K9 Ella

Debbie Lurie-Smith debbie@jcnews.com The Jones County Sheriff’s Office honored K9 Officer Ella last week with the report of her death and recognition of her more than seven years of service as a vital partner in law enforcement.

Ann Mayne

Ann Mayne, was born on November 15, 1946, in Corpus Christi, TX, and passed away peacefully on July 29, 2023, in Gray, GA. A funeral service was held Thursday, August 3, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at Calvary Baptist Church with the Pastor Danny Mundy officiating.

Patricia Poole Whidby

Patricia Poole Whidby passed away Wednesday morning, August 2, 2023, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. A visitation for family and friends was held Friday, August 4, 2023, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Gray Memorial Chapel 4378 Gray Highway Gray, Georgia 31032.

Glennie Grier Ivey Jr.

Glennie Grier Ivey, Jr., 93, entered into rest on Friday, August 4, 2023. Glennie was born on December 26, 1929, in Forsyth, Georgia to the late Glenn Grier Ivey, Sr. and Rosie May Ivey. He was a veteran of the United States Navy.

Kristie Jenia’ Mixon Vaughn

Kristie Jenia’ Mixon Vaughn, known affectionately as Kristie, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, August 1, 2023, in her hometown of Macon, Georgia. A funeral service was held Tuesday, August 8, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. at Hart’s Mortuary, Jones County Chapel.

J. B. Upshaw

J.B. Upshaw, 89, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 27, 2023. Family will greet friends on Monday, July 31, 2023 beginning at 10:00 a.m. at Snow’s Funerals and Cremations at Macon Memorial Park until service time at 11:00 a.m. Pastor Wayne Lenderman will be officiating the celebration of life.

Paul John Milanek Jr.

Jan. 10, 1941 - July 26, 2023 Paul John Milanek, Jr., age 82, of Macon, GA, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2023. A memorial service was held Friday, July 28, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Inurnment was private at Riverside Cemetery.

Beverly Worsham Jones

Feb. 27, 1942 - July 11, 2023 Beverly Worsham Jones “MaMa” passed away on July 11, 2023. Beverly Worsham Jones was taken by her guardian angel’s hand to join her Lord and Savior in Heaven. She was a loving mother, and a Blessed MaMa to eight grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.

Geraldine “Gerri” Black Morgan Thomas

Feb. 18, 1936 - July 6, 2023 Geraldine “Gerri” Black Morgan Thomas was born February 18, 1936, to the late William and Maggie Black in Clinton-Jones County, Georgia. She gained her heavenly wings on July 6, 2023. Geraldine attended Jones County Public Schools.

Lt. Col. James (J. C.) Daniels

Nov. 3, 1932 - July 10, 2023 J.C., 90, was born on November 3, 1932, to Nadine Daniels and Emmett C. Daniels, in Dooly County, Georgia. He moved to Forsyth in 1946 and attended Mary Persons High School. He was a tool and die maker at Robins Air Force and retired after 42 years of service.