Elaine Daniel
Elaine Daniel, age 80, of Hampton, Ga., passed away March 1, 2021.
Funeral services for Elaine were held on Friday March 5, 2021 at Hampton United Methodist Church with Dr. Jordan Thrasher officiating. Interment followed at Berea Cemetery in Hampton. For those who wish, donations may be made in memory of Elaine to the Hampton United Methodist Church Memorial Fund, Samaritans Purse or the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
Andrea Dawn Blasingame
Andrea Dawn Blasingame, age 30, of Atlanta, Ga., quietly departed this life on Thursday, March 4, 2021.
Those who wish may sign the online guest registry at www.cannonclevelandfunerals.com. Cannon Cleveland Funeral Directors, 770-914-1414.
Larry Barnett
Larry “Barney” Barnett, age 73, of Hampton, Ga., passed away on Sunday, March 7, 2021.
Those who wish may sign the online guest registry at www.cannonclevelandfunerals.com. Cannon Cleveland Funeral Directors, 770-914-1414.
Russell Denton
Russell “Roger” Denton, age 76, of McDonough, Ga., died, Wednesday, March 10, 2021.
Those who wish may sign the online guest registry at www.cannonclevelandfunerals.com. Cannon Cleveland Funeral Directors, 770-914-1414.
Gary Ronald King, Sr.
Gary Ronald King, Sr., age 76, of Stockbridge, Ga., quietly departed this life on Thursday, March 11, 2021.
Those who wish may sign the online guest registry at www.cannonclevelandfunerals.com. Cannon Cleveland Funeral Directors, 770-914-1414.
Angelyn Nichols George
Angelyn Nichols George, age 69, of Stockbridge, Ga., quietly departed this life on Tuesday, March 16, 2021.
Those who wish may sign the online guest registry at www.cannonclevelandfunerals.com. Cannon Cleveland Funeral Directors, 770-914-1414.
Jennifer Ann Virden
Jennifer Ann Virden, age 46, of McDonough, Ga., quietly departed this life on Wednesday, March 17, 2021.
Those who wish may sign the online guest registry at www.cannonclevelandfunerals.com. Cannon Cleveland Funeral Directors, 770-914-1414.
Janet Roberson Thomas
Janet Roberson Thomas, age 89, of McDonough, Ga., passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Wednesday, March 18, 2021.
Those who wish may sign the online guest registry at www.can nonclevelandfunerals.com. Cannon Cleveland Funeral Directors, 770-914-1414.
Randall Pressley
Randall “Randy” Pressley, age 67, of McDonough, Ga., passed away Friday, March 19, 2021.
Those who wish may sign the online guest registry at www.cannonclevelandfunerals.com. Cannon Cleveland Funeral Directors, 770-914-1414.
Deborah Kaye Cox
Deborah Kaye Cox, age 58, of Stockbridge, Ga., passed away on Friday, March 19, 2021.
Those who wish may sign the online guest registry at www.cannonclevelandfunerals.com. Cannon Cleveland Funeral Directors, 770-914-1414.
Dale Keith Andrews, Sr.
Dale Keith Andrews, Sr., age 68, Former Minister of 1st Baptist Church of Ellenwood and former Hospital Chaplain at Henry Medical Center, passed away on March 16, 2021 at Virginia Medical Center in Seattle, Wash. Dale was born on July 19, 1952 in Miami, Florida to Wade Elmer and Betsy Ann (Sorrell) Andrews. He grew up in Miami and graduated from Miami Carol City High School in 1970. He then attended Miami Dade Jr. College and the University of Miami. Dale worked for Bell Telephone South from 72-85 as a cable splicer. In 1985, he became “Mr. Mom” at home, taking care of his two kids. In 1988, he joined Liberty Bible Institute in Lynchburg, Va., and became an ordained Southern Baptist Minister in April 1993. He served as minister of 1st Baptist Church of Ellenwood, Ga., from 1988-99. He also worked as Chaplain at Henry Medical Center in Stockbridge, Ga., from 1994-2000. Dale entered the Center for Visually Impaired in 2000-2001 and received his Basic Studies Degree. He then attended the Atlanta School of Massage and earned a degree for Massage Therapy and Deep Clinical Massage. He practiced for the next four years. Dale started to lose his eyesight in his right eye due to Eyeritis in 1973. By 1980, he had to have his right eye removed. Two years later his eyesight in his left eye declined so much that he was legally blind, and by 1988 was totally blind. An operation brought back some of his sight, but was again totally blind by 2006. In 2004, Dale met Dawn Makos at Pilot Dogs Inc. and followed her to Cosmopolis, Wash., and on March 31, 2005 they were married in Lacey, Wash. Dale was a member and Associate Pastor of South Aberdeen Baptist Church, a member of their Worship Team; President of SIGHT (Sight Impaired of Grays Harbor Together) an organization started by his late wife Dawn Andrews; He served on the Hazardous Mitigation Committee for Cosmopolis and was also currently serving as a councilman on the City of Cosmopolis Board for the last four years. Dale was preceded in death by his wife Dawn Andrews on July 23, 2011.
