JAMES H. (JIM) HUNTER, age 99, of Gore Community, Summerville, Georgia, passed away Thursday, April 2, 2026, at His residence. A native Chattooga Countian, He was born to the late Robert Glenn and Daisy Garner Hunter, on October 19, 1926. Mr. Hunter was a member and Deacon of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church and was President and co-founder of Hunter Furniture Company and Fruit Stand on U.S. 27 in Gore.  In addition to Parents, was preceded in death by wife, the late Martha Speer Hunter, a son, the late James Robert Hunter, and grandson, the late John Clinton Hunter, II.

Surviving are son and daughter-in-law, Clint and Kristie Hunter; grandchildren, Emily Hunter, Megan Hunter, Clancey and Calen Cooper; great grandchildren, Elsie Quinn and Ella Cooper, Dakyota and Clyde Allen; nieces, Ann and Bill Kuzociak, Martha Goodman; brother-in-law, Jerry Speer.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Earle Rainwater Funeral Home.

Mr. Tommy Lee Cook, age 74 of Summerville, Georgia passed away Thursday, March 26, 2026 at the Oakview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Mr. Cook was born in Trion, Georgia on August 10, 1951, son of the late William Gaines Cook and Edna Lee Cook. He graduated from Chattooga High School and Northeast Alabama State Junior College. He served honorably in the United States Army from 1971 to 1972 and was stationed in Germany. After returning from service, he worked for a number of years at Mount Vernon Mills and Goodyear in Calhoun. Eventually he discovered his passion for restoring antiques and operated Cook’s Upholstery and Antiques in downtown Summerville for several years. Mr. Cook enjoyed reminiscing about baseball games of his youth and watching westerns. He made friends everywhere he went.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Cook was preceded in death by his loving wife, Judy Cook who passed away in 2010.

Mr. Cook is survived by his two sons and daughter-in-law, Brett Cook and Andy and Terri Pilgrim; brother, Billy Cook; sister and brother-in-law, Marie and Brian Kautz; one grandson, Tyler Cook; one nephew and two nieces, Matt Cook, Addie English, and Hannah Kautz; and extended family members.

Visitation and Memorial Services for Mr. Cook will be held on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 from 3:00 P.M. until 5:00 P.M. at the Pennville Community Church.

The family would like to give a special thanks to the Staff at the Oakview Health and Rehabilitation Center and Affinis Hospice for providing excellent care for Mr. Cook. They would also like to thank Reita Thomas Cabe, and everyone else who visited.

THOMAS JEFFERSON DEAN, II, age 63, of Cedar Bluff, Alabama, passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at His residence following an extended illness, Mr. Dean was born  May 20, 1962, to the late Charles Thomas Dean and Faye Ellen Dotson Dean, who survives.  He was a member of Local #22 Carpenters Union and Baptist by Faith.  In addition to Father, he was preceded in death by a son, the late Thomas Jefferson Dean, III, a sister, Chrystal Dean Hicks, and a brother, the late Ricky Smith.

Surviving are daughters, Denise Jones and Christy Dean; mother, Faye Ellen Dean; sister, Tonya Dean; former wife, Kim Dean.

Funeral and interment services will be held Saturday, April 4^th, at 11:00 A.M. EST from the Silver Hill Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Steve Scoggins officiating.  Mr. Dean will be in state art his residence, #800 County Road #199-Cedar Bluff, Alabama after 5:00 P.M. EST Thursday.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mr. Thomas Jefferson Dean, II, who passed away Wednesday.

Mrs. Sylvia Brooks Hall-Johnson age 80 of Lyerly, GA passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at a Rome, GA hospital.

Mrs. Johnson was born August 9, 1945 in Summerville, GA to the late John S. and Olivia Rowlls Brooks. She was retired from the Department of Family and Children’s Services where she served for 34 years. She was well known for her love and compassion for others. She was a former member of Son Rise Community Church, and attended Mtn. View Baptist Church and Wayside Baptist Church. She was a fan of Law and Order SVU, along with John Grisham & James Patterson books and also enjoyed spending time with her grand-dog Gunner.

