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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2008 THE BANKS COUNTY NEWS PACE 7A Death notices Paid Obit Bettye O'Kelley Bettye Poole O’Kelley, 70, of Commerce, died Sunday, November 2, 2008, at her residence. She was born in Irwin County, the daughter of the late Ernest Paul S h e a 1 y and Lillie L u g e n e Paulk Owens. Survivors include her husband, Henry O’Kelley, Commerce; a daughter, Michelle Ledford, Commerce; sons, Ricky Johnson, Carnesville, and Darrin Poole, Commerce; brothers, Herman, Troy and Morris Owens, Ocilla, and Albeit Owens, Mystic; sis ters, Mildred Goodman and Laye Bushin, both of Ocilla, Nina Whitley, Litzgerald, Camilla Owens, Mystic, and Debbie Gurr, Douglas; 11 grandchildren; and 12 great grandchildren. Luneral services were held Wednesday, November 5, in the chapel of Ivie Luneral Home with Pastor Howard Conine and Associate Pastor Beth Stephens of the New Covenant Worship Center in Athens officiating. Burial was in Jackson Memorial Park. Ivie Luneral Home, Commerce, was in charge of arrangements. The Banks County News, November 6, 2008. Troy Maney Troy Maney Jr., 59, of Dawsonville, died Saturday, November 1, 2008, at his residence. Born in Hayesville, N.C., he was the son of the late Troy and Meadean Maney. Mr. Maney was the father of Lome Maney, Baldwin; and the grandfather of Blake Ayers, Lula, and Brandy Ayers, Baldwin. The body was cremated. Banister Luneral Home, Dahlonega, was in charge of arrangements. The Banks County News, November 6, 2008. Gerald Burtchaell Gerald Daly Burtchaell Sr., 66, of Maysville, died early Lriday morning at Lanier Park Hospital in Gainesville. Born in Pulton County, he was the son of the late William Daly and Willena Whatley Burtchaell. He was a veteran, having served in the United States Navy. Survivors include sons, Gerald Daly Burtchaell Jr., Maysville, Chad Burtchaell, Venus, Pla., Robert Burtchaell, Riverdale; daughters, Sheryl Burtchaell, Gillsville, Leah Jo Turk, Braselton, Kaya Jane Harris, Maysville; brother, Bill Burtchaell, St. Petersburg, Pla.; sister, Barbara Trotter, Jonesboro; and four grand children. Ivie Luneral Home, Commerce, was in charge of arrangements. The Banks County News, November 6, 2008. Betty Ellington Betty Cleo Grant Ellington, 92, formerly of Clarkston, died Saturday, November 1, 2008, at Sacred Journey Hospice in McDonough, following a brief illness. She was born in Alto on January 24, 1916, the daughter of the late James A. and Violet E. Grant. She was a graduate of Piedmont College and taught school for over 40 years in the DeKalb County School System. She was an active mem ber and pianist at Clarkston International Bible Church, formerly Clarkston Baptist Church. She was a Golden Sister member of Alpha Delta Kappa Sorority for 51 years. Mrs. Ellington was preceded in death by her husband, Jesse W. Ellington; and a son, Dr. Patrick Ellington. Survivors include a daugh- ter-in-law, Karen Ellington, Pt. Myers, Pla.; sister, Ruth Webster, Cornelia; neph ews, Jim Brewer, Statham, and Vance Grant, Jackson, Tenn.; and many other rela tives and friends. Graveside services were held Tuesday, November 3, at Level Grove Cemetery. Memorials contributions may be made to Clarkston International Bible Church, 3895 Church St., Clarkston, Ga. 30021. Whitfield Luneral Home, South Chapel, Baldwin, was in charge of local arrange ments. The Banks County News, November 6, 2008. Orin McCullers Orin Willard McCullers, 94, of Bethlehem, died Saturday, November 1, 2008. Bom in Walton County, he was the son of the late Olin and Leola Williams McCullers. Mr. McCullers was the the father of Sandra Thompson, Maysville. Luneral services were held Wednesday, November 5, at Smith Memoiy Chapel with the Rev. Mike Blount offi ciating. The Banks County News, November 6, 2008. Jack Brock Jack Theo Brock, 66, of Mt. Airy, died Monday, November 3, 2008, at Habersham County Medical Center, follow ing an extend ed illness. Born in Banks County on November 25, 1941, he was the son of the late Joe and Minnie Broome Brock. He worked for LP Gas as a security guard and was Baptist. He was a veteran, having served it ROOF DOCTOR Roofing & Repair 99 - Metal - Shingles - Flat Roofs - Flashing - Maintenance - Inspections HOMER CARVER OFFICE 706-677-1986 CELL 678-617-4503 FAX 706-677-1369 “We Got You Covered” Residential * Commercial * Agricultural • Ship Anywhere In The USA • We Stock Your Metal Needs • Visit Our Showroom Sales • Service • Installation Hwy. 60 / Candler Hwy. Pendergrass, Ga. www.metalroofmg.com 706-654-5836 Whitfield Funeral Homes presents "An Evening of Hope and Healing" Have you lost a loved one and are still having difficulty coping? Does it seem that no one really understands how much you hurt? 