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Edith Belle Hunter: Obituary

Obituaries September 18, 2019 , by

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.

Shirley Moss Karlsson: Obituary

Obituaries September 3, 2019 , by

Shirley Moss Karlsson of Hiawassee, GA., daughter of Lowell Moss and Lois Neal Moss, born on June 13, 1948, died on September 1, 2019 from an extended illness. Shirley volunteered at the VFW Thrift Store for many years and loved meeting people. Shirley enjoyed baking as well as collectibles. She was an extensive traveler.

Shirley is survived by her mother, Lois Moss, grandson, Austin McClure, granddaughter, Jocelyn McClure, brother, David Moss, and a brother & sister-in-law, Paul & Martha Moss, a sister & brother-in-law, Joan (Moss) and Roger Youngblood, and an uncle, Charles Neal.

Shirley’s two children, daughter, Belinda Bright Shook, and son, Shane McClure preceded her in death, as well as her father, Lowell Moss. Shirley has many nieces & nephews as well as numerous friends. A special mention is for Louise Kelley, who was known as “the best friend in the whole wide world.” Shirley will be surely missed.

As per Shirley’s request, no services are planned. In lieu of flowers if you wish, the family requests that donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital in Shirley’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

Mark Wright: Obituary

Obituaries August 15, 2019 , by

Mr. Mark Wright age 74 of Bunker Hill Rd. Blairsville passed away peacefully on Wednesday August 14, 2019 in the North East GA Medical Center following an extended illness. Mr. Wright was born on May 9, 1945 in Union County, the son of the late Kenneth Wright and the late Pearl Shields Wright. He was a native and lifelong resident of Union County and had owned and operated Mark Wright Trucking for many years. Mark enjoyed coon hunting, camping and riding four wheelers. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He adored his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and also a daughter, Heidi Sosebee who passed away on April of this year and two brothers, Eugene and W.H. Wright. Mark was a member of Grace Presbyterian Church.

Surviving Mr. Wright are his loving wife and best friend of forty three years, Jane Wilson Wright of Blairsville, two daughters and sons in law, Kim and Keith Zimmerman of Murphy, Lynette and Stanley Dyer of Blairsville, one son and daughter in law, Jim and Kelly Wilson of Blairsville, one son in law, Terry Sosebee of Blairsville, twelve grandchildren, Bill, Courtney, Nicole, Cody, Caleb, Logan, Megan, Levi, Kyle, Katie, Konnor and Brittaney, twelve great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, many other relatives and friends also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Friday August 16, 2019 at 2:00 pm from the Mountain View Chapel with Dr. Jon Jacobs officiating. Special music will be presented by Spirit Led and Bob Woodham. The following gentleman will serve as pallbearers, Levi Zimmerman, Konnor Sosebee, Kyle Sosebee, Josh Swanson, Logan Rudd, Cody Rudd, Bill Wilson, Caleb Wilson and C.J. Lusk. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Tommy Lovell, Carl Hilton, Ronald Thomas, Jerry Ballew, Mark Burrell, Ek Hughes and McCoy Walker. Interment will follow in the Hemptown Baptist Church cemetery. Flowers are accepted of if you wish, the family requests that donations may be made to the American Kidney Foundation in Mark’s memory. The family will meet with friends at the funeral home on Thursday evening from 6:30-8:30 pm.

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

Louise Hitch Knight: Obituary

Obituaries August 14, 2019 , by

Louise Hitch Knight, 87, of Blue Ridge, Georgia, died peacefully in her home on Thursday, August 8, 2019. She was born in Fitzgerald, Georgia, on November 1, 1931, to Frank Hitch and Agnes Martin Hitch. She graduated from North Georgia College in 1951. Lou married Gordon E Knight in 1956. For many years she lived in Atlanta and worked for General Services Administration of the Federal Government until her retirement in 1993. She then worked for The Arthritis Foundation. In 2001, she moved to Blue Ridge. Lou loved cats, the color blue, reading books, working crossword puzzles, and her church. She had a great sense of humor and could light up a room with her smile. Lou is survived by her daughter, Marilou Knight (Rebecca Williams) and her daughters in love, Pam Garrett and Denise Ellwanger. There will be a Celebration of Life Service on September 7, 2019, at the Blue Ridge United Methodist Church at 10:00 AM. To honor Lou, please wear blue and cat items. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Humane Society of your choice and to Georgia Mountain Hospice.

