Miss Payten Mercy Wall, age 2, of Barnesville, Georgia, passed away on Monday, May 27, 2019.
Payten was born on Friday, January 13, 2017 in Macon, Georgia, daughter of Jeremy and Heather Wall. She loved her stuffed animals and tucked them into bed every night. Payten would swaddle her baby dolls and would push them in their baby carriage. She was playful, loving, and very independent.
In addition to her parents, survivors include her brother, Elijah Wall; maternal grandparents, Delores & Phillip Caraway and Keith Jones; paternal grandmother, Pam Scott; several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
A graveside service for Miss Payten Wall will be held at 3:00 P.M. on Sunday, June 2, 2019, at Andrews Chapel Cemetery in Upson County. Friends may visit the family at Williams-Westbury Funeral Home on Friday, May 31, 2019, from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. There will be a gathering of family and friends at 4:00 P.M. on Saturday, June 1, 2019, at Summers Field.
To sign the online registry or to send a condolence online, please do so at www.williams-westburyfuneralhome.com
Williams-Westbury Funeral Home, 526 College Drive, Barnesville, is serving the Wall family.
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Lowell Blaine Young
Mr. Lowell Blaine Young, age 83, of Milner, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2019 at Brightmoor Hospice.
Lowell was born on Saturday, August 24, 1935 in Tellico Plains, Tennessee to the late John M. Young and the late Bessie Ellen Stewart Young. He is also preceded in death by his beloved wife, Janice A. Newman Young; siblings, Claude Young, Hollis Young, and Dale Young. Lowell retired from Ford Motor Company where he worked in Inventory Assessment. He loved traveling with his beloved Janice. Cody, Wyoming was his special place. He loved the mountains and working outside. Lowell enjoyed square dancing, was a square dance caller, and was a member of and started many square dance clubs.
Lowell is survived by his children, Kent Young, Sonya Dyer (Mack), and Barbara Ann Matthews (Chris); grandchildren, Dean Matthews (Melissa), Nikki Matthews, Mackenzie Dyer, and Noah Dyer; great-grandson, Shane Matthews; sister, Azalee Moore; brother, Corbin Young (Vanda); sisters-in-law, Delores Young & Hilda Young Pearson.
A memorial service for Mr. Lowell Young will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Saturday, June 8, 2019 at Breedlove Memorial Chapel with Reverend Jason Teal and Reverend Garth Forster officiating. Friends may visit the family at Williams-Westbury Funeral Home from 11:00 A.M. until the service hour.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Brightmoor Hospice, 3247 Newnan Road Griffin, Georgia 30223 or Brightmoor Nursing Home, 3235 Newnan Road Griffin, Georgia 30223.
To sign the online registry or to send a condolence online, please do so at www.williams-westburyfuneralhome.com
Williams-Westbury Funeral Home, 526 College Drive, Barnesville, is serving the Young family.
Lowell was born on Saturday, August 24, 1935 in Tellico Plains, Tennessee to the late John M. Young and the late Bessie Ellen Stewart Young. He is also preceded in death by his beloved wife, Janice A. Newman Young; siblings, Claude Young, Hollis Young, and Dale Young. Lowell retired from Ford Motor Company where he worked in Inventory Assessment. He loved traveling with his beloved Janice. Cody, Wyoming was his special place. He loved the mountains and working outside. Lowell enjoyed square dancing, was a square dance caller, and was a member of and started many square dance clubs.
Lowell is survived by his children, Kent Young, Sonya Dyer (Mack), and Barbara Ann Matthews (Chris); grandchildren, Dean Matthews (Melissa), Nikki Matthews, Mackenzie Dyer, and Noah Dyer; great-grandson, Shane Matthews; sister, Azalee Moore; brother, Corbin Young (Vanda); sisters-in-law, Delores Young & Hilda Young Pearson.
A memorial service for Mr. Lowell Young will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Saturday, June 8, 2019 at Breedlove Memorial Chapel with Reverend Jason Teal and Reverend Garth Forster officiating. Friends may visit the family at Williams-Westbury Funeral Home from 11:00 A.M. until the service hour.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Brightmoor Hospice, 3247 Newnan Road Griffin, Georgia 30223 or Brightmoor Nursing Home, 3235 Newnan Road Griffin, Georgia 30223.
