Anita P. Bryson: Obituary
Obituaries December 17, 2018
Anita Bryson
November 24, 1946 – December 11, 2018
Mrs. Anita P. Bryson age 72 of Bells Gap Rd. Hiawassee passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday December 11, 2018 following an extended illness. Anita was born on November 24, 1946 in Blairsville, GA., the daughter of the late James Earl Patterson and the late Dena Juanita King Patterson. She was a lifelong resident of Towns and Union Counties. Anita loved painting, crafting, baking and cooking for her friends and family. She loved spending time with those she loved. She was a loving and caring mother, sister, grandmother and great grandmother. She was preceded in death by her husband, Grant Wayne Bryson, a daughter, Autumn Estee Bryson, a sister, Catherine Mosley, brother, Jimmy Patterson. Mrs. Bryson was of the Baptist faith.
Surviving Mrs. Bryson are one daughter, Dena Robin Bryson of Hiawassee, four sisters and three brothers in law, Phyllis and Guy Wayne Shook of Blairsville, Barbara Moss of Blairsville, Pat and Bud Ledbetter of Blairsville, Martha and Wayne Matheson of Hayesville, brother and sister in law, Gerald and Beth Patterson, brother in law Stanley and Peggy Bryson, sister in law Regina Lee, two grandchildren, Harley Beasley and Teria Beasley, one great grandchild, Tatum, her caregivers, Robin and Stephanie, several nieces, nephews, cousins, many other relatives and friends also survive.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday December 13, 2018 at 2:00 pm from the Mountain View Chapel with Rev. Wayne Matheson and Gerald Patterson officiating. Special music will be presented by Martha Davenport, Daniel Moss, Gerald and Beth Patterson. The following gentleman will serve as pallbearers, Derek Moss, Daniel Moss, Brandon Matheson, Jasper Deese , Cooper Lance and Tyler McCollum. Interment will follow in the Old Union Baptist Church cemetery where she will rest next to her beloved husband Grant. Flowers are accepted of if you wish, the family requests that donations may be to Homestead Hospice in Anita’s memory. The family will meet with friends at the funeral home on Wednesday 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
William “Grumpy” Roberson: Obituary
Obituaries December 17, 2018William Elbert Roberson
September 14, 1930 – December 05, 2018
Mr. William “Grumpy” Roberson age 88 of Blairsville passed away peacefully at the Union General Nursing Home on Wednesday December 5, 2018 with his loving family by his side. Mr. Roberson was born on September 14, 1930 to the late Efton Lee Roberson and the late Maurine Cowen Roberson. He was a lifelong resident of Union County. Grumpy enjoyed working on race cars, bowling, singing and making music. Mr. Roberson was of the Baptist Faith. Surviving Grumpy are his loving wife and companion of 58 years Violet Hartness Roberson of Blairsville, sons Steve and Michael Roberson of Blairsville, daughters and son in laws Linda and Tommy Weeks of Loganville GA, Pamela and Herbert Brown of Blairsville, sister and brother in law Abby and Earl Humphries of Knoxville TN, brother and sisters in law Lee and Sally Roberson of Blairsville, Jerry and Linda Roberson of Blairsville, Tony and Shirley Roberson of Blairsville, twelve grandchildren Tina Blackstock, Heather Weeks, Scotty Roberson, Stacy Roberson, Christy Clark, Josh Clark, Jennifer Fair, Kimberley Hughes, Elizabeth Roberson, Mark Roberson, Latasha Beavers and Aston Brown, many Great Grandchildren and many, many Great-Grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Saturday December 8, 2018 at the Zion Hill Baptist Church with the Rev. Andy Hill and the Rev. Luther Thomas officiating. The following Gentlemen will serve as pallbearers, Ronnie Odom, Jaraad Garrett, Elizabeth Roberson, Austin Brown, Herbert Brown, and Scotty Roberson. Visitation for Mr. Roberson will be Friday at the funeral home from 6-9:00 pm. In lieu of flowers the family asks any donations be made to help defray expenses. Mountain View Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. You may sign the family guest book and send condolences at www.mountainview.com
James Douglas Souther: Obituary
Obituaries December 3, 2018
James Douglas Souther
September 02, 1937 – November 28, 2018
Mr. James Douglas Souther age 81 of Blairsville passed away on Wednesday November 28, 2018 in the Union General Hospital following an extended illness. Mr. Souther was born on September 2, 1937 in Union County, the son of the late Gordon Souther and the late Thelma Ensley Souther. He was a lifelong resident of Union County and was a veteran of the US Air Force. James was a loving husband, brother and uncle. He was preceded in death by his parents and also a sister, Agnus (Ann) Fussell. James was of the Baptist faith.
