Upson beacon obituaries Bunn was a member of Northside Baptist Church. 8, 1985, in Thomaston, to Patsy Smith Marsh and the late Robbie Marsh. He also worked a period of time with Upson County Public Works. VanHouten were held Sunday, Dec. and Carolyn F Upson BOC Meets Feb. , and her mother, Sue Smith Maxwell. She was born Feb. 1, 2024, at Eternal Hope Hospice in Griffin. She received her education from the Upson County School System. upsonbeacon. After an interview with the late Dr. Rex King officiated, and interment followed in Flint River Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery. Search for all of today's most recent Thomaston Obituaries from Local Newspapers and Funeral Homes in Thomaston, The Upson Beacon, Thomaston, Georgia. Johnathan was a 2015 graduate of Upson Lee High School, where he was a member of the marching and concert band, Talent Search, and Skills USA. Funeral services were held Thursday, Feb. Hightower Street in Thomaston. With over 40 years of experience in law enforcement, Kilgore's career has spanned a variety of roles, including serving as a sheriff's deputy, city police officer, county police officer, and district attorney’s investigator. 9, 2025, at Upson Regional Medical Center. Fay (Weems) Watson, age 96, a longtime resident of Thomaston, passed away peacefully Jan. Pamela "Pam" Montgomery English, age 67, of Thomaston, died Thursday, Jan. Cindy Lynn Andrews Elmore, age 63, of Thomaston, passed away Tuesday, Oct. R. 28, 2024, at his residence. Published every Wednesday, The Beacon strives to provide accurate, fair, and balanced accounts of events which affect Upson County residents, and to highlight accomplishments of people connected to the area. Barbara Cranford White, age 89, of Thomaston, died Jan. 4, 2024, at Brightmoor Hospice in Griffin. , Ms. Browse Thomaston local obituaries on Legacy. She is now healthy and happy with Jesus and all of her loved ones who have gone before. 5, 1936, in White Plains, Ga. H. She received her education from Upson-Lee Schools, graduating with the Class of 2023. at Macedonia Baptist Church, 512 N. Read More Newspaper Delivery May Be Delayed. She earned her CDL license and began her own transport company. McKissick was born Dec. He loved playing any sport, as well as watching any kind of game on She was formerly employed by Zoe Pediatrics and Adolescent Health. 2 at the chapel of Bentley’s Funeral Home in Thomaston. Betty C. Those desiring may make memorials to the Upson Humane Society, P. Shelvery Ellis and the late Mrs. com 219 Thomas Street Thomaston, GA 30286 Phone: 706-646-2382 Email: lhaney@upsonbeacon. Skyler Kayelin Webb Bunn age 28 of Thomaston Ga, died Friday May 26, 2023 at Upson Regional Medical Center. 6, 2005, in Thomaston, to Sherrika Allen and Tavares Middlebrooks. Maxwell, Jr. David went to work at Quad Graphics, Inc. You can also send flowers or thoughtful gifts to commemorate your loved ones. Pickard was educated in the public schools of Upson County. Seven Upson-Lee Knights were named to the 2AAA basketball All-Region teams. He was full of life and loved spending time with the people he loved. Bettie Lou Willis Parks, age 73, of Walter Street, passed Saturday, Sept. Discover detailed obituaries, access complete funeral service information, and express your feelings by leaving condolence messages. Thomas were held Tuesday, Jan. He was Deborah Kathleen Elder Purvis, age 73, of Monroe, went to be with her Lord and Savior in Heaven Sunday, Nov. 25, 2024, at Atrium Health Macon Medical Center Navicent, with her family by her side. Read More Mr. 12, 1948, in Upson County, to the late Hugh Stewart and the late Naomi Pitts Stewart. Shaw’s family by visiting the Coggins Funeral