McAfee, H. H., Rev.
Jackson Progress Argus 27 Oct 1975
Rev. McAfee Died In Lakeland
     Rev. H. H. McAfee, one of the leaders in the Indian Springs Holiness Camp Ground Association and president of the Florida Camp Meeting Association at Lakeland, Fla. Died, Tuesday morning, November 25th, at a Lakeland hospital after suffering a heart attack at his residence Saturday night.
     Mr. McAfee was founder and only president the Florida Camp Meeting Association ever had. The Florida Camp was born at Indian Springs when a group of men met together and agreed that camp meeting could be held in the winter in Florida and in Georgia in the summer, according to Mrs. J. B. Hardwick, Mr. McAfee's daughter.
     Mr. McAfee had been coming to Indian Springs Camp Meeting for almost sixty years and he worked for the Methodist Conference in the State of Florida. The late Dr. H.C. Morrison asked Mr. McAfee to come to work for Asbury College and later he worked for Asbury Seminary for some 25 years.
     Born April 13, 1887 in Tennessee, Mr. McAfee attended Asbury College where he met his late wife and they moved to Atlanta and later to Florida.
     He was a school teacher, a pastor, president of the camp, and a member of the Asbury faculty.
     Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at two o'clock from the new Tabernacle at the Florida Holiness Camp.
     Mr. McAfee is survived by two daughters, Mrs. J. B. (Mary) Hardwick. of Lakeland, Fla., and Mrs. Kathryn Start of Philadelphia, Pa.; a son, Henderson Hayden McAfee, Jr. of Houston, Texas; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren.

McAfee, Tommie Wethington
Jackson Progress Argus
Mrs. McAfee Passes In Lakeland, Fla.
     Mrs. H. H. McAfee, 78, of 220 Carlton, Lakeland, Florida, died Saturday morning at Lakeland General Hospital after a short illness.
     Mrs. McAfee, the former Miss, was born in Atlanta and moved from Orlando to Lakeland where she had resided since 1931.
     Mrs. McAfee and her family were widely known in Jackson and Butts County where they had attended the Indian Springs Holiness Camp Ground meetings regularly since the late 1920's, usually coming up several weeks in advance of camp meeting.
     Mrs. McAfee was a minister and had dedicated her life to the ministry. She was a member, of the Evangelical Methodist Church, Eastern Conference, and attended Asbury College in Wilmore, Kentucky. She and her husband, Rev. H. Hayden McAfee, helped found the Florida Holiness Camp Ground in Lakeland.
     Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at two o'clock at the Chapel of Dukes-Steen Funeral Home in Lakeland with Dr. T. M. Anderson, Dr. Harold Loman, and Rev. Ralph Goodwin, pastor of the Jackson Church of the Nazarene, officiating. Interment was in Oak Hill Burial Park.
     Mrs. McAfee is survived by her husband, Rev. H. Hayden McAfee, Lakeland, Fla.; one son, Henderson Hayden McAfee Jr., Peoria, Ill.; two daughters, Mrs. Joseph Baute Hardwick, Lakeland, Fla., and Mrs. Horace Coates Coleman Jr., of Philadelphia, Pa.: a sister, Mrs. James Arthur Green, Miami, Fla.; five grandchildren; one great grandchild.

McAllister, W. E.
  The Jackson Argus May 9, 1902
     W. E. McAllister, one of this section's best farmers, died Tuesday last, at the age of 50 years. While he lived just across the Monroe county line, near High Falls, he was well and favorably known in Jackson, where he came often and did most of his trading. He married the daughter of Dr. J. A. Wright. He was a good man and his loss will be generally mourned. The Argus extends sympathy to the bereaved.

McAuliffe, Sara Willie Warr
Jackson Progress Argus July 5, 1973
Mrs. McAuliffe, Buried At Greenwood
     Mrs. Sara Willie Warr McAuliffe, 86, of Route 2, Jackson, died at 6:45 o'clock Thursday evening, June 28th, at the Brightmore Medical Care Home in Griffin following a, long period of declining health.
     Born January 13, 1887 in Louisville, Jefferson County, she was the daughter of the late Mr. Thomas Theron Warr and the late Mrs. Willie Randolph Cooper Warr, both of Jefferson County. Mrs. McAuliffe was a member of the Macedonia Baptist Church.
     Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock from the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with Rev. R. W. Jenkins, pastor of Macedonia Baptist Church officiating. Interment was in Greenwood Cemetery in Atlanta with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. McAuliffe is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Herman H. Harris of Jackson one son R. A. McAuliffe, Jr. of Forest, Mississippi; two grandchildren, Robert H. Harris of Norcross and Robert A. McAuliffe III of Forest, Miss.; two sisters, Mrs. Mary Derryberry of Kissimmee, Fla. and Mrs. Irene Stepheris of Augusta; three great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers were J. T. Harris, Hinson McAuliffe Judson Harmon, Claude Burress, Rogers McAuliffe.

McBride, Bemon Gilmore
Jackson Progress Argus 15 Oct 1964
Bemon McBride Buried At Jackson Sunday
     Funeral services for Mr. Bemon McBride, 69, a native of Butts County, were conducted Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Baptist Tabernacle in Macon. Burial was in the Jackson City Cemetery that afternoon at 4 o'clock. Mr. McBride died suddenly Friday morning, October 9, at his son's home in Columbus while on a visit.
     Mr. McBride, a retired meat cutter who owned and operated the Macon Fish Company until he retired two years ago, was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. H. C. McBride, life long residents of Butts County. He was a member of the Baptist Tabernacle for the past 31 years and had served as a deacon for the past 12 years. He was a member of the Masons and the Woodmen of the World. He and his wife, the former Miss Ethel Newman of Butts County, made their home at 5310 Bloomfield Road in Macon.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Ethel McBride of Macon; two sons, Bemon McBride Jr. of Columbus, Lester McBride of Macon; one daughter, Mrs. Frank Peak of Cleveland, Ohio; one sister, Mrs. R. R. Edwards of Jackson; several nieces and nephews.

McBride, Henry Clay
Jackson Progress Argus 27 Aug 1942
H. C. McBride Died Suddenly While On Visit
     The death of Henry Clay McBride, 74 years of age, occurred early Monday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. L. E. McMichael in Augusta, as the result of a heart attack. He passed away in his sleep.
     Mr. McBride, esteemed resident of Jackson, was visiting his children in Augusta when he was stricken. He was born June 8, 1868, a son of John Wesley McBride and Susan Eddlemon McBride, the latter of Alabama. Connected with pioneer families of the county, he spent most of his life here and during his active years was a carpenter and artisan of ability. In recent years he had retired from active work and spent his time with his children in Jackson, Macon and Augusta. He was a member of the Baptist church and Woodmen of the World.
     He had hosts of friends among all classes and his sudden death brings personal sorrow to friends and acquaintances.
     Surviving are three children, Mrs. R. R. Edwards of Jackson; B. G. McBride of Macon; Mrs. L. E. McMichael of Augusta. He is also survived by six grandchildren.
     Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at 4 o'clock at the home of Mr. and Mrs. R. R. Edwards, with Rev. Gaither A. Briggs officiating. A large number of relatives and friends were present for a final tribute and expressed their love by numerous floral offerings.
     The pallbearers were H. L. Allen, Horace O'Neal, E. A. Godsey, Reba Maddox, H. O. Smith and W. C. Pooley. Burial was in the Jackson with Thornton Funeral cemetery Homes directing arrangements.

McBride, Isabell Phillips
Jackson Progress Argus 05 Jan 1993
     Isabell Phillips McBride, 87, formerly of Conyers died Mon., Jan. 3, at Sylvan Grove Hospital in Jackson.
     Funeral services were held Wed., Jan. 5, at First Baptist Church in Jackson with Rev. Danny Hughes officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mrs. McBride was a resident of Westbury Medical Care Home. She was a retired sales clerk and a member of the Salvation Army.
     Survivors include children, Margaret B. Dunn of Woodbridge, Dorothy Richey of Conyers and Raymond McBride of Ocala, 13 grandchildren (locally is Elaine Dunn); 40 great grandchildren; eight great great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
     Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

McBride, Tallulah Victoria Maddox
Jackson Progress-Argus Feb 8, 1940
Mrs. H. C McBride Claimed By Death
     Mrs. H. C. McBride, 72 years of age, beloved Jackson resident for many years, died at her home Monday night after a critical illness of several days. Her death brought sorrow to a host of friends here and elsewhere in the state.
     The former Miss Tallulah Maddox, oldest daughter of the late James Gaston Maddox and Mrs. Hattie Thaxton Maddox, members of pioneer families, she spent most of her life in Butts county. She observed her 72nd birthday on January 15. Mrs, McBride was admired for her high qualities of character and was held in warm affection by all with whom she associated.
     Surviving relatives are her husband, Henry Clay McBride, Macon businessman; Mrs. R. R. Edwards, of Jackson, and Mrs. Ellsworth McMichael, of Augusta; six grandchildren, Beman McBride, Jr., Lester and Joyce McBride, of Macon, Elsworth McMichael, Jr., Lynwood and Edrie Lyle McMichael, of Augusta; two brothers, Dave C. Maddox, of Atlanta, who is seriously ill at this time, and Glenn C. Maddox, of Jackson; four sisters, Mrs. A.M. Smith, Mrs. Roy McMichael and Mrs. Clara McNair, of Jackson, and Mrs. Georgia Stewart, of Rex. Mrs. O. B Knowles is her aunt on her father's side and Mrs. Ida Bethel on her mother's side.
     Funeral services were held at the home on North Oak street Tuesday at 2:30 p. m. and Rev. Gaither A. Briggs, pastor of the First Baptist church, officiated. Pallbearers were her nephews, Glover Maddox, Herman Maddox, Randall Maddox, of Atlanta, Rebon and Bill Maddox, of Jackson, and Jim Smith, of Barnesville.
     Burial was in Jackson Cemetery with Thornton Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements.

McBryant, Jasper Phillip
Jackson Progress-Argus 22 Feb 1935
Mr. J. P. McBryant is Taken By Death
     Mr. Jasper Phillip McBryant, 74 years of age, beloved resident of Jackson, died Saturday night at his home on East Third street. Death followed a prolonged period of ill health.
     Mr. McBryant was born in LaFayette, Ga., where he spent his boyhood. Later he was affiliated with cotton mills in Augusta and from that city moved with his family to Jackson twenty-seven years ago. During his residence here he had been a valued employee of the Pepperton Cotton Mills, and held the position of department superintendent. He was regarded as an authority in his line of work and had the confidence of his associates. Ill health forced him to give up active work several months ago.
     Mr. McBryant possessed an agree able personality and had many friends among the people of town and county. He was regarded as a man of sterling worth and integrity. He proved a devoted husband and father and a loyal and trusting friend. Mr. McBryant was a member of the Methodist church and supported its causes liberally.
     He is survived by his wife, the former Miss Mary Fox, of Dalton; one sister, Mrs. Alice McGrady, of College Park; one brother, Mr. Bob McBryant, of Chattanooga, Tenn., several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were held from the Jackson Methodist church Monday morning at 11 o'clock, with the pastor, Rev. R. P. Etheridge, officiating. The minister paid tender tribute to the life and character of this estimable citizen, and beautiful floral offerings were sent by relatives, friends and organizations. The pallbearers were Messrs. H. O. Ball, R. J . Carmichael, H. M. Moore, H. M. Fletcher, Jr., J. W. Carter and, B. K. Carmichael. Interment was in the family lot in the Jackson city cemetery.
     Among the out-of-town for the funeral services were Mr. Bob McBryant and Miss Bernice McBryant of Chattanooga; Mr. and Mrs. M. E. Tucker and Mrs. A. H. Weems of Atlanta, Rev. and C. H. German, Miss Geraldine German and Mrs. B. J. Caldwell of Woodbury; Mr. J. D. Loner and Mr. A. R. Powell of Gadsden. Ala.; Mr. and Mrs. Sam Harden of Dalton; Mr. and Mrs. C. B. McElroy of Atlanta; Mr. and Mrs. Freeman of Blount.
     
McBryant, Mary F.
Jackson Progress Argus 18 Dec 1958
Mrs. J. P. McBryant Buried m Jackson Cemetery Dec. 17
     Graveside ,services were held Wednesday afternoon at three o'clock at the Jackson City Cemetery for Mrs. Mary F. McBryant, who died in a Rome convalescent home Monday morning.
     Mrs. McBryant, widow of the late J. P. McBryant, for a long number of years an overseer at Pepperton Cotton Mills, was born in Murray county but had lived in Jackson most of her life. She had many friends here who regret to learn of her passing. Her husband preceded her in death in the early thirties.
     Funeral services were held Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock at the West Rome Church of Christ. Jennings Funeral Home of Rome and' Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson were in charge of arrangements.

McBryant, Myrtle Estelle
  Butts County Progress April 30, 1915
Miss Myrtle McBride Claimed By Death
Beloved Young Girl Died Here Tuesday
     The death of Miss Myrtle Estelle McBryant, which occurred at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. P. McBryant, came as a distinct shock to her family and friends, since it was not generally known that she had grown worse. She had been in ill health for a number of years, but she bore her afflictions bravely and was always cheerful. She appreciated the kind attentions of her many friends and reciprocated them whenever possible.
     Although a shut-in for the greater part of her life, she busied herself with books, flowers and fancy-work, attaining great proficiency in the latter art.
     Miss McBryant was eighteen years of age, an only daughter and the idol of her fond parents and brother. Before her illness, she attended the public schools of Jackson and was held in the highest esteem by both teachers and pupils. She was also a member of the Jackson Methodist church and Sunday school.
     The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon from the Methodist church, Rev. Olin King conducting the simple services. The interment was in the City Cemetery. Many beautiful flowers were sent by school mates and friends.
     Besides her parents, she is survived by one brother, Clyde McBryant, and a number of relatives.
     The members of the family have the sympathy of a wide circle of friends in their great sorrow.

McBryant, William Clyde
  The Jackson Progress-Argus November 4, 1921
Popular Young Man Called To Reward.
     Coming as a surprise and shock to a large number of friends was the death of Mr. William Clyde McBryant, which occurred at a private sanitarium in Atlanta early Friday morning of the past week. Death was due to complications following an operation for appendicitis on October 16.
     Mr. McBryant became ill on October 14 and was carried to Atlanta the following Sunday for an operation. The operation was successful and his condition continued to improve until unforeseen complications set in. Pneumonia developed and despite the most skillful attention of the attending physicians and the best of nursing his weakened condition was unable to fight off the disease.
     Expressions of regret at the passing of this young man were universal and sincere. No one in the entire community was held in higher or more affectionate esteem. To a large circle of admiring friends the passing of Mr. McBryant brought poignant grief and to the family the blow brought over whelming sorrow.
     Born in Dalton, Ga., August 31, 1898, for about fifteen years Mr. McBryant had been a resident of Jackson. As a school boy, as a youth, and as a young man he won friends readily by his happy, jovial good nature and bright sunny disposition. He was a graduate of Jackson high school and later attended Georgia Tech for some time. He embarked upon a business career that gave promise of bearing rich fruitage. Since the summer of 1919 he had been connected with the Jackson post office and was one of the most faithful, energetic and active employees, winning the confidence of the public and enjoying the fullest and highest esteem of his fellow workers. He found joy in his work and was ever smiling and happy as he greeted patrons of the office.
     The future beckoned brightly to this young man and hope held alluring pledges of success and usefulness. He was splendidly equipped for his work. To be cut off in his young manhood, when the future held so much promise, is one of the saddest features of his untimely going.
     Mr. McBryant had stamped his personality upon all with whom he came in contact. As a student, as athlete, as business man and church worker, he won and held the high commendation that a noble character merits. He was a faithful and consistent member of the Methodist church and was a member of the Young People's Missionary Society. To this work he gave freely of his time and energy, being one of the most valuable and esteemed members.
     As the only surviving child, his sister, Miss Myrtle McBryant, having died several years ago, he was the idol of fond and indulgent parents. Upon him was lavished their tenderest affections and his parents were never so happy as when doing something for his comfort. It was their pleasure to gratify his every whim and ambition. The family circle was truly a happy and devoted one. Though he had attained the age of 23 years, still he was the pet of the family.
     Mr. McBryant is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. P. McBryant, the former holding a responsible position with the Pepperton Cotton Mills. In their crushing sorrow, they have the sympathy of hundreds of friends.
The funeral was held Saturday afternoon at three o'clock at the Methodist church, the pastor, Rev. J. R. Jordan, being in charge.
     The entire church choir sang "Safe in the Arms of Jesus," "In the Sweet Bye and Bye," and "Shall We Gather at the River." "Home of the Soul" was softly rendered by Miss Mattie Downs and Mr. Merritt Bailey.
     Mr. Bailey paid a touching tribute to Mr. McBryant's faithfulness as a member of the Young People's Missionary Society, how he enjoyed the meetings and did his part nobly.
     The floral offerings were unusually beautiful and were prettily arranged within the chancel. Among the loveliest, not including those of the immediate family were from the superintendent of the Pepperton Cotton Mills, the heads of the various departments of the same plant, the post office employees and the Young People's Missionary Society.
     At the close of a perfect autumn day when the sun was sinking behind the western horizon, the body of Clyde McBryant was lowered into its final resting place to await the resurrection morn.
     The casket bearers were Edwin Bryant, Linton McClure, Chess Scarborough, Fred Maddox, Henry Allen, Ben Johnson.

The Jackson Progress-Argus November 4, 1921 (Excerpt)
In Memory Of Clyde McBryant.
     On the night of October 27th, the soul of Clyde McBryant left his suffering body for a Home of Peace.
     Sunday October 16th he was carried to the Georgia Baptist Hospital for an operation for appendicitis. The following week he developed pneumonia and on Thursday night he died. His body was brought to his home Saturday morning for burial.
     At 3 o'clock in the afternoon his funeral services were held at the First Methodist church, conducted by Rev. Mr. Jordan. During the service Mr. Merritt Bailey gave a beautiful talk on Clyde's value in the church. The altar was draped in a background of white and the great number of floral offerings were banked in the foreground.
     After the services his body was laid to rest in the cemetery beside his sister.

McCall, Andrew Joseph, Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Jan 1982
     Andrew Joseph McCall, Sr., 74, of 214 Highland Drive, Locust Grove, was dead on arrival at Henry General Hospital Friday afternoon following an apparent heart seizure. Mr. McCall was born December 8, 1907 in Philadelphia, Pa. He retired in 1977 from the Tropical Garment Company in Tampa, Fla. where he made his home for many years prior to moving to Locust Grove in 1978.
     Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Loretta Moore McCall.

McCallum, Ignatius Few
The Jackson Argus October 25, 1895
     We are pained to chronicle the death of Mr. McCallum, at Worthville. He was the father of our townsman Mr. J. H. McCallum and was 78 tears old at his death. He was a long honored citizen of Butts county. He died last Tuesday and was buried Wednesday at Worthville.

McCallum Infant
  Middle Georgia Argus August 5, 1890
The Bodies Removed.
     On Tuesday of last week the bodies of Mr. W. S. Carr, Mrs. I. F. McCallum, Mrs. Mattie McMillan and a little daughter of Mr. J. H. McCallum were exhumed at Sardis and transferred to and reburied in the new cemetery at Worthville. The bodies of the first three named had been interred for two or three years, and the little child about twelve, but the cases that contained them were in a fine state of preservation and no trouble was had in making the removal. The cemetery just opened at Worthville will now become the leading one for this section.

McCallum, Mary C Carr
  The Jackson Progress-Argus June 28, 1918
Mrs. M. C. McCallum Passes To Reward
     Mrs. M. C. McCallum, aged 77, passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. S. B. Kinard, at 6 o'clock Wednesday afternoon. She had been in declining health for several months, old age and a general breakdown being responsible for her last illness.
     Mrs. McCallum was one of the most highly respected women in the county. She had been a member of the First Baptist church for a long number of years and exemplified her christian character in her daily life. Before her marriage she was Miss Carr of Butts county. Mrs. McCallum was known to most of the older citizens of the community and enjoyed the esteem of a large circle of friends.
     The funeral was held at the First Baptist church at 3 o'clock Thursday afternoon, her pastor, Dr. Robert VanDeventer, conducting services, assisted by Rev. S. R. England, of the Methodist church. The pallbearers were Messrs. S. O. Ham, J. T. Goodman, J. B. Carmichael, A. F. Whitney, J. M. Currie and W. H. Merritt. The body was laid to rest in the Jackson cemetery.
     Mrs. McCallum is survived by five daughters, Mrs. Spurlin, of Atlanta; Mrs. J. H. Carmichael; and Mrs. S. E. Kinard, of Jackson; Mrs. J. M. Kinard of Helena, and Mrs. B. B. Youmans. Three sisters, Mrs. Thaxton, Mrs. Evans and Mrs. Benson, also survive.

McCallum, Mary M Benson
  Middle Georgia Argus September 25, 1888
     The friends and relatives of Mrs. McCallum, mother of Mr. J. H. McCallum of this place, will regret to learn of her death, which occurred after a long illness on Saturday. Her remains were interred at Sardis church in Henry county on Sunday, Rev. J. R. Kimbell conducting the funeral. The Argus extends sympathy to the bereaved ones.

  Middle Georgia Argus August 5, 1890
The Bodies Removed.
     On Tuesday of last week the bodies of Mr. W. S. Carr, Mrs. I. F. McCallum, Mrs. Mattie McMillan and a little daughter of Mr. J. H. McCallum were exhumed at Sardis and transferred to and reburied in the new cemetery at Worthville. The bodies of the first three named had been interred for two or three years, and the little child about twelve, but the cases that contained them were in a fine state of preservation and no trouble was had in making the removal. The cemetery just opened at Worthville will now become the leading one for this section.
     
McCandles, Leslie
  The Jackson Argus September 30, 1898
Mr. Leslie McCandles Dead.
     A few weeks ago the Argus printed an editorial taken from the Columbia S.C. State which narrated something of the remarkable character of Leslie McCandles. The sketch was very remarkable and interesting and introduced to many of our readers a character worthy of imitation.
     On Wednesday last Mr. S. C. McCandles of this place received a telegram announcing the death of his father in South Carolina and he left on the afternoon train to be present at the funeral.
     Thus closes a useful and a remarkable career.

McCandless, S. C.
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Feb 1943
Mr. S. C. Mccandless Dies at Home in Washington, Sunday
     Mr. S. C. McCandless, a former resident of Jackson, died Sunday at the home of his daughter, Miss May McCandless in Washington, D.C. Since the death of Mrs. McCandless several years ago, Mr. McCandless, who was 96 years old, made his home with his daughter. As a young man the family lived in the beautiful home overlooking McCandless Creek on the road from Jackson to Four Points. Then it was one of the show places of the county. He was known as a successful business man, and for a long time was a cotton buyer of this section.
     Funeral services and interment were in Camden, S. C., his old home, Tuesday afternoon.
     Besides his daughter Mr. McCandless is, survived by a sister, Mrs. Wayne Wilson, a sister-in-law, Mrs. Ed McCandless, and a niece, Mrs. Albert Thornton, Jr., all of Atlanta. His only son, Sid McCandless, died a good many years ago.

McCandless, S. C., Mrs
Jackson Progress-Argus 25 Oct 1935
Mrs. Mccandless, Former Citizen, Dies in Washington
     Friends here were sorry to learn of the death of Mrs. S. C. McCandless, former resident of Jackson, which occurred Wednesday night, October 10, at her home in Washington City. The family resided in Jackson a good many years ago, later going to Savannah and then to Washington.
     She is survived by her husband and a daughter, Miss Madeline McCandless, of Washington, and a son, S. C. McCandless, Jr., of Savannah. Funeral services were held in Washington.
     
McCannon, Lessie Patton
Jackson Progress Argus 10 Jul 1991
     Mrs. Lessie Patton McCannon, 84, of Hull died Thursday, July 4.
     Funeral services were held Saturday in the chapel of Brown's Funeral Home in
Danielsville, with elder Eddie Whidby officiating. Burial was in the Primitive Baptist
Cemetery in Lexington.
     Mrs. McCannon was a native of Oglethorpe County, daughter of the late Charlie Gussie Vaughn Patton.
     **** was the widow of Shubb McCannon. Mrs. Patton was a homemaker and a member of Moriah Primitive Baptist Church.
     Survivors include her sons, Joe McCannon of Hull and Eugene McCannon of Athens; daughters, Fradie King of Atlanta, Mary Lee Jackson and Betty Jones of Flovilla; brother, Grady Patton of Nicholson; sisters, Meta Bridges of Athens, Edith Ferino of Lexington; and Lena Wilson of Tennessee; 12 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.
     Brown's Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

McCart, A. P., Mrs.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus March 5, 1926
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. Leverette, of Covington, sympathize with them in the death of Mr. Leverette's sister, Mrs. A. P. McCart which occurred in Atlanta February 22.

McCart, Arthur Rogers
Jackson Progress Argus 02 May 1979
McCart Rites Held Monday
     Funeral services for Mr. Arthur Rogers McCart, 66, of 551 Ponce de Leon Ave., N.E., Atlanta, were conducted Monday morning at eleven-thirty o'clock from the graveside in the Jackson City Cemetery with Rev. Phil DeMore officiating. Haisten Funeral Horne was in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. McCart died Saturday at his residence following a lengthy illness. He was born in Bibb County and had lived most of his life in Atlanta. He Was employed in the Chevrolet Division of General Motors before his retirement.
     Survivors include two sisters, Mrs. A. M. Costley of Atlanta and Mrs. J. H. McCuel of Greer, South Carolina; one brother, Mr. Leonard McCart of Fort Worth, Texas.
     
McCart, Bruce
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Dec 1978
Bruce McCart Rites Were Held Monday
     Funeral services for Mr. Bruce McCart, of Route 1, Jackson, were conducted Monday, December 18th, at 3 p.m. from the chapel of Harwell Funeral Home in Covington. The Rev. Guy Starrette and Rev. Quinton Hodges officiated and interment was in the Covington City cemetery under the direction of J. C. Harwell & Son Funeral Home.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Willie Lou McCart, of Jackson; sons, W. A. McCart, Jackson, Bruce McCart, Jr., W. Memphis, Ark., James L. McCart and Raymond M. McCart, both of McDonough, Eugene F. McCart and Pierce J. McCart, both of Jackson; daughters, Mrs. Dorothy Lee Tribble, Jackson and Mrs. Mary Lou Crumbley, McDonough; 25 grandchildren and 29 great-grandchildren.

McCart, Bruce, Mrs. (nee Moss)
Jackson Progress Argus 22 Mar 1964
Mrs. B. McCart Passes Friday
     Funeral services for Mrs. Bruce McCart of Route 1, Jackson, were held Sunday at 3 o'clock from the Sardis Baptist Church with the Rev. William Tarleton, Rev. Robert Chambers, Rev. John Underwood and Rev. Thomas L. White officiating. Interment was in the Covington City Cemetery with J. C. Harwell and Son of Covington in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. McCart died on Friday, March 6.
     She is survived by her husband, Mr. Bruce McCart; seven sons, William A. McCart, Eugene F. McCart, Charles McCart, all of Jackson; James T. McCart, Raymond McCart, Pierce McCart, all of McDonough; Bruce McCart Jr. of Lemon Grove, Calif. ; two daughters, Mrs. Mary Lou Sherwood of McDonough; Mrs. Dorothy White of Jackson; three brothers, Iverson Moss, Turner Moss, both of Oxford; Alva Lee Moss of Conyers; two sisters, Mrs. Della Chandler of Conyers and Miss Lena Moss of Oxford; 18 grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

McCart, E. M.
Jackson Progress Argus 06 Dec 1973
E. M. McCart Passes Unexpectedly
     Mr. E. M. McCart, 62, one of Newton's County's most prominent citizens, died Saturday morning, December 1st, at Georgia Baptist Hospital where he had been a patient since November 12th. Death was unexpected and was attributed to an apparent blood clot.
     Mr. McCart, who lived across the road from the Heard-Mixon School in Newton County on the Covington-Jackson Highway, fell from a pecan tree on November 12th in which he suffered a broken. neck, broken back and a pelvic injury. He was operated on the first part of last week to fuse a bone into his neck. Mr. McCart apparently came through the surgery in good condition and was considered doing real well when death struck suddenly.
     Mr. McCart had a large beef cattle farm and several pecan groves. He was active in many affairs of Newton County as well as his community, being a member of Lovejoy Methodist Church. He was married to the former Reba White, a native of Butts County and had scores of friends here who regret to learn of his passing.
     Funeral services were held Monday, December 3rd, at eleven o'clock from the Lovejoy United Methodist Church with his body placed in state at ten o'clock. Rev. Frank Norris, Rev. Frank Prince and Rev. J. W. Eberhardt officiated with interment in the Lovejoy Cemetery. The Covington Rotary Club acted as honorary, escort. J. C. Harwell and Son, Covington, was in charge of arrangements, In lieu of flowers, contributions are requested for the Lovejoy Church Building Fund.
     Mr. McCart is survived by his wife, Mrs. Reba White McCart of Covington; a daughter, Mrs. Louis N. Smith, Leaksville, Miss.; a son, Dr. William G. McCart of Covington; a sister, Mrs. Myrtle Lowry, Dallas, Texas; three grandchildren.

McCart, Francis Marion
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Nov 1938
McCart Funeral Rites Wednesday In Jackson
     Graveside services for Francis Marion McCart, 25 years of age, resident of Atlanta, who died Monday night of injuries received in an automobile collision Sunday night, were held at 1 o'clock Wednesday afternoon in the Jackson cemetery. The funeral was held in Atlanta and the body brought here for interment.
     Mr. McCart was a son of Mr. and Mrs. J. F. McCart of Atlanta, former residents
of Jackson, His mother was the former Miss Bessie Hodges, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. F. M. Hodges, and was born and reared near Worthville. For several years the family have resided in Atlanta.
     Mrs. Paul Tvler, of Jackson, is an aunt of Mr. McCart,
     Mr. McCart was riding in an automobile, with five other passengers when the accident occurred. Other occupants of the car were painfully injured.
     A member of the Grant Park Baptist church, Mr. McCart is survived by his parents; three brothers, Harold, Leonard and Rogers McCart, of Atlanta ; two sisters, Mrs. Alton Costley, of Atlanta, and Mrs. Harold McCuen, of Greenville, South Carolina.

McCart, Harold Franklin
Jackson Progress Argus 08 Sep 1966
Harold McCart, Butts Native, Dies in Atlanta
     In the death Wednesday, August 31, of Mr. Harold F. McCart, Butts County lost one of its most prominent native sons and Fulton County and Atlanta a widely known county commissioner and businessman and civic leader. Mr. McCart died early Wednesday morning at St. Joseph Infirmary following a brief illness.
     Born in Butts County on March 14, 1908 near Barnett's Bridge, Mr. McCart was the son of the late Mr. W. G. McCart and Mrs. Lily Leverett McCart. He was a great grandson of the late Col. and Mrs. John L. Barnett. Mr. McCart moved from Butts County in his early youth and was graduated from high school in Montezuma. He was also graduated from Mercer University.
Mr. McCart was running unopposed for reelection to the Fulton County Commission at the time of his death, having served five years after being named to the commission in 1961 to succeed Commissioner Carlyle Fraser.
     The 58 year old insurance company president was scheduled to be chairman of the commission in January. During the past year he served as vice chairman.
     Mr. McCart was instrumental in the building of Atlanta Stadium, and represented the county government on the Atlanta-Fulton Recreation Authority which oversees operation of the stadium.
     Mr. McCart was vice president and member of the executive committee of Security Federal Savings and Loan Association, founder and president of Johnson-McCart Insurance Agency and founder and vice president of Engineered Machinery, Inc.
     Mr. McCart was a Mason, Shriner, Elk, and past president of the Georgia Fraternal Congress. In addition he was an organizer and director of the Uptown Association, a member of the Atlanta Chamber of Commerce, the Kiwanis Club, and past president of the Mercer Alumni Association. He was a member of the Ansley Golf Club, Capital City Club, and Commerce Club.
     He is survived by his wife; a son, Harold Jr., and a daughter, Caroline.
     Funeral services were held at two p. m. Thursday at the Peachtree Methodist Church. Officiating were Dr. Thomas Whiting, Dr. Nat G. Long and Chaplain John Esaias. Interment was in Westview Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by H. M. Patterson & Son, Spring Street, Atlanta.

McCart, James F.
Jackson Progress-Argus, April 14, 1949.
James F. McCart Called by Death.
     James F. McCart, 73, former Butts county resident, died at his home in Atlanta Sunday. Before moving to Atlanta Mr. McCart lived in Worthville district. Before his retirement he had been in the construction business. He was a member of Grant Park Baptist church.
     Funeral services were held at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Spring Hill with the Rev. W. G. Carnes officiating, Burial was in the Jackson cemetery.
     Survivors are his wife, the former Miss Bessie Hodges of Butts county; two daughters, Mrs. J. H. McCuen of Greer, S. C. and Mrs. A. M. Costley of Decatur; three sons, Harold H., J. Leonard and A. R. McCart of Atlanta; a sister, Mrs. Frank Basket of Macon; two brothers, J. L. McCart of Macon and W. A. McCart of Decatur.

McCart, Lillie V. Leverett
Jackson Progress-Argus, March 18, 1954
Mrs. W. G. McCart Passes in Macon
     Macon, Ga. Funeral services for Mrs. William Griffin McCart of Atlanta who died in a local hospital Sunday, were held in the chapel of Hart's Mortuary Tuesday at 10 a.m. Dr. Nat G. Long officiated and burial was in thte High Point Baptist Church cemetery near Covington.
     Mrs. McCart was born in Jasper county, the daughter of James H. Leverett and Mrs. Elmina Barnett Leverett and had lived in Atlanta since 1941. She was a member of the Peachtree Road Methodist Church in Atlanta.
     Survivors are a son, Harold McCart, Atlanta; two grandsons, Richard and Harold McCart Jr. of Atlanta; a granddaughter, Caroline McCart, Atlanta; two brothers, W. L. Leverett, Raleigh, N. C. and Ambrose Leverett of Jackson; four sisters, Miss Eda Leverett of Jenkinsburg; Mrs. T. V. Argo of Macon; Mrs. C. H. Kitchens of Atlanta and Mrs. L. L. Williams of Cross City, Fla.; a number of nieces and nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

McCarter, Estelle
Jackson Progress Argus 18 Sep 1975
Mrs. McCarter, Locust Grove, Died Sept. 14
     Mrs. Estelle McCarter of Locust Grove died Sunday, September 14th.
Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon, September 16th, at three o'clock from the Locust Grove United Methodist Church with the Rev. Ed Boye and Rev. Jewell Sealey officiating. Interment was in Locust Grove Cemetery with D. T. Carmichael & Son of McDonough in charge of arrangements:
     Mrs. McCarter is survived by her husband, Herschel A. McCarter; a son, Charles McCarter, Mayor of Locust Grove; daughters, Mrs. Gwendolyn Dial, Mrs. Edna Long, all of Locust Grove; sisters, Mrs. J. W. Bunn of McDonough and Mrs. Troy Pelt of Jackson, Mrs. Roy T. Carden and Mrs. E. N. Lewis of Griffin, Mrs. Jack Morris of Warner Robins; brothers, George W. Chasteen of Forest Park, Melvin Chasteen of Griffin; five grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
     Nephews served as pallbearers.

McCarter, Herschel A.
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Oct 1975
H. A. McCarter Dies After Long Illness
     Mr. Herschel A. McCarter, 72, prominent citizen of Locust Grove, died Thursday, October 9th, at Crawford W. Long Hospital. He had been in declining health since February.
     A native of Harris County, he was the son of the late Mr. William Marvin McCarter and Mrs. Lula Jack Swanson McCarter.
     He was a retired Southern Railway employee and had made his home in Locust Grove for many years where he was active in that town's civic and religious affairs. He was a member of Locust Grove United Methodist Church. He was a member of the Ringgold Masonic Lodge and the Ancient York Lodge at Worthville.
     Funeral services were held Saturday, October 11th, at three o'clock from the Locust Grove United Methodist Church with the Rev. Ed Boye and Rev. Bill Mendum. officiating. D. T. Carmichael & Son were in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. McCarter is survived by a son, Charles McCarter, Mayor of Locust Grove; two daughters, Mrs. Gwendolyn Dial and Mrs. Edna Earl Long, both of Locust Grove; sisters, Mrs. Lizzie Smith of Shiloh, Mrs. Johnny Foster of LaGrange, Mrs. Maude Waldrop of Thomaston; a brother, James Harrington of Griffin; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Frank Tingle,. Ray Ward, Glen Underwood, Lamar Wilson, Lanier Elkins and Phil Henley.

McCarty, Boza, Mrs.
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Jul 1956
Jackson Man's Mother Dies at Unadilla
     FuneraI services for Mrs. Boza McCarty, mother of W. E. McCarty of Jackson, were held Sunday afternoon at the Harmony Baptist Church in Unadilla with the Rev. George L. Griffin officiating.
     Survivors include her husband, W. B. McCarty; two sons, W. E. McCarty of Jackson and J. C. McCarty of Cordele; six grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
     Among those from Jackson attending the funeral services in addition to Mr. and Mrs. McCarty were Mr. and Mrs. Bill Sasser and Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Coggins.

McCarty, Marie
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Oct 1984
     Marie McCarty, 78, of Macon died Sunday at the Macon Medical Center.
     Mrs. McCarty was a native of Monroe County and had lived in Jackson for a number of years before moving to Macon. She was a member of the Jackson First Baptist Church.
     Survivors include two sons, Benson McCarty of Unadilla and Billy McCarty of Cusseta; daughter, Margie Massenburg of Macon; sisters, Margie Clements of Forsyth and Catherine Wilkes of Hawkinsville, seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren.
     Services were held Tuesday at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Bowen Funeral Home in Unadilla with burial in Harmony Cemetery in Dooly County.
     Bowen Funeral Home of Unadilla was in charge of arrangements.

McCarty, William B.
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Sep 1956
Father of Local Merchant Is Buried Sunday
     Butts county friends of Mr. and Mrs. W. E. McCarty will sympathize with them in the death of Mr. McCarty's father, William B. McCarty, 83, which occurred Friday afternoon in a Cordele hospital.
     A lifelong resident of Dooly county, his funeral service was held Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock from the Harmony Baptist Church of which he was a member.
     The Rev. George L. Griffin and the Rev. Wayne Searfoss officiated and interment was in the Harmony Cemetery.
     Surviving are two sons, W. E. McCarty, Jackson, and J. C. McCarty, Cordele; six grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
     Mr. McCarty's wife preceded him in death just a few weeks ago.

McCarty, William Eugene
Jackson Progress Argus 02 Jan 1969
W. E. McCarty, Former Resident, Buried Monday
     Services for Mr. William Eugene McCarty, 64, of 4167 Laura Ann Place, Macon, who died Saturday in a Macon hospital, were held at 11 o'clock Monday morning m the chapel of Hart's Mortuary. Dr. Alvin Brackett officiated with burial in the Unadilla Cemetery at 2 :30 p. m.
     A native of Dooley County, Mr. McCarty was a retired grocer, having formerly operated a grocery store in Jackson where he resided for a number of years. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Bluett McCarty.
     Mr. McCarty is survived by his wife, Mrs. Marie Shan McCarty, of Macon; two sons, J. B. McCarty of Unadilla and W. E. McCarty, Jr., of Columbus; one daughter, Mrs. George Massenberg, of Macon; seven grandchildren.

McClain, J. T., Mrs.
  The Jackson Argus June 3, 1910
Mrs. J. T. McClain Passes Away.
     It is sad to chronicle the death of Mrs. J. T. McClain. She had been in feeble health for a long time, but always had a cherry greeting for her friends as she met them. For the past few months she had been a great sufferer from rheumatism, and had been confined to her home. She showed marked improvement from the painful attack of rheumatism, but within the past few weeks other troubles developed which baffled the skill of her physician, and Monday night, surrounded by her loved ones, she passed into the world beyond the grave. She had been a resident of this city many years and had made a large number of friends. She had been a music teacher for a long while and drew close to her pupils under her care. She was a member of the Methodist church, but owing to her feeble health did not attend services often.
     The funeral services were conducted at County Line church by Rev. R. C. Clecker, and the remains interred by her father. She leaves her husband, Judge J. T. McClain; two sons, Mr. Will McClain of Macon, and Mr. Elwyn McClain of Savannah, and one sister, Mrs. Stewart of Cedartown, all of whom were with her in her last days. Her music class attended the funeral in a body as a last tribute of love.

McClelland, T. B.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus October 3, 1919
Mr. T. B. McClelland Passed Away Sept. 24
     The death of Mr. T. B. McClelland, a Confederate veteran and well known citizen, occurred at his home in Flovilla Wednesday afternoon. Old age and complications of diseases were given as the cause of death.
     Mr. McClelland was 84 years of age and had been a resident of Butts County for several years. He was held in high esteem by all who knew him. The surviving relatives are his wife and three daughters, Mrs. Mattie Funderburk, of Sylvester, Ga., Mrs. Janie Beeland, of Hawkinsville, and Mrs. Sallie M. Moore, of Jackson; three sons, J. T. McClelland, of Macon, J. A. McClelland, of Dexter, and A. P. McClelland, of Indian Springs.
     Funeral services were held at Sandy Creek church Thursday afternoon at 3 o'clock, Rev. W. O. Sharp officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery.

McClelland, William F., Jr.
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Jul 1970
Wm. McClelland Died Friday In Macon
     Funeral services for Mr. William F. McClelland, Jr., 51, of 3235 Napier Avenue, Macon, who died Friday, July 3rd, in a Macon hospital after a brief illness, were held Sunday afternoon at two o'clock from the chapel of Hart's Mortuary with burial held in the Juliette cemetery at three o'clock.
     Mr. McClelland, brother of Joe McClelland of Jackson, was born in Twiggs County but had lived in Macon for most of his life. He was a bookkeeper.
     Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Mary Lee Peterson McClelland of Macon; four sons, Bob McClelland of Central Falls, R. I., Tom McClelland of the U. S. Navy, Norfolk, Va., William McClelland III and Terry McClelland, both of Macon; four daughters, Mrs. Bonnie Melvin, Mrs. Kathie Brake, Mrs. Linda Mason and Miss Dell McClelland, all of Macon; a brother, Joe McClelland of Jackson; three sisters, Mrs. Helen Doyle of Tallahassee, Fla., Mrs. Mary Jenkins and Mrs. Harriett Waits, both of Macon, and his mother, Mrs. Mary McClelland of Macon.

McClendon, Alvah Thaxton
Jackson Progress Argus 10 Oct 1968
Mrs. McClendon Was Buried Here Sunday
     Mrs. Benjamin Radford McClendon, 87, of Cedartown, former Jackson resident for a long number of years, died early Saturday at the Cedartown Hospital following a serious illness of several days.
     Mrs. McClendon, the former Miss Alvah Thaxton, was born and reared in Butts County, the daughter of Dr. John Thaxton and Mrs. Sarah Evans Thaxton. She was a member of the First Baptist Church and of the Woman's Missionary Society of the
same church. She moved to Cedartown about a year ago to make her home with a daughter, Mrs. John Thurston.
     Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon at four o'clock from the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with Rev. Don L. Folsom, pastor of the First Baptist Church, officiating. Interment was in Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. McClendon is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Bardin W. Dickson of Adel, Mrs. John Thurston of Cedartown, Mrs. Don Spalding and Mrs. Frances Rowe, both of Atlanta; a son, R. F. McClendon of Walterboro, S. C.; one sister, Mrs. George T. Harkness of Jackson; 11 grandchildren; eight great grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were Jim Tom Ridgeway, T. M. Washington, Tom McClendon, Sam McClendon, W. D. pope Jr., David Ridgeway. Honorary pallbearers were Pete Ridgeway, N. A. Powell, Hollis Duke, George Harkness, J. D. (Bud) Pope, Marvin Bennett, Ballard Perdue, Lynn Thaxton Charlie Thaxton.

McClendon, Annie Lee Collins
Jackson Progress Argus, July 27, 1950
Mrs. McClendon Claimed by Death
     Mrs. Annie Lee Collins McClendon, 56, wife of the late William Blount McClendon, died at her home in Jenkinsburg Friday morning after an illness of a year.
     Funeral services were held at England Chapel church at 3 p.m. Saturday and Rev. C. E. Askew of the Jenkinsburg Methodist church officiated. Burial was in Fellowship church cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge.
     Mrs. McClendon, connect with old families of this section, spent her entire life in the county and was held in high esteem by a large number of friends. She was a member of the Methodist church.
     Survivors are three daughters, Mrs. F. E. Black, of Atlanta; Mrs. R. E. Childs of Chamblee and Miss Sara McClendon of Jenkinsburg; three ons, W. J. McClendon of Stockbridge; S. F. McClendon of Jenkinsburg and L. C. McClendon of Covington; two brothers, W. L. Collins of Jackson and Henry J. Collins of Brooklyn. N. Y.; three grandchildren.

McClendon, Benjamin Radford
Jackson Progress-Argus, April 8, 1948.
B. R. McLendon Victim Stroke Sunday Morning.
     B. R. McLendon, 67 years of age, well-known Jackson resident, died at his home in Parkland at an early hour Sunday as the result of a stroke suffered Saturday.
     Native Butts county resident, he was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joel McLendon, his father having been a Confederate soldier. Most of his adult life was spent in agriculture and industrial pursuits. He had been a resident of Jackson several years and formerly served on the police force. He was a member of the Woodmen of the World, a Mason and the Jackson Baptist church.
     In addition to his wife, the former Miss Alver Thaxton, he is survived by five daughters, Mrs. John Thurston of Cedartown; Mrs. M. D. Spaulding, Dallas, Texas; Mrs. Lloyd Rowe, Jackson; Mrs. Bardin Dickson, Adele; Mrs. L. E. Raley, Columbia, S. C.; one son, Franklin McLendon, chief commissary steward, USN. stationed for the past year on Okinawa, now en route home; seven grandchildren; four brothers, John, Eugene, Grover, and Blount McLendon, all of Jackson; one sister, Mrs. Minnie Kitchens of Jackson.
     Funeral plans will be announced later by Thornton Funeral Home.

McClendon, Cloma
Jackson Progress Argus 06 Mar 1085
     Cloma McClendon, 68, of Route 1, Locust Grove, died morning at his residence
     Mr. McClendon was born in Butts County, son of the late Eugene McClendon and Rosie Mae Folds McClendon.
     Survivors include his wife, Opal Williams McClendon; sons, Luther McClendon of Atlanta and Jimmy McClendon of Locust Grove; four step-children; six, grandchildren; nine step-grandchildren; sister, Sally Jane Patrick of Jackson; several nieces and nephews.
     Graveside services were held Tuesday at 3 p.m. at County Line Baptist Church in Jenkinsburg with the Rev. Eugene McCloud officiating. Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

McClendon, Delia L.
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Feb 1978
Sunday Rites Held For Mrs. McClendon, 92
     Funeral services for Mrs. Delia L. McClendon, 92, of Locust Grove, were held Sunday afternoon, February 12th, at 3 o'clock from County Line Baptist Church with the Rev. C. G. Johnston officiating. Interment was in the Locust Grove cemetery.
     Mrs. McClendon, a native of Henry County, lived in Butts County during her married life until the death of her husband, John, 21 years ago.
     At the time of her death she was the oldest member of the, County Line Baptist Church. She also belonged to the Homemakers Club in Locust Grove.
     Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Helen Lummus Jackson, of Locust Grove; nieces and nephews.

McClendon, Dewitt W.
Jackson Progress Argus 25 Mar 1932
Funeral Mr. Mclendon Held at County Line
     Funeral services for Mr. D. W. McLendon, 58 years of age, who died at his home in Atlanta Thursday following burns received when his bed clothing caught fire, were held Saturday morning at 11 o'clock at County Line church. Rev. J. B. Stodghill, assisted by Rev. R. C. Owen, conducted the service and interment was in the church cemetery. Many friends and relatives gathered for a last tribute and the lovely flowers attested the high esteem in which he was held.
     Mr. McLendon, who had but one leg, was unable to save himself when the bed clothing ignited while he was smoking.
     Mr. McLendon was a former well known resident of Butts county, where he was born and reared. He was a son of the late Mr. W. J. McLendon, well known Confederate veteran, and Mrs. McLendon. Several years ago the family moved to Atlanta for residence. He was connected with a well known family of the county and had many friends here who were grieved to learn of his tragic death.
     Surviving Mr. McLendon are his mother, Mrs. William J. McLendon, of Jackson; three sons, B. D. McLendon, of Atlanta; Robert J. McLendon, of Newport News, Va.; J. L. McLendon, of Memphis; seven daughters, Mrs. F. O. Harris, Mrs. J. C. Pippin, Mrs. G. D. Duckworth, Mrs. Royal Hardman, Miss Mary Ruth and Miss Mildred McLendon, all of Atlanta; Mrs. I. P. Reagin, of Charlotte, N. C ; five brothers, Messrs. J. C., B. R., Jean, Grover and W. R. McLendon, all of Jackson, and a sister, Mrs. Will Kitchens, of Jackson.

McClendon, Elisa Alberta Rich
  The Jackson Progress-Argus December 15, 1922
Mrs. D. W. McClendon Summoned By Reaper.
     The death of Mrs. D. W. McClendon, a former resident of Butts county, occurred at her home in Atlanta Sunday. She was 42 years of age and was Miss Alberta Rich before her marriage. The family had been residing in Atlanta for the past year or two. Many friends in the county were sorry to hear of her passing.
     Mrs. McClendon is survived by her husband, Mr. D. W. McClendon; three sons, H. J., H. D., and J. L. McClendon; seven daughters, Misses Alva, Eloise, Martha, Jane, Myrtis, Dedie, Mary Ruth and Mildred McClendon, and her parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Rich.
     The body was taken to Jenkinsburg Tuesday morning for funeral and interment.

McClendon, Forrest Eugene (Pete)
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Jul 1982
     Forrest Eugene (Pete) McClendon, 71, of 307 E. Brooks Ave., Griffin, died Sunday afternoon at the Living Center Nursing Center in Griffin after a lengthy illness.
     Born May 29, 1911 in Butts County, Mr. Mc-Clendon was the son of the late Eugene McClendon and the late Rosie Folds McClendon of Butts County. He was a retired upholsterer.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Ethel Goens McClendon; a daughter, Mrs. Edna Long of Flovilla; a son, Stiles McClendon of Griffin; a sister, Mrs. Sallie Jane Patrick of Jackson; a brother, Clomer McClendon of Jenkinsburg. Twelve grandchildren, five great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews also survive.
     Funeral services were held Tuesday at 3 p. m, at the County Line Baptist Church in Jenkinsburg with Rev. George Malcolm officiating. Burial was in churchyard cemetery.
     McDonald Chapel of Griffin was in charge of arrangements.

McClendon, Francis Eugene
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Aug 1951
Eugene, McClendon Claimed Death
     Francis Eugene McClendon, 69, died at 7:45 Sunday morning en route from his home to a hospital in Griffin. Not in good health for several years, death was sudden.
     Mr. McClendon was connected with established Butts families, being a son of the late Joel McClendon and Elizabeth Edwards McClendon. His father was a Confederate veteran and active in county affairs. Mr. McClendon was engaged in farming and resided on Jackson route 4.
     Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Rosa Folds McClendon; two sons, Forest of Culloden and Clomer of Sunny Side; two daughters, Mrs. W. D. Patrick and Mrs. J. E. Patrick, both of Jackson; two brothers, J. C. McClendon of Jackson and Grover C. McClendon of Jenkinsburg; one sister, Mrs. Will Kitchens of Jackson; several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were held at the County Line church Monday at 4 p. m. Rev. T. J. Thaxton and Rev. R. B. Harrison officiated and burial was in the churchyard with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

McClendon Grover C., Jr.
Jackson Progress Argus 22 Jan 1986
     Grover C. McClendon Jr., 67, of Route 2, Locust Grove, died Friday afternoon at Sylvan Grove Hospital.
     Mr. McClendon was born in Butts County, son of the late Grover McClendon Sr. and Emma Pearl Davis McClendon. He was retired from the Georgia Highway Department.
     Survivors include a brother, David McClendon Sr. of Locust Grove; sister, Grace Copeland of Locust Grove; stepson, Jason Mclnvale of Griffin; several nieces and nephews.
     The funeral was held Sunday at 3, p.m. in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with the Rev. Logan Smith officiating. Burial was in the County Line Baptist Church cemetery.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements

McClendon, Grover Cleveland
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Mar 1957
G. C. McClendon Sr. Buried Saturday At County Line
     Funeral services for Mr. Grover Cleveland McClendon Sr., 69, widely known retired Butts county farmer, who died early Friday morning at the home of a son, were held Saturday afternoon at the County Line Baptist Church with the Rev. R. P. Coker officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery under the direction of Haisten Funeral Home.
     In declining health for several years, Mr. McClendon was a former inspector with the State Agriculture Department. He was a member of the County Line Baptist Church.
     Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Milborn Foster and Mrs. C. W. McGough, both of Locust Grove, Mrs. J. W. Copeland, Jenkinsburg; three sons, J. T. McClendon, G. C. McClendon Jr., and D. E. McClendon, all of Locust Grove; thirteen grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were George Collins, G. C. McGough, Dan Fears, Sam McClendon, Jack McClendon, and Lee McClendon.

McClendon, Ida L.
Jackson Progress Argus 21 May 1986
     Ida L. McClendon, 96, of 272 Settle Drive, Jackson, died May 12 at the Griffin-Spalding Hospital.
     Mrs. McClendon was born April 2, 1890, in Butts County, daughter of the late Nelson and Mariah Logan. She was a member of the Stark Tabernacle Holiness Church where she served as treasurer of the Adult Missionary and General Mothers' Board.
     Survivors include two daughters, Leatrice Allen and Vera Allen, both of Jackson; sons, Rollie, Willie, and John L. McClendon, all of Jackson; 25 grandchildren; 47 great-grandchildren; 24 great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
     The funeral was held May 15 at 2 p.m. at Stark Tabernacle Holiness Church with Elder M. Miller officiating. Burial was in the Macedonia Baptist Church cemetery.
     Trimier-Jackson Funeral Services was in charge of arrangements.

McClendon, Infant
  The Jackson Progress-Argus October 2, 1925
Death Of Infant.
     Mr. and Mrs. G. C. McClendon have the sympathy of their friends in the death of their infant, Monday, Sept. 28.

McClendon James Henry
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Jun 1990
     James Henry McClendon of Atlanta died June 1 0 at Grady Memorial Hospital.
     Survivors include his father, Raleigh McClendon of Jackson as well as children, sisters, and brothers. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles.
     Funeral services were Thursday, June 14 in Trimier Chapel with the Rev. Tony Head officiating. Burial was in the Macedonia Cemetery.
     Trimier Jackson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
     
McClendon, James Kinard
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Nov 1950
J. K. McClendon Fatally Shot by Earnhart Sunday
     James K. McClendon, veteran of World War II and operator of Mack's Taxi, was killed at the Mecca between 9 and 9:30 Sunday night, and J. C. Earnhart, his brother-in-law, charged with the shooting, was held blameless at a preliminary hearing held before Judge Frank B. Willingham Monday afternoon. Judge Willingham in dismissing the murder charge, bound Earnhart over to he Superior Court on a charge of carrying concealed weapons.
     The shooting appears to have been the result of a family row. Testimony given at the preliminary hearing showed that Mr. and Mrs. Earnhart, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Maddox, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Pickett went to the Mecca for supper Sunday night. Later Mr. McClendon and Spec Brooks entered and occupied a separate table. Witnesses testified that McClendon went to the booth occupied by Mr. and Mrs. Earnhart and Mr. and Mrs. Maddox and became involved in an argument with Mrs. Earnhart. After efforts to quiet McClendon failed, Mrs. Earnhart was said to have slapped McClendon, who pulled her from the booth. Then Earnhart and McClendon struggled and Bill Maddox joined in the scuffle and struck McClendon with a cup.
     McClendon was then shown to have left the building and went to his car and obtained a pistol. Mrs. J. B. Mays, owner and operator of the Mecca, tried to prevent McClendon from re-entering the building bu to no avail. As soon as he entered the building McClendon, it was shown by testimony, began shooting. J. B. Mays and Earnhart were crouching behind a counter and Mays was shot through the coat and shirt. While McClendon was attempting to shoot Earnhart, the latter shot McClendon through the body and he died almost instantly.
     Giving testimony at the hearing were J. B. Mays, W. A. Crouse of Milner, Jack Grubbs of Orchard Hill, Bill Maddox, Paul Pickett, Mrs. J. B. Mays, Mrs. Bill Maddox, Sheriff J. D. Pope. Solicitor General B. B. Garland questioned the witnesses. Mr. Earnhart did not testify and there was no argument before Judge Willingham announced his decision.
 
McClendon Rites At County Line Church Tuesday
     Funeral services for James Kimbell McClendon, 29-year-old Navy veteran, killed Sunday night at a roadhouse on the Jackson and Indian Springs highway, were held at County Line Baptist church at 2 p. m. Tuesday. Rev. Ralph Shea of the Jackson Methodist church conducted the service and burial was in the church yard. Haisten Funeral Home had charge of arrangements.
     The pallbearers were Sam Foster McClendon, H. G. James, Bailey Woodward, Marvin Wilson, Fred Colwell and Bill Thurston.
     Mr. McClendon, son of Grover C. McClendon and the late Mrs. Emma Davis McClendon was born July 21, 1921, and served for 3 - year in the Navy in World War II. After separation from the service he returned home and was employed by the Central Georgia Electric Membership Corporation. After losing the sight of an eye in an accident, he engaged in the taxicab business which he was operating at the time of his death. He was a member of County Line church.
     Survivors are his wife, the former Miss Mozelle Maddox of Jackson; his father, G. C. McClendon Sr. of Locust, Grove; there brothers, T. J. McClendon of Locust Grove; G. C. McClendon Jr. of Roswell and David E. McClendon of Locust Grove; three sisters, Mrs., C. W. McGough of Locust Grove; Mrs. Milton Foster of McDonough and Mrs. J. W. Copeland of Jenkinsburg.

McClendon, John C.
Jackson Progress Argus 15 Mar 1956
John C. McClendon Died Wednesday in Griffin Hospital
     Funeral services for John C. McClendon, 77, retired farmer and esteemed citizen of the Towaliga community, who died March 7 at the Griffin-Spalding Hospital, were held Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the County Line Baptist Church with the Rev. G. A. Briggs officiating. Interment followed in the Locust Grove Cemetery under the direction of Peacock & Ball Funeral Home.
     Mr. McClendon was a native of Butts county and had lived here all of his life. His father was the late Joel W. McClendon and his mother, Mrs. Mary Edwards McClendon, pioneer residents of this section. Mr. McClendon is survived by his wife, Mrs. Delia Lummus McClendon; one brother, G. C. McClendon of Locust Grove; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Sam McClendon, Tom McClendon, Jack McClendon, Elwood McClendon, David Evans and Clyde Aycock.

McClendon, John Mack
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Jun 1990
     John Mack McClendon of Route 3, Jackson died June 16 at Brightmoor Medical Care Home.
     He was born February 16, 1924 in Butts County, son of the late Charlie and Hattie McClendon.
     Survivors include his wife, Joyce McClendon; daughters, Jennette Patrick and Belinda Bostwick; stepdaughter, Ernestine Bryant; sons, John H. McClendon Jr., Donnie McClendon, Calvin McClendon, Johnny McClendon, and Marvin McClendon; stepsons, Willie Johnson, Larry Johnson, and Alfred Johnson; sisters, Mildred Price, Rosa Phillips, Anniebelle Griffin, Thelma McClendon, and Lucy Kate McClendon. Other survivors include his aunt, Mary McClendon; sister-in-law, Beatrice McClendon; brother-in-law, Buddie Price, and son-in-law, Eddie Patrick.
     Funeral services will be held Wednesday, June 20, at 2 p.m. at the Trimier Chapel with the Rev. R. L. Henderson and Rev. James Miller officiating and interment in the Jackson City Cemetery.
     Trimier Jackson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

McClendon, Lucile
Jackson Progress-Argus Jan 5 1967
Negro Man Kills Estranged Wife Monday Evening
     A domestic tiff between an estranged Negro couple Monday, January 2nd, left the wife, Lucile McClendon, dead and her husband, Roger McClendon, held on a murder charge, according to Jackson Police Chief Watson Vaughn. The shooting, to which there were several eye witnesses, according to Butts County Sheriff J. D. (Bud) Pope, occurred on Buchanan Street.
     According to a report from Chief Vaughn, the couple had been "nagging" each other during the evening. The victim was shot three times in the chest with a 38 caliber pistol, with death believed to have been almost instantaneous, according to Chief Vaughn.

McClendon, Mary Elizabeth Edwards
  The Jackson Progress-Argus March, 22, 1935
Mrs. J. W. McClendon Passed Away Sunday
     The death of Mrs. W. J. McClendon, 85 years of age, beloved Butts county woman, occurred Sunday morning at 8:15 at the home of her son, Mr. W. R. McClendon, near Jackson. In feeble health for a year or more, Mrs. McClendon was critically ill for only a few days. In the passing of this prominent lady, the county looses one of its pioneer citizens.
     Mrs. McClendon, the former Miss Mary Elizabeth Edwards, daughter of Ruben Edwards and Lucy Hay Edwards, among the prominent pioneer residents of Dublin district, had been a life long resident of the county. She was the widow of the late W. J. McClendon, gallant Confederate veteran, whose death occurred in 1924. She was a member of the County Line Baptist church and had been active in the affairs of that church for some forty-eight years. Mrs. McClendon was widely beloved and her estimable qualities of character and her death brings sorrow to a host of relatives and friends.
     Surviving Mrs. McClendon are one daughter, Mrs. W. J. Kitchens, of Jackson; five sons, Messrs. J. C., B. R., J. E., and W. B. McClendon, of Jackson; G. C. McClendon, Of Locust Grove; a brother, Mr. Tom Edwards, of Jackson, 35 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren.
     Funeral services were held at the County Line church Monday morning at 11 o'clock, with Rev. P. P. Moseley officiating. The pallbearers were the five sons and grandson B. McClendon. Relatives and friends showed their love by beautiful floral offerings and interment was in the church cemetery.

McClendon, Meoendon Victor
Jackson Progress Argus 02 Jul 1986
     Mr. Meoendon Victor McClendon, 25, of 2591 Northview Road, Atlanta,
died Sunday at Grady Hospital.
     Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Trimier-Jackson Funeral Services.

Jackson Progress Argus 09 Jul 1986
     Victor McClendon, 24, of 2591 Northview Ave., Decatur, died June 28 at Grady Hospital.
     Mr. McClendon was born in Butts County, son of the late Lillie Ruth McClendon.
     Survivors include his father, Jimmie Jester of Griffin; sisters, Gloria J. Gibbs and Jo- Ann Pharr, both of Atlanta; brothers, Bobby, Ricky, Edward, and Gray McClendon, all of Decatur; five stepbrothers; five, stepsisters; five aunts; two uncles.
     The funeral was held Saturday at 2 p.m. at Concord Primitive Baptist Church in Jasper County with the Rev. Grady Lawrence officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.
     Trimier-Jackson Funeral Services was in charge of arrangements.

McClendon, Orlando
  The Jackson Argus October 6, 1899
In Memory of Orlando McClendon of Newman.
To Wolihin Council No. 9, Royal And Select Masters.
In special assembly at Jackson, Ga., September 29th, 1899.
     On the evening of September 27th, 1899, A. D., at 7:30 o'clock, our Grand Masters above, through his mysterious mandates, summoned to his presence the spirit of our Fraternal M. I. Grand Master, Orlando McClendon. The summons was without a forerunner. It was without notice, but was imperious. It was obeyed and the gentle spirit of our M. I. G. M. Orlando McClenton, of Newman, Ga., took its departure and is now free from the trials of earth, sweetly reposing, resting and in rapturous bliss enjoying the presence of our God, the blessed father of the human race. In peace his body rests in the cemetery of his native town and county at Newman, Ga., gently placed there by our brotherhood and other loving hands. No fitter tribute can be paid to his memory than to say that all who knew him loved him. He had no enemy; a man to the world, without a fault. At his funeral only words of eulogy were spoken. They were uttered by such divines as the Revnds. Dr. Cook, Dr. Hall, Dr. Stacy and others representing the Methodist of which the deceased was a member, the Baptist and Presbyterian churches of this city. Brother McClendon was born and reared in Coweta county, was fifty years of age at the time of his death, was a lawyer by profession and had attained to distinction in his chosen profession. Being reared in the country he had
such knowledge of his people's necessities as enlisted his sympathy; naturally followed an honest heart, gentle spirit and a loving soul, such as so endeared him to his people that all looked upon him as a personal friend. He did not live for himself alone but for those by whom he was surrounded.
     He leaves a wife and three small children to mourn his loss. In early manhood he was made a Christian, was always consistent in his church obligations and died at work. At an early period of his Masonic life he was made a member of the Grand Lodge of Georgia, where he became conspicuous for his modest virtues and love of the tenets of the order, hence his rapid rise to the station of Grand Master of the Grand Council of his state. He held other high offices in the Grand Chapter and the Grand Lodge of Georgia. In the past he had enjoyed political preferment by his people and at the time of his death was Ordinary of his native county. It is said of him that none was turned away but all who applied had a patient hearing, the widow and the orphan he considered his special charge. Your committee begs to recount this short history of his life in honor to one who was so deserving and that the fraternity who come after us may know that we as Royal and Select Masters honor those virtues so possessed by him and which will make us all good and great. We are saddened at what is seemingly a loss to Masonry in general but knowing that his virtues will live after him, that he has well and faithfully performed his part on the stage of action and leaves an example worthy of emulation, we ask that Wolihin Council No. 9 do adopt the foregoing as an expression of its sentiments, that the same be recorded in the minutes of this council and that a blank page be dedicated to his memory. We also ask that these resolutions be published in the Masonic Herald and our county paper and a copy of the same be furnished to the family of the deceased under the seal of this council.
Fraternally Submitted,
Y. A. Wright, B. P. Bailey, C. S. Maddox, Committee.

