Obituaries

Shirley Hartness

Shirley Hartness

Sep 26, 2023

Shirley Hartness, age 79, passed away on September 26, 2023.

Shirley loved to crossword puzzles and make quilts. She enjoyed her cats and dogs.

She was preceded in death by her parents Hugh and Sue Fay Andres, her beloved husband Charlie Hartness. She is survived by her son Paul Grubba, Daughter Kathy Grubb, grandchildren Kiley Stockton, Ethan Stockton, Kiera Stockton,...

Barbara Jean Rogers

Barbara Jean Rogers

Sep 25, 2023

Barbara Jean Rogers, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, went to be home with the Lord on September 25, 2023. She was born on August 20, 1953, in Young Harris, GA. Barbara was lovingly known for her selfless nature and dedication to her family. She was a life-long member of New Union Baptist Church where she faithfully served...

Darrell Mann

Darrell Mann

Sep 24, 2023

 Frederick “Darrell” Mann of Blue Ridge, Georgia went home to be with the Lord surrounded by his family on September 24, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frederick Earl, and Betty Thomas Mann, sister Patricia Mann and brother Earl Mann Jr. Darrell, also known as Pappa, was a dedicated member of the Blue Ridge community. He was...

Elizabeth Plott King

Elizabeth Plott King

Sep 24, 2023

 

Elizabeth Plott KingFebruary 28, 1925 to September 24th, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Elizabeth Plott King, a beloved member of the Blairsville community. Elizabeth peacefully passed away on Sunday, September 24th, 2023 at Union County Nursing Home in Blairsville, GA. Born on February 28, 1925, she spent her entire life in this...

John E Grauley

John E Grauley

Sep 23, 2023

Dr. John Edwin Grauley, of Young Harris, Georgia, entered eternal rest in the presence of his Savior on Saturday, September 23, 2023, at the age of 89. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Marjorie, his sister, Ruth Ann Stovicek of Wilmington, DE, his three children, James Grauley, Lynn Westergren, and Karen Matthews, and his nine grandchildren, as...

Wanda Faye Abercrombie

Wanda Faye Abercrombie

Sep 23, 2023

 

Wanda Faye Abercrombie, age 74, of Dawsonville, GA, passed away Saturday, September 23, 2023, in Cumming, GA. Wanda was born April 30, 1949, in McCaysville, GA to Earl and Marie Caylor. Wanda was preceded in death by her father, Earl Caylor; mother, Marie Harrison; daughter, Hannah Abercrombie; and sisters, Frances Harris and Barbara Ledford. 

She is survived by her...

Linda M. Adams

Linda M. Adams

Sep 22, 2023

Linda M. Adams, fondly known as Nana, passed away on September 22, 2023, in Jasper. She was born on April 3, 1960. Linda dedicated her life to caring for others, working as a freelance CNA for many nursing homes. Her nurturing and compassionate nature endeared her to countless individuals whose loved ones she cared for.Linda was a kind and caring...

Dionisia Redgrave

Dionisia Redgrave

Sep 21, 2023

 

 Nisia Redgrave was born in St. Augustine Florida, December 19, 1954 to Miriam and “Pete” Walton. Several months later they moved to Orlando with Nisia and her older sister, Caroline.  There, Nisia attended Catholic school, K thru 12th grade. She attended Good Shepherd School and then Bishop Moore H.S., graduating in 1973. She then attended Valencia Junior College...

Bertha Jean Powers

Bertha Jean Powers

Sep 19, 2023

Mrs. Bertha Jean Powers, age 86, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away peacefully on September 19, 2023. She was born on April 28, 1937, in Blairsville, Georgia, to the late Lincoln Garrett and the late Martha Seabolt Garrett. She was a member of New Harmony Baptist Church in Blairsville, Georgia. 

Bertha had a profound love for nature and the great outdoors....

Ruth Barnett Shields

Ruth Barnett Shields

Sep 19, 2023

Ruth Barnett Shields, 92, was born, May 28, 1931, to the late Sam and Jessie Mae Barnett. She died peacefully at Mission Memorial in Asheville, NC on Tuesday, September 19, 2023.

Ruth, a native of Murphy NC, was a 1951 graduate of Murphy High School. She retired from retail after working Super D in Hayesville, North Carolina. She was a...

