Mrs. India Elaine Ashworth Jackson, age 87 of Trion, Georgia passed away Thursday, January 23, 2025 at the Oakview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Mrs. Jackson was born in Lafayette, Georgia on December 13, 1937, daughter of the late James Edgar Ashworth and Lillie Frances Broyles Ashworth. She was a member of the N. Summerville Baptist Church and was retired from Cook’s Pharmacy. She was a member of the Summerville Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star, and enjoyed gardening, working with flowers, fishing and traveling. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Jackson was preceded in death by her husband, Edward “Cotton” Jackson; sisters, Winfred Colley and Frances Shoemaker; and brothers, Bill Ashworth, Tommy Ashworth, Raymond Ashworth, Hubert Ashworth and Jim Ashworth.

Mrs. Jackson is survived by three daughters and sons-in-law, Suzanne Jackson, Shirley and Jim Bowers, and Lynn and Michael Adair; sister and brother-in-law, Sue and Rick Cybulsky; sisters-in-law, Cathryn Ashworth, Alice Faye Ashworth and Ann Hudsputh; grandchildren, India Nicole and Jeff Ledbetter, Ashley and Tyler Sanford, and Jackson Bowers; great granddaughter, Ayla Sanford; and a number of nieces and nephews.

Graveside and Interment Services for Mrs. Jackson will be held Saturday, January 25, 2024 at 4:00 P.M. in the West Hill Cemetery with Rev. Mickey Skates officiating.

There are no formal plans for a visitation.

Coffman Funeral Home, Petitt Chapel is honored to be serving the family of Mrs. India Elaine Ashworth Jackson.

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

Mr. David Harmon Petitt, age 91 of Summerville, Georgia passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at the Oakview Health and Rehabilitation Center.

Mr. Petitt was born in Gore, Georgia on August 8, 1933, son of the late Troy Leon Petitt and Gaudie Mae Serritt Petitt. He was a member of the Summerville First Baptist Church, where he had served as a deacon for over 50 years, and was a veteran of the Korean War, serving in the United States Navy. He was also a member of the Trion Lodge #153 F&AM and the Summerville Lions Club. Mr. Petitt was the proprietor of Jim’s Auto Supply in Pennville, and was a former co-owner of the Erwin-Petitt Funeral Home. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and gardener, and a spirited follower of the University of Georgia Bulldogs. In addition to his parents, Mr. Petitt was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Holly Elizabeth Petitt; two sisters, Vera Jeanette Thompson and Martha Bonnie Lee Higgins; and two brothers, Durward L. Petitt and John Wiley “Bob” Petitt.

Mr. Petitt is survived by his wife of 69 years, Wanda Petitt; son and daughter-in-law, Jim and Lorri “Itsy” Petitt; brother and sister-in-law, Billy and Jane Petitt; sister and brother-in-law, Charlotte Ann and Leon Dooley; grandchildren, Will Tate(David Ritchie) of Atlanta, Amy Epps(Russell) of LaGrange and Lori Anna Tate(Mike Ficquett) of Appalachicola; two great grandchildren, Rowdie Epps and Augustus “Gus” Epps;; and a number of nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services for Mr. Petitt will be held Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 2:00 P.M. in the Petitt Chapel of the Coffman Funeral Home with Dr. Randy Clayton, Dr. Paul Mason, Dr. Sean Wegener and Rev. Barry Peppers officiating. Interment will follow in the Green Hills Memory Gardens.

Mr. Petitt’s nephews will serve as pallbearers. Honorary Pallbearers will be the past and present deacons of the Summerville First Baptist Church.

The family will receive friends Friday evening from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M and from 1:00 P.M. until the funeral hour at the Coffman Funeral Home.

The family respectfully asks that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to the First Baptist Church Building Fund, 125 Georgia Avenue, Summerville, GA 30747 or to the Gideon’s International, PO Box 140800 Nashville, TN 37214-0800.

Coffman Funeral Home, Petitt Chapel is honored to be serving the family of Mr. David Harmon Petitt.

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

Ms. Susan Elizabeth Rich, age 75, of Summerville, GA, died Sunday, January 19, 2025, at Oakview Health and Rehabilitation.

