Local Obituaries
Joseph G. "Joby" McGahee, Jr.
Dec 25, 2025
It is with profound sadness and grief that the family of Joseph G. “Joby” McGahee, Jr. announces his sudden passing on Christmas Day, surrounded by family and loved ones.
Joby was born on August 4, 1948, at Walker Clinic—formerly known as the Charm House—to Joseph G. McGahee, Sr. and Mardelle Shirley McGahee. He was a Boy Scout with Troop 24 in...
Ronnie Dewey Cantrell
Dec 25, 2025
Ronnie Dewey Cantrell, age 81, of Alto, Georgia, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 25, 2025, following an extended illness.
Born on October 24, 1944, in Alto, Georgia, Ronnie was the son of the late J.C. Cantrell and Georgia Lou Stephens Cantrell. A lifelong resident of the community he loved, Ronnie was well known as the owner...
Kathryn Kimbrell Rider
Dec 20, 2025
Kathryn Kimbrell Rider, age 93, of Cornelia, Georgia, went home peacefully to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 20, 2025.
Born on February 11, 1932, in Mount Airy, Georgia, Kathryn was the second of ten children born to the late Tom and Bonnie Pitts Kimbrell. From an early age, she learned the values of faith, hard work, and devotion to...
Willene Roberts Edwards Beck
Dec 19, 2025
Willene Roberts Edwards Beck, 88, of Demorest, passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025.
Born in White County on May 29, 1937 to Joe and Lecy (Eller) Roberts, Willene grew up in the Lynch Mountain area of the Sautee Valley. After marrying Corbett Edwards, she moved to Habersham County. After Edwards’ passing, she moved to Dawsonville and later married Tom Beck.
Willene...
Mary Louise Cunningham Brady
Dec 18, 2025
Mary Louise Cunningham Brady, age 81, of Clarkesville, Georgia, took her heavenly flight home to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 18, 2025. A woman of steadfast faith, quiet strength, and generous love, Louise’s life was a beautiful testimony of service to God, family, and community.
Born in Banks County, Georgia on July 14, 1944, she was the beloved daughter...
Leonid "Leon" Tur
Dec 16, 2025
Leonid "Leon" Tur, age 77, of Cornelia, passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2025.
Born on April 9, 1948, in Munich, Germany, he was a son of the late Michael and Anna Aksiutschenko Tur. Leon was retired from Georgia Chair Company. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, Georgia Bulldogs football, and NASCAR racing. However, his love was for his...
Anthony Eugene "Tony" Crane
Dec 15, 2025
Anthony Eugene “Tony” Crane, age 67, of Clarkesville, Georgia, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, December 15, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on November 3, 1958, in Mecklenburg, North Carolina, Tony was the beloved son of the late Marvin Ellis “Tookie” Crane and Doris Burgess Crane. He was a proud graduate of Habersham Central...
Ricky Ray Taylor
Dec 13, 2025
Ricky Ray Taylor, age 65 of Demorest, Georgia went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 13, 2025.
Born on August 3, 1960, in Demorest, he was a son of the late Kenneth Ray and Margie Marie York Taylor. Ricky was employed as a foreman with McAllister Utilities. Being outdoors was in his nature, and he enjoyed hunting, fishing,...
Charlene Kippen Hunt Erwin
Dec 13, 2025
Charlene Kippen Hunt Erwin, age 68, of Mount Airy, Georgia, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on December 13, 2025.
Born on January 31, 1957, Charlene lived a life overflowing with joy, faith, and unconditional love.
The joy of the Lord radiated from Charlene at all times. She had a rare and beautiful gift—the ability to find happiness in...
(Courtesy Announcement) Muarl Ferguson Davis
Dec 11, 2025
Mrs. Muarl Ferguson Davis, age 81, of Jefferson, GA died Thursday, December 11, 2025. Mrs. Davis was born in Cornelia to the late Lee and Rinda Tomlin Ferguson. She was retired from Jefferson City Schools. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Davis was preceded in death by her husband, Lewis Davis; sons, Henry and Derrick Davis; sister, Elizabeth Burch; brothers,...
