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Local Obituaries for Athens, GA, Clarke County, Watkinsville, GA, Oconee County, Danielsville, GA, Madison County & Surrounding Areas
Dr. Stanley H. Kleven
Jan 20, 2026
Dr. Stanley H. Kleven passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
Born in Dawson, Minnesota, Stan Kleven was raised on a farm near Milan, Minnesota. He attended St. Olaf College and the University of Minnesota, receiving his DVM in 1965 and his PhD in 1970. In 1970 he moved to the Poultry Diagnostic and Research Center at the University of Georgia...
Donald Wayne Powell
Jan 19, 2026
Donald Wayne Powell, 85, of Monroe, Georgia, went home to be with the Lord on January 19, 2026, passing peacefully at his home. Born January 6, 1941, in Franklin County, Georgia, Donald lived a life rooted in faith, family, and the simple things that brought him joy.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Benjamin Franklin Powell and Mary Sue...
Linda Sharon Allen
Jan 19, 2026
Linda Sharon Allen, born on March 15, 1944, passed away peacefully in Athens, Georgia on January 19, 2026. The daughter of the late, Bennett & Doris Well. She was a devoted follower of Christ and a dedicated member of Beechaven Baptist Church, where she actively served in the youth department and participated in various mission trips, demonstrating her unwavering commitment...
Cynthia Diane Box
Jan 17, 2026
NOTICE THERE HAS BEEN A CHANGE IN THE DATE FOR THE SERVICE:
Diane Box, 89, born May 2, 1936, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 17, 2026. She was a cherished wife, mother and friend, and her absence will be deeply felt by many. Of this we are certain: she is healed and at peace, uplifted by our prayers, and safe...
Jimmie Lee Cleghorne
Jan 17, 2026
Jimmie Lee Cleghorne left to meet her Lord on January 17, 2026.
Born to Collis Daniel and Henrietta Fields Patterson on February 16, 1940. She had one brother named Elliot Patterson.
She was raised in the Diamond Hill area of Colbert, GA on a farm owned by her grandparents. Shw was saved at the age of 13 at Pleasant Grove Church.
She was...
Jeanette "Jan" B. Kozel
Jan 17, 2026
Jeanette B. “Jan” Kozel, 91 died peacefully at home on January 17, 2026 in Madison, Georgia.
Born July 24th, 1934, in Gary, Indiana, Jan was the second of five daughters born to the late Nicolana and Corrado Bianchini. Jan graduated from Emerson High School in Gary, Indiana and went on to study nursing at St. Mary’s Hospital Gary, graduating with her...
Mitchell William Seabolt
Jan 15, 2026
Mitchell William Seabolt, 52, of Winder passed away on January 15, 2026.
Born on July 31, 1973, he was the son of the late Tempy Howard and Earnest William Seabolt, Jr. Mitchell was from the Hoschton area but lived in Winder where he was a well known general manager at Papa Johns in town for many years.
Mitchell was preceded in death...
Nathan Edward Ray
Jan 14, 2026
Nathan Edward Ray, beloved son of David Eugene Ray and Janis Laraine Ray, passed away unexpectantly of natural causes, and was laid to rest by his family at Athens Memorial Gardens on January 23rd, 2026. Nathan, a resident of Winder, Georgia, was 38 years old and born on September 18th, 1987, in Atlanta, Georgia.
Nathan placed his faith in Jesus Christ...
Frederick Paul Ludwikowski
Jan 14, 2026
In Loving Memory of Frederick “Fred” P. Ludwikowski
April 5, 1951 – January 14, 2026
Frederick “Fred” P. Ludwikowski, born in Scranton, Pennsylvania to Celia Laskiewicz and Bernard Ludwikowski, lived a life defined by resilience, service, and a gentle, giving heart. He passed away on January 14th, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of strength, kindness, and quiet courage that will forever live...
Tina Hardigree
Jan 14, 2026
Tina Hardigree
February 13, 1944 – January 14, 2026
Tina Hardigree, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, went to be with her Lord on January 14, 2026, at the age of 81. Born on February 13, 1944, in Colbert, Georgia, Tina was the daughter of the late J.P. Moon and Gladys McCarty Moon.