Along with her parents she is preceded in death by her first husband Truman Hall; her second husband, Ronald E. Johnson; and siblings, George S. Brooks, Charles T. Brooks, and Alice A. Jones.
Survivors include her son, Matthew (Debbie) Hall; step children, Ricky (Laura) Johnson and Rhonda Lively; step-grandchildren, Micah Lively and Zach Lively; great-grandchildren, Halle Lively, Dana Lee Lively, Bristol Kate Lively, Jake Lively, Blain Lively, and Jana Lively.

A funeral service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Johnson will take place at 2:00 PM Monday, April 6 at the chapel of Mason Funeral Home with Mr. Matt Hall officiating. Interment will follow at Lyerly Cemetery with Brian Scott, Dale Russell, Chuck Boyd, Mark Floyd, Micah Lively, and Zach Lively serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Timothy Brooks, Tommy Brooks, Jimmy Hosmer, Wes Love, Brandon Gurley, Jeremy Worsham, members of her Sunday School Classes, and members of the Silver Sneakers.

The family will receive friends Monday from 12:00 noon until the service hour at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests that memorial donations be made to the local homeless relief agency and/or the Restoration House.

Mrs. Linda Louise Masters, age 81, of Trion, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 27, 2026, at her home.

Born on September 14, 1944, in Trion, she was the beloved daughter of the late Jules Stephens and Louise Martin Stephens. Mrs. Masters retired from the Roper Corporation and was a dedicated member of the Baptist faith. She earned her cosmetology license in the early 1980s and joyfully worked in various salons as well as from her home for over three decades. She found great pleasure in tending to her yard and flower beds, was an avid golfer who competed in the Roper Golf League, and was a devoted Atlanta Braves fan.

Mrs. Masters was preceded in death by her daughter, Kim Williams; her grandson, Steven James Fountain; and her brother, Eugene Stephens.

She is lovingly survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Steven and Lexi Fountain; brothers and sister-in-law, Larry Stephens and Ken and Hilda Stephens; five grandchildren, Addison Fountain, Autumn Fountain, Lee Gass, Ian Lowe, and Brayden Stoker; two great-grandchildren, Oakley Lowe and Emma Gass; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 1:00 P.M. at the Chapel of Coffman Funeral Home with Pastor Ashley Penton officiating. Interment will follow at West Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers will include Randy Moon, Benjie Broome, Chad Hunt, Jonathan Ford, Mark Schrader, and Jason Brown, with Lee Gass and Ian Lowe serving as honorary pallbearers. Coffman Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of arrangements. 

Mr. Jamison Lee “Jamie” Hankins, age 46, of Summerville, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 29, 2026, at the residence of his mother in Menlo, Georgia. Born on December 18, 1979, in Ft. Oglethorpe, Georgia, Jamie lived a life characterized by dedication to his craft, devotion to family, and a zest for the simple joys of life.

A man of the Baptist faith, Jamie was self-employed as a carpenter, a profession that not only reflected his skill and hard work but also his commitment to building and creating with care and precision. His love for fishing brought him tranquility, while his reputation as the ultimate backyard grill master echoed the warmth and generosity he shared with those around him.

Jamie is survived by his mother and step-father, Betty and Kelly Wentz, who stood by his side throughout his life. He is also lovingly remembered by his daughter, Macy Edgerton-Davis, and her husband, Garrett, as well as his sister and brother-in-law, Karen and Bobby Teems. His brother and sister-in-law, Brian and Lindsey Hankins, along with numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family members, carry forward his memory in their hearts.

In accordance with Jamie’s wishes, he will be cremated, and his family plans to hold a private memorial service at a later date. The intimate nature of the ceremony reflects the close-knit bonds he cherished.

