Obituaries

Donna Joan Jolley

Donna Joan Jolley

Dec 26, 2023

Donna Joan Jolley , age 59 of Winder passed away Tuesday, December 26, 2023. She is survived by her husband of 43 years Terry William Rutledge Sr. ; children Terry William Rutledge Jr., Christopher Columbus Rutledge, Cashia Denene White (Katie White), Donald Ross Rutledge; grandchildren Haleigh Anne Rutledge, Keylan Anthony Rutledge, Destany D’shay Trent, Ashton...

Dorothy Ann King

Dorothy Ann King

Dec 21, 2023

Dorothy Ann King , age 77 of Winder passed away Thursday, December 21, 2023. She is survived by her husband Richard Franklin King; son James Richard King; daughters Melinda Smith, Debra Palermo, Kimberly Ann Ramos; 9 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren. Dorothy was preceded in death by her father Joel Black and mother Lillian Gray. A...

Jannie Louise West

Jannie Louise West

Dec 19, 2023

Jannie Louise West , age 90 of Hoschton, Ga., passed away Tuesday, December 19, 2023. A Funeral service will be held 11:00 am Friday, December 22, 2023 at Lawson Funeral Home Chapel. Officiating will be Bishop Jerry Gaddis and Pastor Cory Sexton. Interment Friendship Baptist Church in Danielsville, Ga.. The family will receive friends one...

Barry Matthew Peppers

Barry Matthew Peppers

Dec 18, 2023

Barry Matthew Peppers , born March 23, 1969 passed away December 18, 2023. Barry drove a transfer truck for over 40 years and loved his job. He loved to race and watch his son and family members race as well. He loved his children and grandchildren beyond words. He was loved by everyone that knew...

Paul Joseph Klein

Paul Joseph Klein

Dec 13, 2023

Paul Joseph Klein, age 62 of Winder passed away Wednesday, December 13, 2023 surrounded by loved ones who rejoiced when he entered into the presence of his Lord. Paul displayed strong faith, courage and joy amid difficult health challenges. He was a preacher and punster who encouraged others with scripture and dad jokes. He will be remembered...

Gary Joseph Thomas

Gary Joseph Thomas

Nov 28, 2023

Gary Joseph Thomas , age 66 of Winder passed away Tuesday, November 28, 2023. A Funeral Service will be held 7:00 pm Saturday, December 2, 2023 at Lawson Funeral Home Chapel. Interment cremation. The family will receive friends 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Saturday, December 2, 2023 at the funeral home. Arrangements by Lawson Funeral...

Grady “Tommy” Watkins

Grady “Tommy” Watkins

Nov 26, 2023

Grady “Tommy” Watkins, age 67 of Crawfordville passed away Sunday, November 26, 2023. Tommy loved many things including; fishing, hunting, riding on dirt roads, motorcycles, boats, boating, living life to the fullest, and especially his family, children, and grandchildren. He is survived by his daughter Christy Sicovich of Statham; brothers Joey Watkins and wife Sherri...

James Donald Kilgore

James Donald Kilgore

Nov 26, 2023

James Donald Kilgore , age 85 of Hoschton passed away Sunday, November 26, 2023. James played football and baseball in high school and later found a love for golf ! He is survived by his wife Marsha Kilgore; daughter Karen Lee; sister Donnas K. McGlashan and husband Peter; grandchildren Jessica Lee, Sean Lee, Christopher Lee;...

Maryann Margaret Miller

Maryann Margaret Miller

Nov 20, 2023

Maryann Margaret Miller , age 53 of Braselton passed away Monday, November 20, 2023. A Memorial service will be held 11:00 am Saturday, November 25, 2023 at Lawson Funeral Home Chapel. Officiating will be Steve Moulder. Interment cremation. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Arrangements by...

Ted Franklin Tillery Sr.

Ted Franklin Tillery Sr.

Nov 18, 2023

Ted Franklin Tillery Sr. age 66 of Conyers passed away Saturday, November 18, 2023. Services are to be annouced at a later date. Interment cremation. Arrangements by Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53 Hoschton, Ga., 30548. Lawsonfuneralhome.org. 706-654-0966.

