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Mitchell William Seabolt
Jan 15, 2026
Mitchell William Seabolt, 52, of Winder passed away on January 15, 2026.
Born on July 31, 1973, he was the son of the late Tempy Howard and Earnest William Seabolt, Jr. Mitchell was from the Hoschton area but lived in Winder where he was a well known general manager at Papa Johns in town for many years.
Mitchell was preceded in death...
Nathan Edward Ray
Jan 14, 2026
Nathan Edward Ray, beloved son of David Eugene Ray and Janis Laraine Ray, passed away unexpectantly of natural causes, and was laid to rest by his family at Athens Memorial Gardens on January 23rd, 2026. Nathan, a resident of Winder, Georgia, was 38 years old and born on September 18th, 1987, in Atlanta, Georgia.
Nathan placed his faith in Jesus Christ...
Frederick Paul Ludwikowski
Jan 14, 2026
In Loving Memory of Frederick “Fred” P. Ludwikowski
April 5, 1951 – January 14, 2026
Frederick “Fred” P. Ludwikowski, born in Scranton, Pennsylvania to Celia Laskiewicz and Bernard Ludwikowski, lived a life defined by resilience, service, and a gentle, giving heart. He passed away on January 14th, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of strength, kindness, and quiet courage that will forever live...
Tina Hardigree
Jan 14, 2026
Tina Hardigree
February 13, 1944 – January 14, 2026
Tina Hardigree, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, went to be with her Lord on January 14, 2026, at the age of 81. Born on February 13, 1944, in Colbert, Georgia, Tina was the daughter of the late J.P. Moon and Gladys McCarty Moon.
Tina met her first love, Kenneth LeClade Fleming, while...
Ida Merle Threlkeld Fields
Jan 14, 2026
Mrs. Ida Merle Threlkeld Fields went home to be with her Lord on January 14, 2026.
She joined her late husband of sixty-four years, Mr. Dallas Norman Fields. Mrs. Fields was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Thomas Threlkeld, her mother and father in law, Mr. and Mrs. Lee Fields, Sr. and her beloved son-in-law, Archie “Shaw”...
Judy Kay Parker
Jan 14, 2026
Judy Kay Parker, born on November 27, 1951, in Athens, GA, passed away on January 14, 2026, in Greenville, NC.She enjoyed a fulfilling career as a Senior Branch Office Administrator at Edward Jones for 15 years. Judy was a proud graduate of Oconee County High School.She is survived by her loving husband David F. Parker and her son, Eric (Angela)...
Jacqueline "Jackie" H. Scarborough
Jan 14, 2026
Jacqueline “Jackie” H. Scarborough, 85, passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2026.
A lifelong resident of the Athens area, she was a daughter of the late Harold E. Hardeman and Bessie Moseman Hardeman. Jackie retired from the Clarke County Board of Education. She was a devoted friend who will be fondly remembered for thoughtfully sending cards to friends and family for...
Carleen Newell Flowers
Jan 14, 2026
Carleen Flowers, age 94 of Albany, died peacefully on January 13, 2026 in Athens, Georgia.
Born December 24, 1931 in Albany, Georgia, Carleen was the beloved only child of Carl Vernon and Jesse Hall Newell. A graduate of Albany High, Carleen attended Georgia State Woman’s College (now Valdosta State), where she joined Chi Omega and the college dance troupe. She completed...
Eleanor Bell Aldridge
Jan 13, 2026
Eleanor Bell Aldridge, born on August 3, 1930, peacefully passed away on January 13, 2026, in Athens, Georgia.
Raising her children and caring for her family were Eleanor’s top priorities. For over 70 years, she was married to her late husband, Jesse R. Aldridge. Their union stood as a testament to strength and unity in marriage, serving as a guiding example...
James Parley Peterson
Jan 13, 2026
James Parley Peterson, 75, of Athens, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 following a long battle with Parkinson's disease.
Born in Bradenton, Florida, he was the son of William Coy Peterson and Ethel Calton Peterson. Mr. Peterson worked with the school system and taught special education for a number of years. He was also a talented musician and minister...