Home website at cogginsfuneralhome. Be Sure To Subscribe To The Upson Beacon For Complete News Coverage! Mrs. You will forever be loved, missed, and remembered. Davis was born Sept. Bennie Danielly, Jr. 11, at Northridge Church, immediately followed by a private graveside Mr. 24, 1965, in Thomaston, to the late Kenneth Reynolds Douglas and the late Emily Loyd Douglas McDuffie. Sammie "Sam" Ray Clay, age 73, of Thomaston, died Friday, Oct. 14, in the chapel of Fletcher-Day Funeral Home, with Dr. Robin Mary Herron, age 66, of Lawrenceville, passed away surrounded by her family, April 26, 2023. Hammock were held Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024, surrounded by her beloved family. Doris Jean Boyt Hamilton, age 91, of Barnesville, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Dec. Estes was born on May 14, 1943, in Thomaston, to the late William Felton Eidson and the late Mignon Hill Eidson. Mr. Funeral services were held Monday, Dec. Tanysia Janae Middlebrooks was born Jan. She also worked for the local bakery, did private duty housekeeping, and worked at Upson Lee High School. She was a 2014 graduate of Upson-Lee High School and was a homemaker. Dan Kilgore is the elected Sheriff of Upson County, a position he has held since January 2013. Box 1152, Thomaston, GA 30286. The Upson Beacon, Thomaston, Georgia. Taylor and the late Mattie Bell Taylor. Rev. ; her grandchildren, Jonathan (Christine) McClain, Caitlin McClain, Sean McClain, Lawton McClain, and Gavin McClain; her great-granddaughter, Wynn McClain; siblings, Derrell Sears, Carolyn Williamson, Betty Hanks, Ted Hawkins, and Rita Mrs. 17, 2024. Mary Ann Dixon of Thomaston; seven Mr. In, 2001, she rejoined Macedonia Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor Eddie J. Skyler's Obituary. White and they shared 50 years together. Linda Diane Burkett Garner, age 79, of Thomaston, died Monday, Jan. C. Thomas will be held on Tuesday, January 14, at 4:00 PM, in the chapel of Fletcher-Day Funeral Home with Dr. , age 57, of Roberta, died Saturday, Dec. John Thomas VanHouten, age 47, of Lenox, died Wednesday, Dec. A public viewing was held Wednesday, Feb. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Jonathan Curtis Beverly. Search obituaries and death notices from Thomaston, Georgia, brought to you by Echovita. He was born on Feb. Mr. The family received friends at Fletcher-Day Funeral Home Monday, Dec. Mottie McFarland of Butler; sisters and brothers, Mr. 8, 1994, in Thomaston, to Chad Webb and Kaye Watkins Webb. 11,698 likes · 751 talking about this. LeRonte Carthon of Lacey, Wash. Glenn Gilstrap officiated, and interment followed in Upson Memorial Gardens. Find service information, send flowers, and leave memories and thoughts in the Guestbook for your loved one. Doris was born Sept. She loved going to church and singing. Rest in peace, Steve. 24, 1945, in Thomaston, to the late Frank Calvin Burkett and the late Mary Frances Albritton Burkett. Funeral services for Mr. Blackmon was born Aug. of Thomaston, Ms. She was active in Sunday school and the mission. Janet Swails Spoon, age 88, of Thomaston, died Tuesday, Feb. Garner was born Nov. and the late Lizzie Lou McKinley. Trotter was born Nov. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made the Thomaston First United Methodist Church at 132 Cherokee Road, Thomaston, Ga. He started his own business, "Dump Truck Pete," a land/dirt moving company. 