Ms. Deborah Ann Shelton

Ms. Deborah Ann Shelton, 67, of Ellijay, died Monday, July 19, 2021, at her residence. To honor her wishes,  she was cremated and no services are planned. Bernhardt Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Mrs. Brenda Dean Newton

Mrs. Brenda Dean Newton, 75, of Ellijay, died Monday, July 19, 2021, at Northside Cherokee in Canton due to complications from COVID-19. She was born April 28, 1946, in Danville, Va., to the late Rev. Henry Jay Moose and Anna Margaret Moose. She was a wonderful ray of sunshine to everyone she met.

Rev. Emmett Burgess

The Rev. Emmett Burgess, loving husband and father, passed away Wednesday, July 21, 2021, at the age of 88. He was born in Ellijay, to the late Glen Burgess and Mattie Davis Burgess. Being ordained at the age of 29, he spent a lifetime of serving God through music and ministry.

Marvin Smith

Mr. Marvin Smith, 78, of Talking Rock, died Friday, July, 23 2021, at his residence with family by his side. He was born June 11, 1943, in Pickens County, to the late Howard Smith and Clara Belle Keener. He was a timber cutter, logging for many, many years.

David Elliott

Mr. David Elliott was born Sept. 28, 1946, in Ellijay. He was called home Saturday, July 18, 2021, after a sudden illness. He was one of the most kind and generous men to walk the face of this Earth. His trademark was his laid-back image.

James Jones

Mr. James (Jim) Edward Jones, 85, formerly of Ellijay, died Wednesday, July 7, 2021. He was born in Detroit, Mich., December 14, 1935, the son of the late Joseph Elmore Jones and Margaret Rowena Whittle Jones.

Mrs. Helen Ruth Newberry

Mrs. Helen Ruth Newberry, 90, of Ellijay,  died Tuesday July 13, 2021. She was born April 28, 1931, in McCaysville, the daughter of Bice Green and Jane Tarpley Green. She worked at the hospital and nursing home for many years and was a member of the Church of God of Prophecy.

Rodney Hall

Mr. Rodney Hall, 59, of Ellijay, died Thursday July 15, 2021, at his residence. He was born in Pikeville, Ky., November 30, 1961, to the late Willie T. Hall and Mary Belle Tackett Hall. He was a high school graduate and was employed as a mechanic.

Mark Issler

It is with great sadness that the family of Mr. Mark Issler announce his passing on Saturday, July 10, 2021. To view full obituary, go to www.loganfuneralhome.com.  Logan Funeral Home & Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

Ms. Shirley Marie Hensley

Ms. Shirley Marie Hensley, 65, of Ellijay, died Saturday, July 17, 2021, at her residence. She was born in Tate, February 19, 1956, to the late Sherman Hensley and Ethel Newton Hensley. In addition to her father, she is preceded in death by brother, Donald Hensley. Ms.