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

Joseph Richard Briggs

Joseph Richard Briggs

May 7, 2025

Mr. Joseph Richard Briggs, age 78 of Hartwell GA passed away at home on May 7, 2025 surrounded by his wife and daughters.

Joe is survived by his loving wife of forty-eight years Jeannie, three daughters and sons in law, Holli and Michael Kircher of Hartwell, GA, Betsy and Blake Zimmerman of Greenville, SC, and Jodie and Ryan Blacklock of Greenville,...

Yvonne Charlene Spearman

Yvonne Charlene Spearman

May 7, 2025

Philippians 4:6-7

Yvonne Charlene Spearman, age 62 of Hartwell GA, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2025 at her home. She was born on September 8, 1962 in Anderson SC to the late Theron McCollum and Doris Burton Spearman McCollum. She loved spending time with her family, cooking and enjoyed going to the dirt track to watch the races. She was...

Hayslee Beth Buchanan

Hayslee Beth Buchanan

May 6, 2025

In Loving Memory of Hayslee Beth Buchanan Born: April 13, 2025 Passed Away: May 6, 2025

Our hearts are broken as we announce the passing of  beloved baby girl, Hayslee Beth Buchanan, who left this world far too soon. Though her time with us was brief, she brought immense love, joy, and hope into our lives.

She was preceded in death by...

Tamie Dianne Holbrook

Tamie Dianne Holbrook

May 6, 2025

Ms. Tamie Dianne Holbrook, age 63 of Lavonia, Ga., passed away May 6, 2025 at her home. She was born on December 18, 1961 in Royston Ga to the late Charles L Herring and Jo Ann Griffin. She worked as a master cosmetologist . She was a member of Sardis Baptist Church and loved spending time with her family.

She was...

Thomas Ware

Thomas Ware

May 6, 2025

Mr. Thomas Van Ware, age 73 of Bowersville, Ga., passed away peacefully on May 6, 2025 at Brown Health and Rehab.

He was born on December 5, 1951 in Royston, Ga. to the late Mary Rachael Claridy Ware and Rufus Hoke Ware.

He was a diesel mechanic. Thomas was a loving grandfather.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Rebecca...

Joshua Turner

Joshua Turner

May 3, 2025

Mr. Joshua R. Turner, age 50 of Hartwell, Ga., passed away on May 3, 2025.

A memorial service will be held on Monday, May 12, 2025 at 3:00pm at the Chapel of Coile and Hall Funeral Directors. 

Professional services entrusted to Coile and Hall Funeral Directors and Crematory, 333 E. Johnson Street in Hartwell. 

Seung Bok Lee

Seung Bok Lee

May 1, 2025

Mr. Seung Bok Lee, age 74 of Bowersville, Ga passed away on Thursday May 01, 2025 in Gainesville, Georgia.

His wishes were to be cremated. Services will be held at a later date.

Services entrusted to Coile and Hall Funeral Directors and Crematory, 333 E. Johnson Street in Hartwell, Georgia. 

Sheryl Mitchell

Sheryl Mitchell

May 1, 2025

Mrs. Sheryl Mitchell, age 66 of Lavonia, Ga. passed away peacefully at home on Thursday May 1, 2025.

Her wishes were to be cremated. Services will be held at a later date.

Services entrusted to Coile and Hall Funeral Directors and Crematory, 333 E. Johnson Street in Hartwell, Georgia.

Brenda Harbin

Brenda Harbin

Apr 29, 2025

Mrs. Brenda Ray Harbin, age 70 of Hartwell, Ga., passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 29, 2025.

She was born on September 14, 1954 in Royston, Ga., she retired from Berle Company in distribution. Brenda was a member of Bethany Baptist Church. She loved arts and crafts and doing family geneaology.

Left to cherish her memory are; her parents, William and Carol...

Tommy Evans

Tommy Evans

Apr 27, 2025

Tommy Evans

Born December 22, 1945, Tommy passed away peacefully on April 27, 2025, at the age of 79, in the comfort of his home.

Tommy was the son of the late Wilbur and Ruby Evans. He was a loving husband to his wife of 59 years, Lynne Stratton Evans, and a devoted father to his only daughter, Cindy Evans Agnew. Tommy...