To sign the online registry or to send a condolence online, please do so at www.williams-westburyfuneralhome.com
Williams-Westbury Funeral Home, 526 College Drive, Barnesville, is serving the Young family.
Larry Leamon Chatman
Mr. Larry Leamon Chatman, age 71, of Forsyth, GA passed away on Monday, May 20, 2019 at the Monroe County Hospital.
Larry was born on Wednesday, May 5, 1948 in Franklin, Georgia to the late Jay Chatman and the late Adell Vaughn Chatman. Larry was also preceded in death by his wife, Bonnie Ruth Langley Chatman and brother, David Marty Chatman. He was self employed and worked as an electrician. He loved to fish and paint, was a member of the Central Baptist Church and was very generous by giving to others.
He is survived by his daughters and son-in-law, Kimberley Chatman and Vickie and Tommy Adams; grandchildren, Brittany Yarbrough and Tommy Blessit and Larry Jay and wife, Lisa; great-grandchildren, Hennasey, Rylee and Ambrie; sisters and brother-in-law, Shirley and Alton Sailors, Ann Chatman and Gail Robinson; brothers, Jay Michael Chatman, Ricky Chatman and Lee Hines; several nieces and nephews.
A memorial service for Mr. Larry Chatman will be held at 4:00 P.M. on Thursday, May 23, 2019 at Breedlove Memorial Chapel with Reverend John Price officiating. Friends may visit the family following the service.
Please omit flowers and consider making a memorial contribution to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105 (https://www.stjude.org/) in memory of Mr. Larry Chatman.
To sign the online registry or to send a condolence online, please do so at www.williams-westburyfuneralhome.com.
Williams-Westbury Funeral Home, 526 College Drive, Barnesville, is serving the Chatman family.
Larry was born on Wednesday, May 5, 1948 in Franklin, Georgia to the late Jay Chatman and the late Adell Vaughn Chatman. Larry was also preceded in death by his wife, Bonnie Ruth Langley Chatman and brother, David Marty Chatman. He was self employed and worked as an electrician. He loved to fish and paint, was a member of the Central Baptist Church and was very generous by giving to others.
He is survived by his daughters and son-in-law, Kimberley Chatman and Vickie and Tommy Adams; grandchildren, Brittany Yarbrough and Tommy Blessit and Larry Jay and wife, Lisa; great-grandchildren, Hennasey, Rylee and Ambrie; sisters and brother-in-law, Shirley and Alton Sailors, Ann Chatman and Gail Robinson; brothers, Jay Michael Chatman, Ricky Chatman and Lee Hines; several nieces and nephews.
A memorial service for Mr. Larry Chatman will be held at 4:00 P.M. on Thursday, May 23, 2019 at Breedlove Memorial Chapel with Reverend John Price officiating. Friends may visit the family following the service.
Please omit flowers and consider making a memorial contribution to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105 (https://www.stjude.org/) in memory of Mr. Larry Chatman.
To sign the online registry or to send a condolence online, please do so at www.williams-westburyfuneralhome.com.
Williams-Westbury Funeral Home, 526 College Drive, Barnesville, is serving the Chatman family.
Ellis "Big Hook" Smith
Mr. Ellis “Big Hook” Smith 75 formerly of Barnesville transitioned on Saturday in Roswell, GA. Funeral Services was held on Saturday May 18, 2019 11AM at the West Mount Sinai Baptist Church. Pastor Jimmy Lyons officiated and interment was held in the church cemetery. Visitation was held on Friday from 5 – 8pm. Trice Funeral Home Inc. of Barnesville was in charge of all professional services.