11, 2025, at Upson Regional Medical Center. com This is my story: Mr. Blackmon was born Sept. A celebration of Steve’s life will be announced at a later date. 10, in the George E. Bunn was born Nov. 17, 2025, at Upson Regional Medical Center. B. 30, 1937, in Thomaston, to the late Russell Winford Pitts and the late Mamie Lee Parkerson Pitts. ” She was very special to the entire Mann, Respress, and Colquitt family. Samone Reed of Macon was charged with malice murder and felony murder Monday afternoon following the early-morning stabbing death of 25-year-old Tykeevius Montfort of Thomaston, according to Thomaston Police Chief Republican Georgia House Rep. 21, 2024, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. 31, 2024, at Upson Regional Medical Center. He was a 2004 graduate of Upson-Lee High School and owned and operated Marsh Clearing and Excavation. 30, 1967, in Griffin, to Melvin David was born March 17, 1975, in Upson County to the late Lawrence Gassett and Theresa Tobin Gassett. 30, 1933, in Culloden. Charles excelled in all things athletic. 11, 2025, at Riverside Health and Rehab. Robert Lamar Walker, age 82, of Jones Avenue in Thomaston, passed away Tuesday, Jan. Trudy Walker of Thomaston and Ms. Owned, operated, and staffed locally, The Upson Beacon is a weekly newspaper with content dedicated entirely to area news and information. Bob Wilson officiated, and a private family interment followed. Ms. 11, 2024, at Upson Regional Medical Center. 22, 2025, at Brightmoor Hospice in Griffin. She was a 2014 graduate of Upson Lee Highschool and was a homemaker. In Thomaston, she was employed by Upson Regional Medical Center in the dietary department. Mother Cora Lee King Campbell, age 91, of South Bethel Street in Thomaston, passed away Saturday, Aug. 20, in the chapel of Coggins Funeral View local obituaries in Upson County, Georgia. 17, 2024, at her residence. 23, 2024, at Piedmont Hospital Atlanta after a long illness. Grizzard was born on Oct. 12, in the chapel of Fletcher-Day Funeral Home. 17, 2025. Robert Smith, Sr. Trice, Jr. Menu (706) 647-9681 Contact Us Thomaston Location Obituaries Who We Are. Lisa (Demetrius) Searcy-Williams of Griffin; maternal grandmother, Mrs. Evelyn met and married C. 7, 2024, at Upson Regional Medical Center. She was actively involved in the Emancipation Committee of Upson and NAACP. 31, 1936, in Thomaston, to the late Charlie Swails and the late Ann Jackson Swails. She loved to eat and have fun. 30, 2024, at Riverside Health and Rehab. Church, where he was the groundskeeper for many years. Gabrielle Worthy of Newnan, Mr. Patricia Florence Scott, age 77, of Calhoun, Tenn. Lowry was born Jan. 5, 2025, at Midstar Southern Maryland Hospital in Clinton, Md. 24, 2024, at Medical Center of Central Georgia. Bernadette Holt-Davis, age 50, more affectionately known as "Brandi," formerly of Woodland, passed Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2024, surrounded by her family at the home of her daughter, Malysa Rogers, in Advance, N. 17, 2024, surrounded by her family and best friend. Ke'Undra Raines of Forest Park, and Mr. 6, 1940, in Union, S. Hill is survived by three children, Emily Hill, Josh Hill, and Isaac Hill; her parents, Martin James Hill and Betty Sue Cochran Hill of Thomaston; two sisters, Gail Still of Colorado and Angela Long Giles of Thomaston; and three brothers, Martin Long of Thomaston, Dale Long of Mississippi, and Jonathan (Jennifer) Hill of Thomaston. Octavia Yolanda Montgomery-Smith, age 51, formerly of Thomaston, of Sunderland Circle in Fayetteville, passed away Tuesday, Sept. Hewitt was born May 29, 1953, in Upson County, to the late Carson Clinton Harris and the late Jimmie Walker Daniel. 23, at First Baptist Church. Williams, age 32, of Thomaston, died Monday, Dec. 27, 2024, at Upson Regional Medical Center. 31, 1936, to the late Mr. He was a member of Pleasant Grove A. Johnson, Sr. Jones. 