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TERRI DIANE TILLMAN - September 26, 1959 - April 15, 2024

Departed: 04/15/2024 (Tallassee)

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Terri Diane Tillman, age 64, of Woodstock, GA, passed away unexpectedly on April 15, 2024. Terri was born September 26, 1959, in Atlanta, GA, but lived all over the country growing up, including New York, Chicago, Boston and Albany, Georgia.

Terri worked for the CDC as a Business Support Specialist in their Global Travel Office. She was instrumental in coordinating the international response to the Covid outbreak and in 2022 received the Center For Global Health “Unsung Hero” Award for her pivotal role on the CDC Covid International Response Team. Terri loved her job and truly felt she was making a difference in the world.

Terri was a woman of strong faith and taught Sunday school for many years as a member of Hillside Global Methodist Church. She was proud to see so many of the young girls she taught grow up in the church to become bright lights for Jesus out in the world. She was heavily involved in many women’s small group Bible studies as an active member of Hillside.

Terri was friendly and kind and enjoyed spending time with friends and family. She loved to travel and saw much of the world in her role with various travel agencies. She enjoyed listening to live music, reading and was an avid Auburn Tigers fan.

She was preceded in death by her father, Charles Edward Weldon. Terri is survived by her children, Emily and Joey Tillman, who she loved more than anything in the world. Also surviving are her mother, Betty Jean Weldon; her sisters, Debbie Wagner and Alison Fogerty; her aunt, Barbara Wallace and her uncles, Steve Wallace and James Earl Wallace.

A visitation for Terri will be held Thursday, April 18, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Woodstock Funeral Home, Inc., 8855 Main Street, Woodstock, GA 30188. A funeral service will occur Friday, April 19, 2024 from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM at Hillside Church, 4474 Towne Lake Pkwy, Woodstock, GA 30189.

Graveside Service will be Monday, April 22, 2024 at 1:00PM at Rose Hill Cemetery with Mike McElroy officiating. Jeffcoat Funeral Home directing.

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DIXIE DARLENE OLIVER - October 29, 1959 - April 13, 2024

Departed: 04/13/2024 (Tallassee)

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Dixie Darlene Oliver, a resident of Eclectic, Alabama, passed away Saturday, April 13, 2024, at the age of 64. She was born October 29, 1959, in Evansville, Indiana to James Edmond, Sr. and Freda Crisswell Oliver.

Dixie is survived by her husband, Mike Mims; brother, James E. “Jim” Oliver, Jr. (Bobbi); sister, Theresa Susan “Sue” Oliver Giammatteo (Michael); nephew, James E. Oliver III (April); great-nephew, Noah Oliver; great-niece, Addyson Oliver and several other nieces, nephews and cousins.

She is preceded in death by her parents, James and Freda Oliver and her brother, Ron Oliver.

Dixie enjoyed all things crafty, especially painting.

There will be a Celebration of Life at a later date.

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JINNIE BLENDA CHAPMAN - September 15, 1969 - April 07, 2024

Departed: 04/07/2024 (Tallassee)

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Jinnie Blenda Chapman, a resident of Wetumpka, Alabama, passed away Sunday, April 7, 2024 at the age of 54. She was born September 15, 1969, in Columbus, Ohio, to Ralph and Thelma Stohl Chapman.

Jinnie is survived by her husband, James Vess; son, Grandville “G.W.” Chapman; sisters, Roxanne Smith (Brett), Mary White, Ellen Fife, Charlotte Clark, Sondra Adams and Marie Kemle and special friend, Renee Ward.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Thelma Chapman; daughter, Bianca Jay Chapman-Burton and sisters, Korean Fay Chapman and Therese Irene Donahue.

There will be a Celebration of Life at a later date.

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JOAN "CAROLYN" BAKER JOHNSON - August 06, 1931 - April 03, 2024

Departed: 04/03/2024 (Tallassee)

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Joan “Carolyn” Baker Johnson, 92, a resident of Heartis memory care in Suwanee, GA, entered eternal rest on Wednesday, April 3, 2024. She was the loving wife of the late Charles Rex Johnson, having lived most of their lives in Birmingham, AL, and moving to Lawrenceville, GA in the early 2000’s to be closer to their children and families. Graveside service will be held on Monday, April 8th, at 11 AM CST, at Elam Baptist Church Cemetery in Tallassee, Alabama, with Scott Barber of Ennoble Care Hospice officiating, Jeffcoat Funeral Home directing.

