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Randolph "Craig" Adams, 82, of Big Canoe, Georgia, died Monday, October 27. Craig was born in Newport News, Virginia to Mary Ellen and Hugh D. Adams. He was raised in Newport News with his brother, Dan, and his grandparents close by. He graduated from Warwick High School in Newport News in 1961 and Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University with a degree in Business Administration in 1965. He joined the United States Navy, where he graduated from the US Naval Officer Candidate School. He rose to the rank of lieutenant serving on the destroyer, USS Joseph P. Kennedy Jr. (DD-850). He piloted Gyrodyne DASH drone anti-submarine helicopters and spent his final years of service as...

Randolph "Craig" Adams, 82, of Big Canoe, Georgia, died Monday, October 27. Craig was born in Newport News, Virginia to Mary Ellen and Hugh D. Adams. He was raised in Newport News with his brother, Dan, and his grandparents close by. He graduated from Warwick High School in Newport News in 1961 and Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University with a degree in Business Administration in 1965. He joined the United States Navy, where he graduated from the US Naval Officer Candidate School. He rose to the rank of lieutenant serving on the destroyer, USS Joseph P. Kennedy Jr. (DD-850). He piloted Gyrodyne DASH drone anti-submarine helicopters and spent his final years of service as...

Randolph "Craig" Adams, 82, of Big Canoe, Georgia, died Monday, October 27. Craig was born in Newport News, Virginia to Mary Ellen and Hugh D. Adams. He was raised in Newport News with his brother, Dan, and his grandparents close by. He graduated from Warwick High School in Newport News in 1961 and Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University with a degree in Business Administration in 1965. He joined the United States Navy, where he graduated from the US Naval Officer Candidate School. He rose to the rank of lieutenant serving on the destroyer, USS Joseph P. Kennedy Jr. (DD-850). He piloted Gyrodyne DASH drone anti-submarine helicopters and spent his final years of service as...

Steven Lamar Blackwell, age 61, of Ellijay, Georgia, passed away Saturday, October 11, 2025 at South Georgia Medical Center. He was born September 26, 1964 to Lamar and Martha Blackwell in Atlanta, Georgia. Steve is survived by his wife, Jama Blackwell of Ellijay; brother and sister-in-law, Scott and Bridget Blackwell of Ball Ground; nephew, Levi Blackwell of Ball Ground; step-daughter, Britney Hightower of Ellijay; step-son, Nathaniel Gravley of Ellijay; grandchildren, Logan Hightower, David Hightower, and Nolan "Cricket." A host of friends also survive. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lamar and Martha Blackwell. A Memorial Service will be held 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, October...

Reverend Hoyt Edwin Jenkins of Jasper, Georgia passed away peacefully on August 26, 2025. He was born on July 8, 1936, in Chattanooga, Tennessee to Irene Layne Jenkins and Cecil T. Jenkins. He graduated from Rossville, Georgia High School in 1954, the University of Chattanooga in 1958 and the University of Tennessee Graduate School in 1960. While at Chattanooga, he was a standout on the football team, serving as Co-Captain in his senior year. Hoyt began his professional career working at the Eastman Chemical Corporation (later Eastman Kodak Chemical Corporation) in Kingsport, Tennessee in their research department. He then fulfilled his duty from his ROTC scholarship by serving as a First...

Hoyt Edwin Jenkins of Jasper, Georgia passed away peacefully on August 26, 2025. He was born on July 8, 1936, in Chattanooga, Tennessee to Irene Layne Jenkins and Cecil T. Jenkins. He graduated from Rossville, Georgia High School in 1954, the University of Chattanooga in 1958 and the University of Tennessee Graduate School in 1960. While at Chattanooga, he was a standout on the football team, serving as Co-Captain in his senior year. Hoyt began his professional career working at the Eastman Chemical Corporation (later Eastman Kodak Chemical Corporation) in Kingsport, Tennessee in their research department. He then fulfilled his duty from his ROTC scholarship by serving as a First Lieutenant...

Joyce Whitford Judson Wynn, 84, of Marble Hill, Georgia, went home to God on August 7, 2025. She was born in the small farming community of Adams, New York to the late Holly F. Whitford and Helen Whitford Fassett. Joyce grew up working on the family dairy farm in Rodman, New York. It's there she learned all about hard work. From milking cows, and harvesting potato fields, to helping in the extensive vegetable gardens, there was always work to do. Her father and mother taught her many of life's lessons and instilled values of honesty and respect that she never forgot. Prior to escaping the harsh winters of the North Country, Joyce married James "Jim" Judson and soon they were making...

