Mr. Robert “Robbie” Lawrence Hale, Jr. left his earthly body on Friday, August 29, 2025, with family by his side.

He is the son of Joan P. Hale and the late Robert “Bob” Hale, Sr.

Robbie was also preceded in death by his granddaughter, Everleigh Hale.

Robbie is survived by his mother, Joan Hale, his wife, Lynn Tyre Hale; his children, Joshua (Natalie) Hale, Sarah Bruce, and Hunter Hale; his grandchildren, Liam Hale, Parklynn Bruce and Harrison Hale; as well as the mother of his children, Jacquelyn Hale; his two sisters, Connie Smith and Jeannie (Tony) Russo; as well as a special niece, Britt Lowden, along with other nieces and nephews.

Robbie was a man of so many talents and interests. Robbie was an avid outdoorsman; he took an active interest and role in whatever sport or civic program his children were involved in when growing up, including the Boy Scouts of America. Robbie loved to play chess and would each anyone who wanted to learn the game. Robbie loved to cook a variety of different foods and his family looked to him as a master chef.

Even with all of his interests, Robbie has a strong work ethic. Robbie retired for Lee Arrendale State Prison where he served the state of Georgia for 30 years as a Corrections Officer.

Robbie primarily worked in the TC unit which included transporting inmates as well as overseeing inmates on work detail.

During his time at Lee Arrendale, Robbie had some notable highlights:

Robbie had the opportunity to work Security during the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta.

Robbie worked with the Georgia Drug Task Force for several years.

Robbie served the state of Georgia by being a Probation Officer for several years as well.

Because Robbie had his CDL, he was able to work seasonally at Cool River Tubing driving a bus.

Robbie also worked as a Security Guard for the Helen Chamber of Commerce Festhalle.

Robbie was a devoted Son, Husband, Dad, Opa, Brother, Uncle and Friend.

Robbie will always be remembered as a mountain of a man that loved life to the fullest and loved the Lord.

Robbie was shown Grace and Mercy and was the recipient of a lifesaving Double Lung Transplant in 2022 after an extensive and hard fight with Covid in 2021. Upon Robbie’s death, he gave the gift of sight by being a Cornea and Eye Tissue Donor.

The family requests that in lieu of flowers, please consider giving a donation to the Georgia Eye Bank in Robert Hale, Jr.’s name. Website: geotgiaeyebank.org

Celebration of Life to be held on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at 12:00 p.m., at the Helen Chamber of Commerce Festhalle, with a meal to follow at the Festhalle.

Helen Festhalle

1074 Edelweiss Strasse

Helen, GA 30545

Please park in the lower Helendorf parking lot just outside the Festhalle front door.

Let the attendant know you are there for the Celebration of Life for Robbie. Parking is Free.

An online guest register is available and may be viewed at www.mcgaheegriffinandmcentire.com

McGahee-Griffin & McEntire Funeral Home of Cornelia, Georgia (706/778-8668) is in charge of arrangements.

Earl Junior Arrowood, beloved father who was a blessing to his family and will be missed deeply, age 77, of Cornelia, entered into rest on Sunday, November 2, 2025. He was born on August 8, 1948, in Cleveland, to the late Clyde Arrowood and Ethel Pauline Nation Arrowood Freeman.

Earl will be remembered for his generous heart, strong will, and unwavering devotion to his family. He had a gift for fixing almost anything and was always willing to lend a helping hand to others. He was a great father who led by example—steady, dependable, and always there when he was needed. His memory will be cherished forever by those who knew and loved him.

He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Timothy Earl and Michelle Arrowood of Clarkesville; son, Scott Arrowood of Cornelia; grandchildren, Dylan and Ashlan Arrowood, Carly, Olivia, and Sarah Arrowood; brothers, Jimmy Clyde Arrowood (Clara) of Cleveland, Timmy Gene Arrowood, and Clarence Arrowood (B.J.), all of Cornelia; great-grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews, and friends who will miss him deeply.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Clyde Arrowood and Ethel Pauline Nation Arrowood Freeman; infant siblings, Connie and David Arrowood; sister, Barbara Armour; brother, Stanley Richard Arrowood; and sister, Joyce Ann Patricia Jones.

After many years of dedicated service, Earl retired from Mar-Jac Poultry. He found great enjoyment in the outdoors, and one of the greatest pleasures of his life was hunting with his children and grandchildren. Whether in the woods or simply spending time together, he found peace and happiness surrounded by the people he loved most.