Carolyn is preceded in death by her parents, Versul and Essie Mae Tankersley Baker; her sister, Mazel June Baker Ballentine; and brother, John Donald Baker. Carolyn is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Greg and Patty McGhee Johnson of Jasper, GA, and her daughter and son-in-law, Jill and Chris Reinold of Suwanee, GA. Also surviving her are her brother and sister-in-law, Ken and Emily Baker; and her sister-in-law, Virginia Baker. Carolyn relished in the lives of her grandsons, Nathan Johnson (wife, Katie), Kyle Johnson, Jackson Reinold (fiancé, Jasmine Rahaman), Jon Patrick Reinold (fiancé, Alina Marosek), and Max Reinold. She cherished her two great-grandchildren, Jade Johnson, and Wyatt Johnson, and loved hearing all about their adventures. Her nieces and nephews were so special to her – the late Lisa Ballentine; Brad Baker (daughter, Summer); Scott Baker (wife, Janet); and Mike Baker (wife, Anna, and daughters, Lauren and Lindsey); Brandon Baker (wife, Jennifer, and children, Blake, Abby and Jonathan); Leigh Ann Baker Shropshire (husband, Jason, and children, Stephen, Daniel, and Nathan), Martha Johnson Whitt, Libby Johnson, Mark Whitt (wife, Sherri, daughter, Savannah (Nathan Skinner), and step sons, Jeremy and Anthony Poole. Also going before Carolyn in death were beloved brothers-and-sisters-in-law: Billy Ballentine; Frank and Laila Johnson; Byrle and A.M. Daugherty; James and Fern Johnson; and Joe and Mary Johnson. Carolyn was a wonderful homemaker, and at times, a career woman. She worked as secretary for several different establishments, including Doctor Frank Higgins, M.D.; Alabama Lions Sight Conservation Association; The City of Birmingham Police Department Identification Bureau; The Alabama Dairy Products Association; and later, UAB's Ophthalmology Consult Unit, where she enjoyed “spoiling” the resident M.D.s and renovating the patient waiting area. She was an avid reader, and a lover of music and poetry. Carolyn was also artistic and always had a new craft to make and give (“dream catchers,” glitter ties, custom earrings, and gift baskets). She loved flowers and arranging them, being in the garden club, and piddling in her yard. And she was a particularly good cook!

Carolyn Johnson lived a life of generosity, laughter, creativity, and style! She profoundly touched those she encountered, doling out thoughtful surprises, encouraging notes, and sharing her time and talents. Carolyn added exponential fun to every get-together and threw some great parties! Wherever they lived, Carolyn and Rex forged close relationships with neighbors, church friends, and co-workers, and later bonded with their wonderful caregivers and healthcare providers, ALL to whom our family owes a great debt of gratitude.

Carolyn grew up in Reeltown Baptist church, and later, she and Rex were members of Raleigh Avenue Baptist Church, in Homewood, AL, then Shades Mountain Baptist Church in Birmingham. Central to her life was her strong faith in Christ and witness of His presence and guidance in her life to whomever He placed in her path. The Alabama Lions Sight Conservation Association was near and dear to Carolyn’s heart. In addition to working there, she also experienced macular degeneration and severe vision loss. Memorial contributions to this cause may be made using this link: https://alabamalionssight.org/online_donation.aspx

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THOMAS HENRY ALDRIDGE - February 05, 1950 - March 25, 2024

Departed: 03/25/2024 (Tallassee)

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Mr. Thomas Henry Aldridge, a resident of Eclectic, Alabama, passed away Monday, March 25, 2024, at the age of 70. He was born February 5, 1954, in Broward County, Florida, to Hester Lee and Tessie Abrams Aldridge.

Mr. Aldridge is survived by his wife of 48 years, Alma Jean Leonard, his daughter, Angela Aldridge and his sons, Bernard Russell (Monica), Melvin Leonard (Tiffany) and Thomas Leonard; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Hester L. and Tessie A. Aldridge; his brothers, John Aldridge and Ronnie Aldridge and his sister, Linda Sides.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

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MARY CARROLL TAYLOR PAYNE - May 16, 1946 - March 23, 2024

Departed: 03/23/2024 (Tallassee)

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Mrs. Mary Carroll Taylor Payne, a resident of Tallassee, Alabama, passed away Saturday, March 23, 2024, at the age of 77. She was born May 16, 1946, in Birmingham, Alabama, to Carroll D. and Clara Dowda Taylor.

Mrs. Payne is survived by her son, Russell Payne; grandchildren, Avery Payne (Courtney), Camden Payne, Annie Payne and Neely Payne; sisters-in-law, Faye Taylor and Julia Norton (Earl); niece, Cindy Entrekin; nephews, Bo Taylor, Daniel Norton and Tony Norton.

She is preceded in death by her husband of fifty - three years, Mayor Robert “Bobby” Payne; her son, Will Payne; her parents, Buddy and Clara Taylor and her brother, Bill Taylor.

Mrs. Payne retired from Tallassee City Schools after teaching for twenty – six years. She later retired from teaching in Columbus, Georgia, after thirteen years. She immensely enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren.

