Jackson, A. E., Mrs.
  Jackson Progress-Argus 19 Mar 1953
Mrs. A. E. Jackson Dies in Atlanta
     Friends of Mrs. A. E. Jackson, 75, of Atlanta and the mother-in-law of Mrs. Jack Jackson, of Jackson, are sorry to hear of her death which occurred in Atlanta Friday afternoon. Mrs. Jackson had. been in poor health for several years.
     Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon in Decatur at Turner's Chapel. Interment was in the Decatur cemetery.
     Survivors include two sons, Jack of Tripoli, N. Africa, and Pollock of Atlanta; two daughters, Mrs. Sam Wallace of Atlanta and Mrs. Charles Adair of Washington; seven grandchildren.
     Attending the funeral rites from Jackson were Mrs. Jack Jackson and Allen and Bobby.

Jackson, Andrew
Jackson Progress Argus 15 Jun 1988
     Andrew Jackson, 71, of Route 1, Flovilla, died June 4 at Sylvan Grove Hospital.
     The funeral was held Thursday, June 9, at 2 p.m. at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church with the Rev. H. R. Wright officiating. Burial was in the China Grove cemetery in Flovilla.
     Mr. Jackson was a native of Butts County, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Jackson. He was a member of Mount Pleasant Baptist Church.
     Survivors include his wife, Missouri Jackson; daughters, Dorothy Tyson, Jeanette Hicks, Lucy Mae Douglas, all of Flovilla, and Christine Henderson of Indian Springs; sons, Charlie Jackson of Flovilla and Arthur Jackson of Cincinnati, Ohio; 14 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; two daughters-in-law; five sons-in-law; two brothers-in-law; five sisters-in-law; several nephews and nieces.
     Trimier - Jackson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Jackson, Annie Mae Parham
Jackson Progress Argus 12 Oct 1963
Mrs. Jackson, Butts Native, Dies in Monroe
     Funeral services for Mrs. Annie Mae Parham Jackson, 70, of Forsyth, native of Butts County, who died Saturday at her home, were held Monday afternoon at the Forsyth Methodist Church with the Rev. Richard Long officiating. Burial was in the Forsyth City Cemetery.
     Though born in Butts County, Mrs. Jackson had spent most of her life in Monroe. She was a member of Mt. Zion Methodist Church. No survivors from Jackson or Butts County are listed.

Jackson, Azalee
Jackson Progress Argus 12 Jan 1967
Miss Jackson Was Buried Cochran
     Funeral services for Miss Azalee Jackson, 79, of Flovilla, formerly of Cochran, who died Sunday in Dodge County Hospital, were held Tuesday afternoon at two o'clock from the chapel of Fisher Funeral Home in Cochran with the Rev. Don Harp and the Rev. Hamp Watson officiating. Burial was in Cedar Hill cemetery.
     Miss Jackson, a native of Carnesville, was a secretary for the Department of Labor in Atlanta for 12 years, and taught school in Dodge County for 26 years. She was a member of the Flovilla Methodist Church.
     Survivors include two brothers, D. Gorham Jackson and Guy D. Jackson Sr., both of Atlanta; two sisters, Mrs. Raymond Edwards of Flovilla and Mrs. W. C. Edwards Sr. of Eastman.

Jackson, Bertha
The Jackson Argus June 14 1901
     Little Bertha Jackson, formerly a Jackson Waif, taken by our authorities from a woman named Smith, and given by Judge Carmichael, several years ago, to R. S. Flowers, of Decatur, who adopted her, was found murdered, in a creek near Flowers' house Monday, her body outraged and mutilated. No clue to the fiend who killed her.

Jackson, Bessie Mae
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Mar 1966
Child Killed Tuesday When Struck By Car
     A three-year-old Negro girl, Bessie Mae Jackson, was struck and believed instantly killed when she darted into the path of an automobile driven by Dennis Mangham near the McKibben White home on State Route 16, East, about four o'clock Tuesday afternoon. The child was rushed to Sylvan Grove Hospital but was pronounced dead on arrival.
     According to Butts County Sheriff J. D. (Bud) Pope, whose office investigated the tragedy, together with the Georgia State Patrol, a group of children were walking along the highway on both shoulders when the little girl, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. M. B. Jackson of Route 2, Jackson, unexpectedly and suddenly moved into the path of the east bound car driven by Mr. Mangham, 18 year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Glynn Mangham, also of Route 2, Jackson. The young boy was on his way home when the accident occurred.
     Sheriff Pope stated that no case was made against the driver since the accident was termed unavoidable.

Jackson, Bobbie
Jackson Progress Argus 30 Apr 1986
     The body of a Jackson woman was found April 23 floating in the Flint River in Clayton County.
     According to Lt. Sandra Thurston of the Jackson Police Department, the body was identified as Bobbie Jackson, 21, of Route 3, Jackson (the 1-75 Mobile Home Park).
     Jackson's body was spotted near a bridge by a passer-by, Thurston said. Thurston said it is believed that Jackson's body had been in the river from three to five days. She had been missing since April 15, the officer stated. Thurston added that Jackson's husband, Emery Jackson, had reported his wife missing on April 18 to the Jackson Police Department. Thurston said the Jackson Police Department received a teletype Wednesday night (April 23) that a body had been found in the Flint River and that the general description fit that of the missing woman. The identification was confirmed Thursday afternoon.
     The Clayton County Police Department and the GBI are continuing the investigation into Jackson's disappearance and death.
     An autopsy was performed, but the results had not been released as of Tuesday afternoon.
Jackson, Charlie
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Jul 1991
     Mr. Charlie Jackson, 62, of Flovilla died June 20.
     The funeral was held Saturday, June 22, at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, with the Rev. H. R. Wright officiating. Burial was in the China Grove Cemetery.
     Mr. Jackson was born in Butts County, son of the late Charlie and Ruby Jackson. He was a member of Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church.
     Survivors include his wife, Carrie E. James of Jackson; daughters. Bertha M. White and Carol Ann Jackson; son, Morris Jackson; father, Buddy Johnson; bothers, Johnny White and Ben McDowell; Taunts, Missouri Jackson, Nora Thurman, Lucy Clark, Judy Jackson, and Dallas Clark; and nieces and nephews.
     Trimier Funeral Home in Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Jackson, David Alan
Jackson Progress Argus 12 Oct 1994
     David Alan Jackson, 30, of Jackson died Sun., Oct. 9.
     Funeral services were held Tues., Oct. 11, in Brooks United Methodist Church with Rev. Billy Lewis officiating. Interment was in Brooks Memorial Gardens.
     Mr. Jackson was born in Spalding County. He was a graduate of the Fayette County High School and was a member of the Brooks United Methodist Church.
     Survivors include mother and stepfather, Dell and Bud Stallings of Jackson; father and stepmother, Alton and Gail Jackson of Brooks; sister and brother-in-law, Sheryl and Rick Gable of Senoia; brother and sister-in-law, Michael and Maria Jackson of Cleveland, OH; step sister, Sandy Coalson of Brooks; and several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
     McCullough Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
                      
Jackson, Ed (Smutty)
Jackson Progress Argus 05 May 1938
Stabbing Fatal To Ed Jackson; Woman In Jail
Police Arrest Fannie Burford on Charges of Murder. Butcher Knife Used in Fatal Stabbing
     Fannie Burford, negro woman about 30 years old, is held in jail charged by police with the fatal stabbing of Ed Jackson alias Smutty, late Saturday afternoon.
The trouble started on Weed street where a group of negroes had congregated. In the general argument Jackson is said to have slapped the Burford woman, and she in turn used a butcher knife in stabbing him in the heart.
     After receiving the fatal thrust Jackson ran for about forty yards and then dropped dead on the street. The knife pierced his heart, slicing it open, officers reported,
Police Chief Charles T. Thornton who was summoned to the scene arrested the Burford woman, She made no effort to escape, Chief Thornton stated.
     Fannie Burford, officers said, was the wife of Bose (Cush) Carswell, killed at Stark about a month ago Jackson, officers explained, had been arrested on several occasions charged with burglary and other crimes. He once served a ten year sentence, Chief Thornton said.
     Charged with murder, the Burford negress will be held in jail pending investigation by the August grand jury.

Jackson, Edna Allen
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Oct 1974
Mrs. Jackson Died On Sunday
     Graveside services for Mrs. Edna Allen Jackson, 61 of 516 Woodland Way, Jackson, were held Monday afternoon at three o'clock from the Jackson City Cemetery with the Rev. Don Folsom, pastor of the First Baptist Church, officiating. Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Jackson died early Sunday morning at the Middle Georgia Hospital in Macon, following a brief illness but a longer period of declining health.
     Mrs. Jackson was born July 11, 1913, in Fulton County, the daughter of the late Mr. Homer C. Allen, Sr. and Mrs. Anice Little Allen both of Monroe county. Before her retirement, Mrs. Jackson was associated with Allen's Hom-Ond Food Store which her family owned and operated for many years. Mrs. Jackson was a member of the First Baptist Church of Jackson and was widely known for her charitable acts toward shut-ins and the bereaved.
     Mrs. Jackson is survived by two sons, Major Edgar A. Jackson of Tuscaloosa, Alabama and Robert M. Jackson of Jackson; a brother, Mike Allen of Jackson; a sister-in law, Mrs. Homer L. Allen of Bainbridge; and five grandchildren.
     In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the building fund of the First Baptist Church.
     Pallbearers were Paul Pruitt, John L. Coleman, M W. Carmichael, Stillwell Ball, Bailey Woodward, Milton Daniel, John Lucken, Hugh Glidewell and M. E. Wade.

Jackson, Elizabeth Hodges
Jackson Progress Argus 10 Feb 1955
Funeral Wednesday For Mrs. Jackson
     Graveside services for Mrs. Elizabeth Jackson, 59, who died in Thomasville Monday night, were held in the Jackson cemetery Wednesday at 4:30 p. m. The Rev. P. M. Minter and the Rev. G. A. Briggs officiated and burial was in the churchyard under direction of Haisten Funeral Home.
     The pallbearers were L. M. Spencer, J. B. White, Clyde Walker, D. VV. Ham, J. VV. O'Neal, W. D. Freeman.
     Burial in Jackson followed funeral services at 11 a. m. Wednesday in the Thomasville Methodist Church.
     Mrs. Jackson, the former Miss Elizabeth Hodges, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. F. M. Hodges, became seriously ill late Monday and death resulted in a few hours.
     She made her home in Thomasville for the last few years and was a member of the Methodist Church. She often visited her sister here, Mrs. Paul Tyler, and had a wide circle of friends in her girlhood home.
     Survivors are three sisters, Mrs. Jim McCart of Atlanta; Mrs. Theo Manley of Griffin and Mrs. Paul Tyler of Jackson; one brother, C. B. Hodges of Atlanta; several nieces and nephews.

Jackson, Frances E.
(See Nelson, Roger W.)
Jackson, Guy DeLacy
Jackson Progress Argus 18 Apr 1968
Guy D. Jackson Buried Monday In Cochran
     Mr. Guy DeLacy Jackson Sr., 76, an Atlanta lawyer and former state warehouse director for the State Department of Agriculture, died Saturday in a private hospital. Mr. Jackson retired from the Agriculture Department in 1958 after serving 21 years and then opened his law practice in Atlanta.
     A native of Cochran, he served a number of terms in the Georgia Legislature as representative from Bleckley County and in the state Senate, representing the 14th district. He was President pro tem of the Senate in the 1931-32 session. He earned his Master's Degree at Woodrow Wilson School of Law and was a member of the Masons in Cochran.
     Funeral services were held at 10 :30 o'clock Monday morning with interment at Cedar Hill Cemetery at Cochran.
     Survivors include his wife the former Marie Walker; a son, Guy D. Jackson Jr., Atlanta; a daughter, Mrs. L. W. Dykes, Chamblee; two sisters, Mrs. Raymond Edwards, Flovilla; and Mrs. W. C. Edwards, Eastman, and a brother, D. Gorham Jackson, Atlanta.

Jackson, Henry A.
The Jackson Progress-Argus May 20, 1921
Accidental Shot Fatal To Youth.
Henry Jackson, prominent Jenkinsburg young man, met death Friday. Lived for few hours.
     Shot through the kidney and his spinal column broken as a result of an accidental discharge of a shotgun, Henry Jackson, 19 years old, of Jenkinsburg, died Friday night at 8 o'clock. He lived for four hours after being fatally wounded.
     The accident, one of the most regrettable in years, occurred Friday afternoon about 4 o'clock while young Jackson together with a number of boy friends were fishing on the Towaliga pond in what is known as Watkins Bottoms. The deceased and Mr. H. S. Martin, owner of the gun, were sitting on a rock, and in attempting to get up the gun fell against the rock causing the weapon to go off. The entire discharge went through young Jackson's body. The gun, a Smith hammerless, it is supposed fired from the concussion. Medical assistance was immediately summoned and Dr. J. W. Harper and Dr. J. M. Thaxton responded to the call and did everything possible to save the life of the unfortunate young man. However, the wounds were of such a serious nature that death resulted early Friday night.
     The tragedy cast a profound gloom over the entire community and came as a great shock to the family and hosts of friends. Mr. Jackson was a member of a leading family of the county. He was born March 1, 1902, and therefore was just a little over 19 years of age. He is survived by his father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Jackson, and one sister, Miss Ollie Lou Jackson. His grandfather, Mr. H. G. Asbury, also survives.
     Mr. Jackson was a member of the Baptist church, where the funeral services were conducted Sunday morning. Rev. E. C. Wilson, pastor of the Jenkinsburg Methodist church, officiated. Many friends and relatives gathered to pay the deceased a last tribute.
     In the great sorrow that has come upon them the family have the cordial sympathy of hosts of friends.
  
Jackson, J. A., Rev.
Jackson Progress-Argus January 26, 1917
Rev. J. A. Jackson Dies at Home in McDonough
     McDonough, GA., Jan. 21 Rev. J. A. Jackson, one of the best known Baptist ministers in Georgia, died at his home here this morning after a long illness. Mr. Jackson, who was 72 years old, had been unable to do active work for some time. Recently when a protracted meeting was held in his old church his friends had a telephone line strung from the church to his bedside so that he was able to hear all that took place at the session where he was wont to be a leading figure.
     The funeral will take place Tuesday morning at 11 o'clock in Bethany cemetery. Rev. H. E. Adamson, of Morrow, and Rev. I. G. Walker, of Locust Grove will officiate. The deceased is survived by two sons, R. O. Jackson, former county school superintendent, and J. H. Jackson, of Jenkinsburg, and four daughters, Mrs. Josie Elliott, Mrs. E. C. Carter, Mrs. O. E. Cathey and Mrs. L. B. McCullough.

Jackson, J. M.
Jackson Progress Argus 25 Oct 1973
Mr. Jackson Buried At Greenwood
     Mr. J. M. Jackson, 66, of Route 2, Jackson, died at Sylvan Grove Hospital Saturday afternoon, October 20th, about 1:30 o'clock. Death was attributed to congestive heart failure. Mr. Jackson had been admitted to the hospital Friday.
     Mr. Jackson resided on the Monticello Highway, near the Yellow Creek Bridge and had lived in Butts County for about two years.
     Funeral services were held Tuesday, October 23rd, at eleven o'clock from. Ward's Glenwood Chapel with the Rev. Marlin H. Day officiating. Interment was in Greenwood Cemetery with Horis A. Ward, Inc. in charge of arrangements.
     There were no known immediate survivors.

Jackson, Jack
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Jul 1983
     Jack Jackson, 69, of 20 Azalea Drive, Cocoa Beach, Fla., died July 4 at Wuesthoff Memorial Hospital in Rockledge Fla. following an extended illness.
     Mr . Jackson was president of Con-Fab Corporation in Melbourne, Fla., and president of Poly Enterprises in Grant, Fla. He was retired from the Corps of Engineers.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Renate Jackson of Cocoa Beach' sons, Michael R. Jackson of Cocoa Beach, Allen Jackson of Fort Polk, La., and Robert (Bob) Jackson of Jackson, Ga.; five grandchildren.
     Services were held Friday at 2 p.m. at Beckman - Williamson Funeral Home. in Cocoa Beach.

Jackson, Jannie Bell Crawford
Jackson Progress Argus 30 Sep 1992
     Jannie Bell Crawford Jackson died Wed., Sept 23, 1992 at Griffin Spalding Hospital.
     Funeral services were held Monday at Friendship Baptist Church with Rev. Virgil Sims officiating. Interment was in the China Grove Cemetery.
     Mrs. Crawford was born Sept 15, 1908 in Butts County, daughter of the late Pazada and George Jones.
     She was a member of the Friendship Baptist Church where she served on the mother and missionary board.
     Survivors include daughters Ethel Mae Freeman, Ruby McMichael and Florine Andrews, all of Jackson; 14 grandchildren; 17 great granchildren; five great great granchildren; and other relatives.
     Trimier Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Jackson, Jimmie Lee Coady Lummus
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Feb 1983
     Mrs. Jimmie Lee Jackson, affectionately known as Granny Lummus, 88, of Flovilla died the morning of Feb. 16 at Georgia Baptist Hospital after a short illness.
     Born in Jeff Davis County, Mrs. Jackson spent most of her life in Butts County. She was a member of Shady Grove Baptist Church in Flovilla.
     Survivors include four sons, Bill Lummus of Forsyth, Clinton Lummus Jr. and Howard Lummus, both of Jackson, and Robert Lummus of Conyers; six daughters, Mrs. Clifford Bullebush of Oxford, Mrs. Theresa Lummus of Flovilla, Mrs. Natoma Coleman of Jackson, Mrs. Lucille Henson of Jackson, Mrs. Mae Hobbs of Flovilla, and Mrs. Judy Bridges of Columbus, Ohio; 46 grandchildren, 84 great-grandchildren, 13 great-great-grandchildren.
     Services were held Friday at 4 p.m. at Shady Grove Baptist Church with the Rev. Roy Vaughn and the Rev. A. L. Price officiating. Burial was in the Macedonia Baptist Church cemetery.
     Sherrell Funeral Horne was in charge of arrangements.

Jackson, John Harvey
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Mar 1957
J. H. Jackson Dies in Auto Crash Tuesday
    J. H. Jackson, 82, a retired farmer of Jenkinsburg, was killed and his wife and another companion were injured early Tuesday afternoon when their car collided with a truck at a street intersection in Monticello.
    The driver of the car, W. M. Gallman, 72, Jenkinsburg was taken to Macon Hospital with severe lacerations of the head, face and arms and Mrs. Jackson was hospitalized in Monticello with lacerations of the head and both arms.
    The trio had apparently been to the Monticello Hospital where Mr. Jackson received a medical checkup shortly before the accident. State Trooper J. L. Hawkins, who investigated the accident, said that the Gallman car apparently failed to stop at an intersection and crashed into a truck driven by John Wesley Manning of Monticello, who was reported as uninjured.
    Haisten Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements for Mr. Jackson. Funeral plans were still indefinite early Wednesday.
    Survivors include his wife and one daughter, Mrs. R., T. Edmondston of Asheville, N. C.

Jackson Progress-Argus April 4, 1957
Funeral Services for J. H. Jackson Held Thursday
     Funeral services for Mr. John Harvey Jackson, 82, of Jenkinsburg, killed instantly Tuesday afternoon, March 26, in an auto-truck collision in Monticello, were held Thursday afternoon at three o'clock at the Jenkinsburg Baptist Church with the Rev. Don Welch, Rev. Kenneth Payton and Mr. Odell Cleveland officiating. Burial was in the Jenkinsburg cemetery under the direction of Haisten Funeral Home.
     Mr. and Mrs. Jackson were passengers in the car driven by W. M. Gallman of Jenkinsburg. The Butts count party were on their way home after visiting the Jasper Memorial Hospital where Mr. Jackson Had received treatment when the traffic mishap occurred. The collision took place at the intersection of the Covington highway and the road leading to the hospital. Mr. Jackson, in the back seat, was crushed to death upon impact. Mr. Gallman sustained serious injuries and was taken to the Macon Hospital. Mrs. Jackson, in the front seat, opposite the driver, was less seriously injured. The trick driver was not hurt. The car was completely demolished.
     Mr. Jackson was a well known and prominent citizen of Jenkinsburg where he had lived for many years. A retired farmer, he was a member of the Jenkinsburg Baptist Church.
     Survivors include his wife; one daughter, Mrs. R. T. Edmondston of Asheville, N. C.; two sisters, Mrs. O. E. Cathey and Mrs. Ida Carter, both of McDonough; three grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were Harry Ridgeway, Herman Apple, John O. Minter, W. J. Saunders, Frank Childs and Hughie Hooten.
     
Jackson, John M.
  Jackson Progress Argus, June 28, 1945
Former Jackson Railroad Agent Taken by Death
     John M. Jackson, former agent for the Southern Railway System in Jackson for several years and for the last 13 years a resident of Eastman, died in a Macon hospital Sunday night after a heart attack. He had been in declining health for some time and had retired from active duty.
     Coming to Jackson from Juliette, where he was agent and largely interested in farming and livestock growing, Mr. Jackon was one of the most popular agents ever to serve the Southern in this city. He was also active in civic affairs.
     He is survived by his wife and two sons, Dr. John L. Jackson of Statesboro; Hiram N. Jackson, USNR, stationed at Emory Dental College in Atlanta; two daughters, Mrs. E. C. Paul of Eastman and Mrs. W. M. Wade of Baxley.
     Funeral services were held at the Methodist church in Eastman Tuesday afternoon.
  
Jackson, John Semril
Jackson Progress Argus 07 Jan 1965
John S. Jackson, Former Resident, Died in Macon
    Friends here regret to learn of the death of Mr. John Semril Jackson, 73, of 159 Auburn Ave., Macon, who died Sunday, January 3, at his home following a lengthy illness.
    He was the husband of the former Miss Gladys Andrews, now deceased, of this county. He came to Butts County from South Carolina when Georgia Power Company began operation at the power house on Jackson Lake. He had lived in Macon for 40 years and was a retired employee of Georgia Power Company.
    Funeral services were conducted from Hart's Mortuary at 11 o'clock Tuesday morning. Burial was in Macon Memorial Park.

Jackson, Leonora Virginia Willis
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Jul 1933
Mrs. T. B. Jackson Is Called at Age of 86
     The death of Mrs. Leonora Virginia Jackson, widow of the late Mr. T. B. Jackson, prominent Confederate veteran, occurred at her home in Monroe county Sunday morning at 6:30. Mrs. Jackson was 86 years of age and one of the prominent and beloved women of her section.
     She was born and reared near Berner and was a daughter of George and Susan Willis, former leading citizens of Monroe county. She was a member of Sunshine Methodist church and was widely beloved for her fine qualities of character,
     Surviving Mrs. Jackson are two daughters, Mrs, J. M. Smith, of Barnesville, and Mrs. E. M. Williams, of Juliette; four sons, O. G., J. S. and L. W. Jackson, of Berner, and W. L. Jackson of Dodge county; one sister, Mrs. Amos Ponder, of Berner, and a brother, George Willis, of Laurens county.
     Funeral services were held at the Jackson family cemetery Monday morning at 11 o'clock, with Rev. Crowder Mays officiating. Interment was in the family lot in the graveyard.

Jackson, M. B.
Jackson Progress Argus 27 Nov 1985
     M. B. Jackson of Route 3, Jackson, the Griffin Road, died Nov. 20 at his home following a brief illness.
     Mr. Jackson was a native of Butts County, son of the late Clarence and Alberta Holland Jackson.
     Survivors include his wife, Bernice Jackson; daughters, Carolyn Ward and Dorothy Grier, both of Jackson; sons, Marvin Jackson of New York, and Robert Lee and Clarence Jackson, both of Jackson; stepsons, Curtis Lee and Joe Tyson, both of Atlanta, and Willie Lee Tyson of Jackson; four grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
     The funeral was held Sunday at 1:30 p.m. at Lizzie Berry Baptist Church with the Rev. Clarence Norris officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.
     Trimier-Jackson Funeral Service was in charge of arrangements.

Jackson, Mary Goodman
  Butts County Progress April 8, 1910
Aged Lady Dies From Paralysis
     The death of Mrs. Mollie Jackson, sister of Mr. T. J. Goodman, of this city, took place Saturday, following a stroke of paralysis on Tuesday night before. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon from the Jackson Baptist church. Interment was in the Jackson cemetery.
     Mrs. Jackson, who was about 70 years of age, belonged to a prominent family. One of her brothers, Wiley Goodman, formerly ordinary of Butts county, died recently at his home in Florida. She is survived by a brother, Mr. T. J. Goodman, and other relatives. The family of the deceased has the sincere sympathy of a host of friends.

The Jackson Argus April 8, 1910
Mrs. Mollie Jackson Passes Away.
     Last Saturday afternoon at three o'clock, Mrs. Mollie Jackson passed away at the home of her brother, Mr. J. T. Goodman, on Covington street. Mrs. Jackson suffered a slight stroke of paralysis several months ago and although able to be up was never very strong, and Tuesday night of last week was again stricken and became unconscious and speechless, in which state she lingered until Saturday afternoon when her spirit went to God who gave it. Mrs. Jackson was a most loveable Christian character and wherever she lived she made hosts of friends. Her gentle sweet life has left its impress for good on all with whom she was associated. She was the daughter of Rev. John Goodman who was one of the charter members of the Baptist church.
     The funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon by Dr. R. VanDeventer, at the Baptist church where she had been a most consistent member. The interment was in the city cemetery.
     The sleep of death to the Christian is but the prelude to a joyful day.

Jackson, Myrtle Bryant
  The Jackson Progress-Argus February 19, 1926
Mrs. Leon Jackson Claimed By Death.
     The death of Mrs. Leon Jackson, 33 years of age, occurred at Chauncey, Ga., Sunday night. The body was carried to Flovilla Monday for funeral and interment. Funeral services were held at the Flovilla Baptist church at 2 o'clock, with Rev. W. J. Waits officiating. Interment was in the Flovilla cemetery.
     Mrs. Jackson, before marriage was Miss Myrtle Bryant, of Flovilla. She was a member of the Cabiness Baptist church. She is survived by her husband and five children; her father, Mr. H. J. Bryant, of Monroe county and two sisters.
     Mrs. Jackson had many friends and relatives in the county who were pained to know of her passing.

Jackson, Ola Louise Asbury
Jackson Progress Argus 14 Feb 1963
Mrs. J. H. Jackson Passes Sunday at Asheville Home
     Mrs. J. H. (Ola Louise) Jackson, 82, former resident of Jenkinsburg who had lived in Asheville, N. C. since the death of her husband six years ago in an automobile accident in Monticello, died Sunday in a private nursing home in Asheville.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements, with Mrs. Jackson's body being brought to Jackson late Monday.
     Funeral services were conducted Tuesday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock from the Jenkinsburg Baptist Church with the Rev. Don Welch and the Rev. Gerald Kersey officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery.
     Mrs. Jackson was a member of the Jenkinsburg Baptist Church.
     She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Ollie Lou Edmondson of Asheville, N. C.; two sisters, Mrs. J. B. Childs of Atlanta; Mrs. Billy Mitchell of Atlanta; two brothers, Austin Asbury of Atlanta; John A. Asbury of New York; three grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were J. O. Minter, Marvin Farrar, Taylor Patrick, Bankston Farrar, T. H. Price and W. J. Saunders.

Jackson, Pap
The Jackson Progress-Argus August 2, 1929
Aged Negro Killed By Southern Train
Started across railroad track when hit by fast northbound train. Familiar figure in Jackson.
     Pap Johnson, an aged and respected negro man, was instantly killed when struck by the fast northbound passenger train of the Southern Railway System Thursday afternoon, July, 25. He was attempting to cross the track and being deaf was unable to hear the train as it approached at rapid speed.
     The body was hurled several feet and was mangled by the terrific impact. Many of the limbs were broken and the body otherwise mangled. Death was said to have been instantaneous.
     Some of those gathered at the depot as the fast Kansas City Special approached tried to pull the aged man clear, but he is said to have jerked away and ran into the path of the engine.
     "Pap" as he was known to the citizens of the community, is said to have been born in Jasper county. He resided here for a long period of years and was an industrious type of ante-bellum negro. His age was placed at well above 80 years.
     He appears to have had but few relatives. The body was turned over to local undertakers for funeral and interment.
  
Jackson, Paul E.
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Feb 1991
     Mr. Paul E. Jackson, 69, of Jonesboro died Feb. 6 a t South Fulton Hospital.
     The funeral was held Saturday, Feb. 9, at Pope Dickson's Jonesboro Chapel. Burial was in Westminister Cemetery. Mr. Jackson was a self employed electronics engineer.
     Survivors include his wife, Mary Jackson; sons, Paul Jackson Jr. of Jonesboro, and Ronald Jackson of Beaver Creek, Ohio; daughter, Charlene Lawson of Jackson; grandchildren, Michelle Shockley of Jackson, Donald Shockley, Paula Lawson, and Robert Lawson of Jacksonville, Fla.; grandson, Donald Shockley III of Jacksonville; brothers, Carl Jackson of Roswell, and Harold Jackson of Athens.
     Pope Dickson & Son, Jonesboro Chapel was in charge of arrangements.

Jackson, Roscoe Lewis
Jackson Progress Argus 01 Jun 1967
Jackson Copter Pilot Killed In Crash Monday
     The C&S helicopter which served the Jackson National Bank crashed Monday morning at the DeKalb-Peachtree Airport killing the pilot and mechanic who were reportedly taking up the helicopter on a series of test flights.
     Dead were Roscoe Lewis Jackson, 31, of 104 Manuel Drive, Marietta, who piloted the helicopter for the Citizens & Southern National Bank, and Bloyce C. Grogan, 31, of 1562 Drayon Woods Drive, Tucker, a mechanic for Atlanta Helicopter Service. Witnesses to the tragedy gave conflicting reports, some saying the craft appeared to explode in the air while others thought a blade came off the rotor first.
     Mr. Jackson had flown the helicopter that had picked up the bank journal at the Jackson National Bank since the air service was inaugurated here shortly after the opening of the new Jackson National Bank building.

Jackson, Sallie, Mrs.
  Middle Georgia Argus October 7, 1892
Obituary.
Mrs. Sallie Jackson departed this life on Sunday Sept. 11th 1892
at Island Shoals Ga.
     It is so sad to think of one with only twenty-five summers being taken from her loved ones but God in his wisdom saw fit to take her home.
     She joined the church quite young and lived a devoted christian life.
     She bore her sickness and suffering with Christian fortitude and resignation thereby assuring her loving father, mother and many friends her preparation to meet our God in peace. Oh! How beautiful.
O bereaved ones follow her example,
To the green pastures vernal,
Where the lambs have gone before,
With the shepherd evermore.
Sarah A. Thomas.
  
Jackson, Sarah C. Maddox
  Jackson Progress Argus 13 Jan 1955
Mrs. Jackson Lost Life in Accident In Miami, Florida
     Funeral services for Mrs. Sarah C. Maddox Jackson, 37, of 26 N. W. 26th Street, Miami, Fla.; were held December 29 at Wilhelm Funeral Home, 5995 Sunset Drive, South Miami, Fla.
     Mrs. Jackson was drowned when the car in which she was riding crashed into Snapper Creek Canal on Christmas morning.
     Mrs. Jackson was born and reared in Butts county, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. M. S. Maddox. The family had resided in Miami for several years.
     Survivors are three sons, William Edward Jackson, US Navy, San Diego, Calif.; James Watts Jackson and Robert Merrill Jackson; two sister, Mrs. Margia Stroup, of Miami Fla. and Mrs. Rosebud Martin of Conley; four brothers, J. Watts Maddox of Corbin, Ky.; Arthur S. Maddox of Jacksonville, Fla.; Frank S. Maddox of East Point and Lee Byron Maddox of Indian Springs.
     Messrs. Lee Byron Maddox, J. Watts Maddox and Frank S. Maddox and Mrs. Rosebud Martin attended the funeral.
     
Jackson, Thomas J.
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Feb 1972
Macedonia Burial For Mr. Jackson
     Funeral services for Mr. Thomas J. Jackson, 99, of Route 2, ,Griffin, a native of Butts County, were held Thursday afternoon at two o'clock in Griffin from the chapel of Pittman Rawls Funeral Home. Rev. Calvin Davis officiated with interment in Macedonia Baptist Church Cemetery in Butts County. Pittman Rawls Funeral Home of Griffin was in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Jackson died at the Griffin-Spalding County Hospital early Wednesday morning, February 23rd, after being a patient.

Jackson, Walter L., Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 26 Aug 1992
     Walter L. Jackson Sr., 57, died Tuesday, Aug. 18, 1992 of cancer at a Macon Hospital.
     A native of Upson County, he was a popular gospel music disc jockey for radio station WDDO in Macon, after beginning in radio in Butts County.

Jackson, Willie
Jackson Progress Argus Apr 1979
Jackson Rites Held Saturday
     Funeral services for Willie Jackson, of Route 2, Jackson, were held Saturday afternoon, March 31st at two o'clock from the Chapel of Trimier Funeral Home with the Rev. Grady Head officiating. Interment was in Macedonia Cemetery.
     Mr. Jackson died March 25th at the Westbury Nursing Home.
     Mr. Jackson is survived by his wife, Mrs. Irene Jackson, one sister, and a host of other relatives and friends .
     Abe Trimier Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Jacobs, Julius C.
Jackson Progress Argus 15 Jul 1937
Two Vienna Boys Killed In Wreck
Motorcycle Ridden by Hargrove and Jacobs Struck by Truck near Locust Grove Tuesday Night
     McDonough, Ga., July 13.-- Two young men identified by Sheriff H. M. Amis as John Hargrove, Jr., and Julius C. Jacobs, both of Vienna, Ga., were killed near Locust Grove tonight when a motorcycle they were riding struck a truck loaded with watermelons.
     Sheriff Amis said the young men had been following a large south bound truck and attempted to pass it, crashing into the north bound melon truck.
     He said identification was made through cards found on clothing of the young men and by a former resident of Vienna.
     Their parents were notified and, were reported en route here to a funeral home where the bodies were taken.
     The motorcycle burned after the crash. Neither truck would be held, Sheriff Amis said.

Jamerson, Andrew McDonald, Dr.
Butts County Progress January 27, 1911
Dr. A. M. Jamerson Died On Wednesday
     The death of Dr. A. M. Jamerson, a former citizen of Jackson, took place at his home at Hapeville Wednesday night. The deceased was about 51 years of age. The funeral will be held at Yatesville today and will be conducted by the Masons. Dr. Jamerson is survived by his wife and five children, B. L., of Atlanta, W. W. and L. P. of Griffin, Miss Carrie Jamerson and Ralph Jamerson, of Hapeville.

Jamerson, Annette
  The Jackson Progress-Argus October 27, 1916
Annette Jamerson Is Called By Death
     Little Annette Jamerson, aged 10, oldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L. P. Jamerson, and granddaughter of Mrs. P. R. Watkins, of this city, died Monday morning at the home of her parents in Atlanta. The body was brought to Jackson Tuesday afternoon for interment, the short funeral service at the grave being conducted by Rev. Olin King. Mr. and Mrs. Jamerson are former residents of Jackson and have many warm friends who deeply sympathize with them in their great sorrow.

Jamerson, Julia Antoinette "Nettie" Alford
The Jackson Progress-Argus August 31, 1928
Mrs. A. M. Jamerson Summoned By Death.
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Jamerson regret to learn of the death of their mother, Mrs. A. M. Jamerson, Friday morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. W. E. Kimball.
     Mrs. Jamerson was the widow of Dr. A. M. Jamerson, widely known and beloved physician for a number of years in Jackson. By her genial disposition and many splendid traits of character she endeared herself to many friends who have remained dear to her even though she resided elsewhere.
     Funeral services were held in Hapeville Friday afternoon and interment was at the old home of the Jamerson's at Yatesville.
     Mrs. Jamerson is survived by a daughter, Mrs. W. E. Kimball, of Hapeville; three sons, B. L. Jamerson, of Atlanta; W. W. Jamerson, of Jackson, Ga.; and R. W. Jamerson, of Pittsburg, Pa;
     A brother, Warner A. Alford, of Columbia, Ga. several grandchildren and a great-grandchild.
  
Jamerson, Julia Verle Pope
Jackson Progress Argus 09 May 1974
Mrs. Jamerson Buried Here On Sunday
     Mrs. William White Jamerson, 86, of 671 Covington Street, died Thursday morning at 1:45 o'clock at Sylvan Grove Hospital following a long illness.
      The former Miss Julia Pope, she was born May 22, 1887 in Jasper County, the daughter of the late Mr. Sherrod Malone Pope of Jasper County and the late Mrs. Annie Baldwin Pope of Baldwin County.
     She was a member of the Jackson United Methodist Church and for twenty or more years was a member of the Mimosa Garden Club. She was the last charter member of her garden club.
     Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon, May 5th, at three o'clock from the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with Rev. Donald Gray, pastor of the Jackson United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Pallbearers were Danny Hoard, Herman Waits, Bob Jackson, W. L. Vaughn, Bill Holloway, and Billy Leverette.

Jamerson, Lilburn Pierce
  The Jackson Progress-Argus June 11, 1920
Mr. L. P. Jamerson Is Called To Final Reward.
     After an illness of some time, Mr. L. P. Jamerson, 38 years of age, died at his home in Atlanta Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock. He suffered from a complication of diseases and death was not unexpected.
     Mr. Jamerson was well and favorable known in Jackson, where he formerly resided for several years, being associated with his father, the late Dr. A. M. Jamerson, in the drug business. He had many friends here who were saddened at his passing. At the time of his death he was connected with the American Pump and Tank Co.
     Funeral services were held in Atlanta, and the body was shipped to Jackson Saturday morning and short services were held at the grave, Rev. S. R. England officiating. Interment was in the family lot in the Jackson cemetery.
     Surviving Mr. Jamerson are his wife, who was Miss Lucy Watkins of Jackson before her marriage, two daughters, Misses Florence and Francis Jamerson; his mother, Mrs. Nettie Jamerson; one sister, Mrs. Eugene Kimball, Hopeville; three brothers, Ralph W. Jamerson, Birmingham, Ala.; B. L. Jamerson, Atlanta, and W. W. Jamerson, of Jackson.
  
Jamerson, Robert Steven
Jackson Progress Argus 04 May 1978
Mr. Jamerson Died Monday In Griffin
     Mr. Robert Steven Jamerson of Hollonville Road, Griffin, died early Monday at the Griffin-Spalding County Hospital of injures sustained Sunday night when hit by an automobile on West Taylor Street.
     A lifelong resident of Griffin, he was employed with Bob Smith Construction Company.
     Mr. Jamerson is survived by a daughter, Miss Misty Jamerson of Griffin; a son, Jack Jamerson of Jackson; his mother, Mrs. Leona Hutsebaut of Hollywood, Fla.; two sisters, Mrs. Loretta Noel of Griffin and Mrs. Mary Sullivan of Ocala, Fla.: a brother, Wallace Jamerson of Bethsheba, Ma.; four half brothers, the Rev. Marvin Jimmerson of Jonesboro, Neil Jimmerson, Noan Jimmerson, both of Griffin; and Herbert Jimmerson of New London, Conn.
     Funeral plans will be announced by McDonald Chapel.

Jamerson, William White
  Jackson Progress Argus 31 Jul 1952
W. W. Jamerson Called By Death
     William White Jamerson, 66, retired groceryman and well known resident of the county died at his home at Indian Springs, Friday at 6 p. m. as a result of a sudden illness.
     Mr. Jamerson, who spent most of his life in Butts county, was a son of the late Dr. Andrew Jamerson and Mrs. Antonette Alfrord Jamerson. At one time he was engaged in grocery business in Jackson and then served a long connection with H. V. Keil Company at Fort Valley. Retiring from active business several years ago he moved to Indian Springs where he built a home and erected a motor court and conducted a novelty business as a hobby. He resided in Florida for several years during the twenties.
     He was a member of the Jackson Methodist Church and was a Mason.
     Funeral services were .held Sunday at 3 p. m. at the Jackson. Methodist Church with the Rev. P. M. Minter, pastor and Dr. Henry Jones of Griffin officiating. The pallbearers were Joe Sellers; J. W. Clark, J. E. Hollingsworth, John Sanders, J. W. O'Neal and P. H. Weaver.
     Members of Fort Valley Lodge No. 110 F&AM had charge of the graveside services. Burial was in the Jackson cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangement.
     Survivors are his wife, the former Miss Julia Pope of Jackson; one daughter, Mrs. F. C. Rossey of Jackson; a son, W. W. Jamerson Jr. of Jacksonville, Fla.; one sister Mrs. Eugene Kimble of Hapeville; one brother, Ben Jamerson of Norcross; three grandchildren and one great grandson.

Jamerson, William White, Jr.
Jackson Progress Argus 14 Sep 1961
W. W. Jamerson Died Tuesday of Extended Illness
    Funeral services for Mr. William White Jamerson, Jr., 53, of Jacksonville, Fla. and Indian Springs, who died Tuesday at Veterans Hospital No. 48, Atlanta following an extended illness, were held Wednesday afternoon at four o'clock at Jackson Methodist Church with the Rev. W. L. Cawthon, pastor, officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
    Son of Mrs. Julia Pope Jamerson and the late Mr. William White Jamerson, Sr., he was born in Augusta but spent most of his young life in Jackson where he was educated in the local school system. During his high school days he gained considerable fame as an athlete, starring both in football and baseball. After graduation he attended the University of Georgia and when his college career was terminated was employed by Texaco Company as a salesman.
    During World War II he attended and graduated from Officer Candidate School and served as a Lieutenant in the U. S. Army.
    He was owner of the Jamerson Tire Company in Jacksonville, Fla. and a member of the Jacksonville Southside Methodist Church.
    Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Athalee Paschal Jamerson of Indian Springs; one daughter, Miss Julie Ann Jamerson of Indian Springs; mother, Mrs. W. W. Jamerson, Sr., Indian Springs; one sister, Mrs. F. C. Rossey, Sr., Indian Springs; several nieces and nephews.
    Pallbearers were Dan Hoard, W. L. Holloway, Sam Reddick, H. L. Ballance, Jim Sexton and Bob Oliver.

James, Alberta
Jackson Progress Argus 05 Feb 1992
     Mrs. Alberta James, 92, of Flovilla died Jan. 22.
     Funeral services were conducted Jan. 25 at China Grove Baptist Church, with the Rev. A M. Thurman officiating. Interment was in China Grove Cemetery.
     Mrs. James was born in Butts County. She was a member of China Grove Baptist Church.
     Survivors include her daughter, Carrie Jackson; sons, Clem, Willie, and Edward James; 11 grandchildren, and two daughters-in-law.
     Trimier Funeral Home in Jackson was in charge of arrangements.
 
James, Alfred Fleetwood
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Aug 1961
A. F. James, 48, Flovilla Farmer, Died on Tuesday
    Alfred Fleetwood James, 48, well known farmer of the Flovilla community, died early Tuesday morning at his home at Rt. 1, Flovilla, following an extended illness.
    A native of Butts county, Mr. James was the son of Joseph R. James and Mrs. Carrie Waldrop James.
    Funeral services for Mr. James were held Wednesday afternoon at 4:30 o'clock at the. Pepperton Baptist Church with the Rev. James Burleson, pastor, and the Rev. Charles Hartsfield, officiating. Interment was in the Mount Vernon Baptist cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
    Pallbearers were Grady Wilson, Elwood James, Edwin James, Marvin James, Thomas James and Robert Lummus.
Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Theresa Lummus James; one daughter, Miss Roxanne James, Flovilla; father, Joseph R. James, Jackson; five brothers, Wallace James, Harvey James, Copeland James, Ardell James, and Howard James, all of Jackson; several nieces and nephews.
    Prayer Boys serving as honorary pallbearers were E. W. Hudgens Jr., Buster Evans, Chuck Pulliam, Farris King, Lamar King, Richard Johnson, and Carrol Harper.

James, Andrew Jackson
The Jackson Progress-Argus August 12, 1921
Butts County Soldier Killed In Charleston.
Andrew James slain as he was returning home from army. Body brought here for interment.
     Funeral services for Mr. Andrew Jackson James, son of Mr. and Mrs. W. R. James, of Stark, who was killed in Charleston, S.C., Saturday were held Thursday morning at 11 o'clock at Macedonia church. Rev. J. A. Bonner conducted the services in the presence of a large number of friends and relatives.
     The death of Mr. James resulted from a blow on the head with a bottle. Few of the details are known here. He had recently been discharged from the army and was on his way home.
     His assailant is being held and will be given a preliminary hearing in Charleston Monday, according to information given out here.
     Young James, 24 years of age, was a son of Mr. W. R. James. Besides his father he is survived by several brothers and sisters.
     Misfortune seems to have followed the family for several months. Recently Mr. W. R. James lost his wife, also had a son to die. Another son almost amputated his foot with an axe. The latest tragedy to enter the family circle was the death of his soldier son.
     The body of Mr. James arrived in Jackson Wednesday afternoon, having been shipped from Charleston to Savannah and from that city to Jackson.
  
James, Archie R., Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 21 Nov 1984
     Archie R. James Sr., 70, of College Park died Thursday at the Hospitality Health Care Center in Riverdale.
     Mr. James was a retired police officer with the Atlanta Police Department He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II and later served as a gunnery instructor in Norfolk, Va.
     Survivors include his wife, Norma Grobli James of College Park; sons, Archie R James Jr. of Stonewall and Gary B. James of Port Smith, Va.; daughter, Shirley Sprayberry of Jonesboro; four grandchildren; one great - grandchild; bothers, Paul James of Flovilla; Raleigh James of Decatur, and Warren James of High Point, N.C.; sisters, Gladys Maddox Fannie Norris and Virginia Watkins, all of Jackson.
     Services were. held Saturday at H. M. Patterson Funeral home-Spring Hill with burial at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens in Atlanta.
     
James, Arthur Lee (Cap)
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Feb 1972
A. L. James, Principal, Died Jan. 22
     Mr. Arthur Lee (Cap) James, 70, of Clarkesville, died in Habersham County Hospital early Saturday morning, January 22nd. He had been. seriously ill for five weeks and in declining health for several years.
     Mr. James will be remembered as principal of Jackson High School in 1953 and 1954, succeeding A. B. Duncan.
     Mr. James was born May 2, 1901 in Rabun County, the son of Marion H. and Margaret Crunkleton James. He graduated from Piedmont College, the University of. Georgia, and Oglethorpe College where he received his master's degree. He taught school for 41 years until ill health forced his retirement.
     Mr. James is survived by his wife, Mrs. Rosa Lee Courtenay James; a daughter, two sons, three sisters, and seven grandchildren.
     Funeral services were held Jan. 23rd in Demorest with interment in Yonah Memorial Gardens.
James, Aubrey Wesley
Jackson Progress Argus 14 Mar 1984
     Aubrey Wesley James, 57, of Route 2, Jackson died March 7 at Emory University Hospital.
     Mr. James was a native of Butts County, son of the late Robert B. James and Gussie Mae Jones James. He was a veteran of the U. S. Navy and was a retired employee of Warner Robins Air Force Base.
     Survivors include his wife, Hilda King James; daughter, Nancy Washington of Jackson; son, Wesley James of Jackson; sisters, Bernice Gilbert and Hazel Harper, both of Jackson; several aunts and uncles, nieces and nephews.
     Services were held Friday at 3 p.m. at the Second Baptist Church in Jackson with the Rev. A. L. Price and the Rev. Charlie Howell officiating. Burial was in the Pepperton Cemetery.
     Pallbearers were Willie Avery Cook, Jamie Maddox, Marion Parker, Kenny Turner, Jeff Rooks, and Ron Lassiter.
     Honorary pallbearers were Theresa Patterson, Timmy Patterson, Keith Phillips, Michael Brewer, T. Byrd O'Neal, Carolyn Storey, Al Duke, and Aaron Ballard.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

James, Bertha Hazel Pearce
Jackson Progress Argus 21 Jun 1995
     Bertha Hazel Pearce James of Jonesboro died Saturday, June (?) after an extended illness.
     Mrs. James was born April 7, 1905 in Brownville, FL, daughter of the late Bishop Parker Pearce and the late Bertie Swindall Pearce. She was the widow of Carl James.
     She was a former resident of Jackson and had been a member of Jeptha Chapter 252 Order of the Eastern Star. She was a Baptist.
     Survivors include sons and daughters-in-law, Jerry and Madge James of Decatur, Wilbert and Nancy James of Marietta, Thomas James of Homosassa, FL; daughters and sons-in-law, Betty and Paul Phillips of Ellenwood and Nancy and Joe Hinder of Lakeland, FL; nine grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
     Sherrell, Wilson, Mangham Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

James, Bertha Pirkle
Jackson Progress Argus 15 Nov 1989
     Bertha Pirkle James, 82, formerly of Sunshine Drive, Griffin, died Sunday evening at the Monroe County Hospital in Forsyth.
     The funeral was held Tuesday at 4 p.m. at Liberty Baptist Church in Butts County with the Rev. J . C. McGraha officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.
     Mrs. James, the widow of Roy Oscar James, had lived at Hilltop Nursing Home in. Monroe County for the past 14 years. She was a native of Coffee County, Ala., and for many years lived in Griffin where she was employed by Dundee Mills. She was a member of Devote Baptist Church in Griffin.
     Survivors include a daughter, Sandra J . Stamps of Atlanta; sons, Guy James of Monticello, Jackie James of Jackson, Tom James of Warner Robins, and Bobby James of Griffin; 15 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; sisters, Elizabeth Hatcher of Enterprise, Ala., Estelle Brown of Columbus, and Lois Blackman of Washington state; brothers, Howard Pirkle of Lakeland, Fla., Ellis Pirkle of New Brockton, Ala., and Henry Pirkle of California; several nephews and nieces.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

James, Carl Lee
  Jackson Progress Argus 19 Jul 1951
Carl Lee James Taken By Death
     Carl Lee James, 50, died early Sunday at Battey Hospital in Rome where he had been a patient since 1949.
     Before his health became impaired Mr. James operated a garage and grist mill in Jackson. He was born and reared in Jackson and was a member of the Baptist church and St. Johns lodge of Masons.
     Survivors are his wife, the former Miss Hazel Pierce; two daughters, Misses Betty and Nancy James; three sons, Thomas, Wilbert and Jerry James; his father, William T. James; four sisters, Mrs. Rose Ogg of New York; Mrs. C. W. Norris, Mrs. L. M. Maddox and Mrs. R. E. Watkins of Jackson four brothers, W. P. and A. R. James of Atlanta; R. G. and W. D. James of Jackson.
     Funeral services were held at the First Baptist church Monday at 3:30 p. m. with Rev. G. A. Briggs and Rev., T. J. Thaxton officiating. Masons furnished an escort and had charge of the services at the grave.
     Burial was in Macedonia cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

James, Carrie Jackson Waldrop
Jackson Progress-Argus
Mrs. J. R. James Taken by Death Early Sunday
     Mrs. Carrie James, wife of J. Rufus James, 63 years of age, died Sunday morning at 2 o'clock at the home of her son, Harvey James, in Pepperton.
     The former Miss Carrie Waldrep of Jasper county, she had resided here for several years and had many friends who were grieved to learn of her death. She was a member of Pleasant Grove Methodist church in Monroe county.
     Surviving are her husband and six sons, W. J., T. H., H. R., W. C, A. F. and Ardell James, all of Butts county; two brothers, W. L. and J. J. Waldrep of Butts county.
     She was a daughter of Jack Waldrep and Elizabeth McClelland Waldrep of Jasper county.
     Funeral services were held at Mt. Vernon church Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock. The Rev. Z. M. Leverette officiated and burial was in the church cemetery, with Thornton Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements.
     The pallbearers were J. O. King, Sam Smith, Paul James, Clarence Byars, Lewis Maddox and Grady James.

James, Christine Barnes
Jackson Progress Argus 18 Nov 1987
     Christine Barnes James, 65, of Flovilla died Wednesday, Nov. 18, at the Griffin-Spalding Hospital.
     The funeral was held Friday at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with the Rev. Ann Nelle Fletcher officiating. Burial was in the Flovilla cemetery.
     Mrs. James was born in Flovilla, daughter of George Barnes and Wylene Nolan Barnes. She was retired from the city of Decatur where she was secretary for the Recreation Department for 18 - years. She was a member of the Flovilla Baptist Church and was the first person to be awarded the Jackson Exchange Club's Book of Golden Deeds for her generous civic activities.
     Survivors include her husband, Paul James; son and daughter-in-law, Paul and Pat James of Macon; grandchildren, Michael Scott, Brandan Lee, and Elizabeth Christina James, all of Macon; several cousins.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

James, Clifton J.
Jackson Progress Argus 14 Jul 1974
Clifton James Victim of Heart Attack
     Mr. Clifton James, 71, of Route 2, Locust Grove, suffered an apparent heart attack at his home early Tuesday night, July 2nd, and was pronounced dead on arrival at Sylvan Grove Hospital. Mr. James had been in declining health for some time.
     Born in Butts County on April 20, 1903, Mr. James was the son of the late Mr. George Washington James and the late Mrs. Fannie Thaxton James.
     A retired employee of Avondale Mills, Mr. James was a member of the County Line Baptist Church at Jenkinsburg.
     Funeral services were conducted Friday morning at 11 o'clock from the County Line Baptist Church with the Rev. E. C. Johnston and Rev. Doug Karius officiating. Interment was in Macedonia Baptist. Church Cemetery at Stark with Sherrell Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. James is survived by his wife, Mrs. Marion Agnes Bartlett James; a son Charlie Claude James of Locust Grove; two brothers, Ernest James of Jackson and
Franklin James of Sibley.
    
James, David Roslyn
Jackson Progress Argus 18 Dec 1969
Roslyn James Dies After Heart Surgery
     Mr. David Roslyn James, 22, of Jackson, died about two o'clock Friday morning at St. Joseph's Hospital in Atlanta after having undergone open heart surgery a few days earlier.
     A native of Butts County, Mr. James was the son of Mrs. Lila Strawn James and the late Mr. Wallace J. James. He was a graduate of Jackson High School and was employed at Cowan's Super Market.
     Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at three o'clock from the Pepperton Baptist Church with the Rev. Marion Mayo, pastor, and the Rev. James Burleson, a former pastor, officiating. Interment was in the Pepperton Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. James is survived by his wife, Mrs. Rose Marie Cantrell James; his mother, Mrs. Lila Strawn James, both Of Jackson; two sisters, Mrs. Ray Kinard and Mrs. Dean Walker, both of Jackson; eight brothers, Edwin James, Lamar James, Randall James, W. A. James, Victor James, all of Jackson; Marvin James of Griffin; Jackie James and Aubrey James, both of Covington.
     Pallbearers were A. G. Cowan, Jimmy Long, Terry Weaver, Jackie Norsworthy, Ben Barnes, Gerald Cleveland.

James, Donny M.
Jackson Progress Argus 10 Jul 1991
     Mr. Donny M. James, 44, of Tallapoosa, formerly of Jackson, died Monday at his residence.
     The funeral was held Thursday, July 4, in the chapel of Banks Funeral Home in Sylvester, with the Rev. Bill O'Conner and the Rev. Bobby Harold officiating. Interment was in Hillcrest Cemetery in Sylvester.
     Mr. James was a native of Dougherty County. He received his master's in education from the University of Georgia and an education specialist in administration from Valdosta State College.
     Mr. James was a member of the National Association of Secondary School Principals, and the Professional Association of Georgia Educators. Mr. James, a member of First Baptist Church in Jackson, had been the principal at Jackson High School for the past 10 years. He moved to Tallapoosa recently, where he was to be principal of Haralson County High School.
     Survivors include his daughters, Joni James of Jackson and Jennifer James of Cedartown; son, Josh James of Cedartown; father, H. M. James of Sylvester; brothers, Randall and Dennis James, both of Sylvester; and a number, of aunts and uncles.
     Banks Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

James, Doris Wilson
Jackson Progress Argus 05 Nov 1980
Mrs. James Was Buried Monday
     Funeral services for Mrs. Doris Wilson James, 56, of Jackson were held Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home, with the Rev. A. L. Price officiating. Interment was in the Pepperton cemetery under the direction of Sherrell Funeral Home.
     Mrs. James died Sunday morning at the Georgia Baptist Hospital following a brief illness.
     Born in Porterdale, Ga., she was daughter of the late Abe Wilson and the late Lillie Mae Allen Wilson. She was the widow of William Ardell James.
     For several years Mrs. James owned and operated the Triangle Service Station in Jackson. She was a member of the Second Baptist Church.
     Survivors include a son, Jesse James of Flovilla; a daughter, Mrs. Bonnie Cook of Griffin; a sister, Mrs. Lois Stockwell of Wallbridge, Ohio; two grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were James Wise, Wayne Barnes, Jr., Jim Robertson, Sammy Smith, Gary Smith and L. Jones.

James, Ernest Paul
Jackson Progress Argus 06 Apr 1978
Friday Rites Held Here For Ernest James
     Funeral services for Ernest P. James, 81, of 483 S. Mulberry Street, Jackson, were held Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with the Rev. Don Folson officiating. Interment was in the Resthaven Mausoleum in Decatur, with members of the Jackson Exchange Club serving as pallbearers.
     Mr. James died Wednesday afternoon at the Griffin-Spalding County Hospital following a lengthy period of declining health.
     A native of Monroe County, he was the son of the late G. W. James and the late Fannie Thaxton James. Mr. and Mrs. James had resided in Jackson, Atlanta and Daytona Beach, Florida, before moving their residence to Jackson about 10 years ago.
     Retired from the quartermaster department at Ft. McPherson, Mr. James was a veteran of World War I.

James, Ester Laurette Coleman
Jackson Progress-Argus 4 May 1934
Mrs. H. G. James Dies in Griffin Hospital
     The death of Mrs. H. G. James, 22 years of age, occurred Thursday afternoon at 4:30 in the Griffin Hospital. Mrs. James had been ill for some time and was admitted to the Griffin Hospital the first of last week. News of her passing brings regret to a large circles of friends.
     Mrs. James previous to her marriage was Miss Ester Laurette Coleman, of Butts county. She was a member of Pleasant Grove church. Mrs. James, who was born and reared in the county, had hosts of friends who were attracted by her estimable qualities of character.
     Funeral services were held at Jenkinsburg Methodist church Friday, with the pastor, Rev. R. C. Owen, officiating. Pallbearers were Bernice Jack and Stanley Coleman, W. II., Clifton and Ernest James. Interment was in the Jenkinsburg cemetery.
     Mrs. James is survived by her husband, well known farmer of the Locust Grove section; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Coleman, of Jackson; five brothers; Horace, of Griffin; Dan, Bernice, Jack and Stanley Coleman, of Jackson; three sisters, Mrs. Ezra Thomas and Mrs. Bertram Singley, of Jackson, and Miss Mae Coleman, connected with the State Sanitarium at Alto.
          
