Obituaries
Calhoun, GA Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Calhoun, GA, Gordon County & Surrounding Areas
Deborah Lynn Maddox
May 10, 2026
Deborah Lynn Maddox, 63, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, May 10, 2026. She was born in Detroit, Michigan, on November 1, 1962, to Lola Jackson and the late Emilio Quiroz. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ted Maddox and her brother, David Quiroz.
She is survived by her sons, Jose (Brent) Perez,...
Melvin Lendon Cheek
May 9, 2026
Melvin Lendon Cheek, 74, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2026. He was born on October 27, 1951, to the late Roy and Darlene Cheek. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Deborah Cheek; son, Robbie Cheek; brothers, Michael Cheek and Terry Cheek.
Melvin is survived by his wife, Brenda Cheek;...
Rebecca Sue Moore
May 10, 2026
Rebecca “Beckey” Sue Moore, 71, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, May 10, 2026. She was born in Piedmont, Alabama, on January 14, 1955, to the late Dewey and Adill Lyles. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 45 years, Franklin “Cooter” Moore; son, Donny Moore; siblings, Jimmy (Becky) Rhodes, Roy (Eva)...
Cherril Ann Gillette
May 10, 2026
Cherril Ann Gillette, 81, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2026. She was born in Traverse City, Michigan, on January 24, 1945, to the late Clarence and Esther Kirkpatrick. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Billy Gillette.
Cherril is survived by her sons, Clinton Gillette, Matthew Gillette, and Billy Gillette II;...
James David Wilson
May 9, 2026
James David Wilson, 82, of Ranger, GA passed away at his home May 9, 2026. He was born January 9, 1944, in Calhoun, Georgia. He was preceded in death by his parent, the late James Victor and Josie Belle Wilson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife of 55 years, Brinda Gail "Thomas" Wilson;...
Mary Audrey Offutt
May 9, 2026
Mary Audrey Offutt, age 92, born May 24, 1933, passed away on May 9, 2026 peacefully at home surrounded by the love and care of her family.
Born in Alabama and moved to Gordon County, she was reared by her grandparents on a farm near New Echota. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Frederick Ralph Offutt Sr., and...
Thomas Leon Sainthill
May 5, 2026
SSgt. Thomas “Tom” Leon Sainthill USAF (Ret.) passed on to Glory to be with his Lord and Savior on May 5th, 2026, entering into the joy of the Lord he served so faithfully. Tom was born in Arcadia, FL on May 2nd, 1953, to the late Noel Harcourt and Ola Margie Sainthill. Tom especially enjoyed sharing memories and his love...
William Danny Helms
May 5, 2026
William Danny Helms, 72, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. He was born in Geneva, Alabama, on March 18, 1954, to the late Jimmy and Eloise Helms. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Darlene Helms; brother, Jerry Helms; sisters, Patricia “Mrs. Pat” (Art) Lee, Diane Helms West, Becky Cornett.
He...
Brenda Joyce Boswell
May 4, 2026
With mournful but spirited hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved wife and mother, Brenda Joyce Boswell, who left us to be with her Lord. She took her next step with a true heart and peaceful abundance at home while sleeping the morning of 5/4/2026. A woman whose warmth and kindness knew no bounds, we were blessed with 78...
Dorothy Lynn Waters
Apr 29, 2026
Dorothy Lynn Waters, 73, of Lafayette, Georgia,( Blue Mountain Airpark) passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 from complications related to advanced dementia. She was born in Americus, Georgia, on January 26, 1953, to the late James and MaryBess Mabry.
Lynn grew up in Watkinsville, GA, and graduated from Oconee County Highschool. She attended Truett-McConnell College and the University of Georgia....
Jeremy Matthew Sturgeon
Apr 21, 2026
Jeremy Matthew Sturgeon, 37, of Tunnel Hill, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. He was born in Snellville, Georgia, on July 31, 1988, to Rose Marie Hope and the late Thomas Allen Sturgeon Sr.
