| Community Obituaries |
Mr. James Smith
Mr. James Ozzie Smith, age 91 of LaGrange, Georgia passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2012 at the
Twin Fountains Home.
A memorial service will be conducted for Mr. Smith on Saturday, February 11, 2012 from the Franklin Road
Baptist Church, at 2:00 P.M. with the Reverend Frank Sledge officiating. The family will receive guests at
the church one hour prior to service time.
Mr. Smith was born in Franklin, Georgia on April 19, 1920, the son of the late Mattie Delane Daniel Smith
and Lee Allen Smith. He was a well respected paint contractor in Troup County. Until his wife passed
away, and his health declined he was an active member of The Franklin Road Baptist Church. He was a
loving father, grandfather, and brother. He will be missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by one daughter, Susan Reynolds of Hogansville, GA.; four sons, Allen Smith (Sue) of
LaGrange, GA., Michael Smith (Betty) of Newnan, GA., Bobby Smith (Betty) of LaGrange, GA., and Tim Smith
(LaTaine) of Hogansville, GA.; two sisters, Shirley Eurick of Birmingham, AL., and Lee Davis of Franklin,
GA.; one brother, Jack Smith of Jacksonville, FL.; eleven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and
two great-great-grandchildren.
Other than his parents he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Dorothy Pike Smith; and
grandchildren, Lorelei and Jacob.
Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home of Franklin, Georgia is in charge of arrangements.
Submitted 02/11/2012
Mr. Havard Brazeal
Mr. Havard Brazeal, age 67 of Franklin, Georgia, passed away at his home on Sunday, January 5, 2012.
Funeral services for Mr. Brazeal will be conducted, Tuesday, February 7, 2012 at 3:00 P.M. from the
Franklin First Baptist Church with the Reverends Scott Hannah and Danny Spencer officiating. The
interment will be held at the Wesley Chapel Cemetery in Heard County. The family will receive guests at
the funeral home Monday evening from 6-8 P.M.
Mr. Brazeal was born in Franklin, Georgia on October 24, 1944, the son of the late Bessie Hickey Brazeal
and Sidney Brazeal. He was a wonderful husband and father. He was retired from the Playtex
Manufacturing Company. After retirement he worked for many years for the Dolse Conference Center as
their grounds keeper. His hard work enhanced the beauty for each person who attended events. He was
an active member of the Franklin First Baptist Church where he served on the mission team of Operation
Jerusalem, and the Tuscaloosa Tornado Mission Team. Having the opportunity to serve these families in
their time of need was very important to “Mr. Havard.” His joyful spirit will be missed by both his family,
and church family.
He is survived by his wife Angela Hanners Brazeal of Franklin, GA.; one step-daughter, Cindy Brazeal also
of Franklin, GA.; three step-sons, Randy Hickey (Janet) of TN., Mike Hickey (Thomasa) of Franklin, GA.,
Jimmy Patterson (Patty) of Franklin, GA.; step son-in-law Ernie Skipper of Franklin, GA.; one brother,
Willard Brazeal of Franklin, Ga.; sister-in-law, Beverly Brazeal of Franklin, GA.; twelve grandchildren; and
four great-grandchildren.
Other than his parents he was preceded in death by his first wife, Betty Hickey Brazeal, step-daughter,
Debbie Skipper, Sister Mary Hand, and brother, Eddie Brazeal.
Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home of Franklin, Georgia are in charge of arrangements.
Submitted 02/08/2012
Mr. Randall Buchanan
Mr. Randall Quillian Buchanan, age 77 of Franklin, Georgia passed away on Thursday, January 26, 2012 at
his home.
A memorial service for Mr. Buchanan will be conducted on Sunday, January 29, 2012, at 3:00 P.M. from the
Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home with the Reverend Danny Spencer officiating. The family will receive
guests at the funeral home one hour prior to service time. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations
be made to the American Veterans Association.
Mr. Buchanan was born in Roopville, Georgia on October 21, 1934, the son of the late Ambrose Quillian
Buchanan and Edith Chatman Buchanan. He was a retired diesel mechanic who last worked for the
Vaughan Transport Company in LaGrange, Georgia. He was a Christian by faith and served his country
during the Korean Conflict in the United Sates Army. He was a loving father who enjoyed being with his
family and fishing. He will be missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by two sons, Kenneth Buchanan of Wake Forrest, N.C., and Jerry Buchanan (Dawn) of
Franklin, GA.; five sisters, Betty Zimmerman (Don) of Wichita, KS., Bernice Wilson of LaGrange, GA., Nelda
Railey of Pine Mountain, GA., Sharon Taylor of LaGrange, GA, and Janie Dollar (Eddie) of Hogansville, GA.;
five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Lizzie Ruth Pike Buchanan; daughter, Gail Buchanan; Son,
Stephen Buchanan; brothers, Austin Buchanan and Billy Joe Buchanan; and granddaughter, Andrea
Buchanan.
Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home of Franklin, Georgia are in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Rick Holdridge
Mr. Richard S. Holdridge, age 73 of Roopville, Georgia passed away at his home on Monday, January 16,
2012.
Funeral services for Mr. Holdridge will be conducted on Thursday, January 19, 2012, at 2:00 P.M. from the
Welcome United Methodist Church with the Reverends Marlin Miller and Bo Hendon officiating. The
interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive guests at the Tom Stutts and Son
Funeral Home Wednesday evening, January 18, 2012 from 6-8 P.M.
Mr. Holdridge was born in Newnan, Georgia on May 11, 1938, the son of Mildred Cole Holdridge, and the
late Earl Winfred Holdridge. He served his country honorably in the United States Navy from 1956-1962.
He was retired from AT&T where he was a Cable Repairman. He was a faithful member of the Welcome
United Methodist Church, and Centralhatchee Masonic Lodge # 403. He loved the out of doors, and
especially fishing. Mr. Holdridge was a wonderful husband and father. He will be greatly missed.
