Obituaries
Todd Gillespie
Oct 21, 2026
Todd Andrew Gillespie, age 52, of Blue Ridge, GA passed away peacefully on October 21, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. Born in Athens, GA on May 18, 1974, he was the son of Ronald Douglas and Patricia Wallin Gillespie.
Growing up in Blue Ridge, he became a part of the community and loved the small-town environment. He found his greatest...
James “Jim” Jerome Meme, Sr.
Nov 6, 2026
With hearts full of gratitude and sorrow, we announce the passing of James Jerome (“Jim”) Meme Sr., age 83, who passed away peacefully on November 6, 2026 in Morganton, Georgia surrounded by his loving family.
Born on December 24, 1942 to Vincenzo and Josephine Meme, Jim grew up in Pennsylvania and Ohio and moved to Blue Ridge in 1979 to be...
Michael Spratt Rivers
Nov 5, 2026
Michael Spratt Rivers, born on June 13, 1949 in Atlanta, passed away peacefully on the evening of November 5, 2026 in Mineral Bluff, Georgia, surrounded by loved ones. Mike served honorably in the US Navy as a Gunner's Mate on the USS Forrest Sherman for four years from 1969 to 1973. Upon completing his service, he went into the trucking...
Patsy Henson Plott
Nov 5, 2026
Patsy Henson Plott, age 73, a loving daughter, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, passed away on November 5, 2026. Patsy was born on January 13, 1953, in Murphy, NC, to William and Frances Henson.
After graduating, she began her career at the North Georgia News, followed by Georgia Farm Bureau. After retiring, she continued doing what she enjoyed by working at...
Elsa "Christie" Christina Burgess
Nov 2, 2026
Elsa Christina Burgess, affectionately known as Christie, passed away on November 2, 2026, at the age of 38.
Born on October 4, 1988, in Chesapeake, Virginia, Christie was a beautiful, sweet, and kind-hearted woman whose fun-loving personality and independent spirit made her uniquely special. She had a way of bringing joy to those around her, and her love for life could...
Barbara T. Davenport
Nov 1, 2026
Barbara Twiggs Davenport passed away peacefully on November 1, 2026. "Bobbie", as she was known by many, was born on March 6, 1930, in Hiawassee, Georgia, to the late Ralph J. and Faye Hooper Twiggs. She moved to Blairsville in 1937 with her parents and older brother, Ralph J. Twiggs, Jr.
Bobbie attended Union County Schools, the North Avenue Presbyterian School in...
James Eddie Greenway
Nov 1, 2026
James Eddie Greenway, age 85, was born November 4, 1940 in Fannin County Georgia and passed away peacefully on November 1, 2026. He was the son of William Clarence Greenway and Lucy Lynn Buchanan Greenway.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Lucy Greenway; wife, Etta Ruth Greenway; brothers, Joe, John, Mark, and Randy Greenway; sister, Katherine Greenway;...
Noel Eugene Barnard
Oct 30, 2026
Noel Eugene Barnard, age 90, of Young Harris, GA, passed away on Friday, October 30, 2026, in Gainesville, GA. Noel was born May 3, 1936, in Young Harris, GA to Arthur Leon and Wilda Barnard.
Noel was preceded in death by his wife, Zella "Zell" Barnard; father, Arthur Leon Barnard; mother, Wilda Barnard; daughter, Bridget Shook; sister, Marlena Cartier; and brothers,...
James “Jim” Byron Allen
Oct 29, 2026
James “Jim” Byron Allen, aka Buddy Swamprat, 67, of Blue Ridge, Georgia, joined his Heavenly Father on Thursday, October 29, 2026, in Atlanta after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Born February 10, 1959, in Fort Pierce, Florida, he was the son of the late James and Carolyn Allen.
Jim was a devoted husband, avid fisherman and hunter, and a...
Richard Charles Andes
Oct 25, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Richard Charles Andes, who departed this life on October 25, 2026, at the age of 76. Born on May 1, 1950, in Niagara Falls, NY, Richard was a beloved husband, brother, and uncle who enriched the lives of those around him.Richard, a proud veteran of the United States Air...
Thelma Stewart Davenport
Oct 25, 2026
Thelma Stewart Davenport, age 82, of Hoschton, GA, passed away on Sunday, October 25, 2026. Thelma was born December 12, 1943, in Morganton, GA to John and Myrtle Stewart.
