Mark Henry Delafchell
May 9, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mark Henry Delafchell of Athens, Ga. Mark was born on January 25, 1971 and left us too soon on May 9, 2024.
Mark was the Senior Director of Facilities & Capital Projects at the University of Georgia Athletic department, where he started working in 2003. He graduated from the University...
Jason Kyle Burger
May 9, 2024
Jason Kyle Burger, 51, of Athens, passed away on Thursday, May 9, 2024.
Born and raised in Athens, Jason was the son of Michael Burger and Susan Beckley Burger. He came up through the Athens Little League baseball program and was a member of the YMCA. He graduated from Clarke Central High School and earned a Bachelor’s degree from the University...
Patrick Thomas Beall
May 8, 2024
Patrick Thomas Beall, 77, of Bogart, died on Wednesday, May 8, 2024.Born in Atlanta, GA to John Thomas Beall and Barbara Byrne Beall (later Barbara Byrne Allen), Pat graduated from the University of Georgia with his bachelor’s degree in 1969. While working as a respiratory technician at New York University hospital, he met an intensive care nurse, Frances Eicher, who...
Ted C. Wilkes
May 8, 2024
Ted Carroll Wilkes, 77, husband of 57 years to Marilyn Sosebee Wilkes, died Wednesday, May 8, 2024. Born in Gainesville, GA, Ted was the son of the late Andrew Jackson Wilkes and Ethel Annie Wilkes, father to the late Amy Leigh Nation and Matthew Taylor Wilkes and brother to the late Michael M. Wilkes and Harold E. Wilkes. Following graduation...
Lanier "Rabbit" Whitehead
May 7, 2024
James Lanier “Rabbit” Whitehead, 78, of Bogart, Georgia, died on Tuesday, May 7, 2024.
Rabbit was born on October 17, 1945 and was a lifelong resident of Madison County. He grew up in Comer, GA and graduated from Madison County High School in Danielsville, GA in 1963. He served in the U.S. Army Reserves for six years. He worked for Bulldog...
Gregory Howard Butler
May 6, 2024
Gregory Howard Butler, 57, died on May 6, 2024. Born in Decatur, GA, he was the son of Pansy Batchelor Butler and the late Thurman Butler and brother to the late Jeff Butler. Greg worked as a truck driver for Great Plaines Trucking and had worked in Law Enforcement and as an EMT. In addition to his mother, Pansy, survivors...
Cynthia P Evans
May 6, 2024
Cynthia P. Evans 73 of Athens, passed away May 6, 2024. She was the daughter of the late, James & Margarite Pearson; she was also preceded in death by her husband, Rick Cannon; and also a grandson, Colton Phillips. Cynthia was a member of Colbert Baptist Church.
Funeral service is Tuesday, May 14, 2024 1:00 pm at Colbert Baptist Church with...
Brooke Thomas
May 6, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Brooke Thomas of Watkinsville, GA, a remarkable woman who inspired all who knew her. Brooke was born on December 13th, 1978 and left us too soon on May 6th, 2024.Brooke was a beacon of light who radiated genuine warmth, friendliness, and love to everyone around her. Her selfless spirit,...
John William Albright
May 6, 2024
John William Albright, 75, of Athens died March 6, 2024, surrounded by his family. Born in Rockford, IL, to John Robert and Anita Hennig Albright, they moved to Athens in 1959. An honor graduate of Athens High School he was active in many areas serving as senior class vice-president and yearbook business manager. At the University of Georgia John graduated...
Kelley Michelle Inglett
May 6, 2024
It is with heavy hearts and deep sadness the family announces Kelley Michelle Inglett lost her battle with cancer on May 6, 2024. She passed away at her home in Athens, GA with her loving husband of 37 years by her side. Kelley was born on February 7, 1971 and later moved to the Lexington/ Athens area where she worked...
Donald Edward Cowan
May 6, 2024
Donald E.Cowan, 82, of Eatonton, GA, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family in the early morning of May 6, 2024. He was born April 6, 1942 in Wadley, GA to Robert and Mollie Cowan.
After graduating from the University of Georgia, he went to work for the UGA Ag Extension Service, where he completed his career as State 4-H Leader...
Earl Dunbar Harrison, Jr.
May 5, 2024
Earl Dunbar Harrison, Jr. was welcomed into the arms of his Savior on May 5, 2024.
He was the son of the late Judge Dunbar and Mary Bell Harrison of Savannah. Born in Savannah on September 10, 1933, he attended Savannah Public Schools and graduated from Savannah High School. After high school he earned a Business Administration and Finance degree...
Gregory N. Fleeman
May 5, 2024
Gregory Neal Fleeman, 62, died on Sunday, May 5, 2024. Born in Athens, GA, he was the son of the late JW Fleeman and Frances Smith Fleeman. Greg was self employed and enjoyed working in his garden, camping, fixing things and his dogs. Survivors include his siblings: Peggy (Johnny) Hoyle, Patricia Bates, Brenda Crumley, Jean (Guy) Power and Keith Fleeman;...
Jacqueline Dickens Thomason
May 4, 2024
Jacqueline "Jacky" Dickens ThomasonAugust 19, 1936 - May 4, 2024A native of Oconee County, Jacqueline was the daughter of the late Ralph and Angie Belle Dickens. She was preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Caiphas Thomason; son-in-law, Johnny Dillard and sister, Louise Beal.Jacky retired as a Cashier from American General Insurance Company. She was an excellent cook...
Betty Joyce Brooks
May 4, 2024
Betty Joyce Thurmond Brooks, 92, of Athens, passed away on May 4, 2024.
Born in Bostwick, GA on August 22, 1931 to the late Harry Claude Thurmond and Lithonia Mobley Thurmond, Betty was a lifelong resident of the Athens area. On April 16, 1949, she married Walter Lee Brooks, Sr., and this year they celebrated 75 years of marriage. Betty and...
William D. Paul, Jr.
May 3, 2024
William Dewitt "Bill" Paul, Jr., 89, of Athens, GA, passed away on Friday, May 3, 2024, following multiple extended illnesses. Born at home in the rural town of Wadley, GA, Bill spent his formative years amidst the charm of his family's general store and family farm, playing with and caring for farm animals and getting into trouble in elementary school...
Thomas W. Payne
May 1, 2024
With a heavy heart, I write to let those of you who are unaware know that Tom passed away this past Wednesday. He had been hospitalized 5 days prior. His nurse was with him at the time of his death late that evening and said he was peaceful. His wit, intellect and especially his culinary gifts will be missed by...
Roy Lee Sosbee
May 1, 2024
Roy Lee Sosbee, 92, died May 1, 2024.
A native of Jackson County, Mr. Sosbee lived most of his life in Oconee County. He was a son of the late Roy C. and Josie Davis Sosbee.
Mr. Sosbee was an active member, former deacon and choir member at Mars Hill Baptist Church. He was an electrician and homebuilder for over forty years...