All Obituaries

James Riley Barron, a beloved family member and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Woodland, Georgia, on May 24, 2023. Born on November 1, 1948, James was a cherished son, brother, uncle, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him. James received his education in the Talbot County school system. He went on to work at the Warm Springs Institute Laundry Department. In his spare time, James enjoyed cooking. He also loved singing with the choir at church and spending...

Mother Willie Mae Evans was born in Talbotton, Georgia, on July 5, 1937, to the late Willie Battle and Martha Louise Battle. Mae joined Shady Grove Baptist Church at an early age under the leadership of Reverend J.S. Streets. After high school, Mae moved to Columbus and joined the Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church, under the leadership of Reverend J.C. Harris and sung in the choir until moving back to Talbotton, late in the 1960s. After she moved back to Talbotton, Mae became a devoted member of...

T T o o n n y y O O ’ ’ N N e e a a l l , , S S r r . ., , w a s b o r n o n December 2, 1965, to the late Jesse and Bessie (Patillio) O’Neal in LaGrange, GA. He was a loving, husband, father, and son. He often enjoyed playing golf with family and friends or building model cars as a favorite pastime. Tony unconditionally loved and adored his family, as they mutually adored him for his love, acceptance, and guidance. Tony O’Neal was preceded in death by his parents,...

Wallace Bowles was born on April 9, 1956, in Woodbury, GA, to the late Lille Mae “Boochie” Bowles. He had one sister, Irene (John W. “Joe”) Slaton, who preceded him in death. Wallace was the first son and third child of ten children. He joined the US Navy at the age of 18 years old. He retired after serving 24 years. He decided to settle in Virginia Beach, VA, where he remained , until he entered into rest with God. Wallace leaves to cherish his memories: his loving...

Gary Tom Mahone attended school in the Meriwether County school system in Woodbury, GA. He loved playing basketball. He was a very friendly spirit with a kind heart and knew no strangers. The community loved him and knew him very well, and he loved them the same in return.  He was preceded in death by his mother, Ernestine Prather-Mahone of Woodbury, GA, and father, Tommy Mahone. Gary leaves to cherish his memories: his sisters, Vivian Mahone (Jessie Bowles) of Manchester, GA, Angela...

We regretfully announce the passing of Bobby Smith III who passed away on May 11,2023. He is the son of Trinette Kendrick Bolling  and Bobby Smith. Details will be updated soon. Licensed Funeral Care Provided by McCoy Funeral Home.

Mr. Eddie Lee Johnson was born February 2, 1951, to Virginia Buchanan and the late Willie Lee Johnson. Eddie transitioned from earth to his heavenly home May 8,2023 at the Warm Springs Nursing Home. Eddie worked as a concrete finisher for 15 years and later drove a cement truck for 32 years, until he retired in 2012. He was United in holy matrimony to Gladys Reeves Johnson. He was a loving husband and father to his family. He leaves to cherish his memories: one daughter, Debbie Johnson;...

We regretfully announce the passing of Mr.Brian Hughes of Warm Springs,GA. Final Care provided by the licensed funeral care providers at McCoy Funeral Home. 

Sherry Ann Copeland was born on December 9, 1950, to the late James Rolen Denson and Mary Magalene Copeland in Manchester, GA. She was the eldest of her siblings but was preceded in death by her brother Rusty Waller and sister Rita Collins. She was married to Eddie L. Copeland who preceded her in death on January 29, 1997. She graduated from Meriwether Training School (MCT) in 1968. She worked several jobs including Goody, Square D and at Hoshizaki America until she retired. Sherry was a...

We regretfully announce the passing of Mr.Samuel Carson on Wednesday April 12,2023 at the VA Decatur Hospital , age 77, of Greenville,GA. A memorial celebration will take place Sunday April 23,2023 2:00pm-6:00pm, address for memorial provided below. Final care provided by the Licensed Funeral Care providers at McCoy Funeral Home.