Obituaries
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,...
Ronald O Wikander
Oct 6, 2026
Ronald O Wikander, age 79, of Mineral Bluff, GA, passed away on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, in Mineral Bluff, GA. Ronald was born February 21, 1947, in Lowell, MA to Oke and Gertrude Wikander.Ronald was preceded in death by his father, Oke Wikander; and mother, Gertrude Wikander.He is survived by his wife, Diane Wikander; daughters, Kim Such, Tammy (Sammy) Holloway,...
Ernest Chester Nix
Sep 26, 2026
Ernest Chester Nix, age 81, of Epworth, Georgia, passed away on September 26, 2026, at Northside Cherokee Hospital in Canton, GA. He was born on March 23, 1945, to the late Chester and Grace Nix, in Jonesboro, Illinois.
A lifelong enthusiast of the great outdoors, Ernest found great joy in hunting and bass fishing. He loved days on the lake fishing...
Murphy Frank McGirt Jr.
Sep 22, 2026
Murphy Frank McGirt, Jr, 89, of Blairsville, Georgia, passed away peacefully at home on September 22, 2026.
Born on October 24, 1936, Murphy lived a life defined by service, dedication, faith, and compassion. He was known for his quick sense of humor, strong work ethic, remarkable expertise in his profession, and his willingness to help those less fortunate. Throughout his life,...
Edith Ruth Zak
Sep 30, 2026
Edith Ruth Zak age 88 of Suches, Georgia passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, in Blairsville, Georgia. She was born on January 3, 1938, in Cleveland, Tennessee, to Durance and Alice Caldwell.
Edith was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Ronald Zak, her son, Michael Zak, her father, Durance Caldwell, and her mother, Alice Caldwell.
She is survived by...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
Wanda Gay Ledford
Oct 15, 2026
Wanda Gay LedfordAugust 7,1943-October 15, 2026Wanda Gay Ledford, age 83, of Brasstown, North Carolina, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by family on October 15 , 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, service, and devotion to her family and community.Wanda was a loving wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose life was defined by her generous...
Shirley Ann Taylor
Oct 13, 2026
Shirley Ann Taylor, age 81, of Hiawassee, GA, passed away on October 13, 2026, in Hiawassee, GA. She was born on September 10th, 1945, in Hiawassee, GA, to Ernie and Ivalee Burrell.
Shirley found joy in simple and meaningful things. She loved being outdoors and found comfort in God's nature through gardening. She was a lifelong learner who enjoyed reading many...
Lenard Roy Lee
Oct 13, 2026
Lenard Roy Lee, age 84, of Crandall, GA, passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, in Rossville, GA. Lenard was born August 28, 1942, in Blue Ridge, GA to Carl and Dorothy Lee.Lenard was preceded in death by his wife, Geneva Lee; father, Carl Lee; mother, Dorothy Lee; brothers, Gene Lee, Carlton Lee; brother, James Lee; sister, Earlene Lands; and...
Gwen Surpitski Kenneally
Oct 13, 2026
Gwen Surpitski Kenneally, 80, formerly of Hamilton, Massachusetts, passed away on October 13th, 2026, in Blairsville, Georgia, leaving behind a lifetime of treasured memories, remarkable adventures, and people whose lives were touched by her kindness, humor, and love.
Born to Kosty and Ellen Surpitski, Gwen grew up in Hamilton, Massachusetts, alongside her younger brother, John. She was a graduate of Hamilton...
Albert Matthew Sanford
Oct 12, 2026
Mr. Albert Matthew Sanford, age 83, passed away at his home on Monday, October 12, 2026. Al was born on April 22, 1943, in Providence, Rhode Island. He was the son of Albert C. Sanford and Helen Regan Sanford.
Al earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Providence College in 1966. After completing his education, he pursued a variety of business...
Pearl Ann Hyde
Oct 8, 2026
Pearl Ann Hyde, a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend, went home to be with the Lord on October 8, 2026, at her home in Copperhill, Tennessee. Born on October 13, 1945, in Copperhill, Pearl lived a life rooted in faith, devoted to family, and filled with a love that will continue to live on for generations....
Etta Ruth Greenway
Oct 7, 2026
Etta Ruth Greenway, age 92, of Mineral Bluff, GA, passed away on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, in Blairsville, GA. Etta was born September 2, 1934, in Fannin County, GA to Henry Arthur Flowers and Oma Ware Flowers.
She was lifelong member of Mount Hermon Baptist Church and a devout Christian as well as a devoted wife, homemaker, and caregiver for her...
Charlotte Garrett
Oct 5, 2026
Mrs. Anita Charlotte Garrett, 86, of Hiawassee, Georgia, went to be with her Savior on Monday, October 5, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones. Charlotte was born on November 22, 1939 to E.B. Swanson and Bertha Lee Tatham Swanson. Charlotte was a member of Woods Grove Baptist Church and attended Belle Scene Baptist Church.Charlotte had a vivacious personality and loved...
Janice Ann Adams
Oct 4, 2026
In Loving Memory of Janice Ann Adams
Janice Ann Adams was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend whose kindness, generosity, and joyful spirit touched the lives of everyone who knew her.
Janice is survived by her daughter, Amy Michelle Deal; her two grandchildren, Phillip Shane Putnam and Lacey Michelle Nelson; and her two great-grandchildren, Paisley Ann Cooper and Grayson Mire Cooper,...
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