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Mike Thomason Farmington, GA
Mike “Pop” Thomason, 65, husband of 42 years to Cheryl Carson Thomason, died Wednesday, August 12, 2020.
A lifelong resident of Oconee County, he was the son of the late John Henry Thomason and Miriam Kitchens Thomason. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his daughter Casey Cole and granddaughter Carson Bailey Cole. Pop retired from Georgia Power as a Lineman. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and loved riding horses.
Survivors in addition to his wife...
Mike “Pop” Thomason, 65, husband of 42 years to Cheryl Carson Thomason, died Wednesday, August 12, 2020.
A lifelong resident of Oconee County, he was the son of the late John Henry...
Brian Deitz Bishop
Brian Lee Deitz was born at Olean General Hospital in Olean, New York, on November 13, 1975. He passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 11, 2020. He was the youngest child of David and Beth Deitz. (Allegany, NY). Brian holds a B.A. from Baldwin-Wallace University (Berea, OH) where he ran four years of track and field and played two years of soccer.
Brian started his career in collegiate athletics as a sports information director with stints at the University of...
Brian Lee Deitz was born at Olean General Hospital in Olean, New York, on November 13, 1975. He passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 11, 2020. He was the youngest child of...
June Elizabeth Gnann Athens, GA
June Elizabeth Martin Gnann, 94, died at home on August 11, 2020. The oldest daughter of the late Emily and Fred A. Martin, June was born in Cleveland, Ohio on March 24, 1926, and moved to Savannah, Georgia as a young girl where she graduated from Savannah High School. She was married to the late Richard L. Gnann, Jr. who passed away in 2002.
June and her family moved to Athens in 1967. She was President of Compressed Cylinder Gases, Inc., Athens, where she worked alongside...
June Elizabeth Martin Gnann, 94, died at home on August 11, 2020. The oldest daughter of the late Emily and Fred A. Martin, June was born in Cleveland, Ohio on March 24, 1926, and moved to...
Walter Janes Athens
Walter P. Janes, Entered into rest on Monday, August 10, 2020. Walter was born in Oconee County on December 18, 1935. He is survived by his brothers, Hershel (Sue) Janes and Charles Janes; sisters: Idabelle Mooney and Margie (Mike) Sosby as well as several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents: Otis and Rosabelle Janes; brothers: Meigs and Tommy and sister Gladys Mae. Walter retired from Gold Kist Poultry. Walter also worked with Homestead Health Care in...
Walter P. Janes, Entered into rest on Monday, August 10, 2020. Walter was born in Oconee County on December 18, 1935. He is survived by his brothers, Hershel (Sue) Janes and Charles Janes;...
Lamar Hines Athens
Lamar Hines, 79, of Ragland, Alabama, passed away on August 10, 2020 in Athens, Georgia.
Burial will be in the Georgia Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Milledgeville, Georgia. The family will have a private celebration of life when it is once again safe to gather freely.
Lamar was born in Ragland, AL to William Wesley Hines and Annie St. John Hines on February 28, 1941. He went to school at Ragland High School. He was married to Eri Pavlides Hines of Athens, Greece for 51...
Lamar Hines, 79, of Ragland, Alabama, passed away on August 10, 2020 in Athens, Georgia.
Burial will be in the Georgia Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Milledgeville, Georgia. The family will have a...
Joe Sykora, Sr. Watkinsville
Hubert Joseph “Joe” Sykora, Sr., 60, went to be with his Lord and Savior on August 9, 2020.
A native of Houston, TX, Joe was adopted into the Sykora family in 1974 when he was preceded in death by his biological parents. He graduated in 1978 from Cy-Fair High School in Houston.
Joe dedicated his life to serving others. Over the course of his 46-year career, he served with honor as a firefighter, police officer, and paramedic. Most recently he has served as a Registered Nurse at...
Hubert Joseph “Joe” Sykora, Sr., 60, went to be with his Lord and Savior on August 9, 2020.
