Local Obituaries
Wanice Gale Ward Dalton
Jul 27, 2025
Wanice Gale Ward Dalton, age 91, of Demorest, passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2025.
Born on May 20, 1934, in Baldwin, she was a daughter of the late Noel Carlton and Bessie Amanda Poole Ward. Mrs. Dalton was retired from Chicopee/Ethicon and was a member of Cornelia Christian Church. She will be remembered for her fondness for traveling and especially...
Gary King Thomas
Jul 23, 2025
Gary King Thomas of Cornelia, Georgia passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2025 following a short illness.
Born in Waynesboro, Virginia, on June 29, 1957, Gary lived there before moving to Florida and Puerto Rico, and then primarily grew up in Truro, Nova Scotia. He moved to Cornelia, Georgia in 1982.
Gary was active in gymnastics, competing and coaching, both in Canada...
Jesse "Harlon" King
Jul 16, 2025
Jesse "Harlon" King, age 75, of Macon, formerly of Alto, passed away on Wednesday, July 16, 2025.
Born on October 22, 1949, in Habersham County, he was a son of the late James Amos and Henrietta Wiley King. Harlon worked with Maxwell Grave Service for a number of years. He enjoyed farm life and was especially fond of animals and diet...
Walter David Myers
Jul 15, 2025
Walter David Myers, age 67, of Cornelia, passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2025.
Born on January 17, 1958, in Gainesville, he was the son of the late Thomas Jackson Myers and Rebecca Sue Atkins Myers. Walter was a U.S. Army veteran, who went on to be an electrician with Lewis Electric and traveled in 35 states during his career. He...
Dorothy Jean Graham Cutshall
Jul 12, 2025
Dorothy Jean Graham Cutshall, age 85, went home to be with The Lord on Saturday, July 12, 2025. She was born May 2, 1940 in Knoxville, TN to the late James and Mattie Houk Graham. Mrs. Cutshall was a homemaker who enjoyed reading her Bible and loved her family and friends. She was a true prayer warrior and a member...
Casey Paul Wilson
Jul 12, 2025
Casey Paul Wilson, age 47, of Alto, took his final ride on Saturday July 12, 2025, leaving behind a legacy as colorful and unforgettable as the Mountain Dew he practically lived on.
Born on November 02, 1977, Casey was a true original — a wild man, a jokester, and the undeniable life of every party he ever stepped into. He wasn’t...
Betty Terry Tench
Jul 8, 2025
Betty Terry Tench, age 87, of Cornelia, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 8, 2025.
Born on July 21, 1937, in Demorest, she was the daughter of the late William Hollis and Pearlean Cragg Terry. Betty was employed with Standard Telephone Company from 1978 until 1997. She then became a self-employed caretaker, which reflected her natural inclination...
Brian Dennis
Jul 7, 2025
Brian Dennis, “The GOAT,” age 52, of Demorest, Georgia, passed away on Monday, July 7, 2025.
Born on June 22, 1973, in Durham, North Carolina, Brian was the son of the late Cleo and Debbie “Lucy” Dennis.
A proud graduate of Southern High School in Durham, Brian began his career with Coca-Cola before discovering his true passion in the bowling industry. He...
Michael Preston Ferguson
Jul 7, 2025
Michael Preston Ferguson, age 56, of Habersham County, passed away on Monday, July 7, 2025.
Born in Gainesville, Georgia, on March 4, 1969, Michael was a man of warmth, wit, and profound compassion who touched the lives of many. A lifelong Bulldog and proud UGA alumnus, Michael cheered on his team with the same spirited optimism he brought to all aspects...
Marilyn McAllister Wildes
Jul 5, 2025
Marilyn McAllister Wildes, age 81, of Hoschton passed away Saturday, July 5, 2025, at her home under the loving care of her family.
Born in Clarkesville, Georgia, she grew up in Habersham Mills, the daughter of Paul and Pearl McAllister, with her large loving family of nine brothers and sisters. Marilyn was a 1961 graduate of North Habersham High School. Her...
