Evans Funeral Home announces the death of Mr. Newell Jones Chatham, age 85 of Jefferson, Georgia who entered into rest Thursday, August 23, 2018. Mr. Chatham was born in Carnesville, Georgia the son of the late Robert Chatham, and the late Norma Bryant Chatham. Mr. Chatham was retired from the Jackson County School System and was of the Baptist Faith, attending the Flea Market Church. In addition to his parents, Mr. Chatham is preceded by his wife: Faye Roberts Chatham.
Survivors include two sons, David Chatham of Jefferson, and Roger Chatham of Snellville. Sister: Shelby Moore of Carnesville. Two grandchildren: Kathy Hadfield and Heidi Chatham. Three great-grandchildren: Jordan Solis, Reed Hadfield, and Riley Hadfield. One great great-grandchild: Emily Solis.
Funeral services will be held 2:00 P.M. Saturday from the Chapel of Evans Funeral Home with Pastor Joe Hardy officiating with burial to follow in Jackson Memorial Park, Commerce, Georgia. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday 12:00 – 2:00 P.M.
Evans Funeral Home, Inc., 1350 Winder Highway, Jefferson, Georgia. 706-367-5467.
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