“Let each of you look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others.” — Philippians 2:4

“Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” — 2 Corinthians 9:7

Funeral services are 2 pm on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, in the Chapel of McGahee-Griffin & McEntire, with Pastor Michael Green officiating. Interment will follow in the Old Damascus Baptist Church Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 12 noon until the service hour on Wednesday, at the funeral home.

An online guest register is available and may be viewed at www.mcgaheegriffinandmcentire.com

McGahee-Griffin & McEntire Funeral Home of Cornelia, Georgia (706/778-8668) is in charge of arrangements.

Ella Faye Brown Dotson, age 88 of Demorest, Georgia went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, October 31, 2025. 

Born on November 25, 1936, in Towns County, Georgia, Faye’s life was a tapestry woven with love, faith, and creativity. She was a daughter of the late Vaughn & Etna Williamson Brown.

As a dedicated homemaker, Faye poured her heart into her family, nurturing an environment filled with warmth and joy. Her unwavering commitment to her loved ones was evident through her many hobbies and interests. Faye adored painting Folk Art and quilting, pursuits that allowed her to express her creativity and share her passion for beauty with others. Additionally, she found delight in bird watching and exploring thrift stores, experiences that brought her pleasure and sparked her curiosity.

Faye was a woman of deep faith, who loved attending church and particularly cherished revival gatherings. Her spiritual journey played a significant role in her life, shaping her character and inspiring those around her.

She is remembered by her loving family, including her daughters, Karen Moss (James); Mary Beth Smith, and Jennifer S. Bryson; her grandchildren, Tammy Roper (James), Davina Henson (Daryl), John Smith, Andrew Smith, Miranda Lee, and Ashley Moyer (Andrew) and Ginnie Greene; as well as her great-grandchildren, Hailey Cass (Brandon), Darrien Henson, Hannah Alexander (James), Madison Lee, Chandler Lee, Alyssa Moyer, Arianna Moyer, and great-great-grandchild, Adyline Lenore Cass. Faye is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends who cherished her spirited nature and caring heart.

Faye was preceded in death by her loving husband, Frank Dotson; her son, Daniel Frank Dotson; sons-in-law, Dwayne Smith and Mark Bryson; and her siblings, including sisters Lassie Brown, Hubbie Henson, Ruby Swanson, and Betty Maney; as well as her brother, Robert Brown.

Ella Faye Brown Dotson’s legacy will be carried on through the lives of her family and friends, each of whom were touched by her kindness, creativity, and unwavering spirit. She will be dearly missed but fondly remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 04, 2025 at Many Forks Baptist Church in Young Harris, Georgia with Pastor Jammie A. Fortner officiating. Interment will follow in the Church Cemetery. 

The family will receive friends at the church from 1:00 p.m. until the service hour on Tuesday.

An online guest registry is available for the Dotson family at www.mcgaheegriffinandmcentire.com

McGahee-Griffin & McEntire Funeral Home of Cornelia, Georgia (706/778-8668) is in charge of arrangements.

Richard McNabb, age 78, of Clarkesville, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2025.

Mr. McNabb was born on July 28, 1947, in Clarkesville, Georgia, to the late T.J. and Alfreda McNabb.

He is survived by his sister and brother-in-law, Judy and Jimmy Stowe, of Pendergrass, GA; niece, Shana Campbell, of Gainesville, GA; niece, Sandy and Richard Funderburk, of Pendergrass, GA; along with many great nieces and nephews.

Graveside Services will be held at 2:30 pm, Thursday, November 6,2025 at the Fairfield Baptist Church Cemetery with Reverend Tony Goss officiating.

The family will receive friends from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at the Whitfield Funeral Home, North Chapel.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Whitfield Funeral Homes & Crematory, North Chapel at 245 Central Avenue, Demorest, Georgia 30535. Telephone: 706-778-1700.

Margaret “Peggy” Hughes Staples, age 92, of Cornelia, passed away on Thursday, October 30, 2025.

Margaret Shirley Hughes was born in Cordele, Georgia on November 10th, 1932. She grew up on the family farm with her six brothers and sisters, and lived in Cordele until her high school graduation. So how did this petite farm girl from below the gnat line form a lifelong association out of the hills of Habersham down the valleys of Hall? Well…

In the middle of the last century, the North Georgia Technical School was also famous for its semi-pro baseball team. In pursuit of that goal, they hired a hard-throwing, Pennsylvania Dutchman as a “janitor.” Fortunately for the school, when an administrator needed a secretary, the janitor knew just the bright young lady who could type 125 error-free words per minute: his sister-in-law, Margaret Hughes! She headed north, and ultimately married Clarkesville boy Jimmy Staples. And when he discharged from the Navy, they set about forming connections in and around the trade school – particularly The Olivers.

