Obituaries

Apr 2, 2026

On Thursday, April 2, 2026, Rosie "Betty" Elizabeth Rich Grant passed from this world into the presence of Jesus the Christ her LORD and Savior. This departure was peaceful while in her sleep at the age of 101. Betty was born February 2, 1925, in Blairsville, Georgia.

She is preceded by her lifelong soulmate, Clarence Garland "Pa"...

Mar 30, 2026

Frankie Ann Cook, age, 76, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away on Monday, March 30, 2026.

Ann was born in Lumpkin County, Georgia, on February 12, 1950, to the late Miller Rider and Iver Jones Rider. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James "Jim" Cook; sisters, Mamie Rider, Edith Rider, Flossie...

Mar 28, 2026

Dock "Voughn" Gipson, age 81, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2026.

Voughn Gipson was born on March 15, 1945, in Clayton, Georgia, to the late Dock Dial Gipson and the late Ruth Manley Gipson. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend whose steady presence, quiet strength, and unwavering love for his...

Mar 26, 2026

Mrs. Iva Lee Gooch, age 93, of Suches, passed away on Thursday, March 26, 2026.

Mrs. Gooch was born in Suches, Georgia, on April 4, 1932, to the late Fate and Fanny Tow. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas "Tom" Hoyt Gooch, Sr.; son, Thomas "Hoyt" Gooch, Jr.; sisters,...

Mar 26, 2026

Andrew York "Andy" Glass, age 62, of Murrayville, Georgia, died on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at Emory University Hospital. Andy lived a life that was full, vibrant, and unmistakably his own.

Andy was preceded in death by his father, Compton York Glass, and his mother, Kathryn Hull Glass. He is survived by his loving wife, Mrs. Candace...

Mar 25, 2026

Sara "Sally" Kathleen Rary Capps, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away on March 25, 2026.

Sally was born in Atlanta, Georgia on December 9, 1955, to the late Homer Ottis "Ott" Rary, Jr. and the late Vivian Elizabeth "Betty" Estes. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Beth Thompson.

She...

Mar 23, 2026

Glenn Russell Conner, age 83, of Murrayville, Georgia, passed away on March 23, 2026.

Mr. Conner was born on March 27, 1942, in Dahlonega, Georgia, to the late Dick Conner and the late Dovie Hughes Conner. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Eston (Pearl) Conner, Lois (Stuard) Sullens, Valerie (Ralph)...

Mar 23, 2026

Mr. Claude Elmer Trammell, age 96, of Auraria, Georgia, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2026.

Claude was born in Lumpkin County on March 16, 1930, to the late William "Bill" Trammell and Amy Pinson Trammell. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife of 73 years, Mrs. Margaret Marie Trammell;...

Mar 22, 2026

Lamar Dee Sullens, age 68, of Murrayville, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2026.

Mr. Sullens was born on August 1, 1957, in Dahlonega, Georgia, to the late Robert "Dee" Sullens and the late Mary Baker Sullens. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Mickey Crawford and Benny Sullens.

Mar 19, 2026

Víctor Otero Nazario, born on May 1, 1927, in Morovis, Puerto Rico, USA, passed away on March 19, 2026. He was the beloved son of Faustina Nazario Rosado and Jesús Otero Negrón (deceased).

Víctor was the devoted husband of Benigna Merced Báez (deceased), with whom he shared 67 years of marriage. Together, they built a loving family...

Mar 18, 2026

Mabel "Susan" Herrington (Meeks) of Cleveland, Georgia passed away on March 18, 2026 far too soon at the age of 65. Susan was born on May 14, 1960 in Atlanta, Georgia to parents, Mabel Lucille Meeks (Davis) and Jerry F. Meeks.

Susan is survived by her husband, James Drew Herrington; mother, Lucille Meeks of Flowery Branch, GA;...

Mar 16, 2026

Anna Marie "Nana" Koch, age 73, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2026.

Anna was born on August 5, 1952, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Albert Fashingbauer and Nora Costello Fashingbauer. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Charles Koch III, and her siblings, Albert Fashingbauer...

Mar 15, 2026

Mr. Jessie Lee Wilson Jr., age 58, of Dahlonega, Georgia, died on March 15, 2026.

It was his wish to be cremated. No public services will be held.

Mar 13, 2026

Ms. Bessie "Bess" Lee English, age 77, of Auraria, GA (Lumpkin County), passed away Friday, March 13th, 2026, at Magnolia Senior Living in Dawsonville following a period of declining health. She was surrounded by close family as she made a peaceful journey home to Glory.

Bessie was a native and lifelong resident of Lumpkin County, a textile...

Mar 12, 2026

Mary Louise Zangaglia Vindish, age 72, passed away March 12, 2026 at her home surrounded by family. She was born on March 27, 1953, in Pennsylvania, the only child of Helen and Charles Zangaglia.

Mary shared 53 wonderful years of marriage with her beloved husband, Stephen J. Vindish. As an Air Force family, Mary and Steve enjoyed...

Mar 11, 2026

Thomas "Tom" Jones, age 68, entered into the presence of the Lord on March 11, 2026. He was born on December 7, 1957, to Lawrence and Lois Jones and lived in Roswell, GA most of his life.

He was an avid Georgia Bulldog fan and rarely missed watching a football game either in person or on TV....

Mar 8, 2026

William Larry Sayne, age 81, of Gainesville, Georgia, passed away Sunday, March 8, 2026.

Mr. Sayne was born on December 3, 1944, to the late John Elbert Sayne and Myrtle Dowdy Sayne. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Brenda Sayne; sister and brother-in-law, Joyce and J.B. Brown; and brothers-in-law,...

Mar 8, 2026

Robert "Bob" Allen Williams, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2026.

Bob was born on September 8, 1935, in Pennsylvania to the late James Williams and the late Elsie Williams. He lived a life defined by hard work, curiosity, and generosity, leaving a lasting impression on everyone who knew him.

Bob was...

Mar 7, 2026

Glenn William Jones, a beloved husband, father, craftsman, and devoted servant of his community, passed away at home with his family at his side on March 7, 2026, at the age of 77. Born on January 4, 1949, in the foothills of Dahlonega, Georgia, Glenn spent his life rooted in the land, the people, and the heritage he cherished...

Mar 5, 2026

Luther "Luke" Carder, age 89, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away on March 5, 2026. He was born on July 13, 1936, in Dahlonega to the late Jim Carder and the late Viola "Ola" Collins Carder.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Martha Davis Carder; his son, Marty Ray Thomas;...