Graveside services will be Thursday, March 28, 2024, at 11:00AM at Rose Hill Cemetery with Rev. Jay Woodall officiating.

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JOHN HESTER ALDRIDGE - July 08, 1944 - March 18, 2024

Departed: 03/18/2024 (Tallassee)

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Mr. John Hester Aldridge, a resident of Tallassee, Alabama, died Monday, March 18, 2024 at the age of 79. He was born July 8, 1944, in East Tallassee, Alabama to Hester Lee and Teessa Abrams Aldridge.

He is survived by his brother, Henry Aldridge, special friend, Paresh Patel and other family and friends.

There are no services planned at this time.

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JOHN T "JOHNNY" KIRBY - August 08, 1944 - March 15, 2024

Departed: 03/15/2024 (Tallassee)

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Mr. John T. “Johnny” Kirby, a resident of Tallassee/Lake Martin for many, many years (currently Slidell, LA) went to be with our Lord on Friday, March 15, 2024, at the age of 79. He was born August 8, 1944, in Tallassee, Alabama, to Earle and Lois Lanier Kirby.

Johnny is survived by his best friend and wife for over 30 years, June Morein Kirby; daughters, Paige Templet (Kenny Scully), Beverly Allred (Ron) and Anna Cureton; step-daughter, Kim Fowler (Gary); step-son, Vincent H. Fontenot, Jr. (Dreu); granddaughters, Kristen Mitchell, Linsey Templet, Lana Sue Harwick, Emma Rose Cureton and three great grandsons, Gauge, Maverick and Rogue Mitchell; step-granddaughters, Lauren Lee DeLuca and Caroline Renée Fontenot, step-grandsons, Devin DeLuca (Terry), Henry J. Fontenot, Ian Daniel Fontenot and Russell Joseph Fontenot; two great step-grandchildren, Claire and Lee DeLuca and many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Johnny is preceded in death by his first wife, Sue Ledbetter Kirby; parents, Earle and Lois Lanier Kirby and sister, Ginger Earle Haggard.

Johnny worked for his dad at the tv/radio store in downtown Tallassee, for General Electric Credit Corporation in Montgomery, Alabama, Lafayette LA and Metairie, LA. He lived in Slidell, LA For 14 years and moved back to Tallassee when Sue became ill. He worked at the Bank of Tallassee for many years as Senior Vice President, was a member of the Civitan Club and served eight years on the City Council as well as teaching Junior Achievement at Tallassee High School.

After he retired, he would visit the nursing home with our lil’ Schnauzer, which brought smiles to the residents’ faces. He loved his classmates (and all people really.) He had a very loving heart- loved his pets, Lake Martin, God and really loved his Auburn Tigers. The family will receive friends Saturday, April 6, 2024, from 1:00PM until service time at 2:00PM at Jeffcoat Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Jay Woodall officiating. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery, Tallassee, Alabama,

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PAULA J KAUFMANN - June 27, 1951 - March 13, 2024

Departed: 03/13/2024 (Tallassee)

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Paula J. Kaufmann, a resident of Tallassee, died March 13, 2024. She loved no place in this world more than her kitchen, and that is where she passed peacefully while surrounded by her children.

She leaves behind her two children, Virginia A. Gallander (Jack) and Matthew J. Driza, her granddaughters Anna, Eva and Madeleine Gallander, her sister, Marla Battles (Tom) and her beloved dog, Vinny.

The family would like to thank Amedisys Hospice of Montgomery for their invaluable support during her illness. They would also like to thank Urban Tails of Tallassee for always being there to take care of Vinny.

We ask you to please honor her by being of service to others. Instead of flowers, please make a donation to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Instead of casseroles, please make a donation to your local food bank. Most importantly, sit down and drink a cup of coffee in her honor and remember her as often as you can.

There will be a Celebration of Life service at a later date.

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JOE MERVIN OWENS - April 04, 1935 - March 09, 2024

Departed: 03/09/2024 (Tallassee)

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Mr. Joe M. Owens, a resident of Tallassee, Alabama, passed away Saturday, March 09, 2024, at the age of 88. He was born April 4, 1935, in Crenshaw County, Alabama to S. E. and Katie Fuller Owens.

Mr. Owens is survived by his sons, Allan Owens (Barbara) and Joe Owens (Carolyn); three sisters, Betty Jean McClure, Annette Huett (Jimmy) and Carolyn Wheeler (David); PawPaw’s grandchildren, A. J. Owens (Ashley), James Owens (Katey), Ashley Page (Chris), Brad Owens (Morgan), Tracy Klein (Mark) and Amy Nichols (Barry); eleven great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Mrs. Edna Owens; his parents, S. E. and Katie Owens and his daughter, Brenda Walters.

