Mason Funeral Home

Mason Funeral Home Locally owned and operated by Joseph Swords providing traditional funeral and cremation services. Welcome to the Mason Funeral Home page.

It is our hope that you will find this information helpful as you learn more about the services and facilities that we can provide during your time of need. We were established in July of 1999, and are a locally owned and family operated funeral home. We consider it an honor to open our home to you in your time of need.

Mr. Ronald Leps, age 62, of Summerville, GA, passed away Saturday, March 7, 2026.Mr. Leps was born August 30, 1963, in P...
03/11/2026

Mr. Ronald Leps, age 62, of Summerville, GA, passed away Saturday, March 7, 2026.

Mr. Leps was born August 30, 1963, in Philadelphia, PA, son of the late Raymond Leps and Rose Marie Geary Moore. He was previously employed for many years with The Goody Barn and also worked as a handyman. Mr. Leps was a member of Lyerly Lodge # 338, F&AM, as well as the Chattooga Shrine Club.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Alexander Leps.

Survivors include his son, Devin Leps; daughters, Starla Robinson and Kayla Leps; brothers, Raymond Leps and Leonard Leps; sisters, Charmaine Kollman, Diane Davis, Ramona Leps, Rose VanHettinga, and Renee Cincotti; grandchildren, Alaina Robinson, Briana Robinson, Trevor Morgan, Trent Morgan, Easton Bradley, Berri Leps, and Leon Leps; great-grandchildren, Oaklynn Amerine and Stella Robinson; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services with Masonic Rites will be held at 1:00 P.M. Saturday, March 14, 2026, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Min. Deon Phillips officiating.

Mr. Leps will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. on Friday.

To share your condolences with the family online, please visit our website at www.masonfuneralhome.com

Ms. Janet Elinor Treadaway, age 77, of Menlo, GA, joined her grandson, Zachary, in Heaven on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at ...
03/10/2026

Ms. Janet Elinor Treadaway, age 77, of Menlo, GA, joined her grandson, Zachary, in Heaven on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at Kindred Hospital in Chattanooga, TN.

Ms. Treadaway was born September 28, 1948, in Norfolk, MA, daughter of the late Donald Harold Lang and Elinor Mable Johnson Lang.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Beverly Lang and Donna Melzer; grandson, Zachary Mejia; and a great-granddaughter, Azalea Bullock.

Survivors include her son, Ricky Treadaway; daughters, Georgina (Buford) Knopps, Sarah Mejia, Kristen Bullock, and Katy Simpson; brothers, Kevin Lang, Johnny Lang; a sister, Cynthia “Cindy” (Neil) Musante; grandchildren, Nick Mejia, Jonathon Mejia, Sophia Mejia, Kaylee Knopps, Gabriel Knopps, Katherine Bullock, Kristen Posada, Douglas Simpson, and Cara Simpson

Graveside and interment services will be held at 12:30 P.M. Thursday, March 12, 2026, at Lyerly Cemetery with Rev. Freddie Bell officiating. Pallbearers will be Jonathan Mejia, Nick Mejia, and Buford Knopps.

There will be no visitation and those wishing to attend the graveside service are asked to meet at Lyerly Cemetery.

To share your condolences with the family online, please visit our website at www.masonfuneralhome.com

Mr. Eugene Franklin “Gene” Todd, age 82, of Gaylesville, AL, died Sunday, March 8, 2026, at his residence.Mr. Todd was b...
03/09/2026

Mr. Eugene Franklin “Gene” Todd, age 82, of Gaylesville, AL, died Sunday, March 8, 2026, at his residence.

Mr. Todd was born April 21, 1943, in Jamestown, AL, son of the late Milton and Ethel McCullough Todd. He was a member and Deacon of Faith Baptist Church of Gaylesville, and prior to his retirement, was self-employed in the logging industry.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Hartline Todd; brother, Johnny (Charlotte) Todd; sisters, Louise (Charles) Bynum, and Azie (John) Crane.

