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Tuesday, May 11,2021 ®Ijt Tberalti <©a?fttf 5A DEATH NOTICE Joel Edward White Obituaries are published as received Carol Morris English Carol Morris English, age 77 of Milner, passed away Monday, May 3, 2021 at Macon Medical Center. Carol was born in Milner, Georgia on December 25, 1943. Her father Willis Cantrell Crawford, her mother, Myrtle Fran cis Mangham Crawford, her hus band, Larry English, brother, Bobby Crawford, sister, Francis Ellis, and granddaughter, Nicole Dunn, all preceded her in death. She retired from Margie Brinkley’s Tax Service. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Shannon and Lon nie Dunn; grandson, Jeremy Dunn; sister, Geraldine Norman of Bakersfield, California; sister, Gwendolyn Davis of Augusta, Georgia; sister, Dorothy Ann Dye of Mt. Juliet, Tennessee; sister, Marlene Alford (Sam) of Milner, Georgia and Susan Allen of Sugar Hill, Georgia. Visitation was held Thursday, May 6, 2021 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Conner-Westbury Funeral Home. A funeral service was held on Friday, May7, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. at Plainview Baptist Church in Grif fin. Reverend Buster Dockins officiated. Interment followed in Westwood Gardens. Conner-Westbury Funeral Home 1891 West McIn tosh Road, Griffin is in charge of arrangements. Please join the family in honoring the life of Carol Morris English by visiting www.conner-westburyfu- neralhome.com to post your tributes and memories. Michelle Kennington Parker Ms. Donna Michelle Kennington Parker, age 59, of Barnesville, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, May 06, 2021 at WellStar Spalding Hospital. Ms. Parker was born on Wednesday, October 04, 1961 in Atlanta, Georgia. She was the daughter of the late Robert Wayne Kennington. She was a hard worker and loved her Lord. Michelle was a member of the New Life Baptist Church. Michelle is survived by daughter, Delaney Parker; mother & father, Charlene & Roger Hollandsworth; granddaughter, Amiah Charlene Willis; sisters & brother-in law,Valerie & Mike Panchian; brother, Brian Kennington; several nieces & nephews, great-nieces & great-nephews, and her dog, Pocket. A memorial service for Ms. Michelle Parker will be held at a later date. To sign the online registry or to send a condolence online, please do so at www.williams-westburyfuner- alhome.com Williams-Westbury Funeral Home, 526 College Drive Barnesville, Georgia is serving the Parker fam ily. Annette Duckworth Parse May 28, 1927-April 28, 2021 A child of the greatest generation, Annette Duck worth Parse embodied every aspect of this great gen eration. She was a survivor of the hardships of the depression and a war bride in 1943 to Clarence White. Annette was a loving, kind, and a precious treasure to family and friends alike. Known as Mom, Grandma, and Grandma Great she spent her entire life devoted to the ones she cherished and loved the most. Annette’s legacy, imparted to her children, is reflected in her fierce work ethic, her strong commitment to family, and her desire to live respon sibly. Annette was a member of Christ Community Lutheran Church, Ridgefield, WA. Annette was born in Milner, GA, the daughter of Roscoe Bonnyman Duckworth and Frances Sterne Duckworth Kennedy. She was one of six children including Louise Wilson (deceased), Julian Duck worth (deceased), Delia Howard (deceased), Doris Duckworth (deceased), and a surviving sister, Edwina Leverett of St. Cloud, FL. Annette was truly a daughter of the south and would keep her southern roots long after she had left the region. The syrupy sound of her southern accent and her infectious laugh always warmed the hearts of those with whom she conversed. In 1950, Annette and her family moved to Rich mond, CA, where she spent many years raising her family and working for the telephone company as an operator and supervisor. In 1965, Annette mar ried Walter Parse, the love of her life. Together they moved to Vancouver, Washington in 1968, and in 1977 she retired from the telephone company. Walt and An nette shared a beautiful life together. Widowed in 1996, Annette filled her life connect ing with and loving her huge family. She was always ready to celebrate birthdays, weddings, and new babies. She also continued the snow-bird excursions to Yuma, AZ, begun together with Walt. And her home in Vancouver was a place to relax for more than 51 years. Annette’s life was truly a life well lived. In the completion of her full life, Annette is sur vived by her sons, Craig (Mimi) White, Simpsonville SC, Paul (Kathy) White, Vancouver, WA, and daughter Robin White, Las Vegas, NV. Annette was preceded in death by beloved son Mario White, and is now reunited together in heaven. Adding to Annette’s legacy are the beautiful 10 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren that she loved so much. In the closing of Annette’s full, earthly life, we em brace the memories of this woman of integrity, ser vice, and sacrifice who enriched the lives of all who knew her. Now, after a