Thomaston . . . Raven Madison Bates passed away Sunday, June 11, 2017. A Memorial Service will be held at 3:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 14, 2017, at Monroe County Memorial Chapel.
Raven was born April 12, 2017, in Thomaston, Georgia. Her grandparents, Jimmy Bates and James David Isbell preceded her in death.
Survivors include her parents, Todd and Calie Bates of Thomaston; brother, Walter Douglas Bates of Thomaston; grandparents; Carol Trice Bates of Forsyth and Debra Isbell of Barnesville.
Please visit www.monroecountymemorialchapel.com to express tributes.
Monroe County Memorial Chapel has charge of arrangements.
Obituaries
Sgt. Sylvia Pye
Sgt. Sylvia A. Pye, 56, of Barnesville transitioned on Saturday, May 27, 2017 at WellStar Spalding Regional. Services were held Wednesday, May 31, 2017 at 11 a.m. at East Mount Sinai Baptist Church. Pastor Jimmy Lyons officiated and interment with honors was held at the O’Neal Cemetery. Sgt. Pye served with the Lamar County Sheriff’s Department over 20 years. She was a member of East Mount Sinai Baptist Church.
She leaves to cherish her memory one son Dentavious Pye of Griffin; parents Minnie L. (Lewis Sr.) Fletcher of Barnesville; one grandson; sisters Rosalin Phillips and Tracy Fletcher both of Barnesville; brothers Lewis (Talena) Fletcher Jr., of Savannah and Rodney Fletcher of Barnesville and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and many dear friends whom all will miss her dearly.
She leaves to cherish her memory one son Dentavious Pye of Griffin; parents Minnie L. (Lewis Sr.) Fletcher of Barnesville; one grandson; sisters Rosalin Phillips and Tracy Fletcher both of Barnesville; brothers Lewis (Talena) Fletcher Jr., of Savannah and Rodney Fletcher of Barnesville and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and many dear friends whom all will miss her dearly.
Carolyn Thomas
Carolyn Bagley Thomas passed away Tuesday, June 6, 2017. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, June 9, 2017, at Fincher Memorial Cemetery in Meansville, Georgia. Rev. James Taylor will officiate. The family will greet friends from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Thursday, June 8, 2017, at Monroe County Memorial Chapel.
Mrs. Thomas, the daughter of the late Rev. Herbert Bagley and Marie Fowler Bagley was born February 25, 1937, in Hall County, Georgia. Her husband, James Willard Thomas preceded her in death. She was a homemaker. Mrs. Thomas was currently a member of Mable White Baptist Church, previously a member of Milford Baptist Church, Sharon Baptist Church and Haw Creek Church.
Survivors include her children, Deborah (Thomas) Vanhuss and Donna Thomas Myford of Forsyth; two grandchildren, Victoria Marie Vanhuss and Seth Thomas Vanhuss.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to the Salvation Army, 1955 Broadway, Macon, GA 31206.
Please visit www.monroecountymemorialchapel.com to express tributes.
Monroe County Memorial Chapel has charge of local arrangements.
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Mrs. Thomas, the daughter of the late Rev. Herbert Bagley and Marie Fowler Bagley was born February 25, 1937, in Hall County, Georgia. Her husband, James Willard Thomas preceded her in death. She was a homemaker. Mrs. Thomas was currently a member of Mable White Baptist Church, previously a member of Milford Baptist Church, Sharon Baptist Church and Haw Creek Church.
Survivors include her children, Deborah (Thomas) Vanhuss and Donna Thomas Myford of Forsyth; two grandchildren, Victoria Marie Vanhuss and Seth Thomas Vanhuss.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to the Salvation Army, 1955 Broadway, Macon, GA 31206.
Please visit www.monroecountymemorialchapel.com to express tributes.
Monroe County Memorial Chapel has charge of local arrangements.
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Mary B. Duffee
Mrs. Mary B. Duffee, age 80, of Milner, passed away Sunday, June 4, 2017, at her home. Mrs. Duffee was born October 22, 1936 in Carroll County, daughter of the late Charlie L. Barron and Jenny Sticher Gulley. She was also preceded in death by her stepmother, Dorothy Barron. Mrs. Duffee served with the Lamar County Fire Department 33 years and retired as the assistant chief. She participated in many MDA fund raiser. Mrs. Duffee loved spending time with her family, loved birds and flowers.