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"An Evening of Hope and Healing" Thursday, November 13,2008 at 6:30 p.m. Banquet Room, First Baptist Church Larkin Street, Cornelia, Georgia Whitfield Funeral Homes, Inc. South Chapel, Baldwin and North Chapel, Demorest ■—rw ■—rv i i-.ijk'ii m :. ■ <• //'/» * i' ; • , ■ 1 1 ma in the United States Navy. Survivors include a sister, Pauline Brown, Mt. Airy; brother and sister-in-law, Duckett and Ethelyn Brock, Baldwin; and several nieces and nephews. Luneral services were held Wednesday, November 5, in the chapel of McGahee- Griffin and Stewart Luneral Home with the Rev. Butch Pranklin officiating. Burial was at Welcome Home Baptist Church Cemetery. McGahee-Griffin & Stewart Luneral Home, Cornelia, was in charge of arrangements. The Banks County News, November 6, 2008. Thelma Allen Thelma Palmer Allen, 90, of Cleveland, died Saturday, November 1, 2008, at the Oak Heritage Health Care following an extended ill ness. Born in White County, she was the daughter of the late William A. and Mattie Jenkins Palmer. Mrs. Allen was the mother of Tony Allen of Lula. A Celebration of Life was held Tuesday, November 4, in the chapel of Barrett Luneral Home. The Banks County News, November 6, 2008. Dennis Dunagan Dennis Loyd Dunagan, 65, of Gainesville, died Wednesday, October 29, 2008, at his residence with all of his family at his side, following an extended ill ness. Bom in Hall County, he was the son of the late Ray and Annie Montrella Cagle Dunagan. Mr. Dunagan was the brother-in-law of Gerald Crumley of Lula. Luneral services were held Lriday, October 31, at Memorial Park Luneral Home. The Banks County News, November 6, 2008. Kenneth Tatum Kenneth Harland Tatum, 51, of Demorest, died Monday, October 27, 2008, at Crawford Long Hospital, following a brief illness. Born in Habersham County on August 21, 1957, he was the son of Annie Lou Kinsey Tatum of Demorest and the late Arvil Tatum Jr. Mr. Tatum was the brother of Ronnie and Renee Tatum of Lula. Luneral services were held Thursday, October 30, in the Chapel of McGahee-Griffin and Stewart Luneral Home. The Banks County News, November 6, 2008. Otis Ward Otis Fredrick Ward, 79, of Mt. Airy, died Monday, November 3, 2008. Born in Banks County, he was the son of the late Glenn and Lonnie Gowder Ward. He was a member of Welcome Home Baptist Church, where he was a deacon and a Sunday School teacher. He was a veteran, having served in the United States Marine Corps dur ing World War II. He was a retired electrical right-a- way contractor. Mr. Ward was preceded in death by brothers, Roy Ward, George Ward, Albert Ward and Glenn Ward Jr.; and sisters, Mary Lou Landford and Mildred Hilsman. Survivors include a sis ter, Elizabeth Turner, Lula; brothers, Ernest Ward, Madison, and Rufus Ward, Eatonton; sisters-in-law, Carol Ward, Florine Ward, Margie Ward and Mary Ward, all of Madison; and numerous nieces and neph ews. Funeral services were held Wednesday, November 5, at Welcome Home Baptist Church with the Rev. Larry Ryals officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. Whitfield Funeral Home, South Chapel, Baldwin, was in charge of arrangements. The Banks County News, November 6, 2008. Death Notices Are Printed Free Of Charge For The First Publication. We Will Use Most Information Provided By The Family Or Funeral Home, Including A Photo. However, Some Editing May Be Required. Fax Obituaries Notices To: 706-387-5431. The Children’s Wear Outlet WAREHOUSE SALE 4 days only! November 5 th - 8 th Wed, Thu, Fri -10 AM to 7 PM Saturday -10 AM to 5 PM Call (770)534-8420 for more information. Name brands you love up to 70 % off department store prices! Cash & Charge Only. 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