OBITUARIES

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,...

Mar 11, 2023

Margaret Ellen Sarosdy Sullivan, “Maggie”, age 64, passed away on March 11, 2023 at home in Oglethorpe County, Georgia.

She was the wife of Albert C. Sullivan, Jr. They shared 28 years together. Born March 8, 1959, in Carmel, California, she was the daughter of Rear Admiral Louis Robert Sarosdy and Mary Francis Pryor Sarosdy. She graduated...

Mar 11, 2023

Douglas (‘Doug’) Ray Tatum, 79, of Athens, passed away on Saturday, March 11, 2023.

Doug was a dedicated husband, father, son, and grandfather. He was a Navy veteran, having served abroad in South America, Europe, and at Sea. After serving in the Navy, Doug worked in the insurance business for over 50 years, primarily with AIG, American...

Mar 11, 2023

Faye Beck Fleming, 58, of Athens, GA died on March 11, 2023 after a long illness.

Faye was born in Decatur, GA on May 3, 1964. She lived most of her life in GA. Faye went back to school in her late 40's and graduated summa cum laude with a double major in psychology and mental health...

Mar 10, 2023

Troy Dennis Chandler of Danielsville entered into his heavenly home on Friday, March 10, 2023. He was surrounded by loved ones at his passing. He was 84 years old.

Troy was born September 9, 1938 to George Raymond Chandler and Mary Jeannette Adams Chandler. He was a graduate of Madison County High School. Upon high school graduation,...

Mar 10, 2023

Ronald Andre Swann, 70, of Watkinsville, died on March 10, 2023.

Born in Cartersville, GA to the late Robert Kenzel Swann and Johnette Gunnells Swann, Ronald had lived in Oconee County since 2018. He was an active member of Prince Avenue Baptist Church. Ronald enjoyed sports, especially baseball and hunting, which brought him together with his number...

Mar 9, 2023

On Thursday, March 9th Charles “Charlie” Raymond Bass (83), a good and faithful servant, went home to be with the King.

A proud US Army veteran, and husband of 61 years to Bettie Marie Bass (Greer), Charlie was a lover of many things in his life. He loved his children and grandchildren: Donita McCormick (Summer and Alex),...