Our Staff

Kasey Charles McEntire, a lifelong Habersham County native and experienced Funeral Director & Embalmer, purchased the funeral home in August 2024 after having previously served families through the firm. Upon assuming ownership, the name was changed to McGahee-Griffin & McEntire Funeral Home, continuing a longstanding tradition of compassionate, family-centered funeral service while beginning a new chapter of local, family ownership.

For Kasey, funeral service has never simply been a profession—it has been a calling and a ministry. His career spans more than 27 years, beginning in December 1999 when, as a teenager in high school, he first entered funeral service. Following his honor graduation from Habersham Central High School, Class of 2001, Kasey answered the call to devote his life to serving families during some of their most difficult and tender moments.

He continued his education at Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Service in Decatur, Georgia, graduating with the Class of February 2003 and earning an Associate of Science Degree in Funeral Service. Throughout his career, Kasey has remained committed to providing families with compassionate, personal care while treating every loved one entrusted to him with the utmost respect.

Kasey is the oldest son of the Rev. Kenneth and Kay Landers McEntire of Clarkesville. He is blessed with the love and support of his beautiful wife of 21 years, Natasha House McEntire, and their three children, Payton, Paisley Kayte, and Keaton Charles. His family remains at the heart of everything he does and shares in his commitment to serving the community they are proud to call home.

Faith is also an important part of Kasey’s life and his approach to funeral ministry. He is a member of Line Baptist Church in Alto, where he serves as a deacon and church pianist.

In addition to his work in funeral service, Kasey serves the citizens of Habersham County as an elected official. He is a member of the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) and serves on the President’s Advisory Council for Tallulah Falls School.

As owner of McGahee-Griffin & McEntire Funeral Home, Kasey considers it both a privilege and a sacred responsibility to serve the families of Habersham County and the surrounding communities. Rooted in the community that raised him, he remains personally committed to ensuring that every family who walks through the doors is treated not as a number, but as a neighbor, a friend, and a family deserving of genuine compassion, kindness, and care.

Jonathan L. Corn has dedicated more than two decades to serving families through the funeral profession. He began his career in funeral service in 2002 and has been a valued member of the McGahee-Griffin & McEntire Funeral Home staff since January 2005.

A lifelong connection to family, faith, and community remains at the heart of Jonathan’s life. He and his wife, Megan Griffin Corn, reside in Lula, Georgia, with their two children, Elijah and Abigail. He is the son of Roger and Linda Corn and has one brother, Joshua Corn. Jonathan and his family attend Pine Grove Holiness Church in Alto.

In addition to his work in funeral service, Jonathan and Megan are local business owners who share their creativity and talents with the community. Together, they own and operate Jonathan Corn Pottery and Mae Bascomb Designs Florist in Lula.

With his many years of experience, Jonathan brings a spirit of compassion, dependability, and genuine care to the families he serves. His commitment to funeral service, along with his strong faith and deep appreciation for family and community, makes him an important part of the McGahee-Griffin & McEntire Funeral Home family.

McGahee Griffin and Stewart Funeral Home are pleased to welcome J. Michael Shirley as he re-joins the firm as a part-time Funeral Service Consultant.

Michael grew up in Habersham County Georgia, the son of the late James A. and Eloise Cochran Shirley. He attended public school in Habersham County and graduated from South Habersham High School. He is a graduate of Gupton-Jones College of Mortuary Science in Atlanta and was licensed as a Funeral Service Professional in 1974. He worked in the funeral service in Commerce and Athens prior to relocating to Cornelia to join McGahee-Griffin Funeral Home in 1978. He has worked in the funeral service profession in some capacity for nearly 50 years. In the early 1980s, upon the retirement of Thomas J. McGahee, he became a partner with Weymon O. Griffin until discerning a need to broaden his professional horizons and make a career change.

In 1995, he began his career in public education. He was employed by Banks County Schools as a teacher in middle and high school, Pioneer Regional Service Agency as a school improvement consultant in Northeast Georgia, and he retired from public school work as an administrator at the elementary level. He taught as an adjunct professor at the college level for ten years while a public educator, then became a full-time Professor with the School of Education at Piedmont College where he taught novice and veteran teachers from all around the state as they worked to complete undergraduate degrees as well as masters, educational specialist, and doctoral degrees. He retired from Piedmont in 2020 with ten years of service.