George Larry Ellis
Jan 13, 2026
George Larry Ellis George Larry Ellis, affectionately known as Larry, passed away on January 13, 2026, at the age of 82. He was born on September 13, 1943. Larry devoted more than four decades of his life to the Ford Motor Company, where he worked from 1964 until his retirement in 2006. Known fondly by coworkers as “Bullwinkle,” Larry served...
Sister Maria Susanna
Jan 13, 2026
Sister Maria Susanna (Susan Ann Malloy) 79, passed away peacefully at her hermitage in Athens, Georgia on Tuesday, January 13, 2026.
Born in Windsor Locks, Connecticut, she was a daughter of the late Robert Malloy and Clarissa Williams. Bright and joyful she was known for her radiant smile, infectious laugh and her ability to organize and tackle any project.
In 1955 the...
Rodney Allan Teasley
Jan 9, 2026
Rodney Allan Teasley was born June 25, 1968 in Athens, Georgia and will be laid to rest on January 19, 2026.
The family will receive friends Sunday, January 18, 2026 from 3:00 PM until 5:00 PM at Lord and Stephens Funeral Home, WEST, 1211 Jimmy Daniel Road, Watkinsville, A Graveside Service will be held Monday, January 19, 2026 at 11:00 AM...
Beverly Ann Sexton
Jan 9, 2026
Beverly Ann Sexton, 78, of Athens, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 9, 2026.
Born in Royston, she was a daughter of the late OB Sexton and Mary Louise Scarboro Sexton. Beverly graduated with honors from Madison County High School and then earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Georgia. She retired from the Food Service Department at the University...
Connie Lenora Towe
Jan 8, 2026
Connie Lenora Towe, 79, of Whitehall, Ga., passed away on January 8, 2026
Born in Oconee County, Ga., she was the daughter of the late William R. Scoggins and Alliefair L. Scoggins. Connie loved and dedicated over twenty years of her life to the University of Georgia, she started with the physical plant department and ended at Stegeman Coliseum. In her...
Diana Tucker Credle Maywhort
Jan 7, 2026
Diana Maywhort, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully at St. Mary’s Hospital in Athens, Georgia on Wednesday, January 8, 2026, with her family.
Diana was born on October 12, 1948 in Chattanooga, Tennessee and grew up there, going to school atop Missionary Ridge. She was very creative, and put on plays with her three siblings in their attic.
She...
George Secrist
Jan 7, 2026
George Arlan Secrist, of Watkinsville, Georgia, passed away at his home on January 7th, at the age of 95. He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty, and two daughters, Pam Kelly and Rachel Copelan. He was the last survivor of his parents’ nine children. He is survived by four children: Mark Secrist of Asheville, North Carolina, Patrice Secrist...
Anthony Monroe Lynn, Jr.
Jan 7, 2026
Anthony Monroe "Tony" Lynn, Jr. was born on May 1, 1946 in Asheville, NC. He passed away on January 7, 2026.
Tony dedicated 20 years of his career as a Correctional Officer at the Athens Clarke County Jail. He also proudly served in the US Air Force, retiring as a Staff Sergeant after 20 years of service.
Tony is survived by his...
Judy Gayle Smith
Jan 6, 2026
Judy Gayle Smith—beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend—passed away peacefully on January 6, 2026, in Athens, Georgia. She was born on March 14, 1949, in Gainesville, Georgia, and lived a life marked by deep love, joy, and an unwavering devotion to family and friends.
Judy began her professional career at an early age with The Gainesville Times, where she...
Bessie Patsy Bagwell
Jan 6, 2026
Bessie Patsy Bagwell, 89, of Bogart, passed away on January 6, 2026.
Born in Washington DC, she was the daughter of the late Cleve and Dolly Bagwell. Bessie was a very loving mother who would give the shirt off her back. In her free time, she enjoyed goodwill thrifting and cooking, but nothing was more important than being with her beautiful...
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