Mabbett, John R.
Jackson Progress Argus 22 Oct 1970
John Mabbett, Griffin Leader, Died Tuesday
     Mr. John R. Mabbett, Sr. of 1000 Maple Drive, Griffin, prominent and widely known Griffin business and civic leader, died Tuesday morning at 12:50 o'clock at Emory University Hospital where he had been a patient for 17 days.
     A native of Quitman, Mr. Mabbett had resided in Griffin 39 years. He was educated in the public schools of Quitman and attended Emory University where he was a member of the Kappa Alpha Fraternity.
     Mr. Mabbett owned and operated the John R. Mabbett & Son Petroleum Hauling Company in Griffin. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Griffin, was a former chairman of the Official Board and Superintendent of the Sunday School for 12 years. Mr. Mabbett was a past president of he Griffin Chamber of Commerce, a past president of the Griffin Rotary Club and a member of Griffin Lodge 1207 of Elks.
    Funeral services were conducted Wednesday morning at eleven o'clock from the graveside in the new addition of Oak Hill Cemetery with the Rev. Dumas Shelnutt and Rev. Frank R. Crawley officiating. Haisten Funeral Home of Griffin was in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Mabbett is survived by his wife who, before her marriage, was Miss Annie Wright of Jackson; one daughter, Mrs. J. R. Mabbett, Jr.; one granddaughter, Miss Anne Mabbett; two grandsons, John R. Mabbett, III and Henry Mabbett, all of Griffin.

Mabbett, John R., Jr.
Jackson Progress Argus Jan 1969
John Mabbett Jr. Died Saturday
     Mr. John R. Mabbett, Jr., 38, one of Griffin's most prominent young businessmen and son of the former Miss Annie Rosa Wright of Jackson, died at the Griffin-Spalding County Hospital early Saturday morning after being admitted Friday. He had suffered a cerebral hemorrhage July 18th, 1965 in a fall from a horse and had been confined to his home and hospital since then. Death was attributed to a respiratory failure.
     Mr. Mabbett, who lived in Griffin since he was 15 months old attended Griffin High School, McCallie Prep School, Emory University, and was a graduate of Valdosta State College. He was a member of the First Methodist Church, the Griffin Rotary Club, and Griffin Elks Lodge 1207. He was engaged with his father, J. R. Mabbett, Sr., in the petroleum business.
     Funeral services were held from the graveside in Oakhill Cemetery Sunday afternoon at three o'clock with Dr. Delma Haygood officiating. Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Mabbctt is survived by his wife, Mrs. Annie Jean Mabbett; a daughter, Ann Mabbett; two sons, John Mabbett III and Henry Mabbett; parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Mabbett Sr., all of Griffin.

Mabry, Rufus E.
Jackson Progress Argus 04 Oct 1989
     Rufus E. Mabry of Jackson died Friday.
     The funeral was held Monday at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Donehoo-Lewis Fiuieral Home in Hapeville. Burial was in College Park Memorial Gardens.
     Survivors include his wife, Marie H. Mabry; daughter Anne Thompson of Auburn,
Ala.; sister, Mrs. D. W. Williams Suttles Sr. of Decatur; three grandchildren; one
great-grandchild.
     Donehoo-Lewis Funeral Home in Hapeville was in charge of arrangements.

MacArthur, Edna Adele
Jackson Progress Argus 07 Apr 1993
     Edna Adele MacArthur of Westbury Medical Home died Thurs., April 1, at Sylvan Grove Hospital.
     Funeral services were held Sat., April 3, at the Jackson Church of the Nazarene with Rev. Gary Jakes officiating. Interment was in the Juliette United Methodist Church Cemetery in Monroe County.
     Miss MacArthur was born March 16, 1897 in New York City, daughter of the late Edward and Edith Rockefeller MacArthur.
     She has lived in Butts County since 1960 and in Westbury since 1967. Miss MacArthur was a retired missionary and served more than 30 years with the Hebrew Christian Fellowship. She was a member of the Jackson Church of the Nazarene.
     Survivors include a large number of friends and admirers. Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.
 
MacArthur, Edward Mitchell
Jackson Progress Argus 08 Apr 1965
E. M. MacArthur Died Sunday at Local Hospital
     Mr. Edward Mitchell MacArthur, 91, of Route 3, Jackson, died Sunday, April 4, around 9:30 a. m. at Sylvan Grove Hospital following a long period of declining health.
     A native of Hudson, New York, Mr. MacArthur came to Butts County about five years ago, making his home on the Griffin Highway with his daughter.
     He listed his occupation as bridge tender, which included either a draw bridge or toll operator, while a resident of Miami, Fla. where he made his home for many years. His mother was the late Mrs. Edith Helen Rockfellow MacArthur of Brooklyn. He was a member of the Jackson Nazarene Church.
     Survivors include one daughter, Miss Edna Adele MacArthur of Jackson; several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were conducted Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Jackson Nazarene Church with the Rev. Ralph Goodwin officiating. Interment was in the Crum family cemetery on the Griffin Highway. Haisten Funeral Home had charge of plans.
     Pallbearers were Tyrus Grant, Bob Fincher, Frank Lofton, M. B. Cook, Barnett Kirkland and Ben Anderson.

Maccagnono, Barbara Allen Hooten
  Jackson Progress-Argus, December 10, 1953
Mrs. Maccagnono Dies in Arizona
     Jackson and Butts county friends of Mrs. Barbara Allen Maccagnono, 30, regret to learn of her death which occurred Monday, November 30, at the Phoenix, Arizona, Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. She succumbed following an operation for a severe abdominal infection.
     As the former Miss Barbara Allen Hooten she lived in Butts county during 1947 and again during 1950. She was a native of Mesa, Arizona, but had more recently lived in Buckeye, Arizona. For the last three years she had been associated with American Airways as a secretary.
     She was a member of the Catholic Church. Funeral services were held later in the week from the Paul Ganley Funeral Home. Interment was in the Buckeye cemetery.
     Survivors are her mother, Mrs. Jenny E. Hooten, Buckeye; daughter, Deborah Maccagnono; two sisters, Mrs. R. R. Couch, Jackson, Mrs. Ed Carr, Buckeye; two brothers, Jesse A. Hooten, Buckeye and Harvey L. Hooten, Jackson.
     Mrs. Jenny Hooten and her granddaughter, Deborah, had arrived here for a Christmas visit with the Hootens and Couchs November 25 only to be notified of her daughter's critical illness and subsequent death. Mrs. Hooten, Deborah, Mrs. Couch and Mrs. Harvey Hooten left by motor for Arizona immediately upon hearing of Mrs. Maccagnono's death. They are expected to return this weekend.

Mackey, Mr.
The Jackson Argus July 26, 1894
     Mr. Mackey, who has been sick of typhoid fever for several weeks past, died at the home of his father, Mr. Henry Mackey, in this county, on last Friday.

Mackey, Annie L. Moody McMichael
  The Jackson Progress-Argus December 8, 1922
Mrs. Annie Mackey Called To Reward.
     Mrs. Annie Mackey, 59 years of age, passed away at her home near Flovilla Tuesday afternoon at 2:15 o'clock, death being attributed to paralysis. Mrs. Mackey suffered a stroke seven years ago and had been totally paralyzed. The disease gradually wore down her strength and after years of suffering the end came Tuesday afternoon.
     Before her marriage Mrs. Mackey was Miss Annie Moody of Butts county. Her splendid Christian character endeared her to all with whom she came in contact and her passing is mourned by hosts of friends. She was a consistent member of the Primitive Baptist church.
     The funeral was held at Stark Methodist church Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, and Elder Dan Henderson, of Jonesboro, conducted the rites in the presence of friends and relatives. Burial was in the church yard.
     Mrs. Mackey is survived by two sons, Mr. E. J. McMichael, of Canton, Ga., and Mr. B. T. McMichael, of Butts county; three daughters, Mrs. Florrie Giles and Miss Lucile Mackey, of Butts county and Mrs. Lessie Finney, of Holton; her mother, Mrs. M. A. Moody, and three brothers, Messrs. Ed, Reese and Festus Moody.

Mackey, Cleo Dessa Tomlin
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Jan 1987
     Cleo Dessa Tomlin Mackey, 93, formerly of 246 N. Mulberry St., Jackson, died Sunday evening at Westbury Medical Care Home in Jenkinsbrug where she had lived for the past seven years.
     The funeral was held Tuesday at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with the Rev. Howard Porter officiating. Burial was in the Sardis Baptist Church cemetery in Henry County.
     Mrs. Mackey was born in Newton County, daughter of the late Calvin David Tomlin and Claudia Mae Piper Tomlin. She was the widow of Paul Franklin Mackey and was a member of the Jackson Church of the Nazarene.
     Survivors include five daughters, Marie Latham of Covington, Mary Pope and Kathleen Boyd, both of Jackson, Willie Rue Noel of Anderson, Ind., and Sara Harris of Cartersville; sons, Henri Mackey of Georgetown, Ga., Wendell Mackey of Tallapoosa, and Charles Mackey of. Jackson; sisters, Rosa Lee George of Doraville and Emily Bonner of Conyers; brother, Olin Tomlin of Hawaii; many grandchildren,
great-grandchildren, great - great - grandchildren, nephews, and nieces.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Mackey, Earnest Tolbert
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Jul 1975
E. T. Mackey Passes At VA Hospital
     Mr. Earnest Tolbert Mackey, 67, of 4300 Shady Lane Way, Forest Park, died early Sunday morning, July 20th, at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Atlanta after an extended illness.
     He was born July 3, 1908 in Monroe County, the son of the late Mr. Riley Mackey and Miss Lilly Arnold Mackey. He was a veteran of World War II and was a correctional officer with the City of Atlanta.
     Funeral services were conducted at three o'clock Monday afternoon from Sherrell's Chapel with the Rev. A. L. Price, pastor of the Second Baptist Church and Rev. Wallace Small officiating. Interment was in Sandy Creek Cemetery with Sherrell Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Survivors include his wife Mrs. Martha Smith Mackey; one son, Earnest T. Mackey, Jr. of Forest Park; one daughter, Mrs. Shirley Piatt of Forest Park; a son-in-law, Mr. Tony Pratt of Forest Park; one grandchild, Terry Pratt, Forest Park; three brothers, Henry Mackey of Florida, Charlie Mackey of Forsyth, George Mackey of Macon; four sisters, Mrs. Lucile Shannon of Rome, Mrs. Annie Kate Smith of Atlanta, Mrs. Lillian Jenkins of Forsyth, Mrs. Ellie Mae Speir of Forsyth; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Lamont Hopkins, Troy Norsworthy, Marion Parker, Jack Queen, Acie Smith, Kenneth Mackey.

Mackey, Henry
  Middle Georgia Argus August 14, 1889
A Sad Death
Citizen of Butts County Passes Peacefully Away
     It is with regret that we announce the death of Mr. Henry Mackey, an old and highly esteemed citizen of the county who died at his home near Sardis church on Thursday and was buried at that church Friday. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. James Campbell. He was a zealous and prominent member of Sardis. Way back in the 50's Mr. Mackey came to our county from New York and for many years was foreman of the Nutting Cotton Mills at ___ Islands, in this county. Mr. Mackey leaves a wife, two sons and a daughter to mourn his death.
   
Mackey, Jessie Smith Williamson
Jackson Progress Argus 2 May 1984
     Mrs. Jessie Smith Williamson Mackey, 70, formerly of Route 1, Flovilla, died Saturday morning at the Florence Hand Nursing Home in LaGrange where she was a patient.
     Born in Butts County, Mrs. Mackey was the daughter of the late Austin C. Smith and Janie Cawthon Smith. She was a member of the Jackson Church of the Nazarene and was a retired employee of Avondale Mills. For many years she served was a caterer. for the Jackson Kiwanis Club as well as other clubs and civic functions.
     Survivors include three sons, Benjamin O. (Spud) Williamson of Flovilla, William D. Williamson of Kellyton, Ala., and Horace H. Williamson of Lubbock, Texas; daughters, Gloria W. Prater of Warm Springs and Patricia W. Sark of Macon; stepson, Robert W. (Bobby) Mackey of Jackson; stepdaughter, Paula M. Pinholster of Cartersville; 13 grandchildren; three great- grandchildren; sisters, Elizabeth S. Maddox, Marion S. Wise, and Jeanette S. Mangham, all of Jackson; brothers, W. A. Smith of Flovilla, Alfonzo (Bo) Smith and William E. (Pete) Smith, both of Jackson; several nieces and nephews.
     Services were held Sunday at 4 p. m, at the Jackson Church of the Nazarene with the Rev. Howard Porter, the Rev. Ralph Goodwin, and the Rev. W. M. Sheridan officiating. Burial was the Jackson city cemetery.
     Pallbearers were Dennis Mangham, Ricky Mangham, Walter Smith Lewis Maddox, Fred Hamlin, and Phil Maddox. Members of the Jackson Kiwanis Club were honorary pallbearers.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Mackey, Paul Franklin
Jackson Progress Argus 21 Sep 1944
Paul F. Mackey Slain By Auto On Highway 42
Cutting and Gathering Hay When Hit by Car. Ezra Smith, Negro Held on Man Slaughter Charge
     Paul F. Mackey, 55 years of age, one of the county's successful and widely known farmers, was killed Saturday afternoon at 3 o'clock on, Highway 42 near the C. J. Greer, home when he was hit by a car driven by Ezra Smith, Negro residing on the J. Smith farm at Cork.
     The tragedy occurred as Mr. Mackey and his son were cutting and gathering hay on the highway shoulders. In attempting to cross the highway Mr. Mackey was hit by the automobile, proceeding towards Jackson.
     The body, badly mangled about the face and head and with one leg almost severed, was dragged for a considerable distance.
     Sheriff J. D. Pope, who investigated the accident, arrested Smith and he is being held jail on a charge of manslaughter and reckless driving. The car, a 1937 model Ford was without brakes and horn, the sheriff said.
     Witnesses declare the Smith car was traveling at between 60 and 70 miles an hour.
     Ray Bishop is said to have been among those who passed Smith near the Open Air barbecue stand.
     Considerable excitement prevailed when news of the tragedy spread.
     Universal regret was expressed by friends of Mr. Mackey and family.
     Mr. Mackey, son of William F. and May Smith Mackey, was born in Henry county. He spent a considerable portion of his life in Butts county where he had established a reputation for industry and thrift. He recently acquired a modern home on the Watkins Park and Pool Road and was recognized as one of the county's best farmer.
     He was a member of New Hope church in Henry county and of Worthville lodge of Masons. He had many friends in this county and section.
     Survivors are his wife. the former Miss Odessa Tomlin of Newton county; four sons, Henri, Robert and Charles of Jackson, and Wendell Lee Mackey, U. S. Army; five daughters, Mrs. Henry Latham, Mrs. E. W. Cook, Mrs. J. P. Byrd, Miss Sara Mackey of Jackson and Mrs. Millard Payne of Griffin. He is also survived by nine grandchildren.
Impressive and largely attended funeral services were held at Sardis church at 3:30 Tuesday afternoon. Rev. E. M. Wise of the Jackson Methodist church and Rev. J. B. Stodghill of the Worthville Baptist church officiated and paid high tribute to this widely known citizen. The Masons had charge of the services at the grave, with an escort acting as pallbearers.
     Burial was in the churchyard with Thornton Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     
Mackey, Robert Willington
Jackson Progress Argus 12 Dec 1958
R. W . Mackey Was Killed Friday As T rock Overturns
     Robert W. Mackey, 42, of Route 1, Flovilla, former textile employee, was instantly killed about nine o'clock Friday night when the pickup truck he was driving overturned near the intersection of the Barnett's bridge and Jackson Lake Inn roads, six miles northeast of Jackson.
     A passenger, Dorris Wise of Jackson, escaped with only minor injuries. The truck overturned, it is believed, as Mackey sought to make a left turn into the Barnett's Bridge road, pinning him beneath and inflicting almost instant death. There was some indication that locked brakes might have been the cause of the accident.
     Butts County Deputy Sheriff Hugh Polk and State Patrolmen Allen Putnam and David J. Higginbotham investigated the accident.
     Mr. Mackey's death brought to three the number of people killed in traffic accidents in Butts county this year. In 1957 Butts county was one of the few counties in the state with a death-free record for its roads and highways.
     Funeral services for Mr. Mackay were held Sunday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock at the Jackson Nazarene Church with the Rev. Ralph Goodwin, pastor, officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Jessie Mae Williamson Mackey; mother, Mrs. P. F. Mackey, Cartersville; daughter, Miss Paula Jean Mackey, Flovilla; son Robert' Franklin Mackey, Jackson; sisters, Mrs. J. D. Pope Sr., Jackson; Mrs. Henry Latham, Covington; Mrs. Wesley Harris, Cartersville; Mrs. Nelson Noel, LaFayette, Ind.; Mrs. J. P. Boyd, Cleveland; brothers, O. H. Mackey, Cuthbert, W. E. Mackey, Carrollton; Charles E. Mackey, Jackson.
     The body lay in state 30 minutes at the Nazarene Church prior to the service.
     Pallbearers were J. D. Pope Sr., J. P. Boyd, Henry Latham, Wesley Harris, Glenn Mangham, Alfonso Smith.

Mackey, Ruby Estelle Biles
Jackson Progress Argus Dec 1943
Funeral Services For Mrs. Mackey Held Wednesday
     Funeral services for Mrs. Robert Mackey, 24 years of age, who died at 2 o'clock Monday afternoon at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. B. Biles, were held Wednesday morning at 11 o'clock at Towaliga Baptist church. The pastor, Rev.
Charlie Clark, of Macon, officiated and burial was in the churchyard. Thornton Funeral Homes directed arrangements.
     Friends and relatives showed their esteem by lovely floral offerings.
     The pallbearers. were Henry Lathan, Onree Mackey, Charles Mackey, Millard Payne, Milton Mangham and Bill Stewart.
     Mrs. Mackey's death followed an illness of several months. The past summer she was taken to Atlanta for treatment and an operation, but her condition did not improve. For several weeks she had been with her parents.
     As the former Miss Ruby Biles she attended the public schools here and was an attractive young woman and had hosts of friends who are saddened at her death. Mrs. Mackey was a member of Towaliga church.
     She is survived by her husband and two children, Bobby Frank and Pauly Jean; her parents and five sisters, Staff Sergeant Frances Biles, member of the Women's Army Corps, Camp Shelby, Miss. Mrs. Milton Mangham, Miss Pauline Biles and Mrs. Nellie Richardson of Jackson, and Miss Jewell Biles of the Waves, stationed in Atlanta.
        
Mackey, Smith Davis
Jackson Progress-Argus, December 15, 1949.
Mr. and Mrs. Mackey Lose Their Small Son.
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Mackey of Forsyth route 1 sympathize with them in the death of their 5-months-old son, Smith Davis Mackey, which occurred at 9 p.m. Friday in Strickland Memorial Hospital. Funeral services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. at Sandy Creek church and Rev. T. J. Thaxton officiated. Burial was in the churchyard with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     In addition to his parents, the child is survived by one brother, Ernest Mackey, Jr.; grandmother, Mrs. Susie Smith; grandfather, Riley Mackey.

Mackin, Lena
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Aug 1954
Mrs. Lena Mackin, Mother Mrs. Comer, Passes August 13.
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. J. M. L. Comer and family sympathize with them in the death of Mrs. Comer's mother, Mrs. Lena Mackin, which occurred August 13 in Lawrenceville.
     Funeral services were held Saturday at 4 p. m. in the First Methodist Church in Lawrenceville.
     Survivors are her husband; two daughters, including Mrs. J. M. L. Comer; two brothers; two sisters and two grandchildren, Reginald and Bruce Comer.
     Among those from Jackson attending the funeral were Mt. and Mrs. A. B. Duncan, Miss Ruby Rumsey, Mrs. Mildred Raven, Mr. LeRoy O'Neal, Rev. P. M. Minter, Mrs. R. P. Harrison, Mrs. Fred Caldwell, Miss Sara Smith, Mr. Willis McElheney.

Macon, Hugh
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Mar 1987
      Hugh Macon, 72, of Knoxville, Tenn., died Thursday morning in Knoxville. Graveside funeral services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. at Macedonia Baptist Church in Butts County with the Rev. Randall Macon officiating.
     Mr. Macon was the husband of the late Ruth Bankston Macon, a former resident of Butts County.
     Survivors include two sons, Randall Macon of Knoxville and Bruce Macon of Seattle, Wash.; a grandson, Bryan Macon of Knoxville; and a brother, Ed Macon of St. Petersburg, Fla.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Macon, Ruth Bankston
Jackson Progress Argus 05 Dec 1974
Mrs. Macon, Butts Native, Buried Monday
     Mrs. Ruth Bankston Macon, 65, of 7741 Yount Road, Knoxville, Tenn., died Saturday afternoon at the Shannondale Health Care Center in Knoxville after a short illness.
     A native of Butts County, she was the daughter of the late Mr. Henry Bankston and the late Mrs. Carrie Yancey Bankston, both of Butts County.
     She was a graduate of Jackson High School and the Piedmont Hospital School of Nursing in Atlanta. Mrs. Macon was a member of the Windsor Forest Baptist Church in Savannah.
     Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at 2:00 from the Chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson with the Rev. R.W. Jenkins, pastor of the Macedonia Baptist Church, officiating. Interment was in the Macedonia Baptist Church cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Macon is survived by her husband, Hugh Macon of Knoxville, Tenn.; two sons, Randall Macon of Knoxville and Bruce Macon of Athens; one brother, Donald Bankston of Jackson, and a grandson, Bryan Macon of Knoxville.
     Pallbearers were Harold Brooks, Nevin Duffey, Bailey Jones, Willis McClure, Andrew Cook, and Howard Greer.

Madden, Dannie C., Mrs.
Jackson Progress Argus 15 Dec 1977
Mrs. Madden Is Buried At Locust Grove
     Mrs. Dannie C. Madden, 91, passed away early Sunday morning at Westbury Medical Care Home in Jenkinsburg following a lengthy period of declining health. She had been at Westbury for 16 years, the longest time any patient had resided at the home.
She was wife of the late J. C. Madden, of Locust Grove, who preceded her in death in May 1948.
     Funeral services were conducted Monday at 2:30 o'clock from the Locust Grove Baptist Church with the Rev. Jack Bridges and the Rev. W. D. Mendum, pastor, officiating. Interment was in Locust Grove Cemetery. The body lay in state from two o'clock until time of the service. D, T. Carmichael & Son of McDonough was in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Madden is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Joe Fulcher of Covington, Mrs. P. T. Wynn of Griffin, and Mrs. M. A. Price of Jackson; a son, W. F. Madden of McDonough; a daughter-in law, Mrs. J. C. Madden, Jr., of Panama City, Fla.; 12 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.

Madden, W. Frank
Jackson Progress Argus 04 Feb 1981
Madden Rites Held Friday
     Funeral services for Mr. W. Frank Madden of McDonough were held Friday afternoon at 2:30 from the First Baptist Church of McDonough. The Rev. James D. Bradshaw and Dr. Monroe F. Swilley, Jr. officiated and interment was in Eastlawn Memorial Gardens under the direction of D. T. Carmichael & Sons.
     Survivors included his wife, Mrs. Kathleen Madden; daughter, Mrs. Kathy Sutton, McDonough; sons, W. Frank Madden, Jr. and Joe Madden, both of Atlanta; sisters, Mrs. Merrill A. Price of Jackson, Mrs. Joe Fulcher of Conyers, Mrs. P. T. Wynne of Griffin and Mrs. J. Madden, Jr. of Panama City; two grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Madden, William Henry
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Dec 1959
W. Henry Madden Found Dead at Lakeside Home
     Mr. William Henry Madden, 53, resident of Butts County for the past several years, was found dead in his bed at his Jackson Lake cottage Monday afternoon by neighbors who had missed seeing him during the day and had gone to investigate.
     Dr. J. C. Howell, Jackson physician, was summoned to the lakeside home and pronounced Mr. Madden dead, giving his opinion that death had resulted some 10 or 12 hours previously from a coronary occlusion. An inquest was held about five o'clock at Haisten Funeral Home under the direction of Joel V. Crane, Butts County Coroner. The coroner's jury found that Mr. Madden's death was from natural causes; probably resulting from a heart attack.
     Mr. Madden lived alone at the lake where he was well and favorably known. He moved here from Atlanta some years ago.
     Funeral services for Mr. Madden were held Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock at Lowndes Chapel in Atlanta with the Rev. J. Omer Jones officiating. Interment was in Crestlawn Memorial Park. Battle Hill Lodge No. 523, F&AM, had charge of the graveside services.
     Survivors include a sister, Mrs. B. A. Sheppard, Atlanta; two brothers, David C. Madden, Falls Church, Va., D. A. Madden, Atlanta; several nieces and nephews.

Maddox, Mr.
  Middle Georgia Argus July 2, 1889
Stark.
     The remains of Mr. Maddox was interred in the Macedonia cemetery on last Sunday.

Maddox, A. C.
  The Jackson Argus May 6, 1898
Stark.
     The funeral of Mr. A. C. Maddox of Henry county, who died recently of small pox will be preached at Macedonia next Sunday.

Maddox, A. Lawrence
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Apr 1957
A. L. Maddox Died Monday at Fitzgerald Home
     Funeral services for A. Lawrence Maddox, 75, native Butts countian and retired peace officer, were held Wednesday afternoon at the Fitzgerald Baptist Church with Rev. B. Carroll Carter officiating.
     Mr. Maddox died Monday night after a long illness. For several years he operated a farm and dairy near Fitzgerald.
     Survivors include his wife, the former Elizabeth Leverette; two daughters, Mrs. W. W. Humperus, Fitzgerald, and Mrs. Earl L. Babbitt, Augusta; four grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
Maddox, Abram
  Middle Georgia Argus November 3, 1881
     Abram Maddox an old and respected citizen of Jasper county died at his home last Saturday night.

Maddox, Ada Eugene Minter
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Mar 1955
Mrs. Lacy Maddox Died February 21
     Funeral services for Mrs. Ada E. Maddox, 81, widow of the late Lacy Maddox, were held Wednesday at 2:30 at Haisten Chapel. The Rev. P. M. Minter officiated and burial was in Jackson cemetery under direction of Haisten Funeral Home.
     Mrs. Maddox died Monday after an illness of some time.
     Born in Jasper county, she was the former Miss Ada E. Minter. The family resided in Jackson for years her late husband was a widely contractor. He was recognized as a skilled workman and erected the present Jackson Methodist Church building, the Commercial Building and many homes in Jackson and vicinity. Several years ago the family moved to Atlanta for residence. Mrs. Maddox was a member of the First Baptist Church in Jackson.
     She is survived by a son, Robert Maddox of Atlanta; several nieces and nephews, including T. G. Willis of Jackson.
     The pallbearers were Clyde Walker, J. P. Hunt, Herbert Moore, L. W. May, Girven Lewis, Edward Washington.

Maddox, Adeal V.
Jackson Progress Argus 07 Apr 1993
     Adeal V. Maddox, 92, of Jackson died Thurs., April 1.
     Funeral services were held Sat., April 3, at the Jackson United Methodist Church with Dr. Phil DeMore and Rev. Jim Cantrell officiating. Interment was in the Macon Memorial Park in Macon.
     Mr. Maddox and his late wife, Nellie Mills Maddox, resided in Corbin, Ky. for 40 years until his return to Jackson in 1965. He was a retired farmer. Mr. Maddox was a member of the Jackson United Methodist Church and the Jackson Kiwanis Club.
     Survivors include grandsons Dr. Joel A. Maddox of McDonough and Lamar Maddox of Atlanta; three great grandchildren; daughter-in-law Betty Anne Weaver Maddox of Macon; sister, Margaret M. Gardner of Jackson; and several nieces and nephews.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Maddox, Adlai Ulmont
Jackson Progress Argus 06 Jan 1966
A. U. Maddox Passes Dec. 31
     Mr. A. Ulmont Maddox, widely known resident of the Fincherville Community, who resided just across the Butts County line in Henry County, died December 31st after a lengthy period of declining health. Mr. Maddox was born September 9, 1892 in Butts County, the son of Mr. Ira Harvey Maddox and Mrs. Georgia Stewart Maddox. He was a retired farmer.
     Funeral services were conducted Saturday afternoon, January 1st, from Sardis Baptist Church at three o'clock with the Rev. Robert Chambers and Rev. W. N. Tarleton officiating. Interment was in Sardis Cemetery with J. C. Harwell & Son Funeral Home of Covington in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Maddox is survived by his wife, Mrs. Anna Johnson Maddox sisters, Mrs. I. M. Wilson and Mrs. Harvey Maddox, both of Jackson.
     Pallbearers were Hiram Godsey, Levie Maddox, Ray Maddox, Horace Maddox, Lynn Maddox, and Van Wilson.

Maddox, Albert C.
Jackson Progress Argus, April 12, 1945
Albert Maddox Died Wednesday at Elgin Home
     The death of Albert C. Maddox, large farm operator and member of the firm of A. C. and J. W. Maddox, occurred at his home in Elgin community Wednesday afternoon. Death followed along illness.
     Surviving are a brother, John W. Maddox, former chairman of the Butts County Board of Commissioners; two sisters, Mrs. Allice Reeves of Egan and Miss Winnie Maddox of Atlanta; several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services will be held Friday, plans to be announced later by Thornton Funeral Home.

Jackson Progress Argus, April 19, 1945
Services Friday of A. C. Maddox
     Funeral services for Albert C. Maddox, 72, widely know Butts county plantation owner, who resided April 1 at his home in the Elgin community after a long illness, were held at Providence church Friday morning at 11 o'clock. Rev. Augustus Ernest of Monticello was the officiating minister.
     The pallbearers were Forest Maddox, Adeal Maddox, Franklin Maddox, Paul Maddox, Albert Maddox and Charles Brownlee. Burial ws in the family lot with Thornton Funeral Home directing arrangements.
     Born March 11, 1873, Mr. Maddox was a son of C. S. Maddox and Mrs. Mary Ponder Maddox. His father, Confederate soldier, served many years as Butts county school superintendent. With his brother, John W, Maddox, former chairman of the Butts county commission, he was engaged in extensive farming operations under the firm name of Maddox Brothers. He had been in feeble health for several years. Mr. Maddox was member of Providence church and was a Mason.
     In addition to his brother, he is survived by three sisters, Mrs. Alice ***es and Miss Winnie Maddox of Atlanta, and Mrs. Plato Watkins of Washington, D. C.; several nieces and nephews.

Maddox, Albert Forest
Jackson Progress Argus 05 Mar 1980
Maddox Rites Held Saturday
       Funeral services for Mr. Albert Forest Maddox, 81, of Route Five, Jackson, High Falls Road, were held Saturday afternoon at 3 o'clock in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home. The Rev. Forest Thompson officiated and interment was in the Providence Baptist Church cemetery.
     Mr. Maddox died Thursday night at Sylvan Grove Hospital following a lengthy illness.
A lifelong resident of Butts County, he served as a Butts County Commissioner from 1957 until 1960 and was a political force in the County before and after his tenure of service.
     Prior to his retirement, he was engaged in farming interests in both Butts and Monroe Counties. He was a member of the Providence Congregational Methodist Church in the High Falls Community.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Sara Pritchett Maddox; three sons, Dulane Maddox and Barry Maddox, both of Jackson, and Dr. Eugene Maddox of Cairo; a sister, Mrs. Margaret Gardner of Jackson; brother A. V. Maddox of Jackson; several nieces and nephews.
     Active pallbearers were grandsons of Mr. Maddox.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Maddox, Alfred Copeland (Fred)
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Nov 1982
     Alfred (Fred) Copeland Maddox, 65 of Westbury Nursing Home in Jenkinsburg, died Thursday at Westbury.
     Son of the late Jeanous and Della Grier Maddox, Mr. Maddox was a retired textile worker and was a veteran of the U. S. Army, having served in World War II. He was a native of Butts County.
     Survivors include a son, Danny Maddox of Morrow; a brother, Lewis Maddox of Jackson; a sister, Mrs. Sara Howard of Jackson; grandson, Shane Maddox of Morrow; several nieces and nephews.
     Services were held Saturday at 3 p.m. in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home in Jackson.
     Rev. Bill Oglesby officiated. Burial was in the Macedonia Baptist Church cemetery.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Maddox, Algie Rudolph
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Dec 1974
Mr. Maddox Buried in Oklahoma
     Mr. Algie Rudolph Maddox, 44, of Harrah, Oklahoma, died Monday, November 25th, after having undergone open heart surgery on Thursday, November 21.
     Mr. Maddox was born in Butts County, the son of Mr. Lewis Maddox. and Mrs. Gladys James Maddox. He was a 1947 graduate of Jackson High School and soon after graduation enlisted, the U.S. Navy, where he retired about five years ago after serving 23 years. He retired with the rate of Chief Petty Officer. At the time of his death, Mr. Maddox was employed by Sears. Mr. Maddox was a member of the Second Baptist Church of Jackson.
     Funeral services were held at 2:00 Wednesday, November 27th, in Harrah, with Wilson Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Full military honors were accorded Mr. Maddox.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Jean S. Maddox; three daughters, Georgia Maddox, Patti Maddox and Laura Maddox; two sons, Harold Lemont Maddox and James Maddox, all of Harrah, Okla.; parents, Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Maddox of Jackson; one sister, Mrs. Jack Freeman of Morrow; two nieces, Dana and Christie Freeman, of Morrow; a nephew, Todd Freeman of Morrow and his grandmother, Mrs. Ruby Maddox of Jackson.

Maddox, Alma
  Middle Georgia Argus June 9, 1885
     We regret to hear of the death of little Alma, the six year old daughter of Mr. C. S. Maddox, of Coody's district, which occurred last night after a brief illness. She was unusually bright for one of her age and the pet of her parents and all who knew her.
  
Maddox, Annie Lee Brown
Jackson Progress-Argus Dec 5, 1940
Mrs. D. F. Maddox Called by Death
     The death of Mrs. D. F. Maddox, 72 years of age, one of the county's prominent and beloved women, occurred Saturday morning at 5:30 at the home of her son, Mr. P. L. Maddox, near Jackson. She had been ill since September and her condition was critical for several days preceding death.
     The former Miss Annie Brown, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Henry Brown, pioneer residents of this section, she was the widow of Mr. D. F. Maddox whose death occurred in February, 1939. A long and active life of service to her family and friends had endeared her to all her associates. Mrs. Maddox was a member of Mt. Vernon Baptist church and while her health permitted took an active interest in religious affairs. Since the death of her husband she continued to reside at the homestead but her last illness was spent at the home of Mr. and Mrs. F. L. Maddox.
     Surviving are two sons, Messrs F. L. and Paul Maddox, both World War veterans, and a daughter-in law, Mrs. Charles Samuel Maddox of Atlanta; three brothers, Messrs. Joe and Jim Brown, of Locust Grove, and Jack Brown of Griffin; two sisters, Mrs. H. Piper and Mrs. Ed Jenkins, both of Griffin; four grand children, Leonard and LeRoy Maddox, Atlanta, and Miriam and Claude Maddox of Jackson.
     Funeral services were conducted Sunday morning at 11 o'clock at Mt. Vernon church with the Rev. J. B. Stodghill and the Rev. T. J. Thaxton officiating. The pallbearers were Harold Cofer, Ed Wright, Dewey Piper, Aiken Piper, Thomas Brown and Paul Walker. Interment was in the churchyard, with S. H. Thornton, funeral director, in charge.

Maddox, Annie Mae Maddox
  Jackson Progress Argus 18 Mar 1965
Sardis Burial Thursday For Mrs. Maddox
     Mrs. John H. Maddox, 69, of 2479 Fontaine Circle, Decatur, died Wednesday, March 10, in an Atlanta hospital following an illness extending over a six-week period. Before that she had been in her accustomed health.
     The former Miss Annie Maddox of Jackson, Mrs. Maddox had made her home in Butts County until about 15 years ago when she moved to Decatur with her daughter. She was the daughter of the late John W. Maddox and Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Sellars Maddox of Butts County. Her husband was a widely known farmer of the Four Points area. She was a member of Sardis Baptist Church.
     Funeral services were held at 3 o'clock Thursday afternoon from the Worthville Baptist Church with the Rev. Jack Brannon, pastor, and the Rev. Robert E. Chambers officiating. Interment was in the Sardis Baptist Church cemetery with Horis .A. Ward, Inc. in charge of funeral plans.
     Mrs. Maddox is survived by two sons, T. H. Maddox of Decatur and T. B. Maddox of Jackson; four daughters, Mrs. L. J. Washington, Mrs. E. H. Cook and Mrs. Eugene Fears, all of Jackson, and Mrs. L. C. Coleman of Decatur; a sister, Mrs. M. R. Dial of Mansfield; a number of grandchildren; great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Don Fortenberry, Gene McCollum, Bob Aiken, Charles Dial, Howell Pritchett and C. W. Jones.

Maddox, Arthur
  The Butts County Progress October 28, 1908
     The friends of Mr. Dude Maddox will be sorry to learn of the death of his little son Arthur which occurred in Chattanooga.

Maddox, Arthur K.
Jackson Progress-Argus 2 Oct 1941
Judge A. K. Maddox Victim of Heart Attack Sunday
Prominent Attorney and Civic Leader Stricken After Returning From Football Game Saturday
     Judge Arthur K. Maddox, 53 yean of age, prominent Griffin attorney, religious and civic leader, died at his home early Sunday as the result of a heart attack. He wad stricken Saturday night after returning from the Georgia-Mercer football game and a second attack Sunday proved fatal.
     Long identified with the business, social, military and civic life of Griffin, Judge Maddox was one of middle Georgia's best known men. Born in Spalding county August 12, 1888, a son of William Van Buren and Julia Blanton Maddox, he was descended from families influential in the upbuilding of the state. He was educated in the Griffin schools and at the University of Georgia where he received the A. B. and B. L. degrees. During his college days he was a star football player.
     He served overseas during the World War and attained the rank of captain and was a major in the Georgia National Guard before his retirement in 1930.
     He served as a member of the Spalding county board of education and was judge of the city court at the time of death. He represented his county in the legislature and the 26th district in the state senate, and filled other offices of trust, always with a high degree of fidelity.
     Judge Maddox was attorney for the Central Georgia Electric Membership Corporation and aided materially in expanding rural electrification in a dozen middle Georgia counties.
     Chairman of the board of trustees of the First Methodist church, past president of the Griffin Rotary club, Mason and Shriner, Judge was active in all community affairs.
     Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Olivia Brown Maddox; two children, Arthur Jr. and Julia; a brother, W. C. Maddox, and a sister, Mrs. Herbert Bolton, all of Griffin.
     Funeral services were held at the First Methodist church Monday at 10:30 a. m., the Rev. Frank Pim, the pastor, officiating. Burial was in Oak Hill cemetery.
     Offices of the Central Georgia Electric Membership Corporation were closed Monday as a tribute of respect and attending the funeral from the office were Miss Grace Garlington, Mrs. V. W. Fretwell, R. F. Armstrong and H. T. Anderson.

Maddox, Arthur Spencer
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Nov 1967
A. S. Maddox Be Buried Thursday
     Mr. Arthur Spencer Maddox, 68, of Route 1, Jackson, died at Sylvan Grove Hospital Tuesday night.
     Mr. Maddox was born in Butts County, the son of the late Mr. Matthew Maddox and Mrs. Lula McDaniel Maddox. Mr. Maddox had spent most of his life in Detroit, Michigan, where he was employed for many years as a mechanic. He moved back to Butts Countv in January of this year.
     Funeral services will be Thursday afternoon at two o'clock from the Chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with the Rev. Bill Thomas, pastor of Macedonia Baptist Church officiating. Interment will be in the Watkins-McDaniel family cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Maddox is survived by his wife Viola Vallance Maddox of Jackson; one sister, Miss Margie Maddox of Mami, Fla.; two brothers, J. Watts Maddox of Corbin, Ky.; Frank S. Maddox of East Point; several nieces and nephews.

Maddox, Asbury Capers
  Jackson Argus March 25, 1898
Mr. Asbury Maddox Dies
     The Argus regrets to announce the death of Mr. Asbury Maddox, which occurred at his home in Henry county on Sunday, the 18th inst.
     Mr. Maddox was over 70 years of age and was quite feeble at the time of contracting smallpox.
     He was for many years a citizen of this county and no man was more honest, or readier to respond to a call for help than Mr. Asbury Maddox. Many of our people know him well and there is not one who can say a word against the good name he bore in this county for 70 years.
     In every way he was a noble man and The Argus tenders its sincerest sympathy to the bereaved relatives.
  
Maddox, Bee
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Jun 1980
Maddox Rites Held Saturday
     Funeral services for Mr. Bee Maddox of Cincinnati, Ohio were held Saturday, May 31st, at 2:00 from the Macedonia Baptist Church.
     Rev. J. L. Freeman officiated, and interment was in Macedonia Cemetery.
     Mr. Maddox died May 24th, at 3:00 p.m. in Cincinnati.
     He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Ruby Maddox. One sister, Mrs. Essie Maddox Fears of Jackson; several nieces and nephews.
     Lemon Funeral Home, of McDonough, was in charge of arrangements.
 
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Jun 1980
Maddox Rites Held Saturday
     Funeral services for Mr. Bee Maddox of Cincinnati, Ohio were held Saturday, May 31st, at 2:00 from the Macedonia Baptist Church.
     Rev. J. L. Freeman officiated, and interment was in Macedonia Cemetery.
     Mr. Maddox died May 24th, at 3:00 p.m. in Cincinnati.
     He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Ruby Maddox. One sister, Mrs. Essie Maddox Fears of Jackson; several nieces and nephews.
     Lemon Funeral Home, of McDonough, was in charge of arrangements.
     
Maddox, Benjamin Franklin
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Apr 1959
B. F. Maddox, 80, Died Wednesday at Butts County Home
     Funeral services for Mr. Benjamin Franklin Maddox, 80, prominent and well known Butts county farmer, who died suddenly at his home early Wednesday evening on the Jackson Barnesville road, were held Friday morning at 11 o'clock at the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson with the Rev. T. R. Scott and the Rev. Sidney L. Waterhouse officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery under the direction of Haisten Funeral Home.
     Mr. Maddox was in his accustomed health until stricken with the fatal seizure about 6:55 Wednesday evening while in the yard of his home. Son of the late N. N. Maddox and Mrs. Nancy McCullum Maddox, he was a lifelong resident of Butts county where he was widely known as a farmer. He had been a Mason for more than 50 years and gave loyal and devoted service to that order.
     Survivors include four brothers, L. N. Maddox and C. L. Maddox both of Jackson; Jeff Maddox and Cleveland Maddox, both of Macon; several nieces .and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Frank Moore, Jerome Washington, W. E. Copeland, A. E. Smithwick, J. S. Smith and T. L. Mills.

Maddox, Bernard Jewell
Jackson Progress Argus July 29, 1972
B. J. Maddox Dies in Macon
     Mr. Bernard Jewell Maddox, 76 died in a Macon nursing home Wednesday, June 21st, following a long illness.
     Mr. Maddox was born in Jackson, the son of Mr. Joseph Pittman Maddox and Mrs. Margaret Greer Maddox. Mr. Maddox was a member of the Jackson High School class of 1917 and attended Oglethorpe University. He was employed for a number of years at Warner Robins until his retirement about three years ago.
     Graveside services for Mr. Maddox were held Saturday in Macon Memorial Gardens with Hart Mortuary in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Maddox is survived by his wife, Mrs. Jane Jones Maddox; one daughter, Mrs. Jean English of Cocoa Beach, Florida; a son, Bernard J. Maddox Jr. of Macon; a brother, Fred H. Maddox of Bainbridge.

Maddox, Bernard Marlon
Jackson Progress Argus 21 Jan 1987
     Bernard Marlon Maddox, 38, of Fayetteville, died Thursday evening at the Georgia Baptist Medical Center in Atlanta.
     The funeral was held Sunday at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with the Rev. Bob Prater and the Rev. Steve Hart officiating. Entombment was in the Jackson mausoleum.
     Mr. Maddox was a native of Butts County and was a 1967 graduate of Jackson High School. He served in the Army for two years and was a veteran of the Vietnam War.
     Mr. Maddox was a veterinary technician. He was employed by the state of Georgia for 10 years, and for the last 10 years he was a technician at the Peachtree City Animal Clinic in Fayette County. He was a member of Worthville Baptist Church.
     Survivors include his parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. B. Maddox of Jackson; brothers, Philip and Lewis Maddox, both of Jackson; sister, Gwen Hamlin of Jackson; several aunts, uncles, nieces, and one nephew.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Maddox, Bernard O.
Jackson Progress-Argus 1 Jan 1937
Bernard Maddox Dies In Forsyth
     Many relatives and friends in Butts county were sorry to learn of the death of Mr. Bernard O. Maddox, 43 years of age, which occurred Saturday at his home in Forsyth. Death followed an illness of some time.
     Mr. Maddox was born and reared here, being a son of the late Mr. J. L. Maddox and Mrs. Maddox, esteemed residents of the Iron Springs community. Following the death, of Mr. J. L. Maddox, the family have resided in Forsyth for several years. Mr. Maddox was engaged in business and farming at the time of his death. The family have large connections in Butts county.
     Mr. Maddox is survived by his wife, the former Miss Pearl Burke; four daughters, Gloria, Shirley, Barbara and Beverley; his mother, Mrs. J. L. Maddox; four brothers, Mr. H. H. Maddox, Atlanta; Mr. J. A. Maddox, Forsyth; Mr. W. R. Maddox, Macon and Mr. J. Wright Maddox, of Jackson; four sisters, Mrs. J. F. Heard and Mrs. Walter Collins, of Macon; Mrs. James Hamlin, of Griffin and Miss Roxie Maddox, of Forsyth.
     Funeral services were held at the Forsyth Baptist church Sunday afternoon at 2:30, with Rev. H. E. Gaddy, pastor of the Macedonia church, and Rev. J. H. Clark, of the Forsyth Presbyterian church, in charge of the service.
     
Maddox, Bus
(See Wynn, Andrew)

Maddox, C. J.
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Apr 1978
Thursday Rites Were Held For C. J. Maddox
     Funeral services for Mr. C. J. Maddox, 73, of Forsyth, were conducted April 6th at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of Dillon Funeral Home in Forsyth. Burial was in Oak Hill Cemetery in Griffin. The Rev. J. Edgar Pritchett officiated.
     Mr. Maddox died April 4th in Monroe County Hospital following a lengthy illness. He was a member of the Second Baptist Church of Jackson.
     Mr. Maddox is survived by his wife, Mrs. Rosebud Woods Maddox of Forsyth; three brothers, Lewis Maddox of Jackson, Arthur Maddox of Thomaston, Fred Maddox of Marietta; one sister, Mrs. Sara Howard of Jackson; several nieces and nephews.

Maddox, Carl
Jackson Progress-Argus Aug 27 1970
Carl Maddox, Butts Native, Died Sunday
     Mr. Carl Maddox, 74, died Sunday, August 23rd, in Crawford Long Hospital where he had been a patient for the past three weeks. Mr. Maddox had been in declining health for a number of years.
     Mr. Maddox, a native of Butts County, was the son of the late Mr. Joe Maddox and Mrs. Ella Wilson Maddox, also both of Butts County. A resident of Morningside Drive, North Atlanta, he had made his home there for a number of years and had been self employed as an automobile trimmer. Prior to this he had been employed by Ford Motor Company. He graduated from Jackson High School in 1915.
     Funeral services were conducted at 1:30 Tuesday afternoon with Patterson Funeral Home of Spring Hill in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Maddox is survived by his wife, Mrs. Louise Brown Maddox, of Atlanta; a daughter, Mrs. June Grinstead of Biloxi, Miss.; a son, Carl Maddox, Jr. Of Atlanta; as sister, Mrs. Cassie Adams of Meridan, Miss., several grandchildren.

Maddox, Carl A.
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Aug 1961
C. A. Maddox Died Saturday in Oklahoma
    Mr. C. A. Maddox, native Butts countian, died Saturday, July 29, from a heart attack at Sand Springs, Oklahoma, following a period of declining health extending over several years.
    The son of the late J. M. Maddox and Mrs. Della Lee Greer Maddox, Mr. Maddox had made his home in Sand Springs eight or ten years. He was employed by a local electric company as a lineman.
    Funeral services for Mr. Maddox were held at Sand Springs Tuesday afternoon. Two brothers Lewis and C. J. Maddox, both of Jackson, attended the rites, flying out for the services.
    Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Essie Phillips Maddox, Sand Springs; step-mother, Mrs. Ruby Maddox, Barnesville; two sisters, Mrs. Claude Howard, Burlington, N. C.; Mrs. Ray Gregory, Griffin; four brothers, C. J. and Lewis Maddox, both of Jackson; Arthur Maddox, Thomaston; Alfred Maddox, Griffin; several nieces and nephews.

Maddox, Catherine V
Jackson Progress-Argus Jun 6, 1940
Miss Carrie Maddox Passed in Atlanta
     Friends and relatives here were sorry to know of the death of Miss Catherine Maddox, former Butts county resident, which occurred May 29 at her home, 661 High Street, N. E., Atlanta. She had been in declining health for several months.
     Funeral services were held Thursday morning at chapel of J. Austin Dillon Company and the Rev. W. Lee Cutts officiated. Burial was in College Park.
     Miss Maddox was connected with old and prominent Butts county families and resided in Iron Springs, district until a few years ago when she moved to Atlanta. Active in all matters relating to the county's progress the family was influential and widely known. A brother, the late Mr. Jimmie Maddox, served as a Butts county commissioner several years ago.
     She is survived by a sister, Mrs. J. F. Freeman, of Atlanta. Other sisters were the late Miss Dora Maddox, Mrs. Fannie Preston, and another brother was the late Mr. Homer Maddox.
     She is also survived by two nephews, Paul Maddox, widely known Atlanta realtor, and Fred C. Cawthon; two nieces, Mrs. A. A. White, of Jackson, and Mrs. C. M. Robinson, of Atlanta.

Maddox, Cecil Malcolm
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Jun 1993
     Cecil Malcolm Maddox, of Jackson, died Thurs., June l0, at Henry General Hospital.
     Funeral services were held Sat., June 12, in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with Rev. Gregg Harven and Rev. Phil Schroeder officiating. Interment was in the Cedar Rock Cemetery.
     Mr. Maddox was born Oct 21, 1924 in Butts County, son of the late Glenn and Leila Mason Maddox.
     He lived in Forest Park for many years and was retired from the Southeastern Freight Company. He served two enlistments in the Navy and was a veteran of World War II. He was a farmer until ill health forced hirn to retire. He was also an assistant in the service department of the Jackson Western Auto.
     Survivors include children Renee and Gene Bennett of Jonesboro and Michael and Connie Maddox of Forest Park; three grandchildren; sisters Mozelle Jones of Jackson and Bobbie Cawthon of Covington; brothers Levie, Rebon and Bill Maddox of Jackson and Lawrence Maddox of Forest Park; and several nieces and nephews.
     Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Maddox, Charles Luther
Jackson Progress Argus 02 Jan 1964
Lengthy Illness Claims Luther Maddox Friday
     Mr. Charles Luther Maddox widely known retired farmer of Butts County, died early Friday morning at his home on the Barnesville Highway following extended illness.
     Funeral services were conducted Saturday afternoon December 28, at 3 o'clock from the First Baptist Church with Rev. Sidney L. Waterhouse, pastor and Rev. Wilson Nida Sr., pastor of the Providence Congregational Methodist Church, officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Horne in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Maddox was a member of Providence Church and a life long resident of Butts County.
He was the son of the late Mr. N. N. Maddox and Mrs. Nancy Jane McCullum Maddox, life long citizens of Butts County.
     Survivors include six daughters, Mrs. J. M. Washington, Mrs. Frank Moore, both of Jackson Mrs. Willis Copeland of McDonough, Mrs. Doris Mills, Mrs. A. E. Smithwick and Mrs J. S. Smith, all of Atlanta; two brothers, Mr. L. N. Maddox of Jackson and Mr. D. C. Maddox of Macon; 11 grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were grandsons.

Maddox, Charles S. (Shug) The Jackson Progress-Argus December 3, 1915
Mr. C. S. Maddox Claimed By Death.
Well Known Citizen Victim Of Cancer Was 64 Years Old.
     In the death of Mr. C. S. Maddox, of Iron Springs, which occurred at 4 o'clock Wednesday afternoon, Nov. 24, Butts county lost one of its most sterling citizens. Death was due to cancer and followed an illness of several months.
     Mr. Maddox had attained the age of 64 years. He was a native of Butts county and belonged to a prominent family of this section. Mr. Maddox was a member of Bulah Methodist church and a man of character and integrity. He was held in general high esteem and his death was widely regretted. The family have the sympathy of many friends in their great loss.
     The surviving relatives are his wife, who was a Miss Harper before her marriage, six daughters, Mrs. W. F. Long, Mrs. J. E. Mote, Mrs. W. E. Long, Mrs. J. E. Mote, Mrs. W. E. Long, Mrs. J. N. Greer, Mrs. W. M. Thompson and Miss Ruby Maddox; two sons, Messrs. J. M. and T. C. Maddox; two brothers, Messrs. F. M. Maddox, Flovilla, D. A. Maddox, Pitts, Ga.; four sisters, Mrs. E. V. Pope, Mrs. Fannie Holloway, Mrs. Ada Nolan, all of Butts county, and Mrs. S. H. Malone, of Hastian, Fla.
     The funeral was at Macedonia Thursday morning at 11 o'clock and Rev. W. O. Sharp assisted by Rev. Mr. Harper conducted the services.

The Jackson Progress-Argus December 3, 1915
     After an illness of quite a while Mr. C. S. Maddox died at his home here Wednesday night. His death brought regret to a large circle of friends throughout this section. He was laid to rest at Macedonia Friday morning at 11:30 o'clock.

The Jackson Progress-Argus December 24, 1915
In Appreciation of Mr. C. Shug Maddox.
     Mr. Maddox departed this life on November 24 and was buried at Macedonia church. He was 64 years old. All men have their friends and all men have their special friends and he was one of mine. It grew up with us from our earliest boyhood and it lasted even down to old age. Our friendship was as close as any tie that binds and as lasting as the eternal hills. He was a member of the Pleasant Grove church instead of Beulah church as was stated in a previous notice of his death. He was a man of deep convictions and had his own ideas about certain things and his conception of right was what made him the high toned christian gentleman he was and those who knew him best were the ones who loved him most. He told me a few days before he took his bed that this earthly tabernacle would soon be dissolved but I know I have another building made without hands, eternal in the heavens. He has gone to that city whose builder is God and whose gates are not shut neither by day nor by night.
A FRIEND.

Maddox, Charles Samuel
  Butts County Progress February 5, 1915
Mr. C. S. Maddox Has Stroke Of Paralysis
     The condition of Mr. C. S. Maddox, County School Superintendent, who was stricken with paralysis at his home here last week, is reported as improved at this time. The attending physician states that he is doing as well as can be expected.
     Mr. Maddox is affected in the left side. His condition is serious, though his friends will be delighted to know he is holding his own and his speedy restoration to health is the wish of a large circle of friends and admirers throughout the county.
  
  Butts County Progress February 12, 1915
Hon. C. S. Maddox Yields To Death
Paralytic Proved Fatal Monday Was Shock To County
He was widely known educator, prominent in business circles and influential citizen.
     Stricken with paralysis January 26, Hon, C. S. Maddox, Superintendent of Schools of Butts county, died at his home in this city at an early hour Monday morning. His death while not unexpected, as he had been sinking for the past few days, came as a shock to the community. It was a blow that all felt.
     Mr. Maddox was one of the county's first citizens and as an educator his usefulness and influence was state wide. For a long number of years he had been at the head of the educational system of Butts county and was an earnest advocate of the common schools. He had written and spoken extensively on education and his views commanded respect throughout the state. Mr. Maddox was particularly interested in the boys and girls and the members of the Boys Corn Club will miss his enthusiasm and counsel.
     Mr. Maddox was 73 years of age and a member of the Congregational Methodist church. He was a prominent Mason, having been at the head of Jackson Chapter No. 64 for many years. In the Civil War he served as a member of Company I, Forty-fifth Georgia Regiment and his record is that of a brave and faithful soldier and he carried to his grave the scars of battle. At the time of his death Mr. Maddox was adjutant of John L. Barnett camp of veterans, and was much interested in all that pertained to the Confederacy.
     Mr. Maddox was a planter on an extensive scale and was interested in and a director of several of the enterprises of the county. He was considered quite wealthy.
     Surviving relatives include his wife, who was a Miss Ponder before her marriage; three sons, Messrs. D. F., J. W. and A. C. Maddox, four daughters, Mrs. J. D. Brownlee, Mrs. W. P. Watkins, Mrs. T. M. Bond and Miss Winnie Maddox, a brother. Mr. N. N. Maddox, two sisters, Mrs. C. E. Carter, of Concord, and Mrs. George Johnson, several grandchildren and other relatives.
     The funeral was held Tuesday at 12 o'clock noon at Providence church of which he was a member, and was largely attended, hundreds of friends gathering for a last tribute. The services were conducted by Rev. Mr. English, and High Falls Lodge of the Masons had charge of the ceremony at the grave.

Butts County Progress February 12, 1915
     In the death of Hon. C. S. Maddox, superintendent of schools, the boys and girls of Butts have lost a real friend, the cause of education an earnest advocate and the community one of its most useful citizens.

Butts County Progress March 5, 1915
Tribute
High Falls Lodge regrets Death Of Mr. Maddox
     C. S. Maddox was a son of J. B. Maddox, born and raised in Butts county, where he lived until the time of his death. In his early manhood he professed Christianity and joined the Congregational Methodist church at Providence, near High Falls, where he was a constant member for over fifty years, and for the church it has lost one of its truest members. In his early age he obtained a useful education and when the war broke out between the states he joined the army and served under General Lee and Jackson. He was always at his post and ready to do his duty as a Southern gentleman and a true Christian.
     After General Lee surrendered at Appomattox Court House he returned home to his loved ones that he had left behind. Having obtained an education in his earlier days he taught school for many years with great success and was loved by all who knew him as a teacher. We believe he was among the best in the state. He was then appointed county school commissioner for which he served for more than a score of tears and which office he held at the time of his death. Sometime in the early sixties he by his own free will and accord joined the Masonic fraternity. He was master of his lodge for a number of times. In the death of our brother, High Falls Lodge No. 183 mourns the loss of one of its best members. He always squared his actions by the square of virtue and kept his vows with all due bonds of mankind but more especially brother Masons, and he always remembered that he was traveling on the level of time from whose bourn no traveler ever returned. Brethren in the loss of our brother we mourn but are to hope to clasp hands with him in the spiritual building not made by hand, but eternal in the heavens. Brethren in our loss we cherish his memory in our hearts, and commend his spirit to God, who gave it, and his body to the earth, from whence it came, where it will soon mould back to dust. Our sympathy is extended to the whole family in their bereavement.
     Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be published in each if the county papers, a copy sent to the family and a blank page be left in our minute book and a copy of these resolutions be pasted thereon to be safely deposited in the archives of masonry.
F. Pritchett; J. P. Johnson; J. D. Aikens; J. M. Thaxton; W. W. Wynn; W. C. Smith, Sec., Committee.

Maddox, Charles Samuel
Jackson Progress Argus 25 Aug 1933
Death Summons Comes to Mr. C. S. Maddox
     The death of Mr. Charles Samuel Maddox, 31 years of age, one of the county's most prominent and highly esteemed citizens, occurred Friday night at his home near High Falls. Death came after a long illness. He had been in declining health for some years and recently had undergone treatment at Alto but returned home some weeks ago and was surrounded by his family when the end came at 10 o'clock Friday night.
     Mr. Maddox was connected with a family long prominent and influential in the educational and business life of the county. He was educated in the Jackson public schools and at the Georgia Military Academy and received an appointment to the United States Military Academy at West Point. Failing health forced him to return home and he engaged in a business career. For some time he was connected with the Carmichael Hardware Company and recently had been engaged in farming and in the poultry industry.
     Mr. Maddox was regarded as one of the most promising and constructive of the younger citizens of the county. He showed a high degree of interest in new and approved methods and as a youth was interested in club work and served as secretary and treasurer of the Butts County Poultry Association. He was a successful poultry breeder and took active part in the poultry shows held in the county.
     He was a member of Paran Baptist church and of High Falls lodge of Masons. A young man of fine character and good education, his death ends a career that held much of promise to his county and state.
     Mr. Maddox is survived by his wife, the former Miss Caroline Rickenbacker, of Forsyth; two sons, LeRoy and Leonard Maddox; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. D. F. Maddox, and two brothers, F. L. and Paul Maddox, of Jackson. He was a grandson and namesake of Hon. C. S. Maddox, Confederate veteran and school superintendent here for a long term of years, and was a nephew of Hon. John W. Maddox, former chairman of the Butts county commissioners.
     Funeral services were held Sunday morning at 11 o'clock at Mt. Vernon church, with Rev. J . B . Stodghill officiating. The pallbearers were Messrs. W. C. Garr, A. C. Garr, J. T. Maddox, A. T. Maddox, J . M. Washington, C. M. Brownlee. Interment was in the church cemetery.

Maddox, Chester Earl
Jackson Progress Argus 10 Aug 1961
C. Earl Maddox Dies in Griffin Of Heart Attack
     Mr. Chester Earl Maddox, 75, Route 3, Griffin, died early Saturday morning at the Griffin-Spalding County Hospital with death attributed to a heart attack he suffered at his home.
     A native of Butts county, Mr. Maddox had lived in Spalding county for 25 years. A retired farmer, Mr. Maddox was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Griffin.
     Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at three o'clock from Haisten's Chapel. The Rev. C. Edwards Davis officiated with burial in Oak Hill Cemetery. Haisten Funeral Home of Griffin was in charge of arrangements.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Lois Tarpley Maddox; a daughter, Mrs. Wallace Brandenburg of Griffin; a son, Earl Maddox, of Atlanta; two brothers, H. A. Maddox of Atlanta and A. U. Maddox of Jackson; two sisters, Mrs. Harvey Maddox and Mrs. I. M. Wilson, both of Jackson ; seven grandchildren.
                  
Maddox, Christina Kinard
The Jackson Argus December 6, 1901
     Miss Tena Maddox, widow of the late Dave Maddox, died Sunday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Pope in Jasper county, and was buried at Macedonia, Monday. The Argus extends sympathy.

Maddox, Clara Beatrice Elliott
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Jan 1964
Mrs. Maddox, 81, Buried Tuesday At Macon Rites
     Mrs. Clara Maddox, 81, of Flovilla, formerly of Macon, died Monday morning at the home of her brother, S. A. Elliott, in Flovilla after a long illness.
     Mrs. Maddox, widow of L. A. Maddox, was born in Butts County ,the daughter of James Henry Elliott and Mrs. Sarah Jane Carpenter Elliott, and had lived in Flovilla for three years with her brother, moving there from Macon. She was a member of the Pleasant Grove Methodist Church in Flovilla and during her residence in Macon was a member of the First Street Methodist Church.
     Funeral services were held at the graveside in Riverside Cemetery at 3 o'clock Tuesday afternoon. The Rev. Albert Cardwell officiated with Hart's Mortuary in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Maddox is survived by a son, Tom L. Maddox of Macon; a brother, S. A. Elliott of Flovilla; a sister, Mrs. Ruth Kimbriel of MemphIs, Tenn., and several nieces and nephews.

Maddox, Clara Belle King
  Butts County Progress July 29, 1910
Prominent Lady Died On Monday Afternoon
     The death of Mrs. John W. Maddox, one of the most prominent women in the county, occurred at her home a few miles from Jackson shortly before six o'clock Monday afternoon. Mrs. Maddox had been quite sick for sometime and the end was not unexpected though it came as a painful blow to her family and a large circle of friends.
     Mrs. Maddox, who was a native of Monroe county, was before marriage Miss Bell King. She is survived by her husband, four children, three boys and one girl, and other relatives.
     The funeral took place at Providence in Monroe county Tuesday afternoon at one o'clock. The services were conducted by Rev. G. H. Hansford.
     The Progress extends its sympathy to the bereaved family.

Maddox, Clifford Ellis
  The Jackson Progress-Argus March 16, 1934
Mr. Clifford Maddox Died Saturday Night
     Mr. Clifford E. Maddox, 57 years of age, a well known resident of the county, died at his home at Pepperton Saturday night at 10:30. He had been in declining health for several weeks but was confined to his bed for only a few days. He suffered from a complication of diseases.
     Mr. Maddox was born and raised in Butts county, a son of Mr. Lucian Maddox and Mrs. Susie Cole Maddox, esteemed residents of Iron Springs district and connected with families prominent in the county's upbuilding. He had been a resident of Pepperton for several years and was a carpenter and mechanic. Mr. Maddox was formerly a member of the Jackson police force. He was held in general high esteem and friends are sorry to learn of his passing. Mr. Maddox was a member of Pleasant Grove Methodist church.
     He is survived by his wife, the former Mrs. Ruby Barnes; two sons, Forest and J. C. Maddox, of Jackson, four daughters, Mrs. Robert Taylor, Mrs. Fred Hoard and Mrs. Claude Thaxton, of Jackson, and Mrs. W. L. Calhoun, of LaGrange; his mother, Mrs. Susie Maddox; three brothers, Lawrence Maddox and Bryant Maddox, of Fitzgerald, and Tom Maddox of Macon; two sisters, Mrs. J. B. Preston, of Flovilla, and Mrs. Curry Yancey, of Fitzgerald.
     Funeral services were held at Macedonia church Monday morning at 10 o'clock, with Rev. L. L. Minton officiating and interment was in the churchyard.

Maddox, Clyde
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Mar 1976
Death Claims Mrs. Maddox On Saturday
     Funeral services for Mrs. Clyde Maddox, '86, beloved Jackson homemaker and church woman, were held Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock at the graveside, with the Rev. Phil DeMore and Rev. Don Folsom officiating.
     Pallbearers were Victor Wilson, M. L. Powell, Levi Ball, Vincent Jones, Emily Shivers and Lynn Maddox. Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements, with interment in the Jackson cemetery.
     Death claimed Mrs. Maddox at noon Saturday, while a patient in Sylvan Grove Hospital. For several weeks she had been a patient at Hilltop Nursing Home, but was returned to the Jackson hospital Friday afternoon as her condition worsened.
was returned to the Jackson hospital Friday afternoon as her condition worsened.
     Widow of the late Harvey W. Maddox, she was a member of the First Baptist Church of Jackson and was faithful in her attendance before undergoing a lengthy period of declining health.
     She was a daughter of the late Ira H. Maddox and Georgia Stewart, both residents of Butts County.
     Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. H. O. Ball, of Jackson; one son, Stewart Lee Maddox, of Atlanta; two grandchildren, Henry Ball, of Atlanta and Mrs. Robert McCrary, of Augusta; four great-grandchildren.

Maddox, David
  The Jackson Argus June 18, 1897
"Uncle" Dave Maddox Dead.
     Uncle Dave Maddox, one of Butts county's oldest and most respected citizens died at his home in Iron Springs district this week and was buried at Macedonia cemetery near Stark.
     He has been a prominent and useful man for a long time. His children are now some of our most valued citizens. He was industrious, frugal and honest and was in very comfortable circumstances before his death.
     The Argus tenders its condolences to the bereaved relatives.
  
Maddox, David Clay
Jackson Progress-Argus Feb 22, 1940
David C. Maddox Dies in Atlanta
     The death of Mr. David Clay Maddox, 66 years of age, former well known Butts county citizen, occurred at 2:30 a. m. Thursday at his home in Atlanta, death following a long illness
     Born and reared here he was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. James G. Maddox. Several years ago he moved to Atlanta for residence. He was born August 2, 1874, and was connected with widely, known Butts county families. Mr. Maddox formerly engaged in farming and business in Butts county.
     Surviving relatives are his wife, the former Miss Lillie Wood, of Butts county; three sons, Hollis, Glover and Herman Maddox, of Atlanta; four daughters, Mrs. Jack Greene, Misses Sara, Hazel and Oline Maddox, of Atlanta; a grandson, Billy Greene, of Atlanta; four sisters, Mrs. Jack Stewart, of Rex; Mrs. J. E. McNair, Mrs. A. M. Smith and, Mrs. L. J. McMichael, of Jackson, a brother, Glynn C. Maddox, of Jackson.
     Funeral services will be held at the Jackson Methodist church Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock and burial will be in the Jackson cemetery.

Maddox, David Kelley
Jackson Progress Argus 14 Mar 1963
Atlanta Resident, Butts Native, Was Buried Here
     Funeral services for David K. Maddox of 187 Twelfth Street, N. E., Atlanta, were held at 1 o'clock Thursday afternoon from Spring Hill with the Rev. Henry G. Bryant officiating. Burial was in the Jackson City Cemetery.
     A native of Butts County, Mr. Maddox had lived in Atlanta several years. Retired, he was a member of the 10th Street Methodist Church and Palestine Masonic Lodge No. 486. He died Tuesday in a private hospital.
     He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. J. T. Hughey of Atlanta and Mrs. H. R. Wortham of Titusville, Fla.; a brother, Fred C. Maddox of Valdosta; a half-sister, Miss Mary Maddox of Pitts, and a half-brother, Parkerson Maddox of Cordele.

Maddox, Della Lee Greer
Jackson Progress Argus March 21, 1930
Death Summons Comes to Mrs. J. M. Maddox
     Following several months' illness, Mrs. J. M. Maddox, age 46, a beloved woman of Pepperton died at her home Tuesday afternoon at 12:15 o'clock. She suffered from complication of disease and her condition had recently been critical. Many friends over the county are pained to learn of her passing.
     She was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. N. H. Greer and was connected with a well known family of the county. She was widely beloved for her many fine trait of character and had a large circle of warm friends. Born and reared in Butts county, she was a member of the Pleasant Grove Methodist church.
     Mrs. Maddox is survived by her husband, three daughters, Mrs. Alice Tillery, Misses Sarah and Lilly Maddox; seven sons, Carl Maddox of Thomaston; C. J., Lewis, Arthur, Fred, Harold and Lamon Maddox of Jackson; three sisters, Mrs. J. J. Waldrop and Mrs. W. L. Waldrop and Miss Essie Greer, of Jackson; three brothers, W. G. Greer and Nathan Greer of Flovilla, and C. J. Greer of Jackson.
     Funeral services were held at Macedonia church Thursday morning at 11 o'clock, with Rev. A. A. Heath, of Jenkinsburg, officiating. Many relatives and friends, gathered for a final tribute and expressed their love and esteem through lovely floral offerings. The pallbearers were Messrs. E. A. Tillerey, H. D. Williamson, Cliff E. Maddox, J. M. Strawn, R. W. Carr and I. C. Crane. Interment was in the churchyard.

Maddox, Dempsey O.
Jackson Progress Argus 26 Jan 1994
     Dempsey O. Maddox, 69, of Griffin, died Thurs., Jan. 20, at Middle Georgia Hospital in Macon.
     Graveside services were held Sat., Jan. 22, in the Liberty Baptist Church Cemetery.
     Mr. Maddox was born in Butts County, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Maddox, He was the widower of Mable Harmon Maddox. He was a veteran of the U. S. Army.
     Survivors include children, Davie and Angle Maddox of Meansville, Lane and Lucy Maddox of Griffin, Ray and Jane Chaney of Griffin, James and Paula Hatchell of Griffin and Susan Maddox of Bristol, Pa.; sisters and brothers-in-law Ethel Key of Griffin, Nina Brookshire of Griffin, Catherine and Frank Cleveland of Griffin and Mae Cleveland of Macon; brothers and sisters-in-law, Aubrey and Mildred Maddox of Jackson, J.W. and Pam Maddox of Gay; 16 grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Griffin .was in charge of arrangements.
 
Maddox, Donald
Jackson Progress-Argus 19 Jun 1936
Macon Han Breaks Wrists While Diving
Don Maddox Succumbs to Injuries While L. M. Clark Suffered Broken Wrists While Swimming.
     Indian Springs, Ga. A partially filled swimming pool is accountable for one death and one serious injury Sunday when a hot day induced scores to use it.
     Don Maddox, Atlanta youth, died as the result of injuries suffered when he dived into the .swimming pool.
     About 11 o'clock in the morning against the warning of the management and the urging of ladies in his party and by-saunders, L. M. Clark, of Macon, persisted in diving from a ten foot level of the platform. Finally he made a bad dive and landed on his hands, breaking both wrists. He was carried to a Macon hospital.
     Mr. Clark is substitute pressman for the Macon Evening News. He was spending the week-end at Indian Springs with a party of friends.
     From then on all customers were advised that they could enter the water to swim .and disport themselves but not to dive. Some three hours later, Don Maddox, of Atlanta, dived into five feet of water, breaking a vertebra in his neck. Carried to an Atlanta hospital, he later succumbed to his injuries.
     Ed Hoard, proprietor of the pool, said Monday: "Both myself and my attendants gave sufficient warning to customers of the pool not to dive for the water lacked four feet of attaining the nine feet maximum depth at the lower end of the pool. We changed the sand in the filter on Friday and did not begin to fill the pool until Saturday night. It take 24 hours to bring the pool to overflowing."
     This is the first casualty at the pool in sixteen years it has been operated.

Jackson Progress-Argus 3 Jan 1936
Dive Proves Fatal to Donald Maddox
     Friends throughout the state sympathize with Mr. and Mrs. H. A. Maddox, of Atlanta, former Butts county residents, in the death of their son, Donald, which resulted early Monday from injuries sustained Sunday afternoon at the Indian Springs swimming pool. The lad with a party of friends visited Indian Springs in afternoon and while diving in the pool suffered a broken neck when he plunged into the shallow water. The swimming pool was only partially filled a t the time.
     After being given treatment in Jackson, Donald was removed to the Georgia Baptist Hospital in Atlanta and passed away early Monday.
     Young Maddox, who was 15 years old, was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Henri A. Maddox the former of whom is a member of the municipal revenue collector's office in Atlanta. He was a splendid young boy and graduated from the Bass Junior High School this spring. He was visiting his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. W. J . Bankston at Jenkinsburg, at the thne of the accident.
     Mr. and Mrs. Maddox are former residents of Butts county and are connected with families prominent in the county's upbuilding. Besides his parents Donald is survived by a brother, Stanley Maddox, and his grandparents and other relatives,
     Funeral services were held at the Jenkinsburg Methodist church Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock with Dr. Luther Bridges officiating. Interment was in the Jenkinsburg cemetery with Awtry and Lowndes in charge of arrangements.

Maddox, Dora Gilmore
Jackson Progress Argus 12 Aug 1981
Maddox Rites Held Thursday
     Funeral services for Mrs. Dora Gilmore Maddox of Jackson were held Thursday morning at 11 o'clock from the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home. The Rev. Dean Head officiated and interment was in the Jackson cemetery under the direction of Haisten Funeral Home.
     Mrs. Maddox died Tuesday at Sylvan Grove Hospital following an illness of several years.
     Daughter of the late Henry Fletcher Gilmore and Mrs. Susan Newsome Gilmore, Mrs. Maddox was a lifelong resident of Jackson. Her family for many years owned and operated Gilmore Lumber Co., a firm long active in the building supply and construction business in this area.
     Mrs. Maddox was a graduate of Jackson High School in the class of 1917. She taught school for several years and was the widow of Paul Maddox, former Clerk of Butts County Superior Court, who died in 1968.
     She was a member of the Jackson United Methodist Church, the William McIntosh Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, which she served as secretary for many years.
     She was also a member and past president of the Hawthorne Garden Club and of the Jackson Business and Professional Women's Club. For over 36 years, she was employed as a nurse by
several physicians in the Jackson area.
     Survivors include two sisters, Mrs. Lucy G. Gossett of Greenville, S.C. and Mrs. Helen G. Warren of Atlanta; a brother, George F. Gilmore of Jackson, several nieces and nephews.
     Active pallbearers were Claude Maddox, Aubrey Maddox, Dr. Jack Newman, Eddy McCray, Ed McCray and Jonathan Gaddy. Serving as honorary escorts were members of the William McIntosh Chapter, DAR, the Hawthorne Garden Club and the Jackson B&PW Club.

Maddox, Doris Mae
Jackson Progress Argus 3 Jun 1932
Funeral of Miss Maddox Be Held Here Thursday
     Funeral service s for Miss Doris Mae Maddox, former resident of Butts county, who died at her home in Atlanta, were to be held from the Jackson Methodist church Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Rev. W. J. DeBardeleben, of Atlanta, will officiate and interment will be in the Jackson cemetery.
     Miss Maddox was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dave C. Maddox, who resided here until a few years ago. She is survived by her parents and the following brothers and sisters, Messrs. Hollis, Glover and Herman Maddox, Misses Mary, Sarah, Hazel
and Orleane Maddox. Friends here regret to know of her death.

Maddox, Dorothy Ruth Gay
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Jan 1982
     Mrs. Dorothy Ruth Gay Maddox of Atlanta died January 4 at Grady Hospital following a brief illness.
     Mrs. Maddox was the daughter of George Gay of Jackson and the late Mrs. Ella Lee Watson Gay.
     In addition to her father, survivors are eight children, Phillip, Kenneth, Veronica, June, Carla, and David Maddox, Donnie Gay and Beverly Homes, all of Atlanta; three brothers, James E. and Joe Gay of Detroit and Curtis Gay of Jackson.
     Two grandsons, De-Learick Maddox and Walter Holmes, Jr., of Atlanta
also survive.
     Funeral services were held Thursday, Jan. 7 at 1:00 from the Springfield Baptist Church in Atlanta with the Rev. Arthur Carson officiating. Burial was in the Macedonia Cemetery in Butts County.
     Trimier Jackson Funeral Services was in charge of arrangements.

Maddox, Dulane Crawford Maddox
  The Jackson Progress-Argus May 30, 1924
Elgin.
     The friends of Mr. and Mrs. F. [Franklin] L. Maddox sympathize with them in the death of their infant son which occurred Thursday night.

Maddox, Dulane Forest
Jackson Progress-Argus Feb 9, 1939
Mr. D. F. Maddox Claimed by Death
     Mr. Dulane Forest Maddox, 72 years of age, prominent and widely known resident, died Tuesday night at 7 o'clock at his home a few miles from Jackson. Death followed a long and painful illness and resulted from a complication of diseases.
     Mr. Maddox was connected with one of the county's old and influential families. He was a son of Charles S. Maddox of Butts county and Mrs. Mollie Ponder Maddox, of Monroe county, families long identified with the growth of this part of the state. His father, a Confederate soldier, served for many years as Butts county school superintendent and was widely known in educational circles. Until his health failed Mr. Maddox was one of the most successful farmers in the county. He held membership in High Fails lodge of Masons and was a man of influence in his community.
     He is survived by his wife, the former Miss Annie Brown, of Butts county; two sons, Paul and Franklin Maddox; a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Charles S. Maddox; two brothers, Messrs. J. W. and A. C. Maddox; four sisters, Mrs. J. D. Brownlee, of Jackson; Mrs. W. P. Watkins, of Washington City; Mrs. Tom Reeves and Miss Winnie Maddox, of Atlanta, and four grandchildren.
     Funeral services, attended by many friends, were held at Mt. Vernon church Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock and Rev. J. B. Stodghill officiated. The pallbearers were Clayton Garr, Wilmer Garr, Noah Powell, Ralph Garr, Fred Proctor and Ballard Perdue. Burial was in the church cemetery, with Thornton Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Maddox, Earnest Lem
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Jun 1990
     Earnest Lem Maddox of Route 1, Flovilla died Wednesday, June 13.
     He was born July 26, 1902 in Monroe County, the son of the late. Jack and Corene Maddox. He was a member of Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church where he served as a deacon.
     Funeral services were held Monday, June 18, at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church with the Rev. H. R. Wright officiating. Burial was in the China Grove Baptist Cemetery.
     Survivors include sons, Earnest Maddox, Jr. and Thomas Stewart both of Flovilla; daughters, Mary Balkcom of Atlanta, Carrie Johnson of Juliette, and Willow Johnson of Detroit, MI; sisters, Virginia Chambliss of Macon and Beatrice Hartfield of Asberry; brother-in-law, Eugene Chambliss of Macon; 44 grandchildren, 74 great grandchildren; four great great grandchildren, as well as several nieces and nephews.
     Trimier Jackson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements

Maddox, Eliza
Middle Georgia Argus December 7, 1893
A Dastardly Murder
     At Flovilla on Sunday morning a foul murder was committed by the killing of Eliza Maddox, and her husband, Green Maddox, has been arrested and on Monday was lodged in jail by deputy Sheriff Crawford, charged with doing the killing.
     There were ____ in the affair except the murdered woman and the party who did the bloody work, but as Green had been quarreling with his wife just a short while before the murder, about other men visiting her, it is supposable that in a fit of jealousy he picked up a hammer and struck her on the head as her skull was cracked in from the blow, and particles of it were imbedded in her brain. The skin was not broken, but the blow was sufficient to produce almost instant death, as she was unconscious and lingered only a short while after being found. All evidence points ___ husband as the murderer, and if it is proven ____ him Jackson will probably witness another hanging at some future day.
     
Maddox, Eliza Frances Weaver
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Jan 1958
Mrs. J. L. Maddox 100 Years Old Was Buried On December 31
     Mrs. J. L. Maddox, of Forsyth, who at 100 years of age was one of middle Georgia's oldest and most beloved citizen, died at her home in Forsyth Sunday afternoon following a brief illness.
     Funeral services were held at Macedonia Baptist Church in Butts county at 11 o'clock Tuesday morning, December 31, with the Rev. H. E. Gaddy officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery under the direction of Ash-Dillon Funeral Home.
     A native of Butts county, she was the daughter of Edward Weaver and Katherine Andrews Weaver. Before her marriage to John L. Maddox, she was Miss Eliza Frances Weaver. She and Mr. Maddox bought the old Moreland home in Forsyth, and had resided there 38 years. Mr. Maddox preceding her in death. She was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church at Stark.
     Mrs. Maddox observed her 100th birthday last August 17 with friends and relatives making the occasion a memorable one for her. She was the subject of pictures and feature articles in the Forsyth, Macon, and Atlanta and Jackson papers.
     Her mind remained retentive and keen and on her birthday she recalled for her visitors some of the hardships that she and her family endured during the trying days of Reconstruction and remarkable clarity event Sherman's march to the sea as he swept through central Georgia.
    She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. J. H. Hoard; Mrs. M. R. Baer and Mrs. Exie Hamlin, all of Forsyth; one son, J. Wright Maddox, of Jackson; a half sister, Mrs. Ollie Heath, of Forsyth; a half brother; Jess Hollifield, of Stark; eight grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren, and a number of nieces and nephews.
    Pallbearers were J. K. Zenner, John Heard, Lyle Hollis, John Collins and Jimmy Watkins.
Maddox, Elizabeth Jackson Anne Stodghill
Butts County Progress February 26, 1915
Mrs. H. R. Maddox Yields To Death
     Following a period of prolonged ill health, Mrs. Henry R. Maddox died at her home at Worthville Wednesday morning. A general breakdown was the cause of death. She was about 64 years of age and an excellent and highly esteemed lady.
     Mrs. Maddox was twice married, first to a Mr. Sparks, who died some years ago, and Mr. Maddox by whom she is survived. She was a Miss Stodghill and has two brothers, Messrs. James and W. F. Stodghill, of Worthville.
     The funeral was held at the Methodist church at Worthville Thursday at 12 o'clock, noon.
Maddox, Ella Frances Wilson
  Butts County Progress November 12, 1909
Death Of Mrs. Joe Maddox.
     After an illness of only a few days Mrs. Joe C. Maddox died at her home on McDonough street last night at 9 o'clock. Death was due to gastritis. Dangerously ill for several days death was not unexpected, though it came as a painful shock to a large circle of friends who sincerely mourn Mrs. Maddox.
     The deceased was one of the most prominent women in the county. Before marriage she was a Miss Wilson. She was about 55 years of age.
     Mrs. Maddox is survived by three sons, her husband, Joe C. Maddox, having preceded her to the grave, Mr. Lon Maddox and Carl and Aldine Maddox; five daughters Mrs. Sid Watkins, Misses Floy, Leila, Cassie and Evie Maddox, four brothers, Messrs. R. A., J. J., M. A., and W. A. Wilson, and other relatives.
     The funeral was held this afternoon at 1 o'clock at Sardis, the services being conducted by Dr. Robert VanDeventer. Interment was in the cemetery at Sardis where other members of the family are laid to rest.

Maddox, Ellis
The Jackson Progress-Argus July 25, 1984
Mr. Maddox.
     Ellis Maddox Sr., 64, of Route 1, Jackson, the Fincherville Road, died Monday morning at Georgia Baptist Hospital in Atlanta after an illness of several weeks.
Mr. Maddox was born in Butts County, son of the late John B. Maddox and Nancy Elizabeth Leach [Lynch] Maddox. He was a carpenter, a member of the Second Baptist Church of Jackson, and a veteran of the U. S. Army, serving in World War II.
     Survivors include his wife, Tenelia Collins Maddox; son, Ellis Maddox Jr., of Stockbridge; stepson, David Cook of Jonesboro; stepdaughter, Marie Smith of Jonesboro; brothers, James N. Maddox of Jackson and Robert M. Maddox of Opelika, Ala.; sisters, Eva Lindhal and Martha Lee Moore, both of Opelika, Ala.; four grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
     Services were conducted Wednesday at 11 a.m. at the Second Baptist Church with the Rev. Lanny Smith officiating. Burial was in the Jackson city cemetery.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

Maddox, Elsie Sutton
Jackson Progress Argus, July 26, 1945
Mrs. C. L. Maddox Claimed by Death
     Mrs. C. Luther Maddox, 66 years of age, died at her home near Jackson at 7:20 Tuesday night after an illness of several months.
     Born and reared in Monroe county, she was the former Miss Elsie Sutton. After her marriage to Mr. Maddox, successful Butts county planter, she resided here for many years and had a wide circle of friends who regret to know of her passing. Mrs. Maddox was a member of Providence Methodist church.
     Survivors are her husband and six daughters, Mrs. J. M. Washington and Miss Carolyn Maddox of Jackson; Mrs. W. E. Copeland of McDonough; Mrs. Tom Mills of Atlanta; Mrs. A. E. Smithwick of Illinois and Mrs. Wilson Standard of Atlanta; Eight grandchildren and one great grand child; four brother, Charlie, Cyrus, J. and Bose Sutton.
     Funeral services were to be held Thursday morning at 11 o'clock at the home with Rev. W. M. Black officiating. Burial will follow in the Jackson cemetery with Thornton Funeral Home directing arrangements.
     The pallbearers were Lester Sutton, Roy Sutton, Franklin Washington, Franklin Maddox, Adeal Maddox, Albert Maddox.

Maddox, Elvin Jennings
Jackson Progress-Argus, November 20, 1947.
Elvin Maddox, 45, Taken by Death.
     Elvin Maddox, 45 years of age, employed by the Pepperton Cotton Mills, died at his home at 11:30 on Thursday night. He had been in feeble health several years.
     Born in the Cedar Rick community, Mr. Maddox was a son of the late W. H. Maddox and Mrs. Ola Willard Maddox. He was a member of the Cedar Rock church and had been a resident of Pepperton for several years.
     Survivors are his wife, the former Miss Lois Edge; a son, William Maddox, U. S. Navy; two daughters, Mrs. Hillery Wise and Mrs. Lamar Jinks of Jackson; four sisters, Mrs. Ray Cook, Mrs. C. C. Jinks, Mrs. W. M. Bond.
     Funeral services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Jackson Methodist church and Rev. W. S. Norton officiated. Burial was in the Cedar Rock cemetery and Thornton Funeral Home had charge of plans.

Maddox, Emily Frances
  The Jackson Progress-Argus June 29, 1928
Miss Emily Maddox Found Dead In Bed.
     Miss Emily Maddox, about 80 years of age, was found dead in her bed at the home of her sister-in-law, Mrs. William T. Maddox, near Fincherville, Wednesday morning. Following the death of her brother, Mr. W. T. Maddox, in November, 1925, she had lived with her sister-in-law. An inquest was to be held Thursday by Coroner J. A. Buford and interment will be in Macedonia cemetery, with Rev. I. G. Walker, Sr., conducting the funeral services.
     Miss Maddox is survived by a sister, Mrs. Annie E. Moss, and several nieces and nephews.

Maddox, Emily Waller
  The Jackson Argus January 27 1899
Mrs. Emily Maddox Dies.
     Mrs. Emily Maddox, mother of Judge C. S. Maddox, died last Monday and was buried on Tuesday following at Providence church cemetery.
     At the time of her death Mrs. Maddox was 91 years of age, and had been invalid for about five years past. She was, perhaps, the oldest woman in Butts county, and was one of the best women. Her life was as useful as it was long and as she lived, so she died a noble Christian woman.
     It was her request that her body be interred at Providence church, that Rev. Dr. Hansford of Monroe county preach her funeral, and that he read this scripture as his text:
     And I heard a voice from heaven saying unto me, write, Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth, yea, with the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors; and their works do follow them." All requests were fulfilled and the body is now peacefully awaiting the resurrection morn.

Maddox, Emma Blanche Chambers
  The Jackson Progress-Argus June 10, 1937
Mrs. F. M. Maddox Taken By Death.
     The death of Mrs. Emma Maddox, 66 years of age, widow of the late Frances Marion Maddox, occurred Tuesday morning at 9:30 at her home in Flovilla. Ill for several weeks, she suffered from a complication of diseases.
     Mrs. Maddox, the former Miss Emma Chambers, was daughter of Wm. T. Chambers and Mrs. Josephine Bell Chambers, of Spalding county. She was born June 9, 1871 and was married to Mr. Maddox on March 9, 1898. Following her marriage she resided in Butts county and at the death of Mr. Maddox a few years ago made her home in Flovilla. She was a member of the Christian church in Griffin and was known for her life of kindness, gentile deeds and help to those in distress. Mrs. Maddox was the last member of her immediate family, but is survived by several nieces and nephews who reside in Griffin and Atlanta.
     Funeral services were held from the home Wednesday afternoon at 4 o'clock, with the Rev. W. J. Self, pastor of the Flovilla Baptist church officiating. Interment was in the family lot in the Flovilla cemetery.
 
Maddox, Emma E. Willis
Jackson Progress-Argus July 6 1917
Death of Mrs. I. H. Maddox Occurred on 27
Long Illness Take One of County's Best Beloved and Most Prominent Women Funeral Thursday
     The death of Mrs. I. H. Maddox, which occurred Wednesday night, June 27, came as a shock to the family and a wide circle of friends. She had been sick for exactly six months. Death was due to a complication of diseases.
     Mrs. Maddox was 62 years old, was a member of the Baptist church and a most excellent christian lady who was held in high esteem by all who knew her. Before her marriage she was Miss Emma E. Willis, of Upson county, her first husband, Mr. Taylor having died several years ago.
     Surviving Mrs. Maddox are her husband, Mr. I. H. Maddox, four sons by her first marriage, Messrs. J. A., A. F. A. Q. and W. E. Taylor; eight step children, Mrs. I. M. Wilson, Mrs. W. H. Maddox, Jr., Mrs. S. T. Hendrick, Messrs. J. O., Chester, Raymond, Henri, and Ernest Maddox; four sisters, Mrs. A. B. Quinlan and Mrs. Will Merritt, of Macon, Mrs. Jerry Taylor, of Barnesville, Mrs. W. D. Crawford, of Butts county; two brothers, Messrs. John and A. M. Willis.
     The funeral was held at Fellowship church Thursday afternoon at 3 o'clock, Rev. C. C. Heard, of Jenkinsburg, conducting the service. Interment was in the churchyard.
     The family have the sympathy of many friends in their bereavement.

Jackson Progress-Argus Aug 10 1917
Resolutions on Death of Mrs. I. H. Maddox
     Mrs. I. H. Maddox was born in Upson county, Ga., August 25, 1855. When a child of twelve she gave herself into the keeping of Jesus and united with the Baptist church. On August 17, 1871, she was united in marriage to Mr. G. W. Taylor with whom she lived nearly 25 years. This union was blessed with six children, four of whom remain to weep over her absence. After the death of Mr. Taylor she remained a widow about 13 years. She was then united in marriage to Mr. I. H. Maddox, with whom she lived about 8 years. She died the 27th day of June, 1917. At the time of her death she was a member of Towaliga Baptist church. In life she was a faithful wife, patient and loving mother. She loved her home and her church and since God has taken her out of her suffering which she bore so patiently, we as a committee from our church bow in submission to His will. Our church is grieved because of her death. We commend her husband and children to Almighty God who doeth all things well.
     Respectfully submitted,
     Mrs. J. E. Hale
     Mrs. W. F. Stroud
     Mrs. C. B. Sims
     Committee

Maddox, Emma Elizabeth Singley
   The Jackson Progress-Argus April 19, 1929
Mrs. C. E. Maddox Is Taken By Death
     Following an illness of only a few days, Mrs. Clifford E. Maddox, 50 years of age, died at her home here Sunday night at 8 o'clock. She was stricken with paralysis Friday of the past week and her condition had been critical for several days and death was not unexpected. She had many relatives and friends over the county who will be sorry to learn of her death.
     She was born and reared in Butts county, being a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Singley, pioneer residents of this section. Mrs. Maddox was highly esteemed by a wide circle of friends.
     Surviving, are her husband, Mr. Clifford E. Maddox; four daughters, Mrs. Eunice Thaxton, of Porterdale, Mrs. Annie Taylor, of Jackson, Misses Frances and Virginia Thaxton, of Jackson; two sons, Forest and J. C. Maddox, of Jackson.
     Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock at Macedonia church. Rev. L. L. Minton officiated and interment was in the church yard.

Maddox, Emma Estelle Wood (Stella)
Jackson Progress Argus 25 Apr 1984
     Mrs. Emma Estelle (Stella) Wood Maddox, 82, of 616 Wesley Drive, Jackson, died Wednesday morning, April 18, after apparently suffering a heart attack at her residence.
     A native of Athens, she and her husband resided in Atlanta for many years before moving to Jackson six years ago. She was a member of the Old Confederate Avenue Church in Atlanta. Her father was the late Weldon Wood, chief of police in Athens for many years.
     Survivors include her husband, Hollis L. Maddox, a native of Butts County; two granddaughters; several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
     Services were held Friday at 2:30 p.m. in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with the Rev. Bill O'Conner officiating. Burial was in the Jackson city cemetery.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Maddox, Euell Ray
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Jun 1975
Heart Attack Claims Euell Ray Maddox
     Mr. Euell Ray Maddox, 69, of Route 1, Jackson, died Friday night at Clayton General Hospital from an apparent heart attack. Mr. Maddox was visiting his daughter, Mrs. Homer L. Wilkerson, Jr. of Morrow, when he suffered a heart seizure. He was rushed to Clayton General Hospital and expired a short time after reaching the hospital's emergency room.
     Born March 13, 1906 in Rockdale County, Mr. Maddox was the son of the late Mr. William Thomas Maddox and Mrs. Fleeta Estelle Sawyer Maddox. For many years Mr. Maddox was employed by Bibb Manufacturing Company in Porterdale, retiring in 1971. He was a member of the Sardis Baptist Church in Henry County.
     Funeral services were conducted at three o'clock Sunday afternoon in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson with the Rev. J. S. Hayes, Rev. William Gafford, pastor of Sardis Baptist church, and Dr. William Lacy, pastor of the First Baptist Church of Morrow, officiating. Interment was in Fairview Memorial Gardens at Stockbridge with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Maddox is survived by his wife, Mrs. Lillie Mitchell Maddox of Jackson; two daughters, Mrs. Harold F. Bowden of Jackson and Mrs. Homer L. Wilkerson, Jr. of Morrow; a sister, Mrs. Arlevia B. Fleming of Atlanta; a brother, Lindsey A. Maddox of McDonough; three grandchildren, Miss Debbie Wilkerson and Kirk Wilkerson, both of Morrow; Miss Lorrie Bowden of Jackson; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Wesley H. Fleming, Hoyd K. Maddox, Eugene Mitchell, Jack Miller, Charles E. Hinton, Frank Carson.

Maddox, Eva Colela (Leila) Mason
Jackson Progress-Argus, Aug 8, 1963
Death Wednesday Claims Mrs. C. C. Maddox, 76
     Mrs. Glennie C. Maddox, 76, of 366 College Street, widely known Jackson matron, died at Sylvan Grove Hospital Wednesday morning, July 31, following a long period of declining health.
     The former Miss Evie Colela (Leila) Mason, she was born in Henry County, daughter of Andrew J. Mason and Mrs. Nora Jane Stewart Mason. She was a member of Sardis Baptist Church in Henry County, but had lived most of her life in Butts County.
     Funeral services were held Thursday afternoon at 3 o'clock from the Jackson Methodist Church with the Rev. W. L. Cawthon, pastor, officiating, assisted by Rev. Argin Floyd, pastor of the Worthville Baptist Church.
     Mrs. Maddox is survived by her husband, Mr. G. C. Maddox; three daughters, Mrs. Paul Pickett, Mrs. Millard Jones, both of Jackson, and Mrs. Curry Cawthon of Forest Park; six sons, Lawrence Maddox of HApeville, Randall Maddox of Morrow, Cecil Maddox of Forest Park, Rebon Maddox, Marvin (Bill) Maddox, and Levie Maddox, all of Jackson; thirteen grandchildren; four great grandchildren; three sisters, Mrs. Bertie Carter, Chattanooga; Mrs. Lillian Spoenemann of Roswell; Mrs. J. D. Watkins, Cape Coral, Fla.; two brothers, Grover Mason of Atlanta and Festus Mason of Jackson.
     A grandson, Neil Earnhart, made his home with Mr. and Mrs. Maddox.
     Pallbearers were Haywood Hodges, J. D. (Bud) Pope, Will Avery Cook, W. A. Duke, Jr., L. Marlin Spencer and Forrest Mason.

Maddox, Fannie Mae Smith
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Oct 1982
     Mrs. Fannie Mae Smith Maddox, 74, of Number 7, Seventh Street, East Jackson died Thursday morning at Sylvan Grove Hospital after an extended illness.
     Mrs. Maddox, the widow of Forrest Elwood Maddox Sr., was born in . Butts County Nov. 2, 1907 and was the daughter of the late Joe H. Smith and the late Mrs. Susie Davis Smith.
     She was retired from Avondale Mills and was a member of the Second Baptist Church.
     Survivors include a son, Forrest Elwood Maddox Jr. of Macon; a daughter, Mrs. Sylvia Norsworthy of Jackson; a brother, John D. Smith of Flovilla; a sister, Mrs. Martha Mackey of Forest Park; eight grandchildren, eight great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were conducted Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Second Baptist Church in Jackson with Rev. James Burleson and Rev. Charlie Howell officiating. Burial was in the Pepperton cemetery.
     The deacons of the Second Baptist Church were pallbearers and included Pete Cook, Odell Cleveland, J. O. King, Willie Avery Cook, W. L. Jones, and Marion Parker.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Maddox, Ferrell
(See Evans, Julian)

Maddox, Floy Henry
Middle Georgia Argus August 30, 1887
In Memoriam
     Floy Henry, the little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Maddox, was born September 26, 1883, and died after an illness of two months with typhoid fever, August 18, 1887.
     Previous to her attack of fever little Henry enjoyed buoyant health and was a lovely type of child. Her mind was exceedingly perceptive for a child and her disposition was as sweet as her countenance. The merry laugh -almost like music that fell from her lips was delightful company for her little sister and brother and a joy to the loving parents. No wonder that the hearts of the young parents were warmed with love and admiration as they saw the smiles and the roses dawn upon the fair little face, and watched the innocent sparkle of eyes that had never seen human depravity and moral corruption. As their eyes rest upon this bright picture it is very natural that they should indulge in the hoe that such a child might grow up and honor and a blessing to them. And might they note hope that the trials and the infirmities of their declining years would be lightened and alleviated by those little hands? It seems that such reflections would be the natural result of beholding so promising a child.
     But the Father who doeth all things well had a greater claim upon little Henry than those who were so dear to her on earth. The little cheeks lost their bloom, the expression became grave and thoughtful, and vigor in the agile limbs has been surrendered by quietude. Sickness has invaded the happy home; the days multiply and the weeks run into months. The little sufferer grows weaker. All are aware that the end is at hand. In a clear and distinct voice the dear little girl asks for "Mama." Mama bends low over the precious form the little arms encircle her neck for the last time. With a breaking heart the mother gave her child a farewell embrace and resigned her to the Maker whose love is infinite.
     Bereaved ones, I know you are sad, but if there is any occasion for weeping it should be from the knowledge that our condition is so far inferior to that of little Henry.
Maddox, Forest Elwood
The Jackson Progress-Argus May 1, 1927
Death Of Young Boy
     Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Maddox have the sympathy of their friends in the death of their five-year-old son, Forest Elwood Maddox, which occurred at Pepperton Monday afternoon. Funeral services were conducted at Macedonia Tuesday afternoon by Rev. L. L. Minton.

Maddox, Forrest Elwood, Jr.
Jackson Progress Argus 02 Jul 1986
     Forrest Elwood Maddox Jr., 57, of O'Hara Drive, Macon, died Saturday night at the Eisenhower Medical Center in Augusta.
     Mr. Maddox was a native of Butts County, son of the late Forrest Maddox Sr. and Annie Mae Smith Maddox. He retired from the Army following 22 years of service and was employed by Sears Department Store in Macon.
     Survivors include his wife, Frances Maddox; sons, Jeff, Joe, and David Maddox, all of Macon; sister, Sylvia Norsworthy of Jackson; three granddaughters; two uncles. two aunts, and several nieces and nephews.
     The funeral was held today at 2 p.m. at Houston Heights Baptist Church in Macon. Burial was in Glen Haven Memorial Gardens in Macon.
     Crestlawn Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Maddox, Forrest Elwood, Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Dec 1971
Forrest Maddox Succumbs After Lengthy Illness
     Mr. Forrest Elwood Maddox, Sr., 67, widely known East Jackson resident, died at the Sylvan Grove Hospital Thursday afternoon, December 2nd, following an illness which extended over several months. He had been a patient in the hospital since November 15th.
     Mr. Maddox was the son of the late Mr. Clifford Maddox and Mrs. Emma Singley Maddox, both of Butts County, and was born January 19, 1904 in Butts County. He was a retired employee of the Indian Springs Plant of Avondale Mills. Mr. Maddox was a member of the Second Baptist Church where he served as a deacon and Sunday School teacher of the Junior Boys Sunday School Class.
     Funeral services were conducted Saturday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock from the Second Baptist Church with Rev. A. L. Price, pastor, Second Baptist Church, and Rev. R. W. Jenkins, pastor of the Macedonia Baptist Church, officiating. Interment was in the Pepperton Cemetery with Sherrell Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Fannie Mae Smith Maddox of Jackson; a son, Forrest E. Maddox Jr. of Macon; a daughter, Mrs. Sylvia Norsworthy, Jackson; two sisters, Mrs. Robert Taylor Sr. and Mrs. Buck Hoard, both of Jackson; step-mother, Mrs. Ruby Maddox of Jackson; seven grandsons; one granddaughter; a large number of nieces and nephews.
     Deacons served as pallbearers and included Luther Byars, Robert Strawn, Harry Maddox, W. A. Cook, Pete Cook and Ollie King.

Maddox, Frances Beatrice Maddux
Jackson Progress Argus 02 Jun 1977
Sunday Rites Were Held For Mrs. Maddox
     Mrs. Frances Beatrice Maddux Maddox, 77, of Route 5, Jackson, died Saturday morning at Emory University Hospital in Atlanta.
     A lifelong resident of Butts County, Mrs. Maddox was the daughter of the late Francis Crawford Maddux and the late Nora Lee White Maddux, both of Butts County.
     She was a member of the Flovilla United Methodist Church. Mrs. Maddox taught school in Monroe and Butts Counties for several years and was a housewife. She was a member of the Towaliga Home Demonstration Club.
     Mrs. Maddox is survived by her husband, Mr. Franklin L. Maddox of Jackson; one daughter, Mrs. Charles Kent of Columbus; a son Claude Maddox of Jackson; eight grandchildren; one great grandchild; several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon at two o'clock from the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with the Rev. Dan Brown and the Rev. Don Harp officiating. Interment was in Mt. Vernon Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson in charge.
     Pallbearers were Bill Garland, Jimmy Kent, Newton Maddox, Cary Maddox, Floyd Moore, and Albert Maddox.

Maddux, Francis Crawford
Jackson Progress Argus 21 Oct 1957
F. C. Maddux Was Buried Sunday at Flovilla Cemetery
     Funeral services for Mr. Francis Crawford Maddux, 85, well known retired Butts county farmer who died early Saturday morning at a Forsyth hospital, were held Sunday morning at 10 o'clock at the Flovilla Methodist Church with the Rev. Don Welch officiating. Interment was in the Flovilla cemetery under the direction of Haisten Funeral Home.
     A native of Butts county, Mr. Maddux had lived in Flovilla for
years where he had a wide circle of friends. He was a member of the Flovilla Methodist Church.
     Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. F. L. Maddox, of Jackson; three grandchildren and eight great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Horace Bankston, Ardell Moncrief, Iverson Chambers, E. R. Edwards Jr., Cliff Funderburk, Howard Greer.

Maddox, Frances Vivian
Jackson Progress Argus December 6, 1929
Death of Small Girl Occurred November 27
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Maddox sympathize with them in the death of their year-old daughter, Frances Vivian which occurred November 27 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Troy McClure. Besides her parents the child is survived by grandparents Mr. and Mrs. T. C. McClure and Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Maddox. Funeral services were held Thursday morning at 10 o'clock at Macedonia.
     
Maddox, Francis Marion
  The Jackson Progress-Argus May 23, 1924
Mr. F. M. Maddox Claimed By Death.
     Following an illness of several months, Mr. F. M. Maddox, one of the county's best known citizens died at his home in Flovilla Friday night at 6 o'clock. His passing, though not unexpected, came as a shock to the family and a wide circle of friends.
     Mr. Maddox was 67 years of age. He was a successful farmer and business man and a director in the Farmers & Merchants Bank of Jackson. He enjoyed the confidence and esteem of all his associates. He was a man of sterling integrity and worth.
     He is survived by his wife, one brother, Mr. D. A. Maddox, of Pitts, Ga., three sisters, Mrs. S. H. Malone, of Jacksonville, Fla., Mrs. Addie Nolan and Mrs. J. M. Barnes of Flovilla.
     Funeral services were held at the home Sunday morning at 11 o'clock, with Rev. J. E Cline of Flovilla officiating. The pallbearers were his nephews. Interment was in the Flovilla cemetery.
  
Maddox, Franklin Leonard
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Feb 1981
     Funeral services for Mr. Franklin Leonard Maddox, 86, Route 5 Mt. Vernon Rd. were conducted Tuesday afternoon at 2:00 p. m. in Haisten's chapel. Rev Don Harp and Rev. David Northcutt officiated and interment was in the Mt. Vernon cemetery in Butts County.
     Mr. Maddox died around 6:00 a.m. Monday morning at the residence of his son where he had been making his home.
     He was a life long resident of Butts County, the son of the late Dulane Maddox and the late Annie Lee Brown Maddox. He was a retired farmer and served on the ASCS committee as chairman for many years.
     Mr Maddox was a former member of the Butts County Board of the Education amd was a veteran of World War I. He was a member of the Flovilla United Methodist Church.
     Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. Miriam Kent of Columbus; one son, Mr. Claude Maddox of Jackson; eight grandchildren; three great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Cary Maddox, Newton Maddox, Don Davidson, Bill Garland, Jimmy Kent and Albert Maddox.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Maddox, Fred H.
Jackson Progress Argus 15 Aug 1979 Fred Maddox Rites
     Funeral services for Mr. Fred H. Maddox, 79, of Bainbridge, were held at Cox Funeral Home in Bainbridge on July 26th.
     A native of Butts County, he was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph P. Maddox. He graduated from Jackson High School in the class of 1918 and attended reunions of his class here in 1978 and 1979.
     He had made his home in Bainbridge since 1945. For over 22 years, he was employed as a salesman for Armour and Company, of Tifton, prior to his retirement in 1945. For the past few years, he had worked for the Bainbridge Country Club in its golf pro shop.
     He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church and the Bainbridge Country Club. During World War I he saw service with the U. S. Army.
     Survivors include a son, Danny F. Maddox, of Panama City, Florida; two grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
     Cox Funeral Home of Bainbridge was in charge of arrangements.

Maddox, Fred H., Mrs.
Jackson Progress Argus 01 Dec 1977
Mrs. Maddox, Ex Resident, Buried Nov 22
     Funeral services for Mrs. Fred H. Maddox, 72, of 1118 Japonida, Drive, Bainbridge, were held November 22 from Cox Funeral Chapel with Rev. Reuben T. Allen, Jr. officiating. Interment was in Oak City Cemetery.
     Born in Fayette County, she had lived in Decatur County for 32 years. She was
a member of the First Presbyterian Church.
     Mrs. Maddox and. her husband lived in Jackson for a short period of time, he having graduated from Jackson High School in the class of 1915,
     Survivors include her husband, Fred H. Maddox of Bainbridge; son, Danny F. Maddox, U. S. Navy, Panama City, Fla.; a grandson; mother, Mrs. Mamie Cox of Newnan; four sisters; and three brothers.
     Cox Funeral Home of Bainbridge was in charge of arrangements.

Maddox, Frederick Carlton, Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 10 Dec 1964
F. C. Maddox Sr. Died in Valdosta; Burial Flovilla
     Mr. Frederick Carlton Maddox Sr., 74, former resident of Flovilla, passed away at Crestwood Nursing Home in Valdosta Friday morning, December 4, after a period of declining health of several months.
     Born in Flovilla, the son of the late Mr. D. A. Maddox and Mrs. Lizzie Tyner Maddox, Mr. Maddox lived there until his family moved to Pitts when he was about 15 years old. He had worked for the Georgia Power Company, but retired several years ago. He had lived in Valdosta for the past 14 years. He was a member of the Methodist Church.
     Funeral services for Mr. Maddox were conducted Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock from Haisten Chapel with the Rev. Marvin Brewer, pastor of the Jackson Methodist Church, officiating. Interment was in the Flovilla Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. C. O. Blackstock of Cartersville, Mrs. A. S. Morton of Atlanta, Mrs. C. J. Merritt of Albany; one son, Fred C. Maddox Jr. of Hitchcock, Texas; one brother, Parkerson Maddox of Cordele; one .sister, Miss Mary Christine Maddox of Pitts; 11 grandchildren; and a cousin, Mrs. George Barnes of Flovilla.
     Pallbearers were Billy Long, Virgil Pace, Hoyt Chestnut, Russell Crumbley, Doug Page, Phillip Bunch.

Maddox, George
Jackson Progress Argus 08 Aug 1984
     George Maddox, 67, of Barnesville died July 31 in a Decatur hospital.
     Mr. Maddox, a lifelong resident of Lamar County, was an Army World War II veteran and a charter member of the Lions International. He was a member of the Marvin United Methodist Church and the Middle Georgia Cattlemen's Association.
     Survivors include his wife, Margaret Harper Maddox; son, Charles Maddox of Jackson; granddaughter, Ginger Maddox of Jackson;
     Services were held Thursday at 2 p.m. in Marvin United Methodist Church with burial in Greenwood Cemetery in Barnesville.
     Williams Funeral Horne of Barnesville was in charge of arrangements.
Maddox, George Lacey
Mr. G. Lacey Maddox Died Friday Morning
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Oct 1932
     The death of Mr. G. Lacey Maddox, 66 years of age, former resident of Butts county, occurred at his home in Atlanta Friday morning at 11 o'clock. He had been sick for the past five years, suffering from a complication of diseases and death was not unexpected.
     Mr. Maddox was formerly one of Butts county's best known citizens. The family moved to Atlanta a few years ago for permanent residence. He was born in Iron Springs district April 6, 1866, a son of Mr. Asbury Maddox and Mrs. Caroline Beauchamp Maddox, prominent residents of the county. With the exception of a few years spent in Florida, Mr. Maddox resided in Butts county all his life until he removed to Atlanta. He was a carpenter and contractor and was one of the best known builders ever reared in the county. All his work was marked by accuracy, neatness and a high standard of excellence.
     Mr. Maddox is survived by his wife wife, who previous to her marriage was Miss Ada Minter; one son, Mr. Robert Maddox, of Atlanta; a sister, Mrs. Betty Goodson, of Atlanta, and one brother, Mr. M. S. Maddox, of Jackson. Brothers who preceded him in death were Messrs. J. L., W. H., Charlie and James Maddox, all well known residents of the county.
     The body was brought to Jackson and funeral services were held at the Jackson Methodist church Saturday afternoon at 3 o'clock, with Rev. Henry H. Jones, of Atlanta, a former pastor here, officiating. Interment was made in the Jackson City Cemetery.

Maddox, Georgia Gertrude Stewart
  The Jacksonian February 22, 1907
     Mrs. I. H. Maddox, wife of Hon. I. H. Maddox of Worthville died Tuesday and was buried Wednesday.

Maddox, Georgianna R.
Jackson Progress Argus 21 Sep 1983
     Georgianna R Maddox, 41, of 106 Skyway Dr., Warner Robins, died Sept. 10 at the Medical Center of Houston County after a lengthy illness.
     A native of Fulton County, Mrs. Maddox was a florist and beautician. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Warner Robins.
     Survivors include her husband, J. Hugh Mad- dox of Warner Robins;
daughter, Cynthia Maddox of Atlanta; sons, Trent, Bill, and James Maddox, all of Warner Robins; father, George Raven of Fayetteville; sisters, Carol Haynes of Fayetteville and Jimmie Hosey of Centralhatchee, Ga.; many relatives in Butts County.
     Services were held Sept. 12 at 2 o'clock at the First United Methodist Church in Warner Robins. Burial was in Cedar Rock Cemetery in Butts County.
     Christopher-Smith Funeral Home of Warner Robins was in charge of arrangements.

Maddox, Gladys
  The Jackson Argus March 1, 1901
Union Ridge.
     We regret very much to note the death of little Gladys Maddox, which occurred on the 17th.

Maddox, Gladys A. Lowe
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Mar 1978
Final Rites Mrs. Maddox In McDonough
     Mrs. Gladys A. Maddox, 82, of Jackson, passed away February 27th. Funeral services were held Thursday, March 2nd, at 11 o'clock at Carmichael Chapel with Rev. Larry Jones officiating. Interment was in Crest Lawn Memorial Park.
     Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. Marie Jackson Wyatt of Jackson; a son, Calvin Maddox of Florida, Gilbert Maddox of Stockbridge, Charles D. Maddox of Atlanta; three sisters, Mrs. Mozell Hunter of Greenwood, S. C . Mrs. Betty Cowan of Decatur, and Mrs. Lola Williams of Alabama; brother, Buck Lowe of Alabama; ten grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.
     D. T. Carmichael & Sons were in charge of arrangements.

Maddox, Gladys James
Jackson Progress Argus 25 Mar 1992
     Mrs. Gladys James Maddox, 82, of Biles Road in Jackson died early Monday morning at Sylvan Grove Hospital where she had been a patient for several days.
     The funeral was held Wednesday, March 25, in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home in Jackson, with the Revs. Gene Sellers and A. L. Price officiating. Interment was in Pepperton Cemetery.
     Mrs. Maddox was born in Butts County, daughter of the late William and Eulalia Thaxton James. She was a member of Second Baptist Church in Jackson.
     Survivors include her husband, Lewis Maddox of Jackson; daughter, Patsy MacDonald of Morrow; eight grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren; brothers, Paul James of Jackson and Warren James of Rocky Mount, N.C.; sister, Virginia Watkins of Jackson; and several nieces and nephews.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Maddox, Glenn Cleveland
Jackson Progress Argus 05 Jun 1969
Rites Sunday For Mr. Maddox, Retired Farmer
     Mr. Glenn Cleveland Maddox, 84, widely known retired farmer of Route 1, Jackson, died late Friday afternoon at Sylvan Grove Hospital in Jackson following an extended illness.
     Mr. Maddox was a lifelong resident of Butts County, the son of Mr. James Gaston Maddox and Mrs. Hattie Thaxton Maddox.
     Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon at three o'clock at the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson. The Rev. Ben F. Stone, former pastor of the Worthville Baptist Church, and the Rev. Ed Galloway, pastor of the Jenkinsburg Charge, officiated. Burial was in Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Maddox is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Madge Pickett, Mrs. Mozelle Jones, both of Jackson; Mrs. Bobbye Cawthon of Forest Park; six sons, J. Lawrence Maddox, Cecil M. Maddox, both of Forest Park; Randall W. Maddox of Morrow; M. N. (Bill) Maddox, Rebon S. Maddox and Levie G. Maddox, all of Jackson; 12 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were grandsons and included Frank O'Neal, Hugh Maddox, Stanley Maddox, Glenn Maddox, Michael Maddox, Tom Presley, Wayne Stone, and Ed Pickel.

Maddox, Harold
Jackson Progress-Argus, June 27, 1946.
Harold Maddox Died Monday of Train Injuries.
     Harold Maddox, 25 years of age, a recently discharged Army veteran, succumbed Monday morning at U. S. Veterans Hospital from injuries believed to have been suffered early Sunday morning when he was struck by a train near the Pepperton Cotton Mills warehouse.
     His body was found around 5 a.m. Sunday by the nightwatchman at the Pepperton Mills according to Sheriff J. D. Pope, who arrived on the scene shortly thereafter, the accident must have occurred some time between 3 and 5 o'clock, judging from his wounds. He was rushed to the Veterans Hospital 48 in Atlanta where it was found he was suffering from grievous head wounds and severe internal injuries. He died at about 5 o'clock Monday Morning.
     Son of Mr. J. M. Maddox and the late Mrs. Della Greer Maddox, he was born and reared in Butts county and spent his life here with the exception of the time he was in the armed forces.
     He is survived by his father and six brothers, Carl, C. J., Arthur, Alfred C., and Lemont Maddox; two sisters, Mrs. Claud Howard of Burlington, N. C., and Mrs. Ray Gregory of Griffin.
     Funeral services were held at Macedonia church Tuesday afternoon at 3;30 and Rev. Gaither Briggs and Rev. L. H. Amason officiated. Burial was in the churchyard and Thornton Funeral Home had charge of plans.

Jackson Progress-Argus. July 4, 1946. Name of Brother was Omitted from Notice.
     In listing the brothers of Harold Maddox, who died June 24 of injuries suffered when hit by a train, the Progress-Argus inadvertently omitted the name of Lewis M. Maddox. The correction is gladly made.

Maddox, Harvey J.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus July 25, 1919
Mr. Harvey Maddox Claimed By Death
     After an illness of about three months with Mr. disease, Mr. Harvey Maddox, 21 years of age, passed away at his home on the Fincherville road, five miles north of Jackson at 3 o'clock Thursday morning. His death, while not unexpected, came as a shock to a very large number of friends.
     Mr. Maddox, who was a member of the Cedar Rock church, was a most excellent young man and was held in high esteem by all who knew him. He is survived by two brothers, Messrs. Seaborn W. and Elvin Maddox, and three sisters, Mrs. Ray Cook and Misses Lillia Mae and Willie Maddox, all of whom have the sympathy of hosts of friends in their bereavement.
     Funeral services will be held at Cedar Rock church Friday morning at 11 o'clock and the interment will be in the churchyard.

Maddox, Helen F., Lt. Col.
Jackson Progress Argus 15 Jan 1970
Lt. Col. Helen F. Maddox Died On January 6th
     Lt. Col. Helen F. Maddox, 55, of Route 1, McDonough, died January 6th at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Atlanta following an illness of about two months.
     Mrs. Maddox, wife of Lindsey A. Maddox, entered the Ft. McPherson Army Hospital October 31st where she remained for a month before being transferred to the VA Hospital. Mrs. Maddox was a native of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and was the former Miss Helen Frances Reilly. She had spent 24 years as an Army nurse and had carved a brilliant career in the armed services since entering as a Second Lieutenant upon graduation from a nursing school.
     Funeral services were conducted Thursday morning, January 8th, at 11 o'clock from the chapel of D. T. Carmichael & Son, McDonough, with Father Ryan and Chaplain Rustoff officiating. Interment was in Macedonia Baptist Church Cemetery with full military honors accorded Col. Maddox.
     Mrs. Maddox is survived by her husband, Lindsey A. Maddox, McDonough; three sisters, Mrs. Richard McCarthy, Dumont, New Jersey; Mrs. Joseph Miller and Mrs. Katherine Kearns, Lansdowne, Pennsylvania; two brothers, John Reilly, Baltimore, Maryland; Edward Reilly, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; nieces and nephews.
          
Maddox, Henri Aldine
Jackson Progress-Argus, January 18, 1962.
Henri A. Maddox Buried Tuesday at Jenkinsburg
     Mr. Henri A. Maddox, 65, native of Butts county, retired auditor for the State Department of Revenue, died Sunday at his home, 1016 Amsterdam Ave., NE, in Atlanta.
     Son of the late Mr. Ira Harvey Maddox and Mrs. Georgia Stewart Maddox, he moved to Atlanta when he was 24 years old. He attended North Georgia Institute and the University of Georgia. Before joining the State Revenue department staff, he had worked as tax auditor for Atlanta and Fulton county. He was a member of the Druid Hills Methodist Church and a veteran of World War II.
     Funeral services were held Tuesday morning at 10:30 o'clock at Spring Hill. The Rev. Dr. Nat G. Long, the Rev. Robert Gary and the Rev. A. C. Peacock officiated. Graveside services followed at the Jenkinsburg cemetery.
     Survivors include his wife, the former Miss Irene Bankston; a son, R. Stanley Maddox, Birmingham, Mich.; two sisters, Mrs. I. M. Wilson and Mrs. W. H. Maddox, both of Jackson; one brother, A. U. Maddox, also of Jackson.
     
Maddox, Henry D.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus October 29, 1926
Landslide Kills Two At Flippen.
Henry County men net death when avalanche of dirt caved in, working for Southern R.R.
McDonough, Ga.
     Thomas Elliott and Henry D. Maddox, two well known farmers of Henry county, were smothered and crushed to death Friday morning by an avalanche of dirt which caved in upon them near Flippen, where they were working with a grading crew on the Southern Railway.
     Elliott was 40 years of age, and leaves a widow and six children. Maddox was not married, and was living with his mother, and was her only means of support, his father having been killed about a year ago by a falling tree. Crops had been gathered and the men had only begun work two days ago.

Maddox, Henry Jackson
Jackson Progress-Argus March 8, 1956
Services Be Held This Afternoon for H. J. Maddox
     Death came to Henry Jackson Maddox, 87, early Wednesday morning, ending a long period of illness.
     One of Jackson's oldest and most esteemed citizens, eh was a native of Butts county and had spent his entire life in the community. He was a son of the late Richard Rufus Harper and Mrs. Mary Emily Harper Maddox.
     Before his retirement several years ago, he was an employee of the State Highway Department and once served for several years as county warden before the prison camp was abolished.
     A member of the Jackson Baptist Church, he was active in its works until ill health restricted his attendance.
     Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock in the Jackson Baptist Church, with the Rev G. A. Briggs, pastor, and Rev. Ralph Goodwin of the Church of the Nazarene, officiating. Interment will be in the Jackson City cemetery, with Peacock & Ball in charge of arrangements.
     Pallbearers will be Harvey Hodges, Van Freeman, Jack McLees, Clarence, Whiten, P. H. Weaver and N. A. Powell.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Annie Laura Stewart Maddox; three daughters, Mrs. L. H. Perdue, of Jackson; Mrs. Ros Pullin of Griffin; and Mrs. Alton Bland of Vidalia; two sons, Asa Maddox, of Jackson, and Stewart Maddox of Miami, Fla.; four grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

Maddox, Henry Lee
Jackson Progress Argus 09 May 1990
     Henry Lee Maddox, 83, of Route 3, Jackson, died Friday evening at Hilltop Nursing Home in Monroe County after being admitted at noon Friday.
     The funeral was held Sunday, May 6, in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson, with the Revs. A. L. Price and David Majors officiating. Burial was in the Towaliga Baptist Church cemetery.
     Mr. Maddox was born in Monroe County, the son of the late Nathaniel Maddox and Tenella Vaughn Maddox. He was a member of Towaliga Baptist Church in Butts County.
     Mr. Maddox opened the Lee Maddox Grocery on the Barnesville Highway in 1945. In later years he was assisted in the store by his son, Wayne.
     Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Lillie Pritchett Maddox of Jackson; son, Wayne Maddox of Jackson; brother, Hugh Maddox of Griffin; sisters, Georgia Pritchett of Jackson, Mrs. Ben Niblett of Monroe County, and Jessie Gibson and Ruth Taylor, both of Griffin; and several nieces and nephews.
     Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Maddox, Henry R.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus March 22, 1918
Mr. H. R. Maddox Yields To Death
     At the age of 84 years, Mr. Henry R. Maddox, a well known citizen of the county dropped dead at the home of his niece, Mrs. W. M. Michael, near Worthville, Wednesday morning about 7:30 o'clock. It is supposed that death was due to heart trouble.
     Mr. Maddox was a highly esteemed citizen of the county and had a large number of friends who were very pained to learn of his death.
     The funeral was held at Worthville Methodist church Thursday morning at 11 o'clock. The services were in charge of Rev. Richard Fincher, and interment was in the churchyard.

Maddox, Hilda Godsey
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Dec 1991
     Mrs. Hilda Godsey Maddox, 70, of Biles Road in Jackson died Monday, Dec. 9, at her residence following an illness of several months.
     The funeral was held Wednesday in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson, with the Revs. Jerry Partain, William H. Key and Dr. Ann Nell Fletcher officiating. Interment was in Cedar Rock Cemetery in Butts County.
     Mrs. Maddox was born in Butts County, daughter of the late Walter Clarence and Lillie Johnson Godsey. She was a member of Cedar Rock Congregational Methodist Church in Butts County. A member of the Stark Friendship Club, Mrs. Maddox attended Stark Methodist Church and the Jim McMichael Sunday School Class. Retired from the Kym Company in Jackson, she enjoyed growing flowers and shared them with many of her friends.
     Survivors include her husband, Levi Maddox; son and daughter-in-law, Stanley and Andrea Maddox; grandchildren, Stan and Luann Maddox, and Andy Maddox, all of Jackson; brother, Hiram Godsey of Decatur.
     Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Maddox, Homer
  The Jacksonian May 17, 1907
Death of Mr. Homer Maddox At Iron Springs.
     After a long illness Mr. Homer Maddox died at his home five miles east of Jackson Monday.
     The funeral services were held over the remains at Macedonia Church Tuesday at 11 o'clock. The interment was in Macedonia cemetery,

Maddox, Homer Beauchamp
  The Jackson Argus November 8, 1901
     Homer, the 18-year-old son of W. H. Maddox, of Peeksville, a nephew of Perry Lee, died early Monday morning of typhoid pneumonia, after an illness of nine days. Joe M. Leach, of the Jackson Furniture Company, went out Tuesday and attended to the burial, which occurred that morning, Rev. J. E. Pound, of Flovilla officiating. The pallbearers were his classmates from Locust Grove Institute. Homer Maddox was an exemplary young man and his loss is deeply felt by his family and the entire community. He was a bright, Christian boy, and The Argus extends tenderest sympathy to the bereaved.

Maddox, Hope
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Jan 1942
Mr. Hope Maddox Passes At Forsyth
     Jackson and Butts county friends of Mr. and Mrs. Hope Maddox of Forsyth were grieved to learn of Mr. Maddox's death, which occurred Sunday at his home in Forsyth.
     Mr. Maddox was 59 years old, and had been ill of heart trouble for a year
or more. Prior to illness he had been a valued employee of Rhodes-Haverty Furniture Company in Atlanta for 15 years. He was born and reared in Butts county.
     Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the home with Rev. H. V. Smith in charge. Burial was in the Forsyth cemetery.
     He is survived by his wife, the former Miss Claire Meek; his mother, Mrs. J. L. Maddox of Forsyth; three brothers, J. A. and W. R. of Forsyth, and Wright Maddox of Jackson, four sisters, Mrs. James Hamlin, of Forsyth, Mrs. M. R. Baer of Oxford, Ohio, Mrs. J. F. Heard and Mrs. J. W. Collins of Macon.

Maddox, Howell
Jackson Progress Argus 30 Dec 1992
     Howell Maddox, 65, of Lithonia, died Dec. 28.
     Funeral services were held Wednesday in the chapel of Henry Funeral Home with Rev. Warren Howard Pyle officiating. Interment was in the Stodghill Cemetery in the Worthville community.
     Mr. Maddox was retired from the Texaco.
     Survivors include his wife, Era Maddox; daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Paul (Barbara) Ownby of Conyers; son, Kenneth Maddox of Lithonia; sisters, JoAnne Coleman of Conyers; Dorothy Cook and Mildred Washington both of Jackson; brother, Bernard Maddox of Jackson; granddaughters, Shannon, Laura, Vicki and Kristen Ownby; several nieces and nephews.
     Henry Funeral Home of Lithonia was in charge of arrangements.

Maddox, Infant
  Middle Georgia Argus January 15, 1889
     A little infant of Mr. I. H. Maddox was buried at Sardis on Wednesday of last week.

Maddox, Infant
  Middle Georgia Argus February 23, 1882
     The infant child of Mr. Joe Maddox, about four or five months old was found dead on its mothers bosom this morning supposed to have been smothered to death.

Maddox, Infant
  The Jacksonian September 27, 1907
Mr. and Mrs. C. Maddox Lose Month Old Infant.
     Thursday of last week, Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Maddox, of Iron Springs District, buried their little one month old baby. We extend our sympathy to the heart broken mother and father. At their request thank the kind neighbors for their goodness to them during this affliction.

Maddox, Ira Harvey
  The Jackson Progress-Argus May 26, 1922
Mr. I. H. Maddox Yields To Death.
     After a prolonged illness extending over several years, Mr. I. H. Maddox, one of the prominent and well known citizens of the county, passed away Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock at the home of his son, Mr. J. O. Maddox, at Luella. The deceased suffered from a complication of diseases and never recovered from an operation he underwent three or four years ago. He made a brave fight to regain health. His remarkable strong constitution enabling him to bear suffering and pain that would have overcome most men of his age.
     Mr. Maddox was 72 years of age and a native of Butts county. He belonged to a family prominent in the affairs of this section. He had been a member of the Baptist church of Jackson. Mr. Maddox was well read and well informed on all public matters. His mind was a store house of information and he was a most entertaining conversationalist. He took a prominent and active part in the politics and public affairs of his county and state. By countless friends Mr. Maddox was held in the most cordial esteem and his passing brought genuine regret to all who knew him. Before his health failed he was a large and successful planter.
     The funeral was held Monday afternoon at 3 o'clock at Sardis church and his pastor, Dr. Robert VanDeventer, conducted the service in the presence of a number of relatives and friends. Numerous floral offerings attested the love in which he was held. The body was laid to rest in the church cemetery.
     The surviving relatives are three daughters, Mrs. Sam Hendrick, of Atlanta, Mrs. Ike Wilson and Mrs. Harvey Maddox, of Jackson, five sons, Messrs. J. O. and C. E. Maddox, of Luella, Raymond, H. A. and A. U. Maddox, of Jackson, a sister, Mrs. O. B. Knowles, of Atlanta, a brother, Mr. Beamont Maddox, of Fincherville.

Maddox, Jamerson C.
Jackson Progress Argus, February 1, 1945
Sgt. J. C. Maddox Killed in Action in Philippines
     Butts County Solider Had Long Service. Took Part in Island Invasion. Family Notified Sunday.
     First Sergeant J. C. Maddox, member of Company A 306th Infantry, was killed during the Philippine invasion, according to a War Department message received Sunday by his wife, Mrs. Dorothy Harris Maddox, who resides in Atlanta.
     After receiving the message Mrs. Maddox telephoned the news to relatives and friends in Jackson.
     Sergeant Maddox had long been in the service, having enlisted three or four years ago. Recently he had served in the Philippine theater and took part in the battle of Ormoc in the Philippines. During the American invasion he had been in the thick of the battle against the Japs.
     Born in Jackson, a son of the late Clifford Maddox and Mrs. Emma Singley Maddox, Sergeant Maddox was related to widely known Butts county families. His father at one time was a member of the Jackson police force.
     Survivors are his wife and three small children; three sister, Mrs. W. L. Calhoun. Mrs. Claude Thaxton and Mrs. R. W. Taylor of Jackson and a brother, Forest Maddox, of Jackson. Mrs. Maddox and children live in Atlanta with the former's parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. N. Harris, former residents of Jackson.

Jackson Progress Argus, February 8, 1945
Jackson Soldier Killed on Leyte December 21
     First Sergeant Jamerson C. Maddox, 27, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Clifford E. Maddox of Jackson, was killed on Leyte Island December 21. He left the county with the Jackson Rifles and received training at Fort Jackson, S. C., before going overseas in April, 1944.
     Survivors are his wife, the former Miss Dorothy Harris; two sons, Jamerson Harrison and Clifford Harris Maddox, and a daughter, Elizabeth Harris Maddox; one brother, Forest E, Maddox and foru sisters Mrs. Annie Taylor, Mrs. Virginia Hoard, Mrs. Frances Calhoun and Mrs. Eunice Thaxton, all of Jackson.

Jackson Progress-Argus, August 19, 1948.
Sgt. J. C. Maddox Be Returned for Jackson Burial.
     First Sergeant J. C. Maddox will be buried in the Jackson cemetery after the body arrive from overseas on the U. S. Transport Dalton Victory. Austin-Dillon, Atlanta, will have charge of arrangements.
     Sgt. Maddox was killed in action of Leyte Island in the Phillippines December 21, 1944 while serving with American forces in the Pacific. He had been in active service several months when he was killed.
     Son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Maddox, he is survived by his wife, the former Miss Dorothy Harris of Jackson; three children, Elizabeth Harris Maddox, Jamerson Harris Maddox, and Clifford Harris Maddox; a brother, Forest E. Maddox, Jackson; four sisters, Mrs. Virginia Hoard, Mrs. Annie Taylor, Mrs. Eunice Thaxton, of Jackson, and Mrs. Frances Calhoun of Jenkinsburg.

Jackson Progress-Argus, April 29, 1948. (Excerpt)
Rites Wednesday at Macedonia for Sgt. J. C. Maddox.
     Sergeant J. C. Maddox who gave his life in defense of this country was paid full military honors at services Wednesday at 4 p.m. at Macedonia church. Rev. W. L. Lawrence of Locust Grove and Rev. L. L. Minton had charge of the impressive services, attended by a host of relatives and friends.
     An escort from the Jackson Rifles under command of Capt. Harry W. Ball paid honors to Sergeant Maddox. Burial was in the Jackson cemetery and Austin-DIllon, Atlanta, was in charge of arrangements.

Maddox, James Crawford
  Butts County Progress July 16, 1908
Flovilla.
     Messrs. Emory and Taylor Maddux, of south Georgia, are in Flovilla, having been summoned here by the illness and death of their father, Mr. J. C. Maddox.

The Jackson Argus July 31, 1908
Mr. J. C. Maddox Goes to His Reward.
     Last Wednesday Mr. J. C. Maddox, one of the most highly esteemed citizens of Flovilla and an honored Confederate veteran, after two weeks of illness, passed away at his home, surrounded by his sorrowing wife and children. His life had been one of usefulness a devoted husband and father, an upright man, an exemplary member of the Methodist church, a good neighbor, what more can be said? His going has caused much sorrow.
     The funeral services were conducted by his pastor, Rev. M. L. Harris, and the interment was at the Maddox burial ground, near Pittsman's Ferry with Masonic honors. A large number of friends were present to pay the last tribute to his memory.

                    
Maddox, James Gaston
  The Jackson Progress-Argus May 3, 1918
Mr. Jas. G. Maddox Claimed By Death
     After an illness of several weeks, Mr. Jas. G. Maddox, county Game Warden and well known citizen, passed away at his home in Jackson at 2 o'clock Tuesday afternoon of the past week.
     He took to his bed several weeks ago and his condition was regarded as serious and the family and friends feared for his recovery. He gradually grew weaker until the end came Thursday.
     Mr. Maddox, aged 74, was a man of many qualities. He had friends by the scores and was held in high esteem by all who knew him. He was a native of Butts county and was known to practically all the citizens. He had been Game Warden, a position he had filled with tact and satisfaction, for several years.
     Mr. James G. Maddox was born January 7, 1844. In the Civil War he served as a member of Co. G, Second Georgia Regiment, Cummings Brigade. He was a member of Camp Barnett of veterans and was interested in all that pertained to the Confederacy. Mr. Maddox was a man who made friends easily and held them long and if he had an enemy it was unknown.
     The funeral was held at Worthville Baptist church Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock. The services were conducted by Dr. Robert VanDeventer of the First Baptist church. And interment was in the churchyard.
     The following relatives survive: Two sons, Messrs. Dave C. and Glenn C. Maddox; five daughters, Mrs. H. C. McBride, Mrs. A. M. Smith, Mrs. R. J. Stewart, Mrs. J. E. McNair, and Miss Trudie Maddox; one sister, Mrs. O. B. Knowles; two brothers, T. B. Maddox, of Worthville, and Burrell Maddox, of Oklahoma, thirty-five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Maddox, James Lovett
  The Jackson Argus December 1, 1899
Flovilla.
     We are very sorry indeed to hear of the sad death of Mr. James L. Maddox, "Uncle Jimmie" as he was commonly known will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He was a member of the Methodist church and a devoted christian.
     Rev. A. J. Sewell went to Monticello Wednesday to conduct the funeral services of Mr. James L. Maddox.

