Vola Mae (Nana) Wofford, Obit (ER) - AM 1180 Radio (2024)

April 14, 2024

Vola Mae (Nana) Wofford, Obit (ER)

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MRS. VOLA MAE (NANA) WOFFORD, age 74, of Gaylesville, Alabama, passed away peacefully, with her loving husband, of 55 years by her side Saturday, April 13, 2024, after a long illness. Mrs. Wofford was born on October 3, 1949 in Loudon, Tennessee, a daughter to the late Homer J. and Minnie Simpson Johnson. She was Baptist by Faith and worked for many years in the glove mill industry before leaving to help care for her precious grandchildren. Mrs. Wofford was preceded in death by sisters the late Patricia England and Anna Rae Woodall, and brother, the late Hubert Lynn Johnson.

Surviving are Her husband, Jerry Wofford; daughter, Rhonda (Jeff) White of Gaylesville, Alabama; son-Stanley (Trish) Wofford of Summerville, Georgia; grandsons, , Damion Moore, Devin White, and Destiny White; granddaughters, Hope Wofford and Grace Wofford; Mrs. Wofford was also the great grandmother of Five; several Nieces and Nephews.

Funeral service will be held Tuesday, April 16th, at 3:30 P.M. from Graveside in Ami Cemetery, Menlo, Georgia, with speakers Tim Smith, Martha Ann Smith, Trish Wofford, and Lamon Ware; Kelsey Johnson singing; Active Pallbearers Damion Moore, Devin White, Destry White, Dallas Moore, Kalen Willingham, Jordan Willingham, and Sebastian Builes.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements for Mrs. Vola Mae (Nana) Wofford.

April 13, 2024

Steve Johnson, Obit (M)

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Mr. Steve Johnson, born August 11, 1962 in Trion, GA, passed away unexpectedly at his home on April 11, 2024. He was 61 years old and had lived an extraordinary life filled with love and adventure. Throughout his life, Steve touched the hearts of many through his kindness, generosity, and unwavering commitment to his family.

Steve began his career at Mount Vernon Mills where he was employed for 37 years. He continued his career at Labrie for the remainder of his life. In the workplace, he made an indelible impact with his kind and dedicated spirit. His colleagues remember him not only for his professional achievements, but also for his warm personality and ability to bring joy to the workplace through connecting with others.
Steve’s passions extended far beyond his career and home life; he was always active, maintaining his fitness throughout his life. He also spent countless hours as the family historian and regularly maintained contact with extended family.

Steve was preceded in death by his parents, William Anderson Powell and Nancy Sue Johnson Powell; and a brother, Alex E. Johnson.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Steve was a devoted family man. He is survived by his loving wife, Laura Wright Johnson; his children, Steven Johnson, Shane Johnson, and Ebony Upshaw; his grandson, Zyresse Watkins; siblings, Darryl Powell, Chad Powell, and Anthony Powell; and his mother-in-law, Pearline Willingham. Several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews also survive.

A celebration of Steve’s life will be held at 12:00 Noon Saturday, April 20, 2024, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Robert Barrett officiating. Interment will follow in Allgood Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Spencer Johnson, Blake Johnson, Tyler Powell, Dan Price, Dangloo Price, and Brennon Price. Honorary pallbearers will be his close co-workers, Tim Christopher and Joey Chaney.

Mr. Johnson will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. Friday, April 19, 2024.

Flowers will be accepted or donations may be made to the American Heart Association or to the charity of your choice.

Arrangements are provided by Mason Funeral Home- Summerville, GA.

April 12, 2024

Robert Lee Hines, Obit (C)

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Mr. Robert Lee Hines, age 42 of Summerville, passed away Thursday, April 11, 2024 at his residence.

Robert was born in Ft. Oglethorpe, Georgia on April 9, 1982, son of the late Robert H. Hines and Christine Barrett Hines. He was employed with Shaw Industries and was of the Baptist Faith. Robert was a competitive weightlifter, a hard worker and a phenomenal painter and artist. He was very passionate about sports cars and motorcycles. In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by a step-daughter, Rebecca Kay Ledford.

