Leslie Ann Kimbel, 59, of Athens, GA, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2021. Born in Louisville, KY, Leslie moved to the Athens area with her family in 1964. A 1980 graduate of Oconee County High School, Leslie went on to graduate with a BSRN from Emory University. She is preceded in death by her father John Keirce Kimbel, Sr., and her mother Jane Frances Kimbel. She is survived by her brother John Keirce Kimbel, Jr., (Jack), his wife Terri, and her nephews, Keirce and Peyton, as well as, her beloved Aunt Judith, several cousins, her fur babies Hula and JB, and her chosen family, Sharla Smith, Michele (Lee) Fortson, and Angela (Chris) Whitehead. Leslie was a third generation RN,...

Robert Elder "Bob" Patterson, age 65, passed away Thursday, February 25, 2021 in his residence, surrounded by his loving family. Bob was born in Athens to the late Coile and Frances Patton Patterson and was a life-long resident of Madison County. He graduated from Madison County High School in 1973, was a member of Hull Baptist Church and enjoyed playing sports in his younger life. He retired from DuPont after 28 years of service, where he worked in the maintenance department. After retiring, Bob worked in construction and woodworking. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed the outdoors. Bob was a devoted family man and very much enjoyed spending time with his wife, children,...

Paul Eugene Hays, age 58 of Athens, Georgia passed away Wednesday, February 24, 2021 from Covid-19. Paul graduated from Edina High School in 1980 in Minnesota and later from the University of Minnesota. In 1989 he moved to Athens, Georgia to further his education in the Ph.D. program in Management Information Systems. He was a computer expert and left UGA to start Athens Technology Partners, which he ran until his death. He took great satisfaction in setting up and maintaining computer systems for businesses and organizations, large and small, in Athens and across the country. He was generous in helping friends and family with their computer problems. He was an active and valued...

Carol Anne Anchor Zachmann, age 78, passed away, Sunday, February 21, 2021 in St. Mary's Hospice. Carol was born in Brooklyn, New York to the late Luke William and Gertrude Veronica Degnan Anchor and grew up in Wantagh, NY, and graduated from Levittown Memorial High School. Carol had lived in the Athens area, since 1982 and was of the Catholic faith. She served as an administrative secretary with the Navy Supply Corps School, in Athens and also worked for several years at Fort Gordon, in Augusta, at the Signal Corps School, before retiring. Carol enjoyed doing word search puzzles and spending time with her family. In addition to her parents, Carol was preceded in death by her husband,...

Carol Anne Anchor Zachmann, age 78, passed away, Sunday, February 21, 2021 in St. Mary's Hospice. Carol was born in Brooklyn, New York to the late Luke William and Gertrude Veronica Degnan Anchor and grew up in Wantagh, NY, and graduated from Levittown Memorial High School. Carol had lived in the Athens area, since 1982 and was of the Catholic faith. She served as an administrative secretary with the Navy Supply Corps School, in Athens and also worked for several years at Fort Gordon, in Augusta, at the Signal Corps School, before retiring. Carol enjoyed doing word search puzzles and spending time with her family. In addition to her parents, Carol was preceded in death by her husband,...

Deborah "Debbie" D. Meeler, 67, of Watkinsville, met her Heavenly Father on Saturday, February 20, 2021. Born in Clarke County, Debbie was the daughter of the late Talmadge and Margie Roberts. Debbie graduated from Oconee County High School in 1971. She retired from the Oconee County School System after a 20 year career. She was a beloved cafeteria worker and later was a Paraprofessional for the Special Education department. Her most cherished time after retirement was keeping her two grandchildren. She was a charter member of Trinity Baptist Church in Athens, where she also spent time as a Sunday school teacher. Debbie's favorite hobbies included painting, fishing and spending time with...

Frank Wade Sherrill, 79, of Social Circle and Watkinsville, passed away Thursday, February 18, 2021. Born in Miami, FL, Mr. Sherrill was a son of the late Worth Sherrill and Delores Harstead Sherrill. He was a veteran of the United States Army where he was a Captain in the Corps of Engineers and awarded a Bronze Star. He was the owner of Hightower Consulting Engineers, which was established in 1977. Mr. Sherrill served as Mayor of Social Circle from January 1979 until December 1997 and also served on the Social Circle Development Authority and the Social Circle Planning and Zoning Commission. As mayor, he helped create the Georgia Municipal Gas Authority in 1987 and was President of the...

Roger Gene Craft, 75, of Bishop, passed away Wednesday, February 17, 2021. Born in Hartwell, Mr. Craft was a son of the late J.P. Craft and Pearlie Chastain Craft. He worked as a long distance truck driver for Ed Lovern Trucking. Mr. Craft liked to fish, enjoying going to the lake and rabbit hunting. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Dianna Carol Anderson Craft; his beloved dog, Miss Gracie; and 10 siblings. Survivors include brother, Michael Craft of Colbert; niece and caretaker, Lisa Craft; sister-in-law, Paulette Anderson; and a number of other nieces and nephews. A private family celebration will be held later in the spring. Bernstein Funeral Home is...