James, Fannie Eulalia Thaxton
Jackson Progress-Argus, March 4, 1948.
Mrs. W. T. James Taken by Death.
     Mrs. Fannie James, 67, wife of W. T. James, died Friday night after an illness of several weeks. On January 15 Mr. and Mrs. James celebrated their golden wedding anniversary and she became ill immediately preceding that occasion and for several days her condition had been critical.
     The former Miss Fannie Eulalia Thaxton, daughter of the late Robert Ellis Thaxton and Mrs. Nancy Isabella Chasteen Thaxton, she was connected with widely known families of this section. For 54 years she had been a member of Cedar Rock Congregational Methodist church.
     Survivors are her husband and nine children, Mrs. Rose J. Ogg of New York; Mrs. Dan Griffis of Edgefield, S. C.; Warren D. James of Cincinnati; Paul and Archie Ray James, Atlanta; Mrs. Clyde Norris, Mrs. Lewis Maddox, Carl Lee James and Raleigh A. James of Jackson; four sisters, Mrs. Raymond Cook, Mrs. Tommie Lee Cook of Jackson; Mrs. Oscar Williams of BArnesville and Mrs. J. C. Willard of Indian Springs; four brothers, Paul Thaxton, Roberta; Willie Thaxton, Augusta and Bob and Claude Thaxton of Jackson; 19 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.
     Funeral services were held at Macedonia church Sunday at 3:30 p.m. and Rev. W. L. Lawrence officiated. The pallbearers were nephews, Bernard William, Ed Thaxton, David Willard, James Cook, and John Robert Pulliam.
     Burial was in the churchyard and plans were directed by Thornton Funeral Home.
James, Flora Mae Turner
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Nov 1982
     Mrs. Flora Mae Turner James, 67, of Jackson died Friday at Sylvan Grove Hospital.
     Mrs. James was the widow of Thomas Harvey James and was a retired employee of Avondale Mills. She was a member of the Jackson Second Baptist Church.
     Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Ann Thompson of Jackson; three sons, Don James of Hillsboro, Larry James of Griffin, and Robin James of Jonesboro; a sister, Mrs. Secrelle James of Jackson; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
     Services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Second Baptist Church in Jackson with Rev. James Burleson officiating. Burial was in the Pepperton Cemetery.
     Sherrell Funeral Home Of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

James, Frances Jane Thaxton
Jackson Progress Argus, September 13, 1945
Last Rites for Mrs. James Held at Jenkinsburg
     Mrs. Fannie James, 75 years of age, died at Georgia Baptist Hospital early Sunday after an illness dating from last Christmas.
     Born and reared in Butts county, she was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Yelverton Thaxton, pioneer residents of the county. She spent her life here until 1912 when she moved to Henry county. She was a member of the Jenkinsburg Methodist church and was widely beloved by friends and neighbors.
     Widow of the late G. W. (Bogey) James, she is survived by two daughters, Mrs. B. C. SIngley of Locust Grove and Mrs. G. C. Ingram of Jackson; four sons, Ernest P. and H. G. James of Jenkinsburg; Clifton James of Locust Grove and W. F. James of Junction City, Ark.; four step-sons, W. T., J. R. and R. C. James of Jackson and J. H. James of Locust Grove; two sister, Mrs. C. R. Bennett of Jackson and Mrs. A. L. Perdue of Griffin; four brothers, A. J. and W. L. Thaxton of Jackson; William Thaxton of Bernice, La., and Franklin Thaxton of Monroe, La.; 19 grandchildren and several step-grandchildren.
     Funeral services were held at Jenkinsburg Methodist church Monday at 3 p.m. with Rev. E. C. Wilson of East Point and Rev. W. L. Cutts officiating. Pallbearers were nephews. Burial was in the JEnkinsburg cemetery with D. T. Carmichael & Son in charge of plans.

James, Frances Parker
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Apr 1986
     Frances Parker James, 72, of College Park, formerly of Flovilla, died April 2 in an
Atlanta hospital following an extended illness.
     Mrs. James was born in Gwinnett County, daughter of the late Rosser Parker and Ruth Massett Parker. She was the widow of George James.
     Survivors include a sister, Flora Kitchens of Atlanta; half sisters, Ruby Shackleford and Ruth Patterson, both of Cedartown; half brother, Rosser Parker Jr. of Portsmouth, Va.; several nieces and nephews.
     The funeral was held Friday at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with the Rev. Chuck McCrackin officiating. Burial was in the Sandy Creek cemetery.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

James, George Thomas
Jackson Progress Argus Aug 1944
George James Missing, War Report Shows.
     Mr. and Mrs. Rafe James of Pepperton have received a message from the War Department advising their son, George James, cook with Company A 121st Infantry, is missing in France. It is expected that more details will be received later and in the meantime the family and friends hope good news will be received from the serviceman.
     Mr. James had served with the Jackson Rifles at home and after the unit was called into federal service in 1940. He was stationed at camps in this country and went to England about December 1 and later was transferred to France were his outfit saw active duty against the enemy.

Jackson Progress Argus Sep 1944
Sgt. George James Killed, August 15, Message Declares
     Sergeant George T. James, 33 years of age, son of Rayford C. James of Jackson, previously reported as missing in action, was killed in France August 15, according to a message received by the family from the War Department.
     The message said a letter would follow and it is expected more of the details will be known in this letter.
     Sergeant James, who was a member of Company A 121st Infantry, had been in active service since the Jackson Rifles were called to duty in 1940. He was trained at Fort Jackson, S. C., in California and other camps in the states before going overseas last winter. From England he was transferred to France and had seen active combat
duty and was serving with American forces in front lines when he met death at the hands of the enemy.
     Member of an old and widely known Butts county family, Sergeant James was born and reared here and spent his entire life in the community until the time he was called to the colors.

Jackson Progress Argus, January 18, 1945
Comrades Regret Death of Butts County Soldier
     A letter expressing regret in the death of Sgt. George T. James, killed in action in France August 15, 1944, has been received by Rayford C. James, father, from James F. McCrary, chaplain. The letter follows:
     Headquarters, 121st Infantry.
     New York, December 8, 1944.
     Dear Mr. James: The regimental commander, the officers and men of the 121st Infantry regiment wish to express their deepest sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your son, Sgt. George T. James, Company A, 121st Infantry, who was killed in action in France on August 15, 1944. Your son was performing his duty in a most courageous and excellent manner and was held in high esteem by all who knew him.
     We want you to know that you are not alone in your loss, for it is ours also. Our prayer is that God may be close to you in your time of sorrow and through His grace you may find comfort. Yours sincerely,
     James F. McCrary, Chaplain.

James, Grace Whitley
Jackson Progress Argus 10 Mar 1982
     Mrs. Grace James, 61, of 106 Meriwether St., Griffin, died early Sunday at the Griffin-Spalding Hospital. She was born in and was a member of the Stark United Methodist Church in Butts County.
     Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock in the Stark United
Methodist Church in Butts County. The Rev. David Faulkner officiated and interment was in the church cemetery under the direction of Haisten Funeral Home.
     Mrs. James is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Dorothy Marable of Milner; two sons, Robert A. James of Griffin and David Howard James of Atlanta; 11 grandchildren; two great grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Helen Bowman of Tennessee and Mrs. Mary Tucker of Mississippi; two brothers, Brooks Whitley of Atlanta and Madison Whitley of Griffin.

James, Gussie Mae Jones
Jackson Progress Argus 10 Feb 1966
Mrs. Gussie Mae James Died At Hospital Saturday
     Mrs. Gussie Mae Jones James, 62, of Route 2, Jackson, died early Saturday morning at Sylvan Grove Hospital following an extended illness. She was the wife of Mr. Robert B. James of Jackson.
     Born in Monroe County, Mrs. James was the daughter of the late Mr. Augustus R. Jones and Mrs. Myrtice Crim Jones, who survives. Mrs. James was an employee of Pepperton Mills for many years and was a member of the Pepperton Baptist Church.
     Funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock from the Pepperton Baptist Church with the Rev. James Burleson, Rev. S. H. Odom and Rev. W. Andy Holston officiating. Interment was in the Pepperton Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. James is survived by her husband, Robert B. James of Jackson; two daughters, Mrs. Steve Harper and Mrs. Julian Duke, both of Jackson, a son, Aubrey James of Jackson; mother, Mrs. Myrtice Crim Jones, Jackson; two sisters, Mrs. Lewis Smith and Mrs. Mary Dunn, both of Jackson; one brother, W. L. Jones of Jackson; seven grandchildren; one great grandchild; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Willie Avery Cook, Arthur Price, Girdean Cook, Robert Strawn, Luther Byars, Carroll Harper, Forrest Maddox.

James, Henry Grady
Jackson Progress Argus 12 May 1966
Freak Accident Sunday Kills Grady James
     A tragic freakish accident on Jenkinsburg's Oak Street Sunday morning about nine o'clock claimed the life of Mr. Henry Grady James, 60, widely known former grocery store owner and resident of Jenkinsburg.
     The mishap occurred while Mr. James was enroute from his home to the business section of Jenkinsburg. A puppy was riding in the car with Mr. James and it is believed that in some manner the pet distracted the driver's attention, causing him to crash head-on into a large oak tree in front of the home of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Childs.
     Mr. and Mrs. Childs heard the crash and hurried to Mr. James' assistance. The injured man, unconscious at first, regained consciousness and told the Childs that he had lost control while seeking to control the dog. He appeared only slightly injured, except for a blow to his nose , which was bleeding profusely and told his neighbors that he could go to the hospital in a car. In
a few minutes, however, he lost consciousness again at which time the Childs summoned an ambulance. He was rushed to Sylvan Grove Hospital where he expired about 9:45 a. m., from a ruptured liver in the opinion of the attending physician.
     Evidence points that Mr. James was driving at a most moderate speed when the accident happened and but for the unfortunate blow, presumably from the steering wheel to his liver, would have survived the mishap with nothing worse than a lacerated face and a nose injury.
     Mr. James was the son of the late Mr. George Washington James and Mrs. Frances Thaxton James, both natives of Butts County. For a number of years he owned and operated a grocery store at Jenkinsburg. He disposed of it about four years ago, however, and had been working in Atlanta as a clerk. He was a member of the Jenkinsburg Methodist Church.
     Funeral services were conducted Tuesday morning at 11 o'clock from the Jenkinsburg Methodist Church with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. James is survived by his wife, Mrs. Frances Preston James, one daughter, Mrs. Carolyn St. Angelo, Quincy, Mass.; a son, Jerry James, Jenkinsburg; two sisters, Mrs. George Ingram of Jackson, and Mrs. Cora Singley of Locust Grove; three brothers, Cliff James of Locust Grove, Ernest James of Holly Hill, Fla., and Franklin James of Junction City, La.; one grandson.
     Pallbearers were R. A. Cook, Odell Cleveland, Cecil Brooks, Robert Fletcher, Arthur Stodghill Sr., Clay Saunders.

James, Howard Roy
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Apr 1970
Howard R. James Buried Friday At Pepperton
     Mr. Howard Roy James, 62, of Route 2, Jackson, died early Thursday morning at Sylvan Grove Hospital following a critical illness of several days and a long period of declining health.
     A native of Butts County, Mr. James was born August 15, 1907, the son of the late Mr. Rufus James and Mrs. Carrie Waldrop James. He was a member of the Pleasant Grove Congregational Methodist Church. Mr. James owned and operated James Taxi Service for several years until ill health forced his retirement.
     Funeral services were conducted Friday afternoon at three o'clock from the Pleasant Grove Congregational Methodist Church with the Rev. Jimmy Landrum, pastor, officiating. Interment was in Pepperton Cemetery with Sherrell Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. James is survived by his wife, Mrs. Frances Williams James; one son, Billy James, Jackson; one daughter, Mrs. Lurline Jones, Jackson; two brothers, Harvey James and Ardell James, both of Jackson; five grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Joe Gray, Edwin James, Dean Walker, Carl Waits, Danny Walker and Marvin James.

James, J. H. Mrs. (nee Skinner)
Butts County Progress December 11, 1914
Mrs. J. H. James Died In Henry County Saturday
     Friends here were pained to learn of the death of Mrs. J. H. James at her home in Henry county, Saturday night. Mrs. James was 27 years old and was a Miss Skinner, of this county, before her marriage. She is survived by her husband and three small children, her father, several brothers and sisters.
     The funeral services were held at Jenkinsburg Methodist church Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock and were attended by a large number of sorrowing friends.
  
James, J. W.
  Butts County Progress September 4, 1914
Mr. J. W. James Was Victim Of Typhoid Fever
     The death of Mr. J. W. James occurred at his home in Henry county on Wednesday, August 26. Typhoid fever was the cause of his death.
     Mr. James resided in Butts county until a year or two ago when he moved to Henry county. He was well and favorably known to many of the citizens of this county.
     Surviving Mr. James are his wife and a large family of children. The funeral was held at Pleasant Grove church in Monroe county. The services were conducted by Rev. W. O. Sharp.
  
James, Joseph Edwin
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Aug 1989
     Joseph Edwin James, 66, of Route 2, Monticello Road, Jackson, died sudently late Thursday afternoon at Sylvan Grove Hospital. He had been in declining health for seyeral months.
     The funeral was held Saturday at 3 p.m. at the Second Baptist Church in Jackson with the Rev. James Burleson, and the Rev. Ron Downey officiating. Burial was in the Pepperton Cemetery.
     Mr. James was born in Butts County, son of Wallace James and Lila Strawn James. He was a businessman in Jackson and Butts County for the past 36 years.
     Survivors include his wife, Barbara Waits James; daughters, Rita Walker of Forsyth, Faye Heath and Nancy Davis, both of Jackson; four grandchildren; one great grandchild; brothers, Marvin, Randall, W. A., Aubrey, and Victor James, all of Jackson, and Jackie James of Covington; sisters, Vickie Kinard and Linda Walker, both of Jackson; several uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

James, Joseph Rufus
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Apr 1964
Joseph R. James Died Wednesday
  Mr. Joseph Rufus James, 84, died unexpectedly about 9 o'clock Wednesday morning at his home on Route 2, Jackson. Mr. James made his home with his son, Howard James, and Mrs. James.
  He was a retired farmer and a life long resident of Butts County. Mr. James was a member of the Pepperton Baptist Church. His wife was the late Mrs. Carry Jackson Waldrop James.
  Survivors include three sons, Harvey James, Howard James and Ardell James, all of Jackson; two sisters, Mrs. Braynard Singley and Mrs. George Ingram, both of Jackson; three brothers, Ernest James of Daytona Beach, Fla.; Clifton James and Grady James, both of Jackson.
Funeral arrangements were incomplete late Wednesday afternoon.

Jackson Progress Argus 16 Apr 1964
Mr. James Was Buried Friday
     Funeral services for Mr. Joseph Rufus James, 84, who died suddenly Wednesday, April 8, at his home, were conducted Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock from the Pepperton Baptist Church with the Rev. James Burleson, pastor and Rev. Andy Holston officiating. Interment was in Mt. Vernon cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Survivors include three sons, Harvey James, Howard James and Ardell James, all of Jackson; two sisters, Mrs. Braynard Singley and Mrs. George Ingram, both of Jackson; four brothers, Ernest James of Daytona Beach, Fla. ; W. Franklin James of Junction City, Ark.; Clifton James and Grady James, both of Jackson.

James, Lamar
Jackson Progress Argus 26 Apr 1989
     Lamar James, 63, of #1 School Street, East Jackson, died Saturday night.
     The funeral was held Tuesday at 3 p.m. at Second Baptist Church in Jackson
with the Rev. James Burleson and the Rev. Lannie Smith officiating. Burial was in the
Pepperton Cemetery.
     Mr. James was born in Butts County, son of Wallace James and Lila Strawn James. A Navy veteran of World War II, he was employed for several years at Fresh Air Barbecue in Jackson and was a member of the Second Baptist Church.
     Survivors include his wife, Audrey Maddox James; daughters, Sheila Williams and Peggy Adkinson, both of Jackson; four grandchildren, Terry and Tracy Knight and Dave and Matt Williams; brothers, Edwin, Marvin, Randall, W. A., Aubrey, and Victor James, all of Jackson, and Jackie James of Covington; sisters, Vickie Kinard and Linda Walker both of Jackson; large number of nieces, nephews, uncles, aunts, and cousins.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

James, Lester (Shorty)
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Aug 1972
Lester James Killed In Bibb Accident
     Mr. Lester (Shorty) James, 47, of Route I, Lizella, a native of Butts County, was pronounced dead on arrival at the Medical Center in Macon early Saturday morning following a single car automobile accident on Columbus Road in Bibb County.
     Investigating officers reported that Mr. James lost control of the car he was driving at an extremely high rate of speed with it crashing into an embankment on Columbus Road. The accident happened about 12:45 o'clock Saturday morning while he was driving east on Columbus Road. He was pronounced dead on arrival at the Medical Center emergency room.
     Mr. James had lived in Macon most of his life and was a retired employee of Robins Air Force Base. He was a member of Midway Baptist Church.
     Funeral services for Mr. James were held Monday at 11 o'clock in the chapel of Hart's Mortuary. Burial was in Macon Memorial Park with Hart's Mortuary in charge of arrangements.
     He is survived by two sons, Larry L. James and Walton Lon James, both of Macon; a daughter, Pat Marie James of Lizella; two brothers, James Bowdin and Durham James, both of Macon; one sister, Mrs. F. W. Burnett of Macon; mother, Mrs. Ester Bowdin of Lizella; one grandchild, Tammy Jean James of Macon.

James, Lila Wright Strawn
Jackson Progress Argus 25 Mar 1981
Mrs. James Funeral Set For Today
     Mrs. Lila Strawn James, 74, of No. 5 Weaver Street, E. Jackson, died about 3 o'clock Tuesday morning at the Griffin-Spalding County Hospital where she had been a patient for one day.
     Mrs. James was born August 11, 1906, in Butts County. She was the widow of the late Wallace James and a member of the Second Baptist Church in Jackson. She is survived by eight sons all from Jackson:
     Edwin James, Lamar, James, Marvin James, Randall James, W.A. James, Victor James, Aubrey James, and Jackie James.
     Two daughters, Mrs. Vickie Kinard, and Mrs. Linda Walker; 27 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters, Mrs. Mardell Marchman, and Mrs. Etheleen Cook; one brother, Mr. Robert Strawn all from Jackson; several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services will be at 3 o'clock Wednesday afternoon from the Second Baptist Church in Jackson. The Rev. A. L. Price and the Rev. James Burleson will officiate. Interment will follow in Pepperton Cemetery.
     Sherrell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

James, Lucille Secrell Turner
Jackson Progress Argus 21 Jul 1993
     Lucille Secrell Turner James of Jackson died Mon., July 19, at her residence.
     Funeral services were held Wed., July 21, at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev Joel Brown and Rev James Burleson officiating. Interment was in the Pepperton Cemetery.
     Mrs. James was born July 9, 1912, daughter of the late Charles and Annie Lou Turner. She was the widow of Walter Copeland James. She was a retired employee of the old Pepperton Cotton Mill and a member of the Calvary Baptist Church and Faith Sunday School class.
     Survivors include children Charles James, Betty Moss and Gayle Barnes, all of Jackson; 11 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; and one great grandchild.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

James, Mattie Leola Marshall
Jackson Progress-Argus 5 Oct 1934
Mrs. R. C. James Dies in Griffin Hospital
     The death of Mrs. R. C. James, aged 47, a prominent resident of Iron Springs district, occurred at 3 o'clock Tuesday morning at the Strickland Memorial Hospital in Griffin. Mrs. James was admitted to the institution Saturday and underwent an operation Monday.
     Mrs. James was formerly Miss Mattie Marshall, of Monroe county, and was the wife of Mr. R. C. James, well known resident of the county. She was a member of Cedar Rock church and had a large number of friends who are grieved to know of her passing.
     In addition to her husband she is survived by a son, George Thomas James; four daughters, Mrs. Myrtice Strawn and Mrs. Trudie Byars, Misses Lucile and Frances James, all of Jackson; four brothers, Roscoe, Walter and Claude Marshall, of Monroe county, and Oscar Marshall, of Florida; one sister, Mrs. Irene Pelt, of Griffin.
     Funeral services were held at the Pepperton church Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, with Rev. L. L. Minton officiating. Interment was in the Sandy Creek cemetery.
James, Mildred Maxine "Mickie"
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Oct 1992
     Mildred Maxine "Mickie" James of Jackson died Wed., Oct. 21,1992 at Henry General Hospital in Stockbridge.
     Funeral services were conducted Friday in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with Rev. A. L. Price officiating.
     Mrs. James was diagnosed with a ruptured aneurysm. She was born Dec. 8, 1932 in Sumner County, Tennessee, daughter of the late Ollie and Alvie Johnson Summers. She was a waitress at the Mason Jar Restaurant.
     Survivors include son Mike James of Jackson; daughters Wanda Kay Wells of Carthage, Tenn. and Teresa Ann Wix of Alabama; four grandchildren; and half-sister Orene McCormick of Westmoreland, Tenn.
     Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

James, Nell Inez Lofton
Jackson Progress Argus 06 Jan 1993
     Nell I. James of Christian City died Dec. 29.
    Funeral services were held Thursday in the chapel of Donehoo-Lewis Funeral Home Inc. in Hapeville with Rev. Henry E. Hulgan officiating. Interment was in the Rest Haven
Garden of Memories.
     Mrs. James was a former resident of Jackson and was the widow of Earnest P. James.
     Survivors include God children Gene Norton and wife, Lou, and Miriam Allen and husband, Ray; their nine grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren; sisters-in-law; and several nieces and nephews.
     Dunahoo-Lewis Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

James, Raleigh Akin
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Apr 1988
     Raleigh Akin James, 68, of 1882 Selwyn Drive, Decatur, died Monday morning at the DeKalb General Hospital following an illness of several weeks.
     The funeral was conducted Tuesday at 3 p.m. at Old Bethel Primitive Baptist Church in Butts County with Elder George Riles Hunt officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.
     A native of Butts County, Mr. James was the son of William Thomas James and Fannie Eulalia Thaxton James.
     He served in the Navy during World War 11 and was employed by Salyer Garage in the Navy during World War 11 and was employed by Salyer Garage in Decatur for 34 years. He attended the Old Bethel Primitive Church.
     Survivors include his wife, Sarah Brown James; son-and daughter-in-law, Bruce and Bonnie; grandchildren; brothers, Paul James of Flovilla; and Warren James of Rocky Mount, N. C.; sisters, Virginia Watkins and Grady Maddox both of Jackson; many nieces and nephews.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

James, Rayford Cater
  Jackson Progress-Argus, July 10, 1952
Rayford C. James Taken by Death
     Rayford C. James, 65, resident of Pepperton, died in the Macon Hospital July 5 after an illness of several days.
     Born and reared in Butts county, he was a son of the late George Washington James and Mrs. Frances Perdue James. He had spent his entire life in the community.
     Funeral services were held Sunday at 3 p.m. at the Pepperton Baptist Church and Rev. M. O. Harold and Rev. L. L. Minton officiated. Burial was in Sandy Creek cemetery and Peacock & Ball Funeral Home directed arrangements.
     The pallbearers were Harvey James, Wallace James, Howard James, Raleigh James, Howard C. James,. Avis James.
     His wife, Mrs. Mattie Marshall James, preceded him in death. Survivors are four daughters, Mrs. Robert Strawn, Mrs. Clarence Byars, and Mrs. Sam Smith of Jackson and Mrs. Frances Mann of Griffin; two sisters, Mrs. Brainard Singley and Mrs. George Ingram of Jackson; seven brother W. T. and J. R. James of Jackson; H. G. James of McDonough; Ernest James of Daytona Beach, Fla.; Franklin James of Junction City, Ala.; Clifton James of Locust Grove and Grady James of Jenkinsburg; several grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

James, Robert Bernice
Jackson Progress Argus 29 Jul 1971
Robt. B. James Buried Sunday At Pepperton
     Mr. Robert Bernice James, 69, of Jackson, died about three o'clock Friday afternoon at the Sylvan Grove Hospital following a period of declining health extending over several months. Mr. James was born February 7, 1902 in Butts County to the late Mr. William Robert James and Mrs. Pearl Marshall James both of Butts County. He was a retired textile employee and was a lifelong resident of Butts County.
     Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon at three o'clock from the Second Baptist Church with Rev. A. L. Price officiating. Interment was in Pepperton Church Cemetery with Sherrell Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Mr. James is survived by a son, Aubrey James, of Jackson; two daughters, Mrs. Steve Harper and Mrs. Bernice Duke, both of. Jackson; four sisters, M. Lillie Cruss of Macon, Mrs. Esther Bowdoin of Lizella, Mrs. Daisy McCallum of Lizella and Miss Eva Mae James of Milledgeville; three brothers, Roy James of Elberda; Albert James of Lizzela and Herman James of Camden, South Carolina.
     Pallbearers were Charles James, L Jones, Manon Parker, Lamar King, James Ward and Randell James.

James, Ruth Ellis
Jackson Progress Argus 15 Jul 1932
Airplane Propeller Causes Death of Girl
Miss Ruth Ellis James, of McDonough, Killed Instantly When Struck on Head by Airplane Propeller
     McDonough, Ga., July 10, Miss Ruth Ellis James,17, was instantly killed late Sunday afternoon when she was struck on the head by the propeller of an airplane at the Ballah airport in this county.
     Miss James, the foster daughter of Dr. and Mrs. H. C. Ellis, of McDonough, had spent the afternoon at the airport, where a crowd estimated at 5000 had watched a program of stunts, parachute jumps, etc., and had partaken of a barbecue supper.
     Miss James had just descended from the last of several flights she had taken, as a passenger, during the afternoon, when she turned to speak to the pilot of the ship. The motor had been turned off but the revolving propeller struck her head and killed her instantly.
     She was a graduate of the 1932 class of the McDonough high school and one of the most popular girls in McDonough. In addition to her foster parents, she is survived by two foster sisters, Dorothy and Sarah James.

James, Sara Barnes
Jackson Progress Argus 18 Dec 1931
Mrs, Harvey James Died at Pepperton Saturday
     Following a period of declining h e a l t h extending over several months, Mrs. Harvey James, 20 years of age, passed away in her home in Pepperton Saturday afternoon at 4 o'clock. Her death brings sorrow to a wide circle of friends.
     Mrs. James, who was Miss Sara Barnes, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Barnes of Butts county, before her marriage, had been a resident of Pepperton for several years. During her residence there she had endeared herself to a host of friends who admired her many fine qualities of character. She was widely beloved by those who knew her best.
     Surviving Mrs. James in addition to her husband, are her parents , Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Barnes, of Jackson; three sisters, Misses Willie Ruth, Ideal and Cecil Barnes; a brother, Mr. Leonard Barnes.
     Funeral services, attended by a concourse of relatives and friends, were held at Sardis church Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock, with Rev. L. L. Minton officiating. Friends and relatives evidenced their love by the pretty floral offerings. Interment was in the Sardis cemetery.

James, Stanley Thompson
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Apr 1988
     James Stanley Thompson, 46, of Route 3, Jackson, died Saturday evening from injuries sustained, in an automobile wreck in Lamar County.
     The funeral was held Monday at 4 p.m. in the chapel of Clark Funeral Home in Cairo.
     Burial was in Greenwood Cemetery in Cairo.
     Mr. Thompson, a native of Turner County, was a food service supervisor at the Georgia Diagnostic and Classification Center in Jackson. He previously lived in Albany and was a member of the First Baptist Church in Albany.
     Survivors include a son, Rhett Thompson, and a daughter, Jana Marrell Thompson, both of Albany; and his mother, Evelyn C. Thompson of Cairo.
     Clark Funeral Home in Cairo was in charge of arrangements.
     
James, Thomas Franklin
  The Jackson Progress-Argus April 15, 1921
Death Of Young Boy Occurred Last Friday.
     Thomas Franklin, the 11-year-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. W. R. James, of Stark, passed away Friday afternoon of the past week. He had been in feeble health and unable to walk for several months. Death was attributed to hydrocephalus or dropsy of the brain.
     Funeral services were held at the home Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. J. A. Bonner conducted the services and interment was in the cemetery at Macedonia church.
     Surviving the lad are his parents Mr. and Mrs. W. R. James and several brothers and sisters.
  
James, Thomas Lee
Jackson Progress-Argus Dec 22, 1966
Thomas James Killed as Car Strikes Tree
     Mr. Thomas Lee James, 39, of 4-B East School Street, Jackson, died early Sunday morning from injuries received about 11:45 o'clock Saturday evening when the car which he was driving struck a large tree in the lower parking lot of Indian Springs State Park. Mr. James was carried to Sylvan Grove Hospital and transferred to Macon Hospital where he was pronounced dead on arrival, presumably from internal injuries.
     According to Frank McMichael, superintendent of the Indian Springs State Park, one of the first persons on the scene was Joel Crane, assistant park superintendent and a deputy sheriff, who was awakened in his nearby home by the sound of the impact. Mr. James was alone in the car when, according to information deduced from evidence, he lost control of his vehicle while driving through the park in the direction of State Route 42. The accident was investigated by Butts County Sheriff J. D. (Bud) Pope and Deputy Sheriff Barney Wilder.
     Mr. James was born in Butts County, the son of the late Mr. Wallace J. James and Mrs. Lila Strawn James, who survives. He was a long time employee of Avondale Mills. He was a member of the Pepperton Baptist Church.
     Funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock from the Pepperton Baptist Church with the Rev. James Brown, pastor, officiating. Interment was in Pepperton cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. James is survived by his wife, Mrs. Laura Jeffries James; one daughter, Jan James; mother, Mrs. W. J. James; two sisters, Mrs. Jerold Cleveland and Mrs. Douglas Pike; nine brothers, Edwin James, Lamar James, W. A. James, Jackie James, Aubrey James, Victor James, and Roslyn James.
     Active pallbearers were Joe Marchman, W. J. Horton, Paul Reeves, John Billy King, Jack Lowery, and Carl Waites.
     Honorary pallbearers were Lamar Thurston, Marvin Pike, Sam Smith, Lamar King, David Duffey, Elwood James.

James, Wallace Jackson
Jackson Progress Argus 05 Sep 1963
Rites Wednesday At Pepperton For Wallace J. James
     Funeral services for Mr. Wallace Jackson James 63, of Weaver Street, Route 2, Jackson, were held Wednesday afternoon at 3 o'clock at the Pepperton Baptist Church with Rev. James Burleson and Rev. S. H. Odom officiating. Interment was in the Pepperton Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. James died Monday morning at the Georgia Baptist Hospital in Atlanta where he had been a patient for the past two weeks. He was a retired textile employee, retiring about three years ago because of III health. A life long native of Butts County Mr. James was the son of Joseph R. James and the .late Mrs. Carrie Jackson Waldrop James. He was a member of the Pepperton Baptist Church.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Lila Wright Strawn James; father, J. R. James of Jackson; two daughters Mrs. Vickie Pike of Forsyth and Mrs. Linda Pike of Jackson; ten sons, EdwIn James; Lamar James, Thomas Lee James, Randell James, W. A. James, Jackie James, Aubrey James, Victor James and Roslyn James, all of Jackson, Marvin James of Flovilla; four brothers, Harvey James, Howard James, Copeland James, Ardell James, all of Jackson; 15 grandchIldren; several nieces and nephews.

James, Walter Copeland
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Feb 1964
Copeland James Died Suddenly Last Wednesday
     Funeral services for Mr. Walter Copeland James, 55, of Route 2, Jackson were conducted Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock from the Pepperton Baptist Church with the Rev. James Burleson and Rev. S. H. Odom officiating. Interment was in the Pepperton Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. James, a life long resident of Butts County, died Wednesday night at Sylvan Grove Hospital. He was the owner and operator of the James Taxi in Jackson and also drove the Citizen's Service school bus for city children. Mr. James was the son of Mr. Joseph R. James, who survives, and the late Mrs. Carrie Waldrop James of Jackson. He was a member of the Pepperton Baptist Church.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Secrell Turner James; two daughters, Mrs. W. J. Moss Jr. of Newport, Tenn., Mrs. Ben Barnes of Griffin; one son, Charles James of Jackson; seven grandchildren; father, Joseph R. James; three brothers, Ardell James, Howard James and Harvey James, all of Jackson; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Frank Miller, J. D. "Bud" Pope, Marvin James, W. A. James, Don James and Wilmer White.

James, Washington Franklin
Jackson Progress Argus 02 Mar 1994
     W. Franklin James of Minden, La. died Feb. 8 at Minden Medical Center.
     Funeral services were held Feb. 10 in Rose-Neath chapel with Rev. Don McCormick officiating. Interment was in the Holly Grove Cemetery near Junction City, Ark.
     Mr. James was born Jan. 18, 1899 in Monroe County, son of George W. (Bogey) James and Fannie Thaxton James. He was the widower of Hattie Smith James. He was a towerman for the Louisiana Forestry Commission.
     Survivors include sons, Henry James of Camden, Ark. And Raymond James of Bearden, Ark.; daughters, Lillian McCorvey and Peggy Corbit, both of Minden, La. and Patricia Ates of Camden, Ark.; sisters, Lexie Ingram of Jackson and Cora Singley qf Morrow; 14 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; two great great grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

James, Will
Jackson Progress Argus 29 Jul 1992
     Will James of Flovilla died Wednesday, July 22, 1992, at Henry General Hospital.
Funeral services were held Saturday, July 25, in the Abe Trimier Memorial Chapel with Rev. A. F. Eusery officiating. Interment was in the China Grove Cemetery.
     Survivors include a daughter, Carrie Jackson; sons, Clem, Willie and Edward James; daughters-in-law, Gwendolyn and Sara James; 11 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.
     Trimier Funeral Home in Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

James, William Ardell
Jackson Progress Argus 1970
Wm. A. James Passes At His Jackson Home
     Mr. William Ardell James, 56, of 443 South Mulberry Street, Jackson, died at his residence at 1:40 o'clock Tuesday morning, December 8th, following several
months of declining health.
     Mr. James was born August 22, 1914 in Butts County to the late Mr. Rufus James and Mrs. Carrie Waldrop James, both of Butts County. Mr. James was a merchant and service station operator, having retired due to ill health, and was a veteran of World War II.
     Funeral services were conduced Wednesday afternoon at three o'clock at the Second Baptist Church of Jackson with Rev. T. H. Moody, pastor, and Rev. Jimmy Landrum, pastor of the Pleasant Grove Congregational Methodist Church, officiating. Interment was in Pepperton Cemetery with Sherrell Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. In addition to his wife, Mrs. Doris Wilson James, Mr. James is survived by one son, Jesse James of Jackson; one daughter, Mrs. Bonnie Moore of Griffin; one brother, Harvey James of Jackson; a large number of nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were James E. Jones, Edwin James, Randall James, Bailey Woodward, Bill Maddox and Dave Bailey.

James, William Robert
Jackson Progress-Argus Apr 18, 1940
Mr. W. R. James Taken by Death
     The death of Mr. William; Robert James, 67 years of age, resident of the Stark community, occurred Monday at 8:15 a. m. He had been sick for two weeks and death resulted from a stroke.
     Mr. James, member of Pleasant Grove church, had resided near Stark for several years. He was born and reared in Butts county and was connected with a large family.
     He is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Lillie Cruse, of Macon; Misses Esther, Daisy and Eva Mae James; four sons, Albert, of Athens. Robert, four sons, Albert, of Athens, Robert, son; one brother, T. J. James, of Warwick, Ga., and a sister, Mrs. Lizzie Head, of Jackson.
     Funeral services were conducted at Macedonia church Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock by the Rev. J. S. Hayes, pastor. Interment was in the churchyard, with Thornton Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements.

James, William Thomas
Jackson Progress-Argus May 16, 1957
Macedonia Rites Held For W. T. James, 81
     Funeral services for William Thomas James, 81, retired farmer, who died Saturday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Lewis Maddox, were held Monday afternoon at the Macedonia Baptist Church with the Rev. Edgar Welch officiating. Burial was in the churchyard cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Son of G. W. James and Mrs. Sara Perdue James, he was born in Monroe county but had lived in Butts county most of his life. He was a member of the Cedar Rock Congregational Church.
     Survivors are four daughters, Mrs. Rose Ogg, New York City; Mrs. Elwood Watkins, Cleveland, Ohio; Mrs. C. W. Norris and Mrs. Lewis Maddox, both of Jackson; four sons, W. P. James and R. A. James, both of Decatur; W. D. James, Cincinnati, Ohio; A. R. James, Atlanta; two sisters, Mrs. B. T Singley, Jenkinsburg; Mrs. George Ingram, Jackson; six brothers, Howard James, McDonough; Ruff James, Jackson; Cliff James, Locust Grove; Grady James, Jenkinsburg; Ernest P. James, Daytona, Fla.; Franklin James, Junction City, Ala.; 22 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were John Robert Pulliam, W. H. Pulliam, J. O. King, Sam Smith, Robert Strawn, and WInfred Cook.

Jarman, Ed
  The Jacksonian May 12, 1907
     Mr. Ed Jarmon, a brother of Mrs. T. H. Nolan, a postal clerk on the Central Ry. and who is well known and has many friends in Jackson, died suddenly Monday.
  
Jarman, Mary, Mrs.
  The Jackson Argus August 1, 1913
     Mrs. T. H. Nolen was called to Covington Sunday on account of the death of her mother Mrs. Mary Jarman.
  
Jarrell, Anna Jones Wynn
Jackson Progress-Argus 1 Jan 1937
Mrs. J. A. Jarrell Called By Death
     The death of Mrs. J. A. Jarrell, 73 years of age, widow of the late Dr. Joseph Allison Jarrell, occurred at her home on West Third street December 24 at 12:55. Death followed an illness of several weeks and a period of declining health extending over several months.
     Mr. Jarrell was one of Jackson's best known residents. The former Miss Anna Wynn, daughter of J. A. Wynn and Mary Ann Settle Wynn, she was born in Butts county and resided here all her life. She was a member of the Baptist church and was highly esteemed by a host of friends. The death of her husband, one of the county's largest property owners and prominent physician, occurred a year or two ago.
     Surviving Mrs. Jarrell are five daughters, Dr. Mary Jarrell Edwards and Mrs. A. A. Fuqua, of Jackson; Mrs. W. O. Jones, of Bartow, Fla.; Misses Grace and Allie Jarrell, of Jackson; two sisters, Mrs G. G. LeGuinn, of Henry county, and Mrs. Dora Wellmaker, of Barnesville; two brothers, Mr. Cape Wynn, of Decatur, and Mr. Jim Wynn, of Locust Grove. She is also survived by several grandchildren.
     Funeral services were held from the home Christmas Day at 2 o'clock with Rev. Thomas M. Callaway, a former pastor of the First Baptist church here and now of Wadley, officiating. The pallbearers were Howard Rooks, W. O. Jones, W. T. Burke, B. K. Carmichael, Wilma Greer and Hugh Mallet. Interment was in the Jackson cemetery.

Jarrell, Bessie Ruth Foster
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Aug 1980
Jarrell Rites Held Thursday
     Funeral services for Mrs. Bessie Ruth Foster Jarrell, 71, of Foster Road, were held Thursday morning at 11 o'clock from the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home. The Rev. Ed Fenton officiated and interment was in the Foster-Jester-Huddleston cemetery in Butts County.
     Mrs. Jarrell died Tuesday afternoon at the Monroe County Hospital.
     Mrs. Jarrell was the widow of Mr. Carl Jarrell and a retired employee of Spalding Knitting Mills.
     Survivors include a son, Henry G. Jarrell of Jackson; two sisters, Miss Thelma Foster and Mrs. Minnie Lee Allen, both of Griffin; four grandchildren, Debbie, Angie, Randy and Carl Jarrell of Jackson, and four great grandchildren.

Jarrell, Carl Dewey
Jackson Progress-Argus 4 Sep 1941
Accidental Shot Fatal to Jarrell, Spalding Farmer
Butts County Coroner's Jury Found the Death Was Due to Accident. Burial Held on Tuesday.
     Carl Dewey Jarrell, 39-year-old Spalding county farmer, was killed Sunday afternoon when the discharge from a shotgun entered his abdomen, and the coroner's jury that investigated said death was due to an accident.
     Coroner J. M. D. Bond held an inquest and the finding of the jury was that Jarrell had seized a single barrel shotgun to shoot hawks and stumbled, causing the gun to explode and sending the discharge through his abdomen. He was found dead.
     A native of Paulding county, he had resided in Spalding county for the past twenty years or more, and was a well-known farmer.
     Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock and Dr. J. B. Turner of Griffin officiated. Burial was in the Jester -Foster-Huddleston cemetery in Butts county.
     Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Bessie Ruth Jarrell, one son, Henry Jarrell; two sisters, Mrs. J. M. Shockley of Turnersville, N. C., and Miss Grace Jarrell of Turnersville; two brothers, Charlie Jarrell of Gastonia, N. C. and Reuben Jarrell of Turnersville, N. C.

Jarrell, Edgar Jones
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Mar 1978
E. J. Jarrell Is Buried Here Monday
     Edgar Jones Jarrell, 75, of Jackson, died Saturday evening at the Westbury Nursing Home in Jenkinsburg where he had been a patient since 1973.
     Mr. Jarrell was a native of Polk County but had been a resident of Butts County for many years. He was a retired heavy equipment operator. He worked with Harris County for 13 years and Spalding County for 21 years. He was a Methodist.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Renetta Abner Jarrell of Jackson: five daughters, Mrs. Lucile Thompson of Jackson; Mrs. Catheryn Sullivan of Griffin. Mrs. Carolyn Covington of Chicago. Il1. Mrs. Emily Kerce of Barnesville. Mrs. Estelle Battle of Oxford, Alabama: four sisters. Mrs. Jennie Mae Seamon. Miss. Marie Johnson. Miss Lorene Johnson, Mrs. Alice Strickland, all of Jacksonville Ala.: two brothers. Marvin Johnson of Jacksonville. Ala. and Malvin Johnson of Clearwater, Fla.: 15 grandchildren: 10 great-grandchildren: nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at three o'clock from the chapel of Haisten's Funeral Home with the Rev. Don Folsom officiating. Interment was in Jackson City Cemetery.
     Pallbearers were Eddie Blankenship, Ronnie O'Neal, Billy Thompson, Dennis Kerce, Steve Gibson, and Lee Roy Sullivan.

Jarrell, Joseph Allison
Jackson Progress Argus 16 June 1933
Dr. J. A. Jarrell Taken by Death
Well Known Physician and Business Man Passes after Illness of Several Weeks.
Funeral Saturday
     In the death of Dr. Joseph Allison Jarrell, 74 years of age, at his home on Third street Thursday night June 8, Jackson and Butts county lost a leading citizen, prominent physician and large property owner. His passing followed an illness of several weeks.
     Several months ago his health became impaired but he improved and was able to look after his large interests until a few weeks ago. Death came suddenly. After he taken nourishment and walked on the front porch he was seized with a fatal attack.
     Dr. Jarrell was one of the best known men in Middle Georgia. A native of Lafayette, Ala., where he born October 20, 1858, he moved to Georgia and resided at Brooks and Jonesboro for some time. He attended old Emory University at Oxford and Mercer University in Macon. He taught school for a time and completed his medical education
at the University of New York. He also had training at Bellevue Hospital and took several post graduate courses, specializing in the disease of women and, children.
     Following the completion of his medical training Dr. Jarrell located in Henry county. In 1896 he moved to Jackson and had resided here since that time, engaged in the practice of medicine and devoting his time to farming and his business interests. As a physician he was successful and enjoyed a large practice. Those who knew him best said he never failed to respond to a call to relieve distress and suffering, regardless of the financial condition of the patient. He was broad in his sympathies and had many friends among all classes, particularly the poor of both races.
     Some years ago Dr. Jarrell retired from the active practice of his profession, devoting his time to his large real estate holdings. He was reputed one of the wealthiest men in Butts and Henry counties, having extensive holdings of farm lands in Henry and Butts counties and large business interests in Jackson. In recent years he had shown his faith in Jackson by investing heavily in business property and acquired an issue of street paving bonds to help the city in an emergency. He believed that real estate is one of the safest investments and he had an abiding faith in the future of this section of the state.
     A man of the highest integrity and of unquestioned honesty, Dr. Jarrell belonged to the old school who believed that a man's word should be as good as his bond. All his transactions were marked by the strictest named principles of honesty and upright
ness.
     He was the largest individual taxpayer Jackson and the county of Butts and besides his real estate holdings he was interested in other enterprises. He was a member of the Jackson Baptist church and had a deep religious conviction. He formerly held membership in the Jackson Kiwanis club, the Knights of Pythias, Woodmen of the World and was a Mason.
     Dr. Jarrell is survived by his wife, who before her marriage was Miss Anna Wynn, of Henry county; five daughters, Dr. Mary Jarrell Edwards, Mrs. A. A. Fuqua, Misses Grace and. Allie Jarrell, of Jackson, and Mrs. W. O. Jones, of Savannah; nine grandchildren, Miss Grace Fuqua, Walter, Joe, Allison, Benjamin, Henry and Olin Fuqua; Jarrell Edwards, and W. O. Jones, Jr.; a half-brother, Dr. Stephen Malone, of Sandersville; two sisters, Mrs. M. R. Glass, of Fayetteville, and Mrs. Dora Malone, of Brooks Station.
     Funeral services were held at the home Saturday morning at 10 o'clock with Rev. T. M. Callaway officiating. Friends and relatives attested their love by pretty floral offerings. The pallbearers were J. R. Thurston, W. T. Burke, Dr. R. A. Franklin, B. K. Carmichael, Benjamin Fuqua and Henry Fuqua. Interment was in the Jackson City cemetery.
     
Jarrett, Billy Eugene
  Jackson Progress Argus 07 Jul 1955
Youth Killed In Waterfall Plunge Is Interred Here
    Burial services for a 15-year-old Atlanta boy, killed Wednesday, June 29, in a fall over a 75-foot waterfall near Gainesville, were held Friday afternoon at Sandy Creek Methodist Church near Jackson with the Rev. Ralph Goodwin, pastor of the Jackson Church of the Nazarene, officiating. The victim was Billy Eugene Jarrett of 724 Parkway Drive, N. E., Atlanta, grandson of Mr. Ralph Fogg of Jackson.
    Funeral services were held Friday afternoon at the Grace Methodist Church in Atlanta with Dr. Charles L. Allen officiating. The boy's body lay in state at the church from 1 p. m. until the hour of the funeral.
    A sophomore at Henry Grady High School, the boy's death occurred Wednesday night after he ventured too close to the edge of rocky Glade Shoals, 10 miles north of Gainesville. A 15-year-old cousin, Sonny Moore, tried to keep Billy from falling, eye witnesses report. The cousin held Billy briefly then lost his grip. The Atlanta boy clung desperately to the craggy edge of the waterfall before he tumbled to the bottom. His body was soon recovered and he was pronounced dead at the Hall County Hospital. .
    Sheriff C. W. Wilson of Hall county said the tricky waterfall at Glades Shoals has claimed several lives in recent years. Most recent victim was a Brenau College student who died there two summers ago.
    Billy, who had lived in Atlanta all his, life, was a member of Boy Scout Troop No.1. He had recently received a promotion at the theater at which he worked.
    Survivors are his mother, Mrs. Lennie Fogg Jarrett and two sisters, Earline and Carol Sue of Atlanta, and his father, Earl J. Janett of California.

Jay, Bryon Livingston
  The Jackson Progress-Argus August 6, 1926
B. L. Jay Killed In Auto Accident.
Met death Wednesday afternoon when car ran off embankment on Jackson Griffin Highway.
     Mr. Bryon Livingston Jay, 45 years of age, prominent realtor of Hendersonville, N. C. met death Wednesday afternoon when the high powered automobile he was driving ran off the embankment on the Jackson Griffin highway near the home of Mr. A. F. Taylor.
     He was pinned underneath the car, receiving cuts and bruises about the head and chest and the arteries in his right wrist were severed. The immediate cause 0f death was from the loss of blood caused by severing the arteries in his wrist, physicians announced.
     Fulton Scarbrough, of Pepperton, a passenger in the car with Mr. Jay, escaped with minor injuries.
     Mr. Jay was enroute from Hendersonville to Monticello to join Mrs. Jay who was visiting relatives. A short distance out of Griffin he picked up Mr. Scarbrough who was returning to Jackson. The automobile was said to have been traveling at a high rate of speed when it ran off the high embankment just beyond the home of Mr. Taylor.
     Mr. Jay was thrown through the windshield. The car was not badly wrecked. He lived about ten minutes after the fatal accident.
     The body was brought to Jackson and prepared for burial. The remains were carried to Monticello Wednesday night and funeral and interment was too beheld in Monticello on Thursday.
     Mr. Jay was engaged in the real estate business with T. E. Thrower of Hendersonville. Mr. Jay was a native of New York, and was a nephew of J. W. Jay, the well known cotton factor. He is survived by his wife, who was Miss Bessie Pope, of Monticello, daughter of Mr. C. H. Pope. His widow and uncle are the only immediate surviving relatives.
  
Jeffers, Dora Rosser
  The Jackson Argus April 9, 1896
Mrs. Dora Rosser Jeffers.
     At the funeral services of this estimable lady, at County Line Church, there were more people present than was ever known to gather at a similar occasion. She was not only the center of love and attraction to her bereaved husband and parents but of the entire community. She left a husband and a little six week's old babe to battle in the world without her. We have known her from childhood and she has ever been a living example of the possibility of the high moral standard attainable by the human family. She was a christian and is in a happier home than the happy one she left. Her father wrote the following card:
                    To Those We Love.
"We are very grateful to you for your kind treatment and active watchfulness over the death bed of our darling daughter, Dora Jeffers, and you will all be dear to our memory as long as our lives shall last."
  Respectfully, D. A. Rosser and Wife.

Jefferson, Charlie
Jackson Progress Argus 04 Mar 1992
     Mr. Charlie Jefferson of Route 1, Flovilla, died Feb. 25 at Sylvan Grove Hospital.
     The funeral was held Saturday, Feb. 29, at Towaliga County Line Baptist Church of Jackson, with the Rev. E. F. Collier officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery.
     Mr. Jefferson was born in Butts County. He was a member of Towaliga County Line Baptist Church.
     Survivors include his mother, Minnie Andrews Jefferson; sisters and brothers-in-law, Willie and Annie Lou Adams of Indian Springs, Derrick and Lillie Bradford of Jackson; brothers and sisters-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Jefferson and Douglas Andrews, all of Decatur, Mr. and Mrs. Dorsey Jefferson Jr. of McDonough, and Elder and Mrs. Willie Jefferson of Chattanooga, Tenn.; aunts, Willie Mae Moore of Jenkinsburg, Kittie Watson and Ella Gardner, both of Griffin; great aunt, Florence Ethridge of Griffin; and several nieces and nephews.
     Trimier Funeral Home in Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Jefferson, Dorsey
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Jan 1990
     Dorsey Jefferson of Flovilla died Monday.
     The funeral will be announced by Trimier - Jackson Funeral Home.

Jefferson, Elizabeth
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Jul 1985
     Elizabeth Jefferson, 57, of Route 1, Jenkinsburg, Shiloh Road, died Saturday at Henry General Hospital following a brief illness.
     Mrs. Jefferson was a native of Spalding County, daughter of the late Louise Shivers.
     Survivors include her husband, H. W. Jefferson; daughters, Dorothy Jean Stewart of Jackson and Dianne Shannon, Lurlene Jefferson, Cindy Jefferson, and Angela Jefferson all of Jenkinsburg; sons, John Jefferson, Tommy Joe Jefferson and Jerome Jefferson, all of Jenkinsburq and Jeffery Jefferson of California; I0 grandchildren; three great grandchildren; aunts and uncles.
     The funeral will be held today at 2 p.m. at Fairfield A.M.E. Church with burial in
the church cemetery.
     Trimier-Jackson Funeral Services is in charge of arrangements.
Jefferson, Henry
Jackson Progress Argus 04 Mar 1992
     Mr. Henry Jefferson of Route 1, Flovilla, died Saturday, Feb. 29, at Sylvan Grove Hospital.
     Funeral services were, Tuesday, March 3, at Towaliga County Line Baptist Church of Jackson, with the Rev. E. F. Collier officaiting. Burial was in Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mr. Jefferson was born in Butts County. He was a member of Towaliga County Line Baptist Church.
     Survivors include his daughter, Sonja Jefferson of Locust Grove; mother, Minnie Andrews Jefferson; sisters and brothers-in-law, Willie and Annie Lou Adams of Indian Springs, Derrick and Lillie Bradford of Jackson; brothers and sisters-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Jefferson, Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Andrews, all of Decatur, Mr. and Mrs. Dorsey Jefferson Jr. of McDonough, and Elder and Mrs. Willie Jefferson of Chattanooga, Tenn.; aunts, Willie Mae Moore of Jenkinsburg, Kittie Watson and Ella Gardner of Griffin; great-aunt, Florence Ethridge of Griffin; and several nieces and nephews.
     Trimier Funeral Home in Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Jefferson, Jessie James
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Dec 1980
Jefferson Rites Held Saturday
     Funeral services for Mr. Jessie James Jefferson of 1375 Plaza Ave., Atlanta were held Saturday, Nov. 29th at 2 o'clock from the Towaliga County Line Baptist Church in Jackson. Rev. Ben McKibben officiated and interment was in the county Line cemetery.
     Mr. Jefferson died Nov. 22nd at Grady Hospital in Atlanta. He was the son of the late Emmuel and Emma Jefferson.
     He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mattie Kate Jefferson, three daughters, Mrs. Kattie Mae Williams, Mrs. Iona Ruth Hayes and Miss Valerie McClarin; six grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Kittie Watson and Mrs. Ella Gardner; two brother, Mr. Green Jefferson and Mr. Dorsey Jefferson; one uncle and several nieces and nephews.
     Trimier Funeral Home of McDonough, Ga. was in charge of arrangements.
     
Jefferson, Jesse
  Jackson Progress-Argus, June 17, 1948.
One Killed, One Shot in Wild Gun Battle Sunday.
     In a wild gun battle near the home of John Roddy in Buttrill district at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Jesse Jefferson, 60 year old Negro man, was killed instantly and A. G. Wilder, white, was seriously wounded in the chest and left arm and is in Emory University Hospital in a critical condition, Sheriff J. D. Pope reported Monday.
     The trouble started, the sheriff said, when Jefferson, tenant of T. E. Robison on the Ray place, was driving along the highway in a wagon and failed to give what the white man thought was enough of the road. Hot words followed. The white men, including A. G Wilder, Thomas and Hobbs of Henry county, said they were going home to get their guns and Jefferson also said he was going home to get his gun.
     When the two groups came together shooting started at once and Sheriff Pope said it was not clear as to who fired the first shot. Jefferson was accompanied by his sons, H. W. and Morris Jefferson. armed with a shotgun and 32-20 rifle. Wilder, Thomas and Hobbs had an automatic shotgun and automatic rifle.
     When the smoke of battle cleared Jefferson was dead, shot three times through the neck, and Wilder was critically wounded. None of the other participants was injured.
     Jefferson, a report disclosed, had lived on the Robison farm seven years. The white men live in Henry county to the right of Locust Grove, Sheriff Pope said.
     
Jefferson, Willie James
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Mar 1994
     Willie James Jefferson of Sacramento, Cal. died Fri., Feb. 25.
     Funeral services were held Sun., Feb. 27, in the Abe Trimer Memorial Chapel with Rev. Grady Head officiating.
     Mr. Jefferson was born April 14, 1948 in Butts County.
     Survivors include children, Demetrius Woody of Jackson, Tim Jefferson of Omaha, Nebraska, Shundra Jefferson of Clovis, New Mexico, and Vironica and Adreian Jefferson, both of Sacramento; brothers and sisters, Nettie Usher, Tommy Jefferson, Yuvonna Roberts, Doris Jean Stewart, Billy Woodard, Jurome Jefferson, Everdean Newby, Lurlene Jefferson, Robin Woodard and Dianne Shannon, all of Jackson, Rev. J. W. Jefferson of Atlanta, Olive Woodard and Tyrone Woodard, both of College Park, Tony Woodard and Cindy Webb, both of McDonough, Angela Haynes of Locust Grove; and several uncles, aunts, nieces and nephews.
     Trimier Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Jeffries, Mary Edwards
Jackson Progress Argus 13 May 1987
     Mary Edwards Jeffries, 89, a patient at Westbury Nursing Home, formerly of East Jackson, died Tuesday morning at Sylvan Grove Hospital.
     The funeral will be conducted Thursday at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with the Revs. A. L Price and Steve Hart officiating.
     Burial will be in the Worthville Baptist Church ciemetery.
         Mrs. Jeffries was bon Jan. 24, 1898, in Bartow County.
      She was the widow of Cordie Jeffries.
     Survivors include a son, Albert Jeffiies of Knoxville, Tenn.; daughter, Mary Nail of Montgomery, Ala., and Bertha Cleveland, Ollie Mae Kitchens, and Berdie Lee Mitchell, all of Jackson; 26 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren.
     Sherrell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Jeffries, William Cordie
Jackson Progress Argus 8 Nov 1951
Wm C. Jeffries Taken By Death
     William Cordie Jeffries 63 died Friday at his home in Pepperton as the result of a sudden illness. Born in Jasper county, Mr. Jeffries had been a resident of Butts county about 18 years, and formerly was engaged in farming. He retired from active duty about three years ago.
     Mr. Jeffries was a member of England Chapel Methodist church.
     Funeral services were held Monday at 3 p. m. at the Pepperton Baptist church and Rev. A. L. Spinks officiated. The pallbearers were Charles Jones, Lamar Thurston, Horace Grant, W. C. Mitchell, Edwin James, J. B. Kitchens.
     Burial was in the Baptist church cemetery at Worthville and Haisten Funeral Home had charge of plans.
     Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Mary Edwards Jeffries; six daughters, Mrs. Thomas James, Mrs. R. E. Edwards, Mrs. Grover Kitchens, Mrs. Marshall Cleveland, Mrs. Mary Nale, Mrs. Robert Hardy; one son, Pfc. William A. Jeffries, serving in Korea; 18 grandchildren.

Jellyfish, Granny
  The Jackson Progress-Argus December 12, 1919
Obituary Of A Jellyfish
     One jellyfish at least became world famous, and when she died, after living sixty-seven years in the most intellectual society, under the protection of five successive learned gentlemen, she received the honors of an obituary notice in the Scotsman.
     "Granny" belonged to the jellyfish family, but was, strictly speaking, a sea anemone whom Sir John Graham Dalyell picked up off the rocks and kept in seawater all the years of his life. Sir John fed his prot-g- regularly with one half a mussel a fortnight and she bore a large family.
     The Scotsman "In Memoriam" notice stated that 600 of Granny's offspring were known. When Sir John died his anemone was passed on to an arctic explorer and at his death she was bequeathed to another scientific man. Granny throve and bred little ones; she outlived four protectors, and died finally because of the neglect or ill-treatment of a botanist.
  
Jenkins, Alfred Lee
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Dec 1964
Heart Attack Dec. 15 Claims Alfred Jenkins
     Alfred Lee Jenkins, age 55, of LaGrange, a native of Butts County, died suddenly of an apparent heart attack while enroute to work Tuesday morning, Dec. 15. He was Electric Superintendent for the City of LaGrange.
Born in Butts County, Mr. Jenkins was the son of the late Bryant Lee Jenkins and Mrs. Allie Mae Long Jenkins. He had lived in LaGrange for 16 years and was a member of the Presbyterian Church and a Shriner.
     Funeral services were conducted from the First Presbyterian Church in LaGrange Thursday morning at 11 o'clock. Interment was in Shadow Lawn Cemetery with full Masonic rites.
     Survivors include his wife, the former Miss Sara Powell; two brothers, Elmer Elliott Jenkins of Butts County and Darwin P. Jenkins of Rex; two sisters, Mrs. Richard Williamson of Albany and Mrs. Dorothy Peters of Jackson.

Jenkins, Alma D.
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Nov 1993
     Alma D. Jenkins of Atlanta died Mon., Nov. 8, at Georgia Baptist Hospital.
     Funeral services were held Sat., Nov. 13, at Bethlehem Church of God Holiness in Atlanta with Rev. Coleman Wilder officiating. Interment was in Lincoln Mortuary.
     Mrs. Jenkins was born Jan. 18, 1933 in Forsyth, daughter of Johnny and Jennie McDowell.
     She was employed by Southern Tea Company until her retirement in 1991.
     Survivors include husband Jerome N. Jenkins of Atlanta; children James, Gwendolyn, Esther, Sondra and Avon, all of DeKalb County; sisters Viola Douglas and Lois Buckner, both of Flovilla; brother Jack McDowell of Forsyth; six grandchildren; two great grandchildren; and several nephews, nieces and cousins
     Alfonso Dawson & Son Mortuary was in charge of arrangements.

