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HOUSTON DAILY JOURNAL OBITUARIES DAVID MILLER PIERCE PERRY - David Miller Pierce, Chief Judge of the Magistrate Court of Houston County, died of pancreatic cancer July 13 at the Houston Medical Center, Perry Hospital. He was 61. Born in Hawkinsville, Georgia, in 1945 to Mr. and Mrs. John Dupree Pierce, Judge Pierce attended Hawkinsville High School, where he was a scholar and all-state quarter back, leading his team to the 1962 State championship game before graduating in 1963. Judge Pierce graduated from Florida State University in 1966 with a Bachelor of Arts in mathematics and later attended Emory University School of Law, receiving his Juris Doctor degree in 1969. While attending law school, his mother reintroduced him to his childhood neighbor, Susan Dean, and the two were soon married on August 3, 1968. Following law school, he joined the United States Air Force and served as a member of the Judge Advocate General Department, attaining the rank of Captain before receiv ing an honorable discharge in 1974. Judge Pierce and his wife then moved back to Perry, where they gave birth to their daugh ter Meredith. Engaged in the private prac tice of law for 27 years with Nunn, Geiger & Pierce, and later Geiger & Pierce, Judge Pierce was appointed to the Houston County Magistrate Court in 1997, where he has dili gently served for the past nine years. A renaissance man, Judge Pierce was as likely to be found enjoying a Florida State football game, as he was working in his yard or preparing a gourmet meal for friends and family. A man of integrity, compassion and intellect, he was highly regarded by his legal colleagues and the community at large. Judge Pierce was an active participant in a variety of pro fessional and community organizations. As a member of the Perry United Methodist Church, he served as a member of the Administrative Board, Finance Committee, and Staff- Parrish Committee. He was also Chairman of the Board of Trustees and a member of the Christadelphian Sunday School class. Also active in Rotary, with 30 years of perfect attendance, his leadership roles included serving as President, District Director, Assistant Governor, Paul Harris Fellow, and Will Watt Fellow. Within his community, he has served as a Chairman of the Perry Area Chamber of Commerce, the Houston County Development Authority, The Westfield Schools Board of Trustees, and the Middle Georgia Military Affairs Committee, as well as serving on the Board of Governors for The Grand Opera House; Museum of Aviation Foundation, Robins Air Force Base; Board of Directors for the Robins Air Force Base Museum and The Air Force Association. Professionally, Judge Pierce presided over the Municipal Courts of the cities of Perry, Byron, and Roberta, and served on the Georgia Commission on Dispute Resolution and the Chiropractic offices around the nation issue challenge Special to the HDJ On Tuesday, Perry Chiropractic Health Center will join other chiropractic offices around the country in a competition to see who can raise the most funds for the Houston-Middle Georgia Chapter of the American Red Cross. New patients to the Perry Chiropractic Center will only be charged $17.76 (the year our country was formed), and each pres ent patient will get one office visit for only Local blood drives off chance to give gift of life Special to HDJ The American Red Cross is holding blood drives across Houston County this month, as it does every month. According to the Red Cross, blood supplies are at a critically low level, with less than one day’s supply of sev eral blood types. Thousands of accident victims, cancer patients, premature babies, and countless others need blood donations. To make a donation, visit one of these locations throughout July. July 24: 2 p.m. - 7 p.m. at Rehoboth Baptist Church, U.S. 41, Perry July 26: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Robins Federal Credit Union, 803 Watson Blvd., Warner Robins July 27: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Middle Georgia Technical K* Remind you. recycle and serve one natural - Recycling just a little mow can make a big difference i for future generations. I cvcy ■ PIERCE $17.76. According to Alexis Puryear, office manag er of the Houston-Middle Georgia American Red