BUSBY

MR. JOHN WESLEY BUSBY, age 70, of Scott Hill, Summerville, Georgia, passed away December 21, 2021 in the local Nursing Home. A native of Seabring, Florida, He was born to the late A. W. and Evelyn Paxton Busby on March 30, 1951. He was Baptist by Faith, retired journeyman millwright, a Mason, and Shriner.

Surviving are His wife, Peggy Busby; daughter, Joni (Chris) Mills; sons, Danny (Shelly) Scruggs and Alex Busby; grandchildren, Naomi Scruggs and Taylor Scruggs; sister, Beth Ross; several Nieces and Nephews also survive.

A Memorial service will be held Monday, January 3rd, at 3:00 P.M. from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with Pastor Russ Blackwell officiating.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

HAMBY

Mrs. Patricia Kaye Hamby, 79, of Summerville, passed away at her residence on Tuesday, December 14, 2021. She was born on May 22, 1942, daughter of the late Allen and Grace Owens Mahle. She was a member of the Menlo United Methodist Church and Owner/Operator of Country Crossroads Antiques. In addition to Parents She was preceded in death by a brother, the late Eddie Mahle.

Surviving are Her husband, Jerry Wayne Hamby; sons, Lee (Susan) Hamby and Lyn Hamby; grandchildren, Callan Hamby of Dunwoody, Georgia and Emma Hamby; brother, Roger Mahle of LaFayette; sister Judy Hall of Douglas, Georgia; special nieces, Beth Wilson and Susan Hegwood; several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, December 16th, from the Chapel at Camp Hamby with Rev. Jody Brock and Rev. David Autry officiating, interment in Garrett Cemetery. Active Pallbearers Gary Daniels, Chase Hegwood, Mark Hogg, Colby Large, Kevin Scoggins, Darren Mitchell, Dwight Morgan, and Kelly Stokes; Honorary Pallbearers Members of Menlo Methodist Church, and special Nieces Susan Hegwood and Beth Wilson. Visitation will be Thursday from 11 AM til 1 PM at the Chapel at Camp Hamby. Flowers are appreciated or contributions may be made to Camp Hamby.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mrs. Patricia-Kaye Hamby who passed away Tuesday.

BROWN

MR. KENNETH WADE BROWN, age 75, of Greeson Street, Summerville, Georgia passed away Saturday evening, December 11, 2021, at his residence, following an extended illness. A native of Jackson County, Alabama, He was born to the late Thomas Jasper and Virginia Suggs Brown on April 19, 1946; he was a Logger by trade.

Surviving are His children, James Brown, Chrystal Brown, Sandra Brown, and Wade Brown; sister, Clarice Keith; seven Grandchildren; Nieces and Nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 14th, at 11:00 A.M. from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home, with Minister Hugh Glaze officiating, interment in Friendship Cemetery. Active Pallbearers Edward Sills, Wade Brown, Sebastian Brown, Nick Brown, Erick Thornhill, and D. L. Morris. The Family will receive friends Monday from 6 until 8 P.M. at the Funeral Home.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mr. Kenneth Wade Brown who passed away Saturday evening.

HOVANEC

John William Hovanec, 78, of Summerville GA passed away 11/23/2021. John was born to John & Bessie (Crowe) Hovanec 09/16/1943 in Pittsburgh PA and grew up in Atlanta, GA. He graduated from Murphy High School, served in the US Army then graduated from Dekalb Junior College and attended ABAC (Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College in Tifton GA).

He is survived by Ruth H. Neal (David), Joyce H. Jones (Randy) and brothers, James T. Hovanec (Sally), and George R. Hovanec (Theresa) many Nieces and Nephews and cousins. A memorial will be determined in the future.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

REECE

MR. ROBERT L. “SONNY” REECE, age 81, of Congress Street, Summerville, Georgia, passed away Thursday afternoon, December 2, 2021, in a Rome hospital, following a brief illness. Born in Fort Payne, Alabama on March 10, 1940, He was a son of the late John Lee and Edith Odell Owens Reece. Sonny was an excellent painter by trade and an exceptional musician. He was a member of the United Christian Fellowship. In addition to Parents, He was preceded in death by a brother, the late Billy Reece.

Surviving are His wife, Linda Blake Reece; daughter, Marty (Jimmy) Lowery; son, Robert B. Reece;

Susan Reece; grandchildren, Cory (Jessica) Reece, and Mackenzie Reece; great granddaughter, Briley Reece; great grandson, Easton Reece; sister, Linda (Cort) Alford; several Nieces and Nephews also survive.

Memorial service will be held Tuesday, December 7th, at 1:00 P.M. from the United Christian Fellowship with Pastor Gary Howell officiating, inurnment in Liberty Hill Cemetery. The Family respectfully request no food and no flowers, suggest contributions to the United Christian Fellowship, Summerville, Georgia, in memory of Sonny.

Earle Rainwater in charge of arrangements for MR. ROBERT L. “SONNY” REECE, who passed away Thursday.

Mrs. Shirley Ann Moore Willingham

MRS. SHIRLEY ANN MOORE WILLINGHAM, age 84, of Fish Hatchery Road, Summerville, Georgia, passed away Thursday afternoon, December 2, 2021, at her residence. She was born in Cedartown, Georgia on April 21, 1937, a daughter of the late Lonnie Britton Moore and Harriet Katherine Adams Moore. Mrs. Willingham was a Loving Mother, Grandmother, and Great Grandmother; was an avid golfer and former member of Trion Golf Club. She was member of Summerville First Baptist Church, the Fidelis Sunday School Class, and the Joy Club of the Church. Mrs. Willingham was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, the late Babe Lee Willingham and a son, the late Stan Willingham.

Surviving are Her children, Lee Ann (Bobby) Mitchell, Fran (Tom) Jones, and Britt (Jan) Willingham; grandchildren, Katie Thomas, Lee Mitchell, Russ Mitchell, Keri Beth Jones, Melissa Milam, Adam Willingham, Tori Willingham, and Amos Willingham; also Thirteen Great Grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, December 4th, at 12:00 Noon from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with Pastor Adam Colston officiating, interment in Greenhills Memory Garden. Active Pallbearers, Grandsons and Great Grandsons, Lee Mitchell, Russ Mitchell, Logan Couch, Reed Couch, Adam Willingham, and Amos Willingham; Honorary Pallbearers, Her Loving Caregivers, Connie Barnes, Melinda Clark, Annette Podschelne, Tonya Dawson, Shirley Bowers, and Heyman Hospice. The Family will receive friends at the Funeral Home Saturday from 10 A.M. until 12 Noon.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for MRS SHIRLEY ANN MOORE WILLINGHAM, who passed away Thursday.

WELLS

MRS. ANGELA RAE WELLS, age 45, of Race Horse Drive, Summerville, Georgia, passed away Monday, November 29,  2021, at her residence following an extended illness. She was born June 23, 1976 in Miami, Florida to Terry and Lucille Letourneau Adams who survive. Mrs. Wells was a Trion High School Graduate, received her Bachelors Degree from Shorter University, Masters Degree from Walden University, and Specialist Degree from Lincoln Memorial University. She has taught at Trion Middle School for the past 25 years.

Surviving are husband, Philip Wells; daughter, Christian Wells; son, Jace Wells; parents, Terry Adams and Lucille Adams; sister, Barda (Travis) Swinford; several Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, and Nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, December 2nd, at 3:00 P.M. from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with Rev. Terry Hampton officiating, interment in West Hill Cemetery. Active Pallbearers Travis Swinford, Darrell Wheat, Terry Ray, John Wells, David Wells, and Mickey Floyd. The Family will receive friends Wednesday from 6 until 8 P.M. at the Funeral Home.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mrs. Angela Rae Wells who passed away Monday.

Honorable Sewell Preston Cash

 HONORABLE SEWELL PRESTON CASH, age 91, of East Teloga Road, Summerville, Georgia, passed away Sunday morning, November 28, 2021, at his residence. A native Chattooga Countian, he was born to the late Alfred A. (Shorty) and Arrie Dendy Cash on October 24, 1930. He was retired from General Electric in Rome. Mr. Cash was preceded in death by his wife, the late Betty Jean Cash on July 8, 2013, sisters, the late Betty Faye McGinnis and the late Harriett Carroll; brother, the late Jack Cash.

Mr. Cash was a star player for the Summerville High School 1950 Basketball State Champions and was drafted into the St. Louis Cardinal Baseball Organization for a period of time. He was a Veteran of the Korean Conflict serving as a Corporal in the U. S. Army, 43rd Infantry Division from 1951-1953. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed spending time with his family. Mr. Cash was a Youth League Coach in the Summerville Recreation Department. Mr. Cash was the founding Director of the Chattooga County Veterans Memorial Park Committee. Mr. Cash was a 63-year member of the American Legion Post 129, VFW Post 6688, and a 23-year member of Sons of American Legion Squadron 129. Mr. Cash was a member of the City of Summerville City Council from January 1, 1972 to December 31, 1977, and he was Mayor of the City of Summerville from January 1, 1978 to December 31, 1997.

Surviving are daughter and son-in-law, Keitha and Doug Shamblin; sons and daughters-in-law, Preston and Lori Cash and Michael and Terry Tucker. Granddaughters Tonya (Kevin) Woods, Michelle (David Glenn, Sr.; Grandson, Douglas (Beverly) Shamblin; Great Grandchildren, Brianna (Tyler) Chastain, Billy Woods, Ben Woods, Mason Shamblin, Cole Shamblin, Kiley May Glenn, David Glenn, Jr.; Great Great Granddaughter Georgia Kate Chastain.

