Obituaries

Jun 2, 2024

Mr. Clarence Edward Woody, Jr., age 77, of Dahlonega passed away Sunday, June 2, 2024.

Mr. Woody was born in Lumpkin County on August 15, 1946, to the late Clarence Edward Sr. and Katie Inez Woody.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of forty years Sue Carney Woody, and his...

May 29, 2024

Mr. Paul "Jimmy" Grizzle, age 84, of Gainesville, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, May 29, 2024. He was born on July 26, 1939 in Dahlonega, Georgia, to the late Arthur Grizzle and the late Mary Jane Gilleland Grizzle. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by 8 brothers and 4 sisters.

He is survived...

May 25, 2024

Ray "Gargamel" Blackwell, age 59, of Dahlonega, passed away on May 25, 2024. Born on January 19, 1965, he was the son of the late Charles Blackwell and the late Violet Grizzle Blackwell. Ray was preceded in death by his siblings, Henry Blackwell, Linda Blackwell, and Leon Blackwell.

Ray is survived by his loving siblings, Helen (Wayne)...

May 24, 2024

Mrs. Kathy "Lynn" Steele, age 66, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away on May 24, 2024.

It was her wish to be cremated. No public services will be held at this time.

To share a memory or a condolence with the family, visit Mrs. Steele's online guestbook at andersonunderwood.com.

Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home, 2068 Highway...

May 23, 2024

From the backwoods of the Appalachian Foothills arose one of God's most incredible creations - Kathleen Carder Miller Acrey, 89, who has now joined her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, in that heavenly place of which she often talked, dreamed and sang about.

This precious woman was led into the gates of glory on May 23, 2024,...

May 14, 2024

Mrs. Barbara "Bobbie" Ann New, age 79, of Lagrange, Georgia, formerly of Dahlonega, passed away on May 14, 2024. She was born in Dahlonega on October 27, 1944, to the late Thomas Lance and the late Lorene Ferguson Lance. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her devoted husband, William New, and her brother, Charles...

May 14, 2024

Elizabeth Anderson Knight, of Cleveland, Georgia, passed away on May 14, 2024, at the age of 62. Born on April 12, 1962, in Dahlonega, she was the beloved daughter of the late John Anderson and the late Leona Blackwell Anderson. In addition to her parents, Elizabeth was preceded in death by her sister, Bonnie Eckerson.

Elizabeth leaves...

May 13, 2024

Ernest "Moss" C. Cain, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2024, at the age of 88. Born on August 3, 1935, in Dahlonega, Georgia, Moss was the beloved son of the late Henry Cain and Ellen Ridley Cain.

Moss was preceded in death by his loving wife, Joyce Cain, as well as his siblings...

May 11, 2024

"Johnny" Smith was born Carlton Francis Smith to the late Francis L. Smith and Barbara Ferguson Smith on November 7th, 1940 and passed away on May 11th, 2024 from a short illness as a result of his diagnosis with Mucosal Melanoma. He was preceded in death by sister Celma Smith Abercrombie. Johnny was born on the same farm about...

May 10, 2024

Ms. Erin Michele Petersen, age 47, of Dahlonega passed away Friday, May 10, 2024.

So, who was Erin Petersen?

She was a strong, athletically gifted person with interests and achievements in ballet, swimming, scuba diving, paragliding, kayaking, horseback riding, etc.

She had a curious mind:  a love to explore (spelunking and travel among...

May 8, 2024

Berniece Joan Bullenkamp passed away peacefully on May 8th, 2024. She passed away on hospice, while in the care of Hospice Northeast Georgia Medical Center

Berniece was born in Brooklyn, New York to George Clinton Foster and Ossie Belle Mills. Berniece proceeded in death by her identical twin sister; Barbara Froelich, as well as her older sister...

May 6, 2024

Mr. Freddie Ray Merck, affectionately known as "Fast Freddie" by many, passed away on Monday, May 6, 2024, at the age of 66 in Dahlonega, Georgia. He was born on October 24, 1957, in Dahlonega to the late James Marcus Merck and the late Edna Black Merck. He joins his grandmother, Nell Adams, in eternal rest.

Freddie...

May 4, 2024

Carder Stephen England, age 36, of Atlanta, Georgia, passed away on May 4, 2024. He was born on January 19, 1988, in Gainesville, Georgia, to Lana Seabolt England and David England.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his siblings Elissa (John) England, Valerie (Kevin) Hurley, Kenon Grindle, and Julea (Robert) Duke; grandfather Ellis Thompson;...

May 2, 2024

Ms. Katherine "Kathy" Weakley, age 60, of Cleveland, Georgia, passed away on May 2, 2024. She was born on September 9, 1963, in Atlanta, Georgia to the late John Allen Jr. and the late Minna Wallace Allen. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her siblings, Sue Constant, Roy Leach, Richard Leach, and James Fincher....

Apr 30, 2024

Mr. Harold Cecil Peck, age 86, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, April 30, 2024.

It was Harold's wish to be cremated. A memorial service will be held at a later time.

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

Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home, 2068...

Apr 30, 2024

Mary Ann Schmitt Turner, age 91, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away on April 30, 2024. She was born on June 10, 1932, in Louisville, Kentucky, to the late Raymond Schmitt and the late Anna Prevatil Schmitt. Mary Ann was preceded in death by her loving husband, William R. Turner, and her brother, Raymond A. Schmitt.

Mary Ann...

Apr 22, 2024

Carol Ann Parnell, age 51, of Clermont, Georgia, passed away on April 22, 2024. She was born on July 10, 1972, to the late Ralph Couch and the late Sue Laine Edge Couch, Carol's life was a testament to love, laughter, and unwavering devotion to her family.

Throughout her journey, Carol exemplified the essence of living life...

Apr 21, 2024

Blonnie Clyde Grizzle Summerour, fondly known as "Nana," passed away on April 21, 2024, at the age of 87, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unyielding strength. Born on March 22, 1937, in Dahlonega, Georgia, to the late Duffy and Elsie Grizzle, Blonnie's life was a testament to resilience, humor, and unwavering devotion to family.

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Apr 19, 2024

Sharolyn "Shalon" Tamu Woodford, affectionately known as Mookie, peacefully transitioned on April 19, 2024, surrounded by her loving family and friends. Born on September 15, 1978, Sharolyn was the cherished daughter of the late Barbara Davenport and Harold O.T Cantrell. She was also preceded in death by her adoptive parents, Samuel and Sybil Woodford, Sr.

Sharolyn was...

Apr 18, 2024

Jill Louise Greilich, age 84, of Dahlonega, Georgia, USA, died peacefully April 18, 2024. Jill was born July 16, 1939, in Lanigan, Saskatchewan, Canada. Jill was best known for a musical life played with "Heart and Soul." In her youth, Jill lived in Watson, Saskatchewan and studied piano via the outreach of the Royal Conservatory of Toronto; music gave...