Emma Raper

Emma Raper

Sep 19, 2023

Emma Jeanette Hamby Raper passed away Tuesday, September 19, 2023, at a Polk County TN Care facility. She was the daughter of Vyrtle Williamson Hamby and Frank Jackson Hamby. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Raper who passed away April 3rd, 1991, and her son Daryl Keith Raper who passed away July 6, 2019. She was a...

Eleanor Welborn Lee

Eleanor Welborn Lee

Sep 18, 2023

 

Eleanor Lee, a loving wife and friend, and respected member of her community, passed away on September 18th, 2023 at Brasstown Manor in Hiawassee, Georgia at the age of 92. She was born on August 17th, 1931 in Blairsville, Georgia. 

Eleanor was a loving and devoted wife to her husband Kermit Hugh Lee. She loved to fish with her...

Patricia Caruso

Patricia Caruso

Sep 17, 2023

 

Patricia Caruso, of Young Harris, passed away on September 17th, 2023. She was born to Salvatore and Betty Brown Caruso March 18th, 1955.

She is survived by her son, Anthony (Molly) Marino; grandchildren, Sophia, Lily, and Lola; siblings, Daniel Caruso of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, Sal Caruso of Sanibel Island, California, Frank (Cathy) Caruso of Warne, North Carolina, Kathy Caruso...

Eli Jones

Eli Jones

Sep 16, 2023

Eli Anthony Jones, 15, of Murphy North Carolina, went to be with his Lord, Saturday, September 16, 2023. Eli was born May 4, 2008, in Blairsville, GA to Mark and Betty Jean Raper Jones. 

Eli Loved Dogs, particularly, Australian Shepherds. Being outdoors, in the woods, hunting, or just enjoying nature was his favorite place to be. He enjoyed trading things...

Joyce Pierson

Joyce Pierson

Sep 16, 2023

Joyce Haney Pierson 77, of Douglasville, Georgia, and formerly of Murphy, North Carolina, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Friday, September 16, 2023, in Murphy surrounded by her family.She was the daughter of the late Clyde and Emma Haney, and the wife of the late James Pierson. 

She was a member of the Lithia Springs Baptist Church...

Kenneth Allen Donaldson

Kenneth Allen Donaldson

Sep 13, 2023

  Kenneth Allen Donaldson Sr, age 75, of Marietta, Georgia, passed away Wednesday, September 13, 2023. Kenneth was born June 5, 1948, in Atlanta, GA, to the late Roy Donaldson and the late Elizabeth Donaldson. 

He is survived by his wife, Mary Danelle Donaldson; son, Kenneth Allen Donaldson, Jr.; brothers, Bill Donaldson and Ron (Irina) Donaldson; grandchildren, Makenzie Blair Donaldson...

Danny B Goodman

Danny B Goodman

Sep 13, 2023

In loving memory of Danny Brannan Goodman

May 22, 1938 - September 13, 2023

Danny Goodman, a beloved husband, father, son, and brother passed away September 13, 2023 at the age of 85.  He enjoyed love, laughter, and kindness that will forever be present in our lives.   

Born on May 22, 1938, in Las Vegas, New Mexico,  Danny was...

James Bowen Aiken

James Bowen Aiken

Sep 12, 2023

James ‘Jim’ Bowen Aiken III, a beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather and pastor passed away September 12, 2023 at Northeast Georgia Medical Center. He was born in Charlotte, NC, on June 16, 1941 to the late James Aiken Jr. and Marjorie Aiken.Jim attended college at Furman University where grades were never his main concern. Instead his top priority was Alice...

Patrycia "Tish" Boggs Arnold

Patrycia "Tish" Boggs Arnold

Sep 10, 2023

Patrycia "Tish" Boggs Arnold, age 69, of Blue Ridge, Georgia, passed away Sunday, September 10, 2023. Patrycia was born March 14, 1954, in Dover, DE to Vernon and Edna Boggs. Patrycia was preceded in death by her parents, Vernon & Edna Boggs; brothers, Perry Boggs and Roger Boggs; and sister, Jeanie Byrd.   She is survived by her brother, Thomas...

Perry Scott Kuykendall

Perry Scott Kuykendall

Sep 10, 2023

Perry Scott Kuykendall, age 58, passed away on Sunday, September 10, 2023 in Hiawassee, Georgia.  Perry will lovingly remain in the hearts of his family and friends.  He will be truly missed by all who knew him. Mr. Kuykendall is survived by his parents; Bill and Carol Kuykendall. Sister Kimberly (Kris) Phillips and nephew, Austin Arrowood.  Several cousins and friends...

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