Mason Funeral Home

01/10/2026

01/08/2026

With profound sorrow and unwavering love, we announce the passing of Lacie Michelle King, born June 30, 1991, who departed this life on January 4, 2026 at the age of 34.

Lacie was the most loving and caring person anyone could ask for. She was a devoted and loving wife, a gentle yet strong mother, and a woman whose heart was rooted in compassion.
Her love ran deep, and she had a way of caring for others even while carrying pain of her own. She gave without hesitation, loved without limits, and showed up with quiet strength
when it mattered most. Lacie’s heart extended beyond people — she deeply loved animals and treated them as family. Her compassion, gentleness, and nurturing spirit were evident in the way she cared for every animal she encountered, offering them comfort, protection, and unconditional love. Above all else, Lacie loved her children fiercely. She was a devoted mother whose love was protective, nurturing, and unconditional. Her children were her pride, her joy, and her purpose. That love extended fully to her stepchildren, whom she embraced as her own, creating a home filled with warmth, compassion, and belonging. Lacie was a woman of faith who loved God. Her strength was real, steady, and powerful. Even through life’s challenges, she carried grace, resilience, and unwavering love. Her life reflected a heart anchored in faith and selflessness.

Lacie is survived by her loving spouse, Bunky King; her children Serenity Pettit and Bryson King; her stepchildren Felicity King, Jayden King, and Dustin King; her mother Lorie Jones;
her sister Leslie Jones; her aunt and uncle Julie and Matt Sawtelle; and her uncle Kevin Bentley.

She is preceded in death by her beloved grandmother, Gladys Bentley, and her father, Brian Pettit, whose memories and love remain forever a part of her legacy. Though her physical presence is no longer with us, Lacie’s love remains. Her legacy lives on through her children, her family, and the countless lives she touched — both human and animal alike. She will be remembered for her kindness, her devotion, her faith, and the way she loved with her whole heart.
Rest in peace, Lacie. You are deeply loved, eternally cherished, and forever remembered.

A memorial service to celebrate the life of Mrs. King will take place at 1:00 PM Saturday January 17, 2026 at the chapel of Mason Funeral Home. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday from 12:00 noon until the service hour.
To share your condolences with the family online, please visit www.MasonFuneralHome.com.

Arrangements are provided by Mason Funeral Home – Summerville, GA.

01/08/2026

Ms. Florene Susan Ivey age 73 of Cave Springs, GA passed away Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at her residence.

Ms. Ivey was born August 2, 1952 in Chattanooga, TN to the late Walter and Mary Schruff Ivey. She enjoyed country music and watching westerns on television.

Along with her parents she is preceded in death by her siblings Angela Sauls, Judy Chambers, and Kenneth Ivey.

Survivors include her daughter, Barbara (Lavon) Owens; siblings, Walter (Sandra) Ivey, Jr. Linda Callaway, and Sharon Headrick; grandchildren, Jesse Owens and Robin Owens, and special cousin Gracie Potts.

In accordance with Ms. Ivey’s wishes there are no formal services scheduled at this time.

To share your condolences with the family online, please visit www.MasonFuneralHome.com

Arrangements are provided by Mason Funeral Home – Summerville, GA.

01/04/2026

Rev. John Mann, age 98, of Lyerly, GA, passed away Saturday, January 3, 2026, at Advent Health Redmond.

Rev. Mann was born January 20, 1927, in Guntersville, AL, son of the late James Arthur Mann and Argie Leona Davis Mann. He was the pastor of the West Berryton Faith Temple Holiness Church for many years and had previously pastored other churches including Barrett’s Chapel in Gaylesville, AL, Big Rock Church in Sand Rock, AL, Fort Payne Holiness Church of Fort Payne, AL, and Cunningham Bridge Church in Sylvania, AL. Rev. Mann was also retired from Riegel Textiles.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Bessie Anderson Mann; siblings, Gracie Adams, Margaret Hughes, William A. “Dock” Mann, Floye Rice, James Oscar Mann, Lula Hughes, Ray Mann, Essie Lou Lively, Fay Mann, Katherine Sims, and Viver Mann; and his son-in-law, Danny Morgan.

Survivors include his daughter, Glenda Mann Morgan; grandson, Billy John (Tabatha) Lewis; great-grandchildren, Maranda (Jason) Phillips, Levi Lewis; great-great-grandson, Jaxon Phillips; special friends, Barbara Dickens and Tina Maynard.

