OBITUARIES

Jan 9, 2024

Thomas Jefferson Tucker, 64, of Comer, Ga passed away on January 9, 2024.

Born in Athens, Ga, he was the son of the late Lonnie Edward Tucker and Montine Willie Tucker. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Jimmy Tucker.

Jeff was employed at the University of Georgia for 15...

Jan 8, 2024

Stanton James Singleton, Jr., 77, of Atlanta, GA peacefully departed this life on January 8, 2024.

Stan was born in Athens, GA and grew up enjoying camping, fishing, and all things outdoors. He was an avid learner and discovered a love of the Law which led to him becoming a proud graduate of the University of Georgia...

Jan 8, 2024

Patrick David Norris, age 50, was made whole as he passed away on January 8, 2024 in Athens, Ga, surrounded by family and friends. Patrick lived in Ashford, Washington but had recently returned to Oconee County to be with family as he received medical care for liver disease.

Patrick, son of Wayne and Merle Norris, grew up...

Jan 8, 2024

Betty Koenigshof, 87, of Watkinsville, passed away on Monday, January 8, 2024.

Born in Danielsville, she was a daughter of the late William Breece Ward and Lovie Hill Ward. She was an accomplished esthetician for over 30 years and owned and operated The Retreat Day Spa in her basement where many enjoyed her services and products. She...

Jan 7, 2024

Barbara Baldwin Dowd, 75, of Watkinsville, Georgia died on Sunday, January 7, 2024, at home following a long battle with ALS.

Born in Glen Head, New York to the late James T. Baldwin and Marie Heck Baldwin, Barbara attended the Green Vale School, graduated from Miss Porter's School, Pine Manor Junior College and from Barnard College, class...

Jan 7, 2024

Beecher Tyson Jenkins, 97, of Danielsville, GA, died on January 7, 2024, at his residence. Born at his home in Danielsville, GA, he was the son of the late Henry Beecher Jenkins and Sarah Ollie Dillard Jenkins and brother to the late Margaret Yarbrough, Marcile Kitchens, Ray Jenkins and Austin Jenkins.  After graduation from Danielsville High School, he was...

Jan 6, 2024

On January 6, 2024, Heaven gained a wild, vibrant one! Our baby sister, Martha Lorrie Colquitt Hammes, 48, of Lavonia, loved Jesus, family, trucks, Hank Williams, Jr., hats - cowboy and baseball, motorcycles, horses, and the beach. She had a passion for being outdoors and loved exploring the country around her. She was fiercely independent and tremendously loved.

Jan 6, 2024

Mark Stephen Pierce, 69, died on January 6, 2024 at his residence.

Born in Cherry Point, NC, he was the son of the late John Lewis Pierce and Marjorie Schade Pierce. Mark was the former owner and operator of Pierce & Associates General Contractors and was currently self employed as a Catastrophic Insurance Adjuster.

Survivors...

Jan 6, 2024

Richard Eugene Carter, 72, of Winterville passed away January 6, 2024 after a courageous battle with Parkinson's. A native and lifelong resident of Athens, he was the son of the late Wiley Patton Carter and Mary Johnson Carter.

Richard served as the Vice President of Manufacturing at Wilkins Industries but his greatest role was that of a...

Jan 5, 2024

Johnny Moon 67 of Statham, GA (Recently moved to Elberton, GA.), was welcomed into the arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on January 5, 2024. He was born on June 5, 1956 to the late Mr. Robert Moon; also preceded by his grandparents, Dorsey & Julia Massey. He went to Carithers School and Oconee High School. He...

Jan 5, 2024

Edwin John “Eddy” Armstrong met Jesus on January 5, 2024 after a brief illness.  Born November 6, 1968 in Pullman, Washington, the son of a college professor, he grew up in different areas of the country including Pepperell, MA; Tulsa, OK; and College Station, TX but settled in Athens, GA after moving there when he was 16.  Influenced by...

Jan 5, 2024

Patricia Ann Copeland, 79, of Hull, GA went to be with her Lord and Savior on January 5, 2024.

Born in Clarke County, she was the daughter of the late Summie Venable and Rudene Bellamy.

Patricia worked as a real estate broker for more than thirty years. She was a devout Christian, a loving wife,...

Jan 5, 2024

On January 5, 2024, a loving mother & grandmother & great grandmother, Suzanne passed away after a long battle with cancer. Suzanne brought joy and love to all her endeavors in life from working as a bookkeeper, an artisan, a Townecraft representative, a Sunday School teacher, a volunteer with local churches, and as a fully-devoted homemaker, a wonderful grandmother...

Jan 4, 2024

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

Jan 4, 2024

Larry Dwayne Kidd, 70, husband of Gwen Morris Kidd, died on January 4, 2024. Born in Elberton, GA, Dwayne as he was known by his family,  was the son of the late Richard O’Neal Kidd and Betty White Kidd.  He retired from Dupont after more than 30 years and for 10 years he worked as a consultant for Capgemini....

Jan 2, 2024

William “Bick,” “Billy” Crosby entered the gates of heaven on January 2, 2024.

He was born and raised in Ocala, FL July 27, 1952. After retirement he and his wife, Brenda, moved to Colbert, GA. Bill was a man who could build or repair anything. He was a kind and compassionate soul. He loved to shower the...

Jan 1, 2024

Charles N. McLure, 74, of Watkinsville, passed away on January 1, 2024. Born on April 13, 1949 in Columbus, GA, he was the son of the late Luther and Nona (Graddy) McLure.

He was a graduate of the University of Georgia with a degree in Chemistry and Pharmacology. He was a revered pharmacist for Fort Benning Martin...

Jan 1, 2024

Cecil Curtis Vause, Jr., 80, died January 1, 2024.

A native of Athens, GA, he was a son of the late Minnie Louise McGahee and Cecil Curtis Vause, Sr. and the widower of Betty Ann Watkins Vause.

Mr. Vause retired in 2000 as a License Examiner after 32 years of dedicated employment with the Georgia...

Dec 30, 2023

Franklin Andrew “Drew” McSwain, 72, of Watkinsville, died on Saturday, December 30, 2023.

Born in Marion, NC, Drew was the son of James Franklin McSwain and Mary “Betty” Purcell McSwain. Drew worked for many years as an over-the-road truck driver, though he had many varied and interesting jobs driving anything with wheels, including everything from a snowplow...

Dec 29, 2023

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