Obituaries

Oct 20, 2021

Isaac "Ike" Coleman, age 87, of Acworth, Georgia passed away on Wednesday, October 20, 2021.

Ike is survived by his wife, Jimmie Coleman, and his loving family. A visitation for Ike will be held Saturday, October 23, 2021, from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm at Winkenhofer Pine Ridge Funeral Home, 2950 North Cobb Pkwy, Kennesaw, Georgia 30152....

Oct 11, 2021

Kerry Lee Morgan, age 60, of Rentz, passed away on October 11, 2021.

Mr. Morgan was a Veteran of the United States Air Force and was employed at Middle Georgia Business Products. He enjoyed fishing, music, and remodeling homes. He was preceded in death by his mother, Shirley Young Morgan; brother, Wesley Morgan, and his son-in-law, Dusty...

Oct 10, 2021

Olivia Jane Jackson Stevens - beloved wife, mother, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, and friend to so many - went home to be with her Lord Jesus Christ on Sunday, October 10, 2021. She was born to S.H. Jackson, Sr., and Louise Moye Jackson on March 12, 1940, in Donovan Georgia. She was married on September 5, 1959, to the love...

Oct 9, 2021

Peggy Walker, of Dexter, passed away after a long-term illness on October 9, 2021. She spent many years caring for the elderly as a caregiver; and she loved spending time with her only grandchild, Aria.

She is survived in life by her two sons, John and Daniel Walker, and their spouses; and her granddaughter Aria Walker.

Oct 7, 2021

Joyce Prior Hawkins of Dublin, Georgia, age 95, passed away peacefully in her sleep in the comfort of her home on Thursday, October 7, 2021. Visitation will be held at Townsend Brothers Funeral Home, Dublin, from 10:00 to 10:45 AM on Saturday, October 16, 2021, to be followed by procession and graveside service at Northview Cemetery.  Reverend Tommy Pulliam...

Oct 6, 2021

Royce James Waid, age 36, of Dublin, passed away on October 6, 2021.

Royce was born in Laurens County on March 29, 1985, and was a graduate of West Laurens High School and the Heart of Georgia Technical College. He received the Who's Who Award and was a prior employee of TV 35, Freedom P.C., Hometown Supply,...

Oct 6, 2021

Sherilyn Coleman Hester, age 77, of Rentz, passed away on Wednesday, October 6, 2021, surrounded by her loving family.

Mrs. Hester was born in Laurens County on February 27, 1944, to the late Roger A. and Myraline Coleman. She was a member of Antioch Baptist Church and was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt.

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Oct 1, 2021

Mr. Curtis Hansel Brinson, age 80, passed away Friday, October 1, 2021, at his residence.

Mr. Brinson was born September 15, 1941, in Treutlen County, Georgia. He was preceded in death by his parents, David Brinson and Adel Cox Brinson; grandson, Mathew Spires; great great granddaughter, McKenna Lakey, and son in law, Willie Spires.

He...

Oct 1, 2021

Mr. George Benjamin Lindsey, Jr., age 95, passed away Friday, October 1, 2021 at his residence.

Mr. Lindsey was born August 24, 1926 in Rentz, Georgia; he was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, the late Dorothy Louise Lindsey and his parents, George B. Lindsey, Sr. and Alma Achord Lindsey.

A veteran,...

Sep 30, 2021

David K. Rowe, age 87, a resident of St. Augustine, FL, and formerly of Flowery Branch, Hall County, Georgia, died September 30, 2021. Graveside services will be held at Rock Springs Baptist Church Cemetery in Laurens County, Dublin, GA at 11:00 AM on Thursday, October 7, 2021.

He was born in Laurens County, Dublin, GA, on December...

Sep 28, 2021

Claude Richard Hounshell, age 77, of Huntsville, AL, passed away on Tuesday, September 28, 2021, surrounded by his loving family.

Mr. Hounshell was born in Fleming, Kentucky, of September 29, 1943, to the late Claude E. and Susan Mary Hounshell. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force and after service worked many dedicated years...

Sep 25, 2021

David Faulk, 72, of Cedar Grove, passed away on September 25, 2021.

Mr. Faulk was born in Dublin to the late Mr. G.D. Faulk and Mrs. Hazel Faulk. He was a longtime farmer and tractor mechanic. He loved to collect anything especially if it had rust on it. He retired from Laurens County Public Works after serving...

Sep 24, 2021

William Thomas went to be with his Lord and Savior in heaven on September 24, 2021.

Born on March 7, 1992, a lifelong resident of Laurens County, Will was a vibrant and loving husband, son, brother, uncle, grandson, nephew, and cousin. Will loved life and he loved people. His infectious personality afforded him many friends both young...

Sep 22, 2021

Joanne Stewart Jones, 79, of East Dublin, passed away on September 22, 2021.

A graveside memorial service will be held on Monday, September 27, 2021, at 10:00 AM in Dublin Memorial Gardens. Rev. Kelly Maddox will officiate.

Mrs. Jones worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse. She was also a self-employed dog groomer who was a...

Sep 22, 2021

Warner Jean Brantley, age 84, of Dublin, passed away on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Mrs. Brantley was born in Johnson County on September 19, 1937, to the late Dewey and Gladys Carter. She was owner and operator of Brantley Grocery Store and retired from Bil Jo Shirt Factory. Mrs....

Sep 21, 2021

Kathy Graham Hutcheson, age 69, of Dublin, passed away on Tuesday, September 21, 2021.

Mrs. Kathy was a member of Eastside Baptist Church and was employed at Wal-Mart as a greeter. She was preceded in death by her parents, Marcus and Minnie Bryant, and her husband, Jerry Graham. Kathy was a loving mother, grandmother, and great friend...

Sep 21, 2021

Valosta Griffin Horton, 77, of Dublin, GA, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 21, 2021.

A graveside service will be held by Townsend Brothers Funeral Home at Dublin Memorial Gardens at 11:00 AM on Saturday, September 25, 2021. Rev. Keith Collins will officiate. The family will receive friends at the home of Tanya and Bobby LeRoy.

Sep 21, 2021

Robert T. Drew, age 77, transitioned peacefully to his heavenly home on September 21, 2021, at his residence.  Born December 11, 1943, in Dublin Georgia, Robert was the son of the late Stephen Earl Drew and Mary Lizzie Swinson.  He was also preceded in death by his sister of choice, Betty Ross.

Robert was the true picture...

Sep 20, 2021

Mildred Coker Knowles, age 82, of Dublin, Georgia passed away on Monday, September 20, 2021, at her home surrounded by family.  Visitation will be held at Townsend Funeral Home, Dublin from 10:00 to 10:45 on Thursday, September 23, 2021, to be followed by procession and graveside service at Northview Cemetery.  Reverend Dr. Cliff Morris will be officiating.

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Sep 18, 2021

Mr. Alvin "Pee Wee" Smith, Jr. passed away on September 18, 2021, at the age of 69 after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by loved ones.

Mr. Smith served his country for twenty years while in the Army National Guard and the Reserves. He worked for J.P. Stevens/Forstmann for many years and later worked for the...