He is survived by his loving wife, Mary Townsend Holdridge of Roopville, GA.; two sons, Tommy Holdridge
of Roopville, GA., and Doug Holdridge (LeAnda) of Franklin, GA.; mother, Mildred Holdridge of Newnan;
step-mother, Synthia Loner of Carrollton, GA.; three sisters, Patricia Lanham of Canton, GA., Shelah
Easton of Bremen, GA., and Ellen Daniel of Tallapoosa, GA.; two brothers, Jack Holdridge of Simpsonville,
SC., and Melvin Holdridge (Jackie) of Carrollton, GA.; four grandchildren, Hayley, Zack, Matt, and Jacob
Holdridge.
Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home of Franklin, Georgia is in charge of arrangements.
Submitted 01/18/2012
Mr. Mike Pope
Mr. Michael Allen Pope, age 58 of Franklin, Georgia passed away at his home on January 5, 2012.
Funeral services for Mr. Pope were conducted on Sunday, January 8, 2012, at 3:00 P.M., from the Tom
Stutts and Son Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Stacy Thomas officiating. The interment followed in the
Macedonia Baptist Church Cemetery. Music was provided by Larry Pope, and Donna Boswell. Those
serving as pallbearers were Tilman Levens, Theron Levens, Ricky Adams, Randy Hendricks, David
Cartwright, and Benjamin Hyatt,
Mr. Pope was born on December 26, 1953, the son of the late Lema Hill Pope and Henry Allen Pope. In his
younger years he was a popular student at Heard County High School, so much so that he was voted “Mr.
Heard High” his senior year by his classmates. After losing his wife, high school sweetheart, Rita Faye
Gentry Pope he raised their two sons alone. After many years, he met his fiancée, Bonnie Mahanay, who
brought him great joy. The tender and loving care she gave him will long be remembered by his family.
Mr. Pope was a Christian by faith. Until the onset of his illness he was the Warehouse Supervisor at Sony
Music Corporation in Carrollton, Georgia. Those who knew Mike will remember his go-getter attitude, and
his strive for perfection. His charm could win over even the strongest skeptic. He loved fishing, camping
with family and friends, and working in his garden. Of his many accomplishments, he always felt his
greatest accomplishment was his two children and grandchildren. His favorite times were spent with
granddaughters, Jayden and Jordyn. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by his fiancée, Bonnie Mahanay of Franklin, GA.; two son and one daughter-in-law, Bobby
Pope of Sharpsburg, GA., and Jared and Jodi Pope of Newnan, GA.; four sisters, Mildred Durrough of
Carrollton, GA., Betty Cassell of Franklin, GA., Jeanette and Don Moon of Tampa, FL., and Shirley and
Cameron Sheppard of Franklin, GA; two brothers, Randy and Lucille Pope of LaGrange, GA., and Harold
and Patricia Pope of Newnan, GA.; two sisters-in-law, Burla Mae Pope of Mableton, GA. , and Becky Pope
of Franklin, GA.; two beloved granddaughters, Jayden and Jordyn Pope of Newnan, GA.; and a number of
nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Lema and Gid Pope; three sisters, Lucrete Cavender, Barbara
Nell Pope, and Janice Pope; and five brothers, Kenneth Pope, Edwin Pope, H. A. Pope, Wendell Pope, and
Jimmy Pope.
Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home of Franklin, Georgia is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Bea Johnson Prince
Mrs. Allie Bea Johnson Prince, age 95 of Franklin, Georgia passed away at the Tanner Medical Center in
Carrollton, Georgia on Wednesday, January 4, 2012.
Funeral services for Mrs. Prince were conducted Saturday, January 7, 2012, at 2:00 P.M. from the
Centralhatchee Independent Methodist Church with the Reverend Eric Jackson officiating. Music was
provided by the Prince Family. Those serving as pallbearers were Marty Prince, Allen Prince, Todd
Turner, Andy Lovern, Matt Milam, and Mike Lavoie. The interment followed in the Centralhatchee Baptist
Church Cemetery.
Mrs. Prince was born on September 25, 1916, the daughter of the late William Dempsey Johnson and
Leola Victoria Truitt Johnson. She was a Methodist by faith. Mrs. Prince retired from The Uniroyal
Manufacturing Company in Hogansville, Georgia. “Miss. Bea” was a lady who loved adventure. She
enjoyed being with her children, and was ready to head for the car when anyone mentioned going to
town. Her wonderful spirit and loving heart made her a favorite of all who knew her. She was a wonderful
mother, and grandmother who opened her door to all who would enter, and many times offered them one
of her wonderful meals. She will be greatly missed.
She is survived by two daughters and one son-in-law, Martha Prince, and Sandra and Doug Nolen, all of
Franklin, GA.; daughter-in-law, Lutrell Prince of Carrollton, GA.; six grandchildren; thirteen great-
grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Albert Glenn Prince, Sr.; son, Albert Glenn Prince,
Jr.; and son-in-law, Ellis Hyatt.
Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home of Franklin, Georgia is in charge of arrangements.
Submitted 01/05/2012
Mr. Howard Cleveland Adams
Mr. Howard Cleveland Adams, age 83 of Franklin, Georgia passed away on Wednesday, December 14,
2011 at the Hospice LaGrange in LaGrange, Georgia.
Funeral service for Mr. Adams were conducted Saturday, December 17, 2011 at 2:00 P.M. from theTom
Stutts and Son Funeral Home Chapel with the Reverends Mike Watson, Milford Ballenger, and Stanley
Yarborough officiating. The interment will follow in the Mount Zion Methodist Cemetery in Glenn, Georgia.
Music was provided by Mr. Adams grandchildren, Kevin Welch and Kasey Adams, and friends, Ginger
Stutts and Leesa Stutts Cothran. Military Rites were performed by the Fort Benning Army Honor Guard.
Those serving as pallbearers were Adam Welch, Jonathan Adams, II, Jeremy Adams, Kevin Welch, Dillon
Adams, and Jason Adams.
