Bernhardt Funeral Home

02/19/2026

In loving memory of Mr. Charles Hyde.

Mr. Charles Otis Hyde, age 93, of Ellijay, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. Mr. Hyde was born on February 6, 1933, in Fannin County, Georgia, the eldest son of the late Johnny and Della Cochran Hyde. He proudly served his country in the United

02/19/2026

In loving memory of Mr. James Tipton.

James Franklin Tipton, age 70 of Ellijay, Georgia, passed away at his home on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. James was born May 4, 1955, in Gilmer County to the late Bill and Clara Eaton Tipton. James was a lifelong resident and enjoyed all the north Georgia mountains had to offer.

02/19/2026

In loving memory of Mr. Randall Davidson.

Randall Eulee Davidson, age 87, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2026. Randall was a devoted Baptist who loved Jesus and found great joy in greeting and welcoming his church family at Westwood Baptist Church. A gentle and kind soul, he was known for his warm smile, friendly nature, and

02/19/2026

In loving memory of Mr. William “Ed” Bailey, Jr.

William Edward Ed Bailey Jr., a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend and follower of Jesus Christ, passed away peacefully at home in Plano, Texas, surrounded by loved ones on Monday, February 9, 2026. Ed was born on February 27, 1947, in Augusta, Georgia. He graduated from Southwest...

02/19/2026

It is important to surround yourself with good friends and a support system when you are navigating your grief journey. While grief is not linear and you will have bad days and good days, each day will near you closer to acceptance.
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02/18/2026

Have those important conversations with your closest family, friends, or caregivers and express your wishes should you be faced with a medical emergency. Now is also a good time to make a pre-need appointment and we can assist you with your desires for your final arrangements. Securing those final arrangements in advance is possibly one of the most selfless gifts you could give your family.
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02/17/2026

“The end of all things is near. Therefore be alert and of sober mind so that you may pray. Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins. Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling. Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms. If anyone speaks, they should do so as one who speaks the very words of God. If anyone serves, they should do so with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ. To him be the glory and the power for ever and ever. Amen.”
‭‭1 Peter‬ ‭4‬:‭7‬-‭11‬ ‭NIV‬‬
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02/16/2026

In loving memory of Mr. Don Stanley.

Don Lee Stanley, age 64 of Talking Rock, GA, passed away on Saturday, February 14th, 2026, at Piedmont Mountainside Hospital. Don was born on May 22, 1961, in Ellijay, the son of the late Calvin Stanley and Edith Davenport Stanley. He was a high school graduate, worked as a construction

02/16/2026

In loving memory of Mrs. Mary Hipp.

Mrs. Mary Lou Brownlee Hipp, age 86, of Ellijay, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 16, 2026. Mary Lou was born on November 12, 1939, in Gilmer County to the late Clyde Jefferson Brownlee and Opal Hughes. A lifelong resident of the area she loved, Mary Lou was known

02/16/2026

In loving memory of Ms. Sherry Abernathy.

Mrs. Sherry Louise Abernathy, age 53, of Ellijay, Georgia, passed away on Monday, February 16, 2026. Sherry was born on October 16, 1972, in Cu***ng, Georgia, to the late Herbert Fowler and Joyce Dillard. She lived a life centered around the simple joys that meant the most to her. Sherry

02/16/2026

In loving memory of Ms. Belinda Kraft.

Mrs. Belinda Sue Goble Kraft, age 67, of Ellijay, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 15, 2026. Belinda was born on October 16, 1958, in Georgia to the late Harvey Eugene Gene Goble and Sue Lane Mulkey Goble. She was a member of Shady Grove Baptist Church, where her faith

02/14/2026

In loving memory of Mrs. Janette Ivey.

Mrs. Janette Anna Mashburn Ivey, age 98 of Ellijay, GA, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 13th, 2026. Mrs. Ivey was born on July 10th, 1927 in Newelm, GA to the late Mark Liffingwell Mashburn and Russell Pope Mashburn. She had a special love for butterflies, reflecting her gentle and