Funeral services for Rev. Mann will be held at 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, January 6, 2026, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Jason Boyd officiating. Interment will follow in Lyerly Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Jason Phillips, Matt Boyd, Billy Lewis, Teddy Williams, Chad Miller, Bobby Sizemore, Junior Boyd, and Jaren Boyd. Honorary pallbearers will be Levi Lewis, Jaxon Phillips, and the members of West Berryton Faith Temple Holiness Church.

Rev. Mann will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. Monday, January 5, 2026.

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

01/02/2026

Mr. Narcisco Santos Hernandez, age 30 of Summerville, GA passed away Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at an Atlanta Hospital.

Mr. Hernandez was born August 25, 1995, in Fort Payne, AL, to Micaela Juan and Efraen Hernandez. He loved to make people smile and caring for his family. H was also an avid fan of Alabama Football.

Along with his parents he is survived by his fiancé, Christina Crowe; siblings, Efrean, Salvador, Angel, and Guadelupe Hernandez, and Joshua, Benny, Eva, Lina, and Maria Ramirez; along with many friends and extended family members.

Funeral services to celebrate the life of Mr. Hernandez will be held at 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, January 7, 2026, from the chapel of Mason
Funeral Home. Interment will follow at West Hill Cemetery with Salvador Hernandez, Efrain Hernandez, Andres Hernandez, Sr., Andres Hernandez, Jr., Joshua Ramirez, Angel Hernandez, Andres Francisco, and Salvador Hernandez serving as pallbearers.

Mr. Hernandez will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends Wednesday from 12:00 noon until the service hour.

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

01/01/2026

As 2025 comes to a close, we would like to thank each and every family that has entrusted us with caring for their loved one and for their family through one of life's most difficult moments. It is our hope that we have helped ease the burden on every family we have served.

We would like to wish everyone a Happy New Year!

Sincerely,

Joseph Swords and the Staff of Mason Funeral Home

01/01/2026

Mrs. Jennett Fraiser Hammonds, age 103, of Summerville, GA, died Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at Oakview Health and Rehabilitation.

Mrs. Hammonds was born May 1, 1922, in Dawson, AL, daughter of the late John Marion Fraiser and Lizar Leuvenda Stephenson Fraiser. She had attended the West Summerville Baptist Church and prior to her retirement, was employed with Bigelow-Sanford.
Mrs. Hammonds was known to her grandchildren as “Nana” and “Mamanett,” and was known for her gardening skills in growing beautiful flowers. She loved the outdoors and enjoyed her visits from family and friends. She was also an avid fan of the Atlanta Braves.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Fletcher Charles Hammonds; son, Mickey Hammonds; brothers, Henry Fraiser and Rassie Fraiser; sisters, Marie Cofield and Odell Smith; and a grandson, Chuck Hammonds.

Survivors include her sons, Ricky (Pam) Hammonds, Jerry (Anita) Hammonds; a daughter, Jackie Grimes; grandchildren, Chris Hammonds, Megan Hunter, Clancey Cooper, Macy Hammonds Wilson, Casey Broyles, Aaron Broyles, Brooke Whaley, Cody Grimes, and Robin Grimes Womack; 14 great-grandchildren; and nieces, Brenda Cooper and Janet Colbert.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, January 3, 2026, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. James Baird officiating. Interment will follow in Summerville Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Chris Hammonds, Will Hammonds, Trent Wilson, Calen Cooper, Kaden Stover, Cody Grimes, Steve McGill, and Chuck Cox.

Mrs. Hammonds will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 12:00 Noon until the hour of service on Saturday.

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

12/31/2025

Mrs. Azilee Mathis Edwards, age 94, of Summerville, GA, passed away Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at Oakview Health and Rehabilitation.

Mrs. Edwards was born June 24, 1931, in Lafayette, GA, daughter of the late Ethel Woodall Mathis and Vandell Mathis. She graduated from Summerville High School in 1948. She was an employee of the Farmer Montgomery Knitting Mill, working under Mr. J.R. Burgess, and later retired from the needling department of the Lyerly Rug Mill. She was a member of Four Mile Baptist Church.

