OBITUARIES

Jul 17, 2026

James Harold Moon "Jimmy", 66, of Athens passed away on July 17, 2026. Born on March 18, 1960, he was the son of the late Ruby Nell Fielding, Herbert Hodge Fielding, and Harold Lee Moon.

Jimmy retired from UGA as a supervisor in the grounds department. He was a loyal fan of the Georgia Bulldogs way beyond his time at the...

Jul 17, 2026

Chief Master Sergeant Joseph L. Arnold, U.S. Air Force Retired, age 93, of Athens, died Friday, July 17, 2026, at the Community Hospice House in Vidalia following an extended illness. He joined the Air Force in 1953, after graduating from Greensboro High School, Greensboro, Georgia and honorably served his country for twenty-three years. His career assignments carried him throughout Europe,...

Jul 16, 2026

Lee Happ Thaxton, 86, husband of 63 years to the late Shirley Lowe Thaxton, died on July 16, 2026.

Born in Farmington, GA, he was the son of the late Henry Charles Thaxton and Sallie Hansford Thaxton. Lee retired from Bellsouth and served in the US Army. He enjoyed attending auctions, searching for antiques, golf cart rides, and being on his...

Jul 16, 2026

Zelma Holman Middlebrook, 94, of Danielsville, passed away on July 16, 2026.

Born on March 21, 1932, in Madison County, GA., she was the daughter of the late William Fred and Nomi Maybelle Hooper Holman.

Born and raised in Madison County, Zelma was a faithful member of Moon’s Grove Baptist Church. Zelma could be found working in her yard and flower gardens...

Jul 15, 2026

Polly Ann Doane, 92, born in Washington, D.C., in 1934 to Eva Allen Williams and John Thatcher Williams, went home to be with the Lord on July 15, 2026, passing peacefully in her sleep at her home in Watkinsville, Georgia. Her life was defined by unwavering faith and expressed through her love for family, treasured friendships, and a generous spirit.

Blessed...

Jul 15, 2026

Jul 15, 2026

John H. Lill III, 63 of Monroe, GA and loving husband of 39 years to Lori (Watson) Lill passed away July 15, 2026.

Raised in Bostwick, GA, he was the son of the late Johnny Herschel Lill Jr and Mary Clay Lill. John was a devoted husband, proud father, grandfather, and friend. He loved the Lord and was an active member...

Jul 15, 2026

John Henry Hoyle, 76, of Crawford, passed away on July 15, 2026. Born on June 1, 1950, he was the son of the late Henry Harper Hoyle and Dana Watkins Hoyle.

Johny loved the simple things in life and found joy in camping, going to the lake, fishing and riding his Harley every chance he got.

In addition to his parents, he...

Jul 11, 2026

Karen Jean Estes Menke, 83, passed away in her home in Athens, Georgia, on July 11, 2026, after several years of living life to its fullest while facing cancer with strength and good humor. Karen was a beloved wife, sister, mother, and grandmother, as well as a steadfast advocate for a more progressive and peaceful America.

Karen was born in Pittsburgh,...

Jul 11, 2026

Phillip Digamon

Phillip Digamon, age 98, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2026. He was born on April 11, 1928, in Oroquieta, Philippines, to the late Evaristo Digamon and Crescencia Ozaraga.

Along with his parents, Phillip was preceded in death by his first wife, Anatolia Sy Keh Digamon; and second wife Permelia Bray Digamon. He attended college and, although he did not...

Jul 10, 2026

Edward Walker McDuffie Jr., lovingly known as “Big E,” passed away on July 10, 2026. Born December 19, 1953, in Atlanta, Georgia, he was the son of the late Edward Walker McDuffie Sr. and Vernona Chiles McDuffie. He had been a resident of Oconee County since 1995.

Edward was a devoted father, grandfather, loyal friend, and a man whose greatest joy...

Jul 10, 2026

Dennis Michael Bosquet of Athens, GA, passed away July 10, 2026. He was born in Richmond, VA to the late Arlington Leo and Sally Carter Bosquet.

A graduate of The University of Georgia, he taught high school History, AP History, Economics, and AP Economics at Clarke Central High School in Athens for 30 years. After retiring from Clarke Central, he spent...

Jul 10, 2026

Gerald Franklin Harper, Sr. passed away on July 10, 2026 following a brief illness. Gerald was born in Durham, North Carolina on May 29, 1940. He was the son of Lewis Franklin and Cleta Hawley Harper. The family moved to South Hill, Virginia and lived there for several years before settling in Hull, Georgia. Gerald graduated from Madison County High...

Jul 9, 2026

Patricia “Pat” West Jameson, 77, of Athens, GA, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, July 9, 2026. Pat was born in Daytona Beach, FL, on March 19, 1949, to the late Sam and Sarah West. Being part of a Navy family, they moved to Jacksonville, FL, to be with her grandparents, then to Boston,...

Jul 8, 2026

Virginia Marie Denton Dawson passed away on July 8, 2026, in Athens, Georgia.

Born in Hiawassee, Georgia, Virginia was the daughter of Geneva Snow Garrett and Ray Denton. Throughout her life, she faced many challenges with resilience and determination, always finding a way to keep moving forward.

Virginia was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who cherished her family. She is survived...

Jul 8, 2026

Memorial services for Sara Constance "Connie" Morrison, age 71, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, July 18, 2026, at Chapelwood Methodist Church in Athens, Georgia. Rev. Kathy Lamon will officiate.

Mrs. Morrison was born on February 14, 1955, in Gainesville, Georgia. She was a secretary for American Pest Control. She was a member of Chapelwood Methodist Church and the UGA...

Jul 7, 2026

Lillian “Ginger” Virginia Kraft Schaffer, 86, of Athens, Georgia, passed to her heavenly home Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at Presbyterian Village Senior Living. Ginger was born on August 5, 1939, in Baltimore, Maryland, and was the daughter of the late Earl Buckler Kraft, Sr. and Lillian Graves Brockman Kraft. Ginger was also predeceased by her husband, Robert Earl Schaffer, and...

Jul 7, 2026

Jul 6, 2026

Gladys Dover, 97, of Carlton, passed away on July 6, 2026. Born on June 15, 1929 she was the daughter of the late David Bingham and Rose Lee Bingham.

Those who had the privilege of knowing her will remember her loving nature, her kindness to those around her, and her straightforward manner. All of her grandchildren felt very blessed to have...

Jul 6, 2026

Peggy Joyce Meadow Fendley August 25, 1935 – July 6, 2026

Peggy Joyce Meadow Fendley, 90, of Madison County, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2026.

A lifelong native of Madison County, Joyce was the daughter of the late Charlie and Ardell Meadow. She graduated from Colbert High School with the Class of 1953 and devoted 31 years of service to the...