Mason Funeral Home

10/30/2025

Mr. Floyd L. Davenport, Sr., age 93, of Trion, GA, died Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at a NHC Fort Oglethorpe.

Mr. Davenport was born November 13, 1931 in Blue Ridge, GA, to the late H.B. Davenport and Lula Conley Davenport. Mr. Davenport was a veteran of the US Army and prior to his retirement, he worked as a boiler operator at Mt. Vernon Mills. He enjoyed gardening, cooking, being outdoors, playing cards, entertaining and taking care of children, reminiscing and telling tall tales.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Davenport was preceded in death by his wife, Clara Stansell Davenport; brothers, Joe, Vester, Wayne, Charles, J.B., and Ernest Davenport; and sisters, Ruth Cochran, and Mae Hayes.

Survivors include his son, Floyd (Debbie) Davenport, Jr.; sisters, Bertie Shields, Betty Aaron, and Lola Bailey; sister – in –law, Doris Gillilan: grandchildren, Gary Davenport, and Stephanie (Jeff) Jenkins; great-grandchildren, Madicyn (Jacob) Morrisette and Mason Jenkins; and great- great grandchildren, Emersyn and Collyns Morrisette.

Funeral services to celebrate the life of Mr. Davenport will be held in Saturday, November, 1, 2025 at 2:00 PM at the chapel of Mason Funeral Home with Pastor, Phil Minter officiating. Interment will follow at Green Hill Memory Gardens with Jeff Jenkins, Mason Jenkins, Jacob Morrisette, Jerry Davenport and Roger Painter serving as pallbearers.

Mr. Davenport will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 12:00 until the hour of service on Saturday.

To share your condolences with the family online, please visit www.MasonFuneralHome.com.

10/29/2025

10/24/2025

Mrs. Bettye Louise Parker, age 94, of Gaylesville, AL, died Friday, October 24, 2025, at her residence.

Mrs. Parker was born November 2, 1930, in Wheelwright, KY, daughter of the late George and Glennie Anderson Vaughn. Mrs. Parker loved her family and children. She was the happiest when she was taking care of her children and all the children she babysat. She also loved gardening and cooking for her family and thrived on keeping her house spotless.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, W.A. Parker; son, Mike “Fuzz” Parker; brothers, Dick Vaughn, George Vaughn, Jr., and Clyde Vaughn; sisters, Evelyn Jennings, Dot Wright, and Teresa Ray.

Survivors include her son, Tony Parker; daughters, Debbie (Ernie) Hester, Sheila (Donnie) Bullard, Bonnie (Dan) Bullard, and Pam (Frog) Mason; a brother, Pete Vaughn; sister, Liz Saylors; 5 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren.

Graveside and interment services will be held at 12:00 Noon Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at AMI Cemetery with Rev. Steve Bishop officiating. Active pallbearers will be her grandsons, Blake Bullard, Adam Hester, Kyle Bullard, and Derek Bullard. Honorary pallbearers will be her son-in-laws, Ernie Hester, Dan Bullard, Donnie Bullard, and Frog Mason.

There will be no visitation at the funeral home, but the family would like to invite all friends and family members to assemble at AMI Cemetery just prior to the service time.

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

10/24/2025

Mrs. Alma “Jean” “MawMaw” Maddux, age 86, of Trion, GA, passed peacefully surrounded by her family on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at her residence.

Mrs. Maddux was born February 15, 1939, in LaFayette, GA, daughter of the late Oscar and Mary Baty Owens. She was a member of Trion United Methodist Church and was retired from LaFayette Hosiery Mill.

Mrs. Maddux loved spending time with her grandchildren. She also enjoyed traveling, sewing, and working with her flowers.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by sons, Tommy Cline and Franky Cline; a daughter, Patricia Maddux; sister, Jessie Davis; and a brother, Ross Owens.

Survivors include her husband, Graham Maddux, Sr.; daughters, Kaye (Randy) Riddle, Pam Maddux, and Janet Maddux; sons, Colby Dane (Vanessa) Maddux, George Maddux, Jr., Dennis (Ann) Maddux, and Dave (Linda) Dunwoody; a sister, Debbie (Guy) Smith; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 P.M. Tuesday, October 28, 2025, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Bill Coady and Rev. David Autrey officiating. Interment will follow in West Hill Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be B.J. Eleam, Chris Ellenburg, J.T. Maddux, Striker Bates, Christopher King, and Cody McGraw. Honorary pallbearers will be Mike Ellenburg and the members of Trion United Methodist Church.

Mrs. Maddux 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 Tuesday.

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

10/24/2025

Mrs. Wilene Brooks Bishop, age 90, of Lyerly, GA, passed away Thursday, October 23, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family.

Born December 13, 1934, to Bill and Eva Woods Brooks, Wilene lived a long, full life devoted to her family, her faith, and her community.

Wilene was a member of Lyerly First Baptist Church for over 70 years. Her strong faith and commitment to her church were central to her life. She served her community through her work as a nutritionist at the Parent Child Center and later as a school bus driver, retiring from the Chattooga County School System. A true southern matriarch, Wilene was known for her hospitality and love of cooking – her home was always open, and the table always full. She delighted in having a house bustling with family and friends, believing the more the merrier. She also had a love for travel and found joy in exploring new places with loved ones.