Robert is survived by his wife, Mary Kay Hines; step-son, Charles Lee Crowe; brother, Jimmy Lee Burrage; mothers-in-law, Kathy Padgett and Connie Padgett; brothers-in-law, Dewey Padgett, William Hotalen and Tony Hotalen; sisters-in-law, Amanda Hotalen, April Hotalen, Debra Hotalen, Shantelle Padgett and Jolene Burgley; and a number of nieces and nephews and additional family members.

Graveside and Interment Services for Robert will be held Sunday, April 14, 2024 at 2:30 P.M. in the Chapel Hill Cemetery with Chaplain Tyrone Johnson officiating.

Pallbearers will be Robert Chitwood, Dewey Padgett, Tommy Wilson, Jackie Garrells, Chuck Ackery, Charles Lee Crowe and Stevie Crowe. Jason Morgan will serve as an honorary pallbearer.

The family will receive friends at the Coffman Funeral Home on Sunday from 12:00 Noon until 2:00 P.M.

The family respectfully asks that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to the Heartlight Hospice Promise Foundation, 307 W. Emery Street, Suite B1, Dalton, GA 30720, or in person to Coffman Funeral Home.

Coffman Funeral Home, Petitt Chapel is honored to be serving the family of Mr. Robert Lee Hines.

Please visit www.coffmanfh.net to sign our online guestbook and post condolences.

April 8, 2024

Jerry Wayne “Duke” Williams, Obit (C)

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Mr. Jerry Wayne “Duke” Williams, age 76 of Trion, passed away Sunday, April 7, 2024 at his residence.

Mr. Williams was born in Cedartown, Georgia on October 2, 1947, son of the late Clifford Williams and Lenora Daphne Hickman Williams. He was a member of the Fellowship Baptist Church and was retired from Mt. Vernon Mills where he worked as an auditor. Mr. Williams helped organize and was very active in the Trion Boy Scout Troop. He loved to play golf, fish and travel, especially to the beach. In addition to his parents, Mr. Williams was preceded in death by a great grandson, Easton Elijah Brown; sisters, Mary Rose Carter, Ruth Grimes, Opal Cox, and Bobbie Smith; and brothers, William Bowman, Gary Young and Jack Bowman.

Mr. Williams is survived by his wife, Pauline Williams; stepsons and daughters-in-law, Paul and Melissa Brown and Allen and Angie Brown; sisters, Kathy Newsome and Roxy Davis; grandchildren, Heather Maton Steele, Ryan Brown, Mercedes Brown, Brandon Brown, Shawn Brown, Jessica Brown, Kayla Hall and Kayla Helton; 18 great grandchildren; 1 great-great grandchild; and a number of nieces and nephews.

Graveside and Interment Services for Mr. Williams will be held Friday, April 12, 2024 at 2:00 P.M. in the Green Hill Memory Gardens with Rev. Sanford DeBerry officiating.

Pallbearers will be Brandon Brown, Shawn Brown, John Henry Thomas, Dewayne Daggett, Richard Sumner and Ron DeBerry. Honorary Pallbearers will be the staff of Tapestry Hospice and friends from Jim’s Family Restaurant.

Coffman Funeral Home, Petitt Chapel is honored to be serving the family of Mr. Jerry Wayne “Duke” Williams.

Please visit www.coffmanfh.net to sign our online guestbook and post condolences.

April 6, 2024

Michael Charles Mason, Obit (M)

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Mr. Michael Charles Mason, age 78, of Huntsville, AL passed away Friday April 5, 2024, in Huntsville, AL. He was born March 28, 1946, in Summerville, GA, the son of the late Charlie and Myrtle Tucker Mason. He was a member of the Mount Zion Baptist Church, retired from Bell South, a veteran of the U.S. Army having served in Vietnam and preceded death by son, Michael Dennis Mason, brother, Danny Mason.

