Steven Mathews Mr. Steven Doyle Mathews, age 56 of Franklin, Georgia passed away at his home on May 20, 2013.  Funeral services for Steve will be conducted on Saturday, May 25th, 2013 at 3 p.m. from the Prospect Church on Highway 34 West Franklin, Georgia with Brett Mathews & David  Persinger officiating. Steve was born in LaGrange, Georgia on February 10, 1957, the son of the late Doyle Huel and Emma Lee Mathews. Steve had an undeniable presence, tenacious spirit, and huge heart. He would help anyone in need, even a stranger. He loved his family and was close to each one. He also was an exceptional athlete. Steve loved sports throughout his life and was on the first football team of Heard Co. High School and was MVP. He was scouted for his baseball abilities by the Atlanta Braves in 1975 with a batting average of .571 and 17 stolen bases.   He was an excellent worker and had many skills but was an electrician by trade. He was an employee of Heard County Concrete. He received secondary schooling from Central Carolina Technical College & West Georgia College for electrician degree. He also acquired CDL from Carroll Technical Institute.  Steve is missed, loved, and survived by his sisters and their husbands: Vicki & Tilman Levens, Jo Ann & David Persinger; his brothers and their wives: Ronnie & Gina Mathews, Bobby & Cindy Mathews; his nephews and niece: Barry Levens, Kane Persinger, Elizabeth Watts, Criss Langston & Leilana; great nephews and nieces: Avery Levens, Matthew Levens, Alexis Levens, Jacob Watts, Allyssa Quezada, Alaina Quezada & Aaliyah Quezada.   Betty Jo Henley Ms. Betty Jo Henley, age 50, of Carrollton, passed away May 17, 2013 at Tanner Medical Center in Carrollton. Ms. Henley was preceded in death by her father, John Alford Blair Sr. She is survived by her mother, Geraldine Neill, Palmetto; son Jeffrey Bivins, Marietta; daughter, Brandi Shirah, Newnan; brothers, Junior and Melissa Blair, Whitesburg, David and Theresa Blair, Whitesburg, Ricky Neill, Carrollton; sister Pat and Rusty Johnson, Newnan; 1 grandchild, Nicholas Shirah; nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 2 pm Thursday, May 23, 2013 at Higgins Hillcrest Chapel with interment to follow at Lakeside Memorial Gardens in Palmetto. Pastor Terry Calhoun will be officiating. The family will receive friends at Higgins Hillcrest Chapelon Wednesday, May 23, 6-8 p.m.      Mrs. Lavada Gray Mrs. Lavada McLendon Gray, 92 of Turin, Georgia died at Piedmont Newnan Hospital on May 17, 2013. She was born on April 20, 1921 to the late Albert McLendon and  Mattie Chappell McLendon. In addition she was predeceased by two sons, Wayne and Gregory Lyon. Surviving are her husband, James T. Gray Jr.; daughters Nancy Henson of Griffin, Donna Mitchell of Chatsworth, Linda Morrow of Whitesburg, and Zene VanLeevwen of Hogansville; 16 grandchildren and several great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, May 24, 2013 at Higgins Hillcrest Chapel. Interment will follow at County Line Christian Church Cemetery. The family will recieve friends at the funeral home on Friday, May 24, 10:00 a.m. until service time.      Mrs. Louise Davis Mrs. Louise Huggins Davis, age 76 of Newnan, died at Piedmont Fayette Hospital on May 12, 2013.  She was born in Camden, South Carolina on August 18, 1936 to the late Thomas Dewey Huggins and Carrie Hart Huggins.  In addition to her parents, she was pedecesed by her husband, Robert Neal Davis, Sr.  Surviving are her son, Robert Neal Davis, Jr. of Newnan; daughters, Gwynne Patterson (Larry) of Newnan, Roberta Gilbert (Jeff) of Franklin, and Joy Olmstead (Bryan) of Newnan; sister, Loretta Brackin of Florida; 9 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren.  Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at Higgins Hillcrest Chapel with Pastor F.D. McWhorter and Dr. Melvin Payne offciating.  Interment will follow at Wesminster Memorial Gardens,  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday, May 14, 6-8 p.m.      Mrs. Margaret Webb Mrs. Margaret Rebecca Spencer Webb, age 84 of Newnan, died at her residence on May 11, 2013.  She was born on December 31, 1928 in Troup County to the late Albertis Spencer and Mattie Hughes Spencer.  She worked in the business office of Newnan Hospital and  was a member of East Newnan Baptist Church.  She enjoyed fishing, craft projects, and spent much of her time reading her Bible.  In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her husband, Eddie Webb,  Surviving are her son, Danny "Scoot" Spencer (Shauna); grandchildren, Courtney, Emily, and Phillip; brothers, Jerry Spencer (Nancy), and Danny Spencer (Cathy); nieces and nephews.  Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at the funeral home with Rev. Gary Howard and Rev. Frank Powers officiating.  Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday, May 13,2012, 6-8 p.m.      Mrs. Lillian Dyer Mrs. Lillian Lowman Dyer, age 93 of Newnan died at Doctor's Hospice on May 9, 2013.  She was born on March 5, 1920 to the late William Frank Lowman and Carsie Bramlett Lowman.  She was a product demonstrator for Kroger.  She was predeceased by her husband, James Dyer and is survived by her sons, Roy Lawrence of McDonough and Kenneth Lawrence of Newnan; brother. Carl Gerald Lowman of Jacksonville, Fl; sister, Lois L Perkins of Morrow; 3 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; 4 great great grandchildren.  Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, May 13, 2013 at Higgins Hillcrest Chapel with Pastor Bryan Calhoun officiating.  Interment will follow at Sherwood Memorial Park.   The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday, May 12, 4-6 p.m.    L.T. Tenney  Mr. L.T. Tenney, age 89 of Newnan, died on May 7, 2013. He was born on October 8, 1923 in Coweta County to the late George A. Tenney and Ruby Gill Tenney. He served under General Patton in World War II and retired from Ford Motor Co. in 1982. He loved his family and enjoyed fishing, hunting, and golfing. He was an ordained deacon at White Oak Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Christine Crawford, and brothers, Roger, Thomas, Bobby, Gerald, Allen, and Ralph Tenney. Surviving are his wife, Ruth Rainwater Tenney; sons Terry Tenny and Tommy Tenney; daughters, Sandra Jensen (Don), Sherri Pickett, Donna Harris (Dennis); brothers, James Tenney (Ruth), Harold Tenney (Donna), and Richard Tenney (Jeanette); sister, Peggy Ison (Charles); grandchildren, Dee, Jennifer, Brad, Melissa, James, Jonathan, Kristy, Kelley. and Matthew; 7 great grandchildren. Online condolences may be sent to the family ay www.higginshillcrestchapel.com. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 pm on Friday, May 10, 2013 at Higgins Hillcrest Chapel with Rev Jimmy Fleming, Dr. Phil Pilgrim, and Rev. Bobby Norton officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday from 1:00 until service time. Higgins Hillcrest Chapel Funeral Home, Newnan, 770-253-4723    Edna Jean Dickinson Ms. Edna Jean Dickinson, age 79, passed away at Kindred Healthcare on May 5, 2013. Ms. Dickinson was preceded in death by her parents Harold and Wavell Washburn, husband Floyd J. Dickinson. Ms. Dickinson is survived by sons, David Putnam (Charlene), Bobby Dickinson, Terry Dickinson (Karen), Michael Dickinson (Ree) and Brian Dickinson; daughters, Darlene Medieros (Joey), Cherrie Dickinson; brothers, Harold Washburn Jr and Cyress Washburn. Ms. Dickinson is also survived by 15 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. The family will receive friends at the funeral home, Wednesday from 6-8. Services for Ms. Dickinson will be held on Thursday, May 9 at 2pm at Higgins Hillcrest Chapel Funeral Home, with Pastor Brian Hosmer officiating.  