Obituary Listing

Jul 4, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Mrs. Judith Ann McDonald. She was a devoted wife, mother/grandmother, an accomplished businesswoman, and a passionate world traveler, who departed this life peacefully on July 4th, 2025, at the age of 89.

Born on May 5th, 1936, in Lansing Michigan, Judy lived a remarkable life marked...

Jul 3, 2025

Yvonne Ann West Gollatz, age 85, of Lavonia, peacefully passed away at her home on Thursday, July 3, 2025. Born on January 15, 1940, in Jacksonville, FL, Yvonne was a member of the Catholic faith throughout her life.

Before her retirement, Yvonne had a fulfilling career as an insurance office manager. Beyond her professional life, she was...

Jul 3, 2025

Camden Del Holmes, beloved son, brother, dad and friend passed away unexpectedly on July 3, 2025 leaving behind a life full of love for his family and friends. Camden had the biggest heart and the biggest smile that brightened any room he entered and such a great passion for life.

Born in Anderson...

Jun 29, 2025

Becky Kay Floyd Stone, age 70 of Clarkesville, Georgia & formerly of the Redwine Community of Hart County, Georgia passed away on Sunday, June 29, 2025 at home.

Born in Royston, Georgia on January 04, 1955, she was a daughter of the late George McWhorter & Ruby Jean Johnson Floyd. Becky was a homemaker who enjoyed cross-stitching...

Jun 27, 2025

Sabastian Dean Monnier, age 33, of Hartwell, passed away Friday, June 27, 2025, at St. Mary's Hospital in Athens.

Born October 21, 1991, in Gwinnett County, GA the son of Eric Monnier and Rhonda Howington Monnier. He was a dedicated husband, father & son. A very unique and one-of-a-kind person. He enjoyed making people laugh, always spoke...

Jun 27, 2025

Rickey Wayne Harbin, aged 69, of Lavonia, peacefully passed away on Friday, June 27, 2025, at his home, following an extended illness.

Rick was born on October 27, 1955, in Greenville, SC, to Ellen Tinsley Harbin and the late Harold P. Harbin. Renowned for his radiant smile and warm embraces, Rick was a cherished figure in the...

Jun 24, 2025

Mr. Kenneth Lux, 88, of Hartwell, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at AnMed Medical Center, surrounded by some of his "big beautiful family."

Ken/Kenny was born on February 11, 1937, in Chicago, Illinois, where he was raised, the son of the late Kenneth Arthur Lux and Vivian O'Brien Lux, for...

Jun 21, 2025

Mrs. Jean "Dinky" West Pruitt, aged 71, of Toccoa, passed away on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville. Born on July 24, 1953, in Atlanta, GA, she was the beloved daughter of the late Howard Eugene and Faye Hall West.

Jean was a dedicated administrative assistant with the Stephens County Health Department....

Jun 16, 2025

Mr. Ricky Gene Jackson, 59, of Hartwell, passed away Monday, June 16, 2025 at St. Mary's Sacred Heart Hospital in Lavonia.

Born on March 21, 1966 in Ft. Myers, FL, he was the son of the late Ernest Eugene Jackson and Ruby Ozell Campbell Jackson. Mr. Jackson was a member of the Hartwell Church of God, and...

Jun 15, 2025

Mr. Fred Wendall Fortson, 72, of Hartwell, passed away peacefully at Hartwell Health & Rehab, Hartwell.

Born on February 6, 1953 in Royston GA, he was the son of the late James I. Fortson and Bonnie Willis Fortson.  Fred lived most of his life in Franklin County and was a Certified Boat and...

Jun 14, 2025

Bobby Lee Barrett, beloved husband, father, brother, and papa, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2025, surrounded by those who loved him the most.

Born on March 21, 1941, in Jackson County, he was the son of the late Grady and Mattie Parr Barrett. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by son; Otis...

Jun 11, 2025

Mr. Stephen Alexander Grubbs, 16, of Hartwell, passed away Wednesday, June 11, 2025.

Born on February 13, 2009 in Toccoa GA, he was the son of Todd Mack Grubbs and Angela Marie Anthony Grubbs.  Stephen loved his Cats & Dogs, riding & trading Mini-bikes, hanging out with his friends, and was of the...

Jun 11, 2025

Mrs. Leanne Fleming Rogers, 53, of Bowman Hwy, Hartwell, passed away Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at her home surrounded by her family.

Born on April 20, 1972 in Anderson SC, she was the daughter of Jerry L. Fleming and the late Patsy "Pat" Vickery Fleming.  Leanne was a former X-Ray technician for Cobb...

Jun 11, 2025

Linda Darlene Huston Whitworth, age 68, of Lavonia, passed away Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at Pruitt Health of Macon.

Born April 18, 1957, in Long Beach, CA, she was the daughter of the late Francis Blaine Huston and Frances Powell. Until her disability, she worked as a biscuit maker for McDonalds. She will be remembered as a...

Jun 10, 2025

Mrs. Timmie Harris Hackett, 88, of Hartwell, passed away Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at her home.

Born on October 13, 1936 in Hartwell GA, she was the daughter of the late Ed Harris and Edna Tallent Harris.  Mrs. Hackett was retired as a Textile Spinner and of the Church of God Faith.

Jun 7, 2025

Mr. Charles Noah Maxwell, 86, of Hartwell, passed away Saturday, June 7, 2025 at Hart Care Center.

Born on February 7, 1939, in Hartwell, GA, he was the son of the late Florine Maxwell. Mr. Maxwell was a long-time employee of Turner Concrete, and was of the Baptist faith.

He is survived by his daughter,...

Jun 3, 2025

Brad Eugene Hail, age 68, of Lavonia, passed away Tuesday, June 3, 2025.

Born December 17, 1956, in Dayton, OH, he was the son of the late Bryer and Patricia Radibauer Hail. Mr. Hail was a self-employed body and fender repairman.

He is survived by his daughter & son-in-law: Jessica Hail & William Lewis Sosebee;...

Jun 2, 2025

David Rehbein Baetzel 83, of Hartwell, Georgia, passed away peacefully at Home on June 2, 2025. Born on May 13, 1942 to Evelyn and Warren Baetzel in Pittsford, NY, Dave was an only child. He grew up on a dairy farm in Pittsford, NY and raised award winning dairy cows. He graduated from Pittsford High School, attended...

Jun 2, 2025

Carol V. Moon, 87, of Hartwell, passed away on Monday, June 2, 2025 at Hart Care Center.

Carol was born in Hart County to the late Ira and Lille Mae Vickery.  She was one of fourteen children.  She was a lifelong member of Sardis Baptist Church. She served as a Sunday School teacher,...

May 30, 2025

Mrs. Frances Walters Sokol, 94, of Hartwell, passed away Friday, May 30, 2025 at Hart Care Center.

Born on December 14, 1930 in Hartwell GA, she was the daughter of the late Johnny Walters and Eula Ayers Walters.  Mrs. Sokol was a bookkeeper for 40 years at the Hartwell Garment Company and was...