Frankie “Jimmie” C. Turner: Obituary
Obituaries December 27, 2018
July 27, 1922 – December 21, 2018
Mrs. Frankie “Jimmie” Turner, age 96 of Cleveland, passed away on Friday, December 21, 2018 surrounded by her loving family.
“Mama Turner” was born July 27, 1922 in Towns County to the late Loyd McKinney and Maude Presley McKinney. She was the oldest living member of Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Otis James Turner and her sisters Lougene Garrett, Ethel England, and Helen Adkins.
“Who can find a virtuous woman? For her price is far above rubies.” Proverbs 31:10 KJV
Survivors include her sons and daughters in law James and Fanchion Turner and Jarrell and Bonita Turner; her daughters and sons in law Joyce and Harlen Robinson, Janice Sutton, Juliette and Jr. York, all of Cleveland, JoAnne and Marvin Martin, Dahlonega. She is also survived by 13 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren, and 6 great-great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held 2:00 P.M Sunday, December 23, 2018 at Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church with the Rev. Phillip Robinson, Rev. Jack Pilcher, and Rev. Keith York officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Cemetery with the Rev. Ronnie Dockery and Rev. Wayne Turk officiating.
The family will receive friends on Saturday from 4-8 P.M at Barrett Funeral Home.
The family would also like to extend a special thank you to her caregivers Laurie Kacak and Halcyon Hospice for their loving care and kindness.
To share a memory of Mrs. Turner or to leave a condolence please visit www.barrettfh.com
Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland.
Ruby Louise Skelton: Obituary
Obituaries December 27, 2018
November 05, 1932 – December 18, 2018
Ruby Louise Skelton, age 86 of Cleveland, passed away Tuesday, December 18, 2018. Mrs. Skelton was born in Cleveland, Georgia to the late Charlie Spencer Dyer and Ella London Dyer. She was a member at Union Grove Congregational Holiness Church.
Mrs. Skelton is survived by her husband Raymond Skelton of Cleveland; her daughters Diane Gragg of Cleveland, Doris (Larry) Atkins of Cleveland, and Denise (Steve) Gilbert of Lula. She is also survived by her brother Ray (Marilyn) Dyer of Lewisburg, Ohio and her grandchildren Rev. Anthony Tatum, Lance Tatum, Kayla Ashworth, Kimberly Atkins, Cody Lowe, and Walker Gilbert.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M Friday, December 21, 2018 at Union Grove Congregational Holiness Church with the Rev. Paul Flynn, Rev. Anthony Tatum, and Rev. Gary Heffner officiating. Interment will follow at Zion Interdenominational Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 5:00-9:00 P.M Thursday, December 20 at Barrett Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers please consider donations to the American Cancer Society at P.O. Box 22478 Oklahoma City, OK 73123 or 1-800-227-2345.
To share a memory of Mrs. Skelton or to send a condolence please visit www.barrettfh.com
Barrett Funeral Home, Cleveland.
Claude Oscar Warwick: Obituary
Obituaries December 18, 2018
December 15, 1938 – December 15, 2018
Claude Oscar Warwick, age 80 of Gainesville, passed away Saturday, December 15, 2018.
Mr. Warwick was born March 26, 1938 in White County to the late Oscar Bryan Warwick and Ivory Jackson Warwick. Mr. Warwick was a retired auto mechanic. In addition to his parents and stepmother Marie Brown Warwick, he was preceded in death by his wife, Annie Cleveland, daughter, Lisa Williamson, brothers, Willie Warwick and George Warwick.
Survivors include his granddaughter and husband, Nikki Williamson Nulisch and Judson Nulisch, Gainesville; son-in-law Tim Williamson, Gainesville; sisters, Patricia Weidner, Dahlonega; Evelyn Freeman, Cornelia; Brenda Reed, Cleveland; brother, Edward Warwick, Smyrna.
No services are planned at this time.
