Obituaries
Ted Cross
Jun 21, 2026
Ted Eugene Cross, age 70, passed away at his home in Hayesville, North Carolina on Sunday, June 21, 2026. He was born in Hayesville on June 22, 1955 to the late William Thomas and Pearl Garrett Cross. Beside his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, William Junior Cross, Larry Ray Cross, and Terry Lee Cross; sisters, Eva...
Peggy Laverne Deyton
Jun 17, 2026
Peggy Laverne Deyton, age 76, of Blairsville, Georgia, passed away peacefully at home on June 17, 2026.
Born on April 5, 1950, in Villa Rica, Georgia, Peggy lived a life filled with love and creativity. She was a devoted mother, wife, grandmother, sister, and friend whose warmth touched everyone who knew her.
Peggy had a passion for gardening, genealogy research, writing, books,...
Zell Mae Barnard
Jun 16, 2026
Zella "Zell" Mae Barnard, 83, of Young Harris, GA, passed away surrounded by her loved ones on June 16, 2026. She was born on January 28, 1943, in Blairsville, GA, to Willie Henderson and Selma Henderson.
She was a woman full of life and love, known for her devotion to family and her many passions. Zella found joy in music and...
Denny Ray Smith
Jun 15, 2026
Denny Ray Smith, 75, of Murphy, North Carolina, passed away on Monday, June 15, 2026, at his home in Murphy, NC. Denny was born March 11, 1951, in Andrews, NC to Ray Charlie and Christine Barton Smith.Denny was preceded in death by father, Ray Smith; mother, Christine Smith; sister, Lynn Cunningham; and sister, Penny Stiles.He is survived by his son...
Verna Ree Cook Shuler
Jun 15, 2026
Mrs. Verna Ree Cook Shuler, age 96, passed away on June 15, 2026.
Verna Ree was born in Blairsville, Georgia on March 12, 1930, to Waco and Ulma Akins Cook. She was a member of Choestoe Baptist Church. Verna Ree will be remembered as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She enjoyed nothing more than to spend time with her...
Edith Carolyn Schaaf
Jun 14, 2026
Her life journey complete, Edith Carolyn Schaaf died peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones on June 14, 2026. She was a much-loved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Edith was born on March 6,1936, and raised in Akron, Ohio, to parents Robert and Catherine Milla Gardiner. After graduating from St. Mary's High School in 1954, she worked for Ohio...
Charlene Anise Terry
Jun 10, 2026
Charlene "Anise" Terry, age 72, passed away on June 10, 2026, in Murphy, North Carolina. Charlene was born on November 5, 1953 in Tampa, Florida to the late Charles E. Tucker and Bertha Wynn Tucker. Beside her parents, she was preceded in death by an infant son, Byron Alvin Terry; sister, Anita Tucker Strickland and brother in law; David Terry
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Sidney P Neuendank
Jun 7, 2026
This is with deep sorrow to announce the passing of my only son Sidney Paul Neuendank on Sunday June 7 after a short illness. He was born on Feb 25, 1968, in Wausau, Wisconsin. He was a plumber by trade. Loved working on his cars and spending time with his dog Daisy.
He lived a life marked by kindness, generosity and...
Lucinda Gail Bain
Jun 7, 2026
Lucinda Bain, age 76, passed away on June 8, 2026 at her home in Blairsville, Georgia, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born in Copperhill, Tennessee, on December 11, 1949 to the late George Bain and Monna Cochran Bain.She loved her family and friends. She was an avid gardener and could grow anything! She loved to be outside in...
Ray A Nichols
Jun 7, 2026
Ray A. Nichols, age 86, passed away on June 7, 2026 in Bogart, Georgia. Mr. Nichols was born in Culberson, North Carolina on April 19, 1940 to the late Arthur Elijah and Ethner Hyatt Nichols. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving spouse, Brenda Wilson Nichols; brothers, Fred and Charles Nichols, and sister, Julie Rooks.
He is...
