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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 12, 2023 THE JACKSON HERALD PAGE 15 A Obituaries Thomas, Jefferson; two brothers, Joe Gary, Jef ferson, and John Gary, Elberton; sister, Shannon Gary, Elberton; six grandchildren, Amberly, Tay lor, Jathen, Noah, Addie and Charlotte; and two step-children, Chelsie Stinchcomb and Joseph Smith, Jefferson, also survive. Funeral service: Sat urday April 15, 2023, at 11 a.m. at the Purpose Church, 103 Thyati- ra Community Chapel Road, Jefferson, Georgia 30549. Evans Funeral Home, Inc., 1350 Winder High way, Jefferson, Georgia, 706-367-5467. Online condolences at www.evansfuneralhomeinc.com. Published by MainStreet Newspapers, Inc. Week of April 9-15 Richard Everette House ELBERTON — Richard Everette House, 94, El berton and formerly of Carlton, husband of 68 years to the late Mae Chapman House, passed away on Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at his residence. Mr. House was bom in Quitman County on Jan uary 9, 1929, the young est child of the late Rob ert Fulton House and Gladys Echols House. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his grandson, Clint King; and his sister, Mir iam House. He graduated from Tignall High School and served his country faithfully in the United States Navy in Korea. Richard retired after 45+ years as a truck driver and was a farmer who particularly enjoyed bailing hay and tending to his cattle. Mr. House was a member of Carlton Baptist Church where he was a former deacon. He was also a member of the Georgia Cattleman’s Associ ation, the Georgia Young Farmers Association, and the Lafayette Masonic Lodge #23. Survivors include his children, John E. House, Elberton, Brenda H. and Ray King, Carlton, and Linda H. and Trey Dean, Bogart; grandchildren, Stephanie House, Michael House and Allison Dean; great-grandchildren, Bailey Yarbrough, Bentley House, Rylan House and Braxton House; and numerous other relatives and friends. Funeral service: Friday, April 7, 2023, at 1 p.m. from the graveside in the Carlton City Cemetery with the Rev. Lee Adams officiating. Contributions may be made in his memory to the Carlton City Cemetery Fund, P.O. Box 56, Carlton, Ga. 30627. Berry Funeral Home & Crematory of Elberton is respectfully in charge of arrangements for Mr. Richard Everette House. Those wishing may sign the online guestbook at www.berryfh.com. Published by MainStreet Newspapers, Inc. Week of April 9-15 Michael James McGee Michael James McGee, 41, beloved son of Jim and Marianne McGee, passed away on Tuesday, March 28, 2023. Bom January 17, 1982 in Ridgewood, New Jer sey, Michael was forever a child in spirit. His en gaging personality, gen erosity and quick wit left a lasting impression on all who knew him. After high school in N.J., Michael served in the US Coast Guard in Wilmington, North Car olina, and later settled in the Atlanta-area. His friends and family benefited from his many talents developed through some of his favorite jobs. He was an exceptional chef and an expert cheesemonger. His most recent and lon gest commitment was in fulfillment services at ReaderLink in Winder. Michael, who played goalie on a soccer travel team in N.J., totally embraced Atlanta United from their first year on. As with everything he was in terested in, he immersed himself in learning all he could about MLS soccer. Michael leaves behind his mother and father, Marianne and Jim McGee, Sandy Springs; his sis ter, Robin McGee, brother-in-law, Jonathan Zu- rick, his nieces, Maya and Josephine, and his neph ew, Jonathan, Atlanta; aunts, uncle and cousins and many dear friends. A celebration of life will be announced as soon as plans can be arranged. Memorial donations can be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, Make-A-Wish Foundation or to any animal rescue shelter. Rest in peace, our dear Michael. You will be for ever missed by those who love you. Published by MainStreet Newspapers, Inc. Week of April 9-15 Patricia Conner Tucker GAINESVILLE — Patricia