Frances Mary Weaver, age 69, of Jonesboro, passed away on Wednesday, July 21, 2021. She was born in Savannah, Georgia to the late Walter M. Owens and Patricia Owens. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Jimmy Owens. Fran is survived by her husband, David Weaver; children, William M. (Kristen) Weaver, Mary Beth (Benjamin) Yu; siblings, Patricia Coats, Betty Ann Laricy, Kathy Owens; grandchildren, Alex, Jacob, Jordan, and Katie Yu. Those who wish may sign the online guest registry at www.cannonclevelandfunerals.com. Cannon Cleveland Funeral Directors, 770-914-1414.

Thomas Franklin Francis, age 87, of Stockbridge, died on Monday, July 19, 2021. He was born in his home in Buckhanon, West Virginia, the first son of the late Harry and Frances Virginia Francis. His birth was followed by the birth of a brother, Jim, and a sister, Carolyn. His family moved to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania where he graduated from Shaler High School. He worked for Thorofare grocery store and later enlisted in the United States Army. He was a tank mechanic stationed in Korea after the war. He served two years and received the rank of corporal. In 1956 he met and married the love of his life, Carolyn Gerard. They welcomed their first child, Lynette, in 1957. Tom attended Pittsburgh...

Ardis Ramona Chase, age 84, of Locust Grove, died on Wednesday, July 14, 2021. She was born in Atlanta, Georgia to the late Harold Eugene Foreman and Roma Jane Foreman. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brothers, Howard E. Foreman and Donnie Foreman; and daughter, Kristin Kaye Chase Anderson. Ardy is survived by her husband of 66 years, Tim Chase; children, Tim (Kella Jean) Chase, Cindy (J. L.) Alvarenga, Julie Chase, Kari (Mark) Anderson; 15 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and loves. Funeral Services will be held at 1:30 pm on Sunday, July 18, 2021 at Cannon Cleveland Funeral Directors. Interment will follow at Locust Grove City...

Mary Howard Robertson "Aunt May", age 77, of McDonough, died on Monday, July 5, 2021. She was born in Lafayette, Georgia to the late James Clyde Robertson and Mary Howard Robertson. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her sister, Jane Willis. Ms. Robertson is survived by her brother- in-law, Bob Willis Sr.; nephews, Bobby (Julia) Willis, Jimmy (Christy) Willis; grand nieces and nephews, Hallie Elizabeth Willis, Jay Willis, and Mary Catherine Willis. Mary is a retired Henry County Librarian and enjoyed painting and genealogy. She was an avid sports fan, and was well read and knowledgeable on many subjects, and was an "Assoc-Eight" of the...

Ruth (Kelley) Theodocion, 79, a native of Rhea County, Tennessee, entered Heaven on Friday, June 25, 2021. She was born April 21, 1942, at home on the family farm to the Rev. Charles and Leola (Jones) Kelley. After graduating from Spring City High School in 1959, she enrolled at Tennessee Tech University. She was an active member of the Baptist Student Union where she played piano for nightly vespers, and in 1961, the Tennessee Baptist Convention selected her to serve as a summer missionary in Cincinnati, Ohio. At Tennessee Tech, she served as a student body officer and was selected to represent the university in the 1963 edition of Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and...

Ruth (Kelley) Theodocion, 79, of McDonough, entered Heaven on Friday, June 25, 2021. She was born April 21, 1942, in Rhea County, Tennessee, to the Rev. Charles and Leola (Jones) Kelley. After graduating from Spring City High School in 1959, Ruth enrolled at Tennessee Tech University. She was an active member of the Baptist Student Union where she played piano for nightly vespers, and in 1961, the Tennessee Baptist Convention selected her to serve as a summer missionary in Cincinnati, Ohio. At Tennessee Tech, Ruth served as a student body officer and was selected to represent the university in the 1963 edition of Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges. She earned a...

David Michael Yarbrough, age 33, of Locust Grove, died on Tuesday, June 8, 2021. He was born in Riverdale, Georgia to Richard Bascom Yarbrough and Angela Thuotte Echols. David is survived by his father, Rick (Michelle) Yarbrough; mother, Angela Thuotte; siblings, Lauren Yarbrough, Jacob Thuotte, Shelby Yarbrough, Dalton Thuotte, Zane Thuotte, and Tristen Yarbrough; grandparents, Richard and Johnnie Yarbrough and Geraldine Echols. Memorial Services will be held at 3:00 pm on Saturday, June 12, 2021 at Cannon Cleveland Funeral Directors. The family will receive friends Saturday, June 12th, 2021 from 1:00 pm until 3:00 pm at the funeral home. Those who wish may sign the online guest registry...

