Nancy Ann Drake

NANCY ANN DRAKE, AGE 58, of Northwest Congress Street, Summerville, Georgia, passed away Tuesday, August 18, 2020, at her residence. Born in Centre, Alabama on February 16, 1962, She was a daughter of the late Jack Alonzo and Bertha Lee Calloway Rutledge.

Surviving are sons, Corey Drake of North Dakota and Robert Drake of Alabama; sister, Loretta Drake of Summerville; brother, Harold Rutledge of Alabama; Five Grandchildren, several Nieces and Nephews also survive.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Nancy Ann Drake.

Honorable Judge Jon M. Payne

HONORABLE JUDGE JON M. PAYNE, age 71, of Martin Street, Summerville, Georgia, passed away Tuesday, August 18, 2020, in a Rome, Georgia hospital. Born in Memphis, Tennessee on August 22, 1948, He was a son of the late Dr. Willard Marlin Payne and Montyne Brock Payne who survives. Judge Payne was an Eagle Scout, a graduate of Chattooga High School, a Veteran of the U. S. Marines, for several years was a Chattooga County Sheriff’s Deputy, and was elected Chattooga County Probate Judge in 1975 at the age 25 and was the only Probate Judge Chattooga County has known. He was a member of the Church of Christ and member of Alpine Lodge #211, F & AM.

Surviving are His daughter, Marlie Payne; sons and spouse, Patrick Payne and girl friend, Michelle Glass and Chase and Brandee Payne; mother, Montyne Brock Payne; sister and brother-in-law, Marla and Darrell Wise; brother and sister-in-law, Tommy and Sue Payne; grandchildren, Laney Payne, Harper Payne, and Logan Payne; special friend, Teresa Scott; several Nieces and Nephews.

Funeral and interment service was private, Minister Edward Ledford officiating. Active Pallbearers Johnny Bass, Gary McConnell. Quinton Wilson, Lann Cordle, Jim Hill, Mark Schrader, Buddy Hill, and Tracy Maddux, Honorary Pallbearers Becky Duke and officers of the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Department. Military Honors by Shanklin-Attaway American Legion Post #5. In lieu of flowers the family suggests contributions to Cancer Navigators, #255 W. 5th St., Suite #300. Rome, GA.-30165.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for HONORABLE JUDGE JON M. PAYNE.

Mr. Raymond L. (Buddy) Barnes

MR. RAYMOND L. (BUDDY) BARNES, age 73, of Jamestown Road, Menlo, Georgia, passed away Thursday afternoon, August 13, 2020, in a Rome hospital. He was born in Summerville, Georgia on May 3, 1947, a son of the late Raymond Wood Barnes and Otha Mae Boyd Barnes. Mr. Barnes was a member and Deacon of Chesterfield Baptist Church, and a Veteran of the U. S. Army serving in Germany during the Vietnam conflict. In addition to Parents, He was preceded in death by father-in-law and mother-in-law the late Roy Cavin and Frances Cavin.

Surviving are His wife, Katie Cavin Barnes; son and daughter-in-law, Jeff and Chris Barnes; grandson, Jaden Barnes; daughter, Becky Barnes, step grandchildren, Brian Wimbley and Alex Wimbley; brother and sister-in-law, Ralph and June Barnes; several Brothers-in Law and Sisters-in-Law, Nieces and Nephews also survive.

Private Funeral and Interment service will be held Sunday, at Graveside in Ami Cemetery, with Rev. Steve Bishop and Rev. Dewey Blalock officiating. Active Pallbearers Gene Gazaway, Rodney Wooton, Jamie Cavin, Jason Jarrett, Charles- Dykes, Thomas Flood, and David Hall; Honorary Pallbearers Earl Bramlett, Carlton “Sonny” Reynolds, Tommy Turkett, Leo Bridges, Buddy Gentry, Buck Leath. Flowers are appreciated or contributions may be made to the Chesterfield Baptist Church Building Fund.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mr. Raymond L. (Buddy) Barnes.

Mrs. Sandra Faye Howard

MRS. SANDRA FAYE HOWARD, age 78, of Plainville, Georgia, formerly of Summerville, passed away Tuesday evening, August 4, 2020, in a Rome hospital. She was born in Summerville, Georgia on April 30, 1942, a daughter of the late William Cody and Fata Lorine Ellenburg Padgett. She was Church of God by Faith and for many years was bakery/deli manager for Publix. In addition to Parents She was preceded in death by her husband, the late Bobby F. Howard, and children, the late Bruce, Mandy, and Brad Carroll, sister, Lynda McAuthur, and special cousin, Clarice Sprayberry Prince.

Surviving are Her son, David (Regina) Carroll of Plainville; grandchildren, Nicole Carroll (Jason Pye), Brandon Carroll, Breanna (Joey) Saxon all of Millen, GA., Jason (Sara) Carroll of Commerce, Brent (Nicole) Carroll of Ball Ground, and Bently Carroll of Matthews; Nine Great Grandchildren; brother-in-law, Bennie McArthur of Marietta; several Nieces and Nephews.

Funeral and interment service will be held Saturday, August 8th, at 1:00 P.M. in Summerville Cemetery, with Pastor Andy Hutchens officiating. The Family receiving friends from 12:30 til 1 P.M. Saturday at graveside; social distancing and face coverings are appreciated. Active Pallbearers Brandon Carroll, Brent Carroll, Jason Carroll, Jason Pye, Joey Saxon, and Dillan Crews.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge.

Mr. Guinn Hankins

MR. GUINN HANKINS, age 71, of Cedar Bluff, Alabama, formerly of Summerville, Georgia, passed away Sunday afternoon, August 2, 2020, at his residence. Born in LaFayette, Georgia, He was a son of the late J. T. and Eleanor Thomas Hankins. Mr. Hankins was a self-employed Contractor, owned and operated H. & H. Construction Company and H. & H. Rentals. He was a member of South Summerville Baptist Church, a former City of Summerville Councilman, and former President of the Chattooga Athletic Boosters Club. Mr. Hawkins was predeceased by his wife of 46 years Barbara Maples Hankins and brother, Tommy Hankins.

Surviving are daughter and spouse, Patti and Charlie Jarrett; son and spouse, Adam and Melissa Hankins; grandchildren, Jered Nelson, Karlie & Dillon Worley, Bailey Hankins, Jake Jarrett, Noah Hankins, Emme Hankins, Angelena Fiorito, Madi Martin,; great grandson-Hudson Bruce Worley.

Private Memorial service will be held Saturday, August 8th, in Summerville Cemetery with Pastor Tom Russell officiating. In lieu of flowers, the Family suggests contributions to the Chattooga Athletic Boosters Club.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mr. Guinn Hankins who died Sunday.