Thomas “Tom” Wilbur Hedrick, Sr.: Obituary
Obituaries December 18, 2018
Thomas “Tom” Wilbur Hedrick, Sr., age 66 of Cleveland, passed away on Wednesday, December 5, 2018.
Mr. Hedrick was born on January 20, 1952, in Mansfield, Ohio, to the late Robert and Rosalee Hedrick. He was a truck driver and a veteran of the United States Marine Corps.
Survivors include his wife, Frances “Fran” Hedrick, Cleveland, Georgia; children, Clifford Hedrick (Angie), Cleveland, Georgia, Thomas Hedrick, Jr., Idaho, Leeta Hedrick, Idaho, and Kimberly Hedrick, Idaho; sister, Kathy Hamilton, Ohio; 11 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; numerous extended family also survive.
No services will be held.
To share a memory or to leave a condolence, please visit www.barrettfh.com.
Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland
Robert Michael Burton: Obituary
Obituaries November 26, 2018
July 24, 1967 – November 23, 2018
Mr. Robert Michael Burton age 51 of Commerce formerly of Cleveland. Mr. Burton passed away Friday, November 23, 2018.
Born in White County on July 24, 1967. Mr. Burton was employed for a number of years with Babyland General and Original Appalachian Artworks as a maintenance supervisor. More recently, he had entered in to the healthcare field earning his degree as a Medical Assistant.
Survivors include his daughter Christina Gibbs and her fiancé Derrick McKinzie, as well as his grandchildren, Noah Gibbs, Ally Bibbs and Jason McKinzie and his brother Doug Burton of Cleveland.
The family will be holding a memorial service after the new year, service time and location will be announced.
Frances Marie Black: Obituary
Obituaries November 26, 2018
April 16, 1953 – November 17, 2018
Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland announces the death of Mrs. Frances Marie Black, age 65 of Cleveland. Mrs. Black passed away Saturday, November 17, 2018.
Mrs. Black was born on April 16, 1953 in St. Louis, MO to the late James Schneider and Joan MacDougal Schneider. She was employed as an administrator with Charlotte Oncology. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Black is preceded in death by her step mother, Marilyn Schneider as well as her sister in law Diane Schneider.
She is survived by her husband, Mike Black of Cleveland; daughters, Laurie Bottoms of Woodstock, Jennifer Binford of Charlotte, NC as well as her sons, Shane Black, Acworth, GA and Ryan Sparkman of Little Ferry, NJ; brothers, Steven James Schneider of Miami, FL, Lee Edward Schneider of Austin, TX. In addition she is survived by her step siblings, Dana Doherty, Wilmington, NC, John Shaw, Whittier, CA and Brian Shaw of Fort Walton Beach, FL. Extended step family includes Charlene Schneider and sons Ricard, Daniel and Andrew Klosterman all of St. Louis, MO, their sister Judy Lesellier of Angier, FR and Mark Peebles of Knoxville, TN; nine grandchildren.
Survivors also include numerous paternal and maternal cousins of the Schneider and Macdougal as well as the Harris families residing in Southern and Northern California, Washington and Missouri including goddaughter Karla Boss and Aunt Jean Migchelbrink.
A gathering of family and friends is scheduled on Monday, November 26, 2018 at Barrett Funeral Home between the hours of I:00pm and 2:00pm.
The family respectfully ask that flowers be omitted, rather it is requested that donations be made to the fight for a cure to Alzheimer’s by donating in memory of Frances Marie Black to the Alzheimer’s Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave, Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601.
To share a memory of Mrs. Black or to leave a condolence, please visit our website at www.barrettfh.com
Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland in charge of arrangements (706)865-3101
Donald Hugh Lunceford, Sr.: Obituary
Obituaries November 26, 2018
July 08, 1927 – November 14, 2018
Donald Hugh Lunceford, Sr., age 91 of Dawsonville, passed away on Wednesday, November 14, 2018.