Survivors include her daughters and son-in-law, Jeannie Charlene Duffee Crews, and Teresa Renee and Allan (Chop) McWhorter all of Milner; grandchildren, Chad Crews, Jarod Crews (Brandi), Chase Crews (Sara), Quinton Crews, Haley Piper and Ryan Piper; great-grandchildren, Dylan Barnwell, Lexi Crews, Chloe Crews, Kenlee Crews, Camryn Crews, and Chandler Crews; brother, Lee Barron; sister, Loretta B. Thompson; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be at 2:00 Wednesday at the Lamar County Fine Arts Center. Interment will be at Griffin Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the Lamar County Fine Arts Center on Tuesday evening from 6:00 until 8:00.
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Survivors include her daughters and son-in-law, Jeannie Charlene Duffee Crews, and Teresa Renee and Allan (Chop) McWhorter all of Milner; grandchildren, Chad Crews, Jarod Crews (Brandi), Chase Crews (Sara), Quinton Crews, Haley Piper and Ryan Piper; great-grandchildren, Dylan Barnwell, Lexi Crews, Chloe Crews, Kenlee Crews, Camryn Crews, and Chandler Crews; brother, Lee Barron; sister, Loretta B. Thompson; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be at 2:00 Wednesday at the Lamar County Fine Arts Center. Interment will be at Griffin Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the Lamar County Fine Arts Center on Tuesday evening from 6:00 until 8:00.
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Ernest Dale Meeler
Ernest Dale Meeler of Griffin, Georgia passed away on Friday, May 5 at Piedmont Hospital in Newnan, Georgia after a lengthy illness.
Dale was born in Soperton, Georgia to the late John William (J.W.) and Jeanette Proctor Meeler on November 15, 1953. He attended Truetlen County High School where he played football for the Panthers. He then attended the University of Georgia, majoring in Industrial Arts. Dale was always an avid Georgia Bulldog fan. He retired in 2012 after many years in the textile and insurance businesses.
Dale is survived by his partner of 11 years, Julie Caldwell Sykes, and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He always remained close to his family, who gathers twice each year for reunions in Soperton. One brother, William Edwain Meeler, predeceased him.
Growing up, Dale was always a shadow behind his father and grandfather, Lewis Proctor, helping them with whatever they were doing. Starting in his early teenage years and continuing through college, Dale was very self-sufficient by having numerous part time and summer jobs. These included morning milk deliveries before school, mowing lawns, movie projectionist on the weekends, grocery store bag boy, road and bridge construction worker, telephone company technician installing and repairing home phones, working for the Oxford Manufacturing Company, and as an assistant at the University of Georgia Veterinary School.
Throughout his later life, Dale enjoyed playing golf and was a past member of the Spalding County Kiwanis Club. He also loved attending his and Julie’s Friday Night Supper Club with close friends, beach vacations, tours of homes and the Georgia Trust Historic Rambles. One of the most rewarding aspects of Dale’s life was helping his friends with their home, mechanical, electrical, and electronic projects.
A visitation will be held from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, May 21 at Haisten McCollough Funeral Home in Griffin, Georgia with a brief memorial service in between at 3 p.m. Dispersal of ashes will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Salvation Army, Saint Jude’s Hospital, Shriners Hospitals for Children, or the Wounded Warrior Project.
Dale was born in Soperton, Georgia to the late John William (J.W.) and Jeanette Proctor Meeler on November 15, 1953. He attended Truetlen County High School where he played football for the Panthers. He then attended the University of Georgia, majoring in Industrial Arts. Dale was always an avid Georgia Bulldog fan. He retired in 2012 after many years in the textile and insurance businesses.
Dale is survived by his partner of 11 years, Julie Caldwell Sykes, and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He always remained close to his family, who gathers twice each year for reunions in Soperton. One brother, William Edwain Meeler, predeceased him.
