Aug 27, 2025

Susan Minish Steed, age 68, of Ila, GA. passed away Wednesday, August 27, 2025 after a year long battle with cancer. She was born in Commerce, GA. on July 9, 1957 to the late Cecile Simmons Minish and Ferris Minish. She was the youngest of ten children. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her infant...

Aug 26, 2025

Mary Peggy (Martin) Monroe passed away on August 26, 2025 at the age of 76. 

Mrs. Monroe was preceded in death by her husband, James Darrell Monroe; father, Roy R. Martin; mother, Florence A. Martin; brother, Julius R. Martin and sisters, Lois M. Whitehead, Luree Thomas, and Inez M. Whitehead.

Mrs. Monroe is survived by one nephew, six nieces and several great-nephews...

Aug 27, 2025

Wanda Echols, 80, passed away peacefully on August 27, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Wanda was preceded in death by her late husband, Ernest Echols, her parents Leon and Mellie Myers McDougal, her daughter, Tina Turpin, her stepson, Herbie Echols, her grandchildren, Megan Epps and Brandon Turpin, her nephew, Shane Fleming and her four-legged companions, Gizzie and Izzie. She is...

Aug 28, 2025

Aug 15, 2025

David Ray Tyner, 73, passed away suddenly on Friday August 15, 2025 at Piedmont, Athens, Ga with his family at his side.

David was born on January 31, 1952 in Athens, Ga. to the late Hilda Brown Tyner and Garnett Harris Tyner. A lifelong resident of Madison County, he was a dedicated man to his home and family. He retired from...

Aug 17, 2025

Nancy Picard, 85, passed away on August 17, 2025 after a lengthy illness and is survived by her husband, four children, five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Nancy will always be remembered as a caring and intelligent woman who made many contributions to each local community she lived in throughout her career as a teacher, student, social worker and program director. Nancy...

Aug 20, 2025

Elizabeth Stephens Argo, age 96, of Athens, Ga., passed away on August 20, 2025.

Known as Betty to her family and friends, her memorial service will be held on Sunday, August 31, 2025, at 4 p.m. in the Day Chapel of The State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens. St. Mary’s Health Care System Hospice chaplain Don McKelvey will preside over...

Aug 29, 2025

Robert “Bob” Paul Harris, Jr., a passionate and loving husband, brother, father, and grandfather, passed away on his 77th birthday, August 28, 2025.

Bob was born in Terre Haute, Indiana, to the late Robert and Peggy Harris on August 28, 1948. He earned his bachelor’s degree in industrial technology from Indiana State University, where he especially loved watching Larry Bird play...

Aug 26, 2025

Larry Dale Freeman, Jr, 69 of Athens passed away on August 26, 2025 following a courageous battle with Glioblastoma. Larry was born on September 18, 1955 in Ramsgate, UK to Larry D. Freeman, Sr. and Patricia Carpenter Miles. The young family was stationed in Germany while Larry Sr, was with the U.S. Airforce. Upon completion of their military service, the...

Aug 24, 2025

Marilyn Jane Scarborough Dellinger entered the gates of her heavenly home into the arms of her Lord and Savior on August 24, 2025. Born in Lexington, GA on August 31, 1941, she was the oldest daughter of O. D. and Marie Bryant Scarborough.

Jane spent much of her younger years in Lexington. She lived briefly with her family in Savannah and...

Aug 23, 2025

Howard C. Esco Sr., a devoted father, grandfather and great grandfather, passed away on August 23, 2025 at the age of 97. Howard was born on June 18, 1928, in Colbert, GA to the late Hal H. and Leight C. Esco. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by a daughter, Surecia E. Riley; brothers, Aubrey and Grady...

Aug 22, 2025

James E. Escoe, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2025, at the age of 83.

James was born on November 6, 1941, in Clarke County, to the late Jack and Mary B. Escoe. He earned his GED and later attended the IBEW Electrical Apprenticeship School in Atlanta. James was a master of his trade,...

Aug 22, 2025

Suzanne Lockhart Bell, cherished wife, mother, Nana, Gran-Nana and Aunt Boo, passed away on Friday, August 22, 2025, at the age of 87.

Born in Tell City, Indiana, she was a daughter of the late J.B. and Marie Lindsey. Suzanne was a faithful member of Chapelwood United Methodist Church since 1964. She served as a Sunday School Teacher, active member of...

Aug 21, 2025

Full obituary details for Mrs. Allison will be announced.

Aug 20, 2025

Donna Lynn Hamlett, 68, of Bogart, passed away on August 20, 2025. Born on July 21, 1957, she was the daughter of Judith Hamlett and the late Leyman H. Hamlett.

Donna loved everyone fiercely and had a gentle, nurturing nature, making her a mother figure to many. She was passionate about flowers and maintained a beautiful flower garden. She loved hanging...

Aug 20, 2025

Ellen Cook Jackson, aged 80, of Bogart, Georgia, passed away on August 20, 2025. She was born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and was the cherished daughter of the late James Daniel Cook, Sr. and Era Payne Cook. Ellen is lovingly remembered by her family, including her daughter, Paige Jackson, and her great-grandchild, Charlee Grace Cox. She is also survived by...

Aug 20, 2025

Lindsey L. Fambrough, Jr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on August 20, 2025, at the age of 72, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.

Born on June 24, 1953, in Athens, GA, Lindsey's life was marked by a profound love for others, always putting their needs before his own.

Lindsey retired after a commendable 28-year career as...

Aug 19, 2025

David Griggs, a beloved father and devoted husband, passed away on August 19, 2025, in Hull, Georgia. David was born on August 14, 1947, in Cleveland, Alabama.

David, a retired mechanic, spent an impressive 39 years at the same company.

As a proud veteran who served two years and seven months in the Army, David exemplified bravery and duty, values that he...

Aug 19, 2025

Nelda Olivia Wardlow Patrick, 98, passed away peacefully in Athens on the afternoon of August 19, 2025 with her son in attendance.

Born in Arabi, Georgia, she was the only daughter of five children born to the late George Clifford Wardlow and Ella Pate Wardlow of Arabi, GA. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband,...

Aug 16, 2025

Anna Carithers Thomason, 76, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully at home in Ila on August 16, 2025. Born on July 27, 1949, Anna lived a life filled with love for her family and friends.

During her career, Anna devoted her time and skills to C&S Bank. She enjoyed several years at home with her children before returning...