Obituaries

Sep 2, 2018

James “Mike” Brooks

April 17,1963 – September 2, 2018

Mike Brooks went to meet his Savior on September 2, 2018 at his residence. Mike was born in Macon, GA on April 17, 1963 to Elizabeth and Bill Brooks. He was a graduate of Jones County High School. Mike and his wife, Hazel owned and operated...

Sep 1, 2018

Barbara F. Eckert Brooks Hubbard, 83, passed away on Saturday, September 1, 2018. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, September 4, 2018 at 2:00 P.M. at Cedar Ridge Cemetery, with the Reverend Scott McMillan officiating. A visitation will be 30 minutes prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Jones County...

Sep 1, 2018

Mary E. Lanthrip 77, passed away Saturday, September 1, 2018. Services will be held on Saturday, September 8, 2018, 11:00 AM at Middle Georgia Memorial Gardens. The family will greet friends Friday, September 7, 2018 from 6-8 PM at Hart’s Mortuary, Jones County Chapel in Gray, GA.

Mary was born on April 3, 1941 in Sandersville GA...

Sep 1, 2018

Dr. Carlos Gregory Grantham of Gray, Georgia passed away peacefully at his home September 1, 2018. He was born in Coffee County, Georgia to Mr. and Mrs. C. B. Grantham. After completing undergraduate studies at the University of Georgia, he attended the Medical College of Georgia, graduating in 1963. Dr. Grantham interned at Macon Hospital and opened a general...

Aug 31, 2018

Ben Brannen, 71, passed away on August 31, 2018. Graveside services will be held at 11:00AM, Wednesday, September 5, 2018 at Macon Memorial Park with the Reverend Jeff Cook officiating. The family will greet friends Tuesday from 5PM to 7PM at Hart’s, Cherry Street. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mulberry Street United Methodist Church 719...

Aug 29, 2018

Sandra Johnson Thompson passed away on August 29, 2018 surrounded by her family. Funeral services will be held on Friday, August 31, 2018 at 1:00PM at Hart’s Mortuary, Jones County Chapel with Robby Kerr officiating. Interment will follow the service at Elam Memorial Gardens. The family will greet friends at Hart’s, Jones County Chapel on Thursday, August 30, 2018...

Aug 27, 2018

Alan Ray Deuley, 70, passed away peacefully Monday, August 27, 2018, at his home in Jones County. He was surrounded by his loving family who had the privilege to care for him during an extended illness.

A man of countless talents, Alan could "do it all." As an expert craftsman, musician, horse whisperer, and mentor he touched...

Aug 25, 2018

Macon, GA - Timothy Michael “Mike” Cook passed away on Saturday, August 25, 2018 in Macon, Bibb County, Georgia, after a lengthy illness. Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, August 28, 2018 at 9 AM, at Riverside Cemetery. Rev. Mike Gibbs will be officiating. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 on Monday, August 27, 2018 at Hart’s...

Aug 25, 2018

Leona Muriel Dockery O’Hara was born on January 25, 1918 in New Bedford, Massachusetts. She graduated from McLean Hospital Nursing School in 1939. Leona joined the United States Army in 1941. She served in Georgia, Alabama, Puerto Rico, Panama Canal and Hawaii. Leona received the American Theatre Service Medical and the American Defense Medal.

Leona was married...

Aug 24, 2018

Ervin Callie Hamilton, Jr. passed away August 24, 2018. Funeral Services will be private.

Ervin was born in Richmond, Virginia. He served in the United States Navy and graduated from The Citadel in 1969. Ervin loved his family, camping, and the outdoors. He was a lifelong Atlanta Falcons fan.

Ervin is survived by his three...

Aug 24, 2018

Philip Warren Kitchens, 59, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on August 24, 2018, with loved ones by his side at Pine Pointe Hospice. Funeral Services will be Monday, August 27, 2018, 2 PM, at Wheeler Heights Baptist Church with Reverend Franklin Etheridge officiating. The family will greet friends at the church from 1 PM until...

Aug 24, 2018

Patricia Nylund passed away on August 24, 2018 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Tampa, Florida on October 25, 1940. Funeral services will be private.

She was a graduate of Troy State University, Troy AL., and later went on to teach school as an elementary school teacher with the Florida school district. She also...

Aug 24, 2018

George Daniel Hudson, Sr., 89, of Macon, passed away August 24, 2018. Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM, Monday, August 27, 2018 at Hart’s at The Cupola. Dr. Richard Kremer will officiate. Visitation will be held from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Sunday, August 26, 2018 at Hart’s at The Cupola. Burial will be at Macon Memorial Park....

Aug 24, 2018

Carolyn Canington Goree, 92, of Macon, GA passed away on August 24, 2018. She was preceded in death by her husband, David W. Goree. She is survived by two daughters, Sheila Goree Rigsby of Macon, GA, and Melanie Goree Candler of Milledgeville, GA; two grandsons, Jason Rigsby and Ryan (Chris) Rigsby; and great-granddaughter, Alice Rigsby. Carolyn was a devoted...

Aug 23, 2018

Mary M. Ray, of Gray, passed away Thursday, August 23, 2018. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, August 26, 2018, at 3:00 PM, at Hart’s Mortuary Jones County Chapel. The Reverend Gary Thomas will officiate. Burial will be private. The family will greet friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

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Aug 21, 2018

John Norman Burrows, 37, passed away Tuesday, August 21, 2018. John worked as Journeyman Millwright and was a proud Brother of Local Union 1263. John enjoyed going to flea markets, riding his motorcycle, and spending time with his family. He was known for his giving heart and a laugh like no other. John was preceded in death by his...

Aug 21, 2018

Peter George Coon, Sr. passed away on August 21, 2018 surrounded by his loving family. Memorial services will be held Friday, August 24, 2018 at 4:00PM at Ingleside Baptist Church, 834 Wimbish Road, Macon, GA 31210 with Dr. Tim McCoy and Dr. Mark Hudgins officiating. The family will greet friends at Hart’s Mortuary, Jones County Chapel, 307 Pecan Lane,...

Aug 20, 2018

Robert “Bobby” Preston McWilliams, 74, of Macon, passed away August 20, 2018. The family will greet friends from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM Thursday, August 23, 2018 at Hart’s at the Cupola. Graveside service with military honors will be Friday, August 24, 2018 at 11:00 AM at Macon Memorial Park.

Mr. McWilliams was an avid outdoorsman. He...

Aug 20, 2018

Lisa Grimes Gibbs passed away Monday, August 20, 2018. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, August 23, 2018 at 7 pm at Hart’s Mortuary, Jones County Chapel, 307 Pecan Lane, Gray GA 31032 with Dr. Greg Thompson officiating. The family will greet friends one hour prior to the memorial service.

Mrs. Gibbs was the daughter of...

Aug 19, 2018

This is an obituary that is really a reflection on a life well lived. Wesley Walker lived life to the fullest! Wesley laughed louder, hugged longer, prayed deeper and loved fuller with each passing year. If you were blessed to be a friend of Wesley, you were a friend for life. His sense of humor and positive attitude remained...