To share a memory or to leave a condolence please visit www.barrettfh.com.
Barrett Funeral Home, Cleveland.
Ralph Donald Hadaway, Jr.: Obituary
Obituaries December 18, 2018
February 17, 1959 – December 04, 2018
Ralph Donald Hadaway, Jr., age 59 of Clarkesville, passed away on Tuesday, December 4, 2018.
Mr. Hadaway was born on February 17, 1959, in Atlanta, Georgia, to the late Ralph Donald Hadaway, Sr. and Sequel Abbott Hadaway. Poppy Don enjoyed traveling. He was a truck driver for 25 years. He enjoyed music, good food, and good times. He enjoyed coffee on the porch and the quietness he found at home in the mountains. He was very fond of his dog, Moose.
Survivors include his wife, Peggy Abernathy Hadaway, Clarkesville, GA; sons, Levi Hadaway, Ila, GA, and Wade Hadaway, Gainesville, GA; daughters, Mandy Timberlake, Clarkesville, GA, and LeeOla Williams, Cleveland, GA; 16 grandchildren.
Private services will be held at a later date.
To share a memory or to leave a condolence, please visit www.barrettfh.com
Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland
James “Jim” Rice: Obituary
Obituaries November 26, 2018
April 17, 1929 – November 21, 2018
James K. Rice, age 89 of Johns Creek formerly of Cleveland, GA and East Point, GA, passed away Wednesday, November 21, 2018.
Mr. Rice was born April 17, 1929 in Mercer County, Pennsylvania to the late Fredrick and Sara Orr Rice. James worked at Reed Manufacturing and JM Tull. Mr. Rice was a Veteran of the United States Navy and served during the Korean War, and was a member of Cleveland First Baptist Church and Dogwood Hills Baptist Church. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Ann Burdett Rice, brothers, William Rice, Robert Rice and sister, Elizabeth Rice.
Survivors include his daughters and sons-in-law, Patricia Rice Fowle and Robert Fowle, Smyrna; Glenda Rice Reed and Ed Reed, Treasure Island, FL; brother, Richard Rice; sister, Marian Rice Townes; grandson, William Reed; numerous nieces and nephews also survive.
Memorial services are scheduled for 2:00 PM Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at The Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. The Rev. Bucky Erwin and the Rev. Dennis Turner will officiate.
The family will receive friends from 1-2 PM Tuesday prior to the services.
In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Cleveland First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 250 Cleveland, GA 30528.
To share a memory or to leave a condolence please visit www.barrettfh.com.
Barrett Funeral Home, Cleveland.
Winford Loy York: Obituary
Obituaries November 26, 2018
October 09, 1930 – November 15, 2018
Winford (Loy) York stepped into eternity on Thursday, November 15 at 4:53 a.m.
He was born in White County Georgia to Dilmas and Maggie Chastain York on October 9, 1930. His late wife was Betty Sue Taylor York of Hiawassee, Georgia.
Mr. York has four children, Joyce Thaxton, Kathy Davila, Rick York and Randy York. He has five grandchildren, Danielle Thaxton, Brandon York, Nicholas York, the late Michael Grant Davila, Dustin York; and two great grandchildren, Braeden and Allie York. He also has two sons-in-law, Dan Thaxton and Michael Davila.
A Graveside service will be held Saturday, November 17, 2018 at 12:30 PM at Gateway Memory Park.
The family will receive guests for viewing at 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon on Saturday, November 17, 2018 at Barrett Funeral Home in Cleveland, Georgia.
To share a memory or to leave a condolence please visit www.barrettfh.com
Barrett Funeral Home, Cleveland.
Dustin Mark Dyer: Obituary
Obituaries November 1, 2018
January 02, 1989 – October 29, 2018
Dustin Mark Dyer, age 29 of Cleveland, passed away on Monday, October 29, 2018.
