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Local Obituaries for Hartwell, GA, Hart County & Surrounding Areas
Mary Elizabeth Dansby
Apr 23, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Mary Elizabeth Dansby, who left us peacefully on April 23, 2026, at the age of 77. Born on December 20, 1948, in Germantown, PA, Mary dedicated her life to caring for others, at the nursing home, her nurturing nature made a lasting impact on those she served.
Mary is survived by her four...
Nellie Hembree
Apr 22, 2026
Mrs. Nellie Mae “Kay” Hembree, age 94, of Hartwell, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, in Anderson, South Carolina at the Callie and John Rainey Hospice House.
Born on May 18, 1931, in Hartwell, Georgia, she was the daughter of the late Floyd Lewis Kay, Sr. and Naomi Elizabeth (Welborn) Kay. Nellie was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and...
Jerry Wayne Dawson
Apr 16, 2026
Mr. Jerry W Dawson, 83, of Hartwell, GA passed away Thursday, April 16 in Alpharetta GA.
Born on September 18, 1942, in Dunn, NC, Mr. Dawson was the son of the late Jessie Louise Houston and Virgil Penn Dawson. He graduated from Sumner High School, Greensboro, NC in 1960, president of his senior class. He continued his education at Guilford College...
Deanna Conley
Apr 15, 2026
Deanna Brown Conley age 74 of Bowman, Ga. passed away peacefully at Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital on April 15, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on May 15, 1951 to the late Nardin Brown and Joy Baker Brown. She was preceded in death by her brother Greg Brown.
She was a homemaker most of her life and loved spending...
Danny Raybon Shaw
Apr 15, 2026
Mr. Danny Raybon Shaw age 63 of Royston, Ga passed away in the early morning hours of Wednesday, April 15, 2026 in Eastanollee, GA, at the home of his daughter surounded by his family. Born May 19, 1962, in Elberton, GA he was the son of the late Raybon Shaw and Flora Mae (Brown) Shaw. Danny worked as a truck...
George William "Pie" Hunt
Apr 12, 2026
It is with both sorrow and joy that we announce the passing of George William "Pie" Hunt, who left this world on April 12, 2026, at the age of 93, at the John and Callie Rainey Hospice House in Anderson, SC. Born on May 19, 1932, in Elberton, Georgia, George dedicated his life to the art of transportation as a...
Ken "Pee Wee" Jerome Gaines
Apr 17, 2026
Mr. Ken Jerome “Pee Wee” Gaines, age 64, of Hartwell, GA, passed away on Friday, April 17, 2026, at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Born on November 11, 1961, in Augusta, GA, he was the son of the late Leroy Gaines and Jo Ann (Shiflet) Gaines.
At an early age, Ken attended Hart County Training School, Hartwell Elementary, Hart County...
Dottie Ann Shelton (Courtesy)
Apr 12, 2026
Mrs. Dottie Ann Shipes Shelton, 68, of Fort Valley, Georgia passed away Sunday, April 12, 2026. Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, April 17, 2026 in Bowers Cemetery.
Mrs. Shelton was a native of Ft. Polk, Louisiana and a member of the Baptist faith. She was a document clerk with the Allen Insurance Group in Ft. Valley, Georgia....
Leon Wayne Butler
Apr 12, 2026
Mr. Leon Wayne Butler age 69 of Eastanollee, GA passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, April 12, 2026. He was born on July 16, 1956 in Ft. Payne, AL to the late Johnathan Rueben Butler and Juanella Ruth (McMahan) Butler. Mr. Butler was Truck Driver and was of the Baptist Faith. Leon loved riding motorcycles with his loving wife.In...
Kathleen Joanne (Matula) Guess
Apr 12, 2026
Mrs. Kathleen Joanne (Matula) Guess, age 82, of Comer, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 12, 2026, at Hartwell Health and Rehab.
Born on November 9, 1943 in Boyceville, WI., she was the daughter of the late Leslie Edwin Matula and Mary Ann Elizabeth (Myers) Matula.
Kathleen was a gifted music teacher with a deep love for the violin, a talent...
