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4A Midweek Edition-January 10-11, 2024 The Times, Gainesville, Georgia I gainesvilletimes.com LOCAL FROM 1A Hutchinson Shamus Matthew Hutchin son, 36, pleaded guilty to first- degree vehicular homicide Dec. 21 among other charges. Supe rior Court Judge Bonnie Oliver sentenced him to 18 years with the first four years in custody. However, the judge allowed Hutchinson to serve 36 months of his custodial sentence in the work camp overseen by the Hall County Correctional Institute warden. Defense attorney Jacqueline Piland, who worked the case with attorney Kim Stephens, said Hutchinson will be housed in the Hall County Jail. Unlike work release where an inmate is allowed to continue working an outside job while incarcerated, the work camp often involves public work jobs like roadwork. If Hutchinson completes it, his four-year cus todial time will be suspended, and the remainder of the sen tence is on probation. “It's still a custodial sen tence,'’ Stephens said. “It's not something that he can go home at night or go out and work a regular job.” The case concerned the Jan. 14, 2022, crash on Hog Moun tain Road that killed Mitchell Blae Anderson, 31, of Athens. According to Georgia State Patrol, Hutchinson was driving the wrong way around 8:44 a.m. in the northbound lane of Hog Mountain Road. Hutchinson was going 61 mph in a 45-mph zone, accord ing to the indictment. Hutchinson struck Ander son's car head-on near Wade Orr Road, according to the report. After impact, Hutchinson's car ran off the road, while Anderson's car rotated and hit a third car. Anderson died Jan. 27, 2022. According to his obituary, Anderson served in the U.S. Navy in the submarine force, earning multiple medals and accolades. “He sounded like he was loved by his family,” Piland said of Anderson. “He was a very good person, and it's just a tragedy all around for both the victim and for my client.” Hutchinson was indicted on three counts of first-degree vehicular homicide, two counts of driving under the influence of drugslless safe), reckless driving, driving on the wrong side of the road, speeding and possession of heroin. The her oin possession charge was on a different date than the wreck, according to the indictment. Though the legal limit in Georgia for blood alcohol con centration is 0.08, law enforce ment can still charge “DUI(less safe)” if the person is under the influence of drugs or alcohol “to the extent that it is less safe for the person to drive,” accord ing to Georgia law. While the case only involved one death, the three vehicular homicide counts were predi cated on the driving under the influence counts and the reck less driving charge. The drugs that the prosecu tion alleged were in Hutchin son's system were: trazodone, an antidepressant/sedative; mitragynine, commonly known as kratom; and quetiapine, an antipsychotic medication. The prosecution dismissed two of the vehicular homicide counts and the two driving under the influence charges, stating they felt there was prob able cause for the warrant but not enough evidence to prove beyond a reasonable doubt. Piland said there were no illicit substances found in his system, and the medication was at such a low amount that “there was no way you could show that he was under any influence.” Piland said Hutchinson was “very remorseful.” “He wanted to go ahead and take responsibility for that so he could start paying his debt back,” Piland said. Oliver ordered Hutchinson to serve 400 hours of commu nity service “in a rehab mentor ship capacity” and complete all aftercare at Project Adam, an addiction treatment service. Hutchinson's license was sus pended, and the judge ordered Hutchinson to not even be in the front seat of a vehicle for the first 24 months on probation. Hutchinson was also ordered to pay $3,662.50 in fines and surcharges. Cheryl Schuster July 17, 1959- November 30, 2023 Cheryl Schuster, 64, of Flowery Branch, went peacefully to be with her Lord on Thursday, Novem ber 30, 2023 surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was born on July 17, 1959 in Baltimore, MD. Her family moved to Law- renceville, GA in 1970. Cheryl married Brian Schuster in 1992 and they