Gail Anderson Longwell: Obituary
Obituaries November 7, 2018
July 14, 1936 – November 04, 2018
Missy Gail Longwell, age 82 of Cleveland, passed away on Sunday, November 4, 2018.
Mrs. Longwell spent 35 years associated with SunTrust Bank, as a manager in the check processing center, working 1.5 to 2.5 million checks a day and received many commendations for her works. Following SunTrust, her basic nature to accomplish more in life, she rose from Sales Clerk to co-manager of Babyland General Hospital Profit Center gift shop located in White County across from Ace Hardware. In 2008, she helped Babyland move to its new location. On Cinco de Mayo 2003, via mutual friends Debbie and Robert Bowers (now retired in Oklahoma), Missy Gail met Bart Longwell. A romance slowly developed and on Valentine’s Day 2004, Bart and Gail were married. Both Bart and Gail publicly exclaimed that the past 15 years are the most serene and joyful chapters of their combined lives. Upon her death at 6:00 am November 4th 2018, the internet response was overwhelming. One highlight, Bart was surprised to see was a lone sympathy blessing from Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan. That was just one example of Missy’s nationwide reach.
Surviving Missy Gail is her loving husband Bart Longwell, who instead of grieving, is celebrating with his close friends of the Northeast Georgia Wounded Warriors. Also surviving are her children, Kelly Suzanne Terebo, Laurie Gail Duncan, Barry Richard Duncan, Wayne Norman Duncan, and Mark Bruce Duncan; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren also survive. God Bless all the many acquaintances and friends Missy knows in White County (God’s Green Acres). Amen.
The family will receive friends from 2-6 pm Tuesday, November 6, 2018 at the Funeral Home.
An official beneficiary fund entitled “Missy Gail Four Paws” has been established at United Community Bank in Cleveland, Georgia 30528, in care of Ruth Chambers for the Smithgall Humane Society on the Helen Highway.
To share a memory or to leave a condolence, please visit www.barrettfh.com
Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland.
Michael Steven Reeves: Obituary
Obituaries November 1, 2018
November 05, 1951 – October 27, 2018
Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland announces the death of Mr. Michael Steven Reeves of Hall County. Mr. Reeves passed away at the age of 66 on Saturday, October 27, 2018.
Mr. Reeves was born in Gainesville, Georgia to the late Jessie Bartholomew Reeves and Ruby Cater. He was a Senior Calibration Technician for 40+ years, beginning his career with Scientific Atlanta which would later become Simco Systems.
He is survived by his wife Donna Reeves; sons Albert Reeves (Amanda), Brian Reeves and Michael Reeves II, as well as his three grandchildren.
Private services will be held at a later date. To share a memory for Mr. Reeves or send a condolence, please visit www.barrettfh.com
Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland in charge of arrangements (706)865-3101
Fern London Ward: Obituary
Obituaries October 23, 2018
Fern London Ward, age 81 of Cleveland, passed away on Sunday, October 21, 2018.
Mrs. Ward was born on August 5, 1937, in Gainesville, Georgia, to the late John Graves and Flary Etta Cantrell London. She lived most of her life in White County and worked for Talon. Fern was a member of Woodlawn Baptist Church and was preceded in death by brothers, Phillip London, Arthur London, Richard London, Clarence London, Benny London, Albert London, Edgar London; sisters, Virginia Hogan and Irene London.
Survivors include her husband, Milton O’Neal Ward, Cleveland; sons and daughters-in-law, Mickey and Shirley Ward, Cleveland, and Milton and Roberta Ward, Cornelia; twin sister, Laverne Berrong, Cleveland; brother, Grant London, Cleveland; granddaughter, Anna Ledford (Jeremy); special friend, Katie Penland.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Thursday, October 25, 2018 at the Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. The Rev. Danny Kastner will officiate. Interment will follow at Blue Creek Baptist Church Cemetery with the Rev. Rondal Garmon officiating.
The family will receive friends from 4:00 – 8:00 P.M. Wednesday at the funeral home.
To share a memory or to leave a condolence, please visit www.barrettfh.com
Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland
Penelope “Penny” Eckenboy: Obituary
Obituaries October 23, 2018
September 02, 1941 – October 17, 2018
Penelope “Penny” Eckenboy, age 77 of Sautee Nacoochee, passed away Wednesday, October 17, 2018.
Mrs. Eckenboy was born September 2, 1941 in Chicago, IL to the late Raymond and Naima Olson. On Christmas Day in 1960 in Chicago Penny married Cliff Eckenboy. Penny attended Jones Commercial School, where she studied business and clerical administration. After finishing school, Mrs. Eckenboy worked 17 years at Pillsbury Law Firm in Washington, D.C. She later worked for a private law firm in Frederick, Maryland, and also the American Cancer Society. When Penny relocated to Sautee Nacoochee she became active in the library in Helen, Georgia.