A native of Houston, TX, Joe was adopted into the Sykora family in 1974 when he was...
Ty Hardigree Watkinsville, Georgia
Ty Cobb Hardigree died August 9, 2020. He was born on December 10, 1925 as the third of seven children on a farm during the depression. Because he was premature and weighed about two pounds, the doctor did not expect him to live through the night, but with help from his grandmother, a shoe box and a wood stove, he survived. He enjoyed telling that story every birthday, especially his 94th.
He graduated from OCHS and during World War II, was trained for radio communication in Troy,...
Ty Cobb Hardigree died August 9, 2020. He was born on December 10, 1925 as the third of seven children on a farm during the depression. Because he was premature and weighed about two pounds,...
Ralph Nunn, Sr. Winterville
Ralph William Nunn, Sr., cherished husband, father and grandfather, passed away on Saturday, August 8, 2020 at the age of 71.
Born in Athens, he was a son of the late Ralph Brown Nunn and Menter Graham Nunn. Mr. Nunn attended Mullins High School in Mullins, South Carolina and was a member of Nichols Baptist Church. He was a Veteran of the United States Navy having served in the Vietnam War aboard the USS Intrepid. Mr. Nunn was an active member of American Legion Post 20, Sons of the...
Ralph William Nunn, Sr., cherished husband, father and grandfather, passed away on Saturday, August 8, 2020 at the age of 71.
Born in Athens, he was a son of the late Ralph Brown Nunn and Menter...
Jerry Peterman Stephens, Georgia
Jerry Franklin Peterman, Sr.
Mr. Jerry F. Peterman, Sr. age 81, died peacefully at his home on Friday, August 7, 2020 surrounded by his family.
Mr. Peterman was born on May 3, 1939 in Stephens, GA to the late Ben W. and Vernon Cramer Peterman. He was employed by Dixie Wood, Inc. for most of his adult life. Upon retirement, he spent his spare time as a small engine mechanic; a pastime he loved and in which he excelled. He was able to share his skills with many of his friends and...
Jerry Franklin Peterman, Sr.
Mr. Jerry F. Peterman, Sr. age 81, died peacefully at his home on Friday, August 7, 2020 surrounded by his family.
Mr. Peterman was born on May 3, 1939 in Stephens,...
Elaine Nelms Danielsville, GA
Elaine Burkhalter Nelms, 65, wife of William "Bill" Howell Nelms, Jr., died August 6, 2020. Born in Athens, she was the daughter of the late Ben and Eulene Leachman Burkhalter. Elaine was a homemaker and member of Gilead Baptist Church. Survivors in addition to her husband include three children: Marion (Lorrie) Hammes, Evan Veale and Cassy (Jeff Smith) Nelms; two brothers; six grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Monday, August 10, 2020...
Elaine Burkhalter Nelms, 65, wife of William "Bill" Howell Nelms, Jr., died August 6, 2020. Born in Athens, she was the daughter of the late Ben and Eulene Leachman Burkhalter. Elaine...
Dale Allen Winterville
Leslie Dale Allen, 62, of Winterville, died on Tuesday, August 4, 2020.
Born in Eatonton to the late Leslie Albert Allen and Janelle Ellis Allen Dalton, Dale served his country in the U.S. Army as a Military Police Officer. He later served his local community as Deputy Sheriff and more recently as Chief Probation Officer for Athens-Clarke County. Dale was incredibly passionate about his work. He was known for his belief that all people should be treated with dignity and...
Leslie Dale Allen, 62, of Winterville, died on Tuesday, August 4, 2020.
Born in Eatonton to the late Leslie Albert Allen and Janelle Ellis Allen Dalton, Dale served his country in the U.S. Army...
