Local Obituaries
Lucas Caleb Brezeale
Jul 25, 2026
Lucas Caleb Brezeale, age 3, of Cornelia, Georgia, ran into the loving arms of Jesus on Saturday, July 25, 2026.
Born in Seneca, South Carolina on July 31, 2022, Lucas was the cherished son of Caleb Darren Brezeale and Karrie Lynn Roberts of Cornelia, Georgia. Though his time on this earth was far too brief, Lucas filled every day with love,...
Sue McCollum Landers
Jul 25, 2026
Sue McCollum Landers, age 86, of Clarkesville, Georgia, took her Heavenly flight home to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, July 25, 2026.
Born in Cleveland, Georgia on September 4, 1939, she was the daughter of the late William Paul McCollum and Daisy Irene Miles McCollum. Sue was raised in the Blue Creek Community of White County and graduated...
Louise Crocker Whitlock Terrell
Jul 24, 2026
Louise Crocker Whitlock Terrell, age 74, of Alto, Georgia, peacefully entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior on Friday, July 24, 2026.
Born in Homer, Georgia on January 30, 1952, she was the beloved daughter of the late Coy Lee Crocker and Edith Dodd Crocker. Louise dedicated many years of her life to serving others through her self-employed housekeeping...
Calvin Claude Stamey
Jul 17, 2026
Calvin Claude Stamey, age 65 of Clarkesville, Georgia, peacefully completed his earthly journey and entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior on Friday, July 17, 2026.
Born in Demorest, Georgia, on March 24, 1961, Calvin was the son of the late Clyde Stamey and Ruby Holbrooks Stamey. He faithfully served the Habersham County School System for many years as...
Teresa Jordan Lingerfelt
Jul 16, 2026
Teresa Jordan Lingerfelt, age 72, of Carnesville, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 16, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on July 21, 1953, Teresa was the beloved daughter of the late Fred Jordan and Cornelia Campbell Jordan. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend whose greatest joy in life was the love she shared with...
Betty Rosetta Galloway Densmore
Jul 15, 2026
Betty Rosetta Galloway Densmore, age 91, passed away on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, and has gone home. She was born on April 29, 1935, to the late Barry and Ozella Ivester Galloway Vanhook. She grew up in Turnerville, GA. and was an honor graduate of Tallulah Falls School.
Betty was known by many names, but all went with the same big...
Stella Holcomb Gragg
Jul 12, 2026
Stella Holcomb Gragg, age 87, of Clarkesville, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 12, 2026.
Born on July 19, 1938, in Tiger, Georgia, Stella was the daughter of the late Sylvia "S.B." Holcomb and Ellie Tyler Holcomb. She was the beloved wife of the late Rev. Chester Thomas Gragg, faithfully serving alongside him throughout his ministry as a devoted pastor's wife....
Lewis Wayne Watkins
Jul 12, 2026
Lewis Wayne Watkins, age 79, of Clarkesville, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 12, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on October 26, 1946, Wayne was the son of the late Barnie Lewis Watkins and Willie Pearl Freeman Watkins. A proud patriot, he faithfully served his country for 21 years in the Army National Guard, demonstrating unwavering dedication,...
Anne Cathryn Redman
Jul 11, 2026
Anne Cathryn Redman, age 90, of Mount Airy, Georgia, completed her earthly ministry and peacefully entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at her residence.
Born in Dumbarton, Scotland, on January 1, 1936, she was the youngest daughter of the late James McWhinnie and Jane Morgan McWhinnie. In addition to her parents,...
Wanda Woody Trotter
Jul 10, 2026
Wanda Woody Trotter, age 78, of Clarkesville, Georgia, took her Heavenly flight home to be with the Lord on Friday, July 10, 2026.
Born in Gainesville, Georgia on January 15, 1948, she was a daughter of the late Fred Woody and Liller Helton Woody. A devoted homemaker and faithful member of Christian Baptist Church in Clermont, Wanda lived a life marked...
