Local Obituaries for Families in Winder, GA
Mr. Kenneth Dale Chitwood
2025
Mr. Kenneth Dale Chitwood, age 74, of Athens, passed away on Wednesday, September 3, 2025.
Mr. Chitwood retired from a distinguished career with Georgia Power as an engineer with over forty years of dedicated service. Ken was very athletic; he enjoyed scuba diving and snorkeling in the Caribbean along with snow skiing in Colorado and Utah. Ken’s favorite pastime was watching...
Mr. Almond Eugene Hogan
2025
Mr. Almond Eugene Hogan, age 90, of Bethlehem, passed away peacefully at his residence, that he loved so dearly, on Saturday, August 30, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Almond retired from the Barrow Manufacturing Plant as a shipping clerk and was a member of Bethlehem Church. Almond had a joyous spirit and loved to make people laugh. He faced many health...
Ms. Sheila Evans Smith
2025
Ms. Sheila Evans Smith, age 77, of Winder, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 29, 2025, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family.
Sheila was a member of Carl Baptist Church where she enjoyed playing the piano and singing in the choir. She retired as a devoted neonatal nurse at Barrow Regional Medical Center. Sheila loved spending her time gardening...
Mr. Carlos Thomas Odom
2025
Mr. Carlos Thomas Odom, age 50, of Monroe, gained his eternal home on August 27, 2025. Tom was born on September 12, 1974, in Tucker, GA, and grew up in Lawrenceville, GA.
He is preceded in death by his son, Todd, whom he dearly missed.
Tom is survived by his Mama and Pops, Linda and Steve Hicks, his father, Carlee Odom, and...
Rev. Eddy Francois
2025
Rev. Eddy Francois, age 73, of Carrefour, Haiti, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at his residence, peacefully surrounded by his loving family.
Rev. François was the Founder and Senior Pastor of Mission Évangélique de la Dernière Heure in Haiti, serving faithfully until his retirement in 2022. For nearly fifty years, the Lord used him...
Baby Mia Eizaga
2025
Baby Mia Eizaga, of Auburn, was born and entered into Heaven on Monday, August 25, 2025, surrounded by her loving parents. Although her time with us was brief, her presence will leave a lasting imprint on the hearts of her family.
Mia was a beautiful baby girl, cherished by her parents, Francisco J. Eizaga Tudare and Eva Marina Galvan Luna. She...
Mr. Matthew R. Roark
2025
Mr. Matthew Raleigh Roark, age 57, of Bogart, entered into the presence of his Savior on Monday, August 25, 2025. Matt was a devoted “Husband” to his wife, “Daddy” to his children, and “Babu” to his grandchildren.
Whether gathered around the fire pit, watching the sunrise by the ocean, hiking through the woods, sitting on the deck talking, or patiently strolling...
Ms. June Chewning -Blanchard
2025
Mrs. June Chewning-Blanchard, age 63, of Auburn, passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2025, at her residence. Born on October 13, 1961, she embraced life with a humorous and fun-loving spirit that touched everyone fortunate enough to know her.
June was a member of Ivy Creek Baptist Church. Beyond her love for family, June had a passion for antiquing and going...
Mrs. Barbara Fitzgerald Willingham
2025
Mrs. Barbara Fitzgerald Willingham, age 64, of Winder, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 23, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Mrs. Willingham was employed as a computer programmer with NAPA General Parts Company for twenty-four years. She was an avid traveler that enjoyed exploring new places with her family.
Barbara was preceded in death by her parents; Paul Peter Fitzgerald and...
Mrs. Rita Gayle Craig
2025
Mrs. Rita Gayle Craig, age 69, of Winder, passed away at her residence on August 17, 2025.
Rita enjoyed a fulfilling career as the charge nurse at Barrow Regional Medical Center's Emergency Room, where she cared for countless patients with compassion and expertise. Her dedication to nursing was a reflection of her nurturing spirit, evident in her role as a loving...
Mrs. Eveline Roberts Ransom
2025
Mrs. Eveline Roberts Ransom, age 93, of Auburn, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 11, 2025, at her residence.
Mrs. Ransom was a member of Appalachee Baptist Church of Auburn.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Haskell Ransom; son, Luther Tuggle; parents, Harvey Wilson Roberts and Edna Williams Roberts; and siblings, James Roberts, Dewey Roberts, Opal Bowles, Ailene Strong, Betty Lou...
Mrs. Sheila Yount Edwards
2025
Mrs. Sheila Yount Edwards, age 78, of Winder, peacefully passed away on August 8, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, compassion, and unwavering strength. She was born on October 15, 1946.
Throughout her life, she was known as a true people person. Sheila was an avid gardener, finding joy in working with the soil and nurturing beautiful flowers. Her green...
Mr. H. Roger Stover
2025
Mr. H. Roger Stover, age 80, of Auburn, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. He was born in Jefferson, GA in 1944.
Roger is survived by his wife of 57 years Shari Wheeler Stover of Auburn; son, Drew (Brooke) Stover of Auburn and Arlington, VA; sister-in-law Janis (Davis) Gravely of Auburn and Gail Stover Cool (Jim) of Jefferson; along with...
Mr. Gregory Marson Tedder
2025
Mr. Gregory Marson Tedder, age 60, of Auburn, passed away on Tuesday, August 5, 2025.
Gregory was a member of Carl First Baptist Church. Throughout his life, he exhibited a remarkable talent for wood-working, a hobby that allowed him to create beautiful gifts for others, embodying his thoughtful nature. His love for the outdoors was evidenced by the time he devoted...
Mr. Bobby L. Wallace
2025
Mr. Bobby Wallace, age 94, of Winder, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at his residence.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, July 31, 2025 at Rose Hill Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Mr. Wallace to the PAWS Foundation of Atlanta.
A complete obituary will be announced by Maddox-Carter Memorial...
Mr. Thomas Bill Jungson
2025
Mr. Thomas Bill Jungson, age 84, of Winder, passed away on Monday, July 28, 2025, at his residence.
Mr. Jungson served the United States faithfully in the Army during the Korean Conflict. He retired from the United States Federal Government as a Funds Control Technician.
He was preceded in death by his parents; Won Sik Chong and Hwa Jyu Lee.
Mr. Jungson is...
Mrs. Margaret Ann Hall
2025
Mrs. Margaret Ann Hall, age 86, of Bethlehem, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 18, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Mrs. Hall was a member of Ebenezer Baptist Church in Dacula. Her family was the light of her world, and she had a special relationship with each of them. Margaret will be remembered best as a loving wife, mother, sister,...
Mrs. Jean Muir Brown
2025
Mrs. Jean Muir Brown, age 91, of Monroe, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at The Retreat at Loganville. She was born on May 2, 1934, in Catrine, Scotland.
She will be remembered best as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Jean was known for her great humor, which endeared her to all who had the pleasure of...
Mrs. Kathryn Diane Dorman
2025
Mrs. Kathryn Diane Dorman, age 76, of Lawrenceville, passed away peacefully at her residence on Monday, July 14, 2025.
Kathryn dedicated her professional life to serving others as a Nationwide Insurance Agent, where she built meaningful relationships through helping her clients.
Her greatest joy in life came from her family. As a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, she devoted herself wholeheartedly to...
Ms. Linda Faye Reynolds
2025
Ms. Linda Faye Reynolds, age 64, of Winder, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 13, 2025.
Linda worked at Bed Bath and Beyond for many years while living with and caring for her mother before retiring due to health problems.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Willie Robert Reynolds and Ludie Yvonne Reynolds, and her brother, Robert Barry Reynolds.
Ms. Reynolds...
