Peggy Andrews Randolph
Dec 7, 2025
Peggy Andrews Randolph, 79, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2025, surrounded by immense love.
Peggy was born on November 15, 1946, in Morgantown, West Virginia. A gifted musician from an early age, she pursued her passion at West Virginia University, where she earned both her Bachelor of Music with High Honors and her Master of Music. She was also a...
Greta Gertrude Blake
Nov 19, 2025
Greta Gertrude “Trudy” Blake passed away on November 19, 2025. Trudy was born in Blackshear, GA. She graduated from Wayne County High School. She attended college and graduated from Grady Hospital School of Medical Technology.
She married Tom Blake and had two daughters, Kristie Tucker (Scott) and Kathryn Blake.
Her husband died in July 1976 while living in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. While...
Elizabeth Maureen Patton
Dec 27, 2025
Elizabeth Maureen Patton, age 92, died December 27, 2025.
Funeral Services will be Friday, January 2, 2025 at 2:00 PM at the chapel of Lord and Stephens, WEST. Interment will follow at Evergreen Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:00 PM at the funeral home.
A complete obituary will be added soon.
Lord and Stephens Funeral Home, WEST, is...
Donald "Don" C. Bradberry
Dec 27, 2025
Donald C. "Don" Bradberry, 78, of Hull, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 27, 2025.
Born in Athens, he was a son of the late Robert Donald Bradberry and Grace Betts Bradberry. Don was a Purple Heart Veteran of the United States Army having served in Vietnam. He retired from the Georgia Department of Corrections and from Kendall/Vortex where he worked...
Thomas Wheless
Dec 26, 2025
Benjamin Thomas Wheless, age 83, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2025.
Thomas, of Sandy Cross, was born on February 6, 1942 to Joseph H. Wheless and Lula Catherine Thomas Wheless. He was raised in Oglethorpe County and developed a strong work ethic which he carried throughout his whole life. Thomas proudly served in the US Army and was stationed in...
John Henry Smith
Dec 24, 2025
John Henry Smith, a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on December 24, 2025, in his home surrounded by love and warmth. Born on April 26, 1933, in West Jefferson, North Carolina, John lived a life full of adventure, passion, and accomplishment that left an indelible mark on all who knew him.
John's career was marked by his tenure as...
Chris Giddens
Dec 23, 2025
Hewlett Christopher Giddens passed away peacefully on December 23, 2025, and went to be with the Lord and his beloved wife, Roxanne Elaine Giddens.
Chris was born on July 9, 1968, and was raised in Oconee County, Georgia, by his father, Harold Hewlett Giddens, and his mother, Sylvia Ann Ivy. Chris attended Oconee County High School and completed his electrical degree...
Doris W. Tolbert
Dec 23, 2025
Doris W. Tolbert, a beloved mother, sister, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2025, in Athens, Georgia. Born on January 7, 1945, in Grayson, Georgia, Doris brought joy, love, and warmth to everyone who was fortunate enough to know her. Doris retired from the Madison County Senior Center, where she made a lasting impact on the community she...
Dr. William Gary Love
Dec 23, 2025
William Gary (Gary) Love, 84, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2025, in Athens, Georgia, with his devoted wife Janice by his side. Born in Meridian, Mississippi, Gary grew up in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, where his early exposure to the scientific community would shape his life's work.
Gary earned both his bachelor's degree and PhD in Physics from the University of...
Wade Patterson
Dec 22, 2025
Wade Patterson, 62, of Comer, passed away on December 22, 2025.
Born in Athens, GA, he was the son of William Telvie Patterson and Runita Jane Butler Patterson. Wade dedicated many years to his career with McKenny’s and was a proud member of the local 72. In his free time, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, watching Nascar, Georgia football and riding his...
Martha C. Almond
Dec 22, 2025
Martha Casebier Almond, 90, of Athens, GA passed away on December 22, 2025. Born on March 22, 1935, she was the daughter of William Lee Casebier and Bernice Myrl Hatcher.
Martha was employed by AT&T (Bell South) where she spent 37 years. She was promoted after six months to Trainer. She trained new operators to handle long-distance calls. She was service...
Soonhoon Choi and Lexi Waldroup
2025
Soonhoon Choi and Lexi Waldroup Choi were two souls bound by love, devotion, and an unbreakable bond. Though their lives were taken far too soon, the love they shared and the light they brought into this world will never fade.
Soonhoon Choi was a gentle soul with a heart full of love. He was a devoted husband, a loving son, and...
Charles Dee Meiser
Dec 20, 2025
Charles Dee Meiser, a devoted husband, loving father, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2025, at the age of 85. Born in Springfield, Ohio on December 14, 1940, Charles was a man whose life was marked by dedication and unwavering commitment to his family and community.
For 37 years, Charles served as a Letter Carrier for the United...
James Henry Bradberry
Dec 20, 2025
James (Jim) H. Bradberry, 84, of Arnoldsville died on December 20, 2025. The son of the late James and Virginia Bradberry. Jim graduated from Oglethorpe County High school in 1959 and served in the US Navy after graduation.
Jim was precede in death by his wife and son Lynne and Bill Bradberry and his sister Nancy Freeman.
Jim is survived by his...
Claude A. Paten
Dec 17, 2025
Claude Allen Paten, 86, of Athens, GA unexpectedly passed away on December 17, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.
A man of humble beginnings, Mr. Paten leaves behind a legacy of hard work and tenacity with his large family. Beginning his life in rural Missouri, Mr. Paten worked fervently to make the best life for his wife and children. His grit...
Linda Marshall
Dec 16, 2025
Linda Boykin Marshall, 80 years old, passed away peacefully with family by her side in Athens, GA on December 16, 2025.
She was the daughter of Roscoe and Geraldine Boykin. She attended Savannah High and Armstrong State College and was married to her beloved husband, John, for over 54 years.
Along with her parents, Linda was preceded in death by her sister...
Clara Hajduk Roesler
Dec 16, 2025
Clara Hajduk Roesler, born July 10, 1944, passed away peacefully on December 16th in Athens, Georgia.
Clara began her professional life at a law firm in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, where her attention to detail and efficiency earned the respect of colleagues and clients alike. After moving to Georgia, she built a long and dedicated career at the University of Georgia, where...
Wanda Gail Loggins
Dec 15, 2025
Wanda Dobbs Loggins, 70, of Commerce, passed away on December 15, 2025. Born in Athens, she was the daughter of the late Berlin Howard Dobbs and Mary Frances Dobbs. In addition to her parents, Wanda was preceded in death by her brother, James Dobbs.
Wanda was a truck driver for many years. She enjoyed traveling and being out on the road....
David Paul Camp
Dec 15, 2025
David Paul Camp, 73, entered into eternal life with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on December 15, 2025 in Marietta, GA. He was born on June 2, 1952 in Atlanta, GA to the late Paul & Helen Camp of Watkinsville, GA. David grew up in Watkinsville and was a member of Boy Scouts. He graduated from Oconee High School...