Obituaries

Jun 20, 2025

David Wayne Brock , age 69 of Hoschton, Ga., passed away Friday, June 20, 2025. He is survived by his nephews, nieces, cousins, his beloved dog 8ball, and a host of other relatives. David is preceded in death by his parents Johnnie and Marzee Rockmore Brock; siblings Maria Elizabeth McDougald, John Donald Brock, Lucious Eugene...

Jun 18, 2025

Harold Ray Edge , beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather passed away Thursday, June 18, 2025. He was born on April 7, 1933 in Braselton, GA to J.C and Cammie Wood Edge. He is proceeded in death by his parents, his wife Carolyn, his son Gary Harold Edge, his grandson Joshua David Edge and...

Jun 12, 2025

Doris Carty Jones , age 76 of Braselton, Ga., passed away Thursday, June 12, 2025. Doris is survived by her husband Lane Jones; son Cole Jones and wife Emily; daughter Andrea Travis; brothers Gary Carty and wife Rhonda, Ken Carty and wife Linda, Charles Carty and wife Linda, David Carty and wife Becky; sister Phyllis...

Jun 9, 2025

In Loving Memory of Jason Sasha Melyanets July 25, 1998 – June 9 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Jason Sasha Melyanets , who was born on July 25, 1998, to Alexander and Maria Melyanets. Jason was the second of seven siblings—Daniel, {Jason}, Alena, Sam, Victoria,...

Jun 8, 2025

Carl Wayne Holbrook , 59 of Winder entered into rest on Sunday, June 8, 2025.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Jayne Holbrook; parents, Kenneth and Charlotte Holbrook; brother, Robert Holbrook.

Carl is survived by his sister, Cathie (Craig) Schuman; daughter, Jessica Lynn Wynch;...

May 29, 2025

Evelyn LaVern Hall, age 61, of Cornelia, passed away Thursday, May 29, 2025.  Mrs. Hall was born in Hoschton, GA to the late William C. and Aline Gaddis Stowe.  She loved music, dancing, fishing and spending time with her grandchildren and eating good food.  Survivors include her son Charlie Hall and wife Julie; daughters Kimberly...

May 25, 2025

Patricia Ann Matthews , age 80, of Winder, Ga., passed away Sunday, May 25, 2025. Patricia was a former City Clerk for the City of Auburn, she will be missed by many. Arrangements to be announced at a later date. Arrangements by Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53 Hoschton, Ga., 30548. Lawsonfuneralhome.org. 706-654-0966.

May 20, 2025

Patricia A. Carper, born on July 24, 1960, in Washington, DC, departed this world on May 20, 2025. She leaves behind a rich legacy defined by her unwavering dedication to her career and her deep love for her family.

Patricia devoted a significant portion of her life to public service, beginning her career at the Broward County Sheriff’s Department in Florida....

May 6, 2025

Robert Wayne Woods, 88, of Athens, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2025, lovingly surrounded by family, rejoining his beloved wife of 57 years, Carolyn, in Heaven.

Respected and appreciated by all who knew him, Wayne, as he was known, was born in Atlanta to Carl Hubert Woods and Elizabeth Coke...

Apr 30, 2025

Reed John Sheridan , aged 66, died on Wednesday 30 April 2025 at home with his wife, Judy Sheridan (Nunnally), and daughters, Sara and Lara, at his side.

Reed was born in Southampton, New York, on 26 February 1959 to Donald and Jean Sheridan. After graduating from the University of Georgia...

Apr 29, 2025

Steven Scott Shedd , age 48 of Winder, Ga., passed away Tuesday, April 29, 2025. A Funeral Service will be held at 7:00 pm, Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at Lawson Funeral Home Chapel. Inurnment Barrow Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Arrangements by Lawson...

Apr 27, 2025

Rosie Mae Clark , age 78 of Winder, passed away Sunday, April 27, 2025. A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 am, Thursday, May 1, 2025 at Lawson Funeral Home Chapel. Officiating will be Rev. Robert Tidd. Interment to follow at Barrow Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm to 8:00...

Apr 27, 2025

Lewis Randall Patton , age 62 of Comer, Ga., passed away Sunday, April 27, 2025. Lewis loved NASCAR, wrestling, dancing, country music, visiting the flea market, die cast cars, and of course his family. Lewis is survived by his son Tony Patton of Winder; daughter Jessica Patton of South Carolina; brother Charles Wendall Patton of...

Apr 19, 2025

Frances Floella Ledford , age 91 of Braselton, Ga., passed away Saturday, April 19, 2025. Frances loved playing music and most of all her Bible. She is survived by her son Brian Keith Ledford Sr. and wife Victoria of Hoschton; daughters Patricia Stowe and husband Michael of Maysville, Tanya Hall of Chatsworth; 41 grandchildren; 31...

Apr 18, 2025

David A. Boyer, age 86, of Braselton, Ga., passed away Friday, April 18, 2025. David was a US Navy Lieutenant Commander and accumulated a master’s degree through schooling. He is survived by his loving wife Delores Ingram Boyer; children Joseph Dennis Boyer, Eric David Boyer and wife Lynnette; stepchildren Lorie DeAnne Westbrooks Teke and husband...

Apr 13, 2025

Brandie Lynn Waters, age 35 of Monroe, GA passed away Sunday, April 13, 2025. Brandie loved her girls and her cell phone very much. She will be missed by many. Brandie is survived by her daughters Angel Waters and Isabella Martinez both of Monroe; brothers Ricky Waters and wife Jessica of Bogart, and Jeffery Edmondson...

Apr 12, 2025

Ko Xiong, age 71 of Jefferson, Ga., passed away Saturday, April 12, 2025. Services are to be held May 2nd, 3rd, and 4th, 2025. Services are to be held at Lawson Funeral Home Chapel. Interment to follow at Woodbine Cemetery. Arrangements by Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53 Hoschton, Ga., 30548. Lawsonfuneralhome.org. 706-654-0966.

Apr 5, 2025

Diana Marie Opolka , age 85, of Lawrenceville, Ga., passed away Saturday, April 5, 2025. Diana gained her master’s degree in music from Georgia State University and following that became a music teacher. She was a member of the Atlanta Chapter of The American Guild of Organists and played the Organ at Church when needed....

Mar 30, 2025

Joan Marie Roman Rousseau , age 70, of Auburn, Ga., passed away Sunday, March 30, 2025. Joan was a free-spirited woman who loved her family, her animals, gardening, and her she-shed. She is survived by her husband John Rousseau; children Natalie Rousseau Fouty (Ashley Fouty) and Emily Rousseau; grandchildren Desmond, Elizabeth, and Cooper; siblings Ceil...

Mar 29, 2025

Virginia “Kaye” Brock (Carter) , born on April 9, 1964 in Winder, Ga., passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, March 29, 2025, in Jefferson, Georgia. She was a dedicated mother, wife, and nanny. She will be remembered fondly for her kindness and unwavering love for her family. She has touched the lives of...