Mrs. Lillian Haas Sizemore, age 90, of Rome, GA (formerly of Trion), died Saturday, December 14, 2024, at Advent Health Redmond.

Mrs. Sizemore was born July 19, 1934, in Windsor, CO, daughter of the late Phillip and Mary Becholdt Haas.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James Edward Sizemore; a daughter, Cynthia Hale; sisters, Wilma Haas and Elsie Haas; and a brother, Ruben Haas.

Survivors include her son, Steven (Sherri) Sizemore; daughter, Karen (Barry) Baker; 6 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren.

Graveside and interment services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Thursday, December 19, 2024, at West Hill Cemetery with Bro. Darrell Wilson officiating.

There will be no formal visitation.

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. Danny Ray Bryan, age 71 of Trion, Georgia passed away unexpectedly Saturday, December 14, 2024 at a Chattanooga, TN hospital.

Danny Ray was born in Trion, Georgia on June 3, 1953, son of the late Harold Bryan and Dorothy Nunn Bryan. He attended the Central Avenue Baptist Church and was retired from the Chattooga County School System, where he was employed at the former N. Summerville Elementary School. Danny Ray was an avid Miami Hurricanes Fan and enjoyed watching and coaching football, watching the Andy Griffith Show and riding around in his Blazer, but his favorite activities were taking care of his dogs and spending time with his son, Rankin.

Danny Ray is survived by his wife, Cindy Bryan; son, Rankin Bryan(Autumn Brewton); a sister, Teresa Bramlett; and a number of additional extended family and friends.

Funeral Services for Danny Ray will be held Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 7:00 P.M. in the Chapel of the Coffman Funeral Home with Rev. Terry Hampton and Coach David Humphreys officiating.

The family will receive friends Thursday afternoon from 5:00 P.M. until the service hour.

Coffman Funeral Home, Petitt Chapel is honored to be serving the family of Mr. Danny Ray Bryan.

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

MRS. POLLY HAYES, age 96, of Trion, Georgia, passed away Wednesday, December 11, 2024, in the local nursing home. She was born in Trion, Georgia on August 26, 1928, to the late Oliver and Annie Ray Colbert Farmer. Mrs. Hayes, for 37 years was an executive secretary for Riegel Textile-Mount Vernon Mills. She attended the Pennville Church of Christ and the Pleasant Grove Church of Christ. In addition to Parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, the late Billy Joe “Jug” Hayes and brother, the late Don Farmer.

Surviving are her sons, Steve Hayes and Kevin (Betsy) Hayes; sister, Sylvia Starkey; grandchildren, Preston (Jamie) Hayes, Nicki Collins, Haydn (Kandace) Hayes, Holden (Annabeth) Hayes; great grandchildren, William Hayes, Aliya McBryde, Jaydn Hayes, Harper Hayes, Ryland Hayes, Bridget Hayes, and Janae Moore; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held Sunday, December 15, 2024 at 2 p.m. from the J.D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with Ministers Hugh Glaze and Rick Lawson officiating, interment in West Hill Cemetery. Active Pallbearers will be Preston Hayes, Haydn Hayes, Holden Hayes, Jaydn Hayes, Robert Hayes and Scott Parris. Honorary Pallbearers will be members of Pennville Church of Christ, members of Pleasant Grove Church of Christ and the staff members of Oakview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Barry and Pam Bridges, Sue Bridges, Beth and Doug Wilson, Tammy and Mike Bennett and Elizabeth Hall.

Visitation will be held on Sunday from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. at the Funeral Home. The Family respectfully requests No flowers and suggests donations to the Gospel Broadcasting Network @ gbntv.org.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mrs. Polly Hayes.

MRS. PLUMA ALICE ORR, age 83, formerly of Summervile, Georgia, passed away Wednesday morning, December 11, 2024, in a Rome, Georgia assisted living. She was born in Trion, Georgia on July 12, 1941, a daughter of the late Hubbard and Myrtle Simmons Keen. She was a member of the Pennville First Baptist Church and retired from the Training Department of Mount Vernon Mills. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, the late James Eugene Orr, and siblings Nellie Woods and Melvin Keen died earlier.

Surviving are son and daughter-in-law, Bobby and Camille Orr; grandchildren, Alex Orr, Adam Orr, and Emma Orr; sister, Ortha Ward and Lois Smith; brothers, James Keen and Charles Keen; several Nieces and Nephews also survive.

Funeral service will be Saturday at 12 noon from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with Rev. Terry Colbert officiating. The Family will receive visitors Saturday from 11 A.M. until 12 noon at the Funeral Home.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mrs. Pluma Alice Orr who passed away Wednesday.