Funeral services will be held Graveside at the Summerville Cemetery on Wednesday, December 1st, at 3:30 P.M. with Pastors Andy Hutchins, Kevin Woods, and Tyler Chastain officiating. Active Pallbearers are Douglas Shamblin, Billy Woods, Ben Woods, Mason Shamblin, and David Glenn, Jr.; Honorary Pallbearers are Jimmy Woodard, Pete Denson, Members of the Original Liar’s Table at Jim’s Restaurant, Members of American Legion Post 129, Members of VFW Post 6688, Members of Sons of American Legion Squadron 129, Members of Trion Golf Course, Tapestry Hospice Staff Leigha Hayes Byars and Sharon Hughes. In Lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Chattooga County Shrine Club c/o Chattooga County Shrine Club, Summerville, GA 30747 or the Chattooga County Veterans Memorial Park at 818 Memorial Drive, Summerville, GA 30747, in Memory of Sewell P. Cash. A guest register is available at the Funeral Home.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Honorable Sewell Preston Cash.

ALLEN

MS. BARBARA ALLEN, age 79, of Summerville, Georgia, passed away Sunday morning, November 28, 2021, in a LaFayette Nursing Home. She was born on April 3, 1942 to the late Troy and Allie Lois Walker Wright.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, November 30th, at 11:00 A.M. from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home, interment in West Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday from 10 until 11 A.M. at the Funeral Home.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

DOOLEY

MRS. BETTY JO SMITH DOOLEY, age 88, of Hair Lake Road, Summerville, Georgia passed away Friday morning, November 26, 2021, in a Rome hospital. A native Chattooga Countian, She was born to the late James Stone Teague and the late Jessie Estel Ray Teague on June 11, 1933. She was a retired sales person from Richie’s Department Store. Mrs. Dooley was preceded in death by her husbands, the late Milton Smith and the late Rev. Sidney Dooley. She was a member of New Antioch Baptist Church.

Surviving are daughter & sons-in-law, Tonya & Danny Pierce & Steve Blalock; sons & daughters-in-law, Milton & Mary Lou Smith, Harrison & Darlene Smith, Terry & Beth Dooley, Danny & Sandra Dooley, and Leon & Charlotte Dooley; special niece, Elaine DeBerry; special nephew, Lamar Smith; twenty-seven Grandchildren and a host of Great Grandchildren, Nieces, and Nephews.

Funeral services will be held Sunday, November 28th, at 3:00 P.M. from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with Pastor Terry Roberson officiating, interment in West Hill Cemetery. Active Pallbearers Ryan Trapp, Scotty Trapp, Matt Shadrick, Kevin Smith, Joshua Wilson, and Landon Wilson; Honorary Pallbearers Members of New Antioch Baptist Church. The Family will receive friends Sunday from 2 until 3 P.M. at the Funeral Home.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mrs. Betty Jo Smith Dooley who passed away Friday.

SANDERS

MS. DEBBIE PLEDGER SANDERS, age 73, of Summerville, Georgia, passed away November 14, 2021, at her residence. A native of Summerville, Georgia, She was born to the late Fay and Mildred Copeland Pledger on July 27, 1948; she was a property Manager.

Surviving are Her brother, Col. Jack Pledger of Illinois; several Cousins also survive.

A Celebration of Her Life will be held Saturday, November 27th, from 11 A.M. until 2:00 P.M. at Los Maguey Restaurant in downtown Summerville, with Jeff Alexander officiant; Inurnment in Moseley Cemetery.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

SIFFLES

MR. ROBERT LEON SIFFLES, SR., age 77, of Martin Street, Summerville, Georgia, passed away Thursday, November 11, 2021, at the residence. Born in Chattooga County, Georgia, on June 17, 1944; he was a son of the late Robert (Bob) and Bernice Smith Siffles. Mr. Siffles was a truck driver for Dawson Pulp Wood and attended the Community Holiness Church. In addition to His parents, he was preceded in death by his wife the late Betty Faye Edgeworth Siffles on October 19, 2021, grandson, the late Braiden Fitzpatrick, siblings, the late Margaret Siffles, Geneva Fountain, Billy Siffles, Ray Siffles, Charles Ragan, Terry Ragan, and Hollis Siffles.

Surviving are, daughters and son-in-law, Cindy Renae and Jamie Fitzpatrick, Megan Grace Siffles, and Jane Siffles; son and daughter-in-law, Robert, Jr. and Angela Siffles; grandchildren, Colt & Ansley Siffles, Justin & Asa Fitzpatrick and Salita Siffles; great grandchildren, Kade Lassitter, Chloe Lassitter, Braiden Siffles, Riley Fitzpatrick, Kaylee Fitzpatrick; sisters, Betty Edgeworth, Dorothy Forest, Glenda Green, Linda Wade, Barbara Blackmon; brothers, Jack Siffles, Roger Siffles, Bobby Siffles, and David Ragan; several Nieces and Nephews.

Funeral services will be held Sunday, November 14th, at 4:00 p.m. from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with Pastor Steve Collins officiating, interment in Summerville Cemetery. Active Pallbearers Colt Siffles, Justin Fitzpatrick, Michael Blackmon, Brad Edgeworth, Roger Siffles, and Isiah Siffles. The Family will receive friends Sunday from 2:00 until 4:00 P.M. at the Funeral Home.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mr. Robert Leon Siffles, Sr. who died Thursday.

SIMS

MR. FELTON LEE “SHORTY” SIMS, age 87 of Franklin, Georgia, formerly of Lyerly, passed away Sunday, November 7, 2021, at Southern Regional Medical Center in Riverdale, Georgia. Felton was born on March 27, 1934, in Lyerly, Georgia, a son of the late Willie Lee and Lerla McCutchen Sims. He was a member of Faith Temple Holiness Church in Berryton; most recently attended Emory ChapelMethodist Church in Newman, Georgia. He was retired from Valley Joist Steel Company, Fort Payne, Alabama. In addition to His parents, was preceded in death by his wife Virginia Lee Henry Sims, sisters Clevidale Hawkins, Marvelene Devalt, Christine Gary, and Mary Crane; brothers, Jack West, Fred “Doodle” Sims, Richard “Merdie” Sims, and Alfred “Bob” Sims. Mr. Sims was a strong advocate of education. He had to quit school at a young age in order to help support his family. He always encouraged others to pursue higher education.

Survivors include a daughter, Dr. Sonja Loretta Sims and granddaughter Florinda Sims, whom He loved with all his heart; several Nieces and Nephews also survive.

Funeral service will be held Saturday, November 13th, at 1:00 P.M. from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with Pastor John Mann officiating, interment in Johnson Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday from 11:30 A.M. until 1:00 P.M. at the Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

DANIEL

Mrs. Lillian F. Daniel, 78, of Trion, Georgia passed away Thursday, November 4, 2021. She was born in Floyd County, Georgia on February 25, 1943, a daughter of the late Jessie Lee, Sr. and Leona Webb Shuman. Mrs. Daniel worked in the Bleaching Department of Riegel Textile and was preceded in death by her husband, the late C. L. Daniel, siblings Michael Shuman and Jesse Lamar Shuman, and step mother, Emma Shuman.

Surviving are children, Cynthia Clark, Rhonda (Phil) Stowe, Lisa Parks, Bobby (Karen) Teems, Billy (Becky) Teems, Myra (Danny) Overbay; grandchildren, Seth Clark, Brett Clark, Zev Greenberg, Megan and Courtney Stowe, Loren Stewart, Payton and Jordan Teems, Cody Teems, Elijah Teems, Deanna and Jeremy Overbay, Luke Overbay; several Nieces and Nephews.

Funeral services will be held Sunday (November 7th), at 2:00 P.M. from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with Rev. Sanford Deberry officiating, interment in Greenhills Memory Garden. Active Pallbearers Danny Overbay, Luke Overbay, Jeremy Overbay. Billy Teems, Bobby Teems, Phil Stowe.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

FOUNTAIN

MRS. GENEVA FOUNTAIN, age 75, of Dry Valley Road, Summerville, Georgia passed away Friday, October 29, 2021, at her residence, following a sudden event. A native Chattooga Countian, She was born on January 12, 1946 to the late Robert (Bob) and Bernice Smith Siffles. Mrs. Siffles was Holiness by Faith and was retired from House keeping from Oak View Nursing and Rehab. Center. She was preceded in death by her husband, the late Jessie Lee Fountain on August 12, 2013, sister, the late Margaret Siffles, brothers, the late Billy Siffles, Ray Siffles, Charles Ragan, Terry Ragan, Hollis Siffles.

Surviving are daughters and spouses, Darlene and Phillip Bruce and Patricia and Troy Tapp; son and spouse, Tony and Penny Fountain; sisters, Betty Edgeworth, Dorothy Forest, Glenda Green, Linda Wade, and Barbara Blackmon; brothers, Jack Siffles, Leon Siffles, Roger Siffles, Bobby Siffles, and David Ragan; Six Grandchildren, Seven Great Grandchildren, several Nieces and Nephews.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, November 2nd, at 2:00 P.M. from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with Pastor Stevie Collins officiating, entombment in Greenhills Memory Garden. Active Pallbearers Richard Tapp, Jason Brown, Joseph Wilson, Ray Caldwell, Michael Hall, Russell Green, and Brandon Fountain. The Family will receive friends Tuesday from 12:00 noon until 2:00 P.M. at the Funeral Home.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for MRS. GENEVA FOUNTAIN.

Mr. Bruce Eugene Owens

MR. BRUCE EUGENE OWENS, age 69, of Rock Spring, Georgia, passed away Tuesday, October 25, 2021, at his residence, following a brief illness. Born in Lakeview, Georgia on March 31, 1952, He was a son of the late Hill and Lucille Waters Owens. Mr. Owens was a retired machinist for Roper Corporation and a Veteran of the U. S. Army.

Surviving are His sisters, Thelma McDaniel of Rock Spring and Wilma Bybee of Florida; several Nieces and Nephews.