Mr. Dyer was born on January 2, 1989, in Gainesville, Georgia, to Bobby Ray Dyer, Jr. and Leah Vandiver Barrett. Dustin worked in maintenance at Mountain Lakes and was member of Old Nacoochee Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his brother, Ralph Dyer; grandfathers, Jerry Vandiver and Bobby Dyer, Sr.; great grandmother, Lela Hopper.
Survivors include his fiancé, Branka Metz, Cleveland; daughter, Evelyn Lela Dyer, Cleveland; mother, Leah Vandiver Barrett, Cleveland; father, Bobby Ray Dyer, Jr.; grandmothers, Wanda Vandiver, Cleveland, and Paulette Dyer, Carnesville; sisters, Kaley Barrett and Ashley Dyer, both of Cleveland; brother, Matthew Dyer, Cleveland; nephew, Aidyn Barrett, Cleveland; aunt, Shalisha Dyer, Carnesville; other aunts and uncles also survive.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Saturday, November 3, 2018 at Old Nacoochee Baptist Church. The Rev. Doug Merck and the Rev. Joel Shadburn will officiate. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 4:00-7:00 P.M. Friday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, donation can be made to Egelston Children’s Hospital – 1405 Clifton Road, Atlanta, Georgia 30322.
To share a memory or to leave a condolence, please visit www.barrettfh.com
Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland.
John Michael Wayne Vega: Obituary
Obituaries October 23, 2018
October 20, 2018
, age 28 of Dahlonega, passed away on Saturday, October 20, 2018.
Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland
Dennese Stringfellow: Obituary
Obituaries October 17, 2018
July 11, 1964 – October 11, 2018
Dennese Stringfellow, age 54 of Cleveland, passed away on Thursday, the 11th of October , 2018.
Ms.Stringfellow was born on July 11, 1964 in Demorest, Georgia to Jesse Lee Richardson and the late Jasolene Sutton Richardson. She worked in finance, though her passions were helping and encouraging people. She was a loved member of the Cleveland Seventh Day Adventist Church. She was a loving daughter and sister, as well as a great friend to many, but her most proud title of all was Mother. Her beautiful voice touched the hearts of many. Her kindness and loving personality brought light to those around her. That light will continue to shine brightly on the lives that she touched throughout her life. For these reasons she will be remembered.
Survivors include her daughter, Jazmine Marie Stringfellow , of Gainesville, Georgia; son, Christian Kevon Stringfellow, of Ogden, Utah; sisters April Richardson and Angie Richardson, both of Cleveland, Georgia; father Jesse Lee Richardson, of Statham, Georgia.
Memorial services are scheduled for 1:00 PM Wednesday, October 17, 2018 at The Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. Pastor Richard Pinero will officiate.
To share a memory or to leave a condolence, please visit: www.barrettfh.com
Latrelle Nix Edwards: Obituary
Obituaries October 17, 2018
January 19, 1945 – October 10, 2018
Latrelle Nix Edwards, age 73, of Cleveland, passed away Wednesday, October 10, 2018.
Mrs. Edwards was born in Hall County and lived most of her life in Cleveland. She was a retired White County School Teacher and a member of Cleveland First Baptist Church. Mrs. Edwards was preceded in death by her father, John L. Nix.
Survivors include son, Chris Edwards, Cleveland; daughter and son-in-law, Fran and Salvador Barcenas, Gainesville; mother, Sarah Highsmith Nix, Gainesville; grandchildren, Payton Edwards, Christian Edwards, Brycen Garrett, and Hudson Garrett; brothers and sisters-in-law, Ken and Cathy Nix, Gainesville and Ed and Betty Nix, Greenville, SC; and a number of nieces and nephews.
Funeral services are scheduled for 11am Saturday, October 13, 2018 from the Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. The Rev. Bucky Erwin and Rev. Dennis Turner will officiate.
The family will receive friends from 5-8pm Friday, October 12, 2018 at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Cleveland First Baptist Church: PO Box 250, Cleveland, GA 30528.