Cross, if a patient cannot come on July 18, you can still get the rate on a different day. Just call and mention the special rate for the fundraiser. All money collected will be donated to the local Houston-Middle Georgia Chapter of the American Red Cross. College, 80 Cohen Walker Road, Warner Robins July 27: 2 p.m. - 7 p.m. Trinity United Methodist Church, 129 S. Houston Lake Road, Warner Robins July 28: 2 p.m. - 7 p.m. First United Methodist Church, 101 Wilson Drive, Centerville This year, the American Red Cross honors 125 years of serving the American public Through out 2006, the Red Cross plans to cel ebrate by continuing to play a role in American history. The American Red Cross also offers classes that pro vide CPR training. GOT TINT? Beat The Heat This Summer With Custom Window Tint By LLumac WINDOW FILM LIHEJT |J»JMir-ON TRUCK BKDLIMmn* a Commissions Committee of Rules. He was also a member of the Council of Magistrate Court Judges serving on the Executive Committee and Training Council, the Council of Municipal Court Judges Executive Committee, the State Bar of Georgia, American Bar Association, and Houston County Bar Association. In addition to his wife, Susan, and his daughter, Meridith Hunter, and son-in-law, John, who live in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Judge Pierce leaves his two brothers, Dr. R. Thomas Pierce of Perry and Jack R. Pierce of St. Simons Island, as well as seven nieces and nephews. The family will receive visitors at Watson-Hunt Funeral Home from 6:00-8:00 pm, Friday, July 14. The funeral will be Saturday, July 15 at 11:00 am at the Perry United Methodist Church. Graveside burial will follow for family and close friends at Orange Hill Cemetery in Hawkinsville. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Perry United Methodist Church, the American Diabetes Association, or the American Cancer Society. Please sign the online register at watsonhunt.com ELLEN E. ENDLER : WARNER ROBINS - Ellen E. Endler, beloved wife of 61 years to Alfred F. Endler, passed away on July 12, 2006 at the Houston Medical Center after an extended illness. She was 85 years old. Visitation will be held at McCullough Funeral Home, Houston Lake Road on Saturday, July 15, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Funeral servic es will be held Sunday, July 16, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church in Warner Robins, with interment in Parkway Memorial Gardens. Ellen was the eldest daughter of seven children born in Rochester, Pa., to the late Frank and Eva Giannakos. As one of the “Greatest Generation”, she was raised dur ing the Depression and learned the value of hard work and the importance of family, faith and friends, which guided and sus tained her throughout her life. As a teenager, she assumed responsibility for maintain ing the family household and raising her younger siblings. It was during this time that she met her future husband, Al. Following high school and the onset of World War 11, she worked for the telephone company in both Pittsburgh and Washington, DC, rising to a supervisory position. On January 8, 1945, she and Al were married in San Antonio, TX, while he was assigned to the Army Air Corps as an instructor pilot. Following the end of the war, she and Al returned to Pittsburgh. During the Korean War, Al was recalled to active duty, and she and the family relocated a number of times, living in California, England, and eventually Warner Robins. She returned to work in 1965 with Flint Electric Membership Corporation as the customer service represen tative, and retired for medical reasons in the early 1980’s. July 22: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Adult CPR/AED (S3O), First Aid ($45), Infant/Child CPR(SSS). July 29: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. Infant/Child CPR (S3O), First Aid ($45). The Red Cross asks that all fees be paid before the class. All sessions are held at the American Red Cross Training Room at 346 Corder Road, Warner Robins. For more information you can contact the Houston- Middle Georgia Chapter at 923-6332 or call Blood Services at 405-0195 to make an appointment for donation. f I mr- * Uvk f'V % I > jsfik 1 i . iJHg HR. / «P| 592 Carl Vinson Pkwy Warner Hollins, GA 329-8100 , magmf LOCAL The Perry Chiropractic Health Center has made provisions to accommodate several, new patients on July 18 and had set addi tional times for exams. Patients may obtain free consult and exams referral coupons to refer family, friends, and co-workers. This is the third year Perry Chiropractic has participated in this fundraising event, says Puryear, and in past years, they have raised over SI,OOO for the local Red Cross chapter. Get The Scoop On Local News & Sports hhjnews.com Check It Out & Email Us Your Feedback! Middle Georgia Values JgpL. IsR M V'/ - : ,§Pr Tm? oetf &#?