Above all, Wilene will be remembered as a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother whose kindness, strength, and unconditional love shaped the lives of everyone around her.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Ralph Bishop; her brothers, Howard Brooks and Clyde Brooks; and her son-in-law, Bobby Goodnight.

Survivors include her children, Rodney and Jan Bishop, Tina and Zane Ham, and Gina Goodnight. She was a proud and loving grandmother to Stacy and Jennifer Bishop, Adrienne and Brian Bennett, Chance and Carla Ham, and Addie and Scott Allums. Her legacy continues through her great-grandchildren, Ashley and Justin Goodridge, Tyler Bishop, Devon and Annslee Bishop, Kaylin Bishop, Reagan Ham, Callie Allums, Andrew Allums, Mackie Bennett, and Briggs Bennett; and her great-great-grandchildren, Dawson Crane, Anna Reece, and Graham Reece; a twin sister, Irene Brooks Bishop, and a sister, Shirley Brooks Willingham. She also leaves behind many nieces and nephews who held a special place in her heart.

Funeral services will be held at 4:30 P.M. Sunday, October 26, 2025, from the Lyerly First Baptist Church, with Dr. James Baird and Rev. Jon Campbell officiating. Interment will follow in Lyerly Cemetery. Pallbearers will be grandsons, Stacy Bishop and Chance Ham, great-grandsons, Tyler Bishop, Devon Bishop, Andrew Allums, and Griggs Bennett; and great-great-grandsons, Dawson Crane and Graham Reece.

Mrs. Bishop will be in state at Lyerly First Baptist Church and the family will receive friends from 2:30 P.M. until the hour of service on Sunday.

In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests contributions be made to the Lyerly Cemetery Fund (P.O. Box 85 – Lyerly, GA 30730) in memory of Wilene Bishop. Please make checks to “Lyerly Churches Cemetery Fund.”

Her life was a blessing, her memory a treasure – she is loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.

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

10/23/2025

Ms. Jimmie Sue Kirby, age 76, of Menlo, GA, died Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at Atrium Health Floyd.

Ms. Kirby was born January 18, 1949, in Trion, GA, daughter of the late Harold H. “Jim” Baker and Margaret Elizabeth Espy Baker. She attended Menlo Faith Baptist Church and was retired from Mohawk Industries. She had also previously been employed with Richie’s Men and Boys Shop and Orchid Cleaners.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother-in-law, Fred Eller; and former spouse, Steve Kirby.

Survivors include her sons, Stacy (Angel) Rinehart, Kelly Kirby; sister, Barbara Eller; grandchildren, Matthew Rinehart, Brayden Kirby, Lane Rosson, Jaylen White, and Kannon Kirby; nieces, Dee Anna Ward, Abby (Jerry) Scott.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 P.M. Saturday, October 25, 2025, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Scott Quinn and Rev. Casey Bramlett officiating. Interment will follow in AMI Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Mike Clem, Matt Rinehart, Joe Middleton, Tracy Thrasher, Tad Allen, Cash Allen, and Cole Allen.

Ms. Kirby 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 Saturday.

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

10/23/2025

Mr. Marvin Wesley Agan, age 83, of Niceville, FL (formerly of Summerville, GA), died Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at The Opal at Bluewater Bay Assisted Living Center.

Mr. Agan was born April 4, 1942, in Centre, AL, son of the late Cecil Hudon Agan and Thelma Truly Smith Agan. He was a proud veteran of the United States Navy, a member of the American Legion Post # 129, and was a retired educator with LaFayette High School.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Athel Mae Walker Agan; daughter, April Reed; granddaughter, Erin Prince; 2 sisters; and 3 brothers.

Survivors include his children, Deborah (Chuck) Sizemore, Christopher (Kelly) Agan, Connie (Bryan) Hawkins; 10 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; and honorary siblings, Deborah Jean and Larry Blackwell.

Funeral services for Mr. Agan will be held at 2:00 P.M. Sunday, October 26, 2025, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Charles Izell officiating. Interment will follow in Weiss Lake Memorial Gardens. Active pallbearers will be Chuck Sizemore, Larry Blackwell, Jonathan Ariail, Hayden Sizemore, Chris Agan, and Chad Hawkins. Honorary pallbearers will be Hudson Ariail and Declan Agan.

Mr. Agan will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 12:00 Noon until the hour of service on Sunday.

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

10/20/2025

Mrs. Sarah Anne Ryan, age 49, of Trion, GA, died Sunday, October 19, 2025, from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident.

Mrs. Ryan was born November 13, 1975, in Buffalo, NY, daughter of Bonnie Marie Orr Ryan and the late Michael Thomas Ryan. She was currently employed with QCells and had previously worked with U.P.S. as well as FedEx. She loved traveling and spending time in the outdoors. She was also an avid golfer and was the commissioner of a weekly football league.