Interment will be held at Oak Hill Cemetery following the service. Higgins Hillcrest Chapel Funeral Home.      Debbie Thompson Mrs. Debbie (Sewell) Thompson, age 57 died at Newnan Piedmont Hospital on April 30, 2013. Mrs. Thompson was a lifelong resident of Newnan, Ga.  She is predeceased by her parents Newton & Betty Sewell.  Surviving family members are her husband Allen "Bubba" Thompson; sons, Allen Thompson, Brian Thompson (Laura); daughter Amy Uscher (Mike); brother Darrell Sewell (Cindy);  four grandchildren Hunter Cabrera, Myka Uscher, Adrianna Thompson and Nicholas Thompson; numerous family and friends.  Family will receive friends on Saturday, May 4, 2013 at 12:00 until service time at 2:00p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be at Forest Lawn Cemetery following funeral service.   Brenda Sue Walker Mrs. Brenda Sue Walker, age 69 of Grantville, died at Piedmont Newnan Hospital on May 1, 2013.  She was born on November 30, 1943 in Austin, Texas to the late L.D. Dunlap and Frances Payne Dunlap.  She was in personnel department with the U.S. Army.  Surviving are her husband, Ira Lee Walker; daughters, Kymer Walker and Tricia McKinney, both of Newnan; brother, John Wesley Dunlap; sisters, Deborah Dunlap, Jane McKinney, and Gay Lynn Dunlap.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday, May 4, 2013. Jerry "Dwayne" Steadham Funeral services for Mr. Steadham age 52, wll be held on Wednesday on April 24, 2013 at 2:00 in the chapel at the funeral home, with Rev. Brian Hosmer officiating.  Mr. Steadham died on April 22, 2013 at Piedmont Newnan Hospital. Family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at the funeral home from 6:00-8:00.  Higgins Hillcrest Chapel Funeral Home.   Glenda Garner Funeral services for Mrs. Glenda Garner will be held on Thursday evening, April 18, 2013, at 8:00 pm at the Higgins Hillcrest Chapel Funeral Home with Rev. Bryan Calhoun officiating.  Mrs. Garner died on April 16, 2013 at the Southern Regional Hospital.   William Thomas Baker Mr. William Thomas Baker of Franklin, died on April 18, 2013 at the Tanner Medical Center in Carrollton.  A memorial service will be held at a later date.   Louise Rainey Masdon Mrs. Louise Rainey Masdon, age 83, of Peachtree City, died on April 18, 2013 at her residence.  Mrs. Masdon was born in Coweta, County to the late Thomas Rainey and Annie Will Jackson Rainey.  Mrs. Masdon was a homemaker for most of her life caring for the needs of her family.She is survived by her husband Jerry Masdon of Peachtree City; sons, Steven Masdon, Scott Masdon and his wife Teresa and Jeff Masdon and his wife Elanor; sisters, Fran Newton, Ruth Singleton, and Edna Childers; 12 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; nieces nephews, other relatives and friends.  Funeral services will be held on Sunday, April 21, 2013, at 2:00 pm at the Higgins Hillcrest Chapel with Rev. Chad Bishop officiating.  Interment will follow the service at the Forest Lawn Memorial Park.  Family will receive friends on SATURDAY from 3-5 pm at the funeral home.  Scott J. Murray Mr. Scott J. Murray, of Sharpsburg, died on April 18, 2013 at the Harbor Grace Hospice in Atlanta.  Mr. Murray was born in Toledo, Ohio on July 17, 1954 to Donn Robert Murray and Ruth McGinnis Murray.  He was employed by Delta Airlines for over 24 years as a Ramp Supervisor.  In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, Pat Murray of Sharpsburg; son, Chris Murray and his wife Kristin fo Luthersville; daughter, Tiffany Johnson and her husband Lee of Sharpsburg; brother, Jim Murray and his wife Bonnie of Forest Park; 4 grandchildren and other relatives and friends.  Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2013, at 4:00 pm at the Higgins Hillcrest Chapel Funeral Home.  Family will receive friends on Saturday beginning at 2:00 pm until service hour.   Carl Newton Luttrell Mr. Carl Newton Luttrell, of Hogansville, died on April 12, 2013 in Tallapoosa, Ga.  A family memorial will be held at a later date.    Kenneth Dwayne Forsyth Mr. Kenneth Dwayne Forsyth, age 63, of Sharpsburg, passed away at his residence with family and friends by his side on April 6, 2013.  Mr. Forsyth retired from Home Depot after 20 years.  He is survived by his wife Christine Forsyth of Sharpsburg.  One son, Ryan Forsyth, USMC.  Two daughters Danielle,  husband (Ryan) Bagby, of Sharpsburg, Rebecca Forsyth of Sharpsburg.  Two sisters Karen Sanders of Florida and Kim Couvillion, of Florida.  One grandchild Ava Bagby.  Funeral service is Tueday, April 9th at 7:00 p.m. at the Higgins Hillcrest Funeral Home.  Family will receive friends on Tuesday, April 9th from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.       Gerald Martin Mr. Gerald Martin, age 61, of Newnan, GA died at his residence on April 6, 2013.  He was preceded in death by his parents Eugene & Claudia Nix.  He is survived by his wife Judy Martin of Newnan, Son, Michael Martin of Newnan. Sister, Claudie Ballenger of Gainsville and a nephew, Chris Allen of Gainsville.  Funeral service will be held on Sunday, April 7 at 3:00 at the funeral home.   Family will receive friends on Sunday, April 7 from 2:00 until service time.       ww.higginshillcrestchapel.co Betty Ferguson Washburn Mrs. Betty Ferguson Washburn, age 80 of Columbus, died at St. Francis Hospital on March 30, 2013.  She was born in Columbus, Ohio on September 8, 1932 to the late Reno Ferguson and Grace Edna Wood Ferguson.  She was an administrative assistance for the Federal Government.  In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by a daughter, Rena Ann White. Surviving are her sons, James A. Washburn (Elaine) of Newark, Ohio and William G. Washburn (Marie) of Alexander City, Alabama; daughter, Grace K. Bland of Columbus GA; 10 grandchildren and several great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 4, 2013 at the funeral home.  Interment will follow at St. Paul's Cemetery in Whitesburg.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home beginning at noon on Thursday, April 4, 2013 .' Nellie Chester Mrs. Nellie Chester, age 71 of Senoia, died at Piedmont Newnan Hospital on March 30, 2013.  She was born on September 28, 1941 to the late George Wilkes and Maybell Kirklin Wilkes.  In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Howard Chester.  Surviving are her son, Douglas H. Chester; brother, Albert Wilkes, Sr.; sisters, Betty Lee, Ruby Wagoner, Laverne Baglio, and Murl Gilner.  Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at the funeral home.  Interment will follow at Senoia City Cemetery.  The famliy will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday, A pril 2,2013, 6-8 p.m.   Michael Eugene Sweeten, Jr. Mr. Michael Sweeten, age 28 of Lowndes County, died at South Georgia Medical Center on March 28, 2013.  He was born in Fulton County on June 20, 1984.  Surviving are his parents, Daniel and Janice Walker; son, David Sweeten; daughter, Riley Sweeten; brothers, Jeremy Sweeten and Johnny Walker; sister, Tammy Walker.  Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 2, 2013 at the funeral home with Rev. Johnnie White officiating.  Interment will follow at Sherwood Memorial Gardens.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 10:00 a.m. until service time.  