Mary Ann Betts

Mary Ann Betts

May 19, 2021

Mary Ann Betts, 88, of Athens, died on Wednesday, May 19, 2021. A lifelong resident of the Athens area, Mary was the daughter of the late J.W. Simmons and Wilma Simmons. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, John Simmons, and her husband of 52 years, Flay David Betts. Mrs. Betts worked as a...

Johnny Ray Newkirk

Johnny Ray Newkirk

May 19, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for Johnny Ray Newkirk. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Mary Sue Ginn

Mary Sue Ginn

May 18, 2021

Mary Sue Ginn, 92, of Hull, died on Tuesday, May 18, 2021.

A lifelong native of Madison County, Sue was born to John W. Gunnells and Mary Lucille Nash Gunnells on January 18, 1929. She married the love of her life, Edwin Ginn, and together they had one son, Edwin “Kim” Ginn. Sue worked at Eaton and...

Zhenhua Yu

Zhenhua Yu

May 17, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for Zhenhua Yu. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

James "Jim" Franklin Shehane, III

James "Jim" Franklin Shehane, III

May 17, 2021

In keeping with Jim's wishes, there will not be an obituary or memorial service.  In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your preferred charitable organization.  The family requests that instead of condolences, you share a favorite memory of Jim on the Tribute Wall.

Kenneth Dixon Hodges

Kenneth Dixon Hodges

May 17, 2021

HODGES, KENNETH DIXON

1948-2021

On May 17, 2021, Kenneth Dixon Hodges died unexpectedly.  He was 72.

Ken Hodges was born on October 21, 1948, in Athens, Georgia.  He was the second child of five children of Florie Hardeman and Thomas Dixon Hodges.  He graduated from Athens High School in 1966 and entered the...

Angela (Bray)  Bouknecht

Angela (Bray) Bouknecht

May 16, 2021

Angela Bouknecht (Angie), 54, of Watkinsville, Georgia passed away from pancreatic cancer on May 16, 2021.

Angela was born in Athens, Georgia on June 5, 1966 to Patricia (Mount) and Mike Bray. She graduated from Oconee County High School and continued to receive her Bachelor’s degree from The University of Georgia and then her Master’s degree from...

Jerome Francis Mersberger

Jerome Francis Mersberger

May 16, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for Jerome Francis Mersberger. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

George E. Nelson

George E. Nelson

May 16, 2021

George E. Nelson, cherished husband, father, grandfather and brother, passed away on Sunday, May 16, 2021 at the age of 76.

Born in Knoxville, Tennessee, he was a son of the late George Eddy Nelson Sr. and Edna Sheddan Nelson. Mr. Nelson was a Veteran of the United States Army having served from 1966 until 1972. He...

Edward Guido DeAngelis, Jr.

Edward Guido DeAngelis, Jr.

May 15, 2021

Edward Guido DeAngelis Jr., born October 31st, 1928 in Plainfield, New Jersey, and spending the majority of his life as a resident of Athens, Georgia, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, May 15, 2021. Ed was well known in Athens for many years as the owner/operator of the Plantation Buffet, and Rudeen’s Deli before that, but he...

Peggy Walden Ray

Peggy Walden Ray

May 15, 2021

Peggy Walden Ray, 73, of Athens passed away on Saturday, May 15, 2021. Born on March 15, 1948 in Oak Ridge, TN, she was the daughter of the late Fred Walden and Virginia Guess Walden.

Peggy was raised in Childersburg, AL where she met the love of her life, Vernon Ray, at the local Dairy Queen. She...

David Thomas Harvill

David Thomas Harvill

May 15, 2021

David Thomas Harvill, 62, of Statham, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, May 15, 2021. He was born on June 30, 1958, in Athens, Georgia, to Thomas Rowe Harvill, Jr. and Martha Holloway Harvill.

David was a resident of Appalachee Home and attended Bethabara Baptist Church in Statham, Georgia. He was a kind and gentle person who loved...

Jane Whitman Lott

Jane Whitman Lott

May 15, 2021

Jane Whitman Lott, age 80, of Athens, GA passed away on Saturday, May 15, 2021. Funeral services will be held graveside at 11 am on Thursday, May 20th at Oconee Hills. Friends may visit the family on Wednesday evening from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Lord and Stephens - West funeral home in Watkinsville. Jane retired from Emory Eastside...

Mary Louise Moon

Mary Louise Moon

May 14, 2021

Mary Louise Moon, 87, wife of the late Van Bethel Moon, died Friday, May 14, 2021. Born in Banks County, she was the daughter of the late Milledge Nix and Anner Tanner Nix. Mrs. Moon retired from DuPont Manufacturing. Survivors include her daughters: Faye (Greg) Moss and Diane (Tony) Russell; brother: W.C. Nix; grandchildren: Tina (Jeff) Smith, Rhonda (Ronnie)...

Eddie Merrill Hill, Jr.

Eddie Merrill Hill, Jr.

May 13, 2021

Eddie Merrill Hill, Jr. entered the gates of Heaven on Thursday, May 13, 2021. He was born on January 21, 1931, at Eagle Lake, FL.  His parents were the late Eddie M. and Addie C. Kelley Hill, of Holly Hill, FL.  He is survived by his wife, Margaree C. (Hattaway) Hill of 66 years, daughters; Pamela K. (William) Haley,...

Annie Cascio

Annie Cascio

May 13, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for Annie Cascio. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Vernie Belle Miller

Vernie Belle Miller

May 12, 2021

Vernie Legg Miller, age 86, of Athens, GA,  died May 12, 2021 after a brief illness.  She was beloved by her family for her kind heart, thoughtfulness, and strong Christian faith.

She is predeceased by her beloved husband of 62 years, Todd. Her surviving family includes sister-in-law, Janie Miller, Knoxville, TN; sons and daughters in-law Todd (Dianne),...

Carol A. Santosky

Carol A. Santosky

May 10, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for Carol A. Santosky. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Regina Ann Lowe

Regina Ann Lowe

May 10, 2021

Regina Ann Lowe, 61, wife of 42 years to the late Charles Ricky Lowe, died Monday, May 10, 2021. Born in Athens, GA, she was the daughter of the late Jesse Marion Davis and Delores Richardson Davis. Gina had a wonderful childhood growing up with her sister Lynda (Jerry) Hale and the preceding Cindy Davis. She married the love...

Jeanette Paul Berryman

Jeanette Paul Berryman

May 9, 2021

Jeanette Paul Berryman, the best mama ever, passed away on Sunday, May 9th, 2021.

She was born July 28, 1937 to the late Deward A. and Irene D. Paul. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Joe Mack Berryman and two brothers, William L. Paul Sr. and James M. Paul Sr....