OBITUARIES

Jul 27, 2023

John Bortle Thomason is a treasured gift from God. Defying the odds, he was born in the early morning of July 27 2023. For three precious hours John fought the good fight and soon finished his short race. After baptism and anointing, John opened his eyes a final time, gazing first at his loving mother, and then at his...

Jul 27, 2023

George Benedick Peneguy, Jr. of Commerce, GA, passed away on July 27, 2023, at the age of 87.

Born in New Orleans, Louisiana on February 29, 1936 to George B. Peneguy, Sr. and Carmelite Durapau Peneguy, George was a gifted and faithful man. He had a passion for writing poetry and was known for his remarkable intellect....

Jul 26, 2023

James Daniel Blalock, 63, of Good Hope, GA, passed away at home on Wednesday, July 26. Visitation will be Friday July 28, 2023 at Lord and Stephens, WEST from 9:30-10:00 A.M. for family, and from 10:00-10:45 A.M, for the public. A graveside funeral service will follow at Thomas Cemetery at 11:00 A.M.

Danny, or Dano as his...

Jul 25, 2023

Dr. James (Jim) V. Shanni, MD, 58, of Watkinsville, GA, passed away on July 25.

Jim was born on April 26, 1965, in Jersey City, NJ, and graduated from Crestwood High School in Roswell, GA. He went on to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Georgia State University and then received his Doctor of...

Jul 25, 2023

Richard  “Pop” Thomas England, 92, died July 25, 2023.

A native of Madison County, Richard was a son of the late Fred T. and Annie Inez Spence England. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Joyce England and brothers, Don England, Robert England and Mike England.

Richard was an electrician for more than...

Jul 24, 2023

Gregory Jack Evans, 61, of Lexington, GA, died July 24, 2023. Born in Hartwell, Georgia he was the son of the late Jack Emmett Evans and Winona Evans.

Greg owned his own business, Gregory J. Evans, Land Surveying. He also worked as the surveyor for the University of Georgia. He was a member for Lexington Baptist Church....

Jul 24, 2023

Edgar Oran Randall, 68, stepped into the arms of his Lord and Savior on Monday, July 24, 2023.  Oran was born in Franklin County on February 14, 1955 to King Oran Randall, Jr and Mary Lillian Faulkner Randall.

Oran graduated from Oconee County High School, Class of 1973.  He began his career with Atlanta Dairies and later...

Jul 23, 2023

Patsy “Joan” Nunnally, 84, of Athens, GA died July 23, 2023.  Joan was the daughter of the late Florrie Brown & Duard S. Nunnally Sr.  A native Athenian, Joan was a loyal and dedicated bookkeeper and administrative assistant having worked for G. Fain Slaughter Sr., William N. “Billy” Slaughter, and G. Fain Slaughter Jr. and their various businesses for...

Jul 23, 2023

Darren Bryant was born in Florence, South Carolina born under the union of Benjamin and

Shirley Mosley Bryant on January 1, 1971. He was known for being a comedian, a courageous Man of God, and of sound strength.  Wherever he was he made an impact on people. Encouragement in times of sorrow, a leader in times of...

Jul 23, 2023

Timothy Joe “Tim” Parham, 58, of Comer, passed away suddenly on Sunday, July 23, 2023 at his home.

He was preceded in death by his father, Joe Parham; his son, Justin Parham; grandson, Brent Weaver; and brother Doug Parham.

Tim is survived by his daughter, Tracy Sewell; his mother, Dorothy Parham; and brothers Mark Parham...

Jul 23, 2023

Audrey June Kretzschmar (1926-2023)

Audrey June Kretzschmar died July 23, 2023, after a short illness. She was born to John and Ada Krauss on May 30, 1926, in Owosso, Michigan. She was predeceased by her parents, her brother Jack, and her husband William A. Kretzschmar.  She is survived by her sons William Jr. (Claudia) and...

Jul 23, 2023

Billie Vaughn, age 89, passed away at her home on July 23, 2023. She was born Billie Sue Clark in Apple Valley, GA on January 18, 1934 to Theodore and Mary Lee Clark. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Vaughn was preceded in death by her husband of forty-two years, Rev. Albert Vaughn and her beloved sister, Evelyn Fouche....

Jul 22, 2023

Lamar Daniel Bowen, 50, of Athens, passed away on July 22, 2023. Born on April 26, 1973, he was the son of Jack Bowen and the late Elise Williams Bowen.

Lamar was one of a kind and was always the life of the party. He was radiant and lit up every room he walked into. He loved...

Jul 20, 2023

Melanie Jenkins Powers, 64, from Hull, Georgia passed away peacefully in the early morning on Thursday, July 20th, 2023.

She was a beloved educator in Clarke County for many years and shared her love of music with thousands of students.

She is survived by her three children, Kenny, Justin, and Sarah Powers and her siblings...

Jul 20, 2023

Deneen Ayshea Giles, 58, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, July 20, 2023, after unexpected complications from surgery. Funeral Services will be held on Sunday, July 23, 2023, at Cedar Grove Baptist Church. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m., and the Funeral will begin at 3:00 p.m. with Reverend Reggie Vaughn...

Jul 19, 2023

Charles L. Webb, 89, took his last flight on July 19, 2023.

Col. Webb is survived by his wife, Gloria, his sister, Jane Webb, sister-in-law Mary Ann Webb, his children: Tammy Webb and Julia Vereen (Doug); Steve Lover (Phoebe) and Sheila Grajek; Luana’s brother Jim Clayton, and his many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

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Jul 19, 2023

Lynda Kitchens Garvin, 64, died July 19, 2023.

Born in Atlanta, GA, Lyn was a longtime resident of Athens and was a daughter of the late Donnie Mae Beard and James Iverson Kitchens. She retired from the University of Georgia Department of Human Resources-Physical Plant Division, and was a devoted supporter of UGA Football and Baseball. Go...

Jul 19, 2023

Jere Van Mathews, 85, of Lexington, ended his Happy Hour on July 19, 2023, at seven o’ clock p.m.

A lifelong resident of Oglethorpe County, Jere was the life of the party who never met a stranger. He retired from the Georgia Department of Transportation where he worked as an engineer, and he was a member of...

Jul 19, 2023

Nancy Lord Eades, 91, of Watkinsville, died peacefully at home on July 19, 2023.

Born in Oconee County, GA she was a daughter of the late Margaret Dickens Murray and J.W. Murray and Romey D. Oldham.  She and her late husband, William T. (Bill) Lord made their home in Martinez, GA from 1953 until his death in...

Jul 18, 2023

Alice Ann (Rollins) Castengera died July 18, 2023, at Landmark Hospital of Athens. Her husband Michael remained by her side throughout her time in hospital and was with her at the end.

Alice was born in 1951 to William Joseph (Buddy) Rollins, and Vivian Holsonback Rollins of Greenwood, South Carolina. She lived in Greenwood up until after...