McClendon, Radford Franklin
Jackson Progress Argus 29 Feb 1984
     Radford Franklin McClendon, 62, of Walterboro, S. C. died, Feb. 16 in a Walterboro hospital.
     Mr. McClendon was born in Jackson, son of Benjamin R. McClendon and Alvah Thaxton McClendon. He was a retired chief petty officer in the U .S. Navy and a Charleston (S.C.) Naval Shipyard employee.
     Survivors include his wife, Louise Craven McClendon; sons, Radford McClendon Jr., Randall Oliver Mc Clendon, Donald Wayne McClendon and Jan Dane McClendon, all of Walterboro; daughter, Rhonda Louise McClendon of Walterboro; sisters, Sarah Dickson of Adel, Ga., and Ethel Spaulding and Frances Mons, both of Atlanta; 10 grandchildren.
     Services were held Feb. 17 in the chapel of Herndon & Sons Funeral Home in Walterboro with burial in Pleasant Grove Baptist Church cemetery.

McClendon, Rollie
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Oct 1990
     Mr. Rollie McClendon, 75, of 124 Adams Drive in Jackson died Oct. 9.
     Funeral services were held Saturday, Oct. 13, at Macedonia Baptist Church, with the Rev, A. F. Eusery officiating. Burial was in the Macedonia cemetery.
     Mr. McClendon was born in Butts County to the late Henry and Ida McClendon.
     Survivors include his daughters, Dorothy Myricks of Jackson, Renee McClendon and Norma McClendon, both of Atlanta; sons, Nathaniel McClendon of Jackson, Walter McClendon of Lansing, Kan., and Jerome McClendon of Atlanta; sisters, Vera Allen and Leatrice Allen, both of Jackson; brother, John Lewis McClendon of Jackson; brother-in-law, Harold Allen .of Jackson; sisters-in-law, Helen McClendon of Flovilla and Lois McClendon of Jackson; aunt, Mary McClendon of McDonough; and several nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
     Trimier - Jackson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

McClendon, Rosa Folds
Jackson Progress Argus 22 Jan 1959
Rites Wednesday Held For Mrs. Rosa. McClendon
     Funeral services for Mrs. Rosa Folds McClendon, 72, of Route 3, Jackson, who died at her home Tuesday afternoon following, a lengthy illness were held Wednesday afternoon at the County Line Baptist Church at 4 o'clock with the Rev. T. J. Thaxton officiating. Burial was in the churchyard cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home directing arrangements.
     A native of Butts county where she had lived all her life, Mrs. McClendon was a daughter of Robert. Folds and Mrs. Sally Johnson Folds. She was widow of the late Francis Eugene McClendon. She was a member of Ringgold Christian Church.
     Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Sally Jane Patrick and Mrs. Pinkie Patrick of Jackson; two sons, CIomer McClendon, Jackson; Forest McClendon, Thomaston; one sister, Mrs Lillie Martin, Jackson; 11 grandchildren and four great grand children.
     Pallbearers were John Robert Patrick, Joe Patrick, Tom Bostwick, Dick McClendon, Carl Patrick, and Randy James.

McClendon, Sam Foster
Jackson Progress Argus 18 Apr 1990
     Sam Foster McClendon, 67, of 432 East McIntosh Road in Griffin died Friday at Spalding Regional Hospital.
     The funeral was held April 15 in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Griffin, with the Rev. Sid James Beeland officiating. Burial was in Fellowship Presbyterian Church cemetery in Butts County.
     Mr. McClendon was an electrician in the civil service at Atlanta General Depot. He was born to the late Blunt McClendon and the late Annie Lee Collins McClendon. The Butts County native was a Navy veteran, and he was a member of England Chapel United Methodist Church in Butts County.
     Survivors include his wife, Birdie McClendon; daughter, Wanda Cauthen of Marietta; sons, Charles Thomas Caufchen and Michael Lynn Cauthen, both of Atlanta, and John Earl Cauthen of West Point; eight grandchildren; sisters, Sarah Kelly of Stockbridge, and Ann Childs of Atlanta; several nieces and nephews; and sisters-in-law, Mary Ogletree and Joann Vaughn, both of Griffin, Jeanette Thomas of Jackson, Louise McClendon, and Shirley McClendon.
     Haisten Funeral Home in Griffin was in charge of arrangements.

McClendon, Thomas J.
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Mar 1985
     Thomas J. McClendon, 73, of Locust Grove died Friday at Henry General Hospital.
     Mr. McClendon, a native of Butts County, is survived by his wife, Eloise Hammock McClendon; children, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas G. McClendon of Fayetteville, Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Hand Jr. of Locust Grove, Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Matthews of Grtffin, Mr. and Mrs. H.C. McClendon of Stockbridge, and Mr. and Mrs. Larry Singley of McDonough; brothers. G.C. McClendon and David E. McClendon, both of Locust Grove; sister, Mrs. J. W, Copeland of Locust Grove; 11 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
     The funeral was held Sunday at 3 p.m. at Carmichael Chapel in McDonough with the Rev. Colin Dacus officiating. Burial was in the Locust Grove cemetery.
     Carmichael & Son Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

McClendon, William Blount
Jackson Progress-Argus, May 12, 1949.
W. B. McClendon Called by Death.
     William Blount McClendon, 59 years of age, died at h is home Friday at 4 p.m. as the result of a sudden illness and a period of ill health for several months.
     Born in Butts county, he was a son of the late Mrs. Mary Edwards McClendon and W. J. McClendon, Confederate veteran. He had resided in the Jenkinsburg community for several years and was a successful farmer and actively identified with the county's progress. He served a long connection with the old Jackson Rifles and was a veteran of the Mexican Border , a steward in England's Chapel church, Mason and Woodmen of the World.
     Survivors are his wife, the former Miss Annie Lee Collins; three sons, William J., Sam F. and Lee C. McClendon; three daughters, Mrs. F. E. Black, Miss Sara McClendon and Mrs. R. E. Childs, all of Atlanta; three grandsons, William J. Jr. and John E. McClendon and Samuel Wayne Black, Atlanta; three brothers, J. C., F. E., and G. C. McClendon and a sister, Mrs. Will Kitchens, all of Butts county.
     Funeral services were held at Englands Chapel Sunday at 2. with the pastor, Rev. W. C. Bowen, officiating. The pallbearers were Elwood, Tom, Bennie D., James K., and Davis McClendon and Bailey Woodward.
     Burial was in Fellowship church cemetery and plans were directed by Thornton Funeral Home.

McClendon, William Joel
  The Jackson Progress-Argus April 11, 1924
Mr. W. J. McClendon Summoned To Reward
     The death of Mr. William Joel McClendon, aged 78, occurred at his home in Towaliga district Friday night at 8 o'clock. He had been in declining health for several months. His passing causes sorrow among a wide circle of friends over the county.
     Mr. McClendon was born and reared in Jasper county but had been a resident of Butts county for a number of years. He was held in high esteem by all who knew him and was regarded as an upright, honest citizen of many sterling qualities. Mr. McClendon served in the War Between the States as a member of Company I, Fifth Georgia Militia. He was a member of the Camp Barnett, U. C. V. and held the office of first sergeant at the time of his death. He was a member of the County Line church. He showed much interest in all matters pertaining to the Confederacy and was a regular attendant at the Memorial Day exercises.
     Surviving relatives are his wife, who was Miss Mary Edwards before her marriage; six sons, Messrs. J. C., R., E., F., G. C., and W. R. McClendon, of Butts County, and D. W. McClendon, of Atlanta; one daughter, Mrs. W. J. Kitchens, of Butts county, all of whom have the sympathy of many friends in their bereavement.
     Funeral services were held at the County line church Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock. The services were conducted by Rev. W. O. Sharp and interment was in the church yard.

McClure, Amelia Jane Giles
  The Jackson Progress-Argus July 12, 1918
Mrs. John M. McClure Answers Final Summons
Beloved Women Passed Away-After Lingering Illness
     Following the death of her husband by just one month, Mrs. J. M. McClure, 68 years of age, passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. W. H. Singley, at 4 o'clock Saturday afternoon. She had been in declining health for some time and death was not unexpected.
     Mrs. McClure was a Miss Giles before her marriage and was a native of this county. She was held in high esteem by a large circle of friends. Mrs. McClure was a member of Macedonia church and was a truly a good woman.
     Mrs. McClure was one of the most loved and highly respected women in the county. Her friendship was prized by all who knew her. She was a trusting, loyal friend and those who knew her best esteemed her most highly. Her many loveable traits of character endeared her to a large number of friends, whose hearts are sad because of her passing.
     She had been a member of the Macedonia church for thirty years, and during those years she had exemplified her noble, Christian character in her daily life.
She is survived by two sons, H. G. McClure, of Butts county and Will McClure, of Buchanan, Ga.; three daughters, Mrs. W. H. Singley, and Mrs. Will Smith of Butts county, and Mrs. John Singley, of Idaho Falls, Idaho.
     The funeral was held at the Macedonia church Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. S. H. England officiating and interment was in the church cemetery

McClure, Bashie Holifield
Jackson Progress Argus December 6, 1929
Burns Prove Fatal to Beloved Woman
     Mrs. J. W. McClure, age 59, one of the city's most widely beloved woman, died at her home here Thursday morning, November 29, 1929, at 11:30 o'clock as a result of injuries she suffered Tuesday night when she fell in front of an open grate and was severely burned. Her passing brought deep regret to a host of friends.
     Mrs. McClure had been in declining health for some time, having suffered from a complication of diseases. While left alone for a few minutes Tuesday night she fell and her clothing caught fire from the grate. The burns were deep and painful and from the first her condition wars regarded critical.
     Mrs. McClure was born and reared in Butts county. Before marriage she was Miss Bashie Holifield, member of a well known family. She was a member of the Baptist church and was highly esteemed for her fine qualities of character. She was the widow of the late Mr. J. W. McClure, who preceded her in death several years.
     She is survived by three daughters Mrs. Glen Landers of Savanah; Mrs. H. K. Smith and Miss. Lottie McClure of Jackson; two sons, William McClure connected with the Rogers store in LaGrange and Leonard McClure of Alabama. A sister, Mrs. John Heath of Jackson; a brother, Mr. Jesse H. Holifield of Jackson.
     Funeral services were held at Macedonia church Friday afternoon.

McClure, Cornelius
  The Jackson Progress-Argus April 22, 1921
Mr. Cornelius McClure Summoned To Reward.
     After an illness of several weeks duration Mr. Cornelius, 72 years of age, passed away at his home at Stark Tuesday morning. He suffered from a complication of diseases and a general breakdown in health.
     Mr. McClure was one of Butts county's best known and highly respected citizens. He had spent his entire life in the county and was a successful planter. He enjoyed the confidence and esteem of hosts of friends and his passing brought general regret.
     He is survived by three sons, Mr. J. T. McClure, who is warden of the Butts county chain gang, Mr. T. C. McClure and Mr. J. A. McClure who saw service overseas as a member of the Jackson Rifles; two daughters, Mrs. C. B. Biles and Mrs. Essie Williamson. His wife preceded him to the grace several years.
     In their sorrow the family have the sympathy of countless friends.
     Funeral services were conducted at Macedonia church Wednesday morning at 11 o'clock, Rev. W. O. Sharp officiating. The grandsons of the deceased acted as pallbearers and interment was in the Macedonia cemetery.

McClure, Hope Griffin
Jackson Progress Argus 17Apr 1969
Hope McClure Buried At Macedonia
     Mr. Hope G. McClure, 86, widely known resident of the Stark Community, died Wednesday morning, April 9, at 11:50 o'clock at Sylvan Grove Hospital following a lengthy illness.
     A native of Butts County, Mr. McClure was the son of the late Mr. John M. McClure and Mrs. Amanda Jane Giles McClure. Mr. McClure was a retired employee of the L. and N. Railroad and had made his home at Stark for a long number of years. He was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church.
     Funeral services were held, Thursday afternoon, April 10, at 2 o'clock from the Macedonia Baptist Church with the Rev. R. W. Jenkins, pastor, officiating. Interment was in the Macedonia Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Surviving Mr. McClure are his wife, Mrs. Laura Harmon McClure, Jackson; a daughter, Mrs. James M. Owens, Forest Park; a son, Willis McClure, Jackson; four grandchildren; five great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were, Elmer F. Cawthon, Mercer Hodges, C. L. Bradley, Bennie Cook, Fred H. Morgan, L. J. Brown.
     
McClure, Infant
Jackson Progresss-Argus March 2 1917
Death of Infant
     Mr. and Mrs. J. T. McClure have the sympathy of their many friends in the death of their infant, which occurred Saturday, Feb. 17. The interment was in the Macedonia cemetery.

McClure, Infant
  The Jackson Argus June 7, 1901
     Mr. and Mrs. Jim McClure's little child died Thursday, of the measles. The body was laid to rest Thursday evening in the Masedonia cemetery. Many friends and relatives from here attended the burial. The Argus extends its heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved mother and father.

McClure, Infant
  The Jackson Record February 8, 1907
Stark.
     Sarah the little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan McClure died Friday and was laid to rest Saturday afternoon at Macedonia. We extend our heart felt sympathy to the bereaved ones.
  
McClure, J. Arthur
Jackson Progress Argus 05 Sep 1930
Mr. Arthur Mcclure Passed Away Aug. 27
     The death of Mr. J. Arthur McClure, aged 42, a former resident of Butts county, occurred Wednesday night of the past week at his home in College Park. He had been in declining health for several months. Mr. McClure had not been entirely well since his service overseas with the American army. He had many relatives and friends here who were pained to learn of his death.
     Mr. McClure was the youngest son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Cornelius McClure. He grew to manhood here and was formerly connected with the road building forces of the county. During the World War he served overseas and was an officer in the Jackson Rifles. He was a member of Worthville lodge of Masons.
     He is survived by his wife, formerly Miss Lessie Stodghill, of Worthville; two sons, Russell and Marcell; two brothers, J. T. and T. C. McClure, of Jackson, and two sisters, Mrs. C. B. Biles and Mrs. Essie Williamson, of Butts county.
       Funeral services were held Friday afternoon at the College Park Baptist church, with Dr. Sentell, of the First Baptist church and Dr. McGeahey, of the Second Baptist church, and Rev. J. B. Stodghill, of Jenkinsburg, officiating. Interment was in the College Park cemetery.

McClure, John Marion
The Jackson Progress-Argus June 14, 1918
Mr. John M. McClure passed Away Monday
     Following an illness of two years or more, Mr. John M. McClure, aged 77, a Confederate veteran and well known citizen, died at his home near Stark at 3 o'clock Monday morning. Paralysis was the cause of death.
     Mr. McClure was one of the most highly esteemed men in the county. He served in the Civil War as a member of Co. I. Jeff Davis Rifles, the first company to leave the county and was a member of the local U. C. V.
     He is survived by his wife, who was a Miss Giles before her marriage, two sons, H. G. McClure, of Butts county, and Will McClure; three daughters, Mrs. W. H. Singley, Mrs. Will Smith and Mrs. J. T. Singley; one brother, Mr. Cornelius McClure.
     The funeral was held at Macedonia church, of which the deceased was a member at 4 o'clock Monday afternoon. Rev. W. O. Sharp officiated and interment was in the church yard.

McClure, John Thomas
Jackson Progress-Argus 25 May 1934
Mr. John T. Mcclure Summoned by Death
     Mr. John Thomas McClure, 56 years of age, died at his home near Indian Springs Thursday morning a t 3:30. He had been in declining health for several years and suffered from a complication of diseases.
     Mr. McClure was born and reared in Butts county, a son of the late Mr. Cornelius McClure and Mrs. Carrie Mayfield McClure, old and esteemed residents of the county. For a long number of years Mr; McClure was warden of the Butts county Chain gang and was widely recognized as an authority on road building. Of late years he had been engaged in farming.
     Mr. McClure was well known over the county and had a large circle of friends. He was a member of the Macedonia Baptist church. He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. N. B. Pettigrew and Mrs. C. B. Hamlin, both of Butts county; two sons, Morris, of Washington City, and Joe Brown McClure, of Butts county; two sisters, Mrs. C. B. Biles and Mrs. Essie Williamson, both of Butts county, and a brother, Troy McClure, of Covington. Funeral services will be held at Macedonia church Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock.

McClure, Joseph Asbury
Jackson Progress Argus 31 Mar 1955
Death Claims Joseph McClure On Sunday
     The Body of Joseph Asbury McClure, 45, of Pepperton was found Sunday morning on the Southern Railway right-of-way near the Standard Oil bulk plant.
     The crew of a Southern freight train spotted the body and left word at the Flovilla office. Local authorities were notified and the body was discovered about noon Sunday.
     A verdict of death from exposure by freezing was rendered by a coroner's jury, impaneled to investigate the death under direction of Butts County Coroner Joel V. Crane. Mr. McClure had been missing from his home since Saturday morning.
     A veteran of World War II, he was born in Butts county, the son of John Thomas McClure and Mrs. Clyde Yancey McClure, both now deceased.
     Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at three o'clock in the Macedonia Baptist Church, with the Rev. Edgar Welch, pastor, officiating. Interment was in the Macedonia cemetery with Peacock & Ball Funeral Home in charge.
     The pallbearers were Calvin Burford, Billy McCarty, Brownlee Pettigrew, Edwin James, Thomas Lee James, Lamar James.
     Mr. McClure is survived by his wife, Mrs. Willie Strawn McClure; one daughter, Clarice, McClure; one son, Barry McClure of Savannah; two sisters, Mrs. Charles Hamlin of Indian Springs and Mrs. Miller Ogletree of Monroe county.

McClure, Laura Harmon
Jackson Progress Argus 27 Jan 1977
Mrs. Laura McClure Rites Held Tuesday
     Mrs. Laura Harmon McClure, 90, of the. Stark Community, died about midnight Sunday at the Westbury Medical Care Home, Jenkinsburg, where she had been a patient for two years.
     Born June 25, 1886 in Butts County, she was the daughter of a pioneer Butts County family. Her mother was Mrs. Leila Bankston Harmon and her father ,N.J. Harmon, edited the Middle Georgia Argus in 1893 and The Jackson Argus in 1894. She was the widow of Mr. Hope McClure.
     Mrs. McClure was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church and for a number of years was a valued correspondent from the Stark Community for the Jackson Progress-Argus.
     Survivors include a son, Willis H. McClure of Jackson; daughter, Mrs. Evelyn Owens of Morrow; two brothers, N. J. Harmon of Atlanta and J. G. Harmon of Savannah; four sisters, Mrs. Lillie H. Downing, Mrs. Emma Owens, Mrs. Ina Linton, all of Atlanta and Mrs. Nina Vickers of Charlotte, N.C.; two grandsons, Gerald McClure of Morrow and David Owens of Forest Park; two granddaughters, Mrs. Shirley Blalock of Richmond, Va. and Mrs. Kathy Reese of Conley.
     Funeral services were conducted Tuesday afternoon at two o'clock from the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with the Rev. R. W. Jenkins officiating. Interment was in the Macedonia Baptist Church cemetery with Sherrell Funeral Home in charge.
     Pallbearers were Donald Bankston, Ewell Nash, Jerman Harris, Cline Bradley, Gene Mitchell, and George Stanfield.

McClure, Lessie Stodghill
Jackson Progress Argus 06 Sep 1995
     Mrs. Lessie Stodghill McClure, age 98, of Jackson, died, Friday, September 1, 1995 at the Sylvan Grove Hospital in Jackson.
     Graveside services were held Sunday, September 3 in the College Park Cemetery in College Park. Rev. John Garland and Rev. Vincent Baza officiated.
     Mrs. McClure was born in Butts County October 29, 1896, the daughter of the late William Francis Stodghill and Mary Jane Pope Stodghill. She was the wife of the late Arthur McClure who died in 1930. Mrs. McClure was a retired employee of Nabisco Products.
     Other than her husband, Mrs. McClure was preceded in death by sons, Russell and Macelle McClure.
     Survivors include several nieces and nephews, among those are Don, Rachel and Donna Rooks, Sheila and Wesley Baker, Marcia and Donnie Benton, Susie Martin, Overa and John Lawton, Arthur and Catherine Stodghill, all of Jackson; Patricia Mullins of Mansfield; Wentzell and Marion Wilson of Griffin; Azelle and Robert Lacey, Ansley and Roslyn Wilson, all of Atlanta; and a grandson, Tandy Way of Tampa, Fla.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

McClure, Mamie Harmon
Jackson Progress Argus 30 May 1968
Mrs. McClure Buried Tuesday At Macedonia
     Mrs. Mamie Harmon McClure, 86, widow of Troy C. McClure, died early Monday morning at Westbury Nursing Home. She had been in enfeebled health for a number of years.
     Mrs. McClure was born in Henry County March 25, 1882, but had resided in Butts County most of. her life. She was the daughter of the late Mr. Newton Harmon and Mrs. Lila Bankston Harmon. She was a member of Macedoriia Baptist Church.
     Funeral services were held at Macedonia Baptist Church Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock with the Rev. T. H. Wilder officiating. Interment was at the Macedonia
Baptist Church cemetery with Sherrell Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.
     Mrs. McClure is survived by two brothers, Judson Harmon, Atlanta, and James Harmon, Savannah; six sisters, Mrs. Maude Jones and Mrs. Laura McClure,
Jackson, Mrs. Nina Vickers, Charlotte, N. C., Mrs. Emma Owens, Mrs. Lillie Downing and Mrs. Ina Linton, Atlanta; one son, J. C. McClure, Porterdale; four daughters, Mrs. Maxie Maddox, Porterdale, Mrs. Mildred Norsworthy and Mrs. Ruth Thaxton, Jackson, and Mrs. Rachel Sherwood, McDonough; 21 grandchildren and 42 great grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were Jerry Thaxton, Joe McClure, W. C. Norsworthy, Troy Norsworthy, David Maddox, J. C. Maddox.

McClure, Martha Caroline Mayfield
Jackson Progress-Argus Aug 10 1917
Mrs. Cornelius McClure Passes to Reward
     Coming as a shock and surprise to a large circle of friends was the death of Mrs. Cornelius McClure, which occurred at her home near Stark Monday night at 11 o'clock. Paralysis was the cause of death. She had been in feeble health for several months, but new of her demise came as a shock to many friends over the county.
     Mrs. McClure, who was 55 years of age, was a Miss Mayfield before her marriage. She was one of the county's most highly respected and widely beloved women, enjoying the esteem of all who knew her. For many years she had been a member of Macedonia church and was a faithful and devoted member.
     Surviving Mrs. McClure are her husband, Mr. Cornelius McClure; three sons, Mr. J. T. McClure, warden of the Butts county camp, Mr. T. C. McClure, and Sergeant J. A. McClure, with the Jackson Rifles in Camp Harris; two daughters, Mrs. C. B. Biles and Mrs. Ezra Williamson.
     The funeral was held at Macedonia Wednesday morning at 11 o'clock, many relative and friends gathering for a last tribute. The service was conducted by Rev. W. O. Sharp and interment was in the church yard.

McClure, Maurice C. "Mack"
Jackson Progress-Argus, February 28, 1952
     Mack McClure, 46, former resident of Jackson but for several years a citizen of College Park, died February 19 at a private hospital in Atlanta.
     Funeral services were held Thursday at 2 p.m. at Macedonia Baptist church with Rev. W. M. Blackwell officiating. Burial was in the churchyard with D. T. Carmichael & Son funeral directors in charge.
     Son of the late Mr. and Mrs. J. T. McClure of Jackson, Mr. McClure was born and reared here and attended the local schools. For some years he lived in Washington, D. C. and four years ago moved to College Park where he was steel and sash director at the Beck Construction Company. He was a member of Macedonia Baptist church at Stark. His father served many years as warden and road superintendent in Butts county.
     Survivors are his wife, two sisters, Mrs. Miller Ogletree of Forsyth and Mrs. C. B. Hamlin of Indian Springs; a brother, Joseph A. McClure of Jackson, several nieces and nephews.

McClure, Sarah
Jackson Record Feb 15 1907
     Sarah the little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan McClure died Friday and was laid to rest Saturday afternoon at Macedonia. We extend our heart felt sympathy to the bereaved ones.

McClure, Sarah Polk Campbell
The Jackson Progress-Argus May 1, 1925
Mrs. J. T. McClure Passed To Reward.
     The death of Mrs. J. T. McClure, widow of the late John McClure, occurred at 8 o'clock Wednesday night at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Pauline Owens in Locust Grove. She had been on a visit to relatives in Atlanta and stopped off in Locust Grove for a visit. Mrs. McClure, who was 77 years of age, resided on North Mulberry street in Jackson.
     The deceased was a widely beloved woman of the community and was a member of Macedonia church. She had a wide circle of friends who regret to know of her passing.
     She is survived by one son, Mr. J. A. McClure, of Newton county; five daughters, Mrs. J. S. M. Ingram, Jenkinsburg, Mrs. J. W. Mayfield, of Flovilla, Mrs. L. Norsworthy, of Jackson, Miss Deedie McClure, of Atlanta, and Mrs. Pauline Owens, of Locust Grove.
     Funeral services were held at Macedonia church Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock with Dr. I. G. Walker, the pastor, officiating. Interment was in the church yard.

McClure, Thomas Jefferson
  Butts County Progress October 23, 1914
Mr. T. J. McClure Died At Stark Saturday Night
     Following an illness of some time. Mr. T. J. McClure passed away at his home near stark at 11 o'clock Saturday night. Dropsy is given as the cause of death. Mr. McClure was about 66 years of age. He was a member of the Baptist church and a Confederate veteran, having been a member of Co. G, Third Georgia Regiment. Mr. McClure was a well known citizen of the county and his death is regretted among a wide circle of friends.
     He is survived by his wife who was a Miss Campbell before her marriage, two sons, Messrs. J. W. McClure of this city, superintendent of the Jackson Oil Mill, J. A. McClure of Woodstown; six daughters, Mrs. J. W. Kimbell and Mrs. Magruder Ingram of Jenkinsburg, Mrs. J. W. May of Flovilla, Mrs. L. Nosworthy, Mrs. Ira Owen and Miss Deedie McClure, and other relatives.
     The funeral was held at Macedonia Monday morning at 11 o'clock, the services being conducted by his pastor, Rev. Z. E. Barron. The many friends of the family extend their sympathy in the hour of bereavement.

Butts County Progress October 16, 1914
Stark.
     Mr. Tom McClure died at his home Saturday night. The interment took place Monday morning at Macedonia where he had been a faithful member for many years. The funeral was conducted by Rev. Z. E. Barron. His family and relatives have the sympathy of a large circle of friends.

McClure, Thomas W.
  Middle Georgia Argus July 29, 1890
Iron Springs.
     Thomas McClure, after a few weeks illness, on the night of the 27th ult., at 8:30 o'clock departed this life, at the advanced age of 84 years. His remains were interred in the Macedonia cemetery, where he had been a faithful member at the Baptist church for years.

McClure, Troy Cornelius
Jackson Progress-Argus, August 1, 1946.
Troy McClure Taken by Death Early Monday.
     Troy Cornelius McClure, 67 years of age, successful Butts county farmer, died at his home near Jackson at 5:30 Monday morning after an illness of several weeks. He returned from an Atlanta hospital several week ago and failed to show improvement.
     Member of one of the county's oldest families, Mr. McClure was a son of Cornelius McClure and his wife, Mrs. Carrie Mayfield McClure. His families have played an important part in the progress of the county. He was a member of Macedonia church and was highly esteemed by a host of friends.
     Survivors are his wife, the former Miss Mamie Harmon of Jackson; one son, J. C. Maddox of Porterdale; four daughters, Mrs. Alvin Maddox of Porterdale; Mrs. Howard Norsworthy, Mrs. R. H. Thaxton, and Mrs. Sam W. Sherwood of Jackson; two sisters, Mrs. C. B. Biles of Jackson and Mrs. Ezra Williamson of Atlanta. He is survived by several grandchildren.
     Funeral services were held at Macedonia church Tuesday afternoon and Rev. L. H. Amason, pastor, officiated. Burial was in the family lot in the church cemetery and Thornton Funeral Home had charge of plans.
     The pallbearers were Sam Williamson, J. R. McClure, Jack McClure, Luther Biles, Rebon Biles, and C. B. Biles.

Jackson Progress-Argus, August 8, 1946. Error in Funeral.
     In listing the services of Mr. Troy C. McClure, Butts county farmer who died last week, his son was given as J. C Maddox instead of J. C. McClure. The Progress-Argus is glad to make the correction.

McClure, Willie Clarice Strawn
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Feb 1964
Rites For Mrs. Willie McClure Held Tuesday
     Funeral services for Mrs. Willie Clarice Strawn McClure, 56, of Jackson, who died in Atlanta Monday morning, were held Tuesday afternoon at Macedonia BaptIst Church with the Rev. T. H. Wilder, pastor, and the Rev. James Burleson officiating. Burial was in Macedonia Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Born in Henry County, she was the daughter of Joseph Marvin Strawn and the late Mrs. Alice Lumsden Strawn. For a number of years she was employed at Pepperton Cotton Mills. She was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church, where her body lay in state 30 minutes prior to services. Her husband was the late Joseph A. McClure. Mrs. McClure is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Clarice Annette McKinnon, Jackson; one son, Barry McClure, Savannah; parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Strawn, Jackson; three sisters, Mrs. J. R. Marchman, Mrs. Wallace James, and Mrs. Girden Cook, all of Jackson; one brother, Robert Strawn, Jackson; two grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Marvin James, Thomas James, Edwin James Lamar James, Ed Williams, and Emerson Burford.

McCommon, Elijah
  The Jackson Argus November 20, 1908
Suicide Near Forsyth.
Forsyth, Ga., Nov. 16.
     Elijah McCommon, son of J. T. McCommon, committed suicide at his home five miles from here on the Indian Spring road today. After telling his family about some business matters he wanted to attend to, he lay down, covered himself with a quilt and shot himself in the mouth with a shot gun. No cause for the deed is known.

McConnell, George Darr, Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 20 May 1965
Geo. McConnell Dies in Griffin
     Mr. George Darr McConnell Sr., 63, of 707 Bieze Street, Griffin, a former resident of Jackson, died at 6 o'clock Thursday morning, May 13, at the Griffin-Spalding County Hospital where he had been a patient for 10 days.
     Mr. McConnell was superintendent of the American Mills in Griffin. He had served as superintendent of the Jackson branch of American Mills, being transferred back to Griffin several months ago. While in Jackson he was a very active member of the Jackson Kiwanis Club. He and his wife made their home on Covington Street when they lived in Jackson.
     A native of Sharon, Pa., he came to Griffin 10 years ago from Nazareth, Pa. He was an attendant of the Association of Christian Men and attended the Middlebrooks Chapel at Jonesboro where he was a teacher of the Men's Sunday School Class.
     At the time of his death he was a member of the Griffin Kiwanis Club and was chairman of the committee on Support of Churches. He was also active in the ministry of the Gideon fellowship.
     Surviving him are his wife, Mrs. Margaret Leopold McConnell, Griffin; two daughters, Mrs. M. O. Thompson of Cedarburg, Wis. and Mrs. Ernest L. Lahr of Fort Walton Beach, Fla.; two sons, George D. McConnell Jr. and Peter John McConnell, both of the U. S. Navy; 15 grandchildren and one sister, Mrs. James Abrams.
     Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock from Haisten's Chapel in Griffin with Dr. Delma Hagood and the Rev. Clifford Chandler officiating. Burial was in Oak Hill Cemetery.
McConnell, Lincoln, Dr.
Jackson Progress Argus May 9, 1930
Dr. Lincoln Mcconnell Passed Away Tuesday
     Dr. Lincoln McConnell, aged 65, well known minister, author and lecturer, died at his home in Jacksonville, Fla., Tuesday, death resulting from a heart attack. Dr. McConnell was one of the leading ministers in the South, having served as pastor in Atlanta, Oklahoma City, St. Petersburg and at the time of his death was pastor of the First Baptist church in Jacksonville.
     He had often preached in Jackson and was well and favorably known here, where many friends were pained to learn of his passing.
     He is survived by his wife, who was formerly Miss White, daughter of Mrs. J. O. White, who makes her home in Jackson; three sons, Edward McConnell, radio announcer, of Cleveland, Ohio; Lincoln McConnell, Jr., secretary of the Macon chamber of commerce; Robert Lee McConnell; of Orlando, Fla. and a daughter, Mrs. L. V. Larkin, of Houston, Texas.
     The body will be brought to Jackson Friday morning and funeral services will be held at the First Baptist church at 10 o'clock with Rev. Thos. M. Callaway officiating. Interment will be in the Jackson city cemetery.

McCord, Mrs.
  Butts County Progress December 30, 1910
     The death of Mrs. McCord occurred at her home in Towaliga district Saturday morning at 11 o'clock. The funeral was held at Fellowship Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock, Rev. James Bradley conducting the services.

McCord, Abigail L.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus June 22, 1928
Miss Abbie McCord Passed Away Here Early Monday.
     Following a period of declining health extending over two years and a serious illness of several weeks, Miss Abbie McCord, 76 years of age, passed away at her home on Covington Street Monday morning at an early hour. Her death brought sincere regret to a wide circle of friends here and elsewhere over the state.
     Miss McCord was born and reared in Jackson, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Walsten McCord, pioneer citizens of Butts county. She was connected with the well known McCord family of this section. She had been one to take a leading part in the religious business and educational affairs of this section. She had been a member of the Jackson Methodist church since girlhood and in point of continuous membership was the oldest member of the church. She possessed many fine qualities of character and was widely beloved for her unselfish Christian service.
     She is survived by three brothers, Mr. N. B. McCord, and Mr. J. R. McCord, of Jackson, and Mr. T. W. McCord, of Atlanta. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were held at the Methodist church Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock and the pastor, Rev. Augustus Ernest, conducted the impressive rites. Attesting the love and esteem in which she was held were many lovely floral offerings. The funeral was attended by a large number of relatives and friends, including visitors from Atlanta and other cities. The body was laid to rest in the Jackson cemetery.

McCord, Annie Lou
Jackson Progress Argus 02 Jul 1970
Death Closes Career Of Miss McCord
Miss Annie Lou McCord
     A teaching career, probably without parallel in Georgia educational circles, came to an end Sunday night with the death of Miss Annie Lou McCord, 86, at Hilltop Nursing Home in Monroe County. She expired about 8:40 o'clock and had been in ill health for the past three years.
     Born May 27th, 1884 on a Butts County farm, she was the daughter of the late Capt. J. W. McCord and Mrs. Mary Jane Crawford McCord, widely known and highly esteemed citizens of another era. Upon graduation from Jackson High School, Miss McCord received a B.S. degree from LaGrange College in the class of 1903.
     Theodore Roosevelt was president of the United States when Miss Annie Lou, as she was affectionately known by her legion of friends, began her teaching career in the First Grade of the Moultrie Grammar School. In an interview granted the Progress-Argus.
     Theodore Roosevelt was president of the United States when Miss Annie Lou, as she was affectionately known by her legion of friends, began her teaching career in the First Grade of the Moultrie Grammar School. In an interview granted the Progress-Argus in February 1956 when she was named Butts County Teacher of The Year, Miss Annie Lou recalled that back in those horse and buggy days, "you could buy eggs for 10c a dozen and a nice fryer for 20c, but my board bill still took half of my $30 a month salary."
     After four years at Moultrie during which she was in both the First and Second Grades, Miss McCord was named principal of the Preparatory Department of the Meridian College of Meridian, Miss. She held this position for four years until sickness in her family led her to accept a position in the Jackson Grammar School in 1911.
     She taught in the Second, Third and Fourth Grades until 1913 when she was assigned the First Grade and helped beginners over their first scholastic hurdle for well over 50 years until her retirement in June 1957. One of the highlights of her teaching career came during the early 1950's when the Butts County Home Demonstration Clubs made her classroom into a model at a cost of over $500. Single desks were installed as were modern lighting fixtures, black boards, Venetian blinds, with other features added.
     Miss McCord was an honorary member of the local chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma, National Teachers Society.
     A deeply religious person who practiced her Christianity in every day living, Miss McCord was a member of the Jackson United Methodist Church, the Wesleyan Service Guild, and for a number of years owned a cottage at the Indian Springs Holiness Camp Ground which was a haven for her many friends during the 10-day session of Camp Meeting. She was a member of the WCTU, a former member of the UDC and D AR, serving these organizations with devotion and faithfulness.
     For a long number of years Miss Annie Lou made her home at 152 Benton Street. She suffered a fractured hip in a fall several years ago and in later months had been a patient at Hilltop Nursing Home near Forsyth.
     Funeral services for Miss McCord were held Tuesday morning at 11:30 o'clock from Haisten's Chapel with the Rev. Donald Gray, pastor of the Jackson United Methodist Church, Dr. Z. T. Johnson of Wilmore, Ky., and Rev. Paul Pappas of Trenton, Ohio officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Miss McCord is survived by a sister-in-law, Mrs. C. R. McCord, Atlanta; two nieces, Mrs. James P. Drew, Atlanta and Mrs. Mary Lewis Mussett, Memphis, Tenn.; three nephews, Dr. W. F. McCord, Tulsa, Okla.; C. R. McCord, Jr., Ft. Myers, Fla.; John W. McCord, Cleveland, Tenn.; several great nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Morrison McCord, Mike Allen, Doyle Jones Jr., Levi Ball, Hiram Franklin, Wayne Barnes, Willie Avery Cook, and Charles Carter.
     In lieu of flowers members of the Methodist Church are asked to make donations to the Rev. Paul J. Pappas Fund. Friends of other denominations are requested to make their contributions to the Jackson School, Primary Department, c/o Mrs. Lula Cook in the County School Superintends office in the Courthouse.

McCord. Charles Rufus
Jackson Progress Argus May 1938
Funeral Rites For C. R. McCord
Well Known Macon Man and Former Jackson Resident Died Tuesday Evening after Long Illness
     Burial services for Mr. Charles R. McCord. 64 years of age. former resident of Jackson, who died at his home in Macon Tuesday night, were held at the Jackson cemetery Wednesday afternoon. The graveside services were conducted by Dr. George M, Wilcox, pastor of the Vineville Presbyterian church, of which Mr. McCord was a member. Pallbearers were John Graham, Willam Penn, Tom Elfe, Kyle Alfriend, Frank Baker and Jack Stubbs. Interment was in the family lot.
     Mr. McCord had long been in declining health and had been critically ill for six weeks. Several days ago he was removed to a Macon hospital.
     Son of the late John William McCord and Mrs. Mary Jane Crawford McCord, he was born in Jackson January 1, 1874. He was connected with families long prominent in the affairs of this section. After completing his education in the Jackson public schools and the Georgia School of Technology, Mr. McCord engaged in a business career. Some thirty years ago he moved to Macon and conducted a merchandise brokerage business.
     One of the most prominent masons in the state, Mr. McCord was a past commander of the grand commandery of Georgia Knights. He was recorder Georgia Knight Templar. He was recorder Al Sihah temple of the Shrine in Macon, a member of Macon Lodge No. 5, F. and A. M., a Knights Templar, Shriner in the 32nd degree Mason. He was well. known among the Masonic bodies here where he had of visited and was prevented from attending the recent inspection and banquet of Alexius commandery of Knights Templar.
     He is survived by his wife, the former Miss Hattie Combs; a daughter, Mrs. J. P. Drew, Atlanta; three sons, Fletcher McCord Lawrence, Kan.; Charles McCord, Macon. and John W. McCord, Atlanta; a sister Miss Annie Lou McCord, teacher he Jackson public schools. The late Mrs. Lizzie McCord Butner and Mrs. Kate McCord Lewis were sisters.
     Funeral services were held at Hart's mortuary in Macon at 3 o'clock Wednesday afternoon and the body brought to Jackson for burial. Beautiful floral tributes at attested the popularity of Mr. McCord.
     The death of this prominent citizen brought sorrow to hosts of Butts county friends and relatives.
 
McCord, Ed
  Butts County Progress August 13, 1908
Stabbed To Death.
     George Anderson, colored, stabbed a long bladed knife into the chest of Ed McCord, another negro, at the Ocmulgee dam Wednesday morning, the knife slightly penetrating the heart and the victim dying Wednesday afternoon.
     The slayer made a flight for liberty but was pursued and captured about a mile up the river by Superintendent Hillard, who brought him to the county jail.

McCord, Emmet
  Butts County Progress December 16, 1910
Jackson Citizen Died Sunday In Far West
     News of the death of Emmet NcCord in Roswell, N. M., Sunday, was received here Monday and came as a shock to the many friends of the family. Although his extreme illness was known, his relatives were hopeful of his recovery and even Saturday encouraging reports from his bedside. His illness was of an intermittent nature, extending over a period of several months. Over two years ago he went West hoping the climate would be beneficial to the bronchial trouble from which he had long suffered, but the change did not bring the desired improvement and he gradually grew worse until the end came Sunday.
     Mr. McCord was a prominent Mason, which organization looked after the funeral arrangements in New Mexico. He was about 32 years old, being the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. J. R. McCord, of this place. The deceased was born and reared here and spent several years in Atlanta before going West. He is survived by his wife, who was Miss Bessie Campbell, of Atlanta, three children, Marmion, Irma and an infant daughter, his parents; two sisters, Misses Ossie McCord, of Boston and Emma McCord, of Meridian; five brothers, Ralph, of Roswell, of N. M., Marvin, a student at Columbia university, Walter and Howard, of Jackson, and Rev. W. W. McCord, a prominent evangelist.
     The remains were brought to Jackson Thursday afternoon, being accompanied by Mr. Ralph McCord and by a Mr. Ensley a member of the order of Railway Conductors.
     The funeral was held this afternoon at 1:30 from the residence of Mr. McCord's parents. The services were conducted by Rev. Mr. Allen, of Atlanta, who also performed the marriage ceremony of the deceased. He was buried with Masonic honors, the members of St. Johns lodge conducting the impressive services. The funeral was largely attended and many beautiful floral tributes attested to the esteem in which he was held.
     Interment was in the city cemetery.

McCord, Ezra Morrison
Jackson Progress Argus 15 Sep 1993
     Ezra Morrison McCord of Jackson died Wed., Sept. 8, in Atlanta of heart failure. .
     Funeral services were held Fri., Sept. 10, in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home. Interment was in the McCord Mausoleum in Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mr. McCord was born Aug. 18, 1917, son of the late M. Owens and Felicia Morrison McCord.
     He was in the 30th Infantry Division, U. S. Army, during WWII where he assisted in training the first 5,000 men called to duty at Ft. Jackson, S. C. in 1940. He was present during the invasion of Normandy and was engaged in the major battles in Europe with the 30th Division. He was awarded the Bronze Star and received a battlefield commission.
     Following the war, he was a member of Co. A, 121st Infantry, helping re-organize the unit and later served as Company Commander for eight years.
     He owned and operated the State Supply Company in Jackson and was a charter member and director of McIntosh State Bank.
     Mr. McCord was a member of the Jackson United Methodist Church and the Griffin Lodge of Elks.
     Survivors include wife, Annie Van Jones McCord of Jackson; sister Florence M. Pope of Monticello; and several nieces and nephews.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

McCord, Felicia Morrison
Jackson Progress Argus 14 Mar 1979
McCord Rites Held Thursday
     Graveside services for Mrs. Felicia Morrison McCord, 91, were held Thursday afternoon at two o'clock in the Jackson City Cemetery with the Rev. Phil DeMore officiating. Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. McCord died Tuesday evening at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Florence Benton, of Monticello, with who she had lived for the past six years.
     She was the daughter of the late Ezra Morrison and the late Eulalia Gibbs Morrison, of Butts County and was the widow of Mr. M. Owens McCord, former owner of the State Supply Company and first manager of the local REA cooperative.
     Mrs. McCord was a member of the Jackson United MethOdist Church, a former employee of the State Supply Company, and during her active years was a moving force in the County's civic and cultural endeavors.
     Survivors include a son, E. M. (Brer) McCord, of Jackson; daughter, Mrs. Florence McCord Benton, of Monticello; sister, Mrs. J. T. Pittman, of Jackson, and four grandchildren.

McCord, Hattie Combs
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Oct 1975
Graveside Rites For Mrs. McCord
     Graveside services for Mrs. Charles R. (Hattie C.) McCord, 101, of 755 Iris Terrace, Decatur, were held Sunday afternoon, October 19th, in the Jackson City Cemetery with Rev. David R. Black, pastor of the Jackson Presbyterian Church, officiating.
     Mrs. McCord died Friday at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. J. P. Drew, after an extended illness.
     Mrs. McCord was a native of Thomson, the daughter of the late Mr. William Fletcher Combs and Mrs. Oliver Bruckner Combs. She was the widow of Charles R. McCord.
     Mrs. McCord, was a member of Vineville Presbyterian Church in Macon and formerly resided in Jackson where she was a member of the Jackson Presbyterian Church. She resided in Macon and Cleveland, Tennessee and had lived in Decatur for the last 12 years.
     Mrs. McCord is survived by three sons, Dr. William Fletcher McCord of Macon, Charles R. McCord, Jr., also of Macon, and John W. McCord of Cleveland, Tenn.; one daughter, Mrs. James P. Drew of Decatur; seven grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild.
     A. S. Turner & Sons Funeral Home, Decatur, was in charge of arrangements.

McCord, Henry Howard
  Butts County Progress March 19, 1915
Mr. Howard McCord Passes To Reward
     After an illness of some time Mr. Howard McCord died Monday morning at Highlands, N. C., where he had gone for treatment. He was a former resident of this city, but a few years ago the family moved to Atlanta and later to Sale City. Mr. McCord who was 21 years old, is pleasantly remembered here and his demise is regretted by a large circle of Jackson friends.
     Mr. McCord is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. R. McCord, of Sale City, four brothers, Rev. W. W. McCord, Prof. M. O. McCord, of Marshallville, R. R. McCord, Atlanta, and W. C. McCord; two sisters, Mrs. A. W. McLarty, Douglasville, and Miss Emma McCord.
     The body was brought back to Jackson Tuesday morning and the funeral was held at 11 o'clock from the Methodist church, Rev. Olin King conducting the services. Interment was in the City Cemetery. The pallbearers were: Messrs. Claude Spencer, Marvin Spencer, Jim Lyons, H. W. Turner, Ned McCord, Mick Thaxton.
     Among the out-of town people attending the funeral of Howard McCord here Tuesday were Mr. and Mrs. Theodore McCord, Mr. Hughey McCord, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph McCord, Mr. and Mrs. Walter McCord, of Atlanta, Miss Emma McCord, of Meridian, Rev. W. W. McCord, of Sale City, Prof. Marvin Mccord, of Marshallville, Rev. J. S. Lewis, of Flovilla. The parents of the young man, Mr. and Mrs. J. R. McCord, of Sale City, were unable to attend the funeral on account of the illness of Mrs. McCord
     
McCord, Henry Hughey
Jackson Progress Argus 27 Apr 1950
Hughey McCord, Leading Citizen Stricken Sunday
     Henry Hughey McCord, 59, one of the county's best known citizens, died at 5:30 p. m. Sunday as the result, of a sudden illness. During the day he complained of not feeling well and late in the afternoon suffered an attack and passed away before medical assistance could be summoned.
     The sudden passing of this prominent farmer and business leader evoked expressions of sorrow in the community. Born in Jackson but reared in Atlanta he returned here several years ago to be with his uncle, the late Mr. W. M. Barkley, and his aunt, Miss
   Florence Barkley. During his residence here he was actively identified with all constructive community enterprises. He was one of the county's largest farmers and introduced new and progressive ideas, including the building of a large herd of beef cattle, building of fish ponds, the planting of new crops and improving pastures. His farm was regarded as more or less of an experiment station and show place and many farm tours were made there to study his methods.
     In the field of business Mr. McCord was also active and influential. He was a director of the Jackson Ice .corporation, one of the founders of the freezer locker plant and a director at the time of his death. He formerly served as president of the Butts' County Farm Bureau. Every effort for the improvement of farm conditions found in him a willing champion and a liberal financial supporter.
     Born of parents long influential in Butts county's growth, he was a son of Theodore W. McCord and Nan Jane Barkley McCord. Later the family moved to Atlanta and there established a widely known business. He was a member of the Methodist church.
     Surviving are two brothers, C. M. Cord of Memphis, Tenn. and J. L McCord of Atlanta; two nieces, Miss. Mollie McCord of Memphis and Mrs. Esmond Walthall of Los Angeles, Calf.; three nephews, C. M. McCord of Memphis, and C. D. McCord and T P. McCord of Atlanta.
     Funeral services were held Tuesday, at 1 p. m. at the Jackson Methodist church with the pastor, Rev. Ralph Shea, assisted by Dr. Rufus Wicker of the Druid Hills Methodist church in Atlanta officiating. The Pallbearers were G. E. Mallet, M. O. McCord, Chester Rivers, Marlin Spencer, Theodore McCord. and Claud McCord.
     Burial was in West View cemetery. Atlanta. Haisten Funeral Home ld charge of arrangements.
     
McCord, Henry Y.
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Aug 1943
Henry Y. McCord Business Leader, Called By Death
     The death of Henry Y. McCord, 89 years of age, native of Butts county, which occurred Tuesday afternoon at his home in Atlanta, caused regret to relatives and friends here.
     Prominent in business, social and religious activities, he was one of Atlanta's leading citizens. Born here in 1854 of pioneer families, he was one of the few survivors who witnessed Sherman's march through Georgia. As a lad of ten years he saw property destroyed by the invaders.
     In early manhood he moved to Atlanta and soon established the wholesale grocery firm of McCord-Stewart Company. Successful in business, he was actively interested in cultural, religious and educational affairs. He was one of the founders of the Salem camp ground near Covington. As a layman of the Methodist church he aided in the founding of Emory University in Atlanta and served as treasurer of the North Georgia Mission Board. He was interested in sports and was one of the. financial backers of the Atlanta baseball club.
     Mr. McCord was descended from families long influential in the up building Butts county and this section. He always took an active interest in Butts county and its affairs
     He is survived by his wife, the former Miss Ella Whaley of Sparta; four sons, Dr. J. R. McCord, H. Y. McCord Jr., and Jefferson Davis McCord, all of Atlanta; T. A. McCord, Fort Valley. He is also survived by five grandchildren.
     Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at Spring Hill with Dr. Lester Rumble, pastor of St. Mark Methodist church, and Dr. Louie D. Newton, pastor of the Druid Hills Baptist church, officiating. Burial was in West View cemetery.

McCord, Infant
  Middle Georgia Argus March 3, 1885
     A little child of Mr. Rufus McCord died on Saturday and was buried in the city cemetery on Sunday. We extend sympathy.

McCord, James Rufus
Jackson Progress-Argus 26 Oct 1934
Mr. J. Rufus Mccord Passes at Clarkston
     Relatives and friends here were saddened by the death of Mr. James Rufus McCord, 89 years of age, which occured Sunday night at the home of his son, Mr. Walter McCord, in Clarkston. He had been in declining health for some time.
     Mr. McCord was born in Butts county and was connected with a pioneer family of this section. He was a son of J. Walstein McCord .and Polly Cook McCord, prominent residents of the county. Mr. McCord resided here most of his life and was well known and highly, esteemed by a wide circle of friends. He was a member of the Methodist church and was a Confederate veteran. Mr. McCord was born October 31, 1845 and would have celebrated his 89th birthday in a few days.
     He is survived by the following sons and daughters, his wife having preceeded him to the grave: Rev. W. W. McCord, Sales City; Mr. Ralph R. McCord, Miami, Fla.; Mrs. A. W. McLarty, Douglasville; Mrs. Emma McCord Shingler, Donaldsonville; Mr. Walter McCord, of Clarkston and Mr. M. O. McCord, of Jackson. He is also survived by the following grandchildren, Walstein McCord, Jr., Rennie Catherine and Willard McCord, Mary Owen, Ossie Wilson, Claire and Arch McLarty, Elaine and Rebecca Shingler, Janie Ralph McCord, Morrison, Marvin and Florence McCord; one brother, Mr. Theodore W. McCord, of Jackson. He was a brother of the late Mr. N. R. McCord, Mr. J. Cook McCord, Miss Abbie McCord, Perkins and Thomas McCord, Mrs. Eliza - Strange, Mrs. Jennie Hughley and Mrs. Mary Manley.
     Graveside services were held at the Jackson Cemetery morning at 11 o'clock and interment was in the family lot.
     Rev, R. P. Etheridge conducted the services and the pallbearers were Bryant Thompson, J .L. Heath, T. H. Nolen, A. C. Finley, George Mallet and W. C. McCord. Arrangements were in charge of A. S. Turner of Decatur, and S. H Thornton, of Jackson.
     Relatives and friends attending the funeral from a distance included: Mr. and Mrs. Claude J. Spencer, McDonough; Mr. and Mrs. N. J. McCord, David Lawrence McCord, Mrs. H. R. McCord, Mrs. Annie Outhouse, Edwin Outhouse, J. L. McCord, Rev. and Mrs. John W. Ham, of, Atlanta; Mrs. Lula Parnes; Mrs. W. Wakefield, Mrs. R. P. Milam, Mrs. Joe Law, Dr. M. M. McGehee, Rev. J. Foster Young, Mrs. R. T. Edgeworth, Mr. and Mrs. W. O. McCord, of Clarkston; W. W. McCord, Jr., of Sale City; Mrs. A. W. McLarty, Miss Mary Owen McLarty, Miss Ossie Wilson McLarty, of Douglasville; Mrs. P. G. Shingler, of Donaldsonyille.

McCord, John Lawrence
Jackson Progress Argus 29 Aug 1957
J. L. McCord Is Buried Sunday In Atlanta
     Funeral services for J. Lawrence McCord, native Butts countian, were held Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock at Druid Hills Methodist Church with Dr. Rembert Sisson and Dr. John Brandon Peters officiating. Interment was in Westview.
     Brother of the late H. H. McCord, Mr. McCord made frequent visits to the county during his brother's lifetime and had many friends here.
     Survivors include his wife; sons, C. D. McCord and T. P. McCord; daughter, Mrs. Mary McCord Walthall; brother, C. M. McCord Sr. of Memphis; three granddaughters, two grandsons.

McCord, John William, Captain
  Butts County Progress July 21, 1911
Capt. J. W. McCord Dead At Age 73
     Following by thirteen days the death of his sister, Mrs. A. H. Shaver, who died in Atlanta on July 2, Capt. J. W. McCord passed away at his home in this city Saturday morning. Death came after a brief illness and was the result of complication of diseases. The condition of the deceased was not thought to be serious until a day or two before the end and his death came as a surprise to his friends here and elsewhere.
     Capt. McCord was a man well known to the people of the county. He was knows as a man of integrity and honor and was loyal and true to his friends. He was a veteran of the Civil War having served as adjutant and Captain in the Thirtieth Georgia Regiment, which saw service in the w3estern army. Many veterans who served with him attest his fidelity to the cause of the Confederacy.
     For several years Capt. McCord had been general agent of the Farmers Co-operative Fire Insurance Company and had built the company up to where it doing a good business in twenty-two counties of the state. He was also interested in farming.
     Two brothers, Messrs. H. Y. McCord, of Atlanta, Joseph W. McCord, of Crawfordville; one sister, Mrs. R. E. Buttrill, of Longview, Texas; his wife, who was a Miss Mary Jane Crawford; three daughters, Mrs. C. A. Butner, Miss Annie Lou McCord, of this city, Mrs. J. S. Lewis, of Arabi, one son, Charles R. McCord, of Macon, and several grandchildren survive him.
     The funeral took place at 3:30 from the late residence Sunday afternoon and was largely attended. Rev. R. C. Clecker, pastor of the Methodist church, conducted the services. Interment was in the city cemetery.
     Among the out-of-town people attending the funeral of Mr. J. W. McCord Sunday afternoon were Mr. Joe McCord, of Crawfordville, Messrs. H. Y., Lawrence and Theodore McCord, of Atlanta, Mrs. Ida Florence, of Powder Springs, Mr. and Mrs. C. R. McCord and children, of Macon, Mrs. J. S. Lewis and children, of South Georgia, Mr. and Mrs. R. R. McCord, of Atlanta, Mr. Tom Nutt and Mrs. J. C. Nutt, of Griffin.

McCord, Joseph Cook
  The Jackson Progress-Argus December 30, 1921
Mr. Cook McCord Claimed By Death.
     The death of Mr. Cook McCord a prominent citizen of Jackson, occurred at his home on Covington street Thursday morning. He had been in feeble health for the past year or two, having suffered a stroke of paralysis some time ago. The immediate cause of death was Bright's disease.
     The funeral arrangements have not been completed.

The Jackson Progress-Argus January 6, 1922
Mr. McCord's Funeral Held Friday Afternoon.
     Funeral services for Mr. Joseph Cook McCord, 64 years of age, who passed away at his home on Covington street at 8:30 o'clock on December 29, was held at the residence Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock. The services were conducted by Rev. J. R. Jordan, pastor of the Jackson Methodist church, assisted by Rev. W. W. McCord, of Sale City. A large number of friends and relatives gathered for a last tribute. The body was laid to rest in the family lot in the Jackson cemetery.
     The pallbearers were Messrs. T. W. Ham, J. M. Caston, Hugh Mallet, J. R. Lyons, A. C. Finley and Dave Spenser.
     Mr. McCord's death followed a period of ill health extending over several months. He suffered a stroke of paralysis a year or two ago and since that time had not been robust. He suffered from Bright's disease which was given as the immediate cause of death.
     Mr. McCord belonged to an old and prominent family of Butts county. He enjoyed the unusual distinct of having been born, reared, lived and died on the same plot of land. He was a man of sterling character and was held in high esteem by those who knew him. Of a quiet and retiring nature, he did not mingle munch with the people of his home county, but to those who knew him best, he was a man of golden heart and unquestioned honesty and *** integrity. He is survived by one sister, Miss Abbie McCord; three brothers, Messrs. J. R. of Sale City, T. W. McCord, of Atlanta and N. R. McCord, of Jackson, and other relatives, all of whom have the sympathy of many friends in their bereavement.

McCord, Joseph W.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus January 30, 1925
Mr. Joseph McCord Dies At Crawfordville.
     Butts county friends were sorry to hear of the death of Mr. Joseph McCord, aged 78, at his home in Crawfordville, Sunday night. He was the brother of the late Capt. J. W. McCord and Mrs. A. H. Shaver, who was editor of The Jackson Argus for many years, and of H. Y. McCord, of Atlanta. Mr. McCord is survived by one son and six daughters.
  
McCord, Marguerite Outhouse
  Jackson Progress Argus 25 Feb 1965
Graveside Rites Saturday For Mrs. McCord
     Mrs. R. R. McCord, 81, of New Port Richey, Fla., widow of Ralph R. McCord, died Tuesday, February 16, at the home of her niece, Mrs. Janie Ralph Woodcock, in New Port Richey.
     A native of Minnesota, Mrs. McCord was the former Miss Marguerite Outhouse, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Willard Outhouse who moved to Jackson around 1896. After her marriage to Mr. McCord, an employee of the Pepperton Store, they lived in Jackson on Indian Springs Street, moving from there to Atlanta and then to Florida. They came back to Jackson and lived in the Outhouse homeplace on what is now Cedar Street; with Mr. McCord operating the Independent Service Station on West Third Street.
     Following the death of her husband, Mrs. McCord made her home with Miss Annie Lou McCord for a number of years, going to Jacksonville, Fla. to live with her son about six years ago. She had lived with her niece in New Port Richey for several years.
     Mrs. McCord's body arrived in Jackson Saturday and graveside services were held that afternoon at 2 o'clock in the Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of plans. The Rev. Marvin Brewer, pastor of the Jackson Methodist Church, where she. held membership, and Rev. Ralph Goodwin, pastor of the Jackson Nazarene Church, officiated.
     Survivors include a son, James Willard McCord of Alabama and California; a daughter; several nieces and nephews, including E. M. McCord of Jackson; three sisters-in-Iaw, one of whom is Mrs. M. O. McCord of Jackson.

McCord, Martha Virginia Joyner
Jackson Progress-Argus Nov 30, 1939
Services Here For Mrs. McCord, Former Citizen
     Funeral services for Mrs. Mattie Joyner McCord, 78 years of age, former resident of Jackson, who died at her home in Atlanta Wednesday, were held at the Jackson Methodist church Thursday afternoon. The Rev. J. L. Harrison, pastor of Mary Branen Memorial; Church, Atlanta, and the Rev. Harold Shields, pastor of Gordon Street Presbyterian Church, Atlanta, conducted the service and burial was in the family lot in the Jackson cemetery.
     Pallbearers, were J. W. O'Neal, J. L. Lyons, H. H. McCord, Marlin Spencer, Claude Spencer and D.V. Spencer.
     Mrs. McCord, widow of the late N. R. McCord, Jackson merchant and businessman, was connected with old and prominent families of this section. She resided here for many years and was widely esteemed by a host of friends. Mrs. McCord was a member of the Methodist church. Following the death of her husband, which occurred several years ago, the family moved to Atlanta for residence.
     Surviving relatives are a son, Mr. Ned McCord; two grandsons, David and Ned McCord, Jr.; two granddaughters, Virginia and Betty McCord; a sister, Mrs. B. C. Milton, of Atlanta; a brother, Mr. James A. Joyner, of Griffin.
     
McCord, Marvin O., Jr.
Jackson Progress Argus 07 Jul 1955
Marvin McCord Jr., Drowning Victim, Is Buried Tuesday
     Funeral services for Marvin O. McCord Jr., 40 who drowned early Sunday morning while swimming alone near Scout were held Tuesday afternoon at four o'clock at the Jackson Methodist Church with the Rev. P. M.Minter, pastor, officiating.
     Mr. and Mrs. McCord were Saturday night guests of Dr. and Mrs. J. C. Howell at their new summer home on Scout Island at Jackson Lake when the tragedy occurred. It is believed that Mr. McCord arose for an early morning swim, suffered either a severe case of cramps. or heart attack and drowned within minutes following his dive off his hosts' boat dock.
     The body of Mr. McCord was recovered Monday morning at 8:52 by a dragging team composed of Richard Johnson, Willie Norsworthy and Bill Hudgens, all of Pepperton. A watch on the victim's wrist had stopped at 10 minutes to 6, believed to be the approximate time of his death on Sunday morning.
     Many boats, under the direction of Butts County, Sheriff J. D. Pope, were engaged in searching operations at the time his body was recovered.
     A coroner's jury was empaneled by Butts Coroner Joel V. Crane and returned a verdict of "accidental drowning."
     The tragedy, only one to mar Butts county's holiday picture, shocked and stunned the entire town, casting a pall of gloom over remaining July 4th activities.
     Mr. McCord was the son of Mr. and Mrs. M. O. McCord Sr., of Jackson and was associated with his father and brother, Ezra Morrison. McCord, in the operation of The State Supply Co., large dealers in LP gas, appliances, irrigation systems, etc.
     He was a graduate of Woodbury High School where his father was serving as principal of the school at the time, attended George Washington University in Washington, D. C., and was a veteran of World War II ,and the Korean conflict. Reactivated into service in the United States Air Force following World War II, Mr. McCord rose to the rank of Major during the Korean War and was a veteran of many combat missions during both wars.
     Major McCord was formerly connected with the Treasury Department in Washington, D. C., and was employed by the Bank of Bowling Green, Ky.
     Having only recently returned to Jackson, he purchased the house on West Third Street, formerly occupied by M. W. Carmichael.
     He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Rose Didier McCord; a stepson, Cpl. Robert Scoggins, Chicago, Ill.; a son, Marvin McCord III; parents, Mr. and, Mrs. M. O. McCord Sr.; a sister, Mrs. J. L. Benton, Monticello; a brother, Ezra Morrison McCord, Jackson.
     Pallbearers were Robert Jones, Dr. W. G. Smith, Dan Garzia, Robert Franklin, Mike Allen and Max Redman. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery with Peacock & Ball Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

McCord, Marvin Owen, Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 15 Jan 1959
M. O. McCord Sr. Died Monday at Griffin Hospital
     Funeral services for Marvin Owen McCord Sr., 72, retired Georgia educator, Chamber of Commerce official, and owner of a bottle gas company, who died early Monday morning in the Griffin-Spalding County Hospital following a heart attack, were held Tuesday, afternoon at 3 o'clock at the Jackson Methodist Church with the Rev. Lamar Watkins, pastor, officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery under the direction of Haisten Funeral Home.
     The death of Mr. McCord came as a shock to the community, though the past few weeks he had not enjoyed the best of health.
     A native of Butts county, he was a son of Rufus McCord and Mrs. Mary Owen McCord, prominent residents of another era. Finishing public schools at Jackson, he attended Meridian College in Mississippi and was graduated from Columbia University.
     A former school teacher and superintendent, Mr. McCord was affiliated with school systems in Manchester, Washington, Dalton and Woodbury and upon his retirement from the education field was with the Bolles School for Boys at Jacksonville, Fla.
     He was a former president of the Butts County Chamber of Commerce and a member of the Jackson Methodist Church. He was a Southeastern director of Alumni at Meridian and was on a committee at Asbury College, Wilmore, Ky., for the foundation of John Wesley Beason Memorial Fund.
     A man of brilliant intellect and unquestioned integrity, he saw ahead of his years and in the early 30's envisioned the electrification of rural homes as now exists.
     Interested in cultural aspects of the community, he was among the leaders in bringing concert series to Jackson shortly after World War II. Among his abiding interests was the Indian Springs Camp Ground which he supported loyally with attendance and liberally with gifts. He was a familiar figure at the summer encampment and knew personally most of the great evangelists who preached there.
     At the time of his death, he and his son, E. M. McCord, were owners and operators of the State Supply Co., large distributors of LP gas in the mid-Georgia area as well as sellers of gas appliances.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Felicia Morrison McCord; one daughter, Mrs. J. L. Benton Jr., Monticello; one son, E. M. McCord, Jackson; two, sisters, Mrs. Ossie McLarty, Douglasville; Mrs. Emma Shingler, Moultrie; sister-in-law, Mrs. R. R. McCord of Madison, Ala.; five grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.
     The body lay in state 45 minutes at the Methodist Church prior to the 2 o'clock service. Honorary, pallbearers were David Settle, Smith Settle, D. V. Spencer, Freeman Land, J. Avon Gaston, T. E. Robison Sr., R. P. Newton.

