John Lynn Burrow: Obituary
Obituaries October 17, 2018
John Lynn BurrowMay 27, 1942 – October 13, 2018
It is with great sadness that the family of John Lynn Burrow, age 76, of Cleveland announces his death on October 13, 2018 following period of declining health.
Born May 27, 1942 in Littlefield, Texas John Burrow was the son of the late Brent and Mildred Burrow. He attended West Texas State University, where he studied business. After college, he enjoyed a long business career with General Electric Credit Corporation, The Flower Gallery Florist and Primrose Oil.
A man of sincere faith, John Burrow was a member of Cleveland First Baptist Church. He had a gift of making everyone around him feel comfortable, loved and heard. Always kind and smiling, John was a hard worker who cared deeply, not only for his family, but for his friends as well.
He was a skilled fly fisherman and enjoyed employing his expertise in the beautiful streams of the Rocky Mountains, especially at Platoro, Colorado. He possessed the ability to envision, create, build, or repair many things.
John Burrow leaves behind his loving wife, best friend and partner for 55 years, Jeanavon Harper Burrow; daughter and son-in-law, Holly and Jon McArdle of Dallas, TX; daughter and son-in-law Julie and David Clark of Savannah, GA; and son and daughter-in-law, Jim and Anette Burrow of Craig, CO. He is also survived by a sister, Donna Kennedy of Canyon, TX; a brother and sister-in-law, Neal and Cindy Burrow of Amarillo, TX; six beloved grandsons: John and Will Burrow, Connor and Quinn McArdle, and Sam and Walter Clark; and two great-grandchildren Caleb and Brynn Lynn Burrow. He leaves behind in addition five nephews and their spouses and eleven great-nephews and great-nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother-in-law, Max Kennedy.
John Burrow made a better world for all who knew him, and his family feels especially blessed and thankful to have had him in each of their lives.
Memorial services will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, October 20, 2018 at The Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home with the Rev. Dennis Turner and the Rev. Bucky Erwin officiating.
The family will receive friends from 1-2 PM Saturday prior to the memorial service.
To share a memory or to send a condolence of Mr. Burrow, please visit www.barrettfh.com.
Barrett Funeral Home, Cleveland.
Laura Christen Reese: Obituary
Obituaries October 17, 2018
February 27, 1979 – October 07, 2018
Laura Christen Reese, age 39 of Cleveland, passed away on Saturday, October 6, 2018.
Ms. Reese was born on February 27, 1979, in Fulton County, to Rance Reese and Linda Casteel Kennedy. She was the owner and operator of Artistry of Hair by Christen, located in Cleveland.
Survivors include her daughter, Megan Osborne, Cleveland; father and step mother, Rance and Donna Reese, Sautee; mother and step-father, Linda and Mike Kennedy, Corneila; sisters, Ansley Reese, Colorado Springs, CO, Jessica Miller, Cornelia; brothers, Michael Joiner (Nellie), Cleveland, Jeremy Joiner (Jenny), Alpharetta; maternal grandfather, Fred Casteel, Riverdale; paternal grandmother, Doretha Reese, Johns Creek; as well as a host of additional relatives.
Memorial services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Friday, October 12, 2018 at the Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. Mr. Brian Alexander will officiate.
The family will receive friends from 12:00 – 2:00 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.
Elbert “Berlin” Wike: Obituary
Business, Obituaries October 17, 2018
Cleveland Funeral Home announces the death of Mr. Elbert “Berlin” Wike, age 90 of Cleveland, Georgia. Mr. Wike passed away on October 16, 2018 at Gateway Health and Rehab. Mr. Wike was born on April 27, 1928 to the late CG Wike Sr. and the late Ida Mae Black Wike. Being born and raised in Cleveland, Berlin enjoyed many things, including hunting the mountains for deer, spending time with his family, long rides over Tray Mountain, and most importantly, serving his community by towing broken down cars for people and also putting people into a new car from the dealership he owned for many years- Wikes Used Cars. Berlins small town claim to fame was in 1977 when he was the “Star” of Smokey and The Bandit where he acted out the part as the tow truck driver. Of all of the amazing things that Berlin was a part of in his lifetime, he would mostly like to be remembered as an amazing Father, Grandfather, and Great Grandfather and a man of God.
