Homer J.D. Kinsey, age 88 of Cleveland, passed away Friday, December 13, 2019.

Mr. Kinsey was born October 26, 1931 in Cleveland to the late Lester and Elzoria McAllister Kinsey. Homer was a lifelong resident of White County where he worked as a mechanic and cattle farmer. He was a Veteran of the United States Army having served in the Korean War. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his sister, Evelyn Chosewood and brother, David Kinsey.

Survivors include his wife of 64 years, Annie Bulgin Kinsey, Cleveland; son and fiancé, James Larry Kinsey and Dale Adams; daughter and son-in-law, Sandra Kinsey Gamerl and Dave Gamerl; son and fiancé, Gary Douglas Kinsey and Dana Ellis, all of Cleveland; grandson, David Lee Kinsey; sister Vera Mae Shelnut, Cornelia; sister and brother-in-law, Willie Mae and Thomas Hooper, Demorest; brothers and sisters-in-law, Waymon and Kathy Kinsey; Roy Lee Kinsey and Louise Kinsey, Gainesville; brother-in-law, Grady Chosewood, Turnerville; a number of nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 AM Monday, December 16, 2019 at The Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. The Rev. Dennis Taylor and the Rev. Kenneth Anderson will officiate. Interment will follow at Gateway Memory Park.

The family will receive friends from 3-7 PM Sunday at the funeral home.

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

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Elmer James Hunt, age 75, of Cleveland, passed away on November 12, 2019.

Mr. Hunt was born on June 25, 1944, in White County, to the late Tommy and Ruby Nelson Hunt. He was a heavy equipment operator for 46 years and retired from Allied Paving. He was also a member of Mt. View Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, Elmer was preceded in death by his sister, Shirley Mae Hunt; brothers, Claude Hunt and Ronnie Hunt.

Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Patricia Hunt, Cleveland; son and daughter-in-law, Eric and Bobbie Hunt, Cleveland; granddaughter, Morgan Hunt; brothers, Ray Hunt, Bobby Hunt (Joan), and Alex Hunt.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Hospice of Northeast Georgia.

Funeral services are scheduled for 12:00 Noon Friday, November 16, 2019, at the chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. The Rev. Nathan Nix and the Rev. Tommy Hunt will officiate. Interment will follow at Zion Interdenominational Church Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 – 7:00P.M. Thursday at the funeral home.

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

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Brayden Philyaw, age 8, of Cleveland, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 10, 2019, surrounded by his loving family.

Brayden was born on May 28, 2011 to Zach and Miranda Allison Philyaw. He was a third grade student at Mossy Creek Elementary School and attended Shoal Creek Baptist Church and The Cleveland Worship Center.

Our sweet Bray was full of life, never met a stranger, and had a hilarious sense of humor.  He loved baseball, basketball and football.  He adored his family, and wanted to be like his older brother Bryson, and loved God. He loved to read his Bible every night and his last log was in Acts about miracles. He loved hunting and fishing, being outside with his dad, and couldn’t get enough of the beach and camping.  He grew up riding 4-wheelers and being a wild but adorable boy.  He was the kindest kid, who was a friend to absolutely everyone.

He is preceded in death by paternal grandfather, Terry Philyaw, and aunt Cindi Philyaw.

Survivors include parents, Zach and Miranda Philyaw, Cleveland; brother and hero, Bryson Philyaw, Cleveland; maternal grandparents, Charles and Rebekah Allison (Nana and Pops), Cleveland; paternal grandparents, Holly and Rich Brannon (Honey and Boppa), Gainesville; uncle, Wesley Allison, Cleveland; uncle and aunt, Chad and Yvette Philyaw, Clermont; and numerous great aunts, great uncles, cousins, and other family members.

Funeral services are scheduled for 2 P.M. Saturday, November 16, 2019 at The Bridge Church. The Rev. Marc Turner, Rev. Joe Vernon, and Rev. Marty Garrett will officiate. Interment will be at Shoal Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 2-4 P.M. and 6-8 P.M. Friday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Brayden Philyaw Athletic Scholarship Fund at United Community Bank.

To share a memory or leave a condolence with the family, visit barrettfh.com.

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Mrs. Lydia Jeanette Fuller White, age 73, of Cleveland, passed away Monday, November 11, 2019.

Mrs. White was born to the late Rev. John Fuller and Jeanette Fuller Light. She is also preceded in death by her sister, Sarah Talley. Mrs. White was a graduate of White County High School and was a retired school teacher with the White County School System, spending her career teaching at Old Nacoochee School, White County Elementary School and Jack P. Nix Primary School. She was a member of Cleveland First Baptist Church and was an avid tennis player, and loved walking and aerobics.

