Local Obituaries
Gerald Kenneth Hart
Apr 3, 2026
Gerald Kenneth Hart, age 89, of Cornelia, Georgia, entered the gates of Heaven in the early hours of Friday, April 3, 2026, singing praises as he met Jesus face to face.
Born on March 23, 1937, in Banks County, Georgia, he was the son of the late Will Hart and Josephine Dodd Hart. Kenneth proudly served his country in the United...
Timothy Wayne Gragg
Apr 2, 2026
Timothy Wayne Gragg, age 64, of the Batesville Community in Clarkesville, Georgia, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 2, 2026.
Born on April 5, 1961, in Demorest, Georgia, Tim was the son of Ed Wayne Gragg of Clarkesville and the late Gussie Virginia Jenkins Gragg. A proud graduate of Habersham Central High School, Class of 1979, he...
Carolyn Sue Meeks
Apr 1, 2026
Carolyn Sue Meeks, age 66, of Toccoa, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 1, 2026.
Born on February 1, 1960, in Warm Springs, Georgia, Carolyn was the beloved daughter of the late Nathan Meeks and Bobbie Long Meeks. She was a woman of quiet strength, deep love, and unique passions that brought joy not only to her life but to those...
Gena Cotton Carlan
Mar 31, 2026
Gena Cotton Carlan, age 60, of Lula, Georgia, went to her heavenly home on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
Born on September 6, 1965, in Haines City, Florida, she was the daughter of the late Jules “Jude” Cotton and Gloria Coker Cotton.
Gena was a devoted wife, mother, sister, “GeGe,” aunt, and friend. Her generous spirit and deep compassion touched the lives of...
Henry Grady Page, Jr.
Mar 30, 2026
Henry Grady Page, Jr., age 73, of Cornelia, passed away on Monday, March 30, 2026.
Born on November 1, 1952, in Gainesville, he was a son of the late Henry Grady Page, Sr. and Marie Jane Childers Page Kent. Henry is remembered by his family as a happy, fun-loving, good-hearted, carefree individual, who loved his family and enjoyed being spoiled by...
Frances Lee Bailey Roberts
Mar 18, 2026
Frances Lee Bailey Roberts, age 75, of Gainesville, Georgia, took her heavenly flight home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, following an extended illness.
Born on November 25, 1950, in Gainesville, Georgia, Frances was the beloved daughter of the late Homer Lee Bailey and Grace Gerrin Bailey. She lived a life defined by unwavering faith, joyful service,...
Jerry Lee Hamilton
Mar 15, 2026
Jerry Lee Hamilton, age 69, of Clarkesville, Georgia, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 15, 2026.
Born in Demorest, Georgia on June 21, 1956, he was a son of the late Bud Hamilton and Vera Mae York Hamilton. Jerry was the owner and operator of Hill Switch Tire Shop in Clarkesville, where he faithfully served his community...
Gene Ray Chitwood
Mar 12, 2026
Gene Ray Chitwood, age 88, of Lula, Georgia, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Born in Lula, Georgia on June 23, 1937, he was a son of the late Luther S. Chitwood and Onie Jean Crenshaw Chitwood. Gene proudly served his country in the United States Army and retired as a Chief Warrant Officer 4...
Susan Ann Boisclair
Mar 12, 2026
Susan Ann Boisclair, age 51, of Alto, Georgia, passed away Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Born in Demorest, Georgia on February 27, 1975, she was the daughter of David Edgar Boisclair and Janet Sue Collins Boisclair of Alto. Susan worked as a shift supervisor with Arby’s in Cornelia, where she was well known for her dedication and strong work ethic.
Susan was a...
George Thomas "Tom" Perry
Mar 11, 2026
George Thomas “Tom” Perry, age 68, of Cornelia, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Born in Gainesville, Georgia on December 12, 1957, Tom was the son of the late James Howard Perry and Rebecca Ann Brown Perry. He was a proud graduate of Habersham Central High School, Class of 1975. Following graduation, Tom served his country honorably in...
Roy Merrifield
Mar 9, 2026
Roy Leslie Merrifield of Alto, GA, passed away on March 9, 2026, at the age of 79.
Roy was excited to enroll in biblical studies in his twenties, first attending the theological seminary at Newbold College in England and then obtaining a Master of Divinity degree at Andrews University in Michigan. He then had a long and successful career as a...
Linda Griffin Palmer
Mar 7, 2026
Linda Griffin Palmer, age 82, of Clarkesville, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 7, 2026. Surrounded by the love of family and the legacy of a life well lived, Linda leaves behind many cherished memories for those who knew and loved her.
Born on February 27, 1944, she was the daughter of the late Albert “Mack” Griffin and Elise Rebecca...
Troy Randall "Randy" Masters
Mar 6, 2026
Troy Randall “Randy” Masters, age 68, of Alto, Georgia, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, March 6, 2026.
Born in Gainesville, Georgia on January 29, 1958, Randy was the son of the late Fred Marion Masters, Sr. and Ollie Odean McClure Masters. He was a proud graduate of Habersham Central High School, Class of 1976, and later earned...
Billy Joe Williams
Mar 6, 2026
Billy Joe Williams, 87, of Cornelia, Georgia went home to be with the Lord on Friday, March 6, 2026.
Born in Rabun County, Georgia on June 10, 1938, he was a son of the late Elmer Charles Williams and Mildred Nix Williams. Billy Joe was a hardworking man who dedicated much of his life to serving both his community and his...
Steven Dewayne Holland
Mar 1, 2026
Steven Dewayne Holland, age 64, of Baldwin, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Born on July 7, 1961, in Franklin, North Carolina he was the son of the late Doyle Holland and the late Marlene Cope Cantrell. Steve dedicated more than 40 years of faithful service to Solmax. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting,...
Harvey Lamar Dodd
Feb 27, 2026
Harvey Lamar Dodd, age 77, of Alto, Georgia, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, February 27, 2026.
Born on January 21, 1949, in Alto, he was the beloved son of the late Chester Dodd, Sr. and Margaret Davidson Dodd. Harvey served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He was known as a hardworking, dependable...
Dennis James Norton
Feb 27, 2026
Dennis James Norton, age 67, of Mount Airy, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 27, 2026.
Born in Demorest on October 2, 1958, Dennis was the son of the late Thomas Enoch Norton and Joyce Mote Norton. From an early age, he carried with him the values of hard work, loyalty, and devotion to family that would define his life.
Dennis was...
Phyllis Wilbanks Johnson
Feb 25, 2026
Phyllis Wilbanks Johnson, age 75, of Baldwin, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.
Born on April 1, 1950, at “The Charm House” in Clarkesville, she was the daughter of the late Telford and Ostine Smith Wilbanks. Phyllis was a proud graduate of South Habersham High School, Class of 1967. On June 15, 1968, she married...
Patsy Josephine Armour
Feb 23, 2026
Patsy Josephine Armour, age 70, of Alto, Georgia, took her heavenly flight home to be with the Lord on Monday, February 23, 2026.
Born on January 26, 1956, in Demorest, Georgia, Patsy was the beloved daughter of the late Leco and Polly Josephine Waters Armour. She was a woman of gentle spirit and generous heart, whose greatest joy in life was...
Phyllis Charlene Smith
Feb 20, 2026
Phyllis Charlene Smith, age 75, of Toccoa, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, February 20, 2026, following a courageous battle with cancer.
Born on September 11, 1950, in Gastonia, North Carolina, Phyllis was the daughter of the late Charlie Ellington Smith and Mildred Tench Smith. She lived a life marked by strength, determination, and quiet compassion for others.
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