Jul 25, 2025

Ila Sampat, 80, passed away on July 25, 2025.

She is survived by her beloved husband Mahesh, Cherished son Milan and baby Radha Lali.

Mrs. Sampat's funeral ceremony will be on Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 1:00 pm at Lord and Stephens, East, 4355 Lexington Road, Athens, GA 30605.

Jul 11, 2025

Following an extended illness, Dr. Ileana Arias, 68, died July 11, 2025.

Ileana was born August 29, 1956, in Havana, Cuba, the beloved daughter of the late Jose and Elida Arias (later Elida Gomez). Ileana grew up in New York City and later in Forest Hills, New York. She was raised in a close-knit family, surrounded by her parents, sister, and...

Jul 29, 2025

Janice Lynn Oates Crawford died peacefully July 29, 2025, at home surrounded by family at the age of 77. She was born in Hendersonville NC. She graduated from East Henderson High school in 1966, Appalachian State University in 1970 with a BS in Accounting and Business Education. She was a beloved wife, Mother, Grandmother, Aunt and teacher.

Holding multiple advanced degrees,...

Jul 29, 2025

Jul 26, 2025

Faye Smith, 77, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family, July 26, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer.

A native of Oglethorpe County, she was the daughter of the late Mary Lou Beard and Thomas Edward Smith. She enjoyed cooking for her family and friends, working in her garden and spending time with the ones she loved.

Survivors include...

Jul 26, 2025

Guy W. Lowe, 80, of Arnoldsville, husband of the late Carolyn W. Lowe, passed away on July 26, 2025. Born in Athens, Georgia, he was the son of the late Pearl and Nell Lowe of Winterville. Mr. Lowe retired from the University of Georgia after 37 years. 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Dean...

Jul 25, 2025

Sampson Ray Christian

September 11, 1955 – July 25, 2025

Sampson (Sam) Christian, of Winterville, GA, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, July 25, 2025, at the age of 69.

Born on September 11, 1955, to Willie Ray and Sara Christian of Colbert, GA, Sam was preceded in death by his parents, brothers (David & Daniel), and sister...

Jul 25, 2025

Denise Pinson Roberts, 63, of Monroe, Georgia, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, July 25th, 2025.



Born in Warner Robins, Georgia, to DeWitt and Marvell Pinson, Denise was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and faithful servant of Christ. She was married for 39 years to her beloved husband, Michael “Tony” Roberts, who preceded her in death...

Jul 24, 2025

Carol Nelson Norred, 79, of Athens passed away on July 24, 2025. Born on July 13, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Clifford Nelson and Daisy Bone Nelson.

Carol was a long-time member of Tuckston United Methodist Church. She had a true green thumb and loved gardening. Carol was loving, caring and selflessly devoted to caring for those in...

Jul 24, 2025

William Calvin Smith, 89, of Comer, GA, passed away July 24, 2025. He is the son of the late Mitchell & Jessie Smith. He is also preceded in death by his wife, Mary Smith and his brother, Leroy Smith. He was a founding member of Comer Volunteer Fire Department and served for 60 years. He was a member of Comer...

Jul 23, 2025

Anthony Clyne Huskin, Sr. was born and raised in Murphy, North Carolina and was a resident of Ila, Georgia. 

Clyne married the love of his life, Rosaline Watkins, in May 1968. They had four children, Rhonda Laughlin, Anthony Huskin, Jr., Kimberly Mullins and James Huskin. Clyne had fourteen grandchildren and thirty-one great-grandchildren. His life profession was carpentry. He was an avid...

Jul 21, 2025

Robert Everett Shaw, 74, died on Monday, July 21, 2025.

Born on September 30, 1950 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania he was a son of the late Duane Shaw and Marjorie Nelson Shaw. Bob spent most of his life in Ridgewood, New Jersey and was a graduate of Ridgewood High School and Bergen County Community College. He worked for years as the night-shift...

Jul 20, 2025

Glenda “Kasey” Kay Clayton, 78, of Athens, passed away on July 20, 2025. Born on July 10, 1947, she was the daughter of the late Ben Kay and Mary Annice Kay.

Kasey was a long-time member of Athens First United Methodist Church where she was active in the United Methodist Women’s group, Circle 4, and the Cornerstone Sunday School Class. She...

Jul 18, 2025

Barbara Anne Durden, 85, wife of the late George Thomas Durden, passed away on July 18, 2025. Born in St. Petersburg, FL, she was the daughter of the late Donald Thomas Link and Charity Bryan Link and mother to the late Greg Dillard. Barbara Anne retired from Winn Dixie as the Deli Manager. She and her mother in 1970 opened...

Jul 17, 2025

Dr. Fred Dixon Warren, 79, passed quietly on July 17, 2025, after a prolonged illness. He was born on January 13, 1946, in Athens, Ga. To Dr. C. D. Warren and Doris Wheeler Warren.

Fred enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps and served as a sergeant. He attended college both at the University of Georgia and at Georgia Southern and achieved...

Jul 17, 2025

George John Faz of Crawford, Georgia passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, July 17, 4:43 a.m., surrounded by his loved ones. A devoted husband, father, friend, and professional, John leaves behind a legacy of excellence and integrity.

John was born in San Antonio, Texas on January 31, 1946 to Corrine Vargas Faz and George Faz. During his childhood, John’s...

Jul 17, 2025

In Loving Memory of Carol “Jean” Pattinson

March 15, 1943 – July 17, 2025

Athens, GA

Carol “Jean” Pattinson, 82, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2025, surrounded by the warmth and love of family.

Jean was born on March 15, 1943. She was predeceased by eight siblings and her beloved husband, Charles Pattinson, a proud Navy retiree whose memory she cherished every day.

Jean...

Jul 16, 2025

Arthur "Art" Dyer, 72, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.

Born in New York, Art was the son of the late Arthur W. Dyer and Hilda Hafner Dyer. As a child in a military family, he lived in several places around the world including Austria, France, and Germany with his younger sisters and...

Jul 15, 2025

Lula Brown Brooks, 94, passed away on July 15, 2025. Lula was born in Hillsborough, NC, on September 12, 1930. She was the daughter of the late James Floyd Brown and the late Nellie Mariah Brown. She was married to the late Edward Reese Brooks, Jr.

Lula retired from AT&T in 1991. She was a long-time member of Winterville First Baptist...

Jul 14, 2025

Leo Villaraiz Azarraga passed away on July 14, 2025, at the age of 92. He was the beloved husband to wife Carolyn Azarraga.

Leo is survived by his wife; a daughter, Allyson Carol Swedbergh and son, Jason Leo Azarraga; granddaughter, Layla Caylyn Coley; nieces, Meyanda and Kathy Guillen; many nieces and nephews in the Philippines.

Leo received his PhD in Chemistry from...