Jeremy served his country in the United States Army.
Jeremy is survived by his sons, Kaden Allen Sturgeon (Summer) and Elijah Matthew Sturgeon; daughter, Lacey Marie...
Sharon Kay Parker
Apr 21, 2026
Sharon Kay McGinnis Parker, 69, of the Sonoraville Community departed this life on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at AdventHealth – Gordon following a three-year battle with cancer.
Sharon was born in Calhoun, Georgia on December 18, 1956, the daughter of the late Troy McGinnis and Shirley McDougle.
She was a member of the 1975 graduation class of Calhoun High School, and prior...
Joseph Patrick Richardson
Apr 20, 2026
Joseph Patrick Richardson, 83, of Ranger, Georgia, passed away on Monday, April 20, 2026. He was born in Key West, Florida, on December 11, 1942, to the late Joseph and Frances Richardson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, David Richardson and Philip Richardson.
Joseph is survived by his wife of 60 years; Faye Shirley...
John E Kidd
Apr 18, 2026
Mr. John E. Kidd, 68, of Calhoun, Georgia passed away on Saturday April 18, 1926 at AdventHealth Gordon.
Mr. Kidd was born in Newark, Ohio on September 24, 1957, son of the late James Kidd and Ethel Ryan Kidd.
He was cremated and complete funeral arrangements will be posted at a later date.
The family ask that floral arrangements be omitted, and contributions...
Ralph Smith
Apr 18, 2026
Ralph Anthony Smith, 71, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2026. He was born in Newton Falls, Ohio, on January 27, 1955, to the late Harry and Frances Smith.
He is survived by his loving wife, Penny Green; daughter, Laurie Green (Michele Harris); brother, Kevin Smith (Beth); grandchildren, Kaylee Green, Shayna Magoulis, and Chloe Nunes; great-grandchildren, Addalyn Magoulis,...
Maria Victoria Cruz
Apr 13, 2026
Maria Victoria Cruz, 85, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on Monday, April 13, 2026. She was born in San Pedro Sula, Honduras, on April 1, 1941.
She is survived by her sons, Hector Maravilla Cruz, Lester Maravilla Cruz, Olver Maravilla Cruz; daughter, Dilcia Guillen-Maravilla (Miguel Angel Guillen); brothers, Jeremias Cruz, Elias Cruz; grandchildren, Miguel Guillen Maravilla (Heather Guillen), Alejandra Guillen Maravilla...
Debra Ann Lilley
Apr 12, 2026
Debra Ann Lilley, known as Debi by friends and family, was an outgoing, humorous, happy woman with an infectious laugh. Debi enjoyed concerts with friends, spending quality time with her family, and spending days on the beach. She believed time was the greatest gift, and she used every opportunity to make those around her smile. If Debi could pick an...
Edna Yvonne Baugh
Apr 11, 2026
Edna Yvonne Baugh, 83, passed away on April 11, 2026. She was born on October 5, 1942, to the late James Quillian and Bonnie Lucile Baugh. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Donald Baugh and sister, Bonnie Talley.
Edna is survived by her brother, Billy Baugh and nieces, Kita Bone (Dickie), Lanita Cagle (Steve),...
Sue Ellen Bryant
Apr 11, 2026
Sue Ellen Bryant, 67, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2026. She was born in Rome, Georgia, on April 24, 1958, to the late Merlie and Eloise Mills. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother-in-law, Mitchell Evans.
She is survived by her husband of 21 years, Doug Bryant; son, Ben Parker (Chelsea...
Aaron Arthur Timms
Apr 10, 2026
Aaron Arthur Timms, 81, of Calhoun, Georgia, passed away Friday, April 10, 2026. He was born in Calhoun, Georgia July 7, 1944, to the late Rev. J. Arthur and Beulah Shepherd Timms. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers and sisters, Lucille Hall, J.W. (Thelma) Timms, Herman (Carolyn) Timms, Herbert Timms, Betty (Charlie) Burton,...
