Libby Glosson
May 7, 2026
Mary Elizabeth (Libby) Daniel Glosson, 71, of Jonesboro, passed away May 7th, 2026, surrounded by family. Libby was a 1972 graduate of Walter F. George High School and Atlanta Tech's class of 1974. She was a much-loved mother and Mimi, a survivor, and determined about anything she set her mind to. She loved spending time with her family and friends,...
Bonnie Lee Turner
May 6, 2026
Bonnie Lee Turner, age 76, of Jonesboro, passed away on May 6, 2026. She was born on August 28, 1949, in Atlanta, GA to the late Robert L. and Evelyn Bates Chafin. Bonnie grew up in southwest Atlanta and graduated from Southwest High School in 1967. The following year, she married her beloved husband, Michael Turner. Together, they raised their...
Gus Born
May 1, 2026
Mr. Gus Born, age 71, of Monticello, passed away on May 1, 2026. He was born on March 1, 1955 to the late Roger and Essie Born. He was also preceded in death by his brother-in-law: Tommy Tucker, Jr and his sister-in-law: Bonnie Cochran. Mr. Born is survived by his wife: Connie, daughter: Amanda (Matthew) Busby of Monticello, brother: Philip...
Larry Sanford Yarbrough
May 1, 2026
Larry Sanford Yarbrough, born in October 1945, passed away May 1, 2026. A resident of Jonesboro since 1975, Larry built a life marked by humor, integrity, and devotion to those he loved. Larry graduated from LaGrange College in 1967 with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting before proudly serving in the United States Army from 1967 to 1970. His professional...
Grace "Gracie" Lee Loggins Barrett
Apr 29, 2026
Grace "Gracie" Lee Loggins Barrett, daughter of Rev. Lumpkin Duncan and Julia Harrison Loggins, was born May 17, 1934, in White County, Georgia. She was the last of 13 children and a twin to her sister Ruby. She grew up on the family farm in Commerce, Georgia, where she raised goats, picked cotton, milked cows and graduated from Commerce High...
Peggy Louise Cox
Apr 27, 2026
Peggy Hall Cox, born on June 11, 1937, in Jonesboro, Georgia, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2026 at her home in Senoia, Ga. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and treasured friend to many. Her life was well-lived and was defined by love, faith, service, and devotion to her family. A long-time member of the First Baptist Church...
Barry Robert Wearne
Apr 27, 2026
Barry Robert Wearne, Ret. MSGT USAF, passed away on April 27, 2026. He served in the USAF for 20 years. He was born on October 6, 1946 to the late William C. Wearne, Jr., and Geraldine Boisvert Wearne in New Britian, CT. He was also preceded in death by his wife; Betty Porter Wearne and a brother; Bruce Bernard Wearne....
Nancy Jo Meares
Apr 22, 2026
Mrs. Nancy Jo Meares, age 59 of Jonesboro passed away April 22, 2026. Mrs. Meares was preceded in death by her son: Corey Kyle Meares and her parents: Charles L. Williams and Lora Elizabeth (Allen) Williams. She is survived by her husband: Joe Meares, Jr., son: Joey (Dallas) Meares, III of Macon, brother: Ronald (Sharon) Williams of Senoia, sister: Janice...
Stephanie Taylor
Apr 22, 2026
Ms. Stephanie Taylor, age 52 of McDonough passed away April 22, 2026. She is survived by her sons: Nicholas Bond of McDonough and David (Tarmecia) Smiley of Warner Robins, grandchild, Jayce Bond, and three siblings. Funeral Services will be held at 11 AM Monday, May 18, 2026 in the Chapel of Ford-Stewart Funeral Home. The family will receive friends one...
Craig Scott Bishop
Apr 17, 2026
Mr. Craig Scott Bishop, age 75, of Jonesboro, passed away on April 17, 2026. He was born on January 3, 1951 in Olean, NY to the late Stanley E. and Phyllis Froebel Bishop and also preceded in death by his brother; Stanley Bishop. He retired from Crawford W. Long Hospital / Emory Midtown Hospital. He is survived by his wife;...
