It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mrs. Vickie Lynn Smith, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend.  Mrs. Smith was age 73, of a Trion address and passed away at her home on July 1, 2026 surrounded by family after a period of illness. 

Vickie was born the daughter of the late John R. Silvernail and Beverly Jane Holly Silvernail on January 5, 1953 in New York.

Time found her living in different areas of the United States before settling into the Chattooga County area.  In her spare time, she enjoyed fishing, hiking and camping just to name a few interests.  During her working years, she had been employed by Mt. Vernon Mills as a card operator and Shaw Industries as a twister operator.

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Smith was preceded in death by a son, Bobby Wandell; granddaughter, Alliyah Wilkens; grandson, Desmound Wandell; brother, Owen Silvernail and sister, Robin Palmer.

She is survived by her husband, Charles Smith; sons, Jay Wandell, Chris Wandell; step sons, Charles “Zeke” Smith, Brandon Smith; daughters, Traci Wandell Edwards, Jamie Wandell Etchison; brothers, John Silvernail, Bob Silvernail; sisters, Renee Silvernail, Linda Silvernail; grandchildren, Darnay Wandell, Devin Wandell, Scott Sprayberry, Tristan Smith, Ozmound Stout, Tori Hill, Colby Russell, Eric Hargrove, Dilyan Glenn and Harmony Wandell.  Vickie also leaves behind several great grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews.

In accordance to Mrs. Smith’s wishes, she will be cremated and a memorial may be held at a later date.

Mr. John Wesley Baldwin, age 65, of Summerville, GA, died Sunday, June 28, 2026. John was born April
2, 1961 in Rochester NY. He was the son of the late Liston Eugene Baldwin and Louise Jean Diekert
Baldwin. John grew up in Pensacola, Florida. Growing up he was an avid surfer and his love for the beach lasted his whole lifetime. As an adult, he relocated to central Florida where he met the love of his life, Cheryl. John and Cheryl were married September 1, 1990.

He met many lifelong friends throughout his construction and handyman career with his charming personality and goofy sense of humor. John was known for his honesty, work ethic, and attention to detail in his field.

John was a loving and devoted husband of 35 years and a phenomenal father to Hannah and Haley. John’s daily goal was to make his wife laugh. He loved to make people smile and was known as the fun loving favorite neighborhood dad – skateboarding, bike riding, and rollerblading after work, no matter how tired he was.

After moving back to the Panhandle and then again to Knoxville, TN, John found his love of the mountains. He loved the change of seasons and enjoying the outdoors. He loved exploring nature with family.

John moved back to Florida to help care for his parents, who he loved dearly, throughout the end of their lives. He then moved with his wife, Cheryl to Summerville, GA to retire on their property in the mountains with plans to watch all of the amazing sunrises and sunsets, putter around on his tractor, and play with his beloved grandchildren. Before John’s passing, he was able to build a home, much of it himself, and achieve some of his lifelong dreams.

Survivors include his wife, Cheryl Lynn White Baldwin; daughters and sons-in-law, Hannah Marie (Josh) Albin, Haley Michelle (Dillon) Grider; a brother, Carl Eugene Baldwin; sister, Theresa Louise (Eddie) Toenes; grandchildren, Parker Dean Albin, Gwen Helena Albin, and soon to be born, Baby Boy Grider.

Funeral services for John will be held at 2:00 P.M. Sunday, July 5, 2026, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel.

Mr. John Baldwin will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 1:00 P.M. until the hour of service on Sunday.