Mary Bryant McGrady, age 98, passed on September 23, 2020 at Magnolia Manor Marion County Nursing Center, Buena Vista, Georgia.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 A.M., Saturday, October 3, 2020 at Cool Springs Baptist Church Cemetery, 1625 Cool Springs Road, Buena Vista, Georgia.

​Please be mindful that we will adhere to all government recommendations and mandates at all services at this time. We are limiting graveside seating to no more than 10 with masks being strongly encouraged. Other masked attendees are welcomed but will be expected to practice social distancing.

Graveside services are likely to be held on ground that is uneven, which is out of the control of Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. We ask that you take this into consideration when choosing footwear, such as shoes with high, thin heels. Please be advised that Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. will not be held responsible for injuries at a grave site because of this.​

​Precious baby boy Carson Eli Hinton entered eternal rest on September 22, 2020 at Phoebe Sumter Hospital, Americus, Georgia.

Graveside services will be held 11:00 A.M., Monday, September 28, 2020 at Hopewell Independent Church Cemetery, Brooks Mills Road, Rupert, Georgia.

Please be mindful that we will adhere to all government recommendations and mandates at all services at this time. We are limiting graveside seating to no more than 10 with masks being strongly encouraged. Other masked attendees are welcomed but will be expected to practice social distancing.

Graveside services are likely to be held on ground that is uneven, which is out of the control of Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. We ask that you take this into consideration when choosing footwear, such as shoes with high, thin heels. Please be advised that Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. will not be held responsible for injuries at a grave site because of this.

Carson Eli Hinton was born September 22, 2020  at Phoebe Sumter Medical Center in Americus, Georgia.

He didn’t have time to make fingerprints on the wall instead he made fingerprints in the hearts of his parents Greenena Greene & Reginald Hinton Sr.; siblings, Bralyn Williams, Jalyn Williams, Carter Greene, Reginald Hinton Jr., and Dakota Denmark; grandparents, Katherine Sims-Little (Herbert), Willie Lou Hinton and James Hinton; a host of aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Mrs. Caura Felton Johnson, formerly of Marshallville, Georgia, passed September 13, 2020 in Chicago, Illinois.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 A.M., Thursday, September 24, 2020 at the Colonel Felton Cemetery, 502 South Street, Marshallville, Georgia.

Please be mindful that we will adhere to all government recommendations and mandates at all services at this time. We are limiting graveside seating to no more than 10 with masks being strongly encouraged. Other masked attendees are welcomed but will be expected to practice social distancing.

Graveside services are likely to be held on ground that is uneven, which is out of the control of Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. We ask that you take this into consideration when choosing footwear, such as shoes with high, thin heels. Please be advised that Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. will not be held responsible for injuries at a grave site because of this.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider donating to the Caura Felton Johnson Foundation using the address that follows.

Mr. Ernest Jackson, Jr., better known as “Crook,” transitioned on Wednesday, September 16, 2020 at his home.

​Graveside services will be held at 1:00 P.M., Tuesday, September 22, 2020 at Colonel Felton Cemetery, 502 South Street, Marshallville, Georgia.

Please be mindful that we will adhere to all government recommendations and mandates at all services at this time. We are limiting graveside seating to no more than 10 with masks being strongly encouraged. Other masked attendees are welcomed but will be expected to practice social distancing.

Graveside services are likely to be held on ground that is uneven, which is out of the control of Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. We ask that you take this into consideration when choosing footwear, such as shoes with high, thin heels. Please be advised that Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. will not be held responsible for injuries at a grave site because of this.

Mr. Jackson was born on January 11, 1954 to the late Ernest Jackson, Sr. and Louise Skinner Jackson. As an infant, he was reared by the late J.P. Frederick and Nettie Maude Frederick whom he considered his mom and dad. He was preceded in death by his siblings: Johnny Skinner, Jimmy Skinner, Eartha Jackson, Jimmy Jackson, Faye Jackson, Hattie Bell Caldwell, Ernestine Walton, and Jasper Frederick.