Survivors include wife, Patricia Ann Wooten Mason, sons, Todd (Tracy) Mason, Brad (Heather) Mason, daughter-in-law, Julie Catzin, grandchildren, Addison Mason, Hunter Mason, Charlie Mason, Alyssa Mason, Aaron Mason, brother, Don (Rhonda) Mason, sisters, Doris Hall, Lois Thrift, Peggy (Larry) Overton, Wanda (John) Smith, Carol (Johnny) Slayton, and several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m. (EST) Monday April 8, 2024 from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Gary Harden officiating. Interment with be held 2:00 p.m.(EST) Tuesday April 9, 2024 from the Mount Zion Baptist Church Cemetery 228 Mt Zion Rd Huntsville, AL, with Dr. Kevin Moore officiating.

The Family will receive friends Monday, April 8, 2024 from 12:00 noon (EST) until the hour of service at Mason Funeral Home.

Arrangements are provided by Mason Funeral Home- Summerville, GA.

April 6, 2024

Billy Joe Simpson, Obit (M)

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Mr. Billy Joe Simpson age 88 of Summerville, GA passed away Friday, April 5, 2024 at his residence.

Mr. Simpson was born May 5, 1935 in Rainsville, AL to the late Robert and Bula Talley Simpson. He was retired from Lyerly Rug Mill and was a Free Mason. He enjoyed spending time with his family, reading his Bible, and going to church.

Along with his parents Mr. Simpson is preceded in death by his son, Michael Simpson; and sister, Sharon Morgan.

Survivors include his wife, Betty Simpson; children, Timothy Simpson and Lisa Cordell; grandchildren, Kristy Morgan, Joe Morgan, and Christen Cordell; 5 great grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Funeral services to celebrate the life of Mr. Simpson will take place at 1:00 Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at the chapel of Mason Funeral Home with Rev. David Dutton and Rev. Jake Morrison officiating. Interment with Masonic Rights will follow at West Hill Cemetery with Joe Morgan, Derek Willingham, Heath Noles, Chris Noles, Adam Hunt, Jeff Kirby, David Long, and Tommy Long serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Jaden Barnett, the Free Mason Chattooga Lodge #704, former co-workers from the Lyerly Rug Mill, and caregivers from Tapestry Hospice.

The family will receive friends from 12:00 – 1:00 Tuesday at the funeral home.

Arrangements are provided by Mason Funeral Home, Summerville, GA.

April 6, 2024

Marlene B. Garner, Obit (C)

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Mrs. Marlene B. Garner, age 89 of Trion, Georgia passed away Friday, April 5, 2024 at the Oakview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Mrs. Garner was born in Summerville, Georgia on August 22, 1934, daughter of the late Gordon Bartlett and Izetta Mason Bartlett. She was the owner of Marlene’s Fabrics in Summerville and had been the manager of the Crate Ladies Apparel Store for over 20 years. She was of the Baptist Faith. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Garner was preceded in death by daughters, Lisa Jo Jarrell and Anggie Lee Chandler; a son, Phillip Wayne Garner; and two brothers, Dewayne Bartlett and Marshall Bartlett.

Mrs. Garner is survived by a sister, Glenia Hayes; brother and sister-in-law, James Lee and Brigette Bartlett; grandchildren, Rebecca Hall, Zach (Erin) Reynolds, Christy Chandler, Chandler Staton and Drew Casteel; two great grandchildren, Sawyer Reynolds and Cullen Hall; 6 nephews and 3 nieces.

Funeral Services for Mrs. Garner will be held Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at 12:00 Noon in the Chapel of the Coffman Funeral Home with Minister L.D. Ludy officiating. Interment will follow in the West Hill Cemetery.

Mrs. Garner’s family will receive friends Tuesday morning from 11:00 A.M. until the funeral hour.

Coffman Funeral Home, Petitt Chapel is honored to be serving the family of Mrs. Marlene B. Garner.

Please visit www.coffmanfh.net to sign our online guestbook and post condolences.

April 5, 2024

Dale Warren Stephens, Obit (C)

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Mrs. Dale Warren Stephens, age 78 of Trion, Georgia passed away Thursday, April 4, 2024 at the local emergency facility.

