Obituaries
Linda H. Ray
Feb 15, 2026
Linda H. Ray, 79, of Copperhill, TN, passed away on Sunday, February 15, 2026, in Copperhill, TN. Linda was born February 4, 1947, in Copperhill, TN to Sherman and Grace Hyde.
Linda was preceded in death by her husband, James Douglas Ray; father, Sherman Hyde; mother, Grace Hyde; siblings, Harriett Hyde Barnes, Howard, Logan, Aretta, Vera and Rosie.
She is survived by...
John G Killebrew
Feb 15, 2026
John Graves Killebrew (age 98), passed into glory on February 15, 2026, after an extended illness. He was at home in Blairsville, Georgia, surrounded by family and friends. Born on Labor Day, September 5, 1927, at the Jackson Park Hospital in Chicago, Illinois, John grew up on the far South Side of Chicago, and attended Clissold Elementary School. He later...
Carolyn Frances Rogers
Feb 12, 2026
Carolyn Frances Rogers, age 81, passed away in Murphy, North Carolina on Thursday, February 12, 2026. She was born in Murphy, North Carolina on April 30 1944 to the late Thad and Nessie McTaggart Laney. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by brother, Charles Laney; sister, Shirley Williams and grandson, David Rogers.She is survived by sons, Eddie (Sally)...
William D. Thomas
Feb 10, 2026
Cherished husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and brother passed away after a short illness on February 10, 2026, in Murphy, NC. Bill was born in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin on October 15, 1947. Shortly afterwards his family moved to Florida where he spent most of his growing years, enjoyed boating, skiing, and working around the marina. In 1966 he joined the...
Rose Postelle
Feb 10, 2026
Rose Postelle, 84, of Ducktown, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2026. Rose was born January 30, 1942, in Ducktown, TN, to the late Roosevelt and Gwendolyn Padgett.
Rose was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Gene Whittenbarger; husband, Russell Postelle; sister, Mary Shields; brother, Ray Padgett; and son-in-law, Eddie Panter.She is survived by her son, Renny (Tamara) Whittenbarger;...
Lorena Joyce Proffitt
Feb 10, 2026
Lorene Joyce Proffitt age 82 from 200 Mt. Liberty Rd McCaysville GA, went home to be with the Lord on February 10, 2026.
She was happiest talking about her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ and praying for those in need. Joyce was always singing and enjoyed working in her yard attending to her flowers. Her love for the Bible was always...
Mark Alan Scott
Feb 9, 2026
Mark Alan Scott, 68, of Blue Ridge, Georgia, passed away on Monday, February 9, 2026 from complications of Type 1 diabetes, passing at home in his sleep. Mark was born November 5, 1957, in Atlanta, GA to Robert and Virginia Scott.
Mark was preceded in death by his father, Robert Scott, and mother, Virginia Scott.
He is survived by his wife, Cheryl...
Matthew Guthrie
Feb 8, 2026
Matthew Guthrie, age 69, of Morganton, GA, passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2026, in Jasper, GA. Matthew was born December 25, 1956, in Charleston, WV to Boddridge and Betty Guthrie.
Matthew was preceded in death by his sister, Teresa Guthrie; and parents, Boddridge & Betty Guthrie.
He is survived by his wife, Lorene Guthrie; brother, Joe Guthrie; brother, Wayne Guthrie; brother,...
Charles Allen Brehm
Feb 5, 2026
Charles Allen Brehm passed away at his home in Blairsville, Georgia on February 5th, 2026. He was born on May 4th, 1940 to Arthur and Dorothy Goffin Brehm.He was an excellent swimmer and enjoyed spending time on the water; whether that time was spent fishing, boating, or even just floating. He loved the simple things in life, like mowing the...
Mack Arthur Garland
Feb 4, 2026
Mack Arthur Garland, age 83, of Morganton, GA, passed away on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, surrounded by his family at his home. Mack was born September 27, 1942, in Aska, GA to Elisha and Lillie Garland.
Mack was preceded in death by his first wife, Sadie Garland; father, Elisha Garland; mother, Lillie Garland; brother-in-law, Jack Martin; sister, Hazel Stover; sister, Elsie...