Mrs. Sherry Gail Peters, age 68 of Trion, Georgia passed away Thursday, December 12, 2024 in her home after a prolonged battle with cancer.

Mrs. Peters was born at the Trion Hospital on June 6, 1956, daughter of the late Riley Joel Adams and Mildred Louise Bailey Adams. She was the former owner of Sherry’s Conoco and was currently employed as a cashier with United Grocery Outlet. Mrs. Peters enjoyed playing Rook with her daughters, reading, playing online poker with worldwide friends, watching her grandsons play sports, and going to Trade Day and yard sales. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Peters was preceded in death brothers-in-law, Harold Crider, Donald McCord and Larry Peters; and sisters-in-law, Beverly Daniels and Joyce Coller.

Mrs. Peters is survived by her husband of 50 years, Lonnie Peters; daughters, Crystal (Brent) Brady, Misty (Josh) McCullough and Starr (Caitlyn) Peters; grandchildren, Logan McCullough, Lonnie McCullough, Lucas McCullough, and Masen Brady; sisters, Judy Crider and Jean McCord; special niece, Teresa Bishop; nephews, Jeremy McCord and Shane McCord; and a number of additional family members and friends.

Mrs. Peters’ family will receive friends Friday afternoon from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M., after which she will be cremated according to her wishes.

Coffman Funeral Home, Petitt Chapel is honored to be serving the family of Mrs. Sherry Gail Peters. Please visit www.coffmanfh.net to sign our online guestbook and post condolences.

Mrs. Reba Evelyn Gill, age 77, of Summerville, GA, died Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at Oakview Health and Rehabilitation.

Mrs. Gill was born December 3, 1947, in Summerville, GA, daughter of the late Thomas Watson Garner and Edith Cordelia Gentry Garner. She was a member of Chelsea Baptist Church, and prior to her retirement, was employed as a lunchroom manager with the Chattooga County School System.

Mrs. Gill loved her family and was a very strong woman who lived what she believed. She served as Church Treasurer, a job that she took over from her mother. She enjoyed sewing and cooking and was famous for her homemade biscuits.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, James Robert Gill; brothers, Russell Garner, William (Jean) Garner.

Survivors include her sons, Russell (Charlotte) Gill; Thomas Gill (and special friend, Serena Bristol); a daughter, Rebecca (Jason) Tucker; grandchildren, Arielle and Chris Walsh, Zachary Gill, and Alex and Chase Hall; and great-grandchild, Brantley Ford Walsh.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Friday, December 13, 2024, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Kevin Smith officiating. Interment will follow in Garrett Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Zachary Gill, Chase Hall, Chris Walsh, Gordon Kinsey, Kenneth Martin, and Pat Morgan. Honorary pallbearers will be Steve Morgan, Eddie Gentry, Randy Martin, Steve Selman, Brian Gill, and Stacey Gill.

Mrs. Gill will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 12:00 Noon until the hour of service on Friday.

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. Marty Lynn Hogue, age 61, of Menlo, GA, died Sunday, December 8, 2024, at his residence.

Mr. Hogue was born May 2, 1963, in Trion, GA, son of the late Paul and Parlie Bryant Hogue. He was a member of Faith Temple Baptist Church and was employed with Shaw Industries. Mr. Hogue was an avid fisherman and loved doing yardwork. He was also a very kind, caring, and excellent role model.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Lisa Elaine Burrage Hogue; grandparents, Girtis and Erbie Bryant; and a brother-in-law, Mike Ball.

Survivors include his sons, Marcus (Brittany) Hogue, Skylar Hogue; daughters, Brandi Hogue and Halley Hogue; brother, Donald Hogue; sister, Sherrie Ball; and 4 grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Thursday, December 12, 2024, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Jason Boyd officiating. Interment will follow in Summerville Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Marcus Hogue, Skylar Hogue, A.J. Ball, Brandyn Holt, Greg Lambitz, and Danny Wyatt.

Mr. Hogue will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 11:00 A.M. until the hour of service on Thursday.

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. William Raymond Giles, age 76, of Summerville, GA, died Friday, December 6, 2024, at his residence.

Mr. Giles was born February 29, 1948, in New London, CT, son of the late Willie Ray Giles and Mary Magdalena Kazimer Giles. He was of the Baptist faith, and prior to his retirement, was employed as an engineer with Windstream Communications. He was also a veteran of the United States Navy and a member of the Summerville/Trion Rotary Club and of Northwest Georgia Quail Unlimited.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Giles was preceded in death by a brother, Robert Edward Giles.