Ms. Rich was born May 20, 1949, in Atlanta, GA, daughter of the late Arthur Eugene Barfield and Betty Louise Turner Barfield. She was a member of Menlo Presbyterian Church, but most recently, attended United Christian Fellowship. Prior to her retirement, she was employed as a case worker with the Department of Family and Childrens Services.

In addition to her parents, Ms. Rich was preceded in death by her brother, Stanley Barfield.

Survivors include her son, Stephen (Felecia) Smith; daughters, Heather (Kip) Marks, Maggie Anderson; grandchildren, Meagan (Ford) Nicholson, Caylee Colbert, Mackenzie (McKinley) Benson, Laney Marks, and Bence Anderson; great-grandchildren, Adalee Ellisor and Aiden Ellisor; and nephews, Jon Barfield, Stanley Barfield, Jr., and R.J. Barfield.

Funeral services for Ms. Rich will be held at 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, January 21, 2025, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel. Honorary pallbearers will be the staff of Oakview Health and Rehabilitation.

Ms. Rich will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 5:00 P.M. until the hour of service on Tuesday.

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. Rodney Lamar Rosser, age 46 of Summerville, Georgia passed away Saturday, January 18, 2025 at his residence following an extended illness.

Rodney was born in Rome, Georgia on June 7, 1978, son of Janet Reed Orr. He was employed with the Roper Corporation, where he was a hyster driver. Rodney was an avid music lover and loved Reese’s Candies and Little Debbie Cakes. He enjoyed eating out, playing Mortal Kombat, tinkering with cars, electronics and anything with buttons, but his favorite activity was spending time with his family, his girls, and his grandchildren. Rodney was preceded in death by a grandson, Colter; step-dad, Larry Orr; and his grandparents, Bobby and Barbara Blalock.

Rodney is survived by his girls, Ashley(Jared) Campbell, Chasiti Rosser, Chloe Rosser, Kenzie Rosser and Maddi Rosser; honorary children, Fantasy Alley, Jon Alley, Emma Alley and Eddie Ally; mother, Janet Orr; girlfriend, Keri Alley; sister, Lisa Richardson(Anthony Black), grandchildren, Bricelyn Campbell, Lincoln Campbell, Asher Skinner, Blaine Alley, Mannon Dupree, Destry Heard, Olivia Shropshire and Oliver Alley; and a number of nieces, nephews and extended family members.

Funeral Services for Rodney will be held Monday, January 20, 2025 at 2:00 P.M. in the Chapel of the Coffman Funeral Home with Rev. Josh Bullard officiating. Interment will follow in the West Hill Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be his children, Ashley, Chasiti, Chloe ,Kenzie, Maddi, Fantasy, Jon, Emma and Eddie.

Rodney’s family will receive friends at the Coffman Funeral Home on Monday from 12:00 Noon until the funeral hour.

Coffman Funeral Home, Petitt Chapel is honored to be serving the family of Mr. Rodney Lamar Rosser.

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

Mr. William Eugene Henderson, age 99, of Trion, GA, died Friday, January 17, 2025, at his residence.

Mr. Henderson was born March 20, 1925, in Fort Payne, AL, son of the late Wallace Lee Henderson and Flora Annis Roberts Henderson. He was a member of Trion First Baptist Church, and prior to his retirement, was employed with Riegel/Mount Vernon Mills as a repacker in the Packing Department. He was also a member of the Quarter Century Club.

Mr. Henderson was a proud veteran of the United States Navy and was one of Chattooga County’s last remaining World War II veterans. He was also an avid gardener, especially with flowers, as well as being an avid college football and Atlanta Braves fan.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Henderson was preceded in death by his wife, Doris Jean Lowry Henderson; son, Billy Larry Henderson; daughter-in-law, Joyce Campbell Henderson; sisters, Verna Leo (James) Bennett, Olira Louise Medina; a brother, Glenn Thomas Henderson; grandchildren, Marcy Ann Henderson, Clinton Lee Henderson, and Scott Alan Henderson; and a son-in-law, Jack Sparks.