To share a memory or condolence with the family, visit www.barrettfh.com.
Barrett Funeral Home, Cleveland.
Annie McColl Lay: Obituary
Obituaries October 17, 2018
April 30, 1936 – October 09, 2018
Mrs. Annie McColl Lay, age 72, of Cleveland, passed away Tuesday, October 9, 2018.
Mrs. Lay was born in Glasgow, Scotland to the late James and Mary Bowman Thomson. She was a retired Social Work with the State of Georgia. Mrs. Lay had many hobbies, and loved to garden, travel and read.
Survivors include husband, Jackie Beasley, Cleveland; daughters, Brandy Neesmith, Griffin, and Jessica and Steven Peace, Athens; son, Steve and Laurie Lesan, Fairhaven, Vermont; grandchildren, Nick Neesmith, Brandon Neesmith, Taylor Lesan, Emily Queen, and Jason Queen; and great-grandson, Brantley Neesmith.
Private services will be held at a later date.
To share a memory or condolence, please visit barrettfh.com.
Barrett Funeral Home, Cleveland.
Donald Ray Finley: Obituary
Obituaries October 3, 2018Donald Ray Finley, age 64 of Demorest passed away peacefully at his home on September 17, 2018.
Donald was born in Gainesville, Georgia on June 7, 1954 to Margret Parker and the late John Finley. In addition to his mother, he is survived by the love of his life, Pam Finley. He is also survived by a twin sister; Kay (David) Chambers of Maysville. Sister; Mickey Finley of Gainesville. Children; Johnathan (Taylor) Barnes of Demorest, Homer Barnes of Demorest, Michael (Crystal) Finley of Cleveland, Alyssa Finley of Gainesville and Kim Finley of Gainesville. Grandchildren RJ Finley, Amber Finley, and 6 others.
It was Mr. Finley’s wishes to be cremated and a memorial service is scheduled for Friday September 21, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at Old Nacoochee Baptist Church with Rev. Joel Shadburn officiating. In Lieu of flower the family has asked for donation to be made to St. Judes Children’s hospital.
Cleveland Funeral Home in Cleveland, Georgia is in charge of all arrangements.
2721 Highway 129 South Cleveland, Georgia 30528 706.865.1500 www.cleveland-funeralhome.com
Derryl Jenneane Nolan: Obituary
Obituaries November 10, 2019
Cleveland Funeral Home announces that Derryl Jenneane Nolan age 79 of Cleveland, Ga passed away on November 6, 2019. She is survived by her sister and brother-in-law Ebbon and Bill Stanley of Warner Robbins, Ga. She is also survived by a great friend, Joan Rochester. It was Mrs. Nolans wishes to be cremated. A memorial service will be held at a later date in middle Georgia.
To send flowers to Derryl’s family, please visit our floral section.
Alice May Reinshagen: Obituary
Obituaries November 6, 2019
Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland announces the death of Mrs. Alice May Reinshagen, age 98, of Cleveland. Mrs. Reinshagen passed away Wednesday, November 6, 2019. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later.
Donald Lee Sherman Jr: Obituary
Obituaries October 2, 2019
Cleveland Funeral Home & Cremation Services announces that Donald Lee Sherman Jr, 58, of Cleveland, GA passed away on Monday, September 30, 2019. Donald was born in Seattle, Washington on December 27, 1960 to the late Donald Sherman and Mrs. Shelby Carpenter Sherman. He is survived by his mother, Shelby Sherman; Children, Sabrina (Robert) Sloat of Cornelia, Steven Sherman of Cleveland, Shawn (Shea) Sherman of Sautee, and Samantha Sherman of Tennessee; Sister, Denise Sherman of Cleveland; Brother, Jerry (Sandy) Sherman of Indiana; and Grandchildren, Ian Sloat and Maddox Sherman. It was Mr. Shermans wishes to be cremated. A private service will be held for the family.