Obituaries

Jan 14, 2017

Jack McKay, 80 died Saturday, January 14, 2017 following an extended illness. He was born to the late Leonard and Hazel (Berrong) McKay on November 19, 1936 in Towns County, Hiawassee, GA. He was married to Barbara Ann (Nichols) McKay on May 29, 1954, they were married 62 years. Jack is survived by his wife, Barbara and two children, his...

Jan 7, 2017

C.E. Buddy Baxter passed away on January 7, 2017 at his home. Buddy was born June 2, 1939 in Atlanta, Georgia to the late Clyde and Lillian Lewis Baxter. He served 4 years in the United States Air Force and then retired from Georgia State Patrol after 30 years of dedicated service. Left to cherish his memory is his wife...

Jan 6, 2017

Joseph Stephen Varao, age 42, of Hiawassee, Georgia passed peacefully in his sleep on January 6, 2017. Joey was born in Alameda, California on April 09, 1974. He is survived by his mother Donna Shoemaker, father Joe Varao and wife Sally of Hiawassee, Georgia; wife, Lisa Stevens of Hiawassee, Georgia; son, Todd Stevens of Laurel, Mississippi; daughter and son-in-law, Lauren...

Jan 3, 2017

Peter Benjamin Frys, age 54, of Hiawassee, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, January 3, 2017. Pete was born in Oakland, California on August 5, 1962 to the late Daniel and Shelly (Labens) Frys. He was a skilled craftsman and was known for his selfless and giving attitude and he was always there for anyone who needed him. He was preceded...

Jan 1, 2017

Timothy E. Gilmore, 64, passed away Sunday, January 1, 2017 at Erlanger Health System in Chattanooga, Tennessee. He was born January 2, 1952 to Rachel and Joseph Gilmore, and was one of five siblings. He is survived by his wife, Susan Langston Gilmore, his daughters, Trina Gilmore (Michael) and Krystal Gilmore Hughson (Greg), son, Quincy Gipson (Ashley), grandchildren, Nicholas Miller...

Dec 31, 2016

Donnie Mae Bryson, age 82, of Hiawassee, GA passed away on December 31, 2016 while being surrounded by family. Donnie Mae was born in Towns County on February 3, 1934. She was preceded in death by her parents Jesse and Ethel (Canup) Edwards and her husband Coilton Bryson. She is survived by sons Roy, Howard and Tommy Bryson of Young...

Dec 28, 2016

Robert Hoyle Bryson Jr., age 79, of Hiawassee, Georgia passed away on December 28, 2016. Mr. Bryson was born on March 6, 1937 to the late Robert Hoyle Sr. and Euzelia (Bryan) Bryson. A memorial service will be held on Friday, April 7, 2017 at 2:00 PM from the chapel of Banister Funeral Home. Banister Funeral Home of Hiawassee, Georgia...

Dec 25, 2016

Mr. Herbert W. Allen, age 77, of Hiawassee, Georgia went home to be with Jesus on December 25, 2016 following an extended illness. Herbert was born on October 28, 1939 to the late Hubert and Ora (Nolan) Allen. He was a member of North Mt. Zion Church of God, Civil Air Patrol, Senior Center and the breakfast club at McDonald’s....

Dec 23, 2016

Joann K. Townsend, age 75 of Young Harris, Georgia passed away on December 23, 2016.  Joann was born in Young Harris on May 20, 1941. Joann was preceded in death by parents Ray E. and Inez Kuykendoll Townsend; brother, Reggie Townsend; sister, Kathy Prather; nieces, Kimberly Clayton and Gracie Townsend; brothers-in-law Jerry Prather and Gerald Messer.   She is survived by two sisters,...

Dec 20, 2016

Rachel Anita Murray, age 34, of Hayesville, NC passed away on December 20, 2016 following a brief illness. Rachel was born in Murphy, NC on January 20, 1982 to Joseph and Carolyn (Smith) Price. She was a member of Woods Grove Baptist Church. She is survived by her parents Joseph and Carolyn Price; husband, Joe Murray of Hayesville, NC; daughter,...

Dec 20, 2016

Mr. James William Turpin Jr., age 84, of Young Harris, Georgia passed away on December 20, 2016. James was born on January 09, 1932 in Hiawassee, Georgia to the late James Irwin and Bonnie (Berrong) Turpin. Junior, as he was known, was a Deacon and a member of Old Union Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his daughter,...

Dec 18, 2016

Dec 14, 2016

Mrs. Charmaine Mona Caldwell, age 57, of Young Harris, Georgia passed away on December 14, 2016 following a brief illness. Charmaine was born on October 08, 1959 in Gran Blanc, Michigan to the late Albert and Grace (Elwart) Pratt. She was an animal lover, painter and also enjoyed arts and crafts. She was preceded in death by her sisters, Peggy...

Dec 12, 2016

Mrs. Marie Opal Chastain Henson age 81 of Smyrna, passed away Monday, December 12, 2016.  Funeral services will be held 1 PM Friday, December 16th at Union Hill United Methodist Church in Hiawassee with Rev. Arnold Brown officiating. Interment will follow at Burch Cemetery in Hiawassee.  Mrs. Henson was preceded in death by her husband Paul J. Henson.  Surviving are:...

Dec 10, 2016

Mr. Vincent Walter Miller Jr. age 84, passed away December 10, 2016. Mr. Miller was born on April 10, 1932 in Washington, D.C. to the late Vincent Sr. and Vivian (Taylor) Miller. Vincent was a member of the VFW, American Legion, and also a member of Macedonia Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Charlotte Miller of Hiawassee, Georgia;...

Dec 8, 2016

Ms. Kimberly Ann Sulick, age 51, of Riverview, Florida passed away on December 8, 2016. Ms. Sulick was born on January 23, 1965 in Detroit, Michigan to Paul and Janet (Cervin) Sulick. She was preceded in death by her brother, Kenneth Sulick. Kimberly is survived by her parents, Paul and Jan Sulick of Hiawassee, Georgia; son, David Sulick of Riverview,...

Dec 8, 2016

Mary Lois Esters, age 84, of Hiawassee, GA passed away on December 8, 2016. Mary was born on January 7, 1932 in Roswell, GA to the late Luther and Lucille (Prichard) Barnett. She was preceded in death by her son, Jimmy Esters. Mary is survived by two daughters, Teresa Newell of Hiawassee, Georgia and Lynn Smith of Canton, Georgia; seven...

Dec 7, 2016

Myrtle Lougene Garrett, age 96, of Hiawassee, GA passed away Wednesday, December 7, 2016. Lougene was born on February 11, 1920 in Towns county to Loyd and Maude McKinney. She was of the Baptist faith belonging to Mt Zion Baptist Church. 

She worked at Carolina Dress Plant for 20 years. She enjoyed working outside in her garden and flowers and...

Dec 6, 2016

Janice M. King, age 70, of Young Harris, GA, passed away on December 6, 2016, at Emory at St. Joseph’s. Ms. King retired from the Centers of Disease Control after 34 years of service. She was a member of the Hiawassee United Methodist Church and enjoyed working with Barnabas, an encouragement ministry through the church. Ms. King was devoted to...

Dec 6, 2016