Survivors include his son, William Lee (Linda) Henderson; daughters, Patricia (Waymond) Tudor, Karen Sparks; a sister-in-law, Nancy Carol Lowry; grandchildren, Lisa (Ronnie) Hicks, Billy (Niki) Henderson, Edward Tudor, Brittany (Terry) Smith, and Nathaniel Sparks; great-grandchildren, Bailey Henderson, Brody Henderson, Bowden Henderson, Annalynn McCurry, Owen Smith, and Lilith Smith; as well as special family friends, Opal Deering, Annette Podschelne, Connie Barnes, Sheliah Sisson, Betty Mortensen, Gail Hughes, Joanie Hughes, Tina (Jeff) Holcomb, Tommy Grimes, Dale Wilson, Carolyn Hill, Terry Green, and all of his Trion First Baptist Church family.

Funeral services for Mr. Henderson will be held at 3:00 P.M. Wednesday, January 22, 2025, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Casey Bramlett officiating. Interment will follow in West Hill Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Tony Patterson, Ronnie Patterson, Britt Carpenter, Steve Lowry, Harold Tucker, and J.C. Henderson. Honorary pallbearers will be Terry Green and the Trion First Baptist Church Adult Men’s Sunday School Class.

Mr. Henderson will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 4:00 until 6:00 P.M. Tuesday.

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.

Mrs. Sherry Lizbeth Strubel Call, age 73, of Gaylesville, AL, died Sunday, January 12, in a Rome, GA hospital.

Mrs. Call was born June 9, 1951, in Elmhurst, IL, daughter of the late Bernard and Rita Pulley Strubel. She was a rural mail carrier with the US Postal Service, where she retired. She graduated from Southern Illinois University, was a true artist, loved sewing and designing clothes, had a degree as a Gold Smith, and loved gardening.  She was preceded in death by her parents.

Survivors include her husband, Clayton Call; Sisters, Joyce (Rick) Drees; Nieces, Sara Drees, Danielle Strubel, Lyndzee Riley; Nephews, Jacob Drees, Cameron Drees.

According to her wishes a memorial service will be held at a later date.

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. Jason Matthew “Julio” McWhorter, age 49 of Leesburg, Alabama, formerly of Trion, passed away Friday, January 10, 2025 unexpectedly at his residence.

Jason was born in Rome, Georgia on June 30, 1975, son of Ralph E. McWhorter and Vickie Lynn Smith McWhorter. He was a member of the Central Avenue Baptist Church and was the owner of Elite Millwright Services. Jason was a volunteer assistant coach for the Trion Wrestling Team. He enjoyed fishing, drag racing and Georgia Football, but his favorite activity was spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Jason was preceded in death by his sister, Sherrie Lynn McWhorter Thrasher on March 28, 2024.

Jason is survived by his wife, Wendy Lenderman McWhorter; sons, Jason Matthew “Matt” McWhorter and Jacob Wells; daughters and sons-in-law, Hannah and Sam Cotroneo and Caitlin and Cain Higgins; parents, Ralph and Vickie McWhorter; sister, Candie McWhorter; brother, William McWhorter; grandchildren, Carter Cotroneo, Athens Wells, Hollis Higgins, Greyson Higgins, Annalise Higgins and Carson Higgins; a very close work family and a number of nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services for Jason will be held Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 2:00 P.M. in the Chapel of the Coffman Funeral Home with Pastor Terry Hampton officiating. Interment will follow in the West Hill Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Simon Veatch, Seth Veatch, Gavin Blocker, Tony Smith, Chris Smith, Nick Tomlin and Jason Barnes. Honorary Pallbearers will be the employees of Elite Millwright Services.

Jason’s family will receive friends Tuesday evening from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at the Coffman Funeral Home.

Coffman Funeral Home, Petitt Chapel is honored to be serving the family of Mr. Jason Matthew “Julio” McWhorter.

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

Mrs. Bobbie Nell Brewster Boling, age 77, of Calhoun, GA, died Saturday, January 11, 2025, at her residence.