James Troy "JT" Chafin IV, age 40, of McDonough, died on Monday, June 7, 2021. He was born in Gainesville, Florida to James Troy Chafin III and Sally Turner Chafin on October 23rd, 1980. JT was an eighth generation Henry County resident growing up in Kelleytown, camping on the farm, active in the McDonough First United Methodist Church, playing sports, Cub and Boy Scouts and in the family's furniture store on the Square in McDonough. In his too short life JT had many varied experiences and successes. In 1999 he graduated from Woodward Academy with Honors, excelling in theater and chorus. He attended St. Johns College in Annapolis, Maryland where the curriculum is reading and discussing the...

Richard M (Dick) Gecoma was born July 18, 1929 in the coal mining community of Francis, PA to the late George and Victoria Gecoma. He is survived by his wife Betty L. Gecoma and their five children Vicky Lynn (George) Fenton, Fredericksburg, VA; Janice Kay (Dave) Hudgins, Athens, GA; Deborah Lee (Scot) Fuller, Watkinsville, GA; Amy Lee (Kenny) Wilkerson, McDonough, GA; Richard W. (Lantha) Gecoma, Molino, FL; 10 grandchildren; one great grandchild; brother, Robert J. (Carol) Gecoma, Montgomery Village, MD; nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother James R. Gecoma. He served over 22 years in the U.S. Army and rose from the rank of Private...

Dorothy Kitchens Rivers, age 97, of Stockbridge, passed away on Thursday, June 3, 2021. She was born in Porterdale, Georgia to the late Rastus Kitchens and Ethel Kitchens. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Elwood Rivers; sisters, Mary Mason, and Frances Childers. She worked for many years as a Dental Assistant for Dr. Elliott Fogle. Dot was a member of First Baptist Church of Stockbridge. The family wishes to express their sincere appreciation for the care provided by the staff at Benton House of Stockbridge. Mrs. Rivers is survived by her son, Tony Rivers and niece, Vicki Rowe. Funeral Services will be held at 12:00 pm on Monday, June 7, 2021 at...

Helen Louise Ivie, age 91, of Stockbridge, went to be with the Lord on Monday, May 24, 2021. She was born in Thomaston, Georgia to the late Clayton Guy Dover and Winnie Lee Dover. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her siblings, Mildred Dover Tingle, Jean Dover Ponder, Jack Laney Dover, Wayne Lee Dover, and Brenda Dover Schofill; and great-grandson, Peyton Michael Hays. William and Helen were married in Thomaston on March 18, 1955. Mrs. Ivie is survived by her husband of 66 years, William Claude Ivie; children, Stacey (Harlo) Hays, Stephanie (Nolan) Hyde, William C (Tammy) Ivie Jr.; 11 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; sisters, Audrey Dover Blackmon, Sandra Dover...

Lee Howard Powell, a longtime resident of Rockdale County, and a 1981 graduate of Rockdale High School, suddenly passed on, Sunday, May 23, 2021. He was born in Mobile, Alabama on February 21, 1962, to the late Howard and Peggy Powell. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded by his younger brother, Thomas Powell and sadly by his life partner, Karen McClure. Mr. Powell is survived by his loving sister, Patty Treadwell; nieces; cousin and close friend, Franklin Holmes; as well as other cousins; great nieces; and a great-great-nephew. Lee was a member of the Rockdale State Wrestling team in 1981 and was also a 2nd degree black belt in Judo, where he won the Junior Olympics in his...

Clydena June Haire "Dena", age 80, of Locust Grove, died on Monday, May 17, 2021. She was born in Lunsford, Arkansas to the late Clyde D. Jacobs and Lorena Jacobs. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband William Hayes Haire; and sister, Jean Fort. Mrs. Haire is survived by her daughter, Lisa Dawn (Bobby) Stansell; son, Michael William (Stephanie) Haire; grandchildren, Conner and Chandler Stansell, Austin and Danielle Haire; and siblings, Wayne Jacobs, Roger Jacobs, Gail Arnold, Terry Neely, Barbara Farriester, Ronnie Jacobs, and Donnie Jacobs. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, May 21st, 2021 at Cannon Cleveland Funeral Directors. Interment...

James Ralph Easterwood, Sr., age 85, of McDonough, died on Wednesday, April 14, 2021. He was born in Atlanta, Georgia and adopted by the late John and Mary Easterwood. Brother Ralph was the Associate Pastor for 16 years, Senior Pastor for 26 years, and Pastor Emeritus for 10 1/2 years at Glen Haven Baptist Church. Brother Ralph and his wife Gwen enjoyed visiting churches and missionaries all over the world. During these visits he was able to encourage pastors and their congregations. As Chaplain with the Henry County Police department, he made 470 ride-a-longs with police officers. Pastor Easterwood is survived by his spouse; Gwendolyn Garrison Easterwood of McDonough GA; children,...