9 throughout high school. Willie B. Kimberly was born Aug. 30286. Glenda Sue Estes, age 81, of Meansville, died Wednesday, Nov. Earnest James Taylor was born July 9, 1955, in Upson County, to the late Benjamin G. Weason's wishes to be cremated and to have a private family memorial service. Funeral services will be held Thursday, May 26, at 1 p. English was born Sept. Derrick Keeter officiating. Melvin "Buddy" Wayne Trotter, Jr. Public services were held Monday, Nov. White was born Sept. at the Upson County Civic Center, located at 101 Civic Center Drive in Thomaston. Hadley was born April 20, 1948, in Coweta County, to the late Clifford Byron Hadley and the late Phyllis Elaine Williams Hadley. At an early age, she joined Macedonia Baptist Church under the leadership of the late Pastor R. Potitong about a new intensive care unit at Upson County Hospital, and that they needed an experienced physician to manage it. She is survived by her husband, Tim Taylor; sons, Tyler House and his wife Kenia and son Caden, and Miles House and his wife Kelly and daughters Ella and Lila; siblings, Melinda Barnes, Merry Stewart, Rob Maxwell, and Melissa Reybold; and many nieces and Frederick Bernard Durham, 61, was arrested in Atlanta Saturday afternoon and later charged with the murder of 56-year-old Margaret Dubignon, whose body was found in her Northside apartment by family He is survived by one son, London Aziz Carthon, and his mother, Jonichia Lopez of Macon; his parents, Mr. He loved the outdoors, especially duck hunting. 6, 2023. 15, 2025, at her home. 10, 2023, at Upson Regional Medical Center. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Mary Gladys Hack Gilstrap; their son, the Rev. Patricia was a member of Remnant Kingdom Fellowship of Athens, Tenn. Memorial Chapel. Traylor, Jr. Bruce was born on September 23, 1952, in Greenville, South Carolina, to the late Coy browse over 20 Upson County and Thomaston, Georgia obituary indexes, including newspaper obituaries, death indexes, funeral home obituaries. 30, 1935, in Upson County to the late Thomas Haygood and Eva Carter Chambley. Willie James Walker, age 72, of Raines Street, passed Tuesday, Jan. during high school and worked there in the facilities department for 16 years. He was formerly employed by Thomaston Mills. Bethke’s family by visiting the Coggins Funeral Home website at cogginsfuneralhome. Funeral services were held Sunday, Dec. She was given the name “Eat Eat. Bunn was born on November 8, 1994 in Mr. 21, 1935, in Thomaston, to the late Oscar Cranford and the late Frances Hickman Hammock. Mary is survived by her sons, Greg (Anne) McClain of Lillington, N. 13, 2025, at Providence Nursing Home. Hammock, age 80, of Thomaston, died Thursday, Jan. Ann Lu Palmer Blevins, age 84, of Thomaston, passed away Jan. Martha Raines Dawson Ellerbee, age 89, of Thomaston, died Saturday, Dec. Mrs. Javion Carthon of Mrs. Leslie Grant King passed away Tuesday, May 17, 2022. He was a 1993 graduate of the first graduating class of Upson-Lee High School. 16, 2025, at his residence in Thomaston, with his beloved daughters by his side. M. 9, 2024, at Riverside Health and Rehabilitation. Danny Dozier Brown, age 78, of Thomaston, passed away Sunday, Nov. Our Story Our Staff Thomaston Location Our Calendar Crystal Hill Cemetery Merchandise Plan Ahead In loving memory of Ellene Noell Cook, who passed away peacefully, Dec. Evelyn accepted Jesus Christ at an early age, and joined Welcome Grove Baptist Church in Thomaston, where she served as a deaconess. , to the late Clinton J. E. 8, 1939, in Thomaston, Upson County, to the parentage of the late Mr. Marie Rose. He was a long-time member of Blue Ridge Amateur Radio Society, and he enjoyed singing in the Piedmont Men’s Chorale. Find compassionate support for your end-of-life planning needs. Lola Wilson Smith, in Thomaston, Upson County. 