Obituaries
Deborah Ann Lightfoot
October 31, 2021
Ms. Deborah Ann Lightfoot, 61, of Elberton, formerly of Jackson County, passed away on Sunday, October 31, 2021, at Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital. A native of Atlanta, Ms. Lightfoot was the daughter of the late James Edward Lightfoot, Jr. and Bessie Lula Mae Brooks Lightfoot. She was a former assistant manger at Dollar Tree in Elberton. Survivors include her sons:...
Danny Wendell Bessinger
October 29, 2021
Mr. Danny Wendell Bessinger, 71, of Heard Drive, Elberton, husband of Laura ‘Anne’ Smith Bessinger, finished his course in faith on Friday, October 29, 2021, at his residence. Born in Elberton on August 9, 1950, Danny was the oldest child of Geraldyn “Gerrie” Gaines Bessinger and the late Sydney Earl “Buck” Bessinger. He was a 1968 graduate of Elbert County...
Dianne Whitworth Torres
October 28, 2021
Mrs. Dianne Whitworth Torres, 74, of Elberton, Georgia passed away Thursday, October 28, 2021 at Augusta University Hospital. A native of Lavonia, Dianne was the daughter of the late Herbert and Elaine Jones Whitworth.She was the beloved wife of Refugio Torres, with whom she had celebrated 20 years of marriage.Dianne was a talented artist, and taught art in local county...
Brantlee Mccannon
October 28, 2021
Brantlee McCannon, 7, of Abbeville, beloved son of Matthew and Regina Wilson McCannon, died Thursday, October 28, 2021 at the Abbeville Area Medical Center. Brantlee, affectionately known as ‘Ninja’, was in the second grade at Long Cane Elementary School. He enjoyed spearmint, candy, ice cream sandwiches, kayaking, playing with his puppy, ‘Landon’ and cheering for the Georgia Bulldogs. Brantlee loved...
Brenda Jean Oglesby Davis
October 28, 2021
Mrs. Brenda Jean Oglesby Davis, 66, of Old Middleton Road, Elberton, wife of Robert Lee Davis, passed away on Thursday, October 28, 2021, at her residence. Mrs. Davis was born on September 1, 1955, in Tampa, FL to Jessie Oglesby and Lois Frances Thompson Oglesby, both of whom preceded in her death. She was an active member of Bethel Grove...
Bre'Asia Laneshia Wilkins
October 27, 2021
Baby Girl Bre'asia Laneshia Wilkins was born on August 3, 2021, at St. Mary's Hospital in Athens, Georgia. Being too perfect for this world, she returned to the Arms of Jesus on October 27, 2021, at Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital. During her brief 2 months and 24 days with us, she touched many lives and was loved deeply by all...
Henry Herman Peppers
October 27, 2021
Mr. Henry ‘Herman’ Peppers, 87, of Colonel Dixon Road, Elberton, husband of the late Kathleen Scarborough Peppers, passed away on Wednesday, October 27, 2021, at Nancy Hart Nursing Center. Mr. Peppers was born in Elberton on June 4, 1934, son of the late Henry Lee Peppers and Jewel Corine Madden Peppers. He was a retired accountant, a member of Fortsonia...
Ann Adams Franklin
October 26, 2021
Martha Ann Adams Gully Franklin, 89, of Double Bridges Rd., Elberton, Georgia, wife of the late Dr. Rudolph Franklin, passed away on October 26, 2021 at her home.Mrs. Franklin was born August 5, 1932 to the late Arthur Hugh Adams and Vivian Euphemia Gaines Adams.She was also preceded in death by a brother, Richard Parker Adams. Mrs. Franklin was a...
Charlie Brown Gaines
October 26, 2021
Mrs. Charlie Brown Gaines, 99, of Elberton, Georgia passed away Tuesday, October 26, 2021 at North Fulton Hospital in Roswell. A native of Elberton, Mrs. Gaines was the daughter of the late Frank Stark and Anna Oglesby Brown.She was preceded in death by her husband, Ben Frank Gaines, her son, Ben Frank Gaines, Jr., and her brothers and sisters. Mrs....