Nicolas Frederick Gensinger, 29, husband of Andrea Seaward Gensinger, died Monday, August 3, 2020. Born in Athens, GA he was the son of Thomas Henry Gensinger of Las Vegas, NV and the late Veronica Nell Adams. Nick was a graduate of North Oconee High School and had attended the University of North Georgia. He was currently working for Unique Homeworks. Survivors in addition to his wife and father include his daughter: Marlee Church; sister: Nicola Gensinger of Statham; maternal...
Nicolas Frederick Gensinger, 29, husband of Andrea Seaward Gensinger, died Monday, August 3, 2020. Born in Athens, GA he was the son of Thomas Henry Gensinger of Las Vegas, NV and the late...
Syble Norris Athens, GA
Syble Toney Norris 87, of Athens, passed away August 3, 2020. She was the daughter of the late, Stacey Jack & Lillian Coile Toney. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Carroll Leonard Norris; brother, Stacey Jack Toney, Jr. She was retired from General Times and worked part time for Home Instead Senior Care until the birth of her pride and joy “Hunter”. Mrs. Norris was a member of Temple Baptist church.
Graveside services are Thursday August 6, 2020 10:30am at...
Syble Toney Norris 87, of Athens, passed away August 3, 2020. She was the daughter of the late, Stacey Jack & Lillian Coile Toney. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Carroll...
Connie Miller Watkinsville
Connie Abigail Miller, 54, of Watkinsville, Georgia, died on Monday, August 3, 2020. She was the daughter of William Kelley and late Katie Kelley (Shelton). Connie was also proceeded in death by her sister, Susie Greene. She is survived by her spouse, David Miller, children, Kristen Fouche (Brandon), Nicholas Miller (Cheyenne), and Cassie Wood (Casey), grandchildren, Bentley, Hudson, Lily, Zayne, Channing, Hunter, and Brooklin. In addition to the aforementioned survivors, she is survived by...
Connie Abigail Miller, 54, of Watkinsville, Georgia, died on Monday, August 3, 2020. She was the daughter of William Kelley and late Katie Kelley (Shelton). Connie was also proceeded in death by...
Bobbie Jean Austin, 77, died Sunday, August 2, 2020. Born in Walhalla, SC, Mrs. Austin was the daughter of the late Robert Louis Sims and Pearl Gladys Barnett Sims. She retired from Athens Regional Medical Center as a nurse. Bobbie’s true passion was being an Artist and she was a graduate of the University of Georgia with a degree in Graphic Arts. Survivors include her three children: Elizabeth Austin Vardi of Chapin, SC, Melinda Austin (Michael) Ward of Bogart and Robert...
Bobbie Jean Austin, 77, died Sunday, August 2, 2020. Born in Walhalla, SC, Mrs. Austin was the daughter of the late Robert Louis Sims and Pearl Gladys Barnett Sims. She retired from Athens...
Donald Dodd Bogart
Donald Hoyt Dodd, 85, of Bogart, died on Saturday, August 1, 2020.
Born in Oconee County to the late William Hoyt Dodd and Eunice Terry Dodd, Donald served his country in the U.S. Air Force. He opened Children’s Wear Outlet in Athens in 1966 and operated it until his retirement in 2000.
Along with his parents, Donald was preceded in death by his sister, Anne Cheely.
He is survived by his wife, Shirley Freeman Dodd; two sons, Mark (Donna) Dodd and Kenneth (Penn) Dodd; two step-sons,...
Donald Hoyt Dodd, 85, of Bogart, died on Saturday, August 1, 2020.
Born in Oconee County to the late William Hoyt Dodd and Eunice Terry Dodd, Donald served his country in the U.S. Air Force. He...
Harrell Canning, Jr. Athens
Harrell Gustave Canning, Jr., 75, passed away after a brief illness on Friday, July 31, 2020 in Cumming, Georgia. He was born on December 3, 1944 in Athens, Georgia to Harrell Gustave and Mary Alice (Whitehead) Canning, and was raised on his Father’s farm in East Clarke County, on Cherokee Road.
