John Benson Howard
Jan 15, 2025
John Benson Howard, 59, of Comer, passed away on Wednesday, January 15, 2025.
Born in Athens, he was a son of the late Earl Howard and Frances Freeman Howard. Mr. Howard worked for Armstrong and Dobbs for 15 years and then for the City of Comer for 22 years. He was a Volunteer Firefighter with Collins Volunteer Fire Department for more...
Charles E Goss
Jan 14, 2025
A longtime resident of Oglethorpe County, Charles E. Goss, 83 - beloved Dad (step-dad), Papa Charles to all his grandchildren and friend to many, passed away on January 14, 2025.
Charles was born and raised in Marietta, GA as the son of the late Willie Mae Croft and Andrew Goss. He was the widower of the late Barbara Cooper Goss.
Charles was...
Deborah Diane House
Jan 14, 2025
Deborah (Debbie) Greene House, 66, of Athens, Georgia, passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2025.
Debbie was the wife of the late Kevin Clyde House. She is the daughter of the late Betty Jean Wilbanks Pitts, her step-father the late Melvin Carey Pitts and her father the late William Felix Greene. She is survived by her sister, Connie Greene Rushing (Geoff); along...
Phyllis Virginia Martin Butler
Jan 14, 2025
Phyllis Virginia Martin Butler, 85, of Athens, passed away on January 14, 2025.
Born on September 9, 1939, she was the daughter of the late Lonie Martin and Golden Scarbrough Martin. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Jack Butler; brother, Randall Martin; sisters, Marie Lesley and Hazel Oldham.
Survivors include her daughters, Melissa Nixon...
Hazel S. Sniff
Jan 14, 2025
Hazel Romaine Spangler Sniff
January 4, 1933 – January 14, 2025
We will celebrate the life of our colorful and vibrant mother at 11 am, February 1, 2025, at Tuckston United Methodist Church, 4175 Lexington Rd, Athens, GA 30605 with a service in the sanctuary, followed by a reception in the fellowship hall. To honor her love for New Orleans, please wear...
Emmett Ray Langley
Jan 12, 2025
Emmett Ray Langley, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 12, 2025, at the age of 83 after a courageous battle with Parkinson's disease. Born on June 22, 1941, in Athens, Georgia at the old St. Mary's Hospital to the late Archie and Mary Burch Langley.
During his time at the University of Georgia, he met...
Karen Melinda Hammond
Jan 12, 2025
Karen Melinda Hammond, 62, of Athens, GA, died on January 12, 2025.
Born in Athens, GA, she was the daughter of the late William Clifford Hammond and Betty Irene Hardigree Hammond. Karen had worked at Bells Grocery.
Survivors include her two children: Amanda (Josh) Usry Hembree and Johnathan Usry; siblings: Clifford Hammond, Glenn Hammond, Shelby Brehm and Bryan Hammond and four grandchildren:...
Joel Steven Salinsky
Jan 10, 2025
Joel Steven Salinsky, 83, of Watkinsville, GA, died January 10, 2025.
A native of Brooklyn, NY, Joel lived in the Athens area since 1974. He was a son of the late Robert and Betty Raskin Salinsky and proudly served in the United States Army. Joel received his bachelor’s degree from Brooklyn College and retired from the USDA after forty-one years of...
Major Eugene F. Baldwin
Jan 10, 2025
Obituary Major Eugene F. Baldwin, United States Air Force (Retired) died January 10, 2025.
A native of Montevallo, Alabama, Gene Baldwin graduated from Mississippi State University, Cum Laude, where he was a member of Beta Gamma Sigma honorary fraternity, received an MBA degree from the University of Alabama, and completed further graduate work at the University of Georgia. He retired from...
Kevin Dewayne Flynn
Jan 9, 2025
Kevin, “Bumper” Flynn passed away at the age of 49, on January 9th 2025 after a brief illness.
He is preceded in death by his Father Smokey Flynn, Sister Kristie Flynn, Brothers Teddy Jay Flynn, Keith Flynn, Ronald Flynn Jr.