Survivors include his wife, Vera Todd; daughters, Beth (Jeremy) Fletcher, Stephanie (Bobby) Kuykendall; a sister, Karen (Lee) Warren; grandchildren, Parker Fletcher, Aydn Heinrich, Devyn (Eric) West, Madison Dobbs; and great-grandchildren, Isla West and Kiplin West.

Funeral services will be held at 4:00 P.M. (GA Time) Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at Faith Baptist Church with Pastor Clay Moreland and Rev. Jim VanPelt officiating. Interment will follow in the Faith Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Lee Warren, Austyn Todd, Dewayne Bynum, Buster Bynum, Kenny Wilbanks, and Richard McCullough.

Mr. Todd will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. (GA Time) on Tuesday. He will also lie in state at the church on Wednesday from 3:00 P.M. until the hour of service.

To share your condolences with the family online, please visit our website at www.masonfuneralhome.com

Mr. James Larry Norton, age 69, of Summerville, GA, passed away Saturday, March 7, 2026, at his residence.Mr. Norton was...
03/09/2026

Mr. James Larry Norton, age 69, of Summerville, GA, passed away Saturday, March 7, 2026, at his residence.

Mr. Norton was born November 5, 1956, in Summerville, GA, son of the late James Calvin Norton, Sr. and Lora Frances Tucker Norton. He was a member of Four Mile Baptist Church, and prior to his retirement, was employed with AT&T Mr. Norton was also a veteran of the United States Air Force. He was retired from the National Guard where he served as a Senior Master Sergeant.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant sister, Diane Norton.

Survivors include his wife, Myra Wade Norton; son, James Eric Norton (Ashley Lynn); sisters, Joan Sheryl (Dale) Willingham, Linda (Emory) Tallent, and Karen (David) Fletcher; grandchildren, Lyndee Norton and Asher Norton.

Funeral services will be held at 12:00 Noon Wednesday, March 11, 2026, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Joel Smith officiating. Interment will follow in Summerville Cemetery. Pallbearers will be David Fletcher, Jr., Brian Hammitt, Robby Kelley, Casey Hunter, Michael Parker, and Stephen Parker.

Mr. Norton will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 11:00 A.M. until the hour of service on Wednesday.

To share your condolences with the family online, please visit our website at www.masonfuneralhome.com

Kathy Lynn Hix, 68, of Rome, Georgia, went home to be with Jesus on March 2, 2026, surrounded by her family. Kathy was b...
03/04/2026

Kathy Lynn Hix, 68, of Rome, Georgia, went home to be with Jesus on March 2, 2026, surrounded by her family. Kathy was born on July 25, 1957, in Rome, Georgia.

A loving wife, mother, and grandmother, Kathy devoted her life to showing God's love to others, especially children. She worked as a librarian who loved to read and was a joyful member of the church choir, where she praised God through song.

She is survived by her loving husband of 43 years, Dr. Alan Hix; her daughter, Kelly Johnson (Ben); grandchildren, Aria, Lydia, and Beau; and her sisters, Susan Simms (Peter) and Katie Woodring (Jeff). She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Frances Kelly.

A celebration of life will be held on Friday, March 6, 2026 at 5 pm at Pisgah Baptist Church in Rome. The family will receive friends for an hour prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests the donation of memorial Bibles through Gideon’s International.

To share your condolences with the family online, please visit our website at www.masonfuneralhome.com

Mr. Alexander Leroy “Al” James, Jr., age 69, of Chattanooga, TN, passed away Monday, March 2, 2026, at his residence.Mr....
03/03/2026

Mr. Alexander Leroy “Al” James, Jr., age 69, of Chattanooga, TN, passed away Monday, March 2, 2026, at his residence.

Mr. James was born February 26, 1957, in Trion, GA, son of the late Alexander Leroy James, Sr. and Linnie Lipham James. He was of the Baptist faith and was a devoted husband, father, and Paw Paw. Mr. James was also a veteran of the United States Air Force where he served from 1976 – 1980. Prior to his retirement, he was employed in the maintenance department of Mount Vernon Mills.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Becky James and Mary Ann Henderson; a brother, Randy James; and a granddaughter, Arabella Poster.

