Mason Funeral Home

09/10/2025

09/10/2025

Mr. Dan Eugene “Danny” Hennon, age 68, of Summerville, GA, passed away Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at Atrium Health Floyd.

Mr. Hennon was born October 25, 1956, in Trion, GA, son of Hattie Winters Hennon Dentmon and the late Dennie Hennon. He was previously employed with Harriett and Henderson for 24 years and Mohawk Industries for 20 years. Mr. Hennon loved spending time with his loving wife and family. He also enjoyed fishing, watching wrestling and movies, and collecting hats and model cars. He was also an avid Georgia Bulldog fan.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Linda Hennon and Dennis Hennon; and sister-in-law, Jenny Hennon.

Survivors include his wife, Janet Hunter Hennon; sons, Tommy (Whitney) Hennon, Dusty Hennon (Christina Drake); mother, Hattie Dentmon; brother, Jerry Hennon; sisters, Judy Goins, Bobbie Beach, Wanda England; sister-in-law, Barbara (Shack) Ward; 6 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; 1 expected great-grandchild; special niece, Tonya (Nick) Chamlee; and several nieces and nephews.

Graveside and interment services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, September 13, 2025, at West Hill Cemetery with Dr. Sammy Barrett and Rev. Kevin J. Norton officiating. Pallbearers will be Nick Chamlee, Michael Fender, Coal Hennon, and Roy Ellenburg.

Mr. Hennon will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 12:30 until 1:30 P.M. on Saturday.

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09/09/2025

Mr. Kenny Lawayne Hatcher, age 66, of Trion, GA, died Monday, September 8, 2025, at Harborview Rome.

Mr. Hatcher was born March 6, 1959, in Summerville, GA, son of the late Waymond and Doris Lee Hatcher. Prior to his retirement, he was employed with Mount Vernon Mills.

Survivors include his brother, Danny Hatcher; and first cousins, Kelly Williams and Keith Williams.

Graveside and interment services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at West Hill Cemetery with Chaplain Keith Howell officiating.

Mr. Hatcher will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 11:30 A.M. until 12:30 P.M. on Wednesday.

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09/09/2025

Shirley Dianne (Brown) Wooten, age 71, of Covington, Georgia, (formerly of Chattooga county, GA) passed away peacefully on September 7, 2025.

Born in Rome, Georgia, on July 2, 1954, Dianne went home to be with her Lord and Savior, whom she loved dearly. Dianne retired from Gwinnett County Schools and found great joy in traveling and spending time with her family and friends. Her warmth, faith, and kindness touched the lives of all who knew her.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Olin Brown Jr. and Lucy Lee Brown; her sister, Geraldine Whitlock; and her brother-in-law, Edward Campbell.

Dianne is survived by her children, Mistti (Anthony) Cook of Covington and Kip (Senita) Wooten of Eatonton; and their father, Jerry Wooten; her grandson, Lawson Wooten of Eatonton; her brother, Gary (Karen) Brown of Summerville; sisters, Gail (Edward) Tidmore of Lyerly, Bernice Campbell of Summerville, and Pat (Allen) Brown of Summerville; and her brother-in-law, Herman Whitlock of Subligna. She is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, and extended family members who will cherish her memory.

A Celebration of Life service will be held on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at 11:00 AM in the Chapel of Byrd & Flanigan Funeral Service, Lawrenceville, GA, with Pastor Morris Mitchell and Pastor Gary Howell officiating.

A graveside service will follow at 3:00 PM at Summerville City Cemetery, located at 110 Highland Avenue, Summerville, GA 30747.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, from 2:00–4:00 PM and again from 5:00–8:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in memory of Dianne Wooten to: Journey Baptist Church 1160 Kinnett Road Covington, GA 3001

09/08/2025

Mrs. Tambra Starr “Tammy” Westbrooks Cordle, age 64, of Trion, GA, died Sunday, September 7, 2025, at Advent Health Redmond.

Mrs. Cordle was born February 26, 1961, in Trion, GA, daughter of the Sylvia Jean Farmer Starkey and late Dortey L. Westbrooks. She was a member of Welcome Hill Baptist Church and was employed as a veterinarian technician. She loved music and to play her keyboard. She also enjoyed sewing and knitting.

In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her husband of 46 years, Herbert “Butch” Cordle.

Survivors include her son, Herbert “Butch” (Debra) Cordle, Jr; daughter, Brandi (Todd) Buchanan; mother, Sylvia Starkey; sister, Beverly (Scott) Parris; sister-in-law, Sharon Hurst; grandchildren, Laci and Derrick McNair, Brittonig and Anna Cordle, Victoria and Colton Buchanan; great-grandchildren, Alyssa and Murphy McNair.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 P.M. Wednesday, September 10, 2025, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Terry Shores officiating. Interment will follow in West Hill Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Justin Lewis, Jay Hurst, Jaycee Young, Don Sabin, Tommy Young, and Derrick McNair. Honorary pallbearers will be the members of Welcome Hill Baptist Church and all other family and friends.

Mrs. Cordle will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 1:00 P.M. until the hour of service on Wednesday.

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09/08/2025

Mrs. Martha Ann Kinsey Teems, age 81, of Summerville, GA, died Sunday, September 7, 2025, at her residence.

Mrs. Teems was born May 7, 1944, in Marianna, FL, daughter of the late Bun and Maida Lou Sasser Kinsey. She was a member of Fisher’s Chapel Church, and prior to her retirement, was employed with Sears.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Judy Owens.

Survivors include her husband, Ray Teems; son, Jason (Dena) Teems; daughter, Emily (Mike) Gaddis; brother, James Earl Kinsey; sisters, Betty Ward and Gail Atkins; grandchildren, Olivia Ann Bearden, Jordan Rae Hughes, Sarah Wilson, Meghan Herbel, Mikey Willingham, and Andrea Croft; and several great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, September 13, 2025, at Fisher’s Chapel Church Pastor Bruce Owens and Pastor Mike White officiating.