Survivors include husband of 51 years, Bill White, Cleveland; sister and brother-in-law, Martha and Hal Cason, Demorest; brother-in-law, Darrell Talley, Pineview, GA; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services are scheduled for 11 A.M. Wednesday, November 13, 2019 from the Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. The Rev. Dennis Turner and Rev. Hal Cason will officiate. Interment will follow in Gateway Memory Park.

The family will receive friends from 4-7 P.M. Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made to Jack P. Nix Elementary School Library Fund in her memory: Jack P. Nix Elementary School: 342 West Kytle Street, Cleveland, GA 30528. Make sure to include Lydia White’s name.

The family would like to thank Pruitt Hospice, caregiver, Kay Dickerson McClendon, and every friend that helped.

To share a memory of leave a condolence with the family, visit barrettfh.com.

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Barney Edward Thomas, 88 of Clermont, GA, passed away on November 3rd, 2019 surrounded by family. Barney was born on September 28, 1931 in Union County, GA. He was a US Army Veteran and a member of Alpharetta Masonic Lodge #235. Barney was retired from GM, Doraville, and has been farming since his retirement.
Barney is preceded in death by his parents, Joe Boyd and Lavonia, and his brother O’Neal. He is survived by his wife, Mary S. Grier Thomas; Sons & Wives, Jeff & Sandra, Tim & Peggy; Grandchildren, Zachary & Evan Thomas, Mike Myers, and Nicole & Chad Marcussen; Great Grandchildren, Hayden, Collier and Rowan; Brothers, Bonnell, Jerry, Buddy, Sammy, Herman, Kenneth, and Robin; Sisters, Jimmie Ruth, Jackie, and Pat; and a multitude of brothers and sisters-in-laws, nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the church or charity of your choice.
Visitation, Sunday, November 17, 2019 @ 2pm. Services @ 3pm.
Location: The Bridge Church, 607 Hulsey Road, Cleveland, GA 30528
Cleveland Funeral Home & Cremation Services is in charge of these arrangements

Cleveland Funeral Home announces that Wolfgang “Willie” Haug, age 84 of Cleveland, Georgia passed away on October 26, 2019.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, October 29, 2019 from 2pm-4pm and 6pm-8pm at Cleveland Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held at 8pm that  evening with Lee Cantrell officiating.

Leonard Charles Phillips, 70, of Cleveland, Georgia passed away on Saturday November 9, 2019 at his home surrounded by family and friends.

Leonard was born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma on July 8, 1949 to the late Wayne K. Phillips and Helene Bolden Phillips. He served in the Army and Air Force and completed a tour of duty in the Vietnam War and Dessert Storm.  Leonard moved to Cleveland, Georgia after retiring from a career at the Police Academy in Columbia, South Carolina. He enjoyed hiking and helping hikers he met along the trail. Leonard attended church at Jesus ‘n Jeans Worship at The Cottage Winery in Cleveland, Georgia.

Leonard was preceded in death by his wife Shirley Hamby Phillips of Florida.  He is survived by his children, Michele Phillips (Duanne Blackburn) of Cleveland, Denise Tannery of Florida; brother Wayne Phillips (Tina) of Oklahoma; sister Connie Phillips DeBruen of Oklahoma; grandchildren Kaleb Gouse, Kirsten Ciotti and Travis Patterson; and his beloved dog Emma.

A memorial service will be held on Sunday November 17, 2019 at noon at The Cottage Winery in Cleveland, Georgia.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his memory  to Jesus n Jeans or to the Appalachian Trail Conservancy at donate.appalachiantrail.org.

Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland announces the death of Mr. Michael Scott Gillespie, age 78 of Cleveland. Mr. Gillespie passed away Saturday, November 9, 2019.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland. (706)865-3101

James McClain Scarbrough, age 48 of Dahlonega, passed away on Sunday, October 20, 2019.

Mr. Scarbrough was born on January 25, 1971, in Toccoa, Georgia, to James and Patricia McClain Scarbrough. He was a self-employed construction worker.

Survivors include his daughter, Jennifer Avery, Dahlonega; son, Dustin Scarbrough, Colorado; grandchildren, Anakin Avery, Dahlonega, Amaryllis Avery, Dahlonega, and Hailey Wood, Gainesville; brothers, Scotty Scarbrough, Cleveland, and Kent Scarbrough, Lula; sister, Kellie Lawson, Dahlonega; nephews, Cody Wood, Gainesville, Dallas Wood, Dahlonega, and Carson Scarbrough, Cleveland; niece, Brylee Scarbrough, Cleveland; fiancé, Kristi Homs.

Memorial services are scheduled for 5:00 P.M. Friday, October 25, 2019 at the Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. The Rev. Stacy Dyer will officiate.

The family will receive friends from 4:00 – 5:00 P.M. Friday at the funeral home.

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

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