Every so often, someone (usually Bob) would suggest, “Let’s go to Clarence’s and have a drink.” Jimmy would find supplies…somewhere, and a small but significant portion of Habersham’s young adult population would pile in a car and head to Cordele.

Margaret and Jimmy moved to Gainesville, where she was a secretary and recorded advertisements at WGGA radio station. They started a family. When a doctor told her that she should put her daughter, Katrina, in a home because she wouldn’t survive 10 months, she didn’t say much. She just cared for and nurtured her, and stayed her constant friend and companion for the remainder of Katrina’s 68 years. When Katrina started school, Margaret started working as a secretary at Enotah Elementary. She spent the rest of her career in education at Enotah, Lakeview Academy, and Johnson High School. Thousands of students learned from her bright and professional demeanor. At Johnson, hundreds of office aides earned a firm foundation for their working careers.

Margaret, known to many as Peggy because Jimmy’s dad thought there were too many Margarets in the family, had a lifelong love of reading, learning, puzzles, and animals.

Margaret was preceded in death by her much loved husband of 66 years, James (Jimmy) Edward Staples Sr.; her amazing daughter; Katrina Marie Staples; parents Clarence and Hazel Hughes; sister Eugenia Thompson; sister Anne Jobe and brother-in-law Lewis Jobe; brother Clarence Hughes; sister-in-law Margaret Ricketson; brother-in-law Howard Staples and sister-in-law Eunice Staples. She is survived by her son, James Edward [Eddie] Staples Jr. (Kimberly) of Buford; her adored granddaughter MacKenzie Wells Staples of Nashville, TN; sister Frances Crow (John) of Rincon, GA; brother James Hughes (Lillian), of Thomasville, GA; brother William Hughes (Georgianne) of Murphy, NC; brother-in-law Robert Staples (Margaret) of Miami, FL; brother-in-law John Staples of Catawissa, MO; special nieces Angela Bucy (Ricky), Rebecca Smith (Buddy) in Bowman, GA, Robin Zeidler (Gerald) in Miami, FL; and numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews, and great-grandnieces and great-grandnephews.

Funeral Services will be held at 3:00 pm on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at Whitfield Funeral Home, North Chapel with Rev. Phil DeMore and Rev. Dr. Randy Kanipe officiating. Interment will follow in Clarkesville City Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm pm on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at the funeral home and from 2:00 pm-2:45 pm on Wednesday prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Cornelia Public Library (301 North Main Street, Cornelia, GA 30531 – www.cornelialibrary.org) and the Habersham County Animal Shelter (4231 B Toccoa Hwy, Clarkesville, GA 30523 – www.habershamga.com).

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Whitfield Funeral Homes & Crematory, North Chapel at 245 Central Avenue, Demorest, Georgia 30535. Telephone: 706-778-1700.

Randall Willis, age 64, of Cornelia, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2025.

Mr. Willis was born on January 13, 1961, in Commerce, Georgia, to the late Rufus and Matilda Willis. In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by his sisters, Evelyn Wehunt, Betty Patton, Barbara Jean Merritt; brothers, Odell Rufus Willis, Jewell Melton Willis; as well as a number of nieces and nephews. He enjoyed many things but his greatest joy was to cheer on his Georgia Bulldogs.

He is survived by his brother and sister-in-law, Terry and Brenda Willis, of Homer, GA; brother, Tommy Willis, of Cleveland, GA; sister and brother-in-law, Ann and Tommy Clark, of Monroe, GA; brother and sister-in-law, Jimmy and Beth Willis, of Milledgeville, GA; brother and sister-in-law, Johnny and Deborah Willis, of Martin, GA; sister and brother-in-law, Jackie and Larry Burrell, of Cornelia, GA; sister and brother-in-law, Melissa and Richard Shepartz, of Monroe, GA; brother, Roger Willis, of Clarkesville, GA; sister, Beth Hogan, of Baldwin, GA and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be held at 4:00 pm on Monday, November 3, 2025, at the Whitfield Funeral Home, North Chapel with Reverend Roger Willis and Reverend Chad Parham officiating. Interment will follow in the Yonah Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends from 2:00 pm until 3:45 pm, Monday, November 3, 2025 prior to the service.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Whitfield Funeral Homes & Crematory, North Chapel at 245 Central Avenue, Demorest, Georgia 30535. Telephone: 706-778-1700.

