Local Obituaries for Families in Winder, GA
Mrs. Mary Fry Dugas
2025
Mrs. Mary Fry Dugas, age 94, of Winder, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at The Landing of Winder.
Mary dedicated her life to her family and was known for her unwavering love as a wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother. She was the Matriarch of five generations.
She was a devoted member of St. Matthews Catholic Church, where...
Mr. Dennis Ronald Landress
2025
Mr. Dennis Ronald Landress, age 71, of Winder, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at his residence.
Dennis retired from Johns Manville, and he loved fishing. He will be remembered best as a loving husband, father, brother, and grandfather.
Mr. Landress was preceded in death by his parents, Ronald J. Landress and Dorothy McDaniel Landress; and siblings, Wanda Landress Whitmore,...
Mr. Ronald Earl Carder
2025
Mr. Ronald Earl Carder, age 68, of Winder, passed away peacefully at his residence on Monday, December 1, 2025.
For many years, Ronald served as a Registered Nurse Supervisor with Limestone of Northeast Georgia Health System, where he was not only respected for his professional accomplishments but also cherished for his compassionate care and dedication to his patients. In addition to...
Mr. James Lynn Hendricks
2025
Mr. James Lynn Hendricks, age 82, of Winder, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 24, 2025, at his residence. He was born on June 11, 1943, in the state of Colorado, where he was raised.
Deeply devoted to his faith, James was an active member of Winder First Baptist Church, where he served both as a Deacon and as Church Treasurer....
Mrs. Betty Sue Johnson Smith
2025
Mrs. Betty Sue Johnson Smith, age 95, of Winder, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 21, 2025 at The Landing Senior Living Center of Winder.
Betty was born on Feb. 26, 1930 in Lawrenceville, Ga. She was the youngest of 7 children born to Henry Thomas Johnson & Ada (Fulcher) Johnson.
She married Olen Dean Smith on July 28, 1951, and had 2...
Mrs. Dorothy Porter Baxter
2025
Mrs. Dorothy Porter Baxter, age 97, of Winder, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 15, 2025 at Walden's Cove Personal Care Home in Jefferson, Georgia.
Mrs. Baxter was born in Commerce, Georgia to the late Columbus Benson and Mollie Todd Porter. She graduated from Commerce High School in 1945 and was Valedictorian of her class. She attended business and accounting school...
Mrs. Martha Allen McDonald
2025
Mrs. Martha Allen McDonald, age 86, of Winder, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 15, 2025, surrounded by her loving family, at her residence.
Mrs. Martha was a devoted member of Midway Christian Church. She had a true servant's heart and a contagious smile. Martha's presence would light up a room and she was loved by many. She was a loving...
Baby Bennett James Bilancini
2025
Bennett James Bilancini, beloved child of Ryan and Anna Bilancini, was born on November 11, 2025 and passed away on November 13, 2025. Though his time with us was brief, he brought immense joy and love to everyone who knew him.
Bennett is deeply loved by his parents Ryan and Anna, his grandparents Derek and Kim Bass, and John and Jodi...
Mrs. Alice Dykes Gilley
2025
Mrs. Alice Dykes Gilley, age 77, of Winder, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 12, 2025.
Alice had a unique flair for fashion. Her love for hair and nails was evident in the way she presented herself to the world—meticulously crafted to perfection. From her stylish outfits to her collection of flashy jewelry, she took great joy in her clothing and...
Mrs. Rachel Perkins Austin
2025
Mrs. Rachel Perkins Austin, age 94, of Winder, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 9, 2025.
Rachel was well-known as the owner of Austin Grocery, a cherished country store on Hog Mountain Road, that became a landmark for local residents. Her commitment to serving her community was matched only by her love for people. Rachel's generous spirit and warmth touched the...
Mrs. Frances White Mincey
2025
Mrs. Frances White Mincey, age 93, of Winder, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 6, 2025.
She was a devoted homemaker throughout her life. Frances will be remembered best as a loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
Frances was preceded in death by her husband, Billy Robert Mincey Sr; parents, Winston and Ruby White; sister, Sylvia Sanders; and brothers, Herbert White...
Mrs. Rena Wofford Martin
2025
Mrs. Rena Wofford Martin, age 90, of Hoschton, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, surrounded by her loving family, at Gateway Gardens Assisted Living.
Mrs. Martin was a longtime devoted member of Sharon Baptist Church. She enjoyed gardening and working in her flower beds. Rena was an excellent seamstress often making beautiful quits for her family and friends.
Rena was...
Rev. Lester Allen Honson
2025
Rev. Lester Allen Honson, age 86, of Auburn, Georgia, entered into the realms of heaven and presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Monday morning, November 3, 2025. Born on August 15, 1939, in Mediapolis, Iowa, Lester lived a life marked by unwavering faith, compassionate service, and a deep devotion to his calling and to his family.
A scholar...
Mr. Douglas Curlin
2025
Mr. Douglas Curlin, age 68, of Winder, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 2, 2025.
Hugh Douglas Curlin was born 12/05/1956 in San Antoino Tx. He was preceded by his father James W Curlin Sr, mother Sara Jo Curlin (nee Crowe) a brother Richard T Curlin.
He is survived by a brother James W Curlin Jr and sister-in-law Patricia Curlin of Fort...
Mrs. Frances Burrell Hall
2025
Mrs. Frances Burrell Hall, age 96, of Hoschton, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 1, 2025 at Manor Lake Assisted Living in Hoschton.
Frances was dedicated to her family and community; she retired as a customer service representative at People's Bank with twenty-five years of service. After moving to Manor Lake Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Independent Living in Hoschton, she...
Mr. Zack Milton Jones
2025
Mr. Zack Milton Jones, age 51, of Hoschton, passed away on Friday, October 31, 2025, at his residence.
Mr. Jones will be remembered best as a loving husband, father, son, brother, and grandfather. He was of the Christian faith and served as a project manager and Vice-President in Telecommunications.
Zach was preceded in death by his wife, Kim Hall Jones; and mother,...
Mrs. Alice Shoemake Hardigree
2025
Mrs. Alice Shoemake Hardigree, age 86, of Bethlehem, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at her residence.
Mrs. Hardigree was a member of Bethel Baptist Church. She retired as a seamstress at Barrow Manufacturing Company.
Alice was preceded in death by her husband, Billy Hardigree; parents, Guy Shoemake and Eunice Smith Shoemake; sister, Sue Teal; and brother, Guy Junior Shoemake.
She...
Mr. Robert L. "RL" Keith
2025
Mr. Robert L. Keith, affectionately known as RL, age 80, of Winder, passed away on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at his residence. He was born on April 4, 1945, and led a life characterized by love and dedication to his family.
RL was a loving husband to Ann Brewer Keith, with whom he shared an incredible 61 years of marriage. His...
Mrs. Joyce Kennedy House
2025
Mrs. Joyce Kennedy House, age 77, of Winder, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 26, 2025, surrounded by her family.
She will be remembered best as a loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
Mrs. House was preceded in death by her husband, Jimmy Lewis House; parents, Jack Clinton Kennedy and Mary Harp Kennedy; and six brothers, Bill, Randolph, Gene, John, Danny,...
Mr. Donald "Don" Eugene McLemore
2025
Donald Eugene McLemore, of Auburn, known lovingly as Don, Daddy, Papa, and Pop Pop, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2025, in Gainesville, Georgia, at the age of 93.
Born on June 29, 1932, in Marietta, Georgia, Don was the youngest of eight children born to Riley Newton McLemore and Lillie Belle Howard McLemore. He was preceded in death by his...
