Obituaries

May 20, 2025

Ms. Marilyn Gober, age 74, of Toccoa, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her residence on May 20, 2025.

A graveside service to celebrate her life will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Toccoa City Cemetery.

May 16, 2025

Marilyn Teasley Cash was born on June 1, 1948, in Toccoa, Ga to the late Margaret Teasley Harrison and the late Earlie Cowan. Marilyn entered her eternal rest Thursday, May 16, 2025.

She accepted the lord at an early age, at Martin Grove Baptist Church. She attended Whitman Street High School, Class of 1966. Marilyn retired from Lanier Clothing in Toccoa,...

May 14, 2025

Mrs. Bettye Lou Gholston was born on March 27, 1944, to the late George Huff and Reba Martin-Hawks. She was educated in the Jackson County School System and attended Bryan High School in Jefferson, GA. She worked diligently as a laborer at the Oxford Sewing Plant in commerce and later at BJC Medical Center.

On Tuesday, May 13, 2025, after an...

May 6, 2025

Mr Todd Means, age 59 of Carnesville, GA, passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at Emory University Hospital in Atlanta, GA. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later.

May 4, 2025

Funeral services for Mr. Antron Smith will be held on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at Trinity CME Church, Franklin Street, Toccoa, GA. Burial will follow at the Toccoa City Cemetery. A public viewing will be held on Monday, May 12, 2025, from 2:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Apr 28, 2025

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...

Apr 22, 2025

On Tuesday, April 22, 2025, Doris made her transition to eternal life.Doris was the daughter of Charles and Lorene Maxwell. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Emmanuel, Wayne, and Larry Maxwell, as well as, Syncere Humphries, her great-grandson.She worked in manufacturing for many years. She enjoyed cooking, watching tv, meeting and talking to...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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. 

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...

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,...

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.

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...

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...

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,...

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...