He is survived by His Daughters Kimberly Flynn and Kaitlyn Flynn(Dylan Brown). His Ex wife Melissa Flynn, His Mama Wilma Flynn and...
Mary Kate Nix Vogen
Jan 9, 2025
January 19, 1933 – January 9, 2025
Mary Kate Nix Vogen, lovingly called “Sissy” by her family, was a graceful Southern lady known for her kind spirit, quick wit, ready smile, and devotion to family.
Born in Waycross, Georgia, to Sarah Colcord Wadley and William Moore Sweat, Mary Kate was deeply rooted in Georgia history. She was the great-great-granddaughter of Georgia railroad...
Kathy Ann McMahan
Jan 8, 2025
Kathy Ann Epps McMahan, 50, wife of the late Scott Eugene McMahan died on January 8, 2025.
A native of Athens, GA, she was the daughter of Curtis O’Neal Epps and Reba Lee Epps. She worked for the Clarke County School District as a Food Nutritionist for over 20 years.
Survivors include her daughters: Kimberly McMahan and Haley McMahan (Doug Hood) ;...
Bryanna Jaqueline Turpin
Jan 8, 2025
Bryanna Jaqueline Turpin 25 of Danielsville, GA, passed away January 8, 2025. She is preceded in death by her, grandmother, Norma Knight; grandfather, Paul Pulliam; great-grandmother, Helen Horne, and great-grandmother, Lou Saxton.
Funeral services are Saturday, January 18, 2025, at 11:00 AM at the chapel of Lord and Stephens Funeral Home. The family will visit at the funeral home on Friday,...
Wesley Truitt Clonts
Jan 8, 2025
Wesley Truitt Clonts of Watkinsville, GA died on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. The son of the late C. Wilson Clonts and Netelle Carley Clonts. Wesley grew up in Atlanta and attended school in Dekalb County. He then graduated from Georgia State University with a BBA and also earned his MBA at GSU.
He served in the United States Army. He enjoyed...
Doris G. Winn
Jan 8, 2025
Doris G. Winn, 90, died January 8, 2025.
Born in Oglethorpe County, Doris was a daughter of the late Mary Jane Smith and W. S. Gunter and was preceded in death by her husband of fifty-one years, Emmett R. Winn. She was also preceded in death by a son, Greg Winn. Doris lived in the Athens area most of her life....
James Brian Smith
Jan 7, 2025
James Brian Smith, lovingly known as Brian, 54, of Dacula, GA, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2025. Brian’s greatest joy was his family. He was a devoted father to his two children, Aleah Smith (23) and Brady Smith (19), of Dacula, GA, who were the light of his life. His love for them was unwavering, and he cherished every...
David Keith Shields
Jan 7, 2025
David Keith Shields, 60, of Athens, passed away on January 7, 2025. Born on September 23, 1964, he was the son of Gussie Mae Fitzpatrick and the late John William Shields.
David was a kind, caring individual who loved his daughter and family. His loving nature made him a magnet for children. He loved classic cars, fishing, and was a gun...
Randy Gray
Jan 7, 2025
Randy Gray, 67, passed away on January 7, 2025. Born on April 30, 1957, he was the son of the late Elmer Gray and Ruby Barden Gray.
Randy enjoyed spending time with those around him and always had a soft spot for animals. He was an Elvis fan and found joy in cruising around in his pickup truck.
In addition to his...
Richard D. Spurlin
Jan 7, 2025
Richard D. Spurlin, 72, of Danielsville, GA was ushered into Jesus arms in heaven on January 7, 2025, surrounded by his family following a long illness.
He was a son of the late Ernest C. Wood, known as "Pa Squeak" and Ruth Wood, known as "Ma Ruth."
Richard was born and raised in Sparta, North Carolina, where he was a graduate of...
Sandra L. Smith
Jan 7, 2025
Sandra L. Smith, 82, died January 7, 2025.
Born September 26, 1942 in Madison County, Sandra was a daughter of the late M.A. “Pete” Faulkner and Geneva Smith Faulkner Allgood and was also preceded in death by her husband, Nick George and a grandson, Kicz Maxey. She retired from Escoe Industrial Contractors after many years.
Funeral services will be Sunday, January 12,...