Local Obituaries
Gene Ray Chitwood
Mar 12, 2026
Gene Ray Chitwood, age 88, of Lula, Georgia, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Born in Lula, Georgia on June 23, 1937, he was a son of the late Luther S. Chitwood and Onie Jean Crenshaw Chitwood. Gene proudly served his country in the United States Army and retired as a Chief Warrant Officer 4...
Susan Ann Boisclair
Mar 12, 2026
Susan Ann Boisclair, age 51, of Alto, Georgia, passed away Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Born in Demorest, Georgia on February 27, 1975, she was the daughter of David Edgar Boisclair and Janet Sue Collins Boisclair of Alto. Susan worked as a shift supervisor with Arby’s in Cornelia, where she was well known for her dedication and strong work ethic.
Susan was a...
George Thomas "Tom" Perry
Mar 11, 2026
George Thomas “Tom” Perry, age 68, of Cornelia, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Born in Gainesville, Georgia on December 12, 1957, Tom was the son of the late James Howard Perry and Rebecca Ann Brown Perry. He was a proud graduate of Habersham Central High School, Class of 1975. Following graduation, Tom served his country honorably in...
Roy Merrifield
Mar 9, 2026
Roy Leslie Merrifield of Alto, GA, passed away on March 9, 2026, at the age of 79.
Roy was excited to enroll in biblical studies in his twenties, first attending the theological seminary at Newbold College in England and then obtaining a Master of Divinity degree at Andrews University in Michigan. He then had a long and successful career as a...
Linda Griffin Palmer
Mar 7, 2026
Linda Griffin Palmer, age 82, of Clarkesville, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 7, 2026. Surrounded by the love of family and the legacy of a life well lived, Linda leaves behind many cherished memories for those who knew and loved her.
Born on February 27, 1944, she was the daughter of the late Albert “Mack” Griffin and Elise Rebecca...
Troy Randall "Randy" Masters
Mar 6, 2026
Troy Randall “Randy” Masters, age 68, of Alto, Georgia, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, March 6, 2026.
Born in Gainesville, Georgia on January 29, 1958, Randy was the son of the late Fred Marion Masters, Sr. and Ollie Odean McClure Masters. He was a proud graduate of Habersham Central High School, Class of 1976, and later earned...
Billy Joe Williams
Mar 6, 2026
Billy Joe Williams, 87, of Cornelia, Georgia went home to be with the Lord on Friday, March 6, 2026.
Born in Rabun County, Georgia on June 10, 1938, he was a son of the late Elmer Charles Williams and Mildred Nix Williams. Billy Joe was a hardworking man who dedicated much of his life to serving both his community and his...
Steven Dewayne Holland
Mar 1, 2026
Steven Dewayne Holland, age 64, of Baldwin, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Born on July 7, 1961, in Franklin, North Carolina he was the son of the late Doyle Holland and the late Marlene Cope Cantrell. Steve dedicated more than 40 years of faithful service to Solmax. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting,...
Harvey Lamar Dodd
Feb 27, 2026
Harvey Lamar Dodd, age 77, of Alto, Georgia, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, February 27, 2026.
Born on January 21, 1949, in Alto, he was the beloved son of the late Chester Dodd, Sr. and Margaret Davidson Dodd. Harvey served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He was known as a hardworking, dependable...
Dennis James Norton
Feb 27, 2026
Dennis James Norton, age 67, of Mount Airy, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 27, 2026.
Born in Demorest on October 2, 1958, Dennis was the son of the late Thomas Enoch Norton and Joyce Mote Norton. From an early age, he carried with him the values of hard work, loyalty, and devotion to family that would define his life.
Dennis was...
Phyllis Wilbanks Johnson
Feb 25, 2026
Phyllis Wilbanks Johnson, age 75, of Baldwin, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.
Born on April 1, 1950, at “The Charm House” in Clarkesville, she was the daughter of the late Telford and Ostine Smith Wilbanks. Phyllis was a proud graduate of South Habersham High School, Class of 1967. On June 15, 1968, she married...
Patsy Josephine Armour
Feb 23, 2026
Patsy Josephine Armour, age 70, of Alto, Georgia, took her heavenly flight home to be with the Lord on Monday, February 23, 2026.
Born on January 26, 1956, in Demorest, Georgia, Patsy was the beloved daughter of the late Leco and Polly Josephine Waters Armour. She was a woman of gentle spirit and generous heart, whose greatest joy in life was...
Phyllis Charlene Smith
Feb 20, 2026
Phyllis Charlene Smith, age 75, of Toccoa, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, February 20, 2026, following a courageous battle with cancer.
Born on September 11, 1950, in Gastonia, North Carolina, Phyllis was the daughter of the late Charlie Ellington Smith and Mildred Tench Smith. She lived a life marked by strength, determination, and quiet compassion for others.
In...
Christopher "Chris" Earl Nalley Sr.
Feb 19, 2026
Christopher “Chris” Earl Nalley Sr., age 53, of Lakemont, Georgia, passed away peacefully into his heavenly home on Thursday, February 19, 2026.
Chris was a devoted husband to his beloved wife, Michelle, and a proud and loving father to Brooke, C.J., Alexandrea (Alex), Quentin, and Chauncey (Chance). His greatest joy in life was his family. He treasured every moment spent with...
Maria Dolores Fernandez Paramo
Feb 19, 2026
Maria Dolores Fernandez Paramo, age 40, passed away peacefully at her home in Mount Airy, Georgia, on Thursday, February 19, 2026.
Born on March 29, 1985, in Mexico, Maria was the beloved daughter of Jose Luis Fernandez and Virginia Paramo. She carried the warmth, strength, and rich traditions of her homeland in her heart throughout her life. Maria deeply cherished her...
Robert Steven Kirby
Feb 18, 2026
It is with humble hearts that we come to you as the Kirby family and, regrettably, inform you that Steve Kirby passed away on February the 18th 2026. He died doing what he loved. Robert Steven Kirby, formerly known as “Steve,” was the son of the late Robert Lee Kirby and Florabelle Autry Kirby. He was the brother of the...
Len Carter
Feb 17, 2026
Len Carter, age 71, of Lula, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at his daughter’s home, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on August 3, 1954, in Sumter, South Carolina, Len was the son of the late Fred George Carter, Sr. and Maudie Mae Tench Carter. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend,...
Joseph Christopher "Joe" Yeager
Feb 15, 2026
Joseph Christopher "Joe" Yeager, age 62, of Clarkesville, Georgia, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, February 15, 2026, and is now with the Lord.
Born on January 13, 1964, in Huntington, West Virginia, Joe graduated from Barboursville High School and went on to earn his degree from Marshall University. Joe's lifelong passion for the outdoors and sports led him to a fulfilling...
Pamela Ann Allen Cochran
Feb 15, 2026
Pamela Ann Allen Cochran, age 57, of Cornelia, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 15, 2026, following a courageous battle with cancer.
Born on November 27, 1968, in Gainesville, Pam was the beloved daughter of Larry Cochran and the late Barbara Ann Gerrell Nix. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Danny Cochran.
Pam dedicated many...
Valerie Margaret Wragg
Feb 14, 2026
Valerie Margaret Wragg, age 82, of Alto, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, February 14, 2026.
Born on June 12, 1943, in Carlisle, Valerie was the beloved daughter of the late Ronald Batey and Peggy O'Donohue Batey. From her earliest days, she carried with her the warmth and charm of her English roots, a warmth...
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