Growing up, Dale was always a shadow behind his father and grandfather, Lewis Proctor, helping them with whatever they were doing. Starting in his early teenage years and continuing through college, Dale was very self-sufficient by having numerous part time and summer jobs. These included morning milk deliveries before school, mowing lawns, movie projectionist on the weekends, grocery store bag boy, road and bridge construction worker, telephone company technician installing and repairing home phones, working for the Oxford Manufacturing Company, and as an assistant at the University of Georgia Veterinary School.
Throughout his later life, Dale enjoyed playing golf and was a past member of the Spalding County Kiwanis Club. He also loved attending his and Julie’s Friday Night Supper Club with close friends, beach vacations, tours of homes and the Georgia Trust Historic Rambles. One of the most rewarding aspects of Dale’s life was helping his friends with their home, mechanical, electrical, and electronic projects.
A visitation will be held from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, May 21 at Haisten McCollough Funeral Home in Griffin, Georgia with a brief memorial service in between at 3 p.m. Dispersal of ashes will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Salvation Army, Saint Jude’s Hospital, Shriners Hospitals for Children, or the Wounded Warrior Project.
Jessie Mae Blackmon Wilson
Jessie Mae Blackmon Wilson went to be with the lord on April 24, 2017. She was born to the late B. J. and Jessie Pearl Blackmon on December 25, 1925 in Milner. She was affectionately known as Granny.
At an early age, Jessie Mae found the Lord. She was dedicated to her church and faithfully served as a member of the Mother's Board.
Jessie Mae was united in holy matrimony to Woodrow Wilson. Their union was blessed with five children. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, siblings and a son, Willie James Blackmon. Jessie Mae loved fishing, watching wrestling on television, working in her yard and completing crossword puzzles. She enjoyed life and enjoyed her children and grandchildren.
Jessie Mae leaves to cherish her wonderful memories four children: Geneva Lawrence of Milner, Robert Wilson of Marietta, Virginia Wilson of Barnesville and Kenneth Wilson, Sr. (Ladeidre), of Griffin; eleven grandchildren; twelve great grandchildren; five great, great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins who will all miss her dearly.
At an early age, Jessie Mae found the Lord. She was dedicated to her church and faithfully served as a member of the Mother's Board.
Jessie Mae was united in holy matrimony to Woodrow Wilson. Their union was blessed with five children. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, siblings and a son, Willie James Blackmon. Jessie Mae loved fishing, watching wrestling on television, working in her yard and completing crossword puzzles. She enjoyed life and enjoyed her children and grandchildren.
Jessie Mae leaves to cherish her wonderful memories four children: Geneva Lawrence of Milner, Robert Wilson of Marietta, Virginia Wilson of Barnesville and Kenneth Wilson, Sr. (Ladeidre), of Griffin; eleven grandchildren; twelve great grandchildren; five great, great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins who will all miss her dearly.
Dr. Mack Dallas
Long-time Thomaston Surgeon Dr. William McKenzie “Mack” Dallas, Jr., died Monday, February 27th, 2017 at his home. He was 83 years old.
Memorial services for Dr. Dallas were held on Thursday, March 2nd, 2017 at 11:00 AM at the First United Methodist Church of Thomaston with Rev. Rick Marson, Rev. Herb Flanders and Rev. John Dallas officiating. [Full Story »]
Memorial services for Dr. Dallas were held on Thursday, March 2nd, 2017 at 11:00 AM at the First United Methodist Church of Thomaston with Rev. Rick Marson, Rev. Herb Flanders and Rev. John Dallas officiating. [Full Story »]
Michael C. Jackson
Mr. Michael C. Jackson, age 59 of Barnesville, passed away on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at home.
Mr. Jackson was born in Fort Worth, Texas on February 26, 1957. He is preceded in death by his parents, Curtis Jackson and Evelyn Bailey Jackson, brother, Donald Jackson. Michael was an avid hunter, fisherman, outdoorsman, NASCAR fan and loved the beach and lived life to its fullest. He was a loving husband, father, Grampy to his grandkids, brother and friend. Mr. Jackson was a member of Antioch Baptist Church in Yatesville, GA.