Surviving Mr. Souther are his loving wife and best friend for 51 years, Claudine Butts Souther of Blairsville, two sisters, Evelyn Turner of Blairsville, Betty Duggan of Ringgold GA, cousins, Donald Duggan, Jack Duggan and Mona Trotter, nieces, Kathy Prince, Sandy Page and Kelley Davis, nephew, Jack Turner, many other relatives and friends also survive.
Funeral services will be held on Friday November 30, 2018 at 1:00 pm from the Mountain View Chapel with Rev. Jerry Karnes and Rev Steve Roten officiating. Special music will be presented by Junior Bridges. The following gentleman will serve as pallbearers, Danny Owenby Richard Haigler, Jerry Hemphill, Danny Stephens and Ronnie Coker. Interment will follow in the Meadow View, Cemetery with the North GA Honor Guard conducting Military Honors. The family will meet with friends at the funeral home on Friday from 11-1:00 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
Lavada Louise Cheek: Obituary
Obituaries November 26, 2018
Lavada Louise Cheek
August 21, 1956 – November 20, 2018
Mrs. Lavada Louise Cheek age 62 of Corn Flower Rd. Blairsville passed away peacefully with her husband by her side on Tuesday November 20, 2018 in the Union General Hospital following a brief illness. Mrs. Cheek was born on August 21, 1956 in Union County, the daughter of the late C.A. Holbrooks and the late Bertha Duckworth Holbrooks. She was a native and lifelong resident of Union County. Lavada loved Gospel singing (She sang at many churches and for funerals), most of all she loved telling everyone that she met about Jesus, witnessing to them and the love that he had for them. She was a loving and caring wife, mother, sister, grandmother and great grandmother. She was preceded in death by her parents and also two brothers, Calvin Holbrooks and Roy Edward Holbrooks and three sisters, Rita Faye Kelley, Eva Nell Smith and Barbara Ellen Holbrooks. Lavada was a member of the Day of Grace Baptist Church.
Surviving Lavada are her loving husband and best friend, Herman Cheek of Blairsville, five daughters, Amber Hernandez of Norcross, Tabitha Pacheco of Pasco, FL., Brittany Hunter, Jennifer Cascarano, Jamie George all of Blairsville, one son, Jonathan Hunter of Blairsville, three stepsons, Kevin Cheek of Blairsville, James and Gary Cheek of Hiram, GA., two brothers and one sister in law, Quinton and Wanda Holbrooks , Ted Holbrooks all of Blairsville, three sisters and two brothers in law, Phyllis and Melvin Fuller of Lawrenceville, Leona Hunter, Joyce and Herbert Teague all of Blairsville, seventeen grandchildren, one great grandchild, several nieces, nephews, many other relatives and friends also survive.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday November 24, 2018 at 2:00 pm from the Mountain View Chapel with Rev. Lee Tanner and Rev. Patrick Odell. Special music will be presented by Lee and Cathy Griggs. The following gentleman will serve as pallbearers, Joe Teague, Luis Hernandez, Davis Posey, Destin Posey, Ricky Hughes and Wayne Hughes. Interment will follow in the Woods Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Flowers are accepted or if you wish, the family requests that donations may be made to the Woods Grove Cemetery Fund in Lavada’s memory. 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
Lauretta Marie Carr: Obituary
Obituaries November 26, 2018
Lauretta Marie Carr
February 12, 1943 – November 13, 2018
Mrs. Lauretta Marie Carr age 75 of Blairsville passed away peacefully on Tuesday November 13, 2018 at Stonehenge following an extended illness. Mrs. Carr was born on Feb. 12, 1943 in Bangor, ME., the daughter of the late Edward Michael MacDonald and the late Yvonne Elizabeth Michaud MacDonald. Mrs. Carr loved quilting, cooking, Southern Gospel music, and family. She was a loving and caring mother, sister, grandmother and great grandmother. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wendell Carr in 2011. Mrs. Carr was a member of Antioch Baptist Church.