Jenkins, Annie Flowers Grubbs
Jackson Progress Argus July 4, 1963
Mrs. Jenkins, 77, Accident Victim, Buried June 26
     Funeral services for Mrs. Annie Flowers Grubbs Jenkins, 77, of Monroe County, were held Wednesday afternoon, June 26, from the Cabaniss Baptist Church with the Rev. G. E. Finleyson and the Rev. E. A. Daniel officiating. Interment was in the Sandy Creek Cemetery in Butts County.
     Mrs. Jenkins, widow of Benjamin Ward Jenkins, died in the Monroe County Hospital June 24 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. She was a native of Jasper County, daughter of the late Elizabeth Smith Grubbs and Thomas Grubbs. She had lived in Monroe County most of her life and was a member of the Cabaniss Baptist Church.
     Survivors include five daughters, Mrs. Harold Freeman and Mrs. Leila Johnson of Forsyth; Mrs. William J. Wynn Jr., of Warner Robins; Mrs. B. E. Bailey of Hawkinsville and Mrs. Ben Bailey of Charleston, S. C.; three sons, William Jenkins of Forsyth, Alton Jenkins of Jackson; Hilton Jenkins of Hendersonville, N. C.; one sister, Mrs. A. S. Youngblood of Unadilla; one brother, C. B. Grubbs of Gray; eleven grandchildren; five great grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews.

Jenkins, Bryant Lee
Jackson Progress-Argus, January 25, 1962.
          Bryant Jenkins Died Tuesday at Flovilla Home
     Funeral services for Mr. Bryant Lee Jenkins, 76, of route 1, Flovilla, who died Tuesday morning at his home following an extended illness, were held Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock from the Flovilla Baptist Church with the Rev. B. J. Reeves officiating. Interment was in Sandy Creek cemetery with hf in charge of arrangements.
     A native and lifelong resident of Butts county, Mr. Jenkins was the son of William Henry Jenkins and Mrs. Mary Lemon Jenkins. He was a member of the Flovilla Baptist Church and a well known farmer of the Cork community until declining health forced his retirement. His wife, who preceded him in death, was the former Mrs Allie Long Jenkins.
     Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Dorothy Peters of Jackson; Mrs. Elsie Williamson of Albany; three sons, Persons Jenkins of Atlanta; A. L. Jenkins of LaGrange; Elmer E. Jenkins of Flovilla; one brother, W. C. Jenkins of Jacksonville, Fla.; 11 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Alton Jenkins, Melvin Jenkins, William Jenkins, Cecil Johnson, Marvin Vickers, and Hulon Price.

Jenkins, Callie Campbell
Jackson Progress Argus 29 Dec 1993
     Callie Campbell Jenkins of Jasper died Sun., Dec. 26.
     Funeral services were held Tue., Dec. 21, in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with Rev. Billy Roberts officiating. Interment was in the Sandy Creek Cemetery.
     Mrs. Jenkins was born Dec. 20, 1919 in Bibb County, daughter of the late John Thomas and Lora Langston Campbell. She was a housewife and the widow of Elliott Jenkins. She was a member of the Flovilla Baptist Church.
     Survivors include daughters Barbara Sparks of Ball Ground, Patricia Hall of Rome; son Warren Elliott Jenkins of Canton; nine grandchildren; and 12 great grandchildren.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
 
Jenkins, Charles Joseph
(Also see Gibson, Gary Douglas)
Jackson Progress Argus 18 Apr 1979
Jenkins Rites Held Monday
     Funeral services for Charles Joseph Jenkins, 19, of Rt. 1, Flovilla, were conducted Monday at 4 p. m. with the Rev. Edgar Harris officiating. Interment followed at Sandy Creek Cemetery.
     Jenkins, a drafting student in Rome, Ga., was a member of Flovilla Baptist Church.
     Survivors include his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Elliot Jenkins, of Flovilla; three sisters, Mrs. Barbara Sparks, of Cummings, Ga., Mrs. Bryanette Yother, of, Flovilla, and Mrs. Patricia! Hall, of Rome; one brother, Warren Jenkins, of Atlanta; and several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Dennis Tingle, Ronnie Etheradge, David Etheradge, Ronnie Vaughn, Dale Sparks and Glenn Yother.

Jenkins, D. A.
  Butts County Progress May 31, 1912
Young Telephone Lineman Drowned In Ocmulgee River.
     D. A. Jenkins lost his life at the power plant while fishing.
     Other members of the party had close call when they got into raging waters of the river below big dam. Remains of Mr. Jenkins recovered Sunday morning and carried to former home in Columbia, S. C. Monday night. Met death on thirtieth birthday.
     Mr. D. A. Jenkins, of Columbia, S.C. a lineman for the Bell Telephone Company, was drowned in the Ocmulgee river just below the dam of the Central Georgia Power Saturday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock.
     Mr. Jenkins with a party from Jackson, including Messrs. Gordon Carmichael and A. P. Johnson, were fishing in the river when the tragedy occurred. In some way the unfortunate man got caught in the swift current just below the dam and was swept to his death. He did not utter a cry of any kind or call for help, and this led to the belief that he was seized with cramps.
     There were slight bruises on Mr. Jenkins' face, the swift waters having hurled him against the rocks in the channel of the river. The heavy shoes and clothes worn by the deceased were an impediment in the struggle with the fast flowing current, which is said to have a peculiar undertow at the base of the 100 foot dam.
     Others in the party had narrow escapes from drowning.
     Mr. Jenkins, who was 30 years of age the day of his death, had been in the employ of the Bell Telephone Company for about eight years and had reached the top in his line of work. He had been in Jackson About ten days, was a likeable young man and had many friends here who were pained to learn of his tragic fate.
     The body was not recovered until ten o'clock Sunday morning. The remains were brought to Jackson and prepared for interment.
     Three brothers, Messrs. O. B., R. S., and H. H. Jenkins, who hold responsible positions with the Southern Railway, came to Jackson to take the remains to the family home in Columbia, S. C. He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. George H. Jenkins, five brothers, Messrs. O. B., R. S., H. H., G. W., and James C. Jenkins, of 2315 Ladys street, Columbia, S.C.
  
Jenkins, David Lee
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Jun 1966
Negro Man Shot In Roadside Tiff Sunday
     A roadside confrontation between two groups of Negroes early Sunday morning on Hall's Bridge Road erupted into violence with David Lee Jenkins, 25, of Route 1, Flovilla, dead of a single pistol shot between the eyes and C. J. Darty of Route 1, Covington, charged with voluntary man slaughter and free on $5,000 bond.
     According to Butts County Deputy Sheriff Russell Crumbley, Jenkins, alone in his car, stopped another car occupied by passengers from Newton and Butts Counties on the Halls Bridge Road about 3:30 a. m. Sunday, June 5th. From accounts of eye witnesses as told to Deputy Crumbley, Jenkins emerged from his car and walked toward the automobile allegedly driven by Ned Wise, also of Route 1, Covington. As he approached the car he drew an old pistol which Deputy Crumbley stated was not capable of being fired. The fact of the weapon's condition was not believed known to occupants of the other car and as he (Jenkins) drew closer it is alleged that C. J. Darty fired a 32 caliber pistol at almost point blank range into Jenkins' face, the bullet striking him almost dead center between the eyes, inflicting almost instantaneous death. According to Deputy Crumbley, doctors who examined Jenkins' body said that evidence indicated the weapon was not more than 18 to 20 inches from his head when it was fired.
     At a hearing Tuesday before T. Grady Brooks, Justice of the Peace from the Flovilla district, who presided during the interim of John M. Hutcheson's death and the special election of June 15th, Darty was bound over to the grand jury, on the lesser charge of voluntary manslaughter. Before the hearing he had been lodged in the Butts County jail on a murder warrant.

Jenkins, Eloise Jones
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Aug 1981
Jenkins Rites Held Friday
     Funeral services for Mrs. Eloise Jones Jenkins, 92, of Jeffersonville, Indiana, were held Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home. The Rev. Bill O'Connor officiated and interment was in the Jackson city cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Jenkins died August 11th in Jeffersonville after a lengthy period of declining health. She was a native of Butts County and a member of the First Baptist Church in Jackson. She was the widow of Mr. John Frank Jenkins.
     Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Frances Evans and Mrs. Juanita Summers, both of Jeffersonville, Ind.; sister Mrs. Virginia Gray of Jackson; brother Bailey Jones of Jackson; four grandchildren and three great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Bennie Dover, Bill Jones, Ben Hill Dover, Ennis O'Neal, Stephen Gray and Steve Jones.

Jenkins, Francis Edmond
  The Jackson Argus January 28, 1910
Mr. F. E. Jenkins Passes Away.
     Last Friday evening after two weeks illness with pneumonia, Mr. F. E. Jenkins passed away at the home of his son-in-law, Mr. Andrew Tyler, of Juliette. Mr. Jenkins was one of the oldest and most highly esteemed citizen of Jasper county, and leaves an enviable record of uprightness and honesty a rich heritage for his children. Just ten weeks ago his son, Mr. Eugene Jenkins, met death by his train at McDonough, and now the dear old father's passing into the Great Beyond, makes the bereavement doubly sad, and the sympathy of every one goes out to the sorrowing loved ones. Mr. Jenkins leaves five children, Mrs. F. C. Lawrence of Gladesville, Mrs. Andrew Tyler of Juliette, Miss Fol and Mr. Frank Jenkins of Atlanta. The interment was at Sandy Creek, with Masonic honors.
  
Jenkins, Franklin Manget
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Jun 1968
F. M. Jenkins Killed By Car In San Diego
     Friends and relatives in Butts County were shocked to learn of the death of Franklin Manget Jenkins which occurred Thursday night in San Diego, California.
     Mr. Jenkins was killed almost instantly when he was struck by a car while attempting to cross a street in San Diego, Calif. He served in the Army during World War II and made a career of military service, being discharged in 1962. He resided at 415 Calame, LaJolla, Calif. and was a Civil Service employee of the Intelligence Department of the Army.
     Mr. Jenkins had spent much time in his boyhood at the home of his grandfather, the late Mr. Stephen E. Jones, in Butts County, and had visited here on many occasions. His mother, Mrs. Eloise Jones Jenkins, was visiting relatives in Butts County when she was informed of his death. Mrs. Jenkins was called here from her home in Jeffersonville, Ind. because of the death of her sister, Mrs. Hattie Jones Cunningham.
     Funeral services for Mr. Jenkins were held in San Diego with interment beside his late wife, Mrs. Madeline Jenkins, who passed away in 1965.
     In addition to his mother, Mr. Jenkins is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Frances J. Evans of Tallahassee, Fla., and Mrs. W. F. Summers of Jeffersonville, Ind.; several nieces and nephews.

Jenkins, Georgia Smith
Jackson Progress-Argus 19 Mar 1937
Former Butts Lady Passes In Jasper
     Mrs. Georgia Smith Jenkins, who passed away March 10 at the home of her daughter, Mrs. E. C. Tyler, at the old Tyler homestead in Jasper county, was a native of Butts county. She was born at Key's Mill on the line of Butts and Jasper counties May 6, 1866. Her parents were W. T. and Selina Smith, pioneer citizens of Georgia. Mrs. Jenkins' early life was spent on her father's farm near Lamar's Mill, where she was married to Mr. W. H. Jenkins October 18, 1888. She joined the Antioch Baptist church near her home early in life, having been a member fifty years at the time of her death.
     She was a woman of strong convictions and splendid character. She had a wonderful sense of humor and heir laughter was infectious. She met the cares of life, of which, she had her share, with a courage seldom seen except on the battlefield. Hers was a gallant soul.
     She is survived by her husband, W. H. Jenkins; two daughters, Mrs. E. C. Tyler, of Monticello, and Mrs J. M. Garner, of Atlanta; four sons; J. H. Jenkins of Juliette; J. W. Jenkins, of Hawkinsville; R. F. Jenkins, of Milledgeville and F. N. Jenkins, of Monticello. Mrs. J . Threatt Moore is a niece and W . E. Smith of Jenkinsburg is a nephew.
     Interment was in Sandy Creek cemetery March 11.

Jenkins, Homer S.
Jackson Progress-Argus 4 Dec 1941
Former Camp Ground Song Leader is Dead
     Butts county friends were tony to hear of the death of 'Mr. Homer S. Jenkins, formerly in charge of the singing at the Indian Springs camp ground, which occurred Sunday at his home in Atlanta. Funeral services were held In Atlanta Monday afternoon,
     Mr. Jenkins was widely known as an evangelist and song leader and was employed at the Indian Springs camp meeting until his health failed. He had many friends In this section and several Butts county friends attended the funeral.

Jenkins, Infant
  The Jackson Progress-Argus October 6, 1916
Death of Infant.
     The eleven-month-old infant of Mr. and Mrs. Ward Jenkins, of near Cork, died Monday afternoon and the funeral was held at Sandy Creek at 3 o'clock, Tuesday afternoon, Rev. W. O. Sharp conducted the services and interment was in the Sandy Creek cemetery.
  
Jenkins, J. J.
Jackson Progress Argus April 25, 1930
Death Summons Comes to Mr. J. J. Jenkins
     Following an illness of several months duration, Mr. J. J. Jenkins, 63 years of age, died at his home at Jenkinsburg Tuesday night at 8 o'clock. He suffered from dropsy and other complications and his condition had recently been critical.
     The passing of Mr. Jenkins removes one of the county's most highly esteemed citizens. He was a member of an old and influential family of that section and Jenkinsburg was named for his father, the late Mr. W. M. Jenkins. He was the last member long active and prominent in the affairs of Jenkinsburg and that section of the county.
     Mr. Jenkins was universally esteemed. He was a man of many fine qualities of character and was admired for his sterling honesty and integrity. Those who knew him most intimately testify to his many admirable qualities.
     He is survived by a half sister, Mrs. John Kimbell, of Jenkinsburg; one half brother, W. T. Crumbley, of Orchard Hill; several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were held from the Jenkinsburg Methodist church Thursday morning at 10 o'clock, with the pastor, Rev. V. O. Gentry, officiating. Interment was in the churchyard.

Jenkins, J. L.
Jackson Progress Argus 10 Dec 1970
Father Rev. Jenkins Died At Albany
     Mr. J. L. Jenkins, 76, of Route 1, Albany, died about 7:30 o'clock Monday morning, November 30th, at his home following an illness extending over a period of six or seven months.
     Mr. Jenkins was born in Worth County to Mr. and Mrs. James Lawrence Jenkins on January 18, 1894. He was a member of the Methodist Church in Bridgeboro, Georgia.
     Funeral services were conducted Tuesday, December 1st, at 12 o'clock in the chapel of Banks Funeral Home at Sylvester with the pastor of the Methodist Church in Bridgeboro and Rev. Hugh Maples, pastor of the Bridgeboro Baptist Church, officiating. Interment was in Sylvester Cemetery with Banks Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Jenkins is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mattie Jenkins; four sons, James Jenkins of Albany, Rev. R. W. Jenkins of Jackson, Adrian Jenkins of Albany and Elliott Jenkins of Hawkinsville; three daughters, Mrs. Arnold Duke of Albany, Mrs. Carl Rucker of Albany and Mrs. Dan Dean of West Palm Beach, Florida; six grandchildren; several great grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews.

Jenkins. Jim Henry
Jackson Progress Argus 04 Jun 1970
Family Tiff Ends In Death For One
     A family argument between two Negro brothers Saturday morning at their home on Giles Ferry Road, just off State Route 16, East, resulted in the death of Jim Henry Jenkins, 37, with his brother, William Lamar Jenkins, 24, charged with voluntary man slaughter in the fatal shooting.
     According to investigation by the Butts County Sheriff's office the two brothers entered into an argument in the yard of their home with Lamar Jenkins allegedly shooting his brother twice with a 22 caliber pistol as the older brother reached for a hoe. One bullet pierced the left shoulder with another entering under the right arm. The wounded man was rushed to Sylvan Grove Hospital by ambulance where he expired shortly afterward.
     According to the Sheriff's Department Lamar Jenkins was originally charged with murder but at a hearing before Justice of the Peace Don Montgomery, the charge was reduced to voluntary manslaughter. Lamar Jenkins had recently returned from a period of Army service in Viet Nam, according to the Sheriff's Department.

Jenkins, Joe Lewis
Jackson Progress Argus 06 Oct 1982
Jackson man dies in Sun. shooting
     A Jackson man was killed Sunday evening around 7:15 in a shooting incident at the Best Buy Food Store on Peachtree Street.
     Officer Sandra Thurston of the Jackson Police Dept. said Joe Lewis Jenkins, 42, of 735 Covington St., died at Sylvan Grove Hospital shortly after he was shot four or five times in the head with a .38 caliber pistol.
     According to Thurston, Eddie McMichael, 49, of Rt 1, Jenkinsburg, has been charged with first degree murder and is being held without bond in the Jackson city jail.
     Thurston said the shooting apparently grew out of a domestic dispute involving
McMichael's ex-wife Alberta Jenkins.
     Thurston stated that, according to accounts from witnesses, the victim of the shooting and Alberta Jenkins were sitting in a late-model Lincoln Continental in front of the Best Buy when McMichael walked up to the passenger's side of the car.
     The two men talked briefly and then McMichael allegedly reached across the seat and opened fire on Jenkins.
     Alberta Jenkins was in the rear seat of the car and was not injured Thurston said. According to Officer Thurston, McMichael drove himself to the county jail where he turned himself in to the sheriff.

Jackson Progress Argus 13 Oct 1982
     Joe Lewis Jenkins of 237 Slaughter Ave., Jackson, died Oct. 3 at Sylvan Grove Hospital.
     Mr. Jenkins was born Dec. 3, 1939 in Butts County, son of the late Joe Jenkins and Mrs. Matilda Barron Jenkins.
     Survivors include his mother; two sons Lester and Christopher; Jenkins; four daughters, Yvonne, Phillis, Sandra, and Latonya Jenkins; a stepdaughter, Mrs. Hester McClendon; four brothers, Robert, Eddie, William, and Rev. Johnny L. Jenkins; two sisters, Mrs. Josephine Freeman and Mrs. Lillie M. Sims; several nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles.
     Funeral services were held Oct. 6 at Friendship A. M. E. Church with Rev. H. C. Colvard officiating. Burial was in the Friendship cemetery.
     Trimier Jackson Funeral Services was in charge of arrangements.

Jenkins, Lloyd Harold (Digger)
Jackson Progress Argus 09 May 1979
Rites Held Monday For Mr. Jenkins
     Funeral services for Mr. Lloyd H. (Digger) Jenkins, 57, of Route 2, Jackson Lake Community, Jackson, were conducted Monday afternoon at two o'clock from the Chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with the Rev. Roy Johnson officiating. Interment was in the Worthville Baptist Church Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Jenkins died Friday night at the V. A. Hospital in DeKalb County. He had been ill since February.
     Born in Alpharetta, Georgia, he was the son of the late John Thomas Jenkins and the late Laura Broadwell Jenkins. He was a veteran of World War II where he served in the U. S. Army. He was employed as a brick mason for the city of Atlanta. He was a member of the Constitution Baptist Church in Atlanta.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Dorothy Irene Maples Jenkins of Jackson; three daughters, Mrs. Donna Green of Rex, Mrs. Jane Lofton and Mrs. Linda Batchelor, both of Jackson; three sons, Mr. Lloyd H. (Buster) Jenkins, Jr., and Mr. Martin Danny Jenkins of Jackson and Mr. Michael T. Jenkins of Riverdale; a sister, Mrs. Lessie Shelton of Woodstock; and a brother Mr. Richard A. Jenkins of Atlanta; eight grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were Billy Whatley, Sidney Conkle, Harold Fincher ,Vito Finazzo, James Clark and Lewis Dacus.

Jenkins, Mary A.
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Feb 1991
     Mrs. Mary A Jenkins, 72, of 132 Walker Street in Jackson died unexpectedly Thursday morning at her residence.
     Funeral services were held Saturday, Feb. 9, in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson, with the Rev. Joe Parham officiating. Burial was in Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mrs. Jenkins was born in Lee County, Ala., daughter of the late Benjamin Hampton Jenkins and Cleo Hall Jenkins. She resided in Decatur for many years prior to moving to Jackson a year ago. Mrs. Jenkins was the secretary to the purchasing agent of Georgia Baptist Hospital for 14 years before retiring.
     Survivors include her daughters, Pat Huff of Decatur; son, Jerry . McCormick of Jackson; six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; brother, Ellis Jenkins of Lanette, Ala.; and several nieces and nephews.
     Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
 
Jenkins, Mary F.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus July 9, 1920
In Memory Of Mrs. W. H. Jenkins.
     On the beautiful 4th day of July, Jesus came and took from us our dear sweet mama. After several months of agonizing Jesus saw that a vacant place in heaven should be filled, and He took her home where there is no suffering but where all is joy and love.
     One of the saddest moments that I have ever spent was when the message came that she had passed away. Although expecting it, it was indeed a shock to all of us. Although her suffering being great she was the same sweet mama until the last. And the sweetest of all she was ready to meet her Savior, One whom she would call on so many times to come and relieve her of her suffering. Still we cannot understand why the one we loved so dear should be taken from us, but God works in mysterious ways, and let us reconciled and think it was for a good cause.
     Now, brothers and sisters, we know dear mama is in heaven and can't come back to us, so let us live so that we can all meet her and our dear papa over there where the rainbow never fades, where the stars will be spread out before us like the islands that slumber in the ocean and where the beautiful being that loomed up before us along the journey of life will stay forever in our presence. Mama was 73 years old the 24th day of Dec. 1919. She was a member of the Missionary Baptist church and was a devoted Christian, a loving wife and sweet mother.
     She leaves twelve sons and ____ daughters. The funeral was at the Sandy Creek Church, Monday, July 5, in the presence of a large and sorrowing assembly of her loved ones and friends. She was gently laid away by the side of our dear papa.
     Now we want to thank everyone for their kindness during our mama's illness and death, also for the beautiful flowers.
Mama, thou wast mild and lovely,
Gentle as the summer breeze
Pleasant as the air of evening
When it floats among the trees
Peaceful be your silent slumber
Peaceful in the grave so low
Thou no more will join our number
There no more our song shall join
Dearest mama thee has left us
Here they ____ we deeply feel
But tis God that hath bereft us
He can all our sorrow heal
Written by her baby girl Mary.

Jenkins, Mary Frances
The Jackson Progress-Argus July 9, 1920
Mrs. Mary F. Jenkins Called To Final Reward.
     The death of Mrs. Mary Frances Jenkins, 73 years of age, occurred at her home near Cork Sunday afternoon and followed an illness of several months. She suffered from dropsy and other complications.
     Mrs. Jenkins was a member of Mt. Pleasant Baptist church and was held in high esteem by a large circle of friends. She is survived by the following sons and daughters; A. H. Price, of Locust Grove; J. R. Price, of Berner; T. J., S. T., V. L., and A. S. Jenkins of Dooly county; B. W. J. Jenkins, of Monroe county; Joe and B. L. Jenkins, of Butts county; P. M. Jenkins, of Alabama; W. H. Jenkins of Gladesville; C. W. Jenkins, of Detroit, Mich.; Mrs. M. A. Coleman, Mrs. W. L. Edwards and Mrs. J. S. Tyler, all of Butts county.
     Funeral services were held at Sandy Creek church Monday afternoon and the body was laid to rest beside her husband in the cemetery.

Jenkins, Nancy Mary Colvin
  The Jackson Progress-Argus October 22, 1920
Death Has Called To Mrs. Nancy Jenkins.
     At the age of 82 years, Mrs. Nancy Jenkins passed away Monday afternoon at her home at Jenkinsburg. She had suffered for several months with paralysis, which was the immediate cause of death.
     Mrs. Jenkins was one of the county's oldest and most estimable women. Born in 1838, she was a daughter of the Old South, loving its people and traditions, but none the less in sympathetic touch with modern improvements. She had a warm place in the affections of scores of friends. Mrs. Jenkins was a member of Beersheba church, near Locust Grove, and was a devote Christian. She was the widow of the late Mr. William J. Jenkins, for whom Jenkinsburg was named.
     She is survived by two sons, Mr. W. F. Crumbley, of Pike county, and Mr. J. J. Jenkins, of Jenkinsburg and one daughter, Mrs. M. O. Kimbell, also of Jenkinsburg.
     The funeral services were held at the Jenkinsburg Methodist church Wednesday morning at 11 o'clock, with Rev. E. C. Wilson officiating. Many friends and relatives gathered for a last tribute and the interment was in the church yard.

Jenkins, Raymond M.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus September 23, 1921
Gas In Well Causes Young Man's Death.
Young man was cleaning out well when overcome by poison fumes. Dead when rescued.
     Overcome by carbon-dioxide, Mr. Raymond Jenkins, aged 22, met death Saturday morning while cleaning out a well on the farm of Mr. C. S. White, near Stark.
     The young man had gone down into the well when he was attacked by the poison gas. Hearing his groans those on the surface made efforts to rescue him. It was sometime before anybody would descend into the well, a negro man having finally been secured to attempt the rescue. He went down and fastened a rope about young Jenkins, who was drawn out.
     Life was practically extinct when the unfortunate young man reached the surface. Medical aid was immediately summoned, but efforts at resuscitation proved futile.
     In attempting to rescue Mr. Jenkins, Mr. C. S. White, descended into the well and was overcome by gas, according to information given out. It was some time before Mr. White was revived by medical aid, it was stated.
     Carbon-dioxide, a gas often found in wells is formed by the decomposition of organic matter. Being a very heavy gas it is found at the bottom of wells.
     Mr. Jenkins was the son of Mr. Joe Jenkins, a native of Butts county, but a resident of Jasper county for the past few months. The family is well known in the county. The deceased is also survived by a sister, Mrs. J. S. Tyler.
     Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock at Sandy Creek church, with Rev. J. W. Baggerly officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery.
     The unfortunate death of the young man came as a shock to the family and many friends.
  
Jenkins, Richard Alton
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Jul 1985
     Richard Alton Jenkins, 80, of Route 1, Flovilla, died Thursday afternoon at his residence following several months of illness.
     Mr. Jenkins was born in Monroe County, son of the late Benjamin Ward Jenkins and Annie Flowers Grubbs Jenkins.
     He was employed by the Central Georgia EMC 24 years until he retired 15 years ago. He was. a member of the Jackson Christian Church.
     Survivors include his wife Anna Ruth Freeman Jenkins: sons, Richard Lamar Jenkins and Melvin Jenkins, both of Flovllla; five grandchildren; one great-grandchild; sisters, Mae Jenkins Freeman, Myrtle J. Bailey, and Leta Johnson, all of Forsyth, Ethel J. Bailey of Hawkinsville, and Bennie Carolyn Wynn of Warner Robins; brother, Wylie Hilton Jenkins of Hendersonville, N.C.; several nieces and nephews.
     The funeral was held Saturday at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Halsten Funeral Home with the Rev. Neal Puckett and the Rev. Doug Parell officiating. Burial was in the Sandy Creek Cemetery
     Pallbearers were Robert Riley, Bailey Woodard, Frank McMichael, W. E. Mayfield, Arthur Freeman, and, WaIter Sikes.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Jenkins, Sara Powell
Jackson Progress Argus Mar 1978
Mrs. Jenkins Was Buried In LaGrange
     Mrs. Sara Powell Jenkins, 57, of 220 East Third Street, Jackson, died late Thursday evening at the Griffin-Spalding County Hospital following a brief illness.
     Born in Burke County, she was the widow of the late Alfred D. Jenkins, who at one time was an employee of the Central Georgia EMC and at the time of his death was superintendent of the LaGrange Electric Department. Mrs. Jenkins had made her home in Louisville, Georgia before coming to Jackson about two years ago. She was a member of the LaGrange First Presbyterian Church.
     Mrs. Jenkins is survived by her mother, Mrs. Vera Powell Goldman of Louisville; two sisters, Mrs. Margie Burkhalter of Aiken, S. C., Mrs. Voncille P. Anderson of Belvedere, S. C.; two brothers, Charles E. Powell of Beech Island, S. C. and Robert B. Powell of Martinez, Ga.; three sisters-in-law, Mrs. S. F. Peters of Jackson, Mrs. D. P. Jenkins of Rex, and Mrs. R. C. WiIliamson of Albany; a brother-in-law, Elliott Jenkins of Jackson; several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon at two o'clock in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with the Rev. Phil DeMore officiating. Interment was in the Shadow lawn Cemetery in LaGrange.
     Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Jenkins, Sarah J. (Sallie) The Jacksonian April 12, 1907
Passing Away of Miss Sallie Jenkins.
     The death of Mrs. Sallie Jenkins occurred at Cork Friday 5 inst.
     Miss Jenkins was connected with the family of R. Van Smith, and was a prominent Christian Scientist. For many years she had suffered much from rheumatism, and had recently lost her eyesight. The burial was at Sandy Creek, Sunday.
  
Jenkins, Tom F.
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Jul 1980
Jenkins Rites Held Thursday
     Funeral services for Tom F. Jenkins, of Locust Grove, were held Thursday afternoon at 3 o'clock at Carmichael Chapel in McDonough. Rev. C. G. Johnston and Rev. Walt Hall officiated and interment was in the County Line Baptist cemetery.
     Mr. Jenkins is survived by his wife, Mrs. Rosa Mae Jenkins, Locust Grove; daughter Mrs. E. L. (Dorothy) Wells, Jeffersonville, Ind.; sons, Jackie and Lamar Jenkins, of Locust Grove; sisters, Mrs. Dannie Hawkins, Jenkinsburg, Mrs. Estelle Hopkins, Covington, Mrs. Odessa Cochran, Locust Grove; three grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Jenkins, Troy
  The Jackson Progress-Argus March 12, 1920
Mr. Troy Jenkins Died In Machen On March 1.
     The death of Mr. Troy Jenkins, 39 years of age, a native of Butts county, occurred at his home in Machen March 1. Death was due to influenza and resulting complications.
     The body was taken to Sandy Creek where the funeral was held Tuesday afternoon at 1 o'clock, and interment was in the church cemetery.
     Mr. Jenkins is survived by his wife and two children; his parents; two sisters, Mrs. Eve Tyler and Mrs. Pearl Calloway; five brothers, Messrs. John, Henry, Robert, Wilburn, Fred, and Durwood Jenkins.
  
Jenkins, W. H.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus January 28, 1916
Mr. W. H. Jenkins Yields To Death.
     Cork, Ga. Jan. 27. The whole community is saddened by the death of Mr. W. H. Jenkins which occurred Saturday morning Jan. 22. Although his death was not unexpected, it came as a great shock to his relatives and a large circle of friends. He had been in declining health for some time and all that medical skill and loving hands could do, was done for him, but it was of no avail, for his journey on earth was over and he was going to the realm "where the rainbow never fades, where the stars will be spread out before him like the islands that slumber in the ocean and where the beautiful beings that loomed up before him along the journey of life will stay forever in his presence."
     He was a member of the Missionary Baptist church and following its teachings as nearly as possible. His pastor, Rev. Mr. Sharp, assisted by Dr. W. J. Waits conducted the funeral services, and interment was in the Sandy Creek cemetery.
     Mr. Jenkins was 71 years of age and had been married 52 years. He had raised a family of 16 children and his death was the first to break the chain. The sympathy of the entire community goes out to the bereaved family, consisting of a wife, three daughters and thirteen sons.

Jenkins, Walter Eugene
  Butts County Progress November 19, 1909
W. E. Jenkins Run Over By Train Friday.
     W. Eugene Jenkins, well known in Jackson and Butts county, was run over by a train at McDonough Friday night and died on his way to a hospital in Atlanta. He was a conductor on a freight train between Macon and Atlanta and had been in the employ of the Southern for eight years. He was formerly a policeman in Jackson.
     It appears that in attempting to board his train, after waving the engineer to start, he missed his footing and fell under the wheels. His skull was crushed and his legs were mangled. Concussion of the brain was the immediate cause of his death.
     Mr. Jenkins was about 32 years of age. He was one of the most popular conductors on the Southern road and numbered his friends by the score. The funeral was held at Cork Sunday. He is survived by his father, four sisters and one brother.

Jenkins, William H.
  The Jackson Argus October 6, 1899
     Mr. W. H. Jenkins, one of the best known and most popular old men of the county, died at his home in Jenkinsburg last Monday.

Jenkins, Willie J.
Jackson Progress Argus 30 Jul 1964
Willie J. Jenkins, Butts Native, Dies in Macon
     Mr. Willie J. Jenkins, 64, of 825 Lackay Drive, Macon, died in a Macon hospital at 1 p. m. Tuesday, July 21.
     A native of Butts County, Mr. Jenkins was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Jefferson Jenkins. He had spent most of his life in Macon.
     Funeral services were conducted Thursday at 11 o'clock in the Chapel of Hart's Mortuary. Burial was in Evergreen Cemetery.
     Survivors include his wife, the former Miss Descima Kitchens, Macon, two daughters, two sons, 10 grandchildren, two great grandchildren, four sisters and two brothers.

Jennings, Bertha Cook
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Mar 1986
     Bertha Cook Jennings, 79, of 224 E. College St., Jackson, died Wednesday, March 12, at the Griffin-Spalding Hospital after an extended illness.
     Mrs. Jennings was born in Sidney Center, N.Y., daughter of the late William Cook and Ida Houck Cook. She had lived in Jackson since 1962 when she came here to live with her husband,, the late Ebon Jennings. She was employed in the textile industry and was a member of the Jackson United Methodist Church.
     Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Mains of Jackson.
     The funeral was held Friday at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with the Revs. William H. Key and Mack Tribble officiating. Burial was in Walton, N.Y.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Jennings, Daisy Holland Benton
Jackson Progress Argus 15 Jul 1981
Jennings Rites Held Saturday
     Funeral services for Daisy Holland Benton Jennings, 93, of Rte. 1, Flovilla, were held Wednesday afternoon at 2:00 from the Lizzie Berry Baptist Church. The Rev. Rufus Colvard, Rev. R. L. Newby, Rev. H. C. Colvard and Rev. Jonas Taylor officiated and interment was in the Lizzie Berry Cemetery under the direction of Trimier and Sims Funeral Home.
     Mrs. Jennings died Sunday at Westbury Nursing Home following an illness of a few weeks. She was a native of Butts County, the daughter of the late Smith Holland and Mrs. Nancy Ann Greer Holland.
     She was a member of the Lizzie Berry Baptist Church and had retired from employment with Tomlin's Restaurant.
     Survivors include her sisters, Mrs. Willie Ruth Foster and Mrs. Annie Lee Colvard of Jackson and Mrs. Miss did Ponder of Flovilla; one brother, James Holland of Flovilla;
1 sister-in-law, Ms. Corene Benton of Atlanta; 1 grandson; 1 granddaughter; 8 great grandchildren, 6 great-great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Albert Dupree, Sr., Henry Fears, Jimmy Tomlin, Harvey Whitehead, Buddie Morgan and George Alexander.

Jennings, Eben Curtis
Jackson Progress Argus 06 Apr 1972
Mr. Jennings Be Buried In New York
     Mr. Eben Curtis Jennings, 74, of 224 East College Street, Jackson, died Monday morning, April 3rd, at seven o'clock at Sylvan Grove Hospital where, he had been a patient for about two weeks.
     Mr. Jennings was born in Spring Brook, New York October 18, 1897 to the late Mr. Jay Jennings and Mrs. Sarah Ferguson Jennings, both of New York. He was a retired textile supervisor and was a member of the Jackson United Methodist Church. He was a former member of the Jackson Kiwanis Club.
     Funeral services were conducted Tuesday afternoon at two o'clock from Sherrell Funeral Home with Rev. Larry Youngblood, pastor of Westside Baptist Church, officiating. The body of Mr. Jennings was sent to Lyons Brothers Funeral Home in Walton, New York for interment services with Sherrell Funeral Home of Jackson in charge of local arrangements.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Bertha Cook Jennings of Jackson; two daughters, Mrs. Marjorie Hoyt of Worcester, Mass. and Mrs. Sara Sullivan of Lancaster, N. Y.; one step-son, Roy Mains of Jenkinsburg; one sister, Mrs. Cora Lamphere of Norwich, N. Y.; one aunt, Mrs. Nellie Martin of Walton, N. Y.; several grandchildren.

Jennings, Hazel Ageline Hooten
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Feb 1993
     Hazel Ageline Hooten Jennings, 75, died in the Habersham Medical Center
Funeral services were held Jan. 30 in the chapel of Church & Son Funeral Home in Clarksville with Rev. Furman Lewis officiating. Interment was in the Clarkesville Memorial Cemetery.
     Mrs. Jennings was born in Henry County, daughter of the late Wesley Waylon and Nancy Beulah Cowan Hooten. She was the widow of James Ernest Jennings Sr. and a member of the Clarkesville United Methodist Church. She was co-owner and retired office manager of the Yonah Insurance Company.
     She is survived by son Jim Jennings of Clarkesville; daughter Carol Kimzey; sisters Mrs. Lafon Spencer of Clarkesville, Nellie Moulder and Ruth Miller of Morrow, and LaRue Hendricks and Louise Holstun of Thomaston; and four grandchildren.
     Church & Son Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Jennings, James Ernest, Jr.
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Mar 1982
     James Ernest Jennings, Jr., of Clarkesville died May 19 at the Habersham Medical Center in Clarkesville following a sudden illness.
     A native of Griffin, Mr. Jennings had lived in Habersham County 34 years and was the retired president of the Yonah Insurance Agency in Cornelia and Clarkesville.
     He was a member of the Habersham County Rotary Club, the Clarkesville Masonic Lodge No. 325, the AASR Atlanta Consistory, the Georgia Association of
Independent Insurance Agents, and the Clarkesville United Methodist Church.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Hazel Hooten Jennings, formerly of Butts County; mother, Mrs. Mattie Crane Jennings, Griffin; a son, Jim Jennings, Jr., Clarkesville; a daughter, Mrs. Irwin R. Kimzey (Carol), Clarkesville; brothers, J. P. Jennings, Jr., Griffin, and Curtis Jennings, Panama City, Fla.; four grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were held Friday at 2 p. m. at the chapel of Church and Son Funeral Home in Clarkesville. Rev. Oscar Crosby and Rev. Furman Lewis officiated. Burial was in the Clarkesville city cemetery.

Jennings, Thomas Perry
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Aug 1989
     Thomas Perry Jennings, 75, of 417 Dogwood Drive, Greenwood, B.C., died July 27 at Bowrman-Gray Medical University in Winston-Salem, N.C.
     The funeral was held July 29 at Blyth Funeral Home with Dr. N. Keith Polk and the Rev. Charles von Rosenborg officiating. Burial was in Greenwood Memorial Gardens.
     Mr. Jennings was bom in McCormick County, S.C., son of William Thomas Jennings and Sudie Holloway Jennings.
     He retired in 1984 from the Coco-Cola Bottling Co. and was recently employed by the Vocational Rehabilitation Center in Greenwood. He was a member of the Republican United Methodist Church in McCormick, S.C.
     Survivors include his wife, Pauline Hammond Jennings; daughters, Barbara Brock of Greenwood and Mary Frances Daniel of Jackson, Ga.; sisters, Mary Franklin, Julia Campbell, and Ruby Lagrone, all of McCormick; six grandchildren.

  Jessup, J. L., Jr.
Macon Telegraph August 18, 1901
Valdosta, Ga., Aug.17 Much sorrow was occasioned here yesterday by the announcement of the death of little J. L. Jessup, the 3-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Jessup. The little one died at Jackson while the parents were on a visit to relatives there. The child was a picture of good health and was sick only two days. The funeral was conducted here yesterday afternoon by Rev. Mr. Jessup of Fitzgerald.

Jester, Bill
( See Sims, Bill)

Jester, Bob
  Middle Georgia Argus February 2, 1892
Bob Jester Killed.
Andrew Hightower Used The Knife That Laid Him Low.
     A negro land ___ on the plantation of Mr. R. W. Aiken, near Elgin on Saturday night a row occurred in which Bob Jester was killed by another negro named Andrew Hightower. Jesters throat was cut and he died instantly. Hightower made good his escape and has not yet been arrested.
     No just cause is assigned for the act more than the common hot blood of a young negro when he imagined he had been assaulted by a colored fellow. It will require a few more hangings to settle such matters in Butts county.
  
Jester, Ernest
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Jun 1980
Jester Rites Held Friday
     Funeral services for Mr. Ernest Jester, 77, of Walker's Mill Road, were held Friday at 2 p.m. from the Oak Grove Baptist Church. The Rev. W. Weaver officiated and interment was in the Shiloh cemetery.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Precious Jester; two daughters, Mrs. Mattie Willis of Griffin and Mrs. Anna Johnson of Locust Grove; three sons, LaSalle Jester of Jackson, Roscoe and Willie Jester both of Griffin; 30 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.
     Miller Funeral Home was in charge of plans.

 Jester, Essie Kate
Jackson Progress Argus 1983
     Mrs. Essie Kate Jester of 256 Buchanan St., Jackson died Nov. 6 at Sylvan Grove Hospital following a brief illness.
     Funeral details will be announced later by Trimier-Jackson Funural Horne.

Jackson Progress Argus 16 Nov 1983
     Mrs. Essie Kate Jester, 74, of 256 Buchanan St., Jackson died Nov. 6 at Sylvan Grove Hospital following a brief illness.
     Mrs. Jester was a native of Butts County and was the daughter of the late John and Emma Watts Thomas.
     Survivors include children, Mr. and Mrs. Tommie Jester, Mr. and Mrs. Trellis Jester, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Jester, Mr. and. Mrs. Eddie Allen, all of Jackson; Mrs. Ruby Nell Walker of Atlanta, Mr. and Mrs. Prinest Jester of Forsyth four sisters; 22 grandchildern; 15 great- grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
     Services were held Nov. 10 at 2 p.m. at Mt. Zion A.M.K Church with the Rev. J. Cobb officiating. Burial was in Mt. Zion cemetery.
     Trimier-Jackson Funeral Services was in charge of arrangements.
                    
Jester, J. Lee
Jackson Progress-Argus, January 18, 1962
Heart Attack Monday Claims J. Lee Jester
     Mr. Lee Jester, 79, member of a pioneer Middle Georgia family and a retired farmer, died unexpectedly early Monday morning at his home in Butts county on High Falls Road. Death was apparently caused by a heart attack.
     Mr. Jester was the son of the late Mr. L. T. Jester and Clara Williams Jester. He was a member of the Pleasant Hill Methodist Church.
     Funeral services for Mr. Jester were conducted Tuesday afternoon at three o'clock from Pleasant Hill Methodist Church. The Rev. Wendell Hurt and the Rev. Bruce Martin officiated. Interment was in the church cemetery with Haisten Brothers, funeral directors of Griffin, in charge of arrangements.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Nettie Goen Jester; two sons, Clarence Jester and Thomas J. Jester of Griffin; four daughters, Mrs. Leon Humphries of Charleston, S. C., Mrs. Grover English and Mrs. Reuben McKneely, all of Griffin; five sisters, Miss Eula Jester, Mrs. Bonnie Huey and Mrs. Ralph Mitchell of Griffin, Mrs. Bedsole of Eastman and Mrs. Emma Woodall of Orchard Hill; a brother, W. A. Jester of Griffin.

Jester, Jane Storman
Jackson Progress-Argus Sep 14, 1939
Mrs. Jane Jester Claimed By Death
     funeral services for Mrs. Jane Jester, 91 years of age, prominent and beloved resident of Towaliga district, whose death occurred September 1 at the home of her daughter, Mrs Willis F. Huddleston, were conducted from the home Saturday afternoon at 2:30. The Rev. T. J. Epsy officiated and burial was in the Jester family cemetery.
     The pallbearers, nephews, were>W. A. Jester, L. L. Colwell, Eugene Foster, J. H. Patrick, L. L. Jester, E. P. Colwell, D, L. Patrick and T. P. Foster.
     Mrs. Jester suffered a broken hip in a fall from the steps of the Huddleston home Monday afternoon. She received treatment In a Griffin| hospital and was then returned to her daughter's home. She did not rally from the effects of the fall.
     Mrs. Jester, connected with pioneer families o this section, was born April 3, 1849, the daughter of Henry Storman, native of Ireland, and Lucy Goodwin Storman, of Virginia. he was born in Ge6rgia and spent a long and useful life in this section.
     She was married on November 14, 1871, to Harrison Jester, who died three years later. She was a widow for 64 years. Ardent Southerner, during the War Between the States she helped make clothes for the Confederate army. Her life was one of service, kindness and helpfulness and she was widely beloved-by hosts of friends of all ages.
     Mrs. Jester is survived by her daughter, Mrs. Willis F. Huddleston, prominent clubwoman and civic worker; three grandchildren, Ashley Phinazee, of Forsyth; Mrs. Collier Helms, of Atlanta, and J. H. Phinazee, of Griffin ; three great-grandchildren, Mary Jane Phinazee, of Forsyth; Billy Helms, of Atlanta, and Barbara Phinazee, of Griffin.
     
Jester, Laura
Jackson Progress Argus 27 Jun 1979
Jester Rites Held Saturday
     Funeral services for Mrs. Laura Jester, of Griffin, were held Saturday morning at 11 o'clock from the Towaliga County Line Baptist Church. The Rev. F. L. Harris officiated and burial was in the church cemetery.
     Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Emma Leila Berry of Jackson and Mrs. Nellie Crawley of Atlanta; a son, John Jester of the Clearview Nursing Home in Thomaston; a sister, Mrs. Sarah Fears of Los Angeles, Calif.; 19 grandchildren; 205 great- grandchildren; 58 great- great grandchildren; 104 great-great-great grandchildren, and five great- great-great-great grandchildren.
     Miller's Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Jester, Virginia Wise
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Sep 1992
     Virginia Wise Jester of Jackson died Wed., Sept. 9,1992.
     Funeral services were held Sept 13 at Zion Baptist Church with Rev. A. F. Eusery officiating. Interment was in the Fairfield Cemetery.
     Mrs. Jester was born in Butts County Jan. 25,1941. She was a member of Zion Baptist Church.
     Survivors include husband Tommie Joe Jester; daughters Rhonda Yvette and Tammy Terell Jester; mother Lizzie Kate Wise; brothers Willie and Henry Wise; sister Annette Miller; five sisters-in-law; four brothers-in-law; and several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
     Trimier Funeral Home in Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Jester, Will
Jackson Progress Argus July 11, 1930
Will Jester, Colored Found Dead in Field
       Will Jester, a negro man about 70 years old, was found dead in a field on the C. W. Buchanan place near the home of Mr. George Etheridge Saturday morning by Mr. C. Frank Carter. He was chopping cotton and sat down on a rock to rest, when he was stricken with a fatal illness. When found he still held to the hoe with which he has been working.
     A coroner's jury was summoned and the verdict was that the deceased came to his death from natural causes.
     Death is supposed to have occurred Tuesday before the body was found Saturday. Jester it was stated lived alone.

Jester, Willie B.
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Jul 1991
     Mr. Willie B. Jester, 92, of 154 Pulliam Drive in Jackson died June 20.
     The funeral was held June 22 at the Abe Trimier Memorial Chapel of Trimier
Funeral Home in Jackson with the Rev. A. F. Eusery officiating. Interment was at
Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mr. Jackson was born in 1898 in Butts County to the late Will and Mattie Jester.
     Survivors include his wife, Rosie Jester; sons, Willie Ben Jester of Jenkinsburg, Jessie Lee Jester of Jackson, and Larry Jester of Chicago, Ill.; daughters, Nettie Freeman of Atlanta, Mattie White of Griffin, and Nellie Jester of Atlanta; two daughters-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
     Trimier Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Jester, Willie George
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Aug 1988
     Willie George Jester of 386 N. Oak St., Jackson, died Thursday at the Griffin-Spalding Hospital.
     The funeral was held Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. at Mount Zion A.M.E. Church with the Rev. George Brownlee officiating. Burial was in the Jackson cemetery.
     Survivors include his wife, Mary Jester; daughter, Dorothy Sidney of Forsyth; mother and stepfather, Mr. and Mrs. Senoia (Mary) Price of Jackson; sisters, Geraldine Scott of Atlanta and Patricia Carter of Jackson; brothers, Oscar Price of Atlanta, Senoia Price of Jackson, Anthony and Paul Price, both of Germany, and Charles Price of Long Beach, Calif; grandmother, Alberta Brownlee of Jackson; four grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles.
     Trimier - Jackson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Jesup, Mr.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus May 17, 1918
     Friends here of Mrs. J. L. Jesup, of Macon, were grieved to learn of the tragic death of her husband in an automobile accident in Macon, Tuesday evening. Mrs. Jesup was formerly Miss Alice Etheridge and is related to Mr. and Mrs. Etheridge, whom she has often visited.
  
Jesup, J. L.
  The Jackson Argus August 16, 1901
     Little J. L., the two-and-a-half year old son of Mr. and Mrs. L. L. Jesup, of Valdosta, died at 6:45 0'clock on Thursday morning, at the home of his cousin, Mrs. T. M. Furlow. Little J. L. had been sick for several days, but was not supposed to have been dangerously ill until a day or two previous to his death. His sunny disposition had won him many friends during his stay here. He had been a frail child all his life, but as he seemed to be stronger this summer than usual, his parents believed that they might be to raise him. He was the only child, and was the life and hope of the home circle. Accompanied by a few friends and relatives his remains were carried to his home in Valdosta for interment. The Argus extends its sympathy to the bereaved parents and other relatives.
  
Jeter, Annie Lee Ada Moore
  The Jackson Progress-Argus May 6, 1927
Mrs. Annie Jeter Is Summoned By Death.
     The death of Mrs. Annie Jeter, 44 years of age, occurred at Jenkinsburg Thursday of the past week and followed an illness of several weeks duration. She spent the past winter in Jacksonville and returned to Jenkinsburg in February and had been in declining health for the past three months. Many friends regret to learn of Mrs. Jeter's death.
     She was the former Miss Annie Moore, of Flovilla and was a member of Sandy Creek church. She was admired for her fine traits of character.
     Mrs. Jeter is survived by three brothers, Mr. R. W. Moore, of Jenkinsburg, Mr. S. W. Moore, of Flovilla, and Mr. H. J. Moore of Hampton; one sister, Mrs. W. C. Smith, of Jackson.
     Funeral services were held at Sandy Creek Friday afternoon with Rev. A. C. Elliott, of McDonough, officiating. The body was laid to rest in the church cemetery.
  
Jett, William
  Butts County Progress June 26, 1914
     William, the three year old son of Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Jett of Pepperton died Tuesday morning at 1 o'clock of whooping cough. The funeral took place Wednesday with interment in the City Cemetery. Mr. and Mrs. Jett have the sympathy of their friends in their sorrow.
  
Jewett, Claude Clement
  The Progress-Argus June 10, 1927
  Mr. J. J. Jewett Is Summoned By Death.
     The death of Mr. C. C. Jewett, aged 58, a former well known traveling salesman, occurred Sunday morning and followed an illness of more than twelve months.
     Mr. Jewett, a native of south Georgia, had made his home in Flovilla for the past several years and until his health became impaired was a traveling salesman. Many friends over the state will regret to learn of his passing.
     He is survived by his wife, who was Miss Dollie Thompson, of Flovilla, before her marriage; four sons, Charles L. Jewett, of Zebulon, Claude C., Robert Thompson and Henry Raymond Jewett; one daughter, Mrs. Dorothy Jewett, and a sister, Mrs. H. V. Hargett, of Columbus.
     Funeral services were held in Flovilla Monday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock and were conducted by Rev. W. J. Bryson and Rev. W. J. DeBardeleben. Interment was in the Flovilla cemetery.

  The Progress-Argus June 10, 1927
  Flovilla
     Coming as a shock to his many friends here was the death of Mr. C. C. Jewett, which occurred at Milledgeville Saturday night. The body was brought here Monday and interment was in the Flovilla cemetery. The family have the sympathy of their many friends.

Jewett, Claude Clement
Jackson Progress Argus 27 Jan 1966
Flovilla Rites . Sunday for C. C. Jewett
     Graveside services for Mr. C. C. Jewett of Social Circle were held Sunday morning at the Flovilla Cemetery at 11 o'clock with Mr. W. M. Towles Sr. officiating. The E. L. Almand Company Funeral Home of Social Circle was in charge of arrangements. Mr. Jewett died Friday, January 21st.
     Mr. Jewett is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mary Jones Jewett. a sister, Mrs. W. C. White, Forest Park; brothers, C. L. Jewett of Dawson, R. T. Jewett of Seattle Washington, and H. R. Jewett of Woburn, Mass.

Jewett, Dollie James Thompson
Jackson Progress Argus 30 Dec 1965
Flovilla Rite Wednesday For Mrs. Jewett
    Mrs. Dollie Thompson Jewett of Dawson died Monday night at a Dawson hospital with graveside services to be conducted Wednesday morning at 11 o'clock at the Flovilla Cemetery by Elder William M. Towles, Sr. Interment, will be in the Flovilla Cemetery with Dupree Funeral Home of Dawson in charge of arrangements.
    Mrs. Jewett, 83, was born at Smith's Mill, Butts County, the daughter of Mr. Seaborn L. Thompson and Mrs. Saphronia Strickland Thompson, prominent and esteemed residents of the Flovilla-Cork Community. She spent most of her life at Flovilla but for the past few years had made her home in Dawson with her son.
    She is survived by four sons, Charles L. Jewett of Dawson, Claud Jewett of Rutledge, Henry Jewett of Boston, Mass., and Robert Thompson Jewett of Seattle, Wash.; a daughter, Mrs. W. C. White of Forest Park; three sisters, Mrs. Herbert Westbrooks of Forsyth, Mrs. Bowdon Ellis of Atlanta; Mrs. Tom Blackwell of Monticello; a brother, W. A. Thompson of Atlanta; several grandchildren; one great grandchild; many nieces and nephews.
  
Jinks, Allie May Dumas
  The Jackson Progress-Argus December 4, 1925
Mrs. O. P. Jinks Claimed By Death.
     Causing sincere regret to a wide circle of friends was the death of Mrs. O. P. Jinks, which occurred at her home a few miles from Jackson Tuesday night at 7:30 o'clock. She suffered from a complication of ailments and had been in feeble health for several months.
     Mrs. Jinks, a native of Monroe county, was a member of the Jackson Methodist church and was greatly admired for her many fine traits of character. She was Miss Allie Mae Dumas before marriage. She exemplified in her daily life the finest qualities of womanhood and was a splendid type of Christian wife and mother. Those who knew her best speak in the highest praise of her home and church life and of her devotion to her friends.
     Surviving Mrs. Jinks are her husband; two daughters, Mrs. Floyd O'Neal, of Jackson, and Mrs. Royce Thurston, of Jenkinsburg.; two sisters, Mrs. Bessie Zeller, Monroe county, and Mrs. Kate Pearson, of Graymont, Ga.; three brothers, Messrs. Jim Ed Dumas, Willie Dumas and Claude Dumas, of Lamar county.
     Funeral services were held at the Jackson Methodist church Thursday morning at 11 o'clock, with Rev. Augustus Ernest officiating. The presence of many relatives and friends and the lovely flowers attested the esteem in which she was held. Interment was in the Jackson city cemetery.

Jinks, Burwell Jarret
  The Jackson Argus May 3, 1895
Death of Mr. B. J. Jinks.
     On Wednesday evening of this week the soul of Mr. B. J. Jinks took its flight from the earth to that bourne from which no traveler returns. His death was the result of a prolonged illness with diabetes, from which dreaded disease he had suffered for the past several years, until it took a serious turn some two weeks ago, resulting in his death.
     Mr. Jinks was about 55 years of age and has served in the capacity of county surveyor of Butts county for the past twenty years, which position he filled most acceptably up to the time of his death.
     He leaves a wife and two children, besides a large concourse of friends, along with other relatives, who mourn his untimely departure. The body was interred with Masonic honors by the members of St. John's Lodge of Jackson, and his remains were laid to rest in Bethel cemetery on Thursday evening last. The Argus extends sympathy to the bereaved relatives.

Jinks, Carl
Jackson Progress Argus 06 Feb 1964
Carl Jinks, 62, Buried Monday At County Line
     Carl Jinks, 62, died suddenly Saturday afternoon at the Westbury Nursing Home in Jenkinsburg where he had made his home for several years. He was a retired farmer and a World War One veteran.
     Funeral services for Mr. Jinks, were held Monday afternoon from the County Line Baptist Church at 3 o'clock with the Rev. T. H. Wilder and the Rev. S. J. Westbury officiating. Interment was in the County Line Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Jinks was a member of the Philippi Baptist Church in Henry County and the son of the late Mr. James Luther Jinks and Mrs. Emiline McKibben Jinks, also of that county.
     Survivors include two sisters, Mrs. S. R. Bearden of Atlanta; Mrs. B. F. Crumbley of Atlanta; three brothers, P. E. Jinks of Atlanta; V. L. Jinks of Jackson; J. A. Jinks of Griffin; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearer were Eugene Jinks, Ernest Jinks, Ray Jiriks, Thomas Jinks, Lamar Bearden and Bob Elliott.

Jinks, Charles Clifford
Jackson Progress-Argus 18 May 1939
Mr. C. C. Jinks Called By Death
     Mr. Charles Clifford Jinks, 52 years of age, died in a private sanitarium in Atlanta Friday morning at 8 o'clock. He had been admitted to the hospital earlier, in the week for treatment of a disease that had sapped his strength for several months. For a year or more Mr. Jinks had been in declining health, but his condition was not thought to be grave and the news of his death dame as a distinct shock to a host of friends.
     Born in Butts county, he was a son of the late Mr. O. P. Jinks and Mrs. Naomi Burford Jinks, connected with old and prominent families of this section. He attended the Jackson public schools and Locust Grove Institute and then engaged in an active business career. For some years Mr. Jinks was connected with the firm of Mallet & Ball, then operated a transfer business and recently had been engaged in farming. He formerly served on the Jackson police force where he was recognized as a fearless and vigilant officer. He was a member of the Jackson Methodist church. By his rugged honesty and sterling character Mr. Jinks made friends easily, and had the confidence of all with whom he associated.
     Surviving relatives are his wife, the former Miss Maud Maddox; one son, Eslyn Jinks, of Riverdale; two daughters, Miss Ruth Jinks, of Jackson, and Miss Mary Dean Jinks, of Atlanta; one brother, Gales W. Jinks, former Butts county commissioner; two sisters, Mrs. R. C. Knowles, of Atlanta, and Mrs. W. F. O'Neal, of Jackson.
     Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at 4 o'clock at the Jackson Methodist church. The pastor, Rev. A. E. Barton, assisted by Rev. G. A. Briggs of the Baptist church and Rev. E. L. Daniel of the Presbyterian church, officiated. A large assemblage of relatives and friends gathered for a final tribute to this well known citizen and there were many beautiful floral offerings.
     Pallbearers were F. C. Rossey, W. W. Jamerson, A. C. Finley, W. N. Harris, J. A. Knowles and J. W. Duffey.
     Burial was in the Cedar Rock cemetery, with Thornton Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements.

Jinks, Clarence L.
Jackson Progress-Argus, October 6, 1949.
Clarence Jinks Died Suddenly in Panama City.
     Friends here were sorry to learn of the death of Clarence L. Jinks which occurred in Panama City, Fla. September 29. The following story of his death is from the Panama City Times-Herald:
     C. L. Jinks, member of the city commission, businessman and civic leader for the last 20 years, died at his home Thursday morning at 8:30 a.m.
     He was 57 ears of age and was serving his second term on the city commission.
     According to members of his family he arose feeling fine and ate breakfast. He was planning an afternoon fishing trip when he collapsed suddenly and died before a physician could reach his side. Death was attributed to a cerebral hemorrhage.
     Mr. Jinks was a native of Jackson, Ga. He resided in Washington county before locating his home here and establishing the company that bears his name, in 1928. He followed the sawmill and lumber manufacturing business all his life and was highly successful.
     He was a World War I veteran and a member of the James McKnight post of the American Legion. He was a member of the First Methodist church and if its board of trustees. Mr. Jinks was widely known and loved throughout this section and took an an active part in civic, governmental and business affairs of the community.
     Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Dorothy Milam Jinks; a daughter, Mrs. Dorothy Sue Parker; two sons, C. L. Jr of Panama City and J. B. a student at Florida State University, Tallahassee; two brothers, Elmo and J. R. of Tallahassee; three sisters, Mrs. H. W. Turner and Mrs. J. G. McDonald of Jackson, Ga. and Mrs. Hoyt Wiggonton of Alabama City, Ala.
     Funeral services were held at the First Methodist church Saturday. The Rev. R. D. Daffin, pastor of St. Andrew Presbyterian church, officiated and was assisted by Rev. J. C. Miller. The body was taken to the church at noon Saturday to lie in state until the hour of the funeral. Interment was in Greenwood cemetery.
                         
