Mr. Cecil M. Reynolds, age 86 of the Lyerly Dam Community, Summerville, passed away Friday, March 14, 2025 at his residence.

Cecil was born in Summerville, Georgia on January 8, 1939, son of the late Lonnie Lee Reynolds and Alice Mae Ragland Reynolds. He was a member and longtime deacon of the Four Mile Baptist Church, and was retired from the City of Summerville where he was a supervisor at the Water Filtration Plant. Cecil was an avid Trader in all things with wheels, whether it be four wheelers, tractors, side by sides or cars. He loved picking his guitars and was a member of the Georgia Mountain Music Club and the Lyerly Gospel Pickers. In addition to his parents, Cecil was preceded in death by the love of his life, Marcella June White Reynolds; daughter, Karen Lynn Reynolds Tallent; grandson, Daniel Tyler Reynolds; sisters, Ruby Mae Reynolds Lecroy and Maxine Reynolds Lee; and brothers, Robert Lewis “Bob” Reynolds, Claude Lee “Bud” Reynolds, Leric Reynolds, Raymond Reynolds, and Joe David Reynolds.

Cecil is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Ken and Zeta Reynolds; God-daughter and her husband, Karen and Jamey Coffman; grandchildren, Chris Tallent, Courtney Tallent, Treyton(Becah) Coffman and Barrett(Chezlee) Coffman; great grandchildren, Carter Woody and Lainey Kate Coffman; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, JC and Sheila White; sister-in-law, Shirley Wrape; close friend, Raymond Swords; and a number of nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services for Cecil will be held Monday, March 17, 2025 at 2:00 P.M. in the Coffman Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Joel A. Smith and Pastor Doyle Kelley officiating. Interment will follow in the Lyerly Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Larry Reynolds, Jeff Reynolds, Justin Lee, David Reynolds, Andrew Daniel and Kevin Carr. Honorary Pallbearers will be Raymond Swords, Members of the Four Mile Baptist Church and members of the Lyerly Gospel Pickers.

The family will receive friends Sunday evening at the Coffman Funeral Home from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M.

The family respectfully asks that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to the Four Mile Baptist Church Building Fund, 2755 Wildlife Lake Road, Summerville, Georgia 30747.

The family would also like to acknowledge the staff of Traditons Hospice for their excellent care and compassion shown during this time.

Coffman Funeral Home, Petitt Chapel is honored to be serving the family of Mr. Cecil M. Reynolds.

Please visit www.coffmanfh.net to sign our online guestbook and post condolences.

MR. KEVIN SCOGGINS, age 61 of Summerville, Georgia passed away Friday, March 14, 2025. He was born in Rome, Georgia, December 3, 1963, son of the late Donnie H. and Eula Belle Bennett Scoggins. Kevin was a Carpenter by trade and Baptist by faith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, the late Brent Scoggins.

Surviving are his wife, Sandra Scoggins; daughters, Brandi (Terry) Eller and Jennifer (Nathan) Thompson; step son, Adam (Tina) Lee; grandchildren, Alex Stewart, Logan Eller, Sara Thompson, Addie Thompson; Niece, Beth Kellett; uncle, Johnny (Elenor) Scoggins.

Funeral Service will be held Monday, March 17, 2025 at 12 Noon from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with Pastor Charles Bishop officiating; interment in Summerville Cemetery. Active Pallbearers will be Alex Stewart, Logan Eller, Terry Eller, Nathan Thompson, Adam Lee and Jeff Ramsey. Honorary Pallbearers will be Mike Bennett, Chris Scott, Rusty Dooley and J.D. McNair. The family will receive friends Sunday, March 16, 2025 from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Earle Rainwater Funeral Home.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mr. Kevin Scoggins

Bobby Wayne Goodnight, 84, Leaves a Legacy of Strength and Devotion

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Bobby Wayne Goodnight, a man of unwavering strength and devotion, who departed this life on March 12, 2025, at the age of 84, surrounded by his loving family in the comfort of his home.

Born on June 7, 1940, in Batesville, Mississippi, Bobby grew up in the heart of the South, where he cultivated a love for the outdoors and a passion for sports. As a standout athlete, he proudly played football for his high school team, which achieved the State Championship—a testament to his dedication and teamwork.

Throughout his life, Bobby exemplified resilience, loyalty, and an unyielding commitment to family. His love for outdoor activities remained steadfast, and he treasured every moment spent with loved ones. His legacy is defined by the countless lives he touched and the memories he created.

Bobby retired from Reichhold Chemical after 33 years of service and later spent 25 years owning and operating Jim’s Family Restaurant. In his later years, he pursued hobbies such as training Labrador retrievers and competing in Field Trials, where he earned numerous championships. He also raised gaited horses and gaited mules that went on to win national and world championships.

Bobby is survived by his devoted family: his wife of 32 years, Gina Bishop Goodnight; his daughter Amy Goodnight Kennedy (Gary); four grandchildren—Scott Chandler Kennedy (Kimber), Rebecca Kennedy Thomas (Ramsey), Lilly Kennedy (Parker Jordan), and Lauren Goodnight Pettie (Luke); four great-grandchildren; his brother Bernard Goodnight (Sandy) of Tarpon Springs, FL; and his sister Gloria Goodnight Grady of Hartford, AL. Also surviving are his mother-in-law, Wilene Bishop; sister-in-law Tina Bishop Ham (Zane); brother-in-law Rodney Bishop (Jan); and numerous beloved nieces and nephews whom he cherished deeply. He was preceded in death by his parents; two daughters—Karen Goodnight and Julia Anne Goodnight; two siblings; and other devoted loved ones.

A celebration of Bobby’s life will be held at Earle Rainwater Funeral Home on Sunday, March 16th, at 3P.M.; visitation will be Sunday from 1 until 3 P.M. Friends and family are invited to honor this remarkable man through shared memories and stories.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Chattooga County High School Basketball Program c/o Alva Beasley at 989 Hwy 114, Summerville, GA 30747—further commemorating Bobby’s commitment to community and his love for Chattooga County.

Rest in peace, Bobby Wayne Goodnight. Your strength, love, and spirit will forever be remembered.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mr. Bobby Wayne Goodnight.