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Evans Funeral Home of Jefferson announces the death of Miss Lula Bell Greenway, age 88, of Commerce, Georgia, who passed away on Thursday, November 29, 2023. Miss Greenway was born in Buford, Georgia, a daughter to the late Earl Freeman Greenway and the late Lousinda Tanner Greenway. Miss Greenway was a graduate of Buford High School, Young Harris College and was a teacher in Lawrenceville and Buford Elementary, for thirty years. In addition to her parents, Miss Greenway was preceded in death by her brothers, Lee Roy Greenway, John Edward Greenway and her sister, Beatrice Greenway Boles. Survivors include her nieces and nephews, Donald Lee Greenway, Jo Ann Greenway Sharp, Debra Kay Greenway...

Evans Funeral Home of Jefferson announces the death of Ms. Kathy Lynne Smith Barron, age 62 of Jefferson, Georgia who entered rest Sunday, November 26, 2023. Ms. Barron was born in Knoxville, Tennessee a daughter of the late William Doyle Smith and the late Kathleen Early Smith, was a Managed Care Team Lead with Northeast Georgia Medical Center and was a member of Homer Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, Ms. Barron is preceded by a sister, Babs Smith. Kathy enjoyed spending time on her back porch chatting and gossiping with her sister and lifelong friends. While relaxing on her porch, Kathy would often be seen reading books, her daily devotionals and scripture. Kathy was known to...

Evans Funeral Home of Jefferson announces the death of Mrs. Anne Agerton, age 82, of Jefferson, Georgia who entered rest Wednesday October 11, 2023. Mrs. Agerton was born in Dale County, Alabama the daughter of the late Ray Weed and Margaret Dorriety Weed. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Jimmie Weed. She has always had a fighting spirit and optimistic attitude in life including overcoming Stage III breast cancer 21 years ago and throughout her 14 month battle with Stage IV pancreatic cancer. Mrs. Agerton retired from Modern Maintenance, Tucker, GA as an office manager and was a member of Jefferson First United Methodist Church, Jefferson, GA. She adored...

Evans Funeral Home of Jefferson announces the death of George "Chuck" Bly, age 77, of Hoschton, Georgia. He entered into rest Tuesday October 3, 2023. Chuck was born in Lewiston, Maine, the son of the late G. Frank Bly and Ezalee Audrey Gates Bly. He was employed by Superior Concrete in Auburn, ME for many years and then retired from Coast Pump, Sarasota, FL in 2014. He was a Veteran of the United States Army serving during the Vietnam War. He loved antique cars but his love of family was his legacy, with his grandchildren having a special place in his heart. Survivors include his loving wife of 51 years, Gretchen Snowe Bly of Hoschton, GA, his three daughters, Candace Ferris (David)...

Evans Funeral Home of Jefferson announces the death of Mr. David Rainger Buehler, age 89, of Pendergrass, Georgia, who passed away on Saturday, September 16, 2023. Mr. Buehler was born in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, a son to the late Arthur R. Buehler and the late Anna Eden Buehler. Mr. Buehler owned and operated the B & C Equipment business in Milford, Delaware, was a member of the Grace Episcopal Church in Gainesville, Georgia, and loved camping and woodworking. Mr. Buehler was a veteran of the United States Air Force, serving during the Korean War. In addition to his parents, Mr. Buehler was preceded in death by his brother, Art Buehler and his sisters, Jane Sadler and Caroline...

Sara Mabry Harris passed away peacefully on July 31, 2023 in Jefferson, GA. She leaves behind a rich legacy of faith in God, family, friends and music. Sara was born on November 20, 1939 to Reverend Paul John Mabry and Amanda Poole Mabry in Greenville County, South Carolina. She was a beloved sister to Paul John Mabry, Jr. and Neil Graydon Mabry. After graduation from Palmetto High School in Williamston, SC, she studied music at Anderson College and graduated from Furman University with a degree in music. She married Timothy Boiter Harris on June 24, 1962, in Williamston, SC. As she raised her family, Sara taught piano professionally to hundreds of students over a forty-year career. A number...

William "Cason" Hardigree, born February 26, 1994, passed away at his home in Athens, Georgia on July 23, 2023. Cason was a highly intelligent, helpful, and selfless young man. Many will remember his eclectic choices in music, talent for building and creating, and love for his family and friends. He was only a phone call away and never hesitated to help anyone in any way he could; he thought of others always before himself. Cason could often be found at his favorite Athens establishment: Rook and Pawn. Cason was a dedicated son, grandson, brother, uncle and friend and this loss will be felt forever. Cason is preceded by his grandparents, Allen Wood, Preston Hardigree and Helen Chandler....

