Shirley Mae McCannon King died peacefully on her 85th birthday June 14, 2021, surrounded by her family.
She was born at home in Sandy Cross, GA in 1936 to Sam & Sallie Mae Holliday McCannon.
She is survived by a son, Mike King (Dawn) of North Carolina, two grandchildren, Bethany & Andrew,
Her...
Jeffrey Allen Cowart, SR., husband of the late Hope Cowart, died Sunday, June 16, 2021. Born in Commerce, GA, he was the son of the late Willie Bell Jordan Cowart. Jeffrey had worked as a truckdriver. Survivors include his son Jeffrey Allen Cowart, Jr., sister, Lois Flynn and cousins, Misty Zizzamia, Angel Helmly, Billy Flynn, Bumper Flynn and Gilbert...
RUTH ELAINE HAMMOND SLUDER BERRY
Elaine Berry passed peacefully into heaven on June 12, 2021 at the age of 85. She was born in Hymera, Indiana on October 26, 1935, a daughter of the late Paul and Bonnie Goodman Hammond. She was pre-deceased by her brother Everett Hammond and her husband of 35 years, Hilbert Berry. She...
Jean Clifton Damian died peacefully at home on Saturday, June 12th, surrounded by her family. Born at home on Millhaven Plantation in Screven County, Georgia in 1938 to William Watson and Jennie Mae Clifton, Jean proudly held the title of “youngest child” of nine, even though she was only seven minutes younger than her twin sister, Jane. She loved...
Johnny Seagraves, 74, passed away on June 12, 2021 at home surrounded by his family. Johnny was an affectionate husband, father and grandfather. He was faithful to his church, East Athens Baptist Church and was a lifelong member. He retired from the University of Georgia as an Upholster. Johnny loved football and was a loyal Bulldog fan, never missing...
On June 11, 2021, Loren D. Helwig entered into his eternal home. Loren was born on August 14, 1941, in Englewood, Colorado. He was preceded in death by his parents, Emanuel and Elma Helwig, and his two brothers, Orland and Gary.
The Helwig family later moved to Western Kansas. For the next 17 years Loren lived on...
Michael Joshua Quinn, 79, husband of the late Barbara Lou Quinn, died Thursday, June 10, 2021. Born in Clemmons, NC, he was the son of the late Joshua Quinn and Ella Ray Padgett Quinn and brother to the late John Patrick Quinn and Nancy Quinn (Ben) McCoy. Mr. Quinn retired from the University of Georgia as the Athletics Grounds...
Joseph Bernard Sherwin, 89 years, 364 1/2 days, went suddenly to be with the Lord, June 9,2021. He was born in Rochester NY on June 10, 1931, son of the late Ethan Sherwin and Grace Sherwin Colby. Joe graduated in 1950 from Wyoming Central School. He married “the only girl he’d ever love” a few months later. He and...
David Shane Guest, beloved father, son and brother, passed away on Wednesday, June 9, 2021 at the age of 53.
Born in Killeen, Texas, he was a son of Larry David Guest and the late Sandra Helen Venable. Shane was a Veteran of the United States Army having served in Desert Storm, Kuwait and Iraq. He enjoyed...
Linda Jordan Akins, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt, passed away June 8, 2021 at the age of 80. Born in Athens, she attended Winterville High School, Athens High School, and the University of Georgia. She loved teaching young people, playing the piano for worship, participating in church mission projects, following the Georgia Gym Dogs, and most of all...
Edna Joan Dove Lockman, 84, wife of 62 years to the late Rev. Joseph Buford Lockman moved to her heavenly home to be with her Lord and Savior, on Tuesday, June 8, 2021. Born in Royston, GA, she was the daughter of the late Rev. Hoyt Dove and Edna Ray Dove. Buford and Joan pastored Whitehall Baptist Church in...
Thomas "Tom" Fitzgerald Severson, 49, of Athens passed away on Tuesday, June 8, 2021 at home surrounded by his loving family. Born on May 5, 1972 in Gainesville, FL, he was the son of Kathy Severson Camp (Herbert) and the late Dr. Ray F Severson. Tom was a lifelong resident of Athens and an avid Georgia Bulldog fan. He...
Dr. Gerald Richmond Firth, Professor Emeritus of Educational Leadership at the University of Georgia passed away June 7, 2021 at the age of 90.
He was born on October 6,1930 in Amsterdam, NY to Gerald B. and Marion Richmond Firth. He graduated as valedictorian of his class from LaSalle Institute in Troy, NY. Dr. Firth earned his...
Thomas Paul Deaton, Jr. of Danielsville, GA, died on Monday, June 7, at the age of 74. “Tommy,” as he was known by family and friends, lived a life of service to Christ through his endeavors to help young and old alike see that their lives held immeasurable value because they bore the image of their Creator.
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Thomas M. Rose, 75, of Athens, passed away on Saturday, June 5, 2021.
Born in Durham, North Carolina, he was a son of the late Dr. Jesse Lee Rose and Lou Ethel Abernathy Rose Poore. Tom was a Veteran of the United States Navy and he retired from the University of Georgia. In addition to his parents,...
Roy Edward Giles, 74, of Danielsville, Georgia passed away on June 4th, 2021. Roy was a beloved husband, papa, brother, and uncle. Roy was a spontaneous soul that loved listening to oldie country music, picking his guitar, and lead a successful painting business before retiring. He was the son of the late Dewy and Francis Giles.
Survivors...
Donna W. Jones passed away peacefully on Friday, June 4, 2021, in her home in Watkinsville, GA under the care of her loving husband. She was born on January 11, 1946, in Swansea, SC. The daughter of H.B. Williams, Jr. and Elizabeth “Tib” Williams she was a 1964 graduate of Swansea High School and earned her degree in education...
Carolyn M. Nagle
August 5, 1925- June 2, 2021 (age 95)
Carolyn May Nagle, passed away on June 2, 2021 at the age of 95. Carolyn was born on August 5, 1925 in Jersey City, New Jersey and grew up in Kearny, New Jersey. Carolyn was predeceased by her parents, Ralph and May Beute Culbertson,...
Marty Lane Arthur, 55, of Oconee County, died Wednesday, June 2, 2021. He was the only son of Chester A. and Clyde D. Arthur. Marty was a heavy equipment operator for most of his life. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, but most of all, spending time with his family in the mountains.
Marty is survived by his...