Gladys Lillian McKinnon  Mrs. Gladys McKinnon, age 75, of Senoia, GA, died at Piedmont Newnan Hospital on March 28, 2013. She was a member of Miracle Way Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, James D. McKinnon. Surviving are her sons, Gary McKinnon of Forest Park, Darrell (Alicia) McKinnon of McDonough, and Phillip (Denise) McKinnon of Carrollton; daughters, Norma Jean (Bill) Wallace and Cheryl (Kenny) Howard all of Senoia; 15 grandchildren.   Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on March 30, 2013 at the funeral home with Rev. Harry Gann and Rev. Ken Smith officiating. Interment will follow at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church Cemetery. The family received friends at the funeral home on Friday, March 29, 2013,  6-8 p.m.  Peggy Jeannette Stonaker Mrs. Jeannette Stonaker, age 81 of Turin, died on March 16, 2013.  She was born in Fulton County on January 2, 1932 to the late Roy G. Chaffin and Lillian Wilkinson Chaffin.  In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her husband, Elbert Stonaker.  Surviving are her daughter, Virginia Moore Neill (William) of Turin; 2 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren (and 1 on the way).  Graveside funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on March 28, 2013, at Pitts Cemetery with Dr. Gene Minix officiating.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home Thursday, March 28, 11:00-1:30. Maggie M. Hartley Mrs. Maggie M. Hartley, age 87 of Newnan, passed way on March 23, 2013.  She was born in Coweta County on April 24, 1925 to the late Alvin Hall and Dora Roberts Hall.  She loved the Lord and her family members and friends and served them all her life.  She operated a beauty shop at Star Crest Nursing Home and was given an award for her many volunteer hours.  Maggie had extensive hours of Bible courses and also studied at Georgia State to teach Laotians.  She was a member of First Baptist Church of Newnan where she taught Sunday School for 43 years and was inducted into the "Sunday School Teachers Hall of Fame" in Nashville, TN.  She had a gift for writing and wrote a book about "The Cemetery Class (ladies 80-90) and also a book about her mother.  Surviving are her husband, J.W. Hartley; sons, Jimmy Millians, Steve (Susan) Millians, Sam (Teresa) Millians, and Donald (Deloris) Hartley; daughters, Margaret Hunter, Susan Bell, and Becky (Mike) Bright; sister, Frances Morrell; many grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren.  Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 26, 2013 at Higgins Hillcrest Chapel with Rev. Jerry Walker officiating.  Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday, March 25, 6-8 p.m Betty Wylene Green Mrs. Betty Green, age 76 of Senoia died at Piedmont Fayette Hospital on Marach 20, 2013.  She was a member of East Newnan  Surviving are her husband, Glenn L. Green of Senoia. sons, Ricky (Cindy) Green of Grantville, Danny (LeAnn) Green of LaGrange, and Charles (Kimberly) Green of Newnan; daughters, Lisa (Mike) Coopland of Senoia, Sheila (Bill) Jenkins of Pine Mountain, and Patricia Hays of Newnan; sisters, Jean Mills of Lawrenceville and Sara Ann Pasternak of Lawrenceville; grandchildren and great grandchildren.   Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, March 22, 2013 at the funeral home with Rev. Bryan Calhoun and Rev. Pat Latta officiating.  Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.  The family will receive at the funeral home on Thursday, March 21, 2013, 6-8 p.m.  John Dennis Jones Mr. John Jones, age 54 of Sharpsburg, passed away at his residence on Monday, March 18, 2013 after a long courageous battle with cancer.  He was born on May 31, 1958 in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Earl and Norma Jones who preceded him in death.  He is survived by his wife, Tracy L. Jones, a sister, Deborah (Jay) Kennedy, mother-in-law, Rose M. Wiggins, brother-in-law, Tommy (Debbie) Wiggins, and several other loving family members and friends.  He was preceded in death by a brother, Larry Jones, and father-in-law, Herschel Wiggins.John enjoyed the outdoors, traveling, and working with his hands.  He loved his friends and family, and most of all his wife, "Slick." Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 21, 2013 at First Baptist Church of Haralson with Rev. Drew Ross and Mr. Timothy Gowens officiating.  Interment will follow at the church cemetery.  John will be placed in state at the church at 10:00 a.m. The family will receive friends at Higgins Hillcrest Chapel on Wednesday, March 20, 2013, 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. If you so desire, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or St. Jude Children's Hospital.   Ada Youngblood Ms. Ada Youngblood, age 76 of Senoia, died at Thomaston, GA on March 16, 2013.  She was a floral designer for Stacey's Flowers.  She was born in Coweta County on January 28, 1936 to the late John T. Bishop and Martha Powell Bishop.  A memorial service will be held at 5:00 p.m.on Tuesday, March 19, 2013 at the funeral home with Rev. Harry Parkerson officiating.  The family will receive friends beginning at 4:00.    Sharon Lee Notestine Mrs. Sharon Lee Notestine (Brown), 76, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 13, 2013.  Born April 18, 1936, in Whitley County, IN, she graduated from Churubusco High School.  Sharon retired frm East Allen County Schools, where she served s cafeteria manager at Leo Elementary.  Long time residents of Leo, IN, she and her husband Bob relocated to Atlanta, GA after retirement.  She loved family reunions, fishing, playing cards and shuffleboard, traveling, and spending time with her grandchildren.  Surviving are her children, Edwin and wife Debbie Notestine of Atlanta, Shareen Miles and husband Terry of Charleston, SC, and Eileen McWhorter and husband Terry of Atlanta; seven grandchildren, Dana (Sottnick), Sara (Day), and Brian Notestine, Nicholas and Mitchell Miles and Jake and Shelby McWhorter; brother, Dean Brown of Seattle, WA.  She also had 3 great-grandchildren:  Bradon and Ansley Day and Savannah Notestine.  She was preceded in death by her husband Robert Edwin Notestine and her brother Fay Eugene Brown of Columbia City, IN.  The funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 24, 2013 at Southwest Christian Church, East Point, GA.  Her memorial/burial service is to be held in Leo, IN, in the summer.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Southwest Christian Care (Hospice); Southwest Christian Church, Atlanta; or Cedar Creek Church of Christ, Leo, IN. Charles Everett Hudson Mr. Everett Hudson, age 84 of Peachtree City, GA died at his residence on March 13, 2013.  He was born in Laurens County, GA on October 12, 1928 to the late Carlton Henry Hudson and Alma Brooks Hudson.  He was a chemical salesman earlier in life.  Surviving are his wife, Joan B. Hudson of Peachtree City; daughter, Cherie’ H. Byra of Huntington Beach, CA; sisters, Beverly Pratt and Louise Campbell; nieces and nephews.  Graveside funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, March 18, 2013 at Northview Cemetery in Dublin, GA.       Doris Wilbanks Dhaene Mrs. Doris  Dhaene, age 77 of Newnan, died at Tanner Medical Center on March 15, 2013.  She was aborn in Smyrna, GA on June 8, 1935 to the late Harrison and Milla (Hendrix) Turley.  She loved and cared for her family throughout her life.  She enjoyed gardening and working with her flowers.  