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Griffin, Georgia Obituaries

Mother Mattie B. Fuller

Mother Mattie B. Fuller

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!

Donna Eugenia Blanton-Smith

Donna Eugenia Blanton-Smith

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.

Jerrell Tyrone Lyons

Jerrell Tyrone Lyons

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...

Elizabeth Alexandria Callaway

Elizabeth Alexandria Callaway

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.

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Deacon Lewis Thomas "Lt" Tiggler, Jr.

Deacon Lewis Thomas "Lt" Tiggler, Jr.

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...

Sarah Elizabeth Rutherford

Sarah Elizabeth Rutherford

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.

Gwendolyn Annette Jordan

Gwendolyn Annette Jordan

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...

Raymond Curtis Bogan, Sr.

Raymond Curtis Bogan, Sr.

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,...

Daunte Orlando Dallas

Daunte Orlando Dallas

Mar 9, 2025

Obituary

Mr. Daunte Orlando Dallas was born January 12th, 1972, to the late Leroy Dallas, Sr. and Mrs. Clarice Dallas in Griffin, Georgia.

He was a humble person with a beautiful heart and spirit. His smile was contagious, as was his soft-spoken voice and love for his family. He...

Rev. Wesley Louis Moss

Rev. Wesley Louis Moss

Feb 26, 2025

Rev. Wesley L. Moss , age 88, of Snellville, Georgia transitioned Wednesday, February 26th, 2025, at Brightmoor Hospice of Griffin.

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

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Josie Lee Watson-King

Josie Lee Watson-King

Feb 16, 2025

On December 2nd, 1943, Mrs. Josie Lee King was born in Pike County, Georgia to the late Willie Watson and Josephine Smith Watson. She was the fourth child of six siblings.

On August 26th, 1961, she married her High School Sweetheart, Eddie Lee King. They shared 47 years together until death did them apart. To this Union...

Deacon James Henry Scott

Deacon James Henry Scott

Feb 15, 2025

~ Reflections of Life ~ "I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith:"

2 Timothy 4:7

James H. Scott passed away peacefully on February 15, 2025, at WellStar Hospital in Griffin, Georgia. He was born on November 18, 1928, and was lovingly raised...

Mother Essie Mae Jackson

Mother Essie Mae Jackson

Jan 25, 2025

Mother Essie Mae Jackson, age 84, of Gay, Georgia transitioned on Saturday, January 25th, 2025 at her residence.

Final arrangements will be posted below at a later date.

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

1St Lady Virginia "Genan" Akins

1St Lady Virginia "Genan" Akins

Jan 24, 2025

Obituary

"Genan" was born to the late Arthur Jr. and Rosa Mae Byars in Griffin, Georgia on April 15th, 1957.

She transitioned from this earthly life, surrounded by love, on January 24th, 2025. Preceding her in death is her grandson: Kierston Akins; sisters: Carolynn Caldwell and Jeanette Jones; grandparents:...

Mary Jane Stapley

Mary Jane Stapley

Jan 23, 2025

Obituary

Mary Jane Stapley, born August 15th, 1946 to the late Wesley and Jeanette Glick, transitioned from this part of her journey on January 23rd, 2025, surrounded by love.

She worked at several different jobs. Her favorite thing to do was reading James Patterson books.

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Donald "Can Man" Williams

Donald "Can Man" Williams

Jan 8, 2025

Mr. Donald Williams was the son of Catherine and Donnie Williams. He was born on November 13th, 1972, in Griffin, Georgia, Spalding County. On January 8th, 2025, he was called home after a tragic accident and battles with multiple health issues.

Donald was affectionately known as "Boo" and later to the Griffin Community as the...

Deacon Roosevelt Robinson

Deacon Roosevelt Robinson

Jan 6, 2025

~ Reflections of Life ~

On November 11th, 1936, God created an incredible man in Roosevelt Robinson. Born in Pike County, Georgia, to the late Charlie and Lillie Mae Alexander Robinson, Roosevelt was destined to leave a lasting impact on those around him.

In 1958, Roosevelt married his soulmate and the love of...

Nannette Medina-Ruiz

Nannette Medina-Ruiz

Jan 3, 2025

Nannette Medina, born on June 16, 1979, passed away on January 3, 2025, in Milner, Georgia, United States.

She was a devoted mother to her three children, Yilianni, Nani, and Jonathan. She was a loving partner to Kenny and together they created a beautiful and happy home.  Family was everything to Nannette, and she poured her heart...

Airlene Canty-Lee

Airlene Canty-Lee

Jan 2, 2025

Airlene Canty-Lee was born May 24th, 1941, in Williamson, Georgia to the late Mr. Richard Canty, Jr. and Mrs. Annie Lee Blackmon-Canty.

She attended and graduated from Mays High School of Goulds, Florida in 1959, and continued her education at Florida Memorial College where she completed her Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education in 1993. Airlene...

Leonard Baugh

Leonard Baugh

Dec 27, 2024

Mr. Leonard Baugh age 73, formerly of Clarksville, Georgia transitioned Friday, December 27th, 2024 at Brightmoor Hospice.

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

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