James “Jim” William Crane: Obituary
Obituaries March 21, 2018
James “Jim” William Crane, age 79 of Cleveland, passed away on Monday, March 5, 2018.
Mr. Crane was born on August 3, 1938, in Cleveland, Georgia, to the late James Lawton and Leona Elizabeth Saxon Crane. He was a pharmacist, having most recently worked for Fred’s Pharmacy. Jim was preceded in death by his wife, Eloise Satterfield Crane and brother, Jerry Crane.
Survivors include his daughter and son-in-law, Beth and Randy King, Columbus; daughter, Laura Crane, Michigan; daughter and son-in-law, Jennifer Crane and Bruce Johnson, Athens; grandchildren, James King, Mattie Beth King, Geneva Hinkle, Leora Hinkle, and Bram Johnson.
Memorial services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Thursday, March 8, 2018 at The Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home.
The family will receive friends from 1:00-2:00 P.M. Thursday prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Lupus Foundation of America Georgia Chapter, Inc.: 1850 Lake Park Drive, Suite 101, Smyrna, GA 30080.
Online condolences can be made to the family at www.barrettfh.com
Claudine Essie Nelms: Obituary
Obituaries March 21, 2018
Claudine Essie Nelms, age 78 of Cleveland, passed away on Monday, March 5, 2018.
Mrs. Nelms was born on August 20, 1939, in Clarkesville, Georgia, to the late Rev. Estes Littleton and Ethel Ivester Littleton. She was a homemaker and attended Full Gospel Fellowship. Claudine was preceded in death by her husband, Odis Nelms; sisters, Delores Pless and Leona McCallister.
Survivors include her sons and daughters-in-law, Bryan and Michelle Nelms, Cleveland, Doug and Vanessa Nelms, Cleveland, and Larry and Janice Littleton, Toccoa; brother and sister-in-law, Luther and Hazel Littleton, Mt. Airy; brother, Gatha Littleton, Toccoa; sister and brother-in-law, Inez and Frank McCallister, Batesville; caregivers, Beverly Gerrell and Megan Jones; 13 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren.
Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, March 7, 2018 at The Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. The Rev. Dennis Taylor and the Rev. Lloyd Martin will officiate. Interment will follow at Macedonia United Methodist Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 6-8 P.M. Tuesday at the funeral home.
Online condolences can be made to the family at www.barrettfh.com
Patricia Vickers Seith: Obituary
Obituaries March 21, 2018
Patricia Vickers Seith, age 79 of Dahlonega, passed away on Sunday, March 4, 2018.
Mrs. Seith was born on May 18, 1938, in Douglas, Georgia, to the late Dalton and Ethel Hester Vickers. She worked as an office administrator and librarian and was a member of Cleveland First Baptist Church. Patricia was preceded in death by her husband, George Seith; daughters, Angela Hope Funderburk and Sherri Lynn Funderburk; brother, Bartley Kenneth Vickers; step mother, Rosalee Taylor Vickers.
Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Kathryn and Richard Harris, Dahlonega; daughters, Kellen Waldron, Sugarland, Texas, Linda Fritsch, Houston, Texas; son, Michael Seith, Houston, Texas; son and daughter-in-law, Dennis and Cathy Seith, Friendswood, Texas; grandchildren, Erin Endicott (Edward), Jennifer Mitchell (Michael), Paul Harris (Christopher), Jeremy Seith (Amelia), Melissa Miller (Ben), Thomas Seith (Emily), Bethany Waldron, Chelsea Garcia (Randy), Rebecca Fritsch, George Fritsch, Dennis Fritsch, Rachel Seith; 6 great grandchildren; sister, Jan Vickers Sumner (Joe), Jacksonville, FL; sister-in-law, Elaine Vickers, Jacksonville, FL; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends also survive.
Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 A.M. Thursday, March 8, 2018 at Cleveland First Baptist Church. The Rev. Bucky Erwin and the Rev. Thomas Seith, will officiate. Entombment will be at 11:00 A.M. Friday, March 9, 2018 at Parkway Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Warner Robins with the Rev. Mobley Cross and the Rev. Thomas Seith officiating.