Maddox, James M.
  Butts County Progress January 27, 1911
Prominent Citizen Takes Life
J. M. Maddox Slashes Throat
As A Result Of Continued Ill Health Leading Citizen Shocks His Family And Friends By Committing Suicide At His Home On Monday Afternoon
     Coming as a shock to all who knew him was the news that Mr. J. M. Maddox, former county commissioner, justice of the peace in his district, well to do merchant and planter, had taken his own life by cutting his throat with his pocket knife, at his home at Iron Springs, Monday afternoon.
     The rash act of self-destruction was committed late in the afternoon and the gruesome deed took place in the presence of his three sisters who were powerless to prevent their brother in his determination to end his life. Mr. Maddox used successfully a razor, pocket knife and a pair of scissors in killing himself.
     In the first attempt at self-destruction the unfortunate man used his razor, slashing himself across the throat, His sisters wrenched from his trembling grasp, one of them being cut in the struggle. He next turned on himself with a pocket knife and cut the right side of his throat, inflicting a fatal and ugly wound. To complete the deed he used a pair of scissors.
     Medical aid was immediately summoned. Dr. H. W. Copeland reached the scene just as the deceased, who lived but twenty minutes after the fatal gash, expired.
     News of Mr. Maddox's death at his own hands spread rapidly and was received with sorrowful interest by a large circle of admiring friends. Though he had been in failing health for some months past, yet none of his family or friends dreamed that his mind was fixed on self-slaughter. The first intimation that members of his family had of his intention was some remark that they would have to look out for themselves. Thinking something strange at this remark his sisters followed him into his room and wrested the razor with which he was cutting himself away.
     Going about the work with a resolute determination that no power seemed able to foresee or prevent Mr. Maddox later carried out his somber intention by using his knife and a pair of scissors with deadly precision.
     Continued ill health and nervous breakdown are the only reasons known for the deed.
     Than J. M. Maddox, no citizen of the county was better known or highly esteemed. He served a term as a member of the board of county commissioners and was formerly a justice of the peace in his district. He was single and lived with his three sisters The deceased was a successful planter and a man of considerable means.
     Surviving Mr. Maddox are four sisters, Misses Martha, Dora and Catherine Maddox, and Mrs. Marion Preston; two nieces, Misses Bessie and Alleen Maddox, and one nephew, Mr. Paul Maddox.
     The funeral took place Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at Macedonia and was largely attended.

Butts County Progress January 27, 1911
     We are sorry to announce the death of Hon. J. M. Maddox which occurred at his own hands at his home at Iron Springs Monday afternoon. No cause can be assigned for his rash act except his ill health. For the past two or three years Mr. Maddox's health has not been very good and this is thought to have greatly impaired his mind. The funeral occurred at Macedonia Tuesday afternoon and was largely attended. Mr. Maddox was one of the county's best citizens and prominent planters and has a host of relatives to whom we extend our sympathy.

Maddox, James Newton
  The Progress-Argus April 29, 1998
     Mr. James Newton Maddox, age 85, formerly of Jackson, died Sunday, April 26, 1998 at the Henry Medical Center in Stockbridge. Mr. Maddox had been a patient of Westbury Medical Care Home in Jackson.
     Services for Mr. Maddox were held Tuesday, April 28 in the Chapel of Haisten Funeral Home. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mr. Maddox was born May 7, 1912 in Butts County, son of the late John B. and Nancy Elizabeth Lynch Maddox. He had a distinguished military career during World War II. He served in the U.S. Army for four years and six months, 32 months being overseas. He served in the 2nd Armored Division in North Africa and Sicily where he was engaged in many fierce battles. Mr. Maddox was retired from the Overnite Transportation Company with almost 30 years service.
     Survivors include his wife, Minnie Waits Maddox, of Jackson, sisters, Eva Lindhal and Martha Moore, brother Robert Milton Maddox, all of Opelika, Alabama; several step grandchildren survive.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Maddox, James S.
  Middle Georgia Argus June 25, 1889
Dead
     Mr. James Maddox, son of Mr. Asbury Maddox, of Iron Springs, died on Saturday of consumption. Several years ago he left his father's and since that time has been working at the carpenter's trade in different places A few weeks ago he saw that death was neat at hand and returned to his father's to die. He leaves a young wife and many relatives to mourn his loss.

Maddox, James Talmadge
Jackson Progress-Argus 15 May 1941
J. T. Maddox is Victim of Fatal Heart Ailment
     Funeral services for James Talmadge Maddox, 39 years of age, who died of a heart attack Tuesday afternoon at 6 o'clock, were held at Liberty Baptist church at 4 p. m. Wednesday. The Rev. J. C. Callaway, pastor of the Jackson. Methodist church, assisted by the Bev. T. R. Scott of Thomaston, officiated.
     A large number of friends and relatives gathered for a tribute to this prominent young citizen and expressed their affection by lovely floral offerings. The pallbearers were Paul Maddox, Franklin Maddox, Fred Hammond, Wade Hammond, John George Brooks, Charles Brownie e.
     Burial was in the church cemetery with Thornton Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements.
     The death of Mr. Maddox occurred suddenly while he was making a trip over the farm. When he failed to return home late in the afternoon a search revealed his body slumped over the steering wheel of a truck some distance from the residence. Although a physician was summoned and efforts were made to revive him, death had already occurred.
     Mr. Maddox was a member of one of Butts county's leading families. He was a successful young farmer, industrious, energetic and ambitious. He was a son of John W. Maddox; former chairman of the Butts county commissioners, and a grandson of C. S, Maddox, who for many years served as school superintendent. He made his home with his father and uncle, A. C. Maddox, who as Maddox Brothers operate large plantations here. Mr. Maddox was largely the directing head of these large farming operations and was recognized as one of the county's most successful planters.
     He was a member of the Jackson Methodist church.
     Surviving are his wife, the former Miss, Sallie Mae Brooks; a son, James Albert Maddox, and a daughter, Josephine Maddox; two brothers, A. F. Maddox of Jackson and A. V. Maddox of Corbin, Ky; a sister, Mrs. C. R. Gardner of Atlanta; his father, John W. Maddox, and an uncle, A. C. Maddox; three aunts; Mrs. Vivian Watkins of Washington, D.C., and Mrs. Alice Reeves and Miss Winnie Maddox of Atlanta.

Maddox, James W.
  The Butts County Progress May 16, 1913
James Maddox Meets Death At Tallulah Falls.
     Friends here were shocked to learn of the death of Mr. James Maddox, the 20 year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles L. Maddox of Iron Springs, which occurred at Tallulah Falls Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock. The young man was working on a wall forty feet high and in some way lost his footing and in the fall sustained fatal injuries and lived but half an hour after the accident.
     Mr. Maddox was working for the Northern Construction Co., at Tallulah Falls and formerly worked on the dam near Jackson and later at Parksville, Tenn. He was a splendid young man and was held in high esteem by all who knew him. The remains, accompanied by Troy Moore and D. Roforts, were brought here Wednesday morning and the funeral was held at Beulah church, Rev. J. S. Lewis conducting the services. Interment was in the family cemetery near the dam.
     Besides his parents, Mr. Maddox is survived by several brothers and sisters, who have the sincere sympathy of a wide circle of friends in their bereavement.

The Jackson Argus May 16, 1913
Untimely Death Of James W. Maddox.
Fell from wall and died almost instantly at Tallulah Lodge Body brought here Tuesday Funeral services held Wednesday.
     Telegrams were received here Monday by Charles L. Maddox, of near Iron Springs, telling of the death of his son, James W. Maddox, at Tallulah Lodge, that afternoon.
     Several months ago this young man, with other Butts county boys, went to Tallulah Falls to work in the Northern Contracting Company, and was about a mile from that place Monday at work on a wall of the power house, when he lost his balance in lowering a portable scaffold from a wall two feet wide and forty feet high, fell to the ground and died within thirty minutes.
     His body was accompanied to Jackson Tuesday by a boyhood friend, Troy Moore, and D. Roforth, another friend, and carried out to the old home in East Butts.
Funeral services were conducted from Beulah Methodist church Wednesday afternoon by Rev. J. S. Lewis, and his remains buried in the Maddox family burying ground.
     James Maddox will be remembered by a host of his boyhood friends, and his sad death has brought deep sorrow to them.
     His parents, two sisters, four brothers and a number of relatives survive him.

Maddox, James Watts
Jackson Progress Argus 29 Oct 1970
J. Watts Maddox Died Oct 12th In Corbin, Ky.
     Mr. James Watts Maddox, 74, of 1012 South Poplar Ave., Corbin, Ky., died Monday, October 12th.
     Mr. Maddox was born in Butts County and in 1922 went to Corbin to work with the Louisville and Nashville Railroad where he remained for a long number of years until his retirement.
     Funeral services were held at the chapel of O'Neil Funeral Home in Corbin with burial in Ryan Cemetery.
     Mr. Maddox is survived by his wife, Mrs. Grace Maddox, of Corbin, Ky.; a brother, Frank S. Maddox of East Point. one sister Mrs. Margie Stroup of Miami, Florida.

Maddox, James Wright
Jackson Progress-Argus, September 27, 1962
Wright Maddox Died Monday at Butts Residence
     Mr. James Wright Maddox, 78, died at his residence on Route 2, Jackson, Monday afternoon after an extended illness.
     Born in Butts County, Mr. Maddox was the son of John L. Maddox and Mrs. Elizabeth Weaver Maddox. A retired employee of the Georgia Power Company, Mr. Maddox served for a ling number of years as manager of the Power Company's substation at Bibb. Mr. Maddox was also engaged in farming. He was a member of the Macedonia Baptist Church.
     Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock from the Macedonia Baptist Church with the Rev. Sidney L. Waterhouse, pastor of the First Baptist Church of Jackson, officiating. Interment was in the Macedonia Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Dama Cloe Hodges Maddox; three sisters, Mrs. J. F. Heard Sr., Mrs. M. R. Baer, Mrs. J. W. Hamlin. all of Forsyth; several nieces and nephews.
     Nephews served as pallbearers and included John H. Heard, Jake F. Heard Jr., Brac Hodges Jr., Haywood Hodges, J. T. Harris, William Harris and Joe Harris.

Maddox, Janie Powell
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Apr 1986
     Janie Powell Maddox, 86, of 9 School St., East Jackson, died Sunday night at Westbury Medical Care Home in Jenkinsburg following an illness of several months.
Mrs. Maddox was born in Abbeville, S. C, daughter of the late Marion Powell and
Jenny Patton Powell. She was the widow of Ed Maddox.
     Mrs. Maddox spent most of her adult life in Jackson. She was retired from the spinning department of Pepperton and Avondale Mills and was a member of the Second Baptist Church of Jackson.
     Survivors include three sons. Bill Maddox of Decatur, and Ervin and Marion Maddox, both of Jackson; daughter, Edna Hobbs of Fort Worth, Texas; brother, George Besinger of Columbia, S. C; brother-in-law, Robert Lee Maddox of Greenwood, S. C; 20 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren.
     The funeral was Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with the Revs. A. L. Price and Lannie Smith officiating. Burial was in the Jackson cemetery.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
     
Maddox, Jason F.
Jackson Progress Argus 18 Aug 1960
Jace Maddox,78, Dies in FlorIda
     Jace F. Maddox, 78, of St. Petersburg, Fla., born and reared in Butts County, died August 5th in a St. Petersburg Hospital.
     Mr. Maddox was born at Flovilla, son of Joe P. Maddox and Mrs. Margaret Greer Maddox. His wife is Mrs. Lucy Plunkett Maddox who survives.
     Mr. Maddox had resided in St. Petersburg 39 years and was a retired painter, having worked for the City of St. Petersburg for 15 years. He was a Mason and attended the Northside Methodist Church.
     Survivors include his wife, Lucy; a daughter, Mrs. L. T. DeLay; and a sister, Mrs. Pearl Beatty, all of St. Petersburg; two brothers, Fred Maddox, Bainbridge; and Bernard Maddox, Macon; two grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.

Maddox, Jefferson F.
Jackson Progress Argus 31 Dec 1959
Jeff F. Maddox Died Monday in Macon Hospital
     Funeral services for Mr. Jeff F. Maddox, 75, retired school bus driver, who died Monday night in a Macon hospital, were held Wednesday afternoon, December 30, at two o'clock from the Liberty Baptist Church in Butts County with the Rev. Billy Watson, Rev. Worth Huckaby, Rev. S. J. Wheeler officiating. Interment was in the churchyard cemetery with McDonald Funeral Home of Griffin is in charge of arrangement. The body lay in state 30 minutes prior to the service.
     Mr. Maddox was born in Butts County where he was well and favorably known. For the last several years he had been making his home with his daughter, Mrs. J. C. Cleveland in Macon.
     Survivors include four daughters, Mrs. J. W. Cleveland, of Macon; Mrs. Frank Cleveland, Mrs. Chester Key, and Mrs. Milton Parrish, all of Griffin; five sons, Alvin Maddox of Porterdale; Aubrey Maddox of Jackson; W. J. Maddox of Macon, Ogden Maddox of Brooklyn, N. Y., Glenn Maddox of Griffin; three brothers, Cleveland Maddox of Macon, Lewis Maddox and Luther Maddox both of Jackson; 42 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren.

Maddox, Jenous Monroe
Jackson Progress-Argus June 13,1957
Jenous Maddox To Be Buried Today At Macedonia
     Funeral services for Jenous Monroe Maddox, 78, will be held Thursday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock from the Macedonia Baptist Church with the Rev, J. E. Jackson and Rev. Edgar Welch, pastor, officiating.
      Interment will be in the Macedonia Cemetery under the direction of Haisten Funeral Home.
     Son of the late Charles S. Maddox and Mrs. Sara Harper Maddox, he lived most of his adult life in Butts county and was a member of the Pleasant Grove Church.
     Retiring 18 years ago form his carpenter work Mr. Maddox had declining health for a number of years. He died Monday morning at his home in the Stark area. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Hendrick Maddox; two daughters Mrs. Sara Howard ,Spruce Pine, N.C. and Mrs. Lille Gregory Griffin Tulsa, Okla; five sons, Carl Maddox, Decatur; C. J. Maddox, Lagrange; Lewis M. Maddox, Jackson; Arthur Maddox, , Thomaston; Fred Maddox, Griffin; five sisters, Mrs. Long, Flovilla; Mrs. Annie Greer, Griffin; Mrs. Edgar Thompson, Warner robins; Mrs. Ray Patrick, McDonough; Mrs. Roy Dodson, Flovilla; and one brother Claude Maddox, Flovilla; 12 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren.
     Pallbearers will be Copeland Greer, Elbert Long, James Thompson. Ray Patrick Jr., Doyle Patrick, James Patrick.

Maddox, Jesse Walker
Jackson Progress-Argus 13 May 1937
Jess W. Maddox, 38, Found Dead Sunday
     Jess Walker Maddox, 38 years old, a resident of Pepperton for the past few weeks, was found dead near the Pepperton cemetery Sunday night about 7:45. He was walking in that vicinity when he was attacked with a fatal illness and expired in a short time.
     Mr. Maddox formerly resided here but for several years had resided at Experiment. Recently he returned here to make his home. He was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Jim Maddox.
     Surviving relatives include his wife, the former Miss Johnsie Castleberry; two daughters, Annie Belle and Dorothy; his mother, Mrs. Lucy Maddox, of Pepperton; two brothers, Walter Maddox, of Experiment and Jim Maddox of Milledgeville; one sister Mrs. Fred King o f Pepperton.
     Funeral services were held at Pepperton Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock, with Rev. Mr. Walker, of Experiment, officiating. Interment was in the Pepperton cemetery.
     
Maddox, Jimmie
  Middle Georgia Argus July 21, 1883
Boy Drowned.
     Jimmie Maddox, son of Mr. Frank Maddox, was drowned on Saturday in Yellow river, near the Allen place in Newton County. Mr. Maddox lives near Worthville in our county, his son being away from home at the time of the occurrence.

Maddox, John, Mrs.
  Butts County Progress April 23, 1908
     Worthville witnessed a sad funeral morning when Mrs. John Maddox, of Eastman was buried here. Mrs. Maddox has for several months been in bad health, and was carried to Atlanta two weeks ago for treatment. She died there last Thursday night. Mrs. Maddox was a kind and true friend, a faithful and tender wife, a loving and patient mother and a noble Christian woman. Our sympathy is extended to the bereaved ones in their troubles.

Maddox, John
  The Jackson Progress-Argus December 3, 1915
Mr. John Maddox Dies After Short Illness.
     The death of Mr. John Maddox, age 21 years, occurred Monday afternoon at his home on Depot street this city. His death followed an illness of only two days and came very unexpectedly. Mr. Maddox was a son of the late Charles Clark Maddox.
     The funeral service was held at Worthville Tuesday afternoon. Mr. Maddox is survived by four sisters and two brothers, who have the sympathy of a wide circle of friends in their sorrow.
                         
Maddox, John A.
Jackson Progress-Argus, September 25, 1947.
Johnny Maddox Victim of Heart Attack Wednesday.
     Johnny Maddox, 59, native of Butts county but resident of Forsyth for several years, died at his home Wednesday of a heart attack. Mr. Maddox operated a store in Forsyth. He has many relatives in Butts county.
     Survivors are his mother, Mrs. J. L. Maddox; three sisters, Mrs. J. F. Heard, Mrs. Max Baer and Mrs. Exie Hamlin.

Maddox, John B.
  Middle Georgia Argus April 6, 1886
High Falls Lodge No. 183 F. & A. M.
April 3, A. L. 5886
To the W. M. Wardens and Brethren.
     Your committee to draft suitable preamble and resolutions upon the death of our brother John B. Maddox, who departed this life on the 14th of March, offer the following:
     Our brother was born in Hancock county Ga., in the year 1805, as nearly as we can ascertain. From Hancock he moved to Putnam in early boyhood. In 1823, he moved to Butts county and settled upon the same lot of land upon which he died; having lived in this neighbor hood fifty-three years, during which time he dispensed charity to all, but more specially to Masons, widows and orphans. The lessons inculcated in our mystic tie seems never to have been effaced from his memory.
     Brotherly love, relief and truth, the three great tenets of Masonry, and temperance, fortitude, prudence and justice, the four cardinal virtues, were his constant thought and practice.
     Brother Maddox was initiated, passed and raised in McIntosh lodge and was a charter member of this lodge. Therefore be it resolved:
1 That in the death of our brother the lodge sustains the loss of one of its oldest and most worthy members, the county and State a useful and peaceable citizen, the wife a faithful and true husband, and the children a devoted father.
2 We commend the Masonic life of our brother as worthy of emulation by the brotherhood.
3 That we extend our sympathies to the bereaved family of our brother.
4 That a blank page be inserted to the memory of our brother.
5 That the furniture of the lodge be draped in mourning and the brethren wear the usual badge of mourning for thirty days.
6 That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the wife of the deceased.
7 That the Middle Georgia Argus publish the same. All of which is respectfully submitted.
H. L. Brown; J. B. Evans; C. H. Carter. Com.

Maddox, John B.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus May 17, 1956
Heart Attack Proves Fatal To John B. Maddox
     Funeral services for John B. Maddox, 65, prominent Butts County farmer of the Towaliga community who died Monday morning of a heart attack while at work in his fields were held at the First Baptist Church Wednesday morning at 11 o'clock with the Rev. G. A. Briggs and Rev. Wate H. Bell Jr. officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery with funeral arrangements under the direction of Halsten Funeral Home.
     Mr. Maddox was found dead after the team which he had been using for farm work returned to the house untended and caused suspiration among members of his family. An inquest was held according to Joel V. Crane, Butts County Coroner, and a verdict of death due to a heart attack was returned. Butts County Sheriff J. D. Pope aided in the investigation.
     Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Nancy Lynch Maddox; two daughters, Mrs. Dewey Moore, Jackson; Mrs. A. E. Lindahl, Opelika, Ala., also three sons, James Newton Maddox; Jackson, Ellis Maddox, East St. Louis, Ill., Robert M. Maddox, Opelika, Ala.; five brothers, Luther, Ben, and Lewis Maddox of Jackson, Cleveland and Jeff Maddox of Macon; four grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were Van Freeman, Pete Ridgeway, Mac R. Ridgeway, David Evans, Ralph Evans and Robert Lane.

Maddox, John Clark
  The Jackson Argus May 2, 1913
Veteran Expires After Exercises
John Clark Maddox Dies Of Heart Trouble Death Came As A Shock
He had just finished dinner and fell on the street- Mr. Maddox was seventy-four years of age
     Coming with tragic suddenness and casting a gloom over the Memorial Day exercises was the death of Mr. John Clark Maddox, a Confederate veteran 74 years of age, Saturday afternoon.
     After finishing dinner, which the U. D. C. served the veterans, and as he stepped off the street Mr. Maddox fell to the sidewalk. He was picked up and carried into Dr. Jarrell's drug store and medical assistance summoned, but he expired in a short time. Heart trouble is supposed to have been the cause of his death.
     For the past several months Mr. Maddox had been feeble, but Saturday appeared to be in good health and marched in the parade with the veterans. He is said to have eaten a hardy dinner and was laughing with companions a short time before his death.
     News of Mr. Maddox's death spread quickly over the city and caused considerable excitement. In the Civil War he served as a member of Co. I, 53rd Georgia Regiment. At the time of his death he resided in Pepperton. Surviving the deceased are his wife and seven children and a brother, Mr. H. R. Maddox of Worthville.
     The funeral was held from the Methodist church at Worthville at 2 o'clock Sunday afternoon. Rev. Mr. Fincher conducting the services. The pallbearers were Confederate veterans and the floral designs were beautiful, the local chapter of the U. D. C. sending a handsome offering. Interment was in the cemetery at Worthville.

The Jackson Argus May 2, 1913
John Clark Maddox.
     The funeral services over the body of John Clark Maddox, a Confederate veteran who dropped dead on the street here Saturday immediately after the dinner served the veterans by the Daughters of the Confederacy was concluded, was conducted Sunday from Worthville Methodist church by Rev. Mr. Fincher. Burial was in the church cemetery.
     The deceased was 74 years of age and is survived by his wife, seven children and one brother, Henry R. Maddox, of Worthville.

Maddox, John Edward
Jackson Progress Argus 10 Apr 1969
Monroe Crash Takes Life of John E. Maddox
     Mr. John Edward Maddox 45 of Round Oak, was instantly killed about 10:30 o'clock Saturday night on Highway 87 just across the Butts-Monroe County line in Monroe County when the small car he was driving left the road and struck an embankment hurling him from the car and pinning him beneath it. The accident happened only a few hundred yards beyond Sandy Creek, the boundary between Butts and Monroe Counties.
     Mr. Maddox was traveling in the direction of Macon when he evidently lost control of the vehicle in which he was the sole passenger. The accident was investigated by a patrolman from the Griffin State Patrol headquarters. Mr. Maddox was rushed by ambulance to Sylvan Grove Hospital but was pronounced dead on arrival from massive head and chest injuries.
      A native of Jasper County, Mr. Maddox had lived in Butts County for many years but resided at Round Oak at the time of his death. He was a retired employee of Robins Air Force Base, his retirement being forced by ill health. He was a veteran of World War II.
     Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at three o'clock from the Round Oak Methodist Church with the Rev. Francis Ford officiating. Interment was in the churchyard cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Maddox is survived by his wife, Mrs. Louise P. Maddox; daughter, Mrs. Mary Sanders of Forsyth; a son, John E. Maddox Jr., of Round Oak; four sisters, Mrs. Pearl Hobbs of Flovilla, Mrs. Jackie Leverette of Jackson, Mrs. Nellie Mae Torbert and Mrs. Renie Maude Parker, both of Conyers; a brother, Grady Mask of Jackson; stepmother, Mrs. Chester Thaxton of Jackson.
     Pallbearers were J. H. Crutenfield, B. S. Jackson, Clifford Jackson, T. D. Tillman, S. L. McElheney, Roy Johnson.

Maddox, John Hessie
Jackson Progress Argus 05 May 1938
Rites Saturday For J. H. Maddox
     Last rites for John H. Maddox, well known citizen of the Cedar Rock community, whose death occurred late Thursday afternoon, were held at Sardis Baptist church Saturday afternoon at 2:30. Rev. R. B. Harrison, pastor of the Jackson Baptist church, conducted the services in the presence of a large gathering of relatives and friends. Interment was in the family lot in the churchyard, with S. H. Thornton, funeral director, in charge.
     Mr. Maddox, who had been in declining health for some time, shot himself in his bedroom, the discharge from a shotgun tearing off part of his head.
     Son of the late Beamon Maddox and Martha Evans, he was born in Alabama but had spent practically all his life in Butts county. He was connected with old and prominent families of this section and was 46 years old. A man of remarkable industry and energy, Mr. Maddox was regarded as one of the county's best farmers. He resided on the Gray place, a short distance from Cedar Rock. Mr. Maddox was a member of Sardis Baptist church.
     He is survived by his wife, who before her marriage was Miss Annie Mae Maddox; two sons, Bernard and Howell Maddox, four daughters, Mrs. L. J. Washington, Mrs. Hughon Cook, Misses Irma Jewell and Joan Maddox; five brothers M. A. Maddox, Austin, Texas; D. C. Maddox, Eva, Ala.; Homer and Burl Maddox, Eastman; Jim Maddox, Noah Daniel Bertram, Texas; Daniel, Bertram, Texas; Mrs. B. B. Vaughn and Mrs. Myrtle O'Neal, Jackson; Mrs. A. J. Maddox, Porterdale; one grandson, Lewis Washington.

Maddox, John Robert
Jackson Progress Argus 12 Jun 1985
     John Robert Maddox, 67, of 436 E. Franklin St., Jackson, died Sunday evening at Sylvan Grove Hospital after an extended illness.
     Mr. Maddox was born in South Carolina and moved to Jackson at an early age. He was the son of the late Ed Maddox and Janie Powell Maddox who survives. He was a veteran of the U. S. Army, having served in World War II, the Korean Conflict and in Vietnam. He was retired from the Indian Springs plant of Avondale Mills in Jackson after many years of employment.
     He attended the Second Baptist Church of Jackson.
     Survivors include a son, David Maddox of Gainesville, daughter, Montique Maddox of Atlanta; mother, Janie Maddox of Jackson; brothers. Bill Maddox of Decatur, Ervin Maddox and Marion Maddox, both of Jackson; sister Edna Hobbs of Fort Worth, Texas: five grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
     The funeral was held Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral
Home with the Rev. Bill Coleman officiating. Burial was in the Jackson cemetery.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

  Maddox, John Thomas
  Jackson Progress Argus 29 Apr 1965
Heart Attack Monday Claims .J. T. Maddox
     Mr. John Thomas Maddox, 42, of Route 2, Jackson, died unexpectedly Monday morning about 10 o'clock, apparently the victim of a heart attack.
     Mr. Maddox was a foreman instructor at Avondale Mills, Indian Springs Plant, where he had been for two years. He was a native of Sylacauga, Ala., the son of the late Mr. John Alexander Maddox and Mrs. Pernie Anderson Maddox, both of Alabama. Mr. Maddox was a member of Robuck Drive Methodist Church in Birmingham and was a veteran of World War II.
     Funeral services will be held in Birmingham, Ala. Thursday afternoon at four o'clock from Robuck Chapel with interment in Forest Hills Cemetery in Birmingham.
     He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mildred Lumpkin Maddox of Jackson; one daughter, Miss Sheila Maddox, Jackson; two sons, Charles Allen Maddox, U. S. Army, Viet Nam; Richard Darrell Maddox, U. S. Air Force, Kansas City, Mo.; one grandson; three sisters, Mrs. N. G. Wilder, Huntsville, Ala.; Mrs. Derry Sims and Mrs. lone Belle Hancock, both of Birmingham; two brothers, Carl Maddox, Birmingham, Ala.; A. D. Maddox, Pensacola, Fla.

Maddox, John Waller
Jackson Progress-Argus, November 27, 1947.
John W. Maddox, Former Chairman of Board, Passes.
     John W. Maddox, former chairman of the Butts county board of Roads and Revenues, died early Friday in Emory University hospital where he had been taken for treatment earlier in the week. Mr. Maddox had been in declining health for several months and had been confined to his home for most of the time.
     Born October 17, 1870, the son of C. S. Maddox and Mrs. Mary Ponder Maddox, he had spent an active carrier in Butts county and was one of middle Georgia's largest plantation owners. With his brother, A. C. Maddox, he carried on extensive farming operations under the firm name of Maddox Brothers. Mr. Maddox was elected chairman of the Butts county commissioners when the law was changed creating a board of three commissioners. Coming to office at a difficult period in the county's financial history, Mr. Maddox, with the aid of the board, helped to straighten out the county's fiscal affairs. The road from Jackson to Indian Springs was paved under his administration. As an official he favored sound business principles and advocated economy.
     After retiring from office Mr. Maddox resumed farming operations. He was a staunch Democrat and interested in party affairs. His father was a Confederate veteran and served for many years as county school superintendent. He was a member of Providence church and a Mason.
     Survivors are two sons Forrest Maddox of Jackson and Adeal Maddox of Corbin, Ky.; one daughter, Mrs. Margaret Gardner of Atlanta; three sisters, Mrs. Alice Reeves and Miss Winnie Maddox of Decatur, and Mrs. Plato Watkins; and several grandchildren.
     Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at 2:30 sat Providence church. Rev Gaither Briggs, pastor of the First Baptist church in Jackson officiated. Burial was in the family lot in the churchyard and plans were directed by Thornton Funeral Home.

Maddox, Johnnie C.
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Oct 1987
     Johnnie Castleberry Maddox, 83, died Sunday aflemoon at St. Josejph's Hospital in Savannah following Ian extended illness.
     The funeral was held Tuesday at 3 p.m. at the, Second Baptist Church in Jackson with the Rev, Lannie W. Smith and the Rev. A. L. Price officiating. Burial was in the Pepperton Cemetery.
     Mrs. Maddox, a native of Butts County, was the daughter of Willie Castleberry and Anna Rosa James Castleberry. She was retired from Avondale Mills and was a member of the Second Baptist Church.
     Survivors include two daughters, Dorothy Davis of Savannah and Anna Belle Annis of Macon; sister, Louise King of Jackson; five grandchildren; six great grandchildren; several nephews, nieces, and cousins.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Maddox, Joseph Aldine, Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Mar 1960
Butts Native, J. A. Maddox, Dies in Alabama
     Mr. Joseph Aldine Maddox, Sr., native of Butts County, died Saturday in the Phoenix CIty, Ala., hospital.
     Mr. Maddox had lived in Phoenix City about thirty years. He was born and reared in Butts County.
     Graveside services, were held Monday afternoon at Memory Lane Cemetery in Phoenox. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Clarice Maddox; sons, J. A. Maddox, Jr., Phoenix City, Ala.; granddaughter, Jessica Maddox, Phoenix City, Ala.; sisters, Mrs. C. T. Thornton, Jackson; Mrs. O. L. Adams, Meridian, Miss.; Mrs. S. J. Watkins, Atlanta; brother, Carl I. Maddox, Atlanta.
     Miss Helen Thornton and Mr. R. J. Thornton attended the funeral services Monday.

Maddox, Joseph Burl
Jackson Progress Argus 07 Oct 1943
Sailor's Body Found in Woods Near Worthville
Joseph Burl Maddox with Nineteen Years Service in Navy Had Been Missing from Home since Sunday
     Funeral services for Joseph Burl Maddox, 45 years of age, whose partially decomposed body was found in the woods near Worthville September 30, were held at Sardis church Friday at 3:30 p. m. with Rev. J. B. Stodghill officiating.
     Burial was in the churchyard with Thornton Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements.
     Member of a widely known Butts county family, Mr. Maddox served for nineteen years in the US Navy and only recently was honorably discharge because of physical disabilities. After a long service in the Navy he was called to duty when the emergency was declared and served until about a month ago when he returned to his home at Worthville. Mr. Maddox lived with Mr. and Mrs. F. B. Mason.
     He had been missing since Sunday, but nothing unusual was thought about this as he was accustomed to visit relatives in this section. The verdict of a coroner's jury was that death resulted from natural causes. The body was found within a short distance of his home.
     Son of the late T. B. Maddox and Mrs. Sara Frances Evans Maddox, he was a member of the Worthville Baptist church. Surviving are three brothers, W. H. of Eastman; D. C. of Eva, Ala., and M. D. Maddox of Austin, Texas; four sisters, Mrs. W. H. Daniel of Bertram, Texas; Mrs. B. B. Vaughn of Jackson; Mrs. A. J. Maddox of Porterdale and Mrs. Myrtle O'Neal of Atlanta.

Maddox, Joseph Oustrill
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Jan 1951
Larger Planter Taken By Death
     Joseph O Maddox, 73, one of middle Georgia and successful farmers, died Thursday in a private hospital in Atlanta of a heart attack. He was admitted to the hospital Saturday.
     Born and reared in Butts county and connected with old and prominent families of this section, he was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. I. H. Maddox. While a resident of Butts county he resided in the Fincherville community. For 25 years he had lived at Luella where he was a large cotton and peach grower. He was a winner in the 1950 northwest Georgia contest. Mr. Maddox was a member of the Baptist church.
     He is survived by his wife, the former Miss Emily Barnes of Jackson; two sons, Horace and Leonard Maddox of Luella; five daughters, Miss Eva Maddox of Atlanta; Mrs. Carlton Patterson, Mrs. BaiIey Turner and Mrs. James Nutt of Luella; Mrs. William Goldenburg of Manchester; 12 grandchildren; three brothers, H. A. Maddox of Atlanta; C. E. Maddox of Griffin and A. U. Maddox; two sisters, Mrs. I. M. Wilson and Mrs. W. H. Maddox, both of Jackson.
     Funeral services were held Friday, at 3:30 at the chapel of D. T. Carmichael and Son. Rev. C. E . Dowis and Rev. John Yarborough conducted the services and burial was in the McDonough city cemetery with D. T. Carmichael & Son in charge of arrangements.

Maddox, Joseph Pittman
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Oct 1931
Mr. Jos. P. Maddox Passed Away Monday
     Following an illness of several month's duration and a critical of several days, Mr. Joseph P. Maddox, 73 years of age, passed away at his home on North Oak street Monday night at 9:30. He had been in declining health for a year or more but was forced to take his bed only a few weeks ago. He suffered from a complication of diseases and his death while not unexpected, brought sincere sorrow to a host of friends.
     Mr. Maddox, who was born October 18, 1858, celebrated his seventy-third birthday Sunday. He was a son of the former Mr. Dennis Maddux and Mrs. Leticia Carter Maddox, beloved residents of Butts county. He spent a long and active life in the county and was a man honored and respected for his upright character, fair and just dealing with his fellow man. He possessed the sterling qualities of character that won and held the esteem of his friends and associates.
     Mr. Maddux was a Mason and a member and elder in the Jackson Presbyterian church. He gave his church obligations first consideration. Throughout a long and faithful membership he was loyal to every call of the church and Sunday school. While his health permitted he was always in his accustomed place and took great interest in religious activities. He was a deep student of the Bible and read the scriptures daily and gained from this source inspiration to carry on his daily work. His faithful and kindly ministrations to the church and Sunday school will leave a vacancy that will be hard to fill. He was genuinely beloved by every member of the church and Sunday school. He was a humble follower of the Blessed Savior and truly walked and talked with Him.
     Mr. Maddox is survived by one daughter, Miss Pearl Maddox, of Jackson; four sons, Mr. J. F. Maddox, of St. Petersburg, Fla.; Mr. P. W. Maddox. of Monticello; Mr. Bernard Maddox, of Charleston, S. C. and Mr. Fred Maddox, of Atlanta. He is also survived by several grandchildren.
     Funeral services were held a t the home Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock, with his pastor, Rev. Julian Warner, conducting the services. Mr. Warner paid a lofty tribute to the high character of Mr. Maddox and pointed to his faithfulness and loyalty to the church and Sunday school. Many relatives and friends were piesent for a final tribute and attested their love by pretty floral offerings. The pallbearers were Messrs. Bert Carmichael, Victor Carmichael, Wright Watkins, Gordon Thompson, Horace O'Neal and J . D. Jones.
     Interment was in the family lot in Macedonia cemetery.

Maddox, Lamar
Jackson Progress Argus 22 Jun 1944
Lamar Maddox, 36, Died June 10 At Home in Macon
     Friends of Lamar Maddox, 36, former resident of Butts county, were sorry to learn of his death which occurred June 10 at his home in Macon. Death was sudden and resulted from a health attack.
     Born in Butts county, he was a son of Mrs. Clara Elliot Maddox and the late Gus Maddox. The family moved to Macon several years ago.
     Surviving are his wife, the former Miss Myrtle Lanier of Macon one brother, Tom L. Maddox, and his mother, of Macon.
     Funeral services were held in Macon.
     
Maddox, Laural Alonzo "Lon"
  Butts County Progress November 6, 1914
Mr. L. A. Maddox Claimed By Death
     Mr. L. A. Maddox, died at his home in this city Wednesday morning following an illness of several weeks, of pneumonia. He had been critically sick for several days and his death while not unexpected came as a blow to a large circle of friends.
     Mr. Maddox was one of the best known and most widely liked young men in the county. He was a member of the Baptist church and 32 years old.
     Surviving Mr. Maddox are his wife, who was Miss Fannie Mae Moore before her marriage, five sisters, Mrs. Charles Thornton, Mrs. S. J. Watkins, Mrs. O. L. Adams, of McDonough, Misses Leila and Evie Maddox; two brothers, Carl and Dean Maddox.
     The funeral was held Thursday morning at 11 o'clock, the services being conducted by Dr Robert VanDeventer. Interment was in the City Cemetery. Attesting the esteem in which he was held were many beautiful floral tributes.
     In their bereavement the family have the sympathy of numerous friends.
  
Maddox, Lavoisier M.
Jackson Progress-Argus 8 Nov 1935
Mr. L. M. Maddox Dies at Home in Manchester
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     Funeral services were held in Manchester Sunday morning at 11 o'clock and interment was in Monticello.
     Mr. Maddox was born in Butts county a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Morgan Maddox, member of a well known family. He was employed in Jackson for some time and later removed to Macon and Dublin, but at the time of his death was manager of the Maddox Hardware Company in Manchester.
     He is survived by his wife, who was formerly Miss Nell Florence of Monticello, one daughter, Joyce Maddox; five In brothers, Dennis Maddox of Sparta, Douglas Maddox, of Fitzgerald; Ed l. and Fleetwood Maddox, of Macon; Whitfield Maddox, of Canton, Ohio; two sisters, Mrs. George Persons, of Atlanta, and Mrs. T. L. Braddy, of Monticello.

Maddox, Lee Byron
Jackson Progress Argus 26 Sep 1963
Rites Sunday At Liberty For Mr. Lee B. Maddox
     Funeral services for Mr. Lee Byron Maddox, 62, retired mechanic and carpenter, were held Sunday afternoon, September 22, from the Liberty Baptist Church with Rev. J. C. McGaha officiating. Burial was in the Watkins-Byars Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home directing arrangements.
     Mr. Maddox died Friday afternoon at his home on Jackson Route 4. He had been in declining health for some time.
     He was the son of the late Matthew Maddox and Mrs. Lula McDaniel Maddox, both pioneer families of Butts County. His father was a skilled carpenter who built many of Jackson's lovely, spacious homes.
     Mr. Maddox is survived by his wife, Mrs. Lillie Mae Cook Maddox, one sister, Mrs. Margie Stroup of Miami, Fla.; three brothers, J. W. Maddox, Corbin, Ky.; Arthur S. Maddox, Detroit, Mich.; Frank S. Maddox, East Point; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Albert Maddox, Joe Reeves, Wayne Reeves, Wade Hammond, Fred Hammond and Thomas Cooper.

Maddox, Leigh Ann
Jackson Progress-Argus, April 5, 1962
Leigh Maddox Buried Sunday
     Funeral services for Leigh Ann Maddox 11 months old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. M. M. (Bill) Maddox, who died Friday night at Egleston Hospital, Atlanta, were held Sunday afternoon at three o'clock from the Jackson Methodist Church with Rev. William L. Cawthon, pastor, officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Survivors include her parents Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Neil Maddox; one sister, Miss Linda Maddox; one brother, Glen Maddox; all of Jackson; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. G. C. Maddox of Jackson and Mrs. W. F. O'Neal of Atlanta; several uncles and aunts.

Maddox, Leila Mae
  Jackson Progress-Argus, June 12, 1952
Funeral Monday for Miss Maddox
     Graveside services were held in the Jackson cemetery Monday for Miss Leila Maddox, who died in Milledgeville June 7. Rev. G. A. Briggs officiated and burial was in the family lot with Peacock and Ball Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Pallbearers were R. J. Thornton, *. J. Watkins, J. A. Maddox Jr., *. D. Pope.
     Daughter of the late Mrs. Ella Wilson Maddox and Joseph Maddox, she was bporn and reared in Butts county.
     Survivors are three sisters, Mrs. C. T. Thornton of Jackson; Mrs. S. J. Watkins of Atlanta; Mrs. O. L. Adams of Meridian, Miss.; two brothers, C. I. Maddox of Atlanta dn J. A. Maddox Phoenix City, Ala.; several nieces and nephews.
     
Maddox, Lemont
Jackson Progress-Argus, July 18, 1946.
Lemont Maddox Killed When Car Strikes Bridge.
     Lemont Maddox, 24 year old veteran of three years of service with the Army, sustained fatal injuries about 1 o'clock Saturday morning when the car in which he was riding to Griffin struck the railing on the Towaliga river bridge and overturned.
     He suffered a broken neck and other injuries.
     Passing motorists from Milner picked up Mr. Maddox and took him to the Griffin hospital. He was dead upon arrival at the hospital.
     Son of Mr. J. M. Maddox and the late Mrs. Della Greer Maddox, he attended the Jackson public schools and in 1942 enlisted in the Army and served with the 150th Infantry. He was discharged November 23, 1945, and accepted a position with the Central Georgia Electric Membership Corporation in Jackson. The young veteran was popular with schoolmates and associates and his death came as a painful shock.
     The car, belonging to Mr. Maddox's brother, was badly damaged in the wreck.
     Mr. Maddox was a brother of Harold Maddox, who sustained fatal injuries when hit by a Southern train near the Pepperton warehouse June 24. These tragedies so close together have aroused deep sympathy for the family.
     Survivors are his father, Mr. J. M. Maddox, five brothers, Carl, C. J., Arthur, Lewis M. and Alfred C. Maddox; two sisters, Mrs. Claude Howard of Burlington, N.C. and Mrs. Ray Gregory of Griffin.
     Largely attended funeral services were held at Macedonia church Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock. Rev. L. Amason, pastor, officiated and burial was in the churchyard with the Thornton Funeral Home in charge.
     The pallbearers were Jimmy Earnhart, James Kersey, Tom Bond, Aldean Singley, J. P. Boyd, and Burlis Lummus.

Maddox, Lewis Nathaniel
Jackson Progress Argus 01 Feb 1968
Lewis N. Maddox Died Friday After A Long Illness
     Mr. Lewis N. Maddox, 90, widely known retired farmer of Coody District, died Friday morning at Sylvan Grove Hospital after an extended illness.
     Mr. Maddox, who was a lifelong resident of Butts County, resided at Route 4, Jackson. He was the son of Mr. Newt Maddox and Mrs. Nancy McClellan Maddox.
He was a member of the Providence Congregational Methodist Church in Monroe County. Funeral services were conducted Saturday afternoon at two o'clock from Haisten's Chapel with the Rev. Frank Smith, pastor, officiating. Interment was in Old Bethel Church Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Maddox is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Travis Pritchett and Mrs. Ben Niblett, of Jackson, Mrs. Jesse Gibson and Mrs. Robert Taylor, of Griffin; four sons, Lee Maddox, of Jackson; Wade Maddox, Wilmer Maddox, and Hugh Maddox, all of Griffin; one brother, Cleveland Maddox of Macon; 15 grandchildren; five great grandchildren.
     Grandsons served as pallbearers and include Howell Pritchett, Eugene Maddox, Andrew Moore, James Maddox, Wayne Maddox, Buster Brown.

Maddox, Lilla Mae
Jackson Progress Argus Jan 8 1932
Miss Lilla Mae Maddox Passes in Atlanta Home
     The death of Miss Lilla Mae Maddox, 36 years of age, occurred in an Atlanta hospital Wednesday afternoon, December 30. She had been in declining health for some time and recently underwent an operation from which she did not rally. To many friends here the death of Miss Maddox brought deep sorrow.
     Miss Maddox was born and reared in Butts county, but for the past few years had been making her home in Atlanta. After beginning her business career she had met with success and was highly esteemed by her employer and associates. Miss Maddox was a member of Cedar Rock church, and was connected with a well known Butts county family.
     She is survived by her mother, Mrs. Ola Maddox, of Jackson: four sisters, Mrs. W. M. Bond, Mrs. C. C. Jinks and Mrs. Ray Cook, all of Jackson; Mrs. J. G. McLean of Atlanta; one brother, Mr. E . W . Maddox, of Jackson. She w a s a sister of the late Mr. Seaborn W. Maddox, former well known Jackson business man and World War veteran.
     The body was brought to Jackson and funeral services were held at Cedar Rock church Friday morning at 10:30, with Rev. A. J. Warner, pastor of the Jackson Presbyterian church officiating. Interment was in the churchyard.

Maddox, Lillie Mitchell
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Jun 1987
     Lillie Mitchell Maddox, 81, of Route 1, Jackson, the Worthville community, died
Friday evening at the Lake City Medical Care Home in Clayton County.
     The funeral was held Sunday at 2:30 p.m. in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with the Rev. Emory Bell and Dr.Ronald Brown officiating. Burial, was in the' Fairview
Memorial Gardens in Stockbridge.
     Mrs. Maddox was born in Butts County, daughter of the late Wylie M. Mitch6ll and Annie Lee Cook Mitchell. She was the widow of Euell Ray Maddox, who died in June 1975.
     Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Carolyn and Harold Bowden of Jackson, and Edith and Homer Wilkerson of Morrow; grandchildren, Debra and Robert Stahl of Dunwoody, Kirk Wilkerson of Morrow, and Lorrie Bowden of Jackson; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Lindsey Maddox of McDonough; several nephews and nieces.
     Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Maddox, Lindsey A., Major
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Jan 1993
     Major Lindsey A. Maddox of McDonough died Fri., Jan. 8. Military funeral services were held Sun., Jan. 10, at Sardis Baptist Church in Henry County with Rev. Edgar Welch and Rev. Preston Bridges officiating. Interment was in the Macedonia Baptist Cemetery in Butts County.
     Mr. Maddox was retired from the U. S. Army and was an active farmer in eastern Henry County and a member of the Henry County Cattlemen's Association. He was on the advisory board for Henry General Hospital, was a former member of the ASCS committee, was on the Farmers Home Administration Loan Committee and was active in the Henry County Farm Bureau.
     Mr. Maddox was a member of the Worthville Masonic Lodge in Butts County, where he served as treasurer for 40 years.
     Survivors include wife Lois Curtis Maddox of McDonough; children Mr. and Mrs. Edward Maddox and Judy Kirkley of Atlanta; three grandchildren; two great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
     J. C. Harwell and Son Funeral Home in Covington was in charge of arrangements.

Maddox, Lois Edge
Jackson Progress Argus 08 Nov 1989
     Lois Edge Maddox, 82, a resident at Hilltop Nursing Home, died Oct. 31 at Henry General Hospital.
     The funeral was held Thursday at 2 p.m. at Second Baptist Church in Jackson widi the Rev. Rick Veal and the Rev. Lannie Smith officiating. Burial was in the Cedar Rock Cemetery.
     Mrs. Maddox was born in Henry County, daughter of Andrew Edge and Sallie Bunn Edge. She was the widow of Elvin (Peg) Maddox and had spent most of her life in Butts County. She was employed by the Pepperton Cotton Mill and Avondale Mill for many years and was a member of Second Baptist Church.
     Survivors include two daughters, Annie Lois Wise and Audrey James, both of Jackson; son, Billy Maddox of Port Orchard, Wash.; six grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; brother, Quinlan Edge of Conyers; sister, Marie Dye of Conyers; several nephews and nieces.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Maddox, Lucian Augustus
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Jul 1930
Mr. L. A. Maddox Passes Monday at Home in Macon
     The death of Mr. Lucian A. Maddox, a former well known resident of Butts county, occurred at his home in Macon at 3:30 Monday afternoon. Death followed a period of health of two years. To many relatives and friends in Butts county the death of Mr. Maddox caused sincere sorrow.
     A son of the late Mr. Lucian Maddox and Mrs. Susie Cole Maddox, prominent residents of Iron Springs.
     Mr. Maddox was born and grew to manhood in this community. Some nine years ago he moved to Macon and has been engaged in farming until recently. He was a member of Pleasant Grove church and held membership in the Modern Woodmen of America. He was highly esteemed for his sterling integrity and upright character. The family has long been prominent in Butts county's business affairs.
     He is survived by his wife, who before their marriage was Miss Clara Elliott of this county; two sons, Lamar and Tom Lucian, of Macon; his mother, Mrs. L. L. Maddox, of Macon; four bothers, L. A. and B. A. Maddox, of Fitzgerald; T. C. Maddox, of Macon, and C. E. Maddox, of Jackson; two sisters, Mrs. J. O. Preston, of Flovilla, and Mrs. C. G. Yancy, of Fitzgerald.
     The body was brought to Jackson Wednesday morning and taken to Stark Methodist church where funeral services were conducted by Rev. T. F. Waller, of Macon.

Maddox, Lucy Ann C Broadus
The Jackson Argus February 1, 1901
     Dr. A. F. White, of Flovilla, was in the city Monday and informed us of the death of Mrs. Jimmie Maddox, one of the oldest and most respected ladies in that town. She had been ill for a short time with a severe spell of lagrippe and this together with her extreme old age, proved too much for her strength. Mrs. Maddox died on Sunday and her body was carried to Monticello the next day for interment. Her husband died about fourteen months ago.
     
Maddox, Lucy Berry
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Mar 1955
Griffin Burial For Mrs. Maddox
     Funeral services for Mrs. Lucy Maddox, 86, who died February 22 at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Fred King, in Pepperton were held Thursday at 3 p. m. at the Pepperton Baptist Church. The Rev. Gordon Woods officiated and burial was in Oak Hill Cemetery in Griffin with Peacock & Ball Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Maddox, widow of Jim Maddox, was born in Henry county, daughter of Frank and Mattie Berry. She had resided here for three years and was a member of the Pepperton
Baptist Church. .
     Survivors, are a daughter, Mrs. Fred King of Jackson; a brother, Johnny Berry of Thomaston; two sisters, Mrs. Leila McCullough of Atlanta and Mrs. Jesse Moss of Griffin.
     The .pallbearers were Willis Maddox, Robert King, John Billy King, Lamar King Walker Maddox.

Maddox, Lucy Jane Lee
  The Jackson Progress-Argus January 7, 1927
Resolutions On The Death Of Mrs. W. H. Maddox, Sr.
     On the night of December 24th our community was saddened by the death of our friend and co-worker, Mrs. W. H. Maddox, Sr.
     She was modest, gentle, loveable and sympathetic. She was unswerving in her devotion to duty and to the cause of the Master. There was no task too hard and no sacrifice too great for her to make. She loved the work of the chapter and we shall miss her.
Therefore be it resolved:
1/ That in her going away, our chapter has sustained an irreparable loss.
2/ That we bow in humble submission to the will of Him, who doeth all things well.
3/ That we extend to the bereaved family our heartfelt sympathy in their hour of deep affliction.
Respectfully submitted:
Mrs. J. M. Currie,
Mrs. J. R. Harrison, Miss Mary Dower Committee.
Wm. McIntosh chapter, D.A.R.

Maddox, Ludia Sellers
  The Jackson Progress-Argus July 16, 1915
Mrs. John Clark Maddox Passes To Her Reward.
     Mrs. John Clark Maddox died at her home in Jackson Sunday afternoon after an illness of several weeks. She was about 46 years old and a Miss Sellers of Worthville before her marriage.
     Mrs. Maddox is survived by seven children, Messrs. Ed, John, Robert Lee Maddox and Misses Eva, Ruby, Ola and another small daughter.
     The funeral was held at three o'clock, Monday at Worthville, Rev. Mr. Fincher conducting the services.
     
Maddox, Lula McDaniel
Jackson Progress-Argus 20 Mar 1936
Mrs. M. S. Maddox Claimed By Death
     The death of Mrs. M. S. Maddox, a well known resident of Bibb Station occurred at a Griffin hospital Wednesday morning at 5 o'clock. In declining health for the past several months, Mrs. Maddox was removed to the hospital for treatment.
     She was born and reared in Butts county and was a daughter of the late Mr. J. S. McDaniel and Mrs. Amanda Watkins McDaniel. Mrs. Maddox was a member of Pleasant Grove church and had a wide circle of friends who are pained to know of her passing.
     She is survived by her husband, three daughters, Mrs. Rosebud Haviland and Mrs. James B. Jackson, of Atlanta, and Miss Margaret Maddox, of Jackson; four sons, Mr. J. Watts Maddox, of Corbin, Ky.; Mr. Arthur Maddox of New York, Messrs. Samuel and Woodrow Maddox, Jackson; two sisters, Mrs. A. J. Hamlin, of Jackson, and Mrs. Allie Smith, of Atlanta; one brother, Mr. J . W. McDaniel of Miami, Fla.
     Funeral services will be held Friday, the hour to be announced later, and interment will be in the Watkins family cemetery. S. H. Thornton is the undertaker in charge.

Maddox, Mamie Heath
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Jun 1954
Mrs. Jeff Maddox Taken By Death
    Mrs. Jeff Maddox, 66, died at 1:30 p. m. Tuesday in the Griffin-Spalding Hospital after a short illness. Becoming ill Sunday night she was removed to the hospital for treatment and died unexpectedly.
    Born in Butts county, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Heath, she had spent her entire life in Butts county and was a member of the Methodist Church.
    Survivors are her husband and nine children, Alvin Maddox of Porterdale; Mrs. Nannie Mae Cleveland, Mrs. Catherine Cleveland, Mrs. Milton Parrish, Mrs. Ethel Key, Glenn Maddox, J. W. Maddox, Ogden Maddox, all of Griffin ,and Aubrey Maddox of Jackson.
    Funeral, services will be held on Thursday at 2 p. m. at Liberty Baptist Church and the Rev. Billy Watson, the Rev. Worth Huckaby and the Rev. S. J. Wheeler will officiate. Burial will follow in the churchyard under the direction of McDonald Funeral Home of Griffin.

Maddox, Margaret Greer
Jackson Progress Argus Mar 13 1931
Death Summons Comes to Mrs. J. P. Maddox
     The death of Mrs. Joseph P. Maddox, 72 years of age, one of Jack son's most prominent and widely beloved, women, occurred at the Griffin Hospital shortly before noon Thursday. She became seriously ill several days ago and was taken to the Griffin Hospital for treatment and an operation. The operation was thought to have been successful but her condition gradually grew worse until the end came Thursday at noon.
     Friends of the family extend sincere sympathy in their deep sorrow.
     Mrs. Maddox was born and reared in Butts county, coming from one of the oldest families in this section. Preceding her marriage she was Miss Margaret Greer, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Greer, prominent early citizens of the county. Her father served as tax collector of Butts county at the time of the War Between the States and died of measles while serving in the Confederate army. Her mother before marriage was Miss Rosa Torbet, of South Carolina. Her ancestors have long been prominent and influential in the affairs of Butts county and this section.
     Mrs. Maddox Was the center of a devoted family circle and was widely beloved for her many fine qualities of character. She is survived by her husband, Mr. Joseph P. Maddox, former tax collector of Butts; county; one daughter, Miss Pearl Maddox, of Jackson; four sons, Mr. J. F. Maddox, of St. Petersburg, Fla; Mr. P. W. Maddox, of Monticello; Mr. Bernard Maddox, of Charleston, S. C. and Mr. Fred Maddox, of Atlanta; three brothers, Mr,. J . M. Greer, of Flovilla; Mr. B. H. Greer, of Eastland, Texas and Mr. W. N. Greer, Dubach, La.; nine grandchildren.
     Funeral services were held from the home on South Oak street Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock, with Rev. A. J. Warner, assisted by Rev. Thos. M. Callaway, officiating. Relatives and friends attested their love and esteem by the pretty floral offerings. The pallbearers were Messrs. T. B. McMichael, D. G. McMichael, W. H. Barnes, C. C. Jinks, J, R. Thurston and E. H. Pace. Interment was in the Jackson city cemetery.

Maddox, Marlin
Jackson Progress-Argus 6 Apr 1934
Bright Young Boy Is Victim Brief Illness
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Maddox, of Cedar Rock community, have the sympathy of friends in the death of their son, Marlin, aged 8, which occurred at 11:30 Sunday morning. The lad became ill Saturday and his condition grew worse. The nature of the attack proved baffling to physicians.
     The boy was a bright and promising young fellow and had a host of friends who are saddened at his sudden passing. He is survived by his parents, and two brothers, Bernard and Howell Maddox; three sisters, Misses Mildred, Dorothy, and Imogene Maddox.
     Funeral services were held at Sardis church Monday afternoon at 3 o'clock.

Maddox, Marshall W.
(See Arrington, Kenneth)

Maddox, Mary Ethel Jarrell
The Jackson Progress-Argus March 7, 1924
Death Of An Infant.
     Mr. and Mrs. Byron Maddox have the sympathy of many friends in the death of their two weeks old daughter, Mary Ethel Jarrell Maddox, which occurred at their home near the camp ground Thursday morning. Funeral services were held at the home Friday morning by Dr. J. M. Glenn and interment was in the family lot in the Watkins cemetery.

Maddox, Mary Lou Ponder
  The Jackson Progress-Argus May 16, 1924
Mrs. C. S. Maddox Claimed By Death.
     The death of Mrs. C. S. Maddox, 77 years of age, occurred at 11:45 o'clock Tuesday night at the home of her daughter, Mrs. T. M. Bond on Indian Springs street. She had hovered between life and death for several days and her passing did not come as a surprise to the family and friends. Mrs. Maddox suffered a stroke of paralysis several weeks ago and her condition had been critical for many days. She was surrounded by her children and the end was peaceful.
     Mrs. Maddox was one of the beat known women in the county and was widely beloved. She was devoted and self-sacrificing as a mother and friend and her passing is sincerely mourned by a wide circle of friends and acquaintances. A Miss Ponder, of Monroe county before her marriage, she belonged to a prominent family of this section. She was the widow of the late Mr. C. S. Maddox, who was superintendent of schools, in Butts county until his death a few years ago. She had been a member of Providence Congregational Methodist church for many years. Her exalted Christian character was exemplified in her daily life. Following the death of her husband Mrs. Maddox had made her home with her children.
     She is survived by three sons, Messrs. D. F. Maddox, John W. Maddox and A. C. Maddox, of Butts county, all prominent citizens of the community; four daughters, Mrs. J. D. Brownlee, Mrs. Thomas M. Bond and Miss Winnie Maddox, of Jackson, and Mrs. Plate Watkins, of Washington, D. C., several grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, all of whom have the sympathy of hosts of friends in their sorrow.
     The funeral was held from the home Thursday morning at 10 o'clock, with Rev. Henry H. Jones, of the Jackson Methodist church, officiating. A large number of friends and relatives gathered for a final tribute and the high esteem in which the deceased was held was attested by the beautiful floral offerings. The pallbearers were her grandsons, Messrs. Charles Brownlee, Franklin Maddox, Paul Maddox, Charles S. Maddox, Forest Maddox, Adeal Maddox, Talmadge Maddox, Interment was in Providence church cemetery, Monroe county.
  
Maddox, Matthew Spencer
  Jackson Progress-Argus, September 12, 1946.
M. S. Maddox Called by Death Sunday Evening.
     The death of M. S. Maddox, 77 years of age, one of the county's best known citizens, occurred Sunday night at 11:55 and resulted after an illness of several months.
     Born in Butts county, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Asbury Maddox, esteemed residents who resides in Iron Springs district, Mr. Maddox, spent most of his life in the county. He was a farmer and a carpenter until ill health forced his retirement. Known as a skilled workman helped erect many of the homes and business houses in the county.
     He was the last member of his immediate families. Brothers who preceded him in death were William Maddox and Lacy Maddox, the latter a widely known contractor, and J. L. Maddox. The late Mrs. Betty Goodson was a sister.
     Survivors include five sons, J. Watts Maddox, Corbin, Ky.; Arthur Maddox of Jacksonville, Fla.; Frank Maddox of Covington; Sam and Byron Maddox; three daughters, Mrs. Louis A. Martin of Jackson; Mrs. James Jackson and Mrs. Marjorie Jackson of Miami, Fla.
     Funeral services were held a the Jackson Methodist church Wednesday afternoon at 3 o'clock. Rev. W. S. Norton, pastor, officiated and burial was in the Watkins family cemetery. Thornton Funeral Home had charge of plans.
     The pallbearers were P. A. Smith, H. M. Moore, Wright Maddox, Wilmer White, H. J. Greer, H. F. Washington.

Maddox, Mattie Duffey
Jackson Progress Argus 10 Mar 1993
     Mattie Duffey Maddox died Tues., March 9, at Hilltop Nursing Home in Monroe County.
     Funeral services were held Wed., March 10, in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with Rev. Jim Cantrell officiating. Interment was in the Cedar Rock Cemetery.
     Mrs. Maddox was born April 30, 1890 in Monroe County, daughter of the late John Edmund and Sena Plymale Duffey.
     She was the widow of Seaborn Whitfield Maddox Sr. She was employed for over 50 years as a sales person for Etheridge-Smith Company's New York Store in Jackson. She was a member of the Jackson United Methodist Church.
     Survivors include daughter Martha M. Fisher of Perry; son Seaborn W. Maddox Jr. of Columbus; seven grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.
     Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Maddox, Mattie Jane
Jackson Progress-Argus, January 13, 1955
Miss Maddox Died Sunday Morning
     Miss Mattie Jane Maddox, 73, member of a large Butts county family, died at her home near Jackson at 4:30 a.m. Sunday as the result of an illness of some time.
     Last rites were held at Providence Church Monday at 3:30 p.m. with the Rev. J. A. Black officiating. Burial was in the churchyard with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     The pallbearers were Frank Moore, Edward Washington, Forrest Maddox, Luther Mills, Olin Mills, James Maddox.
     Native of Butts county where she spent her entire life, Miss Maddox was the daughter of the late N. N. Maddox and Mrs. Mary Jane McCollum Maddox. She was a member of the Providence Church.
     Surviving are seven brothers, Luther , Ben F., Lewis N., Jeff F. and J. B., and Robert Maddox , all of Jackson, and D. C. Maddox of Macon; several nieces and nephews.

Maddox, Maxie McClure
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Nov 1985
     Maxie McClure Maddox, 77, of 2 Pine St., Porterdale, died Thursday at Newton General Hospital.
     Mrs. Maddox, a native of Butts County, had lived in Newton County since 1941. She was the daughter of the late Troy Cornelius and Mamie Harmon McClure and was the widow of Levie Alvin Maddox.
     She was a member of Porterdale Baptist Church and was retired from Bibb Manufacturing Co. at Porterdale.
     Survivors include seven daughters, Faye Aiken of Covington, Gail Lindsey of Porterdale, Betty Shaw of Covington, Joan Knight of Jersey, Ga., Glenda Austin of Gretna, La., Shirley Crawford of Covington, and Sharon Hall of Porterdale; sons, Linwood A. Maddox of Tucker, J. C, Maddox and David Maddox, both of Calhoun, and Wayne Maddox of Porterdale; sisters, Mrs. Milton Norsworthy and Ruth Thaxton, both of Jackson, and Rachel Sherwood of McDonough; brothers, J. C. McClure of Porterdale; 33 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren.
     The funeral was held Friday at 3 p.m. at the Porterdale Baptist Church with Df. Huey D. Perry and the Rev. Hugh McKee officiating. Burial was in the Macedonia Baptist Church cemetery at Stark.
     Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home of Covington was in charge of arrangements.

Maddox, Medora
Jackson Progress-Argus April 13, 1939
Miss Dora Maddox Passes at Her Home in Atlanta
     Friends of Miss Dora Maddox, former resident of Butts county, were saddened to learn of her death which occurred Sunday at a private hospital in Atlanta. For a long' period of years she resided in the Iron Springs district and was connected with pioneer families of the county. For several years past she has resided in Atlanta.
     Funeral services were held Monday afternoon in Atlanta with the Rev. W. Lee Cutts officiating. Interment was in the College Park cemetery.
     Surviving are two sisters, Mrs. J. S. Freeman and Miss. Katherine Maddox; a nephew, Paul C. Maddox, and two nieces, Mrs. C. M. Robertson and Mrs. A. A. White, of Jackson.

Maddox, Minnie Greer
Jackson Progress-Argus 11 May 1939
Mrs. Byron Maddox Claimed By Death
     Mrs. Byron Maddox, 61 years of age, beloved resident of the Old Bethel community, died at her home Saturday night after a long and painful illness.
     The former Miss Minnie Greer, and connected with prominent middle Georgia families, Mrs. Maddox was born and reared in Fayette county. She had been a resident of Butts county for 39 years and during that time had made a host of friends. She was a relative of the late Mr. Thomas Greer, one of the county's influential citizens.
     She was married to Mr. Byron Maddox on May 21, 1921.
     Surviving Mrs. Maddox are her husband, successful Butts county farmer; one brother, S. W. Greer, of Fayette county, and nine nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were held at the home Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock, with. Rev. Gus Elliott officiating. Pallbearers were the nieces, Misses: Mabel, Vashti and Lou Greer, Grace and Hazel Maddox and Mrs. Herschel Maddox.
     Burial was in the McDonough cemetery, with D. T., Carmichael and Sons in charge of arrangements.

Maddox, Morris (Maurice) H.
The Jackson Progress-Argus May 8, 1925
The Death Of Small Boy Follows Brief Illness.
     Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Maddox have the sympathy of their friends in the death of Morris, their six-year-old son, which occurred Tuesday night at their home near Fincherville. He was sick for only a day, suffering from mumps and other complications. Morris is survived by his parents and the following brothers and sisters; Mildred, Dorothy, Bernard, and Imogene Maddox.
     Funeral services were held at Sardis church Wednesday afternoon at 3 o'clock, Rev. J. Ward officiating.

Maddox, Myrtice Irene Williams
Jackson Progress Argus 21 Mar 1968
Mrs. Maddox Passes At Westbury
     Mrs. Myrtice Irene Williams Maddox, 71, of 2301 Nottingham Drive, Columbus, wife of Thomas Carter Maddox, died Thursday night at the Westbury Nursing Home after an extended illness.
     Born in Butts County, she was the daughter of Mr. William Pitts Williams and Mrs. Susie Miles Williams of Butts County. She was a member of the First Street Methodist Church in Macon where she had resided for a number of years.
     Funeral services were conducted Saturday afternoon at two o'clock at the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home. Rev. T. J. McCullough and Rev. Theodore Terry, chaplain of the Westbury Nursing Home, officiated with interment in the Cedar Rock Cemetery. Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
     In addition to her husband, Mrs. Maddox is survived by a son, William L. Maddox of Columbus; one granddaughter, Miss Kathy Maddox of Columbus; one grandson, Lt. William L. Maddox Jr. of Columbus; one sister, Mrs. Maude Williamson of Jackson and two brothers, Ernest Williams of Jackson and J. Fred Williams of Atlanta; several nieces and nephews.
     Nephews served as pallbearers and were Asa Williams, Jamie Williams, Lamar Williams, Morris Williams, Curtis Williamson and Forrest Maddox.

Maddox, Nancy Elizabeth Lynch
  Jackson Argus March 14, 1968
Mrs. Maddox Was Buried Wednesday.
     Mrs. Nancy Elizabeth Lynch Maddox, 75, Of 608 Third Street, Jackson, widow of Mr. John B. Maddox was pronounced dead on arrival at Sylvan Grove Hospital Monday night. Though she had been in ill health for sometime, her death was unexpected.
     Mrs. Maddox was the daughter of the late James Lynch and Mrs. Dora Harkness Lynch and was a life long resident of Butts county.
     Funeral services were conducted Wednesday afternoon at 2 0'clock from Halsten's chapel with the Rev. Robert Thompson, pastor of the First Baptist Church officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery with Halsten Funeral Home in charge of arraignments.
     Mrs. Maddox is survived by two daughters, Mrs. C. E. Lindhal and Mrs. Dewey Moore both of Opelika, Ala.; three sons, Ellis Maddox and James M. Maddox both of Jackson and Robert Melton Maddox of Opelika, Ala.; two sisters, Mrs. Mary Hubert Fears of Jackson and Mrs. Troy Ivey of Forsyth; three brothers, Clomer Lynch of Jackson, Sam Lynch of Sulphur Springs, Texas and Pink Lynch of Griffin; six grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were Ralph Evans, Dr. Randolph Long, P. H. Weaver, Dr. Roy Goff, J. T. Beckman, Aubrey Maddox.

Maddox, Nancy Jane McCallum
  Butts County Progress January 29, 1915
Mrs. N. N. Maddox Dies At The Age Of 61 Years.
     The death of Mrs. N. N. Maddox occurred at her home near High Falls at an early hour Saturday morning. Death was due to a complication of diseases.
     Mrs. Maddox was born July 13, 1853, and accordingly was 61 years and seven months and ten days old. Before her marriage she was a Miss McCollum and a native of this county. Mrs. Maddox was truly a good woman, esteemed by all who knew her for her unselfish and noble character. She was a member of Providence Methodist church.
     Mrs. Maddox is survived by her husband, one daughter, Miss Mattie Maddox, six sons, Messrs. C. L., B. F., L. N., J. B., Robert and Cleveland Maddox; four brothers and three sisters.
     The funeral services were held Sunday at noon at Providence church, Monroe county, her pastor, Rev. G. W. Hansford officiating. The sympathy of a host of friends go out to the family in their sorrow.

Maddox, Nancy Ola Willard
Jackson Progress-Argus Nov 9, 1939
Mrs. Ola Maddox Claimed by Death
     The death of Mrs. Ola Maddox, 71 years of age, beloved resident of Jackson occurred Sunday night at a private sanitarium in Atlanta. She submitted to a major operation about two weeks ago and her condition was thought to be improving until a few days ago when she became critically ill.
     Mrs. Maddox was born and reared in Butts county and was a daughter of the late Mr. Green Willard and Mrs. Fannie Itson Willard. She was the widow of Mr. Hoppi Maddox whose death occurred several years ago. A devoted member of Cedar Rock church, Mrs. Maddox was active in religious affairs. She was a woman of great industry and her qualities of unselfish service endeared her to a wide circle of friends.
     Surviving relatives are three children, Mrs. Ray Cook and Elvin Maddox, of Jackson, and Mrs. Joe McLean, Atlanta ; two step-daughters, Mrs. C. C. Jinks and: Mrs. W. M Bond, of Jackson; a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Seaborn W. Maddox, of Jackson, and several grandchildren.
     She -is also survived by three brothers, J. C. Willard of Jackson; Titus Willard, of Lake City, Fla and John Willard, of Dubach, La.
     Funeral services were held at Cedar Rock church Tuesday morning at 11 o'clock and Rev. A. E. Barton, pastor of Jackson Methodist church officiated. A concourse of relatives and friends gathered to pay final tributes and expressed their esteem through lovely floral offerings.
     The pallbearers were: Davis Willard, Eslyn Jinks, Russell Ray, Sam Coleman, Son Cook, T. B. Willard.
     Interment was in the churchyard, with Thornton Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements.

Maddox, Nellie Mills
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Oct 1991
     Mrs. Nellie Mills Maddox, 84, of 325 Wesley Drive in Jackson died Friday afternoon at Sylvan Grove Hospital in Jackson.
     The funeral was held Sunday, Sept. 22, at Jackson United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Jim Cantrell officiating. Burial was in Macon Memorial Park in Macon.
     Mrs. Maddox was born in Covington, daughter of the late William J. and Fleeta Lummus Mills.
     She and Mr. Maddox resided in Corbin, Ky., for over 40 years before moving to Jackson in1967. While in Corbin, she was a member of First United Methodist Church where she taught the Emily Mae Sunday School Class for 27 years. She was a member of Jackson United Methodist Church.
     Survivors include her husband, Adeal V. Maddox of Jackson; grandsons, Joel A. Maddox and Lamar Maddox, both of Atlanta; great-grandson, Clarke Mills Maddox of Atlanta; daughter-in-law, Betty Anne Weaver Maddox of Macon; sister, Ilene Payne Smith of Bradenton, Fla.; and several nieces and nephews.
     Those desiring may send a contribution to Jackson United Methodist Church in memory of Mrs. Maddox.
     Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Maddox, Newton
  The Jackson Progress-Argus October 28, 1927
Paralysis Proves Fatal To Mr. Newton Maddox.
     Mr. Newton N. Maddox, 73 years of age, one of Butts county's best known citizens, died at his home near High Falls Thursday morning at 4 o'clock, following a stroke of paralysis suffered Monday night. He had not been in robust health for some time, but news of his passing comes as a shock to a wide circle of friends.
     Mr. Maddox was connected to an old and prominent family of Butts and Monroe counties. He was a brother of the late Mr. C. S. Maddox, who was county school superintendent of Butts county for a long number of years. Mr. Maddox was a member of Providence Church, Monroe county. He is survived by the following children, Messrs. C. L., L. N., B. F., J. F., R. W., and J. B. Maddox, all of Butts county, and G. C. Maddox, of Sandersville, Ga.; Miss Martha Jane Maddox of Butts county. He is also survived by one sister, Mrs. F. E. Johnson, of Forsyth, and a number of grandchildren.
     Funeral services will be held at Providence church Friday morning at 11 o'clock, and following the funeral rites the body will be laid to rest in the church yard.

The Jackson Progress-Argus November 4, 1927
Mr. Maddox's Funeral Was Held Friday Morning.
     Funeral services for Mr. Newton N. Maddox, prominent and well known Butts county citizen, whose death occurred at his home at High Falls Thursday morning of the past week, were held at providence church, Monroe county, Friday morning at 11 o'clock. Rev. Augustus Ernest, of the Jackson Methodist church, officiated, and members of the High Falls Masonic Lodge, of which Mr. Maddox was a member, had charge of the services at the grave. A large number of relatives and friends, including visitors from adjoining countries, were present for a last tribute of respect. Interment was in the church yard.
     Mr. Maddox was one of the leading citizens of the county, and was connected with the county and was connected with an influential family of this section of the state.

The Jackson Progress-Argus December 2, 1927
Resolutions On The Death Of Mr. Newton N. Maddox.
To the Worshipful Master, wardens and members of High Falls Lodge No. 183 F. & A. M. held on Saturday, Nov., 26, 1927, the following resolutions of respect were reported by the committee.
     Whereas: it has pleased Almighty God in His omnipotent wisdom to remove from this life our brother, Newton N. Maddox, who was born in Butts county, Ga., on March 26, 1854, and died in the county of his birth Oct. 27, 1927, surrounded by a large circle of friends and neighbors who had watched over him for many days and nights before his death. His physicians did their utmost to stay the hand of death, but it was all in vain.
     As a citizen and neighbor Brother Maddox was in many ways a model man. He was a man of great energy and pluck and was taught from early life to make by honest toil a sufficience for himself and those dependent on him for support. He was a kind friend and good neighbor and always ready to the extent of his ability to help those in distress or need.
     Resolved. That by his death this lodge has lost a valuable member.
     Resolved. That the sympathy of this lodge be conveyed to the daughter and family of our deceased fellow member, committing them in this hour of bereavement to the kindly consolation of Him who doeth all things well.
     Resolved. That a copy of these resolutions, signed by committee, be transmitted to the daughter of our deceased brother and be recorded on the minutes of this lodge.
Signed: J. E. Proctor, A. W. Seymour, R. E. Evans, Committee
Saturday, Nov. 26, 1927.

Maddox, Nora Lee White
Jackson Progress-Argus, August 18, 1949.
Mrs. F. C. Maddox, Beloved Resident Accident Victim.
     Mrs. F. C. Maddox, 73 years of age, beloved resident of Flovilla, died Friday night about 9 o'clock as a result of injuries suffered when struck by a northbound freight train as she was returning home from a neighbor's. She was crossing the railroad track when the freight train bore down and mangled her left side. She died en route to the office of a Jackson physician.
     Widely beloved as a religious worker, as a friend and companion, Mrs. Maddox was connected with old and influential Butts county families. She was Miss Nora Lee White, daughter of the late Louisa Hay and Bartholomew S. White, and was born July 28, 1875. As a member of the Flovilla Methodist church she was a tireless worker in all its causes and wielded an influence that will long be felt in the community.
     Survivors are her husband; one daughter, Mrs. F. L. Maddox of Jackson; three grandchildren, Mrs. John Cobb of Cartersville, Mrs. Charles H. Kent of Jackson, Claude Maddox of Albany; one sister, Mrs. J. A. Spurlin of Atlanta; two brothers, A. A. White, chairman of the Butts Board of County Commissioners, and C. S. White, Atlanta; three great-grandchildren, Judy Kent, Jackson; Fran Cobb and Johnny Cobb of Cartersville. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services, attended by a large number of relatives and friends, were held in the Flovilla Methodist church, Sunday morning at 11 o'clock. Rev. W. C. Bowen, the pastor, and Rev. Claude Hendrick of Newnan conducted the impressive rites. Both ministers paid lofty tribute to the high character, the unselfish devotion and the unfailing kindness of this beloved woman. The pallbearers, stewards of the church, were R. T. Smith, J. T. Bray, H. L. Bankston, Howard Greer, Rivers Waites, J. C. Funderburk Jr., R, C, Riley, H. B. Whitaker, Julian Fletcher, T. G. Brooks, F. L. Maddox.
     Burial was in the Flovilla cemetery and plans were directed by Thornton Funeral Home.

Maddox, Paul
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Oct 1068
Paul Maddox Is Victim of Heart Attack
     Mr. Paul Maddox, 72, of 891 East Third Street, veteran Butts County political and civic leader, died about one o'clock Sunday morning at Sylvan Grove Hospital shortly after arrival. Death was attributed to a heart attack suffered a short time before at his residence.
     One of Butts County's best known citizens and political figures, Mr. Maddox was a native and lifelong resident of the county, his father being Mr. Dulane Forrest Maddox and his mother, Mrs. Annie Lee Brown Maddox, both natives of Butts County. Mr.
Maddox served as Clerk of Superior Courts for Butts County for 16 years, being conceded as one of the most efficient and courteous public officials in the county's history. He also served as chairman of the Butts County Commissioners and was
instrumental in helping obtain a hospital for Butts County and naming the original seven-man hospital authority, six members of whom are still serving.
     A retired successful farmer, Mr. Maddox kept abreast of modern agricultural practices and conservation measures. He was a member of the Jackson Rifles and a veteran of World War I. Funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon at three o'clock at the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson. Rev. Ray Dunahoo, pastor of the Jackson United Methodist Church, and Rev. Ralph Goodwin, pastor of the Jackson Church of the Nazarene, officiated. Interment was in Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Maddox is survived by his wife, Mrs. Dora Gilmore Maddox of Jackson; a brother, Franklin L. Maddox of Jackson; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Claude Maddox, Lee Roy Maddox, Forrest Maddox, Col. Rudy Sullivan, Spencer Johnson, Wayne Barnes.
     
Maddox, Perry Whitfield
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Jan 1958
P. W. Maddox Died Saturday In Monticello
     Funeral services for P. W. Maddox, 71, of Monticello were held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from Persons Funeral Home. Interment was in the Monticello City cemetery.
     A native of Butts county, he was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joe Maddox of Jackson.
     Death came to the elder Jasper county citizen, a retired business man, Saturday after a lengthy illness.
     Survivors include his wife, former Miss Lila McElheney; of Monticello; a daughter, Mrs. Fred Gober, Atlanta; sister, Mrs. F. E. Beatty, St. Petersburg, Fla.; three brothers, Bernard Maddox, Macon; Fred Maddox, Bainbridge, and J. F. Maddox, St. Petersburg, Fla.; four grandchildren.

Maddox, Raymond Hardy
Jackson Progress Argus 08 May 1975
Tuesday Rites For Ray Maddox
     Mr. Raymond Hardy Maddox, 55, of Route 1, Jackson, died Sunday around noon at the Georgia Baptist Hospital in Atlanta where he had been a patient for eight days.
     Mr. Maddox was born on May 26, 1919 in Corbin, Kentucky, the son of the late Mr. Raymond H. Maddox, Sr. and the late Mrs. Adelade Chambers Maddox.
     Mr. Maddox was employed as a Department Manager at the Ponce de Leon branch of Sears in Atlanta. He was a veteran of World War Il and was a member of the Stark United Methodist Church.
     Funeral services for Mr. Maddox were held Tuesday afternoon, May 6th, at three o'clock at the Stark United Methodist Church with the Rev. Frank Burton and the Rev. Bill Floyd officiating. Interment was in the Stark United Methodist Church Cemetery with Sherrell Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Maddox is survived by his wife, Mrs. Martha Gaston Maddox ,of Jackson; two sons, William Patrick Maddox of Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, and Gary E. Maddox of Jackson; two daughters; Mrs. Connie Horne and Mrs. Charlene Cochran, both of Jackson; one brother, Mr. J. N. Maddox of San Antonio, Texas; two sisters, Mrs. Mary Jo Brooks of Corbin, Kentucky and Mrs. Hazel Hocker of Jackson; four grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
     Active pallbearers were Larry Jones, Jim Johnstone, Harold Brooks, Philip Hocker, Frank Hocker, Mike Hocker.
     Honorary pallbearers were John Moore, Nevin Duffey, Harold Spruell, Neal Spruell, Lamar Long and Lewis Cawthon, Don and Hulon O'Neal.

Maddox, Raymond Howard
  The Jackson Progress-Argus July 11, 1924
Mr. R. H. Maddox Called By Death.
     The death of Mr. Raymond H. Maddox, 39 years of age, occurred Thursday night, July 3, about 10:30 o'clock at the home of his brother, Mr. J. O. Maddox, at Luella. He was ill for about two hours, death having been attributed to acute indigestion. Together, with his family Mr. Maddox arrived Thursday afternoon from Corbin, Ky., to spend the fourth of July with relatives. Soon after reaching the home of his brother he was attacked by a fatal illness.
     Mr. Maddox belonged to a prominent family of Butts county. He was a son of the late Mr. I. H. Maddox. For about two years he had been residing in Corbin, Ky. He was formerly a well known farmer of the Worthville community. Many friends were pained to learn of his sudden passing,
     Funeral services were conducted at Sardis church Saturday morning at 11 o'clock by Rev. E. F. Barron, of Macon. The pallbearers were his four brothers, Messrs. J. O., C. B., Henri, and Ewell Maddox, and Mr. W. H. Maddox, Jr., and Mr. Van Wilson. Interment was in the church yard.
     Mr. Maddox is survived by his wife, who was Miss Adelaide Chambers before her marriage; three sons, and three daughters; three sisters, Mrs. I. M. Wilson and Mrs. W. H. Maddox, Jr., of Jackson. And Mrs. Sam Hendrick, of Atlanta; four brothers, Messrs. J. O., C. B. Maddox, of Luelia, Henri Maddox, of Atlanta, and Ewell Maddox, of Butts county.

Maddox, Rebecca Hunt
  Middle Georgia Argus February 28, 1888
     We regret to chronicle the death of Mrs. Rebecca Maddox at her home near Worthville on Thursday night of last week. She leaves a large family of children and grandchildren, besides a host of friends. At the time of her death she was in her seventy-second year.
     
Maddox, Rebon Spencer
Jackson Progress Argus 18 Aug 1993
     Rebon Spencer Maddox of the Worthville Community in Butts County died Sat., Aug. 14, at the Emory University Rehabilitation Center.
     Funeral services were held Mon., Aug. 16, at the Worthville Baptist Church with Rev. Argin Floyd officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery.
     Mr. Maddox was born Sept. 27, 1918 in Butts County, son of the late Glenn CT. and Leila Mason Maddox. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U. S. Army. While in Sicily, he was wounded in action and received the Purple Heart.
     He was a member of the Worthville Baptist Church and Ancient York Lodge No. 127 and the Worthville Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star.
     Survivors include wife Marian Washington Maddox; daughters and sons-in-law Carol and Tommy Presley, Gwen and Richard Cook of Jackson, June and Frank Malcom of Covington; 12 grandchildren; one great grandson; sisters Mozelle Jones of Jackson and Bobbie Cawthon of Covington; brothers Levie Maddox and Bill Maddox of Jackson and Lawrence Maddox of Forest Park.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.
 
Maddox, Robert A.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus October 14, 1927
Mr. R. A. Maddox Is Victim Of Accident.
     Many Butts county friends and relatives were pained to learn of the death of Mr. Robert A. Maddox, 38 years of age, which occurred in a hospital at Dublin on October 1. He fell from a pole while stringing a radio wire, several days previous and sustained injuries and painful bruises about the body. He was carried to a hospital in Dublin for treatment, and for a time seemed to improve, but succumbed to the injuries about 11 o'clock on October 1.
     Mr. Maddox was born and reared in Jackson, where he attended school. He was the third son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph P. Maddox, esteemed residents of Jackson. When quite a youth he went with the old Southern Express Company and was later with the Southern Railway Company for some time. For the past thirteen years he had been connected with Edgar Brothers at Irwinton, Ga., as bookkeeper. He had a wide circle of friends in that section of the state and had served as Worshipful of the Irwinton Masonic lodge.
     He is survived by his widow, who was formerly Miss Mamie Bragg, of Hawkinsville, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Maddox, of Jackson; brothers, Mr. J. F. Maddox, of St. Petersburg, Fla.; Mr. P. W. Maddox, of Monticello; Mr. B. J. Maddox, of Griffin, and Mr. Fred H. Maddox, of Albany; one sister, Miss Pearl Maddox of Jackson.
     Funeral services were held from the family residence in Irwinton and the Masons had charge of the services at the grave. Many friends of the family sympathize with them deeply in their sorrow.
  
Maddox, Robert Asbury
Jackson Progress Argus 24 May 1973
Graveside Rites For Mr. Maddox
     Mr. Robert Asbury Maddox, 73, of 3273 North College Street, College Park died suddenly Sunday evening, May 20th, at his residence after apparently suffering a heart attack.
     Born October 8, 1899 in Butts County, he was the son of the late Mr. G. Lacy Maddox and the late Mrs. Ada E Minter both of Butts County. He was a retired carpenter.
     Graveside Services were conducted Tuesday afternoon at the Jackson City Cemetery with Rev. David Black, pastor of the Jackson and Fellowship Presbyterian Churches, officiating. Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Maddox has no immediate survivors other than several cousins.

Maddox, Robert Lee
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Aug 1987
     Robert Lee Maddox, 79, of 605 Cross St., Greenwood, S.C., died Aug. 9 at Self Memorial Hospital in Greenwood.
     The funeral was held Aug. 11 at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Blyth Funeral Home in Greenwood with the Revs. F. H. Gossett and John Hipp officiating. Burial was in the Greenwood Memorial Gardens.
     Mr. Maddox was born in Jackson, Ga., son of John Clark and Ludie Sellers Maddox.
     He was a retired employee of Greenwood Mills and a member of Mathews United Methodist Church.
     Survivors include his wife, Margaret Davis Maddox;, daughters, Betty Neal of Charlotte, N.C., and Marie Wren of Spartanburg, S.C.; sisters, Ruby Boyd of McDonough and Laru Price of Carrollton; four granddaughters; two great grandsons; three step great grandchildren.

Maddox, Robert Wright
  Jackson Progress-Argus, January 27, 1955
Robert W. Maddox Called by Death
     Robert Wright Maddox, 68, died Thursday morning at the Collins Rest Home in Flovilla. His death followed by only a few days that of his sister, Miss Mattie Maddox, with whom he had made his home.
     Born in the High Falls section of Butts county, he was a farmer and was the son of the late N. N. Maddox and Mrs. Mary Jane McCollum Maddox.
     Surviving are six brothers, Luther C., Ben F., Lewis N., Jeff F. and J. B. Maddox, all of Jackson, and D. C. Maddox of Macon; several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were held Friday at 3 p.m. at Providence Church in Monroe county. The Rev. W. M. Black was the officiating minister and burial was in the church cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     The pallbearers were Billy Copeland, Glenn Maddox, Ogden Maddox, Wilmer Maddox, James Maddox Wilmer Garr.

Maddox, Rosa M. Cole
Middle Georgia Argus April 12, 1887
     Mrs. Maddox, wife of Mr. Hopple Maddox, died on Friday and was buried at Macedonia on Saturday.
       The Argus extends its sympathies.
  
Maddox, Roslyn O'Neal
Jackson Progress Argus 12 Dec 1984
     Roslyn O'Neal Maddox, 54, of 874 Brookwood Ave., Jackson, died Monday morning at the Medical College in Augusta.
     Mrs. Maddox was born in Spalding County, daughter of the late William Floyd O'Neal and Bessie Mae Jinks O'Neal who survives. She was employed for several years by the Settle & Robison Co. and Barber Pulpwood Co. She was a member of the Jackson United Methodist Church.
     Survivors include her husband, Bill Maddox of Jackson; daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Gregg Wall of Jackson; son, Glen Maddox of Atlanta; granddaughter, Betsi Brooks of Jackson; mother, Bessie Mae Jinks O'Neal of Atlanta; sisters Allene Cain of Atlanta, Annette Baldwin of Marietta and Jackie Hayes of Smyrna; brothers, James O'Neal of Norcross and John O'Neal of Miami, Fla.; several nieces and nephews.
     Services were held Tuesday at 3 p.m. in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson with the Rev. Malcolm Paterson and the Rev. Ben Wright officiating. Burial was in the Jackson city cemetery.
     Nephews served as pallbearers.
     Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Maddox, Ruby Hendrick
Jackson Progress Argus 25 Sep 1975
Mrs. Maddox Buried At Macedonia
     Mrs. Ruby Hendrick Maddox, 86, died at 8:55 o'clock Friday morning, September 19th, at Westbury Medical Care Home where she had been a patient for several months.
     A native of Warren County, she was born March 7, 1889, daughter of the late Mr. George Hendrick and the late Mrs. Anna Chapman Hendrick. She was a member of Williams Creek Baptist Church in Warren County and was the widow of Mr. Jenous Monroe Maddox.
     Funeral services were conducted Saturday afternoon at three o'clock. from the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home in Jackson with the Rev. A. L. Price, pastor of the Second Baptist Church, officiating. Interment was in Macedonia Baptist Church cemetery with Sherrell Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Maddox is survived by several step-children, including Mrs. Lillie Crane, Mrs. Alice Williamson, Clyde Norris, Lewis Maddox, Mrs. Virginia Hoard, Mrs. Annie Taylor, all of Jackson; Mrs. Lena Coker, Mrs. Sarah Howard, Mrs. C. J. Maddox, Arthur Maddox, Fred Maddox; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Bob Henrick; several nieces and nephews, including Mr. Lawrence Fuller of Barnesville.
     Pallbearers were Carroll Harper, Travis Harper, Sonny Harper, Joe Fuller, Aburey Williamson, Ollie King.

Maddox, Ruby Lee McMichael
  The Jackson Progress-Argus November 3, 1922
Mrs. J. C. Maddox Claimed By Death.
     The death of Mrs. Ruby Lee Maddox, twenty years of age, wife of Mr. J. C. Maddox, of Worthville, occurred Friday night at the Georgia Baptist Hospital in Atlanta. She was taken to Atlanta for treatment on October 20, death following a week later. A complication of ailments was the cause of death.
     Before her marriage, Mrs. Maddox was Miss Ruby Lee McMichael, and was a member of Lovejoy Methodist church. She is survived by her husband and a two year old daughter; her father, Mr. W. J. McMichael, and several brothers and sisters, all of whom have the sympathy of many friends in their sorrow.
     The body was brought to Jackson Saturday and taken to Sardis church, where funeral services were conducted by Rev. Richard Fincher.
     Interment was in the church cemetery.

Maddox, Rufus Richard
The Jackson Argus April 18, 1913
Rufus Maddox.
     Last night at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Sam Godsey, Rufus Maddox passed away, at the age of 76.
     Funeral services were held today at 11 o'clock and his body laid to rest in the family burying ground near Cedar Creek.
     Mr. Maddox was the father of Jack Maddox of Jackson.
                    
Butts County Progress April 25, 1913
Mr. R. R. Maddox Died At Ripe Age April 16
     At the age of 76, Mr. Rufus R. Maddox, Confederate veteran, and one of the most highly respected citizens in the county. Passed away at the home of Mr. S. H. Godsey Thursday night.
     Death was due to complications of disease and the infirmities of old age.
     Mr. Maddox was a native of this county and resided here nearly all his life. He had a large number of friends and was a good citizen. He was a member of a well-known family of this county and survived by five sons, Messrs. M. J., Dolphus, Lawson, John and Ike Maddox; two daughters, Mrs. S. H. Godsey, Mrs. John McNair; three brothers, Messrs. L. H., J. G., and T. H. Maddox. Mrs. O. B. Knowles is his only sister.
     The funeral and interment took place at the Harper burial ground near Shady Ridge in Henry county Friday morning at 11 o'clock. In their bereavement the family have the sympathy of a host of friends.

Maddox, Rufus Stewart
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Feb 1985
     Rufus Stewart Maddox of Miami, Fla., died Feb. 11 at a Miami Hospital.
     A native of Jackson, Mr. Maddox as the son of the late Henry Jack and Annie Steward Maddox. He was a veteran. the U S Air Force and during World War II completed 96 missions In B-26s.
     Survivors Include his wife, Dolly Maddox brother, Asa Maddox of Indian Springs; sister, Virtie Pullim of Griffin; several nieces and nephews.
     The Funeral was held Friday at Lithgow Chapel in Miami. Burial was in the Southern Memorial Park in Miami.
     
Maddox, Sallie Mae Brooks
Jackson Progress Argus 27 Dec 1978
Funeral For Mrs. Maddox Held Wednesday
       Funeral services for Sallie Mae Brooks Maddox 78 of Route 3 Barnesville the High Falls Community were conducted Wednesday afternoon, December 20th at three o'clock Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson with the Rev. Turner Scott officiating. Interment was in Liberty Baptist Church cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge
     Mrs. Maddox died Tuesday, December 19th at her residence after apparently suffering a heart attack.
     Born in Butts County, Mrs. Maddox was the daughter of the late George W. Maddox and the late Clara Belle Lynch Brooks. She was a. member of Liberty Baptist Church in Butts County
     She is survived by one son, Mr. James Albert Maddox of Barnesville, five grandchildren, seven great- grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Claude Maddox, Jimmy Maddox, Jim Lindsey, David Biggs, Steve O'Neal, and Johny Goodrum. Honorary pallbearers were C. W. Wood, Jay McCord, Bill McAllistor, Paul Watts, Ed Haley, Mark Friedli, Lawrence Earnest, and Don Collins.

Maddox, Samuel Asbury

Jackson Progress-Argus, May 15, 1947.
Rites Wednesday for Sam Maddox, Stabbing Victim.
     Graveside rites were held Wednesday for Samuel Asbury Maddox, 43, who died Sunday as the result of knife wounds received in an alteration in the lower part of the county. Rev. Ralph Goodwin and Rev. G. A. Briggs officiated. Thornton Funeral Home had charge of plans.
     Mr. Maddox, son of the late Mr. And Mrs. M. S. Maddox, was born and reared in the county and was a veteran of World War II. At the time of his death he was engaged in farming.
     Survivors are three sisters, Mrs. Louis A. Martin of Jackson; Mrs. James Jackson and Mrs. Marjorie Jackson, Miami, Fla.; four brothers, J. Watts Maddox, Corbin, Ky.; Arthur Maddox, Jacksonville, Fla.; Frank Maddox, College Park, and L. B. Maddox, Flovilla.
     Mr. Maddox was fatally cut at the home of Mrs. Donie Taylor. According to the evidence at the coroner's inquest, Maddox and the Taylor woman were eating breakfast about 9 o'clock when Fred W. Willingham, route 3 Monticello, appeared at the window and shot twice at Maddox with a rifle. The shots were wild and while grappling over the rifle Willingham drew a knife and slashed Maddox across the throat, severing the jugular vein. He bled to death within a few minutes.
     After the cutting Willingham fled the scene.
     A warrant charging murder was sworn out Sunday by L. B. Maddox against Mrs. Donie Taylor. She was picked up later in the week by Sheriff J. D. Pope.
     Willingham is charged with murder in a warrant sworn out the first of the week L. B. Maddox, brother of the slain man.

Maddox, Sandra Louise
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Apr 1969
Decatur Woman Killed In Henry Crash
     A Butts County native, Herbert Jeff Maddox, 23, hovers perilously close to death at DeKalb General Hospital, the sole survivor of a grinding collision of two compact cars Monday morning about 11 o'clock at the intersection of Highways 155 and 138 nine miles north of McDonough.
     Killed in the crash were Mr. Maddox's wife, Mrs. Sandra Louise Maddox, 18, of 1953 Willa Way, Decatur, and a couple from Connecticut, Mr. and Mrs. Worth Perry of New Fairfield.
     Patrolman R. T. Ray, of the Griffin State Patrol post, said that the Maddox car, a 1962 Corvair, was traveling south on 155. The 1964 Valiant, driven by Mr. Perry, 70, was proceeding east on 138 and according to Trooper Ray had apparently halted for a stop sign and then pulled out into the path of the southbound Maddox vehicle.
     Mrs. Perry, 67, her husband, and Mrs. Maddox believed were all been killed instanty
Mr. Maddox, son of Mr. and Mrs. Aubrey Maddox of Jackson, was critically injured, suffering severe internal injuries and a broken leg, arm and severe lacerations. Surgery was performed Monday and his condition after the operation was listed as extremely critical.
     Funeral services for Mrs. Maddox were held Wednesday afternoon at 3 o'clock from the chapel of Horis A. Ward, Inc. Funeral Home with the Rev. C. Wray Ivey officiating. Interment was in Resthaven Memorial Gardens.
     Mrs. Maddox is survived by her husband; a daughter, Miss Sandra Lynn Maddox, Decatur; parents, Mr. and Mrs. Winston H. Alford, Stone Mountain; two sisters, Mrs. Robert Rhodes, Wichita Falls, Texas; Mrs. Mark Ingram, Jackson; a brother, Master Robert Alford, Stone Mountain; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Earl T. Browder, St. Albans, West Virginia; several aunts and uncles.

Maddox, Sarah E Brittingham
  The Jackson Progress-Argus October 10, 1919
Mrs. C. O. Maddox Claimed By Death
     Mrs. C. O. Maddox, 85 years of age, passed away at her home near Sandy Creek church Tuesday afternoon, old age and a general breakdown being the cause of death. As Miss Sallie Brittingham, of Forsyth, Mrs. Maddox was one of the best known teachers in this section and many residents of the county studied under her. Her husband died on January 24 of this year.
     Mrs. Maddox was a member of Sandy Creek church, where funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at 3 o'clock, Dr. Robert VanDeventer officiating and interment was in the church cemetery.
Maddox, Sarah Frances Harper
  The Jackson Progress-Argus January 29, 1932
Mrs. Sallie F. Maddox Passed away Monday.
     The death of Mrs. Sallie Frances Maddox, 76 years of age, occurred Monday night at 6 o'clock at the home of her daughter, Mrs. W. F. Long at Flovilla. Death followed a short illness, she having suffered a stroke of paralysis Sunday. Many friends are saddened at the passing of this estimable and beloved woman.
     Born in Henry county April 23, 1856, Mrs. Maddox was a Miss Harper, daughter of Mr. Reuben Harper, before her marriage. She was the widow of the late C. Shug Maddox, well known resident of Iron Springs district whose death occurred in November, 1915. She was a member of Pleasant Grove church and was widely beloved for her many fine qualities of character.
     Mrs. Maddox is survived by two sons, J. M. Maddox, of Jackson, and T. Claude Maddox, of Flovilla; six daughters, Mrs. W. F. Long, Mrs. L. R. Dodson, Mrs. W. F. Long, of Flovilla; Mrs. J. N. Greer, of Griffin; Mrs. E. N. Thompson and Mrs. R. E. Patrick, of Jackson. She is also survived by 28 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.
     Funeral services were held at Macedonia church Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock, with Rev. D. H. Maxey, pastor of the Flovilla Methodist church, officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery.
 
Maddox, Sarah Frances Preston
Middle Georgia Argus April 1, 1884
     Mrs. Morgan Maddox, whose critical condition was mentioned last week, died on Tuesday morning last. An obituary notice of her death which was crowded out, will appear next week.

Maddox, Sarah Susanna Cole
Jackson Progress-Argus 5 Aug 1937
Mrs. L. L. Maddox Died In Fitzgerald
     The death of Mrs. L. L. Maddox, 79 years of age, a former prominent and beloved resident of Butts county, occurred Friday; morning at the home of her son, Mr. Lawrence Maddox, in Fitzgerald. She had been in declining health for several months.
     Mrs. Maddox, the former Miss Susie Cole, .daughter of J. B. Cole, of Butts county, and Susannah Harriet Cox, of South Carolina, was born and reared here and spent most of her life in the county. She was the widow of the late Mr. L. L. Maddox, esteemed resident of Iron Springs district. Following the death of her husband she had made her home with her children in Butts county, Macon and Fitzgerald and was on a visit with her son when seized with a fatal illness. Mrs. Maddox was connected with families active and influential in the county's affairs and had a wide circle of friends here. She was a member of Pleasant Grove Congregational Methodist church.
     Surviving relatives include the following sons and daughters: Mrs. J. O. Preston, of Flovilla; Lawrence and Bryant Maddox and Mrs. Curry Yancey, of Fitzgerald; Tommie Maddox, of Macon. She is also survived by several grandchildren and one sister, Mrs. J. F. McMichael, of Jackson.
     The body was taken to Macedonia church for funeral services Sunday morning at 11 o'clock. Dr. McAfee, of Florida, a guest at the Indian Springs camp ground, conducted the rites in the presence of a large gathering of relatives and friends. The floral tributes were numerous and beautiful. Interment was in the Macedonia cemetery.

Maddox, Seaborn Whitfield
  The Jackson Progress-Argus March 16, 1928
Mr. S. W. Maddox Claimed By Death.
     Following an operation Saturday morning at the Georgia Baptist Hospital in Atlanta, Mr. Seaborn W. Maddox, 36 years of age, one of Jackson's best known young business men, died Monday afternoon at 12:30 o'clock. News of his death brought sincere sorrow to a wide circle of friends over the county.
     He had been unwell for sometime, and went to Atlanta last week for treatment and an operation. He apparently rallied from the operation, but complications developed and he sank rapidly until the end came shortly after noon on Monday.
     Mr. Maddox was born and reared in Butts county, and for several years had been actively identified with the business life of the community. For a number of years he followed the drug business, having been connected with several firms in Jackson. Later he engaged in the grocery business and operated the Maddox Grocery Company, which he later sold to accept a position as a traveling salesman. Recently he had been connected with the Allen Grocery Company. Mr. Maddox was recognized as one of the best salesmen ever to serve the public of Butts county.
     When war was declared against Germany in 1917, Mr. Maddox was in the first detachment to leave Butts county. Mr. Maddox, the late Mr. James W. Finley, killed in action in France, and Mr. Victor Carmichael, made up the first detail to represent Butts county at Camp Gordon. He saw overseas service, serving faithfully until the armistice was signed. Upon his discharge he returned home and entered business.
     Mr. Maddox was a member of the Methodist church. He had a very large number of friends and was admired for his sterling character and upright dealings. He was a son of Mrs. Ola Maddox and the late Mr. W. H. Maddox, pioneer resident of the county.
     He is survived by his wife, who was Miss Mattie Duffy before marriage, a daughter, Miss Martha Maddox, and a son, Seaborn Maddox, Jr.; his mother, Mrs. Ola Maddox, five sisters, Mrs. W. M. Bond, Mrs. C. C. Jinks, Mrs. Ray Cook, of Jackson, Mrs. Joe Mclean, and Miss Lilla Mae Maddox, of Atlanta; one brother, Elvin Maddox, of Jackson. Funeral services were held at the Jackson Methodist church Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock and many friends gathered for a final tribute of respect. The services were in charge of Rev. Augustus Ernest and the love and esteem of relatives and friends was attested by the lovely floral offerings. Impermanent was in the Cedar Rock cemetery beside his father.
     
Maddox, Stancil L.
Jackson Progress Argus, January 11, 1945
Stancil Maddox Killed Dec. 14 with U. S. Army
Parents Notified of Casualty Last Week. Been in Service Two Years and Overseas Since October.
     Mr. and Mrs. G. C. Maddox of Jackson were notified last week by the War Department of the death in action in France December 14 of their son, Sergeant Stancil L. Maddox.
     Sergeant Maddox, who had been in service since 1942 and trainee at various camps in the States, had been overseas since October. Upon arrival in England he talked over the telephone with this brother, S/Sgt. Marvin N. Maddox, then in a hospital in London. In November Sergeant Maddox went to France and took part in the active fighting on the western front. He was a member of Company I 347th Infantry.
     Born November 17, 1922, he attended the schools here and was graduated from the Jackson High school in the class of 1940. Before entering the armed forces he was employed as a bookkeeper for Dinkins and Davidson Hardware Co. in Atlanta.
     Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. G. C. Maddox of Jackson; three sisters, Mrs. J. P. Pickett of Jackson; Miss Mozelle Maddox of Macon and Mrs. Jimmie Earnhart of Austell; six brothers, Lawrence Maddox, Atlanta; Sgt. Randle W. Maddox, USAC, Luke Field, Arizona; S/Sgt. Marvin N. Maddox, USA, Finney General Hospital, Thomasville; S/Sgt. Rebon S. Maddox, USA, Valley Forge General Hospital, Phoenixville, Pa.; Levie Maddox, Jaxckson and Cecil M. Maddox, S 1/c US Navy, serving in New Guinea.

Maddox, Tennella Vaughn
Jackson Progress Argus 01 Dec 1966
Old Bethel Rites Friday For Mrs. Lewis N. Maddox
     Funeral services were conducted Friday afternoon at two o'clock from the Old Bethel Primitive Baptist Church for Mrs. Lewis N. Maddox, 81, of Route 4, Jackson, who died early Thursday morning at Sylvan Grove Hospital.
     Mrs. Maddox, the former Miss Tennella Vaughn, was a life long resident of Butts County and a member of the Providence Congregational Methodist Church. She was the daughter of Mr. Victor Moses Vaughn and Mrs. Nancy King Vaughn.
     The Rev. Wilson Nida and the Rev. Frank Smith officiated with interment in the church cemetery. Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Maddox is survived by her husband, Lewis N. Maddox; four daughters, Mrs. Ben Niblett, Mrs. Travis Pritchett, both of Jackson; Mrs. Robert Taylor and Mrs. Jesse Gibson, both of Griffin; four sons, Lee Maddox of Jackson; Wade Maddox, Wilmer Maddox, Hugh Maddox, all of Griffin; one sister, Mrs. A. G. Brown of Jackson; a brother, DeWitt Vaughn of Oak Town, Ind.; 18 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were the grandsons.
     
Maddox, Thomas Carter
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Jan 1972
T. E. Maddox Rites Here On Tuesday
     Mr. Thomas Carter Maddox, 79, of 2301 Nottingham Drive, Columbus, died at 4:55 o'clock Sunday morning, January 16th, in the St. Francis Hospital, Columbus, after a long period of declining health.
     Mr. Maddox was born November 26, 1892 in Butts County to the late Mr. Lucian Maddox and Mrs. Susannah Cole Maddox, both of Butts County. Mr. Maddox had been a former resident of Jackson but made his home in Macon most of his life. He was a retired employee of Central of Georgia Railroad and was a member of the First Street United Methodist Church in Macon.
     Funeral services were conducted Tuesday at two o'clock from the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with Rev. S. L. Mayo and Rev. A. W. Ray officiating. Interment was in Cedar Rock Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Maddox is survived by a son, William L. Maddox of Columbus; a grandson, Capt. William L. Maddox, Jr. of Mineral Wells, Texas; a granddaughter, Miss Cathy Maddox of Columbus; several nieces and nephews.

Maddox, Thomas Claude
  The Jackson Progress-Argus July 13, 1972
T. C. Maddox Was Buried At Macedonia.
     Graveside services were held Wednesday afternoon, July 9th, at four o'clock in Macedonia Baptist church Cemetery for Mr. Thomas Claude Maddox, 87, who died Tuesday afternoon, July 4th, at Westbury Medical Care Home in Jenkinsburg where he had been a guest for about six years.
     A retired farmer and lifelong resident of Butts County, Mr. Maddox was born February 15, 1885 in Butts county, the son of the late Charles Maddox and Mrs. Sara Frances Harper Maddox. Mr. Maddox resided for a long number of years in the Giles Ferry Community and was a member of the Pleasant Grove Congregational Methodist Church.
     Rev. Jimmy Landrum, pastor, officiated at the graveside service. Interment was in the church cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Maddox is survived by one sister, Mrs. Ray Patrick Sr., of McDonough, several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Doyle Patrick, James Thompson, Franklin Duke, Emory Duke, Billy Long and Jack Burns.

Maddox, Turman Beaman
  The Jackson Progress-Argus October 12, 1928
Death Called To Mr. T. B. Maddox Saturday.
     Following a period of ill health extending over several months and a critical illness of a week. Mr. T. B. Maddox, 72 years of age, died at his home near Fincherville Saturday night at 7 o'clock. In the passing of Mr. Maddox the county looses one of its best known and most highly respected citizens.
     He was born and reared in Butts county and was connected with a pioneer family that has played an influential part in the county's growth and progress. Mr. Maddox was a successful farmer and man of affairs. He was a brother of the late Mr. Joe Maddox and A. H. Maddox. He was regarded as a man of upright and honorable dealings and had the respect and confidence of a host of friends,
     He is survived by four daughters, Mrs. F. R. Daniel, of Burtum, Texas; Mrs. A. J. Maddox, of Porterdale; Mrs. B. B. Vaughn and Mrs. G. C. O'Neal, both of Jackson; six sons, Messrs. D. C. Maddox, of Eva, Ala.; M. D. Maddox, of Round Rock, Texas; W. H. Maddox, of Eastman, Ga.; J. H. Maddox, of Jackson; J. C. Maddox, of Columbus, Ga.; and J. B. Maddox, United States Navy; one sister, Mrs. O. H. Knowles, of Jackson. He is also survived by a number of grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were held Tuesday morning at Sardis church, with interment in the family lot in the churchyard. The services were conducted by Rev. M. Wilson, of Woodbury. The pallbearers were his nephews, C. E. Maddox, D. C. Maddox, G. C. Maddox, J. O. Maddox, A. O. Knowles and R. C. Knowles
Maddox, Victor L.
  The Jackson Argus April 19, 1901
Card of Thanks.
Editor Argus:
     We wish to thank our many kind friends and attentive neighbors, one and all, for the favors and the many kindnesses shown us during the illness of dear Victor. If we never have the opportunity to favor you hear on earth, we hope you will be rewarded in heaven and be able to join hands with us in paradise, where Victor is awaiting us. And, to, wish to thank our many friends for their sweet consoling letters received since Victor's death.
Mr. and Mrs. I. H. Maddox.

Maddox, Victor L.
Jackson Progress Argus 06 May 1943
Victor L. Maddox Drowns When Car Missed Bridge
Thomaston Resident Was Enroute Home When Accident Occurred. Was Born and Reared Here
     Victor L. Maddox, 41 years of age, employee of the Goodyear Mills at Silvertown, was drowned Tuesday afternoon at 2:30 while returning home from Porterdale when his car missed the bridge at Hendricks Mill and plunged into Tussahaw Creek.
     With him in the car were a sister and brother but they both escaped with minor injuries.
     Mr. Maddox, driver of the car, was pinned beneath the steering wheel and was drowned in several feet of water.
     Fishermen at the scene helped remove the body and notified officers, here of the accident.
     Born and reared in Butts county, Mr. Maddox was a son of Mrs. Elizabeth Sellers Maddox and the late John W. Maddox. He has resided at Thomaston for sometime and was a member of the Baptist church.
     The group had been to Porterdale to visit relatives and was returning home.
     Survivors include his mother, Mrs. John W. Maddox, of Porterdale; one son, Ira Maddox, U. S. Army; two sisters, Mrs. John W. Maddox of Butts county and Mrs. Tiny Dial of Porterdale; four brothers, C. H. Maddox of Butts county; A. J. Maddox, Porterdale; H. B. Maddox, Covington, and Winston Maddox of Thomaston.
     Funeral arrangements will be announced by Thornton Funeral Homes.
Jackson Progress Argus 13 May 1943
Maddox Funeral Services Held Thursday Afternoon
     Funeral services for Victor L. Maddox, 41, Thomaston resident, who was drowned at Hendricks bridge May 4 when his automobile missed the highway and plunged into the creek, were held at Worthville Baptist church May 6 with Rev. J. B. Stodghill officiating. The pallbearers were Clarence Hughes, Sercy Wise, Davis Pope, Robert McGibony,
Lewis Jackson, Hughlon Cook.
     Burial was in the Methodist church cemetery at Worthville with Thornton Funeral Home directing arrangements.

Maddox, Virginia Catherine (Ginny) Tillery
Jackson Progress Argus 22 Feb 1984
     Mrs. Virginia Catherine (Ginny) Tillery Maddox, 58, of 436 East Freeman st., Jackson died Thursday afternoon at Sylvan Grove Hospital after an extended illness.
     She was born in Butts County, daughter of the late Lon Tillery and the late Mrs. Leila Tillery. She was a member of the Jackson United Methodist Church.
     Survivors include her husband, John Robert Maddox; son, David Maddox of Gainesv ille; nephew and foster son Teddy Tillery; daughter, Monique Maddox of Jackson; five grandchildren Durke Harris, of Jacksson, John Maddox of Cleveland Tenn., Molly Maddox Georgia Ann Maddox and Liev Maddox an of Gainesville, Ga.; brothers, Clayton Tillery of Jaokson; Marvin Tillery of Macon and Otis Tillery of Orangeburg, S. C.; sisters Margarette Thompson of Gainesv ille and Evelyn Lynch of Griffin, several nieces and nephews.
     Services were held Saturday at 3 p. m. in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with the Rev. Bill Coleman officiating. Burial was in the Jackson city cemetery.
     Sherrell Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.
 
Maddox, Walter Albert
  The Jacksonian September 6, 1907
Walter Maddox Dies At His Flovilla Home.
Flovilla, Ga. Sept. 3. (Special)
     Mr. Walter Maddox died here yesterday after a long illness of typhoid fever. Mr. Maddox leaves a wife and two small children. He was a member of the Methodist church. He was about 30 years of age.
Atlanta Journal.
 
Maddox, Walter Isaac
Jackson Progress Argus 30 Aug 1951
Funeral Monday For W. I. Maddox
     Funeral services for Walter Isaac Maddox, 57, native of Jackson but for 25 years a textile worker at Experiment, who died at his home Friday night, were held Monday at 5 p. m. at DeVotie Baptist church. The Rev. Gordon Wood and the Rev. Sam Britt officiated and burial was in Oak Hill cemetery.
     Mr. Maddox was a member of the Pepperton Baptist church. He is survived by his wife; Mrs. Herman Hutchinson Maddox; mother, Mrs. Lucy Berry Maddox; three sons, Sgt. Winford W. Maddox, McDill Florida; Sgt. Willis, M. Maddox, Brooks Field, Texas, and James F. Maddox, Griffin; one sister, Mrs. George King of Jackson; a brother, James Maddox of Jackson; three grandchildren.

Maddox, William Edwin
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Jun 1955
Service Sunday For William E. Maddox
     Funeral services for William Edwin Maddox, 64, who died Friday afternoon at his home in Pepperton, were held Sunday afternoon at three o'clock at the Pepperton Baptist Church with the Rev. W. L. Lawrence officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery .
     Mr. Maddox, a native of Butts county, was a former superintendent of the water works at Jackson and served efficiently and faithfully in that capacity for several years.
     The son of John Clark Maddox and Mrs. Ludie Sellers Maddox, Mr. Maddox was a veteran of World War I. His death followed a lengthy illness and a period of long inactivity. Pallbearers were George Boyd, James Lawton, Ezra Powell, Marion Mayo, Jack Phillips, Billy Lawton. Peacock &. Ball Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
     Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Janie Powell Maddox; four sons, John Robert Maddox, US Army, Germany; William Maddox, Atlanta; Irvin Maddox, US Army, Okinawa; Marvin Maddox, US Army, Florida; one daughter, Mrs. Talmadge Hobbs, Jackson; one brother, Robert Lee Maddox, Greenwood, S. C.; four sisters, Mrs. Dock Boyd, Jenkinsburg; Mrs. J. H. Norris, Atlanta; Mrs. Smith Price, Carrollton; Mrs. R. L. Lawton, Jackson; five grandchildren.

Maddox, William Glen
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Jun 1992
     William Glen Maddox, born Sept, 21, 1004, of 874
Brookwood Ave., Jackson, died Tuesday, June 16 at Georgia Baptist Hospital in Atlanta.
     Funeral services were conducted Wednesday afternoon in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with Rev. Den Wright officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mr. Maddox was born in Spalding County to Marvin N. (Bill) Maddox and the late Roslyn O'Neal Maddox. He was a 1972 graduate of Jackson High School and attended Georgia State University, he had been a bartender in Atlanta for several years.
     He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Jackson.
     Survivors include his father, sister Linda M. Wall, and niece Betsi Books, all of Jackson; grandmother Bessie Mae O'Neal of Marietta; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
     Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Maddox, William Harvey
Jackson Progress Argus 24 May 1973
Heart Attack Claims W. H. Maddox
     Mr. William Harvey Maddox, 85, widely known Jackson resident, died unexpectedly early Thursday afternoon, May 17th, at his home at 500 West Third Street. Mr. Maddox was working in his garden when stricken with a fatal heart attack. He was rushed to a doctor's office by ambulance where he was pronounced dead on arrival.
     Born in Henry County on September 19, 1887, he was the son of the late Mr. William Henry Maddox and Mrs. Lucy Jane Lee Maddox, both of Butts County. Mr. Maddox retired 12 years ago where he worked in a Supervisory capacity for a long number of years. He was a member and deacon emeritus of the First Baptist Church of Jackson. Mr. Maddox was a member of St. John's Lodge No. 45, F&AM. A gardener of exceptional talent and success, Mr. Maddox enjoyed his hobby to the fullest and was generous in dividing his harvest with neighbors and friends.
     Graveside services were conducted Friday afternoon at four o'clock from the Jackson
City Cemetery with Rev. Don. Folsom, pastor of the First Baptist Church, and Rev. Donald Gray, pastor of the Jackson United Methodist Church, officiating. Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Maddox is survived by his wife, Mrs. Clyde M. Maddox of Jackson; one daughter, Mrs. W. O. Ball of Jackson; one son, Stewart L. Maddox of Atlanta; two grandchildren, Henry Ball of Atlanta and Mrs. Robert McCrary of Augusta; four great-grandchildren; a niece, Mrs. C, L. Cope of Decatur.

Maddox, William Henry, Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 15 Aug 1930
Death Summons Comes to W. H. Maddox, Sr.
     The death of Mr. William H. Maddox, Sr., one of Butts county's best known citizens, occurred Tuesday night at 11 o'clock at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Z. M. Leverette, in Swainsboro. He had been in declining health for several months but recently his condition was thought to be improved and two weeks ago he accompanied Mrs. Leverette to Swainsboro for a visit.
     Mr. Maddox was born and grew to maturity in Butts county, being connected with one of this section's pioneer families. He was a son of the late Mr. Asbury Maddox and Mrs. Caroline Beauchamp Maddox. For some time Mr. Maddox was engaged in farming and conducted a general store near Woodstown. He moved to Jackson a good many years ago and had made his home here since.
     He was a man who enjoyed the confidence, trust and esteem of all his associates and was admired for his sterling qualities of character, honesty and integrity. He had a very wide circle of friends who are deeply grieved to know of his passing. Mr. Maddox was a devoted member of the Baptist church and lived a life of usefulness and service. On account of his health Mr. Maddox had retired from active business, though he still retained an interest in affairs about him.
     Mr. Maddox is survived by one son, Mr. W. H. Maddox, Jr., of Jackson; two daughters, Mrs. Z. M. Leverette, of Swainsboro; Mrs. H. H. Hooten, of Atlanta; three grandchildren, Miss Ruth Maddox, Stewart Lee Maddox and Miss Jane Leverette; two brothers, G. L. Maddox, of Atlanta, and M. S. Maddox, of Jackson; one sister, Mrs. Will Goodson, of Atlanta. His wife, Mrs. Lucy Lee Maddox, died several years ago.
     The body was brought to Jackson Wednesday afternoon and carried to the home on West Third street. Funeral services were held Thursday morning at 11 o'clock at Sardis church, with Rev. Thomas M. Callaway, of the First Baptist church officiating. The pallbearers, deacons of the First Baptist church were R. P. Newton, L. P. McKibben, T.
A. Nutt, H. L. Alen, Paul Tyler and J. C. Kimbell. Relatives and friends attested their love and esteem through lovely floral offerings. Interment was in the family lot in the church cemetery.

Maddox, William Reid
Jackson Progress Argus 01 May 1952
Reid Maddox Is Called By Death
     Reid Maddox, native of Iron Springs but a resident of Monroe county for several years, died at his home in Forsyth Friday night.
     Mr. Maddox was a son of Mrs. John L. Maddox and late Mr. Maddox, connected with pioneer Butts county families. He was the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Asbury Maddox, among the early settlers of the county.
     In Forsyth Mr. Maddox was engaged in farming and operated a mercantile business. For a long number of years he was connected with the Georgia Power Company. He was a member of the Baptist church.
     Survivors are his mother and three sisters, Mrs. J. F. Heard, Mrs., M. R. Baer and Mrs. Exie Hamlin, all of Forsyth, and a twin brother, J. Wright Maddox of Jackson.
     Funeral services were held at the home Sunday at 3 p. m. and Dr. P, E. Davis of Bessie Tift College officiated. Burial was in the Forsyth cemetery with Ash-Wilder Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Maddox, Willie Thelma
  Butts County Progress July 7, 1916
Willie Thelma Maddox passed away Thursday.
     Mr. and Mrs. G. C. Maddox have the sympathy of their many friends in the death of their eighteen-months-old daughter, Willie Thelma, which occurred at their home at 5 o'clock Thursday afternoon of last week. The child had been sick only a short time, death being due to dysentery. Besides the parents, little Willie Thelma is survived by four brothers and sisters.
     The funeral took place at Sardis church Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock, and Rev. Jas. Fincher conducted the services. Interment was in the Sardis cemetery.
  
Maddox, Wilmer
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Sep 1979
Maddox Rites Held Tuesday
     Funeral services for Mr. Wilmer Maddox, of 1305 Lucky St., Griffin, were held Tuesday afternoon at 1 o'clock from McDonald's Chapel. The Rev. W. R. Jones officiated and burial was in the Oak Hill Cemetery.
     A native of Monroe County, Mr. Maddox was the son of the late Lewis N. Maddox and the late Tenella Vaughn Maddox. He had lived in Griffin for 41 years and was a member of the Providence Baptist Church. He was a retired carpenter.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Emma Jewel Padgett Maddox; two daughters, Mrs. Betty Jo Pitts of Griffin and Mrs. Joyce Russell of Milner; two sons, James Edward Maddox of Griffin and the Rev. Eugene Maddox of Zebulon; four sisters, Mrs. Julia Niblett and Mrs. Georgia Pritchett, both of Jackson, Mrs. Nell Gibson of Orchard Hill and Mrs. Ruth Taylor of Griffin; three brothers, Lee Maddox of Jackson, Hugh Maddox and Wade Maddox, both of Griffin; 14 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.

Maddox, Winford Walker
Jackson Progress Argus 12 Dec 1963
W. W. Maddox Died of Heart Attack Tuesday
     Mr. Winford Walker Maddox, 40, of 1123 Drewry Lane, Griffin, native of Butts County, died of an apparent heart attack at his home early Tuesday morning.
     Mr. Maddox was a representative of Metropolitan Insurance Company in Griffin. He is son of the late Walter I. Maddox and Mrs. Herman Lucile Maddox.
     He served 21 1/2 years in the U. S. Army Air Force. Mr. Maddox retired two years ago and was a master sergeant. He was a member of the Oak Hill Baptist Church.
     Funeral services will be conducted Thursday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock from the Oak Hill Baptist Church with the Rev. Robert M. Lloyd officiating. Burial will be in Oak Hill cemetery with full military honors.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Lillie Dell Bond Maddox; one daughter, Miss Cindy Maddox of Griffin; his mother, Mrs. Herman Maddox of Experiment; brother, Willis Maddox of Hot Springs, Arkansas.

Maddox, Winnie Jane
Jackson Progress Argus 10 Jun 1965
Miss Maddox Buried Here On Tuesday
     Graveside services for Miss Winnie Jane Maddox, 78, were conducted Tuesday afternoon at four o'clock from the Jackson City Cemetery with the Rev. Marvin Brewer, pastor of the Jackson Methodist Church, officiating. Haisten Funeral Horne was in charge of arrangements.
     Miss Maddox, daughter of the late Charles S. Maddox and Mrs. Mary Lou Ponder Maddox, died late Sunday night. A native of Monroe County, she was a bookkeeper and accountant. Miss Maddox was a member of the Providence Congregational Methodist Church in Monroe County.
     She is survived by nieces and nephews including Paul Maddox, Charles Brownlee, Forrest Maddox, Franklin Maddox, Mrs. C. E. McMichael, Mrs. N. A. Powell, all of Butts County; Mrs. T. F. Freeman of Forsyth, Mrs. A. H. Caldwell of Griffin, Mrs. Charles Gardner and Mrs. Howard Capps, both of Atlanta; A. V. Maddox of Corbin, Ky.
     Pallbearers were Charles McMichael, Mike Allen, Albert Maddox, P. H. Weaver, Ennis O'Neal, and Charles Brownlee.

Maddox, Woodrow
Jackson Progress Argus 22 Apr 1942
Woodrow Maddox Electrocuted By High Volt Wire
Coroner's Jury Returns a Verdict of Suicide, Member of Widely . Family Funeral Plans Later
     Woodrow Maddox, 28-year-old son of Mr. M. S. Maddox and the late Mrs. Lilia McDaniel Maddox met instant death Wednesday morning when he climbed a pole and grabbed a 4,400 voltage wire on the Southern Railway signal system near the Bibb
substation.
     A coroner's jury returned a verdict of suicide.
     The tragedy was revealed when the signal system of the Southern Railway was placed out of commission and investigation disclosed the switch had been pulled when the high voltage wire had been touched.
     Coroner J. M. D. Bond impaneled a jury and the verdict was: "We the. jury summoned to investigate the death of Woodrow Maddox, find that he met his death by climbing an electric power line pole that carried a 4,000 volt load and grabbing the wire, said power line being the property of. the Southern Railroad. We find that he met his death by committing suicide."
     No immediate reason for the tragedy was given.
     Mr. Maddox, an electrician and lineman by profession, had recently been employed by a power company in North Carolina and returned home only a week ago. He was born and reared in Butts county and was a member of widely known families.
     Pending the arrival of out-of-town relatives funeral plans have not been announced.
     Surviving are his father, Mr. M. S. Maddox; five brothers, J. Watts. Maddox, Corbin, Ky.; Arthur, Detriot, Mich.; Frank, Covington; Sam and Byron of Jackson; three sisters, Mrs. Louis A. Martin, Jackson; Mrs. James Jackson and Mrs. Marjorie Jackson, both of Miami, Fla.

Jackson Progress Argus 30 Apr 1942
Last Rites Held Saturday for Woodrow Maddox
     Graveside services for Woodrow Maddox, 28 years of age, whose death occurred Wednesday, April 22, were held Saturday afternoon at 3 o'clock at the Watkins cemetery on the Watkins Park and Pool Road. The Rev. Z. M. Leverette officiated and burial was in the family lot, with Thornton Funeral Homes in charge of arrangement
     The pallbearers were, O. E. Smith,; Wright Maddox, Pratt Smith, Paul Lemon, Walter Smith and J. R. Pulliam.
     Mr. Maddox is survived by his father, Mr. M. S. Maddox; five brothers, Watts of Corbin, Ky.; Arthur of Detroit, Mich.; Frank of Covington, and Sam and Byron Maddox of Jackson; three sisters, Mrs. Louis A. Martin of Jackson; Mrs. James Jackson and Mrs. Marjorie Jackson of Miami, Fla.

Maddux, Bernice Higgins
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Feb 1987
     Bernice Higgins Maddux died Feb. 4 at Sylvan Grove Hospital in Jackson following an illness of several months.
     The funeral was held Thursday at 3 p.m. in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with the Rev. Mack Tribble officiating. Burial was in the Flovilla cemetery.
     Pallbearers were Billy Leverette, Tommy Higgins, Andrew Leverette, McKibben White, Wilmer White, Frank Moore, and W. E. Mayfield.
     Mrs. Maddux was born in Butts County, daughter of the late Thomas Woodie Higgins and Annie Lucie Edwards Higgins. She was a graduate of Jackson High School and earned her teaching degree at the University of Georgia. She taught school eight years in Columbus and four years in
     Mrs. Maddux, lived in Detroit, Mich., 45 years and moved several months ago to Butts County where she was a patient at Westbury Medical Care Home. While living in Detroit she attended Central Baptist/Church where she was. pianist for 26 years. She was a member of the Pleasant Grove Congregational Methodist Church in Butts County.
     Survivors include two nephews, Tommy Higgins of Athens, Ga., and Peter Higgins of Singapore, and several cousins.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Maddux, C. H.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus May 7, 1926
Mangled Body Is Found By Track.
White man identified as C. H. Maddux, of Atlanta. Inquest held and body taken to Atlanta.
     The body of Mr. C. H. Maddux, aged 40, of Atlanta, was found beside the Southern Railway tracks at Cork Saturday morning. The body was badly mangled, one leg having been cut off and the head crushed and bruised. He was identified by papers found on the body.
     An inquest was held and the body was taken to Macon. A brother of the dead man was notified and he took the body back to Atlanta for burial.
     Just how the accident happened is not known, but it is supposed that Maddux fell off the train and that the cars passed over his body.
  
Maddux, Charles L.
Jackson Progress-Argus ep 28, 1939
Charles L. Maddux Claimed by Death
     The death of Mr. Charles Lunsford Maddux, 77 years of age, one of the county's best known citizens occurred at noon Wednesday at the Strickland Memorial hospital. Death resulted from injuries suffered in a fall a few days before at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Grady Brooks, residing on the Mrs. S. A. Biles, place near Jackson. The fall fractured a hip and complications developed that hastened death.
     With the exception of a few years residence in Hapeville and Atlanta, Mr. Maddux was a lifelong resident of Butts county. He was a son of the late J. C. Maddux and Mrs. Minerva Lemon Maddux, pioneer settlers in this section. He was a successful farmer until failing health forced him to give up active business duties. He was a member of the Kirkwood Methodist church in Atlanta. For the past year or two Mr. Maddux had lived with Mr. and Mrs. Brooks. He was a man of sterling integrity and was held in high esteem by all with whom he associated.
     He is survived by four sons, F. T. Maddux, of Detroit; W. R., of Live Oak, Fla.; W. M., of Atlanta, and B. F. Maddux, of Hapeville; two daughters, Mrs. T. G. Brooks, of Jackson, and Mrs. M. T. Aycock, of f Atlanta; four brothers, F. C. Maddux, of Flovilla; Emory, of Ashburn; Atticus, of Macon, and Taylor Maddux, of Sycamore; also several grandchildren.
     Funeral services were, held at Stark Methodist church Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock and Rev. G. H. Stone, the pastor, officiated. Interment was in the Maddux cemetery near Lloyd Shoals, with Thornton Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements.

Maddux, Elizabeth Thomas
  The Jackson Argus April 13, 1900
Mrs. Maddux Dies.
     Mrs. Lizzie Maddux, of Worthville, mother of W. T. Maddux, died at the home of her son last Saturday and was buried at Macedonia cemetery on Sunday. The funeral services were conducted by Pastor Wood.
     Mrs. Maddux had been an invalid for a long time. She was an exemplary Christian woman and her death removes a much lived lady.

Maddux, Kitty Minerva Lemon
The Jackson Progress-Argus February 9, 1923
Mrs. Chas. L. Maddux Summoned To Reward.
     Many friends and relatives in Butts county were grieved to learn of the death of Mrs. C. Lunsford Maddux, 55 years of age, which occurred at her home in Hapeville Tuesday, January 30. She had been ill for four months and suffered from a complication of diseases.
     Mrs. Maddux, who was Miss Katie Lemon, before her marriage, was a native of Butts county and the family resided near Jackson until the fall of 1921 when they moved to Hapeville. Mrs. Maddux was highly esteemed by all who knew her. She is survived by her husband, Charles Lunsford Maddux; two daughters, Mrs. T. G. Brooks, of Butts county, and Miss Lillie K. Maddux, of Atlanta, F. T. and W. R. Maddux, of Canton, Ohio, M. M. and B. F. Maddux, of Hapeville. She is also survived by a sister, Mrs. J. R. price, of Berner, and a brother, Mr. Jim Lemon, of River Junction, Fla.
     The body was brought to Jackson and the funeral was held at the family burying ground near the dam Thursday at 12 o'clock, the services being conducted at the grave by Rev. J. E. Cline, of Flovilla. Interment was in the family lot.

Maddux, Sarah Frances Wise
  The Jackson Progress-Argus June 19, 1925
Mrs. Fannie Maddux Claimed By Death.
     After a lingering illness extending over a period of several years, Mrs. Fannie Maddux died Monday night at nine o'clock, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. S. A. Biles, near Jackson.
     Mrs. Maddux was eighty-three years old, was a beautiful Christian character and possessed traits which endeared her to those with whom she came in contact. Although a shut-in on account of injuries sustained in a fall about three years ago, she always radiated sunshine in the home and always warmly welcomed her friends and neighbors.
     Before her marriage, Mrs. Maddux was a Miss Wise, a member of a pioneer Butts Family. She was the widow of the late Mr. Jim Maddux, well known to the older residents of the county. She lived in Flovilla until the death of her husband a number of years ago.
     The funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock at the home of Mrs. Biles, and were in charge of Rev. Charles Kendrick, of Jonesboro Methodist church and grandson-in-law of Mrs. Maddux.
     The interment took place at the Maddux family burying ground near the plant of the Central Georgia Power Co.
     The pallbearers were Messrs. Clyde Redman, Joe McMichael, Boyd McMichael, George Harper, Emory Harper, C. L. Redman.
Many pretty flowers showed the love of friends and relatives for this gentle and lovable woman.
     Mrs. Maddux is survived by one daughter, Mrs. S. A. Biles, five sons, Messrs. Charles Maddux, of Hapeville; F. C. Maddux, of Flovilla; Taylor Maddux, Sycamore; Atticus Maddux, of Macon, and Emory Maddux, of Vienna.

Maddux, John B.
  Middle Georgia Argus March 16, 1886
A Pioneer Gone.
Died at his residence in this county on Sunday 14th inst. Mr. John B. Maddux, aged seventy-nine years.
     Mr. Maddux was born in Hancock county Georgia, and moved to this county in 1823. He settled on the same lot of land on which he died and consequently had lived there sixty-three years.
     While he never made any pretensions to Christianity, he was always known to be upright and honest to the letter. A more charitable spirit never dwelt in a human breast, and the needy were never turned empty away. None knew him but to honor and love. He had long been an honored member of High Falls Lodge of F. and A. Masons, and as a token of their love and respect his remains were taken in charge by the craft and buried with all the rites and solemnities of the order, Elder John Mullin's conducting the funeral. An immense throng of his neighbors and friends followed his remains to their last resting place, and many were the tears shed as friend after friend took their last look at a friend. May he rest in peace.

Maddux, John Earnest
  The Jackson Progress-Argus May 1, 1925
Former Citizen Dies At Home In Hapeville.
     The death of Mr. John E. Maddox, aged 29, until a few weeks ago a resident of Butts county, occurred at his home in Hapeville Monday morning. He was a son of Mr. Charles L. Maddux, the family moving a few years ago to Hapeville to reside. Many friends of the family here regret to learn of his going.
     Surviving Mr. Maddux are his widow and a small daughter; his father, Mr. Charles L. Maddux; four brothers, Messrs. W. R., M. M., B. F., and F. T. Maddux; two sisters, Mrs. T. G. Brooks, of Jackson, and Miss Lillie Maddux.
     Funeral serviced were held at the Maddux cemetery in Butts county Wednesday morning at 11: 30 o'clock.

Maddux, Margaret Vivian Gardner
  The Jackson Progress-Argus July 9, 1926
Mrs. W. A. Maddux Claimed By Reaper.
     Mrs. W. A. Maddux, 48 years of age, died at a hospital in Macon Saturday night at 9:30 o'clock. She had many friends and relatives here who regret to know of her passing.
     Before marriage she was Miss Maggie Gardner, of Flovilla, and spent her girlhood in Butts county. She was a member of the Flovilla Methodist church and was widely beloved.
     Mrs. Maddux is survived by two daughters, Misses Marguerite and Kathleen; her father, Mr. R. C. Gardner, of Flovilla; three sisters, Mrs. R. H. Henderson and Miss Nell Gardner, of Flovilla, Mrs. J. A. Maddux, of Macon, one brother, Leo Gardner, of Sycamore, Ga.
     Funeral services were conducted at the Flovilla cemetery Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock, Rev. W. J. Bryson officiating. Interment was in the churchyard.

