Randall Clarke Hicks
Mar 30, 2025
Randall C. Hicks, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away surrounded by his loving family on March 30th. A proud graduate of the University of Georgia, class of 1961, 1963, and 1966, Randall dedicated his life to education, teaching mathematics for 31 years at Valdosta State and 6 years at Lake-Sumter Community College. He is survived by his...
Charlotte Denise Rogers
Apr 1, 2025
Charlotte Denise Rogers, born on September 13, 1957, in Athens, Georgia, gently left this world on April 1, 2025, leaving an enduring legacy of love, faith, and music. She brightened the lives of many as a dedicated evangelist and gospel singer alongside her beloved husband, Steve Rogers. Their heartfelt harmonies and shared passion for spreading the Gospel inspired countless individuals,...
Eric Ryan McLeroy
Mar 15, 2025
Eric Ryan McLeroy, born February 12, 1966, died March 15, 2025 at the age of 59.
A native of Athens, GA, Eric was a son of Garnett Wayne and Kay Hansford McLeroy. A graduate of Oconee County High School, he was a Senior Manager for Zaxby’s. He was also an accomplished auto mechanic. Eric enjoyed the outdoors and was also an...
Evelyn Drawdy Stewart
Mar 30, 2025
Evelyn Drawdy Stewart, born August 10, 1938, passed away peacefully at her home in Athens, GA, on March 30, 2025, surrounded by family.
Born in Berrien County, GA, Evelyn was the daughter of Perry Moore Drawdy and Lena Clements Drawdy.
She is survived by her husband of 67 years, Donald Keiffer Stewart; her daughters, Angela Stewart DeLorme (Dean), Jayne Stewart Hunter (Larry),...
Douglas Wayde Oldham
Mar 24, 2025
Douglas Wayde Oldham, 64, of Watkinsville, Georgia, was found deceased on March 24, 2025.
Born on September 17, 1960, in Athens, Georgia, Doug was the beloved son of the late Floyd and Hazel Martin Oldham. He spent most of his life in Oconee County, where he built not only a business, but a life rooted in love, loyalty, and hard work.
Doug...
Mitchell Wayde Oldham
Mar 24, 2025
Mitchell Wayde Oldham, 28, of Watkinsville, Georgia, passed away on March 24, 2025.
Mitchell was born prematurely on May 7, 1996, in Athens, Georgia, to the late Douglas Oldham and Kimberly Dawn Oldham. From the very beginning, Mitchell was a fighter—a bright light who entered the world too early and left it far too soon.
A graduate of North Oconee High School,...
Vivian Louise Gueth
Mar 27, 2025
Vivian Louise Gueth, born on May 10, 1941, in Comer, Georgia, passed away peacefully on March 27, 2025, in Watkinsville, Georgia. A devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Vivian leaves behind a legacy of love and compassion that will be cherished by all who knew her.
Vivian's caring nature led her to a fulfilling career as a Certified Nursing...
Vito Melchiorre Mutolo
Feb 3, 2025
Vito Melchiorre Mutolo, 88, passed away suddenly and peacefully in his home in Watkinsville, GA on February 3, 2025. By his side was his wife of 57 years, Patricia (Terrell). Vito was an amazing man. He lived and taught by his example of how to be young at heart, with humor in actions and words, perseverance of will, and unselfishness...
Emily Anne Byrd Harris
Mar 31, 2025
Emily Anne Byrd Harris, 84, of Athens, Georgia, passed away on March 31, 2025, having been surrounded by loving family, friends, and the caring staffs of Arbor Terrace and Gentiva Hospice.
Emily was born October 5, 1940, in Kingstree, South Carolina, the daughter of Edward Dewey Byrd and Evelyn Yarborough Hughey Byrd. She played basketball at Kingstree High, where she was...
Sara N Sorrow
Mar 29, 2025
Sara N. Sorrow, 95 of Comer, GA, passed away March 29, 2025.
She was the daughter of the late Emory Gordon & Emily Booth and the widow of Henry Talmadge Sorrow. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Jerry Lewis Booth; grandson, William “Bill” Brittain; and stepdaughter, Linda Annete Brittain.
