Jerry Lee Morgan

Mr. Jerry Lee Morgan, age 69, of Concord, passed away March 11, 2023, at his home.  Jerry was born in Roanoke Rapids, NC, son of the late Junior Lee Morgan and Kathleen Whitby Morgan.  He was a veteran of the United States Air Force, serving in the Vietnam War where he was an aircraft mechanic.  Jerry lived in the Griffin area before moving to Concord 15 years ago.  He loved music and enjoyed singing and playing the guitar.

 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Dennis Morgan.

 

He is survived by his children: Sabrina Hayes (Randy) of Molena, Travis Morgan (Becky) of Douglas, and Candace Baird (Josh) of Roanoke Rapids; grandchildren: Kristin Bryant, Ryan Thacker, Joshua Hayes, Gracie Morgan, Josie Morgan and Sophie Morgan; great-grandchildren: Ishaan Bryant and Adalyn Thacker; sister: Odessa Thomason of Roanoke Rapids; and several nieces and nephews.

 

A family memorial service is being planned and will be held at a later date.

Joyce Pledger Ames

Mrs. Joyce Pledger Ames, age 93, of Thomaston, died Saturday, March 11, 2023 at Providence Nursing Home. 

Mrs. Ames was born on November 7, 1929 in Rock Hill, South Carolina, to the late Millard Pledger and the late Eula Wright Pledger.  She retired as a telephone operator at Grady and Southern Bell Telephone Company, and was a member of First Weslyn Church in Griffin, GA.  In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Donald Ames.

 

Survivors include her daughters, Diane (Glenn) Googe of Thomaston, Vickie Courtney of Thomaston, and grandchild, Adam Dickerson.

 

Memorial services will be held by the family and announced at a later date.

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Walton Danny Kelly

Mr. Walton Danny Kelly, age 74, of Thomaston GA, died Friday, March 10, 2023, at his residence.

 

Mr. Kelly was born September 1, 1948, in Thomaston to the late Horace Kelly and Helen Kelly Wheeless. He retired from the U.S Postal service in Thomaston as a Mail Carrier, was a life long Coach and Referee, and member of King's Chapel Baptist Church.

 

He is preceded in death by his parents; and son, Michael Danny Kelly. Survivors are his wife Brenda Kelly; son, Jeff (Amy) Kelly of Thomaston; sisters-in-law, Diane Rosbrough and Patsy (Ken) Gallaher both of Thomaston; and grandchildren, Trey Kelly and Kate Kelly.

 

Funeral services for Mr. Kelly will be held on Sunday, March 12, 2023, at 4:00 PM in the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home, with burial to follow in Southview Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Sunday, March 12, 2023, from 2:00 - 4:00 pm at Coggins Funeral Home. 

Calvin Eugene Thomas

Mr. Calvin Eugene Thomas, age 71, of Griffin, in Pike County, passed away March 8, 2023.  

Calvin grew up in Griffin, son of the late Glenn H. Thomas and Josephine Chambers Thomas.  He started working at an early age.  When he was 8, he had his own paper route in Griffin. After graduating high school, he worked at Hills Tire Store where he learned the tire business. He later joined the United States Army and served for two years.  He returned home from the military and worked at Pamona Products until they closed. Calvin then opened Thomas Tire Company in 1975, where he sold casings and recaps. In 1989, he moved his business from his property to its current location on Highway 19, where he offered a full line of tires. Calvin retired in 2019. 

 

He enjoyed playing cards, visiting casinos, and traveling. He loved the tire business and all the people he met and talked to everyday, but most important to him was his family. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, and grandfather, and a friend to many.

 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Glennett and Sandra.

 

He is survived by wife of 50 years: Pam Thomas; son: Todd Thomas (Dena); grandchildren: Hunter Thomas (Tindol), Hailey Thomas, Hannah Brooks and Hailey Tighe; great-granddaughter: Hartley Thomas; several nieces and nephews.

 

A graveside service will be held on Friday, March 10, at 2 p.m., in Mt. Gilead Baptist Church Cemetery in Griffin. Rev. Jim Hardie will officiate.

Myrtice Cena Matthew

Ms. Myrtice Cena Matthews, age 85, of Fayetteville, passed away March 6, 2023.

Myrtice was born July 9, 1937, to the late Herbert and Molly Biles. Although Myrtice had three older brothers, she grew up alongside her niece, Rose, who was more like her twin sister.

As a young woman, Myrtice enjoyed ice skating, riding motorcycles, and playing the piano. In 1967, she was wed to Mr. Grady Matthews. Although he affectionately referred to her as his “runt,” Grady treated Myrtice like his princess for the rest of their lives together.  The couple had seven children. She was a hard-working mother and longtime bookkeeper.

Myrtice was independent with a feisty, adventurous spirit. She was neat, tidy, and well-organized. She would spend most weekends camping, boating, and fishing. Most important in Myrtice’s life were the people she loved so dearly. She was proud of her family and her home that she cared for so well. She will be remembered as a loving and attentive mother and Nana to her many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.

Along with her parents, Myrtice was preceded in death by her beloved husband: Wayne Grady Matthews; children: Vicki Matthews and Walt Matthews; lifelong best friend: Rose Hefner; and three brothers.