Maddux, Walter Roswell
Jackson Progress Argus 31 Jul 1975
Mr. Maddux Dies In Folkston
     Mr. Walter Roswell Maddux of Folkston died Saturday in Folkston after a lengthy illness.
     Mr. Maddux was a native of Butts County, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Maddux.
     Graveside services were held Tuesday afternoon at two o'clock from the Maddux. Cemetery in Butts County with Jacksonville Funeral Home, Jacksonville, Florida, in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Maddux is survived by his wife, Mrs. ZeIla Maddux of Stone Mountain; a daughter, Mrs. Sandra King of Stone Mountain; a son, Larry Maddux of Chicago, Ill.; a brother, B. F. Maddux of Jonesboro; a sister, Mrs. Melvin Aycock of Clarkston; five grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Madison, Robert Brent (Bobby)
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Mar 1986
     Robert Brent (Bobby) Madison, 26, of the Jackson Lake area, Monticello, died Wednesday, March 12, at his residence.
     Mr. Madison, a graduate of Indian Springs Academy, was employed as a lineman for the Floyd S. Pike Electrical Contractors. He was a member of the Monticello Baptist
Church.
     Survivors include his wife, Lisa Greene Madison of Monticello; daughter, Tiffany
Madison of Monticello; son, Robert Brent Madison Jr., of Monticello; mother, Norma
Madison of Monticello; father, Joe Madison of Tucker; sister, Cindy Ross of Monticello;
brothers, Greg, Chip and Andy Madison, all of Monticello; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs.
Loyd McCurry of Abbeville, S.C.
     The funeral was held Friday at 2 p.m. a t Monticello Baptist Church with the Revs. Jim Renault and Stan Patterson officiating. Burial was in the Westview Cemetery in Monticello.
     Pallbearers were Jerry Holland, F r a n k Exell, Bryant Behling, Tim Anglin, Tony
Mathews, Terry McMichael, Bob Kinard, and Gary Anglin.
     Jordan Funeral Home of Monticello was in charge of arrangements.

Maffett, Annie
Jackson Progress Argus 12Aug 1992
     Annie Maffett, 85, of Monroe, died Tuesday, Aug. 4,1992.
     Funeral services were held Thursday, Aug. 6, at the Monroe Church of God with Rev. Ken Young and Rev. Dan Hampton officiating. Interment was in the Hill Haven Cemetery in Monroe.
     Survivors include daughters Mable League, Jonesboro, Doris Milloy, Jacksonville, Fla., Elsie Couch, Monroe and Margaret Mathis, Jackson; sons Frank Maffett, Forest Park and Gerald Maffett, Monroe; sister Bessie Fagan, Winder; 15 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren.
     Meadows Funeral Home Inc. in Monroe was in charge of arrangements.

Magbee, David Gordon
Jackson Progress Argus Sep 1978
Two Killed In Auto Crash Here Thursday
     Traffic fatalities Butts County, which have been on an alarming upswing this year, claimed two more victims as the result of a head-on collision Thursday night on the Keyes Ferry Road.
     David Gordon Magbee, 22, of Conyers, was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident and Ben Vester Shelnutt, 48, of Jackson, died shortly afterwards in the Griffin-Spalding Hospital from critical injuries sustained in the wreck.
     Allen Bennett Jones, 23, of Jackson, was badly injured in the accident and hospitalized at Jackson's Sylvan Grove Hospital.
     The accident occurred when the two vehicles collided head-on on a curve on the Keyes Ferry Road, 8.4 miles east of Jackson.
     Officers from the Griffin State Patrol office, who investigated the accident along with the Butts County Sheriff's Department, reported that one of the deceased drivers reportedly rounded the curve at a high rate of speed on the wrong side of the road.
     The fatalities bring the death toll to 36 this year in Griffin State Patrol's three-county area.
                    
Mahone, Eloise
  The Jackson Argus October 4, 1895
In Memory of Miss Eloise Mahone.
     When the wires conveyed the sad intelligence of the serious illness of Eloise Mahone, the lovely sister of Mrs. John Crawley, we anxiously awaited information which would confirm or allay our apprehension.
     Typhoid fever claimed her for its victim, and numbered her among the many who have succumbed to its power.
     Eloise was not unknown in Jackson, having spent several months of the past year in our community. Beautiful in person, attractive in manners, lovely in character, she made a most pleasing impression upon every one with whom she associated.
     To all her natural charms she added a Christian spirit. She was converted at a meeting in Lochopeka, Alabama, having manifested much interest in a meeting conducted by Mr. Cary at the Methodist church of this place.
     She was not afraid of the monster death, but repeatedly asserted that she longed to go to Heaven, where she should meet her Savior, and her father, who so lately preceded her to the better land.
     May God comfort the family of the lovely girl, and while passing under the rod may His grace sustain them.
"Where the glory brightly dwellieth,
Where the new song sweetly swellieth,
And the discord never comes;
Where life's stream is never laving
And the palm is ever waving,
That must be the home of homes."

Mahone, Jim
Jackson Progress Argus 19 May 1933
Mr. Jim Mahone Passes at His Home in Alabama
     Friends and relatives here were grieved to learn of the death of Mr. Jim Mahone, aged about 53, which occurred Monday afternoon at his home in Loachapoka, Ala. Death came suddenly, the message received here stated.
     Mr. Mahone was a former well known resident of Jackson. While here he was engaged in business and is remembered by many of the people of the county. He has been residing in Alabama for several years.
     He is survived by his wife and two children; one brother, Mr. John Mahone, of Jacksonville, Fla.; two sisters, Mrs. Annie Webb, of Jackson, and Mrs. Minnie Brown, of Locust Grove.
     Funeral services were held Wednesday and among those from here attending the services were Mrs. Annie Webb, Mrs. Minnie Brown and Marvin Brown.

Maisel, Harold A.
Jackson Progress Argus 01 Dec 1977
Harold,Maisel Died Nov. 23 Mobile
     Harold A. Maisel, 62, formerly Jackson industrialist died at his home in Mobile, Ala. on November 23rd. He had resided in Mobile since his retirement from active business in 1975.
     Mr. Maisel was the founder of the KYM Company, of Jackson manufacturer of men's trousers and served president until he retired.
     A native of Newark, New Jersey, he was born October 18, 1915. He graduated from public schools of Belfast, Maine and attended the University of Alabama. He was a veteran of World War II serving in the U.S. Navy.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Ethel M. Maisel; three daughters, Mrs. C. S. Kiang, of Boulder, Colorado; Mrs. Robin Marks, of Houston, Texas, and Mrs. Robert Picard of Newark, Ohio.

MaLaier, Estelle Carmichael
Jackson Progress Argus
Graveside Rites Here Monday For Mrs. MaLaier
     One of Butts County's eldest natives and a widely known former resident, Mrs. Estelle Carmichael MaLaier, 94, of Knoxville, Tenn., died Sunday afternoon in Knoxville following a period of declining health. She was the widow of Mr. W. F. MaLaier.
     Mrs. MaLaier was the daughter of the late Mr. David Carmichael and Mrs. Mollie Watkins Carmichael prominent citizens of another era. She was a member of the Jackson Methodist Church and was active in many civic club affairs while a resident of Jackson.
     Graveside services were held Monday afternoon at four o'clock at the Jackson City Cemetery with Rev. Charles F. Stevens, pastor of Pleasant Grove Methodist Church, officiating.
     Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs.MaLaier is survived by a niece, Mrs. Hulon Thornton Sr. of Crystal River, Fla. and a grand nephew, Hulon Thornton Jr. of Knoxville, Tenn.

Malaier, Mary
Mrs. Mary Malaier Is Taken by Grim Reaper
Jackson Progress Argus Feb 20 1931
     The death of Mrs. Mary Malaier, widow of the late Mr. J. Hope Malaier, well known Spalding county citizen, occurred Thursday night at the home of her son, Mr. John Malaier in Cordele. Funeral services were held at Sunnyside Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock, with Rev. Joseph W. Lee officiating.
     She is survived by two daughters Mrs. Emma Skinner, of Starrsville, and Mrs. W. N. Blake, of Mansfield; two sons, Mr. John H. Malaier, of Cordele and Mr. George S. Malaier, of Marietta. Mr. W. F. Malaier, of Jackson, was a step-son, and friends of Mr. and Mrs. Malaier sympathize with them in their sorrow.
     Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Malaier, Mrs. J. M. Leach and Mr. D. C. Leach, of Jackson, attended the funeral Friday afternoon.

Malcolm, Jewell Mildred Colwell
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Nov 1983
     Mrs. Jewell Mildred Colwell Malcolm, of 616 Hardendorf Ave., NE, Atlanta, died early Friday morning at Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta.
     A native of Butts county, Mrs. Malcolm was the daughter of the late Abner Harrison Colwell and Clyde Evans Colwell. She was a member of Druid Hills Baptist Church in Atlanta and was a retired employee of Rich's Department Store.
     Survivors include her husband, Thomas H. Malcolm; daughter, Peggy Malcolm of Atlanta; sister, Lois Colwell of Jackson; niece, Mary Ann Hunt of Atlanta.
     Graveside services were conducted Sunday at 3 p.m. at the Jackson city cemetery with Dr. Harold Zwald and the Rev. Bill O'Conner officiating.
     Pallbearers were Duvall Patrick, Ralph Evans, Candler Webb, M. L. Powell, Gene Cooper, and Boyce Coker.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Malcolm, Thomas Henry
Jackson Progress Argus 04 Mar 1992
     Mr. Thomas Henry Malcolm, 85, of 1110 West Poplar Street in Griffin died Saturday at Emory University Hospital in Atlanta following a weeklong illness.
     Graveside services were held Tuesday in Jackson City Cemetery, with the Rev. Danny Hughes officiating.
     Mr. Malcolm was born in Monroe, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Lovett Malcom.
     He was the husband of the late Jewell Mildred Colwell Malcolm, a native of Butts County. They lived in Atlanta for many years. After his wife's death he moved to Griffin to be near his daughter.
     A veteran of World War II, Mr. Malcolm served in the U.S. Army. He was a member of Druid Hills Baptist Church in Atlanta where he served as an usher for many years. Mr. Malcolm was employed as a salesman for the Walthour-Hood Sporting Goods Company in Atlanta for over 20 years before his retirement.
     Survivors include his daughter, Peggy Malcolm Taylor of Griffin; sisters, Runelle Cooper, Rose Coker, Luelle Hancock, Sara Cooper, and Rebecca Witcher, all of Monroe, and Carolyn Ward of Barstow, Calif.; brothers, Elmer Malcom and George Malcom, both of Monroe, and Harry Malcom of Eatonton; sister-in-law, Lois Colwell of Jackson; and niece, Mary Ann Hunt of Stockbridge.
     Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Malcom, Lillie Mae Aaron
Jackson Progress Argus 16 May 1984
     Mrs. Lillie Mae Aaron Malcom, 84, of Forrest Avenue, Social Circle, died early Sunday morning at Doctors Hospital in Tucker following a lengthy illness.
     Mrs. Malcom had been residing in Locust Grove since November 1983 with her daughter, Betty, and son-in-law, the Rev. George Malcom, pastor of Liberty Baptist Church in Butts County. She was a member of High Shoals Baptist Church in Walton County.
     Survivors include five daughters, Mary Frances McDaniel of Athens, Rosa Lee Stone of Bostwick, Betty Malcom of Locust Grove, Barbara Crocker of Marietta, and Nellie Williamson of Monticello; sons, Edward L. Aaron of Winder, Charles W. Aaron of Stone Mountain, and Eugene Aaron of Locust Grove; 38 grandchildren; several great- grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
     Services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at High Shoals Baptist Church with the Rev. Joe C. Dickens and the Rev. Carlton Shelton officiating. Burial was in the High Shoals Holiness Cemetery.
     Pallbearers were Gary Griffin, Rocky Williamson, Charles Aaron Jr., Dala Griffin, Mike Griffin, James Aaron, Chet Williamson, and Mark Aaron.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Malier, Mrs.
The Jackson Argus August 15, 1902
     Mrs. Malier, whose serious illness was mentioned in last week's Argus, passed away last Saturday, surrounded by loved ones and friends. What desolation in the hearts and home when God calls away the loving mother! No one can fill her place, and although time can soften the grief there is made a void in the hearts of the dear ones left behind, which can never be filled. May He comfort in this sore bereavement. The remains were taken to Zebulon, her old home, for interment. The Argus extends its heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved ones.

Mallary, Mrs.
  The Jackson Argus February 1, 1901
     The many friends of Messrs. E. Y. and Frank Mallary sorrow with them in the death of their good mother, which occurred in Macon yesterday. Mrs. Mallary has written a number of very helpful religious books, and through her children she will continue to be a blessing to mankind.

Mallet, Emily Jane Ham
Jackson Progress Argus 16 May 1990
     Emily Jane Ham Mallet, 104, formerly of North Mulberry Street in Jackson, died Monday at Sylvan Grove Hospital.
     The funeral was conducted Wednesday, May 16, in the chapel of Jackson United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Mack Tribble officiating. Burial was in the Mallet Lot in Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mrs. Mallet, who resided at Hilltop Nursing Home for several years, was born in Butts County in 1885. She was the daughter of Judge John Howard Ham and the former Nannie Olive McMichael of Butts County, and she was the widow of William Harold Mallet.
     Mrs. Mallet's maternal grandfather was the Rev. William G. McMichael, charter member and first pastor of First Baptist Church in Jackson. Her paternal grandfather was Lt. John G. S. Ham, Co. A, 30th Regiment, Georgia Volunteers, C.S.A., who was killed at Vicksburg.
     Familiarly known as Miss Jane, she served as city clerk and treasurer for the City of Jackson for many years, retiring at age 78. She was a familiar sight around Jackson, wearing a red hat and working to collect taxes. As an early treasurer of Jackson Methodist Church, which she joined at the time of her marriage, Mrs. Mallet was the first woman member of the Official Board. She was revered in her neighborhood, and said many times she had as many friends in the black community as in the white.
     Survivors include a nephew, Erskine Rice of Commerce; niece, Edith Blanco of Westbury, N.Y.; and a niece by marriage, Martha Harris of Jackson.
     Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Mallet, George Edwin
Jackson Progress-Argus, October 4, 1962
Heart Attack Friday Claims Geo. E. Mallet
     Retired Brigadier General George Edwin Mallet, 79, one of the county's best known and most influential citizens, succumbed to a heart attack Friday evening about 11 o'clock at his home near Jackson.
     In failing health for some time, Gen. Mallet was in h is bedroom conversing with his niece, Mrs. Martha Watts Harris, when the attack occurred. He had complained of not felling well during the day Friday and as evening came on his indisposition became worse. Mrs. Harris and Gen. Mallet were discussing the advisability of calling a physician when the fatal seizure occurred. A Jackson doctor pronounced him dead upon arriving at the Mallet home just off the Stark Road.
     Born and reared in Butts County, he was the son of William M. Mallet and Mrs. Martha Emma Nutt Mallet.
     At an early age he embarked on a military career that encompassed two World Wars and saw him rise to the rank of brigadier general upon his retirement. He served on the Mexican Border in the punitive expeditions against Villa prior to World War I, saw action overseas in the first world war, emerging with the rank of major, and serving during World War II at U. S. bases with the rank of colonel. He was a former commander of the old Jackson Rifles and of a former Quartermaster unit in Jackson. He was widely known over the state in military circles.
     Interested in farming and agriculture, particularly dairying, he was one of the pioneers in establishing purebred Guernsey cattle in the Middle Georgia area, and had operated a large dairy, Willow Valley, in Butts County since the early 1920's. His blooded cattle has taken numerous prizes at fairs over the state.
     A strong advocate of good government, General Mallet served several terms on the Jackson City Council and for a long number of years was a former member of the Butts County Democratic Executive Committee. Hew as a charter member of the Jackson Kiwanis Club, a charter member of Alexius Commandery No. 22, a Mason, Shriner, and served for many years on the Hawkes Library board. He was a member of the Jackson Methodist Church.
     Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at four o'clock from the Jackson Methodist Church with the Rev. W. L. Cawthon, pastor, officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     The last member of a distinguished and influential family, Gen. Mallet was preceded in death by his sister, Miss Pauline Mallet, on July 31, 1962, and of his wife, Mrs. Minnie Bailey Mallet, on April 15, 1961. Survivors include only nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Levi Ball, Hampton Daughtry, Marlin Spencer, George Martin, Richard Burford, Richard W. Watkins Jr.

Mallett, Hugh
Jackson Progress-Argus 9 Mar 1939
Hugh Mallet Is Victim Of Heart Attack Monday
Death Of Prominent Business Man, Religious and Civic Leader Came as Shock to Host of Friends
     Hugh Mallet, 47 years of age, one of Butts county's most prominent business men, religious and civic leaders, and member of a widely known family, died a t his home on east Third street Monday night about 8 o'clock after a sudden illness. He had returned from a business trip and soon after entering his home was seized with a fatal attack. He is thought to have suffered a heart attack and was pronounced dead upon the arrival of physicians. Previous to the last illness he had been in his accustomed health.
     The passing of this prominent citizen came as a profound shock to the family and a host of friends. Mr. Mallet had long been intimately identified with the business and social life of Jackson and Butts county and was regarded as a recognized leader. He was born September 16, 1891, a son of Emma Nutt and William Maurice Mallet, among the prominent residents of Jackson. After graduating from the Jackson public schools, Mr. Mallet completed his education at Emory College at Oxford, being graduated with the class of 1911. In college he was a member of the A. T. O. fraternity and numbered as classmates many prominent Georgians.
     Upon graduation Mr. Mallet engaged in a business career in Jackson. This was interrupted by his election to succeed the late C. S. Maddox as county school superintendent. He served two terms in that office, retiring to give his full time to business interests. As a school official Mr. Mallet gave careful thought and study to the promotion of education in Butts county. Always interested in education, he was a force for consolidation of county schools. He retained this interest until the end, having served as a member of the Jackson board of education for several years.
     As a religious leader he was active and widely known. A member of the Jackson Methodist church, he was a trustee and steward and was deeply interested in Sunday school work. He was a teacher in the Wesley Bible class and as a layman showed much interest in all religious affairs.
     Mr. Mallet was a charter member of the Jackson Kiwanis club. A man of good education, he continued his training and read widely and was well informed on all current questions. As a citizen he was progressive and public spirited; as a friend he was loyal and true. His home life centered his first and deepest affection and there his finest qualties were in evidence.
     In recent years Mr. Mallet gave his attention to farming and business enterprises.
     Surviving relatives are his wife, the former Miss Mary Lane, of Macon; a son, Hugh Mallet, Jr.; four daughters, Misses Mary Lane Mallet, Jane Ann Mallet, Emily and Marcia Mallet; two sisters, Mrs. J. Mote Watts, of Macon, and Miss Pauline Mallet, of Jackson; two brothers, Lieut. Col. G. E . Mallet, commanding headquarters platoon, Thirtieth Division, and Major Joel B. Mallet, former state senator from the twenty-sixth district and in charge of the selective service draft during the world war.
     Funeral services, attended by a concourse of relatives and friends, were held at the Jackson Methodist church Wednesday morning at 11 o'clock. The pastor, Rev. A. E. Barton, Rev. Augustus Ernest, presiding elder of the Marietta district, and Rev. R. P. Etheridge, both former pastors of the Jackson Methodist church, and Rev Eugene Daniel, pastor of the Jackson Presbyterian church, officiated. High tribute was paid the character and worth of this prominent citizen by Mr. Ernst and Mr. Etheridge, both of whom were associated with him during their pastorates in Jackson. Rev. Eugene Daniel read the "Choir Invisible" by George Elliott, and Mrs. David Settle sang Tennyson's "Crossing the Bar," with Mrs. McKibben Lane, of Macon, as accompanist. Many beautiful floral offerings were mute expression of sympathy from relatives, friends and organizations.
     Active pallbearers were Herbert Quillian, George S. Roach, James. L. Girradeau, H. O. Ball, W. M. Redman, D. V. Spencer, J. S. Ball and L. R. Washington. Honorary escorts represented the Jackson board of education, his Sunday school class, the Methodist church, and one from the class of 1911 at Emory College, consisting of Hugh Howell, Hugh Fuller, Walter S. Bryans, Paul E. Bryans and Ralph Quillian.
     Burial was in the family lot in the Jackson cemetery and arrangements were in charge of Thornton Funeral Homes.

Mallet, Hugh
Jackson Progress Argus 08 Apr 1976
Hugh Mallet, Of FBI, Dies In Washington
     Funeral services for Hugh Mallet, 45 Jackson native and supervisory special agent at FBI headquarters in Washington, D.C, were held Friday, April 2, at 10 a.m. in the Washington Farms Methodist Church.
     The popular federal agent was stricken Friday, March 26 at his office and carried to George Washington University Hospital where improvement was noted in his condition until Monday night.
     A delicate heart operation was performed Tuesday afternoon in an attempt to save his live, which ended at 8 p.m. the same evening.
     Born September 7, 1930 in Jackson, he was the son of the late Hugh Mallet and Mrs. Mary Lane Mallet and the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Mallet of Jackson and the late Mr. and Mrs. Andrew W. Lane of Macon. His wife was the former Miss Catherine LeVecque of Old Orchard, Maine.
     After graduating from Emory University, he saw service in the Korean conflict in 1951-53 as a second lieutenant.
     Returning to Emory, he graduated from its law school in 1956 and was admitted to the Georgia Bar.
     He joined the Federal Bureau of Investigation in 1956 and served in field. offices in Detroit and Chicago. He was transferred to the FBI national headquarters inWashington in 1970 as a supervisory special agent.
     Interment rites were held Friday afternoon in the Baltimore National Cemetery, Baltimore, Md. under the direction of Demaine Funeral Home of Alexandria, Va.
     Survivors include his wife, Catherine LeVecque Mallet and three children, Catherine Mary, Marcia Ann and Hugh James, of the home, 4302 Adrienne Dr., Alexandria, Va.; mother, Mrs. Mary Lane Mallet of Jackson;
     Four sisters, Mrs. Ralph W. Carr, Jr., Jackson; Mrs. John B. Settle, Camp Hill, Pa.; Mrs. William Johnston, Atlanta, and Mrs. L. P. Ades of DeRidder, La. ; nine nieces and two nephews; several aunts and uncles.
     The family suggests that expressions of sympathy be in the form of contributions to the Heart Fund. Mrs. Charles Barber is memorials chairman of the Butts County Heart Fund. Her address is P.O. Box 116, Jackson, Georgia 30233.
     
Mallet, Infant
  Butts County Progress January 15, 1915
     Mr. and Mrs. Mallet's host of friends sympathize with them in the death of their infant son, Tuesday evening. The burial was in the family lot in the Jackson Cemetery Wednesday afternoon.
                      
Mallet, Jane Ellis Standfield
  The Jackson Progress-Argus December 6, 1918
Death Of Mrs. Hugh Mallet Occurred Sunday
     The entire community was saddened on Sunday afternoon when announcement was made of the death of Mrs. Hugh Mallet, at the home of her parents here. She had been ill of pneumonia, for less than a week.
     Mrs. Mallet, as Miss Jane Stanfield, the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Stanfield, was one of the most popular young ladies of Jackson and her marriage to Mr. Hugh Mallet, which took place at the home of the late Col. John W. Moore and Mrs. Moore in Atlanta, three years ago this fall was an event of much interest throughout the state.
     After graduating from the public school here, Mrs. Mallet studied at Washington Seminary, graduating with distinction at that institution. She was especially gifted in expression and took a prominent part in the play "A Midsummers Night's Dream" at the closing exercises. Her education was finished at Gunston Hall, in Washington, D. C.
     Mrs. Mallet was a member of the Methodist church and took an active part in all church work, being a teacher in the Sunday School and an earnest worker in the mission circles.
     The Red Cross and other War Relief organizations always found Mrs. Mallet willing to co-operate and do her part in any of their undertakings. She was a loyal member of the U.D.C. chapter.
     She is survived by her husband, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Stanfield, and one aunt, Mrs. John W. Moore, of Atlanta. She is also survived by an uncle, Mr. John Ellis, of New York.
     The funeral was conducted Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Methodist church, Dr. J. H. Eakes, of Atlanta officiating, assisted by Rev. S. B. England. The pallbearers were Messrs. H. O. Ball, W. L. Nutt, F. S. Carmichael, T. A. Nutt, W. O. Ham and J. D. Jones.
     The last resting place of this beloved young woman was banked high with beautiful flowers sent by loving relatives and friends. In their deep sorrow the members of the family have the sympathy of friends.

The Jackson Progress-Argus December 6, 1918
     Among the out-of-town people attending the funeral of Mrs. Hugh Mallet, Monday afternoon were, Major Joel B. Mallet, Mrs. S. H. Morgan, Mrs. John W. Moore, of Atlanta, Miss Myra Miller, Miss Lucile Elder, of Flovilla, Mrs. E. D. Tolleson, of McDonough.

Mallet, Joel Byars
Jackson Progress Argust 29 Jun 1950
Joel B. Mallet, Atlanta Lawyer, Called By Death
     Joel Byars Mallet, 56, widely known attorney, and long active in public affairs, died, at 3 p. m. Saturday in Lawson Hospital as the result of a short illness.
     Col. Mallet who had a brilliant career as an attorney, was born and reared in Jackson, son of the late W. M. Mallet and Mrs. Emma Nutt Mallet, prominent residents. After attending school here he was graduated from Emory-at-Oxford where he was graduated with first honors. Continuing his law studies at Yale he made a scholastic record that still stands, leading a large and brilliant class.
     After teaching one term in the Jackson schools, he located in Atlanta for the practice of law and in World War I was head of selective service in Georgia and was the youngest adjutant general in the history of the state. After the war he returned to Jackson and served one term as ordinary of Butts county, was county attorney under the administration of John W. Maddox and represented the 26th district in the state senate . While practicing here he was connected with some of the celebrated cases in the Flint Circuit. He also practiced largely in federal courts.
     Returning to Atlanta a few years ago he was ,named by the government as assistant U. S. district attorney in the OP A division and handled important litigation growing out of violations of rationing in the War period .
     Suave, genteel and friendly, Col. Mallet made and held friends by the warmth of his personality and was popular and well liked among all classes.
     Survivors are his wife, the formerly Miss Maria Mann and a son Billy Mallet; a daughter, Mrs. Walter Storm of Atlanta and two grandchildren; one sister, Miss Pauline Mallet, and a brother, Col. George E. Mallet, both of Jackson.
     Funeral services were held at the Jackson Methodist church Monday at 3:30 with Dr. Wallace Rogers of Atlanta and Rev. Ralph Shea, pastor of the Jackson Methodist church officiating. Burial was in the family lot in the Jackson cemetery and Haisten Funeral Home had charge of arrangements.
     The pallbearers were John L. Tye Jr., John McK Henson and Judged Nell Andrews of Atlanta, E. Smith Settles, Hugh R. Bailey and Rolfe Burford.
     
Mallet, Martha Emma Nutt
  Jackson Progress-Argus June 2, 1938
Mrs. W. M. Mallet Claimed By Death
     Mrs. W. M. Mallet, 77 years of age, one of Jackson's prominent and beloved residents, died at her home on Covington Street Saturday afternoon at 1 o'clock of a sudden heart attack. In her usual health until the fatal attack, the death of this esteemed woman came as a shock to the family and hosts of friends.
     Mrs. Mallet was the former Miss Emma Nutt, daughter of James R. Nutt and Mrs. Mart Moore Nutt, connected with old and influential families of Butts county. She had spent her entire life in Butts county, and was the widow of Mr. W. M. Mallet, Confederate soldier and leading businessman. For a long number of years she had been an active and devoted member of the Jackson Methodist church, showing much interest in all religious affairs. She was a member of the Larkin Watson chapter United Daughters of the Confederacy and of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union. In both of these organizations she proved a tireless worker.
     She was born December 7, 1860 in Butts county. Her father was killed in the battle before Richmond June 30, 1862. On December 4, 1878, she was married to Mr. William Maurice Mallet, and the Rev. W. G. McMichael was the officiating minister. Mr. Mallet, born in Fredericksburg, Virginia, on March 12, 1845, died on December 15, 1900. He was recognized as one of Butts county's leading businessmen and was interested in many lines of business and farming.
     Mrs. Mallet was widely beloved for her fine qualities of character and was noted for her interest in her family and friends. Her home was the center of hospitality for a large circle of friends and she was never happier than when making others happy. She wielded a profound influence for good and lived to see her children assume places of leadership in the business and social life of the community and state.
     The surviving relatives are three sons, Lieut. Col. G. E. Mallet, prominent in the military affairs of Georgia; Hugh Mallet, former county school superintendent, and Major Joel B. mallet, well known attorney, former state senator and in charge of the selective service draft during the world war; two daughters, Mrs. J. Mote Watts, of Macon, and Miss Pauline Mallet, of Jackson, active church and club leader. She is also survived by ten grandchildren, Miss Martha Watts and Jimmie Watts, of Macon, Mrs. Billy Turner, of McDonough; Miss Barbara Mallet, of Atlanta; Misses Mary Lane, Emily Jane Ann and Marcia Mallet, Hugh Mallet, Jr. and Billy Mallet, all of Jackson; one great-grandchild, Nancy Ann Turner, of McDonough.
     Impressive funeral services were held at the Jackson Methodist church Sunday afternoon at 4 0'clock. The pastor, Rev. A. E. Barton was assisted by Rev. Augustus Ernest, of LaGrange and Rev. R. P. Etheridge, of Chipley, both former pastors of the Jackson Methodist church, and Rev. R. B. Harrison, of the First Baptist church and Rev. E. L. Daniel of the Presbyterian church. Friends, relatives and organizations attested the love in which she was held by numerous floral offerings.
     Pallbearers were A. C. Finley, H. O. Ball, R. H. Burford, Hubert Quillian, George Roach, McKibben Lane, Andrew Lane and L. M. Spencer. Interment was in the Jackson cemetery, with S. H. Thornton, funeral director, in charge

Mallet, Mary Lane
Jackson Progress Argus 01 May 1985
     Mary Lane Mallet, 88, matriarch of a Jackson fatruly whose roots run deep into the educational. civic and religious life of central Georgia, died Thursday morning at the Living Center in Griffin where she had resided for the past six years.
     A native of Macon, she was the daughter of the late Andrew W Lane and the late Hattle McKibben Lane. After graduating from Wesleyan College, she did graduate work at Columbia University in New York City.
     Her husband, the late Hugh Mallet Sr., died in 1939 and for several years she continued to operate the business he established.
     For 10 years, from 1961-71, she was librarian at Hawkes Library for Children where her efforts and influence were instrumental in making the facility one of the best patronized small town libraries in Georgia. Her love for the library, and the children who used it, grew partly from the gift of her mother of the library site to the city of Jackson shortly after World War I.
     A charter member of the Jackson Garden Club, she was also a very active member of the Jackson United Methodist Church where she was a
former president of the WSCS.
     Mrs. Mallet is survived by four daughters, Mary Carr of Jackson, Jane Ann Settle of Kindsbach, West Germany, Emily Johnston of Sandy Springs, and Marcia Ades of DeRidder, La.; two sisters, Margaret Lane Moore of New Smyrna Beach, Fla., and Virginia Lane Beattie of Atlanta; one brother, Harry Merrit Lane of Waycross; 14 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; a daughter-in-law, Catherine Mallet of Alexandria, Va. a son, Hugh Mallet Jr., an FBI agent, died
in 1976.
     The funeral was conducted Saturday at 2 p.m. in the Jackson United Methodist Church with the Rev. Phil DeMore officiating. Burial was in the Jackson city cemetery under the direction of Haisten Funeral Home.
     Pallbearers were W. A. Duke, Lovett Fletcher, Lewis Freeman, T. E. Robison Jr., and Richard W. Watkins Jr.

Mallet, Minnie L. Bailey
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Apr 1961
Mrs. G. E. Mallet Buried Monday at Jackson Rites
     Mrs. Minnie Bailey Mallet, 80, widely know Jackson matron, and wife of Brigadier General George E. Mallet (ret.), died Saturday, afternoon in an Atlanta hospital after an extended illness.
     Mrs. Mallet recently underwent two operations at Georgia Baptist Hospital in Atlanta, the last from which she failed to rally. She had been in declining health for the past several months.
     Born in Jasper County, she was the daughter of Burrell, P. Bailey and Mrs. Alice. Shockley Bailey, highly esteemed, residents of Jasper County. She moved to Jackson at an early age and attended school here.
     She was a charter member of the Mimosa Garden Club, though not presently active, and a member of the Jackson Methodist Church.
     Funeral services were held Monday morning at 11 o'clock at the Jackson Methodist Church with Rev, William L. Cawthon, pastor, officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home, in charge of arrangements.
     Survivors include her husband, George E. Mallet; three sisters, Mrs. A, Whit Newton, Jackson; Mrs. William A. Flick, Keyser, West Virginia; Mrs. W. M. Settle, Greensboro; two brothers, Capt, (USN) Charles S. Bailey, Jackson; Hugh R. Bailey, North Wilkesboro, N. C.; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were R. H. Burford, Richard Burford, George Martin, Marlin Spencer; W. O. Ball and Hampton Daughtry.

Mallet, Pauline
Jackson Progress-Argus, August 2, 1962
Pauline Mallet Died Tuesday of Heart Seizure
     Miss Pauline Mallet, Hawkes librarian for around 25 years, died Tuesday night at her home on Covington Street from a coronary attack. The body of Miss Mallet was discovered about 9 p.m. by Miss Grace Garlington, a long time friend and occupant of an apartment in her home. a Jackson physician was hastily summoned but she was beyond medical aid.
     Miss Mallet, 72, was born in Butts County, daughter of William M. Mallet, a Virginian, and Mrs. Martha Nutt Mallet of Butts county.
     Before becoming affiliated with Hawkes Library Miss Mallet did much social and volunteer work. In 1933 she became Butts County Director of the Federal Emergency Relief Administration. Active in club work and religious circles, she was a charter member of the Mimosa Garden Club, a charter member of the Jackson Business and Professional Women's Club, and had held local and state offices in the UDC. She attended Wesleyan College and was a member of the Jackson Methodist Church, where she was prominent in its affairs, and of the Wesleyan Service Guild. She was a member of the State Librarian Association.
     Perhaps one of Miss Mallet's favorite projects was the Woman's Clubhouse to which she devoted much work and loyal service since its construction in the 1920's. One of the founders of the Clubhouse, she was instrumental in fund-raising projects to pay for it and still others to maintain it. In fact, only Tuesday night, Miss Mallet assisted in serving supper to the Jackson Kiwanis Club, which has been meeting in the Clubhouse for a long number of years. Miss Mallet also held many offices in the Eastern Star.
     Funeral services will be conducted at the Jackson Methodist Church Thursday afternoon at four o'clock. Rev. William L. Cawthon, pastor, will preside. Interment will be in the Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Survivors include a brother, George E. Mallet of Jackson; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers will be W. O. Ball, Richard Watkins Jr., Hampton Daughtry, L. Marlin Spencer, R. H. Burford, and George Martin.

Mallet, William Harold
  The Jackson Progress-Argus November 25, 1921
Mr. W. H. Mallet Claimed By Death.
     Hundreds of friends in Butts county and throughout the sate were saddened at the passing of Mr. William Harold Mallet at his home in Jackson early Friday morning. For several days it had been known that the end was near and death did not come as a surprise, though producing a shock to the family and a very large number of friends.
     Mr. Mallet's illness dated back to 1919 when he went West in search of health. The change in climate benefited him somewhat and later an operation at Johns Hopkins, Baltimore, apparently cured him of the malady and he was able to resume business duties. For the past few months, however, he had been in declining health and suffered from neuritis and laryngitis. He was able to be at his office only about ten days before his death.
     Mr. Mallet was one of the best known business men in the county. He had been engaged in the cotton business in Jackson and Atlanta for a number of years and met with merited success. To his work he brought careful training and an aptitude for that character of work. His business judgment was prized by his associates and his grasp of the cotton trade, as well as business conditions in general, was keen and analytical.
     Forty years of age, Mr. Mallet spent most of his life in Jackson. He was educated in the Jackson public schools and attended the University of Georgia. In 1919 he served as a member of council from the first ward. He was a member of one of the most prominent families of the county, being a son of the late Mr. w. M. Mallet and Mrs. Mallet. He was prominent in secret orders, being a member of St. Johns lodge of Masons, Alexius Commandery of Knights Templar and Yaarab temple of Shriners.
     Mr. Mallet possessed a most pleasing and engaging personality and won friends readily and held them. He was universally popular with all classes, and the solicitude of countless friends during his last illness attested the esteem in which he was held. He was a member of the Jackson Methodist church.
     Mr. Mallet is survived by his wife, who was Miss Jane Ham before her marriage; his mother, Mrs. W. M. Mallet; two sisters, Mrs. J. Mote Watts and Miss Pauline Mallet; three brothers, Major George E. Mallet, a prominent figure in the military affaires of the state and quartermaster of the Georgia National Guard; Major Joel B. Mallet, of Atlanta, head of the selective service draft during the world war, and Mr. Hugh Mallet, former superintendent of schools, Butts county.
     The funeral was held at the Jackson Methodist church Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock and was attended by hundreds of relatives and friends. The services were in charge of Rev. J. H. Eaks, of Atlanta, a special friend of the family, assisted by Rev. S. R. England, of Marietta, and his pastor, Rev. J. R. Jordan. Numerous and beautiful floral tributes were a token of the love and affection of friends. Handsome designs were sent by St. Johns lodge, F. & A. M. and Alexius Commandery No. 22, Knights Templar, of which he was an esteemed member.
     The pallbearers were Messrs. ______ Smith, H. O. Ball, H. L. ____, J. B. Settle, A. T. ____and __ E. Watkins.
     The body was laid to rest in the Jackson cemetery.
     Among the out-of town people attending the funeral were Mrs. J. H. Eaks, of Rome, Mrs. Lois Rogers, of Macon, Mr. and Mrs. Lamar Etheridge, Mr. F. Etheridge, Mr. Norton and Mr. Dupree, of Atlanta, Mrs. S. C. McCandles, of McRae.

Mallet, William Maurice
Jackson Argus December 21, 1900
Mr. W. M. Mallet Dies
One Of The Greatest Men In The County Succumbs From The Effects Of A Congestive Heart Last Saturday Morning.
     Jackson was hushed into silence and sadness last Saturday morning when it was announced that William M. Mallet was dead.
     Mr. Mallet had been sick for only a few days, having been attacked with a congestive chill a few days before, and he was dead before many of our people knew he was sick, and the announcement came in the nature of a surprise and shock to all.
     Mr. Mallet was one of the most splendid men personally in the county and had attracted to him hundreds of friends. In business and in social relations he was a tower of strength in the community, and he leaves behind a name that stands for progress, honesty and loyalty in that which he believed to be right.
     The deceased was born in New York about 56 years ago and came to Georgia when quite a lad, running a candy and fruit stand at Indian Spring. He developed an aptness for business that was remarkable. Later in life he was associated in business with "Uncle" Harold Byars. In late years he has been an extensive dealer in and manufacturer of commercial fertilizers. He has also been recognized as the largest farmer in the county, and at the time of his death managing the interests of the Jackson Oil Mill Co. In the conduct of his private business Mr. Mallet was wise in his selection of his heads of departments. For example he had John T. Goodman at the oil mill and W. P. Nutt and J. H. Ham at the warehouse. He knew the value of having every interest in good hands, and the very beat of everything in the way of material and labor was none too good for him.
     The same thoroughness and wisdom which characterized his own business he carried into the public service. He was chairman of the county board of education for years and was a splendid man for the place. He has also served the city with faithfulness and distinction for years as a member of the board of trustees of Jackson Institute, and at the time of his death was chairman of the board of county commissioners, and a better officer never lived. He was a member of the Methodist church and had been a faithful and efficient steward in that church.
     The pastor of the church Rev. R. B. O. England conducted in the funeral exercises. The other pastors of the city also joined in the exercises which occurred at the Methodist church at 3 o'clock p.m. Sunday in the presence of a tremendous concourse of people from all walks of life. At the grave the rites of the Masonic lodge were conducted, and all that was mortal of a most useful citizen was laid to rest.
     Expressions of sorrow and sympathy for the bereaved ones are heard on all hands. The Argus feels keenly a sense of personal loss and we are prepared to join in the hope that our friend may have a part in the first resurrection and that the presence of the Lord in his family may be the means of raising up his children as worthy successors to a worthy father.

The Jackson Argus January 11, 1901
Resolution of Respect
William Morris Mallet.
To St. Johns Lodge No. 45, F. & A. M.
     The unrested hand of death in ruthless march again invades the sanctum of our craft. When a response was made to the last alarm we were made sad by the intelligence that Mr. W. M. Mallet, for several years a member of this Lodge; had received his last summons and had peacefully fallen asleep to be transplanted in that Supreme Lodge beyond the mystic veil where the Great I Am rules and govern His hosts in never ending bliss.
     Brother Mallet was a Mason who lived the life of a Mason; his masonry was practical; his generous hand was never staid where Charity's voice was heard or demand made known. This was seemingly a great privilege and pleasure with and to him.
     The tongue of slander was a stranger to his sympathetic heart. He was at all times fond of and engaged in every good work which tended to aid his fellow man, ever ready and sagacious in the promotion of every public good. Such a character reflects light and gives strength to any order or organization. For such a man and mason our Lodge drapes itself in the usual badge of mourning today.
     We deeply feel for his loved ones who were so unexpectedly called upon to realize the loss of a kind father and devoted husband. We can only offer them that protection, care and consolation once promised him around this sacred alter and say, weep not for he is now at rest, free from the cares of this life, having pierced the veil is now receiving the reward of the faithful and hearing that welcome plaudit "Well Done!" His life was made up of usefulness and his work lives after him. It is worthy of emulation.
     On the 15th day of December, 1900, Bro. William Morris Mallet was called home. At the request of his family our Lodge aided by sister Lodges, placed the body in its last long sleep in the Jackson cemetery with the usual ceremony of our order. We therefore resolve that the forgoing sediments express the feelings of this Lodge and that a blank page in our minute book be dedicated to his memory, that these resolutions be made public, and a copy under the seal of this Lodge be furnished his family.
     William Morris Mallet was 54 years of age at his death, had been a consistent mason for eight years. Respectfully and fraternally submitted.
Y. A. Chmn., E. C. Robinson, J. H. McCallum, Com.
  
Mallette, R. C.
  Jackson Progress-Argus, March 31, 1949.
R. C. Mallette Taken by Death.
     Reuben Collins Mallette, 78 years of age, died at his home in Flovilla Sunday afternoon after an illness of several days. He returned Thursday from an Atlanta hospital where he had been for treatment.
     Born at Flora Home, Fla., near Palatka, he left home at the age of 26 for Senoia, Ga., where he studied telegraphy. Upon securing training he spent his entire career as a telegrapher and in agency work for the Southern Railway System. His last connection was at Zebulon, and several years ago he moved to Flovilla for permanent residence.
     As a resident of Flovilla he took an active interest in religious and civic affairs. He was a deacon in the Flovilla Baptist church and was a faithful worker in all church programs. He shared his interest in civic and religious affairs with Mrs. Mallette who served as a member of council in Flovilla a few years ago. He was a Woodman of the World.
     Survivors are his wife, the former Miss Dollie Elizabeth O'Quinn of Hazelhurst; two brothers, Tom of Fort Worth, Texas and Jeff Mallette of Palestine, Texas; several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were held at Hazelhurst Monday afternoon and Rev. Mr. Oglesby of the Flovilla Baptist church and Rev. Mr. Ward of the Hazelhurst Baptist church officiated. Burial was in the city cemetery and the Thornton Funeral Home directed plans.

Malloy, Mary Julia Fletcher
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Feb 1991
     Mrs. Mary Julia Fletcher Malloy, 65, of Macon Ave. in Davis Mobile Home Park died Saturday morning at Sylvan Grove Hospital in Jackson.
     The funeral was held Monday, Feb. 11, in the chapel at Sherrell Funeral Home in Jackson, with Dr. Ann Nell Fletcher officiating. Interment was in Jenkinsburg City Cemetery. Mrs. Malloy was born in Butts County to the late William David Fletcher and Willie Byrd Thurston Fletcher. She was a housewife and a Methodist.
     Survivors include her husband, Neil Malloy of Jackson; sons, Patrick and Janice Malloy of Griffin, Daniel and Patsy Malloy of Clarksville, Ark., and Terry Malloy of Sendona, Ariz.; sisters, Joanne Sealock of Jackson, Marjorie Englett and Rachell Sanders of Atlanta; brothers, Baker Fletcher and Lamar Fletcher of Jackson; 20 grand children, and several nieces and nephews.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
     

Malone, Catherine
  The Jackson Progress-Argus August 10, 1923
     Friends of Mrs. M. O. Faulkner will regret to know of the death of her sister, Mrs. Catherine Malone, which occurred at her home in Monticello July 27.
  
Malone, Clifford Downs
Jackson Progress-Argus Apr 18, 1940
Mrs. C. R. Malone Dies in Ashburn
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. H, S. Downs and Miss Mary Downs sympathize with them in the death of Mr. Downs' sister, Mrs. C. R. Malone, which occurred April 8 at her home in Ashburn. Funeral services were held April 9 and burial was in Monticello.
     The former Miss Clifford Downs, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. S. P. Downs, of Monticello, she had resided for several years in Ashburn. She was a member of the Methodist church and was 64 years old.
     Surviving are her husband and two daughters, Mrs. J. N. Burch, of Macon and Mrs. J. L. Wilson, of Leslie; two sisters, Mrs. S. J. Kelley, Conyers, and Mrs. J . P. Malone, Rome; five brothers, V. G. Downs, of Conyers; Tom Downs, Gainesville, Fla.; Jim Downs, Monticello; Marvin Downs, Preston, Cuba, .and H. S. Downs, of Jackson.

Malone, D. F., Dr.
  The Jackson Argus August 30, 1895
     Mrs. John Crawley was called to her old home in Loachapoka, Ala., last Sunday by a telegram announcing the death of her father, Dr. D. F. Malone. Mrs. Crawley has scores of friends in Jackson whose hearts go out in sympathy to her in this sad bereavement.

Malone, Eugenia Lane
Jackson Progress Argus 15 Aug 1968
Sister of Mrs. Redman Passes In Charlotte
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. Max Redman of the Stark Community sympathize with them in the death of Mrs. Redman's sister, Mrs. Eugenia Lane Malone, 58, of Charlotte, N. C. Mrs. Malone died unexpectedly August 3rd at her home.
     Wife of Hugh Malone, Mrs. Malone was a native of Jasper County but had lived in Charlotte for a number of years.
     Funeral services were held in Charlotte on August 5th. Mrs. Malone is survived by her husband; two sons, Dr. Hugh Malone Jr. of Concord, N. C., and James Malone of Charlotte, N. C.; seven sisters, Mrs. Mae Flournoy, Monticello, Mrs. Drew Thompson, Shady Dale, Mrs. W. H. Drew, Atlanta; Mrs. D. E. Purcell, Miami; Mrs. Dick Ketchum, Vienna, Mrs. Dorothy Johnston, Statesboro; Mrs. Max Redman, Jackson; four brothers, Hugh Lane, Harvey Lane, Robert Lane, and J. L. Lana, all of Monticello.
     Among those from this area at-tending funeral services were Mrs. Max Redman, Miss Maxine Redman, Mr. and Mrs. Dick Ketchum of Vienna, Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Lane and J. L. Lane of Monticello, Mr. and Mrs. Drew Thompson of Shady Dale.

Malone, Floyd, Judge
  Middle Georgia Argus May 18, 1882
Smiths Mill.
     Judge Floyd Malone a well known citizen of this county, died very suddenly in Bethel church yesterday, during conference. He was in his usual health, and no one suspected there was anything the matter with him until he was stricken down. His funeral took place this evening at four o'clock, at the residence of Capt. L. A. Lane, the Rev. Alex Atkinson officiating, after which his remains were buried in the family burial ground with Masonic honors. Mr. Malone was about 67 years old, he leaves a wife and ten children and a large circle of friends to mourn his loss.

Malone, Henry
Jackson Progress-Argus, January 17, 1952
Henry Malone, 65, Claimed by Death
     Henry Malone, 65, native of Jackson, died January 10 at Byerly Hospital, Hartsville, S. C., after a long illness. Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon and burial was in Grove Hill cemetery, Darlington.
     Son of the late Henry Malone and Martha David Malone, he was born in Jackson March 17, 1886, and was educated in the Jackson and Cordele schools and later completed a commercial course. Entering the employ of the Seaboard Air Line Railway at the age of 17, he served with that company until his retirement in 1946. During his career he was stationed at Albany, Charleston, S.C., Norfolk, Va., and Florence, S. C.
     He was a member of the Baptist church and an ardent sportsman.
     Survivors are his widow, the former Miss Corrie Thompson; one son, Henry Thompson Malone of Decatur, Ga.; one daughter, Joan Malone of Hartsville, S. C.; one brother, David Malone of Jacksonville, Fla. and two sisters, Miss Sue Malone and Mrs. R. Lee Hilliard of Atlanta; several nieces and nephews.

Malone, Indiana Maddox
Jackson Progress-Argus Apr 11, 1940
Mrs. S. H. Malone Claimed by Death
     The death of Mrs. S. H. Malone, is former resident of Butts county, occurred April 3 in Atlanta at the home of her nephew, D. K. Maddox. She was 86 years of age and had been in declining health for several months.
     The former Miss India Maddox, of Butts county, she had many friends in this section of the state. The family formerly resided in Flovilla.
     She is survived by one sister, Mrs. A. A. Nolan, of Flovilla, and several nieces, and nephews.
     Funeral services were conducted at the Flovilla Methodist church Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock by Rev. Mr. McKenzie, the pastor. Burial was in the Flovilla cemetery

Malone, Lois
  Butts County Progress March 12, 1911
Jackson Route No. 2.
     Misses Bessie and Byrd Maddox attended the funeral of Miss Lois Malone, a cousin of Miss Bessie, in Jasper county last Sunday. Miss Malone was a sister of Miss Minnie Malone who has often visited here and was an accomplished and loveable young lady.

Malone, Maude Gilmore
Jackson Progress Argus 07 May 1086
     Maude Gilmore Malone, 100, of Monticello died Saturday, in a Monticello nursing home.
     Mrs. Malone, a native of Butts County, was a retired salesperson and a member of Monticello Baptist Church.
     Survivors include two daughters, Agnes Malone Clement and Joy Malone Aldridge, both of Monticello; sons, Augustus Lucian Malone of Tallahassee, Fla., and Charles Lane Malone of Ball Round, Ga.; sisters, Mildred Redding of Monticello and Lois Beckham of Rock Hill, S.C.; 18 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren.
     The funeral was held Sunday at 4 p.m. in the West View Cemetery in Monticello.

Malone, Obe
  Middle Georgia Argus November 30,1882
     A negro man named Obe Malone, was found dead on Friday last in the woods about three miles from town. After Dr. R. G. Bryan having examined the body, the jury returned a verdict of death from drunkenness and exposure.

Malone, Stephen Hugh
Jackson Progress-Argus 26 Mar 1937
Mr. S. H. Malone Is Claimed By Death
     The death of Mr. S. H. Malone, 82 years of age, well known resident of Flovilla, occurred at his home there at an early hour Saturday. He had been in declining health for some time and suffered from the infirmities of age and other complications.
     Mr. Malone, born in Jasper county and connected with families well known in this section, had been a resident of Butts county for several years and was formerly a well known merchant at Flovilla. He was a son of Stith Malone and Vivia Johnson Malone of Jasper county, and held membership in the Flovilla Methodist church.
     He is survived by his wife and one daughter, Mrs. Lucile Calvier, of Jacksonville, Fla.; two brothers, Charles Malone, of Ashburn, and Joseph Malone, of Rome; several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were held at the Flovilla Methodist church Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, with Rev. H. A. King, of Griffin, a former pastor at Flovilla, officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery, with S. H. Thornton in charge of arrangements.

Maloy, James
(See McMichael, Luther A)

Maloy, Mrs. James
Jackson Progress-Argus July 6, 1939
Mrs. James Maloy Dies, Bringing Death Toll to Three in Tuesday's Wreck
     Mrs. James Maloy, 60, of Covington, critically injured in the accident at Four Points Tuesday afternoon which claimed two lives, one of them her husband, died Wednesday morning in a Covington hospital to bring the death toll to three from the tragic holiday mishap.
     The other victims were James Maloy, 68, and Luther A. McMichael, 24, both of Covington, who were killed instantly. In a critical condition in a Covington hospital with a broken neck and a spinal injury is Charles Martin, 12, grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Maloy.
Herman Stevens, of Atlanta, driver of the car which struck the rear of the McMichael-Maloy car causing it to spin around and overturn several times into a ditch, is being held with a companion, Herschel Williams, also of Atlanta, on a manslaughter warrant sworn out by George Deeds, son-in-law of Maloy.
     The collision occurred about 4 o'clock Tuesday afternoon at the intersection of the Covington-Stark- Jenkinsburg highways four miles north of Jackson, provincially known as Four Points, when the car in which the two Atlanta youths were in struck almost broadside the left of the McMichael car, killing instantly the driver, Luther A. McMichael and Mr. Maloy, seated in the back on the left. The McMichael party were en route to Indian Springs while the party from Atlanta were returning from Jackson Lake, and were reportedly making a left turn when their car struck the other machine.
     In the car with the Atlanta men were Misses Willie Mae Chandler, of Douglasville and Atlanta, and Ruth Watts, of Atlanta. Passengers of the car in which the fatal injuries occurred beside the victims and the critically injured boy, were Mr. And Mrs. Clifford McMichael and Mrs. Luther A. McMichael. They suffered from bruises, cuts and shock but were not seriously hurt.

Manders, Emmett L.
Jackson Progress Argus 11 May 1978
Jackson Lake Resident Is Found Dead
     According to Sheriff Billy Leverette, a Jackson Lake resident, Emmett L. Manders of Route 1, Maddox Road, was found dead at his home about 1:00 Monday afternoon.
     Leverette said Manders' body was discovered by a neighbor who stopped by to check on him. Butts County Coroner John Sherrell said Manders, who was in his early 60s, apparently died of natural causes.
     Sherrell said Manders' body was taken to A. S. Turner Funeral Home in Decatur for funeral arrangements.

Mangan, Mildred Elzora Lane
Jackson Progress Argus 27 Jan 1977
Last Rites For Mrs. Mangan In New Jersey
     Mrs. William F. Mangan, 73, well-known Lambertville, New Jersey resident, died on Tuesday afternoon, January 27th, at Doylestown Hospital following a lengthy illness.
     Mrs. Mangan operated the Hoffman Shop in Lambertville before retiring a few years ago. A native of Jenkinsburg, Georgia, the deceased went to Lambertville in 1930 and became associated with Miss Alice Hoffman's Millinery Shop. At Miss Hoffman's death, Mrs. Mangan assumed ownership.
     She was an active member of the First Baptist Church for many years.
     Surviving are a sister, Miss Ruby Lane, of Jenkinsburg; a brother, Lewis Lane of Avondale Estates; several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were conducted at 2:30 o'clock Saturday afternoon at the Van Horn Funeral Home with the Rev. Gary Bashor, pastor of the First Baptist Church, officiating. Interment was in St. John's Cemetery, Lambertville.
     In lieu of flowers friends were asked to make contributions to the First Baptist Church in Lambertville or their favorite charity.

Mangan, William F.
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Apr 1975
W.F. Mangan Passes In New Jersey
     Mr. William F. Mangan, 72, a well-known life-long resident of Lambertville, New Jersey, died at his home, 42 Delaware Avenue, on Thursday, March 20th, following a lengthy illness.
     He was the son of the late John F. Mangan and Margaret C. Mangan.
     Mr. Mangan was an executive of the New Jersey Department of the Treasury, Division of Budget and Accounting, for over 30 years before his retirement in 1970.
     Before becoming affiliated with the State of New Jersey, he was engaged in the men's clothing business with his father. He was a member of the Lambertville School Board for 16 years and served as the President of that board for some years. He was also a member of the Holy Name Society of St. John's Church.

Mangham, Allie Belle
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Oct 1957
Miss Mangham Is Buried Wednesday
     Funeral services for Miss Allie Belle Mangham, 47, of Jackson, who died early Tuesday morning, were held Wednesday afternoon at three o'clock, at the Towaliga Baptist Church with the Rev. E. .A. Daniel officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery under the direction of Haisten Funeral Home.
     Daughter of the late J. W. Mangham and Mrs. Eva Grant Mangham, Miss Mangham was a native of Butts county and a member of the Towaliga Baptist Church.
     Survivors include her mother, Mrs. J. W. Mangham, Jackson; five sisters, Mrs. J. R. Pettigrew, Evansville, Ind.; Mrs. Nolie Washington of High Point, N. C.; Mrs. R. R. Duffey, Carrollton; Mrs. W. C. Crawford, Milner; Mrs. J. A. Turner, Jackson; six brothers, W. L. Mangham, R. R., Mangham, James. Mangham, all of Griffin; Fred Mangham, Glen Mangham and Milton Mangham, all of Jackson; several nieces and nephews.
Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Mangham, Carrie Mae Holston
Jackson Progress Argus 30 Jan 1980
Mangham Rites Held Tuesday
     Funeral services for Mrs. Carrie Mae Holston Mangham, 80, of Route 2, Jackson were conducted Tuesday morning at 11:30 o'clock from the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with the Rev. Hyatt Smith and the Rev. A. L. Price officiating. Interment was in the Stark United Methodist Church cemetery. Sherrell Funeral Home Was in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Mangham died Sunday at the Griffin Spalding County Hospital after being a patient there for a week.
     Born in Butts County, she was the daughter of the late H. A. Holston and the late Lula Viola Crane. She was a member of the Stark United Methodist Church.
     Survivors include her husband, Mr. Fred Mangham of Jackson; a daughter, Mrs. Barbara Long of Norfolk, Va.; brother, Mr. Harper Holston of Macon; a sister, Mrs. Mary Lou Johnson of Griffin, nine grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
     Grandsons served as pallbearers.

Mangham, Charles T.
  Butts County Progress March 13, 1914
Mr. C. T. Mangham Died Last Week In Florida.
     Mr. C. T. Mangham, aged 63 years, died at his home in Plant City, Fla., last Thursday. Apoplexy was the cause of death.
     The remains were brought to Jackson and the interment was in the City Cemetery Saturday afternoon. Mr. Mangham was a former resident of Butts county where he had a large number of relatives and friends who grieve at his passing.
     Mr. Mangham is survived by one son and a daughter and other relatives.

Mangham, Curtis
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Jun 1987
     Curtis Mangham, 60, of Forest Park, died May 27 at Clayton General Hospital following an illness of several months.
     Graveside services were held Friday at 1 p.m. at Liberty Baptist Church with the Rev. A. L. Price officiating.
     Mr. Mangham was born in Butts County, son of the late William Henry Mangham and Maude Bohannon Mangham.
     He was a military veteran, having served in World War II.
     Survivors include his wife, Rosa Lee Mangham; brother, Willis Mangham of Atlanta; sisters, Frances Cook of Forsyth, Ella Mae King of Fort Walton Beach, Pla., Joann Cleveland of Atlanta, and Juanita Crane of Macon; several nephews and nieces.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Mangham, Essie Lee Young
Jackson Progress Argus 29 Dec 1993
     Essie Lee Young Mangham, 95, died Sun., Dec. 26, in Gloverville, S. C.
     Funeral services were held Wed., Dec. 29, at the County Line Baptist Church in Jenkinsburg with Rev. Brady Blalock officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery.
     Mrs. Mangham was a native of Butts County, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Dial Young. She was the widow of George Mangham.
     Survivors include daughters, Irene Adkison and Mattie Clyde Adkison, both of Gloverville, Gertrude Wall of Valdosta and Jackie Lee and Ida Lou Blalock of Griffin; brother-in-law and sister-in-law Otis and Ruby Mangham of Jenkinsburg; 11 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Mangham, Eva Belle Grant
Jackson Progress Argus 1971
Mrs. Mangham, 98, Passes Sunday
     Mrs. James Wiley Mangham, 98, of Route 4, Jackson, one of Butts County's oldest residents, died early Sunday night, July 11th, at the Westbury Medical Care Home in Jenkinsburg where she had been a patient for the past several days.
     Mrs. Mangham celebrated her 98th birthday on February 26th of this year and was in her accustomed health until a few weeks ago.
     Born February 26, 1873 in Monroe County, she was the former Miss Eva Belle Grant, daughter of the late Mr. Joseph Grant and Mrs. Frances McCoy Grant, both of Monroe County. Her husband, Mr. James Wiley Mangham, preceded her in death in 1953. She was the oldest member of the Towaliga Baptist Church.
     Funeral services were conducted Tuesday afternoon at three o'clock in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with Rev. Joe Parham, pastor of Towaliga Baptist Church, officiating. Interment was in the Towaliga Baptist Church cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Mangham is survived by five daughters, Mrs. J. R. Pettigrew of Decatur, Mrs. J. Q. Washington of Forest Park, Mrs. J. A. Turner of Jackson, Mrs. W. C. Crawford of Milner, Mrs. R. R. Duffey of Carrollton; five sons, Fred L. Mangham, W. Milton Mangham, J. Glen Mangham, all of Jackson, Raymond R. Mangham and James M. Mangham, both of Griffin; a sister, Mrs. Ophelia Grant of Griffin; 38 grandchildren; 62 great grandchildren; 31 great-great grandchildren; two great-great-great grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were grandsons, J. R. Pettigrew, R. Lee Duffey, Marvin Mangham, C. A. Turner, Dennis Mangham and Ralph Mangham.

Mangham, Fred Lanier
Jackson Progress Argus 04 Nov 1981
Mangham Rites Held Saturday
     Funeral services for Fred Lanier Mangham, 85, of Route two, Jackson, were
held Saturday afternoon at three o'clock from the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home. The Rev. A. L. Price officiated and interment was in the cemetery of the Stark United Methodist Church under the direction of Sherrell Funeral Home.
     Mr. Mangham was announced dead on arrival early Thursday morning at the Sylvan Grove Hospital after suffering an apparent heart seizure at his residence.
     A native of Butts County, he was son of the late James Wiley Mangham and Mrs. Eva Belle Grant Mangham. His wife, Mrs. Carrie Mae Mangham, preceded him in death in January, 1980. Mr. Mangham was a member of the Towaliga Baptist Church and a retired carpenter.
     Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Barbara Long of Norfolk, Va.; four brothers, Raymond Mangham and James Mangham of Griffiin Milton Mangham and Glen Mangham of Jackson;
     Three sisters, Mrs. Bertha Pettigrew of McDonough, Mrs. Nolie Washington of Forest Park and Mrs. Myrtle Crawford of Milner; nine grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were Larry Fletcher, Rogers Fletcher, Tom Fletcher, Steve Fred Long and Jeff Long.

Mangham, George Carvin
Jackson Progress Argus 9 Sep 1932
Death of an Infant
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs, G. J. Mangham sympathize with them in the death of their infant son, George Carvin, which occurred Saturday morning. Besides its parents the child is survived by four sisters, Ida Lou, Gertrude, Irene, Mattie Clyde and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Young and Mr. W. P. Mangham.

Mangham, Grady
  The Jackson Progress-Argus January 6, 1922
Mr. Grady Mangham Falls On Last Sleep.
     Friends of Mr. Grady Mangham will be sorry to learn of his death, which occurred Monday morning at his home near Jenkinsburg. Mr. Mangham had been practically an invalid all his life.
     The funeral services were held Tuesday morning at eleven o'clock at County Line church.
     Mr. Mangham is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. T. Mangham; two brothers, George and Gus Mangham; three sisters, Mrs. Tom Davis, Misses Lizzie and Lou Mangham.

Mangham Infant
  Butts County Progress August 9, 1912
Infant Dead.
     Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Mangham have the sympathy of their friends in the death of their three months old infant. Interment was at Towaliga Sunday.

Mangham, James Wiley A.
Jackson Progress-Argus 22 Oct 1953
Wiley Mangham Taken By Death
     Wiley A. Mangham, 87, died at his home near Jackson at 1:30 a. m. Monday after an illness of two or three years.
     Mr. Mangham, retired farmer, was born in Butts county March 11, 1866, son of W. A. Mangham and Mrs. Nancy Thaxton Mangham. Widely read and well informed on questions of the day, as well as the scriptures, Mr. Mangham was a member of the Towalga, Baptist Church.
     Survivors are his wife, the former Miss Eva Belle Grant; six sons, Waler, Raymond and James Mangham of Griffin; Fred, Milton and GIenn Mangham of Jackson; six daughters, Mrs. J. R., Pettigrew of Evansville, Ind.; Mrs. J. Q. Washington of High Point, N. C.; Mrs. J. A. Turner of Jackson; Mrs. R. R. Duffey of Carrollton; Mrs. W. C. Crawford of Milner and Miss Allie Belle Mangham of Jackson; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren. Also surviving is one brother, J. R. Mangham of Zebulon, and a sister, Mrs. Annie Cornwell of Atlanta.
     Funeral services were held at Towaliga Baptist Church Tuesday at 3 p. m. with Rev. R. B. Harrison of Griffin officiating. Burial was in the churchyard under the direction of Peacock & Ball Funeral Home.
     The pallbearers were Forrest Washington, L. J. Washington, L. R. Washington, Leonard Washington, Otis Mangham, Early Grant.

Mangham, Mary Ida Lynch
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Dec 1930
Mrs. W. F. Mangham Summoned by Death
     The death of Mrs. W. F. Mangham, 64 years of age, occurred Monday night at the home of her daughter, Mrs. D. A Thaxton near Jackson. Death, which followed a short illness, caused regret to a host of relatives and friends.
     Mrs. Mangham was born and reared in the county and was widely admired for her many traits of character. She is survive by her husband; three daughters, Mrs. T. L. Young and Mrs. Ed Copeland, of Henry county; two sons, G. J. Mangham, of McDonough and Otis Mangham, of Locust Grove.
     Funeral services were held at County Line church Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock with Rev. T. J. Thaxton officiating. Interment was in the churchyard.Martin, Nathan Mr.
Jackson Progress Argus June 17, 1930
 
Mangham, Mary Malissa
  Middle Georgia Argus September 23, 1884
     Miss Malissa Mangham, daughter of our fellow citizen Mr. Willis A. Mangham, of Coody's district, died at eleven o'clock last night (Monday). It is but a year or two since this young lady was in the perfect bloom of young womanhood with as fair prospects for a long and happy life as could be wished for, but alas! That fell destroyer, consumption, began to eat away her health and strength, and with other attendant diseases has brought her to an untimely grave. Tis sad indeed, for one so young fair to be taken away, but, "All things work together for good, to them that love God, etc."

Mangham, Maude Bohannon
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Sep 1972
Liberty Rites Sunday For Mrs. Mangham
     Mrs. Maude Bohannon Mangham, 75, of Route 2, Jackson, died unexpectedly Friday, September 22nd, at the Westbury Medical Care Home in Jenkinsburg where she had been residing for six years.
     She was born November 22, 1897 in Lamar County and was the widow of Mr. William Henry Mangham of Butts County. She was a member of Liberty Baptist Church.
     Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon at three o'clock from the Liberty Baptist Church with Rev. Roy Vaughn, pastor, and Rev. Theodore Terry, chaplain, Westbury Medical Care Home, officiating. Interment was in the Liberty Church yard cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Survivors include four daughters, Mrs. Frances Cook of Jackson, Mrs. Ella Mae King, Ft. Walton Beach, Fla., Mrs. Juanita Crane of Macon, Mrs. JoAnne Cleveland of Tucker; three sons, Willis Richard Mangham of Atlanta, Curtis F. Mangham of Atlanta and William H. Mangham of Jackson; three half sisters, Miss Mattie Washington of Griffin, Mrs. Frances Grant of Griffin and Mrs. Mary Cargile of Jonesboro; 17 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren.

Mangham, Raymond Ralph, Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 01 Feb 1984
     Raymond Ralph Mangham Sr.,. 83, of 124 Fourth St., Griffin, died Thursday at his residence.
     Mr. Mangham was born in Butts County but had lived most of his life in Griffin. He was a member of McIntosh Baptist Church and was a retired employee of Dundee Mills.
     Survivors inc lude his wife, Mrs. Rosella Taylor Mangham; daughter, Mrs. Lucy Lavender of Hampton; son, Raymond Ralph Mangham Jr. of Griffin; stepsons, Hubert Brown, Melvin A. Brown, and David T. Brown, all of Griffin; sIsters, Mrs. Nolie Washington of Forest Park, Mrs. Bertha Pettigrew of McDonough, and Mrs. Myrtle Crawford of Milner; brothers, James Mangham of Griffin and Milton and Glenn Mangham, both of Jackson; 18 grandchildren eight great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Woodlawn Funeral Home in Griffin with the Rev. Russell Craddock and the Rev. Ed Galbreath officiating. Burial was in the Pleasant Hill Methodist Church cemetery in Lamar County.
     Woodlawn Funeral Home of Griffin was in charge of arrangements.

Mangham, Rebecca Bush
Jackson Progress Argus 02 Aug 1973
Mrs. Mangham Died In Barnesville
     Mrs. Rebecca Bush Mangham, 81, of 155 Stafford Avenue, Barnesville, widow of Mr. Lorie James Mangham, Sr., died early Thursday morning at her residence.
     A native of Pike County, Mrs. Mangham made her home in Barnesville most of her life. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Barnesville.
     Funeral services for Mrs. Mangham were held Friday at 2:30 o'clock from the First Baptist Church in Barnesville with Rev. Brantley Harwell and Dr. Wesley W. Martin officiating. Interment was in the Greenwood Cemetery in Barnesville with Haisten Funeral Home of Barnesville in charge of arrangements.
     Survivors include one son, Lorie J. Mangham Jr. of Barnesville, operator of Deer Trail Golf Club in Butts County; two daughters, Miss Reba Mangham of Arlington, Texas, Mrs. Jane Meixel of Tallahassee, Fla.; five sisters, Mrs. J. N. Zellner of East Point, Miss Ester Bush, Mrs. Berner Means, and Mrs. Ben Bush, all of Barnesville, Mrs. Willis McClain of Anderson, S. C.; two brothers, Milton Bush and Joe Bush of Barnesville; four grandchildren; one great grandchild.

Mangham, Ruby Duke
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Mar 1994
     Ruby Duke Mangham of Jenkinsburg died Sun., March 6, at the Georgia Baptist Medical Center in Atlanta.
     Funeral services were held Tues., March 8, at the Jenkinsburg United Methodist Church with Rev. Stan Ayer and Dr. Anne Nell Fletcher officiating. Interment was in the Jenkinsburg City Cemetery.
     Mrs. Mangham was bom Aug. 23, 1912 in Butts County, daughter of the late Robert Lee Duke and Missie Thompson Duke. She was a member of the Jenkinsburg Methodist Church.
     Survivors include husband, Otis Mangham of Jenkinsburg; daughter, Paula Lyle of Jackson; daughter-in-law, Emily Mangham of McDonough; brother, Hollis Duke of Flovilla; sister, Jewell Johnson of Jackson; three grandchildren; four great grandchildren; a great great grandchild; and several nieces and nephews.
     Sherrell Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Mangham, Ruth Ola
  Butts County Progress August 4, 1916
Coody.
     The many friends of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Mangham will regret to know of the death of their little daughter, which occurred Monday morning about 7 o'clock after a severe illness.
  
Mangham, Walter Laney
Jackson Progress-Argus, April 19, 1962
Walter Mangham Buried Friday at Towaliga Rites
     The body of Walter Laney Mangham, 67, of Route 3, Jackson, was discovered about 1 a.m. Thursday in a wooded area near his home with a bullet wound in his head, ruled by a Butts County Coroner's jury to have been "self inflicted."
     Mr. Mangham, who retired last year from long employment at Dundee No. 1, Griffin, reportedly left home shortly before noon Wednesday on a business trip to Jackson. When he failed to return a search was instigated and continued into the morning hours despite severe thunderstorms and driving rain. His car was discovered in a wooded lane about a mile distance from his home, and an intensified search led to discovery of his body. Butts Coroner Doyal J. Bennett empaneled a jury which returned the verdict of a self inflicted wound.
     Born in Butts county, Mr. Mangham, the son of Wiley Mangham, deceased, and Mrs. Eva Grant Mangham, who survives was a member of Towaliga Baptist Church. He was a veteran of World War I.
     Funeral services were held Friday morning at 10:30 from Haisten's Chapel in Jackson with the Rev. Wendell Hurt officiating. Interment was in Towaliga Baptist Church cemetery.
     He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mildred Holston Mangham; mother, Mrs. Eva Grant Mangham; one daughter, Miss Rosalind Mangham, Jackson' two sons, Reginald Mangham and Francis Mangham, Griffin; five sisters, Mrs. Nolie Washington, High Point, N. C.; Mrs. Bertha PEttigrew, Evansville, Indiana; Mrs. Carrie Duffy, Carrollton' Mrs. Rosalee Turner, Jackson; Mrs. Myrtle Crawford, Milner; five brothers, James Mangham and Raymond Mangham, Griffin; Fred Mangham, Milton Mangham and Glenn Mangham, all of Jackson; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Robert Smith, C. A. Turner, Walter Turner, Davis Turner, Marvin Mangham, Rudy Mangham.

Mangham, William Austin
Butts County Progress Dec 12 1907
Mr. Mangham Passes Away at Home of His Son
     Mrs. W. A. Mangham, aged about sixty-five, and one of Butts County's most admirable citizens died at the home of his son, Mr. Wiley MAngham with whom he was residing, Sunday morning.
     Cancer on his face was the cause of his death he having suffered with the disease for the past few years.
     The burial took place at Towaliga church Monday morning at eleven o'clock.
     Mr. Mangham's death is generally regretted by a large circle of friends. He was a man of many Christian traits, and much of his life was devoted to serving his fellow man. In his sickness he doubtless had the consolation of duty done, for many living there be whom he has nursed into health and scores dead there are in the presence of whose sickness he spent many a silent hour of the night.
     He was a confederate solider of the 30th Georgia Regiment.

Mangham, William H.
Jackson Progress Argus 01 May 1975
Mr Mangham Died On Tuesday
     Mr. William H. Mangham, 87, of 560 Ninth Street NW Atlanta, died Tuesday, April 22nd.
     Mr. Mangham was born in Jackson and was a retired nurseryman.
     Funeral services were held Thursday morning, April 24th, at 11:30 o'clock at Spring Hill. Interment was in Westview Cemetery.
     Mr. Mangham is survived by five daughters, Mrs. H.T. Johns of Thomaston, Mrs.
Roy H. Jones, and Mrs. Velma Harper, both of Atlanta, Mrs. Dorothy Lindsey of East Point, and Mrs. Hazel Mathis of Acworth; two sons, W. F. Mangham of Decatur and Orris L. Mangham of Forest Park.
     
Mangham, William Henry
  Jackson Progress-Argus, May 6, 1948.
W. H. Mangham Taken by Death.
     William Henry Mangham, 76, died at his home near Lloyd Shoals April 30 after an illness of several months. He suffered injuries in a fall several months ago and never recovered completely.
     Born in Butts county September 5, 1871, he was a son of Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Mangham. He was a member of Towaliga Baptist church.
     Surviving are his wife, the former Miss Maude Bohannon; three sons, Willis R., William H. Jr., and Curtis Felton Mangham; four daughters, Miss Mattie Frances Mangham, Mrs. Franklin King, Misses Juanita and Joanne Mangham; two brothers, J. W. Mangham of Jackson and Robert Mangham of Pike county; one sister, Mrs. Annie Cornwell of Fulton County; four grandchildren.
     Funeral services were to be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Liberty church.
Mangham, Willis Franklin
Jackson Progress-Argus 23 Nov 1934
Mr. W. F. Mangham Is Called by Death
     Mr. Willis Franklin Mangham, 73 years of age, died at the home of his brother, Mr. W. H. Mangham, Tuesday morning at 2 o'clock. Death followed a long and painful illness.
     Mr. Mangham was a well known resident of the county and had many friends who were pained to know of his passing. He was a member of the Methodist church and possessed the confidence and esteem of his associates.
     He is survived by two sons, Otis, of Jackson, and George, of Griffin; three daughters, Mrs. Ed Copeland and Mrs. Lawrence Young, of Henry county; and Mrs. Dewey Thaxton, of Butts county; three brothers, Messrs J. W. and W. H. Mangham, of Butts county and J . R. Mangham, of Pike county; three sisters, Mrs. W. D. Cornwell of Butts county, Mrs. W. F. Bearden, of Monticello and Mrs. H. H. Jones, of Griffin.
     Funeral services were held at County Line church Wednesday morning at 11 o'clock, with Rev. T. J. Thaxton officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery.

Mangham, Willis Richard
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Feb 1993
     Willis Richard Mangham died Mon., Feb. 15, at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Atlanta.
     Graveside services were held Wednesday at the Liberty Baptist Church Cemetery in Butts County with Rev. Gene Sellers officiating.
     Mr. Mangham was born Aug. 3, 1917 in Butts County, son of the late William Henry Mangham and the late Maude Bohannon Mangham. He was a retired auto body mechanic and a veteran of World War II. Mr. Mangham was of the Baptist faith.
     Survivors include sisters Francis Cook of Forsyth, Ella Mae King of Ft. Walton Beach, Fla., Juanita Crane of Macon and Joann Cleveland of Tucker; and several nieces and nephews.
     Sherrell Funeral Home in Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Manghams, Lizzie
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Dec 1992
     Lizzie Manghams of Forsyth died at Hilltop Nursing Home.
     Funeral services were held Dec. 7 at the Trimier Memorial Chapel in Jackson. Interment was in Macedonia cemetery.
     Survivors include sister Savannah Adams and several nieces and nephews.
     Trimier Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Manley, Augusta
  The Jackson Progress-Argus April 11, 1924
Little Girl Dies As Result Of Burns.
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. Theo Manley of Spalding county, sympathize with them deeply in the death of their four year old daughter, Augusta, who passed away Thursday, April 3, as the result of burns suffered about a month ago. The child was thought to be improving from the burns, sustained when her dress caught before an open grate, but complications developed and her strength was unequal to the strain. A bright and promising child, of sweet manners and sunny disposition, she was the pet of the home and her passing came as a great shock to the family. Besides her parents she is survived by a brother, Theo, Jr., two years old; her grandmother, Mrs. Augustus Manley and her grandfather, Mr. F. M. Hedges.
     Funeral services were conducted Friday at Union church, Dr. L. M. Latimer, pastor of the Griffin Baptist church.
  
Manley, Claude
  Middle Georgia Argus May 6, 1884
A Sad Accident.
     The most horrible accident that has shocked this community in many years occurred on the East Tennessee Virginia & Georgia R.R. at Dames Ferry, thirty miles below here, on Tuesday evening of last week in which young Mr. Claude Manley was killed.
     No doubt, most of our readers have heard the particulars, but perhaps a brief statement of the facts will not be out of place here. Ever since the railroad has been in operation, young Manley had been charmed with railroad affairs, and has all the time been anxious to become a practical railroader. Having been a boy of winning manners, had gained the acquaintance of all the railroad hands and officers of this part of the line, and had the promise of the position of flagman to begin about the day of his death, and for the preceding week had been running over the road especially for the purpose of learning his duties. At the time of the accident he was uncoupling a coal car from the tender of the engine, in making what railroad men call a running switch, and in loosing his balance fell in front of the car and was run over, the wheels of the same passing over his thigh and hip, crushing and mangling him so fearfully that he died in two or three quarter hours. He was immediately carried to Macon, where the best surgeons of the city attended him but could do him no good. His father, R. C. Manley, was immediately telegraphed for, but did not reach his side until an hour after he died. Notwithstanding the horrible crush he had but little pain, and was perfectly conscious until the last, and died, fully knowing his condition and expressed a perfect willingness to go, said he was not afraid to meet death.
     His remains were brought to Jackson by his father, and the writer, who met them at Holton, where they were met at the depot
     By a large number of his friends and placed in the handsome hearse of Crum & McKibben and conducted to his fathers dwelling, where they lay in state until four o'clock in the afternoon, when they were conveyed to the city cemetery and buried with impressive ceremonies. We never saw a people more deeply shocked at an accident. Hardly a dry eye could be seen as the long cortege followed his remains to their last resting place. The whole people seemed to go out with their sympathies to the bereaved family in their grief stricken hour.
     We extend our condolence to Mr. Manley and his family in their sadness and would ask them to submit to the ruling of an All Wise Being. We regret as much as any one to loose friend Claude, but trust and believe from his last words, that he is in a "Brighter World than this". He had just entered his seventeenth year, and was a well developed man for one of his age.

Manley, Elijah
  The Jackson Argus February 14, 1902
     A Griffin dispatch to the Atlanta Journal, dated February 10th, says: "Mr. Elijah Manley, a prominent and well-known citizen of this county, died at his home six miles east of Griffin, at 4 o'clock yesterday morning, of Bright's disease. Mr. Manley was about 70 years of age, a bachelor, and left considerable property, which he accumulated by hard work and frugal habits." Mr. Manley was well and favorably known in Jackson, where he had relatives and many warm friends.
     Captain L. D. Watson and Z. T. Buttrill went to Griffin, Monday to attend the funeral of Mr. Elijah Manley.
  
Manley, Emory Brentice
Jackson Progress Argus 06 Jan 1972
Emory Manley Dies After Short Illness

     Funeral services for Mr. Emory Brentice Manley of 10 Seventh Street, Jackson, were conducted Thursday afternoon at three o'clock from the chapel of Pittman-Rawls Funeral Home in Griffin. Mr. Doyle Moore officiated with interment in Old Hebron Cemetery in Concord. Pittman-Rawls Funeral Home of Griffin was in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Manley died Tuesday morning, December 28th, following a short illness. He was a native of Pike County and had made his home in Jackson for two years. He was a retired carpenter and a member of the Neal Baptist Church.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Alma Henderson Manley of Jackson; four daughters, Mrs. Eleanor Cole of Atlanta, Mrs. Frances Reither of Miami, Fla., Mrs. Eloise Ackiss of Griffin and Mrs. Carolyn Barron of Dixon, Mo.; a son, William P. Couch of Jackson; a sister, Mrs. Evie Lee Stowe of Jackson; a brother, Frank Manley of Griffin; 16 grandchildren.

Manley, George T., Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 01 Oct 1959
Heart Seizure Last Week Claims G. T. Manley Sr.
     George T. Manley Sr., 63, prominent Decatur attorney and widely known in Butts county, died of a heart attack Tuesday night, Sept. 22, at his home at 312 Hill St.
     He was the son of Richard Manley, a Henry county Methodist circuit rider, and had lived in the Atlanta area for more than 40 years. He was a graduate of Atlanta Law School. Before entering private law practice, Mr. Manley was a Georgia Power Company credit manager. He was a member of the Decatur First Baptist Church.
     Survivors include his wife, the former Nora Claire Parker; a son, George T. Manley Jr., Decatur; and a sister, Mrs. Margaret Smering, Atlanta.

Manley, Infant
  Middle Georgia Argus November 25, 1890
     The Argus extends its sympathies to Mr. R. C. Manley and lady in the loss of their little child whose death occurred on Friday of last week.

Manley, Lucile Hodges
Jackson Progress Argus 31 May 1956
Services Are Held Saturday For Mrs. Theo Manley
     Funeral services for Mrs. Lucile Hodges Manley, 59, were held Saturday morning at 11 o'clock from the Chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Griffin. The Rev. H. M. Lindsey and the Rev. Frank Crawley officiated.
     Interment was in the Union Baptist cemetery in Spalding county. Mrs. Manley, a sister of Mrs. Paul Tyler of Jackson, was the widow of the late Theo Manley. She died Thursday night at the Griffin-Spalding Hospital where she had been employed for several years.
     Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. M. E. Corum of Eglin Air Force Base, Fla.; two sisters, Mrs. Paul Tyler of Jackson and Mrs. J. F. McCart of Atlanta; two grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
          
Manley, Mabel Newton
Jackson Progress Argus 07 Nov 1990
     Mrs. Mabel Newton Manley, 53, of Forsyth. died Thursday in a Monroe County hospital.
     The funeral was held Sunday, Nov. 4, at Andrew A. Dillon and Son Funeral Home in Forsyth, with the Rev. Ernest Orr officiating. Burial was in Liberty Hill Baptist Church cemetery in Butts County.
     A native of Baton Rouge, La., Mrs. Manley was the daughter of the late Phal Earl and Pauline Woodcock Newton. She was a homemaker and was a member of the AARP.
     Survivors include her daughter, Shelia Faulkner of Jackson; son, Jim Manley Jr. of Mountain View, Calif; sister, Betty Jo Tinsley of Sacramento, Calif; brothers, Ted Adkins of Chowchilla, Calif, and Billy Newton and Phal Earl Newton, both of Sacramento, Calif; and five grandchildren.
     Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Manley, Mary E McCord
  Middle Georgia Argus February 19, 1889
A Sad Death.
     A feeling of sadness was thrown over the entire town on Sunday morning by the announcement that Mrs. R. C. Manley had breathed her last. She had been suffering for some days with pneumonia, and at 10 o'clock Sunday morning the grim monster claimed his victim and she quietly fell asleep to wake no more on earth. Her mortal remains were interred in the city cemetery from the Methodist church on Monday at 3 o'clock, Rev. M. H. Dillard conducting the funeral. The Argus offers its condolences to the bereaved family and friends.

Manley, Raymond R.
Jackson Progress Argus 2 Jun 1933
Former Jackson Citizen Dies at Home in Atlanta
     The death of Mr. R. R. Manley, 59 years of age, former well known resident of Jackson, which occurred on May 25, brought regret to relatives and friends here. Mr. Manley had been in declining health for several months.
     He was born and reared in Jackson and was connected with a pioneer Butts county family. For many years Mr. Manley had made his home in Atlanta and was formerly terminal supervisor of the Railway Express Agency, Inc. He gave up that connection last September on account of failing health.
     Mr. Manley is survived by his wife, and two sons, Stewart and James Manley; a daughter, Miss Mary ManIey ; a step-daughter, Miss Bertie Jepson; a half-brother, George Manley; his mother, Mrs. Virginia Manley; four sisters, Mrs. Annie Outhouse and Mrs. Leila Spencer, of Jackson; Mrs. Lewis Fox, of Chattanooga, and Mrs. Edward Smering, of Norfolk.
     Funeral services were held Saturday morning at 10 o'clock, with Rev. W. J. DeBardeleben officiating. Interment was in Oakland cemetery.

Manley, Sara Folds
Jackson Progress Argus 04 Mar 1981
Manley Rites Held Thursday
     Graveside services for Mrs. Sara Folds Manley, 77, were held Thursday afternoon at 4 o'clock in the Fellowship Presbyterian Church cemetery with the Rev. Joe Parham officiating.
     Mrs. Manley, a native of Butts County, was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Folds. She was a member of the Towaliga Baptist Church and a former employee of the Kyrn Co. in Jackson.
     Survivors include several cousins.
     Claude A. McKibben Funeral Home of Hogansville had Charge of arrangements.
Manley, Wash
  Middle Georgia Argus July 14, 1891
     Mr. Wash Manley, formerly of Spalding county, died at home near Hollonville in Pike county, on Sunday July 5th after a long illness. He was well known to many of our readers who will here of his demise with sore regret.
  
Manley, William A.
  Jackson Progress Argus, August 23, 1945
Lieut. Manley Declared Killed Over Germany
Son of Former Resident Served in Air Corps and Had Brilliant Record
His Father was Notified.
     Friends in Jackson and Butts county of Col. George T. Manley, former resident of this city but now living in Atlanta, are sorry to know that Mr. Manley was advised August 6 that his son, Lt. William A. Manley, Air Corps, was killed in action over Germany March 18, 1944. He had been reported missing since that date and the family and friends held hope that good news would be received from the young officer.
     Col Manley resided in Jackson until a few years ago. He is related to many Butts county families and retains a deep interest in the county of his birth.
     The following notice of the death of Lieut. Manley is taken from the August 16 edition of the Dekalb New Era:
     Official determination of death has been recorded by the War Department ofr Lt. William A. Manley, B-17 bombardier, son of George T. Manley, of 820 East Lake Drive, and Mrs. Herbert Finch, of 202 Kings highway.
     Holder of the distinguished Flying Cross and the air medal with three oak clusters, the young bombardier was reported missing in action over Germany on March 18, 1944. On August 6, his father received official notice of death.
     Entering service in September, 1942, he was sent overseas in September, 1943, to serve with the eighth air Force and was stationed in England. He had completed 15 missions at the time of his death.
     In a letter explaining the details of Mr. Manley's death, the pilot of the plane states that Lt, Manley had just shot down three German fighters and talked with him over the intercommunications phone when, seconds later, the plane was hit and exploded in the air. Five of the crew were saved and five were killed.
     Lt. Manley was a member of the First Baptist church in Decatur.
     He was a graduate of Georgia Military College, Milledgeville, and completed two years at Clemson college, S. C. Prior to entering the service, he was a sales representative for Coca Cola company with headquarters in Dallas, Texas.

Manley, William A., Lt.
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Apr 1944
Lt. W. A. Manley Reported Missing In Combat Duty
Son of George T. Manley Former Resident of Jackson, Was on Fortress Flying over Germany
     Friends here of Col. George Manley, Atlanta attorney former resident of Jackson, share him in the anxiety he feels in news that his son, Second Lieutenant William A. Manley, is reported as missing in action over Germany.
     He has been reported missing since March 18 when the Flying Fortress of which he was a member failed to return from a mission over Germany.
     Lieut. Manley was educated at Georgia Military College and completed his education at Clemson College, S. C. Before entering the service he was connected with the
Coca Cola Company of Atlanta. He had seen active duty with the AirCorp. for several months and recently had served overseas.
     A splendid young man of education and ability, Lieut. Manley had many friends in this section hope that good news will be received from him later.
     His father was born and reared in Jackson and was connected in business here before going to Atlanta where he studied law and is now widely known member of the Full county bar. His grandmother is the late Mrs. Virginia Manley who resided in Jackson for many year.

Manley, William Anthony
Jackson Progress Argus 10 May 1995
     William Anthony Manley of Atlanta died Thursday, May 4.
     Funeral services were held Saturday, May 6, in the chapel of Howard L. Carmichael & Sons in East Point with Rev. Howard Rhodes officiating. Interment was in the Cabin Creek Baptist Church cemetery in Commerce.
     Mr. Manley was born in Jackson County.
     Survivors include mother, Annie Lou Manley of Atlanta; father, W. A Manley of Decatur; sister, Brenda Shockley of Titusville, FL; nephews, Nicholas Jones and Garrett Shockley; and aunts, Lottie McGinnis of Commerce and Ruth Howington of Jefferson.

Mann, James
Jackson Progress Argus 27 Jun 1990
     James Mann,. 47, of Route 2, Forsyth, died June 17.
     Funeral services were held on Wednesday, June 20, at Coleman Clark A M. E. Church in Forsyth, with Elder Lacy Thompson officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.
     Mr. Mann was born in Monroe County on May 14, 1943.
     He was a member of Coleman Clark A. M. E. Church.
     Survivors include his wife, Annie Ruth Mann of Forsyth; children, Eundra, Sharon. Jamie, Dawn, Derrick, Valencier, and Jamaine, all of Forsyth; his mother, Martha Mann of Forsyth; sisters, Evelyn Mann and Martha Webb, both of Forsyth, Doris Soloman, Essie Mae Thomas and Luester Gunn, all of Atlanta; brothers, David Mann
and Forrest Slaton of Forsyth, and John W. Slaton and Arthur Slaton of Jackson; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews.
     Trimier - Jackson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Mann, Mary Susan Maddox
The Jackson Argus March 1, 1901
     Mrs. Susan Mann, widow of the late R. P. Mann died near Fincherville last week and the body was buried at Sardis church cemetery on Saturday

Mann, Randy
Jackson Progress Argus 07 Aug 1991
     Mr. Randy Mann, 26, of Cenie Road, in Indian Springs died July 28 from intjuries sustained after being struck by a car.
     The funeral was held Saturday, Aug. 3, at New Bethel Grove Baptist Church in Monticello, with the Rev. Luther Solomon officiating. Burial wits in the Bethal Grove cemetery.
     Mann was a 1983 graduate of Jackson High School. He was a member Of New Bethel Grove Baptist Church.
     Survivors include his wife, Bridgette Thurman Mann; daughters, Shayla Nicquel, Kasheda Janae, and TaCorria SJiBneece Mann; son, Niykemian Jamaul Mall, all of Indian Springs; parents, Willie James and Ajinie Laura Mann of Flovilla; brothers, Kenny and Edward Mann of Flovilla, Jarmarcus Johnson of Jackson, and Jimmy Goodrum of McDonough; sisters, Yolonda and Feronda Goodrum of Jackson, Chanta Goodrum of McDonough; grandmother, Ruby Nash of Flovilla; mother-in-law, Vergilene Thurman of Indian Springs; aunts, Linda Mann of Jenkinsburg and Mattie Sands of Atlanta; uncles, Marvin Sands of Atlanta and Frank Jenkins of Monticello; four brothers-in-law and three sisters-in-law.
     Trimier Funeral Home in Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Mann, Richard P.
The Jackson Argus July 19, 1895
     We are sorry to inform our readers of the death of Mr. Richard Mann, of Worthville. He died Monday night and was buried at Sardis church on Tuesday. He was a good old man, and his relatives have our sympathy.

Mann, Sarah Frances James
Jackson Progress Argus 9 May 1984
     Mrs. Sarah Frances Mann, of 478 Lakeside Road, Griffin, died May 1 at Georgia Baptist Hospital where she was admitted two weeks before.
     A native of Henry County, Mrs. Mann was the daughter of the late Rayford James and Emma Marshall James. She was a member of the New Hope Baptist Church in Pike County.
     Survivors include her husband, Clifford Mann Jr.; sons, Wayne Pike of Jackson and Douglas Pike of Barnesville; daughters, Linda Cowart of Stockbridge and Nancy Stansell of Griffin; sisters, Trudie Byars, Myrtice Strong and Lucille Smith, all of Jackson.
     Services were held Thursday in the New Hope Baptist Church with the Rev. Wiley Virden, the Rev. Steve Blackmon, and the Rev. Tommy Jordan officiating. Entombment was in the Oak Hill Mausoleum.
     Haisten Funeral Home, of Griffin was in charge of arrangements.

Mann, William A.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus January 27, 1928
Former Butts Citizen Passes In Florida Home.
     News of the death of Mr. William A. Mann, former Butts county citizen, which occurred January 22, at his home in Lakeland, Fla., has been received here. Friends and relatives here will regret to learn of his passing.
     Funeral services were held Monday afternoon in Lakeland, with interment in Oakhill cemetery.
     Mr. Mann was born in Butts county December 26, 1854 and in 1895 he established his home in Florida, moving to Marion county where he resided for a year. Later he moved to Lakeland and resided for ten years then moved to Fort Meade and lived there until a few months ago when he returned to Lakeland. He was a retired jeweler and well known resident of Polk county.
     Surviving him besides his wife, Mrs. Emma Elizabeth Mann, are four daughters, Mrs. J. W. Parker, of Fort Meade, Mrs. N. E. Mooney, of Plant City, Mrs. E. L. Channey, of Ft. Green, Mrs. D. J. Byrnes, of Haines City and five sons, W. Edgar Mann, of Tarpon Springs, Luther F. Mann, of Orlando, Herbert A. Mann, of New York City, Orion G. Mann, of Lakeland, W. Malcolm of Orlando. His son Orion Mann is principal of the Dixieland grammar school of this city.

Mann, Willie Morris
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Nov 1986
     Willie Morris Mann, 40, of Route 2, Forsyth, died Nov. 18 at the Monroe County Hospital following a lengthy illness.
     The funeral was held Saturday at Coleman Clark A.M.E. Church in Forsyth with the Revs. E. P. Roberts and E. Carnell officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.
     Mr. Mann was born in Monroe County and was a member of Coleman Clark A.M.E. Church.
     Survivors include his wife, Lilia Mann of Detroit, Mich.; son, Willie Morris Mann of Detroit; mother, Martha Head of Forsyth; sisters, Evelyn Mann and Martha Webb, both of Forsyth; brothers, James and David Mann, both of Forsyth; several nephews, nieces, aunts, and uncles.
     Trimier - Jackson Funeral Services was in charge of arrangements.

Manning, Homer
Jackson Progress Argus 21 Oct 1937
Two Die As Result Blazed In Atlanta
Homer Manning and J. R. Hightower Both Known in Butts County Where They Resided for Some Time
     Homer Manning, 45, an Atlanta painter and J. R. Hightower, 45, his helper, of Stockbridge, died Monday as the result of burns suffered in an explosion of benzine fumes in the Atlanta Terminal Station early Monday.
     Two other persons were injured Manning and Hightower were painting the negro women's rest room at the Terminal Station when the explosion occurred.
     The two men were on a scaffold 18 feet above the floor and were hurled to the floor by the force of the explosion. They ran screaming to the adjoining waiting , where aid was offered in smothering the fire. Both died from their burns several hours later at Atlanta hospitals.
     Mr. Manning was born and reared near Jenkinsburg and resided here until a few years age when he moved to Atlanta for permanent residence. He was well known to many of the people of the county and married Miss Trenton Thurston, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. T. Thurston, of Jenkinsburg. He is survived by his wife; mother, Mrs. John A. Manning; a daughter, Mrs. P. O. Ard, and three sons, John H., George W. and W.T. Manning; three brothers, J. C., H. A. and H. H. Manning and one sister, Mrs. J. A. Wilson.
     Funeral services were held from the Jenkinsburg Baptist church Wednesday morning at 11 o'clock and interment was in the church cemetery.
     Mr. Hightower, native of Stockbridge, was agent for the Southern Railway at Jackson some years ago. He is remembered by many of the citizens of the community. He is survived by his wife and father and a son, Sam Hightower; a brother, R. H. Hightower two sisters, Mrs. Pierce Wingard and Mills Cora Hightower. He married the former Miss Ward McWilliams, of Stockbridge.
     Funeral services were held at the Stockbridge Methodist church Wednesday morning at 10:30 and interment was in the church cemetery.
     Friends of the unfortunate men were distressed to learn of the tragedy.

Mansour, Frances
Jackson Progress Argus 18 Aug 1955
Mrs. Mansour Died Sunday In Jackson Home
     Funeral services for Mrs. Tom (Frances) Mansour, who died Sunday morning in Jackson, were held Tuesday at noon in Atlanta's Immaculate Conception Church.
     Mrs. Mansour was visiting Mrs. H. Deraney at her home on East Third Street. Her death was discovered Sunday morning about 8 a. m., having resulted from a heart attack during the night.
     Mrs. Mansour was the mother-in-law of Mrs. Abraham Mansour, the former Miss Rosa Deraney of Jackson.
     Father Donald R. Kiernan officiated at the last rites. Interment was in the Westview, Cemetery under the direction of J. Austin Dillon Funeral Home.
     Pallbearers were Steve Najjar, Earnest Najjar, George Mansour III, Joseph Salome, Frank M. Maloof, Joseph M. Maloof.

Mansour, Rosa Deraney
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Dec 1992
     Rosa Deraney Mansour of Atlanta died Thurs., Dec. 17, at the Spalding Regional Hospital in Griffin.
     A rosary service was held Saturday in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson and the Mass of the Resurrection at the St. Joseph Maronite Church in Atlanta. Interment was in the Westview Cemetery in Atlanta.
     Mrs. Mansour was born Sept. 22, 1914 in Fulton County, daughter of the late Charlie and Annie Deraney, merchants and residents of Jackson. She was the widow of Abraham Mansour.
     She and her husband operated Mansour's Department Store in Douglasville for many years.
     Mrs. Mansour was a member of the St. Joseph's Maronite Church in Atlanta.
     Survivors include brothers, David Deraney of Jackson, Eddie Deraney of Eatonton and Johnny Deraney of Sparta; sisters Adel Mitchell of Monticello, Mary Nicholas of Barnesville, Sadie Brown and Sara Brown, both of Jackson; and many nieces and nephews.
     Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
 
Mapp, Jerry J.
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Jan 1933
Mr. J . J . Mapp Passes at High Falls Home
     Mr. J. J. Mapp, 76 years of age, one of the best known men and business leaders in this section, passed away Saturday night at 11:40 at his home near High Falls. He had been in declining health for several months and recently suffered from influenza and pneumonia.
     Though a resident of Monroe county, Mr. Mapp was closely associated with affairs in Butts county. He was regarded as one of the leaders in his section and for a long number of years had been prominent in the affairs of the Farmers Union, serving as president and in other places of responsibility. He was president of the banners Union Warehouse Company for a term of years, resigning the past summer because of ill health. Mr. Mapp was devoted to the interests of agriculture and always threw his influence on the side of the farmer and the producer.
     To a peculiar degree Mr. Mapp possessed the confidence and esteem of his associates. He was a man of sterling integrity and of the highest, ideals of honesty and upright business dealings. He was likewise prominent and influential in the church, holding membership in the Providence Congregational Methodist church. His entire career was marked by constructive thought and leadership.
     Mr. Mapp is survived by his wife, formerly Mrs. Banks, of Monroe county; five daughters, Mrs. W. F. Proctor, of College Park; Mrs. W. B. Garr, of Monroe county; Mrs. G. G. Flynt, of Sanford, Fla.; Mrs. Frank Ham, of Atlanta, and Mrs. F. S. Cook, of Macon; one son, Mr. O. J. Mapp, of Monroe county. Funeral services were held at Paran church Monday morning at 11 o'clock, with his pastor, Rev. W. M. Black, of South Carolina, officiating. Interment was in the churchyard.

Mapp, John L., Dr.
  Jackson Argus April 27, 1900
Dr. J. L. Mapp Dead
     Dr. J. L. Mapp, for many years a prominent physician of this place died at the home of his sister in Rome, Ga., last Friday morning and was brought here for burial on Saturday.
     The funeral services were conducted at the Methodist church by Rev. S. H. Ledbetter on Saturday at 10 o'clock a.m.
     Dr. Mapp was a man who had many true friends and has been for many years one of our leading physicians. His wife died several months ago, and since that time his health has been failing and a nervous collapse was the cause of his death.
     Dr. Mapp selected Mr. J. M. Ball as the executor of his will which has been filed with the ordinary,

Application to Probate Will in Solemn Form
The Jackson Argus June 15, 1900
Propounder of Will John L. Mapp
     The above states application coming to be heard, and it appearing that notice thereof had not been given all the heirs at law of testator named in order theretofore granted by the court, and propounder moved an amendment naming the following persons as heirs at law of J. L. Mapp, testator, to-wit: C. H. Mapp of Meridian Miss,. E. S. Mapp, of Chicago, Ill., Annie Mapp, and Mrs. C. I. Walker, of Milledgeville, Ga., and Francis Wright, a minor of Macon, Ga. Said amendment being allowed by the court, it is ordered that Ida Fenner, Howard B. Fenner, Annie E. Curry, Annie Lawson Fenner, Lewis Curry and Fleta C. Banks, C. H. Mapp, E. S. Mapp, Annie Mapp, C. I. Walker, Francis Wright, appear the court of Ordinary to be held in and for said county on the first Monday in July next, then and there to show cause, if any exist, why the paper offered for probate by the petitioner, Jas. M. Ball, as the last will and testament of John L. Mapp, late of said county, deceased, should not be proven in solemn form and admitted to record as the last will and testament of said deceased, and that it further be ordered that the said Ida Fenner, Howard B. Fenner, Lewis Curry, Annie Mapp, C. I. Walker, and Frances Wright be served personally with a copy of the within petition and this order at least ten days before the next July term of this court, and that C. M. Mapp, E. S. Mapp and Fleta C. Banks reside out of the state of Georgia and can only be served by publication that they be cited and made a party by publication once a week for four weeks in The Jackson Argus, a newspaper published in the city of Jackson, Butts county, Georgia, before the July term, 1900, of said court of Ordinary
This 4th day of June 1900.
J. F. Carmichael Ordinary.
  
Mapp, Sarah E.
  The Jackson Argus November 3, 1899
Mrs. Mapp Dies.
     At her home in this city last Saturday morning Mrs. Dr. Mapp died after a lingering illness of about four months. Her body was laid to rest in the city cemetery at 3 o'clock p.m. on Sunday. A most appropriate funeral service was held at the residence by Rev. W. M. Winn, of the Methodist church. There was a large assemblage of friends present.
     Mrs. Mapp was the wife of Dr, J. L. Mapp, and with her husband had been a resident of Jackson for more than twenty-five years. They had no children of their own, but the hearts of both went out in tenderness to little children. Mrs. Mapp raised and educated Mrs. F. Z. Curry, nee Miss Annie Pye, who is among the noblest and truest of Jackson's charming women. After this young lady had been given away in marriage Mrs. Mapp took another little girl to share her home and receive from her the benefit of an education.
     A gentleman said on the streets last Saturday: "Years ago when I failed in business and was entirely without money and friends seemed few, Mrs. Mapp came to me one day and handed me $300 and told me to return it when I could. It was an act of kindness that I shall always remember with the sincerest gratitude." In the death of his companion Dr. Mapp sustains a severe loss, and to his sorrow The Argus offers him on behalf of the people earnest sympathy.

Mapp, Sarah J Heard
  The Jackson Progress-Argus July 26, 1918
Mrs. J. J. Mapp Killed By Bull
Enraged beast attacked her in lot
Tragedy a great shock
Prominent Monroe county lady mangled by supposed pet funeral held at Paron church Tuesday A.M.
     Attacked by a mad bull when she went to the lot to turn the cows to pasture Sunday morning, Mrs. J. J. Mapp, 52 years of age and one of the most highly respected women of Monroe county, died at her home near High Falls Sunday night of the injuries received. The victim was horribly bruised and mangled and her right arm was broken at the wrist. Internal injuries were also sustained and despite prompt medical attention Mrs. Mapp passed away at midnight Sunday.
     The infuriated beast attacked Mrs. Mapp in the lot, throwing her to the ground and trampling the body. Despite her wounds and pain she caught a ring in the bull's nose and held the beast until members of the family could come to her rescue. Mr. Mapp was about 800 yards from the house at the time and ran to her assistance when he heard her screams. Her daughters also ran to her rescue and when assistance arrived the animal was standing astride of the body. Mrs. Mapp's desperate fight with the mad bull having prevented her almost instant death.
     The animal, a Holstein, had been raised by Mrs. Mapp on a bottle and was considered a pet. Recently it had shown signs of becoming vicious but Mrs. Mapp did not think the animal would harm her. It had been dehorned, but the vicious animal did terrible execution with its head and feet, trampling the chest almost to a pulp.
     The unfortunate tragedy cast a gloom over the entire community. Mrs. Mapp was one of the most prominent women in Monroe county. She was highly respected by all who knew her and was a member of the Methodist church. Before her marriage she was a Miss Heard, of Monroe county. Her husband, Mr. J. J. Mapp, is a leader in his community, having served several terms as president of the Farmers Union of Butts county.
     Mrs. Mapp is survived by her husband and five daughters, Mrs. W. E. Proctor, Mrs. W. B. Garr, Mrs. Frank Ham and Misses Ethel and Ruby Mapp, all of Monroe county, and one step-son, Otis Mapp, who is a soldier at Camp Gordon. The family have the tender and heartfelt sympathy of hosts of friends in their great sorrow.
     Funeral services were held at Paron church in Monroe county Tuesday morning at 11 o'clock.

Marchman, Harold Franklin (Pete)
Jackson Progress Argus 04 Mar 1965
Pete Marchman Rites Tuesday At Pepperton
     Mr. Harold Franklin (Pete) Marchman, 39, died last week in the Cook County Hospital in Chicago, Ill. after being a patient there for about a week.
     Authorities in Chicago were unable to locate Mr. Marchman's relatives until Sunday, February 28, and the exact date of death and cause were not known Monday. His body arrived in Jackson Monday night.
     Born in Greene County, the son of the late James Henry Marchman and Mrs. Lucille Yearwood Marchman, he had lived in Jackson for a number of years before going north several years ago. He was a member of the Pepperton Baptist Church.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Elsie Fincher Marchman of Jackson; one daughter, Joyce Marchman of Jackson; one step-daughter, Mrs. Edwin McMichael of Jackson; two sons, Larry Marchman and Jimmy Marchman both of Jackson; three sisters, Mrs. Helen Goodman of Monticello, Mrs. Sara Miller of Atlanta and Mrs. Catherine Saunders of Jenkinsburg; five brothers, Russell Marchman of Jackson, Wallace Marchman of Oregon, Ralph Marchman of Cullman, Ala., Joseph Marchman of Jackson and Billy Marchman of Atlanta.
     Funeral services were conducted Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock from the Pepperton Baptist Church with the Rev. James Burleson, pastor, officiating. Interment was in the Pepperton Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Pallbearers were A. G. Cook, Thomas Lee James, Oren Fincher, Robert Fincher, Bill Mitchell and Frank Fincher.

Marchman, James Russell
Jackson Progress Argus 15 Mar 1973
Mr. Marchman Buried At Macedonia
     Mr. James Russell Marchman, 56, of Jackson, died about two o'clock Sunday morning at Sylvan Grove Hospital following an illness of five weeks. Mr. Marchman suffered a stroke at that time from which he never completely rallied.
     Born April 16, 1916 in Greene County near the town of White Plains, Mr. Marchman was the son of the late Mr. James Henry Marchman and Mrs. Lucile Yearwood Marchman. Mr. Marchman was employed by McDonough Power Equipment Company and. was a member of St. John's Lodge No. 45, F&AM. For many years he had followed a career as a barber and operated his own shop.
     Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at three o'clock from the Second Baptist Church with the Rev. A. L. Price, pastor, and Rev. Gary Cook officiating. Interment was in Macedonia Baptist Church Cemetery with Masons in charge of the graveside rites. Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Marchman is survived . by his wife, Mrs. Mardell Strawn Marchman, Jackson; a step-son, James C. Moss, Jr., San Antonio, Texas; three step-grandchildren; four brothers, Ralph Lamar Marchman of McDonough, Wallace Marchman of Oregon, Joseph Marchman of Jackson, and William C. Marchman of Stockbridge; three sisters, Mrs. Tom Goodman of Monticello, Mrs. James Miller of Austell, Mrs. Clay Saunders of Jenkinsburg; a large number of nieces and nephews.

Marchman, Joseph Lennie
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Mar 1980
Marchman Rites Held Tuesday
     Funeral services for Mr. Joseph Lennie Marchman 83, of Route One Flovilla were held Tuesday morning at 11:00 o'clock from Haisten's Chapel with the Rev. Ken Davidson officiating. Interment was in the White Plains cemetery in Greene County, under the direction of Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson. Mr. Marchman was pronounced dead on arrival early Monday morning at the Sylvan Grove Hospital.
     A native of Greene County, Georgia, he had resided in Butts County for the past 28 years. He was a retired farmer.
       Survivors include three nieces, Mrs. Katherine Saunders of Jenkinsburq, Mrs. Sarah Miller of Austell and Mrs. Mary Helen Goodman of Monticello three nephews, Joseph E. Marchman of Flovilla Ralph Lamar Marchman of Griffin and William C. Marchman of Stockbridge.
     Pallbearers were Larry Marchman, Ralph Marchman, Jr., Alvin Marchman Gary Marchman, Ronald Marchman and Coy Goodman.

Marchman, Ralph Lamar
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Jan 1985
     Ralph Lamar Marchman, 64, or Jackson Road, Griffin, died Jan, 15 at Griffin-Spalding Hospital.
     Mr. Marchman was a native of Greene County and had lived In Grffin for the past 10 years.
     He was member of Union Baptist Church and had served in the U.S. Army during World War II.
     Survivors include his wife, Nina Patrick Marchman; sons, Ralph Marchman Jr. of Griffin; James Marchman of Dalton, and Gary and Ronald Marchman, both of Grffin: sisters, Cathrine Saunders of Jenkinsburg, Helen Goodman of Monticello and Sara Miller of Austell; brothers. Joe Marchman of Flovilla and Billy Marchman of Stockbridge; seven grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
     Services were held Thursday at 2 p.m. In the chapel of Woodlawn Funeral Home in Griffin with the Rev. Ralph Simmons officiating. Burial was in the Union Baptist Church cemetery.
     Woodlawn Funeral Home was in charge of arrangement.

Marchman, William G.
Jackson Progress Argus 01 Jun 1994
     William C. Marchman of Stockbridge died Wed., May 25.
     Funeral services were held Thurs., May 26, in Rainer Chapel with Rev. Eddie Roland officiating. Interment was in Fairview Memorial Gardens.
     Mr. Marchman was born Sept. 26, 1930, son of the late James Henry Marchman and Lucille Marchman.
     Survivors include wife, Rosa Lea Marchman; daughters, Brenda Hullinger of Stockbridge and Wanda Singleton of Hogansivlle; brother, Joseph Marchman of Jackson; sisters, Helen Goodman of Monticello and Sarah Miller of Marietta; brother-in-law, Clay Saunders of Jenkinsburg; sisters-in-law Maudell Marchman of Jackson and Nina Marchman of Griffin; four grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
     Rainer Funeral Home of Stockbridge was in charge of arrangements.

Marks, Isaac Henry
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Oct 1932
Father Mrs. Andrews Passes in Ohio Home
     Relatives and friends of Isaac Henry Marks, 81, of Brewster, Ohio, will be grieved to learn of his death which occurred at the home of his son, G. D. Marks , of that city, about eleven o'clock Monday morning of this week, following a brief illness.
     Mr. Marks was a native of Jasper county, having lived here the greater portion of his life, prior to going to Brewster about two years ago. He numbered his friends by his acquaintances and was highly-esteemed for the many splendid traits of character which he possessed. He was quiet and unassuming in manner, but loyal to his loved ones, neighbors and friends. The deceased was a member o f New Hope Methodist church.
     For a long number of years he was proprietor of Marks' Grist Mill, located a short distance north of Monticello, where he enjoyed the patronage and respect of a large number of customers. This mill was known far and wide for the fine quality of its product as Mr. Marks was an experienced and capable miller.
     The remains were brought Wednesday to the home of Mr. Marks' son, Mr. Jack Marks, near Monticello. Funeral services will be conducted this Thursday morning at eleven o'clock from the Monticello Baptist church. The pastor, Rev. W. B. Underwood, will officiate, after which the burial will take place at West View cemetery.
     Surviving Mr. Marks are the following children: Mrs. G. D. Marks, of Brewster, Ohio; Mr. J. J . Marks, of Monticello; Mrs. J. H. Hyatt, of Springfield, Ohio; Mrs. J . L. Andrews, of Jackson, Ga.; Mrs. W. C. Harkness, of Brewster, Ohio; Mrs. J. C. Smith, of Springfield, also fourteen grandchildren. Monticello News, Oct. 21.
     
Marks, William
  The Jackson Progress-Argus April 9, 1920
Jasper County Men Killed By Bridge Fall
Met death when bridge gave way and car fell into creek
Monticello, April 7.
     The bodies of William Marks and M. Clyde Kelley, farmers of Jasper county, were found today pinned under an automobile in a creek near here. Heavy rains had weakened the cement abutments to an iron bridge over the creek and the young men apparently not knowing this had crashed through in the car. Both men are married.
  
Marsh, Robert Lee
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Dec 1971
Robert Marsh Of Juliette Died Dec. 1st
     Mr. Robert Lee Marsh, 72, of Juliette, died Wednesday, December 1st, following a lengthy illness. He was the father of Larry Marsh of Flovilla and Julian Marsh of Jackson.
     Mr. Marsh was a native of Jones County and had been a night watchman for the Juliette Milling Company for 45 years.
     Funeral services were conducted Friday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock from the East Juliette Baptist Church. Interment was in the Forsyth city cemetery with Andrew-Dillon Funeral Home of Forsyth in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Marsh is survived by his wife, Mrs. Verlin Campbell Marsh of East Juliette; a daughter, Mrs. Edward Bell of Monticello; six sons, Robert N. Marsh of Griffin, Cecil H. Marsh of Monticello, William R. Marsh of Hillsboro, Larry Marsh of Flovilla, Julian F. Marsh of Jackson and Terry Marsh of Juliette ; a brother, Neon Marsh of Rome; 17 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

Marshall, Byron Stephens
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Jan 1978
B. S. Marshall Buried Sunday In Concord
     Mr. Byron Stephens Marshall of Route 1, Milner, died at the scene of an auto accident Friday evening near the sports Palace on the Griffin by-pass. He was brother of Mrs. Lavern Tingle of Jackson.
     Funeral services were conducted Sunday at 3 p. m at the Concord Baptist Church with the Rev. Boh McCornbs and the Rev. Vic Whitted officiating. Burial was in Magnolia Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home of Griffin in charge.
     Survivers include his wife Mrs. Wanda Buffington Marshall; one step-son Michael Woods; one step-daughter, Malissa Woods, of Zebulon; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Byron W. Marshall of Concord; a sister, Mrs. Lavern Tingle of Jackson and one half brother, Alton Silver of Griffin.
Martin, Alice Bunn
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Nov 1971
Mrs. Martin Buried Sunday At Towaliga
     Funeral services for Mrs. Alice Bunn Martin, 90, of 715 East Chappell Street, Griffin, were held Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock from McDonald Chapel with the Rev. Otis Raybon and Rev. Wyman Brown officiating. Burial was in the Towaliga Baptist Church Cemetery in Butts County with McDonald Chapel in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Martin was a native of Butts County and a member of the Antioch Christian Church in Butts County. She had lived in Griffin for the past 40 years.
     Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Minnie Kelley, Mrs. Melva Ware and Mrs. Eunice Goens, all of Griffin; five sons, Marvin Martin, Harvey Martin, Troy Martin, Theo Martin and J. R. Martin, all of Griffin; two sisters, Mrs. Myrtis Cawthon and Mrs. Jewell Stephens, both of Jackson; three brothers, Chester Bunn of Covington, Durham Bunn and Aldene Bunn, both of Jackson: 34 grandchildren; 64 great grandchildren; four great great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Martin, Annie
Jackson Progress Argus 15 Jun 1972
Mrs. Martin Was Buried On Tuesday
     Mrs. Annie Martin, 57, of Lynchburg, Tenn., mother of Mrs. William Mack Davis of Jackson, died unexpectedly Sunday, June 4th, in Huntsville Hospital, Huntsville, Ala. following an illness of about a week.
     Mrs. Martin was born in Waynesville, Illinois, and was a member of the Lynchburg United Methodist Church. She and her husband operated Martin's 5 & 10 in Lynchburg.
Funeral services were conducted Tuesday afternoon at two o'clock at Harrison's Funeral Home in Lynchburg. Rev. Towler officiated with interment in the Lynchburg Cemetery. Harrison Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Martin is survived by her husband, Edward Martin, Lynchburg Tenn.; two daughters, Mrs. Phyllis Davis of Jackson, and Mrs. Marvin Rolman of Huntsville, Alabama; four grandchildren.

Martin, Asa Ellis
Jackson Progress Argus 29 Nov 1956
Asa Martin, 43 Died Sunday At Worthville Home
     Asa Ellis Martin, 43, prominent Worthville merchant, died unexpectedly early Sunday morning in Worthville following a brief illness.
     Owner of a grocery store, filling station and also farmer, Mr. Martin was one of the best known young men in Butt county and friends re(?) of his death following (?) a week after return from Atlanta hospital.
     Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Worthville Baptist Church with the Rev. M. F. Holt Jr. and Rev. Don Welch officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery under the direction of Haisten Funeral Home.
     Mr. Martin is survived by his wife Mrs. Imogene Maddox Martin; three daughters, Mrs. Gene Mullins, Covington; Miss Rachael Martin and Miss Marcia Martin, both of Jackson; one son, Michael Martin, Jackson; mother, Mrs. Eugene Martin of Jackson.
     Pallbearers were Parks White, Roland Pope, Rebon Maddox, Levi Maddox, Horace Maddox, Lewis Washington.

Martin, Billy
  Middle Georgia Argus June 11, 1889
     The remains of Uncle Billy Martin were buried in the Sardis cemetery on the 20th ult.
  
Martin, Clifford Anderson
Jackson Progress Argus 05 Jun 1969
C. A. Martin Dies in Texas
     Mr. Clifford Anderson Martin, 39, died early Friday in Fort worth, Texas where he had resided five years.
     Mr. Martin was a native of Butts County and was the"son of' Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Martin who reside on the High Falls Road.
     He had been employed by the U.S. Government at Fort Worth and had been ill since suffering a stroke in March.
     In addition to his parents, Mr. Martin is survived by his wife, Mrs. Irene Hobbs Martin; four sons and two daughters from Fort Worth; two brothers, Jimmy Martin of Covington and Elwood Martin of Stockbridge; three sisters, Mrs. Jane English of Fort Worth, Mrs. Georgia Ann Garland and Mrs. James McGilroy of Stockbridge.
     Graveside services for Mr. Martin were conducted Monday afternoon at two o'clock a the Jenkinsburg Methodist Church.

Martin, E. L., Private
  The Jackson Progress-Argus August 16, 1918
Mrs. J. H. Braswell Has Brother Killed
Casualty was reported to Mrs. Braswell Friday night
     Mrs. J. H. Braswell, of Jackson, received a telegram from Washington Friday night, announcing the death of her brother, Private E. L. Martin, of Barnesville, who was killed in action July 27. No particulars were contained in the announcement of the war department.
     Private Martin volunteered some two years ago and went to France with the Rainbow Division, being a member of the 151st Machine Gun Battalion. On July 9 Mr. Martin wrote that he had been in the trenches 100 days. The letter was received Monday of last week.
     Mr. Martin was 20 years old and was a native of Barnesville.
     He fell in the fighting on the Marne front, in which the Rainbow Division has recently played a conspicuous and winning part.
     While Mr. Martin was not well known here, yet many friends of Mr. and Mrs. Braswell sympathize with them in the death of this young hero, who fell in defense of his country's honor ant integrity.
  
Martin, Ed, Mrs.
Jackson Progress Argus 08 Jun 1972
Mother Of Mrs. Davis Died Sunday
     Friends in Jackson were saddened to learn of the death Sunday of Mrs. Ed Martin, mother of Mrs. William Mack Davis of Jackson.
     Mrs. Martin died in a Huntsville. Alabama hospital with Mr. and Mrs. Davis and son, Martln, leaving Sunday afternoon for Tennessee. Funeral services were held Tuesday in Lynchburg, Tennessee.

Martin, Elwood
Jackson Progress Argus 30 Mar 1994
     Elwood Martin of Jenkinsburg died at his residence.
     Funeral services were held Fri., March 25, in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with Rev. Brady Blalock officiating. Interment was in the Jenkinsburg Cemetery.
     Mr. Martin was born Nov. 24, 1932 in Butts County, son of the late Marvin and Lois Bohannon Martin.
     He was a farmer and was in the construction business. He served in the U. S. Navy.
     Survivors include daughters, Betty Ann Burnett of Rex, Lois Elizabeth Peters of Jonesboro and Cathy Rene Morgan of Hampton; sisters, Helen McGilzary of Valley View, TX, Jane English of Ft. Worth, TX and Georgia Ann Hullsey of Culma, AL; six grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
     Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
 

Martin, Emmitt Edward (Buddy)
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Nov 1959
Buddy Martin, Butts Native, Died in Griffin
     Mr. Emmitt Edward (Buddy) Martin, 46, of Griffin, native Butts countian, died Friday morning at his home at 216 Woodland Avenue.
     Born in Butts County, he had lived in Griffin for 27 years where he was employed by the City of Griffin as a mechanic for the past five years. He was a member of the South Side Baptist Church.
     Funeral services were held Saturday morning at the South Side Baptist Church with the Rev. Eddie Morgan and the Rev. Ed Banks officiating. Interment was in Griffin Memorial Gardens.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Essie Powers Martin of Griffin; three sons, mother; four sisters; and five brothers.

Martin, Eugene
  Jackson Progress Argus 27 Jul 1950
Eugene Martin Called By Death
     Eugene Martin, 64, prominent resident of Worthville, died at his home early Saturday of a sudden illness,
     Born and reared in Henry county and a retired railroad mechanic. Mr. Martin had made his home at Worthville for several years and was actively identified with community life He was a member of Sardis Baptist church and had a wide circle of friends.
     Funeral services were held at Worthville Baptist church . Monday afternoon and Rev. Aaron Spinks, assIsted by Rev. C. E. Askew, officiated. Burial was in the Worthville cemetery and Haisten Funeral Home had charge of arrangements.
     Survivors are His wife, Mrs. Lottie Irene Stodghill Martin; one son Asa Ellis Martin of Worthville; three brothers, Elmer Martin of Covington; Alton Martin of Benham, Ky. and Webb Martin of Griffin; four grandchildren.

Martin, Eula Alexander
Jackson Progress Argus 24 May 1956
Mrs. C. H. Martin Died Sunday At Locust Grove
     Funeral services for Mrs. Charlie H. Martin, 75, of Locust Grove, were held Tuesday morning at 11 o'clock from the Locust Grove Baptist Church with the Rev. Harold Tucker and the Rev. Jack Bridges officiating.
     Mrs. Martin, the former Miss Eula Alexander, died at her home Sunday afternoon after a long period of declining health.
     Pallbearers were Charlie Lindsey, L. H. Mason, C. F. Gibson, W. H. Craig, O. C. Castellaw and S. H. Gardner.
     Interment was in the Locust Grove cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Martin, George Fleming
Jackson Progress Argus 31 Mar 1966
Military Rites Saturday For George F. Martin
     Funeral services for Mr. George Fleming Martin, 43, of Route 3, Griffin, were held Saturday afternoon at three o'clock from the First Presbyterian Church in Griffin with the Rev. C. Edward Davis, the Rev. Wade Bell, and Rev. Ralph Shea officiating. Burial was in Oak Hill Cemetery with full military honors by the Spalding Grays under the direction of Capt. Robert Lewis.
     Mr. Martin, formerly a resident of Jackson, died at noon Thursday at Crawford W. Long Hospital in Atlanta where he had been a patient for two weeks.
     Mr. Martin was an employee of Southern Bell Telephone Company in Griffin and formerly in Jackson where he was an installer of PBX equipment. He had worked for the telephone company twenty years, 12 years in Jackson, two years. in Thomasville before moving to Griffin.
     A native of Elberton, he was a veteran of World War II, serving in the Pacific with the U. S. Army. At the time of his death he was a warrant officer with the Georgia National Guard, and was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Griffin, and of the Masonic Lodge in Jackson.
     Mr. Martin is survived by his widow, Mrs. Bonnie Edmonds Martin; two daughters, Miss Dianne Martin and Miss Kathy Martin, both of Griffin; two brothers, R. L. Martin and Albert Martin of Elberton; three sisters, Mrs. O. W. Johnson and Mrs. O. P. Adams of Elberton, Mrs. Tillman Hughes of Fountain Inn, S. C.; and his mother-in-law, Mrs. W. A. Myers of Jackson.
     Pallbearers were Major Lovett Fletcher, Capt. Harry Hammock, CWO David Ridgeway, Capt. Jack McLees, Lt. Earl Childres, Capt. Tom Hutchinson, Capt. Wesley Miller, and Lt. Samuel Lawler.

Martin, George N., Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 18 Sep 1969
Geo. Martin Sr. Buried Monday At Dublin Rites
     Funeral services for Mr. George N. Martin Sr., 79, of Dublin, were held at four o'clock Monday afternoon from the First Christian Church in Dublin with the Rev. W. 1. Jordan and the Rev. C. K. Everett officiating. Burial was in Dublin Memorial Gardens with Townsend Funeral Home of Dublin in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Martin, father of George N. Martin Jr. of Jackson, died Sunday morning in a Dublin hospital. He was a life long resident of Laurens County and was a member of the First Christian Church. A retired grocer, Mr. Martin was a member of Laurens Lodge No. 75, F. & A. M.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Mamie Lee Ward Martin of Dub- lin; one son, George N. Martin Jr. of Jackson; four daughters, Mrs. E. D. Graham and Mrs. L. E. Warren, both of Dublin, Mrs. Ernest Dominy of Macon, and Mrs. Mary Smith of Milledgeville; three brothers, B. H. Martin of Dublin, Bob Martin of Gordon, Clyde Martin of Sylvania; one sister, Mrs. Nan Radney of Dublin; 12 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
     Masonic rites were conducted at the graveside.

Martin, Henry Simpson
Jackson Progress Argus 22 Apr 1943
H. S. Martin, 69, Died Wednesday Of Long Illness
     The death of Henry Simpson Martin, 69 years of age, bailiff in Jackson district and well-known citizen, occurred at 3 o'clock Wednesday afternoon at the home of his brother, T. H. Martin, on the Griffin Road. He had been in declining health for several months.
     Born in Alabama, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John L. Martin, he had spent most of his life in Butts county. He was formerly engaged in farming but for the last few years had resided in Jackson.
     Survivors are four brothers, T. H. and W. R. Martin of Butts county; L. D. and J. P. Martin of Monroe county; two sisters, Mrs. Mary L. Cason of Butts county and Mrs. Annie Sims of Thomaston.
     Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at 3 o'clock at County Line church. Thornton Funeral Homes have charge of arrangements.

Martin, Infant
Jackson Progress-Argus, November 27, 1952
     The infant of Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Anderson Martin died in the Griffin-Spalding Hospital November 20. Graveside services were held at the Jenkinsburg cemetery with Peacock & Ball Funeral Home in charge of Arrangements.
     In addition to its parents, the baby is survived by a brother, Clifford Anderson Martin, and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Hobbs and Mr. and Mrs. M. M. Martin of Jenkinsburg.

Martin, J. T., Mrs.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus January 20, 1928
Granddaughter Capt. Samuel Butts Passes.
     Mrs. J. T. Martin, who died in Atlanta Sunday night, was nearest living relative of was hero.
     Citizens of Butts county--named in honor of Captain Samuel Butts, was hero and prominent figure in the early history of the state-- will regret to learn of the death of Mrs. J. T. Martin, granddaughter of Capt. Butts and nearest living relative. Mrs. Martin's death occurred in Atlanta, Sunday night. She was 77 years old and was the widow of the late Mr. Thomas Jefferson Martin.
     A member of a prominent Georgia family, Mrs. Martin was a granddaughter of Captain Samuel Butts, who fell at the battle of Olustee. She was the sister of the late General A. J. West, of Atlanta. She was born in Monroe county and spent most of her life there.
     Mrs. Martin, members of the executive committee will recall, planned to visit Butts County Centennial in 1925 but was prevented from doing so.
     She is survived by four daughters, Miss Dorothy Martin, Atlanta, Mrs. Thomas M. Haygood, Culledon, Mrs. C. C. Lewis, Bryon, and Mrs. W. R. Richards, Calhoun; six sons, L. W. and Stiles A. Martin, Atlanta, Henry F. Martin, Macon, John T. Martin, Memphis, J. O. Martin, Covington, and Charles E. Martin, Athens. Two of the sons are prominent in newspaper work. Stiles A. Martin was formerly state news editor of the Atlanta Constitution and Charles E. Martin is connected with the Athens Banner-Hearld. J. O. Martin is a state school supervisor.
     The body was sent to Culloden Monday afternoon, for funeral services, which took place Tuesday morning at 11 o'clock from the Primitive Baptist church of which she was a member.

Martin, James M.
Jackson Progress Argus 25 Nov 1981
Martin Rites Held Thursday
     Funeral services for James M. Martin of Covington were held Thursday afternoon at 1 o'clock from the chapel of Harwell Funeral Home, with the Rev. Arthur Price officiating. Interment was in the Salem cemetery under the direction of J. C. Harwell & Son Funeral Home of Covington.
     Mr. Martin died November 17th.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Juanita Martin; sons Jesse Warren Martin, James Edwin Martin, William Joseph Martin, Rabert Andrew Martin, Jack Martin, all of Covington; daughters, Mrs. Sylvia Marie Hill, Mrs. Elizabeth Leigh Owens, Miss Jackie Martin, all of Covington, Mrs. Ellen Faye Laurence of Williamson, Ga.; Brother, Elwood Martin, of Jenkinsburg; sisters, Mrs. George Ann Garland.

Martin, Jesse Rupert
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Mar 1933
Mr. Jesse R. Martin Passed Away Sunday
     The death of Mr. Jesse Rupert Martin, 55 years of age, occurred in a Griffin hospital Sunday morning at 3 o'clock. On Wednesday of the last week he was carried to the hospital for an appendicitis operation, and this and other complication produced death.
     Mr. Martin was a well known resident of the county. He was a son of the late Mr. William David Martin and Mrs. Fannie Thaxton Martin, pioneer residents of Butts county. He had spent his entire life in the county and at the time of his last illness resided near Jackson on the W. J. Fletcher place. He was a member of Towaliga Baptist church and was highly esteemed among many friends acquaintances.
     Mr. Martin is survived by his wife, who before marriage was Miss Alice Bunn, of this county; four daughters, Misses Maggie Lee, Minnie and Melba Martin, of Jackson, and Mrs. Chester Goens, of Lamar county; six sons, Messrs. Marvin, Harvey, Emmett, J. K., Troy and Theodore Martin, his mother, Mrs. W. D. Martin, all of Butts county.
     Funeral services were held at Towaliga church Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock, with Dr. C. C. Heard officiating. Interment was in the churchyard, with S. H. Thornton in charge of arrangements.

Martin, John Lee
  The Jackson Progress-Argus July 15, 1932
Mr. John L. Martin Passed Away Friday
     The death of Mr. John L. Martin, well known citizen and Confederate veteran, occurred Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock at his home near Jackson. Death followed an illness of more than two and a half years and resulted from infirmities of age. Mr. Martin was aged 66 years, 3 months and 21 days.
     Born in Henry county, Mr. Martin had spent most of his life in Butts county where he had taken an active part in community progress. He was the son of Tom and Betsy Martin, pioneer residents of this section. Mr. Martin, who was a member of Old Bethel Primitive Baptist church, served in the War Between the States as a member of Company I, Forty-fifth Georgia Regiment, Wilcox's division, Jackson, corps. In that conflict he received flesh wounds to the hand and leg. Mr. Martin was one of the few remaining Confederate veterans in Butts county, and was a member of Camp Barnett U. C. V. of Jackson.
     He was a gentleman of the old school and was genuinely beloved for his many sterling traits of character. He was preceded in death by his wife, formerly Miss Sarah Waits, whose death occurred about five years ago. He is survived by the following children:
     Six sons, Messrs. B. C. and W. R. Martin, of Thomaston, T. H. Martin, of Jackson, H. S. Martin, of Jenkinsburg, L. D. and J. P. Martin, of Forsyth; two daughters, Mrs. Annie Gunn, of Thomaston, and Miss Mary L. Martin, of Jackson, He is also survived by several grandchildren, and two step-daughters, Mrs. J. M. McKenny, of Birmingham, Ala., and Mrs. W. F. Ballard, of Jackson.
     Funeral services, attended by a host of relatives and friends, were held at County Line church Saturday at 2 o'clock and Sr. C.C. heard, of Locust Grove, conducted the services. Many pretty floral offerings attested the love and esteem in which he was held. Interment was in the church cemetery.

Martin, John Thompson
Jackson Progress-Argus 12 Mar 1937
Funeral Rites Held For John T. Martin
     Funeral services for Mr. John Thompson Martin, aged 51, former Butts county citizen, who received fatal injuries in an automobile crash on the highway between Griffin and Macon Thursday of last week, were held at County Line church Saturday afternoon at 3 o'clock. Rev. C. C. Heard officiated and interment was in the churchyard. Pallbearers were J. A., O. W., M. F. and B. W. Martin, J. L. Lane and Willie Steele.
     The accident that resulted in the death of Mr. Martin was caused when a beer truck collided with a light pick-up truck in which Mr. Martin and George C. Swint, of Spalding county, were riding. Mr. Swint was instantly killed and Mr. Martin suffered internal injuries and died Friday morning in a Griffin hospital.
     Mr. Martin, business man of Milner, formerly resided in Butts county and had many friends here who were pained to learn of the tragedy. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Fleetie Kimbell Martin; a daughter, Miss Mary Ellen Martin, of Milner; a sister, Mrs. Kate Washington, of Jackson; four brothers, J. A. Martin, of Sanford, Fla.; O. W. and M. F. Martin, of Griffin; B. W. Martin, of Atlanta, and his mother, Mrs. Tommy Martin, of Milner.

Martin, Juanita Cook
Jackson Progress Argus 27 Nov 1991
     Mrs. Juanita Cook Martin, 62, of Conyers died Saturday, Nov. 23, a t Rockdale Hospital in Conyers.
     The funeral was held Monday, Nov. 25, a t Faith Tabernacle in Conyers, with the Rev. Jerry Patterson and the Rev. Hudson Moody officiating. Burial was in Salem Methodist Cemetery in Covington.
     Mrs. Martin was born in Butts County. She was the widow of James Marvin Martin. A homemaker, Mrs. Martin was a member of Faith Tabernacle
    Survivors include her sons, James E. Martin, Jesse Warren Martin, William Joseph Martin, and Jack Martin, all of Covington; 4 daughters, Ellen Faye Lawrence of Williamson, Sylvia Marie Hill of Dallas, Texas, and Leigh Owens and Jackie Tucker of Conyers; sister, Mildred Elliott; brother, Buck Cook, both of Jackson; 11 grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
     J. C. Harwell & Son funeral home in Covington was in charge of arrangements.