Conner Tucker, 88, of Gainesville (formerly of Winder), passed away on Saturday, April 1, 2023. Mrs. Tucker was born on November 11, 1934, in Monroe, to her late parents, Helen Day Conner and Charles Arthur Conner. She was preceded in death by her younger sister, Sarah Reid Conner. Patricia is survived by her loving husband of 67 years, Ronald Crawford Tucker, Gainesville; daughters and sons-in-law, Patricia and Mike Register, Jacksonville, Florida, and Ellen and Patrick Toms, Gainesville; six grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Patricia was a graduate of Agnes Scott College in Decatur. In addition to her career as a Geor gia History teacher in Barrow County, she was a tireless and dedicated wife, mother, church and community servant and friend to all. She often spoke proudly of her large extended family and her treasured memories of time spent with them. There are no words to capture all of the love she gave and all of the people she touched but her im pact is written on the lives of everyone who knew her. Although she has passed from our sight, we carry her in our grateful hearts. Funeral service: Friday, April 14,2023,at 2 p.m. at the Winder First United Methodist Church sanctuary with the Rev. Dr. Geoffrey Murphy of ficiating. Family to receive friends: Friday, April 14, 2023, from 1 to 2 p.m. at the church. In lieu of flowers, Mrs. Tucker requested dona tions to Winder First United Methodist Church. Meadows Funeral Home, Inc. is in charge of arrangements. Please sign the guestbook online at www.meadowsfuneralhomeinc .com. Jerry Benjamin Wilkinson BALDWIN — Jerry Benjamin Wilkinson, 77, Baldwin, went to his heavenly home with his Lord and to be reunited with his loving wife, on Satur day, April 8, 2023. Mr. Wilkinson was bom on September 20, 1946 in Banks Coun ty, to the late Thomas and Christine Andrews Wilkinson. He was pre ceded in death by his loving wife of 56 years, Dianne Byrd Wilkinson; and his brother, “Jake” Wilkinson. Mr. Wilkinson was a member of Lamar Christian Church. He had retired from BellSouth with 30 years of dedicated service as a lineman. Jerry will be remembered as a loving husband, fa ther, grandfather and great-grandfather. He loved to spend time outdoors and was an avid NASCAR fan. Survivors include his daughter and son-in-law, Melissa and Donald Edmonds, Baldwin; sons and daughter-in-law, Robert Wilkinson, Baldwin, and Patrick and Noy Wilkinson, Baldwin; grandchil dren, Alexis and Kyle Smith, Kelsey and Andrew Loggins, Tyson Wilkinson, Drayden Kinnarath and Janiyah Wilkinson; great-grandsons, Lukas Smith and Mason Smith; brother and sister-in-law, Tommy and Mary Wilkinson, Baldwin; brother-in- law and sister-in-law, Raymond and Louise Byrd, Baldwin; and sisters-in-law, Pauline Gailey, Bald win, and Nancy Curd, Toccoa. Funeral service: Tuesday, April 11, 2023, at 2 p.m. in the Whitfield Funeral Home, South Chapel with the Rev. Jerrell Beatty, family and friends officiating. Interment will follow in the Old Wilkinson Family Cemetery Family to receive friends: Monday, April 10, 2023, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. and Tuesday, April 11, 2023, from 12 to 1:45 p.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements have been entmsted to the Whit field Funeral Homes & Crematory, South Chap el, 1370 Industrial Boulevard, Baldwin, Georgia 30511,706-778-7123. Published by MainStreet Newspapers, Inc. Week of April 9-15 Ronnie Eugene Wilson JEFFERSON — Ronnie Eugene Wilson, 54, Jef ferson, passed away on Tuesday, April 4, 2023. He was the son of the late Jacquelyn Gibson Reid and Ronnie Wilson. Survivors include two brothers, Richard Reid, Vermont, and Andy Reid, Jefferson; Christine Daniel; Samantha and Mark Cook, Jefferson; and a special cousin, David Archer, Athens. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Published by MainStreet Newspapers, Inc. Week of April 9-15 / \| REMINDER Memorial Day is Monday, May 29, 2023 "Freedom makes a huge requirement of every human being. 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