Eloise Combs Cartee Judd
Jan 12, 2017
Eloise Combs Cartee Judd, 82, of Maxeys, passed away Thursday, January 12, 2017. Born in Miami, she was the daughter of the late Walter H. Combs, Jr. and Alma Sculthorpe Combs. Mrs. Judd was a 50 year member of the Order of the Eastern Star. She enjoyed flowers, gardening and studying her Bible. In addition to her parents, she was...
Alice Smith
Jan 11, 2017
Alice M. Smith, 95 of Comer, passed away January 11, 2017. She was the daughter of the late, Dewey & Mamie Tolbert; she was also preceded in death by her husband, Bud Smith; sisters, Mildred Tolbert Christian and Leonia Anthony; also preceded by brothers, Carl Jackson Tolbert and Eugene Bryant Tolbert. Memorial Services are Friday 2:00pm January 13, 2017 at...
Helen Edwards
Jan 11, 2017
Mrs. Helen Edwards, 69, died January 11, 2017. The family will receive friends Sunday from 2:00 - 4:00 pm at the funeral home. Lord and Stephens, WEST, is in charge of arrangements.
Visitation Details
Sunday, January 15th, 2017 2:00pm - 4:00am, Lord and Stephens, WEST
Jewell Virginia Church
Jan 11, 2017
Jewell Virginia Church, 79 lovingly known as "GJ" to her Grandchildren and family, as well as "Miss Jewell" to her many loyal customers and deli family at Hull, Ingles, ended her life here peacefully with her prayers answered, surrounded by family and closest friends. Born June 19, 1937 in Idabel Ok. and spent many years in Dallas Tx. Jewell moved...
June Kiser
Jan 11, 2017
Visitation Details
Friday, January 13th, 2017 6:00pm - 8:00pm, Lord and Stephens, WEST
Service Details
Saturday, January 14th, 2017 2:00pm, Lord and Stephens, WEST
Interment Details
Oconee Hill Cemetery
Helen (Hendrix) Hale
Jan 9, 2017
Helen Hendrix Hale, of Athens, GA died in her home, surrounded by her family on January 8, 2017. Helen was 89 years old. Helen was predeceased by her husband of 70 years, William Harvey Hale, Jr. She is survived by her three children, Karen H Hankins, William H Hale III, and Kathleen Hale, all of Athens. She is also survived...
Jean Melnora (Bergerson) Pettigrew
Jan 8, 2017
Jean M. Pettigrew, 20 year resident of Oconee County, peacefully passed away on Sunday morning with her loving husband of 73 years by her side. She had suffered a 13 year long battle with Alzheimer's disease. Jean was born in Pueblo, Colorado and graduated high school in Colorado Springs in 1943. That same fall she married Claude O. Pettigrew, of...
Robert "Bob" Strickland
Jan 7, 2017
Robert "Bob" W. Strickland Watkinsville, GA Robert William Strickland was welcomed into the arms of Jesus early Sunday morning, January 8th, 2017. He was met there by his beloved wife, Rebecca Christopher Strickland, his parents Thurmond J. and Thelma Moseman Strickland and two sisters. Mr. Strickland retired in 1970 as Master Sergeant from the United States Air Force. In 1996,...
Anita Louise "Nita" (Smith) Harris
Jan 6, 2017
Anita Smith Harris, born April 16, 1936, to George William and Beulah McClain Smith, passed away on Friday, January 6, 2017 following a brief period of declining health. Nita was a lifelong homemaker and partner, loving and nurturing to her family and friends. She was one of those very special people whose love and compassion was felt by everyone who...
James Shivar
Jan 6, 2017
James H. "Jimmy" Shivar, 89, passed away January 6, 2017. Jimmy was a son of the late James H., Sr. and Beulah Henson and was also preceded in death by one son, James "Jamie" H. Shivar, III; one brother and three sisters. Survivors include his wife of sixty-four years, Dot Shivar; son, David C (Beverly) Shivar; four grandchildren, Nathan (Shannon)...