Martin, Leroy Clifford
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Dec 1956
Leroy Martin Died Friday in Griffin Home
     Leroy Clifford Martin, 77, died Friday morning at the home of his daughter, Mrs. John Bostwick, in Griffin.
     A native of Butts county, he had made his home in Spalding County for the past 50 years.
     Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock from McDonald Chapel with the Rev. Wendell Banks officiating. Interment was the Bostwick family cemetery.
     Survivors include six daughters, Mrs. John Bostwick, Mrs. Ernest Grant, Mrs. Eloise Smith, Miss Lois Martin, all of Griffin; Miss Louise Martin, of Macon, and Mrs. J. C. Craft of Atlanta; two sons, Robert Martin and Olen Martin, both of Griffin; a sister, Mrs. J. E. Moore of Griffin; three brothers, Idus Martin, Ode Martin and Carl Martin, all of Griffin.

Martin, Lessie
  The Jackson Argus November 22, 1901
     Miss Lessie Martin, aged 16, living in Pepperton, died last Sunday morning at 2 o'clock, and was buried that afternoon at Fellowship church, Rev. R. B. O. England officiating. The pallbearers were from among her co-workers at Pepperton Mills. The Argus extends sympathy.
     
Martin, Lillie Dale Folds
Jackson Progress-Argus, August 16, 1962
Mrs. Tom Martin Died on Aug. 10
     Funeral services for Mrs. Tom H. Martin, 81, of Route 3, Jackson, who died at her home August 10th, were held Saturday afternoon at 2:30 from Haisten's Chapel with the Rev. Clyde Johnston officiating. Interment was in Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Martin, the former Miss Lillie Dale Folds, was a native of Butts County, a daughter of Robert Folds and Mrs. Sallie Johnson Folds. She was a member of County Line Baptist Church.
     Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. D. W. Cochran of Jackson; one son, W. L. Martin of Griffin; three grandchildren, two sisters-in-law, Mrs. L. L. Martin of Forsyth and Mrs. Patrick Martin of Monticello; several nieces and nephews.

Martin, Lois Elizabeth Bohannon
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Mar 1955
Last Rites Held Tuesday For Mrs. Martin
     Mrs. Lois Elizabeth Martin, 45, wife of Marvin M. Martin of Jenkinsburg, died Sunday in the Monticello hospital after an extended illness.
     Mrs. Martin was born in Jasper county, the daughter of Mr. Jim Bohannon, who survives her, and the late Mrs. Bohannon.
     She was a member of the Jenkinsburg Baptist Church and actively its causes.
     Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock in the Jenkinsburg Baptist Church with the Rev. Ralph Goodwin and the Rev. Marcus Gilbert officiating. Interment was in the Jenkinsburg cemetery with Peacock & Ball Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Active pallbearers were Tom Morris, Troy Morris, Bennie Lane, Emmett Martin, Theo Martin, Frank Bohannon.
     Mrs. Martin is survived by her husband, father, three daughters, Mrs. Helen Polk, Miss Georgeanne Martin and Miss Betty Martin of Jenkinsburg; three sons, Jimmy, Elwin and Clifford Martin of Jenkinsburg.
     Two brothers, Oscar Bohannon of Hillsboro and J. B. Bohannon of Savannah; two half-brothers, Felton of Jackson and Doyle Bohannon of Atlanta; three sisters, Mrs. Fannie Greenway of Winder, Mrs. Margaret Marsh of Covington and Miss Lemma Bohannon and eight grandchildren.

Martin, Lottie Stodghill
Jackson Progress Argus 31 Aug 1972
Mrs. Martin Buried At Worthville
     Mrs. Lottie Stodghill Martin, 82, of Route 1, Jackson, died early Friday morning, August 25th, about 2:35 o'clock at Sylvan Grove Hospital following a long period of declining health.
     Mrs. Martin was born February 8, 1890 in Butts County to the late Mr. Francis William Stodghill and Mrs. Mary Jane Pope Stodghill, both of Henry County. She was a member of Worthville Baptist Church and was the widow of Mr. Eugene Martin.
     Funeral services were conducted Saturday at three o'clock from the Worthville Baptist Church with Rev. Billy Floyd, pastor, and Rev. M. F. Holt of Macon officiating. Interment was in Worthville Methodist Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Martin is survived by two, sisters, Mrs. Leila Wilson of Decatur and Mrs. Lessie McClure of Atlanta; four grandchildren, Mrs. Gene Mullins of Mansfield, Mrs. Don Rooks of Jackson, Mrs. Donnie Benton and Michael Martin, also of Jackson, a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Imogene Fears of Jackson.
     Pallbearers were Dr. Randolph Long, Luther Washington, Rebon Maddox, Allmon Washington, Paul Yancy, Porter Cawthon.

Martin, Louis Edward
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Aug 1994
     Louis Edward (Ed) Martin of Lynchburg, TN died Sat., July 23, at Lynchburg Nursing Center.
     Graveside services were held Mon., July 25, at the Lynchburg City Cemetery.
     Mr. Martin was born May 5, 1906 in Bloomington, IL and had resided in Lynchburg for the past 60 years.
     He was owner of Martin's 5 & 10 in Lynchburg and was also known in the area as an evangelist, poet and Bible history scholar.
     Survivors include daughters and sons-in-law, Phyllis M. and Mack Davis of Jackson, Eleanor R. and Buddy Nation of Huntsville, AL; grandchildren, Martin Davis of Jackson, Vickie R. Robertson of Downers Grove, IL, Karen R. Stiles of Madison, AL and Michael Rolman of Nashville, TN.

Martin, Lydia V. McElheney
  The Jackson Progress-Argus October 8, 1920
Mrs. O. J. Martin Claimed By Death.
     Friends throughout the county were grieved to learn of the death of Mrs. O. J. Martin, which occurred Friday morning at 12:30 at her home a few miles from Jackson. She had not been in the best of health for several months and was confined to her bed for about six weeks.
     Mrs. Martin was one of the most highly esteemed and beloved women in the county. She was 49 years of age and before marriage was a Miss McElhenney. Her husband, Mr. O. J. Martin, was one of the leading citizens of the county, passed away less than three months ago. In their sorrow the family have the sympathy of a wide circle of friends.
     The funeral was held Saturday at Fellowship church and Rev. George Delmore Goddard conducted the services.

Martin, Marvin M.
Jackson Progress Argus 06 Feb 1980
Martin Rites Held Wednesday
     Funeral services for Mr. Marvin M. Martin, 77, of 330 McDonough Rd., Griffin, were held Wednesday morning at 11 o'clock in the chapel of Haisten's Funeral Home. The Rev. Buren Goss and the Rev. Hoyt S. McGhee officiated and interment was in the Jenkinsburg cemetery under the direction of Haisten's Funeral Home of Griffin.
     Mr. Martin died Monday night at the Griffin-Spalding Hospital where he had been a patient for 17 days.
     A native of Butts County and a member of the Jenkinsburg Baptist Church, he was a retired brick mason.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Myrtie Evans Martin; three daughters, Mrs. Purvis English and Mrs. James McLilvray of FortWorth, Tex. and Mrs. Alfred Garland of Forest Park; two sons, Elwood Martin of Jenkinsburg and James Martin of Covington; two step daughters, Mrs. Martha Taylor of Smyrna and Mrs. Delores Sherwood of Griffin; two sisters, Mrs. Eunice Goens and Mrs. Melba Ware, both of Griffin; four brothers, Harvey Martin, Theo Martin, Troy Martin and J. R. Martin, all of Griffin; 25 grandchildren, five step grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.

Martin, Mary Elizabeth Lumsden
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Mar 1994
     Mary Elizabeth Lumsden Martin of Jackson died Tues., March 8, at Sylvan Grove Hospital.
     Funeral services were held Sat., March 12, in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with Rev. Junior Johnson officiating. Interment was in the Sardis Baptist Church Cemetery in Henry County.
     Mrs. Martin was born March 29, 1939 in Newton County, daughter of the late William Howard Lumsden and Ollie Jean Lunceford Lumsden.
     Survivors include sons, Arthur Martin of Rome and Johnny Paul Martin of Jackson; daughters, Sanda Dianne Martin and Nancy Ann Norris, both of Jackson, and Betty Ferguson of Jefferson; brothers, Howard Lumsden of Johesboro, Charles Lumsden of Jackson, Kenneth Lumsden of Dublin, sister, Gloria Lumsden of Dublin, and seven grandchildren.
     Sherrell Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements

Martin, Mattie Lou Smith
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Oct 1974
Mrs. Martin Buried In Barnesville
     Mrs. Mattie Lou Smith Martin, 92, of Barnesville, died Friday at the Boling Green Nursing Home in Monroe County where she had resided for nine years.
     Mrs. Martin was born in Butts County and had made her home in Barnesville many year. She was a retired employee of the .B. Lloyd Candy Company .
     She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Barnesville and was the widow of Edmond Dumas Martin.
     Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at four o'clock from the First Baptist Church in Barnesville with the Rev. Brantley Harwell officiating. Interment was in the Zebulon Street Cemetery in Barnesville with Haisten Funeral Home of Barnesville in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Martin is survived by two half sisters, Mrs. L. L. Holloway of Monticello and
Mrs. Johnnie Snow of Douglas; a half brother, Chester Smith of Flovilla.

Martin, Michael Ellis
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Nov 1993
     Michael Ellis "Mike" Martin of Jackson died Thurs., Oct. 28, at his residence.
     Funeral services were held Sat., Oct. 30, in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with Rev. Phil Schroeder officiating. Interment was in the Stodghill family cemetery in the Worthville Community.
     Mr. Martin was born March 1, 1947 in Butts County, son of the late Asa Ellis Martin and the late Imogene Maddox Martin Fears. He retired on disability from the Ford Motor Company in Hapeville.
     Survivors include wife Susie Thomas Martin of Jackson; daughter and son-in-law Cindy and Thomas Knott of Jackson; son and daughter-in-law Mickey and Kim Martin of Griffin; brother Chris Fears of Montgomery, Ala.; sisters and brothers-in-law Marcia and Donnie Benton and Rachel and Don Rooks of Jackson; and sister Patricia Mullins of Mansfield; one grandchild; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.
     
Martin, Milton
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Sep 1975
Father Mr. Martin Dies In Macon
     The father of Jackson Attorney Harold Martin, Mr. Milton Martin, 70, of 4724 Wilson Road, Macon, died Monday in a Macon hospital after a brief illness.
     Mr. Martin was a native of Twiggs County but had lived in Macon most of his life. He was a service station owner.
     Graveside services were held Tuesday morning at 11 o'clock in Rose Hill Cemetery with Hart's Mortuary in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Martin is survived by his wife, Mrs. Barbara A. Martin of Macon; a son, Harold Martin of Jackson; three daughters, Miss Sylvia Jean Martin, Miss Jamie Lynn Martin, both of Macon, and Mrs. Geraldine Lovett of Juliette.

Martin, Minnie Morris
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Feb 1968
Mrs. Paul Martin Dies After A Long Illness
     Mrs. Minnie Martin, 85, of Rt. 4, Jackson, died Monday morning about 10:30 o'clock at Sylvan Grove Hospital following an extended illness. She was the widow of Mr. Paul Martin.
     Born in Jones County, Mrs. Martin was the daughter of the late Mr. James D. Morris and: Mrs. Samantha Jane Anchors Morris. She was a member of the Fellowship Presbyterian Church.
     Funeral services were conducted Tuesday afternoon at three o'clock at the Fellowship Presbyterian Church with the Rev. David R. Black, pastor, officiating.
Interment was in the County Line Methodist Church Cemetery in Spalding County with Sherrell Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Martin is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Mike O'Day of Jackson, Mrs. Harold Lovett of Clarkston, and Mrs. Hunter Lowery of Fairburn; two sisters, Mrs. Lillian Christian and Mrs. Noah Williamson, both of Macon; cne brother, Addicus Morris of College Park; five granddaughters; three great granddaughters; two great grandsons.
     Pallbearers were M. W. Carmichael, George Harkness, Ray Boyd, Henry Jarrell, Levi Hurt, Bob Williamson, Joe McClelland.

Martin, Myrtice Bullard
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Jun 1979
Martin Rites Held Thursday
     Funeral services for Mrs. Myrtice Bullard Martin, of Griffin, were held Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock in the chapel of Pittman Rawls Funeral Home. The Rev. Otis Raybon officiated and burial was in the County Line Baptist cemetery in Butts County.
Mrs. Martin was a. native of Butts County who had made her home in Griffin for over 30 years.
     Survivors include a son, Billy Watson of Chula Vista, Calif.; a sister, Mrs. Lovelia Thurston of Tampa, Fla.; several nieces and nephews.

Martin, Nathan O.
Mr. Nathan Martin Passes in Atlanta
Jackson Progress Argus Jun 27 1930
Prominent Atlanta Broker One of Organizers of Jackson Canning Factory Well Known Here
     The death of Mr. N. O. Martin, prominent Atlanta broker and one of the organizers of the Georgia Pimiento Canners, Inc., operating the Jackson canning factory, occurred at his home in Atlanta Saturday morning. Death followed an illness of several months and a period of ill health extending over several years. Business associates and friend in Jackson and Butts county were grieved to hear of Mr. Martin's death.
     Mr. Martin, who was 64 years old, was born in Decherd, Tenn, but had been a resident of Atlanta since 1908 and was prominent in the brokerage business. He was formerly a member of the firm of Fair & Martin. In 1923 Mr. Martin became interested in the canning business and in the fall of that year helped to organize the Georgia Pimiento Canners, Inc. and served as president of the company for several years. He still retained his connection with the company as selling agent, handling shipment to all part of the United State and making the Stone Mountain brand of pimiento peppers well known. Through his official connection he was known to a large number of the pepper growers of this section.
     He was an active and influential member of the Presbyterian church and was a man of upright character and honorable business dealings.
     Mr. Martin is survived by his wife; one daughter, Mrs, J. B, Worthy; one son, Arch S. Martin; two sisters, Mrs. John W, Mason, of Decherd, Tenn., and Mrs. E, S, Center, of College Park; five brothers, E. H., J. H. and Clyde Martin, of McComb, Miss. and Meredith P. and Theodore Martin, of Atlanta.
     Funeral services were held from the Westminster Presbyterian church Sunday afternoon, with Rev. J. W. Caldwell officiating. The elders of the church acted a~ pallbearers and members the Business Men's Evangelistic Club, of which he was an active member, were honorary pallbearers. Interment was in Crestlawn cemetery.
               
Martin, Owen J.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus July 16, 1920
Mr. Owen J. Martin Passed Away Monday.
     Following a period of declining health extending over a year and a serious illness of several weeks, Mr. Owen J. Martin, one of Butts county's leading citizens passed away at home in West Butts Monday morning. He suffered from a complication of diseases and recently but little hope has been entertained for his recovery.
     Mr. Martin, who was about 50 years old, was a man of sterling worth, possessed of those qualities of mind and heart that won and held the esteem and friendship of those with whom he had dealings. He had a very wide circle of friends who were grieved to know of his passing.
     He was a member of Patillo Masonic lodge and was an Odd Fellow.
     He is survived by his wife, who was Miss Lyda McElhenney before marriage; five sons, Messrs. Troy, G. W., Douglas, and Lamar Martin of Butts county and DeWitt Martin of the United States Navy; two daughters, Mrs. Elizabeth Hawkins, of Barnesville, and Miss Ruby Martin. He is also survived by one brother, Mr. Ed Martin, of Barnesville.
     The funeral was held at Fellowship church Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock, with Rev. J. E. Sammons, of Griffin, officiating. A large concourse of friends gathered for a last tribute. The Masons, of which he was an esteemed member, had charge of the rites at the grave.

Martin, Pearl Grant
Jackson Progress Argus 12 Feb 1976
Last Rites Mrs. Martin, Butts Native
     Funeral services for Mrs. Pearl Grant Martin, 89, of Forsyth, were held Sunday, January 31st, at three o'clock in the First Baptist Church of Forsyth. Mrs. Martin died Saturday, January 30th, in a Monroe County hospital.
     A native of Butts County, Mrs. Martin had lived in Monroe County 65 years. She was a member of Towaliga Baptist Church in Butts County.
     Mrs. Martin is survived by a son, A. L. Martin, of Macon; four daughters, Mrs. Gus Stuart, Mrs. Samuel B. Walker, and Mrs. Frank Jenkins, all of Forsyth, and Mrs. A. G. Ursitti of Macon; a brother, Early T. Grant, of Forsyth.
     Andrew A. Dillon Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Martin, Robert Alexander Jackson Progress Argus 02 Jan 1980
Martin Rites Held Saturday
     Funeral services for Mr. Robert Alexander Martin, 59, of Forsyth, were held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock in the chapel of Andrew A. Dillon and Son Funeral Home, with the Rev. Boyd Dickey and the Rev. Georgia Phillips officiating. Interment was in Monroe Memorial Gardens.
     A lifelong resident of Monroe County, Mr. Martin was a retired forester. He was a veteran of World War II and was a member of Rocky Creek Baptist Church and the American Legion.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Dorothy P. Martin of Forsyth; three daughters, Mrs. Billy Biles of Jackson, Mrs. Larry Mackey and Miss Karen Martin, both of Forsyth; three sisters, Mrs. W. R. Cole and Miss Linda Martin of Forsyth, and Mrs. J. H. Johnson of East Point; two brothers, Leonard Martin and Lloyd Martin, of Forsyth; three grandchildren.
     
Martin, Rosebud Maddox
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Mar 1960
Mrs. Louis Martin, Of Conley, Died at Home March 13
     Funeral services were held Tuesday, March 15, at one o'clock from the graveside at Watkins Cemetery for Mrs. Louis A. Martin of Conley, formerly of Jackson.
     Mrs. Martin passed away Sunday at her residence. She was 67 years old.
     Before her marriage she was the former Rosebud Maddox, esteemed citizen of Butts County.
     She is survived by her husband, Louis A. Martin, Conley; daughter, Mrs. Caroline Hand, East Point; sister, Mrs. Margie Stroup, Miami, Fla.; brothers, Mr. Frank S. Maddox, East Point; Mr. L. B. Maddox, Jackson; Mr. J. Watts Maddox, Corbin Ky.; Mr. Arthur S. Maddox, New Orleans, La.; and five grandchildren.
     Funeral services were directed by Abercrombie - Patterson of Forest Park, with Rev. Lamar Watkins of Jackson officiating.

Martin, Sandra Lee
Jackson Progress Argus 14 Sep 1978
Drug Overdose Kills Young Camper Here
     Miss Sandra Lee Martin 21, of a Covington address: was found dead Sunday morning about 11:30 a.m. by her companions on a camp out near Kersey's Boat
Service on Jackson Lake.
     The Butts County Sheriff's Department investigated the incident when the girl's companions were unable to arouse her and summoned help. Butts County Coroner John Sherrell arrived at the scene at 12:05 p.m. Sunday afternoon to find the victim dead.
     An autopsy. conducted by Dr. Larry Howard, of the Georgia State Crime Laboratory, Sunday afternoon at Sherrell's Funeral Home resulted in a finding that the girl died from "an Overdose of drugs." The Crime Lab's report confirmed an earlier diagnosis of death by drugs made by a Jackson physician. Further tests will be required to determine the type of drugs taken that led to the victim's death Coroner Sherrell reported.
     Whatever drugs were used were evidently taken vountarily and the three male and female companions of the victim were released Monday afternoon after being held overnight in the City of Jackson jail as material witnesses. There was no evidence of foul play, authorities said, and nothing to indicate but that the girl died from a self-induced overdose of drugs. Coroner Sherrell released the girl's body Sunday night to the Walden Funeral Home of Conyers.

Martin, Susie
  The Jackson Progress-Argus March 2, 1928
Miss Susie Martin Dies In Bainbridge Hospital.
     The death of Miss Susie Martin, 45 years of age, occurred in a hospital in Bainbridge, Ga., February 21. She was a native of Monroe county and the family is well known in this section.
     The body was brought to Berner Thursday morning of last week and carried to Cabiness where funeral services were conducted by Rev. Crowder Mays.
     Miss Martin is survived by three brothers, George and J. J. Martin, and O. G. Martin, of Forsyth; two sisters, Mrs. Pauline Mallard, of Atlanta, and Mrs. Ben Watson, of Quincy, Fla.

Martin, Tennie Heath
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Jul 1942
Mrs. H. S. Martin Taken By Death Monday Evening
     Mrs. H. S. Martin, 58 years of age, died at her home Monday night at 12 o'clock after an illness of two years.
     Born in Butts county, Mrs. Martin was the former Miss Tennie Heath, daughter of the late J. S. Heath and Mrs. Sara Linch Heath. She formerly resided in the Jenkinsburg community but had lived in Jackson for the past few years. Mrs. Martin, who was beloved by a wide circle of friends, was a member of the Jenkinsburg Baptist church.
     Surviving are her husband and brother, J. L. Heath, of Jackson; four sisters, Mrs. M. E. Perdue, Jackson; Mrs. W. F. Edalgo of Nashville, Ga.; Mrs. P. B. M. Well of Jasper county and Mrs. Jeff Maddox of Jackson; her stepmother Mrs. J. S. Heath; four half-sisters, Mrs. J. E. O'Neal of Lakewood Heights; Mrs. Algie Shipp of College Park; Mrs. Ivy Cook of Atlanta and Mrs. Stewart Nelson of Flovilla.

Martin, Thelma Lee Bennett
Jackson Progress Argus 12 Jul 1995
     Thelma Lee Bennett Martin of Flovilla died Sunday, July 9, in Union City.
     Funeral services were held Tuesday, July 11, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Griffin with Bishop Ken Van Hoy officiating. Interment was in Little Utah Cemetery in Axson.
     Mrs. Martin was born Oct. 20, 1926 in Axson, daughter of the late Ellis E. Bennett and Myrtice Alice Hood Bennett of Waycross.
     She was a homemaker and a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
     Survivors include husband, Alexander Martin of Flovilla; daughter, Patricia Mitchell of Jackson; sons, Larry Martin of Chauncy, Victor Martin of Thomaston and Marty Martin of Pell City, AL; 16 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; her mother; sisters, Edna Stone of Jacksonville, FL, Joanne Douglas of Waycross and Myrtice Skinner of Pearson; brother, Edward Bennett of Florida; and several nieces and nephews.
     Sherrell, Wilson, Mangham Funeral Home of Jacksqn was in charge of arrangements.
Martin, Thomas
  The Jackson Argus June 8, 1900
     Thomas Martin, an operative at the Spalding Mills, died Sunday and was buried at Jackson, his former home yesterday morning.
Griffin News.

Martin, Thomas Eulee
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Apr 1980
Martin Rites Held April 9th
     Funeral service for Mr. Thomas Eulee Martin, 26, of Locust Grove were held Wednesday afternoon, April 9th, from Carmichael's Memorial Chapel with the Revs. C. G. Johnston and Oscar Walker officiating. Interment was in the New Hope United Methodist Church cemetery.
     Mr. Martin died quite suddenly on Monday. He was employed by the Henry County Water Department and was a member of the . Philippi Baptist Church.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Mary Lane Martin, Locust Grove, Mr. and Mrs. Eu1ee Martin, Locust Grove; grandparents, Mrs. Lucy Thomas, Jenkinsburg and Mr. and Mrs. A. D. Garland, Locust Grove; sisters, Mrs. Martha Litton, McDonough, Mrs. Sarah Cates, Norfolk, Va., Miss Linda Martin, Locust Grove; brother, Mr. David Martin, Locust Grove; several nieces and nephews.

Martin, Thomas Henry
Jackson Progress-Argus, August 19, 1948.
Thomas H. Martin Claimed by Death.
     Thomas Henry Martin, 76 years of age, widely known resident of the county, died Sunday afternoon while visiting his niece, Mrs. Jim Phinazee. He had been in declining health for the past two or three years.
     Born and reared in Butts county, Mr. Martin was engaged in farming until ill health forced his retirement. He was a member of County Line church and had many friends who regrettoknow of his passing.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Lillian Folds Martin; a daughter, Mrs. Dollie Cochran of Jackson; a son, William L. Martin of Griffin; two sisters, Mrs. C. H. Cason of Griffin and Mrs. George Storey of Thomaston; two brothers, W. R. Martin of Griffin and L. D. Martin of Forsyth.
     Funeral services were conducted at County Line Baptist church near Jenkinsburg Tuesday afternoon. Haisten Brothers, Griffin, had charge of arrangements.

Martin, Troy F.
Jackson Progress-Argus 20 Mar 1941
T. F. Martin Passes at Hapeville Home
     Jackson and Butts county friends of Mr. Troy F. Martin, a former resident of the county were grieved to learn of his death which occurs red early Thursday morning at his home, 876 Virginia Avenue, Hapeville, Ga.
     Mr. Martin was born in Butts county in October, 1895, and lived here until recent years when he moved to Hapeville. He was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Owen J. Martin, long time residents of the county, and his wife was formerly Miss Susannah Ridgeway, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Ridgeway.
     Funeral services were conducted from the Fellowship Presbyterian church Saturday afternoon with the Rev. Ben Ingram of Forsyth officiating. Pallbearers were Messrs. W. C. Norton, W. E. Tanner, J. R. Garrett, Albert Hencely, W. T. Gillman, H. F. Osborne. Interment was in the churchyard. J. Austin Dillon, Funeral Directors, were in charge.
     Besides his wife, Mr. Martin is survived by the following brothers and sisters, G. V. Martin, Long Beach, Calif.; R. D. Martin, San Francisco, Calif.; F. Douglas Martin, Seattle, Wash:; E. L. Martin, Decatur, Ga.; Mr?. James L. Brenner, San Francisco, Calif.; Mrs. Elizabeth Hawkins, Bremerton, Wash.; one uncle, Ed Martin; two aunts, Mrs. C .C. Martin and Mrs. Tommy Martin, of Barnesville.

Martin, Virginia Frances Swint
Jackson Progress Argus 29 Sep 1938
Mr. Asa Martin Claimed By Death
     The death of Mrs. Asa Martin, 20 years of age, beloved young woman of the Worthville community, occurred Friday night at 8 o'clock in the Strickland Memorial Hospital in Griffin. Death followed an illness of several days.
     Mrs. Martin was the former Miss Virginia Frances Swint, daughter of the late Mr. D. W. Swint and Mrs. Virginia Frances Chambers Swint prominent residents of Worthville. She was a devoted member of the Worthville Baptist church and took much interest in religious activities. She had many friends throughout the county and her death brought sorrow to all who knew her.
     Funeral services were held Sunday morning at 11 o'clock at the Worthville Baptist church. The pastor, Rev. J. B. Stodghill, assisted by Rev. D. H. Jones, pastor of the Griffin Highland Baptist church, conducted the services. Interment was in the family lot in the churchyard with S. H. Thornton, funeral director in charge.
     Surviving relatives include her husband, two young daughters, one an infant of two weeks; her mother Mrs. D. W. Swint; four sisters, Mrs. J. B. Kitchens, of Sharpsburg; Mrs. W. O. Harden and Miss Cleo Swint of Atlanta; Miss Sara Swint, of Jackson; three brothers, W. H. and Boyd Swint, of Jackson, and D. L. Swint, of Atlanta.

Martin, W. P.
Jackson Progress-Argus, March 22, 1962
W. P. Martin, Ex-School Head, Died March 14
     Mr. W. P. Martin, 91, retired attorney and former superintendent of the schools in Jackson, died last Wednesday at his residence in Gainesville.
     He was born in Murphy, N. C., and was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Gainesville. He had lived there since 1924 and was former school superintendent.
     Active in church affairs he taught a Sunday school class until recently. He was a graduate of Mercer University and did graduate work at Emory University, the University of Georgia and Columbia University. Admitted to he bar in 1901 he entered the practice of law in 1934.
     Mr. Martin served as superintendent of schools in Ellijay, Canton, Lawrenceville, Jackson, Dublin and Gainesville.
     Funeral services were held last Thursday at Ward's Chapel with burial in the Alta Vista Cemetery.
     Survivors include his widow, two daughters, one son and a sister.

Martin, William Lee, Jr.
Jackson Progress Argus 26 Jun 1975
W. L. Martin, U. S. Marshal, Died Friday
     William Lee Martin Jr., 65, veteran U. S. Marshal for the Middle District of Georgia since 1969, died early Friday from an apparent heart attack in the Coweta County Hospital in Newnan.
     Mr. Martin of 2969 King Alfred Drive in Macon had been in the hospital undergoing treatment for a heart ailment the past two weeks.
     Mr. Martin had served as U. S. Marshal for the 70-county Middle Georgia District since August 1, 1969. He was appointed by former President Richard M. Nixon. Nixon reappointed Mr. Martin to a second four year term in 1973. His appointment was confirmed by the Senate.
     Mr. Martin volunteered in March 1973 for service at Wounded Knee, S. D., after the outpost was seized by militant members of the American Indian Movement.
     A native of Hogansville, Mr. Martin was graduated from high school in Opp. Ala.
     He attended Auburn University and earned the Bachelor of Science. Degree from North Carolina State University.
     Mr. Martin served for 30 years as superintendent of the Stark Mills in Hogansville, retiring to accept the Nixon appointment. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II as a gunnery officer at the Naval Air Station in Attu, Alaska. He held the rank of lieutenant senior grade.
     Mr. Martin was serving his fourth term as a member of the Hogansville City Council when he received his appointment as marshal.
     Mr. Martin was a member of the Georgia Peace Officers Association, the VFW and served as treasurer of the First Southern Methodist Church in Macon. He was also a former member of the Hogansville Kiwanis Club and a member of the Moose Club.

Martin, William Levoy
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Mar 1971
Wm. L. Martin Passes At His Residence
     Funeral services for Mr. William Levoy Martin, 55, who died early Thursday morning, March 4th, at his residence at 236 Airport Road, Griffin, were held Saturday afternoon at two o'clock in the chapel of Haisten's Funeral Home in Griffin. Rev. Cecil Dix officiated with interment in the Oak Hill Cemetery. Haisten Funeral Home of Griffin was in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Martin, brother of Mrs. D. W. Cochran of Jackson, was a native of Henry County and had been an employee of Dundee Mill No. One until ill health forced his retirement. He had been ill since October. Mr. Martin was the son of the late Mr. Thomas Henry Martin and Mrs. Lilly Folds Martin. Mr. Martin is survived by his wife, Mrs. Elizabeth Welch Martin of Griffin; two daughters, Mrs. M. E. Beck of Roanoke, Va., and Mrs. W. E. Stephens of Americus; a son, William Richard Martin of Miami, Fla.: two sisters, Mrs. Lillian Phinazee of Griffin and Mrs. D. W. Cochran of Jackson; eight grandchildren.

Mashburn, Curtis
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Sep 1969
Heart Attack Is Fatal To Curtis Mashburn
    The body of Mr. Curtis Mashburn, 70, a retired textile employee, was discovered dead in bed Wednesday morning with a Jackson physician determining that death resulted from a massive coronary attack about 4 o'clock Wednesday morning. Butts County Corner John Sherrell also investigated the death of Mr. Mashburn.
     Born February 3, 1899 in Alabama, Mr. Mashburn was the son of Mr. Griff Mashburn and Mrs. Betty Turner Mashburn. He was a veteran of World War I and for a long number of years was employed by Pepperton Cotton Mills until his retirement. He had lived in Jackson for 30 or more years.
     Mr. Mashburn is survived by his wife, Mrs. Clestine Minton Mashburn of Jackson; one son, R. E. Mashburn, Fairfield, Ala.; a daughter, Mrs. Mildred Ham, Birmingham, Ala.; a brother, J. W. Mashburn, Tuscaloosa, Ala.; a sister, Miss Viola Mashburn of California.
      Funeral services at press time, were incomplete and will be announced by Sherrell Funeral Home, who will be in charge of arrangements.
Jackson Progress Argus Sep 1969
Mr. Mashburn Buried Friday At Pepperton
     Funeral services for Mr. Curtis Mashburn were held Friday afternoon at three o'clock from the Pepperton Baptist Church with the Rev. Marion Mayo and the Rev. James Baxter officiating. Interment was in Pepperton Cemetery with Sherrell Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Mashburn, 70, of Route 2, Jackson died early Wednesday morning, September 10th, from an apparent heart attack. He was a retired textile employee and a veteran of World War I.
    Mr. Mashburn was born in Alabama, the son of Mr. Griff Mashburn and Mrs. Betty Turner Mashburn. He had lived in Butts County about 30 years.
    Mr. Mashburn is survived by his wife, Mrs. Clestine Minton Mashburn; one son, R. E. Mashburn of Fairfield, Alabama; one daughter, Mrs. Mildred Ham of Birmingham, Alabama; one sister, Miss Viola Mashburn of California.
    Pallbearers were Pete Cook, Wayne Byars, Ollie King, Robert Strawn, Luther Byars, and W. A. Cook.

Mask, Emmett Newt
Jackson Progress Argus 29 Feb 1068
Crash Sunday Takes Life Griffin Man
     A Griffin mechanic was killed and two Negro school teachers, one from Jackson, were injured in a head-on collision Sunday afternoon about six o'clock seven miles west of Jackson on State Route 16.
     Killed was Emmett Newt Mask, 48, who had moved to Griffin from Eatonton only last week to accept a job as a mechanic at Wesley Garage and Machinery Company. The death of Mr. Mask brought Butts County's traffic fatalities for 1968 to three.
     Mr. Mask was on his way back to Griffin from a trip to Eatonton when the mishap occurred. He suffered head and chest injuries and was pronounced dead on arrival at the Griffin-Spalding County Hospital.
     Injured were Julian Russell, 25, of Griffin, a teacher at Fairmont High School and C. W. Williams, 28, of Valley Road, Jackson, a teacher of French at Henderson High School.
     Russell suffered head injuries and Williams suffered injuries to his right arm, ribs, and head. Both were admitted to Griffin- Spalding County Hospital where the condition of Williams Monday was termed satisfactory.
     The two teachers had attended a language meeting in New Orleans, Louisiana with Russell returning Williams to his home in Jackson when the collision occurred on a curve almost in front of the old Tom Collins home on Griffin Road.
     State Patrol reports listed Mask and Russell as drivers of the vehicles was estimated at $3,000 by the State Patrol.

Mask, Grace Elizabeth Beall
Jackson Progress Argus 30 Nov 1994
     Grace Elizabeth Beall Mask of Jackson died Monday, Nov. 21, at Emory University Hospital in Atlanta.
     Funeral services were held Friday, Nov. 25, in the Sherrell Memorial Chapel with Max Purdue and John Sherrell officiating. Interment was in the Jackson' City Cemetery.
     Mrs. Mask was born Aug. 2, 1913 in Palmetta, daughter of the late William Beall and Marcellus Elizabeth Gann Beall. She was the widow of Grady Mask.
     Survivors include children, Shirley Perdue of Jonesboro, Mr. and Mrs. Dick Pugh of Ft. Myers, FL, David Mask of Marion, VA, and Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Millwood and Cathy Seymour, all of Forsyth; brother and sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Beall of Fairburn; sisters-in-law, Mrs. Roy Beall of Forrest Park and Pearl Hobbs of Flovilla; brother-in-law, Herschel Leverette of Jackson; seven grandchildren; two great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
     Sherrell, Wilson, Mangham Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Mask, Grady Lee
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Feb 1990
     Grady Lee Mask, 76, of 450 Lyons St., Jackson, died early Sunday morning at his residence following an extended illness.
     The funeral was held Tuesday at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with the Rev. Jerry Brooks officiating. Burial was in the Jackson cemetery. Mr. Mask, a native of Gwinnett County, was the son of Tommy Mask and Inez Kilgore Mask. He was a retired electrician, plumber, and radio/TV technician.
     Survivors include his wife, Grace Beall Mask; daughters, Shirley Perdue of Jonesboro, Carol Pugh of Fort Myers, Fla., and Shelia Millwood and Cathye Seymour, both of Forsyth; son, David Mask of Avingdon, Va.; seven grandchildren; two great grandchildren; sister, Jackie Leverette of Jackson; stepsisters, Pearl Hobbs of Flovilla and Rennie Parker of Milstead, Ga.; several nephews and nieces.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Mask, James Floyd
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Sep 1964
Truck Mishap Friday Kills Jackson Man
     James Floyd Mask, 49, of Route 4, Jackson, was killed instantly early Friday morning when he was thrown from his 1950 model pick up truck when it overturned on a county road. Death apparently was caused by a broken neck.
     According to Deputy Sheriff Curtis Kelley, the truck was believed to have been traveling at a high rate of speed when the accident occurred.
     Mr. Kelley said that the accident occurred near the home of Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Hamlin in the Worthville Community. The Hamlins heard the resulting noise and telephoned Mr. Kelley. Mr. Mask was dead on arrival at Sylvan Grove Hospital.

Jackson Progress Argus 03 Sep 1964
James F. Mask Buried Aug. 29 At Porterdale
     Funeral services for Mr. James Floyd Mask, 49, were conducted Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the chapel at Haisten Funeral Home with the Rev. T. J. Thaxton officiating. Interment was in the Porterdale Cemetery.
     Mr. Mask died about 5 o'clock Friday morning, August 28, when he apparently lost control of his pickup truck and was thrown from the truck when it overturned on a county road in the Worthville Community.
     He was a textile worker and farmer and made his home on Route 4, Jackson. A resident of Butts County for the past 25 years, Mr. Mask was the son of the late Tommy Mask and Mrs. Inez Kilgore Mask Thaxton of Jackson, who survives. In addition to his mother he is survived by one son, Tommy Mask of Macon; two daughters, Tony Mask and Patricia Mask, both of Macon; a sister, Mrs. W. H. Leverrett of Jackson; brother Grady Lee Mask of Jackson; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Darrell Leverett, David Mask, E. D. Maddox, Bud Pope, Watson Vaughn and Billy O'Neal.

Mask, Samuel
  Middle Georgia Argus April 12, 1887
Covington Star
     An old man named Samuel Mask, who lived near Newton Factory, was found dead in a field belonging to Mr. Hugh White; near by his house, on Saturday night last. Mr. Mask was Tyler of the Masonic Lodge at Newton factory, and had the keys to the lodge room in his pocket. A meeting was to be held that night and when the members arrived they found the lodge room locked up and Mr. Mask absent. After waiting for some time, he was sent for, when it was learned he was not at home. The members of the lodge then started to search for him, when he was found dead about 8 o'clock at night. His death was caused by apoplexy.

Mason, NFN
Macon Telegraph & Messenger March 17, 1877
     The Griffin News reports an unpleasantness in Butts county, near Worthville, last Saturday, which resulted in the killing of a man named Mason, by two men named Thompson, who were immediately jugged therefor. They charged Mason with being to intimate with a kinswoman.

Georgia Weekly Telegraph & Georgia Journal & Messenger April 3, 1877
     Jesse Thompson, who killed a man named Mason in Butts county week before last, was shipped from the Griffin jail on Monday, in charge of an agent of the keeper of the penitentiary, to serve out his sentence. Quick work.

Mason, Charles V.
Jackson Progress Argus 30 Jan 1985
     Charles V. Mason. 47, of San Diego, Calif., formerly of Jackson. died Sunday evening in a motorcycle accident near his home.
     Mr. Mason was the brother of Linda Jones of Jackson. He was retired from the U.S. Navy.
     In addition to his sister, he is survived by his wife. Anne K. Mason; sons, Patrick and Bob; daughter, Terry; and one grandchild.
     Following a memorial service in San Diego, Mr. Mason was cremated and his remains buried at sea.

Mason, Festus B. (Jake)
Jackson Progress Argus 05 Feb 1976
F. B. Mason Funeral Held February 4th
     Mr Festus B. (Jake) Mason, 83, of Route 1, Worthville Community, Jackson, died early Tuesday morning at Sylvan Grove Hospital where he was admitted Friday of last week. He had been in declining health for several years.
     Born in Henry County, son of the late Andrew Jackson Mason and Nora Stewart Mason, Mr. Mason was a retired farmer. He was a member and deacon of the Worthville Baptist Church, and a member of Ancient York Lodge of Masons at Worthville.
     Funeral services were conducted Wednesday at three o'clock from the Worthville Baptist Church with the Rev. Clarage Tucker, pastor, officiating. Interment was in the Worthville Baptist Church cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge. Members of Ancient York Lodge No. 127 of Masons were in charge of graveside rites and also served as pallbearers.
     Mr. Mason is survived by his wife, Mrs. Lena Smith Mason, of Jackson; a son, Forrest E. Mason, Jackson; one grandson, Lanny Mason, Jackson; a sister, Mrs. Lillian. Spoenemann, Canton, Ga.; several nieces and. nephews.
     
Mason, Flora Ella Gray Hale
Jackson Progress Argus 3 Mar 1933
Former Butts County Woman Died Feby. 25
     Mrs. F. E. Mason, of Shadydale, died Saturday morning, February 25, at 8:15 o'clock.
     Mr. Mason had been an invalid for 13 years, and became blind about 4 years ago. She was 71 years old, having been born in Butts county May 3, 1861. She was the daughter of Augustus Gray and Mary B. Henderson Gray, and the sister of Mrs. Laura Gray Mays and Mr. H. L. Gray, formerly well-known citizen of Jackson and Butts county.
     At the age of 20 she was married to John W. Hale, of Henry county, who died a few years after their marriage. By this marriage there were two children, Eva Leona Hale, who died at the age of 5, and Laura Mae Hale Smith, who died February 24 , 1920. Mrs. Mason remained a widow until 1907 when she was married to Mr. J. N. Mason, of Henry county, who died four years later, June 11, 1911.
     Funeral services were held at Sardis church in Henry county, of which she was a member since girlhood. Services were conducted by Rev. J. E. Hartsfield, pastor of the Shady Dale Methodist church, Sunday morning, February 26, at 11:30 o'clock. Interment was in Sardis cemetery.
     Mrs. Mason is survived by a son-in- law, Mr. E. C. Smith, and four grandchildren, Rubye, Eldridge, Margaret and Ella Ruth Smith, of Shady Dale, and three nephews, Mr. John Billy Mays, and Augustus and David Gray, of Jackson.

Mason, Forrest Ellis "Foggie"
Jackson Progress Argus 18 Nov 1987
     Forrest Ellis "Foggie" Mason, 69, of Route 1, Jackson, the Worthville commumty, died Nov. 11 at the Medical Center i n Macon.
     The funeral was held Friday at 3 p.m. at the Worthville Baptist Church with the Rev. Stephen Hart officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.
     Mr. Mason was a native of Butts County, son of Festus B. Mason and Lena Smith Mason. He was an Army veteran and served during World War II in Europe. He was a school bus driver for the Butts County school system for more than 15 years, and he was a member of the Worthville Baptist Church.
     Survivors include his wife, Ann Clark Mason; son and daughter-in-law, Lannie and Vickie Mason of Jackson; grandchildren, Gary and Jilly Mason of Jackson.
     Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Mason, Harriet
  The Jackson Argus January 21, 1897
Mrs. Harriet Mason Dies.
     A telegram was received here this week announcing the death of Mrs. Harriet Mason, which occurred at her home at Sardis in Henry county last Monday.
     Mrs. Mason was nearly 80 years of age and leaves a number of children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mrs. Perry Lee and Raleigh Harper of this place are her grandchildren.
     The deceased was a native of Virginia. She lived active life and was indeed a woman of great usefulness and for a long time lived only for the good she could do. Her presence was a benediction! She has been called to her reward.

Mason, J. A., Mrs.
  Middle Georgia Argus April 29, 1890
A Sad Death
     Mrs. Mason, wife of Mr. J. A. Mason, died at their home on First Street on Sunday night after a lingering illness of ____ months. Her remains will be ____ to Locust Grove today for burial. She leaves a young husband besides numerous relatives to mourn her death.

Mason, John Arthur, Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 30 Dec 1981
John Mason Was Buried Sunday
     Funeral services for John Arthur Mason, Sr., 49, of 202 Forsyth St., Barnesville, were held Sunday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock from the chapel of Williams Funeral Home with Dr. I. W. Bowen officiating. Interment was in Greenwood cemetery under the direction of Williams Funeral Home. Mr. Mason died Thursday morning at his residence.
     He was a native of Putnam County but had lived in Butts County where he attended public school before entering the U. S. Navy, from which he was retired.
     He owned and operated the Mason Taxi Service and was a member of the Baptist Church.
     Survivors include a daughter, Ms. Cynthia Mason of N. C.; three sons, John A. Mason, Jr., William A. Mason and Ronald Mason, all of N. C.; father and step-mother, Mr and Mrs. Albert D. Mason of Forsyth;
     Two sisters, Mrs. Howard Jones, of Jackson and Mrs. Fl6rence Eaton of Sumrnerville; a brother, Charles Mason of California ; two step-sisters; two step-brothers, and a number of grandchildren.
Mason, Lena Smith
Jackson Progress Argus 14 Jan 1987
     Lena Smith Mason, 91, formerly of the Worthville community, died Friday at Westbury Medical Care Home in Jenkinsburg where she had lived for the past five years.
     The funeral was held Saturday at 2:30 p.m. in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with the Rev. Steve Hart officiating. Burial was in the Worthville Baptist Church cemetery.
     Mrs. Mason was a lifelong resident of Butts County, daughter of the late A. M. (Tobe) Smith and Eugenia Maddox Smith and the widow of Festus B. (Jake) Mason who died in 1976. She was a member of Worthville Baptist Church.
     Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Forrest E. (Foggie) and Ann Mason of Jackson; grandson and granddaughter-in-law, Lanny and Vickie Mason of Jackson; great-grandson and greatgranddaughter, Gary and Jill Mason of Jackson; sisters, Pauline Mackey of Georgetown, Ga., and Ruth Norton of Hapeville; a large number of nieces and nephews.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.
     
Mason, Nora Jane Stewart
Jackson Progress August 04 May 1950
Mrs. Nora Mason Taken By Death
     Mrs. Nora Jane Mason, 89, died in Atlanta April 27 while visiting her daughter, Mrs. Yassa Cawthon .
     Mrs. Mason who had lived in Butts county all her life was the daughter of J. Tom Stewart and Mrs. Sarah Frances Spears Stewart, prominent pioner residents. She was the widow of Andrew Jackson Mason. She was a member of Worthville Baptist church and one of its oldest members and was widely beloved in the community in which she lived. Funeral services were held Friday at 2 p. m. at Sardis church and Rev. Ralph Shea of the Jackson. Methodist church officiated. The grandsons acted as pallbearers. Interment was in the churchyard and Haisten Funeral Home had charge of arrangements.
     Survivors are six daughters, Mrs. Homer Hill of Dunwoody; Mrs. Vassa Cawthon of Atlanta; Mrs. Paul Spoenemen of St. Louis, Mo.; Mrs. Bertie Carter of Chattanooga and Mrs. G. C. Maddox of Jackson; two sons, Grover C. Mason of Atlanta and F. B. Mason of Jackson; three sisters, Mrs. A. M. Pace and Mrs. Clyde Stroud of Jackson; Mrs. W. H. Cawthon of Atlanta; 25 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren.

Mason, Watie Partee
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Dec 1991
     Mrs. Watie Partee Mason, 70, of the Jackson Lake Inn Community died Friday, Nov. 29, at Henry General Hospital in Stockbridge following a period of declining health.
     The funeral was conducted Sunday, Dec. 1, in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson, with the Rev. Craig Bailey officiating. Burial was in Lawnwood Memorial Park in Covington.
     Mrs. Mason was born in Pontok County, Miss., daughter of the late Ezra L. and Ruth Dodson Partee.
     Mr. and Mrs. Mason resided in Macon for many years before moving to Jackson Lake in 1968. She was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church in Butts County.
     Survivors include her husband, Emmett B. Mason of Jackson; daughter and son-in-law, Patricia and Pat Patterson of Jackson; grandson, Tracey Patterson of Jackson; sisters, Lucile Bray of Houlka, Miss., Kate Johnson, Quebelle Parker and Gladys Kitchens, all of Covington, Nellie Davidson of Phenix City, Ala., and Billie Greer of Macon; and several nieces and nephews.
     Memorial contributions may be sent to the Thomas C. Burke Foundation, 182 Riley Avenue, Macon, GA 31204.
     Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Massey, Elizabeth A.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus December 8, 1922
Death Of Mrs. Massey.
     An aunt of Dr. John B. Hopkins, Mrs. Elizabeth A. Massey, of 156 Jett St., Atlanta, Ga., died on Tuesday evening at the residence in the eighty-fourth year of her age. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. H. R Martin, and one son, Mr. J. T. Massey, and a number of nieces and nephews.
     The funeral was held Wednesday at 10 o'clock at the Sweetwater Primitive Baptist church. Interment was in the Sweetwater cemetery.
     The following nephews acted as pallbearers: Drs. T. T. and V. G. Hopkins, of Decatur, Dr. A. S. Hopkins, of Covington, Mr. Len Hopkins, of Norcross, Dr. John B. Hopkins, of Jackson.

Massey, J. E.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus August 23, 1918
Visitor At Camp Ground Victim Of Indigestion
South Carolina man expired suddenly Saturday morning
     Sized with as attack of acute indigestion, Mr. J. E. Massey, 52 years old, of Pendleton, S.C., died suddenly at the camp ground Saturday morning. He survived but a few minutes after being stricken.
     Mr. Massey was attending the camp meeting and later planned to visit his son, Mr. A. E. Massey, of Thomaston. He was a well known citizen of Pendleton and was a member of the Pentecostal church.
     He is survived by several sons and daughters.
     The body was sent Saturday night to his old home for funeral and interment.

Massey, Robert
Jackson Progress Argus 08 Sep 1982
     Robert, Massey, 51, of Highway, 36, Covington died August 31 in Decatur after a lengthy illness.
     A native of Hart County, Mr. Massey was a veteran of the Korean Conflict and was employed by the city of Atlanta for a number of years.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Shirley Kitchens Massey of Covington; a daughter, Miss Angela Massey of Covington; a son, Terry Massey of Covington; a sister, Mrs. Nellie Milligan of Lithonia; a brother, Howard Massey of Covington. Several nieces and nephews also survivors include his wife, Mrs. Shirley Kitchens Massey of Covington; a daughter, Miss Angela Massey of Covington; a son, Terry Massey of Covington; a sister, Mrs. Nellie Milligan of Lithonia; a brother, Howard Massey of Covington. Several nieces and nephews also survive.
     Funeral services were held Friday afternoon at 3:00 at the Red Oak Methodist Church in Newton County. Rev. Bob Brown officiated. and burial was in the church cemetery.
     Pallbearers were Larry Gabrial, Steve Gabrial, Curtis Higginbothom, Harry Armstrong, Ernest Snellgrove, and Terry King.
     Sherrell Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.
 
Massey, Sally Rochester
Jackson Progress Argus 30 Jul 1970
Mrs. Massey Buried At Macedonia
     Mrs. Sally Rochester Massey, 80, of Route 2, Jackson, died Monday morning, July 27, about 5:30 o'clock in the Griffin-Spalding County Hospital where she had been a patient for about three weeks.
     For the past several years she had made her home with her daughter, Mrs. Ellis Roberts, and had been in declining health for a long period of time. Mrs. Massey was born December 27, 1889 in Anderson, S. C. and was the widow of Mr. Walter D. Massey.
     Funeral services were conducted Tuesday, July 28th, at three p. m. from Macedonia Baptist Church with Rev. R. W. Jenkins, pastor, and Rev. Bill Thomas a former pastor, officiating. Burial was in Macedonia Church Cemetery with Sherrell Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Massey is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Ellis Roberts of Jackson; two sons, Al E. Massey of Corpus Christi, Texas and W. D. Massey of Riverdale; a sister, Mrs. Oliver Massey of La France, S. C.; nine grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; a large number of nieces and nephews.

Master, Moudie
Jackson Progress Argus 15 May 1991
     Mr. Moudie Master, 72, of 671 Frazer Street in Atlanta died Monday, May 6.
     The funeral was held Sunday, May 12, at Macedonia Baptist Church in Butts County, with the Rev. H. Sims officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery.
     Mr. Master was born in Butts County. He was the son of the late Will and Mary Trimble Master.
     Survivors include his daughters, Lois, Mary Ann, Crida, Chatherine, and Peggy; sons, Ted, Larry and Moudie Jr; cousin, Lucy Johnson of Atlanta; two aunts, Lucy Price and Bertha Clark of Jenkinsburg.
     Trimier Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
 
Masters, Benjamin Ammon
Jackson Progress Argus 18 Mar 1965
B. A. Masters Buried March 11 At Jackson Rites
     Funeral services for Benjamin Ammon Masters, 93, were conducted Saturday afternoon at 3 :30 o'clock from Haisten's Chapel with the Rev. Andy Holston officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Masters died Thursday, March 11, at the Macon Hospital. He had been hospitalized the day before due to a broken hip.
     A native of Pickens County, South Carolina, the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Masters, he moved to Butts County last November with his daughter, Mrs. Frank Walker, and Mr. Walker. He had been a patient at Westbury Medical Care Home since December. He was a retired farmer.
     Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Frank Walker of Route 2, Jackson, Mrs. Harris Whitaker of Augusta and Mrs. Jack Green of Valdosta; one son, Earnest Masters of Augusta; two brothers, Freeman Masters of Easley, S. C. and Newy Masters of Augusta; a sister, Mrs. Oie Hopkins of Augusta; a number of grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were Luther Byars, Frank Lofton, Robert Byrd, Richard Walker, Grady Whitaker and Billy Gable.

Mathews, G. W., Rev.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus June 5, 1925
Rev. G. W. Mathews Claimed By Death.
Prominent leader in South Georgia Conference and head of Indian Springs Holiness Camp Meeting.
     Many friends through out Butts county were saddened to learn of the death of Rev, G. W. Mathews, pastor of the Asburn Methodist church and for many years president of the board of trustees of the Indian Springs camp ground, which occurred at a sanitarium in Macon Tuesday morning. He had been undergoing treatment at the Middle Georgia Sanatorium for a fractured limb and his death came as a shock.
     Mr. Mathews was a leader in the South Georgia Conference, having served many churches in the southern portion of Georgia and was formerly secretary of the Centenary movement. For twenty years or more he had been president of the Indian Springs Holiness camp meeting. His work brought him into close touch with the citizens of Butts county and he was well known and highly esteemed here. He was a man of great consecration and splendid character and was widely beloved.
     Funeral services were held in Fort Valley Wednesday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock.
Surviving Mr. Mathews are his widow, two sons, George Mathews, Jr., of Fort Valley and Alec Mathews, of Ashburn; two daughters, Miss Lucy M. Mathews and Mrs. Helen Luce, of Fort Valley; one brother, Judge H. A. Mathews and a sister, Mrs. Will Wright, both of Fort Valley.

Mathews, J. B., Mrs.
  The Jackson Argus June 18, 1897
     The Argus tenders sincere sympathy to Dr. J. B. Mathews of Zebulon and his excellent children in the loss of a beloved wife and mother. Mrs. Mathews was a woman in whom the Christian graces were ever to be seen and admired. She was a noble woman and her life was a sweet incense, and such a woman never lives in vane or dies without reward. To her dear ones we send greetings of tenderest sympathies.

Mathews, J. T., Mrs.
  Butts County Progress January 29, 1909
     Mrs. Sallie Thompson's friends are sympathizing with her in the loss of her sister, Mrs. J. T. Mathews. The death of Mrs. Mathews occurred at her home in Fitzgerald Monday last.
  
Mathews, Jack
  Middle Georgia Argus December 1, 1885
A Negro Killed at Worthville
     A difficulty occurred between Nelson Logan and Jack Mathews at Worthville, in which the latter was killed with a stick in the hands of the former; his neck being unjointed. Logan was fully justified and no arrest has been made.
  
Mathews, Samantha Mabel Nutt
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Oct 1960
Mrs. Mathews Died In Miami; Buried At Griffin
     Jackson friends of Mrs. W. L. Nutt and Mr. T. A. Nutt Sr., both of Jackson, regret to learn of the death of Mrs. Samantha Mathews which occurred Wednesday, October 12, in Miami, Fla. Funeral services were held at two o'clock Sunday afternoon at the Pittman-Rawls Chapel in Griffin with interment in Oak Hill Cemetery. The Rev. Hugh Lindsey officiated.
     Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. W. L. Nutt, Jackson; Mrs. Joseph Price and Miss Susan Mathews, both of Miami, Fla.; four sons, W. B. Mathews, Birmingham, Ala.; Thomas R. Mathews, Cuthbert; James C. Mathews, Decatur; Dr. A. Jackson, New York; N. Y.; one sister, Mrs. Virgil Williams of Locust Grove; two brothers, T. A. Nutt Sr., Jackson and W. P. Nutt; Griffin; nine grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, one great great grandchildren.

Mathewson, Minnie C. Thompson
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Feb 1933
Mother of Mr. Mathewson Passes in Syracuse, N. y.
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. George H. Mathewson, of Jackson, sympathize with them in the death of Mr. Mathewson's mother, Mrs. Morgan Mathewson, which occurred Saturday morning at her home in Syracuse, N. Y. She is survived by her husband, five sons and one daughter. Mr. Mathewson left Saturday afternoon to attend the funeral, which was held Monday at Syracuse. He will be away about a week before returning to Jackson.

Jackson Progress Argus 24 Feb 1933
Funeral Services for Mrs. M. C. Mathewson
     Mrs. Minnie C. Mathewson, 70, wife of Morgan Mathewson, died suddenly at her home on State Fair road, town of Geddes, early yesterday morning. Private funeral services will take place at the home at 1 o'clock Tuesday afternoon. Interment will be in Lysander cemetery. She was affectionately known during the World War as the "mother" of Camp Syracuse.
     Mrs. Mathewson, in apparent perfect health, had been up and about the house for some time, when she suffered a heart attack, death occurring several minutes later.
     A native of the town of Geddes, Mrs. Mathewson was a daughter of the late David and Mary Thompson, pioneer residents of that section.
     She attended the schools in the Geddes township, and when a girl of 16 years was married to Mr. Mathewson. They continued their residence in the township, and had Mrs. Mathewson lived until next June 21, the couple would have observed their fifty-fifth wedding anniversary. They celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in 1928.
     A pioneer member of Lakeland Methodist Episcopal church, Mrs. Mathewson took an active part in affairs of that section for many years. During the World War she endeared herself to the hearts of the soldiers at Camp Syracuse through her many kind deeds, and often received letters from the boys overseas who remembered her for her kindness.
     The Mathewson homestead was directly opposite the war camp and the home was open at all times to the boys in khaki.
     Surviving, besides her husband, are five sons, Charles Mathewson, of Buffalo, Chester Mathewson, of Syracuse, Elmer Mathewson of the town of Geddes, George Mathewson, of Jackson, Ga., and Lee Mathewson, of Baldwinsville; a daughter, Mrs. William H. Lincoln, of the town of Geddes; 14 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Another daughter, Mrs. Bessie Miller, died in June of 1931. Syracuse, N. Y. Journal, Feb. 11.

Mathewson, Morgan J.
  Jackson Progress Argus 24 Mar 1955
Death Friday Claims Father of G. .H. Mathewson
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. George Mathewson sympathize with them in the death of Mr. Mathewson's father, Morgan J. Mathewson, which occurred Friday at Daytona Beach, Fla., where he was spending the winter. He was 94 years of age.
     Funeral services were held at his home in Syracuse, New York, on Tuesday.
     Mr. Mathewson was survived by three sons, Lee B. and Chester Mathewson of Baldwinsville, New York and George Mathewson of Jackson and one daughter, Mrs. W. H. Lincoln of Syracuse, New York.

Matthews, James
Jackson Progress Argus 30 Aug 1995
     James Matthews of Jackson, died Thursday, August 24,1995.
     Funeral services were held Saturday, August 26 at McDaniel's Chapel. Rev. Bryan Geter officiated, with interment in the Antioch United Methodist Church Cemetery.
     Survivors include daughters, Melissa Jean Matthews of Jackson and Brenda Fay Williams of Ellenwood; sons, James Darren Matthews of Rex and Steven Brian Matthews of Ellenwood; sisters, Mrs. Helen Wilson of Kennesaw and Mrs. Sara Burnie of Fairburn; brothers, John Matthews and Howard Matthews, both of Pine Mountain, Charles Matthews of Mississippi, and Doug Matthews of LaGrange; six grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
     Herschel McDaniel Funeral Home, Inc. of Fairburn was in charge of arrangements.

Matthews, Levin Clayton
  The Jackson Progress-Argus May 27, 1927
Mr. L. C. Matthews Passes In Atlanta.
     Butts county relatives and friends will be sorry to learn of the death of Mr. Levin Clayton Matthews aged 60, which occurred at his home in Atlanta Friday. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon, conducted by Dr. C. W. Daniel, and interment was in West View cemetery.
     Mr. Matthews, who was born in Washington county, October 10, 1867, was educated in the schools of Washington and Butts counties, later completing his education at the Virginia Military Institute. On January 10, 1889 he married Miss Mary Lucy Watson, daughter of Captain and Mrs. L. D. Watson, of Jackson. She preceded him to the grave two or three years.
     He is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Wallace P. Zachary, of New York City; two sons, William Clayton Matthews and Douglass Watson Matthews.
     Mr. Matthews was connected with the Central of Georgia Railway for a number of years in the capacity of agent at Tennilie and Rome, and was traveling auditor for the Central of Georgia Co. and the Ocean Steamship Co. Later he was general auditor of the General Compress Co. in New York and manager of the Audit Company of New _____. Upon his return to Atlanta, Mr. Matthews was principal accountant with Alonza Richardson and for seven years was manager of the Atlanta office of Haskins & Sells, certified public accountants of New York.
     He was a Knights Templar and Shriner and was a member of the First Baptist church.
  
Matthews, Lucie Watson
  The Jackson Progress-Argus July 7, 1922
Mrs. Matthews Passed Away In Atlanta Home.
     Friends of Mrs. L. D. Watson, Sr., Mr. and Mrs. L. D. Watson Jr., and Mr. and Mrs. L. L. O'Kelley were grieved to learn of the death of Mrs. Lucie Watson Matthews, Thursday night, at her home in Atlanta.
     Mrs. Matthews was of a prominent family and was born and reared in Butts county. She was the oldest child of the late Captain Larkin D. Watson and Mrs. Watson, of Jackson.
     She is survived by her husband, Levin Clayton Matthews; three children, William Clayton, Mary Buttrill, and Douglas Watson Matthews, of Atlanta; her mother, Mrs. Larkin Douglas Watson, Sr., of Jackson; two brothers, Larkin Douglas Watson, of Jackson and Joseph Robert Watson, of Coldwater, Mich., and a sister, Mrs. L. L. O'Kelley, of Jackson.
     Mrs. Matthews attended at Jackson, and was a graduate of Mary Sharpe college, Winchester, Tenn. She was a member of the First Baptist church an active member of the United Daughters of the Confederacy, Daughters of the American Revolution, a member and former officer of the Atlanta Woman's club, and was also very active in civic and religious interests.
     Mrs. Matthews, formerly a resident of Tennille, Washington county, had been a resident of Atlanta for more than 20 years. Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at 3 o'clock at the home, 52 Fairview Road, Druid Hills.

Matthews, Mrs.
  The Jackson Argus January 31, 1908
     Mrs. A. F. McMahon received the sad news Monday of the death of her Grandmother Matthews at her home in Zebulon.
            
Matthews, Walter
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Nov 1969
Walter Matthews Buried Tuesday At Buchanan
     Mr. Walter Matthews, 56, Assistant Director of the Georgia Department of Corrections and highly esteemed Jacksonian, died at one o'clock Sunday afternoon at Emory University Hospital where he had been a patient since October 6th.
     Mr. Matthews had recently undergone major surgery at Emory where his condition was thought to be improved. Death was attributed to a massive internal hemorrhage.
Born June 19, 1913 in Buchanan, Mr. Matthews was the son of Mrs. Eloise Cornelius Matthews, a native of Polk County, who survives, and the late Mr. Walter Matthews, a native of Carroll County. Mr. Matthews had been affiliated with the Corrections Department for 29 years in April, coming to Butts County two years ago where he was associated with the Georgia Diagnostic and Classification Center.
     Mr. Matthews lived for a number of years in Cornelia where he was superintendent at the Georgia Industrial Institute from 1952 until 1967. Both while at Cornelia and Jackson, Mr. Matthews was active in civic work, serving as president of Cornelia Kiwanis Club and also being a valued member and director of the Jackson Kiwanis Club. He was a member of the Cornelia Christian Church.
     Mr. Matthews attended the old Seventh District A&M School at Powder Springs and the Woodrow Wilson Law School in Atlanta. He was a past president of the Georgia Prison Wardens Association and was secretary at the time of his death, having held the post for many years. He was on the board of directors of the Atlanta Christian College and was a member of the Toccoa Elks Lodge.
     Funeral services were held Tuesday morning at eleven o'clock from the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with the Rev. David Terrell, pastor of the Cornelia Christian Church, and the Rev Ray Dunahoo, pastor of the Jackson Untied Methodist Church, officiating. Interment was in the Buchanan Cemetery at three o'clock Tuesday afternoon with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Members of the Jackson Kiwanis Club and employees of the State Board of Corrections served as honorary pallbearers. In lieu of flowers the family requests that contributions be made to the Atlanta Christian College, East Point, Georgia.
     Mr. Matthews is survived by his wife, Mrs. Avis Driver Matthews of Jackson; one son, James C. (Jimmy) Matthews, Albany; mother, Mrs. Nell Matthews of Buchanan; two grandchildren.
     Active pallbearers were Clyde Phillips, Douglas Cooper, Robert Carter, Lamont Smith, Allen Rogers, Wallace Lambert.

Mathewson, George Henry
Jackson Progress Argus 22 Apr 1971
Rites Sunday At Jackson for G. H. Mathewson
     Mr. George Henry Mathewson, 90, of Jackson, died at Sylvan Grove Hospital at 4:30 Saturday morning following a long period of declining health.
     Born March 31, 1881 in Syracuse, New York, he was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Morgan Mathewson. He had resided in Jackson about 55 years. A retired plumber, he was a member of the First Baptist Church of Jackson and was a past president of the Butts County Historical Society when this organization flourished during the twenties and thirties. Mr. Mathewson resided at 670 McDonough Road but since the death of his wife, Mrs. Vertie Mae Moore Mathewson, on December 1, 1970 he had spent considerable time at Sylvan Grove Hospital.
     Funeral services for Mr. Mathewson were conducted Sunday at 3 p. m. from the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with Rev. Don Folsom officiating. Interment was in Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Mathewson is survived by a sister, Mrs. Louise Lincoln of East Orange, N. J.; two brothers-in-law, Frank Moore and Herbert Moore, of Jackson; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Billy Leverette, Charles Brownlee, Arthur Stodghill, Sr., Harold Brooks, Newt Etheredge, and J. L. Garr.

Mathewson, Lee
Jackson Progress-Argus, June 14, 1962.
Lee B. Mathewson Dies in New York
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. George H. Mathewson of Jackson, sympathize with them in the death of Mr. Mathewson's brother, Lee B. Mathewson, 76, which occurred Saturday night at his home in Baldwinsville, New York, after a long illness. Mr. Mathewson was a retired garage owner and appliance dealer.
     He is survived by a sister, Mrs. W. H. Lincoln of East Orange, N. J.; a brother, G. H. Mathewson of Jackson, two sons, Loren and Edwin Mathewson; and two grandchildren, Tanna Lee and Christy Mathewson.

Mathewson, Vertie Mae Moore
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Dec 1970
Mrs. Mathewson. Died Tuesday At Local Hospital
     Mrs. Vertie Mae Moore Mathewson, 80, of 670 McDonough Road, Jackson, died Tuesday morning about 9:20 o'clock at the Sylvan Grove Hospital after an extended illness. She had been in declining health for several months.
     Mrs. Mathewson was born June 24, 1890 in Butts County to Mr. John Allen Moore and Mrs. Annie Elizabeth Preston Moore, both of Butts County. A lifelong resident of Butts County, she was the wife of Mr. George H. Mathewson and a member of the First Baptist Church of Jackson.
     Funeral services were conducted Wednesday afternoon at three o'clock in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with Rev. Don Folsom, pastor of the First Baptist Church, officiating. Interment was in Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Mathewson is survived by her husband, Mr. George H. Mathewson of Jackson; two brothers, Frank Moore and Herbert Moore, both of Jackson; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Billy Leverette, Charles Brownlee, Harold Brooks, Sr., Duvall Patrick, Newt Etheredge and J. W. Browning Sr.

Mathias, William Theodore
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Aug 1944
Mathias Baby Died Friday in Griffin
     Friends of T /5 Charles Mathias and Mrs. Mathias sympathize with them in the death of their baby son, William Theodore, which occurred at a Griffin hospital Friday afternoon. The child was a winsome little fellow and has won a fond place in the affection of the family. His mother is the former Miss Evelyn Hodges and during his father's service in the Army they had made their home with Mr. and Mrs. Brae Hodges.
     Graveside services were held Saturday afternoon at 3 o'clock at Macedonia with Father McCormick of Griffin officiating.
     The child is survived by his parents, one sister, Charlotte Mathias, grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Brae Hodges, and Mr. W. T. Mathias of Baltimore, and several uncles and aunts.

Mathis, Hazel Frances Richardson
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Nov 1932
Head-On Crash Wednesday Kills One Injuries Four
     A grinding, head-on crash between two automobiles on Covington Highway about one mile north of Jackson City Limits on the Route 36 early Wednesday night resulted in the death of a Jackson woman and injuries to three small children, occupants of one car, and serious injuries to the driver of the second car.
     The accident occurred about 6:40 o'clock Wednesday night in the curve near the McMichael Cemetery when the car driven by Mrs. Hazel Frances Richardson Mathis, 41, of Route 2, Jackson, collided with a car being driven in the direction of Jackson by Gary Allen Rogers, 23, of 7290 Union Grove Road, Lithonia. Rogers was the sole occupant of his car.
     Mrs. Mathis was pinned in her vehicle for some in minutes. It took the combined efforts of the Butts County Sheriff Department, the Butts County Rescue Unit, and the Georgia State Patrol to free her from her mangled car. Mrs. Mathis was pronounced dead on arrival at Sylvan Grove Hospital, although it was believed she was still breathing when extricated from her car.
     Treated at Sylvan Grove Hospital and later transferred to the Griffin-Spalding County Hospital were her three grandchildren, Edgar Phillips, one; Tammi Phillips, three, and Cherry Phillips, five. Tammi suffered the most extensive injuries, having a fractured right arm and leg.
     Rogers was also treated at Sylvan Grove Hospital for head and leg injuries and transferred to Clayton General Hospital.
     A second accident, allied to the first, occurred minutes later when a car driven by Mrs. Pauline Freeman 46 of 518 Minter Road Griffin struck a vehicle which had parked along side the road probably to allow the driver to view the first accident. Mrs. Freeman was treated in the emergency room of Sylvan Grove Hospital and was admitted to the hospital though her injuries were not believed serious.
     Mrs. Mathis was born November 23rd, 1932, in Ranburne, Alabama and had lived in Butts County about a year, residing in the area of the South River bridge, on Highway 36.
     Mrs. Mathis is survived by her husband, Jesse Mathis, Jr.; father, Walter Richardson of Bowdon; mother, Mrs. Myrtice S. Carter of Columbus; two daughters, Mrs. Mary LeJuene of Columbus; Mrs. Sue Bryant of Greensboro, N.C.; four sisters, Mrs. Mary Lowery of Columbus, Mrs. Barbara Johnson of Forsyth, Mrs. Dorothy Martinez of Columbus, Mrs. Elizabeth Ovalli of Columbus; four brothers, Thomas Carter and Jimmy Carter, both of Macon. Curtis Carter of Reidsville, and William Butler of Forsyth; nine grandchildren; several aunts and uncles; several nieces and nephews.
     The body was taken to Sherrell Funeral Home in Jackson and later called for by Kilgore Mortuary of Columbus, which was in charge of arrangements.

Mattingly, Frances Bickers
  The Jackson Progress-Argus December, 13 1918
Husband So Sick He Is Not Told Of Wife's Death
(Atlanta Constitution)
     Funeral services will be conducted Monday morning at 9 o'clock at the Sacred Heart church for Mrs. Ben. S. Mattingly, Jr., who died Saturday at a private hospital following an illness of less than a week from Spanish influenza which developed into pneumonia. Interment will be at Oakland cemetery. Mr. Mattingly, a well known traveling salesman for the M. C. Kiser company, also a victim of influenza, is in such a critical condition, at the same hospital where his wife died, that the attending physician has ordered that he be kept in ignorance of her fate until he is sufficiently recovered to stand the shock.
     The three little children of Mr. and Mrs. Mattingly, and Miss Louise Bickers, a sister of Mrs. Mattingly, also are ill with influenza at the Mattingly home, 95 West Fifth street, though their condition is not nearly so serious.
     Surviving Mrs. Mattingly, who before her marriage eight years ago was Miss Frances Bickers, a popular Atlanta girl, are her husband and three children, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Bickers, of Jackson, Ga., and three sisters, Mrs. W. J. Morrison and Misses Louise and May Bickers, all of Jackson.
  
Mauldin, A. R., Mrs.
Jackson Progress Argus Apr 24 1931
Mrs. A. R. Mauldin Claimed by Reaper
  The death of Mrs. A. K. Mauldin, 74 years of age, occurred Monday night at 10:30 at the home of her son, Mr. C. H. Mauldin, at the Central Georgia Power Company's Ocmulgee river plant. Death was attributed to the infirmities of age.
     Mrs. Mauldin, who was a native of Hall county, had resided at the power site here since February, 1930. Her son is affiliated with the Georgia Power Company at the Jackson plant and another son, Mr. W. E. Mauldin, is superintendent of the! Gainesville plant. Mrs. Mauldin was highly esteemed by those who knew her and her death is widely regretted.
     The body was carried Tuesday morning to Gainesville and funeral services were held at the Calvary Baptist church, near Gainesville, of which she was a member. S. H. Thornton funeral director in charge.

Mauldin, Louel Rutledge
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Aug 1995
     Mrs. Louel Rutledge Mauldin, 66, formerly of S. Mulberry St., Jackson, died Monday, Aug. 7 at the Monroe Co. Hospital following a lengthy illness.
     Funeral services were held Tuesday, Aug. 8 at the Liberty Baptist Church. Rev. George Malcolm and Rev. Billy Rutledge officiated, with interment in the Liberty Baptist Church Cemetery.
     Mrs. Mauldin had been a patient at the Hilltop Nursing Home. She was born April 28, 1929 in Walton County, the daughter of the late Ralph C. and Minnie Frances Byrd Rutledge.
     She was the widow of the late John Edwin Mauldin who died in 1983.
     Mrs. Mauldin was last employed by King's Bay Restaurant and was a member of the Liberty Baptist Church.
     Survivors include children, Linda Miley and David Mauldin of High Falls and Johnny Mauldin of Jackson; 10 grandchildren; four great grandchildren; brother, Rev. Billy Rutledge of Walnut Grove; several nieces and nephews.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Maxwell, Arnold
Jackson Progress-Argus 26 Jan 1934
Mr. Arnold Maxwell Passed Away Sunday
     The death of Mr. Arnold Maxwell, 77 years of age, occurred here Sunday at noon, death resulting from a period of ill health extending over several weeks. For the past year Mr. Maxwell and his sister, Mrs. Charles R. Post, of New Orleans, have resided at Indian Springs and Jackson, coming here for the benefit of Mr. Maxwell's health.
     Mr. Maxwell was born in Griffin, leaving there as a young man. Later he resided in Savannah where he was connected with the Atlantic Coast Line Railway. He achieved success in the business field. Since coming to Jackson to reside Mr. Maxwell had made many friends who were impressed with his courteous manner and his kindness of heart. He was a member of the Methodist church.
     He is survived by his sister, Mrs. Charles R. Post, of New Orleans.
     The body was taken Monday afternoon to McDonough where funeral services at the grave were conducted at 2 o'clock by Rev. C. B. Drake, pastor of the McDonough Methodist church. Interment was in the McDonough cemetery beside his wife and son who died several years ago. The many friends of Mrs. Post extend sincere sympathy to her in her bereavement.

Maxwell, Claudia
  The Jackson Argus May 12, 1899
     Miss Claudia Maxwell, aged about 21 years, and daughter of our fellow townsman, J. M. Maxwell who recently moved here from Jackson, died at the home of Mr. Maxwell near the new factory Saturday night about eight o'clock.
Forsyth Chronicle.

Maxwell, Katherine Thelma Smith
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Aug 1972
Mrs. Maxwell Died Friday
     Mrs. Katherine Thelma Smith Maxwell, 51, of Spalding County, died Friday morning at St. Joseph Hospital in Atlanta following an illness of about three months.
     Mrs. Maxwell was the daughter of the late Mr. Jesse H. Smith and Mrs. Bessie English Smith, who survives. She was born and reared in the High Falls Community.
     Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon at three o'clock from the Rock Springs Congregational Methodist Church with Rev. Forrest Buchanan officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home of Griffin in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Maxwell is survived by her husband Clyde C. Maxwell of Spalding County; her mother, Mrs. Bessie E. Smith of High Falls; one daughter, Mrs. Vernell Allen and one son, Roy Maxwell.

Maxwell, Marvin M., Rev.
Jackson Progress Argus 25 Nov 1943
Dr. Maxwell, New Superintendent, Called By Death
     The Rev. Marvin M. Maxwell, 40, superintendent of the Griffin district of the Methodist church and described by Bishop Arthur J. Moore as "one of Georgia Methodist effective younger leaders," died unexpectedly Sunday at his home in Griffin.
     His death was attributed to heart attack which came soon after he had delivered a sermon as guest speaker at the First Baptist church in Griffin.
     Mr. Maxwell had taken prominent part in sessions of the North Georgia conference in Atlanta last week and had been reassigned to the post of superintendent at Griffin. He aIso was elected last week as a delegate to the Methodist general conferance.
     A native of Elbert county, Mr. Maxwell joined the North Georgia Conference in 1924. He first served with the Homer circuit, then the Jonesboro circuit for three years, the East End circuit for four years, the Covington circuit for two years and the First Methodist church at Griffin four and one-half years.
     At that time he was transferred to the superintendency of the Athens-Elberton district. After six months at Griffin, he served at LaGrange for four years, then became superintendent of the Griffin district for a year. He was reappointed to the latter charge only last Friday. He was a former president of the Exchange Club in Griffin.
     Survivors include his father, wife, four daughters and a brother, the Rev. John Maxwell, of Stockbridge.
     Rev. Mr. Maxwell was well-known to Jackson Methodists, the church here being in his district. On a number of occasions he had been guest speaker here and was greatly admired by many friends, who were grieved to hear of his untimely death.
     Funeral services were held Wednesday morning at 11 o'clock at the First Methodist church in Griffin. Eight district superintendents in the North Georgia conference acted as pallbearers, and all ministers in the Griffin district formed an honorary escort.
     Interment was in the Oak Hill ,cemetery with Frank S. Pittman in charge.

May, Billy
Jackson Progress Argus, August 2, 1945
Lieut. Billy May, Brother L. W. May, Killed in Italy.
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. L. W. May of Jackson are sorry to know that Lieut. Billy May, brother of Mr. May, was killed in action in Italy April 11. The following notice appeared in the July 26 edition of the Montezuma Georgian:
     The sad news reached here this week that Lieut. Billy May, 21, Who has previously been reported missing in action over Italy April 11, died in action on that day. His mother, Mrs. T. A. May, of Montezuma received a telegram from the War Department Tuesday morning of this week. The message stated that further information would be received at a later date.
     Lieut. May, who was a member of the 15th Air Force, served as navigator on his plane, which was forced down over enemy territory. He entered service in January, 1942 and completed his training as a navigator on a Liberator bomber at the Pueblo Army Air Base, Pueblo, Colo. His wife, the former Miss Turista Richardson of Oglethorpe, is employed at Houston, Texas, where Lieut. May was stationed before being shipped overseas.
     Besides his wife and mother, Lieut. May is survived by two brothers, L. W. May of Jackson, and Jack May of Montezuma; two sisters, Mrs. Weems Baskin, Ottumwa, Iowa, and Mrs. Felton Adams of Montezuma.

May, Billy Carran
Jackson Progress-Argus, May 9, 1946.
Little Billy May Found Dead Early Sunday Morning.
     Little Billy Carrran May, sixteen-months-old son of Mrs. Turista Richardson May and the late Lieutenant Billy May, U. S. Army Air Corps, was found dead in bed Sunday morning when members of his family went to wake him. He was completely under the covers which had been pinned tight on either side of the bed, his death resulting from suffocation. Billy and his mother lived in Montezuma and were visiting Mr. and Mrs. L. W. May on North Mulberry street. He was born October 18, 1945. He was a winsome child and his tragic death stunned the community.
     Lt. May was killed in April, 1945, while piloting a plane over Italy.
     Funeral service were held Monday morning at the home of his grandmother, Mrs. T. A. May, in Montezuma, with Rev. Charles Kopp, pastor of the Baptist church, officiating. Interment was in Felton cemetery.

May, John Henry
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Oct 1993
     John Henry May of Newnan died Fri., Oct. 15, at Peachtree Regional Hospital in Newnan.
     Graveside services were held Sun., Oct. 17, in the Flovilla City Cemetery.
     Mr. May was a former resident of Jackson and Butts County.
     He was born March 2, 1917 in Turner County, son of the late John H. and Lavenia Spradling May.
     He was retired from the Georgia Pacific Corp. and was a veteran of the U. S. Army having served in World War II.
     Survivors include wife Margaret Long May; son John May of Jackson; sister Idelia Stephenson of Centerville; and two grandchildren.
     Sherrell Funeral Home in Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

May, Lewis Weldon
Jackson Progress Argus 21 Feb 1990
     Lewis Weldon May, 79, of 710 McDonough Road, Jackson, died Saturday evening at his residence.
     A graveside funeral, conducted by the Rev. Bill O'Conner and the Rev. Mack Tribble, was held Monday at 2 p.m. in the Jackson cemetery.
     Mr. May was a native of Chunky, Miss., son of Thomas Anderson May and Eula Grace Lewis May. He was married to Marjorie Smith May, who died in 1975.
     Mr. May came to Butts, County in the early 1940s and was engaged in the timber business for several years. He was a co-owner and organizer, along with the late Wayne Barnes Sr., of Middle Georgia Livestock Sales in Butts County. He became the Gulf Oil distributor for this area in 1952 and was co-owner of May and Carter Oil Co. from 1970 until his retirement in the early 1980s.
     Mr. May was a charter director of the Butts County Chamber of Commerce and a charter member of the Exchange Club of Jackson. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Jackson.
     Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. W. Randolph Hodges of Morristown, Tenn., Mrs. R. Clyde Allen of Milledgeville, and Mrs. A. Allan Brittain of Jackson; six grandchildren; two great grandchildren; sisters, Mrs. Weems O. Baskiri Jr. of Columbia, S.C., and Helen Adams of Bowling Green, Ky; a brother, Jack T. May of Columbus; several nephews and nieces.
     Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

May, Marjorie Smith
Jackson Progress Argus 27 Nov 1975
Mrs. May Was Buried Saturday
     Mrs. Marjorie Smith May, 62, of 710 McDonough Road, died Thursday morning at Piedmont Hospital, Atlanta, where she had been a patient for several weeks.
     Born in Dooly County, she was the daughter of the late Mr. Joe T. Smith and Mrs. Frankie Smith Smith, who survives.
     Mrs. May was a member of the First Baptist Church of Jackson and a member of the Mimosa Garden Club.
     Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at two o'clock from the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with the Rev. Donald Folsom, pastor, officiating. Interment was in Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mrs. May is survived by her husband, Lewis W. May, of Jackson; three daughters, Mrs. Randolph Hodges of Memphis, Tennessee, Mrs. Clyde Allen of Atlanta, and Mrs. Allan Brittain of Jackson; her mother, Mrs. Joe T. Smith of Albany; one sister, Miss Elsie Smith of Albany; six grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were Lee Roy O'Neal, Bailey W. Woodward, Ted Evans, Denny O'Neal, Johnny Carter, and Dickie Moore.

May, Ruth Hutchinson
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Jan 1964
Mrs. May Dies In Sandersville
     Funeral services for Mrs. Ruth Hutchinson May, 71, of Sandersville, sister of John M. Hutchinson of Jackson, were held Tuesday afternoon at the Sandersville Methodist Church. The Rev. Ernest Veale officiated with interment in Brownwood Cemetery.
     Mrs. May died Monday in Memorial Hospital following a brief illness. She was a member of the Sandersville Methodist Church, the Women's Club, and the Sorosis Club.
     Survivors include two sons, three daughters, five sisters and three brothers.

Mayfield, Andrew
Jackson Progress Argus 31 Mar 1955
Mayfield Rites Held Tuesday Afternoon
     Andrew Mayfield, 49, died Monday morning at Hicks Clinic after as discovered early the same morning in an unheated farm building near Cork. Cause of death was listed as exposure to the extremely cold weather of Sunday night and no coroner's inquest was held.
     Mayfield was born and reared its county, the son of the late William Mayfield and Hortense Wynn Mayfield.
     Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock in the Sandy Creek Primitive Baptist with the Rev. Dan Hunnicutt of Griffin officiating. Interment was Church cemetery with Peacock & Ball Funeral Home in charge arrangements.
     Pallbearers were Obal Kitchens, Riley Hay, Warren Rolland, Tom Buck Hinnant, James Mayfield and Fleet Pope.
     Survivors include several cousins nephew of Griffin.

Mayfield, Annie Julia
Jackson Progress Argus 22 Dec 1982
     Miss Annie Julia Mayfield of 149 Pine St., Jackson died Dec. 14 at Sylvan Grove Hospital following a brief illness. Miss Mayfield was a native of Butts County, daughter of the late George and Sallie MayField Sr. She was a member of Israel Temple C. M. E. Church.
     Survivors include a brother, George Mayfield Jr.; sister-in-law, Mrs. Bertha Mayfield; nephews, Leroy, Anthony, Gary, Percy, Dexter, and Carlton Mayfield; three grand nieces and three grand nephews.
     Services were held Saturday at 2 p.m, at the Israel Temple C.M.E. Church with Rev. E. D. Compton officiating.
     Burial was in the Jackson city cemetery.
     Trimier-Jackson Funeral Service was in charge of arrangements.

 Mayfield, Avery Baynollie Wise
Jackson Progress Argus 28 May 1986
     Avery Baynollie Wise Mayfield, 59, of Stockbridge, died Thursday in Daytona Beach, Fla.
     Mrs. Mayfield was born in Butts County, daughter the late Willie Gus Wise and Clyde Caston Wise. She was employed by Rich's Department Store for many years and was a member of the West Merritts Baptist Church in Atlanta.
     Survivors include her husband, Guy Mayfield of Stockbridge; son, Dane Brown of
Atlanta; daughter, Lollie Culbreth of Lilbum; brothers, Laney Wise of Jackson and
Roslyn Wise of Warner Robins; three grandsons; two granddaughters; several uncles,
aunts, and cousins.
     The funeral was held Sunday at 2 p.m. in Parkway Gardens Funeral Home in Forest Park with the Revs. Gilbert Smith and Calvin Alford officiating. Burial was in Forest Hills Cemetery.
     Parkway Gardens Funeral Home of Forest Park was in charge of. arrangements.

Mayfield, Betsy
  Middle Georgia Argus March 10, 1885
     Miss Betsy Mayfield died at her home in Dublin district on last week. She was an aged maiden sister of Mrs. Crittenden who died in the same house of the same disease (pneumonia) less than two weeks before.

Mayfield, Calvin
Jackson Progress-Argus, April 17, 1947.
Woman in Case Cause of Fatal Shooting Sunday.
     James Brown, 30 year old Negro, is held in the Butts county jail on a murder charge in the slaying of Calvin Mayfield, also colored, at Indian Springs early Saturday night.
     Brown's wife is said to be the woman in the case that led to homicide.
     The shooting took place near the home of Mrs. J. S. Edwards. Mayfield, according to Sheriff J. D. Pope, shot at Brown who deflected the bullet by grasping the assailant's arm. Brown then fired twice at Mayfield, one bullet entering the neck and coming out at the spine and the other fracturing the arm. Mayfield died within a short time after the shooting.
     Brown is employed by the Pepperton Cotton Mills, it was stated. Mayfield was described as about 30 years old.
     Sheriff Pope said there was an eyewitness to the shooting.
     Brown was given a preliminary trial before Judge J. H. Turner Monday and was released.

Mayfield, Dorothy Lee
Jackson Progress Argus 04 Apr 1984
     Mrs. Dorothy Lee Mayfield, 41, of 262 Carter Ave., Jackson, died March 28 at Grady Hospital following a brief illness. Mrs. Mayfield was a native of Butts County and was a member of the Gospel of Christ M.R.F. Church.
     Survivors include two sons, Eddie Mayfield and Jerry Mayfield, both of Jackson; mother, Maggie Mayfield of Jackson; sisters, Christine Benton and Mary Fambro, both of Jackson, and Earnestine Mayfield of Atlanta; brothers, Willie, Calvin, Victor and Richard Mayfield all of Jackson; three grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
     Services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. at Gospel of Christ M.R.F. Church with Elder B. F, McKibben officiating. Burial was in China Grove Cemetery.
     Trimier-Jackson Funeral Services was in charge of arrangements.

Mayfield, Ed
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Oct 1931
Cuts Received Sunday Fatal to Ed Mayfield
     Ed Mayfield, colored, died Wednesday night at 11:30 as the result of knife wounds said to have been inflicted Sunday night by Jim Merritt near the Southern depot. The trouble is said to have started over Merritt's wife.
     Mayfield was cut and stabbed under his collarbone, on the back and legs.
     After the trouble Merritt escaped, but was arrested at midnight Wednesday by Policeman C. C. Jinks and C. T. Thornton. He is being held in the Butts county jail and will face a charge of murder.

Mayfield, Elisha William
  The Jackson Progress-Argus August 13,1926
Mr. Elisha Mayfield Is Summoned By Death.
     The death of Mr. Elisha Mayfield, 74 years of age a well known citizen of the Stark community, occurred at his home Thursday morning at 4 o'clock. He had been sick for about two years.
     Mr. Mayfield is survived by his widow, who was a Miss Duke before marriage; two sons, Mr. John Mayfield, of Atlanta and Mr. Berry Mayfield, of Idaho.
     Funeral services will be conducted Friday morning at 11 o'clock at Macedonia by Rev. I. G. Walker.

Mayfield, Elizabeth Jane Duke
  The Jackson Progress-Argus December, 14 1928
Mrs. Mayfield Passes At Her Home In Stark
     The death of Mrs. Elizabeth Mayfield, aged 77, widow of the late Elisha Mayfield, occurred at her home near Stark Sunday morning at 1:30 o'clock. Death, which followed a period of ill health extending over several months, brought regret to a wide circle of friends.
     She was born in Butts county and was Miss Elizabeth Duke before her marriage. She had been a member of Macedonia church for many years and was widely beloved for her qualities of character. Her husband passed away about two years ago.
     She is survived by two sons, John Mayfield, of Atlanta, and Barry Mayfield of Idaho; five brothers, E. M. Duke, of Stark, D. H. Duke and Luther Duke, of Atlanta; Clem Duke, of Alabama and E. W. Duke.
     Funeral services for Mrs. Mayfield were held at Macedonia church Monday morning at 11 o'clock. The services were conducted by her pastor, Rev. I. G. Walter, Sr., and interment was in the church yard.
  
Mayfield, Fannie Kate Plymale
Jackson Progress-Argus, June 27, 1963
Mrs. Mayfield Died Monday in Monroe Co.
     Graveside services of Mrs. Fannie Kate Plymale Mayfield, 86, were held Wednesday afternoon at the Sandy Creek Primitive Baptist Church cemetery. Rev. Elbert Moore officiated with Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Mayfield died Monday at the Monroe County Hospital. She had made her home near Forsyth for the past 20 years at the Hilltop Rest Home. Before taking residence there she had resided in Butts County.
     Her husband was the late James Whitaker Mayfield. She was the daughter of the late Mr. Zack Plymale and Mrs. Mat Moore Plymale.
     Survivors include one sister-in-law, Mrs. Donie Mills of Forsyth; two nieces, Mrs. Nancy Hinnant of Macon and Mrs. Howell McELheney of Monticello.
     Pallbearers were Riley Hay, Tony Hay, Van Hay, Marvin Vickers, W. E. Mayfield and Joe Waits.

Mayfield, George
  Butts County Progress January 2, 1914
George Mayfield Slain By Tom Vaughn, Colored
     George Mayfield, colored, was shot and killed by Tom Vaughn, another negro, near Mr. W. F. Stroud's on Christmas afternoon. The homicide took place in the road, the cause of the shooting being unknown.
     It is said that Vaughn claimed he shot in self-defense. He has not been apprehended. Vaughn is young negro about 20 years of age.

Mayfield, Indiana
  Middle Georgia Argus September 1, 1891
Died.
     Just as going to press, we learn of the death of Miss Indiana Mayfield who had been confined to her bed over one year.

Mayfield Infant
  Middle Georgia Argus November 11, 1890
     The little daughter of Mr. E. M. Mayfield, who had been sick for some time with fever died yesterday evening about seven o'clock. The Argus extends its heart-felt sympathies to the bereaved family.

Mayfield Infant
  Middle Georgia Argus July 22, 1892
Stark
     Alas: again death has visited the home of Mr. John Mayfield. This time it was the little baby boy. A month ago he buried his loved wife and now his baby is gone. He has the sympathy of many friends. May the Lord give him strength to bear his trials on earth and prepare him to meet his loved ones in heaven.
Minnie.

Mayfield, James Walter
Jackson Progress-Argus 10 Sep 1953
J. W. Mayfield Yields To Death
     James Walter Mayfield, 76, died in his residence in the Flovilla community Monday night as the result of several weeks illness which included hospitalization.
     The son of R. M. Mayfield and Mrs. Mary Jane Plymale Mayfield, he was born in the Flovilla section where he spent his entire life. He was engaged in farming at the time of his last illness. Mr. Mayfield was member of the Flovilla Baptist Church and served as a deacon.
     Survivors are one daughter, Mrs. Alton Gunter of Pitts, Ga.; a son, W. E. Mayfield of Flovilla; a granddaughter, Rosemary Mayfield, and a grandson, Newton Mayfield. His wife, the former Miss Nannie McClure preceded him in death.
     Funeral services were held in the Flovilla Baptist Church Wednesday at 3 p. m. with Rev. L. H. Britt and Rev. W. J. Self officiating. Burial was in Sandy Creek Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     The pallbearers were R. T. Smith, Oscar Hay, R. A. Jenkins, E. R. Edwards Sr., W. A. Smith, R. M. Smith.

Mayfield, James Whitaker
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Sep 1950
J. Whit Mayfield. Claimed By Death
     James Whitaker Mayfield, 61, resident of Flovilla route 1 died at his home Saturday at 3 a. m. after an illness of a year. Death was attributed to a heart ailment.
     Lifelong resident of Butts county, Mr. Mayfield the son of Doc Mayfield and Mrs. Nancy A. Marandy. He was a Mason and took an active interest in community affairs.
     Funeral services were held at the Flovilla Methodist church Sunday at 1 p. m. with Rev. Gene Askew, pastor, officiating. The pallbearers were furnished by Indian Springs lodge of Masons who had charge of the services at the grave. Burial was In Sandy Creek cemetery and arrangements were in charge of Haisten Funeral Home.
     Survivors are his wife, the former Miss Fannie Kate Plymale; one sister, Mrs. Donnie Taylor of Flovilla and a brother, E. J. Mayfield of Atlanta; several nieces and nephews.

Mayfield, John Robert
  Butts County Progress April May 6, 1910
Mr. J. R. Mayfield Died In Atlanta Sunday
     The death of Mr. J. R. Mayfield took place in Atlanta Sunday morning at an early hour, death being due to Bright's disease. He was 53 years of age and a native of Butts county, having moved to Atlanta about 12 years ago. The deceased leaves six children and a large family connection in this county. He was married twice, both of his wives having preceded him to the grave.
     The remains were brought to Jackson on the morning train Monday and the funeral took place at Macedonia at 11 o'clock, the services being conducted by Rev. W. O. Sharpe. The family have the sympathy of a host of friends in their bereavement.

  The Jackson Argus May 6, 1910
Mr. John R. Mayfield Passes away.
     Mr. John R. Mayfield died last Sunday at his home in Atlanta of dropsy, and his remains were brought to this city and buried at Macedonia Monday. Rev. W. O. Sharp, of Flovilla, conducting the funeral services. Mr. Mayfield was a native of Butts county, but moved to Atlanta several years ago. He leaves several children to mourn his loss.

Mayfield, Mary Jane Plymale
  The Jackson Progress-Argus December 18, 1925
Mrs. R. M. Mayfield Summoned By Death.
     Following an illness of a single day, Mrs. R. M. Mayfield, aged 81, passed away at her home near Flovilla Wednesday morning at 11 o'clock. On Tuesday morning she suffered a stroke of paralysis and lingered only a few hours.
     Mrs. Mayfield was one of the most prominent and widely beloved women of the Flovilla community and her death came as a shock to a host of friends. Before marriage she was a Miss Plymale and was born and reared in Butts county. She possessed many excellent traits of character and was held in high esteem by her acquaintances. Though she was not a member of any church, she was religious in her nature and was a true and loyal friend.
     She is survived by her husband, one son, Mr. J. W. Mayfield, of Flovilla; two grand children, Miss Ettyce Mayfield, of Atlanta, and Erous Mayfield, of Flovilla; three sisters, Mrs. Georgia Higgins and Mrs. And Mrs. A. J. Hay, of Flovilla, and Mrs. Feenie Duffy of Jackson; two brothers, D. Z. Plymale and W. A. Plymale, of Flovilla.
     The funeral services were held at Sandy Creek Church Thursday afternoon at two o'clock, with Rev. Mr. Bryson, of the Flovilla Methodist church, officiating. Interment was in the Sandy Creek cemetery.
       
Mayfield, Melvin F.
  Jackson Progress-Argus, May 29, 1952
     Funeral services for Melvin F. Mayfield, 36, native of Butts county but a resident of Griffin for several years, were held Friday at 2 p.m. at Haisten's Chapel in Griffin. Burial was in Sandy Creek cemetery with Rev. Worth Huckaby officiating. Haisten Funeral Home in Griffin directed arrangements.
     Mr. Mayfield died about noon May 21, and the verdict of a coroner's jury was "overdrinking intoxicants, namely Solox." He was found dead at an old rock quarry near Experiment after being on a Solox-drinking party with three Griffin men, according to reports from the sheriff's office and state patrolmen. Warrants have been taken for the three men found at the scene of death, according to the Spalding county sheriff. The warrants charge the men with vagrancy. They were listed as William H. Grimsley, Wade McGahee and Luther J. Hubbard.
     Son of Mrs. Lizzie Moss Mayfield and the late Fleetwood Mayfield, Mr. Mayfield was born and reared in Butts county but left here several years ago.
     Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Dorothy Quigley Mayfield; two daughters, Louise and Jeannette; three sons, Larry, Tommy and Eugene, all of Williamson; three half sisters, Mrs. Jimmy Lester, Mrs. Jessie Maddox, Mrs. Grady Parker, all of Griffin; one brother, James Mayfield of Brooks; two half brothers, Dan and Luke Hunnicutt, both of Griffin.

Mayfield, Nancy Elizabeth McClure
Jackson Progress Argus 14 May 1942
Rites. Saturday At FlovIlla For Mrs. J. W. Mayfield
     Funeral services for Mrs. J. Walter Mayfield, 65 years of age, beloved resident of the Flovilla community, who died Thursday in a private hospital in Atlanta, were held Saturday morning at 11 o'clock at the Flovilla Baptist church. The Rev. J. B. Stodghill and the Rev. Z. M. Leverette officiated and burial was in the Sandy Creek cemetery with Bramblett Funeral Homes of Forsyth directing arrangements.
     The pallbearers were Charles Lindsey, Oscar Hay, Wayne Norsworthy, Jack Smith, Elwood Norsworthy, Ellis McClure.
     Mrs. Mayfield had been critically ill for several days. She was admitted to the hospital about two weeks ago.
     The former Miss Nannie McClure daughter of the late Thomas McClure and Mrs. Sallie Sellers McClure, the latter of Newton county, she was connected with old and influential families of this section. Born and reared in the Stark community, she resided in Jackson before her marriage. She was a member of the Baptist church and had a host of friends over the county.
     Surviving are her husband, well known farmer of Flovilla; a daughter, Mrs. A. P. Gunter of Smyrna; a son, W. E. Mayfield, of Flovilla, and a granddaughter, Rosemary Mayfield; two sisters, Mrs. G. P. Cheney of Smyrna, and Mrs. I. P .Owens of Montgomery, Ala.; a brother, J. A. McClure of Covington. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Mayfield, Ray Dar
Jackson Progress Argus 07 Aug 1975
13-Year-Old Boy Drowns In Farm Pond
     A 13-year old Negro boy, Ray Dar Mayfield, of 252 Carter Avenue, Jackson, drowned about five o'clock Saturday afternoon when he stepped into deep water in a small farm pond off Brownlee Road about a mile from the city limits.
     According to Sheriff Barney Wilder and John Sherrell, Butts County Coroner, Mayfield had gone to the lake with two companions for an afternoon of swimming and wading, although the victim was a non-swimmer.
     Coroner Sherrell said that reports indicated Mayfield waded into water about 15 to 20 feet deep near the dam and went under immediately.
     Rescue operations were begun at once with the Butts County Civil Defense, the State Game and Fish Department and a boat from Indian Springs State Park joining in search efforts for the body. It was recovered about 7:15 p.m. by Virgil Pace and Buster Duke, CD members.
     The body was brought to Sherrell Funeral Home. It was later transferred to Trimier Funeral Home which funeral home will be in charge of arrangements.
     The youthful victim is the son of Mrs. Maggie Mayfield. Funeral plans are to be announced later.

Mayfield, Robert Gaines
Butts County Progress January 6, 1911
Death Of Young Child Occurred On Sunday
     The death of Ganes, the 18 month old son if Mr. and Mrs. Mayfield, took place Sunday afternoon at 5 o'clock. Death was caused by pneumonia. The funeral was held Tuesday at 11 o'clock at Sandy Creek.
     Mr. and Mrs. Mayfield have the sympathy of the entire county in their severe affliction. On December 12, Doris, their oldest daughter was claimed by death after a short illness.
     
Mayfield, Robert M.
Jackson Progress Argus 04 Nov 1937
Mr. R. M. Mayfield Dies Near Flovilla
     The death of Mr. Robert M. Mayfield, 84 years of age, one of the county's oldest and most respected citizens, occurred October 27 at his home near Flovilla. Long in feeble health, his condition had been critical for several weeks.
     Mr. Mayfield was the last member of his immediate family, long active in the county's upbuilding. He was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Elisha Mayfield. He passed away near the place where he was born and reared. A man of fine character and integrity, he enjoyed the respect of his associates. His wife, the former Miss Mary Jane Plymale, passed away a few years ago. A son, the late Mr. C. N. Mayfield, was a former tax collector and treasurer of Butts county.
     Surviving are a son, Mr. J. W. Mayfield, and two grandchildren, Mrs. A. P. Gunter of Atlanta, and W. E. Mayfield, of Flovilla.
     Funeral services were held at the Flovilla Baptist church Thursday afternoon and Rev. W. J. Self, of Macon conducted the rites and interment was in the Sandy Creek cemetery.
     The pallbearers were E. R. Edwards, Sam J. Smith, R. A. Jenkins, Hamp Freeman, Ernest Smith and J. R. Johnson.

Mayfield, Walter Eros
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Jul 1990
     Mr. Walter Eros Mayfield, 78, of Flovilla died Thursday, July 5, at Georgia Baptist Hospital in Atlanta after suffering a heart attack.
     The funeral was held Saturday, July 7, in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson, with the Rev. Vernon Hughes officiating. Burial was in the Sandy Creek Cemetery.
     Mr. Mayfield was a life-long resident of Butts County, the son of the late James Walter Mayfield and Nannie McClure Mayfield. He was a school bus driver for the Butts County Board of Education for 25 years before retiring in 1971. A cattle farmer, Mr. Mayfield was a loyal member and deacon of Flovilla Baptist Church.
     Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Velma Smith Mayfield; daughter and son-in-law, Rosemary and Henry Gibbs of Conyers; son and daughter-in-law, Newton and Linda Mayfield of Flovilla; granddaughter and her husband, Karen and Walter Stanish of Ft. Hood, Tex.; grandsons, Damon Gibbs of Conyers, and Walter and Ben Mayfield of Flovilla.
     Those desiring may make a contribution to the building fund of Flovilla Baptist Church.
     Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Mayfield, William M.
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Jan 1933
Mr. William Mayfield Buried at Sandy Creek
     Mr. William M. Mayfield, 72 years of age, and a former resident of Butts county, died suddenly at his home near Walker's Mill in Spalding county last Monday night. Although he had been in declining health for some time, his sudden passing brings regret and sorrow to a wide circle of friends and relatives.
     He was born and reared in Dublin district and lived in that section until about 15 years ago, when he moved to Spalding county and has made his home there since.
     He is survived by his wife, who before marriage was Miss Hortense Wynne of Forsyth; 2 sons, Messrs. Elisha and Andrew Mayfield, of Griffin; one brother, Mr. Robert M. Mayfield, of Flovilla, and 4 grandchildren.
     The body was brought to Sandy Creek church Tuesday afternoon and funeral services were conducted by Rev. D. T. Cox, of Flovilla, and interment was in the church cemetery.
     Funeral arrangements were in charge of Haisten Bros. of Griffin.

Maynard, Thelma L. Nurse
Jackson Progress Argus 18 Oct 1973
Mrs. Maynard Died At Lake Home
     Mrs. W. P. Maynard, prominent Atlanta matron whose husband was the former owner of the Atlanta Transit Company, died at her Jackson Lake home about eight o'clock Saturday morning, October 13th, following a long period of declining health.
     Mrs. Maynard was born May 16, 1922 in Rochester, N. Y. and before her marriage was Miss Thelma L. Nurse. She was the daughter of the late Mr. Harold ,R. Nurse and Mrs. Louise Holcomb Nurse. In Atlanta Mrs. Maynard resided at 4100 Briarcliff Road.
     The Maynards have recently completed a handsome new home on Jackson Lake and had made their home in Butts County since June.
     Funeral services for Mrs. Maynard were conducted Monday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock at Oglethorpe Hill with Rev. Leonard P. Kellermann officiating. Interment was in Westview Cemetery with H. M. Patterson & Son in charge of arrangements. Her body was carried to Oglethorpe Hill Mortuary Sunday morning to lie in state until the funeral hour.
     Mrs. Maynard is survived by her husband, W. P. Maynard; three sons, W. P. Maynard, Jr., Kennesaw, Robert W. Maynard of Atlanta, Donald J. Maynard of Jackson; two daughters, Mrs. William C. McGrath of LaPata, Md. and Miss Victoria Lynn Maynard of Jackson; a brother, Wellington H. Nurse of Rochester, N. Y.; five grandchildren.
     Local arrangements for Mrs. Maynard were handled by Sherrell Funeral Home in Jackson.
  
Mayo, Bob
  The Jackson Argus December 31, 1896
A Negro Killed.
     Bob Mayo and Luke Adams, two negroes living in the eastern part of the county, went over to Newton county to a still last week and after laying in a supply of spiritus fermentation started for home, after they had not gone far however, before the part they drank washed away their friendship and manifested itself in threats, dares and double dares. So as naturally, therefore, as water runs down hill the negroes got into a drunken row, in the course of which Bob was cut in the neck. He was not able to come home and died in Newton county next day.
     Luke Adams the negro who did the killing escaped. The real fact in the case are not definitely known.
     Butts has two things to congratulate herself on. One is that the negroes had to go to another county for their liquor, and the other is that the homicide was very properly committed in the county where the liquor was purchased.

Mayo, Edward
  Butts County Progress June 3, 1910
     Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Mayo have the sympathy of their hosts of friends in the death of their four months old son, Edward, which occurred Wednesday morning at 7 o'clock. The funeral took place from the home yesterday morning, being conducted by Rev. R. C. Clecker.

The Jackson Argus June 3, 1910
Little Edward Mayo Goes Home.
     The little four-month-old son, Edward, of Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Mayo, after a few days illness, passed away Wednesday at their home in Parkland. Though the loan was but for a little while, the little one made gladness in the hearts of the fond parents that will always be cherished and fondly remembered. The funeral services were conducted Wednesday morning at the residence by Rev. R. C. Clecker and T. C. Carlton, after which the interment was in the city cemetery.

Mayo, Elizabeth Ruth Smith
  The Jackson Argus April 15, 1910
Mrs. Elizabeth Mayo Goes to Great Beyond.
     Last Monday night Mrs. Elizabeth Mayo passed away at the home of her son, Mr. J. T. Mayo, in Parkland. She had suffered a great deal the past two years from rheumatism and was, during this time in a very feeble state. Two weeks ago she grew worse and blood poison set in, and Monday night she was relieved of all suffering. She had reached her sixty-sixth year, having spent the greater part of those years as a consistent member of the Baptist church. The funeral services were conducted Wednesday morning by her pastor, Dr. R. VanDeventer, and the interment was in the city cemetery by the side of her companion who preceded her two years ago.

Butts County Progress April 15, 1910
Death Of Aged Lady here Monday Night
     The death of Mrs. E. R. Mayo took place at the home of her son, Mr. J. T. Mayo in Parkland, Monday night. She had been a sufferer from rheumatism for a long time and recently this malady grew worse and blood poising set in. She was 66 years of age.
     The funeral took place here Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock. Interment was in the city cemetery.
     Mrs. Mayo is survived by one son, Mr. J. T. Mayo, of Jackson, three daughters, Mrs. Charles Greer, of Jackson, Mrs. T. H. Henderson and Mrs. G. W. Henderson, of Starsville. The family have the sympathy of a host of friends in their bereavement.

Mayo, Frances Weldon
  The Jackson Progress-Argus May 23, 1924
Mrs. Frances Mayo Claimed By Death.
     Mrs. Frances Mayo, 92 years of age, one of the oldest residents of the county, passed away Monday night at 10 o'clock at the home of Mr. G. C. Gunnels, with whom she had resided for some time. The infirmities of old age were given as the cause of death.
     Mrs. Mayo was widely beloved for her many excellent traits of character. She had been a member of Paran church, Monroe county, for a great many years. The passing of this daughter of the Old South is mourned by a host of friends. She was a Miss Weldon before her marriage. She is survived by one brother, Mr. Abraham Weldon, of Monroe county, and several grandchildren.
     Funeral services were held Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock at Sandy Creek church. Interment was in the church yard.

The Jackson Progress-Argus June 27, 1924
Tender Tribute To Mother Of Old South.
Editor Progress-Argus-
     We feel impelled to write something in commemoration of the beautiful Christian life of Mrs. Frances Mayo whose spirit passed on to higher and happier realms on May 19.
     In our opinion no person has ever lived and died in Butts county who left behind, in the memory of relatives and friends, a richer legacy of Christian duties well done, of sacred trusts well performed, than this good woman whose life reaching back nearly a century covered almost the entire space our country was settled.
     To her many friends Mrs. Mayo was known as Aunt Fanny, and to her numerous descendants she was known as Grandma. She was born in Jasper county in June 1831, and her maiden name was Waldon. She moved to Dublin district, Butts county, when a child and when quite a young girl was united in marriage to a Butts county youth. A few years of happy married life and then came the civil war and the "great deeps of southern life were broken up." The young husband like other brave men and boys of the time answered the call in defense of the southland and in the battle of Chancellorsville, where the southern army won such a memorable victory in the battle that marked the very crest of Confederate successes, John Mayo laid his life upon the alter of his country. The young husband's battles were fought, his marches were ended, the sound of the drum beat and bugle call would wake him no more, but there was left down in Butts county, Ga., a young widowed mother with three small children, Mollie, Sallie and William. A short time after the husband's death another daughter was to bear her father's name, Johnnie, came to this disconsolate home.
     Someone has said that the greatest battles that are ever fought are fought by the mothers of men, and when this brave young husband gave his all for his country there commenced for this young widowed mother a battle with difficulties and hardships perhaps greater and more soul-trying than any the husband had ever known. Yes, a battle that was to last more than half a century and from which she was to come forth gloriously victorious with a crown eternal.
     Many writers have tried to do justice to the loyalty, devotion and courageous self-sacrifice of the women of the sixties, that shone as a guiding star undimmed by the dark clouds of war or adversity. It would be hard to find a brighter example of these shining virtues than that shown by the life and example of Aunt Fanny Mayo, through these trying times.
     Being endowed with an unusually strong mind and body, she went bravely to the task of making an honest living for those whose welfare God had entrusted to her keeping. Through the hard years following the civil war, when the South was poverty stricken and when the state government was in alien hands and could render no assistance to the dependents of those who had fallen in her defense, her undaunted courage and optimism was a great inspiration to her friends and neighbors.
     Aunt Fanny was a great lover of children and some of the pleasantest recollections of our early childhood are clustered around this happy home playing with her only son, Billie. And then what seemed almost the saddest blow of all, just when Billie was getting large enough to work and help her, he was taken from her. With her faith and courage undaunted, she still carried on and reared her daughters with credit. She imparted in a large degree her courage and cheerful disposition to her daughters, who in turn became Christian women, made happy marriages and reared families of worthy children.
     Aunt Fanny, out lived all her children and left behind her when she died seven grandchildren, thirty-two great-grandchildren, and fourteen great-great-grandchildren.
     We have often thought what a rebuke such a life as hers was to those who complain of ordinary difficulties and seem to consider all kind of work a hardship. Not so with Aunt Fanny, who considered it a great privilege to work and sacrifice for those she loved.
     In early life she united with the Baptist church at Sandy Creek and throughout her long and useful life she held steadfastly to the Christian faith. Some one has truly said that the best way to teach any truth is to live it, and Aunt Fanny certainly lived her religion. We have often wondered whether she could have made the brave and successful fight that she did make had it not been for her steadfast Christian faith to sustain her. We feel sure she could not have done it.
     No doubt she has long since heard the glorious plaudit, "Well done thee good and faithful servant, enter then into the joys of thy Lord."
ONE WHO LOVED HER.

Mayo, Infant
Jackson Progress-Argus March 16 1917
Death of Infant
               The infant of Mr. and Mrs. L. P. Mayo died at Pepperton March 7, and the body was taken to McDonough Thursday for funeral and interment.

Mayo, J. M. T., Mrs. (nee Kilgo)
  The Jackson Progress-Argus December 12, 1919
Mrs. J. M. T. Mayo Claimed By Death
Popular and beloved woman claimed by death after illness of several weeks. Funeral Monday
     Following an illness of several weeks duration, Mrs. J. M. T. Mayo, a popular and beloved woman of the Stark community, passed away at her home Saturday night about 12 o'clock. Her condition recently had been serious and the end was not unexpected, though coming as a shock to the family and a wide circle of friends.
     Before her marriage to Mr. Mayo several years ago, she was a Mrs. Kilgo of Atlanta, and was 44 years of age. She is survived by her husband, Mr. J. M. T. Mayo, one of the county's most prominent citizens. In their deep sorrow the family have the sympathy of hosts of friends.
     Mrs. Mayo was a member of Macedonia church and a teacher of young men's Sunday School class. Ever since her residence at Stark she has taken an keen interest in church and Sunday School work and was one of the most active and valuable members. She will be greatly missed as a wife, mother, neighbor and Christian leader.
     The funeral was held at Macedonia Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock and Rev. J. A. Bonner conducted the services. The pallbearers were the young men of her Sunday School class, and the body was laid to rest in Macedonia cemetery.

Mayo, Jacob T.
  The Jackson Argus February 7, 1908
Mr. J. T. Mayo Passes Away.
     Last Tuesday afternoon the shocking news was spread abroad that Mr. J. T. Mayo had been found dead, and expressions of deepest sorrow fell from every lip. He had been building a fence between the lots of Dr. Jarrell and Mr. E. C. Gresham, and is supposed to have dropped dead while at work. Dr. Jarrell first discovered him lying near the barn where he had begun to work, and calling Mr. H. L. Daughtry, who was passing, they hurriedly went to him, and found that life had been gone probably two or more hours. The end, to all appearances, had been as peaceful as it had been sudden, for he was lying just as he had fallen. He had for years suffered with organic heart trouble.
     Truly a good man is gone. "Gentle, peaceable, honest and true," are the words that have been uttered by those had known him for a great number of years. Everybody had confidence in him. He was a Confederate veteran and his comrades sorrow over his passing.
     The funeral services were conducted from the Baptist church Wednesday afternoon by the pastor, Rev. Mr. VanDeventer, assisted by Rev. A. J. Goodrum. Of Flovilla, and the interment in the city cemetery. The sorrowing family have the heartfelt sympathy of everyone.

Butts County Progress February 6, 1908
Mr. Mayo Passes Suddenly Away
     Mr. J. T. Mayo, a good and respected citizen of Jackson, was found dead in the back lot of Mr. C. R. Gresham Tuesday at 1:15 o'clock.
     Dr. J. A. Jarrell who lives nearby, discovered the body with one hand pressed over the heart, which indicated heart failure.
     Mr. Mayo was doing some work for Dr. Jarrell at the time of his death and was seen at his task about three quarters of an hour before he was found dead.
     Coroner Britt immediately held an inquest, the verdict of which was that the deceased came to his death by heart failure.
     At the inquest Dr. Jarrell stated that his previous examination of the deceased's heart led him to suspect the cause of death no sooner than he saw the body.
     Mr. Mayo was 65 years old, and was known as a straight forward, honest gentleman, and his death is universally regretted. He was a member of the Masonic order and a deacon in the Baptist church.
     His children, Mrs. C. J. Greer, of Pepperton, John W. Mayo of Griffin, T. J. Mayo Jr., and Mrs. Henderson survive him.
     The funeral was held at the Baptist church Wednesday afternoon, conducted by Revs. Goodrum and VanDeventer, and the body was interred in the Jackson cemetery by the local Masonic lodge.

Mayo, Jacob Thompson
Jackson Progress-Argus, March 20, 1947.
Jacob T. Mayo Died at Home in Atlanta March 12.
     Jacob T. Mayo, a former Butts county resident, died March 12 at his home in Atlanta. Mr. Mayo died of a heart attack following an illness of pneumonia. He was born and reared in Butts county but moved to Atlanta about thirty years ago. He was a fine musician and organized the Butts County Singing Convention. He taught music at Atlanta and later was connected to the Cable Piano Company.
     He was a member of the Baptist Church and a fine christian character.
     Funeral services were held at Patterson's in Atlanta Thursday and burial; was in the West View cemetery.
     Survivors include his wife, the former Miss Eula Pritchett; one daughter, Mrs. J. L. Milner of Albany; one son, J. T. Mayo of Atlanta; three sisters, Mrs. C. J. Greer of Jackson, Mrs. G. W. Henderson and Mrs. P. H. Henderson, both of Mansfield; two grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
  
Mayo, John Anderson Dr.
Butts County Progress February 20, 1914
     Friends here will regret to learn of the death of Dr. Anderson Mayo, which occurred in Atlanta Monday. Anderson was one of the brightest boys who was ever graduated from the Jackson public schools. He had made good in the medical world and had lived for the past few years in South Georgia. His untimely death is generally regretted by the people of Jackson and Butts county.

Mayo, John Mason Thomas
  
The Jackson Progress-Argus May 6, 1927
Mr. John M. T. Mayo Passes In Atlanta
     The death of Me. John Mason Thomas Mayo, 83 years of age, prominent Confederate soldier and well known citizen, occurred in Atlanta Monday night. He had been in declining health for the past two or three years and recently his condition had become critical.
     Mr. Mayo was a native of Butts county and had long been prominently been identified with the progress and growth of this section. In the War Between the States he served as a member of Company I, Thirtieth Georgia Regiment, and was the last survivor of that company. He served gallantly during the war and for many years had been commander of Camp Barnett of Confederate Veterans. He was formerly engaged in the mercantile business in Butts county. Mr. Mayo had been a member of Macedonia church for a long number of years. He was a past master of St. Johns lodge No. 45 F. & A. M., having been a Mason for more than fifty years.
     Mr. Mayo was married three times, his first wife was a Miss Dodson, of Butts county. He then married Miss Kilgo, of Atlanta and his last wife was a Mrs. Brown of Atlanta. On account of failing health he moved from his home at Stark to Atlanta several months ago.
     Mr. Mayo had a very large number of friends in Butts county who were pained to learn of his passing. He was a man of sterling worth and integrity and held the confidence of his associates.
     He is survived by his wife and the _______ Capt. W. M. Mayo, Chief of police of Atlanta, *** a Fulton county deputy sheriff, Robert A. Mayo, of Atlanta, Albret Mayo, of Des Moines, Iowa; four daughters, Mrs. W. L. Bradford, Mrs. G. W. Moore, Mrs. Annie Mayo Lee, of Atlanta, Mrs. Myrtle Duke of Braxton. He is also survived by 28 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
     Funeral services were held at Macedonia church Wednesday morning at 11 o'clock and were largely attended by family and friends. Rev. I. G. Walker, Sr., his pastor, was the officiating minister and St. Johns lodge No. 45 F. & A. M., of which he was a member and past master, had charge of the services at the grave. Interment was in the family lot in the church cemetery.
  
Mayo, John William
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Dec 1943
John William Mayo, a Former Resident, Dies
     Funeral services for John William Mayo, 72, formerly of Atlanta, who died December 3 in Chagrin Falls, Ohio, were held December 8 at the chapel of Pruitt-Yarn Funeral Home, Atlanta. The Rev. R. S. Manning officiated and burial was in Magnolia cemetery.
     Born in Butts county, Mr. Mayo resided in Atlanta several years and about 35 years ago he moved to Ohio.
     Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Owen Wood, Atlanta; a brother, J. T. Mayo, Atlanta; three sisters, Mrs. P. H. Henderson, Monticello; Mrs. G W. Henderson, Mansfield; Mrs. C. J. Greer, Jackson, and six grandchildren.
Mayo, Levy Emerson
  The Jacksonian March 1, 1907
In Sweet Memory.
     Little Levy Emerson Mayo the two year three months and four days old son of Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Mayo took his flight to a happy home on Jan, 18, 1907.
     Oh! How we miss that little darling no one knows! All of his little play things to lay aside. Just to remember him in loving pride. Just to think of that sweet voice that used to say Mamma and Papa. Oh! It is so sad to give up the little angel but dear parents your darling is not dead but he is asleep in Jesus. May God heal your broken hearts and help you to be ready. Nothing to do as little Levy did but to close our eyes cross the river to a happy home where there is no more sad parting. Oh! Papa and Mamma you know your darling boy has left you a sweet remembrance, you know he has told you he liked his new home. Yes darling we know you like your beautiful home. We had never dreamed of you going to your home so soon. Just before he left us he said: See papa? See mama? May God help you all to realize they your darling is not dead.
     The remains were brought to Mt. Bethel and laid to rest on Jan. 19th, 07.
A precious one from us is gone,
The voice we loved is still,
A place is vacant in our home,
Which never can be filled.
For tho' a little flower hast,
Of him the Angels made,
With honor and glory to thou.
Hast crowned his little head.
ONE WHO LOVED HIM.

Mayo, Mary Jane Dodson
  Butts County Progress April 30, 1909
Death Of Mrs. Mayo.
     The death of Mrs. J. M. T. Mayo occurred at her home in Atlanta Sunday morning at 7 o'clock. Death was due to cancer.
     The remains were brought to Jackson Monday morning and the funeral was held at Macedonia at 11 o'clock. The services were conducted by Rev. J. A. Dodson and Rev. Mr. Sharp.
     Mrs. Mayo who was 70 years of age formerly lived in Butts county. She is survived by her husband, two or three sons and _______.

Mayo, Osie Eliza
Jackson Progress Argus 6 Jun 1972
Mrs. Mayo Died in Rome
     Mrs. Osie Eliza Mayo,87, of Rome, died Friday at 9:20 a. m. in a Rome hospital following an illness of several days. Mrs. Mayo was born in Monroe County July 30, 1884, the daughter of the late Wesley. D. and Rebecca Ann Zellner Hencely, but had been a resident of Rome since 1920, moving there from Flovilla. She was a member of Sandy Creek Baptist Church.
     Prior to her retirement in 1949 she was employed by the Celanese Corporation in Rome. Her husband, John Norris Mayo, preceded her in death November, 4, 1959.
     Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Louise Mayo Carpenter of Rome, Mrs. Eunice Rodgers of Jacksonville, Fla.; three sons, Morris Mayo of Clarksville, Va., Marvin Mayo of Rorne, Arthur Mayo of Jacksonville, Fla.; one sister, Mrs. Willie Thompson of Hiram; 8 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren.
     Funeral services were conducted Sunday at 4 p. m. in the chapel of Jennings Funeral Home with the Rev. S. H. Pendley officiating. Interment was in East View Cemetery in Rome.

Mayo, Payton C.
Butts County Progress Nov 14 1907
Typhoid Takes Life of Mr. Payton C. Mayo
     Mr. Payton Mayo died Friday morning last at 5 o'clock at the home of his father-in-law, Mr. Henry Thurston, after an illness of three weeks with typhoid fever.
     Mr. Mayo was about 27 years old and is survived by his wife and two children, the eldest being five years. He was a member of the Jackson Baptist church. He was a carpenter and brickmason by trade and had not long since returned from Atlanta where he had followed this work. For a time he was a policeman on the Jackson force and held other position of trust.
     His funeral was held at the home of his father-in-law, Dr. W. A. Nelson officiating. The interment took place in Jackson cemetery.

Mayo, Richard Jackson
  Butts County Progress July 30, 1909
Prominent Veteran Answers Roll Call
     Death claimed a brave veteran and a well known citizen when Mr. R. J. Mayo answered the final roll call Monday morning at eight o'clock at Fincherville. Death was sudden and due to complication of disease and general breakdown.
     At the time of his death Mr. Mayo was about 65 years old. He was a Mason, being a member of St. Johns Lodge No. 45 F. & A. M. He was a veteran of the Civil War. No children survive the deceased, who was married twice.
     The funeral was held at Macedonia Tuesday morning. The services at the grave were very simple, according to the oft repeated request of the deceased.
  
Mayo, Thomas Allen
  The Jackson Progress-Argus November 30, 1928
Death Of An Infant
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. T. C. Mayo, of Atlanta, formerly of Jackson, sympathize with them in the death of their small son, Thomas Allen Mayo, which occurred in Atlanta Monday. Interment was in the Jackson cemetery Tuesday morning.
  
Mays, Annie Sam
  Middle Georgia Argus April 22, 1890
A Little Child Dead
     Little Annie Sam, infant girl of Dr. R. W. Mays, died on Thursday of last week, and ____ Friday in the city cemetery, Rev. H. M. Dillard conducting the burial ceremonies. It was about one year old and was exceedingly bright and highly intelligent for one of its age. The sympathies of the Argus are extended to the bereaved ones.

Mays, Emmeline Eleanor Gibson
  The Jackson Progress-Argus August 28, 1925
Mrs. Emma Mays Called By Death
     Coming as a severe shock to the family and hundreds of friends throughout Butts county was the death of Mrs. Emma Mays widow of the late Ho, S. H. Mays, which occurred at her country home a few miles from Jackson at 5:30 o'clock Monday afternoon. She was attacked with a fatal illness while alone with her daughter, Mrs. C. M. Compton, and expired before medical assistance could be summoned. Though she had not been entirely well for some time, her passing came as a surprise and shock. Death was attributed to heart trouble.
     Mrs. Mays was one of the county's most widely beloved women. She held a warm place in the affections of her friends and her passing caused county-wide sorrow. Mrs. Mays had been a resident of Butts county for a long number of years. She was formerly Miss Emma Gibson, member of a prominent family of this section of the state. She was married in 1879 at Indian Springs to Hon. S. H. Mays, former senator from the twenty-sixth district, a former president of the Georgia State Agricultural Society, prominent Confederate soldier and well known citizen.
     Since the death of her husband Mrs. Mays has resided at her country estate with the exception of occasional visits to her home in Jackson. She was largely interested in farming and live stock growing and brought to the management of her extensive holdings a keen business insight. She was a loyal member of the Presbyterian church and showed much interest in religious and civic affairs. She showed a particularly keen interest in the affairs of the Daughters of the Confederacy, her husband having been a prominent soldier in the War Between the States. She was a regular attendant at the Memorial Day services in Jackson and was intensely loyal to the ideals of the Old South. Mrs. Mays is survived by one daughter, Mrs. C. M. Compton; two grandsons, Milton and Samuel Compton; one brother, Mr. J. T. Gibson, cashier of the Bank of Flovilla; two sisters, Mrs. Mary Thompson, and Miss Fannie Gibson; a nephew, Mr. J. B. Mays, all of whom have the tender condolences of hosts of friends.
     Funeral services were held from the home Wednesday morning at 10:30 o'clock and were attended by a vast concourse of friends. The funeral services were in charge of her pastor, the Rev. A. R. Woodson, pastor of the Jackson Presbyterian church. The love and esteem in which she was held was attested by the lovely floral offerings. Interment was in the family lot in the Jackson City Cemetery

Mays, Joe
Georgia Weekly Telegraph & Georgia Journal & Messenger January 6, 1880
A Negro Killed in Butts County
     Griffin News: The usual returns from the effects of Christmas frolics are coming in, though rather slowly. The only serious disturbance that we have heard of in our immediate section is from Worthville, Butts county, and the information is not as full as we could wish for, but the particulars, as we gather them are about as follows: It seems that a number of negroes met at that point one night last week to have a frolic. The bought some whisky from some white men, and after drinking it refusing payment. The white men only four or five in number seeing they were drunk, started to leave, when they were set upon by the negroes with rocks. One of the white men, Mr. Kitchens, got hold of a shot-gun and emptied fifteen buckshot in the breast of one of the negroes, killing him instantly and wounding one or two others. Mr. K. Made no effort to escape, as he thinks he acted in self-defense. The negroes behaved very badly and created such a riot as to necessitate the arrest of several of the ringleaders.

Weekly Telegraph (Macon) March 23, 1886
A Christmas Tragedy
Acquittal of Mr. Dute Kitchens for Killing a Negro Seven Years Ago
     By the acquittal of Mr. Dute Kitchens last Saturday in the Butts County Superior Court, of the killing of a negro named Joe Mays, at Worthville during the Christmas holidays of 1879, the memory of quite an exciting event is recalled. As some of our readers are unacquainted with the facts in the case, a brief summary of the matter is given:
     One day during the period mentioned above, the colored population of Worthville were celebrating the holidays. A number of the bucks filled up on bad branch whisky, and from singing, dancing and laughing, the by and by drifted toward that epoch in drunkenness known as drunk and disorderly. As the day wore on, the blacks had several quarrels with the whites, and being inflammed [sic] with liquor soon became noisy and dangerous. They made many ugly threats of massacring all the whites men, women and children.
     Mr. John McCallum, then a resident of Worthville, was sent for, as a gentleman having some influence with the negroes, in the hope that he could pacify them and get them to go home or become less turbulent. He repaired to a large crowd of colored men who were exceedingly demonstrative and mouthing dire threats. He spoke to them kindly telling them that they ought not to act so unruly, and advised them to disperse and go home, or at least be more quiet. They listened to him attentively, and when he had concluded speaking, Wylie Mays, a big, strapping darkey, threw up his arms and shouted: "I'd listen to you as quick as any white man, Mr. McCallum, but we will listen to no d n white men.: Mr. McCallum seeing that he was only wasting time talking to the mob of drunken blacks, withdrew.
     Then Mr. Due Kitchens attempted to say something soothing as he also was quite popular with the negroes. While he was speaking Joe Mays rushed upon him, and grasping him by the collar began forcibly pushing Mr. Kitchens backward. For fully a hundred yards was the gentleman thus roughly jostled onward. At last breaking loose, Mr. Kitchens entered his store and secured a double-barreled shotgun. It had two loads in it, but had failed to explode, even after caps have been tried upon the nipples of the weapon. Finally the gun was fired off, and Mr. Kitchens loaded it with buckshot. By this time the negroes were infuriated and hunting for him.
     He proceeded to the woods not far from his store and concealed himself behind a log. It was now night, but the moon was up and objects were plainly visible. In a very short time Kitchens discovered Joe Mays coming down a slight hill in his direction, and carrying a gun slung across his shoulder. When a short distance from Kitchens the negro paused, and raising his gun took aim. It was then that Dute cut loose with his shotgun. His aim was true, and Joe Mays fell dead to the ground, pierced with several buckshot.
     In view of the fact that Joe Mays had several influential white friends, Mr. Kitchens thought it best to leave the country, and accordingly did so. Since 1879 he has been in this State and Alabama. But at last he grew tired of being from Friends and home, and last week walked into the court house and gave himself up. Time, the healer of feelings of revenge, as well as of blasted hopes and broken pledges, has blunted the feeling against Mr. Kitchens if there had ever been any and his acquittal was prompt and most pleasing to the people in attendance at court. So joyous was one gentleman, that the judge slapped a $25 fine on him for clapping his hands. The fine was reduced to $15, $10 of which was made up by friends and a note taken by the county for the balance, and so everybody went out of the court room happy, Dute Kitchens, the happiest of all.
     In justice to Joe Mays, it might be well to state, he was a good enough negro when sober. He had went through the war with Mr. Sam Mays, of Brooksville, Florida, a brother of the "doc's," and was greatly liked by the former gentleman, who expressed deep regret at Joe's killing. Jackson News.

Mays, John Billy, Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Sep 1959
Heart Attack Monday Claims John Billy Mays
     Funeral services for Mr. John Billy Mays Sr., 66, widely known Butts county resident who died of a heart seizure Monday night around 11 o'clock at his Butts county home, were held Wednesday afternoon at three o'clock at his home in Jackson with the Rev. Lamar Watkins, pastor of the Jackson Methodist Church, officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery with Persons Funeral Home of Monticello in charge of arrangements.
     Though not in robust health, Mr. Mays was his accustomed self until late Monday afternoon when he began complaining of indigestion. The fatal attack occurred later in the evening with Mr. Mays expiring before medical assistance could be summoned.
     Born, reared and a life long resident of Butts county, Mr. Mays was the son of Dr. R. W. Mays and Mrs. Laura Gray Mays, esteemed and influential. citizens of another era. Mr. Mays was a member of the East Point Lodge of Masons and a member of the Covington Elks Club, to which organizations he gave devoted loyalty and service.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Martha S. Mays, Jackson; four sons, Major Robert G. Mays, stationed at the 75th Station Hospital Stuttgart, Germany; Major John Billy Mays Jr., professor of Air Science at Alabama Polytechnic Institute, Auburn, Ala.; Dr. Lamar Mays, Atlanta; Benjamin Mays, Atlanta; one daughter, Miss Martha Mays, Charleston, S. C.; two granddaughters and four grandsons.
     Pallbearers were Julian. Fletcher, John L. Coleman, Dean Strickland, Sidney Strickland, Gordon Dixon, and Jimmy Earnhart.

Mays, Mack
  Middle Georgia Argus December 15, 1891
The Vestibule Hit Him.
     Mr. Mack Mays was struck by the vestibule train on Sunday morning 6th inst. about one mile north of Flovilla and instantly killed.
     His body was terribly mangled. No blame is attached to the railroad for it was one of their unavoidable accidents. He was on the track on a sharp curve and the train could not be stopped.

Mays, Martha Strickland
Jackson Progress-Argus, March 8, 1962
Mrs. J. B Mays Buried Sunday at Jackson Rites
     Graveside services for Mrs. John Billy Mays, Sr., 69, were held Sunday afternoon at three o'clock at the Jackson City Cemetery with the Rev. Em. Marvin Randolph, pastor of the Jackson and Fellowship Presbyterian Churches, officiating. Foster Leverett rendered a vocal solo at the service. Jordan Funeral Home of Monticello was in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Mays died Saturday morning at a private hospital following a period of declining health extending more than two years.
     Born in Carroll County, she was the daughter of the late Roland Gibson Strickland and Mrs. Mattie Fountain Strickland. She was educated in the Carroll County schools and lived there until her marriage to Mr. Mays, at which time she moved to Butts County, residing here until the time of her illness.
     She in survived by four sons, Col. Robert G. Mays, Ft. Benning; Major John . Mays Jr, Auburn, Ala.; Benjamin L. Mays, Ft. McPherson, and Dr. J. Lamar Mays, Atlanta; one daughter, Miss Martha L. Mays, Charleston, S. C.; four bothers, Dr. R. B. Strickland, Americus; J. B. Strickland, Corbin, Ky.; S. J. Strickland, Jackson, and E. L. Strickland, Augusta; two sisters, Mrs. Howard Bailey, Americus, and Mrs. C. P. Pope, Charleston, S. C.; several grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were Bailey Woodward, E. M. McCord, John L. Coleman, Ed O'Neal, Wayne Barnes, and Jimmy Earnhart.