Surviving Mrs. Carr are one son and daughter in law, Mark and Micki Carr of Blairsville, one daughter and son in law, Debbie- Jo and Keith Barley of Pace, FL., two brothers and sisters in law, Neil and Jeanne MacDonald of Hermon, ME., Mike and Donna MacDonald of Newburgh, ME., one sister and brother in law, Ann-Marie and Richard Madore of Hampden, ME., four grandchildren, Michael Carr, James Oliver, Mandi Zeger and Eric Oliver, five great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, many other relatives and friends also survive.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday November 24, 2018 at 3:00 pm at the Antioch Baptist Church with Rev. George Cline officiating, eulogy by granddaughter Mandi Zeger. Special music will be presented by Mark Carr and Kaley Raper. The following gentlemen will serve as pallbearers, Michael Carr, Richard Madore, Neil MacDonald, Mike MacDonald, James Oliver and Jesse Zeger. Interment will follow in the church cemetery where she will rest next to her beloved husband Wendell. In lieu of flowers if you wish, the family requests that donations may be made to the Antioch Baptist Church Music Ministry or to Georgia Mountain Hospice in Mrs. Carr’s memory. The family will meet with friends at the Antioch Baptist Church on Saturday Nov. 24, 2018 from 2:00-3:00 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
William “Bill” Ray Fisher: Obituary
Obituaries November 26, 2018
William “Bill” Ray Fisher
February 11, 1947 – November 10, 2018
Mr. William “Bill” Ray Fisher, age 71, of Shope Lane, Blairsville, passed away from a sudden illness at his residence Saturday, November 10, 2018.
Born in Alliance, Ohio to the late Robert and Floetta (Schultz) Fisher on February 11, 1947, Bill enjoyed golfing and fishing throughout his younger years. Bill moved to the Blairsville area from Bradenton, FL and enjoyed the fellowship and friendship he found at the Cabin Coffee Shop.
Bill is preceeded in death by a daughter, Mindi Fisher, in 2011, and survived by his sons, Michael (Dianne) Fisher of Wake Forrest, NC; Andrew (Ana) Fisher of Albany, NY; Chandler Fisher of Bradenton, FL; Chase (Jessica) Fisher of Bradenton, FL and a daughter, Tatum Fisher of Blairsville, GA. He is also survived by his brother Robert (Linda) Fisher of North Port, FL as well as four granddaughters and 4 grandsons.
A memorial service will be held in Bradenton, FL at a later date and will be announced. You may sign the family guest book and send condolences online via Mountain View Funeral Home at www.mountainviewfuneralhome.com.
Union County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 11/05 to 11/11
Arrest Reports November 13, 2018
Arrest report provided by the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Georgia Open Records Act (O.C.G.A. 50-18-70) allows for www.fetchyournews.com to obtain and post the arrest records of any and all individuals arrested in Union County GA. Those arrests are posted on www.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.
William Meredith Crenshaw: Obituary
Obituaries November 1, 2018
William Meredith Crenshaw
December 05, 1928 – October 28, 2018
Mr. William Meredith Crenshaw age 89 of Young Harris GA went home peacefully to be with his lord and savior on Sunday, October 28, 2018 after an extended illness at the Clay County Care Center Hayesville NC.
Known as “Bill” to many, “Meredith” to many of his family members and daddy, pop or papa to his kids and grandkids. He was born on December 5, 1928 to the late Jesse E Crenshaw and Lola Barlow Crenshaw, Hawkinsville GA. Bill was a Navy veteran entering service at the end of WWII, serving in Pensacola FL and on board the USS Wantuck, APD 125 and was a past member of the American Legion. After leaving military service he and his loving wife Jenny settled in Orlando Florida. He was a self-taught HVAC technician, but there was nothing he couldn’t build or repair. He retired from Orange County Florida Government in 1988 where he was a maintenance foreman at the Orange County Court House. He and his wife loved to camp and visited all 50 states. He was a hard worker and devoted to his wife of 70 years and to his 5 sons and 1 daughter.
