Obituaries

Recent Rabun County, GA Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Clayton, Rabun County, GA & Surrounding Areas

Johnny McCoy

Johnny McCoy

Jun 9, 2026

Johnny Lee McCoy, 72, of Otto, North Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, June 9, 2026.

Born on May 21, 1954, in Rabun County, Georgia, he was the son of the late Earl McCoy and Mary Talley McCoy.

Johnny had a deep love for the outdoors and enjoyed hunting and fishing. One of his greatest joys was riding his motorcycle alongside the many...

Edith Henslee Conner

Edith Henslee Conner

Jun 9, 2026

Edith Henslee Conner, age 79, of Dillard, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, June 9, 2026.

She was born on November 14, 1946, in Rabun County to the late Fred "Buck" Henslee and Belle Wilburn Henslee. Edith dearly loved her family and found great joy in spending time with them, especially her precious grandchildren. She enjoyed traveling with...

Margaret Elizabeth Moran Knop

Margaret Elizabeth Moran Knop

Jun 8, 2026

Margaret Elizabeth Moran Knop, 85, of Franklin, NC, passed into glory on June 8, 2026, at Highlands-Cashiers Hospital.

Born on June 14, 1940, to the late Esther Ives Moran and James P. Moran in Meriden, Connecticut.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, James I. Moran of Meriden, and her sister, Donna Yale, also of Meriden.

Surviving...

Elizabeth "Ann" Dotson Taylor

Elizabeth "Ann" Dotson Taylor

Jun 8, 2026

Elizabeth “Ann” Dotson Taylor, 94, of Lakemont, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her home on June 8, 2026.

Born on March 27, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Jesse Dotson and Narcisse Beck Dotson.

Ann was preceded in death by her husband of 70 years, Jesse “J.C.” Taylor; her daughter, Pamela Taylor; and her brothers, Jesse Dotson, Jr. and Tom...

Michael Lloyd Speed

Michael Lloyd Speed

Jun 2, 2026

Michael Lloyd Speed, of Clayton, GA, passed away on June 2nd, 2026 at the age of 70.Born on 12/07/1955 in Clayton, GA, Mike was a man who truly loved the outdoors and working with his hands. He was happiest when he was surrounded by nature, whether he was hunting, fishing, camping, or hiking. An incredibly talented craftsman, Mike found great...

Gerry Douglas "Pops" Webb

Gerry Douglas "Pops" Webb

Jun 1, 2026

Gerry Douglas “Pops” Webb, age 70, of Long Creek, South Carolina, passed away on Monday, June 1, 2026.

He was born on November 21, 1955, to the late Edmond and Nancy Ella Webb. He was married to his loving wife, Barbara Ramey Webb, for 52 years.

Doug was known by many as the "Junk-Man," a nickname that suited him well. He enjoyed...

Charles "Chuck aka The Sign Man" Crawford

Charles "Chuck aka The Sign Man" Crawford

May 24, 2026

Charles “Chuck” aka “The Sign Man” Crawford, age 85, of Rabun Gap, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2026.

Chuck was devoted to his family and shared 65 wonderful years of marriage with the love of his life. He was a caring and loyal husband, father, and friend who would do anything for those he loved.

A lifelong motorcycle enthusiast, Chuck...

Betty Joe White

Betty Joe White

May 23, 2026

Betty Joe York White, age 88, of Clayton, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, May 23, 2026.

She was born on February 28, 1938, in Pahokee, Florida, to the late Charlie York and Fannie York.

Betty enjoyed crocheting, listening to music, and spending time with her family, whom she loved dearly. One of her greatest passions in life was raising Maltese puppies. She...

Mary Virginia Justus

Mary Virginia Justus

May 19, 2026

Mary Virginia Justus, age 92, of Rabun Gap, Georgia, passed away peacefully on her birthday, May 19, 2026.

She was born on May 19, 1934, to the late Hershal Keener and Myrtle McCoy Keener. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Ray L. “Fate” Justus.

Virginia loved quilting, gardening, tending to her flowers, and working crossword puzzles. She was a...

Janice Jeanette "Net" Ramey Webb

Janice Jeanette "Net" Ramey Webb

May 14, 2026

Janice Jeanette Ramey Webb known as “Net”, age 72, of Clayton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 14, 2026, with her loving family by her side.