Mr. Lunceford was born on July 8, 1927, in Habersham County, to the late Byron Young and Minna Dyer Lunceford. Donald worked for Georgia Power and was a cabinet maker for 39 years. He was also a veteran of the United States Army. His hobbies included fishing, hunting, and camping. He was an avid outdoorsman and loved his family. Mr. Lunceford was preceded in death by his son, Jeffery Byron Lunceford; sister, Mildred Pelt.
Survivors include his wife of 70 years, Gwendolyn Lunceford, Dawsonville; daughters, Donna Lynne Whitfield (Craig Stephen), Conley, GA, Ginger Ethel Kovach (Charles), Dawsonville, Sarah Rozanne McCarney (Joseph), McDonough, GA; sons, Philip Arthur Lunceford (Judith), Dawsonville and Rev. Donald Hugh Lunceford, Jr. (Laurie), Dallas, TX; 11 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services are scheduled for 3:00 P.M. Saturday, November 17, 2018 at the Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. Rev. Donald Lunceford, Jr. will officiate. Interment will follow at Mt. View Baptist Church Cemetery, Cleveland, Georgia.
The family will receive friends from 1:00 – 3:00 P.M. Saturday prior to the funeral service.
To share a memory or to leave a condolence, please visit www.barrettfh.com
Gail Anderson Longwell: Obituary
Obituaries November 7, 2018
July 14, 1936 – November 04, 2018
Missy Gail Longwell, age 82 of Cleveland, passed away on Sunday, November 4, 2018.
Mrs. Longwell spent 35 years associated with SunTrust Bank, as a manager in the check processing center, working 1.5 to 2.5 million checks a day and received many commendations for her works. Following SunTrust, her basic nature to accomplish more in life, she rose from Sales Clerk to co-manager of Babyland General Hospital Profit Center gift shop located in White County across from Ace Hardware. In 2008, she helped Babyland move to its new location. On Cinco de Mayo 2003, via mutual friends Debbie and Robert Bowers (now retired in Oklahoma), Missy Gail met Bart Longwell. A romance slowly developed and on Valentine’s Day 2004, Bart and Gail were married. Both Bart and Gail publicly exclaimed that the past 15 years are the most serene and joyful chapters of their combined lives. Upon her death at 6:00 am November 4th 2018, the internet response was overwhelming. One highlight, Bart was surprised to see was a lone sympathy blessing from Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan. That was just one example of Missy’s nationwide reach.
Surviving Missy Gail is her loving husband Bart Longwell, who instead of grieving, is celebrating with his close friends of the Northeast Georgia Wounded Warriors. Also surviving are her children, Kelly Suzanne Terebo, Laurie Gail Duncan, Barry Richard Duncan, Wayne Norman Duncan, and Mark Bruce Duncan; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren also survive. God Bless all the many acquaintances and friends Missy knows in White County (God’s Green Acres). Amen.
The family will receive friends from 2-6 pm Tuesday, November 6, 2018 at the Funeral Home.
An official beneficiary fund entitled “Missy Gail Four Paws” has been established at United Community Bank in Cleveland, Georgia 30528, in care of Ruth Chambers for the Smithgall Humane Society on the Helen Highway.
To share a memory or to leave a condolence, please visit www.barrettfh.com
Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland.
Michael Steven Reeves: Obituary
Obituaries November 1, 2018
November 05, 1951 – October 27, 2018
Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland announces the death of Mr. Michael Steven Reeves of Hall County. Mr. Reeves passed away at the age of 66 on Saturday, October 27, 2018.
Mr. Reeves was born in Gainesville, Georgia to the late Jessie Bartholomew Reeves and Ruby Cater. He was a Senior Calibration Technician for 40+ years, beginning his career with Scientific Atlanta which would later become Simco Systems.
He is survived by his wife Donna Reeves; sons Albert Reeves (Amanda), Brian Reeves and Michael Reeves II, as well as his three grandchildren.
