Obituaries

Cynthia “Cindy” Denise Wood, beloved wife, devoted mother, proud Mimi, and a quiet source of grace in the lives she touched, entered her heavenly home on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, wrapped in peace and surrounded by love. She was 67.

Born February 7, 1938, Robert J Brooks Jr, age 87, of Chattanooga, TN, (formerly of Perry, NY) passed away on January 22, 2026 at his home

Janet Marie Chapman, 57, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026, at her home in Trenton, Georgia, surrounded by her family.

James Austin “Jamie” Rector Jr., 54, of Chattanooga, Tennessee, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 30, 2026, after bravely facing critical illness for the last three months.

Forever in our hearts, Melva Jean Gilbreath was born on October 5, 1930, and passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family on January 31, 2026, at the age of 95. She was a longtime resident of Trenton, Georgia.

Carolyn Jane Goodman, a cherished matriarch, peacefully passed away on January 27, 2026, at the age of 92. Born on May 17, 1933,’s journey was one enriched with love, family, and a passionate commitment to her community.

Brenda Faye Doyle, age 69, of Trenton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2026.

Doris Cagle Slater, age 83, of Flat Rock, Alabama, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, January 25, 2026, with Matt and Rachel Hill and Kim Williams by her side.

Shirley Elizabeth Stevens, age 89, of Higdon, Alabama, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, January 25, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

William (Bill) Ray Hurst, age 89, passed away peacefully, with his wife of 65 years by his side, on December 12, 2025, in Trenton, Georgia.