Mrs. Jimmie Sue Kirby, age 76, of Menlo, GA, died Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at Atrium Health Floyd.

Mrs. Kirby was born January 18, 1949, in Trion, GA, daughter of the late Harold H. “Jim” Baker and Margaret Elizabeth Espy Baker. She attended Menlo Faith Baptist Church and was retired from Mohawk Industries. She had also previously been employed with Richie’s Men and Boys Shop and Orchid Cleaners.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother-in-law, Fred Eller; and former spouse, Steve Kirby.

Survivors include her sons, Stacy (Angel) Rinehart, Kelly Kirby; sister, Barbara Eller; grandchildren, Matthew Rinehart, Brayden Kirby, Lane Rosson, Jaylen White, and Kannon Kirby; nieces, Dee Anna Ward, Abby (Jerry) Scott.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 P.M. Saturday, October 25, 2025, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Scott Quinn and Rev. Casey Bramlett officiating. Interment will follow in AMI Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Kelly Kirby, Matt Rinehart, Joe Middleton, Tracy Thrasher, Tad Allen, Cash Allen, and Cole Allen.

Mrs. Kirby 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 Saturday.

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. Marvin Wesley Agan, age 83, of Niceville, FL (formerly of Summerville, GA), died Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at The Opal at Bluewater Bay Assisted Living Center.

Mr. Agan was born April 4, 1942, in Centre, AL, son of the late Cecil Hudon Agan and Thelma Truly Smith Agan. He was a veteran of the United States Navy, was a member of the American Legion Post 129, and was a retired educator with LaFayette High School.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Athel Mae Walker Agan; daughter, April Reed; granddaughter, Erin Prince; 2 sisters; and 3 brothers.

Survivors include her children, Deborah (Chuck) Sizemore, Christopher (Kelly) Agan, Connie (Bryan) Hawkins; 10 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; and honorary siblings, Deborah Jean and Larry Blackwell.

Funeral services for Mr. Agan will be held at 2:00 P.M. Sunday, October 26, 2025, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Charles Izell officiating. Interment will follow in Weiss Lake Memorial Gardens. Active pallbearers will be Chuck Sizemore, Larry Blackwell, Jonathan Ariail, Hayden Sizemore, Chris Agan, and Chad Hawkins. Honorary pallbearers will be Hudson Ariail and Declan Agan.

Mr. Agan 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.

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. Douglas Lee “Doug” Mahan, age 80 of Summerville, Georgia passed away Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at his residence.

Mr. Mahan was born in Trion, Georgia on September 22, 1945, son of the late Glover Cooper Mahan and Dorothy Mae Adams Mahan. He was a member of the Trion United Methodist Church and was retired from Mt. Vernon Mills where he was employed as a Quality Control Technician for over 40 years. He was member of the Trion Masonic Lodge #160 F&AM, where he had served as past master and chaplain. He enjoyed fishing, golfing and football, especially if it involved the Trion Bulldogs or his beloved Georgia Tech.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Mahan was preceded in death by a son, Jeremy Douglas Mahan.

Mr. Mahan is survived by his wife, Linda Mahan; son Jeffrey Mahan; brother, Mel Mahan; grandson, Garrett Mahan; and a number of nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services for Mr. Mahan will be held Friday, October 24, 2025 at 1:00 P.M. in the Chapel of the Coffman Funeral Home with Rev. David Autry and Rev. James Hannah officiating. Interment will follow in the West Hill Cemetery with Trion Lodge #160 in charge of Masonic Rites.

Pallbearers will be Garrett Mahan, Colby Evans, Parker Hilgren, Aaron Reed, Corey Reed and Adam Shields. Honorary Pallbearers will be the Trion Lodge #160 F&AM, friends from Trion United Methodist Church and members of the Hope Sunday School Class.

Mr. Mahan’s family will receive friends Friday morning at the Coffman Funeral Home from 11:00 A.M. until the funeral hour.

Coffman Funeral Home and Crematory is honored to be serving the family of Mr. Douglas Lee “Doug” Mahan.

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

MRS. ALICE MAE EVERETT COX, age 84 of Summerville, Georgia, passed away Wednesday, October 22, 2025. Mrs. Cox was born on April 27, 1941 in Chattooga County, Georgia to the late Noel Everett and Coraine Touchstone Everett. She was of the Methodist faith and loved talking with people and never met a stranger. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, John William Cox; daughter, Jennifer Dianne Cox; brothers, Clinton Everett, John Everett, and Charlie Everett.