Survivors include her husband of 57 years, Cliff Eckenboy, Sautee Nacoochee; daughter and son-in-law, Timbre and Andrew Day, Hagerstown, MD; grandchildren, Kalvin and Maky Makael, Spencer Day, Olivia Day, Stewart Day; sisters, Joy Price, Illinois; Echo Olson, Wisconsin; Jean Sproehnle, Arizona; several nieces and nephews also survive.
To share a memory or to leave a condolence please visit www.barrettfh.com.
Urania Henderson Chastain: Obituary
Obituaries October 17, 2018
April 27, 1931 – October 09, 2018
Daisy Urania Henderson Chastain, age 87 of Cleveland, passed away Tuesday, October 9, 2018.
Mrs. Chastain was born April 27, 1931 in White County to the late John Henry Henderson and Zora Burke Henderson. Urania was a homemaker and a member of Chattahoochee Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Calvin Chastain; brothers, John Henderson, Albert Henderson, L.D. Henderson, Ray Henderson and Jim Henderson; and sisters, Dora Fortner, Carrie Roland, Mary Cantrell and Eula Roberts.
Survivors include her sons and daughters-in-law, James Rondal and Sheryl Stephens Chastain, Cleveland; Gregory Keith and Laura Turner Chastain, Gainesville; grandchildren, Chelsey Chastain Hogan and Jason Hogan, Cleveland and Jordan Gregory Chastain and Kelsey Chastain, Chattanooga, TN; great-granddaughter Olivia Hogan, Cleveland; and special friend and caretaker, Valorie Ash.
Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 AM Thursday, October 11, 2018 at The Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. The Rev. Chris Anderson, the Rev. Bill Gravely and the Rev. Dave Fortner will officiate. Interment will follow at Chattahoochee Baptist Church Cemetery with the Rev. Paul Flynn officiating.
The family will receive friends from 2-4 & 6-8 PM Wednesday at the funeral home.
Billie Jo Peterman: Obituary
Obituaries October 3, 2018Cleveland Funeral Home announces that Billie Jo Peterman, age 88 of Cleveland, Georgia passed away on September 30, 2018. Mrs. Peterman was born on March 20, 1930 to the late Albert Woodruff and Bessie House in Austin, Texas. She remained in Austin for some time, receiving her high school education from Austin High. Billie and her loving husband and best friend of 70 years, Herbert Peterman have lived in Cleveland, Georgia for the last 18 years. They are members of Helen Presbyterian where Billies beautiful voice will be sincerely missed, ringing out in the choir loft. Out of all of the many talents and attributes that Billie possessed, we all know that she would like to be remembered as an Artist, self taught musician, wonderful homemaker, and a very competitive Tennis player.
In Addition to her parents, Mrs. Peterman is preceded in death by her son, Mark Peterman and a sister, Joy Yates. She is survived by her husband, Herbert Peterman of Cleveland. Daughter and Son in law, Kitrina (Jake) Asuit of Cleveland. She is also survived by 3 Grandchildren and 8 Great Grandchildren.
It was Mrs. Petermans wishes to be cremated. No public services will be held at this time.
Cleveland Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
Cleveland Funeral Home, a division of The McDonald Family Funeral Homes.
2721 Highway 129 S. Cleveland, Ga. 706.865.1500 www.cleveland-funeralhome.com
Jerry Eller: Obituary
Obituaries October 3, 2018
Cleveland Funeral Home of Cleveland, Georgia announces the death of Mr. Jerry Eller of Brookhaven, Georgia. Mr. Eller passed away at his home on September 26, 2018.
It was Mr. Ellers wishes to be cremated and no public services are being held at this time.
Cleveland Funeral Home of Cleveland, Georgia is in charge of all arrangements.
706.865.1500 2721 Highway 129 South www.cleveland-funeralhome.com
Linda Carol Camp: Obituary
Obituaries October 3, 2018Cleveland Funeral Home of Cleveland, Georgia announces that Ms. Linda Carol (Slatton) Camp passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on August 22, 2018.
Ms. Camp was born on July 14, 1942 in Whitwell, Tennessee to the late Leroy Slatton and Elva Almond. She is survived by a brother and sister in law, Sam (Shirley) Slatton of Whitwell, TN. ; Daughter, Renee (Darryl) Lovell of Cleveland, GA. Daughter, Karen (Geary) Camp of Cleveland, GA. ; Granddaughter Karley (Austin) Giles of Cleveland, GA. ; She is also survived by one great grandchild, Warryn Ellie Giles, Also of Cleveland.