Leo Michael Goergen: Obituary

Obituaries August 8, 2019 , by

Mr. Leo Michael Goergen age 92 of Blairsville, GA passed away peacefully on Monday August 5, 2019 in the Union General Hospital following a brief battle with cancer. Mr. Goergen was born on July 6, 1927 in Buffalo, NY., the son of the late John J. Goergen and the late Lucille M. Koch Goergen. Leo was a loving father, brother, uncle, grandfather, great grandfather and great-great grandfather. He was a very talented painter. He was preceded in death by his wife, Stephany Zubrzycki  Goergen in 2006, his siblings, John, Catherine, Elizabeth, Raymond, Paul (his twin), Rita and Frances. Leo was devout Christian of the Catholic Faith and was a member of St. William Catholic Church in Murphy, NC.

Surviving Mr. Goergen are his children and their spouses, David and XianLan Goergen of Largo, FL., Kenneth and Helene Goergen of Seminole, FL., Stephen Goergen of Blairsville, Thomas and Lavada Goergen of Box Elder, SD., Barbara Goergen of Blairsville, Cindy and Bob Spaulding of Blairsville, one brother Rev. David Goergen, eight grandchildren, ten great grandchildren, six great-great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, many other relatives and friends also survive.

Memorial services will be held on Tuesday August 13, 2019 at 10:00 am at the Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel in Blairsville, GA with Deacon Carl Hubbell officiating followed by a Mass also on Tuesday at 1:00 pm at the St. William Catholic Church in Murphy with Father Alejandro Ayala officiating. The family will meet with friends following the services. In lieu of flowers if you wish, the family requests that donations may be made to Food for the Poor.org or to Healing Hands Community Clinic in Blairsville, GA in Mr. Goergen’s memory. Interment will follow in the St. William’s Columbarium where he will rest next to his beloved wife Stephany.

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

Zelmer Robert Gooch: Obituary

Obituaries August 1, 2019 , by

Mr. Zelmer Robert Gooch age 81 of Dalton, GA passed away peacefully on Wednesday July 31, 2019 at his home following an extended illness. Mr. Gooch was born on October 3, 1937 in Atlanta, GA., the son of the late William “Bill” Gooch & Myrtice Lunsford.  Mr. Gooch operated Gooch’s General Store in Suches for many years as well as serving on the Union Co. Rescue Squad. He is also preceded in death by two grandfathers and two grandmothers, Wash & Julie Gooch and William & Rebecca Lunsford. Mr. Gooch was a member of Mount Lebanon Baptist Church.

Surviving Mr. Gooch is his loving wife of 60 years, Iva Lee Coker Gooch of Dalton, GA., two sons and a daughter-in-law; Alan & Kristie Gooch of Cleveland, GA., Kevin Gooch of Cleveland, GA., one daughter and a son-in-law; Niki & Jerry Gerber of Dalton, GA., a sister and brother-in-law; Ima Jean & Bob Tritt of Woodstock, GA., four grandchildren; Kyle & Rheanna Gooch, Kaleb Gooch, Conner Haynes and Kason Gooch, and a great-grandchild; Deacon Gooch, many other relatives and friends also survive.

