Ella Faye Dotson

1936 - 2025

Ella Faye Brown Dotson, 88, of Demorest, 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 and 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 Dotsons 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 were scheduled for 2 p.m. on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at Many Forks Baptist Church in Young Harris, Georgia, with Pastor Jammie A. Fortner officiating. Interment followed in the church cemetery.
The family received friends at the church from 1 p.m. until the service hour on Tuesday.
An online guest registry is available for the Dotson family at www.mcgaheegriffinandmcentire.com.
McGahee-Griffin and McEntire Funeral Home of Cornelia is in charge of arrangements.