Obituaries

Oct 3, 2024

Mr. Jimmie "J.C." Adams, age 79, of Dahlonega, passed away on Thursday, October 3, 2024. Born in Biloxi, MS, on October 17, 1944, J.C. was the son of the late James Benson and Claudia Adams. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Lois Marie Adams; his sister, Carol Ann Crossley; and his son-in-law, E.G. Lorens.

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Oct 1, 2024

Troy Evans, age 58, of Belt, Montana, passed away on October 1, 2024, in Dahlonega, Georgia. Born on July 5, 1966, in Gainesville, Georgia, Troy was the son of the late Steven Evans and the late Linda Gaddis Coker.

Troy will be remembered fondly for his exceptional craftsmanship, particularly in the art of building timber frame houses,...

Sep 30, 2024

Joe Mirakovits, age 63, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away on September 30, 2024. He was born on December 16, 1960, in New York to the late Josef Mirakovits and Angela Sauerzoph Mirakovits.

Joe is survived by his devoted wife of 37 years, Ellen Wilton Mirakovits, of Dahlonega; his loving children, Lauren Cornelius (Mason) of Clermont, Josef Mirakovits...

Sep 27, 2024

Robert Andrew Coffman, age 68, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away peacefully on September 27, 2024. Born on October 7, 1955, in Davenport, Iowa, Robert was the son of the late Shirley Reynolds. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his beloved grandchildren, Kaylee Gaydon and Noah Gaydon.

Robert is survived by his devoted...

Sep 25, 2024

Mr. Scott L. Flanagan, age 62, of Dahlonega, passed away Wednesday, September 25, 2024.

Scott was born in Cumming, GA on June 21, 1962, to the late Lee Roy and Barbara Carnes Flanagan. He was a dedicated employee of Tyson Foods for over forty years. Scott loved the outdoors, especially time by the creek or a good...

Sep 23, 2024

Larry "Joe" Reynolds, age 67, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away on September 23, 2024. He was born in Shelbyville, Tennessee on February 4, 1957, to the late Albert Reynolds and Ruth Casteel Foster. Joe was preceded in death by his father, his sisters Peggy Pullen and Cathy Reynolds, and his granddaughter Hali DiSanto. He is survived by his loving...

Sep 22, 2024

Mrs. Evelyn Margaret Waters, age 85, of Dahlonega, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 22, 2024. Born on April 7, 1939, to the late Henry and Flossie Bell Rider, Evelyn lived a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments.

Evelyn loved canning, transforming fresh produce into preserves, a skill she shared generously with family and friends....

Sep 13, 2024

Jack Thomas Wynn Ph.D. of Dahlonega, GA, was born on August 16, 1940 in Hawkinsville, GA. He died on 13th of September 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Floyd E. and Martha Reynolds Wynn; and by his wife of 45 years, Mary Frank Clonts Wynn, RN-C.

He is survived by his daughter Mary Catherine...

Sep 12, 2024

Mr. Lewis "Phil" Butler age 72 of Dawsonville passed away Thursday, September 12, 2024.

Phil was a native and lifelong resident of Dawsonville.  He was born on October 18, 1951, to the late Lewis and Willie Jewell Calhoun Butler.  Phil loved life and giving to others. He looked forward to the Toys for Tots Run every year.  ...

Sep 8, 2024

Mrs. Jessie Lee Collins Grizzle, age 94, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away on September 8, 2024. She was born on May 9, 1930, in Dahlonega to the late Johnnie and Nettie Collins. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Hubert P. Grizzle and siblings Bessie Grizzle, Kathy Royster, and J.D. Collins....

Sep 6, 2024

Mack Maraman of Dahlonega, Georgia passed away on Friday, September 6, 2024.

No services are planned at this time.

Sep 6, 2024

Mrs. Amelia Howard, age 96, of Murrayville, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 6, 2024. Born on June 16, 1928, Mrs. Howard lived a long and fulfilling life filled with adventure, family, and love. She had a passion for travel and she was able to fulfill a dream by traveling the world. She enjoyed spending time fishing, and treasured...

Sep 5, 2024

It is with great sorrow and heavy heart that we announce the death of our dear sister, Wanda Gail Macbeth. Wanda passed away, with her family by her side, at the North East Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville, on Sept. 5, 2024. She was 63 years old. Wanda was the daughter of Robert Blair Macbeth and Mary Catherine Macbeth....

Sep 2, 2024

Delores Jean Anderson, age 80, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away on September 2, 2024. She was born on January 5, 1944, to the late Walter Sutton and the late Gean Brookshire. Delores is preceded in death by her first husband, Joe Abercrombie, and her sister Janice Seabolt.

Delores is survived by her husband, Robert Anderson; her children...

Aug 27, 2024

Mary Lou Ross Hall, age 77, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away on August 27, 2024. She was born in Dahlonega on May 21, 1947, to the late Leroy Ross and the late Adelaide Adams Ross. Mary was a talented and crafty woman, known for her expertise in primitive crafts, sewing, and quilting. Her love for gardening was matched only...

Aug 25, 2024

Mrs. Christine "Chris" Thomas, age 82, of Dahlonega, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 25, 2024. Born on May 7, 1942, to the late Marley and Arizona Seabolt, Chris was a lifelong resident of Lumpkin County, where she dedicated her life to her family and community. She was a long-time member of Yahoola Baptist Church. She was a homemaker...

Aug 23, 2024

Anita "Joni" West, age 62, of Murrayville, passed away on Friday, August 23, 2024. She was born to the late Ben and Bonnie Lingerfelt on September 28, 1961.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Harold Lingerfelt. Joni worked as a dedicated dental assistant for many years and was a member of the...

Aug 20, 2024

James "JR" Rider, age 82, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2024, after an extended illness. Born on February 8, 1942, in Gainesville, Georgia, JR was the son of the late Henry Rider and the late Flossie Lance Rider. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by seven siblings and Doug, the beloved...

Aug 18, 2024

Mr. Robert "Bobby" Woody Sr., age 85, of Canton, Georgia, passed away on August 18, 2024. He was born on April 18, 1939, in Dial, Georgia, to the late Dallas Woody and the late Mary Hood Woody. Bobby was preceded in death by his beloved wife of over 60 years, Sarah "Bea" Woody, and his siblings, John Woody, Earl...

Aug 14, 2024

Mr. Willie Loy Saine, age 85 of Dahlonega passed away Wednesday, August 14, 2024.

Mr. Saine was a native and lifelong resident of Lumpkin County.  He was born on October 5, 1938, to the late Sam and Ollie Saine.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister and brother-in-law Bonnie Lou and...