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Mary Bellelsle Godwin

Mary Bellelsle Godwin

Oct 3, 2025

Mary BelleIsle Godwin passed away peacefully at Traces of Tiger in Tiger, GA, on Friday, October 3, 2025.

Born in Ashville, NC on July 8, 1937, she was a member of East Cobb United Methodist Church.

Mary's life was filled with love and devotion to her family. She is fondly remembered for her unwavering kindness and the joy she found in welcoming...

Jack Foster

Jack Foster

Oct 3, 2025

Jack Foster, 82, passed away peacefully on October 3 at his home in Demorest, Georgiaa, with his wife of 62 years, Patricia Sizemore Foster, by his side.

A private family graveside service officiated by Rev. Keith Cox of Waynesboro First Methodist Church will be held at Yonah Memorial Gardens in Demorest, Georgia on October 7th.

Jack was born at home and raised...

Jeffrey Alan Throneberry

Jeffrey Alan Throneberry

Oct 1, 2025

Jeff Throneberry, of Banks County, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, in Northeast Georgia, at the age of 76.

Born on March 1st, 1949, in Seattle, Washington, Jeff was the son of the late Neal and Loretta Throneberry.

Jeff’s life was one marked by curiosity and service to others. A proud veteran and skilled craftsman by trade, he built his...

Jeremiah "Jay Bird" Daniel Allison

Jeremiah "Jay Bird" Daniel Allison

Sep 28, 2025

Jeremiah "Jay Bird" Daniel Allison, age 47, of Maysville, Georgia passed away on Sunday, September 28, 2025.

Mr. Allison was born on January 14, 1978 in Habersham County, Georgia to the late David Allison and June Simmons Allison. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Michelle Martin; grandchild, Alden Allison; paternal grandparents, Barbara and Grady...

Jose Antonio Alvarado Macario

Jose Antonio Alvarado Macario

Sep 27, 2025

José Antonio Alvarado Macario, de 36 años, de Cornelia, Georgia, falleció el 27 de septiembre de 2025.

José nació el 13 de julio de 1989 en México. Le precedió en la muerte su padre, Gildardo Alvarado.

Le sobreviven su amada esposa, Andrea Zavala, de Cornelia; hijo, Giovanni Alvarado, de Cornelia; Antonio Alvarado o Cornelia; Joséph Alvarado o Cornelia; Dylan Alvarado o Cornelia;...

Yvonne Jean Franklin Rudeseal

Yvonne Jean Franklin Rudeseal

Sep 24, 2025

Yvonne Jean Franklin Rudeseal, age 85, of Mt. Airy, Georgia went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, September 24, 2025.

Mrs. Rudeseal was born on September 11, 1940 in Habersham County, Georgia to the late Gene and Sarah Alexander Franklin. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 64 years, Raymond H. Rudeseal;...

Linda Jean Whitfield Poole

Linda Jean Whitfield Poole

Sep 18, 2025

Linda Jean Whitfield Poole, age 78, of Homer, Georgia passed away on Thursday, September 18, 2025.

Mrs. Poole was born on January 26, 1947 in Banks County, Georgia to the late Hubert and Gertrude Caudell Whitfield. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Billy Poole; sisters, Carolyn Purcell, Wansa Purcell, Sue Vern Moore, Genell...

Vivian Ann Mull Pugh

Vivian Ann Mull Pugh

Sep 14, 2025

Vickie Ann Mull Pugh, age 65, of Alto, Georgia went to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 14, 2025.

Mrs. Pugh was born on July 17, 1960 in Gastonia, North Carolina to the late Leola Mae Mull and Randall Doc Mull. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Grady Pugh; sons, Robert Eugene Cabe...

Evelyn Nicole Kritner

Evelyn Nicole Kritner

Sep 13, 2025

Evelyn Nicole Kritner, the precious daughter of Jeff and Cassie Kritner, was born on July 27, 2025 in Hall County, Georgia, and in her short time on earth brought immeasurable joy and love to all who knew her. At just one month old, Evelyn was the sweetest and happiest baby, blessing her family with her constant smiles and cheerful spirit.

She...

Donald Wilbur Fordham

Donald Wilbur Fordham

Sep 7, 2025

Donald W. Fordham, age 83, of Alto, Georgia went to his heavenly home on Sunday, September 7, 2025.

Upon arrival, he was greeted by those who went before him- his parents, Wilbur and Jane Whitaker Fordham, his brother, Clisby Fordham; his sister, Yvonne Burnsed; his son, Danny Fordham, plus a child, two grandchildren, and a great-grandchild. Together, they can now rejoice...