Coffman Funeral Home and Crematory is honored to be serving the family of Mr. Jamison Lee “Jamie” Hankins during this difficult time.

Mrs. Eunice Irene Cagle, age 83, of LaFayette, GA, died Thursday, March 26, 2026, at her residence.

Mrs. Cagle was born August 11, 1942, in Trion, GA, daughter of the late Oscar Daniel Hawkins and Janie Elizabeth Broadrick Hawkins.  She was retired from the textile industry and had attended Trinity Church of God.

Mrs. Cagle loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  She enjoyed thrift shopping with Tyler, making canvas art, and working puzzles with her sisters.  She also loved gardening, working in her flowers, and taking care of her chickens.  Going out every morning to feed her chickens and collect her eggs was one of her favorite things to do.  She also loved sitting on the creek bank fishing.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Jimmy Cagle; second husband, Jimmy Allen; brothers, Robert D. Hawkins, Henry (Brenda) Hawkins, Leonard (Debbie) Hawkins; sisters, Louise Robinson, Brenda (Tommy) Young; step-father, J.C. Broadrick; brother-in-law, Arlie Robinson; grandson, Charles Lynn Cagle; great-grandson, Hayden Cagle; and a nephew, Kenneth Robinson.

Survivors include her sons, Wayne (Lynn) Cagle, Albert (Wendy) Cagle; a daughter, Tina (Chuck) Akery; a sister, Sarah Robinson; 9 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Sunday, March 29, 2026, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Daniel Robinson officiating.  Interment will follow in the Mount Carmel Cemetery.  Active pallbearers will be Tommy Young, Jay Young, Daniel Robinson, Stacey Robinson, Preston Harris, and Cameron Hinton.  Honorary pallbearers will be Johnathan Scott, Cassey Robinson, Travis Tucker, and Brien Robinson.

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

MR. JACKY JARRELLS, age 70, of Back Penn Road, Summerville, Georgia, passed away Monday morning, March 23, 2026, in a Rome hospital following an illness. He was born on September 11, 1955 in Welch, West Virginia to the late Morton and Edna Canada Jarrells. Mr. Jarrells was retired mechanic for Smith Iron Works. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by siblings, the late Larry Jarrells, James Jarrells, and Patricia McMillon; girl friend, the late Phyllis Coleman.

Surviving are sons, Robert (Jennifer) Jarrells, Jackie (Tubby) Jarrells, Phillip (Kristta) Jarrells, Elmer (Tammy Crews), Jarrells, Chris (Juanita) Reed, Tressie (Priscilla) Johnson; grandchildren, Jayden & Jaysten Jarrells, Jousha & Tabbie Jarrells, Isabell & Jeremiah Crews.

Visitation will be Wednesday, March 26th, from 4 until 6 P.M. at Earle Rainwater Funeral Home.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mr. Jacky Jerrells.

Ms. Sandra Kaye Hunter Crowe, age 66, of Summerville, GA, died Monday, March 16, 2026, at CHI Memorial Hospital.

Ms. Crowe was born January 29, 1960, daughter of the late Marvin Hunter and the late Dorothy Siffles.  She was employed with I.F.S.

Ms. Crowe was a wildflower in a world of weeds; a free spirit, a beautiful soul, and a person that could simply not be caged.  She loved her family with a love that knew no bounds, a love that never ends.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her nephew, Kevin Hunter.

Survivors include her daughters, Jamie (Michael) Hancock, Samantha DeBerry, and Sarah DeBerry; step-mother, Mattie Hunter; brother, Larry (A.J.) Hunter; sister, Fran (Randall) Hamilton; her former husband, John Crowe; 6 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren.

Memorial services will be held at 12:00 Noon Friday, March 27, 2026, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Greg Fulbright officiating.

There will be a gathering of family and friends at Mason Funeral Home from 11:00 A.M. until the hour of service on Friday.