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DeLaine S. Hood of Madison, passed away April 20, 2024. She was surrounded by her family. Mrs. Hood was born November 10, 1948 to Broadus and Ida Steedly in Charleston, SC. She met and married Dell Hood. Together they raised their two children. She was retired from the North American Mission Board where she served as Director of Accounting. Mrs. Hood was a loving mother and wife. She adored her church family and lived to serve others. She will be remembered as having seen her creator in all aspects of life and the environment. Her daily Facebook posts, "Good morning from Beaver Dam" will be missed. It was there that she shared words of encouragement and inspiration to all. ...

Steve Cisson, age 71 of Madison, Georgia passed away peacefully at home on April 15, 2024. He was born in Toccoa, Georgia on July 3, 1952 to Leroy and Helen Cisson. Growing up, he attended Stephens County schools and graduated from Stephens County High School. Steve then attended the University of Georgia and after graduating in 1975, he was hired by the Morgan County Board of Education as a teacher and coach. Steve spent his entire professional career at Morgan County High School where he filled many roles. He taught Math, Drivers Education and Physical Science. He was also the DCT coordinator and ISS instructor. Steve's coaching duties included football, girls' basketball, baseball, golf,...

Sharon Denise Foster Banks, 57 of Madison, passed away on April 12, 2024. She was surrounded by her family. Ms. Banks was born in Madison on April 25, 1966. Her parents were Elmer and Elizabeth Inman Foster. She grew up in Morgan County and was a member of Calvary Baptist Church. She loved her family and community and spending time with them. She enjoyed cooking for her family and others. Ms. Banks had two children of her own but helped raise many others. Sharon Banks is survived by two children, Brittany Johnson and Quantavious and Reggie Banks. Her grandchildren are Drema, Anari, Quantavious and Harmony Johnson. Her siblings are Betty Ann Tolbert & Calvin, Diane Young &...

On April 7, 2024 Mandi "Man Man" Marie Williams, 22, passed away peacefully and suddenly in her home. She was born in Conyers Georgia on March 21, 2002 to her mother Selena Kaye McLendon her Father the late Timothy Martin Williams. Adopted, loved and raised by her dad James Issac McLendon. She graduated and earned her high school diploma in 2019. Mandi was a remarkable artist, she loved art so much that she became a successful entrepreneur and started selling her work. She had many passions but caring for people and animals was a priority. She was preceded in death by her grandfathers Charles "Poppy" Hebert, Jackie Smithers and Father Timothy Martin Williams. She is survived by her...

On April 7, 2024 Mandi "Man Man" Marie Williams, 22, passed away peacefully and suddenly in her home. She was born in Conyers Georgia on March 21, 2002 to her mother Selena Kaye McLendon her Father the late Timothy Martin Williams. Adopted, loved and raised by her dad James Issac McLendon. She graduated and earned her high school diploma in 2019. Mandi was a remarkable artist, she loved art so much that she became a successful entrepreneur and started selling her work. She had many passions but caring for people and animals was a priority. She was preceded in death by her grandfathers Charles "Poppy" Hebert, Jackie Smithers and Father Timothy Martin Williams. She is survived by her...

James Leland "Jim" Meier. 79 of Madison, passed away on April 5, 2024. Jim was born in California on September 13, 1944. He was married to the late, Linda Craven Meier. Jim was a tractor mechanic by trade. He however, was capable of building and repairing most any type of equipment. Jim was also an inventor. He owned Madison Tractor & Equipment. Jim enjoyed fishing and also travelling. Jim Meier is survived by his daughter, Angie Heusser & Tim and two grandchildren, Justin Heusser & Gloria and Megan Morris & Alex. He also leaves three great grandchildren, Olivia and Caroline Heusser and Ellie Morris as well as a special nephew, Dan Lundberg. A memorial service was...

David Ernest Biggs, a caring husband and loving father, passed away on April 3, 2024 at the age of 67, surrounded by his family. He was a strong, yet tender hearted man who was devoted to his family. Born to David Biggs and Francis Corley Biggs on July 7, 1956, in Augusta, Georgia, David's interest in aviation took flight during his teenage years when he earned his private pilot's license. Following high school, he followed his passion, embarking on a 43-year career with Delta Air Lines. Along the way, he married the love of his life, Darlene Kalb. They celebrated 46 years together this past December. David's loves were many and varied. He poured his heart into his career at Delta,...