He loved his church and church family, he taught Sunday school for many years at Ivy Log Baptist Church Blairsville, GA. He was never at a loss for words telling others about his faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. Before moving to Young Harris he and his family attended Orlando Baptist Church where he was a long time Deacon and Sunday school teacher. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, and two sisters.
Bill is survived by his loving wife of 70 years Virginia E. (Dowdy) Crenshaw, brothers Billy (Janice) Crenshaw, and Sam (Shelia) Crenshaw; son and daughter-in-law Ed and Pauline Crenshaw of Young Harris, GA son and daughter-in-law Jim and Sharon Crenshaw of Toccoa GA, son and daughter-in-law Chuck and Helga Crenshaw of Arabi, GA, son Mike Crenshaw of Young Harris, GA, son Keith Crenshaw of Orlando FL, and daughter and son –in-law Peggy and Mike Waddell of Prosper TX. He also is survived by 12 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren, and 1 great-great grandchild, as well as many nieces and nephews and a host of great friends.
Visitation will be on Tuesday evening October 30, 2018 from 6-8 pm at Mountain View Funeral Home, Blairsville GA.
Funeral Services will be held at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel in Blairsville GA on Wednesday October 31, 2018 at 1:00 pm with the Reverend Tony Black and Reverend Jerry Karnes officiating, interment will follow at Ivy Log Baptist Cemetery, Hwy 129, Blairsville GA, with full military honor guard salute immediately following the funeral service. Music provided by Elaine Young & Biz Roesch. The following gentlemen serving as pallbearers: Matt Crenshaw, Jesse Crenshaw, Michael Crenshaw, Peyton Fleming, Josiah Waddell, and Buddy Crenshaw. Memorial donations in the name of William M. (Bill) Crenshaw can be made to the building fund of Ivy Log Baptist Church, Blairsville GA.
Mountain View Funeral Home of Blairsville GA is in charge of the arrangements. You may sign the gust book and send condolences online at www.mountainviewfuneralhome.com
Mary Elizabeth Hensley: Obituary
Obituaries October 3, 2018Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Hensley, age 84, of Blairsville, GA, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, September 24, 2018.
A life long resident of Union County, Mrs. Hensley was born on February 24, 1934 to the late Edward & Nancy Harkins Payne. She loved her family and community, as well as, Fishing every chance she got. She also loved a good game of cards with family and friends. Mary goes on to be with her parents, Ed & Nancy Payne; Husband, Marcus Hensley; Daughter, Brenda Sue Gay; Sisters, Mattie Plott ( Tom), Bessie Gilreath ( Russell), Bertha Garner, Nora Evans, Martha Ross Hawkins (Jack) and Bonnie Payne; Brothers, Hobert Payne, Willie “Bill” Payne (Margaret) and J.P. Payne. She will be remembered by all who new her, but especially missed by her Grandson, Roy Johnson; Great-Grandsons, Johnathan Johnson and Michael Henderson; Sister, Grapell Rich; Son-in-law, Tom Gay; Sisters-in-law, Evelyn Payne and Martha Fortenberry and Brother-in-law, Joe Evans. Also sharing in her legacy and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at 2:00pm from the chapel of Cochran Funeral Home & Crematory of Blairsville, with Rev. Ray Potts officiating. Special music will be presented by Megan Kerr and The Potts Brothers.Burial will be in Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church Cemetery. Serving as Pallbearers; Chris Anderson, James Bridges, Robbie Evans, Paul Garner, Mike Harkins and Eddie Rich.In lieu of flowers donations may be made to defray funeral expenses; make checks payable to Cochran Funeral Home and Crematory, P.O. Box 338, Blairsville, GA 30514.
The family will receive friends from 12:00noon until the funeral hour at the funeral home.
Cochran Funeral Home & Crematory of Blairsville is honored to be serving in charge of the arrangements.
