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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 2, 2016 MAINSTREET NEWSPAPERS Obituaries Empsey Odell Barrier MAYSVILLE - Empsey Odell Barrier, 76, died Thursday, February 25, 2016, at Northeast Georgia Medical Center. Mr. Barrier was bom in Hickory, N.C., the son of the late Emcy and Anna Avery Barrier. He was a vet eran of the United States Marine Corps and a mem ber of the American Legion. Mr. Barrier was a retired track driver. Survivors include his wife, Roberta Keen Bar rier, Maysville; children, Karen Barrier, California, Jerri Lynn Barrier, Tennes see, Shelly Zonker, Ken tucky, Tim Barrier, Virginia, Jennifer Nader, Colorado, Mark Barrier, Virginia, Charles Keen, Athens, Tina Neal, Auburn, Corrie Evans, Commerce, and Ricky Bar rier, Athens; a brother, Allen Barrier, North Carolina; and sister, Mary Beach, N.C.; 24 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Memorial services were held Sunday, February 28, at Warrens Chapel UMC with the Rev. Terry Hag- wood officiating. Little-Ward Funeral Home, Commerce, was in charge of arrangements. Published by MainStreet Newspapers, Inc. March 2, 2016 (622) Joan Cody JEFFERSON Joan Underwood Cody, 68, entered into rest Tuesday, February 23, 2016. Mrs. Cody was bom in Pendergrass, the daughter of the late Tommy and Stel la Culpepper Underwood, and was a talented b e a u t i - cian in the Jefferson area for 30 years. Mrs. Cody was pre ceded in death by a son, Greg Beck; a sister, Blanche Kinney; and broth ers, Jimmy and Johnny Underwood. Survivors include her husband, John Cody, Jeffer son; daughter, Dawn Cody, Jefferson; sons, Scott Cody and Seth, Sugar Hill; broth ers, Harry, Thomas and Charles Underwood, Pen dergrass; sister and closest friend, Shirley Underwood Channell, Jefferson; broth- er-in-law, Clelle Kinney, Pendergrass; grandsons, Trey and Trent Beck; and daughter-in-law, Christy Beck, Jefferson. Funeral services were held Friday, February 26, from the chapel of Evans Funeral Home with the Rev. Tim Strickland officiating. Burial was in Evans Mem ory Gardens. Gentlemen honored as pallbearers were Harry, Thomas and Charles Underwood, Clelle Kinney, and Trey and Trent Beck. Memorials may be made to the Georgia Sheriff’s Youth Homes, P.O. Box 1000, Stockbridge, Georgia 30281. Evans Funeral Home, Jef ferson, was in charge of arrangements. Online condolences at www.evansfuneralhomeinc. com Published by MainStreet Newspapers, Inc. March 2, 2016 (875) Ealmer Fitzpatrick ILA - Ealmer Fitzpatrick, 88, died Monday, February 22, 2016. Mrs. Fitzpatrick was born in South Carolina, the daugh ter of the late Joseph Coleman Parker and Sarah Dun can Parker. She was the widow of the late Reuben (Tom) Thomas Fitzpatrick, II, of Ila, Ga., and was preceded in death by two brothers, Joe Parker and Reuben Parker. Mrs. Fitzpatrick was a member of the Ila Baptist Church, where she served as church pianist for over 50 years and a beloved member of the Ila Community for the last 73 years. Survivors include two daughters, Pat Fitzpatrick and Gale Fitzpatrick; one grandson, Reuben (Tommy) Thomas Fitzpatrick, III, all of Ila; and one brother, Sam Parker, South Carolina. Funeral services were held Thursday, February 25, at the Ila Baptist Church. The Rev. Tim Peek officiat ed. Graveside services were in the Ila Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Ila Cemetery Fund at P.O. Box 203, Ila, GA. Lord and Stephens, Dan- ielsville, was in charge of arrangements. www.lordandstephens. com Published by MainStreet Newspapers, Inc. March 2, 2016 Jose Garcia COMER - Jose Garcia, 61, formerly of Pagosa Springs, Co., died Satur day, February 20, 2016, at his residence, peacefully asleep. He was a beloved hus band, father, grandfather, brother, and friend to many. Whether you knew him as Joe, John ny, Daddy, or Buelo, he was an incredible man with a giant heart who never met a stranger. He was the son of Juan Fred Garcia and Celi- da Mary Villapando Garcia. Survivors include his wife, Cindy Garcia; chil dren, Jody Garcia Sanchez and her husband, Jesus Sanchez Penaloza, and their two children, Isabel la and Mariana de Jesus, Tashina Garcia Webster and her husband, William Webster, and their two chil dren, Gabriella and Sadie, Nicholas Garcia, and Nakia Garcia and his wife, Crystal Garcia, and their two chil dren Adriel Jose and Jordin, Annette Bauer, and her hus band Bruce Bauer, Steve Patton and his two children, Zoe and Zach; and siblings, Gloria Carpenter, Grace Carpenter, Linda Crusie Lujan, Christine Lujan, Andy Garcia, Joaquin Gar cia, and Marion Villapando. Joe