Obituaries

Apr 1, 2016

Pamela Gay Sullens, age 53, of Commerce, GA (formerly of Cumming, GA) passed away on April 1, 2016.

Pamela was preceded in death by her parents, Luther and Myrtle Bagby; and brothers, Charles Bagby and Willie Bagby.

She is survived by her husband,...

Mar 31, 2016

James Harold Magnusson, age 84, of Dawsonville, GA passed away March 31, 2016.

Harold is preceded in death by his parents, Christian and Lila Magnusson.

He is survived by his wife, Joyce Magnusson, Dawsonville, GA; sons and daughters-in-law, Glenn and Lynn Magnusson, New...

Mar 30, 2016

Myrtle M. "Nanny" Wright, age 98 of Dahlonega, GA passed away on Wednesday, March 30, 2016.

Myrtle was the oldest of twelve children, born on September 13, 1917 in Dawsonville, GA. She worked many years at the Burlington Pine Tree Plant in Dahlonega.

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Mar 24, 2016

Anita Berta Bieger, age 82, of Dahlonega, GA passed away on March 24, 2016 following a brief illness.

Anita was preceded in death by her parents, Karl and Elfrieda Zietlow and brother, Dieter Zietlow.

She is survived by her husband of 62 years,...

Mar 22, 2016

Laurence M. "Sunny" Bragg passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 22, 2016 at the age of 87.  A long time resident of Norfolk, Virginia, he was raised in the home at 1027 Graydon Avenue, which he fondly called "Virginada".  He was born to the late Dr. Laurence A. Bragg of Alberta,...

Mar 22, 2016

Betty Jo Greeson Barker, age 81, a long-time resident of Dawsonville, GA (formerly of Gainesville, GA) passed away peacefully on March 22, 2016 surrounded by her family and loved ones. Betty was born in 1934 in Buford, GA and grew up in Rabbitown, GA.

Betty is preceded in death...

Mar 19, 2016

Austin Corey Ash went to be with the Lord on March 19, 2016, he was born with Myotonic Dystrophy on March 21, 1992 and has fought these 24 years to live a life that brought joy to all who knew him. God needed a special angel. He loved baseball and was a member of the...

Mar 12, 2016

James David Webb Sr., age 78, of Lithonia, GA and formerly of Dahlonega, GA, passed away Saturday, March 12, 2016.

James was born March 1, 1938 in Dahlonega, GA. He was employed at the University of North Georgia for many years. James served in the United States Army.

Mar 11, 2016

Franklin "Frank" Leroy Ross, age 80, of Dawsonville, GA passed away on March 11, 2016 following an extended illness.

Frank was born May 25, 1935 in Dahlonega, GA. He was a lifelong resident of Lumpkin and Dawson Counties. He was a drywall contractor and was of the Baptist faith....

Mar 11, 2016

Robert Michael "Mike" Pierce, age 57, of Dahlonega, GA passed away Friday, March 11, 2016.

Mike was a native and lifelong resident of Lumpkin County and was a member of Cavenders Creek Baptist Church in Lumpkin County. He was employed by Koyo Bearings as a gauge technician. Mike was...

Mar 10, 2016

Mr. Paul E. Manley of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away Thursday, March 10, 2016.

Mr. Manley was born May 31, 1928 in Danielsville, Georgia; he was the son of the late Jefferson and Grace Manley and was one of eleven children. Mr. Manley was a member of the Yahoola Baptist...

Mar 8, 2016

Mary Catherine Beresford, age 95, of Dahlonega , GA formerly of Cincinnati , OH passed way Tuesday, March 8, 2016 .

Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Margaret Meyers; and husband, James Beresford.

She is survived by her son...

Mar 8, 2016

Thomas E. Mainor, age 80, of Dahlonega, GA passed away Tuesday, March 8, 2016.

Mr. Mainor was born in Cuthbert, GA December 3, 1935. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War. He had lived in Lumpkin County since 2004 and was retired from the Lykes Meat...

Mar 4, 2016

Jonathan "Jon" Charles Grogan, age 32, a life long resident of Lumpkin County passed away March 4, 2016 following an extended illness.

Jon is survived by his fiancée, Angela Davis and two daughters, Mara, 9 years old and Natalie, 6 years old, Dahlonega, GA; grandmother, Lois Lynch, Dawsonville, GA;...

Mar 3, 2016

Linda Joy (Roush) Havens, 72, formerly of Dahlonega, GA died surrounded by family after a sudden illness Wednesday, March 3, 2016, at the Noble House Retirement Home in Jacksonville, FL.

Linda was born in Woodstock, IL on August 24, 1943 to Clarence L. and Kathryn (McKnight) Roush.

Feb 28, 2016

Diana Joan Roberts Corbin, age 74, of Suches, GA passed away Sunday, February 28, 2016 at Northeast Georgia Medical Center.

Diana was a master gardener who enjoyed camping in the summertime and spending time with her family.

Diana was preceded in death by...

Feb 27, 2016

Patti Davidson-Biesbrock, age 69, of Dahlonega, GA passed way unexpectedly Saturday, February 27, 2016.

Patti believed and trusted in Jesus Christ, and is now with her Savior.

She was born in Syracuse, New York on July 21, 1946. Patti attended Dixie Hollins High...

Feb 26, 2016

Milton "Mickey" Lamar Howard, age 85, of Dawsonville, GA passed away peaceful with his wife of 64 years at his side Friday, February 26, 2016 at his residence.

Mickey was preceded in death by his parents, Lester and Mamie Howard; and brothers, Leon Howard, James Howard, Robert Howard and...

Feb 21, 2016

Thomas Keith Morey, age 66, of Clarkesville, GA, passed away Sunday, February 21, 2016.

Tom was born in Lansing, MI, March 24, 1949. He had lived in Clarkesville since 2004. He was a retired truck driver and served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War.

Feb 12, 2016

Mrs. Zora Hester Robinson, age 90, of Dahlonega, GA, passed away Friday, February 12, 2016 at the Chestatee Regional Hospital in Dahlonega, GA.

Mrs. Robinson was a native and lifelong resident of Lumpkin County. She was a homemaker and attended Community Chapel Church in the Frogtown Community of Lumpkin...