Franklin C. “Lin” Turner

Feb. 6, 1951 - Nov. 12, 2023 Franklin C. “Lin” Turner, a beloved resident of Jones County, was born on February 6, 1951, in Macon, GA, and peacefully passed away at home on November 12, 2023, after a courageous battle with a lengthy illness, surrounded by his loving family.

Allen Harrell

Aug. 14, 1956 - Nov. 13, 2023 Allen Harrell, a cherished resident of Gray, Georgia, born on August 14, 1956, in Macon, Georgia, peacefully passed away at home on November 13, 2023. He was 67 years old.

Brenda Jo Kelly

July 19, 1959 - Nov. 16, 2023 Brenda Jo Kelly, 64, passed away Thursday, November 16, 2023, at her residence. Services will be private with interment at Kelly-Wells Cemetery in Jones County. Ms. Kelly was born July 19, 1959, in Macon to the late Willard Kelly and Mary Smith Kelly.

Howard Walter

Aug. 30, 1957 - Nov. 6, 2023 Mr. Howard Walter, 66, of Gray, passed away Monday, November 6, 2023. Friends and family celebrated his life at 2:00 p.m., Friday, November 10, 2023, at Hart’s Mortuary Jones County Chapel with the Reverend Kreg Bryan officiating.

Rick Mora

Nov. 29, 1962 - Nov. 5, 2023 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rick Mora, a devoted husband, loving father, and proud grandfather, who left this world on November 5, 2023, in Gray, Georgia.

Mackensie Dawn Nickles

Nov. 12, 2023 Mackensie Dawn Nickles, 24, of Jones County, passed away Sunday, November 12, 2023. A celebration of her life will be private. Mackensie will be dearly missed by her friends, family, and church family at Greenwood Baptist Church.

Ronald Eugene Robinson Sr.

Nov. 11, 2023 Mr. Ronald Eugene Robinson, Sr., age 76, passed away on Saturday, November 11, 2023. Funeral services were held at 1 PM on Thursday, November 16, 2023, in the Chapel of Victory Baptist Church with Rev. Kenny Walker officiating.

Donald “Donnie” Bruce Evans

July 14, 1950 - Nov. 7, 2023 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Donald “Donnie” Bruce Evans, a loving father, devoted grandfather, and cherished friend to many.

Alton Everett Jernigan, Sr.

Mr. Alton Everett Jernigan, Sr., 83, of Jones County, passed away Sunday, October 22, 2023. Services for Mr. Everett Jernigan were conducted Wednesday afternoon, October 25, 2023, at 3 p.m. at Gordon Church of Christ with Mr. David Israel and Mr. Billy Taylor officiating.

Patsy Jackson Califf

Oct. 20, 2023 Patsy Jackson Califf, a beloved mother, friend, and nature enthusiast, passed away on October 20, 2023, at the age of 59. Her departure leaves a void in the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to know and love her.