Mays, Maud M Edwards
  The Jackson Progress-Argus February 18, 1960
Mrs. R. W. Mays Died Tuesday In Newton Hospital
     Mrs. Maude Edwards Mays, widow of the late Dr. R. W. Mays, one of Butts county's most widely known women, died at 12:25 a.m. Tuesday morning at the Newton County Hospital in Covington following a long period of declining health, aggravated by a broken leg suffered in a fall some months ago.
     Born in Walker county, Mrs. Mays was the daughter of the Rev. T. S. Edwards and Mrs. Matilda Harris Edwards, esteemed residents of that North Georgia county. Mrs. Mays came to Jackson in the early 1900's and taught school here for a ling number of years, subsequently meeting and marring Dr. Mays, one of the county's leading and influential citizens of his time.
     Mrs. Mays was a zealous worker for the Confederates cause and was instrumental in organizing the Eliza LaSeur Hendrick Chapter of the Children of the Confederacy. For years this organization flourished until it was eventually doomed by public apathy. Mrs. Mays was a tireless worker in other civic endeavors, being a member of the Larkin D. Watson Chapter, UDC, The William McIntosh Chapter, DAR, the Mimosa Garden Club and a devoted loyal member of the Jackson Methodist church.
     Funeral services for Mrs. Mays will be conducted Thursday afternoon at three o'clock from the Haisten Chapel with the Rev. Lamar Watkins, pastor of the Jackson Methodist church officiating, Interment will be in the Jackson City Cemetery, with Halsten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Survivors are one brother, B. P. O. Edwards, Clearwater, Fla.; several nieces and nephews among whom are J. H. Anderson and Mrs. D. B. Dixon, both of Starrsville, and Mrs. W. A. King of Athens.
     
Mays, Robert Gipson, Lt. CoI.
Jackson Progress Argus 02 May 1963
Col. Robert Mays Died Wednesday At Fort Benning
     Lt. Col. Robert Gipson Mays, 50, of 411 Lumpkin Road, Fort Henning, died Wednesday morning, April 24, at Martin Army Hospital after a long illness.
     Col. Mays was born at Jackson, June 26, 1912, the son of the late Mr. John B. Mays Sr. and Mrs. Martha Strickland Mays. Upon completion of his education in the local schools, Mr. Mays attended and graduated from the University of Georgia. Prominent in ROTC affairs at the University, Col. Mays chose the Army as a career, logging over 32 years of military service. He completed 20 years of regular Army service and 12 years as a reservist assigned to the National Guard. Col. Mays served with distinction in the European theater during World War II, being a member of Solomon Masonic Lodge 822 in Stuttgart, Germany. He was to have retired from military service Tuesday night, April 23rd.
     Col. Mays attended and graduated from a school of optometry in Memphis, Tenn. and at the time of his death was Chief of Optometry at Fort Benning. He practiced optometry in Jackson for a short period upon graduation from the Memphis school. Col. Mays was a member of the First Baptist Church of Jackson.
     A military service was held at Fort Benning Friday morning at 10 o'clock with burial at four o'clock at Lilburn in the family plot of his wife, the former Miss Evelyn Kent.
     Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Evelyn K. Mays, Fort Benning; a son, Robert G. Mays Jr., Fort Benning; a sister, Mrs. William H. Ford, Charleston, S. C., three brothers, Lt. Col. John B. Mays Jr., Auburn, Ala.; Dr. J. Lamar Mays and Benjamin L. Mays, both of Atlanta.

Mays, Robert Williams, Dr.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus December 13, 1918
Dr. R. W. Mays Claimed By Death
Wealthy Citizen Expired Sunday After Several Weeks Illness Was Well Known Figure in County
     In the death of Dr. R. W. Mays, which occurred at his home on Covington Street, at an early hour, Sunday morning, following a several weeks' illness of pneumonia and other complications, Butts county looses one of its best known citizens. Dr. Mays has been confined to his home for many weeks but recently his condition was thought to have improved. His illness took a turn for the worst, however, during Saturday night and he expired between four and five o'clock Sunday morning.
     Dr. Mays was known to practically every man and woman, white and colored, in the county. He had spent almost his entire life in the county and remained active until stricken a few weeks ago. During his life he had amassed a fortune and was said to be the county's wealthiest citizen. His holdings of farm lands amounted to several thousand acres. In addition he owned valuable city property. Almost all of his wealth was in farm and city real estate and in cash and bonds.
     He was a man of fine business ability and possessed tremendous energy and never-lagging enthusiasm. He was a member of the local bar, was several years ago a practicing physician, was largely interested in farming and various business enterprises. He had been before the public for many years, first serving a term as tax receiver immediately after the close of the Civil War. He had twice represented the county in the lower house, being first elected in the eighties and again in 1916, serving as a member of the 1916-18 sessions of the general assembly.
     Dr. Mays was a veteran of the War Between the States, serving as a member of Company I, Thirtieth Georgia Regiment. He was severely wounded in action and never completely recovered from the injury received.
     A son of the late Henry Mays, Dr. Mays was a member of a family that played a conspicuous part in the affairs of the county for more than a generation. He was twice married. His first wife was Miss Laura Gray and by this union there were three children, Mrs. H. M. Fletcher and Robert Lee Mays, both of whom preceded him to the grave, and John B. Mays, who survives. He is also survived by his wife, Mrs. Maude Edwards Mays, who before her marriage was a popular member of the faculty of the Jackson public schools. He is also survived by one brother, Hon. S. H. Mays, former Senator from the Twenty-sixth district.
     Dr. Mays had a large following over the county and was usually successful in his political races.
     He was 75 years old the past May. During his long life he remained actively interested in business and political affairs. He had decided views on all public questions and was outspoken in his advocacy of men and measures.
     The funeral service was held at the late residence Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock, and the Rev. S. R. England, pastor of the Jackson Methodist church, officiated. Many friends and admirers gathered for a last tribute of respect.
     The pallbearers were Messrs. W. G. Ham, F. S. Carmichael, W. H. Mallet, C. M. Compton, H. D. Moore and W. L. Nutt. The body was laid to rest in the Jackson cemetery.
  
  The Jackson Progress-Argus June 13, 1919
Estate Of Dr. Mays Appraised $170,000
Judge J. H. Ham completes work for the Heirs
     Judge J. H. Ham, Ordinary, who was requested by the heirs to appraise the estate of Dr. R. W. Mays for inheritance tax has completed the schedule. He appraised the estate at $170,961.65. After all deductions it is estimated that the inheritance tax that this estate will be required to pay the state will be in the neighborhood of $1,500.
     The following schedule was assessed by Judge Ham:
Real estate, 2418 acres, @ $30 per acre, $72,540.00
Cotton, 393 bales. @ $125.00 per bale, $49,125.00
City property in Jackson, $39,460.00
Solvent notes and mortgages, $5,644.63
Cash from sale of personalty, $1,122.47
Sale of mules, wagons, junk, etc., 43,089.75
     The estate is one of the largest, if not the largest in Butts county.
The Jackson Progress-Argus September 26, 1919
Estate of Dr. R. W. Mays Pays Inheritance Tax.
Total amount to State equals $1,510.45.
     The estate of Dr. R. W. Mays has paid to the state of Georgia an inheritance tax amounting to $1,510,45. Under the old law estate taxes were required to pay one per cent to the state in inheritance tax, after certain deductions. The new law runs from one to seven per cent. Dr. Mays' estate, which was one of the largest in this section, was appraised at $170,961.85 and deductions amounting to $19,947.40 were allowed under the law, leaving $151,014.45 on which a tax of one per cent was required. The commission of the county tax collector was $80.40, the net amount due the state being $1,429.76.

Mays, Robert Lee
  Butts County Progress October 21, 1910
Robert Lee Mays Dead After A Lingering Illness
     Robert Lee Mays, eldest son of Dr. R. W. Mays, died at his fathers home on Covington street Sunday afternoon at 6 o'clock. He had been in failing health for some time, and while his death was not a surprise yet it came as a crushing blow to his family and a painful shock to a large circle of friends.
     Born in Butts county twenty-nine years ago, this young man received the best education advantages the leading colleges offered. He was a student at the University of Georgia for some time and later studied at Valpariso, Ind. Possessed of a fine mind naturally he improved it by study, observation and travel. He was an attorney at law and had a bright future.
     But just in the vigor of young manhood he was attacked by lung that gradually sapped his energies. In the hope of building up his lost strength he sought the warm dry air of Texas, New Mexico and Arizona, and though he made a brave fight for life, being helped by a true and affectionate father, the great white plague demanded a victim and after months of suffering, on Sunday afternoon he fell on goodly sleep.
     The funeral took place from the residence Monday afternoon at 3:30 and was largely attended. The services were conducted by Rev. R, C. Cleckler, pastor of the Methodist church of which the deceased was a member at the time of his death. The floral tributes were numerous and beautiful and attested the esteem in which the deceased was held.
     The pallbearers were Messrs. S. H. Thornton, T. J. Dempsey, J. J. Willingham, G. E. Mallet, A. C. Finley, C. C. Davenport. Interment was in the city cemetery.
     The funeral arrangements were in charge of O. M. Wills.
  
Butts County Progress February 24, 1911
Bar Association Honors Memory Robert Lee Mays.
The following resolutions were passed at a meeting of the bar association in the courthouse Monday:
     Robert Lee Mays, the subject of this memorial, was born in Butts county, Georgia on the 4 day of May 1881. He attended school at Athens and was admitted to the bar of the superior court April term, nineteen three June 11, and of the district and circuit courts of the United States. At the time of his death he was 29 years of age and a member of the Jackson Bar Association. He was engaged in the practice for only a short time. He was true to his friends as the needle to the pole and always generous to his opponents. It is but fitting that our testimonials of esteem and affection should be spread upon the records of the superior court of Butts county.
"That perhaps another sailing O'er life's solemn main,
A forlorn and shipwrecked brother,
Seeing may take heart again.
For many years his father,
Brother and relatives will long
For the touch of the vanished hand
And the sound of the voice that is stilled."
     Robert Lee Mays was a member of a patriotic and distinguished family of Butts county. His grandfather, Henry Mays, was one of the first to volunteer his services, though a man of years, to defend his native state from invasion at the outbreak of the civil war. His father, Dr. R. W. Mays, a beloved member of this bar and ex-representative of this county, shed his blood upon the battlefield for the fiery stars and bars. A younger brother and uncle of Robert Lee Mays was the next to challenge the God of battles and to join his fortune with Johnson and his men in the army of the West. Mr. Mays was afterwards representative from this county and a senator from the 26 senatorial district. Could Robert Lee Mays have lived he would have emulated the example of his distinguished ancestry and honored relatives. There were none more courageous than he was and none more noble in example, and well does his young life speak the immortal words of the clergy:
"The boast of heraldry and the pomp of power,
And all that beauty and all that wealth ever gave,
Await like the inevitable hour.
The paths of glory lead but to the grave."

Mays, S. H. Mr.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus February 16, 1923
Hon. S. H. Mays Yields To Death
End Came After Several Weeks Of Illness. Held Many Important Positions. The Funeral Monday p. m.
     The death of Hon. S. H. Mays, former representative from Butts county, former senator from the twenty-sixth district and well known public man, occurred at his country home near Jackson about 12 o'clock Sunday afternoon. His life had been despaired for several days, though the end came as a shock to the host of friends here and over the state. Mr. Mays had not been well for several months, sustaining injuries in a fall from his horse the past fall. He partially recovered and was able to greet his friends in Jackson on the first Tuesday in January. Shortly after that date he suffered a stroke of paralysis and his condition gradually grew worse until the end came.
     The passing of Mr. Mays removes one of Butts county's most useful and influential citizens. He was known to practically every citizen of the county and all who knew him loved him for his open manly stand on all public questions. He was big hearted and generous to a fault and many citizens of this section have found in him a friend in need and a friend indeed. He was broad in his sympathies, charitable in his views and upright in his dealings with his fellows. His friendship, constant and unchanging was a thing to be prized. As a foeman he was worthy of any man's steel. One of the outstanding traits of Mr. Mays was his unflinching loyalty to his friends.
     During Mr. Mays' long and active career he had filled many positions of trust and responsibility. He represented Butts county in the lower house of the general assembly and some years later represented the twenty-sixth district in the state senate. He was widely known over the state and his influence in the capitol in Atlanta, made him the frequent advocate of the lowly and unfortunate. This prestige he retained until the last, having a wide acquaintances with public men in every section of the state. He was formerly a member of the State Agricultural Society and was a member of a special committee to urge upon the legislature favorable to Confederate veterans.
     The deceased was public spirited and was in the front of every progressive movement for the betterment of his county and state. He was one of the early directors of the Farmers Union Warehouse Company, and was a staunch friend of the agricultural classes. He was a member of the Farmers' Educational and Co-operative Union, a member of Jackson lodge No. 131 Knights of Pythias. A native of Butts county and a member of an old and prominent family of this section. Mr. Mays spent the most part of his life here, except for a few years spent in Florida. He entertained lavishly at his country home and was delighted to have his friends with him. He was especially fond of young people.
     Mr. Mays was 75 years of age on July 25, 1922, having been born in 1848. As a boy of sixteen he enlisted in the Fifth Georgia Cavalry, Wise's Company, Blount's Battalion, Cobb's Legion. Later he transferred to Company H, First Kentucky Cavalry and saw service until the end of the war. He was an ardent Southerner and was genuinely devoted to the cause of the Confederacy. He was adjutant of Camp John L. Barnett No. 1114 U. C. V. of Jackson and was a familiar figure at state and national reunions of the Confederate veterans. A dashing horseman, he served as marshal of the day at Memorial Day exercises in Jackson, and his service to the veterans will be sorely missed.
     The deceased was a large planter and was interested in breeding purebred livestock. He was a gentleman of the Old South but kept step with the march of progress.
     Surviving Mr. Mays are his widow, who was Miss Emma Gibson before her marriage; a daughter Mrs. Ruby Mays Compton; two grandsons, Milton and Samuel Compton; a nephew, Mr. J. B. Mays, all of whom have the sympathy of hosts' of friends in their sorrow.
     Funeral services were held at the Jackson Methodist church Monday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock, many friends gathering for a last tribute of love and respect. The services were conducted by Dr. M. McKay, of the Presbyterian church, assisted by Rev. Henry H. Jones, of the Methodist church. Numerous and beautiful floral offerings attested to the esteem in which he was held. Confederate veterans, a detachment from the Jackson Rifles and members of the Daughters of the Confederacy attended the services. He was laid to rest Tuesday afternoon his Confederate uniform. Interment being in the family lot in the Jackson cemetery.

Maxwell, Joseph Mr.
  Middle Georgia Argus August 30, 1887
     Joseph Maxwell, while bathing in a mill pond near Johnston Station, attempted to swim across. The pond proved to be a little wider than he had anticipated, and just before he reached the other shore he gave out and drowned before any of his companions could get to him. This makes the second drowning here in less than a week's time.

Meacham, St. John
Jackson Progress Argus 26 Nov 1970
Mr. Meacham Died Monday
     Mr. St. John Meacham, 66, of 57 Lakeview Avenue, NE, died Monday in a private hospital in Atlanta. He was the husband of the former Miss Sara Mills of Jackson.
     Mr. Meacham was born in Powder Springs and lived most of his life in Atlanta. He was graduated from Georgia Tech in 1925 and was a member of the Board of Stewards of St. Mark Methodist Church. He was retired from the Ray-Bestos Manhattan Brake Manufacturing Company in 1968.
     Funeral services were conducted Wednesday morning at 10:30 o'clock from Spring Hill with the Rev. W. Melton McNeil and Rev. Claude Turner officiating. Burial was in Crest Lawn Memorial Park with H. M. Patterson & Son in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Meacham is survived by his wife, Mrs. Sara Mills Meacham of Atlanta and a daughter, Mrs. Terry C. W. Miller.
    In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Organ Fund at St. Mark Methodist Church.

Meaders, Kenneth Franklin
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Jun 1966
Decatur Youth Drowns Sunday In Jackson Lake
     A 5 � -year-old Decatur boy, Kenneth Franklin Meaders, became Jackson Lake's second 1966 drowning fatality when his body was discovered in the Tussahaw Creek section of the large reservoir about one o'clock Sunday afternoon.
     The young boy, son of Mr. and Mrs. William F. Meaders Jr. of 2067 Rockhaven Drive, Decatur, was visiting at the lake along with his parents. He was last seen about noon playing near the water and in the yard of his host's cabin. A short time later he was missed and a search of the surrounding wooded area was begun. As no trace was found, those in the search party turned their attention to the lake. According to Butts Sheriff J. D. Pope the boy's body was discovered by his father while wading in three or four feet deep water.
     Attempts at resuscitation were immediately begun and an ambulance from Jackson was quickly summoned but it soon was apparent that the youthful victim had been immersed too long for life to be restored.
     The body was taken to Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson where it was later carried to Decatur by Horis A. Ward, Inc., funeral directors.
     Among the survivors, in addition to his parents, are two brothers, William Warren Meaders and Russell Steven Meaders; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Warnie Green of Denver, Colorado.

Meadows, Alice Elisabeth
Jackson Progress Argus 04 Sep 1985
     Alice Elisabeth Meadows, **, of Jackson, formerly of Atlanta, died Saturday in
Atlanta.
     Survivors Include three daughters, Elisabeth Douglas and Margaret Wills, both of
Jackson, and Louise Bryant of Lawrencevllle; brothers, Floyd Lord of Doraville and
Jim Lord of Alpharetta; several nieces and nephews,
     The funeral was held Monday in the chapel of R. T. Patterson
     Funeral Home in Norcross. Burial was In the Winters Chapel United Methodist
Church cemetery in Doravllle,
     B. T. Patterson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements,

Meadows, Cora Irene O'Neal
Jackson Progress Argus 14 Apr 1960
Mrs. Meadows Died Friday of Brief Illness
     Mrs. Emory Meadows, 59, of the Stark community, died Friday morning at the Macon Hospital following a brief illness.
     The well known Butts County matron was admitted to the hospital Thursday and succumbed Friday to a severe respiratory infection.
     The former Miss Irene O'Neal, she was the daughter of the late L. T. O'Neal and Mrs. Viva McMichael O'Neal. A native of Butts County, she was a member of Stark Methodist Church. Funeral services for Mrs. Meadows were held Sunday afternoon at Haisten's Chapel with the Rev. W. A. High officiating. Burial was in the Jackson City Cemetery with arrangements in charge of Haisten Funeral Home.
     Survivors include her husband, mother, Mrs. L. T. O'Neal, of Jackson; three brothers, George O'Neal, Atlanta; Chester O'Neal and Perry O'Neal, both of Jackson; two sisters, Mrs. I. C. Smith and Mrs. Emerson McMichael, both of Jackson; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were James T. O'Neal, Asa O'Neal, Leonard O'Neal, Clifford O'Neal, Carl McMichael, and Leonard McMichael.

Meadows, Emory
Jackson Progress Argus 10 Oct 1974
Mr. Meadows Passes October 1st
     Mr. Emory Meadows, 73, former Butts County resident, died in the Eatonton Hospital on Tuesday, October 1st, with death attributed to a heart attack. Mr. Meadows had been in declining health for some time.
     A native of Indiana, Mr. Meadows lived for a number of years in the Stark Community where he was widely known. He moved to Eatonton around 1961. Mr. Meadows retired while working with Carmichael Well Drillers. He was a member of the Stark United Methodist Church.
     Graveside services were held October 2nd in the Jackson City Cemetery at three o'clock with Vining Funeral Home of Eatonton in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Meadows is, survived by his mother, Mrs. A. A. Meadows, of Eatonton; four brothers and four sisters. His wife, deceased, was the former Irene O'Neal of Butts County.

Meadows, John
  The Jackson Argus August 12, 1898
Another Lynching In Griffin.
A Negro rapist from Meriwether flees to Griffin and dies of throat trouble.
     Griffin was the scene of another lynching on Monday of this week. The victim was a Meriwether county negro by the name of John Meadows who attempted a rape upon the person of little Nova Camp. The crime was committed near Senola and the negro fled to Griffin and was captured there by the city patrolmen. When the officers with their prisoner reached Hill street, just opposite the Baptist church, the mob, which had swelled to at least 500 determined and heavily armed men, leveled their weapons on them and demanded the prisoner.
     Resistance was useless, but Officer Connor begged the crowd to allow him to proceed to the jail and let the law take its course. Before he ceased speaking both he and Officer Flynt were pulled out of the buggy, their places were taken by two of the most fearless of the mob and amid triumphant shouts the party hastily left the city.
     They proceeded out to the western suburbs and hanged him on the same limb on which Oscar Williams was hanged July 22, 1897, for assaulting a little six-year-old girl in Clayton county.
     After placing the rope around Meadows' neck he confessed to the crime and his body was pulled up several feet from the ground and completely riddled with bullets.
     After making sure their work was well done the crowd quietly left the scene and returned to their homes.
     This makes the third lynching to occur in Griffin within the last two years and each time the crime was committed in some other county than Spalding.
     In a red hot charge to the grand jury Judge Beck said: "Within about two years three negroes have been lynched in this county a county that could justly boast of its progress along all the avenues of civilization. In neither case has the crime of which the negroes were lynched been committed in this county. Two had come from Henry and a third from Meriwether.
     Your attention is now called to the fact that to avenge the crimes committed in other counties a mob was collected on the streets of this town and on the roads of this county, and have ***, deliberately, defiantly committed willful and outrageous murder. There can be no question as to the nature of the offence committed by yesterday's mob it was awful, unholy, uncalled for murder.
     Your foreman tells me that you can finish your work today, but I say that you must stay here until you go to the bottom of this business. Stay until the end of the week, if necessary; stay next week, you can't finish during this, I will adjourn court in another county so as to hold this court in session.
     See to it that some man is punished for this shameful deed. See that Spalding county is not made the dumping ground for the criminals that other counties want lynched. See that other counties no longer look upon this as the shamble to which they lead brutes for the butcher.
     And I charge you now to lay aside all other works, stop all other business and ferret out the murderers. Indict every man who took part, directly or indirectly, in the work of the mob. Swear in twenty bailiffs, if you need them; send out hundreds of subpoenas. If necessary, close every store, every bank, and every office and bring their inmates before you to testify against the lynchers. The mob walked these streets and were seen; bring here the men who saw them and let them give the names.
     Send to Pike and Meriwether counties and bring witnesses. If any men on the grand jury can't enter heartily into this work, let him retire from the jury and let his name come out of the grand jury box."

Meadows, John William
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Dec1970
Natural Cause Ruled In Prison Death
     Mr. John William Meadows, 54, died unexpectedly Sunday morning in the Georgia Diagnostic and Classification Center in Butts County with his death being attributed to a heart attack.
     John Sherrell, Butts County Coroner, held an inquest Monday morning at 11:30 o'clock in the courthouse where it was ruled that death was attributed to natural causes. Coroner Sherrell said there was no suspicion of foul play involved but Georgia law states that an inquest must be held on any person dying in a penal institution.
     Mr. Sherrell said that evidence presented at the inquest indicated that Mr. Meadows had just finished leading the singing in the chapel at the Center and had sat down when the fatal seizure occurred. It was believed that he died immediately and was pronounced dead by Dr. Jack Newman, physician at the Center.
     Mr. Sherrell said that his body was released to the Horis Ward Funeral Home in Decatur for final funeral arrangements.

Meadows, Roscoe P.
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Mar 1993
     Roscoe P. Meadows, 82, of Toccoa, died Fri., March 19, at Mountain View Nursing Center in Clayton.
     Funeral services were held at Whitlock Mortuary Funeral Home. Interment was in the Confidence United Methodist Church Cemetery.
     Mr. Meadows was a retired manager of the WABCO Credit Union and an Army veteran of World War II.
     Survivors include wife Mamie Moss Meadows, daughter Beth Meadows Ketehum of Acworth and Paula Meadows King of La Fayette; brothers Tom Meadows of Campton, and G. W. Meadows and John Meadows-of Good Hope; sisters Mable Brown and Lucille Garrett of Monroe, Beatrice Briscoe of Jackson and Sara Kilgore of Social Circle; and five grandchildren.
     Whitlock Mortuary Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Meadows, Mittie
Jackson Progress Argus 13 May 1971
Mother Briscoe Died May 6th
     Mrs. Mittie Meadows, 84, of Good Hope, mother of Mrs. E. D. Briscoe of Jackson, died Thursday, May 6th, in Walton County Hospital in Monroe after suffering a stroke two weeks prior to her death.
     Mrs. Meadows was born in Jackson County on December 1, 1886 to Mr. and Mrs. George Batchelor, both of Jackson County. She was a member of Good Hope Christian Church.
     Funeral services were conducted Saturday afternoon at three o'clock at the Mt. Vernon Christian Church in Walton County with Rev. E. N. Anthony, a former pastor, and Rev. Kenneth Courts, pastor, officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery with E. L. Almand Funeral Home of Monroe in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Meadows is survived by her husband, O. R. Meadows of Good Hope; five daughters, Mrs. Mabel Brown, Mrs. Lewis Studdard, Mrs. Perry Garrett, Mrs. Jack Towler, all of Monroe, Mrs. E. D. Briscoe of Jackson; four sons, Paul Meadows of Toccoa, Tom Meadows of Monroe, John Meadows of Good Hope and G. W. Meadows of Good Hope; a large number of grandchildren and great grandchildren; several great-great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Meadows, Roscoe
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Aug 1977
Mr. Meadows Died Friday In Good Hope
     Funeral services for Mr. Roscoe Meadows, 94, of Good Hope, Georgia, the father of Mrs. Everett Briscoe of Jackson, were held Sunday afternoon at 3 p.m. at the Mt. Vernon Christian Church. The Rev. Kenneth Courts and Rev. Elmer Anthony officiated and interment was in the Mt. Vernon Christian Cemetery.
     Mr. Meadows died on Friday following a lengthy period of declining health.
     Survivors in addition to Mrs. Briscoe include daughters, Mrs. Mable Brown, Mrs. Perry Garrett, Mrs. Jack Towler, all of Monroe, and Mrs. Estelle Studdard, of Good Hope; sons, Mr. G. W. Meadows, and Mr. John Meadows, both of Good Hope, Mr. Paul Meadows, of Toccoa, and Mr. Tom Meadows, of Campton; sister, Mrs. Lizzie M. Batchelor, Monroe; 24 grandchildren, 35 great grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild.
     Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Caldwell and Cowan, of Covington.

Medders, Michell
Jackson Progress Argus 01Jul 1971
Graveside Rites for Medders Infant Tuesday
     The infant daughter, Michell Medders, of Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Royce Medders, died Saturday night at Sylvan Grove Hospital.
     Graveside services were held Tuesday morning at 11 o'clock at Jackson City Cemetery with the Rev. Larry Youngblood, pastor of Westside Baptist Church, officiating. Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
     The infant is survived by her mother, Mrs. Joy Carter Medders, Route 3, Jackson; and her father, Benjamin Royce Medders. Other survivors include a sister, Cheryl Renne Medders; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Carroll Carter of Lumber City; an aunt, Mrs. Russell Wood of Jackson.

Medley, Ruby Wells
Jackson Progress Argus 18 Jul 1984
     Mrs. Ruby Wells Medley, 69, of Warner Robins died Sunday in the Medical Center of Houston County.
     A native of Butts County, Mrs. Medley was the daughter of the late W. L. Wells and Mrs. Myrtice Hollifield Wells who survives.
     Other survivors include a sister, Carolyn Redman of Jackson; brother, Willie Wells of Jenkinsburg; several nieces and nephews.
     Services were held Tuesday at 3 p.m. in the chapel of Christopher- Smith Funeral Home in Warner Robins. Burial was in Magnolia Park Cemetery in Warner Robins.

Meister, Elizabeth Duke
Jackson Progress Argus 22 Oct 1980
Meister Rites Held October 11
     Mrs. Elizabeth Duke Meister, 57, of Leesport, Penn. died Saturday night, October, 11th, at the St. Joseph's Hospital in Reading, Penn. after an illness of several months.
She was a native of Jackson, the daughter of Mrs. Bessie Duke and the late Mr. Albert Duke, Sr. She graduated from Jackson High School in the class of 1941.
     She enlisted and served in the Signal Corps during World War II. She later married John R. Meister, of Leesport. She was employed by Wright's Corp. for 19 years where she was quality Control Manager.
     She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, a member of the Church Council and taught Sunday School. She was former president of Bern Elementary School Parent-Teacher Association and president of the Schuylkill Valley High School Lay Staff.
     She is survived by her husband; two sons, John D. of Enola, Penn. and Robert M. of Bernville, Penn.; a daughter, Mrs. Susan Langkamer, of Mount Penn.; three grandchildren, her mother, three brothers W. A. (Buster) Duke and Harold Duke of Jackson, Perry Duke of Griffin, one sister, Mrs. Frankie Kersey, of Jackson Lake, several aunts and uncles, nieces and nephews and a large number of cousins in this. county.
     Services were held in Trinity Lutheran Church in Leesport on Tuesday with her pastor, Rev. David Pleiger, officiating. Burial was in Leesport cemetery.
     
Melton, Brenda Ann Huff
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Mar 1978
Mrs. Melton Buried Tuesday At Jenkinsburg
     Mrs. Brenda Ann Huff Melton, 37, of 599 East College Street, died late Sunday afternoon at the Georgia Baptist Hospital in Atlanta where she had been a patient for the past several days.
     Mrs. Melton was born January 26, 1941 in Athens. She was a member of the Rock Baptist Church in Jenkinsburg.
     Survivors include her husband, William George Melton, Sr.: four sons, Eddie Martin Melton, William G. (Skipper) Melton, Jr., Michael Wayne Melton, Thomas Jason Melton, all of Jackson; one daughter, Miss Gina Gail Melton of Jackson; parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas E. Huff. Sr. of Jenkinsburg; one brother, Thomas E. Huff, Jr., Jackson; three sisters, Mrs. Joyce Cowan of Suwanee, Mrs. Gail Powell of Jackson, Mrs. Lynn Baughcum of Jenkinsburg; several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at 3:00 o'clock from the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with Rev. Eugene Maddox officiating. Interment was in the Jenkinsburg Cemetery with Sherrell Funeral Home in charge.
     Pallbearers were Leslie Powell, Dennis Tingle, Paul Collins. Bill Collins, Chip Nasworthy, Davis Wells.

Melton, Frederick D., Lt.
Jackson Progress Argus 26 Oct 1944
Lt. Fred Melton Killed October 3 Fighting Germans
     Griffin, Ga., Oct. 24 Lieutenant Frederick D. Melton of Griffin was killed in action in Germany October 3, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Quimby Melton, have been advised by the War Department.
     Melton left the University of Georgia the day he became 18 and enlisted in the Army. He was sent to Fort Riley, Kan., and after his basic training, to officers candidate school. He received his commission in April and was one of the youngest officers in the Army, being commissioned before he was 19 years old.
     He graduated from Baylor University, Chattanooga, Tenn., attended The Citadel, and then the University of Georgia. He has an older brother, Lieut. Oliver Quimby Melton Jr., who has been in New Guinea since last spring.
     His father is publisher of the Griffin Daily News.

Melton, Quimby, Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Jul 1977
Editor Quimby Melton Sr. Is Buried Sunday
     Funeral services for Mr. Quimby Melton, Sr., 86, long time publisher of the Griffin Daily News, were held Sunday afternoon at the First United Methodist Church at 4 p.m.
     The Rev. Lamar Cherry, pastor, officiated and interment was in the Oak Hill cemetery under the direction of Haisten Funeral Home.
     Mr. Melton, in declining health for years and a patient at The Living Center of Griffin, died Thursday evening at the Griffin-Spalding Hospital where he had been taken a day earlier.
     He purchased the Griffin Daily News in 1925 and, was its editor and publisher for many years. His son, Quimby Melton, Jr. returning from duty in the South Pacific during World War II, joined his father after the war as editor. .
     Born in Chepultepec, Ala., he was the son of Dr. and Mrs. Wrightman Fletcher Melton. Dr. Melton was a journalist, author, lecturer and at the time of his death in 1944, was Poet Laureate of Georgia.
     A graduate of Emory University, Mr. Melton had a varied career before coming to Griffin.
     He was office boy in the sports department of the Baltimore newspaper, a cub reporter for the Birmingham, Ala. Ledger, and a teacher and football coach at
Allen Academy, of Bryan, Texas, where he won the state championship.
     He was a former editor of the Americus Times-Recorder, city editor of the Atlanta Constitution, publisher of the Birmingham, Ala. Ledger and of the Florida Metropolis, which later became the Jacksonville Journal.
     During World War I, he served in France as a major and battalion commander in the First Division and was awarded the Silver Star.
     He was a member of the Griffin Exchange Club and its first Man-of-the-Year honoree, a long time member and teacher of the Men's Bible Class at the First United Methodist Church, and a Senior Vice Commander of the national American Legion.
     Mr. Melton and his late wife, the former Mary Ellen Davenport of Americus, had two sons, Lt. Fred Melton who was killed in Germany during World War II at the age of 21 and Quimby Melton, Jr., present editor-publisher of the Griffin Daily News.
     Four grandchildren survive, Quimby Melton III, of Fayetteville; Mrs. Mary Forhand, Lawrenceville; Miss Laura Melton, Athens, and Miss Leila Melton, Griffin.
     Pallbearers were Cary Reeves, Bill Knight, Ed Eschman, R. O. Linch, Bill Cody, Dr. Lamar King, Dr. H. L. Cochran, Otis Weaver, Sr., Frank Thomas, Bill Thomas, Lewis Thomas and Russell Smith. Honorary pallbearers were W . H. (Bill) Beck, Nathaniel Bailey and Leo Blackwell.
     The Men's Bible Class of the First United Methodist Church, Barnett-Harris Post 15 of American Legion, and the Exchange Club served as honorary escorts.

Menand, Annie Louise Coleman
Jackson Progress Argus 18 Apr 1990
     Annie Louise Coleman Menand of Houston, Tex., died Sunday, April 15, in Houston following a lengthy illness.
     The funeral was held Tuesday in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson, with Father Douglas Wynn officiating. Burial was in the Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mrs. Menand was born in Rex to the late Bernard Coleman and the late Sarah Cates Coleman. The former Barnesville resident was the widow of Robert Menand who died in 1972.
     Survivors include her daughter, Jacqueline Menand of Houston; grandchildren, Michael Jackson and Michelle Tengle, both of Houston; sisters, Tommie McCarty and Huelette Conkle, both of Atlanta; sister-in-law, Hazel Ridgeway Coleman of Barnesville;
and niece, Mrs. Carlnoted.
     Donations to the Cancer Crusade, checks made payable to the American Cancer Society, can be sent to: American Cancer Society, Butts County Unit, Mcintosh State Bank, Jackson, GA 30233.
     Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Mercer, Luke C.
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Nov 1990
     Luke C. Mercer, 84, of Juliette died Thursday, Nov. 22, at Hilltop Nursing Home.
     The funeral was held Nov 24 at East Juliette Baptist Church, with the Rev. Henry Brooks officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.
     Survivors include his children, Victor Mercer, Herbert Mercer, Francis Gunn and Florence Bohanan of Jackson, James (Billy) Mercer, Marion Mercer, and Chester Mercer; 16 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren.
     Andrew A. Dillon and Son Funeral Home in Forsyth was in charge of arrangements.
          
Merck, T. M., Dr.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus March 24, 1922
Death Of Dr. T. M. Merck Occurred In Gainesville.
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Merck sympathize with them in the recent death of Mrs. Merck's father, Dr. W. M. Merck, of Gainesville. He had been ill for some time, Mrs. Merck having been summoned to his bedside. Dr. Merck was one of the leading physicians and most prominent citizen of Gainesville. Besides Mrs. Merck, he is survived by several other sons and daughters.

Merck, W. E.
Jackson Progress-Argus 18 Sep 1941
W. E. Merck Dies of Heart Attack
Former Superintendent of Jackson Water and Light Department. Helped Promote Jackson Ice Factory.
     The death of W. E. Merck, 65, former superintendent of the Jackson water and light department and one of the founders and the first superintendent of the Jackson Ice factory, occurred in a Macon hotel Saturday afternoon and resulted from a heart attack.
     He first came to Jackson about 1914 and resided in the city for several years. Later he resigned his connection as head of the water and light department to accept a similar connection in Monroe, Ga. After serving there for sometime he returned to Jackson and assisted in organizing the Jackson Ice Corporation and was the first superintendent. Upon resigning that position he became traveling salesman for the York Ice Machinery Company. He was helping install ice refrigeration at the Proctor and Gamble plant in Macon when stricken.
     While a resident of Jackson Mr. Merck was active in religious and civic affairs, having been a charter member of the Jackson Kiwanis club. Mrs. Merck is remember as a talented singer. They had many friends n Jackson who were grieved to learn of his death. He was a member of the First Baptist church of Jackson. Mr. Merck was a native of Gainesville.
     Surviving are his wife and one son, William Edgar Merck of, Charlotte, N. C.; a daughter, Mrs. Andrew L. Lovelace, Fort Payne, Ala.; sister, Miss Mattie Merck of Athens; two brothers, Frank and Harry Merck of Bishopville, S. C.; two grandchildren, Betty Anne Merck, Charlotte, N. C, and Thomas Andrew Lovelace, Fort Payne, Ala.
     Funeral services were held at Spring Hill at 2 o'clock Monday afternoon with Dr. Ellis A. Fuller officiating. Internment was in Greenwood cemetery.

Meredith, Aiken
  Butts County Progress February 14, 1913
Stark.
     Mr. Aiken Meredith, a highly respected young man, of near Cedar Rock, died at his home Wednesday and was buried at Macedonia Thursday. He was the youngest son of the late William Meredith. He spent the greater part of his younger here, where he had many friends.

Meredith, Ann Byars
  Butts County Progress December 8, 1911
Death of Mrs. Meredith
     At the age of 84, Mrs. Annie Meredith passed away Wednesday morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. W. J. Weaver, in Spalding county. Pneumonia was the cause of death. The funeral was held at the Byars cemetery at 1 o'clock Thursday.
     Mrs. Meredith is survived by two daughters, Mrs. M. A. Standard, of Atlanta, and Mrs. W. J. Weaver, of Griffin; one son, Mr. J. C. Meredith, of this city.

Meredith, David N.
Jackson Progress Argus 14 Feb 1966
David Meredith Buried Saturday At Macedonia
     Mr. David N. Meredith, 91, of 48 Main Street, Pepperton, died early. Thursday morning at Westbury Medical Care Home in Jenkinsburg following a period of declining health.
     Mr. Meredith was a native of Butts County, the son of Mr. William Meredith and Mrs. Mary Weaver Meredith. He was a retired textile worker and was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church. He was the widower of Mrs. Hassie Barnes Meredith.
     Funeral services were conducted Saturday afternoon at two o'clock from Pepperton Baptist Church with Rev. Theo. Terry, Rev. Wiley Cameron and Rev. Bill Thomas officiating. Interment was at Macedonia Baptist Church cemetery with arrangements by Haisten Funeral Home.
     Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Walter Loper of Warner Robins, Mrs. Frank Rosser of Jackson, Mrs. Otis Woods of Covington; two sons, William Meredith of Jackson and Levie Meredith of Griffin; two sisters, Mrs. Frannie Foster of Jackson and Mrs. Annie Standford of Griffin; 18 grandchildren, 53 great grandchildren, and six great great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Thomas Meredith, Elwood Meredith, Steve Meredith, Ricky Rosser, David Wood, and Horace Wise.
  
Meredith, David Wayne
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Dec 1980
Meredith Rites Held Friday
     Funeral services for David Wayne Meredith, 26, of 8410 Stonewall Jackson Drive, Jonesboro, were held Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock from Sherrell Funeral Home. The Rev. Charlie Howell officiated and interment was in the Pepperton cemetery.
     Mr. Meredith was pronounced dead on arrival Wednesday at the Clayton General Hospital, the victim of an apparent self-inflicted bullet wound.
     He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Elwood Meredith of Jonesboro and was a member of the Second Baptist Church. He was veteran of the U.S. Navy and was employed as a hair dresser.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Beverly Ann Meredith of Jonesboro; his parents; five sisters, Mrs. Joy Lawson, Mrs. Wanda Kahler, Miss Sandra Meredith, Miss Debra Meredith and Miss Janice Meredith, all of Jonesboro; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Norris and Mrs. Myrtice Meredith of Jackson; several aunts, uncles and cousins.
     Pallbearers were David Rice, Ken Pearl, Jackie Norsworthy, Mike Letson, William Barnes and Mike Waits.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Meredith, Deborah Jane
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Jul 1985
     Deborah Jane (Debbie) Meredith, 21, of 6859 Collier Way, Riverdale, died Friday night from injuries received in an automobile accident in DeKalb County. Daughter of Gwendolyn Norris Meredith of Hampton and the late Elwood Meredith. Miss Meredith was born in Plattsburg, N.Y. She lived most of her life in Jackson and Butts County where she attended the public schools for several years. She was a beautician and attended the Bonanza Church of Christ in Jonesboro.
     In addition to her mother Miss Meredifh is survived by four sisters, Joyce Lawson of Morrow, Wanda Kahler of Riverdale, Sandra Pline of Jonesboro, and Janice Meredith of Hampton; grandmothers, Fannie Norris of Stockbridge and Mertice Meredith of Jackson. Several nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles. and cousins also survive.
     The funeral was held Monday at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with the Rev. Floyd Carmack and the Rev. Lannie Smith officiating. Burial was in the Pepperton cemetery.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Meredith, Elwood
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Jul 1983
     Elwood Meredith, of 2229 Lanier Place, Morrow, died afternoon at Veterans Administration Hospital in Atlanta an illness of about three months.
     Mr. Meredith was born in Butts County, son of the late William Meredith and Mrs. Myrtice Hardy Meredith who survives. He was retired from the military and was employed by Sylvania Lighting Co. He was a member of the Second Baptist Church of Jackson.
     Mr. Meredith is survived by his wife, Gwendolyn Norris Meredith; daughters, Mrs. Joyce Lawson of Morrow, Mrs. Wanda Kahler of Riverdale, Mrs. Sandra Pline of Jonesboro, Miss Janice Meredith and Miss Debra Meredith of Jonesboro; mother, Mrs. Myrtice Meredith of Jenkinsburg; brothers, Glenn Meredith of Jackson, Thomas Meredith of Flovilla; sister, Mrs. Betty Savage of Flint, Mich. Eleven grandchildren, nieces and nephews also survive.
     Services will be held Thursday morning at 11 o'clock in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with the Rev. Floyd Carmack officiating. Burial will follow in the Pepperton Cemetery.
     Sherrell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Meredith, Ida Suzanna Weaver
Jackson Progress Argus 08 Jan 1942
Funeral Services Friday For Mrs. J. C. Meredith
     Graveside services were held at the Jackson cemetery Friday afternoon for Mrs. C. J. Meredith, former resident of Jackson, who died January 1 at the home of her daughter, Mrs. M. T. Wise, in Fort Valley. Burial was in the family lot.
     Funeral services were held at Fort Valley at 1 p.m., with the Rev. J. N. Peacock officiating.
     Mrs. Meredith was born and reared in Butts county and was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. William Weaver. She was the widow of J. C. Meredith, long active in the business affairs of Butts county, who died several years ago. For a time the family resided in Butts and Spalding counties.
     Surviving are three sons, Duke Meredith of Atlanta; Russell Meredith of Hudson, N. Y. Olin Meredith of Orlando, Fla.; three daughters, Mrs. M. T. Wise of Fort Valley; Mrs. Juel Meredith Gelders of Atlanta and Mrs. G. C. Patrick of Griffin; two sisters, Mrs. R. J. Banks of Atlanta and Mrs. J. R. Russell of Guntersville, Ala.

Meredith, James Albert
Middle Georgia Argus March 1, 1887
Two More Citizens Gone.
       We are called upon this week to note the death of two of this county's oldest citizens.
     On Wednesday night Mr. J. Bolden Clark died after a brief illness with pneumonia. His death was a surprise to many, as but few knew of his illness. He was a quiet, inoffensive, industrious gentleman, and an honored member of St. John's Lodge of F. & A. M. He leaves a wife and several grown children to mourn his loss. Again, on Saturday morning Mr. James A. Meredith breathed his last at his home in the Southern part of the county. Mr. Meredith had been suffering for several months with a complication of diseases, which resulted in his death at the time stated. He had long lives a citizen of Butts, and was one of the best industrial farmers. The Argus expresses to those bereaved families its sincere sympathy.

Meredith, James Carol
The Jackson Progress-Argus July 13 1923
Mr. J. C. Meredith Claimed By Death.
     Just before going to press The Progress-Argus was advised of the death of Mr. J. C. Meredith, former citizen of Jackson, which occurred at his home in Spalding county,
     The funeral arrangements will be announced later.

The Jackson Progress-Argus July 13, 1923
Mr. J. C. Merideth Claimed By Death.
     Just before going to press The Progress-Argus was advised of the death of Mr. J. C. Merideth, former resident of Jackson, which occurred Thursday morning at his home in Spalding county.
     The funeral arrangements will be announced later.

The Jackson Progress-Argus July 20, 1923
Mr. Merideth' Funeral Held Here Friday P. M.
     Funeral services for Mr. J. C. Merideth, aged 69, whose death occurred at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Grover C. Patrick, in Spalding county on July 12, were held at the First Baptist church in Jackson at 3 o'clock Friday afternoon. The services were in charge of Rev. C. C. Heard, of Locust Grove, assisted by Rev. Henry H. Jones, pastor of the Jackson Methodist church. Many relatives and friends were present for a last tribute, and beautiful floral offerings attested the esteem in which the deceased was held.
     The active and honorary pallbearers were: Messrs. John Parham, Walter Futral, J. B. Settle, S. M. Pope, J. C. Jones, C. L. Redman, J. H. McKibben, Z. T. Buttrill, T. R. Nutt, W. A. Newton, J. H. Ham.
     The body was laid to rest in the Jackson cemetery.
     Mr. Merideth was a former resident of Butts county and was well known and highly esteemed by scores of friends. He was born in Pike county in 1854 and had been engaged in farming and farm machinery business all his life. He was visiting his daughter, Mrs. Patrick, when he became ill the past week. He had not been in robust health for several years.
     Mr. Merideth was a member of the Jackson Methodist church.
     Surviving Mr. Merideth are his wife, who was Miss Ida Weaver before her marriage; three sons, Mr. J. R. Merideth, of Barnesville, Duke Merideth, of Atlanta, and F. O. Merideth, of Rome; five daughters, Mrs. M. T. Wise, Fort Valley, Mrs. V. L. Harris, Pinehurst, Mrs. Grover Patrick, Griffin, Misses Eloise and Juel Merideth, Atlanta.
  
Meredith, John Russell
  Jackson Progress Argus 30 Sep 1965
J. R. Meredith, Butts Native, Dies in New York
     Friends and relatives in Jackson and Butts County were shocked to learn of the death of Mr. J. Russell Meredith on Saturday, September 25th, in Claverack, New York.
     Mr. Meredith suffered a heart attack in August but had shown great improvement and was able to leave the hospital. However, he developed pneumonia and a stroke afterwards.
     Born and reared in Butts County, Mr. Meredith was a successful farmer and saw miller. He was the son of the late Mr. J. C. Meredith and Mrs. Ida Weaver Meredith, pioneer settlers of Butts County. Funeral services and interment for Mr. Meredith were held Sunday afternoon at two o'clock at Claverack, N. Y.
     Mr. Meredith is survived by his wife, the former Miss Maggie Gilmore; two sons, Richard Meredith of Philadelphia, Pa., and Palmer Meredith of Tenafly, New Jersey; two sisters, Mrs. Alberta Patrlck of Locust Grove and Mrs. Jewel Furlow of Atlanta; two brothers, Duke Meredith of Atlanta and Olin Meredith of Florida; three grandchildren.

Meredith, Levie Oscar
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Nov 1988
     Levie Oscar Meredith, 84, of 720 Tomichichi Road, Griffin, died Monday at his residence.
     A graveside funeral was held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at Macedonia Baptist Church in Butts County with the Rev. Rick Veal officiating.
     Mr. Meredith was born in Henry .County, son of Dave Meredith and Hassie Barnes Meredith.
     Survivors include three sons, Steve and J. B. Meredith, both of Griffin, and Richard Meredith of Jackson; daughters, Bernice McClendon of Locust Grove, Janie Thompson of Jackson, and June Malone of Williamson; sister, Annie Lou Rosser of Jackson; 16 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Meredith, Lorene
Jackson Progress Argus 07 Jul 1938
Little Girl Dies Of Week's Illness
     Mr. and Mrs. William Meredith and family have the. sympathy of friends in the death of their eight-year-old daughter, Lorene, which occurred at the Strickland Memorial hospital in Griffin Wednesday afternoon. She died after a week's illness of a disease said to have been aggravated by the extraction of a tooth.
     Member of the third grade in the Pepperton school, Lorene was a bright and attractive child and her death is mourned by a host of friends.,
     She is survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Meredith; a sister, Betty Ruth; two brothers, Elwood and Glenn; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. D. N. Meredith and Mr. and Mrs. Troy Hardy.
     Funeral services were to be held Thursday afternoon, with arrangements to be announced later by S. H. Thornton, funeral director in charge

Meredith, Mabel Hardy
Jackson Progress Argus 31 Aug 1944
Macedonia Rites Sunday For Mrs. Meredith
     The death of Mrs. Mabel Meredith, 37 years of age, wife of Levi Meredith of Pepperton, occurred at her home at 3:30 Saturday morning after an illness of several weeks.
     The former Miss Mabel Hardy, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Troy Hardy, she was born and reared in Butts county and had resided in Pepperton for several years. She was a member of Macedonia church and was esteemed by a wide circle of friends.
     Funeral services were held at Macedonia church Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock. The pastor, Rev. L. H. Amason, officiated. The pallbearers were J. L. Byars, James Byrds, Robert Shawn, Willie Byrd, Frank Ross, Tom Dickerson.
     Burial was in the churchyard with Thornton Funeral Homes in charge of plans.
     Survivors are her husband and parents; six children, Richard, Bernard, Janie, Steve, J. B. and June Meredith; six sisters. Mrs. T. J. Moss of Atlanta; Mrs. W. N. Meredith of Jackson; Mrs. Hugh DeBuse, Atlanta.
     Mrs. H. R. Spencer, Eugene, Oregon; Mrs. H. A. Cochran of Macon and Miss Virginia Hardy of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; two brothers, S. D. Hardy of Ohio and Raymond L. Hardy, United States Navy.

Meredith, Maggie Leola Gilmore
Jackson Progress Argus 01 Aug 1968
Mrs. Meredith, Former Resident, Passes July 20
     Friends in this area regret to learn of the death July 20th of Mrs. Russell Meredith of Claverack, New York.
     Mrs. Meredith will be remembered as the former Miss Maggie Gilmore before her marriage, the oldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. F. Gilmore of Jackson. She spent her childhood days here and graduated from Jackson High School.
     Mrs. Meredith is survived by two sons, Richard Meredith of Philadelphia, Pa., and Palmer Meredith of Tenafly, N. J.; one grandson and two granddaughters; four sisters, Mrs. Lucy Gossett of Greenville, S. C., Mrs. Roy Warren of Atlanta, Mrs. Ralph Garr and Mrs. Paul Maddox of Jackson; two brothers, George and Joe Gilmore, also of Jackson.
     Mrs. Paul Maddox and Mrs. Roy Warren attended funeral services for their sister in Claverack, N. Y.

Meredith, Mary Ann Emeline Aiken
The Jacksonian March 29, 1907
Death Of Mrs. Wm. Meredith
     Funeral services were held over the remains of Mrs. Wm. Meredith at Macedonia Saturday, Rev. W. O. Sharp officiating. Mrs. Meredith was very old having passed her eightieth year, and was noted for her piety and usefulness.

The Jacksonian April 19, 1907 (Excerpt)
In Loving Remembrance.
     Of Mrs. Meredith, who died at her home near Stark, the twenty-second day of March. It was sad to give her up, but just to think she has gone to rest beyond the skies. She was loved by all who knew her. She lived a Christian life, was ready to help when ever she was called. Loved ones just remember the words she spoke, "I am ready to die." It is sad to give her up but remember the good deeds she has done in the past.
     Mrs. Meredith joined the church when she was eighteen, and has lived up to the time of her death, a good, kind, helpful and useful woman. She lived to be eighty-four years, eight months and eight days old. Oh how sad it is to part with her, but live a Christian life and meet her someday beyond the skies. She leaves three daughters, several grand-children and other relatives to mourn her loss.

Meredith, Mary C Weaver
  Butts County Progress March 29, 1912
Mrs. Mollie Meredith Passes Away Tuesday
     Mrs. Mollie Meredith, widow of the late William Meredith, died Tuesday afternoon at the home of her son near Cedar Rock. She was sick but one day.
Mrs. Meredith, who was about 50 years of age, is survived by three sons, A., Dave and Will Meredith and two daughters.
     The funeral was held at Macedonia Wednesday at 11 o'clock.
     The family have sincere sympathy in their bereavement.

Meredith, Myrtice Hardy
Jackson Progress Argus 01 Jun 1988
     Myrtice Hardy Meredith, 87, a lifelong resident of East Jackson, died May 25 at Sylvian Grove Hospital.
     The funeral was held Saturday at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with the Rev. Maxie Threatt officiating. Burial was in the Macedonia Baptist Church cemetery.
     Mrs. Meredith was the daughter of Troy Hardy and Lillie Lummus Hardy and the widow of William Meredith.
     She was retired from Avondale Mills and was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church.
     Survivors include two sons, Glenn Meredith of Jackson and Thomas Meredith of Flovilla; daughter, Betty Savage of Flint, Mich.; brothers, Sherrod Hardy of Forsyth and Raymond Hardy of Thomaston; sisters, Ruth Moss of Jackson, Virginia Dubois of Dunwoody, Avis Cochran of Cochran, and Evelyn Spencer of St. Petersburg, Fla.; 16 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
     
Meredith, Permelia Hasseltine Barnes
Jackson Progress-Argus, January 8, 1948.
Services Tuesday for Mrs. Meredith.
     Mrs. D. N. Meredith, 75 years of age, died at midnight Sunday at her home in Pepperton after a critical illness of a few days and a long period of declining health.
     Born in the Peeksville community, she was a daughter of William (Button) Barnes and Mrs. Martha Preston Barnes. The family has resided at Pepperton for several years where Mrs. Meredith was esteemed by a wide circle of friends. She was a member of the Macedonia church.
     Survivors are her husband and three daughters, Mrs. Lillie Wood of Porterdale; Mrs. Walter Loper and Mrs. Annie Lou Rosser of Jackson; two sons, William Meredith and Levi Meredith of Jackson; four brothers, W. A. and Oscar Barnes of Jackson; Levi Barnes of Porterdale and Clause Barnes of McDonough.
     Funeral services were held at Macedonia church at 3 p.m. Tuesday and Rev. R. G. Hartman, pastor, and Rev. L. L. Minton officiated. The pallbearers were Thomas Meredith, Roscoe Wise, Horace Wise, David Lee Wood, Pete Barnes and John Robert Hoard.
     Burial was in the church cemetery and Thornton Funeral Home was in charge of plans.

Meredith, Taylor Osbourne
  Butts County Progress May 31, 1912
Taylor Meredith Died Suddenly.
Fall from Bicycle brings about serious complications.
     After but a few days illness, Taylor, the ten year old son of Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Meredith of this city died in Atlanta Saturday afternoon at 6 o'clock.
     One day last week he fell from his bicycle on an uptown street, receiving a hard fall. He is said to have fallen on a brick, his bicycle on top of him causing a painful injury in his side. Other complications resulted and Saturday morning he was taken to Atlanta for an operation. This was performed during the day at a private sanitarium.
     The remains were brought to Jackson Sunday. The funeral was held Monday morning at 10 o'clock from the Methodist church, the services being conducted by Rev, M. S. Williams. Interment was in the City Cemetery.
     The circumstances surrounding the death of this boy are particularly sad. He was very popular with his schoolmates and all his companions and was a bright manly little fellow of great promise. His death caused general regret throughout the city and came as a severe blow to the members of his family.
     Surviving the deceased are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Meredith, three brothers, Messrs. Russell, Duke, and Olin Meredith; four sisters, Mrs. Grover Patrick of Griffin, Mrs. V. L. Harris, Misses Eloise and Ocie Jewel Meredith.
     The family have the sympathy of many friends in their bereavement.

Merideth, William A.
  Middle Georgia Argus November 22, 1887
Bethel
     Mr. William Merideth died on the 9th inst. of typhoid fever. Mr. Merideth was a good neighbor, good citizen, an affectionate, loving and dutiful husband and father. He leaves a wife and several children to mourn his loss. They have our sympathies and prayer in this sad bereavement.

Meredith, William A.
  The Jackson Argus February 7, 1913
Death of W. A. Meredith.
     William A. Meredith died at the home of Mr. Taylor, near Cedar Rock, Wednesday, and was buried Thursday at Macedonia. Rex. James Bradley conducted the services at 11 o'clock.

Butts County Progress February 7, 1913
Mr. W. A. Meredith Died Of Pneumonia Wednesday.
     Mr. W. A. Meredith, aged 29, one of the most highly respected young men in the county, died at his home near Jackson Wednesday morning of pneumonia. The funeral was held Thursday at 11 at Macedonia, where his mother, Mrs. Mollie Meredith was buried last March. He is survived by two brothers, Messrs. Dave and Will Meredith, two sisters, Mrs. Obe Stanford and Mrs. Jack Taylor, and numerous relatives.
     In their bereavement the family have the sympathy of many friends.

Meredith, William Mick, Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 22 Jan 1970
Wm. M. Meredith Died at Atlanta Thursday
     William Mick Meredith Sr., 69, of 885 Briarcliff Road, N. E., Atlanta, died Thursday afternoon at his residence.
     Mr. Meredith, a retired carpenter, was born in Butts County, the son of the late Mr. William E. Meredith and Mrs. Sally Cornwell Meredith, who survives.
     Funeral services were held Saturday morning at eleven o'clock in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Horne with Rev. Don Folsom, pastor of the First Baptist Church in Jackson, officiating. Interment was in Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Horne in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Meredith is survived, in addition to his mother, Mrs. Sally Cornwell Meredith, by two sons, William M. Meredith Jr. of Forest Park, Tony Meredith of Atlanta; one brother, Johnny Meredith of Jackson; a step-daughter, Mrs. Jeanelle Byars of Jackson; a granddaughter.
     Pallbearers were Dick Pope, James Ward, Dawson Bryant, Morris Williams, Dr. Roy Goff, Banks Weaver.

Merkl, Emma Kay Welch
Jackson Progress Argus 02 Dec 1987
     Emma Kay Welch Merkl, 81, of Fayetteville, died, Friday evening at the Griffin - Spalding Hospital.
     The funeral was held Sunday at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson with the Rev. Stephen Harii officiating. Burial was in the Cedar Rock Cemetery in Butts County.
     Mrs. Merkl was born in Butts County, daughter of Ressie F. and Zipporah Welch.
     Before retiring and moving to Fayetteville, she and her husband lived in Atlanta, Washington, D.C., and Jacksonville, Fla. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Jacksonville.
     Survivors include her husband, Frank M. Merkl; son and daughter-in-law Alvin H. and Helen Merkl of Decatur; grandchildren, Lynda and Wayne Price of Oakwood, Ga., Kenneth H. Merkl of Decatur, Judy and Steve Jaggears of Duluth, and Bradley A. Merkl of Atlanta; great-grandson, James Arthur Price of Oakwood; several nephews and nieces.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Merkl, Frank Morris, Ret. Lt. Col.
Jackson Progress Argus 21 Sep 88
     Ret. Lt. Col. Frank Morris Merkl, 89, of 2431 Highway 92, Fayetteville, died Sunday afternoon at the Griffin-Spalding Hospital.
     The funeral was held Wednesday at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home. A graveside service, with full military honors, was conducted at Cedar Rock Cemetery in Butts County.
     Mr. Merkl was a native of Lincoln, Ala. He graduated from the University of Alabama in 1922 with a bachelor of science degree in electrical engineering. He served in the Army during World War I and World War II, when he was called up from the Army Reserves. He retired from the Army Reserves as a lieutenant colonel.
     For more than 30 years, Mr. Merkl was associated with the Western Electric Co. and later Southern Bell from which he retired as a supervising engineer.
     He was a member of the Telephone Pioneers. Col. Merkl's wife, Emma Kay Welch Merkl, a native of Butts County, died in November 1987.
     Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Alvin and Helen Merkl of Decatur; grandchildren, Lynda and Wayne Price of Oakwood, Ga., Judy and Steve Jaggers of Duluth, and Bradley A. Merkl of Atlanta; great-grandson, James Arthur Price of Oakwood; sister, Lorraine Aired of Lincoln, Ala.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.
     
Merritt, Mrs.
  The Jackson Argus May 15, 1908
     The friends of Mrs. Mary Bailey and Mr. Will Merritt will sympathize with them in the death of their mother. She had been quite ill for some time at her home in Locust Grove, and her death occurred there Sunday.

Merritt, Bertha Ryals
Jackson Progress-Argus Feb 8, 1940
Mrs. J. T. Merritt Claimed by Death
     Mrs. J. T. Merritt, 68 years of age, postmaster at Jenkinsburg, died at her home at 6:30 a. m. Saturday after an illness of only a few days. She was one of the county's best known residents and her death caused sorrow to a large circle of friends.
     Born Miss Bertha Ryals, she was a native of Bleckley county and resided at Cochran until her marriage. She was the widow of the late Mr. J. T Merritt and had resided in Butts county for a long number of years. She filled the position of postmaster efficiently and had been reappointed to the place under several administrations. She was a member of the Methodist church.
     Funeral services were held at the Jenkinsburg Methodist church Sunday at 12 o'clock noon. The pastor, Rev. C. B. McKenzie officiated and burial was in the Jenkinsburg cemetery.
     She is survived by the following first cousins, the nearest surviving relatives, Mrs. J . W. Horne and Mrs. B. E. Marbutt, and J. W. Simons, all of Cochran.

Merritt, Edmund Robison
Jackson Progress Argus 14 Dec 1944
E. R. Merritt Buried Sunday At Jenkinsburg
     Graveside services for Edmund Robison Merritt, former well-known Butts Country farmer and businessman, who died in a Milledgeville hospital Friday night, were held at Jenkinsburg cemetery at 11:30 Sunday morning. Rev. T. Merritt Bailey of Macon officiated and burial was in the churchyard with Thornton Funeral Homes in charge of plans.
     Mr. Merritt's death followed a long illness.
     Born in Henry county he resided at Jenkinsburg for several years and spent most of his life in the community. He formerly operated one of the county's best farms and was also interested in ginning and warehouse plants. Several years ago he suffered injuries when caught in a gin belt and never completely regained his health.
     Survivors include a brother, W. H. Merritt, of Jackson; a sister, Mrs. M. J. Bailey, of Macon, and a nephew, Rev. T. Merritt Bailey, of Macon, and a niece, Mrs. F. Ernest Mackey of Lebanon, Ohio.

Merritt, John T.
Jackson Progress-Argus 8 July 1937
Mr. J. L Merritt Claimed By Death
     The death of Mr. J. T. Merritt, 60 years of age, former prominent resident of Jenkinsburg, occurred Saturday morning in Milledgeville.
     Mr. Merritt before his health failed was a well known farmer and business man of Jenkinsburg and was connected with a family prominent in the county's affairs. He was a member of the Jenkinsburg Methodist church.
     The body was taken to Jenkinsburg where funeral services were held at the Methodist church Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock, with Rev. A. D. Whittemore and Rev. J. B. Stodghill officiating. Interment was in the family lot in the churchyard, with S. H. Thornton in charge of arrangements.
     Surviving Mr. Merritt are his wife, postmaster at Jenkinsburg; a sister, Mrs. Mary Bailey, of Macon; two brothers, Mr. W. H. Merritt, of Jackson, and Mr. E. R. Merritt, of Forsyth; several nieces and nephews.

Merritt, Lola Jane Childs
  Butts County Progress May 1, 1914
Mrs. E. R. Merritt Passed To Reward
     After an illness of several weeks, Mrs. E. R. Merritt died at her home in Jenkinsburg Thursday afternoon of last week. Death was due to bronchial pneumonia.
     Mrs. Merritt was one of the most beloved women in the county and had a large circle of friends who were grieved at her passing. She was an excellent Christian character and her loss is regretted by all who knew her.
     Surviving Mrs. Merritt are her husband, Mr. E. R. Merritt, four brothers, Messrs. J. B., Charlie, Doc and Jim Childs. The deceased was about 40 years of age.
     The funeral was held Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock, the services being conducted by Rev. T. H. Vaughn. The pallbearers were Messrs. T. W. Moore, W. J. Bankston, J. J. Jenkins, Jim English, J. W. Mills and W. M. Glass. Interment was in the Jenkinsburg cemetery.

Butts County Progress May 1, 1914
Jenkinsburg
     On Thursday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock, April 24, 1914, the spirit of Mrs. E. R. Merritt took its flight to join the angels in that beautiful home above. She was a noble Christian woman and was loved by every one who knew her. It was hard to give her up but God new best.
     All was done for her that loving hands could do, but God said "It is enough, come up higher." He thought it best to take her from this world to a better home where parting is no more.
     The deceased leaves a husband, four brothers and a host of friends and relatives to morn her loss. The entire family have the sympathy of many friends during their sad hours of bereavement.
     The funeral services were conducted by one of her former pastors, Rev. T. H. Vaughn, of nearby Forsyth. Her body was laid to rest Friday afternoon at four o'clock in the cemetery at Jenkinsburg Methodist church.

Merritt, J. R., Mrs.
  Butts County Progress May 14, 1908
     The friends of Mrs. Bailey and Mr. W. C. Merritt sympathize with them in the death of their mother, Mrs. J. R. Merritt who died at Locust Grove on Sunday morning.
  
Merritt, Mary Jane Strickland
Jackson Progress-Argus 26 Jun 1936
Mrs. W. H. Merritt passed at home here
Prominent Jackson Resident Passed Away June I8 after Short Illness. Was Widely Beloved.
     The death of Mrs. William H. Merritt, prominent and beloved resident of Jackson, occurred at her home on East Third street Thursday morning of last week. Long in declining health, her Iast illness lasted only a week. The passing of this beloved woman came as shock to a wide circle of friends here and elsewhere in the state.
     Mrs. Merritt, who previous to her marriage was Miss Mary Jane Strickland, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Thomas Strickland, of Spalding county, was born August 30, 1879. She was connected with families well known in middle Georgia. Following a residence in Covington and Monticello, where her husband was formerly engaged in business, Mrs. Merritt had resided in Jackson for the past thirty years. During that time she had made a host of friends and was esteemed for her many estimable traits of character. She was a member of the First Baptist church of Jackson and showed much interest in religious activities.
     Funeral services were held from the home Friday afternoon at 4 o'clock, with her Pastor, Rev. R. B. Harrison, assisted by Rev. R. P. Etheridge of the Jackson Methodist church, officiating. Lovely floral offerings attested the love of relatives, friends and organizations. Active pallbearers were Duvall Patrick, Taylor Patrick, Elwyn Patrick, J. T. Moore, Jr., Candler Webb and Jack Bell. The honorary pallbearers were Elwood Robison, Robert Carmichael, Reece McMurry, Col. J. Threatt Moore, T. A. Nutt and J. H. Patrick. Interment was in the Jackson cemetery.
     Mrs. Merritt is survived, by her husband former well known business man; two sons, Mr. W. S. Merritt, of Atlanta, and Mr. Dan Merritt, of Jackson; four daughters, Mrs. J. W McCraney, of Leeds, Ala.; Misses Elizabeth, Merle and Lucy Evelyn Merritt; two sisters, Mrs. J. J. Henley, Eastman; Mrs. J. F. DuPree, Griffin; four brothers, T. E. Strickland, and W. H. Strickland, Griffin W. Strickland, McDonough and B. H. Strickland, Luella. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Merritt, Stewart
Jackson Progress Argus 30 Oct 1931
Mr. Stewart Merritt Dies in Atlanta Home
     Relatives and friends here were sorry to learn of the death of Mr. Stewart Merritt, aged 51, which occurred in Atlanta Tuesday morning. Mr. Merritt was found burned to death in a vacant lot, in the rear of 140 Decatur street.
     He was a native of Henry county but had been a resident of Atlanta for several years. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Essie Merritt; three brothers , Messrs. W. H. and E. R. Merritt, of Jackson, and J. T. Merritt, of Jenkinsburg, and a sister, Mrs. M. J. Bailey, of Macon.
     Funeral services were conducted by Rev. T. Merritt Bailey, of Macon, at the chapel of Harry G. Poole Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock and interment was in West View cemetery.

Merritt, William Henry (Bill)
  Jackson Progress Argus 30 Sep 1965
W. H. Merritt Succumbs At Home Monday
     Mr. William Henry (Bill) Merritt, 94, one of the county's oldest men and most widely known citizens, died at his residence on East Third Street early Monday morning following a brief indisposition. Although enfeebled by the infirmities of age, he had remained active and in his accustomed health until stricken by the fatal illness last week.
     Born in Henry County, Mr. Merritt was the son of Mr. John Robert Merritt and Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Gresham Merritt, natives of Henry County. He was a retired men's clothing salesman, having been employed at Etheridge-Smith Company for 18 or 19 years. Mr. Merritt was a former councilman for the City of Jackson and was a member of the Jackson Methodist Church. He was an ardent fisherman and despite advancing years continued his avocation until a few years ago.
     Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at three o'clock from Haisten's Chapel with the Rev. Ray Dunahoo, pastor of the Jackson Methodist Church, Rev. Robert L. Thompson, pastor of the First Baptist Church, and Mr. T. M. Bailey, officiating. Interment was in Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Merritt is survived by four daughters, Mrs. John W. McCraney, Leeds, Ala.; Mrs. L. C. Webb, Jackson; Mrs. Fred Saunders, Louisville, Ky.; Mrs. Robert Barnett, Alpharetta; two sons, W. S. Merritt, Decatur; Dan E. Merritt, Oakland, Calif.; nine grandchildren; three great grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were Wayne Barnes, Otis Stephens, P. H. Weaver, J. L. (Bill) Garr, John L. Coleman, Roy Prosser.

Meschievitz, Jimmie Elizabeth Alford
Jackson Progress-Argus, July 4, 1963
Sister of Mrs. Pitts Died in Wisconsin
     Funeral services were conducted June 24 in Cable, Wisconsin from St. Ann's Catholic Church for Mrs. Jimmie Elizabeth Alford Meshievitz, 46, sister of Mrs. Gaye Pitts of Indian Springs. She was the wife of Mr. Anthony Meschivitz of Cable, Wisconsin.
     Mrs. Meschievitz fied June 19 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Ashland following a long illness. A Rosary was said at the funeral home in Ashland on June 23.
     In addition to Mrs. Pitts, she is survived by her husband, one daughter, one son, another sister, four brothers, several nieces and nephews.

Metzger, Ernest
Jackson Progress-Argus, January 30, 1947.
Ernest Metzger Victim of Heart Attack Saturday.
     Butts county relatives and friends of Mr. And Mrs. Ernst Metzger of Darlington, S. C. were sorry to learn of the death of Mr. Metzger which occurred Saturday as the result of a heart attack. Mrs. Metzger is the former Miss Nelle Hendrick, daughter of Mrs. Ida Hendrick.
     For several years Mr. Metzger had been connected with textile plants in South Carolina. He is survived by a wife and a daughter who resides in Chicago and a son, Carl Metzger of Darlington; a brother in law, L. H. Hendrick, Springfield, Ill.
     Funeral services were held in Darlington Monday afternoon.

Metzger, Nell Hendrick
Jackson Progress Argus 04 Sep 1975
Mrs. Metzger Passes In Darlington
     Mrs. Nell H. Metzger, 83, of Darlington, South Carolina, died Monday, August 25th, in
a Darlington hospital after a short illness.
     Mrs. Metzger, the former Nell Hendrick, was born in Jackson, the daughter of the late Mr. Meade L. Hendrick and the late Mrs. Ida McKibben Hendrick. She married Ernest W. Metzger who preceded her in death in 1947.
     She had lived in Darlington for over 30 years and had been librarian of the Darlington Public Library for 20 years when she retired in 1967. She was a member of the First Baptist Church Of Darlington.
     Funeral services were held Wednesday, August 27th, at 5 o'clock at Kistler Funeral Home with Rev. Charles Wafford and Rev. William S. Jones officiating. Interment was in Grove Hill Cemetery.
     Mrs. Metzger is survived by one son, Carl E. Metzger of Easley, S. C.; and one daughter, Mrs. Robert A. (Catherine) Waters of Grosse Pointe, Michigan; three grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
     The family suggests that friends may prefer to send memorials to the Bethea Baptist Home.

Middlebrooks, Abraham Lincoln
Jackson Progress Argus, June 7, 1945
A. L. Middlebrooks, Respected Colored Man, Died May 30
     Abraham Lincoln Middlebrooks, aged 82, respected colored citizen of Towaliga community, died May 30 as the result of a stroke of paralysis. Funeral services were held Sunday at County Line Baptist church of which he was a member.
     For more than fifty years Middlebrooks had owned his own home and farm and was noted for his industry and thrift. He was held in high esteem buy white friends who were acquainted with this good qualitites.
     He is survived by his wife, Nannie, who was a daughter of Dan Jester.

Middlebrooks, Alf
  Butts County Progress August 16, 1912
White Man Kills Insolent Negro.
Powell Hodges shoots Alf Middlebrooks and is found justifiable.
     Alf Middlebrooks, a negro, was killed by Powell Hodges on S. K. Smith's place, last Saturday morning.
     Coroner Adams summoned a jury to investigate the killing and it was found to be a case of justifiable homicide and Mr. Hodges was not held.
     It appears that Middlebrooks had a dog that bit some of Mr. Hodges' children. He sent the black word to either kill or keep the dog confined. When the dog appeared at the Hodges home Saturday morning and again attacked the children, Mr. Hodges went to Middlebrooks' place, nearby, and not finding him at home left word with his wife that some disposition would have to be made of the dog.
     Upon returning home Middlebrooks; wife told him what Mr. Hodges had said about the dog. This angered the negro who went to Mr. Hodges' home and began to abuse him and became so violent and threatening that Mr. Hodges was forced to kill the negro to protect himself and family.

Middlebrooks, Annie Laurie
  The Jackson Progress-Argus July 9, 1920
Death Of Little Girl Occurred Last Friday.
     In the death of their seven-months-old daughter, Annie Laurie, which occurred at an Atlanta hospital Friday morning at 11:45 o'clock, Mr. and Mrs. L. P. Middlebrooks have the sympathy of their hosts of friends. The little one had been ill for three weeks and was taken to Atlanta for treatment the past week. She suffered from a complication of diseases and the most skilled physicians and nurses were unable to save or prolong her life.
     The body was brought to Jackson and the funeral was held at the home of Mr. J. B. Carter Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock, with Rev. I. G. Walker officiating. The body was laid to rest in the Jackson cemetery.
     Surviving the little girl, who was a general favorite with all who knew her, are her parents, Mr. and Mrs. L. P. Middlebrooks; one brother, Milton; her grandfather, Mr. J. S. Carter; her grandmother, Mrs. M. F. Middlebrooks, of Barnesville.

Middlebrooks, Annie Laurie Carter
Jackson Progress Argus Feb 1974
Native Passes In Lakeland, Fla.
     Mrs. Annie L. Carter Middlebrooks, 85, of 420 North Vermont Avenue, Lakeland, Florida, died Thursday morning, January 17, in a Lakeland nursing home after an illness of about five years.
     She is a native of Butts County, the daughter of the late Mr. John Carter and Mrs. Nancy Washington Carter of Butts County.
     She and her husband, the late Isaac Payne Middlebrooks, moved to Lakeland, Florida in 1924. She was a member of the ,Lakeland Baptist Church.
     Graveside services were held Saturday, January 19th, at 2:30 o'clock at the Jackson City Cemetery, with the Rev. Don Folsom, pastor of the First Baptist Church of Jackson, officiating. Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Middlebrooks is survived by nieces and nephews, among those being John Earl Duke of Griffin; Mrs. R. H. Holsenbeck and Mrs. R. E. Ayers, both of Austell; Mrs. Roy LeCraw, of Atlanta; and Robert Carter of Moultrie.

Middlebrooks, Barlow
  Middle Georgia Argus March 23, 1886
     Mr. Barlow Middlebrooks, while out fox hunting in Spalding county on last Wednesday fell and died in three minutes.
  
Middlebrooks, Clifford B.
Jackson Progress Argus 27 Apr 1988
     Clifford B. Middlebrooks, 81, of Thomaston died Thursday at the Upson County Hospital.
     The funeral was held Monday at 3 p.m. at, Pine Grove Baptist Church, in Yatesville with the Rev. A. Davis officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.
     A native of Upson County, Mrs. Middlebrooks was a retired domestic worker and a member of Pine Grove Baptist Church.
     Survivors include eight daughters, , Georgia Jones, Ruby Lee Andrews, Mattie Stephens, Hattie Womble, Inez Middlebrooks, and Minnie Ruth Kendall, all of Thomaston and Odel Middlebrooks of Jackson; sons, Bennie Middlebrooks of Thomasville, Charles Middlebrooks of Yatesville; and Pruitt Middlebrooks of California; 26 Grandchildren; 28 great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild.
Middlebrooks, Ethyl
Jackson Progress Argus Aug 1980
Middlebrooks Rites Held Wednesday
     Mrs. Funeral services for Mrs. J. W. (Ethyl) Middlebrooks of Locust Grove were held Wednesday, July 16th, at 4 p.m. from the Carmichael Chapel in McDonough. The Rev. Mendum officiated and interment was in the Locust Grove cemetery.
     Mrs. Middlebrooks is survived by a daughter, Mrs. James H. (Shirlyn) Whiten of Locust Grove; two grandchildren, James H. Whiten, Jr. and Miss Marion Jo Whiten, both of Locust Grove; several nieces and nephews.

Middlebrooks, James Milton
  The Jackson Progress-Argus September 5, 1924
Milton Middlebrooks Summoned By Death.
     Many friends of Mr. and Mrs. L. Middlebrooks, of Hanes City, Fla., were shocked to learn of the death of their nine-year-old son, Milton, which occurred Saturday morning at a hospital in Orlando, Fla. Death followed an operation for appendicitis.
     Mr. and Mrs. Middlebrooks formerly resided in Jackson and have hosts of friends here who sympathize with them deeply in their great loss. Milton attended the Jackson schools until the past year when the family moved to Florida to reside. Despite the fact that the lad had never been robust, he was a bright manly little fellow and by his schoolmates and associates was held in the most affectionate esteem. Mr. and Mrs. Middlebrooks suffered the loss of their only daughter about three years ago.
     The body was brought to Jackson Monday morning and carried to the home of Mrs. Middlebrook's father, Mr. J. S. Carter. Funeral services were held at the First Baptist church at 11 o'clock, with Rev. J. S. Hartsfield officiating. Lovely floral offerings attested the esteem of many friends. Interment was in the Jackson city cemetery.
     The little boy is survived by his father and mother and his grandfather, Mr. J. S. Carter, of Jackson.

Middlebrooks, Joe
  The Jackson Progress-Argus May 5, 1922
Two Negro Men Drown In River.
Boat Capsized When In Middle Of Stream. One Of The Party Managed To Get To Shore. Body Recovered.
     When the boat in which they were rowing capsized in water estimated to be from 75 to 100 feet deep, near Bermuda Bottoms on the pond of the Central Georgia Power Company, Charlie Greer and Joe Middlebrooks, colored, were drowned Saturday afternoon. The third member of the party, Oscar Greer, managed to cling to the overturned boat and was washed ashore by the waves.
     The men, employed by Mr. B. M. Barnes, had completed the week's work and went to the pond to go fishing. The wind was blowing rather hard at the time and the waves were running high. The high waves, it is thought, caused the boat to capsize. The men, it was stated had on their overcoats and could do but little trying to swim with this handicap.
     Searching parties spent Sunday at the scene of the tragedy, trying to locate the bodies. The body of Charlie Greer was recovered Sunday.
     The drowning occurred near where Tussahaw creek empties into the Ocmulgee river. The water at that point is very deep, some estimating the depth to be 100 feet.

The Jackson Progress-Argus May 12, 1922
Second Body Recovered From River Thursday.
     The body of Joe Middlebrooks, colored, who was drowned in the Central Georgia Power Company's pond on April 29, was recovered Thursday afternoon of the past week. The body was found by a party who dragged the river at the scene of the tragedy. The body of Charlie Greer, the second member of the party to loose his life, was recovered Sunday afternoon following the drowning on Saturday.

Middlebrooks, John
  The Jackson Argus August 21, 1908
Fatal Shooting.
     Last Sunday a difficulty occurred near Fairfield church, two miles from the city, between two negroes, Jake Cook and John Middlebrooks, in which the former killed the latter by shooting him several times. Cook was at once taken in custody and placed in jail.
     
Middlebrooks, Joseph Anderson
Jackson Progress-Argus, January 8, 1948.
J. A. Middlebrooks Claimed by Death.
     Joseph Anderson Middlebrooks, 74, of JEnkinsburg, one of Butts county's best known citizens, died early Saturday morning after a period of ill health extending over several years. Since the death of his wife, Mrs. Maude Browning Middlebrooks, in October of 1946, he had been more feeble yet was able to visit a sister in Atlanta for one day during the Christmas holidays. He was the son of Judge Alfred Middlebrooks and Nancy Cook Wooten Middlebrooks, pioneer citizens of Monroe county. He was the youngest of 22 children.
     Mr. Middlebrooks studied telegraphy in his youth and became associated with the Southern Railroad. He served as agent for this system at JEnkinsburg for 35 years and was retired in 1937.
     He was a trustee of the Jenkinsburg Methodist church, a Mason and an Odd Fellow. For forty years he was affectionately known to his friends old and young alike, as "Uncle Joe."
     Mr. Middlebrooks is survived by one daughter, Miss Ruth Middlebrooks, well known teacher of the county; two sisters, Mrs. E. L. Smith of Hapeville, who is 92 years old, Mrs. E. D. Redding of Atlanta; one brother, T J. Middlebrooks of Atlanta.
     Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at the Jenkinsburg Methodist church with Rev. W. C. Bowen, pastor of the Jenkinsburg Methodist church, in charge, assisted by Rev. W. S. Norton, pastor of the Jackson Methodist church. Rev. G. A. Briggs, pastor of the Jackson Baptist church sang "Some Day We'll Understand" with Mrs. Avon Gaston as accompanist.
     The pallbearers were Messrs. J. A. Middlebrooks, C. A. Middlebrooks, John T. Middlebrooks Jr., Van Burn Smith, Merrill Madden.
     Interment was in the Jackson cemetery with Thornton Funeral Home in charge.
     Among the out of town friends attending the funeral was Mr. B. F. Lord of Dublin, retired superintendent of the Wrightsville-Tennille division of the Southern Railway , under whom Mr. Middlebrooks studied telegraphy when he was a boy.
Middlebrooks, Mary Frances
  The Jackson Progress-Argus November 16, 1923
Mrs. Mary Middlebrooks Dies At Barnesville Home.
Barnesville, Ga. Nov. 13.
     Mrs. Mary Frances Middlebrooks, one of Barnesville's oldest and most beloved women died at her home on Thomaston street Monday night, her death being unexpected, although she had been in feeble health for some time.
     Mrs. Middlebrooks was a devote member of the Methodist church and had always shown a keen interest in the civic progress of the community, and her life was characterized by many deeds of kindness to those about her.
     She is survived by two daughters, Miss Rosa Middlebrooks, of this city and Mrs. Charles Collins, of Cartersville; three sons, E. T. Middlebrooks, of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., J. M. Middlebrooks of Birmingham, Ala., and I. P. Middlebrooks, of Jackson, Ga.
  
Middlebrooks, Maude Browning
  Jackson Progress-Argus, October 17, 1946.
Services Held at Jenkinsburg for Mrs. Middlebrooks.
     Mrs. J. A. Middlebrooks, 68, of Jenkinsburg died Tuesday afternoon at a private hospital in Atlanta. She had been in ill health for several years and critically sick for the last ten days. Before her marriage she was Miss Maude Browning, daughter of Benjamin Baker Browning and Elizabeth Johnson Browning. She was born and reared in the Holly Grove community of Monroe county, and attended the schools in Forsyth. She was a member of the Jenkinsburg Methodist church, a woman of unusually fine traits of character, a splendid neighbor and friend. She was generally loved by all who knew her.
     On September 20th of this year Mr. and Mrs. Middlebrooks observed their golden wedding anniversary.
     Surviving Mrs. Middlebrooks are her husband; one daughter, Miss Ruth Middlebrooks; four sisters, Mrs. W. B. Thompson, Jackson, Mrs. Cliff Saunders, Fitzgerald, Mrs. Lannie Madden, Eastman, Mrs. Ollie Woodward, Ft. Myers, Fla.; two brothers, Messrs. Jim and Luther Browning of Atlanta.
     Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon ast the Jenkinsburg Methodist church with Rev. E. C. Wilson, a former pastor, in charge, assisted by Rev. B. N. McHan and Rev. Mr. Owens. Rev. G. A. Briggs sand "Sometime We'll Understand" with Mrs. Avon Gaston as accompanist. The pallbearers were Carl Smith, Burren Smith, Claud Middlebrooks, T. J. Middlebrooks, Marion Madden, Marvin Madden, J. W. Middlebrooks, John T. Middlebrooks.
     Interment was in the Jackson cemetery with Thornton Funeral Home in charge.

Middlebrooks, Ruth
Jackson Progress-Argus, August 16, 1962
Death Claims Miss Middlebrooks on Tuesday Morning
     Miss Ruth Middlebrooks, widely known retired teacher and educator, died early Tuesday morning at her residence in Jenkinsburg.
     Daughter of Joseph A. Middlebrooks and Mrs. Maude Browning Middlebrooks, she was born in Jenkinsburg, and early in life embarked on a teaching career that she pursued until her recent retirement because of ill health. She held a Bachelor of Science Degree from Emory University, a Master's Degree from the University of Georgia, and also attended Wesleyan College. She taught for a long number of years at schools in Jenkinsburg, Jackson, and Locust Grove and was visiting teach in the Henry County School System.
     Active in religious and club work, Miss Middlebrooks was a member of the Jenkinsburg Methodist Church, secretary and treasurer of the church, president of the Women's Society of Christian Service, and was a former Sunday School teacher. She was a past Regent of the William McIntosh Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, serving two times in that capacity. as well as holding offices of recording secretary, historian, publicity committee chairman. She belonged to the States Regent Club, DAR, and was a member of Kappa Gamma Delta Sorority. She was an active member of the Jenkinsburg Garden Club.
     Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock from the Jenkinsburg Methodist Church withe the Rev. Dennis Doane, pastor, and the Rev. Don Welch, former pastor, officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Survivors include an aunt, Mrs. B. O. Woodward of Fort Meade, Florida; several cousins.
     Pallbearers were Glen Whitaker, H. G. Harris, Marvin Farrar, A. B. Farrar, Ralph Coker, and A. R. Rosser.
 
Middleton, Carolyn Allen
Jackson Progress-Argus, August 14, 1947.
Middleton Services Delayed Pending Arrival of Husband.
     Funeral services for Mrs, George Middleton, Flovilla, injured fatally in an auto collision Friday afternoon on Highway 42 three miles south of Jackson, are being delayed pending the arrival of her husband, Sgt. George Middleton, now stationed in Japan.
     Critically injured in the same accident, and all occupants of the same car, were Miss Sara Allen, sister of Mrs. Middleton, and Mrs. Middleton's son, Robert, age four.
     The accident occurred Friday afternoon about 5:45 on the curve south of the Fresh Air Barbeque stand. According to J. D. Pope, Butts county sheriff, the car driven by Miss Allen and proceeding south was struck by a truck going in the same direction when the Allen car appeared to slow momentarily. On the wet pavement this caused the Allen car to swerve sharply to the left and into the path of an oncoming machine. Sheriff Pope stated the investigation proved the accident unavoidable and no charges were made.
     Miss Allen is recovering from her injuries at Piedmont hospital in Atlanta and Robert Middleton is at his home in Flovilla.
     Mrs. Middleton is survived by her husband, son and mother, Mrs. R. L. Allen; four sisters, Mrs. Lois Parks, Atlanta, Mrs. J. W. Harkins, McDonough, Mrs. J. E. Heil, Pittsburgh, Pa., Miss Sara Allen, Flovilla; brothers, Robert Allen, Tampa, Fla., and Marshall Allen, Flovilla.

Jackson Progress-Argus, August 14, 1947.
Funeral Services for Mrs. Middleton at Flovilla Friday.
     Funeral services for Mrs. George Middleton, fatally injured in an automobile accident between Jackson and Indian Springs Friday afternoon, will be held at the Flovilla Baptist church Friday afternoon, August 15, at 2:30 o'clock. The Rev. H. A. Oglesby, pastor of the church, assisted by Rev. W. M. Marshall of Atlanta, will conduct the rites. Burial will be in the family lot and Thornton Funeral Home will direct arrangements.
Jackson Progress-Argus, August 21, 1947.
Service Friday for Victim of Auto Accident.
     Funeral services for Mrs. George Middleton, who died of injuries suffered in an automobile accident August 8, were held at the Flovilla Baptist church Friday afternoon at 2:30. The pastor of the church Rev. H. A. Oglesby of Macon, and Rev. W. M. Marshall of Atlanta, conducted the impressive service.
     A large number of relative and friends gathered for a last tribute to a popular young matron and the floral offerings were a mark of sincere affection.
     Music for the service was in charge of Mrs. S. H. Thornton, Miss Elizabeth Finley, R. P. Sasnett, and J. Avon Gaston.
               Sergeant George Middleton, husband of Mrs. Middleton, with the Army of Occupation in Japan, arrived here Saturday and a commitment service was held at the Flovilla cemetery Sunday afternoon with the Rev. H. A. Oglesby in charge.
     The pallbearers were Allen Marshall, Clifford Marshall, J. T. Holt, Jr., Eatonton, Marshall Moseley of Thomaston, James H. Middleton of Birmingham, Ala., and J. W. Harkins, Jr. of McDonough.
     The death of Mrs. Middleton came as a shock to a host of friends. Born and reared in Flovilla, she was a graduate of Locust Grove Institute and completed a commercial course in Birmingham, Ala. She was employed there until her marriage. At the time Sgt. Middleton was transferred to overseas duty he was stationed at Fort McClellan, Ala. Since November of last year Mrs. Middleton and her son had resided in Flovilla with her mother, Mrs. R. L. Allen,
     Member of widely known Alabama families, Sergeant Middleton is a member of Masonic lodge No. 443 at Anniston, Ala.

Middleton, S. S.
Middle Georgia Argus December 15, 1883
Henry County.
     Mr. S. S. Middleton of Hampton is dead.
  
Milam, Wade Waters
Jackson Progress Argus 25 Jul 1979
Milam Rites Held Saturday
     Funeral services for Mr. Wade Waters Milam, of 39 Green Acres Rd. Orchard Hill, were held Saturday morning at 11 o'clock from the First Presbyterian Church, with the Rev. Forest Traylor, Jr. officiating. Burial was, in Oak Hill Cemetery in Griffin under the direction of Pittman Rawls Funeral Home.
     A native of Philadelphia, Pa., Mr. Milam had made his home in Griffin for 20 years, where he was employed by Flavorich Dairies. He was a veteran of World War II serving in the U. S. Army and was a member of the First Presbyterian Church.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Dorothy Perry Milam; a daughter, Miss Holly Milam, both of Griffin; four sons, Richard Milam of Jackson and Mark Milam, Bobby Milam and Charles Milam, all of Griffin; a sister, Mrs. Emma Jessup and a brother, Hunter Milam; both of LaGrange, and six grandchildren.

Milby, E. Clay
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Nov 1970
Heart Attack Was Fatal To E. Clay Milby
     E. Clay Milby, popular and widely known song evangelist at the Indian Springs Campground for a number of years, died Wednesday, November 11th, in a Valdosta hospital following a heart attack suffered the previous Friday.
     Mr. Milby, 63, was a resident of Valdosta where he had lived for 22 years and was widely known throughout the southeast where he had directed the singing in many churches and campgrounds. He was a Methodist and had served for a long number of years as a song leader.
     Mr. Milby was a native of Tallulah, Illinois.
     Funeral services were conducted Friday, November 13th, at four p. m. from the Valdosta First United Methodist Church with burial in Sunset Hill Cemetery.
     Mr. Milby is survived by his widow, the former Iva Wright; and a daughter, Mrs. T. R. Bentley of Grissom Air Force Base, Indiana.

Miles, Alwyn
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Sep 1975
Man Dies of Heart Attack At Springs
     A 64-year-old Mableton man, Alwyn Miles, of Route 2, succumbed to a massive heart attack about 3:40 o'clock Wednesday afternoon at Indian Springs State Park.
     John Sherrell, Butts County Coroner, said his ambulance service received a call about 3:45 that a man had suffered a heart attack at the state park. When they arrived they found the body of Mr. Miles near the famous springs. It was reported he had been visiting the park with his wife and mother when the massive heart attack occurred in the spring house.
     The body of the Mableton man was taken to Sylvan Grove Hospital where he was pronounced DOA by a Jackson physician.

Miles, Herman
Jackson Progress Argus 26 Nov 1964
Herman Miles Dies in Griffin
     Mr. Herman Miles, prominent Griffin merchant, died early Saturday morning at his home, 654 Brook Circle, following an apparent heart attack.
     He was the owner and operator of the Miles Family Discount Store and the Specialty Shop. Mr. Miles and Joe Tuck of Griffin had recently opened the M&T Discount Store in Jackson, the grand opening of the new store being observed on November 6th.
     Surviving Mr. Miles are his wife, Mrs. Eva Miles; three daughters, Mrs. Clara Cohen of Coral Gables, Fla., Mrs. Sara Witt of Columbus, and Mrs. Rae Gordon of Atlanta; two sons, Emanuel Miles of Atlanta and Dave Miles of Thomaston; a sister, Mrs Sylvia Fromberg of Miami, Fla.; two grandchildren and one great grandson; several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were Sunday afternoon in Atlanta.

Miley, Harvard Kenneth
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Oct 1993
     Harvard Kenneth Miley of High Falls died Fri., Oct. 8, at the Southern Regional Medical Center in Riverdale.
     Funeral services were held Sat., Oct. 9, at Liberty Baptist Church with Rev. George Malcom and Rev. Mike Whaley Officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery. Mr. Miley was born May 29, 1939 in Spalding County, son of the late Harvard Russell Miley and Elsie Rebecca Miley Britt, who survives.
     He was self-employed in the construction business and attended the Liberty Baptist Church in Butts County,
     Survivors include wife Roberta GOBS Miley of Jackson; daughter and son-in-law Lynn and Newton Maddox of Jackson; sisters Ann Hill of High Falls and Brenda McKensie of Forsyth; brothers Lynn and Ronald Miley of Griffin, Jimmy and David Miley of Forsyth and Raymond Miley of High Falls; one grandchild; and several nieces and nephews.
     Sherrell Funeral Home in Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Millege, John
  The Jackson Argus February 3, 1899
     Another old Confederate will soon pass away. Captain John Millege, than whom no braver man ever wore the gray, is lying at his home in Atlanta a most pathetic spectacle. The sun beams dance on the wall and kiss the eyes that cannot see, the voices of loved fall upon ears that cannot hear and the light of his life is already gone out. He fights his battles over in the darkness and gallantly leads the Famous Horse Guards. And thus he enters the valley of the shadow fearing no evil and fighting to the end. When all is over we hope he may were the victors wreath and hear the plaudits that await the brave.
The Monroe Advertiser.

Millen, Alfred C.
Jackson Progress Argus 30 Oct 1931
Death Summons Comes to Mr. Alfred Millen
      Mr. Alfred C. Millen, aged 82, a well known and highly esteemed resident of Flovilla, occurred at his home Wednesday afternoon at 6 o'clock. He had been in declining health for several months but was critically ill for only a few days. His passing brings sorrow to a host of friends.
     Mr. Millen was reared in Jasper county and moved to Flovilla about forty years ago. For some time he was a member of the firm of Dozier, Millen and Spikes, one of the largest establishments in this section. Later he engaged in the hotel business and operated the Millen Hotel successfully. Mr. Millen was a member of the Flovilla Methodist church. As a citizen he was admired for his sterling qualities of character, his upright dealings, fair and honorable methods.
     Mr. Millen is survived by his wife, who before marriage was Miss Roxie Thornton, of Jackson; three daughters, Mrs. Myrtle Graves, of Flovilla; Mrs. B. H. Fudge, of Colquitt and Mrs. Nellie Scott Wyent, of Menlo; one sone, Mr. Alfred Millen, Jr., of Flovilla.
     Funeral arrangements have not been completed.

Jackson Progress Argus 6 Nov 1931
Funeral Services Held for Mr. Millen Friday
     Funeral services for Mr. Alfred C. Millen, well known citizen of Flovilla whose death occurred Wednesday afternoon of the past week were held Friday morning at 11 o'clock at the Flovilla Methodist church of which he was a member. The service was conducted by Rev. J. F. Davis, pastor, in the presence of many relatives and friends and the lovely floral offerings attested the esteem in which he was held. The pallbearers were Messrs. F. C. Maddux, R. L. Allen, N. J. Thomas, R.T. Smith, Dr. R. B. Thompson and Dr. A. F. White. Interment was in the family lot in the church cemetery.

Millen, John Henry
  The Jackson Progress-Argus August 3, 1923
Mr. J. H. Millen Is Suddenly Stricken.
     The death of Mr. John Henry Millen, about 50 years of age, took place at Watkins' Mill Thursday afternoon of the past week. He was stricken suddenly, expiring within a short time after becoming ill. He had been in failing health for some time.
     Mr. Millen, who was a native of Jasper county, had been a resident of Butts county for some time and was the miller at Watkins' mill. He is survived by his wife, several children and other relatives.
     Funeral services were held at Mt. Vernon church Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock. Dr. W. J. Waits conducting the services and interment was in the churchyard.

Miller, Mrs.
  Middle Georgia Argus March 3, 1885
Peeksville
     Mrs. Miller died at Mr. Jim Brock near Locust Grove on the 13th with paralysis. She was between seventy and eighty years of age. Her bereaved husband has the sympathy of the entire community.

Miller, Arthur Lee
Jackson Progress Argus 12 Jul 1989
     Arthur Lee Miller, 54, of Shiloh Road, Jenkinsburg, died July 7 at Sylvan Grove
Hospital in Jackson.
     The funeral was held July 12 at 2 p.m. at Oak Grove Baptist Church in Jackson
with the Rev. S. D. Obie officiating. Burial was in the Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mr. Miller was a native of Butts County and was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church.
     Survivors include his wife, Jimmie Clara Miller; daughters, Marian O'Neal, Annie L. Head and Cherestine Head, all of Jenkinsburg; mother, Essie Miller of Jackson; sisters, Elizabeth Stodghill and Barbara Stillwell of Jackson, and Gladys McDaniel of Flovilla; brothers, Jesse, Roy Frank, Benjamin, Charlie, David, Harold and Willie Howard Miller, all of Jackson, and Claudie Paul Miller of McDonough; 20 sisters-in-law; 11 brothers-in-law; six grandchildren; several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
     Trimier - Jackson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

  Miller, Arthur Paul
  Jackson Progress Argus 28 Jan 1965
A. Paul Miller Buried Friday In Spalding Co.
     Mr. Arthur Paul Miller, 51, of Route 3, Jackson, a former resident of Barnesville, died early Wednesday morning, January 20, in the Veterans Hospital in At-lanta where he was admitted Tuesday.
     Retired from the grocery business since 1954, Mr. Miller was a disabled veteran of World War Two. Although most of his life was spent in Barnesville, he lived on the Griffin Highway near the Butts-Spalding County line.
     He was'the Son of the late Edward L. Miller and Mrs. Gertrude Wilson Miller, who survives. was a member of the Aldora Methodist Church in Barnesville.
     Survivors include his mother Mrs. Gertrude Wilson Miller; one sister, Mrs. George Tharpe of Jackson; two brothers, Alton Miller and Fred Miller, both of Jackson; two nieces and one nephew.
     Funeral services Were conducted Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock from the Midway Methodist Church on the High Falls Road. The Rev. Gerald Noffsinger and the Rev. Marcus Booker officiated with interment in the church cemetery. Haisten Funeral Home of Barnesville had charge of arrangements.

Miller, Charlotte Claire
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Oct 1985
     Charlotte Claire Miller, 90, of Ocala, Fla., died Saturday in Ocala.
     Mrs. Miller, a native of Meriwether County, was a former resident of Newnan.
     Survivors include a son, William Frank Miller of Jackson; daughters, Martha
Miller Hammond of Ocala, Fla., and Betty Miller Johnson of Southern Pines, N.C.; six
grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren.
     Graveside funeral services were held Monday at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Fred Guthrie officiating. Burial was in the Jackson cemetery.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Miller, Ed
  Butts County Progress August 18, 1911
Negro Boy Shot By His Brother.
     Ed Miller was shot and killed by his brother, Pleas Miller, last Wednesday morning near Worthville. The killing is said to have been an accident and a coroner's inquest was held, the verdict of the jury being that "Ed Miller came to his death by the careless handling of a pistol in the hands of Pleas Miller." It appears the boys who were negroes were wrangling over a pistol when it was accidentally discharged.

Miller, Essie
Jackson Progress Argus 12 Sep 1990
     Mrs. Essie Miller, 79, of 825 N. Mulberry Street in Jackson died Monday, Sept. 3.
     Funeral services were held Sunday, Sept. 9, at Oak Grove Baptist Church, with the Revs. R. Bryant and A. F. Eusery officiating. Burial was in the Oak Grove cemetery.
Mrs. Miller was a native of Butts County. She was a member of Oak Grove Baptist
Church.
     Survivors include her children, Jesse Miller, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Frank Miller, Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Miller, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Miller, Mr. and Mrs. R. O. (Elizabeth) Stodghill, Barbara Stillwell, all of Jackson, David Saffo Miller and Mr. and Mrs. Howard Miller, all of Jenkinsburg, Mr. and Mrs. Tommie (Gladys) McDaniel, and Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Miller, all of Flovilla, Mr. and Mrs. Claude Miller of McDonough; sister, Gertrude Bell of Madison; stepsister, Georgia Ingram of Jackson; daughter-in-law, Jimmy Clara Miller of Jenkinsburg; three brothers-in-law, four sisters-in-law, 105 grandchildren, 103 great grandchildren, four great great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
     Trimier - Jackson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Miller, Feste
Jackson Progress Argus 02 Sep 1954
Miller Killed When Car Hit Bridge Railing
     Feste Miller, 37-year~old Negro man residing beyond Fincherville in Henry county, was killed about 2 a. m. Sunday morning when the car in which he was riding hit the bridge railing over Tussahaw Creek six miles north of Jackson on the Fincherville Road.
     Johnny Griffin, Atlanta, driver of the car, suffered a broken shoulder and three other occupants of the 1948 Chevrolet were admitted to Grady Hospital for treatment.
     The car was proceeding north at the time of the accident and was running at a lively clip, reports said.
     Sheriff J. D. Pope and members of the State Patrol investigated the accident. Griffin was held on a charge of driving under the influence of liquor.
     Miller, Sheriff Pope said, leaves a wife.
     After the accident the car plunged off the bridge and was not towed in until Sunday morning.

Miller, Frank
Jackson Progress Argus 12 Aug 1965
Headon Crash South Of Jackson Kills Four Sunday Afternoon
     A grinding, headon crash Saturday afternoon on Route 87 in Monroe County, about 11 miles south of Jackson, killed four adults and left two children hospitalized with serious injuries.
     The State Patrol listed the dead as Frank Miller, 20, and his 17-year-old wife, Phyllis Dianne, both of Hapeville, and Charles K. Barrow, 34, and his wife, Sara Beth, 31, of Jacksonville, Fla. Seriously injured were the Barrow children, Richard, six, and Steven, nine, who suffered broken legs and head cuts.
     The Hapeville couple, former residents of Macon, were enroute to Macon to spend a vacation with their parents when the Miller car evidently skidded on wet pavement, the accident occurring during a heavy rain storm, with the south bound vehicle crossing the center line and ramming headon into the north bound Barrow automobile. Both cars were demolished. The accident occurred 2.5 miles across the Butts County line and approximately three fourths of a mile from the first blinker light at the intersection of the, Short Route and the Forsyth-Monticello road.
     Bibb County deputies who had the sad task of notifying the Miller couple's parents of the tragedy said the two were traveling from Hapeville to spend a vacation in Macon with their parents. One officer said Mr. Miller had called his parents to tell them he had a two week's vacation.
     Mr. Miller was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Miller of 3113 Georgia Place, while his wife was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. B. O. Addleton of 1710 Ben Hill Drive.
     Mr. and Mrs. Miller and Mr. Barrow were believed killed instantly, with Mrs. Barrow succumbing several hours later in the Macon Hospital. Mrs. Barrow and her two children were taken to the Monroe County Hospital in Forsyth and later transferred to the Macon Hospital. Time of the mishap was placed at between 2:30 and 3 :00 o'clock.

Miller, Gertrude Wilson
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Oct 1966
Mrs. Miller, 76, Was Buried In Spalding County
     Mrs. Gertrude Wilson Miller, 76 years of age, widow of Mr. Edward L. Miller, died Saturday at the Sylvan Grove, Hospital after an extended illness.
     Mrs. Miller was a native of Upson County, but had resided in Barnesville for 40 years. She had made her home in Butts County for two years. She was a member of the Midway Methodist Church in Spalding County.
     Mrs. Miller was a past president of the WSCS at Aldora Methodist Church and was a former member of the official board of that church. She was also a member of Woodmen of the VT World Circle.
     Funeral services were conducted Monday, October 17, at three o'clock from the Aldora Methodist Church in Barnesville with Rev. Robert Sandefur, Rev. Ed Kelly and Rev. Don Harp officiating. Interment was in the Midway Methodist Church cemetery in Spalding Counts with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Miller is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Virginia M. Tharpe; two sons, Alton Miller and William F. Miller, all of Jackson; a brother, G. C. Wilson of Barnesville.
     Pallbearers were Douglas Wilson, Walter Wilson, Ed Wilson, C. T. Wilson, Richard Wilson and Amos Ray.

Miller, H. V. M., Dr.
The Jackson Argus June 4, 1896
     Dr. H. V. M. Miller of Atlanta died last Sunday afternoon after a lingering illness. He was one of Georgia's brightest and bravest men.

Miller, I. H., Mrs.
Jackson Progress-Argus March 9 1917
Death of Mrs. I. H. Miller Occurs in Oklahoma
     News of the death of Mrs. I. H. Miller, which occurred February 27 at Middleton, Okla., has reached here, and the many Jackson friends of this excellent lady will be sorry to learn of her passing. Death was due to an attack of lagrippe.
     Rev. I. H. Miller was pastor of the Jackson Presbyterian church for several months, having left Jackson several weeks ago for Oklahoma. The family have a wide circle of friends here who sympathize with them in their sorrow. Mrs. Miller is survived by her husband, one son, and several daughters.

Miller, Jessie W.
Jackson Progress Argus 07 Jul 1993
     Jessie W. Miller of Jackson died Tues., June 22, at Spalding Regional Hospital.
     Funeral services were held Sun., June 27, at Oak Grove Baptist Church with Rev. R. L. Henderson officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mr. Miller was born Nov. 7, 1929 in Butts County, son of the late Roy and Essie Miller. He was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church.
     Survivors include wife Inez Miller of Atlanta; daughters Veverly Andrews of Stone Mountain, Kimberly Miller of Jackson and Florence Miller of Locust Grove; sons Frank Miller of Decatur, Gregory and Calvin Miller, both of Jackson, Rodey Miller of Detroit and Derrick Miller of Florida; sisters Gladys McDaniel, Elizabeth Stodghill and Barbara Stillwell, all of Jackson; brothers Roy Frank, Benjamin, Harold and Howard Miller, all of Jackson, David Miller of Jenkinsburg and Claude Miller of McDonough; 10 sisters-in law; four brothers-in-law; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and other relatives.
     Trimier Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Miller, John P, Dr.
Jackson Progress Argus Jun 10 1971
Dr. Miller Buried at Jasper, Fla.
     Funeral services for Dr. John P. Miller, 88, former vice president of Brenau College in Gainesville and brother of Mrs. India Bailey of Jackson, were held Monday afternoon at four o'clock from the Harry T. Reid Funeral Home in Jasper, Florida. Burial was in Evergreen Cemetery.
     Dr. Miller died Saturday n a Tallahassee hospital. He taught 30 years at Brenau and had also taught at Tift College in Forsyth and the old Cox College in Atlanta. He held out of state faculty positions at the University of North Carolina, Columbia University, the University of Chicago and Anderson College, Anderson, South Carolina.
     Dr. Miller once received the Civitan International Award and was a member of the First Baptist Church in Jasper, Florida where he had resided for several years.
     Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Leon Sandlin, Jr. Of Jasper, Florida; sisters, Mrs. J. F. Rogers and Mrs. Duskin Johnson, both of Gainesville, and Mrs. India Bailey of Jackson; half brothers, Fred Miller of Jacksonville, Fla., Charles Miller of Bunnell, Fla., and Edwin Miller of Gainesville; a half-sister, Mrs. Wayne Leford of St. Petersburg, Florida.

Miller, John Russell
  The Jackson Progress-Argus March 28, 1924
Mr. J. R. Miller Claimed By Death.
     The death of Mr. John Russell Miller, 77 years of age, occurred Friday night at the home of his daughter in Decatur. Mr. Miller was a former resident of Jackson and had many friends here who were grieved to learn of his passing.
     Until a few years ago Mr. Miller resided in Jackson, The family moved to Butts county before the War Between the States. He was a son of Mrs. Harold Byars. Mr. Miller was a silversmith and formerly enjoyed a flourishing business in Jackson. He served in the Confederate army. He was a member of the Methodist church and was held in general high esteem. The body was brought to Jackson Sunday afternoon and carried to the Jackson cemetery, where short funeral services were conducted by Rev. Henry H. Jones, of the Jackson Methodist church. The pallbearers were Messrs. A. T. Buttrill, R. P. Newton, A. C. Finley, C. C. Jinks, S. O. Ham, E. R. Harper.
     Mr. Miller is survived by one son, Mr. J. Harbin Miller, of Griffin, and a daughter, Mrs. E. L. Vogel, of Decatur. His wife, who preceded him to the grave many years ago was Miss Georgia Harbin, sister of Will N. Harbin, the well known Georgia novelist.

Miller, L. C., Mrs.
  Butts County Progress January 11, 1911
     Friends in this city will regret to learn of the death of Mrs. L. C. Miller, Sunday night, at her home in Sparta. Mrs. Miller is pleasantly remembered here as Miss Emily Graves and had visited here on several occasions.

Miller, Mary Willis
Jackson Progress-Argus, July 7, 1949.
Mrs. Harry Miller Dies in Augusta.
     Jackson friends were saddened at the news of the passing of Mrs. Harry J. Miller early Wednesday morning at her home in Augusta. Mrs. Miller had been in ill health for a number of years, and her death was not entirely unexpected.
     Mrs. Miller was the youngest child of the late Mr. and Mrs. O. B. Willis, well-known residents of Jackson. Before her marriage to Mr. Harry J. Miller, prominent business man of Augusta, she was Miss Mary Willis. As a little girl she was noted for her charm and beauty, and she retained these attributes in her mature years. After finishing Jackson High school she attended Georgia State College for Women at Milledgeville. She held membership in the First Baptist church in Augusta.
     Survivors include her husband and two sons, Harry J. Miller Jr., of Elberton and Willis Miller, University of Georgia student; one brother, T. G. Willis of Jackson.
     Funeral services were held Thursday afternoon at 4:30 o'clock at the home of Mr. and Mrs. T. G. Willis on north Mulberry street, and were in charge of Rev. Gaither Briggs, pastor of the Jackson Baptist church and Rev. George W. Sheffer, pastor of the Jackson Presbyterian church. Mrs. S. H. Thornton and Rev. Mr. Briggs sang two numbers.
     Interment was in the Willis family lot in the Jackson cemetery.

Miller, N. P.
Jackson Progress-Argus 13 May 1937
Father Mrs. W. M. Crawford Passed Away in Macon May 9.
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Crawford and Miss Virginia Crawford sympathize with them in the death of Mrs. Crawford's father, Mr. N. P. Miller, 78 years of age, which occurred in Macon Sunday. In feeble health recently, he suffered a stroke and did not rally.
     Mr. Miller was a well known business man of Hawkinsville and was active in the affairs of the Baptist church of that city. He had visited his children here often and was well known to many Jackson people.
     Funeral services were held in Hawkinsville Monday, with Dr. J. E Sammons and Rev E. B. Collins officiating.
     In addition to Mrs. Crawford, Mr. Miller is survived by a son, A. L Miller, of Atlanta, and the following daughters, Mrs. A. L. Atkins, of Young Harris; Mrs. George B. Winn, Mrs. Alex Stilwell and Mrs. Warren Jones, of Macon; Mrs. Turner Houston, of Jacksonville Beach.

Miller, Paul T., Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 01 Sep 1982
     Paul T. Miller Sr. of Richmond, Va. died August 16.
     Mr. Miller was born in Richmond on September 10, 1900, one of six sons of the late Joseph J. Miller and the late Louise Edelblut Miller.
     Mr. Miller was a retired cost accountant engineer with the Chesapeake & Ohio Railroad.
     He was a Navy veteran of World War II attaining the rank of Chief Petty Officer.
     Mr. Miller was a past member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Huntington, W. Va. where he was president of the Men's Club for several terms, as well as being a Eucharistic minister.
     Survivors include his wife, Genevieve Carter Miller of Richmond; two sons, Paul T. Miller Jr. of Richmond and Joseph J. Miller of Morgantown W. Va.; two daughters, Anne M. Knapp of Jackson and Mary Alice Kelley of Pittsburgh, Pa.; and three grandchildren.
     Funeral services were conducted August 19 at St. Edward the Confessor Catholic Church with burial in Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Richmond.

Miller, Ruth Willis
  The Jackson Progress-Argus December 6, 1918
Death Claims Mrs. H. J. Miller, Wednesday
     After an illness of ten days, of pneumonia and other complications, Mrs. H. J. Miller passed away at her home on West Third street.
     Mrs. Miller was formerly Miss Ruth Willis, the oldest daughter of Mr. O. B. Willis, and resided in Jackson practically all of her life. She possessed a sweet and cheerful disposition that enabled her to make friends easily.
     She was a graduate of the Jackson public schools and talented in music and expression and gladly aided in the programs for the patriotic and charitable organizations of the city.
     Mrs. Miller's membership was with the First Baptist church. For the past several years she had charge of the primary classes of the Bible school and could always be depended upon for faithfulness in any line of duty. The passing of this well known matron has caused wide-spread sorrow in the community.
     She is survived by her husband, Mr. H. J. Miller, manager of the Jackson Coca Cola Bottling Co., her father, Mr. O. B. Willis, one sister, Miss Mary Willis and two brothers, T, G, Willis and Oscar Willis, of Live Oak, Fla.
     The funeral arrangements will be announced later.

Miller, Thomas B.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus March 1, 1918
Mr. Thomas B. Miller Buried Here Saturday
     The remains of Mr. Thomas B. Miller, prominent citizen of Brunswick, was brought here Saturday morning for burial, the short services at the grave bring in charge of the St. John's Lodge No. 45, F. & A. M.
     Mr. Miller died Thursday at noon at his home in Brunswick following a short illness of blood poisoning. He was born on Cumberland Island in 1870 and had spent practically all his life in Brunswick. He was connected with the wholesale grocery firm of J. J. Lissner and was prominent in business and fraternal circles. Funeral services were held Friday afternoon at three o'clock at the home on Union street, being conducted by Rev. L. J. Ballard, of the First Methodist church. Many beautiful floral offerings covered the casket. Mr. Miller is survived by his wife who was Miss Ada Sams, of this city, two sisters, Mrs. Wlla Tomlinson, of St. Mary's and Mrs. Ernest Rickett, of Brunswick, two brothers, Messrs. L. A. and W. W. Miller, both of Brunswick.
     The many friends of Mrs. Miller sympathize with her in her great bereavement.

Miller, Thomas C.
  Jackson Progress Argus 06 Jul 1950
Thomas C. Miller Called By Death
     Friends of Mrs. India Miller Bailey and Mr. and Mrs. Lou Moelchert sympathize with them in the death of Mrs. Bailey's father, Thomas C. Miller, 89, which occurred June 27 at his home in Clearmont. Death followed several weeks illness resulting from a stroke in March.
     Founder of Clearmont, Mr. Miller had long been active in community life. He retired from active business some time ago. He was a member of the Baptist church.
     Funeral services were held at the Clearmont Baptist church Thursday.
     Survivors are: John T. Miller of Brenau College; Mrs. Frank Rogers of Gainesville; Mrs. D. J. Johnson of Clearmont; H. C. Miller of Daytona Beach; Charlie Miller of Burnell, Fla.; Fred Miller of Jacksonville; Mrs. Bill Baker of Johnstown, Pa. ; Mrs. Wayne Ledford of Akron, Ohio; Mrs. Horace King of Rome; Edwin Miller of Jefferson and Mrs. India Miller Bailey of Jackson; several grandchildren and other relatives.

Miller, Trinity Laguanda
Jackson Progress Argus 14 Mar 1979
Millers Lose Infant Daughter
     Trinity Laguanda Miller, four-month old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Miller, of Rt. 1, Flovilla, died in her sleep early Saturday morning, according to deputy coroner Chuck
McCrackin.
     An autopsy will be done to determine the exact cause of death, McCrackin said, although it is known that she had a respiratory problem.
     The death of Trinity Miller was the second crib death in three weeks, according to Butts County Sheriff Billy Leverette.

Jackson Progress Argus 14 Mar 1979
Miller Infant Dies In Sleep
     Funeral services for infant Trinity Laguanda Miller, age 4 � months, of Route 1, Flovilla, were held Monday, March 12th at 2 o'clock at the Oak Grove Baptist Church. Rev. Robert F. Broughton officiated and interment was in the Oak Grove Cemetery.
     Infant Miller died March 10th at the residence.
     She is survived by her parents Charlie and Mrs. Linda Miller; two sisters; two brothers; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. John Tyson and Mrs. Essie Miller, and a host of other relatives and friends.
     Abe Trimier Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Miller, W. L.
Jackson Progress Argus 10 Jun 1971
W. L. Miller Found Dead At His Horne
     The body of W. L. Miller, 44, widely known Negro educator and former principal at Henderson High School, was discovered at his residence on North Mulberry Street about 12:30 o'clock Sunday morning when a neighbor summoned police, who entered the home to find the body of the highly respected educator with the telephone still clutched in one hand. Death was attributed to a massive stroke.
     According to Butts County Coroner John Sherrell, who was summoned to the scene by the Jackson Police Department, Mr. Miller was reportedly talking to a neighbor and friend when he complained of feeling ill and the line went dead. After an attempt was made by the other person to call Mr. Miller, Jackson Policemen Barney Wilder and Wendell Cook were notified and went to the scene where they discovered his body. He was rushed to Sylvan Grove Hospital where the physician on duty pronounced him dead on arrival from a massive stroke. Mr. Miller was alone in his home, his wife being away on a Thanksgiving visit with relatives and friends in Washington, D. C.
     Mr. Miller was born in Millen on May 15. 1927, one of eight children. Following his graduation from Jenkins Central Training School in 1945, he served in the U. S. Navy from September 25, 1945 to July 13, 1946. He enrolled at Fort Valley State College where he received a BS Degree in Social Science in 1949.
     Mr. Miller came to Butts County in the fall of '49 where he served as Social Science teacher at Henderson High School from '49 to March 1951. He was recalled to active Navy duty in March of '51 and served to October 26, 1952. He returned again to Jackson in 1952 at Henderson. Mr. Miller received a Master's Degree in School Administration from New York University and in 1963 was appointed principal of Henderson Elementary School and in 1967 was appointed principal of Henderson High School at which post he served until June 1970 when he became affiliated with the DeKalb County School System as Director of Pupil Personnel.
     He was married to Edna Earle Summey of Hendersonville, N. C. His wife is librarian at Henderson Junior High School and holds a Master's Degree from Atlanta University in Library Science.
     Funeral services were held in Jackson Wednesday afternoon from Friendship Baptist Church with Trimier Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. The body was carried to Millen where it lay in state for a day before interment in that city.

Miller, William Frank, Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 21 Sep 88
     William Frank Miller Sr., 68, of Brownlee Road, Jackson, died Sept. 13 at Emory University Hospital.
     The funeral was held Thursday at 11 a.m. at the Jackson Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Stephen Nelms and Dr. Fred Guthrie officiating. Burial was in the Jackson cemetery.
     Mr. Miller was born in Coweta County, son of Sam and Claire Smith Miller. He had lived in Butts County for the past 34 years and was a retired businessman. He served in the Air Force as a pilot and retired as a captain in the Air Force Reserves. He was a member of the Jackson Presbyterian Church, which he served as an elder.
     For several years, Mr. Miller served on the Selective Service Board of Butts County. He was a member of the Henry County Moose Lodge.
     Survivors include his wife, Katie Roebuck Miller; son and daughter-in-law, William Frank Miller Jr. and Gayle Miller of Jackson; daughter, Kathryn Lee Miller of Decatur; grandchildren, Michelle and Tim Patterson of Jackson, Tami Elaine Miller of Hampton, and Haley (Bob) Miller of Jackson; sister and brother-in-law, Betty and Mel Miller Johnson of Southern Pines, N.C.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Miller, William Frederick
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Jun 1974
W. F. Miller, War Hero, Buried June 10
     Mr. William Frederick Miller, 53, of Route 3, Jackson, a much decorated World War II hero, died Saturday at the Griffin Spalding Hospital where he had been a patient for eight weeks.
     Mr. Miner was born in Pike County and lived in Barnesville most of his life but had resided in Jackson for his last 10 years. He was a graduate of Gordon College and also received a degree from Erskine College. During World War II, he served in the United States Army with great distinction, winning a battlefield commission, two Bronze Stars, two Silver Stars, the Distinguished Service Cross and two Purple Hearts.
     Mr. Miller was head coach and athletic director at Gordon College for several years. He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign War.
     For nine years, Mr. Miller served with the Department of Justice as a civil rights trouble shooter, a field in which he met notable success. He was a member of Georgia and National Association of Police Community Relations Officers and retired in May 1953 after nine years of service with the Justice Department.
     Funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon at 3:00 o'clock from England Chapel United Methodist Church with the Rev. John Huggins, pastor of the Jenkinsburg charge, officiating. The body was placed in the church at 2:00 o'clock where it lay in state until the hour of the funeral service. Interment was in Midway United Methodist Church cemetery in Spalding County Haisten Funeral Home of Barnesville was in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Miller is survived by a sister, Mrs. G. A . Tharpe, Jr. of Jackson; a sister-in-Iaw, Mrs. Mary P. Miller, Barnesville; two nieces, Miss Trude Tharpe and Miss Jenny Lee Tharpe, both of Jackson; one nephew, Edward Miller, Barnesville.

Millet, Gerard G.
Jackson Progress Argus 25 Jan 1989
     Gerard G. Millet, 89, of Montgomery, Ala., died Jan. 15.
     The funeral was held Jan. 17 in Reserve, La., with burial in the cemetery of St. Peter Catholic Church in Reserve. (Faye) Mills of Jackson; sisters, Minnie Lee Green of Barnesville and Mary Elizabeth Prislovsky of Fort Worth, Texas; 14 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; several nephews and nieces.
     Frazier Funeral Home in Rochelle was in charge of arrangements.
     A native of Reserve, he had lived in Montgomery for the past 43 years.
     Survivors include his wife, Myrtle Thaxton Millet; brother, Dr. Donald J . Millet of Lake Charles, La.; sisters, Mrs. Oneil Champagne of Reserve, Mrs. Paul L. Daniels of Los Alamitos, Calif., Mrs. Oleida M. Caillouet of Baker, La., Mrs. Raymond Sailer of Pueblo, Colo., and Lillie Mae Cashio of Garyville, La. Local relatives include his sister-in-law, Ruby T. Singley, and nephew and niece, Aldean and Doris Singley of Jackson.
     
Millett, Myrtle Lenora Thaxton
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Oct 1993
     Myrtle Thaxton Millett, 83, of Montgomery, Ala., died Sat., Oct. 16, in Montgomery.
     Graveside services were held Sun., Oct. 17, in the Thaxton family lot in the Jackson City Cemetery with Rev. Danny Hughes officiating.
     Mrs. Millett was born in Butts County, daughter of the late Kenneth J. and Pearley Bennett Thaxton. She was the widow of Gerald G. Millett.
     Survivors include nieces and nephews Aldine and Bobbye Singley of Macon, Elaine Singley of Macon, Marjorie Hall of Jackson, Heather Hall of Atlanta and Tony Thaxton, Leslie Thaxton and Kenneth Thaxton, all of Atlanta; and several cousins.
     Sherrell Funeral Home in Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Milligan, Mary Elizabeth Thompson
Jackson Progress Argus 22 Jun 1994
     Mary Elizabeth Thompson Milligan of Milner died Sun., June 19, at Spalding Regional Hospital in Griffin.
     Funeral services were held Tues., June 21, at Calvary Baptist Church in Conyers with Rev. Lamar Cursey officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery.
     Mrs. Milligan was born Jan. 16, 1940 in Ann Arbor, MI, daughter of the late William Curtis Thompson and Maiy Jane Crosby Thompson of Ypsilanti, MI. She was a housewife, a Baptist, and was employed by McDonald's before ill health.
     Survivors include her mother; husband, Joseph Miliigan of Milner; daughters Pam Milligan of McDonough and Rebecca Cole and Tina Miliigan of Ysilanti, MI; sons, Curtis Milligan of Conyers and Robert Milligan of Milner; stepsons, Thurman Milligan
of McDonough and Dennis Milligan of Centerville; sisters, Ruth Ann Corrigan of Sparta, MI and Janet Logan of Ypsilanti, seven grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Mills, Andrew Surry
Jackson Progress-Argus, January 13, 1949.
Andrew S. Mills Called by Death.
     The death of Andrew S. Mills, 74, occurred at 3:20 p.m. January 7 at his home in Jackson. He suffered a stroke October 7 and never recovered from t his illness.
     Born in Monroe county, son of Mr. and Mrs. Lee Mills, he had been a resident of Butts county since the age of 12 and was actively identified with the county's progress. He retired from farming several years ago and move to Jackson and held the office of highway maintenance engineer in Butts county for 25 years. In this capacity he rendered effective service to residents and was keenly interested in good roads.
     He was a past master of his Masonic lodge and was a member of County Line Baptist church. Mr. Mills was cordial and friendly in his relations and had a wide circle of friends.
     Survivors are his wife, the former Miss Ora Kimbell of Butts county, seven children, Mrs. Euell White, Mrs. Margaret Sudderth, Mrs. Maugie Echols, Mrs. Sara Meacham and Thomas L. Mills, all of Atlanta; Mrs. J. B. Jones and Austin Mills of Jackson; 15 grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.
     A daughter, Mrs. Eva Williamson, passed away four years ago.
     Funeral services were held Sunday at 3 p.m. at County Line church. The body lay in state in the church from 2 to 3 o'clock. Rev. Gaither A. Briggs, pastor of the Jackson Baptist church, officiated.
     St. Johns lodge of Masons had charge of the services at the grave. Burial was in the churchyard and plans were directed by Thornton Funeral Home.

Mills, Austin Andrew
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Feb 1966
Austin A. Mills Buried Friday At County Line
     Mr. Austin Andrew Mills, 64, retired employee of the Jackson Standard On Company plant, died Wednesday night, January 26th, at Sylvan Grove Hospital following an illness of about a week. He was hospitalized the previous week from a stroke to which he succumbed.
     Mr. Mills, who resided at 155 Forrest Avenue in Jackson, was born in Butts County, the son of Mr. Andrew S. Mills and Mrs. Ola Martha Kimbell Mills, who survives, and made her home with her son in Jackson. Mr. Mills was a valued employee of Standard Oil Company for many years until his retirement. He was a member of the Masonic order.
     Funeral services were conducted Friday morning at 11 o'clock from the County Line Baptist Church with the Rev. Bill Thomas, pastor of Macedonia Baptist Church, officiating. Interment was in the churchyard cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Mills is survived by his mother, Mrs. Andrew S. Mills of Jackson; five sisters, Mrs. Euell White, Mrs. Leonard Suddeth, Mrs. Fred Echols, and Mrs. John Meacham, all of Atlanta; Mrs. Bailey Jones of Jackson; one brother, Thomas L. Mills of Atlanta; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Olin Mills, Luther Mills, Ronald Suddeth, Harold Williamson, Steve Jones, and Bill Jones.

Mills, Dianne Neal
Jackson Progress Argus 08 Feb 1984
     Mrs. Dianne Neal Mills, 41, of Greensboro, N. C. died Thursday.
     Survivors include ,her husband, Olin G. Mills; sons, Tom and Brant Mills, both of Greensboro; mother, Mrs. Ouida Garmon of Decatur; mother:in-law, Mrs. Doris Mill s of Jackson.
     Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon at 2:00 in the chapel of Haisten Funer al Home in Jackson wi th the Rev. Louis Harrlso n officiating. Burial was in the County Lin e Cemetery in Jenkinsburg.
     Pallbearers were A. L. Crockett Tony Richardson, Lar ry Childress, Ken Presley, Bill Sullivan, and Franklin Washington.
     
Mills, Elizabeth A. Bledsoe
Jackson Progress Argus 3 Nov 1933
Mrs. Elizabeth Mills Passes at Age of 96
     The death of Mrs. Elizabeth Mills, 96 years of age, occurred at her home at Jenkinsburg Tuesday morning. Death resulted from the infirmities of age. Until recently Mrs. Mills was in her accustomed health and her last illness was not a long or painful one. Her death brings deep sorrow to a host of relatives and friends.
     Mrs. Mills was a lifelong resident of Jenkinsburg. She was a daughter of the late Mr. James E. and Mrs. Martha Bledsoe, pioneer settlers of this section. She was the widow of the late Mr, Robert Mills, and was connected with old and influential families of the county. Mrs. Mills was a devoted member of the Jenkinsburg Baptist church and attended services regularly as long as her health would permit. She was widely beloved for her fine qualities of character. Mrs. Mills, it is believed, was Butts county's oldest resident.
     Mrs. Mills is survived by two sons, Hon. J. H. Mills, former representative from Butts county and a former state president of the Farmers Union and prominent political figure in county and state politics; Mr. W. B. Mills, of McRae; three daughters, Mrs. Mary Bledsoe, of Eatonton; Mrs. Nettie Thurston, of Locust Grove, and Miss Mattie Mills, with whom she made her home. She is also survived by several grandchildren.
     Funeral services were held at the Jenkinsburg Baptist church Wednesday morning at 11 o'clock, with Rev. J. B, Stodghill, assisted by Rev. R. C, Owen, officiating. The esteem in which this beloved woman was held was attested by the beautiful floral offerings. Interment was in the church cemetery.

Mills, Elsie Williamson
Jackson Progress-Argus 9 Feb 1939
Mrs. V. H. Mills Called By Death
     The death of Mrs. V H. Mills, 41 years of age, prominent and beloved Jackson woman, occurred at 1:10 Friday morning at the Georgia Baptist Hospital in Atlanta. She became gravely ill about three weeks ago and on Wednesday was removed to the Atlanta hospital for treatment.
     The death of Mrs. Mills, who had been a resident of Jackson for several years, caused genuine sorrow to a host of friends over the county. She was the former Miss Elsie Williamson, daughter of Mr. J. T. Williamson and Mrs. Ninnie Thornton Williamson, of Vidalia, former residents of Butts county. She was connected with old and prominent families of the county, and was widely beloved for her devotion to her family and loyalty to her friends. Mrs. Mills was a loyal member of the Jenkinsburg Methodist church and took an active interest in religious affairs.
     Surviving relatives. are her husband, Mr. V. H. Mills, connected with the Butts county road department; four daughters, Mrs. Julian Price, Misses Elizabeth, Barbara and Joan Mills, all of Jackson; a son, Jack Mills, of Jackson; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Williamson, of Vidalia; two sisters, Mrs. O. C . Woodward and Miss Sara Williamson, of Atlanta; five brothers, Mr. R. T. Williamson, member of the Butts county police force; Messrs. R. W., J. H., H. T. and C. C. Williamson, all of Vidalia.
     Funeral services were held at the Jenkinsburg Methodist church Saturday morning at 11 o'clock. Rev. Mr. Burch, a former pastor at Jenkinsburg, Rev. G. H. Stone, present pastor and Rev. A. E. Barton, of the Jackson Methodist church, conducted the services. Many relatives and friends were present for a final tribute and the floral offerings evidenced the love and esteem, of friends, relatives and organizations. The pallbearers were, Julian Price, R. T. Williamson, R. W. Williamson, H. T. Williamson, J. H. Williamson and C. C. Williamson.
     Burial was in the family lot in the church cemetery.

Mills, Ernest William
Jackson Progress Argus 26 Sep 1974
Mr. Mills Buried In Cordele
     Mr. Ernest William Mills, 70, of Jenkinsburg, died Friday night about 10 o'clock at Sylvan Grove Hospital following a brief illness. Mr. Mills is believed to have suffered a massive heart attack at his home about five hours before his death.
     Born January 11, 1904 in Dooly County, Mr. Mills was the son of the late Mr. Henry Mills and the late Mrs. Elizabeth Gammage Mills. A retired farmer, Mr. Mills and his family moved to Jenkinsburg from Cordele a few years ago. He was a member of the Jenkinsburg Baptist Church.
     Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon, September 22nd, from the chapel of Dekle Funeral Home in Cordele with the Rev. Eugene Maddox, pastor of the Jenkinsburg Baptist Church, and a layman, Mr, Alvin Braswell, officiating. Interment was in the Sunnyside City Cemetery in Cordele. Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements in Jackson.
     Mr. Mills is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Juanita Mixon of Jenkinsburg; one son, Marvin Mills of Perry; three sisters, Mrs. Elsie Davidson of Pitts, Mrs. Evelyn Henderson of Warner Robins, and Miss Patsy Mills of Macon; seven grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.
     
Mills, Estelle Woodward
Jackson Progress Argus 29 Nov 1956
Services Monday In Griffin For Mrs. H. A. Mills
     Mrs. Harvey A. Mills of College Park, the former Miss Estelle Woodward of Griffin, died suddenly at her home Sunday.
     Mrs. Mills, graduate of the University of Georgia and a retired school teacher, had taught in Griffin and Hampton but had not taught since her marriage. She was the daughter of .the late Joseph A. Woodward and Sallie Duffey Woodward, and a niece
of Col J. C. Woodward of Georgia Military Academy.
     She was the wife of Harvey Mills, owner of the Mills Printing Company of East Point.
     Mrs. Mills was a member of the Presbyterian Church in Griffin and was a member of the Hight Point, N. C., D.A.R. Chapter where she lived prior to returning to Georgia.
     Besides her husband, she is survived by two sisters, Miss Laura Woodand and Miss Mae Woodward of Jackson.
     Graveside services were held at 11 a. m. Monday in Oakhill Cemetery in Griffin with the Rev. Dr. H. M. Lindsey officiating.

Mills, Fay N.
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Jul 1988
     Fay N. Mills, 30, of Jenkinsburg, drowned July 12 in Skyland Lake at Locust Grove.
     The funeral was held Friday at 2 p.m. at Ward's Glenwood Chapel in Atlanta with the Rev. Raymond Hill officiating. Burial was in Fairview Memorial Gardens.
     Survivors include her husband, Doyce J, Mills; daughters, Tonya Mills and Brandy Mills of Jenkinsburg; son, James Newmon; parents, Mr. and Mrs. Junior F. Newmon of Ellenwood; sisters, Deborah Mills and Shelia Jamerson of Jenkinsburg, Mrs.Bobby Evans of Ellenwood, Denise Prince of Decatur, Wanda MaHaun of Conyers and Sherry Jamerson of Conley; brothers, Buster Newmon of Decatur, Cliff Newmon of Ellenwood and Steven Dowley of Decatur; grandfather, Roy Newmon of Decatur.
     Horis A. Ward Inc., Candler Road, was in charge of arrangements.

Mills, Fleeta Lummus
Jackson Progress Argus 02 Jan 1969
Corbin Burial For Mrs. Fleeta Lummus Mills
     Mrs. Fleeta Lummus Mills, 78, of 325 Wesley Drive, died about 1:30 o'clock Monday afternoon at Sylvan Grove Hospital following a brief illness. She was admitted to the hospital Christmas night. She was the widow of Mr. William Jefferson Mills of Corbin, Ky.
     A native of Newton County, Mrs. Mills was the daughter of the late Mr. C. T. Lummus and Mrs. Annie Moore Lummus. She had lived in Corbin, Kentucky for a long number of years before moving to Jackson to make her home with her daughter, Mrs. A. V. Maddox, and Mr. Maddox. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Corbin, Ky.
     Funeral services were held Tuesday, December 31st, from the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with interment scheduled in Corbin, Ky.
     Mrs. Mills is survived by three daughters, Mrs. A. V. Maddox of Jackson, Mrs. Lee Wyrick of Corbiu, Ky., and Mrs. Hobart Payne of Louisville, Ky.; five sisters, Mrs. O. S. Finley of Atlanta, Mrs. W. C. Ivey, Mrs. Cleo Hatfield, and Miss Grace Lummus, all of Porterdale; Mrs. E. W. Yancey of Augusta; one brother, Bill Lummus of Conyers; two grandchildren; four great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Mills, Infant
  The Jackson Argus September 10, 1896
Infant Dead.
     The infant baby boy of Col. and Mrs. M. M. Mills died on last Saturday. The remains were taken to Locust Grove on Sunday for interment. We extend to the bereaved parents the sympathy of the community.