Ellis leaves to cherish his memory a son Mr. Reginald (Tonora) Smith of Barnesville. Grandchildren Kendrick Jamerson, Reginae Smith ,and Jaquavious Smith. Sisters Ms. Erma Jean Fambro and Ms. Charlene Mitchell (Johnny), and a brother Mr. Hugh (Martha) Smith all of Barnesville. Dedicated nieces , Janice Pye and Ms. Phyllis Jenkins, whom diligently cared for him in his later years. A life long confidant and companion, Charlotte McClendon, devoted friends Mr. Alfred Williams, Mr. Fletcher Harris, Mr. Charles W. Harp, Mr. Richard Miller, and Mr. James Richardson. Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, Classmates, and many dear friends whom all will cherish his memory
Ellis leaves to cherish his memory a son Mr. Reginald (Tonora) Smith of Barnesville. Grandchildren Kendrick Jamerson, Reginae Smith ,and Jaquavious Smith. Sisters Ms. Erma Jean Fambro and Ms. Charlene Mitchell (Johnny), and a brother Mr. Hugh (Martha) Smith all of Barnesville. Dedicated nieces , Janice Pye and Ms. Phyllis Jenkins, whom diligently cared for him in his later years. A life long confidant and companion, Charlotte McClendon, devoted friends Mr. Alfred Williams, Mr. Fletcher Harris, Mr. Charles W. Harp, Mr. Richard Miller, and Mr. James Richardson. Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, Classmates, and many dear friends whom all will cherish his memory
Sarah Eugenia Harrison
Miss Sarah Eugenia Harrison, age 88, of Barnesville, GA passed away on Thursday, May 9, 2019 at Westbury Medical Care Home in Jackson, GA.
Miss Harrison was born on Thursday, April 23, 1931 in Barnesville to the late Benjamin F. Harrison and the late Lucy Spillers Harrison. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Mary Harrison; brother, Buddy Harrison. Sarah worked at Carters as a supervisor and was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene, where she served as a Sunday School teacher and President of Missionary Society for many years. She loved to cross stitch.
She is survived by several cousins; caregivers, Elaine Benson, Janice Fowler, and Margie Brinkley.
A graveside service for Miss Sarah Harrison will be held at Greenwood Cemetery on Tuesday, May 14, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. Friends may visit on Monday, May 13, 2019 at Williams-Westbury Funeral Home from 1:00 P.M. until 5:00 P.M.
To sign the online registry or to send a condolence online, please do so at www.williams-westburyfuneralhome.com.
Williams-Westbury Funeral Home, 526 College Drive, Barnesville, is serving the Harrison family.
Miss Harrison was born on Thursday, April 23, 1931 in Barnesville to the late Benjamin F. Harrison and the late Lucy Spillers Harrison. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Mary Harrison; brother, Buddy Harrison. Sarah worked at Carters as a supervisor and was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene, where she served as a Sunday School teacher and President of Missionary Society for many years. She loved to cross stitch.
She is survived by several cousins; caregivers, Elaine Benson, Janice Fowler, and Margie Brinkley.
A graveside service for Miss Sarah Harrison will be held at Greenwood Cemetery on Tuesday, May 14, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. Friends may visit on Monday, May 13, 2019 at Williams-Westbury Funeral Home from 1:00 P.M. until 5:00 P.M.
To sign the online registry or to send a condolence online, please do so at www.williams-westburyfuneralhome.com.
Williams-Westbury Funeral Home, 526 College Drive, Barnesville, is serving the Harrison family.
Opal June Taylor Hamrick
Mrs. Opal June Taylor Hamrick, age 84, of Barnesville, GA passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2019 at Brightmoor Nursing Center.
Mrs. Hamrick was born on Wednesday, October 24, 1934 in Zebulon, Georgia to the late Alfred Arlington Taylor and the late Louise Yeager Taylor. Opal June Taylor Hamrick was also preceded in death by her sister, Carol Taylor Wade of Stockbridge, GA. She retired from Southern Bell as a Chief Operator and worked with the Trust Company Bank of Georgia in Atlanta. She was a member of Rock Springs Church and a former member of First United Methodist Church of Zebulon. She played tennis and basketball in Zebulon High School. She was a wonderful homemaker and mother, wife, and grandmother. She was a member of the VFW Auxiliary for 30 years and served as past President and Secretary.
