MRS. SALLY ANN PARRISH COCHRAN

Mrs. Sally Ann Parrish Cochran, age 76, of Thomaston, died Wednesday, December 27, 2017, at the Upson Regional Medical Center.

Mrs. Cochran was born on June 8, 1941, in Bibb County GA, to the late Frank Parrish and the late Nellie Irma Howard Parrish. She was formerly employed with the Upson County School System where she worked as a bus driver for many years. Mrs. Cochran was a member of Pritchett Memorial Baptist Church. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brother, Johnny Franklin Parrish.

Survivors include her sons, Harold (Brandy) Cochran of Thomaston GA, and Ronnie (Denise) Cochran of Thomaston GA; sisters, Eva Jo Pollard of TN, Cynthia Albritton of Thomaston GA, Judy (Chuck) Pyron of TN, and Sue Forrester of TN; grandchildren, Andy Johnson, Chelsea Peterson, Stephanie Bradley, and Rachel Cochran; great-grandchildren, Keelee Johnson, Zaylee Johnson, Dylan Johnson, and Jaxon Bradley.

Funeral services for Mrs. Cochran will be held on Saturday, December 30, 2017, at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home, with burial to follow in Trice Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Friday, December 29, 2017, from 5:00 - 7:00 PM at Coggins Funeral Home.

 

MR. WILLIAM "SKEETER" HOWARD

Mr. William "Skeeter" Howard age 86 of Thomaston Ga, died Tuesday December 26, 2017 at Riverside Health and Rehab. 

Mr. Howard was born on August 28, 1931 in Harris County Ga, to the late Olin Howard and the late Ethel Burden Howard. He worked as a short order cook for Alexandria Poolroom for many years. Mr. Howard was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife Martha Ross Howard, daughter Shirley Parker, brothers Raymond Howard, Fred Howard & Alton Howard.

Survivors include his daughters Debra (Mike) Whitehead of Thomaston Ga, Rita (Tommy) Harrell of Thomaston Ga, sons Steve Bruce (Sandra) Howard of Thomaston Ga, Billy Pitts of Thomaston Ga, grandchildren Christy,Heather, Kevin, Jason , William & Michelle, great grandchildren Taylor, Ansley, Emily, Anthony, Nathan, Cheyenne & Harleigh.

Funeral Services will be held on Friday December 29, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Thursday December 28, 2017 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements

MR.CHARLES EDWARD "CHUCK" ELLERBEE II

Mr. Charles Edward "Chuck" Ellerbee, II, age 76, of Thomaston, died December
25, 2017, at Upson Regional Medical Center. Memorial services for Mr.
Ellerbee will be held on Friday, December 29, at 2:00 PM, in the chapel of
Fletcher-Day Funeral Home. The family will receive friends at the funeral
home on Friday from 1:00 PM until the funeral hour. Fletcher-Day Funeral
Home is in charge of all arrangements.

MRS. KATHY J. PENDER CUMMINGS

Mrs. Kathy J. Pender Cummings, age 59, of Woodland, GA, died Saturday
evening, December 23, 2017, at Emory University Midtown Hospital, Atlanta,
GA. Graveside funeral services for Mrs. Cummings will be held Tuesday,
December 26, 2017, at 11:00 AM, in the New Hope Baptist Church Cemetery in
Zebulon, GA. 
Fletcher-Day Funeral Home of Thomaston is in charge of all arrangements.

MR. ROBERT GARY AMOS

Mr. Robert Gary Amos, age 74, of Houston TX, formerly of Thomaston, died Thursday, December 21, 2017 at Vosswood Nursing Center in Houston TX.

Mr. Amos was born September 30, 1943, in Upson County, to the late Robert Melvin and Annie Grace Sutton Amos. Mr. Amos received his Masters Degree from Auburn University. He was a petroleum engineer for Exxon, Porsche enthusiast, and of the Lutheran faith. 

Survivors include his wife Meadette B. Amos of Houston, TX, daughter, Angela Suzanne Amos Armstrong and her husband Jack of Seattle, WA, brother, Keith Amos and his wife Cindy of Thomaston, sister, Shelia Weeks of Thomaston and 2 grandchildren, Zoe Elise Amos and Noah Robert Armstrong.

Funeral services will be Tuesday December 26, 2017 11:00 AM Graveside at Crystal Hill Cemetery Father Michael Birdsong officiating.

 

 

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MRS. EUGENIA DAY BULLARD

Mrs. Eugenia Day Bullard, age 56, of Thomaston Ga, died Friday, December 22, 2017, in Meansville Ga.

Mrs. Bullard was born February 4, 1961, in Fulton County to Russell Eugene Day and the late Cecile Gordy Day. She was a Nurse and member of the Thomaston Seventh Day Adventist Church.

She is preceded in death by her daughter, Sophia Mariel Bullard; mother, Cecile Gordy Day; and sister, Deborah Day. Survivors are her brothers, Andrew W. Day of Thomaston, Barry Day of Palm Coast FL, and Randy Day of Las Vegas NV; father, Russell Day of Zebulon GA; aunt, Phyllis Gilbert; nephew, Kneeland (Bethany) Day; nieces, Natalea Day, and Jamie Lyn (Ryan) Behrendsen; and great-nephew, Liam Day.   

Funeral services for Mrs. Bullard will be held on Saturday, December 23, 2017 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. There will be a private graveside service afterwards. The family will receive friends on Saturday, December 23, 2017, form 1:00 - 2:00 PM at Coggins Funeral Home.

 

MS. DEBRA LOUISE DEAN

Ms. Debra Louise Dean age 61 of Thomaston Ga, died Wednesday December 20, 2017 at Spalding Regional Medical Center.

