The LaGrange Daily News

Rueben William Butts, age 89, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 9, 2023, with his family by his side. Rueben was born on October 27, 1933, to the late Byron and Fannie Gravett Butts. Rueben served his country in the United States Army and was honorably discharged. He was a true sports enthusiast, but he had a true passion for stock car racing and baseball. Reuben was a family man and dearly loved his children and grandchildren. Rueben is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Glenda Cammons Butts; children, Alan Butts, Keith Butts and his wife Kandie; grandchildren, Brett Butts Cammons, Bryan Butts, Colby Butts, Ansley Butts, Avery Butts, Hayes Johnson, Ava Johnson and great...

Leland "Lee" M. Miller, 91, of Lagrange, GA and formerly of Pensacola, FL died on Thursday, December 22, 2022 at the Florence Hand Home in Lagrange. He was born April 23, 1931 in Wooster to Emmett D. and Helen "Ruth" Livingston Miller. On April 21, 1955, he married Judith G. Moseley. They were married for over 59 years before Judith passed away. Lee served his country in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War and then as a Federal Special Agent for the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) for thirty years. Lee lived in Japan and the Philippines through his work with NCIS. He traveled extensively with his wife and two daughters while overseas. He experienced many adventures from...

Ralph Collins Fagan, age 94, passed away peacefully in the evening hours on Sunday, November 6, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on February 6, 1928, in East Point, GA to the late George B. Fagan and Gertrude Collins Fagan. Ralph is survived by his wife, who he affectionately called "T", Eugenia Theresa Fagan; children, Clay Fagan and his wife Merrie, Janice McLeroy, and Jeannie Little and her husband Chris. He is also survived by 8 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, 3 great-great-grandchildren, and many loving nieces and nephews. Ralph was a member of Elm City Lodge #544, Al Sihah Shriners, and Cascade Elks Lodge #1617 as an Exalted Ruler. The funeral service...

Mary Ellen passed away on October 30, 2022 after a protracted decline. She will be sadly missed by her family, friends and her treasured St. Simon's community. Mary Ellen is predeceased by her beloved husband John Hewlett Parkins III, her parents Thomas McRobert "Mac" Dailey, Mamie Alma "Poopsie" Dailey (nee; Payne) and her special feline companion Tony. Mary Ellen was born in Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada in 1935. The family moved to Buffalo, N.Y. for a short time before moving to Philadelphia, PA for her formative years. Mary Ellen graduated from Little Flower High School for Girls and was then employed at Wyeth Pharmaceuticals. After a career change she went on to enjoy three...

Sandra Davison, 84, of Kingsport, died Wednesday afternoon, September 28, 2022, at Holston Valley Medical Center Emergency Room. Born in Charlotte and raised in LaGrange, G.A., she was a graduate of LaGrange High School, attended Auburn University, and was a member of Delta Delta Delta Sorority. Sandra received her nursing degree from East Tennessee State University. She was a homemaker, member of Junior League of Kingsport, was active in tennis and golf, loved to travel, especially her time at the beach, and enjoyed playing bridge most of her life. Sandra was an active member of First Baptist Church for over 60 years, where she served as a Deacon. She was preceded in death by her parents,...

Ruth Sutton McBride was born to the late Annie Curtis Sutton and the late Jessie Sutton, Sr. in Savannah, Ga. on April 12, 1928. She died on March 3, 2022, at the age of 93 at her home in East Point, Ga. Ruth was a musical child who learned to play the piano and often played for school programs. After graduating from Beach High School in Savannah, she enrolled at Georgia State College in Savannah, now Savannah State University where she met Tom McBride, also a student. (His story was that she was "eyeing" him; her story was that she was minding her own business and that he was "eyeing" her.) Whatever the truth, they ended up together and were married June 21, 1949. Ruth graduated from...

Evans Funeral Home of Jefferson announces the death of Ms. Dorothy Eris Bryant Overton, age 89 of Homer, Georgia, formerly a resident of Jefferson for thirty four years, who entered rest Friday, February 25, 2022. Ms. Overton was born in LaGrange, Georgia a daughter of the late William Clifford Bryant and the late Cora Lee Williamson Bryant, was retired from AT & T and was a member of Unity Methodist Church in LaGrange. In addition to her parents, Ms. Overton is preceded by a son, Mack Clifford Overton, sister, Juanita Bryant Heath and two brothers, Jerry and Noel T. Bryant. Survivors include two daughters, Teresa Smith (Jim) of Homer, Rosalyn Gilgan (Dan) of White. Four...

