Obituaries

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Local Obituaries for Hartwell, GA, Hart County & Surrounding Areas

Luke Schwindler

Luke Schwindler

Dec 11, 2025

Luke Schwindler, age 38, of Hartwell, GA passed away on December 11, 2025 at AnMed Health in Anderson, SC.

Luke Schwindler was born on June 24, 1987 in Snellville, GA, to James Schwindler and the late Rev. Karen Schwindler. Luke was an avid Traveler who enjoyed Playing video games. He will be remembered for his abilities to play the Cello.

In addition...

Jo Ann Hart

Jo Ann Hart

Dec 12, 2025

Jo Ann Dove Freeman Hart, age 85 of Hartwell GA, passed away at Hartwell Health and Rehabilitation with her loved ones by her side. She was born in Franklin County Georgia on April 18, 1940 to the late Norman Dove and Vonnie Sue Osley Dove. She was a member of Grace Baptist Church in Royston. She worked at Johnson and...

Michael F. Nowicki

Michael F. Nowicki

Dec 11, 2025

Mr. Michael F. Nowicki, age 81 of Hartwell, GA passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2025. Born August 1, 1944 in Miami, FL he was the son of the late Zygmont W. Latdimere Nowicki, Jr. and Pearl Jeanette (Snawwadski) Nowicki. Michael was an Environmental Engineer, with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Michael graduated from the Florida Atlantic University in...

Clifford Altier

Clifford Altier

Dec 15, 2025

Mr. Clifford Altier, age 64 of Hartwell, GA passed away in the early morning hours of Monday, December 15, 2025 at Hartwell Health and Rehab. 

A complete obituary is forthcoming. 

Services have been entrusted to Coile and Hall Funeral Directors, and Crematory of 333 E. Johnson Street, Hartwell, GA 30643.

Tammy Sokol

Tammy Sokol

Dec 14, 2025

Mrs. Tammy Sokol, age 56 of Hartwell, GA passed away on Sunday, December 14, 2025 at AnMed Health Medical Center in Anderson, SC. 

A complete obituary is forthcoming. 

Services have been entrusted to Coile and Hall Funeral Directors and Crematory of 333 E. Johnson Street, Hartwell, GA 30643. 

Margie Lynn Thacker

Margie Lynn Thacker

Dec 11, 2025

Margie Lynn Wade Thacker, age 78 of Commerce Georgia, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2025. Margie was born on June 28, 1947 in Talladega Alabama to the late Mr. Alfred Wade  and Mrs. Vera Yarborough. She worked as a business owner in the produce and retail industry. Margie was a member of Bethel Temple Church. 

She was preceded in death...

Don Davenport

Don Davenport

Dec 9, 2025

Mr. William Donald (Don) Davenport, age 64 of Hartwell, Ga., passed away on Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at home.

He was born on April 13, 1961 in Atlanta to the late William Luther Davenport, Jr., and Mary Teasley Davenport. Don was a manufacturing representative for solid waste / recycling and was a member of St. Andrew's Episcopal Church. He loved to...

Carey Dean Howell

Carey Dean Howell

Dec 6, 2025

Carey Dean Howell, age 73 of Hartwell Georgia, passed away on December 6, 2025 at Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital. Carey was born on Febuary 18, 1952 in Reading, PA to the late Columbus Howell and Lucy Virginia Bowen Howell. He was married to the late Barbara Louise Burke Howell. He was an Army veteran of the Vietnam War. He...

Jackie Carolyn Barton

Jackie Carolyn Barton

Dec 4, 2025

Mrs. Jackie Barton, age 58, of Danielsville, GA passed away on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at Comer Heath and Rehab Comer, GA.

There are no formal services at this time. Services have been entrusted to Coile and Hall Funeral Directors and Crematory of 333 E. Johnson Street, Hartwell, GA.

Jeffery Roper

Jeffery Roper

Dec 3, 2025

Mr. Jeffery Dana "Jeff" Roper, age 62, passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at St. Mary's Sacred Heart Hospital in Lavonia, GA. Jeff was a member of Mt. Olivet Baptist Church. Jeff worked as a Carpenter. Jeff was a devoted husband, loving father and Pop, and in Jeff's own words he will be remembered as a "Happy go lucky...