Evans Funeral Home of Jefferson announces the death of Mrs. Linda Katherine Sherman, age 72, of Jefferson, Georgia who entered rest Saturday July 15, 2023. Mrs. Sherman was born in Washington, Missouri the daughter of the late Robert and Hilda Straatmann Helfrich. Mrs. Sherman retired as a customer service representative with Beverly Hall Furniture Gallery and was of the Catholic Faith. Survivors include her husband, John William Sherman of Jefferson, GA. Daughter, Carrie Woodward (Gary) of Jefferson, GA. Two sons, Matthew Sherman of Loganville, GA and Adam Sherman (Patrice) of Decatur, GA. Five grandchildren, Carson Woodward and Olivia Woodward both of Jefferson, GA, Kathryn Sherman and...

Evans Funeral Home of Jefferson announces the death of Mr. William "Bill" Donald Weatherly, age 81, of Athens, Georgia (South Jackson Comminity) who entered rest Saturday June 3, 2023. Mr. Weatherly was born in Hoschton, Georgia the son of the late William Owen Weatherly and the late Allie Mae Hogan Weatherly. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Betty Yvonne Stone Weatherly. Mr. Weatherly retired as the Band Director at Athens Christian School, Athens, Georgia, was a Veteran of the United States Marine Corp serving during the Vietnam War and was a member of Crooked Creek Baptist Church, Athens, Georgia. When Mr. Weatherly was nine years old, he trusted his life...

Evans Funeral Home of Jefferson announces the death of Mr. William T. "Bill" Burton Sr., age 90, of Jefferson, Georgia who passed away at his son's home in Jefferson on Wednesday May 24, 2023. Mr. Burton was the son of the late Novel Burton and the late Ethel Gray Burton. He was also preceded in death by his first wife, Sue Meade Burton, his second wife, Barbara Burton and a sister, Anne Moon. Mr. Burton was a veteran of the United States Army serving from 1949 - 1953. After returning home, he served as a member of the Branchville Volunteer Fire Department. He began his United States Government career as a crash fireman at Andrews Air Force Base (now Joint Base Andrews). He then moved to...

Evans Funeral Home of Jefferson announces the death of Mrs. Samantha Marie Aaron, age 53 of Jefferson, Georgia who entered rest Sunday, April 30, 2023. Mrs. Aaron was born in Loraine, Ohio the daughter of the late Larry Hensley and Cathie Imbrogno Williamson. Mrs. Aaron spent most of her career in the Banking Industry but in recent years she has enjoyed dedicating her life to her home and most importantly, her family. Her greatest joy was to care for others and she lived a selfless loving life offering warmth to everyone who had the pleasure of knowing her. She had an adventurous spirit and enjoyed traveling and taking road trips to explore different areas with her husband and dog. She...

Patricia Ray Lawson died peacefully in her home on December 24, 2022, in Jefferson, GA. She was the daughter of William Stanley Ray and Helen Fitch Ray. She was born at Piedmont Hospital on June 10, 1935. She was raised in Atlanta and graduated from Washington Seminary (now The Westminster Schools). Patsy was an Atlanta Debutante and had a large circle of life-time friends. She attended University of Georgia where she was a Phi Mu and there met the love of her life, Frank Watson Lawson. They were married in 1956. Patsy was a member of the Atlanta Garden Club and volunteered as a Pink Lady for Piedmont Hospital. Many weekends and summers were spent at their home in Highlands, N.C.,...

Patricia Ray Lawson died peacefully in her home on December 24, 2022, in Jefferson, GA. She was the daughter of William Stanley Ray and Helen Fitch Ray. She was born at Piedmont Hospital on June 10, 1935. She was raised in Atlanta and graduated from Washington Seminary (now The Westminster Schools). Patsy was an Atlanta Debutante and had a large circle of life-time friends. She attended University of Georgia where she was a Phi Mu and there met the love of her life, Frank Watson Lawson. They were married in 1956. Patsy was a member of the Atlanta Garden Club and volunteered as a Pink Lady for Piedmont Hospital. Many weekends and summers were spent at their home in Highlands, N.C.,...

Evans Funeral Home of Jefferson announces the death of Mr. David Michael Conley, age 75 of Jefferson, Georgia who entered rest Tuesday, December 6, 2022. Mr. Conley was born in Providence, Rhode Island a son of the late Robert J. and Rita Murphy Conley. Mr. Conley was a U.S. Marine Corp Veteran of the Vietnam War, and enjoyed Notre Dame Football and Atlanta Braves Baseball. Mr. Conley was a retired Operations Manager with Gold Creek Poultry and was a member of St. Catherine Laboure Catholic Church. In addition to his parents, Mr. Conley is preceded by three brothers, Robert Conley, Jr., Theodore Conley, and James Conley and one sister Joyce Conley. Survivors include his wife Betty...