Survivors include his wife, Tina James; daughters, Ashley (Michael) Poster, Alexandria (Kendall) Turnbull; sisters, Alexa (Curtis) Stoner, Kim Piper; grandchildren, Benjamin, Zoe, and Lillian “Varmit”; sisters-in-law, Mona Beal, Patti Karr; special niece, Brittany Watson; several nieces, nephews, and cousins; and his beloved dog, General.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 P.M. Thursday, March 5, 2026, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Mr. Kendall Turnbull officiating.

Mr. James will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 1:00 P.M. until the hour of service on Thursday.

To share your condolences with the family online, please visit our website at www.masonfuneralhome.com

Mr. Thomas Austin Cole, age 79, of Menlo, GA, died Friday, February 27, 2026, at his residence.Mr. Cole was born July 29...
02/28/2026

Mr. Thomas Austin Cole, age 79, of Menlo, GA, died Friday, February 27, 2026, at his residence.

Mr. Cole was born July 29, 1946, in Summerville, GA, son of the late Thomas Edison Cole and Lela Alberta McConnell Cole. He was a member of New Antioch Baptist Church, and prior to his retirement, was employed with World Carpet. He had also worked several years at Best Manufacturing. Mr. Cole was a dedicated wrestling fan and a c**n hunting champion. His greatest love was for his family and he was saved by God’s grace!

Survivors include his wife, Juanita Womack Cole; daughter, Lela Renae (Carl) Maynard; grandchildren, John (Elana) Brown, Tommy Meadows, and Isaiah Maynard; great-grandchildren, Lela Maynard, Lauren Brown, and Elijah Bailey.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Sunday, March 1, 2026, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Harold Helton and Rev. Brian Williams officiating. Interment will follow in Garrett Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Rodney Womack, Hunter Williams, Johnny Hartline, Bear Brown, Jeremy Croy, and Dan Bullard. Honorary pallbearers will be Ginger Marshall, the members of Liberty Baptist Church, his Cedartown family, and his beloved Chihuahua, Daisy.

Mr. Cole will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. Saturday, February 28, 2026.

The family respectfully requests no flowers.

To share your condolences with the family online, please visit our website at www.masonfuneralhome.com

Mr. Gary Nolan Kitterman, age 84, of Summerville, GA, died Saturday, February 21, 2026, at his residence.Mr. Kitterman w...
02/23/2026

Mr. Gary Nolan Kitterman, age 84, of Summerville, GA, died Saturday, February 21, 2026, at his residence.

Mr. Kitterman was born March 15, 1941. He was retired from the United States Air Force with 28 years of service.

He was preceded in death by several siblings.

Survivors include his wife, Betty Ann Graham Kitterman; daughters, Beth Campbell and Carol Zemlicka; brothers, Leland Kitterman and Bill Kitterman; and several grandchildren.

There will be no formal services and private entombment will be held at Greenhills Memory Gardens.

Ms. Bernice “Bonnie” Ward age 73 of Gaylesville, AL passed away Thursday, February 19, 2026 at her residence.Ms. Ward wa...
02/19/2026

Ms. Bernice “Bonnie” Ward age 73 of Gaylesville, AL passed away Thursday, February 19, 2026 at her residence.
Ms. Ward was born November 11, 1952 in St. Louis Missouri to the late Sandy Howard and Margaret Lea Ward. She was retired from Century Glove and was Baptist by faith. Ms. Ward was a very spirited person who loved caring for her family and especially her grandchildren.
Along with her parents she is preceded in death by Mildred Wilson, Lewis Wilson, Rita Wilson, Jim Easton, Jimmy Easton, Sharon Easton, and Jessica Bond.
Survivors include her spouse, Steve Wilson; children, Timothy Hogue, Beth (Mark) Floyd, and Crystal (Barry) Chandler; siblings, Howard (Linda) Ward, Richard (Pam) Ward, Andrew Ward, Sammy Ward, Marilyn (Ron) Stewart, Terrie Easton, and Mary Dillard; sister-in-law, Brenda Killen: aunts, Glenda (Steve) Eden, Iva Lea, and Carol (Terry) Ramey; grandchildren, Collin Hogue, and Ashleigh Markusson; great-grandchild, Aubrey Markusson, 1 great-grandchild on the way; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Funeral services to celebrate the life of Ms. Ward will take place Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 12:00 Noon EST in the chapel of Mason Funeral Home with Rev. Steve Burns officiating. Interment will follow at Bankhead Cemetery with family members serving as pallbearers.
The family will receive friends Saturday from 11:00 AM EST until the service hour at the funeral home.
To share you condolences online, please visit www.MasonFuneralHome.com.
Arrangements are provided by Mason Funeral Home, Summerville, GA.