Jinks, Emily Antoinette Gilmore
  The Jackson Progress-Argus January 8, 1926
Death has called Mrs. Emily Jinks.
     Following an illness of short duration, Mrs. Emily Jinks, 69 years of age, passed away at her home on East Third street Saturday afternoon at 5:30 o'clock. She became ill the first of the week and her condition steadily grew worse until the end came late Saturday.
     The passing of Mrs. Jinks caused sincere sorrow to a large circle of devoted friends. Born and reared in the county she had spent her entire life here and her sweet and gentle character, her patience, kindness and Christian fortitude won the love and admiration of all with whom she came in contact. A constant sufferer for many years she was never heard to complain but always scattered sunshine and cheer wherever she went. She exemplified the noblest type of Christian womanhood and her life was a benediction not only to her family but to the large circle of friends that knew her best. All prized her friendship and her life was a blessing to those fortunate enough to call her friend.
     Mrs. Jinks was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Gilmore, pioneer citizens of Butts county. Her husband, Mr. John G. Jinks, preceded her to the grave several years. She was a faithful member of the Methodist church.
     She is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Nannie Bell Jinks, popular teacher in the Jackson public schools, Mrs. H. W. Turner, of Jackson, Mrs. R. S. Womble, of Vienna, and Mrs. Hoyt Wigginton, of Alabama City. Also, three sons, Messrs. Elmer and Bert Jinks, of Tallahassee, Fla., and Mr. Clarence Jinks of Wiggins, S. C.; a brother, Mr. H. F. Gilmore, of Jackson and a sister, Mrs. J. C. Gunn, of Adel, and the following grandchildren, Don and Glen Womble, Earl Jinks, Elizabeth and Emily Jinks, Dorothy Sue, C. L. Jinks, Jr., and Henry Turner.
     Funeral services were held from the home Monday morning at 10 o'clock, the services being conducted by Rev. Augustus Ernest, her pastor, assisted by Rev. A. R. Woodson, pastor of the Presbyterian church. The love and esteem of many friends were attested by the lovely floral offerings. Interment was in the Jackson city cemetery.
     The pallbearers were Messrs. Boyd McMichael, Edgar McMichael, Jack Dempsey, R. I. Knox, W. H. Barnes, George Kimbell.

Jinks, Emma Maude Maddox
Jackson Progress Argus 29 Dec 1960
Mrs. C. C. Jinks Buried Tuesday At Cedar Rock
     Mrs. C. C. Jinks, 74, of 672 Covington Street, died Monday afternoon of a heart attack shortly after being admitted to Griffin-Spalding County Hospital.
     Mrs. Jinks was stricken with a slight heart seizure Saturday morning which was followed by a more severe and fatal attack Monday. A lifelong resident of Butts County, she was born Miss Emma Maude Maddox, daughter of William H. Maddox and Mrs. Rosa Cole Maddox, both natives of Butts County. She was the widow of the late Charlie C. Jinks. She was a member of the Jackson Methodist Church.
     Funeral services for the widely known Jackson matron were held Tuesday afternoon at three o'clock at the Jackson Methodist Church with the Rev. Ralph Goodwin, pastor of the Jackson Nazarene Church, and the Rev. Ralph Shea, former pastor of the Jackson Methodist Church, officiating. Interment was in the Cedar Rock Cemetery with Haisten's Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. W. R. Singleton of Jackson and Mrs. Perry Stancil of Atlanta; one son, Eslyn Jinks, of Jackson; three sisters, Mrs. W. M. Bond, Jackson; Mrs. Ray Cook, of Jackson; Mrs. Joe McClain of Atlanta; seven grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were Glenn McClain, Lawrence McClain, W. L. Collins Jr., Jerry Burford, Seaborn Maddox Jr., and Lamar Jinks.

Jinks, Emmaline V.
Jackson Progress Argus 10 May 1951
Mrs. J. L. Jinks Called By Death
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. V. L. Jinks sympathize with them in the death of Mr. Jinks' mother, Mrs. J. L. Jinks, 89, which occurred Tuesday, May 1, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. S. R. Bearden, in Atlanta. Mrs. Jinks was a native of Henry county and in recent years had lived with her children.
     Funeral services were held Thursday at 3 p. m. at County Line Baptist church with Rev. Robert O'Brien and Rev. L. E. Smith officiating.
     Survivors are two daughters, Mr. S. R. Bearden and Mrs. Lillian Crumbley; four sons, P. E., V. L., J. A. and Carl Jinks; 11 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.

Jinks, Gales William
Jackson Progress Argus 21 Jan 1943
Gales W. Jinks Died Thursday Of Long Illness
     Gale W, Jinks, former member of the Butts county commissioners and widely known citizen, died at his home on Covington Road early Thursday morning after a long illness. His health became impaired three or four years ago when he suffered a stroke and another stroke this week was the immediate cause of death.
     Funeral plans will be announced later by Thornton Funeral Homes.

Jinks, Infant
  The Jackson Argus December 17, 1897
A Child Dies.
     A little child of Mr. Doc Jinks died last Saturday at his home about five miles northeast of town.
     At this writing Mrs. Jinks is suffering from nervous prostration, and is dangerously ill.
     This excellent family has our tenderest sympathy.

Jinks, Infant Girl
Jackson Progress-Argus 13 Feb 1941
Mr. and Mrs. Eslyn Jinks Lose Baby Daughter
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. Eslyn Jinks of Riverdale, formerly of Jackson, sympathize with them in the death of their baby daughter Saturday, Feb. 8. The burial was in the Worthville cemetery Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Jinks is the former Miss Billie White. The baby's grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. W. J. White and Mrs. C. C. Jinks.

Jinks, James Arthur
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Jan 1975
Mr. Jinks Died In Griffin
     Mr. James Arthur Jinks, 82, of 2238 Dewey Street, Griffin, died at six o'clock Saturday, January 11th, at the Griffin-Spalding County Hospital where he was admitted a few hours earlier. Mr. Jinks was stricken ill at his home.
     A retired employee of Thomaston Mills, Griffin Division, Mr. Jinks had been in declining health. for some time. He was a native of Henry County, son of the late Mr. Venie Luther Jinks and the late Mrs. Emmie McKibben Jinks.
     Mr. Jinks was a member of the Second Baptist Church and of the Men's Bible Class, and was a member of Griffin Lodge, 412, F&AM.
     Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at three o'clock from the Second Baptist Church with the Rev. W. G. Southerland, the Rev. Hartwell E. Kennedy, Rev. Wayman Merritt, and Rev. Paul Lawrence officiating. Haisten Funeral Home of Griffin was in charge of arrangements
     Mr. Jinks is survived by his wife, Mrs. Myrtice Woodward Jinks; a daughter, Mrs. Emmie J . Dye of Griffin; two brothers, V. L. Jinks of Jackson and P. E. Jinks of McDonough; two sisters, Mrs. S. R. Bearden, Sr. of Atlanta and Mrs. B. F. Crumbley of Huntington, West Virginia.

Jinks, James Monroe
Jackson Progress-Argus Oct 10, 1940
James M. Jinks Called By Death
     The death of Mr. James Monroe Jinks, 77 years of age, occurred Sunday afternoon just as he concluded leading a hymn at the Sacred Harp singing at Sunday Creek church. Mr. Jinks, a well-known song leader, had taken part in the singing during the day and was stricken with a fatal attack late in the day and died before medical assistance could be summoned
     Born in Henry county, a son of Isaac W. and Martha Ann Bankston Jinks, he had resided in Henry, Spalding and Butts counties and in recent years had lived in Jackson. He engaged in farming until his health failed. Mr. Jinks was connected with families well known in the business affairs of this region. He was a member of the Primitive Baptist church.
     He is survived by his wife, the former Miss Mattie Ruth Strickland of Fayette county; six daughters, Mrs. Mattie Lou Apple of Spalding county; Mrs. Berta Spier of Forest Park; Mrs. Gladys Savage of Cedartown; Mrs. Lizzie Elmira Eubanks of East Point; Mrs. Nola Seymour and Miss Ollie Jinks of Butts county; a son, Troy Jerome Jinks, of Atlanta; a sister, Mrs. P. C. Crane of Pepperton.
     Funeral services were held at Beersheba church Monday afternoon at 2:30 and Elder Robert Barron was the officiating minister. Burial was in County Line cemetery with Thornton Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements.

Jinks, John Garlington
  The Jackson Argus October 14, 1898
Death of Mr. J. G. Jinks.
     J. G. Jinks brother of the lamented B. J. Jinks for many year surveyor of this county is dead. About a year since Mr. Jinks with his family went to Dublin, where he entered in business and was steadily prospering.
     On last Friday evening he went across the street to a neighbors house and became engaged in a pleasant conversation, and about this time he received a severe stroke of paralysis and fell from his chair dead. He was carried home and hence the remains were brought to Jackson on Saturday and interred at the cemetery on Sunday at 2 p.m., Rev. W. M. Winn officiating at the grave.
     Besides hosts of friends the deceased leaves a wife and several children to whom we extend our condolence.

Jinks, John R.
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Dec 1952
J. R. Jinks Died Tuesday After Heart Seizure
     J. R. Jinks, native of Jackson but resident of Florida since 1915, and former mayor of Tallahassee and active in the business life of that city, died in his sleep Tuesday. He had a heart seizure a few days receding death.
     Mrs. J. G. McDonald; a sister, and Mr. and Mrs. Hoyt Wiggonton of Alabama City, Ala., sister and brother-in-Iaw, attended the fuenral Wednesday at 3:30 at the Methodist Church in Tallahassee.
     Formerly in the lumber business, ,Mr. Jinks had been a real estate dealer since his health became impaired. He was a member of the Methodist Church and an Elk. Mr. Jinks, son of' the late John Jinks and Mrs. Emily Gilmore Jinks; was born and reared in Jackson. He survived by his wife, the former Miss Miriam Merritt of Marianna, Fla.; two daughters, Mrs. J. W. Henson of Marianna and Mrs. Franklin Alexander of Tallahassee; a grandson, Johnny Alexander; his sisters, Mrs. H. W. Turner and Mrs. J. G. McDonald of Jackson, and Mrs. Hoyt Wigginton of Alabama City, Ala., several nieces and nephews.
  
Jinks, Lamar Persons (Son)
Jackson Progress Argus 08 Aug 1984
     Lamar Persons (Son) Jinks, 70, of 567 McDonough Road, Jackson, died Aug. 1 at Sylvan Grove Hospital following an illness of several months.
     Mr. Jinks was born in Butts County, son of the late Gales William Jinks and Vida Bond Jinks. He was a retired Civil Service employee at Fort Gillem and a member of the Jackson United Methodist Church where he a former chairman of the administrative board and a member of the Methodist Men's Club. He was a member of the Jackson Exchange Club and worked each year with the Butts County Fair. He was also a member of the Jackson Housing Authority.
     Survivors include his wife, Reba Morris Jinks; stepdaughter. Barbara Stephens, both of Jackson, Emma Richardson of Macon, and Virginia Mann of Baltimore, Md.; several nieces and nephews.
     Services were held Thursday at 3 p.m. in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with the Rev. Malcolm Paterson and the Rev. Reichard Mann officiating. Burial was in the Cedar Rock cemetery.
     Pallbearers were Jimmy Adams, Jarrel Davis, Harold English, Adam Smith, Aaron Phillips, and Jack Knowles. Members of the Methodist Men's Club and the Jackson Exchange Club served as honorary pallbearers.
     Haisten Funeral Horne was in charge of arrangements.
 
Jinks, Levie
Jackson Progress-Argus 26 Jan 1934
Brother of Mrs. Jinks Passes in Florida Home
     Friends of Mrs. Levie Jinks, of Chattahoochee, formerly of Jackson, sympathize with her in the death of her brother, Mr. Ambrose Peek, which occurred at his home in Dade City, Fla., Friday of the past week. Mr. Peek was a former resident of Macon and was well known in Jackson.
     He is survived by his wife, a son, five sisters and a brother. Funeral services were held in Dade City.

Jinks, Lovie Elmo
Jackson Progress Argus 22 Nov 1951
L. Elmo Jinks Taken By Death
     The death of L. Elmo Jinks, about 68, occurred early Tuesday at his home in Tallahassee, Fla. He had been in declining, health after a stroke a year or two ago. Mr. Jinks was found dead in bed by members of the family.
     Born in Jackson, son of the late Mrs. Emily Gilmore Jinks and Johnny G. Jinks, he had resided in Florida for more than thirty years and had been a citizen of Tallahassee several years. There he operated a machine shop and was active in the business and religious life of the city. He was a member of the Methodist church.
     Survivors are his wife, the former Miss Aria Booker of McRae, Ga.; one son, Karl Jinks, associated in business with his father; one brother, J. R. Jinks of Tallahassee; three sisters, Mrs. H. W. Turner and Mrs. J. G. McDonald of Jackson; Mrs. Hoyt Wiggonton of Alabama City, Ala.; several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were held in Talllahassee Wednesday. Mrs. J. G. McDonald left Tuesday to attend the funeral.

Jinks, Lucy Upchurch
Jackson Progress Argus 27 Apr 1988
     Lucy Upchurch Jinks, 77, of McDonough died Sunday.
     The funeral was held Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the Rainer-Carmichael Chapel in McDonough with Dr. James D. Bradshaw officiating. Burial was in the McDonough cemetery.
     Mrs. Jinks, a native of Rockdale County, was the daughter of Jessie T. Upchurch and Mendaleen Turner Upchurch.
     She was retired from the textile industry and was a member of the First Baptist Church in McDonough.
     Survivors include two daughters, Lucille Tomberlin of Orlando, Fla., and Mindy Cotfelter of McDonough; sons, Jessie Jinks of Hope Hull, Ala., Homer Jinks of Lake Jackson, Bobby Jinks of Forest Park, and Aaron Jinks of Jonesboro; 17 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; two brothers; one sister; several nephews and nieces.

Jinks, Martha Bankston
  The Jackson Progress-Argus March 1, 1918
Mrs. Martha Jinks Passed Away Wednesday Evening
     After an illness of only a few days, Mrs. Martha Jinks, 79 years of age, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. P. C. Crane, near Jackson Wednesday night at 7 o'clock. Death was due to paralysis.
     Mrs. Jinks was a member of Beersheba church, where the funeral services were held Thursday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock. The pastor, Elder VanHenderson, conducted the services.
     Mrs. Jinks is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Pearl Crane, and one son, Mr. J. M. Jinks, of Henry county.
  
Jinks, Martha Susan Ingram
  The Jackson Argus October 29, 1897
Mrs. Jinks Dead.
     The death of Mrs. B. J. Jinks, which occurred last week, was indeed a sad one. Her husband, who was the county surveyor, died some two years since, and now she follows him, leaving two grown daughters to make their way in the world.
     Mrs. Jinks was buried at old Bethel cemetery last Sunday.
     The Argus, in common with our people, tender sympathy to the bereaved relatives and friends.

Jinks, Marvin Eslyn
Jackson Progress Argus 15 Oct 1964
Heart Attack Saturday Claims Eslyn Jinks, 55
     Funeral services for Marvin Eslyn Jinks, 55, of 232 North Mulberry Street, Jackson, widely known farmer and merchant, were conducted Sunday afternoon at three o'clock from the Jackson Methodist Ohurch with the Rev. Marvin Brewer, pastor, and the Rev. Ralph Goodwin officiating. Interment was in Cedar Rock Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Jinks became ill about 9 o'clock Saturday morning, October 10, in his store and was carried to Sylvan Grove Hospital where he was pronounced dead on arrival. Death was believed to have been caused from a heart attack.
     Mr. Jinks and his wife, the former Miss Frances White, operated Jinks Cash Store in Jackson. He was a member of the Methodist Church and a veteran of World War II. He was a native of Butts County, son of the late Charles C. Jinks and Mrs. Maude Maddox Jinks.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Frances White Jinks; two daughters, Jan Jinks and Deidra Jinks, both of Jackson; one son, Jed Lynn Jinks of Jackson; two sisters, Mrs. Ruth Singleton of Jackson and Mrs. Mary Stancil of Atlanta; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Marlin Spencer, Horace Cawthon, Lamar Jinks, David Gray, Otis Stephens, Charles P. Stancil.
Jinks, Mattie Ruth Strickland
Jackson Progress Argus 21 Aug 1975
Mrs. Jinks Died On Saturday
     Mrs. Mattie Ruth Strickland Jinks of Route 5, Jackson, died early Saturday morning, August 16th, in the Hilltop Nursing Home in Monroe County.
     Born in Fayette County, Mrs. Jinks had lived in Butts and Henry Counties most of her life.
     She was a member of the Bersheha Primitive Baptist Church of Locust Grove. She was a retired employee of the Forsyth Twine and Cord Company.
     Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon at two-thirty o clock from McDonald Chapel in Griffin. The Rev. T. J. Thaxton, the Rev. Forrest Thompson and the Rev. Roy Speir officiated. Interment was in County Line Baptist Church cemetery in Jenkinsburg with McDonald Chapel in charge.
     Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Nola J. Seymour of Jackson, and Mrs. Ollie J. Webb of Atlanta; a grandson, Larry Thomas Webb of East Point; two step-daughters, Mrs. Mattie Lou Apple of Locust Grove and Mrs. Myra Miller of East Point; a step-son, Troy Jerome Jinks of Decatur; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Maude Strickland of Griffin; several nieces and nephews.

Jinks, Oscar Persons
Jackson Progress-Argus 23 Oct 1936
Mr. O. P. Jinks Dies After Long Illness
     The death of Mr. O. P. Jinks, 75 years of age, one of the county's best known citizens, occurred Thursday morning at the home of his son, Mr. C. C. Jinks on Covington street. In declining health for some time his condition had recently been serious and death was not unexpected. The passing of this prominent citizen brought sincere regret to a host of friends throughout this section of the state.
     Born and reared in Butts county, Mr. Jinks was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Gales Jinks, among the early settlers of this section. He had spent an active and useful life in Butts county, and was recognized as one of the most successful and progressive farmers in middle Georgia. A man of honor and integrity, he was held in high esteem by all his associates. His farm near Jackson claimed first attention but recently he had been forced to give up active work and had been making his home with his son in Jackson. Mr: Jinks was a member of New Hope church in Henry county.
     He is survived by two sons, Mr. C. C. Jinks and, Mr. Gales W. Jinks, both of Jackson; two daughters, Mrs. R. C. Knowles, of Atlanta, and Mrs. Floyd O'Neal, of Jackson. He is also survived by 21 grandchildren.
     Funeral services were held at the Jackson Methodist church Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock, with Rev. R. P. Etheridge officiating. Many relatives and friends gathered for a final tribute and expressed their love through a wealth of floral offerings. The pallbearers were Eslyn Jinks, Jack Knowles, F. C. Rossey, Lamar Jinks, David Gray and Lawrence Pope. Interment was in the Jackson cemetery.

Jinks, Ruth
Jackson Progress Argus 10 Sep 1959
Former Resident, Miss Ruth Jinks, Died in Atlanta
     The death of Miss Ruth Jinks occurred at her home in Atlanta Saturday, September 5th, after a long illness of cancer. She was buried Sunday at Old Bethel with Dr: McLain of the First Baptist Church of Atlanta having charge of the service. She was 81 years of age.
     She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Burwell Jinks and lived in Jackson a long number of years. She was active in all phases of work in the Baptist Church.
     She was the descendant of some of the most influential families of the county.
     She is survived by a niece, Mrs. Warren W. Askew, Newnan, and one nephew, Mr. David J. Fargason of Macon.

Jinks, T. L.
Jackson Progress-Argus 26 Jan 1939
Death of T. L. Jinks Occurred in Forsyth
     T. L. Jinks, an esteemed citizen of Forsyth, passed away Saturday at the Wesley Memorial Hospital in Atlanta, following an illness of six weeks.
     Mr. Jinks is survived by his widow; his mother, Mrs. Ellen Jinks, of Jackson; four sisters, Mrs. Cora Malone, Griffin; Mrs. Naomi McMichael, Jasper county, Mrs. O. B. Smith, Locust Grove, Mrs. Carl Glass, Texas City, Tex., and two brothers, Marvin Jinks, Locust Grove, and Doyle Jinks, Jackson.
     The funeral was conducted Sunday afternoon at the Baptist church at Locust Grove by Rev. S. A. F. Wagner, and interment was in the church cemetery. Monroe Advertiser

Jinks, Tassie Kimbell McMichael
Jackson Progress Argus 14 Dec 1983
     Mrs. Tassie Kimbell McMichael Jinks, 91, of Route 2, Jackson, the Stark community, died Monday morning at Westbury Nursing Home in Jenkinsburg where she had been a resident for the last eight years.
     A native of Butts County, Mrs. Jinks was the daughter of the late Bartow Kimbell and Fannie Burford Kimbell and the widow of Vanie Lyndon Jinks. She was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church.
     Survivors include a son James Thomas Jinks of Stone Mountain; daughter, Mrs. Annie Lou Welch of Forsyth; son-in-law, Harold Standard of Jackson; four grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews .
     Services were conducted Tuesday at 10 a.m. in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson with the Rev. Maxie Threatt officiating. Burial was in the Stark United Methodist Church cemetery.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Jinks, Tranquil
  The Jackson Argus March 29, 1895
Death of Miss Tranquil Jinks.
     Miss Jinks died, Sunday, near Jenkinsburg, where she had lived all her life, or since the death of her parents, which occurred when she was quite young. She had many friends in her community and not an enemy that we know of. She leaves several brothers to mourn her death, all of whom are grown and married.
     There is a strange coincidence in her death and that of Mrs. J. W. Childs. They lived not a mile apart, both died of consumption about the same time, and both were buried at Bersheeba church. They were good friends but not related.

Jinks, Vanie Lyndon
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Mar 1975
Long Illness Claims Mr. V. L. Jinks
     Mr. Vanie Lyndon Jinks, 84, of Route 2, Jackson, prominent resident of the Stark community, died Wednesday morning, March 5th at his residence. He had been in declining health for a number of years.
     Mr. Jinks was born in Henry County on October 14, 1890, the son of the late M. Luther Jinks and the late Mrs. Emmie McKibben Jinks. Mr. Jinks was a retired custodian of the Butts County Court House. He was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church where he was a retired deacon.
     Funeral services for Mr. Jinks were held Friday March 7th at Macedonia Baptist Church with Rev. Jenkins, pastor, officiating. Interment was in the Bersheba Cemetery near Locust Grove. Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Jinks is survived by his wife, Mrs. Tassie Kimbell Jinks of Westbury Nursing Home in Jenkinsburg; two daughters, Mrs. Ida Welch of Forsyth; and Mrs. Harold Standard of Jackson; one son, James T. Jinks of Atlanta; two sisters, Mrs. S. R. Bearden of Atlanta, and Mrs. Barney Crumbley of Huntington, W.Va.; one brother, Prentice Jinks of McDonough; four grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers for Mr. Jinks were Willis McClure, Otho Mprgan, Robert Reese, Oscar Young, Lewis Cawthon, Andrew Cook; Gene Mitchell and M. L. Hodges, Jr.

Jinks, Vanie Luther
Jackson Progress-Argus 4 Sep 1936
Mr. Jinks Passes After Operation
     A death that caused much sorrow to the family and a shock to a host of friends was that of Mr. Vanie Luther Jinks, the sixteen-year old son of Mr. and Mrs. V. L. Jinks, of Four Points, which occurred at the Georgia Baptist hospital Friday morning. He was seized with an attack of appendicitis last week and was taken to the hospital Wednesday night for an operation. Peritonitis and other complications developed following the operation and the end came early Friday morning.
     Mr. Jinks, a student at the Tussahaw Consolidated School, was a splendid young boy of high character, attractive personality and bright prospects. He was popular with school mates and with all who knew him. A member of Macedonia church he showed much interest in Sunday school and religious activities. The sudden passing of Mr. Jinks cast a gloom over that entire community.
     Surviving relatives include his parents, Mr. and Mrs. V. L. Jinks; one brother, Thomas Jinks; two sisters, Mrs. G. H. Standard and Miss Annie Lucile Jinks; grandmothers, Mrs. J. L. Jinks, of Butts county, and Mrs. T. N. Crumbley, of Henry county.
     Funeral services were held at Macedonia church Saturday afternoon at 2:30, with Rev. H. E. Gaddy, the pastor, assisted by Rev. R. B Harrison and Rev. J. B. Stodghill, officiating. Many relatives and friends gathered for a final tribute, and interment was in the family lot in Beersheba cemetery in Henry county with S. H. Thornton in charge.

Jinks, Vida Q. Bond
Jackson Progress Argus 30 Nov 1961
Mrs. G. W. Jinks Died Monday At Emory Hospital
    Mrs. Vida Bond Jinks, 69, widow of the late Gales W. Jinks, former Butts County Commissioner, died Monday morning at Emory University Hospital following a short illness.
    Born in Butts county, Mrs. Jinks was the daughter of J. M. D. Bond and Mrs. Emma Stewart Bond. She resided in Jackson at 567 McDonough Road. She was a member of the Cedar Rock Congregational Methodist Church.
    Funeral services were held Wednesday morning at 11 o'clock at the Cedar Rock Congregational Methodist Church with the Rev. Jerry Partain, pastor, officiating, assisted by the Rev. W. L. Cawthon, pastor of the Jackson Methodist Church. Interment was in the Cedar Rock Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
    Survivors include five daughters, Mrs. A. Richardson and Mrs. R. L. Paul, both of Macon, Mrs. C. F. Smith and Mrs. H. M. Stephens, both of Jackson; and Mrs. K. L. Mann, Baltimore, Md.; one son, Lamar P. Jinks, Jackson; two sisters, Mrs. E. W. O'Neal Jr., Decatur; Mrs. Floyd Boyd, Monticello; four brothers, O. J. Bond, Jackson; L. B. W. Bond, Pittsburgh, Pa.; C. C. Bond, Rome; W. C. Bond, Locust Grove; ten grandchildren.
    Pallbearers were HughIon O'Neal, Donald O'Neal, Johnny Emory Bond, Tom Bond, Pete Bond, and Doyle Bond.

Jinks, William Walter
Jackson Progress Argus Apr 26 1931
Prominent Young Man Is Taken by Reaper
     Coming as a painful shock to a wide circle of friends was t h e death of Mr. William Walter Jinks, 40 years of age, which occurred at a Griffin hospital Thursday afternoon of the past week. He had not been in robust health recently, suffering from a complication of diseases, and was admitted to a hospital Thursday morning. Friends were not prepared for the news of his passing, which brought sincere sorrow to relatives, and a host of friends.
     Mr. Jinks was born and reared in Jackson and attended the schools here. He was a son of Mr. O. P. Jinks and the late Mrs. Naomi Burford Jinks, prominent and beloved residents of Butts county. For several years he was affiliated with the Standard Oil Company and for the past few years had been local agent for the Gulf Refining Company. By his application to business and his personality he had built up a large and profitable business throughout the county and this section.
     Mr. Jinks was also engaged in farming, his home in the northern part of Jackson being one of the attractive homes of the county. He was a member of the Jackson Methodist church and was held in high esteem on account of his upright and honorable business dealings and his sterling character.
     Mr. Jinks is survived by his wife, who was Miss Dovie Perdue before her marriage; three daughters, Misses Naomi, Mary Will and Geraldine Jinks; his father, Mr. O. P. Jinks, prominent farmer of the county; two brothers , Mr. C. C. Jinks, chief of police in Jackson, and Mr. Gales W. Jinks, member of the Butts county board of commissioners; one sister, Mrs. R. C. Knowles, of Jackson.
     The funeral rites, held at the Jackson Methodist church Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock, were attended by a concourse of relatives and friends. Rev. T. H. Williams, the pastor, conducted the service, and the pretty floral offerings attested the love and esteem of relatives and many friends. The pallbearers were Messrs. C. C. Jinks, G. W. Jinks, R. C. Knowles, R. H. Burford, Floyd O'Neal and W. W. Jamerson. Interment was made in the Jackson city cemetery.

Jinks, Zenoma Zane Burford
  The Jackson Argus October 14, 1898
     Just as we go to press we learn of the death of Mrs. Dock Jinks, which occurred this morning at her home a few miles north of town. This will be sad intelligence to the many acquaintances of this estimable woman.
  
Jobe, Lotha Faye Hill
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Apr 1995
     Lotha Faye Hill Jobe of Jackson died Monday, April 10, at Monroe County Hospital in Forsyth.
     Funeral services were held Friday, April 14, in Sherrell Memorial Chapel with Rev. Ronny Barnes and Rev. Phil Schroeder officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mrs. Jobe was born Aug. 30, 1922 in Altus, AR, daughter of the late Pleas Hill and the late Maggie Bledsole Hill. She was a member of County Line Baptist Church in Newton County.
     Survivors include husband, Homer B. Jobe of Jackson; son, Howard Lee Jobe of Jackson; daughters, Kathy Dybendal of Laplace, LA and Linda J. Gobble and Sharon L. McKenley, both of Jackson; sister, Jean Dicks of Ozark, AR; brother, Johnny Hill of LaFayette, LA; 14 grandchildren; and eight great grandchildren.
     Sherrell, Wilson, Mangham Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Jobson, Jennie, Mrs.
  Middle Georgia Argus June 16, 1885
     We regret to announce the death of Mrs. Jennie Jobson, nee Miss Elder, sister to our fellow townsman W. F. Elder, which occurred near Sunny Side on Sunday. Tis sad to think of one so young and fair having to meet death so soon, but the Supreme one knows best, as all things work together for good. We sympathize with the bereaved ones.
  
Johnson, Mr.
  Middle Georgia Argus August 7, 1888
     The grand-father of Rev. J. H. Johnson died in Kingston, Ga., last week at the age of 94 years. His wife is 90 years of age and still lives. They lived together 71 years. They have quite a number of children and grand-children and great-grand-children. The old gentleman died triumphant in christian faith, having been an humble follower of Christ for three-quarters of a century.
  
Johnson, Alvin R.
Jackson Progress Argus 08 Jun 1961
Jackson Barber Dies in Covington
    Funeral services for Alvin R. Johnson, Route 1, Jackson, were held last Monday, June 5 at 3 p. m. from Youth Baptist Church in Newton County. Mr. Johnson died on Saturday, June 3, at Newton County hospital, to which he was taken Friday after a sudden illness.
    Mr. Johnson had been employed as a barber at the City Barber Shop prior to his sudden illness.
    Officiating at the funeral were Rev. W. D. Fortner and Rev. George W. Briscoe Jr. Interment was in Youth Baptist Cemetery.
    Survivors include his wife; his father, Mr. James L. Johnson, Jackson; two sons, Mr. A. Robert Johnson, Stone Mountain and Mr. Richard Johnson, Logansville; four daughters, Mrs. Herman Harper, Jonesboro; Miss Brenda Johnson, Miss Rachel Johnson and Miss Debora Johnson, all of Jackson; three brothers, Mr. Harvey Johnson, Logansville; Mr. J. C. Johnson, Monroe, and Mr. Billy Johnson, Oxford.
    J. C. Harwell & Sons, Covington, were in charge ,of funeral arrangements.

Johnson, Annie
Jackson Progress Argus 04 Nov 1981
Johnson Rites Held Thursday
     Funeral services for Mrs. Annie Johnson of Westbury Nursing Home were held Thursday, October 29th at 3 o'clock from the Chapel of Trimier Jackson Funeral Service. Rev. W.T. Brown officiated and interment was in the Macedonia cemetery.
     Mrs. Johnson died October 25th at the Westbury Nursing Home.
     There were no immediate survivors.
     Trimier Jackson Funeral Service was in charge of arrangements.

Johnson, Antavius Leon
Jackson Progress Argus 05 Feb 1992
     Master Antavius Leon Johnson 3, of Shiloh Road in Jenkinsburg died Jan. 25.
     The funeral was held Sat., Feb. 1, at St. James Baptist Church in Butts County, with the Rev. R. L. Henderson officiating. Burial was in Bold Springs Cemetery.
     Master Johnson was born on Jan. 13, 1989, in Spalding County, son of Linda Williams of Griffin and Leon Johnson of Jenkinsburg.
     Survivors include his parents; sisters, Latonvia and Sebrina McDowell, both of Jenkinsburg, and Lukessia and Irissa Head; brother, Coury Dewberry and Antwon Williams, all of Griffin; grandparents, Gertrude Price, Delas Johnson, and . Lizzie Williams; greatgrandparents, Leola Price, and Delas and Odessa Johnson.
     Trimier Funeral Home in Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Johnson, Arta
Jackson Progress Argus May 16, 1930
"Uncle Arta" Johnson Summoned by Death
     The death of Arta Johnson probably the oldest citizen of Butts county occurred Sunday afternoon at his home on the Preston place in Iron Springs district
     "Uncle Arta," as he was familiarly known to both white and colored people in the county, was born in Baldwin county in 1824 and belonged to the prominent Dickson family of that section. Upon the occasion of the marriage of William Crawford Dickson (son of James Dickson) to Miss Caroline Palmer, Uncle Arta, who was then 19 years old, was given to the couple for a coachman. When Mrs. Dickson later married Mr. Reuben Bently Johnson, of Forsyth, and subsequently moved to Butts county the family servant gradually became known as Arta Johnson through his correct name was Arta Dickson. Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Dickson were parents of Mrs. Joseph Jolly and grandparents of Mrs. J. D. Jones, of Jackson.
     This old man was a humble and respected citizen and was esteem by the white people and those of his own race. Always polite and humble, he never forgot the good manners taught him in his young days by his master and mistress.
     The Charity Committee of the Woman's Club always remembered him with a substantial box of clothing and goodies at Christmas time, and it did one's heart good to see the old fellow open the box the deep appreciation one seldom sees and the moistened eye were there, as he thanked them for their kindness. It took so little of this world's goods to make him happy, and yet that little he acquired by hard work and honesty. Up until last fall, he made kneepads from the tops of old shoes and crawled along the cotton rows to pick cotton.
     He was buried in Friendship cemetery in Iron Springs district Monday afternoon.

Johnson , Aubrey Hensell
Jackson Progress Argus 02 Nov 1994
     Aubrey Hensell Johnson of High Falls died Friday, Oct. 28.
     Funeral services were held Sunday, Oct. 30, in the Sherrell Memorial Chapel with Rev Mike Whaley officiating. Interment was in the Berea Church cemetery in Hampton.
     Mr. Johnson was born Jan. 19, 1922 in Henry County, son of the late J. S. and Ludy Mae Bright Johnson. He was a retired machinist and member of the Berea Christian Church in Hampton. He served in the Air Force during World War II.
     Survivors include wife, Emma Sue Bankston Johnson; son, Aubrey H. Johnson Jr. of Simpsonville, SC; brother and sister-in-law, Elma and Mary Johnson of Hampton; step-children, Howard Johnson and Joyce Hall, both of Jackson, and Charlotte Hodges and Donna Moon, both of Covington; one grandson; two nephews; and one niece.
     Sherrell, Wilson, Mangham Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Johnson, Blanche Elizabeth
Jackson Progress Argus 18 May 1983
     Mrs. Blanche Elizabeth Johnson, 81, of Washington, D. C. died May 10 in Washington.
     Mrs. Johnson was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Milton Clint Johnson of Jackson.
     Survivors include a brother, Andrew W. Johnson of Los Angeles; sister, Mrs. Florence Johnson Scott of Florida; several nieces and nephews.
     Graveside services were conducted Friday at 3 p.m. in the M. C. Johnson family lot of the Jackson city cemetery. Rev. Hudson White officiated.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Johnson, C. B., Mrs.
Jackson Progress Argus 21 Jul 1938
Funeral Rites Held For Mrs. Johnson
     Flovilla, Ga., July I5. Rites for Mrs. C. B. Johnson, of Flovilla, who died in an Atlanta hospital Thursday, were held at the Flovilla Baptist church Friday afternoon. The Rev. W. J. Self officiated. Burial was in the Flovilla Cemetery.
     She was a member of the Flovilla Baptist church and the Woman's Club. Surviving are her husband; mother, Mrs. Carrie McCarty, Tampa, Fla.; daughter, Mrs. Myrtle Alford, Columbus, Ohio.

Johnson, Candy Marie
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Apr 1971
Graveside Rites this Morning for Candy M. Johnson
     Graveside services for Candy Marie Johnson will be conducted at 11 o'clock Thursday morning, April 1st, at Sandy Creek Cemetery with Rev. Leon Cross officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery with Sherrell Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     The young girl of Route 1, Flovilla, was born January 31st, 1970 in Butts County. She died about 5 o'clock Tuesday afternoon at Sylvan Grove Hospital.
     She is survived by Mr. and Mrs. Doyle Johnson, Miss Gail Johnson, seven uncles, one aunt, and a large number of cousins.

Johnson, Carrie E Palmer
  The Jackson Argus May 7, 1897
Death of Mrs. Johnson.
     We regret to chronicle the death of Mrs. Carrie E. Johnson which occurred on April 30th, 1897, at the residence of her son-in-law Mr. Joseph Jolly, in Jackson. Mrs. Johnson was in the 76th year of her age. She early in life professed hope to Christ and joined the Baptist church at Island Creek, Hancock County Ga., which profession she adorned through a long life until the end came. She was buried at the Pittman family burring ground near Ocmulgee river. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. G. H. Carter.
     Mrs. Johnson was twice married. Her first husband being William C. Dickson of Baldwin county. Her second husband was Rueben B. Johnson of Monroe county. She having only one child by her first husband, Mrs. Joseph Jolly, of Jackson. We greatly sympathize with the bereaved family in their sad affliction.

Johnson, Charles D.
Jackson Progress-Argus, October 17, 1946.
Flovilla Citizen Killed by Train Near the Depot.
     Charlie Johnson, 36-year-old veteran of the World War, was killed by a Southern Railway train near the depot in Flovilla Thursday night, October 10, according to the verdict of a coroner's jury summoned to investigate the case.
     The hour of the tragedy is not now known. The body was found Friday and an inquest was ordered by coroner Truman Hardy. The body was injured about the head and the hands it was explained.
     Son of the late Daniel Johnson and Mrs. Maude Plymale Johnson, the former serviceman resided in the Flovilla community. About a year ago he received his discharge from the United States Army after serving overseas and taking part in the Italian campaign. Surviving relatives are an aunt, Mrs. Whit Mayfield, and an uncle, Riley Johnson, both of Flovilla.
     Funeral services were held at Sandy Creek church Saturday afternoon at 3 o'clock and Rev. J. B. Stodghill officiated. Burial was in the churchyard an Thornton Funeral Home has charge of plans.

Johnson, Charles Newton
Jackson Progress Argus 04 Jul 1957
Charles N. Johnson Is Buried Tuesday At Forsyth Rites
    Funeral services for Charles Newton Johnson of Forsyth, who died Sunday after a long illness, were held at the Forsyth Baptist Church Tuesday morning at 11 o'clock with the Rev. Thornton Williams officiating. Interment was in the Forsyth City Cemetery.
    Mr. Johnson, prominent Monroe county citizen who served for many year as tax assessor, was a member of the Mount Vernon Congregational Methodist Church. He had spent most of his life in Monroe county.
    Survivors are his wife, the former, Miss Kate Hoard; four sons, Rolfe, Drayton and Bob Johnson all of Forsyth; Spencer Johnson, Indian Springs; five daughters, Mrs. J. D. Peters, Mrs. Wyly Wright, Miss Ezma Johnson, all of Forsyth, Mrs. Oliver Green, Gray, and Mrs. Louise Culbreth of Zebulon; one brother, Emmett Johnson, Forsyth; 21 grandchildren and 27 great grandchildren.

Johnson, Charlie
Jackson Progress-Argus 20 Dec 1935
Family Row Results in Death of Negro
Charlie Johnson, Negro Man Killed by Wife as Result of Whipping.
     Charlie Johnson, negro man about 50 years of age, residing on the J. S. Ball farm, was shot and killed by his wife, Luvinia Johnson, Saturday night at a late hour.
     The shooting followed a family row in which Johnson is said to have beat his wife. He left the house to secure a stick to continue the punishment when the woman secured a shotgun and fired as Johnson entered the door.
     The discharge entered the black's head, causing death in a short time.
     The Johnson woman, together with her mother and two children, remained at the home and made no effort to escape. County policemen Williamson and Gifford arrested her Sunday morning.
     Following a commitment trial before Judge J. A. McMichael Monday afternoon the Johnson woman was exonerated.

Johnson, Charlie Lee
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Dec 1994
     Charlie Lee Johnson of Jackson died Sunday, Dec. 11.
     Funeral services were held Thursday, Dec. 15, at Israel Temple CME Church with Rev. R. L. Ward officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery.
     Mr. Johnson was born May 29, 1923 in Butts County, son of the late Samuel Johnson and Gertrude Johnson, who survives. He was a member of Israel Temple CME Church.
     Survivors include wife, Willie Mae Johnson; his mother; 10 sons; a daughter, six brothers; three sisters; 29 grandchildren; nine great grandchildren aunts , an uncle and several nieces and nephews.
     Trimier Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Johnson, Charlie Samuel
Jackson Progress Argus 06 Jul 1961
C. S. Johnson Buried Thursday At Forsyth Rites
    Funeral services for Charlie Samuel Johnson, 69, a retired lumberman of Route 1, Forsyth, were held Thursday at the First Baptist Church with burial in the Forsyth City Cemetery.
    Mr. Johnson died at his home the past Thursday after a short illness. Mr. Johnson, a native of Butts County, was a member of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church in Butts County.
    Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Mrs. Ralph E. Teal, Macon; Mrs. W. H. Jenkins, Hendersonville, N. C.; four sons, Marvin and Franklin Johnson, Forsyth; Malcolm Johnson, Hempstead, N. Y.; Raymond J. Johnson, Atlanta; three sisters, Mrs. Morris Hoard and Mrs. Clyde Wright, Griffin; Mrs. Amos Treadwell, Warner Robins; two brothers, J. W. Johnson, Forsyth; Walter J. Johnson, Washington D. C., and ten grandchildren.

Johnson, Claud
  The Jackson Progress-Argus September 10, 1920
Burns Prove Fatal To Young Johnson.
Clothing caught fire on Tuesday when paint remover ignited.
Death resulted Thursday morning.
     As the results of burns received in the paint shop of Jace Maddox on Tuesday afternoon, Mr. Claud Johnson, son of Mr. A. P. Johnson of the Bell Telephone Company, died at his home here at an early hour Thursday morning. He had been lingering between life and death since Tuesday and gradually grew weaker until the end came Thursday.
     The young man's clothes were almost burned from his body before the fire could be extinguished. It is said the blaze was caused by paint remover catching fire, but just how the fire started is not made plain. When the fire was detected Mr. Maddox and others in his shop worked heroically to put out the flames. Mr. Maddox suffered severe burns to his hands in helping extinguish the blaze.
     When the fire was put out it was found that young Mr. Johnson was seriously burned. He was given immediate medical attention and taken to his home. The best of treatment and nursing proved unavailing in an effort to save his life.
     Mr. Johnson was a quiet, industrious and hard working young man and had a wide circle of friends who were shocked at his untimely death. The family have hundreds of friends who sympathize with them in their sorrow.
The funeral will be held Friday, the arrangements to be announced later.

The Jackson Progress-Argus September 17, 1920
Funeral Of Mr. Johnson Held Gwinnett County.
     Funeral services for Mr. Claud Johnson, whose death occurred Thursday morning as a result of burns received Tuesday afternoon, were held at Centerville church, Gwinnett county, Friday morning at 11 o'clock. The services were conducted by Rev. J. W. MacNamara, assisted by Rev. Mr. Askew. The interment was in the church yard.

Johnson, Cleff Dewitt
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Dec 1971
Rites Saturday In Jackson For C. D. Johnson
     Mr. Cleff Dewitt Johnson, 79, of Route 2, Jackson, died about eight o'clock Thursday night, December 9th, at the Griffin Spalding County Hospital where he had been a patient for four days.
     Mr. Johnson was born in Henry County on February 23, 1892 to the late Mr. Samuel Irvin Johnson and Mrs. Belle Rosser Johnson, both of Henry County. A lifelong resident of Butts County, Mr. Johnson was a retired machinist and was employed by Pepperton and Avondale Mills for over 50 years. He was a member of the Second Baptist Church.
     Funeral services were conducted Saturday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock from the Second Baptist Church with Rev. A. L. Price, pastor, Second Baptist Church, and Rev. Larry Youngblood, pastor of Westside Baptist Church, officiating. Interment was in Jackson City Cemetery with Sherrell Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Johnson is survived by his wife, Mrs. Liza Kelly Johnson of Jackson; three sons, W. N. Johnson, Calvin Johnson and Richard Johnson, all of Jackson; three daughters, Mrs. Myrtle Hoard, Mrs. Grace Capps and Mrs. Juanita Hardy, all of Jackson; two sisters, Mrs. Effie Cook of Jackson and Mrs. Flossie Evans of Morrow; 15 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Gery Hoard, Ricky Johnson, Roger Hardy, Kerry Hardy, Mike Hardy and T. B. Williamson III.

Johnson, Cliff
Jackson Progress-Argus Jun 27, 1940
Cliff Johnson and Nephew Killed by Lightning Sunday
     Cliff Johnson, negro man employed as section hand by the Southern Railway System, and his nephew were killed by lightning at Locust Grove Sunday afternoon. Johnson's wife and others in the party, seeking refuge on a porch during a thunder shower, were severely shocked and burned, according to reports received here.
     Johnson, aged about 35 and with the Southern for several years, had attended an all day singing at Locust Grove and was preparing to return home when the electrical storm broke over that area.
     Surviving relatives include his wife and one or two children. He had a good reputation for industry and thrift, railroad officials said.
     Funeral services were held in Jackson Tuesday afternoon.

Johnson, Curtis B.
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Dec 1981
Rites Held Saturday
     Funeral services for Johnson, 88, of Route one, Flovilla, were held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home. The Rev. Charlie Howell officiated and interment was in the Flovilla City cemetery under the direction of Haisten Funeral Home of
Jackson.
     Mr. Johnson died Friday afternoon at Sylvan Grove Hospital following a lengthy illness. He had been a patient at Hilltop Nursing Home in Monroe County.
     A native of Butts County, he was son of the late P. Pick Johnson and Mrs. Mattie Washington Johnson. He was a veteran of World War II and a member of the Second Baptist Church in Jackson.
     Survivors include two sisters, Mrs. W. C. Godsey of Jackson and Mrs. Anna Maddox of Jenkinsburg; several nieces and nephews.
Johnson, David
Jackson Progress Argus 08 Jun 1983
     Funeral services were held May 23 at Trimier-Jackson Funeral Home in Jackson for Mr. David Johnson of Atlanta who died May 20 at Grady Hospital following a lengthy illness. Burial was in Jackson city cemetery.
     Survivors include daughters, Ms. Mary Jo Johnson and Mrs. Cecile Head, both of Jackson, and Mrs. Shirley Watkins of Decatur; sisters, Miss Julia Johnson, Mrs. Lois Berry of Detroit, Mrs. Martha Cash of Cleveland; brothers, Robert Johnson of Jackson, Johnny Johnson of Atlanta, and Ellison Johnson of San Antonio, Texas; six grandchildren; three great-grand- children; nieces and nephews.
     Trimier-Jackson Funeral Service was in charge of arrangements.

Johnson, Dovie McDonald
  Butts County Progress March 24, 1911
Fincherville.
     Death, the black camel which kneels at every one's door, came to the home of Mr. Hershel Johnson on Thursday March 16 and took from him his fair young wife. Mrs. Johnson had been sick for three weeks and was thought to be improving so fast no one could realize such a sudden death. It came as a shock to the entire community. Every one who knew her loved her. She was a good, kind and christian woman. We miss her so much, her place can never be filled here on earth. She was buried at Sardis Friday afternoon at 4 o'clock. We extend our deepest sympathy to the heart stricken husband and to her relatives. We know that God will cheer them in their bereavement.

Johnson, Doyle W.
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Nov 1994
     Doyle W. Johnson of Jackson died Saturday, Nov. 19, at Westbury Medical Care Home.
     Funeral services were held Sunday, Nov. 20, in the Sherrell Memorial Chapel with Rev. Grene Sellers and Rev. Lovell Coe officiating. Interment was in the Sandy Creek Cemetery.
     Mr. Johnson was born May 27, 1911 in Butts County, son of the late Riley Johnson and Lillie Plymale Johnson. He was the widower of Tommy Lou Johnson. He had been employed at the Pepperton Cotton Mill and was a member of Shady Grove Baptist Church.
     Survivors include daughters, Shirley King of Jackson and Gail Parker of Flovilla; sons, Leslie, Riley and Jack Johnson, all of Flovilla, Robert and Frank Johnson of Jackson, Rocky Johnson of Griffin and Don Johnson of Forsyth; sister, Bessie Mae Jenkins of McDonough; 28 grandchildren; several great grandchildren, great great grandchildren and nieces and nephews.
     Sherrell, Wilson, Mangham Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Johnson, Duskin J., Mrs.
Jackson Progress Argus 07 Aug 1975
Mrs. Johnson Passes In Gainesville
     Mrs. Duskin J. Johnson of Gainesville, sister of Mrs. India Bailey of Jackson, died Thursday, August 7, in Gainesville following an illness of several years. She had visited here on many occasions.
     Funeral services were held Friday in Clermont at Strickland Funeral Home.
Mrs. Johnson is survived by a son, D. J. Johnson of Gainesville; two sisters, Mrs. J. F. Rogers of Gainesville and Mrs. India Bailey of Jackson; a granddaughter; several nieces and nephews.
     Mr. and Mrs. Lou Moelchert and Mrs. Bailey attended the funeral Friday and returned Mrs. Rogers home with them.
  
Johnson, E. M.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus December 10, 1915
     Miss Emma Alice Johnson was called home last Friday because of the death of her father Mr. E. M. Johnson. She was accompanied to Columbus by little Miss Dorothy Jewett who visited her aunt, Mrs. H. V. Hargett. Miss Johnson proved herself worthy and capable in every respect since coming here to accept a position as director of music in the Flovilla High School and has won a host of friends who sympathize with her deeply in her sorrow.
  
Johnson, Eddie
Jackson Progress Argus 29 Jul 1954
Butts Negro Killed Saturday In Auto Wreck
    Eddie Johnson, about 22, Butts county Negro, was instantly killed Saturday night about 10:45 when the car in which he was driving crashed into the embankment at the intersection of the Stark Post Road and Route 16 near the Ocmulgee River Bridge. His wife and two children were passengers in the car, and all save one child suffered critical injuries.
    His wife, Josie Lee Johnson, was taken to a Macon hospital and one of the children was removed to Grady Hospital, both reported to have sustained critical injuries.
    L. J. Brown Jr., Butts county deputy sheriff, investigated the accident in the absence of J. D. Pope, away on vacation, and stated that for some reason Johnson failed to stop for the intersection, and piled head on into the dead end bank.
    At press time all others Injured in the accident were reported still living.
   
Johnson, Edward
Jackson Progress Argus 14 Nov 1990
     Mr. Edward Johnson of 1884 Fisher Road in Atlanta died Sunday, Nov. 11, at the VA Hospital.
     Mr. Johnson was the son of L. C. Johnson of Jackson.
     Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Trimier-Jackson Funeral Home.

Jackson Progress Argus 21 Nov 1990
     Mr. Edward Johnson, 58, of 1884 Fisher Road in Atlanta died Nov. 11 .at the V.A hospital in Decatur.
     Funeral services were held Sunday, Nov. 18, at Bethel AM.E. Church in Jackson,with the Rev. Robert Browning officiating. Burial was in Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mr. Johnson was born in Butts County to L. C. Johnson and the late Beatrice Gill Johnson.
     Survivors include his. son, Edward Johnson Jr., of Atlanta; daughter, Jamilah Abdushage of Atlanta; father, L. C. Johnson of Jackson; three uncles, five aunts, and other relatives.
     Trimier - Jackson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Johnson, Eliza Jane, Mrs.
  The Jackson Argus January 24, 1913
Mrs. Hopkins Mother Dies In Atlanta.
     Mrs. Eliza Jane Johnson, aged 75 years, wife of Dr. H. B. Johnson, passed away at the family residence in Atlanta Friday morning of last week shortly before 10 o'clock.
     Mrs. Johnson had been sick some time, and though her death was not unexpected, yet it came as a great shock to her family and friends.
     She had been a consistent member of the Baptist church since 1866. She was known and remembered by many people in Jackson, and was loved by all who knew her. Before her final illness she visited her daughter, Mrs. J. B. Hopkins, in Jackson. Besides Mrs. Hopkins she leaves four daughters and two sons Mrs. Albert Lee and Mrs. E. P. Minor, of Lilburn, Ga., Mrs. Albert V. King of Ringgold, Ga., Mrs. J. M. Cain, of Melrose, New Mexico, Dr. M. T. Johnson, of Lawrenceville, Ga., and T. F. Johnson of Birmingham, Ala.
     The funeral services were conducted by Rev. William Silnette, of Atlanta, and the body carried to Lilburn Sunday and laid to rest at Camp Creek.

Johnson, Eliza Kelly
Jackson Progress Argus 06 Jun 1979
Johnson Rites Held Sunday
     Funeral services for Mrs. Eliza Kelly Johnson, 84, of 30 Main Street, East Jackson, were conducted Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock from Haisten's Chapel with the Rev. H. P. McDonald and Rev. A. L. Price officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Johnson died Saturday, June 2, at the Medical Center in Macon after being admitted Friday afternoon. She was the widow of the late Mr. Cleff D. Johnson and was a member of the Second Baptist Church in Jackson.
     She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Myrtle Hoard, Mrs. Grace Capps, Mrs. Juanita Hardy; three sons, W. N. Johnson, Calvin Johnson, and Richard Johnson, all of Jackson; one sister, Mrs. Callie Ott, of Marietta; 15 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren, one great-great grandson, and several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Sonny Williamson, Kerry Hardy, Roger Hardy, Mike Hardy, Ricky Johnson, and Gery Hoard.

Johnson, Elizabeth Watson
Jackson Progress-Argus, July 18, 1946.
Mrs. J. W. Johnson Passes in Forsyth.
     Forsyth, Ga. Mrs. J. W. Johnson, Sr., the former Miss Elizabeth Watson of Forsyth, died at her home at 4:30 Thursday afternoon July 11. She was 80 years old.
     Funeral services were held at the Forsyth Memorial Home Saturday at 11:00 o'clock and burial was in Mt. Vernon church cemetery in Butts county.
     She is survived by her husband and three sons, C. S. and J. W. Johnson of Forsyth, and J. W. Jr. of Port Arthur, Texas; three daughters, Mrs. M. C. Hoard and Mrs. H. O. Wright of Griffin and Mrs. A. F. Treadwell of Atlanta; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Johnson, Ella
  Middle Georgia Argus August 4, 1881
In Memoriam.
     Miss Ella Johnson, a member of the Towaliga Sabbath School who departed this life on the 7th inst., was dearly believed by the teachers and class mates, and the bright ray of sunshine, that her beaming countenance has so often thrown around us, was _____ when her cold remains was brought into the church for the solemn and impressive funeral services by our beloved pastor J. T. Kimbell.
     It may be truly said of her, she was a devoted member and her mind was on her work, she never missed a meeting of the school until Sunday before her death when the fatal disease had laid its cruel hand upon her.
     The stroke of death is ever sad but it seems saddest when those are stricken down in the bloom of youth, but while we mourn the loss of that familiar face we feel that death has opened for her the portal of eternal life, and while her ______ rest in the bed of earth, her soul reclines in the bosom of her Savior.
     And as a token of our esteem for the departed one, be it:
     Resolved 1st, That her devotion to our Sabbath School, and all the sacred ties of memory shall be cherished in our hearts and we will try to follow the examples of her devotion to the work assigned us to do.
     Resolved 2nd, That we tender our sympathy to the bereaved family.
     By order of the Sunday School,
     J. B. Evans Supt., J. R. Carmichael Sect.
     July 17, 1881

Johnson, Ella Etor Duke
Jackson Progress Argus 14 Aug 1931
Mrs. J. G. Johnson is Taken by Death
     The death of Mrs. J . G. Johnson, 33 years of ape, occurred Thursday at her home at Worthville. Death, which followed a long illness, caused sincere regret to a wide circle of friends.
     Mrs. Johnson was formerly Miss Etor Duke, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Duke, will known residents of the county. She was an active member of Worthville Baptist and took a keen interest in all religious activities, particularly the Sunday school and young people's work, and her passing is a distinct loss to the church and community.
     She is survived by her husband and three small children; five sisters, Mrs. Mary Johnson and Mrs. W. M. Mitchell, of Butts county; Mrs. Lillie Mae Elmans, of Blissfield, Mich.; Mrs. Lois Pirkle, of Corbin, Ky. and Mrs. Charles Wise, of Porterdale; four brothers, Messrs. R. E. and T. M. Duke, of Jackson; W. W. Duke, of Corbin, Ky. and W. II. Duke, of Akron, Ohio.
     Funeral services were held at the Worthville Baptist church Saturday morning at 11 o'clock, with her pastor, Rev. J. B. Stodghill, assisted by Rev. V. O. Gentry, officiating. Loving tribute was paid to her character and loyalty as a church worker by the ministers, and the esteem in which she was held was attested by the presence of relatives and friends who contributed lovely floral offerings. Interment was in the family lot in the church cemetery.

Johnson, Eunice Hoard
Jackson Progress Argus 04 Sep 1991
     Mrs. Eunice Hoard Johnson, 95, of Macon died Aug. 27.
     Funeral services were conducted Thursday, August 29, in Andrew A. Dillon and Sons Funeral Home in Macon, with the Rev. Robin McEleroy officiating. Burial was in
Mount Vernon Methodist Church Cemetery in Russellville.
     Mrs. Johnson was born in Butts County, and was the widow of John Waller Johnson Jr. She was a member of Cabiness Baptist Church.
     Survivors include her sons, Albert Johnson and Thomas Johnson of Forsyth; three grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
Johnson, Fannie Mae Moore
Jackson Progress Argus 30 May 1984
     Mrs. J. W. Johnson of Chattanooga, sister of the late H. M. Moore, died May 20 at Parkridge Hospital in Chattanooga after a lengthy illness.
     Survivors include a daughter, Betty, and granddaughter, Janet, of Chattanooga. She is also survived by several nephews and nieces including Helen Ham, Evelyn Nix, Elizabeth McMichael, Gwendolyn Duffey and Lois McMichael, all of Jackson.
     Burial was in Chattanooga with a Chattanooga funeral home in charge of arrangement.

Johnson, Florence Ruth Brooks
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Nov 1971
Mrs. Johnson Victim Of Heart Attack
     Mrs. Florence Brooks Johnson 49, of Forsyth, former resident of Butts County, died unexpectedly Thursday about noon from an apparent heart attack suffered near her residence. Mrs. Johnson made her home in the Cabinass District of Monroe County.
     A native of Butts County, Mrs. Johnson was the daughter of Mrs. T. G. Brooks of Flovilla and the late Mr. Brooks. Mrs. Johnson was born in May 1922 and was a member of the Flovilla Methodist Church.
     Funeral services for Mrs. Johnson were conducted Friday afternoon at four o'clock from the chapel of Andrew Dillon Funeral Home, Forsyth, with burial in Monroe Hills Memorial Gardens. Rev. J. J. Snead, Jr. officiated with Andrew Dillon Funeral Home of Forsyth in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Johnson is survived by her husband, Albert N. Johnson of Forsyth; a son, Albert R. Johnson of Forsyth; six sisters, Mrs. Powell Colwell of Griffin Mrs. Spencer Johnson of Indian Springs, Mrs. W. H. Cawthon of Forsyth, Mrs. Ed Melvin of Knoxville, Tenn., Mrs. M. B. Hutton of McDonough and Mrs. J. R. King of Marietta; two brothers, J. O. Brooks of Forsyth and Harold Brooks of Jackson; her mother, Mrs. Mabel M. Brooks of Flovilla.
     Pallbearers were nephews and included Harold Brooks, Jr., Dr. Sidney Johnson, Phillip Cawthon, Charles Colwell, Harold Colwell, and Alton Colwell.