Mrs. Stephens was born in Trion, Georgia on September 6, 1946, daughter of the late Zack Taylor Warren and Martha Jane Rickett Warren. She was a member of the Summerville Church of God and was retired following a career as a switchboard operator with the Chattooga County Hospital and working vending machines with Wometco Enterprises. Mrs. Stephens traveled across the country in her younger years singing Gospel music. She was an avid doll collector, Christmas Village collector, but her favorite activity was being a loving Mother and Granny. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Stephens was preceded in death by a sister, Tina Warren Ware and a granddaughter, Katelynn Bass.

Mrs. Stephens is survived by her children, Brad Stephens, Allen Stephens and Amy Bass; sisters and brothers-in-law, Jan and Jerry Corbin and Gini and Kelly Hamilton; brothers and sister-in-law, Buddy and Sheila Warren and Don Warren; eight grandchildren, Shawna, Jenna, Dalton, Shelby, Tina, Bubba, Cameron and Skyler; 8 great grandchildren, and a number of nieces, nephews and additional family members.

Funeral Services for Mrs. Stephens will be held Saturday, April 6, 2024 at 2:00 P.M. in the Chapel of the Coffman Funeral Home with Rev. David Romine and Rev. Chris Pickle officiating. Private Interment will be held at a later date.

Mrs. Stephens’ family will receive friends Saturday from 12:00 Noon until the funeral hour.

Coffman Funeral Home, Petitt Chapel is honored to be serving the family of Mrs. Dale Warren Stephens.

Please visit www.coffmafh.net to sign our online guestbook and post condolences.

April 3, 2024

Willie Moween Langston Woodall, Obit (M)

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Mrs. Willie Moween Langston Woodall, age 87, of Gadsden, AL, died Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at McGuffey Healthcare in Gadsden.

Mrs. Woodall was born June 21, 1936, in Centre, AL, daughter of the late James L. and Ruby Lee Deering Langston. She was retired from the healthcare field where she worked as a nurse’s aide. Mrs. Woodall loved playing bingo and going to church at the nursing home.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Huey Woodall; sons, Kenneth Nix and Keith Nix; and a sister, Joyce Speer.

Survivors include her grandsons Chad Nix and Cris Nix; and 2 great-grandchildren; 3 special nieces, Linda (Dan) Hicks, Christy (Lane) Bailey, Debra (Darren) Hamilton; 4 great-nephews, Brody Bailey, Joey Hicks, David Sanford, Travis Hamilton; and 3 great-nieces, Stephanie Hicks, Amber Cochran, and Nikki Mullins.

Graveside and interment services will be held at 11:00 A.M. (EST) Friday, April 5, 2024, at AMI Cemetery with Rev. Sanford DeBerry officiating.

Mrs. Woodall will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 10:00 until 10:30 A.M. (EST) on Friday.

Arrangements are provided by Mason Funeral Home- Summerville, GA.

April 3, 2024

Jo Ann Jones, Obit (M)

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Mrs. Jo Ann Jones, age 76, of Gaylesville, AL, died Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at her residence.

Mrs. Jones was born February 26, 1948, in Biloxi, MS, daughter of the late John Franklin Tucker, Sr. and Frances Leora Teague Tucker. She had attended Mount Zion Independent Church, and prior to her retirement, was employed with Mohawk Industries.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James Leon Jones, Jr.

Survivors include her children, Darlene (Richard) McCullough, Franklin (Jenny) Jones, and Beverly Trammell; brother, Junior (Donna) Tucker; a sister, Irene Owen; grandchildren, Eric (Sylvia) McCullough, Lola (Jeremy) Potts, Ashly (Shane) Reynolds, Tiffany (Steven) Ryan, Hillary Atchley, and Melody (Rickey) Turberville; and 12 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. (EST) Friday, April 5, 2024, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Freddie Waldrop officiating. Interment will follow in the Faith Baptist Church Cemetery in Gaylesville. Pallbearers will be Johnnie Mason, Donnie Duff, Michael Young, William Burkhead, Steven Ryan, and Anthony Patterson.

Mrs. Jones will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 12:00 Noon (EST) until the hour of service on Friday.

Arrangements are provided by Mason Funeral Home- Summerville, GA.