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Mr. Martin Dallas "Marty" Teal age 58 of Thomaston Ga, passed away Saturday January 31, 2026 at Providence Health and Rehab. Known for his sharp wit, warm smile, and unmatched gift for storytelling, he brought laughter, comfort, and connection to everyone who knew him. Marty was a 1985 graduate of R.E. Lee Institute. He is preceded in death by his mother, Reba Roberts Phillips, most recently, by his sister , Laquita Teal Hudson and his son, whom died at birth, Austin Lee Teal

Mr. Kenneth "Kenny" Ray Gulledge age 71 of Thomaston Ga, died Friday January 30, 2026 at Upson Regional Medical Center.  Mr. Gulledge was born on April 6, 1954 in Thomaston Ga, to the late Ray Horace Gulledge and the late Carol Ruffin Gulledge. He worked for the United States Postal Service for many years as a Postman. Mr. Gulledge was a member of Mountain View Baptist Church. Survivors include his brother Mr. Gary (Darlene) Gulledge of Thomaston Ga, nephews Noah (Candy) Gull

Mrs. Shirley Teal Lindsey, age 89, of Thomaston, died Thursday, January 29, 2026, at Riverside Health and Rehab.  Funeral services for Mrs. Lindsey will be held on Sunday, February 1, at 3:00 PM, in the chapel of Fletcher-Day Funeral Home. Rev. Joey Smith will officiate, and interment will follow in South View Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Sunday afternoon from 2:00 until the funeral hour. Mrs. Lindsey was born at The Rock, GA, on December 11,

Mr Shawn Eric Scott, also known as “Hollywood”, age 58, of Thomaston, passed away January 15, 2026, at home surrounded by his family.  He was born in Denver, Colorado, son of the late Jack Junior Scott and the late Betty McLemore Scott. Shawn was a Pressroom Operator at Quad/Graphics in Thomaston for many years.   He enjoyed riding his Harley, fishing and hunting. He was preceded in death by a sister, Penny McCall and a nephew Justin McCall.  He is survived by his daughter: M

Mrs. Francine Kendle McDougall Rafferty, age 65, of Sharpsburg, passed away on January 24, 2026. Franny was born in Charleston, South Carolina, one of eight children born to the late Peter John McDougall and May Gloria Dickerson McDougall. During her childhood, her father served in the United States Navy, and Franny grew up moving with her family wherever his service took them. Franny was a loving and devoted wife, mother, Nan, and great-Nannie. Her family was her greatest jo

Mr. Roger Eugene Cook, age 68, of Molena, died Saturday, January 24, 2026, at Upson Regional Medical Center. Mr. Cook was born August 5, 1957, in Boone County, W. VA., to the late Paul Eugene and Beulah Gibson Cook. Mr. Cook served in the United States Marine Corps for six years and retired as a Coal Miner in W. VA after 32 years. He attended Mountainview Baptist Church, a true outdoorsman who loved to hunt. More than that, he loved his wife, his family, and especially his gr

​ Mrs. Patricia Weems Coe, age 71, of Woodbury, died Sunday, January 25, 2026, at her residence. Mrs. Coe was born on December 31, 1954, in Upson County, Georgia to the late Allen Franklin "Jack" Weems, and the late Ruby Scott Weems.  She retired as a teacher after 30 years in the Upson County School System and was a member of Cedar Rock Baptist Church in Woodbury.  In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Steve Weems. Survivors include her husband

Dorothy Jean “Dottie” Eldridge, age 79, of Barnesville, passed away January 16, 2026. Dottie grew up in Yatesville, daughter of the late Colby W. Eldridge, Sr. and the late Mattie Stallings Eldridge. After graduating from Yatesville High School in 1964, she attended Airline School and obtained the job of her dreams at Eastern Airlines where she worked in several capacities including instructor roles. She worked for Eastern until they closed in 1991. She then moved to SITA whe

Mrs. Mary Velma Fuss Mahaffey, age 98, of Williamson, passed away January 21, 2026, at home surrounded by her family. She was the youngest of 13 children born to the late Henry Bass Fuss and the late Nettie Pearl Kittrell Fuss of Atlanta. She and her husband, Bill, raised their family in Fayetteville.  For many years, Mary was the secretary at First Baptist Church in Fayetteville and then drove a school bus for the Fayette County School System.   Mary had been a cancer surviv