Johnson, Floyd
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Aug 1989
     Floyd Johnson, 70, of Warner Robins died Sunday at Houston County Hospital in
Warner Robins.
     The funeral was held Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Home Funeral Home in Eastman with the Rev.
     Spencer Fussell officiating. Burial was in Woodlawn Cemetery in Eastman.
     Mr. Johnson, a native of Appling County, lived in Dodge County for several years and for the past-six years had lived in Houston County. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Eastman, a veteran of World War II and a retired cabinetmaker.
     Survivors include his wife, Anny M. Johnson; daughters, Sandra Thompson of Warner Robins and Linda McWilliams of Jackson; sons, Larry Johnson of Eastman and Bobby Johnson of Hazlehurst; sisters, Lucille Meadows of Baxley, Leotis Muller of Jacksonville, Fla., and Mary Hawn of Oak Ridge, Tenn.; brothers, Linton Johnson of Oak Ridge and Dupree Johnson of Jacksonville; nine grandchildren; one great-grandchild.
     Horne Funeral Home of Eastman was in charge of arrangements.

Johnson, Frances Cawthon
Jackson Progress Argus 05 Feb 1986
     Frances Cawthon Johnson, 71, of Forest Park died Thursday at her residence.
     Mrs. Johnson was a native of Butts County, daughter of the late Ollie and Vasa Mason Cawthon. She was a member of the Forest Park Christian Church and was employed by Rich's for many years before retirement. Her husband was the late Crumbly Johnson of Jenkinsburg.
     Survivors include two daughters, Ruth Lynch of Conyers and Beverly Cargile of Stockbridge; four grandchildren; one niece and one nephew.
     The funeral was held Saturday at 11 a.m. in Parkway Garden Chapel in Forest Park with the Rev. Harry Wooten Jr. officiating. Burial was in the Jenkinsburg cemetery.
     Sherrell Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Johnson, Frances E Maddox
  The Jackson Progress-Argus January 30, 1931
Mrs. Fannie Johnson Passed Away Sunday.
     Relatives and friends here were saddened to learn of the death of Mrs. Fannie E. Johnson, 84 years of age, which occurred Sunday morning at her home near Forsyth. Funeral and interment took place Monday morning at 11 o'clock at Providence church, with Rev. Mr. English officiating.
     Mrs. Johnson, who was born August 27, 1847, was a former resident of Butts county. She was the daughter of the late Mr. J. B. and Emma Maddox, prominent early settlers of the county. She was the last surviving member of the family. The late Messrs. C. S. and N. N. Maddox were her brothers. She was a member of the Methodist church and possessed many admirable qualities that made her widely beloved. She was the widow of the late Mr. George W. Johnson.
     She is survived by four sons, Messrs. F. W., C. N., J. E., and C. E. Johnson, of Monroe county; a daughter, Mrs. W. A. Seymour, of Griffin; two daughters, Mrs. Emily Tingle and Mrs. Gordon H. Thompson, preceded her in death. She is also survived by 24 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.

Johnson, Flemming
  The Butts County Progress January 7, 1907
Boy Kills Himself While Handling Gun.
Sad ending of a Christmas hunt for young Flemming Johnson, son of J. W. Johnson.
     Flemming Johnson, ten-year-old son of Jno. W. Johnson of near Blunt, this county, shot himself accidentally Tuesday afternoon of last week, the shot entering his left side, ranging upwards and causing instant death.
     Flemming was holding a gun in his hands while his older brother, J. W. Johnson, and cousin, Franklin Maddox, were cutting down a tree in which they had previously killed a squirrel, the squirrel dying without falling from the tree.
     J. W. and Franklin did not see the tragedy as their backs were turned to Flemming as they cut the tree. It is not known just how the accident occurred.
     The body of little Flemming was laid to rest at Mt. Vernon Friday afternoon. His death was a sad one indeed and is deeply regretted by friends of his parents and relatives.
Johnson, George
  The Jacksonian May 10, 1907
       Mr. George Johnson died suddenly at his home last Monday, and was buried at Providence cemetery Tuesday.

Johnson, George O.
Progress Argus 02 Jul 1980George Johnson Dies in Md.
     Butts County friends were saddened to learn of the recent death of George O. Johnson, 72, of Seat Pleasant, Md.
     He was son of the late Milford Clinton (M.C.) Johnson, who was associated with Pepperton Cotton Mill for many years.
     A former employee of the Progress-Argus, George and his brother Wayne, of Burbank, California, both received their first training in. the newspaper business in Jackson. Of Mr. Johnson the Washington Post carried the following notice in its Monday, June 23rd issue:
     "George Otis Johnson, 72, a retired federal employee and former police chief of both Seat Pleasant and Capitol Heights, died Saturday at his home in Seat Pleasant. He had a heart ailment.
     Mr. Johnson was a photogrammetric engineer with the Agriculture Department for 22 years before retiring in 1962. He then served as police chief of Seat Pleasant until becoming chief of the Capitol Heights force in 1968. He retired from law enforcement in the early 1970s.
     He also had been a member of the Town Council of Seat Pleasant in the mid to late 1960s.
     He was a free-lance photographer and owned and operated the Prince George's Sign Shop in Capitol Heights for the last five years.
     Mr. Johnson was a native of Jackson, Ga. and came to Washington in the early 1930s. He worked as a manager with the old Sidney Lust theater chain in Washington before joining the Agriculture Department.
     He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Police and the Muncipal Police Association and was an honorary member of the American Legion. He volunteered his time with the Boy Scouts.
     Survivors include his wife, Evelyn Norris Johnson of Seat Pleasant; two sons, George D., of College Park, and Alfred C., of Luthersville, Maryland; daughter, Dale Johnson, of Atlanta; brother, A. Wayne, of Burbank, Calif.; two sisters, Blanche E. Johnson of Washington, and (?)

Johnson, Gertrude Henry
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Jul 1991
     Mrs. Gertrude Johnson, 56, of Forsyth died June 25.
     Funeral services were held Saturday, June 29, in the Abe Trimier Memorial Chapel of Trimier Funeral Home in Jackson, with the Rev. H. McRae officiating. Burial was in the Tessie Hall Baptist Church Cemetery in Forsyth.
     Mrs. Johnson was born in Warm Springs, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Newman Henry. She was a member of Tessie Hall Baptist Church.
     Survivors include a companion, Albert Banks of Forsyth; daughters, Sarah Wyatt and Ola Thompson; son, Robert Sterling, all of Atlanta; two grandchildren; sisters, Edna Owens, Lula Henry, Mary Moore, and Martha Pollard, all of Chattanooga, Tenn.; brother, Charlie Henry of Woodbury; and, nieces and nephews.
     Trimier Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Johnson, Gladys
Jackson Progress Argus 15 Apr 1992
     Mrs. Gladys Johnson, 77, of Lansing, Mich., died April 7 at Lansing General Hospital in Lansing, Mich.
     Funeral services were held April 10. Interment was in Fowlerville, Mich.
     Mrs. Johnson was a homemaker, wife of the late Norman Johnson who died in 1965.
     Survivors include her daughters, Mr. and Mrs. Roger (Barbara) Waldrop of Jackson, Margaret Kennedy, and Jeannette Bauer.

Johnson, Green F., Col.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus December 7, 1923
Col. G. F. Johnson Passes In Atlanta.
     Many Butts county friends of Col. Green F. Johnson, of Monticello, regretted to learn of his death which occurred on Thanksgiving Day at a hotel in Atlanta. Death was attributed to heart trouble, and came before medical assistance could be summoned.
     Col. Johnson, who was one of the best known lawyers in the state had often practiced in the courts of Butts county and was well and favorably known here. He specialized in criminal and corporate law, and during his practice had handled many noted cases. He was attorney for John S. Williams in the celebrated Jasper county "murder Farm" case a few years ago.
     Mr. Johnston was a native of Eatonton where he was born in 1873. Following his graduation at the University of Georgia he located in Monticello twenty-five years ago and enjoyed a large practice throughout this section.
     He is survived by his widow and two sons, Green F. Johnson, Jr., a student at the University of Georgia and Howard Palmer Johnson, a student at Phillips-Exeter Academy, Exeter, N. H. He is also survived by a brother, Col. James Johnson, of Valdosta.
     Funeral services were held in Monticello Sunday.

Johnson, H. B., Dr.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus June 12, 1925
Mrs. J. B. Hopkins' Father Passed Away.
     Friends of Dr. and Mrs. J. B. Hopkins sympathize with them in the loss of Mrs. Hopkins' father, Dr. H. B. Hopkins, who died Monday night.
     Dr. Johnson had reached the age of almost 88 years and was well known, having practiced medicine about fifty years and was also a Baptist minister.
     Surviving him are four daughters and two sons, Mrs. W. A. Lee, of Luxomnt, Mrs. E. P. Minor, of Lilburn, Mrs. J. M. Cane, of Melrose, N. Mex., and Mrs. J. B. Hopkins, of Jackson, Dr. M. T. Johnson, of Atlanta, G. F. Johnson, of Birmingham, Ala., and a number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
     The funeral was held from the residence of his daughter, Mrs. W. A. Lee, at Luxomnt, Ga., Wednesday morning.

Johnson, Hattie Jackson
Jackson Progress Argus 15 Jun 1988
     Hattie Jackson Johnson of 1581 Kenmore St., SW, Atlanta, died June 7 at Grady Hospital.
     The funeral was held Saturday, June 11, at 2 p.m. at Grant Chapel A.M.E. Church in East Point with the Rev. Ben Fortson officiating. Burial was in Lincoln Cemetery.
     Survivors include two daughters, Willie M. Clay and Leatha Allen, both of Atlanta; nine grandchildren; several nephews and nieces.
     Trimier - Jackson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Johnson, Herschel L., Jr.
Jackson Progress Argus 02 Dec 1965
Holiday Crash Kills Husband Of Jacksonian
    A headon crash between two cars about 5:30 Saturday afternoon in the Walnut Grove community of Walton County instantly killed Herschel L. Johnson Jr., 31, husband of the former Miss Margaret Kitchens of Jackson.
    The accident occurred about a half mile from Mr. Johnson's home as he was returning from work in Atlanta. His car in which he was alone was in collision with another vehicle occupied by two young men, neither believed critically, injured.
    Mr. Johnson is survived by his wife, Mrs. Margaret Kitchens Johnson; two sons, Lee and Lynn, all of Walnut Grove; two brothers, Lafayette Johnson, Walnut Grove and Gerald Johnson, USAF, Hawaii; one sister, Mrs. Juanita Pearson, Lithonia; parents, Mr. and Mrs. Herschel L. Johnson Sr. of Walnut Grove.
    Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at three o'clock from the Walnut Grove Methodist Church.

Johnson, Herschell
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Oct 1930
Former Jackson Man Victim of Own Shot
     According to information received here by relatives and friends, Mr. Herschell Johnson shot and killed, himself at his home in Monroe, Ga., Wednesday; morning. Details were meager and the motive for the, tragedy is unknown here.
     Mr. Johnson formerly lived in Butts county and was a son of Mr. and Mrs. P. P. Johnson, well known residents of the county. He had been making his home in Monroe for a number of years and was connected with the Watkins Medicine Co. Friends and relatives were shocked at news of the tragedy.
     Mr. Johnson is survived by his wife and his parents, Mr. P. P. Johnson; two brothers, Curtis and W. O. Johnson; two sisters, Mrs. W.C. Godsey and Mrs. Maddox of Jackson.
     Funeral and interment was to take place in Starrsville, Thursday afternoon.

Johnson, Hubert Howell
  The Jackson Progress-Argus December 6, 1918
Mr. Hubert Johnson Passed Away Thursday
     Following as illness of a few days with Spanish influenza, Mr. Hubert Johnson, aged 27, passed away at his home at Worthville Thursday morning of the past week. Mr. Johnson was a well known young man of Worthville community and his death came as a shock to the family and a large number of friends.
     He is survived by his wife, who before her marriage was a Miss Duke; three small children; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. P. P. Johnson; two sisters, Mrs. Earl Maddox and Mrs. Clarence Godsey; two brothers, Herschel Johnson, of Newton county and Curtis Johnson of the American Expeditionary Forces in France.
     The funeral was held at Worthville Baptist church Friday afternoon, Rev. Richard Fincher conducting the services and interment was in the churchyard.

Johnson, Infant
  Middle Georgia Argus October 6, 1883
     An infant child of Mr. Pleasant Johnson of Black Ankle district died on Thursday.

Johnson, Infant
  The Jackson Progress-Argus November 17, 1916
Little Girl Victim Of Diphtheria, Monday.
     The fifteen-months-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Emmett Johnson, of Monroe county, died Monday, of diphtheria.
     The funeral was held at Providence church Tuesday morning at 11 o'clock. The little child is survived by her parents, and one brother, and her grandparents, who have the sympathy of many friends in their bereavement.

Johnson, Iva G.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus May 29, 1925
Master Iva Johnson Summoned By Death.
     Following a few days illness, Master Iva Johnson, aged 11 years, died at the home of his mother at Worthville Thursday night, May 21, at 7 o'clock. The lad suffered from appendicitis, having been stricken the Saturday before his death on Thursday. An operation had been planned but he passed away before this could be performed.
     Iva was a bright and promising lad and was a member of the Sunbeams at Worthville. His passing brought genuine regret to a host of friends.
     He is survived by his mother, Mrs. Mary Duke Johnson; two brothers, aged 4 and 6.
     Funeral services were held at the Worthville Baptist church Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock and were largely attended. The members of the Sunbeams, Mrs. Rupert Washington teacher, attended in a body. The services were conducted by Rev. J. S. Hartsfield of the First Baptist church of Jackson.

The Jackson Progress-Argus September 4, 1925
Ku Klux Klan Pay Funeral Expenses.
Members of the local order help in a worthy cause. Robed klansmen appear Saturday night.
     Members of the Jim Finley klan No. 14, Knights of the Ku Klux, in full regalia, appeared in the office of S. H. Thornton Saturday night and settled in full the funeral expenses of Master Iva Johnson, the nine year old son of Mrs. Mary Johnson, who died on May 21. Members of the order in Jackson had raised the full amount and a delegation of six klansmen appeared at Mr. Thornton's store Saturday night and paid the entire funeral expenses.
     The cause was a most worthy one. The death of young Johnson, which followed an attack of appendicitis, removed the sole support of his mother and two small brothers. The lad up to the time of his illness was helping to make a crop being the only member of the family large enough to work. Mrs. Johnson was formerly Miss Mary Duke.
     After paying the funeral expenses, it is understood that a collection would be made to the family from the funds collected.
     Those who have heard of this generous act on the part of the Ku Klux Klan commented favorably on the fine unselfish spirit shown.

Johnson, Ivella
Jackson Progress Argus 21 May 1986
     Ivella Johnson of 294 Benton St., Jackson, died Sunday at her home following a lengthy illness. She was the wife of Robert Johnson.
     Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Trimier- Jackson Funeral Services.

Jackson Progress Argus 28 May 1986
     Ivella Johnson, 71, of 294 Benton St., Jackson, died May 18 at her home.
Mrs. Johnson was born in Butts County, daughter of the late Cede and Emma Grier.
She was a member of Son Baptist Church.
     Survivors include her husband, Robert Johnson; daughter, Enmia Lou McElhaney of Jackson; seven grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
     The funeral was held Thursday at 2 p.m. at Zion Baptist Church with the Rev.
John L. Freeman officiating. Burial was in the Jackson cemetery.
     Trimier-Jackson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Johnson, J.
  Middle Georgia Argus May 12, 1890
     Mr. J. Johnson, another old gentleman, died at his home on the McIntosh road near Mt. Vernon church several days ago after a lingering illness of several months with dropsy.

Johnson, James Wallace
Jackson Progress Argus 30 Mar 1978
Saturday Rites Were Held For James Johnson
     Funeral services for James Wallace Johnson, 28, of Route 2, Jackson, were conducted Saturday afternoon at three o'clock from the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with the Rev. Dan Zellner Officiating. Interment was in Macedonia Baptist Church cemetery with Sherrell Funeral Home in charge.
     Mr. Johnson died Thursday morning, March 23, at the Georgia Baptist Hospital where he had been a patient for two weeks.
     Born in Newton County October 19, 1949, he was son of Mrs. Grace Stewart Johnson and the late Preston Johnson of Covington. He was assistant manager of World Finance Company of Jackson and was a member of the High Point Baptist Church of Covington.
     Mr. Johnson is survived by his wife, Mrs. Sandra McLees Johnson of Jackson; two sons, Fred Johnson and Chris Johnson, both of' Jackson; mother, Mrs. Grace Johnson of Covington; a brother, Preston Johnson, Jr. of Covington; a sister, Mrs. Martha Curley of Warner Robins; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Charles Presley, Charles Harper, Ronnie Pope, Tom Stewart, Sammy Johnson, Ronny Cook, Jimmy Cook, and Phillip Johnson.

Johnson, Jessie Byars
Jackson Progress Argus 07 Dec 1983
     Mrs. Jessie Byars Johnson, 72, of Maddox Road Jackson, died Nov. 29 at Georgia Baptist Hospital following a brief illness.
     A native of Butts County, Mrs. Johnson was the daughter of the late Jesse and Janie Byars. She was a member of Fairfield A.M.E. Church where she served on the stewardess board ushers board, and the missionary board.
     Survivors include four daughters, Mrs. Bobby Gay, Mrs. Yvonn Perry, Mrs. Cecil McGhee, and Mrs. Zella Grier, all of Atlanta; sons Hiram, Jesse, and Van Johnson all of Atlanta, and Obie Johnson of Chicago; sisters, Mrs. Zella Mae Taylor of Jackson and Mrs. Lola Moore of Cincinnati; grandchildren; great-grandchIldren; nieces and nephews.
     Services were held Saturday at 1 p.m. at Fairfield A.M.E. Church with the Rev. J. C. McGill and the Rev. John L. Freeman officiating. Burial was in the Fairfield cemetery
     Trimier-Jackson Funeral Service was in charge of arrangements.

Johnson, Jewell Tomlin
Jackson Progress Argus 21 Sep 88
     Jewell Tomlin Johnson of Brookwood Avenue, Jackson, died Monday afternoon at Henry General Hospital following several years of declining health.
     The funeral was held Wednesday at 4 p.m. in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with the Rev. Bill O'Conner and the Rev. A. L. Price officiating. Burial was in the Jackson cemetery.
     Mrs. Johnson was born in Bibb County, daughter of Charles Millard Tomlin and Bessie Hartley Tomlin. For several years she assisted her parents at their restaurant, Tomlin's Restaurant, located on the Ocmulgee River in Jasper County. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Jackson.
     Survivors include her husband, Calvin Johnson; son and daughter-in-law, Ricky and Brenda Johnson of Jackson; grandchildren, Allison Deng Johnson, Lisa Anne Johnson, and Ricky L. Johnson Jr., all of Jackson; sisters, Elizabeth Hodges of Jackson, Bernice Langan of Dunwoody, and Betty Sue Stephens of Albany; brothers, Billy Tomlin of Stockbridge and Jimmy Tomlin of Jackson; several nephews and nieces.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Johnson, John Henry
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Dec 1989
     John Henry Johnson of Route 4, Watkins Road, Jackson, died Dec. 11.
     The funeral was held Thursday at 1 p.m. at China Grove Baptist Church in Flovilla with the Rev. A. F. Eusery officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.
     Mr. Johnson was a native of Butts County, son of the late John and Mary Johnson. He was a member of China Grove Baptist Church.
     Survivors include a daughter, Marion Grier of Jackson; sons, William Henry, Robert Lee, and Albert Johnson, all of Atlanta; stepdaughter, Mamie Crawford of Jackson; stepsons, Roy Ray and Willie Mayfield, both of Atlanta; sisters, Annie Freeman and Elizabeth Watson, both of Atlanta; 30 grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren; several nephews and nieces.
     Trimier - Jackson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Johnson, John L.
Jackson Progress Argus 5 Feb 1932
Prof. J. L. Johnson Passes in Mississippi
     The death in Hattiesburg, Miss., Monday of Prof. John L. Johnson, principal of the old Jackson Institute, from 1894 to 1900, was received with deep regret here by former pupils of the school, as well as by people of the community. Prof. Johnson, aged 63, was one of the leading educators of the South, being president of the Mississippi Woman's College at Hattiesburg at the time of his death. He was a popular and widely beloved instructor during his residence in Jackson.
     Prof. Johnson is survived by his wife, who was formerly Miss Sue Belle Moody, of Maxeys, Ga., five children, Cecil Johnson, who teaches in the University of North Carolina; Rachael Johnson, student in Geneva, Switzerland; Mrs. Julia Toy Hewett, of Jackson, Miss.; Jacqueline Johnson, of Enterprise, Miss, and Sue Belle Johnson, who lived with her parents at Hattiesburg.
     Funeral services were held Wednesday at Clinton, Miss., where Prof. Johnson taught for many years.

Johnson, John Riley
Jackson Progress Argus 15 Feb 1968
Riley Johnson, Buried Sunday At Sandy Creek
     Mr. John Riley Johnson, 88, widely known retired carpenter of Cork community, died Saturday morning in Sylvan Grove Hospital about 8:30 o'clock following a long period of declining health.
     A native of Butts County, Mr. Johnson was the son of Mr. Tom Johnson and Mrs. Mattie Lavender Johnson. Mr. Johnson attended Sandy Creek Primitive Baptist Church and had resided most of his life in the area south of Cork. His wife was the late Mrs.
Lillie Plymale Johnson.
     Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon at three o'clock at Sandy Creek Primitive Baptist Church with Elder Marcellus Speir and Rev. Theodore Terry, chaplain at Westbury Nursing Home, officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery with Sherrell Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Johnson is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Ed Jenkins of McDonough; two sons, Doyle J ohnson of Flovilla and Lecil Johnson of Forsyth; one sister, Mrs. Leona Fogg, of Jackson; 13 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren.
     Grandchildren served as pallbearers and included Leslie Johnson, Riley Johnson, Frank Johnson, Ricky Johnson, Ronnie Johnson and Johnny Wise.

Johnson, John T.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus November 5, 1926
Mr. John T. Johnson Passed Away Oct. 28.
     After an illness dating from January, Mr. John T. Johnson, 68 years of age, died at his home at Sandy Station Thursday, October 28, at 3 o'clock. Many friends of the community regret to learn of his passing.
     Mr. Johnson was born and reared in Butts county and was held in high esteem by hosts of friends. He was a member of Sandy Creek church.
     He is survived by his widow, who was a Miss Lavender before marriage; two sons, D. C. Johnson, Dames Ferry, J. E. Johnson, Sandy; one daughter, Mrs. Leona Fogg, Sandy; two brothers, Bob Johnson, Oklahoma, and Chissie Johnson, of Cherokee county, Georgia.
     Funeral services were held at Sandy Creek church Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock and Rev. A. C. Elliott conducted the rites. Interment was in the Sandy Creek Cemetery.

Johnson, John W.
Jackson Progress-Argus, March 7, 1946.
John W. Johnson Claimed by Death.
     John W. Johnson, aged 62, died at the home of his step-son, Ernest Young, in the Stark community a 7 o'clock Monday night as the result of a sudden illness.
     Born and reared in Newton county, Mr. Johnson had lived here for several years. He was a member of the Methodist church and was formerly employed by Jackson firms.
     Survivors are his wife, the former Miss Blannie Dobbs; a son, Robert Johnston of Jasper county; two daughters, Mrs. Grace Leathers of Atlanta and Mrs. Frances Horton of Jackson; a brother, Troy Johnson of Jasper county; five sister, Mrs. Tom Byrd, Mrs. Sam Bates, Mrs. Claud Hardman, Mrs. A. F. Smith, Mrs. W. P. Wommack.
     Funeral services were held at he Presbyterian church at 3 p.m. Wednesday. Rev. J. B. Stodghill, assisted by Rev. J. F. Brown, conducted the services.
     Burial was in the Jackson cemetery and plans were in charge of Thornton Funeral Home.

Johnson, Johnny
(See Besley, Arthur Lewis)

Johnson, Kate Hoard
Jackson Progress Argus 14 Feb 1963
Mrs. Johnson, 89, Buried Monday At Forsyth Rites
     Funeral services for Mrs. Kate Hoard Johnson, 89, who died at her home at Route 4, Forsyth, Saturday after a short illness, were held at 11 o'clock Monday morning at the Forsyth Baptist Church. The Rev. John Burch and Rev. Richard Long officiated. Burial was in the Forsyth city cemetery.
     Mrs. Johnson, mother of the Hon. Spencer Johnson of Indian Springs, was a native of Butts County, moving to Monroe County 62 years ago. She was the daughter of the late Mr. W. D. Hoard and Mrs. Bexy Bishop Hoard. She was the widow of Charles N. Johnson. She was a member of the Mt. Vernon Baptist Church in Butts County.
     Survivors include five daughters, Mrs. J. D. Peters, Mrs. Wiley Wright and Miss Ezma Johnson, all of Forsyth, Mrs. Oliver Green of Gray and Mrs. Louis Culbreath of Zebulon; four sons, Ralph, Drayton and Bob Johnson, all of Forsyth, and Spencer Johnson of Indian Springs; one sister, Mrs. Bamie Reeves of Milledgeville; 22 grandchildren and 36 great grandchildren.
     Andrew A. Dillon Funeral Homes, Forsyth, was in charge of arrangements.

Johnson, Lawanza
Jackson Progress Argus 07 Jul 1993
     Lawanza Johnson, 17, of Griffin, died Sun., July 4, at Spalding Regional Hospital.
     She was the daughter of Horace and Lillie Johnson of Griffin.
     Funeral services will be announced later by Trimier Funeral Home of Jackson.

Jackson Progress Argus 14 Jul 1993
     Lawanza Yshicka Johnson, 17, of Griffin died Sun., July 4, at Spalding Regional Hospital.
     Funeral services were held Sat., July 10, at Towaliga County Line Baptist Church with Rev. E. F. Collier officiating. Interment was in the County Line cemetery.
     Ms. Johnson was born Oct. 17, 1975 in Butts County and was a member of Towaliga County Line Baptist Church.
     Survivors include parents Horace and Lillie Johnson; sisters Twin Lawanda, Stacey and Kendra Johnson, all of Griffin; grandparents Horace and Claudia Johnson of Cleveland, Oh.; great grandmother Gertrude Johnson of Jackson; and several aunts, uncles and other relatives.
     Trimer Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.
     
Johnson, Lillie Delia Plymale
Jackson Progress Argus March 7, 1963
Mrs. Johnson Was Buried Friday At Sandy Creek
     Funeral services for Mrs. John R. Johnson, 78, of Route 1, Flovilla, were held Friday morning at 11 o'clock from the Sandy Creek Primitive Baptist Church with Elder J. M. Spier officiating. Interment was in the Sandy Creek cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Johnson died at a rest home in Flovilla about 11 o'clock Wednesday morning following a long period of declining health. A native of Butts County she was the former Miss Lillie Delia Plymale, daughter of William Plymale and Mrs. Jackie Kelly Plymale. She was a member of the Sandy Creek Primitive Baptist Church.
     She is survived by her husband, John R. Johnson; one daughter, Mrs. Bessie Mae Jenkins, Locust Grove; two sons, Doyle Johnson; and Lecil Johnson, both of FlovIlla; two SIsters, Mrs. Donnie Mills, of Forsyth, Mrs. Homer Vaughn, Jackson; one brother, D. B. Plymale, Barnesville, Okla. ; 13 grandchildren; five great grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were Sammy Smith, H. T. Ross, Joe Waits, W. E. Mayfield, Robert Johnson and Thomas RIley Johnson.
  
Johnson, Lorine
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Jan 1994
     Lorine Johnson of Jackson died Thurs., Jan. 6, at Spalding Regional Hospital.
     Funeral services were held Sun., Jan. 9, at Rising Star Baptist Church with Rev. Eddie L. Travis officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery.
     Survivors include mother, Clara McDowell; daughters, Georgia Johnson, Lillie Price, Earnestine Carter and Denise Holliman; sons, Willie, Rickey and Bobby Johnson and Antonio Lester; sisters, Emma Webb, Luranda McDowell and Virginia Jackson; brothers J. B., Tommy, Robert, Johnny and Benjamin J. Dowell and Donnie Johnson; 25 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; aunts; uncles; nieces and nephews.
     Trimer Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.
 
Johnson, Lula Mae Crumbley
  Jackson Progress Argus 01 Apr 1965
Mrs. Johnson Buried Friday At Jenkinsburg
    Funeral services for Mrs. Lula Johnson of Atlanta were conducted at 2:30 o'clock Friday afternoon, March 26, from the Jenkinsburg Baptist Church. Interment was in the church cemetery.
    Mrs. Johnson, the former Miss Lula Crumbley and the widow of S. L. Johnson, died Thursday in a private hospital. She was a native of Jenkinsburg and a member of the Primitive Baptist Church. Mr. and Mrs. Johnson made their home in Jenkinsburg until they moved to Atlanta a number of years ago.
    Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. Jimmy Eccles of Castleberry, Fla.; three sons, H. C. Johnson, David Johnson, both of Atlanta; Frank Johnson of Orlando, Fla.; 12 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Mrs. Johnson is also survived by nieces and nephews and other relatives in Butts County.

Johnson, M. A., Mrs.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus June 20, 1924
Mrs. M. A. Johnson Claimed By Death.
     The death of Mrs. M. A. Johnson, 81 years of age, occurred at the home of her daughter, Mrs. A. D. Williams, in Monroe county Wednesday June 11. Death was attributed to the infirmities of old age. Mrs. Johnson, who formerly resided in Butts county was widely beloved by her friends and acquaintances. She was the widow of the late Mr. Bunk Johnson well known Confederate veteran. She was a native of Schley county and was a member of the Congregational Methodist church. Her passing caused a sincere regret to hosts of friends.
     Mrs. Johnson is survived by her daughter, Mrs. A. D. Williams of Monroe county.
     Funeral services were conducted Thursday afternoon at 3 o'clock at Paran church, Monroe county by Rev. Mr. English of Barnesville. Interment was in the church yard.

Johnson, M. C., Mrs.
Jackson Progress-Argus Aug 24 1917
Mrs. M. C. Johnson Passed Away Friday of Past Week
     After a lingering illness of some two years, Mrs. M. C. Johnson, one of the most highly respected women in the community, passed away at her home in Pepperton at 7 o'clock Friday morning of the past week. Death was due to a complication of diseases. Mrs. Johnson had been in declining health for several months and her condition recently became critical and news of her passing was not unexpected.
     Many friends regret to know of the passing of this excellent lady. She had been a resident of Jackson for several years and during her residence here had made many friends who were attracted by her noble and unselfish character. She was a woman of many excellent and ennobling traits of character, being a faithful and dutiful wife, and indulgent mother and an unselfish neighbor and friend.
     Mrs, Johnson was 42 years old. She was a native of Atlanta and was a member of of the Baptist church. The surviving relatives are her husband, a prominent employee of the Pepperton Cotton Mills, two daughters, Misses Blanche and Florence Johnson, two sons, Master Wayne and Geo. Johnson. Two sisters, Mrs. W. R. Delk and Mrs. W. R. Smith, both of Atlanta, also survive the deceased.
     The funeral was held at the residence Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock, the services being in charge of her pastor, Dr. Robert VanDeventer. The pallbearers were Messrs. H. O. Ball, J. P. McBryant, W. J. Terrell, G. C. Evans, J. E. Price and H. J. Quinn. Interment was in the City Cemetery.

Johnson, M. T., Dr
Jackson Progress-Argus, February 21, 1946.
Dr. M. T. Johnson Called by Death.
     Friends of Dr. and Mrs. J. B. Hopkins sympathize with them in the death of Mrs. Hopkins' brother, Dr. M. T. Johnson, which occurred February 14 in Atlanta.
     Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. February 18 at Spring Hill and burial was in West View cemetery.
      Dr. Johnson was a graduate from the Georgia College of Electic Medicine aand Surgery in 1901 and later was a member of the faculty. He had resided in Atlanta for several years and was active in business and professional circles.
     His wife, the former Miss Sophia Lynch, preceded him in death. Survivors are three sons, Mellville, Jr., and Gaston Johnson of Atlanta; Eric Johnson if New York; one daughter, Mrs. M. O. Weems of Atlanta; four sisters, Mrs. A. C. Lee, Mrs. E. F. Minor, Mrs. John M. Cain of Lilburn, Mrs. J. B. Hopkins of Jackson; one brother, G. F. Johnson, Birmingham, Ala.

Johnson, Martha Evelyn
  The Jackson Progress-Argus February 6, 1925
Little Girl Received Fatal Burns From Grate.
Forsyth, Ga. Jan. 31.
     Martha Evelyn, 18-month-old child of Mr. and Mrs. Rolfe Johnson, of near Forsyth was fatally burned Friday afternoon and died a few hours later. The child, with two other small sisters, was playing in a room with fastened doors when her clothing ignited from a fireplace. The mother heard the child's screams but had to knock down the door before reaching her. She was badly burned on the hand fighting the fire in an attempt to rescue her little daughter. Funeral and interment will be at Mount Zion Church Sunday morning, Rev. G. H. English officiating.

Johnson, Martha Jane Lavender
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Apr 1938
Mrs. Johnson, 85, Claimed By Death
     The death of Mrs. Mattie Lavender Johnson, 85 years of age, occurred at 4 o'clock Thursday morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Daniel W. Fogg at Sandy.
Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock at Sandy Creek church and Elder A. C. Elliott, McDonough, assisted by Elder Barron, Zebulon, will officiate.
     She was born in Monroe county January 16, 1853, the daughter of Elizabeth Savage and Daniel Lavender. She was the widow of Tom Johnson, whom she married in 1877.
Of that union there were four children, two of whom, Riley Johnson, Cork, and Mrs. Daniel W. Fogg, survive. In addition to her son and daughter she is survived by several grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
     Mrs. Johnson was a devoted member of Sandy Creek Primitive Baptist church and was one of three oldest members of that church and held the oldest membership. She led an exemplary christian life and was widely beloved by all with whom she associated. Her life was one of service to her home, church and community, and her death brings sorrow to a host of relatives and friends.
Johnson, Martha L. Washington
Jackson Progress-Argus 19 Jul 1941
Mrs. P. P. Johnson Taken by Death Thursday Night
     Mrs. P. P. Johnson, 82 years of age, one of the county's beloved residents, died Thursday night at 7 o'clock at the home of her daughter, Mrs. W. C. Godsey, near Jackson. She had been confined to her bed for more than a year and never recovered from injuries suffered in November of 1939 when she fell and broke her hip.
     Mrs. Johnson, who was one of the oldest residents of the county, was the former Miss Mattie Washington, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Washington, pioneer settlers of the county. She was the widow of Mr. P. P. Johnson whose death occurred in March of this year. She had a host of friends who were attracted by her devotion to her family and loyalty to those with whom she associated. Mrs. Johnson was a member of Sardis Baptist church.
     Surviving are two. daughters, Mrs. W. C. Godsey and Mrs. A. TJ. Maddox, both of Jackson; two sons, C. B. Johnson of Flovilla and W. O. Johnson of Macon; a sister, Miss Susie Washington of Jackson; five grandchildren, Mary Jean Johnson of Macon; Hilda Godsey of Jackson; Herman Godsey of Atlanta; Wencil Johnson of Covington and Marvin Johnson of Jackson.
     Funeral services were held at Sardis church Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock and Rev. Z. M. Leverettfe officiated. Burial was in the churchyard, with Thornton Funeral Homes charge of arrangements

Johnson, Marvin Lee
Jackson Progress Argus 05 Dec 1979
Johnson Rites Held Friday
     Funeral services for Mr. Marvin Lee Johnson, 61, of Route 2, Barnett's Bridge Road, were held Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock from the Worthville Baptist Church with the Rev. Roy Johnson officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery under the direction of the Sherrell Funeral Home.
     Mr. Johnson died late Tuesday evening in the Griffin-Spalding County Hospital.
     A native of Butts County, he was the son of the late Hubert Johnson and the late Mrs. Mary Duke Johnson.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Emma Sue Bankston Johnson, of Jackson; a son, Howard Lee Johnson of Waxahachie, Texas; three daughters, Mrs. Charlotte Hodges of Covington, Mrs. Donna Jean Bradford of Covington and Mrs. Joyce Hall of Waxahachie, Texas; a brother, Wincel Johnson of Covington; nine grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Frank Wise, Otis Mangham, Douglas Mitchell, Edgar Duke, Jerry Winkles and Aubrey Bennett.

Johnson, Mary
  Butts County Progress March 24, 1911
Miss Mary Johnson Died Tuesday At Pepperton
     At the age of 64 Miss Mary E. Johnson died at the home of her sister, Mrs. Grant, at Pepperton Tuesday afternoon at 4 o'clock. Death was due to a complication of diseases.
     Miss Johnson is survived by several brothers and sisters and other relatives. The funeral and interment was at Mt. Vernon at one o'clock Wednesday afternoon.
  
Johnson, Mary A. Duke
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Apr 1979
Johnson Rites Held Friday
     Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Duke Johnson, 91, were held Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock in the Worthville Baptist Church. The Rev. Aaron Spinks and Rev. Roy Johnson officiated and interment was in the Worthville Baptist Church cemetery under the direction of Sherrell Funeral Home.
     Mrs. Johnson was born in Butts County, the daughter of the late Doc Duke and Mrs. Ella Meredith Duke. She died Thursday morning at Westbury Medical Care Home after a short illness.
     She was the oldest member of the Worthville Baptist Church.
     Survivors include two sons, Mr. Marvin Johnson, Jackson and Mr. Wincel Johnson, of Covington; two sisters, Mrs. Lois Puckett, Las Vegas, Nev., and Mrs. Lillie Mae Hillman, Blissville, Mich.; a brother, Mr. Walter W. Duke, of Dayton, Ohio; six grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.
    Pallbearers were: Glenn Johnson, Howard Johnson, Larry Hodges, Jerry Bradford, Edgar Duke, and Hollis Duke.

Johnson, Mary E.
Jackson Progress Argus 12 May 1993
     Mary E. Johnson of Atlanta died Sun., May 2, at DeKalb Medical Center.
     Funeral services were held May 8 at Macedonia Baptist Church with Rev. Tyler Roberson officiating. Interment was in the Macedonia Cemetery.
     Ms. Johnson was born March 4, 1930 in Butts County, daughter of the late Mrs. Annie L. Allen Harris.
     She was a member of the Macedonia Baptist Church and served on the Mother Board and Deaconess Board.
     Survivors include step daughter Shirley Gordon of Tennessee; stepsons Charlie Adams of Flovilla, Bobby and Kenny Johnson of Chaff, Tenn. and Sgt. Hilton Johnson of West Germany; brothers Sam and Harold Allen of Atlanta, Willie and Raymond Allen of Huntington, N. Y, Dexter Allen of Griffin, Joe L. Allen, Warren Allen, O. C. Stodghill, R. O. Stodghill, Doyle Stodghill, Edward Stodghill and Onree Stodghill, all of Jackson, and Cyrus Allen and Henry Harris, both of Locust Grove; sisters Margie Newby, Josie Watts, Gertrude Miller and Mary Stodghill, all of Jackson; two uncles; three aunts; and several nieces and nephews.
     Trimier Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Johnson, Mary Jane
Jackson Progress Argus 13 May 1987
     Macon woman dies from injuries A 54-year-old Macon woman died Thursday from injuries sustained in an automobile accident on Highway 87 at the Cork turn off.
     Mary Jane Johnson of 722 Mitchell St., Macon, was pronounced dead on arrival at Northside Hospital in Atlanta, according to state patrol senior dispatcher Brenda Beall in Griffin.
     Johnson was transported from Sylvan Grove Hospital by a Life Flight helicopter to Northside, she added.
     The accident occurred about 10:45 a.m. at Cork Road and Highway 87 about two miles south of Flovilla.
     The investigating officer, State Patrol trooper Edward Cunningham, said the accident was the result of a driver failing to yield the right-of-way. He said Roxilu Bohrer of the Cork community was charged with failure to yield right-of-way.
     Cunningham said Bohrer turned right off Cork Road, heading north and that Patricia Glowers, 36, of Macon was traveling north and swerved to the left to avoid a collision with Bohrer.
     As a result of Glowers' action, the 1980 Plymouth she was driving proceeded to go broadside.

Johnson, Mary Lou Holston
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Feb 1982
     Mrs. Mary Lou Holston Johnson, 71, of 501 N. 16th Street, Griffin and formerly
of Butts County, died Wednesday, January 27 at the Macon Medical Center
after a brief illness.
     Born April 4, 1910 in Jasper County, Mrs. Johnson was the daughter of the
late Alex Holston and Lula Crane Holston of Jasper County. She was the widow
of the late Julius W. Johnson and was a member of the Grace Baptist Church
in Griffin.
     Survivors are three daughters, Mrs. Joyce Rose of Las Vegas, Nev., Mrs.
Darlene Dickens and Mrs. Wanda Blackwell both of Griffin; two sons, Bruce Butler and Darrell Johnson both of Griffin; one brother, Harper Holston of Macon; 17 grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were conducted Saturday afternoon.

Johnson, Mattie
  Butts County Progress July 2, 1908
Flovilla.
     Mattie Johnson, the little infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Riley Johnson, died Sunday morning at 6 o'clock. The funeral service was conducted Monday morning at 10 o'clock by Rev. W. O. Sharp, at their residence near Cork. The interment was in Sandy Creek cemetery.

Butts County Progress July 2, 1908
Flovilla.
     Mr. Homer Vaughn of Bethel attended the funeral services Monday of his little niece, the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Riley Johnson.

Johnson, Maude Bertha Plymale
  The Jackson Progress-Argus November 16, 1923
Mrs. D. C. Johnson Claimed By Death.
     The death of Mrs. D. C. Johnson, of Dames Ferry, 38 years of age, occurred at the Middle Georgia Sanitarium Tuesday morning at 7 o'clock. She suffered from Bright's disease and had been carried to Macon for an operation.
     Mrs. Johnson, who was a native of Butts county, is survived by her husband and one son, Charles; her father, Mr. D. Z. Plymale; three brothers, Messrs. Clem, Mike and Stephen Plymale; three sisters, Mrs. Hubert Moore, Mrs. Whit Mayfield and Miss Daisy Plymale.
     The body was brought to Sandy Creek where funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon, Rev. Mr. Elliott conducting the services. Interment was in the church yard.

Johnson, Maybelle Roberts
Jackson Progress-Argus, November 17, 1949.
Mrs. J. S. Johnson Claimed by Death
     Mrs. J. S. Johnson, wife of a former Jackson merchant, died Sunday at her home in College Park at the age of 87. Native of Conyers, she was the former Miss Maybelle Roberts and taught music in Conyers and Jackson. The family resided in Jackson for several years and Mr. Johnson was engaged in the furniture business. Mrs. Johnson had resided for several years in College Park where she was a member o the Baptist church.
     Surviving are four daughters, Mrs. W. G. Koogler of Phillipsburg, N. J.; Mrs. W. G. Kirkwood of Mt. Vernon, N. Y.; Mrs. J. H. Jordan of Douglas and Mrs. A. V. Lewis of Yonkers, N. Y.; seven sons, R. M. Johnson, Uvalde, Texas; Samuel D. Johnson of College Park; Col. Charles S. Johnson, Washington, D. C.; J. W. Johnson of Chattanooga; G. G. Johnson of Ft. Lauderdale; Julian S. Johnson of Gainesville, Fla. and Edward Johnson of Atlanta; 14 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
     Funeral services were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. Rev. W. T. Booth officiating. Burial was in the Conyers cemetery.

Johnson, Milford Clinton
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Feb 1964
M. C. Johnson Died Saturday At Jackson Home
     Mr. Milford Clinton Johnson, 92, one of the county's eldest and most widely known citizens, died at his residence, 193 Walker Street, Saturday morning after an extended illness.
     Mr. Johnson was born in Graham County, North Carolina. He was a valued employee of Pepperton Cotton Mills until his retirement in 1947. He served as superintendent of the Spinning Room for 41 years. Mr. Johnson was a Mason and Past Patron of the Eastern Star.
     Funeral services were conducted from the First Baptist Church Monday afternoon at three o'clock with the Rev. S. H. Odom and Rev. Guy Walton officiating. Interment was in Jackson City Cemetery with Masons in charge of the graveside rites. Haisten Funeral Home directed arrangements. I
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Sanger Polk Davis Johnson; two daughters, Miss Blanche Johnson, Washington, D. C. and Mrs. Florence Scott, St. Petersburg, Fla.; two sons, Wayne Johnson, North Hollywood, Calif. and George Johnson, Sea Pleasant, Md.; five grandchildren, four great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Levi J. Ball, Roy Goff, Dawson Bryant, M. L. Powell, Lewis Grant, and Ben Garland.
Johnson, Mills Willis
Jackson Progress Argus 18 May 1972
Heart Attack Claims Life M. W. Johnson
     Mr. Mills Willis Johnson, 42, of Green Acres Trailer Park, died about one o'clock Friday morning at Sylvan Grove Hospital after apparently suffering a heart attack.
     Mr. Johnson was a heavy equipment operator and construction engineer and had lived in Jackson about three years. He was born July 14, 1929 and was the husband of Mrs. Betty Johnson. Mr. Johnson was a veteran of World War II and the Korean Conflict.
     Graveside services were conducted Sunday afternoon at three o'clock in Jackson City Cemetery with full military honors. Sherrell Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.
     Survivors include his wife; two sons; one step-son; three brothers; three sisters.

Johnson, Minnie Lee
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Oct 1979
Johnson Rites Held October 4
     Funeral services for Mrs. Minnie Lee Johnson of 167 First St. S. W., Atlanta, were held Thursday, Oct. 4th, at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church. Rev. Howard Creecy officiated and interment was in Lincoln Memorial Cemetery.
     Mrs. Johnson died Sept. 28th at her home. She was born June 9, 1918 in LaGrange, Ga.
     She is survived by her husband, Mr. David Johnson; One daughter, Mrs. Shirley Watkins; two sisters, Mrs. Minnie Harrison and Mrs. Willie Bell Mathis; one brother, Mr. Richard Harrison and a host of other relatives and friends.
     Abe Trimier Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Johnson, Nellie Ina Gardner
Jackson Progress Argus 29 May 1975
Rites For Mrs. Johnson At Flovilla
     Mrs. Nellie Gardner Johnson, 85, of Route I, Flovilla, died early Wednesday afternoon, May 21st, at the Medical Center in Macon after a lengthy illness.
     She was born October 21 1889 in Flovilla, the daughter of the late. Mr. Robert Gardner and the late Mrs. Kate Lewis Gardner of Flovilla. She was a member of the Second Baptist Church of Jackson.
     Funeral services were held Thursday morning at 11 o'clock from the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with the Rev. A. L. Price and the Rev. T. L. Moody officiating. Burial was in the Flovilla Cemetery with Sherrell Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Johnson is survived by her husband, Curtis Johnson of Flovilla; 11 nieces and nephews; several great nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were William L. Jones, Virgil Smith, Stanley Maddox, Hiram Godsey, Marvin Walker, Larry Smith.

 Johnson, Nollie M.
Jackson Progress Argus June 13, 1930
Bee Stings Cause of Death Spalding Man
     Nollie M. Johnson, 44, was stung to death by a hive of bee on Saturday afternoon as he was attempting to take the bee gum from the hive.
     Mr. Johnson had taken the gum from the hives at his home before, but Saturday several of the bees stung him. His condition although was not painful was not considered serious and his death came a considerable shock to his family and friends.
     He had a host of friends throughout this community where he had made his home for a long period of time who will regret to learn of his sudden death.
     He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Maud Johnson, three daughters, Mrs. Ezelle Upchurch of Hazelhurst, Ga., and Mrs. Ruby Mercer and Mrs. Annie Hardy of Griffin. Three sons, H. M. Johnson, Ernest Johnson and Julius Johnson, all of Griffin; the sister, Mrs. Flossie Evans of Atlanta, Mrs. Effie King of Jackson, and Mrs. Willie Upchurch, of Griffin, and four brothers, Cliff Johnson, of Jackson, Vester Johnson, of Jenkinsburg, and P. V. and Virgil Johnson, both of Griffin.
     Funeral services were held from the Bethany Baptist church In Henry county Monday morning at 11 o'clock. Rev. J. A. Drewry officiated.
     Interment was in the churchyard with Haisten Brothers funeral directors in charge of Griffin in charge Griffin News.

Johnson, Obie, Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 12 Sep 1979
Johnson Rites Held Saturday
     Funeral services for Mr. Obie Johnson, Sr. of Rt. 3, Maddox Rd., Jackson, were held Saturday, September 8th, at 2 o'clock from the Fairfield A.M.E. Church with the Rev. E. P. Horton officiating. Interment was in the Fairfield Cemetery.
     Mr. Johnson died September 4th at his home. He was born on September 16, 1904 in Butts County to the late Mr. Cullin Johnson and Mrs. Annie Liza Johnson. He was a member of the Fairfield. A.M. E. Church and served as Sunday School Superintendent, Steward and Class Leader.
     He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Jessie Johnson. Four daughters, Mr. and Mrs. Willie R. Gay, Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Perry, Mrs. Cecil McGhee and Mr. and Mrs. Donald Grier; four sons, Mr. Hiram Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. Jesse L. Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. Obie Johnson, Jr., Mr. and Mrs. Van Johnson; 1 brother, Mr. Columbus Johnson; twelve grandchildren.
     Abe Trimier Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Johnson, Oliver Jack
Jackson Progress Argus 18 Jan 1995
     Oliver Jack Johnson of Flovilla died Friday, Jan. 13, at Sylvan Grove Hospital.
     Funeral services were held Sunday, Jan. 15, in the chapel of Sherrell, Wilson, Mangham Funeral Home with Rev. Lovell Coe and Rev. Jackie Sanders officiating. Interment was in Sandy Creek Cemetery.
     Mr. Johnson was born Aug. 23, 1932 in Butts County, son of the late Doyle Johnson and the late Tommy Lou Webb Johnson. He was of the Baptist faith.
     Survivors include wife, Margrette Moore Johnson of Flovilla; son, Mike Johnson of Flovilla; daughters, Debra Ann Watkins of Flovilla and Dorothy Bourgeois of Orlando, FL; sisters, Gail Palker of Flovilla and Shirley King of Jackson; brothers, Leslie and Riley Johnson of Flovilla, Robert and Frank Johnson of Jackson, Rocky Johnson of Griffin and Don Johnson of Forsyth; seven grandchildren; four great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
     Sherrell, Wilson, Mangham Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Johnson, Payton Vinson
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Feb 1958
Payton V. Johnson was Buried Sunday In Henry County
    Funeral services for Payton Vinson Johnson, 78, who died Friday morning at his home in Griffin following an illness of several months, were held Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock from the Chapel of McDonald Funeral Home with the Rev. Wylie Virden and the Rev. Ray Heflin officiating. Interment was in the Bethany Baptist Church cemetery in Henry County.
    A native of Henry county, Mr. Johnson had lived in Griffin for the past 50 years. He was a member of the Bethany Church.
    Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Harvey Virden of Griffin, a son, Woodrow Johnson of Griffin, a stepson, Ernest Irvin, Griffin; four Sisters Mrs. W. T. Upchurch of Griffin; Mrs. Grover Evans of Atlanta; Mrs. Eiland Beeland of Forsyth, Mrs. Effie Cook of Jackson; three brothers, Virgil Johnson of Griffin; Lester Johnson of Jenkinsburg, and Clifford D. Johnson of Jackson; eight grandchildren.

Johnson, Perry
Jackson Progress Argus 04 Aug 1993
     Perry Johnson of Griffin died Thurs., July 29.
     Funeral services were held Sun., Aug. 1, at Friendship Baptist Church with Rev. V. Sims officiating. Interment was in the Rock Creek Cemetery.
     Mr. Johnson was born Oct., 13, 1962 in Butts County. He was a member of Friendship Baptist Church.
     Survivors include mother Gladys Johnson; sister Teresa Johnson; brothers Marvin, Curtis, Timonth and Anthony Johnson; sister-in-law Yvonne Johnson; two nephews; two aunts; and an uncle.
     Trimier Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Johnson, Pleasant Pick
Jackson Progress-Argus 13 Mar 1941
Death Mr. Johnson Occurred Tuesday
     Mr. Pleasant Pick Johnson, 81 years of age, one of the county's best known citizens, died early Tuesday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. W. C. Godsey, near Cedar Rock. He had been in feeble health for several months.
     A son of Mr. find Mrs. P. P. Johnson, pioneer residents of this section, Mr. Johnson had spent most of his life in Butts county and was highly esteemed by a large circle of friends. Until forced to retire because of advanced age he was a successful farmer and was a man of thrift and industry.
     Mr. Johnson is survived by his wife, the former Miss Mattie Washington; two sons, C. B. Johnson of Flovilla and W. O. Johnson of Ma con; two daughters, Mrs. W. C. Godsey and Mrs. Annie Maddox of Jackson; five grandchildren, Hilda and Hiram Godsey, Wencelle, Marvin and Mary Jean Johnson.
     Funeral services were held at Sardis church Wednesday at 2:30 p. m! and the Rev. J. B. Stodghill and the Rev. T. J. Thaxton officiated. Interment was in the church cemetery with plans in charge of Thornton Funeral Homes.
     The pallbearers were A. C. Finley, V. L. Jinks, Ira Cawthon, Elmer Cawthon, Frank Lummus, W. L. Collins.

Johnson, Richard Dewitt, Jr.
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Mar 1961
Sudden Illness Fatal Sunday To Richard Johnson
    Richard Dewitt Johnson, Jr. age 6, son of Mr. and Mrs. R. D. Johnson, Sr., of Jackson, died Sunday morning while enroute to the Griffin-Spalding County Hospital after being stricken with what was termed by doctors as an "overwhelming infection" on Saturday.
    The popular young boy was a first grade pupil in the Jackson Elementary School and attended classes Friday, apparently in his accustomed health. The young boy complained of an illness Saturday, his condition becoming grave early Sunday morning.
    He succumbed while being rushed by auto to the Griffin-Spalding County Hospital Sunday morning.
    Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock from the Pepperton Baptist Church with 'the Rev. James Burleson, pastor, and the Rev. Sidney L. Waterhouse, pastor of the First Baptist Church, officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
    Survivors include his father, Richard Dewitt Johnson, Sr., mother, Mrs. Sylvia Credille Johnson; two sisters, Robin and Loretta Johnson, all of Jackson; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Cliff Dewitt Johnson of Jackson; Mrs. Violet Rivers Scott of Atlanta; several uncles and aunts.
    Pallbearers were George Evans, Lamar King, Dick Williams, Billy Tomlin, T. B. Williamson, Lamar Johnson, W. C. Norsworthy.

Johnson, Robert
Jackson Progress Argus 26 Jan 1956
Auto Wreck On Saturday Night Kills Local Negro
    A Butts county Negro man, Robert Johnson, 26, currently of Atlanta, was killed and several other Negroes critically injured in a head-on automobile crash Saturday night about midnight in front of the Marvin Davis home on Highway 42.
    According to Sheriff J. D. Pope, the wreck occurred when two cars of Negroes were racing north on Highway 42 and met a car of Atlanta Negroes going south.
    The driver of the death car, Morgan Strickland, Route 3, Jackson, now in Grady Hospital with serious injuries, will be charged with manslaughter if he recovers, Pope said. Johnson was in the car with Strickland when their car attempted to pass another car and plowed head-on into the oncoming vehicle.
    The names of the Negroes in the car from Atlanta were not immediately available, but Sheriff Pope said that six victims of the crash required hospitalization and some were in a serious condition.
    By an odd coincidence, two State Patrolmen from Griffin actually witnessed the accident, Pope said, and later called on him for assistance.
    It was the first fatal automobile accident in Butts county since March 1955 when a Negro woman from Julliette was killed on Route 42 below Pepperton when the car in which she was riding overturned.

Johnson, Robert Darryle
Jackson Progress Argus 22 Sep 1993
     Robert Darryle Johnson, of Riverdale died Fri., Sept. 3.
     Cremation was performed Sept. 3 and a wake was held at the home of Douglas Hebert in Riverdale on Mon., Sept. 6.
     Mr. Johnson was born Sept. 29, 1965, son of Robert Van Johnson of Jackson and Dianne Baxter Brooks of Phoenix City, Alabama.
     He was a disc jockey in Atlanta before his illness.
     Survivors include his parents; grandparents Agnes Baxter of Jackson and Mr. and Mrs. Doyle Johnson of Jackson; sister Tammie Eakes of Dexter, Missouri; brothers Tommy Moss of Byron, Mark Lynn of Macon, Dean Lynn of Centerville and Toby Johnson of Jackson; two nephews; and four nieces.

Johnson, Robert Lee
Jackson Progress Argus 02 Feb 1994
     Robert Lee Johnson of Jackson died Sat., Jan. 22.
     Funeral services were held Sat, Jan. 29, in the Abe Trimier Memorial Chapel with Rev. Tony Freeman officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mr. Johnson was born Dec. 9,1925 in Butts County, son of the late Sims and Elizabeth Johnson.
     Survivors include wife, Essie Mae Johnson; children Brenda Andrews and Robin Johnson of Atlanta, Dennis Johnson of Detroit, Mich., Janet, Carey, Wandy, Robert and Mario Johnson, all of Jackson; sisters, Elizabeth and Gladys Johnson, both of Jenkinsburg; 11 grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
     Trimier Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Johnson, Rolfe H.
Jackson Progress Argus 2 Apr 1970
Rolfe Johnson Died Friday In Forsyth
     Mr. Rolfe H. Johnson, 75 years of age, of Forsyth, passed away Friday March 27th, about five o'clock p. m. in the Monroe County Hospital. Mr. Johnson had been in declining health for four or five years and had been in the hospital for several days.
     Born in Monroe County, Mr. Johnson was the son of the late Mr. Charles N. Johnson and Mrs. Cate Hoard Johnson, both natives of Butts County. He was a widely known retired dairyman and farmer and a member of the Menroe County Selective Service Board. He was a member of the Russellville Baptist Church, president of the Farm Bureau and a member of the Woodmen of the World.
     Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon at three o'clock from the First Baptist Church in Forsyth.
     Mr. Johnson is survived by his wife, Mrs. Nanny Kate Grant Johnson of Forsyth; five daughters, Mrs. Leonard Stewart and Mrs. Harold Giddens both of Warner Robins, Mrs. Willard Moore, Mrs. Richard Nix and Mrs. Albert Marshall, all of Eatonton; two sons, Berneile Johnson and David Johnson both of Forsyth; five sisters, Mrs. J. B. Peters, Mrs. W. W. Wright, Miss Ezma Johnson, all of Forsyth; Mrs. Oliver Greene of Gray and Mrs. Lewis Culbreth, of Zebulon; three brothers, Graydon Johnson and Robert Lee Johnson, both of Forsyth and Spencer Johnson of Indian Springs; several grandchildren and great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Johnson, S. Lester
Jackson Progress Argus 28 May 1959
S. L. Johnson, 81, Buried May 18 at Jenkinsburg Rites
     Mr. S. Lester Johnson, 81, for many years a resident of Jenkinsburg, died May 16 at his home near Duluth, Ga. and was buried May 18 at Jenkinsburg.
     Mr. Johnson was the son of Sam Johnson and Mrs. Belle Rosser Johnson. He lived in Jenkinsburg many years, moved to Duluth and resided there for 15-16 years, and returned to Jenkinsburg for about two years before moving again to Duluth. He suffered a broken hip in a fall and had been in declining health several years. He would have been 82 on Tuesday after his burial on Monday, May 18.
     Survivors include his wife, the former Miss Lula Crumbley; three sons, Crumbley, David and Frank Johnson, of Atlanta; one daughter, Mrs. Mary Leila Eccles of Orlando, Fla; two brothers, C. D. Johnson, Jackson; V. L. Johnson, Griffin; four sisters, Mrs. AIIie Upchurch of Griffin, Mrs. D. B. Beeland of Forsyth; Mrs. Effie Cook of Jackson; and Mrs. Flossie Evans of Atlanta; several grandchildren.

