Jan 12, 2025

Emmett Ray Langley, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 12, 2025, at the age of 83 after a courageous battle with Parkinson's disease. Born on June 22, 1941, in Athens, Georgia at the old St. Mary's Hospital to the late Archie and Mary Burch Langley. 

During his time at the University of Georgia, he met...

Apr 24, 2025

Teresa “Terri” Anne Jones, 77, of Athens, passed away April 24, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Emmett and Victoria Abraham and was also preceded in death by her brother, Raymond Abraham (Carol).

Memorial service will be May 10, 2025, 3:00 PM, at Lord & Stephens, West Chapel, with Pastor Steve Stringham officiating. The family will receive visitors prior...

May 8, 2025

May 7, 2025

Gary Oliver Pitman, 84 of Danielsville, reunited with his loving wife of 52 years Mary Ross Pitman in heaven on May 7th, 2025. Born November 9, 1940, in Hoschton, Georgia, he was the son of the late Edward Eugene and Onie Kilgore Pitman.

Gary honorably and proudly served in the U.S. Army as a MP from 1963-1965 and retired from the...

May 7, 2025

Mary Ann Doster, 92, of Athens, Georgia, passed peacefully on May 7, 2025. Born July 13, 1932, Mary Ann was the heart of her family and a faithful servant of the Lord throughout her life.

A devoted member of Prince Avenue Baptist Church for over 60 years, Mary Ann’s life was a shining reflection of her deep faith. Her love for...

May 6, 2025

Mr. Hewatt Loyd Fleming, 88, of Poss Road, Danielsville, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 6, 2025.

Hewatt was born in Bowman, Georgia on June 2, 1936. He was a son of the late Austin Loyd Fleming and Lucy Vercelle Moon Fleming. Mr. Fleming was a Deacon of Mount Zion Primitive Baptist Church in Athens. He retired from the United States...

May 6, 2025

Dr. Phillip Michael “Mike” Allred of Bishop, GA, passed away on May 6, 2025. He was born on November 28, 1951, in Toccoa, Georgia to the late Larry Phillip and Louise (Brown) Allred. He is survived by his wife Debra Allred; daughter Katie M. Phillips (Jeremy); son Robert P. Allred (Bekah); grandsons Jare, Jase, and Jed Phillips; Sister Bobbie Jo...

May 6, 2025

Jay Michael Lenore, 72, of Athens, GA died on Tuesday, May 6, 2025. Jay was born in Alhambra, California, to John and Dorothy Lenore on October 15, 1952.

Jay lived 67 of his 72 years in southern California. As a child growing up in an Italian family in Fontana, CA, Jay spent his time memorizing sports statistics and honing his skills...

May 5, 2025

James Jeral Wetzstein, 54, of Covington, GA, passed away on May 5, 2025. Jamie, born on December 9, 1970, in Fargo, North Dakota, was the son of Michael Wetzstein and the late Virginia Wetzstein.

Jamie loved his family and friends. He enjoyed camping and fishing with his family. He loved hiking, horseback riding, rafting, and generally all things outdoors and high...

May 5, 2025

Byron Stuart Lomas, 56, of Decatur, GA, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, May 5, 2025. He had been under hospice care at The Grove in Watkinsville, GA.

Byron was born in Atlanta, GA, at the former Georgia Baptist Hospital. He grew up in DeKalb County and attended Henderson High School before going on...

May 4, 2025

Deacon Joseph Ruberte passed away on Sunday, May 4, 2025. Born on March 20, 1945, in Ponce, Puerto Rico, he was the son of the late Guillermo Jose Ruberte and Luz Virginia Ruberte.

He was a deacon with the Archdiocese of Atlanta having served at El Centro Católico (a Spanish Mission of Holy Spirit Catholic Church) in Sandy Springs and Mary...

May 4, 2025

John Dixon Sr. passed away peacefully on May 4 at his beloved Oconee Springs Farm, surrounded by family and loved ones.

A man of principle, determination and vision, Mr. Dixon was a highly respected businessman, a steadfast husband, a proud father and grandfather, and a passionate wine connoisseur. Throughout his life, he led with strength, purpose and an unwavering commitment to...

May 4, 2025

On Sunday May 4th, 2025, Agnes Sorrow Norton (aka “Aggie”), passed away surrounded by her family.

Agnes was born May 8th, 1928. She was a few days shy of having her 97th birthday. She was preceded in death by her parents Lewis and Francis Sorrow, her husband of 60 years James “Tony” Norton, her brother Hugh “Jimbo” Sorrow and her son-in-law...

May 3, 2025

Raleigh Elliott passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 3 in Athens, GA, after a long battle with congestive heart failure. Though he lost this fight, he won the hearts of all the lives he touched during his life on this earth. His story is one of love, dedication, caring for others and giving his all to his family and friends....

May 1, 2025

Malcolm Earl Payne, 94 of Statham, GA, passed away May 1, 2025. He was the son of the late, Clarence Frank & Gladys Payne; also preceded by his sister, Evelyn Johnson and a brother, C. Clarence Payne, Jr.. Mr. Payne, loved doing crossword puzzles and watching his favorite TV shows. He was a retired from United States Air Force.

A graveside...

May 1, 2025

Margaret “Jenny” Jennifer Mingledorff-Johann, 56, passed away on May 1, 2025. Born on September 28, 1968, she was the daughter of the late Lewis Edward Mingledorff, Sr. and Mary Lou Draher Mingledorff.

Jenny was a caring, generous individual with an infectious smile that would light up any room. She was very family-oriented and well loved by friends and family. She spent...

Apr 30, 2025

Nancy J. Jordan, 73, of Commerce, passed away on April 30, 2025. She was born on November 7, 1951. Nancy was the daughter of the late Ralph and Enid Stewart. A member of Sonlight Baptist Church, her faith was an important part of her life.

She is survived by her son, Travis Eric Jordan; her sisters, Judith Stewart Findley and Amy...

Apr 28, 2025

James Michael Hansen (Jim) passed away in his family home in Watkinsville, Georgia, on April 28, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born September 25, 1935, in Brunswick, Georgia, to James Oliver and Gladys (Beard) Hansen, along with his twin sister, Patricia Ann. He is preceded in death by his parents and sister. He is survived by Carolyn,...

Apr 28, 2025

Emily Edwards Dantzler, 41, of Athens passed away on April 28, 2025 at her home surrounded by her husband Jeff and her family and friends.

Emily was born in Athens, Georgia on February 18, 1984 at St. Mary’s Hospital to Phyllis and Keith Edwards. After graduating from Jackson High School in 2002, she began her pursuit of a Psychology degree at...

Apr 27, 2025

Sara Elizabeth Reece, 86, wife of Kenneth George Reece, died on April 27, 2025.

Born in Monticello, GA, she was the daughter of the late Carroll Longfellow Hodge and Evelyn Essie Moore Hodge and sister to the late Marie Lewis and Judith Hodge. Mrs. Reece had worked for the Federal Reserve Bank in Atlanta in the Accounting Department and was a...