Obituaries

Aug 14, 2024

Thomas T. Folger Jr., age 90, of Gainesville, GA passed away peacefully on August 14, 2024.

He was born on June 19, 1934, in Lacrosse, WI to Thomas and Anne Folger. He graduated from Lumpkin County High School in Dahlonega, GA. He earned his bachelor's degree in Poultry Science from The Ohio State University. He was a...

Aug 11, 2024

Mrs. Lisa Darlene Rider Miller, age 55, of Dahlonega, passed away on Sunday, August 11, 2024.

Lisa was born in Hall County on October 23, 1968. She was preceded in death by her father Ralph Rider, grandparents Harold and Johnny Nell Cothran, George Washington Rider and Lillie Mae Rider.  Lisa was a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist...

Aug 10, 2024

Mr. Bobby Tritt, age 80, of Dahlonega, passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2024.  Bobby was born in Lumpkin County on August 24, 1943, to the late Grady Tritt and Mona Elizabeth Ralston Tritt.

Bobby enjoyed NASCAR, a thrill he got to experience firsthand through the NASCAR Driving Experience. Yet, his greatest joy was found in his...

Aug 7, 2024

Linda "Susie" Kinnard, age 80, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, August 7, 2024. She was born on July 12, 1944, in Dahlonega, Georgia, to the late Edgar T. Waters and the late Lela Chester Waters.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her siblings, Meryl Frasure, Clayton Waters, Carlton Waters, Ralph...

Aug 6, 2024

Jerry Vernon Gilleland, 72, of Gainesville GA, entered Heaven's Gate Aug 6, 2024. Jerry was born in Lumpkin County, in 1952, to the late Frank Benjamin Gilleland and Alda Beth (Cleveland) Gilleland.

He graduated a Lumpkin County Indian, class of 1970 then went on to obtain a degree from Lanier Technical College in Oakwood Ga. In his...

Aug 5, 2024

Wade Westbrook, age 83, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away on August 5, 2024. He was born on December 8, 1940, in Suches, Georgia, to the late Sam Westbrook and the late Allie Gilreath Westbrook. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Allie Richardson, as well as his stepdaughter, Kris Martin.

Wade...

Aug 2, 2024

Mr. Luther Alvin Hughes Jr. Lunsford, age 74, of Wolf Pen Gap Rd, Suches, GA, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 2, 2024, at Northeast Georgia Medical Center, following a brief illness. Mr. Lunsford was born January 26, 1950, in Suches, GA, the son of the late Luther Hughes and the late Flossie Griffin Hughes. Also, following the death...

Aug 2, 2024

Annette Lowe Hallman, age 88, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away peacefully on August 2, 2024. Born on June 28, 1936, in Dahlonega, she was the beloved daughter of the late Leonard Lowe and Ethel Trammell Lowe.

Annette was a lifelong resident of Dahlonega, where she embraced the Baptist faith and was a devoted member of Antioch Baptist...

Aug 1, 2024

Michael Daniel Westcott, age 72, of Murrayville, Georgia, passed away on August 3, 2024.

It was Michaels wish to be cremated. Services will be held at a later time.

To share a memory or condolences with the family, visit Michael's online guestbook at andersonunderwood.com.

Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home, 2068 Highway 19 North, Dahlonega, GA...

Jul 30, 2024

Mr. Thomas Rainer Schierioth, age 83, of Dahlonega passed away Tuesday, July 30, 2024.

Mr. Schierioth was born in Naumburg, Germany to the late Richard Karl Schierioth and Maria Ilse Elfrieda. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister Brigitte Schierioth. After receiving his U.S. citizenship, he proudly served his country in...

Jul 28, 2024

Devon Michael Lee Whitmire, age 24, passed away on July 28, 2024, leaving behind cherished memories with his loved ones. Born on February 20, 2000, in Edmond, Oklahoma, Devon was the beloved son of Jeff Whitmire and Telisha Tritt.

In addition to his parents, Devon is survived by his girlfriend, Teagan Adams of Luther, OK, and his...

Jul 25, 2024

Linda Joyce Copeland, age 78 of Dahlonega, GA passed away peacefully at home on July 25, 2024. Born February 4, 1946, in Canton, NC to the late Larie R. Williams and Mary J. Williams. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by sisters, Blanche Mooney, Ethel Mauldin, and brother Carl Williams.

She leaves behind...

Jul 25, 2024

Carolyn Calhoun Gartrell, age 79, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away on July 25, 2024. She was born on January 14, 1945, to the late Ray Calhoun and the late Ella Mae Grizzle Calhoun. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Don Calhoun.

Carolyn is survived by her loving children, Jeff (Gina)...

Jul 23, 2024

We bid farewell to Ethel Virginia Robertson. A true friend and Shining Light, who ascended from this plane July 23rd 2024 at 10:05 a.m. she leaves behind a legacy of love and kindness. Ginger walked through this life with such strength and joy, she touched the lives of everyone that she encountered with Unforgettable acceptance. She dedicated her life...

Jul 21, 2024

Minnie Lou Head, age 88, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2024. She was born on February 13, 1936, in Dahlonega, Georgia, to the late William Webster Dockery and the late Florence Nix Dockery. In addition to her parents, Minnie Lou was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Broton Head, and siblings Viola Dockery, Odell...

Jul 18, 2024

Hannelore "Lore" Anneliese Christian was born on June 8th, 1940, in Stuttgart, Germany and was a lifelong resident of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away on July 18th, 2024, at the age of 84 at St. Mary's Hospital in Athens, Georgia.

She is proceeded in death by her husband Almond Lee Christian II, parents Karl Friedrich and Anneliese Wahl,...

Jul 17, 2024

Mary Elizabeth Grindle died peacefully after a brief illness on July 17, 2024, at the age of 86.

Mrs. Grindle is survived by her husband Robert Grindle; sibling Andrew J. Jr. and Marsha Fields; children, Walter and Patty Grindle; Phillip and Dawn Grindle; grandchildren, Austin, Coleman, Logan, Lila, Lydia, and Lena Grindle; all of Dahlonega, Georgia; as...

Jul 17, 2024

David Lee Jones of Lula, GA, passed away on July 17, 2024. He was a dedicated employee of Peachtree Doors for 18 years. David had a deep passion for the outdoors, enjoying activities such as cutting grass and painting. He was known for his exceptional carpentry skills, crafting with a talent that was admired.

Beyond his work...

Jul 17, 2024

Tracy Shawn Roberts, 57, of Dawsonville, GA, passed away on July 17, 2024. Born on November 5, 1966, to the late Bernard and Linda Archer Roberts, Tracy was a beloved son, husband, and stepfather.

Tracy had a love for football, especially cheering on The Ohio State Buckeyes and the Cleveland Browns. His enthusiasm for the game was...

Jul 14, 2024

Jody "Doc" Grizzle, age 53, passed away on July 14, 2024, surrounded by loved ones. He was born on July 28, 1970, to the late R.C. Grizzle and the late Marvene Moss Grizzle.

Jody is survived by his loving sister Sharon (Mike) Johnson; spouse Denise Grizzle; special niece Jessica Humphries; special cousin Sadie Dishman; aunts and uncle...