Roger Alan Shepherd, 70 of Rutledge, passed away at his home on March 20, 2024. He was a native of Morgan County. He was born February 16, 1954 in Madison to Bonny and Elease Hawk Shepherd. Alan was married to Sara Thomas Shepherd. He was a member of the Rutledge Methodist Church. Alan was retired from Southern States as a chemical applicator. He enjoyed being outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. He was an avid college football fan and surprisingly he loved his cats. Alan Shepherd is survived by his wife Sara Shepherd and two children, Walter Alan Shepherd & Victoria and Gray Shepherd. He leaves one granddaughter, Sara Gray Fuller. Alan also is survived by a brother, Mark...

Mrs. Juliette Adcock Moss, 94 of Madison, passed away on March 20, 2024. She was a devoted daughter, mother, grandmother, and friend. She was loved by all who knew her especially the grands who called her "Mimi." She was always willing to lend a helping hand whether it be washing dishes, cooking meals, cleaning, or taking care of any and all of her grandchildren and great grands. The stories that she would tell from the wealth of knowledge she had acquired the 94 years she was here on earth were intriguing. What a sweet reunion she had with her husband, her mother and father, her son, and the many family and friends who had gone on before her as she entered Heaven's Gates. Juliette was...

Janice Lynn Richardson, age 72, passed away on March 12, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and compassion. Born on September 21, 1951, Janice was known for her gentle spirit and warm smile. A dedicated mother and volunteer, Janice spent her life nurturing her children, Jimmy C. Stapp, Jr., and Kimberly Denise Shoffner, with unwavering devotion. She found joy in her hobbies of knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, and puzzling using her skills to create beautiful works of art and comfort for others. Janice's generous heart extended beyond her family, as she selflessly volunteered at Athens Regional Hospital, where she knitted caps for patients and premature newborns, bringing warmth and...

Jim Whitton, 61, of Madison, Georgia, went to be with Jesus after a courageous battle with cancer while surrounded by his loving family on Friday evening, March 1, 2024. Jim was a loving father, grandfather, uncle, and friend. Jim lived his life dedicated to all he loved and never met a stranger. He was truly a friend to all. Jim enjoyed his life in Madison, committing many years of work at both Wellington and City Electric. Jim fondly shared memories of his time spent studying at the University of Georgia, he enjoyed traveling all over the country with the love of his life, Nancy, and he loved listening to music from the best decade, the 70s. Jim passionately cheered on the Georgia Bulldogs...

Ellis L. Johnson died at his beloved home outside Madison, Georgia, on Tuesday, February 20, 2024. He was born July 26, 1938, in Athens, Georgia, to Glenn Irvin and Edna Volberg Johnson and grew up on a farm outside Athens. He attended University Demonstration School, and graduated from Georgia Tech with a B.A. in Mathematics in 1960. He then studied at the University of California at Berkeley, receiving a Ph.D. in Operations Research in 1965. Dr. Johnson began his professional career teaching at Yale University, then joined the IBM Thomas J. Watson Research Center in Yorktown Heights. In 1993 he retired from IBM and moved to Atlanta where he held the Coca-Cola Chair Professorship at Georgia...

Ellis L. Johnson died at his beloved home outside Madison, Georgia, on Tuesday, February 20, 2024. He was born July 26, 1938, in Athens, Georgia, to Glenn Irvin and Edna Volberg Johnson and grew up on a farm outside Athens. He attended University Demonstration School, and graduated from Georgia Tech with a B.A. in Mathematics in 1960. He then studied at the University of California at Berkeley, receiving a Ph.D. in Operations Research in 1965. Dr. Johnson began his professional career teaching at Yale University, then joined the IBM Thomas J. Watson Research Center in Yorktown Heights. In 1993 he retired from IBM and moved to Atlanta where he held the Coca-Cola Chair Professorship at Georgia...

Ellis L. Johnson died at his beloved home outside Madison, Georgia, on Tuesday, February 20, 2024. He was born July 26, 1938, in Athens, Georgia, to Glenn Irvin and Edna Volberg Johnson and grew up on a farm outside Athens. He attended University Demonstration School, and graduated from Georgia Tech with a B.A. in Mathematics in 1960. He then studied at the University of California at Berkeley, receiving a Ph.D. in Operations Research in 1965. Dr. Johnson began his professional career teaching at Yale University, then joined the IBM Thomas J. Watson Research Center in Yorktown Heights. In 1993 he retired from IBM and moved to Atlanta where he held the Coca-Cola Chair Professorship at Georgia...