The family will receive friends from 5-8 P.M. Wednesday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Heart Association – PO Box 840692, Dallas Texas, 75284 or Hospice of Northeast Georgia Medical Center – 2150 Limestone Pkwy., Suite 115 Gainesville, GA 30501.
Online condolences can be made to the family at www.barrettfh.com
John T. Imhoff: Obituary
Obituaries October 27, 2019
John T. Imhoff, age 86 of Tallahassee, FL, passed away Friday, October 25, 2019.
Graveside services are scheduled for Friday, November 1, 2019 at Philippi Baptist Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 12-1:30 PM Friday at the funeral home prior to the service.
A complete obituary will be published soon.
To share a memory or to leave the family a condolence please visit www.barrettfh.com
Barrett Funeral Home, Cleveland, GA 706-865-3101.
Jean Good: Obituary
Obituaries October 17, 2019
Jean Good, age 86 of Sautee, passed away on Thursday, October 17, 2019.
Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland.
Linda Denise Shoemake: Obituary
Obituaries October 15, 2019
Linda Denise Shoemake, age 56 of Demorest, passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2019.
Ms. Shoemake was born on December 29, 1962, in Gainesville, Georgia, to Ray Shoemake and the late Nora Dockery Ellis. She was a member of Damascus Baptist Church.
Survivors include her son, Shane Shoemake, Carrollton; father, Ray Shoemake, Cumming; sisters and their spouses, Renee and Larry Sutton, Dahlonega, Annette and Dean White, Dahlonega, Angela and Charles Sosebee, Sautee, Rhonda and Susanne Brady-Lusk, Houston, Texas; step sister, Pamela Wilson; best friend, Jack Goss, Demorest; 4 nieces; 4 nephews; several great nieces and nephews.
Funeral services are scheduled for 4:00 P.M. Thursday, October 17, 2019. The Rev. Ronnie Dockery will officiate. Interment will follow at Damascus Baptist Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 2:00 – 4:00 P.M. and 6:00 – 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.
Mary Ruth Sutton: Obituary
Obituaries September 26, 2019
Mary Ruth Sutton, age 66, of Cleveland, passed away Wednesday, September 25, 2019.
Mrs. Sutton was born on January 13, 1953 to the late Jessie Thomas Richardson and Lenora Dorsey Richardson. She was a homemaker, friend, and mother to all.
Survivors include her husband, Bud Sutton; daughters, Felicia Sutton, and Erin Sutton; sisters, Latrell Richardson, Kathleen Jarrells, Mae Davis, and Viola Morrison; brothers, Jesse Richardson (Lynette), and Jerry Richardson (Essie); and countless other sisters, sons, daughters and grandchildren.
Funeral services are scheduled for 1 p.m. Monday, September 30, 2019 at St. John’s Baptist Church. Pastor Richard Pinero and the Rev. Bryan Sutton will officiate. Interment will follow at the Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m. Sunday, September 29, 2019 at the funeral home.
To share a memory or to leave a condolence please visit www.barrettfh.com.
Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland.
Martha Ann Tolbert: Obituary
Obituaries September 17, 2019
Martha Ann Tolbert, age 64, of Dahlonega, passed away Saturday, September 14, 2019.
Mrs. Tolbert was born in Forsyth County to the late James and Nancy Bell Land Smith. She was preceded in death by parents; sister, Dot Riddle; and brothers, Herbert Smith and Lonnie Smith. Mrs. Tolbert was an employee for Walmart, a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
Survivors include daughters, Kimberly Day and Dottie Summerour, both of Dahlonega; brother, Melvin Smith, Cleveland; brother, Wilburn Smith, Cumming; brother, Tommy Smith, Dawsonville; grandchildren, Randall Summerour, Cleveland, Chris Armstrong, Dahlonega, Kelly Geoghegan, Dahlonega; Brandi Summerour, Dahlonega; and Blake Ridings, Dahlonega; great-grandchildren, Brooklyn Summerour, Rylee Summerour, Landon Summerour, Bentlee Geoghegan, and Vincent Abbatecola.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2 PM Tuesday, September 17, 2019 from the Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. The Rev. James Lemley will officiate.