Mr. Owens was a Veteran of the United States Navy. He retired from Mount Vernon Mills in Tallassee, Alabama, after many years of service. He also enjoyed antique shopping, traveling and coon hunting.

The family will receive friends Wednesday, March 13, 2024, from 11:00AM until 12:00Noon at Jeffcoat Funeral Home. Graveside services will follow at 1:00PM at Rose Hill Cemetery, Tallassee, Alabama, with Rev. John Sparks officiating.

Online condolences are available at: www.jeffcoatfuneralhome.com.

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JAMES HOWARD WINFIELD - February 15, 1935 - March 04, 2024

Departed: 03/04/2024 (Tallassee)

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Mr. James Howard Winfield, a resident of Tallassee, Alabama, passed away Monday, March 4, 2024, at the age of 89. He was born February 15, 1935, in Elmore County, Alabama to Charlie and Lessie I. Winfield.

Mr. Winfield is survived by his daughter, Alicia Hornsby (Mark); granddaughter, Sarah Hornsby (Brandon Peacock); great granddaughter, Aria Haynie; brother-in-law, Jimmy Cooper; sister-in-law, Ruth Winfield; several nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his wife of sixty years, Mrs. Alice Winfield; parents, Charlie and Lessie Winfield; four sisters, Addie Loyce Norrell (Wendell), Annie Merle Mooney (Junior), Willodean Cooper and Imogene Winfield and brother, Herman Winfield.

He was a veteran of the United States Air Force. He was an avid coon hunter and also raised many coon dogs.

The family will receive friends Friday, March 8, 2024 from 12:00 Noon until 1:00PM at Jeffcoat Funeral Home. Graveside services will be at 2:00 PM from Rose Hill Cemetery with Rev. Ron Estes officiating.

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ROBERT R. "BOB" MAHONEY - August 04, 1941 - March 03, 2024

Departed: 03/03/2024 (Tallassee)

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Mr. Robert R. “Bob” Mahoney, a resident of Wetumpka, Alabama, passed away Sunday, March 3, 2024, at the age of 82. He was born August 4, 1941, in Caribou, Maine to Ronald S. and Dorothy R. Mahoney.

Mr. Mahoney is survived by his wife of 63 years, Mrs. Joan E. Mahoney; children, Donna Jean Camp (Robert Wayne) and Mark Allen Mahoney (Rebecca Ann); sister, Margaret Catherine Wilson and Grampy’s grandchildren, April-Marie Powell (James Brian), Jeremy Miller (Carrie), Joshua Ryan Miller and Jenee‘ Paige Mahoney; thirteen great-grandchildren and five great-great grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Ron and Dot Mahoney; son, Michael Patrick Mahoney and his grandson, Joshua Wayne Camp.

Mr. Mahoney retired from the United States Air Force after 26 years of service. He was the Senior Systems Analyst for Caci, Inc. in Montgomery, Alabama for several years. He also was the Logistics Specialist for Lockheed located in Lompac, California and while serving as Quality Assurance Manager for all of the Eastern U.S. with Ogden, Inc., he was awarded Employee of the Year.

There are no services planned at this time.

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J. W. NELSON - April 06, 1939 - February 21, 2024

Departed: 02/21/2024 (Tallassee)

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Mr. J. W. Nelson, a resident of Dadeville, Alabama, died peacefully Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at the age of 84. He was born April 6, 1939 in Tallapoosa County, Alabama to Rufus and Clara Bell Collum Nelson.

Mr. Nelson is survived by his children, Teresa Pitchford and Mitch Nelson; one sister, Frances Johns; brothers, Billy Wayne Nelson (Rhonda) and Cary Nelson (Myra); twelve grandchildren; twenty-four great grandchildren and son-in-law, Barry Cullars.

He is preceded in death by his wife of fifty-nine years, Mary Frances Nelson; his parents, Rufus and Clara Bell Nelson; daughter, Rhonda Cullars; three brothers, L. V. Nelson (Floyce), R. E. Nelson (Linda) and Eugene Nelson (Luverne); two sisters, Virginia Stroud (Howard) and Clara Johnson (Cecil); son-in-law, Ken Pitchford; daughter-in-law, Julie Nelson and brother-in-law, C. J. Johns.

Mr. Nelson was a devoted Christian, husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He loved the Lord, gospel music and crappie fishing.

The family will receive friends Saturday, February 24, 2024 from 10:00AM until service time at 11:00AM at Saugahatchee Assembly of God, 14521 Highway 49 South in Camp Hill, Alabama. Graveside service to follow in church cemetery, Jeffcoat Funeral Home directing.