McCord, Mary
  The Jackson Argus October 30, 1908
Miss Mary McCord Summoned by Death.
     On Thursday morning Mrs. Shaver received a telegram from her brother in Atlanta, Mr. H. Y. McCord, announcing the death of his daughter, Miss Mary, who passed away a few hours before. This sad and unexpected announcement of the sudden death of her niece, to whom she was greatly attached, was a great shock to Mrs. Shaver, who is heartbroken in grief over the loss of one so near and dear to her. The death of this young lady is particularly sad from the fact that she was an only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. Y. McCord, and as such was beloved, possibly, by the family more than would have been the case had there been other sisters to share in their affections.
     Miss Mary visited relatives here a short time ago, where she made many friends by her sunny disposition and affable manners.
     The heartfelt sympathy of this entire community is with the bereaved ones in their sad affliction.
     Mrs. Shaver, McCord and Catherine left for Atlanta Thursday night, where they will remain until after the funeral and interment.
     From Friday's Constitution---Miss Mary McCord, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. Y. McCord, died in a private sanitarium yesterday morning at 1 o'clock from complications resulting from an operation for appendicitis.
     While Miss McCord had been in ill health for some months, her sudden death was unexpected, as the operation had been pronounced successful. Within a few hours, however, complications set in which resulted in her death.
     Miss McCord was one of the most beloved members of the younger social set of the city, being just 18 years of age at the time of her death. While at Weslayan last year she was exceedingly popular with both the student body and the family. Miss McCord did not return to Wesleyan this year, as her physician prescribed a special treatment in preparation for the operation which resulted in her death.
     She is survived by her parents and four brothers, two older and two younger. The eldest, Hartow McCord, a student at Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia, is expected to return today, and the next brother, Harry, returned Thursday from Emery. The two younger brothers, Jeff Davis and Ashby, are in Atlanta schools.
     The funeral services will be conducted at the residence, 272 Juniper street, this afternoon at 2 o'clock. Rev. Dr. S. R. Belk, pastor of Mark's Methodist church will officiate. The interment will occur in Westview cemetery.
                    
McCord, Mary Cook
  Middle Georgia Argus February 26, 1889
Death's Sad Roll
     Mrs. J. W. McCord, wife of our esteemed veteran citizen, Judge J. W. McCord, died on Wednesday night at 11 o'clock. The cause of her death was old age, together with a complication of diseases, aged 73 years. From her early youth, she had been a consistent and devoted member of the Methodist church and died as she had lived -- beloved by every one who ever knew her. It is said that she never wounded the feelings of a single human being in all her long life. Her remains were interred from the Methodist church on Friday, Rev. M. H. Dillard conducting the funeral.

                   
McCord, Mary Jane Crawford
  The Jackson Progress-Argus August 3, 1923
Mrs. J. W. McCord Summoned By Death
     The death of Mrs. J. W. McCord, one of the community's most prominent and widely beloved women, which occurred at her home at 2:30 o'clock Saturday morning, caused a genuine sorrow to a host of friends. She had been seriously ill for several days and friends and members of the family were prepared for the worst. Death was ascrbed as complication of ailments.
     Several years ago Mrs. McCord suffered a broken hip in a fall and since that time she had been confined more or less to her home. Recently her health declined rapidly and members of the family were at her bedside when she passed away. Through all her affliction and illness she bore her suffering with patience and Christian fortitude.
     Born March 26, 1846, she recently observed her seventy-seventh birthday anniversary. Before her marriage to the late Capt. J. W. McCord, well known businessman and Confederate veteran, who preceded her to the grave several years, she was Miss Mary Jane Crawford, member of an old and prominent family of this section. She had been a member of the Methodist church for more than forty years. Dutiful as a wife, kind and indulgent as a mother and loyal and obliging as a friend, she exemplified her beautiful Christian character in her daily life. She was loyal and true, sincere and steadfast and the friends who knew her best loved her most for her for her fine character and unselfishness. She held a devoted place in her family circle.
     Surviving Mrs. McCord are three children, Mrs. J. B. Lewis and Mr. C. R. McCord, of Macon and Miss Annie Lou McCord, for many years one of the most popular and efficient teachers in the Jackson public schools. The following grandchildren survive: Charles Lewis, U. S. Navy, of South Hampton, England, Mrs. Mussett, of Nashville, Tenn., Elizabeth and Mack Lewis, of Macon, Harry Butner, of Atlanta, Charlie, Fletcher and J. W. McCord and Miss Hattie McCord of Macon and one great-grandson, Harry Bob Butner of this city.
     Funeral services were held from the home Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock and were attended by a large concourse of relatives and friends. Rev. Henry H. Jones, her pastor, conducted the impressive services. A Quartette composed of Messrs. Jos. E. Edwards, C. E. McMichael, R. P. Sanett and Harry H. Jones sang "My Faith Looks up to Thee," Jesus Is All the World to Me," and "Nearer My God To Thee." The love and esteem of relatives and friends was attested by the many lovely floral offerings. The Jackson Board of Education sent a pretty design token and tribute of one who has always been a friend of education.
     Pallbearers were Messrs. J. C. Kinard, C. T. Beauchamp, C. L. Carter, B. H. Moss, J. T. McMichael and J. M. Currie.
     The body was laid to rest in the Jackson cemetery.
                         
McCord, Mary Rebecca Haseltine Owen
  The Jackson Progress-Argus June 27, 1924
Mrs. J. R. McCord Called To Reward.
     Hosts of friends in Jackson, where she resided for many years, were saddened to learn of the death of Mrs. J. R. McCord, 75 years of age, which occurred at her home in Sales City Tuesday morning at 3 o'clock. Death was sudden, having resulted from heart trouble. Though she had not been entirely well for some time, news of her passing came as a shock to the family and friends.
     Mrs. McCord, who was Miss Mary Owen, of Jones county, before her marriage, was a fine type of Christian womanhood. She was a dutiful wife and a devoted, indulgent mother. Her chief interest was centered in the home and she was a most affectionate helpmate and a tender mother. Her qualities of mind and heart won the esteem and admiration of her friends. She was genuinely beloved by all who knew her. Her list of friends in Jackson and Butts county was large. McCord was a steadfast member of the Methodist church, and she lived a beautiful Christian life day to day.
     Surviving Mrs. McCord are her husband, Mr. J. Rufus McCord, member of the prominent McCord family of this section; four sons, Mr. R. R. McCord, of Atlanta, Rev. W. W. McCord, of Sales City, Mr. Walter McCord, of Charleston, Prof. M. O. McCord, of Washington, Ga.; two daughters, Mrs. A. W. McLarty, of Douglasville and Mrs. G. P. Shingler, of Ashburn.
     The body was brought to Jackson and funeral services were held from the Methodist church Wednesday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock. Rev. J. H. Eakes, of Griffin, assisted by Rev. S. R. England, of Marietta, conducted the services. Rev. Mr. Eakes told of Mrs. McCord's splendid qualities as a wife, mother and home-maker. She gave the best years of her life in rearing her children in the fear and admiration of the Lord, which after all constitutes greatness. Her son Rev. W. W. McCord, also made a short talk, expressing the devotion and appreciation of her children.
     The pallbearers were the four sons and Messrs. Lawrence and Paul McCord, nephews, of Atlanta. Interment was in the Jackson cemetery.

 McCord, Nancy Jane Barkley
Jackson Progress Argus April 25, 1930
Mrs. T. W. Mccord Passes in Atlanta
     According to information received in Jackson Thursday morning, Mrs. Theodore W. McCord passed away at her home in Atlanta at 4 o'clock Thursday morning. News of her death, while not a surprise, came as a shock to relatives and friends here.
     Her death is the third in her family within the past few weeks. Her brother, Mr. John L. Barkley and sister, Miss Jeannette Barkley, died only a few days ago. She had been seriously ill for several days and only recently returned to Atlanta. Her husband, Mr. T. W. McCord, prominent Atlanta business man, is seriously ill. In their great sorrow, the family have the symphony of host of friends.
     Mrs. McCord was Miss Nannie Barkley before her marriage. She is survived by her husband and four sons, J. L., Paul, Claude and Hugh McCord of Atlanta; one sister, Miss Florence Barkley and a brother Mr. W. M. Barkley of Jackson.
     The funeral and interment will be in Atlanta, the plans to be announced later.

McCord, Ned Joyner, Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Aug 1967
Ned J. McCord, Former Resident, Died Saturday
     Mr. Ned J. McCord Sr., of 2089 Pemberton Road SW, Atlanta, died unexpectedly Saturday morning of a heart attack at his home.
     Mr. McCord was born and reared in Jackson, the son of Mr. N. R. McCord Sr. and Mrs. Mattie Joiner McCord. He was a retired salesman for a furniture house and was 72 years of age at the time of his death.
     Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock at Cascade Hill, H. M. Patterson & Son, with the Rev. Gerald Jarrett officiating. Interment was in Westview Cemetery.
     Mr. McCord is survived by two daughters, Mrs. K. R. Danielson, Mrs. Herbert O. Wilson, both of Columbus; two sons, David L. McCord, College Park; Ned J. McCord Jr., 12 grandchildren; one great grandchild.

McCord, Nimrod Reynolds
Jackson Progress Argus January 17, 1930.
Mr. N. R. McCord Is Suddenly Stricken
     The death of Mr. N. R. McCord, prominent and highly esteemed Jackson citizen, occurred at his home on Lyon street Thursday night at 8 o'clock. He was stricken with a fatal illness while sitting by the fireside listening to the evening radio program and expired before medical assistance could be summoned. He had been entirely well the preceding day but his death came as a profound shock to the family and a host of friends.
     Mr. McCord was a native and long life citizen of Butts county, where he was born March 10, 1861. He Was a son of the late Mr. John Welstein McCord and Mrs. Polly Cook McCord, prominent and pioneer resident of the county. The family has been active and influential in the county's business, religious and social life for generations.
     Mr. Nimrod Reynolds McCord who would have been 70 years of age on his next birthday, was a man universally esteemed and admired for his high character, his upright conduct and fair and honorable business dealings. He was a successful merchant, having for years conducting a grocery on Lyon street. He was a member of the Jackson Methodist church and was interested in all progressive movements for the betterment of the community. He had a wide circle of friends who mourn his passing.
     He is survived by his wife, who before marriage was Miss Martha Virginia Joyner; one son, Ned J. McCord of Atlanta; three grandchildren, Ned McCord Jr., Virginia Ellen and Betty McCord; two brothers, Mr. Rufur McCord of Clarkston, and Mr. Theodore W. McCord of Atlanta; several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were held at the Jackson Methodist church Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock and as a tribute to this splendid citizen there was a large gathering of friends and relatives. Rev. T. M. Sullivan, pastor of the Jackson Methodist church, conducted he funeral rites, paying deserved tribute to this upright citizen and Christian gentleman. Friends and relatives expressed their love and esteem through lovely floral offerings.
     The pallbearers were Messer J. L. McCord, M. O. McCord, Paul W. McCord, W. C. McCord, W. M. Bond and D. V. Spencer.
     The body was laid to rest in the family lot in the Jackson city cemetery.

McCord, Pauline Lewis
Jackson Progress Argus 04 Aug 1955
Graveside Rites Held Wednesday For Mrs. McCord
     Graveside services for Mrs. Pauline Lewis McCord, 68, widow of the late Rev. Walstein McCord, well known Methodist minister of this section, were held Wednesday morning, July 27, at 11 o'clock at the Jackson City Cemetery with the Rev. P. M. Minter, pastor of the Jackson Methodist Church, officiating.
     Mrs. McCord, an invalid for many years, died Monday, July 25, in Tampa, Fla. Funeral services were held in that city on Tuesday.
     Mrs. McCord was the daughter of the Rev. J. S. Lewis. Her step mother was the late Mrs. Kate McCord Lewis, widely known and greatly beloved resident of Butts county.
     She is survived by one son, Walstein, McCord Jr., Tampa; three sisters, Mrs. Mary Mussett; Memphis, Tenn.; Mrs. Ethel Cash, Gainesville; Mrs. Lillie Keown, Atlanta; two brothers, Lonnie Lewis, Bismark, N. D.; Charles Lewis, Jackson; one grandson.
     Pallbearers were Marlin Spencer; Harry Bob Butner, David Ridgeway, Morrison McCord. Peacock & Ball Funeral Home directed plans.
     
McCord, Ralph Rufus
Jackson Progress-Argus, February 27, 1947.
R. R. McCord Died Monday Night After a Brief Illness.
     Ralph R. McCord, one of Butts county's best known citizens, died Monday night at Griffin hospital after a brief illness. He suffered a heart attack Sunday at his home here and gradually grew until the end.
     Mr. McCord was 68 years old and had resided in Jackson with the exception of intervals in Atlanta and Miami all his life. He was a son of the late Mr. And Mrs. Rufus McCord of Jackson. In early life he was associated with the New York Store and the Pepperton Store, later entering business of his own. He was a member of the Jackson Methodist church.
     His survivors include his wife, the former Miss Marguerite Outhouse of Jackson; one son, James Willard McCord; two sister Mrs. Ossie McLarty of Douglasville and Mrs. Emma Shingler of Moultrie; two brothers, Marvin McCord of Jackson and Walter McCord of Clarkston.
     Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon and 2 o'clock at home with Rev. W. S. Norton, pastor of the Jackson Methodist church as the officiating minister. The pallbearers were J. L. McCord, Edward Outhouse, L. J. McCord, M. O. McCord, Morrison McCord, L. M Spencer.
     Burial was in the Jackson cemetery and Thornton Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

McCord, S. L., Mrs.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus January 11, 1918
Mrs. S. L. McCord Passed Away Sunday Morning
Body brought to Mt. Vernon for funeral and interment
     Mrs. S. L. McCord, age 47, a former resident of Butts county, died at her home at Dames Ferry Sunday at 7:30 a.m. The body was brought to Flovilla Monday morning and the funeral was held at Mt. Vernon church at 11 o'clock. Rev. W. O. Sharp conducted the service, and interment was in the churchyard.
     Mrs. McCord is survived by her husband, Mr. D. L. McCord; five children; one sister, Mrs. Carrie James of Butts county, and two brothers, Messrs. W. L. and J. J. Waldrop of this county.

McCord, Theodore W.
Jackson Progress-Argus 24 July 1936
Mr. T. W. McCord Is Summoned by Death
     The death of Mr. T. W. McCord, 82, years of age, which occurred in an Atlanta hospital Friday, removes one of Butts county's best known and most esteemed citizens. He had been in declining health for several weeks and only recently was removed to the hospital for treatment. He had a wide circle of friends over the state who are grieved to know of his death.
     Mr. McCord was born in Jackson on May 2, 1854, a son of John W. McCord and Mrs. Polly Cook McCord, pioneer settlers of Butts county, he spent his yong manhood here and later resided in Atlanta and conducted a merchantile business for twenty years. Disposing of his business in Atlanta Mr. McCord moved to Jackson and had since resided here with his son, Mr. H. H. McCord.
     Mr. McCord was connected with a prominent family of this section. He was the last member of a family influential in the county's upbuilding. Miss Abbie McCord was a sister and Messrs. J. R. McCord, N. R. McCord and J . Cook McCord were brothers. His wife who preceded him in death was Miss Nannie Barkley, of Jackson.
     He is survived by four sons, J. L. and W. P . McCord, well known Atlanta produce merchants; C. M. McCord, of Memphis, and H. H. McCord, of Jackson, and five grandchildren. Mr. W. M. Barkley is a brother-in-law and Miss Florence Barkley a sister-in-law.
     Funeral services were conducted at Spring Hill Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, with Dr. John Brandon Peters and Rev. R. P. Etheridge officiating. Interment was in West View cemetery. The pallbearers were Mr. M. O. McCord, Mr. W. C. McCord, Mr. Ned J. McCord, Mr. D. V. Spencer, Mr. Marlin Spencer and Mr. Claude Spencer.
     McCord, Walter C.
Jackson Progress Argus 26 Jul 1951
Walter C. McCord Died in Decatur
     Walter C. McCord, 62, former resident of Butts county, died Saturday at his home in Clarkston as the result of a sudden illness.
     Funeral services were held Monday at 11 a. m. at the Clarkston Methodist church with the Rev. Thomas Shackelford and the Rev. H. H. Dillard officiating. Burial was in Mountain View cemetery. The pallbearers were Dewey Cason, Joe Whaley, Bill Gardner, Gene Hampton, Joe Lowe and George Perrin.
     Mr. McCord was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Rufus McCord, pioneer Butts county residents. He had resided in the Atlanta area for several years and was co-owner of McCord &. Rainey Provision Co. in Decatur. He was a member of the Methodist church and active in religious and civic affairs.
     Survivors are his wife and one daughter, Mrs. H. H. Rainey, and a grandson, Walter Houston Rainey; one brother, M. O. McCord Sr. of Jackson; two sisters, Mrs. Ossie McCord McLarty of Douglasville, and Mrs. Emma McCord Shingler of Ashburn.

McCord, Walter, Mrs.
Jackson Progress Argus 25 Mar 1954
Mrs. Walter Mccord Dies at Home in Clarkston
     Mrs. Walter McCord, widow of the late Walter McCord of Clarkston, and sister-in-law of Marvin McCord of Jackson, died Monday morning at her home in Clarkston. Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at the Clarkston Methodist Church.

McCord, William Daniel "Dub", Jr.
Jackson Progress Argus 26 Aug 1992
     William Daniel "Dub" McCord Jr., of Jackson Lake, died Sunday, Aug. 23, at Henry General Hospital in Stockbridge after an illness of several weeks.
     Funeral services were held Tuesday, Aug. 25, in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with Rev. Glenn Anderson officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery with the Masons in charge of graveside rites.
     Mr. McCord was bom in Carroll County July 17,1916, son of the late William Daniel McCord Sr. and the late Lora Beatrice Shadner McCord. He was a retired mechanic and attended the Glad Tiding Holiness Temple in Decatur. Mr. McCord was a member of Ancient York Lodge 127 F. and A M. at Worthville.
     Survivors include wife, Nellie Nicholson McCord of Jackson; daughters Violet Swann, Shirley VanMeter and Yvonne Truette, all of Jackson, and Marie Fox of Woodstock; sons James Wood, William McCord and Dennis McCord, all of Jackson, Daniel McCord of Stockbridge and Benny McCord of Decatur; brother Freeman McCord of Mansfield; sisters Louise King of Lithonia and Clara Lumsden of Conyers; 28 granchildren; 30 great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
     Sherrell Funeral Home in Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

McCord, William Paul
Jackson Progress-Argus, May 27, 1948.
William P. McCord Died in Florida.
     William Paul McCord, 67, former resident of Jackson and senior partner of McCord Bros. Wholesale Produce Co., Atlanta, died Saturday of a heart attack at Daytona Beach. He was visiting in Florida at the time of the fatal illness.
     Mrs. McCord was born in Jackson, a son of the late Theodore McCord and Mrs. Nannie Barkley McCord, pioneer families of Butts county. He had been a resident of Atlanta for 46 years and active in the business affairs of that city. He was a Scottish Rite Mason and a member of the Elks. He frequently visited his brother, H. H. McCord, and had many friends in his boyhood home.
     He is survived by three brothers, John Lawrence McCord, Atlanta; C. M. McCord, Memphis; H. H. McCord, Jackson; several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were held at Spring Hill Tuesday at 3:30 p.m. and Dr. R. L. Russell officiated. Burial was in West View cemetery.

McCord, Worthy Walstein
Jackson Progress-Argus 28 Dec 1934
Rev. W. W. McCord Passed Away Monday
     Friends and relatives in Butts county were pained, to learn of the death of Rev. W. W. McCord, 57 years of age, which occurred Monday morning at a government hospital in Atlanta.
     Mr. McCord had been in declining health for some time and was admitted to the hospital for treatment Sunday. Death was attributed to a heart attack.
     Mr. McCord one of the South's best known evangelists, was born and reared in Jackson, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. J. Rufus McCord. He studied at the Atlanta Dental College from which he graduated in 1901 and located first at Locust Grove and then in Jackson. In 1898 he saw service in the Third Georgia Regiment in the Spanish-American war.
     While engaged in the practice of dentistry in Jackson Mr. McCord was converted and entered upon a career of evangelism. For many years he was located at Sale City, Ga., where he gained national fame as a minister. His work took him into all states of the union. He was regarded as one of the most successful evangelists in the whole country.
     He is survived by his wife, who was the former Miss Pauline Lewis; a son, W. W. McCord, Jr.; three brothers, M. O. McCord, of Jackson; W. C. McCord, of Clarkston; R. R. McCord, of Miami, Fla; two sisters,. Mrs. A. W. McLarty, of Douglasville, and Mrs. Emma Shingle, of Donaldsonville.
     Funeral services were held at the Jackson Methodist church Christmas Day at 2 o'clock, with Dr. John W. Ham, of Atlanta, another noted evangelist, conducting the services. Mr. Ham, who grew to manhood in Jackson with Mr. McCord, brought out many incidents of their boyhood and traced the brilliant and successful career of the beloved minister. Many friends and relatives gathered for a final tribute and interment was in the family lot in the Jackson cemetery.
     The pallbearers were Messrs. Lawrence McCord, Marvin McCord, Jr., Marlin Spencer, Claude Spencer, W. B. Thompson and J. L. Lyons.

McCoy, Alma Jane Nelson
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Dec 1971
Mrs. J. F. McCoy Dies Suddenly Of Heart Attack
     Mrs. Alma Jane Nelson McCoy, 77, of Route 1, Flovilla, died unexpectedly early Tuesday morning, December 14th, of an apparent heart attack. She had been visiting her son, Melvin McCoy, of Centerville and her daughter, Mrs. Sibey Wise, of Warner Robins and was dead on arrival at the Houston County Hospital.
     Mrs. McCoy was born in Jasper County on March 12, 1894 to the late Mr. Walter Nelson of Butts County and Mrs. Annie Holloway Nelson of Jasper County. She was the widow of Mr. James F. McCoy and attended the Jackson Church of the Nazarene.
     Funeral services will be conducted Thursday afternoon at three o'clock in the chapel of Haisten Funeral. Home with Rev. Billy H. Ring, pastor of the Church of the Nazarene, officiating. Interment will be in Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. McCoy is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Alma Worley of Jackson, Mrs. Sibey N. Wise of Warner Robins, Mrs. Max Perdue of Flovilla, and Mrs. Lucy Jane Hicks of Ellenwood; three sons, Walter B. McCoy of Columbia, S. C., Lindsey McCoy of Jackson; Melvin L. McCoy of Centerville; two sisters, Mrs. W. D. Freeman of Jackson; Mrs. Ada Gordon of Atlanta; 12 grandchildren.
McCoy, Barry Alan
Jackson Progress Argus 31 Aug 1994
     Barry Alan McCoy, 43, of Jackson died Fri., Aug. 26, at Emory University Hospital in Atlanta.
     Funeral services were held Sun., Aug. 28, in Haisten's chapel with Dr. Ed Hoard officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mr. McCoy was a native of Jackson and had resided in Kennesaw for several years. He had attended the University of Georgia and Gordon College and graduated with honors from Georgia State University. Before ill health forced his retirement, he was manager of market research for the Equifax Corporation. He was a member of Jackson First Baptist Church.
     Survivors include parents, Lindsey and Hilda Henderson McCoyof Jackson; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

McCoy, Ed
  The Jackson Argus August 14, 1908
Fatal Stabbing.
     Wednesday morning a difficulty occurred between two negroes where the dam is being built near Pitman's Ferry, which resulted in the younger one, about 18 years old, named Ed McCoy, being stabbed by George Anderson, about 25 years old. McCoy died from the wound at 6 o'clock in the afternoon of the same day. Anderson escaped, but was captured near Dempsey's Ferry by Superintendent Hillard and other parties from the camp and brought to the city and lodged in jail.

McCoy, Gordon Jackson
  The Jackson Progress-Argus November 9, 1923
Death Of Infant.
     Mr. and Mrs. J. F. McCoy, of Flovilla, have the sympathy of many friends in the death of their six-weeks-old son, Gordon Jackson McCoy, w3hich occurred Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock. Interment was at Sandy Creek Wednesday morning at 11 o'clock, with Rev. Andrew Goodrum conducting the funeral services.

McCoy, James F.
Jackson Progress Argus 29 Jan 1959
Heart Attack Monday Claims James F. McCoy
     James F. McCoy, 63, of Route 3, Jackson, collapsed and died of a heart attack at the office of Dr. W. G. Hicks Monday morning about 11 o'clock .
     A resident of Butts county where he was well known as a farmer and as a former employee of the Railway Express Agency. Mr. McCoy was born and reared in Washington county. He was the son of James. B. and Mrs. Dossie Brown McCoy. He was a member of the Olive Hill Baptist Church in Washington county. He had lived here about 41 years.
     Funeral services for Mr. McCoy were held at the Jackson Nazarene Church Wednesday afternoon at 3 o'clock with the Rev. Ralph Goodwin, pastor, officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery under the direction of Haisten Funeral Home.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Jane Nelson McCoy; four daughters, Mrs. Jack Worley and Mrs. Max Perdue, both of Jackson; Mrs. Roslyn Wise, Warner Robbins; Miss Lucy McCoy, Atlanta;, three sons, Walter McCoy, US Army, Germany; Lindsey McCoy, Jackson; Melvin McCoy, Warner Robins; one brother, Horace McCoy, Milledgeville; five sisters, Mrs. Cassie M. Worsham, Milledgeville; Miss Pearlie McCoy, Mrs. Bessie Smith, Mrs. Nellie Crosby, all of Sandersville; Mrs. Cora Peavy, Dublin; seven grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were W. E. Prosser, Sam Prosser, Evans McCoy, Bill Nelson, Russell Price and T. M. Washington.

McCoy, Janie Brown
Jackson Progress Argus 08 Jul 1954
Mrs. F. L. McCoy Died on Monday
     Mrs. Janie Brown McCoy, 82, widow of Dr. F. L. McCoy Sr., distinguished southern educator, died Monday night at the home of her son, Col. F. L. McCoy Jr., on the Covington Road. She had been in declining health for some time.
     As Miss Janie Brown she was born in Hawkinsville of prominent middle Georgia parents. After her marriage the family had resided in Eufaula, Ala., where Dr. McCoy taught for several years, later going to Riverside Military Academy in Gainesville, and completing a brilliant career at Emory-at-Oxford. For several years after the death of her husband, Mrs. McCoy maintained a home in Covington, later moving here to reside with Col .and Mrs. F. L. McCoy at Graystone Acres on the Jackson Covington Road. She was a member of the Methodist Church.
     Survivors are two son, Col. F. L. McCoy Jr. and Col. W. B. McCoy Sr., both retired after service with the Air Force and residents of Jackson; a grandson, Wendell McCoy Jr.; four sisters, Mrs. P. H. Willis of Hemstead, L. L.; Mrs. Alex Nipper and Mrs. W. W. Bell of Greensboro; Mrs. Connie Doster of Rochelle, Ga.; two brothers, George Brown of Atlanta and W. Z. Williams of Macon.
     Funeral services were held Wednesday at 11 a. m. at the Harwell Chapel in Covington with Dr. E. H. Mackey, superintendent of the Oxford District, officiating. Burial was in the Oxford cemetery under the direction of Peacock & Ball Funeral Home of Jackson and Harwell Funeral Home of Covington.

McCoy, Nell
Jackson Progress Argus 27 Feb 1980
McCoy Rites Held Friday
      Funeral services for Mrs. Frank L (Nell) McCoy, 78, of Oxford, were held Friday afternoon at 2:30 from the graveside in Oxford Historical Cemetery, with the Rev. Lamar McCullough officiating.
     Mr. and Mrs. McCoy lived in the Jackson Lake area of Butts County for a number of years.
     Survivors include a brother-in-law, Col. Wendell McCoy of Jackson, and Mr. and Mrs. Jerry D. Sessoms, of Rockport, Pa.
     J. C. Harwell & Son of Covington Were in charge of arrangements.

McCoy, Wendell Brown, Jr.
Jackson Progress Argus 29 Apr1971
Sudden Illness Claims Life of W. B. McCoy Jr.
     Mr. Wendell Brown McCoy Jr., 45, of 111 Lyons Street Jackson died Sunday morning at a private hospital following a brief and unexpected illness.
     Mr. McCoy was born April 11, 1926 in Montgomery, Alabama to Col, (Ret.) Wendell B. McCoy, Sr. and Mrs. Margaret Kinard McCoy, both of Jackson. Mr. McCoy was a veteran of World War II, serving overseas in the European Theater, and of the Korean Conflict. He suffered injuries to his legs and feet during service which caused him intense suffering in later years. He received the Bronze Star for heroism in action and other citations during his military career.
     Mr. McCoy was a member of the Jackson Presbyterian Church where he formerly served as a deacon and a Sunday School teacher. Possessed of a brilliant mind, Mr. McCoy attended the University of Georgia and was a second quarter Junior at Georgia State University. He recently obtained one of the highest scholastic averages ever made at GSU.
     Graveside services were held at eleven o'clock Tuesday morning at Jackson City Cemetery with Rev. David Black, pastor of the Jackson-Fellowship Presbyterian Churches, officiating. Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. McCoy is survived by his father, Col. W. B. McCoy, Sr. and mother, Mrs. Margaret Kinard McCoy, both of Jackson.
     Pallbearers were Dr. Roy Goff, Joe Brown, Lovett Fletcher Doyle Jones, Jr., Maurice Carmichael, and Richard W. Watkins, Jr.

McCoy, Wendell Brown, Sr., Col.
Jackson Progress Argus 09 May 1982
     Col. Wendell Brown McCoy, Sr., 85, 111 Lyons St., Jackson, died Wednesday afternoon at Sylvan Grove Hospital following a brief illness.
     Born in Eufaula, Ala., he was the son of the late Dr. Frank Lee McCoy (founder of Riverside Military Academy in Gainesville) and Mrs. Janie Brown McCoy. His wife, Margaret Kinard McCoy, died in February 1973.
     Col. McCoy attended Washington and Lee University and Riverside Academy.
He completed a military career that spanned 31 years of service and was commissioned as a 1st Lieutenant in the Army Air Service in May 1918. A command pilot, he received the Legion of Merit among many other citations during his career. In addition, he was an air base commander and was stationed at the Pentagon as an advisor for some time.
     Mr. McCoy was promoted to Colonel in 1948 and retired from active service in June 1950.
     He was a former Jackson city councilman and was a member of the Jackson United Methodist Church.
     Survivors include a brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. S. B. Kinard, Macon; a nephew, Steve Kinard, Atlanta; a niece, Ms. Mary Lee Willinghan, Macon;
     Graveside services were held Thursday afternoon at 4 o'clock at the Jackson city cemetery with Rev. Dean Head and Rev. Bert Carmichael officiating.
     Pallbearers were Dr. Roy Goff, Denny O'Neal, Joe Brown, Sr., Steve Kinard, Vincent Jones, and Levi Ball. Honorary escorts were T. E. Robison, Sr., Bill Hindley, A. F. White, Fred Hammond, J. W. O'Neal, Sr., Otis Ball, J. R. Carmichael, and Mrs. Gertrude Wright.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

McCrackin, Charles Ervin (Chuck)
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Jul 1994
     Charles Ervin (Chuck) McCrackin of Jackson died Mon., July M., a t Henry Creneral Hospital in Stockbridge.
     Funeral services were held Wed., July 13, in the chapel of Sherrell, Wilson and Mangham Funeral Home with Rev. Gene Sellers and Mr. W. A. Cook officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mr. McCrackin was born May 22, 1956 in Lamar Covmty, son the late Charles McCrackin and the late Eveljm Faulkner Mc|Crackin.
     He attended Lamar County schools and graduated from the Hampton Jones College of Mortuary Science. He was a funeral Director and embalmer.
     Mr. McCrackin was a member of St. Johns Masonic Lodge F&AM and the Jackson Second Baptist Church.
     Survivors include wife, Mary Rawls McCrackin of Jackson; several cousins, aunts and uncles.
     Sherrell, Wilson, Mangham Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

McCrackin, Charles Millard
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Jan 1990
     Charles Millard McCrackin, 66, of Barnesville died Dec. 24 at Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta.
     The funeral was held Dec. 27 in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home in Jackson with the Rev. Herbert Torbet and the Rev. Eugene McCloudy officiating. Burial was in the Greenwood Cemetery in Barnesville.
     Mr. McCrackin was born in Laurens County, son of the late Morgan M. McCrackin and the late Mamie Lee Kimp McCrackin. He was retired from United Cotton Goods in Griffin and for the past 26 years was a deacon at Mount Zion Baptist Church in Lamar County.
     Survivors include his wife, Evelyn Faulkner McCraekin of Barnesville; son and daughter-in-law, Chuck and Mary McCrackin of Jackson; sisters, Florence Williamson and Zella Mae Meeks, both of Forsyth, and Myrtle Williams of Reynolds; and several nieces and nephews.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

McCrackin, Evelyn Faulkner
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Apr 1991
     Mrs. Evelyn Faulkner McCrackin, 67, of Barnesville died March 27 at AMI Spalding Regional Hospital in Griffin.
     Funeral services were held Friday, March 29, in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home in Jackson, with the Revs. Herbert Torbert Jr., James Burleson, and Gene Sellers officiating. Interment was in Greenwood Cemetery in Barnesville.
     Mrs. McCrackin was born in Lamar County, daughter of the late Jim and Lucy Ward Faulkner. She was the widow of Charles M. McCrackin.
     Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Chuck and Mary McCrackin of Jackson; sister, Velma Faulkner Jones of Thomaston; brother, Doug Faulkner of Milner; and several nieces and nephews.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

McCrackin, John Alton
Jackson Progress Argus 10 Aug 1983
     John Alton McCrackin, 65. of Conley, formerly of Barnesville, died Saturday night at Clayton General Hospital in Riverdale.
     Mr. McCrackin was born in Eastman and was a veteran of World War II, serving in the army. He was retired from Thomaston Mills, Griffin division, and was of the Baptist faith.
     Survivors include five sisters, Mrs. Myrtle Payne of Reynolds, Mrs. Emmett White of Atlanta, Florence Williamson and Zella Meeks, both of Forsyth, and Inis Huff of Barnesville; brother, Charles M. McCrackin of Barnesville; and several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were conducted Tuesday morning in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Horne in Barnesville. Rev. Chuck McCrackin, a nephew of Mr. McCrackin, officiated.
     Burial was in Greenwood cemetery in Barnesville.
     Haisten Funeral Horne of Barnesville was in charge of arrangements.

McCrary, Joe Voundelle
Jackson Progress Argus 25 May 1978
Joe McCrary Died Saturday In Griffin.
     Mr. Joe Voundelle McCrary of Griffin was dead on arrival at the Griffin-Spalding County Hospital Saturday morning.
     Born in Spalding County, he was a member of the Trinity CME Church. He graduated from Fairmont High School in 1962 and was a member of the band. He also served in the U.S. Navy.
     Mr. McCrary is survived by three daughters, Miss Pleshette McCrary of Jackson, Miss Zine McCrary and Miss Arite McCrary, both of Griffin; four sons, Padaric E. McCrary, Wytaria S. McCrary, Jonathan McCrary, all of Griffin, and Derick McCrary of Jackson; mother, Mrs. Lillian McCrary; father, John Thomas McCrary, Sr., both of Griffin; two sisters, Mrs. Floria McCrary Robertson of Miami, Fla., and Miss Rossalyn V. McCrary of Griffin; four. brothers, John Thomas McCrary, Jr. of Griffin, Gregory A. McCrary, Phillip C. McCrary and Medrith J. Mcorary, all of Atlanta; grandmother, Mrs. Willie Murphy of Griffin.
     Funeral plans will be announced by Spalding Undertaking Co.
     
McCrary, Lucy Connell
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Jan 1958
Mrs. McCrary Dies in Atlanta On January 2
     Funeral services for Mrs. Marcus G. McCrary, 46, of 1322 Berwick Ave., NE, who died Thursday morning at her home after an illness of several years, were held Friday afternoon, January 3, at two o'clock in the chapel of the Trinity Baptist Church with the Rev. Gaither A. Briggs officiating. Interment was in the Westview Cemetery with A. S. Turner & Sons in charge of arrangements.
     The McCrary family were residents of Jackson for a number of years until they moved to Atlanta about a year and a half ago. Born in Gay, Mrs. McCrary was the former Miss Lucy Connell. She and her family have many friends in Jackson and Butts county who are grieved to learn of her passing.
     Survivors include her husband, M. G. McCrary; one daughter, Mrs. Edward Peloquin, Atlanta; one son, Joseph A. McCrary, Atlanta; a brother, E. F. Connell, College Park; five sisters, Mrs. E. H. Ford, Gay; Mrs. W. C. Wynn, Decatur; Mrs. H. J. Clark, Mrs. C. H. Todd and Mrs. E. M. Stanford, Atlanta.

McCrary, Dollie Rogers
  Butts County Progress July 15, 1910
     Friends in the city regret to learn of the death of Mrs. J. A. McCrary in Barnesville on Monday. She is pleasantly remembered here as Miss Dollie Rogers and often visited her sister, Mrs. Herbert Franklin, then Miss Helen Rogers, music teacher at Jackson Institute.

McCray, Edward Saylor
Jackson Progress Argus 14 May 1986
     Edward Saylor McCray, 62, of Route 1, Jenkinsburg, died Thursday afternoon at his residence.
     Mr. McCray was born in Fulton County, son of the late Edward S. McCray and Mary Beulah Bentiey McCray. He moved to Butts County from Decatur about nine years ago. Mr. McCray was retired from the U.S. government and the U.S. Naval Reserve, and he was a member of the Morningside Lodge of Masons in Decatur.
     Survivors include his wife, Anne Warren McCray; daughter and son-in-law, Lynda and Johnny Gaddy of Jackson; son and daughter-in-law, Eddie and Lynn McCray of Lilbum; grandchildren, Edward Bradley McCray of Lilbum and Christopher Warren Gaddy of Jackson; brother, James Robert McCray of Atlanta; mother-in-law, Helen Gilmore Warren of Atlanta; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Rudolph Sullivan of Forsyth.
     The funeral was held Saturday at 2 p.m. in the Jackson cemetery. The Rev. Bill O'Conner officiated.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

McCullough, Bill Howell
Jackson Progress Argus 14 May 1980
McCullough Rites Held Saturday
     Funeral services for Bill Howell McCullough, 59, of 188 Ridge Avenue, Stone Mountain, were held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Chapel of A. S. Turner and Sons in Decatur. The Rev. W. S. Morris and Rev. Mickey J. Rice officiated and interment was in Melwood Cemetery.
     Mr. McCullough was a retired police officer, having served as a policeman for the City of Jackson, City of Decatur, City of Clarkston and with DeKalb County. He was a member of the Clarkston Lodge No. 492, F. & A.M.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Sara W. McCullough; a son, Billy McCullough, Jr. of Macon; daughters, Mrs. Charlotte Haney and Mrs. Sharon Warren both of Stone Mountain; brothers, W. L. McCullough of Decatur and L. B. McCullough of Augusta; sisters, Mrs. Ann Ruth Ray of Pine Lake Ga., Mrs. Pauline McDonald of Stone Mountain and Mrs. Julie Fowler of Clarkston; nine grandchildren.
     A. S. Turner and Sons of Decatur were in charge of arrangements.

McCullough, Ernest
(See Jones, Cliff)

McCullough, Jack R.
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Feb 1980
No Foul Play In Lake Death
     Jack R. McCullough, 60, of Route 3, Jackson, was found dead in his home about 4 p.m. on Tuesday, February 12th, by a neighbor in the Cherokee Estates subdivision on Jackson Lake.
     Butts County Sheriff Billy Leverette investigated the incident, as did Deputy Coroner Chuck McCrackin and Jackson physician Dr. Larry Ford.
     Dr. Ford found that Mr. McCullough died of natural causes, the direct cause of death being listed as respiratory arrest. Both the sheriff and coroner's offices reported no evidence of foul play
     Funeral services for Mr. McCullough were held Thursday morning at 11 o'clock from the chapel of Caldwell & Cowan In Covington, with the Rev. Gene Carroll officiating. Interment was in the Covington City cemetery.
     Listed as survivors were Mrs. Diane M. Thompson, Mrs. Jinnie B. McCullough of Covington, Mrs. Margaret (Doyle) McCullough, Lithonia, Mrs. Hazel Miller, Mrs. Shirley Dreiske, Long Beach, Calif., Mrs. Sara Allen, Covington, Mrs. Sylvia Kealy, Conyers, Mr. Jerry McCullough, Mr. David McCullough, Heather Thompson, of Covington.
     
McCullough, James Thomas
Jackson Progress Argus 12 Oct 1978
Tuesday Rites Held For Mr. McCullough
     Funeral services for James Thomas McCullough, 64, of Rt. 1, Jackson, were conducted Sunday at 2 P.M. from the Worthville Baptist Church with the Rev. Monroe Ussery and Clarage Tucker officiating. Interment was in the Worthville Baptist Church cemetery with Sherrell Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     McCullough died Friday at 8:30 P. M. at Clayton General Hospital in Riverdale, Ga., after an extended illness. He was born March 23, 1914, in Rockdale County. McCullough owned and operated a gift shop on Covington Road. He was a member of Worthville Baptist Church. He was the son of the late Leroy McCullough and the late Leila Berry McCullough.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Bertie Stephens McCullough; two sons, Jim McCullough and Roy McCullough, both of Jackson; three daughters, Mrs. Jason Long, Decatur, Mrs. Ted Walston, College Park, and Mrs. Sam Cowart, Gainesville; four brothers, Billy McCullough, Stone Mountain, Lemar McCullough, Decatur, Bernice McCullough, Jackson, and Louis McCullough, Rockmart; three sisters, Mrs. H. M. MacDonald, Stone Mountain, Mrs. Leslie Fowler, Clarkeston, and Mrs. Annie Ruth Ray, Clarkeston; and nine grandchildren.

McCullough, Lillie Otelia
Jackson Progress Argus 29 Jul 1987
     Lillie Otelia McCullough, 89, of Covington, died July 17 at Newton General Hospital.
     The funeral was held July 19 in the chapel of Harwell Funeral Home in Covington with the Rev. Bruce Vaughn officiating. Burial was in Lawnwood Memorial Park.
     Mrs. McCullough was a native of Butts County. She was a member of High Point Baptist Church.
     Survivors include three sons, Chester McCullough of Decatur, Olin McCullough of Atlanta, and; Burrell McCullough of Marietta; daughters, Marjorie Whidby of Jackson, Josephine Bass of Mabelton, and Betty Palmer of Covington; sisters, Ruthie Dee White of Covington and Dorothy George of Gainesville; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren.
     J . C. Harwell & Son Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

McCurdy, Mrs. (nee Grant)
Jackson Progress-Argus, Aug 22, 1963
Sister of Miss Grant Passes in Cedartown
     Mrs. C. P. McCurdy of 714 N. College St., Cedartown, sister of Miss Anne Grant of Jackson, died Wednesday in the Polk County Hospital after suffering a heart attack Monday. Miss Grant is director of nurses at Sylvan Grove Hospital in Jackson.
     Funeral services were held Thursday at the First Methodist Church of Cedartown.
     She is survived by two sisters, Miss Anne Grant of Jackson, Miss Rosa Grant of Cedartown; a brother, Tom Grant of Cedartown.
     Messrs. J. T. Beckham and James Stewart attended funeral services for Mrs. C. P. McCurdy Thursday at the First Methodist Church of Cedartown.

McDaniel, Amanda Watkins
  The Jackson Progress-Argus December 25, 1925
Mrs. Amanda McDaniel Summoned By Grim Reaper
     Following an illness of several months, Mrs. Amanda McDaniel, prominent and beloved woman, died at her home near Jackson Tuesday night at 9 o'clock.
     Mrs. McDaniel, who was 78 years of age, belonged to a pioneer family of Butts county. Before marriage she was a Miss Watkins, member of a family that had long been prominently identified with the progress and growth of Butts county. She was a member of the Baptist church and was widely beloved for her many fine traits of character. She was the widow of the late J. S. McDaniel, well known Confederate veteran.
     She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. M. S. Maddox, of Florida, Mrs. A. J. Hamlin, of Jackson, Mrs. Alice Preston, of Atlanta; one son, Mr. J. W. McDaniel, of Florida; one brother, Mr. A. M. Watkins, of Jackson, and one sister, Mrs. Wilson Smith, of Jackson.
     Funeral arrangements have not been announced, pending arrival of family members.

The Jackson Progress-Argus January 1, 1926
Mrs. McDaniel's Funeral Was Held Christmas Day.
     Funeral services for Mrs. Amanda McDaniel, beloved Butts county woman whose death occurred on December 22, was held at the home Christmas day at 2 o'clock. Short services were conducted by Dr. I. G. Walker, of Locust Grove. The nephews acted as pallbearers and interment was in the Watkins cemetery.
     Mrs. McDaniel, who was 78 years of age, was one of the most prominent and widely beloved women of the community. She was a member of Macedonia church and was admired for her many excellent traits of character.

McDaniel, Elmo
Jackson Progress Argus 02 Jan 1990
     Mr. Elmo McDaniel, 89, of 95 Cleveland Street; Atlanta, died Dec. 19.
     The funeral was held Sunday, Dec. 23, at Bold Springs C.M.E. Church in Butts County, with the Rev. R. L. McLaughlin officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.
     Mr. McDaniel was born in Butts County, the son of the late George and Sallie McDaniel.
     He was a member of Bold Springs C.M.E. Church.
     Survivors include his daughters, Eunice Brooks, Lois McCord, Sallie McDaniel,. Emma Wright, Ester Briney, and Vester Sims of Atlanta; son, Elmo McDaniel of Atlanta; sister, Sallie Mae Smith of Jackson; brothers; Tom McDaniel and Obie McDaniel of Atlanta; one daughter-in-law, six sons-in-law, one brother-inlaw, three sisters-in-law, and several nieces and nephews.
     Trimier - Jackson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

McDaniel, Emma
The Jackson Argus July 18, 1902
     There were two colored burials at the same time Monday afternoon, and almost every negro man, woman, and child in town attended. One of the dead, Emma McDaniel, was very popular among her color.

McDaniel, Emmett Milwood
Jackson Progress Argus 31 Oct 1990
     Mr. Emmett Milwood McDaniel, 76, of 557 Brookwood Ave. in Jackson died Tuesday afternoon, Oct. 23, at Sylvan Grove Hospital following a lengthy illness.
     The funeral was held Saturday, Oct. 27, in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson. Burial was in Smyrna Church Cemetery in Upson County.
     Mr. McDaniel was born in Upson County, the son of the late Thad F. and Izora C. McDaniel.
     He and his wife lived in Bradenton, Fla., for the past 36 years, recently moving to Jackson.
     He was a World War U.S. Army veteran, and was employed by the U.S. Postal Service in Bradenton for 27 years before his retirement.
     Mr. McDaniel was a member of Southside Baptist Church in Bradenton, the East Thomaston Lodge #175, F.&A.M., and the Thomaston Chapter #29 of Royal Arch Masons.
     Survivors include his wife, Thelma Lucille McDaniel of Jackson; brothers, Alvis A. McDaniel of Jackson, and Thadious F. McDaniel of Thomaston; sister, Georgia B. English of Thomaston; stepson, Robert N. Dougherty of Miami, Fla.; five step grandchildren, all of Florida; niece, Vicki Grant of Jackson; newphews, John Douglas McDaniel of Jackson, and Kenneth W. English of Lithia Springs; several great nieces and great nephews.
     Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

McDaniel, Eugenia, Mrs.
  The Jackson Argus February 21, 1913
     Mr. M. S. Williams was called to Fairburn Wednesday to attend the funeral of his sister, Mrs. Eugenia McDaniel, who died Tuesday afternoon.

McDaniel, Eunice Rebecca Buice
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Mar 1994
     Eunice Rebecca Buice McDaniel of Jackson died Sat., March 9, at the Spalding Regional Hospital in Griffin.
     Funeral services were held Mon., March 21, at the First Bapist Church of Jackson with Rev. Danny Hughes and Dr. Donald Folsom officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mrs. McDaniel was born Jan. 16, 1930 in Lamar County daughter of the late Noah and Hazel Graham Buice. She was the widow of John O. McDaniel Jr.
     She retired as an inspector for Fashion Pillows and was a member of the First Baptist Church.
     Survivors include her mother, of Barnesville; son and daughter-in-law, Roger and Michelle McDaniel; daughter and son-in-law, Marcia and Grady Vines Jr.; brother and sister-in-law, Ed and Agnes Buice of Barnesville; sister and brotiier-in-law, Leanoah and Roy Vaughn of Barnesville; half brother and half sister, W. R. Buice and Avis Teems, both of Bamesville; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Ann and Morgan Collins and Doris McDaniel, both of Jackson, Betty Jo and Charles Niblett, Lula Mae Combs and Avis Sanford, all of Bamesville; four grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
     Haisten Fimeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
 

McDaniel, Henry D.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus July 30, 1926
Former Governor McDaniel Passes At Monroe, Georgia.
Was one of state's best known public officials.
     The death of former governor Henry D. McDaniel, 89 years of age, occurred at his home in Monroe, Ga., Sunday afternoon. He was governor of the state from 1883 to 1886, having been elected to succeed Alexander H. Stephens. He served in the Confederate Army, represented Walton county in the legislature and his district in the senate. For a number of years he was chairman of the board of trustees of the University of Georgia. During his administration the Georgia School of Technology was established and the president capitol built.
     He is survived by his widow; a son, Sanders McDaniel, well known attorney of Atlanta, and a daughter, Mrs. E. S. Tichenor, of Monroe.

McDaniel, J. S.
  Butts County Progress September 8, 1911
Sudden was the death of Mr. J. S. McDaniel
     Succumbing to an illness of short duration, Mr. J. S. McDaniel, one of the well known citizens of the county, passed away at his home a few miles from Jackson, Tuesday night at 12 o'clock. His death came as a surprise and shock to a large circle of friends, as he was sick but a day before the end came. Death was due to complications of diseases.
     Mr. McDaniel was a leading citizen. He was a veteran of the Civil War and did noble service for the south in that great struggle.
     He is survived by his wife, who was Miss Amanda Watkins; four daughters, Mrs. Tom Preston, of Atlanta, Mrs. Spence, of St. Louis, Mrs. M. S. Maddox, Mrs. Andrew Hamlin, of Jackson; one son, Mr. Watkins McDanial, of Atlanta.
     The funeral was held Thursday at 12 o'clock at the Watkins Cemetery. The family have the sympathy of a large number of friends in their bereavement.

McDaniel, John H.
  Middle Georgia Argus July 14, 1891
A Horrible Death.
Another Butts County Man Killed On The Railroad.
     On Friday night, July 3, Mr. John H. McDaniel, son of Mr. J. S. McDaniel of this county, was crushed to death between two freight cars at Lumber City seventy-five miles below Macon.
     For about two years young McDaniel had been at work on the road and for some time had been running on a local freight between Macon and Lumber City and it was by this train he received the death blow. As we understand lt. he was standing between two cars arranging a coupling when, suddenly, the heavy train rolled backwards catching him between the bumpers. He was terribly mangled about the hips but lived five hours and was conscious to the last. His father was telegraphed the sad news but didn't reach him till several hours after he had died. The body was brought to Jackson on Sunday morning and laid to rest in the Watkins graveyard at three o'clock in the afternoon, Rev. E. M. Hooten conducting the funeral ceremonies.
     This is another victim of a sad railroad accident and death for Butts county. Young McDaniel was twenty years of age and was an upright noble young man. The bereaved have our sympathies.

McDaniel, John Otwell, Jr.
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Jan 1990
     Mr. John Otwell McDaniel Jr., 65, of 797 Hillcrest Drive in Jackson died Jan. 7 at Westbury Medical Care Home following a lengthy illness,
     The funeral was held Jan. 9 at First Baptist Church in Jackson, with the Rev. Bill O'Conner and Dr. Donald Folsom officiating. Interment was in Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mr. McDaniel was a veteran of World War II where he served in the United States Army in Germany. He was employed by American Mills in Jackson as a machine mechanic.
     Mr. McDaniel was a member and Deacon of First Baptist Church in Jackson. He also worked with the Children's Department.
     Survivors include his wife, S Eunice Buice McDaniel of Jackson; son and daughter-in-law, Roger and Michelle McDaniel of Jackson; daughter and son-in-law, Marcia and Grady Vines Jr. of Locust Grove; grandchildren, Cole Vines of Locust Grove, and Adam and Joshua McDaniel of Jackson; mother, Mary Lou McDaniel of Barnesville; sisters, Avis Sanford of Auburndale, Fla., Annie Collins of Jackson, and Betty Jo Niblett and Eula Mae Combs of from Barnesville; brother, Wayne McDaniel of Jackson; mother-in-law, Hazel Buice of Barnesville; and several nieces and nephews.
     Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

McDaniel, Lula
Jackson Progress Argus 07 Dec 1988
     Lula McDaniel, 80, of 139 Elm St., Jackson, died Dec. 4 at Sylvan Grove Hospital.
     The funeral was held Dec. 7 at 2:30 p.m. at Bold Spring C.M.E. Church with the Rev. T. Carr officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.
     Mrs. McDaniel was born in Monroe County, daughter of Frank and Bessie Tiller. She was a member of Bold Spring C.M.E. Church.
     Survivors include two daughters, Essie Jester of Locust Grove and Lucy Goodrum of Jackson; sons, Charlie McDaniel of Atlanta and Tommie McDaniel of Flovilla; two daughters-in-law; three sons-in-law; 17 grandchildren; several great grandchildren; brothers, Isaiah Tiller of Jackson and John Henry Tiller of Griffin; sisters, Mamie McMichael of Atlanta and Emma Berry of Jackson; several nephews and nieces.
     Trimier - Jackson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

McDaniel, Marguerite Marie Neal
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Dec 1992
     Marguerite Marie Neal McDaniel, 80, died Fri., Dec. 18, at Westbury Medical Care Home in Jackson.
     Funeral services were held Saturday in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with Rev. Ron Westbury officiating.
     Mrs. McDaniel was a native of Nashville, Tenn., daughter of the late Tom and Beulah Moseley Neal.
     Mr. and Mrs. McDaniel lived in Atlanta for many years before retiring to St. Petersburg, Fla. She was a member of the Northeast Park Baptist Church in St. Petersburg.
     Survivors include husband, Kenneth C. McDaniel, a resident at Westbury; daughter and son-in-law Shirley and Rhett Glover III of Monticello; grandchildren Jennifer Lyn Bertram of Acworth and Rhett Baker Gldver IV of Santa Rose Beach, Fla.; great grandchild Jordan Taylor Bertram of Ac worth; sisters Evelyn Kincaid, Capitola Bishop, Gertrude Gray and Helen Derryberry, all of Nashville, Tenn.; sisters-in-law Ann Neal of Nashville, Tenn. and Peggy Neal of Brentwood, Tenn.
     Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson was in charge of arrangements.
 
McDaniel, Mary Lou Sears
Jackson Progress Argus 30 Oct 1991
     Mrs. Mary Lou Sears McDaniel, 88, of Bamesville died Friday afternoon at Monroe County Hospital in Forsyth.
     Funeral services were held on Sunday, Oct 27, in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Bamesville, with the Rev. Roy Vaughn and the Rev. Franklin Gibson officiating. Burial was in Midway Baptist cemetery in Lamar County.
     Mrs. McDaniel was born in Wheeler Country, daughter of the late Harrison Nauian and Annie Lou Anderson Sears.
     She was the widow of John Ottwell McDaniel Sr. A home maker, Mrs. McDaniel was a member of the Church of God of Prophecy.
     Survivors include her children, Avis Sanford of Auburndel, Fla., Anne and Morgan Collins of Jackson, Eula Combs of Barnesville, Betty and Charles Niblett of Barnesville, and Wayne and Doris McDaniel of Jackson; daughter-in-law, Eunice McDaniel of Jackson; 11 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, six step-great-grandchildren, and two step-great great grandchildren; sisters, Mittie Lowry of Wamer Robins, Geneva Johnson of Alamo, Alma Harris of Norcross, and Selma Sumner
of Fitzgerald.
     Haisten Funeral Home in Barnesville was in charge of arrangements.

McDaniel, Ned
Jackson Progress Argus 02 May 1984
     Ned McDaniel, 76, of Jackson 162 Carter Ave., died Thursday at Baptist Hospital Georgia following a lengthy illness. Mr. McDaniel was a native of Butts County, son of the late George and Sallie McDaniel. He was a member of Bold Spring C. M. E. Church.
     Survivors include his wife, Lula Tiller Me- Daniel; daughters, Essie Jester of Locust Grove, Sarah Collier of Atlanta and Lucay Goodrum of Jackson; sons, Charlie McDaniel of Atlanta and Tommie McDaniel of Jackson; sister, Sallie Mae Smith of Jackson; brothers, Elmo McDaniel and Obie McDaniel, both of Atlanta, and Tom McDaniel of Cleveland, Ohio; several grandchildren. .
     Services were held Sunday at 1:30 p.m. at Bold Spring C.M.E. Church with the Rev. A. F. Eusery officiating, Burial was in the Bold Spring cemetery.
     Trimier-Jackson Funeral Services was in charge of arrangements.

McDaniel, Obie, Jr.
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Apr 1993
     Obie McDaniel Jr. of Philadelphia, Penn. died Mon., April 12.
     Funeral services were held Sat., April 17, at Macedonia Baptist Church in Jackson with Rev. T. Roberson officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery.
     Mr. McDaniel was born July 19, 1936 in Butts County, son of Mr. and Mrs. Obie McDaniel Sr. of Atlanta.
     He was the owner of Obie's Grill and a member of Macedonia Baptist Church.
     Survivors include son Obie McDaniel III; daughter Lena Robinson; his parents ; sisters Emma Thomas, Juanita McDaniel, Tennie Dixon, Bernice Chaney and Letricia Jones and brother Johnny McDaniel, all of Atlanta; and aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
     Trimer Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

McDaniel, Octavious Rayshun
Jackson Progress Argus 04 Nov 1987
     Octavious Rayshun McDaniel of Indian Springs died Nov. 5 at hid home. He was bom Aug. 17, 1987, at the Griffin-Spalding Hospital.
     The funeral was held Saturday at 1 p.m. at Rock Creek Baptist Church with the Rev. Dante Smith officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.
     Mrs Robison will certainly be missed. All our love and sympathy are sent to Sara Borid, whose sister, Anna Rosa Bond, died Thursday following a lengthy illness. Miss Bond was buried at the Cedar Rock Methodist Church cemetery.
     Our community has lost another much respected and loved citizen. Mr. T. E. Robison was always concerned about his community, his church, and friends. His funeral was held at the Jackson United Methodist Church Sunday afternoon and was attended by many relatives and friends. Mrs Robison will certainly be missed.
     Survivors include his mother, Sharon Watson McDaniel; father, Jimmy McDaniel of Indian Springs; brothers, Octerious McDaniel and Vondarious Watson, both of Indian Springs; grandmothers, Gladys McDaniel of Flovilla and Fannie Watson of Indian Springs; grandfathers, Tommy McDaniel of Flovilla and Charlie Watson of Indian Springs; several aunts, uncles, nephews and nieces.
     Trimier - Jackson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements

McDaniel, Robert Wayne
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Jun 1993
     Robert Wayne McDaniel, of Jackson, died Thurs., June 3, at his residence.
     Funeral services were held Sun., June 6, at the Liberty Baptist Church in Butts County. Interment was in the church cemetery.
     Mr. McDaniel was born Feb. 9, 1939 in Wheeler County, son of the late John and Mary Lou Sears McDaniel. He was employed by Dundee Mills in Jackson.
     Survivors include wife Doris Lafay Darley McDaniel of Jackson; children Joan Elaine and Thomas Steinkamp of Forsyth, Betty Fay and Tim Newman, David Wayne and Patricia McDaniel, all of Jackson; two grandchildren; three step grandchildren; sisters Betty Jo Niblett and Eula Mae Combs of Barneville and Ann Collins of Jackson, Avis Sanford of Auburndale, Fla.; sister-in-law Eunice McDaniel of Jackson; and several nieces and nephews.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

McDaniel, Thad F.
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Jun 1980
McDaniel Rites Held Thursday
     Funeral services for Mr. Thad F. McDaniel, 84, of Thomaston were conducted Thursday afternoon at 1:00 o'clock from the chapel of Pasley-Fletcher Funeral Home in Thomaston with the Rev. L. E. Smith officiating. Interment was in the Smyrna Church cemetery with Pasley-Fletcher Funeral Home of Thomaston in charge of arrangements.
Mr. McDaniel died in the Upson County Hospital on Tuesday.
     He was born in Upson County. He was a retired employee of the Thomaston Mills having retired in 1962.
     Survivors include daughter, Mrs. Georgia English of Thomaston; 3 sons, Mr. Emmet Millwood McDaniel of Bradenton, Mr. Alvis McDaniel and Mr. Thad F. McDaniel, .Jr. both of Thomaston; 5 sisters, Mrs. Myrtle Driver of Hollywood, Calif., Mrs. Ruthelle Cain, Mrs. Grace Hunter, Mrs. Myrtice Emmett, and Mrs. Macy Gibby all of Thomaston; 1 brother, Mr. Aubrey McDaniel of Thomaston; 4 grandchildren, and 3 great grandchildren.
     Mr. McDaniel is also survived by several relatives in Butts County.

