Obituaries
DeVaughn Jones
Nov 20, 2025
DeVaughn Jones, 92, of McCaysville, Georgia, passed away on November 20, 2025. He was born on May 18, 1933, in Turtletown, TN, to the late Allen and Edith Jones.
He spent his career as a dedicated welder at the Tennessee Copper Company, where his craftsmanship and strong work ethic made a lasting impression on those who knew him. He was a...
Marilyn Thomas
Nov 19, 2025
Marilyn Thomas, affectionately known as "Meme," left this world for her heavenly home on the morning of November 19, 2025. She was retired from the Georgia Department of Labor. Marilyn was a devoted follower of Christ and a generous giver that supported many ministries both local and abroad. She enjoyed playing the piano and going to gospel singings. She loved...
James Daniel Mason
Nov 18, 2025
James "Jimmy" (Bobo) Mason, age 55, of Lula, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, to be with his Lord. He was a former longtime resident of Blairsville and an active member of First Baptist Church Blairsville, Georgia. Jimmy never met a stranger in life, and he always kept a smile on his face to share with everyone. He...
Stephen Herdis Arp
Nov 16, 2025
Stephen Herdis Arp, age 73, of Murphy, NC, passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2025. Stephen was born July 2, 1952, in Turtletown, TN to Herdis and Lavanch Arp.
Stephen was preceded in death by his wife, Linda Arp; father, Herdis Arp; mother, Lavanch Arp; and sisters, Sandra Davis and Shirley (Nick) Payne. Stephen was loved by all his family.
He is...
Eulala Cook
Nov 16, 2025
Eulala Cook, age 88 of Murphy, NC, went home to be with her Lord & Savior on Sunday, November 16, 2025.
Eulala, a native of Murphy, was a member of First United Methodist Church and was of the Baptist faith.
Eulala was born on November 24, 1936, to the late John Lester and Kate Clonts Stiles. She retired from Contelle/Verizon with over...
John Orlando Hill, Jr.
Nov 15, 2025
The passing of our Dad, John Orlando Hill, Jr., was on November 15, 2025.
He was a 30-year resident of Union County. He was a member of Shady Grove Methodist Church and Choestoe Baptist Church. Born in Lebanon, Tennessee, to J. O. Hill, Sr, and Georgia Hankins Hill on January 7th, 1932.
He was raised in Tennessee and proudly served in the...
Lewis "Dan" Daniel Jones
Nov 13, 2025
Lewis (Dan) Daniel Jones, born on November 21, 1938, in Athens, Georgia, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2025, at his home in Mineral Bluff, Georgia, leaving this world for his long awaited adventure. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, known for his warm personality and adventurous spirit.
Dan was married to his soulmate, Barbara A....
Thomas "Tony" Anthony Brown
Nov 12, 2025
Thomas "Tony" Anthony Brown, age 59, of Mineral Bluff, GA, passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at his home. Tony was born November 9, 1966, in Ducktown, TN to Tommy and Patsy Brown.
Tony was preceded in death by his father, Tommy Brown; sister, Erika Brown; and brother, Jayden Cole.
Tony enjoyed hunting and fishing and was a skilled taxidermist. He...
Marcus Allen Tuschel
Nov 12, 2025
Marcus A. Tuschel, 87, of Blairsville, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, following a brave battle with cancer.
A funeral service to honor, recognize and celebrate the life of Marcus A. Tuschel will take place on November 15, 2025. The family will receive visitors beginning at 10AM at the Cochran-McDaniel Funeral Home Blairsville Chapel. Service with Pastors...
Elton Guffey
Nov 9, 2025
Elton Eugene Guffey, affectionately known as Gene, was born on July 20, 1929, in McMinnville, Tennessee. After a life defined by adventure, love, and remarkable achievements, Gene departed this world on November 9, 2025 at the age of 96 years old, in Erlanger East, leaving behind cherished memories and an enduring legacy.
A true patriot, Gene devoted 25 years of his...