Johnson, Samuel David
Jackson Progress Argus 01 Jun 1972
S. D. Johnson Was Buried At West View
     Funeral services for Mr. Samuel David Johnson, 81, of 719 McLaurin Avenue, Griffin, were held Saturday, May 27, at two o'clock from the chapel of Pittman-Rawls Funeral Home in Griffin with the Rev. Bruce M. Morgan, pastor of the First Baptist Church, officiating. Burial was in Westview Cemetery in Atlanta.
     Mr. Johnson, a former resident of Jackson, died Thursday morning at the Griffin-Spalding County Hospital after an illness of four days.
     A native of Conyers, Mr. Johnson had lived in Griffin for the past 11 years. He was a retired employee of Brown Distributing Company and a member of the First Baptist Church.
     Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Esta Garr Johnson; one daughter, Mrs. Peter S. Walker; two sisters, Mrs. A. V. Lewis of Orlando, Fla. and Mrs. J. A. Jordan of Hartford, Conn.; five brothers, R. M. Johnson, Col. C. S. Johnson, B. J. Johnson, Julian S. Johnson and T. E. Johnson; three grandchildren. Several friends from Jackson and Butts County attended funeral services for Mr. Johnson.

Johnson, Sanger Polk
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Jan 1975
Mrs. Johnson Passes At Hilltop
     Mrs. Sanger Polk Johnson, a former resident of Jackson for a long number of years died about 7 o'clock Thursday morning, January 9 at Hilltop Nursing Home in Monroe County where she had been a patient for several years.
     Born in Newton County on January 20, 1891, she was the daughter of Mr. Joshua Alexander Polk and Mrs. Sara Martha Key Polk. She was the widow of Mr. M. C.
Johnson.
     Mrs. Johnson was a member of the First Baptist Church in Jackson and was very active in the Jeptha Chapter No. 252 of the Order of the Eastern star and was also a member of the William McIntosh Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution.
     Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson with the Rev. Don Folsom, pastor of the First Baptist Church, and Dr. Guy Walton officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     The members of the Eastern Star were in charge of the graveside services.
     Mrs. Johnson is survived by three sisters, Mrs. Inez Watson and Mrs. Flower Anderson, both of Covington; Mrs. Berta Mae Stowers of East Point; two brothers, Thurman Polk of Covington and G. W. Polk of Daytona Beach, Florida; two step-daughters, Mrs. Florence J. Scott of St. Petersburg, Fla., and Miss Blanche Johnson of Washington, D.C.; two step-sons, Wayne Johnson of North Hollywood, Calif., and George Johnson of Seat Pleasant, Maryland.

Johnson, Scruggs E.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus October 21, 1927
Mr. S. E. Johnson Passes in Chicago.
     News of the death in Chicago the past week of Mr. Scruggs E. Johnson, 58 years of age, has been received here. Mr. Johnson was a former resident of Butts county but had been making his home in Atlanta for dome time. Funeral services were held in Atlanta Sunday with interment in Crest Lawn cemetery.
     He had a number of relatives and friends here who were sorry to know of his death. He is survived by his wife and the following children: Ford Herald Johnson, Marvin Johnson, Lee Johnson, Horace Johnson, Walter Johnson, Mrs. Vivian Smith, all of Chicago; Mrs. Berths Langford and Miss Hattie Johnson, of Atlanta; his father, Mr. Gus Johnson, of Mitchell, Ga.; two sisters, Mrs. Esther Workam, Macon and Mrs. Susan Lang, Bartow, Ga., one brother, Freeman Johnson.

Johnson, Spencer Henry
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Oct 1979
Former Legislator Is Dead
     Funeral services for Spencer Henry Johnson, 68, were held Friday at 11 a.rn. in the chapel of Andrew A. Dillon and Son F'uneral Home in Forsyth, with Dr. I. W. Bowen officiating Interment was in Monroe Hills Cemetery.
     The former Butts County legislator died Thursday morning in Hazlehurst of injuries received in an automobile accident.
     A native of Monroe County, he lived at Indian Springs for 38 years, before moving to Hazelhurst a few years ago.
     Active in the political life of Butts County for many years, he was a former representative of the County in Georgia's General Assembly.
     He owned and operated the Foy Hotel at Indian Springs for a number of years, until the large wooden hotel was destroyed by fire. During a six-year period, from 1952 to 1958, he served as Superintendent of Indian Springs State Park.
     A farmer and cattleman, he was a member of the Masons, the Shriners and Indian Springs Baptist Church.
     Survivors included his wife, Mrs. Lucille Brooks Johnson of Indian Springs; a son, Dr. Sidney Johnson of Hazlehurst; two brothers, Drayton Johnson of Forsyth and Robert Lee Johnson of Warner Robins;
     Five sisters, Mrs. J. D. Peters, Mrs. Bammie Wright and Miss Ezma Johnson, all of Forsyth, Mrs. Oliver Green of Gray and Mrs. Lewis Culbreth of Zebulon; two grandchildren.

Johnson, Terrell Elexander
Jackson Progress-Argus 20 Nov 1936
Mr. T. E. Johnson Claimed By Death
     Friends and relatives of Mr. and Mrs. Gordon H. Thompson were sorry to learn of the death of Mrs. Thompson's father, Mr. T. E. Johnson, which occurred at his home in Monroe county Friday afternoon of last week.
     The following account of his death is taken from Saturday's Macon Telegraph:
     Forsyth, Ga., Nov. 13. Terrell Elexander Johnson, 59, life-long resident of Monroe county, died at his home near here this afternoon after a long illness.
     Funeral services will be conducted at the residence at 11 a. m. Saturday by Rev. Augustus Ernest, pastor of the Forsyth Methodist church, and Dr. Aquila Chamlee. president of Bessie Tift college.
     Survivors include his widow, the former Miss Mamie Matthews; two daughters, Mrs. Gordon Thompson, of Jackson, and Miss Reba Johnson, of Forsyth; three brothers, C. N., J, W, and G. E. Johnson of Forsyth; a sister, Mrs. A. W. Seymore, of Jackson, and two grandchildren.
     Pallbearers will be Judge G. Ogden Persons, R. O. Persons, Joe Roquemore, J. E. Abercrombie, Charles Childs and L. L. Bittick.

Johnson, Theresa Renee French
Jackson Progress Argus 26 Feb 1992
     Mrs. Theresa Renee French Johnson, 26, of Conyers died Sunday, Feb. 23. Funeral services were conducted Wednesday in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with the Rev. Danny Hughes and Mr. Jimmy Bryant officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mrs. Johnson was a graduate of Newton County High School and was a member of the Prospect Methodist Church.
     Survivors include her husband, James Franklin Johnson, and children, Stacia, Brandon and Ryan Johnson of Conyers; mother and stepfather, Elaine and George Dunn of Jackson; father and stepmother, William L. and Paula French of Douglasville; sister, Meredith French of Douglasville; brothers, William French of Monticello and Denny Dunn of Jackson; grandmothers, Maudell French of Conyers and Margaret Dunn of Woodbridge, Va.; great-grandmother, Isabell McBride of Conyers; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
     Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Johnson, Tommie Lou Webb
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Nov 1993
     Tommie Lou Webb Johnson of Butts County died Fri., Nov. 12, at Henry General Hospital in Stockbridge.
     Funeral services were held Mon., Nov. 15, in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with Rev. Roy Vaughn and Rev. Robert Joe Wilson officiating. Interment was in the Sandy Creek Cemetery in Butts County.
     Mrs. Johnson was born Aug. 24, 1911 in Henry County, daughter of the late Tom Webb and the late Ora Lee Bunn. She was a member of Shady Grove Baptist Church.
     Survivors include husband Doyle Johnson; daughters Shirley King of Jackson and Gail Parker of Flovilla; sons Riley Johnson, Leslie Johnson and Jack Johnson, all of Flovilla, Frank Johnson and Robert Johnson of Jackson, Rocky Johnson of Griffin and Don Johnson of Forsyth; sister-in-law Evelyn Webb of Covington; 28 grandchildren; a large number of great grandchildren and great, great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
     Sherrell Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Johnson, Tucker
  The Jackson Progress-Argus February 15, 1929
Former Butts Citizen Ends Life With Bullet
     Mr. Tucker Johnson, a former Butts county citizen, ended his life by firing a bullet through his head at Dames Ferry Sunday night. He was formerly a section foreman on the Southern Railway and is said to have been despondent on account of being out of work. A large number of friends and relatives in the county were shocked to learn of the tragedy.
     He was born and reared near Cork, being a son of Mrs. Amanda Johnson. He is survived by his wife and son, who is a student at the Sixth District school at Barnesville; his mother and a brother, J. R. Johnson, of Cork.
     Funeral services were held at Sandy Creek Tuesday afternoon, with Elder Gus Elliott officiating. Interment was in the churchyard.

Johnson, Walter Monroe
Jackson Progress Argus 10 May 1973
Mr. Johnson Interred At Macedonia
     Burial services for Mr. Walter Monroe Johnson were conducted April 5th at the Macedonia Baptist Church Cemetery with McDonald Chapel in Griffin in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Johnson, a native of Spalding County, died April 2nd at Grady Hospital in Atlanta following critical burns suffered in an Atlanta fire. He was a native of Spalding County, the son of Mrs. Clara Reeves Johnson and the late Mr. Ernest W. Johnson. He was a textile worker, employed by Griffin Division of Thomaston Mills.
     Funeral services were conducted April 5th at McDonald Chapel with Rev. Allan Huckaby and Rev. Lewis James officiating.
     Mr. Johnson is survived by a sister, Mrs. Linda Anderson of Decatur; and a half-brother Douglas P. Brooks, U. S. Navy, stationed at Jacksonville Florida.

Johnson, William Edga (Ed)
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Aug 1973
Mr. Johnson Buried Greenwood
     Funeral services for Mr. William Edga (Ed) Johnson, 88, of 1328 Avon Ave., SW, Atlanta, were held at three o'clock Saturday, July 28th, at Carmichael's Chapel in East Point with interment in Greenwood Cemetery in Atlanta.
     Mr. Johnson died Thursday, July 26th, from hardening of the arteries, an enlarged heart and liver trouble. Born October 23, 1884 in Henry County, he was the son of the late Mr. John F. Johnson, Sr. and Mrs. Miriah Wood Johnson, both of Henry County.
     He was a retired deputy sheriff of Fulton and DeKalb counties.
     Mr. Johnson was a charter member of Oakland City United Methodist Church, a charter member and past master of Oakland City Lodge No. 373 F&AM and a past patron of Chapter No. 260 of the Order of the Eastern Star. He also was a member of the Georgia Peace Officers Association.
     Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Eva H. Johnson of Atlanta; three daughter, Mrs. Evelyn Beville of Hapeville, Mrs. Zelma Culpepper of Morrow and Mrs. Martha Slaton of Stockbridge; two sons, Allen Johnson of Red Oak and George W. Johnson of Melvin, Fla.; two brothers, J. B. Johnson, Sr. of Atlanta and John F. Johnson of Jackson; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Johnson, William Onree
Jackson Progress-Argus, April 21, 1949.
W. O. Johnson Taken by Death.
     William Onree Johnson, 47 years of age, died at his home at Land's Crossing Monday morning at 5:30 after a long illness.
     Mr. Johnson was born and reared in Butts county. Several years ago he was associated with the Pace Bus Line in Jackson and later was stationed in Macon where he had a run between Macon and Columbus. Because of failing health Mr. Johnson retired from active business and had resided in Jackson for the past year. He was a member of Cedar Rock church.
     Survivors include his wife, the former Miss Cecil O'Neal of Jackson; one daughter, Mrs. Hadarits of Macon, Macon; one brother, Curtis Johnson, Flovilla; two sisters, Mrs. W. C. Godsey and Mrs. Earl Maddox, both of Jackson.
     Funeral services were held at Cedar Rock church Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. and the pastor, Rev. Gilbert Howard, officiated. Burial was in the churchyard and the Thornton Funeral Home had charge of arrangements.
     The pallbearers were W. B. Busbee, R. O. Sander, W. H. Smarr, H. M. Reeves, Hughlon O'Neal, Don O'Neal, Hiram Godsey, L. G. Maddox.

Johnson, Z. T., Mrs.
Jackson Progress Argus 18 Jul 1974
Mrs. Johnson Died In Wilmore, Ky.
     Mrs. Z. T. Johnson of Wilmore, Kentucky died Thursday morning, July 11th, following a long period of declining health.
     Mrs. Johnson was the wife of Dr. Z. T. Johnson, President-Emeritus of Asbury College, Wilmore, Ky., Emeritus-Trustee of the Indian Springs Camp Ground Association at Flovilla, and long active in the affairs of the camp ground. For many years Dr. Johnson was Bible teacher at the camp ground and on several occasions has filled the pulpits at the Jackson Presbyterian Church and the Jackson United Methodist Church where both he and his wife were favorably known.
     Funeral services were conducted Saturday afternoon from the chapel of the First Methodist Church in Wilmore, Ky. with the Rev. Luther Stokes officiating. Interment was in Wilmore.
     Mrs. Johnson is survived by her husband; two sons, a daughter, and several grandchildren.
     Dr. Roland Walker, treasurer of the Board of the Camp Ground Association, joined Frank Harris of Cartersville, president of the association, for the trip by plane to Wilmore to attend funeral services.

Johnson, Zachary James
Jackson Progress Argus 26 Oct 1994
     Zachary James Johnson, infant son of Brad and Lisa Nazarus Johnson, died Tuesday, Oct. 18, at Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta.
     Graveside services were held Friday, Oct. 21, in the Macedonia Baptist Church cemetery with Rev. Mack Tribble officiating.
     Survivors include his parents; brother, Kevin Johnson; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. George Nazarus of Maryland and Mrs. and Mrs. Billy Cook of Jackson; great grandparents; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Johnston, Blannie Dobbs
Jackson Progress Argus 14 May 1970
Mrs. Johnston Buried Monday At Rites Here
     Mrs. Blannie Dobbs Johnston, 84, of 235 Indian Springs Street, died at Macon Hospital Saturday afternoon at 12:45. She had been in declining health for a long period of time.
     She was born in Newton County on October 19, 1885, the daughter of Mr. William Nelson Dobbs and Mrs. Talitha Tee Dobbs, both of Newton County. She was the widow of Mr. J. W. Johnston. She was a member of Almon Baptist Church.
     Funeral services were conducted at three o'clock Monday afternoon from the Pepperton Baptist Church with Rev. Ralph Goodwin, pastor of Harmony Church of the Nazarene, and Rev. Ben F. Stone, pastor of Worthville Baptist Church, officiating. Interment was in Jackson City Cemetery with Sherrell Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Johnston is survived by three sons, Robert B. Johnston of Monticello, E. L. Young of Jackson, J. A. Young of Lithonia; four daughters, Mrs. W. J. Horton of Jackson, Mrs. W. L. Sealey of Jackson, Mrs. L. Z. Spain of Anniston, Ala., Mrs. R. H. Hays of Atlanta; a sister, Mrs. F. G. Neely of Covington; three brothers, A. B. Dobbs of Conley, J. H. Dobbs and W. E. Dobbs, both of Decatur; 18 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren.
     Pallbearers, all nephews, were Alton Dobbs, Alvin Dobbs, Olin Dobbs, Leon Dobbs, Charlie Dobbs and Danny Dobbs.
          
Johnston, Emily Mallet
Jackson Progress Argus 31 Aug 1988
     Emily Mallet Johnston, 60, of 412 E. Third St., Jackson, died Aug. 24 at her residence following a lengthy illness.
     The funeral was held Saturday at 10 a.m. at the Holy Innocents Episcopal Church in Sandy Springs with the Rev. Robert H. Johnson officiating. The Rev. Mack Tribble conducted a graveside service at 1:30 at the Jackson cemetery.
Mrs. Johnston was born in Jackson, daughter of Hugh Mallet Sr. and Mary Lane Mallet.
     She graduated in 1945 from Jackson High School and held degrees from Wesleyan College and the Emory University Graduate School of Library Science. Before ill health forced her retirement, she was the librarian at St. Jude the Apostle School in Atlanta for 17 years. Mrs. Johnston served on the library staff at Georgia Tech and was instrumental in establishing the Technical Library of the Lockheed-
Georgia Corp.
     She was a member of the Holy Innocents Episcopal Church where she worked with the Community of the Cross of the Nails, St. Teresa's and the Extended Ministries Committee. She was a member of the Catholic Libraries Association.
     Mrs. Johnston, a resident of Sandy Springs 25 years, was married to William Marshall Johnston, who died 10 years ago. She moved to her family home in Jackson several months ago.
     Survivors include a son, William Marshall Johnston Jr. of Atlanta; daughter, Mary Gage Johnston of New York; her mother-in-law, Allie Barnett Johnston; sisters, Mary Mallet Carr and Jane Anne Mallet Settle, both of Jackson, and Marcia Mallet Ades of DeRidder, La.; sister-in-law, Mrs. Hugh Mallet Jr. of Alexandria, Va.; many nephews and nieces.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Johnston, Helen Head
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Jun 1989
     Mrs. R. Wallace Johnston died June 18 in San Francisco, Calif. The body was cremated, and no formal service was held.
     Mrs. Johnston, a journalist, author, and former proprietor of an art gallery will be
remembered locally as the former Helen Head. She was a 1934 graduate of Jackson High School and attended Shorter College and the University of Georgia where she graduated in 1938 with, a degree in journalism. She was the only daughter of the late Helen Smith Head.
     Prior to moving to San Francisco in the 1950s and the opening; of her art gallery, Mrs. Johnston edited a weekly newspaper for several years in Alaska.
     Survivors include a half-sister and several cousins.

Johnston, Lillian Lawrence
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Dec 1984
     Lillian Lawrence Johnston, 84, of Route 3, Jackson, died Dec. 10 at Sylvan Grove Hospital.
     Mrs. Johnston had been a patient at Westbury Medical Care Home in Jenkinsburg. A native of New York, she resided for many years in was moved to with her daughter law who own and operate 1-75 Mobile Home Mrs. Johnston was a homemaker a member of the United Church in Danbury.
     Local survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Youngburg.
A service of Mrs. Johnston was held Dec. 12 at Haisten Funeral Home. Additional services and burial were held in Danbury, Conn.
     Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of local arrangements.

Johnston, Lois York
Jackson Progress Argus 21 Mar 1990
     Lois York Johnston, 74, died Thursday at Westbury Medical Care Home in Jackson.
     The funeral was held March 18 in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home in Jackson, with the Rev. Marty Duran officiating. Burial was in the Cabiness Baptist Church Cemetary in Monroe County.
     Mrs. Johnston, a native of Columbus and a homemaker, was the daughter of the late Howard York and the late Ethel Reid York, and the widow of Eston Johnston. She
was a member of Cabiness Baptist Church.
     Survivors include her daughter, Ann Johnson of Cartersville; sons and daughters-in-law, Eddie and Vicki Johnston of Jackson, Randy and Sandy Johnston, and Ray and Elaine Johnston, all of Forsyth, and Neal and Carol Johnston of Snellville; and five grandchildren.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Johnston, Mary Alice
Jackson Progress-Argus 6 Nov 1936
Miss Johnston Dies At Home in Flovilla
     The death of Miss Mary Alice Johnston, aged 77, occurred at an early hour Wednesday morning at the home of her niece, Mrs. J. C, Funderburk in Flovilla. Death followed a period of ill health extending over some time and came as a. shock to the family and friends.
     Miss Johnston was a daughter of Mr, James Johnston and Mrs. Sarah Ogborn Johnston, of Taylor county. She had resided in Flovilla for some time and was widely beloved in that community. She took an active part in the work of the Flovilla Baptist church, of which she was a member, and the Flovilla chapter, Daughters of the Confederacy.
     She is survived by several nieces and nephews, including Mrs. J. C. Funderburk, with whom she had made her home for some time.
     The body was carried Thursday morning to Columbus for funeral services and interment.

Johnston, Richard Greer
Jackson Progress Argus 08 Aug 1979
Johnston Rites Held Friday
     Funeral services for Richard Greer Johnston, 29, of Yatesville, Georgia, were held Friday afternoon at two o'clock from the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Barnesville. The Rev. Franklin Gibson and Rev. James Coogler officiated and interment was in the family cemetery in Lamar County,
     Mr. Johnston died August 1st as a result of injuries sustained in an auto-truck collision on the Barnesville-Yatesville highway.
     He had lived most of his life in Lamar County where he was employed as an agent of the United Insurance Company of America. He had many friends and acquaintances in Butts County which was included in his debit area.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Martha, Faye Shoers Johnston; daughter, Angela Dawn Johnston; two step-daughters, Cheryl Beacham and Allison Beacham; two step-sons, William and James Beacham, all of Yatesville; mother, Mrs. Barbara Johnston, Barnesville; father and step-mother, Mr. and Mrs. Ben Turner Johnston, of Manchester.

Johnston, Walter
(See Hunt, Eunice J., Mrs.)

Johnston, William Marshall
Jackson Progress Argus 07 Feb 1979
Johnston Rites Held Monday
     Funeral services for William Marshall Johnston, 61, of 55 Osner Drive, N.E., Atlanta, were held Monday afternoon at 1 p.m. at the Holy Innocence Episcopal Church of Atlanta. Grave side services were held Monday afternoon at 4 p.m. at the Jackson cemetery. Mr. Johnston was the husband of the former Emily Mallet of Jackson. A native of Marshallville, Georgia, he was a research and development engineer at Lockheed where he had been employed for 26 years. He was a graduate of Georgia Tech.
     Active in the religious life of his community, he had served on the Vestry of the Holy Innocence Episcopal Church and had been a treasurer of the church. A Boy Scout leader of his church, he had taken members of the church Boy Scout Troop No. 14 on a camping trip to McMinnville, Tenn. where he suffered a heart attack and died Saturday night. His son is a member of that troop.
     Survivors include his wife, Emily Mallet Johnston; a son, William Marshall Johnston, Jr.; a daughter, Mary Gage Johnston; mother, Mrs. Victor Gage Johnston, all of Atlanta.
     The Rev. Robert Johnston, Rector of Holy Innocence, conducted the service in Atlanta and was assisted by the Rev. Phil DeMore at the Jackson graveside service.
     In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be sent to the Holy Innocence Episcopal Memorial Fund of the Boy Scouts of America.
     Sandy Springs Chapel was in charge of arrangements with Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson in charge of graveside services.

Joiner, Elizabeth
  The Jackson Progress-Argus November 20, 1925
Mrs. Elizabeth Joiner Passed Away Nov. 19.
     Following a six week's illness, Mrs. Elizabeth Joiner, aged 84, passed away at the home of her granddaughter, Mrs. E. A. Tillery, in Pepperton Wednesday morning at 5 o'clock. The infirmities of old age are given as the cause of death.
     Mrs. Joiner, who was born and reared in Pulaski county, had been a resident of Butts county for nineteen years. Her maiden name was Miss Pipkin and she was twice married. She was a faithful member of the Primitive Baptist church and was devoutly religious. She was widely loved for her many excellent traits of character and her passing caused sincere regret to a host of friends here and other parts of the state.
     Mrs. Joiner is survived by one son, Mr. Jim Armstrong, of Daytona, Fla.; one daughter, Mrs. B. J. Coody, of Macon; two or three sisters and a large number of grandchildren.
     Funeral services were held from the home of Mr. and Mrs. Tillery Thursday afternoon at 3 o'clock. Rev. L. L. Minton conducted the services and interment was in the Pepperton cemetery.

  Jolly, Albert H.
  Jackson Progress Argus 25 Jul 1965
Albert H. Jolly Was Buried At Fairburn
   Funeral services for Mr. Albert H. Jolly, 39, of College Park, were held Monday at the Olive Grove Baptist Church with the Rev. Monroe Ussery officiating. Burial was in Rico Baptist Church Cemetery at Fairburn.
    Mr. Jolly was a native of Alabama and was part owner of a television repair shop.
    Survivors include his wife, the former. Berdie Mae Petty; three daughters, Mrs. Edward E. Thames and Mrs. Daniel J. Collins, both of College Park, and Mrs. Raymond L Kenney, Tampa, Fla., a son, Charles A. Jolly, College Park; three sisters, Mrs. J. W. Smith, Opelika, Ala., Mrs. Frank Childs, Jenkinsburg; and Mrs. C. W. Sikes, College Park; two brothers, Jack Jolly, Jenkinsburg and John Jolly, College Park.

Jolly, Alexander
  Butts County Progress May 21, 1909
Prominent Citizen Died Last Friday.
     Mr. Alex Jolly, one of the well-known citizens of Butts county, died at his home about four miles from here Friday morning May 14. He was found in bed by some of his friends who missed him and instituted a search for him. Death was apparently due to heart disease from which he had suffered more or less since boyhood.
     Mr. Jolly was 72 years of age, lived alone and had never married. He spent his time reading and writing under the name of "Occasionally." He possessed a fine collection of books and was one of the best read men in this section, He was possessed of a brilliant intellect, and wrote and conversed fluently on all subjects.
     The deceased was a Confederate veteran. He belonged to Company I, 30th Georgia Regiment, and was taken prisoner at Nashville, Tenn., and was a prisoner at Camp Chase at the close of the war.
     He is survived by two brothers, Messrs. Joseph Jolly, of Jackson and Jim Jolly, of the Iron Springs district; two nephews, Messrs. Jessie T. Jolly, of Summerville, and W, D. Jolly of Jinkensburg, and one niece, Miss Tallie Jolly, of Jackson.
     The funeral was held Saturday morning at 10 o'clock at Macedonia church and the services being conducted by Rev. Sharp of Flovilla. Interment was in Macedonia church cemetery.

Jolly, Annie Nolen
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Dec 1980
Mrs. Jolly Was Buried Saturday
     Funeral services for Mrs. Annie Nolen Jolly, 63, of Jenkinsburg were held Saturday morning at 11 o'clock from the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home, with the Rev. Eugene Maddox officiating. Interment was in the Jenkinsburg city cemetery under the direction of Sherrell Funeral Home.
     Mrs. Jolly was a native of Polk County, daughter of the late Mr. Oscar Nolen and the late Mrs. Zaney Butler Nolen.
     Mrs. Jolly, widow of the late Mr. Jack Jolly, had made her home in Jenkinsburg for a number of years. She was a retired nurse.
     Survivors include two sons, Mr. Wayne Lanier Jolly of Jenkinsburg and Mr. Jack J. Jolly of Alexandria, Va.; a daughter, Mrs. Sarah Lynn Blankenship of Jenkinsburg;
     Five sisters, Mrs. T. T. Whitley of Woodbury, Mrs. James Morgan of Langdale, Ala., Mrs. Tom Cherry and Mrs. Lexie Carroll, both of Opelika, Ala., Mrs. Vera Shefield of Galveston, Texas; one grandson; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Ronald Brown, Edwin Clifton, Terry Clifton, Todd Clifton, Jimmy Belnap, and Carlton Brown.
     Honorary pallbearers were Tim Clifton, Leslie Belnap, and Allen Brown.

Jolly, D. W.
  Butts County Progress November 10, 1911
Former Citizen Passed Away Sunday
     The funeral for Mr. D. W. Jolly, a former resident of this city, who died in Atlanta Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, was held at the City Cemetery Monday morning at 10 o'clock. Mr. R. C. Cleckler officiated, conducting the services in the presence of former friends who gathered to pay their last tribute of respect.
     Interment was in the City Cemetery beside the remains of his wife, who preceded him to the grave some years ago.
     Mr. Jolly, who was 72 years of age, resided in Jackson several years ago, and is remembered by many of the older residences. His death was due to dropsy. He was employed by the Southern Railway for a time, and later served on the police force of Jackson. He has many friends in this county who regretted to learn of his passing.
     Surviving Mr. Jolly are two daughters, Mrs. A. E. Brown and Mrs. William Barber.

Jolly, Emma William Dickson
  The Jackson Progress-Argus July 29, 1932
Death Summons comes to Mrs. Joseph Jolly.
     Mrs. Joseph Jolly, one of Jackson's oldest and most beloved residents, died at her home on Indian Springs street Wednesday morning at 2 o'clock. In March of the past year she fell and sustained a fractured hip and never recovered from that injury. Mrs. Jolly had hosts of friends throughout the county who will be pained to learn of her passing. She was 83 years old having been born February 16, 1849.
     Mrs. Jolly was born Emma William Dickson, the only child of William Crawford Dickson and his wife, Caroline Palmer Dickson and was a direct descendant of the Crawford and Atwood families of Westmoreland county, Virginia. Her maternal grandmother was Mildred Washington Stanford, who married Israel Palmer. The name was given to the Stanford child by George Washington, who visited in the home shortly after she was born.
     Mrs. Jolly was born in Hancock county and lived there until she was six years old and after her father's death. When her mother married Mr. Reuben Bently Johnson, the family moved to Monroe county, where she attended Monroe Female College, now Bessie Tiff College.
     In December 1866, she was married to Mr. Joseph Jolly, of Butts county, a Confederate veteran, who died in 1918. Three children were born to this union, Mr. W. D. Jolly, of Atlanta; Col. Jesse Thomas Jolly, who died in 1917, and Mrs. J. D. Jones. In addition to her son and daughter she is survived by five grandchildren, Mr. Joseph Howard Jolly, of San Diego, Calif; Mrs. R. C. Vaughn, and Mr. Palmer Jolly, of Atlanta; Doyal Jones, Jr., and Vincent Sanford Jones; two great-grandchildren, Ralph Vaughn, Jr., and Caroline Vaughn.
     Mrs. Jolly had been a member of the Baptist church since childhood and for a number of years had been a member of the Home Department of the Jackson Baptist Sunday school.
     She numbered her friends among the old and young alike and they all found a warm welcome in her heart and home.
     Funeral services were held from the home Thursday morning at 10 o'clock, with Rev. Thomas M. Callaway, of the First Baptist church, and Rev. A. Julian Warner, of the Thomaston Presbyterian church officiating. The pallbearers were Messrs. R. W. Watkins, B. K. Carmichael, J. C. Kimbell, Stewart Lee Maddox, Marion Thomas and V. H. Carmichael. Interment was in the family lot in the Jackson City cemetery.
     Beautiful flowers sent by loving friends banked the last resting place of this beloved woman.

Jolly, Emmie Dail Glass
Jackson Progress Argus 31 May 1951
Mrs. Jolly Died Tuesday in Atlanta
     Mrs. Emmie D. Jolly, former Butts county resident, died at her home in Atlanta Tuesday morning following a short illness. She was the widow of the late William Dickson Jolly who died in August 1945. Before her marriage she was Miss Emmie Glass, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Glass, pioneer residents of this county.
     Survivors include one son, Palmer Jolly of Atlanta; one grandson, Palmer Jolly Jr.; two sisters, Mrs. W. T. Crumbley of Griffin and Mrs. J. T. Sowell of McDonough; one brother, W. M. Glass of Conley.
     Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at 3 o'clock at the Jenkinsburg Baptist church with Rev. J. O. Dorriety officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.

Jolly, Howard Joseph
Jackson Progress Argus 07 Nov 1968
Rites Wednesday In Henry Co. For Howard J. Jolly
     Graveside services were held Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock at the Beersheba Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery in Henry County for Mr. Howard Joseph Jolly, 73, who died Monday night at Griffin-Spalding County Hospital following an extended illness.
     Mr. Jolly and his wife, Mrs. Lucile Akin Jolly, made their home on Scout Island, Route 2, Jackson, for many years.
     Born in Butts County September 25, 1895, Mr. Jolly was the son of the late Mr. Will D. Jolly and Mrs. Menia Ham Jolly, also of Butts County. A retired farmer, Mr. Jolly was a veteran of World War I and spent about 19 years in the United States Marine Corps. He was a member of the Jenkinsburg Baptist Church.
     Surviving Mr. Jolly are his wife, Mrs. Lucile Akin Jolly, Jackson; one sister, Mrs. Ralph Vaughn, Sr., of Hampton; one brother, H. Palmer Jolly, of Douglasville; an aunt, Mrs. W. H. Mallet of Jackson.
     Elder Elzie Speir Sr. and Elder Roy Speir officiated at the graveside services. Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.
     Pallbearers were Mike Allen, Frank Tingle, Harold Standard, Van Kersey, John L. Coleman, Frank Barnes.

Jolly, Jack
Jackson Progress Argus Sep 1979
Jack Jolly Was Buried Saturday
     Funeral services for Mr. Jack Jolly, 72, of Route one, Jenkinsburg, were held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home. The Rev. Eugene Maddox and Rev. Chuck McCrackin officiated and interment was in the Jenkinsburg cemetery under the direction of Sherrell Funeral Home.
     Mr. Jolly died Thursday morning at the Heritage Inn Nursing Home in Barnesville. Following a length illness.
     A native of Milstead, Mr. Jolly was the son of the late James Marion Jolly and the late Sara Owen Jolly, of Milstead. He was a member of the Methodist Church.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Annie Nolen Jolly, of Jenkinsburg; two sons, Wayne Lanier Jolly, of Jenkinsburg and Jack J. Jolly, of Alexandria, Va.; a daughter, Mrs. Sara Jolly Blankenship of Jenkinsburg;
     A grandson, Jamerson Wayne Blankenship, of Jenkinsburg; a brother John A. Jolly, of Riverdale; two sisters, Mrs. Frank Childs, of Jenkinsburg, and Mrs. C. W; Sikes of College Park; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Jack J. Jolly, Tommy Cherry, Lewis Cherry, Larry Nolan, Nolan Cherry, and Donnie K. Nolan.

Jolly, James
  Butts County Progress June 26, 1914
Mr. James Jolly Answers Last Call.
     The friends of Mr. James Jolly will regret to learn of his death which occurred at the Soldiers Home in Atlanta last Friday. The funeral was held Monday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock. The service was conducted by Dr. A. R. Holderby, chaplain of the Soldiers Home. Two other inmates of the Soldiers Home died at the same time as Mr. Jolly and the triple funeral was held Monday. Interment was in the Westview Cemetery.
     Mr. Jolly had reached the ripe age of eighty-four and had lived in Butts county all his life except the past few months. He was well read and took an active interest in state and county politics. He had no family of his own having never married. A good portion of his time he spent with his nieces and nephews, of whom he was particularly fond. He had many warm friends in Jackson and Butts county who were grieved to learn of his passing away. He is survived by one brother, Mr. Joseph Jolly of this city and two nieces and four nephews.
     Mr. Jolly was a Confederate veteran, belonging to Company D, Sixth Georgia Regiment, and was always enthusiastic in matters pertaining to the Lost Cause.
  
Jolly, James M.
Jackson Progress Argus 05 Jan 1961
James M. Jolly, Of College Park, Died Recently.
    Friends of Mr. and Mrs. Frank W. Childs of Jenkinsburg sympathize with them in the death of Mrs. Chlld's father, Mr. James M Jolly, 84, of College Park, which occurred December 23rd at his home. Although in declining health for several years, Mr. JoIly's death was unexpected.
    Born in Sand Mountain, AlabaMna, he was the son of Wilson F. Jolly and Mrs. Mattie Powell Jolly. He was a member of the East Point Methodist Church and many years ago served as a Steward, but had been inactive for sometime due to his health. He retired from farming about ten years ago. He was preceded in death by his wife on December 5th, 1956.
    Funeral services were held Monday, December 26th,. at Oliver Grove Baptist Church, College Park, with the Rev. Monroe Usurry, pastor, officiating. Donehoo Funeral Home was in charge.
    Survivors are three sons, J. O. Jolly, A. H. Jolly, and J. A. Jolly, all of College Park; three daughters, Mrs. J. W. Smith Jr., of Opelika, Ala.; Mrs. Frank W. Childs of Jenkinsburg; Mrs. C. W. Sikes of College Park; three sisters, Mrs. Luther Atherton, Mrs. Ode Melton, and Mrs. H. G. Hasty, all of Tallahassee, Ala.; 16 grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
     
Jolly, Jesse T.
Jackson Progress Argus, Sep 21 1917
Mr. Jesse T. Jolly Passed Away Sunday
     The death of Mr. Jesse T. Jolly occurred Sunday morning at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Jolly, on Indian Springs street. Though he had been in feeble health for nearly seven years, news of his death came as a shock to the family and the circle of friends who knew him best. Death was due to a complication of diseases.
     Born September 24, 1880, Mr. Jolly was 37 years ofage. He was a graduate of the old Jackson Institute in the class of 1895, and of Mercer University in the class of 1898. He had the distinction of being one of the youngest graduates ever turned out by Mercer. While at college, where he took high rank in all his studies, he was a member of the Phi Delta Debating society and the Sigma Nu fraternity.
     Following graduation he taught for several years at Blakely, Bainbridge, and other cities. Upon his admission to the bar he located in 1896 at Summerville, GA., where he became the law and business partner of Col,. John D. Taylor. During his residence at Summerville he was mayor of the town for two terms and was chairman of the board of county commissioners, the new Chatooga county courthouse being built during his administration.
     He was a member of the Jackson Baptist church, the Summerville lodge of Masons and was an Odd Fellow.
     Before his health became impaired, Mr. Jolly was a young man of unusual promise and had risen rapidly in his chosen profession of law, and the business world he had the qualities of mind and heart to make and hold friends. His polished manner, the grace and charm of his personality, his patience and tact, his ability and high character won him success in any line of endeavor to which he turned his attention.
     Many loyal and devoted friends over the state were saddened to learn of his passing. To the family who were resigned to his fate, the end came as a relief from a protracted period of suffering. During his long illness he had the care and attention of the best medical authorities in the South. Evry known school of medicine had been tried, and he returned home from Asheville, N. C., where he had spent the past two years, only on August 9. Throughout his sickness he bore his trials with patience and high resolve and with Christian fortitude.
     The untimely termination of a career that gave promise of such a high and brilliant future is one of the saddest features of Mr. Jolly's death.
     Mr. Jolly is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Jolly; one sister, Mrs. J. D. Jones, and one brother, Mr. W. D. Jolly.
     Short funeral services were held at the home Monday morning at 10 o'clock, being conducted by Dr. Robert VanDeventer, pastor of the First Baptist church. Mrs. W. E. Merck sang a solo, "What a Friend We Have in Jesus."
     The casket bearers were Messrs. H. O. Ball, H. L. Daugherty, D. G. McMichael, W. H. Maddox, Jr., J. A. Joyner, R. L. Carter.
     Interment was in the City Cemetery.

Jolly, Joseph
  The Jackson Progress-Argus April 19, 1918
Mr. Joseph Jolly Passed Away Saturday.
     In the death of Mr. Joseph Jolly Butts county has lost one of its sweetest, tenderest, bravest spirits. Ripe in years, rich in a well spent life, and satisfied with the honors his fellow citizens had bestowed upon him, he has been called to higher rewards.
     The death of Mr. Jolly occurred at his home in Jackson Saturday morning at about 1:30 o'clock and followed an illness of a single day. Friday he complained of not feeling well and did not go to his office. He kept up during the day, however, and retired early to try and get easy through sleep. Still feeling uncomfortable, a physician was summoned and he soon began to rest easier. Twice during the night a physician was called in. Until a few minutes before he expired his condition was not thought to be serious. Shortly after midnight he began to sink rapidly, and the end came a few minutes after one o'clock. The end was peaceful. God touched his eyelids and he slept.
     His death occurred on the seventy-eighth anniversary of his birthday. Until the end he retained possession of all of his faculties. During the week he had told friends that he would celebrate his seventy-eighth birthday, the 13th, which like President Wilson, he believed was a lucky number. He had been failing rapidly for several weeks, and during the recent severe cold winter had a serious illness and his family feared for his recovery. Recently he had been as well as usual and was at his office Thursday. The suddenness of his going added to the shock of a large number of friends over the county and state.
     Than Mr. Jolly no citizen of Butts county was better known or held in more universal esteem. He numbered his friends by his acquaintances. He had been identified with the public affairs of the county for such a long time that he was known to practically every citizen, white and colored. He had been Clerk of the Board of County Commissioners, with the exception of two years, ever since the board was created. He was formerly county treasurer for several terms and clerk of the superior court. Without wealth or strong family connections, such was the confidence of the people in his integrity and ability that he was rarely ever defeated for any office he sought.
     Mr. Jolly's family have been residents of Butts county for several generations. His grandfather was said to have been the first white settler in the county. His maternal grandfather, Richard Speake, fought in the Revolutionary War, his grave having been marked by the Daughters of the American Revolution several years ago. In the Civil War, as did two older brothers, he served the Confederate cause. He served as a member of Company I, Thirtieth Georgia Regiment, and lost an arm in the battle of Peachtree Creek, Atlanta. His grandson, Joseph Howard Jolly, is a member of the United States Marine Corps.
     Mr. Jolly's church connections extended over a period of many years. He was formerly a member of Macedonia Baptist church and served there as clerk for a long while. Upon moving to Jackson he joined the first Baptist church, and had been a faithful member and regular attendant. He was also a member of the Baptist Sunday School and enjoyed the unique distinction of not having missed a single service for seven or eight years. He is regarded as one of the strongest and most loyal members of the church, and never missed an opportunity, when his health would permit, to attend the morning service. At night he never attended meetings of any kind. The Baptist church never had a more loyal defender. In only two matters was he partisan- the Baptist church and the Democratic party. If the Baptist church were assailed he would be depended upon to home to its defense. He was an old time, old line Democrat, one of the school of Alexander H. Stephens whom he greatly admired. He established his interest in the church and in politics until the last.
     A man of broad and charitable views, Mr. Jolly held his opinions and gave to others the same right. In a quite, unpretentious way he extended help wherever he thought it was needed, and many schools, churches and individuals have known his generosity.
     Under conditions and handicaps that would have discouraged most men, he kept the faith and worked for what he deemed was right. Though seventy-eight years old, he kept young in spirit through the love of his fellow man, and especially through young people. He was a great admirer of children and almost every child in the community knew him by his name and had a word of greeting and cheer for him as he passed along the street.
     His character and integrity was above reproach. He was trusted by all who knew him, and was one of those rare individuals in whose hands ten millions or ten billions of dollars were as safe as in the strongbox of the national treasury. "An honest man is the work of God" is an appelation that describes his character. He was as tender as a child, as modest as a young girl, and no obscene joke or profane language was ever heard to escape his lips.
     He was temperate in his habits and speech. He worked and worshiped with equal regularity. To a remarkable degree he possessed the faculty of patience. Fortitude and courage marked his life. He never spoke of his troubles to others and unkind criticism he did not indulge in.
     The funeral services were from the home Sunday afternoon at three o'clock and were attended by a large number of friends. Delegations from the First Baptist church, the Baptist Sunday School, the Confederate Veterans, and county officers attended. The services were conducted by Dr. Robert VanDeventer, assisted by Rev. S. R. England of the Methodist church. Short talks on his life and character were made by Hon. J. Threatt Moore, representing the town and county; Mr. F. S. Etheridge, representing the First Baptist church, and Prof. W. P. Martin, representing the First Baptist Sunday School. Many tributes of flowers, which he so much loved were sent by friends and the First Baptist church, First Baptist Sunday School, Daughters of the American Revolution and Daughters of the Confederacy. The pallbearers were Messrs. J. T. Moore, J. C. Jones, and W. C. Hencely, representing the city of Jackson and the First Baptist church, and Messrs. J. O Gaston, Hugh Mallet and J. H. Ham, representing the county officers. The body was laid to rest in the Jackson Cemetery.
       The surviving relatives are his wife and companion for fifty-one years who was Miss Emma Williams Dickson before her marriage; one daughter, Mrs. J. T. Jones; one son, Mr. W. D. Jolly; four grandchildren, Joseph Howard Jolly, U.S. Marine Corps, Miss Mildred Jolly, of Atlanta Palmer Jolly and Joseph Doyal Jones who bears his name.

Jolly, Lucile Akin
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Feb 1978
Friday Rites Were Held For Mrs. Jolly
     Funeral services for Mrs. Lucile Akin Jolly, 77, of Jackson Lake, were held Friday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock at Haisten's Chapel, with Elder Elzie Speir officiating. Interment was in the Beersheba Primitive Baptist cemetery at Locust Grove under the 'direction of Haisten Funeral Home,
     Mrs. Jolly, the widow of the late Howard J. Jolly, died Thursday morning in a Barnesville nursing home, She suffered a broken hip in late 1977 and had spent the last several weeks in either a hospital or nursing home,
     The daughter of the late Doctors Benjamin F. Akin and Hattie T, Barron Akin, of Jenkinsburg and Jackson, she received her BA degree from Shorter College and her master's degree from Mercer University. For many years she was a school teacher in Georgia and North Carolina,
     Much of her adult life was devoted to work with the Parent-Teacher Association, she having spent 40 years in PTA activities beginning in 1936. During her career in PTA, she served as president of the Butts County Council, state treasurer, state secretary and publications chairman and in 1946 assumed editorship of the Georgia PT A Bulletin, a position she held for 30 years.
     She was recognized by PT A by being named Honorary Founder and was presented an Honorary Life Membership by the Georgia Congress of Parents and Teachers Association.
     She was a member of the Beersheba Primitive Baptist Church and of the Mimosa Garden Club,
     Survivors include an uncle. Roswell Akin. of Griffin; several nieces and nephews,
     Pallbearers were Ryland Smith. Harold Standard, Newt Etheredge, M. L. Powell, Lewis Freeman and Elgin Wells.
     Friends who wish may make contributions in Mrs. Jolly's memory to the Georgia Congress of Parents and Teachers Scholarship Fund, 114 Baker Street, N, E., Atlanta, Georgia, 30312.
     
Jolly, Sarah Elizabeth
Jackson Progress Argus 06 Dec 1956
Mrs. F. W. Childs' Mother Died In College Park
     Mrs. Sarah Elizabeth Jolly, 79, of Rt. 2, College Park, mother of Mrs. Frank W. Childs of Jenkinsburg, died Monday at her home.
     A native of Henry county, Mrs. Jolly had lived in College Park for (?) the former Miss (?) Owens.
     Funeral services were held Tuesday at 2 p. m. from the Oliver Grovel Baptist Church, with the Rev. Monroe Ussery officiating. Burial was in College Park.
     Mrs. Jolly is survived by her husband, James Marion Jolly; four sons, Jack Jolly, New Orleans; Wilson F. Jolly, Rex; John A. and Albert H. Jolly, College Park; three daughters, Mrs. F. W. Childs, Jenkinsburg; Mrs. J. W. Smith, Opelika, Ala., and Mrs. C. W. Sikes, College Park; three sisters, Mrs. Will Arnold and Mrs. Nan Harnmerman, both of Atlanta, and Mrs. Sue Osburn, Cartersville.

Jolly, W. D., Mrs.
  The Jacksonian May 10, 1907
     Funeral services were held over the remains of Mrs. W. D. Jolly, who died in Atlanta Sunday and was buried in Jackson Cemetery Monday, Rev. S. P. Wiggins conducted the services.
  
Jolly, William Dickson
  Jackson Progress Argus, August 16, 1945
W. D. Jolly, 76 Died August 9 in Birmingham
     William Dickson Jolly, resident of Jenkinsburg died in Birmingham, Ala., Thursday afternoon, August 9, after a few days illness. He became seriously ill July 30 and last week was removed to the home of his children, Mr. and Mrs. Palmer Jolly, in Birmingham.
     Born in Butts county March 9, 1869, he was the eldest child of the Joseph Jolly and Mrs. Emma Dickson Jolly, connected with pioneer families of this section. He grew to manhood in the Stark community where he was engaged in farming. The most of his life was spent in the county with the exception of several years in Atlanta and in Birmingham. He was a member of the Baptist church and in his more active years he took keen interest in political affairs. A friendly disposition and the ability to make freidns easily made him widely known among the residents of the county.
     Survivors include his wife, the former Miss Emmie Glass of Jenkinsburg; two sons, Howard Jolly of Jackson and Palmer Jolly of Birmingham; a daughter, Mrs. Ralph Vaughn of Atlanta; three grandchildren, Ralph Vaughn Jr. serving with Army engineers in Germany, Miss Carolyn Vaughn of Atlanta, and Palmer Jolly Jr. of Birmingham; a sister, Mrs. J. D. Jones of Jackson; two nephews, James Doyle Jones Jr., serving with the Navy on Okinawa, and Pfc. Vincent Jones, Air Corps, Warner Robins.
     Funeral services were held at the Jenkinsburg Baptist church Saturday afternoon at 3:30. Rev. Alex Shores, the pastor, assisted by Rev. B. N. McHan of the Methodist church, officiated. "What a Friend We Have in Jesus" was sung by Mrs. David Settle with Mrs. Avon Gaston as accompanist.
     The pallbearers were D. O. Woodward, T. R. Sims, Wilson Caston, Cecil Brooks, Marvin Farrar, and A. H. Rosser.
     Burial was in the family lot in the churchyard with arrangements in charge of Thornton Funeral Home.

Jolly, Wilson
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Nov 1958
Brother Mrs. Fran Childs Killed in Hunting Accident
    Wilson Jolly, 42, Route 2, brother. of Mrs. Frank Childs, Jenkinsburg, was fatally injured while hunting squirrels in Clayton county Sunday afternoon when his 22 caliber rifle accidentally is charged as he was climbing through a fence near his home. Hit in the right temple, Mr. Jolly expired enroute to Grady Hospital.
    A coroner's inquest ruled death an accident.
    Survivors include his wife; his father, J. M. Jolly of College Park; one daughter; one son; three brothers; three sisters, including Mrs. Childs.
    Funeral arrangements were in charge of Dickson Funeral Home at Jonesboro.
    Butts county friends of Mr. and Mrs. Childs extend sincere sympathy to them in their bereavement.

Jones, A. L.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus June 20, 1924
Two Killed In Auto Accident In Griffin.
A. L. Jones, Griffin, and G. M. Rambo, Thomaston, met death when car went in ditch. Two injured.
Griffin, Ga., June 17.
     L. Jones Dodge automobile dealer of this city, and G. M. Rambo, of Thomaston, were killed instantly tonight when their automobile ran into a ditch and turned over while trying to pass another machine near here.
     Perry Allen and I. B. Hancock of Thomaston, were injured and brought to the city hospital in Griffin, where it was stated tonight they were not hurt seriously and would be discharged in a few days.
     The accident happened on the main highway just above Griffin, within sight of the Central of Georgia Railway tracks. A train crew that saw the car turn over reported the accident to the railroad station and relief were sent out.
     The Jones car is said to have been running at a high rate of speed.
     All victims of the accident are married. Rambo is survived by his wife and two children, a boy and a girl.
     A. L. Jones, who was killed here in the automobile accident Tuesday night was well known in Jackson. He was agent for Dodge automobiles in this territory. He was a Shriner and prominent business man.
  
Jones, Addie Grace Freeman
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Aug 1967
Woman Killed Wednesday When Hit By Truck.
    A 73-year-old resident of the Jenkinsburg community, Mrs. Addie Grace Jones, was killed Wednesday morning when struck by a pick-up truck while crossing U. S. 23 north on a return trip from her mail box.
    Deputy Sheriff Lewis Weldon and State Trooper Stone investigated the accident which occurred about 10:20 near Jenkinsburg. According to Deputy Weldon, Mrs. Jones had crossed the street to the mail box and was in the act of recrossing to her home when she darted into the path of a southbound pick-up truck driven by James Samuel Tolleson, 55, of Route 2, Locust Grove. Mrs. Jones suffered multiple injuries including a fractured skull which a Jackson physician listed as cause of her death at Sylvan Grove Hospital. Mrs. Jones died about 15 minutes after being treated in the emergency room.
     Mrs. Jones was the former Miss Addie Grace Freeman of Fayette County and was the widow of William A. Jones.
     She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Rachael Ruark of Decatur and Mrs. A. J. Rhodes of Jenkinsburg; three sons, Roy C. Jones and James C. Jones, both of Newnan; and Hoyt M. Jones of Jenkinsburg. The body was carried to a Newnan funeral home with funeral arrangements to be announced later.

Jones, Annie Lou Thornton
Jackson Progress Argus 06 Jan 1966
Mrs. S. E. Jones Died Wednesday At Her Home
     Mrs. Annie Lou Thornton Jones, 81, of Route 2, Jackson, widely known resident of the Stark Community, died early Wednesday morning at her home on Hall's Bridge Road; after an illness of about five months. She was the widow of Mr. Stephen E. Jones, one of Butts County's best known and most successful farmers.
     A lifelong resident and native of Butts County, Mrs. Jones was the daughter of Mr. Robert Thornton and Mrs. Sara Moore Thornton. She was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church.
     Funeral services were incomplete at press time. Haisten Funeral Home will be in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Jones is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Leonard Gray and Mrs. Jack McLees, both of Jackson; one son, Bailey Jones of Jackson; two step-daughters, Mrs. J. F. Jenkins of Jackson and Mrs. C. W. Cunningham of Atlanta; one brother, D. M. Thornton of Jackson; 20 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren; several great, great grandchildren.

Jackson Progress Argus 13 Jan 1966
Mrs. Jones Was Buried Thursday
     Funeral services for Mrs. Annie Lou Thornton Jones, 81, of ,Route 2, Jackson, widow of Stephen E. Jones, who died Wednesday morning, January 5th; at her home were conducted Thursday afternoon, January 6th at three o'clock from the Jackson Methodist Church with the Rev. Bill Thomas, pastor of Macedonia Baptist Church, and Rev. Robert Thompson, pastor of the First Baptist Church of Jackson, officiating. Interment was in Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Leonard Gray and Mrs. Jack McLees, both of Jackson; one son, Bailey Jones of Jackson; two step-daughters, Mrs. J. F. Jenkins of Jackson and Mrs. C. W. Cunningham of Atlanta; one brother, D. M. Thornton of Jackson; 20 grandchildren, 35 great grandchildren; several great, great grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were Ed O'Neal, Ronald Pope, Ben Hill Dover, Stephen Jones, Bill Jones, and Steve Cunningham.

Jones, Augustus Roe
Jackson Progress Augus January 3, 1930
Mr. August Jones Summoned by Death
     Following an illness of only a few days during which he suffered from a complication of disease, Mr. Jones, age 82, died at his home in Pepperton Friday afternoon at 4 o'clock. Many friends throughout the county were pained to learn of his passing.
     Mr. Jones was born and reared in Butts county being a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Jones. He was regarded as a man of splendid character and was an industrious citizen and for several years had been employed at the Pepperton Mills. He was a member of the Pepperton Baptist church and of Jackson Council No 109, Junor Order United American Mechanies. He had many friends who testify of his sterling integrity.
     He is survived by his wife who before marriage was a Miss. Crim of Coweta county; three daughters, Mrs. Gussie Mae James, Mrs. Louis Smith and Miss Mary Kate Jones and a son, William L. Jones all of Butts county; five sisters, Mrs. Lucy Gunnel of Griffin; Mrs. Jerry Weldon and Mrs. J. M. Shepherd of Forsyth; Mrs. Sallie Smith of Orchard Hill and Mrs. H. Y. Coleman of Jackson; one brother, Mr. C. H. Jones of Jackson.
     Funeral services were held Sunday morning at the Pepperton church with Rev. Bain Britt of Griffin and Rev. A. A. Heath officiating. The Junior Order of had charge of the impressive funeral service at the grave and the pallbearers selected from members of that order were Messers C. E. Maddox, C. H. Bennett, W. J. Kelley, Sidney Price, W. J. Garrett and J. M. Maddox. Interment was in the Jackson city cemetery.
Jones, Azzeline (Tot)
Jackson Progress Argus 26 Apr 1989
     Azzeline (Tot) Jones, 68, of 351 Mallet St. Jackson, died Saturday at Sylvan Grove Hospital.
     The funeral was held Wednesday at 2 p.m. at Friendship Baptist Church with the Rev. V. Sims officiating. Burial was in Rosa Gardens Cemetery in McDonough.
     Mrs. Jones was born in Henry County, daughter of Johnny Barber and Rosa B. Moreland. She was a member of Friendship Baptist Church.
     Survivors include her husband, Willie James Jones; daughters, Marshi White of Jenkinsburg and LaRose Morgan of Jackson; stepson, Eddie James Berry of Jackson; eight sisters; one brother; four grandsons; three stepgrandchildren; One son-in-law; one stepdaughter-in-law; one sister-in-law; several nephews and nieces.
     Trimier - Jackson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Jones, Ben L., Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Mar 1978
Saturday Rites Were Held For Ben L. Jones
     Funeral services for Mr. Ben L. Jones, Sr., of 323 North Ninth St., Griffin, were held Saturday morning at 11 o'clock in McDonald Chapel with the Rev. W. M. Coe and the Rev. Jim Moore officiating. Interment was in the Beulah Baptist Church cemetery in Pike County.
     Mr. Jones was born in Girard, Ala., and had lived in Griffin for 40 years. He was a member of the West College Street Baptist Church and served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was a retired carpenter.
     Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Annie Mae Kelley Jones; two daughters, Mrs. Patsy Pritchard of Macon and Mrs. Louise Williams .of New Smyrna Beach, Fla.; three sons, Jack Ison Jones of Jackson and Ben L. Jones: Jr., and Wayne Jones, both of Griffin;
     Four sisters, Mrs. Lucille Valentine of Fort Worth, Texas, Mrs. Gladys Williams and Mrs. Nellie Phillips, both of Los Angeles, Calif., and Mrs. Annette McCard of Griffin; two brothers, Otis D. Jones and Grady Jones, both of Griffin; 17 grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.

Jones, Bobby
Jackson Progress Argus 12 Jan 1994
     Bobby Jones of Monroe County died Mon., Jan. 10, at the Monroe County Hospital.
     Funeral services were held Wed., Jan. 12, at the Liberty Baptist Church 'in Butts County with Rev. George Malcom officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery.
     Mr. Jones was born March 9, 1933 in Monroe County, son of the late Paul Thomas and Luella Turner Jones.
     He retired after 30 years from the fisheries division of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources.
     Survivors include wife, Mary Irene Goins Jones of High Falls; children, Larry Bobby Jones of High Falls, Barbara Dell Buice of Barnesville, Vickie Neely of Shiloh, Richard Gilbert of Forsyth and Janet Cannon of Griffin; brothers Lawrence Jones of Rover and Billy Jones of Shiloh; sisters Elenor English and Opal Hardy, both of Griffin; sister-in-law, Sara Jones of Barnesville; 10 grandchildren; one great grandson; and several nieces and nephews.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Jones, C. C., Colonel
  Middle Georgia Argus July 27, 1893
Col. C. C. Jones Dead
     Col. Charles Colcock Jones Jr. died of Bright's disease at midnight Tuesday night at his home "Montrose", Summerville, near Augusta. He was sixty-two years old, and the first and only president of the Confederate Survivors' Association and the survivors and soldiers will unite with the citizens in paying him tribute. Colonel Jones was one of the best known men in Georgia. He was a literature of the highest distinction, a brave Confederate soldier and an admirable citizen in every respect. His history of Georgia is of incomparable value to the state and to the historical literature of the time. He was at one time Mayor of Savannah, but since the war had lived at his beautiful home, "Montrose," on the Sand Hills, near Augusta.
  