David Albert Ott, 79, of Stacked Rock Road Landrum, SC passed on Monday, February 21, 2022 at Self Regional Healthcare in Greenwood, SC. He was born on November 9, 1942 in Hammond, LA. David was preceded in death by his wife, Linda Day Ott. He was the son of the late Vernise Eugene and Marjorie Tolle Ott. David completed his undergraduate studies at Southeastern Louisiana University in Hammond, LA and graduate studies at Clemson University in Clemson, SC where he earned his PHD in Mathmatics. He was listed in the Who's Who for Collegiate Honors, an Eagle Scout, and was also a founding member of the Beta Pi chapter of Theta Zi fraternity at Southeastern. David retired from Milliken and...

Augusta, GA - Transitioned into Heaven on Sunday, February 20, 2022, Edward Ronald "Ronny" Johnson, 74, loving husband of Joy Bass Johnson. Ronny was born in LaGrange, GA and has been a longtime resident of Augusta. He attended Auburn University before serving with the 1st Air Calvary Division in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He earned the bronze star medal while serving in the Army. Ronny worked for many years as a Wheels Specialist at Fleming Tire in Augusta before retiring from American Tire Distributors. He was a member of West Acres Baptist Church and sang in the choir. He enjoyed singing Elvis Gospel Music in church and for the individuals at Gracewood State School and...

Donna Beall Pate, 69, of Newnan, formerly of LaGrange, passed away Thursday, February 17, 2022 at Grady Memorial Hospital. She was born December 20, 1952 in LaGrange to the late Willie Alton Beall & Barbara Worley Beall. Donna grew up in Newnan and was a member of the Newnan High School Class of 1970. After high school, she attended West Georgia College. Donna worked for 34 years for the Troup County Board of Education in the payroll office. The memorial service is 2 p.m. Monday, February 21, 2022 in the chapel of McKoon Funeral Home with Dr. Doug McCart officiating. A private interment will occur at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Rather than flowers, memorial contributions may be made...

Maxine Quinn Teaster of LaGrange, Georgia, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2022 at West Georgia Hospice. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank W. Teaster. Maxine was born in Glendale, SC on December 16, 1933 to the late William and Alice Quinn. Maxine moved to LaGrange in 1969 with her husband and three daughters, working as a bookkeeper/secretary at LaGrange High School for many years before working and retiring from West Georgia Technical College. Maxine enjoyed playing Bridge and Mah Jongg with friends, and traveling. She was a member of St.Mark's Episcopal Church for 52 years. She is survived by her daughters, Susan Teaster of Atlanta, Jane Frazier (Tim) of Pine...

Jill Natalie Hardegree, 54, of LaGrange, GA passed away on February 7, 2022. Jill was born in Atlanta, GA to Jack and Charlsie Hardegree on Friday, October 13, 1967. Jill's height and athletic talents eclipsed that of the rest of her family as she excelled as a star basketball player at Arlington High School. She graduated from LaGrange College and served her community as a probation officer for 24 years until her retirement from the State of Georgia in 2020. Jill was preceded in death by her father, Jack, and is survived by her mother, Charlsie, sisters Jackie and Charleen (Ken), nieces Jennifer and Shelley (Brandon), nephews Judd (Carrie) and Matt (Jessica), and their children, who...

Barbara Beddingfield Magnan of Macon, Georgia, passed on January 24, 2022. Barbara was born December 18, 1933, in Woodland, Alabama. She was the daughter of Arthur and Kate Beddingfield of LaGrange, Georgia. She was married to Dr. Charles Graham Magnan, Jr. She was a graduate of LaGrange High School, Crawford Long Hospital School of Nursing, and Wesleyan College of Macon. She enjoyed travel, duplicate bridge, and University of Georgia Football. She is survived by her daughters, Cathie Magnan Power and Pattie Magnan Wheeler, and her grandchildren, Ben Wheeler, Grace Magnan Power and Andrew Wheeler. The family will celebrate her life in the spring at her beloved beach. In lieu of...

James (Don) Donovan King, 55, of Valdosta, GA, passed away on Tuesday, January 18, 2022. James was born on April 14, 1966 in Buford, GA to James Walter and Martha Croll King. He loved camping, the outdoors, and his family. He also enjoyed antiquing with his loving wife of 34 years, Kimberly. He is survived by his wife Kimberly King, of Valdosta, GA; his sons & daughters-in-law Donovan & Kaylee King, of Boston, MA, and Jacob & Bailey King, of Winchester, TN; his daughter, Rowan King, of Athens, GA; his grandson, Liam King, of Boston, MA; his mother, Martha King, of Valdosta, GA; and his sister and brother-in-law, Kara & Loren Bunte, of Valdosta, GA. He is preceded in death by...