A Visitation will be held on Friday, August 24, 2018 from 3-5 p.m. at Generation Church, 7702 Duncan Bridge Rd, Cleveland, GA. A Memorial Service will begin at 5 p.m. following visitation in the sanctuary of the church. There will be another Memorial Service on Saturday, August 25 at 1 P.M (C.S.T.) at the First Baptist Church in Whitwell, Tennessee. Visitation will be held prior to that service also, between the hours of 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. (C.S.T.)
In lieu of flowers, Ms. Camp would love for memorial donations to be made to Generation Church. All Memorial Funds will go towards building a church in the mission field in memory of our loving Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, and Sister, Linda Carol Camp.
Cleveland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. www.cleveland-funeralhome.com 706.865.1500 2721 Highway 129 S. Cleveland, Ga 30528
Doris Ann (Rust) Griffith: Obituary
Obituaries October 3, 2018
Doris Ann (Rust) Griffith. age 84 of Cleveland, Georgia passed away on August 17, 2018 at Northeast Georgia Medical Center. Mrs. Griffith’s wishes were to be cremated and no services are being planned at this time.
Cleveland Funeral Home of Cleveland, Georgia is in charge of arrangements. 2721 Highway 129 S. Cleveland, Georgia 30528 (706)865-1500 www.cleveland-funeralhome.com
Joshua Tench: Obituary
Obituaries October 3, 2018Cleveland Funeral Home announces the death of Mr. Joshua Maurice Wayne Tench, age 31 of Cleveland, Georgia. Mr. Tench passed away on Wednesday, August 15, 2018.
Joshua, more commonly known as Josh, was born on November 28, 1986 in Atlanta, Georgia to Maurice Tench and Julia Fischel. In addition to both parents, Josh is survived by a brother, Cody Burrell; Sister, Brandy Tech; Children, Mitzi and Kenneth Tench. He is preceded in death by a sister, Courtney Tech.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 22 from 12-2p.m. Immediately after, there will be a funeral service at 2p.m. in the chapel of Cleveland Funeral Home. Interment will follow in the Tench Family Cemetery.
Cleveland Funeral Home is in charge of any and all arrangements. 2721 Highway 129 S Cleveland, Georgia 30528. 706.865.1500 www.cleveland-funeralhome.com
Joe Nathan Turner: Obituary
Obituaries December 8, 2019
Mr. Joe Nathan Turner, age 93, of Cleveland, Georgia passed away on Saturday, December 7, 2019.
Mr. Turner was born in Covington, KY, the son of Luther Turner and Dora Davis Turner. Joe was of the Baptist faith and was a Master Carpenter and Homebuilder. He was well known for his custom built homes, including the 10 he built and lived in with his beloved wife, Alice Cain Turner, who preceded him in death. After he retired, he and his wife traveled all over the United States and Canada and made many friends along the way. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by the following siblings: Berry Turner, Martha Cain, Herbert Turner, Carlton Turner, and Magdalene Winstead.
Survivors include sons and daughters-in-law, Lloyd and Donna Turner, Oak Ridge, TN; Joel and Vickie Turner, Dahlonega; and Mark and Sheila Turner, Cleveland; daughter, Linda Dyess, Carnesville, GA; daughters and sons-in-law, Barbara West and Gene Kelly, Alpharetta, GA, and Jeane and Tifton Meeks, Cleveland; grandchildren, Laura Clemons, Cumming, GA, Scott Turner, Knoxville, TN, Stanley Garrison, Carnesville, GA, Travis Garrison, Gainesville, GA, Ceilia Lance, Gillsville, GA, Pamela Bright, Greenville, SC, Juli Skelton, Cleveland, GA, Tyler Turner, Dahlonega, GA, Lauren Turner, Dahlonega, GA, Sam Turner, Missoula, MT, Matthew Turner, Cleveland, GA, Christopher Kelly, Snellville, GA and Patrick Kelly, Gastonia, NC; sister, Mary Jett, Cleveland; numerous great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, December 9, 2019 at the Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. The Rev. Chris Anderson will officiate. Interment will be at Gateway Memory Park.
The family will receive friends 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Sunday and 12-2 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.
Online condolences may be made to the family at barrettfh.com.
Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland.
Wayne Julian “W.J.” Sims: Obituary
Obituaries November 23, 2019
Wayne Julian “W.J.” Sims, age 83 of Cleveland, passed away on Thursday, November 21, 2019.
Mr. Sims was born on August 5, 1936, in White County, to the late Arvil and Grovie Vandiver Sims. He was a retired, self-employed carpenter and a member of the Cleveland Worship Center. Mr. Sims was preceded in death by his sister, Janice Wright; brother, Kenneth Sims.
