Pinkney-Smith Funeral Home, Inc.

01/10/2026

01/10/2026

“Safe in God’s Care”

The Lord called you home in perfect peace,
Where pain is gone and joys increase.
A faithful life, a race well run,
Now crowned with rest in Heaven’s sun.
Though we grieve now and feel the parting,
God’s promise brings a gentler morning.
Absent from the body, with the Lord
Forever held within His Word.

Though the service has concluded, the love, grace, and memories shared in honor of Jason’s life will continue to live on. May those who mourn find comfort in cherished moments, strength in shared remembrance, and peace in knowing his legacy endures forever.

Services Entrusted To Pinkney-Smith Funeral Home, Gainesville Chapel

01/08/2026

We celebrate the homegoing of our beloved Tom Wright. While we mourn his passing, we rejoice in knowing he is resting in the arms of the Heavenly Father. He ran his race with grace, and now he has received his crown.

Please join us as we gather in faith to celebrate a life well lived and a soul now at peace.

Services Entrusted To Pinkney-Smith Funeral Home,
Hawthorne Chapel.

01/08/2026

With grateful hearts, we honor and remember a life well lived. Mr. James Banks was a man of strength, kindness, and unwavering love—someone whose presence left a lasting imprint on all who knew him. His smile, wisdom, and spirit will forever live on through the memories he shared and the lives he touched.

We invite family and friends to join us as we celebrate his remarkable journey, reflect on his legacy, and give thanks for the gift of his life.

To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. — 2 Corinthians 5:8

Please continue to keep the Banks family lifted in love and prayer.

Service Entrusted To Pinkney-Smith Funeral Home, Gainesville Chapel

01/08/2026

With loving hearts, we invite family and friends to join us as we honor and remember the life of Velia Elma Shell.

Velia was a woman of grace, strength, and quiet love. Her presence touched many, and her memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.

Please join us in celebrating her life and legacy.
We welcome all who wish to come and share in remembrance, prayer, and reflection.

Arrangements Entrusted To Pinkney-Smith Funeral Home, Hawthorne Chapel.

01/08/2026

With hearts full of gratitude and praise, we celebrate the life and legacy of Mr. Eddie Gillins, Sr., who has answered God’s call and entered into eternal rest.

Though we grieve, we rejoice knowing his life made a difference, his love remains, and his spirit lives on through all he touched. Please continue to keep the Gillins family lifted in prayer.

Service Entrusted To Pinkney-Smith Funeral Home,
Hawthorne Chapel.

12/31/2025

With gratitude for a life beautifully lived, we invite family and friends to gather in love, remembrance, and celebration of the life of Joey “Joe” Middleton. His smile, spirit, and legacy will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew him. Please continue to keep the Middleton family in your thoughts and prayers as they celebrate a life that will never be forgotten. 💙

12/27/2025

12/24/2025

With humble submission to the will of God, we announce the peaceful transition of Mr. Frank Gillins, Sr. A faithful servant, loving family man, and respected member of the community, Mr. Gillins has answered the Master’s call and entered into eternal rest. Please continue to keep the Gillins family in your prayers as they celebrate a life well lived and a legacy of faith.

Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal.
Psalm 147:3

12/18/2025

With heavy hearts, we honor and celebrate the life of Roosevelt Cooper, a beloved father, family member, and friend whose legacy will live on forever. Please keep the Cooper family in your thoughts and prayers as they celebrate Mr. Cooper life!

12/15/2025

We heard the chatter… and it’s finally here!
🥁 DRUM ROLL PLEASE… 🥁

THE STATE CHAMPS ARE PULLING UP! 🏆
Da Spot is hosting a Meet & Greet for our very own

🧡🖤 HAWTHORNE HORNETS STATE CHAMPIONS 🧡🖤
and their incredible, supportive cheerleaders 📣 who kept the energy high all season!

Thursday, December 18th
🫱🏽‍🫲🏾 Meet & Greet | 6–8 PM
🎉 CHAMP BASH | 8–12 AM

This is more than a celebration!!
It’s a moment😎📸🎶

Come hang out, take photos, vibe out, and celebrate this historic win the right way!
Hawthorne, let’s show up and make some noise! 🏆🔥💍🏈

12/11/2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of
Mr. Grady Lee Brown, Jr. The family warmly invites you to join us as we honor his life, his spirit, and the memories he leaves with us.

Your presence, prayers, and support during this time mean more than words can express.