Jones, Carroll
Jackson Progress Argus 30 Mar 1961
Brother Of Mrs. Harper Died In Elberton
    Funeral services for Carroll Jones, 65; of Elberton, brother of Mrs. Linton, Harper of Jackson, who died in the Talmadge Memorial Hospital were held Saturday.
    A native of Elbert County, Mr. Jones was a retired post office employee, a veteran of World War I. and a member of the Bethel Baptist Church.
    Survivors include his widow; one daughter, Mrs. Garland Hill of Elbert County; one son, Gaines Jones, Atlanta; two sisters, Mrs. Linton Harper, Jackson; Mrs. B. B. Paulk, Brunswick; three brothers, Frank Jones, Elberton; Jackson Jones, Spartanburg, S. C.; Alton A. Jones, Brunswick; six grandchildren.

Jones, Cecil Lyle
Jackson Progress Argus 25 Jan 1995
     Cecil Lyle Jones, 79, of 157 Pulliam Drive, Jackson, died Monday, January 23 at the Sylvan Grove Hospital.
     Services will be held Wednesday, January 25 from the Second Baptist Church. Rev. Eddy Jones will officiate, with interment in the Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mr. Jones was born September 28, 1915 in Butts County, son of the late Charles Herbert Jones and the late Mrs. Mattie Kate Knight Jones. He was employed in textiles most of his working life. He was a member of the Second Baptist Church and a member of the Adult Men's Sunday School Class.
     Survivors include sons, Kenneth Jones of Juliette and Perry Jones of Jackson; daughters, Joyce Beavers of Stockbridge, Jean McCune of Riverdale, Debra Jones of Jackson, Dianne Merston of McDonough, and Linda Peacock; brother, Elwood Jones of Jackson; sister-in-law, Mrs. Helen Jones of Jackson; 11 grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
     The Sherrell, Wilson, Mangham Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Jones, Charles Hubert
Jackson Progress-Argus 27 May 1937
C. H. Jones Killed When Cars Collide
Well Known Citizen Sustained Fatal Injuries En Route Home from the Pepperton Cotton Mills
     When the automobile in which he was returning home from the Pepperton Mills collided with another car occupied by John Emory Harper, Warren Scott and Kenneth Linkous, all members of the senior class of the Jackson High School, Charles H. Jones, 41 years of age, was instantly killed shortly after 10 o'clock Monday night on Route 16 in front of the home of Mrs. A. A. Lemon.
     His neck was broken and his chest crushed and he was pronounced dead when taken to the Howell Clinic for medical examination.
     Kenneth Linkous suffered a broken arm and the loss of one finger. He received treatment at a Macon hospital and later returned home.
     Harper and Scott escaped with minor injuries.
     Mr. Jones was going home from work, being employed on the second shift at the Pepperton Cotton Mills, and the students, who had attended the senior play, were coming toward Jackson from the home of Mr. Linkous, and later planned to visit Indian Springs.
     In attempting to pass the two cars sideswiped each other and the fenders and running boards were torn away. Neither car turned over and were some distance apart when neighbors and county policemen arrived on the scene. Both cars were badly wrecked. The Jones car was a 1929 Model A Ford, while the car occupied by the students, bearing a North Carolina tag, was a late model Chevrolet.
     Dust on the unpaved highway and the speed at which the cars were running might have been responsible for the accident. The students in the Harper car are said to have stated the Jones automobile was operating with only one light. This is denied by members of his family and others at the Pepperton Cotton Mills, who explained the car had both lights burning when it drove away from the mill yard.
     Cecil Jones, son of the man who was killed, swore out a warrant against John Emory Harper, charging involuntary manslaughter. He was taken into custody after graduation exercises Tuesday night by Sheriff G. T. Thurston, but was released on bond.
     Funeral services for Mr. Jones, member of the Paran Baptist church in Monroe county, were held at the Pepperton church Wednesday afternoon at 3 o'clock, with Rev. J. B Stodghill officiating. A large number of relatives and friends were present for a tribute to this wellknown citizen. Interment was in the Jackson cemetery.
     The pallbearers, all selected from the department where he was employed, were Marion Duke, Paul Reeves, Allen Evans. Clomer Lynch, Sam Lynch and Carl Gregg.
     Mr. Jones is survived by his wife, who before her marriage was Miss Mattie Kate Knight, of Coweta county; four children, Cecil, Charles Samuel, James Elward and Wendell Jones; four sisters, Mrs. Bud Sheppard, of Forsyth; Mrs. H. Y. Coleman, of Jackson; Mrs. G. L. Weldon, of Forsyth, and Mrs. J. C. Smith, of Milner.
     Charles Herbert Jones was born August 10, 1896, the son of William Junior Jones, of Monroe county, and Mary Ellen Mayo Jones, of Butts county. With the exception of a few years he had spent his entire life in Butts county and at the time of his death resided on the R. H. Henderson home place near Flovilla. In addition to operating a farm he worked at the Pepperton Cotton Mills.
     He was recognized as a hardworking, industrious citizen of upright character and integrity and was popular with a wide circle of friends.
     The unfortunate accident that claimed the life of a splendid young man and the injuring of others came as a profound shock throughout the community.

Jones, Charles Samuel (Bunk)
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Nov 1993
     Charles Samuel (Bunk) Jones of Jackson died Fri., Nov. 19, at Sylvan Grove Hospital.
     Funeral services were held Mon., Nov. 22, at Second Baptist Church in Jackson with Rev. Gene Sellers and Rev. A. L. Price officiating. Interment was in the Pepperton Cemetery.
     Mr. Jones was born Sept. 19, 1921 in Butts County, son of the late Charles Herbert and Mattie Kate Knight Jones. He was retired from the Georgia State Patrol and was a veteran of the U. S. Navy. Mr. Jones was a member of the Second Baptist Church.
     Survivors include wife Helen Smith Jones of Jackson; daughters Patricia Heflin of New Mexico, Cathy Gottlien of Marietta and Tori Meadows of Eatonton; sons Scotty Jones and Skip Jones, both of Jackson, Randy Jones of Milledgeville and Wes Jones of Camp Lejeune, N. C.; brothers Cecil Jones and Fames E. Jones, both of Jackson; and several nieces and nephews.
     Sherrell Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.
Jones, Charles Truman
  The Jackson Progress-Argus February 26, 1926
Mr. Charles Jones Stricken suddenly.
     The death of Mr. Charles Truman Jones, 20 years of age, occurred at his home in Pepperton Monday morning at 8 o'clock. He was seized with a fatal attack and lingered but a short time.
     Mr. Jones, who was a native of Monroe county, had been a resident of Pepperton for the past several months. He was an industrious young man and was highly regarded by his associates and employers.
     He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. R. Jones; one brother, LaFayette Jones and three sisters, Mrs. Robert James, Misses Maggie and Mary Kate Jones, all of Pepperton.
     Funeral services were conducted at the Pepperton church Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock by Rev. W. S. Adams, of the First Baptist church. Interment was in the Jackson city cemetery.
  
Jones, Cliff
Jackson Progress Argus Jun 27 1930
Bodies of 3 Men Found in Old Well
Five Suspects Held in Connection with Slaying. One of Dead Men Well Known Here
     Rockmart, Ga. June 20. Five men, four principals and one material witness were held today in the Rockmart well mystery case while authorities traced clues which they believe will show that the three slayings followed a poker game last Wednesday.
     Bill Hulsey and his two sons Fred and Ray and Tom Hicks were held as principals on suspicion and a man named McCulIum was held as a witness.
     Rockmart, Ga., June 20. The coroner's inquest into the slaying of three men whose bodies were found head-downward in an abandoned well near here yesterday, was postponed today until 2 p. m. with authorities admitting their information was too meager for an immediate hearing.
     Bodies of the three men, Cliff Jones, Lige Harper and Ernest McCullough, all about 30, were discovered in the well by Alonzo Sorrell, who said he was in that vicinity seeking bee-trees.
     John Dennis, who descended into the well and attached ropes to the bodies said the men were slain with pistols and that each had a bullet hole in the head. The face of Harper was badly mutilated Authorities immediately advanced the theory that the men were slain some distance from the well and taken there in a wagon. Bill Hulsey and his son, Fred, were arrested when it was learned they had burned the body of their wagon.
     Lige Harper, one of the men slain near Rockmart, was well known in Butts county. He is said to have formerly resided at Juliette and for and for some time was a citizen of Butts county. He formerly played with the Pepperton baseball team and many citizens here knew him personally and were shocked to hear of the brutal crime.

Jones, Daisy
  The Jackson Argus May 3, 1895
In Memoriam.
     On last Friday morning at eleven o'clock the spirit of Daisy Jones, one of the brightest, sweetest pupils of Jackson Institute passed away.
     The possibility of her death had not been thought of till a few hours before it came. It was therefore a severe shock to her family and friends.
     Daisy came at the beginning of the term from West Point, Ga., to enter school and be with her sister, Miss Jessie who is engaged in the music department of the Institute. She had endeared herself to her teachers and playfellows by her good conduct and good disposition.
     Few children have won so many friends in so brief a period, as Daisy. There were many sad hearts and tear stained cheeks in the Institute when the President made the sad announcement "Daisy is dead." School was suspended and the students marched in body to the Morrison House where they saw for the last time the beautiful face of their beloved playmate.
     On Saturday morning the grief stricken father, who had arrived only in time to see his darling cold in death, accompanied by his only surviving daughter, Miss Jessie and his sister Mrs. Mitchell of Atlanta, and President Blasingame, carried the remains to West Point where they were interned Sunday morning.
     On the sunny slope of the "Red old hills of Georgia" in a quiet "city of the dead rests all that is mortal of a mother's darling, no fever can flush the cheek again, no pain can rack the body of dear Daisy where form and spirit God was so good in lending to us for a brief season. Grieve not stricken ones that she is gone, but rather rejoice that she was here.
     She was God's own and He doeth with His whatsoever pleaseth Him.

Jones, Diane Collins
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Jun 1995
     Diane Collins Jones of Forest Park died Friday, June 23.
     Funeral services were held Sunday, June 25, at Church on the Rock in Jenkinsburg with Rev, John Garland and Rev. Eugene Maddox officiating. Interment was in Jenkinsburg City Cemetery.
     Mrs. Jones was born Aug. 27, 1951, daughter of Bill and Hazel Collins of Jenkinsburg,
     She graduated from Jackson High School in 1969 and was an active member of Church On the Rock.
     Survivors include husband, Tom Jones of Forest Park; son, Clint Jones, and daughter, Tessa Jones, both of Forest Park; parents; brothers, Paul Collins of Jenkinsburg and David Collins of Ft. Worth, TX; sister, Judy Winfrey of Lawton, OK; and several nieces and nephews.
     Sherrell, Wilson, Mangham Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Jones, Elsie Vivian
  The Jackson Progress-Argus May 4, 1928
Death Takes Infant Of M. E and Mrs. C. H. Jones.
     Mr. and Mrs. Jones have the sympathy of many friends in the death of their three-week-old daughter, Elsie Vivian who passed away Tuesday morning. The child, the only daughter in the family, developed pneumonia, following an illness of whooping cough. Besides her parents she is survived by three brothers, Cecil, Charles, and Elwood. Interment was in the Jacksonville cemetery
  
Jones, Emma Padgett
Jackson Progress-Argus 7 Feb 1936
Mrs. W. Champ Jones Died Early Tuesday
     The death of Mrs. W. Champ Jones, beloved resident of Monroe county, occurred at 6:30 Tuesday morning and came after an illness of several weeks. She sustained a broken hip in a fall several weeks ago and recently her condition had been a matter of concern to the family.
     The former Miss Elmira Padgett, of Stockbridge, she was the widow of the late Mr. Champ Jones. She was 69 years of age and had been married 54 years. Mrs. Jones was a member of New Fellowship church and was widely esteemed for her fine qualities of character.
     She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. R. H. Lassetter, Mrs. R. L. Lassetter, of Berner, and Mrs. J. E. Goddard, of Griffin; two sons, P. W. Jones, of Berner, and J. R. Jones, of Schiever, La.; one sister, Mrs. T. F. McCart, of Grayson, Ga.; three brothers, J. H. Padgett, of Gordon, Charles Padgett, Mt. Vernon and J, A. Padgett, Flovilla; ten grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
     Funeral services were held from the home Wednesday afternoon at 1 o'clock, with Rev. H. .A. King officiating. Interment was in the family lot in the churchyard. S. H. Thornton was in charge of funeral arrangements.

Jones, Esau
  Jackson Progress-Argus, June 20, 1946. Negro Man Found dead on Tracks Southern Railway.
     A Negro man, about 45 years old, listed as Esau Jones, was killed by a northbound Southern Railway train Saturday night. The body was discovered between the track and the depot in Jenkinsburg.
     An inquest was held and the verdict was that death was caused by an accident.
     Jones, survived by his wife, lived in the rear of the Mrs. T. E. Watkins farm. Sheriff Pope said that it was his information that Jones worked for a railroad. He was a native of Butts county, records show.

Jones, Eula
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Jul 1964
Mrs. Eula Jones Dies Monticello of Long Illness
  Friends of Mrs. J. D. Bankston sympathize with her in the death of her mother, Mrs. Eula Jones, 78, which occurred Friday, July 3, in Monticello. Mrs. Jones, a native of Hillsboro, lived with Mrs. Bankston for 19 years until three years ago when she moved to Monticello with another daughter, Mrs. Annie L. Allen. She had been ill for three years.
  Funeral services were conducted July 4 from the Union Hill Baptist Church in Hillsboro, with interment in the church cemetery.

Jones, Forestine Conwell "Tina"
Jackson Progress Argus 06 Oct 1993
     Forestine "Tina" Conwell Jones of Jenkinsburg died Thurs., Sept. 30, a t Spalding Regional Hospital.
     Funeral services were held Sun., Oct. 3, at Friendship Baptist Church with Rev. Virgil Sims officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mrs. Jones was born June 28, 1938 in Butts County, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. William Conwell.
     She was devoted to her job as a florist with Paces Flower Shop in Jackson.
     Survivors include husband Willie Jake Jones; son Charles Tanner; daughter Charlotte White; sister Lenora Howard, all of Jackson; brothers Joseph Conwell of Cinn., Oh. and Jessie Conwell of Atlanta; six grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
     Trimer Funeral Home in Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Jones, Forrest Lester
Jackson Progress Argus 5 May 1993
     Forrest Lester Jones of Monroe died Thurs., April 29, at the Walton Medical Center in Monroe.
     Funeral services were held in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home. Interment was in the Mount Vernon Baptist Church cemetery.
     Mr. Jones was born April 19, 1926 in Salt Lick, Ky, son of the late Jesse Jones and the late Cora Ellington Jones. He was a retired barber and a veteran of World War II.
     Survivors include wife Margaret Tubbs Jones; sons Glenn D. Jones of Stockbridge and Gregory L. Jones of Conyers; daughters Foresta Neace, Lana Timmerman, Sherri Neace, all of Jonesboro and Tammy Joy Payne of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.; brothers Winfred Jones and Hubert Jones of Salt Lick, Ky, Filmore Jones and E. H. Jones of Sterling, Ky. and Kim Jones of Suduth, Ky; sisters Nida J. Ingram of Salt Lick, Ky. and Lila D. Jones of Indiana; 16 grandchildren; three great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
     Sherrell Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Jones, Frances
Jackson Progress Argus 15 Apr 1992
     Mrs. Frances Jones, 77, of Atlanta died April 8 at Grady Hospital in Atlanta.
     Funeral services were Saturday, April 11, at Abe Trimier Memorial Chapel at.
Trimier Funeral Home in Jackson, with the Rev. A. F. Eusery officiating. Interment
was in Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mrs. Jones was born in Butts County, daughter of the late James and Caroline Jones.
     Survivors include her brother, Willie Jones; nephew, Eddie James Berry; nieces, Marsha White and LaRose Morgan, all of Jackson.
     Trimier Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
 
Jones, Frances M.
Jackson Progress Argus 10 Apr 1991
     Mrs. Frances M. Jones of McDonough died April 2.
     The funeral was held Thursday, April 4, at First Baptist Church in McDonough with Dr. James D. Bradshaw officiating. Burial was in Eastlawn Memorial Gardens.
     Survivors include her daughters, Mr. and Mrs. Bill (Sara) Pitts of McDonough, Mr. and Mrs. Dorman (Eadye) Craig of McDonough, Mr. an,d Mrs. Paul (Margaret) Nixon of Stockbridge; son, Mr. and Mrs. James Jones of Jackson; sisters, Alve Johnson of Monroe, Wash., Mrs. L. F. Jones of McIntyre, Mrs. Carson Jones of Leary; nine grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
     Rainer-Carmichael Inc. was in charge of arrangements.
     
Jones, Henry
Jackson Progress Argus 06 Mar 1958
Negro Man Is Found Dead Here Sunday Morning
    The death of a middle age Negro man, Henry Jones, who was found dead Sunday morning under unusual circumstances, was laid to acute alcoholism by a Butts county Coroner's jury Sunday, empaneled by Joel V. Crane, Butts Coroner.
    Jones, a pulpwood employee of Charles Barber, was found dead early Sunday morning, according to Deputy Sheriff Hugh Polk, at the home of Mattie Sweeley, Negress, atop Box Factory Hill. Evidence, Polk said, indicated that the deceased, heavily intoxicated, stopped by the woman's house and soon lay down across a bed. This was about 5 p. m. March 1, Polk revealed.
    Upon arising Sunday morning Jones was discovered to be dead and authorities were immediately summoned. A coroner's jury was drawn and an inquest held with Dr. R. L. Hammond the medical officer in charge.
    No marks of violence were discovered on the body and the jury found that the deceased died of acute alcoholism, with the distinct possibility that he had imbibed poisonous moonshine.
    Deputy Polk disclosed that Jones had been working in the county three or four years. It is believed that he was originally from Alabama, where it is reported, he has a sister.

Jones, Infant
Jackson Progress-Argus, Dec 7 1917
Death of Infant
     The friends of Mr. and Mrs. H. M. Jones sympathize with them in the death of their five-months-old child, which occurred Tuesday night. The funeral and interment was held at Towaliga church at 10 o'clock Thursday morning.

Jones, Infant
Jackson Progress-Argus, February 27, 1947.
Mr., Mrs. Doyle Jones Jr. Lose Infant Son.
     Friends of Mr. And Mrs Doyle Jones, Jr. sympathizes with them in the loss of their baby son

Jones, Ira Sylvester
Jackson Progress-Argus 9 Apr 1953
Ira Jones Died In Vidalia Home
     The death of Ira S. Jones, former resident of Butts county, occurred Tuesday at his home In Vidalia and came as the result of a long illness.
     Mr. Jones, who was a native of Rome, was a veteran of World War I. He lived in Jackson for several years and later moved to Vidalia.
     Funeral services will be held at the Jackson cemetery Thursday at 3 p. m. and burial will be in the family lot. Masons wilI have charge lof the graveside rites.
     Survivors are his wife, the former Miss Lucile Rivers of Jackson; a daughter, Mrs. Robert Cook, and two grandchildren, Cheryl and Mercer Cook, all of Jackson.

Jones, J. Doyle, Sr.
Jackson Progress-Argus, March 24, 1955
J, D. Jones Sr. Died Thursday Morning at Jackson Home
     J. Doyle Jones Sr., 71, editor and publisher of The Jackson Progress-Argus since 1908, died early Thursday morning, March 17, in his sleep at this home on Indian Springs Street, victim of a heart attack.
     A native of Bulloch county, Mr. Jones was born April 23, 1883 near Statesboro. He attended the local schools there and The University of Georgia, graduating in the class of 1906 with honors. In the fall of 1906 he taught in the Waycross public schools for one year, next accepting a reportorial position on the Savannah Morning News where he gained valuable newspaper experience under the editorship of the venerable William Sutlive.
     In 1908 Mr. Jones came to Jackson where he began a career of 47 years in the weekly field by purchasing the Butts County Progress. Later he bought the Jackson Progress, combing the two papers into one of the better papers in the state.
     In 1911 he married Miss Tallie Virginia Jolly, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Jolly, who survives.
     Mr. Jones was a charter member of the Jackson Kiwanis Club, serving as one of its first presidents and devoted unbounded energies through the towards helping establish it as one of the outstanding civic clubs in this section. He was an elder in the Jackson Presbyterian Church, teacher for many years of the Adult Class and liberal supporter of all church activities with time, talent and gifts.
     A Mason and a Shriner, he gave them a loyalty and love that was an inspiration to his fraternal brothers.
     In his younger days, he was active in the promotion of fairs and chautauquas in Butts county, helping obtain some of the best known speakers of the day to appear here. He served as manger of the Jackson Baseball team at the heyday of athletics in Jackson and scheduled the appearance of outstanding aggregations here on the old Fair Grounds.
     His service on boards, committees, directorships are too numerous to mention, as he interested himself in almost every worthwhile cause during his long tenure in his adopted town.
     Progressive in his ideals and in the editorship of his paper, he supported Butts county with a lavish hand and helped promote most of the projects which its citizens are enjoying today. Drawing particular interest were support of a county and home demonstration agent, an eternal fight for paved roads and highways in and through Butts county, promotion and development of Indian Springs State Park, and all improvements of utilities in Jackson.
     Though a friend of the prominent in circles over the state in every profession and field, he possessed friends among the masses, being democratic in action and thought.
     He has served as a member of the Jackson School Board, the Hawkes Library Board, the Butts County Welfare Board, as secretary of the Jackson Ice Corporation and for many years as secretary of the Butts County Democratic Executive Committee.
     As a tribute to the esteem in which he was held by his fellow businessmen, all business houses in Jackson closed during the time of the funeral service on Friday afternoon. The Rev. Wade H. Bell Jr., pastor of the Jackson and Fellowship Presbyterian Churches, conducted the service at 3 o'clock at the Jackson Presbyterian Church.
     Active pallbearers included Hiram and Robert Franklin, H. M. Moore, J. W. O'Neal, David Settle and Elwood Robison. Honorary pallbearers were the deacons and elders of the Jackson Presbyterian Church. Peacock & Ball Funeral Home were in charge of arrangements and interment was in the Jackson cemetery.
     Survivors are his wife; two sons, J. Doyle Jones Jr., editor of The Jackson Progress-Argus; Vincent Jones, associate editor of the Progress-Argus; one brother, Millard F. Jones, Metter; two grandsons, Barry and Alan Jones.
     
Jones, J. M., Mrs.
Jackson Progress Argus, July 19, 1945
Mrs. J. M. Jones Died Tuesday at Statesboro Home
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Jones and family sympathize with them in the death of Mr. Jones' sister, Mrs. J. M. Jones, which occurred early Tuesday at her home in Statesboro. In feeble health for several months, heart trouble was the immediate cause of death.
     Born and reared in Bulloch county, she had resided in Statesboro for several years, and was the widow of J. M. Jones who died in 1911. Mrs. Jones was a member of the Statesboro Baptist church. Through visits to Indian Springs Mrs. Jones was known to many people of the county.
     Survivors are three sons, J. C. Jones, Bartow, Fla.; H. P. Jones, Statesboro; Capt. Jesse M. Jones, US Navy, serving in the Pacific; a daughter, Mrs. E. H. Kennedy, Statesboro; four brothers, W. E. and M. F. Jones of Metter; L. I. Jones of Register and J. D. Jones of Jackson; several grandchildren.
     Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at 5:30 and burial was in East Side cemetery in Statesboro.

Jones, J. T.
The Jackson Progress-Argus April 19, 1929
Former Jackson Citizen Passes In Griffin Home
     The death of Mr. J. T. Jones, former resident of Pepperton, occurred at his home in Griffin Sunday morning. A native of Evansville, Ind., he moved here some 35 years ago and about 6 years ago removed to Griffin where he has since resided. Death was due to paralysis.
     Funeral services were held at Old Bethel church Monday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock, with Elder H. M. Vaughn officiating.
     He is survived by his wife, who was formerly Mrs. W. T. Bennett, of Butts county; two daughters, Mrs. Rufus Greer and Mrs. G. C. Vaughn, of Griffin; two step children, Mrs. W. A. Kelley and D. T. Bennett, of Griffin; two sisters, Mrs. B. D. Brewster, of Sunnyside, and Mrs. Lizzie Nelms, of Griffin.

Jones, J. W.
Jackson Progress-Argus 20 May 1937
Indian Springs Visitor Victim of Heart Attack
     Mr. J. W. Jones, 74, of St. Petersburg, Fla., a visitor at Indian Springs, died at the Hotel Elder Monday morning at 3 o'clock of a heart attack. Said to be a well known
business man of St. Petersburg, Mr. Jones had been coming to Indian Springs for several seasons. The body was taken Monday afternoon to St. Petersburg for funeral services.

Jones, Jackson C.
Jackson Progress Argus 01 Jun 1967
Brother of Mrs. Linton Harper Passes Monday
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. Linton A. Harper sympathize with them in the death Monday morning of Mrs. Harper's brother, Jackson C. Jones of Spartanburg, S. C.
     Funeral services for Mr. Jones were conducted Tuesday morning at 11 o'clock in Spartanburg with graveside services at four o'clock that afternoon at Bethel Baptist Church in Elbert County.
     Mr. Jones is survived by his wife; one daughter, Mrs. O. L. Busby of Elberton; two sisters, one of whom is Mrs. Linton Harper of Jackson; a brother; and four grandchildren.
     Attending funeral services from Jackson were Mr. and Mrs. Charles Harper and Mr. and Mrs. Linton A. Harper.

Jones, James B., Jr.
Jackson Progress Argus 02 May 1979
J.B. Jones Was Buried Friday
     Funeral services for Mr. James B. (Jimmy) Jones, Jr., 62, of 605 Shannon Drive N.E., Marietta, were held Friday at Campground United Methodist Church with the Rev. James W. Thurman, Jr. officiating. Interment was in Kennesaw Memorial Park, with full military honors, under the direction of Gantt Funeral Home, of Marietta.
     A brother of Mrs. Lucile Hutcheson, of Jackson, Mr. Jones was survived, in addition to his sister, by his wife, Mrs. Jean Givin Jones; children, Mr. and Mrs. James (Susie) Holcomb, Ms. Marilyn Jones, Marietta, Mr. and Mrs. Barton S. Jones, Spartanburg, S. C., Ms. Lisa B. Jones, Smyrna and five grandchildren.

Jones, James Hughlon
Jackson Progress Argus 10 Apr 1991
     Mr. James Hughlon Jones, 52, died Tuesday, April 2, of natural causes in Sylva, N.C.
     Funeral services were held Friday, April 5, in Duluth Chapel of Bill Head Funeral Home, with the Rev. Ronnie Powell officiating. Interment was in Warsaw Cemetery in Fulton County.
     Mr. Jones was a native of Forsyth County and formerly resided in Suwanee. He lived in Jackson for many years after coming here to manage Edsol Tire.
     Mr. Jones was a self employed, musician and U. S. Army veteran. He was a member of Shady Grove Baptist Church in Shakerag Community.
     Mr. Jones is-survived by his wife, Frances Jones of Sylva; mother, Lillie Mae Reed Jones of Suwanee; sisters, Runnell Byers and Reb Miolen of Suwanee; and several nieces and nephews.
     Bill Head Funeral Home in Duluth was in charge of arrangements.

Jones, Jeffrey Lamar (Jeff)
Jackson Progress Argus 8 Mar 1973
Jeff Jones Passes After long Illness
     Jeffrey (Jeff) Lamar Jones, 13, of Route 1, Jackson, died' Tuesday evening, February 27th, at Henrietta Egleston Hospital for Children in Atlanta after being a patient there for a week. He had been in ill health for a number of years.
     Jeff was born in Spalding County on September 12, 1959 and was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church.
     Funeral services were held Thursday morning at eleven o'clock from the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with Rev. R. W. Jenkins, pastor of Macedonia Baptist Church, and Rev. W.F. (Bill) Thomas, a former pastor, officiating. Interment was in Macedonia Baptist Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements .
     Survivors include his father and mother, Mr. J. A. Jones and Mrs. Nancy Abbott Jones, both of Jackson; three sisters, Misses Rhonda Jones, Winkles Jones and Kim Jones, all of Jackson; one brother, Jim Jones of Jackson; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. L. J. Brown of Jackson and Mrs. Marvin Jones of McDonough.
     Pallbearers were F. P. Holloway, Don Harris, Levie Maddox, Sid Strickland, Jackie Dunn, Gene Abbott.

Jones, Jesse Bailey
The Jackson Progress-Argus January 13, 1928
Death Of An Infant.
     Mr. and Mrs. Bailey Jones have the sympathy of their friends in the death of their infant which occurred January 6.

Jones, Joel T., Mrs.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus September 15, 1916
Mrs. J. T. Jones Passed Away Saturday Morning.
     Mrs. Joel T. Jones, aged 37 passed away at her home in Pepperton Saturday morning. She had been in failing health for some time and death was due to a complication of diseases.
     Mrs. Jones is survived by her husband, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. F. Brown, one sister, Mrs. Mattie Hinant.
     The funeral was held at Sandy Creek church Sunday morning, at 11 o'clock, and Rev. Mr. Radcliff conducted the services. Interment was in the cemetery at Sandy Creek

Jones, John Michael
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Mar 1982
     John Michael Jones, six-week-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Willie J. Jones of
Indian Springs, died unexpectedly at their residence early Tuesday morning.
Jackson Progress Argus 31 Mar 1982
     John Michael Jones, six-week-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Willie J. Jones of Indian Springs, died unexpectedly early Tuesday morning, March 23 at the family residence.
     In addition to his parents, survivors are one sister, Michelle Jones; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Hawley of Indian Springs and P. R. Jones of Reidsville; great-grandfather Allan Sindt of Carlstadt, N. J.; great-grandmother, Mrs. Margaret Hawley of Miami, Fla.
     Several aunts, uncles and cousins also survive.
     Graveside services were held Thursday at 11 a.m. at Sandy Creek cemetery with W. A. Cook officiating.
     Sherrell Funeral Home of Jackson made the arrangements.

Jones, John William
Jackson Progress-Argus 29 Mar 1935
Mr. John W. Jones is Stricken Suddenly
     Mr. John William Jones, 85 years of age, one of Jackson's best known citizens, died at his home on West Third street Monday at noon, *** not entirely well, the fatal attack came without warning and death resulted before medical assistance could be summoned. In the ***ling of this veteran and well known citizen, Jackson loses an honest and respected resident.
     Born in Jasper county in the Shady *** community, Mr. Jones had been a resident of Butts county for the forty-two years. He was a son the late Mr. and Mrs. Vinson Jones esteemed residents of Jasper county. He was born in September, 1950 and celebrated his 85th birthday last year.
     Since becoming a citizen of Jackson, Mr. Jones had followed his vocation of shoe maker and repairer and was a skilled artisan and had a patronage throughout this section, serving clients in several Middle Georgia counties. He retired from active business a few months ago. For the past six years he had made his home with Mr. and Ray O'Neal.
     Mr. Jones was a member of the Methodist church. He was unusually well read and informed on all current topics and was an interesting conversationalist. He always took time from his work for a chat with those who called to see him in his shop on North Mulberry street
     Mr. Jones married Miss Mamie Wilkerson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wilkerson, old residents of Jackson. She was prominent in the Daughters of the American Revolution, being a charter member of the William Mcintosh chapter. Their child, Paul, was accidently kill several years ago and this sorrow one from which they never recovered. Mrs. Jones death occurred in 1929.
     Surviving Mr. Jones is an only ***, Mr. William Nichols Jones, of Fitzgerald, and several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were held at the home Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, with Rev. R. P. Etheridge, pastor of the Methodist church, officiating. Pallbearers were A. C. Finley, J. B. Settle, J. R. Thurston, W. A. Smith, J. A. Leverett and L. H. Hurt. Interment was beside his wife in the Jackson cemetery.

Jones, Jonathan Wayne
Jackson Progress Argus 25 Jul 1975
Jones Infant Died Friday
     The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth W. Jones of Jonesboro, Jonathan Wayne Jones, 10 weeks old, died Friday, July 25, at Eggleston Hospital.
     Graveside services were held at Sherwood Gardens Cemetery in Jonesboro with Pope Dixon Funeral Home in charge of arrangements on Saturday, July 26th.
     In addition to his parents, other survivors include grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Cecil L. Jones of Jackson and Mrs. Lois Jordan of Covington.
     
Jones, Josephine Moore
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Jan 1955
Mrs. J. C. Jones Passes After Long Illness
     Mrs. Josephine Moore Jones, 86, widow of the late Jesse Carter Jones, died early Thursday night at her home on Indian Springs street. In feeble health for several years, she contracted pneumonia a few days preceding. her passing.
     Born in Butts county of pioneer parentage, she was a daughter of Mrs. Myrna Ivy Moore and William Moore of the Stark community. She spent a long life as a resident of the county and several years ago the family moved to Jackson where her late husband was active as a farmer, livestock dealer and City councilman. After the death of her husband, Mrs. Jones continued to reside on Indian Springs street where her home was known for its unbounded hospitality. She was a woman of remarkable energy and delighted in service to her family and friends. She was a member of the Methodist Church. To a large number of intimate friends she was the beloved Aunt Jody or Miss Jody.
     Survivors are four daughter, Mrs. W. H. Wilson, Mrs. J. E. Edwards and Mrs. Lucile J. Patrick, all of Jackson; Mrs. N. K. Wilson of Barnesville; one son, Van Jones of Jackson; a sister, Mrs. E. W. O'Neal Sr. of Jackson; seven grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
     Funeral services were held at the Jackson Methodist Church Saturday at 11 a. m. The Rev. P. M. Minter, pastor, officiated. Burial was in the family lot in the Jackson cemetery and Peacock & Ball Funeral Home had charge of arrangements.
     The pallbearers were the grandsons.

Jones, Lewis L. Sr., Rev.
Jackson Progress Argus 22 Jul 1976
Rev. Jones Dies Friday At Revival
     Funeral services for the Rev. Lewis L. Jones, Sr., 53, a counselor at Jackson High School for the past six years and pastor of the New Hope Baptist Church in Macon were held Tuesday afternoon from the Macon Church, with interment in the Jackson City Cemetery.
     Rev. Jones, a highly respected counselor at both Henderson and Jackson High Schools for the past nine years, died Friday, July 16th, of a heart attack while in Dawson, Georgia. Rev. Jones was conducting a revival and was found dead early Friday morning in the home of the minister where he was staying.
     Rev. Jones had been pastor of the New Hope Baptist Church in Macon since 1971. He had organized the Ida B. Walker Fellowship Club, the L. L. Jones Scholarship Club, the Senior Choir No.2, the Male Chorus, the Bible Study Class and the Young People's Ushers and Usherette Board.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Fannie Jones; two daughters, Mrs. Santilia Thomas and Miss Celestine Jones; three sons, Lewis Jones, Jarvis Jones and Gregory Jones, all of Jackson; one sister, Mrs. Amanda Walton of Thomaston.
     Trimier Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Jones, Lois Combs
  The Jackson Progress-Argus March 5, 1920
Former Jackson Woman Passes Away In Savannah.
     Friends of Mrs. Oswell Jones, of Savannah, formerly Miss Lois Combs of Jackson, will be grieved to learn of her death on Wednesday, of pneumonia following influenza. The family formerly resided here and have many warm friends. The funeral and interment took place Thursday afternoon in Macon. Mrs. Jones is survived by her husband, two small children, a girl and a boy, her mother, Mrs. W. F. Combs, three sisters, Mrs. Ethel Beaman, of St. Louis, Mrs. C. R. McCord, of Macon, Mrs. Berta Smith, of Columbus, two brothers, Millard Combs, of Atlanta and Walter Combs, of Macon.

Jones, Lola Hardee
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Nov 1972
Mrs. Jones, 91, Passes After Long Illness
     Mrs. Lola Hardee Jones, 91, of 226 Fay Street, Jackson, died at 5:30 o'clock Thursday morning at Sylvan Grove Hospital after being admitted there Wednesday. She had been in declining health for a number of years.
     Born in Lowndes County, March 28, 1881, she was daughter of the late Mr. William J. Hardee of Lowndes County and Mrs. Elizabeth Land Hardee of Sumter County.
     She was a member of Avondale Baptist Church near Warner Robins.
     Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. John M. Hutcheson of Jackson and Mrs. Dorothy J . Jones of Marietta; one son, James B. Jones of Marietta eight grandchildren; five great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were conducted Friday afternoon at three o'clock at the Avondale Baptist Church in Bibb County. Rev. John Gilmer and Rev. E. M. Clapp officiated with interment in Liberty Methodist Church Cemetery in Bibb County.
Grandsons served as pallbearers.

Jones, Lucy Ann Byars
  The Jackson Progress-Argus May 27, 1927
Mrs. Lucy Jones Is Summoned By Death
     The death of Mrs. Lucy Jones, aged 85, occurred Thursday night, May 19, at 10 o'clock and followed an illness of several week's duration. She had been in declining health for some time and her passing did not occasion surprise, though it brought sorrow to a wide circle of friends.
     Mrs. Jones was one of the most widely beloved woman in the county. A Miss Byars before marriage, she was the widow of Mr. Gus Jones, who was killed in the War Between the States. Left with the care of two small children, she lived to see them become leading citizens of the county. Mrs. Jones was a member of Paran church. She made her home with her sons, Messrs. S. E. Jones and J, C, Jones, and her death occurred at the home of Mr. Stephen Jones. She was one of the oldest residents of the county and was truly a daughter of the Old South.
     Besides her sons, Mr. S. E. Jones and Mr. J. C. Jones, both of Jackson, she is survived by a sister, Mrs. Robbie Thompson, of Unadilla, Ga. She is also survived by a number of grandchildren and several great-grandchildren.
     Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Augustus Ernest Saturday morning at 10 o'clock at the home of Mr. S. E. Jones. The body was laid to rest in the Jackson city cemetery.

Jones, Luther Murray
Jackson Progress Argus 10 Jan 1979
Friday Rites Were Held For Luther Jones
     Funeral services for Luther Murray Jones, 50, of Flovilla, were held Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Flovilla Baptist Church with Rev. Edgar Harris and Rev. A. L. Price officiating. Interment followed in the Flovilla City Cemetery with Sherrell Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     A native of Walton County, Mr. Jones was the son of the late Albert Henry Jones and Mrs. Myrtle Young Lawhorn. He died Wednesday morning in Emory University Hospital after a lengthy period of declining health.
     Prominent in the business and political affairs of his community, he was a former mayor, fire chief and councilman of the City of Flovilla.
     Mr. Jones operated Jones Garage and Grocery in Flovilla, was a member of the Flovilla Baptist Church, and Indian Springs Lodge No. 307, F.&A.M. Members of the Indian Springs Lodge were in charge of the graveside service.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Constance Bennett Jones; three sons, Thomas Albert Jones of Morrow, Murray Todd Jones and Talbot Keith Jones, both of Flovilla; mother, Mrs. Myrtle Lawhorn, Jenkinsburg, step-father, Henry Lawhorn; sister, Mrs. Myrna Warner, Morrow; two brothers, Frank Lawhorn and Wayne Lawhorn, of Jackson; grandmother, Mrs. Ella Young, of Jenkinsburg.
Jones, M. C., Mrs.
  Butts County Progress December 2, 1910
     Mrs. J. H. Land returned Sunday from Jeffersonville where she attended the funeral of Mrs. M. C. Jones, her mother. Mrs. Jones was the oldest woman in Twiggs county, being 88 years old.

Jones, Mamie Wilkerson
  The Jackson Progress-Argus July 12, 1929
Mrs. John W. Jones Is Taken By Death
     The death of Mrs. John W. Jones, one of Jackson's most prominent and widely beloved women, occurred at her home on West Third street Thursday morning. Death followed an illness of several days. The family have hosts of friends who regret to learn of her passing.
     Mrs. Jones, who was Miss Mamie Wilkinson, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Alex Wilkinson, pioneer and prominent residents of Jackson, was a member of the Methodist church, W.C.T.U, and a charter member of the William McIntosh chapter, D.A.R. She was a devoted church member and was universally esteemed.
     She is survived by her husband, Mr. John W. Jones, and other relatives.
     The funeral arrangements have not been announced.

  The Jackson Progress-Argus July 19, 1929
Mrs. Jones Funeral On Friday Afternoon
     Funeral services for Mrs. John W. Jones prominent and beloved Jackson woman, whose death occurred at her home on West Third street Thursday morning, July 11, was held from the Jackson Methodist church Friday afternoon at 3:30, Rev. Augustus Ernest, of Atlanta, former pastor of the Jackson Methodist church, conducted the services in the presence of a concourse of relatives and friends. The lovely floral offerings by relatives, friends and organizations attested the love and esteem in which she was held.
     The pallbearers were Messrs. John Thurston, Victor Carmichael, Joe Watkins, L. P. McKibben, Hugh Mallet and M. H. Edwards. The body was laid to rest in the family lot in the Jackson city cemetery.
     Mrs. Jones was 59 years of age, had been in declining health for several months and was critically ill for several days. Her death caused profound sorrow to a wide circle of friends here and elsewhere over the state. She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Alex Wilkerson, prominent residents of Jackson. Born in Louisiana, the family moved to Jackson when Mrs. Jones was a small child and she had resided here throughout her useful life.
     She was a member of the Methodist church and a regular attendant at services as long as her health would permit. She was active in all phases of religious activities and was a member of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union. As a charter member of the William McIntosh chapter Daughters of the American Revolution, and a former officer, she took an active interest in patriotic work. Her life was spent in unselfish in the home and community.
     She is survived by her husband, Mr. John W. Jones, well known Jackson citizen, who has the tender sympathy of a large circle of friends in his great sorrow. She is also survived by other relatives in Butts county, Georgia, Florida and Texas.

Jones, Margaret Byars
Jackson Progress Argus 10 Feb 1966
Jackson Woman Killed In Auto Mishap Tuesday
     Funeral services for Mrs. Charles S. Jones, 34, of Milledgeville, were held Friday morning at 11 o'clock at the First Baptist Church in Milledgeville. The Rev. H. P. McDonald and the Rev. Rogers Ryles officiated. Graveside services were held Friday afternoon at three o'clock at Pepperton Cemetery. Mrs. Jones' body lay in state for one hour at the Pepperton Baptist Church.
     Mrs. Jones, wife of a state trooper, and the former Miss Margaret Byars of Jackson, was killed late Tuesday night near Milledgeville when the car she was driving overturned on rainslick Georgia Highway 243. She was dead on arrival at Baldwin County Hospital. With her in the automobile were her husband, who sustained serious injuries, and her two sons, Randy and Scotty, both of whom were injured.
     Mrs. Jones was a native of Butts County, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence A. Byars of Pepperton. She was a member of the Pepperton Baptist Church and was a cashier at the A&P Store in Milledgeville at the time of her death.
     It was reported here that Mrs. Jones had gone to the State Patrol barracks near Milledgeville to pick up her husband and was on the way home when the tragic accident occurred about 11 o'clock Tuesday night.
     Mrs. Jones is survived by her husband, Charles S. Jones; two sons, Randy and Scotty, all of Milledgeville; parents, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence A. Byars Sr., of Jackson; three sisters, Mrs. Harold Smyley of Hastings, Fla.; Mrs. W. R. Wise and Miss Brenda Byars of Jackson; one brother, Clarence A. Byars Jr., all of Jackson.

Jones, Marian Carol
Jackson Progress Argus 18 Sep 1985
     Marian Carol Jones of 144 Pine Glenn Park, Griffin, died Friday night at Griffin-Spalding Hospital.
     Mrs. Jones is survived by two sons, Tommy Howell Jones and Edward Donnie Jones, both of Jackson; mother and stepfather,
     Mr. and Mrs. Luther Breed of Sharpesburg; brothers, Jimmy Banks of Hampton and Terry Banks of Riverdale; sister, Annette Nolen of Fayetteville.
     The funeral was held Monday at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Griffin with the Revs. Wendell Jones and Cecil Dix officiating. Burial was in Sherwood Memorial Park in Jonesboro.

Jones, Martha Mills
Jackson Progress Argus 27 Feb 1980
Jones Rites Held Tuesday
     Mrs. Martha Mills Jones, 73, of Route 2, Jackson, died late Sunday night at the Emory University Hospital in Atlanta following a brief illness.
     Mrs. Jones was the daughter of the late Andrew and Ora Kimbell Mills. She was a member of the Macedonia Baptist Church in Butts County.
     She is survived by her husband, Mr. J. Bailey Jones of Jackson; two daughters, Mrs. Russell Crumbley, Mrs. Ben Hill Dover, both of Jackson; two sons, Mr. Steve Jones of Peil City, Ala. and State Representative William B. Jones of Jackson;
     Four sisters, Mrs. Fred Echols, Mrs. Euell White, Mrs. Bob Deloach, all of Atlanta and Mrs. Leonard Sudderth of Decatur; one brother, Mr. Tom Mills of Jackson; 12 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were Tuesday at 3 o'clock at the Macedonia Baptist Church. Rev. Maxie Threatt, Rev. Edgar Welch and Rev. Bill Whitlatch officiated and interment was in the Macedonia cemetery.
     Pallbearers were Russ Crumbley, Auze Dover, Benny Dover, Jeffery Jones, Mike Jones, Harold Williamson, Andy Crumbley.

Jones, Mary E Mayo
  The Jackson Progress-Argus June 30, 1922
Mrs. W. J. Jones Is Claimed By Death.
     The death of Mrs. W. J. Jones, aged 62, occurred at her home a few miles from Jackson at 11:30 o'clock Sunday night. She had been ill for about ten days and while her condition was known to be serious her death came as a shock to the family and friends.
     Before her marriage Mrs. Jones was a Miss Mayo, of Monroe county. The family have resided in Butts county for a number of years and are well known here. The deceased was a member of Paran church and was highly esteemed by all who knew her.
     She is survived by her husband and two sons, Messrs. Gus and Charles Jones; five daughters, Mrs. Charlie Gunnels, of Butts county, Mrs. Hugh Coleman, Mrs. Bud Shephard, Mrs. Jesse Smith and Mrs. George Weldon of Monroe county. She is also survived by her mother and a number of grandchildren.
     The funeral services were held Tuesday morning at 11 o'clock at Paran church, Monroe county. Rev. T. B. Vaughn conducted the services and interment was in the church yard.

Jones, Mary Lee Saunders
Jackson Progress Argus 25 Mar 1954
Mrs. R. Van Jones Died Tuesday At Home in Stark
    Mrs. Mary Lee Jones, 52, wife of Robert Van Jones, died at 8:45 a. m. Tuesday at her home at Stark after a long illness.
    Funeral services were held Wednesday at 3 p. m. at Macedonia Baptist Church. The Rev. W. M. Blackwell of Griffin, a former pastor, the Rev. G. A. Briggs and the Rev. Edgar Welch officiated and burial was in the churchyard with Peacock & Ball Funeral Home in charge.
  The pallbearers were G. M. Saunders, D. P. Settle; H. M. Moore, John Roy Patrick, V. H. Ham and T. E. Robison Jr. Mrs. W. L. Martin Jr. and Mrs. J. W. O'Neal had charge of the music.
    Daughter of Mrs. Willie McKinley Saunders, who died many years ago, and the late George P. Saunders, leading farmer and businessman, Mrs. Jones was born June 8, 1901 and spent her entire life in the county. As a religious worker she was known throughout the Kimbell Association, and until ill health failed was president of the Woman's Missionary Society. In the Kimbell Association she was chairman of Home Missions and associational Sunday School superintendent until ill health forced her retirement. She taught the young women's class at Macedonia and was a member of the choir. She attended Baptist rallies in this area and found pleasure in advancing the cause of the church. Her life and work proved an inspiration to many who attest her unflagging zeal in all religious activities.
    She was a woman of sound business judgment and managed large farming interests with success and profit. She exerted a wholesome influence in her home and community and was widely admired for true nobility of character.
    Survivors are her husband and one son, Robert Lee Jones; three daughters, Mrs. E. M. McCord of Jackson; Mrs. Bailey Woodward of Jenkinsburg; Mrs. Dan Garzia Jr. of Sacramento, Calif.; one sister, Mrs. T. E. Robison Sr. and one brother, Ray Saunders, both of Jackson; four grandchildren, David and Robert Jones Woodward and Jo Anne Garzia.
 
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Jun 1954
Macedonia WMU Deplores Death Mrs. Mary L. Jones
     Early in the morning of March 23, 1954 death entered our midst and took from us our dearly beloved leader and co-worker.
     Through her persistent efforts and prayers we were able to organize the Business Women's Circle of Macedonia Woman's Missionary Union on January 21, 1951. She was a loyal and faithful leader. As long as she was able to attend, she was always there to meet us with a smile on her face and a prayer in her heart.
     If she failed to attend services, we knew she was providentially hindered. We, are made sad by her going, but her influence will live on with us who knew her well. Our loss is her gain.
     In January, 1954 the B .W. C. voted unanimously to name the circle "The Mary Lee Jones Business Women's Circle.
     Therefore, we the members of the Mary Lee Jones B. W. C. of Macedonia Baptist Church do hereby resolve:
     1. That we have lost our dearly beloved leader.
     2. That while our hearts are sad, we bow in humble submission to God knowing that He doeth all thing well.
     3. That we shall miss her, but the remembrance of her great love for her Lord and His work shall ever encourage us to greater zeal to do that which He would have us do.
     4. That we extend to her bereaved family our deepest sympathy.
     5. That a copy of these resolutions be placed on the minutes of the B. W. C. and a copy be sent the family and printed in The Jackson Progress-Argus.

Jones, Mattie Kate Knight
Jackson Progress-Argus Oct 10, 1940
Mrs. C. H. Jones Taken by Death
     The death of Mrs. Charle Jones occurred Wednesday morning at home in Pepperton. Mrs. Jones, who was 44 years old, was the wife of C. H. Jones, who died May, 1937. She had been in ill health a number of years, and her death was not unexpected.
     Before her marriage she was Miss Mattie Kate Knight of Coweta county but had lived in Butts county all her married life. She was a fine Christian woman and had many friends who were saddened at her passing.
     Funeral services were held Thursday afternoon at 3 o'clock EST, at Pepperton Baptist church with Rev. L. Minton officiating. Interment was in the Jackson cemetery.
     Mrs. Jones is survived by three sons, Messrs. Cecil, Charles and Edward Jones of Jackson; one brother, J. P. Knight, Brooks; thee sisters, Mrs. J. W. Brown, Jr., Milner, Mrs. W. F. Bevil, Vaughn, and Mrs. Vesta Rivers, Experiment.

Jones, Maude Harmon
Jackson Progress Argus 26 Apr 1973
Mrs. Jones Passes After Long Illness
     Mrs. Maude Harmon Jones, 88, of Route 2, Jackson, widely known resident of Butts County, died early Thursday morning, April 19th, at the Westbury Medical Care Home in Jenkinsburg where she had resided since March 7th of this year. Mrs. Jones death followed a period of declining health.
     Born May 17, 1884 in Butts County, she was the daughter of the late Mr. Newton Joseph Harmon and Mrs. Leila Bankston Harmon, both of Butts County. She was the widow of Mr. Walter Jones and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Jackson.
     Funeral services were conducted Friday afternoon at three o'clock from the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with Rev. Donald Folsom, pastor of the First Baptist Church, and Rev. R. W. Jenkins, pastor of Macedonia Baptist Church, officiating. Interment was in Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Jones is survived by two grandchildren, Jackie Grant and Miss Anne Grant, both of Jackson; five sisters, Mrs. Hope McClure of Jackson, Mrs. Nan Downing, Mrs. Emily Owen and Mrs. J. R. Linton, all of Atlanta, Mrs. John H. Vickers of Charlotte, N. C.; two brothers, James G. Harmon of Savannah and N. J. Harmon of Atlanta.
     Pallbearers were Willis McClure, J. C. McClure, Steve Jones, Bill Jones, Russell Crumbley and Russ Crumbley.

Jones, Millard Daniel, M-Sgt.
Jackson Progress Argus 21 Mar 1979
Sgt. Jones Was Buried Thursday
     Funeral services for master sergeant Millard Daniel Jones (ret. U.S. Army), 60, of Route one, Jackson, were held Thursday afternoon at 2 o'cclock in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home. The Rev. Phil DeMore officiated and interment was in the Jackson city cemetery.
     M-Sgt. Jones died Tuesday at the VA Hospital in Decatur. He was a native of Crestview, Fla. but had made his home in Butts County for several years.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Mozelle Maddox Jones, of Jackson; two sons, Millard Jones and Terry Jones, both of Conyers; four grandchildren; three brothers, William H. Jones and Donald Jones, both of Pensacola, Fla., and Edwin Jones, of Crestview, Fla.; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Ronny Jones, Donny Jones, Murray Jones, Stanley Maddox, Neil Earnhart and Hugh Maddox.
     Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Jones, Millard F.
Jackson Progress Argus 07 Apr 1955
Brother J. D. Jones Passes in Metter
     Millard F. Jones, 78, of Metter, brother of the late J. D. Jones Sr. of Jackson, was found dead on his farm near Metter Sunday, a victim of drowning after having fallen into his farm pond while walking across the dam.
     Son of William Thomas Jones and Susan Dekle Jones, he was the last of 16 children, 13 of whom lived to adulthood. He survived by 16 days the death of his brother, and attended funeral services in Jackson for Mr. Jones on March 18.
     Enfeebled by age and suffering from a hip injury that made walking difficult, it is surmised that Mr. Jones tripped and felt into the lake while walking a lone over his extensive farm lands in Candler county. Missed by members of his family, a search was begun and he was found in the edge of the lake. A doctor attributed his death to drowning.
     Funeral services were held at Rosemary Primitive Baptist Church at three o'clock Tuesday afternoon, April 5.
     
Jones, Minnie Clara Mangham
Jackson Progress-Argus, June 20, 1946.
Mrs. H. H. Jones, Former Resident, Claimed by Death.
     Mrs. Minnie Mangham Jones, wide of Henry H. Jones, died June 13 at her home in Lamar county of a heart attack. She was 67 years old and was born in Butts county. She was a daughter of the late Willis Mangham and Nancy Thaxton Mangham. Mrs. Jones was a member of Liberty Baptist church in Butts county.
     Survivors include three sons, Felton Jones of Griffin, Paul Jones of Lamar county and George Jones of Brooks; three daughters, Mrs. Emmett Gunnels, Mrs. Troy Cato and Mrs. Riley Jones of Griffin; three brothers, J. R. Mangham of Zebulon, Wiley Mangham and William Mangham of Jackson; two sisters, Mrs. W. F. Bearden of Monticello and Mrs. Ann Cornwell of Jackson; several grandchildren.
     Funeral services were held at Liberty church Friday afternoon at 4 o'clock with Rev. John Rawls officiating. Burial was in the churchyard with Haisten's Funeral Home in charge.

Jones, Myrtice Elizabeth Crim
Jackson Progress Argus 14 May 1966
Mrs. Jones, 81, Buried Monday At Jackson Rites
     Mrs. Myrtice Elizabeth Crim Jones, 81, of Route 2 Jackson widow of the late Mr. Augustus Jones, died at Sylvan Grove Hospital late Saturday afternoon.
     A native of Coweta County, Mrs. Jones was the daughter of Mr. Uria Ransum Crim and Mrs. Lucy Knight Crim. She had lived for a long number of years in Pepperton where she was a member of the Pepperton Baptist Church.
     Funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock from the Pepperton Baptist Church. The Rev. James Brown, pastor, and Rev. S. H. Odom officiated.
     Interment was in Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Jones is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Maggie Belle Smith of Jackson, Mrs. Mary Dunn of Jackson; one son, W. L. Jones of Jackson; 11 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; one great, great grandchild.
     Pallbearers were Marion Parker, Morris Cook, Wallace Smarr, Julian Duke, Carl Waits, Steve Harper.

Jones, Norma Taylor
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Nov 1994
     Norma Jones of Jackson died Monday, Nov. 14, at Rockdale Hospital.
     Funeral services were held Thursday, Nov. 17, in the Rockdale Chapel of Horis A. Ward Inc. with Dr. B. V. Franklin officiating. Interment was in the Orgetta Cemetery in Murphy, NC.
     Mrs. Jones was born Dec. 10, 1939 in Murphy, NC. She was employed as a bookkeeper for Southeastern Egg and Poultry.
     Survivors include husband, Roy Thaxton Jones; mother, Mrs. Rollin Taylor of Murphy, N.C.; sisters, Bobbie Swartz of Germany, and Ruth Chastain and June Dillard, both of Blue Ridge; brothers, Kermit Taylor of Klamath Falls, OR, R. L. Taylor of Murphy, NC, Oakland Taylor of Klamath Falls, OR and Thomas Taylor of Gastonia, NC; and several nieces and nephews.
     Horis A. Ward Inc. of Conyers was in charge of arrangements.

Jones, Ophelia
  Middle Georgia Argus April 27, 1882
     Miss Ophelia Jones, of Tennessee died at the residence of Dr. Bryans last night. She had been on a trip to Florida in company with her sister and stopped at the spring for a few days visit to Miss Bryans, whose acquaintance she formed while Miss B. was attending school in Tennessee. She was the victim of the fatal disease consumption.

Jones, Patricia Florence
Jackson Progress Argus 30 Sep 1992
     Patricia Florence Jones died S a t , Sept 26, 1992 in Monticello.
     Funeral services were held Monday in the chapel of Herschel McDaniel Funeral Home in Fairbum. Interment was in the Westview Cemetery in Atlanta. Mrs. Jones was bom June 1,1926 and was a homemaker.
     Survivors include husband Thomas Jones, Monticello; daughters Diane Jones, Monticello and Gail Deptula, Summerville, S. C ; son Tom Jones, Jackson; sister Margaret McDonald, California; four grandchildren; and nieces.
     Herschel McDaniel Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
 
Jones, Paul
  The Jackson Argus April 12, 1901
Everybody Mourns The Sad Accident That Caused the Death of Paul Jones.
     Our entire community was inexpressibly shocked, Wednesday afternoon, when it became known that the 12 year old son of Mr. John W. Jones had been killed by the accidental discharge of a gun. The news spread like wild fire and cast a gloom over the whole city of Jackson. There has never before such a tidal wave of intense grief and tender sympathy swept over our people, so generally submerging every one of every degree. Truly, the death of Paul Jones, aged twelve years, who was accidentally shot and killed by Lamar Etheridge's gun, was one of the saddest deaths that ever occurred in Jackson. Paul and Lamar were very close friends. They loved each other dearly, and were often together during each day. The accident by which Paul was killed is thus described by Lamar Etheridge, the only one present at the time. On their was from school, Wednesday, Paul invited Lamar to go flower hunting with him and asked him to carry his gun. As Mrs. Etheridge was out calling, and could not stop him, Lamar carried his gun. He carried only two loaded shells with him. Paul asked that he might carry the gun and cartridges, to which Lamar willingly consented. Paul stopped on the veranda of C. R. Gresham's home, on Third street, to talk to Florence and Felicia Morrison, and it was there that the shooting happened. In the meantime, Lamar went off to invite other friends to go with them, and while he was gone Paul loaded the gun, unknown to Lamar, and stood it up on the veranda, leaning it against the house. After he returned they were playing and some way the gun went off and killed Paul almost instantly, the charge striking him in the back. Lamar is so stricken by the blow that he is not exactly clear as to how the accident happened, but thinks he either kicked or knocked the gun down and that the fall caused the discharge. He has been almost frantic since.
The Dead Boy
       Paul was the only child of John W. and Mamie Jones, and was something over twelve years old. At an early age he started to school under Miss Mary Goodall, deceased. He has studied and toiled until he was one of the leaders of the sixth grade. His sunny and happy disposition had made him a great many friends of both sex, here and elsewhere. He was always an obedient child to his parents and teachers, a regular attendant of the Methodist Sunday school. He was also a faithful member of the Juvenile Missionary Society. Every one that knew him speaks well of him, as he was exceeding kind and polite. If he had a task to do he always did it willingly and cheerfully, and had a joyous sunny disposition that was the light and joy of his father and mother.
The Funeral
       The funeral services were conducted at the Methodist church, Thursday at 2 p.m. by Rev. R. B. O. England, his pastor. The first lesson was taken from part of 4th and 5th chapters of 2nd Cor.; the second lesson ____ 2nd Samuel, 12:15-23. Mr. England paid a very touching tribute to the character and worth of the dead boy, and stressed the fact that although Paul could not come back to earth, his relatives and friends could so live as to go to him.
     Drs. W. A. Nelson and W. C. Humphreys offered very touching prayers, in which they evoked God's blessing on each of the families.
     The flowers given by his classmates, teachers and friends were very handsome and were a fair token of their high respect for Paul. The pall bearers were Messrs. Jack Demsey, Keith Ball, John Morgan, Roy Daughtry, Olin Barfield and Homer Carmichael.
     The entire community joins in tendering the parents of both unhappy boys its heartfelt sympathy. May He who can alone temper the wind to _____ shorn lamb, console and comfort them.