A memorial service will be held Saturday August 3, 2019 at 3:00pm from the Mountain View Chapel with Rev. Wade Plott officiating. Interment will follow in Track Rock Baptist Church Cemetery for the immediate family. Military Honors will be presented by the North GA Honor Guard. The family will meet with friends prior to the services from 1:00pm-3:00pm

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

Nina Mason Owenby: Obituary

Obituaries July 25, 2019 , by

*Full Obituary Pending*

The Cochran Funeral Home & Crematory of Blairsville announces Funeral Services for Mrs. Nina Mason Owenby of Covington, Georgia who passed away on Saturday, July 20, 2019 at her home.

Nina leaves behind to cherish her memory: her children, Charles Stephen Owenby, Pamela Jeryn Forrest, Vicki Owenby Bailey, and Valerie Owenby Blankenship; her siblings, Flossie Lee Mason (Stebbins), Frankie Swanson (Mason), Austell Sithrona, Patricia Bowen, Ronald P. Mason, and Charles Jordan Mason. Also, sharing in her legacy are 8 grandchildren, Andrew Reed Middlebrooks, Alyssa Jeryn Forrest, Gary Taylor Owenby, Elizabeth Ashton Bailey, Alana Jeryn Bailey, Allen Reeves Blankenship, Emily Catherine Blankenship, Rebecca Lynne Blankenship and 1 great grandchild, Lyla Catherine Middlebrooks.

If you wish, memorial donations may be made online to the American Cancer Society atwww.acs.org.

Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 23, 2019 from the Chapel of Cochran Funeral Home of Blairsville with Rev. Jerry Young officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home 12 pm until the service begins. She will be laid to rest at Ebenezer Baptist Church Cemetery net to her husband, Charles Taylor Owenby.

Arrangements entrusted to Cochran Funeral Hoe & Crematory of Blairsville.

Rev. Norman Thomas Stewart: Obituary

Obituaries January 12, 2020 , by

Rev. Norman Thomas Stewart, age 95 of Blue Ridge, GA passed away January 6, 2020, at Piedmont Mountain Side Hospital. Mr. Stewart was born September 30, 1924, in Fannin County to the late John Stewart and Myrtle Cochran Stewart. Norman was the fifth child from a large family of fifteen children. He was a member of Concord Baptist Church for most of his life.
Norman worked at The Tennessee Chemical Company in the acid department for thirty-two years and retired in 1984. He was preceded in death by his first wife and mother of his children, Delores Stewart, son, Norman Thomas Stewart Jr., mother, Myrtle Cochran Stewart, father, John Stewart, sisters, Eddie Hyde, Edith Stewart, Etyhel Allen and Effie Free, brothers, Arvil Stewart, Winston Stewart, sisters, Eslee Earls and Marie Dykes, brother, Johnny Stewart, sisters, Willa Mae Franklin and Reathel Barton, and brother, Harold Stewart.

Survivors include wife, Mary Pauline Stewart, daughters, Wanda Stewart (Dan) Long, Patricia Stewart (Ernest) Long, and Kathrine Stewart (Randy) Brown, son, Norman Gerald (Sandy) Stewart, sisters, Glee Wright and Thelma Davenport. Also many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral services: Thursday, January 9, 2020, at 2:00 pm at the Henry-Cochran F.H. with the Rev. Ronnie Aberthany and Rev. Phillip Davenport officiating. Music provided by Caylor Family Singers. Interment will follow in Concord Baptist Church. Pallbearers: Gerald Stewart, Micheal Long, Scott Long, Chris Brown, Charles Parrish Jr., and Jeff Stanley. Honorary pallbearers: Dan Long, Ernest Long, Joe Stanley, Randy Brown, and Farion Barton.

The family will receive friends at Henry-Cochran Funeral Home Wednesday, January 8, 2020, at 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm.

Arrangements entrusted to the Henry-Cochran Funeral Home of Blue Ridge, GA. You may send condolences to the family and sign the guest register at www.cochranfuneralhomes.com.