Survivors include her daughter, Mary John Cos Hendrix, (Shane Hendrix), and two grandchildren Ava Hendrix and John Hendrix.

Graveside and interment services to celebrate the life of Mrs. Alice Mae Cox will be held at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery on Saturday, October 25th at 3 p.m. with Rev. Wes Privett officiating. The family will receive friends at Earle Rainwater Funeral Home Saturday from 1:30 p.m. until the hour of her service. Active Pallbearers Shane Hendrix, John Hendrix, Tom Everett, Chuck Cox, Paul Jones, and Joseph McGinnis; Honorary Pallbearers will be members of the Chattooga Senior Center. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Summerville First United Methodist Church at P.O. Box 187 Summerville, Georgia 30747 or the charity of your choice.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements for Mrs. Alice Mae Everett Cox who passed away Wednesday morning.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Charlotte Nicholson Persons, who left us peacefully on Saturday, October 18, 2025.

Charlotte was a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. Her warmth, kindness, and unwavering love touched the lives of everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. Charlotte was born on 07/10/1937 and grew up in Sylacauga, AL where she developed a deep love for crafting. She dedicated her life to her family and community, always putting others before herself. Her generosity knew no bounds, and her home was a sanctuary of love and laughter.

Charlotte was preceded in death by her husband, Jimmy Persons, her two daughters, Donna Henderson & Sharon Jordan and her great granddaughter Aiden Swindle. Their memories will forever remain in our hearts, and we find comfort in knowing they are now reunited.

She is survived by her son, Scott Persons/Janet who will forever cherish the memories of his mother’s gentle guidance and unconditional love. Her grandchildren, Taylor Henderson/Tyler, Heather Jordan, Matthew Persons/Marissa and Luke Persons/Asia, who will always remember their grandmother’s stories, hugs, and the special moments they shared. Her great grandchildren, Lynlee & Amelia Davis and Jordan Swindle will remember the joy they brought to Charlotte every time she was around them.

The family wishes to extend a heartfelt thank you to Amanda Montgomery for her exceptional care, compassion, and unwavering support during Charlotte’s illness. Your dedication, patience, and kindness allowed Charlotte to live in her home peacefully through her final days. We are also deeply grateful to her husband, Michael, who was always willing to help in any way he could. Additionally, the family would like to thank Heyman Hospice and her team, Michelle Allie, Jeanette Cavin, Kim Higgins, Melissa Boone, and Jennifer Lawrence. A special thank you to all of Charlotte’s amazing, wonderful and caring neighbors. Charlotte Nicholson Persons will be deeply missed, but her love and light will remain in our hearts forever.

A celebration of Charlotte’s life will be held on Friday, October 24, 2025 at 6:00 P.M. in the Chapel of the Coffman Funeral Home with Rev. David Autry officiating. Graveside and Interment services will be Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 12:00 Noon in Evergreen Cemetery in Sylacauga, Alabama.

The family will receive friends Friday afternoon from 4:00 P.M. until the funeral hour. The family will also receive friends Saturday at the Curtis and Son Funeral Home in Sylacauga, Al from 10:00 A.M. until the funeral hour.

The family respectfully asks that in lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to the Alzheimer’s Association, www.alz.org or to the Dementia Society of America, www.dementiasociety.org .

Coffman Funeral Home and Crematory is honored to be serving the family of Mrs. Charlotte N. Persons.

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

Mr. Harlan General Spillman, age 82 of Menlo, passed away on Sunday October 19th at Oakview Health & Rehab in Summerville.

Visitation will be from 4-9 pm on Thursday October 23rd at Burt Chapel in Fort Payne.

Funeral services will be on Friday October 24th at 2pm CST at Burt Chapel in Fort Payne.  Burial will be in Walker’s Chapel Cemetery in Fort Payne with military honors.

The family is accepting flowers.

Burt Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements for Mr. Harlan General Spillman.

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Mr. Bill Crain, age 83, of Menlo, GA, passed away Saturday, October 11, 2025, at his residence after an extended illness.

Mr. Crain was born October 23, 1941, in Trion, GA, son of the late Benjamin Davis Crain and Bertha Lee Vernon Hogg Crain.  Prior to his retirement, he was employed as a night watchman with the City of Menlo.  He had also previously worked at Best Manufacturing and he had operated Hall’s Texaco, one of the last full-service stations in the area.  Mr. Crain enjoyed hunting and being outdoors.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Margaret Hegwood.