Mills, Irene A Lynch
  The Jackson Progress-Argus July 6, 1934
Former Butts County Woman Killed In Fall.
     Mrs. Irene Lynch Mills received fatal injuries when she stepped from automobile on highway.
Griffin, Ga., July 2.
     Mrs. Irene Lynch Mills died Sunday afternoon as the result of injuries received when she fell or jumped from an automobile on the Jackson road. The coroner's jury, investigating the death, returned a verdict of accidental death.
     According to persons in the automobile Mrs. Mills hailed the driver of the car, Guy Chalkey, as he and three others drove past the knitting mill on Broad street and asked for a lift as far as Tom Foster's house, They stopped and she got on the running board of the car, a small coupe, and would not get inside, saying "I am going only a short distance."
     When the car neared the Foster residence, the four young men in the car testified, Chalkey slowed up but Mrs. Mills "either stepped off or fell" and struck her head on the paving. Haisten Brothers ambulance was called but Mrs. Mills was dead when they reached the hospital.
     The four men in the car were Guy Chalkey, the driver, J. P. Folds, the owner, Walter Hatton and Olin Martin. They told the coroner's jury they were going to Indian Springs when Mrs. Mills stopped them. They claimed their automobile was "not going fast" when the accident happened.
     An eye witness, Mrs. A. F. Sharp, who lives near the intersection of the old and new Jackson roads, told the coroners jury that the automobile was speeding "right along" and that she heard Mrs. Mills pleading in a loud voice, with the men in the car to "let me get off."
     The coroner's jury with Collier Cooper as foreman, rendered the following verdict; We the coroner's jury find that Mrs. Irene Lynch Mills met her death Sunday, July 1, when she fell or jumped from the running board of an automobile near Griffin, Spalding county, Ga., and that the automobile was driven by Guy Chalkey.
     Mrs. Mills lived in Blount, Ga., in Monroe county.
     Mrs. Mills is survived by her mother, Mrs. Dora Harkness; five brothers, Mick, Oda, Sam, and Plomer Lynch of Jackson, and Pinkney Lynch of Stone Mountain; three sisters, Mrs. Mary Fears, Blount; Mrs. Kizzie Maddox, and Mrs. Addie Mae Ivey, of Forsyth.
     Funeral services for Mrs. Mills were held at Stark Methodist church Tuesday morning at 11 o'clock, with S. H. Thornton, funeral director in charge. Rev. L. L. Minton was the officiating minister and interment was in the churchyard.

Mills, James Henry
Jackson Progress-Argus Oct 3, 1940
Hon. J. H. Mills Claimed by Death
Spent Active Career in Working For County and State. Served District in the State Senate.
     Not only the people of his home county but thousands of Georgians as well were sorry to learn of the death of Hon. James Henry Mills,71, which occurred early Saturday in his home at Jenkinsburg. He had been in feeble health for several years.
     Mr. Mills had a long and active career of service to the people of the county and state. He represented Butts county in the lower house of the general assembly and the26th district in the state senate. He was state dairy inspector under the J. J. Brown administration and state president of the Georgia Farmers Union and a national lecturer for that farm group. He had served his town as mayor and chairman of school trustees and was actively interested in community and county development.
     A member of the Jenkinsburg Methodist church, Mr. Mills was an active party leader and a tested Democrat. He was a loyal friend before his health failed was active in all progressive movements. His personal popularity was attested by the fact he was seldom defeated for any office he sought.
     Born July 1, 1869, he was a son of Robert and Elizabeth Bledsoe Mills. He is survived by his wife, the former Miss Melissie Gray; a son, Valverd H. Mills; five grand-children, Mrs. Julian Price, Misses Barbara, Joan and Elizabeth Mills, and Jack Mills; a brother, W. B. Mills, McRae, and a sister, Mrs. Nettie Thurston, Locust Grove.
     Funeral services were conducted at the Jenkinsburg Methodist church Sunday at 11 a. m. by Dr. Ben Ingram of Forsyth. Interment was in the Jenkinsburg cemetery with Thornton Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements.,

Mills, James Horace
Jackson Progress Argus 04 Apr 1984
     James Horace (Jimmy) Mills, 62, of Smarr, Ga. died Thursday at the Medical Center of Central Georgia after an illness of several months.
     Mr. Mills was born in Henry County, son of the late Charles Henry Mills and Mary Bell Mills. He was retired from Warner Robins Air Force Base and was a veteran of World War II.
     Survivors include his wife, Donie Plymale Mills of Smarr; step-daughter, Nancy Hinnant of Macon; step-granddaughter, Cathy Hinnant of Dallas, Texas; sisters, Allie Allen of Covington, Ruby Lane of East Point, and Maggie Raines of Covington; several nieces and nephews.
     Services were held Saturday at 3 p. m . in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with the Rev. Bill Coleman officiating. Burial was in the Sandy Creek cemetery.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Mills, James Thomas "Jack"
Jackson Progress Argus 05 Oct 1988
     James Thomas "Jack" Mills, 69, of Sumter, S.C., died Sunday at a Columbia, S.C., hospital following a three week illness.
     The funeral was held Wednesday at 3 p. m. at Grace Baptist Church in Sumter with burial in the Sumter cemetery.
     Mr. Mills, a native of Jackson, was the son of Valverd H. and Elzie Williamson Mills. He was retired from the Bi-Lo Corporation and was a World War II Army veteran. He was a member of Grace Baptist Church, which he served as chairman of ushers, and he served on the Board of Directors of the Sumter Braves.
     Survivors include his wife, Merle T. Mills; a daughter, Jackie Mills of Sumter; and a sister, Joanne Fletcher of Jackson.
     
  Mills, Mattie
  Jackson Progress Argus 08 Jul 1965
Jenkinsburg Rites Tuesday For Miss Mattie Mills, 94
     Graveside services for Miss Mattie Mills, 94, of Jenkinsburg, who died early Monday morning following a lengthy illness, were held Tuesday morning at 11 o'clock at Jenkinsburg Cemetery with the Rev. Don Harp, pastor of the Jenkinsburg Charge, officiating. Interment was in the cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Miss Mills was daughter of the late Robert Mills and Mrs. Elizabeth Lewis Mills of Jenkinsburg. She was a member of the Jenkinsburg Baptist Church and was one of the oldest residents of the county.
     Survivors include four nephews, among whom is V. H. Mills of Jackson; and two nieces.

Mills, Mattie
  Middle Georgia Argus January 19, 1884
Obituary.
     Died in Newnan on 7th of January 1884 Miss Mattie Mills, who was a native of this county, having been born and raised here, but a citizen of Newnan for the past nine or ten years.
     She was the last descendant of Thos. Mills deceased, who was a citizen of this county for many years and who many of our older citizens will remember. Deceased was as estimable lady, much loved by all who knew her, for her gentleness and purity. A few years since she had submitted to her care little Eva, the only child of a deceased sister, Mrs. Hackney. The tender cares she has bestowed upon this sweet little child should give her memory a dwelling place in the hearts of all. The deceased was a true christian, was perfectly conscience of her approaching death, but fully resigned to meet her fate at the hands of Him whom we all should prepare to meet. A Friend.

Mills, Melissa M. Gray
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Dec 1942
Mrs. J. H. Mills Died Saturday At Home of Son
     The death of Mrs. J. H. Mills, one of the county's beloved residents, occurred Saturday night at 8:30 at the home of her son, Valverd Mills, in Jackson. In feeble health for the last several years her death resulted from a stroke.
     Born September 9, 1872, she was the former Miss Melissie Gray, daughter of John R. and Mrs. Mary Lewis Gray, esteemed residents of this section. On June 16, 1890, she was married to James Henry Mills, who preceded her in death. Her husband was widely known as a leader in the Farmers Union, as a civic and religious leader and formerly represented Butts county in the general assembly and the 26th district in the state senate. After the death of her husband, Mrs. Mills moved to Jenkinsburg and had resided with her children here. She was a member of the Jenkinsburg Methodist church.
     She is survived by one son, Valverd Mills of Jackson; five grandchildren, Miss Elizabeth Mills, Atlanta; Mrs. Julia Price and Misses Barbara and Joan Mills of Jackson; Jack Mills of Canton, and one great grandchild, Charles Price of Jackson
     Funeral services were held at the Jenkinsburg Methodist church Sunday afternoon at 3:30 with the Rev. E. W. McDougal officiating. The pallbearers were Clyde Walker, Floyd O'Neal, I. T. Fincher, E. A. Godsey, Avon Gaston, Austin Mills.
     Burial was in the church cemetery with Thornton Funeral Homes directing the arrangements.

Mills, Pittman M., Lieut.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus March 11, 1921
Former Jackson Boy Met Death.
Lieut. Pittman Mills met death in automobile accident in Texas Sunday. Was well known here.
     Many Butts county friends will regret to learn of the death of Lieut. Pittman M. Mills, which occurred Sunday night at McAllen, Texas, when the automobile he was driving struck a buggy and overturned, breaking his neck.
     Lieutenant Mills was a member of the eighth aerial squadron, now doing service on the Mexican border, where he had been for the past several months. His mother, Mrs. M. M. Mills, who resides at No. 2 Elizabeth street, Atlanta, was visiting him at the time the tragedy occurred.
     He was a graduate of the Georgia Military Academy and of the North Georgia Agricultural College at Dahlonega and entered the army when the war was first declared. His ground training was received at Columbus, Ohio and he was later sent to Kelly field, Texas.
     Lieu. Mills was a son of the late Col. Morgan Mills, former county attorney of Butts county. The young man was born and reared in Jackson and visited here during the past year. Besides his mother, he is survived by three uncles, Col. J. B. Wall, of Fitzgerald, Mr. W. P. Wall, of Jackson and Hon. J. H. Mills, of Jenkinsburg.
     The body will be taken to Atlanta for funeral and interment.

The Jackson Progress-Argus March 11, 1921
     Friends here will regret to learn of the accidental death of Lieut. Pittman M. Mills of the air service which occurred in Texas Sunday evening. He was the only child of the late Col. M. M. Mills, and spent his early childhood in Jackson.

Mills, Robert J.
  Butts County Progress August 6, 1909
Death of Mr. Mills.
     Mr. Robert Mills, father of Mr. J. H. Mills, died at his home at Jenkinsburg Saturday morning at 11 o'clock.
     Mr. Mills was one of the best known and most prominent citizens of the county and had a large circle of friends. He is survived by two sons, Messrs. J. H. Mills of Jenkinsburg and Byron Mills south Georgia. Mr. Mills was 87 years of age and spent his life working for the good of his county and his fellow man.
     The funeral took place from the Methodist church at Jenkinsburg Sunday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock. The services were conducted by Rev. Mr. Vaughn

Mills, Robert Thornton
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Aug 1932
Robert Mills Killed When Gun Discharges
Boys Were Playing in Barn When Rifle Supposed to Be Unloaded Accidently Discharged. Popular Lad
     Robert Thornton Mills, eleven-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Valverd Mills, of Jenkinsburg, was fatally wounded Tuesday afternoon while playing with a companion, Edmund Merritt, when a rifle was accidently discharged, sending a bullet through the lad's head. The accident happened about 4 o'clock and the lad died at 11 that night at the Griffin hospital where he was rushed for medical attention.
     The boys were playing in the barn of Mrs. J. M. Bankston and in some way the rifle, thought to be unloaded, was discharged. The bullet from the .22 caliber rifle entered the back of the head, lodging near the right eye. The bullet pierced the brain, it was said.
     Young Mills had been shooting rats a few days previous and left the rifle in the barn. He is said to have thought only one cartridge remained and that bullet he had in his pocket. The exact manner in which the rifle was discharged is not known.
     The tragedy came as a great shock to the family and friends. Young Merritt is prostrated at the fatal termination of an afternoon's play. The lads, popular school boys, were good friends and often played and romped together. The Merritt lad was visiting his grandmother, Mrs. Bankston, and young Mills had gone to visit his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Mills, and they were playing games when grim tragedy stalked across the scene.
     Young Mills, the second son of Mr. and Mrs. Valverd Mills, was a popular school boy and was enrolled in the Butts county 4-H clubs. He was a lad of promise and had many friends among old and young alike.
     He is survived by his parents, grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Mills, of Jenkinsburg, the former state senator from the 26th district and president at one time of the Georgia division of the Farmers Union, Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Williamson, of Vidalia; a brother, Jack; three sisters, Misses Marjorie, Elizabeth and Barbara Mills.
     Funeral services were to be held Thursday morning at 11 o'clock at the Jenkinsburg Methodist church with Rev. R. C. Owen, pastor, officiating. Many relatives and friends gathered for a tribute to this popular young boy and expressed their love by pretty floral offerings. Interment was in the churchyard.

Mills, Valverd Henry
Jackson Progress Argus 26 Sep 1968
Services This Afternoon For Valverd Mills
     Mr. Valverd Mills ot 392 West Avenue, Jackson, died at Sylvan Grove Hospital late Tuesday afternoon following extended illness.
     A lifelong resident of Butts county, he was the son of the late Mr. James Henry Mills and Mrs. Melissa Gray Mills, both of Butts County. He was a member of the Jackson Methodist Church and was a machinery operator for Butts County until ill health forced his retirement.
     Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at 3 o'clock at Haisten Chapel with Rev. Ed Galloway, pastor of the Jenkinsburg Charge and Rev. Ray Dunahoo, pastor of the Jackson Methodist Church officiating. Interment will be in the Jenknsburg Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Mills is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Marjorie Price of McDonough; Mrs. Elizabeth Cruce of Anaheim, Calif., Mrs. Barbara Thornton of Washington, and Mrs. Jo Anne Fletcher of Jackson; one son, Jack Mills of Sumter S. C.; five grandchildren; one great grandchild.
     Pallbearers will be Wilson Caston, Herschel Harris, Joe Moore, Tommy Mills, Barney Wilder and Lamar Fletcher.

Mills, Willie Batson
Jackson Progress Argus 02 Aug 1973
Jenkinsburg Woman Falls In Well and Dies; Cat Rescued
     A 66-year-old Jenkinsburg woman, Mrs. Willie Batson Mills, fell through a weakened portion of her back porch into a 60 foot unused well and was either drowned or suffered fatal injuries in her fall. The freakish accident happened about 11:45 a.m. Monday with her body being removed from the well approximately one hour later.
     Mrs. James Mixon, of Jenkinsburg, a daughter, told the Progress-Argus that her mother and father and her four children, Beth 13, Mark 16, Mickey 14 and Dwayne 11, had been sitting on the porch and out under a shade tree in the yard when Mrs. Mills went back into the house to finish her dinner.
     After a short time one of the children asked his grandfather where Mrs. Mills was. The child went to look for her in the house and was unable to find her. It was at this time the hole in the porch was noticed through which she fell into the well and to her death.
     The Butts County Sheriff's Department was notified with Sheriff Barney L. Wilder and deputies reporting to the scene at once. Neighbors and friends had assembled and efforts were being made to lower Sheriff Wilder into the well when the Butts County Civil Defense Unit arrived. John Chiappetta quickly provided ropes and descended into the well to tie a line around the body of Mrs. Mills which was brought to the porch floor after Mr. Chiappetta came up from the well's depths.
     To add a macabre touch to the incident, a black kitten, about three or four months old, also fell into the well and had found a place of precarious safety against a ledge close to the water line. After the body of Mrs. Mills was recovered, Mr. Chiappetta was again lowered into the well with a sack and flashlight where he recovered the terrified feline from its perch. The kitten was released unharmed outdoors and scurried off to the safety of a large fig tree and an outbuilding.
     Mrs. Mixon said that all members of the family had been over portions of the floor that collapsed literally hundreds of times as it was between a freezer and a washing machine. The well was not used by the family for their water supply as it came from another source, Mrs. Mixon stated. In fact, Mrs. Mixon was not certain that she or members of her family knew of the well's existence since it had been boarded over during the time they had resided at the house.
Mrs. Mixon said that a message she would like to convey would be for everyone to "cover up old wells, which by doing would help prevent tragedies such as happened Monday morning."
     Mrs. Mills was the wife of Ernest W. Mills and was born August 28, 1906 in Dooley County. She was the daughter of the late Mr. William Batson and Mrs. Cora Shell Batson, who survives.
     Mrs. Mills had resided in Jenkinsburg about ten years and was a member of the Jenkinsburg Baptist Church.
     Her body lay in state at Sherrell Funeral Horne until three o'clock Tuesday afternoon when it was carried to the Raney-Dekle Funeral Home in Cordele. Funeral services were conducted Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock from the chapel of the funeral home with interment in Sunnyside Cemetery in Cordele. Sherrell Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of local arrangements with Raney-Dekle Funeral Home at Cordele in charge of final rites.
     Mrs. Mills is survived by her husband, Ernest W. Mills; mother, Mrs. Cora S. Batson of Cordele; a daughter, Mrs. James Mixon of Jenkinsburg; a son, Marvin Mills of Perry; two sisters, Mrs. Gebie Meadows of Cordele and Mrs. George Martin of Macon; 7 grandchildren.

Milner, Roswell Van
Jackson Progress Argus 12 Feb 1992
     Mr. Roswell Van Milner, 68, of Barnesville died Saturday in Barnesville.
     Funeral services were Tuesday, Feb. 11, in the chapel of Williams Funeral Home in Barnesville. Interment was in Greenwood Cemetery.
     Mr. Williams is survived locally by son Aubrey Milner of Jackson.
     Williams Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Milner, Vallie Mae Smith
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Oct 1959
Mrs. Milner Was Buried Oct. 19 At Houston, Tex.
     Mrs. W. B. Milner, 60, of Houston, Texas died Saturday, October 17, at her home with funeral services and interment held in Houston Monday, October 19.
     Mrs. Milner, born and reared in Butts County, was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Smith. She had resided in Houston the past 20 years and was a member of the Baptist Church.
     Survivors include her husband, W. B. Milner; sons, R. W. Milner, W. B. Milner Jr., all of Houston; Ernest E. Milner, Duncan, Okla.; sisters, Mrs. Ethel Duke, Corbin, Ky.; Mrs. S. S. Pace, Jackson; Mrs. Maggie Claridy, Tampa, Fla.; brothers, Aaron Smith, Fort Pierce, Fla.; Robert Smith, Elwood Smith, and Ira Smith, all of Jackson; John Henry Smith, Corbin, Ky.; eight grandchildren.

Milton, Mary Ann Joyner
Jackson Progress-Argus, October 30, 1947.
Mrs. B. C. Milton Dies at Americus.
     Mrs. B. C. Milton, 91, former resident of Butts county, died Sunday night at the home of her granddaughter, Mrs. L. D. Slappey, in Americus. She was born in Monroe county but lived in the Iron Springs community of Butts county for a long time. She was before her marriage Miss Mary Ann Joyner, sister of the late Mrs. N. R. McCord and the late Mr. Jim Joyner of Jackson.
     Funeral services were held in Americus and burial was in the Locust Grove cemetery Tuesday afternoon.
     Mrs. Milton's only daughter, Mrs. Jennie Lou Peek of Locust Grove died eight years ago. She is survived by her husband, who is 94, and six grandchildren.

Mims, Alice
(See Butler, Lilly)
     
Minter, Howard Lee, Sergeant
  The Jackson Progress-Argus November 22, 1918
Red Cross Nurse Writes Mr. Minter
Describes last illness of Sergeant Minter
Flowers cover grave
A sympathetic letter received from representative of Red Cross in France- Graves are well cared for
     That Sergeant Howard Lee Minter, who died of pneumonia on Sept. 25 while serving with the American Expeditionary Forces in France, was given a full military funeral, in the news conveyed to his parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Minter, by a Red Cross nurse. The following letter has been received by Mr. and Mrs. Minter:
Breast, Sept. 27, 1918.
My dear Mr. Minter:
     It is with heartfelt regret that I write to tell you of the death of your son, Howard, on Sept. 25th, at 11 p.m. at navy base hospital No. 1. He had contracted broncho-pneumonia and was very ill from the beginning, so ill in fact that he did not realize his condition and therefore could not send any message home. As the Red Cross representative of the hospital, I attended his funeral today which was conducted with full military honors. An American flag covered the casket, a beautiful bunch of flowers presented by the Y.M.C.A. was placed on it, and a military escort accompanied it to the grave. The army chaplain read the service for the dead, the bugler sounded "Taps" and your dear boy's body was committed to the ground reserved for our American soldiers.
     Try to comfort yourself with the thought that your boy died in trying to serve his country, and believe that we all sympathize with you in your bereavement.
Sympathetically yours,
Edith J. Davis
American Red Cross Representative
     Mr. Minter has also received a letter from Col. S. D. Butler, commanding the 13 regiment, U. S. Marine Corps, telling of the death of Sergeant Minter. The American Red Cross at Washington has likewise written Mr. Minter a sympathetic letter, promising to send a photograph of Sergeant Minter's grave, showing with what care the French women cover the graves of American dead with flowers.

Minter, John Otis
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Sep 1976
J. O. Minter Is Buried Tuesday At Jenkinsburg
     Mr. John Otis Minter, 82, of Jenkinsburg, died Monday morning about 8 o'clock at Sylvan Grove Hospital after being admitted there Sunday afternoon.
     Born in Jasper County, he was son of the late William Robert Minter and Lucy Williams Minter. He was a retired merchant, having operated Minter's Grocery at Jenkinsburg, for many years.
     Mr. Minter was a member of the Jenkinsburg Baptist Church.
     Funeral services were conducted Tuesday afternoon, September 14, at 2 p.m. from the Jenkinsburg Baptist Church with the Rev. Harry Shepherd officiating. Interment was in the Jenkinsburg cemetery.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Rosa Thompson Minter, Jenkinsburg; three daughters, Mrs. E. V. Patrick of Carrollton, Mrs. John Walker of Cairo, and Mrs. J. W. Watkins, Jr. of Stone Mountain; seven grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; one brother, Ray E. Minter of McDonough; one sister, Mrs. Lillie M. Sanders of Soquel, California; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Tom Sims, D. T. Ford, Huey Hooten, Harry Ridgeway, Clay Saunders, and T. H. Price.
     Honorary pallbearers were T. T. Patrick, Frank Childs and Adel Allen.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Minter, Mattie
  Middle Georgia Argus July 1, 1890
Death Of A Young Lady
     We regret to chronicle the death of Miss Mattie Minter which occurred at two o'clock p.m. last Saturday at the home of Mr. J. M. Byars in this place. Miss Mattie was a young lady just blooming into womanhood, and had been sick but a short time when death relieved her. We extend our sympathies to the relatives and friends of the deceased.

Minter, Richard A.
  Butts County Progress February 7, 1913
Mr. R. A. Minter Dead At Age Of 70
     At the age of 70, Mr. R. A. Minter died at the home of his son, Mr. W. R. Minter near Jenkinsburg, Monday night. The deceased was a prominent citizen and had a large circle of friends who regretted to learn of his death. He is survived by two brothers, J. W. Minter, of Macon, J. A. Minter, of Thomasville; two sisters, Mrs. W. O. Wills, of this city, Mrs. J. P. Paul of Macon; a son, W. R. Minter, two daughters, Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Williams.
     The funeral took place at County Line church Wednesday, Rev. Z. E. Barron conducting the services.

The Jackson Argus February 7, 1913
R. A. Minter Passes Away.
     After a brief illness, R. A. Minter, a half brother of Mesdames O. B. Willis and Lacey Maddox, of Jackson, died Tuesday night at the home of his son, W. R. Minter, at Jenkinsburg.
     The deceased was 71 years of age, and besides his son, there survive him, two daughters in South Georgia, Mesdames Thomas Williams and John Jones, and several half sisters and brothers.
     His body was interred in County Line cemetery.
Minter, Robert
  Middle Georgia Argus February 2, 1886
     Mr. Robert Minter a gentleman from Jasper to Jackson about one year ago died at his residence on Walnut street on Saturday morning at 7 o'clock. His remains were buried on Saturday in the cemetery here. At the time of his death Mr. Minter was about 66 years of age.

Middle Georgia Argus February 2, 1886
In Memoriam.
     Robert Minter departed this life on the 30th of January 1886. He was stricken with paralysis about fifteen days before his death and lingered in a lifeless condition for two weeks when he was visited the second time by the same monster, about 7 o'clock on Saturday morning from which he died in a few minutes without a struggle, as if he had fallen asleep. He had been a devoted member of the Baptist church for twenty-five or thirty years, and ever trusted in the grace of his Savior. We have every reason to believe that he has gone to rest.
     Mr. Minter was born in Jasper county, Georgia on February 23rd 1820. He leaves a wife and eight children who will ever cherish his memory.
     As a husband, he was ever kind and devoted, and as a father he was true and affectionate. We can never be with him again on earth, but hope to meet him in that Goodly Land.
Jackson Ga. Feby. 1st 1886
A Friend.

Minter, Robert Lafayette
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Dec 1986
     Robert Lafayette Minter of McDonough, a retired farmer who served as a director of the Central Georgia EMC for 30 years, died Friday at his home. He was 87.
     The funeral was Saturday at 2 p.m. at D. T. Carmichael Funeral Home in McDonough with burial at. Eastlawn Memorial Gardens.
     Mr. Minter was a native of Fayette County and a member of the McDonough First Baptist Church.
     Survivors include his wife, Helen Rodgers Minter; son, John Minter of Macon; three sisters-in-law; a brother-in-law; and two grandchildren.

Minter, Rosa Thompson
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Apr 1977
Mrs. Minter's Rites Were Held April 20
     Mrs. Rosa Thompson Minter, 81, lifelong resident of Butts County and widow of Mr. John O. Minter, passed away Tuesday night, April 19th, at the Westbury Medical Care Home in Jenkinsburg following a long period of declining health.
     The beloved matron was a member of the Jenkinsburg Baptist Church, the Jackson High School Class of 1915, and a charter member of the Jenkinsburg Garden Club.
     Born in Butts County, she was daughter of the late William M. Thompson and the late Elizabeth Kimbell Thompson.
     Mrs. Minter is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Lucy Patrick of Carrollton, Mrs. John Walker of Cairo, and Mrs. Rebecca Watkins of Stone Mountain; seven grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Vertie Perdue of Golden, Colorado; several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were conducted Wednesday afternoon, April 20, at four o'clock from the Jenkinsburg Baptist Church with the Rev. Harry Shepherd officiating. Burial was in Jenkinsburg Cemetery.
     Pallbearers were Harold Standard, D. T. Ford, Harry Ridgeway, Adel Allen, H. M.
Hooten, Wilson Caston.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge' of arrangements.

Minter, Sarah J. Steele
  Middle Georgia Argus March 27, 1888
Dead.
     Mrs. Minter, widow of the late Robt. Minter died at her residence in this place on Saturday night. Her remains were buried from the Baptist church on yesterday at 1 o'clock, Rev. W. G. McMichael conducting the funeral ceremonies. Mrs. Minter was an old lady and was beloved by all who knew her. She had lived a devoted christian and was ready when the call was made to take the realities of a better world. We sympathize with the bereaved ones.

Middle Georgia Argus April 10, 1888
Obituary
     Mrs. Sarah J. Minter, nee Steele, was born in Jasper county, Ga., on the 5th day of December, 1830 and died in Jackson, Ga., on the 26th day of March 1888. She possessed faith in Jesus and was baptized into the fellowship of Hopewell church at the age of seventeen. She was one of the constituting members of Bethel church. She moved to Jackson in January, 1885, and united with the church here.
     She was married to Robert Minter in the year 1857, who preceded her in death two years ago. She lived a faithful disciple of Jesus, reading the bible through once or twice each year, and delighted in the attendance and worship of God's house. She leaves three children the eldest a member of the Baptist church in Jackson, and married, the other two nearly grown.
     Her great anxiety to live was on account of her children. Her sickness was of short duration, but very severe, which she bore with submission. Her death was calm and triumphant. May her prayers be answered in the salvation of her children.
Pastor.

Minter, Lucy S. Williams
  The Butts County Progress July 25, 1913
Mrs. W. R. Minter Goes To Her Reward.
     Mrs. W. R. Minter, one of Butts county's most beloved women, died at her home near Jenkinsburg Tuesday afternoon at 5 o'clock. Her death came as a great shock to both her family and a large circle of friends with whom she was deservedly popular.
     She was a member of the Baptist church and was known and admired as an estimable christian woman. Before her marriage she was Miss Lucy Williams of Jasper county. Surviving her are her husband, Mr. W. R. Minter, three sons, John O., Howard and Ray Minter, two daughters, Misses Ethel and Lillie Woods Minter, three sisters, of Forsyth and one brother, Mr. John S. Williams, of Jasper county.
     The funeral was held at County Line church Wednesday afternoon at 4 o'clock. The services were conducted by her pastor, Rev. I. G. Walker, of Locust Grove.
     An infant by which Mrs. Minter was also survived died Wednesday afternoon, with interment Thursday.
     In their deep sorrow the family have the sympathy of a host of friends.

Minter, William
  The Jackson Argus July 9, 1897
     Mr. William Minter, a very wealthy citizen, an old bachelor, of Jasper county, died last Monday. He was related to Mrs. O. B. Willis of this place.

Minter, Willie Williams (Stone)
Jackson Progress-Argus May 30, 1940
Mrs. W. R. Minter Claimed by Death
     The death of Mrs. W. R. Minter, 67 years of age, widely beloved resident of Henry county, occurred at her home Sunday at 9:30 a. m. and resulted after a month's illness. On April 27 she suffered a stroke and received treatment in an Atlanta hospital and was able to return home. A second stroke suffered last week proved fatal.
     Mrs. Minter, who formerly resided in Butts county, was born in Monroe county and previous to her first marriage was Miss Willie Williams. She was Mrs. Willie Stone when she was married to Mr. Minter. For the last few years the family have resided near McDonough. She was a member of Bethany Baptist church and was an active religious worker and was admired for her many fine qualities of character.
     Surviving relatives include her husband, two sons, T. P. of McDonough, and W. C. Stone, of St. Petersburg; two grandchildren, Billy and Marion Stone; two step-daughters, Mrs. H. B. Whitaker of Flovilla and Mrs G. M. Saunders, of Manchester; two step-sons, John O. and Ray Minter, of Jenkinsburg.
     Funeral services were held at Bethany church Monday afternoon with the pastor, Rev. W. B. Carr, officiating. Interment was in County Line cemetery.

Minton, Eva Hale
Jackson Progress Argus 22 Jan 1959
Mrs. L. L. Minton Died Wednesday At Pepperton Home
     Funeral services for Mrs. L. L. Minton, 72, who died Wednesday afternoon at her home in Pepperton following a lengthy illness, were held Friday afternoon at the Pepperton Baptist Church with the Rev. James Burleson, pastor, and the Rev. Ralph Goodwin, pastor of the Jackson Church of the Nazarene, officiating. Interment was in the Pepperton cemetery with Patterson Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Born in Henry county, the former Miss Eva Hale, Mrs. Minton was the daughter of Bob Hale and Mrs. Frances Cordelia Hale. She was an employee of Pepperton Cotton Mills for more than 40 years until ill health forced her retirement about two years ago. She had been in poor health for several months and her death was not unexpected.
     She was a member of the Pepperton Baptist Church and was one of the most widely known and respected residents of the community in which she had lived so long.
     Survivors include her husband, Rev. L. L. Minton; one daughter, Mrs. Curtis Mashburn, Jackson; one son, Elzie Lee Minton, Jackson; two sisters, Mrs. Ella Byars, Jackson; Mrs. Allie Clark, Fitzgerald; one brother, Robert Hale, Griffin; two grandchildren, Patricia Anne Minton of Jackson; and Phillip Lee Minton with the U. S. Armed Forces on Okinawa.
     Pallbearers were James Bedsole, Walter Bedsole, Clarence Byars, William Clark, Tommy Hale, Arthur Price.

Minton, J. W.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus March, 27, 1925
Mr. J. W. Minton Yields To Death.
     Following an illness of some time, Mr. J. W. Minton, aged 67, a highly esteemed citizen of Pepperton, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. L. A. Bedsole, Wednesday morning at 11 o'clock.
     Mr. Minton, who had been a resident of Pepperton for some years is survived by four daughters, Mrs. L. A. Bedsole and Mrs. W. E. Price, of Pepperton, Mrs. Ralph Hoard, of Griffin, and Mrs. Gary Bennett, of Dalton; three sons, Rev. L. L. Minton, of Pepperton, Chancey Minton of Macon, and Julius Minton, of Jewel.
     The body was shipped Wednesday night to Culverton, Ga., for funeral and interment.

Minton, Lucius Lafayette, Rev.
Jackson Progress Argus 05 Aug 1965
L. L. Minton Retired Pastor, Died on Friday
     Rev. Lucius Lafayette Minton, 80, retired Baptist minister and former pastor of the Pepperton Baptist Church, died Friday morning at Georgia Baptist Hospital following a period of ill health extending over several years and a critical illness of a week.
     Mr. Minton was born August 7, 1884 in Hancock County, the son of John Warren Minton and Mrs. Eugenia Jackson Minton. His wife, deceased, was Mrs. Eva Estelle Hale Minton. Mr. Minton served several years as pastor of the Pepperton Baptist Church, residing at 18 Main Street in the village, and had many friends in the area who regret to hear of his passing.
     Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon at 2:30 from the Pepperton Baptist Church with the Rev. James Burleson, pastor, and Rev. S. H. Odom officiating. Interment was in the Pepperton Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Survivors include one son, Elzie Minton, Jackson; one daughter, Mrs. Curtis Mashburn, Jackson; three sisters, Mrs. L. A. Bedsole of Jackson, Mrs. Jessie Hoard of Griffin; Mrs. Asa Lee Webb, Guin, Ala.; three grandchildren, one great grandchild.
     Pallbearers were Luther Byars, Robert Strawn, Arthur Price, Girden Cook, W. A. Cook, and Clarence Byars.
     
Mitchell, Benjamin Franklin
Jackson Progress Argus 26 Jun 1958
B. F. Mitchell Died Friday at Jackson Home
     Mr. Benjamin Franklin Mitchell, 67, retired state highway employee, died Friday night at his home in Jackson following a period of declining health extending more than a year. His death, however, was rather sudden and was believed to have been caused by a thrombosIs.
     Born in Crawford county, he was the son of the late George R. Mitchell and Mrs. Mattie Kelley Mitchell. He had resided in Butts county about 25 years, most of that time spent in service with the highway department where he was a skilled and valued employee, working many years as foreman. He was a member of the Baptist church.
     Funeral services for Mr. Mitchell were held at three o'clock from the Chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson with the Rev. Sidney L. Waterhouse, pastor of the First Baptist Church, officiating. Interment was in the city cemetery.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Ella Mae Akins Mitchell; two daughters, Mrs. Robert Winters, Jackson; Mrs. J. C. Fain of Barnesville; four sons, B. F. Mitchell Jr. of Zebulon, William C. Mitchell of Monticello, R. E. (Bill) Mitchell of Jackson, and C. R. Mitchell of West Palm :Beach, Fla.; two brothers, M. M. Mitchell of Culloden, and R. R. Mitchell of Atlanta; four sisters, Mrs. Sallie McLendon of Perry, Mrs. Johnny Walker of Culloden, Mrs. Exie Hortman and Mrs. Mamie Hortman, both of Moultrie; 23 grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were Sam Smith, J. D. Pope, John L. Coleman, C. B. Brown Jr., Joe Brown and Johnny Deraney.

Mitchell, Benjamin Franklin, Jr.
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Apr 1975
Heart Attack Claims Ben Mitchell Jr.
     Mr. Benjamin Franklin Mitchell, Jr., 59, of Rutledge, died early Tuesday morning, April 22nd, in the Newton County Hospital of an apparent heart seizure.
     Mr. Mitchell was born in Crawford County on February 16, 1916, the son of the late Mr. B. F. Mitchell, Sr., and Mrs. Molly Davis Mitchell. Mr. Mitchell lived most of his life in Butls County, moving to Rutledge eight years ago.
     Funeral services for Mr. Mitchell were conducted Wednesday, April 23rd, at 4 o'clock in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with Rev; W. H. Lunsford officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery with Sherrell Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Mitchell is survived by his wife, Mrs. Lorine Boyd Mitchell of Rutledge; nine sons, Boyd Mitchell and John Mitchell, both of Griffin, Bob Mitchell and Ben Mitchell III, both of Atlanta, Rick Mitchell of Social Circle, Kenneth Mitchell, Rile Mitchell, Donnie Mitchell and Ronny Mitchell, all of Rutledge; six daughters, Mrs. Margaret Bass and Mrs. Deborah Johnson, both of Atlanta, Mrs. Jerry Duke of Jackson, Mrs. Teresa Hollis of Madison, Mrs. Molly O'Brian of Cedar. Rapids, Iowa, and Miss Pam Mitchell of Rutledge; three brothers Bill Mitchell of Jackson, Chester Mitchell of Monticello, and Rudolph Mitchell of West Palm Beach, Florida; two sisters, Mrs. Louise Winters of Jackson and Mrs. Lucile Fain of Barnesville; 21 grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.

Mitchell, Carl Henderson
Jackson Progress Argus 22 Sep 1960
Carl Mitchell Died Suddenly At Noon Sunday
     Funeral services for Mr. Carl Henderson Mitchell, 68, who suffered a heart attack about noon Sunday and was pronounced dead upon arrival at the Jasper Connty Memorial Hospital, were held Monday afternoon at Sardis Baptist Church in Henry county. Officiating ministers were the Rev. T. H. Wilder, the Rev. Sidney L. Waterhouse and the Rev. Robert Chambers. Interment was in the churchyard cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge or arrangements.
     In poor health for some years, Mr. Mitchell apparently suffered a heart seizure about noon Sunday at his home on Walker Street. He was rushed by ambulance to the hospital in Monticello.
     A retired farmer, Mr. Mitchell was the son of Wiley Mitchell and Mrs. Anna Maddox Mitchell. He was a native of Henry county and was a member of Sardis Baptist Church.
     On Sunday, September 4th, Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell had observed their golden wedding anniversary, being tendered a surprise dinner and open house by their children. Mrs. Mitchell before her marriage was Miss Mae Carter of Henry county.
     Survivors include his wife; four daughters, Mrs. Adrian Lunsford and Mrs. Elizabeth Baldwin, both of Jackson; Mrs. Joe Stewart of Porterdale; Mrs. Watson Jones of McDonough; three sons, Roy Mitchell and Gene Mitchell, both of Jackson; Davis Mitchell of McDonough; two sisters, Mrs. Albert Smith of Flovilla; and Mrs. Euell Maddox, of Jackson; two brothers, Marvin Mitchell of Jackson and Douglas Mitchell of Macon; 11 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Herbert Ogletree, Garland Cook, Troy Allen, Ray Mitchell, Bernard Mitchell, and Healy Lunsford.
   
Mitchell, Charlie E.
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Apr 1955
Mrs. David Gray's Brother Passes In East Point
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. David Gray sympathize with them in the death of Mrs. Gray's brother, Charlie E. Mitchell, which occurred Tuesday, April 26, at his East Point home.
     Death struck down the World War II veteran suddenly after eating his noon-day meal, and a heart attack is believed to be the cause of death.
     Funeral services were held Thursday morning at 11 a. m. at the chapel of H. M. Patterson & Son Funeral Home in Atlanta.
     Survivors include his wife; daughter, Sara Charles Mitchell; father, Ed Mitchell; five sisters, Mrs. Jerome Boyt, Miss Sallie Mitchell, Mrs. Curtis Benfield, all of Yatesville; Mrs. William Traylor, Thomaston; Mrs. David Gray, Jackson; three brothers, O. C. Mitchell, East Point, Jack Mitchell, Yatesville, John Mitchell, Rome.

Mitchell, Davis
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Feb 1977
Davis Mitchell Buried Sunday In McDonough
     Funeral services for Mr. Davis Mitchell, of McDonough, were held Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock from the First Baptist Church of McDonough, with the Rev. J. E. Frazier, Jr. and Rev. Bill Gafford officiating. Interment was in the Eastlawn Memorial Park under the direction of D. T. Carmichael & Son, Inc.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Lois Mitchell of McDonough; brothers, Mr. Roy Mitchell and Mr. Eugene Mitchell, of Jackson; sisters, Mrs. Watson Jones and Mrs. Adrian Lunsford; both of Covington; several nieces and nephews.

Mitchell, Douglas Wiley
Jackson Progress Argus 14 Apr 1982
     Douglas Wiley Mitchell, 60, of 2717 Neptune Way, Macon, formerly of Jackson, died unexpectedly at his residence Saturday morning after suffering an apparent heart seizure.
     Mr. Mitchell was employed by the J. & R. Food Company in Macon and was a member of the Ft. Hawkins Masonic. Lodge No. 418 of Masons F&AM in Macon. He was also a member of the Sardis Baptist Church in Henry County.
     Mr. Mitchell was born November 18, 1921 in Butts County, the son of the late Wiley M. Mitchell and the late Laura Duke Mitchell.
     Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Mildred Faulkner Mitchell of Macon; a son, Wiley K. Mitchell of Monticello; a daughter, Mrs. Rachel Cason of Macon; and a sister, Mrs. Lillie Maddox of Jackson. Seven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins also survive.
     Funeral services were held Tuesday at 4 p.m. in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home in Jackson with Rev. Joe Faulkner and Rev. Chuck McCrackin officiating.

Mitchell, E. D., Mrs.
Jackson Progress Argus 01 Jul 1943
Mrs. Mitchell Taken By Death Past Thursday
     Friends sympathize with Mr. and Mrs. David Gray and little Michael Gray in the death of Mrs. Gray's mother, Mrs. E. D. Mitchell, 60 years of age, which occurred June 24 at the Crawford W. Long Hospital after a month's serious illness.
     Mrs. Mitchell, who had often visited her daughter here, resided at Yatesville and was a member of the Primitive Baptist church.
     Funeral services were held Saturday at New Hope church with Elder George Godard of Milner officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.
     In addition to her husband, Mrs. Mitchell is survived by ten children, including Mrs. Gray and Miss Jacquelyn Mitchell, teacher in Butts county schools; nine grandchildren; two sisters and one brother.

Mitchell, Ella Mae Aiken
Jackson Progress Argus 18 Nov 1976
Rites Held Monday For Mrs. Mitchell
     Funeral services for Mrs. Ella Mae Aiken Mitchell, 75, of Route 5, Jackson, were conducted Monday morning at 11 o'clock in Haisten's Chapel with the Rev. T. J. Thaxton officiating. Mrs. Mitchell died Saturday evening at her residence following a long illness. Interment was in Liberty Baptist Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Mitchell, a native of Butts County, was daughter of the late James David Aiken and the late Annie Clyde Smith Aiken. She retired in 1970 from the Kym Company in Jackson. She was a member of Liberty Baptist Church.
     Survivors include a son, James Ray Lowery, Jackson; three grandchildren, Mrs. Randall Lunsford of Spokanne, Washington, Mrs. Bernard Fidler and Robert Lowery, both of Jackson; one step-granddaughter, Mrs. Brian DeHart of Atlanta; six great-grandchildren; a sister, Mrs. Charlie Sims, and a nephew, Richard Sims, both of Locust Grove.
     Pallbearers were Dr. William Mitchell, Chester Mitchell, O. P. Sims, Randolph Sims, Paul Pruitt, Claude Maddox.

Mitchell, Ellen Horne
Jackson Progress Argus 01 Sep 1938
Mrs. Mitchell, Aged 95, Dies In Montgomery
     Friends here of Mrs. Mary M. Powers and Miss Pearl Mitchell, former residents of Jackson, sympathize with them in the death of their mother, Mrs. Ellen Horne Mitchell, aged 95, which occurred in Montgomery, Ala., Sunday. During the time that Mrs. Powers resided in Jackson, Mrs. Mitchell often visited here and is recalled as a woman of culture and a true daughter of the Old South.
     The following notice of Mrs. Mitchell's death appeared in newspapers:
     Hawkinsville, Ga.-- Funeral services were held here Monday for Mrs. Ellen Horne Mitchell, 95, one of Hawkinsville's most prominent women, who died Sunday at the home of relatives in Montgomery, Ala. She was the widow of Stephen Mitchell.
     Mrs. Mitchell was born in Hawkinsville, the daughter of General O. C. Horne, who served with distinction in the Mexican War and the War Between the States. Her mother was Mrs. Mary Ann Lowe Mitchell. It was largely through the efforts of Mrs. Mitchell that a U. D. C. chapter was organized in Hawkinsville. She served as its first president. The chapter was given the name of O. C. Horne, in honor of her father.
     Mrs. Mitchell spent practically her entire life in Hawkinsville, but for several years had made her home in Montgomery. She was a leader in club and church work, and was a member of the Episcopal church.
     She was the mother of four daughters, Mrs. W. T. Powers, Mrs. Jessie Erhart, Mrs. Tulane Kidd, Miss Carlotta Pearl Mitchell, and two sons.
     Funeral services were held at the family lot at Orange Hill Cemetery, Rev. R. H. Daniell officiating.

Mitchell, John T.
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Sep 1970
Brother of Mrs. Gray Passes at Home in Rome
     Mr. John T. Mitchell, brother of Mrs. Mary Ann Gray of Jackson, died Tuesday night, August 25th, at his home at 715 Avenue A, Rome.
     Mr. Mitchell was a retired grocery owner.
     Funeral services were conducted Thursday afternoon at four o'clock from the chapel of Jennings Funeral Home in Rome with burial in City Cemetery.
     Mr. Mitchell is survived by his wife, Mrs. Berta Terrell Mitchell; one son, Wyman Mitchell of Houston, Texas; three daughters, Miss Martha Joy Mitchell of Memphis, Tenn., Miss Aralyn Mitchell and Mrs. Judy Williams, of Rome; one brother, Jack Mitchill of Yatesville; five sisters, Miss Sally Mitchell and Mrs. Jacquelyn Benefield, of Yatesville; Mrs. Cora Traylor of Meansville, Mrs. Mary Ann Gray of Jackson, and Mrs. Ruth Boyt of Forsyth; several grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Mitchell, Katherine Pope
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Mar 1988
     Katherine Pope Mitchell, 81, a former resident of Barnesville, died Wednesday night, March 9, at the Wesley Woods Geriatric Health Center in Atlanta following a lengthy illness.
     The funeral was held Saturday at 2:30 p.m. in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Barnesville with the Rev. David Naglee and the Rev. Ernest Kendall officiating. Entombment was in the family mausoleum in Greenwood Cemetery in Barnesville.
     Mrs. Mitchell was a native of Pike County and had lived in Barnesville most of her life.
     She attended Wesleyan College and was a former school teacher. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Barnesville.
     Survivors include her husband, W. H. (Bill) Mitchell Jr. of Wesley Woods in Atlanta; son, W. H. Mitchell of Minneapolis, Minn.; daughter, Barbara Mitchell English of
St. Louis, Mo.; five grandchildren; sister and brother-in-law, Susan and Vincent Jones
of Jackson.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Barnesville was in charge of arrangements.

 Mitchell, Laura Duke
Jackson Progress Argus 06 Dec 1973
Mrs. Mitchell Died In Macon Friday
     Mrs. Laura Duke Mitchell, 83, of 2717 Neptune Way, Macon, died early Friday afternoon, November 30th in the Medical Center of Central Georgia Hospital in Macon after several years of declining health.
     Born in Butts County July 3, 1890, Mrs. Mitchell was the daughter of the late Mr. Dock Duke and Mrs. Ella Meredith Duke, both of Butts County. She was a member of Worthville Baptist Church.
     Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon at three o'clock from the Sardis Baptist Church in Henry County with Rev. Joe Faulkner and Rev. R. W. Jenkins officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery with Sherrell Funeral Home in charge of rites.
     Mrs. Duke is survived by one son, Douglas Mitchell of Macon; two step-daughters, Mrs. Euel Maddox of Jackson and, Mrs. Albert Smith of Flovilla; two brothers, Marion
Duke of Jackson and Walter Duke of Dayton, Ohio; four sisters, Mrs. Lois Tuckett of Las Vegas, Nev., Mrs. Lillie Mae Hillman of Blissfield, Michigan, Mrs. Frank Wise of Covington and Mrs. Mary Johnson of Jackson; six grandchildren, Wanda, Carla, Tammy and David Cason Wiley K. Mitchell, Jr. and. Everette Wayen Mitchell, all of Macon.

Mitchell, Mae
Jackson Progress Argus 25 Aug 1938
Mrs. Mitchell's Sister Dies at Home in Macon
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. B. H. Mitchell, the former of whom is connected with the highway force of Butts county, have the sympathy of friends in the death of Mrs. Mitchell's sister, Miss Mae Mitchell, which occurred at her home in Macon Sunday
     A native of Culloden, Miss Mitchell resided in Macon for forty years and was a member of the Mabel White Baptist church.
     Funeral services were conducted in the chapel of Burghard-Connally, Burghatd- Connally, and Rev. William Worth Williams officiated. Interment was in Rose Hill cemetery.
     Besides Mr. B. H. Mitchell, she is survived by four other brothers and five sisters.

Mitchell, Maridel Ridgway
Jackson Progress Argus 22 Sep 1993
     Maridel Ridgway Mitchell, 49, of Macon died Sat., Sept. 18.
     Funeral services were held at Snow's Memorial Chapel. Interment was in the Presbyterian Fellowship Church Cemetery in Jackson. Dr. John Gibson and Rev. Mike Whaley officiated.
     Mrs. Mitchell was born in Spalding County and had lived in Macon for 20 years. She was a graduate of Jackson High School and attended South Georgia College in Douglas. She was a member of the Towaliga Baptist Church in Butts County and was employed in the underwriting department of Georgia Farm Bureau.
     Survivors include husband David K Mitchell of Macon; mother, Ruth English Ridgway of Jackson; sister Susannah Deaver of Jackson; brothers Calvin L. "Bub" Ridgway and William Troy "Billy" Ridgway, both of Jackson; and several nieces and nephews.
     Snow's Memorial Chapels in Macon was in charge of arrangements.

Mitchell, Marvin Turner
Jackson Progress Argus 25 Feb 1965
Marvin Mitchell Victim Heart Attack Monday
     Funeral services for Marvin Turner Mitchell, 51, who died about noon Monday at DeKalb General Hospital shortly after suffering a heart attack, were conducted Wednesday afternoon at three o'clock from Sardis Baptist Church in Henry County. Interment was in the churchyard cemetery. Rev. Robert Chambers, assisted by Rev. Joe Faulkner and Rev. Tarleton, officiated. Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Mitchell was born and reared in Butts County, son of the late Wiley Mitchell and Mrs. Anna Maddox Mitchell. He was an employee of Georgia Highway Express and worked with Bibb Manufacturing Company for 21 years. He was a member of Sardis Baptist Church.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Evelyn Johnson Mitchell, Jackson; daughter, Mrs. Ronnie Pope of Jackson; a son, Ray Mitchell, Atlanta; two sisters, Mrs. Euell Maddox, Jackson; Mrs. Albert Smith, Flovilla; one brother, Douglas W. Mitchell, Macon; stepmother, Mrs. Laura Mitchell of Macon; three grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were Troy Allen, Stacer Washington, J. P. Willard, J. W. Mason, Jesse Smith, Albert Smith Jr.

Mitchell, Mattie Chapman
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Sep 1966
Mrs. Mitchell Died Sept. 7 At Her Home
     Mrs. Mattie Chapman Mitchell 64, died unexpectedly at her residence at Indian Springs Wednesday night, September 7. Death was attributed to a heart attack as Mrs. Mitchell was in her accustomed health until the fatal seizure.
     Mrs. Mitchell was a native of Polk County.
     Funeral services were held Saturday morning at 11 o'clock from New Hope Methodist Church in Henry County with Rev. W. H. Kirby and Rev. R. R. Baker officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Mitchell is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Birdie Mae Evans, Jackson; Mrs. Lillie Hardy, Jackson; Mrs. Mattie E. Smith, East Point; two sisters, Mrs. Myrtle Harris, Rome; Mrs. Vora Folson, Easom Hill Ala.; one brother, Fred Chapman Cedartown; four sons, Sam MitchelI Robert Mitchell, Richard Mitchell, all of Jackson; James R. Mitchell of Atlanta; 23 grandchildren.

Mitchell, Mollie Matthews
Jackson Progress-Argus, December 1, 1949.
Mrs. B. F. Mitchell Passes in Macon.
     Mrs. Mollie Matthews Mitchell, wife of Ben F. Mitchell, highway maintenance engineer for the Jackson district, died in a Macon hospital Wednesday night, Nov. 23, after an illness dating from the previous Friday.
     Daughter of Jack Matthews and Molle Roberts Mitchell, Mrs. Mitchell, 59 years old, had been a resident of Jackson several years.
     Funeral services were held Friday at 1:30 p.m. at Haisten Chapel and Rev. Ralph Shea of the Jackson Methodist church officiated. The pallbearers were David Deraney, Edward Deraney, Sam Smith, Thomas James, Hugh Polk, J. B. Kitchens.
     Burial was in the Jackson city cemetery and arrangements were in charge of Haisten Funeral Home.
     Survivors are her husband; two daughters, Mrs. R. J. Winters of Jackson and Mrs. J. C. Fain of Madison; four sons, Ben F. Mitchell Jr. and Richard Mitchell of Jackson; W. M. Mitchell of Monticello and Rudolph Mitchell of Macon; one sister, Mrs. Ella Matthews of Roberta.

Mitchell, Raymond Lee
Jackson Progress Argus 01 Jan 1959
R. L. Mitchell Died In Atlanta On Christmas Eve
     Funeral services for Raymond Lee Mitchell, 62, who died in Atlanta Wednesday morning, December 24, at his residence at 543 Atlanta Ave., were held Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock at Sardis Baptist Church in Henry County with the Rev. Robert Chambers officiating. Interment was in the churchyard cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson officiating.
     Mr. Mitchell, a carpenter by trade, was born in Butts county, son of Wiley Mitchell and Mrs. Anna Maddox Mitchell. He died in his sleep Wednesday morning, believed to be the victim of a heart attack. He was a member of the Sardis Baptist Church.
     Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Doris Routh, Miami Springs, Fla.; Mrs. Ruth Clance, Fort Bragg, N. C.; son, Bernard L. Mitchell, Stockbridge; two sisters, Mrs. Albert Smith, Flovilla; Mrs. Dell Maddox, Jackson; three brothers, Carl Mitchell, Marvin Mitchell and Douglas Mitchell, all of Jackson; eight grandchildren.
     The body lay in state 45 minutes at the church prior to beginning of the service.
     Pallbearers were Albert Smith, Roy Mitchell, Eugene Mitchell, Emerson Mitchell, Ray Mitchell and Homer Wilkerson.

Mitchell, Ruby Mae Carter
Jackson Progress Argus 08 Feb 1968
Mrs. Carl Mitchell Buried Tuesday At Sardis Church
     Mrs. Ruby Mae Carter Mitchell, 76, of Jackson, died at the Westbury Nursing Home Sunday afternoon after an extended illness.
     Mrs. Mitchell was born in Henry County but had resided in Jackson most of her life. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Will Carter and was a member of Sardis Baptist Church in Henry County. She was the widow of Mr. Carl H. Mitchell.
     Funeral services were conducted Tuesday afternoon at three o'clock at the Sardis Baptist Church with the Rev. Bill Thomas, pastor of the Macedonia Baptist Church, Rev. Ben F. Stone, pastor of the Worthville Baptist Church, and Rev. Theodore Terry,
Chaplain of Westbury Nursing Home, officiating. Interment was in the churchyard cemetery. Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Mitchell is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Frances Stewart of Covington, Mrs. Adrian Lunsford of Jackson, Mrs. Watson Jones of Covington, Mrs. Al Morgan of Miami, Fla.; three sons, Roy Mitchell and Eugene Mitchell, both of Jackson, Davis Mitchell of McDonough; three sisters, Mrs. Gladys Carter of Covington, Mrs. Aleen Freeman of
Atlanta, Mrs. Ethel Bailey of Atlanta; two brothers, R. R. Carter and Frank Carter, both of McDonough; 13 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren.
     Grandsons served as pallbearers and included Larry Cook, Hendley Lunsford, Richard Jones Tom Jones, Herbert Ogletree, Garland Cook.

Mitchell, Sam
Jackson Progress Argus 06 Jun 1944
Sam Mitchell, 51, World War Veteran Buried at New Hope.
     Funeral services for Sam Mitchell, 51 veteran of the first world war, who died at the government hospital in Atlanta June 3, were held Wednesday at 2 p. m. at New Hope church in Henry county. Rev. E. M. Wise officiated and burial was in the churchyard, with Thornton Funeral Homes in charge of plans.
     Mr. Mitchell, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Sam Mitchell, resided in Butts and Henry counties all his life. He is survived by his wife and several children.

Mitchell, Samuel Lovie
Jackson Progress Argus 02 Dec 1992
     Samuel Lovie Mitchell of Jackson died Wed., Nov. 25, at the Georgia Baptist Medical Center in Atlanta.
     Funeral services were held Saturday at the New Hope United Methodist Church in Henry County with Rev. Lewis Wells and Rev. Tommy Cox officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery.
     Mr. Mitchell was born June 8,1928 in Polk County, son of the late William Samuel Mitchell and the late Mattie Chapman Mitchell. He was a member of the New Hope United Methodist Church.
     Survivors include brother and sister-in-law Richard and Patricia Mitchell of Jackson; sister Mattie Noles Gibson; nephew James David Mitchell of Jackson; and several other nieces and nephews.
     Sherrell Funeral Home in Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Mitchell, Velma Jones
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Aug 1986
     Velma Jones Mitchell of 1502 Etheridge Mill Road, Griffin, died Sunday morning
at the Griffin-Spalding Hospital.
     The funeral was held Tuesday at 11 a.m. at Mount Gilead Baptist Church with the Revs. W. R. (Bob) Jonds and Eugene Boyett officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.
     A native of Lamar County, Mrs. Mitchell had lived most of her life in Spalding County. She was a member of the Mount Gilead Baptist Church.
     Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Kate and Charles McBroom of Griffin; grandchildren, David, Mark, and Debbie McBroom; brother, M. E. (Pete) Jones of Griffin; sisters, Roselle Ridgeway of Jackson and Nellie Caldwell of Griffin; several nieces and nephews.
     Pittman - Rawls Funeral Home of Griffin was in charge of arrangements.
     
Mitchell, W. H., Mrs.
Jackson Progress Argus 31 Jan 1957
Mrs. W. H. Mitchell Dies in Barnesville
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. (Bill) Mitchell of Barnesville sympathize with them in the death of Mr. Mitchell's mother, Mrs. W. H. Mitchell, which occurred Monday.
     The Mitchells are the parents of Miss Barbara Mitchell, who was crowned Miss Industry at the Jaycees first Industrial Day. Mrs. Mitchell is a sister of Mrs. Vincent Jones.
     Funeral services on Tuesday afternoon were attended by Mrs. Vincent Jones and Barry Jones of Jackson.

Mitchell, Wiley M.
Jackson Progress-Argus 25 Jan 1941
Wiley Mitchell, 70, Claimed by Death
     The death of Wiley Mitchell, 70 years of age, resident of the Fincherville community, occurred at 12:10 Friday afternoon as the result of a seven weeks' illness, including a major operation in an Atlanta hospital.
     He was the son of the late George Mitchell and Mrs. Georgeann Merritt Mitchell, and was born in Butts county September 19, 1871. In 1889 he was married to Miss Anna Maddox, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Tom Maddox, and in 1919 he was married to Miss Laura Duke, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Duke. He was an active figure in political affairs and was widely known over the county.
     Surviving are his wife; four sons, Carl, Marvin and Douglas Mitchell of Butts county and Ellis Mitchell of Ellis, Ark.; two daughters, Mrs. E. R. Maddox and Mrs. A. M. Smith of Jackson; a brother, Jim Mitchell of Manapolis, N. C; 18 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.
     Funeral services Were held at the home Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock with the Rev. J. S. Hayes officiating. Burial was in the Sardis church cemetery.

Mitchell, Willene
Jackson Progress Argus 08 Apr 1987
     Willene Mitchell of 354 Spelman Lane, Atlanta, died March 29 at Crawford Long Hospital.
     Graveside services were held Sunday, April 5, at 3:30 p.m. in the Jackson cemetery with the Rev. B. E. Freeman officiating.
     Mrs. Mitchell was a native of Butts County and a member of Zion Baptist Church.
     Survivors include two daughters, Beverly and Tamika Mitchell, both of Atlanta;
a son, Stanley Mitchell of Atlanta; mother, Odessa Bostwick of Jackson; sisters, Mable Grier and Louise Bostwick, both of Jackson; brothers, Howard Bostwick of Atlanta and James Bostwick of Detroit, Mich.; several nephews and nieces.
     Trimier - Jackson Funeral Services was in charge of arrangements.

Mitchell, William Chess, Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Jul 2009
Mitchell Rites Be Held Today
     Funeral services for Mr. William Chess Mitchell, Sr., 63, of Monticello, will be held Wednesday afternoon at 3 o'clock in the St. Mary's Catholic Church of Jackson. Father Vincent Douglas will officiate and interment will be in the Jackson City cemetery.
     Mr. Mitchell died unexpectedly early Tuesday morning in Monticello from an apparent heart attack. For a number of years, Mr. Mitchell and his wife, the former Adell Deraney of Jackson, operated Mitchell's Department Store in Monticello.
     A native of Crawford County, he was the son of the late Ben Mitchell and the late Mollie Mathis Mitchell. He was a member of the St. Mary's Catholic Church, the Jasper Lodge F. & A.M. and the Scottish Rite Alsiah Temple of Shrine in Macon.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Adell Deraney Mitchell; two daughters, Mrs. R. J. Wilson of Dennison, Texas and Mrs. Christine McMichael of Monticello; two sons, Dr. William C. Mitchell, Jr. of Jackson and Jim Mitchell of Monticello;
     Two sisters, Mrs. Louise Winters of Jackson and Mrs. J. C. Fain of Barnesville; two brothers Bill Mitchell of Jackson and Rudolph Mitchell of West Palm Beach, Fla.; nine grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were Jose Deraney, Larry Deraney, Danny Deraney, James Deraney, Joe Brown, Jr., Charlie Brown, Gordon Winters and Ronnie Nicholson.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Mitchell, William Harris (Bill), Jr.
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Dec 1991
     Funeral services for William Harris (Bill) Mitchell Jr., 85, former owner of Mitchell Seed Company of Barnesville, were held Sunday afternoon at Haisten Funeral Home in Barnesville. The Rev. Alan Smith officiated and burial was in the family mausoleum in Greenwood Cemetery, Barnesville.
    A native of Pike County, he lived in Barnesville for most of his life and died Friday, Dec. 6, in a Greenville, S.C., nursing home.
    He was the son of the late William Harris Mitchell Sr. and the late Grace Aiken Mitchell and was the widower of Katherine Pope Mitchell. A graduate of Gordon Military College and Emory University, he served in the Barnesville Blues and was a retired manufacturer's representative. He was a member of the Barnesville Rotary Club and the First United Methodist Church in Barnesville.
    Survivors include a son, William Harris Mitchell III of Greenville, S.C.; daughter, Barbara Mitchell English of Ladue, Mo.; five grandchildren; and sister-in-law, Mrs. Vincent Jones of Jackson.

Mitchell, Zulee
  The Jackson Progress-Argus February 15, 1918
Little Zulee Mitchell Claimed By Death
     Casting a dark shadow over the entire community and causing the deepest of sorrow to the family and friends was the death of little Zulee Mitchell, the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Mitchell, on Thursday afternoon at 4:10 o'clock, Feb. 7. Death followed an illness of only a **** days, being due to diphtheria. She was 3 years four months and two days old, a favorite of all the family, and admired by all who knew her because she was an unusually bright child and won the heart of both old and young wherever she went.
     Though the earth has lost one of the sweetest treasures and the home one of its brightest rays of sunshine, heaven has been made brighter by her going. The funeral was held at Sardis church Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock, Rev. J. P. Fincher conducting the services, interment being in Sardis cemetery.
     She is survived by her parents, one brother, Bernard, her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Wiley Mitchell and Mrs. Dolly Reeves, and other relatives.
     In their sorrow the family have the sympathy of hundreds of friends over the county.
  
Mixon, James Elvin
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Sep 1994
     James Elvin Mixon, 58, of Barnesville died Wed., Sept. 21.
     Funeral services were held Sat., Sept. 24, in Williams Chapel of Peace with Rev. James Presley officiating. Interment was in Lamar Memory Gardens.
     Mr. Mixon was a native of Orlando, SC but had resided in Barnesville for a number of years. He was a correctional officer with the Georgia Diagnostic and Classification Center in Butts County, and was a member of the Peace Officers Association. He was a member of the Southside Baptist Church in Florence, SC.
     Survivors include wife, Juanita Mills Mixon of Barnesville; daughter, Elizabeth Wicha of Barnesville; sons, Mark Mixon of Barnesville; Michael Mixon of Yuma, AZ and DeWayne Mixon of Germany; sister, Mildred Parker of Palm Dale, CA; four grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
     Williams Funeral Home of Barnesville was in charge of arrangements.

Mixon, Lou Jones
Jackson Progress Argus 26 Oct 1988
     Lou Jones Mixon, 90, of Wingate's Landing, Bainbridge, died Thursday at the Bainbridge Memorial Hospital.
     The funeral was held Sunday at Ivey Funeral Home in Bainbridge with the Rev. Garnett Chastain officiating. Burial was in the Cool Springs Cemetery.
    Mrs. Mixon, a former resident of Butts County, was born in Moss Point, Miss. She had lived in Bainbridge for 24 years.
    Survivors include her husband, Glen E. Mixon; son, Glenn A. Mixon of Colorado Springs, Colo.; 11 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; four great great- grandchildren.

Mixon, Lula Ethel Fletcher
Jackson Progress-Argus 9 Jan 1941
Funeral Rites for Mrs. Ethel Mixon
     Burial service for Mrs. Ethel Mixon, who died January 2 at a private hospital in Atlanta, were conducted at the Jackson cemetery Saturday afternoon. Interment was in the Fletcher lot with Howard L. Carmichael, funeral director, in charge.
     Mrs. Mixon was the former Miss Ethel Fletcher; daughter of Will Fletcher and Mrs. Emma Moore Fletcher. She was born and reared here and was the widow of Slaton Carmichael before her marriage to Mr. Mixon. For several years she taught in the public schools at East Point. She had been ill of pneumonia for several days preceding her death.
     She was a sister of the late Messrs. T. B. and C. W. Fletcher and Mrs. W. H. Foster.
     Mrs. Mixon was 57 years of age and is survived by one son, D. N. Carmichael, of Birmingham, and a grandson, David Bryant Carmichael.
     Funeral services were held Saturday at 10 a. m. at the East Point Methodist church with the Rev. E. C. Wilson and the Rev. Ralph L. Ramsey officiating.

Mixon, Shirley Ann
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Mar 1967
Mrs. Mixon, 32, Died Suddenly Monday Morning
     Mrs. Shirley Ann Mixon, 32, of Route 1, Jackson, died about 5 o'clock Monday morning, March 13th, at Sylvan Grove Hospital, having been admitted shortly before midnight Sunday.
     Mrs. Mixon, wife of Glenn Allen Mixon, was stricken late Sunday night with a seizure. of an unknown origin at her home in the Worthville community. Two of her young children obtained help from a neighbor with Mrs. Mixon being rushed to Sylvan Grove Hospital. Because of the circumstances of her death an autopsy was performed Monday by Dr. Larry Howard of the State Crime Lab in Atlanta. He was assisted by two Jackson physicians. The result of the autopsy indicated that Mrs. Mixon died from a cerebral hemorrhage.
     At the time of her death Mrs. Mixon's husband was reportedly in serious condition in the Veterans Hospital in Atlanta from injuries sustained in an automobile accident several weeks previously.
     Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at three o'clock from Haisten's Chapel in Jackson with the Rev. Ben F. Stone, pastor of the Worthville Baptist Church, officiating. The body of Mrs. Mixon was shipped to Richmond, Va. for interment with Joseph W. Bliley Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     In addition to her husband Mrs. Mixon is survived by her mother, Mrs. Beulah Johnson of Richmond, Va.; four children, Glenn Mixon, Sharon Ann Mixon, Therse Mixon, Richard Mixon, all of Jackson; one brother, Henry C. Dinkins of Richmond, Va. one sister, Mrs. Frances Morgan of Richmond, Va. Mrs. Mixon was a native of Richmond.

Mixon, Theresa Utter
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Jun 1976
Mixon Girl's Death Ruled Accidental
     The tragic shooting of Mrs. Theresa Utter Mixon, 15, of Newton County, on June 15th was the result of a foolish prank and a young girl's unfamiliarity with guns, according to Glen Mixon, father-in-law of the young bride who was married only four days before her death.
     The young Mixon couple had gone to visit friends and, while the two men went to a store for groceries, the ladies remained behind in the trailer home. Upon their return, the two men were going to frighten the girls by knocking at the back door, rather than coming to the front.
     Excited by what they thought was a break-in attempt, one of the girls picked up a .38 caliber revolver and, unfamiliar with its operation, accidently discharged it, killing Mrs. Mixon almost instantly. She was pronounced dead upon arrival at the Newton County Hospital.
     Glen Mixon reports that both the Sheriff's Department and the Solicitor's office investigated the fatality and termed it accidental, as no charges were brought against any of the people involved.
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Jun 1976
Theresa Mixon Dies Tuesday In Newton Co.
     Funeral services for Mrs. Theresa Utter Mixon, 15, of Newton County will be held Thursday afternoon at 4 o'clock from the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home. The Rev. A. L. Price will officiate.
     Mrs. Mixon, a bride of just a few days, was fatally shot early Tuesday morning in her Newton County home. No details are available yet on her death as it is under investigation.
     Mrs. Mixon was born January 5, 1961 in Phoenix, Arizona. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Utter, of Jackson.
     Survivors include her husband, Glenn Mixon, Jr.; parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Utter; two brothers, Larry and Raymond Utter and one sister, Kathy Utter, of Jackson.

Moate, Julia
Jackson Progress-Argus 2 Mar 1939
Death of Miss Julia Moate Occurred Tuesday Morning
     Friends in Jackson were sorry to earn of the death of Miss Julia Moate which occurred at her home In Devereaux Tuesday morning. For the past two years Miss Moate had been in declining health.
     She had often visited Jackson as guest of he cousins, Mr. and Mrs. R. P. Sasnett. For a long number of years she was dietician as Wesleyan Conservatory, Macon.
      Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at four o'clock at the Devereaux Methodist church.
     Miss Moate is survived by one brother, John Moate of Devereaux, and one sister, Mrs. J. H. Mundy of Waynesboro.

Moate, W. P.
  Butts County Progress April 30, 1915
     Mrs. R. S. Brown's many friends sympathize with her in the death of her brother, Mr. W. P. Moate, which occurred at his home at Leilaton last Thursday. Mrs. Brown attended the funeral and returned home Saturday.

Mobley, Irene Kitchens
Jackson Progress Argus 12 Mar 1966
Mrs. Mobley, 75, Passes After Brief Illness
     Mrs. Stanton A. Mobley, 75, of Jackson, formerly of Thomson, died at Sylvan Grove Hospital Tuesday night following a short illness.
     Mrs. Mobley, the former Miss Irene Kitchens, was born in Fayette County, the daughter of Mr. John Wesley Kitchens and Mrs. Mae Isabelle Henderson Kitchens. Mrs. Mobley, with her husband, had moved to Jackson in December because of declining health, making their home with their daughter, Mrs. C. E. Washington, Mr. Washington, and family. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Jackson.
     Funeral services will be held at the First Baptist Church of Jackson Thursday afternoon at four o'clock with Dr. J. Estill Jones of Thomson and Rev. Robert L. Thompson, pastor of the First Baptist Church, officiating. Interment will be in Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Mobley is survived by her husband; four daughters, Mrs. Jordan Knox of Appling, Mrs. S. H. Pinder of Maitland, Fla., Mrs. R. B. Freeman of Decatur, Mrs. C. E. Washington of Jackson; one son, Rev. Marion A. Mobley of Covington; four sisters, Mrs. H. D. Templeton of Prattville, Ala., Miss Agnes Kitchens and Miss Madelyn Kitchens, both of Fayetteville; Mrs. W. W. Allen of Atlanta; one brother, Henry Kitchens of Fayetteville; 17 grandchildren; eight great grandchildren.
     Grandsons will serve as pallbearers.

Mobley, Stanton Alonza
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Apr 1969
Jackson Rites Friday For S. A., Mobley
     Mr. Stanton Alonza Mobley, 88, died Thursday, April 10, at 6 a. m. at Sylvan Grove Hospital following a long period of declining health.
     A native of Liberty County, Mr. Mobley was the son of the late Mr. Marion Mobley and Mrs. Georgia Groover Mobley. For a long number of years Mr. Mobley was superintendent of the McDuffie Oil and Fertilizer Co. at Thomson. Since 1965 he had made his home in Jackson with his daughter, Mrs. C. E. Washington. Mr. Mobley was a member of the First Baptist Church of Jackson.
     Funeral services were Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock from Haisten Chapel with the Rev. Don Folsom, pastor of the First Baptist Church, and Rev. Theodore Terry, Chaplain at Westbury Nursing Home, officiating. Interment was in Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
    In addition to Mrs. Washington, Mr. Mobley is survived by three other daughters; Mrs. J. J. Knox Appling; Mrs. S. H. Pinder, Maitland, Fla.; Mrs. R. B. Freeman, Decatur; a son, Rev. Marion A. Mobley, a missionary in Kobe Japan; seventeen grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.
    Grandsons were pallbearers.

Moelchert, Doug
Jackson Progress Argus 14 Dec 1983
     Graveside services for Doug Moelchert, 14, son of Mr. and Mrs. Lou W.
Moelchert, Jr., of Richmond, Virginia, were held Tuesday morning in that city.
     Doug died Monday morning in a Richmond hospital after a two-year bout with cancer.
     Survivors include his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Lou W. Moelchert, Jr., a brother, Chip, a sister, Laura, and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Lou W. Moelchert, Sr. of Jackson.
     Memorial gifts may be made to the American Cancer Society, care of Mrs. Luke Weaver, Route 3, Jackson.

Moelchert, Louis Clayton
Jackson Progress Argus 25 Jun 1959
L. C. Moelchert Buried Saturday At Jackson Rites
     Louis Clayton Moelchert, 74, owner and operator of the Tour-O-Tel, well known Jackson motel, died Thursday afternoon, June 18, following an illness of a few days at his home on East Third Street.
     Mr. Moelchert was born in Columbus, Ohio and was a retired General Electric employee of Erie, Pa., where he resided for many years. Approximately a decade ago Mr. Moelchert, and Mrs. Moelchert, who preceded him in death, moved to Jackson where he purchased the Tour-a-Tel.
     Shortly after moving here Mr. Moelchert became affiliated with the Jackson Methodist Church and was a loyal member of the Jackson Kiwanis Club where he gained popularity and favor among the members for his outspoken convictions and ready wit. To all his friends he was affectionately known as "Pop." He was also a Mason.
     Funeral services were held Saturday morning at 11 o'clock from the Chapel of Haisten Funeral Home. with the Rev. Lamar Watkins, pastor of the Jackson Methodist Church, and Rev. Ralph Shea, former Methodist pastor here, currently pastor of the Monroe Methodist Church, officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Survivors include one son, Lou W. Moelchert, Jackson; one brother, Chester C. Moelchert of Columbus, Ohio; two grandchildren, Louie Moelchert and Homer Moelchert, both of Jackson.
     Pallbearers were John M. Hutcheson, Mike Allen, W. O. Ball, M. L. Powell, Vincent Jones, and John M. McSwain.

Moelchert, Sada Sherrard
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Jun 1954
Services Sunday For Mrs. Moelchert
     Mrs. Sada Sherrard Moelchert, wife of L. C. Moelchert, Jackson motel operator, died early Saturday at her home on East Third Street after a protracted illness.
     Native of Coschocton, Ohio, where she was born and reared, Mrs. Moelchert after her marriage resided in Erie, Pa., for many years. After Mr. Moelchert's retirement five years ago, the family moved to Jackson and operated the Tour-O-Tel.
     During the time she resided in Jackson Mrs. Moelchert made a host of warm friends. She was a member of the Business and Professional Women's Club and of the Jackson Methodist Church and while her health permitted took an active interest in community affairs.
     Survivors are her husband and one son, Lou W. Moelchert, resident of Jackson and purchasing agent for King Hardware Company in Atlanta; two grandsons, Louie and Homer Moelchert; four sisters, Mrs. J. E. Casey of Columbus, Ohio; Mrs. Harry Edwards of Convoy, Ohio; Mrs. A. R. Brownlee of Sedalia, Ohio; Mrs. William Vogel of New York City; a brother, C. D. Sherrard of Mansfield, Ohio.
     Funeral services were held Sunday at 3 p. m. at the chapel of Peacock & Ball. The Rev. P. M. Minter of Methodist Church and the Rev. G.A. Briggs of the Baptist Church were officiating ministers, with Mrs. J. W. O'Neal in charge of the music. Burial was in the Jackson cemetery under the direction of Peacock & Ball Funeral Home.
     The pallbearers were P. H. Weaver, M. L. Powell, Maurice Carmichael, Roy Prosser; R. G. Hataway, Doyle Jones Jr.

Mohr, Liva Effie Kline
Jackson Progress Argus 18 Jan 1995
     Liva Effie Kline Mohr, formerly of Sun City Center, FL, died Sat., Jan. 14, at Westbury Medical Care Home in Jackson.
     Memorial services will be held at the St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church in Sun City Center, FL at a later date.
     Mrs. Mohr was born Sept. 11, 1913 in Pennsylvania. She was the widow of Robert Henry Mohr. She was a retired high school teacher and a member of St. Andrews Presbyterian Church in Sun City Center, FL.
     Survivors include daughter, Kathy Morgan of Jackson; sons, Robert W. Mohr of Brunswick and Walter Mohr of Acworth; sister, Phoebe McLaughlin of Philadelphia, PA; seven grandchildren; and five great grandchildren.
     In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Butts County Special Olympics.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Moncrief, Edmond Pope, Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 01 Jul 1992
     Edmond Pope Moncrief Sr. of Flovilla died Wednesday, Jun 24, after an extended illness.
     Funeral services were held Friday, June 26, in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with Rev. A, L. Price and Rev. Robert Joe Wilson officiating. Interment was in the Sandy Creek Cemetery.
     Mr. Moncrief was born in Butts County May 4, 1924 to the late Euclid Carl and Winnie Hay Moncrief. He was retired from McDonough Power Equipment Company-
     Survivors include his wife, Geneva Moon Moncrief of Flovilla; daughters Juanita Kee of Conyers and Donna Jean Bishop of Flovilla; step-daughter Mary Hebbard of Flovilla; son Edmond Pope (Skeeter) Moncrief of Covington; step-son Richard Dubois of Atlanta; sisters Lil Moore of Flovilla and Alice Purefoy of Monticello; six grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Moncrief, Eleanor
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Sep 1972
Miss Moncrief Died Sept. 20
     Memorial services for Miss Eleanor Moncrief of Indian Springs were held in the chapel of Carmichael Funeral Home in McDonough on Friday, September 22nd. Interment was in Sharon Baptist Church Cemetery with D. T. Carmichael & Son in charge of arrangements. Rev. Donald D. Harris and Rev. Kenneth Ross officiated.
     Miss Moncrief died at 10:30 o'clock Wednesday morning, September 20th, at Sylvan Grove Hospital following a lengthy illness.
     Miss Moncrief was the daughter of the late Rev. and Mrs. O. T. Moncrief of Clermont, Florida. She was a member of Druid Hills Baptist Church of Atlanta.
     Since her retirement from the Fulton County School System, Miss Moncrief enjoyed the association of many friends in Indian Springs and Jackson. Her service in life was given largely to helping students, always with counseling and guidance. Her professional fields in teaching were art, Spanish, sociology and English but her real interest was in helping people understand and fulfill their purposes and potentials in life.
     Miss Moncrief was a graduate of Tift College, Emory University and the University of Georgia. She received honors at the University of Havana, Cuba in Spanish and also studied at the University of Mexico. Her certification for counseling was obtained at Northwestern University. She was a member of Alpha Delta Gamma honorary teacher's society, Georgia Arts and Crafts, Atlanta Museum of Art, Chattahoochee Handweavers Guild, Piedmont Arts Festival, Hapeville Woman's Club, and the Mimosa Garden Club of Jackson.
     Miss Moncrief's friends were numbered by her acquaintances.

Moncrief, Euclid Carl
Jackson Progress-Argus, February 1, 1962
Heart Seizure Tuesday Claims Carl Moncrief
     Funeral services for Mr. Euclid Carl Moncrief Jr., 41, of route 1, Flovilla, were held Wednesday afternoon at the Flovilla Methodist Church with the Rev. Dennis Doane officiating. Interment was in Sandy Creek Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Moncrief, one of the county's most widely known young men, died early Tuesday morning at he Griffin-Spalding County Hospital from a heart attack. He was stricken with a seizure Sunday night and rushed to the Griffin hospital where his condition became critical late Monday evening.
     Born in Butts County, he was the son of the late Mr. E. C. Moncrief Sr. and Mrs. Moncrief, who survives. He was the owner of a grocery store in Dublin district and also engaged in the sawmill and pulpwood business. Active in political affairs, Mr. Moncrief in 1956 was a candidate for the Butts County Commissioners, and although unsuccessful for a bid on the three-man board, he was conceded to have run a remarkably strong race for a political neophyte. A veteran of World War II, he was interested and active in veteran's affairs and served as commander of VFW Post No. 5374 several years ago.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Evelyn Johnson Moncrief; mother, Mrs. E. C. Moncrief Sr., both of Flovilla; one daughter Miss Marie Moncrief; three sons, Joseph, Randy and Craig Moncrief, all of Flovilla; two sisters, Mrs. Alice Peurifoy, Monticello; Mrs. Elizabeth Moore, Flovilla; two brother, Adell Moncrief and Pope Moncrief, both of Flovilla; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Hugh Polk, W. A. Smith, Emory Waits, E. R. Edwards Jr., Sammy Smith and Bill Nelson.

Moncrief, Euclid Carl, Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 12 Hov 1959
E. C. Moncrief Died Monday at Jasper Hospital
     Funeral services for Mr. Euclid Carl Moncrief Sr., 67, of Flovilla, who died Monday afternoon around three o'clock at the Jasper Memorial Hospital in Monticello, were held Wednesday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock at the Flovilla Methodist Church with the Rev. W. C. Bowen, a former pastor, officiating. Interment was in the Sandy Creek Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Moncrief, a widely known retired farmer and former school bus driver for many years, was a native of Meriwether county and moved to Butts County in 1907. He had been in declining health for the past several years and had been in the hospital about a week. Mr. Moncrief retired from active work some five years ago. He was a member of the Church of Christ.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Winnie Davis Moncrief; two daughters, Mrs. Alice Plurifoy of Monticello; Mrs. Elizabeth Moore of Flovilla; three sons, Adell and Carl Moncrief of Flovilla, Pope Moncrief of Jonesboro; two sisters, Mrs. Myrtice Simpson of Birmingham, Ala., Mrs. Eunice Barron of Jacksonville, Fla.; three brothers, Cecil Moncrief of Greenville, Ga.; Starks Moncrief of Kentucky; and. Henry Moncrief of Flovilla.
     Pallbearers were Sammy Smith, Buck Starr, Billy Nelson, Roy Cecil Simpson, Charles Kelly, and Horace Bankston.

Moncrief, Evelyn Lucille Johnson
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Jun 1982
     Mrs. Evelyn Lucille Johnson Moncrief, 55, Rt. 1, Flovilla, died Monday morning at Sylvan Grove Hospital where she was admitted Sunday following an apparent heart seizure.
     Mrs. Moncrief was born Nov. 26, 1926 in Monroe County, the daughter of the late Ivin Johnson and the late Marie Griffin Johnson. She was the widow of Carl Moncrief of Flovilla and was a member of the Flovilla Methodist Church.
     Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Marie Britton of Jackson; three sons, Joseph Moncrief, Jackson and Randy and Craig Moncrief, Flovilla; two sisters, Mrs. Barbara Knight, Porterdale, and Mrs. Beaver Lawson, Albany; three brothers, Phillip Johnson, Porterdale; Floyd Johnson, Covington, and Tex Evan, Covington; several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home. Rev. Ed Whitehurst officiated and burial was in the Sandy Creek cemetery in Butts County.
     Sherrell Funeral Home of Jackson made the arrangements.

Moncrief, Fredrick Adell
Jackson Progress Argus 06 Feb 1985
     Fredrick Adell Moncrief, 68, of Route 1, Flovilla, died Jan. 30 at the Medical Center in Macon following several years of declining health.
     Mr. Moncrief was a native of Butts County, son of the late Euclid Moncrief and Winnie Hay Moncrief who survives. He operated a grocery store in Flovilla for several years and was also a farmer. Before his retirement, Mr. Moncrief was employed for several years by the Butts County road department. He was a member of the Flovilla United Methodist Church and Indian Springs Lodge of Masons.
     In addition to his mother, Mr. Moncrief is survived by his wife, Doris Starr Moncrief; daughter, Louise James of Jackson; sons, Murry Moncrief and Fred A. Moncrief, both of Jackson, and Bobby Moncrief of LaGrange; six grandchildren; sisters, Mrs. Frank Moore of Flovilla and Mrs. Haskel Purifoy of Monticello; . brother, Pope Moncrief of Flovilla.
     The funeral was held Thursday at 3:30 p.m. in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson with the Rev. Rudy Ross officiating. Burial was in the Sandy Creek Cemetery.
     Pallbearers were Barney Wilder, Ed Craig, Ed Moncrief, Scott Moore, Joseph Moncrief, Craig Moncrief, Leonard Starr, Billy Craig, and Randy Moncrief.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Moncrief, Kenneth
Jackson Progress Argus 25 Sep 1985
     Kenneth Moncrief, 30, of Jackson died Sunday morning at Sylvan Grove Hospital following a brief illness.
     A native of Butts County, Mr. Moncrief was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church, an employee of the Exxon Oil Corp., and a veteran of the Vietnam War.
     Survivors include his wife, Cathy Long Moncrief; daughter, Rachel Moncrief of Jackson; parents, Mr. and Mrs. Pope Moncrief of Flovilla; sisters, Mary Hebbard of Flovilla, Nita Kee of Covington, and Donnie Jean Bishop of Barnesville; brothers, Richard DuBois of Atlanta and Edmond Pope Moncrief Jr. (Skeeter) of Jackson; grandparents, Winnie Hay Moncrief of Flovilla and Beatrice Johnson Moon of Land-O-Lakes, Fla.
     The funeral was held Monday at 3 p.m. at Macedonia Baptist Church with the Rev, R. W. Jenkins officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Moncrief, Luzelle Smith
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Apr 1980
Moncrief Rites Held Saturday
     Funeral services for Mrs. Luzelle Smith Moncrief 79 of Flovilla, were held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with the Rev. Alton Burrell officiating. Interment was in the Sandy Creek cemetery under the direction of Haisten Funeral Home.
     Mrs. Moncrief died Thursday in a Macon nursing home where she had been a patient for the past two years.
     A native of Butts County, Mrs. Moncrief was a retired merchant. For many years she and her husband, the late Mr. W. H. Moncrief, operated Moncrief's Store in Cork. She was a member of the Flovilla United Methodist Church.
     Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Merle Holman of Macon; a son, Wilbur Moncrief of Rome N. Y.; six sisters, Mrs. Mattie Rose Powell and Mrs. Velma Mayfield both of Flovilla, Mrs. Sara Veal of Cordele, Mrs. Ruth Lemley of Wrightsville, Mrs. Rebecca Hodges of Oconee and Mrs. Sue Warren of Washington, a brother, Col. Malcolm Smith of Flovilla; four grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Donald Freeman, Newton Mayfield, Hugh Warren, Larry Smith, Jack Freeman and Herbert Hodges.

Moncrief, Wilbur H., Jr.
Jackson Progress Argus 08 Dec 1993
     Wilbur H. Moncrief Jr. died in Myrtle Beach, S. C. Fri., Dec. 3.
     Funeral services were held Mon., Dec. 6, in Loris, S. C. Mr. Moncrief was a native of Butts County, son of the late Henry and Luzelle Smith Moncrief. He was retired from the U. S. Navy.
     Survivors include wife Betty Moncrief of South Carolina; son Wilbur Moncrief of Marietta; sister Merle Holman of Milledgeville; aunt Velma Smith Mayfield of Flovilla; uncle Col. Malcom Smith of Flovilla; and several cousins.

Moncrief, William Henry
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Jul 1964
W. H. Moncrief Buried Saturday At Sandy Creek
     Mr. William Henry Moncrief, 66, of Route 1, Flovilla, retired grocery merchant, died early Thursday night, July 9, at Sylvan Grove Hospital. He had been in declining health for a number of years but was admitted to the hospital only the night before.
     A native of Meriwether County, he was the son of the late Mr. W. H. Moncrief and Mrs. Sarah Allison Moncrief, both of Meriwether County. He was a member of the Flovilla Methodist Church.
     Funeral services were conducted Saturday afternoon at two o'clock from the Sandy Creek Primitive Baptist Church with the Rev. Don Harp, pastor of the Jenkinsburg Methodist Charge, officiating. Interment was in Sandy Creek Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Luzelle Smith Moncrief of Flovilla; one daughter, Mrs. Virgil Holman of Macon; one son, Wilbur H. Moncrief of United States Navy, Pensacola, Fla.; one brother, Cecil Moncrief of Greenville; one sister, Mrs. Eunice Barron of Jacksonville, Fla.; two grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Donald Freeman, Jack Freeman, Adel Moncrief, Pope Moncrief, Joseph Moncrief, and Newton Mayfield.

Moncrief, Winnie Davis Hay
Jackson Progress Argus 21 Jan 1987
     Winnie Davis Hay Moncrief, 95, of Flovilla, died Thursday evening at the Westbury Medical Care Home in Jenkinsburg where she was residing.
     The funeral was held Saturday at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with the Rev. Doug Pareti officiating. Burial was in the Sandy Creek cemetery.
     Mrs. Moncrief was born March 4, 1891, in Butts County, daughter of the late Edmond Hay and Alice Bell Hay. She was the widow of Euclid C. Moncrief and was the oldest member of the Flovilla United Methodist Church.
     Survivors include two daughters, Alice Peurifoy of Monticello and Mrs. Frank Moore of Flovilla; son, Pope Moncrief of Flovilla; 14 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; two great great-grandchildren; several nephews and nieces.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Montgomery, Dixie B.
Jackson Progress Argus 06 Sep 1973
Tift Rites For Mr. Montgomery
     Funeral services for Mr. Dixie B. Montgomery, 89, of Route 2, Tifton, were held Friday, August 31st, at two o'clock at the Eldorado Baptist Church with interment in the Tifton Cemetery. Rev. Williams and Rev. Cecil Spradley officiated. Mr. Montgomery died Wednesday, August 29th, in a Tifton nursing home following a period of declining health.
     Mr. Montgomery was born in Pike County.
     He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Beulah Ulm Montgomery of Tifton; one son, Murry B. Montgomery; five grandchildren including Don Montgomery of Jackson; three great-grandchildren.

Montgomery, Opal Cook
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Feb 1982
     Mrs. Opal Cook Montgomery of Blackstock, S.C. died Thursday in a Columbia, S. C. hospital.
     Mrs. Montgomery was the daughter of the late E. W. Cook and Mrs. Annie Zora Crane Cook and the widow of the late J. B. Montgomery. She was a member of Bethlehem United Methodist Church.
     Survivors are three daughters, Mrs. Nancy Youngue of Charleston, S. C., Mrs. Ann Seay of Spartanburg, S. C., and Mrs. Ruth Griffeth of Anniston, Ala.; three sons, Johnny and Don. Montgomery of Blackstock and Eddie Montgomery of Spartanburg.
     Mrs. Montgomery is also survived by two sisters Mrs. Juanita Martin of Covington and Mrs. Mildred Elliott of Flovilla; four brothers, C. L. Cook of Cleveland, Ga., A. A. Cook of Flovilla, and A. G. and M. B. Cook, both of Jackson. Seventeen grandchildren and two great grandchildren also survive. Attending the funeral from this area were Mr. and Mrs. A. G. Cook, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Cook, Mr. and Mrs. Emerson Burford, Jackie Brooks, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Williams, Mr. and Mrs. M. B. Cook, Wayne Cook, Mr. and Mrs. Larry Cook, Mrs. Evelyn Cook, Andy Kersey, Mr. and Mrs. Sanford Elliott, Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Cook, Mr. and Mrs. Hollis Duke, Mrs. S. A. Elliott, and Mrs. Juanita Martin.
     Funeral services were held Saturday at 3 p.m. at the Barron Funeral Home in Chester, S. C. Burial was in the Bethlehem United Methodist Church cemetery.
     Pallbearers were nephews of Mrs. Montgomery, Sanford Elliott, Jack Cook, Larry Cook, Jeff Sweet, Frank James, and Billy Montgomery.

Monypenny, Delpha
Jackson Progress Argus 06 Sep 1989
     Delpha Monypenny, 70, of Route 2, Jackson, died Sept. 2 at Sylvan Grove Hospital.
     The funeral was held Sept. 3 in the chapel of Adams Memorial Mortuary in Jackson with the Rev. Harrison officiating. Burial was in Greenlawn Cemetery in Columbus, Ohio.
     Mrs. Monypenny ts survived by a great-niece and nephew, Sharen and Thomas Hudson of Jackson.
     Adams Memorial Mortuary was in charge of arrangements.

Moody, Martha A.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus February 3, 1928
Mrs. M. A. Moody Is Summoned By Death.
     A very large number of friends here are sorry to learn of the death of Mrs. M. A. Moody, 86 years of age, which occurred Sunday at the home of her son, Reese Moody, in Mansfield. Her death followed an illness of several months duration.
     The body was brought to Cedar Rock where funeral services were held Monday afternoon at 4 o'clock. Rev. Julian Warner conducted the rites and interment was beside her husband in the church yard.
     Mrs. Moody spent the greater portion of her life in Butts county, coming here as a young lady. She devoted many years to teaching and was a woman of refinement and culture, impressing her fine character on her pupils and friends. She was a member of Cedar Rock Congregational Methodist church. Mrs. Moody had a host of friends in the county who will regret to know of her passing. She had made her home with her son in Mansfield for the past several years.
     She is survived by two sons, Mr. Reece Moody, of Mansfield, and Mr. Festus Moody; two grandsons, Mr. E. J. McMichael, of Roanoke, Va., and Mrs. B. T. McMichael, of Cork; three granddaughters, Mrs. Slaton Giles, of Giles Ferry, Mrs. A. McFinley, of Holton, and Mrs. J. W. Hodges, of Green, N. C.

Moon, B. F., Mrs.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus March 31, 1916
Card of Thanks
     Mrs. B. F. Moon, Mr. G. R. Wilson and Mr. V. W. Fretwell wish to thank their friends for the many tender kindness shown them in their recent bereavement the loss of their mother and grandmother.

Moon, Benjamin F.
  Butts County Progress June 16, 1911
Mr. B. F. Moon Dead After Long Illness
     After an illness of some time, Mr. B. F. Moon, one of the city's most prominent citizens, died at 6 o'clock Thursday night. Death was due to an affection of the heart and other complications.
     Mr. Moon who was about 55 years of age had made his home in Jackson for the past twenty-five years and was prominent in business circles and served his town with distinction as mayor and alderman.
     Surviving Mr. Moon are his wife and one son; two brothers, Messrs. Sid and H. A. Moon; one sister, Mrs. Sallie Smith.
     The funeral will be held this afternoon at 2:30 o'clock from the Methodist church, with interment in the city cemetery.

Moon, Clarence Jackson
Jackson Progress Argus 14 Apr 1993
     Clarence Jackson Moon of Aiken, S. C , died Wed., April 7, at the Aiken Regional Medical Center.
     Funeral services were held Sat., April 10, in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with Rev Robert J. Wilson and Rev Daniel Wright officiatirig. Interment was in the Sandy Creek Cemetery.
     Mr. Moon was born July 20, 1930 in Cedartown, son of the late Roy J . Moon and Georgia Beatrice Moon.
     He was a veteran of the Army Air Force and was a member of the VFW, the NRA, the American Legion and the Moose Club. He was a Baptist.
     Survivors include wife Ruth Burch Moon of Aiken; his mother; children Doralee J. Moon and James D. Moon, both of Pennsylvania and Thad J. Moon of Ohio; five step children; brother James H. Moon of Jackson; sisters Geneva Moncrief and Elizabeth Gilbert, both of Flovilla and Dorothy Baisden of Land O Lakes, Fla; three grandchildren; 15 step grandchildren and two step great grandchildren.
     Sherrell Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Moon, Fenella Wilson
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Jul 1944
Mrs. B. F. Moon Died in Jackson Friday Morning
     Funeral services for Mrs. B. F. Moon, long-time resident of Jackson, whose death occurred at her home early Friday morning after a long illness, were held at the First Baptist church Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Rev. Gaither A. Briggs, pastor, officiated and paid a deserved tribute to this prominent resident.
     Friends, relatives and organizations attested their affection by lovely floral offering The pallbearers were nephews. George Kinsman, Walker Kinsman, J. T. Moore, Tom Watson, Charlie Welch, David Walker.
     Burial was in the family lot in the Jackson cemetery.
     Mrs. Moon had been in feeble health for several months. Her last illness was of a single day's duration.
     The former Miss Fenella Wilson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Wilson of Henry county, she was the widow of the late B. F. Moon, Jackson businessman and city official. Following her marriage she had resided in Jackson many years and was formerly connected with Jackson business concerns as saleswoman. She was a member of the Jackson Baptist church and until her health failed was an active worker in religious causes.
     Surviving are a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Van Fretwell; four grandchildren, Richard, Carolyn. Rose and Dan Fretwell; one brother, G. R. Wilson of Locust Grove; several nephews and nieces.

Moon, Florence Jamerson
Jackson Progress Argus May 22, 1952
Services Friday For Mrs. Moon
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. P. R. Kimborough of Jackson and Atlanta sympathize with them in the death of their daughter, Mrs. Florence Jamerson Moon, which occurred May 15 at the home of her twin sister, Mrs. W. F. Hindley at 3963 North Ivy Road, Atlanta. She had been in declining health four or five years.
     Born in Atlanta and a graduate of a business school, she was affiliated with the Southern Railway twelve years previous to her illness.
     Survivors in addition to her parents are a daughter, Miss Florence Moon; sister, Mrs. W. F. Hindley, Atlanta; aunts, Mrs. Hillyer S. Smith Sr. and Mrs. J. H. Beckham, both of Atlanta; three uncles, Wade H. Watkins of Jackson; W. W. Jamerson of Indian Springs and Ben Jamerson of Atlanta .
     Funeral services were held Friday at 3:30 p. m. at Spring Hill with Dr. Charles Allen officiating. Burial was in Westview.

Moon, Infant
  Middle Georgia Argus July 16, 1889
     The infant daughter of Mr. B. F. Moon died this morning.

Moon, Isobel Clark
  The Jackson Progress-Argus December 2, 1927
Daughter Of 1812 Dies At Newton County Home.
     Mrs. Isobel Moon, daughter of Elijah Clark, a veteran of the War of 1812, long deceased, died at the family home in the Gum Creek District of Newton county Friday night, Nov. 18. She was born March 4, 1833 and lived in Newton County all her life. Her husband who died twenty years ago was a veteran of The War Between the States and Mrs. Moon saw every was in which the United Stated were engaged except the Revolution. In every war, one or more of her kinfolks served up to and including the World War. She leaves three sons, R. M., of Oxford, A. A., of Milledgeville, and B. E., of Atlanta; three daughters, Mrs. R. S. Wallace, of Tucker, Mrs. F. M. Berry, of Logansville; and Mrs. E. H. Dorsey, of MIllstead. All the children are above fifty years of age. A sister also advanced in years, Mrs. Mollie Brooks, lives in Rockdale county. She also leaves a multitude of grand children, great grandchildren and great-great grand children. Mrs. Moon held her faculties and activities until the last and was loved and honored by all who knew her. The funeral services were held at Dover Cemetery.
COVINGTON NEWS.

Moon, Jackson Jackie
Jackson Progress Argus 03 May 1995
     Mr. Jackson Jackie Moon of Columbus, OH died Monday, Apr. 24, in Columbus.
     Graveside services were held Friday, April 28, in the Macedonia Baptist Church cemetery with Rev. A. L. Price officiating.
     Mr. Moon was born Oct. 28, 1950, son of the late Clarence Moon and Julia Lummus Bridges, who survives. He was a Viet Nam veteran and a Baptist.
     Survivors include sons, Liberty Moon of Jackson; daughter, Allisa Moon of Jackson; sister and brother, Dora Lee Moon and James D. Moon of Pennsylvania; grandmother, Beatrice Moon of Tampa, FL; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
     Sherrell, Wilson, Mangham Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Moon, Roy Jackson
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Apr 1972
Roy J. Moon Buried At Sandy Creek
     Mr. Roy Jackson Moon, 64, of Route 1, Flovilfa died at 2:20 o'clock Wednesday afternoon on April 12th at the Sylvan Grove Hospital after being a patient there for six days. He had been in declining health for several years.
     Mr. Moon was born November 20, 1907 in Haralson County, the son of the late Mr. John Richard Moon and Mrs. Ida Partain Moon, both of Harrison County. He was a retired sales representative for the Draper Corporation of Hopedale, Mass. and was a member of Indian Springs Masonic Lodge No. 307.
     Funeral services were conducted Saturday afternoon at two o'clock from the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with Rev. Leon Cross, pastor of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church, officiating. Interment was in Sandy Creek Cemetery with Masons in charge of the graveside services and serving as pallbearers. Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Moon is survived by his wife, Mrs. Beatrice Johnson Moon of Flovilla; four daughters, Mrs. Pope Moncrief of Indian Springs, Mrs. Dorothy Pearl of Land 0' Lakes, Florida, Mrs. Norbert Gilbert of Flovilla, Mrs. B. E. Brooks of Griffin; two sons, Clarence J. Moon of Jacksonville, Fla. and James H. Moon of Griffin; two sisters, Mrs. Ollie Cooper of Milledgeville, Mrs. Lloyd York of Dallas; one brother, John T. Moon of Dawsonville; 26 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
Masons served as pallbearers.

Moon, Susan
  The Jackson Argus March 22, 1901
Mrs. B. F. Moon Dies.
     Mrs. B. F. Moon died Wednesday night at 2 o'clock after a long illness. She had been a great sufferer for a long time, during which time her husband was a constant and faithful help and comforter.
     The remains were carried to Conyers yesterday morning for interment.
     Mrs. Moon was a Christian woman and her character as such was manifest in all that she did and in all she suffered.
     The Argus extends its sympathy to Mr. Moon in the loss of his faithful companion.

Moore, Ada Brand
Jackson Progress-Argus Aug 15, 1940
Mrs. C. D. Moore Dies in Atlanta
     Friends and relatives here were distressed to learn of the death of Mrs. Ada Brand Moore, wife of Charlie Dupree Moore, which occurred at a private hospital in Atlanta Sunday. Mrs. Moore suffered a hemorrhage at her home, 716 Grisham Avenue, S. E., August 8, and was removed to a hospital for treatment. She died without regaining consciousness.
     Mrs; Moore, the former Miss Ada Brand of Montezuma, was born August 31, 1909. She was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L. H. Brand, prominent residents of Macon county. Following her marriage to Mr. Moore the family resided in Atlanta. She was a member of the Methodist church and active in religious affairs. Mrs. Moore frequently visited relatives here and was known to many people of the county.
     She is survived by her husband, widely known Atlanta businessman; two daughters, Nancy, aged 3 years, and Peggy Ann, aged 14 months; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. L. H. Brand, Montezuma; three sisters, Mrs. John M. Rodgers, Mrs. W. B. Trapp and Miss Etna Brand; two brothers, Lee H. and N. R. Brand.
     Funeral services were held at the Jackson Methodist church, Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock. The Rev. J. R. Turner, her pastor, and the Rev. J. C. Callaway, pastor of the Jackson church, officiated. Pallbearers were W. L. Broom, J. C. Cook, O. M. Smith, E. L. Martin, J. E. Parrish and H. B. Strother.
     Burial was in the Jackson cemetery, with Carmichael Funeral Home in charge of arrangements

Moore, Ada E. Beck
Jackson Progress Argus 14 Jan 1987
     Ada E. Beck Moore, 95, of Route 1, Jenkinsburg, died Jan. 6 at Sylvan Grove Hospital.
     The funeral was held Saturday at 2 p.m. at Wolf Creek County Line Baptist Church in Locust Grove with the Rev. C. W. Grant officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.
     Mrs. Moore was born Sept. 3, 1891, in Butts County, daughter of the late John and Marietta Beck. She was a member of Wolf Creek County Line Baptist Church and served on its mothers and ushers boards.
     Survivors include a son, Troy Moore of Locust Grove; daughters, Azie Wise of
Jenkinsburg, Fannie Bradley of Atlanta, Hazel Mayo of Decatur, and Thelma Perry of
Atlanta; 24 grandchildren; 36 great-grandchildren; nine great-great-grandchildren; sister,
Decie Turner of Ohio; brothers, Sheperd and Tommy Beck, both of Ohio; several
nieces and nephews.
     Trimier - Jackson Funeral Services was in charge of arrangements.

Moore, Anna Demariah Barnes
  The Jackson Progress-Argus March 29, 1918
Beloved Woman Dies At Jenkinsburg Home
     After a period of ill health and affliction extending over several years, Mrs. D. H. Moore passed away at her home at Jenkinsburg Monday night at 7:30 o'clock. Mrs. Moore was one of the most beloved women in the county and her passing caused sincere regret among a wide circle of friends. She was held in the highest esteem, and was truly a faithful wife, good mother and kind friend.
     Before her marriage Mrs. Moore was Miss Anna Barnes, and a native of Butts county. She was 60 years of age and was a member of the Jenkinsburg Baptist church.
     She is survived by her husband, Mr. D. B. Moore, one son, Mr. G. C. Moore, of Atlanta; three daughters, Misses Addie and Carrie Leila Moore, and Mrs. D. G. Woodward, all of Jenkinsburg; four brothers, Messrs. W. H. and J. L. Barnes of Jackson, J. M. Barnes of Flovilla, and T. J. Barnes, of Florida; two sisters, Mrs. T. E. Redman, of Helena, and Mrs. Sam Halslip, of Eastman.
     The funeral was held at Jenkinsburg Baptist church at 3 o'clock Tuesday afternoon. The services were conducted by her pastor, Rev. C. C. Heard, and interment was in the cemetery at Jenkinsburg.

Moore, Annie Elizabeth Preston
The Jackson Progress-Argus April 24, 1952
Mrs. John A. Moore Yields To Death
     Mrs. Annie Elizabeth Preston Moore, widow of the late John Allen Moore, died at her home in Jackson 7 p.m. Tuesday. She had been in declining health for several weeks and critically ill for only a few days. Mrs. Moore, 85 years old, was born of pioneer Butts county families, the daughter of Mrs. Elizabeth Edson Preston and Jeff Preston. She spent a long, active and useful life as a resident of Butts county. She was a member of the Baptist church and was devoted to her family and loyal to her friends. Mrs. Moore was one of the oldest residents of Butts county.
     Survivors are three daughters, Mrs. G. H. Matheson, of Jackson, Mrs. W. H. McMichael and Mrs. G. M. Duncan, both of Atlanta; two sons, Frank and Herbert Moore, leaders in the business affairs of Jackson; one sister, Mrs. W. M. Andrews, of Macon, five grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
     Funeral services were to be held Thursday at 3 p.m. at The First Baptist church, Rev. G. A. Biggs, Rev. Ralph Shea and Rev. R. B. Harrison will officiate. Burial will be in the family lot in the Jackson cemetery ad Haisten Funeral Home will be in charge of arrangements.
     Pallbearers selected are Boyce Loyd, Jim Browning, Curtis W. Preston, Carson Preston, Leslie Preston, W. Y. Andrews.

Moore, Bob
  Middle Georgia Argus October 29, 1889
A Centenarian Dead
     Old man Bob Moore, colored, perhaps the oldest man in Middle Georgia, being in his hundred and fifth year, died at his home on Mr. L. H. Moore's farm two miles from town on yesterday morning. He had lived in this county nearly all his life and was always known as an honest, industrious old darky. He always voted the Democratic ticket in all elections.

Moore, Carrie Dupree
Jackson Progress-Argus 13 April 1939
Mrs. Walter Claimed By Death
     The death of Mrs. Walter Moore, 67 years of age, prominent and beloved resident of Jenkinsburg, which occurred early Sunday in private hospital in Atlanta, brought sincere regret to a wide circle of friends.
     She went to Atlanta several days ago for observation and treatment. In an effort to prolong her life an operation was performed and from this she did not rally.
     Mrs. Moore had been a resident of Butts county for many years and had always taken an active interest in social and civic affairs. She was a member of the United Daughters of the Confederacy, of the Mimosa Garden Club and through these organizations expressed her love for the patriotic and beautiful. She was a loyal member of the Methodist church and showed interest in all religious affairs.
     The former Miss Carrie Dupree, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. D. Dupree of Henry county, she was connected with families long prominent in the affairs of middle Georgia. She was a niece of Judge E. P. Dupree, of Zebulon, who at one time was a candidate for judge of the Flint circuit. Following her marriage to Mr. Moore several years ago she had made many friends in the county of her adoption. She liked to entertain her friends and the Moore home near Jenkinsburg has been the scene of many lovely parties.
     Surviving Mrs. Moore are her husband, T. Walter Moore, large and successful Butts county farmer; a daughter, Mrs. Polly Smith Evans, teacher in the Bolton public schools; two sons, Harry D. Moore, of Columbia, S. C, and Charlie D. Moore, of Atlanta; a sister, Mrs. Beulah D. Ward, of Atlanta, and a brother, J. D. Dupree, also of Atlanta; three grandchildren, W. T. Evans, of Jackson; Nancy Moore, of Atlanta, and Charlie Dupree Moore, of Columbia, S. C.
     Funeral services were held at the Jackson Methodist church Monday afternoon at 3 o'clock and Rev. A. E. Barton, pastor, and Rev. Augustus Earnest, presiding elder of the Marietta district officiated. Relatives, friends and organizations sent lovely floral offerings.
     The pallbearer were D. P. Settle, T. E. Robison, W. F. MaLaier, H. M. Moore, C. E. McMichael, G. D. Head, J. O. Minter and Paul Tyler.
     Interment was in the Jackson cemetery, with Howard L. Carmichael in charge of arrangements.

Moore, Carrie H.
Jackson Progress Argus 15 Feb 1995
     Carrie Harris Moore of Kernersville, NC died Friday, Feb. 10, at Wesley Long Community Hospital.
     Funeral services were held Monday, Feb. 13, in the Wilkerson Funeral Home chapel. Interment was in New Lebanon Congregational Christian Church cemetery.
     She was a native of Surry County and was a homemaker and a member of the Kerwin Baptist Church.
     Survivors include husband, Harvey Joe Moore of Kernersville, NC; sons, Joe Wesley Moore of Jackson and Harvey Gary Moore of Kernersville; 11 grandchildren; and 16 great grandchildren.
     Wilkerson Funeral Service Inc. of Reidsville, NC was in charge of arrangements.

Moore, Charles Ewart
Jackson Progress-Argus 22 Nov 1935
Mr. Charlie Moore Passes In Atlanta
     The death of Mr. Charles Edwood Moore, 54 years of age, former Butts county citizen and connected with the Southern Railway for a long period of years occurred at his home in Atlanta early Tuesday morning. He died of a heart attack, which came without warning. Mr. Moore had not entirely recovered from injuries sustained in an accident in Atlanta several months ago.
     Mr. Moore was born in Butts county and was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. L. H. Moore, prominent residents of the county. He attended school here and for 29 years had been affiliated with the Southern Railway, serving as conductor. He had resided in Atlanta for several years.
      He was a member of the Methodist church and of the Order of Railway Conductors. Mr. Moore had hosts of friends in Butts county who are grieved to know of his passing.
     He is survived by his wife, the former Miss Flora Chids [sic], of Butts county; two sons, J. W. Moore and Walker Moore, of Mami [sic], Fla.; one daughter, Mrs. Brewer Landers, of Washington City; two brothers, Walter and Threatt Moore, of Butts county. The late Col. John W. Moore, prominent Atlanta lawyer, was a brother.
     Funeral services were held at 11 o'clock Thursday morning, with Rev. J. D. Booth officiating, and interment was in the Jenkinsburg cemetery.

Moore, Charlie Dupree
Jackson Progress Argus 31 Aug 1988
     Charlie Dupree Moore, 85, of Stone Mountain, died Friday.
     A memorial service was held Sunday at 2 p.m. in the chapel of A S. Turner & Sons Funeral Home in Decatur with the Revs. Bob Boling, Ken Stephens, and Gerald Thurman officiating. Burial was in the Jackson cemetery.
     Mr. Moore, a native of Butts County, was the son of Thomas Walter Moore and Lulabel Dupree Moore. He was employed by Gulf Oil Corp. in Atlanta for 39 years and was a member of St. Timothy Methodist Church. He had been active in the Elks and Exchange clubs and was a 50- year member of the Order of the Masons.
     Survivors include his wife, Etna Brand Moore; daughters and sons-in-law, Nancy and Byard Riner of Houston, Texas, and Peggy and Millard Baker of Stone Mountain; four grandchildren; two great grandchildren; sister, Polly S. Moore of Athens; two nephews.

Moore, Charlie Frank
Jackson Progress Argus 25 Sep 1975
C. F. Moore Passes In Marietta
     Mr. Charlie Frank Moore, 71, of 221 Merritt Street, Marietta, died September 18th at Kennestone Hospital, Marietta.
     Mr. Moore was born in Butts County on August 14, 1904, the son of the late Mr. Levi B. Moore and the late Mrs. Belle Weaver Moore lie graduated from Jackson High School in 1922 and furthered his education at Southern Business College. He was a value bookkeeper for Texaco Oil Company for more than thirty years. Following his retirement he devoted renewed work to his church, First Baptist Church of Marietta, where he served as a deacon.
     Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at three o'clock from the First Baptist Church of Marietta with the Rev. Earl Stallings, the Rev. James M. Ramsey, and the Rev. J. C. Bankston officiating. Remains were placed in the church at two o'clock where they lay in state until the hour of the funeral. Interment was in the. Mountain View Cemetery with Hapeville Lodge No. 950, F&AM, and church deacons serving as pallbearers and honorary escorts.
     Mr. Maddox is survived by his wife, Mrs. Alice Burrell Moore, Marietta; one daughter, Mrs. Charles (Marilyn) Sullivant, Nashville, Tenn.; one son, Charles David Moore, Marietta; a sister, Mrs. Mary Moore Webb, and a brother, G. Carter Moore, both of Jackson; eight grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Moore, Clara Estelle Driskell
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Oct 1963
Sister of Mrs. Crum Died in Ashburn Oct. 13
     The death of Mrs. J. C. Moore, of Ashburn, sister of Mrs. Ezra Crum of Jackson, occurred October 13, at the Turner County Hospital following a long illness. Mrs. Moore was the former Miss Clara Estelle Driskell of Juliette, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Tom J. Driskell. She was widow of Rev. J. C. Moore. . She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Ashburn where funeral services were held Tuesday, October 15.
     Survivors are one daughter, Mrs. Lamar Ray; three sons, J. C. Moore Jr., Madison, Fla., Howard W. Moore and Robert T. Moore of Augusta, eight grandchildren; two great grandchildren; four sisters, Mrs. Jim Harden, Juliette; Mrs. Ezra Crum, Jackson; Mrs. Ben Graham, Jacksonville Fla., Mrs. H. R. Booth, Sanford, Fla. ; brothers, Cecil Driskell, Atlanta, the Rev. Lovie Driskell, Plant City, Fla., the Rev. Herman Driskell and Roy Driskell, Barnesville.

     
Moore, Clarence Griffin (Bub)
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Mar 1977
"Bub" Moore Buried Sunday In Eastman
     Funeral services for Clarence Griffin (Bub) Moore, 63, of Route 2, Jackson, were held Sunday at 2 o'clock at the Stokes-Southerland Funeral Home Chapel in Eastman. Burial was in Woodlawn Cemetery with full military honors.
     Mr. Moore was pronounced dead on arrival at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Decatur Friday night. He was a native of Dodge County and retired from Reese Brothers Textile Mills in Eastman. He was a veteran of World War II, serving with the U.S. Air Force in England and Germany.
     Survivors include two sons, Fred Moore, police officer, Jackson; Clarence Moore, Jr. of Eastman; one daughter, Mrs. Marie Wiggins of Eastman; two brothers, Bennie Moore of Eastman and John Frank Moore of Cochran; two sisters, Miss Bessie Moore of Cochran and Mrs. Morris Boutwell of Valdosta; four grandchildren.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of local arrangements.

Moore, Clarence Morris (Pat)
Jackson Progress Argus 1968
C. M. Moore Died at Home In Williamson
     Mr. Clarence Morris (Pat) Moore, of Williamson, died Friday morning at his home after an illness of several years. He was a native of Butts County and had made his home in Williamson about 20 years.
     Mr. Moore was an employee of the Southern Railway for 40 years until his retirement five years ago. He was a veteran of World War I, serving with the United States Navy. Mr. Moore was a member of the Jenkinsburg Baptist Church and of the Masonic Lodge in Jackson.
     Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon at four o'clock from the chapel of Pittman- Rawls Funeral Home in Griffin with the Rev. Earl Howard officiating. Interment was in the Providence Baptist Church Cemetery.
     Mr. Moore is survived by his widow, Mrs. Mary Rawls Moore, of Williamson; a sister, Miss O'Delle Moore, Gainesville.

Moore, Connie
  The Jackson Argus March 25, 1897
Young Lady Drowned.
Jonesboro, Ga. March 20.
     Miss Connie Moore, a young lady who once lived in Jonesboro, was drowned in the Alcova river, in Newton county, last Sunday afternoon, and her body brought here and interred yesterday morning.
     The sad occurrence was the end of an afternoon spent in the pleasure of boat riding. With a party of friends, and under the care of A. E. Coogler, a relative, the unfortunate young lady went on a boat ride on the river, which was swollen from rain. The current proved too strong and the boat was capsized, carrying the young lady to a watery grave.
     The body was not recovered until Tuesday, when it was prepared for burial and brought here for the funeral.
     The deceased was the grand-daughter of Mrs. Sparta Coogler, one of the oldest residents of Jonesboro, and she leaves a large number of relatives and friends to sorrow over her sad death.

Moore, David Bailey
Jackson Progress Argus 21 July 1933
Mr. D. B. Moore Dies After Long Illness
     Mr. David Bailey Moore, 78 years of age, one of the county's prominent citizens, passed away at his home at Jenkinsburg at 6:45 Wednesday morning. Death followed a long illness and a period of declining health extending over the past two or three years. Mr. Moore spent his entire life in Butts county and was well known and highly esteemed, he was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Brady Moore, esteemed early residents of the county. Mr. Moore was a member of the Jenkinsburg Methodist church and possessed sterling qualities of character.
     He is survived by one son, Mr. G. C. Moore, of Atlanta; three daughters, Mrs. C. H. Farrar, Mrs. D. O. Woodward and Mrs. Carrie Leila Price, all of Jenkinsburg; three sisters, Mrs. Ida Watkins of Jackson; Mrs. J. C. Barnes, of Atlanta, and Mrs, Williamson, of Stewart county. He is also survived by several grandchildren.
     Funeral services were hold at the Jenkinsburg Methodist church Thursday morning at 11 o'clock, with Rev. R. C. Owen, pastor, and Rev. M. H. Heflin, of Jackson, officiating. Interment was in the churchyard.

Moore, David Brady Mitchell
  Middle Georgia Argus November 9, 1886
Dead.
     On Tuesday evening the spirit of Mr. Brady Moore, one of our old and substantial citizens, took its everlasting flight and soared away to a home beyond the skies. Mr. Moore had been in feeble health for some time but no one thought his death was so nigh till a short time before it seized him for its own. His remains were interred at Sandy Creek church on Thursday morning. He leaves a large family of children and grandchildren, besides a host of friends to mourn his loss.
  
Moore, David J.
  Butts County Progress February 6, 1914
Mr. D. J. Moore Passed Away On Thursday Last
     Mr. D. J. Moore, a well known citizen of Dublin district, died at his home near Flovilla last Thursday afternoon after an illness of several months of Bright's disease.
     Mr. Moore was about 50 years of age and unmarried. He is survived by one sister, Miss Ellen Moore, one brother, Mr. Lum Moore, of Towaliga district and a number of other relatives and many friends. Interment was in the family burying ground.

Moore, Dewey Dewitt
Jackson Progress-Argus October 24, 1957
Dewey D. Moore Died Monday in Jasper Hospital
     Funeral services for Dewey Dewitt Moore, 59, widely known resident of the Fellowship Community who died early Monday morning at the Jasper Memorial Hospital, were held Tuesday afternoon at 3:30 o' clock at the Fellowship Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Kirk Nesbit, former, pastor, officiating. Interment was in the churchyard cemetery with the Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Moore, a lifelong resident of Butts county, was the son of the late James Columbus Moore and Mrs. Nellie McKinley Moore, pioneer settlers of the West Butts Community. He was employed at Hearn Trading Company as a clerk, a position he had for several years.
     An Elder in the Fellowship Presbyterian Church while he served with devoted loyalty, the death of Mr. Moore occurred both on his birthday and wedding anniversary, he having been married six years to the former Miss Martha Lee maddox.
     Survivors include his wife, two daughters, Debra Jean and Mary Elizabeth Moore; son John Stevie Moore all of Jackson; sister, Miss Margie Moore of Jackson; brother; Morris Moore of Griffin.
     Pallbearers were Pete Ridgeway, Mae Ridgeway, Ralph Evans, Taylor Patrick, Dean Patrick and Julian Thaxton,

Moore, Ed R.
Jackson Progress Argus 15 Jul 1971
East Point Man Died Of Heart Attack
     A 60-year-old East Point man who had been fishing on Jackson Lake with his brother-in-law, walked into Sylvan Grove Hospital about 2:45 Thursday afternoon, complained that he was suffering chest pains and feared a heart attack, and died about 30 minutes later despite ministrations o t a hastily summoned Jackson physician.
     The victim of the apparent heart seizure was Ed R. Moore, 60, 1047 Woodingham Dr., East Point. He and his brother-in-law, Robert Horsley, had reportedly been fishing at Jackson Lake when Mr. Moore became ill, his relative driving him to the hospital.
     Hospital authorities said that he walked in through the front door, told of his possible suspicion of an impending heart attack, was wheeled in a chair to the emergency room where a Jackson physician was summoned. Mr. Moore expired about 3 :20 o'clock as he was being treated for his heart condition.

Moore, Elizabeth Threat Ingram
  Middle Georgia Argus December 14, 1882
     Mrs. Jonathan Moore, an aged lady, and the mother of our friend L. H. Moore, died on Sunday last at her son's home.

Moore, Ellen
  The Jackson Progress-Argus March 29, 1929
Miss Ellen Moore Claimed By Reaper
     Miss Ellen Moore, aged 73, a widely beloved woman of Jenkinsburg, passed away Friday afternoon, March 22, at 4 o'clock at the home of her sister, Mrs. R. W. Moore. She had been in failing health for some time but was critically ill for only a few days. Her death brings deep regret to a wide circle of friends over the county.
     She had made her home for the past fifteen years with her sister, Mrs. R. W. Moore, and had won a host of friends by her fine qualities of character. She was born April 24, 1856 and had spent most of her life in Butts county.
     Surviving are a sister, Mrs. R. W. Moore, of Jenkinsburg and a brother, Mr. Lum Moore.
     Funeral services were held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Moore Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock, with Mr. Homer M. Vaughn, assisted by Elder A. C. Elliott officiating. Interment was in Sandy Creek cemetery.

Moore, Elmyra Elizabeth Davis
  Middle Georgia Argus October 2, 1888
Dead
     Mrs. Moore, widow of the late Mr. Brady Moore, of this county, died at her hone on Third St. Wednesday of last week. Funeral services were held at the M. E. church at 7 o'clock on Thursday morning, conducted by Rev. M. H. Dillard, after which the remains were carried to Sandy Creek cemetery for interment. She leaves quite a large family to mourn her loss.

Moore, Elwood Horace
Jackson Progress Argus 21 Jul 1977
E. H. Moore Buried Tuesday At Macedonia
     Elwood Horace Moore, 65, of Route 1, Locust Grove, was pronounced dead on arrival at Sylvan Grove Hospital Sunday afternoon about 1:30 o'clock following an apparent heart seizure.
     Born in Butts County on December 23, 1911, Mr. Moore was son of the late Franklin Moore and the Late Vannie Jane Lummus Moore. He was a retired farmer and a member of the Pleasant Grove Congregational Methodist Church .
     Survivors include five sons, William Moore, Robert Moore, and Richard Moore, all of Griffin; Floyd Moore of Covington, and Larry Moore of Jackson; two daughters, Mrs. Howard Goens of Jackson and Mrs. Ann Gilley of Jonesboro; four brothers, Taylor Moore and Fleetwood Moore, both of Lakeland, Fla.; Sam Moore of West Virginia and Charlie Moore of Brooklyn, N. J.; one sister, Mrs. Sarah Brand of Grayson; 16 grandchildren.
     Funeral services for Mr. Moore were conducted Tuesday afternoon at three' o'clock from the Pleasant Grove Congregational Methodist Church with the Rev. Lamar Guyton officiating. Interment was in the Macedonia Baptist Church cemetery with Sherrell Funeral Home in charge of arrangements .
     Pallbearers were Ryland Smith, Wendell Spencer; Jerry Wingate, Walter Barnes, Mike Bailey, and Bennie Bryans.

Moore, Emily Pennina Moore
Jackson Progress-Argus 30 Nov 1934
Death Summons Comes to Mrs. R. W. Moore
     Mrs. R. W. Moore passed away at her home in Jenkinsburg Thursday afternoon at 5 o'clock, following complications arising from a severe cold.
     Mrs. Moore had been practically an invalid for the past eight years as the result of a stroke of paralysis. During her long and painful illness she bore her afflictions with a sweetness of spirit and Christian fortitude that was remarkable, never complaining of the lot that served to confine her to her bed and home.
     Mrs. Moore was born Miss Emily Pinninniah Moore, daughter of Mr. Stephen Moore and Mrs. Sarah Elizabeth Moore, esteemed residents of the Flovilla community. For the past twenty-six years she had resided in Jenkinsburg. She was born December 6, 1865 and would have observed her 69th birthday in a few days. She was married to Mr. R. W. Moore on April 30, 1893.
     Her life was marked by devotion to her family and service to her friends and neighbors. She was widely beloved for her fine qualities of character. Throughout her long illness the devotion of her family was beautiful, everything possible being done for her comfort and convenient.
     Surviving Mrs. Moore are her husband; one son, Mr. Pat Moore; two daughters, Miss O'Delle Moore, head of Butts County Relief, Administration office, and Miss Trudie Moore, all of Jenkinsburg. She was the last member of her immediate family.
     Funeral services were held at the home Saturday morning at 11 o'clock with Elder A. C. Elliott, of McDonough, Elder Dan Henderson, of Atlanta, and Rev. R. C. Owen, of Jenkinsburg, officiating. Mrs. D. P. Settle and Mrs. R. P. Sasnett, with Mrs. Polly Evans as accompanist, sang favorite hymns, "Rock of Ages" and "Abide With Me." The pallbearers were Messrs. P. H. Weaver, John O. Minter, A. B. Stallsworth, Wilson Caston, James Childs and W. J. Saunders.
     Interment was in the family lot in Sandy Creek Cemetery with Rev. R. C. Owen having charge of the graveside services.

Moore, Ernest Campbell
Jackson Progress-Argus 21 Aug 1941
Heart Ailment Fatal to Macon Youth in Pool
Efforts to Revive Stricken Boy Unavailing. Apparatus Rushed From Atlanta by State Patrol
     The following account of the death of Ernest Campbell Moore, Macon youth, stricken with a heart attack while swimming, is taken from The Macon Telegraph of August 18.
     Stricken with a heart attack while playing with relatives and friends in the Indian Springs swimming pool, Ernest Campbell Moore, 15, died late yesterday despite efforts of state highway patrolmen to save his life with a respirator rushed from Atlanta.
     Young Moore, who resided with his parents at 2717 Forsyth road, was tossing a ball in the pool when he suddenly fell in the water, friends reported. His body was immediately recovered and attendants called for assistance of patrolmen in the belief that he was a victim of drowning.
     The patrolmen sent a radio appeal to their Atlanta headquarters, and in less than 40 minutes the respirator had been delivered to the scene. Treatment for two hours, however, failed to revive the lad.
     Dr. R. L. Hammond of Jackson, who directed the treatment, said that young Moore's death was the result of a heart attack.
     Ernest was a fourth-year student at Lanier High school, a Boy Scout and a member of the Christian Science Sunday school.
     He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ernest C. Moore Sr.; a sister, Emily Annette; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas A. Corley, and an aunt, Mrs. C. Lawrence Baldwin, all of Macon.
     Funeral arrangements had not been completed last night.

Moore, Fleety Mae Webb
Jackson Progress Argus 22 Jun 1978
Last Rites Held Saturday For Mrs. Moore
     Mrs. Fleety Mae Webb Moore, 78, of Route 3, Jackson, died early Friday morning at Sylvan Grove Hospital following a lengthy illness.
     Mrs. Moore was born in Jasper County, daughter of the late William Jackson Webb and the late Annie Vickers Webb. She was a member of Liberty Baptist Church.
     Surviving Mrs. Moore are her husband, G. Carter Moore of Jackson; two daughters Mrs. Anette Gorman of Chamblee and Mrs. Hilda Carter of Maitland, F'la.: four grandchildren; a brother, Herschel Webb of Branchwell, Va.: several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were conducted Saturday afternoon at three o'clock at Haisten's Chapel with the Rev. Joe Parham and the Rev. T. J. Thaxton officiating. Interment was in Liberty Baptist Church cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge.
     Pallbearers were B. Y. Lunceford, Herbert Moore, Harold Brooks. P. H. Weaver. Wendell Spencer, and Carlton Morris. all members of the Masonic Lodge.

Moore, Frank Kinney
Butts County Progress December 1, 1911
Thyroid Fever Claims Frank Moore For Victim
     Frank, the 20- year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Dave Moore, of Jenkinsburg, died Tuesday of typhoid fever, after an illness of several weeks. The funeral was held Wednesday at Jenkinsburg. Mr. Moore is survived by his parents and several brothers and sisters. The family have the sympathy of many friends in their bereavement.

Moore, Fred C.
  Jackson Progress Argus 03 Aug 1944
Fred C. Moore Killed July 15, Message Declared
     Technical Sergeant Fred Carl Moore, Company A 121st Infantry, was killed in France July 15, according to a War Department message received this week by his brother, Horace Moore, of Iron Springs district.
     More details are expected in a Iater message.
     The young soldier left Jackson with the Jackson Rifles and had been overseas several months and recently had been in the battle of Normandy.
     He was a son of the late Mr. and Frank Moore, and has a brother, Sgt. James S. Moore, recently wounded in France, and another brother, Horace Moore, of Butts county.

Moore, Gene Wise
Jackson Progress Argus 18 Nov 1987
     Gene Wise Moore, 85, of Phoenix, Ariz., died Saturday in Phoenix following a lengthy illness.
     Graveside services were conducted today at 2 p.m. at the Meredith-Wise family lot in the Jackson cemetery.
     Mrs. Moore was a native of Georgia, daughter of Dr. Marion Travis Wise and Octavia Meredith Wise.
     Survivors include two daughters, Mary Schepp of Scottsdale, Ariz., and Gene Owens of Phoenix; son. Bill Eaton of Tennessee; seven grandchildren; two great grandchildren.
     Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Moore, George Carter
Jackson Progress Argus 15 Oct 1986
     George Carter Moore, 84 formerly of Route 3. Jackson, the Barnesville Highway, died Sunday night at DeKalb General Hospital.
     The funeral was held Tuesday at 3 p.m. in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with the Rev. Fred **** officiating. Burial was in the Liberty Baptist Church cemetery with Masonic graveside rites.
     Mr. Moore was born in Butts County, son of the late Levi B Moore and Belle Carter Moore Weaver. He was a retired far. Mrs Moore and had been employed by the Standard Oil Co. and Pepperton Cotton Mill. He was deacon of Liberty Baptist Church and was a member of St. John's Lodge No 45. F&AM, the Royal Masons, Council and Knight Templar.
     Survivors include two daughters, Helen Anelte Coleman of Chamblee and Hilda Carter of Maitland, Fla; four grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; sister, Mary Webb of the Westbury Nursing Home in Jenkinsburg; several nieces and nephews.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Moore, George Washington
Jackson Progress Argus 07 Oct 1943
Geo. W. Moore, Born At Stark, Dies in Atlanta
     Funeral services for George W. Moore, 72 years of age, former Butts county resident, who died at his home in Atlanta Sunday night, were held Tuesday at 2 p. m. at the chapel of J. Austin Dillon Company. Rev. T. T. Davis officiated and burial was in Crest Lawn cemetery.
     Born in Butts county, a son of the late Billy Moore and Mrs. Martha Ivey Moore, he was connected with pioneer Butts county families. Moving to Atlanta several years ago he served a long connection with the Southern Railway System. Recently he had retired from active business.
     Surviving are his wife and five daughters, Mrs. F. E. Nix, Mrs. H. G. Morganridge, Mrs. J. E. Kilgore, Mrs. H. C. Snider and Mrs. Fred Banks of Atlanta; three sons, J. B. Moore, R. E. Moore and W. H. Moore of Chattanooga, Tenn.; three sisters, Mrs. J. C. Jones and Mrs. E. W. O'Neal of Jackson, and Mrs. W. F. Duke of Atlanta, and several grandchildren. He was a brother of the late Mr. John W. Moore of Jackson.
     Attending the funeral from here were Mrs. J. C Jones, Mr. and Mrs. E. W. O'Neal, Mr. and Mrs. H. M. Moore, Mrs. W. H. Wilson, Mrs. J. E. Edwards, W. J. O'Neal.

Moore, Grover Cleveland
Jackson Progress-Argus July 11, 1957
Grover Moore is Buried Sunday In Jenkinsburg
      Graveside services for Grover C. Moore, 72, of Atlanta were held Sunday afternoon at 2 p.m. at the Jenkinsburg Cemetery with the Rev. Welch officiating.
     Mr. Moore, who lived in Atlanta 352 Peachtree Street, died in a private hospital after a lengthy illness.
          A native of Butts county he has lived in Atlanta for a number of years and before is retirement had been employed by Hudgins, Inc. Survivors include two sisters, Mrs. Woodward of Jenkinsburg; and Mrs. Carrie Lecia Price of Atlanta and one grandson,
     Austin Dillon Co. of Atlanta is in charge of the arrangements

Moore, H. Roy
Jackson Progress Argus 26 Mar 1980
Rites Held Today For Roy Moore
     Funeral services for Mr. H. Roy Moore of Covington, will be conducted Wednesday afternoon at four o'clock at Salem United Methodist Church in Newton County. Remains will be placed in state at three o'clock. The Rev. Judd Hodges, Dr. Eugene Drinkard, and Mrs. Iris Standard will officiate. Interment will be in Salem Cemetery. J. C. Harwell and Son of Covington is in charge of arrangements.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Helen S. Moore, sisters, Mrs. Allene Wilson and Mrs. Maude Mason both of McDonough, and Mrs. Lelia Joyner of Covington, brothers, Mr. John Howard Moore of Jackson and Mr. James Moore of McDonough.
     In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Salem United Methodist Church building fund in memory of Mr. Moore.

Moore, Harry Dupree
Jackson Progress-Argus, November 17, 1949.
Harry D. Moore Dies in Atlanta.
     Harry Dupree Moore, 49, son of Mr. Walter Moore and the late Mrs. Lulabelle Dupree Moore, died Sunday night at Lawson General Hospital after an illness of several months. At the time of his death he was connected with the Internal Revenue Department.
     Born at Jenkinsburg and educated in the local schools and the University of Georgia, Mr. Moore served in the Navy during World War I. In his youth he was widely known as a pitcher on the Jackson baseball team. His business career took him to South Carolina, Rome and Atlanta. He was a member of the Methodist church and was a Mason and had a wide circle of friends here who he often visited.
     Funeral services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the chapel of Howard L. Carmichael and Sons in East Point. Rev. J. C. Calloway, pastor of Calvary Methodist church officiated and burial was in West View cemetery.
     The pallbearers were L. B. Jones, F. C. Rogers, F. F. Matthews, J. B. Dickerson, Paul Cobb, C. J. McElhaney.
     Surviving are his wife, the former Miss Eddie Edwards of Atlanta; a son, Charley Dupree Moore, USN of San Diego, Calif.; his father, Mr. T. W. Moore of Jenkinsburg; one brother, Charley D. Moore of Atlant; one sister, Mrs. Polly Evans, teacher in the Atlanta public schools.