Harrell graduated from Athens High School in 1962. He graduated from Bob Jones University in Greenville, South Carolina with a Bachelor of Science in...
Harrell Gustave Canning, Jr., 75, passed away after a brief illness on Friday, July 31, 2020 in Cumming, Georgia. He was born on December 3, 1944 in Athens, Georgia to Harrell Gustave and...
Jodie Patton Jr. Bogart
Born the son of a farmer, Jodie S. Patton, Sr. and the former Jesse Lou Lee, on February 26, 1941 Jodie S. Patton, Jr. grew up in rural northern Oconee Co. He graduated from Oconee Co High School 1959. He is survived by his bride of 58 years the former Henrietta Edwards. Also, surviving are two children Judy Ann Patton Henry (Jerry Lee Henry) Barnesville, GA and Jodie Michael Patton (Lisa Bridges Patton) Gainesville, GA and one grandchild Christopher Michael Patton (Tracey Anna...
Born the son of a farmer, Jodie S. Patton, Sr. and the former Jesse Lou Lee, on February 26, 1941 Jodie S. Patton, Jr. grew up in rural northern Oconee Co. He graduated from Oconee Co High...
Anna Williams Augusta
Anna Jean Trost Williams, 91 died July 30, 2020.
A native of Greenville, Illinois, she was a daughter of the late George Franklin Trost and Leona Elizabeth McDonald Trost. Anna Jean was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. William Henry Williams, Jr.
Anna Jean was a true pioneer with a adventurous spirit and a thirst for knowledge. She graduated from Washington University in St. Louis, MO, Presbyterian School in Richmond, VA and the University of Georgia Law School in 1968. She...
Anna Jean Trost Williams, 91 died July 30, 2020.
A native of Greenville, Illinois, she was a daughter of the late George Franklin Trost and Leona Elizabeth McDonald Trost. Anna Jean was...
Faye Kesler Athens
Alice Faye Kesler, 77, of Athens, died on Monday, July 27, 2020.
Born in Crawford to Mike Grimes and Beatrice Lucas Grimes, Faye worked as a seamstress for Athens-area textile mills before working for Raffinati Men’s Apparel, which she retired from after 37 years. Faye was a member of Southside Church, and anyone who met her knew that she knew Jesus. She was the most caring, giving person, and though she will be dearly missed, her family is glad that she has gone to the Best Place,...
Alice Faye Kesler, 77, of Athens, died on Monday, July 27, 2020.
Born in Crawford to Mike Grimes and Beatrice Lucas Grimes, Faye worked as a seamstress for Athens-area textile mills before...
Kaylee Brooke Frantz, 20, died Monday, July 27, 2020. Born in Gwinnett, she was the daughter of Gary and Shari Frantz of Statham. Kaylee was a student at Athens Technical College and worked at the Traveling Hobo in Watkinsville. She is also survived by her brothers; Kole and Kannon Frantz; uncles: Johnny (Joanne) Frantz; Scotty (Mary) Frantz; aunts: Traci (Scott) Gillespie and Bopper DeShazo and cousins: Leah (Aidan) Leach, Sara Frantz, Courtney (Rob) Williams, Bobby...
Kaylee Brooke Frantz, 20, died Monday, July 27, 2020. Born in Gwinnett, she was the daughter of Gary and Shari Frantz of Statham. Kaylee was a student at Athens Technical College and worked...
Michael Short Stephens, GA
Michael Brantly Short
Mike Short, 61 peacefully passed away on Monday, July 27, 2020, at his home in Stephens, GA.
He is survived by his wife, Christine Sanders Short, daughters, Teena and Tiffani Short (mother – Kim Patton Jones); brother, Randy(Terri)Short; sister, Dana Short Shannon and his beloved nieces, Lacey Short Coffeen, Chassity(Tanner)Short Hamilton, Danni Short, Keri(Brandon)Logan Sanders, Mary (Hoytes) Logan Damons and nephew, Colby Short; step daughters,...
