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Barbara Ann McBrayer

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Barbara McBrayer, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 23, 2026, at the age of 78.

Born on October 27, 1947, in Red Bay, Alabama, Barbara was the only daughter of the late Wayne and Betty Hughes. She leaves behind a legacy of love and kindness that will be cherished by all who knew her.

Barbara was married to her sweetheart, Talmadge McBrayer, for an incredible 59 years. As they approached their 60th wedding anniversary in April 2026, their bond remained unbreakable. Together, they built a life filled with laughter and hard work, launching their own business, MCS Painting, in 1972. Barbara was the heart of the office, juggling daily activities with grace and determination.

Barbara was an active member of New Georgia Baptist Church, where she made many lifelong friends. Before that, she was a familiar face at Poplar Springs Baptist Church. Wherever she went, Barbara had a knack for making friends and lifting spirits with her warm smile and kind words.

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She loved to explore, traveling to the beach, spending time in the North Georgia Mountains, or just relaxing at the lake. Barbara’s zest for life and her ability to connect with others made her shine bright in any situation.

Barbara is survived by her husband, Talmadge McBrayer; son, Josh (Kaley) McBrayer; daughter, Karen (Gary) Armstrong; sister-in-law, Marie (Thomas) Butler; and her best friend, Linda Kinnin. Barbara was the greatest “Gran” to her three grandsons: Harrison McBrayer, Reed McBrayer, and Sam Armstrong. Her love for her family was immeasurable, and she cherished every moment spent in their company.

The family will hold a visitation at Clark Funeral Home on February 25, 2026, from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM. Barbara will lie in state at New Georgia Baptist Church on Thursday, February 26, 2026, from 2:00 PM until 2:30 PM. Funeral services will take place at New Georgia Baptist Church on February 26, 2026, at 2:30 PM with Dr. Keith Stell officiating. Barbara will then be laid to rest in Paulding Memorial Gardens.

Barbara McBrayer will be deeply missed but fondly remembered for her kindness, strength, and the love she shared with everyone around her.

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Rev. Dwight L.Young

March 5, 2026
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By Kevin The Editor

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Rev. Dwight L.Young, 95, went to be with Jesus on March 2, 2026, in Hiram, Georgia.

He was a faithful member of New Canaan Baptist Church in Dallas, Georgia. He was born in Union Church, MS, at home on October 4, 1930, the fourth child and first son to Leon V. and Dollie Thornton Young. He made his profession of faith at the age of 12.

Dwight knew at a young age that he wanted to be a pastor. He graduated from Mississippi College, and then Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary with a Master of Divinity degree.

He was a veteran of the Korean War.

Dwight held pastorates in western Canada, Michigan, South Carolina, and Arizona. His calling was to be a church planter where he pastored small churches and grew them into larger churches.


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Rev. Young had a passion for sharing the Gospel of Christ and winning the lost to know Jesus. He ministered to people and met them where they were and cared for their needs. His favorite Bible verse was, “This is the day the Lord has made, I will rejoice and be glad in it” (Psalm 118:24).

He always had a smile on his face and faced life with joy in his heart. Some of his interests over the years included tinkering with cars, fixing anything, bowling, boating, and card games, but most of all spending time with his daughters and their families.

Rev. Young is preceded in death by his parents; his first wife of 52 years, Carolyn Collins Young; his second wife of 17 years, Christine Cochran Young; and his three sisters and two brothers.

He is survived by his four daughters: Brenda Ferrell (TN), Peggy Chase (Ron) (AZ), Sharon Maddox (GA), and Sandra Burnham (David) (GA); 8 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews.

The family will hold a Celebration of Life on May 9, 2026, at 11 am at Benson’s Funeral Home in Dallas, Georgia, with receiving of friends at 10 am.


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In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Rev. Young’s memory to the North American Mission Board, SBC, (4200 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta, GA, 30022-4176), or to the Alzheimer’s Association at alz.org.

With grateful hearts, the family wishes to recognize the staff at Manor Lake Memory Care in Hiram, Georgia, as well as Trinity Hospice for their loving care of Rev. Young during the past two and a half years.

Benson Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Rev. Dwight L. Young.

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