Former Bibb County Sheriff Jerry Modena died Wednesday night.
Modena, 73, was home surrounded by his family when he died, said Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones.
Modena was elected in 2001 and served three terms in office. He was named Georgia Sheriff of the Year in 2012.
"The members of the Bibb County Sheriff's Office are grieving the loss of Sheriff Jerry Modena," Bibb County Sheriff David Davis said in a written statement. "We send our heartfelt condolences to his family and friends. Sheriff Modena's commitment to the sheriff's office and to our community were unparalleled. His contributions will forever be remembered."
Modena's family is receiving visitors from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday at Mabel White Baptist Church, located at 1415 Bass Road in Macon.
The funeral service is being held Monday at 11 a.m. at the church. Burial will follow at Macon Memorial Park Cemetery, located at 3969 Mercer University Drive in Macon. Macon Memorial Park Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.