Local Obituaries for Families in Winder, GA
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...
Mark Alan Rickman
May 9, 2023
Mr. Mark Alan Rickman, age 61, of Auburn, Georgia passed away May 9, 2023. A son of the late Hugh N. and Geneva Herriman Rickman, he was born February 7, 1962 in Atlanta, Georgia. Mr. Rickman was employed with Arrow Exterminating. Surviving are Siblings, Rhonda (Larry) Hewatt of Auburn, Georgia and Michael (Pat) Rickman of Woodstock, Georgia, Two Nephews, Nicholas...
Thang Quoc (Kevin) Tran
May 6, 2023
Mr. Thang Quoc (Kevin) Tran, age 60, passed away on Saturday, May 6, 2023. Mr. Tran was a first-generation American citizen from Vietnam. He came to the United States to pursue the ultimate American dream of raising a family and becoming a successful person. He was a man of many talents but will be remembered by his family and friends...
Randy Victor Zakas
May 2, 2023
Mr. Randy Victor Zakas, age 70, of Winder, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 2, 2023. Mr. Zakas was a talented baker throughout his career. He also served faithfully as a Deacon at Freedom Fellowship Church. Mr. Zakas was preceded in death by his wife Kathy Lassiter Zakas and parents, Melvin and Mary Lambert Zakas. Mr. Zakas is survived by...
Randall Darrell Glass
Apr 28, 2023
Mr. Darrell Glass, age 63 of Statham, Georgia passed away April 28, 2023. A native of Monroe, Georgia, he was a son of the late Herschel and Barbara Brooks Glass and had lived in Statham for the majority of his life. Mr. Glass was preceded in death by his wife, Teresa Martin Glass and was employed by Arrow Exterminators. Surviving...
Ronald L. Bragg
Apr 23, 2023
Dr. Ronald L. Bragg, age 75, of Winder, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 23, 2023 at his residence. Dr. Bragg was a member of the Winder First Baptist Church. He dedicated his life to the Christian faith and was called to minister across the United States. Dr. Bragg pastored at the First Baptist Church of Ringling, Oklahoma, Timber Lawn...
