Obituaries

Betty Ann Odom

Dec 1, 2024

Betty Ann Brown Odom, age, 92, went to be with the Lord on Sunday morning, December 1, 2024, at her daughter's home in Mineral Bluff, GA.

She was born July 14, 1932 in Fannin County, Georgia to the late Ernest Lee and Pearl Ballew Brown.  She married her childhood sweetheart Hobert Luther Brown on her 16th birthday in 1948 and she...

Gary Measmer

Dec 1, 2024

Gary Measmer better known as "Cotton", of Murphy, North Carolina, passed away on Sunday, December 1, 2024, at his home in Murphy, NC. Gary was born June 14th, 1956, in Murphy, NC to James and Thelma Measmer.

Gary was preceded in death by father, James Measmer

He is survived by his mother Thelma Measmer; brother Gene Measmer; sister...

Richard Lee Hood

Nov 30, 2024

Richard Lee Hood, a cherished member of the Blairsville community, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2024, at the age of 78. Born on January 10, 1946, in Blairsville, Georgia, Richard lived a life of dedication, love, and service. 

Richard was a proud veteran, having served honorably in the United States Army. His time in service instilled in him values of...

Mary Stewart Colwell

Nov 30, 2024

Mary Colwell, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 30th at the age of 75. She was a resident of Blairsville and touched the lives of all who knew her with her kindness, warmth, and unwavering spirit.

Born on December 6, 1948 in Fannin County, Mary was the daughter of Hanson (Hamp) and Thelma Stewart. She...

Maida Taylor

Nov 29, 2024

Maida Louise Taylor, age 90, passed away on November 29, 2024 in Murphy, North Carolina. She was born on January 10, 1934 to the late Howard B. Stiles and Mattie Taylor Stiles in Murphy, North Carolina. She was preceded in death by her husband, James D. Taylor; children, Harold Taylor, James Taylor, and Carol Rhodes; sisters, Amy Sneed, Wyoline Clonts,...

Simon Michael Victor Anthony Griffiths

Nov 27, 2024

Simon Michael Victor Anthony Griffiths, age 65, of Copperhill, TN, passed away on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, in Copperhill, TN. Simon was born April 6, 1959, in Kensington, England to Barry and Elspeth Griffiths.

Simon was preceded in death by his father, John Barry Griffiths; and his mother, Elspeth Griffiths.

He is survived by his wife, Allison Griffiths; son, Zachariah Basil (Michelle)...

Thomas Marshall Brix

Nov 20, 2024

Thomas Marshall Brix, born January 9th, 1953, age 71 of Blairsville, GA, passed away on Wednesday, November 20th, 2024. 

Surviving Thomas are his wife Pamela Brix, sons Phillip and Morgan (wife, Karin), and granddaughter Rowan. Brix's brother Charles Brix and sister Mary Ellen Neavy.

A memorial garden is planned for his resting place.

Cochran-McDaniel Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of...

Greta Sue Dalbeck

Nov 19, 2024

Greta Sue Dalbeck, age 77, of Copperhill, TN, passed away on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, in Chattanooga, TN. Greta was born March 18, 1947, in Copperhill, TN to Reelus and Ruth Wright.

Greta was preceded in death by her son, Jeffrey Howard Wright; brother-in-law, Doug Gobble; father, Reelus Wright; and mother, Ruth Wright.

She is survived by her husband, Eugene Dalbeck; sister,...

Aaron Michael Proulx

Nov 16, 2024

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Aaron Proulx, a cherished son, brother, and friend. Born on October 30, 1992, Aaron departed from this world too soon on November 16, 2024. His spirited laughter, love for adventure, and kind heart will be deeply missed by those who were fortunate to share life with him.

Aaron is...

Willard Roberson

Nov 16, 2024

Rev. Willard Luther Roberson, Jr., age 73, went home to be with his Lord on Saturday, November 16, 2024 in Murphy, North Carolina. Rev. Roberson was born on May 18, 1951 to the late Willard Luther Roberson, Sr. and Eula Mae Mashburn Roberson.

Rev. Roberson maintained a strong Christian faith throughout the years. He was an ordained minister of the Gospel...

