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.
Jerry Wayne Abernathy: Obituary
Obituaries October 9, 2018
Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland announces the death of Mr. Jerry Wayne Abernathy, Sr., age 72, of Alto, formerly of Cleveland.
Mr. Abernathy was born in White County on March 12, 1946 to Ethel Shelnut Abernathy and the late Sherman Abernathy. He was preceded in death by father, and brothers, Tony Abernathy, Edward Abernathy, and David Abernathy. Mr. Abernathy was a farmer and attended Zion Interdenominational Church.
He is survived by his wife, Mae Abernathy of Alto; daughters, Hannah Abernathy, Demorest, Becky Abernathy, Demorest, and Elizabeth Williams, Cornelia; sons, Jerry Wayne Abernathy, Jr., Alto, David Abernathy (Brenda), Alto, and Dale Abernathy, Toccoa; mother, Ethel Shelnut Abernathy, Cleveland; grandchildren, Contessa Williams, Chantelle Williams, Tiffany and Bryan Skelton, Haven Minish, and Nathan and Damien Abernathy; great-grandchildren, Harper Crue and Maren Millwood, Ian Abernathy, Tobias Abernathy, and Hunter Abernathy; sister and brother-in law, Linda and Jackie Crane, Cleveland and Peggy and Don Hadaway, Clarkesville; brothers and sisters-in law, Cecil and Sue Abernathy, Murrayville and Mitchell and Rita Abernathy, Cleveland; and brother, Garry Abernathy, Cleveland.
Funeral services are scheduled for 3 PM Tuesday, October 9, 2018 from the Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. The Rev. Gary Heffner, Rev. Robert Abernathy, and Rev. Clarence Reynolds will officiate. Interment will follow in Zion Interdenominational Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 5-7 PM Monday, October 8, 2018 at the funeral home.
To share a memory or condolence for the family, please visit barrettfh.com.
Barrett Funeral Home, Cleveland.
Phillip Gary Adams: Obituary
Obituaries October 3, 2018
Phillip Gary Adams, age 56 of Cleveland, passed away on Thursday, September 27, 2018.
Mr. Adams was born on March 22, 1962, in Jasper, Georgia, to Gary Claude Adams and the late Mildred Goude Adams. Phillip worked as a truck driver for Phil Mart Trucking. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Angela Ellington and Sandra Annette Whistler.
Survivors include his wife, Trudy Adams, Cleveland; daughter, Kimberly Adams, Cleveland; son, Matthew Adams, Cleveland; father and step-mother, Gary and Sharlotte Adams, Cleveland; sister, Patsy Ann Adamson, Cleveland; brother, Jonathan Adams, Forsyth, Georgia; grandchildren, Madison Adams and Mason Adams.
The family will receive friends from 4-6 PM Wednesday at the funeral home.
To share a memory or to leave a condolence, please visit www.barrettfh.com
Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland.
Jeanne Loggins Hulsey: Obituary
Obituaries October 3, 2018
Mrs. Jeanne Loggins Hulsey, age 75, of Cleveland, passed away Saturday, September 22, 2018.
Mrs. Hulsey was born in White County and retired from Lumite after 20 plus years as a Supervisor. She was preceded in death by father, Hammond Loggins and great-grandson Isaiah Nance Pea.
Survivors include husband, Fay Lance Hulsey, Cleveland; daughters and sons in law, Deborah and Paul Pasterak, Euharlee, GA and Stephanie and Chris Griffin, Houschton, GA; daughter, Jessica Patterson, Cleveland; mother, Alice Loggins, Cleveland; sister, Melba Matheson, Cleveland; 6 grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2 PM Wednesday, September 26, 2018 from the Chapel at Barrett Funeral Home. The Rev. Bryan Satterfield will officiate. Cremation will follow the ceremony.
The family will receive friends from 5-7 PM Tuesday, September 25, 2018 at the funeral home.
To share a memory of Mrs. Hulsey or to send a 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
Hubert Grady Loggins: Obituary
Obituaries August 10, 2018
Hubert Grady Loggins, age 76 of Cleveland, passed away on Tuesday, August 7, 2018.
Mr. Loggins was born on September 2, 1941, in Cleveland, Georgia, to the late H.W. and Cora Mae Lovell Loggins. He was a member of Zion Interdenominational Church and a veteran of the United States Navy. Mr. Loggins was preceded in death by his sisters, Annie Loggins and Hettie Jones; brothers, Cleburn Loggins, Van Loggins, Jerry Loggins, and Crawford Loggins.
Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Ida Thomas Loggins, Cleveland; daughter and son-in-law, Gina and Damon Westmoreland, Cleveland; son and daughter-in-law, Steve and Meg Loggins, Winder; granddaughters, Morgan, Katie, and Lilly; grandson, Jonah; great grandson, Bentley; sisters, Ella Humphries, Atlanta, Belle Sears, Dawsonville, Ruth Powell, Cleveland; brothers, Grover Loggins, Clarkesville, Jesse Loggins, Cleveland, Ralph Loggins, Cleveland, Larry Loggins, Virginia Beach, VA, Dale Loggins, Cleveland, David Loggins, Cleveland; numerous nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Friday, August 10, 2018 at the Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. The Rev. Paul Flynn and the Rev. Gary Heffner will officiate. Interment will follow at Union Grove Congregational Holiness Church.
The family will receive friends from 2-4 & 6-8 P.M. Thursday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the veterans charity of your choice.
To share a memory or leave a condolence, please visit www.barrettfh.com
John Perry Roberts: Obituary
Obituaries August 2, 2018
Mr. John Perry Roberts, age 69, of Demorest, passed away Tuesday, July 31, 2018. Mr. Roberts was born in 1949 to the late Harold “Happy” and Eula Henderson Roberts. He served in the U.S Army and was a member of VFW Post #7720 of Cornelia.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Roberts is preceded in death by his brothers Charles Daniel Roberts, Jerry Roberts, and Harold Roberts.
He is survived by his wife Karen Loggins Roberts of Demorest, his daughter and son-in-law Kim and Jason Myers of Demorest, and his son and daughter-in-law Charles Anthony and Michelle Roberts also of Demorest.
He is also survived by his sisters; Vivian Jarrard of Cleveland and Barbara Black of Cleveland, his brother Xavier Roberts of Gainesville, and his grandchildren Mason Dakota Roberts, Trey Phoenix Roberts, and Tatum Lee Myers.
Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 AM Saturday, August 4, 2018 at in The Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. Officiating will be Rev. Shane Jenkins, Kim Roberts, and Rev. Dave Fortner. Interment will follow at Blue Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends on Friday evening from 4-7 PM.
Flowers will be accepted or donations may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital at 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
To send a condolence or to share a memory of Mr. Roberts please visit www.barrettfh.com.
Barrett Funeral Home, Cleveland.
Donald “Donnie” Robert Palmer Westmoreland: Obituary
Obituaries August 2, 2018
Mr. Donald “Donnie” Robert Palmer Westmoreland, age 66 of Cleveland, passed away Friday, July 20, 2018. Mr. Westmoreland was born in White County to Lillian Lunsford Palmer Westmoreland and to the late Robert Palmer. Donald was a retired driver instructor for North Georgia Technical College and was a member of Mt. View Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Diann Westmoreland and father James Westmoreland.
He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Damon (Gina) Westmoreland of Cleveland, his mother Lillian Westmoreland of Cleveland, and his grandchildren Jonah Westmoreland and Lilly Westmoreland. He is also survived by his sisters and brothers-in-law, Connie (Dwayne) Turner; Katie (Tim) Turner and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00AM Tuesday, July 24, 2018 in the Chapel at Barrett Funeral Home with the Rev. Kevin Woody and Rev. Gary Heffner officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. View Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Mike Irvin officiating.
The family will receive friends from 2-4 and 6-8 PM Monday at the funeral home.
Flowers are optional or donations may be made to Mt. View Baptist Church at P.O. Box 2615, Cleveland, GA 30528 (706)-865-7727.
To send a condolence or to share a memory of Mr. Westmoreland please visit www.barrettfh.com.
Mary “Hazel” Barnes Ledford: Obituary
Obituaries July 6, 2018
Mrs. Mary “Hazel” Barnes Ledford, age 88 of Cleveland, passed away on Tuesday, July 3, 2018.
Mrs. Ledford was born in Habersham County, on February 25, 1930. She was the daughter of the late William Travis Barnes and Della Tomlin Barnes. Hazel retired from the Corneila Broom Company and she resided most of her life in Cleveland, Georgia.
Mrs. Ledford is survived by her husband of 64 years, Mr. Eugene Ledford, Cleveland; daughter, Wanda Payne, Clermont; son and daughter-in-law, Ronnie and Diane Ledford, Alto; daughter and son-in-law, Stanley and Connie Oliver, Clermont; brother, Mr. Faye Barnes; sister, Mrs. Tiny Stowe; 7 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; 2 great-great grandchildren.
Funeral services are scheduled for 12:00 P.M. Friday, July 6, 2018 at the Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. The Rev. Gary Heffner will officiate. Interment will follow at Mt. View Baptist Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 5-8 P.M. Thursday at the funeral home.
To share a memory or to leave a condolence, please visit www.barrettfh.com
Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland
Laquita Ruth Holland: Obituary
Obituaries June 29, 2018
Mrs. Laquita Ruth Holland, age 83, of Gainesville, passed away Tuesday, June 26, 2018.
Mrs. Holland was born on March 31, 1935 in Cleveland to the late Floyd and Ruth Rogers. She was a seamstress at Belk and a member of Dewberry Baptist Church #1. Mrs. Holland was preceded in death by parents, brother, James Rogers, sister, Floy Lee Crowe, and grandson, Jacky Ray Holland.