McDonald, Anna Eliza Alford
  The Jackson Progress-Argus April 13, 1923
Mrs. Anna McDonald Falls On Final Sleep.
     Many friends in Jackson and Butts county were grieved to learn of the death of Mrs. Anna E. McDonald, which occurred Friday night at the home of Mr. and Mrs. James T. Edwards in Albany. Death came suddenly and was attributed to heart trouble. Despite her advanced age, Mrs. McDonald had been in her usual good health and a short while before the fatal stroke had been for an automobile ride with Mrs. Edwards. About a year ago she suffered a slight stroke of paralysis in her right side, but had completely recovered from that illness.
     Mrs. McDonald was well known in Jackson, having made her home here for many years with her daughter, the late Mrs. W. E. Harp, former postmaster at Jackson. She was born in Jonesboro September 7, 1827, and was 96 years of age. Before her marriage she was Miss Anna Alford, and following the death of her husband, Mr. M. C. McDonald, in 1895, she made her home in Jackson until the death of Mrs. Harp, which occurred May1, 1917. Since that time she had resided with her niece, Mrs. James L. Edwards, in Albany.
     In her early girlhood Mrs. McDonald united with the Presbyterian church and had lived a consistent Christian life. Her many fine traits of character endeared her to all with whom she came in contact. A daughter of the Old South, she was truly a noble example of Christian womanhood; kind and indulgent as a mother, faithful and loyal as a friend, scattering sunshine and doing good wherever she went.
     Following a short funeral service in Albany the remains were brought to Jackson Saturday afternoon and taken to the home of Mrs. J. B. Edwards on West Avenue. The funeral services at Jackson cemetery Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock were conducted by Dr. M. McN. McKay, of the Presbyterian church, assisted by Rev. Henry H. Jones, of the Methodist church. Interment was in the family lot in the Jackson cemetery.
     Many beautiful offerings attested the love and esteem of friends, a pretty design being sent by the Ladies Aid Society of the Presbyterian church, of which the deceased was a member, and the Knights of Pythias. The pallbearers were Messrs. W. M. Redman, D. P. Settle, A. T. Buttrill, A. W. Newton, J. W. O'Neal, Marlin Spencer.
     Mrs. McDonald's declining years were made happy by the love and devotion of her son, Mr. J. G. McDonald, of Jackson, and her niece, Mrs. Florrie Harp Edwards, with whom she had resided for the past several years. She is also survived by a daughter, Mrs. Paul Hubbard, and a son, Mr. C. D. McDonald, both of Atlanta.

McDonald, Clifford Ridgeway
Jackson Progress Argus February 8, 1973
Mrs. McDonald Buried In McDonough
     Mrs. Clifford Ridgeway McDonald, 81, of McDonough, died early Sunday morning, January 28th, at Crawford Long Hospital in Atlanta following a long period of ill health.
     Born June 1, 1891 in Butts County; she was the daughter of the late Mr. George Robert Ridgeway and Mrs. Lucia Hunt Ridgeway, both of Butts County. She was a member of Salem Baptist Church in Henry County.
     Funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon at four o'clock from the chapel of D. T. Carmichael & Son in McDonough with Rev. Clifford Brewton and Rev. S. H. Odom, Jr. officiating. Interment was in McDonough Cemetery with D. T. Carmichael & Son of McDonough in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. McDonald is survived by five sisters, Mrs. L. E. Turner and Mrs. B. F. Moss, both of Henry County, Mrs. S. H. Odom, Sr. of Jackson, Mrs. Paul Jackson of Warner Robins and Mrs. Pauline Bush of Macon; one brother, G. Hunt Ridgeway of Jackson; several nieces and nephews.

McDonald, Colin D.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus January 30, 1925
Mr. C. D. McDonald Claimed By Death.
     Friends of Mr. J. G. McDonald, assistant post master at Jackson, sympathize with him in the death of his brother, Mr. Colin D. McDonald, which occurred in Jacksonville, Fla. On January 23, Mr. McDonald was 67 years of age and a well known citizen of Atlanta, was the son of the late Mrs. M. C. McDonald and a brother of the late Mrs. A. P. Harp, former post master of Jackson. He was known to many of the citizens here and his friends regret to know of his passing.
     Funeral services were held from the home, 151 Richardson street, Atlanta, Monday morning at 11:00 o'clock, with Rev. C. L. Bass officiating. Palestine lodge No. 486 F. & A. M. hade charge of the funeral at the grave. Interment was in West View cemetery.
     Mr. McDonald is survived by his widow and three daughters, Mrs. J. H. Pincus, of Jackson, Mrs. J. E. Peek and Mrs. T. P. Pennington, both of Jackson; one sister, Mrs. Paul M. Hubbird, of Atlanta, and a brother, Mr. John G. McDonald, of Jackson.

McDonald, Frances
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Dec 1984
     Frances McDonald, 94, formerly of Jackson, died Dec. 12 in Albany where she was living with her daughter.
     Mrs. McDonald was employed by Jackson Post Office for manyyears. She was the widow of Tom McDonald.
     Survivors a daughter, Rebecca McDonald Foster of Albany; son, Tom McDonald of Atlanta; several nieces and nephews. .
     Graveside services were held Friday at 2 p.m. in Locust Grove cemetery. The Kirnbrell-Stern Home of Albany was in charge of arrangements.

McDonald, Frances
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Dec 19
     Frances McDonald, 94, formerly of Jackson, died Dec. 12 in Albany where she was living with her daughter.
     Mrs. McDonald was employed by the Jackson Post Office for many years. She was the widow of Tom McDonald.
     Survivors include a daughter, Rebecca McDonald Foster of Albany; son, Tom McDonald of Atlanta; several nieces and nephews.
     Graveside services were held Friday at 2 p.m. in the Locust Grove cemetery.
     The Kimbrell-Stern Funeral Home of Albany was in charge of arrangements.

McDonald, George S.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus November 3, 1916
Mr. George McDonald Killed In Auto Crash
Accident occurred Saturday night on West Third Street
     Automobile was en route to Griffin when smash occurred Mr. Bryan, other occupant of car escaped unhurt Speeding may have caused tragedy Victim popular young man.
     When the automobile in which he was a passenger hit a telephone pole in a rounding curve at the end of West Third street, Saturday night at 9:30, Mr. George S. McDonald, age 23, of Westminster, S. C., received injuries from which he died in a few minutes. Mr. McDonald lived only about half an hour after the crash up.
     With Mr. Norman Bryan driving, Mr. McDonald was en route to Griffin when the accident occurred. The car, a large Buick, was said to have been going at a fast pace when the smash happened. The car struck the pole with terrific force, throwing the occupants to the ground, bending the axle of the car and knocking the pole several inches.
     In falling, possibly being cut by the windshield, Mr. McDonald was injured about the back of the head. The jugular vein was severed at the base of the skull and death was caused loss of blood. After being injured Mr. McDonald was able to utter a few words, and though medical assistance was hurriedly called in all efforts to save the life of the unfortunate young man proved futile.
     Mr. Bryan was rather severely shaken up but not seriously hurt and was able to be out next day.
     The tragic occurrence came as a poignant shock to the entire community. It was the worst accident Jackson has experienced in months and the horrible affair is widely regretted, the family of the untimely victim having the tender sympathy of the citizens of Jackson and community.
     Mr. McDonald was a splendid young man who had made a large number of warm friends since coming to Jackson to engage in contracting with Mr. J. B. Quartermus. He was deservedly popular with his acquaintances, had entered enthusiastically into the activities of the city, was a member of the Jackson baseball team and was held in very general high esteem.
     Mr. McDonald is survived by his mother, Mrs. Julia A. McDonald; four sisters, Mrs. J. E. Dickerson and Mrs. J. R. Finley, of Westminster, S. C., Mrs. F. M. Leeson, of Greenville, S. C., and Mrs. J. B. Quartermus, of Jackson; two brothers, Messrs. H. W. and J. P. McDonald of Westminster, S. C.
     The body was taken Sunday night to Westminster, S. C., for funeral and interment. The pallbearers were Messrs. George Manley, Gus Moss, Newt Brownlee, Marlin Spencer, Whit Newton, L. H. Hurt, Slayton Carmichael and Morris Redman.
     The funeral was in Westminster Monday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock from the residence of Mr. H. W. McDonald. The service was conducted by Rev. Mr. Lewis of the Methodist church, and interment was in the Westminster cemetery.

McDonald, Grayce E.
Jackson Progress Argus 29 Apr 1987
     Graveside services for Grayce E. McDonald, 62, of Atlanta, were held Friday at the Floral Hills Cemetery in Tucker.
     Mrs. McDonald was the wife of Thomas 0. McDonald Jr. of Atlanta, a former resident of Jackson.
     Survivors, in addition to her husband, include a son, Thomas O. McDonald III of Atlanta; daughter; Terri Pennino of Winder; sisters, Jackie D. Disharoon of Lawrenceville and Myrtis E. Craig of Beverly Hills, Fla.; two grandchildren; sister-in-law, Rebecca -Foster of Albany.

McDonald, H. B.
Jackson Progress-Argus Sep 28, 1939
H. B. McDonald Died September 22 in Covington
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. T. O. McDonald sympathize with them in the death of the former's brother, Mr. H. B. McDonald, 54 years of age, which occurred in Covington September 22 as the result of a heart attack. Born in Henry county, he had been a prominent livestock dealer-in Covington for many years.
     He was a member of the Presbyterian church, where funeral services were held Saturday afternoon, with burial in West View cemetery, Covington.
     Surviving relatives are his wife and one son, Brice, who resides in Miami; one daughter, Mrs. R. .D. Campbell, of Monticello; two sisters, Miss lone McDonald and Mrs. Rose Cawthon, of Covington; two brothers, B. O., of Covington, and T. O. McDonald, Jackson police officer.

McDonald Harry H., Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 21 Oct 1992
     Harry H. McDonald, Sr. died Oct. 16,1992.
     Funeral services were held Monday at Ward's Stone Mountain chapel with Rev. Robert Hoggard officiating. Interment was in the Eternal Hills Cemetery.
     Mr. McDonald was a member of Grant Park Masonic Lodge, Grant Park Order of the Eastern Star, Yaarab Temple and Scottish Rite of Atlanta.
     Survivors include wife Christine McDonald; son Mr. and Mrs. H. H. (Buddy) McDonald Jr., Ackworth; granddaughters Kathy Roberts, Jackson and Christy Simmons, Lilburn; great grandsons Christopher Roberts, Jackson, and Allen Simmons, Lilburn.
     Horis A. Ward Inc. was in charge of arrangements.

McDonald, Ione
Jackson Progress-Argus 20 Feb 1941
Mr. McDonald's Sister Dies in Covington Home
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. T. O. McDonald sympathize with them in the death of Mr. McDonald's sister, Miss lone McDonald, 70 years of age, which occurred Sunday afternoon at her home in Covington. Born and reared in Henry county and a lifelong member of the Presbyterian church, she had resided in Covington for the last twenty years.
     Surviving are two brothers, B. O. McDonald, Covington, and T. O. McDonald, Jackson police chief; a sister, Mrs. Rose Cawthon, Covington.
     Funeral services were held at the home Monday at 2 p. m. and burial in Fairfield Presbyterian church cemetery in Henry county. The nephews acted as pallbearers.

McDonald, John G.
Jackson Progress Argus 14 Dec 1944
J. G. McDonald Taken By Death Tuesday Morning
     The death of John G. McDonald, 79 years of age, former assistant postmaster at Jackson and one of the county's widely known citizens occurred early Tuesday at the Middle Georgia Hospital in Macon. He had been seriously sick for several days and was taken to the Macon hospital about ten days ago.
     Born in Union Springs, Ala., Mr. McDonald spent much, of his life in Jackson, where he engaged in newspaper work on the old Jackson News and Jackson Argus which he owned and edited for sometime. As a young man he worked on newspapers in Americus, Forsyth and Greenville, Miss. At one time he was employed by the Atlanta Constitution and in the days of hand typography he took part, during the Cotton States Exposition, in a type-setting contest and was acclaimed a national winner for his speed and accuracy.
     After giving up newspaper work he served in the postal department in Jackson for 35 years. At the time his late sister, Mrs. A. B. Harp, was postmaster here he was assistant, winning hosts of friends by his unfailing courtesy, tact and kindness. He retired from active work a few years ago.
     Member of the Methodist church, the Knights of Pythias and St. Johns of Masons, he was interested in all matters affecting the progress and growth of the community. He had a wide circle of personal friends who are saddened at his death.
     Survivors are his wife, the former Miss Nannie Belle Jinks; one sister, Mrs. P. M. Huhbard of Atlanta; five nieces, Miss Mamie Lowe Hubbard, Mrs. J. L. Edwards, Mrs. C. W. Bucey and Mrs. Mae Pendleton, all of Atlanta and Mrs. J. H. Pincus of Jacksonville, Fla; one great-niece, Mrs. Emmett Culpepper Jr., of Windham, Ohio; two great nephews, James McDonald Edwards, US Army, and Lieut. (jg) Charles E. Harp Jr., US Navy, both serving overseas; two great-great nephews, Emmett Culpepper 3rd and Jimmie Culpepper, WiIldham, Ohio.
     Funeral services were held at the Jackson Methodist church Wednesday afternoon at 3 o'clock with Rev. W. S. Norton, pastor, and Rev. E. M. Wise, former pastor, officiating. Relatives, friends and organizations sent lovely floral offerings as a token of affection.
     Burial was in the Jackson cemetery with Thornton Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements.
     Pallbearers were H. O. Ball, J. W. O'Neal. J. S. Ball, L. M. Spencer, F. C. Rossey, W. M. Redman.
     Among, the relatives and friends from a distance attending the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. L. E. Jinks and son, Carl, Mr. J. R. Jinks, Tallahassee, Fla.; Mr. and Mrs. O. L. Jinks, Panama City, Fla.; Mr. and Mrs. Hoyt Wiggonton and Hoyt Jr., Alabama City, Ala.; Mr. and Mrs. Henry Turner, Attalla. Ala.; Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Edwards, Mrs. P. M. Hubbard, Miss Mamie Lowe Hubbard. Atlanta; Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Oxford, Monticello, Ga.
McDonald, Julian E.
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Feb 1978
J. E. McDonald Died Monday In Chattanooga
     Julian E. McDonald, 51, of Atlanta, died Monday, February 27th, in Chattanooga, Tennessee following an illness of two weeks.
     Funeral services were scheduled for Wednesday afternoon, March 1st, at 2:00 o'clock at Sandy Springs Chapel in Sandy. Springs, with interment in Arlington Memorial Park,
     Born and reared in Jackson, Mr. McDonald was son of the late Mr. Thomas McDonald and Mrs. Frances E. McDonald of Albany, who survives.
     Mr. McDonald is survived by his wife, Mrs. Grace E. McDonald of Atlanta; mother, Mrs. Frances E. McDonald of Albany; sister, Mrs. Charles S. Foster, Jr. of Albany: brother, Thomas O. visited their brother, Mr. Raymond Tribble, a patient at the Atlanta Health Care Center in Austell, Sunday afternoon. McDonald, Sr. of Atlanta; several nieces and nephews.
     Sandy Springs Chapel Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

McDonald, Murdock Curry
  The Jackson Argus January 24, 1896
Mr. M. C. McDonald Dead.
     The remains of Mr. M. C. McDonald, of Atlanta, were brought down this morning and interred in the cemetery.
     Mr. McDonald was the father of Mr. Jno. G. McDonald and Mrs. W. E. Harp of our city. He had been in ill health quite a while before his death and it was not altogether unexpected.
     Mr. McDonald was for many years a member of the Presbyterian church and no member of that denomination was more steadfast and loyal than he, ever ready as he was to support its cause and mission. He was one of the old Scotch Presbyterian sect who put their church first in the things of this life.
     In business he was a man of sterling qualities and honest to a fault. This world is better by his Having lived among its people.
     He leaves a wife and four children all grown and married except one, who mourn of an old affectionate husband and a devoted parent.
     The exercise previous to the burial were conducted in the Methodist church by Rev. Mr. Pharr.

McDonald, Nannie Belle Jinks
Jackson Progress Argus 1 Mar 1973
Mrs. McDonald Passes At Nursing Home
     Mrs. Nannie Belle Jinks McDonald, 78, of 164 Dempsey Avenue, Jackson, died Thursday morning, February 22nd, at Hill Top Nursing Home near Forsyth where she was admitted early Tuesday afternoon. She had been in declining health for several years and was the widow of Mr. John G. McDonald.
     A native of Butts County, she was born August 21, 1894, the daughter of the late Mr. John Jinks and Mrs. Emily Gilmore Jinks, also both of Butts County. In her earlier days Mrs. McDonald taught school in Jackson for a long number of years and also taught in other school systems about the state.
     For many years Mrs. McDonald was a popular employee at the Jackson Post Office and was active in several clubs, being a member of the United Daughters of the Confederacy, Daughters of the American Revolution, and was extremely active in the Jackson United Methodist Church. She served as a past teacher of the Fellowship Class and for several years was a past secretary of the Jackson United Methodist Church. She was also a member of Jephtha Chapter, No. 252, Order of the Eastern Star, and a member of the Hawthorn Garden Club. Her late husband was a former editor of one of the Jackson papers.
     Funeral services were conducted Saturday morning at eleven o'clock from the Jackson United Methodist Church with the pastor, Rev. Donald Gray, officiating. Interment was in Jackson City Cemetery with Sherrell Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. McDonald is survived by several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Duvall Patrick, Nesbit Moss, Buster Duke, Maurice Carmichael, R. W. Watkins, Jr., Denny O'Neal and Frank Hearn.

McDonald, Thomas O.
Jackson Progress Argus 6 Jan 1944
T. O. McDonald, Former Officer, Dies in Griffin
     Many Butts county friends were grieved to learn of the death of Thomas O. McDonald, 54 years of age, former chief of police in Jackson, which occurred at 2:30 Sunday morning in a Griffin hospital He had been a patient in the hospital several days and was thought to be improving when he was seized with a heart attack.
     Born in Henry county of widely known families, Mr. McDonald had resided in Jackson for the past several years. At one time he served as chief of police in Jackson and had a long connection as a member of the police department here. A year ago he resigned and engaged in farming operations.
     Previous to coming to Butts county, Mr. McDonald was a resident of Dawson, in Terrell county, where he engaged in business and farming. He was a member of the Jackson Presbyterian church and had a wide circle of friends in all portions of the county.
     Surviving are: his wife, the former Miss Fannie Ellis, of Locust Grove; a daughter, Mrs. C. C. Foster, Jr., of Jackson; two sons, Thos. McDonald, U. S. Navy, Atlanta, and Julian McDonald, of Jackson; a grandson, C. C. Foster 3rd, and a brother, Neal McDonald, of Covington.
     Funeral services were held at the home on Covington street Monday afternoon at 2:30 and Rev. Walter Styles, pastor of the Jackson Presbyterian church, and Rev. Gaither A. Briggs, of the First Baptist church, officiated.
     The pallbearers were: O. B. Pope, J. D. Pope, Troy Willis; Morris Redman, Aldine Carmichael, A. C. Finley.
     Burial was in the cemetery at Locust Grove, with Carmichael Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements.

McDowell, Annie Ree
Jackson Progress Argus 21 May 1986
     Annie Ree McDowell, 66, of 168 King St., Jackson, died May 10 at Sylvan Grove Hospital.
     Mrs. McDowell was born in Butts County, daughter of the late Rufus and Martha McClendon.
     She was a member of Zion Baptist Church where she served on the senior ushers board.
     Survivors include four daughters, Margaret Wilkes and Patrilla Hannah, both of
Atlanta, Mary F. Kote of Macon, and Martha McDowell of Jackson; sons, Otis McDowell
Jr. of Atlanta, the Rev. Rufus McDowell of Cincinnati, Ohio, Charlie F. McDowell of
Atlanta, and Eenest McDowell of Forest Park; sister, Evelyn Bell of Cincinnati; 22 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren, one aunt, one uncle, and several nieces and
nephews.
     The funeral was held May 14 at 2 p. m. at Zion Baptist Church with the Rev. B. J.
Saucer officiating. Burial was in the Jackson cemetery.
     Trimier-Jackson Funeral Services was in charge of arrangements.

McDowell, Charlie
Jackson Progress Argus 18 Jul 1979
McDowell Rites Held Sunday
     Funeral services for Mr. Charlie McDowell, of Rt. 1, Jackson, were held Sunday, July 15th, at two o'clock from the Antioch Baptist Church. Rev. A. F. Eusery officiated and interment was in Antioch Cemetery. Mr. McDowell died July 10th at a Macon hospital. He was the son of the late Mrs. Emma McDowell.
     Mr. McDowell is survived by his wife, Mrs. Marie McDowell, of Jackson; one brother, Mr. Tommy Lee Pittman, of Atlanta; one uncle, Mr. George McDowell, of Jackson, and a host of other relatives.
     Abe Trimier Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

McDowell, David Lee
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Aug 1967
Negro Boy, 17, Drowns Tuesday At Indian Springs
     A 17-year-old Negro boy, David Lee McDowell of Route 2, Jackson, drowned about 4:30 Monday afternoon at the beach swimming area of Indian Springs State Park. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Otis McDowell, also of Route 2.
     Park Superintendent Frank McMichael said McDowell and four companions had been swimming and playing in the water of Indian Springs Lake when the victim, a non-swimmer, was reported to have tried to swim to the dock in water 12 to 14 feet deep. As McDowell began to sink a companion went to his assistance and got into difficulty. Senior Life Guard James Weldon of Blount went to their assistance immediately and succeeded in helping one of the struggling swimmers back to safety of the dock, but when he turned to swim to McDowell's aid he had gone under.
     Mr. Weldon summoned assistance with Supt. McMichael, Lee D. Mothershed of Stone Mountain and Lamar Dawson of Macon running to the lake and into the water in an effort to recover McDowell's body.
     Butts County Sheriff J. D. Pope said that the boy's body was recovered in 20 to 30 minutes in more than 12 feet of water almost directly under the dock. It took the efforts of Messrs. McMichael, Mothershed, and Dawson to bring the victim's body to the surface.
     An ambulance had been summoned and once the body was brought ashore oxygen was administered and resuscitation attempted but to no avail. The youthful victim, first drowning ever to occur at the new lake at Indian Springs, was pronounced dead on arrival at Sylvan Grove Hospital.
     
McDowell, Edward
Jackson Progress Argus 16 May 1968
Freak Mishap Monday Kills 6 year old Boy
     A freak accident Monday night claimed the life a six-year-old Negro boy, Edward McDowell, of 439 McKibben Street, Jackson, who either fell or jumped from his father's automobile, parked at a Jackson store, with the auto running over the youth, inflicting a skull fracture and a broken right leg.
     According to a report from officers of the State Patrol, Griffin headquarters, who investigated the mishap, the boy's father, Tom McDowell, had parked his car at Webb's Service Station and Grocery in Southeast Jackson and had gone inside to make a purchase, leaving the engine running and the car in a parked position, Some how the car began moving and eye witnesses are not certain whether the young boy fell or jumped from the rolling vehicle. One man made an effort to reach the car and stop it before it struck the boy but was unsuccessful in reaching it in time. There were two other children in the car in addition to Edward.
     The victim, believed killed instantly, was rushed to Sylvan Grove Hospital about 9:30 o'clock where he was pronounced dead on arrival by a Jackson physician. The young boy was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Tom McDowell.

McDowell, Helen Carter
Jackson Progress Argus 01 Feb 1989
     Helen Carter McDowell, 62, of 127 Henderson St., Jackson, died Tuesday, Jan. 24.
     The funeral was held Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Gospel Christ Church with the Rev. B. F. McKibben officiating. Burial was in the Mount Zion cemetery.
     A native of Butts County, Mrs. McDowell was a member of the Gospel of Christ Church.
     Survivors include two daughters, Doris Davis and Robin Carter, both of Jackson; a son, Charles Carter of Jackson; mother, Geneva Carter of Jackson; sisters, Mildred Thomas, Lucille Wilson, Katherine Carter, and Jimmy Clara Miller, all of Jackson, and Ruby Carter, Willie Mae Watkins, Clara Holland, and Doris Robinson, all of Atlanta; brothers, Melvin, Leonard, and Rufus Carter, all of Jackson; four brothers-in-law; one sister-in-law; three grandchildren; several nephews and nieces.
     Trimier - Jackson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

McDowell, Hilda
Jackson Progress Argus 29 Feb 1984
     Mrs. Hilda McDowell, 122-year-old native of Monroe County, died Saturday around noon at the Forsyth Nursing Home.
     Believed to be the oldest resident of Monroe County, Mrs. McDowell was survived by 25 children, one of whom is her son, Charles Clark of Jackson.
     Services are to be held Thursday at 2 p.rn. at the Rock Creek Baptist Church in Indian Springs.
     Other survivors and complete funeral arrangements will be announced later.

McDowell, Lizzie Scott
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Aug 1986
     Mrs. McDowell Lizzie Scott McDowell, 65, of 227 Buchanan St., Jackson, died Aug. 11 at Sylvan Grove Hospital following a brief illness.
     The funeral was held Saturday at 2 p.m. at Towaliga County Line Baptist Church with the Rev. E. F. Collier officiating. Burial was in the Jackson cemetery.
     Mrs. McDowell was born in Butts County, daughter of the late Oscar and Julia Scott. She was a member of Towaliga County Line Baptist Church.
     Survivors include a daughter, Geraldine Slaton of Jenkinsburg; sons, Arthur Lee McDowell of Atlanta and Horace McDowell of Forsyth; brother, Robert Lee Scott of Jackson; sisters, Annie Mae Thomas of McDonough and Minnie Lee Smith of Jackson; 20 grandchildren; seven great grandchildren.
     Trimier - Jackson Funeral Services was in charge of arrangements.

McDowell, Mae Joe, Jr.
Jackson Progress Argus 05 Aug 197
Woman Kills Man With Shot In Stomach
     Jessie Mae Watson, about 45, is in the Butts County jail charged with murder in the shooting death of her common law husband, Joe McDowell Jr., 31, which occurred late Friday night at the home of McDowell at Route 2, Jackson, off the Watkins Park and Pool Road.
     Butts County Sheriff Hugh Polk said that McDowell's wife came to the jail Friday night shortly after eleven o'clock and announced that her husband had been shot. She told the sheriff that he had gone to feed the hogs and that she was inside the house watching television with the screen hooked when she heard him come up on the porch and call her, telling that he had been shot. She told officers that she came to the jail to report the incident and for assistance.
     Members of the sheriff's department and Butts County Coroner John Sherrell hurried to the scene where the body of McDowell was discovered on the porch. He had been shot in the stomach once with a bullet from a sawed off 22 caliber rifle. The law officers noted that McDowell's shoes were not muddy and that blood was found inside the front door.
     Interrogation of Jessie Mae Watson led to discrepancies in her story. According to Sheriff Polk she confessed to shooting her husband about three o'clock Saturday afternoon and was formally charged with murder. Sheriff Polk attributed the motive for shooting to the fact that the wife said McDowell had planned to leave her. She directed members of the sheriff's department and GBl agent Howard Bray to the weed patch into which she had thrown the rifle.
     Coroner Sherrell said that the bullet was recovered from the body of McDowell and that it is believed that he bled to death from the missile having severed the large abdominal artery.

McDowell, Moses
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Jul 1982
     Moses McDowell of Route 3 Jackson died Friday at Georgia Baptist Hospital following a brief illness
     Mr. McDowell was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. B. J. McDowell and was a member of Antioch Baptist Church.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Essie Mae McDowell; two sons, Amos and Willie B. McDowell both of Jackson; three sisters, Mrs. Carrie Sand of Jackson, Mrs. Rose Mae McDowell and Mrs. Sue Williams both of Griffin; two brothers, Walter McDowell of Jackson and A. C. McDowell of Atlanta; 11 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were held Sunday at 4: 30 p.m. at Antioch Baptist Chureh with Rev. F. E. Fuller Jr. officiating. Burial was in Antioch cemetery.
     Trimier Jackson Funeral Services was in charge of arrangements.

McDowell, Otis
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Apr 1980
McDowell Rites Held Wednesday
     Funeral services for Mr. Otis McDowell of 168 King St., Jackson, were held Wednesday April 9th at 2 o'clock. from the Zion Baptist Church.
     Rev. E. P. Horton officiated and interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mr. McDowell died April 4th at the Jasper Memorial Hospital. He was born March 4, 1916 to the late Mr. and Mrs. George McDowell .
     He was a member of the Friendship A.M.E. Church. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Annie R. McDowell; four sons, Mr. and Mrs. Otis McDowell, Rev. and Mrs. Rufus McDowell, Mr. and Mrs. Charlie McDowell and Mr. Ernest McDowelI; 4 daughters Mr. and Mrs. Willie Wilkes, Mr. and Mrs. Aldolphus Kate, Mr. and Mrs. William Hannah and Ms. Martha McDowell; two sisters, Ms. Emma McDowell and Mr. and Mrs. George Thomas; 25 grandchildren; one uncle, Rev. Jonas Taylor; One Aunt, Mrs. Irene Barlow and a host of other relatives.
     Berry Trimier Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

McDowell, Walter Walt
Jackson Progress Argus 29 Sep 1993
     Walter Walt McDowell, of Jackson, died Sat., Sept 18, at Spalding Regional Hospital.
     Funeral services were held Sat., Sept. 25, at Mt Zion A.M.E. Church with Rev. R. L. Henderson officiating. Interment was in Mt. Zion cemetery.
     Mr. McDowell born April 6, 1923 in Butts County, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin McDowell. He was a member of Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church
     Survivors include wife Helen McDowell; sons Walter, Robert and Melvin McDowell; daughters Mary Helen, Pat, Shirley, Lois and Doris McDowell; sister Susie Williams; brother A. C. McDowell; three sisters-in-law; five sons-in-law; two daughters-in law; 21 grandchildren; five great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews and other relatives.
     Trimier Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

McDowell, Willie
  The Jacksonian July 26, 1907
     The many Jackson friends of Mr. Willie McDowell will regret to learn of his untimely death at his home in Monticello, July 18th.

McDuffie, Jerry Cornelius
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Apr 1979
McDonough Man Drowns at Jackson Lake
     A McDonough man drowned Thursday after he saved his grandson from the same death.
     Jerry Cornelius McDuffie, 45, of Rt. 1, Highway 81 East, McDonough, submerged in the afternoon, but divers did not find his body until about 11:45 that night, according to a spokesperson from Newton County Sheriff's Department.
     McDuffie and his wife and grandson were fishing at a place called Conley's Ditch at Jackson Lake. They were getting ready to leave when McDuffie's truck, whose engine was running, rolled into the lake, with the grandson trapped inside the cab, the spokesperson said.
     McDuffie, with the aid of some passers-by, broke open the window of the submerged truck and retrieved the child Jerry Johnson. The rescuers passed Jerry hand-to-hand to the bank, the spokesperson said.
     McDuffie himself went under before he could reach the bank, he said. His body was found that night.

McEachern, John Newton III, Major
Jackson Progress Argus 10 Sep 1971
     Funeral services for Major John Newton McEachern, III. ,46, of Roswell, were held Wednesday afternoon, September 15th, at three o'clock at Spring Hill with Dr. Robert V. Ozment officiating. Interment was in Westview Cemetery with H. M. Patterson & Son, Spring Hill, in charge of arrangements.
     Maj. McEachern, (USAF Ret.), died September 13th following a long period of declining health. Mr. McEachern's grandfather was a co-founder of the Life Insurance Company of Georgia. His father served as president of the company. Major McEachern was born in Atlanta and served in the Air Force. He operated Grass View Ranch in Roswell until his death.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Mary Jean Greer McEachern, formerly of Jackson; three sons, Michael McEachern, William McEachern, Steven McEachern; and four daughters, Teresa McEachern, Sarah McEachern, Cynthia McEachern, and Allison McEachern.
     The officers and directors of the Life Insurance Company of Georgia formed an honorary escort. In lieu of flowers contributions to the Piedmont Hospital may be made in memory of John Newton McEachern, III.

McEachern, Sara Smith
Jackson Progress Argus 18 Mar 1943
Mrs. McEachern Died Tuesday At Home in Atlanta
     Jackson friends of Mrs. J. N. McEachern Jr., of Atlanta, were distressed to learn of her death which occurred at her home in Atlanta Tuesday night. Mrs. McEachern had been in ill health for a long time and had never fully recovered from injuries suffered in a near fatal automobile accident a number of years ago.
     She was the former Miss Sara Smith, daughter of Mr. E. L. Smith, widely known business leader and the late Mrs. Mamie Buttrill Smith and was born and reared in Jackson. She attended school at Ward-Belmont, Nashville, Tenn., and about twenty years ago she was married to Newton McEachern, prominent and influential businessman of Atlanta. She maintained a splendid residence on Tuxedo Road, and took much pleasure in the gardens surrounding it. She was a beautiful young girl and retained her beauty and charm in mature years. She was a member of the Methodist church.
     Survivors are her husband; a son, J. N. McEachren 3rd; her father E. L. Smith of Jackson, one sister; Mrs. S. B. Kinard Jr., of Macon; an aunt, Miss Hattie Buttrill of Jackson.
     Funeral services will be held Friday morning at 11 o'clock at Patterson Funeral Home, and interment will be in Westview cemetery.

McElhaney, Emma Lou
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Jul 1990
      Mrs. Emma Lou McElhaney, 62, of 294 N. Benton Street in Jackson died June 29.
     The funeral was conducted Tuesday, July 3, at Zion Baptist Church in Jackson, with Dr. B. J. Saucer officiating. Burial was in Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mrs. McEIhaney was a native of Butts County and a member of Zion Baptist Church.
     Survivors include her husband, Roy Lee McEIhaney; daughters, Ora Cunningham of Atlanta, Verdine Rasheed of Conley, Hilda Ruth Green and Joann Tyson of Jackson; sons, Charles and Roy Lee McElhaney Jr. of Jackson, and Sgt. Hozie Folds of Hampton, Va.; stepson, Jerome White of Atlanta; sister, Lorrine Goodman of Baltimore, Md.; three sons-in-law, one daughter-in-law, mother-in-law, one sister-in-law, 19 grandchildren, two great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
     Trimier - Jackson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

McElhaney, Roosevelt
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Aug 1986
     Roosevelt McElhaney, 54, of 431 N. Benton St., Jackson, died Aug. 12 at the Veterans Hospital in Atlanta following a brief illness.
     The funeral was held Friday at 2 p.m. at Zion Baptist Church with the Rev. B. J. Saucer officiating. Burial was in the Jackson cemetery.
     Mr. McElhaney was a native of Butts County and was a member of Zion Baptist Church.
     Survivors include his mother, Mollie Barber McElhaney of Jackson; sister, Ora Mae Wilson of Jackson; brother, Roy Lee McElhaney of Jackson; two sisters-in-law; several nieces and nephews.
     Trimier-Jackson Funeral Services was in charge of arrangements.

McElhendey, John Vinson
  The Jackson Argus March 25, 1898
Sandy Plains.
     We regret the death of our neighbor Mr. Vince McElhendey which occurred at his home on last Saturday evening after a short illness.

McElheney, Mollie Barber
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Jan 1991
     Mrs. Mollie Barber McElheney, 89, of 431 N. Benton Street in Jackson died Jan. 13 at Westbury Medical Care Home.
     The funeral was held Thursday, Jan. 17, at Zion Baptist Church in Jackson, with the Rev. B. J. Saucer officiating. Burial was in Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mrs. McElheney was born in Butts County to the late Buster and Emma Barber. She was a member of Zion Baptist Church.
     Survivors include her daughter, Ora Mae Wilson of Jackson; son, Roy Lee McElheney of Jackson; 11 grandchildren; cousins, Gwendolyn West of Jackson, Sarah Crockett of Atlanta and Mrs. Gwendolyn James of Indian Springs.
     Trimier - Jackson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

McElheney, Doris Taylor
Jackson Progress Argus 08 Apr 1992
     Mrs. Doris Taylor McElheney, 67, of Monticello died Sunday, March 29, at Jasper Memorial Hospital after a lengthy illness.
     Funeral services were Tuesday, March 31, in the chapel of Jordan Funeral Home in Monticello, with Elder Fred Gordon officiating. Interment was in Fellowship Cemetery.
     Mrs. McElheney was a native of Butts County, daughter of the late Woody and Donnie Plymale Taylor. She was a member of Fellowship Primitive Baptist Church.
     Survivors include her husband, Howell L. McElheney of Monticello; daughter, Mary Ann Womack of Oxford; sister, Mattie Hinnart of Dallas, Texas; three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; and an adopted daughter, Judy Dills of Monticello.
     Jordan Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
 
McElheney, Elizabeth C.
  Middle Georgia Argus August 11, 1883
Death.
     It is indeed with a feeling of sadness that we pen the death of Miss Lizzie McElheney, daughter of Mr. J. V. McElheney, which occurred at her fathers home in Towaliga on Sunday night. Miss Lizzie was a lady of rare attainments of sweet temper and was loved by all who knew her. She was a graduate of the Griffin Female College and had spent the last three years in teaching.

Middle Georgia Argus August 18, 1883
     Our community was saddened by the death of Miss Lizzie McElheney, our popular and efficient teacher, which occurred at her home near Towaliga, last Sunday evening. She was a most estimable young lady and gave perfect satisfaction as a teacher and will be sadly missed by her pupils whom she had become greatly endeared.
Yours, Beau K.
  
McElheney, Esther Helen Thornton
Jackson Progress-Argus, July 12, 1962
Mrs. McElheney Dies in Griffin
     Funeral services for Mrs. Esther Helen McElheney of Griffin were held Thursday afternoon from the Pittman-Rawls Chapel in Griffin with the Rev. Wayman Merritt and the Rev. J. K. Kelley officiating. Burial was in the Rock Springs Methodist Church Cemetery in Lamar County.
     Mrs. McElheney, widow of Mr. J. V. McElheney, died early Wednesday in the Griffin-Spalding County Hospital where she had been a patient three weeks. She was born in Monroe County and had made her home with her daughter, Mrs. Wilson Nida Sr., 431 South Sixth Street, for 25 years. She was a member of the Providence Congregational Methodist Church.
     Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Wilson Nida Sr. of Griffin; two sons, Coy McElheney of Griffin; Paul McElheney of Raleigh, N. C.; two sisters, Mrs, Elmer Goen and Mrs. Gladys Tillery, both of Griffin; a brother, Irvin Thornton of Jackson; five grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
McElheney, George Hugh
Jackson Progress Argus 12 May 1938
Rites Held Sunday For McElheney
     Funeral services for Mr. George Hugh McElheney, 67 years of age, resident of Butts county all his life until recent months when he moved to Griffin, whose death occurred at his home in Griffin Saturday afternoon, were held at Fellowship Presbyterian church. Sunday afternoon.
     Rev. C. B. Bullard, pastor of the Second Baptist church, Griffin, conducted the rites and interment was in the churchyard. Mr. McElheney suffered a stroke of paralysis several months ago.
     Son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Frank McElheney, he was a member of Rock Springs Methodist church, and was well known in the section in which he was born and reared.
     He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Sara Ann Lindsey McElheney, Griffin; a brother, J.
N. McElheney, Griffin, and a sister, Mrs. T. M. Ridgeway, of Jackson.

McElheney, Henry Willis
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Jun 1974
Mr. McElheney Died After Brief Illness
     Mr. Henry Willis McElheney, 70, of 466 West Avenue, former Butts County Surveyor, died at the Medical of Center of Central Georgia in Macon, early Sunday morning after being admitted to the hospital a few hours earlier. Mr. McElheney had been in declining health for some time.
     Born June 8, 1904 in Butts County where be had lived all his life, Mr. McElheney was the son of the late Mr. James Newell McElheney and the late Mrs. Willie Mae Collins McElheney.
     Mr., McElheney was a retired superintendent of the Sanitation Department, City of Jackson, and a member of the First Baptist Church.
     Funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon at four o'clock from the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with Rev. Don Folsom pastor, of the First Baptist Church, officiating. Interment was in Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home, in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. McElheney is survived by his wife, Mrs. Alma Pelt McElheney; two daughters, Mrs. Artis Knowles and Miss Cathy McElheney; a son, Henry Lee McElheney, all of Jackson; a brother, W. O. McElheney of Warner Robins; three granddaughters, Valerie and Kim McElheney, and Mandy Knowles, all of Jackson.
     Pallbearers were Bobby Stephens, Billy Pelt, Johnnie Pelt, David Pelt, Julian Kimbell, Stanley Maddox, Doug Pelt, and Mickey Smith.
     
McElheney, Inell
Jackson Progress Argus 29 May 1969
Heart Attack Caused Death Of Young Girl
     Inell McElheney, 17, sophomore student at Henderson High School, died Thursday afternoon about 2 o'clock at her home on Benton Street, apparently the victim of a heart attack. She was the daughter of Roy Lee McElheney and Emma Lou McElheney.
     Butts County coroner, John Sherrell, said that W. L. Miller, Henderson High School principal, told him that the young girl left school last Wednesday complaining of a pain in her chest. However, she reportedly did not seek medical assistance until the fatal attack occurred. She was pronounced dead on arrival at the office of a Jackson physician.
     According to Coroner Sherrell Dr. Francis M. Holston performed an autopsy Thursday night, the result of which led Mr. Sherrell to rule the death was from natural causes most likely a heart seizure. Mr. Sherrell also added that certain organs were sent to the crime lab in Atlanta but that no report had been received the first of the week.

McElheney, James Frank
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Apr 1952
J. F. McElheney Called By Death
     James Frank McElheney, 49, native of Butts county but a resident of East Griffin for several years died in the Griffin-Spalding Hospital Monday at 10:15 a. m. as the result of a heart attack.
     Mr. McElheney, a retired carpenter, was the son of the late Mrs. Willie Mae Collins McElheney and J. N. McElheney.
     Funeral services were held at Rock Spring Methodist Church Tuesday at 3:30 p. m. Rev. S. J. Wheeler officiated and burial was in the church yard under the direction of McDonald Funeral Home.
     Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Lurline McElheney; two daughters, Miss Mary McElheney and Miss Virginia McElheney, Griffin; one son, James Robert McElheney of Fort Jackson S. C.; his father, J, N. McElheney Warner Robins; two brothers, W. O. McElheney of Warner Robins and Willis McElheney of Jackson.

McElheney, James Newel
Jackson Progress-Argus17 Dec 1953
J. N. McElheney Died on Monday
     James Newel McElheney, 76, died Monday night at Warner Robins at the home of his son, Olin McElheney, after a period of declining health extending over two years. Native Butts county citizen, he was the son of James Frank McElheney and Mrs. Mollie Maddox McElheney. He spent most of his life in Butts county but at one time resided in Griffin where he served as a member of the police force. For several years he had resided in Jackson with his son, Willis McElheney, but for the past two years has made his home in Warner Robins.
     He was a member of the Methodist Church.
     Funeral services were held Wednesday at 3 p. m. at Fellowship Presbyterian Church with Rev. P. M. Minter as officiating minister. Burial was in the Fellowship cemetery under the direction of Peacock & Ball Funeral Home.
     The pallbearers were C. L. Ridgeway, F. M. Ridgeway, J. T. Ridgeway, Bryan Ridgeway, H. C. Maynard, Fred Lail.
     Survivors in addition to sons, Willis and Olin, a sister, Mrs. T. M. Ridgeway of Jackson.

McElhenney, Frances Tena
The Jackson Progress-Argus March 26, 1920
Miss Tena McElhenney Passed Away Saturday
     The death of Miss Tena McElhenney, 80 years of age, occurred at her home in West Butts Saturday morning at 9 o'clock.
     Miss McElhenney, who belonged to one of the oldest and most prominent families in the county, enjoyed the friendship and esteem of all who knew her. Her passing brought sorrow to many friends. She had been a member of Fellowship church for many years.
     She is survived by one sister, Miss Sarah McElhenney; one brother, Mr. H. C. McElhenney. She is also survived by two nieces, Mrs. O. J. Martin and Mrs. T. M. Ridgeway, and by two nephews, Messrs. J. N., and G. H. McElhenney.
     The funeral was held at Fellowship church Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, following which interment was made in the church cemetery.

McElhenney, Hezekiah C.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus August 15, 1924
Mr. H. C. McElhenney Summoned By Death.
     Mr. Hezekiah C. McElhenney, aged 78, last surviving member of a family of eleven, six daughters and five sons, passed away Friday morning at 7:30 o'clock at the home of his nephew, Mr. J. N. McElhenney. Death was attributed to a heart trouble.
     Mr. McElhenney was highly regarded in the community in which he lived and many friends will regret to learn of his passing. He was a member of Company H, Sixth Georgia Militia during the War Between the States. He spent most of his life in Butts county and was well known. Funeral services were conducted at Fellowship church Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock by Rev. James A. Drewry. Interment was in the churchyard.
     Mr. McElhenney is survived by several nieces and nephews including Messrs. J. N. and G. H. McElhenney and Mrs. Daisy Ridgeway.

McElhenney, Mary
  The Jackson Progress-Argus November 16, 1923
Miss Mary McElhenney Passed Away Monday.
     The death of Miss Mary McElhenney, 79 years of age, occurred at her home in West Butts, Monday morning. She was the last of five sisters, and is survived by one brother, Mr. H. C. McElhenney, and several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at Fellowship church. The services were conducted by Elder George D. Godard, and interment was in the church yard.

McElhenney, Mary Elizabeth Maddox
Butts County Progress November 6, 1914
Mrs. M. E. McElhenney Passed Away Monday.
     At the age of 78, Mrs. Mary Elizabeth McElhenney, died at her home in Towaliga district Monday afternoon at 4 o'clock. She was before marriage a Miss Maddox, and was an estimable Christian lady, highly esteemed by a large circle of friends.
     Mrs. McElhenney is survived by one daughter, Mrs. T. M. Ridgeway; one son, Mr. J. N. McElhenney and a step-son, George Hugh McElhenney; two sisters, Mrs. Alfred Dodson and Mrs. Ed. Edwards.
     The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock at Fellowship church, the services being conducted by Rev. Mr. Harper.
 
McElhenney, Mary Francis Bell
  The Jackson Progress-Argus July 19, 1918
     Mrs. Fannie McElhenney died last Wednesday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. G. G. Head, and her remains were laid away at Fellowship cemetery Thursday afternoon, after funeral services by Rev. Whatley and Dr. Barron. She was 82 years old.
     Mr. W. D. McElhenney, of Birmingham came to attend the funeral of his mother last week.

McElhenney, Willie Mae Collins
  The Jackson Progress-Argus December 2, 1927
Mrs. J. N. McElhenney Is Claimed By Death.
     Following a period of ill health extending over fourteen months, Mrs. J. N. McElhenney, one of Butts county's most prominent and beloved women, died at her home on the Griffin road Thursday morning at 4:30 She had been critically ill for several days and news of her passing did not occasion surprise, but came as a shock to a wide circle of friends here and over the state.
     Mrs. McElhenney became ill more than a year ago and had undergone treatment and an operation at a private sanitarium, but the best of medical skill and nursing failed to arrest the disease.
     Mrs. McElhenney, a life long resident of Butts county, had a very large circle of friends who admired her many noble traits of character. She was a woman of great industry and for many years had been a faithful and tireless worker in the annual count fairs and served with the utmost zeal during the centennial celebration. She was interested in poultry, in home economics, and everything that meant the progress of the community and county. For many years Mrs. McElhenney was a regular exhibitor at the county, district and state fairs and had a large number of winnings to her credit. She possessed a charming personality and won and held friends by the warmth of her heart and mind. Mrs. McElhenney was a faithful member of Towaliga Baptist church and showed much interest in religious affairs. She was truly a good woman and will be missed in the house and community.
     Mrs. McElhenney was connected to a prominent Butts county family and was Miss Willie Mae Collins before marriage. She is survived by her husband, Mr. J. N. McElhenney; three sons, Frank, Willis and Olin McElhenney; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Collins, the former county surveyor of Butts county; two brothers, Mr. J. Walter Collins, of Macon, and Prof. T. J. Collins, teacher in the Tech High School, Atlanta.
     Funeral services were held at Fellowship church Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock and a great concourse of friends gathered for a last tribute of love and respect. Dr. I. G. Walker, of Atlanta, and Rev. W. S. Adams, of Jackson, conducted the impressive service. Hon. W. F. Huddleston, chairman of the Butts County Board of Education and a lifelong friend, paid the deceased a lofty and feeling tribute, pointing to her many admirable traits, her high Christian character, her love for her family and her good works in the community. The lovely floral offerings attested the esteem of relatives and friends.
     Interment was in the cemetery at Fellowship church.

McElroy, Andrew Jackson
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Jul 1933
Mr. Andrew M'Elroy Passed Away July 24
     Mr. Andrew J. McElroy, 58 years of age, passed away Monday night at 8 o'clock at his home near High Falls. Death followed an illness of several weeks duration and was attributed to Bright's disease.
     Mr. McElroy was connected with an old and prominent family of this section. He had a large number of friends who were grieved to know of his death. He was a member of. High Falls lodge of Masons and was admired for his sterling traits of character.
     Mr. McElroy is survived by his wife, who previous to her marriage was Miss Lovorn, of Griffin; a small daughter, little Miss Jimmie McElroy; one brother, Mr. John P. McElroy, of Forsyth, and, a sister, Mrs. A. A. Lemon, of Jackson.
     Funeral services were held at Paran church Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock, with Rev. Mr. Black, conducting the services, and interment was in the churchyard.

McElroy, Ella Pearl Ham
  Jackson Progress-Argus 1 Jan 1937
Mrs. J. P. McElroy Dies at Monroe County Home
     Forsyth, Ga., Dec. 30. Funeral services for Mrs. J, P. McElroy, aged 60, who died Monday evening at her home near Forsyth, were held Tuesday afternoon at the Methodist church, Rev. Tom Kendall officiating. Interment took place in the Forsyth cemetery.
     She is survived by her husband; three sons, J. P. Jr., and J. H, of Forsyth; N. H. McElroy, of Macon; five daughters, Mrs. J. N. Adams, of Cordele; Mrs. W. E. Dix, of Atlanta; Mrs. J. B. Fields and Misses Irene and Lucia McElroy, of Forsyth; two, brothers, J. N. Ham and T. H. Mam, of Forsyth; and one sister, Mrs. W. W. Wynne, of Forsyth.

McElroy, Infant
  The Jackson Progress-Argus August 18, 1916
Funeral of Infant
     The two-year-old infant of Mr. and Mrs. J. C. McElroy, of Vidalia, whose death occurred last Thursday, was brought to Jackson and the funeral was held at Macedonia, Rev. Mr. Bonner conducting the services. The parents of this child formerly resided in this county.

McElroy, James Elwood (Crip)
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Mar 1972
Mr. McElroy Buried At Mt. Vernon
     Mr. James Elwood (Crip) McElroy, 59, of 151 Peachtree Street, Experiment, died Thursday afternoon, March 2nd, at the V A Hospital in Atlanta.
     Born and reared in Butts County, Mr. McElroy had made his home in Spalding County for 28 years. He was employed at Dundee Mill No.1 and was a veteran of World War II.
     Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock from McDonald Chapel in Griffin with the Rev. William Weaver and Rev. Lewis James officiating. Burial was in Mt. Vernon Baptist Church Cemetery in Butts County with McDonald Chapel in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. McElroy is survived by his wife, Mrs. Rezzie Medaris McElroy; one brother, J. W. McElroy; several nieces and nephews.
McElroy, James Loyd
Jackson Progress Argus 22 Jul 1932
Mr. James L. M'Elroy Is Claimed by Death Stark
     The death of Mr. James Loyd McElroy, 69 years of age, a well known citizen of the High Falls community, occurred Saturday morning at 4 o'clock. Though he had been in declining health for some time, his death was sudden and came as a shock to the family and hosts of friends.
     Mr. McElroy, connected with a well known middle Georgia family, was born in Monroe county. He was a son of Dr. Andrew McElroy and Rosa Pettigrew McElroy, esteemed residents of this section. Mr. McElroy possessed sterling qualities of character and was held in high esteem by a wide circle of friends. He served in the Spanish-American war, enlisting with several other Butts county boys when the call came for volunteers.
     Mr. McElroy is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Annie Lemon, of Jackson, and Mrs. Mattie Lynch, of Locust Grove; two brothers, Mr. Andrew McElroy, of High Falls, and Mr. J. P. McElroy, of Forsyth. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were held at Paran church in Monroe county Sunday morning at 11 o'clock. Rev. W. M. Black, of Augusta, and Rev. T. H. Vaughn, of Forsyth, conducted the services and interment was in the church cemetery.

McElroy, Mary Ann
  The Jackson Progress-Argus May 6, 1927
Death Has Called Miss Mary A. McElroy
     Following a period of ill health extending over several months, Miss Mary Ann McElroy, aged 79, passed away at her home on Covington street Monday morning. Her death brings regret to a wide circle of friends throughout the community.
     Born in Jasper county, a daughter of Jacob McElroy and Nancy Leverette McElroy, she had made her home in Jackson for a long number of years. Together with her sister, Miss Nannie McElroy, she had spent the past four years on Covington street. A woman of great industry and many fine traits of character, she was widely beloved. Miss McElroy was a member of the Concord Primitive Baptist church in Jasper county.
     She is survived by her sister, Miss Nannie McElroy, five nephews, including Beamont McElroy, of Conyers, well known to many of the citizens here, and seven nieces.
     Funeral services were held Tuesday morning at 11 o'clock at Mechanicsville, Jasper county, and Rev. W. S. Adams of the First Baptist church officiated. Interment was in the church yard.

McElroy, Mary Rosa Pettigrew
  The Jackson Progress-Argus October 9, 1925
Mrs. Mary McElroy Claimed By Death.
     Mrs. Mary McElroy, 80 years of age, member of an old and prominent Middle Georgia family, died at her home at High Falls Tuesday night at 11 o'clock. She had been in declining health for some time.
     Mrs. McElroy, who was related to the Harkness and other prominent families of Butts County, was an esteemed member of Towaliga church. She was widely loved and admired for her many fine traits of character and her passing causes sincere regret to a host of friends. She was formerly a Miss Pettigrew.
     The surviving relatives are three sons, Messrs. Jim and Andrew McElroy, of Butts county, John McElroy, of Forsyth; two daughters, Mrs. Annie Lemon, and Mrs. C. M. Lynch, of Locust Grove; one sister, Mrs. Ida Jackson of Texas, all of whom have sympathy of many friends in their sorrow.
     Funeral services were held at Paran church, Monroe county, Thursday morning at 11 o'clock. Interment was in the church yard.
McEver, Nealy
Jackson Progress Argus 04 Sep 1991
     Miss Nealy McEver of Jackson died Sept. 2.
     A graveside service was held Wednesday at Melwood Cemetery, with the Rev. Luther Kenady officiating.
     Rainer-Carmichael Funeral Home in McDonough was in charge of arrangements.

McEwen, Thomas Vernon
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Jul 1983
     Thomas Vernon (Mac) McEwen, 73, of Route 2, Jackson died Sunday morning at the Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta following a brief illness.
     Mr. McEwen was employed by Georgia Power Co. of Atlanta for 35 years and was a resident of Atlanta before moving to the Jackson Lake area.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Mae White McEwen of Jackson Lake; son, Marvin McEwen of Jackson Lake; grandson, Mitchell McEwen of Jackson Lake.
     Funeral services were conducted Tuesday morning at 11 o'clock in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Horne with the Rev. Maxie Threatt officiating. Burial was in the Crestlawn Cemetery in Atlanta.
     Haisten Funeral Horne was in charge of arrangements.

McFall, James Freeman
Jackson Progress Argus 10 Apr 1975
J. F. McFall Died Friday
     Mr. James Freeman McFall of Number One, Wilson Street, Griffin, died Friday afternoon, April 4th, at his residence .
     Mr. McFall was born in Jackson and had lived in Griffin for 15 years. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints; A veteran of the U. S. Army in World War II, he was a carpenter and construction worker.
     Funeral services were held Monday afternoon, April 7th, at McDonald Chapel in Griffin. Interment was in Griffin Memorial Gardens, with McDonald Chapel in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. McFall is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Doris Pitts of Griffin and Mrs. Dorine Batchelor of Loganville; two brothers, Willie McFall and Ralph McFall, both of Griffin; a brother-in-law, Luther Byars of Jackson; several nieces and nephews.

McFall, Lizzie
  Middle Georgia Argus Jan 27, 1892
     Miss Lizzie McFall, an estimable young lady of Indian Springs died on Monday, of consumption. She had been suffering from the terrible ravages of that disease for a long while.

McFall, Marcus Richard
Jackson Progress Argus 05 Sep 1957
Marcus R. McFall Accident Victim, Buried Wednesday
    Funeral services for Marcus Richard McFall, 68, killed instantly when struck by a car Saturday night in Leesburg, Fla., were held Wednesday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock at the Pepperton Baptist Church with the Rev. John Jackson and Rev. L. L. Minton officiating. Interment was in the Indian Springs Cemetery under the direction of Haisten Funeral Home.
    A native Butts countian, Mr. McFall was the son of William F. McFall and Mrs. Mollie Freeman McFall. He had lived in Florida the past 12 years.
    Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Luther Byars, Jackson; Mrs. Dorine Batchelor, Jackson; Mrs. Doris Pitts, Griffin; four sons, Willie McFall and Marshall McFall of Atlanta; Ralph McFall, Griffin; and Freeman McFall, Jackson; 13 grandchildren and one great grandchild.
    Pallbearers were Joe Waits, Jimmy Kitchens, Paul Waits, Van Freeman, Will Price and Ed Churchwell.
McFall, Marshall F.
Jackson Progress Argus 05 Mar 1964
Rites Tuesday At Pepperton For Mr. McFall
     Funeral services for Marshall F. McFall, 38, of Route 2, Jackson, were conducted at 3:30 o'clock Tuesday afternoon from the Pepperton Baptist Church with the Rev. James Burleson, pastor, and the Rev. Phil Minton officiating. Interment was in the Pepperton Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. McFall died Sunday, March 1, in the Veteran's Hospital in Atlanta following a lengthy illness. He had been confined to a Miami, Fla. hospital prior to coming to Georgia.
He was a native of Butts County, the son of Mr. Marcus McFall and Mrs. Beulah Rawls McFall.
     Mr. McFall is survived by three sisters, Mrs. Laura Byars and Mrs. Doreen Batchelor, both of Jackson; Mrs. Doris Pitts of Griffin; three brothers, Willie McFall of Atlanta; Freeman McFall and Ralph McFall, both of Griffin; several nieces and nephews.

McFalls, Mollie Freeman
Jackson Progress-Argus 26 Jan 1939
Funeral Services For Mrs. McFalls
     Funeral services for Mrs. Mollie McFalls, 77 years of age, long-time resident of Pepperton, whose death occurred at 8 o'clock Friday morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Y. L. Lummus, were held Saturday afternoon at 3 o'clock at the Pepperton church. Rev. L. L. Minton was the officiating minister and burial was in the family lot in the Indian Springs cemetery.
     Though in feeble health for some months, Mrs. McFalls was ill only a few days.
     She was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Silas Freeman, of Monroe county, but had resided in Butts county for many years. She was a member of the Baptist church and had many friends who regretted to know of her death.
     Surviving relatives are her daughter, Mrs. Y. L. Lummus, of Jackson; one son, Marcus McFalls, of Florida; one brother, Marcus Freeman, of Flo villa; three sisters, Mrs. Hannie Hoard and Mrs. Sallie Waites, of Jackson, and Mrs. Jewel Leverette, of Opelika, Ala. She also is survived by several grandchildren.

McFarlin, Willie Frank
Jackson Progress Argus 02 Feb 1983
     Willie Frank McFarlin, 67, of 1400 Sycamore St., Cincinnati, Ohio died Jan. 25 at University Hospital following a brief illness.
     A native of Butts County, Mr. McFarlin was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Frank
McFarlin. He was a member of Mt. Pleasant A. M.E. Church.
     Survivors include a son, William McFarlin of Atlanta; sisters, Mrs. Marie Coggins and Mrs. Flossie Henry, both of Palmetto, Ga.; sister-in-law, Mrs. Odessa McFarlin of Atlanta; brother- in-law, Raymond Henry of Palmetto.
     Services were held Saturday at 2:30 p.m, at Mt. Pleasant A. M. E. Church in Palmetto with the Rev. J. C. Tate officiating. Burial was in the Palmetto city cemetery.
     Trimier-Jackson Funeral Services was in charge of arrangements.

McGahee, Bertha
Jackson Progress Argus 05 Dec 1968
Graveside Rites Here Monday For Mrs. McGahee
     Graveside services for Mrs. Mrs. Bertha McGahee, 80, who passed away late Saturday night at Westbury Nursing Home, were conducted Monday afternoon in
the Jackson City Cemetery. Rev. Ralph Goodwin, pastor of the Jackson Church of the Nazarene, officiated at the rites.
     Mrs. McGahee had been a patient at the Westbury Medical Care Home for approximately three years.
     She is survived by a nephew, Mr. James M. Ansley, of Aiken, South Carolina.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements with interment in the Jackson cemetery.

McGahee, Mary Eunice Lovett
Jackson Progress-Argus 23 Feb 1939
Death of Mrs. Mary McGahee Occurred in Atlanta Home
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. Van Fletcher sympathize with them in the death of Mrs. Fletcher's sister, Mrs. Mary Eunice McGahee, house mother of Georgia Tech's Pi Kappa Phi fraternity, which occurred at a private sanitarium in Atlanta February 16. Funeral services were held at 2 p. m. Saturday in Atlanta, with Dr. Lester Rumble officiating.
     Mrs. McGahee was active in the church and civic affairs of Atlanta where she had resided since 1900. She was a member of the St. Mark Methodist church.
     Surviving relatives are her father, Dr. W. C. Lovett, retired Methodist minister; a daughter, Mrs. W. M. Davis, Lakeland, Fla.; a brother, R. W. Lovett, Cleveland, Miss., and two sisters, Mrs. Van Fletcher, of Jackson, and Miss Elizabeth Lovett, of Atlanta.

McGarity, W. K.
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Apr 1974
Mr. McGarity Passes In Athens
     Jackson friends of Mr. W. K. McGarity of Athens regret to learn of his death March 31st at St. Mary's Hospital following an extended illness. Funeral services were conducted April 2nd at the First Baptist Church with Rev. Julian Cave officiating. Burial was in Oconee Cemetery.
     Born in Elbert County, Mr. McGarity had made his home in Athens the past sixty years. He was a retired U. S. Department of Agriculture employee. He was a life deacon of Athens First Baptist Church, and a member of the Forum Class of that church.
     Survivors include three sons, Stuart McGarity of Athens, Dr. Hugh McGarity of Greenville, S.C., and Co. (Ret.) Robert N. Loyd of Wetumpka, AIa.; a sister, Mrs. Frank Berryman of Athens and nine grandchildren. He was a relative of Mrs. Lemma Blackwell and Mrs. Otis Hammond, both of Butts County.

McGee, LaRue Stallworth
Jackson Progress-Argus 6 Mar 1936
Mrs. J . C. M'Gee Dies after Sudden Illness
     Butts county relatives and friends were pained to learn of the death of Mrs. J. C. McGee, of Atlanta which occurred early Monday morning at a private sanitarium in Atlanta after an illness of only a few hours. Stricken Sunday night with appendicitis he was taken to a sanitarium for an operations and succumbed on the operating table. The suddenness of her passing came as a shock to the family and friends.
     Mrs. McGee, the former Miss LaRue Stallworth, of Jenkinsburg, had been a resident of Atlanta for several years. She was born and reared at Jenkinsburg where she attended the public schools and later accepted a position in Atlanta. Following her marriage some ten years ago she has been a permanent resident of that city. She was a member of the Baptist church and had a wife circle of friends wherever she was known. Her death followed by six weeks that of her brother, Mr. Edwin B. Stallworth, which occurred in Atlanta in the middle of January.

McGee, Lillie Cornwell
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Jul 1959
Mrs. Lillie McGee Died Tuesday At Sister's Home Here
     Funeral services for Mrs. Lillie Cornwell McGee, 76, who died Tuesday afternoon, July 7 at the home of her sister, Mrs. Will Meredith in Jackson, were held Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the DeVotie Baptist Church in Griffin with the Rev. Homer G. Fowler and the Rev. J. K. Kelley officiating. Burial was in Oak Hill Cemetery.
     Mrs. McGee was born in Jasper county but had lived in Griffin since childhood. She was employed for more than 40 years by Dundee Mills before her retirement. She was a member of the DeVotie Baptist Church.
     Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Mae Murphy of Griffin and Mrs. Lucille Greene, of Jacksonville, Fla.; three sisters, Mrs. Will Meredith of Jackson; Mrs. Ollie Brannon of Experiment; Mrs. Addie Wilson of Kingsport, Tenn.; two brothers, Mr. Troy Cornwell, Griffin, and Mr. John Cornwell of Milner; five grandchildren.
     McDonald Funeral Home of Griffin was in charge of arrangements.

McGee, Oscar
Jackson Progress Argus 21 Aug 1931
Sheriff Shoots Himself in Sleep Jury Finds Death of Spalding
Official Was Accidental.
Was Accustomed to Walk in His Sleep
     Griffin, Ga., Aug. 16 On the theory that he shot himself while asleep, a coroner's jury returned a verdict of accidental death today in the case of Sheriff Oscar McGee, found dead in bed this morning.
     Testimony at the inquest said that on several occasions recently, the sheriff had walked in his sleep and upon awakening, had found his pistol in his hand. He kept the weapon on a table near his bed.
     His death was discovered early this morning, when other residents of the house were aroused by the sound of the shot.
     He was elected sheriff of Spalding county in July, 1929, to succeed Sheriff F. D. Stapleton, who died on a highway near here of a heart disease.
     Besides his widow, one daughter, three sons, his mother and twp brothers survive.
     Funeral services will be held at Highland Mill auditorium Monday afternoon with interment in Hebron cemetery, Clayton county.
     