She is survived by her husband of 62 years, William Hamrick. Jr.; her twin sons & daughter-in-law, Alfred Daniel Hamrick and William Stanley “Hambone” & April Hamrick; grandchildren, Lillian Taylor Hamrick Bittick and her husband, Lawson Cary Bittick of Forsyth, GA. and Scott Daniel Stimus-Hamrick of Bradenton, FL.; brothers & sister-in-law; Arlington Lamar Taylor of Dallas, TX. and MacArthur & Carol Taylor of Williamson, GA.; niece, Machelle Taylor Nelms of Thomaston, GA.; nephews, Scott Taylor of Eatonton, GA., Mark Taylor of Dublin, GA., Brad Taylor of Atlanta, GA., and Sam Taylor of Dallas, TX.; sister & brother-in-law, Gloria Taylor & Bill Morris of High Point, NC.; niece, Robin Morris of Seattle, WA.; nephew, Caslin Morris of Cape Hatteras, NC; nephew, Andy Marcus Hambrick of Aldora, GA.
A graveside service for Mrs. Opal June Taylor Hamrick will be held at Lamar Memory Gardens on Saturday, May 11, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. Friends may visit the family following the service.
To sign the online registry or to send a condolence online, please do so at www.williams-westburyfuneralhome.com.
Williams-Westbury Funeral Home, 526 College Drive, Barnesville, is serving the Hamrick family.
Mrs. Hamrick was born on Wednesday, October 24, 1934 in Zebulon, Georgia to the late Alfred Arlington Taylor and the late Louise Yeager Taylor. Opal June Taylor Hamrick was also preceded in death by her sister, Carol Taylor Wade of Stockbridge, GA. She retired from Southern Bell as a Chief Operator and worked with the Trust Company Bank of Georgia in Atlanta. She was a member of Rock Springs Church and a former member of First United Methodist Church of Zebulon. She played tennis and basketball in Zebulon High School. She was a wonderful homemaker and mother, wife, and grandmother. She was a member of the VFW Auxiliary for 30 years and served as past President and Secretary.
She is survived by her husband of 62 years, William Hamrick. Jr.; her twin sons & daughter-in-law, Alfred Daniel Hamrick and William Stanley “Hambone” & April Hamrick; grandchildren, Lillian Taylor Hamrick Bittick and her husband, Lawson Cary Bittick of Forsyth, GA. and Scott Daniel Stimus-Hamrick of Bradenton, FL.; brothers & sister-in-law; Arlington Lamar Taylor of Dallas, TX. and MacArthur & Carol Taylor of Williamson, GA.; niece, Machelle Taylor Nelms of Thomaston, GA.; nephews, Scott Taylor of Eatonton, GA., Mark Taylor of Dublin, GA., Brad Taylor of Atlanta, GA., and Sam Taylor of Dallas, TX.; sister & brother-in-law, Gloria Taylor & Bill Morris of High Point, NC.; niece, Robin Morris of Seattle, WA.; nephew, Caslin Morris of Cape Hatteras, NC; nephew, Andy Marcus Hambrick of Aldora, GA.
A graveside service for Mrs. Opal June Taylor Hamrick will be held at Lamar Memory Gardens on Saturday, May 11, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. Friends may visit the family following the service.
To sign the online registry or to send a condolence online, please do so at www.williams-westburyfuneralhome.com.
Williams-Westbury Funeral Home, 526 College Drive, Barnesville, is serving the Hamrick family.
Barbara Robinson
Ms. Barbara A. Robinson 77, of 132 Cherry Street Barnesville transitioned at her residence on Monday May 6, 2019. Funeral Services will be held on Friday 2pm at the East Mount Sinai Baptist Church. Pastor Jimmy Lyons will officiate, and interment will be following the service at the O’Neil Cemetery. Visitation will be held Thursday from 5-8pm. Trice Funeral Home Inc. of Barnesville oversees all professional services.
