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Norman Edward McGlohon, Jr.
Jun 19, 2026
Norman Edward McGlohon, Jr., passed away peacefully on June 19, 2026, in Athens, Georgia, at the age of 93.
Born on December 14, 1932, in Laurens, South Carolina, Norman lived a life defined by faith, family, service, and a love of learning. He earned a bachelor's degree in Agricultural Education and a master's degree in Plant Pathology from Clemson University before...
Timothy "Tim" Gordon
Jun 12, 2026
Timothy Douglas Gordon, 63, of Danielsville, GA died June 12, 2026.
Timothy "Tim" Gordon was survived by his wife, Theresa Hawes Gordon; his son, Nathaniel "Webb" Gordon; his mother, Sallie Gordon; his brothers, Joseph Kent Brolon (Paula); Melvin Kenneth "Ken" Gordon (Shawnmarie); his sister, Sharon Jordan, his mother-in-law, Becky Hawes, and several nieces, nephews, aunts and cousins.
He was preceded in death...
Jim Bailey Talley, III
Jun 15, 2026
Jim Bailey Talley III, of Athens, Georgia (79) passed away on June 15, 2026.
He was born in Pecos, Texas, June 6, 1947, to Jim Bailey Talley, Jr, and Louise Crist Talley. Until he was 8, he lived on the plains and prairies of west TX where his love of cowboy boots and cowboy hats started. Because of his father’s job...
Barbara Wickenden Peterson
Apr 11, 2026
Barbara Wickenden Peterson passed away April 11th at the age of 95. She held a Bachelor’s degree and a Master’s degree both in Arts and Sciences from Georgia State University and taught high school Social Studies in Fulton County. After moving from Atlanta to Athens in 1986, she became office manager and editorial associate for Athens Magazine. She lived a...
Deborah Dukes Davis
Jun 18, 2026
Deborah Dukes Davis, 68 of Winder, passed away June 18, 2026. She was the daughter of the late, J.B. & Marjorie Dukes. Debbie was a Truth Partner of Truth for Life Ministries Pastored by Alistair Begg.
Debbie was a teacher for 30 years, 25 years at Forest Park High School & Middle School; 5 years at Union Grove High School. She...
Chantelle Marie Rives
Jun 16, 2026
Chantelle Marie Rives was born on February 17, 1969, in Mobile, Alabama. She lived a full life and passed away on June 16, 2026, at her home in Athens, Georgia. Chantelle worked as a ghost writer for Viking. She had a master's degree. Chantelle is survived by her parents, Wayne Reid Rives and Jeanne Capriotti Rives. She was a loving...
Richard Thomas Mayer, Jr.
Jun 16, 2026
Richard (Dick) Thomas Mayer, Jr., age 81, of Athens, GA died on June 16, 2026. He was the son of the late Richard Thomas Mayer, Sr. and Lucy Larue Walters (maiden name Daniels, formerly Mayer).
He attended the University of Georgia and earned a B.S. in Chemistry and a Ph.D. in Entomology. After completing his Ph.D. in 1971, he began his...
Jimmie Lee Inglett
Jun 15, 2026
Jimmie Lee Inglett, cherished mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 15, 2026 at the age of 83.
Born in Augusta, she was the only child of James Thomas Worthen and Myrtle Lee Lance Worthen. Jimmie moved to Arnoldsville at a young age and graduated from Oglethorpe County High School, where she formed many lifelong friendships. She found...
Marjorie Giles Foster
Jun 12, 2026
Marjorie Giles Foster
January 8, 1939 – June 12, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Marjorie Giles Foster on June 12, 2026, in Athens, Georgia.
Marjorie was born on January 8, 1939, in Oconee County, Georgia. She enjoyed square dancing and baking and was deeply loved by her family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her...
Tammy H Roberts
Jun 11, 2026
Tammy Healan Roberts, 59, passed away on June 11, 2026.
Tammy grew up in Athens, GA. She remained living in the surrounding area her entire life. She was a 1985 graduate of Clarke Central High School. She regularly attends Cornerstone Athens Church. She previously attended Oconee Heights, Trinity & East Athens Baptist Church. She was employed with the Clarke County and...
