Obituaries

Sep 11, 2025

Roy Lockaby, 30 of Murphy, North Carolina, passed away on Thursday September 11, 2025 in Murphy NC. Roy was born June 18th 1995 to Max Lockaby and Patricia Eller.

Roy was preceded in death by his sisters Hope Hohmann; and April Lockaby, grandmothers Judy Lockaby and Doris Eller. Grand fathers Max Lockaby and Fred Eller.

He is survived by his father Max...

Sep 19, 2025

Full obit to follow.

Sep 17, 2025

Milton "Fox" Christopher Briant, age 81, of McCaysville, GA, passed away on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, in Riverdale, GA. Milton was born December 31, 1943, in McCaysville, GA to Murphy Chris and Reathea Briant.

Milton was preceded in death by his father, Murphy Chris Briant; mother, Reathea Briant; sister, Kay (W.D.) Cook; sister, Greta Jones; sister, Mary (Sam) McCollough; brother, George...

Sep 16, 2025

The Lord graced the world with the pleasure of knowing Michelle Meiser, affectionately known as Shelly, on April 16, 1960. She spent her time on earth evangelizing the world and taking part in multiple mission trips. Michelle adored the Lord’s creation in the mountains and mother nature. She cherished her family and hosted gatherings often, serving as the bond that...

Sep 14, 2025

Sep 12, 2025

Bobby Lee Ferguson, 86 of Wilmington, N.C. passed away on Friday, September 12, 2025. He was born on July, 15, 1939 and preceeded in death by his parents Samuel and Mary Dillard Ferguson and a sister, Lyla Godfrey.

Bobby was born in Aquone, N.C. and attended Nantahala School until joining the Marine Corp in 1956.

Bobby was Vietnam veteran serving in 1965...

Sep 11, 2025

Charles "Charlie" Henry Collins, a beloved figure in his community and a dedicated family man, passed away on September 11, 2025 in Morganton, GA, at the age of 76. Born on September 8, 1949, in Johnstown Pennsylvania, Charlie was a shining light to all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

Charlie's career was a testament to his craftsmanship and commitment...

Sep 11, 2025

Mickie Lee Cook, age 71, of Mineral Bluff, Georgia passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2025. She was born on May 25, 1954 to the late Melvin Andrew Cash and Peggy York Cash. Beside her parents, she was preceded in death by a niece, Lilly Cash and a nephew, Jacob Cash.

She is survived by her husband, Doug Cook; sons, Daniel...

Sep 11, 2025

Lewis Robert Patterson, age 81, passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2025 at his home. Mr. Patterson was born on March 24, 1944 to the late William Robert Patterson and Lou Vada Watkins Patterson. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Walter Patterson, James Patterson, and Johnny Patterson; sisters, Edith Norton and Jewel Dale.

He is survived by...

Sep 6, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Jerry Eugene Angel Jr., age 66, of Epworth, Georgia. Jerry left us on Saturday, September 6, 2025, surrounded by the love of his hometown.

Born on October 18, 1958, in Copperhill, Tennessee, Jerry was the son of Jerry Eugene Angel Sr. and the late Phyllis Christine Angel. He grew up...

Sep 4, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Eva Maria Bellinger, who left this world on September 4, 2025, at the age of 59. Eva was born on October 2, 1965 in St. Lois, MO to John Lagage and Bobbie Jean Collins Lagage. A resident of Hiawassee, GA, she spent her days cherishing her family and spreading...

Sep 3, 2025

On September 3rd, 2025, Paul Leroy Durnell went to be with his Lord and Savior. Born on January 25, 1947, in San Pedro, California, Paul dedicated his life to serving his country and community, leaving a remarkable legacy of commitment, courage, and compassion.Paul was a proud veteran of the U.S. Air Force, where he honed his skills as a marksman...

Sep 3, 2025

James Scofield Blair, 77, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2025. Born in Chattanooga, Tennessee, on June 28, 1948, he was raised in Copperhill, Tennessee.

In 1969, Jim married the love of his life, Diane, and together they shared more than five decades of devotion, partnership, and family.

A plain talker who told it like it was, Jim lived with tenacity, determination...

Sep 1, 2025

James Larry Thurman of Cherry Log, Georgia passed away at home on September 1, 2025. Larry was born at home, on the farm at Bushy Head, on December 19, 1945, to Claude and Katie Thurman. He was a loving husband, father, Poppy, great-grandfather, and friend. He was married to the love of his life, Brenda Cearley Thurman, on July 26,...

Aug 31, 2025

It is with deepest sorrow that we announce the passing of our father, C. Wayne McSpadden, age 94, who passed away in Johns Creek, Georgia on August 31, 2025. Wayne was the son of Alsie Meador McSpadden and Bert Adley McSpadden. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sandra Louise McSpadden and brother, James McSpadden. He is survived by...

Aug 30, 2025

Betty Louise Lovejoy, 91, of Murphy, North Carolina, went to be with God, on August 30, 2025, surrounded by family.

Born in East Machias, Maine, Betty was the beloved wife of the late Donald William Lovejoy, her childhood sweetheart. She is survived by her daughters, Dawn Lovejoy, Kelli Lovejoy, and Kim Brownlee and her husband Donald; her grandchildren and great-grandchildren; her...

Aug 29, 2025

William Kiley Brooks, age 53, passed away on August 29, 2025, at his home.Kiley was born in Copperhill, TN, on April 16, 1972, to William Hubert Brooks and Shirley Holden Brooks.He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Sandra Long.

He is survived by his two sons, Daniel Brooks and Ryan (Makayla) Brooks, and brother Gary (Carol) Brooks. He...

Aug 23, 2025

Roberta Frank , 95 passed away August 23rd 2025 at home with family at her side, into the presence of her Loving Savior Jesus Christ. She was born in 1930, adopted by Theodore and Hazel Fickle of Lakemore Ohio. she was preceded in death by her first husband Rev Kenneth Duane Volkman, her second husband Harry Daniel Frank her son,...

Aug 23, 2025

Pauline Zemily Bryant Taylor passed away on August 23, 2025, in the Union County Nursing Home. The nursing home had been Pauline’s home since July 2024. She was 98 years old. Pauline was born on August 19, 1927, the youngest of seven children born to Ed Grady Bryant and Beulah Lee Queen Bryant.

In addition to her parents, Pauline was predeceased...

Aug 22, 2025

Mrs. Brenda Jean (Whitmore) Lord, age 70, of Morganton, GA, passed away on Friday, August 22, 2025, in Blairsville, GA., following a brief illness. Brenda was born September 10, 1954, in Polk County, Tennessee. She was the daughter of the late Gerald Whitmore and the late Ethel Cantrel Whitmore.

Brenda was preceded in death by her loving husband of 47 years,...