Steven F. Hendry
Apr 16, 2026
Mr. Steven F. Hendry, age 68 of Hampton passed away April 16, 2026. Mr. Hendry was retired from U. P. S. as a Mechanic and was employed by Clayton County Refuse Control. He was a Member of the LeRoy Duncan Lodge #262 and the Montgomery Lodge #31 in Zebulon. He was preceded in death by his son: Brandon Lane Hendry,...
Charles A. Nelson Jr.
Apr 14, 2026
Mr. Charles A. Nelson, Jr., age 76 of McDonough passed away April 14, 2026. Born in Atlanta, GA, he was the son of the late Charles A. Nelson, Sr. and Blanche Kilgore Nelson. Charles received his Bachelor's degree from Oglethorpe University. He then graduated from Atlanta Law School, receiving both a LL.B and LL.M degree. He then decided to follow...
Jacqueline "Jackie" W. Nelson
Apr 12, 2026
Mrs. Jacqueline (Jackie) W. Nelson, age 95 of Jonesboro, passed away April 12, 2026. Mrs. Nelson retired after teaching for 38 years with the last teaching district being the Clayton County Board of Education. Mrs. Nelson was a longtime member of Jonesboro First United Methodist Church. Her husband had served the church as pastor in the early 1970s. She was...
Frankie Rosado
Apr 12, 2026
Mr. Frankie Rosado, age 65 of Jonesboro passed away April 12, 2026. He is survived by his daughter: Nicole Arce, son: Frankie Antonio Rosado, Jr., mother: Grace Rosado, brothers: Daniel Ortiz and Davis Vasquez, grandchildren: Catalina Arce and Luna Arce. A Memorial Service will be planned for a later date.
Patrick Russell "Russ" Rainwater
Apr 10, 2026
Mr. Patrick Russell "Russ" Rainwater, age 47 of Jonesboro passed away April 10, 2026. No Services are planned at this time.
Bonnie Jo Johnson
Apr 10, 2026
Bonnie Jo Johnson of Barnesville passed away April 10, 2026. Bonnie was born in Atlanta, Georgia to Jo and Sydney Johnson on September 26, 1940. At an early age, she began piano lessons and became a very accomplished pianist. After graduating from Grady High School, Bonnie attended Truett-McConnell College but after one year returned home. Bonnie worked various office jobs...
Wendell A. Lane
Apr 9, 2026
Mr. Wendell A. Lane, age 66 of Hartwell, GA passed away April 9, 2026. He was preceded in death by his wife: Geraldine Lane, parents: Jack and Charlene Lane and his brothers: Allan Lane, Alvin Lane and Joseph Lane. Wendell is survived by his daughters: Tuesday (Lamas Verdell) Lane of Hartwell and Hollie (Jeffrey) Simpson of Martin, GA, son: Jonathan...
Carol Joy "Ashcroft" Cook
Apr 6, 2026
COOK – Carol Joy (Ashcroft) Cook, age 87, of Jonesboro, Georgia, passed away April 6th, 2026. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Carol grew up as one of two sisters before her family relocated to the "Peach State" of Georgia. It was there, at Andrew College in 1958, that she met the love of her life, Wayne. The two shared a historic...
Tommie Louise Bond
Apr 1, 2026
Tommie Louise Bond, age 80, of McDonough, passed away on April 1, 2026. She was born on February 4, 1946 in Atlanta to the Late Oscar Ralph Folds and Tommie Steele Folds. She was also preceded in death by her brother; Lester Folds. She is survived by her children; Tony (Samantha) Smith of McDonough, Steve Smith of Milner, Michelle Holland...
Carol Fowler Benson
Mar 29, 2026
On Sunday, March 29th 2026, Carol Fowler Benson opened her eyes in the kingdom of Heaven. On Palm Sunday, surrounded by her loving children, she quietly and peacefully slipped the surly bonds of this earth to meet her lord and savior Jesus Christ. Carol reached 80 years old only 10 days earlier. She was a graduate of St. Joseph High...