Dale is survived by his daughter, Amanda (Brandon) Taylor of Huntsville, Ala., and a son, Dale K. (Anissa) Andrews Jr. of Locust Grove, Ga.; a brother Randall (Bethann) Andrews of Jacksonville, Fla.; Grandchildren: Hailey, Addison and Collins Taylor; in-laws, Ron and Candice Makos of Cosmopolis, Wash.; sister-in-law, Kerry Fuller of Aberdeen, Wash.; Nieces: Madi McKay of Cosmopolis and Allyson Andrews of Jacksonville, Fla.
A graveside service for Dale was held on Monday, March 22, 2021 at at Forest Hill Cemetery, Cosmopolis, Wash. The family suggests that donations be made to Pilot Dogs, Inc., 625 W. Town St., Columbus, Ohio 43215. Arrangements entrusted to Twibell’s Fern Hill Funeral Home in Aberdeen, WA.
James Terry Smith
James Terry Smith, age 50, of Locust Grove, Ga., died on Monday, March 22, 2021. He was born in Rockmart, Ga., 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 10, 2021 from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. at Cannon Cleveland Funeral Directors. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made in his memory to Children’s Health Care of Atlanta at https://give. choa.org/ Those who wish may sign the online guest registry at www.cannonclevelandfunerals.com. Cannon Cleveland Funeral Directors, 770-914-1414.
Justin James Mahoney
Justin James Mahoney, age 24, of McDonough, Ga., passed away on Saturday, March 27, 2021.
Those who wish may sign the online guest registry at www.cannonclevelandfunerals.com. Cannon Cleveland Funeral Directors, 770-914-1414.
William Harold Hayes, Jr.
William Harold Hayes, Jr. age 80, of McDonough, Ga., died, Monday, March 29, 2021.
Those who wish may sign the online guest registry at www.cannonclevelandfunerals.com. Cannon Cleveland Funeral Directors, 770-914-1414.
Orion Jenkins Holder
Mrs. Orion Jenkins Holder, age 85, of Jonesboro, Ga., passed away March 31, 2021. She was born in Dekalb County, Ga., to the late Ruben Woodrow and Ruth Irene Brown Jenkins. Orion was a member of Noah’s Ark Church and was an accomplished author, having written five books. She was working on her memoirs at the time of her passing. She was preceded in death by her husband, Troy Eugene Holder, grandson, Anthony Rogers, brother, Reuben Walter Jenkins and his wife Emily Jenkins.
Survivors include her daughter, Darlene (Wayne Calhoun) Holder; grandsons, Jason (Jennifer) Rogers and Broddie Calhoun; great grandchildren, Lexii Lewis, Joey Stout and Tyler McMichael; brother, Ronald (Valerie) Jenkins.
A celebration of life was held at the graveside on Saturday, April 3, 2021 at Fairview Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, contributions are asked to be made to the Marfan Foundation, 22 Manhasset Avenue, Port Washington, NY 11050 or www.marfan.org. For those who wish to leave condolences, visit www.haistenfunerals.com. Haisten Funerals and Cremations, 770-914-8833.
Julie Charlene Campbell
Julie Charlene Campbell, age 40, of Stockbridge, Ga., died Friday, April 2, 2021.
Those who wish may sign the online guest registry at www.cannonclevelandfunerals.com. Cannon Cleveland Funeral Directors, 770-914-1414.
Mark Daniel Meason
Mark Daniel Meason, “Bird,” age 49, of Stockbridge, Ga., passed on March 21, 2021. Mark was born on May 26, 1971. Mark had many titles in life. He was son, brother, daddy, uncle and friend. He never ceased to amaze those who knew him. His laughter, silent acts of kindness, and most of all his “witticisms” will be missed. He was preceded in death by his father, Walter Meason “Skipper.”
Mark is survived by his son: James Meason (Hannah); daughter, Jessica Ferrell (Lee), granddaughter: Crymson Rose; mother: Brenda Russell (David); brothers: Mike (Amy), Charlie, Matt, John (Krista); sisters: Monica, Elizabeth (Derek), Katie (John); nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
A celebration of Mark’s life will be held on April 17, 2021 at 2 p.m. at 558 Lakeshore Drive, Stockbridge, GA 30281.