Michael Brantly Short
Mike Short, 61 peacefully passed away on Monday, July 27, 2020, at his home in Stephens, GA.
He is survived by his wife, Christine Sanders Short, daughters, Teena and...
Timothy Lee Ashurst, Sr., died Saturday, July 25, 2020. Born in Dayton, Ohio, he was the son of the late James Wentland Ashurst and Martha Caroline Allen Ashurst and brother to the late John Ashurst.
Mr. Ashurst retired from the US Postal Service as a letter carrier and served in the US Navy.
Survivors include three children: Kristine Marie (Paul J.) Dooley of Dawsonville, Karen Sue (Steven) Bridenbaugh of Bogart and Timothy Lee Ashurst, Jr. of Wake Forest, NC; sister: Virginia A....
Timothy Lee Ashurst, Sr., died Saturday, July 25, 2020. Born in Dayton, Ohio, he was the son of the late James Wentland Ashurst and Martha Caroline Allen Ashurst and brother to the late John...
Joe Cooper Colbert
Joe Cooper (aka:Tommy Sawyer) 55 of Colbert, GA passed away on July 25th 2020.
He was preceded in death by his mother Hazel Beatrice Adams & his father Roy Cleveland Cooper.
Joe was a hard working man, loving husband, father, & grandpa. He made a living driving a truck for many years & in his leisure time he loved to wrestle & entertain the fans!! He worked for several wrestling organizations; SWA, IWA, SCE, SVW, MRW, ICW, & several others. He was one of a...
Joe Cooper (aka:Tommy Sawyer) 55 of Colbert, GA passed away on July 25th 2020.
He was preceded in death by his mother Hazel Beatrice Adams & his father Roy Cleveland Cooper.
Joe was a hard...
Pattie Wilson Lexington, GA
Pattie Lee Wilson, 91 of Lexington, GA passed away July 24, 2020. She was the daughter of the late, Royce & Lizzie Shepherd. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Marvin B. Wilson; son, Trent Wilson; brother and sister, Lester Shepherd, and Alma Gallman.
Pattie was employed as a bank teller in Wilkinson county for many years. Once Pattie moved to the Oglethorpe county area she was employed at Showtime Bowl where she became an avid bowler. She loved to read especially her...
Pattie Lee Wilson, 91 of Lexington, GA passed away July 24, 2020. She was the daughter of the late, Royce & Lizzie Shepherd. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Marvin B....
Athens, GA – Dr. Victor C. Nix, 99, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2020. Born in Carroll County, GA, he was the son of the late Carl Augustus Nix, and Mattie Martin Nix. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Martha Nix, his second wife, Katherine Nix, seven siblings, and a son, Gari Nix.
Survivors include his son, Doug Nix, daughter-in-law Janet Nix, and beloved granddaughter, Leah Nix.
After serving his country in the Air Force for three...
Athens, GA – Dr. Victor C. Nix, 99, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2020. Born in Carroll County, GA, he was the son of the late Carl Augustus Nix, and Mattie Martin Nix. He...
Dan McClure Athens, GA
Dan McClure, 71, of Athens, Georgia, went to be with his Creator on July 24, 2020 after some extensive health conditions. Praise the Lord! For he has heard my cry for mercy. The Lord is my strength and shield. I trust him with all my heart. He helps me, and my heart is filled with joy. I burst out in songs of thanksgiving. Psalm 28:6-7 (NLT) He was born to parents Betty L. McClure and Ronald M. McClure, on September 1, 1948 in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. He was preceded in death by his parents,...
Dan McClure, 71, of Athens, Georgia, went to be with his Creator on July 24, 2020 after some extensive health conditions. Praise the Lord! For he has heard my cry for mercy. The Lord is my...
