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04/13/2026

Barbara ("Bebe") Jones Garrett entered peacefully into joy with The Lord on April 9, 2026, in Augusta, Georgia. She proudly turned 89 in January.

Graveside services will be held at 11:30 AM Tuesday April 14, 2026, in the Louisville City Cemetery with Rev. Tim Pendrey officiating followed by a gathering to honor her life at Providence Baptist Church 13778 GA Highway 88 W Avera, GA.

Bebe cherished her children and their families above all else. She was devoted to her children and grandchildren and if any of them ever had a need, Bebe did all that she could to meet it. She said more than once that she loved her children more than life itself. Her grandchildren revere” Grandmommy” as a very important and everlasting influence in their lives. She was very proud of her four great-grandchildren.

Bebe was the oldest of five children born to her beloved parents John Amos Jones and Mattie Mae Raley Jones. She spent a great deal of time in the company of the family of her maternal grandparents John Frank and Mattie Belle Black Raley.

At a young age 10 Bebe started helping her father in his general store at the Grange crossroads, often describing herself as having "grown up in the store." She undertook all manner of jobs in the store including cashiering, merchandising, pumping gas and learning to drive. She and Mister Johnny were quite a pair together.

She began school in Grange and continued in Avera before graduating from Louisville Academy, 54. She also attended Providence Baptist Church and was baptized in the nearby Rocky Comfort Creek.

Bebe went to Atlanta to attend Georgia State University where she would meet and marry Robert O. (B0b) Garrett who was coincidentally from Sandersville, Georgia. Before starting their family, she worked at Western Electric in Atlanta.

Early on in Atlanta she wore a little black dress to see Elvis Presley at The Fox Theatre.

Tender-hearted, she laughed easily, had a great sense of humor, possessed a quick wit, was a great conversationalist and an avid reader. Bebe was fiercely independent, self-sufficient, strong, resilient, resourceful, persistent, and determined.

She was a great storyteller and enjoyed recounting stories of her youthful adventures with her large circle of cousins and siblings as well as retelling stories of time spent with her beloved maternal grandmother.

Technology captivated Bebe, and over time due her curiosity, intelligence and sheer persistence, she became a self-taught computer technician in her last role as Management Information Systems (MIS) Director of Jefferson EMC from which she retired in 2000.

She loved the invention of the computer, the Internet, the iPad and the iPhone and kept in daily contact with her family via text messages FaceTime calls.

Bebe loved to fish, could repair things around the house, hang wallpaper and bake a great Christmas fruitcake. She loved birds and developed an excellent mourning dove call. Her home was decorated with many pictures of birds.

For the last 7 months Bebe resided at the Barclay House of Augusta. She had previously lived in Louisville, Atlanta, Charlotte, Marietta, Jacksonville, and Miami. She will be dearly remembered.

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Taylor Funeral Home & Cremation Care of Louisville is in charge of arrangements.

04/05/2026

Why seek ye the living amongst the dead? He is not here He has risen…
Hallelujah, Happy Resurrection Day.

04/03/2026

Taylor Funeral Home of Gibson announces the death and services of Mr. Edward Lawrence Fry, Jr. (Larry), 81, who passed away on March 31, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.

A funeral service will be held at Bethel Church of Glascock County on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., officiated by Reverend Mike Jones. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be Davis Fry, Alex Aronson, Bret Norris, Alex Walicka, Robert Chalker, and Troy Hadden.

Born on July 22, 1944, in Corpus Christi, Texas. Larry lived a life defined by service, dedication, and deep love for his family, faith, and country. He proudly served in the United States Navy for 32 years, including time as a Seabee and later as a Lieutenant Commander with Naval Intelligence. His commitment to his country was unwavering, and his military career was a source of great pride. Larry earned his degree in electrical engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology in 1978. Following his service, he built a successful career working with Lockheed, Teledyne Brown Engineering, and Jaycor before retiring in 2010. He was a man of strong faith and was widely known for his love of God, his country, and, above all, his family. Larry found great joy in guns, fishing, hunting, reading, and spending as much time as possible with those he loved. Together, he and his beloved wife shared a passion for showing Abyssinian cats through the Cat Fanciers' Association, earning numerous awards and forming cherished friendships along the way. Larry will be remembered for his quick wit, big personality, and the lasting impact he made on everyone who knew him.