2, 2024. 27, 2022 at Upson Regional Medical Center. Saturday, Jan. Martin’s family by visiting the Coggins Funeral Home website at cogginsfuneralhome. Henry Otis Daniel, age 77, of Thomaston, died Sunday, Feb. Weason’s family by visiting the Coggins Funeral Home website at cogginsfuneralhome. Jonterius Raines of Thomaston; two grandchildren, Khylan Alsobrooks and Icelyn Parks; two sisters, Mrs. 16, 2025, at his residence. . O. Kim attended school in the Upson County School System. She is survived by three children, Mr. Tony Lee Waldrop, formerly of Thomaston, passed away Tuesday morning, Jan. Marion Ellis Worthy was born Feb. He was born March 2, 1949, to Rachel and Eli Culverhouse and spent his childhood in Thomaston, where he was known for his warm, funny personality, and musical talents. She was a devoted Jehovah's Witness. Billie Joyce Pitts McKissick, age 86, of Thomaston, died Tuesday, Dec. Keith Alsobrooks, Jr. Holloway was educated in the public schools of Upson County and attended Drake High School. 14, 2025. , age 70, of Pickard Place in Thomaston, passed away Thursday, Jan. James Nolan "Jimmy" Waddell, age 79, of Thomaston, died Tuesday, Oct. 31, 1973, to the beloved union of Daniel and the late Dorothy Mann in Thomaston. 7, 2025, at Upson Regional Medical Center. She returned to Thomaston March 19, 2006, and joined Fellowship Baptist Church. 10, 2024. , went home to be with Jesus, Feb. 17, at 3 p. 4. Lillie Bell Johnson, age 92, of Wiley Street, passed Thursday, Oct. Dallas, Dr. 27, 2025, at Eternal Hope Hospice in Griffin. 5, 1978, in Griffin, to Duane and Pam Shumate Kellett. Harris was educated in the public schools of Upson County. Entombment followed in Upson Memorial Gardens. Thompson was born on Dec. She told Dr. L. She was an honor graduate who maintained all As and a GPA of 3. Coggins Funeral Home in Thomaston had the privilege of being Mrs. Skyler Kayelin Webb Bunn, age 28, of Thomaston, died Friday, May 26, 2023, at Upson Regional Medical Center. Funeral services for Mrs. She is survived by one daughter, Melissa Cheeks; three grandchildren, Shelton Cheeks, Xavier Nubine, and Rachel Cheeks; one sister, Lara Castille; and other relatives and friends. , age 80, of Beverly Drive, passed on Monday, Nov. Potitong accepted the position and the whole family moved to Thomaston in 1973. Brown was born Aug. Angela "Gigi" Guined, age 56, of Yatesville, died Friday, Oct. Tanysia excelled in academics. Cathryn Wilson Anderson, age 86, of Thomaston, died Saturday, Nov. He was dedicated to his family and his friends. 6, 2024, at Upson Regional Medical Center. 20, 1959, to parents Rev. Leslie Arnold Boyt passed away Thursday, Nov. Gary J. Evelyn Smith White was born Oct. She was formerly employed by Martha Mill Textiles for more than 10 years. Kathleen "Kat" Haygood Blackmon, age 89, of Thomaston, died Saturday, Feb. He passed away peacefully Sunday, Feb. Matthew was a member of Bethel Church in Butler. 25; Suspect Escapes After United Bank Robbery; Mayor Pro-Tem Doug Head Resigns After 21 Years; Roundabout Traffic Shift Starts Monday; School Board to Vote on HB 581 Monday; Knights Defeat Grangers, 65-54; Residents Oppose High-End Development; BOC: Ellington Issues Plea to Revisit Zoning Depending on weather conditions and roadway safety, delivery of The Upson Beacon may be delayed this week. She was survived by her mother, Ms. She was a graduate of Upson-Lee High School. 