All Obituaries

Mr. James Earl Reeves, 75, of Maysville died April `12, 2024. A native of Forsyth County, James was the son of the late Fred and Maude (Lee) Reeves. Mr. Reeves worked for Mike Barker Construction, Henry Cagles Brick Company and he retired from Lyman Hall School System. He was also preceded in death by brother, Doug Reeves. Survivors include his wife of 52 years Brenda Reeves; son, Michael Standridge, Maysville; daughter, Jamie Sammons, Maysville; grandsons, Alex Standridge and Draven...

Sandra Elizabeth Chapman, 75, of Gainesville passed away on Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at her residence following a brief battle with stomach cancer. Mrs. Chapman was born June 26, 1948 in Gainesville, Georgia to the late John Henry and Sarah Elizabeth (Shelton) Beck.  She was also preceded in death by her husband, Eston Chapman; son, Stacey Chapman; brothers, Horace Beck, Raymond Beck and J.W. Beck, all of Gainesville. Mrs. Chapman was of the Congregational Holiness Faith. Survivors...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dr. Laena Karnstedt, a beloved board-certified internal medicine physician, fellow of the American College of Physicians, devoted mother, supportive spouse, and cherished member of our community. Dr. Karnstedt passed away peacefully on April 9th, leaving behind a legacy of compassion, dedication, and unwavering commitment to the well-being of others. Born in Missouri, Laena Karnstedt embarked on a journey of healing and service that...

Margaret “Maggie” Jane Patterson Kelly 78 of Gainesville, GA passed away on Thursday, March 28 2024 from an extended illness.  Born on July 14, 1946 in Hamilton Bermuda. Ms. Kelly is preceded on death by her sister, Kathleen “Kay” Patterson Almond.  Ms. Kelly is survived by her son Steve Kelly and daughter Mallory Whitaker of Gainesville, GA and grandchildren Rachel Kelly, Bridgette Kelly, Harley Edmondson, Christopher Whitaker, and Farah...

Esther Camacho Arredondo, 62, of Gainesville, Georgia passed away Wednesday, February 28, 2024. Funeral Service will be held at 12:00 p.m. Friday, March 1, 2024, at Hillside Chapel Funeral Home. Father Roberto Herrera will officiate. The Rite of Committal and Interment will follow at Hillside Memorial Garden Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. Friday, March 1, 2024.   Those wishing to send online condolences to the family may do so at hillsidechapelfuneralhome.com. Hillside Chapel Funeral Home...

Mildred “Millie” Annette. Stephens, 65, of Lula, GA passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024, of an extended illness. Celebration of life will be announced at a later date. Born on June 22, 1958, in West Virginia. She was the daughter of the late Virginia Anderson. She was a homemaker and of Full Gospel Faith. In addition to her mother, Mrs. Stephens is preceded in death by her brother, Fredrick Christian Winzenreid and sister, Betty Ester Justice. Mrs. Stephens is...

Patricia Leinweber, 88, of Gainesville, passed away on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 If you wish to leave condolences, you may do so at hillsidechapelfuneralhome.com Hillside Chapel Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 1190 McEver Rd, Gainesville GA 30504, is in charge of the arrangements. 

Pamela Kay Gilstrap entered in her Heavenly home on February 11th. She was born in Bainbridge, GA on July 23, 1960. She was raised and schooled in Macon, GA. She worshiped at the Church of God in Gray when she lived in Jones County and currently worshiped and played piano at Bethlehem Baptist Church in Lula, GA. She was preceded in death by her parents Herman and Sarah Allen, great granddaughter Mabel. Kay loved her family and friends and was like a mom to many. She enjoyed making...

Connie Dianne Kenimer, 67, of Lula passed away from an extended illness on February 7, 2024.  She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Willie Nell Kenimer; sisters, Brenda Collins, Debbie Martin; brother, Douglas Kenimer; two nephews and one niece.  Survivors include brother and sister-in-law, Henry and Susan Kenimer, Nicholson; sister and brother-in-law, Jennie and Steve Forrester, Lula; brother-in-law, Lamar Collins, Gainesville; sister, Judy Hayes, Gainesville;...

With much sadness we regret to announce the passing of our mother, Daisy Watkins of Gainesville. She passed from this earthly life into the arms of Jesus on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, at Northeast Georgia Medical Center at the age of 72. Daisy is preceded in death by her parents W.T. and Nellie Reed Watkins, brother Lendy Watkins, and sister Betty Carter. Daisy is survived by her children, daughter Kim (Steve) Cramer; and son, Blain (Stacey) Latty; five grandchildren, Jordan, Jackson,...