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Local Obituaries for Hartwell, GA, Hart County & Surrounding Areas

Makenzie Grace Hughes

Makenzie Grace Hughes

May 9, 2021

Miss Makenzie Grace Hughes, age 16, of Lavonia, Georgia passed away on Sunday, May 9, 2021 in Elberton, Georgia. Makenzie was born in Anderson, South Carolina on April 1, 2005. She loved horses, art/drawing, her family, shopping and hanging out with her friends. She is survived by her parents, David P. Floyd and Tammy Hughes Floyd of Lavonia, GA., siblings;...

Jeanette Seawright Coile

Jeanette Seawright Coile

May 7, 2021

Mrs. Jeanette Seawright Coile, age 82, of Cokesbury Highway, Hartwell, wife of Johnny William Coile, went to be with the Lord peacefully on Friday morning, May 7, 2021, at her residence following a thirteen year battle with Alzheimer’s. One of thirteen children, Mrs. Coile was born in Hart County on July 26, 1938, to Charles Payton “C.P.” Seawright and Cleora...

Lisa Ricks

Lisa Ricks

May 4, 2021

Mrs. Lisa Michelle Hill Ricks, age 57 of Plantation Road in Elberton, Ga., entered eternal rest on May 4, 2021 at home. She was born on May 28, 1963 in Hart County. Lisa was formerly employed with Bellcraft and was a member of Price Chapel Church of God. She is survived by; her mother, Jimmie Ann Carter Hill of Hartwell,...

Betty Payne

Betty Payne

May 3, 2021

Mrs. Betty Ann Corlett Payne, age 99 of Hartwell, Ga., went to be with the Lord on Monday, May 3, 2021 at St. Mary's Sacred Heart Hospital. She was born on October 25, 1921 in Detroit, Michigan to the late Guy Corlett and Ann Diesing Corlett. She was a retired Secretary with Wayne County Road Commission. She was preceded in...

Dewitt Odister

Dewitt Odister

Apr 29, 2021

Mr. Dewitt Ali Odister, age 74 a resident of Burroughs Road in Canon, Ga., went to be with the Lord on April 29, 2021 at his home. Mr. Odister was born on November 25, 1946 in Canon, Ga., to the late Edward Odister and Sara Teasley Odister. He is survived by; his wife, Kristen Odister, son, Robert Odister of Blythe,...

Thomas Dickerson

Thomas Dickerson

Apr 21, 2021

Mr. Leon Thomas Dickerson, age 78 of Sterling Drive in Hartwell, husband to Joyce Dickerson, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 21, 2021 at home. He was born on June 15, 1942 to the late Leon Chappale Dickerson and Ethel Brown Dickerson in Hart County, Georgia. He was retired from the Army National Guard after 25 years...

Mario Bocanegra

Mario Bocanegra

Apr 12, 2021

Mr. Mario Bocanegra, age 63 of Hartwell, went to be with the Lord on Monday, April 12, 2021 at St. Mary's Hospital, Athens, Ga. He was born on April 19, 1957 in Mexico to the late Atanacio Bocanegro and Maria Sanchez. He was employed in textiles and was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church. He was a...

Richard Loyd Knowles

Richard Loyd Knowles

Apr 12, 2021

Mr. Richard Loyd Knowles, age 52 of Hartwell, went to be with the Lord on Monday, April 12, 2021 at home surrounded by his family and friends. He was born on January 1, 1969 in Miami, FL to the late Henry "Richard" Knowles and Joyce Johnston Knowles. He was a Carpenter by trade and a member of Woodmen, the NRA...

Gladys Hughes

Gladys Hughes

Apr 12, 2021

Mrs. Gladys Hughes, age 93 of Lake Club Circle, Lavonia, Ga., entered eternal rest on Monday, April 12, 2021 at home surrounded by her family. Services and Burial will be held in Dunn, N.C. Coile and Hall Funeral Directors and Cremations, 333 E. Johnson Street in Hartwell, GA. will be in charge of local arrangements.

Mike Tompkins

Mike Tompkins

Apr 11, 2021

Mr. Michael "Mike" Tompkins, age 78 of Hartwell, entered eternal rest on Sunday, April 11, 2021 at AnMed Health. He was born on March 27, 1943 in Oregon to the late Leland Ross Tompkins and Della Taylor. He was a retired truck driver and enjoyed his job and fishing. Mr. Tompkins was a veteran of the United States Navy. He...

Derrick House

Derrick House

Apr 9, 2021

Mr. Derrick Mark House, age 45 of Commerce, Ga., entered eternal rest on Friday, April 9, 2021 in Atlanta, Ga. He was born on November 7, 1975 and was a truck detailer. He was a Christian. Derrick is survived by; his mother, Ruth House and Daughter, Katlin Ivey of Hartwell, Ga., and his special friend Tina Barnett. He was preceded...

Waylon Dutton

Waylon Dutton

Apr 6, 2021

Infant Waylon Dutton went to be with Jesus on Tuesday, April 6, 2021 at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta-Scottish Rite. He was the son of Justin C. Dutton and Leah A. Allen of Royston, Ga. He is survived by his parents; maternal grandparents, Phillip and Marchelle Allen of Royston and Paternal grandparents, Richard Jr., and Amanda Dutton of Gainesville, Ga., and...

Jo Beth "Betty" Bishop (Boleman)

Jo Beth "Betty" Bishop (Boleman)

Mar 30, 2021

Mrs. Jo Beth "Betty" Boleman Bishop, age 91, of Hartwell, GA. passed away on Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at Hartwell Health and Rehabilitation. She was born August 27, 1929 in Hart County, GA to the late John Boyd Boleman and Gladys Fleming Boleman. She was a homemaker and member of Reed Creek Baptist Church. Mrs. Betty is survived by her...

Joe Ballenger (Courtesy)

Joe Ballenger (Courtesy)

Mar 30, 2021

Mr. Joe Edward Ballenger, 70, of Canon, GA passed away on Tuesday, March 30, 2021, at the Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center in Athens, GA. Mr. Ballenger was born on May 14, 1950, in Royston, GA, son of the late John W. Ballenger and the late Ruby Lois Hill Ballenger. He retired after 25 years at Royston Corporation as a...

Shelby Lynn Elrod

Shelby Lynn Elrod

Mar 28, 2021

Miss Shelby Lynn Elrod, age 28 of Bowman, GA, entered eternal rest on Sunday, March 28, 2021 in Athens, GA. She was born on August 14, 1992 in Royston, Ga. Shelby worked in distribution/shipping. She was of the Christian Faith. She is survived by; her parents, Jeff and Pat Elrod of Bowman, Ga., daughter, Kinsley Smith of Bowman, Ga., grandmother,...

Anita McGarity

Anita McGarity

Mar 25, 2021

Mrs. Anita Bernice Gorman McGarity, 85, of Brookside Drive, Elberton, died peacefully on Thursday, March 25, 2021, at her residence with her family at her side. A native of Athens and longtime resident of Elberton, Mrs. McGarity was born on March 11, 1936, the daughter of the late Melvin Carlton Gorman and Jewell Frances Smith Gorman. She was a graduate...

Marv Thorton ""Marv"" Cobb

Marv Thorton ""Marv"" Cobb

Mar 25, 2021

Mr. Marvin Thorton "Marv" Cobb, age 58, of Bowersville, GA. passed away on Thursday, March 25, 2021 at Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center. Born October 5, 1962 he was the son of the late Marvin Thorton Cobb Sr. He was a avid drummer. Marv is survived by his mother; Loretta Vaughn Cobb of Hartwell, GA and three sons; Kaleb Cobb...

Vernon Tiggemann

Vernon Tiggemann

Mar 23, 2021

Mr. Vernon Raymond Tiggemann, age 92 of Dixie Creek Drive in Hartwell, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at his home. He was born on October 9, 1928 in St. Louis, MO to the late John and Lillian Twillman Tiggeman. He retired as a auto body repairman. Vernon was an avid bow hunter, loved fishing...

Jack Cothran

Jack Cothran

Mar 22, 2021

Jack L. Cothran (Buddy), son of late John B. and Ginger Cothran, passed away on March 22, 2021. He was born February 26, 1953 in Columbia, SC. Jack has been a lifelong volunteer in his community, schools, Haz-Mat Teams, fire department and Freedom Weekend Aloft. Jack was a member of Fire Stations 13,16, and 26. Jack served as PTO president...

Lecel Pinkston

Lecel Pinkston

Mar 22, 2021

Lecel Pinkston, age 82, of Lavonia, GA entered into eternal rest on March 22, 2021 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was the youngest child and son of Mrs. Ida Heard Pinkston and Mr. Brooks Pinkston. He was born on October 1, 1938 in Hart County, GA. He attended Franklin County Schools and retired from Monroe-Tenneco in...