OBITUARIES

May 14, 2023

Patricia Ann McElroy Bennett, known to all as “Pat”, met Jesus face to face on Sunday, May 14, 2023.  A loving sister, wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and friend to many, her earthly body finally laid to rest at the age of 78.

She was born on July 31, 1944, in Athens, Georgia to the late Alfred...

May 14, 2023

Curtis “Roger” James of Danielsville, age 77, formerly of Colbert passed away at his home surrounded by family May 14, 2023.

Roger was born December 11, 1945, in Athens, Georgia to Curtis and Lillie Ree Morris James.  A devoted Christian, quietly practicing his faith through service to others, Roger was a life-long member of Colbert First Baptist...

May 12, 2023

Doris Lorraine Walker, 82 years of age and of Commerce Georgia, passed away peacefully in the hands of her children, Debra Burns and David Walker on Friday May 12, 2023 in Gainesville Georgia.

Doris was born on September 16th in East St. Louis IL to the parents of Samuel Jacob and Doris Irma Fulkerson.  Doris graduated High...

May 12, 2023

Richard “Dickie” Harris Riggs passed away on May 12, 2023. Dickie was born on December 21, 1946, to Charles and Lillian Riggs of Savannah, GA.

Dickie graduated from Georgia Southern University and taught school in Brunswick and St. Simons Island, GA, for many years. It was on St. Simons that he met and married his wife of...

May 11, 2023

Faye Ellen Trotter, 82. She was the daughter of the late, Robert L. Cape and Gladys (Archie) Roland. She was preceded in death by daughter and son, Cathy Bowden and Thomas Nathan Trotter; brothers, Franklin Cape, Tommy Roland, and Jimmy Roland; a granddaughter, Michelle Langsford; a grandson, Cainon Trotter. Faye Ellen Trotter of Winterville. Ga went home to be...

May 11, 2023

Erva Freeman Smith, 99, of Athens, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 11, 2023.

Born in North Carolina, she was the daughter of the late Atlas Freeman and Veda Davis Freeman. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur V. Smith.

She is survived by her son, Gary B....

May 10, 2023

Jessica Lane Goss, 31, of Colbert, passed away on Wednesday, May 10, 2023.

Born in Demorest, she was a daughter of Randy Goss and Tabitha L. Barrett.

Survivors in addition to her parents include her children, Nevaeh L. Goss, Lakia O. Knowles, Christopher J. Staley and Serenity J. Little; siblings, Christopher G. Barrett, Sara Angelina...

May 8, 2023

Waunette Missouri Cowart Langford, 85, of Arnoldsville, GA, passed away May 8, 2023, peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born in an old farmhouse on Chandler Bridge Rd, Center, GA November 5, 1937.

Waunette was a Born-Again Christian and lead a life pleasing to her Heavenly Father. She rededicated her life to...

May 7, 2023

Joseph Anthony Krewer, of Watkinsville, Ga died peacefully on May 7, 2023, after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s Disease. Joe was born in Cherry Point, NC on March 31, 1950. He was the son of the late Joseph William Krewer and Mamie Mae Mercer Krewer and is survived by his three siblings: Kay Bailey, Gerard Krewer (Ava), and Ginny...

May 7, 2023

Vondell Ballard Holliday, 76, of Athens, passed away on May 7, 2023. Born on September 9, 1946, she was the daughter of the late James F. Ballard and Lavora Maddox Ballard.

Vonnie attended Berry College in Rome, Georgia where she played on the basketball team and graduated with a Bachelors in education. Her absolute passion, second to...

May 6, 2023

Joseph Thomas Watson, Jr., cherished husband, father, grandfather, son and brother, passed away on Saturday, May 6, 2023 at the age of 52.

Born in Kentucky, he was a son of Joseph Thomas Watson, Sr. and Mary Theresa Newkirk Watson. Joey was an avid outdoorsman with a passion for the lake, boating and fishing. He was preceded...

May 5, 2023

Dwain Chambers, known to many Athenians as “Mr. Mayor,” met Jesus face to face on May 5, 2023. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend to many, his earthly body finally laid to rest at the age of 93.

He was born on December 14, 1929, in Homer, Georgia to the late Tyrus and Ruzelle...

May 4, 2023

Ian James Waters, 19, of Athens, GA passed away on May 4, 2023.

Ian is the only son of Robert Eric Waters and Jennifer Maner Martin. He grew up in Madison and Oglethorpe counties. Ian was preceded in death by his grandparents Billy and Betty Jean Waters.

Ian is survived by his mother and father,...

May 3, 2023

Edward Jenkins Yarbrough passed away May 3, 2023 surrounded by his family.  Ed was born in Clarke County on December 11, 1947 to Eddie Wyatt Yarbrough and Margaret Jenkins Yarbrough.  Growing up in East Point, GA, Ed graduated from College Park High School and attended the University of Georgia, graduating in 1970 with a degree in Business Administration.

May 1, 2023

Mitch Moon, 66, formerly of Danielsville, passed away on May 1, 2023.

He was the son of the late L.M. and Reba Moon. He was a farmer, truck driver and construction/brick mason. He enjoyed golfing, fishing and softball in his younger years.

Survivors include his children, Tasha (Olen) Nicholson and Brad (Sandi) Moon; grandchildren, Brady...

Apr 30, 2023

Cpt. Robert Edward Thornton, 70, completed his tour of duty on Earth on Sunday, April 30, 2023.

Born on August 8, 1952 to the late William C. Thornton, Jr. and Philomene McMahon Thornton, Bob graduated from Clarke Central High School, Class of ‘71 and the University of Georgia with a BBA degree. Robert Edward was Captain in...

Apr 29, 2023

Peacefully and surrounded by his family, Brian Lee Crouch passed away on April 29, 2023 at the age of 58 years after a lengthy battle with pancreatic cancer. Brian will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 24 years, Lisa; son, Cole; sister, Connie (John) Buxton, brother Bruce (Patricia) Crouch, sister Claire (Stephen) Crouch; in-laws Bennie (Helga) Williams; bother...

Apr 29, 2023

Margaret Sanders Bridges, 88 passed away on April 29, 2023.  Born on February 25, 1935 to Edward Lloyd Sanders and Lily Clyde Sorrow Sanders in Stephens, GA.

Margaret was a home maker and work beside her husband Ralph on the farm raising her 6 children. She loved to sew, fish and garden. She was a member of...

Apr 28, 2023

Susan Duncan, 64 years of age, passed away on April 28, 2023 at One Thirty AM in Athens, GA after a hard-fought battle with Cancer. She was born September 30, 1958 in Heidelberg, Germany. She was adopted by John and Joan VanHoy and lived her childhood in Atlanta, GA. A graduate of The University of North Georgia, she earned...

Apr 28, 2023

James Edward Graham, 76, of Crawford, GA, passed away peacefully with his family by his side, April 28, 2023, after a brief battle with cancer.

Born June 23, 1946, he was the son of the late Walter and Edna Graham. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Mildred Graham,...