OBITUARIES

Mar 21, 2023

Barry Keith Hayes, born September 23, 1955 in Framingham, Massachusetts, was the youngest of William Vincent and Margaret Dixon Hayes’ four children. Barry was a lifelong adventurer and dreamer, always planning his next project or escapade. He lived in 15 different states throughout his lifetime and enjoyed countless professions, ranging from maître d’ of the Piedmont Driving Club in...

Mar 21, 2023

Charlotte Beasley Northrop, Athens, GA, 85 years old, passed away on March 21, 2023 from Alzheimer’s disease. She was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, daughter and friend to many. She was a strong Christian woman who truly gave unconditional love to all.

Charlotte was born in Petersburg, Tennessee on June 12, 1937...

Mar 20, 2023

Timothy Stockton “Weasel” Faust, 64, died March 20, 2023.

A native of Warner Robins, GA, he was a son of the late Julia Stockton Turner and John T. Faust, Jr. and the grandson of Addie Noell and John T. Faust, Sr. and J.W. and Clyde Stockton. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Jeannine and...

Mar 19, 2023

Barbara Ann Mansfield, 96 of Athens, Georgia passed away March 19, 2023.  Barbara was born and grew up in Detroit Michigan with her mother, father and twin sister, Mary. Barbara graduated from Albion College with an Elementary Ed degree and then went on to graduate with her Masters in Arts Degree from Cranbrook. Barbara was an amazing artist, and...

Mar 19, 2023

Conner Petersen, 27, of Eatonton, passed away on Sunday, March 19, 2023.

Born in Decatur, he was a son of Steven Lester Petersen and Lynn Guillard Petersen. Conner graduated from North Oconee High School and was a successful entrepreneur. He never met a stranger and had a sense of humor that will be remembered. Conner thrived on...

Mar 19, 2023

Nan S. Holloman, 99, died March 19, 2023.

A native of Cornelia, GA, Mrs. Holloman was a daughter of the late Jesse Alexander and Maxine Tribble Stevens and the widow of Alva Lee “Bobo” Holloman. She lived in the Athens area since 1964 and retired from the Navy School of Athens after twenty-six and a half years....

Mar 19, 2023

Mary Modlin Neikirk, 77, of Bogart, passed away on March 19, 2023. She was born in Ocala, FL on January 30, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Bruce Modlin and Lula Boatwright Modlin.

Mary was married to the love of her life Terry Neikirk, for 53 years.  She loved spending time  with her family and...

Mar 18, 2023

Patsy Carol Gable Appleby, 63 of Athens, passed away on March 18, 2023. She was the daughter of the late, John Henry & Pearl Lillian Gable; was preceded in death by her husband, Royce Appleby, Jr., and also preceded in death by a sister, Thelma Jean Ricks; brothers, Donnie Gable and J.B. Mayo.

She was a lifelong...

Mar 17, 2023

Kenneth Alan Johnson, 72, of Bishop, passed away on March 17, 2023. Born on October 15, 1950, he was the son of the late Ralph Johnson and Mary Morgan Johnson.

Ken was a calm, quiet natured man. He was kind and caring, and if you were in need of help, he would always try to do what...

Mar 16, 2023

Emory Steven “Steve” Hearn, 65, of Statham, GA died on March 16, 2023. Born on April 14, 1957, he was the son of the late John Marvin Hearn and Mary Sue Mobley Hearn. Steve worked in construction. Survivors include his brothers: John Hearn and Todd (Laurie) Daniel and nieces and nephews: Kathy (Randy) Bellew, Erin (Shane) Willburn, Jake Hearn...

Mar 16, 2023

James Christopher Elkins Jr., Jim to family and friends, departed his earthly home on March 16th, 2023 at the age of 69.

Jim was born in May 1953 to James and Mary (Sue) Elkins in Waco, TX, joining sisters Wanda and Janet. His father’s work with the United States Air Force eventually brought the family to Warner...

Mar 16, 2023

Geraldine L. Mathis, 95 of Athens, passed away on March 16, 2023. She was the daughter of the late, Hugh F. & Lelia C. Lyle; also preceded by a husband, John I. Mathis; sister, Mary H. Lyle; and a brother, Herman O. Lyle; grandchildren, Calvin and Tristian Scott. Mrs. Mathis was retired from General Times.

The funeral...

Mar 16, 2023

Elaine Ivie Lundy, 77, of Farmington, GA went to be with her Lord and Savior on March 16, 2023.

A native and lifelong resident of Oconee County, she was the daughter of the late Alvin Thurman and Pauline Pritchett Ivie.

Elaine was a faithful follower of Jesus Christ and was the oldest active member of...

Mar 15, 2023

Russell Alan Coile, 47, husband of Megan Nicole Coile, died March 15, 2023.

Born in Athens, GA, he was the son of Ricky Coile and Debra R. Horton. He was preceded in death by his grandson Easton Alan Coile.  Russell was a framer and trim carpenter and was employed by Southern Saw Dust. He was a true...

Mar 13, 2023

Ruby Lee Harper, 95, of Watkinsville, passed away on March 13, 2023. Born on August 9, 1927, she was the daughter of the late Lawrence and Jennie Martin.

Ruby loved her family and dedicated her life to raising her children.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her children, Grady Harper,...

Mar 13, 2023

Waymon L. “Wally” Ash, 75, husband of 52 years to Betty Sue Page Ash, died on Monday, March 13, 2023.

Born in Athens, he was the son of the late Woodrow Wilson Ash and Hazel Juanita Elder Ash.  Wally graduated from Oconee County High School in 1966 and received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Georgia...

Mar 13, 2023

Tina Noland, 58, of Danielsville, GA, passed away at home surrounded by loved ones on March 13, 2023 after a short battle with lung cancer. Born in Gainesville in 1964, Tina was just 2 years old when she was adopted by her mother and father Inez and Rev. James Wilhelm Jr. She came to know Christ as her Lord and...

Mar 12, 2023

Leonard Elliot Templeton died peacefully at Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital on Sunday, March 12 after a brief illness.  He was 78 years old.

Born to the late William and Virginia Templeton, Leonard was raised in Mathews, GA.  He attended Wrens High School, Middle Georgia College and graduated from The University of Georgia Pharmacy School.  He worked as...

Mar 12, 2023

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of “Charlie” Charles H. Whitehead, 88, of Bogart, GA passed away on March 12, 2023, after a battle with colon cancer. He was the son of the late Bill and Kathleen Whitehead. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife of 62 years, Jo Whitehead and...

Mar 12, 2023

Vicki Lee Carnes Anderson 58 of Arnoldsville, passed away on March 12, 2023. She was the daughter of the late, Don Carnes. She was the most caring soul you could know, always thinking of others before herself. She was an angel on earth and is in heaven. We will all surely miss you.

Funeral services are Thursday,...