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Weekend Edition-November 14-15, 2020 The Times, Gainesville, Georgia | gainesvilletimes.com Obituaries Keith James Grogan Died November 12, 2020 Keith James Grogan, passed away November 12, 2020 at Morningside Assisted Living in Gainesville, GA, after several years of declining health. Keith was born in Dawson County on June 28, 1928, to the late Homer Nathaniel and Anice Parks Grogan. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Lida Vickers Grogan, (who died on April 2, 2018); infant granddaughter, Katie Terry; sisters Modree Bowers, Shirley (Charlie) Strong, Joyce (Billy) Wallace, and Patsy Clegg; and brother Rex Grogan. Keith graduated from Dawson County High School and attended North Georgia College. He was a veteran of the US Army. Keith and Lida made their home in Gainesville, GA, where they raised their family. Keith retired after 30 years with the US Department of Agriculture. Keith always maintained a lifelong pride in his heritage of Dawson County and enduring love of the people. Keith was affectionately known as Paw Paw to his six grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren, and he would often allow them a ride in his prized possession, his truck. Keith was an active member of First Baptist Church of Gainesville, GA. He was a member of the Anglers Sunday School Class, deacon of the church and a long standing member of the Sanctuary choir. He was also a member of the Gainesville Kiwanis Club. Keith is survived by his son, Jim Grogan and Susan Smithson of Gainesville; and daughter Julie Terry and Retired Lt. General James Terry of Orlando, FL; grandchildren, Seth Terry of Rome, GA; Will and Tyler Grogan of Atlanta, GA ; Jared and Dr. Cora Terry of Huntsville, AL; Brittan Grogan Mullins and Dr., Stephen Mullins of Cookeville, TN; Cameron and Gabriela Grogan of Atlanta, GA; Julianne Terry Braudis and Major James Braudis of Fort Irwin, CA; sister-in- law, Mildred Grogan of Cornelia, GA; brother-in- law, Bud (Dale) Clegg of Gainesville, GA; thirteen great-grandchildren; and a number of nieces and nephews. Keith will be remembered as a devoted and caring husband to Lida and a loving father, grandfather, great grandfather and a true Southern gentleman. Due to Covid restrictions, a private graveside will be held at 2:00 pm Sunday, November 15, 2020 at Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Keith’s memory to First Baptist Church, 751 Green Street NW, Gainesville, GA 30501. The family would like to acknowledge the comfort and dedicated care of both Keith and Lida by Celestine Winters. Memorial Park Funeral Home North Riverside Chapel, 989 Riverside Dr. is in charge of arrangements. Send online condolences to: www.memorialpark funeralhomes.com” Louise Harwell Vandiver Died November 11, 2020 Mrs. Louise Harwell Vandiver, age 92, of Gainesville, Georgia, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, November 11, 2020. Graveside services are scheduled for 1:00 pm Saturday, November 14, 2020 at Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the graveside service on Saturday at the funeral home. Mrs. Vandiver was born February 16, 1928 in Gainesville, Georgia, The daughter of the late Carlton J. Harwell and Lillian Rudeseal Harwell. She was preceded in death by her husband Marvin Jewell Vandiver a grandson, Zach Hayes and son-in-law, Perry Boss. Louise was a member of First Baptist Church and was retired as an inventory manager for SKF in Flowery Branch. Louise is survived by her son, Larry Buck, daughter, Donna Hopson; daughter and son-in-law, Kay and Roger Seabolt; son and daughter-in-law, Ronnie and Sue Vandiver; grandsons, Jeremy Hopson (Mary), Scott Marsiglio (Allison) Blake Vandiver (Elyse); granddaughters, Meredith Galvin (Coner), Holly Bales (Andy), Lindsey Villarreal (Vaughn), Kristen Dennis (Travis), Alicia Boss, Christy Seabolt and Renee Seabolt, Andi Germaine 14 great grandchildren and a number of other family and friends also survive. In lieu of flowers the family has requested donations be made to Hall Dawson Casa P.O. Box 907471 Gainesville, GA 30501 Memorial Park Funeral Home North Riverside Chapel, 989 Riverside Dr. is in charge of arrangements. Send online condolences to www.memorialpark funeralhomes .com. MEMORIAL PARK Funeral Homes a Cemeteries Ruth Smith Died November 3, 2020 Mrs. Ruth F. Smith, age 100, died peacefully Tuesday, November 3 in Gainesville, Georgia. Born Ruth W. Furman in East Orange New Jersey, she was a 1937 graduate of Columbia High School in East Orange. While working with the U.S.O. during world war two, she met Lt. S.E. “Pete” Smith Jr. of Van Buren, Arkansas. They married upon his return from Europe after the war and remained together 59 years until Mr. Smith’s death in 2005. For many years the Smiths were active in the Lake Lanier Sailing Club. Mrs. Smith is survived by her two sons, Todd and Peter, daughters-in-law, Claire and Cheryl, two grandchildren, Scott and Morgan, and two great- grand sons, Samuel and Teak. A memorial service will be held at a later date. MEMORIAL PARK Funeral Homes a Cemeteries Ted Frank Arnold Died November 5, 2020 Ted Frank Arnold, age 79, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 5, 2020 at his home home in Lula, GA surrounded by family. He was born on February 17, 