He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Mary Padgett Crain; a daughter, Joy McCary; 2 grandchildren, Ty and Lucas McCary; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 P.M. Tuesday, October 14, 2025, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Terry Hampton and Rev. Alton Stamey officiating.  Interment will follow in AMI Cemetery.  Active pallbearers will be Tim Hogg, Roy Padgett, John Mason, Richard Gifford, Mark Padgett, and Tommy Meadows.  Honorary pallbearers will be Thomas Cole, Raymond Ware, and the nurses from Heyman Hospice.

Mr. Crain 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 Tuesday.

Mrs. Bonnie Mae Woodall, age 81, of LaFayette, GA, died Thursday, October 9, 2025, at her residence.

Mrs. Woodall was born June 15, 1944, in Centre, AL, daughter of the late Curtis Lee Woodall and Virginia Camilla Haggard Woodall.  Prior to her retirement, she was employed with Albertson’s Grocery.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Gwen Woodall; as well as several aunts and uncles.

Survivors include her life-long partner, Chaz Lownsbury; a son, Eddie Jackson; daughter, Melinda Clark; a sister, Tinker Gillespie; grandchildren, David (Tammy) Severs, Heather Clark (Kyle), Nikki Jackson, Dewayne Clark, Chris (Tiffany) Jackson, and Curtis (Jessica) Cochran; great-grandchildren, Nasiah McVay, Layla Mae Clark, and Deegan Cochran.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Monday, October 13, 2025, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Mike Smith and Mr. Charles Bennett officiating.  Interment will follow in Lyerly Cemetery.  Active pallbearers will be Scott Horne, Andrew Gillespie, Butch Allmon, Randall Abernathy, James Abernathy, and Wesley Dawson.  Honorary pallbearers will be Billy Abernathy, Allen Clark, and David Severs.

Mrs. Woodall will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. on Sunday, October 12, 2025.

The Woodall family would like to extend a special thanks to Julie Watson and Jada Whitfield with Pruitt Health Hospice.

MR. RANDY GENE JENNINGS, age 63, of Piedmont Avenue, Summerville, Georgia, passed away unexpectedly, Thursday, October 9, 2025, at Trion, Georgia. Mr. Jennings was born in Rome, Georgia on December 7, 1961 to the late Rev. Charles Joel Jennings, Jr. and Mary Faye Morris Jennings. He was retired hyster driver for Roper Corporation. In addition to Parents was preceded in death by two brothers the late Charles Joel Jennings, III and John Harold Jennings.

Surviving are His wife, Jan Jennings; daughters, Amy (Joshua) Riddle and Tiffany (Skyler) Ledford; son, Joseph Wallin; sisters, Brenda Faye Morgan, Rose Marie Walker, Martha Ware, and Mary Stegall; seven Grandchildren; several Nieces and Nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held Sunday, October 12th, at 3:30 P.M. from the J. D. Hill Memorial Chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home with Rev. Don Mason and Mr. Skyler Ledford officiating, interment in Summerville Cemetery. Active Pallbearers, Matthew Hamby, Reuben Brock, Jeff Kirby, Joshua Riddle, Jordan Riddle, Sammy Hamby, Jr., and Rickey Morgan. The Family will receive friends at the Funeral Home Sunday from 1:30 P.M. until the hour of service. The Family request no flowers and ask for contributions for funeral expenses.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mr. Randy Gene Jennings who passed away Thursday afternoon.

MRS. SHIRLEY ANITA POWELL – Of Saginaw, Michigan and formerly of Summerville, Georgia was born on December 28, 1959 to her late parents, Paul Edward and Beulah Beatrice Underwood.

Survivors are her siblings, Bertha Adams, Steve Adams, Kenneth Underwood, Sandra (Ronald) Jackson, Jodie Underwood, Cynthia Underwood, Yolanda Cooper, and Kathleen Bates; special cousin, Doris Chaney; godson, Paris Phillips; best friend, Phyllis Phillips, Marilyn Daniels; special friend / ex-husband, Ricky Powell; other relatives, and friends.

Mrs. Powell was preceded by her parents, brothers, James and Ramon Underwood, Gerrod, Todd, and Mark Underwood, sister, Gail Shropshire, stepmother, Mary Helen Underwood, grandmother, Rosa Underwood, uncle, Joe Underwood, aunt, Edna Walker, and her bonus mother, Doris Cooper.

A Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, October 12, 2025 at 1:00 P. M. at New Bethel Baptist Church, 281 Georgia Avenue, Summerville, Georgia with Pastor Kevin Roach as Eulogist. Arrangements entrusted to Willis Funeral Home, Inc.