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David Keith Shields
Jan 7, 2025
David Keith Shields, 60, of Athens, passed away on January 7, 2025. Born on September 23, 1964, he was the son of Gussie Mae Fitzpatrick and the late John William Shields.
David was a kind, caring individual who loved his daughter and family. His loving nature made him a magnet for children. He loved classic cars, fishing, and was a gun...
Randy Gray
Jan 7, 2025
Randy Gray, 67, passed away on January 7, 2025. Born on April 30, 1957, he was the son of the late Elmer Gray and Ruby Barden Gray.
Randy enjoyed spending time with those around him and always had a soft spot for animals. He was an Elvis fan and found joy in cruising around in his pickup truck.
In addition to his...
Richard D. Spurlin
Jan 7, 2025
Richard D. Spurlin, 72, of Danielsville, GA was ushered into Jesus arms in heaven on January 7, 2025, surrounded by his family following a long illness.
He was a son of the late Ernest C. Wood, known as "Pa Squeak" and Ruth Wood, known as "Ma Ruth."
Richard was born and raised in Sparta, North Carolina, where he was a graduate of...
Sandra L. Smith
Jan 7, 2025
Sandra L. Smith, 82, died January 7, 2025.
Born September 26, 1942 in Madison County, Sandra was a daughter of the late M.A. “Pete” Faulkner and Geneva Smith Faulkner Allgood and was also preceded in death by her husband, Nick George and a grandson, Kicz Maxey. She retired from Escoe Industrial Contractors after many years.
Funeral services will be Sunday, January 12,...
Betty Lou Callaway
Jan 7, 2025
Betty Lou Callaway, cherished wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at the age of 91.
Born in Franklin County, she was a daughter of the late Joe Thomas Ginn and Velda Lee Whitsel Ginn. Betty was a devoted Christian and a faithful prayer warrior. She loved gospel music and attending church services both...
Emmett Neal Weatherly
Jan 6, 2025
Emmett Neal Weatherly, Jr., 85, husband of 58 years to Cynthia Plummer Weatherly, died on January 6, 2025. Born in Albany, GA, Neal was the son of the late Emmett Neal Weatherly, Sr. and Beverly Vaughn Weatherly. Neal retired from the University of Georgia as a Professor of Landscape Architecture at the School of Environmental Design. He served for several...
Emory Rudolph "Rudy" Strickland
Jan 5, 2025
Emory Rudolph "Rudy" Strickland, of Hull, passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025. Born on August 5, 1948, he was a son of the late Candler Strickland and Fannie McElreath Strickland Gentry of Comer/Danielsville, Georgia. In addition to his parents, Rudy was preceded in death by his wife of 41 years, Beth Swindel Strickland and his brothers, Richard Strickland and...
Emma Ruth Greene Elrod
Jan 4, 2025
Emma Ruth Greene Elrod, 92, of Hull passed away on January 4, 2026. Born on March 13, 1933, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Irene Minish Greene.
Emma was a member of Hull Baptist Church for 60 years and was very involved with her church community. She retired from AT&T after 20 years of service. In her free...
Ronald C. Smith
Jan 4, 2025
Ronald Coleman Smith, 85, died peacefully at home on January 4, 2025. He was born in Gaffney, SC; moved to Gastonia, NC, as a youngster; and spent most of his adult life in Charlotte, NC. Ron was preceded in death by his parents, Cole and Nelle Motts Smith; two sisters, Marilyn McCurry and Sandra Jackson; and his middle son, Drew...
Odell Tucker Hollis
Jan 2, 2025
Odell Tucker Hollis, 72, beloved husband of 48 years to Annie Hollis, died on January 2, 2025. Born in Athens, GA, he was the son of the late Odell Hollis and Hazel Strickland Hollis. Odell grew up in Athens attending Clarke County Schools, and enlisted in the US Marine Corps, where he proudly served in the Vietnam War. Upon returning...
