Michelle Strickland

October 28, 1961 – October 29, 2018

Karen Michele Parris Strickland, age 57 of Orange Beach, AL, passed away Monday, October 29th, 2018 peacefully at home in the company of her children, animals and husband after a two-year battle with Cancer.

A Celebration of Life Service will take place at 1:30 PM on Sunday, November 11th, 2018 at The Christian Life Island Church, 25550 Canal Road, Orange Beach, AL. 36561. A reception with the family will follow the service at GTs on the Bay, 26189 Canal Road, Orange Beach, AL. 36561. Pastor Fred Franks will officiate.

Michele was born to Regina and Danny Parris on October 28, 1961 at Copper Basin Hospital in Copper Hill, Tennessee.

Michele spent her childhood in various towns where her parents ministered including New Orleans, LA, Alapaha and Griffin, GA. Michele was a rabid Georgia Bulldog fan. She has maintained many lifelong relationships with her friends from Griffin High School, where she was active in many church and school activities. Michele spent 18 years in sales and office administration with Valvoline Oil and Stratus Computer before “retiring” in 1998. Later she indulged her passions for decorating and design, opening her own Antiques and crafts business. Most importantly, her driving and constant passion was her role as mother and homemaker. In addition to her own children, Michele was always looking to mother any young person, animal or adult in need of an ear, some advice, a pat on the head and a meal. Her seasonal decorating and her legendary Christmas displays were the Zenith of her love of house and home, her desire to nurture and her way of spreading joy to everyone she touched.

Michele is survived by her husband, Tim Strickland, son Richard Owen and wife Nina Owen, daughter Brooke Owen, Son in Law John P. Bloom III, grandchildren Audrey Lynne Bloom, John Preston Bloom IV, and Benjamin Edward Bloom. She is further survived by her parents, Regina and Danny Parris, brother Mike Parris and wife Lisa, niece Kristi Robinson and husband Jason Robinson, niece Kelli Parris, nephew Mac Smith, grandfather Buford Arp, former husband Rich Owen and wife Kathy, and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Her daughter, the late Stephanie Lynne Bloom proceeded her in death.

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that a donation be made to the Mitchell Cancer Institute Kilborn Clinic in Fairhope, AL where Michele received such outstanding and compassionate care.

Cason Funeral Service in Foley, Alabama in charge of arrangements. Announced as a courtesy by Cochran Funeral Home & Crematory of Blairsville.

Carol Ann (Fleming) Head

October 23, 1939 – October 23, 2018

The Cochran Funeral Home & Crematory of Blairsville announces Memorial Services for Carol Ann (Fleming) Head of Blairsville who Celebrated her 79th birthday in Heaven on October 23, 2018!

She will be warmly remembered by all who knew her, but especially missed by her family: Daughter, LuAnn Head, of Blairsville; Son and daughter-in-law, Robert L. Head, III and his wife, Stacy Torbett Head, of Blairsville; Son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Heather Head of Redding, California; and Son, Kevin C. Head and his spouse, Frank Lanciani, of Hyannis, Massachusetts; Also, sharing in her legacy are four grandchildren: Joshua Rose and his wife, Rebecca; Matthew Faris, Jiraiya Head, and Astraea Head; and great grandchildren, Zoey Grace Nicholson and Dawson Asher Rose.

Memorial Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 27, 2018 at First United Methodist Church of Union County with Pastor Mark Burgess officiating. She will be laid to rest next to her husband at Union Memory Gardens Cemetery following the service.

The family will gather with friends from 10 a.m. until the service begins.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations in Carol’s Memory be sent to the charity organization of your choice.

Alice Henderson

April 07, 1938 – May 22, 2019

Mrs. Alice Henderson age 81 of James Henderson Rd. Young Harris passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday May 22, 2019 following an extended illness. Mrs. Henderson was born on April 7, 1938 in Dalton, GA., the daughter of the late Grayson Ramey and the late Dallie Griggs Ramey. She was a lifelong resident of Union County. Alice loved sewing, quilting, gardening and growing flowers. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Her one special request was that you all meet her in Heaven. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Thomas Henderson in 2010, two sons, Doug Henderson in 2008, Carlos Henderson in 2006, three brothers, Jerry and Junior Ramey and Frank Mckin and a sister, Josephine Mckin. Mrs. Henderson was a member of Many Forks Baptist Church.

Surviving Mrs. Henderson are two sons and one daughter in law, Darrel and Mary Henderson of Franklin, NC., Sammy Henderson of Warne, four grandchildren, Venessa Long and Haley Henderson of Franklin, Eric Henderson of Ft. Oglethorpe and Dustin Henderson of Young Harris, two great grandchildren, Liam Long and Angyll Henderson, Rilee Flowers, Colton & Summer Henderson. several nieces, nephews, many other relatives and friends also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Friday May 24, 2019 at 2:00 pm from the Mountain View Chapel with Rev. R.L. Martin and Rev. Billy Stiles officiating. The following gentleman will serve as pallbearers, Scott Lockaby, Ron Bradburn, Eric Henderson, Logan Quinton, Hunter Quinton and Junior Chastain. Special music will be L.D. & Irene Buchanan. Interment will follow in the Many Forks Baptist Church Cemetery where she will rest next to her beloved husband James. The family will meet with friends at the funeral home on Thursday evening from 6-9:00 pm.