Choong Lee

Choong Lee

Nov 30, 2025

Mr. Choong Eui Lee, age 93, of Hartwell, GA passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025. Mr. Lee was born on April 19, 1932 in Pocheon, Korea. Mr. Lee is a member of the Korean Seventh Day Adventist Church in Carnesville, GA.

Mr. Lee is survived by his friends John and Lydia Shin, as well as numerous church members.

A funeral service...

Dorothy Williams

Dorothy Williams

Nov 30, 2025

Dorothy Wilson Williams, age 74, of Athens Georgia passed away on November 30, 2025. She was born in Royston Georgia to the late Otto Wilson and Clara Bell Phillips Wilson on February 19, 1951. She was a homemaker and loved spending time with her family. 

She was preceded in death by her husband Harold Williams, her parents Otto and Clara Bell...

Hazel Montine Cagle

Hazel Montine Cagle

Nov 30, 2025

Mrs. Hazel Montine Cagle, age 91 of Canon, GA passed away in the early morning hours of Sunday, November 30, 2025 at Hartwell Health and Rehab. Born May 14, 1934 in Hartwell, GA she was the daughter of the late Perry and Annie B. Sullivan.

Montine was the Co- Owner of Crossroads Greenhouse, and was a member of Cross Roads Baptist...

William Childers

William Childers

Nov 26, 2025

William Childers, 82, passed away on November 26, 2025, in Lavonia, GA.

William was born on August 23, 1943 to the late Quillian & Henrietta Childers. He was a truck driver for most of his career .William enjoyed spending time with his family, working on the farm with his tractor,and playing the guitar and piano.

William is survived by Janice Childers -...

James Edward Brown

James Edward Brown

Nov 24, 2025

James Edward Brown, a beloved father, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on May 6, 1942, in Elberton, Georgia to the late Horace James Brown and Betsy Irene Brown. James lived a full and vibrant life that touched many hearts.

A proud veteran of the United States Army, James dedicated his...

Sylvia Turner

Sylvia Turner

Nov 23, 2025

Ms. Sylvia Ann Turner, age 76, of Hartwell, GA passed away on Sunday, November 23, 2025 at Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center. Sylvia was born in Decatur, IL, to Patricia (Gill) Nauman and was a Beautician by trade.

Left to cherish her memories is her daughters Gina Looney (Jonathan) and Lisa Young. Siblings Terri Clarke, Chris Clarke, Pam Harris (Russell), and...

Lae' Lonneigh Lizabeth Julian

Lae' Lonneigh Lizabeth Julian

Nov 22, 2025

Miss. Lae'Lonneigh Lizabeth Julian, Infant daughter of Lenzie Wilson and Joseph Julian, passed away on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at her home. Since her birth on May 2, 2025, in Atlanta, GA she made a huge impact on those in her life.

Lae'Lonneigh is preceded in death by her great grand parents Billy and Diane Reed, great great grandparents Winfred Reed,...

Charles "Chuck" Cawthon

Charles "Chuck" Cawthon

Nov 22, 2025

Mr. Charles “Chuck” Cawthon, age 52 of Hartwell, GA passed away on Saturday, November 22, 2025, one year after being diagnosed with brain cancer. He died peacefully at his residence, surrounded by his family. Chuck was born on November 13, 1973, in Royston, GA. to the late Naomi Davis Cawthon and spent most of his childhood with his grandparents, the...

Johnny Bruce Banks

Johnny Bruce Banks

Nov 21, 2025

Mr. Johnny Bruce Banks, age 70, of Toccoa, GA. passed away on November 21, 2025 at his residence. 

Johnny was born on March 4, 1955 in Toccoa, GA to the late Paul Banks and Claudine (Turpin) Fricks. Johnny was a self employed truck driver.

 In addition to his parents Johnny is preceded in death by his sisters Mary Black and Sue Mullinax....

Robert Scott McRee

Robert Scott McRee

Nov 18, 2025

Mr. Robert Scott McRee, age 62 of Hartwell, GA passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at his home. Born November 19, 1962 in Athens, GA he was the son of the late William Calvin McRee, and Ruth Irene Maloy. Robert loved Golfing, fishing, and was an avid Georgia Bulldog Fan.

In addition to his parents Robert is preceded in...