Teressia Dehart Teboe
Feb 4, 2026
Teressia Dehart Teboe, 83, of Blairsville, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at Sunshine Manor Blairsville in Blairsville, GA. Teressia was born August 23, 1942, in Pendleton, KY, to Hobert and Dovie Dehart. Teressia lived a life marked by love, strength, and creativity.
Known fondly as a second mom by her children's friends, Teressia was a nurturing figure...
Nancy Board
Feb 3, 2026
Nancy Gillespie Board, 87 currently from Murphy, NC passed away on February 3, 2026. She was surrounded by family and passed peacefully in her home.
Born in Charleston, WV on 1/10/39, she was preceded in death by her father Lawrence B. Gillespie, her mother Cleo Captola Swindler Gillespie, and her son Edward "Chip" Board, II.
She passed 12 days shy of her...
Carolyn Helen Higgins
Feb 1, 2026
Carolyn Helen Higgins, 77, of Marietta, GA, went home to be with Jesus on Sunday, February 1, 2026. She was born September 4, 1948, in Atlanta, GA to Milford and Helen Cochran.
Carolyn was preceded in death by her father, Milford Cochran; mother, Helen Cochran; and grandchild, Jasen Higgins.
She is survived by her son, Rick (Betsy) Higgins; son, John (Janette) Higgins;...
James Gary Mulkey
Feb 1, 2026
Mr. James Gary Mulkey, age 74, of Marble, North Carolina passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026 at his home in Marble, North Carolina. James was born on August 28, 1951 to the late James Pinkney Mulkey and Bonnel Gilleland Mulkey in Canton, Georgia.Mr. Mulkey is survived by his wife, Debbie Mulkey; daughter, Christy Yancey and grandaughter, Olivia Yancey; son,...
Donald Leon Owensby
Feb 1, 2026
Donald Leon Owensby, age 78, of Murphy, North Carolina passed away on February 1, 2026 in Murphy, North Carolina. Mr. Owensby was born in Murphy, North Carolina, on February 13, 1947 to the late David Logan and Hazel Hughes Owensby.
Mr. Owensby served his country with honor as a United States Marine. He worked in home improvement construction for many years....
Howard W Brancel
Jan 31, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Howard W. Brancel, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who left this earthly realm on January 31, 2026, at the age of 88. Howard lived a life marked by service, creativity, and unwavering faith.Howard's multifaceted career was as inspiring as it was diverse. A dedicated carpenter, he spent years in construction...
James Randall Woody
Jan 31, 2026
Mr. James "Randall" Woody, age 79, passed away peacefully at his home on January 31, 2026. He was born on July, 21,1946 in Morganton, Georgia to the late Emerson and Jesse Davenport Woody. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Pat Woody; brothers, Clyde and C.W. Woody.
Randall was a loving brother and uncle. Above all,...
Gale S. Hymen
Jan 30, 2026
Gale S. Hymen, age 78, of Blue Ridge, GA, passed away on Friday, January 30, 2026, in Blue Ridge, GA. Gale was born March 12, 1947, in Oak Hill, WV.Gale was preceded in death by her daughter, Balinda Hymen; and parents, Mr. & Mrs. Stinnett.She is survived by her family, friends, and loved ones; Carl Hymen, Ann Hymen, Edith H....
Eleanor Marie Kallop
Jan 30, 2026
Eleanor (Lynn) Marie Kallop, age 89, of Blue Ridge, GA, and formerly of Englewood, FL, passed away on Friday, January 30, 2026. Lynn was born October 20, 1936, in Millville, NJ to Frank and Dorothy Kovar.
A long time resident of Vineland, NJ, Lynn worked several years for the Vineland Public School system. Upon retirement, Lynn and her beloved husband Jack...
Helen Nix
Jan 28, 2026
Helen Hopkins Nix, age 79 of Epworth, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her home on January 28, 2026. Born in Turtletown, Tennessee, on August 19, 1946, Helen led a life characterized by love, devotion, and a deep faith.
Helen was preceded in death by: Father, David Hopkins, Mother, Martha Wilson Hopkins, and siblings Junior Hopkins, Christine Morrow, and Dorothy Morrow.
Family was...
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