Beverly Jean Schuette: Obituary
Obituaries February 22, 2020Mrs. Beverly Jean Schuette, age 80, of Bertson Circle, Blairsville, GA passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, February 11, 2020 following an extended illness. Mrs. Schuette was born on Sept. 14, 1939 in Titcarin, PA, the daughter of the late Eli Stone and the late Laura Cimrick Stone. She had lived here for the past 17 years moving here from West Palm Beach, FL. Mrs. Shuette was a devout Christian and lived to serve the Lord. She was a loving mother and grandmother and cherished her grandchildren. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ.
Survivors include her daughter, Laurie Brown of Blairsville, GA; her stepmother, Arthea Stone of PA., siblings, Glen Stone, Cindy Stone, Candy Stone, Margaret Stone and Curtis Stone; two grandsons, Kohl Brown and Kyle Brown, three great grandchildren, Addison, Maya and Andrew.
Memorial services will be held at a later date and will be announced. In lieu of flowers if you wish, the family request that donations may be made to help defray funeral expenses in Beverly’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
Robert Henry Johnson: Obituary
Obituaries February 22, 2020
Surviving Mr. Johnson are his loving wife and best friend of twenty-eight years, Sue Royal of Blairsville, one daughter, Kim Wagenaar and one son, Christopher Johnson both of Asheville, NC., five grandchildren, Brian, Ann and David Wagenaar of Chicago, Zoe and Nils Johnson of Zurich, Switzerland, a host of his church family, many other relatives and friends also survive.
Funeral services will be held on Monday February 17, 2020 at 11:00 am from the Mtn. Presbyterian Church with Rev. Travis Adams officiating. Special music will be presented by Ray Bennett. Robert will lie in state at the church from 10:30-11:00 am. In lieu of flowers if you wish, the family requests that donations may be made to the Mtn. Presbyterian Church in Robert’s memory. Interment will follow on Tuesday at 10:00 am from the GA National Cemetery in Canton with Military Honors by the US Army. The family will meet with friends following the services.
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
Jeanette Payne: Obituary
Obituaries February 22, 2020
Mrs. Jeanette Payne age 87 of Mt. Pleasant Church Rd. Blairsville passed away peacefully on Thursday February 13, 2020 in the Union General Hospital with her loving family by her side following an extended illness. Mrs. Payne was born on July 19, 1932 in Monroe, GA., the daughter of the late Claude Sorrells and the late Maggie Allen Sorrells. Jeanette and her husband Floyd loved playing and singing Bluegrass Gospel music at nursing homes and other events. She was always very strong in her faith and loved her Lord. She was a loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was preceded in death by her husband, Floyd Payne in 2019. Jeanette was a member of the House of Prayer Church.
Surviving Mrs. Payne are two sons and daughters in law, Doug and Laura Payne of Blairsville, Darryl and Eileen Payne of Jasper, six grandchildren, Joshua and Annie Payne, Jessica and Jared Joiner, Kayla and Drew Harris, Christian Payne, Keegan Payne, Kayden Payne, Christine Gauthier and Payne Robertson, one great grandchild, Oakland Payne, many other relatives and friends also survive.
Funeral services will be held on Sunday February 16, 2020 at 2:00 pm from the Mountain View Chapel with Rev. Jerry Helton officiating. The following gentleman will serve as pallbearers, Jared Joiner, Keegan, Christian, Kayden and Larry Payne and Kenneth Grizzle. Interment will follow in the Mt. Pleasant Baptist Cemetery where she will rest next to her beloved husband Floyd. Flowers are accepted or if you wish, the family requests that donations may be made to the Canal Lake Bible Camp in Jeanette’s memory. The family will meet with friends at the funeral home on Saturday evening from 6-8:30 pm.
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
Dolores (Dee) Mondoro Langlois Thigpen: Obituary
Obituaries February 22, 2020
Mrs. Dolores (Dee) Mondoro Langlois Thigpen age 84 of Twin Gates Lane Blairsville passed away peacefully on Thursday February 13, 2020 in the N.E. GA. Medical Center following an extended illness. Mrs. Thigpen was born on Nov. 23, 1935 in Plainfield, NJ., the daughter of the late Michael Mondoro and the late Mary Cerrato Mondoro. Dolores always had a passion for helping children. She was a great cook and a loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Dolores was a member of the First Baptist Church in Blairsville.
