A Geneva County town is in mourning following the tragic loss of a longtime elected official, who tragically passed away shortly after Tuesday night's run-off election.

Samson city councilwoman, Jeanetta Hobdy, ran unopposed for her third in office in the August municipal election.

She was first elected back in 2000.

Mrs. Hobdy was a highly respected Samson Elementary School teacher, who retired a few years ago.

City officials say she was at a campaign gathering and complained of not feeling well.

She then died a short time later at her home of an apparent heart attack.

Mrs. Hobdy leaves behind a husband and daughter.

She was 56-years-old.