In addition to her father, she was predeceased by her husband, Joseph Dhaene; brother, Dexter Turley; sister, Gwendolyn (Turley) Helms; son, David Moyer. Surviving are her mother, Milla Turley; son, Joseph Dhaene of Newnan; daughters, Carol (Bobby) Wolfe, Mary Leaptrot all of Newnan, Brenda (Tim) Holloway of Whitesburg, and Marsha (David) Tillerry of Newnan; brothers, Brewster Turley of Elijah and Mickey Turley of Plains; 11 grandchildren; great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, March 18, 2013 at Higgins Hillcrest Chapel with Rev. Bryan Calhoun officiating.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday, March 17, 2013, 5-7 p.m. Jeanie Lynn Bunn Mrs. Jeanie Lynn Bunn, age 49 of Newnan, died at Cancer Treatment Center of America on March 15, 2013.  She was born in Ashland, AL on September 4, 1963 to John C. Ingram and Virginia Moore Ingram.  She was the "mother of the year" to her family for 28 years in a row (new record).  Jeanie had military service affiliation for 20 years--a Marine wife for 13 years and an Air Force mom for 7 years.  She has been a sports mom for 28 years in softball, baseball, basketball, football, and track as well as ballet.  Surviving are her mother, Virginia Ingram; husband, Jerry Bunn; sons, Jake Bunn and Tyler Bunn; daughters, Jennifer Bunn and Abby Bunn; brother, Marty Ingram; sisters, Sara Vaivao, Linda Bryant, and Ramona Thomas.  A memorial service will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 17, 2013 at the funeral home Cody Brasher officiating.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday, 4:00 until service time.  In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Southeastern Assistance in Healthcare (SAIH), helping Cancer Treatment Centers of American patients and their families with non-medical expenses.  Donations can be sent to 600 Parkway North, Newnan, GA  30265. Margaret Ann Ownbey Mrs. Margaret Ann Ownbey, age 68 of Newnan, died at her residence on March 15, 2013.  She was born in Troup County, GA on July 26, 1944 to the late William Costley and Pauline McClendon Costley.  She was in the custodial department of the Coweta County School System.  She loved the Lord and her church, Southside Baptist.  In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Douglas L. Ownbey.  Surviving are her son, Lee Ownbey of Newnan; daughters, Susan (Tony) Coggin, Lisa Ownbey all of Newnan, and Gail (Ken) Mitchell of Carrollton; brothers, W.T. Costley of Palmetto, Render, Ralph, James, and Steve Costley all of Newnan; sister, June Phillips of Whitesburg; 15 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 17, 2013 with Rev. Carl Calhoun officiating.  Interment will follow at Oak HIll Cemetery.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday, March 16, 2013, 6-8 p.m.   Mildred L. Coalson Mrs. Mildred Coalson, age 85 of Newnan, passed away on March 13, 2013 at Piedmont Newnan Hospital.  She was born in Carroll County on November 22, 1927 to the late Emmett Knott and Jimmie Lou Dingler Knott.  She was retired from Playtex.  Mrs. Coalson was a member of Ephesus Christian Church.  She is survived by her husband, Roscoe Coalson of Newnan.  Graveside funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, March 15, 2013 at Oak HIll Cemetery with Rev. Mike Mallory officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday, March 14, 2013, 6-8 p.m.    Marian Christine Gee Mrs. Marian Gee, age 78 of Newnan, died at Piedmont Newnan Hospital on March 11, 2013.  She was born in Fulton County on November 19, 1934 to the late Walter Williams and Josephine Robert Williams.  Surviving are her husband, Homer Gee; sons, Chuck Webb (Jo) of Tallapoosa, Monte Webb (Cindy) of Nickolson, and Boyce Webb of Newnan; duaghter, Terry Webb of Newnan; brothers, Walter Williams of Virginia and Ricky Williams of Florida.  Funeral services will be held at noon on Saturday, March 16, 2013.  Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Gardens in Stockbridge.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday, March 15, 2013, 6-8 p.m.    Annie Lewis Wellborn Mrs. Annie Wellborn, age 87 of Sharpsburg, died at Piedmont Newnan Hospital on March 10, 2013.  She was born in Oconee County, GA on April 9, 1925 to the late Joe Lewis Ivey and Susie Emma Griffith.  She had various occupations throughout her life, but the one for which she would most like to be remembered was being a seamstress.  In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Herbert Paul Wellborn.  Surviving are her daughters, Paulette Thomas (DeWayne) of Fairburn and Judy Baxter (James) of Hahira.  Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 14, 2013 at the funeral home with Dr. James Baxter, Mrs. Pauleatte Thomas, and Rev. DeWayne Thomas officiating.  Interment will follow at 2:00 at Westview Cemetery.   Ollie Marion Hosmer Mr. Ollie Marion "Dood" Hosmer, age 76 of Moreland, passed away peacefully with family and friends by his side on March 11, 2013.  He was born on June 25, 1936 to the late Thomas Monroe Hosmer and Rosie Eaton Hosmer.  He retired from Franklin Products.  "Dood" was a member of Mt. Moriah Baptist Church and he had a deep love for his family and church.  His hobby was woodworking. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Helen Hosmer, and several brothers and sisters.  Surviving are his sons, Tim and Lori Hosmer of Newnan and Kent (Red) and Glenda Hosmer of Grantville; daughters, Betty and Charlie Hemrick of Newnan and Judy and Ben Carden of Moreland; brothers, Gene and Hazel Hosmer of Luthersville, Jerry Hosmer of LaGrange, and Bob and Bernice Hosmer of Tennessee; sisters, Jenny and Mike Duchene of Hogansville and Linda and Paul Whitten of St. Marks; 13 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren.  Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 13, 2013 at Higgins Hillcrest Chapel with Rev. Matthew Sharpton, Rev. Tim Hosmer, and Rev. Bryan Calhoun officiating.  Interment will follow at Faith Baptist Church Cemetery.  Pallbearers are Andrew Hosmer, Matthew Sharpton, Joey Lewis, Bubba Woodruff, Tim Henderson, and Dustin Harper.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday, 5-9 p.m   Dorothy Jeanette Williams Mrs. Dorothy Jeannette Williams, age 76 of College Park died on March 10, 2013.  She was predeceased by her parents, Norman Hunt and Dorothy Jones Hunt, and her husband, Robert Williams.  Surviving are her sisters, Linda Hunt, Joy Young, Peggy Villanueva, and Sandra Murphey; numerous nieces and nephews.  Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 13, 2013 at Higgins Hillcrest Chapel with Rev. Vince Lamb officiating; interment Lakeside Memorial Gardens.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday, March 12, 2013,  10:00-12:00 and 5:00-7:00.    Donna Jean McLain Mrs. Donna Jean McLain, age 65 of Newnan, died at her residence on March 8, 2013.  She was born in Memphis, TN on May 21, 1947 to Rayford Dukes and Peggy Holladay Dukes.  A memorial service will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, March 11, 2013 at White Oak Baptist Church with Pastor Tim Hammett officiating.     Catherine Thompson Cochran Mrs. Catherine Thompson Cochran, age 90 of Union City, died at her residence on February 28, 2013.  Surviving are her husband, Jack Cochran; sons, Jack Cochran, Jr. (Therese) of Chicago and Jimmy Cochran of Fairburn; daughter, Janet Carlisle (Neil) of Athens; 6 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews.  w  Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 2, 2013, at First Christian Church of Fairburn with Rev. Keith Davenport officiating; interment Holly Hill Memorial Park.  