McGehee, James H.
  The Jackson Argus April 13, 1900
Griffin News.
     James H. McGehee, a well known printer employed for many years on the Macon Telegraph, formerly of this place and with relatives here, also swallowed a large dose of laudanum with suicidal intent on Sunday afternoon. His mother and sister went down to attend the funeral, which took place at 3:30 yesterday afternoon. Mr. McGehee was 47 years old, much liked and much respected, but had suffered from ill health for years, which finally became insufferable and rendered him unfit for work. He leaves a wife to mourn his loss.

McGough, Bettha Mae
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Oct 1974
Miss McGough Buried At County Line
     Miss Bettha Mae McGough, 64, of Route 1, Jenkinsburg, died early Thursday evening, October 17th, at the Living Center in Griffin after an extended illness.
     Miss McGough was born in Butts County, the daughter of the late Mr. William Thomas McGough and the late Mrs. Addie Mae Goolsby McGough. She was a member of the County Line Baptist Church. Miss McGough was employed with the W. T. Grant Company in Atlanta until her retirement.
     Funeral services were conducted Saturday afternoon, October 19, at three o'clock, from the County Line Baptist Church with the Rev. Douglas Karrius and the Rev. Clyde Johnson officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery with Sherrell Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Miss McGough is survived by one brother, Cecil W. McGough of Locust Grove; one sister, Mrs. J. P. Collett of Marianna, Florida; one sister-in-law, Mrs. George McGough of Jenkinsburg and one brother-in-law, George Collins of Locust Grove, several nieces and nephews.

McGough, Cecil Wilton
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Nov 1984
     Cecil Wilton McGough, 87, of Route 1, Locust Grove, died Nov. 21 at Griffin-Spalding Hospital.
     Mr. McGough was born in Jasper County, son of the late William Thomas McGough and Mary Addie Goolsby McGough. He was retired from Civil Service in Conley and was a member of County Line Baptist Church in Jenkinsburg.
     Survivors include a sister Mary Elizabeth Collett of Griffin; nieces, Dorothy Knott of Jenkinsburg, Peggy Edwards of Locust Grove and Diane McCalvin of Altha, Fla.; nephews, Billy Collins of Jenkinsburg and Bobby Collett of Marietta; several great nieces and nephews.
     Services were held Friday at 2 p.m. at County Line Baptist Church with the Rev. Lidell Phillips and the Rev. C. G. Johnston officiating. Burial was in the County Line cemetery.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

McGough, Elizabeth Jane Bankston
  The Jackson Progress-Argus September 5, 1924
Mrs. J. R. McGough Passes TO Reward
     Following a period of ill health extending over several months and a critical illness of one week, Mrs. J. R. McGough, 79 years of age, passes away at her home in Jenkinsburg Monday afternoon at 12:15 o'clock. She had many friends in the county who regret to know of her passing.
     Mrs. McGough, who was a Miss Bankston before marriage, was the widow of a Confederate veteran. She is survived by two sons, Mr. Will McGough, of Butts county, and Mr. George McGough of Savannah; three daughters, Mrs. W. H. Andrews, of Atlanta, Mrs. L. V. Collins, of Griffin, and Miss Margaret McGough, of Jenkinsburg; fourteen grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren.
     Funeral services were held at the County Line church Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock.

The Jackson Progress-Argus September 5, 1924
In Memory Of Mrs. J. R. McGough.
     After an illness of almost two years the sweet spirit of Mrs. J. R. McGough took its flight September 1, 1924. She was born Oct. 18, 1845 in Jackson and grew to young womanhood there.
     In Dec. 1866 she was married to J. M. McGough, a confederate soldier. Seven children blessed this happy union, five of whom survive, Mrs. W. H. Andrews, Atlanta, Ga., T. W. McGough, Locust Grove, Ga., Mrs. L. v. Collins, Griffin, Ga., J. G. McGough, Savannah, Ga., and Miss Margaret McGough.
     Mrs. McGough was known and loved by a wide circle of friends ***** endeared to them by her kindly heart and loving sympathy.
     Amid the trials and temptations of life she was ever heroic and cheerful, always turning the dark cloud inside out.
     To the bereaved children and only surviving sister, Mrs. Louisa Thornton, our sympathy is extended.
A FRIEND.

McGough, George Dewey
Jackson Progress Argus 04 Oct 1973
County Line Rites Sunday Mr. McGough
     Mr. George Dewey McGough, 74, of Route 1, Jenkinsburg, died at Sylvan Grove Hospital about 1:30 o'clock Saturday morning, September 29th, after being admitted a short time earlier.
     Mr. McGough was born in Jasper County October 8, 1898 to the late Mr. William Thomas McGough and Mrs. Addie Mae Goolsby McGough. He was a retired mechanic from the Atlanta Transit Company.
      Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at three o'clock from the County Line Baptist Church in Jenkinsburg with Rev. Clyde Johnston and Rev. Douglas Karius, pastor, officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery with Sherrell Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Surviving Mr. McGough are his wife, Mrs. Bessie Pelt McGough, of Jenkinsburg; one daughter, Mrs. G. S. Knott of Jenkinsburg; one brother, Mr. Cecil McGough of Locust Grove; two sisters, Miss Bertha Mae McGough of Locust Grove and Mrs. J. P. Collett of Marianna, Fla.; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were James W. Copeland, David E. McClendon, James Keek, Mack Thaxton, Odell Cleveland, Harold E. Brown.

McGough, James Robert
  Butts County Progress December 12, 1913
Mr. J. R. McGough Passed Away Last Week
     Mr. J. R. McGough, a Confederate veteran and highly respected citizen of the county, died at his home near Jenkinsburg Thursday afternoon of last week. Death was due to cancer.
     Mr. McGough was in his 78th year at the time of his death. He was a well known citizen and had a wide circle of friends in the section in which he lived.
     Besides his wife Mr. McGough is survived by a daughter. The funeral took place Friday afternoon at 1 o'clock at County Line church. The services were conducted by Rev. J. C. Speerman.

McGough, Joseph Gordon
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Jan 1971
Jos. McGough, Butts Native, Died Wednesday
     Mr. Joseph Gordon McGough died early Wednesday morning, January 20th, at the Living Center of Griffin where he had been a patient.
     Mr. McGough was a native of Butts County but had made his home in Savannah for the past 50 years where he was employed with the Corps of Engineers.
     Funeral services were conducted Saturday morning at ten o'clock from the graveside in the County Line Baptist Church Cemetery north of Jenkinsburg in Butts County. The Rev. Franklin McWhirter officiated. Pittman-Rawls Funeral Home of Griffin was in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. McGough is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Albert C. Scott of Forest Park; a granddaughter, Miss Carole Scott of Carrollton; several nieces and nephews.
McGough, Margaret
  The Jackson Progress-Argus May 8, 1927
Miss Margaret McGough Passed Away In Atlanta
     The death of Miss Margaret McGough, 45 years of age, a former resident of Butts county, occurred at her home in Atlanta on Wednesday March 30. She was born and reared in Jenkinsburg, being a daughter of the late J. E. McGough, a well known Confederate soldier. She had been making her home in Atlanta for the past two or three years.
     She is survived by two sisters, Mrs. L. V. Collins, of Griffin and Mrs. W. H. Andrews, of Atlanta; two brothers, J. A. McGough, of Fort Sereven, Ga., and Will McGough, of East Point.
     The body was brought to Jenkinsburg Friday for funeral and interment. Miss McGough had a number of relatives and friends in Butts county who are sorry to learn of her passing.

McGough, Nancy McClure (Mary)
  Middle Georgia Argus January 29, 1889
     We regret to have to chronicle the death of Mrs. Mary McGough, which occurred at the home of her son-in-law, Judge Nelson in McDonough on last Thursday, She was 85 years old at the time of her death.
     
McGough, Ode Jewel McClendon
Jackson Progress Argus 18 May 1983
     Mrs. Ode Jewel McClendon McGough, 73, of Route 1, Locust Grove, died Friday night at Westbury Medical Care Home in Jenkinsburg.
     A native of Butts County, Mrs. McGough was the daughter of the late Grover McClendon and Mrs. Emma Pearl Davis McClendon. She was a member of County Line Baptist Church.
     Survivors include her husband, Cecil W. McGough of Locust Grove; brothers, David E. McClendon, Grover C. McClendon Jr., and Torn McClendon, all of Locust Grove; sister, Mrs. Grace Copeland of Route 1 Locust Grove; several nieces and nephews.
     Services were held Sunday at 3 p.m. in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with the Rev. C. G. Johnston officiating, Burial was in the County Line Baptist Church cemetery.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

McGough, William Thomas
Jackson Progress-Argus 11 Dec 1941
W. T. McGough, 71, Dies in Atlanta
     W. T. McGough, aged 71, residing at 895 west Washington avenue, East Point, died 8unday. He was a brother of Mrs. L. V. Collins of the Griffin Road.
     Funeral services were held at County Line church at 2 o'clock on Monday afternoon, with the Rev. G. A. Briggs officiating. Burial was in the churchyard.
     He is survived by his wife and two sons, G. D. and C. W. McGough; three daughters, Mrs. G. B. Collins, Mrs. J. T. Collett and Miss Brentha Mae McGough; a brother, J. G. McGough and two sisters, Mrs. W. H. Andrews And Mrs. L. V. Collins.

McGruder, Marty Leo
Jackson Progress Argus 29 Jul 1971
Negro Boy Drowns Below Dam Sunday
     A family outing turned into tragedy Sunday afternoon below the Lloyd Shoals Dam when a ten-year-old Negro boy, Marty Leo McGruder, of Box Factory Hill, presumably lost his footing while wading in a shallow pot hole below the dam and was drowned when his body was lodged by suction against a cement drain hole.
     Investigating officers from the Butts County Sheriff's Department state that Marty and his sister were wading and swimming in the three to four foot deep hole with the tragedy occurring about 3:45 p. m. Nearby fishermen and other would be rescuers worked frantically for two and one-half to three hours to free the body of the drowned youth from the terrific suction of the water. Swimmers and divers were able to secure a rope around the youth's body but despite the efforts of eight to ten men pulling on the rope they were unable to free the lodged victim. Sheriff Hugh Polk said the drain hole was made of cement with it being approximately 20 feet long and 1.2 to 14 inches wide. This drain is used to drain this pot hole into another. In some strange fashion the body of the youth was caught and trapped in the narrow opening of the drain hole, probably by a leg.
     After desperate hours of futile rescue attempts an employee of Lloyd Shoals Plant of the Georgia Power Company, Troy Howard Norsworthy, hit upon the idea of using a great number of rags to stop up the end of the pipe thereby releasing pressure on the boy's body. This was tried shortly after six o'clock with the result that the victim's body was able to be removed without any more difficulty.
     Marty was the son of Billy and Willie Mae McGruder. He and other members of the family were on an outing at the dam when the tragedy occurred.

McGuire, Bessie Williams
Jackson Progress-Argus 10 Apr 1936
Mrs. J. P. McGuire Passes in Newnan
     Many friends in Jackson and Butts county were pained to learn of the death of Mrs. J . P. McGuire, a former resident of Jackson, which occurred Sunday morning in Newnan. She submitted to an operation Wednesday and did not recover from the effects.
     Mrs. McGuire, the former Miss Bessie Williams of Locust Grove, was an active church worker while the family resided in Jackson. Her husband conducted a garage here for some time. Later the family moved to Newnan. She was a member of the Baptist church.
     She is survived by her husband and two children, J. P. McGuire, J r., and Miss Jane McGuire, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Williams, of Locust Grove, and two sisters.
     Funeral services were held in Newnan Monday afternoon.

McHan, B. N., Rev.
Jackson Progress-Argus, October 14, 1948.
Rev. B. N. McHan Taken by Death.
     Rev. B. N. McHan, 56, pastor for three years of the Jenkinsburg charge of the Griffin district Methodist church, died October 5 at his home in Carrollton where he had lived since becoming superannuated at the last conference. Death resulted from a hear attack.
     Native of Dalton, he was educated at Reinhardt College and Emory University and had been a member of the North Georgia Conference 23 years. While pastor of the Jenkinsburg charge Mr. McHan made many friends in Butts county who were sorry to know of his death. He served Methodist churches at Jenkinsburg, Stark, Worthville, Flovilla and Englands Chapel. During an active ministry he had served churches in Griffin, LaGrange, The Rock, Monroe, Dalton, Atlanta and West Point.
     Funeral services were held October 8 at the First Methodist church in Carrollton with Rev. W. M. Twiggs and Rev. J. W. Segars officiating. Burial was in the Carrollton cemetery.

McHanley, Hartwell
  Middle Georgia Argus May 26, 1885
Found Dead.
     On Saturday evening about one o'clock Sam Thaxton, col., while passing through the grove in the rear of the Jackson Academy, discovered a man lying on the ground dead. He immediately reported the news to parties in town, when an Argus reporter and others hastened to the spot and found it to be a fact. It was Hartwell McHanley, an old negro who for several years had been living on the premises of Dr. Mapp. He had gone into the grove and cut down a small sapling and while attempting to trim the limbs off, dropped dead. Coroner Thompson shortly afterwards happened to come into town and quickly summoned a jury and held a formal inquest over the lifeless body, who returned the following verdict:
We the jury sworn and empanelled to investigate the cause of the death of Hartwell McHaney, after a careful examination of the body by ourselves and Dr. S. H. Saunders, find that he came to his death from congestion of the lungs.
D. J. Thaxton, Foreman
J. B. Heard, G. R. Fretwell, Robt. Land, W. L. Carmichael, J. W. Chenney, C. G. Fennell, W. S. Tennant, W. P. Nut, J. W. Turke. W. H. Sutton.
          
McIntosh, Laura Haley
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Nov 1958
Florida Resident Buried at Elder Cemetery Nov. 19
     Graveside services for Mrs. Laura Haley McIntosh, 82, who died Saturday at Newport Richey, Fla., following a long illness were held Wednesday morning at 11 o'clock at the Elder family cemetery at Indian Springs with the Rev. Sidney L. Waterhouse officiating.
     Survivors, include three cousins from Butts county, Mrs. T. A. Nutt Sr., Jackson; Mrs. A. F. White, Flovilla; and Mr. J. E. Cornell Sr., Indian Springs.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of burial services.

McIntosh, Waldo Emerson (Dode)
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Sep 1991
     Chief Waldo Emerson Dode McIntosh, 98, of Tulsa, Okla., died on Aug. 28.
     A grave side service was held at Greenlawn Cemetery in Checotach, Okla. Chief McIntosh was born in Smith County, Tenn., on Feb. 26,1893. He was a descendant of the Highland Scottish McIntosh clan and Creek tribal chiefs, and the fourth member of his family to be a chief. He was the great-grandson of Chief William McIntosh, founder of the McIntosh House (now the Indian Spring Hotel) in Indian Springs.
     His family moved to the Checotah area (named for his family) in Indian Territory when he was eight years old, and that is when he met his future Wife, Lulu Vance. The two had piano lessons together. McIntosh and Vance were married in 1914 and they remained together until her death in 1986.
     The chief graduated from Checotah High School and later taught school there. He served three terms, as the Checotah city clerk, the Tulsa County assessor, treasurer, and tag agent. He held the county Democratic chairman position for eight years. In 1961 he was appointed chief of the Creek tribe, a position he held for 10 years. McIntosh was a deacon and elder at the Memorial Christian Church in Tulsa.
     The World War I veteran was inducted into the Tulsa County Historical Society's Hall of Fame in 1988, served two terms as president of the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes, and headed the Checotah Alumni Association. He was selected for the Western Heritage award for outstanding contribution to the betterment and understanding of the American Indian. He also headed the movement to make two parks national parks and was a member of the Honey Springs Battlefield Park Committee, on the board of the Oklahoma State Historical Society, and a member of the Amell-Sampson American Legion Post of Checotah.
     Survivors include his sons, Nocus McIntosh of Jay and Chinnubbi McIntosh of Tulsa; daughter, Willie Lee of Riverton, Wyo.; nine grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
     Fitzgerald Funeral Service Tulsa was in charge of arrangements.
 
McIntyre, Minnie Herod
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Feb 1985
     Mrs. McIntyre Minnie Herod McIntyre, 83, of Calhoun died Thursday night.
     Survivors include a daughter, Camilla Woodall of Jackson; brother, Jesse Herod of Chattanooga, Tenn.; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren.
     The funeral was held Saturday at 2 p.m, in Calhoun with burial in the Tate Cemetery.
     Max Brannan Funeral Home was In charge of arrangements.

McKay, Malcolm McNab
Jackson Progress-Argus 19 Oct 1934
Dr. McKay, a Former Jackson Pastor, Dead
Leading Figure in the Church and Educational, World Passed Away In Atlanta the Past Week.
     Butts county friends were grieved to learn of the death of Dr. Malcolm McNab McKay, 84 years of age, long prominent in the Presbyterian church in the South which occurred at his home in Atlanta October 10. Funeral services were held in Eufaula, Ala.
     Dr. McKay was born in Barbour county, Alabama, and reared in that section. After entering the ministry he served churches in Griffin, Fort Smith, Ark., Jackson and other places. He retired several, years ago and had been making his home in Atlanta. While a resident of Jackson Dr. McKay served the Jackson and Fellowship Prebysterian churches. He was a gentleman of the old school, a man of scholarly attainments and widely beloved for his character. He was a student of rare ability and a few years ago delivered the Memorial Day address in Jackson, making a speech for charm and originality that has not been surpassed on any similar occasion.
     Surviving Dr. McKay are his wife and three daughters, Miss Jessie McKay, Atlanta; Mrs. D. M. Greer, Bentonville, Ark.; Mrs. Charles Ramsey, of Nashville, Tenn.; one son, J. A. McKay, of Atlanta.

McKellar, Clyde E. Maddox
  The Jackson Progress-Argus May 9, 1924
Mrs. William McKellar Passed Away Saturday.
     Mr. and Mrs. Clifford E. Maddox have the sympathy of their friends in the death of their daughter, Mrs. William McKellar, which occurred on Saturday at noon in a sanitarium in Atlanta. Mrs. McKellar was formerly Miss Clyde Maddox, of Jackson.
     She is survived by her husband, her parents and several brothers and sisters.
     The body was carried to the home at Porterdale for funeral services, and interment was in the cemetery at Macedonia Monday.

McKenley, Mrs.
  Middle Georgia Argus June 2, 1885
     Mrs. McKenley, an old woman living with Mrs. Annie Heath in Towaliga district, died on Thursday.

McKibben, Mrs.
  The Jackson Argus June 10, 1898
Death of Mrs. McKibben.
     The Argus is indeed sorry to chronicle the death of Mrs. McKibben, of Henry county, mother of Mrs. McKibben of this city. Mrs. McKibben was nearing her 65th year and died from a complication of troubles she was unable to overcome on account of her advanced age. She was a good Christian lady, and a consistent member of the church. Having been in failing health for some time, though deeply mourned, her death was not altogether unexpected. Her remains were interred by the side of her husband and in the family burying ground, near the McKibben homestead in Henry county on Tuesday, and were followed to their last resting place by a large concourse of sorrowing friends.

McKibben, Aubrey A.
Jackson Progress Argus, April 19, 1945
A. A. McKibben Dies in Atlanta
     Funeral service for Aubrey A. McKibben Sr., who died in East Point Thursday night, were held Saturday at 2 p.m. at the chapel of Howard Carmichael, and burial was in Old Bethel cemetery.
     Mr. McKibben, former Butts county resident and related to widely known families here, had resided in Atlanta for several years.
     He is survived by his wife and three daughters, Misses Gwendolyn, Sarah and Ina McKibben; two sons, Aubrey A. Jr. and Billie McKibben; mother, Mrs. Georgia Curry McKibben; sister, Mrs. Ralph Coker, and brother, W. M. McKibben.

McKibben, Andrew J., Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 05 Dec 1979
McKibben Rites Held Sunday
     Funeral services for Mr. Andrew J. McKibben, Sr., of Locust Grove, were held Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock from Carmichael Chapel, with the Rev. Harry A. Shepherd officiating.
     Interment was in the Jenkinsburg cemetery under the direction of D. T. Carmichael & Son funeral home.
     Survivors include his wife,. Mrs. Azelle Capps McKibben; daughters, Mrs. Carol Barnes, Jackson, and Mrs. Miriam Spivey, Forest Park; sons, Andrew J. McKibben, Jr.; Dothan Ala. and William McKibben, Dell City, Okla.; 11 grandchildren, eight great grandchildren several nieces and nephews.
     Memorial gifts will be received by the Jenkinsburg Baptist Church.

McKibben, C. A.
  Butts County Progress June 6, 1913
Mr. C. A. McKibben Dies in Norcross, Ga.
     Friends were sorry to learn of the death of Mr. C. A. McKibben, which occurred at Norcross Tuesday afternoon. He formerly lived in McDonough and was treasurer of Henry county for many years. Mr. McKibben was well known in Butts county and several Jackson people attended the funeral, which was held in McDonough Wednesday afternoon.
          
McKibben, Carrie L. Newton
Jackson Progress Argus 21 Dec 1961
Mrs. McKibben Buried Tuesday At Jackson Rites
     Mrs. Carrie Newton McKibben, 101, one of Butts county's most widely beloved native citizens, died in an Atlanta nursing home early Monday morning. She was the widow of the late James H. McKibben and was Butts county's oldest white citizen.
     Born on January 25th, 1860, she was the daughter of Ezekiel Newton and Mrs. Nancy Webb Newton, esteemed and prominent residents of Butts county. She had lived in Jackson for a long number of years until moving sometime ago to College Park where she made her home with her daughter, Mrs. L. H. Hurt Sr. More recently, however, she had resided in an Atlanta nursing home. On her 100th birthday, almost two years ago, Mrs. McKibben was tendered a gala anniversary party by members of her family. Friends by the score remembered her with cards and gifts.
     She had often expressed the desire to live to be 100, and it must have been a source of satisfaction to Mrs. McKibben that she exceeded the century mark by more than one and three quarter years. She was a member of the First Baptist Church.
     Funeral services for Mrs. McKibben were held Tuesday afternoon at two o'clock from the First Baptist Church in Jackson with the Rev. Walter S. Adams officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. The body lay in state at the church 30 minutes before the funeral hour.
     Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. L. H. Hurt Sr., of College Park; and Mrs. Margaret Perry of Montgomery, Ala.; two sons, T. N. McKibben of Macon and L. P. McKibben Sr., of Griffin; 14 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, and nine great great-grandchildren.
      Pallbearers were T. H. McKibben, Malcolm Green, Cecil Adams, L. P. McKibben Jr., Levi Hurt Jr., Ronnie Adams.

McKibben, Claude
Jackson Progress Argus 04 Apr 1990
     Claude A. McKibben, 68, of Hogansville, founder of the Claude A. McKibben and Sons Funeral Home, was killed March 27 when his car was struck by a truck in Meriwether County.
     The funeral was held March 29 in the chapel of Claude A, McKibben and Sons Funeral Home in Hogansville, with the Rev. Philb McKinnon officiating. Burial was at Myrtle Hill Cemetery in Hogansville.
     Mr. McKibben was born in Butts County, the son of the late Grover C. McKibben and Ethel Hill McKibben. He graduated from the Gupton-Jones College of Mortuary Science.
     He had been a licensed funeral director and embalmer for 47 years. He was a past president of the Georgia State Board of Funeral Service, and was in his second term as a member of the board.
     Mr. McKibben was an.elder at Ebenezer Presbyterian Church, a former president of the Hogansville Chamber of Commerce, and former member of the Hogansville Development Authority. He served three terms on the board of trustees of West Georgia Medical Center in LaGrange.
     An Army veteran of World War II, Mr. McKibben was a member of the Georgia and the National Funeral Directors associations, and the Academy of Graduate Embalmers of Georgia.
     Survivors include his wife, Sara Compton McKibben; sons, Claude A. McKibben Jr. and John C. McKibben of Hogansville; brother, Grover C. McKibben Jr. of Jackson; and four grandchildren.
     Claude A. McKibben and Sons Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
     
McKibben, Claude Alexander
Jackson Progress Argus 10 Feb 1938
Claude McKibben Dies In Columbus
     Relatives and friends in this section were sorry to hear of the death, Claude A. McKibben, former well known Butts county citizen, which occurred at his home in Columbus on February 3. Death resulted after a lingering illness
     Mr. McKibben was a son of the late Thomas A. McKibben and Lucy Emeline Foster McKibben, pioneer Butts county residents, and was born November19, 1874. He was a member of the Presbyterian church and had an active and successful business career. His first business connection was with the Bibb Manufacturing Company at Porterdale, and later he moved to Atlanta where he was connected with leading business firms. Upon removal to Columbus he became secretary and treasurer of the Perkins Hosiery Mill Company. Owing to ill health he retired from active service in 1933.
     Mr. McKibben was a man of genial disposition, keen mind, prodigious energy and unflagging zeal. His sense of duty was unswerving. He was widely known over the state and hosts of friends were saddened at his death.
     On December 23, 1903, he was united in marriage to Miss Florrie Lee, of Covington, formerly of Jackson, by whom he is survived. Other surviving relatives are a daughter, Mrs. Henry H. Wilson, Jr. one granddaughter, Miss Florrie Jean Smith; four brothers, Colquitt McKibben, of Coolidge, Ga.; Alfred L. McKibben, Pavo; Troy McKibben, Corpus Christi, Texas, and Grover C. McKibben, Jackson.
     Funeral services were held in Columbus, Friday and interment took place in Covington.

McKibben, Effie Jane Fletcher
  Butts County Progress December 19, 1913
Mrs. E. J. McKibben Has Passed Away
     Causing sincere regret to hundreds of friends over the state was the announcement of the death of Mrs. E. J. McKibben, which occurred Sunday at a private sanitarium in Atlanta. The end followed a long period of ill health and was not wholly unexpected. A few days ago Mrs. McKibben was taken to Atlanta for treatment but the malady failed to respond to the most skillful medical attention.
     Mrs. McKibben was one of the best known and highly esteemed women in Butts county. She was a member of one of the oldest and most prominent families in this section and was 58 years of age. The widow of the late M. V. McKibben, she was before her marriage Miss Janie Fletcher. She was quite wealthy, owing valuable city and farm property, her residence in Jackson being among the most beautiful homes in the city.
     Mrs. Andrew Lane of Macon survives her. Two sisters, Mrs. Weems of Jonesboro and Mrs. W. D. Compton; two brothers, Messrs. J. W. and J. T. Fletcher, and several nieces and nephews are among the surviving relatives.
     The funeral took place from the Jackson Baptist church Tuesday morning at 11 o'clock. The services were conducted by Rev. James Bradley of the Presbyterian church, of which she was a member, assisted by Dr. Robert VanDeventer. Interment was in the City Cemetery.
     The pallbearers were Messrs. G. E. mallet, C. M. Compton, A. T. Buttrill, R. J. Carmichael, C. T. Beauchamp, S. J. Foster.
     The family have the sympathy of their hosts of friends in their bereavement.
  Butts County Progress January 9, 1914
Will Of Mrs. E. J. McKibben Filed For Probate
     The will of the late Mrs. E. J. McKibben was offered for probate in solemn form in the court of Ordinary Monday. The instrument was signed on November 21, 1912 and was witnessed by Messrs. A. Homer Carmichael, C. M. Compton, and J. S. Foster.
     Mr. J. T. Fletcher is named as executor, without bond.
To Andrew Kane, her grandson, she bequeathed her dwelling in the city of Jackson and all of the property on the south side of Third street, except three houses, together with everything in the house, chickens, cows, horses, etc; also 130 acres of land in the 612 district.
To McKibben Lane, another grandson, she willed a lot on the north side of Third street and a brick store, formerly used as a law office by Col. M. V. McKibben, on the north side of the public square.
To Andrew Wade Lane and Van McKibben Lane, mentioned above, were bequeathed $20,000 each, in cash.
To Louis Lane, another grandson, she bequeathed a house and lot on Third street adjoining the residence of J. T. Fletcher.
Mary Lane and Margaret Lane, granddaughters, were left $25 each.
Harry Lane, another grandson, she willed 199 acres of land located in Jenkinsburg.
Mrs. Hattie McKibben Lane, her daughter, was bequeathed her jewelry, etc.
The house in which he resides was the legacy left to her brother, Mr. J. T. Fletcher.
H. M. Fletcher, Jr. the son of J. T. Fletcher, was bequeathed the house in which Mr. G. W. Gilmore resides.
A tract of land consisting of 613 acres located in Jenkinsburg was left intact, the rents, under the direction of Mr. J. T. Fletcher, to go to Andrew and McKibben Lane, her grandsons, until such time as they deem it proper to sell the land.
     The value of the estate, which is considerable, is not known, no appraisement having yet been done.

McKibben, Emma
  Middle Georgia Argus July 14, 1883
     Mrs. Emma McKibben, wife of Mr. Joshua McKibben, of Henry County, died at her home near Locust Grove on Sunday the 8th inst. Her remains were interred at Beersheba church. The bereaved family have our sympathy.

McKibben, Ethel Hill
Jackson Progress Argus 06 Jun 1974
Mrs. McKibben Buried At Fellowship
     Mrs. Grover C. McKibben, Sr., 85, of Butts County, widely known Middle Georgia educator, died Sunday in the Griffin-Spalding County Hospital.
     A native of Ninety Six, South Carolina, she was the former Miss Ethel Hill, daughter of the late Mr. Benjamin Hill and Mrs. Jennie Lipscomb Hill. She had made her home in the Jackson-Griffin area for 62 years and was a member of the Fellowship Presbyterian Church in Butts County. She was the widow of Grover McKibben, Sr.
     Mrs. McKibben received her education in the Irwinton School and University of Georgia. She taught school in Butts and Spalding County for 32 years and at the time of her retirement, she had taught at the Highland School in Griffin for 14 years.
     Funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon at four o'clock from the chapel of Pittman-Rawls Funeral Home with the Rev. James Doom officiating. Burial was in Fellowship Presbyterian Church Cemetery.
     Mrs. McKibben is survived by two sons, Grover C. McKibben, Jr. of Jackson and Claude A. McKibben of Hogansville; four grandchildren, Mrs. Danny Blue and Don McKibben, both of Jackson, and Claude A. McKibben, Jr. and John McKibben, both of Hogansville; two great-grandchildren.

McKibben, Fayette
  Middle Georgia Argus February 23, 1886
Obituary.
Dear Argus. This year has been remarkable. The Nation has been called to mourn the loss of one of her leaders, the secretary of state mourns the loss of a darling daughter, Bill Arp have had a sick son, and the subject of this writing is the lamented Fayette McKibben. He died almost as the new year began this eventful 1886. He was born and raised in our county and is well known to almost the entire people. His boyhood days were spent on a farm near Jackson. With your people he had many friends, was universally liked by all who ever knew him. His kindness is known by those who knew him best. Arriving at manhood he grew tired of the monotony of a good quiet country home, and went to Griffin. Being there a short time the citizens gave him the position with the chief of police, which place he filled with much credit; It was there one with the noble young Soldiers marching to the beat of the drum to the Confederate cemetery to give honor to the gallant dead, he seemed happiest dead. As he gave honors to those that fell in the noble cause he looked as though he would have marched if needs be with those dead heroes to the grave.
     God saw best to end his days at his home where he had lived for two years, on the Towaliga river, which was the home place of his grandfather years ago. He was sick only one week with pneumonia fever in the 28th year of his age. He made many friends since his short stay among us and they all join me in expressing sorrow at his early death. Peace to his soul, in the care of Him that doeth all things well. We hope and believe that his soul is with the blest, though he never was called a christian. We know not but what he said on the Sabbath before his death while at church at Union "Lord have mercy on me a sinner." We feel comforted to know that on one occasion our Savior said to one that was worse than Fayette, "Today shalt thou be with me in paradise."
Though the, cruel river is over,
Tender eyes dim with tears, For a father, mother or brother,
Misses from out the passing year,
As we lay the sweet passing flower,
O'er each quiet lowly bed,
Think of the dear one sleeping
Numbered with the noble dead.
It is when the youth has reached the prime
Of manhood years, and looked around
On well known forms and faithful friends,
Familiar faces that surrounds
When the heart feels it love is nigh
Oh! Say is that the time to die?
A Friend.

McKibben, Genevieve
Jackson Progress Argus 21 Apr 1933
Genevieve Mckibben, Aged 8, Is Called by Reaper
     Friends of Prof. and Mrs. G. C. McKibben, of Griffin, sympathise with them in the death of their eight year-old daughter, Genevieve, which occurred at 5 o'clock Friday afternoon. The little girl, who was a bright and attractive member of the second grade in the Third Ward school, had been ill for several months. Funeral services ware held at Fellowship church Saturday afternoon at 4 o'clock, with Rev. Paul Watson, pastor of the Griffin. Presbyterian church, officiating. Interment was in the churchyard.
     The little girl is survived by her parents and two brothers, Claud and Grover C. McKibben, Jr.; her grandmothers, Mrs. Lucy McKibben, of Jackson, and Mrs. Jennie Hill, of Irwinton.

McKibben, Georgia Retta Curry
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Jan 1957
Mrs. McKibben Is Buried Wednesday At Old Bethel
     Funeral services for Mrs. Georgia Curry McKibben, 83, were held Wednesday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock from Old Bethel Primitive Baptist Church with the Rev. Don Welch and Elder Kelly officiating. Interment was in the Old Bethel Cemetery under the direction of Haisten Funeral Home.
     Mrs. McKibben, widow of the late J. J. McKibben, died Tuesday morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. R. G. Coker, after an illness of several months.
     A native of Butts county, she had spent most of her life in the Old Bethel community. She was a member of the Cedar Rock Congregational Methodist Church.
     Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. R. G. Coker; two sisters, Mrs. C. W. Bryan and Mrs. Willie Gray, all of Jackson; 11 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were Aubrey McKibben Jr., George W. McKibben, Joseph H. Mangrum, Charles Coker, Bobby McKibben and J. L. Jones.

McKibben, Grover Cleveland
Jackson Progress Argus 05 Jul 1973
G. C. McKibben, Educator, Died June 26
     Mr. Grover C. McKibben, Sr., 88, one of Middle Georgia's most widely known educators, died late Tuesday afternoon, June 26th, at the Living Center of Griffin following an illness of several months and a longer period of declining health.
     Mr. McKibben was born in Butts County on ,July 4, 1884, son of the late Mr. Thomas Alexander McKibben and the late Mrs. Lucy Fuller McKibben.
     Mr. McKibben received his early education in the Butts County Schools, attended North Georgia College from which he graduated in the class of 1904. He later attended the University of Georgia after which he began a teaching career in the Spalding County School System that extended over 45 years.
     At the time of his retirement in 1951 he had been principal of the Highland School for 24 years.
     Mr. McKibben was a pillar of the Fellowship Presbyterian Church of which he was a member for 76 years. He served as an Elder for 40 years and afforded a high degree of leadership to this, rural Presbyterian church.
    Funeral services were conducted Thursday afternoon at four o'clock from the chapel of Pittman Rawls Funeral Home with the Rev. David Black, pastor of the Jackson and Fellowship Presbyterian Churches, officiating.
     Burial was in the Fellowship Presbyterian Church Cemetery w here six generations of his family are buried. Pittman Rawls Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

McKibben, Ivy
Jackson Progress Argus 06 Aug 1980
McKibben Rites Held Saturday
     Funeral services for infant Ivy McKibben of Rt 1, Jenkinsburg, were held Saturday August 2nd, at 1 o'clock from the graveside at Shiloh Baptist Church cemetery. Rev. Grady Head officiated.
     Infant McKibbin died August 1st at the Griffin Hospital.
     She is survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Willie McKibben.
     Trimier and Lewis Sims were in charge of arrangements.
     
McKibben, J. W. O., Rev.
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Nov 1961
Rev. McKibben, Native of Butts, Died in Atlanta
     Rev. J. W. O. McKibben, 75, native of Butts County and one of North Georgia's leading Methodist ministers, died at Emory University Hospital Wednesday night, November 15th, after a two week's illness. .
     Mr. McKibben was the son of J. Dolphus McKibben and Mrs. Hattie Farnsworth McKibben. He began preaching in 1911 and was graduated later from Young Harris College, Emory at Oxford, and Emory University.
     He was pastor of churches in Newton County, Atlanta, Decatur, Elberton and Athens. He was superintendent of the Rome, Augusta and West Atlanta Methodist Districts.
     Funeral services were held at the First Methodist Church in Decatur, Friday morning at 11 o'clock with Bishop Arthur J. Moore assisting in the rites.
     Survivors include his widow, the former Lena Anthony; three sisters, and a brother, the Rev. C. R. McKibben of Folkston.

McKibben, James Harkness
Jackson Progress Argus 30 Sep 1932
Mr. James H. Mckibben Passed Away Saturday
Leading Business Man and Farmer Died at Home Here Saturday after a Long Illness. Funeral Sunday
     In the death of Mr. James Harkness McKibben, which occurred at his home here Saturday morning at 9:15, Butts county loses one of its best known business men and most respected citizens. Death came after a long illness and did not occasion surprise, but caused sincere regret to hosts of friends.
     Mr. McKibben was born December 6, 1855 and was in his 77th year. He was a son of the late Mr. Samuel McKibben and his wife, Mrs. Mary Ann Harkness McKibben, esteemed residents of the county. He had spent a long and active career in Butts county and was esteemed for his many fine qualities of character. He was formerly one of Jackson's leading businessmen, being interested in several enterprises. Mr. McKibben formerly conducted a livestock business and was a dealer in buggies, wagons and accessories. He was one of the organizers of the Empire Buggy Company, large wholesale concern of the pre-automobile era. He was also interested in banking and served the city of Jackson most capably as an alderman for many years. He was one of the most successful farmers Butts county ever produced and retained his interest in agriculture until the last.
     Mr. McKibben was a constructive type of citizen, always manifesting interest in every movement for the upbuilding of the community. He was a man of boundless energy and threw his enterprise into every movement with which he was connected. He had been a loyal member of the Jackson Baptist church for many years and was one of its leading supporters, financially, morally and spiritually. He possessed friends by the score and was a kind and indulgent husband and father.
     He is survived by his wife, formerly Miss Carrie Newton; three daughters, Mrs. S. P. Nichols, of St. Petersburg, Fla.; Mrs. L. H. Hurt, of Jackson; Mrs. T. J. Whatley, Jr., of Dothan, Ala.; two sons, Mr. Thomas N. McKibben, of Macon, and Mr. L. P. McKibben, of Jackson. Another child, Mrs. Dollie McKibben Akin, passed away several years ago. He is also survived by fourteen grandchildren, Mrs. Lucy Evelyn Muckenfuss, Columbia, S. C.; Jas. H. Nichols, Miss Elizabeth Nichols and Sam Nichols, Jr., St. Petersburg, Fla.; Misses Frances McKibben, Carolyn McKibben, Mary McKibben, L. P. McKibben, Jr., Miss Margaret Hurt and Levi Hurt, Jr., of Jackson; Miss Dorothy Akin and James Akin, of College Park, and T. J. Whatley, III, Dothan, Ala. He is survived by two great-grandchildren, Margaret Louise Muckenfuss, of Columbia, S. C. and James H. Nichols, Jr., St. Petersburg, Fla.
     Funeral services were held at the First Baptist church Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock, with Rev. T. M. Callaway, pastor, and Rev. W. S. Adams, of Madison, a former pastor, in charge. Many relatives and friends attended and the casket was banked with beautiful floral offerings. Both the ministers paid tribute to Mr. McKibben's life and character. The pallbearers were Messrs. H. L. Allen, Paul Tyler, R. P. Newton, J. C. Kimbell, W. B. Thompson, D. W. Ham. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery.

McKibben, Jesse J.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus December 10, 1926
Mr. J. J. McKibben Summoned By Death.
     The death of Mr. J. J. McKibben, aged about 60, took place at his home a few miles from Jackson at 8:30 Wednesday morning. He suffered from high blood pressure, it was said. Many friends over the county regret to know of his passing.
     Mr. McKibben was a member of Cedar Rock church. He is survived by his widow, who was Mrs. Georgia Curry before marriage; two sons, Aubrey, Atlanta, Ward, Butts county; one daughter, Mrs. Willie Coker, Butts county; three brothers, Will, Henry Co, Allie and Rodney McKibben, Atlanta; two sisters, Mrs. Delia Sandifer, Atlanta, Mrs. Ava Sandifer, Locust Grove.
     Funeral services were to be held at Old Bethel church Thursday afternoon at 2:30, with Rev. L. L. Burch conducting the services. Interment will be in the cemetery of Old Bethel.
McKibben, John
  The Jackson Argus October 25, 1894
     Mr. John McKibben died of consumption on Monday morning, and was buried at New Hope on Tuesday. He expressed himself as willing this issue of eternity.

The Jackson Argus October 25, 1894
     Our community is very much grieved over the death of our beloved friend, Mr. John McKibben.

McKibben, John
  The Jackson Argus April 5, 1895
Mr. John McKibben Dead.
     On Monday morning Mr. J. F. McKibben received a telegram from McDonough that his father was growing rapidly worse. He hurried to his bedside, and was there when the good old man died at 5 o'clock in the evening.
     Mr. John McKibben was a citizen of Henry county, and was as instrumental in making old Tussahaw district of the county, as any other living man. Tussahaw, though not pretty in orthography, is full of poetry and sweet recollections to any one who lived among its hospitable and chivalrous people, and Mr. John McKibben was the "noblest Roman of them all. But he has fallen." " What a fall was there, my countrymen!" The writer was a neighbor for years, and has many times been the recipient of his unsophisticated and known generosity. He never had anything too good for a neighbor, and his very life seemed pledged to the security of the dependent ones in his settlement. No man ever thought of buying a tool, either agricultural or mechanical, that Uncle John had, for he knew he could borrow it. He leaves a wife and two noble sons, S. L., of McDonough and Frank, of our town, and many other relatives and friends to mourn his loss. We, in common with all our people, sympathize with the bereaved ones.

McKibben, John F.
  Middle Georgia Argus April 15, 1892
     Mr. John McKibben, brother of Col, M. V. McKibben, died at the home of his sister, Mrs. Foster, near Towaliga on Tuesday night and was laid to rest at Fellowship cemetery on Wednesday, Rev. M. F. Duncan officiating. He was forty-nine years old and not married.

McKibben, John Frank
  The Jackson Argus March 31, 1899
Frank McKibben Suicides.
Milledgeville, Ga., March 28.
     Mr. J. F. McKibben, a patient at the sanitarium of Dr. H. D. Allen, about forty-two miles from the city, committed suicide yesterday about 11 o'clock by hanging himself in a small cabin about one-half or three quarters of a mile from the sanitarium. He had for some time past been under the care of a special attendant, but being considered much better, and at the request of relatives the attendant was dismissed yesterday. He ate a very hearty breakfast and soon after left for a stroll in the pretty grove near by. Some time near 12 o'clock he was found dead in a small unoccupied cabin, having hanged himself with a small cord that had probably been a bridle rein. It seemed that he had tied the cord to the rafter and then thrust a stick through a crack in the cabin; then got upon the stick and jumped off.
     There was a note in pencil pinned to the lapel of his coat stating that he wished to be buried just as he was found; that is, in the same clothes he had on, and did not want to be shaved or anything of that sort; just to bury him as they found him. He was tired of living in his present condition, as he despaired of recovery. He said God bless and care for his wife and child and thanked his brother for his kindness to him, and said his was a sad ending to what was once a bright and happy life. He thanked his special attendant, Mr. Jones, and requested that he take his body to McDonough, Ga.
     Coroner Scott, summoned a jury and a verdict was rendered according to the above facts.
     The above is the account of the unfortunate tragedy as sent out from Milledgeville last Monday.
     The deceased was for many years the furniture dealer in Jackson and was a very popular young man. For several months past he had been in bad health and his mind was very perceptibly affected.
     About ten years ago he was married to Miss Dixie Jones and the immediate family now consists of the wife and three children, to whom all our people extend tenderest sympathies.

McKibben, L. P. Jr., Mrs.
Jackson Progress Argus 21 Jun 1956
Mrs. L. P. Mckibben Jr. of McDonough Dies Tuesday
     Butts county friends of Mr. and Mrs. L. P. McKibben, of McDonough, regret to learn of the death of Mrs. McKibben in an Atlanta hospital Tuesday following a brief illness.
     Funeral services were held at 4 p. m. Wednesday at the D. T. Carmichael Funeral Home. Burial was in the McDonough cemetery.
     Survivors include her husband; a son, William; two daughters, Kathi and Candy McKibben; and parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Pullin, all of McDonough.

McKibben, Levi Pitts
Jackson Progress-Argus Aug 5 1965
L. P. McKibben Dies in Griffin
     Funeral services for Mrs. L. P. McKibben Sr., 78, of Griffin, will be conducted Thursday morning, August 5th, at Haisten's Chapel in Griffin at 11 o'clock.
     Mr. McKibben, a prominent native of Butts County, died early Wednesday morning at the Griffin Spalding County Hospital. He had been a patient there for a week.
     Survivors include his wife, Mr. Velma Gualding McKibben; two daughters, Mrs. Homer L. Allen, Bainbridge, and Mrs. John R. Lindsey II of Griffin; one son, L. P. McKibben Jr., McDonough; two sisters, Mrs. L. H. Hurt Sr., Jackson, and Mrs. E. A. Perry of Fort Myers, Fla.; a brother, T. N. McKibben, Macon.

Jackson Progress Argus 12 Aug 1965
Rites Thursday In Griffin For Mr. McKibben Sr.
     Funeral services were held Thursday morning, August 5, at Haisten's Chapel in Griffin for Mr. L. P. McKibben Sr., 78, of Griffin, who died last Wednesday morning at the Griffin-Spalding County Hospital where he had been a patient for a week.
     Mr. McKibben, a native of Butts County, was the son of the late James Harkness McKibben and Mrs. Carrie Newton McKibben.
     A retired banker and former Chevrolet dealer, Mr. McKibben has lived in Griffin for ten years and was an elder in Friendship Presbyterian Church in Pike County. He was a Mason and a Shriner.
     Rev. C. Edward Davis and the Rev. Bob Newland officiated at the funeral service with interment in Oak Hill Cemetery in Griffin.
     Mr. McKibben is survived by his wife, Mrs. Velma Gaulding McKibben; one son, L. P. McKibben Jr., of McDonough; two daughters, Mrs. Homer L. Allen of Bainbridge and Mrs. John R. Lindsey II of Griffin; two sisters, Mrs. L. H. Hurt Sr. of Jackson and Mrs. E. A. Perry of Fort Myers, Fla.; one brothers, T. N. McKibben of Macon; eight grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
     Pallbearers, all nephews, were A. C. Adams II, Malcolm Green, J. H. McKibben, Levi Hurt Jr., Quincy Adams, and A. C. Adams III.
     
McKibben, Lucian Grover
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Oct 1958
L. G. McKibben Buried Friday At Forest Park
     Funeral services for Mr. Lucian Grover McKibben, 73, Rt. 1, Jackson, widely know Butts county farmer, were held Friday morning, October 17, at 11 o'clock at Haisten's Chapel in Jackson with the Rev. T. J. Thaxton officiating. Interment was in Forest` Grove Cemetery, Forest Park, Friday afternoon at 2:30.
     Mr. McKibben died Wednesday, Oct. 15 at his home near Jackson, apparently the victim of a second stroke. Only a short time ago, he had been the victim of a stroke, but had recovered sufficiently to be up and out again.
     Born in Newton county, Mr. McKibben was the son of Lucian McKibben and Mrs. Patrilla Lummus McKibben. Both deceased. He had lived in Butts county many years where as an industrious and successful farmer he was well and favorably known.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Kate Roshell Bartlett McKibben; two sisters, Mrs. Oerlene Bagwell, Pilza, S. C.; Mrs. Ocie Bryant, Birmingham.

McKibben, Lucy Emeline Fuller
Jackson Progress-Argus 4 Dec 1936
Death of Mrs. Lucy McKibben at Age 93
     Friends and relatives were pained to learn of the death of Mrs. Lucy McKibben, 93 years of age, which occurred Monday afternoon at her home in the western part of the county. She was one of the county's oldest and most beloved women and the oldest member of Fellowship Presbyterian church. She was the widow of Mr. Thomas McKibben.
     Mrs. McKibben was connected with families prominent in the upbuilding of this section and was a daughter of George Fuller and Jennie Seagraves Fuller. She had spent all her life in Butts county and was admired for her fine qualities of character.
     Funeral services were held at Fellowship church Wednesday afternoon with her pastor, Rev. E. L. Daniel, officiating. Interment was in the family lot. Officers of the church acted as pallbearers.
     Mrs. McKibben is survived by five sons, C. A. McKibben, of Columbus; T. C. and A. L. McKibben, of Thomasville; T. E. McKibben, of Corpus Christi, Texas, and Prof. G. C. McKibben, of Jackson; one daughter,, Mrs. C. B. Johnson, of McMinnville, Tenn.; one sister, Mrs. Dora Goddard, of Jackson.

McKibben, Marie Frances Thornton
Jackson Progress-Argus, November 3, 1949.
Mrs. McKibben Buried Here Monday Afternoon.
     Jackson friends regretted to learn of the death of Mrs. Marie Thornton McKibben Saturday night, October 29. Mrs. McKibben, 60, had been in ill health for a number of years and her death was not wholly unexpected. Mrs. McKibben was a woman of many fine traits of character and had many warm friends. She was a charter member of the William McIntosh Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, the Larkin D. Watson Chapter, United Daughters of the Confederacy, and held membership in the First Baptist church of Jackson. She always took an active interest in all affairs of a civic or cultural nature. She was the oldest daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Jim Thornton, well known residents of Jackson for a long number of years.
     Mrs. McKibben is survived by two daughters, Mrs. H. L. Allen Jr. of Cairo, and Mrs. John Lindsay of Griffin; one son, L. P. McKibben Jr. of McDonough; three sisters, Mrs. W. D. Lloyd of Tallapoosa; Mrs. Dean Strickland of Houston, Texas; Mrs. John Duncan of Quitman; three brothers, Hughlen Thornton of Knoxville, Tenn.; Reuben Thornton of Macon; Jim Thornton of Shreveport, La.; six grandchildren.
     Funeral services were held at Carmichael Funeral Home on McDonough at 2 o'clock Monday afternoon with Rev. Gaither A. Briggs, pastor of the Jackson Baptist church, in charge. Burial was in the family lot in the Jackson cemetery.

McKibben, Martin Van Buren
  Macon Telegraph September 7, 1897
Mrs. A. W. Lane's Father Died at Jackson Yesterday
     Mr. Andrew W. Lane left yesterday in answer to a telegram announcing the death of his father-in-law, Col. M. V. McKibben, of Jackson, who died yesterday morning at 9:40 o'clock, after an illness of several months.
     Col. McKIbben was well known and very popular in Macon and often visited here, having a large practice in the United States court. The new of his death yesterday was received with much sincere regret.
     Col. McKibben was 57 years of age and a native of Butts county, where he spent all his life in the love and esteem of the people of that and adjoining counties, nearly all of whom he knew personally and with whom he had much influence. Col. McKibben was a brave and dashing Confederate soldier and came out of the army with the rank of captain and a glorious record. As a lawyer he was among the leading men of the profession in the state and as a politician his record was clean and his influence widespread. He leaves two children, Mrs. Lane and a son.

The Jackson Argus March 25, 1898
In Memoriam.
St. John's Lodge, No. 45, F. & A. M.
To the Worshipful Master, Wardens and Brothers:
     In the mysterious dispensation of God's providence's, a brother has been summoned to the veiled beyond.
     Brother M. V. McKibben has gone, no more will we clasp his hand here, no more will we see his smiling face or feel the warm, generous, impulses of his noble heart when in touch with him as in the past. This thought makes us sad because in the daily walks of life we miss him, inside the tiled doors we feel his loss.
     It is truthfully said of him so sweetly remembered that he was an ardent, zealous and jealous lover of Masonry. He was constant in his attendance and no one of us but recall the tears which ever flowed when he addressed himself to the principles of the order t us hope that his work ended here, he has received the "Win speech or song. He, after all, was but human, and his few faults we bury with the past and love his memory as the Mason and noble man he was. In his early manhood and middle life he was devoted to his church and every good and charitable work and even to his last days of consciousness on earth he held such in due veneration. As a soldier, lawyer and citizen he claimed the admiration and love of all. With the courage of his convictions, generous to a fault he passed through this life. Let us hope that his work ended here, he has received the "White Stone with a New Name."
     Resolved that the above expresses the sentiments of this lodge, and that the lodge has sustained such a loss as causes it to grieve in silence.
     Resolved further that these resolutions be published and spread upon the minutes of this lodge and a blank page therein be inscribed to his memory and that a copy be furnished the family of the brother.
Y. A. Wright, Chairman; J. H. McCallum; H. C. Thaxton. Committee.

A Big Estate
Col. M. V. McKibben's Estate Is Above $100,000.
     The appraisers appointed to value Col. M. V. McKibben's estate have completed their investigation; but have not yet filed their report with the Ordinary.
     According to the appraisement the gilt-edge notes of said estate total up to $60,000 and $70,000, and the entire estate above all indebtedness, will reach $115,000 or more.
     Mr. McKibben left a very plain, common-sense will. He elects that his estate be equally divided between his two children and Mrs. McKibben, but specifies that a four thousand dollar advancement made to Mrs. Lane shall be accounted for. By the terms of his will, he leaves $2,000 for the completion of Van's education, but this amount is not to go to Van unless he uses it for educational purposes. He also leaves his fine law library to his son, provided he becomes a lawyer, but in case he does not study law, then the library goes back to the estate.
     He denominates R. M. Fletcher and D. J. Spencer as executors, and A. W. Lane as attorney for same, and expressly provides that no bond shall be required of them for the management of his estate.
     Levi J. Ball is named as testamentary guardian for Van.
     It is a common-sense will, and one which shows that Col. McKibben was a thoroughly practical man, and a thoroughly fair man.
 
McKibben, Mary Ann Harkness
  Butts County Progress September 25, 1914
Mrs. M. A. McKibben Passes To Beyond
End Came Sunday After Long Illness
Had Reached Ripe Age
Death of this prominent woman was a blow to family and friends
Funeral held Monday
     After an illness of several weeks, Mrs. Mary Ann McKibben passed away at the home of her son, Mr. J. H. McKibben, Sunday afternoon at 1 o'clock. The end was not unexpected, as she had been critically ill for several days. Old age and a general breakdown are given as the cause of death.
     Mrs. McKibben was one of the county's best known and highly respected women. The widow of the late Sam McKibben, she belonged to one of the oldest families in the county. Before her marriage she was a Miss Harkness, the daughter of James Harkness, one of the most prominent men of his generation in Butts county.
     At the time of her death Mrs. McKibben was 77 years of age. She had long been a member of the Baptist church and was a regular attendant until her health failed. For some years past she had made her home at the Buchanan Hotel.
     Surviving Mrs. McKibben are one son, Mr. J. H. McKibben, who is an alderman of the city of Jackson[ one sister, Mrs. R. E. Carmichael, of this city, seven grandchildren, Messrs. S. H. Thornton, L. P. McKibben, of this city, T. N. McKibben, of Eatonton, Mrs. S. P. Nichols, Misses Carrie Jim and Margaret McKibben, Jackson, and Mrs. L. R. Akin, Macon; several great-grandchildren, including Dorothy Akin, Mary Frances McKibben, Carolyn McKibben, Lucy Evelyn, Elizabeth and James Harkness Nichols, Wylene and Lennis Thornton.
     The funeral took place at 10:30 from the residence of Mr. J. H. McKibben on West Third street. Dr. Robert VanDeventer conducted the services. Interment was in the City Cemetery. Numerous and beautiful floral offerings attested to the esteem in which she was held.

McKibben, Nancy, Mrs.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus October 24, 1919
Mrs. Nancy McKibben Claimed by Death.
     As a result of a stroke of paralysis suffered Sunday night, Mrs. Nancy McKibben, 60 years of age, died at her home near Jackson at 9:30 o'clock Tuesday night.
     Mrs. McKibben was a highly esteemed and most estimable woman and her passing is a source of regret to a wide circle of friends. Her many fine traits of character endeared her to all those with whom she came in contact.
     She is survived by five sons, Messrs. W. F. McKibben, Henry county; J. J. McKibben, Jackson; W. R., J. A., and H. L. McKibben, Atlanta; two daughters, Mrs. Ava Sandifer, Henry county, and Mrs. Della Sandifer, Butts county; two brothers, Messrs. E. C. Cawthon, of Jackson, and J. M. Cawthon, of Atlanta; one sister, Mrs. Sallie Thurman, of Atlanta, all of whom have the sympathy of many friends in their bereavement.
     The funeral was held at Locust Grove Thursday morning at 11 o'clock, and interment was made in the Locust Grove cemetery.

McKibben, Petella James
Jackson Progress-Argus, November 18, 1948.
Mother of Jackson Man Died Thursday.
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. L. G. McKibben of Jackson sympathize with them in the death of Mr. McKibben's mother, Mrs. Petella James McKibben, 86 years of age, which occurred November 11 at Strickland Memorial Hospital after a short illness.
     Funeral services were held Friday at 3 p.m. at Haisten's Chapel with Rev. Hugh Holland, Rev. V. L. Bray, and Rev. Hoyt McGhee officiating. Burial was in Oak Hill cemetery.
     Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. D. R. Bagwell of Pelzer, S. C., and Mrs. O. J. Bravant of Birmingham. Ala.; three sons, L. G. McKibben of Jackson; H. G. McKibben of Birmingham and J. W. McKibben of Columbus; four grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren.

McKibben, Rochell Bartlett
Jackson Progress Argus 07Aug 1969
Mrs. McKibben Buried Monday At Forest Park
     Mrs. Grover McKibben, 85, of Route 1, Jackson, died at Sylvan Grove Hospital Sunday morning after an extended illness. She had been at Westbury Medical Care Home at Jenkinsburg for many months.
     Born Miss Rochell Bartlett in Fayette County, she was the daughter of the late Mr. Robert T. Bartlett and Mrs. Elizabeth Kirkland Bartlett.
     Funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon, August 4, at three o'clock from the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with the Rev. T. J. Thaxton, officiating. Interment was in Forest Grove Cemetery at Forest Park with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. McKibben is survived by two sisters, Mrs. P. W. Simpson of Atlanta and Mrs. Allen Gulledge of Miami, Fla.: two brothers, L. H. Bartlett of College Park and Sylvanus Bartlett, also of College Park; several nieces and nephews.
     Nephews served as pallbearers.

McKibben, Samuel
  The Jackson Argus August 9, 1901
Samuel McKibben Dead.
A good man has gone to his last reward.
     Samuel Mckibben died at his home, Tuesday afternoon about 2 o'clock. His age was about 75 years. Mr. McKibben had been in ill health for some time owing to his advanced age, and the end was not unexpected. Jackson is sustaining, in his death, the loss of one of her most prominent and worthy citizens. For many years he has been connected with the Baptist church, always, when able, attending its service. He will be very much missed from his regular place at the church of his membership. His loss as a Mason is very great; up to a few years ago he was the Worshipful Master of St. John's Lodge, No. 45, always performing the duties and responsibilities that fell upon him with a willing heart and hand.
     He was born and reared in Butts county, his father being one of the first settlers of Butts. A few years after the war he was the representative in the legislature for his county. A devoted wife and son survive to mourn his death sorrowing not as those who have no hope.
     The funeral service was conducted by Dr. C. W. Humphreys, assisted by Rev. R. B. O. England. The service was a very impressive one. The lessons on which the sermon was based were I.
     Corinthians 15:12-26 and I. Thessalonians 4:13-18. In this text were the last verse ever read by the deceased, "The last enemy that shall be destroyed is death." Also at the service was sung "Jesus, Lover of My Soul," which was the last song he was ever heard to sing. The respect and love of his friends was shown by the abundance of flowers. He was buried with honor by the Masons. The pallbearers were; S. B. Kinard, J. M. Holifield, D. J. Thaxton, Jim Watkins, W. B. Collins and C. S. Bixby.
     The Argus extends sympathy to bereaved relatives and friends.

McKibben, Selma George
Jackson Progress-Argus 15 June 1939
Death of an Infant
     The friends of Mr. and Mrs. W. W. McKibben sympathize with them in the death of their infant son, Selma George McKibben, which occurred Monday, June 5. Services were held Tuesday at Bethel Church.

McKibben, Thomas A.
  The Middle Georgia Argus January 27, 1881
     We are pained to the death of Mr. Thomas McKibben an old and highly respected citizen of this county.

Georgia Weekly Telegraph & Journal & Messenger (Macon, Ga.) January 21, 1881
Death of Mr. Thos. McKibben
Griffin News: This aged and well known citizen of Butts county died at his home on Tuesday night. His fatal illness was brought on by a severe cold contracted during the recent bad weather. At his death he was in his 81st year. The deceased was an upright, honest citizen, respected by the many who knew him. He raised a large family, among whom is Hon. M. V. McKibben.

McKibben, Thomas Newton
Jackson Progress Argus Jun 1976
Mr. McKibben, Butts Native, Buried Sunday
     Thomas Newton McKibben, of 178 Stonewall Place, Macon, died Saturday at Bolingreen Nursing Home. Mr. McKibben would have been 94 had he lived until June 16th.
     A native of Butts County, he had lived in Macon 56 years. He was owner and operator of a home furnishing company. He was a member of Vineville Baptist Church and the Baracca Sunday School Class.
     Funeral services were conducted Sunday in Memorial Chapel with burial in Macon Memorial Park. Memorial Chapel was in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. McKibben is survived by his wife, Mrs. Lillian D. McKibben of Macon; a son, J. H. McKibben of Macon; a daughter, Mrs. Malcolm Green Sr. of Macon; two sisters, Mrs. L. H. Hurt of Jackson and Mrs. Margaret Perry of Ft. Myers, Fla.
     The family requested that contributions be made to VinevilIe Baptist Church in lieu of flowers.

McKibben, W. F.
Jackson Progress Argus 26 Feb 1932
Mr, W. F. Mckibben Died Wednesday at Jenkinsburg
     The death of Mr. W. F. McKibben, 59 years of age, residing between Jenkinsburg and Locust Grove, occurred Wednesday morning at 11 o'clock. He had been in declining health for six months and suffered a second stroke of paralysis Saturday night.
     Mr. McKibben was one of the most highly esteemed citizens of this section. He was a deacon in the Jenkinsburg Baptist church and had been a member for forty years. His death brings deep regret to a wide circle of friends.
     He is survived by his wife and two sons, H. C. McKibben, of Griffin and E. W. McKibben, of Atlanta; two daughters, Mrs. A. W. Tingle and Mrs. J . P. Mosely, of Atlanta ; two brothers, W. R. McKibben, of Locust Grove and J. A. McKibben, of Atlanta; two sisters, Mrs. M. E. Sandifer, of Locust Grove and Mrs. A. S. Sandifer, of Atlanta.
     Funeral services were to be held Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Locust Grove Baptist church, with Rev. G. L. Brooks, Rev. J . H. Cowart and Rev. J. B. Stodghill officiating.

McKibben, Ward Mitchell
Jackson Progress-Argus, February 28, 1946.
Ward McKibben Taken by Death.
     Ward McKibben, 44, died at his home in Macon Sunday, February 10, after a brief illness. He was born and reared in Butts county, son of Mrs. Geogia Curry McKibben and the late Jesse McKibben. For the past few years he and his family had resided in Macon where they were engaged in war work. His survivors include his wife, the former Miss Grace Holloway of Jasper county; his mother; one sister, Mrs. Ralph Coker, Jackson; three daughters and one son. His only brother, A. C. McKibben of Atlanta, died ten years ago.
     Funeral services were held in Macon and interment was at Old Bethel cemetery near Jackson.

McKibben, Wilbur E.
  Butts County Progress July 29, 1910
Wilbur McKibben Died On Sunday Last
     The death of Mr. Wilbur McKibben occurred Sunday morning at 2 o'clock at his home a few miles from Jackson. His death followed a short illness. The funeral was held Monday at Fellowship at 10 o'clock, the services being conducted by Rev. James Bradley, pastor of the Jackson Presbyterian Church.
     Surviving Mr. McKibben, who was about 30 years of age, are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Tom McKibben, five brothers and one sister.

McKinley, Mrs.
  Butts County Progress, January 14, 1910
     The death of Mrs. McKinley, aged 94 years, one of the most prominent women in the county, occurred at her home a few miles from Jackson the first of last week. The funeral was held on Wednesday. Mrs. McKinley is survived by several children.

