OBITUARIES
Forsyth, GA Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Forsyth, Georgia, Monroe County, & Surrounding Areas.
Starr McCook
May 28, 2026
Brenda Starr Upshaw McCook, age 72, passed away on May 28, 2026.
Born on September 17, 1953, Starr lived a life marked by faith, love, and devotion to her family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Leonard Franklin Upshaw and Bertha Hall Upshaw; her husband of 54 years, Arthur Scott McCook; and her brother, Lonnie Lee Upshaw.
Starr is survived...
William Todd Horne
May 28, 2026
William Todd Horne, 57, of Forsyth, Georgia, passed away after an extended illness on Thursday, May 28, 2026. A visitation will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, June 1, 2026, at Monroe County Memorial Chapel, with a graveside service immediately following at 2:00 p.m. at Monroe Hills Memorial Gardens, U.S. Highway 41, Forsyth, Georgia.
Todd was born in Louisville, Kentucky...
Laura Dean Asip
May 28, 2026
Laura Dean Richardson Asip, 77, of Jackson, passed away, Thursday, May 28, 2026. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Deanie was born January 7, 1949, in Atlanta, Georgia to the late Jeff Eugene Richardson and the late Dorothy Morris Richardson. She grew up in Atlanta, graduated from Fulton County High School, then earned her degree from Dekalb...
Barbara Ann Owens
May 20, 2026
In loving memory of Barbara Owens, known to many as mammaw, who graced this world with her presence from May 2, 1942, to May 20, 2026. Born in the charming town of Pensacola, Florida, Barbara was the beloved daughter of Mary Bell and William Ross Winget. Her life's journey was one of love, dedication, and an unyielding spirit of gratitude...
Karen Anne Quinn
May 18, 2026
Karen Anne O'Leary Quinn, 82, of Macon, Georgia, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2026. A memorial service to celebrate Karen's life will be held on June 27, 2026, at 2:00 PM at the Monroe County Memorial Chapel 86 West Main Street, Forsyth, Georgia.
Born in Arlington, Massachusetts, March 7, 1944, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Alice...
Bryte Kristina Branan
May 17, 2026
Bryte Kristina Branan, 7, of Culloden, passed away Sunday, May 17, 2026. Funeral services will be held 10:30 AM, Saturday, May 23, 2026, at New Providence Baptist Church, Culloden Campus, 47 Church Street, Culloden Georgia, 31016. Burial will be private at Russellville Baptist Church. The family will greet friends Friday, May 22, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 pm, at...
Anthony Wayne Bryant
May 6, 2026
Anthony Wayne Bryant, 74, of Forsyth, passed away Wednesday May 6, 2026. Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM, Monday, May 11, 2026, at Monroe County Memorial Chapel, 86 West Main Street, Forsyth, Georgia. Burial will follow at East Juliette Baptist Church Cemetery 1186 JH Aldridge Drive Juliette, Georgia. The family will greet friends one hour prior to the service...
Beverly Wadley Mickle
May 4, 2026
Beverly Wadley Mickle, 80, of Macon, Georgia passed away, Monday, May 4, 2026. Funeral services will be private.
Beverly was born on January 28, 1946, in Macon, Georgia, to the late John and Jane Wadley. She graduated from Rabun Gap Nacoochee High School. Beverly was known for her baking. Her family and friends always looked forward to her delicious baked goods...
Richard Douglas Hogan
May 2, 2026
Richard Douglas "Doug" Hogan, age 63, passed away at home on May 2, 2026, with his family at his side. A beacon of stability and gentle strength, he left a lasting impression on everyone he encountered. He was an adored husband, father, grandfather, brother, son, and friend.
Doug's life was one of service, dedication, and passion. He grew up in his...
Roger Morgan
Apr 30, 2026
Roger Morgan, 82, of Macon, passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2026. He was born on June 15, 1943, in Coal Mountain, West Virginia, to the late Gussie Morgan and Hazel Marie (Carter) Morgan. Funeral services will be held in West Virginia.
Roger graduated from Baileysville High School in 1961 before relocating to Chicago, Illinois, where he worked as a lead...
