Thomas Embert Taylor Sr.
Oct 27, 2024
Thomas Embert Taylor, aged 79, passed away on October 27, 2024, in Hephzibah, Georgia. Born on June 19, 1945, Thomas was known for his kind, Christ-like demeanor, a sense of humor that warmed any room, and a personality that made him a cherished friend to many. Thomas is survived by his loving wife, Patricia Cook Taylor, and their five children:...
Mary Linda Mcelhannon
Oct 25, 2024
Mary Linda McElhannon peacefully passed away Friday, October 25, surrounded by her family. She was born to A.C. and Ethel Shaver Hix January 7, 1947, the seventh of their eight children. Her loving and impish nature made her a lot of fun to be around. She never met a stranger. It was a gift that made her an easy individual...
Kenneth Sweat
Oct 25, 2024
. Kenneth Deryl Sweat passed peacefully into Heaven October 25th, 2024. Ken loved life. He was a hard-core Nascar fan, lifelong mechanic, Ford Motor Company body shop assembler, always had a beer in hand, was a dog lover, and held many leadership positions in Boy Scouts of America for over 14 years, dedicating himself to guiding boys to become young...
Rev. Ernest "Jack" Nelson
Oct 23, 2024
Reverend Ernest M. "Jack" Nelson, age 94, of Jonesboro, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. Jack devoted his life to the Gospel as a minister for the North Georgia Conference of the United Methodist Church. He served numerous churches throughout his pastorage including Jonesboro First United Methodist Church and Eastland Road United Methodist Church, which was his last...
Alan Stacy Wilson
Oct 19, 2024
Alan Wilson, 74, of Jonesboro, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, October 19, 2024. Alan dedicated many years to the Clayton County Board of Education as a Shop Foreman before retiring. He is preceded in death by his son, Timothy Chad Wilson; his brother, Randy Wilson; and his parents, Raymond and Miriam Wilson. Alan is lovingly remembered by his wife, Lulu...
Teresa L. Henderson
Oct 9, 2024
Teresa Lewis Henderson, 65, of Atlanta, GA, passed away with her husband by her side and surrounded by an unwavering support system of family and friends on October 9, 2024. Born on May 31, 1959, to the late Henrietta and Andrew Lewis of Jonesboro, Teresa touched the lives of all who knew her with her generous spirit, infectious laughter, and...
Rosemary Mcmullen Lee
Oct 5, 2024
Mrs. Rosemary McMullen Lee, age 85, of Jonesboro, passed away on October 5, 2024. She Retired from Delta Airlines. She is survived by her husband, Wilbur Lee; son and daughter-in-law, Matt and Jennifer Lee of Jonesboro; grandchildren, Tristan Lee, Addison Lee and Zaiden Lee. A Graveside Service will be held at 11:00AM on Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at Camp Memorial...
Amparo Cruz Pimentel
Oct 4, 2024
Mrs. Amparo Cruz Pimentel, age 77, of Stockbridge, GA, passed away on October 4, 2024. She was born on November 27, 1946 in Columbia. She was preceded in death by her husband, Andres Pimentel. She is survived by her children, Freddie (Monica) Barcos of Stockbridge, Alexander Barcos of Brookhaven, Diana Barcos of FL; siblings, Omaria Curz, Legia Cruz, Hernando Cruz,...
Joseph Paul Connelly
Oct 2, 2024
Ret. MSG Joseph Paul Connelly, of McDonough, passed away on Wednesday, October 2, 2024. He was born in Jersey City, New Jersey, to the late Joseph E. and Elizabeth Connelly. Joseph was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Mary Ann Connelly. Joseph honorably served in the U.S. Army, where he demonstrated his dedication to his country during the Korean...
Trudy Pruitt Wallace
Sep 27, 2024
The family of Trudy Pruitt Wages Wallace is sad to announce that Trudy passed away on September 27, 2024, after bravely battling Alzheimer's Disease. She leaves behind the following: son Darryl Wages and wife Lisa; daughter Gretchen Rowley and husband Dan; brother Al Pruitt and wife Evelyn; brother Irby Pruitt and wife Phyliss; sister Candy Pruitt; sister Vivian Oldknow; and...
