Obituaries

Oct 17, 2024

Martha Faye Martin , born in Forsyth County and attended Chestatee School passed away Thursday, October 17, 2024. In 1955 the family moved to Hoschton, Ga., when Lake Lanier took their farm. She graduated from Jackson County High School and that is when the journey began.

Martha was the owner of...

Oct 15, 2024

Delton Verner , age 80 of Watkinsville passed away Tuesday, October 15, 2024.  Delton loved many things including: reading, bird watching, the Atlanta Braves and the Georgia Bulldogs which he was a lifetime fan of, his two cats, Merlin and Misty, and most importantly his family and friends. He was a passionate follower and witness...

Oct 12, 2024

Darlene Mae Gipson , age 78 of Clermont, Ga., passed away Saturday, October 12, 2024. Darlene loved arts and crafts, the flea market, bingo, Bath and Body Works, the lottery, shopping, and most of all her family, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She is survived by her son Wayne Gipson and wife Melody of Winder; daughters...

Oct 7, 2024

Paula Beth Mayo , born October 21, 1957, of Loganville passed away at age 66, Monday, October 7, 2024. Paula is survived by her daughters Sara Alarid and husband Ray of Loganville, Beth Murry of Perry; brothers Tim Taylor and wife Christie , Michael Taylor and wife Ruth Ann, Ben Lacy and wife Beth, Steve...

Oct 6, 2024

Deborah (Mitchell) Butcher, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother (GiGi), sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2024, at the age of 65. Her passing leaves an immense void in the lives of those who were fortunate enough to know and love her. Deborah was known for her remarkable kindness, her selfless...

Sep 25, 2024

Teresa Lynne Woods , age 60 of Alto, Ga., passed away Wednesday, September 25, 2024. Teresa loved to cook, shop, watch GA football, her cat Baby Girl, her family and grandchildren very much. She is survived by her daughter Jami Nicholson and husband Caleb of Alto; sister Carole Downey and husband Wayne of Flowery Branch;...

Sep 23, 2024

Blake Ward Foster , age 57, of Statham, Ga., passed away Monday, September 23, 2024. Blake loved preaching, counsel, football, playing Pokémon Go, the GA Bulldogs, and most of all his family. Blake attended Liberty University online in Lynchburg ,VA to obtain a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health. He truly enjoyed counseling many people...

Sep 19, 2024

James Edwin Burris Jr. , age 85 of Hoschton, GA, passed away Thursday, September 19, 2024. James was a member of the Church On The Hill, he loved woodworking, animals, baseball, and collecting baseball cards. He also trained guard dogs and a Siberian Huskey in his time here. He was a loving husband, father, and...

Sep 16, 2024

Betty Mize Everett, age 65 of Hoschton, Ga., passed away Monday, September 16, 2024. Betty was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She enjoyed camping, trout fishing, gardening, and especially spending time with her grandchildren. Betty is survived by her husband Don Everett; daughters Amanda Rider and husband Dale of Hoschton, Michelle Hill and husband...

Sep 14, 2024

Thomas “Tom” Edward Gooby , age 78, of Braselton, passed away on Saturday, September 14, 2024. Born on January 27, 1946, in Malden, Massachusetts, he was the son of the late Edward and Claire Gooby. In addition to his parents, Tom was preceded in death by his brother, Alan Gooby.

Tom...

Sep 1, 2024

Constantin Bonciu , age 82 of Suwannee passed away Sunday September 1, 2024. A Funeral Service will be held, 11:00 am Thursday September 5, 2024 at Lawson Funeral Home. Officiating will be Father Nicolae Clempus. Interment to follow at Hoschton City Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Wednesday, September 4,...

Aug 31, 2024

Jeffrey Paul Stinchcomb , age 65, of Hoschton passed away Saturday, August 31, 2024.  He was a loving son, brother, father, grandfather, uncle and friend to all. Jeffrey was a Jackson County High School and a member of Walnut Fork Baptist Church.  Survivors include his mother Ruth Stinchcomb, special friend Sherri; half brothers Bobby Stinchcomb...

Aug 31, 2024

Rebecca “Becky” Ann McNeal , age 86, of Gainesville passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 31, 2024. Becky was a member of Flowery Branch First Baptist Church for over 50 years, she was also a member of the Eastern Star. Becky was a former City Clerk of Flowery Branch and then retired from Sam’s Club....

Aug 30, 2024

Hardy Cornelius Warmack, III , age 83, of Statham passed away Friday, August 30, 2024. Survivors include his wife Phyllis Warmack; sons Ryan Warmack and wife Deven of Harpersville, Jason Warmack of Statham; daughters Jennifer Synder and husband Tracey of Woodstock and  Erin Eskridge of St. Mary’s; sister Marry Anne; grandchildren Grayson Synder and wife...

Aug 20, 2024

Joseph Franklin Boyd , age 83, of Braselton passed away Tuesday, August 20, 2024. A Funeral Service will be held 7:00 pm, Thursday, August 22, 2024 at Lawson Funeral Home Chapel. Officiating will be Bishop Jerry Gaddis and Caleb Grizzle. Interment cremation. The family will receive friends 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Thursday, August 22,...

Aug 14, 2024

Shirley “Coleen” Holland , born on February 12, 1943, went to be with the Lord and her precious daughter on Wednesday, August 14th, 2024. A woman of deep faith and boundless love, Coleen’s life was dedicated to her family, friends, and the love she shared with those around her.

She was...

Aug 9, 2024

Ollie Massey , age 82, of Winder passed away Friday, August 9, 2024.  Funeral services will be held 11:00 am Thursday, August 15, 2024 at Lawson Funeral Home Chapel.  Interment to follow at Nazareth United Methodist Church Cemetery in Winder.  The family will receive friends 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at...

Aug 1, 2024

Neyda Marylia Reyes Hempton , age 72, of Winder passed away Thursday, August 1, 2024. She loved The American Bible Challenge, dancing for the Lord, and most of all her family. Neyda is survived by her husband Rick Hempton, sons Jesus Miranda, Richard Hempton, Giovanni Rosado; daughters Karen Lizette Rivera, Elizabeth Bray, Angelique Moon, Natasha...

Jul 25, 2024

Mr. Jerry Frank Waddell , age 80, of Hoschton, GA passed away Thursday, July 25, 2024 at Northeast Georgia Medical Center. Mr. Waddell was born on February 9, 1944 in Jackson County to the late, Scott and Ann McCain Waddell. In addition to his parents, Mr. Waddell was preceded in death by his wife, Kaye...

Jul 21, 2024

Bobby Gene McDaniel , age 67 of Jefferson passed away, Sunday, July 21, 2024. Bobby loved many things including his family, friends, great grandson, and wrestling. He is survived by his wife of 51 years Louise Gaddis McDaniel of Jefferson; daughter Crystal Chandler and husband Rickey of Jefferson; grandsons TJ Bishop and wife Tori, Travis...