Vicki B Rhodes
Jun 7, 2026
On Sunday, June 7, 2026, Mrs. Vicki B. Rhodes, age 71, went to be with her Lord and Savior. A native of Fannin County, Mrs. Rhodes was born on July 12, 1954 to R.C. and Kathlena Millsaps Bailey.
Vicki will be remembered as someone who loved with a love that can only be described as pure. She always took care of...
Frederick Lyle Schwartz
Jun 6, 2026
Frederick Schwartz, a beloved father, grandfather, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully at his home on June 6, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on July 24, 1939, in Des Moines, Iowa, Frederick was a man whose life was a testament to love, dedication, and resilience.
Frederick was the youngest son of Olga Marie Simonsmeier and Frederick Henry Schwartz. Frederick...
James Larry Parris
Jun 5, 2026
James "Jimbo" Larry Parris, Jr, born on June 27, 1968, in Copperhill, Tennessee, to James Parris Sr and Donna Callihan Parris. He passed away on June 5, 2026, at Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta. James is preceded in death by his mother Donna Faye Callihan Parris.James was a lifelong resident of Fannin County and enjoyed living in the mountains of North...
Joseph Elmor Thomas
Jun 4, 2026
Joseph "Joe" Elmor Thomas, age 69, passed away on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at his home in Epworth, Georgia. Joe was born on July 10, 1956 to the late Joseph Jack and Diane Jarrel Thomas in Michigan. Beside his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Albert Thomas. He is survived by his wife, Debra Thomas; sons, Brian...
Catherine Davis
Jun 2, 2026
Mrs. Catherine Louise Keeler Davis, 77, of Blairsville, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Catherine was born on April 19, 1949 in Perkasie, Pennsylvania, to the late James Robert Keeler and Ruth Moyer Keeler.As a teacher, she found great joy and satisfaction in contributing to the education of her students in Florida; many of whom she maintained contact...
Joe Preston Fair
Jun 1, 2026
Mr. Joe Preston Fair, 81, of Blairsville, Georgia, went to be with his Savior on Monday, June 1st, 2026. He was born on February 8, 1945, to Prince and Minnie Conley Fair, and was the youngest of seven siblings. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Blairsville.Joe loved his family and took pride in guiding and helping in...
Michael Gordon Hart
May 30, 2026
Michael Gordon Hart, age 66, passed away on May 30, 2026 in Blairsville, Georgia. Michael was born on September 23, 1959 in Fort Valley, Georgia to the late Richard and Dorothy Silvey Hart. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Carter Hart.
He is survived by his children, Michael (Lauren) Hart and Chelsea (Eric) Seabolt;...
Mary Seabolt
May 30, 2026
Mary N. Seabolt, age 107 and lifelong resident of Blairsville, Ga, passed away on May 30, 2026. She was born on June 8, 1918, in Blairsville, GA, to Lonnie and Tempie Nelson. Mary was a beloved member of Old Liberty Baptist Church. She spent her days enjoying what she loved: gardening, quilting, cooking, and spending time with her loved ones....
Kenneth L. Harris
May 29, 2026
Kenneth L. Harris, age 87, of Blue Ridge, GA, passed away on Friday, May 29, 2026, in Blue Ridge, GA. Kenneth was born June 27, 1938, in Cherry Log, GA to John Harley and Laura Harris.
Kenneth was preceded in death by his wife, Geneva Harris; father, John Harley Harris; mother, Laura Harris; brothers, Jerome Harris, Edward Harris, Seaborn Harris, Poley...
Mary Lynne Kimsey
May 28, 2026
Mary Lynne Kimsey passed away on May 28, 2026 at Northeast Georgia Medical Center. Mary Lynne was born in Murphy, North Carolina, on October 5, 1946, the daughter of James L. Hooper, Jr., and Mary Richardson Hooper. She married Larry Charles Kimsey on August 18, 1967. She happily lived most of her life in Hiawassee, Ga.
Mary Lynne served her community...
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