Robert "Bob" Rawls
Sep 22, 2024
Mr. Robert "Bob" Rawls, age 74, of Jonesboro, passed away on September 22, 2024. He was a lifelong member of First Baptist Church Jonesboro and he retired from Low Temp Industries in Jonesboro. He was preceded in death by his parents; William Edgar Rawls, Sr., and Polly Casey Rawls and a brother; William Edgar Rawls, Jr. He is survived by...
Mr. Dennis Adams
Sep 15, 2024
Dennis Adams, age 76, of McDonough, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, September 15, 2024. He dedicated 34 years of his career to General Motors before retiring. A passionate enthusiast, Dennis loved both Volkswagen Beetles and three-wheelers, embodying a spirit of adventure throughout his life. He was preceded in death by his parents, Wilbur and Doris Adams and his sister, Barbara...
Michael Angelo Foster Sr.
Sep 5, 2024
Michael Angelo Foster, Sr., age 65, of Carrollton, Alabama, passed away on Thursday, September 5, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Carolyn Foster, mother of his children, his brother, Wesley Foster and nephew, Tracy Ford. Michael is survived by his fiancée, Patricia Prude; the mothers of his children, Joyce McGill, Dorinda Campbell, Delphine Thomas, and...
Mr. Harold Donald Nelson
Sep 3, 2024
Mr. Harold Donald Nelson, age 90, of Stockbridge, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. He was preceded in death by his son, Harold Donald Nelson, Jr., his parents, Harvey and Inez Nelson, and his brother, Larry Nelson. Harold is survived by his loving wife, Josephine Nelson of Stockbridge; his brother, Wilson (Marywinn) Nelson of FL, as well as...
Sheena Ann Lawrence
Sep 3, 2024
Sheena Ann Lawrence, age 41, of Stockbridge, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. Sheena was preceded in death by her beloved son, Jayden Goatcher, and her sister, Jennifer Lawrence of McDonough. She is lovingly remembered by her children, Devyn Goatcher, Noah Goatcher II, and Cayden Goatcher, all of Hampton; her mother, Kathy (Hans Stadtler) Lawrence of North Olmstead,...
Mr. Clarence "Mike" Henry Sr.
Aug 27, 2024
Mr. Clarence "Mike" Henry Sr., age 68, of Jonesboro, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, August 27, 2024. He was preceded in death by his father, Terry Clarence Henry. Mike is survived by his mother, Ilar Henry of Jonesboro; his son, Clarence Michael Henry Jr. of Bronwen, TN; his brother, Terry DeWayne Henry of Fayetteville; his grandchildren, Shane Henry and Alan...
Marguerite Krepps-Cannon
Aug 26, 2024
Marguerite Krepps-Cannon, age 98, of Jonesboro, Georgia, passed away on Monday, August 26th. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, September 7th, at the Ford-Stewart Funeral Home chapel, 2047 Hwy 138 S.E., Jonesboro, Georgia 30236, with Pastor Shane Roye officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home starting at 12:00 PM on the same...
Ryan Sanford Yarbrough
Aug 23, 2024
Ryan Sanford Yarbrough, age 56, of Jonesboro, passed away on August 23, 2024. He is survived by his children, Jacqueline Olivia Yarbrough of Duluth, Jacob Ryan Yarbrough of Athens; parents, Larry and Ann Yarbrough of Jonesboro and his sister, Rhonda Yarbrough (Jonathan) Riedel of NY. No services are planned at this time.
Juanita Caldwell Ely
Aug 22, 2024
Mrs. Juanita Caldwell Ely, age 88, of Jonesboro, passed away on August 22, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lloyd and Berta Caldwell; son, Anthony Ely Sr.; grandchildren, Chris Ely and Kelsey Ely; siblings, Thomas Caldwell, Betty Baker, R. C. Caldwell, Frances Thomas, Janet Wood and Charles Caldwell. She is survived by her children, Diane Ely of...
William H. "Bill" Gant
Aug 21, 2024
Mr. Willam H. "Bill" Gant, age 93 of Stockbridge, passed away on August 21, 2024. He was a long time member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Jonesboro. He retired from the Federal Reserve. He was preceded in death by his wife; Frankie Gant. He is survived by his daughter; Gayle Cynthia Pritchard of Stockbridge, grandchild; Heather Lee Pritchard of...