He was preceded in death by his father, Edward Lawrence Fry; his mother, Catherine Neeley Fry; his brother, David Fry; and his sister, Rebecca Fry. He is survived by his loving wife, Joyce Elaine Fry; his son, Edward Lawrence Fry, III (Lisa); his daughter, Laura Fry Aronson (Todd); his grandchildren, Madison Fry, Lindsey Fry, Davis Fry, Taylor Aronson, Alex Aronson; and his sister, Tina Peterson (Ed).

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to any military organization in his honor. His legacy of love, strength, and service will live on in all who knew and loved him.

The family will receive friends on Friday, April 3, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

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Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation Care of Gibson is in charge of arrangements.

03/31/2026

Taylor Funeral Home of Louisville announces the death of Mr. David C. Price, Sr of Louisville, Ga. David passed away March 27, 2026. Visitation will be Wednesday evening, April 1st at Taylor Funeral Home from 6:00 – 8:00. Funeral Service will be Thursday afternoon, April 2nd at 2:00 at the Chapel at Taylor Funeral Home with interment following in the Louisville City Cemetery.

Those honoring David as Pallbearers include Jay Smith, Todd Smith, Allan Sasser, Anton Durrah, Michael Adkin and Joey Harris. Honorary Pallbearers will be members of the Fluor Title III Engineers and Designers.

David was born in Sandersville, Ga to Clark and Phyllis Price. The family moved to Louisville when David was entering the second grade.
David is preceded in death by his parents, his first wife, Sheila Chalker Price and numerous other family member.

Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 24 years, Gwen Otis Price, two sons, David C. Price, Jr of Phoenix, Arizona and Stephen Price (Ann) of Gainesville, Florida. Two daughters, Jill Smith (Jay) of Louisville and Whitney Deriso of Augusta. Six Grandchildren, Becca Smith (Ian), Todd Smith (Nancy), Courtney Story (Daniel), all of Louisville, Savanna Tidwell of Augusta, Lauren Smith (Cal) of Swainsboro and Bailey Smith (Alex) of Hephzibah. 10 Great grandchildren. His Father-in-Law, Frank Williford Sisters, Wynell Price Taylor (Carrol) and Sheila Price Croy (Floyd). Numerous nieces and nephews.

He helped his father during the summer, building various things. That’s where David got his love of construction. After graduating High School, he entered Southern Technical Institute – Georgia Institute of Technology where he received his Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering Technology. This degree has enabled him to work and live all over the country. In the last ten years some of those positions were at Plant Vogtle in Waynesboro, Ga, Los Alamos National Laboratory in Los Alamos, New Mexico and most recently his position with Fluor as Title III Civil Discipline Lead at Savanna River Site in Aiken, South Carolina. He absolutely loved his job and the people that he worked with. David also served as weekend delivery boy for Delightful Designs by Gwen, which he also loved. David is a member of Westside Baptist Church in Gainesville, Florida where he served as deacon chairman for 5 years.

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Taylor Funeral Home & Cremation Care of Louisville is in charge of arrangements.

03/27/2026

Taylor Funeral Home of Louisville announces the death and services of Mr. Willis Fernell Booth, who died March 24, 2026.

Mr. Booth was born December 5, 1934, to Ollie Mae Smith and Tillman Walstein Booth in a log cabin in Manor, Ware County, GA. He grew up on a farm ten miles from where he was born. He raised 4-H steers, showing them and working turpentine trees all while going to school and becoming valedictorian of his class at Manor High School.

He graduated with a BS degree in forestry from UGA in 1956 and enjoyed Homecoming until he could no longer attend.

Fernell and Lorna Waldrop Married in June 1959 in Rincon GA. They lived in Darien, GA, where he was a member and president of the JC's, member of the Lions Club, and Darien Baptist Church. Children, John and Claire, were born during those years.

