Obituaries

Jul 21, 2025

Mother Mae Willis-McCloud, age 92 , transitioned peacefully at her residence in Haines City, Florida, on July 21st, 2025.

Final arrangements are posted below.

McDowell's Funeral Home, Inc. is entrusted with Home Going Care!

Jul 14, 2025

Patricia Ann Harps-Willis was born on November 11th, 1948, in Griffin, Georgia, to the late Tommy Lee and Emma Harps. Patricia was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and a beloved member of her community. Her legacy of faith, love, and service will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.

Patricia's...

Jul 8, 2025

~ Reflections of Life and Legacy ~

Cornell Warthen was born on December 12th, 1941, to the late Albert B. and Roxie Parks in Griffin, Georgia. She was employed at Dundee Mills for over 35 years.

Cornell was the devoted mother of Leonard J. Warthen, the proud grandmother of Marquitta S....

Jun 28, 2025

Ms. Siarra Kyisha Barrow, age 25 , of Jonesboro, Georgia, transitioned Saturday, June 28th, 2025, at her residence.

McDowell's Funeral Home, Inc. is entrusted with Home Going Care.

Jun 19, 2025

I n Loving Memory of Trudie Mae Lewis Harden February 28th, 1937 – June 19th, 2025

The beautiful journey of Trudie Mae Lewis Harden began on February 28, 1937, when God blessed the union of Lillie Mae Scott Lewis and James Lovett Lewis Sr., both of whom preceded her in death....

May 30, 2025

Eugene Mays, Jr. was born June 9th, 1936, in Lamar County, Georgia to the late Eugene Mays, Sr. and Jossie Barnes Mays. Eugene was the fourth of eight children. He graduated from Booker High School in Milner, Georgia.

After high school, he served in the Army for 2 years. After the military, he migrated to...

May 30, 2025

Mr. Gary West, affectionately known as, "SNOOP" was born to the late Henry Richard and Alice Parks-West in Atlanta, Georgia.

Preceding him in passing are his brother: Jim Henry West and sister: Vivilay Lemon.

"SNOOP" entered into rest on Friday, May 30th, 2025, at Pruitt Healthcare of Atlanta.

Left to cherish the memories...

May 22, 2025

Mother Mattie Lois Nash-Harrison was born March 5th, 1950, to the union of the late Willie C. and late Mittie L. Nash in Griffin, Georgia.

Mattie was sweet and loving to her family and beloved friends, but being the disciplined individual that she was, you knew she loved you by her correction and at times,...

May 9, 2025

Mrs. Sharon Diane Shelley , age 72 , of Griffin, Georgia, transitioned Friday, May 9th, 2025, at Brightmoor Hospice.

Cremation arrangements are entrusted to McDowell's Funeral Home, Inc.

Apr 28, 2025

Mr. Donameche Pyron , age 63 , from Griffin, Georgia, transitioned on Monday, April 28th, 2025, at Piedmont Atlanta Hospital.

Final arrangements are posted below.

McDowell's Funeral Home, Inc. is entrusted with Home Going Care.

Apr 25, 2025

Mother Mae Helen Barrow-Gaines , aged 78 , of Griffin, Georgia, and formerly of Homestead, Florida, transitioned on April 25th, 2025, at Brightmoor Hospice. Born on May 2nd, 1946, she was a beloved member of her community. Local arrangements have been entrusted to McDowell's Funeral Home, Inc., while final arrangements are being handled by Range...

Apr 23, 2025

Reverend Jason Lee Russell was born on August 21st, 1983, in Spalding County, Georgia, to the late Larry James Russell and Martha Sims Russell.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Mr. Demery Sims, Mrs. L.V. Sims, Mr. Johnny Roy Russell and Mrs. Allie Mae Russell, as well as one Aunt and several Uncles....

Apr 21, 2025

Mother Mattie B. Fuller, age 99, of Griffin transitioned Monday, April 21st, 2025 in Jackson, Georgia.

Final arrangements will be posted below at a later date.

McDowell's Funeral Home, Inc. is entrusted with Home Going Care!

Apr 18, 2025

Mrs. Donna E. Blanton-Smith, age 60, of Griffin, Georgia transitioned Friday, April 18th, 2025 at Brightmoor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Final arrangements are entrusted to McDowell's Funeral Home, Inc.

Apr 6, 2025

Jerrell Tyrone Lyons' Life Story

"For GOD so Loved the world that HE gave HIS only begotten SON, that whosoever believes in HIM shall not perish but have everlasting Life." John 3:16

Mr. Jerrell T. Lyons , a cherished individual known for his jovial personality and infectious smile, was...

Mar 31, 2025

Elizabeth Alexandra Callaway (Jennings) was born January 24, 1935, to Mr. Joesph and Lucille Thurman Jennings in Senoia, Ga. Her parents, and siblings, preceded her in her death: Rufus Jennings, William Jennings, John E Jennings, SA (SAM) Jennings, and Rosie Gertrude Moore. She attended school in Coweta County, Georgia, Harelson, Georgia and Fairmont High School in Griffin, Georgia.

Mar 28, 2025

Lewis Thomas Tiggler, Jr

"LT"

Deacon Lewis Thomas Tiggler, Jr was born July 6, 1933, in Pike County, Molena, Georgia to the parents of Deacon Lewis Thomas Tiggler, Sr., and Ivy Viola Prothro Tiggler. Lewis joined the Mount Olive Baptist Church in Molena at an...

Mar 27, 2025

Mrs. Sarah E. Rutherford, age 45, of Griffin, transitioned Thursday, March 27th, 2025, at Southern Regional Medical Center.

Final arrangements are entrusted to McDowell's Funeral Home, Inc.

Mar 24, 2025

Mother Gwen Jordan was born July 10th, 1946, to Maggie Shannon in Griffin Georgia.  She attended Fairmont High School and was Valedictorian of her Class of 1964. After High School, she attended Clark Atlanta University.  She returned back to Griffin to raise her sons.  She touched the lives of so many with her warmth and wisdom, always...

Mar 22, 2025

Mr. Raymond Curtis Bogan, Sr., one of twelve siblings, was born on August 7th, 1948, to the late John and Ella Bogan. He received his education in Spalding County, Georgia, and graduated from Fairmont High School. At the age of 19, he was drafted into the Army, where he earned several commendations, including the Combat Infantryman Badge,...