OBITUARIES

Feb 1, 2024

Henry E. Shelnutt, III, 73, died February 1, 2024.

A memorial service will be held Saturday Feb 3, 1:00 pm at Grace Fellowship. There will be a celebration of life (visitation with family) following the service that should begin around 1:30 in the foyer at Grace Fellowship. There will not be a visitation prior to service.

Jan 31, 2024

Martha Sue Biggs, passed away on January 31, 2024 at The Pearl in Loganville, GA. She was born on November 11, 1934 in Morgan County, Georgia to Warren Stone and Jessie Bell Griffith Stone.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 34 years, Guy R. Biggs, Jr., daughter, Joy Biggs Adcock, son in...

Jan 31, 2024

June Jackson Arnold, 85, of Lexington passed away on January 31, 2024. Born on June 21, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Lowell Jackson and Irene Foster Jackson. June, affectionately known as Mama June to everyone that knew her, was a quick-witted, loving woman who always put others before herself. She showed her love for others in...

Jan 31, 2024

Eileen Patricia Sinda, 74, of Athens, GA, died on January 31, 2024.

Born in Philadelphia, PA, Eileen was the daughter of the late Robert W. Martin and Eileen Toner Martin. She grew up in Philadelphia and graduated from Little Flower Catholic High School. She married Richard E. Sinda on January 17, 1970, and they lived in Point...

Jan 31, 2024

Maria Elvira Marrero (Aba), 94, wife of the late Enrique Emilio Marrero, died on Wednesday, January 31, 2024.

Born in Matanzas, Cuba, she was the daughter of the late Rosendo Vallin and Maria Xirau. In 1959, Maria left Cuba and lived in Spain, New York and Miami, FL before moving to Oconee County in 2018. As an...

Jan 30, 2024

John Alan Latta passed away January 30, 2024 at the age of 77 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Athens, GA.  John was born and raised in Lone Tree, Iowa, graduating as valedictorian from the only school in Lone Tree.  He and his Dad were active in the Boy Scouts with John achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.  He played...

Jan 29, 2024

Shirley Jeannette Welch Alewine, born on February 26, 1940, the daughter of Velma Compton Welch and John Welch, peacefully passed away on January 29th, 2024.  Shirley shared 64 beautiful years of marriage with her beloved late husband, Eugene (Gene) Alewine.

Shirley is survived by her loving daughter, Cindy Alewine Drake (Keith).  Her legacy lives on through her...

Jan 29, 2024

Sherry Jean Evans, 69, of Winterville, passed away on Monday, January 29, 2024.

Born in Augusta, she was a daughter of the late Rev. Thomas Hobbs and Clara Hobbs. Sherry was a wonderful mother, grandmother and sister. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her birth mother, Bessie Hobbs; brother, William Hobbs and...

Jan 29, 2024

Eddie Mae Epps England, 87, died January 29, 2024.

A lifelong resident of Madison County, she was the daughter of the late Thurston C. and Willie Lee Simmons Epps. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Donald Lynn England, grandson, Robert Spencer, the father of her children, Don England, sister, Sara...

Jan 28, 2024

Constance Elaine Mullan, 94, went to be with our Lord on January 28, 2024, after a battle with lung cancer.

Connie, a longtime resident of Athens, Georgia, was born February 27, 1929, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to Walter and Norma Weiler.  Her father was an accomplished home builder, and the Wisconsin Historical Society has recognized his house on...

Jan 28, 2024

Donna Richards Wilson, 79, of Watkinsville, passed away unexpectedly on January 28, 2024. Born on February 11, 1944, she was the daughter of the late Lauretta and John Richards.

Donna retired from the Terry College of Business at The University of Georgia. She was adventurous,  enjoyed traveling, and going on cruises with her husband of 60 years....

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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

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...

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,...

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....