Local Obituaries for Families in Winder, GA
Mr. Jimmy Randall Jenkins Jr.
2026
Mr. Jimmy Randall Jenkins, Jr., age 23, of Winder, passed away on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, surrounded by his loving family, after a courageous battle with heart issues.
Jimmy was a graduate of Winder-Barrow High School in 2021. He worked for the City of Statham and most recently was employed as an office clerk with Harrison Poultry. Jimmy had a larger-than-life...
Ms. Dorothy Florence Gerrish
2026
Ms. Dorothy Florence Gerrish, age 91, of Winder entered into the presence of the Lord on Wednesday, June 10th, 2026, peacefully at her residence.
Ms. Gerrish was a devoted member of Calvary Baptist Church of Statham. She was saved at the age of 89, being baptized one week later. She retired from American Optical as a lens polisher after many years...
Mrs. Essie Mae Mathis
2026
Mrs. Essie Mae Mathis, age 87, of Winder, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 7, 2026, surrounded by her family.
Mrs. Mathis loved spending time outside; she enjoyed camping and going trout fishing with her family. Essie Mae will be remembered best as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She retired from Barrow Manufacturing Plant as a seamstress.
She was preceded...
Mr. Terry Ray Bentley
2026
Mr. Terry Ray Bentley, age 85, of Statham, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, surrounded by his family.
Mr. Bentley was a native of Statham. He retired from Allied, formerly, Complete Auto Transit, after thirty-one years of dedicated service. He was affectionately known at Oak Pointe Memory Care as "Mr. Rotton" where they really spoiled and cared for him.
Terry...
Mr. Kenneth Franklin Tuttle
2026
Mr. Ken Tuttle, age 92, of Statham, Georgia passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at Walden’s Cove Personal Care Home.
Ken is survived by his loving wife of 25 years, Donna C. Tuttle and his son, John (Renee) Tuttle of Canton, Georgia, daughter, Christine Weaver of Greensboro, North Carolina, and sons, Rick (Elisa) Carnes of Winder, GA and Scott...
Ms. Abigail Grizzle
2026
Ms. Abigail Grizzle, age 25, of Jefferson, Georgia, passed away unexpectedly yet peacefully on Monday, June 1, 2026.
Though her passing came far too soon, Abigail left an unforgettable mark on the lives of those who knew and loved her. Her family finds comfort in the memories she created, the love she shared so freely, and the beautiful spirit that will...
Mrs. Twyla Jones Peace
2026
Mrs. Twylia Jones Peace, age 78, of Bethlehem, peacefully entered into the presence of the Lord, surrounded by family, on Monday, June 1, 2026, at her residence.
Throughout her life, she dedicated herself to serving others. She was the secretary to the Principal at Varina High School. She was member of Lakeside United Methodist Church, where she lived out her faith...
Mrs. Amy Dunahoo Weathers
2026
Mrs. Amy Sue Dunahoo Weathers, age 76, of Winder, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at The Gardens of Gainesville.
Mrs. Weathers truly devoted her life to serving others. She retired as a Licensed Practical Nurse from the Barrow County Health Department. Throughout her career, she also served as a LPN for Dr. Souther and Dr. Huff's medical practices...
Mrs. Rosalie DeBarros Bailey
2026
“Beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister & aunt”
Rosalie (DeBarros) Bailey, entered peacefully into the gates of Heaven on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at the age of 88. She was the loving wife of the late Woodrow Bailey.
Rosalie was born on April 30, 1938 in Waterbury CT to the late Henry J. and Rita (Tavares) DeBarros. She dedicated many years of...
Mr. Paul Masen Watson
2026
Mr. Paul Masen Watson, age 98, of Winder, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at Gateway Gardens Assisted Living.
Mr. Watson was a talented finish carpenter that took extreme pride in his work. He served the United States faithfully in Army during the Korean Conflict.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Earlean Curnell Watson; parents, Roy Watson and...
