2025

Hiram Mack Thurmond was born in Farmington, Georgia in 1947 to the late Alfrus Henry Thurmond and Lois Vickery Thurmond. His mortal life ended on Saturday, October 11, 2025.

Mack grew up in a small town with family, friends, church and a baseball field. The family dairy was just down the road. Farming was hard work and interfered with baseball, so...

Oct 11, 2025

Roger Kenneth Wilson, affectionately known as "Kent," was Born on August 4, 1954 and passed away on October 11, 2025.Kent was a humble man who found joy in the simple things in life. He loved being involved in the lives of his children and grandchildren, considering them among his proudest accomplishments. 

He was a hardworking individual who was proud of his...

Oct 11, 2025

Lena Poss 93, of Winder, GA passed away October 11, 2025. She was the daughter of the late, Charlie and Nellie Gearin; also preceded by her husband, Dan Poss; brothers and sister, John Gearin, Evelyn Messer, and Charles Gearin. She was a member of Oconee Heights Baptist Church.

Graveside services will be Tuesday 2:30pm at Evergreen Memorial Park with Rev. John...

Oct 10, 2025

Jerry Underwood, 81, of Farmington, Ga. passed away on October 10, 2025. Born in Montezuma, Ga., he was the son of the late T.M.(Mack) and Margaret Underwood. He was preceded in death by his parents and son, Scott Underwood.

Jerry was a son, brother, husband, Dad and proud Papa.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Janett Underwood, son Clint...

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...