Ms. Dean was born on April 14, 1956 in Thomaston Ga, to the late Roy Brooks Dean and the late Doris Louise Maddox Dean. She was a homemaker. Ms. Dean was a member of Sylvia Hills Baptist Church and attended Clark's Chapel Baptist Church.

Survivors include her daughter Samantha Holifield of Thomaston Ga, sons Jason (Amanda) Holifield of Huntsville Al, D.J. Holifield of Thomaston Ga, brother Bruce Dean of Thomaston Ga, sister Darnell (Kenny) Poteat of Meansville Ga, grandchildren Cannon Holifield, Cambreigh Holifield, Channing Holifield, Maddox Holifield.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday December 23, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Saturday December 23, 2017 from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

MRS. MAMIE IONA BAUGHCUM

Mrs. Mamie Iona Baughcum, age 82, of Ellenwood, GA, died Tuesday, December
19, 2017.

Funeral services for Mrs. Baughcum will be held Thursday, December 21, at 2:00 PM, in the chapel of Fletcher-Day Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the High Shoals Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery in Barnesville, GA. 

The family will receive friends Wednesday evening, December 20, from 6:00 -8:00 PM, at Fletcher-Day Funeral Home. 

Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.

MR. WILLIAM CURTIS "BILL" STINCHCOMB JR.

Mr. William Curtis "Bill" Stinchcomb Jr. age 72 of Zebulon Ga, died Sunday December 17, 2017 at his residence. 

Mr. Stinchcomb was born on July 15, 1945 in Griffin Ga, to the late William Curtis Stinchcomb Sr. and the late Nellie Jacquelin Barrett Stinchcomb. He was formerly employed with Coca Cola where he worked in maintenance until his retirement. Mr. Stinchcomb was a member of Pritchett Memorial Baptist Church.

Survivors include his wife Ida Mae Stinchcomb of Zebulon Ga, daughters Beth (Steve) Cotton of Thomaston Ga, Vivian Stinchcomb of Zebulon Ga, son Johnny (Judy) Stinchcomb of South Carolina, brothers Steve Stinchcomb of Thomaston Ga, Carl Stinchcomb of Thomaston Ga, Phillip Stinchcomb of Thomaston Ga, Jeff Stinchcomb of Thomaston Ga, sisters Judy Boyke of North Dakota, Kathy Durnan of Thomaston Ga, Mary Durnan of Thomaston Ga, 7 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren.

Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday December 20, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Tuesday December 19, 2017 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

MRS. MARY ANNIS GILMER WATKINS

Mrs. Mary Annis Gilmer Watkins age 89 of Molena Ga, died Tuesday December 12, 2017 at her residence. 

Mrs. Watkins was born on August 20, 1928 in Brooks County Ga, to the late Stanley Gilmer and the late Flossie Alexander Gilmer. She attended Georgia Southwestern University, and was employed with C&S bank and later worked for United Bank as a teller. Mrs. Watkins was a member of Thomaston First United Methodist Church where she was in the Tumblin Class and a member of the Upson Regional Medical Center Auxiliary.

Survivors include her daughters Glenice  (Chip) Watts of Ridgeland S.C., Lynn (Kenneth) Bell of Thomaston Ga, son Tony Watkins of Molena Ga, sister Faye Garrett of Thomaston Ga, sister in law Wynelle W. Wheeler of Panama City Beach Fl, special friend Britty Dickins of Thomaston Ga, 6 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday December 16, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. from Thomaston First United Methodist Church. Burial will follow in Upson Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Friday December 15, 2017 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers donations maybe made to First United Methodist Church at 132 Cherokee Rd. Thomaston Ga, 30286 or to Upson Regional Medical Center Auxiliary at 801 West Gordon St. Thomaston Ga. 30286.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

MR. JACK PAUL FOWLER

Mr. Jack Paul Fowler, age 82, of Thomaston, died Saturday, December 9, 2017, at the Upson Regional Medical Center.

Mr. Fowler was born on May 2, 1935 in Raleigh N.C., to the late Samuel Fowler and the late Bessie McFarlin Fowler. He worked as a truck driver for many years. Mr. Fowler was a member of New Hope Baptist Church and was a Mason and a Shriner.

Survivors include his daughter Donna Howard of Thomaston Ga, sons Eddie (Nancy Lowry) Fowler of Thomaston Ga, Ralph (Becky) Ellington of Thomaston Ga, brother Robert (Pearl) Fowler of Raleigh N.C., sisters in laws Carol Bradshaw of Thomaston Ga, Lilly Stoner of Thomaston Ga, 6 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren.

Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday December 13, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. from New Bethel Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Tuesday December 12, 2017 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!

MR. JOHN WESLEY HUNT SR.

Mr. John Wesley Hunt Sr., age 87, of Thomaston, went to be with the Lord on this 11 day of December the year of 2017.

Funeral services for Mr. Hunt will be held on Thursday, December 14, 2017 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home, with burial to follow in Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, December 13, 2017, from 5:00 - 7:00 PM at Coggins Funeral Home.

 

MRS. MARY WAINWRIGHT BUTTS

Mrs. Mary Wainwright Butts, age 81, of Barnesville, died Saturday, December 9, 2017, at Heritage Inn in Barnesville.

Mrs. Butts was born May 14, 1936, in Thomaston, to the late Henry and Bernice Wainwright. She retired from the Thomaston Mills Bleachery.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Billy F. Butts Sr; and sister, Donnis Thompson. Survivors are her daughter, Angela (John) Haygood of Yatesville; sons, Billy (Jan) Butts Jr of Brooks GA, and Brock Butts of Roanoke AL; brothers, James (Margaret) Wainwright and Rodney (Carlene) Wainwright both of Thomaston; grandchildren, Aimee Elizabeth Haygood, Lori Dawn Harvey, Wendy Marie Jones, Kathryn Joyce Smith, William F. Butts III, Katherine Brooke Parrott, and Joy Nicole Hulsey; and 10 great-grandchildren.