Mr. Adams was born on December 29, 1929, the son of the late Fannie Lucille Whitley Adams and Troy
Howard Adams. He served his country honorably during the Korean Conflict era in Germany. For his
gallantry he received the Germany Occupation Medal. He was a devoted husband, father, and
grandfather who doted on his family. He retired from the West Point Pepperell Manufacturing Company
where he was a Mechanic. Everyone who knew Mr. Adams would have to agree that his great passion in
life had to be that of a farmer and cattleman. He spent hours in the fields with his beloved cows. He was a
member of the Heard County Cattleman’s Association. He was a faithful member of the Glenn Baptist
Church where he served as a deacon. All those who knew him will miss him greatly.
He is survived by his wife Betty Bowen Adams; one daughter, Celia Welch; three sons and daughters-in-
law, Jonathan and Shirley Adams, Joe and Melanie Adams, and Timothy and Heidi Adams; one special
adopted granddaughter; eleven grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren all of Franklin, Georgia.
Tom Stutts & Son Funeral Home of Franklin, Georgia is in charge of arrangements.
Submitted 12/20/2011
Mrs. Mozelle Forbus
Mrs. Mozelle Street Forbus, age 89 of Newnan, Georgia, formerly of Franklin, Georgia passed away at the
Hospice LaGrange in LaGrange, Georgia on Saturday, December 17, 2011.
Funeral services for Mrs. Forbus will be conducted Tuesday, December 20, 2011 at 2:00 P.M. from the
Olive Branch Baptist Church with the Reverend David Huckaba officiating. She will lie in state 30 minutes
prior to service time at the church. The interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will
receive guests at the Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home in Franklin, Georgia Monday evening December
19, 2011 from 6-8 P.M.
Mrs. Forbus was born in Heard County, Georgia on September 13, 1922, the daughter of the late Mary
Potts Street and Mack Street. “Mrs. Mary” was a woman who had a great capacity to love others. She
devoted the greater part of her life caring for not only her own children but many area children as well.
She provided a home for each little one filled with joy and love. The impact she made in each of them will
remain with them thru their lives. When she was not caring for children, she was ministering to someone
with her wonderful cooking, which she had many times grown in her own garden. She was never idle and
believed in hard work. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother. She will be missed by all who knew
her.
She is survived by three daughters, Ruby Pate (Donald) of Allenhurst, GA., Debra Richardson (Marion
Brown)of Newnan, GA, and Kathy Slauson (Eric) of LaGrange, GA; one sister, Jean Brand of LaGrange, GA.;
one brother, M. L. Street also of LaGrange, GA.; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; one
great-great-grandchild; and two great-great-great-grandchild.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, James Leonard Forbus; two dear sons, Arthur and
Larry Forbus; and sister, Geneva Todd.
Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home of Franklin, Georgia is in charge of arrangements.
Submitted 12/20/2011
Mr. Jerry Elmer Mathews
Mr. Jerry Elmer Mathews, age 76 of Franklin, Georgia passed away on Thursday, December 15, 2011 at his
home.
Funeral service for Mr. Mathews will be conducted on Sunday, December 18, 2011 at 3:00 P.M. from the
Ridgeway Baptist Church with Mr. Mathew’s son, Reverend Brett Mathews, and son-in-law Reverend Lynn
Janney officiating. The interment will follow in the Prospect Church Cemetery. The family will receive
guests at the Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home in Franklin, Georgia, Saturday, December 17, 2011 from 6-
8 P.M.
Mr. Mathews was born in Heard County, Georgia, on November 2, 1935, the son of the late Elma Loy Cook
Mathews and Clarence Clayton Mathews. He was a retired machinist for the Franklin Aluminum Plant. He
was a faithful member of the Ridgeway Baptist Church. He was a loving husband and father. “Mr. Jerry’s”
life revolved around his family. His greatest joy was to be surrounded by them. He will be greatly missed.
He is survived by his wife Karen Duke Mathews; two daughters and one son-in-law, Kelly and Lynn
Janney, and Mandy Whitney all of Franklin, GA.; two sons and two daughters-in-law, Scott and Susan
Mathews of Mountville, GA., and Brett and Tammy Mathews of Franklin, GA.; eight grandchildren; and two
great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by one beloved son, Keith Mathews.
Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home of Franklin, Georgia is in charge of arrangements.
Submitted 12/18/2011
Mrs. Erma McMaster Nelson
Mrs. Erma Romaine McMaster Nelson, age 92 of Franklin, Georgia passed away at her home on Monday,
December 12, 2011.
Funeral services for Mrs. Nelson will be conducted on Wednesday, December 14, 2011, at 8, 00 P.M. from
the Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive guests at the funeral home one hour
prior to service time. The interment will follow on Friday, December 16, 2011 at the Forrest Lawn Memory
Gardens in Ocala, Florida.
Mrs. Nelson was born in Thomasville, Pennsylvania, on April 18, 1919, the daughter of the late John J.
McMaster and Daisy Frick McMaster. Always the hard worker, Mrs. Nelson retired from the Cole Steel
Company where she was a machine operator. Her every effort in life was done for the wellbeing of her
family. She performed many selfless acts so that their lives would be enriched. After her retirement she
moved to Franklin, Georgia to be close to her daughter, Bonnie and her family. She spent hours in her
flower beds, raising the loveliest of Gods creations. Other than her family, she adored animals. She was a
Lutheran by faith, but enjoyed visiting with her children at their church when she was with them. When
her health declined to the point of being unable to attend church, she watched Dr. Charles Stanley on
Sunday, and read her Bible until she could no longer see. She was a wonderful mother, and grandmother.
She will be greatly missed.
She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Bonnie and Wayne Roach; one granddaughter and
grandson-in-law, Michelle and David Carrol; two grandson Mike and Brett Roach; and two great-
grandchildren, all of Franklin, Georgia.
Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Johnny Mitchell
Mr. Johnny Gerald Mitchell, age 68 of Franklin, Georgia passed away at his home on Monday, November
28, 2011.
A memorial service for Mr. Mitchell will be conducted on Wednesday, November 30, 2011, at 2:00 P.M.
from the Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home Chapel with the Reverend Lynn Janney officiating. The family
will receive guests at the funeral home one hour prior to service time.