Mr. Jackson accepted the Lord Jesus Christ at an early age and joined St. John A.M.E. Church. Ernest was a member of the Historical D.F. Douglass High Class of 1972. He was known as the fastest track runner in the Middle Georgia area where he received numerous trophies for his outstanding accomplishments. He was employed at A.M. Bickley for many years until his health failed him. Many of his hobbies included hunting, fishing, landscaping work, and entertaining his selected group of family and friends. He was known by all as being very direct which you can contribute to his honesty.

Mr. Jackson leaves behind a legacy of love and many cherished memories: his children, Michael Perkins (Monique) Warner Robins, Georgia; Shannon Harris and Jermika Jackson both of Marshallville, Georgia; grandchildren, Sharkyla Arnold, Dywoneica Bryant, Mykeia Perkins, Makayla Perkins, Miyah Perkins, Cierra Harris, Jalyn Harris, and JerKayla Wright; one great grandchild, Kamoria Scherer; sisters and brothers, Mary Lou Jackson, Bettye Jean Martin (William), Nettie Rice (Julius), Eva Taylor (John), Lucious Jackson, Curtis Jackson, L.J. Jackson, Karen McCants (Aaron), Herman Jackson, Gregory Jackson, Cynthia Jackson, Ella Torres (Adalberto), and Jermaine Jackson; one sister-in-law, Janet Skinner; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews, other relatives, and friends including very special nieces, Rena Slappey and Nacema Martin, a very devoted nephew, Aaron Jackson, many devoted cousins, Willie Germany, William Draines, Jr., Jerome Skinner, Trisia Skinner, Ruth A. Felton, and Lawrence Draines, devoted friends, Deon Robinson, Rudolph Felton, and Tommy Harden and a special friend, Paulette Crocker and her kids.

​Spencer L. Banks, age 76, passed on September 17, 2020 at Piedmont Fayette Hospital, Fayetteville, Georgia.

Graveside services will be held at 12:00 P.M., Wednesday, September 23, 2020, Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church, Oliver Street, Buena Vista, Georgia.

Please be mindful that we will adhere to all government recommendations and mandates at all services at this time. We are limiting graveside seating to no more than 10 with masks being strongly encouraged. Other masked attendees are welcomed but will be expected to practice social distancing.

Graveside services are likely to be held on ground that is uneven, which is out of the control of Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. We ask that you take this into consideration when choosing footwear, such as shoes with high, thin heels. Please be advised that Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. will not be held responsible for injuries at a grave site because of this.

Spencer L. Banks was born August 8, 1944 in Jacksonville, Florida. He was preceded in death by his parents Arthur Brown and Annie Bell Myrick. At an early age, he migrated to Buena Vista, Georgia where he lived throughout his childhood and teenage years.

Spencer was a veteran of the United States Army. He served proudly for two and a half (2 ½) years on active duty and four (4) years in the Army reserve. While serving his country, he received Certificates of Appreciation and medals for Good Conduct and National Defense Service.

Upon returning to the workforce, he worked several jobs as he pursued an education in accounting, Spencer was a high school graduate of Buena Vista High and believed in the importance of education. He also labored and worked hard gaining technical skills such as brick laying and carpentry.

Spencer soon planted his feet in the marketplace as a Chemical Specialist of General Chemicals in Atlanta, Georgia. He retired from General Chemicals at the age of 62 with notable recommendations.

Spencer was a modest man of God who loved his family dearly. As a couple of 49 years, he leaves to survive his memory, his wife, Agnes J. Banks, a daughter, Leticia J. Douglas, a special son, Sidney A. Douglas, Sr., five grandchildren Sidney (II), Aisha, Chauncey, Cameron and Seth. He also leaves to honor his life, a loving sister, Joann Banks (Slim), a devoted nephew, Arthur Banks (Tijuana), great nephew Shomirie, great niece Nakimera, three god children, Ashley (TJ), Miguel and Joshua, a mother-in-law, Katherine Jackson, a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, sisters and brothers-in-law and many other family members and friends.

He was well loved and honored. His memory will be well cherished, and his presence forever missed.

