Body of Missing Atlanta Teacher Gary Jones Found in Lake Oconee

The body of Gary Jones, a 38-year-old teacher from Westminster Schools in Atlanta, was discovered in Lake Oconee, Georgia, after a month-long search. Jones had been missing since May 13, the same day his fiancée, 36-year-old Danielle Yarlett, was found dead in their home. The Greene County Sheriff's Office confirmed the recovery of Jones' body on June 14.

The search for Jones involved multiple agencies, including the Wisconsin-based nonprofit, Bruce's Legacy, which specializes in finding missing persons. Using advanced sonar technology, the group located Jones' body, which was then retrieved by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources.

The circumstances surrounding the deaths of Jones and Yarlett remain under investigation. Authorities have not released the cause of Yarlett's death, and the connection between the two incidents is still unclear. The community and Jones' family have expressed gratitude towards the efforts of Bruce's Legacy and other involved agencies.

• Bruce's Legacy
• Danielle Yarlett
• Gary Jones
• Lake Oconee

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Was Gary Jones' body found?

On Sunday, March 9 around noon, Jones' body was found about 45 feet underwater. His older brother, Michael Jones said the family is thankful for everyone that's helped search for his sibling. 'This has been probably one of the worst 29 days of our life. and, and we depended heavily on our faith.

Where was Gary Jones' body found?

LAKE OCONEE — The exhaustive monthlong search for a metro Atlanta teacher, coach and father came to an end Sunday with a small sigh of relief. Gary Jones was finally located, 45 feet below the surface of Lake Oconee.

Who is the expert who found the body of the missing Lake Oconee boater?

Sills said Jones' body was found by Wisconsin search-and-recovery expert Keith Cormican, who was brought in by Jones' family over the weekend and used sophisticated underwater sonar in his effort, the newspaper reported.

Where is Lake Oconee?

Located in Greene County, Georgia, halfway between Atlanta and Augusta, Lake Oconee is an oasis of tranquility, rejuvenation and recreation. To learn more, go to Visit Lake Oconee's website.