Erika Elyse Giduturi
Apr 30, 2026
On April 30, 2026 Erika Wharam Giduturi, a beloved mother, wife, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, beat the cancer she fought so hard against. She was surrounded in her home by her family and many other loved ones when she went to meet her Lord. Erika had a strong faith and loved her Lord and Savior. She committed her life...
Janne Butler Bazemore
Apr 29, 2026
Dr. Janne Butler Bazemore, 85, passed away on April 29, 2026, leaving behind a legacy defined by curiosity, dedication, and a deep compassion for others.
An only child, she was cherished and adored by her parents, a foundation that shaped her confidence and sense of purpose. From an early age, she displayed a love of learning and a drive for excellence....
Penny Sue Gift-McDonald
Apr 28, 2026
Celebration of Life
Sunday, May 3nd at 3:00 pm
292 Abbott Road, Barnesville, GA 30204
Penny Sue Gift-McDonald, 74, passed away on April 28th, 2026, at the Monroe County Hospital after her extensive battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her children and grandchildren as she passed, knowing she was loved.
Penny was born in Moreland, Oklahoma on April 24th, 1952, where she lived...
Charlotte Ann Hester
Apr 27, 2026
Charlotte Ann Vaughan Hester passed away Monday, April 27, 2026. Visitation will be at Monroe County Memorial Chapel on Tuesday, April 28, from 6-8. Funeral services will be held at Maynard Baptist Church, 1195 Juliette Road, Forsyth, GA 31029 on Wednesday, April 29 at 1:00 PM. Burial will be private.
Mrs. Hester, the daughter of the late George McKinley Vaughan and...
William Robert Limmer
Apr 26, 2026
William Robert Limmer, 74, passed away on April 26, 2026. He was born on January 17, 1952, in Laurel, Maryland.
William had a lifelong passion for horses and was known as a dedicated trainer and breeder, sharing his love of horses with others.
He is survived by his wife, Rozalinde Harrington Limmer; his son, William Robert Limmer Jr.; and his brother, Wayne...
Louise Samples
Apr 22, 2026
Louise Samples, 93, of Forsyth, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. Funeral Services will be held at 4:00pm, on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in the Chapel of Monroe County Memorial Chapel, with Preacher Bob Hooks and Reverend James Swanger officiating. Family will greet friends for visitation from 2:00pm to 4:00pm prior to the service. A burial will be...
Rita Gates
Apr 20, 2026
Rita Gates, 89, of Forsyth, passed away Monday April 20, 2026. Funeral services will be held, 11:00AM Friday, April 24, 2026, at Maynard Baptist Church, 1195 Juliette Road, burial will follow at the Forsyth City Cemetery, Newton Memorial Drive. The family will greet friends 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Thursday April 23, 2026, at Monroe County Memorial Chapel, 86 West...
Arthur Lee Vickers
Apr 19, 2026
Arthur Lee Vickers Jr., 66, of Jackson, Georgia, passed away Sunday, April 19,2026, funeral services will be held 1:00 PM, Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Monroe Hills Memorial Gardens, US Highway 41 North, Forsyth, Georgia.
Arthur was born Griffin, Georgia, to the late Arthur Vickers Sr. and late May Omie Bennett Vickers.
Arthur was a simple man who loved drag racing and...
Joseph Richard Blalock
Apr 16, 2026
Joseph Richard Blalock, 83, of Warner Robins, Georgia, passed away, Thursday, April 16, 2026. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Joe was born March 24, 1943, in Savannah, Georgia to the late Thomas Blalock and the late Ida Geiger. He proudly served in the US Army as a sergeant during the Vietnam War. After his military...
Jane Christine Haygood
Apr 16, 2026
On 4/16/26, Jane Christine (Wilkinson) Haygood, went home to meet her Saviour, Jesus Christ. Bravely, she chose to fight cancer peacefully and in her own home.
Jane was born to George Eugene (Pop) Wilkinson and Rachael Viola (Cardin) Wilkinson on Nov. 29, 1947, in Lafayette, Walker County, Georgia. They preceded her in death. She was raised by Julian Scott, in Bibb...
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