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.

Mr. Charles Erwin “Charlie” Godfrey, age 67, of Summerville, GA, died Thursday, March 6, 2025, at his residence.

Mr. Godfrey was born November 21, 1957, in LaFayette, GA, son of the late Thomas Warren Godfrey and Frances Theressa “Teet” Hill Godfrey. He was employed with Godfrey’s Tree Service and had previously worked at Dawson Logging. Mr. Godfrey was an all around outdoorsman and enjoyed logging and tree cutting, camping, and riding motorcycles. He was a loving father and pawpaw to all.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by siblings, Nancy Paris, Otis Godfrey, Larry Godfrey, Allen Godfrey, Sheila Teems, Dorthia Farmer, and Audrey Wells.

Survivors include his sons, Adam Godfrey, Kevin Godfrey, and Nathan Godfrey; siblings, Danny Godfrey, Francis Pitts, Belinda Coley, and Glenda Goins; grandchildren, Bryce Godfrey, Brittany Godfrey, Mark Godfrey, Alisha Sparks, Ethan Godfrey, Emma Godfrey, Kruz Godfrey, and Raelyn Godfrey; great-grandchildren, Keeleigh Moseley, Bronson Moseley, Layton Godfrey, Nash Sparks, Elijah Tate Godfrey, Adaley Onika Godfrey, Gracelynn Gail Godfrey, Landon Scott Godfrey, and Charlee Matilda Godfrey; his sons’ mother, Pamela Darlene Godfrey; and best friend, Tammy Noles.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, March 11, 2025, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Larry Scoggins officiating. Interment will follow in Subligna Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Bradin Suits, Jimmy “Bo” Ray, Rusty Smith, Bobby Mitchell, Rocky Hatfield, and Greg Day. Honorary pallbearers will be Jackie Hillburn, Chris Cooke, Jason Dawson, Josh Dawson, and Stacey Tudor.

Mr. Godfrey will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 12:00 Noon 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.

Mrs. Leora Dale Wallace Pelfrey, age 80 of Dallas, Georgia formerly of Trion, passed away Thursday, March 6, 2025 at a Rome healthcare center.

Mrs. Pelfrey was born in Lafayette, Georgia on December 11, 1944, daughter of the late Earl Jess Wallace and Virginia Daphine Stiles Wallace. She was retired from Columbia Anderson Construction Company. Mrs. Pelfrey was active with the VFW Auxiliary and enjoyed going to Flea Markets, gardening and working in her yard. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Steve Wallace, Doris Hopkins, Michael Wallace and Donna O’Claire.

Mrs. Pelfrey is survived by a daughter and her fiancé, Cammy Luchina and Todd Kressley and a son and daughter-in-law, Jesse and Cathy Hamby; sister, Gail Vanco; brother, Lonnie Wallace; grandchildren, Jessie Caleb Wishart, Devin Lee Wishart and Thomas Francis; great grandchildren, Mason Luchina Wishart, Kendyl Grace Wishart, Emerson Francis and Connor Francis; and a number of nieces and nephews.

The family of Mrs. Pelfrey will receive friends Saturday afternoon from 12:00 Noon until 2:00 P.M. at the Coffman Funeral Home. There will be no formal services at this time.

Coffman Funeral Home, Petitt Chapel is honored to be serving the family of Mrs. Leora Dale Wallace Pelfrey.

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

Mr. Randy Charles “Stew” Steward, age 65, of LaFayette, GA, died Monday, March 3, 2025, at CHI Memorial Hospital in Chattanooga, TN.
Randy “Stew” was born September 24, 1959, in DeWitt, IA, son of the late Larry Guy Steward and Sandra June “Sandy” Baker Sommers. He concluded over 40 years of service as a wrestling coach and teacher, most recently at Trion High School.

Randy has many coaching accolades, being named Coach of the Year on multiple occasions. He also was inducted into several Hall of Fames including the National Wrestling Hall of Fame – Georgia Chapter, Loras College Hall of Fame, Central DeWitt High School Hall of Fame, the Georgia High School Wrestling Hall of Fame, and the N.W.C.A. Hall of Fame.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Marty Steward; an uncle, Rick Ehrler; lifelong friend Rob McReynolds; and his beloved dog, Dixie.

Survivors include his wife, Lori Duggan Steward; son, Jake Randall Steward (Hailee Peardon); daughter, Helen Mae Steward; granddaughter, Hattie Rae Steward; brother, Tony (Donna) Steward; sister, Tami (Jim) Jaeger; as well as his extended children and grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He also had many adopted wrestling sons. His favorite things in life were wrestling, his family, and his dogs (Zoey, Stella, Remy, Phoenix and Josie).

Memorial services for Randy will be held at 4:00 P.M. on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at the Trion City School Wrestling Building, 240 Central Avenue, Trion, GA 30753.

There will be a gathering of family and friends at the Trion City School Wrestling Building from 2:00 P.M. until 4:00 P.M. on Saturday.