Tina met her first love, Kenneth LeClade Fleming, while...
Ida Merle Threlkeld Fields
Jan 14, 2026
Mrs. Ida Merle Threlkeld Fields went home to be with her Lord on January 14, 2026.
She joined her late husband of sixty-four years, Mr. Dallas Norman Fields. Mrs. Fields was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Thomas Threlkeld, her mother and father in law, Mr. and Mrs. Lee Fields, Sr. and her beloved son-in-law, Archie “Shaw”...
Judy Kay Parker
Jan 14, 2026
Judy Kay Parker, born on November 27, 1951, in Athens, GA, passed away on January 14, 2026, in Greenville, NC.She enjoyed a fulfilling career as a Senior Branch Office Administrator at Edward Jones for 15 years. Judy was a proud graduate of Oconee County High School.She is survived by her loving husband David F. Parker and her son, Eric (Angela)...
Jacqueline "Jackie" H. Scarborough
Jan 14, 2026
Jacqueline “Jackie” H. Scarborough, 85, passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2026.
A lifelong resident of the Athens area, she was a daughter of the late Harold E. Hardeman and Bessie Moseman Hardeman. Jackie retired from the Clarke County Board of Education. She was a devoted friend who will be fondly remembered for thoughtfully sending cards to friends and family for...
Carleen Newell Flowers
Jan 14, 2026
Carleen Flowers, age 94 of Albany, died peacefully on January 13, 2026 in Athens, Georgia.
Born December 24, 1931 in Albany, Georgia, Carleen was the beloved only child of Carl Vernon and Jesse Hall Newell. A graduate of Albany High, Carleen attended Georgia State Woman’s College (now Valdosta State), where she joined Chi Omega and the college dance troupe. She completed...
Eleanor Bell Aldridge
Jan 13, 2026
Eleanor Bell Aldridge, born on August 3, 1930, peacefully passed away on January 13, 2026, in Athens, Georgia.
Raising her children and caring for her family were Eleanor’s top priorities. For over 70 years, she was married to her late husband, Jesse R. Aldridge. Their union stood as a testament to strength and unity in marriage, serving as a guiding example...
James Parley Peterson
Jan 13, 2026
James Parley Peterson, 75, of Athens, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 following a long battle with Parkinson's disease.
Born in Bradenton, Florida, he was the son of William Coy Peterson and Ethel Calton Peterson. Mr. Peterson worked with the school system and taught special education for a number of years. He was also a talented musician and minister...
George Larry Ellis
Jan 13, 2026
George Larry Ellis George Larry Ellis, affectionately known as Larry, passed away on January 13, 2026, at the age of 82. He was born on September 13, 1943. Larry devoted more than four decades of his life to the Ford Motor Company, where he worked from 1964 until his retirement in 2006. Known fondly by coworkers as “Bullwinkle,” Larry served...
Sister Maria Susanna
Jan 13, 2026
Sister Maria Susanna (Susan Ann Malloy) 79, passed away peacefully at her hermitage in Athens, Georgia on Tuesday, January 13, 2026.
Born in Windsor Locks, Connecticut, she was a daughter of the late Robert Malloy and Clarissa Williams. Bright and joyful she was known for her radiant smile, infectious laugh and her ability to organize and tackle any project.
In 1955 the...
Rodney Allan Teasley
Jan 9, 2026
Rodney Allan Teasley was born June 25, 1968 in Athens, Georgia and will be laid to rest on January 19, 2026.
The family will receive friends Sunday, January 18, 2026 from 3:00 PM until 5:00 PM at Lord and Stephens Funeral Home, WEST, 1211 Jimmy Daniel Road, Watkinsville, A Graveside Service will be held Monday, January 19, 2026 at 11:00 AM...
Beverly Ann Sexton
Jan 9, 2026
Beverly Ann Sexton, 78, of Athens, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 9, 2026.
Born in Royston, she was a daughter of the late OB Sexton and Mary Louise Scarboro Sexton. Beverly graduated with honors from Madison County High School and then earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Georgia. She retired from the Food Service Department at the University...
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