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Mr. Jackson was born in Fort Worth, Texas on February 26, 1957. He is preceded in death by his parents, Curtis Jackson and Evelyn Bailey Jackson, brother, Donald Jackson. Michael was an avid hunter, fisherman, outdoorsman, NASCAR fan and loved the beach and lived life to its fullest. He was a loving husband, father, Grampy to his grandkids, brother and friend. Mr. Jackson was a member of Antioch Baptist Church in Yatesville, GA.
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Nancy L. Hacht
Mrs. Nancy L. Hacht, of the Redbone Community, passed away Sunday, January 29, 2017, at Northside Hospital in Atlanta. Mrs. Hacht was born July 9, 1946, in Miami, Florida, daughter of the late George and Bernadette Meister. She attended the First United Methodist Church of Barnesville.
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Rev. Dr. Al Simmons
Rev. Dr. Albert Elliott Simmons joined the Church Triumphant on Sunday, January 29th, 2017.
Funeral services for Dr. Simmons will be held on Wednesday, February 1st, 2017 at 11:00 AM with Dr. Glenn Gilstrap and Rev. Melana Scruggs officiating. The family of Dr. Simmons will receive friends at Fletcher-Day Funeral Home on Tuesday from 4:00 until 7:00 PM.
Dr. Simmons was born at Fort Macpherson, Atlanta, GA, on September 9, 1927, son of Lt. Col. and Mrs. Albert E. Simmons, Sr. [Full Story »]
Funeral services for Dr. Simmons will be held on Wednesday, February 1st, 2017 at 11:00 AM with Dr. Glenn Gilstrap and Rev. Melana Scruggs officiating. The family of Dr. Simmons will receive friends at Fletcher-Day Funeral Home on Tuesday from 4:00 until 7:00 PM.
Dr. Simmons was born at Fort Macpherson, Atlanta, GA, on September 9, 1927, son of Lt. Col. and Mrs. Albert E. Simmons, Sr. [Full Story »]
David Preston
Mr. David Albert Preston, 77, of the Johnstonville Community,Lamar County, Georgia, passed away Monday, January 16, 2017, at Coliseum Medical Center, after a brief battle with cancer. Mr. Preston was born October 31, 1939, in Marietta, son of the late John Gray and Elizabeth Walker Preston.
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Dr. Hewlette Collier Connell
Dr. Hewlette Collier Connell died on January 7, 2017, in Williamsburg, VA where he lived with his beloved wife of thirty-seven years, Marty K. Connell, and a succession of dogs whom he spoiled terribly and unapologetically.
He was born on August 16, 1932, in Barnesville, GA, the only child of Doris Collier and George Boyce Connell, Commandant at Gordon Military College. In addition to the normal pursuits of a young boy in small town, Depression era Georgia, Hew caddied at the local golf course and entered into a lifelong love of the game. If he wasn't caddying he was playing, ultimately becoming a scratch handicap golfer. [Full Story »]
He was born on August 16, 1932, in Barnesville, GA, the only child of Doris Collier and George Boyce Connell, Commandant at Gordon Military College. In addition to the normal pursuits of a young boy in small town, Depression era Georgia, Hew caddied at the local golf course and entered into a lifelong love of the game. If he wasn't caddying he was playing, ultimately becoming a scratch handicap golfer. [Full Story »]
Gerald Wayne Farmer
Gerald Wayne Farmer
September 29, 1942 - January 08, 2017
Mr. Gerald” Wayne” Farmer, 74, of Barnesville, passed away Sunday, January 08, 2017, at Coliseum Medical Center in Macon. Mr. Farmer was born September 29, 1942, in Atlanta, son of the late Oscar Samuel and Mary Leila Cook. He was affectionately known by his family as “Butch”. Mr. Farmer was an active member of Antioch Baptist Church. He was a regular visitor of the sick and elderly. Mr. Farmer retired as an electronics engineer from Mac Dermitt Graphics, and was formerly employed by W.R. Grace. He was a member of the AA in Forsyth where he helped and counseled other members. Mr. Farmer was a caretaker for sick and old animals. He was retired from United States Navy. Mr. Farmer loved his family and cherished his grandchildren.