The family will receive friends at the church 1-3 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to First Christian Church of Fairburn Building Fund, 154 Fayetteville Rd., Fairburn, GA  30213     Elizabeth Clyde Hargett Mrs. Betsy Hargett, age 64 of Newnan, died at Piedmont Newnan Hospital on February 27, 2013.  She was born in Waynesville, NC on October 26, 1948 to Clyde Fisher and Mary Poteat Fisher.  She was a middle school teacher and a member of Newnan First United Methodst Church.  A memorial service will be held at a later date in Waynesville, NC.     Elmer J. Vickery Mr. Elmer Vickery, age 73 of Flovilla, died at Spalding Regional Medical Center on February 26, 2013.  He was born on Decewmber 8, 1939.   He is survived by his wife, Marianna L. Vickery of Flovilla.  No services are planned at this time.   Cathryn Jewell Gatlin Ms. Cathryn Gatlin, age 87 of Union City died at Southwest Christian Care on February 24, 2013.  She was born in Franklin, GA on October 21, 1925 to the late Alexander Stephens Thompson and Lucy Morn Davis Thompson.  She grew up in Newnan and lived in Atlanta where she retired from Civil Service at Fort McPherson.  Cathy was a loving and devoted mother and grandmother who enjoyed reading, traveling, playing cards and being with her family and friends. She is survived by her son, Ronald S. Gatlin (Diane) of Lilburn; grandchildren, Jeffrey Gatlin and Jennifer McAuley (Sean); great grandchildren, Sena and Asa McAuley; sister, Martha Stallings; nephew, Kevin Stallings; nieces Ann Poe and Lisa Hampton; other beloved family and dear friends.  Cathy will be remembered for her sweet spirit and fun-loving disposition.  A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on March 16, 2013 at the funeral home.  In lieu of flowers, please contribute to cemetery care at Elim Baptist Church, 1529 Handy Rd., Newnan, GA  30263.       John Thomas McGouirk Mr. John T. McGouirk age 59 of Newnan, died at Piedmont Newnan Hospital on February 21, 2013.  He was born in East Point, GA on December 20, 1953 to the late Howard and Mary McGouirk.  In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his son, Shea McGouirk and sister, Carol McGouirk.  He was a long-time employee of Clayton Appliance Co. for over 40 years.  Surviving are his wife of 40 years, Leslie McGouirk of Newnan; sons, Jay McGouirk and Ryan McGouirk both of Newnan; brothers, Milton McGouirk of Flower Mound, Texas and Neil McGouirk of Jackson, GA; sisters, Angie Hall of Peachtree City and Donna Rosso of Watkinsville; a host of uncles, aunts, and cousins. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 24, 2013, at Higgins Hillcrest Chapel with Rev. Herman Woods officiating.  The family will receive friends at the funeral on Sunday, 1-2 p.m   Annie Maudean Couch Mrs. Maudean Couch, age 102 of Newnan, died at Avalon Health and Rehab Center on February 19, 2013.  She was born in Carroll County to the late James Rainwater and Laura Ann Rowell Rainwater.  She had worked for West Point-Pepperrel.  Mrs. Couch was the oldest member of East Newnan Baptist Church and the Newnan Senior Center, and she loved to travel.  In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Walter Couch in 1973. Surviving are her son, Morgan Couch of Newnan; sister, Nancy Agnes Amoss of Greensboro, GA; grandchildren, Melissa Hayes (Michael) and Marsha Couch; great grandchildren, Amanda Hayes and Andrew Hayes.  Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 23, 2011 at Higgins Hillcrest Chapel with Rev. Pat Latta officiating.  Interment will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday,11:00 a.m. until service time.    Joan Marie Bass Mrs. Joan Bass, age 67 of Grantville, died on February 18, 2013 at the home of her daughter.  She was predeceased by her parents and husband, James Bass.  Surviving are her son, James Bass of Grantville; daughters, Tammy Jackson (Ronald) of Newnan, Lisa Newman (Ted) of Grantville, Angie Bass of Tennessee; brother, Kirk Small of Maine; sister, Heather Pelkey of Massachusetts, Shirley Harrison of Newnan, and Phyllis Laplanto of Boston; 5 grandchildren 4 great grandchildren.  Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 21, 2013 at the funeral home with Rev. Joe Strickland officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday, February 20, 2013, 5-7 p.m.    James Vester Dyer Mr. James Dyer, age 82 of Newnan, died at his residence on February 15, 2013.  He was born in Blairsville, GA on May 15, 1930 to the late Cart Dyer and Pearl Duckworth Dyer.  He served his country in the United States Army and retired from General Motors.  James was an avid bingo player.  Surviving are his wife, Lillian Lowman Dyer; brother, Herbert Dyer (Anita) and sister, Ruby Nell Cook (Eugene) all of Blairsville; stepsons, Roy Lawrence of McDonough and Kenneth Lawrence of Franklin; 3 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; 4 great great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews,  Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, February 18, 2013 at Higgins Hillcrest Chapel with Rev. Timothy Hammett officiating.  Interment will follow at Sherwood Memorial Park.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday, February 17, 2013, 3-5 p.m.   Carolyn Grace Lenning Mrs. Carolyn Grace Lenning, age 71 of Newnan, died at her residence on February 14, 2013 following an extended illness.  She was born in Atlanta on August 12, 1941 to the late Hewlett Duncan and Mary Elizabeth Allen Duncan.  She retired from K Mart, but spent most of her time at the "Franklin Road Flea Market" where she shared her love of crafts among her many friends she adored.  Carolyn ascends the stairway to heaven behind her mother, Mary Cook; her father, B.H. Duncan; and sister, Helen Dupree.  She is survived by her beloved husband, George Lenning; sons, Tony Lenning (Beverly) and Andrew Lenning (Amanda) all of Newnan; daughter, Sherry Bennett (Mike) of Kennesaw; grandchildren, Trina Morgan (Joe), Michael Lenning, Emily Lenning, Ben Lenning, Andrew Bennett (Karen), Julia Hildoer (Patrick), Kyle Bennett; great grandchildren, twins Kayleigh and Kameron Guthrie, and Calla Bennett; loyal pet, Charlie.Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 17, 2013 in the chapel with Rev. Brian Hosmer officiating.  Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday, February 15, 2013, 5-8 p.m.    Dorothy Ann Robinson McCullough Mrs. Dorothy McCullough, age 70, of Newnan, died on February 12, 2013 at her residence. Mrs. McCullough was born on August 9, 1942, to the late Henry Grady Robinson and Ruby Inez Hembre Robinson. She worked in the textile industry as a machine operator for West Point and was a member of McIntosh Baptist Church. Mrs. McCullough is survived by her husband Gerald G. McCullough, son Ronnie (Angie) McCullough of Moreland, 2 daughters Donna (Terry) Turner of Greenville, GA, Sherry (Scott) Gaddy of Newnan, brother Billy Wayne (Pat) Robinson of Newnan. 10 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, numerous relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 15, 2013 at 3:00 p.m at the Higgins Hillcrest Chapel Funeral Home with Rev. Dwight L. Moody and Pastor Danny Wilson officiating. Interment will follow the service at the Oak Hill Cemetery. Family will receive friends on Thursday evening from 4-8 p.m. at the funeral home .   Doris Folds Windom Mrs. Doris Windom, age 82 of Newnan, died at Hospice LaGrange on February 10, 2013.  She was born in Newnan on March 26, 1930 to the late Clarence Folds and Ruby Quick Folds.  In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her son, Joey Windom, and brother, Billy Folds.  