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PATRICIA ANN "PAT" REVELS - July 09, 1941 - February 12, 2024

Departed: 02/12/2024 (Tallassee)

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Mrs. Patricia Ann “Pat” Revels, a resident of Eclectic, Alabama, passed away Monday, February 12, 2024 at the age of 82. She was born July 9, 1941, in Panama City, Florida to Jack and Louise Waldrop.

She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Paul W. Revels; daughters, Paula Marino (Sal) and Pamela Revels (Shannon); brother, James Waldrop (Sharon); grandchildren, Olivia, Salena and Isabella Marino and Myairah, Braelynn and Bryson Paul Revels.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Louise Waldrop and her brother, Jack Waldrop.

Mrs. Revels retired from Comfort Inn as General Manager in Enterprise, Alabama after 17 years of service. She loved to sing, taught music in Huntsville and Enterprise, was a member of her church choir and was a soloist in weddings and other special events.

She had a great sense of humor and very high expectations. She will be remembered for her deep devotion to her family, love for others and classic elegance.

The family will receive friends Thursday, February 15, 2024 from 9:00AM until service time at 10:00AM from Jeffcoat Funeral Home Chapel with Archbishop Joseph Marino officiating.

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MARY VANN ROBERTSON - September 13, 1935 - February 11, 2024

Departed: 02/11/2024 (Tallassee)

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Mary Vann “Mimi” Robertson, a resident of Tallassee, Alabama, passed away Sunday, February 11, 2024, at the age of 88. She was born September 13, 1935 in Tallassee, Alabama, to Clarence “Buck” and Lucille Yates Lott.

She is survived by three grandchildren, Eric Robertson (Tonya), Heath Robertson (Yessica) and Jessie C. Atkins (Austin); great grandchildren, Branson, Jenna, Brice, Laina and Riverly Robertson; special niece, Vanessa Rhodes (Danny).

Mary Vann is preceded in death by her parents, Buck and Lucille Lott; husband, Gary Robertson; son, Robbie Robertson and her daughter, Celie Clyburn.

She was very dedicated to her family, her church family and her family at Jeffcoat Funeral Home (37 years). Her life was a service to others, very often delivering one of her well-known pound cakes.

Graveside services will be Friday, February 16, 2024 at 10:00AM at Providence Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery.

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ELIZABETH "ANN" JONES - September 12, 1940 - February 09, 2024

Departed: 02/09/2024 (Tallassee)

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Elizabeth “Ann” Jones, a resident of Tallassee, Alabama, died peacefully in her home Friday, February 9, 2024, at the age of 83. She was born September 12, 1940, in Tallassee, Alabama to Anderson and Othell Jones.

Ann leaves behind a son, Alan Wilson (Mandie) and daughter, Lisa Wilson; grandchildren, David Pattillo (Brittani, Haleigh, Lydia, Jace, Holton), Skylar and Trey Wall (Lily, Ramsey), Kristin and Will Martin (Riley) Galen and Morgan McIlwain (Ellie), Bryant Wilson and Baleigh Wilson and many friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Anderson and Othell; aunts, Kathleen Milner and Elizabeth Funderburk and uncles, Ollie Jones and Elbert Jones.

Ann was a loving mother, grandmother and friend to many and will be remembered as a firecracker of a woman who loved Jesus and family.

The family will receive friends Tuesday, February 13, 2024 from 10:00AM until service time at 11:00AM at Bethlehem East Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Rose Hill Cemetery.

The family are forever grateful to Beth, Azariah and the staff at Amedysis Hospice.

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ROBERT IRVIN MCGAHA - March 15, 1942 - February 05, 2024

Departed: 02/05/2024 (Tallassee)

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Mr. Robert McGaha, a resident of Tallassee, Alabama, passed away Monday, February 5, 2024, at the age of 81. He was born March 15, 1942, in Luverne, Alabama to Gordon and Virginia Morgan McGaha.

Mr. McGaha is survived by his wife of 63 years, Mrs. Olivia L. McGaha; daughters, Melissa Wagner (Leslie), Rebecca McGaha Foltz and Debra Perdue (Jeff); brother, Don McGaha (Gale); nine grandchildren, Jeff McGaha (Lillian Garcia), Madison Wagner, Bri Wagner, Richard Johnson (Hannah), Jacob Foltz (Rose), Heather Williams, Hunter Miller, Melodey Perdue and Jake Perdue; great-grandchildren, Isabella Garcia Savannah McGaha, Jace Johnson, Maci Johnson, Kaden Gowan and Teague Miller; nephew, Tommy McGaha (Vicki) and two great nephews, Matthew McGaha (Marian) and Micah McGaha (Mollie).

He is preceded in death by his parents, Gordon and Virginia McGaha and two sons, Robert Edward McGaha and Ronald McGaha.

