John Scott McCall

John Scott McCall, ("Johnny McCool") born October 9, 1942, age 84, passed away peacefully on Oct 27, 2026 at his beloved home in the woods on the land that he had nurtured his whole life. The property was adjacent to Springwood Plantation where he succeeded his father as the long time manager for many years.

He is preceded by his parents, William Brinson McCall & Susie Wells McCall, as well as his sister, MaryAnn Shuman, and brother, Billy McCall (Sue).

Johnny leaves his beloved wife of 22 years, Mary Carol Hackney McCall, sons, John Scott McCall, Jr (Lia) of Kailua, Hawaii, Keith McCullin Hamm, Jr (Leigh) of Morehead City, North Carolina, Richard Arnold Hamm (Alicin) of Athens,Georgia.

He adored his four grandchildren, Zachary, Mary Moseley, Syd, and Ruby. Also, numerous cousins, nephews, & niece. Johnny graduated from Monticello High School & Birdwood College. He served honorably in the US Marine Corps during the Vietnam War.

Johnny will be remembered for his love of nature, a dedicated conservationist, and steward of the land. He was an avid outdoorsman & hunter, he enjoyed the bounty of wildlife & always loved talking to owls, numerous birds, and was obsessed with weather predictions. His equestrian skills were honed from his beloved Emmitt who was his mischief sidekick & mentor. Johnny taught many local kids riding & shooting skills as well as a love of nature.

Visitation will be Sunday, November 1, 2026, 5:00-7:30 pm at home. 5125 Highway 93, South. Thomasville, Georgia.

Graveside services will be held Monday, November 2, 2026, 11:00am at New Ochlocknee Baptist Church. 5319 Georgia Highway 93 South, Thomasville, Georgia.