Obituaries
Bobby W White
2026
Bobby White, age 66, of Toccoa, Ga, passed away March 7, 2026.
Public viewing will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 3 pm - 6 pm, at Moss-Stovall-Neal Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life service will be held Sunday, March 15, 2026, at 2 pm, at Zion Hill Baptist Church in Carnesville, GA.
Alphonso L Blassingame
2026
Alphonso Lewis Blassingame was born on May 28, 1970, to Brenda Gale Gholston Blassingame and the late William Clinton Blassingame.
“Al,” as he was affectionately known by those who knew and loved him, was preceded in death by his father, William Clinton Blassingame; his brother, William Bernard Blassingame; and his grandparents, William Gholston and Jimmie Lou Gholston, and Luther Blassingame and...
Mark A McCurdy
2026
Mr. Mark Anthony McCurdy, age 77, formerly of Toccoa, passed away Friday, March 6. 2026.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced at a later date.
Gilbert D Burton
Mar 4, 2026
Mr. Gilbert Dale Burton, age 70, of Toccoa, Ga passed away Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced at a later date.
Elaine "Sweetpea" Harbin
Mar 3, 2026
Mrs. Elaine "Sweetpea" Harbin, of Dacula, Ga and First Lady of Bean Creek Baptist Church of Sautee Nacoochee, Ga passed away Monday, March 2, 2026.
There will be a Celebration of Life service Monday, March 9, 2026, 1 pm, at Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Flowery Branch, Ga.
Mary A Fortson
2026
Mrs. Mary Alice Fortson, age 79, of Toccoa, Ga passed away Saturday, February 28, 2026.
There will be a public viewing for Mrs. Fortson on Friday, March 6, 2026, from 3-6 pm at the funeral home, with a wake starting at 5 pm. A Celebration of Life service will be held Saturday, March 7, 2026, at 3 pm, at Crossroads Baptist...
Jerry L Tukes
Feb 20, 2026
Jerry Lee Tukes, born on April 3, 1963, entered eternal rest surrounded by the love of his family. He was the beloved son of the late Leroy Tukes and Zora Bell Tukes Wheeler. He was preceded in death by his father, Leroy Tukes, his two brothers, Roy Montgomery, James Mitchell Tukes and nephew Christopher Tukes (Mooka).
Jerry leaves to Cherish behind...
L.J. Harrison
Feb 17, 2026
L.J. Harrison lived a life that quietly yet powerfully reshaped the communities he touched. Born on December 10, 1937, in Oconee County, South Carolina, to the late Mary Poole Harrison Haymond and S.J. Harrison, he entered a world defined by hardship—but also by resilience.
In 1940, at just four years old, he moved with his family to Stephens County, Georgia, when...
James A Neal, Jr.
Feb 16, 2026
James Arthur Neal, Jr., “Jim,” departed this life on February 16, 2026, after a brief illness.
Jim was born on March 5, 1966, in Toccoa, GA, to the late James Arthur Neal, Sr., and Queenelle Edwards Neal. He was a faithful and devoted member of Friendship Baptist Church, joining in 1973. Over the years, he served diligently on the Deacon Board,...
Christopher Lee
Jan 31, 2026
Mr. Christopher Lee, age 19, of Toccoa, GA, passed away on January 31, 2026.
Rebecca Merriett
Jan 29, 2026
Rebecca Joyce Merriett was born on February 22,1957 in Martin Georgia to the late Howard and Lucille Merriett, who raised her with love, strength, and unwavering support. From a young age, she displayed a vibrant spirit, a kind heart, and a natural ability to bring joy to those around her.
Whether it was her infectious laughter, her caring nature, or her...
Robert Lee Banks
Jan 26, 2026
On Monday, January 26, 2026, Robert transitioned peacefully into eternal life.
Robert was born to the late Ellion and Grace Banks. He was preceded in death by his brother, Ben Gholston; his sisters, Queen Ester Gholston and MaryJean Gholston; and several older siblings.
He leaves to cherish his memory three sons, Elliott Banks, Duwayne Langham, and Aaron Trotter; one daughter, Kendra Patterson;...
Myrtle Williams
Jan 18, 2026
Ms. Myrtle Williams departed this life on January 18, 2026, at PruittHealth Nursing Home in Toccoa, Georgia. She was born on January 30, 1935, in Toccoa, Georgia, to the late Mr. Jessie Moore and Ms. Vania Moore.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. Jessie Moore and Ms. Vania Moore; her beloved husband, Roy William; her sons, Douglas Warren...
Linda Carvin Higginbotham
Jan 15, 2026
Ms. Linda C. Higginbotham was born on December 16, 1957, to the late Sam and Margaret Carvin. She departed this life on January 15, 2026, at Northeast Georgia Medical Center, following an extended illness.
She grew up in Toccoa, Georgia, where she attended school and later married the late Leonard C Higginbotham.
Linda was employed for over 25 years with GEM Southeast...
Corazon Cleveland
Jan 3, 2026
Mrs. Corazon Lim Cleveland, age 69, of Martin, GA, passed away January 3, 2026, at Piedmont Athens Hospital.
Funeral services for Mrs. Cleveland will be held on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., with burial following at the Toccoa City Cemetery. Public viewing for Mrs. Cleveland is on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, from 3:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Donald Cadet
Jan 1, 2026
Mr. Donald Cadet, age 65, of Gainesville, GA, passed away on January 1, 2026. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later.
Preston L Watkins
Dec 23, 2025
Mr. Preston Watkins, age 51, of Commerce, Ga passed away Tuesday, December 23, 2025.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced at a later date.
Enoch Allen
Dec 16, 2025
Mr. Enoch Allen, age 81, of Toccoa, Ga passed away Tuesday, December 16, 2025.
There will be a Celebration of Life service on Saturday, December 20, 2025, 1:30 pm, at Friendship Baptist Church. Public viewing will be held Saturday, December 20, 2025, from 1- funeral hour, at Friendship Baptist Church.
Princetta Edwards
2025
Ms. Princetta Edwards, age 52, passed away, Sunday, December 14, 2025, at Piedmont Regional Hospital in Henry County, Ga.
Arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced at a later date.
Chanda Marie Lofton
2025
Ms. Chanda Lofton, age 49, formerly of Lavonia, Ga, passed away Monday, December 1, 2025, at Wellstar Spaulding Regional Hospital in Griffin, Ga.
There will be a memorial service Saturday, December 13, 2025, 1 pm, in the Moss-Stovall-Neal Funeral Home chapel.
