James Edward Weaver, Jr.
Jan 27, 2024
James Edward Weaver, Jr., 66, died January 27, 2024.
A native of Barnesville, GA, he was a son of the late Ida Stephens and James Edward Weaver.
Mr. Weaver retired from Law Enforcement having served the communities of Elbert County and Mt. City. He was an avid outdoorsman and especially enjoyed fishing and hunting in...
Scott Michael McBride
Jan 26, 2024
Scott Michael McBride, 37, of Bishop, died on January 26, 2024.
Born in Athens, GA on September 17, 1986, Scott grew up in Oconee County and attended Oconee County schools. He played numerous sports and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and being outdoors. Scott epitomized “country strong.” He was a down-to-earth, strong, reliable man, the guy that you called...
Weebie Stamps
Jan 26, 2024
Weebie Ann Stamps, 90, of Coatesville, PA, formerly of Rossville, GA, passed away Friday, January 26, 2024.
Mrs. Stamps, a Madison County, GA native, lived with her daughter for the past 2 years in Coatesville, PA. She lived prior to that in Rossville, GA for 16 years. Born July 13, 1933, in Neese, GA, she was the...
Marilyn Jane Shawver
Jan 26, 2024
Marilyn Jane Shawver, 77, of Winterville, Georgia passed away on Friday, January 26, 2024.
Born June 30, 1946 in Monmouth, Illinois, she was the daughter of the late Ben and Jean Shawver.
Marilyn is survived by her children Kimberly McGee Johnston (David), Ryan McGee (Bekah) and by her grandchildren Sarah Johnston, Zach McGee and Anna...
Joy (McElroy) Downs
Jan 26, 2024
Rebecca “Joy” McElroy Downs of Statham, Georgia went to be with Jesus on January 26, 2024. She was born October 22, 1935, in Athens, Georgia, the second of two children of Leon “Burnis” McElroy and Lena Edwards McElroy, and grew up on a farm in Oconee County, Georgia in the Statham/Winder area. She attended small public schools of Oconee...
Carol Jean Johnson
Jan 26, 2024
A full obituary for Mrs. Johnson is forthcoming.
Lord and Stephens Funeral Home, WEST, Watkinsville, GA, is in charge of arrangements. www.lordandstephens.com
Dr. Nelson Anthony Cox, Jr.
Jan 25, 2024
Dr. Nelson Anthony Cox Jr., an award-winning research microbiologist who spent his career helping to protect the safety of the nation’s food supply, died on Thursday, January 25, 2024. He was 81 years old. Dr. Cox spent over 50 years as a research microbiologist working with the USDA-Agricultural Research Service, where he was one of the first young scientists...
Willis Harvel Welborn
Jan 25, 2024
Willis Harvel Welborn, 85, of Comer, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 25, 2024.
Born in Banks County, he was a son of the late Ernest Avery Welborn and Estelle Reid Welborn. Willis graduated from Banks County High School in 1957. Willis was on his school board and was a member of the Jaycees. Following his graduation,...
Erik John Westman
Jan 25, 2024
Erik John Westman, 53, of Bethlehem, died on Thursday, January 25, 2024.
Born in Connecticut, Erik was the son of John and Josephine Westman. He was a dignified man who worked hard to provide for his family. Erik was a loving husband, father, and son who will be deeply missed. He will be remembered for his kindness....
Betty Ann Nera-Carlisle
Jan 24, 2024
Betty Ann Nera-Carlisle, 72, of Watkinsville, GA died on Wednesday, January 24, 2024 after an intense seven week battle with AML- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia. Born in San Pablo, Philippines to the late John Henry Carlisle and Soledad Nera Carlisle and sister to the late Mary Kellen Aldrich. Betty rose to and retired from the position of Material Analyst with...
Mary Ann (Smith) Seagraves
Jan 24, 2024
Mary Ann Seagraves, 104, passed away on January 24, 2024, at Quiet Oaks Health Care in Crawford, Georgia. Mary was born in Oglethorpe, County, on October 10, 1919, to her beloved parents, Meigs and Pearl Burgess Smith. She treasured precious memories of growing up with her three brothers and five sisters on their family farm in Maxeys. In 1938,...
Larry L. Grinstead
Jan 23, 2024
An obituary is not available at this time for Larry L. Grinstead. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Edna M Stewart
Jan 23, 2024
Edna Stewart – July 20, 1935, to January 23, 2024
It is with grace and gratitude that the children of Edna Stewart announce the passing of their mother on January 23, 2024. Edna was born in Oglethorpe County. She was the daughter of the late John Ralph and Katie Mae Carter Stewart.
Ms. Stewart had...
Jasper Earmon Pierce
Jan 23, 2024
Jasper Earmon Pierce, 92, of Comer, passed away on Tuesday, January 23, 2024.
He was a son of the late Leonard James Pierce and Grace Coile Pierce. Mr. Pierce loved his family and was loved by all.
He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Betty Pierce; children, Wendell Pierce and Wanda Hart; grandchildren,...
Hazel Virginia Smith
Jan 23, 2024
Hazel Virginia Smith, 85, of Comer, passed away on Tuesday, January 23, 2024.
Born in Farmington, she was the daughter of the late Frank Miller and Inez Miller. She loved spending time with her family and enjoyed trips to the casino. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Segundino Santa Inglesia....
Stanley Lamar Strickland
Jan 22, 2024
Stanley L. Strickland, 79, husband of Marilyn Toney Strickland, died on January 22, 2024.
Born in Athens, GA, Stanley was the son of the late Leonard Ethan Strickland and Anne Lee Goodrum Strickland and brother to the late Vonnie Callahan, Euree Moon, Charles Strickland, and Heyward Strickland.
Stanley received his master’s in public administration from...
Maudene Chandler McCannon
Jan 22, 2024
Maudene C. McCannon, 91, died January 22, 2024.
A native and lifelong resident of Madison County, she was a daughter of the late Samuel Edd and Jewel Whitworth Chandler. She was also preceded in death by her husband of fifty-six years, Joe McCannon, as well as six siblings, William L. Chandler, Lorene Moseman, Mary Ella Brooks, Jean...
Petra Maria (Metzroth) Johnson
Jan 21, 2024
An obituary is not available at this time for Petra Maria (Metzroth) Johnson. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Ray N. Calloway, Sr.
Jan 21, 2024
Ray Nelson Calloway Sr. passed the morning of January 21, 2024 with his loving children at his side.
Ray was born in Dekalb County, Ga to the late Charlie Relisha Calloway and Nora Lee Calloway on September 17, 1938.
Ray is survived by his wife of 66 years – Betty Calloway, daughter - Leaser (Wayne)...
Dianne O'Kelley
Jan 21, 2024
Dianne O’Kelley, 74, of Colbert, passed away on Sunday, January 21, 2024.
Born in Athens, she was a daughter of the late Hester Coker and Sennie Fleming Coker. Dianne retired from the University of Georgia where she worked as the Senior Secretary. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John W....