The family will receive friends from 12 noon-2 PM Tuesday prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations be made to help assist the family.
To share a memory or leave a condolence, visit barrettfh.com.
Bruce Roger McPherson: Obituary
Obituaries September 13, 2019
Cleveland Funeral Home & Cremation Services announces that Bruce Roger McPherson, age 90 of Cleveland GA passed away on September 12, 2019. It was Mr. McPherson’s wishes to be cremated. No public services will be held at this time.
Bethenia Mae Bacon: Obituary
Business August 29, 2019
We thank God for the life of Bethenia Mae Bacon, born Bethenia Mae Chastain.
Bethenia (“Bea” to her friends) was born May 31, 1931 in Sautee Nacoochee, Georgia to William Barnett and Dora Mae Chastain. She was the first child of ten including Emily, James, Sarah, Howard, Arthur, Brenda and survived by Coleman, Jewel and Joan. This family was rich in spirit and love and, in continuance of this blessing, Bethenia made family paramount in her life and was committed to loving and charitable works.
She met the love of her life Harry Leo Bacon (deceased) while living in Augusta, GA. As the story is told, she worked in a five and dime and Harry kept shopping in an effort to win her attention. He always said, “I met my million-dollar baby in a five and dime” … and indeed he did. They married after he returned from a military tour during the Korean War. They traveled the world for over 23 years as they served in the Army.
She is survived by her 3 children Beverly, Harriet and Douglas. She also was the loving grandmother of nine “grand babies” Kristina, Douglas, Robert, Adam, Nathaniel, Phillip, Samantha, Taylor and Dylan. The latest of her lineage are her three great grandchildren Abigail, David and Harper.
She was a faithful and true daughter, sister, wife, parent, grandmother, great-grandmother, neighbor, friend and business woman. While thriving in the role of supportive military wife and stay-at-home mother, she was able to build a business in Sautee supporting family and community. After military retirement, she excelled in a career as a real estate agent, receiving the most prestigious awards for superior achievement. As she began her second retirement, she took her love of dance to a new level and became an accomplished and ballroom dancer.
Anyone who met her was drawn to Bethania’s beautiful smile and sweet personality. She was smart, assertive, thrifty, but her heart and generosity dominated her personality. A Christian servant with heart- felt generosity is the example she passed on to all who knew her. Well-grounded in good morals, values and manners she was someone everyone loved and admired.
Bethenia Mae Bacon, our Matriarch, will be greatly missed on earth, but eagerly welcomed in heaven.
William Scott Brown: Obituary
Obituaries August 1, 2019
William Scott Brown, age 71, of Braselton, passed away Monday, July 29, 2019.
No services are planned at this time and a complete obituary will follow at a later date.
Online condolences can be made at www.barrettfh.com.
Barrett Funeral Home, Cleveland, GA 706-865-3101.
Michael Laughlin Newton: Obituary
Obituaries July 25, 2019
Michael Laughlin Newton, 57, owner of Newton Plumbing, passed on Thursday, July 18, 2019 at his home in Sautee. He was born in Ridley Park, PA to Robert F. Newton, Jr. and MaryAnn Laughlin Newton. He attended Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, where he learned the true value of hard work. An Army veteran that served in the 82nd Airborne, Mike had a true love for his country.
A master plumber for over 40 years, he created his own business, Newton Plumbing, Inc., with the help of his beloved wife, Melissa, in Orlando, Florida in 1995. The Newton family relocated to White County, GA in 1998 and established a new plumbing business, serving the community until he passed.
Upon marrying Melissa, a single mother with four boys, he chose to adopt them as his own. He regularly attended and supported practices, events, and games for his children, always appreciating the little things in life like family time. Upon the death of his son, Michael, in 2008, Mike and Melissa chose to raise their grandson, Jacob Newton, as their own. As Mike aged, he realized “nothing is more important than family.” He also loved his role as “Papa” to his grandchildren, never missing an opportunity to spoil them.
Mike and Melissa recently celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary with a much anticipated trip to Maine. He was a fierce protectorate of his wife and family, having a true love for both.