​Rosetta Ella Jackson, age 73, passed on September 16, 2020 at the Phoebe Sumter Medical Center, Americus, Georgia.  

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, September 23, 2020 at Eastview Cemetery, Ashby Street, Americus, Georgia.

Please be mindful that we will adhere to all government recommendations and mandates at all services at this time. We are limiting graveside seating to no more than 10 with masks being strongly encouraged. Other masked attendees are welcomed but will be expected to practice social distancing.

Graveside services are likely to be held on ground that is uneven, which is out of the control of Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. We ask that you take this into consideration when choosing footwear, such as shoes with high, thin heels. Please be advised that Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. will not be held responsible for injuries at a grave site because of this.

Rosetta Ella Jackson  was born  April 24, 1947 in Americus, Sumter County, Georgia to Blessie Brown Jackson and late Monroe Jackson Sr. She was educated in the public school system of Sumter County and was a graduate of Sumter County High School.  She worked as a Dietician at the Sumter Hospital. She was a member of Power of Faith Deliverance Church where she served as the mother of the church. Rosetta was known for cooking and her family loved her collard greens.    

Born in a family of thirteen siblings, she was preceded in death by her father, Mr. Monroe Jackson Sr., and two brothers, Monroe Jackson Jr. and James Jackson.

She leaves a legacy of love and loving memories to her beloved family, including the following: a loving mother, Mrs. Blessie Brown Jackson, Americus, Georgia; ten siblings, Curtis (Willa) Jackson, Smithville, Georgia, Annie Ruth J. Angrish, Geraldine Jackson, Robert Jackson, Bell Jackson, Madeline Cooke, Gloria Jackson, Bessie Mae Jackson, and Wallace (Sherlyn) Jackson, all of Americus, Georgia, and Rev. Sallie (Pastor Earl) Williams, Hinesville, Georgia; a host of beloved aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Howard Lewis Walton, age 81, passed on September 15, 2020 at Phoebe Sumter Medical Center, Americus, Georgia.

Graveside services will be held at 1:00 P.M., Saturday, September 19, 2020 at Mt. Olive Baptist Church Cemetery, Moody Road, Tazewell, Georgia.

Please be mindful that we will adhere to all government recommendations and mandates at all services at this time. We are limiting graveside seating to no more than 10 with masks being strongly encouraged. Other masked attendees are welcomed but will be expected to practice social distancing.

Graveside services are likely to be held on ground that is uneven, which is out of the control of Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. We ask that you take this into consideration when choosing footwear, such as shoes with high, thin heels. Please be advised that Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. will not be held responsible for injuries at a grave site because of this.

​Howard Lewis Walton, Sr. was born January 19, 1939 in Buena Vista, Georgia to the late James and Katie Lou Walton. Howard was preceded in death by two children: Gloria Walton & Dennis Walton. He was also preceded in death by four siblings, Hayward Walton, Sr., Elma Walton, Ossie Walton, and Aaron Walton.

Howard Walton, Sr. affectionately known as “Po-Boy” was educated in the public school system of Buena Vista High School. Howard was employed with Redman Mobile Homes for over 29 years! He was a faithful member of Mahalia Chapel A.M.E. Church where he served as the Chairman and Head Steward. He was also a loyal member of the Sons of Allen. Howard loved his family, gardening, and lending a helping hand around the community. 

November 2nd, 1958 Howard Walton married the love of his life Isabelle Jackson. Howard and Isabelle shared sixty-one blessed years together until the Lord called him home on September 15, 2020.

