OBITUARIES

Oct 3, 2020

Jean Hutchins Wilson, 72, of Athens passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2020. Born on June 7, 1948 in Athens, Georgia, she was the daughter of the late Dan and Maggie Hutchins. Jean was a long-time member of Prospect United Methodist Church. She never met a stranger, would help anyone out as much as she could and always had...

Oct 2, 2020

Willie Hazel Crabtree, 80, of Comer, passed away on Friday, October 2, 2020.

Born in Oconee County, she was a daughter of the late JB Self and Willie Head Self. Mrs. Crabtree loved flowers, animals and was an avid University of Georgia football fan.

Survivors include two children, Brenda (William) Finley and Donald (Mary Anne)...

Oct 2, 2020

Gerald Lee Kelley 90 of Comer, passed away October 2, 2020. He was the son of the late, Sanford Lee and Lou Retha Kelley. Mr. Kelley was preceded in death by first wife, Faye D. Kelley, second wife, Sheila W. Kelley; brother, Guy M. Kelley; sister, Lucia K. David.

Due to covid, a memorial service will be...

Sep 30, 2020

Terry Alfred Seymour 52 of Carlton, passed away September 30, 2020. He was the son of the late, Charlie & Nancy Seymour and also preceded by his grandparents.

Graveside services are October 10, 2020, at 2:00 pm at Newtown Baptist Church cemetery.

Survivors include children, Cody Lee Seymour, and Brooklynn Conley Seymour; sister and brother,...

Sep 30, 2020

Betty Caroleen Hardin Wheeler McCants was born on June 30, 1941 in Andrews,NC. She passed away on September 30, 2020.

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Sep 29, 2020

Mary “Cindy” Whitaker, 82, of Arnoldsville, died on Tuesday, September 29, 2020.

Born in Avon Park, Florida, Cindy was the daughter of the late Thomas A. Childers and Ruth Padgett Childers. She was a humble woman with a keen sense of humor and was a solid Christian. She attended Athens Church. She was also an avid bridge...

Sep 28, 2020

Lambert (L.G.) “Gene” Thornton, 94, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather passed away on September 28, 2020.

A native of Greene County, he was born to William Mark and Nannie Mae Stone Thornton, on August 28, 1926 in Greensboro, GA.  He was the youngest of nine brothers and sisters.

In 1943, he enlisted the United...

Sep 27, 2020

Jim was born and grew up on the family farm in Lee County, GA, son of Robert A. Clay, Sr. and Eddye Hooks Clay. He spent his early days tending to the many acres of cotton and peanuts that they grew and enjoying family life with his siblings. Living furthest from the school, Jim first showed his responsibility and...

Sep 27, 2020

Nancy Caroline Burks Kethley, 81, passed away on Sunday, September 27, 2020 with her beloved family by her side.  She was born February 7, 1939 at Emory hospital in Decatur, GA to Henry Blair Burks and Nancy Carolyn Wallace Burks.

After graduating from Decatur High School in Decatur, GA, she attended Mercer University in Macon, GA where...

Sep 26, 2020

Robert Ted Lavender, Jr., 57, died Saturday, September 26, 2020. Teddy was a life long resident of Athens, GA and was preceded in death by his father, Robert Ted Lavender, Sr.  He was a  lifelong tile setter and an avid fisherman and Bulldawg fan.  Robert is survived by his mother Margie Farr Lavender; his two children: Tyler Lavender and...

Sep 26, 2020

Ouida H. Williams passed away peacefully Saturday, Sept. 26, 2020, at St. Mary’s Hospital with her husband by her side.

Ms. Williams was born in Hogansville, Georgia, on Nov. 29, 1942, and attended LaGrange College. She then received her Master of Fine Arts degree from the University of Georgia. She taught painting, drawing and art appreciation at...

Sep 25, 2020

Calvin Jamain Cunningham, 44, of Colbert, died on Friday, September 25, 2020.

Graveside services will be held Saturday, October 3, 2020 at Waggoner's Grove Cemetery at 12:00 p.m. The family will receive friends the evening prior to the service from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. at Lord and Stephens, Danielsville Chapel.

Lord and Stephens Funeral Home,...

Sep 24, 2020

Charles Randall “Randy” Black, 62, of Hull, passed away on Thursday, September 24, 2020.

Born in Athens, he was the son of Lois JoAnn Woods Black and the late Charles Hampton Black. Mr. Black enjoyed hunting and fishing. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his wife, Donna Sue Black.

Survivors...

Sep 23, 2020

Charles Woodrow (Chuck) Weaber Jr., 80, born in Lebanon, PA was the son of the late Charles Woodrow (Chas) Weaber, Sr. and the late Catherine Mae Weaber.

Chuck was especially proud of his family and his service to his country as a member of the U.S. Air Force, last stationed a Tulle Air Force Base, Greenland.

Sep 23, 2020

Sarah Lynn Pelletier, 55, of Winder passed away on Wednesday, September 23, 2020. Born on June 29, 1965 in Athens, Georgia she was the daughter of the late S. William Pelletier and Leona Jane Bledsoe Pelletier.

Sarah was a member of Northside Presbyterian Church in Winder for 16 years. Her faith in Jesus was clear to anyone...

Sep 23, 2020

An obituary is not available at this time for Victor Manuel Castro. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Sep 22, 2020

James Weldon Stewart, 81, passed away on Tuesday, September 22, 2020.

A lifelong resident of Arnoldsville, Mr. Stewart was a son of the late Robert Marvin Stewart and Ulma Jones Stewart. He served as the Mayor of Arnoldsville for over 30 years and was active with the Arnoldsville Volunteer Fire Department. Mr. Stewart was a previous member...

Sep 22, 2020

Lowell Lee Hawes, 78, of Ila passed away on Tuesday, September 22, 2020.

He was a master builder, carpenter, and plumber who was highly respected in his industry. He was a devout Christian who witnessed to everyone he met and served in the Christian Motorcycle Association as a member of the Prayer Team. He loved travel, adventure,...

Sep 22, 2020

George William “Bill” Davis, Sr., husband of 32 years to Bonnie Burke Davis, died Tuesday, September 22, 2020.

Born in Albany, GA, he was the son of the late William Lewis Davis and Sally Lacy Irvin.

Bill retired from the Civil Service where he worked in designing satellite communications for special operations for the U....

Sep 20, 2020

Joan Martin Healey, 93, passed away on Sunday, September 20, 2020. Born on March 27, 1927 in Madison County, Georgia, she was the daughter of the late Allen Washington Martin and Willie Hoyt Chandler Martin. She grew up in Athens, Georgia and lived most of her life in Atlanta, Georgia where she and her husband raised their daughter Terri...