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

Frank Ray Rogers

February 19, 1927 – May 9, 2019

The Cochran Funeral Home & Crematory of Blairsville announces Funeral Services for Frank Ray Rogers, age 92 of Blairsville who passed away on Thursday, May 9, 2019.

Ray was born in Union County, Georgia on February 19, 1927, one of nine children in the household. His family lived in the Young Cane area where his father operated a store . Eventually, they moved to Blairsville to expand the family’s merchant business. Ray volunteered for the Army when he was 17 years old and was sent to fight for his country during World War II. Ray returned home to continue his father’s mercantile business and begin a family of his own. Ray worked for the store and hauled merchandise in from Atlanta. The store grew to include groceries, clothing, and furniture.

Ray’s approach to business and life is admired by many and will long be remembered. A number of people have shared stories that “Ray Rogers kept my family from starving”. Ray had a big heart and would stand to help anyone. Ray had been an active member of both the Methodist Church for 88 years and in the Allegheny Masonic Lodge #114 where he received his 70 years apron this past year. He enjoyed athletic competition and passed along that legacy to his family. He and others started the local Quarterback Club which still continues to this day.

He leaves behind: his loving wife of 72 years, Mamie Townsend Rogers; son & daughter-in-law, Terry & Jerri Rogers; daughter & son-in-law, Kay & Milton Bradley; brother, Tommy Rogers; and sister, Louise Lance. Also, sharing in his legacy are three grandchildren and five great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank Randall Rogers and Roberta Seabolt Rogers; five brothers; and one sister.

Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 12, 2019 at First United Methodist Church of Union County with Pastor Mark Burgess officiating. Eulogy will be given by Mandy Hunter. Music will be provided by Tommy Townsend and John Nix. Military Honors will be presented by the North Georgia Honor Guard. Interment will follow at Union Memory Gardens with Masonic Rites presented by Allegheny Lodge #114. The following gentlemen have been selected to serve as pallbearers: Larry Lance, Gary Lance, Robby Rogers, Mark Rogers, Tommy Rogers, and Robert Rogers. Honorary pallbearers include Rogers Food Store employees and friends.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday evening from 6 until 9 p.m.

Arrangements entrusted to the care of Cochran Funeral Home & Crematory of Blairsville.

Christopher Wade Mason

Cochran Funeral Home and Crematory of Blairsville announces the death and graveside services for Christopher Wade Mason, age 67, of Fair Oaks Range, Texas, who passed away on Friday, February 15th, 2019 in Gwinnett Medical Center in Lawrenceville, Georgia.

Mr. Mason was born in Copperhill, Tennessee, a son of Geraldine Grizzle Mason, and the late Wade Robert Mason. He lived for many years in Buford, Georgia.

Surviving family members include his mother, Mrs. Geraldine Mason, of Winder, Georgia; son and daughter-in-law, David Christopher and Lana Mason, of Fair Oaks Ranch, Texas; and son and daughter-in-law, Andrew Lee and Cristy Mason of Yellville, Arkansas; a brother, Gregory Mason, of Grayson, Georgia; three grandchildren: Hayleigh Mason, Kamryn Mason, and Sarah Mason. Many other relatives and friends also survive.

UPDATE: DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER MEMORIAL SERVICES WILL BE HELD AT COCHRAN FUNERAL HOME’S CHAPEL (NOT AT GRAVESIDE) ON Wednesday, February 20th, 2019, at 12 noon. Interment will be held later at Providence United Methodist Cemetery.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Cochran Funeral Home and Crematory of Blairsville. Please share your condolences and sign the online guest registry at www.cochranfuneralhomes.com.

Michael Nuel Mills

November 06, 1947 – February 19, 2019

Michael Nuel Mills (“Mike”), 71, of Blairsville, GA passed away peacefully at his home following an extended illness on Tuesday, February 19, 2019. Mike was born on November 6, 1947 in Columbus, GA, son of the late Nuel Hugh Mills and the late Ruby Marion Bazemore (“Teeny”) Mills. Mr. Mills was a graduate of the University of Georgia and a longtime teacher with the Muscogee County School District in Columbus, GA where he also worked as the Assistant Director of Transportation totaling 33 years of service. Mike loved Georgia football, collectibles, NASCAR, history, bulldogs, and he loved to make people laugh and smile with his quick wit. Most of all he loved his family dearly, and he was a devoted and caring husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Mr. Mills was a member of the First Baptist Church of Blairsville, GA.