established their home in Flowery Branch. Cheryl was a wonderful cook and grew much of her own pro duce on their property; so prolific were her efforts she also shared her produce with the community. Later Cheryl became a Friend of Master Gardeners and volunteered regularly at the Atlanta Botanical Gardens in Gainesville. Cheryl loved the outdoors and she loved hiking with her husband Brian and their golden retriever Chillidog. She was trained as a chemist and spent many years as a project manager for a large pharmaceuti cal manufacturer. Her sharp mind and attention to details enabled Cheryl to entertain friends in the mountains with extremely creative and memorable parties. Cheryl loved ani mals, especially Golden Retrievers. Selfless and caring, she was always thinking of others. Cheryl especially loved spending time with her mother Lois and sister Carol. Cheryl was preceded in death by her father Daryl Myers, her brother, Eric Myers and two brother-in- laws, James McEntee and Charles Schuster. Cheryl is survived by her lov ing husband of 31 years, Brian J. Schuster of Flow ery Branch; mother, Lois Myers of Lawrenceville; and sister, Carol McEntee of Lawrenceville. A Celebration of Life for Cheryl will be held on January 16, 2024 at 2pm at McKendree United Methodist Church, 1570 Lawrenceville-Suwanee Road, Lawrenceville, GA. In lieu of flowers, Cheryl’s greatest wish would be if contributions of time or money or both to be made to your local Humane Society, Adopt A Golden Atlanta, www.adoptagold- enatlanta.com or Golden Retriever Rescue of Atlanta, www.grra.com. Memorial Park Riverside Chapel 989 Riverside Drive Gainesville, Georgia condolences www.memori- alparkfuneralhomes.com . Kinue Head March 31, 1929 January 3,2024 Mrs. Kinue “Kim” Head, 94, of Gainesville, passed away Wednesday, January 3, 2024 at her residence. The family received friends at Memorial Park Funeral Home Tuesday, January 9, 2024 from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Interment will be in Georgia National Cemetery, Canton, GA on Thursday, January 11, 2024 at 12:30 p.m. Born on March 31, 1929 in Kisarazu, Japan, she was the daughter of the late Genpei Ogawa and the late Shima Obara. She worked at Modree’s, at Sherwood Plaza, where she worked as a seam stress; then she worked at Warren Featherbone where she worked in sales and then retired from Shoe Dept at Lakeshore Mall. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Head was preceded in death by her husband, Ervin Warren Head. Mrs. Head is survived by her sons, Edwin Head of Gainesville, Dave Head of Gainesville; sister in law, Artis Head of Gainesville; grandchildren, Laramy and Alex Burel, Ryu Head, and daughter in law, Marissa Lear of Cumming. Memorial Park Funeral Home, 2030 Memorial Park Road, Gainesville, GA 30504 is in charge of arrangements. Send online condolences to www.memorialparkfuner- alhomes.com William Michael Martin Sr. January 12,1950- January 5, 2024 W. Michael Martin, Sr., age 73, of Baldwin, Georgia passed away on Friday, January 5, 2024. Mr. Martin was born on January 12, 1950 in Habersham County, Georgia to the late James Kenneth Martin and Betty Edwards Martin In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Cathryn “Beth” Medlock Martin; brother, Jimmy Martin; sister, Deborah Brown. Mr. Martin was a member of Alto Baptist Church. He had retired from Mt. Vernon Mills with 48 years of loyal and dedicated service. Survivors include his loving children and their spouses, Lori Watts and Rodney, of Baldwin; Mike Martin, Jr. and Melanie, of Cornelia; sister, Carolyn Edwards, of Clarkesville; grandchildren, Madeline Martin, Morgan Martin, Cassidy Watts Erlewine and her husband, Jacob; Tanner Watts, Chyanne Watts; and great grandchild, Macie Erlewine. Graveside Services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, January 8,2024attheYonah Memorial Gardens with Rev. Terry Rice officiating. The family will receive friends from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, January 7, 2024 at the Whitfield Funeral Home, North Chapel. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Alto Baptist Church, 210 B.C. Grant Road, Alto, GA 30510. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Whitfield Funeral Homes & Crematory, North Chapel at 245 Central Avenue, Demorest, Georgia 30535. Telephone: 706-778-1700. Death Notices Brenda Faye Chitwood Garrett December 31, 2023 Brenda Faye Chitwood Garrett, age 74, of Corne lia, passed away on Sun day, December 31. Funeral services were scheduled for 3:00 pm on Friday, January 5, in the Chapel of McGahee-Griffin & Stewart Brenda Morgan Shumake January 6, 2024 Brenda Morgan Shumake, age 80 of Jefferson, Geor gia who entered rest Sat urday, January 6. Funeral services will be held 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, January 10, from the Talmo Baptist Church. Cynthia Lynne Beede January 3, 2024 Cynthia Lynne Beede, age 63, of Homer, Georgia who entered rest Wednes day January 3. Funeral services were held 2:00 P.M. Tuesday January 9 at Evans Funeral Home Chapel. Donna Murphy O’Bryan January 2, 2024 Donna Murphy O’Bryan, age 62, of Buford, GA passed away on Tuesday, January 2. A Funeral Mass were held on Monday, January 8 at 11:00 a.m. Prince of Peace Catholic Church. The family received friends at the funeral home on Sunday, January 7 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Elbert William Dale January 7, 2024 Elbert William “Bill” Dale, 96, of Clermont, Georgia passed away Sunday, January 7. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Wednes day, January 10, in the Chapel of Memorial Park Funeral Home. Evelyn Woodruff January 5, 2024 Evelyn Woodruff, age 96, of Gainesville passed away peacefully early Friday January 5. Funeral services honoring Evelyn were held 3:00 p.m. Sun day Jan. 7 at the Ward’s Chapel. Burial followed in Memorial Park Cemetery. Fleda Earle Daugherty January 7, 2024 Fleda Earle Daugherty, age 81, of Clarkesville, passed away on Sunday, January 7. Her wishes were to be cremated. No formal ser vices will be held. Glenda Aired Bell January 4, 2024 Glenda Aired Bell, 81, of Buford, passed away Thursday, January 4. Funeral services were held at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, January 7 at Faith Baptist Church. Grover Lee Nelms January 2, 2024 Grover Lee Nelms, age 92, of Demorest, passed away on Tuesday, January 2. A private burial was held at the Nelms Family Cem etery. Herman Echols January 2, 2024 Herman Echols, age 85, of Braselton, GA passed away on Tuesday, Janu ary 2. A Graveside Service will be held on Monday, January 8 at 2:00 p.m. at Broadlawn Memorial Gar dens in Buford. Ivan Botnaru January 5, 2024 Ivan Botnaru, age 69, of Lawrenceville, GA, passed away on January 5. A Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 11, in the Chapel of Flanigan Funeral Home. Interment will follow the service at Hamilton Mill Memorial Gardens, Buford, GA. The family will receive friends from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday, Janu ary 10, at Flanigan Funeral Home Jerry Lafayette Seabolt January 6, 2024 Jerry Lafayette Seabolt, age 82, of Commerce, peacefully met his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on January 6. Funeral Ser vices for Mr. Seabolt were held on Monday, January 8th, at 11:00AM in the Ivie Funeral Home Chapel. Jose Manuel Blanco-Almazan January 6, 2024 Jose Manuel Blanco-Alma zan, 81, of Gainesville, passed away Saturday, January 6. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Thursday, January 11, at St. Michael Catholic Church. Joyce Dillard Deaton January 5, 2024 Joyce Dillard Deaton, age 81 of Clermont, passed away Friday, January 5. uneral services are sched uled for 2:00 PM Wednes day, January 10, at The Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Chattahoochee Baptist Church Cemetery. Julian Lancaster January 1,2024 Julian “Burt” Lancaster, 74, of Ormond Beach, FL, passed away Monday, Jan uary 1. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 6 in the Chapel of Memorial Park Funeral Home. Lee Davis Church January 11,2024 Lee Davis Church, 84, for merly of Dahlonega, died Wednesday, January 3. Funeral service, Thursday, January 11, at 2 o’clock, Bearden Funeral Home Chapel. Bearden Funeral Home, Dawsonville, GA. Lynn Alice Huffman January 2, 2024 Lynn Alice Huffman, 62, of Clermont, Ga., died on Tuesday, January 2. A Funeral Service was held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 in the Chapel of W. R. Strickland & Sons, Clermont, Ga. Maria Estala January 7,2024 Maria Estala, 79, of Oak- wood, passed away Sun day, January 7. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 10. Mazie H. Kilgore January 4, 2024 Mazie H. Kilgore, age 87, of Flowery Branch passed away on Thursday, Janu ary 4. The family received friends at Flanigan Funeral Home on Saturday, Janu ary 6 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.. Pamela Rose Henkel January 5,2024 Pamela Rose Henkel, age 70, of Flowery Branch, GA, passed away on Friday, January 5. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, Janu ary 10 in the Chapel of Flanigan Funeral Home, officiated by Dr. Jim Fer guson. The family will receive friends from 12:00 p. until 1:00 p.m. prior to the service on Wednesday at Flanigan Funeral Home. Patricia Ann Poole January 3,2024 Patricia Ann Poole, age 60, of Braselton passed away Wednesday, January 3, 2024. Funeral services were held 2:00 pm Sun day, January 7 at Lawson Funeral Home Chapel. Interment cremation. Paul Eugene Lee January 2,2024 Paul Eugene Lee, age 58, of Cleveland, passed away on Tuesday, January 2. No services are planned. Pearson Richard Pardue January 6,2024 Rev. Pearson Richard Par- due, age 89 of Cleveland, passed away Saturday, January 6. Funeral services were scheduled for 3:00 PM Monday, January 8, at The Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. Robert L. Hayes January 2,2024 Robert L. Hayes, age 76 of Flowery Branch, passed away on Tuesday, January 2. Memorial services by invitation will be held at a later date. Roger G. Christman Sr. December 25, 2023 Roger G. Christman Sr., age 92, of Jefferson, Geor gia who peacefully entered rest on Monday December 25. Memorial services will be held 2:00 P.M. Satur day, January 13 at Evans Funeral Home Chapel. Ruth Forrester Orr January 4, 2024 Ruth Forrester Orr, age 93, of Buford, GA passed away on Thursday, January 4. A Graveside Service were held on Sunday, January 7 at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Broadlawn Memorial Gar dens in Buford. Sandra Hosch Crow January 4, 2024 Sandra Hosch Crow, age 76, of Flowery Branch, GA passed away on Thursday, January 4. A Graveside Service was held at 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, January 7 at Broadlawn Memorial Gardens, Buford, GA. Stephen G. McMichae January 4, 2024 Stephen G. McMichael, age 77, of Braselton, passed on January 4. Memorial Services will be 1:00 p.m., Saturday, January 20, at Winder First United Methodist Church 280 N Broad St. Winder, Ga 30680.A reception will follow the service at the church. The family will receive friends 5:00 - 8:00 p.m., Friday, January 19, at Memorial Park Braselton Funeral Home. Teresa Ann Parker January 3, 2024 Teresa Ann Parker, age 62, of Flowery Branch, GA passed away on Wednes day, January 3. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, Janu ary 9 at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Flanigan Funeral Home. Terry Joseph Sievers January 5, 2024 Terry Joseph Sievers, 76, of Lula, passed away Fri day, January 5. A Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, January 8, 2024 in Memo rial Park Cemetery. Thomas Daniel Jackson December 27, 2023 Thomas Daniel “Danny” Jackson, 74, of Gaines ville, passed away Tues day, December 27. Funeral services was held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 6 in the Chapel of Memorial Park Funeral Home. Vilma Hernandez January 5, 2024 Vilma Hernandez, 83, of Gainesville, passed away Friday. January 5. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, January 8 in the Chapel of Memorial Park Funeral Home. Walter McKinley Boomershine, Jr. January 3, 2024 Walter McKinley Boomershine, Jr., 94, of Gainesville passed away Wednesday, January 3. Funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, January 8 in the Chapel of Memorial Park Funeral Home. Xung Nguyen January 2, 2024 Xung Nguyen, 83, of Gainesville, GA, passed away surrounded by family on Tuesday, January 2. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm Sunday, January 7 at Vietnamese Revival Baptist Church, 845 Dorsey St. Gainesville, GA 30501