Additionally, he had a special affinity for helping others, always recognizing the importance of giving back without the need for recognition. His selfless attitude and pride within his business made him a well-respected member of the White County community.
Mike is survived by his loving wife, Melissa Newton, mother MaryAnn Laughlin Dyson of Hamburg, PA, brothers Robert F. Newton, III of Richboro, PA and James Newton of Linwood, PA, sister Ellen Newton of Hamburg, PA, children Juanita Newton-Gonzalez of Ocala, FL, Christopher Newton (Jenni) of Apopka, FL, Reva Newton of Dallas, TX, Jeffrey Newton (Paige) of Cleveland, GA, Steven Newton, Esq. of Peachtree City, GA, Andrew Newton (Caroline) of Greenville, SC, and Jacob Newton of Sautee, GA. His legacy is further remembered by his grandchildren, Eduardo Gonzalez, III, Dalilah Morgan, Amias Morgan, Benjamin Newton, Emily Newton, Charlotte Newton, Jason Hart, Richard Libby, Patrick Libby, Paul Libby, Gabriella Newton, Johnathon Newton, Payton Newton, Jacob Newton, Serenity Newton, and granddaughter-to-be, Bridges Newton.
Mike is predeceased by his father, Robert F. Newton, Jr. and son, Michael Newton, Jr.
A memorial service is scheduled for 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, July 23, 2019 at the Episcopal Church of the Resurrection located at 1755 Duncan Bridge Road, Sautee, GA. Father Scott Kidd will officiate. The family will receive friends from 10:00 – 11:00 A.M. Tuesday at the church prior to the service. A family reception will follow immediately after the service in the fellowship hall.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Episcopal Church of the Resurrection, 1755 Duncan Bridge Rd. Sautee, GA 30571 or Family Promise of White County P.O. Box 905 Cleveland, GA 30571.
To share a memory of Mike or to leave a condolence please visit www.barrettfh.com
Barrett Funeral Home, Cleveland 706-865-3101.
Cindy Pride Hames: Obituary
Obituaries July 17, 2019
Ms. Cindy Pride Hames, age 62 of Cleveland, passed away on
July 11, 2019. She was born on February 22, 1957 in Habersham County, to the late Clarence Hames Jr. and Florence Louise Chapman. She was a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church in Clarksville, Georgia. She was preceded in death by her parents.
Survivors include her daughters Katie Morgan; Eastanollee, Sarah Mormandia; Cleveland, sons Cody Franklin; Cleveland, Dalton Franklin; Cleveland, grandchildren Carter Ravan, Ava Ravan, Emma Normandia, Willow Hudson, Sophie Arrowood, Ryan Arrowood, and Jaxon Arrowood
No public services will be held.
To share a memory of Ms. Hames or to send a condolence, please visit www.barrettfh.com.
Barrett Funeral Home, Cleveland. 706.865.3101
Gertrude “Trudi” Kimsey: Obituary
Obituaries July 3, 2019
Gertrude “Trudi” Kimsey
December 06, 1940 – June 26, 2019
Gertrude “Trudi” Kimsey, age 78, of Sautee Nacoochee, passed away Wednesday, June 26, 2019.
Mrs. Kimsey was born in White Plains, NY the daughter of the late Benny and Mildred Donato Checchia. Trudi was a member of St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church. She was the office manager at Cheston Kimsey Jr. DDS and loved her family dearly. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her sister, Marie McMorrough.
Survivors include her husband, Cheston Berrong Kimsey Jr., Sautee; sons and daughters-in-law, Berrong and Lori Kimsey, Sautee; Greg and Gail Kimsey, Clarkesville; Keith and Adriana Kimsey, Charlotte, NC; grandchildren, Tonya and Jason Fowler; Chris and Cydia Kimsey, Candler Kimsey, Karson Kimsey, Cameron Kimsey, Ashley Kimsey, Alec Kimsey, Amber Kimsey; great granddaughter, Phoebe Fowler; niece, Vicki McMorrough.
A memorial mass is scheduled for 1:00 PM Saturday, June 29, 2019 at St. Paul The Apostle Catholic Church. Father Thad Rudd will officiate.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place Memphis, TN 38105.