Charles “Chuck” Edwin Hazle passed away peacefully at the age of 89 on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at his home in Hollywood, Georgia. He was born on July 8, 1936, in Romeo, Michigan. Chuck was a devoted family man and a cherished member of his community, who made a lasting impact throughout his long life.

For over 30 years, he served with Tugaloo Construction and retired as The Shop Foreman. His leadership and dedication were admired by colleagues and friends alike. Chuck had a zest for life that was evident in all his pursuits. He loved the Lord deeply and found great joy in attending church, where he could engage in singing hymns that resonated with his faith.

His personality was characterized by a warm sense of humor; he loved to joke and pick, bringing laughter to those around him. Chuck had many interests that enriched his life, such as fishing, yard work, and gardening. These hobbies allowed him to connect with nature and find peace in the simple pleasures of life.

Chuck was the last survivor of his siblings, a testament to his resilience and strength through life’s trials. His commitment to his family was unwavering, and he took immense pride in the love and bonds they shared. He is survived by his son, James Hazle, and daughter-in-law, Jean Hazle; daughter, Debra Ann Erwin, and son-in-law, Randall Erwin; special grandson, Josh Hazle, and spouse, Shannon; special granddaughter, Maranda Anderson, and spouse, Joey; special grandchildren & caregivers, Brandon Ivester, and spouse, Susan; granddaughter Jenna Hazle; as well as nine great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren who brought joy to his life.

Chuck was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 65 years, Martha Ann Ledford Hazle, whose love and partnership were central to his life. He was also predeceased by his granddaughter, Sarah Ann Ivester Burroughs, whose memory he cherished deeply.

The family would like to extend special thanks to Brandon and Susan Ivester, as well as Pruitt Home Health and Hospice, for their compassionate care for Chuck.

A graveside service will be held at Mt. Zion Baptist Church Cemetery in Turnerville, Georgia, on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at 3:00 PM, with Rev. Tim Holcomb and Rev. Donald Grizzle officiating. Family and friends are invited to gather in remembrance of a remarkable man who loved his family profoundly and lived life to its fullest. Charles “Chuck” Edwin Hazle will be missed dearly, but his legacy of love, laughter, and devotion will forever remain in the hearts of all who knew him.

An online guest register is available and may be viewed at www.mcgaheegriffinandmcentire.com

McGahee-Griffin & McEntire Funeral Home of Cornelia, Georgia (706/778-8668) is in charge of arrangements.

Jerry Hooper, age, 83 of Cornelia, Georgia entered her heavenly home on Thursday, October 30, 2025.

Mrs. Hooper was born on, October 16th 1942, in Clayton Georgia. She was the daughter of the late Rev. Carl S. Henry and Burel Moore Henry. She was married to Hoyt Hooper for 57 years. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who cherished spending time with her family and loved ones and a dedicated member of First Baptist Church of Cornelia. Jerry graduated from Rabun Co High School and was a dedicated student and standout basketball player. After high school she attended Shorter College in Rome, Ga where she was initiated into the Polymnian Society and eventually reigned as Poly Queen. After graduation Jerry taught high school mathematics at Habersham Central High School for many decades. She later earned her master’s from UGA, served as an assistant principal, and later became the last elected superintendent of the Habersham County School system. Her passion for teaching and dedication to her students was evident in every lesson. She made every student feel seen and heard and she ignited curiosity, encouraged critical thinking, and fostered a love for learning. Jerry will be remembered for the profound impact her dedication as a teacher had on generations of students. Humorously, many students will remember Jerry for her signature spike heels in which she could be heard coming down the hall and entering the classroom. Following her retirement, Jerry actively participated with friends in her church making quilts and donating them to shut-ins within the community. The number of minds and hearts touched by Jerry is immeasurable.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband, Hoyt Hooper, sisters, Sylvia Henry, Berma Poole, Vivian Davis, and brother Ellis Henry.

Jerry is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Eric and Cindy Hooper, Watkinsville, GA; granddaughter, Emma L. Hooper, Watkinsville, Ga; brother, Vernon Henry, Clayton, Ga; sister Jane Bingham (Eddie), Clayton, Ga; brother-in-law Jack Davis, Dillard, GA and sister-in-law Louise Hooper, Clayton, GA; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Private Arrangements are being made by the family.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Whitfield Funeral Homes & Crematory, South Chapel at 1370 Industrial Boulevard, Baldwin, Georgia 30511. Telephone: 706-778-7123