Graveside service will be held 2:00 P.M. Friday, October 29, 2021, in Little Sand Mountain Cemetery with Rev. Denny Patrick officiating.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Mrs. Doris Bramlett Bowman

MRS. DORIS BRAMLETT BOWMAN, age 87, of Whitley Drive, Summerville, Georgia, passed away Tuesday, October 26, 2021, at her residence. She was born January 22, 1934, at Watson Cross Roads, Alabama, a daughter of the late Grady H. and Tessie Burke Bramlett. A loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend, Doris was a hairdresser since her younger days, then worked as a switchboard operator for Chattooga County Hospital, a job she truly loved. She was one of the most kindhearted, generous, caring women and has missed her lifelong true love and husband, Evan Bowman, who passed away February 12, 2011. Doris would do anything to care for her family; she cooked a delicious Sunday lunch for many years, usually making two and three versions of the same dish to please different family members. She never met a stranger, enjoying conversation with everyone she met. Doris loved her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, looking to Him daily for guidance; she belonged to Calvary Baptist Church all her adult life.

Surviving are daughter, Becky Burns of Rome; sons and daughters-in-law, Randy & Kay Bowman and Tim & Suzann Bowman all of Summerville; grandchildren, Kyle Bowman, Haley Bowman, Kelsey Bowman, Jennifer Rogers, Jacob Bowman, and Will Bowman; Ten Great Grandchildren; several Nieces and Nephews.

Funeral service will be held Saturday, October 30th, at 1:00 p.m. from Greenhills Memory Garden with Pastor Danny Decker officiating.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mrs. Doris Bramlett Bowman who passed away Tuesday.

Mrs. Sharon Denise (Sherry) Morgan

MRS. SHARON DENISE (SHERRY) MORGAN, age 64, of Scoggins Street, Summerville, Georgia, passed away Monday, October 25, 2021, in a Rome hospital. A native of Chattooga County, She was born on December 21, 1956, to Billy Joe and Betty Imogene Atchley Simpson, who survive. Mrs. Morgan was Baptist by Faith and was assistant Manager retired for Family Dollar Store.

Surviving are husband, Gary Morgan; Parents, Billy and Betty Simpson; daughter, Kristie Michelle Morgan; son, Joseph William Morgan.; sister, Lisa Simpson Cordell; brother, Timothy Jason Simpson; Five Grandchildren; several Nieces and Nephews also survive.

Graveside service will be held Wednesday, October 27th, at 2:00 P.M. from the Summerville Cemetery with Pastor Steve Collins officiating; there will be no visitation.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for MRS. SHARON DENISE (SHERRY) MORGAN, who passed away Monday.

SIFFLES

MRS. BETTY FAYE SIFFLES, age 71, of Martin Street, Summerville, Georgia, passed away Tuesday, October 19, 2021, in a Rome hospital. Born in Trion, Georgia, on March 17, 1950; She was a daughter of the late J. C. and Madeline Ledford Edgeworth. Mrs. Siffles was Supervisor for Lookout Mountain Transportation and a member of the Community Holiness Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by grandson, the late Braiden Fitzpatrick and brothers, the late Rev. Paul Edgeworth and the late J. T. Edgeworth.

Surviving are husband, Robert Leon Siffles, Sr.; daughters and son-in-law, Cindy Renae and Jamie Fitzpatrick, Megan Grace Siffles, and Jane Siffles; son and daughter-in-law, Robert, Jr. and Angela Siffles; grandchildren, Colt Siffles, Justin Fitzpatrick and Salita Siffles; great grandchildren, Kade Lassitter, Chloe Lassitter, Braiden Siffles, Riley Fitzpatrick, Kaylee Fitzpatrick; several Nieces and Nephews.

Funeral services will be held Friday, October 22nd, at 2:00 p.m. from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with Pastor Steve Collins officiating, interment in Summerville Cemetery. Active Pallbearers Colt Siffles, Justin Fitzpatrick, Michael Blackmon, Kenny Edgeworth, Brad Edgeworth, and Jamie Fitzpatrick. Honorary Pallbearer Roger Siffles. The Family will receive friends Friday from 12:00 noon until the hour of service at the Funeral Home.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mrs. Betty Faye Siffles who passed away Tuesday.

Mr. Marty Ray Green

MR. MARTY RAY GREEN, age 53, of Smith Rail Road, Summerville, Georgia, passed away Sunday, October 17th, 2021, in a Rome hospital, following an illness. Marty was born May 23, 1968, in Rome, Georgia, to the late Ray and Terresa Diane Shipp Green. He was Baptist by Faith, was self-employed in the Construction industry, and in addition to Parents was preceded in death by his brother, the late Joey Green on June 15, 1998.

Surviving are wife, Cheryl Green; daughter, Marti Katherine Green; stepchildren, Heath and Savannah McGuire, Erica McGuire and Brandon Fountain; five Step Grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 23rd, at 3:00 P.M. from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with Rev. Wayne Pace and Marti Katherine Green officiating, interment in Perennial Springs Cemetery. Active Pallbearers Josh Green, Chad Green, Charlie Bullard, Chip Cook, Tufton Blanks, and Chris Blanks. The Family will receive friends Saturday at the Funeral Home from 1:00 until 3:00 P.M.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mr. Marty Ray Green who died Sunday.

Mr. James Matthew Floyd

MR. JAMES MATTHEW FLOYD, age 46, of Back Berryton Road, Summerville, Georgia passed away Friday evening, October 1, 2021, in a Rome hospital. A native Chattooga Countian, He was born on June 17, 1975 to Mike and Jane Ivey Floyd, who survive. He was a member of South Summerville Baptist Church, was a graduate of Chattooga High School Class of 1993, served in the U. S. Army during Desert Storm, and was employed as a lab technician for Mohawk Industries. Mr. Floyd was preceded in death by grandparents, J. W. Floyd and Francis Bush Floyd and Johnnie and Gladys Ivey, father-in-law and mother-in-law, Robert and Wanda Prather.

Surviving are His wife, Elena Floyd; children, Anna Craig Floyd, Jamey and Will Floyd; parents, Mike and Jane Floyd; sister, Terri Lynn Floyd; brothers, Mickey and Stephanie Floyd and Mark and Beth Floyd; several Nieces and Nephews.

Funeral services will be held Monday, October 4th, at 2:00 P.M. from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with Brother Russ Blackwell officiating, interment in the Family lot of Summerville Cemetery. Active Pallbearers Jamey Floyd, Mark Floyd, Alex Floyd, Barry Tallent, Eric Brock, Jason McWhorter; Honorary Pallbearers, Aaron and Amy Bennett, Tim and Sabrina Luallen, Kandy and Chris Keen, Matthew and Debbie Hall, David “Mutt” Helms, Mohawk Corporate Lab, and Trion Wrestling. The Family will receive friends at the Funeral Home Sunday from 4 until 7 P.M.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mr. James Matthew Floyd.

Mrs. Rita Dell Rowe Greer

MRS. RITA DELL ROWE GREER, age 87, of Rome, Georgia, passed away Wednesday evening, September 29, 2021. She was born in Carbon Hill, Alabama on December 2, 1933 to the late Olan Ray and Wilma Gray Rowe. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, the late William Preston (Bill) Greer and brother-in-law, the late Hugh Bohannon. Mrs. Greer was raised in Palestine, Arkansas and has always had an affection for Palestine. She moved to Georgia in 1960. Mrs. Greer was a member of the Rome Church of Christ. She was totally devoted to her family, loved to prepare meals, was an excellent seamstress, loved to read, and had an affection for flowers and butterflies.

Surviving are daughters and spouses, Wilma and Terry Maynard and Gail and Mike Burnett; sons and spouses, Preston and Kaye Greer and Ashley Greer; grandchildren, Cathie (Wade) Nolan, Will Greer, Magan Greer, Kailen Greer, Dillon Greer, Kellie Martin; great grandchildren, Eli, Ansley, Ian Nolan, and Michael Martin; sister, Carol (Jim) Barry; brother, Jimmy (Barbara) Rowe; sister-in-law, Mary Louise Bohannon; sister-in-law and brother-in-law Nancy and Ralph Mann; several Nieces and Nephews.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 2nd, at 2:00 p.m. from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with Minister David O’Connell and Minister Steve Rogers officiating, interment in Lyerly Cemetery. Active Pallbearers will be Will Greer, Dillon Greer, Wade Nolan, Jon Barry, Will Humphries, and Jacob Mizell. The family will receive friends at the Funeral Home, Friday from 5 until 7 p.m. Flowers are accepted or memorial contributions may be made to Rainbow Omega, P.O. Box 740, Eastaboga, Alabama 36260 or Georgia Agape, #3094 Mercer University Dr., Suite #200, Atlanta, GA. 30341.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mrs. Rita Dell Rowe Greer.

Mr. Dennis F. Stansell

MR. DENNIS F. STANSELL, age 70, of Summerville, Georgia, passed away Monday afternoon, September 27, 2021. He was born in Chattooga County, Georgia on May 16, 1951 to the late Earl and Era Dee Wooten Stansell. Dennis served in the U. S. Navy during Vietnam, attended Harvest Worship in Trion, and was retired from retail sales. In addition to his parents, He was preceded in death by a sister, the late Pat Trotter.

Surviving are children, Daniel Stansell, Dennis Stansell, Denise Stansell, and Angelia Bohannon; Five Grandchildren; brother, Mayor Larry Stansell; Two Nieces, Two Grand Nieces, and Two Grand Nephews.

A memorial service will be held Monday, October 4th, at 11:00 A.M.in West Hill Cemetery with Charles Trotter officiating.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Mrs. Patsy A. Jackson

MRS. PATSY A. JACKSON, age 64, of Back Berryton Road, Summerville, Georgia passed away Saturday, September 18, 2021, in a Rome hospital. She was born in Chattooga County Georgia on August 3, 1957, a daughter of the late Carl and Georgia Irene Jones Milam; she was a homemaker.

