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...
Linda Claudine Long
Mar 28, 2026
Linda Claudine Davis Long passed on from this world on Saturday March 28, 2026. Linda was so loved by her family and friends. She helped anyone who asked. Linda was a devout Christian lady and member of the Middle Fayette Church of Christ. She owned a catering service and florist through which she directed many weddings for long time Fayette...
Robert Luther Wardrep
Mar 25, 2026
Mr. Robert Luther Wardrep, age 76, of Tucker, passed away on March 25, 2026. He was born on March 6, 1950 in Ohio. No Services are planned at this time.
William Dale Bennett
Mar 22, 2026
William Dale Bennett, age 74, of Stockbridge, passed away on March 22, 2026. He was born on May 19, 1951 in Atlanta to the late William Thomas Bennett and Minnie Inez King. He was also preceded in death by his daughter; Tracy Smith. He is survived by his daughter; Shawn (Jeffrey) Agur of CO, siblings; Linda (Hank) Grace of Newnan,...
Timothy O'Grady Mcbrayer
Mar 22, 2026
Timothy O'Grady McBrayer, age 59, of Locust Grove, entered into eternal rest and went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on March 22, 2026. A faithful servant of God, Tim lived a life marked by love, kindness, and unwavering devotion to his family and all who knew him. Born on September 2, 1966, in Atlanta, he...
Mark "Bud" Morgan
Mar 21, 2026
Mark "Bud" Morgan, age 70, of Jonesboro, passed away on March 21, 2026. He was born on February 2, 1956 in Chattanooga, TN. He was preceded in death by his mother and step father; Marcheta and Arnold Morgan, father; Edward Hale and sister; Debbie Morgan. He is survived by his wife; Pierrette, children; Kimberly Diane (Kevin Bowen) Morgan of McDonough,...
Nila Faye Hickey Howard
Mar 21, 2026
Nila Faye Hickey Howard, age 94, of College Park, passed away on March 21, 2026. No services are planned at this time.
Dollie Fountain Sheffield
Mar 20, 2026
Dollie Fountain Sheffield, age 83, of Jonesboro, GA, passed away on March 20, 2026. She was born on October 7, 1942 in Gordon, GA to the late James Cecil Fountain and Thelma Brooks Fountain. She was also preceded in death by her siblings; Cecil A. Fountain and Robbie Wilson. She is survived by her husband; Oscar "Russell" Sheffield, son; James...
Laura Janelle Hendricks
Mar 16, 2026
Laura Janelle Hendricks, age 65, of Jonesboro, passed away on March 16, 2026. She was born April 27, 1960 in Atlanta. She was preceded in death by her father; Thomas Stott, Sr. She is survived by her husband; Michael Lee Hendricks, daughter; Heather Leighton (Patrick) O'Neill of LA, mother and step father; Ruenelle and Carl Hickman of Hampton, Siblings; Thomas...