There are arrangements pending for a memorial service in Dubuque, IA 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. TOMMY JOE WOODS, age 82, of Mahan Road, Summerville, Georgia, passed away Tuesday morning, March 4, 2025, in a Rome hospital. He was born on July 31, 1942 in Summerville, Georgia, a son of the late Alfred and Mary Lou Cherry Woods . Mr. Woods was a member of the Wayside Baptist Church and was retired from the maintenance department of Shaw Industries. In addition to Parents, He was preceded in death by first wife, the late Nellie Keen Woods, grandchildren, the late Brad (Demi) Jones and Ryan Gifford, great grandchildren, the late Claire Jones, Lola Jones, and Olivia Jones ; step sons, the late Jimmy Smith and Michael Smith died earlier.

Surviving are His wife, Barbara Woods; daughters, Missy Jones (Ed Lepper), Abby (Ryan) Willingham, Kim (Richard) Gifford, and Tonia (Bobby) Edgeworth; step children, Nette Jackson and Chris (Amy) Smith; Twenty Two Grandchildren, several Great Grandchildren; sister, Beulah (Roger) Keith; several Nieces and Nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held Friday, March 7th, at 2:00 P.M. from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with Pastor Brian Keith officiating, interment in Garrett Cemetery. Active Pallbearers Landon Jones, Alex Jones, Jarod Willingham, Hagen Willingham, Noah Edgeworth, and Mike Hall. Visitation will be Friday from 12:00 noon until 2:00 P.M. at the Funeral Home.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mr. Tommy Joe Woods who passed away Tuesday.

Frances “Fran” Faye Busby, age 76, passed away peacefully surrounded by her children and loved ones on February 27th, 2025, at the Community Hospice Bailey Family Center for Caring in St. Augustine, FL.

She was born on July 5th,1948, to Rev. Clyde and Opal Parris of Summerville, Georgia. Fran was a successful business owner and hairdresser for most of her life. A proud mother to Brent and Nicole, her most cherished title was MiMi to her 3 granddaughters Bailey, Anslee, and Carley. If Fran wasn’t busy on her feet, you could find her bathing in the sun until the sun went down, reading her favorite love story, gardening, or spending time with her family.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brothers, Ronald “Duck” Parris, Leon Parris, and twin, Donnie Parris.

She is survived by her siblings, Cecil (Polly)Parris and Anne (Rennard)Lanier; son, Brent Busby (Lorrie Bazzell); daughter, Nicole (Patrick)Phillips; granddaughters, Bailey (Larry) Woodard, Anslee (Brandon)Alford, Carley Phillips; soon-to-be great- grandson, Braydon Alford; and several nieces and nephews. In honor of Fran’s love for life and colorful personality, we encourage you to wear bright colors.
If Fran ever made you smile, impacted your life in anyway, or held a special place in her heart, we invite you to join us to celebrate the life and legacy she leaves behind.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Sunday, March 9, 2025, at North Star Baptist Church (3413 Blue Springs Road – Kennesaw, GA 30144). Interment will follow in Rolling Hills Cemetery.

Fran will be in state at Georgia Funeral Care (4671 S. Main Street – Acworth, GA, 30101) from 5:00 until 9:00 P.M. Saturday, March 8, 2025.

Mason Funeral Home makes this local announcement on behalf of the family.

MR. GARY ROGER LOWRANCE, age 68, of Lowrance Drive, Trion, Georgia, passed away Saturday, March 1, 2025, at his residence following an extended illness. Mr. Lowrance was born in Trion, Georgia on July 17, 1956, to the late William Alvin and Bonnie Mae Craig Lowrance. He was retired from the Weaving department of Mount Vernon Mills.

Surviving are daughters, Mary (MJ) and David Swift and Kathy Medley; grandchildren Destinee Swift, Serenity Swift, Autumn Swift, Sinclaire Caldwell, Amber Snowden, Brandon Snowden, Alexis (Peanut) Slater, and Gabby Medley; several Great Grandchildren; sister, Martha Camp; brother, Richard Lowrance; niece Erica and Don Thompson; several other Nieces and Nephews also survive.

Memorial service will be held Monday, March 10th, at 1:00 P.M., from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with Pastor Jeff Shaver officiating.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mr. Gary Roger Lowrance who passed away March 1, 2025.

Mr. Richard Timothy “Tim” Black, age 59 of Summerville, Georgia passed away Sunday, March 2, 2025 at his residence.

Tim was born in Lafayette, Georgia on November 3, 1965, son of the late Harvey Allan Black and Annie Ruth Woody Wilson. He was retired from Syntec, where he worked as a fixer and was a member of the Teloga Baptist Church. Tim was an avid Alabama Football fan and enjoyed fishing and playing horseshoes.

Tim is survived by his wife, Sheila Black; son and daughter-in-law, Nicholas and Melanie Black; daughters and sons-in-law, Adrien and Greg Eskew and Tiffany and Jeremy Long; brothers and sisters-in-law, Michael and Dee Black, Carl and Dee Black and Jesse Wilson; sister and brother-in-law, Donna and James Murdock; several grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews.

Visitation for Tim will be held Tuesday, March 4, 2025 from 12:00 Noon until 2:00 P.M. at the Coffman Funeral Home. Rev. Gary Wells will speak at the conclusion of the visitation.

Coffman Funeral Home, Petitt Chapel is honored to be serving the family of Mr. Richard Timothy “Tim” Black.

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