Obituaries

Jul 19, 2025

Barbara Ellen Wilson, age 73, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away on July 19, 2025. She was born on December 23, 1951, in New Orleans, LA, to the late Leonce Vidal and Thelma Jenkins Vidal. Barbara is survived by her beloved husband of 47 years, Charles Wilson; her children, Thomas Wilson, Jerry Wilson, and Alisha Fisher; siblings Annie Aldred and...

Jul 19, 2025

Dorothy "Dot" Brock, age 90, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, July 19, 2025. She was born on December 27, 1934, in Columbus, Georgia, to the late Thomas Brock Sr. and the late Verlin Langley Brock. Dot was preceded in death by her brother, James Brock. She is survived by her brother, Thomas Brock Jr. (Dianne) of Columbus;...

Jul 15, 2025

Norman Adams, age 90, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away on July 15, 2025. He was born on October 27, 1934, in Hall County, Georgia, to the late Harve N. Adams and Sarah Jane Grizzle Adams. Norman was preceded in death by his siblings, Onnie Hullender, Ranzie Adams, and Roy Adams.

Norman is survived by his loving wife,...

Jul 10, 2025

Mrs. Theresa "Terry" Carol Perry, age 77, of Dahlonega, GA, passed away peacefully on July 10,  2025.  She was born on November 16, 1947, in Tallassee, Alabama, to the late William Shores and Dorothy Hartshorne Shores. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Doug Perry.

Mrs. Perry is survived by her...

Jul 9, 2025

Gregory Lynn Elder, 71, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away peacefully during his sleep at home on July 9th, 2025. What people remember most isn't what someone said, but how they made you feel. If you ever stepped through Greg Elder's door, you felt it instantly-loved, seen, heard and cared for. He welcomed everyone like an old friend. Greg had...

Jul 4, 2025

Mrs. Minnie Lou Grizzle, age 92, of Dahlonega, GA, passed away on July 4, 2025. She was born on October 24, 1932, in Dahlonega, to the late Fred Thompson and the late Cannie Martin Thompson. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, John Grizzle, and her daughter, Linda Carol Grizzle.

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Jul 3, 2025

Sandi Alford Passmore, 61, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed peacefully into the arms of her Savior and surrendered by her loving family on July 3, 2025, just days before her 62nd birthday. Born in Dahlonega on July 17, 1963, Sandi spent her life deeply rooted in the community she loved and served faithfully.

A devoted mother, grandmother, daughter,...

Jul 1, 2025

Kimberly "Kim" Padgett, age 61, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away on July 1, 2025. She was born on July 19, 1963, in Commerce, Georgia, to Jeanette Livingston and the late David Livingston. Kim was preceded in death by her father and her brother Ty Livingston, as well as her niece Jennifer Livingston. She is survived by her devoted husband...

Jun 29, 2025

Jerry Kenneth Dixon, age 66, passed away on June 29, 2025. He was born on January 2, 1959, in Young Harris, Georgia, to the late James Barton Dixon and the late Bertha Garrett Powers.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his stepfather, Joe Powers, and siblings Elaine Day and Bobby Dixon. He...

Jun 26, 2025

James Wingfield Forrester, Jr. passed away peacefully in Dahlonega, GA, on June 26, 2025, at the age of 82. Jim was born May 10, 1943 in Albany, Georgia to Louise Hall Forrester and James Forrester of Leesburg, GA.

Jim was a dedicated husband to Sarah Frances (Long) for 58 years and father to James, Leigh and Laura....

Jun 26, 2025

RubyAnne Rider Lingerfelt, age 61, of Dawsonville, Georgia, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2025. She was born on May 9, 1964, to the late Major Bolton and Ruby Rice Bolton.

RubyAnne had a deep love for the outdoors and found great joy in jeep riding through the mountains. Her greatest happiness came from spending time with...

Jun 22, 2025

Sallie Inez Gilstrap Smith, 54, passed away peacefully at her home on June 22, 2025. Born on May 18, 1971, to Charles and Frances Gilstrap, Sallie lived a life deeply rooted in faith and love for Jesus Christ. She was a cherished wife, mother, sister, "Mimi," and friend, surrounded by her loving family in her final moments.

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Jun 20, 2025

Edward Robert Beeso II, age 56, of Baldwin, Georgia, passed away on June 20, 2025, in Worcester, Massachusetts, after a long illness—while proudly completing the final check on his bucket list.

Born on March 25, 1969, in Worcester, Massachusetts, Eddie lived a life full of love, grit, and devotion to the people who mattered most to him....

Jun 19, 2025

Thomas Greer, age 53, of Crandall, GA, formerly of Dahlonega, passed away on June 19, 2025. He was born on March 6, 1972, in Ft. Worth, Texas, to the late Thomas Greer and the late Ruth Green Greer. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister, Donna Casperson.

Thomas is survived by...

Jun 14, 2025

Ruby E. Marshall, known fondly as "Tootsy," passed away on June 14, 2025. She was born on March 14, 1932, in Mobile, Alabama, to the late Edwin Entrekin and Reaby Cooper Entrekin. Ruby was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Bascom Marshall, her children Bascom "Cookie" Marshall, Coy Marshall, and Bridgett Quick, as well as three siblings.

Jun 10, 2025

Mrs. Oma Lee Warren, age 94, of Demorest passed away on Tuesday, June 10, 2025.

Mrs. Warren was born in Smokemont, NC on February 4, 1931, to the late Alfred and Maudie Dowdle. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Randal Warren, son Tommy Warren, daughter Sandra Thompson, son-in-law Buddy Garris,...

Jun 8, 2025

Billie Carol Cantrell, age 83, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away on June 8, 2025. She was born on January 3, 1942, in White County to William "Will" Cantrell and Leila Garrett Cantrell.

Billie was a lifelong resident of Lumpkin County and a proud graduate of Lumpkin County High School, Class of 1960. She dedicated 30 years of...

Jun 8, 2025

Timmy Collins, age 44, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away on June 8, 2025. He was born on May 14, 1981, to J.C. "Boddy" Collins and Linda Walker Robinson. Timmy is survived by his beloved son, Andrew Brinley of Gainesville; his parents, Bodie Collins (Jeania) and Linda Robinson (Carl); his siblings Christy Smith, Tammy Sisk (Virgil), Robin Brown and Jim...

Jun 7, 2025

Ray Dean Cox, age 95, of Carrollton, entered his heavenly home on June 7, 2025, and was cremated in accordance with his wishes. Born October 17, 1929, in Toccoa, Ga. Ray's parents Clayton Cox and Ola Mae Cheek Cox preceded him in death. Rays Father died when he was 9 years old and he had to work on his...

Jun 4, 2025

Mr. Larry Byers age 79 of Dahlonega passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend Larry was known for his warm heart, unwavering faith, and love for family, friends, and the outdoors.

A faithful member of St. Paul Methodist Church, Larry's life was rooted in faith and service....