John Henry Hill

John Henry Hill

Apr 26, 2025

Mr. John Henry Hill. age 72 of Elberton, GA, passed away on Saturday, April 26, 2025 at his home.

He was born April 11, 1953 in Royston, Ga. to Nobaly Fowler Norris and Tommy Norris. He was a truck driver and a carpenter. John Henry enjoyed spending time with his family helping raise his grandkids.

Left to cherish his memories are :...

Aaron Bryant

Aaron Bryant

Apr 24, 2025

Mr. Aaron Bryant, age 75, of Hartwell, Ga., passed away on April 24, 2025 at St. Mary's Hospital, Athens, Ga.

He was born on December 30, 1949 in Royston, Ga., and was a sandblaster in the granite industry. He attended Tabernacle Baptist Church. Aaron enjoyed his chickens, going to the mountains and spending time with his grandkids. He proudly served in...

Katherine Earl

Katherine Earl

Apr 23, 2025

Ms. Katherine Earl, age 77 a Toccoa, Ga., resident passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at home surrounded by her family.

She was born on February 14, 1948 in Lavonia, Ga. She worked as greenhouse laborer and a member of Living for the Kingdom International Ministries.

Funeral services for Katherine will be held on Tuesday,...

Steven Hunter

Steven Hunter

Apr 14, 2025

Mr. Steven Bernard Hunter, age 55 of Royston Georgia, passed away April 14, 2025. 

He was born August 7, 1969 to Steven William Hunter and the late Shirley Ann Hunter. He was employed by Linde Weimann where  he was a dedicated worker. He last attended church at St. Mary's in Royston, Ga. He was one of the biggest Georgia Bulldog fans...

Robert Samms

Robert Samms

Apr 14, 2025

Mr. Robert Anthony Samms, age 77 of Hartwell, Ga., passed away peacefully at this home on April 14, 2025.

He was born on November 6, 1947 in Baltimore, MD to the late Harry Robert Samms and Dorothy Hawn Samms. Robert had been a diesel mechanic instructor, sold life insurance and installed flooring. His proudest moment was serving his country in the...

Phil Vickery

Phil Vickery

Apr 9, 2025

Mr. Phil D. Vickery, age 81 of Lavonia, Ga., passed away on Wednesday, April 9, 2025.

Son of the late Asa Garfield Vickery and Sara Louise Vickery. He was born in the Shoal Creek Community.

Phil was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Betty Jordan and brothers, Jack and Jerry Vickery. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Barbara...

Donald Johnson

Donald Johnson

Apr 8, 2025

Donald Johnson, age 72 of Seneca South Carolina, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2025 at Piedmont Medical Center in Rock Hill, SC. He was born on January 12, 1953 in Lavonia Georgia to the late Bob Higgambottom and Fannie Mae Johnson. He worked at Duke Power in the Nuclear Power division. He was a very technical person skilled in...

Floyd Shealer

Floyd Shealer

Apr 7, 2025

Mr. Floyd Shealer, age 60 of Lavonia Georgia, unexpectedly passed away at St. Mary's Sacred Heart Hospital on April 6, 2025. 

Funeral service will be held on April 12, 2025 at 11:00 am at New Light Baptist Church located at 208 New Light Church Road, Lavonia Georgia 30553. Burial will follow at the New Light Baptist Church Cemetery. 

On-line condolences and words...

Russell Helmandollar

Russell Helmandollar

Apr 5, 2025

Russell Lee Helmandollar, age 72, of Hartwell, GA formally from Cyclone, WV. passed away Saturday, April 5, 2025, at his home following a courageous battle with cancer.

He was born on February 20, 1953, in Welch, WV. He was the son of Walter and Betty Jane Helmandollar.

Russell was a coal miner and member of the UMWA. He was a founding member...

Christy Holsopple

Christy Holsopple

Apr 3, 2025

Christy Shantae Burtch Holsopple, 47 of Royston, Ga born on February 17,1978, passed from this life to eternal life with Jesus on April 3, 2025 at Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital. She was a graduate of North Georgia Technical College in Clarkesville Ga. Christy attended Gateway Believers Fellowship in Carnesville GA.

She was preceded in the death of her mother Kathy Delois...