Graveside services for Mrs. Butts will be held on Tuesday, December 12, 2017, at 2:00 PM at Antioch Methodist Church Cemetery in Thomaston. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, December 12, 2017, for m 12:00 - 2:00 PM at Coggins Funeral Home.

MR. THADDUS JEFFERSON WHEELER

Mr. Thaddus Jefferson Wheeler, 75 of Meansville, GA, died Thursday, December 7, 2017, at Upson Regional Medical Center.

Mr. Wheeler was born December 24, 1941, in Spalding County to the late Thomas Jefferson and Oma Wheeler. He worked for Thomaston Mills in the Quiller Room and as a Truck driver, he was also a bus driver for Pike County Schools, member of Vega Community Church, and Veteran of the U.S. Army.

He is survived by his wife, Annie Jean Wheeler of Meansville; son, Tony (Marlene) Wheeler of Thomaston; sister, Debra Adams of Thomaston; brother, William "Buster" (Geraldine) Wheeler of Thomaston; grandchildren, Nathan (Crystal) Wheeler, and Cody (Taylor) Wheeler; great-grandchildren, Mabrey Alice Wheeler, Summer Raybon Wheeler, Autumn Marie Wheeler, and Ashtynn Grace Wheeler. He is preceded in death by his brother, Larry Lamar Wheeler.

Funeral services for Mr. Wheeler will be held on Sunday, December 10, 2017 at 2:00 PM at Vega Community Church, with burial to follow in Vega Community Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Saturday, December 9, 2017 from 4:00 - 6:00 PM at Coggins Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Thomaston Foster Parents Association, 353 Colquitt St, Thomaston GA 30286.

MRS. DOROTHY IDELLE CHAMBLEY

Mrs. Dorothy Idelle Chambley, age 79, of Barnesville Ga, died Thursday, December 7, 2017, at Heritage Inn in Barnesville.

Mrs. Chambley was born in Eastman GA. to the late Harlow and Ada Howard. She retired form the William Carter Company with over 27 years of service, formerly a Pink Lady with Upson Regional Medical Center, and was of the Baptist faith.

Mrs. Chambley is survived by her daughters, Lisa (David) O'Berry of Baxley GA and Pam Ogilvie of Barnesville GA; sons, Mike (Lindy) Dinkins of Griffin, Mark Dinkins of Barnesville, and Jeff Chambley of Barnesville; sisters, Eudene Pitts of Thomaston, Betty Joyce (Butch) Wright of Thomaston, and Linda (Horace) Gros of New Orleans LA; brothers, Bill (Elanore) Howard of Reno NV, and Bob (Annie Ruth) Howard of McDonough GA; numerous grand and great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her grandson, Steven Bond.

Funeral services for Mrs. Chambley will be held on Saturday, December 9, 2017 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home, with burial to follow in Lamar Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Saturday, December 9, 2017, from 1:00 - 2:00 PM at Coggins Funeral Home.

MICHAEL DESEL PERRY

Michael DeSel Perry, age 65, of Thomaston died Monday at his residence.

Funeral services will be held Friday, December 8, 2017 at 2:00 PM in the
Chapel of Fletcher-Day Funeral Home. Pastor Teddy Hardeman will officiate.

Interment will follow in the Crystal Hill Cemetery. The Family will receive
friends at Fletcher-Day Funeral Home. Thursday, December 7, 2017 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.

Condolences and remembrances may be expressed at  www.fletcherdayfuneralhome.com

MR. EDWARD ASBURY WHITMIRE

Mr. Edward Asbury Whitmire, age 87, died Sunday, December 3, 2017, at Oconee Regional Medical Center.

Mr. Whitmire was born June 24, 1930, in Toccoa GA, to the late Yoda and Pearl Davis Whitmire. He was owner/operator of Whitmire's Restaurant, and Tasty Freeze; member of Valley Grove Baptist Church, and U.S. Navy Veteran of the Korean Conflict.

He is survived by his wife, Susan Whitmire of Thomaston; sons, Alan (Dinah) Whitmire of Thomaston and Brad (Laurie Ann) Whitmire of Thomaston; sisters, Polly Snider of Toccoa GA and Mertis Moore of South Carolina; brothers, Truitt (Barbara) "Babs" Whitmire of Tennessee and Richard (Kathy) Whitmire of California; sister-in-law, Shirley Whitmire of Athens Ga; 4 grandchildren, Daniel Alan (Jennifer) Whitmire, Paul Edward Whitmire, Nickolaus Bradley Whitmire, and Rachel Nicole Whitmire. He is preceded in death by his brothers, Robert Whitmire and Quinton Whitmire; and sister, Lillian Mitchell.

Funeral services for Mr. Whitmire will be held on Thursday, December 7, 2017, at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home, with burial to follow in Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Thursday December 7, 2017 from 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers donations maybe made to the Georgia War Veterans Home at 2249 Vinson Highway Milledgeville Ga. 31061.

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!

MRS. LOUISE FERRELL HUGULEY

Mrs. Louise Ferrell Huguley, 94, of Thomaston, died Wednesday, November
29th, 2017 at Riverside Health and Rehab. 

Funeral services for Mrs. Huguley will be held on Friday, December 1st, 2017 at 11:00 AM at the First Baptist Church of Thomaston with Rev. Bill Barber officiating. A private entombment will follow in the Upson Memorial Gardens Mausoleum. 

