Obituaries
Allen Conley
Jan 8, 2026
Allen Wayland Conley, 79, of Blairsville, Georgia passed away on January 8, 2026, surrounded by loving family. Allen was born February 18, 1946 in Murphy, North Carolina, the son of Wayland and Etta Conley, and called Blairsville home his entire life.
Allen married Brenda Cunningham Conley on June 28, 1968. In 57 years of marriage, Allen and Brenda shared two daughters:...
J. Harold Smith
Jan 7, 2026
Rev. Dr. J. Harold Smith, age 86, of Blairsville, GA, died Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at his residence. A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, January 24, at 11:30 AM, at the First United Methodist Church of Union County in Blairsville. The family will receive friends at the church from 10:30 until the service hour.
Dr. Smith...
Edward Mashburn
Jan 7, 2026
We're announcing the passing of James Edward Mashburn, a cherished husband, father, and friend, who left us peacefully on January 7, 2026, in his beloved hometown of Blairsville, Georgia. Born on May 18, 1933, James lived a life rich with community spirit, family love, and a deep faith that guided him throughout his years.A lifelong resident of Blairsville, Edward was...
Donn Eugene Smith
Jan 6, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of the beloved Doctor Donn Eugene Smith. Donn passed away peacefully at his home on January 6, 2026, at the age of 96. He would have celebrated his 97th birthday in February.
Donn was born on February 16, 1929 to Adelbert & Ethyl Smith in Columbus, Ohio. Donn was an accomplished chiropractor...
Carol Jane Freeland
Jan 4, 2026
Carol Jane Freeland, age 78, passed away on January 4, 2026, in Acworth, Georgia. She was born on April, 7, 1947, in Hiawassee, Georgia to the late Ralph Nicholson and Claire Kirby Nicholson. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Winford Freeland and a brother, Keith Nicholson. She is survived by a son, Jason...
Charles Brown
Jan 3, 2026
Charles E. Brown Jr., a devoted father, grandfather, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2026, at the age of 93. Charles was born on March 14, 1932, in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, to the late Charles E. Brown Sr and Dorothy Chilvers Brown. He dedicated his professional life to textile chemical sales.
As a veteran of the United...
Geraldine English
Jan 1, 2026
Geraldine Elizabeth Forrister English, age 79, of Murphy, North Carolina, passed away on January 1, 2026 in West Plains, Missouri.
Born on January 26, 1946, in Murphy, North Carolina, Geraldine was the daughter of the late Will and Myrtle Cavendar Forrister. She spent much of her life in Murphy, where she worked for 27 years at Levi Strauss & Company until...
Janet Pittman "Gams" Buchanan
Jan 1, 2026
Janet Pittman “Gams” Buchanan, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, departed this life on January 1, 2026, at the age of 72. Janet was born on April 11, 1953, to Wallace and Othella Chastain Pittman, and she cherished every moment of her life.
Janet was a steadfast presence in the lives of her family, whom she loved fiercely. She is survived...
Robert Earl "Bobby"Davis Jr.
Dec 31, 2025
Robert “Bobby” Earl Davis Jr., age 78, passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at his home in Mineral Bluff, Georgia. Born on September 27, 1947, in Copperhill, Tennessee, to the late Robert Earl Davis Sr and Helen Marie Parris Davis.
Bobby is survived by his three sons, Chad (Maria) Davis, Jeremy (Micah) Davis, and Jason Davis, as well as his...
Estella Barnett
Dec 29, 2025
Estella Robinson "Tubby" Crowder Barnett, age 85, of Murphy, North Carolina, passed away on Monday, December 29, 2025, at Emory Healthcare in Atlanta, Georgia. Mrs. Barnett was born to the late Jessie Robinson and Esther McCray Robinson on April 18, 1940 in Clay County, North Carolina.
She was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Shane; sisters, Glades, Wanda, and...
Dorothy Floyd
Dec 29, 2025
Dorothy Floyd of Blairsville, Georgia, passed away on December 29, 2025. She was born on May 20, 1944, in Blairsville to Roy and Connie McCarter, and she spent her life deeply rooted in the place she called home.
Dorothy found her greatest joy outdoors. Her flower garden was a true labor of love, filled with color and carefully tended blooms, and...
Ellie Clare Harper
Dec 23, 2025
Though she be but little, she was fierce. Elizabeth “Ellie” Clare Harper gained her heavenly wings on December 23, 2025. A petite young lady with a larger-than-life spirit and personality, Ellie passed away after a courageous lifelong battle with MPS VI.
Never one to let her condition slow her down, Ellie lived her 19 years of life to the fullest. During...
Thomas Stalcup
Dec 22, 2025
Tommy Stalcup, age 71, formerly of Murphy, NC passed away at his home in Lawrenceville, GA. He was born on January 15, 1954 to the late Frank A. and Mary Edna Hughes Stalcup.Also preceding in death are two sisters, Linda Stalcup and Rosie Moore Hogsed; one brother, Lloyd (Buzz) Stalcup.Surviving is his son and his sister, Brenda Stalcup Hemphill. Also...
Erik Brown
Dec 22, 2025
Erik Charles Brown, 66, passed away on December 22, 2025. He was born on July 21, 1959, to Charles and Constance Brown.He was a man of creativity and passion, often expressing himself through the lens of his camera. He attended Columbus State University and graduated from the Art Institute of Atlanta, Erik's education was a stepping stone that led to...
Amy Lewis
Dec 21, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Amy, who left this world peacefully on December 21st, 2025. She was a radiant light in the lives of all who knew her, and her memory will live on in the hearts of her family and friends forever.
Amy was a free spirit who found joy in...
John Ledford
Dec 19, 2025
John Ledford, 82, of Copperhill, TN, passed away surrounded by his loved ones on December 19, 2025. He was born on April 2, 1943, in Copperhill, TN, to the late Joseph and Alice Ledford. He was also preceded in death by seven siblings.He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Patsy Ledford; daughter, Patti Elrod; sister; Alene Odom;...
William Hoyt McGill, Jr
Dec 18, 2025
William Hoyt McGill, Jr. of Morganton, GA, passed away surrounded by his loved ones on December 18, 2025. He was born on May 12, 1949, in McCaysville, GA, to Hoyt and Irene McGill.
William found his career as a butcher, where he skillfully carved meat for many years. His dedication to his work was evident, but it was his warm heart...
Bessie Gibson
Dec 16, 2025
Bessie Lea Underwood Gibson, born January 17, 1933, to Roy and Bonnie Allen Underwood, passed away surrounded by her loving family on December 16, 2025.She walked through life with a quiet strength and a warm spirit, embodying her faith and showcasing a beautiful, godly example for all who knew her. Bessie was not only a faithful follower and witness for...
Mary Brown
Dec 13, 2025
Mary Jeanetta Brown, age 88, of Murphy, North Carolina passed away on Saturday, December 13, 2025, in Murphy, North Carolina. She was born in Palm Beach, Florida, on February 6, 1937, to the late Jack and Lilis Purdy Hoagland.Mary was a longtime antique dealer at III C's Antiques in Murphy, North Carolina. She had been a resident of Murphy for...
Frances B. Chambers
Dec 12, 2025
Miss Frances B. Chambers, 90, of Blue Ridge, Georgia, passed away on Friday, December 12, 2025, in Canton, GA. Frances was born September 17, 1935, in Wachula, FL to Lee and Bessie Kathleen Bass.
Frances was preceded in death by her husband, Roger Chambers; grandchild, Paige Mitcham; brother, Jimmy Bass; sister, Faye Bass; and parents, Lee Bass and Bessie Kathleen Bass.
She...
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