In Oct 1966, Ferrell was transferred to Louisville and in 1967 the family was able to move there. It has been home ever since! He has been a member of First Baptist Church, the T. W. Wilson Sunday School class, the Sanctuary Choir, and a Deacon.

Fernell served as a clerk/typist for 6 ½ years in the U.S. Army Reserves. He worked for Union Camp Corp. in Savannah from 1956-1959 when he was transferred to Darien, GA, for 8 years. He moved to Louisville in1966 and retired there in 1996. He was a timber buyer for the company and enjoyed making friends with people all over this area and many counties around.

Fernell was preceded in death by his parents; son, John Booth; sister, Lou Tate (Ray); brothers, Tillman Booth (Sara), and Bill Booth (Peggy) and is survived by his wife of 66 years, Lorna, and daughter, Claire Booth Little (Dwain), a daughter-in-law, Christine O’Connor Booth, 3 grandchildren: Ethan Booth, Isabelle Booth Jaffe (Zach), and Hannah Booth (Dylan Baugher), and brother, Donald Booth (Debbie).

Visitation will be held from 2:30-3:45 PM Saturday, March 28, 2026, in the First Baptist Church, with a funeral service following at 4:00 PM. Jonathan Melchior and Bill Smith will officiate with Dale Williams, Harold Thompson, Daniel Kurtz, Mike McDowell, Ben Miller, and John Hale serving as pallbearers.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Jefferson County Historical Society, P. O. Box 491, Louisville, GA, 30434.

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Taylor Funeral Home & Cremation Care of Louisville is in charge of arrangements.

03/25/2026

Taylor Funeral Home of Gibson announces the death and service of Ms. Wanda Lee Scarber Chapman, age 72, of Dublin, who died Tuesday morning, March 24, 2026.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM Saturday afternoon, March 28, 2026, in the Sheppard Memorial Chapel of Taylor Funeral Home in Gibson with Rev. Justin Raley officiating. Burial will follow in the Bethel Church of Glascock County Cemetery.

Wanda was a native of Gibson, born on August 2, 1953, a daughter of the late Leroy Scarber and Laurie Shelton Scarber. She graduated from Glascock County High School. For several years Wanda worked in the cafeteria at Washington County Regional Medical Center, and she previously attended Bethel Church of Glascock County. She was a long-time member of the Order of the Eastern Star where she served in many roles including Worthy Matron.

Ms. Chapman was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Dorothy Raley; son in-law, Lonnie Yates and is survived by her son, Gregory Chapman, (Rebecca) of Dublin; daughter, Michelle Yates of Thomson; brother Wayne Scarber (Sheila) of Gibson; 5 grandchildren: Trevor Palmer (Alyssa), Kaylan Yates, Dorian Yates, Leigh Anna Chapman, and Madison Chapman; 4 great-grandchildren: Charlee Palmer, Xavier Yates, Cooper Palmer, and Azalea McMillan-Moss; several nieces, nephews, and life-long friends.

The family will receive friends from 12:00 to 1:00 PM prior to the services at the funeral home Saturday March 28, 2026.

Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation Care of Gibson is in charge of arrangements.

03/23/2026

Elizabeth Usry Hadden, 84, born October 18, 1941, in Glascock County, peacefully transitioned to her eternal home in heaven Sunday, March 22, 2026, surrounded by her family at her residence in Gibson. Elizabeth’s life was marked by her unwavering commitment to her family and her faith.

A woman of deep faith, she accepted Jesus as her personal Lord and Savior at a young age, finding solace and strength in her faith. She had attended Bethel Church of Glascock County since infancy, becoming a member as a young adult. She found immense joy in sharing her culinary skills with her family and friends and embraced traveling and spending time at her river house on the Satilla River. She retired as Registrar from Glascock County School System and most recently enjoyed serving on the Glascock County Board of Elections.