The family of Mrs. Huguley will receive friends at Fletcher-Day Funeral Home on Thursday from 5 until 6:00 PM. 

Mrs. Huguley was born in Cardova, AL, on March 2nd, 1923. She was a graduate of R. E. Lee High School and was a well-known seamstress who worked out of her home. Mrs. Huguley was a member of the First Baptist Church and kept the newborn nursery for over 25 years. 

Mrs. Huguley is survived by two daughters, Denise (Tim) Lewis and Mary Elva Bucy, both of
Thomaston; a son, T. R. "Dick" Huguley of Carrollton; two granddaughters, Kelli (Jordan) Lewis Daniels of Forsyth and Mary Katelyn Lewis of Atlanta; and two great-granddaughters whom she adored, Ella Kate and Reece Sullivan Daniels. 

Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences and remembrances may be expressed at www.fletcherdayfuneralhome.com

MR. ADOLPHUS "DOC" EUGENE BAILEY

Mr. Adolphus "Doc" Eugene Bailey, 85, of Thomaston, died Friday, November 24, 2017, at Upson Regional Medical Center. 

Funeral Services will be held Sunday, November 26, 2017, at Shiloh Baptist Church, at 2:00 PM. A visitation will be held on Saturday, November 25, 2017, from 6:00 - 8:00 PM, at Fletcher-Day Funeral home. 

Memorial contributions may be made to the Thomaston Upson Arts Council, P.O. box 211 Thomaston, GA. 30286.

Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences and remembrances may expressed at www.fletcherdayfuneralhome.com

Mrs. Ruth Evans Hammond

Mrs. Ruth Evans Hammond, age 101, of Thomaston GA, died Tuesday, November 21, 2017, at Riverside Health & Rehab.

Mrs. Hammond was born April 27, 1916, in Heflin AL, to the late Parson T. and Cordelia Ann Evans. She worked for B.F. Goodrich's Martha Mills in the Spinning Room for 35 years, then was a nurse for 20 years, and was a member of the Silvertown Baptist Church.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Marcus Leroy Hammond. Survivors are her daughters, Nancy (Charles) Hammond Meeks of Lithonia GA, and Cordelia Ann Jackson of Alpharetta GA; son, Benjamin L. (Coleeta V.) Hammond of Birmingham AL; sister, Grace Gaskill; 5 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services for Mrs. Hammond will be held on Monday, November 27, 2017, at 2:00 PM at Silvertown Baptist Church, with burial to follow in Upson Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Monday, November 27, 2017, form 1:00 - 2:00 PM at Coggins Funeral Home.

MR. JAMES ERNEST "JIMMY" BUTTS

Mr. James Ernest "Jimmy" Butts, 74, of Thomaston, died Friday, November 17,
2017, at Molena Nursing Home. Funeral services will be held Sunday,
November 19, at 3:00 PM, at The Gathering. Interment will follow in
Friendship Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church
on Sunday afternoon from 2:00 until the funeral hour. Fletcher-Day Funeral
Home is in charge of all arrangements.

TERESA DAWN HILLEY

Teresa Dawn Hilley, age 38, of Thomaston Ga, died Tuesday, November 14, 2017, at Upson Regional Medical Center.

Miss Hilley was born October 27, 1979, in Upson County to Larry and Elaine Hilley Jr. She was of the Baptist Faith.

She is survived by her parents, Larry and Elaine Hilley Jr of Thomaston; son, Walter E. Standard Jr of Thomaston; and grandmother, Winfried Standard of Thomaston. She is preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Larry and Thelma Hilley Sr.

Funeral services for Miss Hilley will be held on Thursday, November 16, 2017, at 3:00 PM in the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home, with burial to follow in Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Thursday, November 16, 2017, from 2:00 - 3:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Upson Humane Society, P.O. Box 1152, Thomaston GA 30286.

 

 

MRS. CLARA MAE BUCHANAN

Mrs. Clara Mae Buchanan age 88, of Thomaston, died Tuesday, November 14,
2017 at her residence.
Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Fletcher-Day Funeral Home.

MR. DONALD L. CORLEY

Mr. Donald L. Corley, age 79, of Thomaston, died Sunday, November 12, 2017.
Funeral services for Mr. Corley will be held Thursday, November 16, 2017, at
10:00 AM, in the chapel of Fletcher-Day Funeral Home. Burial will follow in
South View Cemetery. The family will receive friends Wednesday evening,
November 15, from 5 until 7 PM, at Fletcher-Day Funeral Home.
Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.

MRS. LINDA DIANE ELLINGTON

Mrs. Linda Diane Ellington, age 73, of Thomaston, died Monday, November 13, 2017 at her residence.

Mrs. Ellington was born January 17, 1944 in Thomaston to the late William and Utha Shumate. She retired from the William Carter Company, and was a member of the Thomaston First Baptist Church.

She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Harvey Ellington; daughter, Julie (Chuck) Harris of Thomaston; aunt, Christine Bailey of Thomaston; grandson, Will Harris; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. She is preceded in death by her sister, Genelle Stubbs.

Graveside services for Mrs. Ellington will be held on Wednesday, November 15, 2017, at 2:00 PM at Upson Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, November 15, 2017, from 12:30 - 2:00 PM at Coggins Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Upson Cancer Car, c/o Cary Pitts, 300 Upson Ave, Thomaston GA 30286; or The First Baptist Church, Pass The Salt Ministry, 208 S. Church St Thomaston GA 30286.

