Obituaries

Allyson Cook McGraw

Dec 1, 2024

Glynda Allyson Cook McGraw (75), retired teacher and educator, of Hiawassee, GA passed away on December 1st, 2024 after a sudden and brief illness. Allyson was born in Lagrange, GA to Vivian E. Stephens and Claude Lee Cook, Jr. She was raised by a single mother in a suburb of Atlanta, GA while her mother worked for Delta Airlines. She...

Mary Brooks

Jan 18, 2025

Mary Jane Brooks, age 91, passed away on January 18, 2025. Born on February 10, 1933, in Murphy, North Carolina, grew up in the Martins Creek Community before moving to Atlanta where she spent most of her life and raised her children. Mary Jane was a devoted wife, a wonderful mother, a loving grandmother, and a beloved sister. Her faith...

Karen Kendall

Jan 17, 2025

Karen Kendall, age 64, passed on the 17th of January 2025 after a courageous battle with stage four ovarian cancer. Karen was born in 1960 in Lock Port, New York. She spent most of her life in North Florida but moved to Georgia where she met the love of her life, Ron Kendall. Karen moved to North Georgia with Ron...

Albert Gilchrest Sherman, Jr.

Jan 17, 2025

Albert "A.G." G. Sherman, Jr., 89, of Blairsville, GA, passed away on January 17, 2025. He was born on December 2, 1935, in Miami, FL, to the late Albert and Pauline Sherman.

He proudly served his country as a member of the United States Marine Corps, and his dedication to service was a testament to his strong character.

A. G. had a...

Jack Jones

Jan 15, 2025

Jack E. Jones Jr., age 79 passed away January 15, 2025, at Northside Hospital in Atlanta. Jack was born on June 14, 1945, in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, and was a resident of Morganton, Georgia, where he lived a life filled with service, love, and dedication.

Jack's journey through life was marked by his fervent commitment to his family and community. He...

David Camby

Jan 14, 2025

David Edgar Camby, 76, of Murphy, North Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, peacefully at home in Murphy, NC. David was born February 12, 1948, in Asheville, NC to Junior and Bernice Camby.

David was preceded in death by father, Junior Camby; mother, Bernice Camby.

He is survived by his wife Mary Lou Camby; daughters Melanie Osborn (Donald) and Cara...

Manon Salser Thompson

Jan 14, 2025

Manon Salser Thompson, 93, of Blairsville, GA, passed away on January 14th, 2025. She was born on February 19th, 1931, in Racine, OH, to the late Grover and Emma Salser.

Manon was a woman of many interests and talents. Her green thumb blossomed in her cherished garden, where she cultivated not only vibrant flowers but also friendships with her dear Church...

Troy Seabolt

Jan 13, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Troy Seabolt, resident of Blairsville, GA, who left this world peacefully on January 13, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on June 5, 1942, a beloved daddy, papaw, brother, and uncle, he was known for his warmth and kindness that touched everyone he met.

Troy called Blairsville, Georgia, home,...

Larry Emilius Kimsey

Jan 12, 2025

Larry Emilius Kimsey, 88, of Ducktown, TN, passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2025, in Ducktown, TN. Larry was born April 18, 1936, in Atlanta, GA to James Parks Kimsey and Evelyn Kimsey.

Larry was preceded in death by his mother, Evelyn Kimsey; father, James Parks Kimsey; and son, Mike Kimsey.

He is survived by his wife, JoAnn Kimsey; daughter, Kathleen (Rick)...

Jeffrey Smith

Jan 11, 2025

Jeffrey Lynn Smith, a cherished father, brother, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2025, at the age of 56. Born on June 25, 1968.

If you met him, you loved him. Jeff had a laugh that could brighten your darkest days, a hug that could heal anything, and a way of letting you know what you meant to...

Geree Pittman

Jan 11, 2025

Mrs. Geree Elizabeth Pittman of Epworth, Georgia, passed away on Saturday January 11, 2025 following an extended illness. Mrs. Pittman was born on August 8, 1932 to the late Ted and Juanita Seabolt of McCaysville, Georgia. Geree was an adored wife, mother, and grandmother who was beloved by those who knew her.