Surviving are Her husband, Carlton Jackson; daughter and spouse, Judy Edgeworth and Billy Joe Durham; son and spouse, Alvin William Edgeworth and Amanda Roulane; granddaughter, Brittaney Edgeworth; grandson, Zachary Edgeworth; brother, Dennis Milam; beloved dog, Ginzo Jackson.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, September 22nd, at 2:00 P.M. from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home, with Mr. Robert Wood officiating, interment in Berryton Cemetery. Active Pallbearers, Billy Joe Durham, Zachary Edgeworth, Wayne Keef, David Ward, Jerry Crabtree, Kevin Ball. The Family will receive friends Wednesday from 12:00 noon until 2:00 P.M. at the Funeral Home.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mrs. Patsy S. Jackson who passed away Saturday.

Mr. David Allen Swift, Sr.

MR. DAVID ALLEN SWIFT, SR., age 73, of Orchard Road, Summerville, Georgia, passed away Monday evening, September 13, 2021, in a Rome hospital. A native of Detroit, Michigan, He was born to the late Arnold James and Agnes Vivian Miller Swift on March 25, 1948. Mr. Swift had previously served in the U. S. Army, U. S. Air Force, and in the Army National Guard of Georgia. He was an LPN and worked in home construction.

Surviving are His wife, Colleen Swift; daughter, Barbara Swift; son David (Mary) Swift, Jr.; sisters, Margaret Crepes and Marie Pierce; brothers, James Arnold Swift and Kenneth Michael Swift; grandchildren, Destinee Swift, Serenity Swift, and Autumn Swift; several Nieces and Nephews.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mr. David Allen Swift, Sr.

Little Rosaleigh Abercrombie

LITTLE ROSALEIGH ABERCROMBIE, seven-month-old daughter of Mary Russell and Austin Abercrombie, of Center Post Road, Trion, Georgia, passed away Wednesday, September 8, 2021, in a Rome hospital. Miss Rosaleigh was preceded in death by grandparents, William Russell, Ray Abercrombie, Nancy Rutherford, and great grandfather, Jack Russell.

Surviving in addition to Parents are, paternal grandparents, Wayne Abercrombie, Ashley Abercrombie, and Bethany Eastling; maternal grandparents, Cindy Catir and Mark Catir; great grandparents, Maryann Russell, Patricia Abercrombie, Lawana Hill, Kelly Habard, and Lamar White; several Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins.

Private funeral service Monday, September 13th, from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Little Roseleigh Abercrombie, who passed away September 8, 2021.

Mr. William E. Lively

MR. EDDIE LIVELY, age 64, of Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, formerly of Summervile, passed away August 24, 2021 in Ponte Vedra Beach. He was born in Summerville on June 11, 1957, was self employed in Construction, and was Baptist by Faith. Mr. Lively was preceded in death by a sister, the late Kay Casey.

Survivors include His mother, Polly Gilbreath of Summerville; son-Michael (Page) Bradley of Winchester, KY.; grandchildren, Brooke Bradley and Sidney Bradley; brother, Mark Gilbreath; special friend, Libby Night; three Nieces and one Nephew also survive.

A memorial will be held Wednesday, September 15th, at 6:00 P.M. from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home, with Rev. Sean Wegener officiating.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mr. Eddie Lively.

Mr. Lane Pace

MR. LANE PACE, age 57, of Rome Blvd. Summerville, Georgia, passed away Sunday morning, September 5, 2021, in a Rome hospital following a sudden event. He was born in Lexington, Kentucky on November 20, 1963, to the late Jerry Lee Pace and Gail Stover Pace, who survives. Lane was an avid golfer, having taught golf in several institutions; and of late shot the lowest score at LaFayette Golf Club. He was a member of Lyerly First Baptist Church.

Surviving are his wife, Raquel Pace; mother, Gail Pace; daughter, Andi Pace; son, Austin Pace; stepchildren, Laura, Jimmy, and Jessie Gowan; his only sister, Leigh Little; niece, Courtney Little, and nephew, Blake Little.

Memorial service will be held Friday, September 10th, at 11:00 A.M. from the Lyerly First Baptist Church; immediately following the Memorial service there will be a time of sharing memories, with Family and Friends in the Church Fellowship Hall.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mr. Lane Pace, who passed away Sunday.

Ellis Grey Winstead, Jr.

Ellis Grey Winstead, Jr., 90, died September 2, 2021, at his residence in the Teloga Community of Summerville, GA.

Mr. Winstead was born December 19, 1930. He was the son of the late Dr. Ellis G. Winstead, Sr. and Anne Murphy Winstead. In addition to his mother and father, he was predeceased by his two sisters, Leah Dae W. (James) Younce and Anne W. (Charles) Clark and their husbands.

Mr. Winstead is survived by his wife, Julia S. Winstead; his sons, E. Grey (Faye) Winstead, III and David R. Winstead; and, a daughter, Cynthia (Michael) Stephens. Ellis has four grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, six great-great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

Ellis married his childhood sweetheart, "Julie." They fell in love at the tender age of 7 (Ellis) and 6 (Julie), and they often told the story of how Julie would ride on the handlebars of Ellis's bike in the little town of Belhaven, North Carolina, where they were raised. They remained sweethearts through his school years at Fork Union Military Academy, VA and her school years in Pantego, NC. Ellis married Julie in 1952, the same year he graduated from NC State University with a degree in civil engineering. Soon after, he entered the Air Force, serving during the Korean War. In 1953, they began raising a family of their own.

After the Air Force, Ellis worked in the home construction industry and fire insurance underwriting field before settling into a career as a life insurance agent in the early 1960s. Over his six decades in life insurance, he served many clients, most of whom stayed with him until their deaths and then helped the families settle their estates.

Many of his clients and fellow agents became lifelong friends and they shared many adventures together camping, fishing, houseboating on Lake Lanier, raising children, enjoying the fruits of their labors, and helping neighbors in their north Atlanta communities.

In 2003, Ellis and Julie moved from Atlanta to Summerville to join their eldest son, Grey, and his family in the Teloga community. They built a new home on Grey’s farm, and Ellis learned how to become a remote, digitally engaged life insurance agent, long before remote working was the norm. He worked until his failing vision made it too difficult to see and gave up his last two clients in 2020.
Ellis loved working with his hands and used his at-home "shop" to build and repair everything from furniture to boats to electronics. He loved all kinds of fishing and boating. He loved telling jokes and having a good laugh. He loved his family and friends, and they loved him. Most of all he loved the only sweetheart of his life, his wife of 69 years, Julie. He will be missed by all who came to know him. His family is imagining him sharing a laugh with the Almighty as they wait for our arrival one day.  Memorial contributions made to Beersheba Presbyterian Church.

The Rainwater Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Memorial and celebration of life services will be announced at a later date.

Mrs. Annie Hendrix McCary

MRS. ANNIE HENDRIX MCCARY, age 101, of Bethel Church Road, Summerville, Georgia, passed away Wednesday, September 1, 2021, at Her residence.  A life long resident of Chattooga County, Georgia, She was born to the late Walter Dewitt and Stella Mae Hix Hendrix on February 21, 1920.  Mrs. McCary was preceded in death by her husband, the late Marvin Franklin McCary and Siblings, the late Elmer Hendrix, Frank Hendrix, the late Robert Hendrix, and the late Rev. Charles Hendrix.  She was a member of Bethel United Methodist Church.

       

Surviving are Her son, Dennis (Becky) McCary; granddaughter, Ashley Treadaway; grandson, Shawn (Kellie) McCary; great grandchildren, Caden Blalock, Gracie Treadaway, Colton McCary, Addie Treadaway, Eme McCary, Colby Treadaway, several Nieces and Nephews also survive.


Funeral services will be held Sunday, September 5th, at 2:00 P.M. from the Bethel United Methodist Church with Rev. Jody Brock officiating, interment in Summerville Cemetery. Active Pallbearers, Danny Herlong, Justin Baker, Bobby Reeves, David McCary, Rodney Jones, and John Dawson; Honorary Pallbearers, Billy Culberson, Chris Thompson, Jimmy Hix, Leroy Sweatmen, Kevin Espy, Hayden Burdick, Quinn Simpson, and Mike Dawson. Visitation will be Saturday from 5 until 7 P.M. at the Funeral Home. The Family request no flowers, suggests contributions to Bethel United Methodist Church or the Young Farmers Association.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mrs. Annie Hendrix McCary who passed away Wednesday.

Ms. Linda Joan Hathcock

MS. LINDA JOAN HATHCOCK, age 53, of James Street, Summerville, Georgia passed away Wednesday morning, September 1, 2021, at the residence, following an extended illness. She was born November 8, 1967 in Trion, Georgia. Ms. Hathcock was preceded in death by father the late Kenneth Ed Bates, and mother and step father, the late Mary Ruth Bing Smith and David Smith, daughter, the late Joanie Mae Hathcock, and sisters the late Mary Opal Kirby and Rebecca Brown. She was a Homemaker.

Surviving are daughter, Megan Maelyn Palmer; sisters, Nelda Lindsey, Denise Ramey (John Paul), Tina Hearlson (Gerald), Jacqueline Kay Bates (Jerome), Deborah Terry, Lisa Knowles, Marie Fair, Alecia McGuire; brothers, Danny Colbert, Kenneth Colbert, Michael Colbert, Kenneth Bates, Randy Bates, Chance Bates; special friend, Jessica Terry; several Nieces and Nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, September 4th, at 11:00 A.M. from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with Rev. Ricky Studdard officiating, interment in Dogwood Memorial Garden. Visitation will be Friday from 6 until 8 P.M. at the Funeral Home.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Ms. Linda Joan Hathcock who passed away Wednesday.