Rocky Lee Tullis
Jul 4, 2025
Rocky Lee Tullis, age 54 of Mount Airy, Georgia, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, July 4, 2025, in Gainesville, Georgia.
Born on May 28, 1971, in Toccoa, Georgia, Rocky was the son of Jerry & Teresa Tullis of Mount Airy & the late Nancy Wade Browning.
A dedicated professional, Rocky worked for Kelkad Project Management, where he was...
Pamela Lee Finney
Jul 2, 2025
Pamela Lee Finney, age 64, of Demorest, took her Heavenly flight home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 2, 2025.
Born on November 11, 1960, in Asheville, North Carolina, she was the daughter of the late O'Neil Drannan Cole and Cecilia Gaye Whit Cole. Pamela retired from Banks Jackson Commerce Hospital with 15 years of service. She loved her...
Samuel Negron, Jr.
Jun 30, 2025
Samuel Negron, Jr., age 36, of Clarkesville, passed away on Monday, June 30, 2025.
Born on April 16, 1989, in Paoli, Pennsylvania, he was a son of Pastor Samuel Negron, Sr. and Doris Cruz Negron. Samuel brought joy to all who knew him. As a dedicated member of the community and the Prince of Peace Church in Baldwin, he made an...
Becky Kay Floyd Stone
Jun 29, 2025
Becky Kay Floyd Stone, age 70 of Clarkesville, Georgia & formerly of the Redwine Community of Hart County, Georgia passed away on Sunday, June 29, 2025 at home.
Born in Royston, Georgia on January 04, 1955, she was a daughter of the late George McWhorter & Ruby Jean Johnson Floyd. Becky was a homemaker who enjoyed cross-stitching and special time with...
Ralph Randall "Randy" Kimbrell
Jun 24, 2025
Ralph Randall “Randy” Kimbrell, age 70, of Mt. Airy, passed away on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, following a brief illness.
Randy was born on March 29, 1955, in Gainesville, to the late Joyce Kimbrell. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his grandparents, George and Lizzie Kimbrell, and his companion for over 16 years, Rupert the dog.
Survivors...
Bert Samuel "Sam" Cooper
Jun 22, 2025
Bert Samuel "Sam" Cooper, age 85, of Mount Airy, passed away on Sunday, June 22, 2025.
Born on October 17, 1939, in Madison, South Carolina, he was a son of the late Charlie and Lillie Mae Wilson Cooper. Sam was retired from Chrysler Corporation, with 30 years of service. He was a member of Chopped Oak Baptist Church, who enjoyed restoring...
Etta Merle Shirley Aycock
Jun 18, 2025
Etta Merle Shirley Aycock age 98, of Clarkesville, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, June 18, 2025.
Born on November 5, 1926, in Stephens County GA, she was the daughter of the late Aaron David and Rosa Pearl Moore Shirley.
Merle was born at home, weighing only 4 lbs. she began life as a fighter. She survived Scarlet Fever, the Great Depression, WWII,...
Timothy Lee "Tim" Carabin
Jun 17, 2025
Timothy Lee "Tim" Carabin, age 50, of Toccoa, passed away on Tuesday, June 17, 2025.
Born on December 27, 1974, in Deland, Florida, he was the son of the late Francis Lee and Barbara June Leach Carabin. Tim was employed by CD Properties and was a member of Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church. He was an avid outdoorsman, who enjoyed golfing, hunting,...
Rhonda Cris Moody
Jun 16, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Rhonda Cris Moody, who departed this world on Monday, June 16, 2025, at the age of 58. Born on December 3, 1966, Cris lived a life full of love, compassion, and unwavering faith. Her legacy is carried on by her beloved family and friends, who will forever cherish the...
Stacey Lee Rowland
Jun 16, 2025
Stacey Lee Rowland, age 52, of Baldwin, passed away on Monday, June 16, 2025.
Born on July 13, 1972, in Royston, he was a son of the late Robert Lee and Barbara Ann Sorrow Rowland. Stacey was employed with SK Battery and was a member of Calvary Temple Church. He will be remembered for his love of his family, especially his...
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