 

 

MRS. MARIE B. FERGUSON

Mrs. Marie B. Ferguson, age 93, of Thomaston, died Wednesday, November 8,
2017, at Upson Regional Medical Center. Funeral services for Mrs. Ferguson
will be held Saturday, November 11, at 2:00 PM in the chapel of
Fletcher-Day Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Glenwood Cemetery. The
family will receive friends at Fletcher-Day Funeral Home on Saturday
afternoon from 1 until 2 PM. Those desiring may make memorial contributions
to Thomaston Hospice, 512 S. Center St., Thomaston, GA 30286. or to the
charity of the donor's choice.

WANDA GRACE MCKINNEY AUSTIN

Wanda Grace McKinney Austin age 87 left this earth on November 9, 2017 at the home of her daughter, Kay, in Northport, Alabama. Wanda was born August 14, 1930, in Greenville, Texas to Claude and Zula McKinney. Wanda grew up in the community of Wieland, Texas and attended schools in Lone Oak and Greenville.   After High School Wanda attended and graduated from Draughons Business College in Dallas, Texas.

 Wanda was proceeded in death by her daughter, Gilda; her parents and all three of her brothers; Weldon, Wayne, and Wilburn McKinney. Also proceeding her in Death was her husband, Kenneth J. Austin.

 Left to carry on the family traditions and legacy are her four children; Gail Butler (Homer “Sonny”), Ken Austin, Jr. (Cindy), Susan Wilson (Odie) and Kay Day (Charles). In addition she leaves 4 grandchildren, Katie (Phillip), Melissa (Mike), Jenna (Gene) , and Odie IV and 5 great grandchildren, Kailee, Karoline, Kaden, Makenzie, Caden, Colton, King, and Jessie . Plus numerous nephews and nieces and a host of friends.

 Wanda and Ken relocated numerous times while raising their family. The journey began in Dallas and Wolfe City, Texas and ended in Georgia. Before our Mother’s final move to her daughter’s home in Northport, she had many fun filled days at Pine Valley Retirement Community in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.   One of her happiest moments was being elected QUEEN in 2014!

 A member of St. Mark United Methodist Church, Wanda’s service will be handled by Coggins Funeral Home of Thomaston, Ga. She will be laid to rest beside her husband in a private memorial service at Southview Cemetary in Thomaston GA. The family will receive friends aon Saturday, November 11, 2017 form 1:00 - 3:00 pm at Coggins Funeral Hiome.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you honor our mother with a donation to the Charity or Church of Your Choice or the Saint Mark United Methodist Church, CHOIR FUND, 1421 Mcfarland Blvd, Northport, Al 35476.

MR. WILBUR FRANKLIN PURVIS

Mr. Wilbur Franklin Purvis, 80, of Thomaston, died Tuesday, November 7, at
his residence. Visitation will be held Friday evening, November 10, from
6:00 until 8:00 PM, at Fletcher-Day Funeral Home. Fletcher-Day Funeral Home
is in charge of all arrangements.

MR. RONALD DEAN YOPP

Mr. Ronald Dean Yopp, age 71, of Thomaston, died Monday, November 6, 2017 at the Medical Center of Central Georgia in Macon.

Mr. Yopp was born on May 30, 1946 in Macon Ga, to the late Samuel Yopp and the late Ruth Haxton Yopp. He was formerly employed with Upson EMS where he worked as a paramedic for many years. Mr. Yopp served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps. He was preceded in death by his brother Michael Yopp.

Survivors include his wife Mrs. Robin Yopp of Thomaston Ga, son Mr. Ryan (Jess) Yopp of Thomaston Ga, sister Mrs. Cherie Yopp, grandchild Caroline Yopp.

Graveside Services will be held on Thursday November 9, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. in Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Wednesday November 8, 2017 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

MRS. ANNIE HOPE FENDER

Mrs. Annie Hope Fender, age 83, died Sunday, November 5, 2017, at her residence. 

Mrs. Fender was born May 28, 1934, in Peach County to the late Sam and Leola Daniel. She retired from the Thomaston Mills Spinning Room and was of the Baptist faith.

She is preceded in death by her husband, William Claxton Fender; and daughter, Mary Jo Bates. Survivors are her sons, Johnny (Tina) Fender of Sharpsburg Ga, and Jimmy (Sandra) Fender of Thomaston; grandchildren, Jeff (Dale) Bates, and Chris (Holly) Bates; great-grandchildren, Destiney (Chris) Wheeler, Constance Bates, Damian Bates, Madison Bates, and Courtney Bates; and great-great-grandchild, Temperance Wheeler.

Funeral Arrangements for Mrs. Fender will be held on Saturday, November 11, 2017, at 11:00 AM in the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home, with burial to follow in Southview Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Friday, November 10, 2017, from 5:00 - 7:00 PM.

THOMAS A. PARKERSON

Mr. Thomas A. Parkerson age 77 of Hampton Ga, died Thursday November 2, 2017 at Brightmoor Hospice. 

Mr. Parkerson was born on May 9, 1940 in Thomaston Ga, to the late G.W. Parkerson and the late Chessie Mae Hester Parkerson. He was employed with the United States Postal Service for 35 years until his retirement. Mr. Parkerson Served his country in the U.S. Army as a sharp shooter. He was of the Baptist Faith. 

Survivors include his son Mr. Russell Lee Parkerson of Thomaston Ga, step son Mr. Tommy (Brenda) Woodall of Molena Ga, sister Mrs. Pat Parkerson of Thomaston Ga, grandchild Autumn Parkerson, special pets "Little Fella" and "Max".

Graveside Services will be held on Monday November 6, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. in Upson Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Monday November 6, 2017 from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers donations maybe made to the Wounded Warrior Project at PO Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

MR. JAMES EDWARD MOCK

Mr. James Edward Mock age 66 of Yatesville Ga, died Saturday November 4, 2017 at Providence Health and Rehab. 