Mary Carolyn Jones: Obituary

Obituaries January 4, 2020 , by

Mary Carolyn Jones, age 78 of Copperhill, passed away on December 30, 2019, at Hospice Of Chattanooga Care Center in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Mrs. Jones was born on February 9, 1941, in Copperhill, Tn to late Cecil A Collis and Ruby Lorene Brooks. Mary loved her job working at Walmart in Murphy, NC. She adored her nephews Brandon, Jordan, Cody, and Tyler and thought of them as her own. One of the many things she cherished in her lifetime was Spanky. Mrs. Mary Jones was truly an extraordinary woman and was admired by everyone who knew her. Heaven gained a beautiful angel who will be missed each and every day. She was preceded in death by her husband Harold G. Jones, and her sister Judy Collis.

Survivors include her sister, Kathleen Walden, sister, Brenda Brackett, brother, Jim Collis(Karen), sister, Joy C. Collis, and sister Jane Morrow (Dwight).

Funeral services will not be announced due to family requests.
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 ]( http://www.cochranfuneralhomes.com/ ).

John Harold Garrett: Obituary

Obituaries December 8, 2019 , by
U.S. Veteran  

   Mr. John Harold Garrett age 80 of Old Gum Log Rd. Blairsville passed away on Sunday December 1, 2019 in the Union General Hospital following an extended illness. Mr. Garrett was born on Jan. 27, 1939 in Suches, GA., the son of the late Henry Garrett and the late Mary Harkins Garrett. He was a native and lifelong resident of Union County. John was a veteran of the US Army with over twenty three years of service. He loved fishing, hunting and loafering with his cousin Earl. He was preceded in death by his parents and also three sisters, Lizzie Grizzle, Essie Davis and Hattie Garrett, three brothers, Willard, Leaford and William Garrett. John was of the Baptist faith.

Surviving Mr. Garrett are his loving wife and best friend of fifty two years, Dorothy Sue Ross Garrett of Blairsville, two daughters and one son in law, Shirley and Scott Durrett of Tulsa, OK., Hillary Garrett of Bixby, OK., three sisters and brothers in law, Shelby and J.W. Jenkins of Bunnell, FL., Helen and Ronnie Abercrombie of Suches, Edith and Thomas Bradford of Calhoun, one grandson, Ryan Campbell, several nieces, nephews, cousins, many other relatives and friends also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, December 5, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. from the Mountain View Chapel with Rev. George Cline officiating. Serving as pallbearers will be the US Army Honor Guard. Interment will follow in the Antioch Baptist Church Cemetery. Flowers are accepted or if you wish, the family requests that donations may be made to the Antioch Baptist Church in John’s memory. The family will meet with friends at the funeral home on Thursday, from 12:00 until 1:00 p.m.

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

Cheryl Lee Helton: Obituary

Obituaries December 1, 2019 , by

Cheryl Lee Helton, age 48, of Gainesville, GA, passed away on Monday, November 25, 2019, at the Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville, GA. She was born in Ducktown, TN, on Tuesday, October 26, 1971, to the late Steven & Sandra Wilcox Helton. Cheryl enjoyed her work as a Patient Care Tech for Northeast Georgia Medical Center. She not only offered assistance for her patients, but she also provided a kind, friendly, and caring personality. Cheryl will be remembered by all who knew her, but especially missed by her children; Alexius Helton, Austin Helton and, Heyli Colbert, grandchildren; Jorrden Crowder, Jayse Crowder, and Annleigh Crowder. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 30, 2019, at 3:00 pm from the Chapel of Cochran Funeral Home in Murphy, NC. Rev. Allen Harris will be officiating.
Cochran Funeral Home Of Murphy is honored to be serving the family.

Gene Herman (Coach) Schultz: Obituary

Obituaries November 26, 2019 , by

U.S. Veteran

           Mr. Gene Herman (Coach) Schultz, age 78, of Blairsville, passed away at his home, Saturday, November 23, 2019, following an extended illness. He was born February 4, 1941 in Wayside, WI to the late Harold and Bernice Janry Schultz. Mr. Schultz moved here 16 years ago from Kewaunee, WI. He was a U.S. Army Veteran and was retired from Schreiber Foods. Mr. Schultz was of the Lutheran Faith. He was an avid Packers fan.