Mr. Sonny Tinney

MR. SONNY TINNEY, age 87, of Allen Street, Summerville, Georgia passed away Tuesday morning, August 31, 2021, at his residence. He was born in Berryton, Georgia on April 11, 1934 to the late John Edward and Mattie Calista Whitehead Tinney. Mr. Tinney was Baptist by Faith and retired from the tufting department of Mohawk Mill. In addition to Parents He was preceded in death by siblings-Johnny Tinney, Bobby Tinney, Mildred Newsome, Mary Ruth Masters, and Barbara Tinney.

Surviving are His wife, Marlene Tinney; daughters, Wanda (Dale) Bain and Phyllis (Mike) Odom; grandchildren, Melissa (Paul) Chamlee, Bucky Joe (Carla) Chisolm, Chris Bain, and Kevin Bain; 10 Great Grandchildren; several Nieces and Nephews.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, September 2nd, at 4:00 P.M. from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with Rev.’s Harold Helton, Gary Howell, and Mike Odom officiating, interment in Lyerly Cemetery. Active Pallbearers Bucky Chisolm, Chris Bain, Kevin Bain, Paul Chamlee, Kimbren Dowdy, and Ricky Biddle; Honorary Pallbearers, Eddy Hawkins, Billy Joe Lee, Bob Roper, Ewell Price, Jerry Purdy, Charles McClain, Rex Jones, Ray Lee, and Charles Millican. The Family will receive friends Thursday from 2 until 4 P.M. at the Funeral Home.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mr. Sonny Tinney who died Tuesday.

PLEDGER

MRS. DOROTHY BEATRICE DOOLEY PLEDGER, age 83, of Grand Eight Lane, Summerville, Georgia passed away Thursday morning, August 26, 2021, at her residence. A native of Trion, Georgia, She was born to the late Rev. Wilburn and Helen Moore Dooley on January 18, 1938. Mrs. Pledger was retired secretary for Pledger Automotive, a member of New Beginnings Baptist Church, and in addition to her parents was preceded in death by a daughter the late Reda Gail Pledger.

Surviving are her husband, T. C. Pledger; daughter and spouse, Connie and Othell Stone; sons and spouses, Steve and Jill Pledger and Tommy and Kim Pledger; grandchildren, Amanda Long, Justin Stone, Leslie Boston, Brianna Stone, Zach Pledger, Lann Pledger, Trevor Pledger, and Natalie Burdick; Twenty Great Grandchildren; several Nieces and Nephews.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, August 28th, at 3:00 P.M. from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with Steve Pledger, Tommy Pledger and Rev. Ken Johnson officiating, Interment in Perennial Springs Cemetery. Active Pallbearers will be Justin Stone, Zach Pledger, Lann Pledger, Trevor Pledger, Andy Long, and Tyler Burdick. The Family will receive friends Saturday afternoon from 1 until 3 p.m. at the Funeral Home.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mrs. Dorothy Beatrice Dooley Pledger who pass away Thursday.

Donna Morgan Long

 MRS. DONNA MORGAN LONG, age 61, of Summerville, Georgia, passed away Friday afternoon, August 20, 2021, in a Rome Hospital. A native of Chattanooga, Tennessee, she was born on September 6, 1959, to the late George Morgan, Sr. and Edith Morgan. She was a Homemaker and member of Life Purpose Church in Summerville. Mrs. Long was preceded in death by her Parents, and siblings, George Morgan, Jr., Linda Morgan, Jennifer Morgan, Jimmy Morgan, Archie Morgan, Mary Jo Hamilton, and Christine Morgan.

Surviving are husband, Charlie Long; children, Morgan Long, Aaron Long, Zadin Long; sister-in-law, Donna Faye Morgan; several Nieces and Nephews also survive.

Funeral Service will be held Sunday, August 22, 2021 at 4 p.m. from the J.D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with LeBron Long and Jeff Shaver officiating. Active Pallbearers will be Jay Morgan, Trevor Morgan, Natiel Morgan, Justin Hamilton, Damien Hamilton, Thomas Hamilton, LaBron Morgan Jaron Morgan, Chad Morgan. Honorary Pallbearers will be Danny Hester, Ronnie Jackson, Jerry Jackson, Denny Smith, Tom Russell, Sammy Barrett, and Members of Life Purpose Church. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 2 until the hour of service at the Funeral Home. The Family respectfully requests all in attendance to services wear face coverings and sanitize hands frequently and in lieu of flowers, contributions be made to the “Santa In Uniform” organization

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mrs. Donna Morgan Long who passed away on Friday.

Billie Jean Burnes Jennings

 Billie Jean Burns Jennings, beloved only child of the late Billie George Burns and Cornelia Dial

Burns, passed away in her sleep on August 13. She was married to her husband, Ralls Jennings for 69 years before he passed away 6 weeks earlier. She was the mother of 3 children, Luci Jennings, Russ Jennings (Linda), and Don Jennings (deceased). Her grandchildren are Julie King, Evan Webb, Jeanna Edgerton, Belle Jennings, Lucas Jennings, Remy Jennings, Jesse Jennings, Matthew Jennings, and Holly Jennings.

She and Ralls, almost inseparable for 70 years, raised a close-knit family while running a business and experiencing places all over the world. Due to military service, education, and job changes, the early years of marriage saw them living in Texas, Alabama, Tennessee, South Carolina and Florida before settling down in Trion, Georgia in 1965. Billie worked as Church Secretary at Trion First Baptist Church, her church home for all her years in Trion.

In 1972, Ralls and Billie started J Bar Corporation. Billie was the original employee and handled the financial aspects of the business while also helping raise her grandchildren when they came along. As their parents worked at J Bar, the grandchildren would stay with Billie at her office at J Bar.

Billie and Ralls loved to travel and see other places and people. Business trips included visiting China, Denmark, Italy, and Spain in addition to places all over the U.S. The older grandchildren fondly remember accompanying their grandparents on trips to St. George Island, Mexico, and Europe.

Mexico held a special charm for them. They made several family trips there in the late 1960’s and then moved to Saltillo, Mexico after their retirement in 1996. After Mexico, they lived in Midtown Atlanta for several years, then Marietta before coming back to Trion a few years ago. Her last months were spent in the Memory Care at The Spires at Berry College where she charmed the staff with her smile and good spirit.

Billie Jennings will be remembered for her love and devotion to her husband, Ralls, and her children and grandchildren as well as for her upbeat nature and bright smile that touched all who knew her.

The family will have a private gathering to celebrate her life.

Thanks to our friend, Elvia Berry, for her care of Billie and her friendship to the entire family.

Thanks to Tracey Rogers and the other nurses at Heyman Hospice.

We appreciate the care and support she was given by the staff in memory care at The Spires at Berry College.

Memorial donations may be made to the Chattooga County Library.

Ms. Jaden Leigh Mitchell

MS. JADEN LEIGH MITCHELL, age 22, of Summerville, Georgia passed away unexpectedly Friday, August 13, 2021, at her residence. She was born in Rome, Georgia on March 8, 1999; a daughter of Jamie and Tammy Mitchell. Ms. Mitchell was former convenience store clerk; she was preceded in death by grand father, the late Charles Milstead.

Surviving are parents, Jamie and Tammy Mitchell; sisters, Haylee Henderson, Annabelle Grissett, and Jamie Mitchell; brothers, Austin (Natalie) Mitchell and Derek (Danika) Mitchell; grandparents, Charlotte Milstead, Steve and Melinda Grissett, Thomas and Kathleen Silvers, and Peggy Mitchell; several Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews, and Cousins also survive.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, August 19th, at 2:00 P.M. from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with Rev. Ricky Biddle officiating; Active Pallbearers Sheriff Mark Schrader, Chief Deputy Kevin Woods, Brian Tucker, Nick Robinson, Chad Spraggins, and Wendell Flood; interment in Little Sand Mountain Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday from 6 until 8 P.M. at the Funeral Home.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Mr. Andrew Kenneth Wilson

Mr. Andrew Kenneth Wilson, age 82, residing at Oak View Nursing Home, Summerville, Ga. went to be with the Lord on August 16th, 2021. Mr. Wilson was born June 28th, 1939 in Henegar, Ala. to the late Curtis Wilson and Elizabeth Wilson. 

He is retired from Mount Vernon Mills, Trion Ga. where he worked 48 years in the Bleaching Department. 

Surviving are sister Maxine Wilson, sons Kenneth Allen Wilson and wife Rhonda, Eddie David Wilson and wife Cynthia, Andrew Vincent Wilson, Tommy Lee Wilson and wife Francis., grandchildren
Sheree Vallejo, T. J. Wilson, Levi Wilson, Michelle Chamlee, Michael Terrell, Daniel Terrell, Miriam Wilson, Michael Mcateer, Paul Wilson several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, August 21st at 2:00 PM at United Christian Fellowship in Summerville, Ga.

Officiating will be Pastor Gary Howell.

Mr. Samuel Harold Barclay Allmond

MR. SAMUEL HAROLD BARCLAY ALLMOND, age 86, of Tate Road, Trion, Georgia, passed away Friday, August 6, 2021, in a Rome hospital. Mr. Allmond was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee on July 15, 1935 to the late James William and Katie May Harris Allmond. He was a member of Beersheba Presbyterian Church, served in the U.S. Army National Guard, and was retired animal control officer for Catoosa County Government. In addition to Parents, He was preceded in death by his wife, the late Minnie Locklear Allmond and a son, the late Dewey Noland Allmond.

