Hope Merryn Dover: Obituary

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Hope Merryn Dover

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.

Robert Douglas Black: Obituary

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Robert D Black

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.

Nancy Patricia Dupray: Obituary

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Nancy Patricia Dupray

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.

Nancy Ballard Droege: Obituary

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Nancy Ballard Droege

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: Obituary

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Katie Lou Parson

OCTOBER 25, 1937 ~ OCTOBER 22, 2018 (AGE 80)

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

Doris Wesley Dockery: Obituary

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Doris Wesley Dockery, age 78 of Dahlonega, passed away on Monday, October 22, 2018.

Mr. Dockery was born on January 24, 1940, in Dahlonega, Georgia, to the late Wesley and Martha Lou Etris Dockery. He was a farmer and a member of Town Creek Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon and Sunday school treasurer for many years. He loved his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. They were his pride and joy. Mr. Dockery was preceded in death by his brother, Donald and Sara and Norma Jean Dockery; sister and brother-in-law, Bobbie and J.T. Garrison; sister-in-law, Mae Dockery.

Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Betty Jean Helton Dockery, Dahlonega; son and daughter-in-law, Jeffery and Wanda Dockery, Dahlonega; daughter and son-in-law, Penny and Charles Dixon, Dahlonega; grandchildren, Kevin and Jenny Dockery, Dahlonega, and Chanda and Sumner Harris, Birmingham, AL; great-grandchildren, Kylee Dockery, Keegan Dockery, and Coleman Dockery; sisters and brothers-in-law, Eunice and Johnny Ledford, Dahlonega, and Loudeen and Tommy England, Lula; brothers and sisters-in-law, Doyal and Linda Dockery, Dahlonega and Billy and Betty Dockery, Dahlonega; brother, Dorsey Dockery, Blairsville.

Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, October 24, 2018 at Town Creek Baptist Church. The Rev. Phillip Robinson, the Rev. Darin Cain, and the Rev. Roger Dunagan will officiate. Interment will follow in the church cemetery with Rev. Casey Robinson officiating.

The family will receive friends from 2:00 – 8:00 P.M. Tuesday at the funeral home.

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

Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland

Now Hiring – FYN Sports Director

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TeamFYNSports   FetchYourNews.com   FYNTV.com ~ Georgia / North Carolina

 

●      If you’re looking to work for an organization that is growing every day, month and year, FetchYourNews.com is the place for you!

 

FYN is seeking a professional who is seeking a Sports Director / Multi-Media Sports Reporter who will be responsible for planning and editing content which drives audience growth, push growth on social media platforms, and recruiting.  This person will supervise a team of reporters and have decision making authority on when stories are posted. Position will lead for content and supervise content producers and reporters covering high school & college sports.

Qualified candidates must share our vision of producing and reporting coverage of local sports that stands out as being informative and entertaining for fans and non-fans alike. We cover all teams in our coverage area including area College teams.  Coverage may include motor sports (NASCAR, local racing), local prep sports and community events. Our Sports Director is responsible for organizing coverage, producing, and publishing local sports coverage including special news segment on High School – Game Night on all of our platforms.  Manage workflow and distribution/scheduling of content on social media.  Collaborates effectively with others, along with communicate and work effectively with a team of sports journalists to give a complete picture of sports coverage in designated areas.

The ideal candidate is the following:

●       1 to 2 years of digital journalism experience

●      Knowledge of sports / Entrepreneurial personality who strives to achieve big things and grow with a company. We don’t assign story ideas but expect coverage of all sports. We give the platform, but it’s up to the contributor’s hard work and commitment whether or not he/she succeeds and grows with us.

●      Social Media savvy – Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Reddit, Flipboard, etc.

●      Knowledge of Search Engine Optimization

●      Proficiency with WordPress.

●      Experienced with deadlines

 

If our expectations and growing talent-based network is a place you feel strongly about applying, please submit your resume, cover letter and two recently unpublished writing samples in your application.

[email protected]

 Job Type: Contract

Required experience:

●      digital journalism: 1 year

●      Search Engine Optimization: 1 year

●      Sports Writing: 1 year

“Ask the Doc” with Dr. Whaley – Food Additives, Leg Weights, & Working Out Outside

Health

BKP and Katy sat down with Dr. Whaley today and discussed several interesting topics.

The viewer questions Dr. Whaley addressed in today’s “Ask the Doc” segment are:

  • Do food additives affect my health?  Anything additives in particular I should avoid?
  • Would it be better for me to walk with ankle weights?
  • I like to exercise outside when it’s nice but is the air/pollen bad for me?

If you have questions for our doctor e-mail them to [email protected] or 706-889-9700

We would like to thank Georgia Cancer Specialist for sponsoring this segment!

What’s up with the United Nations?

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Sissine discusses personal beliefs regarding Israel’s rights to Jerusalem and the peculiar agenda displayed in the Charter of the United Nations.

Realism in a Real World

Politics, Videos

Sissine discusses international relations theories, realism and liberalism. Emphasizing the importance that America remain a realist state.

Andrew Breitbart and exposing ACORN

Politics

Andrew Breitbart was a Conservative activist, journalist, author, editor, radio personality and the list goes on. He understood the Left so much so that he knew exactly how to intimidate the Left. Breitbart even referred to John Podesta as his mortal enemy. He also supported the exposure of corruption of ACORN that catalyzed the downfall of its reputation and ensuing bankruptcy. You can watch the documentary, Hating Breitbart, to better understand who he was and what his legacy stands for today. It was reported that he died from natural causes on 1 March 2012, and the peculiar timing of his death has sparked much speculation.

What’s up with the United Nations?

Videos

Sissine discusses personal beliefs regarding Israel’s rights to Jerusalem and the peculiar agenda displayed in the Charter of the United Nations.

Andrew Breitbart and exposing ACORN

Politics

Andrew Breitbart was a Conservative activist, journalist, author, editor, radio personality and the list goes on. He understood the Left so much so that he knew exactly how to intimidate the Left. Breitbart even referred to John Podesta as his mortal enemy. He also supported the exposure of corruption of ACORN that catalyzed the downfall of its reputation and ensuing bankruptcy. You can watch the documentary, Hating Breitbart, to better understand who he was and what his legacy stands for today. It was reported that he died from natural causes on 1 March 2012, and the peculiar timing of his death has sparked much speculation.

Snowden: A Hero or a Traitor

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Is Snowden a hero or a traitor? The NSA Stellar Wind program violated constitutional rights. Why is an American, who is revealing an illegal program, punished? Edward is still in asylum in Russia. Will Trump compromise with Snowden when Putin hands over Snowden?

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