was a retired veteran of the Vietnam War serv ing the Navy 20 plus years. After his retirement, Joe worked several different jobs. It was not until he moved to Comer and started working for Transco did he feel he found the perfect job for himself. Although he was retired, he was proud of his time he served and always said he would go back if he could. He was one of the biggest support ers of his fellow service members and well known for his Veterans’ Memo rial he made outside of his home. Joe faded from us slowly this past year. The ups and downs, the crying and fight ing, the happy days and bad days, but this man was a fighter. This man turned his life around and removed the evil in his life. He gave up on his faith for a while, but he got it back and was able to find peace within him self, his children, friends, family, and most important ly God. Remember Joe for the man he found himself to be and know that he is in a better place. Memorial services were held Thursday, February 25, at Colliers Baptist Church. Lord & Stephens, Dan- ielsville, was in charge of arrangements. www.lordandstephens. com Published by MainStreet Newspapers, Inc. March 2, 2016 (081-74.65) Maggie Harrison COMMERCE Maggie Lee Harrison, 81, peace fully departed this life at The Oaks of Athens Nurs ing Home on Tuesday, Feb ruary 23, 2016. Maggie was born to the late Harold and Thelma Varnum on October 20, 1934. She was part of a large and loving family as the oldest daughter of 12 children. She was married to the late Bunyon Harri son, Jr. for 60 plus years. She was a faithful member of Hurricane Grove Bap tist Church and actively served in many positions. She was a Deaconess, a Sunday School Teacher, a member of the cooking ministry, and a teacher dur ing VBS; Matron’s Circle, Usher Board Ministry and many more. Maggie, who was affec tionately known as “Darby” and “Nanny” was a very special lady! She was very talented in many areas/ occupations, such as cook ing, gardening, sewing, quilting, cross stitchery, canning, caring for babies, immaculateness, storytell ing, 500 plus piece jigsaw puzzles/assembler, care taker of adults, the Nanny of many non-family chil dren, caring sister, devoted wife, loving mother, and SO MUCH MORE. She was a woman who truly loved the Lord and shared many words of wisdom to others in very colorful stories. She adored her grandchildren and was always her chil dren’s greatest supporter. “Nanny” was preceded in death by her sons, Timothy and Rogers Harrison; and her beloved husband, Bun yon Harrison, Jr. Remaining to cherish her memories are a daughter, Debra Kay Rucker (Steve), Commerce, Gregory Har rison (Debra), Greenville S.C.; grandchildren, Chris topher Rucker (Ashley), Alexis Harrison, and Isaiah Harrison; great-grandchil dren, Korie Kate and Harp er Leigh Rucker; brothers, H.T. (Sue) Varnum, Thom- asville, N.C., Luther Var num, Thomasville, N.C., Harold Varnum, Commerce, David (Dorothy) Varnum, Commerce , James (Helen) Varnum, Commerce , Tom Varnum, Commerce; sis ters, Margie Clerk, Hines- ville, Mary Sue (Samuel) Grimes, McDonough, Linda Faye Cochran, Gainesville, Helen Morris, Athens, and the late Betty Jean (James) Morris, Gainesville; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, and other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held Friday, February 26, from Hurricane Grove Bap tist Church. Interment was at Hurricane Grove Memo rial Park. Little-Ward Funeral Home, Commerce, was in charge of arrangements. Published by MainStreet Newspapers, Inc. March 2, 2016 (622-71.65) ‘Honey’Lee WINDER - Lucille “Honey” Lee, 91, passed away Tuesday, February 23, 2016. She was of the Baptist denomination. She retired as a seamstress and she worked for John Robert Austin's BBQ. Mrs. Lee was preceded in death by her parents, Tom and Mel Payne Worley; husband, Jake Lee; son, Melvin Farr; and grandson, Charles Oakes. She is survived by her daughter, Norma Jean Fowl er, Winder; two brothers, Thomas Worley, Gaines ville, and Ralph Worley, Arcade; seven grandchil dren; and 15 great-grand children. Funeral services were held Saturday, February 27, in the chapel of Smith Funeral Home with Pastor Shane Crow officiating. Interment was in Barrow Memorial Gardens. Smith Funeral Home, Winder, was in charge of arrangements. Published by MainStreet Newspapers, Inc. March 2, 2016 (18360) Lula Belle Morris GAINESVILLE - Lula Belle Morris, 84, died Mon day, February 22, 2016, at Morningside Assisted Liv ing. Ms. Morris was born in Maysville, the daughter of the late William Bealor (W.B.) and Jesse Sophro- nia Brewer Morris. She lived most of her