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Local Obituaries for Athens, GA, Clarke County, Watkinsville, GA, Oconee County, Danielsville, GA, Madison County & Surrounding Areas
Amelia Mize Williford
May 20, 2026
Amelia Mize Williford, 90, of Commerce, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 20, 2026.
Born in Royston, GA, she was a daughter of the late Roy Mize and Lucy Emma Pulliam Mize. Mrs.
Williford retired from the Clarke County School System as the School Dietitian and was known for her incredible cinnamon rolls. She was a longtime faithful member of lla Baptist...
Richard Thomas Hanlin
May 20, 2026
Dr. Richard Thomas Hanlin, beloved father, scholar, teacher, and internationally respected mycologist, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2026, at the age of 95.
Born on May 10, 1931, in Hammond, Indiana, Richard was the son of Arthur McKinley Hanlin and Mary Elizabeth (Hedges) Hanlin. At the age of four, his family moved to rural southwestern Michigan, where he developed a...
Judy Loray Balcomb
May 19, 2026
Judy Loray Balcomb, born October 11, 1942, in Dumas, Texas, passed peacefully on May 19, 2026, in Athens, Georgia. She was preceded in death by her parents, Horace Myrick and Eva Nell Myrick, and is survived by her loving husband, Skip Balcomb, with whom she shared 52 years of marriage.
Judy is also survived by her brother, Bryce Myrick and his...
Perry Hefner Wirt
May 18, 2026
Perry Wirt Hopkins, 82, of Monroe, Georgia, passed away on May 18, 2026, following an accidental fall. She was born in Puerto Rico and raised in Atlanta, Georgia. Perry was known for her kindness and strength, and her greatest joy was spending time with her family.
She enjoyed line dancing, Zumba, and senior fitness with her friends in Monroe. Perry was...
Malinda Morris Sartain
May 17, 2026
Malinda Morris Sartain, 79, died May 17, 2026.
A native and lifelong resident of Colbert, GA, she was a daughter of the late Hobson and Dorothy Palmer Morris. She was also preceded in death by her brother and sister-in-law, Ronnie and Janet Morris and a great grandchild, Greyson Duncan.
Funeral Services will be Friday, May 22, 2026, at 11:00 AM at the...
Anne Griffeth Sisk-Smith
May 17, 2026
Anne Griffeth Sisk-Smith passed away peacefully, leaving behind a life beautifully lived. She devoted herself wholeheartedly to owning and operating a poultry and cattle farm, work that was not just a livelihood but a true calling. She loved every part of farm life and took great pride in what she built.
That same dedication carried her through twenty years of service...
William Stephen Bachman Jr.
May 16, 2026
William Stephen “Steve” Bachman, Jr., 83, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026, surrounded by the love of family and friends. Steve lived life to the fullest. He never missed an opportunity for a good story and a shared laugh, and was loved by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Born on November 18, 1942, in Connecticut, Steve was...
Edna Lee Hattaway
May 15, 2026
Edna Lee Dove Hattaway 88, daughter of the late, Charlie and Mattie Dove; also preceded in death by her husband, John Hattaway; also preceded by a daughter, Peggy Pulliam, and a grandson, Codee Hattaway, granddaughter, Alexis Hattaway, a sister, Bessie Lord, and brothers, Buck Dove, Ervin Dove, Wayne Dove, Shorty Dove, and Roy Dove.
Funeral services Thursday May 21, 2026 2:00...
Eric Russell Bond
May 14, 2026
Eric Russell Bond, 46, of Danielsville, passed away on Thursday, May 14, 2026.
Born in Athens, he was the son of Larry Bond and Louise Fitzpatrick Bond. Eric was a graduate of Athens Technical College and worked for both Silgan and Resilux America as an Industrial Maintenance Technician. He loved animals and had a special passion for rescue animals. Eric was...
Chris John Holland
May 13, 2026
Chris John Holland, age 79, passed away May 13, 2026 in Athens, Georgia.