Survivors include his wife, Charlotte Denton Sims; sons and daughters-in-law, Michael and Jeanie Sims, Cleveland, Daniel and Joan Sims, Cleveland, and Christopher and Melanie Sims, Clarkesville; grandchildren, Anthony Sims, Kriston Sims Mauldin, Suzanne Sims Harris, Amelia Sims, Andrew Sims, Vicky Morris, Charlotte Sims, Eli Sims, Emery Sims, Emmet Sims, Elsie Sims, and Evan Sims; sister, Patricia Sutton, Helen; brother, Terry Sims, Helen; 12 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great grandchild.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Saturday, November 23, 2019 at the Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. The Rev. Marc Turner will officiate. Interment will follow at Gateway Memory Park.
The family will receive friends from 4:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M. Friday at the funeral home.
To share a memory or to leave a condolence, please visit www.barrettfh.com
Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland.
James Carlton Howard: Obituary
Obituaries November 6, 2019
Mr. James Carlton Howard age 60 of Cleveland passed away Sunday, November 3, 2019.
Mr. Howard was born on September 13, 1959, in Gainesville, GA, to the late Carl Thomas Howard and Dorothy Frances Helton Howard. He was a member of Welcome Home Baptist Church in Gillsville, GA. In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by his brothers, Billy Ray Howard and Randall Howard.
Survivors include his sisters and brothers-in-law, Donna and Richard Pass, and Glenda and Phillip Dispain; sister, Rachel Howard; brothers and sisters-in-law, Larry and Patsy Howard, and Richard and Jane Howard; numerous nieces and nephews also survive.
The family would like to express their gratitude to James’ caregivers, Richard and Donna Pass.
Memorial services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Thursday, November 7, 2019 at the Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. The Rev. Mike Gaines, the Rev. Bobby Jones, and the Rev. Royce Winters will officiate.
The family will receive friends from 11:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M. Thursday, prior to the memorial service, at the funeral home.
To share a memory or to leave a condolence please visit www.barrettfh.com
Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland.
Shelton Merritt III: Obituary
Obituaries October 2, 2019
Shelton Merritt III, age 69, of Sautee-Nacoochee, passed away on Monday, September 30th, 2019.
He was born on September 9th, 1950 and is survived by his mother, Maryalice Sly and two sisters, Jo Cedola and Judith Gessleman. Shelton worked as a police officer and homicide detective in Miami-Dade for over twenty years and retired to a peaceful cabin in Georgia. He was very well loved by friends and family, and always one for a good story.
Private services are being held with close family and friends.
The family would like to thank Carol Magness who ministered great love, kindness, and friendship during Shelton’s illness.
To share a memory or to leave a condolence for the family please visit www.barrettfh.com.
Barrett Funeral Home, Cleveland, GA.
James Harold Walden, Jr: Obituary
Obituaries September 20, 2019
James Harold Walden, Jr., age 62 of Clermont, passed away on Friday, September 20, 2019.
Mr. Walden was born on March 25, 1957, in Gainesville, Georgia, to the late James Harold Walden, Sr. and the late Bessie Irene Jarrard. James worked for the Georgia Department of Transportation, was retired from the Duluth post office, and was a member of Skitts Mountain Baptist Church.
Survivors include his wife of 41 years, Nancy Walden, Clermont; son and daughter-in-law, Jason and Natasha Jenkins, Clermont; daughter and son-in-law, Pamela and Joey Lindsey, Cleveland; grandchildren, Tyler and Stella Lindsey, Cassie Lindsey, Alyssa Jenkins, Kaylee Jenkins, Jenna Brooke Jenkins, and Andrew Jenkins; great grandchildren, Rob Lindsey and Mila Lindsey; sisters and brothers-in-law, Phyliss and David Sullens, Johnnie Sue and Jeff Cowart; brothers and sisters-in-law, Ricky and Robbie Walden, Jason and Missy Walden; several nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Sunday, September 22, 2019 at Skitts Mountain Baptist Church. The Rev. Kyle Savage will officiate. Interment will follow at Skitts Mountain Baptist Church cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 4:00 – 8:00 P.M. Saturday at the funeral home.
To share a memory or to leave a condolence please visit www.barrettfh.com
Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland
Terry Pressley Grier: Obituary
Obituaries September 17, 2019
Mr. Terry Pressley Grier, age 53, of Cleveland, passed away Sunday, September 15, 2019.
Mr. Grier was born in Habersham County, was a graduate of Habersham Central High School and was employed by Kubota.
Survivors include wife, Karen Grier, Cleveland; son, Josh Garrett, Cleveland; daughter, Christina Garrett; mother, Mamie Arrowood Croy; father, David Grier; sisters and brothers-in-law, Peggy and Luther Mize and Mary Jane and Wesley Roberson; 5 grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews.
Memorial services are scheduled for 2 PM Thursday, September 19, 2019 from the Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. The Rev. Brandon Hester will officiate.
The family will receive friends from 12 Noon- 2 PM Thursday prior to the service.
To share a memory or leave a condolence, visit barrettfh.com.