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PAGE 8A THE BANKS COUNTY NEWS WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25, 2008 Area Death Notices 'Pop Bates' Wilbur “Pop Bates” Bates, 91, of Lula, died Monday, June 16, 2008. Born in Hall County, he was the son of the late Thomas and Elizabeth “Bell” Bates and was Baptist. He was a poultry farmer in his early years and later retired from Gainesville Mill. He loved to spend free time with his fam ily, going fishing, and working in his garden, loved ones stated. Mr. Bates was preceded in death by brothers, Harold, J.B., Cliff and Benny Bates; sisters, Mary Lois Hart and Ethel Poole; a son, Michael Bates; and great- grandson, James Carlton Smith. Survivors include his wife of 71 years, Viola Baugh Bates, Lula; daugh ters and sons-in-law, Marie and Otis Grindle and Betty Ann and Junior Campbell, all of Lula; sons and daugh- ters-in-law, the Rev. Carlton Bates and Ellen Bates, Billy and Romona Bates, all of Lula; 13 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Thursday, June 19, at Whitehall Baptist Church with the Rev. Melvin Baugh officiat ing. Burial was in the church cem etery. Little Davenport Funeral Home, Gainesville, was in charge of arrange ments. The Banks County News, June 25, 2008. Robert Patrick Robert T. Patrick, 57, of Commerce, died Tuesday, June 17, at his resi dence. He was born in Jackson County, the son of the late John William and Willie Mae Payne Patrick. Mr. Patrick was preceded in death by a sister, Wilma Cochran; and a brother, Billy Joe Patrick. Survivors include his wife, Teresa Turpin Patrick; daughters, Tabitha Turpin, Heather Stockton and April Patrick, all of Nicholson; sons, Daniel Turpin, Danielsville, Robert Turpin, Unadilla, and Matthew Stockton, Nicholson; sisters, Johnnie Sue Hill, Commerce, Annie Rae Cartledge, Nicholson; brothers, Roy Patrick, Edward Patrick, Waymon Patrick, Roger Patrick and David Patrick, all of Commerce, Alfred Patrick, Maysville; grandchildren, Kayla Bagwell, Toni Shelnutt, Jordan Whitehead, Bryanna Turpin, Justin Lytle, Chelsey Kitchens, Nickolas Stockton and Stephen Stockton. Funeral services were held Thursday, June 19, in the chapel of Ivie Funeral Home with the Rev. Troy Herbert and Eddie Gordon officiating. Ivie Funeral Home, Commerce, was in charge of arrangements. The Banks County News, June 25, 2008. Mitchell Gailey Mitchell Wiley Gailey, 67, of Alto, died Wednesday, June 18, 2008, at his residence, following an extended illness, surrounded by his family. He was born in Habersham County on September 19, 1940, the son of the late Everett and Elnora Gailey. He was a member of B.C. Grant Baptist Church and was retired from the DOT engineering department with 34 years of service. He also served on the Baldwin City Council for 10 years. Mr. Gailey was preceded in death by a brother, Ray Gailey. He was an avid NASCAR fan who enjoyed gardening and fellowship ping with friends at The Steak House in Baldwin, loved ones stated. Survivors include his wife of 19 years, Edith Gailey, Alto; sons and daugh- ters-in-law, Chris Gailey, Lubbock, Texas, Dean and Beverly Smith, Alto, Mike and Kathy Reed, Hartselle, Ala.; daughters and sons-in-law, Angie and Joe Irvin and Kim and Reggie Hulsey, all of Mt. Airy, Tammy and Andy Poole, Gillsville; sister-in-law, Ruby Youngblood Gailey, Cleveland; uncles and spouses, Horace and Pat Bennett and “C.D.” and Bert Bennett, all of Alto; 13 grandchildren; one great- granddaughter; aunt, Lillian Pritchett, Alto; and special cousins, Ronnie and Ann Pritchett, Alto. Funeral services were held Friday, June 20, in the chapel of McGahee- Griffin & Stewart Funeral Home with the Revs. Doyal Conley and Billy Harris officiating. Burial was in Yonah Memorial Gardens with the Rev. Walter Singletary officiating. McGahee-Griffin & Stewart Funeral Home, Cornelia, was in charge of arrangements. The Banks County News, June 25, 2008. William Baker William Horace Baker, 73, of Maysville, died Saturday, June 21, 2008, at Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville. He was born in Jackson County, the son of the late Orville and Cora Lee Watkins Baker. Mr. Baker was preceded in death by brothers, Alford Baker and Shirley Baker; and a sister, Modell Sorrows. Survivors include his wife, Martha M. Baker, Maysville; daughters, Patsy Wiley, Banks County, and Phyllis Collins, Hull; a son, William Fred Baker, Bryson City, N.C.; broth ers, W.C. Baker, Bob Baker, Lonnie Baker, Calvin Baker and Wendy Baker; sister, Jean Richey; nine grandchildren; 12 great-grandchil dren; nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Monday, June 23, in the chapel