Obituaries

Jan 4, 2014

Sarah Fae Berrong, age 70, of Hiawassee, GA, died Saturday, January 4, 2014 at her home following an extended battle with cancer. She was born to the late John and Edwina (Dennis) Nerren on November 15, 1943 in Ft. White, FL. She is survived by her husband, James Cecil (J.C.) Berrong, of Hiawassee, GA; son Michael Ray Lovins, Albany, GA;...

Dec 9, 2013

Mr. David Freddy London, age 68 of Hiawassee, GA passed away on Monday, December 09, 2013 following a period of declining health. He was born to the late Larry and Dorothy (Kessler) London on February 12, 1945 in Baltimore, MD. He was a member of Castaway Critters a volunteer for Chatuge Regional Nursing Home and had a love for golf....

Dec 4, 2013

Mr. Willian Dwayne “P-Nut” Moss, age 55 of Hiawassee, GA passed away on December 04, 2013 following a brief illness. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Sammy Moss and Willis Moss. He was born to the late Gerald and Ruby (Huscusson) Moss on March 19, 1958 in Hiawassee, GA. He is survived by brothers, William Moss, of Ashboro,...

Nov 25, 2013

Randy David Patterson, son, brother, friend, and angel on earth passed away suddenly Monday November 25, 2013, at his residence. Randy filled many hearts with joy during his 55 years on earth. The word most fitting to describe Randy was uniquely special. Randy taught everyone who knew him more important life lessons than anyone could ever teach him: humility, loyalty,...

Nov 24, 2013

William Edward Dyer was born September 15th, 1949. He was the fifth child and the third son of Paul Dyer and Susie Walls Dyer. William was a good student, graduating with honors from Macedonia Elementary School and Towns County High School. He played point guard on the TCHS basketball team and held the record for free throw attempts during one...

Nov 22, 2013

Howard W. Cunningham, age 84 of Hiawassee Georgia passed away on November 22, 2013 at Chatuge Regional Nursing Home. Howard was born November 27th, 1928 in Clay County North Carolina. He was the youngest of 8 siblings born to Claude C. Cunningham and Ollie Ford Cunningham.  At a young age Howard’s family moved to the Woods Grove Community of Towns County...

Nov 5, 2013

Mrs. Esta Estella (Buchanan) Berrong, age 81 of Hiawassee, GA passed away on November 05, 2013 following a brief illness. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother.She was the Upper Hightower Baptist Church Treasurer for twenty-five to thirty years. She was preceded in death by Cecil Buchanan, Opal Ledford, Lilly Lunsford, Joyce Grant and Faye Buchanan. She was...

Nov 3, 2013

Mr. Edwin Jackson Berrong, age 92 of Hiawassee, GA passed away on Sunday, November 03, 2013 following a brief illness. He was born to the late Sanford and Anna (Eller) Berrong on June 07, 1921 in Hiawassee, GA. He is survived by his wife, Manita (Jenkins) Berrong, of Hiawassee, GA; daughter, Robin Henson, of Hiawassee, GA; son and daughter-in-law, Gary...

Oct 30, 2013

Mr. John Henry Hitchcock, age 71 of Hiawassee, GA passed away on  Wednesday, October 30, 2013 following a sudden illness. He was preceded in death by a sister, Carol Webb. He was born to the late Roy and Evelyn (Adams) Hitchcock on May 29, 1942 in Covington, GA. He is survived by his wife, Brenda (Cook) Hitchcock, of Hiawassee, GA; one...

Oct 22, 2013

Mr. Carl Kimsey, age 90 of Hiawassee, GA passed away on October 22, 2013 following an extended illness. He was preceded in death by his son, Dennis Kimsey and a sister, Bessie Arrowood. He was born to the late Marvin and Roxie (Youngblood) Kimsey on June 03, 1923 in Hiawassee, GA. He is survived by his wife, Nola Mae Kimsey,...

Oct 17, 2013

SUBJECT: OBIT FOR: MR. NORMAN ROY BALLENTIME, SR. Mr. Norman Roy Ballentine, Sr. age 78 of Hiawassee, GA passed away on Thursday, October 17, 2013 following a period of declining health. He was preceded in death by two brothers, one sister, two grandchildren and great grandchild. He was born to the late William C. and Versie (Dillard) Ballentine on December...

Oct 16, 2013

Mr. Johnny Wimpey, age 91 of Blairsville, GA passed away on October 16, 2013 following an extended illness. He was the last of seventeen children born to his family to pass away. He was born to the late Andrew and Ceanie (Duckworth) Wimpey on March 19, 1922 in Blairsville, GA. He was preceded in death by a grandson, John Wimpey...

Oct 5, 2013

Mr. Roy Hurman Chastain, age 84 of Hiawassee, GA passed away on October 05, 2013 following a period of declining health. He was born to the late Samuel Martin and Cora Mae (Holcomb) Chastain on September 16, 1929 in Cleveland, GA. He is survived by his wife, Marie Chastain, of Hiawassee, GA; daughter and son-in-law, Laura Marie and Norman McConnell,...

Sep 29, 2013

Ferrell Vance “Zip” Silvey, 75, was born November 12, 1937 to Zebulon and Kitty Ledford Silvey. He passed away on September 29, 2013 following a period of declining health in Chatuge Regional Nursing Home.  Zip was a lifelong resident of Towns County who inspired many people with his love of bluegrass music. A born entertainer, Zip was an avid musician who...

Sep 19, 2013

Sep 14, 2013

Mrs. Gladys Puett, age 95 of Young Harris, GA passed away Saturday, September 14, 2013 following a sudden illness. She was preceded in death by a grandson, John Puett. She was a member of Old Brasstown Baptist Church for over fifty years.  She was born to the late Asbury and Lulu (Nichols) Sampson on February 07, 1918 in Young Harris, GA....

Sep 13, 2013

Mr. James Arthur Shook, age 105 of Young Harris, GA passed away on September 13, 2013 following a  period of declining health. He was born to the late Elisha and Lou (Watkins) Shook on February 05, 1908 in Young Harris, GA. He is preceded in death by wife, Cloie Shook,  son and daughter-in-law, Loman and Betty Shook, son, Loyal Shook, and son-in-law,...

Sep 1, 2013

Mrs. Barbara Marie Lawyer, age 81 of Hiawassee, GA passed away on Sunday, September 1, 2013. She was born to parents, Harvey Lee and Della Jane (Cox) Duncan on September 4, 1931 in Stronghurst, IL. She is survived by her husband, Lawrence Lee Lawyer, daughters & son-in-laws, Lani & Tim Schutter, of GA and Linda & Mike Campbell of IL;...

Aug 26, 2013

Mr. Roy J. Lockaby, age 92 of Blairsville, GA. formerly of Hiawassee GA, passed away on August 26th, 2013. Roy was born on April17th, 1921 in Towns County GA. He was a member of Blairsville Church of God and formerly North Mt. Zion Church of God. Roy worked with the GA Department of Transportation for almost 30 years. He enjoyed...

Aug 11, 2013

Mr. Pope Thomas Wood, age 86, of Hiawassee, GA passed away on August 11, 2013 following a sudden illness. He was born to the late Bob and Annie (Foster) Wood on February 14, 1926 in Hiawassee, GA. He was preceded in death by his wife, Maggie Nichols Wood and daughter, Becky Cheeks. He is survived by one daughter, Denise Williams,...