Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home

01/02/2026

Nancy Louise Gordon

Nancy Louise Gordon, 75, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away Thursday, January 1, 2026. She was born in Calhoun, Georgia, on August 3, 1950, to the late Bo Harper and Marie Christian.

She was a beloved wife, mother, great grandmother, and sister p, as well as a friend to many. She had the perfect roll at Walmart-Calhoun’s where she greeted and welcomed everyone to the store. Her smile would light up any room. She was of the Christian faith, and was a member of Bethesda Baptist Church.

She is survived by her loving husband, Bernard Gordon; children, Phoenix Christian, Reggie (Jennifer) Gordon, Phyllis (John) Harris; brother Thomas (Simone) Long; sisters, Edith McMillan, Regina Reynolds; sister and brother in-laws, Ruth Gordon, Linda Jean Pledge, Carlyn Miller, Coleman Gordon, Ronnie Pledge; grandchildren, Kyra Harris, Kylis Harris, Ciera Christian, Derrell Christian, Tarvez Dixon, Danarian Dixon; great grandchildren, Nevaeh Harris, Addie Whitaker, Xander Harris, Darrius Fleetwood, Larry Christian, Yolanda Beasley; special niece, Sonji Dixon.

The family will receive friends on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM at Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home.

Funeral services will follow on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at 1:00 PM from the chapel of Max Brannon & Sons Funeral Home with Rev. Carlos Calhoun and Rev. Claude Jones officiating. Burial will follow in Chandler Cemetery. Pallbearers serving are Marty Pasley, Greg Reynolds, Wesley Jones, Brian Higgenbotham, Anthony Harris, Darrell Harris, Lewis Mann, and Kevin Printer.

The Brannon family and staff are honored to serve the family of Nancy Louise Gordon.

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12/31/2025

Kimberly Rena Oesterle

Kimberly Oesterle, 58, also known as “Ya Ya”, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2025. She was born in Calhoun, Georgia, on January 14, 1967, to Carolyn Knight Childs and the late Jerry Childs.

She is survived by her husband, Kevin Kolaski; children, Devin (Alexa) Oesterle, Lauren (Alfred) Trapp; brother, Bryan (Jennifer) Childs; grandchildren, Baylon Oesterle, Crew Oesterle, Keller Oesterle, Sloane Trapp, and Stetson Trapp; nephew, Easton Childs; nieces, Alyssa Childs and Brooke Childs.

The family will receive friends on Friday, January 2, 2026, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at 1:00 PM at Pleasant Valley Baptist Church with Rev. Tommy Phillips, Rev. Matt Casey, and Rev. Bryan Childs officiating. Burial will follow in Haven of Rest Memorial Park. Pallbearers serving are Easton Childs, Chastain Moss, Blade Parker, Jared Noland, Shane Moss, Chazz Moss.

The Brannon family and staff are honored to serve the family of Kimberly Oesterle.

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12/30/2025

Leonard Paul Painter

Leonard “Junior” Paul Painter Jr., 80, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on Friday, December 12, 2025. He was born on March 27, 1945, in Gastonia, North Carolina, to the late Paul and Vesta Painter Sr. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Sherren Painter; sons, Marvin Painter and William Painter; daughter, Lynn Ramsey.

He is survived by his brother, Harold Painter; sisters, Lorene Davis and Louise Macy; grandchildren, Dakota Painter, Paul Painter, Christian Painter, William Painter, Ryan Ramza, and James Ramza; nephew, Everette Dunn.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, January 2, 2026, at 2:00 PM from the chapel of Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home.

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12/29/2025

Holly Michelle Nix

Holly Michelle Nix, 45, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on Monday, December 22, 2025. She was born in Calhoun, Georgia, on January 22, 1980, to Bobby Hyde and Lynda Chagra. She was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Lainee Ivey.

She is survived by her husband of 16 years, Stan Nix; parents, Bobby Hyde and Lynda Chagra; children, Macaela (Zachary) Ivey, Haydn (Julia) Townsend, Jake Townsend; stepchildren, Tyler Nix, Ana Nix; sisters, Melissa (Michael) Cochran, Stacey (Matt) Rymer, Samantha Bagley, Jerri Lynn Diltz, Kristy Morris; grandson, Lykan Ivey; special friend, April Wilson.

To honor her wishes, her body was cremated and no formal service was held.

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12/28/2025

Probably every parent of child loss has done this at some time. The tears got flowing so bad that the car had to be pulled to the side of the road. You screamed. You pounded the steering wheel. Maybe cried so hard you choked. Why? Because the grief felt like too much. It hurt too bad. You needed to let it all out.

12/27/2025

Oscar Jefferson Gravitt

Mr. Oscar Jefferson Gravitt, 88 of Calhoun, Georgia, passed from his earthly life on Thursday, December 25, 2025.