In addition to his parents, Berlin is preceded in death by 7 siblings, Willene Wike, Lawrence Wike, Myrtle Wheeler, Lorene Thomason, CG Wike Jr., Winnell Anderson, and Christine McCollum.
He is also preceeded in death by a son, Randy Wike, of Oakwood.
Berlin is survived by his loving wife of many years, Robbie “Bobbie”Bush Wike, of Cleveland; Son, Ricky (Toni) Wike of Cleveland; Daughter in law, Robyn Wike, of Oakwood; Daughter Michelle (Douglas) Waters of Cleveland. Sisters, Louise Piano of Florida, Imogene Autry of Cleveland, and Yvonne Hix of Alabama. Grandchildren, Rick Wike, Jordan Wike, Taylor Wike, and Derek Lindeborg. Great Grandchildren, Faith Blaisedell, Shawn Lindeborg, and Bailee Lindeborg. Great Great Grandchildren, Parker Blaisedell, Elizabeth Blaisedell, and Raylen Lindeborg that is due to make an arrival any day now.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, October 20, 2018 at 12 P.M. in the Chapel of Cleveland Funeral Home with Pastor Betty Wilson of Emmanuel Gospel Fellowship officiating. A visitation will be held on the same day from 10:30 A.M. – 12 P.M. Special music will be played by Taylor Wike.
The family of Mr. Wike would like to send a huge “Thank You” to the staff at Gateway Health and Rehab, in particularly, Mrs. Cindy Holbrooks.
In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Michelle Waters and can be mailed to 83 Underwood Farm Road, Cleveland, Georgia.
Cleveland Funeral Home of Cleveland Ga is in charge of all arrangements.
Lois Irene Dorsey: Obituary
Obituaries October 3, 2018
Lois Irene Dorsey, age 94, of Helen, passed away Monday, October 1, 2018.
Mrs. Dorsey was born January 20, 1924 in Lumpkin County, Georgia to Jordan and Marie Adams Pharris. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brothers, JC Pharris, Clyde Pharris, and a sister, Carrie Lee Pharris Sims, her son, Rondall C. Dorsey, her grandson, Wallace Jay Ferguson and the father of her children, Wallace Dorsey.
As a child she attended Dukes Creek Baptist Church, Center Baptist Church and Chattahoochee Methodist Church. She was a waitress for over 50 years and was beloved by all.
Survivors include son and daughter in law, Robert and Louise Dorsey, Cleveland; daughter and son in law, Beulah Mae and Jay Ferguson, Helen; grandchildren, Rhonda and Lamar Hester, Greg and Kristi Dorsey, Jed Ferguson and Fiancé Angie Huff, Calista Bryson and Fiancé Rev. Ted Armour, Angela and Allan Caldwell, Regenia Pimintel, and Vernon and Linda Magness; great-grandchildren, Brandon and Kimberly Hester, Brittany and Zach Wallace, Graylon Bryson, Alexandria Ferguson, Levi Dorsey, Tanya and Andres Marcos, Jordyn Autry and Jack Autry; great-great granddaughter, Zoe Isabella Hester; brother and sister in law, Mitchell and Jennifer Pharris, Sautee; special friends, Loretta Cantrell and Jerry Copp; and her Hospice family Devra, Rebecca and Myra.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2 PM Thursday, October 4, 2018 from the Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. The Rev. Brandon Hester will officiate. Interment will follow in Helen Robertstown Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 2-4 and 6-8 PM Wednesday, October 3, 2018 at the funeral home.
To share a memory or condolence for the family, please visit barrettfh.com.
Rosemary Thompson: Obituary
Obituaries October 3, 2018
Rosemary Thompson, age 67 of Newnan, formerly of Atlanta, passed away on Wednesday, September 26, 2018.
Ms. Thompson was born on June 2, 1951, in Atlanta, Georgia, to the late James and Annie Ruby Curtis Thompson. She was a former receptionist for Peach State Ford Trucks. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, James C. Thompson.