Mr. Mock was born on December 25, 1951 in Alma Ga, to the late Bernice Mock and the late Juanita Pipkin Mock. He worked as a master plumber. Mr. Mock served his country in the U.S. Navy.

Survivors include his wife Mrs. Sandra Mock of Yatesville Ga, daughters Mrs. Angel (Todd) Hanely of Fayetteville Ga, Mrs. Shannon (Dean) Pinnell of Macon Ga, Mrs. Melissa Garner of Macon Ga, son Mr. Johnny (Marie)  Stagg of Thomaston Ga, sister Mrs. Debra Jenkins, sister in law Mrs. Martha Woody, 7 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren.

Memorial Services will be held on Tuesday November 7, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Monday November 6, 2017 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

 

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!

MRS. MILDRED ROGERS SMITH

Mrs. Mildred Rogers Smith, age 78, of Thomaston, died Monday, October 30, 2017, at Riverside Health and Rehab Center.

Mrs. Smith was born August 2, 1939, in Upson County to the late Ira A. and Vester F. Rogers. She was a store clerk for Big Apple, and member of Clark's Chapel Baptist Church.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Luther Smith. Survivors are her brothers, Everett (Margie) Rogers of Austell GA and Charles (Martha) Rogers of Marietta GA.

Funeral services for Mrs. Smith will be held on Wednesday, November 1, 2017 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home, with burial to follow in Southview Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, November 1, 2017 from 1:00 - 2:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in memory of Mrs. Smith may be made to Gideon's International, Thomaston Camp, P.O. Box 1034, Thomaston GA 30286.

MRS. ANN BANKS PASLEY FLETCHER

Mrs. Ann Banks Pasley Fletcher, 86, of Thomaston, died Wednesday, October
25th, 2017 at her home.
Funeral services for Mrs. Fletcher will be held on Saturday, October 28th,
2017 at 11:00 AM at the First Baptist Church with Rev. Bill Barber
officiating. Burial will follow in South View Cemetery. The family of Mrs.
Fletcher will receive friends at Fletcher-Day Funeral Home on Friday from 5
until 7 PM.
Mrs. Fletcher was born in Thomaston on August 29th, 1931, to the late
Charles M. and Jewell Barron Pasley. She's was a 1948 graduate of R.E. Lee
Institute and a 1952 graduate of Wesleyan College. 
She and her husband, the late James H. "Jimmy" Fletcher, married in July of
1952 and made their home in Molena where she taught 4th and 5th grade at the
Molena School. They became active in Pasley Funeral Home in the middle
years of the 1950s. In 1960, their participation in the firm was validated
when the company name changed to Pasley-Fletcher Funeral Home. 
Mrs. Fletcher was a member of the First Baptist Church and served in the
nursery for a number of years. She was a member of the Welcome Sunday
School Class.
She was a former director on the board of the First Bank of Pike and was a
former director of the Pasley-Fletcher Funeral Home. She was a member of
the Green Thumb Garden Club and also enjoyed playing bridge.
Mrs. Fletcher is survived by two sons, Jim (Jana) Fletcher of Flowery Branch
and Bob (Kyle) Fletcher of Thomaston; nine grandchildren, Ana Jane (Colby)
Shepherd, Jay (Jennifer) Fletcher, Banks Fletcher, Sam Fletcher, Ann Durand,
Russell Durand, Jr., Elisabeth Fletcher, Andrew Fletcher and Ashley Durand;
and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband and parents, Mrs. Fletcher was preceded in death
by her daughter, Laura Ann Fletcher Durand.
Contributions in memory of Mrs. Fletcher may be made to the First Baptist
Church Foundation, 208 South Church Street, Thomaston, GA 30286; or the
Eagle Ranch, P. O. Box 7200, Chestnut Mountain, GA 30502.
Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences and
remembrances may be expressed at www.fletcherdayfuneralhome.com 

MR. JIMMY KENNETH ELLIS

Mr. Jimmy Kenneth Ellis age 69 of Thomaston Ga, died Thursday October 19, 2017 at his residence. 

Mr. Ellis was born on January 12, 1948 in Americus Ga. He was preceded in death by his wife Mrs. Rachel Ellis.

Survivors include his step son Mr. Robert Fred Treece of Thomaston Ga.

Memorial Services will be held on Sunday October 22, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

MR. DOUGLAS MCARTHUR BRIDGES

Mr. Douglas McArthur Bridges, age 75, of Meansville Ga, died Friday, October 20, 2017, at his residence. 

Mr. Bridges was born on March 29, 1942, in Cordele Ga, to the late Jeff Bridges and the late Cora Harden Bridges. He worked as a supervisor with B.F. Goodrich Mills for many years. Mr. Bridges served his country in the U.S. Army. He was preceded in death by grandchildren, Mindy Anglin & Chase Anglin.

Survivors are his wife, Patricia Bridges of Meansville; daughters, Christy (Tim) Anglin of Meansville, Donna (Dexter) Hammond of Thomaston, and Paula (Larry) Watson of Meansville; sisters, Joanne Hewett of Thomaston, and Peggy (David) Holbrook of Lawrenceville; grandchildren, Marsha Jackson, Lee Watson, Robby Watson, Jeffry Watson; and great-grandchild, Heather Jackson.

Memorial services for Mr. Bridges will be held on Sunday, October 22, 2017, at 3:00 PM at Prichett Memorial Baptist Church. The family will receive friends on Sunday, October 22, 2017 from 2:00 - 3:00 PM at the Church.