Mrs. Barbara Abner Bowen
2026
Mrs. Barbara Abner Bowen, age 83, of Winder, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.
Mrs. Bowen was a native of Winder. Barbara was a member of Cedar Creek Baptist Church.
Per the request of Mrs. Bowen no formal services will be held.
Maddox Memorial Home, Winder, is entrusted with the arrangements.
Mr. Joel Thomas Taylor
May 25, 2026
Mr. Joel Thomas Taylor, a devoted husband and loving father, passed away on Monday, May 25, 2026, at his residence.
Born on April 28, 1975, in Miami, Florida, Joel lived a life marked by compassion, service, and a genuine commitment to those around him.
Joel was known for always lending a helping hand and caring deeply about people. His generous spirit was...
Mr. Stephen David Bowen
2026
Mr. Stephen David Bowen, age 75, of Winder, passed away on Monday, May 25, 2026.
Mr. Bowen was a lifelong resident of Winder. He was preceded in death by his parents Gordon "Poss" Bowen and Vera Rutledge Bowen; and his siblings, Elaine Edgar and Richard Bowen.
He is survived by his loving wife of fifty years, Malinda J. Bowen of Winder; sons,...
Mrs. April Smith
2026
Mrs. April Smith, age 50, of Winder, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 24, 2026, surrounded by her family, at her residence, after a courageous fight with cancer.
Mrs. Smith was a devoted science teacher at Winder-Barrow High School. She graduated from Clemson University with a Bachelors of Science and later received her Masters degree in Special Education. April enjoyed spending...
Mr. William "Bill" Howard Doster, Sr.
2026
Mr. William "Bill" Howard Doster, Sr., age 83, of Gainesville, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 23, 2026.
He was born on January 3, 1943, Bill lived a life defined by dedication, creativity, and a remarkable sense of humor. Known affectionately by many as "The Professor," Bill's incredible intelligence was evident throughout his distinguished career as a mechanical engineer specializing in...
Ms. Linda Elaine Pipping
2026
Ms. Linda Elaine Pipping, age 70, of Monroe, entered eternal rest on Wednesday, May 20, 2026.
She was born on February 12, 1956, she lived a life marked by warmth, humor, and a profound commitment to those she loved.
Linda’s life was devoted to her faith. She was an active member of Bethlehem Church, where she faithfully attended weekly Bible study sessions.
A...
Dr. Joseph Leo Magrath Jr.
2026
Dr. Joseph Leo Magrath Jr., age 95, of Winder, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Gateway Gardens Assisted Living.
Dr. Magrath served the United States faithfully in the Navy where he received his Doctor of Medicine degree and served as a surgeon while in the military. He continued his practice as a surgeon throughout his career and retired...
Mr. Robert "Bob" Lewis Stephens
2026
Mr. Robert "Bob" Lewis Stephens, 83, of Auburn, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 20, 2026.
Mr. Stephens was a devoted member of Union Grove Baptist Church in Auburn where he faithfully served as a Deacon and Sunday School teacher. Bob was the longtime owner of Bob's Barber Shop in Sandy Springs from 1970 until in 2006. There he made countless...
Mr. Ed William Bolton
2026
Mr. Edwin William Bolton, age 80, of Auburn, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, surrounded by his family, at his residence.
Ed was born on September 17, 1945 in Camden, NJ and then later moved to Florida after spending eleven blessed years in Vero Beach. Ed then moved to Lynchburg, VA to work for the Old Time Gospel...
Mr. Kenneth Michael Potter
2026
Mr. Kenneth Michael "Mike" Potter, age 70, of Winder, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 18, 2026, at his residence.
Mr. Potter was a resident of Barrow County for most of his life. He was a longtime member of Nazareth United Methodist Church. Mike was a 1973 graduate of Winder-Barrow High School and a 1977 graduate of the University of Georgia...