Marion David Musgrove Beloved husband, cherished dad, and adored "Pawpaw," David Musgrove, 89, passed from death to life on December 18, 2021. Born in Brilliant, Alabama on June 24, 1932, David was the son of the late Elmer and Lillie (Collins) Musgrove. After graduating from Winfield High School, he enlisted in the US Navy and served in the Korean War. Afterward, he spent most of his career working in aircraft maintenance for Delta Airlines. Faith and family came first for David. These defining characteristics had a great impact on others. He was known for his joyful spirit and desire to help people. When he was not working or serving at his church, he enjoyed the outdoors. He loved...

A true Southern gentleman, straight-talker, and honorable man, Charles (Charlie) Madison Geer, Jr., 94, died peacefully on August 26, 2021 at his home in Lumberton, NC. He was born on December 26, 1926 in Gastonia, NC to Charles Madison and Alice Louise Evans Geer. Charlie grew up in LaGrange, GA but enjoyed frequent trips to Shuqualak, MS to visit his extended family and ride his beloved pony Cricket. He graduated from LaGrange High School in 1941 at age 15 then attended The Citadel in Charleston, SC for two years. In December 1943, at age 17, Charlie joined the Naval Air Corps and served for two and a half years in World War II. His flight time was on a TBM Navy torpedo bomber where he...

Mrs. Ansley Elizabeth Cox, age 42, of Roswell, Georgia, passed away, Saturday, July 31, 2021. Ansley was born on February 2, 1979 in Atlanta, Georgia, the daughter of Joff and Lynda Brock and sister of Tyler Brock. Ansley grew up with her family in LaGrange, GA, where, in 1996, she met the love of her life, John Douglas Cox, Jr. They were high school sweethearts and were united in matrimony on July 26, 2003. This union was blessed with two loving sons, Charlie and Perry. Ansley and John loved each other deeply and shared many precious memories and adventures together, from high school, through college and throughout their married lives. Ansley had a special ability to connect with people...

Mr. William Thomas "Bill" Stroud, 81, of Aiken, SC and a former longtime resident of Jackson, SC, husband of the late Doris Nixon Stroud, entered into rest in the comfort of his home on Sunday, April 11, 2021. Born in Chattanooga, TN, he was a son of the late William Thomas, Sr. and Frances Thielen Stroud. He proudly and with honor served his country in the United States Army. Bill retired from the IBEW Local Union #728. Bill had a passion for spreading the Gospel. He also enjoyed volunteering at Christ Central Ministries, going to Beekeepers meetings and a round of golf. In addition to his wife and parents, family members include his children and their spouses, Mark Stroud, LaGrange,...

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...

Lynda Sue Byrd Young, age 75, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 26, 2021 at Piedmont Newnan Hospital surrounded by the love of her daughters. She was born on February 25, 1946 in LaGrange, GA to the late Willie John Byrd and Frances Moore Byrd. She graduated from Decatur High School in 1964. Lynda spent many years as a homemaker, taking care of her daughters by volunteering as a Girl Scout Leader & Cookie Mom, Room Mom, Field Trip Chaperone and anywhere else she was needed. Later in life, she managed the Fashion Care Dry Cleaners in Peachtree City for a number of years. Most of all she enjoyed spending time with family and supporting her granddaughters in all of their...

In Loving Memory Kay Francis Peterman 2/26/1942 - 2/19/2021 Kay Francis Peterman, 78, of Zephyrhills, Florida, went to be with her Savior on Friday, February 19, 2021, after her long battle with Alzheimer's and dementia. Born February 26, 1942, in Goshen, Indiana, she was the daughter of Weldon and Kathleen Alleshouse. Kay is survived by her husband of 55 years, Kenneth Wade Peterman; one daughter, Lisa Mishler; three grandchildren: Megan Wheeler, Jeremy Mishler, and Michael Mishler; and two great-grandchildren: Bryleigh Wheeler and Brielle Wheeler. Also surviving are her sisters: Sandra Schrock, Nancy Clemens, and Linda Breniser; and brother Dan Alleshouse. Arrangements by Hodges...