Elizabeth will be forever missed by her loving husband of 66 years, Charles, and her daughter and son-in-law, Renae and Gregg Kelley; Bayne’s fiancé, Jenna Brown; her sister, Annette Pittman (Ronnie); and brother, David Usry (Wanda); her nieces and nephews, and her church family at Bethel Church of Glascock County.

She is preceded in death by her only grandson, Bayne Kelley, who was her heart. Following Bayne’s accident in 2018, Elizabeth spoke numerous times of being ready to join Bayne in heaven and her family finds comfort in knowing she and Bayne are rejoicing together in heaven. She is also proceeded in death by her daughter, Rachelle; an infant son; her parents, Joe and Florene Usry; and her sister, Frankie Dunevent (Richard).

Her funeral will be held at Bethel Church of Glascock County, 4560 Shelton Road, Gibson, GA on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. She will lie in state one hour prior to her funeral service. Her funeral will be officiated by her pastor, Rev. Tommy Anderson. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Honored to serve as pallbearers will be Dave Usry, Aman Pittman, Cole Stevens, Lane Hadden, Ryan Phillips, and Jeff McGahee. Honorary Pallbearers will be members of her Sunday School class.

If so desired, memorials may be made to her beloved church, Bethel Church of Glascock County, c/o David Usry, 4154 Bethel Church Road, Gibson, GA 30810.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the Allay Hospice team, along with Elizabeth’s caretakers and her special angel, Loretta Tucker, for all of the love and care shown to her.

Elizabeth’s family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 PM Monday evening March 23, 2026, at Taylor Funeral Home in Gibson.

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Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation Care of Gibson is in charge of arrangements.

03/18/2026

Taylor Funeral Home of Louisville announces the death and services of Mr. Harry Wayne “Crow” McGraw, age 75 of Wadley, who died Tuesday evening March 17, 2026, at his home.

Services will be held 2:00pm Thursday, March 19, 2026, in the chapel of Taylor Funeral Home in Louisville with Mr. Joe Cheeks and Rev. Chad Watkins officiating. Honorary pallbearers will be Ollie Freeman, Jr., Johnny Hall, Bob Swan, David Lamb, Buddy Smith, Anthony Strowbridge, Larry “Bubba” McGraw, Tommy North, Mike Burns, and Don Sulki. He will be laid to rest in the family lot in Louisville City Cemetery. The family will receive friends immediately following the service at the funeral home.

Crow was born in Louisville on November 14, 1950, a son of the late Lake McGraw & Anne Smith McGraw. He was a carpenter by trade and a member of the Carpenter’s Local Union #283 for 57 years. He loved working on the farm when he was able and sitting on his porch feeding the birds. Crow loved people and his greatest joy was spending time with family and friends for whom he would do anything.

Mr. McGraw was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Larry Lake McGraw, and is survived by: his wife of 47 years, Sarah Claxton McGraw of Wadley; son, Rodney Wayne McGraw of Louisville; sisters, Barbara Ann Evans (Reggie) of Soperton, Yvonne Sligar (John) of Grovetown, Kathy Shealy (Troy) of Augusta; granddaughter, Ansley McGraw; grandson, Logan McGraw; great-granddaughter, Ava Lake McGraw; nieces, Tracy McGraw, Diane Radford, Tanya Hickman, Teri Young (Kurt), Amanda Rice; nephews, Larry “Bubba” McGraw, Jr. (Pam), Bryan Usry, Barry Cooper, Adam Harris (Ashley); sisters-in-law, Margaret McGraw, Sara Claxton (Richard), and Patsy Claxton, several great-nieces and great-nephews, and many lifelong friends.

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Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation Care of Louisville is in charge of arrangements.

03/16/2026

Taylor Funeral Home of Gibson announces the death and funeral service of Master Nathan Grant Simmons, age 5 weeks, of Gibson, who died on Monday, March 9, 2026.

A funeral service will be held at 1:00 pm Tuesday, March 17, 2026, in the Sheppard Memorial Chapel of Taylor Funeral Home with Pastor Matt Betosky officiating. Burial will follow in the Cooper Cemetery in Gibson. Pallbearers will be Mark Simmons, III, Koby Kobetitsch, CJ Kobetitsch, and Brantley Lindsey.