McKinley, Emma Bledsoe
Jackson Progress-Argus, May 5, 1955
Last Rites Held on Sunday For Mrs. J. E. McKinley
     Funeral services for Mrs. Emma Bledsoe McKinley, 72, who died Saturday morning in an Atlanta hospital, were held Sunday afternoon at three o'clock at Cedar Rock Congregational Methodist Church.
     Mrs. McKinley was born and reared in Butts county and made her home here until eight years ago when she moved to Riverdale where she lived with their daughter, Mrs. H. O. Higgins.
     She was the daughter of the late William J. Bledsoe and Mrs. Martha Shields Bledsoe and the widow of the late John E. McKinley.
     The Rev. W. M. Black officiated at the last rites. Interment followed in the Cedar Rock cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Pallbearers were Melvin E. O'Neal, Fleetwood Bledsoe, J. Horace O'Neal, Floyd O'Neal, Hiram Godsey and Russell Cawthon.
     Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. H. O. Higgins, Riverdale, and Mrs. L. H. Graham, Macon; one son, Lawrence McKinley, Lakeland, Fla.; three grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

McKinley, Jim
Mr. Jim McKinley Is Claimed by Reaper
     The death of Mr. J im McKinley, aged about 75, occurred at the County F a rm Wednesday. Mr. McKinley was a resident of Towaliga district for a long number of years and was highly esteemed by many friends. Funeral services were held Thursday morning at 11 o'clock at Fellowship Presbyterian church.
     
McKinley, John Elexander
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Dec 1950
John E. McKinley Called By Death
     John E. McKinley, lifelong resident of Butts county with the exception of the past year or two spent with his daughter at Riverdale, died Monday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. H. O. Higgins at Riverdale. He had been in declining health several months.
     During his residence here Mr. McKinley lived in the Cedar Rock community. He engaged in farming and was a school bus driver. Mr. McKinley was a member of Cedar Rock Congregational Methodist church.
     Survivors are his wife, the former Miss Emma Bledsoe of Butts county a daughter, Mrs. Voillie Higgins of Riverdale; a son, Lawrence McKinley, of Lakeland, Fla.; four sister, Mrs. L. H. Graham of Macon; Mrs . Rosa Lofton of Jackson; Mrs. Kate Bartlett of Monticello; Mrs. Lilla Hamlin of Covington; several grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were held at Cedar Rock church Tuesday at 2 p. m. The Rev. W. M. Black conducted the service and burial was in the churchyard.
     The pallbearers were M. E. O'Neal, Hulon Cook, Jim McMichael, Clarence Godsey, Russell Cawthon, Fleetwood Bledsoe.
     Mann Funeral Home of Jonesboro directed arrangements.

McKinley, John W.
  Butts County Progress February 21, 1913
Mr. John McKinley Passed Away On Wednesday
     At the age of 71 years, Mr. John Mckinley, died at his home at Fincherville Wednesday morning at 11 o'clock, death being due to dropsy. The deceased was a Confederate soldier and a highly respected citizen. The funeral was held at Macedonia at 11 o'clock Thursday morning.

The Jackson Argus February 21, 1913
Another Old Veteran Goes To His Reward.
     John W. McKinley, a Confederate veteran, aged 71 years, died Wednesday at his home in Fincherville.
     His body was taken to Stark Thursday and the funeral conducted from Macedonia church at 11 o'clock.
     Mr. McKinley leaves a wife and other near relatives.
  
McKinley, Joseph Elrod
Jackson Progress Argus 14 Mar 1930
Master Joe McKinley Victim of Pneumonia
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. J. E. McKinley of the Tussahaw school community sympathize with them in the death of their seven years old son, Joseph Elrod McKinley which occurred Monday night at 7:35 o'clock. The little boy had been ill for several days and suffered with bronchial pneumonia. He was a bright and promising lad, a pupil in the Tussahaw school and was popular with his teachers. and school mates.
     He is survived by his parents; sisters, Mrs. Vallie Mae Hudson, of Macon; Mrs. Agnes Grimm, of Bartow, Fla.; two brothers, Lawrence, of Bartow, Fla. and Enrie McKinley, of Jackson; his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Bledsoe, of Jackson.
       Funeral services were held at Cedar Rock Tuesday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock with Rev. T. M. Sullivan officiating. Interment was in the churchyard.

McLaughlin, Clydie Elouise, Rev.
Jackson Progress Argus 02 May 1979
McLaughin Rites Held Friday
     Funeral services for Rev. Clydie Elouise McLaughlin., 50, of 1531 Harvest Lane, S.E., Atlanta, were held Friday, April 27th, at one o'clock from the Alpha and Omega Church with the Bishop Hattie Tolbert officiating. Interment was in Southview Cemetery.
     Rev. McLaughlin died April 24th. She was the daughter of the late Jettie and Katherine Wilson.
     She is survived by her husband, Wylie McLaughlin; two daughters, Mrs. Andrea Hobbs and Mrs. Renee Allen; three grandchildren, Keishon, Neika, and Choniqua ; one sister, Mrs. Barbara Cargile, and a host of other relatives and friends.
     Abe Trimier Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

McKinley, Lawrence (Mac)
Jackson Progress Argus 14 Mar 1979
McKinley Rites Held In Florida
     Funeral services for Mr. Lawrence (Mac) McKinley,. 70, of 1148 Ruby Street, Lakeland, Florida, were held Thursday at 2 p.m. at the Trinity United Methodist Church of Lakeland, with the Rev. Ted Sauter, Rev. R. C. Joyner and Rev. Vernon Queen officiating. Interment was in the Wild Wood Cemetery in Bartow, Florida.
     A native of Jackson, he had lived in Lakeland for 39 years. For a number of years in the 1930'S, he was employed as a barber at D. W. Ham's Barber Shop in Jackson.
     Active in the religious life of his adopted community, he was chairman of the administrative board of the Trinity United Methodist Church for 15 years. A member of the church choir, he was also president of Wesley Fellowship Class. He belonged to Woodmen of the World.
     Survivors include his wife, Evelyn C. McKinley, Lakeland; daughter, Sally Carr, Winter Haven, Fla.; sister, Mrs. H. O. Higgins, Jackson; and three grandchildren.
     
McKinley, Lorenzo D.
Jackson Progress-Argus 5 June 1936
Mr. L D. McKinlev is Taken By Death
     Mr. L. D. McKinley, 76 years of age, well known resident of *andy, passed away Sunday night at 11:30. He had been in feeble health for several years and death did not come as a surprise.
     Mr McKinley was the son of the late Mr, and Mrs. John McKinley, of Pike county. He had resided in Butts for many years and formerly lived near Jackson. Several years ago he moved to Flovilla and had since made his home in that community. He had a large number of friends in the county who are pained to know of his death.
     He is survived by his wife, who was before their marriage. Miss Belle Fogg, of Butts county; one sister, Mrs. W R. Pratt, of Macon.
     Funeral services were held at Sandy Creek Church Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock and Rev. H. A. King, of the Flovilla Methodist church, conducted the rites. Interment was in the churchyard.

McKinley, Margaret
The Jackson Progress-Argus November 4, 1921
Mrs. Margaret McKinley Passed Away October 28.
     The death of Mrs. Margaret McKinley, 81 years of age, occurred at the home of her son, Mr. L. D. McKinley, near Jackson, Saturday morning. She had been ill for several months, suffering from a complication of ailments brought on by old and infirm age. For the past four or five years Mrs. McKinley had been totally blind.
     Mrs. McKinley was a member of the Antioch church and was held in high esteem by a large number of friends who were saddened at her passing.
     She is survived by one son and one daughter.
     Funeral services were held Saturday morning at 11 o'clock at Fellowship church. Dr. M. M. McKay, of the Jackson Presbyterian church officiated and interment was in the church yard.
  
McKinley, Margaret Belle Fogg
  Jackson Progress Argus, October 5, 1950
Mrs. McKinley Taken by Death
     Funeral services for Mrs. Belle Fogg McKinley, 79, of Flovilla route 1, who died Sunday night, were held at Sandy Creek church Tuesday at 3 p.m. Rev. T. T. G. Linkous officiated and burial was in the church cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Native of Butts county where she spent most of her life, Mrs. McKinley was a daughter of Musker Fogg and Mrs. Martha Rich Goens Fogg, old families of the county. She was the widow of the late L. D. McKinley.
     Survivors are one son, Ralph Fogg of Flovilla; four grandchildren, Albert Fogg of Atlanta; Charlie Fogg of Daytona Beach, Fla.; Mrs. Sue Moore of Gainesville, Ga., and Mrs. Tinie Jarrell of Atlanta.
     
McKinley, Onree
Jackson Progress Argus 8 Dec 1933
Pistol Wound Fatal to Mr. Onree McKinley
     Mr. Onree McKinley, 23 years of age, died of a pistol wound inflicted Thursday night of the past week, and a coroner's jury returned a verdict that he came to death by his own hands.
     The tragedy came without warning. About 7:30 Thursday night the young man walked out on the porch and placing a pistol in his nostrils pulled the trigger, the bullet lodging in his head and causing instant death.
     So far as known there was no motive for the tragedy. He seemed in his usual health prior to the shooting and had been sitting around the fire side chatting with the family.
     The unfortunate tragedy, which occurred on Thanksgiving, brought sincere regret to the family and a host of friends. Mr. McKinley was a son of Mr. and Mrs. J. E. McKinley, residing near the Tussahaw Consolidated school. He was said to have been a quiet and unassuming young man, and was a member of the Cedar Rock church. He was connected with well known families of the county, having been a grandson of the late Mr. W. J. Bledsoe, Confederate veteran. He was also related to the well known Shields family.
     Surviving Mr. McKinley are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. E. McKinley; a brother, Mr. Lawrence McKinley; two sisters, Mrs. L. H. Graham, of Macon, and Mrs. Vallie Mae Hudson, of Jackson, all of whom have the sympathy of many friends in their bereavement.
     Funeral services were held Saturday morning at 10 o'clock at Cedar Rock church, with Elder Homer M. Vaughn officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery.

McKinley, President
The Jackson Argus Sept 20 1901
     As stated is last week's issue, President McKinley began sinking last Thursday, and died Saturday morning. His body was taken to Washington and lay in state in the capitol until Tuesday, when it was carried to Canton, Ohio, for burial. The funeral obsequies were befitting the president of the great American people, and regardless of section of politics, the entire nation united to do him honor. President Roosevelt was sworn in Monday, and took the reigns of government in hand. He expresses his intention of following McKinley's policies, except he will advocate a lower tariff and greater reciprocity.

McKinley, Rachel Louisa Williamson
The Jackson Progress-Argus November 6, 1925
Mrs. Louisa McKinley Is Summoned By Death.
     Following an illness of some time, Mrs. Louise McKinley, 89 years of age, died Saturday afternoon at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Lawrence, in Monticello. She was one of the most highly esteemed women of this section, having resided in both Butts and Jasper counties, and made her home with her children for the past few years.
     Mrs. McKinley was a Miss Williamson before marriage. Her first husband was a Mr. Ezell, and later she married Mr. McKinley who preceded her to the grave some years. She is survived by her daughter, Mrs. Lawrence, of Monticello; two sons, Mr. J. H. Ezell and Mr. John McKinley, of Butts county.
     Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock at Macedonia church, Rev. Augustus Ernest, of the Jackson Methodist church, conducted the serviced. Interment was in the churchyard.

McKinley, Samuel Reese
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Jun 1963
Samuel Reese Mckinley Passes in Griffin
     Mr. Samuel Reese McKinley of Griffin, born in Jackson, died Monday in the Griffin-Spalding County Hospital.
     Mr. McKinley had lived most of his life in Spalding County where he was employed by the Crompton-Highland Mill for 26 years, retiring four years ago. He was a veteran of World War One.
     Funeral services were conducted Tuesday afternoon, from the North Griffin Holiness Church. Burial was the the Liberty Hill Baptist Church Cemetery in Henry County. No survivors from Jackson or Butts County were listed.

McKinley, Sarah E Moss
Butts County Progress September 24, 1909
Mrs. L. D. McKinley Died Last Thursday.
     After a lingering illness and long term of ill health, Mrs. L. D. McKinley, one of the most prominent women in Butts county, died at her home near Jackson last Thursday afternoon at five o'clock. Her death was due to dropsy and a complication of diseases.
     Before her marriage Mrs. McKinley was Miss Sallie Moss, being the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Moss of Cork. She is survived by her husband, Mr. L.D. McKinley, her father, Mr. W. M. Moss, one sister, Miss Lou Moss, four brothers, Messrs. Marion, Jim, Henry, and Jess Moss, all of Butts county.
     Mrs. McKinley, who was 40 years of age, was a native of Butts county where she was known and admired by a large circle of friends. The funeral took place at Sandy Creek Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock, the services being conducted by the Rev. Mr. Goodrum of Flovilla. The bereaved family have the sympathy of a host of friends in their sorrow.

McKinnon, Ruby Brooks
Jackson Progress Argus 30 Sep 1987
     McKinnon Ruby Brooks McKinnon, 76, of 3929 DeSota Road, Martinez, died Sept. 23 at the Humana Hospital in Augusta.
     The funeral was held Saturday at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with the Rev. A. L. Price officiating. Burial was in the Jackson cemetery.
     Mrs. McKinnon lived in Jackson before moving to Augusta several months ago.
     She was a native of Butts County, daughter of L. A. Brooks, Sr. and Lillian Estelle Hamlin Brooks. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Jackson.
     Survivors include a daughter, Elaine McKinnon of Augusta; sons, Joe, McKinnon of Augusta and Richard McKinnon of Jackson; six grandchildren; two great grandchildren; sisters, Edith Pearson of Oklahoma and Elizabeth Kulchawik of Illinois; brothers, L. A. Brooks Jr. of Jackson, Ernest Brooks of Arkansas, Tom Brooks of Atlanta, and Bill Brooks of Loganville; several nephews and nieces.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.
McKissick, Daisy Smith
Jackson Progress Argus 29 Aug 1984
     Mrs. Daisy Smith McKissick of 108 Cherokee, St., Jackson, died Aug. 18 at her home following a lengthy illness,
     Mrs. McKissick was born in Monroe County, daughter of ate Giles and Roxie Smith.
     Survivors include her stepson James Crowder of Forsyth; sisters Cleola Morgan, Mrs. Willie Verner and Alice Head, all of Jackson; brothers Eddie Smith of Atlanta; Willie Smith and John Smith both of Jackson; uncle, Arthur Smith of North Vernon Ind.; Several nieces and nephews.
     Services are held Aug 21 at 2 p. m. at Rock Creek Baptist Church in Indian Springs with the Rev. B. J. Virgil officiating. Burial was in the Jackson city cemetery.
     Trimier-Jackson funeral Services was in charge of arrangements.
 
McKissick, Zollie
Jackson Progress Argus 14 Nov 1968
Death Claims Hit and Run Victim Friday
     Zollie McKissick, 67, of Route 4, Jackson, succumbed Friday night, November 8th, at Griffin-Spalding County Hospital to injuries received November 1st when struck by a hit and run driver at the scene of an accident involving his car and another vehicle about two miles north of Jackson on Route 42.
     The widely known and highly respected Negro man died as result of head injuries and brain damage suffered when he stepped into the path of a southbound car, believed to be a red and black Barracuda. According to Butts County Sheriff J. D. (Bud) Pope, the car in which the victim was driving homeward was in collision with another car as he prepared to turn off highway 42. He was walking around his car to assay the damage when he was struck by the hit and run auto which stopped momentarily before speeding off. Although several persons witnessed the two related accidents, in the excitement and in the gathering darkness no one was able to ascertain the license number of the car that struck and fatally injured McKissick.
     Funeral services for McKissick, who had been employed at Redman Seed Company for a long number of years, were held Tuesday afternoon at two o'clock from the Rising Star Baptist Church with interment in the Cabiness Cemetery in Monroe County with Trimier Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Sheriff Pope said that efforts are being intensified to discover the hit and run auto but admitted that clues are meager.

  McKleroy Infant
Middle Georgia Argus November 8, 1887
       The little son of T. D. McKleroy, of whose serious illness we made mention in our last epistle died last week. Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord.
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McKleroy, Jesse
  The Butts County Progress January 25, 1912
Jesse Mckleroy Dies At Soldiers Home
     Mr. Jesse McKleroy, former coroner of Butts county, died at the Soldiers Home in Atlanta Tuesday morning. He resigned his office as Coroner a year or two ago and went into the Soldiers Home, where he had since lived.
     Mr. McKleroy was a native of Butts county. He was a Confederate veteran, having served in Company I, Fourteenth Georgia, under Captain Felix Price, early in the war, and served throughout that struggle in the Army of Northern Virginia. He was 68 years of age.
     Surviving Mr. McKleroy is one daughter, Mrs. Anna Nevlin, of Griffin. The funeral was held Wednesday at Griffin.
     Mr. McKleroy had many friends here who regretted to hear of his passing away.

Butts County Progress February 2, 1912
Funeral For Jesse McKleroy Held Saturday
     The funeral for Mr. Jesse McKleroy, who died at the Soldiers Home in Atlanta last Tuesday, was held at Towaliga Saturday afternoon. The remains were brought to Jackson Friday night. A short funeral service was held at the grave, and the body was interred beside that of his wife, who died several years ago.

McKleroy, Jesse, Mrs. (nee Thaxton)
  Butts County Progress December 3, 1909
Mrs. Jesse McKleroy Died Monday Morning.
     After a long illness and much suffering Mrs. Jesse McKelroy died at her home in Pepperton Monday morning at 8 o'clock. She was 65 years of age and death was due to a complication of diseases.
     Mrs. McKleroy, who was a Miss Thaxton before marriage, is survived by her husband and seven children and several grand-children. The burial was held at Towaliga church Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock The funeral will be preached later. The family have the sympathy of a number of friends in their bereave
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McKleroy, Lucy Lee Barnett
  Butts County Progress January 10, 1913
Mrs. T. O. McKleroy Passed Away Last Week.
     On last Thursday, January 2nd, Mrs. T. O. McKleroy, after a short illness, passed away at her home nine miles north of Conyers.
     Mrs. McKleroy was the daughter of the late Colonel John L. Barnett of this county, and the mother of T. Beeman McKelroy, formerly of Jackson, but now of New York City. Besides her husband, Mr. T. O. McKelroy, she leaves three sisters, Mrs. J. A. Dodson, of Stark, Mrs. Britt, of Jackson, Mrs. Sarah M. Herring of Quiteman, Texas, and six children, Mr. T. B. Mckleroy, of New York City, Mrs. Jack Loyd, Mrs. B. T. Lester, Mrs. Ernest Edwards, Mrs. Glover Salmons and Mrs. R. E. McKelroy, all of Rockdale county. Mrs. Threatt Moore of Jackson is also a niece.
     Mrs. McKleroy, who was about 63 years of age, was a member of Macedonia church and an estimable christian lady who had a wide circle of friends.
     The funeral and interment took place near Conyers, Saturday.
  
McKleroy, Thomas Beeman
Jackson Progress Argus 07 Apr 1938
Beeman McKleroy Passes In Atlanta
     Mr. T. Beeman McKleroy who died Saturday, April 2, in an Atlanta hospital was a native of Butts county. Born at Barnett's Mill December 14, 1874, he was 63 year old. His parents were T. O. McKIeroy and Lucy Barnett. His maternal grandfather was Capt. John L. Barnett, a Confederate veteran and pioneer citizen of Butts county.
     Mr. McKleroy spent his childhood and early manhood, in the county, graduating at Jackson High School in the class of 1895. He joined the Jackson Methodist church when a boy and continued a consecrated Christian throughout his life. Those who knew him best remember him as a modest, moral, studious young man of high ideals and a pleasing personality. He developed a manhood of like characteristics.
     He graduated at Holbrook Normal College. He taught and served as superintendent of many high schools in Georgia. He was in business in New York City for several years. On account of failing health he retired to a small business in Conyers, Ga., for several years, after which he moved to Morningside in Atlanta, and was prominently connected with Draughns Business College until his death.
     He is survived by his wife who was Miss Irma Lewis; four sisters, Mrs. B. T. Leater, Mrs. Jack Lloyd, Mrs. E. L. Edwards, Conyers, and Mrs. Glover Salman, Orlando, Fla.;
one brother, Raymond McKleroy, Tampa, Fla.
     Interment was in West View Cemetery, Atlanta.

McKneely, Eugene
Jackson Progress-Argus, September 23, 1948.
Mrs. H. E. Moore's Father Killed by Train Sept 16.
     Griffin, Ga. Eugene McKneely, resident of the Rehoboth district, was instantly killed Thursday night when his automobile was struck by the southbound Nancy Hanks Train below Orchard Hill.
     Mr. McKneely, who formerly worked in Griffin, operated a store on the roadway near the overhead bridge between Orchard Hill and Milner. He was driving home when struck by the train. The accident occurred at 7:05 p.m.
     Funeral services wee held Sunday at 3 p.m. at Rehoboth Baptist church and the Rev. John Rawls officiated. The body lay in state at the church before the funeral.
     Mr. McKneely is survived by his wife, the former Florine Godard of Goggins; nine children, Mrs. Herbert Moore of Jackson; Fred, Reuben, Wayne and Aubrey McKneely, Mrs. Bill Bloomfield and Mrs. Harold Biles, all of Griffin; Mrs. Clarence Ball of Milner; Clifford McKneely, Winston-Salem, N. C.; his mother, Mrs. Lillie A. McKneely of Griffin; a brother, Thomas W. McKneely of Griffin; several grandchildren and two nephews.

McKneely, T. J., Mrs.
Jackson Progress Argus 08 Dec 1966
Mrs. McKneely Passes Sunday
     Mrs. T. J. McKneely, 99, of the Rehoboth Community in Spalding County, died Sunday about noon at the home of her son, Thomas W. McKneely, after a brief illness. Mrs. McKneely was the grandmother of Mrs. Herbert Moore of Jackson.
     She was born in Spalding County September 13, 1867 and had lived within a mile and a half of her birthplace since that time.
     Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon from the Rehoboth Baptist Church, with interment in the church cemetery. Pittman Rawls Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
     In addition to her son, Mrs. McKneely, the former Miss Lillie Cook, is survived by 11 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren, seven great-great grandchildren, and a number of nieces and nephews.

McLain, George L.
Jackson Progress Argus 25 Oct 1973
Geo. McLain Died In Washington
     Friends of Mr. George L. McLain, former resident of Butts County, will be interested in the delayed report of his death in Tacoma, Washington on September 19th.
     Mr. and Mrs. McLain lived on the Fincherville Road for about three years before moving to Washington. Mrs. McLain writes they had moved to Eatonville, Wash. to make their home with Mr. McLain living there only about a month before he passed away.
     Mr. McLain was born October 6, 1918 in Olathe, Kansas. Funeral services were held in the garden chapel of Mountain View Funeral Home September 22nd with Rev. Arthur Wulf officiating. Interment was in Mountain View Memorial Park.
     Mrs. McLain writes she would like to hear from friends in the Jackson and Butts County area and gives her address as Mrs. George McLain, Route 1, Box 147 F, Eatonville, Washington 98328.

McLain, J. T.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus February 25, 1916
Mr. J. T. McLain, Former Jackson Citizen, Dead
     Butts county friends of Mr. J. T. McLain were sorry to hear of his death, which occurred Saturday at Jonesboro. Mr. McLain formerly resided here for a number of years and had a wide circle of friends. He was a Confederate veteran and was 70 years old. The funeral was held at Jonesboro Monday afternoon.
     Mr. McLain is survived by four children, Mrs. J. I. Anderson, of Sanford, Fla.; J. T. McLain, Jr., of Geneve, Fla.; E. P. McLain, of Savannah, and W. D. McLain, of Jonesboro.

McLain, Virginia Lumpkin
Butts County Argus June 3, 1910
Mrs. J. T. McLain Died On Tuesday
     After an illness of some time, Mrs. J. T. McLain died Tuesday morning at 3 o'clock. She had suffered from rheumatism and recently other complications developed.
     Mrs. McLain before her marriage to Mr. J. T. McLain on July 25, 1875, was Miss Virginia Lumpkin. She was born and reared in Rome and belonged to a prominent family. She was married at Cedartown, and was 64 years of age.
     Surviving Mrs. McLain are her husband and one son, Mr. Elven McLain of Savannah, two step-sons, Mr. Will McLain, of Barnesville, and Mr. Tom McLain of Florida; one daughter and one sister, Mrs. Stewart, of Cedartown.
     The funeral was held from the home Tuesday afternoon at one o'clock, the services being conducted by Rec. R. C. Clacker, pastor of the Methodist church of which the deceased was a consecrated member. The interment was in the County Line cemetery.
     The death of Mrs. McLain removes one of the best loved and most estimable women in the county and a large circle of friends mourn her loss.
McLane, Susie.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus March 21, 1924
Miss Susie McLane Died Suddenly Here Sunday.
     Stricken suddenly, Miss Susie McLane, aged 75, died at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. G. Colwell Sunday morning at 9 o'clock. She was engaged in household duties when stricken and expired within a few minutes.
     Miss McLane had made her home with Mr. and Mrs. Colwell for the past thirteen years. She was held in affectionate esteem by members of the family and by those who knew her. She was a member of the Methodist church.
     Surviving Miss McLane are two sisters and two brothers.
     Funeral services were held at Towaliga church Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Rev. Henry H. Jones, pastor of the Jackson church officiated and interment was in the churchyard. Haisten Brothers had charge of the arrangements.

McLarty, W. A.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus March 28, 1924
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. A. W. McLarty, of Douglasville, will be sorry to learn of the death of Mr. McLarty, Sunday morning at his home. Mr. McLarty was one of the wealthiest and most influential men of his section. The funeral took place Monday afternoon. Besides three children by a former marriage, Mr. McLarty is survived by his widow, formerly Miss Ossie McCord of this city and four children, Mary Owen, Ossie Wilson, Claire and Thomas McLarty.

McLarty, Ossie J McCord
  The Jackson Progress-Argus March 28, 1924
     Miss Annie Lou McCord spent Sunday and Monday in Douglasville, having been called on account of the death of her cousin, Mr. A. W. McLarty.

McLaughlin, Henry Felton
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Aug 1989
     Henry Felton McLaughlin, 64, of Route 1, Highway 42, Jenkinsburg, died Friday at his residence following an illness of several months.
     The funeral was held Sunday at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with the Rev. Taylor Gallman officiating. Burial was in the Jenkinsburg cemetery with full military honors.
     Mr. McLaughlin was a native of Moultrie, son 6f Arthur and Ira Delilah Broxton McLaughlin.
     He retired with the rank of captain from the Army following 20 years of service.
After his retirement from the Army, he worked for the U.S. Civil Service in Georgia, Mississippi, and Washington, D.C. He attended the Jenkinsburg United Methodist Church.
     Survivors include his wife, Rebecca Greene McLaughlin; son, Felton H. McLaughlin of Atlanta; daughter, June M. Purcell of Harrisburg, Pa.; grandchildren, Emily Purcell of Harrisburg and Allison McLaughlin of Atlanta; brothers, J. J. and Edward McLaughlin, both of Atlanta, A. W, C. A., C. R, Roy, T. W. and J. L, McLaughlin, all of Birmingham, Ala.; sisters, lona Simms and Lera Reed, both of Birmingham; several nephews and nieces.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

McLaurin, Harbert James
Jackson Progress Argus 12 Feb 1992
     Mr. Harbert James McLaurin, 67, of Jackson died Tuesday morning, Feb. 4, at Henry General Hospital in Stockbridge following an illness of several months.
     Graveside services were held in Clinton, Miss., at Lakewood Cemetery Friday, Feb. 7.
     Mr. McLaurin was born in Bentonia, Miss, son of the late William Massey and Volna Saunders McLaurin. He was a member of Flovilla United Methodist Church and the Indian Springs Camp of the Gideons International.
     A veteran of World War II, he served in the U. S. Navy Submarine Service. He was a retired district manager of Kelly-Springfield Tire Company.
     Survivors include his wife, Bettye Owen McLaurin of Jackson; children, Harbert J. McLaurin Jr. of Bolton, Miss., Jere Lynn McLaurin of Tucson, Ariz., Helen Isla Milliken of St. Charles, Mo., and William Mike McLaurin of Dallas, Texas; and five grandchildren.
     Those desiring may send contributions to The Caring House, 127 N. 13th Street, Griffin, GA 30223; or the Christian's Women's Center, c/o Sue Hulon, 291 Steele Road, Griffin, GA 30223 in memory of Mr. McLaurin.
     Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson was in charge of arrangements.
 
McLean, Joe Glenn
Jackson Progress-Argus, March 10, 1949.
J. G. McLean Died in Atlanta March 1.
     Jackson and Butts county friends of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Glenn McLean of Atlanta were sorry to learn of Mr. McLean's death March first in Atlanta. Mr. McLean was 40 years old and a retired machinist for the Southern Railroad. He had lived in Atlanta for 27 years and was a member of the Capitol Avenue Baptist church. He had been in ikll health for a long time.
     Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at Howard L. Carmichael Funeral Home, and interment was in Cedar Rock cemetery in Butts county.
     Survivors include his wife, the former Miss Willie Maddox, daughter of the late W. H. Maddox and Mrs. Ola Maddox of Butts county; two sons, Glenn and Lawrence McLean, a daughter, Miss Mary F. McLean; his mother, Mrs. W. T. McLean; three sisters and one brother.
     Among relatives from Jackson attending the funeral were Mrs. W. M. Bond, Mrs. C. C. Jinks, Mrs. S. W. Maddox, Mrs. J. E. Maddox, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Cook, Mr. and Mrs. Hillery Wise, Mr. Lamar James.

McLean, Willie Maddox
Jackson Progress Argus 15 Apr 1987
     Willie Maddox McLean, 82, of Atlanta died April 6 after several years of declining health.
     Graveside services were held April 8 at 11 a.m. at Cedar Rock cemetery in Butts County.
     Mrs. McLean was the widow of Joe G. McLean and the daughter of the late W. Hopson Maddox and Ola Willard Maddox.
     Survivors include a daughter, Mary Frances McDonald of College Park; sons, Glenn and Lawrence McLean, both of College Park, three grandchildren; one great grandchild.
     Local survivors include a sister, Lucile Cook, and sisters-in-law, Mattie Maddox and Lois Maddox.
     Howard Carmichael Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
McLees, John Abney
Jackson Progress Argus 22 Jul 1943
Funeral Rites At Macedonia For John A. McLees
     The death of Mr. John Abney McLees, 50 years of age, occurred Sunday, July 18, at his home in Savannah. He was the son of the late John Thornwell McLees and the late Mrs. Johnny Pope Abney McLees, of Greenwood. S. C. His ancestors were natives of Anderson county, South Carolina.
     Mr. McLees was connected with the Seaboard Air Line Railway for thirty years and at the time of his death was assistant superintendent of the South Carolina division. He had previously been stationed at Charleston and Americus. He was a World War veteran, a Shriner, and a member of the Americus Presbyterian church. Since his marriage he had spent some time in Butts county, where he had made many friends and was quite popular.
     He is survived by his wife, the former Miss Mae Stewart, of Butts county; two sons, John Abney McLees Jr., and James Thornwell McLees, both of Savannah; five sisters,; Dr. Mary Hunter McLees, N. J. State Normal School, Trenton, N. J.; Mrs. Strom, Greenwood county, S. C.; Mrs. C. E. Berry, Bennettsville, S. C.; Mrs. Earl Groves, Gastonia, N. C.; Mrs. R. A. Terry, Hartsville, S. C.
     Funeral services took place Monday afternoon at Macedonia, with Rev. G. A. Briggs, pastor of the Jackson Baptist Church, officiating. Burial was in the family lot in the Macedonia cemetery, with Thornton Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     The pallbearers were M. C. McLeod, R. L. Tyler, C. D. Boyd, of Savannah; Mercer Hodges, J. K. Sitton, Carl Lee, R. J. Stewart and John Stewart. Honorary pallbearers were G. A. Boatright, R. A. Williams, H. H. Smith, R. C. Foster and M. H. Fletcher.

McLees, Lillie Mae Lummus
Jackson Progress Argus 09 May 1979
McLees Rites Held Sunday
     Funeral services for Mrs. Lillie Mae McLees, 85, of Route 2, Jackson, were conducted Sunday at three o'clock from the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with the Rev. Charles E. McCrackin officiating. Interment was in Macedonia Church Cemetery under the direction of Sherrell Funeral Home.
     Mrs. McLees died Friday at Sylvan Grove Hospital.
     Born in Butts County November 18, 1893, she was the daughter of the late John Stewart and the late Lucy Lummus. She was the widow of John A. McLees, and was a housewife. She was a Presbyterian.
     Survivors include two sons, Jack McLees, of Jackson, and James Thornwell McLees, of Jacksonville; Fla.; three granddaughters, Mrs. Sandra Johnson, of Jackson, Mrs. Donna Weisman and Mrs. Linda Valenzuela, both of Tallahassee, Fla.; and two great-grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were Jimmy Cook, Ronnie Cook, Mike Chapel, Rodney Weisman, Jim Valenzuela, and James Ozborn.

McLees, Marguerite Elizabeth Taylor
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Nov 1978
Last Rites Held For Mrs. McLee s
     Funeral services for Mrs. Marguerite Elizabeth Taylor McLees, 48, of Route 2, Jackson, were conducted Saturday afternoon, November 18th, at three o'clock from the Macedonia Baptist Church with the Rev. Maxie Threatt officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery. Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge.
     Mrs. McLees died at her residence about 12:30 a.m. Friday, November 17th, after an extended illness.
     Born in Butts County September 21, 1930, she was the daughter of the late Robert Taylor and Mrs. Annie Maddox Taylor, who survives. She was a member of the Macedonia Baptist Church where she taught the Nursery Class for many years.
     In addition to her mother, Mrs. McLees is survived by her husband, Jack McLees; two sons, Jimmy Cook and Ronnie Cook; one daughter, Miss Delores Cook; one step-daughter, Mrs. Sandra Johnson; four grandchildren, all of Jackson; two brothers, Jack Taylor of Atlanta, and Bobby Taylor of Jackson; one sister, Mrs. Gloria Mayhue of Gray; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Harold Standard, Otha Morgan, Billy Cook, Phillip Bunch, Stewart Cawthon and James Cook.

McLendon, Edward (Dick)
Jackson Progress Argus 30 Aug 1995
     Edward (Dick) McLendon, age 57, of 42 Wilson Street, Griffin, died Thursday, August 24, 1995 in Augusta.
     Funeral services were conducted Saturday, August. 26 in Haisten-Woodlawn Chapel. Rev. Bernon Hugh officiated, with interment in County Line Church Cemetery in Jenkinsburg.
     Mr. McLendon was born in Spalding County, son of the late Forest Eugene McLendon and Mrs. Grace Boss. He was employed by Dundee and a member of Flovilla Baptist Church.
     Survivors include wife, Virginia Ann Wells; daughters, Karen Stover of Palmetto, Reria Denham and Tina Brown both of Griffin, and Gracie Brown of Blakely; sons, Sonny Dodson of Dry Branch and Bobby Joe Brown 6f Blakely; mother and step father, Grace and Perry Ross of Zebulon; nine grandchildren; sister, Edna Long of Flovilla; step sister, Jane Taylor of Griffin; step brother, Charles Bland.
     Haisten Woodlawn Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

McLendon, Infant
  Middle Georgia Argus August 27, 1889
     Our citizens sympathize with Andrew McLendon, our popular barber in the death of his little girl on Sunday night.
  
McLendon, Lila Tripp
Jackson Progress Argus Jan 1978
Last Rites Mrs. McLendon Held Friday
     Funeral services for Mrs. Lila Tripp McLendon, 84, of, 546 Covington Street, were conducted Friday afternoon, December 30th , at 1: 30 o'clock from the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home.
     The Rev. Henry R. Brooks officiated with interment in Crestlawn Cemetery in Atlanta. Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. McLendon died Wednesday afternoon at her residence following a lengthy illness. She was born July 18, 1893 in Chattanooga, Tennessee. She was a member of the Baptist Church.
     Surviving Mrs. McLendon are one daughter, ,Mrs. Dawson Bryant of Jackson; four granddaughters, Miss Gail Waldrep of Overland Park Kansas, Mrs. Jeanie Collins of Rome, Mrs. Tess Galloway of North Augusta, S. C., and Mrs. Anita McRae of Swainsboro; one grandson Richard L. Waldrep of Baltirnore, Md.; several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Bo McClendon, Jody Galloway, John T. Collins, Douglas Bryant, Phillip Bryant and Tommy Pilcher.

McLendon, Lillie Ruth
(See Besley, Arthur Louis)

McLendon, Mary Elizabeth Edwards
Jackson Progress-Argus 33 Mar 1935
Mrs. W. J. McLendon Passed Away Sunday
     The death of Mrs. W. J. McLen don, 85 years of age, beloved Butts county woman, occurred Sunday morning at 8:15 at the home of her son, Mr. W. R. McLendon, near Jackson. In feeble health for a year or more, Mrs. McLendon was critically ill for only a few days. In the passing of this prominent and aged lady, the county loses one of its pioneer citizens.
     Mrs. McLendon, the former Miss Mary Elizabeth Edwards, daughter of Reuben Edwards and Lucy Hay Ed wards, among the pioneer prominent residents of Dublin district, had been a life long resident of the county. She was the widow of the late Mr W. J. McLendon, gallant Confederate veteran, whose death occurred in 1924. She was a member of County Line Baptist church and had been active in the affairs of that church for some forty-eight years. Mrs. McLendon was widely beloved for her estimable qualities of character and her death brings sorrow to a host of relatives and friends.
     Surviving Mrs. McLendon are one daughter, Mrs. J. W. Kitchens, of Jackson; five sons, Messrs. J. C., B. R., F. E. and W. B. McLendon of Jackson, and G. C. McLendon, of Locust Grove;a brother, Mr. Tom Edwards, of Jackson; 38 grand children and 23 great-grandchildren
     Funeral services were held at County Line church Monday morning at 11 o'clock, with Rev. P. P, Moseley officiating. The pallbearers were the five sons and grandson, B. C. McLendon. Relatives and friends showed their love by beautiful floral offerings and interment was in the church cemetery.

McLeod, Collie Fuller
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Feb 1993
     Collie Fuller McLeod, long-time resident of Butts County, died Sun., Jan. 31, at Henry General Hospital in Stockbridge.
     Funeral services were held Tuesday in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home in Jackson with Rev. Lovelle Coe, Rev. Oscar Smith and Rev. Joel Brown officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mrs. McLeod was born May 6, 1904 in Meriwether County, daughter of the late James Barley Fuller and the late Meraldie Coe Fuller. She was employed at Pepperton Mill for many years and was a member of the Union Ridge Baptist Church. She was the widow of Dewey McLeod.
     Survivors include son Rev. Eugene McLeod of Flovilla; daughters Dot Granger and Lorelle Eaton, both of Jackson, and Grace Grammer of Flovilla; daughter-in-law Eleanor McLeod; brother Obie Fuller of Porterdale; sisters Alma Thomas of Warner Robins and Hazel Thomas of Manchester; sisters-in-law Florence Glover of Thomaston, Irene Fuller of LaGrange and Margaret Fuller of Porterdale; 21 grandchildren; 46 great grandchildren; five great great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
 
McLeod, Dewey H.
Jackson Progress Argus 22 May 1975
D. H. McLeod Died Sunday In Monticello
     Mr. Dewey H. McLeod, 73, of Route 1, Flovilla, died early Sunday morning at the Jasper Memorial Hospital in Monticello.
     Born in Pike County on May 6, 1902, he was the son of the late Mr. Will McLeod and Mrs. Nora Dean McLeod, both of Pike County.
     Funeral services were conducted Tuesday afternoon, May 20, at three o'clock from the Second Baptist Church in Jackson with Rev. Chuck McCrackin, Rev. Jimmy Long, and Rev. Roosevelt Wheeler officiating. Interment was in Jackson City Cemetery with Sherrell Funeral Horne in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. McLeod is survived by his wife, Mrs. Collie Fuller McLeod of Flovilla; two sons, Eugene McLeod of Jackson and W. L. McLeod of Flovilla; three daughters, Mrs. Grace Grammar of Flovilla, Mrs. Dorothea Granger of Jackson, and Mrs. Lorelle Reynolds of Bishop; 19 grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; one brother, Emmett McLeod of Thomaston; four sisters, Mrs. Adel McCard, Mrs. Evelyn Thomas and Mrs. Florence Glover, all of Thomaston; Mrs. Mattie Fuller of LaGrange.
     Pallbearers were. Robert McLeod, Bobby McLeod, James McLeod, Horace Fuller, Ronald Fuller, and Kenneth Thomas.

McLeod, Mary Elizabeth Stevenson
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Oct 1975
Mr. McLeod Passes In Macon
     Mrs. Mary Elizabeth McLeod of 320 Jones Avenue, Macon, died Thursday, October 3rd, in a Macon Hospital following a lengthy illness.
     Mrs. Mcleod was a lifelong resident of Bibb County and was a member of Eastside Baptist Church.
     Graveside services were held Friday afternoon at two o'clock in the McRae Cemetery in Telfair County.
     Mrs. McLeod is survived by four sons, .David McLeod, Danny McLeod, Tim McLeod, and Calvin McLeod all of Macon; five brothers, T. L. Stevenson of Jackson, C. D. Stevenson of Macon, Fred Stevenson of Kathleen, R. L. Stevenson of Macon, and Harry Stevenson of Atlanta; a sister, Mrs. B. F. Hudson of Macon.
     Harts Mortuary was in charge of arrangements.

McLeod, Mary Warwick Collins
Jackson Progress Argus 05 Sep 1979
McLeod, Rites Held Wednesday
     Mrs. Mary Warwick Collins McLeod, 47, of 793 Joy St., Jackson, was pronounced dead on arrival at Newton County Hospital early Wednesday morning after an apparent heart seizure.
     Mrs. McLeod was born Nov. 11th, 1931 in Fulton County, Ga. She was the daughter of the late Thomas J. Collins and the late Catherine Colvin Collins of Butts County.
     She was employed by Bibb Manufacturing Company and graduated in the Jackson High School Class of 1950.
     Survivors include her husband, Mr. Eugene McLeod of Jaekson, three daughter, Mrs. Cathy Wheeler of Flovilla, Miss Maybeth McLeod and Miss Cindy McLeod of Jackson, a son-in-law, Mr. Larry Wheeler of Flovilla
     Two granddaughters, Miss Terri Renee and Miss Marsha Lyn Wheeler, of Flovilla; three sisters, Mrs. Jane Stratford, of the Bahama Islands, Mrs. Joy Wells, of Jackson and Mrs. Priscilla Coogler, of Macon two brothers, Mr. Tom Collins of Washington, D.C. and Mr. Jimmy Collins, of Houston, Texas; stepmother, Mrs. T. J. Collins, of Jackson, and many nieces and nephews.
     Services were conducted Friday afternoon at 3:00 from the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home.
     Rev. Kirk Nesbitt and Rev. L. S. Anthony officiated.
     Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery with Steve Granger, Kenneth Brown, J.O. Fuller Jr., William Parker, Wayne Baxter, and Franklin Duke acting as pallbearers.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charges of arrangement.

McLeod, William Lewis
Jackson Progress Argus 01 May 1991
     Mr. William Lewis (W. L.) McLeod, 60, of Flovilla died early Sunday morning at his Giles Ferry Road residence after an extended illness.
     The funeral was held Tuesday, April 30, at Union Ridge Church in Jackson, with the Bros. Jimmy Long, Lovelle Coe, and Junior Smith officiating. Interment was in Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mr. McLeod was bom in Meriwether County, son of Colbe Fuller McLeod of McDonough and the Late Dewey McLeod.
     Mr. McLeod retired from pastoring Union Ridge due to illness. He was a former member of the Jackson National Guard Unit, and a member of Indian Springs Lodge #307 F.&A.M.
     Survivors include his wife, Eleanor Weaver McLeod; son, W. L. Jr. and Pat McLeod; daughter, Margie and Kenneth Brown; grandchildren, Jamie Brown, and Michael, Angie and Renee McLeod, all of Flovilla; bother, Eugene McCloud of Flovilla; sisters, Grace Grammer of Flovilla, Dot Granger and Lorell Rejmolds of Jackson; in-laws, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Weaver of Flovilla; and several nieces, nephews, uncles, aunts, and cousins.
     Sherrell Funeral Home in Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

McMahan, Robert
Middle Georgia Argus March 3, 1885
Another Landmark Gone.
     Mr. Robert McMahan, one of the oldest citizens of this county died at home in Coody's district on Tuesday Feb. 23rd. He was in his usual health and was attending to his affairs near the house and walked in and took a seat by the fire. In a moment he was seen to gasp for breath and fell from his chair dead. He was buried in the family burying ground on Wednesday. He had long been an honored citizen of this county and at the time of his dead was in his eighty-fifth year.

McMahon, Mildred Irene
Jackson Progress Argus 06 Apr 1972
Mrs. McMahan Buried At Barnesville
     Mrs. Mildred Irene McMahon, 51, of 411 South Eighth Street, Griffin, died early Friday afternoon at the Westbury Nursing Home in Jenkinsburg.
     Mrs. McMahon was born in Barrow, Wisconsin and had lived in Griffin for several years.
     Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at two o'clock at McDonald Chapel in Griffin with the Rev. Paul Wade officiating. Interment was in Greenwood Cemetery, Barnesville, with McDonald Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     She is survived by her husband, Harvey Jackson of Fayetteville; mother, Mrs. Ada Chambers McMahon of Jenkinsburg; sister, Mrs. Grace Chambers of Stowe, Ohio; several nieces and nephews.

McMahan, Robert, Mrs.
  Middle Georgia Argus July 20, 1886
A Sudden Death.
     Mrs. McMahan, widow of the late Mr. Robt. McMahan of Coody's district died very suddenly on Thursday at 5 o'clock. She was in her usual health up to the time of her death, but without warning she dropped to the ground and died without a struggle. Tis sad indeed for a person to be snatched away so quickly one minute in perfect health, and the next in eternity. She was about sixty-five years of age. Her remains were buried at Towaliga on Friday, Rev. T. J. Kimbell conducting the funeral.

  
McMahon, A. F., Rev
  The Jackson Progress-Argus April 19, 1929
Rev. A. F. McMahon Passes In Atlanta
     Butts county friends regret to learn of the death of Rev. A. F. McMahon, aged 51, which occurred at his home in Atlanta on April 11. Mr. McMahon resided in Jackson a number of years ago and was cashier of the Jackson Banking Company for some time. He was well known and highly esteemed here.
     He was born and reared in Hampton, Ga. He was graduated from Mercer University in 1904 and later from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He served as pastor at Douglasville, Eatonton, Albany and Columbia, Ala.
     He is survived by his wife, who is state secretary of the Baptist Woman's Missionary Union of Georgia. Funeral services were held Thursday morning and interment was in Hampton.

McMahon, Jim
  Butts County Progress July 16, 1908
     Rev. A. F. McMahon's many friends sympathize with him in the death of his only brother, Mr. Jim McMahon, who died at his home in Hampton, Saturday of last week. While on a scaffold preparing to paint a house he had a stroke of paralysis and fell, which caused his death in a few hours.

McMennahin, Lucile Bryans
  The Jackson Progress-Argus August 5, 1927
Mrs. Lucile McMennahin Passes In Philadelphia.
     Relatives and friends here were pained to learn of the death of Mrs. Lucile McMennahin, which occurred at a hospital in Philadelphia, Pa., on July 27.
     She was born and reared in Butts county and was a daughter of the late Dr. R. G. Bryans, who was one of the best known physicians and surgeons in this part of the state. Her mother was a Miss Huson before marriage. She was a sister of Mrs. Wright Watkins, of Indian Springs, and a niece of Miss Jennie Bryans and Mrs. Bessie Bryans, of Indian Springs, and of Mr. E. O. Huson, of Jackson.
     Mrs. McMennahin, who is pleasantly remembered by many friends in her schoolhood home, is survived by her husband and four children.

The Jackson Progress-Argus August 5, 1927
     Friends sympathize deeply with Mrs. Wright Watkins in the death of her sister, Mrs. McMennahin.
     Mrs. McMennahin is remembered as Miss Lucile Bryans, a daughter of Dr. Robert Bryans, of Jackson. She was a bright, vivacious young lady. After her marriage she lived in Macon, later moving to Philadelphia, where she died on July 27. Mr. McMennahin and four children survive her. She was niece of Miss Jennie Bryans and Mrs. Bessie Bryans.

McMichael (NFN)
  Middle Georgia Argus October 5, 1886
Children of Rich McMichael October 1886
     Rich McMichael (col.) had the misfortune to lose two children under somewhat peculiar circumstances last week. They were taken violently sick from eating raw ground peas and were thrown into convulsions. One, a girl seven years of age died on Thursday night, and the other, a boy nine years old, died Friday evening.

McMichael, Annie Elizabeth Bankston
Jackson Progress-Argus Jul 11, 1940
Funeral rites for a Former Resident
     Funeral services for Mrs. R. L. McMichael, a former Butts county resident who had resided in recent years in Macon, were held at the McMichael cemetery Tuesday afternoon at 1 o'clock.
     The former Miss Annie Bankston, Mrs. McMichael married R. L. McMichael, youngest son of the late Leroy McMichael. She was a sister of Mrs; N. J. Harmon, of Charlotte, N. C and Mrs. Durden, of Atlanta, and was related to widely known Butts county families.

McMichael, Annie Sue
Jackson Progress-Argus 5 Feb 1937
Death Little Girl Causes Deep Regret
     Annie Sue McMichael, five-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. C. McMichael, passed away Monday after an illness of only a few days. Friends extend sincere sympathy to the family in the passing of this bright little girl.
     Annie Sue was named for two teachers in the Jackson public schools, Miss Annie Lou McCord, teacher of the first grade and Miss Sue Cowan, formerly teacher of the second grade.
     She is survived by her parents and a brother, Howell and a sister, Mrs. Willie Mae Kitchens; her grandmother, Mrs. Frank McMichael.
     Funeral services were held at Beersheba church in Henry county Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, with interment in the churchyard.

McMichael, Benjamin Frank
Jackson Progress Argus 07 Jun 1989
     Benjamin Frank McMichael, 55, lifelong resident of Indian Springs, was pronounced dead on arrival at Sylvan Grove Hospital Tuesday about 1 p.m. following a heart attack at his residence.
     A graveside funeral will be held Thursday at 3 p.m. in the Covington cemetery with the Rev. Mack Tribble and W. A. Cook officiating.
     Mr. McMichael was born in Butts County, son of the late Benjamin Terrell McMichael and the late Pally Torbit McMichael.
     He graduated from Jackson High School in 1952 and attended Gordon Military College in Barnesville and Georgia Tech.
     For the past 21 years, he operated McMichael Gas Co. at Indian Springs. He was a mason and a member of St. John's Lodge No. 45 F&AM in Jackson. He was a member of the Indian Springs Baptist Church.
     Survivors include his wife, Lee Curtis (Tootie) McMichael; sons, Ted McMichael of Forsyth and Gay McMichael of Macon; four grandchildren, Terry, Lee, Ben, and Gaylyn McMichael; brothers, Jeff McMichael of Macon and Kyle McMichael of Jackson; sisters, Esther Hogan of Dublin, Lucille Brown of Macon, Jean Goetz of Warner Robins, Dot Duke of Jackson, Jenny Kinard of Covington, and Pat Zontek of Tallahassee, Fla.; several nephews and nieces.
     Sherrell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

McMichael, Benjamin Terrell (Shep)
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Oct 1973
Mr. McMichael Buried At Sandy Creek
     Mr. Benjamin Terrell (Shep) McMichael, 82, of Indian Springs, one of Butts County's most widely known citizens, died Sunday morning about 1:35 o'clock at Sylvan Grove Hospital after being a patient there for two and one-half weeks. Mr. McMichael had been in declining health for many years and his death was not unexpected.
     Born in Butts County on May 16, 1891, he was the son of the late Mr. Thomas J. McMichael and Mrs. Annie Moody McMichael.
     He was a retired salesman and in his younger days was an ardent sports fan, keeping abreast of all baseball and football games. Mr. McMichael was a member of the Flovilla United Methodist Church and Indian Springs Lodge 307 of Masons.
     Funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon at four o'clock from the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with the Rev. Don Harp, former pastor of the Jenkinsburg Charge, and Rev. John Huggins, present pastor of the Jenkinsburg Charge, officiating. Interment was in Sandy Creek Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Grandsons served as pallbearers and honorary pallbearers.
     Mr. McMichael is survived by his wife, Mrs. Pallie Torbet McMichael of Indian Springs; seven daughters, Mrs. Margaret Greer of Indian Springs, Mrs. Ester Hogan of Dublin, Mrs. Lucile Brown of Macon, Mrs. Jean Goetz of Warner Robins, Mrs. Dorothy Duke of Jackson, Mrs. Jenny Kinard of Oxford, and Mrs. Pat Zontek of Tallahassee, Fla.; four sons, Kyle McMichael of Jackson, Bob McMichael of Anderson, S. C., Jeff McMichael of Macon and Frank McMichael of Indian Springs; three sisters Mrs. Florrie Giles and Mrs. Lessie Finney, both of Jackson; Mrs. Lucile Hodges of Asheville, N. C.; 21 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
     Grandsons served as pallbearers and included Victor Goetz, Stan Hogan. Ted McMichael, Michael Duke, Ronnie Kinard, Jimmy Walker.
     Other grandsons served as honorary pallbearers.

McMichael, Bessie Bertha Burford
Jackson Progress Argus 12 Jan 1950
Mrs. McMichael Dies of Injuries
     Mrs J. E. McMichael, member of a prominent Butts county family, died in Riverside Hospital, Montezuma, Ga., Wednesday at 6:30 p. m. as the result of injuries suffered in an automobile accident December 15 while en route to Florida to visit relatives.
     Funeral plans will be announced by Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson.

Jackson Progress Argus 19 Jan 1950
Rites Friday For Mrs. Joe McMichael
     Funeral services for Mrs. J. E. McMichael who died January 14 in Riverside Hospital, Montezuma, as the result of injuries received in an automobile accident December 15, were held at the Jackson Methodist church Friday at 2 p. m. The pastor, Rev. Ralph Shea, assisted by Rev. W. C. Bowen of Jenkinsburg, officiated and burial was in the Jackson cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of Haisten Funeral Home.
     The pallbearers were Leonard Gray, Walker Bryan, Max Redman, J. C. Kimbell, Rolfe Burford, Ed Daniel, J. M. McMichael.
     Mrs. McMichael, 63, was a member of prominent Butts county families. As Miss Bertha Burford, she was a daughter of Mrs. Ella Curry Burford and J. D. Burford of Butts county. Her first husband was Vines Collier, widely known druggist. Later she was married to J. E. McMichael, Butts county farmer. and sawmill operator.
     Mrs. McMichael was active in the Jackson Methodist church and in civic and garden club work. Previous to the accident, which occurred while en route to Florida to visit relatives, she had been in feeble health for several months. Mrs. McMichael had a wide circle of friends who were grieved to learn of her death.
     In addition to her; husband, she is survived by a son, Vines Collier Jr., and a grandson, Vines Collier III, of Tampa, Fla.; three brothers, Rev. W. F. Burford of McRae; Asa Burford of St. Petersburg, Fla. and Curry Burford of Atlanta.

McMichael, Bonnie Mae Young
Jackson Progress-Argus, April 19, 1962.
Mrs. McMichael Buried Sunday at Macedonia
     Funeral services for Mrs. Charlie V. McMichael, 59, of Route 1, Jackson, who died early Saturday morning in the Macon Hospital following a period of declining health, were held Sunday afternoon at three o'clock at the Macedonia Baptist Church with the Rev. T. H. Wilder, pastor, and the Rev. Ralph Goodwin officiating. Burial was in Macedonia Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     A native of Jasper County, she was the former Miss Bonnie Mae Young, daughter of Dial Young and Mrs. Lillie Bunn Young. She was a member of the County Line Baptist Church.
     Survivors include her husband, Charlie V. McMichael, Jackson; two daughters, Mrs. Katherine Fincher and Mrs. Dorothy Norris, both of Jackson; three sons, Edward R. McMichael, James A. McMichael, and Charlie McMichael, Jr., all of Jackson; foru sisters, Mrs. G. J. Mangham of Gloverville, S. C.; Mrs. Hiram Ellis and Mrs. Mattie Gunter, both of Griffin; Mrs. Janie Kelley of Atlanta; two brothers, Lawrence Young of Jackson and Stone Young of Griffin; nine grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Stone Young Jr., J. F. Young, W. C. Young, J. T. Young, Alton Kitchens, and Hugh Gunter.

McMichael, Carl Calhoun
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Jun 1968
Carl McMichael Laid To Rest At Cedar Rock
     Mr. Carl McMichael, 73, of 467 South Mulberry Street, died Monday morning at Sylvan Grove Hospital after an extended illness.
     A native of Butts County, Mr. McMichael was the son of the late Mr. Robert Lee McMichael and Mrs. Eula Thurston McMichael, both of Butts County. Mr. McMichael was a retired farmer and railroad employee and was a member of the Cedar Rock Congregational Methodist Church.
     Funeral services for Mr. McMichael were held Tuesday afternoon at four o'clock at the Cedar Rock Congregational Methodist Church with Rev. Frank Smith officiating. Interment was in the Cedar Rock Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Surviving Mr. McMichael are his wife, Mrs. Dovie Lummus McMichael, Jackson; a brother, J. R. McMichael of College Park; an aunt, Mrs. L. T. O'Neal of Jackson; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Lamar Bond, Perry O'Neal, George Black, Russell Cawthon, William Meredith and Curtis Williamson.
     
McMichael, Charles Edgar
Jackson Progress-Argus Oct 5 1956
Edgar McMichael Died Friday at Jackson Home
     Funeral services for Charles Edgar McMichael, 64, prominent Jackson business and civic leader, were held Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock at the Stark Methodist Church, with the Rev. Don Welch and Rev. Lamar Watkins officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery under the direction of Haisten Funeral Home.
     A sudden heart attack seizure proved fatal to the well-loved merchant about 8 o'clock Friday evening at this Jackson home on Indian Springs Street, where he was recuperating from a recent heart attack. He had returned the day before from an Atlanta hospital where he had undergone treatment of a heart condition.
     One of the best known Methodist laymen in middle Georgia, he served for 37 years as Superintendent of the Jackson Methodist Sunday School and as a member of the Church's Board of Stewards. More recently, when he transferred his membership to the Stark Methodist Church, he was a Steward in that church.
     Possessing a fine voice, he was much in demand as a singer and song leader and sang for many years in the choir at the Jackson Methodist Church.
     In the civic field, he proved his leadership by serving as one of the most able and progressive presidents the Jackson Kiwanis Club ever had. Before the Jackson and Butts county school systems were consolidated, he served for a number of years as a member of the Jackson Board of Education.
     Beginning his mercantile career at the old Pepperton Store, he formed a partnership several years ago with H. M. Moore and the two made their firm, Etheridge-Smith Co., a center of Jackson's business life.
     As vice-president ands secretary of the firm in charge of the men's department, his warm and wholesome personality endeared him to hundreds of customers who sought his advice and council in matters of dress.
     Survivors include his wife; daughter, Mrs. Mike Allen, Decatur; twosisters, Mrs. Alice Williams and Mrs. Wayman Cole, Jackson; three brothers, Joe McMichael, Jim McMichael, and Emerson McMichael, all of Jackson; two grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were the following nephews: Tommy McMichael, Johnny O'Neal, Asa O'Neal, Morris Williams, Herbert Williams, Warren McMichael.

McMichael, Charles M.
Jackson Progress Argus 12 May 1982
     Charles M. McMichael, 57, of 2174 North Rd., Snellville died Wednesday, May 5 following a lengthy illness.
     A native of Jackson Mr. McMichael was retired building contractor and tax consultant. He was a member of the Snellville United Methodist Church.
     Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Betty Burford McMichael; children, Mr. and Mrs. Chuck McMichael of Stone Mountain and Mr. and Mrs. Larry Titshaw of Snellville; three grandchildren, Paul McMichael of Stone Mountain, Allison and Jackie Titshaw of Snellville; a sister, Mrs. Arthur Stodghill Jr. of Jackson.
     Funeral services were conducted Friday at 2 p.m. at the Snellville United Methodist Church with Rev. Phil DeMore and Rev. David C. Gilleland officiating. Burial was in the Eternal Hills Memory Gardens in Snellville.
     Tom Wages Funeral Home of Lawrenceville was in charge of arrangements.
     
McMichael, Charlie Lovard
Jackson Progress-Argus, June 23, 1949.
Lovard McMichael, Former Resident, Died in Explosion.
     Jackson and Butts county friends of Mr. and Mrs. Lovard McMichael of Jacksonville, Fla., regret to learn of Mr. McMichael's tragic death June 16. Mr. McMichael, assistant city electrician of Jacksonville and a group of workers were in a room Wednesday night when a sudden explosion or flash, the origin of which has not been determined, severely burned all of them. Removed to a hospital, Mr. McMichael died at noon Thursday.
     He was a son of Mrs. Lucy McMichael of Jacksonville and the late Mr. Emmett McMichael of the Cedar Rock community. He was 44 years old. He was a nephew of Mrs. J. H. Holifield and Mr. Bob McMichael of Jackson.
     Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon in Jacksonville and interment was in that city. He was a member of Cedar Rock church.
     Survivors are his wife, mother, Mrs. Lucy McMichael; two sisters, Mrs. J. M. Bowden and Mrs. Jack Dickerson, both of Jacksonville, and a brother, L. D. McMichael, also of Jacksonville.
     Among those attending the funeral from here were Mrs. L. T. O'Neal, Mrs. Irene Meadows, Mr. F. H. Morgan, Mr. John Robert McMichael, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Lummus, Mr. Bob McMichael, Mrs. Homer Phillips of Atlanta joined the relatives here for the trip.

McMichael, Charlie Vaud
Jackson Progress Argus 12 Sep 1979
McMichael Rites Held Friday
     Funeral services for Mr. Charlie V. McMichael, 86, of Route one, Jackson, were held Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock in the Macedonia Baptist Church. The Rev. Ralph Goodwin, Rev. Maxie Threatt and Rev. Brady Blalock officiated and intermernt was in the church cemetery.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. McMichael died Thursday morning at the Griffin-Spalding Hospital where he had been a patient for a week.
     A native of Butts County, he was the son of the late Thomas Franklin McMichael and the late Nancy Cole McMichael. He was a retired farmer and member of the Macedonia Baptist Church.
     Survivors include three sons, Charlie McMichael, Jr., James McMichael and Ed McMichael, all of Jackson; two daughters, Mrs. Dorothy Norris and Mrs. Catherine Fincher, both of Jackson; 11 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were J. T. Young, Leroy Young, Stone Young, Gene Almond, Charles Hamlin and Ernest Watkins.

McMichael, David Griffin
  The Jackson Progress-Argus March 2, 1934
Mr. D. G. McMichael Passed Away Friday
Was one of Butts county's most beloved citizens. Had Long And Useful Career. Prominent Mason
     Following an illness of less than a week, Mr. David Griffin McMichael, one of Butts county's most prominent and beloved citizens, passed away Friday morning at 2 o'clock. He became ill Sunday and suffered from pneumonia, which proved too much for his strength.
     Mr. McMichael was born August 12, 1850, and would have been 84 years of age in a few months. He was the son of Rev. William G. McMichael and Mrs. Emily Gaston McMichael, prominent residents of the county. His father was a beloved Baptist minister and is remembered with deep affection by many of the older citizens. Mr. McMichael was connected with families prominent in the affairs of the county since it was first settled.
     With the exception of a few years spent in Texas, Mr. McMichael had lived in Butts county all his life. He was formerly engaged in the mercantile here and later was a druggist, being a member of the firm of Slaton Drug Company. He gave up active business a year or two ago. Through his business connections, Mr. McMichael was widely known. He possessed an agreeable personality and made friends easily. His entire business career was marked by his principals of honesty and entire integrity. He was kind, courteous and tactful in all his business and social relations.
     Mr. McMichael was one of the oldest and most prominent Masons in the state. He was made a Master Mason on March 26, 1881, and for more than fifty years had been a faithful and loyal member. He filled offices in various Masonic bodies in Jackson, embracing the blue lodge, chapter and commandery. He served as captain of the host in Jackson chapter for more than fifty years and had been prelate of the Alexlus Commandery No. 22, Knights Templar since its organization in 1907, with the exception of one year when he was eminent commander. His knowledge of Masonry was profound; his love for the order was deep and abiding. He was also a member of the Ancient Arabic Order Nobles of the Mystic Shrine, being one of the first Butts county citizens to join. He proved a guide and inspiration to many younger Masons.
     While Masonry brought him comfort and satisfaction, his yearning for higher spiritual values found expression in the church. Uniting with the Jackson Presbyterian church some ten years ago, under the pastorate of the late Rev. J. W. Stokes, Mr. McMichael, was a loyal and devoted member. As a member of the Sunday school he showed that he had been carefully tutored in the Scriptures and that he read and studied and pondered the great truths contained therein. He was intensely loyal to the church and Sunday school and was an Elder in the church. He lived an exalted Christian life and no member was truer to his church vows. Here he found full expression for his deeply pious nature.
     Mr. McMichael was universally honored, loved and respected.
     He is survived by only one brother, Judge J. A. McMichael, Clerk and Treasurer of the city of Jackson for many years; several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services for this beloved citizen were held at the Jackson Presbyterian church Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock. His pastor, Rev. G. L. Riddle, officiated and a choir composed of Mrs. S. H. Thornton, Mrs. J. C. Newton, A. F. Whitney and R. P. Sasnett rendered favorite selections. Relatives, friends and organizations showed their love by beautiful floral offerings.
     Alexius commandery of Knights Templar formed an escort and furnished the pallbearers. St. Johns lodge No. 45 had charge of the impressive services at the graveside and interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery.

