STEWART COUNTY, Ga. (WTVM) – A Stewart County commissioner died in a car accident on Sunday, according to local officials, leaving the community in mourning.
District 2 Commissioner MaQuonzie Thomas’s death was announced through social media by the Stewart County Commission. Officials said the crash happened not far from his home, adding to the shock and grief felt throughout the Louvale community and the county as a whole.
Thomas was known locally for his service and involvement in county matters, and his sudden passing has deeply affected residents who knew him as both a public servant and a neighbor. Community members have expressed their condolences online, sharing memories and honoring his contributions.
Details surrounding the crash have not been fully released, and authorities have not provided additional information about the circumstances of the accident.
Funeral arrangements for Thomas have been set for May 2. The service will take place at the Foundation B. Wims Community Center, located at 7062 Green Grove Road in Lumpkin, Georgia. Residents and officials are expected to gather to pay their respects and celebrate his life and service.
His death marks a significant loss for Stewart County leadership and the community he served.