Thelma was preceded in death by her husband, John Davenport; father, John Stewart; and mother, Myrtle Stewart.
She is survived by her son, Keith (Gina) Davenport.
A graveside service was held on Friday, October 30,...
Paul Ray Morrow
Oct 21, 2026
Paul Morrow, 76, of Acworth, Georgia, passed away leaving behind a lifetime of treasured memories and a family who loved him dearly.
Paul was born in Copperhill, Tennessee, to Mary and Armos Morrow, who preceded him in death.
A hardworking man with a lifelong love of automobiles, Paul owned and operated P&D Tire, an automotive repair shop in Atlanta, Georgia, for 37...
Nan Jean Gerber
Oct 20, 2026
Previously written by Nan J. Gerber.
Nan J. Gerber, Blairsville, GA departed 10/20/26
I’m not a fan of standard obituaries—so, I will write my own.
I was born in Chicago, IL to Wm and Patricia Burklow, June 12, 1950. I had 3 older brothers. Mom and dad have passed as has my oldest brother Bill and youngest brother Bob. Brother Bruce lives in...
Johnnie Rackley Ross
Oct 19, 2026
Johnnie Rackley Ross, age 91, of Jefferson, GA, formerly of Blue Ridge, GA, passed away on Monday, October 19, 2026, at The Oaks at Braselton. Johnnie was born March 27, 1935, in Mineral Bluff, GA to Coatus and Ina Rackley.
Johnnie was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Ross; father, Coatus Rackley; mother, Ina Rackley; sisters, Myrtle Olvey, Marie Quintrell,...
Barbara Ann Johns
Oct 19, 2026
Barbara Ann "Bobbie" Johns, 73, of Blue Ridge, GA, passed away on Monday, October 19, 2026, in Ellijay, GA. Bobbie was born December 18, 1952, in Atlanta, GA to John Robert and Margaret Ealy Johns.Bobbie was preceded in death by her father, John Robert Johns; and mother, Margaret Ealy Johns.She is survived by her sister, Susan Piros & brother-in-law, Dr....
Glenn "Eric" Mealer
Oct 18, 2026
Glenn "Eric" Mealer, age 57, of McCaysville, passed away on Sunday, October 18, 2026. He was born on August 19, 1969, to Glenn Edward and Brenda Sue Bell Mealer. He is preceded in death by the love of his life, Chasity Michelle Barker Mealer; his beloved son, Jacob Mealer; and his mother, Brenda Mealer.
Eric was an unwaveringly devoted and...
William Daniel Nicholson
Oct 18, 2026
William Daniel Nicholson, age 73, better known as "Danny", passed away on October 18, 2026. Danny was born on April 7, 1953, to Lawrence and Vivian Nicholson.He was preceded in death by his mom and dad, Lawrence and Vivian, better known as "Leo" Nicholson; brother Reid and his wife Eula Mae, sisters Helen Mashburn and Geraldine Mashburn, and sister-in-law Etta...
Wayne Sprinkles
Oct 16, 2026
Wayne Sprinkles, 90, quietly slipped from this life on October 16, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, steadfast love, and the kind of warmth that made every room feel brighter just because he was in it. Born on June 29, 1936, on Fodder Creek in Hiawassee, Georgia, to the late Elmer and Vella Sprinkles, Wayne lived a life rooted...
Barbara Jean Snodgrass
Oct 15, 2026
Barbara Jean Daniels Tuck Snodgrass, of Blue Ridge, Georgia, passed away on October 15, 2026, at the age of 94. Born on April 3,1932, in Detroit, Michigan, she was the daughter of Harry and Elsie Daniels.
Barbara was preceded in death by her husbands William Tuck and Robert Snodgrass; her sister Inez (Buddy Joe) Campbell; father Harry Daniels; and mother Elsie...
Susan Hammond Harkness
Oct 15, 2026
Susan Hammond Harkness, 81, of Hayesville, NC, passed away on October 15, 2026. She was born to the late Richard H. Hammond, Sr. and Kathleen Lyman Hammond in Miami, FL.
She attended Stevens University and spent weekends and summers throughout college touring the Southeast to compete in equestrian events. Susan returned to school later in life to complete a Master of...
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