Mr. Charles “Chuck” Kale Dorris, age 50, of Thomaston, passed away January 17, 2026. Chuck grew up in Thomaston where he enjoyed fishing and riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle. He was currently an autobody repairman for Cahaba Collision in Griffin, where he had been working for several years.   Chuck was preceded in death by his father, Dan Pescopous. He is survived by his twin daughters: Shayla Dorris and Shana Dorris; mother: Pauline Hartness; sisters: Lynn Bridge and Ke

Mrs. Gloria Sandefur age 75 of Thomaston, died Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at Heritage Inn of Barnesville.  Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Mrs. Rachel Hammock age 80 of Thomaston, died Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at Brightmoor Hospice.  Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Mr. Dennis "Bird" William Thrasher age 70 of Thomaston Ga, died Tuesday January 20, 2026, at Riverside Health and Rehab.  Mr. Thrasher was born on July 16, 1955, in Thomaston, Georgia to the late Angus Bubba Thrasher and the late Betty Jean Gleaton Thrasher. He was an R.E. Lee graduate of 1973 where he was the manager of the football team.  He retired from Quad Graphics after 31 years, was an avid musician, and golfer.  He loved Parrot Head, his band Trigger, the Atlanta Brav

Mr. Robert "RL" Lee Patrick age 82, of Thomaston, died Monday, January 19, 2026, at Harborview Health and Rehab. Mr. Patrick was born on May 25, 1943, in Upson County, Georgia to the late James Patrick and the late Lois Rogers Patrick.  He served his country in the U.S. Navy and owned and operated Patrick Trucking. He was a member of Mt. View Baptist Church.  In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Faye Scruggs Patrick, brother, James Edward Patrick,

Alfred Levone Shepard was born on October 20, 1935, in Lanett, Alabama, to the late Jim and Lynnie Thompson Shepard, and was the youngest of five brothers and sisters.  He was raised in Thomaston, Georgia, where he developed the strong work ethic, patriotism, and hands-on skills that defined his life. Alfred entered into eternal rest on January 18, 2026. He attended R. E. Lee High School, where he was an active member of the ROTC. After graduating in 1954, Alfred proudly enli

Mrs. Geneva "Doll" Salter Harrison age 91 of Thomaston Ga, died Friday January 16, 2026 at Providence Health and Rehab.  Mrs. Harrison was born on September 2, 1934 in Thomaston Ga, to the late J.T. Salter and the late Ethel Presley Salter. She worked for Upson Regional Medical Center in Security for many years. Mrs. Harrison was a member of Thomaston First Free Will Baptist Church. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband William Henry Harrison and

Donald Ray Hanson, 85, passed away peacefully at his home on January 14, 2026, surrounded by his family. Donald was born on July 24, 1940, in Thomaston, GA.  Donald was raised in a small mill village called Silvertown which later became the modern day Thomaston. He attended school in Thomaston, GA where he met his childhood sweetheart and wife of 65 years, Claudette Duncan Hanson in the first grade. He graduated from R.E. Lee High School in 1959. After graduation, Donald marr

Mrs. Gloria Dawn Ivie Russell, age 57, of Thomaston, died Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at her residence. Memorial services for Mrs. Russell will be held on Saturday, January 17, at 11:00 AM in the chapel of Fletcher-Day Funeral Home, followed by a private family inurnment in Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday morning from 10:00 until the service hour. Mrs. Russell was born on August 10, 1968, in Thomaston, GA. She was a 1987 gr

Cassie LeAnn Garner, age 38 of Lake Park, Georgia, died Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at her residence. Cassie was born on October 7, 1987, in Milledgeville, Georgia to the late Robert Anthony Fowler, and Pam Tidwell Bloodworth.  She was a member of Northside Christian Church.  She is preceded in death by her father. Survivors include her mother Pam (Jeff) Bloodworth of Thomaston, fiancé, Johnnie Kidd of Lake Park, son, Zachary Kidd of Lake Park, brother Nay Nay (Savannah) Blo

Mrs. Rebecca “Becky” Ann Smith Reese, age 85, of Zebulon, passed away peacefully at her home on January 13, 2026. Becky spent her childhood in Zebulon and later moved to Ellenwood after marrying Marvin Reese. They made their home there for many years before returning to Zebulon in 1991. At the age of 12, Becky was baptized at New Hope Baptist Church in Zebulon. She later attended Victory Temple in Jonesboro and remained strong in her faith throughout her life. In her early wo