He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Maxine Schultz of Blairsville, GA, four children, Tina Pickard of DePere, WI, Tammy (Philip) Newberry of Blue Ridge, GA, Troy Schultz of Epworth, GA, and Todd (Dawn) Schultz of Green Bay, WI, sisters, Bonnie (Gary) Paultz of Reedsville, WI, and Karen Schimek of Green Bay, WI, brothers, Scott (Linda) Schultz and Giles (Debbie) Schultz both of Reedsville, WI, nine grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends also survive.

There will be a visitation at the funeral home on Friday, November 29, 2019 from 3:00 until 6:00 p.m. Flowers will be accepted but if you wish make memorial donations in Mr. Schultz memory to Life Care Medical Transport, 1058C Kiutuestia Creek RD, Blairsville, GA.

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

Rev. James W. Jenkins: Obituary

Obituaries November 23, 2019 , by

Rev. James W. Jenkins, age 77, of Copperhill, passed away Monday, November 18, 2019, at Fannin Regional Hospital. Mr. Jenkins was born May 3, 1942, in Culberson, NC, to the late Charles Jenkins and the late Gazzie Truett Jenkins. He was a member of Ducktown Masonic Lodge, No. 241 F&AM, and served area churches as pastor for over 30 years including Mt. Zion Baptist Church and Shady Grove Baptist Church. James also worked as a security guard for the Tennessee Chemical Company for 35 years, and enjoyed giving his time and talent at the Polk County Senior Center. Mr. Jenkins was preceded in death by his father, Charles Jenkins, mother, Gazzie Truett Jenkins, first wife, Joy Bruce Jenkins, sisters, Willie Mae Jenkins, Faye Rogers, Jean Clonts, Dorothy Alsobrook, and Geneaive Jenkins, brothers, Thomas Jenkins, Junior Jenkins, and George Jenkins.

Survivors include his wife, Carolyn Jenkins, sister, Louizene Wilson, brother, Lucky (Pat) Jenkins, son, Dwayne Jenkins, daughter, JoAnn (Alan) Deal, step-daughters, Shauna (Lee) Adams, Pam (Eric) Satterfield, and Becky (Eddie) O’Neal, grandchildren, Jessica Dean, Jason (Leslie) Dean, Joshua (Amber) Dean, Michael (Misty) Deal, Christopher Deal, Scott Deal, Alan Deal, Jr., step-grandchildren, Noah (Alexis) O’Neal, Isaac O’Neal, Michah O’Neal, Jessica Thomason, Jennifer (David) Henry, Wesley Adams, Kyle Adams, and many great-grandchildren.

Funeral services: Thursday, November 21, 2019, at 2:00 pm at Shady Grove BaptistChurch, Murphy, NC. with Rev. Jeremiah Jack and Rev. Josh Ledford officiating. Music provided by: Shady Grove Baptist Church Choir. Interment will follow in the Shady Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers: Jason Dean, Joshua Dean, Michael Deal, Lee Adams, Eddie O’Neal, David Henry.

The family will receive friends at the Finch-Cochran Funeral Home of, McCaysville, Wednesday, November 20, 2019, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm & Thursday, November 21, 2019, at the Shady Grove Baptist Church from
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm.

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.

