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6A Midweek Edition - September 2-3, 2020 The Times, Gainesville, Georgia | gainesvilletimes.com Obituaries Nancy Jordan Garland Died August 28, 2020 Mrs. Nancy Jordan Garland, age 83, of Braselton went to her heavenly home to reside with Jesus on Friday, August 28, 2020. Graveside Services will be 11:00 a.m., Friday, September 4, 2020 at Belmont Baptist Church Cemetery. Rev. Bill Compton will officiate. Mrs. Garland was born December 1, 1936 in Garvin, Oklahoma to Hollis and Elizabeth Jordan and the oldest of four children. Nancy worked for the State Mental Health Institute of Georgia for 30 years. A member of Eastern Star, she loved flowers and as a member of Belmont Baptist Church, she loved to sing, especially in the choir. In 1951, at the age of 14, she met Weldon Don Garland and they married three months later on October 4, 1951. Over the next six years together they began their legacy with three children, David Charles, Karol Dawn and Tamara Kay Garland. Their legacy continues to this present day totaling seven grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Mrs. Garland is survived by her husband, Weldon Garland; brother, James Jordan; sister, Martha & Junior Green; children, David & Barbara Garland, Dawn & Ronnie Fouts and Tamara & Mark Pierce; grandchildren, Jason & Megan Garland, Chad & Cheryl Garland, Bret & Christina Messer, Tiffany & Shane Lepock, Kristin & Seth Seagraves, Samantha & Luke Bishop and Autumn Wood; 15 great-grandchildren, 6 nieces; a nephew; 17 great-nieces and nephews; 25 great-great nieces & nephews; and 3 great-great-great nieces & nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Belmont Baptist Church Building Fund, 3635 Belmont Hwy, Gainesville, Georgia 30507, 770-532-4741. Memorial Park South Funeral Home, 4121 Falcon Parkway, Flowery Branch, Georgia 30542 is in charge of arrangements. Send on-line condolences to www.memorialpark funeralhomes.com. memorial r tKK so< m Ft ’XEKAL HOME A CEMETEJti Harry Willard Voelker Died August 21, 2020 Mr. Harry Willard Voelker, 86, of Oakwood passed away Thursday, August 27, 2020. A Celebration of Life Service was held at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 1, 2020 in the Chapel of Memorial Park Funeral Home. Rev. Rodney Stephens will officiate. The family received friends at Memorial Park Funeral Home on Tuesday, from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. Born on January 5, 1934 in Wilmington, D.E., he was the son of the late Harry Frederick and Margaret Grace Ware Voelker. He was retired from Indalex where he was a Die Corrector Engineer. Mr. Voelker was of the Methodist faith. In addition to his parents, Mr. Voelker is preceded in death by his son, Matthew Harry Voelker and sisters, Dorothy Finerty, Ginny Bruce and Mickey Johnson. Mr. Voelker is survived by his wife of 57 years, Fran Voelker; daughters, Lisa (Danny) Byrd, Jennifer (Jerry) Lusinski; daughter in law, Tonya Voelker; grandchildren, Josh Byrd, Madelyn Byrd, Sam Byrd, Dylan Lusinski, Alexis Lusinski, Logan Lusinski, Vivienne Voelker, Penelope Voelker; great grandson, Conner Lusinski; sister, Marion Shaw; brother in law, Keith (Nancy) McCary; special niece, Maggie (John) Kelly; a number of nieces and nephews; faithful companion Boston Terrier, Gracie. Memorial Park Funeral Home, 2030 Memorial Park Road, Gainesville, GA 30504 is in charge of arrangements. Send online condolences to www.memorialpar kfuneralhomes.com MEMORIAL PARK Funeral Homes a Cemeteries Katie Grace Love Died August 28, 2020 Katie Grace Love, 37, of Cleveland passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Friday, August 28, 2020 after a brief illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Desma Dorsey Love and Raleigh Love, her maternal grandparents Rev. Asa and Annie Kate Dorsey, her paternal grandmother Grace Love, uncle and aunt Leethel and Cheryl Dorsey, and uncles T.H. Dorsey, Brad