Surviving are daughter, Tracy Duvall; son and spouse, Harold Dewayne & Ruby Allmond; step children, Gail Cook, Edith Dendy, and Barbara Dupree; several Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren, Nieces and Nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held Monday, August 9th, at 11:00 A.M. from the Beersheba Presbyterian Church with Rev. Ken Johnson and Rev. Jennifer Lee officiating, interment in Chattooga Baptist Cemetery. Active Pallbearers will be Eric Waller, David Duvall, David Keen, Zack White. The Family will receive friends at Earle Rainwater Funeral Home, Sunday evening from 5 until 8 P. M.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mr. Samuel Harold Barclay Allmond who passed away Friday.

Mrs. Helen Marie Tucker

MRS. HELEN MARIE TUCKER, age 78, of March Lane, Summerville, Georgia, passed away Wednesday, July 21, 2021, at Her residence. A Trion native, She was born to the late Thomas Franklin and Edith Marie Campbell Ingram. She was a member of the Harold Street Church of God and formerly worked for Mt. Vernon Mills in the bleaching department. In addition to Parents, She was preceded in death by sisters, Hazel Ingram and Janie Roberts.

Surviving are husband, Michael T. Tucker; daughters, Tanja Evans and Kimberly Blackmon; sister, Bonnie Teems; brother, Danny Ingram; four Grandchildren, eighteen Great Grandchildren, four Great Great Grandchildren, several Nieces and Nephews also survive.

Funeral service will be held Sunday, July 25th, at 3:00 P.M. from the Harold Street Church of God with Rev. Rockland Hughes and Danny Hester officiating, interment in West Hill Cemetery. Active Pallbearers, Merrick Touchstone, Cameron Lyons, Carson Keen, Michael Lyons, D. J. Chapman, and Josh Hines. Visitation will be Sunday 2 until 3 P.M. at the Church  prior to Funeral service.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Mr. Freddy L. Brown

MR. FREDDY L. BROWN, age 78, of Congress Street-Summerville, Georgia, passed away Wednesday, July 21, 2021, at his residence following an illness. A Chattooga County native, He was born to the late Willie M. and Sara Mae Sparks Brown on January 29, 1943. Mr. Brown was Baptist by Faith and was Supervisor (retired) for Marglen Mill. In addition to Parents, He was preceded in death by a son, the late Joshua Lee Brown and siblings, Doris Jean White, Willie Sue Sizemore, and Benny Seals Brown.

Surviving are His wife, Charlotte Brown; sons and spouse’s, Scottie and Rhonda Brown, Guy Brown, and Gregory and Tammy Brown; sister, Leila Brown Ward; Five Grandchildren, Four Great Grandchildren; several Nieces and Nephews also survive.

Graveside service will be held Saturday, July 24th, at 11:00 A.M. from Summerville Cemetery, with Rev. Ralph Sumner, Rev. Barry Brown, and Rev. Jason Lee officiating.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mr. Freddy L. Brown who passed away Wednesday.

Mr. Jimmy Dewayne Peoples

MR. JIMMY DEWAYNE PEOPLES, age 51, passed away unexpectedly Sunday morning, July 18, 2021. Born in Sylacauga, Alabama on June 10, 1970, He was a son of Vester Virgle (PeeWee) Peoples and Rose Lea Peoples Sider. He was preceded in death by a brother, the late Billy Joe Peoples.

Surviving are mother and step father, Rose and Don Siders of Lincoln City, Org.; father-Vester Virgle (PeeWee) Peoples of Orange County, Fl.; sisters, Carol Sue (James) Epperson of Sylacauga, Al. and Juanita (William Eugene) Bryson of Summerville; brother, Donald Hulsey of Summerville; special extended family/friends, Bud and Diane Crowe, Robert and Debbie Bryant, and Darlene Hughes; several Nieces and Nephews also survive.

A memorial service will be held Wednesday, August 4, 2021, at 1:00 P.M. from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Thelma Eargle

Thelma Eargle, loving wife and mother of five children, died Friday, July 16, 2021. She was 95 years old. Thelma was born Feb. 7, 1926, to the late B.F. Scott and Ruby Leathers Scott of Powder Springs, GA. She was also pre-deceased by her husband of 43 years, Joseph I. Eargle, Jr.; her grandson, Jae Eargle; and brother, Randy Scott. She is survived by her five children: Melissa Morgan of Summerville, Elizabeth Henderson (Gary) of Carrollton, Joe Eargle of Acworth, Cindy Evans (Rex) of Trion, and Benjie Eargle (Kay) of Powder Springs; nine grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild. A sister, Frankie S. Johnson of Powder Springs, also survives her.

Thelma lived a rich and full life. In the 1930s her mother walked with her through the woods from her home on Friendship Church Road to attend the one room Talley School on West Sandtown Road. Later on, Thelma attended McEachern School. She was employed with Bell Aircraft during the years of World War II. She eloped with the love of her life, “Joeby,” on Christmas Eve, 1943. Henceforth, Thelma devoted her life to her role as wife, mother, and grandmother.

In her later years, "Ms. Thelma" was known for her smile, her sense of style, and her sassy spunk. She was a member of McEachern United Methodist Church in Powder Springs for over 50 years. Since November 2018 she resided at the Oakview Nursing Home in Summerville, GA, where she was known affectionately as “Flossie.” Many thanks to the staff who witnessed our mother’s unfailing sense of humor, and took care of her in life as well as in death.

Thelma was a woman of faith who said many times over how blessed she was, and that she was looking forward to seeing her husband again. She left specific instructions for there to be no sadness. So we celebrate her life. Celebrate with us by wearing orange (her favorite color), reading a book (her favorite pastime), or eating a white kit kat (her favorite candy bar).

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in Summerville, GA is in charge of arrangements. The funeral is graveside only at the Macland Cemetery in Powder Springs, GA., Wednesday, July 21 at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to McEachern Methodist Church in her memory.

Mr. Christopher Todd Pickle Sr.

MR CHRISTOPHER TODD PICKLE, SR., age 58 of Summerville, Georgia passed away Thursday, July 8, 2021, in a Rome hospital. A native Chattooga Countian, he was born April 10, 1963, to the late Jack Pickle and Jeanette Jackson Pickle, who survives. Mr. Pickle was a member of the Berryton Bible Mission and the Chattooga County Search and Rescue. He was a Care Giver and worked in the maintenance department for Springs, Industries. In addition to his Father, was preceded in death by a sister, the late Karen Pickle.

Surviving are his wife, Tina Pickle; mother, Jeanette Pickle; daughter, Sissy Robinson; sons, Todd Pickle and Joshua Pickle; grandchildren, Samuel Rutledge, Kirsten Rutledge, Cheyenne Pickle, Jesse Pickle, A. J. Reed, Spencer Reed, Jace Robinson, Brantley Robinson, and Ava Robinson; sisters, Cynthia Pruitt and Jennifer Pickle; brothers, William Pickle, Jonathan Pickle, Mike Pickle, Jeremy Pickle, Jerome Pickle, and Seth Pickle; several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held Sunday, July 11th, at 2:00 p.m. from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with Pastor Larry Reynolds and Gerald Haygood officiating, interment in Lyerly Cemetery. Active Pallbearers Samuel Rutledge, Jesse Pickle, Dakota Lewis, Andrew Bennett, Jason Rutledge, and Spencer Reed; Honorary Pallbearers, Jason Hambrick, Daniel Robinson, Jerry Bennett and Austin Haygood. The family will receive friends Saturday from 5 until 8 p.m. at the Funeral Home. In Lieu of flowers, contributions to the family.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mr. Christopher Todd Pickle, Sr. who passed away Thursday.

Noland Dewayne White

 NOLAND DEWAYNE WHITE, age 71 of Summerville, passed away on Sunday, July 4, 2021.  He was born on December 2, 1949, a son of the late Charles White and Evelyn Rogers White.  Mr. White was a member of Teloga Baptist Church, a Veteran of the United States Marines serving during the Vietnam War.  He was a Sheet Rock Finisher by trade and member of Lyerly Lodge #338 F&AM.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Steve White and Dale White.

 

Surviving are his wife, Patsy Kirby White; son, Jaylen White; brothers, Roger White and Lowell White. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

 

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at 2 p.m. from the Teloga Baptist Church with Rev. Tony Weaver officiating.  Interment will be in the Summerville Cemetery.  Active Pallbearers will be Johnny Gentry, Gene Brown, Steve Rhinehart, Ted Deberry, Leon Parris, and Eugene Ellenburg.  Honorary Pallbearers will be Members of the Teloga Baptist Church.  The family will receive friends Tuesday from 12 noon until the hour of service at the Teloga Baptist Church.

 

 

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mr. Noland Dewayne White who passed away Sunday.

Ralls Jennings

Ralls Jennings passed away June 27 surrounded by family after a long and full life. He was 89 years old and had been married to his wife, Billie Jean Burns Jennings, for 69 of those years. Ralls was the father of 3 children, Luci Jennings, Russ Jennings (Linda), and Don Jennings (deceased). His grandchildren are Julie King, Evan Webb, Jeanna Edgerton, Belle Jennings, Lucas Jennings, Remy Jennings, Jesse Jennings, Matthew Jennings, and Holly Jennings.

A unique person who led an interesting life, the focus of Ralls’ life was always his love of Billie. Together, they raised a family, started a business, and saw a lot of the world. While Ralls served stateside in the U.S. Air Force during the last years of the Korean war, they began their family with the birth of Luci. Despite having a young family, Ralls worked part time and, with help from the GI Bill, earned a Mechanical Engineering degree from the University of Alabama to become the first college graduate in his family. 2 sons were added to the family as he worked several jobs throughout the southeast before the family settled in Trion in 1965 when Ralls became Plant Engineer at Riegel Textile.

In 1972, Ralls and Billie started J Bar Corporation. J Bar became a true family business as all their children worked there and most of the grandchildren were kept there as babies and toddlers by their grandmother, Billie, as she and their parents worked. Today it is being run by the third generation of the family and their children are growing up in the office as their parents and grandmother, Luci, work.