Nina Lee Hayes
Jun 10, 2026
Nina L. Webb Hayes, age 86, peacefully passed away on June 10, 2026. She was born on March 13, 1940, to the late Lee Alton Webb and Grace Gresham Webb.
Nina graduated from Greene County High School and continued her education at Johnson Business School in Athens, Georgia. She married Joe Gene Hayes of Lexington, Georgia, and together they shared 67...
Clyde Elton Harwell, Jr.
Jun 10, 2026
Clyde Elton Harwell, Jr., beloved husband, father, grandfather, and man of steadfast faith, passed away peacefully, surrounded by the loving presence of his family. Known to all who cherished him as “Elton,” he was born on October 23, 1934, in Fort Worth, Texas, to Clyde Elton Harwell and Evelyn Harwell (née Nichols). A proud resident of Fort Worth and a...
Robert Nathan Murphy
Jun 9, 2026
The Reverend Robert "Bob" Nathan Murphy, Sr. passed away at the age of 89 in his Watkinsville home June 9, 2026. His service of remembrance will be in the sanctuary of the Watkinsville First United Methodist Church, Watkinsville, Georgia, June 27, at 2:00 P.M. The family will receive visitors in the Watkinsville UMC Fellowship Hall at 12:30pm.
Bob was born on...
Pamela Michele Carter
Jun 9, 2026
Pamela Michele Weldon Carter, 75, a long-time resident of Madison County, died unexpectedly June 9 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Athens.
Born May 9, 1951, in Tifton, Michele was the daughter of the late Sam and Marcella Weldon. She attended Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College and the University of Georgia and was employed in several departments at UGA.
On August 5, 1972, Michele...
Jean Lillian Russell Everett
Jun 8, 2026
Jean Lillian Russell Everett, 81, passed away on June 8, 2026 surrounded by her loving family.
Ms. Everett was born to the late Mr. Raymond J. Russell and Clara Beaulieu Russell on August 31, 1944 in Old Town, Maine.
Jean Lillian Russell married William Robert Everett on January 23, 1965. Together, they had two children, Lisa and Ron, and built a close...
Janie Chalker Neal
Jun 8, 2026
Janie Chalker Neal was born on October 20, 1939, in Gibson, Georgia. She lived a life full of love and care as a homemaker. Janie was a loving mother and grandmother who brought joy to her family and friends. She lived in Athens since 1959, nearly seven decades and was a member of Prince Avenue Baptist Church where she enjoyed...
Peggy Williams
Jun 7, 2026
Peggy Batchelor Williams, 95, of Morrow, Georgia, passed away on June 7, 2026.
Born on March 4, 1931, in Colquitt, Georgia, she was the daughter of the late Lee and Nanny Batchelor. She spent her entire life as a loving sister, wife, mother, and grandmother. In her free time, she enjoyed shopping, watching Atlanta Braves baseball, and a good mountain vacation....
Dorothy Hawkins Costa Dickens
Jun 7, 2026
Dorothy Hawkins Costa Dickens, 96, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 7, 2026. She is now resting in the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Upon her arrival in heaven, Dorothy was joyfully reunited with many departed loved ones who went before her, including her precious granddaughter, Laura.
Her memory and legacy of faith will be forever honored and cherished...
Kimberly Cook Dunlap
Jun 6, 2026
Kimberly (Kim) Cook Dunlap passed away Saturday, June 6-, 2026 at her family's home in Winterville, Georgia.
Kim was born in Guymon, Oklahoma on February 29-, 1956 to Dr. Melvin Kay (Curly) Cook and Sandra Blankenship Cook. After three years in Texas, the Cooks moved to Georgia at the urging of Dr. O.G. "Dan" Daniels, a close family friend and mentor....
Lana Virginia Taylor
Jun 5, 2026
Lana Virginia Taylor was born on April 22, 1946, and she lived her whole life in Oconee County. She passed away peacefully on June 5, 2026. Lana graduated from Oconee County High School in 1964. She loved her community and worked as a paraprofessional for Oconee County Schools. Lana was also a loving mother and took great joy in caring...
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