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Alice Frances Armistead Parker, 82, of Barnesville, Georgia, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family. Alice was born on July 27, 1942, in her family home at 908 Thomaston Street in Barnesville, Georgia, to Daniel Ivan Armistead and Nanelle Elizabeth Milner Armistead. A lifelong resident of Barnesville, Alice carried with her a deep love for her hometown and community. She graduated as the Valedictorian of the 1960 class of Gordon Military High School in Ba

Mr. Donald Collins, age 88 of Thomaston, died, Sunday, March 8, 2026 at his residence. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Jack Lincoln Ard, Jr. passed away Thursday, February 26, 2026, after 89 blessed years of life. He passed peacefully in his sleep at home while napping in his favorite recliner. J.L was born April 3, 1936 in Thomaston, GA, the first child of Jack Sr. and Albertina Ard. He graduated from Zebulon High School, Class of 1954 and on February 9, 1955, he enlisted in the Navy. Six months later, on August 6, 1955, he married his high school sweetheart, Dovie Lee Willoughby, in Hern

Mrs. Judith "Lynn" Maddox, age 74 of Yatesville, died Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at Brightmoor Hospice. Mrs. Maddox was born on November 10, 1951, in Thomaston, Georgia to the late William Alvin Mathews and the late Mary Nell Fowler Mathews. She worked at the William Carter Company for 34 years and was a member of Mt. View Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, James L. Maddox Sr., brother Larry Mathews, sisters, Ruth Hope, Hel

Mrs. Vivian English Palmer, age 82, of Concord, passed away March 2, 2026. She was born in Atlanta, GA, daughter of the late Hugh P. English and Dorothy S. Hollingsworth. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Ralph Edward Palmer. She is survived by her children: Chanda Palmer Steele (Wayne), April Palmer Rush, and Tyki Palmer (Teresa); grandchildren: Carter English Steele, Summer Steele Hill (Houston), Spencer Michael Rush, and B

Mr. Ernest "Arcelus" Joiner, age 81, of Reynolds, Georgia, died Monday, March 2,2026 at Upson Regional Medical Center. Mr. Joiner was born on July 22, 1944, in Taylor County, to the late Walter Ernest Joiner and the late Daisy Bryant Joiner. He worked for Taylor County Public Works and was a member of Clark's Chapel Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister, Bonneal Locke. Survivors include his wife, Janice Stevens Joiner, daughter, H

Mr. John Wayne Lowry Sr. age 73 of Thomaston, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2026. Mr. Lowry was born on November 6, 1952, in Thomaston, Georgia to the late Arggie Ree Lowry and the late Mozell Torbert Lewis. He worked as a chicken farmer; he loved blue grass music and was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his grandson, Dayne Lowry. Survivors include his daughters, Tammy (David Berry) Lowry, Kelly Lowr

Mr. Billy Wayne Avery, age 89, of Daphne, Alabama, passed away peacefully at his home on February 27, 2026, surrounded by his family. A celebration of life service will be held on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at 4 p.m., in the chapel of Moody-Daniel Funeral Home. Friends may visit the family on Sunday, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., at the funeral home.

Mr. Willard Anthony “Tony” Montogomery, age 69, of Zebulon, passed away February 26, 2026, at Heritage Inn Health and Rehab in Barnesville. Tony was born in Thomaston. He was a proud veteran of the United States Army. He worked as a maintenance technician at Henry Wood Chevrolet in Thomaston for many years and then for St. Joe Container in Dothan, Alabama. He had a beautiful voice and enjoyed playing his guitar and singing. He was preceded in death by his mother, Alice Montgo

Mr. Dennis Eugene Norton, age 79, of Griffin, Georgia, passed away February 25, 2026. He was born in Porterdale, Georgia, son of the late Thomas Norton and the late Mamie Miller Wilson. Dennis was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps and served in the Vietnam War, where he was awarded the Purple Heart. He worked for the Army and Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) for 35 years before retiring as Logistics Operations Manager. Dennis was an avid golfer and a “Sil