Jerrell Evans Sheppard, 87 of Madison, Georgia passed away February 17, 2024. Mr. Sheppard was born to Jerry Andrew and Janie Catherine Shepherd September 26, 1936 in McDuffie County, GA. At an early age, the family moved to Madison and he attended Morgan County schools where he was a proud member of the Beta Club. After graduating from Morgan County High School, he enlisted in the United States Air Force and served a tour of duty in Korea before he was honorably discharged because of his father's death. He was employed with the United States Post Office, later owned S&Y Heating and Air Conditioning with Charles Young and finally returned to the USPS until his retirement in 1999. He...

Anne Baldwin Satterfield, age 84, passed away on Sunday February 11, 2024 in Madison, Georgia. Anne was born in Madison, Georgia on March 23, 1939 to Elizabeth and Asbury Baldwin. She attended Morgan County High School and the University of Georgia, graduating in 1961 with a Degree in Education. She was a proud member of the Phi Mu Sorority. Anne met her husband at Camp Glisson and she and Jack Perry Satterfield wed on April 13th, 1963. Together they had three children, Steve, Sarah, and Julia. Anne worked as a high school and elementary school teacher, while also taking time off to raise her young children. Anne was a previous member of Columbia First United Methodist Church and Conyers...

Anita J. Stewart, age 89, passed away peacefully February 3, 2024, in Madison, Georgia. She was born May 1, 1934, in Sparta, Georgia to William T. Jackson and Audrey Jackson. Anita loved her family, church family and serving in the fellowship hall at Central Baptist Church on Wednesday evenings. She was one of a kind with the best laugh, she was always ready for a road trip, dinner out, playing cards, dancing, and shopping. She loved spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She was proceeded in death by her father William T. Jackson, her mother Audrey Jackson, her brother Carl Jackson, her sisters, Mary Adams and Dora Campbell and her great grandson Jayce...

James Ronald "Ronnie" Shatterly, 75 of Rutledge, passed away on January 23, 2024. Ronnie was a native of Morgan County. He was born to Gurney Rex Shatterly and Mattie Estelle Wilson Shatterly on March 9, 1948 in Madison. Ronnie joined the US Army after high school and served in Vietnam. Later, he began his career as a meat market manager and retired after 33 years of service to Doster's in Covington. He was married to Miriam Cofer and made their home in Rutledge where they raised two children. Ronnie enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was a generous man, always willing to help others. He was a humble man, never looking for attention. He loved Jesus and was a devoted member of Brownwood...

June Hornsby Gurr passed away peacefully January 9, 2024 at St. Mary's Hospital in Athen, GA. She was born May 8, 1939 to Nell Howard Hornsby and Eldridge Hornsby in Seminole County, Georgia. She married Billy Gurr December 27, 1959. They resided in Albany, Georgia until November 2018 when they moved to Madison to be near their sons. After Billy passed in February of 2021 she decided to move into The Madison Assisted Living in downtown Madison where she lived for the last two years and loved it. Mrs. Gurr was preceded in death by her parents. Her beloved Billy and her siblings Pat Hornsby Wurst, Amy Hornsby Studdard & Kenneth (Butch) Hornsby. She is survived by her two sons Doon...

Edwin R. Olson (Edd), 78, passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 7, 2024. Formerly of Madison, Mr. Olson resided in Lancing, TN. He was retired from Sunbeam Bread. He was born in Vaedoe, South Dakota on October 25, 1945. He is survived by his wife, Cheryl Olson and children, Tammy, Michael and Laura as well as step-children, Jamie, Cecilia, Christy and Crystal. Edd also leaves seventeen grandchildren. At Edd's request, no services will be held.

Bobby Joe Hawk, 84, of Madison, Ga. passed away on the evening of January 7, 2024. He was born February 7, 1939 to Robert Lee and Eva Clair Hawk. After graduating from Morgan County High School, Bobby worked as an officer for the City of Madison Police Department. In 1959, he started work for the Georgia State Patrol as a radio operator assigned to Headquarters Communications in Atlanta, Ga. He was promoted to Trooper on July 24, 1960 and worked his way up to Sergeant before retiring in December of 1991. After retirement, Bobby enjoyed operating his horse farm, Hawk Stables, and building his brand into producing some of the finest Quarter Horses. Bobby was preceded in death by his wife of...