OBITUARIES

Oct 10, 2025

Robert Jesse Drew, born March 31, 1964, in Augusta, Georgia, passed away on October 10, 2025.

Robert lived a life defined by service, honor, and integrity. He proudly served his country for more than thirty-five years in the United States Army, retiring with the distinguished rank of Sergeant First Class. During his remarkable career — spanning thirty-five years, one month, and...

Oct 9, 2025

Leon Jourolmon of Watkinsville Georgia, passed away on October 9th, 2025 at the age of 85 surrounded by loving family. He is survived by his wife Bonnie of 60 years, 3 children Leon Jourolmon IV (Jeannie) of Elberton, GA, Meredith Soldatovic (Mick) of Melbourne, Australia, and Brooke Berryman (Phil) of Collierville, TN, 9 grandchildren Emma Hart (Cole), Luke Berryman, Joe...

Oct 9, 2025

Henry Grady Ingram, cherished husband, father and grandfather, passed away on Thursday, October 9, 2025 at the age of 69.

Born in Athens, he was the son of the late Robert Ingram and Lizzie Mae Bassett Ingram.

Survivors include his wife, Doris Ann Loggins Ingram; children, Melissa Adams (Eric) and Ralph Coleman (Caitlin) and seven grandchildren.

Memorial services will be announced.

Lord and Stephens,...

Oct 8, 2025

John Richard "Dick" Berryman, age 75, of Rayle, GA, passed away Wednesday October 8, 2025 at his residence.

Dick, was born on December 2, 1949. He passed away on October 8, 2025. Dick was a longtime owner and operator of the Barnett Shoals Chevron gas station and garage. His station was one of the last full-service filling stations, where he proudly...

Oct 8, 2025

Oct 7, 2025

Rebecca Brown Dean, a beloved and dedicated member of her community, departed this life unexpectedly at her home in Athens, GA, on October 7, 2025. Born on November 29, 1976, in Athens, Rebecca's life was a testament to the spirit of compassion, warmth, and resilience. A gifted and devoted registered nurse, Rebecca spent her career serving at St. Mary's Hospital...

Oct 6, 2025

Robert Eugene Smock, currently of Bogart, GA and previously of Hephzibah, GA, died on October 6, 2025 at the age of 88. Robert was the son of Byron L. Smock and Gertrude Thola Smock. Robert was born January 21, 1937 and spent his childhood in Osgood, Indiana. He married Joyce Janet Jenkins, also of Osgood. He is proceeded in death...

Oct 5, 2025

Rocker Theodore Staton III, 81, of Athens GA. died on October 5, 2025. Son of the late Esther and Rocker Theodore Staton Jr. of Atlanta.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Nancy Staton; his sons, Rocker Theodore Staton IV (Alicia) and Judson Staton (Meredith); and grandchildren, Jackson Rocker and Millie Grace.

Memorial Services for the Rev. Dr. Staton will...

Oct 5, 2025

Nancy Lu Prell, age 76, of Watkinsville, Georgia, passed away on October 5, 2025 at Angels Garden Personal Care Home following a courageous battle with Dementia/Alzheimer’s Disease. Nancy was born December 30, 1948, in Madison, Wisconsin, to Donald and Mary Clayton. She graduated from Oregon (WI) High School C/o 1967 and married Dale Prell, the love of her life, in...

Oct 4, 2025

Martha Warren Thomas, age 82, passed away on October 4, 2025, in Athens, Georgia. 

She was born on February 15, 1943, in Richlands, Virginia. Martha had a wonderful career as a self-employed antique arts and crafts era dealer, a ranch manager in Idaho, and a fishing business in Florida. She attended Flint Hill School in Fairfax, VA and studied at Martha...

Oct 4, 2025

Barbara Kitchens Bell, 75, passed away on October 4th,2025.

Born November 24, 1949, in Clarke County, Ga. Barbara was the daughter of the late Carl A. Kitchens and Sarah L. Patton Kitchens. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her second husband, James Neal Bell, her Third husband, James M. Cash, and a daughter, Sarah C. K....

Oct 3, 2025

Mary Alice McFall, a devoted teacher of the Word, loving wife and grandmother, left this world on October 3, 2025, at her home. Born on January 28, 1950, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Mary lived a life that served the Lord. To all who knew her, Mary was a lover of the Word and a mighty prayer warrior. Her dedication to...

Oct 3, 2025

Keith William Riley, 79, of Colbert, GA, passed away on October 3, 2025. Born in Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Dennis and Gertrude Riley. Along with his parents, Keith is preceded in death by his brothers: Jerry, David, Bob, and Ronnie.

Keith retired from the City of Danielsville after 15 plus years of employment. He enjoyed fishing and...

Oct 2, 2025

Oct 2, 2025

Jere Gaines Nunn, 88, died October 2, 2025.

Born January 30, 1937, in Monroe, GA, Jere was a son of the late Elsie Malcom Nunn and Clyde Gaines Nunn. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Claire Allgood Nunn in 1998; son-in-law, Robert Glenn Brannon; brother, Thomas Malcom Nunn. Jere is survived by wife of twenty- five years, Dianne...

Oct 2, 2025

Patricia Beard Hill, cherished wife, mother and grandmother, passed away on Thursday, October 2, 2025 at the age of 82.

Born in Royston, she was a daughter of the late Harold Watson Beard and Sara Francis Edins Beard. Mrs. Hill was a member of Freedom Congregational Holiness Church in Royston. She worked for a number of years at Reliance and then...

Sep 30, 2025

John Walter Smith passed away on September 30, 2025, at the age of 81. John was born in Washington, Georgia to Edward Rudolph Smith and Ethyl Bradley Smith. John was a very unassuming man. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend. As many have said, he was one of the good ones. He will be missed but...

Sep 29, 2025

Colonel (Retired) William Grant Trent

William Grant Trent (Bill) was born in the foothills of the beautiful Smoky Mountains in Sevierville, Tennessee. Dec. 28, 1942, to his parents, Grant and Eileen Trent. In 1944 the family moved to Morristown, Tennessee where Bill spent his childhood and adolescence making mischief, aggravating his sister and spending his days in the beauty of East...

Sep 27, 2025

Pattie McConnell, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away on Saturday, September 27, 2025. 

Born in Thailand, she arrived to the United States on the 4th of July 1970. She and her husband Edward McConnell built their cherished home in Watkinsville, GA. 

Pattie was the business owner of A+ Alterations, which she opened in Athens, GA, where she enjoyed serving UGA students and...

Sep 27, 2025

MSgt. George Michael Brooks, affectionately known as "Mike," passed away on September 27, 2025, at the age of 81. Born on January 24, 1944, in Marietta, Georgia, Mike lived a life dedicated to service, compassion, and duty.

Mike served for 25 years in the United States Air Force as a Mental Health Technician, where he provided invaluable support to countless individuals...