McMichael, David Griffin
  Butts County Progress February 11, 1910
Mr. Dave McMichael Dies Here Saturday.
     After a short illness Mr. Dave McMichael died at the home of his mother on Indian Spring street Saturday night at 7:30 0'clock. He had been working for the Carlton Shoe Co. in Atlanta up until a short time ago when he became ill and was taken to a hospital and Friday night was brought to Jackson. Death was due to complication of diseases.
     Mr. McMichael, who was about 32 years of age, was the son of Mrs. McCune McMichael. He was a prominent young business man and had hundreds of friends who mourn his death. He is survived by his widow, who was Miss Doe, of Griffin, his mother Mrs. McCune McMichael, three sisters, Mrs. E. M. Boyd, of Florida, Mrs. Kate Valentine, Miss Maria McMichael, of Jackson, and one brother, Mr. William McMichael, of Macon.
     The funeral was held in Griffin Sunday afternoon and was largely attended. The family have the sympathy of a host of friends in their bereavement.

The Jackson Argus February 11, 1910
Mr. David J. McMichael Goes to His Eternal Home.
     After several months of ill health, Mr. David J. McMichael passed away last Saturday night at the home of his mother, Mrs. Nannie McMichael. He was born and reared in Jackson, and spent his life here until the last four years, when he was in business in Eatonton, Griffin and Atlanta. He made and held many strong friends by his quiet, gentle, unassuming manner. All through his life he showed such tender devotion to his mother, and when his health began to fail he wanted to be near her, and came with his wife and spent his last days here, receiving skilled medical treatment and tenderest nursing. Two weeks ago he went to Peachtree Heights Sanitarium, but finding his strength ebbing away he was brought home, and surrounded by his loved ones he passed away. From his own lips came the words "It's all right," which lessens the blow given by the Divine hand, for the heart-broken loved ones can join him in the land where there are no good-byes, no severing the tender ties.
     He leaves his wife, who was Miss Kate Doe, of Griffin, his mother, Mrs. Nannie McMichael, three sisters, Mrs. Kate Valentino, Mrs. E. M. Boyd, of Duval, Fla., Miss Marry McMichael, and a brother, Mr. William McMichael of Macon.
     The remains were carried to Griffin Sunday and interred in the cemetery there, to await the great resurrection day.

McMichael, Dovie Lois Lummus
Jackson Progress Argus 1983
     Mrs. Dovie Lois Lummus McMichael of 467 S. Mulberry St, Jackson, died Friday
morning at Westbury Nursing Home in Jenkinsburg where she had been a patient for two weeks.
     A native of Butts County, Mrs. McMichael was the daughter of the late John P. Lummus and Lucinda Waits Lummus and the widow of Carl C. McMichael. She was a member of the Cedar Rock Congregational Methodist Church.
     Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Minnie L. Bond of Jackson, and several nieces and nephews.
     Services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home with the Rev. J. L. Partain officiating . Burial was in the Cedar Rock cemetery.
     Pallbearers were Jesse James, Russell Cawthon, Harvey Bond, Alan Bond, Thomas Meredith, and W. C. Williamson.
     Haisten Funeral Horne was in charge of arrangements.

McMichael, Elizabeth Campbell
  The Jackson Progress-Argus February 5, 1926
Death Has Called Beloved Woman
     In the death of Mrs. Elizabeth McMichael, which occurred Saturday morning at 2 o'clock, at her home near Jackson, Butts county, lost one of its most prominent and widely beloved women. Born Dec. 1, 1838, she recently celebrated her eighty-eighth birthday, being one of the oldest residents of the county. Death followed an illness of only a few weeks.
     Mrs. McMichael was universally admired for her many lofty traits of character and her passing at a ripe age is mourned by a host of friends. She was Miss Elizabeth Campbell before her marriage and was the widow of the late Mr. Leroy McMichael, well known Confederate veteran and prominent citizen of Butts county. She had been a member of Towaliga Baptist church for a long number of years, uniting with the church when a young lady. Always showing keen interest in religious activities she exemplified in her daily fife the noblest of Christian virtues. She was truly a daughter of the Old South, and the McMichael homestead, with stately boxwoods, flowers and shrubs, was suggestive of ante-bellum days.
     She is survived by one son, Mr. L. J. McMichael, member of the Butts county police force; a sister, Mrs. W. T. Spinks, of Lithonia, Ga., two grandchildren, Mr. L. E. McMichael and Mrs. E. A. Godsey, of Jackson; three great-grandchildren, Nettie Lou and Sara Godsey and Elsworth McMichael Jr.
     Funeral services were held at Cedar Rock church Sunday morning.

McMichael, Elton L., Sr.
Jackson Progress Argus 30 Sep 1965
Mr. McMichael Died Tuesday
     Mr. Elton L. McMichael Sr., of Oxford, father of Mrs. Kenneth Welch of Jackson, died September 21st. Funeral arrangements will be announced by Caldwell & Cowan, Covington.

Jackson Progress Argus 30 Sep 1965
Rites Thursday In Covington For E. L. McMichael
     Mr. Elton L. McMichael, 57, father of Mrs. Kenneth Welch of Jackson, passed away at DeKalb General Hospital Tuesday morning, September 21st, apparently the victim of a heart attack suffered while working.
     Mr. McMichael was a carpenter subcontractor with his own crew and was working at the time of his fatal seizure. He was pronounced dead on arrival at the DeKalb hospital. He had resided a long number of years in Oxford where he was a member of the Baptist Church and a Navy veteran of World War II.
     Funeral services were conducted Thursday afternoon from the Caldwell and Cowan Chapel in Covington with the Rev. James West, pastor of the Walnut Grove Baptist Church, officiating. Interment was in Longwood Cemetery in Covington.
     Mr. McMichael is survived by his wife, Mrs. Nellie Jo Anderson McMichael; three sons, Paul H. McMichael, Virginia Beach, Va.; Elton L. McMichael Jr., Thomson; Olin McMichael, Oxford; four daughters, Mrs. Kenneth Welch, Jackson; Mrs. Jo Evans, Forest Park; Miss Linda McMichael and Miss Patsy McMichael, both of Oxford.

McMichael, Eugene Jefferson
Jackson Progress Argus, August 9, 1945
E. J. McMichael, Business Leader, Taken by Death
     Eugene Jefferson McMichael, 57 years of age, connected with widely known Butts county families, died Wednesday morning in an Atlanta hospital of a heart ailment. In declining health for several months, he suffered at heart attack Sunday and was removed to the hospital.
     Born and reared in the Stark community, he was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Jefferson McMichael, prominent pioneer residents who took an active part in the county's upbuilding. After attending schools here he engaged in a business career and his first connection was with the Carmichael Buggy Company. Later he was connected with banks in Locust Grove and when the Jackson National Bank was established he returned to Jackson and assumed a connection with that institution. Later he was engaged in banking in Canton, where he married Miss Brook Scoot.
     Entering the insurance field Mr. McMichael removed to St. Louis where he remained for several years. Returning to Georgia he became state manager of the American National Insurance Company of Galveston with headquarters on Atlanta.
     The family maintained a home in Decatur where Mr. McMichael was active in religious and civic and community affairs. He was a member of the Methodist church, the Lions club, and took an active part in war bond sales and all other constructive enterprises.
     Retaining through the years a keen personal interest in Butts county and its people, Mr. McMichael made frequent visits here. His cordial and friendly manner made him popular with all fortunate enough to know him.
     Survivors are his wife and three daughters, Misses Melissa, Ann and Mary Jean, all of Decatur; one brother, B. T. McMichael of Indian Springs; three half sisters, Mrs. Lucile Hodges, Mrs. Florrie Giles and Mrs. M. G. Finney.
     Funeral services were to be held at the First Methodist church in Decatur Thursday afternoon at 3:30 with Rev. George M. Acree, pastor, officiating. Burial will follow in the West View cemetery and Turner Funeral Home will direct arrangements.

McMichael, Eula Lee Thurston
Jackson Progress-Argus 4 Dec 1936
Mrs. McMichael To Be Buried Friday
     Funeral services , for Mrs. R. L. McMichael, former beloved Butts county woman whose death occurred Tuesday at Corbin, Ky., will be held Friday morning at 11 o'clock at Cedar Rock church. The passing of Mrs. McMichael brought regret to many friends in the county.
     The former Miss Eula Thurston, daughter of Mr., and Mrs. Tom Thurston, Mrs. McMichael resided here until a few years ago when the family moved to Corbin for residence. She was connected with well known families of the county and was a member of Cedar Rock church.
     In addition to her husband Mrs McMichael is survived by two sons, Messrs. C. C. and J. C. McMichael, of Jackson; a sister, Mrs E. R. Rich, of Locust Grove;.four brothers, Rev, E. C. Thurston, of Elberton; W. J, Thurston, of Corbin, Ky.; John Thurston, of Hampton, and Claude Thurston, of Jackson.
     
McMichael, George Emmett
  The Jackson Progress-Argus June 16, 1922
Mr. G. E. McMichael Summoned By Death.
     After a critical illness of ten days or two weeks, but following a period of ill health extending over years, Mr. G. E. McMichael, well known citizen of the county, died at his home near Cedar Rock church Friday morning at 1 o'clock. Acute Bright's disease was given as the cause of death. He had suffered for years with asthma and other complications and made a brave fight against seemingly unconquerable odds.
     The passing of Mr. McMichael brought genuine regret to a very large number of friends. He was one of the most highly respected citizens of the county, admired for his integrity, honesty and splendid character. Those who knew Mr. McMichael best attest to his many excellent traits.
     Member of the prominent McMichael family of Butts county, the deceased had lived here all his life. He was a member of Cedar Rock church. He served one term as tax receiver of the county a few years ago, his administration being marked by the faithful and conscientious performance of duty. Mr. McMichael would have been 49 years of age in July.
     He is survived by his wife, who was a Miss Ellis of Butts county before her marriage; two daughters, Mrs. J. M. Bowden, and Miss Laura Kate McMichael; two sons, _____ of Florida and Leonard of Butts county; one brother, Mr. R. L. McMichael, of Jackson.
     Funeral services were held at Cedar Rock church Saturday morning at 11 o'clock, many friends and relatives gathering for a last tribute of respect. Interment was in the church cemetery.

McMichael, Gertrude Maddox
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Feb 1966
Mrs. McMichael Buried Sunday At Cedar Rock
     Mrs. Gertrude Maddox McMichael, 78, of 212 East College Street, died at her residence Friday morning following a lengthy period of declining health.
     Known to her friends as "Miss Trudie," Mrs. McMichael was born in Butts County, daughter of the late Mr. Jim Maddox and Mrs. Hattie Thaxton Maddox. She was the widow of the late LeRoy J. McMichael, retired bus station operator and lifelong resident of Butts County. Mrs. McMichael was a member of the Jackson Presbyterian Church.
     Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon from the First Baptist Church with the Rev. Robert Thompson, pastor, Rev. Ray Dunahoo, pastor of the Jackson Methodist Church, and Rev. Jerry Tabler, pastor of the Jackson Fellowship Presbyterian Churches, officiating. Interment was in Cedar Rock Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. McMichael is survived by one brother, Mr. Glen C. Maddox of Jackson; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Hollis Maddox, Herman Maddox, Lawrence Maddox, Randall Maddox, Levie Maddox and Ellis Stewart.

Jackson Progress Argus 24 Feb 1966
Step-children of Mrs. Mcmichael Omitted
     In the obituary of Mrs. L. J. McMichael in last week's paper the names of two step-children were inadvertently omitted. Among the survivors should have included step-children, Mrs. E. A. Godsey, Jackson; Elsworth McMichael Sr., Augusta; and several grandchildren.

McMichael, Harriet
Jackson Progress-Argus January 26, 1917
Aged Negro Woman Stricken Suddenly
     Aunt Harriet McMichael, the estimate of whose age runs all the way from 100 to 115 years, died suddenly at her home near Jackson Tuesday morning. She was looking about her house work when stricken with appoplexy (sic) and expired in a short time.
     Aunt Harriet was one of the oldest persons in the county. It is claimed by some colored folks that she was 115 years, but that figure is probably exaggerated. It is known, however, that she was very old, having been a grown woman when some of the "oldest inhabitants" were mere children.
     Before the war Aunt Harriet belonged to the Redman family.

McMichael, Hattie Elizabeth McBride
Jackson Progress Argus 29 Jun 1961
Mrs. McMichael, Jackson Native, Dies in Augusta
     Graveside services were held at Jackson City Cemetery for Mrs. Hattie McBride McMichael of Augusta on Saturday, June 24, at 4 p. m. following funeral services in August at 11 a. m.
     Mrs. McMichael was born and .educated in Jackson. She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. H. C. McBride.
     She was married to Elsworth McMichael and had lived in Augusta for around 20 years. Mrs. McMichael was a member of the Methodist Church in Augusta.
     Her death on Thursday night, June 22, resulted from complications arising from an illness of around two months. She was 60 years old .
     Survivors include her husband; a sister, Mrs. R. R. Edwards of Jackson; one brother, Beamon McBride, of Macon; two sons, Elsworth McMichael Jr., of Mobile, Ala.; Lynwood McMichael, North Carolina; one daughter, Mrs. Tom Allgood, of Augusta; and seven grandchildren.

McMichael, Henry Aretas
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Feb 1975
Mr. McMichael Buried In Jackson
     Mr. Henry A. McMichael, 78, of St. Petersburg, Florida died Wednesday, February 12th, in St. Petersburg after a short illness.
     Mr. McMichael was a former resident of Jackson and a native of Butts County. He moved to St. Petersburg 23 years ago. A retired electrician and a veteran of World War I, Mr. McMichael was a member of the First Baptist Church of St. Petersburg.
     Graveside services were conducted Sunday afternoon at two o'clock in the Jackson City Cemetery with Rev. Don Folsom, pastor of the First Baptist Church of Jackson, officiating. The body arrived in Jackson Saturday afternoon. Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. McMichael is survived by a sister, Mrs. Ina Watkins, and a nephew, Joseph E. Bryan, Jr., both of St. Petersburg.

McMichael, Howell Lamar
Jackson Progress Argus 10 Jun 1987
     Howell Lamar McMichael, 67, of 58 S. Lee St., Forsyth, died Thursday night at the Monroe County Hospital after an illness of several months. Graveside funeral services were conducted Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Beersheba Baptist Church cemetery at Locust Grove with the Rev. Steve Hart officiating.
     Mr. McMichael was born in Butts County, Feb. 5, 1920, son of the late William C. McMichael and Estelle Bunn McMichael. A retired textile employee, he served in the Army in World War II and the Korean War.
     He was a member of the Baptist Church.
     Survivors include two sons, Lamar McMichael of Jackson and Cecil McMichael of Atlanta; daughter, Denise Lawton of Jackson; six grandchildren.
     Sherrell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

  McMichael, Ina Belle Moore
  Jackson Progress Argus 01 Mar 1965
Graveside Rites Wednesday For Mrs. McMichael
     Graveside services were held at 2:30 p. m. Wednesday, March 3, at Jackson City Cemetery for Mrs. W. H. McMichael, 72, who passed away March 1 at the home of her son, Billy H. McMichael Sr. in Birmingham, Ala.
      The former Miss Ina Belle Moore, she was born in Butts County, daughter of Mr. John A. Moore and Mrs. Annie Elizabeth Preston Moore. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Jackson and was a member of GIA 21 of the BSE and the National Association of Retired and Veterans Railway Employees. Her body lay in state at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Harry C. Taylor, near Mableton, until 8:30 a. m. Wednesday. Funeral services were held at 11:30 a. m. Wednesday at H. M. Patterson & Son, Cascade Hill Funeral Home. Rev. Gene Golden officiated at both services.
     Mrs. McMichael is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Harry C. Taylor, Austell; a son, Billy H. McMichael Sr., Birmingham, Ala.; two sisters, Mrs. George H. Mathewson, Jackson; Mrs. George M. Duncan, Atlanta; two brothers, Frank D. Moore and Herbert E. Moore, Jackson; a grandson, a granddaughter; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Thomas J. McMichael, Joseph M. McMichael, J. W. Smith, Grover M. Johnston, Henry W. Tippins and Wallace R. Bruckner.

McMichael, Infant
  Middle Georgia Argus September 29, 1882
     The little child of Mr. and Mrs. Reat McMichael died on Wednesday and buried in the City Cemetery on Thursday. We extend to the bereaved ones our deepest sympathy.

McMichael, Infant
  The Jackson Argus May 7, 1897
     A 2 year old child of Mr. and Mrs. Pollard McMichael was drowned in Jasper county last Sunday in a very peculiar manner. Mr. McMichael is a farmer living about three miles from Monticello, on a farm, and on Sunday afternoon his children were playing in a gully. They dammed the rain water, thereby making a little pool not more than two or three feet deep. All the children left the place except the babe, and were too far off at play to know of the accident. It seems that the baby was on the bank of the gully and fell into the pool and drowned before assistance came.

McMichael, Infant
  The Butts County Progress July 25, 1913
Death of an Infant.
     Friends sympathize with Mr. and Mrs. Sam McMichael in the death of their eight months-old infant, which occurred Thursday night, death having been caused by whooping cough. The funeral was held at Stark Methodist church Friday afternoon at four o'clock. Rev. M. S. Williams conducted the funeral services.

The Butts County Progress July 25, 1913
Tribute To Little Girl.
     On last Thursday, July 17th, God in His infinite mercy visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. Sam McMichael and took their little daughter, Mildred. She was just eight months and three weeks old. We do not understand why God saw fit to remove her from us so early, but we have one sweet assurance that the Lord giveth and the Lord taketh away. We are sure that today she is swinging on the pearly gates awaiting her father and mother.
     There is one sweet assurance for you father and mother, you cannot bring the child back to you, but you can so live in this life that you can go to her. The funeral services were held at Stark M. E. church, conducted by Rev. M. S. Williams of Jackson.
K. J. C.
  
  The Butts County Progress July 25, 1913
Stark.
     A very sad event of last week was the death of the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Sam McMichael. The child had been very sick fir some time with whooping cough and died Thursday. The funeral was held at Stark Methodist church and was conducted by Rev. M. S. Williams of Jackson. The parents have a large number of friends and relatives to sympathize with them in their great bereavement.
  
McMichael, Infant
  (See John Allen Carmichael below)
The Jackson Progress-Argus June 2, 1916
Death of Little Boy.
     The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. William C. McMichael died Friday afternoon, and the funeral was held at Bersheba, near Locust Grove, Sunday morning at 11 o'clock, Rev. Mr. Henderson officiating. The family have the sympathy of many friends in their bereavement.

McMichael, Infant
  The Jackson Progress-Argus December 3, 26, 1926
Death Of An Infant.
     Mr. and Mrs. John Robert McMichael have the sympathy of their friends in the death of their infant which occurred November 23.

McMichael, James Alexander
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Nov 1982
     James Alexander McMichael, 52, of Rt. 1, Jackson, died Friday al Georgia Baptist Hospital in Atlanta.
     Mr. McMichael was a veteran of the U.S. Army and was employed at the KYM Company for 28 years. He was the son of the Iate Charlie V. McMichael and' Bonnie Mae Young McMichael.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Jeanette Mask McMichael of Jackson; a son, Rocky McMichael of Jackson; two daughters, Miss Michelle McMichael and Mrs. Debra Peckeroff, both of Jackson; two brothers, Charlie and Ed McMichael, both of Jackson:; two sisters, Mrs. Dorothy Norris and Mrs. Catherine Fincher, both of Jackson; two grandsons, several nieces and nephews.
     Services were held Monday at 11 a.m. at Macedonia Baptist Church with Rev. Maxie Threatt officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.
     Sherrell Funeral was in charge of arrangements.

McMichael, James McCune
  Butts County Progress November 13, 1908
Death Of Prominent Citizen
     The death of Mr. J. M. McMichael, known locally as "Coon", occurred Sunday night at his home on Indian Springs Street at 11 o'clock. His death was due to a complication of diseases. At the time of his death Mr. McMichael was in his 69th year. He had been ill for only a few weeks, though he had been in declining health for some time.
     Mr. McMichael was one of the most prominent citizens of Jackson and Butts county. For about twenty years he was a member of the police force of Jackson and was a brave and efficient officer. He belonged to one of the oldest and most highly respected families in the county. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Nancy McMichael, two daughters, Mrs. Kate Valentine, and Miss Marie McMichael, two sons, Messrs. David and William McMichael.
     The funeral was held Monday afternoon at 3 o'clock, the services being conducted by the Rev. S. P. Wiggins, pastor of the Methodist church. The interment was in the Jackson cemetery. The esteem in which the deceased was held was attested by the fact that a large crowd of friends and relatives gathered to pay a last tribute of respect.

McMichael, James Madison, Judge
  The Jackson Progress-Argus February 18, 1921
     Following an illness of about two weeks, Hon. J. Matt McMichael, one of Butts County's best known and highly esteemed citizens, died at his home near Stark Wednesday morning at 1 o'clock. Several days ago he suffered a stroke of paralysis and recently his condition had been critical. Death was not unexpected but came as a profound shock to the family and hundreds of friends over the county.
     A native of Butts county where he had spent his entire life, Mr. McMichael was known and admired for his many good deeds, for his vigorous stand for law and order and better conditions. His passing is a distinct loss to the entire county. He had probably done more for the uplift and betterment of the county than any citizen who ever resided in the county.
     Mr. McMichael was 73 years of age. He was a prominent member of the Methodist church, was a Mason and for many years had served as president of the Butts County Sunday School Association. In tat position he had worked unceasingly to place Butts county in the front ranks as a leader in Sunday School work. He represented Butts county in the lower house of the general assembly in 1909 and 1910 and was the author of the bill appropriating money for the improvement of the state property at Indian Springs and was commissioner of this property at the time of his health.
     For eight years Mr. McMichael served as general manager of the farmers Union Warehouse Company and due in large part top his tireless energy this property was brought out of debt and placed on a sound financial basis. The company is now one of the most successful co-operative plants owned and operated by farmers in the entire state. He had long been prominent in the work of the Farmers' Union. He was a member of the Butts county Board of Registrars and was interested in a number of enterprises, in addition to being a large and successful farmer. He had been a consistent champion of the cause of temperance and his influence was on the side of every worth while movement.
     Mr. McMichael was a man of sunny disposition, easy to approach, cheerful, full of faith and hope. These qualities won for him a very large number of loyal and devoted friends among all classes and conditions.
     He is survived by his wife, who was a Miss Maddox before her marriage; three daughters, Mrs. Pink O'Neal, Mrs. T. E. Williams and Mrs. V. W. Cole; six sons, Messrs. Joe, Boyd, Edgar, Jim and Emerson McMichael, of Butts county and Walter McMichael, of Cuthbert; two sisters, Mrs. J. W. Andrews and Mrs. W. S. Cook.
     Funeral services were held at Stark church, of which he was a member, Thursday morning at 11 o'clock and a large concourse of relatives and friends gathered for a last tribute. Attesting the esteem in which the deceased was held were many beautiful floral offerings. The body was laid to rest in the church cemetery.

The Jackson Progress-Argus February 25, 1921
Mr. McMichael's Funeral Attended By Large Crowd.
Immense throng gathered to pay last tribute to civic leader and prominent man.
     The funeral of Hon. J. Matt McMichael, leading citizen of Butts county, whose death occurred on February 16, was held at the Stark Methodist church Thursday morning of the past week. One of the largest crowds ever seen at a funeral in Butts county gathered for a last tribute of respect to this civic leader and prominent man of affairs. It is estimated that more than one thousand persons were present, attesting in a striking way their esteem for a man who in life had been a community leader and builder.
     The Rev. E. C. Wilson, the pastor, conducted the service. After a few appropriate remarks, Mr. Wilson allowed time for friends of Mr. McMichael to say a few words. Among those who paid feelings and deserved tribute to the deceased were Dr. Robert VanDeventer, Mr. S. J. Smith, Mr. W. E. O'Neal, Mr. J. H. Carmichael, Rev. Adrian Warwick, Rev. J. R. Jordan, Mr. W. J. Bledsoe, Mr. S. M. Pope and Mr. W. J. Wood. Each of the speakers spoke of the worth, the lofty character, the good deeds, friendship and inspiring example of Mr. McMichael. The services were most impressive.
     Following the funeral services the remains were laid to rest in the church cemetery.

McMichael, Jennie Marie Washington
  The Jackson Progress-Argus July 17, 1925
Mrs. Jim McMichael Passes In Atlanta.
     Coming as a shock to the family and hundreds of friends was the death of Mrs. Jim McMichael, which occurred Wednesday night at 11 o'clock at the Georgia Baptist Hospital in Atlanta. She had been taking treatment therefore the past three weeks and on Tuesday underwent an operation. Her condition was thought to be improved and her passing came as a surprise.
     Mrs. McMichael, a bride of seven months, her marriage to Mr. Jim McMichael having taken place the past December, was a member of a prominent Butts county family. She was a member of Worthville Baptist Church and widely beloved for her many excellent traits of character. She was popular with all who knew her and had scores of friends who mourn her going away.
     Mrs. McMichael is survived by her husband, well known young Butts county farmer; four brothers, Messrs. L. L., L. R., L. J., and Horace Washington, the latter a patient at Wesley Memorial Hospital; four sisters, Mrs. J. H. Pope, Mrs. Jim Cowen, of Covington, Misses Cleo and Bernice Washington.
     Funeral arrangements have not been completed.
     
McMichael, Jesse
Jackson Progress-Argus, July 10, 1947.
Jesse McMichael Claimed by Death.
     Jesse McMichael, 67 years of age, died at his home near Jackson, July 4 at 5:15 p.m. after a long illness. Son of the late J. Frank McMichael and Mrs. Nancy Cole McMichael, he was descended from families long influential in the county. He died at the home where he was born and reared and had spent all except two years of his life. A successful farmer, he was a member of Cedar Rock church and was highly esteemed for his sterling character.
     Survivors are two brothers, C. V. And W. C. McMichael of Jackson; two sisters, Mrs. Susie Young of Griffin and Mrs. Allie Cornett of Jackson; several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were held at Cedar Rock church Sunday at 3:30 and Rev. Ralph Goodwin officiated. Burial was in the churchyard and Thornton Funeral Home had charge of plans.
     The pallbearers were William Young, J. F. Young, George Leonard Bunn, William Odell Bunn, Arthur Reid Conner, Barkley Conner.

McMichael, John Allen
  (See Carmichael Infant above)
Butts County Progress July 7, 1916
     John Allen, the five year old son of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. McMichael, died at the home of his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Moore, in this city Thursday afternoon of last week. The little fellow had been sick only a few days and was brought from Macon to Jackson, hoping that a change would be beneficial. He was an only child and a great favorite with the family and all who knew him, and the family have the sympathy of many friends in their bereavement.
     The funeral was held Friday morning at 10 o'clock, Dr. R. VanDeventer conducting services. The interment was in the city Cemetery.

McMichael, John Leroy
  Middle Georgia Argus April 24, 1888
Cedar Rock
     John Leroy, the little 3-year old son of Mr. Jeff McMichael died last week.

McMichael, John Matt
  The Jackson Progress-Argus May 11 1928
Jno. M. McMichael Yields To Death.
Butts County Treasurer, injured in fall, passes after illness of several weeks, leading citizen.
     Mr. John Matt McMichael, treasurer of Butts county for the past two terms, died at his home on Indian Springs street Thursday afternoon at 5:40 o'clock. His condition had been the cause of concern to the family and friends for several days. A very large number of friends were pained to learn of the passing of this sterling citizen and county official.
     Several weeks ago Mr. McMichael, while attending court in Forsyth, slipped ad fell, sustaining painful injuries. While recuperating he suffered a second fall, at his home here, and recently complications developed that sapped his strength and vitality.
     Mr. McMichael, who was 71 years of age was one of the county's best known citizens. He was a son of Mr. Leroy McMichael and Mrs. Tabbie McClune McMichael, pioneer residents of this section, being connected with a prominent middle Georgia family. A good many years ago he served as a mail clerk on the Southern Railway, and afterwards was engaged in farming. Upon being elected he moved to Jackson where he has resided for several years. He was twice elected treasurer, serving two terms of four years each, his serving in that office probably establishing record.
     Mr. McMichael was a member of the Macedonia church and was actively affiliated with St. Johns lodge of Masons. He was recognized as a man of upright and honorable character and had a large number of friends. He had a large family connection throughout this section.
     He is survived by his wife, who before marriage, was Miss Sallie Bailey; a half brother, Mr. L. J. McMichael, deputy game and fish warden for this territory; two nieces. Mrs. Kate Valentine and Miss Marie McMichael.
     Short funeral services were held at the Jackson cemetery Friday afternoon, with Rev. W. S. Adams and Rev. A. Ernest officiating. The Masons had charge of the services at the graveside. Pallbearers were Messrs. A. C. Finley, C. T. Thornton, Van Jones, T. E. Robinson, H. M. Moore, J. C. Newton. Interment was in the family lot in the Jackson city cemetery.

McMichael, John Robert
Jackson Progress Argus 08 Jul 1992
     John Robert McMichael died July 5 at Westbury Medical Care Home in Jackson.
     Graveside funeral services were held July 7 at Macedonia Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Rodney Awtry officiating.
     Mr. McMichael, a retired carpenter, was born September 20, 1897 in Henry County. He was the son of the late Robert Lee "Bob" McMichael and the late Eula Thurston McMichael. His wife was the late Willie Duke McMichael. He was a member of the Macedonia Baptist Church.
     Survivors include several nieces and nephews and other relatives including Edwina Beatty of Savannah; Mrs. Billie Moore, Sara McClure, James C. Lamb, Mrs. Bill McMichael and Louise Cook, all of Jackson; Rudolph Hodges of Marietta; Sylvia McLain of Lexington, S.C; Margaret Figueroa of Clarksville; Mrs. Martial Hagler of Daytona Beach, Florida.
     Sherrell Funeral Home in Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

McMichael, John Thomas
Jackson Progress-Argus 25 May 1939
J. Tom McMichael Dies In Decatur
     The death of Mr. J. Tom McMichael, 59 years of age, former Jackson police officer and for many years connected with the Southern Railway System as freight agent at Jackson, occurred Wednesday morning at his home in Decatur.
     Many relatives and friends in Butts county are distressed to learn of Mr. McMichael's death. He was born here, a son of the late Mr. Hilley McMichael and Mrs. Susie Thurston McMichael, families connected with the affairs of the county since pioneer days.
     Mr. McMichael was freight agent of the Southern for many years and also served as policeman at the depot. Later he was employed as member of the police force uptown. Several years ago the family moved to Decatur for residence. He was a member of the Methodist church, of St. Johns lodge of Masons, and held membership in the Woodmen of the World and the Brotherhood of Railway Clerks. A man of agreeable personality and strict integrity, Mr. McMichael had hosts of friends in this section.
     He is survived by his wife, the former Miss Alma Faulkner; four daughters, Miss Mary Ruth McMichael, Mrs. S. D. Lee, Mrs. Davis Tarrer and Mrs. Charles Whitaker; three brothers, George McMichael, of Milledgeville; Troy J. McMichael, of Monticello and Walstine McMichael, of Atlanta; a sister, Mrs. John Leamon, of Miami, and three grandchildren.
     Funeral services were to be held at Trinity Chapel in Decatur Thursday afternoon at 2:30, with Rev. Robert W. Burns and Rev. E. Rudisill officiating. Burial will in the Decatur cemetery.

McMichael, Joseph Aretas, Judge
  The Jackson Progress-Argus March 6, 1936
Judge M'Michael Called By Death.
Former city clerk and treasurer and prominent Confederate leader passed away Sunday.
     The death of Judge Joseph Aretas McMichael, 88 years of age, one of Butts county's best known citizens, occurred at his home on South Oak street Sunday afternoon at 3:30. Ill for two days of bronchial pneumonia, his passing came as a shock to his host of friends.
     Until his last illness, Judge McMichael was active in business affairs. He was at his office Friday afternoon, and not feeling well returned home early and developed pneumonia that proved too much for his strength and years.
     One of the four surviving Confederate veterans in Butts county, Judge McMichael had long been prominent and active in community life. For many years he had served as justice of the peace in Jackson district, an office he served with ability. He served as city clerk and treasurer for 25 years giving up that post the past January because of advancing years. His service to the city was marked by rugged honesty, conscientious application to duty and loyalty to the interests of all citizens. He served a term as clerk of Butts county superior court.
     Born in Butts county, Judge McMichael was connected with families prominent in the county's progress since its settlement. He was a son of the late Rev. William G. McMichael and Emily Gaston McMichael. His father was a pioneer Baptist minister of this section. He was the last member of a large family, the death of his brother, Mr. D. G. McMichael, having occurred two years ago.
     As a lad of sixteen he enlisted in the Confederate Army and fought in the battle of Atlanta and other engagements. He had an abiding love for the Confederate cause, manifested by long service as Adjutant of Camp Barnett No. 1114 of Butts county, his attendance at many of the state and national reunions. He served on the staff of many of the Georgia commanders and the past year was honored with election as commander of the West Georgia Brigade of the Georgia Division. Judge McMichael was particularly well informed on matters relating to the Confederate cause and recalls with vivid interest the march of Sherman's army through Butts county in 1864. His mind was a rich storehouse of local history.
     In the duties of his office as clerk and treasurer of this city he gave loyal service and city authorities placed the utmost confidence in his business judgment. Teachers in the Jackson public found in him a true friend and he always supported the cause of education. A man of discerning judgment, Judge McMichael was well informed and expressed his views and convictions openly. He was never a straddler on any question. He was a Democrat of the old school, and believed in clean and honest government.
     His scrupulous honesty, his high character, his frank and open manner won the esteem of many friends. He was loved and respected by the community at large.
     Judge McMichael is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Bertha Bryan, of St. Petersburg, Fla., Mrs. Lucile Dozier, of LaGrange, Miss Ina McMichael, of Jackson and a son, Mr. Henry McMichael, of Jackson; one granddaughter, Miss Elizabeth Dozier, of LaGrange; two grandsons, Mr. J. E. Bryan, of St. Petersburg, Fla., and Mr. H. L. Dozier, of Sylacauga, Ala.; one great granddaughter, Betty Ann Bryan and a great grandson, Joseph E. Bryan of St. Petersburg, Fla. Funeral rites were held at the home Monday afternoon at 3 o'clock, and a tribute of respect to this prominent citizen all business houses were closed during the funeral hour. Rev. R. B. Harrison, of the First Baptist church, assisted by Rev. R. P. Etheridge, of the Methodist church conducted the service, attended by a large number of relatives and friends. Mrs. T. A. Rape, Mrs. J. C. Newton. Messrs. J. C. Kimbell and Howard Perdue sang favorite hymns, and the handsome floral offerings attested the love of friends, relatives and organizations.
     
McMichael, Joseph Emory
Jackson Progress Argus 03 Feb 1958
Funeral Rites Held Monday for J. E. McMichael
     Funeral services for Joseph Emory McMichael, 84, one of Butts county's most influential and respected citizens, were held Monday afternoon at 4 o'clock from the Stark Methodist Church with Rev. Don Welch and Rev. W. C. Bowen officiating.
     Interment was in the Jackson City cemetery, under the direction of Haisten Funeral Home.
     Death came to the businessman farmer early Saturday morning in an Atlanta hospital, where he was carried after suffering a heart attack at his farm home, three miles north of Jackson.
     Always progressive and constructive in his business dealings, for a number of years he owned and operated one of the county's first cotton gins.
     In addition to his large farming operations, he owned a sawmill, and dispensed with a lavish and generous hand the finished timber products to churches, schools and other philanthropic causes in the county.
     As a member of the Stark Methodist Church and a long-time member of its Board of Stewards, he supported its every cause with a generous hand and gave lifelong direction to the administration of its affairs. He also served as recording Steward of the Jenkinsburg charge for a number of years and church and parsonage Trustee of the Stark Church.
     His influence reached into the business field and he was a director ,of two Jackson business firms, the Jackson Ice Corporation and the Farmers Union Warehouse.
     For a number of years he lent his administrative ability to the direction of the county's school affairs, serving as a member of the Butts County Board of Education.
     Survivors include 10 daughters, Mr. Ira T. Cousins, Newberry, S. C.; Mrs. Howard Nix Tate; Miss Lois McMichael, Atlanta; Mrs. J. C. Richardson, Athens; Mrs. F. D. Hopkins, Jacksonville, Fla.; Miss Virginia McMichael, Atlanta; Miss Elizabeth Mc Michael, Jackson; Mrs. Dan E. Murphree, Fall Church, Va.; Mrs. V. H. Ham, Jackson; and Mrs. Hugh H. Morris, Montgomery, Ala.; a son, Warren B. McMichael, Jacksonville; two sisters, Mrs. Weyman Cole and Mrs. Emmett. Williams, Jackson; two brothers, J. M. and R. E. McMichael, Jackson; 16 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
     Serving as pallbearers were Herbert Williams, Morris Williams, John O'Neal, Clayton O'Neal, Charles McMichael and Asa O'Neal.

Jackson Progress Argus 20 Nov 1958
A Resolution On Death of Joe E. McMichael
     We, the members of Stark Methodist Church, pay tribute to one of our beloved members, Joseph E. McMichael, who recently left us for his new home "Over Yonder". His favorite pew is empty, his words of greetings are silenced, and his slight chuckle of laughter is missed. Our hearts are saddened, but there is a ray of joy in the thought that we had the privilege to know and work with such a person.
     Our church is a richer church by the years of service he gave to it. The 65 years he was a member were years of rewarding experiences when he gave his talents, his material possessions and his countless hours of labor to his church. The 61 years he served as a Steward and the many years as trustee are reflected in our church today. We sought his advice and followed his guidance when the clouds hung over the church and we listened to his words of wisdom when the days were brighter. As we sit in the sanctuary we see the careful worksmanship of his hands as he lovingly repaired and made additions to the church building. We still hear his words of praise "that's just right" to a younger member for a task accomplished and we feel his presence in every plan for the advancement of God's Kingdom. Not only did he give the timber of his forest for beautifying of God's House, but by the example of his everyday life he helped to build out of the timber of other people's lives not a hut but a mansion. Mere words will not describe his loyalty and devotion to his church and its cause.
     We love and honor him not as a person who wanted praise, but rather for his humility, gentleness of spirit, generosity and the many other fine qualities that made him affectionately known as "Mr. Joe".

McMichael, Joseph F., Jr.
Jackson Progress Argus 05 Jun 1975
Mr. McMichael, Jasper Treasurer, Died May 23
     Mr. Joseph F. McMichael, Jr., widely known Jasper County citizen and county treasurer for the past 18 years, died Friday, May 23rd, at Jasper Memorial Hospital following a brief illness. He was 52 years of age.
     Mr. McMichael was the son of the late Mr. Joseph F. McMichael and Mrs. Lena Elliott McMichael of Monticello. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Mr. McMichael was a member of the Monticello United Methodist Church, the American Legion, and Veterans of Foreign Wars.
     Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon, May 24th, at three o'clock from the Monticello United Methodist Church with the Rev. Henry Norris officiating. Burial was in West View Cemetery with Jordon Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. McMichael is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mabel Stone McMichael of Monticello; two daughters, Mrs. Danny Jones of Carrollton and Mrs. Wayne Dooley of Jackson; one son, Joe McMichael of Monticello; four sisters, Mrs. Lillian Cole of Augusta, Mrs. Harvey Lane, Mrs. Melvin Ozburn, Mrs. Grace Nelson, all of Monticello; two brothers, Eugene McMichael and Valvard McMichael, both of Monticello; and two grandchildren.
     Pallbearers were Danny McMichael, Mike Polk, Malcom McMichael, Emory Holland, Charles Stone, Jimmy McMichael, Jim Stone and Lee Neal. Members of American Legion Post No. 110 served as honorary escort.

McMichael, Joseph Franklin
  The Jackson Progress-Argus January 25, 1918
  Mr. J. F. McMichael Passed Away Saturday
Well known citizen passed away Saturday morning
     Following an illness of several weeks, Mr. J. Frank McMichael, one of the county's most highly esteemed citizens, died at his home near Jackson, Saturday morning at 1 o'clock. Death was due to a complication of diseases, and came as a surprise to a large body of friends.
     Mr. McMichael was 65 years of age. A native of the county, where he spent all his life, he was regarded as an upright and honorable citizen. Mr. McMichael was an authority on the weather conditions and his predictions were widely quoted.
     He is survived by his wife, who was a Miss Cole before her marriage, three sons, Messrs. James, William and Charlie McMichael; three daughters, Mrs. Stone Young, Mrs. T. B. Conner and Miss Allie McMichael, all of Butts county.
     The funeral was held at Cedar Rock at 12 o'clock, noon, Monday, Rev. S. R. England, pastor of the Jackson Methodist church officiating. Interment was in Cedar Rock cemetery.

McMichael, Josie Estelle Bunn
Jackson Progress Argus Jun 17 1971
Mrs. McMichael Passes After Long Illness
     Mrs. Josie Estelle Bunn McMichael, 81, of 460 Lyons Street, Jackson, died about 9:15 o'clock Friday morning, June 11th, in Sylvan Grove Hospital following a long period of ill health.
     Mrs. McMichael was born March 23, 1890 in Locust Grove to Mr. G. W. Bunn and Mrs. Louise Faulkner Bunn, both of Henry County. She was the widow of Mr. W. C. McMichael of Jackson and was a member of the Westside Baptist Church.
     Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock from the Westside Baptist Church with Rev. Larry Youngblood, pastor, and Rev. Roy Chapman of BArnesville, officiating. Interment was in Beersheba Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery at Locust Grove with Sherrell Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. McMichael is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Alton Kitchens of Jackson; a son, Howell McMichael of Jackson; five grandchildren; six great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Cecil McMichael, Lamar McMicahel, Oscar Bunn, Jr., Stone Young, Jr., and Preston Bridges.

McMichael, Julia A. Middle Georgia Argus June 17, 1884
Dead.
     It is indeed with sadness that we pen these lines announcing the death of Mrs. Julia A., wife of Rev. W. G. McMichael which occurred at 12 o'clock on Wednesday of last week, after a brief illness, in the 68th year of her age. This is the second bereavement of this kind that Mr. McMichael has sustained, having lost his first wife in 1856. In 1857 he was again united in matrimony to his late companion, who was a Mrs. Sims, of Newton county, and for twenty-seven they glided along the pathway of life in as happy a manner as two mortals could wish; and as the husband's children one by one (there were no children born in the second marriage) grew up to womanhood and manhood and left the old homestead, the good wife continued to administer to her husband's necessities as tenderly as if he had been a child. But today the cord is broken and "One is taken and the other is left." We deeply sympathize with this old father of Israel and his family in their bereavement and can only point them to one other tie on the other shore who will be "Waiting and watching for them, to come across the Strand.

Middle Georgia Argus July 15, 1884
Jackson Lodge, Good Samaritans
July 4th, 1884
     Since last we met death has entered the door to our lodge and called from her field of labor and love our sister Mrs. Julia A. McMichael, wife of our brother, Rev. W. G. McMichael. At the time of her death she was aged 68 years; was married Oct. 19th 1857, and had been a member of the Baptist church forty-five years.
     And whereas we should ever bow in humble submission to the will of him whom the angels delight to honor and glorify; and while we do not at all times understand the decrees of our Heavenly Father, and too oft in the weakness of our humanity refuse, for the time, to submit to the supreme mandates of the Great I Am. Yet it is proper and the duty of the true christian, the Good Samaritan, to yield with cheerful hearts to the will of him who is at the head of the Grand Lodge above.
     Therefore be it resolved first--- That in the death of our sister we recognize the loss of one whose christian virtues, gentle disposition, willing hand and loving heart claimed the deepest love of all who knew her and the sublime devotion of those by whom she was surrounded.
     Resolved 2nd: That in being taken away from us, the Church looses a bright and shining light, Society an ornament, and this Lodge a Good Samaritan, the true example of him when he saw the poor man by the wayside stripped of his raiment and wounded, had compassion on him and went to him and bound up his wound, poured in oil and wine and sent him on his own beast and brought him to an inn and took care of him.
     Resolved 3rd. That we extend to the bereaved family of our sister our deepest sympathy and tender as our only consolation that we know she is safe now in the arms of Jesus, reposing on His gentle breast where cares and trials come not to her again forever.
     Resolved 4th: That her life was one worthy of imitation and we will strive to emulate the example set us by her upright walk and christian conversation, her deeds of well doing and labors of love. That these resolutions be published in our county papers and the Christian Index.
Y. A. Wright, R. G. Bryans, Mrs. M. J. Swann, Mrs. Rose Carmichael, Mrs. M. V. McKibben. Committee.
  
McMichael, Lemuel Ellsworth
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Dec 1987
     Lemuel Ellsworth McMichael, 87, of Evans, Ga., died Saturday morning at the Humana Hospital in Augusta.
     The funeral was held Monday at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson with the Rev. Mack Tribble officiating. Burial was in the Jackson cemetery.
     Mr. McMichael was born in Butts County, son of Mr. and Mrs. L. J . McMichael. His wife was the late Hattie Elizabeth McBride McMichael. He was a divisional operator for the Georgia Power Co. until his retirement.
     Survivors include a son, L. L. McMichael of Wingate, N.C.; daughter, Edrie Lyle Ballard of Evans; sister, Madgie Godsey of Jackson; eight grandchildren; seven great grandchildren
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

McMichael, Leonard Doyle
Jackson Progress Argus 26 Sep 1963
L. D. McMichael, Former Resident, Died in Florida
     Leonard D. McMichael, former Jackson resident and former City Councilman of Jacksonville, Fla., died unexpectedly Monday, September 16, while enroute to a hospital. He lived at 3569 Capper Road, Jacksonville, Florida.
     Mr. McMichael was born and reared in Jackson, the son of the late J. E. McMichael and Mrs. Lucy Ellis McMichael. He has several nieces, nephews and cousins in Butts County.
     Mr. McMichael had lived in Jacksonville 41 years. He was employed in the maintenance supply department of the Jacksonville Police Department and formerly operated McMichael's Sundries on Pearl Street. He represented Ward One on the City Council from 1943 to 1947. He was a member of North Jacksonville Baptist Church where funeral services were held last week. Burial was in Evergreen Cemetery.
     He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Opie Stone McMichael two daughters, Mrs. Merlin T. Glenna and Mrs. Dale T. Beerbower; a son, Lamar S. McMichael; two sisters, Mrs. J. M. Bowen and Mrs. A. E. Dickerson, all of Jacksonville; four grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

McMichael, Leroy Jefferson (Roy)
  Jackson Progress Argus 14 Jul 1955
Last Rites Are Held Monday For L. J. McMichael
     Funeral services for Leroy Jefferson (Roy) McMichael, 81, who died Saturday night at his Jackson home following a long illness, were held Monday afternoon in the First Baptist Church at 3 o'clock.
     Mr. McMichael, a retired farmer, was former chief of the Jackson police force. He also served as one of the state's first game and fish warden in the early days of the State Game and Fish Commission. He was a graduate of Mercer University, a member of the First Baptist Church, and was active in and faithful to the work of the Masons.
     Mr. McMichael was born January 10, 1874, the son of Leroy McMichael and Mrs. Elizabeth Campbell McMichael. His wife is Mrs. Trudie Maddox McMichael, who survives.
     His body lay in state, at. the First Baptist Church from 2:15 until the funeral service at 3 p. m. Jackson ministers Rev. G. A. Briggs, Rev. Wade Bell, Rev. P. M. Minter and Rev. Ralph Goodwin officiated.
     Interment followed at the. Cedar Rock cemetery and the direction of Haisten Funeral Home. .
     Members of the county's Masonic lodges served as pallbearers and were in charge of the graveside rites. Active pallbearers were A. W. Newton, T. E. Robison, J. W. O'Neal, David Settle, Jimmy Earnhart and A. F. Armstrong,.
     Honorary pallbearers were H.O. Ball, G. E. Mallet, R. P. Newton, J. C. Newton, N. A. Powell and H. M. Moore.
     Survivors include, his wife, Mrs. Trudie Maddox McMichael; one son, L. E. McMichael, Augusta; daughter, Mrs. E. A. Godsey, Jackson; four grandchiIdren; eight great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

McMichael, Levi C.
Middle Georgia Argus March 17, 1893
A Suicide
     It is regret that it becomes our duty to mention the death of Mr. Levi McMichael, which was brought by his own hands on Monday. For a year or more the old man had been somewhat deranged and had often threatened to take his own life but had been prevented by a close watch. On the day mentioned he went up to Mr. Math Gaston's who is his son-in law, a thing he was accustom to doing and after staying a short while started towards home about 11 o'clock. He went only a short distance and climbed upon a fence, took off his suspenders and tied one end around his neck and the other to a limb of a tree and swung off into eternity. When he did not return at night an alarm was given and his family and neighbors started out to search for him and at 3 o'clock found his dead body dangling from a tree as above stated. The poor man had longer been a sufferer from a disease which had overbalance his mind and so he preferred death to living. His remains were laid away on Tuesday.
  
McMichael, Lois
Jackson Progress Argus 06 Nov 1991
     Miss Lois McMichael, 85, of 387 McCaskill Drive in Jackson died Wednesday, Oct. 30, at Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta.
     The funeral was held Thursday, Oct. 31, in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson, with Dr. Ann Nell Fletcher and the Rev. Jim Cantrell officiating. Burial was in the McMichael family lot at Jackson City Cemetery.
     Miss McMichael was born in Butts County, daughter of the late Joseph Emory and Nancy Virginia Maddox McMichael.
     She graduated from Jackson High School and Georgia State College for Women in Milledgeville.
     Miss McMichael taught school in Henry and Butts counties before moving to Atlanta to teach in the Fulton County School systems. For many years she taught at Morris Brandon School in Atlanta and retired in 1976, after a career spanning over 50 years.
     Miss McMichael was member the Butts County Retired Teachers Association, the Delta Kappa Gamma Honorary Society and Stark United Methodist Church. She was instrumental in organizing a Sons of the American Revolution chapter. Miss McMichael was a member of the William McIntosh Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution and served as the Genealogical, and Lineage Research chairman. From 1974 through 1990, she also served as chaplain, registrar, and historian. She devoted many years in researching and compiling the History of Butts County for the DAR, which was released in 1978.
     Survivors include her sisters, Evelyn Nix, Elizabeth McMichael, Frances Murphree, Helen Ham, and Gwendolyn Morris, all of Jackson; Bernice Cousins of Newberry, S.C., Marian Richardson of Athens, Virginia Mason of Atlanta, and Ruth Hopkins of Jacksonville, Fla.; brother, Warren D. McMichael of Jacksonville, Fla.; and many nieces and nephews.
     Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

McMichael, Lucy B. Ellis
Jackson Progress Argus 15 Aug 1963
Mrs. McMichael Died Friday In Jacksonville
     Funeral services of Mrs. Lucy Ellis McMichael, 86, of Jacksonville, Fla., formerly of Butts County, were held Sunday morning at 9:45, August 11, at Haisten's Chapel. Rev. Sidney L. Waterhouse, pastor of the First Baptist Church, officiated with interment in Cedar Rock Cemetery.
     Mrs. McMichael died Friday in Jacksonville. She had been in declining health for about 10 years.
     Mrs. McMichael was born in Butts County, the daughter of the late Mr. John Ellis and Mrs. Kate Dunn Ellis.
     Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Emma Jean Bowden and Mrs. Kittie Dickinson, both of Jacksonville, Fla.; a son, Leonard McMichael of Jacksonville, Fla.; a sister, Mrs. Frank Lummus of Jackson.
     Pallbearers were Terry O'Neal, Emerson McMichael, John Robert McMichael, Hulon Cook, Curtis Williamson, Russell Cawthon.

McMichael, Lula Robinson Fletcher
  The Jackson Argus May 9, 1913
Mrs. McMichael Dies At Age Of 52.
     Mrs. Lula Fletcher McMichael, wife of Judge J. A. McMichael, died this morning at 3 o'clock from an illness if five weeks duration.
     Surviving her are her husband, four children, two brothers and two sisters.
     Funeral arrangements have not been announced.

The Butts County Progress May 16, 1913
Prominent And beloved Woman Claimed By Death.
     A gloom was cast over the community last Friday morning when it was learned that Mrs. J. A. McMichael, one of the most beloved women in the county, had passed away. Mrs. McMichael's death occurred at 2 o'clock and followed an illness of about a month. A complication of diseases was the cause of death.
     The deceased was a member of one of the county's oldest and most prominent families. She was a woman of many admirable traits of character and had an unusually large number of friends who were pained to learn of her passing. The end came as an irreparable shock to the family.
     Mrs. McMichael, who was about 53 years of age is survived by her husband, Hon. J. A. McMichael, clerk and treasurer of the city of Jackson, three daughters, Mrs. Lucile Dozier, of LaGrange, Mrs. Bertha Bryant and Miss Ina McMichael, of this city; one son, Mr. Henry McMichael, of Jackson; two brothers, Messrs. J. W. and J. T. Fletcher, of this county; three sisters, Mrs. Emma Eliza Weems, of Clayton county, Mrs. E. J. McKibben and Mrs. W. D. Compton, of Butts county.
     The funeral was held at 10 o'clock Saturday morning. The services were conducted at the grave, Rev. James Bradley of the Presbyterian church officiating. In their bereavement the family have the sympathy of hosts of friends.

McMichael, Luther A.
Jackson Progress-Argus July 6, 1939
Two Killed, Two Critically Injured in Wreck at Four Points Tuesday Afternoon
Intersection Crash Costs Lives of Two Newton County Men. Driver of Other Car Arrested.
     Two people were instantly killed and five injured, two critically, in the collision of two automobiles four miles north of Jackson at the Covington-Jenkinsburg-Stark Highway intersection Tuesday afternoon about 4 o'clock.
     The dead are: James Maloy, 68, of Covington, and Luther A. McMichael, 24, also of Covington. Critically injured were Mrs. James Maloy and Charles Martin, who were rushed to a Covington hospital. Other occupants of the car and less seriously hurt were Mr. and Mrs. Clifford McMichael and Mrs. Luther A. McMichael.
     Lon E. Sullivan, state commissioner of public safety, reported the crash occurred when the car driven by Herman Stevens, of Atlanta, struck the rear of the car driven by Luther McMichael casuing the car to spin around and turn over several times.
     Other passengers in the car briven by Stevens were Herschel Williams, of Atlanta, Willie Mae Chandler, of Douglasville, and Ruth Watts, of Atlanta.
     Butts County Sheriff G. T. Thurston said Tuesday night that Stevens and Williams were being held on a manslaughter charge in the Butts county jail. State Trooper E. B. Harbin reported he had arrested Stevens and Williams in connection with the accident, after George Deeds, son-in-law of Maloy had sworn out a warrant.
     Mrs. James Maloy, 60, wife of on of the victims, is reported near death from a spinal injury and Charles Martin, 12, had his neck broken and is also suffering from severe spinal injuries.
     Another accident occurred within the city limits Tuesday when a heavily laden cantaloupe truck and a light sedan collided at the intersection of Indian Springs and Third streets. A young unidentified woman passenger of the sedan suffered a broken nose and face injuries and was taken to and Atlanta hospital. Damage to the car was estimated at about $75.

McMichael, Martha F.
  Butts County Progress July 5, 1912
Miss McMichael Passes To The Great Beyond.
Prominent lady died on Tuesday afternoon at age 79.
     Miss Martha McMichael, one of the most beloved women in the county, died here Tuesday afternoon at 12:30 o'clock.
     Old and infirm age and a general breakdown and other complications was the cause of death. Miss McMichael had been sick for several days and her death did not occasion surprise, but it brought regret to a wide circle of friends throughout the county.
     The deceased was 79 years of age having been born in November 1833. She was the oldest daughter of the late Rev. Billy McMichael, one of the most prominent ministers of his generation. Her life was devoted to helping those about her, and her kind, gentle and christian nature will be missed in the community. She easily endeared herself to those with whom she came in contact and many hearts are saddened by the news of her passing.
     Miss McMichael is survived by one sister, Mrs. Sue McMichael, of Atlanta[ three brothers, Messrs. J. A. and D. G. McMichael of this city, and Mr. S. E. McMichael, of Dekalb county, and a number of other relatives.
     The funeral took place Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the family burying ground. The services were in charge of Rev. J. Parry Lee, in accordance with the request of the deceased. A large number of friends and relatives gathered to pay a last tribute of respect to one whom in life they admired for her goodness of heart and unselfish character.
     A host of friends extend to the members of the family sincere sympathy in their great sorrow.

McMichael, Nancy M. Bailey
  The Jackson Progress-Argus May 20, 1921
Mrs. McCune McMichael Passed Away Wednesday.
     The many friends of Mrs. McCune McMichael, in Jackson and Butts county, were grieved to learn of her death, which took place Wednesday morning at her home in this city.
     Mrs. McMichael had been in ill health for some time and she spent the winter months in Florida with her daughter, Mrs. E. M. Boyd at Eagle Lake, Florida, hoping that the mild climate would benefit her health.
     She returned in the early spring and has been very feeble since. On Saturday she suffered as fall, the shock of which proved too great for her strength.
     Mrs. McMichael was a member of the Methodist church and was a woman of noble character and deep convictions. She reared a family of six sons and daughters, three of whom preceded her to the grave, Mr. Dan McMichael, Mr. William McMichael and Mrs. Pearl Thompson, of Eatonton.
     She was the widow of the late McCune McMichael, former postmaster of Jackson, and before her marriage Miss Nannie Bailey, daughter of one of the pioneer citizens of the county.
     The funeral services were conducted at the home Thursday morning at ten o'clock, Rev. J. R. Jordan having charge of the services.
     She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Kate Valentino, Miss Marie McMichael, of Jackson, and Mrs. E. M. Boyd, of Eagle Lake, Florida; three sisters, Mrs. R. A. Woodward, Jenkinsburg, Mrs. F. A. Williams, Lyerly, and Mrs. John M. McMichael, of Jackson; one brother, Mr. Stephen Bailey, of Griffin, and several grandchildren.

The Jackson Progress-Argus May 27, 1921
Funeral Thursday Of Mrs. McCune.
     Funeral services for Mrs. McCune McMichael, who died Wednesday morning of last week, were held at ten o'clock Thursday morning from the residence on Indian Springs street. The services were conducted by Rev. J. R. Jordan, of the Methodist church, of which she was a member.
     Three favorite selections of the deceased, "Jesus, Savior, Pilot Me," Safe in the Arms of Jesus," and "It won't Be Long, It May Be Soon," were sung by Mr. and Mrs. R. P. Sasnett, Mrs. H. R. Slaton, Mrs. W. W. Jamerson, Mrs. Avon Gaston and Mr. Edgar McMichael. Around the casket were banked the most beautiful of flowers. This tribute of love from her friends and loved ones seemed peculiarly fitting, since Mrs. McMichael was an ardent lover of lowers and found much pleasure in their culture.
     The pallbearers were Messrs. C. T. Beauchamp, H. R. Slaton, Levi Carter, H. L. Daughtry, J. G. McDonald, J. F. Ingram.
     The interment was in the Jackson cemetery.

McMichael, Nancy Virginia Maddox
Jackson Progress Argus 8 Apr 1932
     Friends in Jackson, Butts County and over the state were shocked to learn, Tuesday morning, of the passing of Mrs. Joe McMichael, which occurred at midnight Monday. Although she had undergone a major operation some time ago, it was thought that she had fully recovered. She was only ill from Sunday at noon until Monday at midnight when death relieved her intense suffering.
     Mrs. McMichael was born and reared in Butts County, and was the only child of the late Mr. William Henry Maddox, of this county, and Mrs. John W. Moore, who now resides in Jackson. She was connected with the prominent Lindsay and Maddox families of Butts and Spalding counties. She attended the Jackson Public Schools when they were known as Jackson Institute.
     Mrs. McMichael was widely known and beloved for her many beautiful traits of character. Her life was a shining example of all the cardinal virtues of true womanhood. Her home to her was a shrine, where the sweet fragrance of her love permeated all who dwelled therein. She was a devoted wife and mother and the quiet charm of her manner drew all to her in admiration and reverence.
     Next t o her devotion to her husband and children was her love for beautifying her home and flower gardens. Even to the casual passerby her home and grounds had a wonderful attraction and showed that a master hand had charge of them.
     She was a devout member of Stark Methodist church and lived a exemplary Christian life.
     Her family has the sincere sympathy of hundreds of friends in their great bereavement.
      Mrs. McMichael is survived by her husband, who is one of the **** and influential men in the county, ten daughters, Mrs. I. T. Cousins, of Newberry, S. C.; Mrs. Joel T. Richardson, of *****; Miss Evelyn McMichael, of ***, Ga.; Miss Ruth McMichael, of Jacksonville, Fla.; Misses Lois, Virginia, Elizabeth, Sara Frances, Helen and Gwendolyn McMichael, of Jackson; one son, Mr. Warren McMichael, who is a student. at Georgia Tech; her mother, Mrs. John W. Moore; her step-father, Mr. John W. Moore; one brother, Mr. H. M. Moore, of Jackson; one sister, Mrs. John W. Johnson, of Atlanta; two grandchildren, Joan and Warren Cousins, of Newberry.
     Funeral services were conducted Wednesday afternoon at two-thirty o'clock at the Jackson Methodist church with Rev. Mr. F. C. Wilson, of Atlanta, former pastor of the Stark Methodist church in charge of the services. He was assisted by Rev. T. H. Williams and Rev. R. C. Owen. The casket was hidden beneath a bower of beautiful blossoms, many handsome offerings being banked around the altar. These were sent by organizations, relatives and friends who admired this beloved woman for her many splendid qualities. The pallbearers were Messrs. Kirk Biles, Morris Williams, Fred Williams, Herbert Williams, Emerson McMichael and J. K. Sitton.
     Interment was in the family lot in the Jackson city cemetery.

McMichael, Pallie Tennyson Torbet
Jackson Progress 30 Jan 1975
Mrs. McMichael Was Buried Saturday
     Mrs. B. T. McMichael, 82, of Indian Springs, one of Butts County's most widely known women, died about four o'clock Friday morning, January 24, at the Medical Center of Central Georgia following a comparatively brief illness. She had been hospitalized for about six weeks.
     The former Miss Pallie Torbet, she was born in Monroe County on June 7, 1892, daughter of the late Mr. Robert B. Torbet and Mrs. Lucy Moore Torbet, both of Monroe County.
     She was the widow of Mr. B. T. McMichael and had lived at Indian Springs many years where she was widely known and highly esteemed. She was a member of the Flovilla United Methodist Church.
     Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at two o'clock from the chapel of Haisten Funeral Horne with the Rev. Don Harp and the Rev. James Jackson officiating. Interment was in Sandy Creek Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. McMichael is survived by seven daughters, Mrs. Margaret Greer of Indian Springs, Mrs. Ester Hogan of Dublin, Mrs. Lucille Brown of Macon, Mrs. Jean Goetz of Warner Robins, Mrs. Dorothy Duke of Jackson, Mrs. Jerry Kinard of Oxford, and Mrs. Pat Zontek of Tallahassee, Florida; four sons, Kyle McMichael of Jackson, Bob McMichael of Anderson, S.C., Jeff McMichael of Macon, and Frank McMichael of Indian Springs; 21 grandchildren; four great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers, all grandsons, were Victor Goetz, Stan Hogan, Ted McMichael, Michael Duke, Ronnie Kinard, and Cecil Brown.

McMichael, Ralph Emerson
Jackson Progress Argus 06 Jun 1982
     Ralph Emerson McMichael, 82, of Route 1, Jackson, the Stark Community, died Monday afternoon at the Coliseum Park Hospital in Macon following an illness of
several weeks.
     Mr. McMichael was born in Butts County the son of the late James Madison McMichael and the late Lucy Frances Maddux McMichael.
He was retired from Georgia power Company following 20 years of service and
was a school bus driver in Butts County for 15 years.
     He was a member of the Stark United Methodist Church where he served as treasurer of the Stark Cemetery Fund for many years. He was a Mason for over 50 years and a member of Ancient York Lodge at Worthville.
     Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Bill O'Neal McMichael; a brother, Jim McMichael of Jackson; and several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday afternoon at 3 p. m in the chapel of Haisen Home. Rev. Med Roach will officiate with burial following in the Stark United Methodist Cemetery
     Pallbearers include Herman Cawthon, Horace Cawthon, Millard Daniels, Stanley Thaxton, Donnie Thaxton, and Joe Bell.
     In lieu of sending flowers those desiring to may contribute to the Stark United Methodist Cemetery Fund in Mr. McMichael's memory.
     Haisten Home of Jackson made the arrangements.

