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Mr. Kenneth Delano "Ken" Teston
Aug 17, 2025
Mr. Kenneth Delano Teston, affectionately known to friends and family as Ken, passed away on Sunday, August 17, 2025, at Upson Regional Medical Center. He was 82.
Born on December 19, 1942, in Tampa, Florida, Ken led a life filled with dedication, creativity, and love for his family. Ken devoted 44 years of his career as a lineman, ultimately retiring from...
Mrs. Jane Benefield Avera
Aug 15, 2025
Mrs. Jane Benefield Avera, age 95, of Thomaston, died Friday, August 15, 2025, at her residence surrounded by her loving family.
A memorial service for Mrs. Avera will be held on Saturday, August 23, at 1:00 PM, at Thomaston First Baptist Church with Rev. Bryan McPherson and Rev. Ted Kandler officiating, and Kevin Benefield providing the eulogy. The family will greet...
Mrs. Barbara Rigby Haynes
Jul 28, 2025
Funeral services for Mrs. Barbara Rigby Haynes, 82, of Molena, Georgia, will be held Friday, August 1, 2025, at 2:00 pm at the Chapel of Radney Funeral Home. Pastor Will Haynes will officiate. Burial will follow in the Hillview Memorial Park. The family will receive friends on Friday, August 1, 2025, from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm at Radney Funeral...
Mr. George Felton “Butch” Hoyle, Jr.
Jul 26, 2025
Mr. George Felton “Butch” Hoyle, Jr., age 82, of Carrollton, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, July 26, 2025.
Born on January 12, 1943, in Thomaston, Georgia, Butch was the son of the late George Felton Hoyle, Sr. and Olivia Keller Hoyle. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force and went on to work for Georgia Farm Bureau,...
Mr. Henry Leon "Hank" Armstrong
Jul 25, 2025
Mr. Henry Leon "Hank" Armstrong, age 81, of Covington, Georgia, died Friday, July 25, 2025, at his daughter's residence in Covington.
Funeral services for Mr. Armstrong will be held on Wednesday, July 30, at 2:00 PM in the chapel of Fletcher-Day Funeral Home with Dr. Rex King officiating. Interment will follow in Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at...
Mrs. Ann Gordy Vickers
Jul 23, 2025
Mrs. Ann Gordy Vickers, age 91, of Thomaston, passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at Riverside Health and Rehab.
Ann was born on April 7, 1934, to the late Oscar Leonard Gordy and the late Tommie Byrd Mauldin Gordy. She was born at their home, and the home, which still stands today, was in their family for over 91 years...
Mr. James Richard "Dick" Esco
Jul 19, 2025
Mr. James Richard "Dick" Esco, age 82, of Barnesville, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at Brightmoor Hospice in Griffin, Georgia.
Born on September 2, 1942, at St. Mary's Hospital in Athens, Georgia, Dick lived a life rich in service and dedication to his family, profession, and community. Growing up in Atlanta, he spent...
Mr. Mangham Andrew "Andy" Allen
Jul 18, 2025
Mr. Mangham Andrew "Andy" Allen, age 66, of Thomaston, died Friday, July 18, 2025, at his residence. A Celebration of Life service will be held by his family on Sunday, August 3, at 3:00 PM, at East Thomaston Baptist Church. Rev. Joey Smith will officiate.
Mr. Allen was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence Andrew Allen and Bettie Jo Barfield...
Mrs. Sylvia Smith Salter Ivie
Jul 14, 2025
Mrs. Sylvia Smith Salter Ivie, age 87, of Toccoa, GA, passed away Monday, July 14, 2025, at her residence.
The family will receive friends at Whitlock Mortuary in Toccoa on Thursday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 PM. Funeral services will be held at Fletcher-Day Funeral Home in Thomaston on Saturday, July 19, at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow in Upson Memorial...
Mrs. Gwen C. Brown
Jul 14, 2025
Mrs. Gwen C. Brown, age 86, of The Rock, GA, died Monday, July 14, 2025, at Brightmoor Hospice in Griffin, GA.
Funeral services for Mrs. Brown will be held on Friday, July 18, 2025, at 3:00 PM, in the chapel of Fletcher-Day Funeral Home. Rev. Herb Flanders will officiate, and interment will follow in South View Cemetery. The family will receive...
Mrs. Sylvia Lee Partain Green
Jul 9, 2025
Mrs. Sylvia Partain Green, age 79, of Thomaston, died Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at Riverside Health and Rehab.
Funeral services for Mrs. Green will be held Saturday, July 12, at 2:00 PM, in the chapel of Fletcher-Day Funeral Home. Pastor Jereme Chaney will officiate, and interment will follow in Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends Friday evening, July 11,...
Mr. Jerry Alan Fowler
Jul 7, 2025
Mr. Jerry Alan Fowler, age 70, of Thomaston, died Monday, July 7, 2025, at his residence.
Funeral services for Mr. Fowler will be held on Tuesday, July 15, at 2:00 PM, in the chapel of Fletcher-Day Funeral Home. Elder David Cawthon will officiate, and interment will follow in Friendship Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from...
Mr. James Carroll White
Jul 4, 2025
Mr. James Carroll White, age 72, of Thomaston, died Friday, July 4, 2025, at Upson Regional Medical Center.
No services are planned at this time.
Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements. Condolences and remembrances may be expressed at www.fletcherdayfuneralhome.com.
Mr. Wallace Howell Shinkle, Sr.
Jul 3, 2025
Mr. Wallace Howell Shinkle, Sr., a man who could fit laughter, food, and heart into a single Honda Civic, passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at Warm Springs Nursing Home in Warm Springs, Georgia. Born on September 26, 1946, in the picturesque town of Signal Mountain, Tennessee, he quickly learned that life is like a bus ride – it’s...
Mrs. Claudia Janice Raybon Pollard
Jun 29, 2025
Mrs. Claudia Janice Raybon Pollard, age 70, of Thomaston, died Sunday, June 29, 2025, at Brightmoor Hospice in Griffin, GA.
A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at 11:00 AM, in the chapel of Fletcher-Day Funeral Home with Rev. Tim South officiating.
Mrs. Pollard was born on February 4, 1955, in Thomaston, to the late Joe Raybon and...
Mrs. Claudette Stiltner McDonald
Jun 26, 2025
Mrs. Claudette Stiltner McDonald passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at the residence of her daughter in Williamson, Georgia. Her family is comforted by the fact she had already arranged for an extended warranty with her Lord and Savior, and they rejoice in knowing they will see her again one day. She was 89 years old.
Claudette was born...
Mr. Richard Morris Black
Jun 18, 2025
Mr. Richard Morris Black, a dedicated and esteemed member of the community, was born on January 19, 1946, in Thomaston, Georgia. He passed away peacefully at his residence on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of service and commitment. He was 79.
Richard enjoyed a remarkable career as one of the first male Delta flight attendants. From 1970 until...
Mrs. Sheryl Jean Kinsaul
Jun 16, 2025
Sheryl Jean Kinsaul, 84, passed peacefully into her Heavenly Home on June 16, 2025, surrounded by her family. A loving wife, mom, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, she leaves behind a legacy of love and strength.
She was married for 66 years to the love of her life, celebrating their anniversary on June 7. Their marriage wasn’t just a commitment in name,...
Mr. Hubert Eubanks
Jun 13, 2025
Mr. Hubert Eubanks, age 91, of Marietta, died Friday evening, June 13, 2025, at Benton House of Woodstock.
Mr. Eubanks was born in Upson County on July 30, 1933, to the late John Thomas Eubanks and the late Fannie Lee Daniel Eubanks. He was a 1953 graduate of R. E. Lee Institute. Mr. Eubanks enjoyed watching Atlanta Braves games and listening...
Mrs. JoAnne Bradshaw Eubanks
Jun 9, 2025
Mrs. JoAnne Bradshaw Eubanks, a beloved wife, and mother, passed away on Monday, June 9, 2025, at Grace Living Personal Care Home in Marietta at the age of 88.
She was born on April 24, 1937, in Thomaston, Georgia. JoAnne was known for her warmth and devotion to her family, often dedicating her time to nurturing those she loved. A proud...
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