Jane Dellinger
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...
Howard Cornelious Esco Sr.
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...
James Escoe
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,...
Nancy Carrole Picard
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...
Elizabeth "Betty" Argo
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...
Suzanne Lockhart Bell
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...
Donna Lynn Hamlett
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...
Ellen Cook Jackson
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...
Lindsey L. Fambrough, Jr.
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...
David Griggs
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...
Nelda Olivia Wardlow Patrick
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,...
Anna Carithers Thomason
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...
Guelda Vivian Peterson
Aug 16, 2025
Guelda Vivian “Dusty” Peterson, 85, died Saturday, August 16, 2025.
Born in Bowersville, GA, she was the daughter of the late Doyle Webster Hicks and Sadie Brown Hicks. In addition to her parents and husband, Dusty was preceded in death by her husband David William Peterson, son Brian K. Peterson, grandson, Jonathan Richard Peterson and siblings, Emma Hicks “Beanie” Christian, Ellis...
Christine Devereaux
Aug 16, 2025
Christine Barrett Devereaux, age 91, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2025, at her home with family by her side.
Born in Long County, GA, to James Barrett and Annie Fulton, Chris was the youngest of eight children. She graduated from Long County High School in 1952 and later from St. Joseph’s School of Nursing in Atlanta.
In 1956, she married Theron...
David Ray Tyner
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...
Gloria Coile Peterman
Aug 15, 2025
Gloria Coile Peterman passed away on August 15th, 2025, at the age of 83, with her family at her side. Born on January 31, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Edmond D. Coile and Thelma Hall Coile of Crawford, GA. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and cherished friend to many. After graduating high school, she married...
Larry McLure
Aug 15, 2025
Larry G. McLure, 82, passed away surrounded by friends and family on August 15, 2025.
Larry was born in Inglewood, California on December 7, 1942. He grew up in Phenix City, AL and graduated from Jordan Vocational High School in 1960 in Columbus, GA, He also graduated from the University of Georgia with Bachelors and Masters Degrees in Music Education, and...
David Bruce Wilmot Sr.
Aug 14, 2025
David Bruce Wilmot Sr, 83, of Athens, GA passed away on August 14,2025. Born in Ohio, he was the son of the late Hardie Fae Wilmot and Frank Bruce Wilmot. David worked at Reliance Electric for 20 years. While at Reliance, David had the privilege of winding the first military Atomic Submarine motor. David then worked at Modern Body Shop...
Jonathan Parry King
Aug 14, 2025
Jonathan Parry King July 24, 1957–August 14, 2025
Jonathan Parry King, 68, of Watkinsville, Georgia, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2025.
Born on July 24, 1957, in Athens, Georgia, Jonathan was a graduate of Clarke Central High School (Class of 1975) and the University of Georgia, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in education in 1979. During his college years, he...