Born on November 8, 1953, in Clayton, Georgia, she is the daughter of the late Vernice and Louise Ramey. Net was married to the love of her life, Harold Webb, for 50 wonderful years,...

Frances Standridge Weaver

Frances Standridge Weaver

May 13, 2026

Frances Standridge Weaver, age 79, of Westminster, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on May 6, 1947, she was the daughter of the late Cobb and Sarah Cooper Standridge. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband of more than 50 years, Paris Weaver.

Frances dedicated 49 years of service...

Josephine Crawford Parker

Josephine Crawford Parker

May 12, 2026

Josephine Crawford Parker, age 80, of Clayton, GA, passed away on Tuesday, May 12, 2026.

Born on September 4, 1945, in Clayton, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Ida Cragg Crawford. She was also preceded in death by her sister and brother-in-law, Emma Watkins (Boyce) and granddaughter, Summer Nicole Vinson.

Josephine was a woman of deep faith and a...

Sedonia "Dony" Alberta Jones

Sedonia "Dony" Alberta Jones

May 9, 2026

Sedonia “Dony” Alberta Jones, age 55, of Clayton, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2026, surrounded by her family.

She was born on August 3, 1970, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to Beverly Phillips Jones and the late Raymond Earl Jones.

Sedonia was a free spirit with a creative soul and a deep love for life. A gifted artist, she found great...

Tina Sharlene English Pruitt

Tina Sharlene English Pruitt

May 6, 2026

Tina Sharlene English Pruitt passed away after a hard fought battle with cancer on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, with her loving family and friends by her side.

She was born on October 11, 1955, to Lois English and the late Kenneth English. Tina attended Rabun County High School and retired from Parker Oil Company. She attended Mulberry United Methodist Church.

Tina was...

Timothy Wayne Moseley

Timothy Wayne Moseley

May 4, 2026

Timothy Wayne Moseley, of Mountain City, passed away on May 4, 2026, at the age of 69.

Tim is lovingly remembered by his daughters, Brittany (John) Roquemore and Haley (Logan) Bleckley; and by his granddaughters, Lyla and Kimber Bleckley.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Tim’s life on Monday, May 18, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m at Henry’s Restaurant...

Willie Jean Marcus Jordan

Willie Jean Marcus Jordan

Apr 30, 2026

Willie Jean Marcus Jordan, age 77, of Clayton, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2026.

She was born on August 8, 1948, in Rabun County, Georgia, to the late Numerous Marcus and Grace Bell Marcus.

Jean was a faithful member of Chechero Baptist Church. She loved the Lord, cherished her family, and found great joy in spending time with God’s people.

She...

Johnny Finis Gragg

Johnny Finis Gragg

Apr 23, 2026

Johnny Finis Gragg, age 87, of the Flat Creek Community, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 23, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on June 30, 1938, in Clayton, Georgia, he was the son of the late Finis and Minnie Gragg. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Ethel Gragg.

Johnny was a true mountain man at heart who...

Brenda McCoy Watkins

Brenda McCoy Watkins

Apr 18, 2026

Brenda McCoy Watkins, age 78, of Clayton, GA, passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2026.

She was born in Rabun County, GA on August 5, 1947, and was the daughter of the late Earl McCoy and Mary Talley McCoy. She was a graduate of Rabun Gap Nacoochee School and also McKenzie Business College in Chattanooga, TN. A woman of many simple...

John Sherman Anderson

John Sherman Anderson

Apr 17, 2026

John Sherman Anderson, 76, of Rabun Gap, Georgia, passed away on Friday, April 17, 2026.

Born on August 10, 1949, in Seneca, Missouri, John dedicated much of his life to the service of his country. He was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force, retiring after a distinguished 22-year career. As a skilled mechanic, he spent the majority of...

Carolyn Ann Stewart Blair

Carolyn Ann Stewart Blair

Apr 12, 2026

Carolyn Ann Stewart Blair, age 74, of Cleveland, GA, and formerly of Clayton, GA, passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026.

Born on December 14, 1951, in Rabun County, she was the daughter of the late Clay and Mary Stewart. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James C. Blair, who passed away in 2013.

Carolyn...