Mr. Mitchell was born in Talladega, Alabama on September 9, 1942, the son of the late John Herbert
Mitchell and Alice Jane Williams Mitchell. He was a retired pipe fitter who last worked for Flora Daniel. He
served his country honorably during the Cold War era in both the United States Army and the United
States Air Force. He was a Christian by faith, and was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He will be
greatly missed.
He is survived by his wife Judy Adams Mitchell of Franklin, GA.; three sons and daughters-in-law, Hugh
and Kelly Mitchell of Franklin, GA., Lane and Rhonda Mitchell of Whitesburg, GA., and Clint and Anna
Mitchell of Franklin, GA.; two brothers and one sister-in-law, William R and Mary Frances Mitchell of
Ellenwood, GA., and Jimmy Mitchell of Oxford, AL.; and five grandchildren.
Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home of Franklin, Georgia is in charge of arrangements.
Submitted 11/30/2011
Mr. Jerry Folds
Mr. Jerry Eugene Folds, age 71 of Franklin, Georgia passed away on Monday, November 28 at the Tanner
Medical Center in Carrollton, Georgia.
Funeral services for Mr. Folds were conducted Thursday, December 1, 2011, at 2:00 P.M. from the Tom
Stutts and Son Funeral Home Chapel in Franklin, Georgia with the Reverend Roy Wysner officiating. Jerry
Nixon offered a moving tribute to his friend, and music was provided by Bryan and Luanne Owensby.
Military Honors were presented by the Robbins Air Force Memorial Honor Guard. The committal followed
in the Carroll Memory Gardens in Carrollton, Georgia. Those serving as pallbearers were Benny Cosper,
Stacy Lawson, J. T. Yearwood, Rodney East, Ray Johnson, Edward Bryan, and Melvin Cole.
Mr. Folds was born in Franklin, Georgia on October 3, 1940, the son of the late Sarah Frances Delaney
Lizzie Beth Daniel Folds and Noah Lee Folds. As a young man he served his country honorably in the
United States Air Force. For his gallantry he received the Outstanding Unit Award/SOGB-334/1964/DAF,
National Defense Service Medal/AFM 900-3, AF Good Conduct Medal (11 July 63-10 July 66) AFM 900-3. He
was retired from the South Wire Manufacturing Company, where he was a Copper Rod Mill Operator. After
his retirement he enjoyed assisting his wife Irene with her business, “Nana Rene’s Antiques and
Collectables”. He was a member of the Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church.”Mr. Jerry” loved music,
and had a wonderful Tenor voice. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.
He was preceded in death by four sisters, Fannie Wright, Myrtie Yearwood, Narcissa Cole, and Ruth East
Denney; and one brother, C G Folds.
He is survived by his wife Irene Hill Folds of Franklin, GA.; one son and daughter-in-law, Greg and Sharon
Folds of Bremen, GA., four sisters, Effie Bea Cole of Franklin, GA., Jewel Bartlett of Franklin, GA., Ruby
Thompson of LaGrange, GA., and Carolyn Johnson also of LaGrange, GA.; two grandsons and one
granddaughter-in-law, Nick and Amanda Folds of Montgomery, AL., and Mitch Folds of Bremen, GA.
Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home of Franklin, Georgia in charge of arrangements.
Submitted 11/30/2011
Mr. David Daniel
Mr. David Laten Daniel, age 48 of Franklin, Georgia passed away at his home on Sunday, November 13,
2011.
Mr. Daniel was born in Franklin, Georgia on October 17, 1963, the son of the late Bertha Mae Yearta
Daniel and David Callaway Daniel. He was a Christian by faith. David was a warm friendly young man who
never met a stranger. Anyone who knew him would tell you how much he loved to talk. He also loved
horses, and enjoyed fishing. He was deeply devoted to his family, and they were too him. He will be
missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by two sisters and one brother-in-law, Sheena and Robert Jarsey, and Rosie Daniel all of
Franklin, Georgia; one brother, Lawrence Daniel of Florida; and a number of adoring nieces and nephews.
Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home of Franklin, Georgia is in charge of arrangements.
Submitted 11/18/2011
Mr. Henry Shaw
Mr. Henry Lee Shaw, age 84 of Franklin, Georgia passed away on November 11, 2011 at the Piedmont
Newnan Hospital in Newnan, Georgia.
Funeral services for Mr. Shaw will be conducted at the Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home Chapel on
Sunday, November 13, 2011, at 2:00 P.M. with the Reverend Scott Hannah officiating. The interment will
follow at the Big Springs Baptist Church Cemetery in Omaha, Alabama. The family will receive guests at
the funeral home one hour prior to service time.
Mr. Shaw was born in Whiteson, Oregon on April 3, 1927, the son of the late Martha Olivia Phillips Shaw
and Leon Henry Shaw. He was a Christian by faith. He served his country honorably in the United States
Army during World War II. Mr. Shaw was a Draftsman by trade, and drew up the first blueprints of the very
first C-5A aircraft that Lockheed built. During his lifetime he held many positions, such as logger,
electrician, custodian, builder, dairy farmer, and locksmith. No job was too big or too small. Mr. Shaw was
a "jack of all trades" and excelled at anything he tried. He loved his family and did whatever it took to
provide for them. He was a member of the Civil Defense, the Centralhatchee Masonic Lodge #4403, and
the Scottish American Military Society out of Columbus, Georgia. He always had a smile on his face, was
willing to help anyone, and he knew no strangers. Mr. Hank will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Mrs. Doris Estelle Morman Shaw of Franklin, GA.; one daughter and
son-in-law, Libby and Steve Cummings also of Franklin, GA; three sons and one daughter-in-law, Leroy
Shaw, Portland, OR., Dennis Shaw of Franklin, GA., and Tony and Kathy Shaw also of Franklin, Ga.; five
grandchildren; one great- grandchild; siblings, Jean Creesy, Claudine Shaw, Barbara Howard, Marion
Shaw (brother), Paulette Postell, Mary Belle Erickson, Evelyn Nilson, and Nancy Shroeder. He was
preceeded in death by one sister, Alice.
Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home of Franklin, Georgia are in charge of arrangements
Submitted 11/12/2011
Mr. James Ozzie Smith, age 91 of LaGrange, Georgia passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2012 at the
Twin Fountains Home.
A memorial service will be conducted for Mr. Smith on Saturday, February 11, 2012 from the Franklin Road
Baptist Church, at 2:00 P.M. with the Reverend Frank Sledge officiating. The family will receive guests at
the church one hour prior to service time.
Mr. Smith was born in Franklin, Georgia on April 19, 1920, the son of the late Mattie Delane Daniel Smith
and Lee Allen Smith. He was a well respected paint contractor in Troup County. Until his wife passed
away, and his health declined he was an active member of The Franklin Road Baptist Church. He was a
loving father, grandfather, and brother. He will be missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by one daughter, Susan Reynolds of Hogansville, GA.; four sons, Allen Smith (Sue) of
LaGrange, GA., Michael Smith (Betty) of Newnan, GA., Bobby Smith (Betty) of LaGrange, GA., and Tim Smith
(LaTaine) of Hogansville, GA.; two sisters, Shirley Eurick of Birmingham, AL., and Lee Davis of Franklin,
GA.; one brother, Jack Smith of Jacksonville, FL.; eleven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and
two great-great-grandchildren.
Other than his parents he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Dorothy Pike Smith; and
grandchildren, Lorelei and Jacob.
Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home of Franklin, Georgia is in charge of arrangements.
Submitted 02/11/2012
Mr. Havard Brazeal
Mr. Havard Brazeal, age 67 of Franklin, Georgia, passed away at his home on Sunday, January 5, 2012.
Funeral services for Mr. Brazeal will be conducted, Tuesday, February 7, 2012 at 3:00 P.M. from the
Franklin First Baptist Church with the Reverends Scott Hannah and Danny Spencer officiating. The
interment will be held at the Wesley Chapel Cemetery in Heard County. The family will receive guests at
the funeral home Monday evening from 6-8 P.M.
Mr. Brazeal was born in Franklin, Georgia on October 24, 1944, the son of the late Bessie Hickey Brazeal
and Sidney Brazeal. He was a wonderful husband and father. He was retired from the Playtex
Manufacturing Company. After retirement he worked for many years for the Dolse Conference Center as
their grounds keeper. His hard work enhanced the beauty for each person who attended events. He was
an active member of the Franklin First Baptist Church where he served on the mission team of Operation
Jerusalem, and the Tuscaloosa Tornado Mission Team. Having the opportunity to serve these families in
their time of need was very important to “Mr. Havard.” His joyful spirit will be missed by both his family,
and church family.
He is survived by his wife Angela Hanners Brazeal of Franklin, GA.; one step-daughter, Cindy Brazeal also
of Franklin, GA.; three step-sons, Randy Hickey (Janet) of TN., Mike Hickey (Thomasa) of Franklin, GA.,
Jimmy Patterson (Patty) of Franklin, GA.; step son-in-law Ernie Skipper of Franklin, GA.; one brother,
Willard Brazeal of Franklin, Ga.; sister-in-law, Beverly Brazeal of Franklin, GA.; twelve grandchildren; and
four great-grandchildren.
Other than his parents he was preceded in death by his first wife, Betty Hickey Brazeal, step-daughter,
Debbie Skipper, Sister Mary Hand, and brother, Eddie Brazeal.
Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home of Franklin, Georgia are in charge of arrangements.
Submitted 02/08/2012
Mr. Randall Buchanan
Mr. Randall Quillian Buchanan, age 77 of Franklin, Georgia passed away on Thursday, January 26, 2012 at
his home.
A memorial service for Mr. Buchanan will be conducted on Sunday, January 29, 2012, at 3:00 P.M. from the
Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home with the Reverend Danny Spencer officiating. The family will receive
guests at the funeral home one hour prior to service time. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations
be made to the American Veterans Association.
Mr. Buchanan was born in Roopville, Georgia on October 21, 1934, the son of the late Ambrose Quillian
Buchanan and Edith Chatman Buchanan. He was a retired diesel mechanic who last worked for the
Vaughan Transport Company in LaGrange, Georgia. He was a Christian by faith and served his country
during the Korean Conflict in the United Sates Army. He was a loving father who enjoyed being with his
family and fishing. He will be missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by two sons, Kenneth Buchanan of Wake Forrest, N.C., and Jerry Buchanan (Dawn) of
Franklin, GA.; five sisters, Betty Zimmerman (Don) of Wichita, KS., Bernice Wilson of LaGrange, GA., Nelda
Railey of Pine Mountain, GA., Sharon Taylor of LaGrange, GA, and Janie Dollar (Eddie) of Hogansville, GA.;
five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Lizzie Ruth Pike Buchanan; daughter, Gail Buchanan; Son,
Stephen Buchanan; brothers, Austin Buchanan and Billy Joe Buchanan; and granddaughter, Andrea
Buchanan.
Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home of Franklin, Georgia are in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Rick Holdridge
Mr. Richard S. Holdridge, age 73 of Roopville, Georgia passed away at his home on Monday, January 16,
2012.
Funeral services for Mr. Holdridge will be conducted on Thursday, January 19, 2012, at 2:00 P.M. from the
Welcome United Methodist Church with the Reverends Marlin Miller and Bo Hendon officiating. The
interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive guests at the Tom Stutts and Son
Funeral Home Wednesday evening, January 18, 2012 from 6-8 P.M.
Mr. Holdridge was born in Newnan, Georgia on May 11, 1938, the son of Mildred Cole Holdridge, and the
late Earl Winfred Holdridge. He served his country honorably in the United States Navy from 1956-1962.
He was retired from AT&T where he was a Cable Repairman. He was a faithful member of the Welcome
United Methodist Church, and Centralhatchee Masonic Lodge # 403. He loved the out of doors, and
especially fishing. Mr. Holdridge was a wonderful husband and father. He will be greatly missed.