Mrs. Pittman was a graduate of McCaysville High School....

Ruth Hanrahan

Jan 10, 2025

Ruth N. Hanrahan of Blue Ridge, Georgia left her earthly home on January 10, 2025 after suffering a heart attack on New Year's Eve. She was born February 4, 1928 in Ghent, Minnesota and was one of eight children (four daughters and four sons) born to Robert and Fern Nicholson.

Ruth was predeceased by her loving husband Vincent A. Hanrahan, her...

Joyce (Nell) Lynell Martin

Jan 10, 2025

Joyce Lynell “Nell” Martin, 85, of Murphy, NC, passed away on January 10, 2025.

Nell was born on April 19, 1939 to Beatrice & Andrew Smith in Cario, GA. After Nell graduated from Cario high school in 1957, she went on to Atlanta, GA to seek a career.

After moving to Atlanta, she started her first job at B & L telephone...

JoAnn Francis

Jan 9, 2025

Wilma "JoAnn" Francis, 78, died at the Clay County Care Center in Hayesville, NC on January 9, 2025 after fighting a long battle with cancer. She was born on September 3, 1946 to the late George and Wilma Deitrick. JoAnn is survived by her daughter Dawn (Aaron) Martin of Warne, NC, her sister Kathy (Mike) Maziar of Zanesville, Ohio, her...

Martha Jean Craig Aaron Sims

Jan 9, 2025

Martha Sims, 90, of Blairsville, Georgia, met her Heavenly Savior on January 9, 2025 after a period of declining health. She was born in Trion, Georgia.

She was predeceased by her parents, HV and Stella Gentry Craig, husband, Glen Aaron, a son, Donald Glen Aaron and brothers, Edgar Craig, JD Craig and Herman Craig, sisters, Bonnie Mae Lowrance, Sarah Hilburn, Corine...

Era Ledford

Jan 4, 2025

Era Mae Ledford, age 61, of Andrews, North Carolina, passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Warren Hardin Ledford and Grace Mathis Ledford.

Era was preceded in death by brothers; Warren Ledford, Jr., Johnny Ray Ledford, Terry Ledford, and David Ledford; sister, Rita "Kat" Nicholson.

She is survived by her daughters, Jasmine Skye (Matthew) McTaggart,...

Mary Jordan

Jan 4, 2025

Mary "Tootsie" Jordan of Charlotte NC, beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, left this earthly home on January 4, 2025. Tootsie was born in Isabella, TN on August 7, 1936, the seventh child of twelve born to the late Earl G and Mary (Holt) York.

Tootsie was predeceased by her siblings Geneva Cash, Richard York, Edwin York, Betty...

Donald Jones

Jan 3, 2025

Donald Richard Jones, age 79, of Murphy, North Carolina passed away in the Union General Hospital in Blairsville, Georgia on January 3, 2025.

Donald was born on December 25, 1945 in Fort Pierce, Florida. His parents, Edward Fountain and Lillie Sapp Fountain, preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by brothers; Edward Fountain, Jr. and...

Roberta “Bobby” Champlin

Jan 2, 2025

Roberta C. “Bobby” Champlin, a beloved member of the Hayesville community, peacefully passed away at her home on January 2, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on August 2, 1931, in Warren, Ohio, Roberta lived a long and fulfilling life.

Bobby dedicated many fulfilling years to the retail industry, serving as a valued cashier at McDonald's, where she became a...

Cynthia Teresa Bowman

Jan 1, 2025

Cynthia Teresa Bowman, age 66, of Dawsonville, GA, passed away on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, at her home in Dawsonville, GA. Cynthia was born June 26, 1958, in Atlanta, GA to Albin & Betty Pozza.

Cynthia was preceded in death by her father, Albin Pozza; mother, Betty Pozza; and sister, Goria Myers.

She is survived by her partner, William Pittman; daughter, Nicole...