Kevin Lamar "Fluff" Johnson
October 24, 2021
Mr. Kevin Lamar "Fluff" Johnson, 52, of 2385 Anderson Highway, Elberton, husband of Dana Michelle Goff Johnson, left this life entirely too soon on Sunday, October 24, 2021. Born in Elberton on March 18, 1969, he was a son of the late Jerry Lamar Johnson and Carolyn Christine Rousey Johnson. Kevin was a 1987 graduate of Elbert County High School...
Crystal Marie Minton Little
October 24, 2021
Gastonia, NC – Crystal Marie Minton Little, 50, passed away on October 24, 2021 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center. She was born in Gaston County on October 21, 1971 to the late Ted Carter and Judy Minton. Crystal loved singing and had the most beautiful voice. Those who heard her sing still can. She was a loving, kindhearted daughter, wife,...
Courtney "Cori" Rivera
October 23, 2021
Ms. Courtney (Cori) left this world and joined Jesus on Saturday morning, October 23, 2021. She was born in Toms River, New Jersey on September 12,1983 and was 38 years old. She currently resided in Danielsville, GA. For anyone that had the privilege of meeting Cori, she was every description of “The Life of the Party”. Her smile would light...
James Jackson
October 21, 2021
On February 17, 1939, in the rural community of Flatwoods in Elbert County, twin sons were born to the parentage of Willie Lee Burton and Carl Dubose, and their names were James and Johnny Dubose. The twins, along with their sister Mary Jane, were adopted by Felix Alexander Jackson, whom they loved as a father. James joined Mt. Calvary Baptist...
Edgar Joe Durham
October 20, 2021
Mr. Edgar Joe Durham, 91, of Dewy Rose, Georgia entered the Gates of Glory as he passed away at his home on Wednesday, October 20, 2021. Mr. Durham was born in Plainview, Texas, son of the late Wesley and Essie Farmway Durham.He was the beloved husband of Vivian Carter Durham, with whom he had celebrated almost 58 years of marriage.He...
Gerald Jan Thompson, Jr.
October 19, 2021
Gerald Jan Thompson, Jr., known to many as Jan, passed away on October 19, 2021, in Myrtle Beach, SC. He was born on August 1, 1965, to Mary Jean Craft and Gerald Jan Thompson, Sr. in Atlanta, GA. After just a short while there, they moved to what would become his home for life, Vesta, Georgia where Mary Jean was...
Edward Brown
October 16, 2021
Mr. Edward Brown, 82, of Wahatchee Creek Road, Elberton, passed away on Saturday, October 16, 2021, at his residence. Edward was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Roshell Huff Brown. To this union was born 6 children; Kenneth (Brenda) of Elberton, GA, Sheral (Henry) Lee of Lexington, GA, Billy (Fredia) Brown, Ira (Michelle) Brown, Cynthia Brown all...
William Emory Norrell
October 16, 2021
Mr. William Emory Norrell, 85, of Abbeville, SC, passed away on Saturday, October 16, 2021, at Self Regional Medical Center in Greenwood, SC. Mr. Norrell was born in Abbeville, SC on June 8, 1936, son of the late Emory Augustus Norrell and Thelma Mitchell Norrell. He worked in maintenance for most of his life. He is survived by a cousin...
Dennis Coleman Savage
October 15, 2021
Mr. Dennis Coleman Savage, 57, of Bond Ave., Canon, GA passed away Friday, October 15, 2021 at Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital. Mr. Savage was born April 29, 1964 in Hartwell, GA to Coleman Savage and Nelsie Virginia Brooks Savage. He was a member of Destiny Fellowship Church of Canon, GA. He is survived by his children: Kayla Marie Savage of...
Julie Lynn Mclaughlin Mcmillan
October 14, 2021
Mrs. Julie Lynn McLaughlin McMillan, 54, of Lexington, left this world far too soon on Thursday, October 14, 2021. Born on June 15, 1967, in Sussex, England, Julie was a daughter of Frances Louise Anthony Lee and the late James Edward McLaughlin. She was an optician who was currently employed with Dr. Nelms at Advanced Eyecare Optical of Oconee and...
Lynn Gene Bumgarner
October 14, 2021
Mr. Lynn Gene Bumgarner, 67, of Watkinsville, husband of 25 years to Denise Booth Bumgarner, passed away on Thursday, October 14, 2021. Lynn was born in Caldwell County, NC on September 28, 1954, son of the late Horace Gene Bumgarner and Nan Bolick Bumgarner. He obtained an associates degree from Haywood Community College in wildlife management and worked as a...
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