He is survived by his loving wife, Mary Townsend Holdridge of Roopville, GA.; two sons, Tommy Holdridge
of Roopville, GA., and Doug Holdridge (LeAnda) of Franklin, GA.; mother, Mildred Holdridge of Newnan;
step-mother, Synthia Loner of Carrollton, GA.; three sisters, Patricia Lanham of Canton, GA., Shelah
Easton of Bremen, GA., and Ellen Daniel of Tallapoosa, GA.; two brothers, Jack Holdridge of Simpsonville,
SC., and Melvin Holdridge (Jackie) of Carrollton, GA.; four grandchildren, Hayley, Zack, Matt, and Jacob
Holdridge.
Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home of Franklin, Georgia is in charge of arrangements.
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Mr. Mike Pope
Mr. Michael Allen Pope, age 58 of Franklin, Georgia passed away at his home on January 5, 2012.
Funeral services for Mr. Pope were conducted on Sunday, January 8, 2012, at 3:00 P.M., from the Tom
Stutts and Son Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Stacy Thomas officiating. The interment followed in the
Macedonia Baptist Church Cemetery. Music was provided by Larry Pope, and Donna Boswell. Those
serving as pallbearers were Tilman Levens, Theron Levens, Ricky Adams, Randy Hendricks, David
Cartwright, and Benjamin Hyatt,
Mr. Pope was born on December 26, 1953, the son of the late Lema Hill Pope and Henry Allen Pope. In his
younger years he was a popular student at Heard County High School, so much so that he was voted “Mr.
Heard High” his senior year by his classmates. After losing his wife, high school sweetheart, Rita Faye
Gentry Pope he raised their two sons alone. After many years, he met his fiancée, Bonnie Mahanay, who
brought him great joy. The tender and loving care she gave him will long be remembered by his family.
Mr. Pope was a Christian by faith. Until the onset of his illness he was the Warehouse Supervisor at Sony
Music Corporation in Carrollton, Georgia. Those who knew Mike will remember his go-getter attitude, and
his strive for perfection. His charm could win over even the strongest skeptic. He loved fishing, camping
with family and friends, and working in his garden. Of his many accomplishments, he always felt his
greatest accomplishment was his two children and grandchildren. His favorite times were spent with
granddaughters, Jayden and Jordyn. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by his fiancée, Bonnie Mahanay of Franklin, GA.; two son and one daughter-in-law, Bobby
Pope of Sharpsburg, GA., and Jared and Jodi Pope of Newnan, GA.; four sisters, Mildred Durrough of
Carrollton, GA., Betty Cassell of Franklin, GA., Jeanette and Don Moon of Tampa, FL., and Shirley and
Cameron Sheppard of Franklin, GA; two brothers, Randy and Lucille Pope of LaGrange, GA., and Harold
and Patricia Pope of Newnan, GA.; two sisters-in-law, Burla Mae Pope of Mableton, GA. , and Becky Pope
of Franklin, GA.; two beloved granddaughters, Jayden and Jordyn Pope of Newnan, GA.; and a number of
nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Lema and Gid Pope; three sisters, Lucrete Cavender, Barbara
Nell Pope, and Janice Pope; and five brothers, Kenneth Pope, Edwin Pope, H. A. Pope, Wendell Pope, and
Jimmy Pope.
Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home of Franklin, Georgia is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Bea Johnson Prince
Mrs. Allie Bea Johnson Prince, age 95 of Franklin, Georgia passed away at the Tanner Medical Center in
Carrollton, Georgia on Wednesday, January 4, 2012.
Funeral services for Mrs. Prince were conducted Saturday, January 7, 2012, at 2:00 P.M. from the
Centralhatchee Independent Methodist Church with the Reverend Eric Jackson officiating. Music was
provided by the Prince Family. Those serving as pallbearers were Marty Prince, Allen Prince, Todd
Turner, Andy Lovern, Matt Milam, and Mike Lavoie. The interment followed in the Centralhatchee Baptist
Church Cemetery.
Mrs. Prince was born on September 25, 1916, the daughter of the late William Dempsey Johnson and
Leola Victoria Truitt Johnson. She was a Methodist by faith. Mrs. Prince retired from The Uniroyal
Manufacturing Company in Hogansville, Georgia. “Miss. Bea” was a lady who loved adventure. She
enjoyed being with her children, and was ready to head for the car when anyone mentioned going to
town. Her wonderful spirit and loving heart made her a favorite of all who knew her. She was a wonderful
mother, and grandmother who opened her door to all who would enter, and many times offered them one
of her wonderful meals. She will be greatly missed.
She is survived by two daughters and one son-in-law, Martha Prince, and Sandra and Doug Nolen, all of
Franklin, GA.; daughter-in-law, Lutrell Prince of Carrollton, GA.; six grandchildren; thirteen great-
grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Albert Glenn Prince, Sr.; son, Albert Glenn Prince,
Jr.; and son-in-law, Ellis Hyatt.
Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home of Franklin, Georgia is in charge of arrangements.
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Mr. Howard Cleveland Adams
Mr. Howard Cleveland Adams, age 83 of Franklin, Georgia passed away on Wednesday, December 14,
2011 at the Hospice LaGrange in LaGrange, Georgia.
Funeral service for Mr. Adams were conducted Saturday, December 17, 2011 at 2:00 P.M. from theTom
Stutts and Son Funeral Home Chapel with the Reverends Mike Watson, Milford Ballenger, and Stanley
Yarborough officiating. The interment will follow in the Mount Zion Methodist Cemetery in Glenn, Georgia.
Music was provided by Mr. Adams grandchildren, Kevin Welch and Kasey Adams, and friends, Ginger
Stutts and Leesa Stutts Cothran. Military Rites were performed by the Fort Benning Army Honor Guard.
Those serving as pallbearers were Adam Welch, Jonathan Adams, II, Jeremy Adams, Kevin Welch, Dillon
Adams, and Jason Adams.