Oscar was born in Gordon County on July 28, 1937, the son of the late Robert Lee Gravitt and Ella May Hall Gravitt. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Geneva Worley and Ova Lee French; his first wife and mother of his children, Dorothy Clark Gravitt; and his second wife, Irene Gravitt.

Oscar was known by most as a carpenter and had worked for various carpet mills in the area. Before failing health, he was employed as a custodian at Red Bud Elementary School and retired. He enjoyed doing anything with his hands, especially building barnwood frames to display art and portraits. He enjoyed good conversation with his friends, and he will be missed by his family and all who knew him. He was a member of Barrett Road Church of God.

Survivors include his daughters, Laurie Cope and her husband, Don, and Becky Hughes and her husband, David; one son, Jeffery Gravitt, and one grandchild, Alex Gravitt.

A service to celebrate his life will be held on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at 1:00 PM in the chapel of Max Brannon & Sons Funeral Home, with Rev. Norris Sexton officiating. His body will be laid to rest in Chandler Cemetery.

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12/26/2025

Susan Spalding McGivern

Susan Spalding McGivern, 61, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away Monday, December 22, 2025. She was born in Miami, Florida, on October 5, 1964, to Anna Chapman and the late David Spalding Sr.

She is survived by her husband of 34 years, Michael McGivern; mother, Anna Chapman; son, Paul (Stacey) Bean; daughters, Melissa (Clint) Westbrook, Jana McGivern, Kimberly McGivern; brother, David (Elizabeth) Spalding; sisters, Melissa Spalding (Derek Tellier), Becky (Jose) Alonso; in-laws, Dave McGivern, John McGivern, Bob (Page) McGivern; grandchildren, Mason, Hannah, Olivia, Victoria, Eli, Lennon, Veronica, Lyanna, Rebecca, Chance, and Haleigh. Many nieces, nephews, and lots of extended family and friends also survive.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, December 28, 2025, from 12:00 Noon until 2:00 PM at Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home.

A memorial service will be held on Sunday, December 28, 2025, at 2:00 PM from the Chapel of Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home with Rev. Linda Pineo officiating.

The Brannon family and staff are honored to serve the family of Susan Spalding McGivern.

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12/22/2025

Jill Ann Ready

Jill Ann Ready (Glover), age 63, of Rocky Face, Georgia, passed away on December 16, 2025.

Jill was born in Pensacola, Florida, and lived in Orlando, Florida, where she spent many meaningful years building her life and family before relocating to Georgia. She was a devoted mother and grandmother whose love for her family was evident in everything she did.

She is survived by her two daughters, Robin Harvey and her husband Paul, and Stephanie Cochran and her husband Alex. Jill was a proud and loving grandmother to Kaleb, Brayden, and Ava, who brought her immense joy. She is also survived by her brother, Jack Glover and his wife Cathie, and her sister, Terri Burnside.

Jill was an avid reader, finding comfort, escape, and inspiration in books. She appreciated quiet moments, meaningful conversations, and time spent with those she loved. Her warmth, strength, and gentle presence will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

A memorial service will be held on December 27, 2025, from 2:00–5:00 p.m. Family and friends are welcome to come together to celebrate Jill’s life and share memories.

Her legacy lives on through her children, grandchildren, and the many lives she touched with her kindness and love.

A Celebration of Life/Spreading of the Ashes details will be coming soon at a later date.

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12/22/2025

Retha Estell Gravitte

Retha Estell Gravitte, 78, of Dalton, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, December 21, 2025. She was born in Calhoun, Georgia, on May 10, 1947, to the late William and Verna Corn. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, J.C. Gravitte; brothers, Jack Corn, Johnny Corn, Wilbur Corn; sisters, Betty Payne, Barbara Spearman.

She is survived by her son, Jason (Laura) Gravitte; daughter, Tammy Torres; brothers, Robert Corn, Luke Corn; grandchildren, Rafael Torres, Brandy Torres, Samuel Torres, Madison Gravitte, Jaycee Gravitte, Corbin Gravitte; great-grandchildren, Noemy Torres, Marian Torres, Kaylin Torres, Liam Torres, Levi Torres, Gabriela Estelle Torres.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home.

Funerals services will be held on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, at 11:00 AM from the chapel of Max Brannon and Sons with Rev. Ronnie Nix officiating. Burial will follow in Scotts Cemetery. Pallbearers serving are Samuel Torres, Rafael Torres, Tim Corn, Samuel Barnes, Nacho Torres, and Daniel Franco.

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12/22/2025

Jeanne Lynn Maxwell

Jeanne Lynn (Wright) Maxwell, age 72, of Rome, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Jeanne was born on February 11, 1953, in Calhoun, Georgia, to the late Roy L. Wright and Floy Mae Jones Wright. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Denny Maxwell, and her brother, Michael Wright.