Evans Funeral Home of Jefferson announces the death of Dr. Wayne Lauren McCowan, age 78 of Jefferson, Georgia who entered rest December 2, 2022. The family is heartbroken at the passing of their beloved father, grandfather, and great grandfather. After a one-and-a-half-year battle with cancer, he passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his daughters. Dr. McCowan was born in Lynch, Kentucky the son of the late Eugene Jewell McCowan and the late Muriel Virginia Boehm. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Melba Burgett McCowan. Dr. McCowan was a retired Aero Space Engineer working with the Army Missile Command at Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, Alabama. He was a...

Evans Funeral Home of Jefferson announces the death of Mrs. Reba Nell Stinchcomb Page, age 80 of Pendergrass, Georgia who entered rest Thursday, November 10, 2022. Mrs. Page was born in Winder, Georgia the daughter of the late Joe Allen Stinchcomb and the late Alma Gertrude Cooper Stinchcomb. Mrs. Page was retired from Norcross Tag. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Page is preceded by her husband Reverend Winford Franklin Page, son, Jarrell Page and step-daughter Lois Roach. Survivors include sons, Thomas Page (Renee) of Pendergrass, Terry Page (Kay) of Commerce, Michael Page (Beth) of Watkinsville, Tim Page of Pendergrass and Kevin Page (Lisa) of Commerce. Fourteen grandchildren, and...

Evans Funeral Home announces the death of Mr. David Michael (Mike) Boyd, age 55, of Jefferson, Georgia who entered Thursday October 20, 2022. Mr. Boyd was born in New Castle, Pennsylvania the son of the late David Morgan Boyd Jr and the late Martha Ann Reaney Boyd. Mr. Boyd worked as a Salesman for Verder Scientific and was a member of Crossroads of Jackson County, Jefferson, Georgia. Survivors include his wife, Karlee Jo Boyd of Jefferson, GA. Daughter, Daisy Rae Myers of Athens, GA. Two sisters, Cindy Ritchey (Tom) of Huntington, PA and, Wendy Rich (Mike) of Camden, Maine. Three nieces, Sarah Ritchey Heaver (Brent), Anna Rich and Kate Rich. Nephew, David Thomas Ritchey (Erin). Seven...

Evans Funeral Home of Jefferson announces the death of Mr. Ronald Gilbert Dobbins, Sr., age 74 of Jefferson, Georgia who entered rest Wednesday, October 12, 2022. Mr. Dobbins was born in Marietta, Georgia a son of the late Willie Gilbert Dobbins, Jr., and the late Lillie Mae Miller Dobbins. In addition to his parents, Mr. Dobbins is preceded by his wife Shelva Jean Hughes Dobbins. Ron dedicated his life to a life-long career in law enforcement, first retiring as a Deputy Sheriff from Gwinnett County and then again as a Deputy Sheriff of Jackson County. A true public servant. Survivors include two sons, Ronald Gilbert Dobbins, Jr. (Regina) of Jefferson, and James Randall Dobbins...

Thomas "Tommy" Ray Riddle, Sr. was born on March 14th, 1945 to the late Wister Arthur "Ham" Riddle and Catherine Stafford Riddle in Greenville, South Carolina, the youngest of 4 siblings. Tommy and his family moved to Jefferson, GA in 1957, where he graduated Jefferson high school in 1964. He married Posy Ann Storey and moved to Athens, GA where they raised their family. Tommy passed peacefully on September 27, 2022 surrounded by his children. Tommy was a pleasure to all who knew him. Kind, quiet, and witty, he was quick with a joke and voted wittiest as his senior superlative. He worked with his hands and could fix anything, including cars and trucks, small and large. When Tommy...

Evans Funeral Home of Jefferson announces the death of Ms. Sherri Ann Hayes Everett, age 51 of Athens, Georgia who entered rest Sunday, September 25, 2022. Ms. Everett was born in Athens, Georgia a daughter of Ernie Hayes (Dorothy) of Athens and Vicky Mize Evans (Ronnie) of Jefferson. Even though Sherri was born with Cerebral Palsy and had many health issues, it never stopped her from enjoying life and trying to be right in the middle of everything with her family and friends. She loved going new places and would find a way to do everything anyone else could do, even in her situation. Sherri was baptized August 14, 2004, as one of Jehovah's Witnesses. From that day forward she...

Evans Funeral Home of Jefferson announces the death of Mr. Thomas M. Meade, CSM (Retired) age 91 of Jefferson, Georgia who entered rest Monday, September 12, 2022. Mr. Meade was born in Jefferson, Georgia a son of the late Charles Wesley Meade and the late Jessie Lera Shumake Meade. Mr. Meade was a member of the First Christian Church of Jefferson and was retired from the U.S. Army, after forty-two years of dedicated service as Command Sargent Major. Survivors include his wife of sixty-six years, Martha Wilbanks Meade of Jefferson. Daughter, Maria Moor and her husband Wayne of Fort Myers, Florida. Granddaughter, Kelsey Brewer and her husband Christopher of Lubbock, Texas. Sister, Lera...