Larry Richard Clements

Larry Richard Clements

Sep 4, 2025

Larry R. Clements, age 78, of Cornelia, Georgia went to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 4, 2025.

Mr. Clements was born on December 2, 1946 in Fitzgerald, Georgia to the late Walter and Evelyn Williamson Clements.

Survivors include his loving wife of 55 years, Beverly Davis Clements, of Cornelia; sons, Jonathan Clements, of Buford; Jeremy Clements, of Cumming; granddaughter, Ella...

Leonard Otey Waldron

Leonard Otey Waldron

Sep 3, 2025

Leonard Otey Waldron, age 90, of Demorest, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, September 3, 2025.

He was born on August 9, 1935 in Roanoke, Virginia to the late Earl Gilmore Waldron and Bessie Edna Webber Waldron. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Edward Earl Waldron, Alton Morris Waldron, Allie Lee Waldron; and granddaughter, Ashley...

Carolyn Jean Campbell Tilson

Carolyn Jean Campbell Tilson

Aug 29, 2025

Carolyn Jean Campbell Tilson, age 80, of Banks County, Georgia gained her Heavenly Wings on Friday, August 29, 2025 following a sudden illness.

Mrs. Tilson was born on February 15, 1945 in Jackson County, Georgia to the late Eugene Campbell and Louise Gunter Campbell. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 58 years,...

Terence Joseph Lally

Terence Joseph Lally

Aug 27, 2025

Terence Joseph "Terry" Lally, age 57, of Homer, Georgia passed away on Wednesday, August 27, 2025.

Born in Troy, NY, he was adopted at age four by Thomas and JoAnn Lally. He attended East Greenbush Schools and graduated from Columbia High School. As a proud member of Boy Scouts Troop 41, he took part in winter freeze-out camping trips and a...

Rebecca Farmer

Rebecca Farmer

Aug 21, 2025

Rebecca Farmer, age 76, of Clarkesville, Georgia passed away on Thursday, August 21, 2025. Per Mrs. Farmer's wishes, she was cremated and no services to be held. To assist the family with final expense, the family respectfully request memorials may be made to Whitfield Funeral Homes & Crematory, P.O. Box 1113, Cornelia, Georgia 30531 or online at whitfieldfuneralhomes.com Arrangements have...

Georgina R. Diaz

Georgina R. Diaz

Aug 9, 2025

Georgina R. Díaz, age 77, of Cornelia, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 9, 2025, surrounded by her family. Mrs. Díaz was born on October 1, 1947, in Barranquitas, Puerto Rico, to the late Francisco Rivera and Rosa Díaz. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters: María Rivera, Antonia Rivera, Manuela Rivera, Hilda Rivera...

Laura Ann McCown

Laura Ann McCown

Aug 4, 2025

Laura Ann McCown, age 81, of Demorest, Georgia formerly of Hueytown, Alabama passed away on Monday, August 4, 2025.

Mrs. McCown was born January 11, 1944, in Birmingham, Alabama to the late Ollie Jack Cost and Frances Eileen Lonergan Cost. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Stanley Hyde McCown, and sister, Peggy Joyce (William)...

William Harrell Lloyd

William Harrell Lloyd

Aug 2, 2025

William "Bill" Harrell Lloyd, II, age 66, of Athens, Georgia passed away on Saturday, August 2, 2025.

Mr. Lloyd was born on March 2, 1959 in El Paso County, Texas to the late William Harrell Lloyd and Hilma Elaine Schwendinger Lloyd.

Mr. Lloyd's wishes were to be cremated and no formal services held.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Whitfield Funeral Homes &...

Irma Jean Butler

Irma Jean Butler

Aug 1, 2025

Irma Jean Butler, age 85, of Demorest, Georgia passed away on Friday, August 1, 2025.

Mrs. Butler's wishes were to be cremated and no formal services held.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Whitfield Funeral Homes & Crematory, North Chapel at 245 Central Avenue, Demorest, Georgia 30535. Telephone: 706-778-1700.

Martha Sewell

Martha Sewell

Aug 1, 2025

Martha Butler Smith Sewell, age 81, of Baldwin, Georgia passed away on Friday, August 1, 2025.

Mrs. Sewell was born on October 25, 1943 in Cobb County, Georgia to the late Tom Butler and Lois Ledbetter Butler. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Grady P. Smith; her second husband, Johnny Sewell; her sisters,...

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