Survivors include his wife of 43 years, Joyce Farmer of Barnesville; daughters and son-in-law, Jodie and Jim Roquemore of Forsyth, and Mary Edith Routon of Barnesville; son and daughter-in-law, Matthew and Theresa Farmer of Oxford; eight grandchildren, Jacob Crawford, Kiley Smith, Justin Crawford, Noah Cole Farmer, Haylee Woodall, McCoy Routon, , Jared Roquemore, Creedence Roquemore; sister, Dorothy Anderson of Atlanta; He was preceded in death by two sisters, Wilma Sandra Rhodes and Martha Farmer.
Memorial services will at 2:00 Thursday at Antioch Baptist Church with Rev. Jeff Morgan officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Tuesday evening from 7:00 until 9:00.
Services are being arranged and directed by Breedlove Memorial Chapel, Barnesville, GA. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.breedlovememorialchapel.com
SERVICES
Memorial Service
Thursday, January 12, 2017
2:00 PM
Antioch Baptist Church
2269 Yatesville- Barnesville Road
Yatesville, Georgia 31097
September 29, 1942 - January 08, 2017
Mr. Gerald” Wayne” Farmer, 74, of Barnesville, passed away Sunday, January 08, 2017, at Coliseum Medical Center in Macon. Mr. Farmer was born September 29, 1942, in Atlanta, son of the late Oscar Samuel and Mary Leila Cook. He was affectionately known by his family as “Butch”. Mr. Farmer was an active member of Antioch Baptist Church. He was a regular visitor of the sick and elderly. Mr. Farmer retired as an electronics engineer from Mac Dermitt Graphics, and was formerly employed by W.R. Grace. He was a member of the AA in Forsyth where he helped and counseled other members. Mr. Farmer was a caretaker for sick and old animals. He was retired from United States Navy. Mr. Farmer loved his family and cherished his grandchildren.
Survivors include his wife of 43 years, Joyce Farmer of Barnesville; daughters and son-in-law, Jodie and Jim Roquemore of Forsyth, and Mary Edith Routon of Barnesville; son and daughter-in-law, Matthew and Theresa Farmer of Oxford; eight grandchildren, Jacob Crawford, Kiley Smith, Justin Crawford, Noah Cole Farmer, Haylee Woodall, McCoy Routon, , Jared Roquemore, Creedence Roquemore; sister, Dorothy Anderson of Atlanta; He was preceded in death by two sisters, Wilma Sandra Rhodes and Martha Farmer.
Memorial services will at 2:00 Thursday at Antioch Baptist Church with Rev. Jeff Morgan officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Tuesday evening from 7:00 until 9:00.
Services are being arranged and directed by Breedlove Memorial Chapel, Barnesville, GA. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.breedlovememorialchapel.com
SERVICES
Memorial Service
Thursday, January 12, 2017
2:00 PM
Antioch Baptist Church
2269 Yatesville- Barnesville Road
Yatesville, Georgia 31097
Dr. James Holland Jackson, Jr.
Dr. James Holland Jackson, Jr. was a Southern gentleman, devoted husband and father, beloved dentist and humanitarian. He died peacefully on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 24, 2016, just one day after going to Eternal Hope Hospice.
Dr. Jackson, 85, was born August 20, 1931, the son of Dr. James Holland Jackson, Sr. and Louise Lovejoy Jackson. He was a lifelong resident of Barnesville, GA and practiced dentistry in downtown Barnesville for 47 years. He graduated from Emory University School of Dentistry in 1959, was inducted into Corpus Cordis Aureum at Emory and was past president of the Central Georgia Emory Alumni Association.
Having had perfect attendance for some 50 years, the Barnesville Rotary Club bestows the James Holland Jackson Award to any member who attains perfect attendance for a year. He was a past president of the Rotary Club, a Paul Harris Fellow and was in its first Hall of Honor.
A lifelong member of the First United Methodist Church, he was an usher and sang in the choir but as was his nature, he avoided spotlight and never agreed to sing a solo. He was a longtime member and chairman of the Barnesville-Lamar County Library Board of Trustees and chairman of the Lamar County Health Department where upon his retirement he donated his dental equipment to start the public dentistry program. He was named the Barnesville-Lamar County Outstanding Businessperson of the Year in 2006.