Shirley P. Wolcott Ward, 99, of Athens, died Friday, February 12, 2021. Born in Sioux City, Iowa on January 9, 1922, Shirley was the daughter of the late Sylvester and Elsie Wolcott. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 74 years, Donald J. Ward; son, Donald P. Ward; and sisters, Gloria Wornholtz and Bobette Rogers. Shirley is survived by son, Michael Ward (Donna) of Athens; daughters, Suzanne Gatliff (Bob) of Watkinsville, Constance Ward of Athens, and Gail Kohler (Wayne) of Eatonton; daughter-in-law, Peggy Ward of Lynnville, Tennessee; 11 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Shirley led a very full life, traveling the world as a military wife. She...

Emily Aderholt Barrow, 90, went to Heaven on February 12, 2021. She passed away peacefully at home in Athens surrounded by her four daughters and several other family members. She was born in Jefferson, Ga. on June 12, 1930 to Hewlett Edwin Aderholt and Nancy Boyd Arnall Aderholt. She was joyfully reunited with her parents, her husband Dr. Ben Barrow, siblings Edwin Aderholt and Betty Bailey, and many other loved ones. She is survived by her four daughters: Nancy Barrow Davidson (Danny) of Athens, Betty Barrow McCanless (Andy) of Canton, Emily Barrow Salley (Hayes) of Monroe, and Audrey Barrow Watson (Rob) of Griffin; grandchildren: Benjamin Barrow Parrott (Amber), Andrew Lee McCanless,...

Anne Marie Claseman, 61, died on Feb. 11, 2021 in Athens, her home since 1989. Born in St. Louis, MO to Francis and Wilma Claseman, she was a graduate of the all-girls Catholic Rosati-Kain High School. Receiving a scholarship to St. Louis University, she graduated with a B.A. in Music and Spanish with a Computer Science minor. Before moving to Athens, she taught English in Madrid, Spain, then worked as a computer programmer for EG Edwards in St. Louis. Hired by Information Technology at the University of Georgia in 1990, she worked as an analyst, then help desk and project manager until 2012. Compassionate, caring, and generous, Anne donated to many causes and charities, and volunteered...

Marie Edwards Allen, 86, of Lawrenceville, passed away Thursday, February 11, 2021. Born in Colbert, Mrs. Allen was a daughter of the late Austin Morris Edwards and Mamie Lou Epps Edwards. She was a graduate of Colbert High School and was perhaps the kindest and sweetest mother her children could ever have and the sweetest person anybody could meet. She was a devoted wife to Charles Allen, whom she married in 1953, and who preceded her in death in 2014. Her son, Greg Allen, preceded her in death in 2010. The Allens owned and operated Allen Turf and Tractor in Snellville from 1980-2000. In addition to her parents; husband; and son, Mrs. Allen was preceded in death by brothers, Lynell...

Karen Collins Johnson, age 67, passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2021, at her residence in Watkinsville. Karen loved gardening, reading and her pets, but most of all, the people in her life. Karen was born and raised in Smyrna, Georgia, graduating from Wills High School. She attended the University of North Georgia in Dahlonega before transferring to the University of Georgia until graduation in 1975. She was employed by the Federal Reserve of Atlanta as a consumer affairs examiner. She went from there to attend Life Chiropractic College (Life University) of Marietta, Georgia, achieving her Doctor of Chiropractic degree in 1984. After a time in private practice, she expanded her career...

Linden Knowles Crossley passed away peacefully with his family on February 8, 2021. Born in New Bedford, Massachusetts on April 3, 1923, he was the son of Charlotte A. (Kirkham) and Frank Crossley. He leaves behind his one son, David G. Crossley; his daughter-in-law, Lucille A. (Veale) Crossley; and his granddaughter, Karrie A. Crossley. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 68 years, Arlene N. (Becker) Crossley; his parents; and a younger brother, Graham Y. Crossley, who lost his life on board the USS Franklin while serving his country in WW II. Showing an early love for flying, he got his pilot's license at the age of 16. Pursuing his growing interest for aviation and...

John Michael Tillman, 66, of Athens Georgia, lost his battle to cancer Sunday, February 7, 2021 with his three daughters by his side. Survivors include his mother, Ruby Bell Tillman, his daughters Andrea Tillman, Emily Casper, and Samantha Pedroza and husband Rolando. He was PawPaw to his seven grandchildren: Kyleigh Tillman; John, Luke, and Kinsey Casper; and Nathaniel, Julian, and Elijah Pedroza. He was brother to Pam (Renny) Manus, Kay (Mark) Isley, and Beth (Larry) Thomas. He also leaves behind nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews, cousins, and many friends to cherish his memory. Mike was preceded in death by his wife, Elaine Hudson Tillman and his father Robert Mitchell...