She is survived by her brother, Terry (Louise) Wright; sister-in-law, Shirley Wright; and in-laws, Wayne Maxwell and Linda Shumaker. Stepchildren, Todd (Sue Ann) Maxwell and Tracy (Mike) Maxwell; grandchildren, Bryce (Tyler) Singleton, Kayla (Ryan) Clough, and Karly (Andrew) Dennis; and great-grandchildren, Ira June and Declan Singleton, Gage, Isabella, and Sophia Clough, and Knox Dennis; nieces and nephews, Burt Wright, Amanda Ruddell, Richie Wright, Staci Hill, and Chantel Taylor. Great nieces and nephews, Owen Ruddell, Davis Ruddell, Kristen Wright, Abby Wright, Megan Wright, Bonnie Wright, Elle Taylor, Kellan Taylor, Tyler Hill, Terran (Evan Burnette) Hill and Aiden Wright, one great-great-nephew, Stetson Burnette. She is also survived by her special childhood friends, Sherry Lusk and Barbara Clark, who remained constant sources of love and joy in her final months.

Jeanne had a deep love for cooking and could prepare about anything. Her signature dishes were always holiday favorites, especially her naked cheese ball, Easter bunny cake, and Christmas Chex Mix. She was also a devoted fan of Georgia Bulldogs football.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the Harbin Clinic Medical Oncology staff and Homespun Hospice, especially Shanna and Christina, for their compassionate care.

The family will receive friends on Saturday, December 27, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home, with Rev. Gary Bowman officiating and Megan Wright in charge of the music. Burial will follow in Chandler Cemetery.

Pallbearers will include Owen Ruddell, Davis Ruddell, Tyler Hill, Evan Burnette, and Kellan Taylor. Honorary pallbearers will include Richie Wright, Burt Wright, Jett Puckett, Joey Lusk, Sam Jones, and Harry Brock.

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12/22/2025

Sara Mae Holden Kinsey

Sara Mae (Holden) Kinsey, 87, of Calhoun, Georgia, walked through the gates of heaven into the hands of God peacefully on December 20, 2025, at her residence. She was born in Calhoun, Georgia, on January 22, 1938, to the late Roy Woodrow Holden and Lovell Crump Holden. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Tammy Kaye Kinsey, sons-in-law Bobby Wayne Posey and Tommy Tow; brothers and sisters, Woodrow Holden, Billy Holden, Robert Holden, Walter Holden, Ronnie Holden, Betty German, and Dianne Holden.

She is survived by her children, Linda Sue Posey, Charsie Faye (Eddie) Smith, Judy Mae Tow, Kathy Carol (Jerry) Pell, Sendy Jane (David) Stewart, James Willis, Jr. (Kathy) Bohannon, Roy Lee (Elysia) Kinsey, Kenneth Lamar Kinsey, Sarah Ellen Kinsey and Marvin Shane Kinsey—twenty-four grandchildren, several great and great-great-grandchildren; brother Donnie Holden.

She was known for her loving nature, generous heart and special love for her family. She loved everyone she met, and most called her Mom. She retired from Harbinson Walker after 20-plus years. She was of the Christian faith iand a Baptist.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM at Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at 1:00 PM at the Chapel of Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home, with the Rev. Eddie Brannon officiating. Burial will follow in the Wesley Chapel Cemetery. Pallbearers serving are her grandsons.

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12/21/2025

Mary Jo Pack

Mary Jo was born in Gordon County, Georgia on June 26, 1938, the daughter of the late Jasper and Clara Edwards Haygood. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Junior Lee (Bud) Pack; two sisters, Betty Garrett and Ruby Franks; and brother, Williard Haygood.

She had lived her entire life in and around the Red Bud Community, having been employed by the Gordon County School system as a cafeteria worker at Red Bud School before retirement.

She is survived by her family that loved her dearly. One daughter, Tammy (Marvin) Cox; five sons, Tony Pack, Rickey (Paula) Pack, Richard (Angie) Pack, Billy Pack, and Robert (Selena) Pack; ten grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; along with nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives.

Funeral services will be held Monday, December 22, 2025, at 3:00 PM at Booneford Baptist Church, with Rev. Gary Quarles officiating. Burial will follow in Crane Eater Cemetery with Rev. Clyde McEntyre in charge of the graveside service. Dale Stone will be in charge of the music. Pallbearers serving include Baylee Pack, Bradlee Cox, Kolton Lance, Hunter Lance, Shaun Pack, Crosley Brady, and DJ Brookshire; honorary pallbearers include Tony Pack, Rickey Pack, Richard Pack, Billy Pack, Robert Pack, and Marvin Cox.

The family will receive friends on Monday, December 22, 2025, at Max Brannon & Sons Funeral Home between 11:00 AM and 2:30 PM.

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