long life, one month short of 94 years, she is in the arms of Jesus. We will all miss her more than words can convey, but she will always live on in our hearts. A Celebration of Annette’s life will be at Memorial Lutheran Church, 2700 E. 28th St., Vancouver, WA. Monday, May 24, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. Those wishing to honor her memory are encouraged to make dona tions to the Ray Hickey Hospice House 2112 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver, WA 98661. ADVERTISE Ads build businesses 770.358.NEWS Mr. Joel Edward White, age 59, of Lamar County, GA, passed way on Sunday, May 2, 2021 at his resi dence. Joel was born in Griffin on March 31, 1962. He was the son of the late Douglas White and Mary Catherine White. Joel was a fun, loving and strong man who loved fishing, golf and football. Joel is survived by his daughters and sons-in-law, Brandy and Tony Turner of Griffin, Jae and Gilbert Watson of Gray, GA, Melanie and Sam Mimes of Gray, GA; grandchildren, Madison and Tripp Bostwick, Macie White and Peyton Simmons; brother and sister and their spouses, Allen and Claire White and Mary Lyn Cagle. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. A small memorial gathering was held at his home- place Saturday, May 8, 2021 for family and friends from noon to 4 p.m. Ogletree earns TAF fellowship Austin Ogletree of Barnesville, an LCHS graduate, was one of only 50 1 students nation wide to be chosen for the Television Academy Founda tion’s 2021 summer fellows program. Ogle- OGLETREE tree attends UCLA and is working toward an MFA degree in film, tele vision and digital media production. Ogletree aspires to be a producer and an agent for enter tainers and others. Racial Reconciliation book study to start May 17 On Monday evenings at 7 p.m., beginning May 17 and continuing for the next eight weeks, the general public is invited to a community-wide discussion on racial reconciliation, centered around the book, “Why are all the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria? (And Other Conversations About Race)” by Beverly Daniel Tatum, PhD. James Butler, Denise Groll and Cyndi McDonald will moderate the discussions. “The au thor defines racism and speaks from that shared definition. She helps pro mote awareness involving per spectives as sociated with each race. The book is not intimidating,” explained James Butler, when asked why he chose the book for the study. Butler has lived in Barnesville his entire life, has a B.S. and two masters degrees in psychology, works as a professional land sur veyor, and was recently elected to the school board. He describes race relations in our commu nity as “one of growth and continued improve ment. There are so many good things about Lamar County. When misunder standings arise, it’s often unintentional. These con versations will help us all become more aware.” “Maybe we don’t see blatant racism every day, but it exists.” Denise Groll said. “Until the playing field is even for all, there is work to be done. Our goal is to bring awareness and to discuss how we, as a so ciety, can bring change. We must embrace our cultures, celebrate our diversity, and at the same time fight for Civil Rights for all. We need to listen to one another and to learn.” Groll, Manager and Li brarian of Milner Public Library, recently moved to Barnesville from Vermont. Growing up, she spent her summers with her grandparents, who lived in Macon. Her undergraduate degree is in History, with a focus on civil rights, and she has a Masters in Library Science. “At a time where there is division in the United States, we want to bring people together to talk honestly about our past in Lamar County, and ways to make our future better. These discussions will focus on ways to help, not blame, and how to improve race relations for the next generation,” said Cyndi McDonald, who moved to Barnesville four years ago to become senior pastor of Barnesville First United Methodist Church. McDonald has a PhD in Finance and taught at the university level before she was called to the ministry. Books can be pur chased for $10 at Barnesville First United Methodist Church, 375 Thomaston Street, Barnesville on Mon days and Wednesdays from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Amazon.com also offers the book for sale. Barnes ville and Milner Public Library members may check the book out for free. To sign up, fill out the registration form on the Barnesville First United Methodist Church web site: BarnesvilleFUMC. org. There is no registra tion fee. A Zoom link will be emailed to registrants prior to the first session, which will be an intro ductory overview. For those unable to attend by Zoom, there will be limited seating available in the church’s Fellow ship Hall. In-person meetings are expected to be announced at a later date. NATIONAL UI-STSI.I.I.I.R WHY ARE ALL THE BLACK KIDS SITTING TOGETHER IN THE CAFETERIA? Ami Other Conversation* About Race Beverly Daniel Tatum, PhD SUBSCRIBE TODAY! alette barnesville. com P.O. 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