Local Obituaries for Families in Winder, GA
Baby Amina Avdic
Jul 13, 2023
Baby girl Amina Avdic, age 6 weeks, of Winder, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 13, 2023 at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta-Egleston Hospital. Although her time on Earth was short, the love Amina brought to her family will be forever cherished. Amina is survived by her loving parents, Izet Avdic and Alexandra Sanchez; grandparents, Juan Manuel Sanchez and Gabriela Hernandez;...
Langdon Burrell Stallard
Jul 11, 2023
Mr. Langdon Burrell Stallard, age 88, of Bethlehem, passed away on Tuesday, July 11, 2023. Mr. Stallard retired from General Electric as an electrical engineer. He enjoyed living a very healthy and active lifestyle which included hiking and running. Langdon ran the Peachtree Road Race for many years up until his mid-eighties. He will be best remembered by his family...
Tommy F. Roberts
Jul 7, 2023
Mr. Tommy F. Roberts, age 75, of Winder, Georgia passed away July 7, 2023 at his residence. Tommy was born in Barrow County to the late J. C. “Shorty” and Daisy Dean Roberts and had resided here for most of his life. Tommy was preceded by two Brothers, Clifford Roberts and Danny Roberts. He had served as a loan officer...
Martha Bowles Skinner
Jul 7, 2023
Mrs. Martha Bowles Skinner, age 79, of Winder, Georgia passed away July 7, 2023. Mrs. Skinner was preceded by Her Husband of 59 years, Donald Skinner, Parents, Ralph and Geraldine Bowles, Brother, David Bowles, Son-in-law, Charles Goman, and Mother-in-law and Father-in-law, Hazel Maynard Skinner and W. N Skinner, Jr. She was a longtime member of Nazareth United Methodist Church where...
Rebecca Rutledge
Jun 18, 2023
Mrs. Rebecca Rutledge, age 82, of Winder, formerly of Decatur, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 18, 2023. Mrs. Rutledge was preceded in death by her beloved husband, James Rutledge; and her parents, Golden Whitley and Mildred Harrison Whitley. Mrs. Rutledge is survived by her devoted son, Keith Bryant of Winder; sister, Dorothy Davenport of Dawsonville; and two special nieces,...
Sandy Lee Brookshire
Jun 17, 2023
Mrs. Sandra Lee “Sandy” Brookshire, 74, passed away on Saturday, June 17, 2023, after a courageous and well fought battle with cancer. Mrs. Brookshire was a devoted member of Hebron Baptist Church in Dacula since 1990 and served in the Sherry Monroe Sunday School class. She was an avid servant of the Lord and loved sharing stories about Jesus. Sandy...
Robert Henry Puckett
Jun 13, 2023
Mr. Robert Henry Puckett, of Hoschton, passed away on Tuesday, June 13, 2023. Mr. Puckett was the son of the late Ross and Ethel Puckett. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by numerous brothers and sisters. Mr. Puckett is survived by his loving wife, Rachel Healan Puckett of Hoschton; brother and sister-in-law, Windell and Margaret Puckett...
Steven Arnall Hall
Jun 13, 2023
Mr. Steven Arnall Hall, age 61, of Winder, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 13, 2023. Mr. Hall was preceded in death by his mother, Virginia Harris Hall. Mr. Hall was a self-employed painter. He will be best remembered by his family as a loving son, brother, uncle, and friend. Mr. Hall is survived by his father, Arnold Hall of...
Etha Melton Dalton
Jun 6, 2023
Mrs. Etha Melton Dalton, age 95, of Hartwell, Georgia, formerly of Winder died peacefully on June 6, 2023. A native of the Harbin’s Community, she was a daughter of the late Mell and Viola Blanch Clark Melton. Mrs. Dalton was preceded in death by her husband, Bobby Joe Dalton and a son, John Dalton. She was a longtime member of...
