Obituaries
James L Earl
Apr 23, 2025
James (Larry) Earl, 78 of Lavonia, Georgia, after a long illness, passed peacefully at his home on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, surrounded by his family. Larry was born in Hartwell, Georgia on February 28, 1947 to the late Emerson and Macie Earl.
Larry attended Lavonia Technical School, and upon completing his studies, he became a technical laborer. He was preceded in...
Doris Ann Maxwell
Apr 22, 2025
Miss Doris Ann Maxwell, age 74, of Toccoa, GA, passed away Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at Piedmont Hospital in Fayetteville, GA. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later.
James Henry Styles (Courtesy)
Apr 2, 2025
James Henry Styles, son of the late Rev. Lem Styles and Malinda Styles, was born in Lee County, GA on October 21, 1935. He attended the public schools of Lee County and Bibb County, GA, where he graduated from Ballard Hudson Senior High School in 1954. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music in 1958 from Fort Valley...
Kerry L Major, Jr.
Mar 4, 2025
Kerry Major Jr., 39, of Alto, GA, passed away on March 4, 2025. Born in Toccoa, GA, he was the beloved son of Butch and Sheila Major.Kerry was a devoted husband to Jenelle Tyler Major and a loving father to his two daughters, Jade and Kaia Major. As a true “girl dad,” he embraced every moment, from perfecting his living...
Walter Lee Morgan
Feb 22, 2025
Walter Lee Morgan, 74, beloved husband, treasured father, and cherished grandfather, passed away peacefully in his home on February 22, 2025.
Walter was born and raised in Toccoa, Georgia, to the late Jack and Betty Morgan. He was truly dedicated to the love of his life, Teresa Elaine. They married on March 18, 1969, and soon after welcomed their children. He...
John Wesley Gaines
Jan 31, 2025
Mr. John Gaines of Commerce, GA, passed away on January 31, 2025. Funeral services will be held at noon on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at Melvin Hill Church in Carnesville, GA. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. A public viewing for Mr. Gaines will be held on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, from 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. at the funeral...
John Nicely
Jan 20, 2025
Mr. John Nicely, age 64, of Cornelia, Ga, passed away Monday, January 20, 2025 at Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced at a later date.
Darlene Clark
Jan 13, 2025
Darlene Clark, a beloved mother, daughter, sister, and cherished grandmother, passed away peacefully in Newark, NJ, on January 13, 2025, at the age of 69. Darlene's vibrant presence and unwavering spirit touched the lives of all who knew her.
Raised in New Jersey, Darlene embraced life with enthusiasm and compassion. She was deeply devoted to her family, including her mother, Barbara...
Mary Nell Haymond
Jan 3, 2025
Mrs. Mary Nell Haymond departed her life on January 3, 2025. Mary Nell is the daughter of the late George and Rosa Lee Harrison. She joined Deercourt CME Church at an early age. Mary Nell retired f rom USDA as an inspector.
Mary Nell is preceded in death by two sons, Charles Edward Haymond, Jr. and Clifford Haymond, Annie Nell, Patricia,...
Vickie Richie Harris
Dec 31, 2024
Mrs. Vickie Richie Harris, age 68, of Demorest, Ga, passed away Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at New Horizons Habersham.
No further services will be announced.
Mary Hester
Dec 30, 2024
Mary J. Hester was born in Toccoa (StephensCounty),GA, July 20,1951, to the late RobertGlenn Johnson and Beulah Lee Johnson. She graduated from Toccoa High School in 1970. Mary joined TrinityC.M.E.Church at a young age. She served as a stewardess, choir member, and a seamstress for many. She also loved playing playing softball as a short stop and a fan of...
Rebecca Mattox
Dec 29, 2024
Our beloved Rebecca Lynn (Hawkins) Mattox, was born May 10, 1953, to the late Masso & Pearlene Hawkins. She was born at home in SpringView Height, Lavonia, Ga. At the age of 16 she was baptized at New Hope Franklin Baptist Church, August of 1969. Laterin her life, Rebecca attended the Kingdom Hall, under the teaching of Jehovah Witness. She...
Mattie Johnson
2024
Mattie Johnson was born on July 10, 1937, in Elberton, Ga, to the late Sallie White. She was called from her Earthly home on December 23,2024. Mattie was a former member of New Light Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband R.C. Johnson; two children and siblings, Joe Hawkins, Willie Mae Johnson, Sarah Hester Stanley, Pearlene Hawkins,...
L.C. Scott
Dec 16, 2024
Mr. L.C. Scott of New Jersey, formerly of Toccoa, GA, passed away at his home in New Jersey following an extended illness. Born in Toccoa, GA, he was the son of the late Robert N. & Annie Mae Arthur Scott. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Clarena Scott, a host of children, and siblings. His siblings include Betty Brown...
Ebedmelech Winters
Dec 5, 2024
Funeral services for Mr. Ebed Winters, age 51, of Danielsville, GA, will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, December 20, 2024, at the Tabor's Chapel CME Church. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Public Viewing of Mr. Winters will be Thursday, December 19, 2024, from 1-7:00 p.m. at Moss Stovall Neal Funeral Home and from 12:30 p.m. until the...
Gilbert Teasley
Nov 23, 2024
Gilbert "Doo-Rite" Teasley, 73, of Buford, Ga, passed away on November 22,2024 , at Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Braselton, Ga. Gilbert was born in Martin, Ga on January 25, 1951. He attended Toccoa High School and continued his education at North Georgia Technical College pursuing his career as a cosmetologist. In his early adulthood he was the owner of...
Joesphine Pittman Fortson
Nov 21, 2024
Joesphine Pittman Fortson was born on April 11, 1960 in Royston, Ga, to the late Hazel "Pike" and Rosa Lee Cherry Pittman. Joesphine graduated from Franklin County High School in 1978. She attended some college courses at Piedmont College. She was a homemaker.
Joesphine went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at Northeast Georgia Medical Center...
Nelson Morris
Nov 18, 2024
Funeral services for Mr. Nelson Morris, age 61, of Lavonia, GA, will be held at 1:00 p.m. Monday, November 25, 2024, at the Melvin Hill CME Church, Carnesville, GA. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends on Saturday, November 23, 2024, from 3-5:00 p.m. at Moss Stovall Neal Funeral Home.
Johnny Rucker
Nov 15, 2024
Mr. Johnny Rucker, age 70 of Bond Drive, Toccoa, GA passed away at his residence on Friday, November 15, 2024.
A visitation is planned for Saturday, November 23, 2024, from 2 p.m.- 4 p.m., in the Moss-Stovall-Neal Funeral Home chapel.
Glenna Thompson Finley
Nov 6, 2024
It is with great sadness we share the tragic and untimely passing of our beloved Glenna Dawn Thompson Finley, 41, at her home in Martin, Ga, on the morning of Wednesday, November 6, 2024. She was preceded in death by her mother, Marguerite Irene Ware and her father, Glen Howard Thompson.
Mrs. Finley sadly leaves behind her husband, Shelby Ryan Finley;...