life in Banks County, but for the past three years had lived at Morningside Assisted Living in Gainesville. Ms. Morris was a member of Hickory Flat Methodist Church, but for the past many years had attended Antioch Holiness Church. They graciously made her a part of their loving fam ily and the love shown by many visits. Lula Belle retired from the Hall Coun ty Government, as the clerk of Probate Court, with 38 years of service. Ms. Mor ris was preceded in death by her sister, Ruth Potts Crow Turner; brothers, Tra vis Morris, Jack Morris, and Cleal Morris; niece, Miri am Benton; and nephews, Rev. W.S. Morris and Cecil Potts. Survivors include niec es and nephews, Carolyn White, Gainesville, Bran son (Shirley) Morris, Gills- ville, Jackie (Marie) Morris, Belmont, N.C., Joey Mor ris, Blacksburg, S.C., Janice (Wayne) Lanier, Gastonia, N.C., and Cathy (Grady) Staton, Lula. Funeral services were held Friday, February 26, at Antioch Holiness Church, with Rev. Jacob Armour and Brother Graylen Armour officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery. Contributions may be made to your church, Gide ons, or favorite charity. The family would like to express their appreciation for all the love and kind ness shown to Lula Belle by all the staff at Morning side Assisted Living. Also, to Dr. Tran, Dr. Toosi and Homestead Hospice for their care and concern dur ing her last days that were so critical. Special thanks to Margaret and Roger Younce, Jack, Caroline and Griffin Keener for the many acts of kindness and love toward Lula Belle. Little-Ward Funeral Home, Commerce, was in charge of arrangements. Published by MainStreet Newspapers, Inc. March 2, 2016 Frances Palmer NICHOLSON - Frances Mozelle Palmer, 88, died Thursday, February 25, 2016, at Northridge Medi cal Center. Mrs. Palmer was born in Clayton, Ga., the daughter of the late Tom and Norma Clark. She lived a full long life. She had a deep love for the m o u n - tains, painting, and any thing else that struck her fancy. She enjoyed spend ing time with family and friends. Mrs. Palmer was preceded in death by her husband, James Rogers “Spud” Palmer, Sr.; and brothers, Jessie and Bill Clark. Survivors include a son, James Palmer, Jr., Nichol son; brother, Dayton Clark, Carrolton; granddaughter, Jamie Palmer Wise, Tif- ton; and great-grandsons, James, William, and John “J.R." Wise. Funeral services were held Saturday, February 27, at the chapel of Little-Ward Funeral Home with the Rev. Bobby Ivester officiating. Interment was in Nicholson Cemetery. Little-Ward Funeral Home, Commerce, was in charge of arrangements. Published by MainStreet Newspapers, Inc. March 2, 2016 (622) Diane Roberts Diane Kinney Roberts, 66, died Friday, February 19,2016, at St. Mary’s Hos pice House in Athens, fol lowing a long illness. She was a long time res ident of Athens and was actively involved in the Classic City Pilot Club, serving as a member and treasurer. Diane loved her family and friends, often expressing her love through cooking and baking for oth ers. Diane spent much of her career working as an archivist at the University of Georgia. Survivors include a son, Eugene Roberts, Junior, Jef ferson; brothers, Larry Kin ney, Waynesboro, Ga., and Greg Kinney, Hoschton; long-time companion and friend, Wilson Page, Ath ens; niece, Cory; nephew, Justin; and goddaughter, Lynn Jewell and her family, also of Athens. The body will be cremat ed by the Bridges Funeral Home of Athens. The family requests dona tions be made to the Clas sic City Pilot Club. Checks should be made to Classic City Pilot Club and mailed to P.O. Box 5040, Athens, GA 30604. A memorial service was held Saturday, February 27, at 12 noon, in the chapel of Bridges Funeral Home. Bridges Funeral Home, Athens, was in charge of arrangements. Published by MainStreet Newspapers, Inc.' March 2, 2016 (19076) ‘Bill’ Rosenberg JEFFERSON - William “Bill” Thomas Rosenberg, 72, passed away on Sunday, February 21, 2016. Mr. Rosenberg was bom in Ches ter, Pa., the son of the late Leon ard King Rosen berg and Evelyn Crossett Rosen berg. Mr. Rosenberg was the executive director of the United States Judo Associa tion and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Morehead, Ky. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force, a member of the Jefferson American Legion Post 56, Jefferson Lions Club, and the Kiwanis Club in Morehead, Ky. Survivors include his wife, Alice Clark Rosen berg, Jefferson; and son, William “Bill" Thomas Rosenberg, Jr., Lawrencev- ille. A memorial service was held on Friday, February 26, in the chapel of Evans Funeral Home with the Rev. Roy Pierce officiating. The burial was on Sunday, February 28, in the Hagans Family Cemetery in Lang ley, Ky. Donations may be made to the Jackson County Sher iff’s Department, in care of Janice Mangum, Sheriff, to be used for Christmas toys for the children of this county. This has been a special passion of Bill’s since his time in Jefferson. Evans Funeral Home, Jef ferson, was in charge of arrangements. Online condolences at www.evansfuneralhomeinc. com Published by MainStreet Newspapers, Inc. March 2, 2016 Casey Streetman On Friday, February 19, 2016, Casey Lee Streetman left this world to start his journey in the next, met by fam ily and friends that have made their journey before him. Bom on March 25, 1988, Casey immediately made his own impact on this world. As a baby, Casey did not want to sleep much, being happy to just look around at all the glories this new world had to offer. During his time here with us, Casey had a passion for many things. He found joy in his work as a carpen ter and tile setter, as well as his passion for differ ent art projects and hob bies. His love and dedica tion to his “girls", mother, Tracie, and sister, Zoey, was preeminent. For many of Casey’s adult summers, he enjoyed working along side his brother, father, and other volunteers running the beer tent at the Athfest Educates Music Festival. He was employed with Jim Casey Construction, LLC in Athens, as well as doing PAGE 11A-W his own work. He previ ously worked alongside his grandfather and father in their construction business es, learning the trades that he so enjoyed. Casey's love for his fam ily, four legged companion, and his friends was as large as life itself. Casey was preceded in death by his grandfather, the late Johnny H. Hill II. Casey is survived by his mother, Tracie Hill-Street- man, Hull; father, Quentin Ray Streetman Jr., Athens; brother and sister-in-law, Jonathon Streetman and Angelina Cantrell; nieces, Kye and Aerie, all of Ath ens; sisters, Zoey Morgan Childs, Hull, and Ashley Marie Attaway, Marietta; stepfather, Chris Childs; pit-bull, Barbarosa; grand parents, Quentin and Bea Streetman and Lucretia Brumbalow; aunts and uncles, Sandy and Pete Fountain, Tripp and Franch- esca Hill, Christy Hill and Thomas Cox, and Misty Gieger; and many other relatives that he loved. Casey will be dearly missed, but never forgotten. We will each see you again when it is time for us to join you in that next journey, and welcome your embrace again. The family will have a celebration of life on Sat urday, March 5, 2016, at 4 p.m., at The Max Canada, 243 W. Washington Street, Athens, GA 30601. In lieu of flowers, dona tions may be made to Nuci’s Space, 396 Oconee Street, Athens, GA 30601. Lord and Stephens, East, is in charge of arrange ments. www.lordandstephens. com Published by MainStreet Newspapers, Inc. March 2, 2016 (081-76.90) Frampton Wyndham Jr. HOSCHTON Framp ton Edward Wyndham Jr., 69, passed away on Tues day, February 16, 2016. Mr. Wyndham was bom in Moncks Corner, S.C., the son of Mrs. Elizabeth Hannah Mitchum Wyndham of Moncks Corner, S.C., and the late Frampton Edward Wyndham Sr. Mr. Wyndham was a graduate of the University of Georgia with a bachelor’s degree and was retired from the Atlanta Police Depart ment. He was a member of the Galilee Christian Church in Jefferson, served as a Second Lieutenant in the United States Marine Corps, and was an avid Georgia Bulldog football fan. Mr. Wyndham was pre ceded in death by a sister Gaile Edwards; and brother, Stanley Wyndham. Survivors in addition to his mother include his wife, Shelby Flowers Wyndham, Hoschton; children, Sherry Ann Westmoreland and Gerald P. Wilkinson, both of Hoschton, Mark Wilkin son and his wife Meredith, Gulf Breeze, Fla.; sisters, Linda Dupree and her husband Harry, Moncks Corner, S.C., and Karen Clontz and her husband David, Moncks Corner, S.C.; brother, Greg Wynd ham and his wife Lauren, Wheatland, Wyo.; grand children, Ashley Westmo reland, Shane Westmore land, Jamey Wyrick, and John Wilkinson; and great- grandson, Jacob Wyrick. Memorial services were held Saturday, February 20, in the Galilee Christian Church with Ministers Nick Vipperman and Tom Plank officiating. A private family burial was in the Galilee Christian Church Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the ALS Association Georgia Chapter, 5881 Glenridge Drive, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30328. Evans Funeral Home, Jef ferson, was in charge of arrangements. Online condolences at www.evansfuneralhomeinc. com Published by MainStreet Newspapers, Inc. March 2, 2016 (875-57.10)
