Local Obituaries
Amanda Joan Dickens Parks
Jan 19, 2025
Amanda Joan Dickens Parks, age 66, of Clarkesville, passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2025. Born on January 29, 1958, in Atlanta, she was a daughter of the late Garland Dickens and Joellen Gravitt Dickens. Amanda worked as a waitress for Sonny’s BBQ and enjoyed playing the piano. She was of the Baptist faith. In addition to her parents, she...
James Braxton Purdy
Jan 18, 2025
James Braxton Purdy, age 79 of Alto, Georgia went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 18, 2025. A lifelong native of Alto, Georgia, he was born on April 26, 1945, a son of the late Willie Braxton “Brac” & Monteen Roberts Purdy. James was a graduate of South Habersham High School, Class of 1963. He was currently...
James Brian Walker
Jan 16, 2025
James Brian Walker, age 52, of Demorest, passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2025. Born on September 16, 1972, in Demorest, he was a son of Edith Fitzgerald Walker of Alto and the late Tom James Walker. Brian was a 1991 graduate of Habersham Central High School. He was a skilled carpenter, heavy machine operator, and commercial truck driver. He...
Betty Jean Schaefer
Jan 15, 2025
Betty Jean Schaefer, age 94, a beloved member of our community, passed away on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. Born on December 21, 1930, in Hartshorne, Oklahoma, she was a daughter of the late John Buffo and Amy Dupire Buffo. Betty’s life was filled with joy, love, and commitment to her husband of almost 75 years....
Tina Ramey
Jan 14, 2025
Tina Renee Ramey, age 63, of Cornelia, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. Born on January 24, 1961, in Atlanta, she was a daughter of the late Herbert Blankenship and Laverne Wilbanks Blankenship. Tina retired as a waitress with Stew-N-Que restaurant, where she served customers for many years. In her spare time, she enjoyed...
Christopher Curtis Wolf
Jan 14, 2025
Christopher Curtis Wolf, age 64, of Cornelia, passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. Born on January 14, 1960, in Texas, he was a son of the late George Charles Wolf and Barbara Geist Wolf. Christopher worked for Walmart and was of the Catholic faith. Survivors include his former wife, Melissa Wolf; daughter, Autumn Wolf; sons, Jordan Wolf, David Wolf,...
Lynn Vandergriff Lawrence
Jan 10, 2025
Lynn Vandergriff Lawrence, age 75, of Alto, passed away on Friday, January 10, 2025. Born on January 11, 1950, in Clarkesville, she was a daughter of the late John William Vandergriff and Marion Marie Jordan Vandergriff. Lynn was a homemaker, who enjoyed flower gardening, cleaning house, and spending her time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Lynn...
John Charles "J.C." Hix
Jan 10, 2025
John Charles, “J.C.” Hix, age 81, of Alto, passed away on Friday, January 10, 2025. Born on January 24, 1943, in Lula, he was a son of the late Tom Hix & Clara Loggins Hix. J.C. retired from Mt. Vernon Mills with 36 ½ years of service. At other times, he could be found gardening, skeet shooting, tending to his...
Katura "Tura" Evelyn Fritz
Jan 8, 2025
Katura “Tura” Evelyn Fritz, age 61, of Cornelia, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, surrounded by her daughters. Born on January 26, 1963, in Duluth, she was a daughter of the late William Charles Angel and Reba Lucina Glass Angel. Tura was employed with MTI Whirlpools for a number of years and was of...
Betty Jean Williams
Jan 5, 2025
Betty Jean Harris “Munzie” Williams, age 77 of Toccoa, passed away peacefully, on Sunday, January 5, 2025. Born on October 3, 1947, in Cornelia, she was a daughter of the late Eugene Harris and Julia Crow Harris. Betty Jean is remembered as one who helped others. She was a self-employed caretaker for a number of years, who spent much of...
Mozelle P. Wilbanks
Jan 3, 2025
Mozelle P. Wilbanks, age 88 of Cornelia, passed away on Friday, January 3, 2025. Born on May 17, 1936, in Toccoa, Georgia, she was a daughter of the late J.C. Poole and Lola Crumley Poole. Mozelle was a 1954 graduate of South Habersham High School and attended Berry Business College. She went on to work for a time at First...
Nancy Sue Plott
Jan 2, 2025
Nancy Sue Plott, age 63 of Cleveland, Georgia took her Heavenly flight home to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 02, 2025, following a period of declining health. Born in Demorest, Georgia on May 03, 1961, she was the daughter of the late Zechriah & Grace Partin Plott. Sue was a graduate of White County High School, Class of...
James "Mack" Dean
Dec 31, 2024
James “Mack” Dean, age 87 of Toccoa, formerly of Mt. Airy, passed away on Tuesday, December 31, 2024. Born on August 12, 1937, in Corinth, Mississippi, he was a son of the late Frank Dean and Delia Collins Dean. Mack served in the National Guard for 20 years, and later retired from Schnadig Corp. after 34 years of service. Being...
Charles "Charlie" Hubert Cleveland
Dec 30, 2024
Charles “Charlie” Hubert Cleveland, age 87 of Demorest, Georgia went home to be with the Lord on Monday, December 30, 2024. Born in Clarkesville, Georgia on November 28, 1937, he was a son of the late Lewis & Angeline Burton Cleveland. Charlie worked in the appliance repair industry for several years and retired from Habersham Metal where he worked in...
Shirley James
Dec 30, 2024
Shirley Jean James, age 70 of Homer, passed away on Monday, December 30, 2024. Born on July 30, 1954, in Maysville, she was a daughter of the late L.B. Ward and Maybell Morris. Shirley was employed with Tugalo Home Health as a caregiver. In her spare time, she enjoyed spending time with family and her grandchildren. In addition to her...
Betty Frady
Dec 29, 2024
Betty Dodd Frady, age 87 of Mt. Airy, passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2024. Born on April 16, 1937, in Mt. Airy, she was a daughter of the late Clifford Dodd and Carrie Scott Dodd. Betty was a homemaker and was of the Baptist faith. She was also a champion Bingo player, who enjoyed gardening, flowers and her pets....
Nelson Burns
Dec 29, 2024
Nelson Burns, age 85 of Alto, passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2024. Born on June 2, 1939, in Clarkesville, he was a son of the late Willie Burns and Elizabeth “Lizzie” Phillips Burns. Nelson was employed with Mt. Vernon Mills for over 30 years and later retired from Fieldale Farms Corporation. In his spare time, he enjoyed carving walking...
William "Mark" Bryson
Dec 29, 2024
William “Mark” Bryson, age 60 of Alto, passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2024. Born on November 22, 1964, in Blairsville, he was a son of the late Lyle Bryson and Annie Dailey Bryson. Mark was a self-employed carpenter for a number of years and was of the Baptist faith. He will be remembered for his tremendous love of his...
Donald L. Wilson
Dec 27, 2024
Donald L. Wilson, age 83 of Lula (Gillsville Community), passed away on Friday, December 27, 2024. Born on April 6, 1941, in Lula, he was a son of the late Hallie and Fannie Merritt Wilson. Donald was a self-employed trucker for many years and attended Gillsville Baptist Church. In his spare time, he enjoyed working with his livestock, being on...
Brittany Danielle Wilson Anderson
Dec 23, 2024
Brittany Danielle Wilson Anderson, age 32 of Commerce, passed away on Monday, December 23, 2024. Born on August 10, 1992, in Gainesville, she was a daughter of David and Angela Westmoreland Wilson. Brittany was a 2011 honor graduate of Banks County High School (FFA Alumni), who also held a Bachelor’s degree in Biology and Physical Education. She was a co-owner...
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