Survivors include son and daughter in law, Anthony and Anita Holland; daughter and son in law, Sabrina and Donald House; father of her children, Ray Holland; grandchildren, Jeana and Clint Pottinger, Kelly and Eric Johnson, Andy and Casey House; great grandchildren, Sarah Holland,Samantha Pottinger, Micah Johnson, Brie Johnson, Luke Johnson; great-great grandson, Bryson Pitts; sisters, Margarette Wiley, Angela Nix; and sister and brother in law, Becky and Steve Davis.
Funeral services are scheduled for 11 AM Friday, June 29, 2018 at Dewberry Baptist Church #1. The Rev. Brad Reynolds will officiate. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM Thursday, June 28, 2018 at the funeral home.
Online condolences may be made at barrettfh.com.
Marilyn Grindle: Obituary
Obituaries June 6, 2018
Cleveland Funeral Home announces the death of Mrs. Marilyn Grindle age 44 of Sautee, Georgia. Mrs Grindle passed away at home on June 2, 2018.
Funeral services are scheduled for Sunday June 3, 2018 at 3 P.M. in the chapel of Cleveland Funeral Home with Rev. Rondal Garmon officiating. A visitation will be held at the funeral home prior to the service starting at 11 A.M. Internment will follow in the cemetery of Sautee Nacoochee Methodist Church. A full obituary will be published at a later date.
Cleveland Funeral Home of Cleveland, Georgia is in charge of all arrangements.
John Wiley (J.W.) Davis Sr.: Obituary
Obituaries May 30, 2018
John Wiley (J.W.) Davis Sr., age 90, passed away peacefully at his home with his family by his side on Saturday, May 26, 2018.
Born in Upson County on August 20, 1927, he was the son of the late John and Sinda Davis. J.W. was a veteran of the United States Army and a member of Mt. View Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Joe, Herman, and Robert Davis; sister, Nora Barrett, Florence Carter, Lena Hicks, Eunice Edge, and infant Estelle Davis.
Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Polly Autry Davis; daughters and sons in law, Jean and Leon Simmons, and Teresa and Ken Payne; son and fiancé, Junior Davis and Lynn Merritt; grandchildren, Brittany Edge (Mitchell), Kellie Shewbert (Nathan), Jeremy Davis (Mandy), Cody Davis (Virginia), and Sarah Dearing (Barry); great-grandchildren, Conner Edge, Chloe Edge, Bryson Shewbert, Lexi Turner, Shelby Turner, Summer Goss, Lana Davis, and Rylee Davis; brother and sister in law, Jack and Audrey Davis; other in-laws surviving; Herman and Lola Shelnut, Gwendell and Brenda Bulgin, Kenneth Autry and Janet Autry; and a number of nieces and nephews.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2 P.M. Wednesday, May 30, 2018 from the Chapel at Barrett Funeral Home. The Rev. Dave Fortner and Rev. Chris Anderson will officiate. Interment will follow in Mt. View Baptist Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends Tuesday from 2-4 P.M. and 6-8 P.M. at the funeral home.
The family would like to thank the Hospice team of NGMC for all the love and support they showed.
Online condolences may be made at barrettfh.com.
Samuel Thomas Gibson: Obituary
Obituaries May 18, 2018
Cleveland Funeral Home announces the death of Samuel Thomas Gibson, of Cleveland, Georgia. Mr. Gibson was 91 years old and passed away on May 14, 2016. It was Mr. Gibsons wishes to be cremated. No services are scheduled at this time.
Alton Artis Wofford: Obituary
Obituaries May 16, 2018
Alton Artis Wofford, age 82, of Cleveland, passed away on Thursday, May 10, 2018.
Mr. Wofford was born on March 12, 1936, in Cleveland, Georgia, to the late Oliver and Elvie Thomas Wofford. Before retirement, Alton worked for the Removal Transport Service. He was a member of the Yonah Lodge # 382 F&AM and was a veteran of the United States Army. Alton was preceded in death by an infant son, Ricky Artis Wofford; siblings, Homer Wofford, Mary Roper, Bonnell Hamby, and Buster Wofford.
The family would like to give a special thanks to the Hospice of Northeast Georgia and especially to the nurses Rebecca, Devra, and Kara.
Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Joyce Wofford, Cleveland; son, Tony Wofford, Cleveland.
Memorial services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Saturday, May 26, 2018 at the Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. The Rev. Brandon Hester and the Rev. Dennis Turner, and the Rev. Travis Gatson will officiate. Inurnment will follow at Yonah View Memorial Gardens.
The family will receive friends from 12:00-2:00 P.M. Saturday, May 26, 2018 at the funeral home.
To share a memory, or to leave a condolence, please visit www.barrettfh.com.