Aug 8, 2019

Linda Sue Griffiths, 69, of Watkinsville, passed away on Thursday, August 8, 2019. Born in Florida to the late Clarence Miller and Frances Marie Pelt, Linda later moved to Madison, Georgia, and then lived in the Athens area for 28 years. Linda was a faithful servant of the Lord, her beloved church, Grace Fellowship, and her family.

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Aug 8, 2019

Carolyn Carithers Morrow, 71, wife of 55 years to Billy Morrow, died Thursday, August 8, 2019. Born in Greenville, SC, Mrs. Morrow was the daughter of the late James Alfred Carithers and Donnie Mae Carithers. In addition to her husband, survivors include two children: Lachele Morrow Jackson and Chad Morrow, both of Danielsville, sister: Betty Pritchett of Greenville, SC;...

Aug 8, 2019

Harold D. Hubert, 78, of Athens, died on Thursday, August 8, 2019.

The son of the late Harold Douglas Hubert and Sally Harris Hubert, he was born in Athens on October 14, 1940. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Kay Yarnell Hubert.

Harold graduated from Athens High School...

Aug 8, 2019

Zeba Dhalla Najak (1947-2019)

On August 8th, 2019, Dr. Zeba Najak passed away in the comfort of her own her home in Athens, Georgia, after a brief illness, with family at her side. Dr. Najak was born in Mombasa, Kenya, emigrating to Uganda with her family in 1963. She graduated from Makerere University Medical School in Kampala,...

Aug 7, 2019

Betty Jean Guenther, 86, wife of Hans J. Guenther, died Wednesday, August 7, 2019. Born in Dogsboro, GA, she was the daughter of the late Thomas Grady Carter and Nancy Brown Carter. She was also preceded in death by her son: Leslie T. Neal and brothers: Leon Carter, James R. Carter and John R. Carter. Mrs. Guenther retired from...

Aug 6, 2019

Mr. Jerry Emmett Fox, age 81 passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 6, 2019 at Atrium Health in Charlotte.

Funeral services for Jerry will be held in Concord, NC on Friday, August 9. He will be laid to rest in Winterville City Cemetery in Winterville, GA on Saturday, August 10 at 12:00 pm.

Surviving is...

Aug 5, 2019

An obituary is not available at this time for William "W.C" Calvin Loggins. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Aug 4, 2019

Josephine M. Gaddis, 69 of Colbert, passed away August 4, 2019. She was the daughter of the late, Robert Lee and Mary Maybelle Mcleroy; also preceded in death by her husband, Howard O. Gaddis, Jr.

She was a member of Macedonia Holiness Church.

Funeral services are Friday August 9, 2019 11:00am at Macedonia Holiness Church...

Aug 4, 2019

An obituary is not available at this time for Chrystal R. (Conard) Byrd. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Aug 2, 2019

James Lloyd Pittman, 83, died Friday, August 2, 2019 at his daughter’s home in Bishop, Georgia.

From his birth on October 17,1935, to his death, James lived life to the fullest through simple pleasures; chatting with friends and family, and spending time outdoors. James had an uncanny ability to reach people in a positive way through his...

Aug 2, 2019

Nelda S. Taylor of Athens, Ga.  went to her heavenly home on August 2, 2019.

Born November 21, 1925, she was the daughter of the late Thomas Walter Sears and the late Eva Vickery Sears Hooper. She was the widow of Dr. Jack  H. Taylor. Mrs. Taylor was preceded in death by sister, Mary S. Payne and...

Aug 1, 2019

David Stanley McClure Atlanta, GA, August 30, 1948 - Nicholson, GA, August 1, 2019

David leaves his family and friends grieving with aching hearts after departing too soon. We remember him, first hand or through legend, in the many stages of his life: from the adorable tow-headed tot to the popular student athlete and musician; from his...

Aug 1, 2019

Charles Robert Powell, 63, of Hartwell, died, Thursday, August 1, 2019. Charles was born in Athens to Herschel Powell and the late Peggy Powell. In addition to his father he is survive by his children, Krystal Anderson, Bryson Powell (Ciara), Chris Powell, granddaughters, Skylah and Maycie Powell, and sisters, Beverly and Brenda. Charles was retired from CertainTeed. The family...

Aug 1, 2019

Clarence Joseph Thibodeaux of Athens, GA passed away Thursday, August 1, 2019. He was preceded in death by his wife, Stacey Thibodeaux; mother and father, Ida May and Theodore Thibodeaux; and sister, Sue Dilworth. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Toni and Paul Boatwright; son and daughter-in-law, Troy and Kathy Thibodeaux; brother and sister-in-law, Rudy and Pam...

Jul 31, 2019

Linda Jane Watson, age 69, went to the Lord peacefully in her home on July 31, 2019 in Colbert, GA. After a brave battle with colon cancer, her final days were spent surrounded by family and friends.

Linda was a devoted wife, mother and friend. She adored her grandbabies, and all three of them sure loved their...

Jul 30, 2019

Frank D. Bozek, beloved husband, father, son and friend, died Tuesday, July 30, 2019 at the age of 51.

Frank was the son of the late Robert Bozek and Luciana Morgan. He was an avid outdoorsman with a passion for hunting and fishing. Frank also enjoyed golfing and time spent on his Harley.

Survivors include...

Jul 29, 2019

Eunice Mills Christian, 91, wife of the late R.D. Christian, died Monday, July 29, 2019 in Huntsville, AL.  Born in Pageland, South Carolina, she was the daughter of the late John English Mills and Ida Outen Mills.  Mrs. Christian worked at Southern Bell as an Operator for several years. She was a long-time member of East Athens Baptist Church ...

Jul 28, 2019

Joseph Edward “Joe” Burkett, 66, husband of Cathy Dunn Burkett, died July 28, 2019.

Born in Augusta, GA, he was the son of Clara Hobbs of Evans and the late Homer Alvin Burkett.  Mr. Burkett moved to the Athens area in 1968 from his hometown of Augusta.  He had worked for Snow Tire and retired from Action...

Jul 28, 2019

Joseph Kyle Ward, 62, of Danielsville, passed away Sunday, July 28, 2019.

Born in Atlanta, he was the son of Calvin Reese Ward Jr. and his wife, June and the late Kyla Paris Ward. Mr. Ward was an avid outdoorsman and had a passion for bow-hunting. He was a graduate of Young Harris College and also attended...

Jul 28, 2019

Donald Harry Stegeman, 86, of Athens, GA passed July 28th 2019. The son of the late Albert and Clara Stegeman.  Born and raised in Cincinnati, OH, Don graduated from Roger Bacon HS, attended Xavier University before joining the Army to serve in the Korean War. Upon returning, he married Carol Lee Schwope of Covington, KY. He then graduated from...