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Griffin, Georgia Obituaries

Robert L. Lattimore, Sr.

Robert L. Lattimore, Sr.

Aug 16, 2023

Deacon Robert Lee Lattimore, Sr. affectionately known as "Sonny" was born in Dublin, Georgia (Laurens County) on October 26th, 1948 to the Late Mr. Johnny and Mrs. Levonia Lattimore. On Wednesday, August 16th, 2023, Robert was called to his eternal rest and peacefully passed away, surrounded by his family.

Robert was the 7th...

Clinton H. Watson

Clinton H. Watson

Aug 6, 2023

Mr. Clinton Harry Watson was born August 28th, 1960 in Spalding County to Mr. Clinton, Jr. and Lena Bell Leeks-Watson. He is one of eight (8) siblings and was a graduate of Griffin High School with the Class of 1979. Mr. Watson was an active member of Wolf Creek Countyline Baptist Church and served on the Usher's...

Shirley R. Joiner

Shirley R. Joiner

Jul 25, 2023

Mrs. Shirley Ruth Mayes-Joiner was born in Spalding County on June 15th, 1949 to the late Rufus Mayes, Sr. and the late Fannie Beasley-Blackmon. She had five sibling that preceded her in death: Marline Miller, Clifford Jenkins, Anna Turnipseed, Larris Blackmon and Miles Mayes. She departed this earthy life on July 25th, 2023 at her home surround by those...

Roderick B. Jester

Roderick B. Jester

Jul 24, 2023

Deacon Roderick Bernard Jester affectionately known as "RJ" or "Roddie" was born July 19th, 1963 to Mr. and Mrs. Horace and Fannie Mae Jester.

Deacon Jester was a 1981 graduate of Griffin High School.

He was employed at Riverside Uniform Rental for 25 years until the doors closed. Then...

John Louis Simmons

John Louis Simmons

Jul 4, 2023

John Louis Simmons, was born on October 31, 1939, to the late Timothy John (TJ) and Daisy Bell (Epps)Simmons in Zetella, Georgia. He was the oldest of four siblings, Timothy, Willie, Fannie Mae, and Darrell.

John grew up in Griffin, Georgia and gave his life to the Lord at a young age, and was a...

Willie Mae Hughley-Fuller

Willie Mae Hughley-Fuller

Jul 3, 2023

Mrs. Willie Mae Hughley-Fuller , affectionately known as "Penny" was a sweet, kind, and gifted person who had a passion for photography. She entered her faith in the early years of her life. Mrs. Fuller attended New Mercy Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor Grady L. Caldwell.

Mrs. Willie Mae Hughley-Fuller was born July...

Marian Wilkins

Marian Wilkins

Jun 15, 2023

Ms. Marian Wilkins affectionately known as "GUBBER" was born in Concord, Georgia on June 12th, 1941 to the late Milledge Wilkins, Sr. and Elizabeth Andrews Wilkins. Marian departed this earthly life at her residence on June 15th, 2023.

She was preceded in death by her grandson: Timothy L. Ogletree; sister: Jennie...

Lonnie Lynn Prince

Lonnie Lynn Prince

Jun 4, 2023

Mr. Lonnie Lynn Prince age 68 , of 5251 C, Highway 153, Hixson, Tennessee passed Sunday, June 4th, 2023 at Wellstar Spalding Regional Hospital.

On October 22nd, 1954 Lonnie was born to the union of the late Lonnie Roscoe and Nina Prince in Fort Huachuca, Arizona. Mr. Prince united in Holy Matrimony with...

Albert L. Evans

Albert L. Evans

Apr 24, 2023

Mr. Albert Louis Evans was born on May 4th, 1956 in Barnesville, Georgia to the late Johnny Frank and Thelma Idella Evans. He was preceded in death by his (2) two brothers: John Willis, Jr. and Oscar Evans.

He joined Haven Chapel United Methodist Church at an early age. He later...

Denise E. Parker-Wilson

Denise E. Parker-Wilson

Apr 18, 2023

Ms. Denise Ellen Parker-Wilson was born to the late Raymond Parker and Atha Collier-Parks on September 1st, 1957 in LaGrange, Georgia.

Ms. Wilson was a very humorous and lively lady that was full of smiles and sarcasm. She worked mostly giving her time to wayward teen girls and giving care to...

Cassandra L. Canty-Mathis

Cassandra L. Canty-Mathis

Apr 13, 2023

Ms. Cassandra L. Canty-Mathis age 50, of 20077 S.W. 88th Court, Cutler Bay, Florida passed Thursday April 13th, 2023 at Jackson South Hospital in Miami, Florida. Graveside visitation and Interment for Ms. Canty-Mathis will be held 10:00 A.M. until 12:00 noon, Saturday at Graceland Cemetery, 280 Harrison Road - Zebulon, Ga. 30295. Pastor Gary Akins...

Ossie M. Smith-Banks

Ossie M. Smith-Banks

Apr 9, 2023

Mother Ossie M. Smith-Banks was born to the late Marshall and Sally Bussey-Smith along with her 10 siblings.

Mother Banks was a devoted wife for 67 years to the late Deacon Carental "Yank" Banks, a loving mother and faithful church member. Her servanthood was shared with the Greater Springhill Baptist Church...

Jessie L. Williams

Jessie L. Williams

Apr 3, 2023

Ms. Jessie "Squirrel" Williams age 94, was born August 8th, 1928 in Pike County, Georgia to the late Mr. John and Louvenia Williams.

Ms. Williams joined Bush Chapel A.M.E. Church at an early age. She was a very dedicated and faithful member. She loved her church and church family. As a member of Bush Chapel, Ms. Williams...

Niketa T. Alston

Niketa T. Alston

Mar 29, 2023

Ms. Niketa Alston age 47, of Hampton, Georgia passed Wednesday, March 29th, 2023 at Wellstar Kennestone Hospital in Marietta, Georgia.

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

Rosie L. Mcmichael

Rosie L. Mcmichael

Mar 28, 2023

Mrs. Rosie L. McMichael was born in Spalding County, Georgia on October 5th, 1960 to Mattie Pearl Adams and the late Grady Brinkley.

She departed this life on March 28th, 2023 at her residence.

Rosie was a graduate of Jackson High School with The Class of 1980. She taught at McIntosh Trails ECDC for 17...

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