Ms. Melissa Saralyn “Lisa” Morrow, age 55, of Summerville, GA, died Sunday, February 8, 2026, at her residence.Ms. Morr...
02/10/2026

Ms. Melissa Saralyn “Lisa” Morrow, age 55, of Summerville, GA, died Sunday, February 8, 2026, at her residence.

Ms. Morrow was born May 25, 1970, in Summerville, GA, daughter of the late Russell David Morrow and Carolyn Etta Morrow. She had previously been employed as a Certified Nursing Assistant. Ms. Morrow loved NASCAR and was an avid fan of the Georgia Bulldogs. Lisa was such a warm and loving person, so much so that all the kids in the neighborhood loved coming to visit her.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brothers, Clint McCary and Mike McCary.

Survivors include her son, Patrick Morrow; special friend, Greg Plunkett; brothers, Jeff (Michelle) McCary, Greg Morrow; aunt, Brenda Ward; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 12:00 Noon Wednesday, February 11, 2026, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Kevin J. Norton officiating. Interment will follow in West Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers include her cousins and nephews.

Ms. Morrow will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 11:00 A.M. until the hour of service on Wednesday.

To share your condolences with the family online, please visit our website at www.masonfuneralhome.com

Rev. Greg Ledford, age 70, of Gaylesville, AL, passed away Saturday, February 7, 2026, at his residence.Rev. Ledford was...
02/09/2026

Rev. Greg Ledford, age 70, of Gaylesville, AL, passed away Saturday, February 7, 2026, at his residence.

Rev. Ledford was born July 22, 1955, in Summerville, GA, son of Joy Powell Ledford and the late Bob Ledford. He was a member of Teloga Baptist Church, and prior to his retirement, was employed as a supervisor with Mohawk Industries. Rev. Ledford had previously pastored at Mount Calvary Baptist Church as well as at Chesterfield Baptist Church. His first love was Jesus Christ, but his other loves included his wife, Judy, the Alabama Crimson Tide, and c**n hunting.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his brother, Doug Ledford.

Survivors include his wife, Judy Cavin Ledford; daughter, Carla (Keith) Green; sons, Greg (Heather) Ledford, Jr., Tyler (Aisha) White, Vernon (Rhonda) White, Brandon (Amber) White; mother, Joy Ledford; sister, Gina Hutcherson; grandchildren, Braxton White, Kadence White, Presley White, Tyler (Katie) Edgeman, Logan (Alison) Edgeman, Chandler (Leslie) Green, Gracie Ledford, Halle Ledford, Katy Wade, Ronald Mann, Destiny Wade, Mariah Wade, Darron Holcomb, Dillon Holcomb, and Kristian Mobbs; several great-grandchildren; and special friend, Johnny Gentry.

Funeral services will be held at 3:30 P.M. (GA Time) Wednesday, February 11, 2026, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Tony Weaver and Rev. Doug Mattux officiating. Interment will follow in AMI Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Vernon White, Brandon White, Johnny Gentry, Chuck Powell, Ted DeBerry, and Tony Day. Honorary pallbearers will be the members of the Adult Sunday School Class of Teloga Baptist Church and the staff of Southern Care – New Beacon Hospice.

Rev. Ledford will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 1:30 P.M. (GA Time) until the hour of service on Wednesday.

To share your condolences with the family online, please visit our website at www.masonfuneralhome.com

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Welcome to the Mason Funeral Home page. It is our hope that you will find this information helpful as you learn more about the services and facilities that we can provide during your time of need. We were established in July of 1999, and are a locally owned and family operated funeral home. We consider it an honor to open our home to you in your time of need.