Shirley Bridges Watkinsville, GA
Shirley Williams Bridges 84, passed away July 23, 2020. She was born on March 3, 1936 in High Shoals, GA. Mrs. Bridges was the daughter of the late, Andrew & Louree Williams. She graduated from Watkinsville High School in 1954. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Bridges; son, Andy Bridges and grandson, Drew Bridges.
Mrs. Bridges married her husband, Harold J. Bridges at the Casulon Plantation in Good Hope, GA on June 15th 1962 and raised her family in Watkinsville, GA and...
Shirley Williams Bridges 84, passed away July 23, 2020. She was born on March 3, 1936 in High Shoals, GA. Mrs. Bridges was the daughter of the late, Andrew & Louree Williams. She graduated...
Eva Burgess Bogart, Georgia
Eva Mae Burgess, 88, of Bogart passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2020. Born on March 11, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Frank Hammond and Daisy Culver Hammond.
Eva was a long-time resident of Bogart and member of Bethabara church. She enjoyed cooking, tending to her flower garden, and making quilts.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband William Charlie Burgess; brothers, Donnie and Lamar Hammond; sister, Edna Duffell; and grandson, Chad...
Eva Mae Burgess, 88, of Bogart passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2020. Born on March 11, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Frank Hammond and Daisy Culver Hammond.
Eva was a long-time resident...
Dr. Hugh Dookwah Athens
Dr. Hugh D. Dookwah, of Athens-Clarke County, passed away peacefully in his home on July 23, 2020 from Congestive Heart Failure at the age of 70.
Hugh was born August 24, 1949 in Georgetown, Guyana, to the late Randolph Dookwah and Geraldine Anderson. He spent much of his childhood reading and enjoying Spaghetti Westerns with his mother, while learning biology from his father. Hugh proved to be an exceptional student by earning entry into Queens College at the age of 14. He began his...
Dr. Hugh D. Dookwah, of Athens-Clarke County, passed away peacefully in his home on July 23, 2020 from Congestive Heart Failure at the age of 70.
Hugh was born August 24, 1949 in Georgetown,...
Edward Casper Columbia, SC
Edward Barton Casper, 65, of Columbia, SC, died Wednesday, July 22, 2020.
Born in Miami, FL, Eddie was the beloved son of Harold R. Casper and Dorothy Thornton Casper, both of Watkinsville, GA. He was an avid hunter, UGA football fan, engineering graduate of Midlands Technical in Columbia, SC and a retired Commercial Superintendent of Edcon Construction.
In addition to his parents, survivors include his daughter: Brittanae Casper of New York, NY; brothers: Michael R. (Lugene)...
Edward Barton Casper, 65, of Columbia, SC, died Wednesday, July 22, 2020.
Born in Miami, FL, Eddie was the beloved son of Harold R. Casper and Dorothy Thornton Casper, both of Watkinsville,...
Jimmy Tucker Danielsville, GA
Jimmy Tucker, 80 of Danielsville passed away July 22, 2020. He was the son of the late, Alvin & Rilla Tucker. Mr. Tucker was retired from Ila Elementary School.
Funeral services are Saturday, July 25, 2020, 2:00 pm at Macedonia Church, the body will lie in state from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm. The family will visit at the funeral home on, Friday, July 24, 2020, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Interment will be in the church cemetery.
Survivors include wife, Grace Tucker; Sons, Gene (Janet) Tucker,...
Jimmy Tucker, 80 of Danielsville passed away July 22, 2020. He was the son of the late, Alvin & Rilla Tucker. Mr. Tucker was retired from Ila Elementary School.
Funeral services are Saturday,...
Linda Dottery Watkinsville
Linda Louise Morphew Dottery, 79, of Watkinsville, died Tuesday, July 21, 2020. She was born in Bixby Knolls Maternity Hospital of Long Beach, California.
A native of Long Beach, Mrs. Dottery was the daughter of James Blane and Leona M. Morphew of Long Beach, CA. She was a homemaker and a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. She was the organist for her ward until she was physically unable to walk to the organ.
Linda married her husband, William...
