Funeral Services Set for Today for Carnesville Couple Found Dead Friday

In Franklin County, funeral services will take place this afternoon for a Carnesville couple found dead in their Sandy Cross home on Friday.

Funeral services for 29-year old Matthew Cody Hart, and his wife 28-year old Whitney Samantha Sanford Hart will be held at 1p today from Liberty Baptist Church in Carnesville.

In press release issued late Friday, Franklin County Sheriff Stevie Thomas said it is believed the couple died as the result of a murder/suicide.

The GBI assisted in the investigation, but so far, Thomas has not released any new information on what may have led up to the deaths.

The couple leaves behind two children.

Pruitt Funeral Home of Royston is in charge of the arrangements.

Online condolences may be sent to their families at www.pruittfhroyston.com.

In lieu of flowers, the families ask that memorials be made to the Levi and Kimber Trust Fund at any Pinnacle Bank location.