Little Nathan is survived by his mother, Rebecca Simmons; father, Freddie Gay, Jr.; brother, Nickolas Simmons; sister, Nancy Simmons; grandparents, Tonya & Michael Clark, Mark Simmons II, Troy Bales, and Marie Bales; aunt, Rhiannon (Jonathan) Valdes; and uncle, Mark Simmons, III.

The family will receive friends on Monday evening from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the funeral home.

You may sign the family's guest book at www.taylorfhgibson.com.

Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation Care of Gibson is in charge of arrangements.

03/15/2026

Taylor Funeral Home of Gibson announces the death and services of Mrs. Monnie Genine Daniel Hicks, age 91, of Mitchell, who died on Friday, March 13, 2026.

The family will receive friends from 1:00pm to 3:00pm at the funeral home on Monday, March 16. A graveside service will follow at Friendship Baptist Church in Mitchell with Pastor Bub Gibbs officiating. Pallbearers will be Chris Ivey, Lance Blue, Taylor Tolbert, Jamie Tolbert, Andrew Odum.

A native of Mitchell, Monnie was a daughter of Nesbert & Lolia Downs Daniel. She retired from the United States Postal Service and was a member of Friendship Baptist Church in Mitchell.

Monnie was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Walter Lloyd Hicks; son, Carey Hicks; and is survived by daughters: Dianne Hunt of Dearing, Debbie Johns of Washington, Joyce Hicks-Paugh of Johnston, SC, Kathy Jowers (Jimmy) of Hohenwald, TN; sons: Walter “Butch” Hicks (Marie) of Statesboro, Donald Hicks (Julie) of North Augusta, SC, Dennis Hicks of Appling, Randy Hicks of Houston, TX, and 14 grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to FCA Hohenwald, Tennessee.

You may sign the family's guest book at www.taylorfhgibson.com.

Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation Care of Gibson is in charge of arrangements.

03/12/2026

Taylor Funeral Home of Gibson announces the death and service of Mr. Randall Lee Sexton, age 70, of Mitchell, who died at his home on Monday, March 9, 2026.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, March 14, at Trinity Independent Church in Mitchell. Rev. Mary Griswell will officiate.

A native of Chamblee, Georgia, Randall was a son of Jesse and Gladys Evelyn Chadwick Sexton. He was self-employed in the construction field as a tile layer and was a big fan of sports, especially the Georgia Bulldogs.

Randall was preceded in death by his wife, Gwen; his parents; a brother, Alton Sexton (Carole); and is survived by his sister, Linda Henderson of Flowery Branch; brothers, Amon Sexton (Jan) and Windell Sexton, both of Mitchell.

You may sign the family's guest book at www.taylorfhgibson.com.

Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation Care of Gibson is in charge of arrangements.

03/10/2026

Taylor Funeral Home of Gibson announces the death and funeral services of Mr. Michael Craig Chason, age 65, of Broad Street in Avera, who died Saturday evening, March 7, 2026, at his home.

Graveside services will be held 2:00 PM Wednesday, March 11, in the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery in Avera with family and friends speaking. Honorary pallbearers will be Ricky, Jeramy, Barnard and Clayton.

A native of Tampa, FL, Mr. Chason had lived in Avera for many years and had retired from the City of Thomson as a maintenance man. In his spare time, he loved to go camping and spend time with his family and friends.

Mr. Chason was preceded in death by Granny King, Aunt Fay, and Aunt June and is survived by his beloved wife, Shelia Lynn Norton Chason; sisters, Charlotte Chason and Sheila Larabee (Chuck); niece, Courtney Grabb (Joe); nephew, Curtis Noel; great-nieces and great-nephews: Jeramy, Jacob, Clayton, Avery, and Savanna, Aunt JoAnn Goins (David).

The family will gather at the cemetery prior to the graveside services on Wednesday.

You may sign the family's guest book at www.taylorfhgibson.com.

Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation Care of Gibson is in charge of arrangements.

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