Carla Jean Nations Myers
Jul 4, 2026
Carla Jean Nations Myers, age 64, of Demorest, Georgia, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 4, 2026.
Born in Demorest, Georgia, on April 14, 1962, she was a daughter of the late Carlos Jefferson Nations and Bernice Imogene Allen Nations. Carla was a devoted homemaker who found joy in caring for those she loved. She was a...
Selva Jean Moore Dorsey
Jul 3, 2026
The family of Selva Jean Moore Dorsey, age 87, is deeply saddened to announce her passing on Friday, July 3, 2026.
Born in Habersham County, Georgia on November 19, 1938, Jean was the daughter of the late Alonzo Moore and Lucy Nix Moore. She lived a full and remarkable life, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and treasured memories that...
Tommy "Tom" Lewis Coleman
Jul 1, 2026
Tommy “Tom” Lewis Coleman, age 86, of Clarkesville, GA, passed away on July 1, 2026.
Mr. Coleman was born on November 15, 1939, in Memphis, Tennessee to the late J.C. and Sara Coleman. Tommy loved flying, traveling, and playing golf, but most of all spending time with his family. Mr. Coleman proudly served in the United States Air Force. Tom was...
Baby Nellie Renee Free
Jun 29, 2026
Baby Nellie Renee Free, the precious infant daughter of Dylan Shane Free and Alexis Yearwood Free, was gently welcomed into the arms of her Savior on Monday, June 29, 2026.
Though her time on this earth was brief, Nellie's life was deeply meaningful and touched the hearts of many. Before she ever entered this world, she was already surrounded by an...
Louise Lathan Allen
Jun 29, 2026
Mrs. Louise Lathan Allen, age 90, of Mount Airy, Georgia, took her heavenly flight home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, June 29, 2026.
Born in Mount Airy, Georgia on November 11, 1935, she was a daughter of the late Dawson Lathan and Dorothy Cash Lathan.
Louise faithfully dedicated many years of service to Scovill Manufacturing before her retirement....
Jerry Wayne Cook
Jun 28, 2026
Jerry Wayne Cook, age 69, of Alto, Georgia, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 28, 2026.
Born in Stephens County, Georgia, on February 10, 1957, Jerry was the son of the late Homer Eugene Cook and Mary Lois Bentley Cook.
Jerry was a hardworking man who was self-employed for many years and worked with Cook's Insulation Service. He...
Courtesy Announcement - Shannon Smith Findley
Jun 27, 2026
Shannon Smith Findley, age 56, of Clayton, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, June 27, 2026.
Shannon was born on July 10, 1969, in Simpsonville, South Carolina, to Michael R. Smith and Jan Clark Smith. Throughout her career, she worked at the Rabun County Public Library, Ridgecrest Hospital, and the Rabun County School System, where she served as a paraprofessional. Shannon had...
Richard H. Bieder
Jun 26, 2026
Richard H. Bieder, age 98, of Cornelia, Georgia, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, June 26, 2026.
Born in Cleveland, Ohio on December 24, 1927, Richard was the son of the late Walter Bieder and Martha Haselow Bieder. A proud member of the Greatest Generation, Richard answered the call to serve his country during World War...
Amy Amanda Justice Nation
Jun 26, 2026
Amy Amanda Justice Nation, age 45, of Demorest, Georgia, took her Heavenly flight home to be with the Lord on Friday, June 26, 2026.
Born in Demorest, Georgia on October 2, 1980, she was a beloved daughter of Elaine Smith Justice of Cornelia and the late Stephen Wendell Justice.
Affectionately known by her family as "Lulu" and "Big Bird," Amy was truly...
Mahala Wade Moody
Jun 19, 2026
Mahala Wade Moody, age 79, of Alto, Georgia, took her Heavenly flight home to be with the Lord on Friday, June 19, 2026.
Born at Downey Hospital in Gainesville, Georgia on February 20, 1947, she was a daughter of the late Vance Green Wade and Birdell Blalock Wade. Mahala was a gifted Master Cosmetologist who dedicated more than 50 years to...
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