Mrs. Edith Belle Hunter, age 71, of Lilburn, GA, passed away peacefully with her loving husband by her side at her home on Monday, September 16, 2019, following a brief illness. Mrs. Hunter, the daughter of the late Elmer Sosebee and late Elnora Powell Sosebee was born on January 21, 1948, in Young Harris, GA. Edith enjoyed much of her time reading mystery novels and feeding her many critters. She was known and loved for her quick wit and generous heart. Every Christmas since 1968, she ensured that each child from her family would receive special and individualized gifts. Behind her mischievous smirk, she was a loving and caring wife, sister, and aunt. Mrs. Hunter was of the Baptist faith and attended Mountain Park First Baptist Church.

Surviving Mrs. Hunter are her loving husband and best friend of 52 years, Earl Hunter of Lilburn, sister, Jean Thomas of Young Harris, three brothers and sisters in law, Bill and Geraldine Sosebee of Buford, Fred and Carolyn Sosebee of Gainesville, George and Wanda Sosebee of Young Harris, and uncle/cousin, Allen Sosebee of Young Harris. Several nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, and many other relatives and friends also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, September 20, 2019, at 2:00 pm from the Mountain View Chapel with Rev. Bradley Thomas officiating. Special music will be presented by Josie Bradley. The following gentleman will serve as pallbearers: Ryan Rogers, Leon Sosebee, Steve Hunter, Matthew Hunter, Zachary Sosebee, Stanley Hunter, and Dereck Johnson. Interment will follow in the West Union Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will meet with friends on Wednesday evening from 6-8:00 pm at the Bill Head Funeral Home in Lilburn as well as on Thursday evening at the Mountain View Funeral Home from 6-9:00 pm. Flowers are accepted, or if you wish, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society in Edith’s memory.

Mountain View Funeral Home of Blairsville is in charge of the arrangements. You may sign the family guest book and send condolences online at www.mountainviewfuneralhome.com.