Nancy Lee Trant: Obituary
Obituaries October 3, 2018
Mrs. Nancy Lee Trant, age 77 of Hiawassee Park formerly of Murphy, N.C., passed away peacefully on Sunday September 23, 2018, surrounded by her loving family following an extended illness. Mrs. Trant was born on November 9, 1940 in Flint, MI., the daughter of the late John Warner Brown and the late Marion Helen Lundsten Brown.
Mrs. Trant loved animals and served as the Executive Directive of the Humane Society in Sarasota, Florida. She was very involved in the Republican Party in Michigan and served as Genesee County Commissioner in Flint, Michigan from 1977 to 1983. Mrs. Trant was a delegate to the 1976 and 1980 Republican National Convention for Ronald Reagan. Mrs. Trant served as the Michigan Executive Director in 1984 for President Reagan’s re-election campaign. Her passion for liberty and the protection and adherence to our Constitution was a driving force in her life. She was a loving mother, sister, aunt, grandmother and great grandmother. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Trant in 2013, her parents and also a sister, Vivian DiPaolo. Nancy was of the Christian faith and looked forward to her Heavenly home with Jesus.
Surviving Mrs. Trant are two daughters and sons in law, Debbie and Gerry Shaw of Asheville, NC., Diana and Mark Donaldson of Grand Blanc, MI., one son, Dan Anderson of Reno, NV., one sister, Linda Headrick of Ft. Mills, SC., one brother, Warner Brown of Elmira, MI., ten grandchildren, two great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, and many other relatives and friends.
A memorial service will be held in November in Asheville, NC, time and place to be determined. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your local Humane Society in memory of Mrs. Trant.
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.
Kemp Chooses the High Road After Cagle Fires False Runoff Attacks
FYNTV, News, Politics, State & National June 7, 2018
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Margaret Williamson to challenge David Ralston in Republican Primary
Featured, Politics January 16, 2018
Margaret Williamson announces run for Georgia House of Representatives, District 7.
BLUE RIDGE, Ga. – The 2018 election is already starting to take shape as challengers emerge announcing bids for candidacy against well-known incumbents. The most recent of these announcements comes from Margaret Williamson who intends to face off against Speaker of the Georgia House of Representatives David Ralston.
Ralston was first elected to the Georgia House of Representatives in 2002 and represents House District 7, which includes Fannin County, Gilmer County and a portion of Dawson County. Ralston is the 73rd Speaker of the Georgia House of Representatives, a position he has held since 2010.
Williamson, who resides in Ellijay, made a statement discussing her decision to run:
“For many years I have been involved in political campaigns, on local, state, and national levels. I have actively participated in legislative issues, in support of or in opposition to, learning all the way. Now I intend to use this experience and acquired knowledge to enter into the process as a candidate.”
Already having begun the process of running for the House District 7 seat in the Georgia House of Representatives, Williamson acknowledged in her statement that she has mailed the “Declaration to Accept Campaign Contributions” form to the Georgia State Transparency & Campaign Finance Committee.
After approval of this form, Williamson’s next step will be to complete the qualifying process held in March of this year. The qualifying will officially make Williamson a candidate in the Republican Primary for Georgia State House Representative, District 7.
Williamson concluded her statement by announcing that she is in the process of creating a Facebook page which will contain her position on various issues.
“This decision is the culmination of months of debate and prayer. Please continue praying for both John and me,” Williamson said. “This is an exciting time for me.”
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*UPDATED* School Closings Due to Severe Weather Conditions
News September 11, 2017
- Union County Schools will be CLOSED Monday, September 11th and Tuesday, September 12th due to Gov. Nathan Deal declaring a state of emergency for all 159 counties in Georgia. Please continue to monitor here for further updates.
- Fannin County Schools will be closed for students and all personnel on Monday, September 11 and Tuesday, September 12, for students, as well as all faculty and staff, except for 12-month personnel, district directors, and principals. As long as it is safe to do so, all 12-month personnel, as well as district directors and principals, should anticipate reporting by 9:00 a.m. on September 12. These personnel should note, though, that this expectation may be revised, depending on the weather conditions overnight; nonetheless, if you ever believe it is unsafe to report, please notify your immediate supervisor. In addition, the Board of Education work session meeting that was scheduled for 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 12, has been cancelled. Please continue to stay safe!