He is married to Donna Dill-Shirley, a Mount Airy native. Donna has recently retired from the Hall County Schools. His two daughters, Marisa S. Whittington (Stan) and Rachelle S. Woodruff (Ricky) are both teachers in the Habersham County. He and Donna have five grandchildren; Riya, Ryte, Maley, Zeke, and Rennon.

Michael is a graduate Truett-McConnell College and Piedmont College. He earned a M.Ed. at the University of Georgia and a Ph.D. at Georgia State University. More recently, he studied Theology at Columbia Theological Seminary in Decatur.

His education background, paired with the funeral service career work, now come together in a unique opportunity to serve the community. His years of experience in the funeral service field serve as a foundation for sharing knowledge with others and helping families in this area with the practical issues of making funeral arrangements, and carrying out those plans according to their wishes.

Josh Hazle is a lifelong resident of Habersham County who has devoted much of his life to serving the people of his community. Before entering funeral service full-time, Josh dedicated more than 26 years to fire services, serving with both Habersham County and the City of Cornelia. His many years as a first responder gave him valuable experience caring for others during some of life’s most difficult and unexpected moments.

Josh joined McGahee-Griffin & McEntire Funeral Home in a full-time capacity in 2024, where he serves as an Apprentice Funeral Director & Embalmer and Licensed Preneed Consultant. He is currently pursuing his dream of becoming a licensed funeral director and embalmer through his studies at North Georgia Technical College. Josh also continues his commitment to public service as a Deputy Coroner for Habersham County and part-time as a fireman with the City of Clarkesville Fire Department.

With a genuine heart for helping others, Josh considers it a privilege to assist families with compassion, respect, and personal attention during times of loss. As a Licensed Preneed Consultant, he also helps individuals and families make thoughtful funeral arrangements in advance, providing guidance and peace of mind for the future.

Josh and his wife, Shannon, make their home in the Habersham Mills Community. Together, they have five children. He attends Line Baptist Church in Alto, Georgia, and in his spare time enjoys spending time with his family and listening to Southern Gospel music.

Josh’s deep roots in Habersham County, combined with more than two decades of public service, reflect his continued commitment to caring for the friends, neighbors, and families of the community he has always called home.

Kinley Grace Chapman serves as our Office Manager here at McGahee-Griffin & McEntire Funeral Home. You will most likely hear her calm and reassuring voice answering our phones on a daily basis when you contact us during business hours. She is a sweet, compassionate, and driven young woman with a heart for helping others. She is the daughter of Greg & Tracy Davidson Chapman.

A 2024 graduate of Banks County High School, Kinley is currently pursuing her dream of becoming a Funeral Director/Embalmer, with plans to graduate in 2028. She has a genuine passion for serving our families during some of life's most difficult moments and hopes to bring comfort, kindness, and compassion to everyone she meets.

Kinley Grace is a proud member of Line Baptist Church, where her faith continues to be an importatn part of her life. She is also engaged to her best friend, Sean Carter Presley and the two are excited to begin their next chapter together when they say "I Do" in December of 2026.

When she isn't studying or preparing for her future career, Kinley Grace is most likely spending time with her two golden doodles, Maverick & Bentley, who are truly her whole world. They bring so much happiness and love into her life.

Kinley Grace is someone who cherishes her faith, family, future, and the little moments that make life special. With a loving heart and big dreams for the future, she is excited to see where life takes her next.

Michael is a graduate of Gilmer High School, Class of 2003; a graduate of Jefferson State Community College with a degree in Mortuary Science, Class of 2012. He is a licensed life agent, funeral director, and embalmer.  Michael specializes in helping families to make funeral arrangements in advance.  Michael and his wife Kirbi live in Ellijay and are members of River Hill Baptist Church.

Willie Mae Crocker is a lifelong resident of Habersham County and has been a valued member of the McGahee-Griffin & McEntire Funeral Home family for several years. With her warm personality and genuine heart for people, Willie Mae assists with visitations and funeral services and is often the familiar, caring voice families hear when the telephone rings at the funeral home.

Before joining the funeral home staff, Willie Mae dedicated more than 40 years of service to Habersham Hardware, where she built countless friendships throughout the community. Her many years of working with the public, along with her kindness and willingness to help others, have made her a familiar and trusted face to generations of Habersham County families.

Willie Mae and her husband, Swayne, make their home in Cornelia. They are blessed with one son, Jeff, and daughter-in-love, Lynn, as well as two granddaughters and one great-grandson, who bring great joy to their lives.