Her spirit will live on in the hearts of two daughters Ms. Angela S. Robinson and Ms. Gloria Robinson both of Barnesville. One son Mr. Bobby Dean Robinson of Barnesville. One granddaughter she raised as her own Mrs. Adrian (Keon) Neal of Griffin. Four Sisters Ms. Johnnie M. Merritt of Barnesville, Ms. Geraldine M. Redding of Griffin, Ms. Patricia M. Burton of Fayetteville, and Mrs. Juanita M. (James) King of Griffin, one sister-in-law, Carolyn Merritt of Canton, and one brother Mr. Rubin (Shirley) Merritt of Barnesville. One Aunt Ms. Annie B. Murphy and one Uncle Mr. Bennie (Celia) Pate both of Barnesville. A host of Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, and many dear friends whom will miss her dearly.
Her spirit will live on in the hearts of two daughters Ms. Angela S. Robinson and Ms. Gloria Robinson both of Barnesville. One son Mr. Bobby Dean Robinson of Barnesville. One granddaughter she raised as her own Mrs. Adrian (Keon) Neal of Griffin. Four Sisters Ms. Johnnie M. Merritt of Barnesville, Ms. Geraldine M. Redding of Griffin, Ms. Patricia M. Burton of Fayetteville, and Mrs. Juanita M. (James) King of Griffin, one sister-in-law, Carolyn Merritt of Canton, and one brother Mr. Rubin (Shirley) Merritt of Barnesville. One Aunt Ms. Annie B. Murphy and one Uncle Mr. Bennie (Celia) Pate both of Barnesville. A host of Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, and many dear friends whom will miss her dearly.
Virginia Ridling Hughes
Barnesville . . . Virginia Ridling Hughes, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, May 7, 2019. The family will greet friends at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, May 9, 2019, with the funeral service following at 2:00 p.m., at First Baptist Church of Barnesville. Burial will be in Monroe Hills Memorial Gardens. Rev. Garth Forster will officiate.
Mrs. Hughes, the daughter of the late Thomas Ridling and Jurrell Phillips Ridling was born April 3, 1929, in Newton County, Georgia. Her husband, William Walter Hughes, Jr., preceded her in death. She retired from Sears, was a member of First Baptist Church of Barnesville and a member of Red Hat Society.
Survivors include her children, Trini Hughes of Forsyth, Brian (Kelly) Hughes of Barnesville and Mark (Susan) Hughes of Dacula; nine grandchildren, Keely (Allen) Small, Justin (Brittany) Poore, Megan (Jody) Osborne, Ron (Nicole) Brazas, Matthew (Jolee) Hughes, Hollie Brazas, Jared Hughes, Hunter Hughes and Hayley Hughes; and seven great grandchildren.
Please visit www.monroecountymemorialchapel.com to express tributes.
Monroe County Memorial Chapel has charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Hughes, the daughter of the late Thomas Ridling and Jurrell Phillips Ridling was born April 3, 1929, in Newton County, Georgia. Her husband, William Walter Hughes, Jr., preceded her in death. She retired from Sears, was a member of First Baptist Church of Barnesville and a member of Red Hat Society.
Survivors include her children, Trini Hughes of Forsyth, Brian (Kelly) Hughes of Barnesville and Mark (Susan) Hughes of Dacula; nine grandchildren, Keely (Allen) Small, Justin (Brittany) Poore, Megan (Jody) Osborne, Ron (Nicole) Brazas, Matthew (Jolee) Hughes, Hollie Brazas, Jared Hughes, Hunter Hughes and Hayley Hughes; and seven great grandchildren.
Please visit www.monroecountymemorialchapel.com to express tributes.
Monroe County Memorial Chapel has charge of arrangements.
Eula Mae Hosley
Mother Eula Mae Hosley 93, 121 Main Street Milner transitioned in Griffin on May 5, 2019. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday May 8, 2019 11AM Greater Springhill Missionary Baptist Church. Pastor Craig Ogletree will officiate, and interment will be held in the church cemetery following services.