Surviving Mrs. Thigpen are her loving husband and best friend, Ken Thigpen of Blairsville, four children, Kathleen and Jesse Trout of Simpsonville, SC., Mary Harvey of Titusville, FL., Sandra and Brian Solger of Chipley, FL., William Langlois of Marion, IL., stepchildren include, Janet and Norris Clouse of Franklin, NC., Debra Thigpen of Murphy, Mark and Libby Thigpen of Murphy, Mike and Bonnie Thigpen of CA., one brother, Anthony Mondoro of NJ., six grandchildren, Michael Trout, Daniel Trout, Gary Davis, Jennifer Harvey, Ethan Solger and Erin Solger, two great grandchildren, Noah Davis and Addison Solger, many other relatives and friends also survive.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday February 15, 2020 at 4:00 pm from the Mountain View Chapel with Rev. Fred Lodge officiating. In lieu of flowers if you wish the family requests that donations may be made to the Gideons International or to the American Cancer Society in Dolores’ memory. The family will meet with friends following the services.
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
John Earl Gibson: Obituary
Obituaries February 22, 2020
Mr. John Earl Gibson, age 92, of Blairsville, GA, passed away peacefully on Thursday February 13, 2020 at his home with his loving family by his side following an extended illness. Mr. Gibson was born on Dec. 9, 1927 in Blairsville, GA., the son of the late Paul and Nellie Elvira Brown Gibson. He loved Racing, Fishing, Reading, Walking, Yard Work, and was an avid Golfer. Mr. Gibson was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He was preceded in death by a son, Joey Leon Buck, and sister, Ethel Gibson. Mr. Gibson was a WWII U.S. Army Veteran and he attended New Hope Fellowship Baptist Church.
Survivors include his wife, Peggy Gibson of the home; children, Kathy McKinney of Jackson, SC, Susie and Russ McKinney of Jackson, SC, Sherry and Dan Brandt of Aiken, SC, Mary and Les Seaborn of Blairsville, GA; siblings, Harold and Odena Gibson, Buck Gibson, Betty and Ed Taylor, Lilly Vee and Randall Adams, and Aileen McCarther all of Blairsville, GA; sister-in-law, Gail and Don Hensley of Stow, OH; brother-in-law, Gary and Patty Handy of Myrtle Beach, SC; grandchildren, Jason and Julie Metts, John Metts, Justin and Britni Mckinney, Cliff and Stephanie McKinney, Luke and Stacey McKinney, Josh and Jessica Young and Brian Young; 11 great grandchildren; many other extended family, neighbors and friends also survive.
Celebration of Life services will be held on Saturday February 22, 2020 at 2:00 pm at New Hope Fellowship Baptist Church with Pastor Mike Welch officiating. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations may be made to New Hope Fellowship Baptist Church. 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 online at www.mountainviewfuneralhome.com
Robert Glenn “Toy” Rusk: Obituary
Obituaries February 22, 2020
Mr. Robert Glenn “Toy” Rusk, age 58 of Serenity Drive, Blairsville passed away peacefully on Friday, February 14, 2020 at his home following an extended illness. Mr. Rusk was born on June 13, 1961 in Miami, FL., son of the late Jack Rusk & late Annette Rusk. Toy loved the Florida Gators and Sweet Tea. He was a loving father, brother and grandfather who especially adored his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, and wife; Deborah Ann Neumuller in August 2007. Toy was of the Baptist faith.
Survivors include a daughter Kristy Rusk & fiancé Dustin Shadix of Blairsville, daughter & son-in-law; Jillian & Daniel Colwell of Blairsville, brother & sister-in-law; Steve & Cheryl Rusk of Blairsville, sister; Dorothy Johnson of Florida, brother and sister in law, Floyd and Martha Rusk of Georgia, six grandchildren; Haley Patterson, Hayden Patterson, Nicholas Dyer, Molly Giddens, Maddox Giddens, Karson Chase, and several nieces & nephews.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday March 7, 2020 at 4:00 pm from the Mountain View Chapel. Special music will be presented by Briana Smith. In lieu of flowers if you wish, the family requests that donations may be made to a fund at United Community Bank for his beloved grandchildren. The family will meet with friends following the services.