Alan Joseph Chandler (Courtsey)
Apr 9, 2026
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Lavonia, GA – Alan Joseph Chandler, 30, passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2026.
Born on March 1, 1996, in Alpharetta, Georgia, Alan was the son of the late Kimberly Chandler. Alan was a proud Veteran of the United States Marines, serving his country in Iraq with honor and courage. He had a deep love for nature and found great...
Helen Bannister (Courtesy)
Apr 9, 2026
Helen Lou Phillips Bannister, age 84, of Anderson, SC, passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at Hartwell Health and Rehabilitation.
Born December 23, 1941, in Honea Path, SC, she was the daughter of the late Harold Lamar Phillips and Essie Lou Gunnels Phillips. She was married for 64 years to her beloved husband, Dr. Wendell Ray Bannister until his death...
Brenda Harper (Courtsey)
Mar 30, 2026
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Brenda Harper was born on October 12, 1951, to the late Pearson "Pete" Harper and Mozelle Brown Harper. She departed this life on March 30, 2026, at her home.
Brenda attended Hart County Training School in Hartwell, Georgia. She had a nurturing spirit and was well-loved by her community and family. She loved to cook and dance. She would always say
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Julie A Haley
Mar 29, 2026
Julie Ann Haley, age 54 of Hartwell GA, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2026 surrounded by her family at Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital in Athens GA.
She was born on June 16, 1971 in Russellville, Kentucky to Harold Edward Allen and the late Judy Darlene Wilson Allen. Julie was a member of Rock Springs Baptist Church where she served as...
Dean Howell
Mar 26, 2026
Mr. Wade Dean Howell, age 77 of Hartwell, Ga., passed away peacefully on March 26, 2026 at Hartwell Health and Rehab. He was born on June 4, 1948 in Anderson South Carolina to the late Craft Howell and Nellie Mae Brady Howell. He worked for Dunlop and in later years enjoyed being an auctioneer. He loved the Lord and attending...
Mary Alice (Norton) Clark
Mar 23, 2026
Mary Alice (Norton) Clark, 76, of Hartwell, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her home on March 23, 2026.
Born in Royston, Georgia, Mary Alice was the beloved daughter of the late Joe and Rozelle (Dickerson) Norton. She was a woman whose life was centered around love, devotion, and family.
Mary Alice was a devoted wife to her husband, James R. Clark, and...
Vivian (Smith) Toney
Mar 22, 2026
Vivian Smith Toney, 80, of Hartwell, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 22, 2026, at Hartwell Health and Rehabilitation, two days after her 80th birthday.
Born on March 20, 1946, in Lavonia, GA, she was the daughter of the late John Thomas “J.T.” Smith and Ella Mae Smith. She was a graduate of Lavonia High School and later studied at Anderson...
Marlene Lavon Bell
Mar 22, 2026
Marlene Lavon Bell, age 75, of Hartwell, Georgia, formerly of Augusta, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Hartwell Health and Rehab.
Born in Belmont County, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late John Eickleberry and Anna Lee Wheeler.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Bell was preceded in death by her siblings: Helen Barcroft, Louise Hennen, Carl...
Loutessue Teasley
Mar 20, 2026
Mrs. Loutessue (Johnson) Teasley, age 67, of Lavonia, Georgia, passed away peacefully in the late evening hours of Friday, March 20, 2026. Born on October 13, 1958, in Hartwell, Georgia, she was the beloved daughter of the late James Henry Johnson and Mary Shirley McCurry Johnson.
Loutessue will be fondly remembered for her vibrant spirit, her athletic ability, and the joy...
Dr. Wendell Bannister (Courtesy)
Mar 17, 2026
Dr. Wendell Ray Bannister, age 83, of Anderson, SC, passed away on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at Hartwell Health and Rehabilitation.
Born October 27, 1942, in Anderson County, SC, he was a son of the late Robert Leon Bannister and Rebecca Vanadore Bannister. He was also preceded in death by two brothers-in-law, Roger Whitmire and Roy McCoy.
Dr. Bannister was a graduate...
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