She is survived by her children and their spouses: Cindy and Bill Williams of Fayetteville, Jeff and Karen Matthews of Concord, Michael and Cheryl Burchfield of Griffin, Samantha and Richard Barnett of Senoia, Doug and Vicky Matthews of Woodbury; grandchildren: Danny Williams, Traci Proulx (Tommy), Shay Milner (Jeffery), Josh Matthews (Rosie), Daryl Matthews (Lyndsey), Jeremy Matthews (Ashley), Melissa Israel (Sean), Payton Hoerner (John), Tara Allen (Landon), Rayne Young (Seth) and Matthew Allen; 12 great-grandchildren; 5 great-great-grandchildren.

A funeral service will be held at 3 PM on Wednesday, March 8th in the chapel of Moody-Daniel Funeral Home. Friends may visit the family beginning at 2 PM at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Woodbury City Cemetery.

Katherine Agnes Hanson

Mrs. Katherine Agnes Hanson age 76 of Thomaston Ga, died Sunday March 5, 2023 at her residence.

Mrs. Hanson was born on July 16, 1946 in Thomaston, Ga to the late Joel McDaniel and the late Florette Parker McDaniel. She lived her adult life as a homemaker and wife.

 

Survivors include her husband, Tilman Hanson of Thomaston Ga,  daughters, Charlene (Gilbert) Webb of Albany Ga, Star (William) Gunn of Thomaston Ga; son, Jesse (Amy) Hanson of Barnesville Ga,; sister, Edna (Danny) Smith Of Thomaston Ga; and eight grandchildren.

 

Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, March 8, 2023 at 2:00 p.m at Upson Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, March 8, 2023 from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

 

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James E. "Jimmy" Womble, Sr

Mr. James E. "Jimmy" Womble, Sr., age 77, of Thomaston, died Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Upson Regional Medical Center. 

Funeral Services for Mr. Womble will be held on Tuesday, March 7, at 11:00 AM, in the chapel of Fletcher-Day Funeral Home, and interment will follow in Upson Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 10:00 until 11:00 AM at Fletcher-Day Funeral Home. 

 

Mr. Womble owned and operated Womble's Wrecker Service for many years. 

 

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

 

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

Kathy Pitts

Mrs. Kathy Pitts age 63 of Thomaston Ga, died Sunday March 5, 2023 at Brightmoor Hospice. Funeral Arrangements will be announced later.

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Robert Oliver Boswell

Mr. Robert Oliver Boswell, age 52, of Concord, passed away March 3, 2023.

Oliver was born on October 24, 1970. He grew up in Pike County and was a 1989 graduate of Pike County High School and later graduated from Griffin Tech. While in school, he was a member of the marching band and also became an Eagle Scout. In later years, he enjoyed helping his dear friend, Jon Mattox, with his automotive business. He was a longtime member of the Church of Joy.

 

Survivors include his beloved son, Mason Boswell of Gainesville; parents, Phil and Martha Boswell of Concord; sisters and brother in law, Shelly and Donnie George of Centre, AL, Wendy Boswell, of Newnan; brother, Jonathan Boswell of Louisville, KY; niece and nephews, Kai Zwilling, Austin Zwilling, and Thurston Boswell.

 

Friends may visit the family on Sunday March 5, 2023, from 5-7 PM, at the Church of Joy, 3080 GA-362 W, Williamson, Ga 30292.

 

Memorial services will be held on Monday March 6, 2023, at 10:00 AM, at the Church of Joy.

 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Church of Joy building fund, P.O. Box 41, Williamson, Ga 30292.

 

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Nancy “Nan” Kathryn Pryor

Nancy “Nan” Kathryn Pryor, age 60, of Williamson, passed away March 3, 2023, after a 10-year battle with Alzheimer’s.

Nan was born on September 23, 1962, in Griffin, daughter of the late Charles Underwood and the late Charlotte Ballard Underwood. She was a graduate of Griffin High School. She was employed for 6 years at the Pike County Sherriff’s Office and 25 years at the Spalding County Sheriff’s Office, the last 15 years she was admin. for the Narcotics Division. She enjoyed fishing and window shopping and her favorite vacation spot was Gatlinburg, TN. She was a longtime member of Meansville Baptist Church.

 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Steve Underwood, and Beth Underwood.

 

Survivors include her husband, Mitchell Pryor; son, Christopher Lee Pryor of Griffin; daughter, Cassi Rebecca Pryor of Williamson; grandchildren, Aiden Pryor, Kenslie Hine, Aubree Pryor, and Jackson Stowell; father in law and mother in law, Jimmy and Becky Pryor of Zebulon.

 

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday March 7, 2023, at 2:00 PM, in the chapel of Moody-Daniel Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Moody Memorial Gardens. Friends may visit the family on Monday March 6, 2023, from 6-8 PM, at the funeral Home.

 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Meansville Baptist Church children and youth, P.O. Box 239, Meansville, Ga 30256 or the Alzheimer’s Association, www.alz.org.

Herbert Wayne Waddell

Mr. Herbert Wayne Waddell age 85 of Peachtree City Ga, died Thursday March 2, 2023 at his residence. Memorial Services will be announced later.

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Opie Johnson

Mr. Opie Johnson age 53 of Thomaston Ga, died Thursday March 2, 2023 at his residence. Funeral Arrangements will be announced later.

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