In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her grandparents, Margaret Orr and Ross Orr.

Survivors include her spouse, Jessica Ryan; her mother, Bonnie Ryan; children, Jesse (Emily) Ryan, Lyndsey (Sarah) Johns, Jay (Dawn) Johns, Clayton Ryan, and Elijah Ryan; and brother, Douglas Ryan.

A memorial service for Mrs. Ryan will be planned at a later date..

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

10/12/2025

Mr. Bill Crain, age 83, of Menlo, GA, passed away Saturday, October 11, 2025, at his residence after an extended illness.

Mr. Crain was born October 23, 1941, in Trion, GA, son of the late Benjamin Davis Crain and Bertha Lee Vernon Hogg Crain. Prior to his retirement, he was employed as a night watchman with the City of Menlo. He had also previously worked at Best Manufacturing and he had operated Hall’s Texaco, one of the last full-service stations in the area. Mr. Crain enjoyed hunting and being outdoors.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Margaret Hegwood.

He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Mary Padgett Crain; a daughter, Joy McCary; 2 grandchildren, Ty and Lucas McCary; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 P.M. Tuesday, October 14, 2025, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Terry Hampton and Rev. Alton Stamey officiating. Interment will follow in AMI Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Tim Hogg, Roy Padgett, John Mason, Richard Gifford, Mark Padgett, and Tommy Meadows. Honorary pallbearers will be Thomas Cole, Raymond Ware, and the nurses from Heyman Hospice.

Mr. Crain 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 Tuesday.

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

10/11/2025

Mrs. Bonnie Mae Woodall, age 81, of LaFayette, GA, died Thursday, October 9, 2025, at her residence.

Mrs. Woodall was born June 15, 1944, in Centre, AL, daughter of the late Curtis Lee Woodall and Virginia Camilla Haggard Woodall. Prior to her retirement, she was employed with Albertson’s Grocery.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Gwen Woodall; as well as several aunts and uncles.

Survivors include her life-long partner, Chaz Lownsbury; a son, Eddie Jackson; daughter, Melinda Clark; a sister, Tinker Gillespie; grandchildren, David (Tammy) Severs, Heather Clark (Kyle), Nikki Jackson, Dewayne Clark, Chris (Tiffany) Jackson, and Curtis (Jessica) Cochran; great-grandchildren, Nasiah McVay, Layla Mae Clark, and Deegan Cochran.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Monday, October 13, 2025, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Mike Smith and Mr. Charles Bennett officiating. Interment will follow in Lyerly Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Scott Horne, Andrew Gillespie, Butch Allmon, Randall Abernathy, James Abernathy, and Wesley Dawson. Honorary pallbearers will be Billy Abernathy, Allen Clark, and David Severs.

Mrs. Woodall will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. on Sunday, October 12, 2025.

The Woodall family would like to extend a special thanks to Julie Watson and Jada Whitfield with Pruitt Health Hospice.

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10/08/2025

In lieu of flowers the family respectfully requests that memorial donations be made directly to the funeral home to assist with funeral expenses.
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10/08/2025

Mr. Lamar “Marty” Boyd age 58 of Summerville, GA passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, October 7, at his residence.

Mr. Boyd was born January 31, 1967 in Summerville, GA to the late James Sr. and Carol Price Boyd. Marty was a devoted husband, father, brother, and friend who’s kindness and laughter touched everyone who knew him. He was retired from Best Manufacturing and also worked at Chattooga County Public Works. He enjoyed spending time with his family, attending church at Pentecostal Power Ministries, and tinkering with small projects. He was a loving and caring man who was always willing to help anyone, even after his health began to decline.

Along with his parents he is preceded in death by his nephew Joey Myers; and niece, Hope Boyd.

Survivors include his loving wife, Lisa Keef Boyd; daughter, Lindsey (Jerry) Eller; granddaughter, Gracie Eller; brothers, Chuck (Stacy) Boyd, Junior (Margie) Boyd, and Rickey (Amy) Boyd; extended family members, Laura Sisemore, Mike Keef, Tammy Hill, Ashley (David) Robinson, Cooper and Adaline Robinson, fur baby Gbugg, John B, Christie & Belle Williams, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Funeral services to celebrate the life of Mr. Boyd will take place at 3:00 PM Sunday, October 12 at the chapel of Mason Funeral Home with Rev. Jason Boyd and Rev. Steve Collins officiating. A private family interment service will follow at Lyerly Cemetery with Cody Boyd, Rickey Boyd, Tyler Boyd, Chuck Boyd, Junior Boyd, Mike Keef, and Jerry Eller serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be “Sue Baby” Miller, Don Mason, members of Pentecostal Power Ministries, Sid Bandy, Allen Boyd, Wayne Boyd, Terry Eller, Jason Gilliland, and Jeff Dotson,

The family will receive friends from 2:00 – 3:00 PM Sunday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers the family respectfully requests that memorial donations be made directly to the funeral home to assist with funeral expenses.

To share your condolences with the family online, please visit www.MasonFuneralHome.com.

Arrangements are provided by Mason Funeral Home, Summerville, GA.