Feb 7, 2023

Lonnie Joe Cox Sr.

Lonnie 77, died unexpectedly on 02-07-2023 at home with loved ones. He was born February 27, 1945, in Jackson County Georgia and was the son of Charlie and Sallie Bell Cox, he is predeceased by 9 Siblings and survived by 3 siblings, Gayle Herring, Johnny Cox, and Sally Cox out of 13.

Feb 7, 2023

Peggy B. Stewart, 93, of Winterville, passed away on February 7, 2023. Born on November 17, 1929, she was the daughter of the late Willie Mae Sorrow Horne and John Horne,

Peggy loved her pets, spending time outdoors and gardening, having a particular fondness of flowers.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in...

Feb 7, 2023

Martha Eleanor McCarty, 92, died on Tuesday, February 7, 2023. Born in Madison County, GA she was the daughter of the late Homer McCarty and Nellie Landers Lord. She worked at Southern Bell as an operator and Dupont in manufacturing. She was of the Baptist faith and was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star for 25...

Feb 4, 2023

William Durell Kennedy (“Darell” “DK”), 78, happily traded his wheels for wings on February 4, 2023 and joined the love of his life, Shirley, in the presence of Jesus. Darell’s wife of 51 years, Shirley Ann Crowe Kennedy, preceded him in death in August of 2020.

Darell was born to parents, William Talmadge Kennedy and...

Feb 3, 2023

Patricia Ann Lopez, 60, of Athens passed away on February 3, 2023. Born on February 18, 1962, she was the daughter of the late Joel Michael Casper and Clara Ann Wright Casper.

Patricia was a hairdresser for over 25 years working at a variety of places such as Master Cuts and Great Clips.

Survivors include...

Feb 3, 2023

Brett Lawton Gandy, a man of strength, love, and devotion, passed away peacefully in Comer, Georgia, on Friday, 3 February 2023.

Brett was born 31 March 1955 at Patrick Air Force Base in Florida. At the time, his father, Austin, was flying combat missions for the U.S. Marine Corps in Korea and his mother, Vernice, had returned...

Feb 3, 2023

In deep sadness, the family of Chandler Thomas Griffin announce the passing of their child of God on February 3, 2023. Chandler was born on May 19, 2004 to Mr. Kevin Griffin and Shelley Milne. Chandler suffered a brain injury during childbirth and fought 18 years to be with his family. He was a strong little fighter and a bright...

Feb 2, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Daniel Earl McMurray on February 2nd, 2023.  Danny, as he was known by friends and family, was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to the late Walter Earl and Ella Mae (Militzer) McMurray.  Danny graduated from Slippery Rock University with a degree in Education. However, teaching in the traditional sense...

Feb 2, 2023

Harry Richard Wilkes, 66, of Athens, passed away in the early morning hours of February 2, 2023 after succumbing to Liver disease.

Rick born on Christmas day, 1956 and was the youngest of three sons born in Athens to the late Margie and Dupree Wilkes. He attended public schools in Athens and Madison County, graduating from Madison...

Feb 2, 2023

Lee C. Dennis of Athens GA., went home to be with the Lord on February 2, 2023. The son of the late William and Virginia Dennis, Lee grew up in Athens, excelled in sports and graduated from Clarke Central high school. Lee became a local business owner in 1994 and proudly served our communities needs for over three decades....

Jan 31, 2023

Kaleb Trandum Howington, October 13, 2006 – January 31, 2023,  Age 16

Kaleb gained his wings today.  Kaleb was 16 years old and lived in Winterville Georgia.  He has been battling cancer for more than 3 years.  Before getting sick, Kaleb attended Oglethorpe County schools and enjoyed being a part of the FFA program there. ...

Jan 31, 2023

On the morning of January 31, 2023, at the age of 91, Lillious Hershel (LH) Lewis Jr. joined many loved ones in heaven.

LH was born to Bertha and LH Lewis Sr. in Athens, Ga on March 18, 1931.  LH graduated from Athens High School in 1948. On June 23, 1951, he married his young sweetheart, Eleanor...

Jan 30, 2023

Jackie Lee Armor, 67, of Athens, GA died on January 30, 2023. Born on May 16, 1956, she was the daughter of the late James Eddie & Annette Edwards Sorrow of Athens GA.

Jackie was also preceded in death by Brother, Farris Wayne Sorrow, Sister, Kathy Sorrow Bishop.

Survivors include her Husband James “Mark” Armor;...

Jan 30, 2023

Kathy Ann Bishop, 68, of Colbert, GA, passed away on January 30, 2023. Kathy was born on September 11, 1954, to James & Annette Sorrow in Athens, GA. In 1971, Kathy met David Bishop at the Krystal restaurant in Athens, GA. They were married on June 10, 1973. Kathy and David went on to have two children, Tamara & Scott....

Jan 30, 2023

Freddie Leonard Bell, cherished father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away on Monday, January 30, 2023 at the age of 91.

Born in Tennessee, he was a son of the late Elmer J. Bell and Pauline Geer Bell. Mr. Bell was a Veteran of the United States Air Force. He was a welder with more than 70 years...

Jan 29, 2023

James “Jim” Dominic Battaglia, Jr. of Jackson, Georgia died at home Sunday, January 29, 2023.

Jim, the son of the late Dr. James Battaglia, Sr. of Marco Island, FL and the late Ms. Dorothy Virginia Thomas Battaglia of Lynn Haven, FL, was born in Elizabeth, New Jersey.  After a few years in Westfield, NJ, the family moved...

Jan 29, 2023

Barbara Anne Whitehead Carlson, 74, of Athens, Ga., died Sunday, Jan. 29, after a long battle with kidney and heart disease.

Barbara was born Sept. 16, 1948, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Athens to Roy “Sam” Whitehead Sr. and Anna Louise “Nan” Whitehead. The oldest of three children, she grew up in Athens, Monroe, Ga., and Jacksonville,...

Jan 28, 2023

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

Jan 28, 2023

Beverly Mae Jensen, 83, of Hull, died on Saturday, January 28, 2023.

She was born in Omaha, Nebraska to the late Jesse Clarence Phillips and Gladys Mildred Turner Phillips.

Bev and her family lived in multiple states, including Georgia, before finally calling the Athens area home in 2007. She worked as a dance instructor, but...

Jan 28, 2023

Anne B. Asbury, 85, of Athens, GA died on January 28, 2023. The daughter of the late Estelle Barber and Thomas G. (Dude) Barber, Anne grew up in Decatur, GA and graduated from Avondale High School in 1955. Following graduation she moved to Japan with her Army spouse and had her first son. After the Army she lived in...