In Memory of Bill McMahan

By Lori Thomas, President, Hall County Master Gardeners

It is with saddened hearts that we share news of one of our Hall County Master Gardeners. Bill McMahan passed away in October after a period of illness. We knew Bill as a hard-working master gardener who always wanted to help. Bill trained as a master gardener in 2012, and has contributed to the organization and community in many ways.  

Bill was particularly passionate about the Garden Expos, and he was instrumental in the set-up and tear-down of the expos for many years. At the most recent Fall Garden Expo, Bill heard the call out for a golf cart to help shuttle our parking volunteers to their stations, so he showed up with his golf cart and helped drive.  

As well as HCMG, Bill was active elsewhere in the community. Bill was a weekly volunteer at Atlanta Botanical Gardens Gainesville for so many years that when he started, it was called Smithgall Woodland Gardens. 

Bill will be missed, but he will also be fondly remembered for his smiles, his passion, his energy, and his giving heart. Our condolences go out to his family and friends.  

Rest in peace, Bill.