Helen Louise Beal Bair: Obituary

Obituaries November 13, 2019 , by

HELEN LOUISE BEAL BAIR, AGE 91, went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 8, 2019. Helen is survived by her loving husband of 69 years, Ross A. Bair. Also surviving are her cherished children Deborah (Thomas) Miller, Claudia (Philip) Scharer, Kathryn (Mark) Bolhofner, Grandchildren Calie (Kevin) Mckinnon, Ryan (Dawn) Scharer, Katelyn ( Jacob ) Harris , Ross ( Sara) Bolhofner, Taylor (Curtis) Barrett, Shelby (John) Buttimer, and Kevin Miller. Great Grandchildren Carter, Tyler, Chase and Cameron Mckinnon, Ryleigh, Samuel and Harper Scharer, Miles and James Buttimer, Livia and Jesse Harris, Cora and Mark Bolhofner. Brother John (Linda) Beal currently resides in Ohio, and Helen was preceded in death by sister Marilyn (Myron) Ferry. T

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, November 22, 2019 at Grace Presbyterian Church with Pastor Jon Jacobs and Dr. Mark Bolhofner officiating. Interment will follow at Laurel Hills Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Friday at the church from 10 a.m. until the service begins.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Grace Presbyterian Church, PO Box 105, Blairsville, Ga 30514.

Rev. Donald “Don” Kirkland: Obituary

Obituaries November 6, 2019 , by

Cochran Funeral Home of Blairsville is announcing as a courtesy for Coggins Funeral Home of Thomaston, Georgia, services for Rev. Donald “Don” Kirkland age 84 of Thomaston Ga, formerly of Blairsville, who died Monday November 4, 2019 at his residence.

Rev. Kirkland was born on July 14, 1935 in Slocomb Al, to the late Roy Kirkland and the late Alline Golden Kirkland. He served his country in the U.S. Air Force. Rev. Kirkland loved aviation and flew thirty years in Africa for the International Mission Board. He was a member of Mountain View Baptist Church where he served as Associate Pastor for many years. Rev. Kirkland also served as Associate Pastor at Zion Baptist Church in Suches Ga.

Survivors include his wife Mrs. Diane Kirkland of Thomaston Ga, daughters Mrs. Cindy Kirkland Cone of Pine Mountain Ga, Mrs. Sharon Kirkland (David) Timms of Pine Mountain Ga, step daughter Mrs. Teresa Hall Ponder of Lagrange Ga, step son Mr. Raymond (Michelle) Ponder of Suches Ga. 8 Grandchildren, 10 Great Grandchildren.

Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday November 6, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. from Mountain View Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Parkhill Cemetery in Columbus at 3:00 p.m. The family will receive friend at Coggins Funeral Home on Tuesday November 5, 2019 from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
www.cogginsfuneralhome.com

Joseph “Joey” Granger Grimsley Jr: Obituary

Obituaries November 3, 2019 , by

Mr. Joseph “Joey” Granger Grimsley Jr., age 82, of Hillcrest Dr., Hiawassee, formerly of Cape Coral, FL., passed away peacefully on Sunday October 27, 2019 at his home following an extended illness. Mr. Grimsley was born on December 19, 1936 in Miami, FL., the son of the late Joseph Granger Grimsley Sr. and the late Dorcas (Doris) Levone Stone. Joey was an avid saltwater fisher as well as being a Church Elder in the Blairsville Seventh Day Adventist Church. He is preceded in death by his parents.

Survivors include his loving & caring wife of 48 years, Robin Grimsley of Hiawassee, four sons and three daughters-in-law, Stephen & Nicki Grimsley of Jenison, MI., Joseph & Karen Grimsley of Bushnell, FL., John & Carol Grimsley of Columbia, SC., Steven Grimsley of Orlando, FL., one daughter and son-in-law, Deborah & Roger Hawkins of Maitland, FL., two sisters, Mary Grimsley of Deltona, FL., and Bonnie Reynolds of Miami, FL. Christian, Lauren, Megan, eleven grandchildren & sixteen great-grandchildren also survive.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 2, 2019 at 2:00pm from the Blairsville Seventh Day Adventist Church with Pastor Valentine Rusu, Pastor Tom Lighthall, and Pastor Maurice Witt officiating. A reading will also be presented by John Weston & Nancy Witt. Flowers are accepted or if you wish, the family requests that donations be made to the Worthy Student fund at: Blairsville Seventh Day Adventist Church or the Wimbish Road Seventh Day Adventist Church in Macon, GA. 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

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