Willie Mae and Swayne are faithful members of Bethlehem Baptist Church in Clarkesville, Georgia. She considers it a privilege to continue serving the community she has called home throughout her life and to offer a kind word, a welcoming smile, and a helping hand to families during some of life’s most difficult moments.

Steve Elrod has been a valued member of the McGahee-Griffin & McEntire Funeral Home staff for several years. With a caring heart and a willingness to serve wherever needed, Steve assists with the daily tasks of the funeral home, including helping families during visitations, funeral services, and other aspects of funeral care.

A lifelong native of the Habersham Mills Community, Steve and his wife, Laura, make their home in Demorest, Georgia. They are the proud parents of two daughters, Maribeth and Mattie, and are blessed with three grandchildren, who bring great joy to their lives.

Steve and Laura are faithful members of Bethlehem Baptist Church in Clarkesville, where their faith and connection to the community remain an important part of their lives.

Steve’s familiarity with the people and communities of Habersham County, along with his dependable and compassionate nature, makes him an important part of the McGahee-Griffin & McEntire family. He considers it a privilege to serve local families during some of life’s most difficult moments and strives to offer each one kindness, respect, and a helping hand when they need it most.

Rev. Kenneth McEntire is a lifelong native of the Habersham Mills Community and the oldest son of the late Charles K. McEntire, Sr. and Barbara Jo Adams McEntire. With a heart for serving others, Kenneth’s connection to funeral service began as a teenage boy. Through the years, he has served families in a variety of part-time capacities, assisting with first calls, visitations, and funeral services. Having formerly worked with McGahee-Griffin Funeral Home many years ago, Kenneth is especially proud to once again be part of the McGahee-Griffin & McEntire Funeral Home family, serving alongside his son, Kasey, and the caring staff.

Kenneth’s professional and community service spans several decades. He previously served for more than 24 years as Marketing Services Director with Habersham Electric Membership Corporation. Since 2012, he has served as an agent with Woodmen of the World and currently serves on the Board of Directors of Habersham Electric Membership Corporation.

At the heart of Kenneth’s life is his faith and ministry. For the past 31 years, he has faithfully served as Pastor of Line Baptist Church in Alto, Georgia, where he continues to share the Gospel, minister to families, and serve the community he loves.

Kenneth and his wife, Kay Landers McEntire, are blessed with two sons and daughters-in-law, Kasey & Natasha McEntire and Kolby & Brittany McEntire, as well as five grandchildren: Blair, Payton, Kamryn, Paisley Kayte, and Keaton McEntire.

When he is not serving at the church, funeral home, or in the community, Kenneth enjoys landscaping around his farm and, most of all, spending precious time with his family. His life of faith, service, and devotion to others reflects a genuine desire to be a source of encouragement and help to families during life’s most meaningful moments.

Noah A. Stephens has been a valued member of the staff at McGahee-Griffin & McEntire Funeral Home since July 2025. With a caring heart and a willingness to serve wherever needed, Noah assists with the daily tasks of the funeral home, including helping families and staff during visitations, funeral services, and other aspects.

A native of Habersham County, Noah is the son of Jason and Tonya Stephens of Mount Airy, Georgia. He is a faithful member of Victory Baptist Church in Clarkesville, where his love for the Lord and desire to serve others continue to shape his life.

Noah has surrendered to God’s call into the ministry and has a sincere passion for preaching the Word of God and pointing others to Jesus Christ. Whether serving a family during a difficult time or standing behind the pulpit sharing the Gospel, Noah strives to approach every opportunity with compassion, humility, and a servant’s heart.

His dedication to his faith, his community, and the families entrusted to the care of McGahee-Griffin & McEntire Funeral Home reflects his desire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others through both service and ministry.

Eugene has been employed with MGS since 1999. He is married to Joyce Wade Franklin of 55 years. They have two children, Ronnie Franklin and Latise Marcus, two grandchildren, and one great-grandson. He previously worked for Carwood Manufacturing for 23 years and also at Lee Arrendale State Prison for 25 years. He is a member and deacon at Mud Creek Baptist Church and enjoys the outdoors, hunting and gardening.

Robbie is a native of Habersham County and a graduate of Habersham Central High School.  She has been involved in the funeral business for over 30 years.  She assists in doing the cosmetics and playing the piano for funerals.  She is the mother of two children, Zane Stewart and Alyson Stewart Wellborn.  Robbie enjoys cooking, gardening, fishing, hunting, and playing the piano.  She resides in Baldwin with her husband Stanley.  Together they have 11 grandchildren. They are active members of The Torch Worship Center.