Michael Nuel Mills is survived by his loving wife and best friend of forty seven years, Jane Ellen Powell (“Lightning”) Mills of Blairsville, GA; two sons, Stephen Mills of Clarksville, GA and Jason Mills (Kimberly Mills) of Camden, NC; three sisters, Donna Baker (Colonel William H. Baker) of Mobile, AL; Kathy Mills and Lisa Mills both of Columbus, GA; two grandchildren, Luke Mills and Lauren Mills both of Camden, NC; nephew, Christopher Baker (Ashley) of Mobile, AL; nieces Amy Baker and Angela Baker both of Mobile, AL; as well as many other family members and friends. Mike enriched the lives of many, and he will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 2, 2019 at 2:00 pm in the chapel of First Baptist Church in Blairsville, GA with Mike’s cousin, Rev. Brian Bazemore officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital at www.stjude.org. The family will meet with friends following the services at First Baptist Church.

Mountain View Funeral Home of Blairsville, GA is in charge of the arrangements, and those who wish may sign the on-line family guest registry at www.mountainviewfuneralhome.com.

Sandra Elaine Bryson

March 08, 1965 – February 06, 2019

Mrs. Sandra Elaine Bryson age 53 of Georgia Hwy 180 Blairsville passed away peacefully on Wednesday February 6, 2019 in the North East GA Medical Center following an extended illness. Sandra was born on March 8, 1965 in Blairsville, GA., the daughter of Mary Jane Reid McCollum and the late Robert William McCollum. She was a native and lifelong resident of Union County. Sandra always worked hard all of her life. She loved cleaning and doing housework. She was a very loving and caring mother, daughter, sister and grandmother. Sandra was of the Baptist faith.

Surviving Sandra are her loving husband, Howard Bryson of Young Harris, her mother, Mary McCollum of Blairsville, one son and daughter in law, Chris and Clarice Bryson of Blairsville, two brothers, Donald McCollum and Merle McCollum both of Blairsville, one sister, Darlene Reed of Toccoa, GA., three grandchildren, McKenzie Dawn Bryson, Myra Leigh Bryson and Robert Gunner Bryson, several nieces, nephews, many other relatives and friends also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday February 9, 2019 at 2:00 pm from the Mountain View Chapel with Rev. Danny White officiating. Special music will be presented by the faith singers. The following gentleman will serve as pallbearers, Larry. Donald and Wayne McCollum and Chris Bryson. Interment will follow in the Union Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will meet with friends at the funeral home on Friday evening from 6-9:00 pm.

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

Bessie Lorene Bryant

April 12, 1925 – February 03, 2019

Mrs. Bessie Lorene Bryant age 93 of Tanyard St. Blairsville passed away peacefully on Sunday February 3, 2019 in the Union County Nursing Home following an extended illness. Mrs. Bryant was born on Aptil 12, 1925 in Hayesville, NC., the daughter of the late Verlin Groves and the late Jessie Sampson Groves. She was a lifelong resident of Union County. Mrs. Bryant loved walking and being outdoors. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ford Bryant, her sister, Mary Weaver and four brothers, Ray, Jay, Tom and Grady Groves. Mrs. Bryant was of the Baptist faith.

Surviving Mrs. Bryant are two sons and one daughter in law, Anthony and Faye Bryant of Blairsville, David Bryant of Blairsville, one daughter, Debbie Love of Blairsville, two brothers and sisters in law, Bill and Mona Bryant of California, Jack and Mary Groves of Georgia, one grandson, David Bryant, several nieces, nephews, many other relatives and friends also survive.

No services are planned at this time. In lieu of flowers if you wish, the family request that donations may be made to the Union County Nursing Home Activities Dept. or to a favorite charity of your choice in Mrs. Bryant’s memory.

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

Danny Davis

October 08, 1944 – January 24, 2019

Mr. Danny Davis age 74 of Langford Lane Blairsville passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family at his home on Thursday January 24, 2019 following an extended illness. Mr. Davis was born on October 8, 1944 in Wilmington, DE., the son of the late Reginald C. Davis and the late Dorothy Sapp Davis. He was a veteran of the US National Guard. He was a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather and great grandfather. Danny was a huge Dallas Cowboys fan. He was preceded in death by his parents and also a grandson, Danny Davis III, two brothers, Reginald and James Davis and a sister, Barbara Dixon.

Surviving Mr. Davis are his loving wife and best friend of fifty three years, Margaret Joseph Davis of Blairsville, one son and daughter in law, Danny and Christine Davis Jr. of Lakeland, FL., one daughter and son in law, Dana and Mitchell Kogod of Blairsville, one sister and brother in law, Patty and Christopher Cain of Charlotte, NC., three grandchildren, Emily, Richard and Christine, three great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, many other relatives and friends also survive.

No services are planned at this time. In lieu of flowers if you wish, the family requests that donations may be made to the American cancer Society in Danny’s memory.

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