MRS. MARTHA JOYCE SIZEMORE

Mrs. Martha Joyce Sizemore, age 83, of Thomaston, died Tuesday, October 17, 2017, at her residence.

Funeral services for Mrs. Sizemore will be announced later.

MRS. SALEETA A. ROBERTS

Mrs. Saleeta A. Roberts, 78, of Thomaston died Sunday, October 15, at her
residence. Memorial services for Mrs. Roberts will be held Tuesday, October
17, at 11:00 AM, at the First Baptist Church of Thomaston. The family will
receive friends from 10:00 until 1l:00 at the church. Those desiring may
make memorial contributions to First Baptist Church, 208 S. Church St.,
Thomaston, GA 30286. Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in charge of all
arrangements.

MR. RONALD JACKSON CARTER

Mr. Ronald Jackson Carter, 76 of Thomaston died Monday, October 16, 2017, at Upson Regional Medical Center. 

Mr. Carter was born August 25, 1941, in Dodge County to the late Ray and Florence Berryhill Carter. He was a retired Truck Driver.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn Higgs Carter. Survivors are his daughter, Toiee (Russell) Blount of Thomaston; sons, James Carter of Brownsville TX, and Rex (Lisa) Carter of Hiram GA; 4 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. 

Private memorial services will be held for Mr. Carter at a later date.

The family has requested that memorial donations in honor of Mr. Carter be made to Mountain View Baptist Church, 2569 Jeff Davis Rd., Thomaston GA 30286.

MRS. JOYCE GRIER CHAMBERS

Mrs. Joyce Grier Chambers, age 47, of Thomaston, died Wednesday, October 11, 2017, at the Upson Regional Medical Center.

Mrs. Chambers was born on August 30, 1970 in Thomaston Ga, to Jimmy Grier and Sandra Cagle Grier. She was a member of Pine Mountain Holiness Church in Meansville Ga.

Survivors include her husband Mr. William Anthony Chambers of Thomaston Ga, sons Mr. Alex Ellington of Thomaston Ga, Mr. Austin Ellington of Thomaston Ga, father Rev. Jimmy Grier of Thomaston Ga, mother Mrs. Sandra Cagle Grier of Thomaston Ga, sisters Mrs. Jenny Messer of Thomaston Ga, Ms. Nicki Yu of Atlanta Ga, Mrs. Doris (Venue) Kolluru of New York , uncle Mr. Eddie (Tina) Grier of Yatesville Ga, aunt Mrs. Linda Pasley of Thomaston Ga, great aunt Mrs. Sue Bailey of Thomaston Ga,  nephew Bodie Kolluru, niece Brittney Messer.

Funeral Services will be held on Sunday October 15, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Upson Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Saturday October 14, 2017 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of  arrangements!!!!!!!!!!

MR. ROSS REEVES

Mr. James Ross Reeves, age 81, of Thomaston, died Wednesday, October 4, 2017, at his residence.

Mr. Reeves was born on February 23, 1936 in Crawford County Ga, to the late Wade Reeves and the late Lucile Moncrief Reeves. He owned and Operated the Garden Patch in Barnesville Ga. Mr. Reeves served his country in the U.S. Air Force. He was a Mason and Shriner. Mr. Reeves was preceded in death by his brothers Lincoln Reeves, Russell Reeves, sister Neva Pryor, grandchild Larry Reeves.

Survivors include his daughter Mrs. Pam (Greg) Brock of Meansville Ga, son Mr. Mark Reeves of Morrow Ga, brothers Mr. Felton (Norma) Reeves of Thomaston Ga, Mr. Mack Reeves of Al, sisters Mrs. Judy (Ed) Turner of Griffin Ga, Mrs. Janice (Ricky) Smith of Thomaston Ga, Mrs. Frances Kinlaw of Fl, grandchildren Jennifer (Keith) Clay, Courtney Brunelle, Brandi (Michael) Holmes, Cameron Reeves, 11 great grandchildren.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday October 7, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Friday October 6, 2017 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Shriners Childrens Hospital at 2900 Rocky Point Drive. Tampa Florida 33607.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

MR. JOHN RALPH YOUNG

Mr. John Ralph Young, age 78, of Thomaston died Tuesday, October 3, 2017, at Harborview Nursing Home in Thomaston. 

Memorial arrangements to be announced

MRS. BONNIE SUE HARDY LEGG

Mrs. Bonnie Sue Hardy Legg, age 82, of Thomaston, died Tuesday, October 3,
2017, at Riverside Health and Rehab. Funeral services for Mrs. Legg will be
held Friday, October 6, at 11:00 AM, in the chapel of Fletcher-Day Funeral
Home. Burial will follow in the Friendship Primitive Baptist Church
Cemetery. The family will receive friends Thursday evening, October 5, from
6 until 8 PM at Fletcher-Day Funeral Home. Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in
charge of all arrangements.

MRS. FLORINE WATSON HARPER

Mrs. Florine Watson Harper, age 100, of Thomaston, died Sunday, October 1,
2017 at Riverside Health and Rehab. Funeral services for Mrs. Harper will
be held Friday, October 6, at 2:00 PM, at the First United Methodist Church
of Thomaston. Burial will follow in Glenwood Cemetery. The family will
receive friends in the Fellowship Hall of the church on Friday from 1 until
2 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First
United Methodist Church, PO Box 707, Thomaston, GA 30286. Fletcher-Day
Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.

MRS. BARBARA ANN PARTRIDGE

Mrs. Barbara Ann Partridge, age 81, of Thomaston, died Friday, September 29, 2017 at Providence Health and Rehab Center.