The family will receive friends Saturday, February 10, 2024 from 10:00AM until service time at 11:00AM at Jeffcoat Funeral Home Chapel, Tallassee, Alabama. A private burial will follow at Montgomery Memorial Cemetery, Montgomery, Alabama.

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JAMES WENDELL "J.W." WILSON - August 30, 1943 - January 02, 2024

Departed: 01/02/2024 (Tallassee)

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Mr. James Wendell “J.W.” Wilson, a resident of Tallassee, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at the age of 80. He was born August 30, 1943, in Highland Home, Alabama to Archie R. and Voncile Rowell Wilson.

Mr. Wilson is survived by his daughter, Lisa Wilson; his son, Alan Wilson (Mandie); grandchildren, David Pattillo, Skylar Wall, Galen Mcilwain, Kristin Martin, Bryant Wilson and Baleigh Wilson; great grandchildren, Riley Oliver, Brittani Berry, Lily Wall, Ramsey Wall and Ellie Lane Mcilwain; two nephews, Emmett Hall and David Hall and special friends, like family, Andy and Sandra Dunn.

He is preceded in death by his wife of twenty-two years, Sherrl Wilson; father and mother, Archie and Voncile Wilson; his sisters, Peggy Wilson and Diane Sexton and his favorite fur baby, Taco.

J.W. was employed with Mount Vernon Mills in Tallassee for over twenty years. He then retired from the Tallassee Police Department after twenty-four years of dedicated service. He was an avid deer hunter and a passionate Alabama Crimson Tide fan.

The family will receive friends Friday, January 5, 2024 from 10:00AM until service time at 11:00AM at Jeffcoat Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Andrew Schmitt officiating. Burial will follow in Carrville Cemetery.

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CHARLES P BRUNSON III - January 26, 1947 - December 25, 2023

Departed: 12/25/2023 (Tallassee)

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Mr. Charles P. Brunson, III, a resident of Dadeville, Alabama, passed away Monday, December 25, 2023, at the age of 76. He was born January 26, 1947, in Greenville, Alabama, to Forrest M. and Phyllis Franklin Brunson.

Mr. Brunson is survived by his wife, Echo Brunson; sons, Chuck Brunson (Shannon) and Dan Brunson; sister, Christine Brand; grandchildren, Will Brunson, Brian Brunson, Mary Katherine Brunson, Sarah Brunson, Joseph Brunson, Matthew Brunson and Nathan Craft.

He is preceded in death by his parents, sister, Emily Brabham and brother, Forrest Brunson, Jr.

Charles held a master’s degree in engineering, was a Veteran of the U.S. Navy Reserve and retired with over 40 years of service with Pratt & Whitney.

The family will receive friends Saturday, December 30, 2023 from 10:00AM until 11:00AM at Jeffcoat Funeral Home Chapel, Tallassee, Alabama. A Graveside Service will follow at 11:30AM at Rose Hill Cemetery.

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JOSEPH MITCHELL "MICKEY" MCGEE - December 14, 1943 - December 17, 2023

Departed: 12/17/2023 (Tallassee)

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Mr. Joseph M. “Mickey” McGee, a resident of Tallassee, Alabama, passed away Sunday, December 17, 2023, at the age of 80. He was born December 14, 1943, in Enterprise, Alabama, to Mitchell and Eunice Carmichael McGee.

Mickey is survived by his wife of 42 years, Jewell McGee; daughter, Heather McGee Sayers; grandchildren, Tyler McGee Sayers and Amber Gabrielle Sayers; numerous cousins and many special friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Mitchell and Eunice McGee.

Mr. McGee was an alumni of Troy University. He retired from the State of Alabama, Finance Department after thirty years of service. He also retired as a Lieutenant Colonel in the Alabama Army National Guard.

Mickey served as Vice President of the Montgomery Chapter of Goldwing Road Riders Association and achieved Man of the Year in 2018. He also loved cooking and was known for his homemade barbeque sauce. Mickey immensely enjoyed his trips to Walmart Stores.

The family will receive friends Thursday, December 21, 2023 from 10:00AM until 11:00AM at First Baptist Church.  A Memorial Service will follow at 11:00AM with Full Military Honors.

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CHARLES FERRIS JOHNS - July 20, 1945 - December 11, 2023

Departed: 12/11/2023 (Tallassee)

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Charles Ferris Johns, a resident of Montgomery, Alabama, formerly of Tallassee, passed away peacefully at his home Monday, December 11, 2023 at the age of 78. He was born July 20, 1945 in Andalusia, Alabama, to Martha and Ferris Johns.

Charles is survived by his daughter, Shannon Owings (Mike); his sons, Jonathan Johns (Betsey) and Justin Johns; sister, Mary Alice Madden (Peter) of Fairhope, Alabama; brother, Robert Alan Johns of Mobile; eight grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, son, Jarrod Haynes Johns and grandson, John David (J.D.) Owings.

