All Obituaries

Howard Jackson Jr., age 74 of Elberton, Georgia entered his eternal rest Monday November 28, 2022.   Mr. Howard Jackson Jr. was born on July 28, 1948, in Walton County, Georgia to the late Mr. Howard & Mrs. Alberta Jackson. Howard was a native of Monroe, Georgia and was a lover of outside nature including, gardening, and fishing. Howard was a member of the United States Army until 1979. During his military career he received several awards including National Defense Service...

Dennis Allen, age 59 of Elberton, Georgia entered his eternal rest Sunday November 27, 2022. Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 3, 2022, from 12:00 -5:00pm located at Mack's Funeral Home - Elberton Chapel.  Funeral Service will be held on Sunday, December 4, 2022, at 2:00pm located in chapel of Mack's Funeral Home - Elberton Chapel.  Mack’s Funeral Home & Cremation Service-Elberton Chapel.  www.macksfuneralhome.com. (706) 283-4566. 

James Edward Anderson, age 65 of Philadelphia, PA, formally of Elberton, Georgia entered his eternal rest Sunday November 27, 2022.    Arrangements will be announced by Mack’s Funeral Home & Cremation Service-Elberton Chapel.  www.macksfuneralhome.com. (706) 283-4566.    Surviving Children: JaMarcus Highsmith, Iven Jackson, Tyquan Highsmith Surviving Grandchildren: ShaNyia Fortson, Tristan Highsmith  Surviving Sisters: Pastor Bobbie Paulk,...

Sandra Lee Perkins, age 74 of Elberton, Georgia entered her eternal rest Thursday, November 24, 2022.   Sandra Perkins proudly served her country in the United States Air Force. She will always be remembered as a loving mother to her two children and a wonderful sister to her brother and sister. 

Mr. Carl Drinkard, age 78 of Bowersville, Georgia entered his eternal rest on Wednesday, November 23, 2022.  Visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 30, 2022, at Mack's Funeral Home - Hartwell Chapel from 12:00pm until 5:00pm.  Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, December 1, 2022, at Calvary Baptist Church at 12:00pm.  ​Interment will follow at Calvary Baptist Church.  Mack’s Funeral Home & Cremation Service-Hartwell Chapel....

Dianne Hirtz, age 63 of Hartwell, Georgia entered her eternal rest Tuesday, November 22, 2022.   Arrangements will be announced by Mack’s Funeral Home & Cremation Service-Hartwell Chapel.  www.macksfuneralhome.com. (706) 376-7566

Gussie Mary Davis, age 75 of Bowman, GA was born on March 8th, 1947, in Elberton, Georgia to the Late Walter L. Dye and Gussie Mae Dye. She entered into eternal rest peacefully on Monday, November 21, 2022 in her home, surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by her brother, Warren Dye. She joined the Bethel Grove Baptist Church at an early age where she was a very active and dedicated member. She was a homemaker, caregiver, devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend to...

Richard Teasley, age 71, of Bowman, Georgia entered his eternal rest on Saturday, November 19, 2022. On November 19, 2022, Mr. Richard Teasley had a sudden transition from his earthly life. Richard was born to the parents of the late Ms. Elizabeth Teasley and Mr. Frank Vinson, on January 29, 1951, in Elbert County. On October 30, 1972, he married the love of his life the late Mrs. Edna Mae Teasley. To this union five girls were born. Richard was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist...

Katie Mae Dye, age 70 of Elberton, Georgia entered her eternal rest Monday, November 14, 2022. Katie Mae Dye was born September 14, 1952, to the late Mr. Julian (Pop) Dye and Fancine T. Dye. She gave her life to Christ, and she was a firm believer. Katie Mae is preceded in death by two sisters: Gloria Ann Reed and Betty Glaze. Four Brothers: Thomas Dye, Julian (Mole) Dye, Johnny (Kid) Dye, Earl Dye. Katie Mae leaves precious memories to carry on her legacy, one son: Eric...

Vivian Merritt Stowers age 88, of Watkinsville, Georgia, formally of Royston, Georgia, entered her eternal rest on Saturday, November 12, 2022. Vivian Merritt Stowers was born on April 13, 1934, to the union of the late Lenard "Poppy Lent" Merritt and Azzie Mae Jones in Royston GA. She departed into eternal rest on November 12, 2022, at Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital, Athens GA.   In her younger years Vivian enjoyed fishing, basketball, and spending time with family and...

Alice Odister, age 71 of Elberton, Georgia entered her eternal rest Saturday, November 12, 2022. Ms. Alice Odister was Born June 26, 1951, to Ms. Ethel Ivey and the late Willie James Ivey. Alice attended the Elbert County school system. She joined Hunters Chapel A.M.E Church at an early age. She was a home health care worker until she became ill. Alice was fondly known as “Toot” by those who loved and knew her. She leaves to cherish her memories her mother: Mrs. Ethel...

Paula Yvette Dempsey Allen age 65, of Elberton, Georgia, entered her eternal rest on Friday, November 11, 2022. Paula (Dempsey) Allen was born August 31, 1957, to the late Georgia Mae & Charlie Dempsey in Elberton, GA. She lived a portion of her life in Syracuse, NY, where she was employed at Van Duyn Center for rehabilitation and nursing until she was injured. She lived the rest of her life in Elberton, GA. Paula loved her family & she was loved by many. Cooking and eating were...

Delores Moore age 82, of Elberton, Georgia, entered her eternal rest on Friday, November 11, 2022. Mrs. Delores Moore was born on January 19, 1940, to the late Arthur Hamm Sr. and Walter Lee Hamm. She accepted Christ at an early age and was a member at Westside Presbyterian Church. She attended public schools of Elberton, GA. And was a graduate of Blackwell Memorial High School. Delores also attended Albany State University. Delores met her true love Mr. Roosevelt Moore (Ben), married,...

Deacon James Willingham, age 82 of Elberton, Georgia entered his eternal rest on Monday, November 7, 2022.  Deacon James A. Willingham was born on April 4, 1940, to the late Sallie Sue Willingham and Actor Mattox. He leaves behind brother Cornell Mattox and joins his sister Shelia Willingham in eternal life.  James biggest joys in life were a word from God and his admiration for 18-wheeler trucks. James favorite verse from the bible was James 3: 2-5 ASV...

Deborah Ann Heard, age 62 of Elberton, Georgia entered her eternal rest Saturday, November 5, 2022.  Ms. Deborah Ann Heard, the daughter of Willie Hood Sr and Robbie Hood, passed away surrounded by loving family on November 5, 2022. Deborah was born April 18, 1960, in Elberton, Georgia.  Deborah was influenced by her family to be a loving and caring woman.   She was proceeded in death by her father Willie Hood Sr and mother Robbie Hood.  As well as...