Steven Michael Williams

Steven Michael Williams

Nov 7, 2023

Steven Michael Williams , age 70, of Winder, GA, passed away on November 7, 2023. He was born on June 24, 1953, in Pensacola, FL. Steven is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Sharon Taylor Williams, of Winder, GA. He has five children: Stacey (Jeff) Hayes of Woodstock, GA, Cheryl (John) Kunik of...

Joyce Fay Harkins

Joyce Fay Harkins

Nov 7, 2023

Joyce Fay Harkins , age 64 of Braselton passed away Tuesday, November 7, 2023. A Funeral Service will be held 11:00 am Saturday, November 11, 2023 at Lawson Funeral Home Chapel. Officiating will be Dr. Shane Roberson. Interment to follow at Shoal Creek Baptist Church in Cleveland, GA. The family will receive friends 6:00 pm...

Vicki Ann (Moore) Era

Vicki Ann (Moore) Era

Nov 3, 2023

Vicki Ann (Moore) Era , 69 of Bethlehem, GA passed away on Friday, November 3 rd , 2023 peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones. She was born in Dorchester County, MD on September 27 th , 1954 and was the daughter of the late Carolyn Rose (Wheeler) Elzey and Billy A. Moore, and raised...

Cherryl Lee Ramey

Cherryl Lee Ramey

Oct 31, 2023

Cherryl Lee Ramey , age 72 of Alto passed away Tuesday, October 31, 2023. She loved her animals, flowers, being outside, collecting what nots, and wearing jewelry. Cherryl was a sweet soul and will be very missed. She is survived by her husband James L. Ramey Sr. of Alto; son James L. Ramey Jr. of...

Elvie Mcclure “Mom” Stilwell

Elvie Mcclure “Mom” Stilwell

Oct 24, 2023

Elvie McClure “Mom” Stilwell , age 102 of Jefferson passed away Tuesday, October 24, 2023. Elvie’s grandchildren were her pride and joy. She is survived by her sons Leonard Stilwell and wife Artie of Andrews N.C., Danny Stilwell and wife Marolyn of Jefferson. Elvie was preceded in death by her husband W.A. Stilwell; son Donnie...

Rebecca Ann Puckett Golden

Rebecca Ann Puckett Golden

Oct 24, 2023

Rebecca Ann Puckett Golden , age 40 of Winder passed away Tuesday, October 24, 2023. She loved doing word searches, listening to Gospel music, exploring, plants, and most of all her children. Rebecca is survived by her husband Richard S. Golden of Winder; brothers Franklin Culver and wife Marie of Carnesville, Charles Henry Puckett of...

Frances Patricia Mauldin

Frances Patricia Mauldin

Oct 18, 2023

Fra nces Patricia Mauldin , age 80 of Athens, passed away Wednesday, October 18, 2023. Frances loved the Lord and Gospel, collecting cookie jars, her family, and especially her grandchildren. She is survived by her children Victoria Ledford and husband Brian Keith Sr., Tim Mauldin and wife Stella; siblings Mary Stein (Plum), Verlyn...

Steven Lee Mcdaniel

Steven Lee Mcdaniel

Oct 15, 2023

Steven Lee McDaniel , age 47 of Jefferson passed away Sunday, October 15, 2023. Steven loved his Church, listening to gospel music, and cleaning his cars. He is survived by his parents Bobby and Louise McDaniel; sister Crystal Chandler and husband Rickey of Jefferson; nephews T.J. Bishop and Travis Bishop; great nephew Mayson Bishop and...

Michael Comell Hutch

Michael Comell Hutch

Oct 9, 2023

Mr. Michael Comell Hutch, age 66 of Chimney Ridge Blairsville passed away peacefully at his home on Monday October 9, 2023 following a brief illness. Mr. Hutch was born on April 1, 1957 in Clinton, Iowa, the son of the late Comell Hutch and the late Mary Stewart. Michael was a teacher and baseball coach...

Marcia Ann Vinneau Lassiter

Marcia Ann Vinneau Lassiter

Oct 7, 2023

Marcia Ann Vinneau Lassiter , age 75 passed away Saturday, October 7, 2023. Marcia loved many things including cooking, arts and crafts, animals, people, and especially her grandchildren. She is survived by her husband Charles Jerry Lassiter I; sons Richard Kevin Lassiter and Charles Jerry Lassiter II; daughter Brandi Lassiter Aiken and husband Richard; grandchildren...