Surviving are her grandchildren, Amie and Chris Windom; 1 great grandchild; daughter-in-law, Sandy Windom; sister, Betty Smith of Newnan; sister-in-law, Shirley Folds; nieces, Elaine McKoy, Gaye Knott, Terri Payton, Lynn Turner, Alicia Smith; nephews, Randy Folds, Gene Folds. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 16, 2013, at Higgins Hillcrest Chapel with Rev. L.G. Gilstrap officiating.  Interment will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday, 10:00 a.m. until service time.  Paul Gene Brown Mr. Paul Brown, age 84 of Newnan, died at Piedmont Newnan Hospital on February 8, 2013.  He was born in Coweta County on May 28, 1928 to the late Cleveland Brown and Mary Alexander Brown.  Paul was retired from Bibb Manufacturing Company.  He was a member of East Newnan Baptist Church, and he especially enjoyed working outside in the garden.  He was an avid baseball fan.  Surviving are his son, Bobby Brown (Dana) of Luthersville; his beloved companion, Margaret Allison of Newnan; sister, Ann Spearman of Atlanta; 3 grandchildren, Brandey, Elizabeth, and Rachel; 2 great grandchildren, Drew and Abby Grace.  Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, February 11, 2013 at East Newnan Baptist Church with Rev. Frank Powers, Rev. Jesse Hughes, and Rev. Pat Latta officiating.  Interment will follow at Ramah First Baptist Church Cemetery.  Mr. Brown will be placed in state at the church at 1:00 p.m.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday, February 10, 2013, 6-8 p.m.    William Leon Archer, Sr. Mr. Billy Archer, age 74 of Newnan, GA, died at his residence on Feb. 5, 2013. He was born in Atlanta on June 21, 1938, to Hoke Archer and Hattie Chaney Archer. He served his country in the U.S. Army. He was an avid golfer and loved cars. Billy was predeceased by his father, Hoke Archer, and wife, Patricia Boswell Archer.  Surviving are his mother, Hattie Archer of Carrollton; wife, Sally Knight Archer of Newnan; sons, Bill Archer (Trish), Eric Archer (Mara), and Shannon Archer all of Newnan; daughters, Kaye Reinhardt of Jasper and Stephanie Singleton (William) of Raymond; brother, Hoke Archer of Newnan; sisters, Jean King of Newnan, and Phyllis Norton of Conyers; 9 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren.  Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 9,  at the funeral home with Rev. Don Smith officiating. Interment will follow at Cokes Chapel United Methodist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday, February 8, 2013, 6-8 p.m.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Billy to the American Heart Association.   Betty J. McLendon Mrs. Bettie McLendon, age 75 of Newnan, died at Piedmont Newnan Hospital on February 5, 2013.  She was born on May 24, 1937 to the late Grady and Ruther Meacham.  She loved her dogs and enjoyed crocheting.  Surviving are her husband, Donald McLendon, and brother, Walter Meacham, both of Newnan; nieces and nephews.  Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, February 8, 2013 at Higgins Hillcrest Chapel with Rev. Jeff Bowen officiating.  Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park..  The family will receive friends at the funeral home, Thursday, February 7, 2013, 6-8 p.m.  chive  Dr. Howard Hurley Howard A. Hurley, D.V.M., age 79, died on December 31, 2012.  Dr. Hurley was born in College Park, Ga., the youngest son of Archie Preston Hurley and Carrie Belle Satterwhite Hurley.  He served our country as a member of the 4th Infantry 22nd Infantry Regiment in Germany during the Cold War.  After doing his duty, he returned to the University of Georgia to finish his college work to receive his Batchelor Of Science in Agriculture in 1959.  He was accepted into the University of Georgia School of Veterinary Medicine and received his doctorate in 1962.  Shortly after his return from Germany, he met his future wife, Charlotte Ann Hagan Hurley.  They married in January of 1958.  Together they worked to make certain the he could receive his degrees.  After his graduation, they selected Newnan as their home.  Dr. Hurley began his practice of large and small animal medicine.  He worked to improve the residents of the county's impression of veterinarians.  Often he worked for the county at no charge to the taxpayer.  Dr. Hurley helped Sheriff Potts by doing a necropsy on an animal that had been shot execution style, which led to the discovery of the perpetrator of a murder.  These services were done gratis, because he thought it was his civic duty to aid in any way possible.  Dr. Howard A. Hurley is survived by his wife, Charlotte, loving elder brother Fred and his wife Janet, their children and grandchildren, brother Douglas and his wife Mildred and their children and grandchildren.  In lieu of flowers, please give memorial gifts to Angel's House, Inc., P.O. Box 657, Newnan, Georgia 30264.  Dorothy Mae Wirth Mrs. Dorothy Mae Wirth, age 94, of Newnan, died at Wesley Woods on January 1, 2013.  Memorial services will be held on Friday, January 4, 2012, at 4:00 p.m. at the Higgins Hillcrest Chapel Funeral Home.  Family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Elven Randy Caswell, Sr. Mr. Elven Caswell, Sr., age 81 of Newnan, died on January 2, 2013.  He was born in Florida on June 17, 1931 to the late Robert Lee Caswell and Janice Reese Caswell.  He was a yard foreman for Brown Steeel.  In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Mary Gordon Caswell.  Surviving are his sons, Randy Caswell (Roxanne) of Hogansville, Curtis Caswell (Beth) of Newnan; daughter Traci Wilson of Newnan; 8 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 5, 2013 at Higgins Hillcrest Chapel with Pastor Randall Hodge officiating.  Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday from noon until service time.   Patricia Goddard Shuler Mrs. Patricia Shuler, age 80 of Haralson, died at Newnan Health and Rehabilitation on January 3, 2013.  She was born in Coweta County on February 3, 1932 to the late G.W. Goddard and Alma Lottie Bunn Goddard.  She was employed by Signal Mills.  In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, William Shuler.  Surviving is her son, Larry Shuler, of Moreland.  Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 6, 2013 at Higgins Hillcrest Chapel with Rev. Brian Hosmer officiating.  Interment will follow at Senoia City Cemetery.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday, 1:00 until service time.  E. Alton Reeves Mr. Alton Reeves, age 92 of Franklin, formerly of East Point and Sharpsburg, died at Piedmont Newnan Hospital on January 3, 2013.  He was born in Griffin, GA on June 22, 1920 to the late Edward Alton Reeves, Sr. and Kathryn Green Reeves.  He served in the U.S. Army Air Corps in World War II and was a POW in the final days of war.  He owned and operated McCord and Reeves Real Estate Company.  His happiest hours were spent in Kiwanis work.  In addition to all the community service hours, he enjoyed going to Kiwanis conventions and workshops where he brought joy to everyone he met.  In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Evelyne Kirk Reeves, and son, Rick Reeves.  Surviving are his daughter, Robin Lewis (Reed) of Franklin; daughter-in-law, Debbie Reeves of Atlanta; sister, Kathleen Schaudies of East Point; grandchildren, Katey Lewis, Adam Lewis (Courtney), and Whitney Reeves; 3 great grandchildren.  Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 6, 2013 at First Baptist Church of Peachtree City with Rev. Terry Killingsworth officiating.  Remains will be placed in state at the church at 1:30 p.m.  