OBITUARIES

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....

Marjorie Virginia (Herndon) Talley

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.

Vernon G Meentemeyer

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...

Robert L. Whitehead

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...