of Ivie Funeral Home with the Rev. David Strickland officiating. Burial was in Howington Cemetery. Ivie Funeral Home, Commerce, was in charge of arrangements. The Banks County News, June 25, 2008. Henry Wilson Henry Nathaniel Wilson Jr., 73, of Nicholson, died Sunday, June 22, 2008, at his residence. Born in Jackson County, he was the son of the late Henry Nathaniel Wilson Sr. and Ruzell Garner Smallwood. He was a veteran, having served in the United States Army, and was a retired truck mechanic. Mr. Wilson was pre ceded in death by a son, Clarence Austin Brown Jr.; and a broth er, Frank Smallwood. Survivors include his wife, Jane McEver Wilson, Nicholson; daugh ters, MaryAnn Blevins, Ila, Carolyn Brown, Nicholson, and Sherri Smith, Gainesville; brother, Howard Smallwood, Atlanta; seven grandchil dren; eight great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Funeral services were held Wednesday, June 25, in the chapel of Little-Ward Funeral Home with the Rev. Donald Wilson officiating. Burial was in Nicholson Cemetery. Little-Ward Funeral Home, Commerce, was in charge of arrange ments. The Banks County News, June 25, 2008. 30,000 high-performance trucks. Over 50,000 high-achieving employees. Making a difference one community at a time. The NEW Waste Management, With a massive North American presence that includes lots of heavy-duty vehicles and hard-working individuals, is it any wonder that the NEW Waste Management is such an active member of this community? Of course, we owe our reputation for making a difference to the partnerships we’ve developed with each community we serve, to enhance its quality of life. We’re especially proud of our vigorous and growing community relations programs. We created them to support local and nationwide community organizations - including neighborhood watch programs, school activities and public lands and parks projects - that work to make the communities we share better places to live. The NEW Waste Management embraces the responsibilities of a good corporate citizen by channeling our resources into local education, community vitality and environmental awareness efforts. It’s another way we’re making a difference. One community at a time. From everyday collection to environmental protection, look to the NEW Waste Management. 706-677-2650 www.wm.com Vivian Langford Vivian Pauline Webb Langford, 87, of Gainesville, formerly of the Pendergrass (Holly Springs Community), died Tuesday, June 17, 2008. She was born on October 14, 1920, in Jackson County, the daughter of the late Paul and Wilda Wood Webb. She was a home maker and was a member of the Holly Springs United Methodist Church for 67 years. She attended Toccoa Falls College. Mrs. Langford was preceded in death by her husband, WR. “Dick” Langford; son, James Lamar Langford; and daughter, Wilda Grace Marlowe. Survivors include daughters and sons-in-law, Sara and Frank Nichols, Pendergrass, Vikki and Michael Parham, Social Circle, Jackie and Norb Fichter, Gainesville; sons and daughter-in-law, Richard Langford, Maysville, Dwight and Sharon Langford, Pendergrass; sister, Julia Savage, Maysville; 15 grandchildren; and 23 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday, June 20, in the Holly Springs United Methodist Church with the Rev. Kennedy Smart officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. Pallbearers were Tony Nichols, Jason Langford, Tyler Langford, Shane Parham, Dustin Fichter, Jimmy Langford, Jack Baerne, Ben Rose and Chad Lawson. Evans Funeral Home, Jefferson, was in charge of arrangements. The Banks County News, June 25, 2008. Paul James Paul James, of Clarkesville, died peacefully at Gateway Health in Cleveland, surrounded by family and loved ones. He was a native of Clarkesville and was retired from Habersham Mill, where he worked in the carding depart ment. Mr. James was preceded in death by brothers, Jesse Harold James, Fred James, Bill James, Edwin James and John James. He was a veteran, having served in the United States Army during World War II. Survivors include his wife of 53 loving years, Martha Nell Chambers James, Clarkesville; a son, Charles Newton James, Clarkesville; sisters, Grace Grogan, Braselton, and Pat Patterson, Gillsville; niece, Helen Seabolt, Clarkesville; and many other nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Friday, June 20, at Hillside Memorial Chapel with the Revs. Charles Morrison and Marvin Beasley officiating Burial was at Alley's Chapel. Hillside Memorial Chapel, Clarkesville, was in charge of arrange ments. The Banks County News, June 25, 2008. Joseph Seay Joseph Edward Seay, 81, of Gastonia, N.C., died Tuesday, June 17, 