Private services will be held at a later date. To share a memory for Mr. Reeves or send a condolence, please visit www.barrettfh.com
Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland in charge of arrangements (706)865-3101
Fern London Ward: Obituary
Obituaries October 23, 2018
Fern London Ward, age 81 of Cleveland, passed away on Sunday, October 21, 2018.
Mrs. Ward was born on August 5, 1937, in Gainesville, Georgia, to the late John Graves and Flary Etta Cantrell London. She lived most of her life in White County and worked for Talon. Fern was a member of Woodlawn Baptist Church and was preceded in death by brothers, Phillip London, Arthur London, Richard London, Clarence London, Benny London, Albert London, Edgar London; sisters, Virginia Hogan and Irene London.
Survivors include her husband, Milton O’Neal Ward, Cleveland; sons and daughters-in-law, Mickey and Shirley Ward, Cleveland, and Milton and Roberta Ward, Cornelia; twin sister, Laverne Berrong, Cleveland; brother, Grant London, Cleveland; granddaughter, Anna Ledford (Jeremy); special friend, Katie Penland.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Thursday, October 25, 2018 at the Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. The Rev. Danny Kastner will officiate. Interment will follow at Blue Creek Baptist Church Cemetery with the Rev. Rondal Garmon officiating.
The family will receive friends from 4:00 – 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
Penelope “Penny” Eckenboy: Obituary
Obituaries October 23, 2018
September 02, 1941 – October 17, 2018
Penelope “Penny” Eckenboy, age 77 of Sautee Nacoochee, passed away Wednesday, October 17, 2018.
Mrs. Eckenboy was born September 2, 1941 in Chicago, IL to the late Raymond and Naima Olson. On Christmas Day in 1960 in Chicago Penny married Cliff Eckenboy. Penny attended Jones Commercial School, where she studied business and clerical administration. After finishing school, Mrs. Eckenboy worked 17 years at Pillsbury Law Firm in Washington, D.C. She later worked for a private law firm in Frederick, Maryland, and also the American Cancer Society. When Penny relocated to Sautee Nacoochee she became active in the library in Helen, Georgia.
Survivors include her husband of 57 years, Cliff Eckenboy, Sautee Nacoochee; daughter and son-in-law, Timbre and Andrew Day, Hagerstown, MD; grandchildren, Kalvin and Maky Makael, Spencer Day, Olivia Day, Stewart Day; sisters, Joy Price, Illinois; Echo Olson, Wisconsin; Jean Sproehnle, Arizona; several nieces and nephews also survive.
To share a memory or to leave a condolence please visit www.barrettfh.com.
Urania Henderson Chastain: Obituary
Obituaries October 17, 2018
April 27, 1931 – October 09, 2018
Daisy Urania Henderson Chastain, age 87 of Cleveland, passed away Tuesday, October 9, 2018.
Mrs. Chastain was born April 27, 1931 in White County to the late John Henry Henderson and Zora Burke Henderson. Urania was a homemaker and a member of Chattahoochee Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Calvin Chastain; brothers, John Henderson, Albert Henderson, L.D. Henderson, Ray Henderson and Jim Henderson; and sisters, Dora Fortner, Carrie Roland, Mary Cantrell and Eula Roberts.
Survivors include her sons and daughters-in-law, James Rondal and Sheryl Stephens Chastain, Cleveland; Gregory Keith and Laura Turner Chastain, Gainesville; grandchildren, Chelsey Chastain Hogan and Jason Hogan, Cleveland and Jordan Gregory Chastain and Kelsey Chastain, Chattanooga, TN; great-granddaughter Olivia Hogan, Cleveland; and special friend and caretaker, Valorie Ash.
Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 AM Thursday, October 11, 2018 at The Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. The Rev. Chris Anderson, the Rev. Bill Gravely and the Rev. Dave Fortner will officiate. Interment will follow at Chattahoochee Baptist Church Cemetery with the Rev. Paul Flynn officiating.
