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Dr. Robert Garvin Bottoms
Jan 27, 2026
Dr. Robert Garvin Bottoms was born in Birmingham, Alabama on June 28, 1944. He committed his life to broadening access to higher education, increasing diversity on university campuses, while prioritizing ethics and moral reflection in both leadership and his public life.
“Bob” graduated from Phillips High School in Birmingham before attending the University of Virginia. He later transferred to Birmingham-Southern College,...
James Michael Minish
Jan 26, 2026
James Michael "Mike" Minish, 72, died January 26, 2026.
Funeral Services will be held Monday, February 2, 2026 at 2:00 PM at the chapel of Lord and Stephens Funeral Home, EAST, Athens.
A complete obituary will be added shortly.
Michael F. Adams
Jan 25, 2026
Michael F. Adams a loving husband, father, educator, public servant, and institutional leader who dedicated his life to the promotion of the individual through government, education, and the church died on January 25, 2026, at the age of 77.
Over a career spanning decades, Adams served with distinction in higher education, most notably as President of the University of Georgia, President...
Dwight LaRue "Bucky" Bliss, Jr.
Jan 23, 2026
Dwight LaRue (Bucky) Bliss, Jr. of Athens, GA passed on January 23, 2026. He was born on October 19, 1937, in Macon, GA to Dwight L. Bliss, Sr. and Gladys W. Bliss.
Bucky grew up in Savannah, GA where he graduated from Savannah High School, and attended Armstrong Junior College. He graduated from the University of Georgia where he was a...
Debra Lynn Waller
Dec 26, 2025
Due to inclement weather, The Celebration of Life has been rescheduled for Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 12:00pm at Thomas Cotton Gin. 3783 Greensboro Hwy, Watkinsville GA 30677.
Debra “Debby” Lynn Waller, 70, passed away December 26, 2025.
A native of Beaufort, SC, she lived in Athens for the last forty years, having moved from Elberton. She was a daughter of the...
Janelle Kitchens Higdon
Jan 28, 2026
Janelle Kitchens Higdon, 78, of Comer, passed away on January 28, 2026. Born on February 25, 1947, she was the daughter of the late Harris Kitchens and Marynell Walden Kitchens Black.
Janelle was a long-time member of Elder Baptist Church in Bishop, Ga and adored Pastor Carlton Shelton and her church family dearly. Her love for salvation was beyond any other...
Lizzie Mae Sims
Jan 27, 2026
Lizzie Sims, 88, of Watkinsville, passed away on January 27, 2026.
An Oglethorpe county native, she was the daughter of the late Daniel and Ellalouise Sims. In her free time, she enjoyed playing games, reading her bible and catching a good western on television; but nothing was more important than being with her beautiful family.
Survivors include her children Mary Stowers, Chris...
Joel Colquitt
Jan 26, 2026
Joel Colquitt, of Athens, passed away on January 26, 2026.
Born in Athens, GA, he was the son of the late Coile and Christine Colquitt. In his free time, he enjoyed working with his hands, days out on the boat, water skiing, camping at Moccasin Creek State Park and spending time with his friends, Warren and Eleanor Mason, David and Margie...
Walter Glenn Cross
Jan 23, 2026
Walter Glenn Cross, 77, of Danielsville, Georgia, passed away on January 23, 2026. He was born on December 3, 1948, in Hartford, Alabama.
Glenn was preceded in death by his parents, Walter Shirley Cross and Ruby Brooks Cross; his sister, Nancy Cross Pridgen (Jimmy); his brother-in-law, Rodney Odom; and his beloved granddaughter, Charleston Ruby Cross.
He is survived by his devoted wife...
Beth Kelley Zorbanos
Jan 22, 2026
Beth Kelley Zorbanos passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her family on Thursday, January 22, 2026. She was born to Joan Harris Cook (mother) and Andrew Kelley (father) in Marietta, GA on February 4th, 1953.