In addition to his local involvement, his outreach had worldwide impact. He supported an orphanage in China after traveling with his daughter and son-in-law to adopt his granddaughter. Dr. Jackson exchanged the Barnesville Rotary flag with the Hong Kong Rotary Club where the flag still stands. He also did mission work in Russia with the Friendship Force.
A veteran of the U.S. Army, he was a rifle instructor and was regarded with having keen sight and insight. An avid reader, Dr. Jackson enjoyed history, art, nature, gardening and most of all spending time with his beloved family and pets.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Louise Corry Jackson, and his parents.
Survivors include his wife, Eileen Eubanks Smith Jackson of Barnesville; a daughter, Elizabeth Jackson Graham (John) of Ft. Thomas, KY; two step-daughters, Leigh Smith Stuart of Atlanta, and Jeanie Smith Mays (Walt) of Macon; a granddaughter, Grace Louise Graham; three step-grandsons, John Byron Strauss, Jackson Smith Stuart and Zayne Ansel Arell; a sister, Nancy Jackson Thomas of Barnesville; a brother, William Cotter Jackson of Atlanta; nephews, Edward Albert Thilenius (Debbie), James Robert Thilenius (Michele) and William Jackson Thilenius (Shelley); great-niece, Elizabeth Ariel Thilenius; great-nephew, Garrett Robert Thilenius and Goddaughters Jannellen Rigg and May Melton Geiger.
Funeral services for Dr. James Holland Jackson Jr. will be at 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 28 at the First United Methodist Church with Rev. Tom McElroy, Rev. Jay Tenney and Dr. Lee Woodall officiating. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church from 1-2 p.m. prior to the service. Donations may be made to the First United Methodist Church, 375 Thomaston Street, Barnesville, GA 30204 or the Lamar County Animal Shelter Fund, c/o Community Foundation of Central Georgia, 577 Mulberry Street, Suite 1600, Macon, GA 3120.
Services are being arranged and directed by Breedlove Memorial Chapel, Barnesville, GA. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.breedlovememorialchapel.com.
Dr. Jackson, 85, was born August 20, 1931, the son of Dr. James Holland Jackson, Sr. and Louise Lovejoy Jackson. He was a lifelong resident of Barnesville, GA and practiced dentistry in downtown Barnesville for 47 years. He graduated from Emory University School of Dentistry in 1959, was inducted into Corpus Cordis Aureum at Emory and was past president of the Central Georgia Emory Alumni Association.
Having had perfect attendance for some 50 years, the Barnesville Rotary Club bestows the James Holland Jackson Award to any member who attains perfect attendance for a year. He was a past president of the Rotary Club, a Paul Harris Fellow and was in its first Hall of Honor.
A lifelong member of the First United Methodist Church, he was an usher and sang in the choir but as was his nature, he avoided spotlight and never agreed to sing a solo. He was a longtime member and chairman of the Barnesville-Lamar County Library Board of Trustees and chairman of the Lamar County Health Department where upon his retirement he donated his dental equipment to start the public dentistry program. He was named the Barnesville-Lamar County Outstanding Businessperson of the Year in 2006.
In addition to his local involvement, his outreach had worldwide impact. He supported an orphanage in China after traveling with his daughter and son-in-law to adopt his granddaughter. Dr. Jackson exchanged the Barnesville Rotary flag with the Hong Kong Rotary Club where the flag still stands. He also did mission work in Russia with the Friendship Force.
A veteran of the U.S. Army, he was a rifle instructor and was regarded with having keen sight and insight. An avid reader, Dr. Jackson enjoyed history, art, nature, gardening and most of all spending time with his beloved family and pets.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Louise Corry Jackson, and his parents.