Mr. Neal Edmond Nesbit, age 59, of Columbus, GA, died Saturday, February 21, 2026, at his residence. Graveside memorial services for Mr. Nesbit will be held on Saturday, February 28, at 1:00 PM, in the Norcross City Cemetery, Norcross, GA. The family will receive friends on Thursday evening, February 26, from 5:00 until 7:00 PM, at Fletcher-Day Funeral Home in Thomaston. Mr. Nesbit was born on May 7, 1966, to Harriett Cosey Nesbit and the late Grayle S. Nesbit, Jr. He was a 1

Mrs. Barbara Ann Parrott age 89 of Thomaston, died Friday, February 20, 2026, at her residence. Mrs. Parrott was born on April 8, 1936, in Upson County, Georgia to the late Leland Merrill Elliott and the late Bobbie Lee Holland. She retired from the William Carter Company where she worked in the sewing room for 33 years and was a member of Faith Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Marcelle Aldean Parrott, brothers, Billy Me

Richard Toombs Webb, of Griffin, Georgia, passed peacefully into his heavenly home on February 22, 2026, at the age of 77. Born on April 23, 1948, in Douglasville, Georgia, Richard was the beloved son of Toombs and Mildred Webb. He was a proud Georgian whose roots ran deep in the community where he was raised. Richard was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He is survived by his loving wife, Phyllis “Sunny” York, and by his m

Mrs. Dolores Virginia Owen Brown, age 94 of Thomaston, died Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at her residence. Mrs. Brown was born on November 18, 1931 in Jones County, Georgia to the late Eldus Owen and the late Maggie Louise Hightower. She retired from B.F. Goodrich in the weave shop after 36 years, and was a member of Jones Chapel Church in Woodbury. She was a member of the neighborhood watch and loved to travel. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her hus

Mr. Joseph “Joe” Stansell, age 66, of Pike County, passed away February 18, 2026, at his home. Joe grew up in the Thomaston and Yatesville areas. He was the son of the late Charles Rudolph Stansell, Sr. and the late Joann Jones Stansell. He began working as a logger at the age of 21 and made it his lifelong career. He was known as a dedicated and hardworking man. Joe was an avid outdoorsman, who enjoyed camping, fishing, and looking at property. Along with his parents, he w

Mr. John Q "Johnny" Buffington age 82 of Thomaston, died Thursday, February 19, 2026 at his residence. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Mrs. Shirley G. Graves age 89 of Decatur formerly of Thomaston, died Thursday February 19, 2026 at her daughter's residence. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Ms. Terry Laine Patrick Smith, age 57, of McDonough, went home to be with the Lord on February 16, 2026 after a courageous battle with cancer. She fought with strength, faith and determination through it all. Terry grew up in Barnesville, Georgia. She enjoyed crocheting, gardening, listening to music and watching scary movies. She never met a Dr Pepper she didn’t like. She was strong willed and stubborn, yet her heart was tender and her soul was kind. She was preceded in deat

Mr. Fred Jack Dunn age 79 of Thomaston Ga, died Tuesday February 17, 2026 at Upson Regional Medical Center. Mr. Dunn was born on September 7, 1946 in Meansville Ga, to the late Hoyt Dunn and the late Sara Maddox Dunn. He worked as a Diesel Mechanic for many years and served his country in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Saint Paul (CA-73). In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his brothers Julius Dunn, Hoyt Dunn, James Dunn. Survivors include his wife Mrs. Jean D

Mrs. Gene H. Johnson, age 90, of Thomaston, passed away on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at Brightmoor Nursing Center in Griffin. Born on July 24, 1935, in Griffin, Georgia, Gene enriched the lives of those around her through her unwavering commitment to family, education, and community service. Gene was a proud graduate of R.E. Lee Institute and the University of Tennessee in Knoxville, where she fostered lifelong friendships and connections as an active alumna of the Gamma