She leaves to cherish her memory Daughters, Gloria (Alex) O'Neal of Milner, Jeanette Risper of Griffin, Mattye Hosley of Barnesville, Mrs. Shirlene (Benny) Fambro of Milner, Laura Ann (Jay) Johnson of Manghum, Louisiana, Ms. Frances Wyche of Barnesville, Ms. Grace Hosley of Milner, Mrs. Betty (Donald) Walker of Augusta, Sons Mr. William Hosley Jr. of Milner, Mr. Henry (Fannie) Hosley of Milner, Mr. Jimmy Hosley of Barnesville, and Mr. Dexter Hosley of Milner. Forty- Six grandchildren 4 generations of grandchildren also survives. Three Sisters Mrs. Mary Alice Williams of Atlanta, Mrs. Rose Lee McCuthison of Chattanooga TN, and Ms. Beula Anderson of Greenville, South Carolina. A son-in-law Mr. Robert Bateman Jr. of Milner. A host of Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, and many dear friends who also will carried on her memory.
She leaves to cherish her memory Daughters, Gloria (Alex) O'Neal of Milner, Jeanette Risper of Griffin, Mattye Hosley of Barnesville, Mrs. Shirlene (Benny) Fambro of Milner, Laura Ann (Jay) Johnson of Manghum, Louisiana, Ms. Frances Wyche of Barnesville, Ms. Grace Hosley of Milner, Mrs. Betty (Donald) Walker of Augusta, Sons Mr. William Hosley Jr. of Milner, Mr. Henry (Fannie) Hosley of Milner, Mr. Jimmy Hosley of Barnesville, and Mr. Dexter Hosley of Milner. Forty- Six grandchildren 4 generations of grandchildren also survives. Three Sisters Mrs. Mary Alice Williams of Atlanta, Mrs. Rose Lee McCuthison of Chattanooga TN, and Ms. Beula Anderson of Greenville, South Carolina. A son-in-law Mr. Robert Bateman Jr. of Milner. A host of Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, and many dear friends who also will carried on her memory.
William "Howard" Bearden
Mr. William “Howard” Bearden, age 80, of Barnesville, GA passed away on Friday, May 3, 2019 at his residence.
Mr. Bearden was born on Monday, July 11, 1938 in Atlanta, Georgia to the late William Ernest Bearden and the late Mable Pope Bearden. He was also preceded in death by his siblings, Bill Bearden, Raymond Bearden, Doug Bearden, Robert Bearden, and Mary Barnett; aunt, Frances Everett. Howard was a veteran, having served in the Army. He worked as a carpenter and was a member of the Chattahoochee Baptist Church. Howard loved to fish and go to the casino.
He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Karen & Mitch Brown; grandchildren, Michael & Melinda Brown and Johnny Brown; aunts, Frances Everett and Barbara Cassai; several nieces and nephews.
A visitation for Mr. William “Howard” Bearden will be held from 11:00 A.M. until 2:00 P.M. on Sunday, May 5, 2019 at Williams-Westbury Funeral Home.
To sign the online registry or to send a condolence online, please do so at www.williams-westburyfuneralhome.com.
Williams-Westbury Funeral Home, 526 College Drive, Barnesville, is serving the Bearden family.
Mr. Bearden was born on Monday, July 11, 1938 in Atlanta, Georgia to the late William Ernest Bearden and the late Mable Pope Bearden. He was also preceded in death by his siblings, Bill Bearden, Raymond Bearden, Doug Bearden, Robert Bearden, and Mary Barnett; aunt, Frances Everett. Howard was a veteran, having served in the Army. He worked as a carpenter and was a member of the Chattahoochee Baptist Church. Howard loved to fish and go to the casino.
He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Karen & Mitch Brown; grandchildren, Michael & Melinda Brown and Johnny Brown; aunts, Frances Everett and Barbara Cassai; several nieces and nephews.
A visitation for Mr. William “Howard” Bearden will be held from 11:00 A.M. until 2:00 P.M. on Sunday, May 5, 2019 at Williams-Westbury Funeral Home.
To sign the online registry or to send a condolence online, please do so at www.williams-westburyfuneralhome.com.
Williams-Westbury Funeral Home, 526 College Drive, Barnesville, is serving the Bearden family.
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