- Pickens County Schools closed Monday, September 11th – TWELVE MONTH EMPLOYEES REPORT AT NORMAL TIME. Schools will also be closed on Tuesday, September 12. Twelve month employees will be contacted late Monday as to whether they will be required to come to work on Tuesday. All school activities, including athletic events and after-school programs, will be canceled.
- Gilmer County Schools will be closed Monday, September 11th and Sepember 12th due to Hurricane Irma. We have made this decision after consultation with local emergency management authorities and careful consideration of safety factors, such as the probability of severe winds especially at higher elevations, debris, dangerous road conditions and downed power lines left in its wake. Only 12 month staff should report if safe to do so.
- Dawson County Schools will be closed on Monday, September 11, and Tuesday, September 12, 2017. Twelve month employees will operate on a 2 hour delay.
- Lumpkin County Schools closed due to the weather forecast for our area, Lumpkin County Schools will be closed on Monday, September 11, and Tuesday, September 12, 2017. The anticipated high winds pose a significant threat to our students and staff. We understand that weather predictions are not always accurate, but we cannot ignore the potentially dangerous situation that this storm poses. Our number one priority is to keep our students and staff safe! Wednesday will still be a early release day as planned so that teachers will be available for parent conferences. 12 month employees should report if it is safe to do so.
- Towns County Schools closed Monday, September 11th and Tuesday, September 12th for all students. All employees should report at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, September 12th if safe to do so.
- White County Schools due to the severe weather forecast, White County Schools are closed for students and staff Monday, September 11, and Tuesday, September 12, 2017. Please be safe!
- Murray County Schools closed Monday September 11 and Tuesday September 12, due to the possible impact of Hurricane Irma. We have made this decision after consultation with local emergency management authorities and careful consideration of safety factors, such as the probability of severe winds, debris, dangerous road conditions, and downed power lines. We understand that weather predictions are often incorrect, but the size of this storm cannot be ignored. It is our hope that Murray County is spared from any of this storm’s impact, but we will always choose to error on the side of caution. All events planned for Monday and Tuesday evenings are also cancelled. This includes the September 11 MCPS Board meeting. This meeting will be rescheduled for Thursday, September 14 at 6:15 p.m. All maintenance, grounds crew, and transportation employees will meet at the transportation office.
Herbert Joseph Teague: Obituary
Obituaries June 6, 2019
Herbert Joseph Teague
February 04, 1942 – June 03, 2019
Mr. Herbert Joseph Teague, age 77 of Blairsville passed away peacefully at his home on June 3, 2019 surrounded by his loved ones.
Herb was born in Union County to the late Joe & Alean Teague. He loved his Lord and always looked forward to the many special days at church. He was a devoted member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, where he was the Sunday School Teacher.
Herb was a loving and caring Dad and Papaw. He loved to play the guitar, spending time with his friends at the car shows, and riding his lawn mower with Jackson & Sydney.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Alean Teague; his loving daughter, Mrs. Stephanie Teague Sharrock; sisters, Thelma Truitt & Frances Lee; along with his brother, Harold Teague.
Surviving Mr. Teague is his best friend and loving wife, Joyce; son and daughter-in-law, Joe and Kelly Teague of Blairsville; two brothers, Randall and Judy Teague and Robert and Mary Teague; His very special grandchildren, Sydney Sharrock of Canton, GA; Jackson & Adalynn Teague of Blairsville. There are many relatives, along with nieces and nephews that were so loved by Herbert.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday June 6, 2019 at 11:00am from the Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Tommy Jones & Rev. William Kerr officiating. A eulogy will be given by Herbert’s son Joe. Special music will be presented by Jimmy & Judy Thompson, Angie Burrell, and Will Potts. The following gentleman will serve as pallbearers; Joe Teague, Ricky Hughes, Bobby Warren, Bart Hoibraten, McCoy Walker, and Charles Baugh. The following gentleman will also serve as honorary pallbearers; Tim Jones, Will Potts, Roy Fortenberry and Gerald Potts. Interment will follow in the Union Memory Gardens Cemetery with Military Honors being conducted by the North Georgia Honor Guard. Flowers are accepted but if you wish, the family requests that donations be made to Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. The family will meet with friends on Wednesday evening from 6:00pm-9:00pm
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
Deborah “Debbie” Ann Hotrum: Obituary
Obituaries June 6, 2019
Deborah “Debbie” Ann Hotrum
October 26, 1957 – May 30, 2019
Ms. Deborah “Debbie” Ann Hotrum age 61 of Foggy Meadow Drive Blairsville passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at her home on Thursday May 30, 2019 following an extended illness. Debbie was born on October 26, 1957 in Plainwell, MI. Up until she became ill she was employed with the Union County Pet Hospital. She had a passion for animals. She loved them all. She was a loving and caring daughter, companion sister and aunt. Debbie was of the Protestant faith.
