Peggy Rice Autry

Mrs. Peggy Rice Autry, age 76, of Nicholson, GA passed away after an extended illness on October 5, 2016.  She was born December 7, 1939, the daughter of the late Will and Essie Bone Rice, formerly of Madison County.  Mrs. Autry was of the Baptist faith and was a homemaker.  She was a faithful wife and mother and always enjoyed the company of others, especially at the holidays and family get-togethers, with a warm spirit.  In addition to her parents, Mrs. Autry was preceded in death by her brothers, Horace and Donald Rice; and great-granddaughter, Anne Marie Dunaway.

Mrs. Autry is survived by her husband of 57 years, Jerrel R. Autry of Nicholson; sons and daughters-in-law, Mark Autry (Cindy) of Homer, Joe Autry (Melissa) of Maysville, Michael Autry (Shannon) of Jefferson and Ricky Autry (Tami) of Danielsville; brother, Gene Rice (Peggy) of Watkinsville; sister, Thelma Benton of Athens; grandchildren, Brandon, Kellyn, Hope, Brandi, Eli and Taylor Autry; great-grandchildren, Slater and Alberta; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be at 2 PM, Saturday, October 8 at the chapel of Little-Ward Funeral Home with Rev. Billy Owensby officiating.  Interment will follow in Howington Cemetery.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday night from 6 to 8 PM.

Little-Ward Funeral Home, Commerce is in charge of arrangements.