Local Obituaries for Families in Winder, GA
Donald Eugene Still
Oct 1, 2023
Mr. Donald Eugene Still, age 87, of Bethlehem, Georgia passed away October 1, 2023 at his residence surrounded by his family. Mr. Still was a native of West Virginia and had resided here for the past 70 years. He was a retiree of Publix Distribution Center where he served as a maintenance mechanic. Mr. Still was preceded by his wife,...
Rose Bridgers Mixon
Sep 20, 2023
Rose Iris Bridgers Mixon, 79, of Florence, SC and of Statham, GA, passed away on Wednesday, September 20, 2023. She was born in Florence, a daughter of the late Graham Davey Bridgers and Evelyn James Bridgers. She is also predeceased by her husband, Thomas Clyde Mixon; a brother, Davey Bridgers and a sister and brother-in-law, Nebbie and Jimmy Worrell. Mrs....
Joyce Hall Cooper
Sep 17, 2023
Mrs. Joyce Hall Cooper, age 89 of Bethlehem, (Gwinnett County) Georgia passed away September 17, 2023 surrounded by her family. Mrs. Cooper was born November 27, 1933 to the late George and Daisy Sharpton Hall. She was preceded in death by her brother, Cecil Hall and sister, Mildred Helton. Mrs. Cooper was a member of Ebenezer Baptist Church and was...
Lauren Griffeth Anderson
Sep 16, 2023
Mrs. Lauren Griffeth Anderson, age 37, of Winder, passed away on Saturday, September 16, 2023. Lauren graduated from Apalachee High School in 2004 then attended college at the University of West Georgia. Lauren was currently employed with Farmington Hill’s Apartments for the past eight years as a property manager. Lauren was preceded in death by her fathers Billy Griffeth and...
George William Pickett Jr.
Sep 15, 2023
Mr. George William Pickett, Jr., age 59, of Winder, passed away on Friday, September 15, 2023 at his residence. Mr. Pickett was preceded in death by his wife Jacquline Jackson Pickett; parents, George William Pickett Sr. and Judy Carr Pickett; and a nephew Todd Bacon. Mr. Pickett is survived by his children, Casie Jenkins of Winder, Roxann Duvall of Dacula,...
Carlis Moore
Sep 10, 2023
Mr. Carlis Moore, age 71, of Bethlehem, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 10, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Moore retired from United Tower Company as a cell phone tower technician where he served for over forty years. He was an avid outdoorsman that enjoyed fishing. Carlis was a devoted family man and will be dearly missed as...
Tony Fulcher
Sep 9, 2023
Mr. Tony A. Fulcher, age 77, of Auburn, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 9, 2023. Mr. Fulcher was a member of Eastside Baptist Church of Winder. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, neighbor, and friend. Tony worked for many years alongside his father as a plumber and then retired from Winder Lumber Company. He enjoyed spending time with...
Horace Chambers
Sep 5, 2023
Mr. Horace Chambers, age 81, of Winder, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 5, 2023. Mr. Chambers retired as a truck driver for Harrison Poultry. He was a man who loved deeply in his own unique way, working tirelessly to provide for his family. He was an incredibly compassionate and loving individual who gave his all in everything he did....
Michael Douglas Vandeford
Sep 5, 2023
Mr. Michael Douglas Vandeford, age 65, of Auburn, passed away on Tuesday, September 5, 2023. Mr. Vandeford served the United States faithfully in the Marine Corps until he ultimately became a disabled veteran. He retired as a metal roofing contractor. Mike was a devoted family man and will be dearly missed as a loving husband, daddy, and paw paw. He...
James E. Deaton
Aug 30, 2023
Mr. James E. Deaton, age 81, of Hoschton, Georgia passed away peacefully August 30, 2023 with his family by his side. Mr. Deaton was born November 13, 1941 in Hoschton to the late Hoke S., Sr. and Reba Loggins Deaton. He had resided in Hoschton for most of his life and was a member of Rockwell Lodge #9, F. &...