Moore, Harry E.
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Apr 1944
Harry E. Moore Died Tuesday In Atlanta Hospital
     The death of Harry E. Moore, age about 48, resident of Jackson for the past several years, occurred Wednesday morning at Government Hospital No. 48 in Atlanta. He was removed there for treatment several days ago.
     Born and reared in Carrollton, Mr. Moore served in World War I. He was a member of the Jim Finley Post of the American Legion and interested in all affairs of the Legion. Because of disabilities Mr. Moore had not been in good health for years and frequently took treatment at the government hospital.
     He is survived by his wife, the former Miss Winnie Cole of Carrollton and now teller of Jackson National Bank; his mother, two sisters and a brother.
     Funeral services will be held at 2 o'clock Friday afternoon at the First Baptist church in Carrollton. Rev. R. B. Harrison, a former pastor here, and Rev. G. A. Briggs of the Jackson Baptist church will officiate.
     Mr. Moore, resided on McDonough Road, had a wide circle of friend here who are pained to know of his death.
Jackson Progress Argus 27 Apr 1944
Funeral Services For H. E. Moore In Carrollton
     Funeral services for H. E. (Jack) Moore, 46, who died at the Government Hospital in Atlanta April 19 were held at the First Baptist church in Carrollton at 2 p. m., Friday. The Rev. H. P. Bell and the Rev. G. A. Briggs officiated and burial was in the city cemetery. Pallbearers were from the Carrollton post of the American Legion.
     Mr. Moore was the son of the late Bart Moore and Mrs. Mattie Davenport Moore Redwine of Carrollton and was born August 8, 1897. He attended the Carrollton public, schools and served in the first world war. The day he was to board ship for overseas he fell on ice-coated steps and injured his spine and never recovered from the injuries. Despite his health he retained cheerful disposition and used his talents as a skilled mechanic to make useful articles to cheer others.
     In 1930 he was married to Miss Winnie Cole and they have resided in Jackson for about twelve years. Mrs. Moore is affiliated with Jackson National Bank as teller.
     Survivors in addition to his wife, are his mother, Mrs. J. K. Redwine of Carrollton; two sisters, Mrs. Cliff Toney of Atlanta and Mrs. J. H. Carmichael of Carrollton.
     As a tribute to a popular and esteemed resident several Butts county citizens attended the funeral rites in Carrollton Friday afternoon.

Moore, Herbert E.
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Nov 1986
     Herbert Elton Moore, 80, of 329 McDonough Road, Jackson, died Thursday morning at Sylvan Grove Hospital.,
     The funeral was held Friday at 4 p.m. in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with
the Rev. Bill O'Conner officiating. Burial was in the Jackson cemetery.
     Mr. Moore was a lifelong resident of Butts County, son of the late John Allen Moore and Elizabeth Preston Moore. He was in the automobile business for several years and co-owned and operated Moore's Garage in Jackson before his retirement. Mr. Moore was a member of the First Baptist Church, a charter member of the Jackson Exchange Club, and an honorary member of the National Exchange Club. He was a mason, a member of the St. John's Lodge No. 45, the Jackson Chapter No. 54, Royal
Arch Masons; the Ocmulgee Council No. 18; the Alexius Commandery No. 22 of Knights Templar, Order of the Eastern Star, He was a member of the American Association of Retired Persons.
     Survivors include his wife, Florigene McNeely Moore; daughter and son-in-law, Lydia Moore Webb and Jerald Wayne Webb of Mableton; daughter-in-law, Rebecca E. Moore of Augusta; granddaughters, Tiffany Webb of Mableton and Stephanie Moore of Augusta; several nephews and nieces.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Moore, Herbert Elton, Jr.
Jackson Progress-Argus 9 Jan 1937
Death of Child Causes Sorrow to Many Friends
     To Mr. and Mrs. Herbert E. Moore sincere sympathy is extended by a host of friends in the death of their year-old-son, Herbert Elton Moore, Jr., which occurred early Sunday morning at the Eggleston Hospital in Atlanta. The little fellow had not been well recently and was admitted to the hospital for treatment. His passing came as a profound shock to the family and to many friends with whom he was a favorite.
     Had the child lived until Saturday he would have been a year old. His bright and attractive manner and his winsome personality endeared him to all who knew him.
     Surviving relatives include his parents; his grandmother, Mrs. John A Moore, of Jackson; his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Edgar McNeely, and great-grandmother, Mrs. Lilla Mae McNeely, of Griffin. Mrs Moore was the former Miss Florrie Jean McNeely, of Spalding county.
     Funeral services were held at the Baptist church Monday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock, with Rev. R. B. Harrison officiating. A profusion of flowers showed the love of friends and relatives and the casket bearers were Foster Leverett, Junior Nutt, Harry Ball and Jim Howell. Interment was in the family lot in the Jackson cemetery.

Moore, Hubbard J.
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Apr 1959
Hubbard J. Moore, Native of Butts, Buried at Sandy
     Funeral services, for Hubbard J. Moore, 86, of 4204 Marion Avenue, Macon, who died at his residence Friday after a long illness, were held at 3 o'clock Sunday afternoon at Sandy Creek Baptist Church where the body lay in state from 2 until 3 p. m. Interment was in the Sandy Creek Cemetery. Rev. Charles Hartesfield and Rev. Ralph Goodwin officiated.
     Mr. Moore, a retired farmer, was born in Butts county, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Moore. He moved to Macon a year ago from Henry county where he was a member of the Hampton Lodge of Masons.
     Survivors are a son, E. A. Moore of Macon; a daughter, Mrs. G. L. Hodges of Flovilla; nine grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Harry Smith, Robert Smith, Andrew Smith, Hugh B. Moore, Elbert Moore and Eros Mayfield.
     Harts Mortuary was in charge of arrangements.

Moore, Infant
Jackson Progress-Argus 29 April 1937
Death of an Infant
     Mr. and Mrs. DeWitt Moore, of the Mount Vernon community, have the sympathy of friends in the death of their six-weeks-old infant, which occurred Saturday. Funeral, services were held Sunday at Mount Vernon church, with Rev. R. B. Harrison officiating.
     
Moore, Infant
  Middle Georgia Argus March 25, 1884
     The little daughter of Mr. Joe Moore, which had been adopted by Mr. and Mrs. Frank Carter, (after the death of her mother) died of pneumonia last Monday morning.

Moore, Isaac Clark
  Butts County Progress March 3, 1911
Mr. Isaac Moore Passes Away At A Ripe Old Age
     At the age of 90 Mr. Isaac C. Moore died at his home a few miles from Jackson last Saturday morning. A general breakdown incident to old age was responsible for his death.
     Mr. Moore was a leading citizen of the county and a Confederate veteran. He taught school a number of years ago and had a wide circle of friends.
     Surviving the deceased are his wife, who was Miss Mona Mayo, three sons, Troy, Frank and William Moore, four daughters, Mrs. Charlie Hardy, Mrs. Victoria Wise, of Buckner, Ark., Mrs. Powell Hodges and Miss Obera Moore.
     The funeral was held at Macedonia Sunday morning at 11 o'clock.

Moore, J. W., Mrs (nee Campbell)
Jackson Progress Argus Feb 27 1931
Mrs. J. W. Moore Of Atlanta Died Friday
     The death of Mrs. J. W. Moore, a daughter of Mrs. W. F. Tyler and a sister of Mrs. R. H. Burford, of this city, occurred at her home in Atlanta Friday. Funeral services were held Saturday morning at 11 o'clock and interment was in Greenwood cemetery.
     Besides her mother and sister, Mrs. Moore is "survived by her husband and a brother, Mr. R. D. Campbell, of Monticello. The family have many friends here who sympathize with them in their sorrow.

Moore, Jack, Mrs.
  Butts County Progress August 16, 1912
     The death of Mrs. Jack Moore took place at her home at Flovilla Wednesday night, death being due to pneumonia, The funeral was held at Sand Creek Thursday.

Moore, James
Jackson Progress-Argus 16 Oct 1936
School Boy Dies At Towaliga Home
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. Morris Moore, of Towaliga district regret to know of the death of their son, James Moore, 15 years of age which occurred Saturday night. He was a student in the Towaliga school and was popular with fellow pupils and teachers.
      Funeral services were held at Fellowship church Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock, with Rev. E. L. Daniel officiating. Pallbearers, Classmates at Towaliga school, were Milton Colwell, Garland Cooper, Thomas Allen, Joe Mask, Murry Ridgeway and Tommy Ridgeway. Interment was in the church cemetery.
     Surviving relatives include his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Morris Moore; and one sister, Nellie Virginia Moore; a brother, Thomas Hollis Moore; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. T. H. Cochran, all of Butts county.

Moore, James
  Middle Georgia Argus August 17, 1886
Macon In the Hands Of A Mob.
Jas. Moore taken from the jail and hanged to a tree.
     On Thursday night of last week James Moore, an ex-policeman was forced from Bibb county jail and hanged to a tree on Cherry street. Two nights previously he had most brutally outraged the person of a Miss Little who he happened to meet at the car-shed. The whole city felt outraged at such conduct in their midst, and an indignation meeting was held by the leading citizens. Many speeches were made and Judge Simmons was requested to call an extra session of the Superior court at once and try the criminal that he might receive quick punishment. But on Thursday night at 1 o'clock a mob of nearly 1000 determined men gathered at the jail, overpowering the jailer and his assistants, took Moore from his cell and hung him as stated above.
     We cannot say that we are in favor of mob violence, but in this case we unhesitatingly say that Moore received his just deserts. The women of this country should be protected and in such cases as this one the usual process of the courts is too slow and the mob who took the law into their own hands cannot be censured.

Moore, James Columbus
  The Jackson Progress-Argus August 2, 1929
Mr. James C. Moore Passed Away Friday
     The death of Mr. James Columbus Moore, aged 77, occurred Friday night at 8 o'clock at his home at Kinard's Mill. He had been in declining health for some time and suffered from the infirmities of old age. There are many friends over the county who will regret to know of his passing.
     Mr. Moore was born and raised in Butts county and was a son of Mr. Stephen Moore. He was regarded as an industrious and upright citizen and had the confidence and esteem of all his acquaintances.
     He is survived by one daughter, Miss Margie Moore; two sons; Dewey D. Moore and Morris Moore; one sister, Mrs. Wilson Moore, of Jenkinsburg, several grandchildren and nephews and nieces.
     Funeral services were held at Fellowship church Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock, with Rev. Thos. M. Callaway officiating. Interment was in the churchyard.

Moore, James Frank
Jackson Progress-Argus 19 Jan 1934
Mr. Frank Moore Dies at Home Near Jackson
     The death of Mr. James Frank Moore, 64 years of age, well known J Butts county citizen, occurred Tuesday at noon at his home near Jackson. The passing of Mr. Moore brings sorrow to a host of friends.
     Mr. Moore was a son of the late Mr. Isaac Moore, prominent as a teacher in Butts and Jasper counties and prominent resident of Butts county. He was a member of Pleasant Grove church and was esteemed for his sterling qualities of character.
     Surviving Mr. Moore are his wife, formerly Miss Vannie Lummus, of Butts county; two daughters, Mrs. H. J. Lavender, of Lakeland, Fla., and Miss Sara Moore, of Jackson; 8 sons, Thomas H. and Taylor Moore, of Lakeland, Fla.; J. F., Horace, Sam, Fred, Fleetwood and Charles Moore, of Jackson. He is also survived by several brothers and sisters. Funeral services were held at Pleasant Grove church Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, with Rev. Mr. Holloman officiating. Interment was in the family lot in Macedonia cemetery.
                    
Moore, James Franklin
Jackson Progress Argus 07 Sep 1961
James F. Moore, 48, Dies of Heart Attack
     Mr. James Franklin Moore, 48, of 215 North 15th St., Griffin, a native of Butts, died Thursday afternoon at work with death attributed to a heart attack. He Was yarn production manager at Spalding Knitting Mills, being employed there 25 years.
     Mr. Moore was a deacon of the Grace Baptist Church and teacher of the Men's Bible Class.
     Funeral services were held Saturday from Grace Church. Interment was in Oak Hill Cemetery.
     Survivors include his wife; one daughter and one son; his mother; four sisters; and three brothers.

Moore, James M.
Jackson Progress Argus 07 Jan 1943
Death J. M. Moore Occurred Tuesday At His Home
     The death of Mr. James M. Moore, 68, occurred Tuesday afternoon at 5 o'clock at his home in. the Mount Vernon, district. Mr. Moore died of a sudden heart attack. He was a son of Joseph and Sallie Edwards Moore of Butts county.
     Survivors include his wife who was formerly Miss McClellan of Jasper county; one son, M. D. Moore; three brothers, Joe of Cork, Otis of Flovilla, and Tom of Atlanta; one sister Mrs. Bessie Vickers of Cork; four grandchildren, Talmadge, T. F., Floyd and Andrew Moore.
     Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock at Mount Vernon with Rev. Theodore Thaxton officiating.
     Thornton Funeral Homes will be in charge of arrangements.

Jackson Progress Argus 07 Jan 1943
Funeral Services Held Thursday for Mr. Jas. M. Moore
     Funeral services for Mr. James M. Moore. widely known resident of near Indian Syrings whose death occurred January 5, were held Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock at Mt. Vernon church. Rev. Theodore Thaxton officiated at the service and paid high tribute to the character and worth of this well-known citizen.
     The pallbearers were Charles Brownlee, J. D. Brownlee, Albert Garr, Clayton Garr, T. B. Colwell. Olin Pettigrew.
      Burial was in the Mt. Vernon church cemetery with Thornton Funeral Homes having charge of arrangements.

Moore, James Nelson
The Jackson Argus Sept 6 1901
     With regret the friends of Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Moore, who, only a few weeks ago moved from Jackson to Clauton, Ala., will learn that James Nelson, their little four-year-old son, whom they had adopted and named for Dr. W. A. Nelson, died last Sunday of scarlet fever. Little James Nelson was sick but a few hours and his death was a shock to everyone.

Moore, James Parker, Maj.
Jackson Progress Argus 06 Jun 1979
Moore Rites Held Tuesday
     Memorial services for Maj. James Parker Moore, (Ret.) U. S. Army, of 765 Briar Park Court NE, Atlanta, were held June 5th at 2 o'clock at Druid Hills Presbyterian Church. Dr. Harry Beverly and Rev. Steve Rhodes officiated. H. M. Patterson & Son, Spring Hill, was in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Moore was the husband of the former Polly Smith Evans, of Butts County, who survives.
     Other survivors include a daughter, Mrs. John Cox, Jefferson, Ga. ; brothers, Mr. Virlyn B. Moore, Jr., Atlanta, Mr. Robert D. Moore, Birmingham; sister, Mrs. Alton Bishop, Atlanta;
     Grandchildren, Alicia Cox, Laura Cox; step-son, Mr. Walter Ted Evans,. Watkinsville, Ga.; Step- grandchildren, Katrina Evans, Atlanta, Ted Evans, Jr., Watkinsville.
                         
Moore, James T.
  Middle Georgia Argus March 9, 1886
     W. F. Smith inform us that he is receipt of a letter from Miss Bettie Moore of Mulberry, Ark. Announcing the death of her father, Mr. James Moore, well known for many years as a citizen of this county.

Middle Georgia Argus March 31, 1886
An Old Comrade Gone.
     It is always sad to write of the death of a friend, or relative, but it is doubly so, when we speak or write of the life and death of one who wore the gray.
     Mr. James Moore who died at his home near Mulberry Ark. On the first, had many friends and relatives in this county. His death was caused by a falling limb, while standing near while his sons were chopping fire wood. And at the time of his death he was in his 63rd year.
     Seldom is it that we are called upon to mourn the loss of one who has rendered service to his country in two civil wars. But such was the case with the subject of this sketch.
     When the "trump was sounded" calling for troops to carry the "stars and stripes" into Mexico, he volunteered and fought in the United States Army through that bloody conflict. After the war with Mexico, he returned to Butts county and subsequently married to Miss Sarah Smith, daughter of Robt. Smith, and sister of Hon. S. F. Smith and R. Van Smith of Dublin district.
     In 1861 he again responded to his country's call and joined Morgan's Cavalry, in the Confederate Army. Serving gallantry through four years of blood, until the dark curtain fell on the scene. After the war he devoted a few years to farming in this county. He then moved with his family to Spring Place Murry county Ga., where they spent several years and then moved to Arkansas. The early years of his manhood was given to wayward life. But the events of after years caused him to see the folly of vain pursuits, and as the flitting years sped by he developed into the refined gentleman, and then a true believer in the atonement of Christ.
     What a source of consolation to the bereaved family, comrades, and friends to know that the hand of Providence guided him through all the scenes of an eventful life, and then stricken down at the very "opportune moment" when he could say, "I am ready." The Lord has been good to me, and spared me to raise my children pardon the errors of my life and I am now ready." What a grand and glorious ending of an eventful and checkered life.
     Our old comrade has only gone with the advance line to await our coming. We hope to meet beyond the river.
OLD FRIEND, AND FELLOW SOLDIER.
     
Moore, James Thomas
Jackson Progress-Argus, September 16, 1948.
James Moore is Victim Sudden Illness Tuesday.
     James Thomas Moore, 43, prominent Butts county resident and large lumber dealer, died Tuesday morning at 11:30 as the result of a heart attack. He had been in declining health for the past two or three years but the immediate cause of death was and attack suffered early Tuesday. Given treatment here, he was removed to a Griffin hospital and was pronounced dead upon arrival.
     Born near Meridian, Miss., Mr. Moore had been a resident of Georgia more than 20 years. He came to Jackson from Montezuma nearly 7 years ago and was one of the large sawmill operators of this area. He also was engaged in farming and livestock growing on the W. A. Newton farm which he bought five or six years ago. Mr. Moore was a member of the Jackson Baptist church. He was recognized a sterling citizen and hosts of friends here were shocked by his sudden passing.
     Survivors are his wife, the former Miss Myrtice Cannon of Meridian, Miss.; five children, Bobby, Betty, Dickie, Peggy and Cherry Moore; father, Will Moore of Meridian, Miss.; one brother, Vernon Moore, Covington; two sisters, Mrs. Hoyt Edwards, Nashville, Tenn. and Mrs. Dean Mann, Washington, D. C.
     Funeral services were held at the home Wednesday at 4 p.m. and Rev. Gaither Briggs of the Baptist church and Rev. Ralph Shea of the Methodist church officiated. Interment was in the Jackson cemetery with Thornton Funeral Home in charge of plans.
     Active pallbearers were Taylor Patrick, Trice Riddle, Roy Prosser, J. B. White, C. F. Singley, Herbert Moore. The honorary pallbearers, some of whom played on the Jackson high school football team when Bobby Moore was 1947 captain, were R. P. Newton, J. W. Carter, Troy Willis, Paul Pickett, Bailey Woodward, frank Moore, Andrew Leverett, Riley Thaxton, Benson McCarty, Ed O'Neal, W. C. Norsworthy, Arthur Freeman, Eugene William, Jimmy Caldwell, John Caldwell.

Moore, Jason G.
  Butts County Progress September 13, 1912
Jason G. Moore Crosses Divide.
Confederate veteran and prominent citizen died Thursday.
     Friends throughout the county will regret to learn of the death of Mr. Jason G. Moore, which occurred last Thursday at his home in Dublin district. Paralysis was the cause of death.
     Mr. Moore, who was in his 78th year, was a native of this county and a Confederate veteran. In the Civil War he served in Co. D, Sixth Georgia Regiment. He was a good citizen and enjoyed the confidence and esteem of a large number of friends. Mr. Moore lived on the tanner place, where he had resided continuously for thirty-one years, a record seldom made by a tenant.
     Surviving him are his wife, three sons, Messrs. J. M., J. B., and W. O. Moore and other relatives. The funeral was held at Sandy Creek Friday morning at 11 o'clock, the services being conducted by the Masons.
     In their affliction, the family have the sympathy of a wide circle of friends.

Moore, Joe, Mrs.
  Middle Georgia Argus September 8, 1881
Died.
     After getting ready to go to press, the sad intelligence reached us of the death of Mrs. Joe Moore of this county.

Moore, Joe Henry
Jackson Progress Argus 26 Apr 1995
     Joe Henry Moore of Smithville, TX died Saturday, April 1.
     Funeral services were held Sunday, April 2, in Smithville. Interment was in Smithville Cemetery.
     Mr Moore was born March 3, 1906 in the Dublin District of Butts County, son of the late Minnie Higgins Moore and William O. Moore of Butts County. He was the widower of Lana Inge Moore.
     He was retired from the M.K.T. Railway system, was a Mason and was of the Baptist faith.
     Survivors include wife, Ada of Texas; daughter, Marlene Moore Bennight of Texas; brother, Frank P. Moore of Butts County; sister, Sara Moore Torbet of Butts County; three grandchildren and great grandchildren; nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives in Georgia, Texas and Virginia
     Marrs Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Moore, John Allen
  Butts County Progress July 17, 1912
Mr. John A. Moore Summoned By Death
     The death Friday morning at 8:15 at his home at West Avenue of Mr. John Allen Moore removes one of the county's few surviving Confederate veterans and one of the community's most prominent citizens. The end, which was peaceful, came after several weeks of suffering. He had been in declining health for some months and recently his condition had become critical and members of his family were at his bedside when he passed away. Mr. Moore's death brings deep sorrow to a host of relatives and friends.
     A native of Butts county where he was born May 3, 1846, Mr. Moore spent his entire life of 85 years here. He was the son of the late John Lewis Moore and Mrs. Nancy Hunter Moore, pioneer residents of this county. Through a long and useful career Mr. Moore had achieved success in his business affairs. He was the oldest member of the Jackson Methodist church, and in his quiet and unassuming way he showed keen interest in religious activities. During the War Between the States Mr. Moore served as a member of Company G, Third Georgia Reserves. He was also a member of Camp Barnett No. 1114 U. C. V.
     Mr. Moore was highly esteemed by his associates and friends. He was a man of sterling integrity and was admired for his fair and honorable business relations. In the home he was kind, affectionate and indulgent.
     He is survived by his wife, who was Miss Annie Preston, of Jackson before her marriage, three daughters, Mrs. George H. Matheson, of Jackson; Mrs. W. H. McMichael and Mrs. George M. Duncan, of Atlanta; three sons, Mr. John Lewis Moore, Mr. Frank Douglas Moore and Mr. Herbert Elton Moore, all well known business men of Jackson; two grandchildren, Elizabeth and Billie McMichael, of Atlanta. Miss Florence Barkley is a niece and Mr. W. M. Barkley is a nephew.
     Funeral services were held at the Jackson Methodist church Saturday afternoon at 4:30, with pastor, T. H. Williams, assisted by Rev. Thos. M. Callaway, of the First Baptist church, officiating. High tribute to his life and character were paid by the ministers and many relatives and friends expressed their love and esteem by lovely floral offerings. The pallbearers were the three sons, Messrs. Lewis, Frank and Hubert Moore, and the sons-in-law, Messrs. George Matherson, W. H. McMichael and George M. Duncan. Interment was in the family lot in the Jackson city cemetery.

Moore, John Allen
Mr. John A. Moore Summoned by Death
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Jul 1931
The death Friday morning at 8:15 at his home on West Avenue of Mr. John Allen Moore removes one of the county's few surviving Confederate veterans and one of the community's most prominent citizens. The end, which was peaceful, came after several weeks of suffering. He had been in declining health for some months and recently his condition had been critical and members of the family were at his bedside when he passed away. Mr. Moore's death brings deep sorrow to a host of relatives and friends.
     A native of Butts county where he was born May 3, 1846, Mr. Moore had spent his entire life of 85 years here. He was a son of the late Mr. John Lewis Moore and Mrs. Nancy Hunter Moore, pioneer residents of the county. Through a long and useful career Mr. Moore had achieved success in his business affairs. He was the oldest member of the Jackson Methodist church, and in his quiet and unassuming way he showed keen interest in religious activities. During the War Between the States Mr. Moore served as a member of Company G Third Georgia Reserves. He was" also a member of Camp Barnett No. 1114 U. C. V.
     Mr. Moore was highly esteemed by his associates and friends. He was a man of sterling integrity and was admired for his fair and honorable business relations. In the home he was kind, affectionate and indulgent.
     He is survived by his wife, who was Miss Annie Preston, of Jackson, before her marriage; three daughters, Mrs. George H. Matheson, of Jackson; Mrs. W. H. McMichael and Mrs. George M. Duncan, of Atlanta; three sons, Mr. John Lewis Moore, Mr. Frank Douglas Moore and Mr. Herbert Elton Moore, all well known business men of Jackson; two grandchildren, Elizabeth and Billie McMichael, of Atlanta. Miss Florence Larkley is a niece and Mr. W. M. Barkley is a nephew.
     Funeral services were held at the to Jackson Methodist church Saturday afternoon at 4:30, with the pastor, Rev. T. H. Williams, assisted by Rev. Thos. M. Callaway, of the First Baptist church, officiating. High tribute to his life and character was paid by the ministers and many relatives and friends expressed their love and esteem by lovely floral offerings. The pallbearers were the three sons, Messrs. Lewis, Frank and Herbert Moore, and the sons-in-law, Messrs. George Mathewson, W. H. McMichael and George M. Duncan. Interment was in the family lot in the Jackson cemetery.

Moore, John Allen, Captain
Jackson Progress Argus 14 Sep 1978
Capt. John Allen Moore Dies In Crash
     A tragic head-on automobile collision Saturday near Fort Gordon, in Augusta, cut short the military career of one of Jackson's most promising young soldiers.
Captain John Allen Moore, United States Army, stationed at Fort Gordon, died Saturday morning of injuries sustained in the accident.
     Captain Moore, 28, was a native of Butts County, born April 23, 1950. He was a 1968 graduate of Jackson High School and a 1973 graduate of North Georgia College at Dahlonega. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Jackson, the St. Johns Lodge No. 45, F&AM, the Jephtha Chapter No. 252, Order of the Eastern Star, and the Yaarab Temple of Shrine in Atlanta.
     Captain Moore is survived by his wife, Mrs. Rebecca E. Moore; a daughter, little Miss Stephanie Moore, both of Fort Gordon; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Moore, of Jackson; a sister, Mrs. Lydia M. Webb, and a niece, Miss Tiffany Webb, both of Mableton.
     Funeral services Were conducted Tuesday afternoon at four o'clock from the First Baptist Church in Jackson with the Rev. Don Folsom officiating. Interment Was in Jackson City Cemetery with full military honors.
     Members of the 1968 graduating class of Jackson High School and members of all the Masonic bodies served as honorary pallbearers.
     Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Moore, John Franklin
Jackson Progress Argus 21 Sep 1972
Man Killed Saturday in Fiery Crash
     A 20 year old Jenkinsburg man, John Franklin Moore, was killed early Saturday morning when the car he was driving south on State Route 42 left the road about a quarter mile north of the Butts-Henry County line in Henry County, overturned and burst into flames, trapping the driver under the vehicle.
     Mary Alice Moore, 18, his wife, also of Jenkinsburg, was passenger in the car but was thrown from the vehicle, suffering abrasions of the right forearm and knee. She was treated at Sylvan Grove Hospital and released.
     The accident was investigated by the Georgia State Patrol from the Griffin Barracks. Evidence points that the car in which the two Jenkinsburg residents were riding was traveling at a high rate of speed when it left the road on a curve, climbed a slight embankment, turning over several times and eventually coming to rest in a field opposite the intersection of Woodward Road. Those first on the scene summoned ambulances and law officials from both Butts and Henry Counties. The body of Mr. Moore was discovered under the flaming vehicle but could not be recovered until the fire had run its course.
     Mr. Moore was reported to be an employee at United Wholesale Druggist in East Point and had only lived at the Miller Apartments in Jenkinsburg about three weeks, coming there from McDonough. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at Ola.

Moore, John Howard
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Sep 1987
     John Howard Moore, 71, of 919 Nelson. St., Jackson, died Sept. 2 at Emory University Hospital following an illness of several months.
     The funeral was held Friday at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with the Revs. John Waller, Edgar Welch, and Lannie Smith officiating. Burial was in the Macedonia Baptist Church cemetery.
     Mr. Moore, a native of Henry County, lived in. Covington before moving to Jackson more than 20 years ago. He was a former justice of the peace and Butts County magistrate court judge. Mr. Moore was a former member of the Jackson Housing Authority's Board of Commissioners and served as the authority's manager before his illness. He was a mason, a member of the Macedonia Baptist Church, and a former president of the Jackson Exchange Club.
     Survivors include his wife, Billie Hodges Moore; son and daughter-in-law, Richard and Judy Moore of Gallatin, Tenn., daughters and sons-in-law, Dianne and Larry Wagner of Covington, Gwendolyn and Tony Martin of Jonesboro, and Mike and Beverly Riley of Jackson; daughters, Maxine Capes and Gail Alexander, both of Covington; 11 grandchildren; brother, James C. Moore of McDonough; sisters, Alline Wilson and Lelia Joyner, both of McDonough; sister-in-law, Helen Moore of Conyers; several nephews and nieces.
     Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Moore, John Lewis
Jackson Progress Argus 18 Nov 1932
Mr. J . Lewis Moore Passes in His Sleep
     The death of Mr. John Lewis Moore, 31 years of age, which occurred in his sleep early Monday in his apartment on Third street, came as a shock to a host of friends. Mr. Moore retired in his usual health and about 4 o'clock he arose for a drink of wafer and
returned to bed. Mrs. Moore cooked breakfast and when she went to call Mr. Moore found that he had passed away.
     Coroner A. A. White was notified and an inquest was ordered. The verdict of the jury was that the deceased came to his death from natural causes.
     Mr. Moore was born in Jackson on February 8, 1898. He was a son of the late Mr. John Allen Moore, prominent resident and Confederate veteran. His mother before her marriage was Miss Annie Preston, connected with a well known Butts county family. Mr. Moore attended the schools in Jackson and during the World War attended Georgia Tech in the R. O. T. C. division. After the close of the war he returned home and engaged in business. He was the senior member of the firm of Moore's Garage and had conducted a successful business for several years, first on the courthouse square and later at the present location on East Third street.
     Mr. Moore was a young man who commanded the respect of his associates. He was broad in his sympathies and was kind and generous by nature and training. He was a member of the Knights of Pythias and American Legion.
     He is survived by his wife, who previous to her marriage was Miss Evelyn Weldon, of Monroe county; his mother, Mrs. John Allen Moore; three sisters, Mrs. G. H. Mathewson, of Jackson; Mrs. W. H. McMichael and Mrs. George Duncan, of Atlanta; two brothers, Messrs. Frank and Herbert Moore, both of Jackson.
     Funeral services were held from the Jackson Baptist church Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, with the pastor, Rev. Thomas M. Callaway, officiating. Friends attested their esteem by beautiful floral offerings. The pallbearers were Messrs. H. M. Moore, J. W. O'Neal, J. H. Turner, V. W. Fretwell, L. M. Spencer and J. H. Bond. Interment was in the family lot in the Jackson City Cemetery.

Moore, John W.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus May 31, 1918
Mr. J. W. Moore Buried Sunday
Prominent attorney goes to reward Friday
Many pay last tribute
Funeral was largely attended and many lovely floral offerings attested to esteem of friends
     After an illness of many weeks with kidney trouble, Mr. John W. Moore, one of the best known attorneys in Georgia and widely known and admired, died at his home in Atlanta, 560 Peachtree street, Friday at noon.
     Born May 15, 1871, Colonel Moore was 47 years of age. He was a native of Butts county, a son of Mr. and Mrs. L. H. Moore. He attended the local schools and was graduated from Emery college in 1893. Afterwards he taught at Jenkinsburg and was principal of the schools at Monticello. Giving up teaching he went to Atlanta and studied law in the office of Senator Hoke Smith. He was admitted to the bar in 1898 and therefore had been practicing twenty years.
     Mr. Moore was a remarkably successful career as an attorney. Following his admission to the bar he was associated for a time with the late J. D. Kilpatrick, later becoming the senior partner in the firm of Moore and Branch. Mr. Moore was perhaps best known as a criminal lawyer. He has taken part in some of the most noted cases tried in Atlanta in a number of years. His firm acted as counsel for Mrs. Daisy Grace when she was on trial charged with shooting her husband, Eugene Grace. That was one of the most noted cases Atlanta has had in a score of years, and Mrs. Grace was acquitted of the charge. Another noted case in which Mr. Moore figured was the Applebaum case. Mrs. Applebaum, charged with shooting her husband in an Atlanta hotel, was likewise acquitted.
     In addition to having a splendid knowledge of the law, Mr. Moore was a convincing advocate. His addresses to the jury were clear cut, powerful presentations of his client's claims, and the firm of Moore and Branch was widely sought after, particularly in criminal matters. Mr. Moore usually acted as a defense lawyer, rarely appearing for the prosecution in any case. This role was suited to his temperament and his own nature of not wishing to prosecute any one.
     During his practice in Atlanta Mr. Moore had won the respect of his fellow attorneys, the presiding judges and juries. He had climbed rapidly and stood in the forefront of the younger generation of lawyers.
     His friendship was prized. He was a trusting, loyal friend, and those who knew him best esteemed him most highly. His many admirable traits of character endeared him to a large number of friends, and aside from his qualities as an attorney, he was known and admired as a man.
     Mr. Moore was a member of the Jackson Methodist church. He is survived by his wife, who was Miss Mamie Ellis, of Jackson, daughter of the late Dr. J. T. Ellis; three brothers, Mr. T. W. Moore, a well known farmer of Jenkinsburg, Hon. J. T. Moore, of Jackson, former representative from Butts county, Mr. Charles Moore, of Atlanta.
     Funeral services were held at the home in Atlanta Saturday afternoon at 5 o'clock. The services were conducted by Dr. J. H. Eakes, presiding elder of the North Atlantic district, who officiated at his marriage, and Rev. W. R. Hendrick, pastor of St. Mark Methodist church.
     At his own request, the body of Mr. Moore was laid to rest beside the graves of his father and mother in the Jackson cemetery. The body was brought to Jackson Sunday morning and short services were held at the grave by Dr. Eakes. Many beautiful floral offerings attested the esteem to which the deceased was held and by the Atlanta bar, the Atlanta police force and others. The funeral was attended by hundreds of relatives and friends.
     Among the out of town visitors attending the funeral were:
     Judge George Bell and Mrs. Bell, Congressman William Schley Howard, Mr. J. R. Smith, Mr. A. H. Stephens, Mr. E. R. Black, Mr. Henry Porter, Mr. E. C. Bell, Mr. Morris Macks, Mr. J. A. Branch. Mr. John Y. Smith, Mr. H. B. Troutman, Mr. John L. Hopkins, Mr. J. W. Austin, Mr. George Gordon, Mr. p. J. Ripley, Mr. Edgar Latham, Judge A. G. Powell, Mr. L. L. Resser, Mr. Marion Smith, Mr. L. M. Jordan, Judge W. M. Beck, Major and Mrs. Joel B. mallet, all of Atlanta; Mr. W. H. May, Mr. Doyal Campbell, Mr. L. O. Benton, Mr. Eugene Benton, of Monticello, Mr. E. E. Smith, of McDonough, and many others.
  
  The Jackson Progress-Argus May 31, 1918
Mr. Moore's Passing
     The death of Mr. John W. Moore removes from the stage of action one of the best known, most widely beloved and useful members of the Georgia bar. In the twenty years that he had practiced law Colonel Moore had established a reputation that will long live after him. He had handled some of the most celebrated cases known in Georgia in a generation. He was stricken down at the time of his greatest usefulness. His loss is a blow to the entire bar of the state.
     Mr. Moore was a very lovable character. He was true to his friends and steadfast in all things. The soul of honor and knightly courtesy, he was held in the tenderest affection by those who knew him best. He never betrayed a trust or violated a pledge.
     Though for many years a resident of Atlanta, Mr. Moore never ceased to be interested in the affairs of his native county. He was ever ready to bestow a favor and grant a kindness to any citizen of his old home. His career at the bar has been watched with pride by the people of Butts county, and his success was a matter of concern to all. That he should have been cut down at the zenith of his usefulness and when the future beckoned with bright promises is one of the saddest features of his going.
     He lived not long but well. His fame and place as one of the foremost attorneys of his day is secure. There is a touch of personal loss to many in the passing of this splendid character, and the family have the consolation that many friends and admirers share their grief.

Mr. Moore At Rest
  (James B. Nevin in Atlanta Georgia)
cannot trust myself here and now to write the tender things that are in my heart to say of John Moore dear old John, who passed on at noon yesterday, after many weeks of patient suffering and distress of body and mind. He was so dear to me so very, very dear, and so intimately and unselfishly my friend.
     For some time, I have known John had to go. He knew that and he knew that I knew it. I could feel it in the grip of his handshake, many long, long weeks before he went home to his last illness.
     I have been along the wayside a while with John--along the wayside when the flowers were abloom and the fields were green, and again when the flowers were abloom and the fields were green and again when the way was dark, and the landscape drear and the end of the road uncertain.
     I think I knew him I know I loved him. And if I had too great an appreciation of him, that was a child of the great love I bore him.
     There are many of them "Over There" now many I knew in the days gone by. And I know that John Must know at this time something of the loneliness and the sadness his going away has caused me.
     May his gentle fine and manly soul rest in peace "Over There."
Mr. John Moore
(Atlanta Journal)
       To all who knew him as a friend, they are legion, the death of Mr. John W. Moore has brought a heartache of personal sorrow. His fellow members of the Atlanta bar admired his talent and integrity. The public esteemed him for his useful though unobtrusive citizenship. Those who knew him most intimately found him a deep as well as versatile student, not of law alone but of some of the rarest provinces of literature. But from whatever point of view John Moore's personality was regarded, he impressed one first and last with the fine, rich humanness of his spirit. He made friends among all sorts and conditions of men, made them without effort and perhaps unconsciously. There was nothing of the professional "miser" in his manner. He never affected cordiality or wore his heart upon his sleeve. No man ever lived more thoroughly the proverb, "Best be thyself, impartial, plain and true," it was this very simplicity and genuineness, combined with an instinctive readiness to help others, that made him so widely and so deeply beloved. His passing leaves a keenly felt vacancy in the community's life and a sense of painful loss in every heart of the hundreds into which he entered.

Moore, John Wesley
Jackson Progress-Argus Dec 19, 1940
John W. Moore Dies After a Long Illness
     The death of Mr. John Wesley Moore, 7& years of age, prominent resident of Jackson, occurred Wednesday afternoon at his home on Indian Springs street. He had been in declining health for three years and for several months had been confined to his home.
     Born in Newton county September 6, 1861, he was a son of William W. Moore and Mrs. Mollie Ivey Moore, pioneer residents of this part of the state. Later the family moved to Butts county and he had resided here during a long and active career. Until his health failed Mr. Moore was one of the county's large and successful farmers. Thirty years ago the family moved to Jackson for residence. He was a member of the Stark Methodist church
     A man of agreeable personality, Mr. Moore had hosts of friends.
     Surviving are his wife, the former Mrs. Sara Frances Maddox; a son, H. M. Moore, leading Jackson business man and prominent in Masonic circles in the state; a daughter, Mrs, J. M. Johnson, of Signal Mountain, Tenn.; a granddaughter, Miss Betty Johnson; eleven step grandchildren, Mrs. Ira T. Cousins, Newberry, S. C ; Mrs. Howard Nix, Covington; Mrs. J. C. Richardson, Albany; Mrs. F. D. Hopkins, Lakeland, Fla.; Mrs. Hugh Morris, Montgomery, Ala.; Misses Lois, Elizabeth, Virginia, Frances and Helen Mc Michael, all of Jackson, and Warren McMichael, Atlanta; three, sisters, Mrs. J. C. Jones and Mrs. E. W, O'Neal, Jackson; Mrs. Mollie Duke, and a brother, George Moore, both of Atlanta.
     Funeral services were to be held at the home Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock. The Rev. J. C. Callaway of the Jackson Methodist church will officiate and the pallbearers will be C. E. McMichael, G. H. Kimbell, Kirk Biles, A. C. Finley, Dr. R. A. Franklin and G. D Head. Interment will be in the Jackson cemetery, with S. H.Thornton funeral director in charge.

Moore, John Wesley
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Jun 1959
J. W. Moore, Of Miami, Interred At Jenkinsburg
     Graveside services for J. W. Moore of Miami, Fla., who died Thursday, June 4, were held in the family cemetery at Jenkinsburg Monday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock with J. Austin Dillon of Atlanta in charge of arrangements. Funeral services were held in Miami on Friday, June 5.
     Mr. Moore's father was the younger brother of Walter and Threatt Moore. He was a nephew of Frank Childs of Jenkinsburg and Howard Childs of Locust Grove.
     Survivors include his wife; mother, Mrs. C. E. Moore of Atlanta; sister, Mrs. Al Jones of Atlanta. He had lived in Miami 25 to 30 years.

Moore, Jonathan Threatt
Jackson Progress-Argus Apr 25, 1940
Threatt Moore Dies at Home Early Tuesday
Had Long Career in Public Affairs, Star Athlete at State University, Served as Mayor of Jackson
     The death at 8:15 Tuesday morning of Jonathan Threatt Moore brought universal expressions of regret from friends here and over the state. He died of a heart attack at his home on McDonough Road.
     Not in the best of health recently and confined to his home for several days, the fatal attack came as a surprise to the family and friends.
     The death of this widely known attorney and public official ends an active and brilliant career of service t o the county and state.
     Born November 3, 1876, be was a son of LeRoy Harper Moore, who moved to this section from Baldwin county, and Mrs. Nancy Tucker Moore, of Henry county. After attending the local public schools he enrolled at the University of Georgia and was graduated from the law department. At the university he was a star football and baseball player and is numbered among the all-time great athletes who wore the Red and Black. He played on teams in the late nineties and was a star halfback on the football team, and was a member of the great Georgia nine that defeated the University of Pennsylvania 4-0 a score, that remained for years on the college walls. His prowess as an athlete is legendary around the campus and he was honored with annual passes to all Georgia contests, awarded to players who had won their "G ."
     As a student he early displayed ability as a speaker and was awarded a medal for oratory. This gift was cultivated and he was widely recognized as an orator of beautiful and well rounded periods and his services were in great demand on all public occasions. Colonel Moore is said to have inherited his ability as a speaker from his mother, who was a cousin of Benjamin Harvey Hill.
     Foregoing a promising professional baseball career, he returned to Jackson and entered upon the practice of law. He was honored by being chosen mayor of Jackson. He twice represented Butts county in the lower house of the General Assembly. From 1918 to 1926, he was clerk of the Butts county commission and later was affiliated with the state department of agriculture and the motor vehicle department at the state capitol
     As an attorney Colonel Moore was a powerful and convincing advocate before a jury and had been connected with many cases celebrated in the annals of middle Georgia courts. He was an active member of the Jackson and Flint Circuit Bar Associations.
     He was one of the most widely known Baptist layman in this section, holding membership in the First Baptist church of Jackson. An astute Bible scholar, he frequently taught the Sunday school lesson and his talks are remembered as gems of thought and eloquence. He was a Mason and Knight Templar.
     Broad in his views, generous in his sympathies and liberal in all worthy causes, Colonel Moore had hosts of friends. He was a state figure, known and revered through his athletic ability and his service in the legislature and his personal acquaintance was perhaps as wide as any Georgian of this generation.
     Surviving are his wife, the former Miss Ida Smith, one son, J. Threatt Moore, Jr.; three daughters, Mrs. M. C. Plumlee, of Daytona Beach, Fla; Miss Mary Moore, of Atlanta, and Miss Margaret Moore, of Jackson; one brother, T. Walter Moore, of Jackson. The late John W. Moore, widely known Atlanta lawyer, and Charlie Moore were brothers, and Mrs. Carrie Kinsman, of Jackson, was an only sister.
     Funeral services were held at t he First Baptist church Wednesday afternoon at 2:80 o'clock. The Rev. T. M. Callaway, of Wadley, former pastor of the First Baptist church here and a warm personal friend, conducted the service and paid high tribute to the life and character of this prominent citizen. He was assisted by the pastor of the church, the Rev. Gaither Gaither A. Briggs.
     A quartet composed of Mrs. S. H. Thornton, Miss Catherine Thornton, Rev. G. A. Briggs and Foster Leverett, sang favorite hymns, and Mr. Briggs sang a solo.
     The services were largely attended as many friends gathered for a final tribute. In the congregation were prominent public men from several cities of the state.
     Organizations, relatives and friends sent lovely floral offerings as an evidence of the esteem in which Colonel Moore was held.
     The pallbearers, selected from the Men's Bible class, which Mr. Moore frequently taught, were James Buchanan, Frank Moore, C. F . Singley, George Sims, P. H. Weaver and Howard Perdue.
     Burial was in the Jackson cemetery with Thornton Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements.

Moore, Jonathan Threatt, Jr.
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Feb 1971
Threatt Moore Buried Forsyth On Tuesday
     Mr. Jonathan Threatt Moore, Jr., 60, of 653 North Highland Avenue, N. E., Atlanta, died Saturday, February 13th, in a private hospital in Atlanta following a long period of declining health.
     Mr. Moore was born in Jackson, the son of Mr. Jonathan T. Moore, Sr. and Mrs. Ida Smith Moore. His father was famed as an athlete at the University of Georgia near the turn of the century where he excelled in football and baseball and played in the football game against Virginia in which Georgia's Von Gammon was killed as result of head and neck injuries.
     Mr. Moore, Jr. was graduated from Jackson High School where he won section-wide renown as a debator and an orator. Mr. Moore had lived in Atlanta for several years and was a retired inspector for the State Highway Department. He was a member of the Druid Hills Presbyterian Church. He was married to the former Miss Ellen Ponder of Forsyth.
     Funeral services were held Tuesday morning at 11:30 o'clock from Spring Hill with Dr. James Jackson and Dr. C. H. Pritchard officiating. Burial was in Forsyth City Cemetery with H. M. Patterson & Son in charge of arrangements.
     In addition to his wife, Mrs. Ellen Ponder Moore, Mr. Moore is survived by one sister, Mrs. Mary Moore (Fred) Bearden of Madeira Beach, Florida.

Moore, Joseph Morgan
Jackson Progress Argus 08 Jun 1994
     Joe Moore, 96, formerly of the Cork community of Butts County, died Sat., June 4 at Sylvan Grove Hospital.
     Funeral services were held Mon., June 6 at 4 p.m. in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home. Rev. Bill Thomas and Rev. Danny Hughes officiated with interment in the Sandy Creek Cemetery in Butts County.
     Mr. Moore had been a patient at the Westbury Medical Care Horne in Jackson since 1990. He was born in Butts County Feb. 27, 1878, the son of the late Joseph and Mary Jan Goin Moore.
     He was associated with the old Etheridge-Smith Co.'s New York Store in Jackson for many years as a clerk in men's clothing.
     Mr. Moore is survived by several nieces and nephews.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Moore, Leila
The Jackson Argus April 9, 1897
Died.
     The Argus regrets very much to note the death of Mrs. Leila Moore, who died at the home of her father near Newton Factory in Jasper county last Tuesday.
     Mrs. Moore died of consumption and was buried at Rock Creek cemetery on Wednesday.
     She was the widow of Beauregard Moore who was well known in Jackson, having lived here for several years. She made many warm friends in Jackson and her lovely and correct life while here made an impression for good that will linger like a sweet morsel in memories of our people.
     She leaves two little children and many relatives.

Moore, Lelia Smith
  The Jackson Progress-Argus October 10, 1919
Mrs. Leila Moore Died Sunday night, Oct. 5
     The death of Mrs. Leila Moore, 33 years of age, occurred at the home of her sister, Mrs. P. P. Hutchens, in Pepperton, Sunday night, death having been caused by typhoid fever.
     Mrs. Moore is survived by four brothers, Messrs. W. M., James, Joe and Ed Smith; four sisters, Mrs. Charles Hutchins, Mrs. Lettie Smith, Mrs. Nannie Lee Goodrum, Mrs. Emma Speer, all of Butts county.
     Funeral services were held at Sandy Creek church Monday afternoon at 3 o'clock, Rev. Mr. Ratcliff conducting the service, and interment was made in the church yard,

Moore, Leroy Harper
  The Jackson Argus February 7, 1902
     Mr. Leroy H. Moore, an honored and beloved citizen of Butts county, died about 8 o'clock Thursday morning, at his home in the Buttrill district. His death was the result of a stroke of paralysis last Sunday afternoon, and he had been unconscious since Tuesday morning. Leroy H. Moore was about 58 years of age and was a son of Jonathan Moore, who located in Butts county in 1857, when Leroy was a mere lad. Mr. Moore has lived here ever since, except during the Civil War, when he did brave and faithful service for the cause of the Confederacy as a member of the Thirtieth Georgia. He was a successful farmer all his life, a good, upright, respected citizen of the county and a consistent, zealous member of the Jackson Methodist Church. He lived a blameless life and leaves his children the noble heritage of a good name. He leaves behind a devoted wife and five children; Mrs. G. W. Kinsman, Col. John Moore, of Decatur; Col. Threatt Moore, of Jackson, Messrs. Walter and Charles Moore, of this county. His funeral services were conducted this morning at 10 o'clock, Rev. R. B. O. England officiating, and he was buried with Masonic honors by the Jackson Masons. The Argus extends tenderest sympathy to the bereaved relatives.

The Jackson Argus April 11, 1902
In Memoriam.
     With a sad heart we chronicle the death of Brother Leroy H. Moore, who passed away February 6, 1902. He was born in Baldwin county February 11, 1842, and came to Butts in 1859. He was married to Miss Nannie Tucker August 14, 1868. Hand in hand and hear to heart they came down life's pathway, sharing each other's joys and bearing each other's burdens until the summons came calling him to his reward. He was a true husband and an affectionate father. He leaves four sons and one daughter, who loved him only as children can love, and the wife of his bosom remains on this side of the river to mourn her loss and wait the call of the Heavenly Shepherd. Brother Moore was a successful farmer. He made farming his life's business, putting into it all of his skill and energy. He adopted the motto of Mr. Wesley, "make all you can, save all you can, give all you can." He, in the language of his pastor, "was an honest man, a man of good report." Brother Moore joined the Methodist church at Jackson, Butts county, in 1890, where he had lived a consistent life, responding to all the interests of the church. Having been partially stricken with paralysis the last four years of his life were years of affliction, spent though, with out a murmur. His bible he kept in easy reach and it was his constant companion. His home was the preacher's home. The worn out preacher could find a warm welcome at Leroy Moor's. To me his life since I knew him has been beautiful. It was a living illustration of patience in affliction. The funeral services were conducted by his pastor, Brother R. B. O. England, and his body buried by his brother Masons. J. B. Ware, in Wesleyan Advocate.

Moore, Levi, Mrs.
  Middle Georgia Argus November 30, 1893
A Sad Death
     The many friends and relatives of Mrs. Levi Moore, who lived four miles from town will be pained to learn of her death which occurred at her father's Mr. Turner at Hampton on Friday.
     About a year ago she was made a happy bride with a bright and prospers future before her, but alas, the great reaper death, has seen fit to claim her as his own. We sympathize with our young friend Levi in his sad affliction and could not console him with a more encouraging thought than "All things work together for them who love God."

Moore, Lillie
  Middle Georgia Argus October 1. 1889
Gone To Rest
     Tis with regret that we chronicle the death of Miss Lillie Moore, which occurred Saturday morning after a long spell of fever. She was a bright and interesting young lady about 14 years of age, and had a bright future before her, and was the daughter of Mr. Oscar D. Moore, who died a few weeks since. Lillie has gone to meet her father on the other shore where joy, peace and happiness reigns forever. To the family and friends we extend our sympathy.
     The funeral services were conducted Sunday morning at the Methodist church by Rev. Dillard. A large number of friends were present.

Moore, Lola Bankston
Jackson Progress-Argus 13 Mar 1936
Mrs. G. C. Moore Is Called By Death
     The death of Mrs. G. C. Moore, 51 years of age, former resident of Jenkinsburg, occurred at her home in Atlanta Sunday. Death came after an illness of several weeks and caused regret to a wide circle of friends here.
     Mrs. Moore, the former Miss Lola Bankston, daughter of Mrs. J. M. Bankston and the late Mr. J. M. Bankston, was born and reared at Jenkinsburg and was connected with a prominent family of that section. Following her marriage she had sided in Atlanta for many years. She was a member of the Methodist church and widely beloved for her fine character.
     She is survived by her husband and a daughter, Mrs. William J. Zeller; her mother, Mrs. J. M. Bankston, of Jenkinsburg two sisters, Mrs. E R. Merritt. of College Park, and Mrs. P. E. Brown, of Conley; six brothers, Messrs. J. E. Bankston, of Macon; L. C. Bankston, of Dublin; T, A. Bankston, of Washington, D. C, R. S., S. P. and O. M. Bankston. of Atlanta.
     Funeral Services were held at the Jenkinsburg Methodist church Monday afternoon, with Rev. C. A. Gnffies officiating. Interment was in the Jenkinsburg cemetery.
Moore, Louis Stone
Jackson Progress-Argus 1 June 1934
Mr. Louis S. Moore Dies at Thomasville
     Thomasville, Ga. Mr. Louis Stone Moore, 49, a former state senator and a former commander of tho Georgia department of the American Legion, died at a hospital here Saturday after a three week's illness.
     An emergency operation was performed Saturday but the patient was unable to stand the strain.
     Mr. Moore was a graduate of the University of Georgia and prominent in the Georgia Bar Association. He was a candidate for secretary of state a few years ago.
     Funeral services were held from the residence Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock.
     He is survived by two brothers. Dr. H. M. Moore, of Thomasville, and J. Willis Moore, of Florida; a great aunt, Mrs. A. J. Sparks; two cousins, Julian and George Sparks, all of Atlanta.
                         
Moore, Luco David
  Butts County Progress December 20, 1912
Mr. L. D. Moore Crosses Divide.
Prominent citizen Henry county victim of paralysis Sunday.
     As the result of paralysis, Mr. L. D. Moore, one of the leading citizens of Henry county, died at his home in Locust Grove Sunday night at 8 o'clock. He was first stricken in Monticello last August and though he improved for a time he never regained his former health.
     Mr. Moore was 58 years of age and was an uncle of Messrs. T. W. and J. T. Moore of Butts county. He was a good citizen and had many friends here who were pained to learn of his passing.
     Mr. Moore is survived by his widow and four daughters, Mrs. Frank McElhenney, of Monticello, Mrs. Lizzie Walker, of Luella, Misses Lucy and Jane Moore, of Luella; two sons, Messrs. George and Harper Moore, of Luella.
     The funeral took place at Old Beersheba Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock.

Moore, Lucy Ida Smith
Jackson Progress Argus 30 May 1957
Held Tuesday for Mrs. J. T. Moore
     Funeral services for Mrs. J. T. Moore, Sr., 80, were held Tuesday morning at 11 o'clock from the First Baptist Church with the Rev. Sidney L. Waterhouse officiating.
     Mrs. Moore, who had lived recently in Decatur, died Monday at a private hospital.
     A native of Butts county, she spent most of her life here with the except of the last 10 years when she made her home in the Atlanta area. She supported all civic and religious movements with her time and means and was a leader in many phases of community life.
     She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Atlanta. The former Ida Smith, she was the widow of the late J. Threatt Moore.
     Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. M. C. Plumlee, Jacksonville, Fla., and Mrs. Fred Bearden, Atlanta; a son, J. Threatt Moore Jr. of .Atlanta; two sisters-in-law, Mrs. W. E. Smith of Jenkinsburg and Mrs. Flora C. Moore of Atlanta; brother-in-law, Mr. Walter Moore, Jackson; two grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were, Whit Newton, Marlin Spencer, John L. Coleman, L. C. Webb, Ted Evans and Charlie Moore.
     Haisten Funeral Home. was in charge of arrangements and interment was in Jackson City Cemetery.

Moore, Lulabel Dupree
  Butts County Progress August 4, 1911
Sad Death Of Mrs. W. T. Moore Last Friday
     Coming as a shock to her family and friends was the death of Mrs. Walter Moore, which occurred at a private sanitarium in Atlanta last Friday afternoon. She had been sick for some time and was taken to Atlanta for an operation, which was performed. From the effects of that ordeal she never rallied and passed away Friday afternoon at 5 o'clock.
     While her family had watched her condition with a great deal of anxiety yet news of her death came as a painful surprise and brought grief to scores of friends. To the husband and family her passing is a crushing blow. Mr. Moore's mother died only about two weeks ago and in his double bereavement he has the sympathy of scores of friends.
     Mrs. Moore was a good mother and devoted wife and by her noble qualities of mind and heart made many friends. Before her marriage to Mr. Moore she was Miss Lula Belle Dupree and was a member of an old and prominent family of Middle Georgia.
     Surviving Mrs. Moore are her husband and two small sons; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Dupree; one brother, Mr. J. D. Dupree, of McDonough; two sisters, Mrs. E. C. Smith and Mrs. J. m. Ward, of Luella, and other relatives. Mrs. Moore was a niece of Judge E. F. Dupree of Zebulon.
     The body was brought to Jackson Saturday morning and the funeral was held from the Methodist church at 3 o'clock in the afternoon. The services were conducted by Rev. R. C. Cleckler in an impressive manner. Interment was in the city cemetery.

Moore, Lum, Mrs.
  The Jackson Argus November 8, 1901
     Mrs. Lum Moore, aged 80, wife of the miller at Kinards Mill, Towaliga, died last Friday and was buried at Fellowship church, last Saturday, Rev. C. W. Humphreys officiating. She was an estimable young woman, beloved by all who knew her, and her sad death is a serious blow to her family and friends. The Argus extends its tenderest sympathy to the sorely stricken family.

Moore, Lydia
  Middle Georgia Argus January 5, 1882
     It is our painful duty to announce the death of one of the most highly esteemed ladies of this County, Miss Lydia Moore, an exemplary christian, a true type of earthly perfection embodying all the purifies of virtue and christian traits of character necessary to constitute a noble woman; fell a victim to the great destroyer "consumption" and her spirit took its flight to a brighter and better land on Monday last.
     May her reward be as great as her desire to do good on earth.

Moore, Marcus DeWitt
Jackson Progress-Argus, March 22, 1962
DeWitt Moore Died Wednesday at Jackson Home
     Funeral services for Mr. Marcus DeWitt Moore, 59, who died at his home at Route 2, Jackson, early Wednesday morning following a short illness, will be held Thursday afternoon at three o'clock at the Mt. Vernon Baptist Church. The Rev. T. J. Thaxton will officiate with interment in the churchyard cemetery. Haisten Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
     A well known Butts county farmer, Mr. Moore was a life long resident of Butts county. He was the son of James Monroe Moore and Mrs. Sara McClelland Moore. He was a member of Liberty Baptist Church.

Moore, Margie
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Nov 1970
Mrs. Moore Buried At Fellowship
     Mrs. Margie Moore, 74, of Route 3, Jackson, died at the Griffin-Spalding County Hospital about ten o'clock Friday morning, November 13th, after being a patient there since Monday. She suffered a broken hip in a fall Monday morning at the Westbury Medical Care Home in Jenkinsburg where she had made her home for a number of years.
     A lifelong resident of Butts County, born December 19, 1895, she was the daughter of Mr. James C. Moore and Mrs. Nellie Gray Moore, both of Butts County. Prior to making her residence at Westbury, she had made her home with her son, Billie Moore of Jackson. She was a member of the Fellowship Presbyterian Church in Butts County.
     Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon, November 15th, at three o'clock from the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson with Rev. David Black, pastor of Fellowship Presbyterian Church, and Rev. Andy Holston, pastor of The Community Church of Jackson, officiating. Interment was in Fellowship Church cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
    Survivors include a son, Billie Moore of Jackson; a granddaughter, Mrs. Ruth M. Edmondson of Quitman; several nieces and nephews.
    Pallbearers were E. P. Colwell, Jr., Wendell Spencer, Billy Leverette, Porter Cawthon, Johnny Colwell, Harry Ridgeway.

Moore, Martha Anderson Ivey
  Butts County Progress June 28, 1912
Mrs. Martha Moore Dead At Ripe Old Age.
     After an illness of but a few hours, Mrs. Martha Moore died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. E. W. O'Neal Tuesday afternoon at 5 o'clock. She was stricken Monday night at the supper table and grew worse until the end came late Tuesday. It is thought acute indigestion was the cause of death.
     Mrs. Moore, who was in her 81st year, was a native of Newton county and before marriage was a Miss Ivey. She was the widow of the late William Moore and one of the best known women in the county. She was a member of the Methodist church and was loved for her noble christian life.
     She is survived by four daughters, Mrs. J. C. Jones, Mrs. E. W. O'Neal, Mrs. W. E. Duke, and Mrs. J. E. Kitchens of Butts county; two sons, Messrs. J. W. Moore, of Jackson and G. W. Moore of Atlanta.
     The funeral was held at Stark Methodist church Wednesday afternoon at 3 o'clock, the services being conducted by Rev. James Bradley, of Jackson. In their bereavement the family have the sympathy of many friends.

Moore, Martha Ann Edwards
  The Jackson Progress-Argus December 11, 1931
Death Summons comes to Mrs. Martha Moore
     The death of Mrs. Martha Ann Moore, 87 years of age, one of the county's oldest and most widely beloved women, occurred Saturday afternoon at 4:15 at the home of Mr. And Mrs. A. H. Pope at Cork. She had recently been in declining health and suffered from pneumonia.
     Mrs. Moore was the widow of Mr. Jason G. Moore, who passed away in September, 1912. She was admired for her fine qualities of character and many friends are saddened at her passing. She had spent a long and active life in service to her family and friends.
     Mrs. Moore is survived by five daughters, Mrs. R. B. Tolbert, of Indian Springs; Mrs. A. H. Pope, of Cork; Mrs. T. E. Waits, Mrs. W. L. Waits, and Mrs. T. R. Waits, all of Dexter, Ga.; two sons, Mr. J. B. Moore, of Berner, and Mr. W. O. Moore, of Cork; one sister, Mrs. Mollie McLendon, of Jackson, and a brother, Mr. W. T. Edwards, of Jackson, and several grandchildren.
     Funeral services were conducted at the home of Mr. And Mrs. Pope Sunday afternoon at 2:30, with Rev. J. F. Davis of Flovilla, officiating. The pallbearers were the grandsons Messrs. W. C., R. E., Alton and Billie Waits, Joe Henry Moore and Luther Washington. Interment was in the Sandy Creek church cemetery.

Moore, Mary Anne Thaxton
  Jackson Argus June 23, 1899
Mrs. Willis Moore Dead
     Last Friday morning Mrs. Willis Moore fell asleep for the last time after an illness of several weeks. She died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. D. F. Thaxton, and was buried on Saturday at Towaliga church cemetery, The funeral services were conducted by Rev. J. A. Kimbell. Mrs. Moore was a splendid Christian woman, known and loved by our people. The Argus offers condolences to the bereaved relatives.

The Jackson Argus June 23, 1899
Sandy Plains.
     The remains of Mrs. Mary Moore were interred at Towaliga last Saturday morning. She was the daughter of J. T. Thaxton and loved by all who knew her. She was the devoted wife of J. W. Moore, and a resident of Sandy Plains until last fall, when on account of ill health age moved to her daughter's, Mrs. D. F. Thaxton of Jackson. She leaves a husband, a son and two daughters who have our heart felt sympathies in their sad bereavement.

Moore, Mary Catherine Mayo
  The Jackson Progress-Argus February 6, 1920
Mrs. Mary Moore Called To Reward
     The death of Mrs. Mary Moore aged 81, one of the oldest and most highly esteemed women in the county, occurred Saturday morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Ed. Hilley, near Stark. She was stricken Friday afternoon with paralysis and passed away after a short illness.
     Mrs. Moore's maiden name was Miss Mary Mayo and she was widely known and beloved for her loveable personality. She had been a member of Macedonia church for many years and was held in universal high esteem. She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Lucy Hardy and Mrs. Ed. Hilley of Butts county and Mrs. Victoria Wise, of Buckner, Ark. Her sons are Messrs. J. F. Moore, of Butts county, W. I. Moore, of Florida, and T. A. Moore, of Newport News, Va.
     Funeral services were held at Macedonia church Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. J. A. Bonner, her pastor officiating.
     Interment was in the church yard.

Moore, Mary Dudley Wilson
  Butts County Progress March 28, 1913
     Mrs. B. F. Moon spent part of the week in Locust Grove, having been called there on the account of the illness and death of her sister, Mrs. L. D. Moore. Mrs. Moore had scores of life long friends here, who regretted to learn of her death, Monday.

The Jackson Argus March 28, 1913
Mrs. L. D. Moore Dies After Lingering Illness.
     Mrs. B. F. Moon's friends are sympathizing with her and her mother, Mrs. M. J. Wilson, in the death of their sister and daughter, Mrs. Dudley Wilson Moore, at her home in Locust Grove Monday morning.
     Mrs. Moore had been very critically ill for six weeks, and her death was not unexpected, yet it was a sad shock to only sister, brother, mother and six children, who had lost their father, L. D. Moore, only three months ago.
     Rev. Drewry, of Griffin, conducted the funeral service from Bersheba church, near Locust Grove, Tuesday.

Moore, Mary (Mamie) Ellis
Jackson Progress-Argus 1 Jan 1937
Mrs. John W. Moore Passes In Atlanta
     The death of Mrs. John W. Moore, widow of the late Col. John W. Moore, prominent Atlanta attorney, occurred Sunday at her home on Palisade Road, Atlanta. Mrs. Moore had been ill for several months and her death was not unexpected.
     Before her marriage Mrs. Moore was Miss Mamie Ellis, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. J. T. Ellis, of Jackson, pioneer citizens of this section. She was a music teacher of note, having studied at the New England Conservatory of Music in Boston, and was formerly head of the music department in the public schools in Jackson and Monticello. Her husband, Col. Moore, prominent as an attorney and public man, died some twenty years ago. The family have resided in Atlanta for a number of years.
     Mrs. Moore was a member of the Atlanta chapter U. D. C. and of the St. Mark Methodist church.
     Funeral services were held Tuesday morning at 11:30 from the Spring Hill Chapel of H, M. Tatter son & Son, with Rev. Lester Rumble officiating. The body was brought to Jackson and interment was in the family lot beside her late husband.
     Surviving Mrs. Moore are a sister, Mrs. R. E Stanfield, of Atlanta, and a brother, Mr. John Ellis, of New York City.
     Pallbearers were Mr. Everett Thomas, Mr. Virgil Collier, Mr. Hugh Mallet, Mr. Bert Carmichael, Mr. James A. Branch, Mr. R. E. Hodgson.

Moore, Mary Jane Nutt
  The Jackson Argus October 25, 1901
An Estimable Lady Gone.
     The sad news came Tuesday to Mrs. J. M. Crawford, announcing the death of her mother, Mrs. M. J. Moore, which occurred at the home of her nephew, Mr. Charles Nutt, of Eastman. She left Jackson, where she makes her home with her daughter, Mrs. Crawford, ten days ago, to visit her children in South Georgia and Florida, expecting to remain away during the winter months. She was in usual health and was writing a letter to her daughter when the summons came from her Heavenly Father that her earthly life must cease and her heavenly one begin. Her death was caused by rupture of a blood vessel on the brain. Her going away was sudden and a severe blow to her loved ones, who are bereft of a precious mother's love. Mrs. Moore was a sweet Christian character and was greatly beloved by those who knew her. She leaves four children, Mrs. J. M. Crawford, John L. Moore, of Seney, Willie Strickland, of Griffin, Willis Moore, of Quitman, Dave Moore, of Jacksonville, Fla., all present at the funeral services which were conducted at the Baptist church Thursday morning at ten o'clock by Dr. W. A. Nelson. Most beautiful and comforting lessons from God's Word were read and a glowing eulogy was paid the shining virtues and pure sweet character of the deceased. Her death casts a deep shadow over her many relatives and friends, to whom The Argus extends its heartfelt sympathy. The interment was at the Jackson cemetery. The pallbearers were Messrs. E. L. Adams, Levi Ball, Wm. Brown, J. T. Harris, Dave McMichael and C. C. Smith.

Moore, Mary Nolan
Jackson Progress Argus 31 Dec 1980
Moore Rites Held Dec. 22
     Graveside services for Mrs. Mary Nolan Moore, 91, were conducted at 3 p.m. Monday, Dec. 22nd, by Rev. James Hudson, a beloved neighbor of the Moore Family during their long Atlanta residency.
     Mrs. Moore has resided with her daughter, Mrs. Marie M. Bolton (Boykin) at her home in Marietta for the past few years, and was able to live a normally restricted life for one her age, until the past four weeks when she had been placed in a medical center for constant care. She passed away Saturday Dec. 20th at 5 p.m.
     Mrs. Moore and her late husband, Thomas R Moore, a long term employee of the Southern R R, will be remembered as natives of the Cork Community in this county. She was the daughter of the late Wesley A. Nolen and Emma Moore Nolen and was the last surviving member of this family of five children.
     Relatives of Mr. Moore's still residing in the county include a sister, Mrs. Bessie M. Vickers, a brother, Joe H. Moore, a niece Mrs. Sara Moore Torbett, and a nephew, Frank Moore.
     Relatives from this area attending the funeral, were a nephew, Dan S. Driskell, and his wife; Mrs. Beth T. Hearn; Mrs. Sara M. Torbett, Miss Minna Torbett, Mr. Robert Torbett.

Moore, Minnie Lee Higgins
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Nov 1966
Mrs. W. O. Moore Buried Monday at Flovilla Rites
     Mrs. William Otis Moore, 90, died Saturday, November 12th, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Sara Moore Torbett, in Flovilla.
     The former Miss Minnie Lee Higgins, she was the daughter of Mr. Henry Hitt Higgins and Mrs. Georgia Ann Plymale Higgins. Mrs. Moore was a lifelong resident of the Cork Community where she was widely known and highly esteemed. She was a member of the Flovilla Baptist Church.
     Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at three o'clock from the Flovilla Baptist Church with the Rev. J. B. Rivers officiating. Interment was in the Flovilla Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Moore is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Sara Moore Torbett of Flovilla; two sons, Joe Henry Moore of Smithville, Texas, and Frank Moore of Flovilla; one brother, Gus L. Higgins of Corsicana, Texas; nine grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Eros Mayfield, C. A. Anthony, Marvin Vickers, Riley Hay, Joe Waits and Alton Jenkins.

Moore, Morris
Jackson Progress-Argus July 2 1970
Morris Moore, Butts Native, Died Griffin
     Mr. Morris Moore or Route 4, Jackson Road, Griffin, was pronounced dead on arrival at the Griffin-Spalding County Hospital Saturday. He apparently suffered a heart attack.
     Mr. Moore was born in Butts County but had lived in Spalding County 30 years. He was a member of the old First Christian Church of Butts County.
     He was a retired employee of Dundee Mills and a veteran of World War I. He was a member of the American Legion Barnett Harris Post 15.
     Mr. Moore is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Virginia Floyd of Atlanta; a son, Hollis Moore of Griffin; a sister, Mrs. Marjie Moore of Jackson; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Martha Moore of Opelika, Ala.; seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
     Funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon at three o'clock from McDonald Chapel in Griffin with the Rev. Walter A. Langdon and the Rev. Richard Bowen officiating. Burial was in the Fellowship Presbyterian Church Cemetery in Butts County.

Moore, Myrtice Cannon
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Aug 1988
     Myrtice Cannon Moore, 81, of Brownlee Road, Jackson, died early Monday morning at her residence.
     The funeral was held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in Jackson with the Revs. Bill O'Conner, Don Folsom, and A. L. Price officiating. Burial was in the Jackson cemetery.
     Mrs. Moore, a native of Dixon, Miss., and widow of James Thomas Moore, had lived in Butts County for many years. She was a member of the Jackson First Baptist Church and was employed by the Butts County Board of Education food service for 23 years before her retirement.
     Survivors include two sons, Bobby and Dickie Moore, both of Jackson; daughters, Betty Winzeler, Peggy Mackey, and Cherry Richards, all of Jackson; 15 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; a sister, Emma Moore of Chunky, Miss.; two sisters-in-law, Bert Murphv of Beverly Hills, Calif., and Mildred Scott of Jacksonville, Fla.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Moore, Nancy Lee Mayo
Jackson Progress Argus 04 Jan 1968
Mrs. Geo. Moore, Butts Native, Died Sunday
     Mrs. Nannie Mayo Moore, 95, of 1137 Faith Avenue, S. E., Atlanta, died Sunday at her home following a period of declining health.
     A native of Jackson, Mrs. Moore had lived in Atlanta sixty years and was a member of the Moreland Avenue Baptist Church. She was the widow of George W. Moore.
     Funeral services were conducted Tuesday morning at Dillon's Chapel with the Rev. W. B. Hancock officiating. Burial was in Crest Lawn Cemetery.
     Survivors include two sons, Hulon Moore, Chattanooga, Tenn. and Ed Moore, Atlanta; five daughters, Mrs. Verna M. Nix, Mrs. H. G. Morgariedge, Mrs. J. E. Kilgore and Mrs. Fred Banks, all of Atlanta, and Mrs. Homer C. Snyder, Decatur.
     
Moore, Nancy P. Tucker
  Butts County Progress July 14, 1911
Mrs. L. H. Moore Died Wednesday
Beloved Woman Passed Away At Jenkinsburg Of Typhoid Fever
     After a life of usefulness and good to others, Mrs. L. H. Moore, aged 65, one of the most prominent and beloved women in the county, passed away at the home of her son, Mr. T. W. Moore, at Jenkinsburg Wednesday morning at 5:30 o'clock. Death was due to typhoid fever with which she had suffered for only about one week. Her death was not unexpected.
     The passing of this devoted mother and noble Christian woman will bring regret to a large circle of friends here and throughout the state. She was known and loved for piety and goodness. Belonging to an old family from this section, Mrs. Moore possessed many admirable traits of character that endeared her to her friends. She was the widow of the late Leroy Moore and one of the county's foremost citizens.
     With her at the time of her death were her children, John W. Moore, of Atlanta a well known attorney; Hon. J. Threatt Moore, representative in the legislature from Butts county; Mr. T. W. Moore, one of the county's leading farmers and best citizens; Charles E. Moore, of Atlanta, prominent in railroad circles.
     The funeral was held Thursday morning at 10 o'clock from the Methodist church of which the deceased was a devoted member. The impressive services were conducted by Rev. R. C. Cleckler, the pastor. The funeral was attended by a large number of friends who gathered to pay their to one whom they loved. Interment was at the city cemetery.

Moore, Obie
Jackson Progress Argus 05 Mar 1980
Moore Rites Held Thursday
     Funeral services for Mr. Obie Moore Rt. 1, Jenkinsburg were held Thursday, February 28th at 2 o'clock from the Fairfield A.M.E. Church in Jackson. Rev. Ben McKibben officiated and interment was in Fairfield cemetery.
     Mr. Moore died February 23rd at the Westbury Nursing Home. He was the son of the late Mr. Sidney Moore and Hattie Berry Moore. He was a member of the Fairfield A.M.E. Church.
     He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Willie Mae Moore; one daughter, Mrs. Ida Mae Miller; three sons, Mr. Arthur Ree Moore, Mr. L. C. Moore, Mr. Ocie Moore; seven sisters and six brothers, Mrs. Ruby Thurman, Mrs. Cora Fears, Mrs. Leola McKibben, Mr. Willie Gaston, Mr. and Mrs. Morris Moore, Rev. and Mrs. Troy Moore, Rev. and Mrs. Roy Moore, Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Moore, Mr. and Mrs. James Moore, Mr. and Mrs. James Vance, Mr. and Mrs. P. J. Barlow. Mr. and Mrs. W .L Lemon, Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Wilson, Mrs. Myrtice Hampton; 12 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren,
     The Trimier Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Moore, Odelle
Jackson Progress Argus 18 Feb 1981
Miss Moore Was Buried Wednesday
     Funeral services for Miss Odelle Moore, 79, were conducted Monday afternoon at 4:00 p.m. from the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with Elder Paul Mann and Rev. Chuck McCrackin officiating. Interment was in the Sandy Creek Cemetery in Butts County.
     Miss Moore died about 4:00 a.m. Sunday morning at the Sylvan Grove Hospital in Jackson.
     Born August 28, 1901 in Jenkinsburg, she was the daughter of the late R. Wilson Moore and the late Emily Moore Moore.
     She was a graduate of Shorter College and for many years was a school teacher. She was retired from the Georgia State Welfare Department and was a member of the Dogwood B&PW Club of Atlanta and had been active in the YWCA of Atlanta. She was a member of the Primitive Baptist Church.
     Miss Moore had resided at the home of Mrs. Beth Hearn at 344 E. College Street for many years. At the time of her death, she was a resident of the Westbury Medical Care Home in Jenkinsburg.
     The last surviving member of Miss Moore's immediate family is a sister-in-law, Mrs. Mary Moore of Griffin.
     Pallbearers were James Whitaker, Denny O'Neal, Larry Smith, Ryland Smith, Frank Hearn, and Wilson Caston. Sherrell Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Moore, Oscar D.
  Middle Georgia Argus August 20, 1889
     Mr. Oscar Moore, who for two years has been section boss on the railroad died at his home near here in Jackson last Thursday after a lingering illness of typhoid fever. He leaves a wife and four children to mourn his loss. Mr. Moore was a native of Greene county and moved to Jackson two years ago.

Moore, Ossie B.
Jackson Progress Argus 01 Feb 1989
     Ossie B. Moore, 81, of Covington died Friday at a nursing home in Lithonia.
     The funeral was held Sunday at 2 p.m. at Canaan Baptist Church in Walton County with the Rev. J. C. Chapman and the Rev. Jim Moore officiating. Burial was in Corinth Cemetery in Walton County.
     Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Hazel and James Bowden of Covington; sons and daughters-in-law, Floyd and Jean Moore of Fayetteville and Albert and Peggy Moore of Jackson; daughter-in-law, Evelyn B. Norred of Jackson; sisters, Minnie Ruth Carter of Covington and Roberta Jones of Conyers; brother, Lewis Burnett of Conyers; 14 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; one great great- grandson; several nephews and nieces.
     Caldwell and Cowan Funeral Home in Covington was in charge of arrangements.

Moore, Riley Almond
Jackson Progress Argus 26 Apr 1973
Mr. Moore Of Hampton Died Sunday
     Mr. Riley Almond Moore 16 Goodlawn Avenue, Hampton, died early Sunday morning April 22nd at the Jasper Memorial Hospital in Monticello where he had been a patient for the past week.
     Mr. Moore was born in Butts County, moving to Hampton 62 years ago. He was a member of the Liberty Hill Baptist Church and was employed with Atlanta newspapers as a stereotyper for 33 years, retiring 13 years ago. Mr. Moore was a veteran of World War I, a 50 year Mason and a member of Daylight Lodge 125 of Atlanta.
     Funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock from the Liberty Hill Baptist Church with the Rev. T. Howard Howell and Rev. Everett Moore officiating with burial in the church cemetery. Pittman Rawls Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
     Survivors include his wife Mrs. Thelma Barnett Moore of Hampton; a daughter Mrs. H N. Carver of Tucker; three granddaughters, Mrs. Johnny Hanes of Clarkston Mr. Harold L. Stowe of Covington, and Mrs. Johnny Smith of Smyrna; six great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Moore, Robert Edward
Jackson Progress Argus 29 Aug 1984
     Robert Edward Moore, 70, of Route 2, Jackson Lake - Worthville community, died Friday at the Evers Clinic in Cottonwood, Ala. following several months of declining health.
     A retired Air Force Master Sergeant, Mr. Moore was known as a true friend to all who came in contact with him. He will be remembered locally for his unceasing efforts in organizing and fundraising activities in behalf of the Worthville Volunteer Fire Department.
     Mr. Moore was born in Blackton, Ark., the eldest of a family of five children and had lived on Jackson Lake for the past six years. He is survived by his wife, Jewell Lingle Moore of Jackson Lake; daughter, Sue Moore of Jacksonville, Fla.; sister, Dorothy Burford of Alton, Ill.; brothers, James Moore of Morton Ill., William Moore of Alton, Ill., and Robert L. Moore Of Hastings Minn.
    Burial with military honors was Monday in the Independence Methodist Cemetery at Morton, Miss.
     
Moore, Robert W. (Bob)
Jackson Progress Argus 29 Dec 1955
Sandy Creek Rites Held For Robert W. Moore
     Graveside services for Robert W.(Bob) Moore, 87, were held Saturday, afternoon at 2 o'clock at Sandy Creek Cemetery with the Rev. Mr. Waldrop, pastor of the MeDonough Baptist Church, officiating.
     Born in Flovilla and a resident of Jenkinsburg for many years, Mr. Moore had been a guest of the Bethany Home for Men in Millen for the past four years. .
     His health had failed rapidly since the death of his daughter, Miss Trudie Moore in July of 1952.
     On Dec. 10, he suffered a. broken hip in a fall at the Bethany Home. He was transferred from a MIllen hospital to the University Hospital in Augusta where surgery was performed on December 16. Death came at 7 p. m. on December 22.
    He was born January 1, 1868 and would have been 88 years old on his next birthday. Pallbearers were J. B. White, A. W. Newton, Bailey Woodward, Wilson Caston, Chester Harris and Herschel Harris. D. T. Carmichael and sons of McDonough were in charge of the arrangements.
     Survivors include a daughter, Miss O'Delle Moore of Atlanta; a son, C. M. Moore of Williamson, and brother, Hubbard J. Moore of Hampton.

Moore, Roy W.
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Apr 1989
     Roy W Moore, 66, mayor of Jenkinsburg, died Monday morning at his residence after an illness of several months.
     The funeral will be held Thursday at 3 p.m. in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home. Burial will be Friday at noon in the Andersonville National Cemetery with full military honors.
     Mr. Moore was born in Alapaha, Ga., son of William Aaron Moore and Roxy Wyckoff. Moore. He served in the Army for more than 20 years and was a retired major. He was a member of the Old Guard Gate City Park.
     Survivors include a son, Randall W. Moore of Jackson; daughters, Beth Wilson of Chamblee and Mary Sue Bryan of Grayson; three grandchildren, Tiffany Wilson, Jason Moore, and Erin Bryan; sister, Louise Wingate of Lax, Ga.; brother, Shaw Moore of Pensacola, Fla.
     Sherrell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Moore, Ruby Louise O'Kelly
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Dec 1976
Service For Mrs. Moore Held Tuesday
     Mrs. Ruby Louise O'Kelly Moore, 50, of Route 1, Locust Grove, died at Georgia Baptist Hospital about 2:30 o'clock Monday morning, December 13th. She had been in declining health for several months.
     Born May 8, 1916 in Douglas, Georgia, she was the daughter of the late James C. O'Kelly and Mrs. Lula Shadrix O'Kelly. She was a member of Pleasant Grove Congregational Methodist Church.
     Funeral services were conducted Tuesday afternoon at two o'clock from the Pleasant Grove Congregational Methodist Church with the Rev. Lamar Guyton, pastor, officiating. Interment was in Macedonia Baptist Cemetery. Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Moore is survived by her husband, Horace Moore; five sons, William Moore, Robert Moore, and Richard Moore, all of Griffin; Floyd Moore of Covington, and Larry Moore of Jackson; two daughters, Mrs. Martha Goens of Jackson and Mrs. Ann Gilley of Jonesboro; one sister, Mrs. Willie St. John of Jackson; a brother, Mr. Herbert O'Kelly of McDonough; 16 grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were Walter Barnes, Ves Lunsford, Wendell Spencer, Gipson Washington, Benjamin Bryans, and Carson Preston.
     
Moore, S. H.
  The Jackson Argus February 14, 1902
In Memoriam.
To St. John's Lodge. No. 45, F. & A. M.;
     Your committee, appointed to report to this lodge the memorial on the death of Brother S. H. Moore, beg to say that they have ascertained that the deceased brother was initiated in this Lodge February 7th, 1874, Passed March 7th, 1874, and raised to the sublime degree of a Master Mason March 21st, 1874.
     What eulogy can we pass that will benefit him? None! What can we now say that will benefit the living? It is this: When he passed from earth to heaven, by the process of nature (mysterious to the world of mankind) there went forth a spirit which for more than fifty years dwelt in a tabernacle of clay, "honest and pure." It is useless to ask the world of Masons why this is said of him, because it is known that he lived a life in this world, void of offense against his God and his fellowman. None knew him but to love. In his young manhood he was very active in the work of Masonry. He lived its tenets and loved its principles. He was an honest man! What more may or can we say of him? Nothing; except peace to his gentle spirit.
     He had suffered patiently for a number of years, and finally God saw proper to rend the veil and let him pass, so that he would know the mysteries "beyond" we believe that of such as him is the great family of a loving Savior composed. We commend his example while in life and hope to emulate it. In this we can truthfully say; "Sleep on, " for it is Elysian bliss for him to sleep.
     We extend the sympathy of the entire brotherhood of this lodge to his family and relatives at their apparent loss, but can say it is only the missing of the gentle spirit. Think for awhile and you must realize that we must all pay the debt! Then why mourn? It is God's own way! Live up to the laws of Masonry and you will join him some day.
     We as a lodge resolve that the above expresses our feelings. That the same be published and a copy be furnished the family of our deceased brother, under the seal of this lodge, and the usual blank page be inscribed to his memory, and these resolutions recorded.
Y. A. Wright, J. H. McCallum, W. B. Collins. Committee.

Moore, Sara Belle Plymale
Jackson Progress-Argus 6 Mar 1941
Mrs. Belle Moore Dies in Hampton
     Mrs. Belle Moore, 67 years of age, former resident of Butts county, died Friday afternoon at 5 o'clock at her home in Hampton. She had been ill for six months or more.
     Born and reared near Flovilla, she was the former Miss Belle Plymale, daughter of the late B. C. Plymale and his wife, Martha Moore Plymale, well known residents of that section. Mrs. Moore had resided Hampton for the past several years. She has a large family connection in Butts county.
     Surviving are her husband, H. J. Moore, and one son, Richard C. Plymale, of Hampton; two sisters, Mrs. Whit Mayfield and Mrs. David Goodrum, both of Flovilla.
     Funeral services were held at Sandy Creek church Sunday morning at 11 o'clock, with Copeland Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements.

Moore, Sara Magnolia McClelland
Jackson Progress Argus 26 Jul 1951
Mrs. Sara M. Moore Claimed By Death
     Mrs. Sarah Magnolia Moore, residing in the Mt. Vernon community, died at her home on July 16. Mrs. Moore, aged 75, was the widow of the late James M. Moore.
     She was a member of Mt. Vernon Baptist church and was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. T. J. McClelland.
     Funeral services were held July 17 at 3 p. m. at Mt. Vernon church with Rev. T. J. Thaxton as officiating minister. Burial was in the churchyard and Haisten Funeral Home had. charge of arrangements .
     The pallbearers were nephews.
     Survivors are one son, Marcus DeWitt Moore of Jackson; one sister, Mrs. James B. Land of Hawkinsville; three grandsons and several nieces and nephews.

Moore, Sarah Frances Lindsay Maddox
Jackson Progress-Argus, February 17, 1949.
Mrs. J. W. Moore Died Monday After Long Illness.
     Mrs. John W, Moore, one of Jackson's oldest and most beloved women and widow of the late John W, Moore, died Monday afternoon at her home on Indian Springs street. She had been in feeble health for several years and bedridden since last June. Born Sarah Frances Lindsay, daughter of Sherrod Lindsay and his wife, Sarah Edwards Lindsay, of Spaulding county, Mrs. Moore had lived in Butts county for a long number of years. Her paternal grandfather was Parham Lindsay, a soldier of the War of 1812. She was 88 years old last August.
     Mrs. Moore was twice married, her first husband William H. Maddox. Of this marriage there were two children, a son who died in early life and a daughter, Mrs. Virgie Maddox McMichael, who died in 1932. Later she was married to John W. Moore of Butts county and there were two children of this union, one son, H. M. Moore, prominent business man of Jackson, and one daughter, Mrs. John W. Johnson of Chattanooga.
     Mrs. Moore possessed all the noble virtues which belong to a fine Christian character. She was a loyal friend and neighbor and was a member of the Jackson Methodist church.
     Besides her son and daughter, Mrs. Moore is survived buy one grandson, Warren McMichael, Jacksonville; eleven granddaughters, Miss Betty Johnson, Chattanooga; Mrs. Ira T. Cousins, Newberry., S.C.; Mrs. Howard Nix, Tate; Mrs. J. C. Richardson, Athens; Mrs. Fred Hopkins, Lakeland, Fla.; Mrs. H. H. Morris, Montgomery; Miss Virginia McMichael, Jacksonville; Mrs. Harold Ham, Misses Lois, Elizabeth, Frances McMichael, Jackson; one brother, John Lindsay, Griffin; several great-grandchildren.
     Funeral services were held at he Jackson Methodist church Tuesday at 2:30 with the pastor, Rev. Ralph Shea, officiating. He was assisted by the Rev. w. C. Owen of the Jenkinsburg Methodist church. The choir sang "Abide With Me" and "Sun of My Soul."
     The pallbearers were C. E. McMichael, Horace Bankston, M E. Wade, Joe Moore, Dewey Moore, E. A. Godsey.
     Interment was in the family lot on the Jackson cemetery with Thornton Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Moore, Spot
Jackson Progress-Argus 21 Aug 1936
"Spot," Jack Moore's Dog Killed by Automobile
     Last Wednesday a car hit and killed the little white dog, "Spot" owned by Mr. and Mrs. Jack Moore.
     A dog is certainly a true friend to his master, for wherever you saw Mr. Moore, Spot would be following closely by.
     He never failed to go with Mr. Moore when he went fishing. Once when Mr. Moore had returned from the river he missed his crutches and also missed Spot. Going directly back to get his crutches, he found Spot patiently and safely guarding them. On several other occasions Spot showed his loyalty to his master.
     Not only is Spot being missed by his owner, but by many friends, about town, who knew and loved him too.

Moore, Susan E.
Jackson Progress Argus 10 Dec 1942
Mrs. S. E. Moore Dies In Barnesville
     Mrs. S. E. Moore, 82, years of age, died at the home of her grandson in Barnesville Wednesday, Dec. 2, after a brief illness. Since the death of her son, Willie Moore; in May 1937, she had made her home with two of her grandchildren, Mrs. Leonard Hodges of Jackson and Mr. Alvin Moore of Barnesville. Surviving Mrs. Moore are her son, John Carter Moore of Mitchell county, several grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were held Friday at 12 o'clock at Macedonia church, with Rev. T. G. G. Linkous and Rev. W. R. Sissions, pastor of the Methodist church of Barnesville, officiating. The pallbearers were Clifford Lavender, Paul Lemon, Ed Hilley, Horace Moore, W. G. Morton, and Mr. Brown. Burial was in Macedonia cemetery with Jordan Funeral Home in charge.
Moore, Susan Tompkins Cargile
  Butts County Progress July 1, 1910
Death Of Prominent Lady Last Sunday Afternoon
     After an illness of only a few days Mrs. Susan Moore, one of the most beloved women in the county, died at her home in this city Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock. Death was due to paralysis.
     Mrs. Moore was 80 years old and up until four years ago lived at Pittman's Ferry, where she was born reared. She was twice married, the first time to Mr. Joe Pittman, and later to Mr. Oliver Moore, of Henry county, who died several years ago.
     The funeral was held Monday afternoon at 3 o'clock at Moore's Chapel, which church she built and bears her name. Rev. T. C. Carlton conducted the services.
     She leaves two daughters, Mrs. Z. T. Buttrill, of this city and Mrs. W. E. Cantrell, of Emerson; two sons, Mr. Joe Pittman, of Dublin, and Mr. C. A. Pittman, of Pittman's Ferry, and seven grandchildren.
     Mrs. Moore was very devote in religious circles and her passing away is genuinely regretted.

Moore, T. B., Mrs.
  The Jackson Argus May 14, 1896
     The many friends of Mrs. T. B. Moore, formerly of Jackson, will regret to learn of her death which occurred in Milledgeville last Friday evening.

Moore, Thomas Franklin
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Mar 1944
Thomas F. Moore Die Thursday
     Funeral services for Thomas Franklin Moore, 18-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. M. D. Moore, who died at 12 o'clock March 16, were held Saturday morning at 11 o'clock at Mt. Vernon church. Rev. T. J. Thaxton conducted the service. and burial was in the churchyard, with Thornton Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements.
The death of the young man followed a long illness.
     Survivors are his parents and three brothers, Talmadge, Floyd and Andrew Moore; his grandmother, Mrs. J. M. Moore, and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Prichett. \

Moore, Thomas Walter
Jackson Progress Argus 26 Feb 1959
Walter Moore Died Thursday At Butts Home
     Death, which came early Thursday morning to Thomas Walter Moore, 85, claimed one of Butts county's most widely known, and universally beloved citizens.
     The prominent, respected and esteemed retired farmer of the Buttrill district, died about six o'clock, Thursday morning at his home, apparently the victim of a heart attack. Though he had been in enfeebled health the past two years from a broken hip and a blood clot, his sudden passing came as a shock to the entire community and brought sadness to his legion of friends.
     Thomas Walter Moore was born in Butts county, July 21,1874, the son of Leroy Moore and Mrs. Nancy Tucker Moore, prominent and influential citizens of the county's early history.
     Born and reared on a farm, it was only natural that his interest in and love for agriculture and farming be maintained throughout his life. This he did until the name of Walter Moore, or "Uncle Walt" as he was more familiarly called by his friends, became synonymous with successful farming. On his fertile acres, he was one of the largest farmers in the county area-wise, he raised bountiful harvests which he never failed to share with his many friends. Produce from his always abundant gardens was divided with a lavish hand.
     Perhaps next to farming, the arena of interest nearest his heart was politics. For many years a member of the Butts County Democratic Executive Committee from Buttrill District until declining health forced his retirement, his political counsel and active support was eagerly sought by all candidates for public office. His devotion and admiration for the Talmadges, both father and son, was of section wide knowledge. Through political adversity and good fortune he supported them with a love and steadfastness that must have been an inspiration to the distinguished Talmadge family. A sign on his barn facing heavily traveled U. S. Highway 23 proclaimed to passers-by that "Talmadge Kept His Promises".
     Mr. Moore was a member of the Jackson Methodist Church which he supported loyally as health permitted. He was a Mason and a Shriner and a few years ago was presented his 50 year Masonic pin.
     For a number of years Mr. Moore served on the Butts County Welfare Board where he rendered valued service.
     About three years ago Mr. Moore suffered a broken hip in a fall in his home which severely incapacitated him and necessitated spending most of the remainder of his life in a wheel chair. A year after his fall he suffered a blood clot in one leg which further handicapped him. Despite these adversities he retained a bright, calm and uncompromising outlook on life and lived out his allotted span with a serenity that was an inspiration to ail who knew him.
     Married twice, to sisters, Mr. Moore's first wife was Miss Lula Belle Dupree. From this union was born two sons, Charlie Moore, who survives and Harry Moore, who died in 1949. His second marriage was to Mrs. Carrie Dupree Smith from which a step-daughter, Mrs. James P. Moore, survives.
     Funeral services were held Friday afternoon at the Jackson Methodist Church at 3:30 o'clock with the Rev. J. C. Calloway and the Rev. Lamar Watkins, pastor, officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery with arrangements under the direction of Haisten Funeral Home.
     Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. James P. Moore, of Atlanta; one son, Charlie Moore, Atlanta; four grandchildren, Charlie D. Moore and Mrs. Ernest B. Riner, Atlanta; Miss Peggy Ann Moore, Decatur; and Walter Ted Evans, Jackson; two great-grandchildren, Katrina and Ted Evans Jr., of Jackson.
     Active pallbearers were Elwood Robison Sr., Doyle Jones Jr., Howard Jolly, T. P. Thurston, Benny Lane and Chester Rivers.
     Honorary pallbearers were R. P. Newton, Whit Newton, D. P. Settle, H. M. Moore, Paul Tyler, W. M. Redman, C. D. Edwards Sr., J. O. Minter, Paul Maddox, G. D. Head, Jim McMichael, B. H. Hodges,. The body lay in state at the church 45 minutes prior to the service.

Moore, Troy Anderson
Jackson Progress-Argus 27 Nov 1936
Mr. Troy Moore Is Taken By Death
     Mr. and Mrs. F. E. Hilley have been advised of the death of Mrs. Hilley's brother, Mr. Troy Moore, which occurred Monday at Eloise, Mich. The nature of his last illness Was not known here.
     The body will be brought to Jackson later in the week and funeral services will be held at Macedonia church, the plans to be announced later.
     Mr. Moore, a son of the late Mr. Isaac Moore and Mrs. Mary Mayo Moore, had resided in Michigan for the past fifteen years. He had been employed by the Ford Motor Company. A native of Butts, county, he had many friends here and all will be pained to learn of his passing.
     He is survived by one sister, Mrs. F. E. Hilley, of Jackson and several nieces and nephews.

Moore, Trudie Lee
Jackson Progress-Argus, July 10, 1952
     Miss Trudie Lee Moore, former resident of Butts county but living in Atlanta for several years, died at ** p.m. Thursday, July 3, in the United States Public Health Department Research Hospital in Atlanta, Miss Moore had gone to Baltimore for treatment at the suggestion of the health service, The immediate cause of death was a heart attack.
     Born in Flovilla, she was a daughter of Mrs. Emily Moore and Robert Wilson Morere, pioneer residents of this area. She grew to womanhood in the county and was graduated from the Jenkinsburg high school as salutatorian of her class. Early in life she showed a remarkable talent for music and had special training on piano in Atlanta where she was widely known as a piano accompanist to churches and other groups. She **** as a music camp counselor for Atlanta YWCA and was pianist on the staff of YWCA. Her talent for music won for her a concert over radio station WSB. She also attended a business school and was a member of the Business Girls League of the Atlanta YWCA.
     Charming and gracious always in *** cordiality, she shared her talent for music with many groups. At *** services members of the Business Girls League of the YWCA, which she had been a member of for ore than 15 years, paid Miss Moore *** and sincere tribute.
     Last rites were held in the First Baptist Church of Jackson at 4:30 Sunday with Rev. GAither A. Briggs as officiating minister and Mrs. O. B. Howell as organist. Je** Davenport of Atlanta sang "O ** Those Tears" and Going *** " with Miss Polly Evans as accompanist.
     The pallbearers were A. W. New**, Bailey Woodward, N. A. Powell, ** White, P. H. Weaver, F. C. ***.
     Burial was in Sandy Creek cemetery under the direction of D. T. Carmichael & Son Funeral Home, McDonough.
     Survivors are her father, Mrs. Robert Wilson Moore; sister, Miss Delle Moore, connected with the Department of Public Welfare, Atlanta; one brother, Clarence Moore of Griffin.

Moore, Vannie Jane Lummus
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Jun 1942
Mrs. Vannie Moore, Former Resident, Dies In Florida .
     Funeral services for Mrs. Vannie Moore, 63 years of age, whose death occurred Sunday morning at her home in Lakeland, Fla., as the result of a stroke, were held at 3:30 Tuesday afternoon at Pleasant Grove church. The Rev. Z. M. Leverette officiated and burial was in Macedonia church cemetery with Thornton Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements.
     Pallbearers were the sons, J. F., Tom, Taylor, Horace, Sam and Floyd Moore.,
     Mrs. Moore, widow of J. F. Moore, was born in Butts county July 4, 1878, a daughter of the late Mr. John F. Lummus and Mrs. Lummus. She spent most of her life in the county, moving nearly two years ago to Lakeland for residence. She was a member of Pleasant Grove church and had a wide circle of friends here who are sorry to know of her death.
     Surviving are eight sons, J. F. of Griffin; Tom, Taylor, Fleetwood and Charlie of Lakeland; Horace of Jackson; Sam and Fred Moore of Fort Jackson, S. C.; two daughters, Mrs. Mary Lou Lavender and Mrs. Sarah Bailey of Lakeland; her mother, Mrs. John P. Lummus of Jackson; four sisters, Mrs. J. L. Heath, Mrs. Carl McMichael, Mrs. J. E. Bond and Mrs. Troy Hardy, all of Jackson; two brothers, Charlie and Frank Lummus of Jackson.

Moore, W. A.
Jackson Progress-Argus 3 Jun 1937
Mr. W. A. Moore Is Claimed By Death
     Friends and relatives here were grieved to learn of the death of Mr. W. A. Moore, 53 years of age, former well-known Butts county resident, which occurred in Barnesville Monday night.
     Mr. Moore was born and reared here and spent his entire life in the county with the exception of the past year. Twelve months ago he moved to Barnesville to reside with his mother. He was a man of sterling integrity and worth and was esteemed by a wide circle of friends. He was a member of Pleasant Grove Congregational Methodist church.
     He is survived by his mother, Mrs. S. E. Moore, of Barnesville; one brother, J. C. Moore, of Camilla and several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were held at Macedonia church Wednesday morning at 11 o'clock. Rev. John Tate, of the Barnesville Methodist church, officiated and interment was in the family lot. The pallbearers were John N. Owen, Paul Lemon, O. L. Greer, Horace Moore, Clifford Lavender and Clee O'Kelley.

Moore, William Lucius
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Nov 1972
Brother John H. Moore Died
     Mr. William Lucius Moore of Route 1, McDonough, brother of John H. Moore of Jackson, died early Monday morning, November 13th, at the Villa Rica Hospital.
     Mr. Moore, 74, suffered a stroke Saturday night prior to his death on Monday. He was visiting a son, Ernest Moore, in Villa Rica.
     Mr. Moore was born in Newton County, the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Moore, Sr. of Henry County. He was a member of Sharon Baptist Church and Worthville Masonic Lodge.
     Funeral services were held November 14th at two o'clock from Sharon Baptist with Rev. Thurman Henderson officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery with D. T. Carmichael and Son, McDonough in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Moore is survived by two sons, Ernest C. Moore, Villa Rica, Harold Moore, McDonough; one daughter, Mrs. Mae Houston, Tucker; three brother, James Moore, McDonough, Roy Moore, Covington and John H. Moore, Jackson; three sisters, Mrs. Maude Mason and Mrs. Aline Wilson, McDonough, Mrs. Lela Joiner, Covington; grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Moore, William Otis
Jackson Progress-Argus July 12, 1956
W. O. Moore Is Buried Sunday at Flovilla
     Funeral services for William Otis Moore, 80, prominent Butts county farmer and political figure, were held Sunday afternoon at three o'clock from the Flovilla Baptist Church with the Rev. WQ. H. Brown officiating.
     He died at this Flovilla home Friday afternoon after a long period of declining health.
     The son of Joe M. Moore and Mrs. Lily Edwards Moore, he was descended from a pioneer family of this section and spent his entire life in the Flovilla community.
     In addition to his farming profession he had served as a former County Surveyor and at his death was chairman of the Butts County Board of Registrars.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Minnie Lee Higgins Moore; a daughter, Mrs. Hubert Torbett, Forsyth; sons, Joe Henry Moore, Smithfield, Texas, and Frank Moore, Flovilla; a sister, Mrs. Marvin Vickers, Flovilla; two brothers, J. M. Moore, Fla. And Tom R. Moore, Atlanta; 8 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren' several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Adel Moncrief, L. H. Cawthon, Luther Washington, Don Fortinberry, Bill Adams and Clint Waits.
     Interment was in the Flovilla Baptist cemetery under the direction of Haisten Funeral Home.
     
Moore, William R. Moore
Middle Georgia Argus January 26, 1886
A Fatal Accident.
     On Tuesday of last week young Willie Moor, son of Mr. Jase. Moor of Dublin district was sweeping out a cotton press, when by some means the follow block fell upon him, crushing him in a terrible manner from which he died in a few minutes.
                    
Moore, William Woodson
  Middle Georgia Argus November 11, 1890
Tribute Of Respect
     Whereas God, in his providence, has removed from our Alliance and community and the M. E. Church south, one of the best and most beloved members, William W. Moore, and, whereas, it becomes us, as Stark Alliance, No. 239, to pay the last tribute of respect to his memory. We, the members of Stark Alliance, Resolved,
     1st That we bow in humble submission to the will of Him that doeth all things well, recognizing that he is not dead but only sleepeth, and is only removed from earth to Heaven, there to await the coming of those who live as he lived. Indeed, in the death of Bro. Moore, the Alliance at Stark lost a true and zealous member.
     Resolved 2nd, That to his relatives we tender our warmest sympathies in their sad bereavement.
     W. W. Moore was born in Jasper county, Georgia, March 15, 1830; joined the Methodist church in Henry county, Georgia, in 1849; was married to Martha a. Ivey, of Newton county, Georgia, January 1st 1854; died at his home in Butts county, September 29th 1890, at the age of sixty years six months and fourteen days.
     He lived a consistent christian life; never had a law case of any kind in court, and was loved by all who knew him.
     Resolved, that a copy of these resolutions be sent to the family and the Middle Georgia Argus for print.
Thos. J. McMichael, Lem Kelly, Committee.

Moore, Winnie Cole
Jackson Progress Argus 29 Sep 1982
     Mrs. Winnie Cole Moore of 466 McDonough Rd. died Friday at Georgia Baptist Medical Center in Atlanta.
     She was admitted to the center Sept. 18 after suffering an apparent stroke at her residence.
     Mrs. Moore, a native of Carroll County, was the daughter of the late Nancy McLeod Cole and the late John Riley Cole. She was the widow of Jack Moore who died in 1944. She and Mr. Moore had made their home in Jackson since 1931.
     Mrs. Moore was retired from the Central Georgia Electric Membership Corporation after 25 years of service. She was a receptionist for Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson for the past nine years.
     A member of the First Baptist Church, Mrs. Moore was active in the life of the church for many years. She served as superintendent of the Primary Department for 10 years and was a member of the Florence Greshan Sunday School class.
     She was a charter member of the Jackson B&PW Club, charter member of the American Legion Auxiliary, member of the Cherokee Garden Club, and. a member of the AARP.
     In 1957 Mrs. Moore was the third woman in the county to be selected as woman of the year by the Jackson Exchange Club. The award was given for her meritorious service to Butts County.
     Survivors include two sisters, Mrs. Gladys Gable of Carrollton and Mrs. Annie Mae Wickliffe of Castleberry, Fla.; a brother, Golson Cole of Austell. Many nieces and nephews also survive.
     Funeral services were held Saturday at 2 o'clock in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home.
     Rev. Bill O'Connor and Dr. Pat Gilley officiated. Burial was in the Carrollton City Cemetery.
     Pallbearers were Ray Jones, James Payne, David Ridgeway, Richard Ballard, Damon DuenckeI, and Riley Jones.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Moore, Woody Floyd
Jackson Progress Argus 04 Apr 1942
Floyd Moore, War Veteran, Dies In Atlanta Hospital
     The death of Woody Floyd Moore, 49 years of age, veteran of the World War, occurred Friday night at 9:30 in the U. S. Veterans Hospital in Atlanta. He was admitted for treatment several days ago and his condition did not improve.
     Born October 26, 1892, a son of Jack Moore and Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Goens Moore of Butts county, he resided in the Cork community. On April 27,1918, he enlisted in the
army and from May 19, 1918 to May 19, 1919, served overseas with the American Expeditionary Force in France. He was attached to the 308th Field Artillery and saw service in the battles of St. Mihiel and Meus-Argonne. After his discharge Mr. Moore continued to reside in Butts county.
     He was held in high esteem by a wide circle of friends who were grieved at his death.
     Surviving are his mother, Mrs. M. Davis; a sister, Mrs. R. M. Vickers of Flovilla; a brother, Joe M. Moore, affiliated with Etheridge-Smith Company; three half-brothers, Messrs. Tom, Jim and W. O. Moore, all of; Butts county.
     Funeral services were held at Sandy Creek church Sunday afternoon and the Rev. J. B. Stodghill was the officiating minister. Friends and, relatives sent lovely flowers as a token of affection. The pallbearers were Horace Bankston, R. C. Riley; E. E. Jenkins, O. H. Leverette, W. A. Smith Jr., and Frank Dunn. Burial was in the church cemetery with Thornton Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements.

Moreland, Fred Douglas
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Mar 1977
Jackson Man's Brother Buried In Concord
     Funeral services for Mr. Fred Douglas Moreland, of Concord, were held last Wednesday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock in the New Pleasant Hill CME Church in Concord. The Rev. T. R. MCKenzie officiated and interment was in the church cemetery under the direction of the Union Society Funeral Home of Concord.
     Mr. Moreland is survived by his wife, two sons and two daughters, of Concord; his mother, Mrs. Tina Moreland of Canton, Ohio; a sister; five brothers, all from Ohio, with the exception of Jesse Moreland, of Jackson.

Morgan, Adele
Jackson Progress-Argus 19 Jun 1941
Rites Saturday for Mrs. Morgan, Florida Visitor
     Graveside services for Mrs. Adcle Morgan, 70, of Wauchula, Fla., who died in an Atlanta hospital Thursday afternoon, were held Saturday at 10 a. m. in the Jackson cemetery. The Rev. J. C. Callaway, pastor of the Jackson Methodist church, officiated and burial was in the churchyard, with Thornton Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Morgan was visiting at Indian Springs, where she went for her health, when she became gravely ill. She was taken Thursday to a hospital in Atlanta and expired soon after reaching the hospital. She had been at Indian Springs for ten days.
     Little information was available here about Mrs. Morgan and her family. She was a Gold Star mother, a son having been killed in France during World War number one. She was a member of the Baptist church.
     Survivors include a son, Roy Williams, Wauchula, Fla., and a sister, Mrs. J. V. Ward, Atlanta.
                         
Morgan, Andrew G.
Jackson Progress-Argus, November 28, 1946.
A. G. Morgan Was Victim of Truck Accident Friday.
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. F. H. Morgan and family sympathize with them in the death of Mr. Morgan's brother, A. G. Morgan, of Jasper county, which occurred in a truck accident November 15.
     The following account of the accident is from the Monticello News:
     Andrew G. Morgan, 55, was killed instantly Friday about 4 p.m. when his truck overturned near Bradley on the Macon highway. It is said two colored men who were on the truck at the time of the accident, escaped with only slight injuries. Mr. Morgan, a farmer, was a resident of Hillsboro and was one of that community's best known citizens.
     Mr. Morgan is survived by his wife; five sons, Wilmer and Hulon Morgan, Monticello; Aubrey and Ray Morgan, Hillsboro; Harold Morgan, student at the University of Georgia; one daughter, Miss Lorene Morgan; three brothers, Fred, Leroy and Charlie Pate Morgan; four grandchildren.
     Funeral services were held at the Hillsboro Methodist church Sunday afternoon and Rev J. S. Hays and Rev. Robert B. Hays officiated. Burial was in the Baptist church cemetery.

Morgan, Ben
Jackson Progress-Argus Jun 13, 1940
Aged Negro Man Victim of Attack in Pasture
     Ben Morgan, negro man residing on the V. A. White farm, died of a heart attack early Thursday while he was taking cattle to the pasture. A coroner's jury investigated the case and returned a verdict that he came to his death from natural causes.
     Morgan, 70 years of age, had lived with Mr. White for twenty years. His wife died some years ago and he is survived by eight children.

Morgan, Benjamin
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Jan 1993
     Benjamin Morgan of Jackson died Mon., Jan. 4.
     Funeral services were held Sunday at Friendship AME Church with Rev. M. Ephraim Sr. officiating. Interment was in the Friendship cemetery.
     Mr. Morgan was born Aug. 1.2, 1913 in Butts County, son of the late Ben and Irene Morgan.
     He was a member of the Friendship AME Church.
     Survivors include son and daughter-in-law Jimmy Lee and Dollie Morgan; sister Leila Jordan; grandchildren and great grandchildren of Atlanta; several nieces, nephews and other relatives.
     Trimier Funeral Home in Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Morgan, Boyce L.
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Oct 1966
Boyce L. Morgan Passes Oct 15
     Mr. Boyce L. Morgan, 73, of Route 2, McDonough, father of Mrs. John Wesley Cook of Jackson, passed away early Saturday morning at Crawford W. Long Hospital following an illness of a month's duration. The widely known Ellistown resident in Henry County suffered a stroke shortly over a month ago from which he never fully recovered.
     Mr. Morgan was born in Henry County, the son of Mr. John Morgan and Mrs. Mollie Cowan Morgan. He was a member of New Hope Methodist Church, a Mason, active in farm bureau affairs and was a retired Justice of the Peace, having served his district for a long number of years.
     Funeral services were conducted at Sardis Baptist Church in Henry County Sunday afternoon with Rev. Tarleton, Rev. Bridges, and Rev. Robert Chambers officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery with D. T. Carmichael & Son of McDonough in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Morgan is survived by his wife, Mrs. Trellis Stroud Morgan; three daughters, Mrs. John Wesley Cook of Jackson, Mrs. James Cardell of McDonough, and Mrs. Letson Johnson of Grovetown; one son, Houston Morgan of McDonough; 13 grandchildren; five great grandchildren several nieces and nephews.

Morgan, Claude Henry
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Oct 1982
     Claude Henry Morgan, 93, of Jenkinsburg died Saturday afternoon at the Griffin-Spalding County Hospital in Griffin after a short illness.
     Mr. Morgan was born in Jasper County August 7, 1889 and was the son of the late Charlie Morgan and the late Mrs. Sallie Evans Morgan.
     Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Dessie Smith of Atlanta, and several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home. Rev. Lester Shell, pastor of the Jackson Christian Church, officiated with burial in the Sandy Creek Cemetery.
     Sherrell Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Morgan, Cora Wade
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Dec 1965
Mrs. Cora Morgan Died At Albany
     Mrs. Cora Wade Morgan, of Albany, step-mother of Mr. Fred Morgan of Jackson, died Saturday at her residence, 1405 Edgerly Avenue, after an extended illness.
     A native of Pulaski County, she was born January 23rd, 1888. She was the daughter of Mr. William Madison Wade and Mrs. Jane Smith Wade. She was the widow of the late William Andrew Morgan. Mrs. Morgan lived in Pulaski County most of her life, moving to Albany about 18 months ago. She was a member of Friendship Baptist Church in Wilcox County.
     Funeral services were held Sunday, December 19th, from Friendship Baptist Church with the Rev. Mr. Griffin, pastor, and the Rev. Mr. Hosea officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery with Clark Funeral Home of Hawkinsville in charge of arrangements.
     Survivors include two sons, Charles P. Morgan of Albany, Fred Morgan of Jackson; two sisters, Mrs. L. S. Dorminy of Unadilla and Mrs. Dolly West of Macon; a brother, John Harrison Wade of Hawkinsville; twenty grandchildren and a number of great grandchildren.

Morgan, Elmore
Jackson Progress Argus 14 Feb 1979
Morgan Rites Held Saturday.
     Funeral services for Mr. Elmo Morgan of Route 2, Jackson, were held Saturday, February 10th, at 1 p. m. at the Concord Baptist Church in Monticello. The Rev. B. F. Freeman officiated and interment was in the Concord Cemetery,
     Mr. Morgan died February 5th at the Westbury Nursing Home. He was the son of the late Berry and Georgia Morgan. Mr. Morgan is survived by two brothers, Mr. Harvey Morgan of Cleveland, Ohio; and Mr. J. Lee Morgan of Norcross, Ga.; two sisters, Mrs. Bessie Peters of Tucker, Ga., and Mrs. Mollie Sanders of Cleveland, Ohio; one aunt, Mrs. Maggie Epps of Monticello and a host of other relatives and friends.
     Abe Trimier Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Morgan, Emmie Mae Holloway
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Mar 1983
     Mrs. Emmie Mae Holloway Morgan, 94, of Route 1, Jackson, the Stark community, died Saturday afternoon at Hilltop Nursing Home in Monroe County where she had been a patient since November 1982.
     A native of Jasper County, Mrs. Morgan was the daughter of the late John Holloway and Annie Goodman Holloway. She was the widow of Fred Howard Morgan.
She and Mr. Morgan joined Macedonia Baptist Church in 1925 where, until his death,
they were active in all phases of church work.
     Mrs. Morgan was president of the Kimbell Association WMU for 12 years and was active in the Butts County Home Demonstration Club for many years, serving as its president. He was the second woman to be honored by the Jackson Exchange Club as Butts County's Woman of the Year. For many years she served as a volunteer at Westbury Nursing Home where she was honored for outstanding service.
     Survivors include daughters, Mrs. Elsma M. Smith and Miss Mary Lou Morgan, both of Jackson, Mrs. Alberta Brady of Macon, and Mrs. Dorcas Pearson of Warrenton, Va.; son, Otho J. Morgan of Jackson; brother, L. L. Holloway of Monticello; sisters, Mrs. Jewell Tyler and Mrs. Lucille Tyler, both of Monticello; 15 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and one great-great- granddaughter; several nieces and nephews.
     Services were held Monday at 2 p.m. at Macedonia Baptist Church with the Rev. Maxie Threatt officiating. Burial was in the Macedonia cemetery.
     Pallbearers were grandsons, Lindsey Smith, W. H. Smith, Johnny Johnson, Larry Morgan, Anderson Morgan, Randall Morgan, Gary Pearson, and Dennis Pearson.
     Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Morgan, Fred Howard
Jackson Progress Argus 29 Jun 1978
Death Claims Fred Morgan On Tuesday
     Mr. Fred Howard Morgan, 90, of the Stark Community of Butts County, died about 7:00 o'clock Tuesday morning at Sylvan Grove Hospital following an illness of several months.
     A retired farmer and dairyman, Mr. Morgan was a native of Jasper County, son of the late William A. Morgan and the late Annie Elvira McKinley Morgan. He was a member of the Macedonia Baptist Church and supported its every cause with liberality.
     Mr. Morgan is survived by his wife, Mrs. Emmie Mae Holloway Morgan of Jackson; one son, Otho J. Morgan of Jackson; four daughters, Mrs. Elsma Smith and Miss Mary Lou Morgan, both of Jackson; Mrs. Doyle Brady of Macon, Mrs. Harvey Pearson of Warrenton, Va.: a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Caroline Morgan of Jackson; one brother. Charlie Morgan of Albany; 14 grandchildren; 15 great -grandchildren: several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were conducted Wednesday afternoon at Macedonia Baptist Church with the Rev. Maxie Threatt, pastor, and the Rev. T. J. Thaxton officiating. Interment was in Macedonia Church Cemetery. Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of plans.
    Grandsons served as pallbearers.

Morgan, George
Jackson Progress Argus 04 Jul 1979
Morgan Rites Held Wednesday
     Funeral Services for Mr. George Morgan of Rt. 1, Flovilla were held Wednesday, June 27th, at two o'clock from the Friendship A. M. E. Church with the Rev. H. C. Colvard officiating. Interment was in Friendship Cemetery.
     Mr. Morgan died June 23rd at his residence after apparently suffering a heart attack. He was the son of the late William and Sarah Holland Morgan.
     He is survived by three daughters, three sons, one sister, Mrs. Lillie Morgan of Jackson; an aunt, Mrs. Maggie Epps of Monticello; two sisters-in-law; one brother-in-law; 25 grandchildren, and 26 great grandchildren.
     Abe Trimier Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Morgan, George
Jackson Progress Argus 08 Feb 1995
     George Morgan of Jackson died Friday, Feb. 4, at Southern Regional Medical Center.
     Funeral services were held Wednesday, Feb. 8, at Lizzie Berry Baptist Church with Elder A F. Eusery officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery.
     Survivors include wife, Mamie Morgan; daughter, Patricia Monds of Atlanta; son, Curtis Morgan of Atlanta; sisters, Viola Freeman and Willie J. Stewart, both of Jackson, and Eula Cheely of Atlanta; brothers, Howard Morgan and Tommy Morgan, both of Jackson; seven grandchildren; five sisters-in-law; a brother-in-law; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
     Trimier Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

 Jackson Progress Argus 22 Feb 1995
     George Morgan of Jackson died Friday, Feb. 3.
     Funeral services were held Wednesday, Feb. 8, at Lizzie Berry Baptist
Church with Rev. A. F. Eusery officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mr. Morgan was born July 27, 1926 in Butts County,
     Survivors include wife, Mamie Morgan; son, Curtis Morgan; daughters, Patricia Banks Monds; sisters, Viola Freeman, Eula Mae Chelly and Willie Jean Stewart; brothers, Howard and Tommy Morgan; two brothers-in-law; two sisters-in-law; and several nieces and nephews.
     Trimier Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Morgan, George Lawrence
Jackson Progress Argus 08 Nov 1973
Community Leader Dies Following Long Illness
     Mr. George Lawrence Morgan, 51, one of Butts County's most widely known and highly esteemed community leaders, died at 4:45 o'clock Thursday morning, November 8th, at Sylvan Grove Hospital following a period of declining health extending over two years.
     Mr. Morgan was born August 24, 1922 in Butts County, the son of Mr. Fred H. Morgan and Mrs. Emmie Mae Holloway Morgan both natives of Jasper County. Following his graduation at local schools, he attended Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College and graduated from the University of Georgia in the class of 1943. During World War II he enlisted in the Marine Corps and saw overseas service in the Pacific Theater on Okinawa.
     Following his discharge from service, Mr. Morgan returned to his home in the Stark Community and entered into a farming and dairying partnership with his father which met with much success.
     In 1957 the Messrs. Morgans were named among the top ten farmers in the state on a feed efficiency test and also in 1957 the young Mr. Morgan purchased his father's interest in the farm.
     Mr. Morgan's success in farming led him to be named as Butts County's "Young Farmer of the Year" in 1958, the award being made by the Butts County Jaycees.
     In June 1961 Mr. Morgan was appointed by the Board of Directors of the Central Georgia Electric Membership Corporation as a director from Butts County to fill the unexpired term of the late F. M. Ridgway. On May 17, 1972 he was elected secretary and treasurer of the Co-op.
     Active in many endeavors, Mr. Morgan was a former director of the Miss Georgia Dairies, Inc., a past president of the Butts County Farm Bureau and a past president of the Butts County PTA. Mr. Morgan also served as a former superintendent of the Macedonia Baptist Sunday School and a past chairman of the Board of Deacons as well as a Sunday School teacher.
     On September 12, 1963, Mr. Morgan was elected a member of the Butts County Hospital Authority to fill the vacancy caused by the removal from the city of W. A. Holston. Mr. Morgan in his "spare" time was a substitute rural mail carrier and a part time salesman for Cotton States Insurance Company.
     During his last illness when Mr. Morgan learned that his days were truly numbered, he and his family made several trips the length and breadth of the United States, enabling them to visit places that he had always wanted to see. As long as health permitted he served his community through the organizations with which he was associated with a loyalty and dedication that was an inspiration to those who knew him best.
     Funeral services were conducted Friday afternoon at two o'clock from Macedonia Baptist Church with Rev. T. H. Wilder, a former pastor, and Rev. R. W. Jenkins, pastor, officiating. Interment was in Macedonia Baptist Church Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Morgan is survived by his wife, Mrs. Carolyn White Morgan of Jackson; three sons, George Lawrence (Larry) Morgan, Jr., James Randall Morgan, both of Jackson, and Augustus Anderson Morgan, a student at West Georgia College in Carrollton; parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred H. Morgan of Jackson; one brother, Otho Morgan of Jackson; four sisters, Mrs. Elsma Smith and Miss Mary Lou Morgan, both of Jackson, Mrs. Doyle Brady of Macon and Mrs. Harvey Pierson of Warrenton, Virginia; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Harold Standard, Joel Cawthon, Dr. William Mitchell, Charles
Kinney, Cecil Beal, and Robert Reese.
     In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Bus Fund, care of Macedonia Baptist Church, Route 2 Box 215, Jackson, Ga. 30233.

Morgan, Gertude
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Apr 1976
Funeral For Mrs. Morgan At Friendship
     Funeral services for Mrs. Gertude Morgan of Route 1, Flovilla were held Wednesday, April 14th, at two o'clock from the Friendship AME Church with the Rev. Simmons officiating. Interment as in Friendship Cemetery.
     Mrs. Morgan died Saturday at Jasper Memorial Hospital in Monticello.
     Survivors include her husband, Mr. George Morgan, Sr., two sons, four step-children, three sisters, one brother, and other relatives.
     Abe Trimier Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Morgan, Harold Monroe
Jackson Progress Argus 19 May 1982
     Harold Monroe Morgan, 57, Highway 42 North, Jenkinsburg, died Wednesday afternoon, May 12 at Emory University Hospital. Mr. Morgan was born in Detroit, Mich., February 23, 1925 and was the son of the late Thomas Harry Morgan and the late Bertha Mae Oxford Morgan of Butts County.
     He was the Owner of Morgan Tool & Die Shop in Jenkinsburg, a veteran of World War II when he served in the U. S. Navy, and a member of the Wayne Lodge F & AM Masons in Wayne, Mich.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Elena Jean Mackey Morgan of Jenkinsburg; three daughters, Mrs. Gwenolyn Jean Honey, Barstow, Calif., Mrs. Geraldine Ann Markell, Daytona, Fla., Mrs. Kathy Lynn Cook, Locust Grove; a son, Thomas Harold Morgan, Jenkinsburg; two brothers, Harry E. Morgan, Livonia, Mich. and Erving B. Morgan, Kalamazoo Mich.; five grandchildren.
     Funeral services were conducted Saturday at 3 p. m, in McDonald Chapel in Griffin with Rev. Colin Dacus officiating. Burial was in the Mt. Olive Baptist Church in Molena.

Morgan, Infant
Jackson Progress Argus August 22 1930
Death of an Infant
     Mr. and Mrs. F. H. Morgan have the sympathy of many friends in the death of their infant son, which occurred Tuesday. Interment was in Macedonia cemetery.

Morgan, John S.
Jackson Progress Argus Sep 5 1930
Former Jackson Citizen Passes in Milledgeville
     Friends here Were sorry to learn of the death of Mr. John S. Morgan, aged 48, which occurred Saturday in Milledgeville. The family formerly resided in Jackson and Mr. Morgan is remembered by many of the older citizens. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon in Perry, Ga.
     
Morgan, Lee Roy
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Oct 1958
Lee Roy Morgan Buried Wednesday In Twiggs County
     Funeral services for Lee Roy Morgan, 48, of Macon, were held Wednesday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock from the Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Twiggs county, with the Rev. Paul Jones officiating.
     Mr. Morgan died at a Rome hospital Monday afternoon. He was a half brother of Fred Morgan of Jackson and had many friends and acquaintances in Butts county .
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Ruby Corinne Little Morgan; three daughters, Mrs. Ruby Floyd of Jeffersonville; Mrs. Shirley Henson and Miss Judy Morgan of Macon; one son, Jack Morgan of Macon; one brother, Charlie Morgan of Albany; half brother, Fred Morgan of Jackson.
     Interment was in the churchyard cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Morgan, Leila Frances Worsham
Jackson Progress Argus 06 Oct 1993
     Leila Frances Worsham Morgan of Jackson died Mon., Sept. 27, at the Henry General Hospital in Stockbridge.
     Funeral services were held Thurs., Sept, 30, at Macedonia Baptist Church with.Rev. Rodney Autry officiating. Interment was in the Fairview Memorial Gardens in Stockbridge.
     Mrs. Morgan was born July 28, 1914 in Milton County, daughter of the late William Franklin Worsham and Pauline Ella Wilkins Worsham.
     She was the widow of John William Morgan and a member of the Macedonia Baptist Church,
     Survivors include son John Wesley Morgan of Stockbridge; daughters Donna Jeanette Morgan of Stockbridge and Velma Louise Morgan of Palmetta; brothers John Worsham of Carrollton, Joseph Worsham of Forest Park and Charles Worsham of Austell; sister Hattie Sudduth of Lithia Springs; 11 grandchildren; and 16 great grandchildren.
     Sherrell Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Morgan, Lillie
Jackson Progress Argus 12 Jun 1985
     Lillie Morgan, 98, a resident at Westbury Nursing Home in Jenkinsburg, died May 31 at Sylvan Grove Hospital following a brief illness.
     Mrs. Morgan was a native of Jasper County, daughter of the late William and Sarah Morgan.
     Survivors include nieces and nephews, the Rev. and Mrs. John Freeman, Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Cheely, Mr. and Mrs. Enimitt Stewart, Mr. and Mrs.
Howard Morgan, George Morgan and Mr. and Mrs. Tommy Morgan, all of Jackson; grandchildren, Emma Kate Clark of Flovilla and William Cook of Atlanta.
     The funeral was held June 4 at Concord Primitive Baptist Church in Jasper County with the Rev. A.G. Terry officiating. Burial was in the church
cemetery.
     Trimier-Jackson Funeral Services was in charge of arrangements.

Morgan, Louis
Jackson Progress Argus 01 Jun 1967
Father of Mike Morgan Died Of Heart Attack
     Friends of Mike Morgan, French teacher at Jackson High School, regret to learn of the death of his father, Louis Morgan, of Twin City, on Saturday, May 27.
     Mr. Morgan, 48, had suffered a heart attack earlier this year, but it was felt that his condition was greatly improved. He was stricken suddenly with another heart attack early Saturday morning to which he succumbed.
     He is survived by his wife and three sons, Mike, of Jackson, and Chris and Steve, both of Twin City.
     Funeral services were conducted on Sunday afternoon at 4:30 o'clock at the Twin City Methodist Church.
     Among those attending the funeral service on Sunday were Mrs. Winnie Moore, John Allen Moore, and Hugh Bond of Jackson; and Mr. and Mrs. Dupree Ward and Misses Elaine and Polly Ward, of Luella.

Morgan, Lula
Jackson Progress-Argus, December 24, 1953
Sister Mrs. A. D. Pope Died in South Bend, Ind.
     Mr. and Mrs. A. D. Pope, residing on North Mulberry Street, Jackson, were called to South Bend, Ind., Sunday night because of the death of Mrs. Pope's sister, Mrs. Lula Morgan, who passed away Sunday. Funeral services were held in South Bend. Mrs. Morgan before moving to Indiana formerly resided in Concord, Ga., and friends of the family regret to know of her passing.

Morgan, Marcia
Jackson Progress Argus 07 Jun 1975
Pallbearers, Morgan Funeral Are Listed
     Pallbearers at the funeral of Miss Marcia Morgan, 42, Route one Flovilla, were Buster Wilson, Junior Gilbert, Norbert Gilbert, Curtis Gilbert, William Parker, Edmond Moncrief, Riley Johnson, Emory Junior Waits.
     Miss Morgan was pronounced dead on arrival at Sylvan Grove Hospital on Saturday, June 7th.
     Graveside services were held Monday, June 9th, in the Sandy Creek Baptist Church cemetery with Sherrell Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Morgan, Marion Calloway
Jackson Progress Argus 08 Mar 1995
     Marion Calloway Morgan of Asheville, NC died Saturday, March 4.
     Graveside services were held Monday, March 6, at Round Hill Cemetery in Union Mills, NC.
     He was the widower of Ada Glenn Morgan and Florence Jackson Morgan.
     Survivors include son, M. Donald Morgan of Ridgeway, VA; daughters, Mabel Morgan Brandon of Winston Salem, NC and Inez Morgan Owens of Jackson; seven grandchildren; and seven great grandchildren;
     Westmoreland Funeral Home Inc. of Marion, NC was in charge of arrangements.

Morgan, Marquette Yvonne
Jackson Progress Argus 18 Mar 1987
4-year-old Girl Killed When Struck by Vehicle
     A 4-year-old Butts County girl was killed Friday evening when she was struck by an ice cream truck in front of her home. Marquette Yvonne Morgan, daughter of Tommie Morgan and Alene Barlow, was pronounced dead at Georgia Baptist Hospital in Atlanta, where she had been flown on the hospital Life Flight helicopter.
     The incident occurred at 6:20 on Oak Ridge Road (Buttermilk Bottoms) when an ice cream vendor stopped to sell ice cream to some children. State Patrol officer Don Halstead said the child bought an ice cream and apparently walked to the front of the van.
     "She was so small the driver couldn't see her when he started to pull off," Halstead said.
     The officer said the driver of the van, Dwayne Worthy of Decatur, told him that he heard a thump and then saw the little girl walking into her yard and screaming. She then collapsed.
     Worthy and the child's father ran to her, Halstead said. She was taken to Sylvan Grove Hospital before being flown to Georgia Baptist No charges were filed against Worthy.
    The van he was driving belongs to Delight Wholesale Go. in Atlanta.

Jackson Progress Argus 18 Mar 1987
     Marquette Yvonne Morgan, 4, of 173 Barlow St., Jackson, died Friday evening about 6:30 when she was struck by an ice cream truck on Oak Ridge Road.
     She was the daughter of Tommie Morgan and Alene Barlow.
     The funeral was held today at 2 p.m. at Macedonia Baptist Church. Burial was in the Jackson cemetery.
     Trimier - Jackson Funeral Services was in charge of arrangements.

Morgan, Maude
Jackson Progress Argus 18 Jan 1973
Sister Mr. Beckham Buried Friday
     Funeral services for Mrs. Maude Morgan, 69, of 5052 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody, sister of Mr. J. T. Beckham of Jackson, were conducted Friday morning, January 12th, at 10:30 o'clock in the Spring Hill Chapel of H.M. Patterson & Son with Rev. Albert Bruce and Rev. Orion Hunt officiating. Interment was in Arlington Cemetery with H. M. Patterson & Son in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Morgan died Wednesday, January 10th, about 3:15 o'clock at Crawford Long Hospital after an illness of about a year and a more serious illness over the past six months. She was born in Concord, the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Beckham and had lived in Atlanta for a long number of years. Mrs. Morgan had taught in the public schools in the Atlanta area for a long number of years.
     Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. Virgil Pinnel of Dunwoody; two brothers, Andrew Beckham of Ft. Valley and J. T. Beckham of Jackson; one sister, Mrs. C. T. B. Harris of Rome; two grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Morgan, Morris
Jackson Progress Argus 07 Jan 1987
     Morris Morgan, 82, of 145 Hickory St., Jackson, died Dec. 30 at Westbury Nursing Home.
     The funeral was held Saturday at 2 p.m. at Friendship A.M.E. Church with the Rev. J. C. McGill officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.
     Mr. Morgan was born in Jones County, son of the late Benjamin and Irene Morgan.
     He was a member of Friendship A.M.E. Church and served on the Steward Board.
     Survivors include his wife, Minnie Morgan; brother, Benjamin Morgan of Jackson; sisters, Dovie Lee Jackson and Lelia Burton, both of Atlanta; several nephews and nieces.
     Trimier - Jackson Funeral Services was in charge of arrangements.

Morgan, Newton Harris
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Jun 1987
     Newton Harris Morgan of Jonesboro died Thursday at a Clayton Coimty hospital.
     The funeral was held Monday at 1 p.m. in the Barronton and Lee Chapel. Burial was in the Westminster Memorial Gardens with military honors at the graveside.
     Survivors include his wife, Anne Morgan; sister, Sara Collins of Jackson; daughters, Mrs. William B. Pickens of Jonesboro and Stephanie A. Taylor of Riverdale; sons, Joseph C. Morgan of Jonesboro and Terrance P. Morgan of McDonough; 10 grandchildren.

Morgan, Opal Eppinger
Jackson Progress Argus 10 Mar 1993
     Opal Eppinger Morgan, 85, of Concord died Wed., March 3, at her residence following a brief illness.
     Funeral services were held Sat., March 6, at the First Presbyterian Church in Thomaston with Dr. Albert E. Simmons officiating. Interment was in the Mt. Olive Baptist Church Cemetery in Molena.
     Mrs. Morgan was a native of Pike County and a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Thomaston.
     Survivors include daughter Sandra Morgan Bernier of Titusville, Fla.; son Dr. Clarence L. Morgan of Portland, Or.; sisters Sara E. Balcom of Concord, Janie E. Collins of Macon, Mae E. Hardy of Covington, Millie E. Sanvidge of Jackson, Nita E. Harris of Topeka, Kn., and Virginia E. Moore of Sandy Springs; brother Crawford Eppinger of Concord; sisters-in-law Betty Eppinger of Forest Park and Frances Eppinger of Concord; two grandsons; two granddaughters; and one great grandson.

Morgan, Pearl Griffeth
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Feb 1970
Rites Saturday At Sandy Creek For Mrs. Morgan
     Mrs. Pearl Griffeth Morgan, 76, of Route 1, Flovilla, died at Sylvan Grove Hospital Friday morning, February 13th, after an extended illness.
     A native of Anderson, Alabama, she was the daughter of the late Mr. D. Y. Griffeth and Mrs. Belle Harding Griffeth. She had spent most of her life in Butts County and was a member of the Flovilla Baptist Church.
     Funeral services for Mrs. Morgan were conducted Saturday afternoon, February 14th, in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home at 3:30 o'clock. Rev. B. J. Reeves officiated with burial in Sandy Creek Cemetery at Flovilla. Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Morgan is survived by her husband, Henry Claude Morgan of Flovilla; a daughter, Miss Marcia Morgan of Flovilla; a half brother, Henry O. Higgins of Jackson. Pallbearers were Albert Fogg, W. E. Mayfield, Elbert Long, Johnnie King, Charlie Barbee, Adel Moncrief.

Morgan, Robert Lee
Jackson Progress-Argus May 30, 1940
Caught in Plow Gear Negro is Dragged to Death
Robert Lee Morgan Residing on Dewitt Singley Farm Met Tragic Fate Monday Afternoon
     When his feet became entangled in the plow gear at the end of the day's work and the mule became frightened and ran away, Robert Lee Morgan, 37, negro, residing on the DeWitt Singley farm in Towaliga district, was dragged to his death late Monday.
     His neck was broken and the body badly mangled and mutilated and death was almost instantaneous, reports said.
     The accident happened in the late afternoon as Morgan was returning home after plowing in the field. Not taking the precaution to unfasten the gear, Morgan's feet were caught in the traces as the mule plunged and made a dash for the barn. The body was dragged a distance of half a mile, the mule, stopping at the lot after its mad dash across the field.
     Morgan was described as hardworking, sober and industrious and had lived with Mr. Singely for seven years. He was one of the best laborers on the farm, it was explained.
     There were eyewitnesses to the accident and no inquest was held.
     Morgan is survived by his wife and one child.