A self-taught artist, Ralls began painting in his early 30’s and continued into his 80’s. He produced over 200 paintings, many of which are proudly displayed in the homes of his children and grandchildren. You can see a catalog of his work at rallsjennings.com.

Ralls and Billie loved to travel and see other cultures. Beginning in the late 60’s when they took the family across Mexico in a pickup truck, they traveled abroad regularly and lived in Mexico for a few years when they were in their 60’s. Business was often the reason for travel as they visited companies in Italy, Denmark, Spain, and China that J Bar traded with. Travel and business led Ralls to study foreign languages and when needed, he could do business or order dinner in Spanish, Italian, and French.

After returning from their Mexico phase, they moved to Midtown Atlanta, where they owned several properties that they rented to young professionals and grad students. Although he never really retired, Ralls concentrated a lot of his painting while in Midtown. Always very active, both Ralls and Billie enjoyed walking the streets of Atlanta, a couple in their 70’s amid all the bustle of the young in the city.

The last few years, Ralls showed his devotion to Billie after the progression of her dementia. The man who had seldom cooked and never cleaned, took over the entire running of their lives from shopping to cooking and cleaning and taking complete care of her physical needs by himself. Only in the last 2 years did they move back to Trion to be near family. On his last day, just seeing Billie seemed to ease his suffering and bring calmness to his mind.

The family will have a private gathering to celebrate the life of their patriarch. Thanks to our friend, Elvia Berry, for her care and support of Ralls and Billie and her friendship to the entire family.

Thanks to Tracey Rogers and the other nurses at Heyman Hospice. We appreciate the care and support he was given by the staff in assisted living at The Spires at Berry College.

Mary Opal Kirby

MARY OPAL MER MER KIRBY, age 49, of James Street, Summerville, Georgia passed away Sunday, June 27, 2021, at the residence. Born in Chattanooga, Tennessee on August 17, 1971, She was an artist by trade. She was preceded in death by her parents Mary Ruth and David Smith and a sister, Rebecca Brown

Surviving are Her daughter, Tassie (Tony) Kirby Bane; sons, Ryan Kirby and Colton Kirby; sisters, Nelda Lindsey, Denise Ramey (John Paul), Tina Hearlson (Gerald), Jacqueline Kay Bates (Jerome), Linda Joan Hathcock, Deborah Terry, Lisa Knowles, Marie Fair, Alecia McGuire and Nischa Whitaker; brothers, Danny Colbert, Kenneth Colbert, Michael Colbert, Kenneth Bates, Randy Bates, Chance Bates; grandchildren, Madison Green, Devin Kirby, Zeppelin Kirby, Shianne Cisson, Anthony Bane, Drew Bane, and Aiden Bane.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 1st, at 11:00 A.M. from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with Rev. Tracy Espy officiating, interment in Dogwood Hills Memorial Garden. Active Pallbearers Zach Bates, James Colbert, Anthony Hogue, Dwight Ponder, Steven Hamby, Jason Lindsey, R. J. (Peko) Brown, and Joshua Bates; Honorary Pallbearers Madison Green, Devin Kirby, and Chase Tucker. Visitation will be Wednesday from 6 until 8 P.M. at the Funeral Home.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Ms. Mary Opal Mer Mer Kirby, who passed away Sunday.

Shannon Ydean Pierce

MS. SHANNON YDEAN PIERCE, age 50, of Scoggins Street, Summerville, Georgia, passed away Monday, June 28, 2021, in a Rome hospital following an extended illness. She was born on April 9, 1971 in Oneonta, Alabama to the late Margaret Lee Siffles Hathcock and Bert Hathcock who survives. She was a homemaker. In addition to Her Mother, she was preceded in death by a son, Jonathan Pierce, and siblings Tammy Rector, Brian Hathcock, Patricia Hathcock, Keith Hathcock, Dennis Hathcock, and Wilburn Ash.

Surviving are daughters, Brandi Pierce, Kassie Pierce, and Ashley Pickle; father, Bert Hathcock; sister, Tina Hathcock; brothers, Tim Hathcock, Vernon Ash, and Michael Hathcock; seven Grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, June 30th, at 11:00 A.M. from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with Rev. Steve Collins officiating, interment in West Hill Cemetery. Active Pallbearers Tim Hathcock, Vernon Ash, Caleb Rhinehart, Ben Pickle, Kenny Ledford, Shane Elrod, Gregory Green, and Richard Milstead; Honorary Pallbearers Tristan Ash, Caden Ash, Cody Boyd, Austin Hathcock. Visitation will be Wednesday from 10 til 11 A.M. at the Funeral Home.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Ms. Shannon Ydean Pierce.

Shannon Leah Baker

MS. SHANNON LEAH BAKER, age 49, of Lyerly, Georgia, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, June 24, 2021, in a Rome Hospital. Born in Rome, Georgia on June 19, 1972, She was a daughter of the late Darwin and Robbie White Baker; she was a waitress.

Surviving are son, Johnny Foster; granddaughters, Arsinoe, Georgia, Marley, and Kalija; brothers, Jason Baker and Nicholas Dooley.

Funeral service will be held Wednesday, June 30th, at 1:00 P.M. from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with Rev. Melvin Moseley officiating. Visitation will be Wednesday from 12 noon until 1:00 P.M. at the Funeral Home.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Ms. Shannon Leah Baker, who passed away Wednesday.

Roger Wayne Dawson

ROGER WAYNE DAWSON, 72 of Summerville passed away Friday, June 25, 2021 at his residence. Mr. Dawson was born September 3, 1948 in Summerville, Georgia, son to the late Lovick V. Dawson and Velma Grigsby Dawson. Roger was a farmer by trade and a member of the Fisher’s Chapel United Methodist Church.

Surviving are his wife, Patricia Tudor Dawson; son, Ben (Ashley Hill) Dawson; brothers, Earl Dawson and Melvin Dawson; grandchildren, Tristan Dawson, Trent Dawson and Tripp Dawson. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral service will be held on Sunday, June 27, 2021 at 4:30 pm from the J.D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with Rev. Ray Teems officiating. Interment in the Fisher’s Chapel United Methodist Church Cemetery. Active Pallbearers will be Ben Dawson, Tristan Dawson, Trent Dawson, Kevin Espy, Eli Espy and Craig Sanford. Visitation will be Sunday from 3:30 – 4:30 at the Funeral Home.

Earle Rainwater in charge of arrangements for Roger Wayne Dawson who passed away Friday.

Roy Eugene Durham

ROY EUGENE DURHAM, age 91, of Rome passed away Thursday, June 24, 2021. He was born on February 7, 1930 in Chattooga County, son of the late Albert Joe Durham and Vergie Dockery Durham. Roy was employed with the Sanitation Department of the City of Summerville and Church of God by faith. He was preceded in death by former wives, Martha Collins and Shirley Swan; son, Sherman ”Shotgun” Durham; brothers, Bill Durham, Roy “Pete” Huggins, and sister, Margaret Bazel

Surviving are his daughters, Marlene (Neal) Ashmore and Denane (Ray) Caldwell; son, Billy Joe Durham (Judy May Edgeworth); step son, Michael (Wanda) Barnes, ten grandchildren, several great grandchildren and special friend, Regina Loveless.

Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, June 29, 2021 at 2 p.m. from the Freedom Fellowship Church with Ray Caldwell and Steve Collins officiating, Interment in Macedonia Cemetery. Active Pallbearers will be Eathen Caldwell, Jacob Caldwell, Jeffery Caldwell, Ray Ray Caldwell, Billy Ray Collins and Bobby Joe Durham. Honorary Pallbearers will be Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren, Justin Durham, Pete Huggins, Scotty Caldwell, Justin Durham and Steve Lawson. Mr. Durham will be in state at the residence of a daughter, Denane and Ray Caldwell, #1022 Martin Street, Summerville, Georgia after 5:00 P.M. Sunday.

Earle Rainwater in charge of arrangements for Roy Eugene Durham who passed away Thursday.

Marty Ray Strange

MARTY RAY STRANGE of Duluth, Georgia, formerly of Chattooga County, passed away in a Rome Hospital after a brief illness on Wednesday June 23, 2021. Marty was born in Chattooga County on November 15, 1952 to the late Raymond Wesley and Maxine Helton Strange. He is also preceded in death by two brothers, Ricky and Joe Strange. Marty was a 1970 graduate of Chattooga High School and attended Floyd Junior College. He was recently retired from Whole Foods Distribution in Braselton, Georgia.

Marty is survived by his son, Clint (Megan) Strange, two grandchildren, Emma and Eli of Acworth, GA, and his ex-wife, Gail Cook. Also surviving are two brothers, Lewis Strange of Trion, GA and Bobby Strange of Birmingham, AL, two sisters, Pat Brison of Holand, GA and Sally Strange of Summerville, GA, several nieces and nephews and also four beloved dogs, Barney, Sam, Emma, and Cindy.

Marty was an avid reader, loved to snorkel, and rescued and adopted many dogs during his lifetime. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and visiting Little River Canyon and Fort Walton Beach.

The family is planning a private memorial to honor his life at a later date.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements for Marty Ray Strange who passed away Wednesday.

Christopher Scott Montgomery

CHRISTOPHER SCOTT MONTGOMERY, 37 of Trion passed away Wednesday, June 23, 2021.  Mr. Montgomery was born on January 26, 1984 in Rome, Georgia, son of Jeffery Scott Montgomery and Emily Diane Warren Mountain. He was a member of the Trion Harvest Worship Center and was employed with Mohawk on the wash line. 

 

Surviving are his mother, Emily Diane Mountain; children, Karter Montgomery and Briar Montgomery; fiancée, Hannah Filyow; sister, Amber Hines; niece Emily Hines.