Surviving Ms. Hotrum are her parents, JoAnn and Gene Strickland of Blairsville, family, Crystal Winch of Blairsville, three daughters, Becky Sykes of Orlando, FL., Kelly Florer and Ciara Florer of Zephyr Hills, FL., one sister, Pattie Wagner of Zephyr Hills, three brothers and one sister in law, Michael Hotrum of Zephyr Hills, Michael and Brenda Strickland of Tampa, Andy Strickland of Macon, GA., nieces and nephews, Cory Hotrum, Joshua and Kayla Wagner, Brant and Paxton Strickland, many other relatives and friends also survive.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday June 6, 2019 at 1:00 pm from the First United Methodist Church with Rev. Mike Cloud officiating. In lieu of flowers if you wish, the family requests that donations may be made to the Union County Humane Society in Debbie’s memory. The family will meet with friends following the services at the church.
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
William “Bill” H. Berg: Obituary
Obituaries June 6, 2019
William “Bill” H. Berg
June 22, 1939 – May 24, 2019
William “Bill” H. Berg passed away peacefully Friday May 24th, 2019 at home with his wife by his side following an extended illness. Bill was born in Detroit Michigan June 22, 1939, the son of the late Hubert Berg and mother Marion Berg. Bill was preceded in death by his brother Richard (Patty) Berg of Sarasota, FL.
Bill is survived by Michelle, loving wife and best friend of 32 years, son William H. (Rhonda) Berg of Ft. Wayne, In., daughters Jamie S. (Gary) Hall of South Bend, In. and Susan E. Thomas of Fort Wayne, In, 5 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews; a host of his golfing, church family, relatives and friends also survive.
Bill moved to Ft. Wayne, In. in 1948 where he began his golfing career working at many Municipal Parks and doing what he loved-playing golf along with his gift of teaching and helping people who also loved the game. Bill joined the PGA of America in 1959 where it all started playing on tour around the United States. Traveling and playing golf was Bill’s desire and what he loved and he was an excellent player even beating Arnold Palmer by one stroke in an exhibition game at Cedar Creek Golf Club in Indiana – a highlight for Bill. Later in Bill’s career he was operational manager for ten golf courses in Florida, New York, Oklahoma, Phoenix and Pennsylvania.
After retirement, Bill and Michelle moved to Blairsville, Ga in 2004, still having his hands in the golf industry working as General Manager/PGA pro at Butternut Creek along with teaching golf at Old Union Golf Club and Mountain Harbour in Hayesville, NC.
Many students and friends will surely miss his teaching, his thumbs up and his high fives, and how he helped them play-his passion.
Along with golf, Bill’s winter sport was watching Hockey and his team, the Tampa Bay Lightning. He was very involved in starting junior hockey in Ft. Wayne, In.
Bill loved his Lord and his praise and worship time with church family at House of Prayer Church where you could hear him say loudly AMEN!
A celebration of life will be held Sunday June 2nd at 2:00 House of Prayer Church, Blairsville, Ga., with Rev. Jerry Helton officiating the service. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the House of Prayer Church in memory of Bill Berg. High Five my Love!
Mountain View Funeral Home of Blairsville is in charge of the arrangements. You may sign the family guest book and send your memories and condolences on line at www.mountainviewfuneralhome.com