Obituaries

Mar 5, 2026

Benson Brooks, age 89, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away on March 5, 2026.

Born on April 16, 1936, in Belton, South Carolina, he was the son of the late Sybil Autry Brooks and the late Leslie McBride Brooks.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his loving wife of 58 years,...

Mar 4, 2026

Patricia "Pat" Ann Callaham, 86, of Dahlonega passed away on March 4, 2026, following a brief illness.  Born on January 15, 1940, she was the daughter of Herman and Dorothy (Wade) Headrick, of Rossville, GA.  She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Dr. Mac Callaham. She is survived by her sister, Vickie (Terry) Bouldin and...

Feb 28, 2026

Charles Edward Brockett, age 63, of Cumming, passed away on February 28, 2026.

Charles was born on September 13, 1962, in Decatur to the late Arthur Brockett and the late Reba Martin Brockett. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, James Brockett and Michael Brockett.

Charles is survived by...

Feb 26, 2026

Stanley Joe Wills, 79, of Cleveland, Georgia, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family and the grace of his Lord. He was born on January 12, 1947, in Gainesville, Georgia.

Stanley was the son of the late Charlie Thomas Wills and Bessie Franklin Wills. He was also preceded in death...

Feb 25, 2026

Jewell Head passed away on February 25, 2026. He was born on December 3, 1938, in Tampa, Florida, to Rufus and Era Head.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Jimmie Sue Head; his brother, Sherman Head; and his son-in-law, Travis Rider.

Jewell worked for many years at Burlington Industries and...

Feb 22, 2026

Clarence Eugene Grindle, age 84, of Dahlonega, passed away peacefully on February 22, 2026. A lifelong resident of Dahlonega, Clarence was born on February 1, 1942, to the late Abner Fred Grindle and the late Blanch Ollie Anderson Grindle.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Hubert and Imogene...

Feb 20, 2026

Jeffry Griffith Valle, age 73, died on February 20, 2026, in Gainesville, Georgia, after a courageous battle with cancer.

He is survived by his older brother, Gary; his younger brother, Galen; and his nephew, Trevor. He was preceded in death by his twin brother, Jim, and his parents, Jacinto R. Valle and Linda Griffith Valle.

...

Feb 19, 2026

Bette Rae Bricker, age 79, of Cleveland, Georgia, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2026.

Born on January 30, 1947, in Indiana, Bette Rae was the daughter of the late Raymond Bricker and the late Betty Lou Spencer. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved dog and faithful companion, Cherokee Rose,...

Feb 17, 2026

Mrs. Gerlene "Ma" Helton, of Helton Drive in Suches, Georgia, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on February 17, 2026. Mrs. Helton was born July 16, 1939, on Star Creek in Morganton, Fannin County, Georgia, and was the daughter of the late Hervie Hyde and Desmer Cole Hyde (Mama Hyde). She was preceded in death by her beloved husband...

Feb 16, 2026

Jonathan "Raymond" Raines, age 48, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away on February 16, 2026.

Raymond was born on October 31, 1977, in Gainesville, Georgia, to the late Jim Raines and the late Betty Major Raines. A lifelong resident of North Georgia, he was known for his kind heart, gentle spirit, and the deep appreciation he held for...

Feb 13, 2026

It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Donna Gilreath Jarrard, age 68, of Dahlonega, Georgia, who passed away on February 13, 2026. She was born on July 29, 1957, in Cobb County to the late Eugene Gilreath and the late Faye Vandiver Gilreath. She was and will always be the embodiment of wife, sister, aunt,...

Feb 10, 2026

Barbara Copper, age 73, of Dahlonega, Georgia passed away on February 10, 2026. Barbara was born on July 19, 1952, in Duluth, Georgia, to the late William Mann and the late Dorothy Louise Peavy Mann. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Barbara's life was centered on her family and her faith. She was known for her kind heart,...

Feb 9, 2026

Faye Jarrard Roper, 89, of Cleveland, GA, passed away on February 9, 2026. She was born September 15, 1936 to Albert and Ethel (Vandiver) Jarrard in the Blue Ridge District of White County. After graduating from Cleveland High School, she married Robert Roper and became step-mother to two boys. She and Robert went on to have three more children....

Feb 9, 2026

Rev. Lyndon Eubanks, age 86, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away on February 9, 2026.

He was born on November 5, 1939, in Atlanta, Georgia, to the late Lamar Eubanks and the late Mary Coursey Eubanks.

Rev. Eubanks is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Nancy Sheffield Eubanks; his children, Laurie Eubanks Vakili and...

Jan 29, 2026

Terisa Ann Harkins, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away on January 29, 2026. She was born in Atlanta, Georgia, on May 13, 1968, to the late Lonzo Williams and Hazel Savage Williams. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Tony Harkins; her son, Eric Wigington; and her brothers, Ronald Williams and Ralph Williams.

Jan 29, 2026

Erin Emily Odom, age 37, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away on January 29, 2026.

Erin was born on February 21, 1988, in Dahlonega, Georgia, to Phillip Odom and Eveilee Barrett Odom. She spent her life surrounded by family, faith, and friendships, all of which she cherished deeply.

Erin was a joyful soul whose love was...

Jan 25, 2026

Teresa (Terri) Marlene Anderson Alexander, age 67, passed away on January 25, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of strength and unmistakable spirit.

Born on November 29, 1958, in Clayton, GA, Terri lived life on her own terms and was known for her spirited personality, independent nature, and feisty determination. She was an active member of Church of...

Jan 23, 2026

Charlie Keith Albertson passed away January 23, 2026, after a long-fought battle with cancer.

Keith was born March 1, 1959, in Jacksonville, FL to the late Albert Eugene Albertson and the late Barbra Jean Rayburn.

Keith joined the army when he was 18 years old, he would go on to meet the love of his...

Jan 22, 2026

Mrs. Trisha Ann Hamm, age 56, of Dahlonega, passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2026.

Mrs. Hamm was born in Atlanta, Georgia, on May 5, 1969, to the late Dorice Clayton and Rita Ann Beck. She was a devoted and loving mother whose life centered around her family, especially her boys. Trisha was deeply involved in their...

Jan 22, 2026

Mrs. Clara Nell Fuller, age 91, of Murrayville, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 22, 2026.

Mrs. Fuller was born on May 12, 1934, to the late Will and Willie Jones. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Rev. Willard Fuller; her son, Bobby Fuller; great-granddaughter,...