She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and a caregiver to numerous family members and friends throughout her life. She was skilled at cooking...
Aurelia Drake Wood
Jan 21, 2026
Aurelia Wood, born July 16, 1951, and passed away peacefully on January 21, 2026. The daughter of the late John and Anne Drake. She was a long-time member of Tuckston United Methodist Church where she volunteered and worked in children's ministry and was a member of the Becomers Sunday school class. Aurelia was Director of children's ministry at Monroe First...
Stephen Pierce
Jan 21, 2026
Steve Pierce, age 66, passed away on January 21, 2026.
Born in Blackshear Georgia, he was the son of William Tracy Pierce and Yang Ming Pierce. In his free time Steve enjoyed getting outdoors and hiking to waterfalls with his wife and sometimes friends, travel, playing computer games, and reading. For many years he and Kathy were active in the Society...
William Gray Culpepper, Sr.
Jan 21, 2026
William Gray Culpepper, Sr., of Athens, GA died on January 21, 2026. Survivors include his son, William Gray Culpepper, Jr. Private services will be held. Lord and Stephens Funeral Home, EAST, Athens, GA is in charge of arrangements.
Robert Stokes Marable
Jan 20, 2026
Bob Marable
(Robert Stokes Marable)
May 11, 1934 – January 20, 2026
As family and friends mourn the passing of Bob and think about all the wonderful memories, he left us one more memory. This won’t surprise many of you because you know Bob loved to tell and write his stories-even his own obituary.
Bob passed away peacefully at Piedmont Athens Regional on Tuesday,...
Paul Douglas Hawkins
Jan 20, 2026
Paul Hawkins, 79, of Jefferson, passed away on January 20, 2026.
Born in Athens, GA, he was the son of the late J.T Hawkins and Clara Porterfield. In his free time, he enjoyed playing piano and guitar; but nothing was more important than being with his beautiful family, especially his granddaughters.
Survivors include his wife of 55 years Audrey Hawkins; sons, Andy...
Dr. Stanley H. Kleven
Jan 20, 2026
Dr. Stanley H. Kleven passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
Born in Dawson, Minnesota, Stan Kleven was raised on a farm near Milan, Minnesota. He attended St. Olaf College and the University of Minnesota, receiving his DVM in 1965 and his PhD in 1970. In 1970 he moved to the Poultry Diagnostic and Research Center at the University of Georgia...
Donald Wayne Powell
Jan 19, 2026
Donald Wayne Powell, 85, of Monroe, Georgia, went home to be with the Lord on January 19, 2026, passing peacefully at his home. Born January 6, 1941, in Franklin County, Georgia, Donald lived a life rooted in faith, family, and the simple things that brought him joy.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Benjamin Franklin Powell and Mary Sue...
Linda Sharon Allen
Jan 19, 2026
Linda Sharon Allen, born on March 15, 1944, passed away peacefully in Athens, Georgia on January 19, 2026. The daughter of the late, Bennett & Doris Well. She was a devoted follower of Christ and a dedicated member of Beechaven Baptist Church, where she actively served in the youth department and participated in various mission trips, demonstrating her unwavering commitment...
Cynthia Diane Box
Jan 17, 2026
NOTICE THERE HAS BEEN A CHANGE IN THE DATE FOR THE SERVICE:
Diane Box, 89, born May 2, 1936, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 17, 2026. She was a cherished wife, mother and friend, and her absence will be deeply felt by many. Of this we are certain: she is healed and at peace, uplifted by our prayers, and safe...
Jimmie Lee Cleghorne
Jan 17, 2026
Jimmie Lee Cleghorne left to meet her Lord on January 17, 2026.
Born to Collis Daniel and Henrietta Fields Patterson on February 16, 1940. She had one brother named Elliot Patterson.
She was raised in the Diamond Hill area of Colbert, GA on a farm owned by her grandparents. Shw was saved at the age of 13 at Pleasant Grove Church.
She was...
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