Mrs. Partridge was born August 30, 1936, in Upson County to the late, Leonard and Hilda Adams. She retired fro the William Carter Co. With 25 years of service, and was a member of Trinity Baptist Church.

She is preceded in death by her Husband William Richard Partridge; son, William Joe Moore; and sister, Linnie Ginn. Survivors are her son, Clayton (Angie) Moore; grandchildren, Brittany Moore, Chadwick Moore, Jonathan Moore, Joseph Moore, and Jeff Moore.

Graveside services fro Mrs. Partridge will be held on Sunday, October 1, 2017, in Southview Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Sunday, October 1, 2017 from 3:00 - 4:00 PM.

MRS. EMMA DORIS LITTLETON HALE

Mrs. Emma Doris Littleton Hale, age 96, of Thomaston, died Thursday, September 28, 2017, at Harborview Health and Rehab.

Mrs. Hale was born on September 27, 1921 in Forsyth Ga, to the late John Littleton and the late Emma Susie Cato Littleton. She was a homemaker. Mrs. Hale was a member of East Thomaston Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband Floyd W. Hale and daughter Mary Jean Christopher.

Survivors include her daughters Mrs. Martha Smithey of Jonesboro Ga, Mrs. Linda (John) Breffle of Duluth Ga, Mrs. Connie Jo Miller of Thomaston Ga, sons Mr. Floyd Randall Hale of Thomaston Ga, Mr. John Wayne Hale of Thomaston Ga, 11 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, 15 great great grandchildren.

Funeral Services will be held on Sunday October 1, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Flint River Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Sunday October 1, 2017 from 1-2 p.m.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!

MR.WILLIE RAY FOGARTY

Mr. Willie Ray Fogarty, age 79, of Thomaston Ga, died Wednesday, September 27, 2017, at his residence.
Mr. Fogarty was born in June 19, 1938, Pike County to the late Raymond and Mary Edna Fogarty, and spent most of his life in Thomaston. He was a 1957 graduate of Robert E Lee Institute and a veteran of the U.S. Army and the U.S. Army National Guard. He was a firefighter for the Georgia Forestry Commission. He retired from the City of Thomaston Water Dept. as a systems analyst after 29 years of service. He loved hunting, fishing, woodworking, and he was a skilled custom knife maker.
He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Tony and Donna Fogarty of Williamson; granddaughter, Mary Elizabeth Fogarty Harrell of Griffin; and sister; Elsie Watson of Thomaston. Several nieces and nephews also survive. 

Graveside services for Mr. Fogarty will be held on Saturday, September 30, 2017, at 4:00 PM in Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Saturday, September 30, 2017 form 2:00 - 4:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers the family has requested that memorial donations be made to the Ray Fogarty Memorial Fund, 321 Hannahs Mill Rd. Thomaston GA 30286.

MRS. MOLLY WIDDOWS JONES

Mrs. Molly Widdows Jones, age 83, of Thomaston Ga, died Monday, September 25, 2017, at Providence Health & Rehab in Thomaston.

Mrs. Jones was born April 24, 1934, in Cambridge England to the late Harold Widdows and the late Phyllis Smith Widdows. She was a member of Moline Gospel Temple in Moline IL.

She is survived by her daughter Sandy (Bill) Doud of East Moline IL; son, Dave Jones of East Moline IL; sisters, Betty Widdows, and Cynthia Cross both of England; grandchildren, Matt Seeselt, Mitch Frymann, Brian Doud, and Kyle Doud; great-grandchildren, Abrialla Frymann, and Harper Seeselt.

Funeral services for Mrs. Jones will be held on Saturday, September 30, 2017 at 11:00 AM in the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on Saturday, September 30, 2017 from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow in Southview Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Hope of the Generations Church, 4178 Crest Highway, Thomaston GA 30286.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements

REV. CLINTON ARTHUR GIBBY

Rev. Clinton Arthur Gibby age 83 of Thomaston Ga, died Saturday September 23, 2017 at Brightmoor Hospice. 

Rev. Gibby was born on June 6, 1934 in Cherokee N.C., to the late Arthur Gibby and the late Maebell Graves Gibby. He served his country in the U.S. Navy. Rev. Gibby served his Lord and Savior as a minister.

Survivors include his wife Mrs. Mae Gibby of Thomaston Ga, daughters Mrs. Sheila Moore of Thomaston Ga, Ms. Tina Gibby of Thomaston Ga, Mrs. Valerie (Alex) Leverett of Zebulon Ga, sons Mr. Justin (Tammy Greear) Gibby of Thomaston Ga, Mr. Keith Gibby of Thomaston Ga, brothers Mr. Dean (Peggy) Gibby of Commerce Ga, Mr. Bobby (Betty) Gibby of Byron Ga, sisters Mrs. Kathrine (Charles) Tucker of Williamson Ga, Mrs. Kristine Sapp of South Georgia, 10 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren.

Memorial Services will be held on Friday September 29, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

MR. CHRISTOPHER ROY BELL

Mr. Christopher Roy Bell, age 56, of Thomaston, died Monday, September 18, 2017, at the Upson Regional Medical Center.

Mr. Bell was born September 21, 1960, in Upson County to the late Roy and Jackie Bell. He was a Journeyman Electrician for the IBEW, and member of Mountain View Baptist Church.

He is survived by his wife, Rhonda Bell of Thomaston; daughters, Mandi Bell of Thomaston, and Christin Rowland of Naples Fl; sister, Justine Greene Thomaston; brother, Jason Bell of Thomaston; 4 grandchildren, Lexi, Blake, Dominic, and Belle.

Graveside Services for Mr. Bell will be held on Wednesday, September 20, 2017, at 11:00 AM at Elkin's Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.