Jerry Roger Whitley
May 28, 2023
Jerry Roger Whitley, 80, of Enigma, died Sunday May 28, 2023 at the residence of his daughter in Winder. He was born September 24, 1942 in Berrien County to the late Robert Lee Whitley and the late Doris Shaw Whitley. He was a retired electrician with Georgia Power, member of the IBEW 613, member and deacon of the Enigma Congregational...
Dorothy Jean Storms
May 27, 2023
Mrs. Dorothy Jean Storms, age 88, of Statham, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at the Landing of Winder. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at 3:00 PM at the Georgia National Cemetery in Canton. Carter Funeral Home, Winder, is entrusted with the arrangements.
Steve Smith Jr.
May 25, 2023
Mr. Steve Smith Jr., age 74, of Bethlehem, passed away on Thursday, May 25, 2023. Mr. Smith tested as a radio telegraph operator for Morse Code in the United States Army, but then served as a sniper during the Vietnam War. He retired as an accountant with Primerica Financial Services. Steve will be best remembered by his family as a...
Carla Marie Shaw
May 24, 2023
Mrs. Carla Marie Shaw, age 51, of Hoschton, Georgia passed away May 24, 2023. She was born in Winder, Georgia to Gary and Betty McDougald Carlyle on February 9, 1972. Carla was preceded in death by her husband, Shannon Russell Shaw and was a member of Mulberry Baptist Church. Mrs. Shaw was an accountant and homemaker. In addition to her...
James "Jamie" Wardrop
May 22, 2023
Mr. James (Jamie) Wardrop, age 58 of Winder, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 22, 2023. Born in Scotland on July 20, 1964, Jamie discovered his love of dance and entertaining others early on. He had an undeniable, natural talent and began his dance training at a young age. Jamie danced on cruise ships and throughout the world, including performing...
John Willie Davis
May 22, 2023
Mr. John Willie Davis, age 80, of Winder, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 22, 2023 at his residence. Mr. Davis was employed for thirty-four years as a truck driver. During his career, he traveled throughout the entire Continental United States. John enjoyed fishing and was a loving family man. He will be best remembered by his family as a...
Stacey Ray Ferguson
May 20, 2023
Mr. Stacey Ray Ferguson, age 58, of Winder, passed away suddenly on May 20, 2023. Mr. Ferguson was a truck driver by trade. He was preceded in death by his parents, Otis Ray Ferguson and Dorothy Akins Ferguson; brother, Stanley Ferguson; and a special niece, Julie Jacks. Mr. Ferguson is survived by his children; Stephanie Ferguson of Winder, Kori Kilgore...
Darrell Lee Rhine
May 17, 2023
Mr. Darrell Lee Rhine, age 74, of Winder, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 17, 2023. Mr. Rhine was a jack of all trades. He retired as a contractor, but also was a professional motorcycle painter, fisherman, and teacher. He truly enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson Motorcycle. He will be best remembered by his family as a loving and caring...
Gloria R. Carlyle
May 16, 2023
Gloria Rebecca Huff Carlyle (85) passed away peacefully at home on May 16, 2023, with her family lovingly by her side. Born August 24th, 1937 to Ruby and Augustus Huff. Gloria was raised in Atlanta, Georgia with her sisters, Barbara Ann Webb, Delores Imogene Powers, and Shirley Meeks. Gloria met her soulmate and the love of her life, James Carlyle,...
Kenneth Russell Powell
May 15, 2023
Mr. Kenneth Russell Powell, age 79, of Winder, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 15, 2023 at his residence. Mr. Powell was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Katherine Powell; and sisters, Nancy Sosby and Kathy Worthington. Mr. Powell is survived by his loving wife, Jean Powell of Winder; daughter, Linda (Brian) Baker of Monroe; son, Chris (Hanna)...
Margaret Ann Ozburn
May 14, 2023
Mrs. Margaret Ann Ozburn, age 71, of Commerce, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 14, 2023 after a brief, but well fought battle with cancer. Mrs. Ozburn was a native of Du Quoin, Illinois and retired from Target. Mrs. Ozburn was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Betty Newborn and her grandson, Andrew "Andy" Ozburn. Mrs. Ozburn is...
