Obituaries

Oct 8, 2025

James Creed Gilliam, age 83 of Morganton, Ga. went home to be with the Lord on October 8th, 2025.

Born May 7,1942 near Mineral Bluff, Ga. to James Knox Gilliam and Edith Kaylor Gilliam. Creed grew up in the Salem Road area of Fannin County and attended school at Morganton Elementary, and East Fannin High School. After high school he married...

Oct 5, 2025

Nancy T. Hughes of Blairsville, GA, passed away on October 5, 2025, at the age of 74. Nancy was born in Potsdam, NY, to the late Walter and Alisa Smith.

Nancy was a caring and passionate licensed practical nurse. She is survived by her son, David Smith; daughter-in-law, Suzette Smith; her grandchildren, Haley Smith and Dayne Simons; her sister, Lynda Starorypinski;...

Oct 3, 2025

Shirley Ann Keller Gaddis, 86, went to be with the Lord surrounded by her family on October 3, 2025, in Clinton, Tennessee.

She was born on February 25, 1939, in Maynardville, Tennessee, to parents William Keller and Monnie Buck (Step-father, Rev. John Buck).

Shirley graduated from West High School in Knoxville, TN, in 1957. She went on to become a dedicated Physical...

Oct 3, 2025

Barbara Joanne Rentfrow, age 84, passed away on October 3, 2025, in Blairsville, Georgia. Mrs. Rentfrow was born on April 28, 1941, to the late Raymond Warren and Helen Tyra Warren. 

She moved to the beautiful mountain community of Blairsville, Georgia, in 2001 from Lehigh Acres, Florida. She was a former member of Lehigh Acres Sundowners Kiwanis Club and had served...

Oct 3, 2025

Mrs. Helen Stanley Tipton, age 90 of Fannin County, passed away on October 3, 2025, at her home among family. Mrs. Tipton was born on April 15, 1935, to the late Walter and Mary Belle Stanley. She was a lifelong resident of Fannin County.

She was a beloved daughter, wife, sister, mother, nanny/granny and a friend to many. She brought smiles...

Oct 1, 2025

Guy Hastings Rogers, age 89, of Ellijay, Georgia passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, October 1, 2025 after battling Parkinson’s Disease for 28 years. Guy was born March 31, 1936, in South Miami, Florida to Earl Hastings and Mary Lena Rogers.

Born and raised in South Miami, Guy attended Sunset Elementary and Coral Gables High School. Due to his...

Sep 30, 2025

Mildred Newman Odom, age 93, of Morganton, GA, passed away on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, in Blairsville, GA. Mildred was born May 8, 1932, in Morganton, GA to Patrick M. and Ruth Melinda Hunter. 

Mildred was preceded in death by two husbands, Charles Newman and J.C. Odom; her father, Patrick M. Hunter; mother, Ruth Melinda Hunter; brothers, Gilbert Hunter and McKinley...

Sep 29, 2025

Mrs. Connie Louise Ballew Ramey, 77, of Epworth, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her home on September 29, 2025. Connie was born on December 1, 1947, in Copperhill, Tennessee, to her parents, the late Clarence and Ruth Ballew. Connie is survived by her husband of 39 years, Buford Ramey; her daughter, Debbie Sorrells; her sister, Judy (Phil) Byler; and her...

Sep 25, 2025

Debra Long, age 73, of Morganton, Georgia, passed away on September 25, 2025 at Sonshine House in Ellijay Georgia. Debra was born February 2, 1952, in Blue Ridge, Georgia, to Kenneth Long Sr. and Bonnie Stover Long.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Aaron Kenneth Long Sr, and Bonnie Stover Long and brothers Aaron Kenneth Long Jr. and William Richard...

Sep 23, 2025

James Peebles, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather passed away peacefully on September 23, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on October 17, 1937, in Jacksonville, Florida he spent his later years in Hiawassee, Georgia, where he was known for his warm spirit and dedication to family and friends. He faithfully served his country as a member of the...

Sep 21, 2025

-----------------Brenda Hack, age 69, passed away on September 21, 2025.Brenda was born in Murphy, NC to Paul Lovingood and Ima Jean Lovingood. Brenda married Willam Hank Jr. of Murphy, North Carolina on October 01, 1977, at Canyon Road Baptist Church, in Marble NC.She was preceded in death by her father Paul Lovingood, her mother Ima Jean Lovingood, and her sister...

Sep 21, 2025

Catherine Lavonne Dunn, age 94, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2025, at her home in Epworth, Georgia. Catherine was born on December 17, 1930, in McCaysville, Georgia. Catherine was a devoted Christian and a virtuous woman, whose faith and compassion touched the lives of many in her community. A dedicated homemaker, she was known for her love of cooking and...

Sep 19, 2025

Percy "Jim" James Filler, 85, of Blairsville, GA, passed away on September 19, 2025. He was born on March 19, 1940, in Tucker, WV, to the late Percy and Ruth Filler.

He had a remarkable gift for sharing memories of his life and could strike up a conversation with anyone, making friends wherever he went. A devoted member of the First...

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 15, 2025

Antoinette Marie Chalabi, age 68, of Blue Ridge, GA, passed away on Monday, September 15, 2025, in Blue Ridge, GA. Antoinette was born April 25, 1957, in Long Island City, NY to Vincenzo and Anna Cammarasana.Antoinette was preceded in death by her father, Vincenzo Cammarasana; mother, Anna Graff; and daughter, Tiffany Wallace.She is survived by her spouse, Marwan Chalabi; brothers,...

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.

Mickie was a very active person in her family and...