Mrs. Boling was born January 12, 1947, in DeKalb County, AL, daughter of the late William E. and Dovie M. Hulgan Brewster. She was retired from the Floyd County Department of Family and Children’s Services where she served as a case worker. Mrs. Boling enjoyed cooking, gardening, and working in her yard. She was a friend to everyone.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Donald A. Boling; siblings, Henry Thomas Brewster, James Arthur Brewster, Ronnie Brewster, Thomas Brewster, Billie Jo Harkins, Laura “Patti” Sigler, Ruby Norris, Ollie Henderson, and Stella Louise Brewster.

Survivors include her children, Christopher Boling, Dake (Kim) Boling, and Justin Boling; brother, John (Judy) Brewster; sisters, Gladys Hartline, Frances Bernice Wells; grandchildren, Reyn Boling, Hannah Boling Boazman, Autumn Boling, MariAllen Boling, Isabel Boling, and Alexander Boling.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, January 16, 2025, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Gary Wells officiating.

Mrs. Boling will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. Wednesday, January 15, 2025.

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. Max Berlen “Pops” Murphy, Sr., age 88, of Gaylesville, AL, passed away Saturday, January 11, 2025, at Atrium Health Floyd.

Mr. Murphy was born October 11, 1936, in DeKalb County, AL, son of the late L.E. and Josie Murphy. He was a member of Berea Church of Christ throughout his adult life and served as a dedicated minister for many years. Mr. Murphy enjoyed his time by working, spending time gardening, and visiting with others. He was active with the Boy Scouts for 58 years, was the co-founder of B.S.A. Troop 245 in Gaylesville, and also served as Scoutmaster. He humbly served our country in the Army, stationed at Fort Bliss, Texas. After his service, he returned home and became a self-employed brick mason for the remainder of his life. He continued to work until his recent brief illness.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Murphy was preceded in death by his wife, Martha Rapley Murphy; brother, R.L. Murphy; and sister, Virginia “Jenny” Hughes.

Survivors include his sons, McConnell (DeAnna) Murphy, Max Jr. (Connie) Murphy, and Michael (Heather) Murphy; grandchildren, Luke Murphy, Coleman (Sara Beth) Murphy, Hannah (George) Murphy-Corntassel, and John Michael Murphy; great-grandchild, Mason Murphy; sister, Sara Tallent; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of friends and church family.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. (GA Time) Monday, January 13, 2025, at Berea Church of Christ (2102 County Road 62, Gaylesville, AL 35973) with Min. Douglas Teague, Min. David Mitchell, and Min. Andrew Campbell officiating. Interment will follow in Berea Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Joey Adams, Tyrone Morgan, Luke Murphy, Coleman Murphy, George Corntassel, John Michael Murphy, and Mason Murphy.

Mr. Murphy will be in state at Berea Church of Christ and the family will receive friends from 12:00 Noon (GA Time) until the hour of service on Monday.

In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests donations be made in memory of Mr. Murphy to Peter Solomon India Mission, C/O David Fletcher, 1600 County Road 87, Gaylesville, AL 35973.

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.

Mrs. Teresa Faye Collins Lowe age 65 of Rome, GA passed away Friday, January 10, 2025 at a Rome, GA hospital.

Mrs. Lowe was the ultimate master of the original Nintendo, champion of Zelda, Empress of Jeopardy, and the Queen of Yahtzee.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Thurman and Betty Overbay Collins, and grandsons, Zack Edwards and Marcus Pickel.

Those left to cherish her memory include her loving husband, John Lowe; children, John (Gerica) Lowe, Melissa Collins, Julia (Kenneth) Hines, Shannon Pickel, and Amy Wigley; siblings, Jeri Carter, Beverly Davidson, Robin Campbell, Rev. Steve (Debra) Collins; grandchildren, Shyanna Edwards, Sierra Edwards, Skyler Hines, Alina Norton, Brianna Hines, Abigail Pickel, William McDaniel, Heather Wigley, and Nicholas Wigley; and great-grandchildren, Scarlett brown Edwards, Jaxton Hines, and asher Gillis; along with several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

In accordance with Mrs. Lowe’s wishes, there are no formal services scheduled at this time.

To share your condolences with the family online, please visit www.masonfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements are provided by Mason funeral home, Summerville, GA.