Howard Lewis Walton, Sr. leaves to cherish his good memories to his wife of 61 years, Isabelle Walton, of Buena Vista, Georgia; sons, Fitzgerald Walton (Suzette) of Bluffton, South Carolina; Howard Walton, Jr. of Buena Vista Georgia; Semaj Walton, Knoxville, Tennessee; daughters, Dr. Vanessa Walton-Stewart of Miami, Florida, Sherri Walton-Josey (Derrick) of Buena Vista, Georgia; siblings, Jewel Kelley (Charlie) of Buena Vista, Georgia; Essie Walton and Velma Walton, of Brooklyn, New York; devoted niece, Pamela Arnold, of Miami, Florida; brothers-in-law, Freddie Fitzpatrick (Pearl) of Bonaire, Georgia and Albert Fitzpatrick of Charleston, South Carolina; sisters-in-law, Gussie NeSmith, Tallahassee, Florida, Nevada O’Field, Miami, Florida, Annie Rose Walton of Buena Vista, Georgia, Patricia Ramsey (Alfonzo) of Buena Vista, Georgia; Paulette Jackson of Atlanta, Georgia, Miriam Walton of Stone Mountain, Georgia; aunt, Timmie Bailey of Miami, Florida; uncle, Walter Level, Sr. (Star) of Miami, Florida; uncle, Gene Wedner of Queens, New York; fourteen grandchildren; twenty-one great grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.

​John Louis Jones, age 68, passed on September 15, 2020 at Piedmont Atlanta  Hospital, Atlanta, Georgia.

Graveside services will be held at 12:00 P.M., September 19, 2020 at Davis Chapel A.M.E. Cemetery, Hwy 26 W, Oglethorpe, Georgia. 

Please be mindful that we will adhere to all government recommendations and mandates at all services at this time. We are limiting graveside seating to no more than 10 with masks being strongly encouraged. Other masked attendees are welcomed but will be expected to practice social distancing.

Graveside services are likely to be held on ground that is uneven, which is out of the control of Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. We ask that you take this into consideration when choosing footwear, such as shoes with high, thin heels. Please be advised that Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. will not be held responsible for injuries at a grave site because of this.

John Louis Jones was born to the late Arthur Lee Jones and Katherine Tookes Jones on July 16, 1952. He was a graduate of George Washington Carver High School in Atlanta, GA. On June 1, 1975, he married his lovely wife Annette Swan Jones. He worked and retired as a HVAC technician for the Atlanta Public School system for 32 years. He confessed his belief in God and joined Second Mt. Vernon Baptist Church and served on the usher board.

Life’s race well run, Life’s victory won, Life’s work well done, and now cometh rest. On Tuesday, September 15, 2020. John Louis Jones enter into an eternal rest, where he joins five of his siblings, who went before him: Charlie Jones, Dorothy Jones Morgan, Eddie Jones, Thelma Jones Brooks, and Willie Arthur Jones.

His legacy will live on through his three daughters, Stacy Perry, Atlanta Georgia; Treon Jones, Rex Georgia; Traci Bomar, Warner Robins, Georgia; and two sons, Timothy Thomas (Harldine Thomas) Atlanta, Georgia; John Jones (Scharana Jones) Warner Robins, Georgia, 14 grandchildren, two great grandchildren, siblings, Curtis Jones, Ellaville, Georgia; Hardice Jones (Patrice Jones) Southington, Connecticut; Carolyn Sales (Vermon Sales), Ellaville, Georgia; Alvin Jones, Ellaville, Georgia; aunts, Lula Pearl Hudson, Oglethorpe Georgia; Irene Bias, College Park, Georgia; Ethel Jones, Ellaville, Georgia; and Marie Ray, Jacksonville, Florida, and devoted friends, Willie Turner and Pearl Swanson. Also included are a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and sorrowing friends.

​Goldie Jolly Hariston, age 84, passed on September 15, 2020 at Rockdale Health Care Center, Conyers, Georgia.

Graveside services will be held at 10:00 A.M., Saturday, September 19, 2020 at the Oglethorpe City Cemetery, Memorial Drive, Oglethorpe, Georgia.

​Please be mindful that we will adhere to all government recommendations and mandates at all services at this time. We are limiting graveside seating to no more than 10 with masks being strongly encouraged. Other masked attendees are welcomed but will be expected to practice social distancing.

Graveside services are likely to be held on ground that is uneven, which is out of the control of Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. We ask that you take this into consideration when choosing footwear, such as shoes with high, thin heels. Please be advised that Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. will not be held responsible for injuries at a gravesite because of this.