2008. Born in Banks County, he was the son of the late William Harrison and Chester Parr Seay. He was a retired supervisor with Knit Products Corporation. He was a member of the Belmont Masonic Lodge, mem ber of the Catawba Heights Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon, and was a former member of Stowe Memorial Baptist Church, where he was a former Sunday school superin tendent and deacon. He was preceded in death a sister, Mozelle Lord; and brothers, Otis, J.B. and Lewis Seay Mr. Seay was a veteran, having served in the United States Navy aboard the USS Princeton. Survivors include his wife, Mildred Purcell Seay; daughter and son-in law, Trish Seay and Johnny Baucom, Kannapolis; son and daughter-in-law, William Joseph and Jean Seay, Alexis; grandchildren, Melissa Duncan, Jeanna Johnson, William Seay Jr. and Julia Seay; six great-grandchildren; sisters, Lucille Jacks, Maysville, and Mary Sue King, Bonaire; and a broth er, Fred Seay, Gainesville. Funeral services were held Thursday, June 19, at Woodlawn Funeral Home with Dr. Ernest S. Purcell and the Rev. Tommy Seay officiating. Burial was at Hillcrest Gardens Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Gaston County, P.O. Box 3984, Gastonia, N.C. 28053. Woodlawn Funeral Home, Mount Holly, N.C., was in charge of arrange ments. The Banks County News, June 25, 2008. Sharon Gresham Sharon Forrester Gresham, 64, of Gainesville, died Saturday, June 21, 2008, at her residence surrounded by her family and friends, following an extended illness. She was born August 1, 1943, in Hall County, the daughter of the late B.D. Forrester and Hazel Forrester of Lula. Mrs. Gresham was preceded in death by her husband, John (J.T.) Gresham; and brothers, Sandy Forrester and Ricky Forrester. She was Baptist. Survivors in addition to her mother, include sons and daughters-in-law, Tim and Mandy Gresham, Rick and Beverly Gresham, all of Gainesville; daughter and son-in-law, Lori and Matt DeLong, Gainesville; broth ers and sisters-in-law, Sam and Charlotte Forrester, Jerry and Jane Forrester, Phil and Vickie Forrester, Ben Forrester, all of Gainesville, Edd Forrester, Lula; sisters and brothers- in-laws, Shirley and John Buffington, Gillsville, Vickie and Hugh Rice, Gainesville; sister-in-law, Elizabeth Forrester, Gainesville; grandson and wife, T.J. and Carlee Gresham, Gainesville; granddaughters, Haley Gresham and Skyler Proctor, both of Gainesville; great-grandson, Gavin Schwartz, Gainesville; and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends. Funeral services were held Tuesday, June 24, in the chapel of Lakewood Baptist Church with Dr. Tom Smiley and the Rev. Dean Bryant officiating. Burial was in County Line Baptist Church Cemetery in White County. Memorial Park Funeral Home, Gainesville, was in charge of arrange ments. The Banks County News, June 25, 2008. Fax death notices to: (706) 387-5431, or email items to: obits@mainstreetnews .com In Memory of TIMOTHY SHAWN SMITH Aug. 1, 1977 ~ June 24, 2007 We are not mourning over our loss instead we are celebrating his life along with the heavenly hosts. His spirit still lives in all our lives and the sweet spirit of love he gave us will never die. We miss you. Mom, Tony, Kim, Gwenda, Eddie, Dre, Jasmine, Grandmother, Uncles, Aunts and Cousins V / TO: The Citizens of Commerce, Banks, Jackson and Franklin Counties, and those Citizens from the surrounding areas whom I have served: This is to inform you that I have made a personal decision to resign my privileges at BJC Medical Center. Because of the demanding work schedule I have been contemplating this decision for some time. My decision was made before I had any knowledge of a lawsuit. (The issues in the lawsuit will be addressed in due course.) I treasure the time I have spent with you as your surgeon, and have enjoyed getting to know so many special families that make this area their home. I appreciate the support I have received from the BJC Medical Center, their medical support staff, and the community at large. It has been my honor and privilege to serve this community. I appreciate your patronage and kindness, and I will continue to be available to you on an outpatient basis for the next few months. Please contact my office as you normally would and I look forward to hearing from each and every one of you. With Deepest Regards, Keith Ash, M.D., F.A.C.S. RE-ELECT AI GA IET AUSBURN Banks County Tax Commissioner DEDICATED • HARDWORKING • EXPERIENCED Has proudly served the citizens of Banks County for 20 years. Your continued support will be greatly appreciated. VOTE AUSBURN BANKS COUNTY TAX COMMISSIONER Democratic Primary July 15, 2008