Cynthia Diane Holt
May 4, 2024
McDuffie County
Cynthia Diane Holt, 70, Thomson, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on May 4, 2024.
She was born in Rockford, Illinois, grew up in Glascock County and lived most of her life in McDuffie. Cynthia worked as a CNA with Family Care Group in Thomson, Georgia until her retirement. She enjoyed camping and especially...
Harriett "Hattie" Lugenia Bullard
May 2, 2024
McDuffie County
Harriett "Hattie" Lugenia Bullard, 67, Thomson, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on May 2, 2024.
She was born in Thomson, Georgia, grew up in Thomson and lived all her in Thomson, Georgia.  Hattie retired from food services with the McDuffie County School System. She was Methodist by faith enjoyed serving her Church and...
Robert "Robin" Edmond Brown
Apr 28, 2024
Robert Edmond Brown, known affectionately as Robin by his friends and family, passed from injuries in a motorcycle accident on April 28, 2024, at the age of 60 in Augusta, Georgia. Born on July 24, 1963, in Wilkes County, Georgia, Robin was a man whose hands were as warm as his heart, always ready to give and fix with...
Hershel James Wood
Apr 20, 2024
Hershel James Wood, known affectionately to his friends and family as Hershel, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2024, in Thomson, Georgia. Born on December 1, 1954, in the serene town of Waynesville, North Carolina, Hershel spent his childhood surrounded by the picturesque beauty of the mountains, an environment that instilled in him a lifelong appreciation for the simplicity...
Allen Dye
Apr 15, 2024
McDuffie County
Everett "Allen" Dye, 74, Thomson, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on April 15, 2024.
Allen was born in Washington, Georgia on March 26, 1950, grew up as a child in Warren County and has lived in McDuffie County for forty-six years. He worked as a maintenance superintendent and retired from Kellogg's. Allen served...
Caleb Drew Clark
Apr 10, 2024
Caleb Drew Clark age 35, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2024, in Lincolnton, Georgia. Born on January 21, 1989, in Augusta, Georgia, he was a man known for his warm smile, hearty laugh, and the innate ability to fix just about anything with his hands. Caleb was a graduate of Lincoln County High School, Class of 2007. His...
Lee "Gene" Eugene Andrews
Apr 10, 2024
Mr. Lee Eugene Andrews, known affectionately as Gene by his friends and family, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2024, in Lincolnton, Georgia. Born on March 1, 1939, in Wilkes County, Georgia, Gene's life was marked by his kindness, his handy skills, and his love for his family and community. Gene spent his childhood in Wilkes County, where he...
Charles William Lewis, Sr.
Apr 9, 2024
McDuffie County
Charles William Lewis, Sr, 84, beloved husband of Mrs. Trudy Eidson Lewis, of Thomson Ga died on April 9, 2024 at his home. He was diagnosed with glioblastoma in June 2023.
A private graveside service will be held at Westview Cemetery. A public memorial service will be held at the Belle Meade Fox...
Patricia Elizabeth (White) Smith
Apr 8, 2024
Mrs. Patricia Elizabeth White Smith, affectionately known as Patsy, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2024, at the age of 82 in Lincolnton, GA. Born on January 10, 1942, in McCormick, SC, she was a beacon of light and warmth to all who knew her. Patsy's life was marked by her unwavering kindness, love, and an insatiable curiosity that...
Andrea Barbara Thompson
Apr 8, 2024
McDuffie County
Andrea Barbara Thompson, 82, Thomson, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on April 8, 2024.
She was born in Brooklyn, New York on November 10, 1941 and grew up in New York. After high school, Andrea earned her bachelor's degree in nursing and joined the Army Nurse Corp. After marrying Mr. Thompson, she was...
Ruth Ann Husfelt
Apr 6, 2024
McDuffie County
Ruth Ann Husfelt, 80, Thomson, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on April 6, 2024.
She was born in Chestertown, Maryland, grew up in Maryland, has lived in Georgia for 21 years, and moved to the Thomson area two years ago. Ruth enjoyed meeting new people, riding her golf cart around the neighborhood, painting...
John "Johnny" Arthur Gilstrap
Apr 1, 2024
Columbia County
Mr. John Arthur Gilstrap, known affectionately as Johnny to his friends and family, entered into rest on April 1, 2024. Born on August 9, 1978, in Dahlonega, GA. Johnny's journey began as the cherished son of Gerald Gilstrap and the late Cathy Chandler Gilstrap. His life was a testament to love, marked by his devoted...
Craig Usry
Mar 31, 2024
Glascock County
Craig Usry, 63, Gibson, Georgia, entered into eternal rest while at his home on March 31, 2024. He was surrounded by his wife and children.
Craig was born in Augusta, Georgia on October 10, 1960. He grew up, went to school, lived, and loved his life in Glascock County. He was a lifelong...
Harry Thomas "Tommy/Dr. Tommy" Bradford, Jr.
Mar 29, 2024
McDuffie County
Harry Thomas "Tommy/Dr. Tommy" Bradford, Jr., 80, Thomson, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on March 29, 2024.
Tommy was born in Elberton, Georgia on October 4, 1943, grew up in Tignall, Georgia, lived most of his life in Wilkes County and moved to McDuffie County three years ago. He served his Country in...
Vonnie P. Poston
Mar 29, 2024
Mrs. Vonnie P. Poston, 95, of Thomson, Georgia went to be with her Lord and Savior
on March 29, 2024.
Vonnie was born to the late Cully Evans Poston and the late Capitola Jane Hanna Poston. She grew up in the Hanna Community of Florence County, South Carolina. Vonnie married the late Willard Clifford "Buster"...
Geneva (Buff) Maxwell
Mar 29, 2024
Ms. Geneva Buff Maxwell, 77, of Pine Ridge Road, Monroe, Georgia, passed away on Friday, March 29, 2024, at Piedmont Walton Hospital. She was born on September 7, 1946, to Robert Henry and Cora Lee Cassell Buff in Wilkes County. She spent most of her life in the Winder and Monroe areas. She loved to cook and was known...
Claude Cullen Powell
Mar 28, 2024
McDuffie County
Claude Cullen Powell, 74, better known as Coach Powell, passed away peacefully at home on March 28, 2024, after a two-year struggle with ALS. He was the son of Inez and Charlie Powell of Montrose, Georgia.
Mr. Powell was a native of Montrose, Georgia, in Laurens County, and attended Montrose Elementary School and...
Sandra Smith Brooks
Mar 25, 2024
McDuffie County
Sandra Smith Brooks, 68, Thomson, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on March 25, 2024.
Sandra was born in Thomson, Georgia on December 4, 1955, grew up in Thomson, Georgia, graduated from Thomson High School and lived all of her life in McDuffie County. She was Baptist by faith and a member of Sweetwater...
Beatrice Shepherd Howie
Mar 22, 2024
Thomson, Georgia
Phena Beatrice Shepherd Howie, 97, entered into rest at her home with family by her side on March 22, 2024. Born April 19, 1926, in Reems Creek, North Carolina to the late Floyd Denver Shepherd and Pansy Maney Shepherd, she was the oldest of ten children and raised on the family's tobacco farm in Weaverville,...
Lois Strother Thornton
Mar 22, 2024
McDuffie County
Mrs. Lois Strother Thornton, 99, Thomson, Georgia entered into eternal rest on March 22, 2024.
Mrs. Lois was born in Lincolnton, Georgia, on April 23, 1924, grew up in Lincolnton and Thomson, graduated from Thomson High School, lived most of her life in Thomson, Georgia. She was Baptist by faith and a member...