Goldie Jolly Hariston was born April 27, 1936 in Macon County, Georgia to the late Celia Fowler and the late Thomas Lewis Jolly. She was preceded in death by her brother, Willie B. Jolly, and nephew, Gregory Jolly. She was educated in the public school system of Macon County. At an early age, she accepted Jesus Christ as her personal Savior. She was a faithful member of Changing a Generation Full Gospel Church of Atlanta. Goldie worked as a self-employed beautician. She was married to the late John Hariston.

She leaves her siblings, Ollie Mangram, Jamaica, New York, Margaret McLaughlin (Joe), Jamaica, New York, Florene Smith, Oglethorpe, Georgia, and Mary Ann Fields, College Park, Georgia; a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Freddie Lee Ashmon Sr., age 79, passed on September 2, 2020 at the Houston Medical Center, Warner Robins, Georgia.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at Brown Chapel Baptist Church Cemetery, Hwy 224, Montezuma, Georgia. 

Please be mindful that we will adhere to all government recommendations and mandates to limit the number of attendees at all services at this time. We are limiting the number of attendees to no more than 10 at the funeral home chapel services and graveside services. We thank you for your understanding and patience during this time.

Freddie Malow Ashmon, Sr. ceased from labor to rest on Wednesday, September 2, 2020.  Freddie was born March 14, 1941 to the late Willie Ashmon and the late Florence Haugabook Ashmon.  He was the fourth child of sixteen children born to the union.  Freddie grew up in the Henderson Community of Houston County. The family moved to Macon County whereas he acquired his High school education from the historic Flint River High School.  Freddie met the girl of his dreams in elementary school – Bertha Mae Walters. He said he was “attracted to her outgoing nature and unwavering energy.”  Everyone knew them as boyfriend and girlfriend throughout their school years.  After high school Bertha relocated to Atlanta, Georgia for new opportunities and a fresh start.  Freddie knew in his heart that he was in love with Bertha and decided to intervene.  He drove to Atlanta, Georgia to make his case for a life together.  Shortly after, the couple became one as they were united in marriage in 1960.  This loving union produced one child – Freddie Leonard Ashmon, Jr. and they assumed guardianship of Harris Jefferson, a much beloved nephew.
 
These boys became Freddie and Bertha’s greatest joy.  Freddie, Sr. sat proudly at his son’s graduation from college and later as he was sworn in as County Commissioner.  He remained prayerful when his nephew Harris left to serve in the US Army National Guard, and later as he entered into the field of Criminal Justice.

Freddie was an excellent provider, loving husband, caring and supportive father and one of the nicest human beings on Planet Earth.

He leaves a legacy of love and many sweet memories to his beloved wife of fifty-nine years, Mrs. Bertha Mae Walters Ashmon, son, Freddie L. Ashmon, Jr., nephew, Harris Jefferson;  two grandchildren, Devoron Bernard Ashmon and Raven Danielle Ashmon;  three great nephews, Phoenix Jefferson, Brian Jefferson and Derrick Jordan;  five sisters, Elberta Ashmon Harris, Perry, Georgia, Evangelist Lillie Ruth Ashmon Ambles (Eddie) of Snellville, Georgia, Carolyn Ashmon Tharpe (Elder Richard) of Lilburn, Georgia, Victoria Rice of Snellville, Georgia and Mamie L. Ashmon Mills of Kennesaw, Georgia;  two brothers, Former Mayor Willie J. Larry of Montezuma, Georgia and Shade Ashmon (Hattie) of Augusta, Georgia; his brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law include Joseph Haugabook, Jimmie B. Walters, Anna Ashmon, Nettie Ruth Ashmon, Dr. Rosa Marie Ashmon, Clydie Walters, Lorine Brown, Geraldine Hayes Ashmon, Elizabeth West and Betty Mann; and a host of beloved nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

In remembrance of Freddie (eight sisters and brothers) who have gone on before, WE salute you today with all our love and devotion: We love you, Wylene Ashmon Amadi, Bertha  Ashmon, Delois Ashmon Petterson, Willie H. Ashmon, Nathaniel “P.I.” Ashmon, Willie C. “Red” Ashmon, Calvin Ashmon and Adolphus “Sonny” West.