Dorsey, and Dan Vandiver. She is survived by Sharrell and Sherrill Dorsey of Anniston, Ala., Miriam Vandiver of Lula, Ga., Cupie Dorsey of Columbia, S.C., Sandra Dorsey of Cleveland; Phillip Dorsey and Cheryl Peters of Marietta, Ga., Trilla and L.C. Pruitt of Cleveland, Fonda and Alan Riley of Acworth, Ga., and a host of cousins and friends. Special thanks go to friend Sally Oiler of Gainesville, Ga., to Hospice of NGMC and to the many caregivers who helped with nursing care. Katie was employed for many years at Walgreens in Gainesville where she will be greatly missed by her co workers and customers. Katie overcame many hardships and obstacles in life and was an inspiration to all who knew and loved her. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. BARRETT FUNERAL HOME ■WHITE COUNTY'S ONLY LOCAUY OWNED AND OPERATED FUNERAL HOME' •SERVING THE COMMUNITY SINCE 1976' Paul Hawthorne Hanna Died August 27, 2020 Paul Hawthorne Hanna died peacefully on August 27, 2020, at age 92, from Parkinson’s disease. Paul was born in Atlanta, GA on September 5, 1927 to Kate Pendley Hanna and James Jacob Hanna. He graduated from Decatur High School, served in the U.S. Navy, attended Oglethorpe University, and received degrees from the Atlanta Division of the University of Georgia and Emory University’s Candler School of Theology. In 1948 Paul married the love of his life, Sylvia Roberts. At the time of Sylvia’s death in 2016, they were within 2 weeks of their 68th wedding anniversary. Paul and Sylvia were the parents of five children, grandparents of 11 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. As a United Methodist minister in the N.GA Conference, Paul first served a circuit of five small country churches in Gordon, Pickens, and Bartow counties, with the parsonage in Fairmount, GA. He then served churches in Athens (First Church and Tuckston), Dalton (Morris Street), Blue Ridge (M. Church), Covington (First Church), and Rome (Trinity.) In a special assignment, Paul served as the United Methodist campus minister at the University of Georgia for 18 years, also serving for 8 of those years as the State Coordinator of Methodist Campus Ministry. After his retirement, Paul served as interim pastor of the McEver Road U.M. Church in Gainesville, and served as a substitute pastor in several Methodist Churches near Gainesville, GA where he and Sylvia retired. They were active members of Gainesville First U.M. Church, where Paul also co- taught in the Friendship Sunday School Class and served in other church leadership capacities. In 2004, the N.GA Chapter of the Methodist Federation for Social Action presented Paul with the Annual Eleanor Richardson Award for lifetime commitment to social justice. Paul and Sylvia dearly loved their family and spending time with them, especially at their lake house and at extended family gatherings and special occasions. The Hannas enjoyed traveling nationally & internationally. Paul served as chaplain on several cruise ships, where Paul and Sylvia performed their comedy act which they also performed as entertainment at senior church banquets and other community programs through the years. The Hannas were regularly enrolled in Life Long Learning courses at Brenau University, served as volunteers with the “Meals on Wheels” program, and served on the “Friends of the Library” Board in Gainesville. Paul’s other hobbies included attending live theater, films, photography, painting in oils & acrylics, and book collecting. Paul moved to Talmage Terrace Senior Living Community in Athens, GA in 2016 to be closer to family, where he enjoyed many friends and activities, and rejoined Athens First U.M. Church. Paul’s family is forever grateful for the wonderful care he received from Personal Care Director Missy Parker, the CNAs and staff at Talmage Terrace, Kindred Hospice nurses and staff, and his loving & efficient private caregivers. Paul is survived by his brother Jim Hanna of Athens; his