James William Garner, age 82, of Big Canoe, Georgia passed away August 5th, 2025, at his home. He is survived by his daughter, Susan Elizabeth Branch of Dawsonville, Georgia; grandchildren, Amber Louise Branch of Anchorage, Alaska and Athena Holle Branch of Dawsonville, Georgia. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 54 years Marjorie Judith "Judy" Garner; his son, Robert James Garner; and his parents, W.C and Louise Garner. James was born October 12, 1942, in Lilburn, Georgia to W.C and Louise Garner. He graduated from Decatur High School and earned an A.B. degree in Political Science from the University of Georgia. He acquired his Juris Doctorate from the University of Georgia...

James William Garner, age 82, of Big Canoe, Georgia passed away August 5, 2025, at his home. He is survived by his daughter, Susan Elizabeth Branch of Dawsonville, Georgia; grandchildren, Amber Louise Branch of Anchorage, Alaska and Athena Holle Branch of Dawsonville, Georgia. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 54 years Marjorie Judith "Judy" Garner; his son, Robert James Garner; and his parents, W.C and Louise Garner. James was born October 12, 1942, in Lilburn, Georgia to W.C and Louise Garner. He graduated from Decatur High School and earned an A.B. degree in Political Science from the University of Georgia. He acquired his Juris Doctorate from the University of Georgia...

Palmer Collier Temple, 90, of Jasper, Georgia, died on February 21, 2025. He was kind, smart, hilarious, and beloved by many. He leaves behind the love of his life, wife of 56 years, Helen Elizabeth "Betty" Temple; his two daughters, Elizabeth Temple McConnel (Bruce) and Kathryn Dale Temple (Lyme Kedic); and three grandchildren, William Blair McConnel, Claire Seaton McConnel, and Palmer Elizabeth Temple. Palmer graduated from Montgomery Bell Academy in 1953. He went on to graduate from Vanderbilt University and later the Candler School of Theology at Emory University where he earned a Masters of Divinity. An accomplished golfer, he played competitively in high school and college. Palmer...

"With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our William "Oliver" Kirtland at the age of 35. He was a father, son, brother, uncle, cousin, grandson, and friend. Oliver is survived by his precious daughter, Lola Marie, the love of this life, and her mother Montana Marie Anderson. In addition, he leaves behind his mother, Cynthia Crackel, and her husband, Mark; his father, William Kirtland, and his wife, Debbie (Oliver's bonus mom); his sisters, Kennedy Kirtland and Adrienne Malone and her husband, David; and nephews, Grayson and Dawson Malone; his aunts and uncles, Kathline Collins, Joseph and Sandra Shaw, and Valerie and Ron Beaudin, and his Grammy, Rita Hess, and many loving cousins....

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, and grandfather, Jerry Chambers, of Jasper, Georgia who left this world on January 24, 2025 at the age of 78. He was a man who lived with kindness, generosity, and an unwavering devotion to both his family and his faith. Throughout his life, he demonstrated an incredible love for his family and his community. He was a devoted husband to his wife, Debbie Chambers, with whom he shared 55 years of marriage, building a life filled with love, laughter, and unwavering support. As a father, he raised his son, Jeremy Chambers, and daughter, Lauren Chambers, with laughter, patience, and the deep understanding that...

John Raymond Murray, born on September 12, 1928, in Summerland, Mississippi, peacefully passed away on October 4, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, service, and faith. He was the beloved son of Dewey Harrelson Murray and Lou Ella Jones Murray. John is survived by his son, John Philip Murray (Melinda) of Germantown, TN, and his daughter, Diane Murray Sweat (Charles). He was preceded in death by his cherished wife, Marion Ruth (Bonnie) Sanders Murray, and his daughter, Kathryn Ruth Murray Sarzen. He also mourns the loss of his sister, Billie Rose Murray Ainsworth, and his brother, Dewey Gerald Murray. John's family extends to his grandchildren: Grayson Elizabeth Murray Schmid (Josh),...

Dr. Lisa Dale Stanford, age 64, of Big Canoe, Georgia passed away Saturday, August 10, 2024, at her home. She was born April 2, 1960, to Jack and Jody Stanford in Chattanooga, Tennessee. She received her high school diploma from Hutchison School in Memphis, Tennessee. She went on to get an undergraduate degree from the University of Tennessee, a Master's Degree from Memphis State University and a Doctoral Degree from the University of Georgia. Lisa is predeceased by paternal grandparents, Buck and Nina Stanford of Spartanburg, South Carolina; maternal grandparents, Dick and Mary Gladys Stockdale of Chattanooga, Tennessee; father, Jack Stanford of Chattanooga, Tennessee; and many beloved fur...

James (Jim) Clayton Miller, age 79, of Jasper, Georgia passed away Saturday, August 3, 2024 at Northside Hospital Cherokee. He was born November 28, 1944 to George and Delores Miller in Hicksville, Ohio. He was a member of Tate United Methodist Church. Jim is survived by his wife of 61 years, Diane Miller of Jasper; sons and daughters-in-law, Daniel and Leslie Miller of Rogers, Minnesota, Steve and Dawn Miller of Talking Rock; brothers and sister-in-law, Robert (Bob) and Bobbie Miller of Sherwood, Ohio, Richard (Dick) Miller of Sherwood, Ohio; five grandchildren, Nick Miller, Cody and Kayla Miller, Jay Miller, Ryan Miller, Allison Miller; and great-granddaughter, Julia Miller. A...