Interment service with military honors will be held at noon on Monday, January 7, 2013 at Westview Cemetery.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday, January 5. 2-13, 4-6 p.m.  In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations to Georgia District Kiwanis Foundation, 182 Riley Avenue, Suite A, Macon, Georgia  31204 or to The Eliminate Project (eliminate maternal and neonatal tetanus around the world) at the same address.   August Walter John Larson Mr. Gus Larson, age 78 of Newnan, died at Piedmont Newnan Hospital on January 5, 2013.  He was born in New York on October 27, 1934 to the late August Ernest Larson and Anna Kilmen Larson.  He served in the U.S. Navy and later was a security officer for Princeton Hospital.  Surviving are his wife, Karen Lynn Reed Larson.  No services are planned at this time.   Braelyn and Brooklyn Kennedy Braelyn and Brooklyn Kennedy passed away on January 8, 2013 at Piedmont Fayette Hospital.  They are survived by their parents, John and Stefanie Kennedy of Luthersville; sister, Bristol Kennedy; grandparents, Robert and Patti Akin, Wayne and Ann Dowda, and Jesse Kennedy; great grandparents, Amos and Virginia Surrett and Elizabeth Dowda; aunts and uncles.  They were predeceased by grandmother, Brenda Kennedy and great grandfather, Ernest Dowda.  Graveside funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, January 11, 2013 at Calvary Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Bryan Calhoun officiating.  In lieu of flowers the family requests dontations to Calvary Baptist Church, P O Box 297. Newnan,. GA  30264.  Lois Bayles Kearns Mrs. Lois Roberts Bayles Kearns, age 88 of Sharpsburg, passed away on January 9, 2013.  She was born in Wheeling, WV to the late Robert Roberts and Myrtle Clark Roberts.  She lived in the East Point, GA area for many years, then later in Tyrone, GA and Sharpsburg, GA.  She was the owner/operator of The Christian Book Store in East Point, GA  for a long period of time. Mrs. Kearns was a former member of East Point Christian Church, a charter member of Westside Christian Church, and a member now of Peachtree City Christian Church.  She loved to travel and to entertain. Mrs. Kearns was predeceased by her husbands, Glen E. Bayles and Billy H. Kearns; son, Lowell R. Bayles.  Surviving are her son, Mark Bayles (Cynthia) of Camas, WA; daughter, Joyce Bayles Spatz of Sharpsburg, GA; grandchildren, Erin V. Morrow, Andrea M. Paz, Garrett E. Spatz; 3 great grandchildren.  Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 12, 2013 at Higgins Hillcrest Chapel with Rev. Robert Tyler officiating.  Interment will follow at Sharon Memorial Gardens.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday, beginning at noon.   Embry Lamar Hubbard Mr. Embry Hubbard, age 72 of Newnan, died at Vitas Hospice on January 11, 2013.  He was born in Coweta County on December 27, 1940 to the late Hoyette Hubbard and Sarah Hamby Hubbard.  He proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam era and then worked for Wells Fargo for over 35 years.  Later her was a security guard for Southern States Auto Auction.  Surviving are her sisters, Marie Pannell (Jerry), Peggy Eartly, and Susan Yvonne Slatone all of Newnan; nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, January 14, 2013 at Sargent Baptist Church with Rev. Royce Henley officiating.  Interment with military honors will follow at Greenville City Cemetery.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday, 12-2 p.m.   Lillie Mae Dunn Warren Mrs. Lillie Warren, 81, of Newnan died Monday, January 14 at Southwest Christian Care. She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Alvin Warren of Newnan GA; sons, Donnie (wife Charlene) Warren of Fayetteville GA and Larry (wife Vicki) Warren of Sharpsburg GA; grandchildren  Bryan Warren (wife Jennifer) of Newnan GA, Eric Warren (wife Brandi) of Carrollton GA, Forrest Warren of Acworth GA, and Patrick Warren of Canton GA. She is also survived by eight great-grandchildren; a sister, Annie Lee Melton; and two brothers, John Dunn and David Dunn. A memorial service will be held Sunday January 20,2013 at Cokes Chapel United Methodist Church in Sharpsburg at 3 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to Southwest Christian Care 7225 Lester Road Union City, GA 30291 Mary Lela Knowles Mrs. Mary Knowles, age 72 of Moreland, died at Hospice LaGrange on January 14, 2013.  She was born on August 1, 1940 in Mobile, Alabama to the late Manuel Cross and Katie Gibson Cross.  In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Arthur Knowles, and grandchild, Kimberly White.  She took great pride in being a hairdresser for many years.  Surviving are her daughter, Deborah White of Moreland; special friend, Jim Van Davan; sister, Dolly Langley; grandchildren.LeAnn Newingham and Jason Chambless; great grandchildren, Kristal, Kelby, Brianna, and Matthew.  Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 17, 2013 at Higgins Hillcrest Chapel with Pastor Brian Hosmer officiating.  Interment will follow at Sherwood Memorial Park at 3:30 p.m.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home today, Wednesday, 6-8 p.m.   Edna Louise Thomas Miss Louise Thomas, age 81 of Fairburn, died on January 17, 2013.  She retired from Standard Oil Co. after 37 years of service.  She loved her church, First Baptist Church of Fairburn, where she was a member for 76 years.  She will remembered by all for the joy she gave to others.  Louise was predeceased by her parents, and brother, Rev. Bill Thomas.  Surviving are her sister, Ruth T. West (Harold) of Fairburn; nieces and nephews, Susan Hutcheson, Steve Hearn, David Thomas (Evette), Laura McNair (Russsell), Lisa Reeves (Billy), Frank West (Belinda), and Fred West, Jr. (Linda); great nieces and great nephews. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 19, 2013, at First Baptist Church of Fairburn with  Dr. Oscar Cope and Dr. Justin Terrell officiating; interment Holly Hill Memorial Park.  Remains will be placed in state at the church at 12:00 p.m.  The family will receive friends at Holly Hill Funeral Home, Fairburn, on Friday, January 18, 2013,  5-8 p.m   Clydie Mae Martin Mrs. Clydie Mae Martin, age 86 of Moreland, died at Piedmont Newnan Hospital on January 21, 2013.  Surviving are her son, Jimmy Martin of Moreland; daughters, Martha Mae Weeks of Moreland and Peggy Martin of Atlanta; 2 sisters; 22 grandchildren; 43 great grandchildren; 17 great great grandchildren.  Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 24, 2013 at White Plains Baptist Church in Jefferson, GA with Rev. Cary Pittman officiating; remains will be placed in state at noon.  Interment will follow in the church cemetery.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday, January 23, 4-7 p.m.    Lawrence Clarence Disco Mr. Larry Disco, age 79 of Newnan, died at Piedmont Atlanta Hospital on January 22, 2013.  After serving in the U.S. Marine Corps he was in insurance sales.  He was predeceased by his parents and wife, Jean Carol Disco.  Surviving are his sons, Larry Disco of Massachusetts and David Disco of Oklahoma; daughters Linda Dowd of Washington, Julie Disco of Massachusetts, and Carol Fields of Fairburn; sister, Arlene Rheaume of New Hampshire; 14 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild.  Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 26, 2013 at Higgins Hillcrest Chapel Funeral Home with Pastor Bryan Hosmer officiating.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday, 6-8 p.m.  Interment will be in Georgia National Cemetery.    