Obituaries
Raymond Crosby
2024
Mr. Raymond Crosby, age 76, of Toccoa, Ga, passed away August 20, 2024 at his residence.
There are no further arrangements at this time.
J.C. (Pole) Cash
2024
J.C. Cash aka "Pole", was born January 17, 1959, in Martin, Ga, to the late R.C. and Pearlee Mea Thornton Cash. J.C. was a native of Stephens County. He attended Franklin County schools. He was employed with Toccoa Casket Company and Gems Industry for many years. J.C. loved his family, and lived life to the fullest.
He was a gift from...
Marguerite Ware
Aug 16, 2024
Mrs. Marguerite Ware, age 79 of Old Seven Forks Road, Toccoa, GA passed away Friday, August 16, 2024 at her residence.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later.
Gloria Grant
Aug 16, 2024
Gloria Grant, a cherished resident of Toccoa, Georgia, passed away on August 16, 2024 in Demorest, Georgia. Born on April 22, 1949, in Toccoa, Gloria lived a life full of purpose and devotion, exemplifying the values she held dear throughout her years.
Gloria dedicated her career to the healthcare field and undertook housekeeping responsibilities, demonstrating her remarkable sense of selflessness and...
Trampest L Richie
Aug 14, 2024
Trampest L. Richie, age 54 was born December 19, 1969 to the late Robert B.J. Richie and Gracie Hunter Richie. He departed his life on August 14, 2024 in Indianapolis, IN.
Trampest was a beloved father, brother, uncle and friend. He leaves to cherish his memory, his 3 daughters, Adundrea Jones, Kearra Wiley and Quacha Stone, all of Toccoa, Ga. One...
Brenda Thomas
Aug 14, 2024
Brenda Martin Reed Thomas passed away at Stephens County Hospital on August 14th, 2024. She was born on April 9, 1952, to the late Ervin A. Martin and Nellie B. Martin in Toccoa, GA.
She attended Whitman Street High School. Her home church was Mount Zion Baptist Church for many years. Brenda had a passion for style and loved to shop....
Alfredia Morris
Aug 5, 2024
Ms. Alfredia Morris beloved mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2024, at the age of 59. Born on May 13, 1965, Alfredia lived a life full of love, compassion, and dedication to her family and community.
Alfredia was known for her warm heart, generous spirit, and unwavering kindness. She touched the lives of many with her selfless...
Mitchell Law
Jul 28, 2024
Funeral Services for Mr. Mitchell Law, age 60, of Commerce, GA, will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, August 2, 2024, at the Homer First Baptist Church, Homer, GA. Mr. Law's public viewing will be Thursday, August 1, 2024, from 2 to 7:00 p.m. at Moss Stovall Neal Funeral Home, Toccoa, GA.
Montena S. Carney
Jul 15, 2024
Rev. Montena S. McCurdy Carney, age 86, loving mother of two sons, Carl J. Carney and Stephan L. Carney; beloved grandmother of Alicia. Lauren, Carl Jr., Jason, Sierra, Desmario, Toriano, Anjahlinah, Orianna, Pedro, Adriana, and Cecilia; and a great grandmother.
She was the daughter of the late Frank Roy and Willie Mae McCurdy; sister of Harriet, Conzella, Lana, and the late...
Bobby Delano McGarity
Jul 14, 2024
Mr. Bobby Delano McGarity, 87, Command Sergeant Major, U.S. Army (Retired), formerly of Toccoa, GA, passed away peacefully at home on July 14, 2024, in Glen Burnie, MD. Bobby was born October 11, 1936, to Swilling McGarity and Mildred (McCurdy-McGarity) Reese in Toccoa, GA.
In 1955, Bobby began his illustrious 20-year career in the U.S. Army as a Transportation Specialist, serving...
Lizzie B Burton
Jul 14, 2024
Lizzie Bea Burton started her life journey March 24, 1923, in Martin, Georgia. She was born to the late Ada (Earle) and James Fruster. She was the fifth of twelve siblings, all of whom have preceded her in death.
She gave her life to the Lord as a young girl, joining Cleveland CME Church, where she was a faithful member until...
Gilbert Lee Scott
Jun 27, 2024
Mr. Gilbert Lee Scott, Jr. was born December 11, 1950, in Lavonia, GA, to the late Gilbert L. Scott, Sr. and Mary Ruth Scott of Lavonia, GA.
Mr. Gilbert Scott was brother to William H. Scott (deceased), Mary K. Scott, Sarah Francis Mills (deceased), Ann Scott Lett, Earl Scott (deceased), Harvey Scott, Herbert Scott (deceased), Joyce Scott Cherry (deceased), Junior Scott,...
Mae Sam Harrison
Jun 25, 2024
Ms. Mae Sam Harrison was born July 27, 1939, in Oconee, SC, to the late SJ Harrison and Mary Elizabeth Poole Harrison Haymond.
Mae Sam became a member of St. Mark Baptist Church in her early life. She worked at Stephens County Head Start. Later, she became a caregiver for the State of Georgia, where she retired in her early 60s.
Mae...
Thomas Terrell, Jr.
Jun 17, 2024
Thomas Terrell, Jr. was born August 5, 1930, to Thomas Terrell, Sr. and Gaither Steeple
Terrell in Toccoa, Georgia. He graduated from Toccoa Colored School in 1950. He
served in the United States Army as a Military Police Officer from 1951-1954.
Thomas has been with his wife, Thelma Brewer Terrell, for 60 years. When...
Donald Wyatt Echols
Jun 8, 2024
Mr. Donald Wyatt Echols, age 65 of Ridgecrest Drive, Toccoa, GA passed away Saturday, June 8, 2024 at his residence. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later.
Melvin Thomas O'Neal
Jun 7, 2024
Mr. Melvin Thomas O'Neal of Clayton, NC, brother of Betty O'Neal Mance of Toccoa, GA, passed away on June 7, 2024. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 15, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. at Burning Bush Baptist Church in Springfield, NC. Sanders Funeral Home in Springfield, NC, is in charge of arrangements.
Announcement courtesy of Moss-Stovall-Neal Funeral Home.
R. DeJuan Cash
May 21, 2024
Dejuan Cash, son, brother, uncle, friend, and Georgia Bulldogs #1 fan.He was born in Stephens County, GA, on August 27, 1975, to James D. Brown and Nettie Sue Cash. Dejuan departed this life on May 21, 2024. Dejuan was a Christian and faithful member of Ellis Chapel CME Church, where he was a member of the Boys to Men Club,...
Lessie Canady Lasseter
May 12, 2024
Lessie Beatrice Canady Lasseter, born September 30, 1927, in Millen, Georgia, to the proud parents Deacon Joe Cephus andLessie Beatrice Shoemake Canady, peacefully passed away on Mother’s Day, May 12, 2024, at Stephens County Hospital inToccoa, Georgia. Coincidentally, it was the same day her youngest sister, Rubye Canady Oldyn, also departed in 2021.Growing up in a Christian household alongside her...
Emma Gillerson
May 9, 2024
Ms. Emma “Lou Lou” Gillerson was born January 29, 1950, to the late Jesse andElizabeth Smith. She attended Whitman Street High School, where she was acheerleader, and graduated with the class of 1969. She gave her life to the lord inOctober of 1985, at the Reach Out Time Chapel, under the leadership of the late WillieB. Hayes. Emma immediately stepped...
Jerry Lene Pittman
Apr 29, 2024
Memorial Services for Mrs. Jerry Lene Cash Pittman, age 73 of Toccoa, GA will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, May 2, 2024, at the Friendship Baptist church with Pastor Tramon Butts officiating.