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
Richard Brown Caldwell: Obituary
Obituaries February 22, 2020Mr. Richard Brown Caldwell age 76, of Family Church Rd. Murphy, NC passed away peacefully on Friday February 14, 2020 at his home with his loving family by his side following an extended illness. Richard was born on March 5, 1943 in Murphy, NC, the son of the late Brown and Rebecca Mauney Caldwell. He loved hunting, fishing and playing horse shoes. He was a member of Shady Grove Baptist Church in Hayesville, NC.
Survivors include his wife Judy Ann Caldwell of the home; daughter, Kim and Vaughn Gibson of Murphy and son, Dickie and Jennifer Caldwell of Murphy; grandchildren, Jaderian Ackeman, Chad Caldwell, Brad Caldwell, Tyler Caldwell and Wyndsor Caldwell.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Shady Grove Baptist Church in Hayesville, NC in Richard’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
Mark Raymond Ware: Obituary
Obituaries February 22, 2020
Mr. Mark Raymond Ware age 60 of Mauney Circle Blairsville formerly of Loudon, TN. passed away peacefully at his home on Monday February 17, 2020 following an extended illness. Mr. Ware was born on April 14, 1959 in Norwalk, OH., the son of Larry Ware and the late Elissa Bliss Ware. Mark loved riding motorcycles, playing golf and living on his farm in Blairsville. He was a loving and caring husband, son and brother. Mark was of the Baptist faith.
Surviving Mark are his loving wife and best friend of thirty eight years, Dawn Nicholson Ware of Blairsville, his father and stepmother, Larry and Cora Ware of Ft. Myers, FL., two brothers and sisters in law, Mike and Tammy Ware of Cape Coral, FL., Mitch and Jeannie Ware of Birmingham, AL., his father in law and mother in law, Fred and Bobbie Nicholson of Blairsville, several nieces, nephews, many other relatives and friends also survive.
A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers if you wish, the family requests that donations may be made to a favorite charity of your choice in Mark’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
Thomas Newton “Newt” Miller: Obituary
Obituaries February 22, 2020Mr. Thomas Newton “Newt” Miller age 77 of Weaver Road, Blairsville passed away peacefully on Thursday February 20, 2020 at his home following an extended illness. Newt was born on July 10, 1942 in Atlanta, GA., son of the late Thomas Coke Miller & late Georgia Erwin. Newt proudly served as manager of Gold kist in Blairsville for over 35 years and was a life-long resident of Union County. Most of his free time was spent either farming, gardening, and cooking. He dearly enjoyed spending time at the deer camp and the Union County Farmer’s Market. His main joy in life were his wife, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by a son; Thomas “David” Miller on January 19, 2020. Newt was a member of Coosa United Methodist Church.
Survivors include his loving wife & best-friend of 58 years; Carol Davidson Miller of Blairsville, two sons & daughters-in-law; Joel & Greta Miller of Blairsville, Jason & April Miller also of Blairsville, eight grandchildren; Brooke & Nathan Campbell, Tom & Becky Miller, Tyler & Ashley Miller, Bradley Miller, Bailey & Erin Miller, Ryleigh Miller, Jase Miller, Skylar Miller, eight great-grandchildren; Sarah, Silas, Cayden, Braxton, Aubree, Maddox, Sutton, and Jaymes.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday February 22, 2020 at 3:00pm from the Old Blairsville Cemetery with Pastor Ray Potts & Stacy Dyer officiating. Interment will follow in the Old Blairsville Cemetery. The following gentleman will serve as pallbearers; Tyler Miller, Bradley Miller, Bailey Miller, Nathan Campbell, Steve Colwell, Terry Jones, Tom Miller, and Ricky Davenport. The family will meet with friends from 11:00am-2:30pm at the funeral home prior to the service. In lieu flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Blairsville Shop with a Cop program (P.O. Box 307 Blairsville, GA 30514 or call at 706-835-1692) in Newt’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
Joan Beverly Muhlback: Obituary
Obituaries February 22, 2020Joan Beverly Muhlback ❤❤❤❤❤ age 87 of Blairsville, GA passed over the rainbow
on Wednesday 2/19/20.
She is survived by her wonderful husband and partner of 69 1/2 years Albert Muhlback also of Blairsville GA, daughter Linda Henson of Blairsville GA, daughter Alice Muhlback of Ithaca NY, daughter Sandra Smith of Charlotte NC, grandchildren Tara Age, Annalyn Cuccia, Jon Cuccia, Royce Cuccia, Kellen Henson, Sequoyah Muhlback and Daquawn Muhlback.