Ned Hillhouse, age 79, of Jasper, Georgia passed away Thursday, July 11, 2024 at Northside Hospital Cherokee. Ned is survived by his wife of 58 years, Dorinda Hillhouse of Jasper; daughter and son-in-law, Cindy and Bobby Klein; son and daughter-in-law, John and Carrie Hillhouse; grandchildren, Bobby "Bob Bob" and Krystal Klein III, Jacob Klein, Slade Hillhouse, Braxton Klein, Kealy "Bug" Hillhouse; and great-grandson, David Klein. Funeral Services will be held 2:00 p.m., Monday, July 15, 2024 at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church with Rev. Grant Wade, Rev. Harold Cantrell, and Rev. Buck Parker officiating. Interment will follow in the Pleasant Hill Baptist Church Cemetery: 1006 Pleasant...

Nancy Tatum White was born on July 2, 1932, in Columbia, Missouri. She passed away peacefully on May 24, 2024, with her children by her side. Nancy was married for 58 years to the love of her life, Phil White. Together, Nancy and Phil lovingly raised their family of three children, along with the blessing of grandchildren and great grandchildren. After living in Atlanta for over 50 years, they retired in Hilton Head, SC for a season and made their final move to Big Canoe, GA to be closer to family. Growing up in Atlanta, Nancy Ann was a true southern belle, having the honor of representing her class on the May Court at her high school, Washington Seminary. She was chosen as sweetheart of...

Nikki Johnson Siegel, age 62, of Waleska, Georgia passed away Thursday, May 16, 2024 at Northside Hospital Cherokee in Canton, Georgia. Nikki was born October 16, 1961 to Eugene and Joan Johnson in Molesworth, England. Nikki was a graduate of Sprayberry High School. She was preceded in death by her father, Eugene Johnson, and her brother, Kerry Johnson. Nikki is survived by her loving husband, Scott Siegel; her two children; her mother, Joan; and her sisters, Paula, Kim and Adie. A celebration of life will be held June 1, 2024, 11:00 a.m. at Great Festival Park, Lake Arrowhead in Waleska, Georgia with a fellowship of friends and family immediately following at the Lake Arrowhead...

Brentsie Joyce Pinyan, age 82, of Ranger, Georgia, passed away Monday, April 8, 2024 at her home. She was born September 19, 1941 to Levi and Estelle Patterson in Talking Rock, Georgia. Brentsie is survived by her daughter, Gail Risley of Ranger; son Anthony Pinyan of White; granddaughter, Hannah and Josh Coleman of Ranger; great-grandchild, Xander Coleman of Ranger; sister, Regina Hayslett; and brother, Leeroy Patterson. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dean Pinyan; brother, Michael Patterson; and son-in-law, Robert Risley. Funeral Services will be held 2:00 p.m., Saturday, April 13, 2024 at East Damascus Baptist Church with Reverend Tim McFarland and Reverend Jason Hancock...

Milton Oren "Mo" Fountain, age 77, of Ball Ground, passed away Wednesday, September 20, 2023 surrounded by his loving family singing hymns. He was born March 8, 1946 to Oren and Neoma Fountain in Tate, Georgia. He loved to sing, loved his grandchildren, and loved tootsie rolls. Mo was a fan of College Football, Fox News, and Billy Graham. Mo is survived by his wife, Barbara Fountain of Ball Ground; daughters and sons-in-law, Diana and Ronnie Worley of Ball Ground, Donna and Mark Chastain of Ellijay, Kristie and Jody Sewell of Jasper; sisters, Rita Fountain of Jasper, Glenda Fountain of Jasper; grandchildren, Brantley and Jessica Worley of Canton, Channing Worley of Ball Ground,...

Lynn Fleming James, age 75, of Marble Hill, Georgia, passed away Tuesday, August 8, 2023 at her home. She was born June 25, 1948 to Hugh and Sylvene Fleming in Anderson, South Carolina. Lynn is survived by her husband, Jerry James; daughter and son-in-law, Jenny and Ron Fellenbaum; son and daughter-in-law, Mike and Michelle James; grandchildren, Justin and Emily Fellenbaum, Timothy and Madison James, Colby James and Chloe Walker, Lilly James; mother, Sylvene Fleming; brother, Terry and Diane Fleming; sisters, Susan and Bascom Tippins, Anita and the late Steve Gross; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Lois Ridings, Eliza and Larry Ray, and Phillip James. A large host of nieces, nephews,...