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Velma Faye Barber
Dec 31, 2025
Velma Faye Barber, 80, wife of the late Marvin Kennon Barber, died on Wednesday, December 31, 2025.
Born in Jackson County, GA, she was the daughter of the late John H. McElreath and Thelma D. Bowman McElreath. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Johnny Meeler and stepdaughter, Rachel Tapley. Velma worked as...
Dennis Lynn Crum
Dec 30, 2025
Dennis Lynn Crum, 78, a longtime resident of Athens, GA, passed away on December 30, 2025.
He was born on June 2, 1947, in Indianapolis, IN. Dennis lived a life marked by dedication, integrity and kindness. He was deeply devoted to his family, friends and was known for his loyalty and gentle spirit. A lifelong follower of Christ, his faith guided...
Debra Seagraves
Dec 30, 2025
Debra Marie Seagraves, 65, of Snellville, passed away on December 30, 2025.Born in Athens, GA, she was the daughter of the late George Dewey Seagraves Jr. and Marie Faulkner Seagraves. Debra was an educator in the Fulton County School System for 32 years. In her free time, she enjoyed reading, watching the Georgia Bulldogs, living life on Lake Norris, spending...
Garnett Harris "Ty" Tyner, III
Dec 29, 2025
Garnett H. (Ty) Tyner, III
Garnett H. Tyner was born in Athens on February 18, 1946 to the late Garnett H. Tyner, Jr. and Hilda Brown Tyner.
He passed away on December 29, 2025. He was also preceded in death by his son, Robert Matthew Tyner, and his brother, David Tyner.
He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Mary Beth Holmes...
Mauline Smith Drew
Dec 28, 2025
Mauline Smith Drew, a beloved lifelong resident of Carlton, Georgia, passed away on December 28, 2025, at the age of 96. Born on April 7, 1929, in Carlton, she dedicated her life to her community and her faith as a lifelong member of Carlton Baptist Church.
Mauline was a cherished daughter of the late Cody K. and Maude Smith, and her...
Louisa Warnell Neal
Dec 27, 2025
December 19, 1937 - December 27, 2025
The family of Louisa Warnell Neal wishes to express their profound gratitude to the staff of Highland Hills Village for their extremely professional and compassionate care for Warnell these past three years. A special note of gratitude is due to Khadiiah, Jennifer, Tarra, and Joyce Ann who spent additional hours day and night with...
Charles Joseph Rudolf
Dec 27, 2025
Charles Joseph Rudolf, 70, passed away on December 27, 2025.
Charles was a devoted, loving, and cherished father and husband, known for his kind nature and the steady way he moved through life. He spoke thoughtfully and showed patience with others. Those who knew him remember him as kindhearted, steady, and dependable.
Born on August 18, 1955, Charles grew up in Quincy,...
Vionette Augusta Ruberte
Dec 27, 2025
Vionette (Vicky) Augusta Ruberte was a wife, mother and grandmother to whom she was affectionately known as Mita. She previously served as a Director of Religious Education for Saint Benedict’s Catholic Church in Duluth and El Centro Catolico in Sandy Springs and teacher for Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Orlando, Fl. She previously served at Saint Vincent de Paul Society...
Elizabeth Maureen Patton
Dec 27, 2025
Elizabeth Maureen Owens Patton, 92, went home to be with her heavenly Father on December 27, 2025. Maureen, as she was known to her family and friends, was born November 20, 1933 in Johnson County, GA, but lived most of her life in the Bogart area of Oconee County where she was a devoted housewife and mother. She was preceded...
Donald "Don" C. Bradberry
Dec 27, 2025
Donald C. "Don" Bradberry, 78, of Hull, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 27, 2025.
Born in Athens, he was a son of the late Robert Donald Bradberry and Grace Betts Bradberry. Don was a Purple Heart Veteran of the United States Army having served in Vietnam. He retired from the Georgia Department of Corrections and from Kendall/Vortex where he worked...
Don L. Allison
Dec 26, 2025
Don L. Allison, passed away peacefully at home on December 26,2025, after a long illness.
Don was born at Emory University Hospital in DeKalb County, Georgia, on October 21, 1951. Growing up in Macon, Georgia, Don attended Alexander IV Elementary and Lanier High School. An alumnus of Brewton Parker and Georgia College, he received advanced degrees from Mercer and Piedmont Universities.
Don...
Stephanie Lynn Wilkes Arwood
Dec 26, 2025
Stephanie Lynn Wilkes Arwood, 57, died on December 26, 2025. Born in Athens, GA, she was the daughter of the late Horace Samuel Wilkes and Helen Thomas Wilkes. She is survived by her sisters: Melanie, Laurie and Jodie. Lord and Stephens Funeral Home, EAST, Athens, GA is in charge of arrangements. www.lordandstephens.com
Thomas Wheless
Dec 26, 2025
Benjamin Thomas Wheless, age 83, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2025.
Thomas, of Sandy Cross, was born on February 6, 1942 to Joseph H. Wheless and Lula Catherine Thomas Wheless. He was raised in Oglethorpe County and developed a strong work ethic which he carried throughout his whole life. Thomas proudly served in the US Army and was stationed in...
Billy O. Hattaway
Dec 24, 2025
Billy O. Hattaway, 80, of Danielsville, passed away on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, at Comer Health and Rehabilitation.
Mr. Hattaway was born in Danielsville, GA on March 19, 1945, son of the late Robert Lee Hattaway Sr. and the late Florida Curtis Hattaway.
Billy was a long time feed mill operator at Pilgrim's Pride prior to his retirement.
In addition to his parents,...
John Henery Smith
Dec 24, 2025
John Henery Smith, a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on December 24, 2025, in his home surrounded by love and warmth. Born on April 26, 1933, in West Jefferson, North Carolina, John lived a life full of adventure, passion, and accomplishment that left an indelible mark on all who knew him.
John's career was marked by his tenure as...
Chris Giddens
Dec 23, 2025
Hewlett Christopher Giddens passed away peacefully on December 23, 2025, and went to be with the Lord and his beloved wife, Roxanne Elaine Giddens.
Chris was born on July 9, 1968, and was raised in Oconee County, Georgia, by his father, Harold Hewlett Giddens, and his mother, Sylvia Ann Ivy. Chris attended Oconee County High School and completed his electrical degree...
Doris W. Tolbert
Dec 23, 2025
Doris W. Tolbert, a beloved mother, sister, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2025, in Athens, Georgia. Born on January 7, 1945, in Grayson, Georgia, Doris brought joy, love, and warmth to everyone who was fortunate enough to know her. Doris retired from the Madison County Senior Center, where she made a lasting impact on the community she...
Dr. William Gary Love
Dec 23, 2025
William Gary (Gary) Love, 84, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2025, in Athens, Georgia, with his devoted wife Janice by his side. Born in Meridian, Mississippi, Gary grew up in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, where his early exposure to the scientific community would shape his life's work.
Gary earned both his bachelor's degree and PhD in Physics from the University of...
Mary Dillard Eidson
Dec 22, 2025
Mary Dillard Eidson, 89, of Winterville, GA passed away on December 22, 2025. An Athens native, Mary was the daughter of the late Louie Macon Eidson. In addition to her father, she is preceded in death by her two brothers, Howard Eidson and J.L. Eidson, and her nephew, Mark Eidson.
Mary was the church secretary for Winterville United Methodist Church for...
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