Bryan Lee Johnston

Nov 16, 2024

Bryan Lee Johnston, age 56, of Cleveland, TN, passed away on Saturday, November 16, 2024, in Chattanooga, TN.  Bryan was born October 4, 1968, in Marietta, OH to William "Bill" Johnston and Alice Johnston.

As a young man, Bryan attended McCaysville Church of Christ where his dad William Johnston was the minister and had the pleasure of baptizing Bryan into Christ....

Joseph Thomas Silva

Nov 15, 2024

Joseph Thomas Silva, age 96, of Morganton, GA, passed away on Friday, November 15, 2024, in Blue Ridge, GA.

 Joseph was born June 24, 1928, in Waterford, CT to Frank and Elizabeth Silva.

Joseph was preceded in death by his wife, Helga Silva; father, Frank Silva; and mother, Elizabeth Silva.

He is survived by his son, John Silva; daughter, Linda Silva; grandchildren, Sara...

Deloris Guthrie

Nov 15, 2024

Deloris (Dot) Guthrie, age 90, of Murphy, North Carolina, passed peacefully on November 15th, 2024, surrounded by family before her final moments entering her Heavenly home. Dot was of the Methodist faith as a Christian. She was the daughter of the late Henry and Nola Dyer. She was preceded in death by her son, Keith Guthrie; granddaughter, Windy Miles, along...

Wanda Gail Ensley

Nov 14, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mrs. Wanda Gail Ensley on November 14, 2024, at the age of 76. Wanda was born in Murphy, NC on August 30, 1948, the daughter of Wayne and Ruby Bettis Queen.

Wanda resided in Woodstock, GA for most of her life with the exception of living in Alabama and Texas...

James Anthony Leonard

Nov 13, 2024

James Anthony Leonard, age 63, of Copperhill, TN, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, in Copperhill, TN. James was born September 2, 1961, in Hazleton, PA to Albert and Rosemarie Leonard.

James was preceded in death by his father, Albert Leonard; and mother, Rosemarie Leonard.

He is survived by his wife, Sharon Leonard; son, Albert Leonard; step son, George (Sara) Forte;...

Deloris Elaine Miller

Nov 13, 2024

Deloris Elaine Miller, age 79, of Blue Ridge, GA, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, in Marietta, GA. Deloris was born to Loris W. Edenfield, September 7, 1945, in Jacksonville, FL.

Deloris was preceded in death by her mother, Loris W. Edenfield; sons, Jason Scott Miller and Frederick Allen Miller, Jr.; and brothers, Bruce Edenfield and Donald Allen Edenfield. 

She is...

Martha Geraldine Moyer

Nov 13, 2024

Mrs. Martha Geraldine Moyer, 95, of Mineral Bluff, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at Blue Ridge Assisted Living in Blue Ridge, GA. Martha was born January 17, 1929, in Attica, Indiana to Earl and Martha Kerr.

Martha was preceded in death by her husband of 40 years, Donald Moyer; father, Earl Kerr; mother, Martha Kerr; several brothers and...

Cheryl Minton Weaver

Nov 13, 2024

Cheryl Minton Weaver, 78, of Hayesville, North Carolina, went to be with her Heavenly Father on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. Cheryl was born August 7, 1946, in Norfolk, VA, the youngest of three daughters, to Eldridge and Mary Minton. She was pre-deceased by both of her parents and her sisters Grace Trofe and Rachel Knight.

Cheryl was married to the love...

John Mark Webb

Nov 11, 2024

John "Mark" Webb, age 60, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family in Blairsville, on November 11, 2024.

Mark was born in Atlanta, GA. on December 8, 1963 to the late Jesse J. and Dorothy Webb. Mark graduated from University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Math & Science degree in 1986. After college, Mark went to work for...

Shelby McCrickard

Nov 11, 2024

Shelby Ann McCrickard, 80, passed away Monday afternoon, November 11, 2024. She died peacefully at her home in Blairsville Georgia, with her son by her side. Shelby was born on January 2, 1944 in Woodstock Georgia. 

Her parents, siblings and her son, Sammy were waiting to greet her in Heaven. She loved her family and loved spending time with her grandkids...