OBITUARIES

Feb 10, 2021

Denver Howard Strickland, 72, of Colbert, passed away on Wednesday, February 10, 2021.

Born in Athens, Denver was a son of the late William Troy Strickland and Clara Irene Burroughs Strickland. He was a Veteran of the United States Army and the Vietnam War. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings,...

Feb 9, 2021

Dena Moats Aaron, 57, died February 9, 2021.

A native of Clarke County, she was a daughter of the late Bennie and Billie Carolyn Bradley Moats. She was a nurse and enjoyed reading and crocheting.

The family will hold a “Gathering of Friends and Family” on Saturday, February 13, 2021 at 4:00 PM...

Feb 9, 2021

Teresa D. Olds, 69, of Danielsville, passed away February 9, 2021. She was the daughter of the late Bill & Agnes McWilliams.

Private graveside services will be held at Turner Hill Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will be at Lord & Stephens, Danielsville for a visitation from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Friday, February 12, 2021.

Feb 9, 2021

Sandra Dianne Harrison Escoe passed away peacefully on February 9th, 2021 at the age of 76. She was surrounded by her family at her home in Crawford, Ga.

Sandra was born in Vesta, Ga. on August 22, 1944 to Ms. Ruby Pass and the late Jake Harrison, Sr. She was married to the late Robert L. Escoe...

Feb 9, 2021

Louise Simpson Berrong, 93, of Danielsville, left this world on Tuesday, February 9, 2021 and entered the kingdom of heaven.

Born in Siloam, Georgia, Mrs. Berrong was preceded in death by her husband of more than 50 years, Oscar Franklin Berrong and daughter Frankie. She was a Registered Nurse and dedicated her life to the service of...

Feb 6, 2021

Patricia Ann Shirley Satterwhite, 85, of Athens, Georgia, passed away on  February 6, 2021 after a fall in her home. She is survived by her daughters  Lee Ann Spradlin (Mike) and Elizabeth Cruz (Tony) and her son J.D.  Satterwhite, as well as grandchildren Lauren Cruz, Sarah Jane Cruz, David  Spradlin (Laurel), Andrew Cruz (Rachel), Thomas Spradlin (Madelyn), Laura  Spradlin,...

Feb 6, 2021

Kenneth Mann passed away peacefully early Saturday morning Feb 6th following an extended battle with colon cancer.  He was a member of St. James United Methodist Church in Athens, Ga.  Kenneth will always be remembered as a devoted father to Allen, Luke, and Kleo and a loving husband to his wife of 19 years, Jennifer.  Raised in a loving...

Feb 6, 2021

Diane Nicholson Minish, 69 of Danielsville, wife of the late Paul Eugene Minish, passed away peacefully at her home Saturday, February 6, 2021. Born in Athens, she was the daughter of the late Ernest David McCannon and Opal Jackson McCannon.  Diane was employed with Martin Mechanical Contractors of Athens. Since her retirement, Diane was a dedicated volunteer at Piedmont...

Feb 6, 2021

Leola B. Carey, 83, a long-term member of Union Baptist Church in Hull, GA, passed away in her home peacefully on February 6, 2021.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Marshall J. Carey; two children, Stan Carey and Gail C. Richey; three brothers, Mike, Bobby and Clinton Bray; three sisters, Betty, Jean, and Viola.

Feb 5, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for Katie Bowman Griffin. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Feb 4, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for James Elbert Lee. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Feb 4, 2021

Shelby F. Good, 80, of Athens passed away on Thursday, February 4, 2021. Born in Plum Branch, South Carolina on January 14, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Margaret Ruth (Boone) and Charles Luther Freeland.

Shelby was a long-time member of Green Acres Baptist Church where she worked as a secretary for 21 years before...

Feb 3, 2021

Reily Vincent Carnes, Sr., 89, husband of the late Barbara Suttles Carnes, died Wednesday, February 3, 2021.

Born in Hartwell, GA he was the son of the late Levis Gartell Carnes and Laura Grant Carnes.  In addition to his wife and parents, R.V. was preceded in death by his sisters: Sadie Anthony, Sara Mae Byrum, Patsy Martin,...

Feb 2, 2021

Duane Martin Sudy,65, passed Tuesday, February 2, 2021. Born in Ohio the son of late Joseph C. Sudy and Loretta Gehring Sudy. Duane enjoyed his lifelong profession as a mechanic where he worked in specialties including: diesel, heavy equipment, automotive and racing mechanics. Survivors include his two sons: Daniel Joseph (Amy) Sudy and Jared Duane Sudy; late brothers David...

Feb 1, 2021

Bobby Joe Harris, 73, of Winterville passed away on February 1, 2021. He was born on July 7, 1947 in Franklin County, Georgia.

Bobby was a member of Whitehall Baptist Church. He loved people, enjoyed having conversations and loved the Lord. He was described as a “good ol’ boy” who enjoyed hunting and fishing.

He...

Feb 1, 2021

Rev. Earl Ronald (Ronnie) Healan, 82, of Athens, went to be with his Lord on Monday, February 1, 2021. Born in Athens, he was the son of the late Troy and Doris Healan and was preceded in death by his brother David Healan, and father in law and mother in law, Roscoe and Beatrice Pearson who treated him as...

Feb 1, 2021

STAN DURDEN OBITUARY

Stanley “Stan” Robert Durden, age 74, passed away on February 1, 2021, in Athens, Georgia. Stan was born in Athens on March 6, 1946. He was the son of the late Margaret McCannon and Phillip Hue Durden, Jr., whose family owned the Durden Music Store in Athens for over 60 years. Stan...

Jan 31, 2021

Due to COVID-19 precautions, no services are scheduled at this time.

Lord and Stephens Funeral Home, Danielsville, GA, is in charge of arrangements. www.lordandstephens.com

Jan 31, 2021

Debbie Elizabeth Moon, 63, died Sunday, January 31, 2021.

Born in Athens, she was the daughter of the late Dolores Ann Montgomery and granddaughter to the late Sam and Frances Montgomery.  Debbie had worked as a manager for Golden Pantry. Survivors include her children: Shanda (Marshall) Pressley, Sheila (Danny) Firster, Sonya (Ashley Johnson) Moon and Jamie (Melody)...

Jan 31, 2021

Denise Bero Gallagher, 70, of Syracuse, NY died on January 31, 2021, in Athens, GA. She was the daughter of the late John and Mary Bero.

Denise spent 59 years in Syracuse before moving to Athens, GA in 2011.

She was also preceded in death by husband of 38 years, Joseph Gallagher who passed away...