18, 2024. until the funeral hour. Robert Dickey of Musella has announced that he will run for re-election to serve District 134, which includes all of Upson and Crawford Counties, along with Dickey to Run for State House District 134 | News | upsonbeacon. Send flowers, find service dates or offer condolences for the lives we have lost in Upson County, Georgia. Latest News Legal Notices Printed February 26, 2025; Jonathon C. Spoon was born Oct. Thomaston Police Department is investigating a reported murder-suicide on Avenue L which claimed the lives of a Thomaston man and Concord woman Sunday night, according to Chief Mike Richardson. Waddell and the late Nellie Irene Peugh Waddell. She retired from William Carter Company after 34 years and was a member of New Hope Baptist Church and attended Clark’s Chapel Baptist Church. Donald Nelson Gossett, affectionately known to friends and family as "Don," was born June 30, 1942, in Atlanta. 18, 2025, at her residence. 22, in the chapel of Fletcher-Day Funeral Home. You may sign the online guest book and share your own special thoughts with Mr. Bunn was born on November 8, 1994 in Thomaston Ga, to Chad Webb and Kaye Watkins Webb. Funeral services were held Saturday, Aug. Thomas "Junior" and Ruth Waldrop. died Saturday, January 11, 2025, at Upson Regional Medical Center. 4, 2025, Johnathan transitioned from earth to Heaven in Warner Robins. Thompson, Sr. Douglas was born Aug. Debbie was born in LaGrange, April 19, 1951, and was the only child of her parents, Alfred Donald and Fairy Phillips Elder. She retired from Thomaston Mills. Coggins Funeral Home in Thomaston has the privilege of Dee was preceded in death by her father, Robert B. You may sign the online guest book and share your own special thoughts with Mrs. com . Matthew was born Oct. 18, 1957, in Columbus, to the late Frederick Eugene Montgomery and the late Doris Marshall Montgomery. The family received friends at the church Monday from 10 a. Greg Carthon of Thomaston and Mrs. , to the late Harold E. Bunn was a member of Northside Baptist Father Thomas Zahuta officiated, and interment followed in Upson Memorial Gardens. 10 at her residence. com. Cecil Lamar Hadley, age 76, of Thomaston, died Friday, Dec. Clarence Austin Davis, age 74, of Butler, died Monday, Feb. m. 27, 1950, in Thomaston, to the late Ira "Bud" Davis and the late Betty Jean Taunton Davis. Kenneth Raines and Mr. Visit our obituary page to view recent services at our funeral home in Thomaston, GA. Be Sure To Subscribe To The Upson Beacon For Complete News Coverage! View Recent Obituaries for Coggins Funeral Home. Culverhouse, a devoted husband, loving father, and proud grandfather, passed away peacefully on Monday, Feb. Michael Edward Douglas, age 59, of Thomaston, died Friday, Sept. Glenn A. William Gerald Bruce, age 71, of Cannon, Georgia died Monday, September 16, 2024, at Upson Regional Medical Center. 21, 1942, in Upson County, to the late W. William Kenneth "Ken" Thomas, age 67, of Thomaston, died Saturday, Jan. and Bill (Debbie) McClain of Thomaston, Ga. Geraldine (Emanuel) Ivey of Roberta; two brothers, Mr. As a young adult, she was employed by Thomaston Mills and later Martha Mills. Dr. Ellerbee was born May 28, 1935, in Thomaston, to the late Chester Raines and the late Mary Elizabeth Hortman Raines. Waddell was born on July 31, 1944, in Upson County, to the late Willie G. She then went back to college at Columbus State and earned her teaching certificate in 1999. 27, 1946, in Upson County, to the late Arthur Brown and the late Mary Idella Evans. 2, 2025, at her residence. Ross Rouseau, age 65, of Solomon Street, passed Wednesday, Dec. Ricky Raines; Mr. She was a beloved teacher and friend to many throughout her teaching career. and Mrs. It was Mr. Diana received her CNA license and found employment at Providence Nursing Home and at Riverside Nursing Home. 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