 

Funeral service will be held Monday, June 28, 2021 at 2 p.m. from the J.D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with Mark Crowe officiating, Interment in Greenhills Memory Garden. The family will receive friends from 1 until the hour of service. Active Pallbearers will be Anthony Hines, Vernon Ash, B.J. Ingram, James Warren, Mark Crowe, and Greg Standfield.

 

Earle Rainwater in charge of arrangements for Christopher Scott Montgomery who passed away on Wednesday.

Linda Sue Meadows

LINDA SUE MEADOWS, age 79, of Orchard Hill Road, Summerville, Georgia, passed away Wednesday, June 23, 2021, at her residence. A native Chattooga Countian, She was born on January 4, 1942, to the late Charles Martin Wesson, Sr. and Jacqueline Kellett Wesson. Ms. Meadows was a member of Perennial Springs Baptist Church, retired cosmetologist, and a member of the VFW Post #6688 Ladies Auxiliary. She was preceded in death by sons the late, Robin C. Meadows and M. Randal “Randy” Meadows, sisters, the late Hazel W. Millican and Rose Mary W. Johnson.

Surviving are daughter, Renee Meadows Ware (David); Son- Davin Meadows (Kristi); grandchildren, John Ware (Jessica), Brandon Meadows, Tom Meadows, Angel Meadows, Patrick Greene, Landon Wesson, Charity Greene, Brianna Greene; great-granddaughters, Sophia Keen and Addie Mae Ware; brother, Charles Wesson; aunt, Frances K. Ledford; uncle, Paul Kellett.

Funeral services will be held Sunday, June 27th, at 2:00 P.M. from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with Brother Tom Russell and Brother Tracy Espy officiating, interment in Perennial Springs Cemetery. Active Pallbearers Micha Lively, Zach Lively Ricky Johnson, Roger Wooten, Tye McGuire, Dillon McGuire, and Colman Ledford; Honorary Pallbearers, Billy Brown, Ike and Mary Henderson and the VFW Post #6688 Ladies Auxiliary. Visitation will be Sunday from 1 until 2 P.M. at the funeral home.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Linda Sue Meadows, who passed away Wednesday.

Mrs. Joan Prescott Whaley

MRS. JOAN PRESCOTT WHALEY, age 81, of Maple Drive, Summerville, Georgia passed away Saturday morning, June 12, 2021, at Her residence. Born in Opp, Alabama on October 2, 1939 to the late George Andrew Mack and Ruth Bryan Mack. Mrs. Whaley attended Mercer Nursing School in Atlanta and was Administrator (Retired) at the Chattooga County Health Department. In addition to Her Parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, the late Marvin Whaley and daughters the late Angela Caceres and Susan Whaley.

Surviving are son and spouse, Steve and Melody Whaley; sister and Spouse, Elaine and Phil Lamey; four Grandchildren.

A visitation will be held Tuesday, June 15th, from 2 until 4 P.M. at Earle Rainwater Funeral Home, with burial in the Family plot of Summerville Cemetery.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Jeffrey Gorman Gilley

Jeffrey Gorman Gilley

November 27, 1957 – June 2, 2021

Jeffrey Gorman Gilley, 63, formerly of Athens, Georgia, died Wednesday, June 2, 2021 in Cherokee County, Alabama of natural causes. He was born in Rome, Georgia on November 27, 1957, graduated from Jacksonville State University in 1980 and received his Juris Doctor from the University of Georgia School of Law in 1983. The son of the late Clarence Gorman Gilley and Dorothy Slater Gilley of Summerville, Georgia, he was an accomplished attorney, historian, and outdoorsman.

Over the course of his 25-year career as a criminal defense and trial lawyer, he practiced with the deepest respect for his clients as human beings in need of counsel, the United States Constitution (a copy of which was almost always in his suit pocket), and the laws of Georgia. He served as a public defender upon graduation from law school, which led to extensive skill in criminal and civil litigation. While in Athens, he often provided legal work for many at little or no cost, including indigent clients, musical acts, and friends.

He is survived by three sons, John Porter Gilley, Samuel Cobb Gilley, Thomas Houston Gilley, of Athens, Georgia and by his stepson, Will Frame of Gainesville, Georgia. Also surviving are his sister, Carole Smith (Jim) of Versailles, Kentucky, his cousin Jan Cordle (Lann) of Summerville, nieces Ashley Keck and Andrea (Patrick) Abell, along with two great nieces, a great nephew, cousins, and many loving friends.

In lieu of flowers, the family would welcome donations made to Nuci’s Space, 396 Oconee St., Athens, GA 30601, an organization dedicated to ending the stigma of mental illness and alleviating the suffering for those living with a brain illness. www.nuci.org.

A memorial celebration of Jeff’s life will be held in Athens, Georgia at a later date.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Mr. John E. Majors

MR. JOHN E. MAJORS,, age 82, of Massey Road, Menlo, Georgia passed away Friday evening, June 11, 2021, at his residence. He was born in Fulton County, Georgia on May 7, 1939 to the late James Parker and Edna Switzer Majors. Mr. Majors was a member of the Menlo Baptist Church, a Veteran of Korea, having served in the U. S. Army, and was Manager (Retired) for Otis Elevator Company. In addition to Parents He was predeceased by a daughter, the late Kathy Steiner and a sister, the late Edna Elizabeth Majors.

Surviving are His wife, Gloria Lynch Majors; daughter, Diana Blaszak; son, Gary Pavelka; brother, James Majors; seven Grandchildren, one Great Granddaughter; Nieces and Nephews.

Funeral service will be held Monday, June 14th, at 2:00 P.M. from Graveside in Majors Cemetery, Menlo, Georgia, with Mr. Brad Majors officiating. Active Pallbearers, Brad Majors, Doug Majors, Todd Kaminer, Jason Wright, Eddie Massey, C. E. Massey; Honorary Pallbearers, Lee Massey, Mike Larkins, Gary Pavelka, Kody Kaminer, Parker Mitchell, and Frank Blaszak. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Chattooga County Animal Advocates, P. O. Box 220, Summerville, Georgia-30747.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mr. John Edward Majors who passed away Friday night.

Montyne Brock Payne

Montyne Brock Payne, wife of the late Dr. W. Marlin Payne and former Chattooga County resident, passed away in Rome, Georgia May 26, 2021 at the age of 94. Mrs. Payne was the daughter of the late Thomas Dow Brock and Ethel Little Brock and was born in LaFayette, Georgia. She spent her early years in LaFayette. She and her mother moved to Rome to live with relatives in 1939 following a house fire which destroyed their home. After graduating from Rome Girls High School in 1944, she was able to attend Freed-Hardeman College in Henderson, Tennessee. Following her graduation there, she taught in the Rome school system.

She met her husband, of nearly 72 years, when she was 15 and he was 18. Shortly after that, he entered the Army Air Corps. When the war was over, they married on June 22, 1947 and moved to Memphis while he finished school. Their first child, Jon, was born in Memphis. After her husband’s graduation, the family moved to Rome and stayed with relatives while her husband commuted to Summerville, opening his optometric practice.

Together they raised three children: Probate Judge Jonathan Marlin Payne, Marla Brock Payne Wise (Darrell), and Thomas David (Tommy) Payne (Sue). She adored her grandchildren: Patrick Payne, Chase Payne (Brandee), and Marlie Payne, Marisa Wise Parmer (Nathan), Darik Wise (Katie), Amy Payne Clifton (Chad), and Christopher Payne (Ashley). Her beloved great-grandchildren are Madalyn, Audrey, and Jake Clifton, Laney and Logan Payne, Harper Payne, Addison and Reece Wise, and Elise Parmer. She is also survived by her sisters-in-law, Mrs. Betty Crotty and Mrs. Ann Williams, special cousin, Sammie Frye Dobson, and many much-loved nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Probate Judge Jon M. Payne, sister and brother-in-law, Evelyn and Jimmy Carroll, her brother and sister-in-law, Paul and Mary Lou Brock and two beloved nieces, Rebecca Carroll and Montyne Flint. She was a member if the Church of Christ and taught children’s and teen girls’ Bible classes for 27 years, primarily at Northside Church of Christ. Her home congregation was the Highway 27 South congregation in LaFayette, GA.

Mrs. Payne loved to travel and a favorite experience was a trip she and her husband took to the Kennedy Inauguration in 1961 as guests of newly elected U.S. Representative John W. Davis.

Mrs. Payne served as president of the Summerville Women’s Club, president of the Chattooga Garden Club, was a member of the Music Study Club, and secretary of the Summerville Elementary PTA. She was also active in Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts as her children were growing up. She served as a member of the Board of Directors of the Chattooga County Library Board and was a former Chairman of the Chattooga County Cancer and Heart Association Drives. She taught school at Summerville Elementary briefly and was her husband’s bookkeeper and office manager for many years. She was also a licensed real estate agent for a time. More recently, she was an active member of the local Red Hats group. Mrs. Payne was an ovarian cancer survivor and was always thankful that God allowed her more time with her family.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 29th, at 2:00 p.m. from the Graveside, with Edward Ledford, Officiant, burial to follow in the Family Plot of Summerville Cemetery. Active Pallbearers will be Milford Morgan, Jim Hill, William Crouch, Jason Ledford, Ryan Ledford, Mike Allen, and Charles Williams, Jr.. Honorary Pallbearers will be Quinton Wilson, Sammy Strange, Buster Hollis, Gary McConnell, Chuck Tilley, and John Shamblin. Visitation will be Saturday from 12:00 noon until 2:00 p.m. at Earle Rainwater Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Cancer Navigators of Rome. Donations may be mailed to: 3 Central Plaza #415 Rome, Georgia 30161.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mrs. Montyne Brock Payne.