Mrs. Hazel Pittman Flournoy, age 78, of Griffin, passed away on Saturday, August 19, 2017 at Heritage Inn in Barnesville.
Mrs. Flournoy was born on August 9, 1939 in Spartanburg, SC. She was the daughter of the late Albert and Lucille Pittman. She was preceded in death by her husband, Albert Frank Flournoy Jr. (Buster).
Survivors include her daughter, Patricia Jones of Jacksonville FL; son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Donna Flournoy of Barnesville; grandchildren, Kelby Flournoy, Reid Flournoy, and Corey Jones; great-grandson, Link Jones; sister, Elizabeth Pitts and brother David Pittman of Griffin.
Memorial services for Mrs. Hazel Pittman Flournoy will be held on Friday, August 25, 2017 at 4:00PM in the chapel of Haisten McCullough Funeral Home. Friends may visit with the family on Friday, August 25, 2017 from 2-4 PM at the funeral home. Inurnment will follow in Westwood Mausoleum.
To pay condolences online to the family, please do so at www.haistenmccullough.com.
Haisten McCullough Funeral Home, 1155 Everee Inn Rd. is in charge of arrangements.
Obituaries
Diane Taylor
Mrs. Diane Daniel Taylor, beloved teacher, friend, and family member, died Monday, August 7, 2017, after a courageous battle with ovarian cancer.
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Jeff Marable
Jeff Marable of Barnesville died July 19 after a long illness.
Funeral arrangements are pending.
Funeral arrangements are pending.
Raven Madison Bates
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.
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.
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 »]
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