To share a memory of Trudi or to leave the family a condolence please visit www.barrettfh.com.
Barrett Funeral Home, Cleveland. 706-865-3101.
Teddy Randolph Riley: Obituary
Business May 23, 2019
Teddy Randolph Riley
SEPTEMBER 6, 1944 ~ MAY 17, 2019
Teddy Randolph Riley age 74 of Clarkesville, Georgia passed away peacefully after a sudden illness on Friday, May 17, 2019 at 8:25 p.m. at Northeast Georgia Medical Center.
Services will be held at 6 p.m. in the chapel of Cleveland Funeral Home on Highway 129 South in Cleveland, Georgia. Pastor and Mrs. Alfred Gibson from La Blanc, Louisiana will be officiating. ( Mrs. Gibson is Ted Riley’s Niece ).
Ted was born to Hazel Jeanette Riley and Louis Cleo Riley on September 6, 1944 in Winona, Mississippi. Ted is survived by his wife Nancye of 54 years. Siblings; Pat (Sandy) Riley of Hattiesburg, MS. and Jeanette Riley Burns of Chicago, IL. Children; Lisa (Michael) Mills, David Riley, and Ted Riley II. Grandchildren; Kayla Mills Lisnock, Joe Lisnock, Caroline Mills, Brooke Mills, Riley Mills, Nicole Riley. He is also survived by one Great Grandchild, Logan Lisnock, age 3.
Ted and Nancye are both graduates of Delta State University in 1966 with a Bachelor of Science Degree the year that it became a University. Ted started a career with JC Penney immediately after college and stayed with JC Penney for 22 years, 1966-1988. Later, he and his wife Nancye had a home insurance business.
For 13 years, 2006-2019 (ages 62 and 64) Mr and Mrs Riley were members of Bethlehem Baptist in Clarkesville, however they chased after Grandchildren to and from many other schools and churches while they were living here. After moving to Clarkesville, the Riley’s felt like they had found Heaven on Earth. Teds Dream was always to live on a golf course. They were able to build a home with no steps on the first level ( age and bones ) and make other changes to the house plan that they loved on a private knoll protected by mountains and trees in the Orchard Community of Clarkesville.
Mr and Mrs Riley began their journey through life living with her parents in Cleveland, Mississippi, and are now saying “goodbye for now” in Cleveland, Georgia.
Praise God from whom all blessings flow.
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
Cleveland Funeral Home & Cremation Services are in charge of these arrangements.
Timothy Sangster: Obituary
Obituaries March 7, 2019
Timothy Sangster
August 05, 1959 – February 18, 2019
Rev. Timothy Britt Sangster, age 59, of Cleveland, passed away Monday, February 18, 2019.
Rev. Sangster was born in Lakeland, Georgia to the late Harold Lamar and Evelyn Fendley Sangster.
Rev. Sangster spent over thirty years in the ministry, spending time in Pleasureville, Kentucky, Royston, GA, Washington GA, Clarkesville, GA, with the Georgia Baptist Convention, and in Savannah, GA, and Cleveland, GA. He was the youth minister at Cleveland First Baptist Church, a position which he held for ten years. Rev. Sangster recently worked at Crete Carrier and Mansfield Oil.
Survivors include wife, Sherri Sangster, Cleveland; sons and daughters-in-law, Britt and Charissa Sangster, and Linton and Kim Sangster; daughter, Laura Sangster; grandchildren, Jacob Sangster, Finley Sangster, Kegan Sangster; brothers and sisters-in-law, Jonathan and Caroline Sangster and Nathan and Melissa Sangster.
A Memorial service will take place 2 P.M. Thursday, February 21, 2019 at Cleveland First Baptist Church. The Rev. Dennis Turner and the Rev. John Brown will officiate.
The family will receive friends from 4-7 pm Wednesday, February 20, 2019 at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to: American Cancer Society: PO Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123, or to the White County Choral Boosters: 283 Old Blairsville Rd, Cleveland, GA 30528.
To share a memory or a condolence with the family, please visit barrettfh.com.
Barrett Funeral Home, Cleveland.