Charles Wendell Jay
Jan 6, 2017
Charles Wendell Jay Sr., 90, peacefully passed away at home on January 5, 2017. Charles was born on August 23, 1926 in Tunnel Hill to Charlie and Lena Jay. He was predeceased by his only child, Charles Jay and his daughter-in-law Diane Jay, and is survived by his wife Ola Faye Jay, grandson and granddaughter-in-law Michael and Erin Jay, and...
John Wayne Wilson
Jan 5, 2017
Visitation Details
Sunday, January 8th, 2017 12:00pm - 2:00pm, Lord and Stephens, EAST
Service Details
Sunday, January 8th, 2017 3:00pm, Temple United Methodist Church Cemetery
Interment Details
Temple United Methodist Church Cemetery
Claude Dean "BIll" Buice
Jan 4, 2017
Claude Dean "Bill" Buice , 86, died January 4, 2017. Mr. Buice retired from General Motors after thirty years and worked for Athens Stonecasting for over sixteen years. He was a member of Lighthouse Church of God and was preceded in death by his first wife, Sara Still Buice and a son, Kenny Buice of Auburn. He was one of...
Michael ""Big Dawg"" Woods
Jan 4, 2017
BullDawg Nation's bark just got a little more heavenly. Michael Woods, one of Athens' native sons, and arguably the greatest fan of all things UGA sports, was a larger-than-life presence known to all simply as "Big Dawg." Mr. Woods passed away Wednesday, January 4 at the age of 65. After serving his country in the Army, Mike went on to...
Arlen Maurice Johnson Sr
Jan 3, 2017
Arlen Maurice Johnson, Sr., 80, husband of Libby Fouche Johnson, died Monday, January 2, 2017. Born in Porterdale, GA, he was the son of the late Willie James Johnson and Rosie Nell Townsend Johnson. Arlen was also preceded in death by his first wife, Hazel Johnson and infant son, William Johnson. . He was the owner of Johnson Electric Supply...
James Stanley Archer
Jan 2, 2017
James Stanley Archer, 64, of Athens, passed away Monday, January 1, 2017. Born in Athens, he was the son of the late George Archer and Florence Strickland Williams. Mr. Archer was an entrepreneur. He enjoyed Georgia football, and most importantly, spending time with his grandchildren. Survivors include his children, Yvette Snow, Alana Wingo, Aleisha Forer, Berkeley Tuck and Zachry Archer;...
Alice Pelfrey
Jan 2, 2017
Alice May Fair Pelfrey, 74, wife of William Perry "Pete" Pelfrey of Lexington, GA, joined her Lord on January 2, 2017. Born June 12, 1942 in Cleveland, OH, Alice was the daughter of Fred and Mildred Fair. In addition to her husband, Alice is survived by daughter, Debbie (James) Arnold of Rayle, GA; sons, Marty (Joy) Pelfrey of Winder, GA,...
Jeffrey Andrew "Jeff" Harness
Jan 2, 2017
Jeffrey Andrew Harness, 44, of Watkinsville, passed away January 2, 2017 at Emory University Hospital in Atlanta. Jeff was born April 6, 1972, at Fort Gordon, Georgia, son of George Walker Harness and Mary Elizabeth Elder Harness. He was a member of the Ashford Memorial Methodist Church, Watkinsville. In addition to his parents, Jeff is survived by his wife, Joyce...
Christopher Whynn Austin
Jan 2, 2017
Christopher Whynn Austin, 43, of Hull, passed away Sunday, January 1, 2017. Born in Springville, NY, he was the son of Kathryn Wilson Austin and the late Dale Leroy Austin. Mr. Austin was an avid Star Wars fan and he loved a home cooked meal with sweet tea. He was a hard worker, and most importantly, he loved his family....
Jerolyn Johnson
Jan 2, 2017
Jeri Johnson, age 77, of Bishop, Georgia passed away on January 2nd. Survivors include her husband, Gordon Johnson; daughter Janice Johnson Madden; Sons Christopher Johnson and Ian Johnson; her brother Lawrence VanderMoere, nine grandchildren, other relatives and friends. A celebration of her life will occur in Salisbury, Connecticut in the Spring of 2017. Contributions may be made in her memory...