Joan the oldest sibling of eight is survived by sister, Marilyn Morse of NJ, sister Geraldine Roth of FL, Roger Wood of FL and Randy Wood of FL.
This beautiful sweet happy vibrant fun loving woman was a genuine soul serving giver of love and kindness without end without take. She was an extraordinary wife mother sister Nini friend anyone could have ever asked for and will be missed beyond words can fathom.
❤ She referred to herself as a “tuff ole bird” and she lived up to that legacy all of her life having to fight numerous ailments but in the end having to succumb to the ferocious cruel beast called Alzheimer’s Disease. She will forever and always shine bright in our hearts body and soul as we find comfort knowing she will eternally be a huge part of us, a grateful glow, a love without end. But only she would put it best, saying “bye bye for now”. RIP Joan Beverly Muhlback❤ May there be glory forever over that rainbow Amen.
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
Juanita Marie Prentice: Obituary
Obituaries February 22, 2020
Cochran Funeral Home and Crematory of Blairsville announces the death and funeral services for Mrs. Juanita Marie Prentice, age 89, who passed away on Friday, February 21st, 2020 at her residence in Blairsville.
Mrs. Prentice was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, a daughter of the late Carl White and the late Jennie Crosley White. She had been living in Blairsville since 1992, moving here from Port St. Lucie, Florida. She was a member of First United Methodist Church of Union County, and the Union General Hospital Auxiliary. She was lovingly known as “Grams” by her family. Her husband, Robert E. Prentice, passed away in 1999.
She is survived by her family members: daughter and son-in-law, Karen and Robert Roxbury; son and daughter-in-law, Thomas and Sally Prentice; son and daughter-in-law, James and Leonda Prentice; and son and daughter-in-law, Keith and Leora Prentice; Ten grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, and 3 great great grandchildren also survive.
Funeral services for Mrs. Prentice have been scheduled for Friday, February 28th, 2020, to be held at 2:00 p.m., in the Chapel of Cochran Funeral Home in Blairsville. The following gentlemen will serve as pallbearers: Robby Roxbury, Drew Prentice, Nathaniel Prentice, Andrew Jones, Harold Maybe, and William Prentice. Burial will be in Union Memory Gardens Cemetery.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 27th, between the hours of 6 until 9 p.m.
Flowers are being accepted; however, if you wish to make memorial contributions, they can be directed to The Alzheimer’s Foundation.
Cochran Funeral Home and Crematory of Blairsville is honored to be serving the family of Mrs. Juanita Prentice. Please share your condolences and memories on our website, www.cochranfuneralhomes.com.
H. Lamar James: Obituary
Obituaries February 22, 2020
It is with great sadness that the family of H. Lamar James announce his passing on February 13, 2020. He was born on August 13, 1949 in Commerce, Georgia, the only child of Bud and Frances James. He was a graduate of the Jefferson High School Class of 1967, and earned a degree from Georgia Southern University in 1971. Through the years, he lived in several cities around Georgia and spent many years in Destin, Florida. He spent the past couple of years in a mountain home in Blairsville, Georgia, enjoying the view of Brasstown Bald.
Known to many as “Bubba,” he was a sports fanatic, an insatiable reader, an avid bowler and golfer, and a lifelong entrepreneur. He had a keen intellect and a sense of humor like no other. To know him was to laugh with him, probably until your stomach hurt.
He was preceded in death by his father, Hubert “Bud” James. He is lovingly remembered by his wife, Maria James; mother, Frances James; daughter, Melody Hanlon (Greg); son, Lee Garrison (Marie); and grandchildren, Lindsey Garrison, Jared Garrison, and Eleanor Hanlon; along with cousins and many great friends.
The family will celebrate his life at a later date. Memorial donations can be made to The American Stroke Foundation.
Arrangements entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home & Crematory of Blairsville.
Juanita Dills: Obituary
Obituaries February 22, 2020
The Cochran Funeral Home of Hiawassee announces the death of Juanita Dills, age 68 of Hiawassee who went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, February 14, 2020.
No services are planned at this time.
Arrangements entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home of Hiawassee.
*Full obituary pending*
Betty J Chastain: Obituary
Obituaries February 22, 2020
Betty J Chastain, age 75 of Blue Ridge, passed away February 15, 2020, in Ducktown, TN. Mrs. Chastain was born February 17, 1944 in Turtletown, TN to the late Charles J Muncher and the late Floyd Patterson Muncher. She was preceded in death by her husband, Glen Chastain, brothers, Tom Muncher, Jack Muncher, George Muncher, and Charles CJ Muncher, sisters, Lillie Faye Brown, Mary Alice Meredith, and Corene Mashburn.
