Obituaries

Eatonton Messenger/File Photo

Eatonton Messenger/File Photo

Edward LaCounte Sallette

Mr. Edward LaCounte Sallette, age 89, passed away on December 5th, 2025. Edward had a calm spirit and a very positive outlook on life, was devoted to his Christian faith and family, and was a devoted father.
Richard Thomas Nix Sr.

Richard Thomas Nix Sr.

Richard Thomas Nix Sr.

Nancy Bartlett, Martha Beckum, and Carolyn Wright (Mike), as well as his sister-in-law, Madeline Nix. Richard’s extended family includes numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins who were touched by his warmth and generosity.Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Preston Nix, Sr.
Julie Collis Maddox

Julie Collis Maddox

Julie Collis Maddox

Julie Collis Maddox, 54, of Eatonton, Georgia, entered her Heavenly home on November, 26th, 2025. A devoted wife, mother, and JuJu, Julie’s life was a reflection of love, service, and grace.A member of Wesley Chapel Church, Julie enjoyed crafting, especially making beautiful bows and wreaths.
Thomas “Cliff” Clifton Hardy

Thomas “Cliff” Clifton Hardy

Thomas “Cliff” Clifton Hardy

Thomas “Cliff” Clifton Hardy, 81, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, surrounded by his family. A celebration of his life was held on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Harvest Baptist Church, 642 Old Phoenix Road, Eatonton, Georgia.
Frances Cheryl Ashfield Weems

Frances Cheryl Ashfield Weems

Frances Cheryl Ashfield Weems

Frances Cheryl Ashfield Weems passed away Sunday morning, November 16th, surrounded by her family. Cheryl was born on December 14, 1944, in Baldwin County, Georgia, the daughter of T.A. and Frances Clair Ashfield. Cheryl was married to Pat Weems for 58 years.
Willie Beatrice Clements

Willie Beatrice Clements

Willie Beatrice Clements

Willie Beatrice Clements of Eatonton, GA, peacefully passed away at her residence on Sunday morning, November 2, 2025.Sister Willie Clements was born June 26, 1940, to the late Willie James and Carrie Bell Little.She attended Butler-Baker School and joined Jefferson Baptist Church at an early age.
Elizabeth Williams

Elizabeth Williams

Elizabeth Williams

Mrs. Elizabeth “DV” Williams, affectionately known as “Dee”, transitioned peacefully on November 13, 2025, at Atrium Health Navicent Pine Pointe Hospice in Macon, Georgia.She was 77 years of age. She was preceded in death by her son, Kerry L.
Thomas Goodwin Scott Jr

Thomas Goodwin Scott Jr

Thomas Goodwin Scott Jr

Thomas Goodwin Scott Jr., age 58, of Americus, Georgia, passed away on November 16, 2025, due to heart complications. He was born on February 16, 1967, and grew up in Eatonton, Georgia, before settling in Americus.
Jesse Thomas Copelan Jr.

Jesse Thomas Copelan Jr.

Jesse Thomas Copelan Jr.

Jesse Thomas Copelan, Jr., 84, of Eatonton, passed away at home with his beloved wife of 40 years on November 9, 2025. Jesse was born July 29, 1941, in Greensboro, Georgia, to the late Jesse Thomas Copelan, Sr., and Cornelia Poss Copelan.
Ronald Sidney Bridgeman

Ronald Sidney Bridgeman

Ronald Sidney Bridgeman

Ron earned his Eagle Scout rank at 14, as a ninth-grader, and was student council president and a member of the basketball team, according to a newspaper clipping at the time.