Mar 2, 2024

Jerry L. Tuttle, 83, son of the late Charles Ernest Tuttle, Sr., and Hettie (Helen) Estelle Chapman Tuttle, died on March 2, 2024 at Piedmont Athens Regional following a sudden illness.

Jerry was born in 1940 in Effingham County, GA, but grew up in Garden City, GA. He graduated with a degree in history from the University...

Mar 1, 2024

An obituary is not available at this time for Carol Sue (Hartman) Hibbs. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Mar 1, 2024

Early Clyde Hardigree, known as "Clyde" to his friends and family, and “Gunk” or “Gramp” to his beloved grandchildren, passed away March 1st, 2024 at the age of 85. Clyde was the son of the late Early Roy Hardigree and the late Emma Eunice Brown of Watkinsville, GA. He is survived by his daughters, Melanie Wood (Johnny) and Scarlett...

Mar 1, 2024

James Baysden of Hull, Georgia (formerly of Kingston, NC), died peacefully in his sleep on March 1, 2024. James was 81 years old. The family is deeply saddened and shocked by his passing. James was born on July 24, 1942. James was a small business owner – He owned and operated The Biscuit Barn in Athens, GA for over...

Feb 29, 2024

Bettie J. Harris Paul, wife of the late Joel Harris Paul, passed away on February 29, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, Hyter H. Harris and Lillian Mays Harris, and her sister, Shirley Harris Williams.

Bettie was born in Raleigh, NC, and spent her formative years in Richmond, VA. When her father transferred to...

Feb 28, 2024

Carlos E. Aguilar, 60, husband of Olga Aguilar, died on February 28, 2024 after a long battle with brain cancer. Born in El Salvador, he was the son of Pablo Carranza and Emma Aguilar. Survivors in addition to his wife include two children: Jasmine Carranza and Bryan Carranza; brother and best friend: Jose Daniel Carranza, three sisters and four...

Feb 27, 2024

An obituary is not available at this time for Florentino Garcia Silva. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Feb 27, 2024

Brandon Jacob Clinton of Bethlehem, GA, stepped into eternity on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at the young age of 24. A young man who was full of life and joy, loved very well and deeply, but left this earth too soon. He will surely be missed. Brandon wasborn on October 27, 1999, in Lawrenceville, GA. He was the second...

Feb 27, 2024

Judson Vann Sikes, former superintendent of Crisp County Schools, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2024 at the age of 79. He was born June 25, 1944 in Moultrie, GA to Ivey Judson “Jake” Sikes and Lois Bateman Sikes. Vann graduated from Doerun High School in 1962 and earned his associate’s degree from Norman Baptist College in 1964. While...

Feb 25, 2024

Ralph Motsinger went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, February 25, 2024. Ralph’s life was a testimony and a witness to his faith in Jesus and love in action.  He was known to all for his generosity and kindness and his love for Jesus. For others, he became the healing presence of a...

Feb 25, 2024

In Loving Memory of a Remarkable Life: Russell H. Lee (1939 - 2024) It is with profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Russell Howard Lee, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and distinguished community leader, on Sunday, February 25, 2024, at Piedmont Hospital in Athens, GA. Born on November 15, 1939, in Oconee County, Georgia, to Russell...

Feb 23, 2024

Evyonne Johns went to Heaven on Feb 23, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents (Marvin and Cora McElwaney), siblings (Doris Peckenpaugh and Jack McElwaney) and loving husband of 60 years, Bill Johns. Survived by her sister Shirley Nichols. Children Will and Beth Johns (wife) and David and Vickie Johns (wife), Grandchildren (Will IV, Mallory, Andrew and...

Feb 21, 2024

Isaiah Valentino Asher Nlandu, infant son of Zola and Philicia Nlandu, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2024.

In addition to his parents, Isaiah is survived by his sister, Soleil Nlandu; paternal grandparents, Nlandu Mamingi and Nsona Levo; maternal grandparents, Phillip and Carla Armbrister; aunts and uncles, Matu Nlandu-Cave, Mundayi Nlandu, Neil Armbrister, Carlissa Armbrister, Phillip Armbrister,...

Feb 21, 2024

Janice Rene Dillard Faulkner passed away peacefully and into the arms of her Heavenly Father on

February 21, 2024. She was 84 years old.

Janice was born in Oconee County, Eastville community, on November 9th, 1939, to the late Weymon and Wilda Dillard. In addition to her parents, Janice was preceded in death by her...

Feb 20, 2024

David Harold Brooks, 74, of Colbert, GA passed away on February 20, 2024, from an extended illness. Born on December 12, 1949, he was the son of the late Pete and Clara Brooks.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Brian Brooks and sister, Carol Fiala.

David loved being...

Feb 20, 2024

Cheryl Healy Ahern, 79, of Athens, passed away on February 20, 2024.

She was born in Manchester, NH and lived in Gwinnett County, GA for 40 years. She was active in youth soccer and worked at the Centers for Disease Control in Atlanta. She is survived by her husband Richard Ahern; sister Tara Healy; son Kenneth; daughters-in-law Victoria and Christine; and...

Feb 19, 2024

Paul “Cliff” Pickett, 71, of Watkinsville, Georgia, passed away on Monday, February 19, 2024 in Athens, Georgia.

Cliff was born on June 19, 1952 in Chattanooga, TN to Paul Vernon Pickett & Nadine Moore. He attended high school in Whitwell, TN, and went on to play football for University of TN Chattanooga and Middle TN State University....

Feb 19, 2024

Audrey Brown Rowden, 87, died on Monday, February 19, 2024.

Born and raised in Oconee County, Audrey was the daughter of the late Luther Fred Brown and Sybil Porter Brown. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers: Orell Brown and Eugene Brown and longtime companion, Randall Scoggins. She attended school in...

Feb 19, 2024

Joseph Jack Thomason, 93, of Ila passed away on February 19, 2024.

He was born July 8, 1930 to the late Joe E. and Laura F. Thomason. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Windfred, Caiphas and Walter; sisters, Laura and Ellen (Candy).

Funeral services will be Wednesday, February 21, 2024 at 1:00...

Feb 18, 2024

Donna Catherine Cofer, 66, of Lexington, Georgia, passed away on February 18, 2024. Born in Athens, Georgia, Donna was the daughter of Bertha Arthur Chirsty and the late, Edgar Don Christy. She was the owner and operator of Lexington Cuts and graduated from Oglethorpe County High School. Survivors in addition to her mother Bertha include one brother: Tim Christy;...