The family will receive friends from 2-4 & 6-8 PM Wednesday at the funeral home.
Joe Nathan Turner: Obituary
Obituaries December 8, 2019
Mr. Joe Nathan Turner, age 93, of Cleveland, Georgia passed away on Saturday, December 7, 2019.
Mr. Turner was born in Covington, KY, the son of Luther Turner and Dora Davis Turner. Joe was of the Baptist faith and was a Master Carpenter and Homebuilder. He was well known for his custom built homes, including the 10 he built and lived in with his beloved wife, Alice Cain Turner, who preceded him in death. After he retired, he and his wife traveled all over the United States and Canada and made many friends along the way. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by the following siblings: Berry Turner, Martha Cain, Herbert Turner, Carlton Turner, and Magdalene Winstead.
Survivors include sons and daughters-in-law, Lloyd and Donna Turner, Oak Ridge, TN; Joel and Vickie Turner, Dahlonega; and Mark and Sheila Turner, Cleveland; daughter, Linda Dyess, Carnesville, GA; daughters and sons-in-law, Barbara West and Gene Kelly, Alpharetta, GA, and Jeane and Tifton Meeks, Cleveland; grandchildren, Laura Clemons, Cumming, GA, Scott Turner, Knoxville, TN, Stanley Garrison, Carnesville, GA, Travis Garrison, Gainesville, GA, Ceilia Lance, Gillsville, GA, Pamela Bright, Greenville, SC, Juli Skelton, Cleveland, GA, Tyler Turner, Dahlonega, GA, Lauren Turner, Dahlonega, GA, Sam Turner, Missoula, MT, Matthew Turner, Cleveland, GA, Christopher Kelly, Snellville, GA and Patrick Kelly, Gastonia, NC; sister, Mary Jett, Cleveland; numerous great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, December 9, 2019 at the Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. The Rev. Chris Anderson will officiate. Interment will be at Gateway Memory Park.
The family will receive friends 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Sunday and 12-2 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.
Online condolences may be made to the family at barrettfh.com.
Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland.
Wayne Julian “W.J.” Sims: Obituary
Obituaries November 23, 2019
Wayne Julian “W.J.” Sims, age 83 of Cleveland, passed away on Thursday, November 21, 2019.
Mr. Sims was born on August 5, 1936, in White County, to the late Arvil and Grovie Vandiver Sims. He was a retired, self-employed carpenter and a member of the Cleveland Worship Center. Mr. Sims was preceded in death by his sister, Janice Wright; brother, Kenneth Sims.
Survivors include his wife, Charlotte Denton Sims; sons and daughters-in-law, Michael and Jeanie Sims, Cleveland, Daniel and Joan Sims, Cleveland, and Christopher and Melanie Sims, Clarkesville; grandchildren, Anthony Sims, Kriston Sims Mauldin, Suzanne Sims Harris, Amelia Sims, Andrew Sims, Vicky Morris, Charlotte Sims, Eli Sims, Emery Sims, Emmet Sims, Elsie Sims, and Evan Sims; sister, Patricia Sutton, Helen; brother, Terry Sims, Helen; 12 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great grandchild.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Saturday, November 23, 2019 at the Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. The Rev. Marc Turner will officiate. Interment will follow at Gateway Memory Park.
The family will receive friends from 4:00 P.M. – 7:00 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.
James Carlton Howard: Obituary
Obituaries November 6, 2019
Mr. James Carlton Howard age 60 of Cleveland passed away Sunday, November 3, 2019.
Mr. Howard was born on September 13, 1959, in Gainesville, GA, to the late Carl Thomas Howard and Dorothy Frances Helton Howard. He was a member of Welcome Home Baptist Church in Gillsville, GA. In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by his brothers, Billy Ray Howard and Randall Howard.
Survivors include his sisters and brothers-in-law, Donna and Richard Pass, and Glenda and Phillip Dispain; sister, Rachel Howard; brothers and sisters-in-law, Larry and Patsy Howard, and Richard and Jane Howard; numerous nieces and nephews also survive.