Linda Louise Morphew Dottery, 79, of Watkinsville, died Tuesday, July 21, 2020. She was born in Bixby Knolls Maternity Hospital of Long Beach, California.
A native of Long Beach, Mrs....
Jessie Blake Athens
Jessie Miller Blake of Athens, Ga died July 19, 2020.She was born on September 25, 1927 in Spartanburg County, SC and attended public school in Greer, SC. She was preceded in death in 2019 by her husband of 72 years, Fred Blake. She married Fred in 1946 and worked as a secretary while he completed his education. She was a member of several garden clubs and participated in the Meals on Wheels program for many years. She enjoyed playing bridge and cooking. At the time of her passing, she was a...
Jessie Miller Blake of Athens, Ga died July 19, 2020.She was born on September 25, 1927 in Spartanburg County, SC and attended public school in Greer, SC. She was preceded in death in 2019 by her...
John Weber Watkinsville
John Alan Weber, 82, Watkinsville, died July 18, 2020. He was born to Constant and Jeanne Weber, August 24, 1937 in Oceanside, NY.
John had a 30-year career in print journalism before a decade as a media specialist at UGA, where he retired in 2004. He was known for his marine photography, diverse publications, and pioneer advocacy for cochlear implant users.
Survivors include his wife of 39 years, Marcia; son, David Hood-Weber (Katie); stepson, William Ziegler; stepdaughter, Jennifer...
John Alan Weber, 82, Watkinsville, died July 18, 2020. He was born to Constant and Jeanne Weber, August 24, 1937 in Oceanside, NY.
John had a 30-year career in print journalism before a decade as...
Betty Smith Athens
Betty Marie Reed Smith, 88, of Athens died on Friday, July 17, 2020.
Born in Texas to the late Earl Hobson Reed and Alva Veigh Harris Reed, Betty graduated from Irving High School and Dallas Business School, then worked in Dallas, TX in a law firm.
Betty then met and married the love of her life, Jack. Betty’s direction changed as she took on the role of wife and new mother. Betty’s love of music and chorus often filled the sanctuary each Sunday with...
Betty Marie Reed Smith, 88, of Athens died on Friday, July 17, 2020.
Born in Texas to the late Earl Hobson Reed and Alva Veigh Harris Reed, Betty graduated from Irving High School and Dallas...
Doris Jackson Athens, GA
Doris Faye Jackson, age 84 of Athens, GA, passed away July 16, 2020. She was the daughter of the late Otis & Flara West. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Marshall Jackson; brothers and sisters, Hoyle West & Max West, Thelma West & Dale West. Mrs. Jackson was a founding member of the Life Church of Athens.
Doris grew up on her family's farm in Fairmount, Georgia where she was baptized in the Salacoa river at the age of 12, graduated from Fairmont High school,...
Doris Faye Jackson, age 84 of Athens, GA, passed away July 16, 2020. She was the daughter of the late Otis & Flara West. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Marshall Jackson;...
Grace Rabek Athens
Grace McClurg Rabek, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away on Thursday, July 16 following her 91st birthday.
Born in Cleveland, Ohio on July 4, 1929, she was a daughter of the late Robert McClurg and Dorothy Donaldson McClurg. Mrs. Rabek moved to Athens in 1969 and was very active in the community. She was a faithful member of Athens First United Methodist Church for over 50 years and a member of United Methodist Women since 1957. Mrs. Rabek retired from the Athens...
Grace McClurg Rabek, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away on Thursday, July 16 following her 91st birthday.
Born in Cleveland, Ohio on July 4, 1929, she was a daughter of...
Hillman F. Griffith, Jr. Athens
Mr. Hillman "Buddy" F. Griffith, Jr. 86, died July 16, 2020.
Born August 31, 1933 in Athens, GA, Mr. Griffith retired from the United States Navy after twenty-one years of dedicated service to his county and the University of Georgia after thirty years of employment. He was a member of Prince Avenue Baptist Church for many years.
