May 8, 2019

Ralph F. Kincaid, 98, died Wednesday, May 8, 2019. He was a WWII veteran serving 32 of his 40 months overseas in the Pacific Theater where he was awarded the World War II Victory Medal and Good Conduct Medal. Ralph also received the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Ribbon with three bronze stars and the Philippine Liberation Ribbon with three bronze stars....

May 8, 2019

Knox G. Coile, 85, husband of the late Betty Lindsey Coile, died Wednesday, May 8, 2019 at his residence. Born in Comer, GA he was the son of the late William Goss Coile and Estelle Daisy Hall Coile and brother to the late Retha Maxwell and Frances Coile.  Knox served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict.  He...

May 5, 2019

Lucia David, 96, of Comer died Sunday, May 5, 2019. A native of Comer, she was born to the late Sanford Lee Kelley and Louretha Graham Kelley. Lucia is also preceded in death by her husbands, John Aster Moon and Kenneth O. David, daughter, Susan English, brother, Guy Monroe Kelley, and nephew Kevin Kelley. She is survived by a...

May 4, 2019

Guy Dennis Berryman, 67, of Athens, passed away on May 4, 2019.

He was preceded in death by his father, Guy Berryman.

He is survived by his mother, Inez Berryman; son, Derrick Berryman; and sister, Doris (Allen) Sachs.

A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, May 8, at 2:00 p.m. at Athens...

May 4, 2019

Raymundo Margarito Miguel Tatgenhorst, 25, of Danielsville, died Saturday, May 4, 2019.

Born in Athens on September 10, 1993, he was a son of Raymundo Alarcon and Brenda and Scott Vickers. He enjoyed building and customizing firearms. Ray also enjoyed art, specifically tattoos and he was always willing to help others. Most importantly, he loved spending time...

May 3, 2019

Aileen has joined her husband George, their family, and their friends, to whom she was known as Sister Margaret, as they raise a glass and sing the old songs she loved around a celestial piano.

Born and raised in a bustling Irish family, the Loftuses, with five brothers and a sister in Brooklyn, New York (which she...

May 3, 2019

Kim Erwin Hammond, 62, of Danielsville, passed away Friday, May 3, 2019.

Born in Athens, he was a son of the late Jack Hammond and Elizabeth James Hammond. Mr. Hammond enjoyed classic cars and he was an avid NASCAR fan.

Survivors include his sons, Dustin Hammond and Taylor Hammond and his wife, Kristin; one brother,...

May 3, 2019

Dr. Rosemarie C. Russo, age 76, passed away unexpectedly on Friday May 3, 2019 at her home in Bogart, Georgia.  Born in Eveleth, Minnesota on December 7, 1942, she was the beloved daughter of the late John and Mary (Bozich) Russo.  She spent her early life in Keewatin, Minnesota where she graduated Valedictorian of her senior class and is...

May 3, 2019

Edna K. Meeler, 82, wife of Leon Jerry Meeler, died Friday, May 3, 2019. Born in Watkinsville, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Irene Ashe Osborne.  Edna retired from Fitzmar and was a member of Trinity Baptist Church.  Survivors in addition to her husband include four children: Randy and Glenda Meeler, Jeff and Carolyn...

May 3, 2019

Catherine "Kitty" Virginia Lane, age 91, died peacefully on Friday, May 3, 2019 in hospice at Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center. She spent her last day surrounded by family, music, and recordings of her singing. Kitty had a beautiful voice and sang many solo parts in church choirs. As a teenager she sang, “Don’t Fence Me In” live on...

May 3, 2019

Dobbins, Ella Mae, 88, passed with peace and grace on May 3, 2019. Ella Mae was born on May 20, 1930 to Fred and Sarah Elizabeth (Sallie Bet) Brandon in Yadkinville N.C.  She attended Courtney High School and East Carolina Teachers College.

Ella Mae married Charles N. Dobbins Jr.  in 1951. She earned her B.S degree in...

May 2, 2019

William Lazar Norris, 72, husband of 31 years to Zeba D. Najak, died May 2, 2019. Born in Charlotte, North Carolina, he was the son of the late  Dr Charles Norris and Ernestine Stout Norris and was also preceded in death by one brother.  Mr. Norris was the owner of Truck Transport Equipment in Atlanta.  He was a boating...

May 1, 2019

Dr. James A. Robertson, 87, of Athens, GA, died May 1, 2019.  He was preceded in death by his wife Shirley D. Robertson of 61 years.

He is survived by his daughter, Janet Nix, (Doug), granddaughter Leah Nix, of Athens, and son, Reverend Paul Robertson (Jennifer), of Grovetown, GA; and grandsons, Sam, Luke, and Caleb Robertson.

Apr 30, 2019

Ruth Sentell Wilson “Ruthie” walked into the peace, mercy and relief of her heavenly home to be with her Lord April 30, 2019 after fighting an extended battle with breast cancer. It is hard to describe Ruthie without first emphasizing her faith. Those she leaves behind will remember her as a Christlike woman, daughter, mother, grandmother (proudly known as...

Apr 29, 2019

Gerald R. Cummings, 70, of Bogart, died April 29, 2019.

Born in Malta, MT, he was the son of the late Donald Glenn and Isabelle Snow Cummings.

Mr. Cummings graduated in the first class ever to earn a BS degree in Radiography in the United States (UNLV).  He received his MBA from Florida State University....

Apr 28, 2019

Originally from Boone, Iowa, Warren was one of 10 children born to George and Thelma (Morgan) Morris on March 20, 1932. He is survived by devoted wife and friend of over 30 years, Debra (Granner), and brothers-in-law, Charles (Sherry), John Courtney (Alice) and Jeffrey and his two children, Cory and Kasie; and Warren’s children, Benjy, Joel (Lisa) and Diana...

Apr 28, 2019

Carol H. Blake, 54, of Carlton, died unexpectedly Sunday, April 28, 2019 at Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center.

Born in Augusta, she was a daughter of Frank Hadwin Sr. and the late Helen Lewis Hadwin. Carol was employed for many years at Oconee Trim Shop in Athens and loved her job. She had a passion for life...

Apr 27, 2019

Charles Reginal Gaines, 92, beloved father, grandfather and great-grandfather, died Saturday, April 27, 2019.

Born in Marietta, he was the son of the late Charles Edward Gaines and Anna Chochran Gaines. Mr. Gaines was a Veteran of the United States Navy having served from 1943-1963. Following his service in the Navy, he worked at the Naval Supply...

Apr 26, 2019

Binus Holland Baughcum, 88, beloved husband, father and grandfather, died Friday, April 26, 2019.

Born in Athens, he was the son of the late Joe C. Baughcum and Levi Irene Garrison Baughcum. Mr. Baughcum was a resident of Ila for over 45 years. He enjoyed gardening and was a talented musician and guitarist. Mr. Baughcum was a...

Apr 25, 2019

Etta Fite, 98, died April 25, 2019.

A native of Moultrie, GA, she was a daughter of the late Cynthia Monk and William Edwin McLendon. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Berry W. Fite and son, B. Wilson Fite.

After many years in Moultrie, GA, Mrs. Fite resided in Marietta from 1973...