Survivors include her brother and sister-in-law, Pat and Lynda Thompson, Bainbridge, GA; sister and brother-in-law, Sarah Thompson and Lee Muehlmann, Lake Ann Michigan; 5 nieces and nephews; 5 great nieces and nephews.
Graveside services are scheduled for 10:30 A.M. Monday, October 1, 2018 at Helen Robertstown Cemetery.
To share a memory or to leave a condolence, please visit www.barrettfh.com
Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland.
Paul Hubert Shahan: Obituary
Obituaries October 3, 2018
Mr. Paul Hubert Shahan, age 59, of Helen, passed away Saturday, September 22, 2018.
Mr. Shahan was born in Floyd County to the late Paul Dean (P.D.) and Mary Lou Selman Shahan. He was preceded in death by his parents and son, Charles Dean Shahan. Mr. Shahan graduated from Darlington School with high honors, was a Dean’s List Graduate of Georgia Tech in 1980, and was a member of Phi Kappa Tau Fraternity. He was a Statewide Manager for Georgia Power, retiring after 36 years of service. Mr. Shahan was a member of The Bridge Church, an avid fly fisherman and fly tyer, played guitar and “Loved to be a Yellow Jacket.”
Survivors include his wife of 38 years, Jody Shahan, Helen; sons, Paul Michael (Michael) Shahan and James (Jamie) Davidson Shahan; mother in law, Mrs. Charlie Davidson; In Laws, Greg Davidson, Sautee Nacoochee and Mike and Missy Davidson, Marietta; nieces and nephew, Chase Davidson, Captain Tedi Davidson, USMC, Mackalie Davidson, Mackenzie Davidson, and Lindie Davidson.
Memorial services are scheduled for 4:30 PM Friday, September 28, 2018 at The Bridge Church. The Rev. Patrick Ballington will officiate.
A time for sharing memories with family and friends and a reception will immediately follow the service.
To share a memory of Mr. Shahan or to send a condolence, please visit barrettfh.com.
Barrett Funeral Home, Cleveland.
Carolyn Smith Moorman: Obituary
Obituaries October 3, 2018
Cleveland Funeral Home of Cleveland, Georgia announces the death of Mrs. Carolyn Smith Moorman, age 81 of Cleveland who passed away peacefully at her home on September 28, 2018.
Mrs. Moorman was born in Johnson County on January 8, 1937 to the late James Harold Smith and the late Sally Stephens. Carolyn and her husband Wyndal have resided in White County for the last 28 years, after relocating here from Laurens County. While in Laurens County, Carolyn worked for the school system as a Lunch Room worker.
In addition to both parents, Mrs. Moorman is Preceded in death by a son, Michael Moorman. In addition to her loving husband Wyndal Moorman, she is survived by a Daughter, Karen Runyan of Cleveland; Brother, Harry Smith of Dublin; Grandchildren, Anson Rountree and Caroline Shillingburg. She is also survived by 5 Great Grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held on Monday, October 1, 2018 at 2:00 P.M. in Westview Cemetery in Wrightsville, Georgia.
Cleveland Funeral Home of Cleveland, Georgia is in charge of all arrangements.
2721 Highway 129 South Cleveland, Georgia 305258 706.865.1500
www.cleveland-funeralhome.com
White County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 09/21 to 09/28
Arrest Reports October 1, 2018
Arrest report provided by the White County Sheriff’s Office. The Georgia Open Records Act (O.C.G.A. 35-01-18) allows for www.fetchyournews.com to obtain and post the arrest records of any and all individuals arrested in White County Georgia. Those arrests are posted on www.fetchyournews.com for viewing pleasure. Please remember that all individuals listed have been arrested and charged, however, they are presumed innocent until guilt has been proven in a court of law.
4th of July Events
Community June 29, 2017
Annual 4th of July Fireworks – July 4, 2017 – 9:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Website: http://www.helenga.org
Event Description:
Come see Helen’s annual display of fireworks! View the beautiful show from the south side of Helen near the tubing companies. Fireworks begin at dusk.
Location: Alpine Village Shoppes 8016 S. Main St. Helen, GA 30545