The family will receive friends Friday, December 15, 2023, from 10:00AM until 11:00AM at Jeffcoat Funeral Home Chapel, Tallassee, Alabama. A memorial service will follow at 11:00AM.

Charles attended Troy University, Troy, Alabama where he played football on scholarship during the sixties. He served in the Alabama National Guard for over thirty years and was a builder of custom homes in Montgomery, Auburn and Alabaster, Alabama. Charles loved his family, friends, and his faithful dogs, Jack and Bentley.

The family expresses much appreciation to Dr. John Reardon and his staff at Montgomery Cancer Center and to Southeast Hospice Network for the care of their loved one during his illness.

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MARTHA JEANETTE GRIGGS BOLES - January 29, 1938 - December 11, 2023

Departed: 12/11/2023 (Tallassee)

Obituary Preview: Jeffcoat Funeral Home 255 Friendship Road Tallassee, AL 36078 Tel (334) 283-6801 After a long battle with Lewy Body Dementia, Martha Jeanette Griggs Boles, 85, of Notasulga, Alabama passed away Monday, December 11, 2023 in Hartford, Alabama believing “whoever lives by believing in Jesus will never die.” (NIV John 11:25-26)

Jeanette was born January 29, 1938 to the late Jesse Griggs and Flora Manning Griggs of Liberty City community.

She graduated from Reeltown High School and later received her business degree from Massey Daughlon Business School. Jeanette retired from Auburn University at 68 years of age. Her greatest delight was serving the Lord and making sure her guests were fed.

She was a life-long member at Salem Macon Baptist Church where she met her late husband, Bobby Boles, who she was married to for 47 years. It has been said, “If the doors of the church were open, she could be found in some capacity of helping.” Jeanette was the pianist and then organist for the church for 40+ years until her life brought her to live with each of her daughters in Alabama, Louisiana and Florida.

Jeanette embarks on her heavenly journey leaving behind her six closely bonded siblings and spouses: Ann Howell Owsley, Noah J. Griggs (Susie), Bobby Eugene Griggs (Diana), Charles I. Griggs, J. Lamar Griggs (Barbara) and Bill W. Griggs (Carol).

Never forgotten by her loving three daughters and spouses: Janet Boutwell (Ray), Linda Williford (Rev. Dric) and Anita Tuong (Khanh). She inspired faith in her grandchildren Brandy Sadler (Josh), Brittney Brooks (Jonathan), Ethan Williford, Julie Williford and Grace Tuong.

She delighted her five sweet great-grandchildren; Angela Sadler, Emmalyn Brooks, Gabriel Brooks, Anabelle Sadler and Luke Brooks; numerous nieces and nephews.

The funeral services will be Thursday, December 14, 2023, with visitation at 10:00 AM followed by 11:00 AM service at Salem-Macon Baptist Church with Rev. Bobby Carpenter and Rev. Dric Williford officiating.

Flowers will be accepted, or donations in Jeanette’s name may be made to Lewy Body Dementia Association or Salem Macon Baptist Church. Donations can be made online to the Lewy Body Dementia Association or Salem Macon Baptist Church at 4647 Tallapoosa Street, Notasulga, Alabama 36866.

A special appreciation is given to Covenant Care Hospice and the men serving as pallbearers; Randy Howell, Noah Griggs Jr, Bill Ramsey, Dallas Vick, Robert Griggs, JL Martinez and John Walker.

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JOSEPH MICHAEL "MIKE" MURPHY - April 27, 1948 - November 29, 2023

Departed: 11/29/2023 (Tallassee)

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Mr. Joseph Michael “Mike” Murphy, a resident of Dadeville, Alabama, passed away Wednesday, November 29, 2023, at the age of 75. He was born April 27, 1948, in Notasulga, Alabama to Buford Lorenzo Murphy, Sr. and Inell Williams Murphy.

Mr. Murphy is survived by his wife, Mrs. Karen M. Murphy; daughters, Denise Mills (Craig) and Traci Curlee (Mike); brother, Warren Murphy (Rethea); grandchildren, Colby Swindall (Caroline), Hannah Ray (Tibb), Emily Ray, Michaela Southerland (Chris), Amber Poitevint (Dewayne), Ashley Price (Lane), Kayla Gindle and Maci Curlee; several great grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Buford and Inell Murphy and his brother, Buford L. Murphy, Jr.

Mr. Murphy retired from Delta Air Lines as an IT Technician. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force.

The family will receive friends Saturday, December 9, 2023 from 10:00 until 11:00AM from Jeffcoat Funeral Home, Tallassee, Alabama. Graveside Services will follow at 11:30AM at Union Church At Lake Martin Cemetery, Rev. Jay Woodall officiating, Jeffcoat Funeral Home directing.

