All Obituaries

Mrs. Janett Nicholson, age 78, passed away peacefully Tuesday, June 18, 2019 at The Oaks -Scenic View in Baldwin, Georgia. Janett was born May 17, 1941 to the late Mr. Emmett and Kathryn (Wright) Jarrard in Towns County, Georgia. Prior to Janet's declining health she attended and taught Sunday school classes. She was of the Baptist faith. She was also a member of the Eastern Star. Janett was family oriented; she was a devoted wife, mama and grandmother. She loved spending time...

Mr. Albert Francis Biladeau, age 82 of Young Harris, Georgia passed away Sunday, June 16, 2019. Albert was born April 29, 1937 in Exeter, New Hampshire to the late Albert Francis Sr. and Lena (LaChappel) Biladeau. As a young man, he served his country as a United States Marine.  Albert is a member of St. Martha's Catholic Church in Sarasota, Florida and while in Towns County he attended St. Frances of Assisi. He was a Fourth Degree Knight in the Knights of Columbus. After...

Mr. Bruce Cecil Garrett, age 78, of Hiawassee, Georgia passed away Saturday, June 15, 2019 at Northeast Georgia Medical Center after battling cancer for the 4th time. Bruce was born in Hiawassee, Georgia on June 7, 1941 to the late Rev. Cecil Garrett and Veta Hunter Garrett. Bruce was a member of Philadelphia Baptist Church in Hayesville, North Carolina. He was a fuel technician for private airlines for 30 years. During his career he had the pleasure of meeting many Presidents, famous...

Mrs. Barbara Jean (Reedy) Atkins, age 82 of Hiawassee, Georgia passed away Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at Brasstown Manor after an extended illness. Barbara was born August 5, 1936 to the late Mr. George Kent and Carrie Delora (Howard) Reedy in Harlan, Kentucky. She attended Union Hill Methodist Church. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, one brother George Kent Ready Jr., her father and mother-in-law, John Presley and Willie Florence Atkins, and sister-in-law Martha Jane (Atkins)...

Barbara Elizabeth Hatcher Hunter, age 89, passed away on Sunday, June 9th, 2019 in Pensacola Florida. Barbara was born in Gough (Burke County) Ga on August 19, 1929 to parents Roger Lawson Hatcher, Sr (Sheik as he was known) and Jewel Davis Hatcher. After marrying, she relocated to the Atlanta area and lived there for 28 years.  Life changes brought her to Hiawassee. She lived in Hiawassee for over 40 years along with her dear friend and business partner Thelma Moody Noblet,...

Robert Shattles, age 76, of Hiawassee, Georgia passed away Wednesday, June 5, 2019 after a brief illness. Robert was born October 12, 1942 in Atlanta, Georgia to the late Robert Sr. and Ernestine (Scott) Shattles.  He is preceded in death by his parents Robert Shattles Sr and Ernestine Looper.  He leaves behind his devoted wife of 57 years, Margaret Hay Shattles; sons and daughters-in-law Jay Shattles and Nicole Jones, Scott and Cristy Shattles, Chris and Allison Shattles;...

Mr. Richard Michael Fleisher, age 83, of Young Harris, Georgia passed away on Thursday, May 30, 2019 after a courageous battle with an extended illness. Richard was born July 28, 1935 to the late Mr. Bernard and Frances (Phillips) Fleisher in Bronx, New York. He was a dedicated tennis and pickleball player, loved to fish and was an avid reader. Richard loved his dogs and his family; he was a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather and a dear friend to many people. He was active in...

Mrs. Constance Ann Goodwin, age 58 of Hiawassee, Georgia passed away Thursday, May 30, 2019 at Northeast Georgia Medical Center. Connie was born February 8, 1961 in Attleboro, Massachusetts. She was of the Catholic faith. Connie was a Master Cosmetologist, a hard worker who was dedicated to her career. When not working she enjoyed playing Bingo, singing, making certain her house was a tidy home for her family and most importantly spending time with her children and grandchildren. Mrs....

Mr. Wayne Edward Murray, age 71 of Hiawassee, Georgia, passed away Tuesday, May 28, 2019 peacefully at his home after an extended illness. Wayne was born September 22, 1947 to the late Mr. and Mrs. Thomas and Constance (Miller) Murray in New Castle, Pennsylvania. Wayne better known as “Pops” was a dedicated Christian and a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He was what you might call a "Jack of all trades"; he was an aircraft mechanic for the United States Air...

Mr. Christopher Walton Garrett, age 53, of Hiawassee, Georgia passed away on Tuesday, May 28, 2019. Chris was born on October 11, 1965 in Inglewood California to Ruby Garrett and the late Wayne Garrett. Chris never met a stranger. He was goodhearted and would do anything for anyone. He was also well versed in the bible. He was an animal lover and especially cared for his dog Poker and his cat Miz. Kitty. He was also an avid sports fan, he enjoyed all sports but his favorites were...