Mr. Nicholas Shea Crabtree age 49 of Trion, Georgia passed away unexpectedly Saturday, January 25, 2025.
Shea was born in Rome, Georgia on September 17, 1975, son of Jerry Crabtree and Monnette Gurley Crabtree. He attended the New Generation Church of God and was self employed in the Construction Industry. Shea was kind hearted and never missed an opportunity to help others when the opportunity presented itself. He was an avid fisherman and could always be found near his favorite fishing hole. Shea was preceded in death by his grandparents; Patty W. and Jim Stoker and Henry and Hazel Crabtree.
Shea is survived by his children, Dexter “Cody” Crabtree, Jayden Jones, Laurel(Dallas) Thomas and Daisy Bishop; parents, Jerry and Monnette Crabtree; sister, Brisha(Chris) Young; grandchildren, Bryleigh Crabtree, Malachi Crabtree and Ryder Thomas; and a number of additional extended family.
Funeral Services for Shea will be held Monday, February 3, 2025 at 4:00 P.M. in the Chapel of the Coffman Funeral Home with Pastor Paul Winston officiating.
The family will receive friends Monday afternoon from 2:00 P.M. until the funeral hour.
Coffman Funeral Home, Petitt Chapel is honored to be serving the family of Mr. Nicholas Shea Crabtree. Please visit www.coffmanfh.net to sign our online guestbook and post condolences.
Mr. Stephen Wesley Payton, age 65, of Summerville, GA, died Friday, January 31, 2025, at Advent Health Gordon.
Mr. Payton was born October 30, 1959, in Summerville, GA, son of the late Lewis Payton and Mittie Lee Allen Payton. He loved fishing, boating, and spending time with his family.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Payton was preceded in death by his daughter, Jamie Hennon; brothers, Mark Payton, Malcolm Payton, and Wayne Payton.
Survivors include his daughter, Jennifer (Jackie) Burrage; brothers, Andy (Nae Nae) Payton, Marvin Payton, and Tim Payton; sisters, Sheila Payton Hayslip, Janice Payton (Jimmy) Sink, Kathy Payton (Alan) Marbutt, and Sharron Payton Gabriel; and 4 grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Monday, February 3, 2025, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will be held privately in Garrett Cemetery.
Mr. Payton will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 10:00 A.M. until the hour of service on Monday.
To share your condolences with the family online, please visit our website at www.masonfuneralhome.com.
Arrangements are provided by Mason Funeral Home- Summerville, GA.
Mr. Travis Eugene Bailey, age 28 of Summerville, Georgia passed away Friday, January 24, 2025 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
Travis was born in Ft. Oglethorpe, Georgia on March 27, 1996, son of Carrie Annette Kirby Stoker and Stacy Charles Thrasher. He was a graduate of Chattooga High School and was employed with Wright Sanitation. Travis was an avid fisherman, loved to hunt and a strong follower of UGA Football. He was preceded in death by grandparents, Annie Kay and Lewis White.
Travis is survived by his children, Jayce Bailey, Aiden Hampton and Declan Travis Bailey; mother and step-father, Carrie and Kevin Stoker; father and step-mother, Stacy and Amy Thrasher; brothers, Dillon Thrasher, Austin Earwood, Jonah Coker, Kevin Bailey and Dylan Mathis; sisters, Chelsey Bailey, Brooklyn Carroll, Kayla Gordy and Julee Serrano; his best friend, Dewayne Ledbetter; and a number of nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family members.
Funeral Services for Travis will be held Sunday, February 2, 2025 at 3:00 P.M. in the chapel of the Coffman Funeral Home with Rev. Brandon Bishop officiating.
The family will receive friends Sunday afternoon from 1:00 P.M. until the funeral hour.
Coffman Funeral Home, Petitt Chapel is honored to be serving the family of Mr. Travis Eugene Bailey. Please visit www.coffmanfh.net to sign our online guestbook and post condolences.
Mrs. Mary Ellen Martin, born August 9, 1941, entered into rest surrounded by her loved ones. She was the beloved daughter of Vera Ruth Crye and was raised with love by her mother and step-father, Lewis Crye.
A devoted and cherished member of the Chattooga County School System, Mary Ellen served as a lunchroom worker for 30 years, touching countless lives with her kindness, warmth, and dedication. Her presence brought joy to the students and staff she served, and she will always be remembered for her loving spirit and unwavering generosity. She was a devoted member of Alpine Community Church, where her faith and kindness shone brightly.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Wallace Martin; her mother, Vera Ruth Crye; and step-father, Lewis Crye.
Mary Ellen is survived by her sons, Mike (Kanissa) Martin, Jeff Martin; her grandchildren, C.J. (Gracie) Martin, Jacie (Dillon) Woody, Ellie Martin, John Michael Martin, and Austin Martin; great-grandchildren, Wren and Asher Martin.
Graveside services will be held at 2:30 P.M. Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Alpine Cemetery with Rev. Tommy Pledger officiating. Active pallbearers will be John Michael Martin, C.J. Martin, Austin Martin, Bradyn Elsberry, Dylan Woody, and Levi Woody. Honorary pallbearers will be Starla Schrader, Opal Deering, the staff of Heyman Hospice, and the members of Alpine Community Church.
Mrs. Martin 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.
Arrangements are provided by Mason Funeral Home- Summerville, GA.