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MICKEY WAYNE KELLY - March 19, 1959 - November 19, 2023

Departed: 11/19/2023 (Tallassee)

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Mr. Mickey Wayne Kelly, a resident of Tallassee, Alabama, passed away Sunday, November 19, 2023, at the age of 64. He was born in East Tallassee, Alabama, March 19, 1959, to Melvin Ray and Betty Meral Kelly.

Mr. Kelly is survived by his wife, Annette C. Kelly; sons, Derrick Kelly and Jason Kelly; brothers, Terry Kelly (Ann), Micheal Dean Ray, Mark Ray, Tommy Ray and Chris Ray and sister, Matha Ray; grandchildren, Slaten Myers, Gavyn Myers, Taylor Kelly, Kason Kelly and Jacob Kelly.

He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, John Ray.

A Celebration of Life service will be held Friday, December 1, 2023 at 10:00AM at Jeffcoat Funeral Home Chapel.

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ROBERT S. "BOBBY" GRESHAM JR. - November 17, 1945 - November 15, 2023

Departed: 11/15/2023 (Tallassee)

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Mr. Robert S. “Bobby” Gresham, Jr. a resident of Tallassee, Alabama, passed away Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at the age of 77. He was born in East Tallassee, Alabama, November 17, 1945 to Robert S. Gresham Sr. and Martha Downing Gresham.

Mr. Gresham is survived by his daughter, Amanda Gresham; sister, Carol G. Williams; sister-in-law, Jill Jones; several nieces, nephews, cousins and many special friends.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Judy R. Gresham; his parents, Seamon and Martha Gresham and his sister, Brenda Ingram.

Bobby worked over sixty years in the grocery industry. He was a Veteran of the United States Army National Guard.

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Losing a loved one is never easy, but with the support of Jeffcoat Funeral Home, you don't have to face this journey alone. The funeral home's promise is to provide your family with a safe haven where you can find comfort, guidance, and healing. As you navigate the grieving process, remember that you're not alone – the compassionate team at Jeffcoat Funeral Home are here to walk beside you every step of the way.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It may also include information about their surviving family members, funeral arrangements, and other relevant details.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to inform friends, family, and community members of a person's passing, allowing them to pay their respects and offer condolences. They also provide a sense of closure and help to celebrate the life of the deceased.

Who typically writes an obituary?

The task of writing an obituary usually falls to the family members or close friends of the deceased. Funeral homes or crematories may also offer assistance in writing and publishing obituaries.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary should include the person's full name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, hobbies, achievements, and surviving family members. It may also include information about funeral services, memorial donations, and other relevant details.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication or online platform. Typically, it should be concise and to the point, ranging from 100 to 500 words.

Can I include photos or other multimedia in an obituary?

Yes, many online obituary platforms and some print publications allow you to include photos, videos, or audio clips to enhance the tribute to the deceased.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper or online platform?

Contact the newspaper or online platform directly for their submission guidelines and deadlines. Be prepared to provide the necessary information and payment for publication.

How much does it cost to publish an obituary?

The cost of publishing an obituary varies depending on the publication or online platform. Some newspapers charge by the line or word count, while others offer package deals or flat fees. Online platforms may offer free or paid options.

Can I edit or update an obituary after it's been published?

Possibly, but it depends on the publication or online platform. Some may allow edits or updates for a fee, while others may not permit changes once it's been published.

How long does it take for an obituary to be published?

The publication timeline varies depending on the newspaper or online platform. Some may publish immediately, while others may take several days or weeks.

Can I write an obituary for someone who has been deceased for a long time?

Yes, you can still write and publish an obituary for someone who passed away years ago. This can be a meaningful way to honor their memory and share their story with others.

What if I don't have all the information needed for an obituary?

You can still write a meaningful obituary even if you don't have all the details. Focus on sharing stories, memories, and anecdotes that celebrate the person's life.

Can I include humor or personal anecdotes in an obituary?

Absolutely! An obituary should reflect the personality and spirit of the deceased. Including humor or personal anecdotes can make the tribute more engaging and relatable.

How do I handle sensitive information in an obituary?

If there are sensitive issues or conflicts surrounding the deceased's life or death, it's best to exercise discretion and tact when writing the obituary. Focus on celebrating their life rather than dwelling on negative aspects.

Can I include quotes or poems in an obituary?

Yes, including quotes or poems that resonate with the deceased's personality or spirit can add depth and meaning to the tribute.

What if I'm not comfortable writing an obituary myself?

You can ask a friend or family member for assistance, or consider hiring a professional writer or funeral home staff member to help craft the obituary.

How do I ensure accuracy in an obituary?