Obituaries

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;...

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.

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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,...