Survivors include his wife, Eileen Eubanks Smith Jackson of Barnesville; a daughter, Elizabeth Jackson Graham (John) of Ft. Thomas, KY; two step-daughters, Leigh Smith Stuart of Atlanta, and Jeanie Smith Mays (Walt) of Macon; a granddaughter, Grace Louise Graham; three step-grandsons, John Byron Strauss, Jackson Smith Stuart and Zayne Ansel Arell; a sister, Nancy Jackson Thomas of Barnesville; a brother, William Cotter Jackson of Atlanta; nephews, Edward Albert Thilenius (Debbie), James Robert Thilenius (Michele) and William Jackson Thilenius (Shelley); great-niece, Elizabeth Ariel Thilenius; great-nephew, Garrett Robert Thilenius and Goddaughters Jannellen Rigg and May Melton Geiger.
Funeral services for Dr. James Holland Jackson Jr. will be at 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 28 at the First United Methodist Church with Rev. Tom McElroy, Rev. Jay Tenney and Dr. Lee Woodall officiating. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church from 1-2 p.m. prior to the service. Donations may be made to the First United Methodist Church, 375 Thomaston Street, Barnesville, GA 30204 or the Lamar County Animal Shelter Fund, c/o Community Foundation of Central Georgia, 577 Mulberry Street, Suite 1600, Macon, GA 3120.
Services are being arranged and directed by Breedlove Memorial Chapel, Barnesville, GA. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.breedlovememorialchapel.com.
Bob Cloudt dies in Austria
Robert (Bob) Alfred Cloudt, 65, went home to be with the Lord on November 19, 2016 after an extended illness. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Nancy Duncan Cloudt; two sons, Kevin Cloudt of Cartago, Costa Rica and Michael Cloudt and daughter in law Heather Cloudt of Palm City, FL; a daughter and son-in-law, Lisa and Jedd Lake of Cumming; 10 grandchildren, Nina, Steven, Gabe, Elizabeth, Walker, Palin, Eli, Jesse, D.J. and John Luke; mother, Virginia Matthews Cloudt of Lawrenceville; brothers and sisters-in-law, Dwight and Karen Cloudt of Prescott, AZ and Wayne and Keitha Cloudt of Big Island, VA; sister, Catherine Cloudt of Atlanta; aunt, Juanita Goddard of Jefferson; numerous cousins, nieces and nephews along with a host of friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Moritz Alfred Cloudt, Jr. and a brother, Steven Noel Cloudt.
Bob was a graduate of Chamblee High School and The Georgia Institute of Technology. He worked as a textile engineer for Deering Milliken in LaGrange and Continental Tire in Barnesville in the late 1970's and 80's before changing careers to the insurance field. Bob earned the credentials of Life Underwriter Training Council Fellow (LUTCF) and was formally employed by Prudential Insurance Company then later joined Colonial Life as an account executive and independent agent. He also represented a variety of other companies and enjoyed serving his clients' needs through employee benefits, supplemental insurance as well as individual insurance assistance. He was blessed by the many friendships he developed through the years while working in the insurance field.
Bob was an avid outdoorsman, hunter and fisherman. He was a gifted marksman, rarely missing his mark. He loved the outdoors and looked forward to deer hunting season all year. He was a member of the Knoxville Trophy Club in Crawford County where he skillfully harvested several trophy size deer.
Bob had an unusual gift as a pianist although he had a profound hearing disability. He could play most any tune by ear after hearing it only a few times. He loved to play for his own enjoyment but all who heard him were blessed. For several years he was a regular at Heritage Inn Nursing Home as he entertained the residents and staff during meal times.
Bob lived his life in service to others. He was Chapter Leader of the John Birch Society seeking to educate others and make a difference in upholding the values that America was founded on. He loved his country and was a true patriot.
As a youth Bob was a Boy Scout and completed the requirements of Eagle Scout although was never awarded the rank. He later became involved as an adult scout and enjoyed several years as Scout Master of Troop 31 and later served on scouting committees with the Flint River Council. He was privileged to guide several young men in becoming Eagle Scouts.
Bob's passion was his love for Christ and making Him known to others. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Barnesville where he was a substitute Sunday School Teacher, served on the Sunday School Council as well as a variety of committees through the years. He was recently recognized as a Life Deacon having met the requirements by serving as a deacon for more than 30 years. He enjoyed participating in the jail ministry where he shared his faith and ministered to inmates in need of Christ's love.
