Obituaries

Sep 24, 2023

Gavin Lyle Jones of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away on September 24, 2023, at the age of 48. He was born on February 19, 1975, in Cumming, Georgia, to Shirley Helton Jones and the late Vernon Jones.

Gavin was an exceptional individual, a quick friend to all he encountered. He was always there to lend a helping hand....

Sep 19, 2023

Mrs. Bertha Jean Powers, age 86, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away peacefully on September 19, 2023. She was born on April 28, 1937, in Blairsville, Georgia, to the late Lincoln Garrett and the late Martha Seabolt Garrett. She was a member of New Harmony Baptist Church in Blairsville, Georgia.

Bertha had a profound love for nature and...

Sep 19, 2023

Lance Maurice Atkins, age 61, of Cleveland, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, September 19, 2023. He was born on March 24, 1962, in Spartanburg, South Carolina, to the late Joe Atkins Jr. and the late Beatrice Wooten Atkins. Lance was always a happy person, enjoying life to its fullest. He was a true pillar of light to everyone around...

Sep 14, 2023

Mitchell Dover, age 45, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, September 14, 2023. He was born on September 11, 1978 in to Nancy Garrison Dover and the late Roy Dover. Mitchell had a heart of gold and would help anyone with anything.

In addition to his dad, he is preceded in death by a half sister,...

Sep 9, 2023

Dustin Issac Hendrix, 24, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, September 9, 2023. Dustin was born on June 4, 1999 in Duluth, Georgia, to Betty Bolton Hendrix and Mark Hendrix.

He was a true adventurer, finding his passion in the world of motorcycles. Whether it was the thrill of the sportbike or the leisurely ride of...

Sep 7, 2023

Ralph Dean Anderson, age 91, of Murrayville (Lumpkin County) passed away early in the morning of Thursday, September 7, 2023, following an extended illness.

Mr. Anderson was born on September 2, 1932 and was a lifelong resident of the Mount Zion Community.  He was the son of the late Boyd and Maudie Anderson of Dahlonega.  In addition...

Sep 5, 2023

Mr. Vernon Smith, age 71, of Dahlonega, passed away Tuesday, September 5, 2023.

Vernon was born in Waynesville, NC, to the late George Vernon and Addie Smith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his stepdaughter and step-son-in-law, Lisa and Nathan Owens.

Vernon was a loving husband and stepfather. His devotion...

Sep 4, 2023

Frank R. Norman, age 87, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away suddenly on September 4, 2023. He was born on July 15, 1936, in Lincolnton, Georgia, to the late Claude Norman and the late Lottie Dallis Norman. Frank graduated from Berry College in 1958 and was a proud US Army Veteran, serving with distinction in the field of intelligence. His...

Sep 2, 2023

Mrs. Rachel Gearin, age 74, of Murrayville, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, September 2, 2023. She was born in Hall County on March 1, 1949, to the late Woodrow and Beatrice Chambers Grindle.

Mrs. Gearin was creative and loved crafting.  She collected wind chimes and nutcrackers that filled her home with soothing sounds and characters.  One of...

Sep 1, 2023

Cathleen Patricia Hannan passed away on September 1, 2023, in Dahlonega, Georgia. She was born on October 20, 1967, in White Plains, New York. She was 55 years old, relishing that age only for the senior discounts.

Cathleen is survived by her beloved children – her daughter, Maya Bouchet of Los Angeles, California and her son, Emory...

Aug 26, 2023

Morene Anderson, age 90, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away on August 26, 2023. She was born on November 7, 1932, in Jefferson, Georgia, to the late Delmar Maloch and the late Maebell Lee Maloch.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her first husband of 31 years, Cleve Ray, and her second husband...

Aug 25, 2023

Mrs. Tammy Michelle Martin Parsons, age 50, of Murrayville, Georgia, passed away on Friday, August 25, 2023. She was born in Clarkesville, Tennessee on July 24, 1973 to the late Johnny Martin and the late Mary Sue "Susie" Martin.

Tammy graduated from Johnson High School in 1991 and furthered her education at Piedmont College, earning her Bachelors...

Aug 22, 2023

Mrs. Ella Mae Tritt Beach, a remarkable woman known for her strength, determination, and love for nature, peacefully passed away on August 22, 2023, at the age of 99. She was born on January 17, 1924, during the challenging era of the Great Depression, in Suches, GA, to her parents, William and Pearl Davis Tritt.

Ella Mae...

Aug 20, 2023

Mr. Roy Lee Gibson, age 79, of Dahlonega, peacefully passed away on August 20, 2023, surrounded by loved ones. He leaves a legacy marked by his entrepreneurial spirit, devotion to family, and warm sense of humor.

Mr. Gibson was a native and lifelong resident of Lumpkin County. He was born on October 15, 1943, to the late...

Aug 18, 2023

Mr. Herbert Grizzle of Dahlonega, passed away at the age of 82 on Friday, August 18, 2023.  Herbert was born on April 25, 1941, to the late Jim and Lois Grizzle.  In his spare time he loved hunting, fishing, gardening and many days you would find him rocking on his front porch. Herbert was a member of Pleasant Hill...

Aug 12, 2023

Mrs. Helen Elaine Clark, age 77, of Dahlonega, Georgia passed away on Saturday, August 12, 2023. She was born in Atlanta, Georgia on May 27, 1946 to the late Bonnie and Ervin Nestlehutt. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her loving husband, John Clark; son Tim Crawford; and siblings, Tommy and Doug Nestlehutt.

Aug 7, 2023

Ms. Leona Berry Wynn, age 65, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away on Monday, August 7, 2023. She was born in Dahlonega on November 17, 1957 to the late Newt Berry and the late Violet Smith Berry.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her siblings Brenda Boyd, Tommy Berry, and twin brother, Leroy...

Aug 5, 2023

Mr. Randall Cannon Steward, age 57, of Dawsonville, passed away Saturday, August 5, 2023.

Mr. Steward was born in Champaign, IL, to Michael Cannon Steward and Phyllis Diane Sammons Steward on October 10, 1965.  He loved spending time off roading and high power shooting.

Survivors include his wife, Sheryl Kay Kubiak Sczepanski and son and...

Jul 31, 2023

Mr. Stanley Gene Baker, age 61, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away on Monday, July 31, 2023.

He is survived by brother and sister-in-law, Jerry and Debi Baker of Phoenix, Arizona; as well as two nieces and two nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jessie and Pearlie Bell Barrett Baker; three brothers and a sister....

Jul 26, 2023

Mr. Homer Cantrell, a devoted husband, loving father, cherished grandfather, and faithful member of his community, passed away at the age of 85 on Wednesday, July 26, 2023. He was born in White County to the late Floyd and Dorothy Roberts Cantrell.

Homer's life was a testament to love, dedication, and unwavering faith. He was a man...