OBITUARIES

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...

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,...

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....

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...

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...

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.

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)...

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....

Jan 20, 2024

An obituary is not available at this time for Marjorie Virginia (Herndon) Talley. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Jan 20, 2024

Vernon G. Meentemeyer, 81 of Athens, died on Saturday, January 20, surrounded by his family. A native of Washington County, Illinois, Vernon was born on November 7, 1942 to the late George Walter and Elsie Garling Meentemeyer. He was a graduate of Southern Illinois University and continued his education and earned a Master of Science and PhD degrees.  He...

Jan 20, 2024

Robert L. Whitehead, 76, of Lexington, passed away on January 20, 2024. Born on July 23, 1947, he was the son of the late Zenas Whitehead and Frances Loyd Whitehead.

Robert loved to go fishing and spent his last working years working alongside friends at Athens Habitat ReStore.

In addition to his parents, he was...

Jan 19, 2024

Raymond Edward Butler, 78, of Comer died on January 19, 2024.  The son of Helen Butler Hendrix and stepson of Henry Hendrix, Raymond was born in Athens and traveled from state to state with his stepfather’s Navy career.  Raymond graduated from Glynn Academy in Brunswick.  He worked for Reliance Electric for forty-two years in the Quality Control Department.  Raymond...

Jan 17, 2024

Melvin John Brinkley, 78, of Watkinsville, passed away on January 17, 2024. Born on May 20, 1945, he was the son of the late Henry Ira Brinkley and Gladys Almyra Stewart Brinkley.

Melvin was a strong-willed individual who enjoyed leading others, helping them grow to their full potential. He proudly served our country for over 21 years...

Jan 17, 2024

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

Jan 17, 2024

Ruth Tucker, 83, wife of Crawford R. Tucker, died on Wednesday, January 17, 2024. Born in Oconee County, SC, she was the daughter of the late Clyde Kind and Virginia Honea King and mother to the late Earl Burdett and sister to the late Bobby King. She was a homemaker and had attended Macedonia Holiness Church. Survivors in addition...

Jan 17, 2024

Mr. Timothy Avery Langley, 59, of McRae GA, passed away on Wednesday, January 17, 2024.

Mr Langley was born in Macon GA on June 5, 1964, the son of the late Herman Langley and the late Barbara Langley. Tim was a man with many talents before brain cancer took away his mobility. He trained to be a...

Jan 17, 2024

Adrian Dallas Simmons, 91, husband of Patricia Nemeth Simmons, died on Wednesday, January 17, 2024. They were married for 66 years. Born in Folkston, GA, he was the son of the late Grover Cleveland Simmons and Martha Pauline Capps Simmons. Dallas proudly served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. When he returned to Folkston, he and Patricia...

Jan 17, 2024

William Charles “Chuck” Steen, 79, passed away Wednesday, January 17, 2024 in his residence with his loving wife, children and family at his side.

Chuck was born in Clarksdale, MS to the late Judson Harlan Steen and Lucille Snow Steen.  He achieved multiple degrees from both Mississippi State University and the University of Kentucky.  He moved to...

Jan 16, 2024

Diane Bena, 72 of Bremen, GA, passed away January 16, 2024. She was the daughter of the late, Edward & Jean Coile; also preceded by her husband, Robert Lee Bena.

Funeral services are Monday, January 29, 2024, 2:00 PM at Lord & Stephens Funeral Home, Danielsville Chapel with Pastor Drew Bailey officiating. The family will visit prior...

Jan 16, 2024

Carbie Diane Epps, wife of the late David Michael Epps, died on January 16, 2024 at her residence. Born in Athens, GA, she was the daughter of the late Franklin Delanor Lord and Doris Mae Hill Lord. Carbie had worked at Bell’s Grocery Store as an assistant manager in the Five Points area and at the Naval Commissary for...