William "Bill" Charles Rieckmann, age 71, of Norcross, GA, passed away on Wednesday, March 31, 2021. He was born on October 4th, 1949 in New London, WI to Harold and Phyllis (Kloehn) Rieckmann. He was a devoted father, brother and friend. He worked at Papa Johns in Lilburn, GA for over 17 years. Bill most enjoyed spending time with family and friends, fishing and golfing. He is survived by his daughter, Elizabeth and ex-wife, Linda Rieckmann, Stockbridge, GA; brothers: Robert (Chris) Rieckmann, New London, WI; James (Ann) Rieckmann, New London, WI; Richard (Shari Lennon) Rieckmann, New London, WI; uncles: Herbert (Kathy) Rieckmann, Fremont, WI; Richard (Sandy) Kloehn, Appleton, WI; Kendall...

William Harold Hayes, Jr. age 80, of McDonough, died, Monday, March 29, 2021. He was born in Rome, Georgia to the late William Harold Hayes, Sr. and Martha Marie Hayes. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by sister, Ruby. Mr. Hayes is survived by his wife of 57 years, Linda Frances Hayes; son, Stan (Wendy) Hayes; daughters, Stacey Hayes, and Stephanie (Steven) Taylor; grandchildren, Mandy, Stephen, and Kendal; step-grandson, Kevin; great-grandchildren, Charlotte, Kori, Gabe, Shelby, Shiloe, and Grayson; and sisters, Sandra and Martha. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 pm on Friday, April 2, 2021 at Cannon Cleveland Funeral Directors with David O'Steen officiating....

James Terry Smith, age 50, of Locust Grove, died on Monday, March 22, 2021. He was born in Rockmart, Georgia to Glenda Ball Smith and the late Harvey Ray Smith. In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by additional family. James was one of the co-founders and a member of The Georgia 501st, TK271. He loved his trucking family, his dogs, and his collections. He spent time in Germany after college and was a known foodie. He enjoyed gem mining and attending festivals, especially Dragon Con. James is survived by his mother, Glenda Ball Smith; brother, Tyler Smith; aunts, cousins and extended family. The family will receive friends Saturday, April 10th, 2021 from 10:00 am until...

Randall "Randy" Pressley, age 67, of McDonough, passed away Friday, March 19, 2021. He was born in LaGrange, Georgia to the late Homer Pressley and Juanita Pacia Pressley. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by wife, Kimberly Pressley; daughter Christy L. Riddle; and grandson Jeffery Goodman and 4 siblings. Mr. Pressley is survived by his son, Rusty (Tracie) Pressley; daughters, Jennifer (Frank) Goodman and Jamie (Crystal) Presswell; 4 siblings; 16 grandchildren; and 4 great grandchildren. Randy was born in LaGrange GA on December 27th, 1953. He was a brother to 8 siblings which he loved dearly. He loved to cook, watch Georgia Football and was a musician that loved all...

Mr. Ronald (Ronnie) Horace Barnes, 68, of Stockbridge Georgia went home to be with the Lord in the early morning of February 24, 2021 after a lengthy battle with heart and renal disease. Ronnie was born in Decatur, Georgia on September 19, 1952. He was the third child of the late Horace and Elizabeth Barnes. He enjoyed all the activities of growing up in a neighborhood of friends who could play outside from early morning to late night and never grow tired of adventuring together. He worked at Colonial Stores during high school and saved enough money to buy his first car. Ronnie graduated from Columbia High School and later from DeKalb Technical College (now Georgia Piedmont Technical...

Milton "Keith" Starr, Dept. Chief HCFD (ret.), devoted father, husband and brother, slipped quietly into eternal rest on February 20, 2021. He was able to have his wife and son by his side. Keith was born on November 2, 1955, in Griffin GA to Harris and Joyce (Rodgers) Starr. He graduated from Griffin High School in 1974 prior to joining the Fire Department in 1976. After 29 years of serving in many different capacities, his last and most enjoyable title was that of Deputy Chief, where he could be hands on, and have direct influence over, the EMS department which was his passion. He served in that capacity for 15 years before his retirement. After retirement, he served as a supervisor for...

Bobby Jean Beasley, "also known as Mrs. B" was born on December 13, 1934 in Hartsville, SC to the late Creighton and Kate Beasley. In addition to her parents, she is the sister of the late Dather Beasley and the late Sara Beth Beasley. After graduating from Hartsville High School, Bobby went to nursing school. In the late 1950's she moved here to the Metro Atlanta area. Where she met the love of her life, Charles Everett Sweat Sr. On December 13th, 1960 Charley and Bobby Jeanne Beasley had their 1st date and they been forever together. They married on March 6, 1960. Charley and Bobby had 3 children, Katy Elizabeth, Charles Everett Jr. and the late Austin Ward. They have some 6 grandchildren...