Sara was a longtime member and a Sunday School teacher...
Allen Crowell
Mar 29, 2025
Allen C. Crowell, a 25-year resident of Athens, Georgia, originally from Mobile, Alabama, died on March 29, 2025, after a valiant battle with pancreatic cancer. He was 87. He was a brilliant musician, witty, funny, a voracious reader, practical and passionate, stoic in his approach to daily life and world events, fiery and intense with a baton in his hand,...
Jessie Ash Meyer
Mar 28, 2025
Jessie Ash Meyer, born March 16, 1935, of Arnoldsville, GA passed away on March 28, 2025, at the age of 90. The 10th and last child of the late Carl and Amanda Gilleland Ash, she was raised in Bishop, GA. She is predeceased by her brothers, Rufus Ash, Woodrow Ash, Ernest (Buck) Ash, Reverend James Ash, Donald Ash, and her...
Carlene Ingram Fields
Mar 28, 2025
Carlene Ingram Fields, 76, of Danielsville, died on Friday, March 28, 2025.
Born in Commerce, she was a daughter of the late Carl Edward Ingram and Allene Barrett Ingram. Carlene was a member of Trinity Baptist Church.
Survivors include her husband, Acie Ray Fields; three sons, Anthony Ray Fields, Michael Todd Fields and Joshua Seth Fields; sisters, Marie Driver and Betty Carol...
Amanda Jean Chapman
Mar 27, 2025
Amanda (Mandy) Jean Chapman, born on April 27, 1975, in Quantico, Virginia, passed away on March 27, 2025. She was a cherished member of her community, known for her dedicated work in medical transport, where she made a lasting impact on the lives of countless individuals with kindness and commitment to care.
Mandy leaves behind her beloved husband, Garry Wayne Chapman,...
Tom Frank Williamson, III
Mar 26, 2025
Tom Williamson, a long-term resident of Martin, Georgia, originally from Vicksburg, Mississippi died on March 26, 2025. He was 85.
Tom grew up in Valdosta, Georgia where he attended and played football at Valdosta High School. He later earned a BA in accounting at Valdosta State College. He then began a life-long career with Sears Roebuck serving in many managerial positions....
William Preston Norred, III
Mar 26, 2025
William Preston Norred III, age 79, of Athens died peacefully on March 26, 2025. The son of the late William and Halley Norred of Hawkinsville, GA. He has resided in Athens, GA since his early twenties. He was preceded in death by his daughter Leigh Norred (David) Pope. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Carol Nelson Norred;...
Agathe Hildegard Marks
Mar 26, 2025
After a long battle with dementia, Agathe Hildegard Marks, got her wings and went to walk with the Angels on March 26, 2025 at the age of 85.
She was born to Ernst Hartmeyer and Maria Kneis Hartmeyer in Ludwigshafen, Germany. Agathe met her husband, Don, while he was stationed in Germany with the United States Army. She worked with the...
Irene Fowler Moore
Mar 26, 2025
Irene Fowler Moore, born August 3, 1950, passed away on March 26, 2025 at the age of 74.
She was the daughter of the late Vester Lee Fowler and Mattie Elizabeth Smith Fowler. She lived in Madison County for 38 years. Irene was a caring and giving person. She always had a place in her home for anyone who needed a...
Janet Marie Hamby
Mar 25, 2025
Janet Marie Hamby, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on March 25, 2025. She was born on October 26, 1953, to Loyal Hammond and Mavis Hammond.
Janet is proceeded in death by her husband, John Wade, and their dog, CoCo. Janet leaves behind four children: Franklin Hamby, Angela Smith, Crystal Covington, and Christopher Cornejo;...
Dannie June Shadden
Mar 24, 2025
Dannie “June” Odom Shadden, 83, went to her Heavenly home on March 24, 2025, with her daughters and their husbands by her side. June was born on April 22, 1941 in Athens, Georgia, the daughter of Willie and Frank Odom.
June graduated from Athens High School in 1959 and married Alton Shadden on June 18, 1961. She was a bookkeeper for...