McHone, Daws "Fats" (Athens)

  • Tuesday, February 7, 2023
Daws “Fats” McHone, 67, of Athens, passed away on Saturday, February 4, 2023 at his home. Daws was born on May 25, 1955 in Athens to the late Rex “Duck” and Carrie Mae McHone.

Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, J.B. McHone, Ralph McHone, Dean McHone, Aaron McHone, Clarence “Tootle” McHone and Tommy McHone; and his sisters, Nella Broadwell-McHone, Shirley Trew and Patricia Jerels.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory his companion, Pat Gibson; siblings, Rex (Lois) McHone, Gene (Margie) McHone, Barbara (Clifford) Bales and Sandra Letner McHone; along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends.

There will be no services held at this time.

Share a personal memory of Daws or your condolences with his family at his online memorial at www.companionfunerals.com. 

Companion Funeral Home of Athens and the Cody family are honored to assist the family with these arrangements.
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