Bob served along with his wife as co-coordinator of the Barnesville Relay Center for Operation Christmas Child. He was always excited to collect gift filled shoeboxes to be distributed to children as a catalyst for sharing the Gospel.
Bob was a member of the Gideons International and devoutly committed to placing Bibles in facilities such as hotels, schools and prisons as well as distributions to students on college campuses.
Bob's family was his pride and joy. He was devoted to his wife, children and grandchildren. He loved his parents, brothers and sister as well as all of his extended family and looked forward to and enjoyed time spent with them. Bob was a man of integrity, generosity and optimism, always seeking the good in others. He looked forward to hearing the words of his Savior, "well done, good and faithful servant."
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to First Baptist Church Barnesville, Operation Christmas Child, Gideons International or Little Children of the World.
Funeral arrangements include family visitation on Monday, November 27, 2016 at First Baptist Church of Barnesville from 5-8 p.m. Funeral services are Tuesday, November 28, 2016 at 12:30 p.m. at First Baptist of Barnesville. Interment will follow in Arlington Memorial Park, Sandy Springs.
Breedlove Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Bob was a graduate of Chamblee High School and The Georgia Institute of Technology. He worked as a textile engineer for Deering Milliken in LaGrange and Continental Tire in Barnesville in the late 1970's and 80's before changing careers to the insurance field. Bob earned the credentials of Life Underwriter Training Council Fellow (LUTCF) and was formally employed by Prudential Insurance Company then later joined Colonial Life as an account executive and independent agent. He also represented a variety of other companies and enjoyed serving his clients' needs through employee benefits, supplemental insurance as well as individual insurance assistance. He was blessed by the many friendships he developed through the years while working in the insurance field.
Bob was an avid outdoorsman, hunter and fisherman. He was a gifted marksman, rarely missing his mark. He loved the outdoors and looked forward to deer hunting season all year. He was a member of the Knoxville Trophy Club in Crawford County where he skillfully harvested several trophy size deer.
Bob had an unusual gift as a pianist although he had a profound hearing disability. He could play most any tune by ear after hearing it only a few times. He loved to play for his own enjoyment but all who heard him were blessed. For several years he was a regular at Heritage Inn Nursing Home as he entertained the residents and staff during meal times.
Bob lived his life in service to others. He was Chapter Leader of the John Birch Society seeking to educate others and make a difference in upholding the values that America was founded on. He loved his country and was a true patriot.
As a youth Bob was a Boy Scout and completed the requirements of Eagle Scout although was never awarded the rank. He later became involved as an adult scout and enjoyed several years as Scout Master of Troop 31 and later served on scouting committees with the Flint River Council. He was privileged to guide several young men in becoming Eagle Scouts.
Bob's passion was his love for Christ and making Him known to others. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Barnesville where he was a substitute Sunday School Teacher, served on the Sunday School Council as well as a variety of committees through the years. He was recently recognized as a Life Deacon having met the requirements by serving as a deacon for more than 30 years. He enjoyed participating in the jail ministry where he shared his faith and ministered to inmates in need of Christ's love.
Bob served along with his wife as co-coordinator of the Barnesville Relay Center for Operation Christmas Child. He was always excited to collect gift filled shoeboxes to be distributed to children as a catalyst for sharing the Gospel.
Bob was a member of the Gideons International and devoutly committed to placing Bibles in facilities such as hotels, schools and prisons as well as distributions to students on college campuses.
Bob's family was his pride and joy. He was devoted to his wife, children and grandchildren. He loved his parents, brothers and sister as well as all of his extended family and looked forward to and enjoyed time spent with them. Bob was a man of integrity, generosity and optimism, always seeking the good in others. He looked forward to hearing the words of his Savior, "well done, good and faithful servant."
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to First Baptist Church Barnesville, Operation Christmas Child, Gideons International or Little Children of the World.
Funeral arrangements include family visitation on Monday, November 27, 2016 at First Baptist Church of Barnesville from 5-8 p.m. Funeral services are Tuesday, November 28, 2016 at 12:30 p.m. at First Baptist of Barnesville. Interment will follow in Arlington Memorial Park, Sandy Springs.
Breedlove Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
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