Morgan, S. H., Mrs.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus April 30, 1920
Death Of Former Jackson Woman Occurred In Atlanta.
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. S. H. Morgan will be grieved to learn of the death of Mrs. Morgan which occurred in Atlanta Wednesday of last week. The funeral and interment took place Thursday afternoon in Perry, Mrs. Morgan's home.
     For a long number of years, prior to their resident in Atlanta, Mr. and Morgan resided here. They were members of the Methodist church and took deep interest in church affairs. Mrs. Morgan was fifty-eight years old. She is survived by her husband and one son, John Morgan and a sister, Mrs. B. C. Holtzclaw, of Perry.

Morgan, Sallie Evans
Jackson Progress Argus December 27, 1929
Mrs. Sallie Morgan Is Taken by Death
     After a lingering illness during which she suffered from a complication of diseases, Mrs. Sallie Morgan, 59 years of age, passed away Sunday morning at 7:30 at the home of her son, Mr. S. H. Morgan in Flovilla. Many friends of the family are sadden at the passing of this beloved woman.
     Born and reared in Jasper county, she had been a resident of Butts county for some twenty years. Before her marriage, she was Miss. Sallie Evans, member of a well known Jasper county family. She was a member of Enon Baptist church of Gladesville and was held in general high esteem for her many fine traits of character.
     She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Wiley Smith of Atlanta; Mrs. George Harris of Flovilla; two sons, S. H. and Claude Morgan of Flovilla; one brother, Walter Morgan of Monticello, and one sister, Mrs. Annie Leverett of Macon.
     Funeral services were held Wednesday morning at 12 o'clock at Sandy Creek.
 
Morgan, Shablanski Shevon
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Apr 1983
     Two Butts County children died tragically in separate incidents over the weekend.
Twelve-year-old Howard Lee Wilson Jr. of Route 3, Windy Lane Road, Jackson died about 2 o'clock Friday afternoon from a gunshot wound to the throat.
     Sheriff Billy Leverette said the youth was at a friend's house in the I-75 trailer park and was playing with a .38 caliber revolver, when the gun discharged striking him in the throat.
     According to the sheriff, two juvenile witnesses related to him that Wilson had been playing with the gun which contained five rounds of ammunition. Leverette said the youngster was pronounced dead at the scene and that the death was ruled accidental by the sheriff's department and the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Howard Lee Wilson Sr.
     It was a housefire in the early hours of Sunday morning that claimed the life of four-year-old Shablanski Shevon Morgan twin daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Luther Eugene Morgan of Route 1, Jackson. Sheriff Leverette said the fatal fire occurred about 2:30 a.m. at the old Jinks place on Fincherville Road which was the residence of Vivian Duffey, aunt of the victim, and Henry Clay.
     According to the sheriff, Shablanski was visiting her aunt who was awakened by a two-year-old child who saw the flames and alerted the occupants of the house, all of whom were asleep. He stated that the house was occupied by nine people at the time of the fire some of whom were visitors. Leverette said the occupants rushed out of the house, leaving the sleeping child behind. He added that when the sheriff and fIre departments arrived on the scene the house was completely engulfed in flames and that rescue of the child would not have been possible. The cause of the fire is undetermined and is under investigation by the sheriff's department.

Morgan, Sherod
Jackson Progress Argus 22 Feb 1984
     Sherod Morgan of Route 2, Jackson died Feb 14 at Veterans Hospital following a brief illness.
     Mr. Morgan is survived by his mother, Lillie Morgan of Jackson brother, W. O. Morgan of Atlanta; several nieces and nephews.
     Services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. at C oncord Baptist Church i n Monticello. Burial was in the Concord cemetery.
     Trimier-Jackson Funeral Services was in charge of arrangements.
     
Morgan, Sue Tollerson
Jackson Progress Argus 20 May 1976
Mrs. Morgan Died Friday In Atlanta
     Mrs. Sue Tollerson Morgan of Jenkinsburg died Friday, May 14th, at the Crawford W. Long Memorial Hospital in Atlanta.
     Born in Butts County, she was a member of the Methodist Church. She was a member of the Hillpatrick Chapter Order of Eastern Star.
     Funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon at two o'clock in McDonald Chapel, Griffin, with the Rev. James Jackson officiating. Burial was in Mount Olive Baptist Church cemetery in Molena.
     Mrs. Morgan is survived by her husband, Thomas Harry Morgan; three sons, Harry E. Morgan and Irwing Banks of Michigan; Harold M. Morgan of Jenkinsburg; one sister, Mrs. Bertha Mae Thompson of Morrow; and one brother, James Tollerson of Locust Grove.

Morgan, Thomas Harry
Jackson Progress Argus 04 Aug 1977
Monday Rites Were Held For T. H. Morgan
     Funeral services for Thomas Harry Morgan, of Jenkinsburg, were held Monday at 11 a.m. in the chapel of McDonald Funeral Home, with the Rev. Harry Shepherd officiating. Mr. Morgan died Thursday, July 28, at his Butts County residence.
     A native of Molena, he had lived in Jenkinsburg for the past five years. He was a member of the Ringgold Masonic Lodge No. 90 and a member of the Hill Patrick Order of the Eastern Star, Chapter 441. Mr. Morgan was a retired employee of Lockheed Company.
     He is survived by three sons, Harold M. Morgan, of Jenkinsburg, Harry E. Morgan, of Livonia, Mich., and Ervin Morgan, of Kalamazoo, Mich.; a brother, L. B. Morgan, of St. Petersburg, Fla.; 15 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
     Interment was in the Mount Olive Baptist Church Cemetery near Molena.

Morgan, Thurman Roscoe
Jackson Progress Argus 24 May 1995
     Thurman Roscoe Morgan, 77, of Flovilla died Tuesday, May 16.
     A memorial service was held in Tucker. Mr. Morgan was a native of Bibb County, a former resident of Tucker, and was retired from Exxon.
     Survivors include son, Russell Morgan of Flovilla, sisters, Mallie Frizier of Dacula, Ruth Frazier of Clarkston; brother, Dewey L. Morgan of Tucker; three grandchildren and a great grandson; and several nieces and nephews.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Morgan, Trellis
Jackson Progress Argus 04 Nov 1977
Mrs. Morgan Buried Nov. 4 In McDonough
     Funeral services for Mrs. Trellis Morgan of McDonough, who died November 2nd, were, conducted November 4th at two o'clock from Sardis Baptist Church with the Rev. W. A. Gafford and Rev. W. N. Tarleton officiating. Interment was in the, church cemetery.
     Mrs. Morgan is survived by three daughters, Mrs. James Cardell of McDonough, Mrs. John Wesley Cook of Jackson, Mrs. Litson Johnson of Augusta; a son, Houston Morgan of McDonough ; a brother, Oscar Stroud of Jackson; 13 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
     Grandsons served as pallbearers.

Morgan, Vera
Jackson Progress Argus 02 Jan 1969
Christmas Eve Attack Leaves Woman Dead
     A Negro woman, Vera Morgan, about 50, of Route 2, Jackson, was discovered by her husband, Benjamin Morgan, brutally beaten to death from severe head injuries December 24th at their home on Route 42 South, near the intersection of the Watkins Park and Pool Road.
     Investigation into the case is being continued by Butts County Deputy Sheriff Barney Wilder and Georgia Bureau of Investigation Agent Howard Bray. According to Deputy Wilder, the woman was discovered shortly after noon on Christmas Eve in the dining room of their home by her husband. He summoned an ambulance and she was rushed to Sylvan Grove Hospital where she was pronounced dead on arrival by Dr. Jack R. Newman, Butts County Coroner. Mr. Wilder said the woman had been severely beaten about the head with a hammer and brick which were found at the scene with the dining room described by Mr. Wilder as being a "mess." Deputy Wilder said the Woman was found fully dressed.
     Several lab tests are being made, Deputy Wilder revealed, which when the results are known could possibly lead to an early solution of the case.

Morgan, William A.
Jackson Progress-Argus m Nov 14, 1940
W. A. Morgan Dies Monday At Hawkinsville
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. Fred H, Morgan and family were sorry to hear of the death of Mr. Morgan's father, Mr. W. A. Morgan, 84 years of age, which occurred Monday at 4 p. m. at his home in Hawkinsville. The aged citizen bad been seriously sick for two weeks.
     Mr. Morgan was born and reared in Jasper county but moved to Pulaski county thirty or forty years ago and was one of that region's successful farmers.
     He is survived by his wife and four sons, Fred H. Morgan, Jackson; Andrew Morgan, Hillsboro; Charlie Pate Morgan, Pineview and LeRoy Morgan, Hawkinsville; and several grandchildren.
     Funeral services were held near Hawkinsville.

Morgan, William Hueston
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Nov 1993
     William Hueston Morgan of McDonough died Wed., Nov. 17.
     Funeral services were held Thurs., Nov. 18, in the chapel of Rainer Funeral Home in McDonough with Rev. Preston Bridges officiating. Interment was in Sardis Baptist Church cemetery.
     Survivors include wife Ann O'Neal Morgan; daughters and sons-in-law Ted and Jody Ebert of Warner Robins and George and June Overton of Morrow; son and daughter-in-law Dan and Mary Morgan of Lake Oswego, Oregon; sisters Sarah Cook of Jackson and Elizabeth Johnson of Martinez; sister-in-law Ruby Morgan of McDonough; brother-in-law James Cardell of McDonough; five grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
     Rainer-Carmichael Inc. was in charge of arrangements.
Morris, A. F., Mrs.
Jackson Progress-Argus, June 5, 1952
Mrs. Morris Died at Tennille Home
     Friends of Mrs. Mattie L. Chapman Alteri sympathize with her in the death of her mother, Mrs. A. F. Morris, which occurred May 27 at her home in Tennille after a year;s illness.
     Survivors in addition to Mrs. Alteri are sons, A. L. Morris of Wadley, Henry Morris, Tennille; daughters, Mrs. Eunice Morris of Savannah; Mrs. J. W. Woodall of Texas; Mrs. J. W. Brown of Greensboro, N. C.; several grandchildren.
     Funeral services were held Thursday at 3:30 p.m. at the Baptist church in Tennille. Burial was in Cedar cemetery in Tennille.

Morris, A. H.
Jackson Progress Argus July 4, 1930
Mr. A. H. Morris Passes at Riverdale, Alabama
     Jackson and Butts county friends were sorry to hear of the death of Mr. A H. Morris, 77 years of age, which occurred Sunday morning at his home in Riverdale, Ala.
     Until a few month ago Mr. Morris was a resident of Butts county having been employed by the Southern Railway System as a telegrapher. He served for several years at the Pepperton block office, later being transferred to Sandy and his latest connection was at Jenkinsburg. He had been with the Southern for a period of 25 years and previous to that time was connected with the Central of Georgia Railroad, being chief dispatcher at one time. He was a man of splendid education and recognized ability in railroad work and during his residence her made many friends.
     He is survived by his daughter, Mrs. Joel H. Miller of Hawkinsville; three sons, O. B. Morris, Riverdale, Ala.; Mercer Morris of Columbus, Ga. and John E. Morris, Dawson.
     The body was taken to Macon Monday morning and services were held at 11:45, with interment in Riverside cemetery.
               
Morris, Charles J.
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Nov 1961
Interment Sunday At Pepperton for Charles J. Morris
     Graveside services for Mr. Charles J. Morris, .85, who died at the Griffin-Spalding County Hospital early Saturday morning, were conducted at Pepperton Cemetery Sunday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock with the Rev. Eddie C. Morgan officiating. Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Morris was born and reared in Upson County and had lived in Griffin for the past 15 years, making his home with his daughter, Mrs. Robert L. Harris on Ellis Road.
     Survivors include his son, Joe T. Morris; three daughters, Mrs. Robert L. Harris and Mrs. Jesse I. Grimsley, both of Griffin; Mrs. J. F. Powell, Rock Hill, S. C.

Morris, Curtis Levoid
Jackson Progress Argus 02 May 1984
     Curtis Levoid Morris, 57 of Route 5, Jackson, died Thursday, at his residence.
     Mr. Morris was employed with Ryder Truck Lines for the past 36 years.
     Survivors include his wife, Betty Marie Dollar Morris of Jackson; sons, Jimmy Lane Morris of Morrow, Tony Curtis Morris of Jonesboro, and Kenny Ray Morris of College Park; five grandchildren; mother, Ilava H. Morris of LaGrange; sisters, Louise Phillips of Riverdale, Betty Jo Earl of Sharpsburg; brothers, Olan Morris of Chicago, Ill., and Leon Morris of Columbus; several nieces and nephews.
     Services were held Saturday at 11 a.m. at Mount Vernon Baptist Church with the Rev. Eddie Morgan officiating. Burial was in the Hillview Annex Cemetery in LaGrange.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.
     
Morris, D. E .
Jackson Progress Argus 31 Aug 1950
Mrs. Harris Loses Brother By Death
     Mr. D. E. Morris, aged 57, brother of Mrs. W. N. Harris of Jackson, died in a hospital in Jackson, Miss., August 18 after an illness of three months. Mr. Morris was chief of Guards at the Veterans Hospital in that city. He was well known and loved by everyone who knew him. He was an active member of the Methodist church.
     He is survived by his wife, one daughter, four sons, two grandsons, one sister and one brother.
     Burial was in Lakewood memorial Park with Masonic rites at the graveside.
     Mrs. Harris attended her brother's funeral and is still in Jackson, Miss., but will return home soon.

Morris, Eddie Lee
Jackson Progress Argus 30 Dec 1976
Services For Eddie L. Morris Held Monday
     Funeral services for Mr. Eddie Lee Morris, 61, of 506 E. Third Street, were conducted December 27th at three o'clock from the Second Baptist Church. The Rev. A. L. Price and Rev. Hoyt McGhee officiated with interment in Pepper ton Cemetery.
     Mr. Morris died December 25th at Sylvan Grove Hospital after being a patient there for one day.
     Born May 15, 1915 in Douglas County, he was son of the late Eddie L. Morris and the late Mollie Hallman Morris. He was a local painter.
     Mr. Morris is survived by his wife, Mrs. Edith Morris of Jackson; three sisters, Mrs. Freddie Keaton of Douglas, Mrs. Lizzie Smith of Villa Rica, and Mrs. Vina Robbins of Douglasville; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Harold Maddox, Bobby Strickland, Jimmy Smith, R. L. Jackson, John Smith, and Randall Keaton.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Morris, Edith Clayton
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Jan 1990
     Edith Clayton Morris, 73, formerly of 157 Oakland Circle, Jackson, died Jan. 16 at Hilltop Nursing Home in Monroe County where she had been a patient since Dec. 27, 1989.
     The funeral was held Friday at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with the Rev. James Burleson and the Rev. A. L. Price officiating. Burial was in the Pepperton Cemetery.
     Mrs. Morris was born in Putnam County, daughter of Alvin Edward Clayton and Bessie Ethel Thackel Clayton.
     She was the widow of Eddie Lee Morris. She came to Jackson from Augusta in 1963 and was retired from Thomaston Mills in Griffin.
     Survivors include two sisters, Ruth Emory and Mary Hoard, both of Jackson, and several nephews and nieces.
     Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Morris, Elizabeth Ida McElroy
  Butts County Progress March 3, 1911
Mrs. Lizzie Morris Died Suddenly Monday Morning
     Stricken suddenly Mrs. Lizzy Morris died at her home near Indian Springs Monday morning at four o'clock. She visited her sister in Monroe county Sunday and returned home apparently in the best of health. During the night she was stricken and lived but a short time. Death was due to apoplexy.
     Mrs. Morris, who before marriage was a Miss McLeroy, was a woman of many noble traits of character and numbered her friends by the score. She is survived by her mother, three sons and one daughter; three brothers and two sisters.
     The funeral took place at the Elder Cemetery at Indian Springs Saturday morning at 10:00 o'clock.

Morris, Erwin Carl, Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 01 Feb 1968
E. C. Morris Sr. Was Victim Of Heart Attack
     Mr. Erwin Carl Morris Sr., 71, of Locust Grove, widely known Henry County farmer and father of Mrs. William T. Nelson of Jackson, died January 23rd at his home of an apparent heart attack about two o'clock in the afternoon.
     A native of Spalding County, Mr. Morris Was son of the late Mr. Flex Stanley Morris and Mrs. Zula Gray Morris. He was a member of the Berea Christian Church near Hampton.
     Funeral services were conducted Thursday afternoon, January 25th, at three o'clock at the Berea Christian Church in Hampton with the Rev. Victor Whited and Rev. Robert Thompson officiating. Interment was in the McDonough Cemetery with D. T. Carmichael & Son in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Morris is survived by his wife, the former Ruby Kate Gardner; one daughter, Mrs. William T. Nelson of Jackson; one son Chief Petty Officer E. C. Morris Jr., U. S. Navy, New London, Conn.; two sisters, Mrs. L. A. Everette and Mrs. A. A. Ballard, Luella; five grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were L. H. Maddox, William Harris, Toney Phillips, Phil Henley, Buck Bowden, James Barnes.
     Honorary pallbearers were elders of the Berea Christian Church.

Morris, Harmon
  The Jackson Progress-Argus July 8, 1921
Young Man Drowns While Seining July 4.
     Harmon Morris, Barnesville citizen, met death in water while celebrating the Fourth of July.
     While seining below the dam at High Falls Monday, July 4, Harmon Morris, of Barnesville, suddenly stepped into deep water and was drowned. It was stated he stepped off a rock, on which he had been standing, and went down in deep water. A member of the party who went to his assistance had a close call. The body was later recovered and taken to Barnesville. The body, it was reported, was found lodged under a rock.
     A number of Butts county citizens were at High Falls for the Fourth of July celebration and witnessed the accident.
     Mr. Morris was the son of Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Morris, of Barnesville. He was a recent graduate of the sixth district A. & M. School, a member of the Methodist church and held in high esteem. He is survived by his parents and a sister, Miss Edna Morris.

Morris, Hugh
Jackson Progress-Argus, May 22, 1947.
Father Mrs. Bond, Hugh Morris, 42,Highway Victim.
     McDonough, Ga., May 17 The body of Hugh Morris, 42, who was found dead just before midnight May 15 on a highway near Griffin, was brought to his home south of McDonough Friday. Funeral services were held Saturday with interment in McDonough cemetery. The Rev. Harry Wood of the Methodist church officiated.
     An inquest was held Friday at the Haisten Funeral Home in Griffin. Mr. Morris suffered a heavy blow on the head and eye, testimony indicated. Both legs were broken and the body was badly bruised. It appeared to have been run over by a car. A pickup truck was parked nearby.
     Mr. Morris, a farmer, was the manager of the farms and peach orchards of his sister, Mrs. Cleo Everett, of Luella. He is survived by his wife; one daughter, Mrs. J. T. Bond of Jackson; two sisters, Mrs. A. V. Ballard of Hampton and Mrs. Cleo Everett of Luella; one brother Erwin Morris, of Locust Grove.
     
Morris, Hugh Harold
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Oct 1957
Hugh Morris, Former Resident, Buried Monday
     Last rites for Hugh Morris, 40, of Montgomery, Ala., were held Monday afternoon from the Memory Chapel of that city.
     A former resident of Jackson where he was engaged in business with his brother, Joe, he was married to the former Gwendolyn McMichael, daughter of Mr. Joe McMichael and the late Mrs. McMichael.
     Death came to the young businessman Saturday morning as the result of a heart attack, following a brief illness.
     Survivors include his wife; two sons, Joe Mac and Billy Morris; brother, Joe Morris, Columbus, Ga.; and two sisters in North Carolina.
     Attending the funeral services from Jackson were Miss Elizabeth McMtchael, Mrs. V. H. Ham and Mr. Joe McMichael.

Moss, Ida
Jackson Progress-Argus 27 Nov 1941
Miss Ida Moss Passes in Atlanta Early Wednesday
     The death of Miss Ida Most, which occurred early Wednesday morning in an Atlanta hospital, was a shock to her friends and business associates in Jackson. She had been ill since Sunday and was carried to Atlanta Tuesday after her condition became critical. Peritonitis was given as the cause of death.
     Miss Moss was Well known in business circles and came to Jackson a number of years ago from Henry county. For the past several years she has been head of two department stores operating under the name of Busy Corner Nos. 1 and 2. She also was the proprietor of the Busy Corner Beauty Shoppe. She was always kind and considerate of her employees, and was noted for her honesty and uprightness in her business transactions.
     Miss Moss was a member of the Jackson Methodist church.
     She is survived by two brothers, Gus Moss of Columbus and G. D. Moss of Jackson; three sisters, Misses Mae and Clifford Moss of Jackson and Mrs. Bracewell of Atlanta; three nieces, Miss Henrietta Moss of Knoxville, Tenn., Mrs. Sam Smith of Huntsville, Ara., Mrs Frank Williams of Atlanta; a nephew, Master Dayton Moss of Jackson.
     Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Thornton Funeral Homes.

Morris, J. T.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus March 25, 1921
Mr. J. T. Morris Claimed By Death.
     The death of Mr. James T. Morris, 50 years of age, occurred at the home of his sister, Mrs. Tom Hinton, near Jenkinsburg, Saturday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock. Bright's disease was given as the cause of death.
     A native of Newton county, Mr. Morris has resided at Jenkinsburg but a few months. He was a member of the Masonic Order and was generally well liked. Mr. Morris is survived by a sister, Mrs. Tom Hinton, of Jenkinsburg, and a brother, Mr. W. B. Morris, of Covington.
     Funeral services were conducted at Red Oak church, Newton county, Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. Mr. Pittman, of Monroe, Ga., officiating. Newton Factory lodge of Masons conducted the service at the grave.

Morris, James M.
  The Jackson Argus October 21, 1898
Suicides.
J. M. Morris, a Prominent Farmer, Shoots Himself.
     News reached the city Wednesday afternoon of the suicide of James M. Morris, of Towaliga district, and caused much concern among the people here who Morris to be a clever and good-hearted citizen. It was hoped that the alarm was false, but later advices confirmed the story.
     Wednesday afternoon Morris and his family, consisting of wife and two boys, were picking cotton. About three o'clock Morris told his wife that he believed he would go to Jackson, a distance of about six miles from his home.
     "I will go to the house," he said, "and if I decide not to go I will come back and go to picking cotton."
     He had been gone only a short time when two gun reports, about one minute apart, rang out. Immediately Mrs. Morris went home and on the front veranda found her husband laying on a pile of cotton with the whole top of his head blown away and a double-barreled shot gun between his legs. From the surroundings it is surmised that the first discharge went through the veranda roof, and that Morris then held the muzzle of the gun between his eyes and pulled the trigger.
     Powder burns on the fingers give color to this theory. A piece of the skull as large as the palm of the hand was found six feet away and brains and pieces of the head were found scattered about over the house and yard for ten feet around. It was a ghastly picture which confronted the wife who fell across the prostrate form where she was found by W. D. Compton, the first one of the neighbors to arrive.
     The coroner was notified and reached the place late in the afternoon and held an inquest with the following result:
     We the jury find from the evidence before us that J. M. Morris came to his death by shot from a double barreled gun in his own hands.
R. M. Fletcher, Foreman. D. N. Carmichael, W. D. Compton, J. W. Fletcher, R. B. Harkness, P. R. Watkins.
     The suicide is a mystery in so far as concerns the motive back of it. There is some evidence that Mr. Morris's mind was in a very unsettled state and the most generally accepted theory is that in a fit of temporary insanity the rash act was committed. He had just come in possession of a home by sale of lands belonging to the Collins estate and it was thought that he had every reason for happiness and congratulation, but in the human breast there surges troubles unseen by the world, and so it was in this case.

Morris, James Richard
  The Jackson Argus November 27, 1908
     James Morris, who lived on the edge of Monroe county, passed away Tuesday after a long illness, and was buried Wednesday morning at Indian Spring, Rev. W. O. Sharp officiating.
     
Morris, Joe
Jackson Progress Argus 10 Jul 1958
Joe Morris Died on Montgomery, Ala., Visit
     His many friends in Butts county will regret to hear of the death last month of Joe Morris, former Jackson resident and grocery store owner, which occurred while he was visiting in the home of Mrs. Hugh Morris of Montgomery, Ala.
     Funeral services and interment was in Ellaville Sunday, June 15.
     His home was in Columbus. Survivors are his wife and two daughters, Mrs. Dudley Hardee, Brownsville, Texas, and Mrs. Harry Taylor, Fernandina, Fla.; two sisters and one brother.
     Several Butts county friends attended the funeral.

Morris, John Franklin
Jackson Progress Argus 25 Sep 1985
     John Franklin Morris, 60, of Roberts Point Road, Jackson Lake, died Thursday following several months of declining health.
     Mr. Morris had lived in Butts County since 1967. He was owner-operator of Morris Tire Co., a veteran of World War II, and a member of the Second Baptist Church of College Park.
     Survivors include his wife, Editha Ellington Morris; mother, Jane Morris, of College Park; son, Johnny Morris of Jackson; daughter, Barbara Brock of College Park;
grandchildren, John David Morris of Jackson and Russell Grey Brock and Robin Marie
Brock, both of College Park; several nieces.
     The funeral was held Saturday at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with the Rev. Don Folsom officiating. Burial was in the Jackson cemetery.
     Pallbearers were Frank McMichael, Gay McMichael, Ted McMichael, Jim Brewer; Auze Dover, and Arvel Cupp.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Morris, Joseph C.
Jackson Progress Argus Aug 1985
     Joseph C. Joseph C. Morris Jr., 54, of Tampa, Fla., formerly of McDonough, died Sept. 22 in a Tampa hospital.
     Mr. Morris, an electronics technician, is survived by his wife, Dorothy; a Son, Joseph C. Morris III of Tampa; daughter, Dianna Smith of Valrico, Fla.; brothers, Carlton Morris of Jackson, Carl Morris of McDonough, and Jim Morris of Warrington; sister, Mary Faith of College Park; and one grandchild.
     The funeral was held Sept. 25 in Tampa. Burial was in the Hillsboro Memorial Gardens in Tampa.

Morris, Julia J.
Jackson Progress Argus 10 Mar 1977
Mrs. Morris Was Buried On March
     Funeral services for Mrs. Julia J. Morris, of McDonough, were held Tuesday, March 1, at 3:30 o'clock from the Carmichael Memorial Chapel in McDonough. The Rev. Donald L. Folsom, pastor of the Jackson First Baptist Church, officiated and interment was in the McDonough City cemetery under the direction of D. T. Carmichael & Son, Inc.
     Mrs. Morris died Sunday, February 27th, at the Westbury Nursing Home in Jenkinsburg.
     Survivors are daughters, Mrs. Mary Malock, College Park; Mrs. W. F. Morris, McDonough; sons, Carlton Morris, Jackson; J. T. and Carl Morris, of McDonough; Joe Morris. Tampa, Fla.; 20 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Morris, Luther Albert
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Jul 1983
Conyers Man Is Victim
     The second victim of a June 28 fatal boating accident was recovered from Jackson Lake Thursday afternoon about 5:30.
     The body of Luther Albert Morris, 45, of Conyers was discovered by divers from the Cobb County Police Department in water about 70 feet deep.
     Sheriff Billy Leverette said Morris body was found in "about the same spot" as that of Glenn David Williams who also died following the collision of their small fishing boat with a bass boat about � mile above the dam. Williams was also from Conyers.
     The driver of the bass boat, M. D. Leatherwood of Hampton, was not injured in the accident which occurred about 9:30 p. m.
     Both Williams and Morris were thrown from their boat by the impact, and dragging and diving operations by the Butts County Rescue Squad began a short while later.
     The body of Williams was recovered on July 1. Leverette said the Cobb divers who located Morris' body were assisted by teams from the Fulton and Spalding fire departments.

Morris, Mary Irene Turner
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Jan 1980
Morris Rites Held Wednesday
     Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Irene Turner Morris of Williamson were held Wednesday morning at 11 o'clock in the chapel of Pittman-Rawls Funeral Home in Griffin with the Rev. Lannie Smith and the Rev. H. B. Duling, Jr. officiating. Interment was in the Zebulon United Methodist cemetery.
     Mrs. Morris, a former resident of Zebulon and lifelong resident of Pike County, died Sunday night at the Brightmoor Medical Care Home where she had been a patient for eight months. She was a member of the Zebulon United Methodist Church.
     Survivors include five daughters, Mrs. Alice Kimbell of Jackson, Mrs. Hazel Jones of Williamson, Mrs. Betty Gilbert of Rome, Mrs. Sara McKnight of San Jacinta, Calif. and Mrs. Ann Rumbaugh of Torrance, Calif.; two sons, Wallace Brandenburg of Griffin and Hewlett Brandenburg of Rodeo, Calif.; two sisters, Mrs. Fairy O'Dell of Griffin and Mrs. Mattie Turner of Baltimore, Md.; 12 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
     Pittman-Rawls Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Morris, Mattie Steger
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Feb 1982
     Mrs. Mattie Steger Morris, 82, of 567 McDonough Road, Jackson, died Monday morning at the Westbury Medical Care Home in Jenkinsburg where she had lived for the past four and one-half years.
     Mrs. Morris was born in Pike County, the daughter of the late Oscar Steger and Emma Rucher Steger. She was the widow of Hugh Gray Morris and was a member of the Jackson United Methodist Church.
     Survivors are one daughter, Mrs. Reba M. Jinks of Jackson; two grandchildren, Mrs. Carole Ridgeway of Jackson and Hugh Bond of Monticello; two great-grandchildren, Stacey and Matt Ridgeway of Jackson. Several nieces and nephews also survive.
     Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at 3:00 in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with Rev. Dean Head and Rev. Donald Gray officiating.
     Pallbearers were Hugh Bond, Bub Ridgeway, Harold English, Ted Ballard, Jimmy Cochran, Bill Nelson, Jr.
     Arrangements were under the direction of Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson.

Morris, Oliver W.
Jackson Progress Argus 04 Apr 1968
Brother Jackson Men Was Killed In Atlanta Friday
     Oliver W. Morris, 29, of Atlanta, brother of W. C. Morris and .Wayne Morris of Jackson, was attacked and fatally injured at his home Friday afternoon about one o'clock by a man being held by East Point police and listed as Charles Jerry Harris, 33,
of Alabama.
     According to information received from local relatives of the deceased, Mr. Morris and Mr. Harris had had a previous argument but on the same day of his death the alleged assailant and a girl friend visited Mr. Morris on a mission to resolve their
differences. During the course of the visit Mr. Morris walked into the kitchen when Mr. Harris allegedly struck him from behind in the head with a claw hammer which wound is believed to have been the fatal blow. Evidence indicates that Mr. Harris continued to beat Mr. Morris about the face and head and he is believed to have struck him a blow over the heart with the hammer that broke several ribs. Mr. Morris succumbed to his injuries about five o'clock at a nearby hospital. The injured man was discovered by his wife when she returned home during her lunch period.
     Funeral services for Mr. Morris were conducted Monday after at two o'clock from the
Shelving Rock Baptist Church near Sylacauga with interment at Green Acres.
     Mr. Morris is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Kelly Morris of Sylacauga, Ala.: his wife, Mrs. Mabel M. Morris of Atlanta; four brothers, W. C. Morris and Wayne Morris, both of Jackson; R. L. Morris, Vincent, Ala.; Jack Morris, Sylacauga; three sisters, Mrs. Betty Floyd, Mrs. Eunice Martin, and Miss Rita Morris, all of Sylacauga; several nieces and nephews.

Morris, Sallie Shaw
Jackson Progress-Argus 1 Jan 1942
Mrs. C. J. Morris Claimed by Death
       Mrs. C. J. Morris, 66 years of age, died at her home near the Knowles Filling Station on Route 72, at 4:30 Wednesday afternoon, December 24.
     A native of Monroe county, she was the former Miss Sallie Shaw, and had resided in Butts county for several years. Mrs. Morris was a member of the Baptist church.
     Surviving are her husband and four daughters, Mrs. Henry Wilson of Jackson; Mrs. J. I.Grimesley of Brooks; Mr. R. L. Harris of Experiment and Mrs. G. F. Powell of Rock Hill, S. C ; one son, Joe Morris, of Brooks, Ga.
     Funeral services were held Friday afternoon at the Pepperton church with the Rev. L. L. Minton officiating. Burial was in the Pepperton cemetery with Thornton Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements.

Morris, Thomas J.
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Aug 1956
Collision Sunday On Rt. 16, West, Kills Tom Morris
     Thomas J. Morris, widely known farmer of the Towaliga community, was instantly killed early Sunday evening in a collision of two cars on the Griffin-Jackson highway, Route 16, near his home.
     Mr. Morris became Butts County's sixth traffic fatality of the year when his automobile was struck preparatory to making a turn off the Griffin highway by a car occupied by Negro ball players returning home from a baseball game in Jackson.
     Several Negroes were injured but none were thought to be in serious shape. The Butts county farmer was believed to have been instantly killed by the impact according to those who reached the scene first.
     Funeral services for Mr. Morris, a native of Spalding county, were held Tuesday at 2:30 p. m. at the County Line Church with Rev. G. A. Briggs officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery.
     Mr. Morris was the son of Alonzo Morris and Mrs. Ida Folds Morris, both deceased, and had lived in Butts county all his life.
     Survivors are two sisters, Mrs. Collier Boggs of Griffin, and Mrs. Addie Mae Richardson, Chatam, Ala.; one brother, Edwin Morris, New Haven, Conn.
     Pallbearers were Dean Patrick, T. J. Collins, T. T. Patrick, Julian Compton, Lovett Fletcher, and Fletcher Compton. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Peacock and Ball Funeral Home.

Morris, Willis
  Georgia Argus June 25, 1889
A Sad Death
     It is indeed with sadness that peer the announcement of the horrible death of Mr. Willis Morris. For two years Mr. Morris had been a conductor on the Louisville & Nashville railroad between Birmingham and Montgomery. On Wednesday night at 9:30 o'clock he was arranging to start go out on his regular run, and on account of a misplaced switch he was caught between the tender of an engine and a passenger coach and his head crushed into pulp. He fell to the ground and died without moving a muscle. Is remains were brought to this county on Thursday and on Friday they were laid away in Sandy Creek cemetery, Rev. E. M. Hooten conducting the burial services. Besides his young wife he was accompanied by Messrs. W. C. Rabb and H. McDough, fellow conductors, and Mr. W. H. Jones, a friend. It can well be said that Mr. Morris was a good man, and his friends were as all who knew him. He was an honored member of the Order of Railway Conductors, of which Mr. W. C. Rabb, who accompanied the remains, is chief of the Birmingham division.
     Two weeks ago Mr. Morris was happily married to Miss Lizzie Newton of this county, but was allowed but a few days of wedded bliss. We trust that he who tempers the winds to the shorn lamb will console the bereaved ones in this their hour of deep sorrow. He leaves a young wife and one sister, Mrs. T. L. Williams, and a widowed mother in Jackson and a sister at Concord, besides numerous friends to mourn his tragic and untimely death.

Morrison, Eulalia Gibbs
  Middle Georgia Argus August 5, 1892
The Saddest Of All.
     The saddest duty we have ever been called upon to perform within our long journalistic career is to mention the death of Mrs. Eulalia Morrison, which occurred at 5:30 on Sunday morning of the ***. To say that it cast a gloom of sadness over the entire community would be putting it indeed mildly.
     In her two years residence in our town she has ingratiated herself into the love of everyone, for none knew her but to love her. She always had a smile and a pleasant word for every one she met.
     She was a leading, devoted and influential member of the Baptist church and Sunday school, and her christian life and example shed a hale of sweet influence over the world at all times. In these her place can not be filled.
     Three years ago, last March she, lost her devoted husband and was left with four little children, one boy and three girls, the oldest is only six years old and the youngest not yet three. To these, her mother, two sisters and brother-in-law we extend our very warmest condolence in this day of deepest sorrow.
     Her remains were laid to rest in Jackson cemetery on Monday, after the most appropriate funeral ceremonies at the Baptist church, conducted by the Pastors of the Baptist and Methodist churches.
     It is indeed too sad to write of this good lady's death. We knew her spirit is in heaven, and we can say no more. God bless her memory.

Morrison, Henry Clay, Dr.
Jackson Progress Argus 26 Mar 1942
Dr. H. C. Morrison, Religious Leader, Taken By Death
     News has been received here of the death in a Louisville, Ky., hospital Wednesday of Dr. Henry Clay Morrison, 86 years of age, internationally famous evangelist, editor and religious leader. None of the details was available as the Progress Argus went to press.
     Funeral services will be in Louisville, arrangements to be announced later.
     President of Asbury College, WiImore, Ky., editor of the Pentecostal Herald, life leader at the Indian Springs camp ground, Dr. Morrison was a stalwart figure in the field of religion and constructive thought. For many years he was a beloved leader at the Indian Springs camp ground and deeply impressed the throngs who attended by able, fearless and thought-provoking gospel sermons. The trustees had honored him with life leadership and he was scheduled to head the workers at the 1942 assembly at Indian Springs.
     
Morrison, Levi Willis
  The Jackson Argus August 29, 1902
     Surrounded by those nearest and dearest to him, the long and well spent life of Mr. L. W. Morrison quietly and sweetly passed away at his home at Colliers last Sunday. The silvery locks and slow steps told that the meridian of life had long been passed, and each year but added its weight to the bowed shoulders once so proud and strong. How beautiful and encouraging to the living is the retrospection of such a correct and useful life. Mr. Morrison was well known and beloved in this city, where he had spent the past year with his daughters, Mrs. Asa H. Smith and Mrs. J. H. Settle. He was eighty-six years old, and had always been a most exemplary and useful citizen, and his death is a loss to the section of the county with which he has been so strongly identified. He leaves two daughters, Mrs. Asa H. Smith and Mrs. J. B. Settle, with several grandchildren and hosts of friends to mourn his loss. The remains were interred at the family burying ground near his home, last Monday morning. He was the grandfather of Willis, Felicia and Ezra Morrison, of Jackson, who live with their aunt, Mrs. C. R. Gresham. To the sorrowing loved ones The Argus extends heartfelt sympathy.

The Jackson Argus September 12, 1902
Mr. L. W. Morrison.
Eternal Taps Sounded for a Veteran of Two Wars.
From the Atlanta Constitution.
     On the 24th day of August last at the home of F. B. Wilson, at Collier, Ga., near his old home in Monroe County, Ga., Mr. Levi W. Morrison, the oldest citizen of Monroe county, passed away. He had been in feeble health fore some time and about four weeks previous to his death he was confined to his bed.
     Mr. Morrison ("Uncle Willis") was born in Elbert county, Georgia, on November 30, 1817. His father, Ezra Morrison, moved with his family to Monroe county, in the year 1824 and settled near what is now Collier, Ga., six miles west of Forsyth, where Mr. L. W. Morrison lived all his life. He married Miss Matilda Hansford, of Monroe county. Three children were born, two daughters and one son. The mother of the son died several years previous. The two daughters, Mrs. Mollie Smith and Mrs. Willie Settle reside in Jackson, Ga.
     Mr. Morrison was a highly esteemed citizen and his house was always open to his friends, they being many. He did not profess any religion and never joined any church. He, like his father, believed in Universalism.
     He was a veteran of two wars, one in 186, the Indian war in South Georgia and Florida, and the late Civil War. He was one of the first to enlist. He belonged to the First Georgia Regiment, Company K, Quitman Guards, and first went to Fort Pickens, Pensacola, Fla. From there he went to West Virginia and served under General Garnett and was in what is known as the famous Laurel Hill retreat, where they had to cut their way through laurel and briars three days without food. He served out his time in the First Georgia and came home looking after his farm and taking care of the soldiers' wives. Afterwards he joined the state troops and he followed General Sherman to Savannah and over into South Carolina. He was buried at his old homestead.

Morrison, Willis G.
Jackson Progress Argus 26 Aug 1954
W. G. Morrison Passed Tuesday In Daytona, Fla.
    The death of Willis G. Morrison, 69, native Jackson citizen but for many years a resident of Daytona Beach, Fla., occurred in a Daytona hospital Tuesday morning as the result of several months' illness.
    Funeral services were to be held Thursday at 4 p. m. in Daytona Beach. Mr. and Mrs. M. O. McCord and other Jackson relatives planned to attend the rites.
    Son of the late Mr. and Ezra Morrison, Mr. Morrison served a long connection with the Jackson Mercantile Company. After his marriage to the former Miss Irvin Johnson he established a business at Daytona Beach. As a young man he was active in the National Guard and retained an abiding interest in Jackson which he visited the past summer.
    In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Willis Morrison Jr.; two sisters, Mrs. M. O. McCord Sr. and Mrs. J. T. Pittman; two aunts, Mrs. J. L. Lyons and Mrs. J. B. Settle, both of Jackson.
          
Morrow, Gus
  Butts County Progress September 25, 1914
Death Of Gus Morrow Occurred In Jonesboro
     Butts county friends were surprised and shocked to learn of the death of Hon. J. A. Morrow which occurred at Jonesboro Saturday afternoon. He was sick but two days and death was due to pneumonia.
     Mr. Morrow was one of Georgia's best newspaper men. He was editor of papers in Jonesboro and Griffin and was Spanish-American war correspondent for The Atlanta Constitution. During the recent campaign he was secretary of the Slaton campaign committee and did much effective work for Governor Slaton.
     The funeral and interment was at Jonesboro Monday.

Morton, David
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Mar 1977
Inmate Is Found Hanged At Prison
     According to Butts County Coroner John Sherrell, an inmate was found hanged in his cell March 19 at the Georgia Diagnostic and Classification Center in Butts County.
     The man was identified as David Morton, 44, of Sylvania. Georgia.
     Sherrell said the director of the State Crime Lab, Dr. Larry Howard, examined the body and that an inquest will be held in Jackson at a later date to determine the cause of death.
     According. to Sherrell, Thompson Funeral Home in Sylvania is handling funeral arrangements.

Morton, Edith Amelia
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Sep 1943
Funeral Rites Monday Edith Amelia Morton
     Friends of and Mrs. W. E. Morton extend sympathy in the death of their six-months-old daughter, Edith Amelia, which occurred at 5 o'clock Sunday afternoon at Egleston hospital. Death resulted from bronchial pneumonia.
     Funeral services were held at the home Monday afternoon with Rev. G. A. Briggs officiating. Burial was in Macedonia cemetery with Thornton Funeral Homes directing arrangements.
     The pallbearers were Olin Greer Sr., Olin Greer Jr., Horace Moore, Nevin Duffy.
     Besides her parents she is survived by three brothers, W. C. Morton Jr., Lamar and Thomas Morton; grandmother, Mrs. A. G. Preston, and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. G. R. Wilson of Greensboro.

Morton, Ethel Louise
Jackson Progress Argus 18 Mar 1981
Morton Rites Held Thursday
     Funeral services for Mrs. Ethel Louise Morton, 64, were held Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock in the Macedonia Baptist Church The Rev. Maxie Threatt and the Rev. Edgar Welch officiated and interment was in the church cemetery under the direction of Haisten Funeral Home.
     Mrs. Morton died Tuesday in a Macon. hospital. She was a member of the Macedonia Baptist Church and was a retired employee of Avondale Mills.
     Survivors include her husband, W.C. Morton, Sr. of Jackson; four sons, W. C. Morton, Jr. of Cairo, George Morton of Indianapolis, Inc., the Rev. Thomas W. Morton and Eugene Morton, both of Jackson; a brother, Leroy Wilson of Pollock, La. ; four sisters, Mrs. Emory Anderson of Sparta, Mrs. David Holcomb of White Plains, Mrs. Elvin Brooks of Union Point and Mrs. James Simpson of Siloam; seven grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were Larry Morgan, Russ Crumbley, Robert Reese, Buddy Anderson, Nevin Duffey, Roy Mitchell, Larry Allen and W. J. Horton.

Morton, Wellborn Carter, Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Jun 1981
Morton Rites Held Sunday
     Funeral services for Wellborn Carter Morton, Sr., 77, of Route 5, Brownlee Road, Jackson, were held Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson. The Rev. Maxie Threatt officiated and interment was in the Macedonia Baptist Church cemetery under the direction of Haisten Funeral Home.
     Mr. Morton died Friday in the Jasper Memorial Hospital at Monticello after a lengthy illness.
     He was a retired employee of the old Pepperton Cotton Mill in Jackson and was a member of the Macedonia Baptist Church. His wife, the late Ethel Wilson Morton, died in March of this year.
     Survivors include four sons, W. Carter Morton, Jr. of Cairo, George L. Morton of Indianapolis, Ind., the Rev. Thomas W. Morton and Eugene Morton. of Jackson; Two daughters, Mrs. Irene Hayes of Beach Grove, Ind. and Mrs. Alice Denny of Indianapolis, Ind.; a sister, Mrs. Edith Britton of Jackson; a brother, James Preston of Decatur; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Larry Morgan, Robert Reese, Buddy Anderson, Nevin Duffey, Roy Mitchell and Larry Allen.

Moseley, Destanie Lee
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Oct 88
     Destanie Lee Moseley, 2- year-old daughter of Melanie Rene Moseley of Route 1, Jack Maddox Road, Jackson, died Oct. 12 at Henrietta Egleston Hospital for Children in Atlanta.
     The funeral was held Saturday at 1 p.m. in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with the Rev. Stephen Hart officiating. Burial was in the Jackson cemetery.
     In addition to the mother, survivors include two sisters, Amy Jones and Tynea Moseley; grandparents, Judy and Lee Roy Bennett of Stockbridge and Hoyt and Debra Dobson of McDonough; great grandparents, Cliff and Charlotte Sims of Union City, Jo Frances Dobson of Stockbridge, and Frank Stephens; great-great-grandmother, Mary Smith; aunts and uncles.
     Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Moseley, Newt
Jackson Progress Argus 3 Feb 1955
Mrs. Cowan Loses Brother in Auto Accident Jan. 26
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. A. G. Cowan and family sympathize with them in the death of Mrs. Cowan's brother, Newt Moseley, which occurred in Emory University Hospital January 27 as the result of injuries suffered in an automobile accident on Highway 138 on Wednesday night.
     Funeral services were held Sunday at 2:30 in the Hemphill Presbyterian Church with the Rev. W. T. Satterwhite and the Rev. George A. Dameron officiating. Burial was in the Moseley cemetery.
     Survivors are his father, W. B. Moseley; seven sisters and one brother.

Moseley, W. B. (Ben)
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Sep 1956
Last Rites For Ben Moseley Were Held Thursday
    Funeral services for W. B. (Ben) Moseley, 86, of Stockbridge were held Thursday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock from Hemphill Memorial Church with the Rev. W. W. Satterwhite and Rev. George Dameron officiating. Interment was in the family cemetery.
Mr. Moseley was the father of Mrs. A. G. Cowan of Jackson.
    Survivors include a son, H. T. Moseley of Stockbridge; seven daughters, Mrs. A. G. Cowan of Jackson, Mrs. N. T. Saul and Mrs. C. L. Crumbley, Hapeville; Mrs. Lewis Wyatt, Mrs. Hoyt Richardson, and Mrs. Marvin Hammonds of Stockbridge; Mrs. J. H. Wood, Atlanta; two sisters, Mrs. Lelia Bowen, Stockbridge; Mrs. Ophelia Hammonds, Conyers; 15 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren.

Moser, Meredith Kay
Jackson Progress Argus 02 Sep 1987
     Meredith Kay Moser, 15, of Route 2, Robert Point Road, Jackson Lake, died Sunday morning at Henrietta Egleston Hospital in Atlanta from injuries sustained Aug. 21 in an automobile wreck.
     The funeral was held Tuesday at 3 p.m. in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with the Rev. Jim Bocian and the Rev. Willis Gilliland officiating. Burial was in the East Lawn Memorial Park In McDonough.
     Miss Moser would have been a l0th-grade student at Jackson High School this year. She was a member of the Stark United Methodist Church.
     Survivors include her parents, Marshall and Georgia Rucker Moser; sisters, Soriya and Michelle Moser; brother, Ryan Moser; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Paul R. Moser Sr. of Stockbridge and Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Rucker of McDonough; several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Moser, Paul Reed, Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 29 Sep 1993
     Paul Reed Moser Sr., of Stockbridge, died Wed., Sept. 22.
     Funeral services were held Fri., Sept. 24, at Rainer Carmichael Chapel. Interment was in Eastlawn Memorial Gardens.
     Survivors include wife Laura Mae Moser; daughters Mrs. Willis Gilliland of Tennessee, Mrs. Harry Mitchell of Fayetteville and Mrs. Fera Long of Conyers; sons Paul Reed Moser Jr. of Stockbridge; Marshall T. Moser of Jackson; Stanley L. Moser of Sharpsburg; three sisters; eight brothers; 14 grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
     Rainer-Carmichael Funeral Home of McDonough was in charge of arrangements.

 Moser, Rosalin Rucker
Jackson Progress Argus 27 Oct 1982
     Mrs. Rosalin Rucker Moser of Atlanta, formerly of McDonough, died Oct 19.
     Surviving are daughter, Miss Lisa Linch of Atlanta and Miss Dana Moser of Fairburn; a son, Michael Moser of Fairburn; parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Rucker of McDonough; a sister, Mrs. Georgia Moser of Jackson; brothers, John D. Rucker and Ben A. Rucker both of McDonough.
     Funeral services were held Thursday at 3 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of McDonough with Rev. Randolph Calvo officiating. Burial was in the Eastlawn Memorial Gardens.
     D. T. Carmichael & Son Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Moses, Benjamin, Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 15 Mar 1995
     Benjamin Moses Sr. of Decatur died Friday, March 3, at Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta.
     Funeral services were held Saturday, March 11, at Donald Trimble's Chapel in Decatur with Rev. W. D. Wheeler officiating.
     Mr. Moses was born Aug. 30, 1956 in Atlanta, son of Eddie Moses and Fredreca Moses Montgomery. He completed high school in Chicago, IL and moved to Atlanta where he entered the Job Corps and later enlisted in the U.S. Marines where he received an honorable discharge in 1983. He worked for Krogers for 11 years before establishing his own non-emergency transportation service in 1994.
     Survivors include wife, Jona Marie Evans Moses and sons, Jonathan Louis Moses and Benjamin Moses of Decatur; mother, Fredreca Moses Montgomery of Jackson; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Johnnie G. Evans of York, AL; sisters, Diane Johnson, Jonsi Moses, Rosie Moses and Robbin Robinson, all of Atlanta, Arlene Johnson of Decatur and Carrie Hicks of Jonesboro; brothers, Johnny Moses of Atlanta and Michael Moses, Donald Moses and Thomas Moses of Chicago, IL, Billy Rogers of East Point, Ozee Rogers of Warner Robbins and Michael Rogers of Silver Spring, MD; five aunts; two uncles; two sisters-in-law; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives.
     
Moses, Eddie, Jr.
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Nov 1994
     Eddie Moses Jr. died Wednesday, Nov. 9.
     Interment was in the Southview Cemetery in Atlanta.
     Mr. Moses grew up in Stone Mountain and raised his family in Jackson and Atlanta.
     Survivors include wife, Lillian L. Moses; former wife, Fredreca Hamilton; daughters, Diane Johnson, Jonsi Moses, Rosie Moses and Robbin Moses; sons, Johnny Moses, Michael Moses, Donald Moses, Benjamin Moses and Thomas Moses; daughters-in-law, Brenda Moses, Barbara Moses, Jona Moses and Yvette Moses; sister, Roberta Lester, 25 grandchildren; four great grandchildren; an aunt; a nephew; and other relatives.

Moses, Fredrick
Jackson Progress Argus 21 Jun 1995
     Fredrick Moses, infant son of Jona M. Moses and the late Benjamin Moses Sr., died Wednesday, June 14, at Egleston Children's Hospital.
     Funeral services were held Saturday, June 17, in the chapel of Weatherly Funeral Home in York, AL with Rev. Leroy Hunter officiating.
     Survivors include his mother; brothers, Jonathan Louis Moses and Benjamin Moses II; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Johnnie Evan of York, AL and Fredreca Moses Montgomery of Jackson; eight aunts; nine uncles; and several cousins and other relatives.
     Weatherly Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Moss, Mr.
  Middle Georgia Argus May 12, 1890
     Mr. Moss, after several weeks of confinement to his bed, also passed into the unknown beyond on Saturday and his remains to Salem church in Henry county for interment on Sunday.

Moss, Ann Eliza Maddox
  The Jackson Progress-Argus March 15, 1929
  Former Butts County Lady Passed Away At Porterdale
     Friends and relatives in Butts County will regret to know of the death of Mrs. Annie Moss, 78 years old, which occurred March 3 at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Albert Cofer, at Porterdale. Mrs. Moss resided in Butts county until a few months ago, removing to Porterdale to be with her daughter. She was the widow of the late Mr. Augustus Moss, whose death occurred in June 1924.
     She is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Albert Cofer and Mrs. Alberta Barnes, of Porterdale; Mrs. Lizzie Fleming and Mrs. Laura Cowan, of Butts county, and a son, W. R. Moss, of Porterdale.
     Funeral services were held at Macedonia March 4, with Dr. Walker officiating and interment was in the churchyard.

Moss, Annie Elizabeth Gibson
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Feb 1966
Mrs. Annie Moss Passes Tuesday At Nursing Home
     Mrs. Annie Elizabeth Gibson Moss, 88, of Indian Springs, widow of Mr. James David Moss, died Tuesday, February 15th, at the Westbury Medical Care Home in Jenkinsburg following a period of declining health.
     A native of Monroe County, Mrs. Moss was the daughter of Mr. John Gibson and Mrs. Stella Blessett Gibson, both of Monroe County. She ran a boarding house at Indian Springs for a number of years. Mrs. Moss was a member of Indian Springs Baptist Church.
     Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. Ruby M. Patrick of Atlanta; six sons, J. Clarence Moss of Tampa, Fla., J. Otis Moss, R. C. Moss, Hoke Smith Moss, E. Calvin Moss, all of Indian Springs and Bobby (Carlton F.) Moss of Lakeland, Fla.; two sisters, Mrs. Albert Martin of Atlanta and Mrs. Allene Graham of Columbus; nine grandchildren; several great, great grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were nephews and grandchildren.

Moss, Annie King
Jackson Progress Argus 14 Aug 1985
     Annie King Moss of 1921 Grandview Circle, Decatur, died in a Roberta nursing home Friday.
     Mrs. Moss is survived by a daughter-in-law, Martha H. Conway of Jackson, and two grandchildren, William Scott Moss and Preston Bradley Moss, both of Decatur.
     Graveside services were held Monday in Mellwood Cemetery in DeKalb County with the Rev. Russell Barker officiating.
     Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Moss, Augustus B.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus June 27, 1924
Mr. A. B. Moss Was Stricken In Field.
     Mr. Augustus B. Moss, 63 years of age, was found dead in the field, on the farm of Mr. W. A. White at Stark, Saturday morning about 10 o'clock. He was stricken while plowing, and death appeared to have been sudden. It was some time after his death before he was found by members of the family.
     Mr. Moss, who was a native of Newton county, had been a resident of Butts county for several years. He was injured in a railroad wreck at Jenkinsburg some years ago and since that time had not been entirely robust. He was held in general high esteem by all who knew him.
     Mr. Moss is survived by his wife and several children and one brother.
     Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock at Macedonia church, Rev. J. S. Hartsfield, pastor of the First Baptist church of Jackson, officiating. Interment was in the churchyard.

Moss, Augustus H.
Jackson Progress Argus, August 2, 1945
A. H. Moss, 51, Taken by Death Early Tuesday
     Augustus H. Moss, 51 years of age, one of Jackson's widely known residents, died early Tuesday at a Griffin hospital following a ling period of ill health and a critical illness of several weeks.
     Mr. Moss, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Moss of Henry county, had resided in Jackson many years, with exception of time spent in Columbus. He was formerly connected with the firm of Carmichael-Mallet Company and the George Wholesale Company. As a salesman he was known by customers throughout this territory. Later he traveled for a large textile supply house with head quarters in Columbus. Returning to Jackson a year or two ago, he had made his home here since that time.
     Mos. Moss was well known and well liked and had hosts of friends who are greived to know of his death.
     Survivors are one brother, G. D. Moss of Jenkinsburg; three sisters, Daisy Bracewell of Atlanta, and Misses May and Clifford Moss of Jackson.
     Funeral services were held at the home Wednesday afternoon at 3 clock. Rev. G. A. Briggs of the Baptist church and Rev. W. S. Norton of the Methodist church officiated. Burial was in the family lot im Salem cemetery in Henry county, with arrangements I charge of Thornton Funeral Home.
     Pallbearers were A. W. Newton, W. M. Redman, Paul Tyler, D. P. Settle, Roy Prosser, Clyde Walker.

Moss, Bennie Hill
Jackson Progress Argus 29 Jul 1971
Ben H. Moss Buried On Tuesday
     Mr. Bennie Hill Moss, 81, of 610 Covington street, Jackson, died at 3:25 o'clock Sunday afternoon at Sylvan Grove Hospital. Mr. Moss had been in declining health for several months and had been a patient in the hospital since July 9th.
     Mr. Moss was born February 22, 1890 in Butts County to the late Mr. Marion Moss and Mrs. Johnnie Bell Moss, both of Butts County. He was a retired Section Foreman of the Southern Railroad Company where he was employed 31 years. He was a veteran of World War I, an original member of Company A, Jackson Rifles, and served in the Mexican Border uprising.
     Funeral services were held Tuesday morning at eleven o clock in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with Rev. Don Folsom officiating. Interment was in Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Dillah Smith Moss of Jackson; a daughter, Mrs. Gladelle Whitaker of Toccoa; two sons, Louis Moss of Macon and Nesbit Moss of Jackson; a brother, Charles Moss of Daytona, Florida; five grandchildren; one great grandson; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Bernard Mote, Carl Mote, Byron Mote, Eugene Mote, Franklin Gordy and Charles Moss, Jr.
     Veterans of World War I and the American Legion served as honorary pallbearers.

Moss, Boyce F.
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Oct 1966
Boyce F. Moss Buried in Henry
     Funeral services for Mr. Boyce F. Moss of McDonough were held Wednesday, October 5, at the Salem Baptist Church at Henry County with the Rev. James Ellerson officiating. Interment was in the church yard cemetery.
     Mr. Moss died Monday.
     Survivors include his widow, the former Miss Mary Ridgeway of Jackson; one daughter, Mrs. J. W. Clark of McDonough; one son, Sgt. Rolfe C. Moss, Hampton; sisters, Mrs. Louella Burpitt and Mrs. Maggie Elliott, both of McDonough; four grandchildren.
     Mrs. Moss is the sister of Mr. G. H. Ridgeway and Mrs. S. H. Odom of Jackson.

Moss, Calvin
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Nov 1993
     Calvin Moss of Jackson died Mon., Nov. 22, in an Atlanta hospital.
     Funeral services were held Wed., Nov. 24, in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home in Jackson with Rev. Frankie Carson officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mr. Moss was born Oct. 29, 1934 in Morgan County, son of the late Cled and Ophelia Eaton Moss.
     He was of the Baptist faith and was retired from General Motors.
     Survivors include sons Terry Moss of Monticello and Calvin E. Moss of Citra, Fla.; sister Geraldine Watson of Jackson; brothers Joseph Moss and Leon Moss, both of Byron; Joe Moss of Jackson and Eugene Moss of Brunswick; eight grandchildren;
and several nieces and nephews.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Moss, Carlton Fleetwood
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Dec 1971
Heart Attack Fatal To Carlton Moss
     Mr. Carlton Fleetwood Moss, 59, of Lakeland, Florida, formerly of Indian Springs, died unexpectedly Monday, December 6th, in Lakeland of an apparent heart attack.
Mr. Moss was born February 26, 1912 in Butts County to the late Mr. James David Moss and Mrs. Annie Gipson Moss, both of Butts County. Mr. Moss was a veteran of World War II, serving with the U. S. Navy.
     Graveside services were conducted Friday afternoon at three o'clock in the Sandy Creek Cemetery with Rev. Larry Youngblood, pastor of Westside Baptist Church, officiating. Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Moss is survived by a sister, Mrs. Ruby Patrick of Atlanta; three brothers, John Otis Moss, R. C. Moss, and Hoke Moss, all of Indian Springs; several nieces and nephews.
  
Moss, Cled
Jackson Progress Argus 08 Aug 1990
     Mr. Cled Moss, 88, of Route 1, Covington Road in Jackson died Wednesday, Aug. 1, at his residence after an extended illness.
     The funeral was held Friday, Aug. 3, in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home in Jackson, with the Rev. Eddie Morgan officiating. Burial was in Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mr. Moss was born in Pickens County, the son of the late Joe Moss and Mandy Stone Moss. He moved to Butts County 26 years ago with his wife, Ophelia Eaton Moss, who died in 1989.
     Mr. Moss was a retired farmer, and he was a member of the Christian Church.
     Survivors include his daughter, Geraldine Watson of Jackson; sons, Joseph Thomas Moss and Leon Moss of Byron, Calvin Moss and Joe Moss of Monticello, and Eugene Moss of Brunswick; sister, Minnie Jackson of Madison; 14 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Moss, Della Bankston
  Butts County Progress May 15, 1914
Mrs. J. A. Moss Died At Jenkinsburg Thursday
     Mrs. J. A. Moss, one of the most highly respected women in the county, died at her home in Jenkinsburg, Thursday of last week. News of her passing came as a shock to a wide circle of friends and relatives.
     Mrs. Moss, who was Miss Della Bankston before her marriage, was 41 years of age. She was a member of the Methodist church and was a sweet Christian character who was loved by all her acquaintances. Her place in the family circle, in the church and community will be hard to fill.
     Surviving Mrs. Moss are her husband, two sisters, Mrs. C. H. Farrar, Mrs. H. G. Asbury, and three brothers, Messes. W. J. and J. M. Bankston, all of Jenkinsburg, and Ed Bankston of the Philippine Islands.
     The funeral was held Friday morning at 11 o'clock, her pastor Rev. F. G. Speerman, conducting the services. Interment was in the cemetery at Jenkinsburg.
     In their bereavement the family have the tender sympathy of a host of friends.

Moss, Dillah Idane Smith
Jackson Progress Argus 26 Dec 1979
Mrs. Moss Was Buried Thursday
     Funeral Services for Mrs. Dillah Smith Moss, 88, of 610 Covington Street, were held Thursday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock from Haisten's Chapel, with the Rev. Don Folsom officiating. Interment was in the Jackson cemetery.
     Mrs. Moss died at midnight Tuesday in the Griffin-Spalding Hospital where she had been admitted earlier in the day.
     A native of Butts County, she was the daughter of the late Mr. A. A. (Tobe) Smith and the late Eugenia Maddox Smith. She was the widow of the late Mr. Ben Moss, who died in July, 1971. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Jackson.
     Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Gladelle Whitaker of Toccoa; two sons, Mr. Nesbit Moss of Jackson and Mr. Louis H. Moss of Macon; three sisters, Mrs. Lena Mason of Jackson, Mrs. Ruth Norton of Hapeville and Mrs. Pauline Mackey of Cuthbert; a brother, Mr. Bill Smith of Baxley; five grandchildren, four great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Virgil Smith, Warren Smith, Forrest Mason, Gene Norton, Roland Smith and Terrell Smith.
     Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Moss, Elizabeth Branan
  The Jackson Progress-Argus August 4, 1922
Mrs. Elizabeth Moss Summoned By Death.
     Coming as a surprise and shock to a large number of friends was the death of Mrs. Elizabeth Moss, which occurred on Lyons street about 1 o'clock Thursday morning, July 27. Death came suddenly, the deceased having been in her usual health the day before and retired feeling as well as usual. Shortly after midnight members of the family were attracted by her struggles, but death resulted before medical aid could be summoned.
     Mrs. Moss who was 66 years of age, was reared in Henry county. The family moved to Jackson several years ago and have since resided here. She was the widow of the late Mr. J. T. Moss, and before her marriage was Miss Elizabeth Branan, of Henry county. She was held in general high esteem and had been a consistent member of Salem church for forty-one years.
     Surviving Mrs. Moss are two sons, Mr. G. D. Moss, of Columbus and Mr. Gus Moss, of Charlotte, N. C.; four daughters, Misses Ida Mae, and Clifford Moss, of Jackson, and Mrs. T. E. Bracewell, of Atlanta, one brother, Mr. Green Branan, of McDonough, three sisters, Mrs. Leonora Elliott, of Atlanta, Mrs. Henry Elliott and Mrs. Steve Glass, of McDonough, all of whom have the sympathy of hosts of friends in their sorrow.
     Funeral services were held at Salem church, Henry county, Friday morning at 11 o'clock. Rev. Mr. Cowart conducted the services and paid the deceased an eloquent tribute. Many friends gathered for a final tribute of respect and the floral offerings were numerous and beautiful. Interment was in the church cemetery.

Moss, Ernest Calvin
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Jul 1970
Brothers Are Charged With Moss Murder
     Two Monroe County brothers, Larry Vaughn, 23 and Gene Vaughn, 29, both of Route 2, Forsyth, are in the Butts County jail charged with the murder of Ernest Calvin Moss, 59, of Route 1, Flovilla. Butts County Sheriff Hugh C. Polk said that the arrests were made about 4:30 Monday afternoon with the assistance of Sheriff Cary Bittick of Monroe County.
     The body of Mr. Moss was discovered about 7:15 o'clock Monday morning by two local men enroute to work in Macon. It was alongside Highway 87 about 200 yards west of Sandy Creek, about 15 or 20 feet on the right shoulder of the road going south. The two men reported discovery of the body to the Butts County Sheriff's office which department, in cooperation with the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, the State Crime Lab, and Butts County Coroner John Sherrell, worked all day until the arrests were made Monday afternoon.
     The body of Mr. Moss was unidentified for several hours until friends and neighbors viewed it at Sherrell Funeral Home. As soon as identity was established, members of the Butts County Sheriff's Department and the GBI soon located the site of the scuffle near the home of Mr. Moss, approximately two-tenths of a mile down old 87, an unpaved road in the direction of Cork.
     Dr. Larry Howard of the State Crime Lab came to Jackson to perform an autopsy. There was external evidence of blows around the head and face but not of sufficient severity to cause death, in the opinion of Dr. Howard. A further examination disclosed strangulation or choking as the apparent cause of death.
     The Butts County Sheriff's Department stated that evidence at the site where the body was found indicated that a car had driven off the pavement where it appeared that a body was dragged from the car and left on the shoulder of the road.
     Mr. Moss was a native of Butts County, the son of Mr. James David Moss and Mrs. Annie Gipson Moss. He was a veteran of World War II, serving two enlistments in the United States Army.
     Funeral services were conducted at the graveside at Sandy Creek Primitive Baptist Church Tuesday afternoon at two o'clock with Rev. T. J. Thaxton officiating. Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Moss is survived by one sister, Mrs. Ruby Moss Patrick of Atlanta; four brothers, John Otis Moss, R. C. Moss, and Hoke Moss, all of Indian Springs; Carlton F. Moss, Lakeland, Fla.; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were W. L. Holloway, Kyle McMichael, Pope Moncrief, Spencer Johnson, Joel Crane, and Charles Williams.
     
Moss, Eugenia Druscilla Davis
Jackson Progress-Argus, June 19, 1958
Mrs. Homer Moss Buried Sunday at Sandy Creek
     Funeral services for Mrs. Homer Lee Moss, 75, who died early Saturday morning at the Jesse Parker William Hospital in Atlanta, were held Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock at the Flovilla Baptist Church with the Rev. Robert E. Chambers officiating. Interment was in the Sandy Creek Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Born in Fayette county, the former Miss Eugenie Davis, she wa the daughter of John William Davis and Susan Milam Davis. The widow of the late Homer Lee Moss, she had resided in the Cork area of Butts county for many years. She was a member of the Flovilla Baptist Church.
     In declining health the past six months, she was carried to the Atlanta Hospital on June 8 where she succumbed Saturday morning, June 14 at about 5 a. m.
     Survivors include one sister, Mrs. J. C. Cochran, Atlanta; two brothers, Isiah Davis and Jesse B. Davis.
     Pallbearers were Bobby Moore, Marvin Vickers, L. H. Cawthon, D. T. Long, Asa Smith, W. A. Smith Jr.

Moss, Eunice
  Butts County Progress October 9, 1914
Miss Eunice Moss Passed Away Friday.
     Miss Eunice Moss, aged 15, died at the home of her brother, Mr. H. E. Moss, near Cork, last Friday. She had been an invalid for many years and death resulted from a complication of diseases.
     The funeral took place Saturday afternoon at Sandy Creek, with short services at the grave. Miss Moss is survived by her brothers, a sister and other relatives.

Moss, Frances Esther Brooks
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Feb 1982
     Mrs. Frances Esther Brooks Moss, 69, of 219 Forrest Avenue, Jackson, died early Thursday morning at the Georgia Baptist Medical Center in Atlanta after a brief illness.
     Mrs. Brooks was born June 23, 1912 and was the daughter of the late James Love Brooks and Gertrude Dozier Brooks. She was employed by Sylvan Grove Hospital and was a member of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church.
     Survivors are six nephews: Jimmy Moss of Jackson; Carron Dickerson of Blount, Benjamin Brooks of Griffin, Carl A. Brooks of Augusta, Ray Polk of Jackson, and Dorsey Polk of Milledgeville; one niece, Mrs. Catherine Dickerson of Barnesville; one sister-in-law, Mrs. Mildred Daley of Jackson, one brother-in-law, Frank Polk of the Hilltop Nursing Home in Monroe County.
     Several cousins also survive.
     Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at 2 p.m, at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church with Rev. Eddy Morgan and Rev. Joe Parham officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.
     Arrangements were under the direction of Sherrell Funeral Home of Jackson. Pallbearers were Dickie Moore, Tony Moore, Floyd Moore, Andrew Moore, Sanford Powell, Bill Holloway, Jimmy Moss, and T. W. Leverett.

Moss, Frank, Mrs.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus August 13 1915
     Many heads were bowed in grief Sunday morning when the news of the death of Mrs. Frank Moss, of Barnesville, was received here. Mrs. Moss was a resident here for a number of years, and was much loved for her sweet christian character. We extend to the bereaved ones our deepest sympathy.

Moss, George Dayton
Jackson Progress-Argus, September 4, 1947.
G. Dayton Moss Died Thursday.
     George Dayton Moss, 67, former resident of Jackson but recently of Bronwood, died at a private hospital in Atlanta August 27. He had been in declining health for several months.
     He was born in Henry county, son of the late Mr. And Mrs. J. T. Moss. For several years Mrs. Moss resided in Columbus where he was sales agent for a national concern. A few years ago he moved to Jackson for residence, invested in farm lands and bought a home in Jenkinsburg. He served a term as mayor of Jenkinsburg and was a former member of the Jackson Kiwanis club. When his health failed the family moved to Terrell county. Mr. Moss was a man of progressive ideas and sterling integrity and made hosts of friends during his residence here.
     He is survived by his wife; one son, George Dayton Moss, two daughters, Mrs. J. S. Smith of Huntsville, Ala.; Mrs. A. C. Johnson of Muscogee, Okla.; three sisters, Misses May and Clifford Moss of Jackson and Mrs. T. C. Braswell of Atlanta.
     Funeral services were held at Salem church in Henry county at 3 p.m. Friday and Rev. W. E. Hightower officiated. Burial was in the churchyard and plans were directed by D. T. Carmichael, funeral director.

Moss, Hoke
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Mar 1976
Alabama Auto Accident Kills Three From Indian Springs
     Three Indian Springs residents were killed instantly Friday afternoon in a grinding, head-on collision of two private automobiles on Alabama State Hwy. 109, about 5 miles south of Dothan.
     Pronounced dead on arrival at the Southeast General Hospital in Dothan were Hoke Moss, 69, his wife, Mrs. Lynda Moss, 30, and her daughter, Lisa Holloway, 10, .of Indian Springs.
     The male driver and sole occupant of the other car involved was listed in critical condition at the same Dothan hospital over the weekend and is not expected to recover.
     No details are available as to the probable cause of the accident. which occurred at 12:20 p.m. CST and was investigated by the Alabama State Patrol.
     Sherrell's Ambulance Service returned the bodies of the deceased to Butts County on Saturday morning.
     A triple funeral service for the victims was held Monday afternoon at 3 o'clock from the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home, with the Rev. A. L. Price, of Jackson, and Rev. James Goodwin, of Atlanta, officiating. Interment was in Sandy Creek Cemetery.
     Hoke Moss was born Dec. 15, 1906 in Butts County, the son of the late James David Moss and the late Annie Gipson Moss.
     He is survived by two brothers, Otis Moss of Indian Springs and R. L. Moss, Forsyth; one sister, Mrs. Ruby Lou Patrick, Atlanta, several nieces and nephews.
     Mrs. Lynda Moss was born Sept. 5, 1945 in Jackson County, Georgia, a daughter of the late Fred A Mealor and the former Lurleen Cochran.
     Survivors include her mother, Mrs. Lurleen Turner, of Atlanta; step-father, Hugh Turner, of Atlanta; three sisters, Mrs. Glynn Weaver, Flowery Branch, Mrs. Curtis Satterfield, Atlanta, and Mrs. Craig Loveless, Atlanta; several nieces and. nephews.
     Miss Lisa Holloway was born April 16 1965 in Fulton County. She was the daughter of the late Frank Holloway and the late Mrs. Lynda Moss. She is survived by her grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Turner of Atlanta, several aunts, uncles and cousins. Pallbearers were Jackie Martin, W. G Gilbert Jr., Larry Woodruff, Marvin Pike, Jimmy Moss, David Floyd, Wimp Floyd, Asa Maddox, Norbert Gilbert, Riley Johnson, Skeeter Moncrief, Kyle McMichael, William Parker, W. A. Cook, J. D. Long, Pope Moncrief, Curtis Gilbert, and Frank McMichael.

Moss, Homer Lee
Jackson Progress-Argus, September 22, 1949.
Final Rites for Homer Lee Moss at Sandy Creek.
     Funeral services for Homer Lee Moss, aged 58, who died at his home near Flovilla early Friday morning, were held Sunday at 2 p.m. at Sandy Creek Primitive Baptist church. Rev T. T. G. Linkous officiated and burial was in the church cemetery.
     The pallbearers were George Sockwell, Dave T. Long, Elliott Jenkins, Marvin Vickers, W. A. Smith, Carl Moncrief.
     Haisten Brothers Funeral Home had charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Moss, son of Mrs, Jesse W. Moss and the late Mr. Moss, was born and reared in Butts county. He was a successful farmer of the Flovilla community.
     Survivors are his wife, the former Miss Lee Waldrop Moss; mother, Mrs. Jesse W. Moss; one sister, Miss Inez Moss; two brothers, Horace and Hadley Moss of Cork.

Moss, Horace Eugene
Jackson Progress Argus 12 Feb 1959
Graveside Rites Held Saturday for H. E. Moss, 69
     Graveside services for Mr. Horace Eugene Moss, 69, of Flovilla, retired farmer were held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock at Sandy Creek Cemetey with the Rev. T. J. Thaxton officiating. Interment was in the cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Moss, veteran of World War I, died early Wednesday morning in the Veterans Administration Hospital in Dublin, where he had been a patient for several months.
     Born in Butts county; he was the son of Jesse M. Moss and Mrs. Lee Annie Waldrep Moss, well known citizens of the county's early history.
     Survivors include one sister, Miss Inez Moss of Flovilla; and one brother, Hadley Moss, also of Flovilla.
     Pallbearers were Acie Smith, Dave Long, Carl Moncrief, W. E. Mayfield, Marvin Vickers, Howard Leverette.

Moss, Ida Mae Gunnels
Jackson Progress-Argus Feb 23 1917
Mrs. Claude Moss Passes to Beyond
     After a lingering illness Mrs. Claude Moss, aged 21, died at her home near Cork Thursday morning of the past week. The deceased had been sick for several months and death was not unexpected.
     Mrs. Moss is survived by her husband and one child; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Gunnells, and several brothers and sisters.
     The funeral was held at Sandy Creek Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock. The services were conducted by Rev W. O. Sharp and Dr. W. J. Waits, and interment was in the cemetery at Sandy Creek.

Moss, Inez S.
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Mar 1971
Miss Inez Moss Buried Friday At Sandy Creek
     Miss Inez Moss, 76, of Route 1, Flovilla, died at the Sylvan Grove Hospital at 10:30 o'clock Thursday morning, March 4th. She had been a patient in the hospital since Monday.
     Miss Moss had been a lifelong resident of Butts County and was born March 20, 1894 to the late Mr. Jesse M. Moss and Mrs. Lee Ann Waldrep Moss, both of Butts County.
     Funeral services were conducted Friday afternoon at two o'clock in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with Rev. T. J. Thaxton officiating. Interment was in Sandy Creek Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Miss Moss is survived by a brother, Hatley Moss, of Flovilla.
     Pallbearers were Adel Moncrief, William Moncrief, Craig Moncrief, Asa Smith, Marvin Vickers and Alton Jenkins.

Moss, J. A.
  Butts County Progress June 18, 1915
Mr. J. A. Moss Passed Away At Jenkinsburg
     The death of Mr. J. A. Moss, a well known and highly esteemed citizen of the county, occurred at his home at Jenkinsburg Monday morning at 7 o'clock. He had been sick for several years with tuberculosis and his death was not unexpected, but came as a shock to a large number of friends. Mr. Moss, who was about 45 years old, was a member of the Baptist church and a splendid citizen.
     Mr. Moss is survived by two brothers, Mr. A. F. Moss, of Barnesville and Mr. John Moss of McDonough; two sisters, Miss Mollie Moss, of Jenkinsburg and Mrs. Tobe Thompson, of Eastman. His wife died about a year ago.
     The funeral services were conducted Tuesday morning at 11 o'clock at the Jenkinsburg Baptist church by Rev. F. G. Spearman, assisted by Rev. Arthur Jackson. Interment was in the cemetery as Jenkinsburg.
     Among those who attended the funeral of Mr. J. A. Moss Tuesday were Mr. and Mrs. Frank Moss of Barnesville, Mrs. Thompson of Empire, and Mrs. Crawford of Yatesville.

Moss, J. T.
  The Jackson Argus February 14, 1913
J. T. Moss Summoned By The Grim Reaper.
     J. T. Moss, who was struck by a fast train at Flippen three weeks ago today, received injuries which resulted in his death early yesterday at his home on Lyons street.
     At the time of the accident he was returning from his father's-in-law, where one of his daughters, Miss Willie Moss, had died, expecting to return for her burial the next day.
     Going out to board the train, he was struck, an arm was broken, forehead cut and internal injuries received which caused his sudden death.
     Mr. Moss was 61 years of age and a member of Salem Baptist church, in Henry county, from which place his funeral will be conducted today by Rev. Oglesby, of McDonough.
     Besides other relatives, the deceased leaves his wife, three daughters, Misses Ida and May Moss, of Jackson, and Mrs. Bracewell, of Atlanta; three sons, Clifford and Gus, of Jackson, and Dayton, of Birmingham, Ala.

Butts County Progress February 14, 1913
Mr. J. T. Moss Died Thursday.
     Mr. J. T. Moss, who was injured by being hit by a train at Flippen two or three weeks ago, died at his home here Thursday morning. He was thought to be recovering from his injuries and got up Thursday morning as usual, but was taken suddenly ill and expired about 7:00 o'clock.
     Mr. Moss was a most estimable citizen and had many friends here who regretted to learn of his death. He was a native of Henry county and was about 55 years of age. Mr. Moss is survived by his wife and two sons and four daughters.
     The funeral was held today at Philipi church near McDonough.
  
Moss, James Clarence, Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 05 Feb 1970
James C. Moss Sr. Buried At Florida Rites
     Funeral services for Mr. James Clarence Moss Sr., 70, of 4307 Branch Street, Bay Pines, Florida, were held Monday afternoon, January 26th, at three o'clock from the chapel of Snipes Hamilton Funeral Home. Bishop J. C. Graham of the Latter Day Saints of Jesus Christ Church officiated with full military honors being accorded by the MacDill Air Force Base at the graveside in the Garden of Memories Cemetery.
     Mr. Moss died at his home Thursday following a stroke. He was a native of Monroe County, the son of Mr. Jim Moss and Mrs. Annie E. Moss, and lived at Indian Springs 25 years.
     Mr. Moss is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mae Freeman Moss; a son, James Clarence Moss Jr. of Alaska; five brothers, Otis Moss, Hoke Moss, Calvin Moss, and R. C. Moss all of Indian Springs, and Carlton F. Moss of Lakeland, Florida; one sister, Mrs. J. R. Patrick of Atlanta.

Moss, James D.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus January 28, 1927
Aged Man Found Dead Near Cork.
Mr. James D. Moss is thought to have committed suicide. Hand and leg badly burned.
     Mr. James D. Moss, aged 61, his hands and legs badly burned, was found dead under the signal line on the Southern Railway System about four miles below Cork Thursday morning, January 20.
     The coroner's jury that investigated the case returned a verdict of "electrocution with suicidal intent." It is supposed that the aged man climbed the signal line and touched the high tension wires. His hands were seared and a bad burn was found on one of his legs. The 4,400 volts passing through his body caused instant death, it was thought. No reason has been advanced for his action.
     Mr. Moss, a native of this county, was a well known and highly esteemed citizen. He is survived by his wife, who was a Miss Davis, of Monroe county, seven sons, Otis Moss, of Fulton county, R. C. Moss, United States Navy, Claude, Hope, Calvin, Carlton, and W. J. Moss, of Butts county, Three daughters, Mrs. Nellie Jones, of Hampton, (rest of obit can not be read)

Moss, Jesse M.
  Butts County Progress February 18, 1910
     Mr. Jesse Moss, who lived near Cork, died Sunday and was buried Monday at Sandy Creek cemetery. Mr. Moss was only ill a few days, with pneumonia. He leaves five children who have the sympathy of many friends in their bereavement.

Butts County Progress February 18, 1910
Jesse Moss Died Sunday of Pneumonia.
     The death of Mr. Jesse Moss, of near Flovilla, occurred Sunday, death being due to pneumonia. The funeral took place at Sandy Creek Monday afternoon.
Mr. Moss, who was about 45 years of age, was the son of Mr. W. M. Moss, and a prominent citizen of this county. He is survived by three girls and two boys and his widow wife who, for the past few years has been in a sanitarium, and other relatives.
     The family have the sympathy of a host of friends in their bereavement.

The Jackson Argus February 18, 1910
Good Citizen Claimed by Death.
     On last Sunday Mr. Jesse M. Moss died at his home in Dublin district after having been sick about ten days with pneumonia. Mr. Moss was a substantial and successful farmer, a loyal member of the Farmer's Union, being a member of Cork Local No. 306, and was held in the highest esteem by his neighbors and friends.
     Mr. Moss is survived by his wife and five children, three sons and two daughters, ranging in age from ten to twenty years, also his father, Mr. William Moss, one sister, Miss Lula Moss, and three brothers, Messrs. Marion, Jim and Harvey Moss, other relatives and a large circle of friends to mourn hiss loss. We extend sympathy to the bereaved ones.

Moss, Joe, Mrs.
  Butts County Progress May 15, 1914
Jenkinsburg
     Mr. and Mrs. Tom Sowell, of McDonough and Mr. and Mrs. Sam Colvin, of Jackson, attended the funeral of Mrs. Joe Moss Friday.

Moss, John Otis
Jackson Progress Argus 08 Jun 1983
     John Otis Moss, 81, of Indian Springs died Tuesday, May 31. at Georgia Baptist Hospital following a series of strokes.
     Mr. Moss, son of the late James G. and Annie Gibson Moss, was retired from Georgia Power Company and Southern Bell Telephone Company.
     Survivors include a son, Robert W. Moss of Chattanooga, Tenn.; daughters, Beverly Westmoreland of Fayetteville and Charlotte Curry of Las Vegas, Nev. sister, Ruby Lou Patrick of Atlanta; five grandchildren; nephew, Jimmy Moss of Jackson.
     Services were held Thursday at 3 o'clock in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with the Rev. Ed Hoard officiating. Burial was in Sandy Creek Cemetery. .
     Pallbearers were Billy Holloway A. G. Cook, W A Cook Jackie Cook, W. A. Duke Jr. and W. J. Moss.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Moss, John Otis, Jr.
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Jun 1955
John Otis Moss, 12, Is Drowning Victim
     Funeral services for John Otis Moss Jr., 12 year old HartweIl youth who drowned Tuesday afternoon June 14, in the Charles Kidd lake on the Sardis highway, were held Thursday afternoon, at the Cross Roads Baptist Church in Hart county, with the Rev. D. D. Harris officiating. Interment was in the adjoining cemetery
     The youth attended Sardis school and was a member of the Tallulah Falls Baptist Church at Toccoa is survived by his father John O. Moss Sr., of Indian Springs; his mother, Mrs. Ruth Moss of Hartwell; one brother, Robert and a sister, Beverly.
     Pallbearers were R. C. Jones, Milford Cheek, Max Bowers and Harold Milford.

Moss, Kathryn Barbee
Jackson Progress Argus 04 Mar 1992
     Mrs. Kathryn Barbee Moss, 69, a life long resident of Butts County, died Monday at Hilltop Nursing Home after an illness of several months.
     Funeral services were Wednesday, March 4, in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home in Jackson, with the Rev. Robert Joe Wilson. Interment was in Sandy Creek Church Cemetery.
     Mrs. Moss was born in Houston County, daughter of George Barbee and the late Hariett Elrod Barbee. She was of the Baptist faith.
     Survivors include her son, Charles Kelly, of Jackson; grandchildren, Ann and Chuck Kelly of Jackson; brother, Charlie Barbee of Flovilla; sisters, Lena England of Porterdale and Ethel Tripp of Americus; and several nieces and nephews.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
          
Moss, Lee Annie Waldrup
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Jan 1955
Funeral Friday For Mrs. Moss
     Funeral services for Mrs. Lee Annie Moss, 90, who died Wednesday night, January 5, were held Friday at 2 p. m. at Sandy Creek. The Rev. Marcellus Speir officiated and burial was in the churchyard. Haisten Funeral Horne had charge of arrangements.
     Daughter of the rate Lee J. Waldrop and Mrs. Susan Webb Waldrop. Mrs. Moss, one of the county's oldest residents, spent most of her life in Butts county. She was the widow of Jesse M. Moss.
     Survivors are a daughter, Miss Inez Moss and two sons, Horace Moss and Hadley T. Moss, all of Flovilla.
     Haisten Funeral Home had charge of arrangements and the pallbearers were Marvin Vickers, Carl Moncrief, Howard Leverett, Ray St. John, Asa Smith and Riley H. Hay.

Moss, Lois Fogg
Jackson Progress Argus 22 Aug 1990
     Mrs. Lois Fogg Moss, 83, of 651 Joy Street in Jackson died Friday morning following several years of declining health.
     The funeral was held Sunday, Aug. 19, in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson, with the Rev Bill O'Conner and Dr. Donald Folsom officiating. Burial was in Sandy Creek Cemetery.
     Mrs. Moss was born in Butts County, the daughter of the late Daniel Walter Fogg and Flora Johnson Fogg. She was the widow of William Jones Moss, Sr. Mrs. Moss was a member of First Baptist Church in Jackson.
     Survivors include her daughters, Doris Blessett of Macon, Helen Robison of Mexico Beach, Fla., Martha Almond, Hazel Lummus and Gloria King, all of Jackson; sons, W. J. Moss and Oliver S. Moss, both of Jackson; stepdaughters, Kate Bennett and Edna Kitchens, both of Jackson; stepson, Harvey J. Moss of Knoxville, Tenn.; 24 grandchildren, 36 great grandchildren, 12 great-great grandchildren; sister, Lucille Moss of Knoxville, Tenn.; and brother, James Daniel Fogg of Atlanta.
     Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangement.

Moss, Lucille Fogg
Jackson Progress Argus 06 May 1992
     Mrs. Lucille Fogg Moss, 81, of Knoxville, Tenn., died Thursday night at the Baptist Memorial Hospital.
     Graveside services were held Sunday, May 3, at Sandy Creek Cemetery in Butts County, with the Rev. Eugene Sellers officiating.
     Mrs. Moss was born in Butts County, daughter of the late Daniel W. and Leona Johnson Fogg
     Survivors include her husband, Harvey J. Moss of Knoxville; brother, J. D. Fogg of Atlanta; and several nieces and nephews.
     McCarthy Funeral Home in Tennessee and Sherrell Funeral Home in Jackson were in charge of arrangements

Moss, Luther H.
Jackson Progress Argus 03 May 1973
Heart Attack Sunday Claims Luther Moss
     Mr. Luther H. Moss, 52, of Westmoreland Drive, Griffin, was dead on arrival at Griffin-Spalding County Hospital Sunday, April 29th, following a sudden attack at his residence. Mr. Moss was recovering from surgery after suffering a fractured hip in February.
     A native of Butts County, he was the son of the late Claude H. Moss. He was a building contractor of Moss Builders and had been a resident of Griffin for 35 years.
     Funeral services were conducted Tuesday afternoon at three o'clock from Haisten's Chapel in Griffin. Rev. S. A. Hamby officiated with interment in Oak Hill Cemetery. Haisten Funeral Home of Griffin was in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Moss is survived by his wife, Mrs. Ophelia Gunter Moss; a son, James C. Moss; a daughter, Miss Bonnie Elizabeth Moss, all of Griffin; his mother, Mrs. Ida Gunnells of Griffin; two grandchildren; four brothers, Jack Moss, Charles Moss, J. L. Moss and Franklin Moss, all of Griffin; four sisters, Mrs. Edward Thompson of Griffin, Mrs. Lawrence Thompson of Griffin, Mrs. Shirley Moffett of Laramie, Wyo., and Mrs. Frances Shuman of Miami, Fla.

Moss, Lynda
(See Moss, Hoke)
Moss, Mattie Mae Freeman
Jackson Progress Argus 04 Oct 1973
Sister Mrs. Spoon Dies In Tampa
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. Julius Spoon of Indian Springs sympathize with them in the death of Mrs. Spoon's sister, Mrs. Mattie Mae Freeman Moss, 75, of Tampa, Fla.
Mrs. Moss died Sunday night in a Tampa hospital from a heart attack.
     Mrs. Moss was a native of Wilcox County and had often visited her sister at Indian Springs where she became acquainted with many in the community.
     Funeral services were conducted Thursday morning at the chapel of Jennings Funeral Home in Tampa, Fla.
     Mrs. Moss is survived by one son, Allen Gibbs of Tampa, Fla.; one sister, Mrs. Julius Spoon of Indian Springs; a niece, Mrs. Helen Schwamlein of Forsyth.

Moss, Melvin
Jackson Progress Argus 27 Mar 1969
Atlanta Man Died On Visit To Jenkinsburg
     Mr. Melvin Moss, 54, of 388 Seventh St., N. E., Atlanta, was pronounced dead on arrival at Sylvan Grove Hospital at 10:45 Friday night by a Jackson physician. Death was attributed to a coronary attack suffered while the Atlanta man was visiting a brother, Cled Moss of Jenkinsburg.
     Butts County Coroner John Sherrell was notified of Mr. Moss's death and investigated it in his capacity as coroner but concurred with the doctor's opinion that death resulted from natural causes.
     Funeral services for Mr. Moss were held Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock from the Rutledge Baptist Church with the Rev. Willie Cameron and Rev. John Henderson officiating. Interment was in Morgan Memorial Park with Vickers Funeral Home, Madison, in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Moss is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mabel Moss, Rutledge; sons, Lawrence Moss, East Ridge, Tenn., Lawson Moss, Atlanta; James Moss, McDonough; Ricky Moss and Nathan Moss, both of Rutledge; daughters, Mrs. Joyce Dunn, Athens; Mrs. Geneva Heymore and Miss Joan Moss, both of Rutledge; brothers, Cled Moss, Jenkinsburg, and Julian Moss, Perry; sister, Mrs. Minnie Jackson, Monroe and Mrs. Luria Coggins, Thomaston.

Moss, Ophelia Eaton
Jackson Progress Argus 08 Nov 1989
     Ophelia Eaton Moss, 86, of Route 1, Jackson, died Oct. 31 at Sylvan Grove Hospital following an extended illness.
     The funeral was held Thursday at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with the Rev. Eddie Morgan officiating. Burial was in the Jackson cemetery.
     Mrs. Moss, a native of Pickens County, was the daughter of Jule Eaton and Sallie Chastain Eaton. She was a homemaker and a member of the Baptist Church.
     Survivors include her husband, Cled Moss; daughter, Geraldine Watson of Jackson; sons, J. T. and Leon Moss, both of Byron, Calvin and Joe Moss, both of Monticello, and Eugene Moss of Brunswick; brother. Hill Eaton of Dalton; 15 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Moss, Ruth Hardy
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Oct 1993
     Ruth Hardy Moss of Hilltop Nursing Home died Tues., Oct. 5, at Griffin Spalding AMI Hospital.
     Funeral services were held Fri., Oct. 8, at the Jackson, City Cemetery. Intombment was in the Chapel of Peace Mausoleum in Jackson.
     Mrs. Moss was born March 27, 1900. in Butts County, daughter of the late Troy U. and Lillie Lummus Hardy.
     Survivors include brothers Sherrod Hardy of Forsyth and Raymond Hardy of Thomston; sisters Evelyn Spencer of Pinellas Park, Fla., Virginia Dubose of Dunwoody and Avis Cochran of Macon; and several nieces and nephews.
     Sherrell Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge, of arrangements.

Moss, Sidney R.
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Sep 1992
     Sidney R. Moss of Fayetteville died Sept 10,1992.
     Funeral services were held Sept 12 in the chapel of Higgins and Son Funeral Home in Fairburn with Rev. Terre Haas officiating. Interment was in Forest Hills.
     Survivors include wife Mary D. Moss; sons James R. Boyd, Jenkinsburg, Sidney Moss, Marietta, Michael R. Moss, Hawaii, Robin Moss, Texas, Larry Williams, Newman, Keith Williams, Rome, Brent Williams, Woodstock; daughter Fran Lang, Acworth;
brother Johnny Moss, McDonough; sisters Rebecca Beavers, Morrow, Carolyn Ayers and Annette Moss, both of McDonough; 15 grandchildren; and one great grandchild.
     Higgins and Son Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Moss, Thomas Hadley
Jackson Progress Argus 27 Jun 1990
     Thomas Hadley Moss, 94, died Thursday, June 21, at Ideal Nursing Home in Ideal.
     Graveside services were held Saturday, June 23, at Sandy Creek Cemetery, with the Rev. Gene Sellers officiating.
     Members of Indian Springs Lodge 307 F&AM served as pallbearers and honorary escort.
     Mr. Moss was born in Cork to the late Jesse M. Moss and the late Lee Annie Waldrep Moss.
     He was a retired farmer and saw miller. Mr. Moss was also a member of Indian Springs Lodge 307 F&AM.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Moss, Virgie Plymale
  The Jackson Progress-Argus August 3, 1928
Mrs. W. J. Moss Passes Following An Operation.
     Following an operation performed several days ago at the Griffin hospital, Mrs. W. J. Moss, aged 32, died in Griffin at 8 o'clock Sunday night. She had hosts of friends in the county who are grieved to know of her passing.
     She was born and raised in Flovilla and was a daughter of the late Mr. W. A. Plymale and Mrs. Plymale. She was held in high esteem by a wide circle of friends.
     Mrs. Moss is survived by her husband and a son, Harvey Moss; two daughters, Kate and Edna Moss; her mother, Mrs. W. A. Plymale; six sisters, Mrs. J. E. Long and Mrs. H. M. Vaughn, of Jackson; Mrs. J. M. Smith, of Smithville; Mrs. F. L. Royal, of Unadilla; Mrs. J. R. Johnson, Mrs. W. J. Taylor, of Flovilla; four brothers, W. T., J. J. and A. W. Plymale, of Flovilla, and D. B. Plymale, of Jackson.
     Funeral services were held at Sandy Creek church Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock, with Elder Elliott in charge of the services.

Moss, William
  Middle Georgia Argus September 29, 1883
     We witnessed the sudden death of Mr. William Moss, of Henry county, on the evening train of Tuesday. He had been in feeble health for several weeks, and was returning from Salt Springs where he had been for his health. It was a sad thing to deliver his lifeless body to his family on the side of the railroad without them having a minutes warning of the sad bereavement. He died of heart disease.

Moss, William
  Butts County Progress March 14, 1913
Mr. W. M. Moss Dead At Age Of 80 Years.
     Mr. William Moss, one of the oldest and most highly respected citizens of the county, died at his home at Cork Sunday afternoon of paralysis. The deceased was in his 80th year and lived with his daughter, Miss Lula Moss, who with three sons, Messrs. W. M., J. S. D., And H. J. Moss, survive him. In the Civil War Mr. Moss served as a member of the 32nd Georgia Regiment, Captain Mobley. He was a native of Henry county.
     The funeral took place Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock at Sandy Creek, Rev. W. O. Sharpe conducting the services. In their bereavement the family have the sympathy of many loyal friends.

Butts County Progress March 14, 1913 also
The Jackson Argus March 14, 1913
William Moss, Aged 80, Answers Death Summons
     Mr. William Moss, a well known and highly esteemed citizen of Dublin district, died at the home of his son, Marion, near Flovilla, last Sunday afternoon, of complication of diseases, due to the infirmities of old age.
     Mr. Moss was eighty years old and a native of Newton county, but had resided in Butts county since the Civil War. A man of honest upright character, exceedingly kind and social in disposition, he was much loved by all who knew him.
     He served throughout the Civil War as a member of the Thirty-second Georgia Regiment, in Captain S. D. Mobley's Company, of Monroe county, and did valiant service for the Confederacy in the defense of Fort Sumter and other places.
     He is survived by three sons, Messrs. W. M., J. D. and H. D. Moss; one daughter, Miss Lula Moss, and a number of grandchildren, and other relatives, together with a large circle of friends, to mourn his loss.
     The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Sharp, of Flovilla, and the interment was at Sandy Creek cemetery.

Moss , William Jones, Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 08 Jan 1959
W. J. Moss, 62 Buried Friday At Sandy Creek
     Funeral services for William Jones Moss Sr., retired Southern Railway employee. who died Wednesday night December 30, in the Griffin Spalding County hospital were held Friday afternoon at three o'clock at the Sandy Creek Primitive Baptist Church with the Elder W. S Kelly officiating. Interment was in the church yard cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Moss succumbed Wednesday from a stroke suffered Monday night at his home at 181 Lyons St. Born In Butts county, he was the son of James D. Moss and Mrs. Katie Kelly Moss. He was a member of the Union Ridge Christian Church.
     Following his retirement after many years service as a section foreman of the Southern Railway, he became driver of the Citizens Bus Service, Inc., a chartered bus service organized by parents of Jackson to furnish transportation for their children to and from school. In this capacity he endeared himself to his youthful charges and earned the respect of parents for his courtesy, and careful driving.
     Survivors include his wife, the former Miss Lois Fogg; seven daughters, Mr. Hazel Young, Mrs. Marvin Bennett, Mrs. W H. Kitchens, Mrs. J. I. King, Miss Helen Moss, all, of Jackson; Mrs. T. D. King, Altos Okla.; Mrs. James Blesslett Macon; three sons, H. J. Moss, O. S. Moss, Jackson; W. J. Moss Jr., Hendersonville; N. C.; one brother Claude Moss: two sisters, Mrs. Lizzie Honeycut, Griffin, Mrs. Mellie Sanford Jones, Hamilton, Ohio; stepmother, Mrs. Annie Moss, Indian Springs; six half brothers; one half sisters, and 16 grandchildren. ,
     Pallbearers were Franklin Moss, Charles Moss, J. L. Moss, Jack Moss, Luther Moss, and James Mayfield.
[Note: Correction made to fathers name from William James Moss to James D. Moss.
Added one brother Claude Moss which was missing in the original obituary.]

Mosteller, Charles Wesley Jr. (Buster)
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Jul 1994
     Charles Wesley (Buster) Mosteller Jr. of Butts County died Friday, July 15.
     Funeral services were held Sun., July 17, in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with Rev. A L. Price officiating. Interment was in the Pepperton Cemetery in East Jackson.
     Mr. Mosteller was born July 10, 1949 in Fulton County, son of the late Charles W. Mosteller and Bonnie Louise Dollar Mosteller. He was employed by the Lance Company and served in the Georgia National Guard from 1967 to 1973. He was a member of the Towaliga Baptist Church.
     Survivors include wife, Pam Pulliam Mosteller; son, Cary Mosteller; daughter, Nicole Mosteller; mother, Bonnie Louise Dollar Mosteller; brother, Jerry Mosteller; and sister, Beverly Davis, all of Jackson.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Mosteller, Charles Wesley, Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus Mar 1978
C. W. Mosteller Died Monday In Atlanta
     Charles. Wesley Mosteller, Sr., 56, of Route 5, Jackson, died Monday afternoon at 5:00 o'clock at. the Emory University Hospital in Atlanta.
     Son of the late Glenn Mosteller and Ethel Tally Mosteller of Rossville, he was a member of Towaliga Baptist Church, a veteran of World War II, and a freight checker for for Pilot Freight Lines.
     Mr. Mosteller is survived by his wife, Mrs. Bonnie Dollar Mosteller; two sons, Charles Wesley Mosteller, Jr. and Jerry Wayne Mosteller, both of Jackson; one daughter, Mrs. Beverly M. Davies of Jenkinsburg; two grandchildren, Cary Dwaine and Nicole Mosteller; four sisters, Mrs. Eleanor Hester of Marietta, Mrs. Margaret Knight of Smyrna, Mrs. Leila Jo Hathcock of Acworth, Mrs. Gerry York of Fayetteville; several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at 3:00 o'clock from the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with Rev. Bill Thomas and Rev. Joe Parham officiating. Interment was in Jackson City Cemetery. Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge.

Mosteller, Ethel Talley
Jackson Progress Argus 22 Dec 1966
Heart Attack Monday Claims Mrs. Mosteller
     Mrs. Ethel Talley Mosteller, 65, of Route 4, Jackson, died Monday morning at Sylvan Grove Hospital from an apparent heart attack after being admitted there late Sunday evening.
     Mrs. Mosteller formerly resided in Marietta but had lived in Butts County for several years.
     Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock in the chapel of Mayes Ward Funeral Home in Marietta with the Rev. J. L. Holt officiating. Interment was in Roswell Cemetery.
     Mrs. Mosteller is survived by her husband, Mr. J. G. Mosteller; four daughters, Mrs. W. D. Hathcock, Mrs. George J. Knight, Smyrna; Mrs. G. E. York, East Point; Mrs. Eleanor Hester, Marietta; one son, Charles W. Mosteller, Jackson; two sisters, Mrs. Irene Davis, Atlanta; Mrs. Sam Day, DeLand, Fla.; 14 grandchildren, one great grandchild.
Mote, Clarissa Isabelle Trapp
  The Jackson Progress-Argus March 16, 1923
Mrs. Bryant Mote Claimed By Death.
     The friends in Jackson and Butts county of Mrs. Bryant Mote will be sorry to learn of her death which occurred at her home in Atlanta early Monday morning.
     Although she had been suffering from inflammatory rheumatism for some time, the deaths of her son and daughter, Mr. J. E. Mote and Mrs. Mary Boyd Stodghill, coming so close together, was more than her frail constitution could bear and the grief from these two bereavements was directly responsible for her death.
     Mrs. Mote resided in Butts county nearly all her life and was well known for her fine character.
     Besides her husband, Mrs. Mote is survived by four sons, Messrs. W. T., H. C., G. D., and Paul B. Mote and by six grandchildren, the children of Mrs. Edna Mote Lee and Mrs. Stodghill, her deceased daughters, and by one brother, Mr. W. A. Trapp, of Atlanta.
     Funeral services were held Wednesday morning at Macedonia church, with interment in the churchyard.

Mote, George Bryan
Jackson Progress-Argus 8 June 1934
Mr. G. B. Mote Dies in Mountville Home
     The death of Mr. G. B. Mote, 78 years of age, a former well known citizens of Butts county, occurred May 28 at his home in Mountville, Troup county.
     Funeral services were held at Macedonia church Thursday afternoon, with Rev. C. M. Rogers and Rev. Walter E. Brown officiating. Interment was in the churchyard.
     Mr. Mote, who was born and reared in Butts county, lived here until a few years ago when he moved to Troup county for residence. He was highly esteemed by a host of friends. He married the former Miss Belle Trapp, now deceased, and is survived by three sons, W. T. Mote, of Jackson; H. C. Mote, of Youngstown, Ohio, and G. D. Mote, of Mountville; a sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Hardy, of Jackson; four brothers, John and Lee Mote, of Florida; Monroe Mote, of Covington, and Cornelius Mote, of Monticello.

Mote, George Douglas
Jackson Progress-Argus, January 1, 1948.
G. Douglas Mote Taken by Death.
     George Douglas Mote, aged 52, died Monday December 22, in a Griffin hospital after an illness of two years.
     Mr. Mote, who resided at Jenkinsburg, was a son of Bryant Mote and Miss Belle Mapp Mote of Butts county. He operated a service station previous to his last illness. Mr. Mote was a member of the Methodist church.
     Survivors are his wife, the former Miss Mary Lou Moss of Butts county; four children, Bernard and Byron Mote of Atlanta; Carl Mote of LaGrange and William Stodghill of Jackson; two brother, Hugh Mote of Youngstown, Ohio, and W. T. Mote of Jenkinsburg.
     Funeral services were held at the Jenkinsburg Methodist church December 23 and Rev. W. C. Bowen, pastor, officiated. Burial was in the family lot in Macedonia church cemetery and D. T. Carmichael and Sons directed plans.

Mote, Henry
  The Jackson Progress-Argus December 2, 1921
In Memory Of Miss Henry Mote.
     Miss Henry Mote died at the home of her uncle, Mr. J. E. Nail at Forest Park, Ga., on November 2nd 1921, of blood poisoning.
     She was 21 years of age and had been a member of County Line church for seven years. She possessed a sweet disposition and had hosts of friends who mourned her passing.
     She attended the Georgia Alabama Business college in Macon and was stenographer for the Dennison Mfg. Co., in Atlanta, at the time of her death.
     She was formerly a member of the Butts County Canning Club.
     She led an exemplary Christian life and found much pleasure in church work; she was secretary and treasurer of the Jones Chapel Sunday School, where she did splendid work. We are thankful for her sweet and useful life, the memory of which will linger with us always.
     She is survived by her mother, Mrs. H.L. Pelt; a sister, Miss Bessie Pelt, one brother, George Pelt all of Locust Grove; three uncles, Mr. J. L. Mote, of Texas, Mr. Roland Mote, and Mr. William Mote, of McDonough; one aunt, Mrs. J. W. Jenkins, of Alabama; grandmother, Mrs. C. L. Pitts, of Forsyth, Ga.
A FRIEND.

Mote, Hugh C.
Jackson Progress-Argus April 26, 1956
Former Jackson Resident Dies at Ohio Home
     Hugh C. Mote, 67, of Canfield, Ohio, a brother of William T. Mote of Jenkinsburg, died April 6after an illness of 10 months.
     Mr. Mote was the retired general foreman of Republic Steel Corporation's benzol by products plant in Canfield.
     He was born in Jackson, Ga., Jan 10 1889, the son of Bryant and Belle ** Mote and moved to the Youngstown, Ohio area 40 years ago. He was a member of Canfield Methodist Church, Western Star Masonic Lodge, Aut-Mori Grotto, and Miriam Chapter, Eastern Star.
     Besides his wife, the former Mildred Thomas Hays whom he married June 24, 1921, he is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Gilbert Boland of Struthers; a stepson, Reynolds T. Hays of Broadman; a brother, William T. Mote, of JEnkinsburg, Ga. And six grandchildren.
     Funeral services were held at 2 o'clock Monday, April 9, at Williams Funeral Home in Canfield.
     
Mote, Jesse E.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus February 16, 1923
Mr. J. E. Mote Passed Away On February 13.
     Following an illness of several days of pneumonia and other complications, Mr. J. E. Mote, 42 years of age, died at his home near the dam Tuesday night.
     The deceased is survived by his wife; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Bryant Mote, and several brothers and sisters.
     The funeral was held Thursday morning at 11 o'clock at Macedonia church. Interment was in the church yard.

Mote, Mary Fincher
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Jun 1980
Thursday Rites For Mrs. Mote
     Graveside funeral services for Mrs. Mary Fincher Mote, 86, of Jenkinsburg were conducted Saturday morning at eleven o'clock from the Macedonia Cemetery with the Rev. Maxie Threatt officiating. Sherrell Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Mote died at 3:00 p.m. Thursday at the Westbury Medical Care Home in Jenkinsburg.
     She was born in Butts County on Dec. 10, 1893 and was the widow of the late William Thomas Love Mote. She was a seamstress and a member of the Macedonia Baptist Church.
     Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Edna Taratoot of Atlanta, Mrs. Sara Haskins of Memphis, Tennessee, and Miss Tally Mote of Jenkinsburg, five grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren.

Mote, Mary Tally
Jackson Progress Argus 26 Aug 1992
     Mary Tally Mote, formerly of Jenkinsburg, died Wednesday, Aug. 19, at Westbury Medical Care Home in Jackson where she had resided for several years.
     Graveside funeral services were held Friday, Aug. 21, in the Macedonia Baptist Church cemetery in Butts County with Dr. Rodney Autry officiating.
     Miss Mote was born in Butts County March 15, 1918, daughter of the late William Thomas and Mary Fincher Mote. She was a member of the Macedonia Baptist Church.
     Survivors include sisters Edna M. Taratoot of Atlanta and Sara M. Haskins of Memphis, Tennessee.
     Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Mote, Paul B.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus November 19, 1926
Mr. Paul Mote Lost Life By Drowning.
     According to information received here by relatives, Mr. Paul Mote, aged 32, former Butts county citizen, was drowned in Chattanooga, Tenn., Tuesday. The details are meager and the exact nature of the accident has not been learned.
     The body has not been recovered according to last reports. When found the body will be brought to Jackson and carried to Macedonia cemetery for interment.
     Mr. Mote was a son of Mr. J. B. Mote. He served in the World War and was a member of the Masons. The family is well known here.
     Mr. Mote is survived by his father, Mr. J. B. Mote; three brothers, Mr. Douglas Mote, of Mountville, Ga.; Mr. Hugh Mote, of Youngman, Ohio, and Mr. W. T. Mote, of Jackson.

The Jackson Progress-Argus November 26, 1926
Mr. Mote's Funeral Held At Macedonia
     Funeral services for Mr. Paul Mote, aged 32, former Butts county citizen, who lost his life by drowning at Chattanooga, on November 16, were held at Macedonia church Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Rev. W. S. Adams, of the First Baptist church conducted the services in the presence of a large number of relatives and friends. Many pretty floral offerings attested the high esteem in which the young man was held. The Masons had charge of the services at the grave.
     Mr. Mote was employed by the Dixie Sand and Construction Company and was moving a boat from one side of the river to the other and approaching too closely a barge in the Tennessee river was drawn under by the barge. The body was shipped to Jackson Friday morning and carried to Macedonia for funeral services.
     Mr. Mote was born and reared in Butts county. He was a son of Mr. J. B. Mote and besides his father is survived by three brothers, Mr. Douglas Mote, of Mountville, Ga., Mr. Hugh Mote, of Youngstown, Ohio, and Mr. W. T. Mote, of Jackson.
     He served in the World War, having seen service on the Mexican border and in camps in this country. He held membership in the Hapeville lodge of Masons.
     Friends of the family sympathize with them deeply in their sorrow.

Mote, W. P.
  Butts County Progress April 30, 1915
     Mrs. R. L. Brown's friends sympathize with her in the death of her brother, Mr. W. P. Mote, which occurred at his home in Leilaton last Thursday. Mrs. Brown attended the funeral and returned home Saturday.

Mote, William Thomas
Jackson Progress Argus 14 Feb 1963
W. T. Mote, 80, Died Wednesday At Jenkinsburg
     Mr. William Thomas Mote, 80, of Jenkinsburg, well known retired farmer, died early Wednesday afternoon, February 6, at his home following a long period of declining health.
     A native of Butts County Mr. Mote was the son of Mr. Bryant Mote and Mrs. Isabel Trapp Mote. He was a member of the Macedonia Baptist Church.
     Funeral services were held at 11 o'clock Friday morning from Macedonia Baptist Church with the Rev. T. H. Wilder, pastor, officiating. Interment was in Macedonia Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Mote is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mary Fincher Mote; three daughters, Mrs. Sam Taratoot of Atlanta, Mrs. Sarah Haskins of Memphis, Tenn., Miss Tallie Mote of Jenkinsburg; two sisters-in-law, Mrs. H. C. Mote of Youngstown, Ohio and Mrs. F. S. Bohannon of Jenkinsburg; five grandchildren and one great grandchild; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Bernard Mote, Byron Mote, Carl Mote, W. N. Stodghill, J. O. Minter, H. M. Hooten.

Moulder, Rosa Smith
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Jun 1963
Mrs. Moulder, Butts Native, Died Friday
     Mrs. Rosa Smith Moulder, of Spalding County, widow of Mr. William Early Moulder, died Friday afternoon in Augusta while on a visit to her daughter.
     Mrs. Moulder was born in Butts County and lived in the Midway Community in Spalding County. She was a member of the Midway Methodist Church.
     Funeral services were conducted Sunday at two o'clock from the Pittman-Rawls Chapel with Rev. Wallace Z. Wiggins officiating. Interment was in Oak Hill Cemetery. No survivors from Jackson or Butts County were listed.

Moushon, William
Macon Georgia Telegraph August 14, 1830
     Died, at the Indian Spring, on the 39th of July last, Mr. William Moushon, of Jones county, in the 27th year of his age.

Moxley, Ernest E.
  Butts County Progress August 2, 1912
Ernest Moxley Dead.
     Ernest, the 16 year old son of Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Moxley, died Tuesday, after a long illness of typhoid fever. The funeral was held Wednesday, with interment at Sandy Creek.

Moxley, Willie Virginia Pope
Jackson Progress-Argus, August 26, 1948.
Mrs. J. S. Moxley Passes in Macon.
     Friends and relatives of Mrs. J. S. Moxley will regret to learn of her death August 19 in Macon. Mrs. Moxley was the former Miss Willie Virginia Pope and was born in Jasper county October 25, 1874. She was a daughter of the late Mrs. Emily Maddox Pope of Butts county and William Kirby Pope and for many years resided in Flovilla but had been a resident of Macon for 25 years.
     Funeral services were held at the Flovilla Baptist church Saturday. The Rev. E. C. Sheehan officiated and interment was in the Sandy Creek cemetery with Harts Mortuary directing plans.
     Pallbearers were David Brisendine, Olan Baker, W. A. Smith Jr., Butler Long, Charlie Long, Elbert Long.
     Survivors are her husband; one daughter, Mrs. E. L. Killebrew; one sister, Mrs. N. K. Vickers of Flovilla; one half sister, Mrs. Lewis Lane of Jenkinsburg; three nieces, Mrs. David Brisendine of Griffin; Mrs. Olan Baker of Macon and Mrs. W. A. Smith Jr. of Flovilla.

Moxon, Amy Marie
Jackson Progress Argus 30 May 1979
Amy Moxon Was Buried Saturday
     Graveside services for little Miss Amy Marie Moxon were held Saturday afternoon at 3 p.m. in the Zebulon Street Cemetery in Barnesville with the Rev. Franklin Gibson officiating.
     Miss Moxon, the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Edward Moxon, of 150 L. Macon Avenue, Jackson, died Friday at the Upson County Hospital in Thomaston.
     In addition to her parents, Amy is survived. by two brothers, Mark Edward Moxon and Bryan Keith Moxon, both of Jackson; a sister, Janice Renise Moxon, of Jackson; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Moxon, of Milner, and Mr. and Mrs. Grover Faulkner of Forsyth; great grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Denver Haygood of Milner and Mr. and Mrs. Ed Vaughn of Forsyth.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Barnesville was in charge of arrangements.

Moye, Alexander Newton, Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 01 May 1985
     Funeral services for Alexander Newton Moye Sr., 78, of Barnesville were held today at 2 p.m. from the Ramah Primitlve Baptist Church near Barnesville.
A former member of the State Legislature, Mr. Moy served from 1948 to 1954 as director of the Georgia Department of State Parks and planned the expansion of Indian Springs State Park.

Muckridge, Martin
Jackson Progress Argus 08 May 1975
Mr. Muckridge Buried At Sandy Creek
     Mr. Martin Muckridge, 64, died Tuesday night about 10 o'clock at Westbury Nursing Home in Jenkinsburg where he had been a resident for about two and one half months.
     Mr. Muckridge was born September 28, 1910 in Youngstown, Ohio, the son of the late Mr. Michael Vukick and Mrs. Mary Lunchar Vukick. Mr. Muckridge had his legal name changed later to the name he bore through his adult life.
     A retired steelworker, Mr. Muckridge was a member of the Catholic Church.
     Graveside services were held Thursday morning, May 1st, at 11 a. m. at Sandy Creek Cemetery with interment there. Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Muckridge is survived by three nephews, Richard T. Muckridge; John M. Muckridge, and William Joseph Muckridge, all of Decatur; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Mary Muckridge, of Youngstown, Ohio.

Mulcahy, James, Mrs.
  The Jackson Argus April 22, 1910
Mrs. James Mulcahy Passes Away.
     After several months feeble health Mrs. James Mulcahy died Thursday morning out at the river camp. She leaves her husband, who is chief inspector of construction at the dam, and three small children. They are from Canada, but she was buried in West View cemetery, Atlanta. The funeral services were conducted at the Church of the Immaculate Conception.

Butts County Progress May 13, 1910
Jackson R.F.D. No. 2
(held over from previous week)
     Mrs. James Mulcahy died suddenly at the dam last Thursday morning. The remains were carried to Atlanta Friday and placed in a receiving vault where they will remain for a few months when they will be taken to her old home in Boston, Mass. She leaves a husband and three small children and a sister who have the sympathy of their friends.

Mulkey, Felix Ray
Jackson Progress Argus 18 Feb 1965
Heart Attack Sunday Claims Felix Mulkey
     Mr. Felix Ray Mulkey, 61, of Route 1, Flovilla, died of an apparent heart attack Sunday at the home of his sister, Mrs. A. G. King of Flovilla.
     Born in McFall, Ala., he was the son of the late John Mulkey and Mrs. Martha Sissom Mulkey. He was a member of Elam Baptist Church.
     Funeral services were conducted Tuesday afternoon at two o'clock from Elam Baptist Church in Coweta County. Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.
     Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Pauline Doles of Gray, Mrs. Nellie Jean Swain of Tampa, Fla., Mrs. Minnie Lou Smith of Macon; one son, John L. Mulkey of Newnan; four sisters, Mrs. B. W. Wilson of Smyrna, Mrs. Cliff Payton and Mrs. Jodie Payton, both of Newnan, Mrs. A. G. King of Flovilla; seven grandchildren.

Mullins, Clarence
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Aug 1973
Tennessee Drowning Claims Life Mrs. Joe Taylor's Kin
     A two week's vacation with friends in Lancaster, Pa. and with relatives in Winchester Tennessee turned into a nightmare for Mr. and Mrs. Joe Taylor when Mrs. Taylor's brother-in-law, Clarence Mullins, 53, drowned Saturday night, August 18th, in Tims Ford Lake near Winchester.
     Mr. Taylor, vice president and executive officer of McIntosh State Bank, returned to Jackson late Sunday and told of the tragedy before returning Monday to Winchester for the funeral services.
     Mr. Taylor said Mr. Mullins was an ardent fisherman and had gone to Tims Lake Saturday afternoon. His boat was found capsized along with his hat and life preserver about nine o'clock Saturday night, leading searchers to believe that he had drowned sometime between four o'clock and nine o'clock. His body was recovered by dragging operations about 8:30 Sunday morning in 8 ft. water some 60 yards from where his capsized boat was first sighted. Mr. Taylor said the boat was discovered in water more than 60 feet deep.
     Mr. Mullins was manager of a production and credit association at Winchester and was a widely known farmer of his area. Mr. Taylor and his wife were visiting the Mullins home when the police called notifying the family that his capsized boat had been found.
     Mr. Mullins is survived by his wife, Mrs. Helen Lee Mullins, and two children, Jennifer Mullins and John Mullins, all of Winchester; his mother, one brother, and two sisters, all of Winchester. Mr. Mullins was a member of Payne's Baptist Church.
     Funeral services were held at two o'clock Monday afternoon from the chapel of Watson Funeral Home in Winchester.
                    
Mullins, Margaret T. Carter
  Middle Georgia Argus November 4, 1884
  In Memoriem,
Another Mother In Israel Gone.
     Departed this life on the 2nd day of Sept. last, Mrs. Margaret T. Mullins, consort of Elder John Mullins. She was born in Baldwin county, Ga., on the 13th day of December 1813. Her father, Joseph Carter, moved to Monroe county when she was quite young. She was married to Elder John Mullins on the 25th day of December 1831 with whom she lived happily for nearly 53 years. She joined the Baptist church in 1834 and remained a consistent member of the same until her death. It was the writers good fortune to have been intimately acquainted with her for over fifty years, and he can truly say, that in all the relations of life, as wife, mother, sister and friend she fully exemplified her christian character; and leaves a devoted husband, and a number of children and grand children to mourn her loss. Weep not dear friends, but try and prepare to meet her in Heaven. She died from the disease known as rose cancer, no human tongue can describe her sufferings, yet she bore them without a murmur, and died in the full assurance of a blessed immortality beyond the grave. Not long before her death, she sung distinctly two verses of that beautiful farewell song "My christian friends in bonds of love."
A Friend.

Mullins, Ouida Carreker
  The Progress-Argus June 10, 1927
  Sister Of Mr. Carreker Passed Away In Atlanta.
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. G. B Carreker's sister, Mrs. S. G. Mullins, which occurred at the Piedmont Sanitarium in Atlanta Thursday of the past week. Mrs. Mullins was formerly Miss Ouida Carreker, was born and reared in Zebulon and was a member of the Baptist church, she had often visited here and had many friends who are pained to know of her death. Besides her husband, Mr. S. G. Mullins, of Thomaston, she is survived by three brothers, W. H, Carreker, Atlanta, J. H. Carreker, Chicago and G. B. Carreker, Jackson.
     Funeral services were held at the Zebulon Baptist church Saturday morning. The pastor was assisted by Rev. S. H. England, of Thomaston, and interment was in the Zebulon cemetery.
  
Mullins, T. E., Mrs. (nee English)
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Jun 1954
Funeral Rites For Mrs. Mullins
     Mrs. T. E. Mullins, 88, native of Monroe county but a resident of Jackson the past 13 years, died at the home of her sister, Mrs. Etta Higgins on North Mulberry Street early Tuesday. She had been sick for three weeks.
     Mrs. Mullins, widow of Thomas E. Mullins, was born April 6, 1866 in Monroe county, daughter of J. G. English and Mrs. Ardecia Goddard English. Several years ago she moved to Jackson to make her home with her sister, Mrs. Etta Higgins and niece, Miss Tommie Higgins, teacher in the Jackson schools.
     Funeral services were held at High Shoals Primitive Baptist Church Wednesday at 2 p. m. Rev. G. A. Briggs officiated and burial was in the churchyard with Peacock & Ball Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Survivors are one sister, Mrs. Etta Higgins, Jackson; three step-children, Mrs. E. P. Maddox, Griffin, Mrs. L. B. Butler, Forsyth, Albert Mullins, Barnesville; several nieces and nephews.

Mullis, Edison J.
Jackson Progress Argus 07 Dec 1967
Brother Of Mrs. Dan Hoard Buried at Rentz
     Funeral services for Edison J. Mullis, 59, of Rentz, were held Saturday morning, November 18, at Townsend Chapel in Dublin with the Rev. J. C. Nalls and the Rev. W. L. Tipton officiating. Interment was in the family cemetery in Rentz with Townsend Brothers Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Mullis, brother of Mrs. Dan Hoard of Indian Springs, was a life-long resident of the Rentz community. He was the son of the late Lovett N. Mullis and Mrs. Alice Lola McLeod Mullis of Laurens County. Mr. Mullis died November 16th in an Atlanta hospital after an illness of four days. He was an engineer with the State Highway Department, stationed in Forsyth.
     Mr. Mullis is survived by two brothers, Elbert Mullis and Lynn Mullis, both of Dublin; three sisters, Mrs. W. T. Roach of Dublin, Mrs. Dan Hoard of Indian Springs, and Mrs. Tommie Cook of Macon; six nephews and one niece.
     Pallbearers were Elbert Mullis Jr., Danny Hoard, Ed ;Hoard, Neil Mullis, Gene Bracewell, and T. E. Mackey.

Mullis, L. N., Mrs. (nee McLeod)
Jackson Progress Argus 12 Sep 1957
Last Rites Were Held Thursday For Mrs. Mullis
     Funeral services for Mrs. L. N. Mullis, 64, of Rentz, were held Thursday afternoon at the Rentz Methodist Church with the Rev. W. L. Tipton, assisted by the Rev. Bobby Moye and the Rev. J. C. Nalls officiating. Burial was in the Rentz cemetery.
     Mrs. Mullis died Wednesday afternoon in a Dublin hospital after an illness of several months. She was a native of Laurens County, daughter of the late George McLeod and Mary Etta Fordham McLeod and widow of the late L. N. Mullis. She was a member of the Rentz Methodist Church.
     Survivors include three sons, Elbert Mullis of Dublin, Edison Mullis and Lynn Mullis of Rentz; three daughters, Mrs. Dan Hoard of Indian Springs; Mrs. W. T. Roach of Dublin and Mrs. Tommy Cook of Macon; three brothers, Alfred McLeod, of White House, Fla.; Ota McLeod and Charlie McLeod of Hazelhurst; three sisters, Mrs. Thomas Harrell, Mrs. Sherman Bush and Mrs. Joe Overstreet, all of Hazelhurst, and five grandchildren.

Mullis, Latrelle Gillespie
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Oct 1993
     Latrelle Gillespie Mullis of Jackson died Fri., Oct. 8, at Crawford Long Hospital in Atlanta.
     Funeral services were held Sun., Oct. 10, in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with Rev. Joel Brown officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mrs. Mullis was born Jan. 29, 1927 in Coffee County, daughter of the late Lawrence David and Leona Brown Gillespie.
     She was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church in Butts County.
     Survivors include husband Thurman Mullis of Jackson; daughters Diane Branch of Atlanta, Elaine Hunter of Gainesville and Caroline Mullis of Atlanta; sons William Mullis of Jackson; brother Leonard Gillespie of Tifton; sister Allene Paulk of Brunswick; and five grandchildren.
     Sherrell Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Mullis, Lovett M.
Jackson Progress Argus 05 Mar 1942
Mrs. Dan Hoard's Father Dies in Laurens County
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. Dan Hoard of Indian Springs sympathize with them in the death of Mrs. Hoard's father, Lovett M. Mullis former postmaster at Rentz and father of Laurens county school superintendent Elbert Mullis, which occurred Wednesday in a Dublin hospital. Mr. Mullis was actively identified with the business affairs of Laurens county.
     Funeral services were held Thursday at 11 a. m. at the Rentz Methodist church.

Mullis, Lynn Neil, Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Jan 1987
     Lynn Neil Mullis Sr. of Dublin, Ga. died Sunday at a Dublin hospital.
     The funeral was held Tuesday at 11 a.m. at Pine Hill United Methodist Church with the Revs. Gary Carter, Harvey Strickland and Ed Hoard officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.
     Mr. Mullis, a native of Laurens County, was a retired supervisor for J. P. Stevens Co.
     Survivors include his wife, Sylvia Brantley Mullis; son, Lynn Neil Mullis Jr. of Rentz, Ga.; daughter, Marie Mullis Durrett of Augusta; stepsons, Michael Fordham of Newnan, Johnny Fordham of Fayetteville, N.C., and Chuck Fordham of Dublin; stepdaughter, Dayn Fordham of Dublin; brother, Elbert Mullis of Dublin; sisters, Bessie Lou Roach of Dublin, Clyde Hoard of Indian Springs, and Joy Cook of Macon; three grandchildren.

Mundy, A. J.
(See Christian, J. A.)

Murph, John S.
Jackson Progress Argus 12 Aug 1943
John S. Murph Taken By Death At Marshalville
     The death of John S. Murph, 65, prominent resident of Marshallville, which occurred early Monday as the result of a heart attack, brought regret to friends and relatives in Butts county. Mr. Murph had often visited Col. and Mrs. W. E. Watkins and was known to many residents of the county. He was a brother-in-law of Mrs. Watkins.
Native of Macon county, he had long been actively identified with the business, social, educational and religious life of that section. He was a successful farmer, peach grower and business man. He was a member of the Methodist church and a graduate of Emory College at Oxford, member of the board of education, superintendent of the Sunday school and otherwise active in civic affairs.
     He is survived by his wife, the former Miss Willa Vida Rambo of Bluffton; a daughter, Mrs. Opie Shelton, one son, Ensign John Murph Jr., instructor at Naval Air Base, Norman, Okla.; two brothers, Frank and Burke Murph, both of Marshallville; a sister, Mrs. Sam Banks of Newnan.
     Funeral services were held at the home Wednesday morning at 10:30 with Rev. J. A. Rountree officiating and burial was in the Marshallville cemetery.

Murphy, J. C.
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Feb 1990
     J. C. Murphy, 51, of Route 4, Jackson, died Saturday at his residence.
     The funeral was held Monday at 3 p.m. at Victory Tabernacle in Conyers with the
Revs. Franklin Walden, Urius Cantrell and Greg Dunlop officiating. Burial was in Hour
of Deliverance Camp Ground in Conyers.
     Mr. Murphy, a former resident of Monroe, had lived in Jackson 10 years. He was,, a plumber and a member of the Plumbers and Steam Fitters Local 72. He was an Air Force veteran and a member of Victory Tabernacle.
     Survivors include his wife, Carol Astin Murphy; daughters, Brenda Criswell of Barnesville, Rita Rowe of Monroe, Jennifer Chappell of Jersey, Ga., and Candice Valenti of Covington; sons, William and Allan Murphy, both of Monroe; brother, Bobby Murphy of Loganville; 12 grandchildren.
     Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Horne in Covington was in charge of arrangements.
Murray, W. A. Mrs. (nee Hardin)
  Jackson Progress Argus, August 9, 1945
Mrs. W. A. Murray Died Monday at Ashburn Home
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. H. O. Ball and Mrs. Ollie Willingham sympathize with them in the death of their sister, Mrs. W. A. Murray, of Ashburn. Mrs. Murray died early Monday morning at a hospital in Cordele following a heart attack. She was 75 years old and had resided in Ashburn for a number of years.
     Mrs. Murray is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Albert Tharpe, Mrs. O. C. Turner; two sons, Messrs. Willie B. and Frank, all of Ashburn; five sisters, Mrs. J. D. Scott, Charlotte, N. C.; Mrs. M. A. Lifsey, Flint, Michigan; Mrs. R. A. Warnock, Brooklet; Mrs. H. O. Ball and Mrs., Ollie Willingham, Jackson; one brother Mr. Clyde Harden, Ashburn.
     Funeral services were held at the Ashburn Baptist church Tuesday afternoon and burial was in the Ashburn cemetery.
     Mr. and Mrs. Ball, Mrs. Willingham and Mr. and Mrs. Lifsey, who were visiting here, attended the service.

Mussett, Marvin, Jr.
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Mar 1944
Marvin Mussett Reported Missing in Recent Action
     Miss Annie Lou McCord received news Wednesday that her nephew, Marvin Mussett, Jr., of Memphis Tenn., was missing in action over Germany. The news came to his mother, Mrs. A. W. O'Byrnes, the former Miss Mary Willard Lewis.
     Young Mussett was a navigator on a Flying Fortress and entered service in January 1943 a few days before he was 18. He attended school in Jackson for a while, later going to Tech High in Memphis, where he was a ROTC captain. He was graduated from Navigator School at Salem Field, La., and went overseas in December. He was a grandson of the late Rev. and Mrs. J. S. Lewis of Jackson.
     Friends of the family hope that this fine young man may be safe somewhere and that good news will come to them before long.

Myer, William P.
Jackson Progress Argus 27 May 1954
Adopted Son Of Jackson Couple Dies in Germany
     William P. Myer, 40, adopted son of Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Myers of Jackson, died in Germany recently as a result of injuries suffered in a motorcycle accident. His wife, riding with him at the time was also critically injured and at last reports had not regained consciousness.
     Myers was serving with the American Army in Germany where he had been stationed for some time. He was a veteran of World War II and had a long service in the Army and lacked but, two years of retirement. The body will be returned to the states for burial, the family here was advised.
     Native of Bremen, the soldier had been overseas for some time.
     Friends here extend sympathy to the family in their bereavement.

Myers, Mary Cobb Edmonds
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Jul 1979
Mrs. Myers Was Buried In Jackson
     Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Cobb Edmonds Myers, 83, were held Saturday morning at 11 o'clock from the Hillcrest Chapel of Acree-Davis Funeral Home in Toccoa.
     Gravesides services followed at 4 p.m. in the Jackson City Cemetery with the Rev. Maxie Threatt officiating. Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of local arrangements.
     Mrs. Myers died Thursday in the Stephens County Hospital in Toccoa after an extended illness.
     A former resident of Jackson, she and her late husband lived here for about 15years. She was a member of. the Jackson Presbyterian Church.
     Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Bonnie Martin, of Griffin and Mrs. Thomas Sexton; of Toccoa; a son, Barry D. Eclmonds, of Alexandria, Va.; two brothers, John Henry Cobb, Jr., Hollywood, Ga. and Ernest Cobb, of Lowen, N.C.;
     Three sisters, Mrs. Hattie Candel, Toccoa, Mrs. Mattie Watson, Toccoa and Mrs Christine Chasteen, Winder; 12 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren.

Myers, Robert Earl
Jackson Progress Argus 21 Apr 1993
     Robert Earl Myers of Jackson died Mon., April 19, at Sylvan Grove Hospital.
     Graveside services were held Wed., April 21, at the Jackson City Cemetery with Rev. Gene Sellers officiating.
     Mr. Myers was born March 7, 1926 in Waynesville, Ohio, son of the late Oscar Myers and the late Gertrude Caption Myers. He was retired from the trucking industry after 47 years.
     Survivors include wife Judith Layne Myers, and other relatives.
     Sherrell Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Myers, William Arthur
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Nov 1964
Wm. A. Myers, 80, Passes Sunday At Jackson Home
     Funeral services for Mr. William Arthur Myers, 80, of 340 McDonough Road, Jackson, were conducted Monday afternoon from the Jackson Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Jerry Tabler, pastor, and Rev. Wade H. Bell, former pastor, officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Myers, a native of Lula, died Sunday morning, November 15, around one o'clock at his home. He had been in declining health for a number of years.
     He was a retired general merchandise merchant, having worked in Bremen for a long number of years. He was a member of the Jackson Presbyterian Church and of the Masonic Lodge No. 456 of Bremen.
     The son of the late Mr. Elija Myers and Lorendia O'Kelly Myers, Mr. Myers moved to Jackson a number of years ago.
     He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mary Cobb Edmonds Myers of Jackson; three step daughters, Mrs. C. C. Swafford of Toccoa, Mrs. Tommie Sexton of Toccoa, Mrs. George Martin of Griffin; one step son, Berry Edmonds of Falls Church, Va.; four sisters, Mrs. George Fordham of Heflin, Ala., Mrs. Clora McIntire of HefIlin, Ala., Mrs. Emma Maxwell of Commerce, Mrs. Lillian Hicks of Atlanta; two brothers, T. G. Myers of Garden Dale, Ala., M. C. Myers of Birmingham, Ala.
     Pallbearers were Doyle Jones Jr., M. W. Carmichael, Kipling Wise, Lovett Fletcher, Russell Price and Ennis O'Neal.

Myrick, Monroe
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Sep 1979
Myrick Rites Held Saturday
     Funeral services for Mr. Monroe Myrick, of Railroad St., Flovilla, were held Saturday, September 15th at the Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church in Cork. Rev. R. L. Newby and Rev. H.L. Wright officiating. Interment was in the China Grove Cemetery;
     Mr. Myrick died Sept. 12th.
     He is survived by his wife, Mr. Mildred Myrick; two children, Mrs. Margaret Dukes of Flovilla and Mr. Lewis Myrick of Atlanta; one sister, Miss Carolyn Myrick of Atlanta; .two grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.
     Abe Trimier Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Myrick, Walter M.
Jackson Progress Argus 01 May 1985
     Walter M. Myrick of 543 N. Mulberry St., Jackson, died Sunday night at Sylvan Grove Hospital.
     Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Trimier-Jackson Funeral Services.

Myricks, Walter W. M.
Jackson Progress Argus 08 May 1985
     Walter W. M. Myricks, 48, of 543 N. Mulberry St., Jackson, died April 28, at Sylvan Grove Hospital. Mr. Myricks was a native of Butts County, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Myricks.
     Survivors include five daughters, Debbie Walker of Jackson and Dorothy, Carol Michelle, and Meka Myricks. all of Atlanta; sons, Karl, Cedric, and Barry Myricks, all of Atlanta; sisters, Donisha, Pye, Ora Mae Smith, and Veront Myrick, all of Jackson., brothers, Jimmy Lee and Jack Myricks, both of Atlanta, and James, AI, Eugene, and Roddie Myricks, all of Jackson; six grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
     The funeral was held Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Mount Pleasant Baptist Church with the Rev. H. R. Wright officiating. Burial was in Friendship Cemetery.
     Trimier-Jackson Funeral Services was in charge of arrangements.

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