McMichael, Ralph Griffin
  The Jackson Record February 1, 1907
Little Ralph McMichael Suicides With Shotgun.
     Jackson is suddenly shocked by the death of Ralph McMichael who committed suicide Wednesday night.
     Just as we go to press we learn the sad intelligence of the suicide of little Ralph, the eleven year old son of Hon. J. A. McMichael, a substantial citizen of Jackson.
The facts attending this sad happening is told by the father of the little boy as follows: The boy left school and went out in the country and spent Wednesday with a relative. On his return home I told him he must go back to school Thursday morning or I would whip him. He begged me not to make him go back.
     We missed him and about half past seven o'clock his sister was searching for him and just as she opened the door and looked into the rooms of the house, the gun fired.
     His sister screamed and thought she was shot. When I reached the room the boy was standing with the gun in his hand and as I ran into the room he reeled and fell.
     The shock to the family is a severe one and the Record extends its heartfelt sympathy. The McMichael family is very widely connected by relationship in the county. The mother was Miss Mollie Fletcher, the daughter of Hon. Henry Fletcher, who died ten years ago. Both the McMichael and Fletcher families are widely connected and known. The deceased was loved by his playmates and his tragic death will be a blow to each of them.
     The many friends of the family are moved with loving sympathy over the sad occurrence.
     The Lord has promised to weep with those who weep. May His tender loving sympathy succor, mother, father, sisters, brothers, kindred and friends in this hour of grief.

McMichael, Robert Lee
Jackson Progress Argus 20 Sep 1956
R. L. McMichael Buried Sunday At Cedar Rock
     Funeral services for Robert L. McMichael, 85, were held Sunday afternoon at 3:00 o'clock from the Cedar Rock Congregational Methodist Church with Rev. Lamar Watkins officiating. Interment was in the Cedar Rock Cemetery.
     Son of the late George McMichael and Laura Shields McMichael, he was a retired railroad worker and farmer. His death came Friday as the result of an extended illness. He was a member of the Cedar Rock Congregational Methodist Church.
     Survivors include two sons, Carl McMichael, Jackson, John Robert McMichael, College Park; a sister, Mrs. L. T. O'Neal, Jackson; .several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Perry O'Neal, Emerson McMichael, Jim McMichael, Tom Thurston, Lamar Thurston and Leonard McMichael.
     Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

McMichael, Robert Terrell
Jackson Progress Argus 14 Sep 1978
Anderson S. C. Rites Held For R. T. McMichael
     Funeral services for Robert Terrell McMichael, 59, of 2411 Lever Court, Anderson, South Carolina, were held Thursday, September 7th, at the chapel of Sullivan-King Mortuary of Anderson.
     Son of the late Benjamin Terrell McMichael and the late Pallie Torbet McMichael of Butts County, Mr. McMichael died Tuesday, September 5th, in the Anderson Memorial Hospital after a brief illness.
     Mr. McMichael was a retired agent of the Life of Georgia Insurance Company, was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church, Anderson Elks Lodge No. 1206 and Hiram Masonic Lodge.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Mildred Cromer McMichael; one son, R. T. "Terry" McMichael, Jr., of Greensboro, N.C.; two grandchildren; three brothers, Kyle S. McMichael, of Jackson, T. Jeff McMichael, of Macon, and B. Frank McMichael, of Indian Springs; seven sisters: Mrs. Margaret Greer, of Indian Springs, Mrs. Esther Hogan, of Dublin, Mrs. Jean Goetz of Warner Robins, Mrs. Dot Duke, of Jackson, Mrs. Jenny Kinard, of Covington, Mrs. Pat Zontek, of Tallahassee, Fla. and Mrs. Lucille Brown, of Macon.
     The Rev. Paul Smith and Rev. Doug Saxton officiated and interment was in the New Silver Brook cemetery under the direction of Sullivan-King Mortuary. Agents of the Life of Georgia Insurance Company served as honorary pallbearers.

McMichael, Sarah Antoinette O'Neal
  The Jackson Progress-Argus February 1, 1918
Mrs. L. J. McMichael Is Claimed By Death.
     Mrs. L. J. McMichael, 42 years old, died at her home a few miles from Jackson Sunday afternoon at 1 o'clock, following a protracted illness, While death was not unexpected, it nevertheless brought sadness to a wide circle of friends and acquaintances.
     Before her marriage Mrs. McMichael was a Miss O'Neal. She was a consecrated christian character, admired by all who knew her on account of her many excellent traits. Mrs. McMichael was a member of Cedar Rock Methodist church and took a prominent part in church and Sunday School work, being a teacher in the Sunday School.
     The funeral was held at Cedar Rock church Monday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock, Rev. S. R. England conducting the services. The pallbearers were six little boys, members of her Sunday School class, the other members of the class acting as an escort. Interment was in the Cedar Rock cemetery.
     Surviving Mrs. McMichael are her husband; two children, Mrs. A. E. Godsey and Ellsworth McMichael; her mother, Mrs. Lem O'Neal; one sister, Mrs. M. G. Bond; four brothers, Messrs. W. M., Eugene, L. S. and E. W. O'Neal, all of Butts county.
McMichael, T. J. Mr.
  Middle Georgia Argus October 12, 1893
Mr. T. J. McMichael Dead
     Mr. T. J. McMichael breathed his last on Wednesday afternoon after but one day's illness. He was in his usual good health up to Tuesday night, when he was violently with gravel, from which he suffered terribly for several hours and then sunk into a stupor, in which condition he lingered for seventeen hours and died. He was 66 years old on the 14th of last month. He was a chosen member of St. John's Lodge, F. & A. M., and lived squarely up to the tenets of the order. His remains were interred in the McMichael cemetery, just north of town, on Thursday, with Masonic honors. He leaves a wife and two small children, besides several grown children and hosts of friends to mourn his death.

McMichael, Sarah Jackson Bailey
Jackson Progress Argus 2 Oct 1931
Mrs. Sallie Michael Passed Away Saturday
     Following an illness of several weeks Mrs. Sallie Jackson McMichael, widow of the late Mr. John M. Mc Michael, former treasurer of Butts county, passed away at the home of her nieces, Mrs. Kate Valentino and Miss Marie McMichael, Saturday afternoon at 4:40. She suffered a stroke of paralysis several weeks ago and recently her condition had been serious.
     Mrs. McMichael was one of the county's oldest and (Host widely beloved women and her death brings sorrow to a host of friends. She was 81 years and nine months of age. She was a daughter of Mr. W. W. Bailey and Mrs. Margaret Crittenden Bailey, prominent early settlers of the county. She had spent a long, active and useful life in the county and was widely admired for her many fine qualities of character. Mrs. McMichael was a member of the Methodist church.
     Since the death of her husband, a few years ago, Mrs. McMichael had made her home with her nieces on Indian Springs street. She was a sister of the late Mrs. McCune McMichael and is survived by two sisters, Mrs. R. A. Woodward of Jenkinsburg, and Mrs. F. A. Williams, of Lyerly, Ga. In addition to her nieces here, Mrs. Kate Valentino and Miss Marie McMichael, she is survived by several other nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were held at the home on Indian Springs street Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock and a host of relatives and friends gathered for a final tribute and attested their love by lovely floral offerings. Favorite hymns were rendered by a choir consisting of Mrs. D. V. Settle, Mrs. N. B. Hamilton, Messrs. Jos. E. Edwards and C. F. McMichael. The funeral service was conducted by Rev. T. H. Williams, of the Jackson Methodist church. The pallbearers were Messrs. D. O. Woodward, O. J. Bond, T. B. McMichael, C. E. McMichael, B. T. McMichael and E. A. Godsey.
     Interment was in the Jackson city cemetery.

McMichael, Steven E.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus February 11 1921
Mr. S. E. McMichael Dies At Redan, Ga.
     The death of Mr. S. E. McMichael, a native of Butts county, occurred Monday ay morning at his home at Redan, DeKalb county. He had been sick for several months.
     Mr. McMichael, who was 76 years of age, was a Confederate veteran and served as a member of the Thirtieth Georgia regiment and was wounded in action. He was a member of the well known McMichael family of Butts county being a son of Rev. William McMichael. He left Butts county after the close of the civil war and had been a resident of DeKalb county for twenty years or more. He will be remembered by many of the older residents of the county.
     Mr. McMichael is survived by his wife and several children; two brothers, Messrs. J. A. and D. G. McMichael, of Jackson. Mr. J. A. McMichael attended the funeral, which was held Tuesday at Redan, Ga.
  
McMichael, Tenella Tingle
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Nov 1975
Mrs. McMichael Was Buried Wednesday
     Mrs. Tenella Tingle McMichael, 77, of 219 Indian Springs Street, died shortly after ten o'clock Monday night, November 10th, at Sylvan Grove Hospital where she was admitted November 4th after suffering a massive heart attack.
     Mrs. McMichael was born October 7th, 1898 in Butts County, the daughter of the late Mr. Andrew C. Tingle and Mrs. Mamie Maddox Tingle. She was the wife of the late Mr. E. Edgar McMichael who passed away in September 1956.
     For a long number of years Mrs. McMichael had lived at 219 Indian Springs Street. She was a member of the Jackson United Methodist Church and took an active part in its classes and endeavors.
     Graveside services were held Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock from the Jackson City Cemetery with the Rev. Phil DeMore, pastor of the Jackson United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment was in the city cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. McMichael is survived by one son, Charles M. McMichael of Snellville; one daughter, Mrs. Mike Allen of Jackson; two grandchildren, Mrs. Larry Titshaw of Stone Mountain and Charles McMichael, Jr. of Atlanta; one great-grandchild, Paul McMichael of Snellville; step-mother, Mrs. A. C. Tingle of Jackson; two sisters, Mrs. Howard Capps and Mrs. Anderson Nutt, both of Jackson; several nieces and nephews.
     Pallbearers were Robert .Franklin, Vincent Jones, Doyle Jones, William Lockhart, Hiram Franklin, Bob Jackson.

McMichael, Thomas Boyd
Jackson Progress Argus 21 Oct 1932
Mr. Boyd M'Michael Is Taken by Death
Tax Collector of Butts County for past Eight Years and Well Known Public Man Died Sunday
     After an illness of several months' duration, Mr. Thomas Boyd McMichael, 47 years of age, tax collector of Butts county since 1924 and one of the county's most prominent citizens, died at his home near Stark Sunday afternoon at 12:30. The passing of this leading citizen did not occasion surprise, as his condition was known to be grave, but brought deep sorrow to hosts of relatives and friends.
     Mr. McMichael was stricken ill the past spring. After treatment at home he entered an Atlanta hospital where he had the attention of some of the nation's best known medical men. The disease with which he suffered proved baffling to medical science and his condition gradually grew worse. Some weeks ago he returned to his home at Stark and his fight for life had been followed with eager concern by hosts of friends.
     Mr. McMichael was born in Butts county, a son of the late Hon. J. Matt McMichael, former representative in the general assembly and official in the Farmers' Union, and Mrs. Lucy Maddox McMichael. The family is one of the oldest in the county, having moved here soon after the county was settled and for generations have been active and influential in the progress and development of this section. After attending the schools here, Mr. McMichael was graduated from the Georgia-Alabama Business College and embarked upon a career of banking. For some years he was connected with the old Jackson Banking Company, later going to Eastman for a position with a bank there.
     Returning to Butts county a few years ago, Mr. McMichael was elected tax collector in 1924, winning a victory in a field of eight candidates. He was elected again in 1928, defeating four well known citizens. In the March primary he was nominated for another term without opposition. His record as tax collector was one of the best ever made by a public official in the history of the county. During his entire term he had collected practically all taxes, in spite of unsettled business conditions, and made a record that won the commendation of the state authorities as well as his constituents.
     No citizen in the county had a larger or more devoted circle of friends. Of a genial disposition, broad and sympathetic in his nature, understanding the trials of the average man, Mr. McMichael possessed to a remarkable degree the confidence and good will of his fellow citizens. He made friends by being a friend and many who have been helped by his charity and kindness will testify to his gentleness of heart and noble character.
     A member of Stark Methodist church, which his father helped to organize, Mr. McMichael had served for many years as superintendent of the Sunday school. He was active in all forms of religious work, was a singer of ability and his services were much in demand on all public occasions. He was a Mason and Knights of Pythias and formerly belonged to the Kiwanis club. Mr. McMichael was never happier than when rendering a service to some one in need.
     He is survived by his mother and four brothers, Messrs. J. E. McMichael, C. E. McMichael and James M. McMichael, all of Jackson, and K E. McMichael, of Atlanta; three sisters, Mrs. Pink O'Neal and Mrs T. E. Williams, of Jackson and Mrs. V. W. Cole, of Orlando, Fla. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were held at Stark Methodist church Monday afternoon at 2:30, with Rev. E. C. Wilson, a former pastor, and Rev. R. C. Owen, of Jenkinsburg, present pastor of the church, officiating. The services were attended by a concourse of relatives and friends, and the lovely floral offerings attested to the high esteem in which he was held. The pallbearers were Judge S. J. Foster, Sheriff W. D. Pope, Messrs. W. H. Wilson, J. E. Edwards, W. F. MaLaier, H. M. Moore. Interment was in the family lot in. the church yard.

McMichael, Thomas Hillman
  Middle Georgia Argus February 18, 1890
Stark
     Dead February 11th inst., Mr. Hillie McMichael, and was buried on the 12th by the embers of the Farmers Alliance in their regular ceremony.

Middle Georgia Argus February 18, 1890
     Mr. Hillie McMichael, who lives two miles north of Jackson, passed away on the 11th, inst., his death caused by pneumonia. He was buried with Alliance ceremonies having been an honored member of that order, and a staunch friend of the same since its inception.
McMichael, Vera
Jackson Progress Argus 23 Jun 1955
Heart Attack Prove Fatal To Mrs. McMichael
     Funeral services for Mrs. Vera Thompson McMichael, 38, who died in her sleep Sunday night, were held Tuesday afternoon at three o'clock in the Newton county County Line Church with the Rev. Charles Moody officiating.
     Mrs. Michael had received treatment from a Jackson physician for heart condition for sometime time and a corner's inquest resulted in the finding of "death from 'natural causes".
     Mrs. McMichael was born in Newton county, the daughter of Seymour and Gertrude Thompson, but had resided in the Worthville District of Butts county for several years.
     Rev. Charles Moody officiated at the church service and interment followed in the
the County Line cemetery under direction of Peacock & Home.
     Survivors include her husband, Charles McMichael Jr.; three sons d Darrell and Dennis McMichael and Jerry Kitchens; one daughter, Sylvia Kitchens; two sisters, Mrs. Agnes Willard of Henry county and Mrs. Bill Hodges of Mansfield; two brother, Wilson S. Thompson of Jackson and Cullen Thompson of Flovilla.

McMichael, Vera Bell Pulliam
Jackson Progress Argus 02 Jun 1993
     Vera Bell Pulliam McMichael died Wed., May 26, at Westbury Medical Care Home in Jackson.
     Funeral services were held Fri., May 28, in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral home with Rev. John Garland officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery.
     Mrs. McMichael was born July 7, 1906 in Henry County, daughter of the late Richard and Effie Smith Pulliam.
     She was retired from Pepperton Cotton Mill and was a member of the First Baptist Church in Jackson,
     Survivors include sons and daughters-in-law Lamar and Jaunell McMichael of Jackson and Cecil and Brenda McMichael of Temple; five grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
     Sherrell Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

McMichael, William D.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus November 25, 1921
Mr. W. D. McMichael Passed Away Nov. 16.
     Many Butts county friends were sorry to learn of the death of Mr. William D. McMichael, 55 years of age, which occurred at his home in Atlanta on November 16. He was a son of the late Mr. S. E. McMichael, who died the past February, and was a nephew of Messrs. J. A. and D. C. McMichael, of Jackson. He had many friends and relatives in Butts county.
     The funeral was held Thursday afternoon at 1 o'clock, with interment in the Sylvester cemetery.
     Mr. McMichael is survived by his wife, two sons, J. W. and Grady C. McMichael; seven daughters, Mrs. J. C. Bauknight, Mrs. L. Lloyd, Misses Sadie Mae, Sadie, Bell, Ruby and Lucile McMichael; one brother, Joseph McMichael and one sister, Mrs. Sue Parker.

McMichael, William Griffin, Rev.
  Middle Georgia Argus April 23, 1889
A Good Man Gone
     At 3 o'clock on Tuesday afternoon Rev. W. G. McMichael breathed his last and his immortal spirit winged its everlasting flight to that bright world where it had often longed to be and where its earthly tenement of clay had for forty years admonished the people to prepare to go. He was in his usual health up to within about a week before his death when on returning to Jackson he was overcome by a stroke of paralysis and gradually grew worse till death came to his relief. We cannot speak too high of this good man. He possessed a high order of intelligence, morals and religion. For forty years he was one of the leading Baptist divines in this section of Middle Georgia. For many years he was an honored and beloved member of St. John's Lodge of Masons and lived up to the true principles of that ancient order. The funeral ceremonies were conducted at the cemetery near his home by his lifetime friend and co-laborer Rev. J. T. Kimbell, after which his remains were taken in charge by his brothers of the mystic tie and buried after the ancient rites of that order. No doubt he has heard the welcome plaudit "Servant of God, well done; enter into the joys of thy Lord."

McMichael, W. J., Mrs. (nee Griffin)
  The Jackson Progress-Argus December 20, 1918
Mrs. W. J. McMichael Claimed By Grim Reaper
     Mrs. W. J. McMichael, 45 years of age, passed away at her home near Jackson Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Mrs. McMichael was a Miss Griffin, of Jasper county, before her marriage and is survived by her husband and several children, including an eight-day-old infant; her father, Mr. Y. Griffin, and several brothers and sisters.
     The funeral was held at Lovejoy church, Newton county, Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. The services were conducted by Rev Mr. Chambers and interment was in the churchyard.

McMichael, Walstein Hillman
Jackson Progress Argus 11 Feb 1960
W. H. McMichael Died Friday At Atlanta Hospital
     Funeral services for Mr. Walstein Hillman McMichael, 72, retired railroad employee, who died Friday afternoon at Georgia Baptist, Hospital following a long period of declining health; were held Sunday afternoon at three o'clock at the First Baptist Church in Jackson with the Rev. S. L. Waterhouse, pastor, officiating. Interment was in the Jackson City Cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     Mr. McMichael was a native of Butts County, son of the late Hilley McMichael and Mrs. Susie Thurston McMichael. He was a retired railroad fireman and engineer with the Southern Railway System with over 40 years service. He was a member of the National Association of Retired Railroad Employees.
     A member of the Cedar Rock Congregational Methodist Church, Mr. McMichael resided at 210 West Avenue, Jackson, with his wife, the former Miss Ina Bell Moore, who survives. A Mason, he was a member of the Battle Hill Lodge No. 523 in Atlanta.
     Mr. and Mrs. McMichael celebrated their Golden Wedding anniversary on January 5th of this year.
     Survivors include his wife, one daughter, Mrs. Harris C. Taylor of Atlanta; one son, Billy H. McMichael, Salisbury, N. C.; one brother, Troy McMichael, Monticello; two grandchildren.
     Pallbearers. were Grover Johnston, Thomas McMichael, J. W. Smith, Davis Tarrar, Fred Taylor, and Henry Tippen.

McMichael, Walter
  The Jackson Progress-Argus May 14, 1926
Walter McMichael Is Taken By Death.
     The death of Hon. Walter McMichael, superintendent of schools in Randolph county and a well known educator, occurred at the hospital in Cuthbert Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock. He became ill on May 2 and underwent an operation for appendicitis. Complications developed and his death followed a week later. With him at the time of his death were his brothers, Edgar and Jim McMichael, of Jackson.
     Announcement of Mr. McMichael's death will bring sorrow to a host of friends in Butts county where he was born and reared. He was the second son of the late Hon. J. Mattie McMichael and Mrs. McMichael and came from a prominent family of the county. Following his graduation from Mercer University in 1901, he taught successfully for several years and in 1907 became superintendent of schools of Randolph county. He was elected each term and held that office for eighteen years. Mr. McMichael was held in very high regard by the citizens of hair adopted county and his death is a severe blow to the educational and civic interests of that community.
     He was 49 years of age and a member of the Methodist church. Though he had not resided here in recent years, he still held a warm place in the affections of his friends and on occasional visits was most cordially welcomed. He was a visitor about three weeks before his death. He planned to teach during the summer at Bowden Normal Institute.
     He was honored and loved by the citizens of Cuthbert and Randolph county and held many places of trust and responsibility. At the time of his death he was superintendent of the Methodist Sunday school and was a member of the board of trustees of Andrew Female College. He was a Mason and a member of the Knights of Pythias.
     Mr. McMichael is survived by his widow, who was Miss Annie Hixon, of Villa Rica, Ga., a daughter, Miss Ruth McMichael, his mother, Mrs. J. Mattie McMichael, of Jackson; five brothers, Messrs. J. E., T. B., C. E., R. E., and J. M. McMichael, of Butts county; three sisters, Mrs. Pink O'Neal, and Mrs. T. E. William, of Butts county and Mrs. V. W. Cole, of Orlando, Fla.
     Funeral services were held in Cuthbert Monday morning and the lovely floral offerings and the vast assemblage of friends attended the esteem in which he was held. The body was brought to Jackson Monday night and carried to the home by his brother Mr. C. E. McMichael, where short services were conducted by his pastor, Rev. Mr. Gray Cuthbert, of Cuthbert, and Rev. Augustus Ernest, of the Jackson Methodist church. Mr. Gray paid a tender and lofty tribute to the deceased pointing to the high regard in which he was held by the citizens of Cuthbert and Randolph county and that entire section.
     The body was carried Tuesday morning to Villa Rica for interment.
   
McMichael, William Bailey
  The Jackson Argus January 3, 1913
Mr. W. B. McMichael Passes to Reward.
     After an illness extending over a period of several months, Mr. William B. McMichael passed away at his home in this city at an early hour Wednesday morning. Though it was known that he was seriously ill, news of his death nevertheless came as a distinct shock to a wide circle of friends here and elsewhere.
     Mr. McMichael was a prominent young man of this city. Previous to an accident two or three years ago in which he lost a limb, he was engaged in railroad work. For several years he was prominently connected with many of the largest railway systems in the South and had a large acquaintance in railroad circles in this and other states. His friends were limited only by his acquaintances.
     Mr. McMichael was 40 years of age and a native of this city. The surviving relatives are his mother, Mrs. McCune McMichael, three sisters, Miss Marie McMichael and Mrs. J. D. Valentine, of Jackson and Mrs. E. M. Boyd, of Eagle Lake, Florida.
     The funeral services were held at 3 o'clock Wednesday afternoon and Rev. Olin King of the Methodist church officiated. The pallbearers were: Messrs. D. G. McMichael, D. M. Thornton, W. T. Powers, L. M. Crawford, C. T. Beauchamp, J. M. Lench, Interment was in the City Cemetery.
     In their bereavement the family have the sympathy of a host of friends.

McMichael, William Carter
  The Jackson Argus November 29, 1901
     Little Carter McMichael, the three-and-a half-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. J. A. McMichael, died Tuesday night, at their home on Covington street. The little fellow always had a delicate throat and a few days ago was taken with croup. With the best medical aid, he improved and was thought to be much better, when pneumonia developed, which proved fatal. This little sunbeam, who gladdened and brightened the home during his short life has only gone before, and it is the sweet privilege of the sorely bereaved parents and loved ones to live through eternity with him. He has gone to our Fathers House. Blessed though ______. The Argus extends its sympathy to those who are bereft of their loved one.

McMichael, William Samuel
  The Jackson Progress-Argus February 1, 1918
Mr. Sam McMichael Passed Away Friday
     Mr. W. Sam McMichael, 27 years old, a prominent young planter of this county, died at his home near Jackson Friday at 4 o'clock. He had been sick for several weeks, though his condition recently was thought to be improved. Death was caused by a complication of diseases.
     Mr. McMichael belonged to a prominent family of the county, and was held in the highest esteem by all who knew him. Many friends over the county sympathize with the family in their sorrow. He is survived by his wife, who was a Miss Kimbell before her marriage; one child; his father and mother, Hon. and Mrs. J. Matt McMichael; six brothers, Walter McMichael, of Cuthbert, T. M. McMichael, of Eastman, J. E., C. E., J. M. Jr., and R. E. McMichael, all of Butts county; four sisters, Mrs. Pink O'Neal, Mrs. T. E. Williams, Mrs. V. W. Cole and Mrs. J. F. Williams, of this county. The funeral was held at the Stark Methodist church Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. S. E. England of the Jackson Methodist church officiating. The pallbearers were the brothers of the deceased. Interment was in the Stark cemetery.

McMichael, William Thomas, Rev.
  The Jackson Argus October 17, 1902
     Wednesday's Atlanta Constitution contained a telegram from Waycross, in which this item appeared: "Rev. W. T. McMichael died at Screven yesterday. He was a superannuated Methodist preacher., 75 years old, and was well known all over south Georgia." Rev. "Tom" McMichael as those who knew him called him, was a brother of J. A. and D. G. McMichael, of Jackson, and was here in August last, when he attended the big family reunion of the McMichael family. He was a good man, dearly beloved by all who knew him and fully deserves the great reward which he has gone to receive.

McMichael, Willie G Duke
Jackson Progress Argus 16 Dec 1968
Mrs. McMichael Died Sunday In Atlanta
     Funeral services for Mrs. Willie Duke McMichael, 72, of 1549 East Walker Avenue, College Park, were held Tuesday afternoon, December 24th, at three o'clock from Macedonia Baptist Church with the Rev. R. W. Jenkins, pastor, officiating. Interment was in the churchyard cemetery with nephews serving as pallbearers. Haisten Funeral
Home was in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. McMichael was a native of Butts County, the daughter of Mr. Edward Green Duke and Mrs. Mary Ida Hilley Duke. She was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church and had made her home in the Atlanta area for about 40 years. Mrs. McMichael died Sunday night following a brief illness. She was the wife of Mr. John R. McMichael.
     Survivors include her husband John R. McMichael of College Park; two sisters, Mrs. Maude Higdon of College Park and Mrs. Grace Purvine of Charlotte, N. C.

McMichael, Wood
Jackson Progress-Argus, November 3, 1949.
Wood McMichael, County's Oldest Resident, Passes.
     In the death of Mr. Wood McMichael, respected colored resident, Butts county lost its oldest citizen.
     He died Sunday and his age from best available records was 107.
     In the period before the War Between the States Uncle Wood belonged to the Levy McMichael family. For a long period he was connected with the city of Jackson and was a diligent worker, retiring only because of advanced age and feeble health. He had the reputation of being as honest as the days are long and had many friends among both races.
     Survivors are two daughters in Jackson, a son in Atlanta and another daughter in Cincinnati.
     Funeral plans will be announced by Abe Trimmier Funeral Home.
     
McMillan, A. Ellis
Jackson Progress Argus 30 Mar 1967
A. E. McMillan Buried in Ohio
     Mr. A. Ellis McMillan, 69, of Tallmadge, Ohio, a suburb of Akron, died unexpectedly recently at his winter home in Sanford, Fla.
     His body was returned by plane to the Scott Funeral Home in Tallmadge with burial in the Tallmadge cemetery.
     Mr. McMillan was very active in Little League Baseball circles in Ohio. He had lived in the Akron area around 40 years, working at the B. F. Goodrich Tire plant until he entered his own business. Mr. McMillan was born in Scotland, Ga. near McRae.
     He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Ruby Cawthon McMillan; two daughters, Mrs. Leila Jinkins of Tallmadge and Mrs. Juanita Donald of Akron; one sister, Agnes Tatum of Akron; one brother, Mell McMillan of Akron; seven grandchildren; one great grandchild.

McMillan, Franklin G.
Jackson Progress Argus 27 Oct 1964
Lineman Killed October 1 in Illinois Mishap
     Friends of Mrs. Franklin G. McMillan, the former Miss Janie Smith, sympathize with her in the death of her husband which occurred Thursday, October 1, in Caseyville, Ill.
     Mr. McMillan, an overhead line construction worker for the Miller Construction Company, was electrocuted by a 7,200 volt utility line about 11:30 a. m. Thursday.
     Mr. McMillan's body was carried to Pilot Mountain, North Carolina, his boyhood home, where funeral services were held Tuesday, October 5.

McMillan, Mattie
  Middle Georgia Argus August 5, 1890
The Bodies Removed.
     On Tuesday of last week the bodies of Mr. W. S. Carr, Mrs. I. F. McCallum, Mrs. Mattie McMillan and a little daughter of Mr. J. H. McCallum were exhumed at Sardis and transferred to and reburied in the new cemetery at Worthville. The bodies of the first three named had been interred for two or three years, and the little child about twelve, but the cases that contained them were in a fine state of preservation and no trouble was had in making the removal. The cemetery just opened at Worthville will now become the leading one for this section.

McMullen, Gordon, Mrs.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus May 18, 1928
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Allen sympathize with them in the death of Mrs. Allen's sister, Mrs. Gordon McMullen, at her home in Forsyth Thursday of last week. Mrs. McMullen had an extended period of ill health and was critically ill for several weeks previous to her death. The funeral was held Saturday morning from the home with interment in the Forsyth cemetery. Mrs. McMullen is survived by her husband and three sons.
McMullen, Loyce
Jackson Progress Argus 28 Jan 1981
McMullen Rites Held Monday
     Funeral services for Loyce McMullen, 66, of Monticello, were held Monday afternoon at 4 o'clock in the chapel of Jordan Funeraal Home of Monticello. Dr. Jim Renault and Rev. Bob Moore officiated and interment was in Payne-Williams cemetery.
     Mr. McMullin, who died Snnday in a Milledgeville hospital was a retired mail carrier and an Army veteran of World War II.
     Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Feetie Smith McMullen of Covington; a sister, Mrs. H. O. Funderbuke of Hillsboro; a brother James McMullen of Monticello; and three grandchildren.
  
McMullen, Robert Lee
Jackson Progress Argus 01 Jun 1994
     Robert Lee McMullen of Barnesville died Wed., May 18, at the Monroe County Hospital.
     Funeral services were held Sat., May 21, a t Rock Creek Baptist Church in Indian Springs with Rev. Dante Smith officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery.
     Mr. McMullen was born June 1, 1912 in Butts County, son of the late John Doyle and Nettie McMullen.
     He was a member of the Rock Creek Baptist Church where he served on the Usher Board.
     Survivors include daughters, Annie Jones of Forest Park and Dorothy Gude and Jo Ann Turner, both of Ellenwood; son, George McMullen of Ellenwood; sisters, Emma Matthews of Detroit, MI, Beatrice Robinson and Rena Hardy, both of Atlanta, Tiny Head of McDonough; brother, John Doyle McMullen of Indian Springs; three sisters-in-law; 15 grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
     Trimier Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.
   

McMullen, T. T.
  Middle Georgia Argus January 26, 1884
     We regret to learn of the death of Mr. T. T. McMullen of Monroe county which occurred on Wednesday. He was a highly educated man and a good citizen. Peace to his ashes.

McMurray, Shannon Nicole
Jackson Progress Argus 24 Mar 1982
     Shannon Nicole McMurray, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Gene McMurray of Rt. 2, Jackson, died early Sunday morning at the Griffin-Spalding County Hospital shortly after birth.
     In addition to her parents, survivors are grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Pike, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Kinard, Mr. and Mrs. Harold McMurray; great- grandmother Mrs. Charlie Pike, all of Jackson.
     Funeral services were conducted Tuesday morning at 11:00 in the chapel of Sherrell Funeral Home with Rev. Rudy Ross officiating.
     Burial was in the Pepperton Cemetery in Jackson. Sherrell Funeral Home of Jackson made the arrangements.
     Pallbearers were Robert McMurray, Steve Riffel, Daniel Barnes, Mike James.

McMurry, Charles Reese
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Aug 1954
Reese McMurry Victim Heart Attack Aug 14
     Charles Reese McMurry, 60, former resident of Jackson and widely known as a printer, died Saturday night in Quincy, Fla., as the result of a heart attack. He became ill Friday and the second seizure Saturday proved fatal.
     Mr. McMurry was born in Franklin county February 4, 1894, son of Charles and Carrie McMurry. He worked for several years on the Carnesville Herald, Royston Record and in the 30's came to Jackson to work for The Progress-Argus. He subsequently served with the Haralson Tribune at Buchanan and during the war years was employed by The Progress-Argus as printer and lino type operator. Later he served with the Covington News and the Barnesville News-Gazette. For the past five years Mr. McMurry had been connected with the Gadsden County Times at Quincy, Fla.
     During their residence in Jackson the McMurry family made a wide circle of friends. Mrs. McMurry, the former Miss Effie Parham, died in Jackson in the fall of 1945. As a commercial printer Mr. McMurry was a skilled craftsman and showed good taste in his work. He was recognized as one of the fastest floormen in the state.
     Survivors are one daughter, Mrs. Asa Maddox of Jackson; three sisters, Mrs. H. G. Wansley and Mrs. W. B. Westbrook of Carnesville; Mrs. Bud Spears of Jasper; two brothers, Hubert and Clarence McMurry of Carnesville; a granddaughter, Suzanne Maddox of Jackson.
     Funeral services were held Monday at 3:30 p. m. at the Peacock & Ball chapel. The Rev. G. A. Briggs conducted the service and burial was in the Jackson cemetery with Peacock & Ball Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     The pallbearers were Clyde Walker, Arthur Stodghill, J. D. Jones Sr., C. F. Singley, L. C. Webb, R. F. Armstrong.

McMurry, Edward Wilder
Jackson Progress Argus 12 Feb 1992
     Mr. Edward Wilder McMurry, 84, of Jackson died early Sunday morning at Sylvan
Grove Hospital in Jackson.
     He had been a patient at Westbury Medical Care Home.
     The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon, Feb. 12, in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson, with Dr. Ann Nell Fletcher officiating. Interment was in Lakewood Memorial Gardens in Jackson, Miss.
     Mr. McMurry was born in Missouri, son of the late John C. and Lucinda McMurry. He and his wife resided in Jackson for several years, and had formerly lived in Mississippi. He was a member of Stark United Methodist Church in Butts County.
     Survivors include his wife, Janie Maynor McMurry of Jackson; sons, John McMurry of Jackson and William Edward McMurry of Atlanta; daughter, Patricia M. Ward of Bakersfield, Calif.; five grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
     In lieu Of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Stark United Methodist Church, c/o Dr. Ann Nell Fletcher, Route 2, Box 436A, Jackson, GA 30233.
     Haisten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

McMurry, Effie Parham
Jackson Progress Argus, December 6, 1945
Mrs. McMurry Passes Monday in Atlanta
     Mrs. Reese McMurry, beloved resident of Jackson, passed away Monday night at an Atlanta hospital where she had been a patient for several weeks. She had suffered from a heart ailment for four or five years although pneumonia was the immediate cause of her death. Mrs. McMurry was 46 years old and a native of Union county, where she was born and reared. Before her marriage she was Miss Effie Parham. For the past four years her family had resided in Jackson.
     During her afflictions she fought bravely to live and her physicians pronounced her one of the most cooperative patients they ever had. Her life reflected Christian graces in the home and community, and he radiated sunshine and gladness even in the days when her suffering was great. Her pleasing personality won her many friends. She held membership in the First Baptist church of Jackson.
     Survivors include her husband, one daughter, Mrs. Asa Maddox of Jackson; one granddaughter, Suzanne Maddox; her mother, Mrs. J. D. Parham of Carnesville; two brothers, Esco Parham of Toccoa and Dunbar Parham of Commerce; one sister, Mrs. J. W. Payne of Carnesville.
     Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at the Jackson Baptist church with the pastor, Rev. Gaither A. Briggs, assisted by Rev. W. S. Norton of the Methodist church, officiating. Beautiful floral offering showed the love and esteem in which Mrs. McMurry was held.
     Mrs. W. L. Martin Jr. and Mrs. S. H. Thornton sand Abide With Me and O Love That Will Not Let Me Go, with Mrs. Avon Gaston as accompanist.
     Pallbearers were Candler Webb, R. F. Armstrong, Howard Perdue, Avon Gaston, Clyde Walker, J. D. Jones.
     Burial was in the Jackson cemetery and Thornton Funeral Home had charge of plans.

McMurry, Janie Sue Maynor
Jackson Progress Argus 14 Sep 1994
     Janie Sue Maynor McMurry of Jackson died Thurs, Sept. 8, at Westbury Medical Care Home.
     Funeral services were held Fri., Sept. 9, in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson. Interment was in the Lakewood Memorial Gardens in Jackson, MS.
     Mrs. McMurry was born Sept. 13, 1908 in Jackson, MS, daughter of the late Charles and Edna Millsaps Maynor. She was the widow of Edward Wilder McMurry,
She was a homemaker and ai member of the Stark United Methodist Church in Butts County.
     Survivors include sons, John McMurry of Jackson and William E. McMurry of Atlanta; daughter, Patricia M. Ward of Bakersfield, CA; sisters, Alta Cooke of Memphis, TN, Edna Comstock of Atlanta and Mary Zangrel of Denton, TX; five grandchildren; three great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

McNair, Annie Mae Smith
Jackson Progress Argus 19 Apr 1989
     Ann Smith McNair, 84, formerly of 298 Forrest Ave., Jackson, died Saturday afternoon at the Westbury Medical Care Home in Jenkinsburg where she had lived since October 1987. She had been ill for some time.
     The funeral was held Sunday at 4 p.m. in the chapel of Haisten Funeral. Home with the Rev. W. N. Tarleton officiating. Burial was in the Jackson cemetery.
     Mrs. McNair was born in Butts County, daughter of William Allen Smith and Nora Lee McClure Smith, both natives of Butts County. She was the widow of Hugh Fuller McNair.
     Mrs. McNair, was a beautician for many years and worked at Rich's and Davison's prior to opening her own shop in Atlanta, which she operated for many years. She moved back to Butts County in 1983 and was a member of Calvary Baptist Church near Jackson.
     Survivors include a daughter, Marion M. Meares of Jackson; grandson, Gerald Meares of Jackson; great grandson, Paul Meares of Knoxville, Tenn.; sisters, Mrs. L. G. (Ester) Daniel and Mrs. Glenn (Cecil) Addy, both of Griffin, and Vera Dodson of Peachtree City; brother, Van Smith of Jackson.
     Haisten Funeral Home of Jackson was in charge of arrangements.

McNair, Claire Mae Maddox
Jackson Progress Argus May 29, 1952
Mrs. J. E. McNair Taken By Death
     Mrs. Claire Mae Maddox McNair, 75, widow of the late Mr. James E. McNair, died on Friday at 7 a. m. after a long and painful illness.
     She was born and reared in Butts county, the daughter of Hattie Dorcas Thaxton Maddox and J. G. Maddox. Her father was a Confederate soldier and served as game warden here. Mrs. McNair was a member of the Jackson Methodist church and possessed qualities of character that won the friendship of many friends. Her husband was a widely known law enforcement officer, serving both the city of Jackson and the county of Butts.
     Survivors are one daughter, Mrs. Gordon Bankston of Jackson; one granddaughter, Mrs. Wiikie Meares of Atlanta; a great grandson, Jerry Meares; two sisters, Mrs. L. J. McMichael of Jackson and, Mrs. Jack Stewart of Ellenwood; one brother, G. C. Maddox of Jackson and several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services were held at the Jackson Methodist Church Sunday at 3 p. m. Rev. Ralph Shea and Rev. Ralph Goodwin conducted the services and burial was in the Jackson cemetery with Haisten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
     The pallbearers were nephews, Lawrence, Randall, Bill, Levie, Rebon, Cecil, Hollis, Glover and Herman Maddox.

McNair, Edna, Mrs.
  The Jackson Progress-Argus March 3, 1916
     Messrs. J. E. McNair, G. C. Maddox, H, F. McNair, R. R. Edwards and Miss Allie McNair were called to Rhine, Ga., Sunday on account of the death of Mrs. Edna McNair, wife of Mr. J. E. McNair, who is Mr. J. E. McNair's brother. The funeral was held Monday in the Rhine cemetery. The family have the sympathy of their friends in their bereavement.
    
McNair, Hugh Fuller
Jackson Progress Argus 13 Jan 1933
Mr. Hugh F. McNair Victim of Pneumonia
     Relatives and friends here were shocked by the death of Mr. Hugh Fuller McNair, 34 years of age, which occurred Saturday morning at 9:30 at his home in Griffin. He had been ill for about three weeks and suffered from pneumonia.
     Mr. McNair, who was born and reared in Jackson, had been a resident of Griffin for the past several years. He was connected with the Griffin post office as rural carrier on route No. 4 from that city and was one of the best known mail officials in this section. He was a member of the district rural carriers association and was active in all phases of this work.
     Mr. McNair attended the Jackson schools and was a well known athlete. He is remembered as a baseball pitcher of note, taking part in school games and p l a y i n g with amateur teams in Jackson and this section. Mr. McNair was highly esteemed by a wide circle of friends here and elsewhere in the state.
     He was a son of the late Mr. J. E. McNair and Mrs. McNair, prominent residents, of Butts county. His father was a former police officer in the city of Jackson and special prohibition law enforcement officer in Butts county.
     Mr. McNair possessed splendid qualities of character and made friends easily. He is survived by his wife, formerly Miss Annie Mae Smith, of Jackson; one daughter, Miss Annie Marian McNair; his mother, Mrs. J. E. McNair, and a sister, Mrs. E. H. Pace, both of Jackson, all of whom have the sympathy of hosts of friends in their bereavement.
     Funeral services were held from the Jackson Methodist church Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Rev. Augustus Ernest, of Forsyth, a former pastor of the church, was in charge of the impressive services, which were largely attended by relatives and friends . He was assisted by Rev. Gred Glisson, pastor of the Griffin First Methodist church, and Rev. M R. Heflin, pastor of the Jackson Methodist church. Beautiful floral offerings, were sent by relatives, friends and organizations.
     The pallbearers were Messrs. Carl Hatcher, Evans Mitchell, George Whatley, Cliff Claridy, R. L. Williams and A. J. Whalen.
     Interment was in the family lot in the Jackson City Cemetery.

McNair, James Edwin
  The Jackson Progress-Argus November 27, 1925
County Policeman J. E. McNair Killed in Raiding Still.
Death met Monday night in raid below Indian Springs.
Tom King held for the murder.
Slaying of popular officer arouses excitement throughout county. Inquest held here Tuesday.
     County Policeman J. E. McNair, one of the most vigilant and fearless law enforcement officers in the state, was shot and instantly killed about 9:30 Monday night while raiding a still two and a half miles below Indian Springs.
     Tom King, negro with a long criminal record, is held in the Bibb county jail charged with murder.
     Oscar Whitehead, negro boy, is held in the Butts county jail in connection with the slaying.
     Johnnie Bell, a third member of the still is being sought by officers.
     The raid was made Monday night, after the officers had received a tip that a still was being operated in that vicinity. On Sunday night the officers, Mr. McNair and special deputies W. T. Burke and L. J. McMichael, spent some time looking over the situation and succeeded in locating the still, which was in operation in full blast Monday night on a branch that runs into Big Sandy Creek.
     The officers divided and were approaching the outfit from different directions. When within a few feet of the still and while preparing to make a dash for the men operating the still, Mr. McNair was shot from close range. The discharge from a double barrel shotgun entered the officers face under the left eye. He was instantly killed.
     After the shooting the negroes fled. Whitehead ran in the direction of Messrs. Burke and McMichael and was captured and brought to jail in Jackson. While officer Burke held Whitehead, Mr. McMichael walked to Flovilla and secured a car and came to Jackson and notified Sheriff Pope. Sheriff Pope and Chief of Police C. T. Thornton went to Indian Springs and arrested King. In his house a gun was found, one barrel of which gave evidence of having recently been fired. King was carried to Bibb county jail for safe keeping.
     Mr. McNair's body was removed to Jackson and prepared for burial. An ugly wound tore away his teeth, the load from the gun lodging in his neck.
     The slaying of this officer, one of the most fearless and conscientious in Georgia, produced great excitement throughout the county. Mr. McNair served as a policeman in Jackson and had been a splendid law enforcement officer for the past several months. He had succeeded in practically running bootleggers and moonshiners out of Butts county. He was feared and hated by those engaged in the liquor traffic and was upheld by all who believed in law enforcement.
     An inquest was held Tuesday, at which time Oscar Whitehead and Officers Burke and McMichael made statements, Whitehead testified as follows:
     "I live down below Cork on Terrell McMichael's place, about one and half miles behind Cork. I went a-possum hunting last night and saw a light on branch and I went down there to see who it was and found Jonnie Bell and Tom King there. I stayed about thirty minutes and then three officers came up. Mr. McNair came up and then I saw Mr. Tom Burke come up. Tom King reached back and got the shotgun and Mr. McNair started to run up to him. Jonnie Bell was standing by the still barrel. Tom King grabbed up the gun and fired at Mr. McNair. The still was located on the line between Sam Bell's and Ed Hoard's in Butts county. The still belongs to Johnnie Bell and Tom King."
     Solicitor General Frank B. Willingham was present at the inquest and after the testimony of Whitehead and Officers Burke and McMichael, the jury, consisting of Messrs. C. T. Beauchamp, foreman, O. A. Pound, B. B. Kelley, W. H. Guest, John M. McMichael and J. R. Thurston, returned the following verdict:
     "We the jury, find that J. E. McNair came to his death as the result of a wound inflicted by Tom King with a shotgun and that Tom King be held for murder. We further find that Johnnie Bell and Oscar Whitehead were jointly participating with Tom King in operating the still, which was raided, and we further recommend both be held for further action by the grand jury."
     The slaying of this officer in the discharge of his duties has stirred the county to action and the fight on the illegal liquor traffic will be carried on with renewed vigor.
     Mr. McNair, who was 52 years of age, is survived by his wife, who was Miss Clara Maddox before marriage; two children, Mrs. E. H. Pace, of Jackson, and Hugh F. McNair, of Griffin; two brothers, Mr. W. D. McNair, of Jackson, and Mr. John McNair, of Flovilla.
     Funeral services were held Wednesday morning at Jackson Methodist church, of which he was a member. Showing the esteem in which the officer was held a large concourse of friends gathered for a final tribute and the floral offerings were numerous and beautiful. The county and many organizations sent handsome designs. The services were conducted by Rev. Augustus Ernest and interment was in the Jackson cemetery.

The Jackson Progress-Argus December 4, 1925
Tributes Paid To Popular Officer.
     All business houses closed during funeral of Mr. McNair. Several citizens made feeling talks.
     Citizens of Butts county paid a lofty tribute to Mr. J. E. McNair, popular county policeman who was slain near Indian Springs Monday night of the past week, while raiding a still. The funeral, held at the Jackson Methodist church at 11 o'clock November 25, was attended by a crowd all of whom were unable to gain admission into the church. The casket was banked high with flowers, lovely tokens of the esteem in which the officer was held.
     The impressive service was conducted by Rev. Henry H. Jones, presiding elder of the Marietta district and a former pastor here. Mr. Jones spoke in highest praise of the deceased, telling of the good he had done Butts county in ridding it of illicit distilleries. A number of citizens made talks, all paying tribute to Mr. McNair's faithful and fearless efforts, his stand for law enforcement, the moral uplift of the county since he began his duties. Among those who made talks were Mr. J. H. Carmichael, Mr. O. E. Smith, Mr. J. M. Gaston, Mr. R. L. Oxford, the latter county policeman in Jasper county. These tributes carried conviction and added to the solemnity of the rites.
     The floral offerings were among the most beautiful ever seen at a funeral here. Handsome designs were sent by friends and relatives, and special designs were furnished by Butts county by the officers of Butts county, the city of Jackson, the post office at Griffin, where the son of the officer, Mr. H. F. McNair is employed, and by the Knights of the Ku Klux Klan.
     During the funeral all business houses in Jackson were closed, showing that the citizens here stand for law enforcement and that they appreciated the work done by this fearless officer.
     The pallbearers were Messrs. H. M. Moore, Ennis Carter, Fred Leguinn, E. W. Standard, J. R. Thurston and M. W. Pope.
     The services at the grave were in charge of the Knights of Ku Klux Klan, of which Mr. McNair was a member. He also held membership in the Woodsmen of the World.
     The body was laid to rest in the Jackson Cemetery.

The Jackson Progress-Argus December 11, 1925
Tribute To The Late Mr. James E. McNair.
Editor Progress-Argus:
     Please let me say a word in open appreciation of the official work of our Mr. McNair, who was so fiendishly done to death two weeks ago as he stood at his perilous post of a most hazardous duty.
     That Mr. McNair was a fearless man is known by the entire county. That this phase of his character was known to the criminal element was about the only safety surrounding his life. It was in very deed his mortal and physical fearlessness that cleared up the smoke of so many stills. His fearlessness, that is, linked with his iron determination to give no cover to secret lawlessness, once the evildoer had been warned. The crime workers knew him to be a man without price. He stood openly, firmly and unequivocally for the law, and the law was against them. They knew all this, and though hating him, they feared him.
     It is, perhaps, not so well known that there was something of a forbearance, that almost of softness, in the man's nature. I remember when he was a candidate for sheriff. The woman's club had called on each candidate for public avowal of his stand on the question of probation. Mr. McNair came down to my home and asked me to help him word his answer. He wanted, he said, to make it short, clear, straight. I wrote in it a line about dealing with all cases summarily and read it to him.
     "Oh no, Mrs. Hamilton," he said, "not that. I want to give every first offender a chance, a warning, a personal warning. I want him to know that I am aware of his lawless doings and that if he continues in it, there is nothing left bur to run him in. There are some good folks who have bad sons, you know."
     And so it went in. In fact his very own writing I though quite better at all points than any suggestion of mine. And at his funeral it was told how truly he had as a subordinate officer executed this merciful intention of his kindly heart. In life it often proves that the strongest are the gentlest.
     Up on the square about a month before hi murder, he talked with me about his work. I remember well what he said. He said there wasn't much in it for him; that his life was always in peril; that he often had to hide out whole nights in the swamps or lowlands, in fact, had done this just the night before. (And I got my man too," he added.)
     I then wondered to him why he kept the place. And this is what he said: "I love to help crush out the business, and I love my country."
     He told me on that occasion that when he first took up the work, there was a negro church down close to the river that never had a meeting but it either must have an officer around to keep the peace or it ended with shooting and cutting and general disorder. Now, he said, there were good orderly negroes all over the county who were helping him undo the whisky business, and that that church could these days hold a service, without an officer, in peace and security.
     The entire county, I think, has reason for gratification in the prompt and orderly disposal of the murdered.
     The murder as it stands is not against the county; but if swift vengeance had been unlawfully undertaken by our citizens, Butts county would have swept into the list of those other Georgia counties whose fair name has been as surely done to death as the fine officer whom we have lately lost.
Mrs. NELLIE B. HAMILTON.

McNair, John Doyle
Jackson Progress Argus 8 Jun 1952
John D. McNair Taken By Death
     John Doyle McNair, 76, native of Butts county but for many years a resident of Florida, died June 4 at the home of his daughter, Mrs. H. P. Randitt, in Americus. He had been in feeble health for several months.
     As a young man Mr. McNair moved to Florida and resided at Wildwood and Ocalla. For several years he lived in Americus with his youngest daughter, Mrs. Randitt, the former Miss Mary Sue McNair. He was a member of the Baptist church. Mr. McNair was a son of the late Tom F. McNair and Mrs. Mary Cornelia Fuller Kimbell.
     Funeral services were held at the home of Mrs. Randitt Thursday at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Mr. Gardner, p. m. assisted by the Rev. Mr. Coolidge, of officiating.
     Survivors, in addition to Mrs. Randitt are another daughter, Mrs. Bob Powell of Coolidge, and one son, Roy McNair of Ocalla, Fla.; several grandchildren. Mrs. Gordon. Bankston of Jackson is a niece. His wife, the former Miss Ida Maddox, sister of Mr. H. J. Maddox of Jackson, passed away several years ago.

McNair, Loveda Powell
Jackson Progress Argus 14 Jun 1995
     Loveda Powell McNair of Loganville died Wednesday, June 7.
     Funeral services were held Sunday, June 11, at the Spring Hill Chapel of H. M. Patterson & Son Funeral Home in Atlanta with Rev. J. D. Smith officiating. Interment was in the Philadelphia Presbyterian Church cemetery in Clayton County.
     Mrs. McNair was the co-owner of McNair Amusement Company which had been associated with the Jackson Exchange Club's Butts County Fair for the past several years. She and her husband, Hugh, had many friends in the Jackson area.
     Survivors include her husband; daughter, Lisa McNair and her husband, Del Hargrove of Loganville; parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Powell of Astor, FL; nephew, James Powell and his wife, Holly, of Astor, FL; mother-in-law, Joyce McNair of Morrow; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Bob and Fran McNair of Atlanta.
     The H. M. Patterson & Son Spring Hill Chapel was in charge of arrangements.

McNair, Thomas F.
  Middle Georgia Argus May 17, 1887
Thomas McNair Killed
     The most dastardly and cowardly crime that ever blackened the annals of this county was committed on Friday night in the murder of Thomas McNair at his own home near Worthville in this county. It was premeditated, cold blooded murder in the first degree. The facts are about these: about 12 o'clock Friday night a man called at Mr. McNair's gate, McNair awoke and went to the door and asked who it was. The man replied that his name was Jinks and said his horse had broken his harness and asked Mr. McNair to bring a light that he might mend them. At this request McNair lighted a lamp and started towards the road. When he had gone a few feet from the door someone fired on him from behind killing him instantly. The weapon was evidently a shot gun heavily charged with buckshot, as thirteen buckshot struck him in the head and neck. After the fatal shot was fired several others were heard that was supposed to be from a pistol and intended to confuse, when the assassins fled away.
     The firing and screaming of the horrified wife and children soon aroused the neighbors who hastened to the spot and found the unfortunate man dead in the yard as above stated.
     Coroner Hardy was informed at once, who empanelled a jury and held an inquest over the dead man but could find no clue to the guilty parties. The investigation however, revealed the fact that three men were in the crowd *** in front of the house and two at the end of the same, one of whom did the killing.
     Admitting that McNair was a desperate man and had done wrong, it was a cowardly man to call him up at midnight, from the very bosom of his family to kill him like a dog. We regret to know that such a crime has *** committed on Butts county soil and trust to never hear of such a one again.

Weekly Telegraph (Macon) May 17, 1887
Butts County Man Called to His Door and Shot Dead
     Jackson, May 14 T. F. McNair, who five years since was tried for the murder of *** Hardy and acquitted in this county, and who at the last March term of Butts Superior Court was agin tried on the charge of burglary, and, the jury failing to come to a verdict, was released on bond, was last night at his home, about nine miles north of Jackson, called therefrom by unknown parties and assassinated. He was shot in the back of the head with buckshot, inducing instant death, the assassins being very near him. He was a white man with a wife and several small children. Who are left in a destitute condition. He was a very reckless man, and feared by those near him. His loss is not deplored, yet we regret very much that such dastardly deeds could be done in our midst.

Georgia Telegraph & Georgia Journal & Messenger January 1, 1879
Homicide at Worthville Griffin News: On Wednesday, on the road near Worthville, in Butts county, Mr. T. F. McNair, a young wheelwright, of Worthville, and well known in Griffin, met Mr. Alf. Hardy, of Jasper county. The latter pulled out a navy pistol and fired at McNair, which the latter returned with a shot gun, instantly killing Hardy. The parties had a previous difficulty some time ago, since which it is claimed that Hardy had threatened and one time attempted the life of McNair. After the killing, McNair delivered himself into the custody of sheriff Curry, at Jackson. Subsequently a Jasper county party appeared on the scene in quest of McNair, when sheriff Curry, unable to safely protect his prisoner, released him on his own recognizance. McNair came immediately to Griffin, and has retained counsel of the Griffin bar.

Weekly Telegraph (Macon) March 27, 1888
A Mystery Cleared
The Names of the Slayer of T. F. McNair
Secret Told by One of the Party
The Names of all the Parties Given The Whereabouts of the Murderers Unknown A Robbery.
     Jackson, March 19 The name of T. F. McNair is familiar to the people of Butts county. He was born in this county and died here. He leaves a good mother and several sisters living, a wife and four children. Tom McNair was a natural mechanic, and had many inventions of his own and might have been a useful man, a good child, husband and father, but he commenced to drink and gamble. Several years ago after gambling all of a Christmas eve night with Alfred Hardy, of Jasper county, an altercation occurred which resulted in the death of Hardy. By considerable effort, on the part of the friends of McNair, and the able defense made by James S. Boynton, now judge, and others, he was acquitted. Since that time, and up to Mc. McNair's death, he was a terror to many at Worthville and the surrounding settlement.
     Several stores were broken open during the years 1886-7, one of them that owned by Welch & Fincher, in this (Butts) county, near Worthville, on the line of Butts and Henry counties.
     McNair and Alfred Shepherd, a nephew, were suspected. Shepherd was arrested. He said that McNair come to his house, and that through threats from McNair he got up from his bed and went with him to the store and stood watch until the store was opened, and that the goods taken he helped to carry to McNair's house. At the commitment trial the negro gave bond, and McNair was sent to he Atlanta jail on failure to give bond, where he remained until the March term of Butts Superior Court, 1887, which was only a few weeks. A true bill was found against McNair. He was put on trial, but the jury disagreed, eleven for guilt, one for acquittal. McNair succeeded in giving bond and returned to his home near Worthville. His demeanor was about the same. Some time last summer he was called at night by some one in or near the public road in front of his house and asked to come out there. He started, and a few feet out from the verandah steps he was shot. It has been the opinion of many for some time that certain persons did it, but not until Saturday, just before the grand jury finished their week's work, one Rance Wilson went before the jury and swore that he was on of five men that killed him. The are all citizens of Henry county, white, respectable and men fo families, and several of them members of the Baptist church. Their names are Rance Wilson, Adolphus Welch, Jasper Williard, Jesse Yancy and Thomas Shaw. The sheriff went out after them Saturday night. Up to this time have only found Welch and Shaw. You correspondent talked with both Shaw and Wilson. They both acknowledges to being present. Shaw claims to have been under the influence of liquor at the time.
     Welch is one of the firm known as Welch & Fincher. He is in very feeble health. (Consumption.)
     The affair is greatly regretted by the citizens both in Butts and Henry counties, and will be a considerable expense to Butts.

McNair, William Osborne
Jackson Progress-Argus, July 21, 1955
W. O. McNair, 78, Died in Ocala, Fla.
     Funeral services for William Osborne McNair, 78, who died Monday, July 11, were held Tuesday afternoon at 4 o'clock in the Chapel of Pyles Funeral Home, Ocala, Fla. Mr. McNair, a former resident of Jackson, who left the county in 1926 and had made his home in Ocala since, died Monday in the Munroe Memorial Hospital. He had been an invalid for several years and was confined to his bed for the past three years. Before his illness, Mr. McNair was a member of the police force in Ocala.
     He was the son of Thomas Florence McNair and Mrs. Cornelia McNair Kimbell of Butts county.
     The Rev. H. S. Hurst of Kendrick, Fla., conducted the services. Interment was in Woodlawn Cemetery in Ocala.
     Mr. McNair is survived by two nephews, Roy McNair, Ocala, and Robert F. Edwards, Dahlonega; four nieces, Mrs. Gordon Bankston, Jackson; Mrs. H. P. Randitt, Americus; Mr. Bob Powell, Moultrie; and Mrs. Guy Crowley, Atlanta.
     Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Bankston attended the funeral service in Ocala on Tuesday.

McNeeley, Emily M., Mrs.
(See Felton, Wightman F., Dr.)

McNeely, Florine Goddard
Jackson Progress Argus 07 Mar 1963
Mother of Mrs. Herbert Moore Died on Friday
     Mrs. Florine Goddard McNeely, 70, of Route 2, Griffin, widow of Mr. Eugene McNeely and mother of Mrs. Herbert Moore of Jackson, died Friday afternoon in an Atlanta hospital where she had been a patient for two weeks.
     Mrs. McNeely had been in declining health for four years. She was a native of Goggans in Lamar County but had spent most of her life in Spalding County. She was a member of the Rehoboth Baptist Church.
     Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock from the Rehoboth Baptist Church with the Rev. H. P. Mc-Donald and the Rev. Alastair C. Walker officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. Haisten Funeral Home of Griffin was in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. McNeely is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Harold Biles and Mrs. Frank Hammond of Griffin, Mrs. Clarence Ball of Barnesville and Mrs. Herbert Moore of Jackson; five sons, Wayne McNeely, Reuben Mc-Neely of Griffin, Aubrey McNeely of Smyrna and Clifford McNeely of Pineole, Calif. three sisters, Mrs. Phil Maddox of Griffin, Mrs. David Fincher of Atlanta and Mrs. Leta Thornton of Orlando, Fla.; three brothers, Ebe Goddard of Goggans, Johnsle Goddard of Moultrie and Chester Goddard of Selma, Ala.; 19 grandchildren and six great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.
     
McNeil, Allie
(See Bankston Aubrey Ray)

McNiece, Lollie Caroline Carmichael
Jackson Progress Argus 17 Feb 1955
In Dallas For Mrs. E. S. McNiece
     Funeral services were held in Dallas, Texas, Saturday at 10:30 a. m. for Mrs. E. Stanley McNiece, the former Miss Lollie Carmichael, whose death at midnight Wednesday resulted after an illness dating from the past August. Burial was in Dallas.
    The passing of Mrs. McNiece at the age of 48 brought deep sorrow to a host of friends here in her girlhood home. As the daughter of the late and Mrs. J. R. Carmichael, prominent in the affairs of Jackson and Butts county, she attended the Jackson schools and the Georgia State College for Women at Milledgeville and completed her education at Brenau College, Gainesville. While living here Mrs. McNiece was a member of the Presbyterian Church which claimed her loyalty and love.
     Following her marriage to Mr. McNiece, widely known traveling salesman, the family had resided in Atlanta and Dallas, but through occasional visits she retained an active interest in Jackson and all its citizens. Her last visit was during August of last year and soon after returning home she became gravely ill.
     Remembered as a young woman of gracious and charming manners and possessed of a sunny disposition, she made friends among all classes. After moving to Dallas Mrs. McNiece became a member of the Presbyterian Church here.
     Survivors are her husband and a daughter, Miss Jackie McNiece of Dallas; two sisters, Mrs. T. J. Dempsey of Watkinsville and Mrs. Ralph W. Barnwell Sr. of Atlanta; four brothers, A. Homer Carmichael and J. R. Carmichael, both of Atlanta; Victor H. Carmichael and J. Edward Carmichael of Jackson; several nieces and nephews.
     Attending the funeral from Atlanta were Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Carmichael and Mrs. Ralph Barnwell. Relatives and friends were asked to omit flowers and donate to the March of Dimes or Cancer fund.
     
McPherson, Fannie Bell
  The Jackson Progress-Argus February 8, 1924
Three-Year-Old Girl Passed Away Saturday.
     Friends of Mr. and Mrs. W. F. McPherson, of Pepperton, sympathize with them in the death of their three-year-old daughter, Fannie Bell, which occurred Saturday morning. The funeral was held at the residence Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock and interment was in the Pepperton cemetery. Besides her parents, the child is survived by three sisters and two brothers.

McPherson, Ivy Hoke
Jackson Progress Argus May 6 1971
Mr. McPherson Buried at Bremen Tuesday
     Mr. Ivy Hoke McPherson, 86, widely known citizen of Bremen, passed way Sunday, May 2nd, in a Atlanta hospital. Mr. McPherson was born October 29, 1884 and had resided in Bremen for a long number of years. He was the father of Mrs. B. B. Campbell of Jackson.
     Funeral services were conducted Tuesday afternoon, May 4th, at two o'clock from the chapel of Hightower Funeral Home with the Rev Jimmy Green and the Rev, James Teems officiating. Interment was in Haralson Memory Gardens, Bremen.
     Mr. McPherson is survived by his wife, Mrs. Nellie Hamrick McPherson, Bremen; two daughters, Mrs. Edna Barton of Atlanta and Mrs. B. B. Campbell of Jackson; three sons, E. M. McPherson, A. F. McPherson, and J. E. McPherson, all of Bremen.

McPherson, Nellie Hamrick
Jackson Progress Argus 09 Dec 1976
Last Rites Held For Mrs. McPherson
     Mrs. Nellie Hamrick McPherson, 87, of 331 Warren Drive, Bremen, passed away November 29th. Mrs. McPherson was mother of Mrs. B. B. Campbell of Jackson.
     Funeral services were conducted Wednesday, December 1st, at three o'clock from Hightower's Chapel, with the Rev. Lee Branham and Rev. Allen Wilburn officiating. Interment was in Forest Lawn Memorial Park with Hightower Funeral Home of Bremen in charge of arrangements.
     Mrs. McPherson is survived by two daughters, Mrs. B. B. Campbell of Jackson and Mrs. Edna L. Barton of Atlanta; three sons, Mr. E. M. McPherson, Mr. A. P. McPherson, and Mr. J. E. McPherson, all of Bremen; one brother, Mr. Gordon Hamrick of Chattanooga, Tenn.; 10 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren.