All Obituaries

Chester Bronn Wood, of Tiger, passed away peacefully surrounded by family April 13, 2024.  He was born to William Homer Wood and Margaret Shook Wood Wilson in their home in Clarkesville, Georgia on December 5, 1943. He is preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Barbara Ann Wood, a stepfather, Eddie L. Wilson, and a special Aunt Louise Wood. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Sara Scruggs Wood, three children, Sabrona Watts (Kyle), Kerri Woods, (Jason) and Kim Wood. ...

Esther Elizabeth Brunner James passed away on April 11, 2024. Esther was born in Fountain City, Tennessee on April 18, 1943 to the late Edgher Brunner and the late Cecile Emiline Williams Brunner. After graduating high school in Knoxville, Tennesse, she studied to become a registered nurse as well as attended the Tennessee Temple Bible College in Chattanooga. Esther was a dedicated church attendee and sang in the choir wherever she went, often having solo performances during services. In...

Eugene “Gene” Osmond Roberts, age 95 of Clayton, went home to be with the Lord on April 6, 2024.  He was born in Howey-In-the-Hills Florida on September 22, 1928 to the late Mattie Jewell Roberts and Arthur Osmond Roberts. Gene is predeceased in death by his loving wife Helen Grimsley Roberts and his eldest daughter Kathryn Marie Keating.  He is survived by his beloved daughter Linda “Lynie” Baylor & son in law, Steve Baylor.  In addition, he is...

Franklin Duncan Martin known as Frank passed away on April 5, 2024.  He is preceded in death by his parents the late Franklin Duncan Martin and late Izorah Whitmire. He is survived by his loving wife Lou Williams Martin; one step son Robert Waymire. Frank worked as an electrical engineer for many years. He worked for PanAm Air, IBM, and NASA.  In his free time he enjoyed dancing. Frank won a few dance competitions. A graveside service will be held on Sunday April 7, 2024 at...

Nancy Susanne McNeeley Gardenhire, age 74, a cherished resident of Tiger, Georgia, passed away on April 4th, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born to the late Albert McNeeley and the late Marion Mildred Cecil McNeeley, Nancy was a beacon of light in her community, leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness. Nancy was a woman of diverse interests and talents. Her passion for gardening was evident in the lush beauty that adorned her home, a testament to her nurturing spirit and green...

Gordon Hopper, age 84, of Bettys Creek community passed on April 3, 2024, after an extended illness. Gordon was born in Rabun Gap, Georgia the son of the late John Jepty Hopper and the late Marry Burrell Hopper. Gordon loved fishing and coon Hunting. Then he enjoyed having fish fries with family and friends. He was devoted to his family and loved spending time with children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents Gordon was preceded in death by a brother, David...

Michael Banks Henderson Jr., age 29, of Dillard, Georgia, passed away on April 3, 2024. Michael was born in Jackson County, North Carolina, on April 21, 1994 to Michael Banks Henderson and Kimberly Dawnette McCall. He worked as a painter for Henderson Painting. Michael was a self-taught guitarist, songwriter and musician who recorded music in Nashville. Some of his music can be found on Spotify. In high school, he ran cross country. He enjoyed fishing, running, and doing anything that...

Sara Jean Nichols Murphy, age 76, of Tiger, Georgia, passed away on April 2, 2024. Jean was born on July 6, 1947 in Clayton, Georgia, to the late James Nichols and late Corine Forester Lunsford Nichols. She worked in the local hospital in the office for a number of years and later served as office manager in a local medical care practice in Clayton. Her most recent employment included working as a caretaker for several homeowners throughout the county. Jean was an extremely talented...

Glenda Charlyne Dailey, age 73, of Rabun Gap, Georgia passed away on March 31, 2024. Charlyne was born in Clayton, Georgia on April 30, 1950 to the late Glenn Edward Hopper and late Hilda M. Mitchell. She was a textile worker for Hanes. Charlyne enjoyed doing crafts, making jewelry and going to the thrift store. She especially loved her grandchildren, great-grandson and spending time with her family. In addition to her parents, Charlyne is preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Dailey;...

Anthony “Tony” Freeman Presley, age 78, of Clayton, Georgia passed away on March 15, 2024. Tony was born in Toccoa, Georgia on September 30, 1945 to the late Willie Freeman Presley and late Addie Franklin Presley. He graduated from Stephens County High School and attended Piedmont College where he received his Bachelors Degree in Chemistry with a minor in Physics. He then went on to earn a Master’s Degree from University of Georgia.  Tony spent his days as a school...