Roseanne Wilson Delsignore
Jan 2, 2025
Roseanne Wilson Delsignore, 76, of Bishop, passed away on January 2, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Thaddeus and Florine McGuire Ward of Watkinsville.
Roseanne worked in her early years at C&S Bank in Athens and Oconee State Bank in Watkinsville. She eventually served as President of University Employees Federal Credit Union in Athens until her retirement.
In addition to...
Philip Wayne Glenn
Jan 1, 2025
Philip Wayne Glenn resident of Jefferson, Ga. Left his earthly home to be with his Savior on 01/01/2025 at the age of 58. The son of Carolyn O. Davis and the late Billy Joe Glenn. Philip was preceded in death other than father are; Stepfather Bobby l Davis, Grand Parents Rev. James and Margie Olds, Gertrude Chatham, an Aunt Margaret...
Lee Willie Norman
Jan 1, 2025
Lee Willie (Billy) Norman, 90, of Oglethorpe County, passed away on January 1, 2025, in Athens, GA. Born on November 16, 1934, he was the son of the late Willie Ralph Norman and Xaver Dudley Norman. Throughout his life he was dedicated to his family, his country, and his faith. Lee enjoyed laughing, joking, and spending time with the many...
Mary Mann
Jan 1, 2025
Mary Ann Maynard Mann, 94, of Colbert, passed away on January 1, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Robert Lee Maynard and Levada Sikes.
Mary worked for different retail businesses in her early years including Sears but spent most of her working career at General Time/ Westclox. While working there she made lifelong friends she always enjoyed visiting with....
Beverly Ann Webb
Jan 1, 2025
Beverly Ann Tucker Webb, 78, of Winterville, Georgia, passed away and joined her heavenly Father on January 1st, 2025. “Bev”, as she was always known by all, was born January 8th, 1946, and was the daughter of William Grady and Kathleen Black Tucker. Bev was a member of Sonlight Baptist Church where she attended for the vast majority of her...
Vincent Richard Laviano
Jan 1, 2025
Vincent "Vince" Richard Laviano, age 90, of Athens, GA, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Vince was born on May 2, 1934, in Brooklyn, NY to Richard and Mary Laviano. He lived a life dedicated to his faith and family. A graduate of Manhattan College, Vince received his Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering...
Wesley Adam Wright
Dec 31, 2024
Wesley Adam Wright, 52, of Snellville, GA passed away on December 31, 2024. He was the son of Bettie Wright. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his children: Joseph Wright and Sarah Wright; grandchildren: Liam Wright and Lucas Wright; sister: Tammy Reilly; and niece and nephew: Alayna Reilly and Brennan Reilly.
Wesely overcame many struggles he had as...
Martha Ann Dewald
Dec 31, 2024
Martha Ann “Mimi” Hinely Dewald was welcomed by her parents, Lionel and Violet Hinely, in Savannah, GA when she was born on January 26, 1933, and they welcomed her once again when she entered her eternal peace on December 31, 2024. Known for her twinkling blue eyes, broad smile and dimples, and her musical laughter, Martha will be remembered for...
Jackie Elaine Chapman
Dec 31, 2024
NOTICE: Funeral services have been rescheduled to Monday, January 13, 2025 at 11AM at Lord and Stephens, East.
Jackie Elaine Chapman, 68, of Royston, passed away on Tuesday, December 31, 2024.
Born in Athens, she was the daughter of the late Jack Williams and Lorene Shadden Williams. Jackie worked for a number of years at Ingles in Hull. She loved shopping, listening...
DeLois Williams Gainey
Dec 31, 2024
DeLois Williams Gainey, also known as “Mrs. Gainey” to many of her former students, passed away unexpectedly on December 31, 2024. She was born in Doerun, Georgia (Colquitt County) on January 29, 1945 to the late Frank & Lois Bell Williams. She graduated from Gainesville High School (Florida) in 1963. She received her Bachelors of Education from Florida State University...
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