children: Alan Hanna & wife Susan Carrier of Boulder, CO; Marilee Hanna Freshley & husband Philip of Watkinsville; Peggy Hanna Valdez & husband Michael of Tampa, FL; Jeffrey Hanna & wife Renee’ of Flowery Branch; Jonathon Hanna & wife Mary Carney of Athens. Grandchildren: Jennifer Hanna, Mary Kate Hanna, Taylor Freshley, Megan Freshley, Kayla Weese, Charsie Valdez, Matt Hanna, Bethany Hanna; and great grandchildren June Freshley, Rex Freshley, and Wyatt Weese (due anytime); Nieces & nephews: Jim Hanna, Jr., Mark Hanna, Bart Roberts, Caron Roberts Bateman; and many great nieces and nephews. Paul was preceded in death by his parents James & Kate Hanna, wife Sylvia Roberts Hanna, brother Bill Hanna, in-laws Alaine Hanna, George & Jackie Roberts, daughter-in-law Jessica French Hanna, grandchildren: Joseph Paul Hanna, Heather Hanna, Benjamin Hanna; and niece Milli Roberts Hart. Because of the COVID pandemic and distances to be traveled, a family gathering and burial will be held at a future date. Honorary donations may be made to the church or library of your choice. Condolences or family messages may be sent to: 1111 Trailwood Dr., Watkinsville, GA 30677 Online condolences may be offered at www. lordandstephens. com. Ryan Keaton Raber Died August 21, 2020 Ryan Keaton Raber, age 26, of Alpharetta, formerly Gainesville, passed away Thursday, August 27, 2020. Keaton was born in Hall County on June 16, 1994. He was welcomed into heaven by his Dad, Greg Raber, both grandfathers, Dr. John Raber and Robert Dover, and several close friends. Though Keaton was young, he had lived a full life. One of his greatest accomplishments was successfully completing the program at No Longer Bound ministries. After his graduation, he reached in and he reached back to serve with No Longer Bound as an intern to help other men recover from addiction. He continued to minister to young men by going on staff with 3D Teen Recovery in Gainesville as a resident mentor. His life and story influenced many people and will prayerfully inspire many more. Keaton will be remembered for his spiritual wisdom and discernment, his resiliency, his authenticity, rounded out by his playful, fun- loving nature. He was a strong and skilled wrestler like his Dad. He was very adventurous and was blessed by an opportunity to care for orphans in Uganda with Helping Hands Foreign Missions. He will always be remembered by his love for his family and friends. Survivors include his mother Lisa Raber, Dahlonega; sister and brother-in-law Jordan and Jeremy Moore, Atlanta; beloved nieces and nephews Ruthie, Lydia, Micah, and Jonah who affectionately called him Uncle KeKe; maternal grandmother Alma Edwards, Dahlonega; paternal grandmother Gloria Niblett (Jim), Blue Ridge; aunts, uncles, and other relatives; and his girlfriend Laura Beth Lorentz. A funeral service for Keaton was held at Yahoola Baptist Church on Sunday, August 30, 2020 at 4:00 PM with the Rev. Kris Butler and Mr. Chris Finley officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery with the Rev. Jeremy Moore officiating. The family asks that anyone who attends the funeral, to please wear a mask. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to No Longer Bound, 2725 Pine Grove Road, Cumming, GA 30041 or on their website nolongerbound. com. To share a memory of Keaton or a condolence with the family visit andersonunderwood. com. Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home of Dahlonega Thomas E. (“Ed”) Harris Died August 30, 2020 Thomas E. (“Ed”) Harris, 93, formerly of Gainesville, entered into eternal rest on August 30, 2020, after a brief illness. A private family burial service will be held. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be scheduled later. He was born January 9, 1927, to the late Theo and Emma Mae Mann Harris in Bowman. He was also predeceased by a sister, Doris H. Stafford Hayes, and a daughter, Susan H. Hanes. Survivors include his wife of almost 74 years Margaret H. Harris, Sons Tommy (Rita), Bobby (Jean), and Don (Laura); seven grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and a number of nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church, 8455 Old State Road, Holly Hill, SC 29059. Services are under the direction of Avinger Funeral Home, 2274 Eutaw Road, Holly Hill, SC 29059. Death Notices Suzanne Esther Kubinec Adler Died August 28, 2020 Suzanne Esther Kubinec Adler, age 77 of Sky Val ley, died Friday, August 28th. No formal services have been planned. Ar rangements by Habersh am Crematory, Cornelia. Brenda Anderson Died August 28, 2020 Brenda Anderson, age 72, of Flowery Branch, died Friday, August 28th. The family received friends at the funeral home on Monday, August 31st from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Arrangements by Flanigan Funeral Home and Crematory, Buford. Mamie Gertrude Saxon Armour Died August 28, 2020 Mamie Gertrude Saxon Armour, age 99, of Lula, died August 28th. Fu neral services were held on August 30th at 3:30 p.m. in the Chapel of Memorial Park Funeral Home. Arrangements by Memorial Park Funeral Home, Gainesville. Joseph Lanier Bennett Died August 31, 2020 Joseph “Pete” Lanier Bennett, age 82, of Al pharetta, died Monday, August 31st. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, September 2nd at 12:00 noon at Sawnee View Gardens in Cumming. Family received friends at the funeral home on Tuesday from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory, Cumming. Otis George Bingham Died August 31, 2020 Otis George Bingham, age 83 of Pendergrass, died Monday August 31st. A visitation and celebration of life was held 5-8 PM Tuesday September 1st at Ivie Fu neral Home, Commerce. No funeral service will be conducted. Arrange ments by Ivie Funeral Home, Commerce. Guyrene Truelove Bowling August 29, 2020 Guyrene Truelove Bowl ing, 90, of Murrayville, died on August 29th. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., on September 5th in the chapel of W.R. Strick land & Sons, Clermont. Arrangements by W.R. Strickland & Sons, Cler mont. Jo Ann Buice Died September 1, 2020 Jo Ann Buice, Age 88, of Buford, died September 1st. Funeral Arrange ments are pending. Ar rangements by Flanigan Funeral Home and Crematory, Buford. Georgie Eugenie Burrell Died August 29, 2020 Georgie Eugenie Burrell, age 92 of Mt. Airy, died Saturday, August 29th. Funeral services were held at 3:00 p.m. Monday, August 31st at the Hillside Memorial Chapel. Interment fol lowed in the Hazel Creek Baptist Church Ceme tery. The family received friends at the funeral home from 2:00 p.m. until the service hour on Monday. Arrangements by Hillside Memorial Chapel, Clarkesville. Dorothy B. Carpenter Died August 27, 2020 Dorothy B. “Dot” Car penter of Gainesville, died August 27th. There are no immediate plans for a memorial service. Arrangements by Barrett Funeral Home, Cleve land. Russell Joe Cheek Died August 27, 2020 Russell Joe “Chico” Cheek age 84 of Gaines ville, died Thursday August 27th. Visitation was held on Sunday Au gust 30th from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements by Memo rial Park Funeral Home, Gainesville. JackThurmon Clark August 31, 2020 Jack Thurmon Clark, 83, of Lula, died on August 31st. The funeral service will be announced by W.R. Strickland & Sons, Clermont. Selena Davis Creasman Died August 27, 2020 Selena Davis Creas man, age 79, of Clarkes ville, died August 27th. Services will be pri vate. Arrangements by Habersham Crematory, Cornelia. Bobby Lee Culpepper Died August 24, 2020 Bobby Lee Culpepper, age 65 of Oakwood, died Monday August 24th. No formal ser vices are planned at this time. Arrangements by Southcare Crematory, Alpharetta. IheSitnes gainesvilletimes.com Honestly local. Obituary Notices are updated daily on GainesvilleTimes.com Sign up at gainesvilletimes.com/register to receive the latest news and obituaries from our daily email newsletter.