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09/05/2025

Mrs. Sheila Dale Scoggins Mitchell, age 74, of Trion, GA, passed away Thursday, September 4, 2025, at her daughter’s residence.

Mrs. Mitchell was born September 1, 1951, in Trion, GA, daughter of the late Willie Roy Scoggins and Effie Mae Dunlap Cox. She was a member of the Harrell Street Church of God.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Ronald Scoggins; grandmother, Elena Dixon; aunt, Linda Ross; uncles Calvin Dunlap and Robert Owens.

Survivors include her husband, Richard Mitchell; sons, Shannon (Dianna) Scoggins, David (Katie) Mitchell, Jeffery (Jenny) Mitchell; daughters, Sabrina (Randy) Jones, Cherrie Scoggins; a brother, Charles “Sonny” (JoAnn) Scoggins; a sister, Janice Blackmon; 13 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and several cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 2:30 P.M. Sunday, September 7, 2025, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Lamont Kiser officiating. Interment will follow in Summerville Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Nathan Loyd, Michael Scoggins, Timothy Carter, Brandon Scoggins, Daniel Mitchell, Nickalous Mitchell, and Ben Mitchell. Honorary pallbearers will be Jason Scoggins and her grandsons and great-grandsons.

Mrs. Mitchell will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 12:30 P.M. until the hour of service on Sunday.

To share your condolences with the family online, please visit our website at www.masonfuneralhome.com

09/02/2025

Evelyn Ruth DeLay, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2025, at the age of 71. Born in Lafayette, Georgia, Evelyn spent her later years in Centre, Alabama, where she built a life rooted in love, resilience, and quiet grace.

She was the beloved daughter of Clyde Bartlett of Menlo, GA, and Flora Allen of Dalton, GA, both of whom preceded her in death. Evelyn carried their values of strength, kindness, and perseverance throughout her life.

Evelyn dedicated over 30 years of service to Shaw Industries, where she was admired for her unwavering commitment, strong work ethic, and the warmth she extended to everyone around her.

She was married to Raymond Delay for nearly 20 years, a bond just five months shy of that milestone. Their relationship was one of deep companionship, laughter, and mutual respect—a partnership that brought joy and strength to both their lives.

Evelyn was the proud mother of Tina Carroll Thompson (spouse Bobby Thompson) of Cedartown, GA; Dwight L. Carroll III (spouse Jenny) of Lafayette, GA; Joseph Delay (spouse Laura) of Trion, GA; and Raymond Delay Jr. of Dalton, GA. She was lovingly known by many names—Maw, Momma, Granny, and Mimi—each a reflection of the special place she held in the hearts of her nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

She is also remembered as a cherished sister. Evelyn was preceded in death by her sisters Linda Adolphson and Joyce Ellison, and is survived by her sister Sandy Corbin of Menlo, GA, who continues to carry forward the bond they shared.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00 P.M. (E.S.T.) on Thursday, September 4, 2025, at Mason Funeral Home in Summerville, GA, with Reverend Carlton Phillips officiating. Interment will follow in Johnson Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Hunter Thompson, Dennis Smith, Wade Smith, Joey Delay, Lucas Delay, and Carlton Dunn—each honoring Evelyn with their presence and love.

Evelyn will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 12:00 Noon (E.S.T.) until the hour of service on Thursday.

Evelyn’s journey was marked by quiet strength, enduring love, and a deep sense of purpose. She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

To her Lady-Bugg and her Scoot, she was more than a mother—she was home. Her love lives on in every laugh, every memory, and every heartbeat that carries her name forward.

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08/31/2025

Mr. James Lamar Dover, Sr., age 78, of Menlo, GA, died Saturday, August 30, 2025, at Pruitt Healthcare LaFayette.

Mr. Dover was born August 21, 1947, in Summerville, GA, son of the late James Leroy Dover and Thelma Lucindia Smith Dover. He attended the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, and prior to his retirement, was employed with Mount Vernon Mills. Mr. Dover was also a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served in Korea.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Dover was preceded in death by a son, Brian Lamar Dover; and a brother, Jimmy Leon Dover.

Survivors include his wife, Becky Dover; sisters, Ann Shuler and Brenda Dover; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

Visitation and funeral services for Mr. Dover will be held privately. Interment will also be held privately in the Macedonia Cemetery.

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08/30/2025

Mr. Gordon Douglas McCollum, age 91, of the Gore Community, passed away Friday, August 29, 2025, at Atrium Health Floyd.

Mr. McCollum was born October 29, 1933, son of the late William Pharr McCollum and Nellie Lee Gordon McCollum. He was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, but had most recently attended Howards Chapel of Mentone, AL. Prior to his retirement, he was employed with General Electric.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Jennie Langston McCollum; and a brother, Thomas C. McCollum.

Survivors include his son, Jimmy (Lillian) McCollum; daughter, Judy (Jeff) Mosher; grandchildren, Ian (Gabi) McCollum, Wes (Cara) Love, and Aaron McCollum; great-grandchildren, Rhett Love and Callum McCollum.

Graveside and interment services for Mr. McCollum will be held at 1:30 P.M. Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery with Pastor Chris Murdock officiating. Pallbearers will be Ian McCollum, Wes Love, Rhett Love, Aaron McCollum, Zack Sloss, Brandon Gurley, Tom Westmoreland, and David Tuttle.

Mr. McCollum will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 11:00 A.M. until 1:00 P.M. on Wednesday.

In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests donations be made to the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery Fund (C/O Pam Hammonds – 204 Congress Street, Summerville, GA 30747).

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