Obituaries

Jul 7, 2024

Dawn Denise Eckes, a beacon of love and kindness, left this world on July 7, 2024, at the age of 64. Born on September 3, 1959, in Midland, Texas. Dawn's journey through life was marked by her unwavering commitment to her family, her passion for life, and her selfless nature. She passed away peacefully in McCormick, South Carolina, surrounded...

Jul 6, 2024

COURTESY OBITUARY

Larry Eugene Turner, 77, husband of Shirley Mitchell Turner, resident of Campbell Church Road, entered into rest Saturday, July 6, 2024, at Abbeville Area Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on January 30, 1947, in Lincoln County Ga., to the late James Anderson and Willie Bell Turner, Larry worked in construction...

Jul 5, 2024

Rosa Mae Reed passed away peacefully on July 5, 2024, in Tignall, Georgia, at the age of 93.

Born on April 14, 1931, in Wadley, Georgia, she was the beloved daughter of the late Steve and Madie Meeks. Rosa Mae, as she was affectionately known, lived a life marked by friendship, love, and a gentle spirit that...

Jul 5, 2024

William Gerald Martin passed away peacefully on July 5, 2024, at the Hodges SC home of his daughter, Debbie. Born on March 3, 1939, in Abbeville, SC, Gerald's life was an ongoing testament to the love, laughter and generosity he brought into the world.

Gerald was the cherished husband of Patricia N. Martin, with whom he shared...

Jun 30, 2024

McDuffie County

Donna Ruth Butts, 72, Thomson, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on June 30, 2024. Donna was born and raised in Anthony, Kansas on February 6, 1952, graduated from Anthony High School and loved being a homemaker for her family.  She enjoyed writing, baking, gardening and reading, and had a special interest in extraterrestrial and outer...

Jun 28, 2024

Larry Edward Wilder, 73 of Lincolnton passed away peacefully on June 28, 2024 at his residence. Born in Greensboro, Georgia, on May 12, 1951, to the late William and Dorothy Wheelis Wilder, Larry's life was a testament to the values of love, friendship, and family that he held dear. He is survived by his wife, Beverly Bramlett; daughters, Misty...

Jun 26, 2024

Mr. Robert Coleman Quarles, affectionately known as Opie to his friends and family, passed away on June 26, 2024, at the age of 51. Born on December 30, 1972, in Wilkes County, Georgia, Opie was a man whose robust laughter and generous spirit left a lasting impression on all who knew him.

No service is planned at...

Jun 22, 2024

McDuffie County

Jo Ann Henderson, 83, Dearing, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on June 22, 2024.

Jo Ann was born in Wilcox County, Georgia on June 30, 1940, grew up in Abbeville, graduated from Wilcox County High School and lived the majority of her life in Dearing, Georgia.  She was Christian by faith and a...

Jun 21, 2024

McDuffie County

Charles "Gary" Adams, 72, Dearing, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on June 21, 2024.

Gary was born in Dearing, Georgia on September 6, 1951, grew up in McDuffie County and lived his entire life here.  He retired from Jefferson Energy after over 25 years of service.  Gary was Baptist by faith, enjoyed hunting,...

Jun 19, 2024

McDuffie County

Evelyn Rabun Richards, 91, Thomson, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on June 19, 2024.

She was born in Dearing, Georgia on November 5, 1932, grew up and lived all her life in McDuffie County and graduated from Dearing High School.  She was Christian by faith, a member of First Baptist Church Thomson and...

Jun 13, 2024

McDuffie County

Raymond Eugene "Gene" Westbrook, Jr., 84, Thomson, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on June 13, 2024

Gene was born in Chester, South Carolina on January 28, 1940, grew up in Chester and joined the Air Force after graduation. After serving in the Air Force, he settled in Savannah, Georgia and taught in the...

Jun 9, 2024

Mary Will Beard, a cherished educator, and lifelong resident of Georgia, passed away peacefully on June 9, 2024, in Augusta, GA. Born on January 22, 1945, in Athens, GA, to the late Alton Meredith and Mary Will Teat Beard, Mary's warmth and wisdom touched many throughout her remarkable life. Mary's early years were spent in the nurturing environment of...

Jun 5, 2024

Annie Hardwick, a beacon of warmth and love, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2024, at the age of 88, in Pickens, South Carolina. Born on April 15, 1936, in Augusta, Georgia, Annie was a daughter to the late Adolphus and Gracie Reid Patterson. Her life was a testament to the power of kindness and the strength of the...

Jun 4, 2024

Mrs. Linda Marie Myers Thornton passed away peacefully at her home in Washington, GA, on June 4, 2024, at the age of 51. Born on February 8, 1973, to Joel Ray Myers and Tommie Dill Myers, Linda's life was a tapestry of close family bonds, cherished friendships, and a deep appreciation for the simple joys of life. Linda's legacy...

Jun 3, 2024

Billy Crocket "Bill" Lanier, 86, entered into eternal rest on June 3, 2024, at his residence.

Bill was born in Garfield, Georgia, to the late Marley C. "Pop" Lanier and the late Laura Mae Bell "Ma" Johnson Lanier.  He was an Air Force Veteran who proudly served his country.  He worked for International Paper as Power House...

Jun 1, 2024

Mrs. Cindy Lou Trammell Wilson, 68, of Thomson, Georgia, passed away June 1, 2024. Cindy was born on March 1, 1956, in Houston, Texas, to the late George Glen and Patsy Ruth Wilson Trammell.

After graduating from Friendswood High School, she attended Kilgore College in Kilgore, Texas. Cindy was a dancer at heart and by trade. While...

May 30, 2024

McDuffie County

Elaine Marie Uldin Bruntz, 88, Thomson, entered into eternal rest on May 30, 2024.

Elaine was born in South Bend, Indiana on September 30, 1935, and she married her late husband, Richard Bruntz in 1956.  Elaine had two sons, Craig Bruntz, born in 1957 and Kent Bruntz, born in 1962.  She moved to...

May 29, 2024

McDuffie County

Emily Joyce Callaway Dunn, of Thomson, Georgia, formerly of Sparta and Clarksville, GA, passed away peacefully on May 29,2024. She was born April 22, 1942, in Greensboro, Georgia to the late Lawrence Felton Callaway and Annette Ogletree Callaway Cason.

Emily graduated from Greensboro High School, Class of 1960. After that, she worked at...

May 26, 2024

p>Lisa Ware Grimaud, 61 passed away peacefully on May 26, 2024, in Athens, Georgia. Born on April 12, 1963, in the serene town of Ketchikan, Alaska, Lisa's early years were spent in the embrace of the Pacific Northwest. Her childhood was rooted in Washington, Georgia, where she attended Wilkes Academy and Washington Wilkes, forming lifelong friendships and memories. Lisa's formative...

May 25, 2024

Warren County

Leonard "Curtis" Smith, 90, Warrenton, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on May 25, 2024.

Curtis was born in Trenton, South Carolina on May 11, 1934, went to elementary school in Camak and graduated from Warrenton High School.  He lived in Warren County since the age of 4, was a member of the Franklin...