Opal Carter Thompson Mrs. Opal Carter Thompson, age 77 of Brooks, died at her residence on January 23, 2013.  She was born in Coweta County to the late Thomas Carter and Louise Stubbs Carter.  She was a school bus driver for Coweta County for many years.  Mrs. Thompson was a member of First Baptist church of Haralson and the Eastern Star.  In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brother, Jack Carter; sisters, Lucy Sewell, Jean Cook, and Martha Barrington; grandson, Samuel Lawson.  Surviving are her husband, James Thompson of Brooks; son, Jim Thompson (Jamie) of Haralson; daughters, Belinda Wilson (Pete) of Haralson, Pam Lawson (David) of Brooks, Paige Poncela (Mike) of Colorado; brothers, Bud Carter (Charlene) of Newnan, Bill Carter (Elizabeth) of Florida, Richard Carter (Judy) of Fayetteville; sisters, JoAnn Rickett of Coweta County, Sandra Cavender (Pete) of Sharpsburg, Lynn Wilson (Danny) of Newnan; 7 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 26, 2013 at First Baptist Church of Haralson with remains placed in state at 1:00 p.m.  Officiating will be Pastor Danny Wilson, Rev. Drew Ross, and Rev. James Harris. Interment will follow at Haralson Cemetery.  The family will receivefriends at the funeral home on Friday, January 25, 5-7 p.m   Mary Jane Storey Mrs. Jane Storey, age 57 of Senoia, died at Piedmont Newnan Hospital on January 25, 2013.  She was born in Fayette County on October 28, 1955 to the late Jasper Jones Brown and Mary Frances Farr Brown.  She was a bus driver for Coweta County School System.  In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Render Storey, and sister, Deborah Clark.  Surviving are her sons, Jamie Chappell (Doreen Meier) of Newnan and Phillip Storey (Ellen) of Griffin; daughters, Paula Chappell Hamby (Brad) of Sharpsburg and April Chappell of Senoia; brother, C.A. Brown (Angie) of Fayetteville; sisters, Ellen Rodgers of Fayetteville, Linda Chambers (Ronnie) of Senoia, Elna McEachern (Doug) of Fayetteville; grandchildren, Bud, Taylor, Caleb, Chloe, Teddy, Ava, Jasper, and Memphis. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 27, 2013 at Higgins HIllcrest Chapel with Pastor Steve Smith officiating.  Interment will follow at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church Cemetery.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday, January 26, 2013, 5-8 p.m.   David Frank Bishop Mr. David Bishop, age 55 of Senoia, died at his residence on January 26, 2013.  He was born in Greenville, GA on August 30, 1957 to the late Tommy Bishop and Shirley Shelton Bishop.  He was a self-employed concrete contractor and a long time resident of Senoia where he enjoyced coaching baseball for many years.  He enjoyed gardening and loved his family deeply.  David was a member of Miracle Tabernacle Baptist Church.  Surviving are his wife, Debbie; sons, John, David, and Matt; daughters-in-law, Kellie, Amanda, and Tiffany; brother, Wade Bishop; sisters, Sandra Bishop, Melinda Lee (Donnie), and April McCurry (Elie); 7 grandchildren; nieces and nephews.  Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 29. 2013 at Miracle Tabernacle Baptist Church with Pastor Richard Clay and Rev. Donnie Shelton officiating.  Interment will follow at Senoia City Cemetery.  Remains will be placed in state at the church at 10:00 a.m.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday, January 28, 2013, 6-8 p.m.  In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Miracle Tabernacle Baptist Church, 1139 Corinth Road, Newnan, GA  30263.   Charles Wayne Davis Mr. Charles Davis, age 59, of Riverdale died at Emory Midtown on January 24, 2013.  He was born in Clayton County on March 8, 1953 to Lonnie Thomas Davis and Allene Scott Davis.  Graveside funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, January 29, 2013 at Lakeside Memorial Gardens in Palmetto, GA.     Judy Elaine Stroud Mrs. Judy Stroud, age 64 of Newnan, died at her residence on January 30, 2013.  She was born in Newnan on March 9, 1948 to the late James Bass and Vassie Freeman Bass.  She is survived by her husband, Norman Stroud of Newnan; sons, Chris Stroud (Julie) and Scott Stroud all of Newnan; sister, Lynda Moat (Billy) of Newnan; grandchildren, Lundyn, Hayley, and Jacob.  Graveside funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, February 1, 2013 at Oak Hill Cemetery.  The family  will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday, January 31, 2013, 5-7 p.m.   Robert Tau Gunby Mr. Robert Tau Gunby, Sr. age 93 of Sharpsburg, died at his residence on January 30, 2013.  He was born in Jessup, GA on April 14, 1919.  He served in the U.S. Army Air Corp in World War II and earned a degree in Animal Husbandry from the University of Georgia.  In addition to his parents he was predeceased by his wife, Norma Bunell Gunby.  Surviving are his sons, Robert T. Gunby, Jr. (Elizabeth) of Texas,  Cecil Gunby (Judy) and Kenneth Gunby, all of Sharpsburg. Graveside funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 3, 2013 at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday, 12:00-2:00 p.m.   Eloise Guthrie Thames Mrs. Eloise Thames, age 88 of College Park, died at her residence on February 1, 2013.  She was born in Forsyth County on March 25, 1924 to the late Glenn Guthrie and Elizabeth Satterfield Guthrie.  In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Eldon Fred Thames.   She was a retired school bus driver for Fulton County Board of Education.  Surviving are her son, Michael Thames; daughter, Deborah Howell; sister, Ruby Wiley; grandchildren, Tina and David; 6 great grandchildren.  Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, February 5, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. at Union Christian Church with Minister Allen Thames officiating.  Interment will follow at Union Christian Church Cemetery.  Mrs. Thames will be placed in state at the church at 1:00 p.m.   Mary Alice Ballard Mrs. Mary Alice Ballard, age 77 of Fairburn died at her residence on February 3, 2013.  She was born in Athens to the late Joseph Madison Shepherd and Martha Louise Gibson Shepherd.  She graduated with a B.S. Degree in Education from the University of Georgia where she was a member of Kappa Delta Sorority.  Mrs. Ballard was an educator--teaching first in the City of Atlanta Schools, then Assistant Principal of M.P. Word Elementary School and lastly Principal of Evoline C. West Elementary School both in Fairburn.  She was a member of the Georgia Senior Women's Golf Association and an active member of First Baptist Church of Fairburn.  She is survived by her husband, her high school sweetheart, Randall Ballard of Fairburn; sons, Hal and Amy Ballard of Fairburn and Doug and Sue Ballard of Newnan; sisters, Martha and John McElhannon of Palmetto and JoAnn Nash of St. Simons Island; grandchildren, Chris and Lindsay Capps, Jennifer Ballard, Savannah Ballard, Linda Ballard, Noah Heath Ballard, Noah Bryant Ballard, and Joe Thompson Ballard; great grandchild, Hadley McDaniel Capps; numerous nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.  Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 6, 2013 at First Baptist Church of Fairburn with Dr. Justin Terrell and Dr. Oscar Cope officiating.  Mrs. Ballard will lie in state at the church from noon until service time; interment, College Park Cemetery.  The family will receive friends on Tuesday, February 5, 2013, 5-8 p.m. at Holly Hill Funeral Home in Fairburn.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Baptist Church of Fairburn, 23 Malone St., Fairburn, GA 30213.