Wednesday, October 28, 2026


 PAMELA JEANNE NICHOLSON GUTHRIE, affectionately known as PJ to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on October 27, 2026, following a prolonged illness.

            PJ was a woman of remarkable intelligence, creativity, and wit.  A talanted artist and seamstress, she possessed a natural artistic eye and gift for creating beautiful things.  Her sharp mind and quick wit were among her most memorable qualities,  and she had a way of keeping those around her entertained with her humor and unmistakable personality.

            A 1976 graduate of Chattooga High School, PJ was a majorette during her high school years.  She went on to attend the Georgia Institute of Technology and the Ringling School of Art in Sarasota, Florida.  In Her late teens and early twenties, she pursued a career in modeling before later working as a hairstylist in Buckhead, where her creativity and sense of style continued to shine.

            She was preceded in death by her parents- Dotothy Kitchens Johnson and step father Tom, and Jimmie Mack Nicholson and his wife Greta; husband-Peter -Guthrie; brother-James Michael Nicholson, Sr.; sister-Kathi Johnson Peck.

            Survivied by sisters, Amy Johnson Parker (Jonathan) and Sandra Johnson (Michael); brothers-Randy Johnson (Elaine) and Doug Nicholson (Laurie); several Nieces and Nephews; and Richard Witt, Her longtime friend and companion, whose care and devotion were especially meaningful during her prolonged illness.  PJ will be dearly missed by her family and friends, who will carry forward the memories of her creativity, intelligence, humor, and unmistakable sprit.

            Graveside and interment service, Saturday, October 31st, at 11:30 A.M. in West Hill Cemetery at Trion, Georgia, with Mr. Brandon Garner officiating.  Pallbearers are Randy Johnson, Doug Nicholson, Jake Nicholson, Michael Nicholson, Jonathan Parker, and Richard Witt.  Visitation will be Saturday from 10 until 11 A.M. at the Funeral Home.  In addition to flowers contributions may be made to the local food bank.  Family and friends are invited to gather at the home of Jonathan and Amy Parker, 2169 Rome Rd,  SW, Calhoun immediately following the graveside service.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Pamela Jeanne Nicholson Guthrie, who passed away October 27, 2026

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