Mr. Adams was born on December 29, 1929, the son of the late Fannie Lucille Whitley Adams and Troy
Howard Adams. He served his country honorably during the Korean Conflict era in Germany. For his
gallantry he received the Germany Occupation Medal. He was a devoted husband, father, and
grandfather who doted on his family. He retired from the West Point Pepperell Manufacturing Company
where he was a Mechanic. Everyone who knew Mr. Adams would have to agree that his great passion in
life had to be that of a farmer and cattleman. He spent hours in the fields with his beloved cows. He was a
member of the Heard County Cattleman’s Association. He was a faithful member of the Glenn Baptist
Church where he served as a deacon. All those who knew him will miss him greatly.
He is survived by his wife Betty Bowen Adams; one daughter, Celia Welch; three sons and daughters-in-
law, Jonathan and Shirley Adams, Joe and Melanie Adams, and Timothy and Heidi Adams; one special
adopted granddaughter; eleven grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren all of Franklin, Georgia.
Tom Stutts & Son Funeral Home of Franklin, Georgia is in charge of arrangements.
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Mrs. Mozelle Forbus
Mrs. Mozelle Street Forbus, age 89 of Newnan, Georgia, formerly of Franklin, Georgia passed away at the
Hospice LaGrange in LaGrange, Georgia on Saturday, December 17, 2011.
Funeral services for Mrs. Forbus will be conducted Tuesday, December 20, 2011 at 2:00 P.M. from the
Olive Branch Baptist Church with the Reverend David Huckaba officiating. She will lie in state 30 minutes
prior to service time at the church. The interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will
receive guests at the Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home in Franklin, Georgia Monday evening December
19, 2011 from 6-8 P.M.
Mrs. Forbus was born in Heard County, Georgia on September 13, 1922, the daughter of the late Mary
Potts Street and Mack Street. “Mrs. Mary” was a woman who had a great capacity to love others. She
devoted the greater part of her life caring for not only her own children but many area children as well.
She provided a home for each little one filled with joy and love. The impact she made in each of them will
remain with them thru their lives. When she was not caring for children, she was ministering to someone
with her wonderful cooking, which she had many times grown in her own garden. She was never idle and
believed in hard work. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother. She will be missed by all who knew
her.
She is survived by three daughters, Ruby Pate (Donald) of Allenhurst, GA., Debra Richardson (Marion
Brown)of Newnan, GA, and Kathy Slauson (Eric) of LaGrange, GA; one sister, Jean Brand of LaGrange, GA.;
one brother, M. L. Street also of LaGrange, GA.; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; one
great-great-grandchild; and two great-great-great-grandchild.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, James Leonard Forbus; two dear sons, Arthur and
Larry Forbus; and sister, Geneva Todd.
Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home of Franklin, Georgia is in charge of arrangements.
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Mr. Jerry Elmer Mathews
Mr. Jerry Elmer Mathews, age 76 of Franklin, Georgia passed away on Thursday, December 15, 2011 at his
home.
Funeral service for Mr. Mathews will be conducted on Sunday, December 18, 2011 at 3:00 P.M. from the
Ridgeway Baptist Church with Mr. Mathew’s son, Reverend Brett Mathews, and son-in-law Reverend Lynn
Janney officiating. The interment will follow in the Prospect Church Cemetery. The family will receive
guests at the Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home in Franklin, Georgia, Saturday, December 17, 2011 from 6-
8 P.M.
Mr. Mathews was born in Heard County, Georgia, on November 2, 1935, the son of the late Elma Loy Cook
Mathews and Clarence Clayton Mathews. He was a retired machinist for the Franklin Aluminum Plant. He
was a faithful member of the Ridgeway Baptist Church. He was a loving husband and father. “Mr. Jerry’s”
life revolved around his family. His greatest joy was to be surrounded by them. He will be greatly missed.
He is survived by his wife Karen Duke Mathews; two daughters and one son-in-law, Kelly and Lynn
Janney, and Mandy Whitney all of Franklin, GA.; two sons and two daughters-in-law, Scott and Susan
Mathews of Mountville, GA., and Brett and Tammy Mathews of Franklin, GA.; eight grandchildren; and two
great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by one beloved son, Keith Mathews.
Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home of Franklin, Georgia is in charge of arrangements.
Submitted 12/18/2011
Mrs. Erma McMaster Nelson
Mrs. Erma Romaine McMaster Nelson, age 92 of Franklin, Georgia passed away at her home on Monday,
December 12, 2011.
Funeral services for Mrs. Nelson will be conducted on Wednesday, December 14, 2011, at 8, 00 P.M. from
the Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive guests at the funeral home one hour
prior to service time. The interment will follow on Friday, December 16, 2011 at the Forrest Lawn Memory
Gardens in Ocala, Florida.
Mrs. Nelson was born in Thomasville, Pennsylvania, on April 18, 1919, the daughter of the late John J.
McMaster and Daisy Frick McMaster. Always the hard worker, Mrs. Nelson retired from the Cole Steel
Company where she was a machine operator. Her every effort in life was done for the wellbeing of her
family. She performed many selfless acts so that their lives would be enriched. After her retirement she
moved to Franklin, Georgia to be close to her daughter, Bonnie and her family. She spent hours in her
flower beds, raising the loveliest of Gods creations. Other than her family, she adored animals. She was a
Lutheran by faith, but enjoyed visiting with her children at their church when she was with them. When
her health declined to the point of being unable to attend church, she watched Dr. Charles Stanley on
Sunday, and read her Bible until she could no longer see. She was a wonderful mother, and grandmother.
She will be greatly missed.
She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Bonnie and Wayne Roach; one granddaughter and
grandson-in-law, Michelle and David Carrol; two grandson Mike and Brett Roach; and two great-
grandchildren, all of Franklin, Georgia.
Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Johnny Mitchell
Mr. Johnny Gerald Mitchell, age 68 of Franklin, Georgia passed away at his home on Monday, November
28, 2011.
A memorial service for Mr. Mitchell will be conducted on Wednesday, November 30, 2011, at 2:00 P.M.
from the Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home Chapel with the Reverend Lynn Janney officiating. The family
will receive guests at the funeral home one hour prior to service time.