Mildred Hope "Hoppy" Ruark
Aug 28, 2023
Mrs. Mildred Hope “Hoppy” Ruark, age 59, of Winder, Georgia passed away August 28, 2023. Hoppy was born in Winder, Georgia and was preceded in death by her father, Kenneth Hayes. She was a longtime server at John’s Barbecue. The Family will receive friends Friday, September 1, 2023 from 5:00 until 6:00 P. M. at Carter Funeral Home. A Memorial...
Charles Lee Jr.
Aug 25, 2023
Charles E. Lee Jr, 79 of Winder, GA, cherished husband, father and brother, passed away on Friday August 25th surrounded by his family. Mr. Lee was a retired HVAC engineer who grew up in NH and ran a successful HVAC company there until 1990. In his retirement, Mr. Lee loved watching the Braves and doting on his dog Max. He...
John Wilson Pyle
Aug 19, 2023
John Wilson Pyle, 86, former resident of Cisne, Illinois, passed away at his home in Winder, Georgia on August 19, 2023 surrounded by his family. He was born on July 21, 1937 to the late Melville F Pyle and Lucille Richison Pyle. He is preceded in death by his wife of 61 years Janet Courtright Pyle (2017) and only sibling,...
John Allen Martin
Aug 17, 2023
Mr. John Allen Martin, age 93, of Monroe, Georgia passed away on Thursday, August 17, 2023. A native of Statham, Georgia, he was a son of the late Harold Statham Martin and the late Cora Myrtle McDonald Martin. Mr. Martin was preceded by his wife of 60 years, Clara Willard Martin, his daughter, Phyllis Martin Gunter and his granddaughter, Brandy...
George Daniel Hudson Jr.
Aug 13, 2023
Mr. George Daniel Hudson Jr., age 70, was born on August 22, 1952 in Knoxville, Tennessee and passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 13, 2023 after a well fought battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Mr. Hudson had a long and successful career in the banking business. He was responsible for many bank mergers and acquisitions. Mr. Hudson was preceded in death...
Robert "Bob" Lee Nix
Aug 12, 2023
Mr. Robert “Bob” Lee Nix, age 76, of Monroe, passed away on Saturday, August 12, 2023. Mr. Nix was a devoted member of Ebenezer Baptist Church in Dacula. He worked as a baker for most of his career, and he served the United States faithfully in the Marine Corp. Bob was an avid outdoorsman that loved camping and deer hunting....
Francisco Zaldivar- Melgar
Aug 12, 2023
Mr. Francisco Zaldivar-Melgar, age 26, of Auburn, passed away on Saturday, August 12, 2023. A funeral service will be held on Friday, September 29, 2023 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Carter Funeral Home with Pastor Ron Croyle officiating. Burial will follow the service in the Auburn City Cemetery. The family will be receiving friends on Friday from 10:00...
Jessica Olivia Johnson
Aug 10, 2023
Ms. Jessica Olivia Johnson, age 19, of Statham, passed away on Thursday, August 10, 2023. Per the request of the family, no formal services will be held. Carter Funeral Home, Winder, is entrusted with the arrangements.
Douglas Skinner
Aug 9, 2023
Mr. Douglas Skinner, age 80, of Winder, passed away on Wednesday, August 9, 2023. Mr. Skinner retired from a successful career in the grocery business where he retired from Ingles as the produce manager. He was an avid outdoorsman that loved deer hunting and fishing. Mr. Skinner was known for his infectious personality, love for people, and God. He truly...
Mary Ann Finch Prater
Aug 1, 2023
Mrs. Mary Ann Finch Prater, age 87, of Winder, passed away on Tuesday, August 1, 2023. Mrs. Prater was a devoted member of Midway Christian Church. She loved caring for others. She served as a nurse and then later in life as a teacher. Mary Ann was always available to lend a listening ear. Mrs. Prater was preceded in death...