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Edwards was preceded in death by her husband, Albert Lee Edwards; son, Jerry Wayne Edwards; sister, Audrey Faye Christol; brothers, Monroe Mathis and Herbert Mathis; a special aunt and uncle, Paul and Bobbie Woodall; and daughter-in-law, Barbara Jean Edwards.

Survivors include her daughter, Elizabeth Hughes; sons, Ricky Edwards, Steven (Dale) Edwards, Tim (Pam) Edwards, Andrew Edwards, Mike Edwards, and James (Holly) Edwards; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren; and daughter-in-law, Melody Edwards.

Graveside and interment services will be held at 3:30 Friday, January 2, 2026, at Summerville Cemetery with Rev. Joel Smith and Rev. Doyle Kelley officiating. Active pallbearers will be Avery Edwards, Austin Edwards, Gunnar Gable, Tom Edwards, Don Edwards, and Mick Allen. Honorary pallbearers will be Robbie Turner, Rodney Edwards, Jeff Edwards, and Danny Callaway.

Mrs. Edwards will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 1:00 until 3:00 P.M. on Friday.

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

12/30/2025

Mrs. Pauline Estelle Hines, age 94, of Summerville, GA died Monday, December 29, 2025, at Atrium Health Floyd-Chattooga.

Mrs. Hines was born February 16, 1931, in Gaylesville, AL, daughter of the late Milton and Lela Bagley Elliott. She was Baptist by faith and had previously attended the Spring Creek Baptist Church. Prior to her retirement, she was employed with Riegel Textiles.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Mitchell Hines; daughter, Joyce Deborah Hines Battles; brothers, J.D. Elliott, Donald Elliott; and a sister, Gartrell Elliott Burge.

Survivors include her son, Randall (Tina) Hines; daughter, Peggy Hines; grandchildren, Charity Hines (Joshua) Jolly, Joshua (Melissa) Hines, Timothy Battles, Michael Battles, and Randy Battles; and several great-grandchildren.

Graveside and interment services will be held at 3:00 P.M. Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at West Hill Cemetery with Rev. Matthew Willingham officiating.

Mrs. Hines will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:30 P.M. Wednesday.

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

12/28/2025

Mr. Billie Gene Stewart, age 88, of Summerville, GA, died Saturday, December 27, 2025, at his residence.

Mr. Stewart was born April 20, 1937, in Summerville, GA, son of the late Will and Georgia Barr Stewart. He was of the Baptist faith and prior to his retirement, was employed with Georgia Rug Mill. Mr. Stewart loved hunting and fishing and served as a baseball and football coach.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Marzell Nelson Stewart; sister, Diane McNair; and brothers, Gene Stewart and Jay Stewart.

Survivors include his sons, Donnie (Rosemary) Stewart, Dennis (Debbie) Stewart, Jr.; 4 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great-grandchildren.

Graveside and interment services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at Summerville Cemetery with Rev. Jason Lee officiating. Pallbearers will be Chris Stewart, Dennis Stewart, Jr., Chang Stewart, Joey McNair, Nick Stewart, Issaic Stewart, and Brandon Stewart.

Mr. Stewart will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 9:30 until 10:30 A.M. on Tuesday.

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

12/26/2025

Mrs. Kathy “Granny Shake” Terry, age 60, of Summerville, GA, died Sunday, December 21, 2025, at her residence.

Mrs. Terry was born April 16, 1965, in Lafayette, GA, daughter of the late Billy David Abernathy and Shirley Marie Crane Abernathy. She was Baptist by faith and was a homemaker who loved being a Baseball Granny for the Dirt Devils Baseball team.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Jessica Terry.

Survivors include her husband, Ray Bridges; daughter, Jenna Terry (Darin McGuire); bonus daughter, Anna Hudson; step sons, Jeff Bridges, Corey Bridges; brother, Tim (Tina) Abernathy; sisters, Judy Slaughter, Tonya (Whistle) Dawson, and Melinda Clark; grandchildren, Joshua McGuire, Jayci McGuire. She also had two special friends, Jane Price and Shenia Glass.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Monday, December 29, 2025, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Larry Reynolds and Rev. David Dutton officiating. Interment will follow in Lyerly Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jake Dawson, Billy Abernathy, James Abernathy, Randall Abernathy, Dewayne Clark, and Curtis Cochran.

Mrs. Terry will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. Sunday, December 28, 2025.

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