  The Jackson Argus May 10, 1901
Resolutions of Respect.
     Paul Jones was born Oct. 27, 1888, and departed this life on April 10, 1901, being 12 years 6 months and 10 days old. He was the only child of Mr. and Mrs. John Jones. His earthly pilgrimage was short, but a brief period did he remain in the home to brighten and bless the family life, and in the circle of youthful comradeship to join in happy sport, and give promise of a useful future, though sufficiently long to accomplish the task assigned to him for this early period, and truly it may be said, he was true to his mission, and now has gone to his reward in heaven, therefore;
Resolved, 1. That the Juvenile Missionary Society of Jackson Methodist church, has lost one of its most faithful workers and prompt attendants. Paul was ever ready to take some part in the work of the Society, and gave promise of developing into a useful worker in the largest sphere of Missionary operations when he should have reached manhood's estate.
2/ That we will reverently bow in humble submission to the will of our Heavenly Father, in this to us, very sad dispension, and will ever cherish the memory of our dear friend and comrade, and endeavor so to live that we may meet him by and by where parting will be no more.
3/ That we extend to the bereaved ones our sincere sympathy, and will pray God's blessings upon them in the time of their deep sorrow.
4/ That these resolutions be spread upon the minutes of this society, and that a copy be sent to the family of the deceased.
Viola Slaughter, Annie Lou McCord, Mignon Lunquest. Committee.

Jones, Paul
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Mar 1970
Jackson Driver Hits and Kills Conyers Man
     One of the 11 traffic fatalities in Georgia over the weekend was Paul Jones, 43, of Conyers, who was killed when struck by a car as he walked along a city street Friday night, the Police Department of Conyers reported.
     The car that struck Jones was driven by Mickey Lynn Webb, 19, of Rt. 4, Jackson, who was reportedly visiting relatives in Conyers at the time of the mishap. Investigation into the accident exonerated Mr. Webb of any negligence.

Jones, Paul Thomas
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Jan 1963
Thomas Jones Dies at Milner
     Funeral services for Mr. Paul Thomas Jones, 63, of Route 1, Milner, who died at his home, were conducted Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Liberty Baptist Church with the Rev. G. E. Finleyson officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery.
     Mr. Jones was a retired farmer. He is survived by his father, Henry H. Jones; five sons, Lawrence E. Jones of Griffin, Jesse Jones of Forsyth, Marcus Jones of Atlanta, Bobby Jones of Jackson and Billy Jones of the U. S. Army, stationed in Maryland; two daughters, Mrs. Opal Duncan of Griffin, Mrs. Eleanor English of Atlanta; two brothers, George Jones of Brooks and Felton Jones of Zettella; three sisters, Mrs. Gladys Jones of Experiment, Mrs. Troy Cato and Mrs. Emmett Gunnells, both of Griffin.

Jones, Queenie Louella Turner
Jackson Progress-Argus 19 Apr 1935
Mrs. Paul Jones Was Victim of Long Illness
     The death of Mrs. Paul Jones,. 35 years of age, occurred Sunday afternoon at her home near Blount in Monroe county. Death came after an illness of several months.
     Mrs. Jones was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Turner, of Jackson, was born and reared in Butts county. She was a member of Elgin church and had a wide circle of friends who are sorry to know of her death.
     She is survived by her husband and seven children; her parents, Mr. and Mr. W. D. Turner, of Jackson; one brother, Mr. Arthur Turner, of Jackson; three sisters, Mrs. Jim Thurston, of Atlanta; Mrs. Susie Weldon, of Corbin, Ky., and Miss Sallie Mae Turner, of Atlanta.
     Funeral services were held at Liberty church Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock with Rev. P. P. Moseley officiating and interment was in the churchyard.

Jones, R. E.
Jackson Progress-Argus 5 Aug 1937
Body Of Drowned Man Found At Lake
R. E. Jones, Missing for Three Days, Lost Life While Attempting to Swim Across Power Co. Lake
     The body of a white man, identified as R. E. Jones, automobile salesman of Monticello, was found in the Georgia Power Company lake near the Carl Flock camp early Tuesday morning.
     He had been missing since Sunday and drowned while attempting to swim the lake from the Butts to the Jasper side, it was stated.
     The body came to the surface and was discovered by Mr. Flock when he went to the water front early on Tuesday. The find was reported to Sheriff Thurston. The body was brought to the Thornton funeral home and Coroner J. M., D. Bond held an inquest. The jury returned the following verdict.
     We, the jury, find that R. E Jones came to his death by accidental drowning. This 3rd day of August, 1937. R. V. Jones, foreman."
     Investigation brought out at the inquest showed that Jones in company with a Mr. Sanders went to the fishing camp Sunday night. Both, reports disclosed, were drinking. Sanders raised some disturbance and Officer R. V. Jones hit him over the head with his pistol when Sanders advanced on the officer with a drawn knife. While this scuffle was taking place Jones ran from the scene and that was the last time he was seen alive. His clothes were found on the edge of the lake.
     The drowned man was said to have been employed by the Tucker Motor Company in Monticello for a period of ten or fifteen years. He was connected with a family well known in Jasper county and is survived by a sister.
     There was no evidence of foil play, no wounds or bruises, Coroner Bond said. When the body was taken from the water a purse containing $2.97 was found in the shirt.
     The body was taken to Monticello for funeral and interment.

Jones, Randolph D.
Jackson Progress-Argus Mar 4, 1940
Dr. R. D Jones Taken by Death
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Jones extend sympathy in the death of the former's brother, Dr. R. D. Jones, which occurred March 28 at his home near Reidsville. The following notice appeared in the daily press:
     Reidsville, Ga., March 29. Dr. Randolph D. Jones, 63, a resident of Tattnall county for forty years, and a practicing physician of prominence, died at his country home in the Elza community last night about 11 o'clock of a heart attack.
     Dr. Jones moved to Tattnall county from Bulloch county and had been active in all matters of a public nature since taking up his residence here. He resided in the Elza community where he was a large land owner, his farming interests being only secondary to his medical practice.
     Dr. Jones is survived by his widow, six daughters, Mrs. A. F. Southwell and Mrs. W. E. Strickland, of Reidsville; Mrs. Herman Simmons, of Waycross; Mrs. J. F. Thompson, of Brunswick; Mrs. Olliff Everett, of Statesboro; Mrs. A. B. Spence, Jr., of Glynn Isle Beach; two sons, W. D. and Roy Jones, of Reidsville; four brothers, W. E. and M. F. Jones, of Metter; L. I. Jones, of Register, and Doyle Jones, of Jackson; one sister, Mrs. J. M. Jones, of Statesboro.
     Funeral services will be conducted Saturday morning at 11 o'clock from the home with Elder Carl Anderson of Statesboro officiating. Burial will be in the cemetery at Cedar .Grove Methodist church.
      
Jones, Rhonda Elaine
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Jun 1992
     Mrs. Rhonda Elaine Jones, 36, of Route 2, in the Stark Community of Jackson died Wednesday moming at Sylvan Grove Hospital in Jackson following an illness of several months.
     Funeral services were conducted Thursday, May 28, in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson, with the Revs. Gene Sellers and Rodney Autry officiating. Burial was in the Macedonia Baptist Church cemetery.
     Mrs. Jones was formerly employed as a clerk for Jones Brothers Grocery in Stark and was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church.
     Survivors include her husband, Leslie Maddox of Jackson; parents, Nancy Abbott Jones and James A. (Bubba) Jones, both of Jackson; sisters, Kimberly Jones of Chatsworth and Winky Jones of Jackson; brother, James Arthur Jones of Jackson; grandmother, Ethel Brown of Jackson.
     Haisten Funeral Home, in Jackson was in charge of arrangements.
 
Jones, Robert
Jackson Progress Argus 12 Aug 1937
Death of Small Child
     Friends sympathize with Mrs. C. H. Jones in the death of her son, Robert, which occurred Wednesday morning at 7:40 at her home near Flovilla. In addition to her mother, the child is survived by three brothers, Charles and Elwood. Funeral services were held at the graveside in Jackson cemetery Thursday morning, with Rev. L. L. Minton officiating.
Jones, Robert Cleveland
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Jun 1992
     Robert Cleveland (Bobby) Jones, 60, of Jackson died Thursday, June 11.
     Funeral services were held Saturday at the Macedonia Baptist Church with Dr. Rodney Autry and Rev. Maxie Threatt officiatlng. Interment was in the Westview Cemetery in Atlanta with all military honors.
     Mr. Jones was retired from the U. S. Air Force as a M/Sgt. and had been employed as an aircraft mechanic for Delta Air Lines for the past 19 years.
     He was a member of the Macedonia Baptist Church where he served as a deacon, Sunday school superintendent and teacher. He was a member of St. John's Lodge #40, F&AM in Jackson.
     Survivors include wife Mary Ann Bolton Jones of Jackson; sons Robert C. Jones Jr of Warner Robins and Todd Jones of Jackson; daughters Patricia Farrish of Jackson and Brenda Ross of Ansbuch, Germany; five grandchildren; mother Frances N. Jones of Decatur; mother-in-law Mable Bolton of Jackson; sister Edna Cruselle of Decatur; and several nieces and nephews.
     Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
 

Jones, Robert Van
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Aug 1970
R. Van Jones as Buried At Macedonia
     Mr. Robert Van Jones, 70, died early Friday morning at Sylvan Grove Hospital from the result of an injury sustained June 17th.
     On that date, Mr. Jones, night clerk and security guard at the Red Carpet Inn near McDonough on 1-75, was critically wounded by a pistol shot through the abdomen in a robbery attempt by a Negro man. Emergency surgery at an Atlanta hospital saved his
life but Mr. Jones never fully recovered from the wound with complications arising later that hastened his death.
     Born November 18, 1899 in Butts County, Mr. Jones was the son of the late Mr. Jesse C. Jones and Mrs. Josephine Moore Jones, both of Butts County and both members of widely known families. Mr. Jones resided at 141 Cherry Street, Barnesville, and during his many years spent in Butts County was a successful farmer of the Stark Community. He was a member of the Stark United Methodist Church.
     Funeral services were conducted Saturday afternoon at three o'clock in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson with Rev. Don Gray, pastor of the Jackson United Methodist Church, and Rev. Francis Ford, pastor of the Jenkinsburg charge, officiating. Interment was in Macedonia Baptist Cemetery.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Edna Haywood Jones of Barnesville; three daughters, Mrs. E. M. McCord and Mrs. Bailey Woodward, both of Jackson, and Mrs. Ruth Garzia of Atlanta; a son, Robert L. Jones of Atlanta; two sisters, Mrs. Joseph E. Edwards of Jackson and Mrs. Kelley Wilson of Barnesville; five grandchildren, several nieces and nephews,
     Pallbearers were Cecil Johnson, William Huff, James Shiver, Bailey Jones, W. L. Martin and George Saunders.

Jones, Robert William
Jackson Progress Argus 07 Aug 1985
     Robert William Jones, 64, of Route 2, Monticello Road, Jackson, died July 31 at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Atlanta following an illness, of several weeks.
     Mr. Jones was born in Dekalb County, son of the late Allen Sanford Jones and Ida Belle Pilgrim Jones. He was a carpenter by trade, a veteran of the US. Army having served in World War II, and a member of the Baptist Church.
     Survivors include his wife, Joyce Farmer Jones; sons, Mike and Joseph Jones, both of Jackson, Robert W. and Eddie Jones, both of West Blackmon, Ala., Donnie Jones of Birmingham, Ala., and Michael Allen Jones of Germany; stepson,
Daniel H. Jones of San Diego, Calif; daughters, Jennifer and Tracy Jones, both of Jackson; stepdaughter, Patricia Ann Start of Fairburn; brothers, Raymond S. Jones of Conyers, A. E. Jones of Monticello, and Belvie H. Jones of Covington; sisters, Elizabeth Summers of Stockbridge, Marie Roper of Conyers, Rachel Raines of Oxford, and Joyce Stephens of Conyers; five grandchildren; two step grandchildren. Nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins also survive.
     The funeral was held Friday at 1 p.m. in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with the Rev. Larry Henderson officiating. Burial was in East Lawn Memorial Park in Henry County.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Jones, Ruby Leverette
Jackson Progress Argus 07 Oct 1976
Rites Sunday At Sandy Creek For Mrs. Jones
     Mrs. Ruby Leverette Jones, 69, of 591 Grant Street, S. E., Atlanta, died Friday evening, October 1, in an Atlanta hospital shortly after being admitted. A native of Butts County, she had lived in Atlanta for a number of year.
     Mrs. Jones was the daughter of the late Mr. Otis Eugene Leverette and the late Mrs. Telorah Lee Edwards Leverette.
     Graveside service were held Sunday afternoon at 4:30 o'clock from the Sandy Creek Cemetery with Rev. David Beville, pastor of the Jackson Presbyterian Church, officiating. Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Jones is survived by her husband, Mr. George Jones; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Leslie Leverette, Billy Leverette, Andrew Leverette, Marvin Edwards, Leslie Hamlin, and Charles Elliott.

Jones, Samantha
  Butts County Progress February 28, 1913
Aged Lady Dies After A Lingering Illness.
     Mrs. Samantha Jones, of near High Falls, passed away at her home last Friday morning. She had been ill for some time and death was due to paralysis. The deceased was in her 84th year.
     Mrs. Jones is survived by two daughters, Miss Minnie Lee Jones, with whom she made her home, and a daughter in Alabama. The funeral was held Saturday morning at 11 o'clock, Rev. T. H. Vaughn conducting the services.

Jones, Sara Ellen Weaver
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Aug 1986
      Graveside services for Sara Ellen Weaver Jones, 46, of Scaly Mountain, N.C., were
held Friday at 2 p.m. in the Jackson city cemetery. Mrs. Jones died Wednesday, Aug. 6, at her home.
     A native of Covington, she was manager of the data processing department for the Sangamo-Weston Co. in Pickens, S.C. She was a member of the Episcopal Church in Highlands, N.C. Mrs. Jones held a master's degree in mathematics from the University of Georgia where she was a member of the Phi Mu sorority and Phi Beta Kappa.
     Survivors include her husband, Vincent Barrett (Barry) Jones of Scaly Mountain; mother, Mrs. John Bob Weaver of Covington; sister, Mary Lane. Martin of Atlanta; one niece and one nephew; mother and father-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Vincent Jones of Jackson. The Rev. Mack Tribble of the Jackson United Methodist Church and the Rev. Paul Hanna of the Covington United Methodist Church officiated.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Jones, Shirley Jeanette Hunter
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Jun 1980
Mrs. Jones Was Buried Saturday
     Funeral services for Mrs. Shirley Jeanette Jones of 12102 Emery Ave., Cleveland, Ohio were held Saturday, June 7th, at 3 o'clock from the Zion Baptist Church in Jackson. Rev. W. C. James officiated and interment was in the Jackson City cemetery.
     Mrs. Jones died June 1st at the Fairview General Hospital in Cleveland. She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Charlie G. Hunter, Sr.
     She is survived by her husband Mr. Clarence Jones, son, Mr. Chris A. Hunter of Jackson; two brothers, Mr. Charlie Hunter, Jr. of Jackson and Command Sergeant Major Hubert P. Hunter of Fort Polk, La., several nieces and nephews.
     Berry Trimier and Lewis Sims of Jackson were in charge of arrangements.

Jones, Stephen Elexander
Jackson Progress-Argus, August 5, 1948.
Stephen Jones Taken by Death.
     Stephen E. Jones, 86 years of age, one of the county's best farmers, died at noon Friday at his home near Jackson. Death resulted after a period of ill health extending over several months and was due to the infirmities of age.
     Burn in Butts county September 23, 1862, the son of Augustus Jones, Confederate soldier killed in battle, and Mrs. Lucy Byars Jones, he was connected with families long active in the county's affairs. He spent his entire life as a farmer and in his more active years was recognized as one of the most successful planters in the county. A member of Macedonia church, he was a brother of the late Jesse C. Jones.
     Survivors are his wife, the former Miss Annie Lou Thornton, and six children, Mrs. J. F. Jenkins, Corbin, Ky.; Mrs. C. W. Cunningham now residing at Jackson; Walter J. Jones of Jackson; Mrs. S. L. Gray, Mrs. Jack McLees and J. Bailey Jones, all of Jackson. He is survived by 18 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
     Funeral services were held at Macedonia church Saturday at 3 p.m. and Rev. G. A. Briggs of the Jackson Baptist church and Rev. R. G. Hartman, pastor, officiated. Burial was in the Jackson cemetery. Thornton Funeral Home directed plans.
     Active pallbearers were Robert Thornton, walker Thornton, Lewis Grant, Steve Cunningham, Ben Hill Dover, Clarence Byars. The honorary pallbearers were A. C. Finley, G. D. Head, J. L. Bailey, Hall Turner, E. Z. Carter, and G. D. Pope.

Jones, Stephen Fielder
Jackson Progress-Argus 15 June 1939
S. Fielder Jones Passes In Macon
     Funeral services for Mr. Stephen Fielder Jones, former Jackson resident, who died early Friday morning in a Macon hospital, following an operation for appendicitis, were held at the Jackson Methodist church Saturday afternoon at 4 o'clock. Rev. A. E. Barton, pastor of the church, conducted the rites and paid tribute to the life and character of this widely known young man.
     Friends, relatives and organizations showed their esteem by many floral offerings. Pallbearers, all from the insurance company with which the deceased was connected, were T. E. Yates, J. A. Leverett, F. M. Rumble, Charles Maynard, S. B. Kinard, Jr. and J. E. Bryant.
     Burial was in the family lot in the Jackson cemetery, with Thornton Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Jones, born October 24, 1901, was a son of Mrs. Josephine Moore Jones and the late Mr. Jesse Cleveland Jones, prominent Butts county residents. He attended the Jackson public schools and resided here until a few years ago when he moved to Macon to reside. About eleven years ago he moved to Macon and had since been affiliated with the Industrial Life and Health Insurance Company.
     As an employee of that company Mr. Jones was trusted with important responsibilities and was held in high esteem by the organization. Officials of the company paid high tribute to his faithful and loyal service.
     Through occasional visits here Mr. Jones kept in touch with his home county and was esteemed by a wide circle of friends, all of whom were distressed to know of his death.
     Surviving relatives include his wife, the former Miss Mae Stroud, of Jeffersonville; his mother, Mrs. J. C. Jones; one brother, R. Van Jones, and four sisters, Mrs. W, H. Wilson, Mrs. Joseph E. Edwards and Mrs. Lucile Patrick, all of Jackson, and Mrs. Kelly Wilson, of Barnesville.

Jones, Susan Verdie Nelms
Jackson Progress-Argus, July 16, 1953
Mrs. Verdie Jones Claimed by Death
     Mrs. Susan Verdie Jones, 69, died in the Griffin-Spalding Hospital Sunday afternoon as the result of a long illness.
     Born in Monroe county September 22, 1884, she was the daughter of the late John W. Nelms and Elizabeth Pritchett Nelms. The family resided in Jackson for several years. Mrs. Jones was a member of the Methodist Church and took an active interest in community affairs. She was a woman of great industry and found satisfaction in service to others. She was the widow of William F. Jones.
     Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Alton H, Coleman Sr. of Jackson; grandsons, Alton Coleman Jr., cadet at the United States Military Academy, West Point, N. Y., and Alfred L. Coleman, student at North Georgia College, Dahlonega; a half brother, John W,. Nelms of Guntersville, Ala.
     Funeral services were held at the chapel of Peacock & Ball Tuesday at 4 p.m. Rev. P. M. Minter, pastor of the Jackson Methodist Church, officiated. Burial was in the Jackson cemetery under the direction of Peacock & Ball Funeral Home.
     Pallbearers were John L. Coleman, T. B. Tarpley, Victor Born, E. A. Godsey, J. M. Kitchens, L. A. Brooks Jr.

Jones, T. C.
  Butts County Progress November 25, 1910
Tragic Death Of Young Man In Railway Accident
     The death of Mr. T. C. Jones, of East Mont, Va., who has been employed at the big dam for the past two years, occurred Thursday morning following his injury in jumping from a train on the Bibb Short Line, Wednesday night. Young Jones was riding on a truck loaded with steel rails and when one of the standards broke and the rails began to fall he jumped in the opposite direction. In falling he struck a pile of rocks and sustained injuries that resulted in his death the following morning.
     Mr. Jones held a responsible position with Lane Brothers Co. His death came as a severe shock to all who knew him. The remains were shipped to East Mont, Va., Thursday night for funeral and interment.

Jones, Tallie Virginia Jolly
Jackson Progress Argus 25 Jul 1968
Mrs. J . D. Jones Buried Monday At Jackson Rites
     Mrs. J. D. Jones Sr., 84, widely known civic, cultural and religious leader, died Saturday afternoon, July 20th, at 5:45 o'clock at Bolingreen Medical Care Nursing Home near Macon. Mrs. J ones had been a patient there since September 29, 1967 after suffering a fall July 1st, 1967 in which she fractured her right hip and shoulder, She became critically ill Thursday night.
     Born and reared in Jackson, Mrs. Jones was the former Miss Tallie Virginia Jolly, daughter of Joseph J. Jolly, a Confederate veteran who lost an arm in the Battle of Atlanta and former Clerk of Court of Butts County, and Mrs. Emma Dickson Jolly, a native of Hancock County.
     Mrs. Jones embarked on a writing career early in life, served as correspondent for the Macon Telegraph from 1907 until 1953 when her writing career was interrupted by a serious stroke. She also served for a long number of years as correspondent for the Atlanta newspapers.
     In 1911 she married James Doyle Jones Sr., the then owner of the Jackson Progress and became actively identified with the editorial staff of the paper, serving as society editor and columnist. Two of her columns, "Scrapings From Hard Scrabble," in which she used the pen name Susie Stuckey, and "Madam Roamer," were widely quoted in newspapers and magazines throughout the country, particularly in Georgia and the Southeast. These columns were terminated by her illness in 1953. However, she continued to assist with the publication of the Progress Argus until the death of her husband in March 1955 after 47 years ediiting and publishing the local paper.
     Extremely active in civic affairs, Mrs. Jones was the organizing regent of the William McIntosh Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, and was honored by that organization at an anniversary party a short time before her injury of July 1967. She was a member of the Jackson Woman's Club, the UDC, and the Jackson Presbyterian Church. Members of the DAR were seated together to form an honorary escort at the funeral of their first regent.
     Funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon at three o'clock from the Jackson Presbyterian Church with the Rev. David R. Black, pastor, officiating. Burial was in the family plot at Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Jones is survived by two sons, Doyle Jones Jr., present editor and publisher of the Jackson Progress-Argus, and Vincent S. Jones, technical assistance officer for the Economic Development Administration, Huntsville, Alabama and Jackson; two grandsons, Vincent Barrett Jones of Athens and Alan Dickson Jones of Jackson; a niece, Mrs. R. C. Vaughn Sr. of Hampton; two nephews, Howard J. Jolly of Jackson and H. Palmer Jolly Sr. of Douglasville.
     Pallbearers were Maurice Carmichael, Rogers Starr Sr., Lovett Fletcher, Richard W. Watkins Jr., H. M. Moore, W. Otis Ball, Jimmy Cornell, and Col. Wendell B. McCoy Sr.

Jones, Thomas Eli
Jackson Progress-Argus, July 22, 1948.
Thomas E. Jones Called by Death.
     The death of Thomas Eli Jones, 89 years of age, occurred July 3 at Land's Crossing after an illness of several months. Funeral services were held at Sandy Creek church, of which he was a member, July 4, and Elzie Speir officiated.
     Born in Henry county August 16, 1859, Mr. Jones had resided in Butts county several years and during an active career was engaged in farming and as a textile worker.
     Survivors are his wife, the former Miss Millie Lawson and two step-children.

Jones, Tom, Dr.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus February 26, 1926
     Mr. and Mrs. N. F. Land and Adelaide and Mrs. Charles Kimbell spent last Thursday in Jeffersonville to attend the funeral of Dr. Tom Jones, who was a brother of the late Mrs. J. H. Land, he surviving her by only one month.

Jones, Tom Wesley
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Apr 1073
Tom W. Jones, 15, Died On April 12th
     Tom Wesley Jones, 15, of Route 3, Jackson died Thursday morning, April 12th, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Atlanta.
     The youth was born in Spalding County and had lived in Lamar County his entire life. He was a student at Mary Persons High School in Forsyth.
     Funeral services were conducted Saturday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock in McDonald Chapel with Rev. Ernest Pruitt and Rev. William Weaver officiating. Interment was in Griffin Memorial Gardens with McDonald Chapel in charge of arrangements .
     Survivors include his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Jones of Jackson; three sisters, Mrs. Evelyn Genet Cannon, Miss Barbara Dale Jones and Miss Vickie Arleen Jones; two brothers, Richard A. Gilbert and Larry Bobby Jones; grandmother, Mrs. Mary H. Daniel of Griffin.

Jones, Troy Kelley
Jackson Progress-Argus Mar 4, 1940
Mrs. C. H. Jones, Former Resident. Taken by Death
     Relatives here were advised Tuesday of the death of Mrs. C. H. Jones at her home in Soperton. The former Miss Troy Kelley of Butts county, she had resided in Soperton for thirty years.
     She is survived by a sister, Mrs. John Pipkin, of Jacksonville, Fla. The late Mrs. W. P. Preston, Flovilla, was a sister.
     Funeral services were held in Soperton Wednesday afternoon and William G. Preston, Butts county school superintendent, a nephew was among those from here who attended the rites.

Jones, Valerie Christine Little
Jackson Progress Argus 02 May 1974
Jones Infant Died Sunday
     Little Valerie Christine Jones, day-old infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Homer Thomas Jones of Stark, died Sunday morning.
     In addition to her parents she is survived by her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. William Thomas Collins of Jenkinsburg and Mr. and Mrs. Homer Jones of Benoit, Miss.; and great-grandfather, George B. Collins of Locust Grove.
     Funeral services were conducted Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock from the graveside in Jenkinsburg cemetery. Rev Eugene Maddox officiated. The Pittman Rawls Funeral Home of Griffin was in charge of plans.

Jones, W. Guy
Jackson Progress Argus 01 May 1952
W. Guy Jones Taken By Death
     W. Guy Jones, native of Atlanta and former principal of the Towaliga Consolidated School, died at his home in Jacksonville, Fla., Thursday, April 24. He had been in feeble health more than a year and had retired from active business.
Funeral services were held in Jacksonville Saturday.
     Mr. Jones married the former Miss Georgie Lou Gibson of Forsyth. He made his home in Florida and for several years and was state manager for the Dictaphone Company. He was a member of the First Baptist Church, the Civitan Club and the Gideons in Jacksonville.
     He was the son of Mrs. J. Lafayette Jones and the late Mr. Jones. In addition to his wife and mother he is survived by three brothers, Charles W. Jones, McComb, Miss.; Thomas H. and Frank B. Jones, both of Atlanta, and a sister, Miss Mary L. Jones of Atlanta.
     Mr. Jones had many friends in this section who regret to know of his death.

Jones, Weldon, Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Mar 1977
Carey Jones Died Saturday In Atlanta
     Funeral services for Carey Weldon Jones, Sr., 67, of 1510 Ethridge Mill Road, in Griffin were held Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock at the. Mt. Gilead Baptist Church. The Rev. Gene Turkett and the Rev. Clifford Chandler officiated and interment was in the church cemetery, under the direction of Haisten Funeral Home.
     Mr. Jones died early Saturday at an Atlanta hospital where he had been a patient for the past month. A native of Lamar County, he was the retired owner and operator of Jones Sausage Company.
     He was a member of the board of deacons of the Mt. Gilead Baptist Church and a member of the Woodmen of the World.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Mary Madge Johnson Jones; three sons, Carey W. Jones, Jr., of Forest Park; Wilbur Morris (Buddy) Jones, and Johnny Martin Jones, both of Griffin; a brother, M. E. (Pete) Jones, of Griffin; three sisters, Mrs. Frank Ridgeway, of Jackson; Mrs. Nellie Caldwell and Mrs. Velma Mitchell, both of Griffin; 13 grandchildren and one great grandchild.

Jones, William Champion
Jackson Progress-Argus 20 Apr 1934
Mr. Champion Jones Summoned by Death
     The death of Mr. William Champion Jones, 83, well known resident of Monroe county of the Berner community, occurred Tuesday. Death followed a long illness. Mr. Jones had suffered two or three strokes of paralysis and recently his condition had been critical. He was one of the best known citizens of this section of the state. Born in South Carolina, Mr. Jones moved from Newton county to Berner forty years ago.
     He was a successful farmer and was held in high esteem by a host of friends who are pained to know of his death. He was a member of the New Fellowship church.
     Mr. Jones, who transacted much of his business in Butts county, was well known to the citizens here. He is survived by his wife, the former Miss Elvina Padgett , of McDonough; 3 daughters, Mrs. R. H. Lassiter and Mrs. R. I. Lassiter, of Berner, and Mrs. J. E. Goddard, of Griffin; 2 sons, P. W. Jones, of Berner, and J. R. Jones, of Rayne, La.
     Funeral services were held at Sandy Creek church Wednesday afternoon at 3:30, with Rev. Mr. Mosely, of Barnesville and Rev. H. A. King, of Flovilla, officiating. Interment was in the family lot in the church cemetery.

Jones, William Junius Flavius
  The Jackson Progress-Argus July 17, 1925
Sudden Was The Death Of Mr. W. R. Jones.
     Siezed by a fatal illness Saturday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock while sitting on a bench by the side of the Carmichael Drug Company's store, Mr. W. J. Jones, aged 68, died within a few minutes. It is supposed that a heart attack was the cause of death. He was seen to fall over on the bench and medical assistance was at once summoned but he expired before treatment could be administered.
     Mr. Jones, a former well known resident of Butts county, was visiting here. He had recently been making his home at Brooks Station and came to the county last week to spend a few days with relatives. He was greeting friends on the streets a few minutes before the fatal heart attack. He suffered from heart trouble and had been taking treatment, it was stated.
     Mr. Jones was a native of Monroe county. He resided in Iron Springs district for several years, moving to Spalding county the past winter. His wife died about three years ago. He was well known and held in general high esteem.
     Surviving Mr. Jones are two sons, Mr. Charles Hubert Jones, of Woolsey, Mr. Gus Jones, of Jackson; five daughters, Mrs. Lucy Gunnels, of Griffin, Mrs. Hugh Coleman, Mrs. J. L. Weldon, Mrs. L. M. Shepard, of Forsyth, Mrs. Sallie Smith, of Barnesville; one sister, Mrs. Hamlin Weldon, of Monroe county.
     Funeral services were held at Paran church, Monroe county, of which he was a member, Monday morning at 10:30 o'clock. Rev. T. H. Vaughn conducted the services and interment was in the church yard.

Jones, William Kline
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Aug 1994
     William Kline Jones of Jackson Lake died Wed., Aug. 10.
     Funeral services were held in the Sherrell Memorial Chapel with Rev. Roy Hardy and Mr. John Sherrell officiating. Interment was in the East View Cemetery in Conyers.
     Mr. Jones was born March 16, 1926 in Rockdale County, son of the late Oscar Jones and Grace Burnett Jones. He was retired from the U. S. Postal Service.
     Survivors include wife, Peggy Lane Jones; daughter, Brenda Lee Barfield of Lithonia; brothers, Fred Jones, Boyce Jones and Allen Jones, all of Atlanta; and several nieces and nephews.
     The Sherrell, Wilson, Mangham Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Jones, William LaFayette
Jackson Progress Argus 02 Jun 1993
     William LaFayette Jones, of Jackson, died Wed., May 26, after an extended illness.
     Funeral services were held Sat., May 29, at the Second Baptist Church with Rev. Gene Sellers officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mr. Jones was born Jan. 19, 1915 in Butts County, son of the late Guss and Myrtice Grim Jones.
     He was employed at the Pepperton and Avondale Mills and was retired from Snapper in McDonough. He served in the Navy in World War H.
     Mr. Jones was a member of the Second Baptist Church where he served as a deacon and member of the Adults Mens Sunday School Class.
     Survivors include wife Willie Ruth Jones; son William L. Jones Jr. of Duluth; sister Maggie Bell Smith of Jackson; three grandchildren and a great grandson; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
     Sherrell Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Jones, William O., Sgt.
Jackson Progress Argus September 22, 1955
Air Crash Kills Son of Jackson of Native in Thailand
Jackson Progress Argus 22 Sep 1955
     The son of a former Jackson resident, Sgt. William O. Jones, 27, killed in an airplane crash September 9 near Thailand, the Adjutant General's office in Washington has announced . His mother was the former Miss Faith Jarrell of Jackson. She now lives at 64 Kirkwood Road, Atlanta.
     Sgt. Jones, who had been in the Army two years, was a member of the 29th Army Engineer Air Service.
     He was born in Savannah and had moved to Atlanta with his family four years ago. He had attended Georgia Tech before enlisting. He was a member of the Baptist church.
     Survivors are his mother and a sister, Miss Paula Jones, both of Atlanta.
     Funeral and burial service will be announced by J. Austin Dillon Co. pending arrival of the body from the Far East.

Jordan, Albert
  The Jackson Argus October 29, 1897
Killed by an Engine.
     Albert Jordan, a colored car coupler from Atlanta who had been working in the railroad yards at McDonough for the ten days, was caught between an engine and car about 10 o'clock last Tuesday night and smashed to death. He was assisting in putting away the Georgia Midland passenger train and no one saw the accident, but as the engine was backing up to the coach it is supposed he attempted to pass between them, but was too slow. The skin was not broken on his body at all and the injuries were internal. He walked some distance after being released but stated that he would die, and expired in about two hours.

Jordan, Cbarlie
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Jan 1985
     Cbarlie Jordan, 68, of 331 W. College St. died Dec 27 at his residence
     Mr. Jordan was a native of Butts County, son of the late Willie Jordon and LaVenia WhItehead Jordan.
     Survivors Include his wife Willie Mae Tanner Jordan of Jackson; sons, Lewis Jordan of Atlanta and Robert Jordan of Jackson; mother, LaVenla Jordon of Jonesboro; brothers, George Jordon and William Jordon, both of Chicago, Ill; sisters, Lillie Bell Jariel of Jonesboro; Annie M Hightower of Jackson; three grandchildren.
     Services were conducted Dec 30, at 1 p.m. at Macedonia Baptist Church with the Rev. John Daniel Grier officiating. Burial was in the Macedonia Cemetery.
     Stokes and Woodard Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Jordan, Dessie Waldrop
Jackson Progress Argus Apr 1979
Jordan Rites Held Tuesday
     Funeral services for Mrs. Dessie Waldrop Jordan, 60, of 136 Forrest Avenue, were conducted Tuesday morning at eleven o'clock from the Chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with the Rev. Don Folsom officiating. Interment was in the Sandy Creek Cemetery with Sherrell Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. Jordan died Sunday afternoon at the Sylvan Grove Hospital after a lengthy period of declining health.
     Born in Butts County June 8, 1918, she was the daughter of Bertha G. Waldrop and the late Clifford Waldrop. She was a member of the Baptist profession.
     Survivors in addition to her mother include her husband, Mr. Wilmer H. Jordan of Jackson; six daughters, Mrs. Elaine Tillerson of Riverdale, Mrs. Marie Davis and Mrs. Robin Greene of Tucker Mrs. Loraine Lewis and Mrs. Zoe Jordan Davidson of Atlanta, and Mrs. Delores Baswell of Jonesboro; one son, Mr. Jeffrey Jordan of Atlanta; two brothers, Mr. Dozier Waldrop and Mr. T. J. Waldrop both of Jackson, and seven grandchildren.
     Sons-in-law served as pallbearers.

Jordan, Evan F.
Jackson Progress Argus 05 Apr 1973
Evan Jordan Passes In Monticello
     Funeral services for Mr. Evan F. Jordan, 61, widely known and prominent citizen of Monticello, were held at three o 'clock Wednesday afternoon, March 28th, in the Monticello Presbyterian Church. Burial was in Westview Cemetery in Monticello with Jordan Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Jordan died Monday in the Jasper County Memorial Hospital. He was a native of Jasper County and was Veteran's Service Officer in the Middle Georgia area for about 24 years. For a number of years he came to Jackson weekly as Veteran's Service Officer and had many friends and acquaintances here who regret to learn of his death.
     Mr. Jordan is survived by his wife, Mrs. Annie Kelly Jordan of Monticello.

Jordan, Jeffrey Hughes
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Dec 1987
     Jeffrey Hughes Jordan, 34, of Atlanta died Sunday at an Atlanta hospital.
     Graveside services were held today at 2 p.m. at Sandy Creek cemetery in Butts County.
     Mr. Jordan, son of the late Wilmer and Dessie Jordan of Jackson, was a 1970 graduate of Jackson High School. He was associated with White's Florists in East Point.
     Survivors include six sisters, Elaine Ellison of Columbus, Marie Davis of Lilbum, Loraine Jordan of Atlanta, Delores Baswell of Fairburn, Robin Brannon of Snellville, and Zee Donaldson of Atlanta; grandmother, Berta Gunnels Waldrop of Jackson; several nephews; two nieces; several aunts.
     A. C. Hemperley Funeral Home in East Point was in charge of arrangements.

Jordan, Katie Mae Bell
Jackson Progress Argus 01 Feb 1995
     Katie Mae Bell Jordan of Swanto, OH died Sunday, Jan. 22.
     Funeral services were held Saturday, Jan. 28, at Friendship AME Church in Jackson with Rev Calvin Minter officiating. Interment was in the Friendship cemetery.
Ms. Jordan was born February 14, 1912 in Butts County, daughter of the late Walter and Hannah Bell.
     Survivors include daughter, Bernice Goolsby of Monticello; two nephews; six nieces; and other relatives;
     Trimier Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Jordan, Leon Jackson
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Dec 1994
     Leon Jackson Jordan, 93, of Wauchula died Tuesday, Nov. 29, at Hardee Manor Care Center.
     Funeral services were held Thursday, Dec. 1, in the chapel of Curry Raley Funeral Home with Rev. Bob Johnson and Kenny Lilly officiating. Interment was in Bowling Green Cemetery.
     Mr. Jordan was a native of Polk County. He was a carpenter with American Cyanamid and a member of New Hope Baptist Church.
     Survivors include wife, Ruth Hodges Jordan of Wauchula; daughter, Ann Jernigan of Wauchula; brothers, Jessie Jordan of Florida; and three grandchildren.

Jordan, Lucy Ward
Jackson Progress Argus 12 Sep 1963
Mrs. Lucy Jordan Dies in Monticello
     Funeral services for Mrs. Lucy Ward Jordan, 88, who died Tuesday night at her home in Monticello, were held Thursday afternoon, September 5, at the Jordan Funeral home in Monticello with the Rev. Lee Wilson officiating. Burial was in West View Cemetery.
     Survivors include five daughters, Mrs. Minnie Lou Slater of Dublin; Mrs. Frances Smith of Jackson; Mrs. Julia Craig and Miss Lucy Jordan, both of MontIcello, and Mrs. Laura Larson, of Cleveland, Ohio; five sons, Mark Jordan, John Jordan, Joe Jordan and William Jordan all of Monticello, and David Jordan of Detroit, Michigan; five sisters Mrs. Alice Cribb, Mrs. Mary Middlebrooks and Mrs. Kate Simmons all of Macon and Mrs. Bessie Grimes and Mrs. Annie Lou Marchman, both of Milledgeville; Six grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

Jordan, Mary
Jackson Progress Argus 04 Dec 1085
     Mary Jordan of 3888 Bakers Ferry Road, Atlanta, formerly of Jackson, died Nov. 23 following a brief illness.
     Survivors include three grandchildren, Willie, Howard, and Charles Price, all of Atlanta; and a daughter-in law, Helen Price of Atlanta.
     The funeral was held Friday at 2 p.m. at the Mount Calvary Baptist Church in Atlanta with the Rev. Ross Jackson officiating. Burial was in Lincoln Cemetery in Atlanta.
     Trimier-Jackson Funeral Services was in charge of arrangements.
Jordan, Sterling G. (Joe)
Jackson Progress Argus 1983
     Sterling G. (Joe) Jordan, 68, of 464 W. Third Street, Jackson, died early Monday morning at Sylvan Grove Hospital following an illness of several months.
     A native of Thomson, Ga., Mr. Jordan resided in southwest Atlanta for many years before moving to Jackson nine years ago. He was employed with the Atlanta & West Point Railroad for 42 years before retiring in 1980.
     Mr. Jordan was a member of the Owl Rock United Methodist Church in Atlanta. He was a Mason for the past 35 years, a member of the Ben Hill Lodge No. 674, F. &A.M., a Scottish Rite and York Rite Mason, and a member of the Yaarab Temple of the Shrine in Atlanta.
     He was a member of the Jephtha Chapter No. 252, Order of the Eastern Star where he was presently Worthy Patron and Mrs. Jordan is Worthy Matron. He was a member of the United Trainman's Union and was Justice of the Peace for the 731st District for 17 years.
     Mr. Jordan is survived by his wife, Mrs. Berta Wade Jordan of Jackson; daughter, Shirley A. Jordan of Atlanta; sons, Joseph S. Jordan of Scottsdale, Ariz. and Thomas G. Jordan of Atlanta; grandchildren, Laurie, Melanie, Chris and Stephanie Jordan; brother, Winon C. Jordan of College Park; sisters, Helen Graves and Minnie Reddick of Waynesboro and Effie Sisco of Bettsville, Ohio; aunt, Bessie Watson of Boneville, Ga.
     Services were conducted Wednesday morning at 11: 00 in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson with the Rev. Jim Varner and the Rev. Malcolm Paterson officiating. Burial was in the Bay Creek Cemetery in Walton County with Masonic graveside rites.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Jordan, William Rufus
Jackson Progress Argus 15 May 1975
Wm. R. Jordan Buried In Monticello
     Mr. William Rufus Jordan, 65, of Monticello died Wednesday morning, April 30th, at the VA. Hospital in Dublin.
     Mr. Jordan was a native of Jasper County and an Air Force veteran of World War Il. His parents were the late Mr. Hampton Jordan and the late Mrs. Lucy Ward Jordan.
     Funeral services were held Thursday, May 1st, at 2 o'clock at the chapel of Jordan Funeral Home. Rev. Bob Anderson officiated. Interment was in West View Cemetery.
     Mr. Jordan is survived by a son, Robert E. Jordan of Monticello, West Virginia; five sisters, Mrs. Minnie Lou Salyer of Dublin, Mrs. H. E. Craig of Panama City Beach, Florida, Mrs. Laura Larson of Cleveland, Ohio, Mrs. Butler Smith of Jackson and Miss Lucy Jordan of Monticello; three brothers, Marks Jordan, John Jordan, and Joe Jordan, all of Monticello; and four grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were Tommy Jordan, Harvie Jordan, Glover Jordan, Jr., Emmett Powell, Harold Morgan, and Silas Aaron.

Jordan, Willie Mae
Jackson Progress Argus 15 Sep 1993
     Graveside services for Mrs. Willie Mae Jordan were held Sun., Sept. 5, at Jackson City Cemetery with Rev. A. F. Eusery officiating.
     Survivors include sons Lewis Jordan and Mrs. and Mrs. Robert Jordan; sister Glozie Fambro; brothers Dennis Tanner and Eddie.McMichael; four grandchildren; several brothers and sisters-in-law; nieces; nephews and other relatives.
     Lemon & Sons Funeral Home in McDonough was in charge of arrangements.
   
Jordon, Leola Watson
Jackson Progress Argus 14 Nov 1990
     Mrs. Leola Watson Jordon, 90, of 103 Brownlee Road in Jackson died Nov. 5 at Sylvan Grove Hospital.
     The funeral was held Thursday, Nov 8 at Zion Baptist Church, with the Rev Grady Head officiating. Burial was in Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mrs. Jordon was bom in Monroe County- on April 12, 1900. She was a member of Zion Baptist Church.
     Survivors include her son, Jack Watson of Jackson; grandchildren, Amold Watson, Jackie Gillis, Rosa Dottin and Estella Tucker, all of Atlanta; and other relatives.
     Trimier - Jackson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Joyner, J. A., Mrs.
Jackson Progress Argus, November 2, 1950
Mrs. J. A. Joyner Called by Death
     Friends here were sorry to learn of the death of Mrs. J. A. Joyner, former resident of Jackson, which occurred in Griffin October 19. Funeral services and burial were in McDonough Friday afternoon.
     The Joyner family formerly live here where Mr. Joyner was a merchant and at one time associated with Jackson newspapers. Later he was a traveling salesman and upon his retirement the family lived in Griffin. Mr. Joyner died in 1945.
     Native of Clayton county, Mrs. Joyner was connected with pioneer middle Georgia families. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. William B. Pullin of McDonough; a son, C. C. Joyner of Greenville, S. C.; five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Joyner, James A.
Jackson Progress-Argus, April 18, 1946. James A. Joyner Died Sunday at Home in Griffin.
     James A. Joyner, 78 years of age, former well-known resident of Jackson but for many years a citizen of Griffin, died at his home in that city Sunday night.
     Funeral services were held in McDonough Monday afternoon and burial was in the McDonough cemetery. McDonough and Griffin Masons had charge of the services at the grave.
     Mr. Joyner spent most of his life in Butts county and was engaged in the newspaper business with the late J. G. McDonald. He also operated a grocery here and for a time was a traveling salesman. He was a member of the Baptist church and a Mason. He had scores of friends here who are sorry to know of his death.
     Survivors are his wife and one daughter, Mrs. William Pullin of McDonough; one son, Carey Joiner of Greenville, S.C.; five grandchildren, Bob Joyner, James Joyner, both of Atlanta; Joe Joyner of Miami, Fla; Dan Joyner of Greenville, S.C.; and Mrs. L. P. McKibben Jr. of McDonough.
     
Joyner, John David
Jackson Progress Argus 27 Jan 1966
John D. Joyner Will Be Buried At Jacksonville
     Mr. John David Joyner, 75, of Indian Springs, died early Monday morning at Sylvan Grove Hospital after being admitted Saturday night. He had however, been in declining health for several months.
     A native of South Carolina Mr. Joyner was a retired maintenance contractor, who moved to Indian Springs about five years ago from Florida. His wife preceded him in death on February 24, 1964.
     Funeral services are to be held Friday in Jacksonville, Fla. at the chapel of the Estes-Krause Funeral Home.
     Surviving is one daughter, Mrs. Doris Glenn Foster, of Indian Springs.

Joyner, Joseph Luther
Jackson Progress-Argus 25 Sep 1941
Luther Joyner Dies in Texas After Operation
     The death of Joseph Luther Joyner, 48 years of age, former resident of Jackson, occurred in a hospital at Longview, Texas, Tuesday morning and resulted from the effects of an emergency operation for appendicitis.
     News of the passing of this well-known citizen was received with regret in his boyhood home.
     Son of Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Joyner of Griffin, formerly of Jackson, he was born and reared here and started a business career on Jackson newspapers. Later he was engaged in the furniture business in Spartanburg, S. C. , and some years ago he removed to Texas where he was active in business affairs. Mr. and Mrs. Joyner visited relatives in Jackson, McDonough and Griffin about a month ago.
     His tact and agreeable personality won him friends readily. His father was formerly a widely known Jackson grocer, and was also engaged in the newspaper business for several years.
     Surviving are his wife and three sons, Joe, James and Bob Joyner, all of Atlanta; a granddaughter, Rosalie Joyner; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. James A. Joyner, of Griffin; a sister, Mrs. W. B. Pullin of McDonough, wife of a Henry county commissioner; one brother, Carey Joyner. His first wife was the former Miss Rosalie Garmichael, daughter of Mrs. J. R. Carmichael of Jackson.
     Funeral services were held in Longview and the body was brought to Jackson for burial. Graveside services were held at the Jackson cemetery Thursday afternoon and interment was in the family lot.

Joyner, Lillie Mae Melton
Jackson Progress Argus 27 Feb 1964
Florida Burial For Mrs. Joiner
     Mrs. Lillie Mae Melton Joyner, 74, of Indian Springs, died at Sylvan Grove Hospital Monday night shortly after being admitted. She was the wife of Mr. John D. Joyner.
Born in Vienna, she was the . daughter of Mr. Richard W. Melton and Mrs. Georgia Gammage Melton.
     Survivors include her husband, John D. Joyner of Indian Springs; one daughter, Mrs. Doris Glenn Foster of Indian Springs.
     Mrs. Joiner's body was carried to Jacksonville, Fla. for funeral and interment.

Joyner, Rebecca M.
Jackson Progress Argus 31 Oct 1990
     Mrs. Rebecca M. Joyner, 76, of Niceville, Fla., died Oct. 2.
     Graveside services were conducted last Wednesday at Floral Hills Memory Gardens, with the Rev. Dave R Dabria officiating.
     Mrs. Joyner attended Brenau College, Converse College and the University of Georgia. She was a member of Alpha Gamma Delta Sorority, Heaton Park Garden Club Converse College Alumnae Association, and a member of St. Jude's Episcopal Church.
     Survivors include her husband, Joseph L. Joyner; daughter, Rosalie Joyner Barnes of Phenix City; Ala.; son, Robert Rhea Joyner of Jackson; sister, Nancy Mayfield of Houston, Tex.; five grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
     A. S. Turner & Sons was in charge of arrangements .

Joyner, Robert Emerson, Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Apr 1994
     Robert Emerson Joyner Sr. of McDonough died Tues., April 12.
     Funeral services were held Fri., April 15, .at Tamer United Methodist Church with Rev. Kenneth Wright and Rev. Harold Lyda officiating. Interment was in Eastlawn Memorial Gardens.
     Survivors include wife, Gladys Joyner; sons, Huston Joyner of Jackson, Robert E. Joyner Jr. of McDonough, Jimmy L. Joyner of Stockbridge; five grandchildren; five great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
     Rainer Carmichael Inc. was in charge of arrangements.

Joyner, S. Joseph
  The Jackson Argus January 14 1910
Mr. S. J. Joyner Passes Away.
       After an illness of pneumonia, Mr. A. J. Joiner passed away Tuesday morning at the home of his daughter, Mrs. B. C. Milton, near Flovilla. Mr. Joyner had been a resident of the county for many years, the greater part of the time living in this city. He was a consistent member of the Baptist church, and by his daily walk and conversation showed the true spirit of the Master, and that God was his life, his strength. There is nothing more beautiful in life than when a good soldier of the cross has run his race and finished his course to fall asleep with the full consciousness that he will wake in the presence of Him he loved and served on earth.
     The funeral services were conducted at the Baptist church Wednesday morning by Dr. VanDeventer, and the interment was in the city cemetery here. The pallbearers were Confederate Veterans. Mr. Joiner leaves four devoted children, three daughters and one son Mrs. B. C. Milton, near Flovilla, Mrs. Brooks, of Macon, Mrs. N. R. McCord, of this city, and Mr. J. A. Joyner, of College Park.
                         
Butts County Progress January 14, 1910
Death Claims Prominent Citizen Last Tuesday
     The death of Mr. S. J. Joyner, one of the county's prominent citizens, took place Tuesday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. B. C. Milton, at Flovilla. The deceased was in his 79th year at the time of his death. A native of Monroe county, Mr. Joyner had lived in Butts county for a number of years, Death was due to old age and a general breakdown and followed an illness of only ten days.
     Mr. Joyner is survived by three daughters, Mrs. N. P. Brooks, of Macon, Mrs. B. C. Milton, of Flovilla and Mrs. N. R. McCord, of Jackson; one son, Mr. J. A. Joyner, who travels for the F. E. Block Co. of Atlanta.
     The funeral took place Wednesday morning from the Jackson Baptist church of which the deceased was a member, the services being conducted by Dr, Robert VanDeventer. Interment was in the Jackson cemetery. Camp Barnett U.C.V., of which Mr. Joyner was a member, attended the funeral in a body. The family have the sympathy of a host of friends in their great grief.
  
Joyner, Rosalie Carmichael
  The Jackson Progress-Argus May 29, 1925
Mrs. J. L. Joyner Yields To Death.
     The death of Mrs. J. L. Joyner, which occurred at her home in Cedartown at an early hour Wednesday morning, came as a profound shock to friends and relatives here. She had been ill for only a few days, having undergone an operation for appendicitis the first of the week. Complications that developed following the operation defied the best medical skill and nursing.
     Mrs. Joyner was born and reared in Jackson, attended school here and though she had made her home elsewhere for the past several years Jackson still claimed her as its own. As Miss Rosa Lee Carmichael, Mrs. Joyner was affectionately known and esteemed. She was the daughter of the late Mr. J. R. Carmichael, one of Jackson's most progressive business men, and Mrs. Carmichael. On September 23, 1913 she married Mr. J. Luther Joyner, who is a leading business man of Cedartown. Following their marriage Mr. and Mrs. Joyner made their home in Macon for some time, later resided in Jefferson and for the past few years, have resided in Cedartown.
     Mrs. Joyner, who was 29 years of age, possessed many admirable traits of character and was a splendid type of Christian womanhood, being universally loved and admired. She was a member of one of the oldest and most prominent families of Butts county.
     She is survived by her husband, Mr. J. Luther Joyner, who is prominent in the business and social life of Cedartown; three sons, Joe, aged 10; James, aged 7; and Bob, aged 2; her mother, Mrs. J. R. Carmichael; three sisters, Mrs. J. T. Dempsey, Jr., Mrs. Ralph Barnwell, of Atlanta, and Miss Lollie Carmichael, popular student at Brenau College; five brothers, Mr. A. Homer Carmichael, of Atlanta, Mr. Victor Carmichael and Mr. Burt Carmichael, well known druggist of Jackson, Mr. Edward Carmichael, tax receiver of Butts county, and Mr. J. R. Carmichael, member of the graduating class of the Georgia School of Technology. Hundreds of friends extend tender condolences to the family in their sorrow.
     The body was brought to Jackson Wednesday night and the funeral services were conducted Thursday morning at 11 o'clock from the home of Mrs. J. R. Carmichael. Rev. J. S. Hartsfield, pastor of the First Baptist church, conducted the impressive rites in the presence of a vast concourse of friends and relatives. Attesting the love and esteem of countless friends were the beautiful floral offerings. The body was laid to rest in the Jackson city cemetery.
     The pallbearers were Messrs. H. O. Ball, W. P. Newton, D. P. Settle, E. S. Settle, L. M. Spencer, L. P. McKibben.
Judd, M. E., Mrs.
Jackson Progress-Argus 9 Feb 1939
Mrs. M. E. Judd Dies in Dalton
     Butts county people were sorry to learn of the death of Mrs. M. E. Judd, prominent Georgia clubwoman and former member of the Georgia Forestry Association in charge of state parks, which occurred last week at her home in Dalton. Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon.
     While a member of the forestry association Mrs. Judd was in charge of the Indian Springs state park and gave considerable attention to the development of that project. Under her direction thousands of trees, flowers and shrubbery were planted on the Indian Springs reservation. Her greatest activity in park work was while M. B. Lufburrow was state forester.
     Mrs. Judd, 73 years of age, was a native of the North but had resided in Dalton for many years. She was an active club member and was interested in the development of her county and the state as a whole. Her death, which occurred Thursday, followed a long illness.

Juhan, Will
The Jackson Argus April 6, 1900
A Negro Killed.
     Will Juhan, colored, was killed by Henry Brooks, of Locust Grove, on Friday of last week. The facts in the case are about as follows:
     Four negroes in Henry county were wanted by Sheriff Robert N. Estherldge, of Jones county. He sent the warrants to Sheriff Crawford, stating that Sheriff Glass, of Henry county, would not do anything for him, and not to ask Glass to assist him in any way. Some time ago three of the negroes were captured and sent to Jones county by Sheriff Crawford. The Juhan negro dodged the officers but learning that he was working on a farm between the Grove and McDonough, the warrant was placed in the hands of Deputy Sheriff Foster, and he went up Friday to make the arrest. Going through Locust Grove, he asked Brooks to go with him. He did so, and when they reached the field where several negroes were plowing Brooks went out to where they were, and when Juhan was pointed out to him started to arrest him and a foot race began. The race ended at a wire fence, where the negro was killed. Brooks says that when the negro found he could not get over the fence without being caught, he turned upon him and began to fight. Brooks here fired upon him and killed him.
     The negroes, however, say that the killing occurred while Juhan was running, and the coroners jury returned a verdict of murder. Mr. Foster was not near enough to see the unfortunate affair.

Juhlin, Marvin Wesley
Jackson Progress Argus 09 May 1979
Juhlin Rites Held Wednesday
     Memorial services for Marvin Wesley Juhlin, 63 of Route 1, Jackson, were conducted Wednesday, May 9th, at one o'clock at the Jackson United Methodist Church with the Rev. Phil DeMore and Rev. Richard B. Long officiating. Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. Juhlin died Tuesday morning at South Fulton Hospital in Atlanta.
     He was retired from General Motors, Lakewood Plant, in Atlanta.
     Survivors include his wife, Gwen Juhlin of Jackson; four daughters, Mrs. Lee Nelson and Miss Paige Tatum, both of Jackson; Mrs. Donna Yarbrough of Cookville, Tenn., and Mrs. Ann Jongema of Atlanta; one son, Tony Tatum of Lawrenceville; nine grandchildren; and one great .grandchild.

Julian, Fannie B.
Jackson Progress Argus 18 Apr 1980
Julian Rites Held Wednesday
     Funeral services for Mrs. Fannie B. Julian of 2170 Cheshirebridge Rd., N.E. Atlanta were held Wednesday April 9th at 2 o'clock from the Israel C.M.E. Church in Jackson.
     Rev. G. R. Conners officiated and interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mrs. Julian died April 5th at the Moody Nursing Home in Atlanta.
     She is survived by Ms. Ruth Lane of White Plains, N. Y., Ms. Lois Gordon of Chicago; Ill., Ms. Lena Ross and Ms. Nina Cline, both of Atlanta;
     Mr. Willie Wilkins of Cincinnati, Ohio and a host of other relatives.
     Berry Trimier Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

Justiss, Lillie Payton
Jackson Progress Argus 05 Sep 1990
     Mrs. Lillie Payton Justiss, 78, of Grantville died Aug. 31 at Humana Hospital in Newnan.
     The funeral was held Monday, Sept. 3, at First United Methodist Church in Grantville, with the Rev. Ruth Shaw and Peggy Little officiating. Burial was in Grantville Cemetery.
     Mrs. Justiss was born in Coweta County, the daughter of Ida Payton and the late Eugene Payton. She was the widow of Allen Leon Justiss. Mrs. Justiss was a member of First United Methodist Church in Grantville and a member of WMU.
     Survivors include her daughters, Carolyn Robertson, Joyce Robertson and Mildred Rainwater, all of Newnan; son, James Justiss of Cherryville, .V.C.; mother, Ida Payton; sisters, Thelma Prosser of Jackson, and Pauline Powers of Hogansville; brothers, Henry Payton of Newnan and Merrill Payton of Tallahassee, Fla.; 13 grand children and 11 great grandchildren.
     McKibben Funeral Home in Hogansville was in charge of arrangements.