The family would like to express their gratitude to James’ caregivers, Richard and Donna Pass.
Memorial services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Thursday, November 7, 2019 at the Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. The Rev. Mike Gaines, the Rev. Bobby Jones, and the Rev. Royce Winters will officiate.
The family will receive friends from 11:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M. Thursday, prior to the memorial service, at the funeral home.
To share a memory or to leave a condolence please visit www.barrettfh.com
Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland.
White County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 10/25 – 11/1
Arrest Reports, Police & Government November 3, 2019
Arrest report provided by the White County Sheriff’s Office. The Georgia Open Records Act (O.C.G.A. 35-01-18) allows for FetchYourNews.com to obtain and post the arrest records of any and all individuals arrested in White County Georgia. Those arrests are posted on 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.
Shelton Merritt III: Obituary
Obituaries October 2, 2019
Shelton Merritt III, age 69, of Sautee-Nacoochee, passed away on Monday, September 30th, 2019.
He was born on September 9th, 1950 and is survived by his mother, Maryalice Sly and two sisters, Jo Cedola and Judith Gessleman. Shelton worked as a police officer and homicide detective in Miami-Dade for over twenty years and retired to a peaceful cabin in Georgia. He was very well loved by friends and family, and always one for a good story.
Private services are being held with close family and friends.
The family would like to thank Carol Magness who ministered great love, kindness, and friendship during Shelton’s illness.
To share a memory or to leave a condolence for the family please visit www.barrettfh.com.
Barrett Funeral Home, Cleveland, GA.
James Harold Walden, Jr: Obituary
Obituaries September 20, 2019
James Harold Walden, Jr., age 62 of Clermont, passed away on Friday, September 20, 2019.
Mr. Walden was born on March 25, 1957, in Gainesville, Georgia, to the late James Harold Walden, Sr. and the late Bessie Irene Jarrard. James worked for the Georgia Department of Transportation, was retired from the Duluth post office, and was a member of Skitts Mountain Baptist Church.
Survivors include his wife of 41 years, Nancy Walden, Clermont; son and daughter-in-law, Jason and Natasha Jenkins, Clermont; daughter and son-in-law, Pamela and Joey Lindsey, Cleveland; grandchildren, Tyler and Stella Lindsey, Cassie Lindsey, Alyssa Jenkins, Kaylee Jenkins, Jenna Brooke Jenkins, and Andrew Jenkins; great grandchildren, Rob Lindsey and Mila Lindsey; sisters and brothers-in-law, Phyliss and David Sullens, Johnnie Sue and Jeff Cowart; brothers and sisters-in-law, Ricky and Robbie Walden, Jason and Missy Walden; several nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Sunday, September 22, 2019 at Skitts Mountain Baptist Church. The Rev. Kyle Savage will officiate. Interment will follow at Skitts Mountain Baptist Church cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 4:00 – 8:00 P.M. Saturday at the funeral home.
To share a memory or to leave a condolence please visit www.barrettfh.com
Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland
Terry Pressley Grier: Obituary
Obituaries September 17, 2019
Mr. Terry Pressley Grier, age 53, of Cleveland, passed away Sunday, September 15, 2019.
Mr. Grier was born in Habersham County, was a graduate of Habersham Central High School and was employed by Kubota.
Survivors include wife, Karen Grier, Cleveland; son, Josh Garrett, Cleveland; daughter, Christina Garrett; mother, Mamie Arrowood Croy; father, David Grier; sisters and brothers-in-law, Peggy and Luther Mize and Mary Jane and Wesley Roberson; 5 grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews.
Memorial services are scheduled for 2 PM Thursday, September 19, 2019 from the Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. The Rev. Brandon Hester will officiate.
The family will receive friends from 12 Noon- 2 PM Thursday prior to the service.
To share a memory or leave a condolence, visit barrettfh.com.