Survivors include his wife, Marcia Lacy Giles; a son, Michael Giles; brother, Paul John Giles; and grandchildren, Madison (Carson) DeLoach, and Easton Owens.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Monday, December 9, 2024, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Tim Evans and Mr. Bobby Chisolm officiating. Interment will follow in West Hill Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Rex Evans, Trey Skelton, Easton Owens, Jared Whitlock, Matt Dooley, and Joe Tolison. Honorary pallbearers will be Cindy and Herb Skelton.

Mr. Giles 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 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.

Carolyn Maxwell, of Omaha, Nebraska, gained her angel wings November 29, 2024 surrounded by family.

Carolyn was an angel here on earth and a true warrior to God. Her selfless heart was always full of love and compassion for all who came into her life. She was always there for others even if only to listen. Family and togetherness she held dear to her heart. Carolyn has instilled all these values into her children and into the lives of others.

Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents: Robert Sneed Chaney, Jr. and Jimmie Clementine Chaney; brothers: Herbert and Ronald Chaney; sisters: Shirley Canatsy and Susan Rice.

She is survived by her husband: Charles Maxwell; daughters: Pamela Maxwell, Melissa Volentine, Rita Nelson (husband: Tim), and Tina Maxwell; grandchildren: Charles Vitols, Carissa Volentine, Courtney Volentine, Wyatt Nelson, and Kinsley Nelson; great-grandchildren: Hudson, Mackenzie, and Dakota Graff; sister: Ileeta Scolaro.

Funeral Services will be Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 2:00 P.M. in the Chapel of the Coffman Funeral Home. Interment will follow in the West Hill Cemetery.

The family will receive friends Tuesday from 12:00 Noon until the funeral hour.

Coffman Funeral Home, Petitt Chapel is honored to be serving the family of Mrs. Carolyn Maxwell.

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

MR. GERONE “LADELLE” EVANS – 58, Georgia was born May 13, 1966 in Summerville, Georgia to Everett Evans and the late Carolyn Printup. He departed this earthly life for his heavenly home on November 27, 2024. He is preceded in death by his mother; brother, Patrick Evans Sr., Step-Father, Homer Printup, grandparents, Henley and Beatrice Hull and John L. and Lelia Evans; Uncles, Alvin Evans and Lenton “O Neal” Evans.

“Dell” as he was lovely called, was educated in the Chattooga County School System and graduated from Chattooga High School in 1985. He was employed by Roper Manufacturing. Dell was an avid horse lover and was known in the community as the “horseshoe man”. His love for horses brought him many relationships and bonds with others that ride horses. His animal IQ was extraordinary, and he was always willing to share his knowledge and help others.

Dell leaves to cherish his memory his father Everett Evans, Lyerly, Georgia; four children, Gerone Marquel Evans, Rome, Georgia, Perez Shropshire, Rome, Georgia; Ayanna Young, Rome, Georgia, Kayanne Lee, Rome, Georgia; Sister, Neveah Printup, Kingston, Georgia ; Grandchildren, Karma Young, Xyla Young, Malia Young, King Young, Saniya Young and Ella Young, Rome, Georgia, Zyir Shropshire, Rome, Georgia, Kayden Harris, Rome, Georgia, Kayson Lee, Rome, Georgia; Nephew, Patrick LeBron Evans Jr. Lyerly, Georgia; Neice, Payton Davis, Columbia, South Carolina; Great Nephew, Messiah Evans; Great Neice, Amiyah Evans; Step-brothers, Tracy Ayers, Columbus, Ohio, Jaquantas Printup, Kingston, Georgia,Darrell (Stacey)Wise, Rome, Georgia, Corey (Jennie) Wiggins, Cartersville, Georgia, Mark Williams, Kingston, Georgia. Step-sisters, Linda (Reggie) Burks, Hometta Printup, Kingston, Georgia, Vanity Printup, Cartersville, Georgia, Raven Printup, Cartersville, Georgia & Jamila Printup, Cartersville, Aunts; Dorothy-Ann Evans, Lyerly, Georgia, Mary (Mose) Adams, Lyerly, Georgia, Irma Jean (Calvin) Starks, St. Louis, MO; Uncles, George (Rosa Lee) Evans, Lyerly, Georgia, Arthell Evans, Lyerly, Georgia, Michael (Joyce) Hull, Rome, Georgia; Great Aunt, Betty Saunders, Aberdeen, Maryland, as well as a host of cousins and friends also survive.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at 1:00 PM, in the Chapel of New Spirit Truth Assembly of Jesus Church in Summerville, 487 Scoggins Street Summerville, GA 30747. Eulogist Rev. Barrett. He will lie in state on Saturday, December 7, 2024, from 11:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. at the church.

Service entrusted to Willis Funeral Home, Inc. of Dalton, GA.