Survivors include: son, James (Pam) Chastain, daughter, Tammy (Michael) Pierce, granddaughters, Kayla (Shannon) Bradburn, Brittany Pierce, and Haley Morgan Chastain, grandson, Nathan Chastain, and great-granddaughter, Addyson Bradburn, and great-grandson Izaiah Bradburn.
Memorial service: Saturday, February 29, 2020, from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm at Bethel Church Fellowship Hall.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Mrs. Chastain’s name to the charity of your choice.
Arrangements entrusted to the Finch-Cochran Funeral Home of McCaysville, GA. You may send condolences to the family and sign the guest register at www.cochranfuneralhomes.com.
William “Bill” James Borowski: Obituary
Obituaries February 22, 2020
The Cochran Funeral Home of Hiawassee announces a Funeral Mass for William “Bill” James Borowski, age 76 of Young Harris who passed away on Sunday, February 16, 2020.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory: loving wife of 31 years, Anna J. Borowski; father, Chester Borowski; son & daughter-in-law, Robert & Christina Borowski; daughter & son-in-law, Kimberly & Van Gurley; step-daughter, Andrea DePalma; step-son & daughter-in-law, Jeffery & Tabitha DePalma; brother & sister-in-law, Michael & Jean Borowski; and sister, Barbara Collins. Also, sharing in his legacy are grandchildren, Kyle Gurley, Kevin Gurley, Nathan Gurley, Jake Borowski, Joey Borowski, Stephanie Bellmore- DePalma, and Alison Depalma; and great grandson, Carson Zirbes.
A Funeral Mass will be held at 12:00 pm on Saturday, February 22, 2020 at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Blairsville, Georgia. Interment will follow at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Hayesville, North Carolina.
Arrangements entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home of Hiawassee.
*A complete obituary is pending family approval*
Lougene Lydia Lance: Obituary
Obituaries February 22, 2020
Mrs. Lougene Lydia Lance, age 85 of Blairsville, Georgia, passed away peacefully in her home on February 20, 2020 following a brief illness. Lougene was born on January 10, 1935 in Towns County, Georgia. She was the daughter of the late Jim and Lilly Cheek. She retired from Georgia Boot where she worked for over 50 years. Lougene was a long-time member of
Zebulon Baptist Church. She cherished her time spent with her family and having the joy of watching her grandchildren and great-grandchildren grow over the years. Lougene’s favorite past time was attending concerts at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, most often with Mike and Peggy Callaway. With an open heart and an open door, she fed friends and family for over
six decades. Her beloved kitchen was visited by many throughout her lifetime.
She is preceded in death by many family members; daughter, Debbie Phillips, husband, Charles Lance, husband, Grover Thomas, sister, Bessie Mae Miller, sister, Wilma Brown, brother, J.T. Cheek, sister, Ruby Nelson, sister Lenora Wright, sister, Geneva Gantt, brother, Wayne Cheek, and several nieces.
Survivors include three daughters and son-in-laws and a son and daughter-in-law; Vickie and Earl Brackett, Rita and Terry Hughes, Kathy and Jeff Butt, Brian and Angie Thomas, seven grandchildren; Nikki Hughes, Ashley and John Davis, Nataley and Ethan Goins, Kayla and Travis Hemphill, Dustin Hughes, Lyndsey and Clay Smith, Brody and Kylie Thomas, eight great-grandchildren; Kamryn Mull, Gracie Hughes, Bristol Davis, Brylie Davis, Nixon Goins, Brecken Goins, Pearl Smith, Adelynn Thomas, and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held Sunday, February 23, 2020 at 2:00 P.M. at Cochran Funeral Home with Rev. R.L. Martin and Rev. Tommy Jenkins officiating. Interment will follow at Memory Gardens in Blairsville, Georgia. Serving as pallbearers are W.C. Nelson, Mike Callaway, Bobby
Ford, Dustin Hughes, Trey Jennings, and Brent Jennings.
The family will receive friends Saturday, February 22, 2020 from 6:00-9:00 p.m. at Cochran’s Funeral Home.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. You may send condolences to the family and sign the guest register at www.cochranfuneralhome.com