Graveside services will be private.
Survivors include his wife, Delores C. Almand-Griffith; children, Cheryl (Donnie) Davis,...
Mr. Hillman "Buddy" F. Griffith, Jr. 86, died July 16, 2020.
Born August 31, 1933 in Athens, GA, Mr. Griffith retired from the United States Navy after twenty-one years of...
Amy Mathis Colbert
Amy Elaine Mathis, 43, of Colbert, died on Tuesday, July 14, 2020.
Amy was that most rare sort of person: a truly sweet, contented individual. She disliked no one and was never heard to utter an unkind word about anyone. Above all, she loved reading, her family, her dogs.
She is survived by her husband, Ronnie William Mathis, Jr.; her parents, Allen Junior Garmon and Patsy Elaine Garmon; step-daughter Brittney Walker; three siblings: Julie (Ricky) Reaves, Rhonda (Michael) Ottosen, and A.J....
Amy Elaine Mathis, 43, of Colbert, died on Tuesday, July 14, 2020.
Amy was that most rare sort of person: a truly sweet, contented individual. She disliked no one and was never heard to utter an...
Lanier Bridges Lexington, Georgia
Lanier Bridges, 88, of Lexington, GA passed away on Tuesday, July 14, 2020. Born on January 21, 1932 in Crawford, GA, he was the son of the late George W. Bridges and Sarah Noel Bridges and was the youngest of 10 children. In his later years, he retired as a manager at Western Union in downtown Atlanta.
In addition to his parents, Lanier was preceded in death by 3 sons: Rusty Bridges and 2 infant boys; 2 brothers; and 7 sisters.
Survivors include his wife of 67 years, Jeanette A. Bridges;...
Lanier Bridges, 88, of Lexington, GA passed away on Tuesday, July 14, 2020. Born on January 21, 1932 in Crawford, GA, he was the son of the late George W. Bridges and Sarah Noel Bridges and was...
Joe Morris Crawford
Joe Donald Morris, cherished husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away on Monday, July 13, 2020 at the age of 82.
Born in Madison County, he was the son of the late Joe Dorsey Morris and Agnes Carter Morris. Mr. Morris retired from the United States Air Force and was a decorated Vietnam Veteran. He was a member of Amity Masonic Lodge, enjoyed gardening and most importantly, spending time with his family. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first...
Joe Donald Morris, cherished husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away on Monday, July 13, 2020 at the age of 82.
Born in Madison County, he was the son of the late Joe...
Susan Schoewe Rutledge, GA
Susan Hudgins Schoewe passed from this life at 8pm, Monday July 13th, 2020 at her home in Rutledge, Ga. after being diagnosed with Stage 4 Lung Cancer the week before. She had the loves of her life by her side…husband John, son Hayden and her yorkie pup, Winston. She was 61 years old. To know Susan was to love her and she will be greatly missed by all the lives she touched.
Susan is survived by her husband, John F. Schoewe, her son, Hayden Bruce Schoewe, father...
Susan Hudgins Schoewe passed from this life at 8pm, Monday July 13th, 2020 at her home in Rutledge, Ga. after being diagnosed with Stage 4 Lung Cancer the week before. She had the loves of...
Richard Patrick Danielsville, Georgia
Richard A. Patrick, age 93, passed peacefully Monday, July 13th at his home in Danielsville. He was born May 10, 1927 in Whitfield Co. Ga. His mother was Mossie Pierce and father was Mickey Patrick.
Mr. Patrick began his military career before graduating high school and in his lifetime served in the U.S. Navy, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Marine Corps and the U.S. Army. He was a Veteran of WWII and the Korean Conflict. He retired in 1987 after 42 years of service....
Richard A. Patrick, age 93, passed peacefully Monday, July 13th at his home in Danielsville. He was born May 10, 1927 in Whitfield Co. Ga. His mother was Mossie Pierce and...
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