William Harold Killian
Nov 8, 2025
It is with heartfelt sadness that we share the news of William Harold Killian's passing on November 8, 2025.
Born on December 5, 1947, in Murphy, NC, he graduated Murphy High School Class of 1966. His classmates were lifelong friends. He was a proud veteran, drafted into the Army in 1967, and served our country for 2 years. He was stationed...
Linzie Oney
Nov 7, 2025
Linzie Ray Oney, age 67, of Blairsville, Georgia, passed away peacefully on November 7, 2025. He was born in New London, Ohio, on September 1, 1958, to the late Virgil and Ruth Oney.Linzie is survived by his beloved wife of 46 years, Sally Ann Oney (Selman); his son, Jason Joseph Oney, and his wife, Anna Maria Oney (Linzie's favorite daughter-in-law),...
Tommy Bell
Nov 6, 2025
Tommy Ray Bell, age 80, of Murphy, North Carolina passed away on Thursday, November 6, 2025, in Blairsville, Georgia. Mr. Bell was born on October 7, 1945 to the late Thomas H. Bell and Bessie Johnson Bell Bailey . Tommy was also preceded in death by wife, Irene Cole Bell.
Tommy was a member of the New Liberty Baptist Church in...
Dennis Barto
Nov 2, 2025
Long time resident of Blairsville, Georgia, Dennis "Denny" Barto passed away peacefully in early November after an extended illness. Denny grew up in Florida after coming from his birthplace of Canada. He joined the Marines right after high school and served honorably for freedom's cause during the Vietnam War. Denny met his second wife Chris at church after they had...
Percy Browne
Nov 2, 2025
Percy C. Browne, age 90, departed this life on November 2, 2025. Percy was born on September 17, 1935, in Leicester, England to Archibald and Florence Browne, and spent the majority of his life in Florida before finding solace and joy in the mountains of North Carolina, where he resided at Fontana Dam.Percy was a devoted husband to his beloved...
Randall Hughes
Nov 2, 2025
Randall Joseph (R.J.) Hughes, age 69, passed away on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at his home in Morganton, Georgia. Born on October 3, 1956, in Blue Ridge, Georgia, to Coyet Hughes and Evelyn Stanley Hughes. He was proud to be from the Dial Area. Randall was a proud North Georgia mountain man who exemplified dedication and resilience throughout his life.
RJ...
Reece Hollis
Oct 31, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Reece Jamison Hollis, who left this world much too soon on October 31, 2025, at the age of 25. Born on November 4, 1999, in Atlanta, Georgia, Reece was a beloved son, brother, and friend, known for his kind heart and vibrant spirit. He resided in Cumming, Georgia, where...
Boyd Hammond
Oct 31, 2025
Boyd Franklin Hammond Sr., age 88, of Blue Ridge, GA, passed away on Friday, October 31, 2025, at his home in Blue Ridge, GA. Boyd was born November 22, 1936, in Fowler, CO to Glenn and Ruth Hammond. Mr. Hammond worked for Oklahoma City Chemical Company as a Purchasing Agent and then transferred to Tennessee Chemical Company in 1974. He...
Betty W. Parham
Oct 31, 2025
Betty Whitehead Parham, age 88, entered into Heaven on October 31, 2025. Born on September 23, 1937, in Farmington, Georgia, Betty was the beloved daughter of Nellie Thompson Whitehead and William Foster Whitehead Sr. She was a cherished resident of Blairsville, Georgia, since 1997, where she shared her warm spirit and love with all who knew her.
Betty was married to...
Donald Ledford
Oct 28, 2025
Donald Lee Ledford, 83, of Blairsville, Georgia, passed away October 28, 2025, in Northeast Georgia Medical Center. He was born on February 19, 1942, in Blairsville, Georgia to the late Ezra and Juanita Ledford. He was raised in a loving family where he was taught strong, Christian values.
As a child he went to Ivy Log Baptist Church and received awards...
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