August 26, 2016 – December 08, 2018

Hope Merryn Dover, age 2, of Cleveland, went to be with Jesus Saturday, December 8, 2018.

Hope was born August 26, 2016 in Gainesville.  As a precious daughter, granddaughter, cousin, niece, and miracle from God, Hope touched a multitude of lives in her two years of life. The love that she gave and received was immeasurable and will live on forever in all the hearts and lives she touched.

Hope was preceded in victory by great-grandparents, Melba Castleberry, James and Betty Camp, Imogene Dover, Joe B. Dover, Marian C. Smith, and Bonnie Smith.

She is survived by Loving Parents, Matt and Carissa Dover, Cleveland; grandparents, Matt and Marcia Camp, Cleveland and Joe and Sharon Dover, Gainesville; great-grandfather, Marcus Castleberry, Alpharetta; aunt and uncle, Matthew and Sidney Camp; Gainesville; cousin, Titan Camp, Gainesville; and  many other close family members and friends.

A celebration of life service will be held 2 PM Tuesday, December 11, 2018 at Riverpoint Community Church in Demorest.  The Rev. Kevin Mangum and Dr. Joe Vernon will officiate. Interment will follow in Yonah View Memorial Gardens.

Flowers will be acknowledged, however, the family asks for donations to be made to Scottish Rite Children’s Hospital: 1001 Johnson Ferry Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30342.

To share a memory or leave condolences with the family, visit barrettfh.com.

Barrett Funeral Home, Cleveland.

February 17, 1952 – November 18, 2018

Robert Douglas Black, age 66 of Cleveland, passed away on Sunday, November 18, 2018.

Mr. Black was born on February 17, 1952, in Lithonia, Georgia, to the late Ernest and Winnie Austin Black. He was a retired dental lab technician and was of the Christian faith.

Survivors include his wife, Rita Black, Cleveland; sons, Jason Black (Tina), Gainesville, Johnny Fain (Lauren), Sautee, Jordan Black (Sarah), Sautee; brother, Gordon Black (Marsha), Clermont; sister, Donna Jammes, Dawsonville; 7 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild.

Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, November 21, 2018 at the Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. The Rev. Danny Kastner and Rev. Jeremy Kastner  will officiate. Interment will follow at Alta Vista Cemetery in Gainesville.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 – 7:00 P.M. Tuesday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Kindred Hospice – 1100 Sherwood Park Drive NE #120, Gainesville, GA 30501.

To share a memory or to leave a condolence, please visit www.barrettfh.com.

Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland.

September 07, 1944 – November 14, 2018

Nancy Patricia Dupray, age 74 of Murphy, NC formerly of Cleveland, GA passed away Wednesday, November 14, 2018.

Mrs. Dupray was born September 7, 1944 in Pittsville, MA to the late Francis and Edith Jarrard Rahilly. She was a homemaker and was preceded in death by her brother, Frankie and sister, Sally.

Survivors include her husband of 55 years, Robert Dupray, Murphy, NC; daughters, Melissa Marie Dupray, Murphy, NC; Lisa Ann Hall, Cleveland, GA; Nancy Lee Warren, Cleveland, GA; daughter and son-in-law, Bobbjean and Joseph Kisselburg, Murphy, NC; daughter, Dawn Bruce, Murrayville, GA; sister, Patricia; brothers, Robert, Daniel, Christopher, Patrick; 14 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.

The family will receive friends from 6-8 PM Friday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to help with funeral expenses.

To share a memory or leave a condolence please www.barrettfh.com.

Barrett Funeral Home, Cleveland.

February 28, 1957 – November 11, 2018

Nancy Ballard Droege, age 61 of Cleveland, formerly of Fort Wayne, Indiana, went home to Jesus on Sunday, November 11, 2018, after extended illnesses.

Mrs. Droege was born on February 28, 1957, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to the late, Melvin C. and Violet Mae Long Ballard. She had a career in banking.

She is survived by her husband, Daniel Droege, Cleveland, GA; sister, Cheryl (Ballard) Chastain, Fort Myers, FL; brothers, Mel Ballard, Cleveland, GA, Garrick Ballard, Shelbyville, IN, R. Andrew Ballard, Fort Worth, TX and their families.

A celebration of life will be held in Fort Wayne, Indiana at a later date. For online condolences, please visit www.barrettfh.com

My real home is Heaven and you are welcome to come stay.

Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland, Georgia – (706) 865-3101

Katie Lou Parson

Cleveland Funeral Home announces the death of Mrs. Katie Lou Parson, age 81 of Cleveland, Georgia. Mrs. Parson passed away on October 22, 2018 at Northeast Georgia Medical center.

Katie was born on March 25, 1937 in Hall County, Georgia to the late Hammond Jones and the late Ida Armour. She moved to Cleveland from Gainesville around 30 years ago. Most people would remember her for her amazing biscuits she made every morning when she was employed by Mamas Kitchen in Helen. Although she will be remembered for her delicious cooking, those who knew her best will always remember her as the best Mother, Grandmother, and Aunt that anyone could ever imagine.

She was preceded in death by both parents as well as her husband, Harold Parson. She is survived by her Sons; Henry Allen of Cleveland and Johnny Parson of Cleveland. Grandchildren; Amanda (Darren) Farmer of Dawsonville, Josh Allen of Habersham, Melinda Allen of Habersham, and Pervie Parson of Cleveland. Niece and Nephew Robert and Michelle Hamilton of Dahlonega. Great Nieces and Nephews; Cody (Brittany) Hamilton of Gainesville and Cynthia (AL) Raez, also of Gainesville. In addition, she leaves behind two brothers, two sisters, and 3 Great Grandchildren.

A visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 24, 2018 from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Funeral Services will be held in the Chapel of Cleveland Funeral Home on Thursday, October 25 at 2:00 PM with Rev. Wayne Turk officiating. The family will also receive friends and family from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM on Thursday. Interment will follow in the cemetery of Calvary Cross Baptist Church.

Cleveland Funeral Home of Cleveland, Georgia is in charge of these arrangements.

www.cleveland-funeralhome.com    706.865.1500     2721 Highway 129 South. Cleveland, GA 30528