Mr. Mitchell was born in Talladega, Alabama on September 9, 1942, the son of the late John Herbert
Mitchell and Alice Jane Williams Mitchell. He was a retired pipe fitter who last worked for Flora Daniel. He
served his country honorably during the Cold War era in both the United States Army and the United
States Air Force. He was a Christian by faith, and was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He will be
greatly missed.
He is survived by his wife Judy Adams Mitchell of Franklin, GA.; three sons and daughters-in-law, Hugh
and Kelly Mitchell of Franklin, GA., Lane and Rhonda Mitchell of Whitesburg, GA., and Clint and Anna
Mitchell of Franklin, GA.; two brothers and one sister-in-law, William R and Mary Frances Mitchell of
Ellenwood, GA., and Jimmy Mitchell of Oxford, AL.; and five grandchildren.
Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home of Franklin, Georgia is in charge of arrangements.
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Mr. Jerry Folds
Mr. Jerry Eugene Folds, age 71 of Franklin, Georgia passed away on Monday, November 28 at the Tanner
Medical Center in Carrollton, Georgia.
Funeral services for Mr. Folds were conducted Thursday, December 1, 2011, at 2:00 P.M. from the Tom
Stutts and Son Funeral Home Chapel in Franklin, Georgia with the Reverend Roy Wysner officiating. Jerry
Nixon offered a moving tribute to his friend, and music was provided by Bryan and Luanne Owensby.
Military Honors were presented by the Robbins Air Force Memorial Honor Guard. The committal followed
in the Carroll Memory Gardens in Carrollton, Georgia. Those serving as pallbearers were Benny Cosper,
Stacy Lawson, J. T. Yearwood, Rodney East, Ray Johnson, Edward Bryan, and Melvin Cole.
Mr. Folds was born in Franklin, Georgia on October 3, 1940, the son of the late Sarah Frances Delaney
Lizzie Beth Daniel Folds and Noah Lee Folds. As a young man he served his country honorably in the
United States Air Force. For his gallantry he received the Outstanding Unit Award/SOGB-334/1964/DAF,
National Defense Service Medal/AFM 900-3, AF Good Conduct Medal (11 July 63-10 July 66) AFM 900-3. He
was retired from the South Wire Manufacturing Company, where he was a Copper Rod Mill Operator. After
his retirement he enjoyed assisting his wife Irene with her business, “Nana Rene’s Antiques and
Collectables”. He was a member of the Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church.”Mr. Jerry” loved music,
and had a wonderful Tenor voice. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.
He was preceded in death by four sisters, Fannie Wright, Myrtie Yearwood, Narcissa Cole, and Ruth East
Denney; and one brother, C G Folds.
He is survived by his wife Irene Hill Folds of Franklin, GA.; one son and daughter-in-law, Greg and Sharon
Folds of Bremen, GA., four sisters, Effie Bea Cole of Franklin, GA., Jewel Bartlett of Franklin, GA., Ruby
Thompson of LaGrange, GA., and Carolyn Johnson also of LaGrange, GA.; two grandsons and one
granddaughter-in-law, Nick and Amanda Folds of Montgomery, AL., and Mitch Folds of Bremen, GA.
Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home of Franklin, Georgia in charge of arrangements.
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Mr. David Daniel
Mr. David Laten Daniel, age 48 of Franklin, Georgia passed away at his home on Sunday, November 13,
2011.
Mr. Daniel was born in Franklin, Georgia on October 17, 1963, the son of the late Bertha Mae Yearta
Daniel and David Callaway Daniel. He was a Christian by faith. David was a warm friendly young man who
never met a stranger. Anyone who knew him would tell you how much he loved to talk. He also loved
horses, and enjoyed fishing. He was deeply devoted to his family, and they were too him. He will be
missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by two sisters and one brother-in-law, Sheena and Robert Jarsey, and Rosie Daniel all of
Franklin, Georgia; one brother, Lawrence Daniel of Florida; and a number of adoring nieces and nephews.
Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home of Franklin, Georgia is in charge of arrangements.
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Mr. Henry Shaw
Mr. Henry Lee Shaw, age 84 of Franklin, Georgia passed away on November 11, 2011 at the Piedmont
Newnan Hospital in Newnan, Georgia.
Funeral services for Mr. Shaw will be conducted at the Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home Chapel on
Sunday, November 13, 2011, at 2:00 P.M. with the Reverend Scott Hannah officiating. The interment will
follow at the Big Springs Baptist Church Cemetery in Omaha, Alabama. The family will receive guests at
the funeral home one hour prior to service time.
Mr. Shaw was born in Whiteson, Oregon on April 3, 1927, the son of the late Martha Olivia Phillips Shaw
and Leon Henry Shaw. He was a Christian by faith. He served his country honorably in the United States
Army during World War II. Mr. Shaw was a Draftsman by trade, and drew up the first blueprints of the very
first C-5A aircraft that Lockheed built. During his lifetime he held many positions, such as logger,
electrician, custodian, builder, dairy farmer, and locksmith. No job was too big or too small. Mr. Shaw was
a "jack of all trades" and excelled at anything he tried. He loved his family and did whatever it took to
provide for them. He was a member of the Civil Defense, the Centralhatchee Masonic Lodge #4403, and
the Scottish American Military Society out of Columbus, Georgia. He always had a smile on his face, was
willing to help anyone, and he knew no strangers. Mr. Hank will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Mrs. Doris Estelle Morman Shaw of Franklin, GA.; one daughter and
son-in-law, Libby and Steve Cummings also of Franklin, GA; three sons and one daughter-in-law, Leroy
Shaw, Portland, OR., Dennis Shaw of Franklin, GA., and Tony and Kathy Shaw also of Franklin, Ga.; five
grandchildren; one great- grandchild; siblings, Jean Creesy, Claudine Shaw, Barbara Howard, Marion
Shaw (brother), Paulette Postell, Mary Belle Erickson, Evelyn Nilson, and Nancy Shroeder. He was
preceeded in death by one sister, Alice.
Tom Stutts and Son Funeral Home of Franklin, Georgia are in charge of arrangements
Submitted 11/12/2011