1941 to the late Jesse Carl Arnold and Mamie Johnson Arnold. Along with his parents, Ted is preceded in death by his siblings, Johnny Arnold, Joe Arnold and Betty Skidmore. Ted is survived by his children, Renee Johnson, Henry “Carl” Arnold, Ted “Randy” Arnold, Alma Lynn Simpson and three grandchildren he raised as own children, Justin Charles Simpson, Derek Clayton Arnold and Heather Lynn Simpson. He is also survived by grandchildren, James Johnson, Amanda Johnson, David Johnson, Abigayle Faith Arnold; great grandchildren, Kaylee Johnson, Brylee Johnson, Oliva Conners, Evelyn Conners, Savannah Conners, Rhett Simpson, Emmalynn Simpson, Allie Arnold, Nash Arnold and his sister Virginia Thompson. The family would like to thank his caregiver Crystal Stiwinter for all of her help during this time. The service to celebrate Ted’s life was Friday, November 13, 2020 at 11:00 AM in the chapel of McKoon Funeral Home, 38 Jackson Street, in Newnan with pastor Mike Dorough and pastor Mike Welborn officiating. The family received friends Thursday, November 12th from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM at McKoon Funeral Home. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.mckoon. com. Tonawanda “Tona” Kanaday Carter Died November 10, 2020 Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home announces that Mrs. Tonawanda “Tona” Kanaday Carter, age 82, of Dahlonega, Georgia was received into Heaven on November 10, 2020. She was born on October 6, 1938 in Helen, Georgia to the late Parley Kanaday and the late Mera Freeman Kanaday. Growing up in Dahlonega, Tona was a true “Dahlonega Nugget”. She spent a lot of her childhood skating on Park Street when it was still dirt. In high school, she was a four-year starter for the Lady Indians basketball team and was a proud graduate of the Class of ‘56. She later worked as the first lifeguard at the Legion Pool. Continuing her education, Tona attended North Georgia College where she was referred to as a “Dirty Foot” which she loved. While attending North Georgia she spent a lot of time in the Cantina where she learned to play Bridge, which became a lifelong passion and a way to connect to others throughout her life. In 1956 she met the love of her life and husband of 61 years, Lewis Carter. Tona was the city girl and Lewis was the farm boy from Buford, Georgia. They met in Dahlonega at her father’s restaurant, “Dixie Grill”. Their marriage was nothing shy of 61 years full of bliss and adventure. For 26 years she traveled the world serving right beside her husband, Col. R. Lewis Carter as he toured in the U.S. Army. During that time, she trained generations of women how to stand strong for their convictions with poise and grace, as well as how to be great “Army Wives” through both formal classes and over Bridge tables. The other Army Wives affectionately knew her as “The Big Indian” because she was always looking out for her tribe. During their years in the Army she received many accolades for her accomplishments. Tona was an excellent cook and took a lot of pride in hosting parties where she often would entertain congressmen and leaders of foreign powers. She was always so excited to give them a proper introduction to real southern cooking including fried chicken, biscuits and gravy, and anything that Lewis may have shot that week. One thing that always held true - her recipes always included Crisco and love. After retiring from the military Tona and Lewis decided to retire back to Tona’s favorite small town in the world, Dahlonega. This was the one place on Earth Tona felt completely at home, loved every person, and never met a stranger. In her later years she worked at the Dahlonega Gold Museum helping visitors appreciate the importance of The Gold Rush. She was a proud member of Dahlonega Baptist Church for over 50 years and could always be found in the choir loft singing the praises of her Savior, Jesus Christ. Above all, Tona will always be remembered by her family as the Matriarch who weaved the family fibers together through love, compassion, and sharing. Tona is survived by her husband of 61 years, Lewis Carter; children, Bonnie (Glen) Smith, James (Kathy) Carter, and John (Cheryl) Carter; grandchildren, Levi (Codie) Smith, Samantha Smith, Mera Smith, Brad Stallard, Justin Stallard, Sean Travis, RJ. Travis, Abby Carter, Joseph Carter, Jack Carter, and Lily Carter; and great-grandchildren, Alex Thompson and Kipton Smith. She is also survived by numerous friends and other relatives. The family would like to say a special “Thank You” to the Hospice of Northeast Georgia, and nurses Dakota and Julie. Graveside Services are scheduled for Friday, November 13, 2020 at 3:00 PM at Dahlonega Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM at Anderson- Underwood Funeral Home. The family asks that if you attend, please wear a mask. Strict social distancing will be enforced for the visitation. To share a memory of Mrs. Carter or to send a condolence to the family, please visit andersonunderwood. com. Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home of Dahlonega, 2068 Hwy. 19 North, Dahlonega, GA 30533 William Franklin Wallace Died November 10, 2020 William Franklin “Buddy” Wallace, 86, of Flowery Branch died November 10, 2020 after a courageous battle with cancer. A native of Hall County, Mr. Wallace was the son of the late Rueben and Dora (Orr) Wallace. He attended the old Flowery Branch School and retired from Hall County and Mobile Home Park. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Cecil Wallace. Mr. Wallace served in the United States Army during the Korean War from 1952-1955 and with the United States Air Force from 1958-1962. He was also a member of Flat Creek Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Mary (Day) Wallace; daughter and son in law, Daphne (Wallace) and Morris Copeland III; grandson, Brett Reed; and a number of nieces and nephews. Graveside services were held Friday November 13, 2020 at 3 p.m. at Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Cancer Society or Humane Society. The family would like to thank Capstone Hospice and nurses Rita and Nina. Those wishing to send online condolences to the family may do so at littledavenport.com Little Davenport Funeral Home, 355 Dawsonville Hwy, Gainesville GA, 30501 William Henry Fretwell Died November 12, 2020 William Henry Fretwell,76, of Gainesville, Georgia passed away on November 12th, 2020. He was born in Marion, Alabama to Stanley and Lois Fretwell. He was a graduate of Perry County High School in Marion, Alabama. Known as “ Bill”, he was a fifty year employee of Fieldale Farms. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, Auburn football and racing. He was a member of Redwine United Methodist Church. Bill is preceded in in death by his parents, sister, Mary Ruth Majors; brother, John Fretwell, brothers in law; Hugo Johnson, Jerry Hale and David Stewart; sister in law, Gail Fretwell. Surviving family include: Diane Fretwell, wife; Chris Fretwell, son and wife Christy; Leigh Ann Nicolella, daughter and husband Shaun; Shirley Hill, sister and husband Thomas; Nettie Mayatt, sister and husband Gary; sister, Barbara Hale; sister, Margaret Renfroe and husband Wayne; brother in law, Pete Stewart and wife Cindy; sisters in law, Mary Jo Nichols and Malinda Stewart; brother in law, Buddy Majors. Also surviving is his grandson, Jackson Fretwell, who brought so much added love and smiles to his life. Survivors also include several nephews and nieces. The family would like to extend sincere thanks to Northeast Georgia Medical Center- Gainesville, Homestead Hospice and the staff at Manor Lake Gainesville. Due to current pandemic concerns, only an immediate family graveside service will be held. Memorial Park Funeral Home, 2030 Memorial Park Road, Gainesville, GA 30504 is in charge of arrangements. Send online condolences to www.memorialpark funeralhomes. com MEMORIAL PARK Funeral Homes a Cemeteries Death Notices Terry Lee Allen Died November 8, 2020. Terry Lee Allen, 63, of Flowery Branch died on Sunday November 8th. Funeral services were Thursday November 12th at 2:00 p.m. in the Little & Davenport Cha pel. Interment followed in the Memorial Park Cemetery. Arrangements by Little & Davenport Fu neral Home and Crema tory, Gainesville. Arthur Eugene Anglin Died on November 12, 2020 Arthur Eugene Anglin of Cumming died on November 12th. The family received friends at the funeral home on Friday November 13th from 9:30 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. and will on Saturday November 14th from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service. Services will be held Saturday, November 14th at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel of Ingram Funeral Home in Cumming. Interment will follow at Haw Creek Baptist Church in Cum ming. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory, Cumming. Nellie Louise Dyer Died November 9, 2020 Nellie Louise Dyer, 85, of Gainesville died on Mon day, November 9th. Fu neral services were held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 12th at Pond Fork Baptist Church. Arrangements by Memo rial Park Funeral Home, Gainesville. Douglas Morgan Elrod Died November 11, 2020 Douglas Morgan Elrod, 80 of Gainesville died on Wednesday November 11th. Funeral services will be held Saturday No vember 14th at 2:00 p.m. in the Little & Davenport Funeral Home Chapel. Interment to follow in the Harmony Hall Bap tist Church Cemetery. Arrangements by Little & Davenport Funeral Home and Crematory, Gaines ville. Mary Gooch Died November 10, 2020 Mary “Edna” Gooch, 88, of Commerce, died on Tuesday, November 10th. Graveside services were held 11 AM Thursday, November 12th at Grey Hill Cemetery. The fam ily received friends 10-11 AM Thursday at the funeral home. Arrange ments by Ivie Funeral Home, Commerce. Robert C. Hackney Died November 8, 2020 Robert C. Hackney, 96, of Clarkesville, died on Sunday, November 8th. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 PM Sunday, November 15th at The Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. The fam ily will receive friends from 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Sunday at the funeral home. Interment will be at Cook-Walden Capi tal Parks Cemetery in Pflugerville, TX at a later date. Arrangements by Barrett Funeral Home, Cleveland. Helen Lucille Harrison Died November 11, 2020. Helen Lucille Harrison, 85, of Gainesville, died Wednesday, November 11th. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 14th in Memorial Park Cemetery. Arrangements by Memorial Park Fu neral Home, Gainesville.
