Mrs. Mary Ann Matthews Cofer, 72 of McDonough passed away peacefully at her home November 8, 2020. She was born in Birmingham, Alabama on September 15, 1948 to the late William and Willie B. Matthews. Mary Ann was also preceded in death by her husband of 34 years, Don Cofer, Sr. She was a member of Hopewell Presbyterian Church in Covington for many years. Mary Ann was one of the first female deputies for Henry County Sheriffs office and she retired after 30 years of service. Mrs. Cofer was an avid history buff and loved Civil War re-enactments. Some of her hobbies included music, antiquing, gardening, raising pheasants, horseback riding and finding a bargain. She is survived by her loving daughter, Karrie (Keith) Cromer, step-son, Don (Nancy) Cofer, Jr. and step-daughter, Amanda (Cory) Baldwin, seven grandchildren, Aubrey (Austin) Willingham, Ashley Cameron, Caitlyn Cofer, Clay Cofer, Caleb Cofer, Jerrie Baldwin and Logan Baldwin. The family will receive friends from 1:00pm - 3:00pm on Tuesday, November 10, 2020 followed by a chapel service at 3:00pm at Haisten Funerals and Cremations in McDonough. Burial will follow at Hopewell Presbyterian Church Cemetery in Covington.