James Gilbert Bellotte, Jr.
Dec 10, 2025
James "Shorty" Gilbert Bellotte, Jr., age 71, of Lula, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 10, 2025. He was born on December 26, 1953, in Atlanta.
With a profound sense of honor and dedication, he served his country in the Navy, embodying the spirit of resilience and commitment that marked his life.
He was preceded in death by his loving and devoted...
Jackson Lee Strickland
Dec 10, 2025
Jackson Lee Strickland, 30, of Batesville, Georgia, passed away tragically on December 10, 2025.
Born on April 29, 1995, Jackson arrived in the world with a name chosen proudly and purposefully—and he spent his life living up to the strength and character it implied.
Jackson grew up with deep roots and a strong sense of family. He attended Lakeview Academy, where his...
Claudia Marie Byars Bell
Dec 10, 2025
Claudia Marie Byars Bell, age 73, of Cornelia, Georgia, took her heavenly flight home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 10, 2025.
Born in Clinton, South Carolina on March 21, 1952, Claudia was the beloved daughter of the late James R. Byars, Sr. and the late Margaret Eugenia Barker Stankewich. She was also lovingly shaped by her aunt and uncle,...
James Cecil McFalls
Dec 9, 2025
James Cecil McFalls, age 66, of Royston, Georgia, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 9, 2025.
Born on May 13, 1959, in Clayton, Georgia, James was the beloved son of the late Ralph Randolph McFalls, Sr., and the late Kate Imogene Ramey Beck. James lived a life marked by hard work, kindness, and a love for the...
Cynthia Jane Good
Dec 7, 2025
Cynthia Jane Good, age 78, of Cornelia, Georgia, passed away on December 7, 2025.
Born in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Cynthia devoted much of her life to her family as a homemaker. She was a faithful member of Clarksville Church of God and lived her life guided by her deep Christian faith. She now joins her beloved husband, James Oliver Good, in eternal...
James Carl Gilbert, Sr.
Dec 6, 2025
James Carl Gilbert, Sr., age 76, of Clarkesville, Georgia, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 6, 2025.
Born in Heidelberg, Mississippi, on October 9, 1949, James was the beloved son of the late Rev. Wyatt Malcolm Gilbert, Sr. and Susie Irene Hightower Gilbert. From his earliest days, James embodied the warmth, kindness, and joyful spirit that would...
Betty Virginia Ramey Brown
Dec 3, 2025
Betty Virginia Ramey Brown, age 70, of Cornelia, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Born in Pensacola, Florida, on June 8, 1955, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Ruth Thompson Ramey. Betty worked for many years in various roles, including in the bakery department at Ingles in Clarkesville. She loved spending her spare time caring for...
Heather Michele Wilbanks Free
Dec 2, 2025
Heather Michele Wilbanks Free, age 44, of Mount Airy, Georgia, took her heavenly flight home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Born on January 27, 1981, in Toccoa, Georgia, Heather was the cherished daughter of Ralph William and Effie Carolyn Lovell Wilbanks.
A 2000 graduate of Habersham Central High School, Heather poured her love, patience, and devotion into...
Lillian Mae Franklin Perry
Dec 1, 2025
Lillian Mae Franklin Perry, age 86, of Mt. Airy, Georgia, passed away on Monday, December 1, 2025, at her home surrounded by loved ones following an extended illness.
Born on September 4, 1939, in Habersham County, Georgia, Lillian was the daughter of the late Lawrence C. Franklin and Flora Mae Murray Franklin. She was the second of their six children. In...
Gary Benton McEntire
Dec 1, 2025
Gary Benton McEntire, age 82, of Demorest, Georgia, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, December 1, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born in the Habersham Mills Community of Demorest on July 16, 1943, he was the sixth of seven sons born to the late Norris Edward Sr. and Connice Fry McEntire.
Gary worked for Habersham Mills Corporation...
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