Mr. Hugh Frank Heaton, 73, of Clay Street, Hartwell, passed away Sunday, March 25, 2018 at his home.

Born on August 12, 1944 in Hartwell GA, he was the son of the late Hubert T. Heaton and Olivia Ford Heaton. Mr. Heaton was formerly employed with Economy Drug Store, Life of Georgia and The Hartwell Company.He was a retired furniture restorer and a clock repairman. He also was a member of the First Baptist Church of Hartwell.

Survivors include his wife: Deane Willis Heaton; one son: Frankie Heaton and his wife Christie of Bowersville; three brothers: Billy Heaton of Anderson, Roger Heaton of Hartwell and Paul Heaton of Riverside, CA; one sister: Elizabeth Moore of Winterville, GA. Mr. Heaton was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers: Joe Heaton and Burkley Heaton and one sister: Margaret Miller.

A memorial service celebrating Hugh Frank's life will be held on Wednesday, March 28, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Hartwellwith Dr. Steve Albanese, Rev. Carter Tucker and Mr. Kevin Heaton officiating.Mr. Heaton wished to be cremated after his services.

The body is at the Strickland Funeral Home of Hartwell where the family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 pm Tuesday evening.The family is at the home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church of Hartwell, 81 East Howell Street, Hartwell, GA 30643 or to the charity of one's choice.

The Strickland Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Hartwell is in charge of all arrangements.