<■ tee tee , ; ~>iV > ikte end /$ £tmddo*e? ?te wn jerstfmi the V fuadMwsai refers that , /femfe B**d fsfwsate «wth« ear rafnmura&rt ’ ' Middle Georgia Values-"~The Backbone of America Conservatism end common sense guide Tony Sellkr in everything he does As our Stale Representative, he’ll push to give families healthcare options and the ability lo pay for then.. He’ll work to get families out from under the burden of high taxes. Republican TONY STATE REPRESENTATIVE Though her family, both immediate and extended, was her love and focus, she also found time to serve as a Red Cross volunteer, Sunday School teacher, and Girl Scout leader. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, the PTA, First Presbyterian Church, and was a long time mem ber of the Warner Robins Women’s Club, where she was past honored as “Woman of the Year”. She was a voracious reader, enjoyed playing bridge, sewing, cooking, and being with family and friends. Ellen was deeply involved in the early years of the devel opment of the Warner Robins Air Force Museum, spending countless hours working as a volunteer in the gift shop, and wherever else she might be needed. Ellen was an outstand ing cook, and her talents were shared and loved by many. She was a friend to all. Her home and table were always a welcoming spot for those who came to her door and one always left with a plate of goodies. Ellen is survived by her husband of 61 years, Al, her young est sister, Peggy Bertolino, New York, her son, Rick (Linda) Endler, Aiken, SC; daughter, Jo Ellen (Noel) Robbins, Warner Robins; granddaughters, Elizabeth (Jimmy) Wells, St. Paul, MN; Sarah (David) Pitre, Fairhope, AL; Mary Ellen (Chad) Miller, Winter Park, FL; step-granddaughter, Ashley (Bill) Pontius, great-granddaughter Madeline Pitre, and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Rebecca Lynn Endler. Ellen will be deeply missed by her husband, family, and her many friends. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church 1139 Watson Blvd. Warner Robins, GA 31088 or one’s favorite charity. Friends may call at the residence of Jo Robbins, 25 Willow Lake Drive, Warner Robins. Go to www.mcculloughfh.com to sign the Online Registry for the family. McCullough Funeral Home has charge of arrangements. ETHELYN CLERKLEY PERRY - Ethelyn Clerkley died Saturday, July 8, 2006. Services will be held 11 a.m., Saturday, (TODAY) at St. James CME Church. Interment will be at Hayneville Baptist Church Cemetery. Survivors include her son, Malcolm Clerkley, grandchildren, sisters, daughter and son in-laws. The fam ily greeted friends from 6 to 7 p.m., Friday at Richardson Funeral Home. Richardson Funeral home of Perry has charge of arrange ments THELMA A. MARKHAM KATHLEEN - Thelma A. Markham, 92, passed away on Thursday, July 13, 2006. Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 15, 2006 in the chapel of McCullough Funeral Home with interment following in Magnolia Park Cemetery. Visitation was Friday evening from 6 until 8 p.m. at McCullough Funeral Home. ENDLER l y m\ &&.' 9f r-i jPajfc t s£3*: ■>'»& * SATURDAY, JULY 15, 2006 With the funds collected from the chal lenge, the American Red Cross, a humani tarian organization led by volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement, will provide relief to victims of disasters and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies. Call 987-9666 to make an appointment as soon as possible, as patients will be seen by appointment only. and support Governor Perdue and other Conservative leaders to protect traditional marriage. Tony believes that just as families have to live wiihitt a budget. so should government. He'll work to make our Stale government reflect our values. j Vote for Tony and Sonny Republican Primary Julylß 6A