Born June 7, 1946 in Greeneville, Tennessee to Harry Lee and Irene Rhea Holland, Chris spent his early years in Baileyton, Tennessee before moving to Sarasota, Florida in 1959. It was there that he met the love of his life, Leigh Ann Limmer, in eleventh grade. A 1964...
Dr. James Leon Smith
May 13, 2026
Dr. James Leon Smith, son of Dykes C. Smith and Hassie W. Smith, died on May 13, 2026.
Funeral Services will be Sunday, May 17, 2026, at 3:00 PM at the chapel of Lord and Stephens Funeral Home, WEST. Interment will follow at Evergreen Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 1:30 PM until 3:00 PM at the funeral home.
He...
Elizabeth Maroula Seiss
May 12, 2026
Liz, the beloved niece, sister, cousin, aunt and friend, reposed in the Lord, amidst the love and care of her family.
Liz grew up in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Chrisanthe and Constantine Seiss. She lost her mother to a tragic accident when she was just 9 years old and was raised by her father, along with her sister Virginia,...
Francine Smith
May 12, 2026
Francine “Granny” Smith, age 78, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2026. She was born on June 14, 1947 to the late Dolphus and Katie Streetman.
Francine was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. She enjoyed cooking for her family, attending auctions, and spending time working word puzzles. She especially loved hydrangeas, which reflected her gentle spirit and appreciation...
Mary Nell Braziel Titshaw
May 11, 2026
Mrs. Mary Nell Braziel Titshaw, 89, of Westminster, SC passed away peacefully on Monday, May 11, 2026. She is survived by her four children: Gailya Elaine Thomas and husband Kevin Thomas, William Larry Titshaw and wife Cheryl Titshaw, Stephen George Titshaw and wife Christy Titshaw, and Anthony Keith Titshaw and wife Meg Titshaw; her six grandchildren; Gailya D. Whitmire and...
Janet Adcock Pledger
May 11, 2026
Janet “Jan” Adcock Pledger, 63, died May 11, 2026.
A native of Walton County, Jan was a daughter of Larry and Mary Adcock of Athens. A graduate of the University of Georgia, Jan retired after teaching in the Walton County School System for many years. She was an avid Georgia Bulldog fan and truly adored her children and grandchildren. They were...
Sheila McElreath Knight
May 11, 2026
Sheila McElreath Knight, 67, of Ila, passed away on May 11, 2026. Born on April 5, 1959, she was the daughter of the late Ronald Clayton Hardman, Sr. and Stella Jean Minish Hardman.She was also a faithful member of Erastus Christian Church, where her faith was an important part of her life. She loved her church family and found strength,...
Nancy Carroll MacNair
May 10, 2026
Nancy Carroll MacNair, 88, of Athens, GA, died peacefully in her home surrounded by family on May 10, 2026. Nancy grew up in Swarthmore, PA, where Quaker projects on peace and social justice inspired her. Her education included an undergraduate degree in Sociology from Oberlin College, and master’s degrees from U. of Michigan (Social Work) and U. of Georgia (Health...
Fay Harrell Koppenaal
May 9, 2026
Fay Harrell Koppenaal, 79, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on March 24, 1947, to the late Welton Harrell and Elizabeth Strickland Harrell.
Fay was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, educator, and friend whose kindness and warmth touched many lives. She is survived by her loving husband, Gary Koppenaal; her...
Eric Daniel Duzan
May 9, 2026
Eric Daniel Duzan, 60, of Colbert, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 9, 2026.
Born in Louisville, Georgia, he was a son of Wayne and Diane Bowles Smith and the late Dan Duzan. Eric had a passion for fishing, camping, hot rods, and drag racing. He especially enjoyed spending time outdoors and sharing his passion for cars and racing with family...
Tyler Landon Brandon
May 7, 2026
Tyler “Landon” Brandon, 13, of Danielsville, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, May 7, 2026.
Born in Gastonia, North Carolina, he was the son of William “Billy” Brandon and April Leith Brandon. Landon was an 8th grade student at Madison County Middle School and was a cherished son, brother and grandson. He loved football, riding e-bikes, and playing the video game Red...
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