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PAGE 14A — THE MADISON COUNTY (GA) JOURNAL, AUGUST 13. 2009 Social News Rotary Club constructs ramp MR. HANEY, MISS MORGAN Morgan, Haney to wed Sept. 19 in Danielsville Members of the Rotary Club of Madison County constructed a 24-foot handicapped ramp July 30 for David Goolsby, who lives on West Street, Carlton. Goolsby has Rheumatoid Arthritis, and cannot negotiate steps. He used to work in the granite business in Elberton and was born and raised in Madison County. What’s happening Burden, Jordan, White reunion set for Saturday A reunion of descendants of the Burden. Jordan, and White families of Elbert, Hart, and Franklin counties will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. at the Bowman Community Center, 209 East Railroad Street. Participants are asked to bring pictures, family pedigree charts, flash drives, CDs and family mementos. Those attending are also asked to bring covered dishes. Plates, utensils, napkins, cups, ice, and drinks will be provided. For more information, contact Janice Browning at 706-742-7022 or jbrownin@uga.edu Nabors famly reunion ahead Sunday The descendents of James Oscar Nabors will hold their annual reunion Sunday at the First United Methodist Church, 188 Martin Street, Jefferson. Family and friends are asked to bring food and drink for lunch, which will follow the morning service, organizers said. All paper products and ice will be provided by the children of Oscar Nabors. “Come and fellowship with us during church services and have lunch with us afterwards," organizers said. Lutz family benefit set for Aug. 22 A benefit is being organized for former sheriff’s deputy. Sergeant Tom Lutz and his wife, Leah, of Danielsville, to help alleviate some of the financial burdens they are facing due to health problems, according to organizers. A barbecue pork plate fundraiser is set for Aug. 22, with more information to follow. Any monetary donations to the Lutz family in the meantime can be made at any Merchants and Farmers Bank branch. A motorcycle ride is also being organized as part of the benefit and volunteers are needed. For more information, or to volunteer, email Jennifer at lutzfamilvbenefit @ vahoo.com or call 706-202-5073. Donations may also be mailed to: Merchants and Farmers Bank - Ila Branch, P.O. Box 638, Commerce, GA 30530. According to a press release, the Lutz family has been a part of the Madison County community for more than ten years. Tom Lutz has served his community as a sergeant with the sheriff’s office since 1999. He has also volunteered as a youth soccer coach for the recreation department and other causes. Before settling in Madison County, Lutz served 13 years in the army and is a veteran of the Gulf War (Desert Shield/Desert Storm) 1990-91 and is a war hero. As a medic with the 2 nd Battalion 7 th Infantry, 24' 1 ' ID, he was awarded his first Bronze star with a “V” for valor and a second Bronze star while serving in Bosnia from 1996 - 97. His wife, Leah, has been a volunteer for the Danielsville Fall Festival committee since its inception in 2001. She has also helped to bring awareness and raise money for a cure for multiple sclerosis and served with the MCHS Soccer Boosters, Boy Scouts and the Girl Scouts. Recently, Sgt. Lutz was diagnosed with a lung disease as a result of chemical exposure while serving the Gulf War. According to the press release, his doctors have said that his only option for a foil recovery is a lung transplant. Now he has been forced to apply for disability and is unable to work. He is left with a barrage of medical treatments, medications and constant medical expenses, the release stated. “This diagnosis has put a severe strain on the Lutz family and has overwhelmed them both financially and emotionally,” the release said. Mrs. Lutz was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, a disabling neurological disease, in 2003. The disease has progressed over the last six years, leaving her with limited mobility. “Even through the difficult treatments, along with the painful and debilitating effects of MS, she has taken care of her household and continues to volunteer for different causes,” benefit organizers said. “She has been a constant advocate for the citizens of this county as well as others.” The couple have two children, Alex, a 2006 MCHS graduate, and Stephanie, who is a junior at MCHS this year. Alex played soccer, served as a volunteer coach at the recreation department and is an Eagle Scout with Troop 377. Stephanie is a fall festival and Harmony House Ride to Survive volunteer and also enjoys scouting. “Through their parents’ illnesses, they both have had to grow up very quickly and accept more than their fair share of family responsibilities,” the release stated. “Through their many efforts, the Lutz family has always given with open arms and full hearts, never expecting to gain anything, only being thankful they could help,” organizers said. “Please help us give back to them a little of what they have given to us." Annual Kirk reunion set for Aug. 23 The annual Kirk family reunion will be held Sunday, Aug. 23, at the Danielsville Volunteer Fire Department, beginning at 11 a.m. The fire hall is located just off the old courthouse square in Danielsville. “Please bring a well- stocked basket of your favorite food and drink (iced tea will be furnished),” organizers said. All utensils, cups, and plates and ice will be available at the fire hall. "Be sure to bring family pictures and other articles of interest to share with everyone," organizers added. For more information or directions, call Brian Kirk at 706- 795-3460 or 706-540-8290 (cell). Heritage Foundation to meet Aug. 23 Does Madison County have another equivalent of Ft. Lamar and its 1790 era sister forts? Bruce and Charlene Strickland Maney will present a program on this subject at the Madison County Heritage Foundation meeting on Sunday, Aug. 23, at 2:30 p.m. in the meeting room of the Madison County Library. Mr. Maney is state historian for the Georgia Society Sons of the American Revolution and Mrs. Maney is historical preservation chairman of the William Day Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution. She is a descendent of Soloman Strickland, who settled in the Bluestone Community of what later became Madison County. Handouts will be provided. All persons are welcome, organizers said. David and Kathy Morgan, Danielsville, announce the engage ment and forthcoming marriage of their daughter, Naomi Rose Morgan, Hull, to Joseph Skye Haney, son of Curtis Haney, Carlton, and Sheri Hix, Hull. The future bride is the granddaughter of Richard and Rosemary Dailey, Hunstville, Ala., and the late Ida and Scage Morgan. She is a 2006 Madison County High School graduate and is cur rently enrolled in the physical therapy assistant program at Athens Technical College and employed at Athens Eye Associates. The future groom is the grandson of Richard and June Bodine, Bangor, Pa.; and Brady and Linda Haney, Demorest. He is a 2006 graduate of Madison County High School and currendy employed at TACG in Pendergrass. The wedding is set for 4 p.m.. Sept. 19, 2009, at Camp Kiwanis, Danielsville. Invitations will be sent. Birth MICHAEL BRYSON HATTAWAY Michael Hattaway and Deanna Seagraves, Hull, announce the birth of a son, Michael Bryson Hattaway, July 26, 2009, at Cobb Memorial Hospital. The maternal grandparents are David and Joyce Maddox, Jackson County, and the late Jimmy Watson, Hull. The paternal grandparents are Edna Hattaway, Hull, and the late John Hattaway. Call 706-795-2567 to subscribe to The Madison County Journal. LANDSCAPING & HORSE ARENAS • RIVER SAND • TOP SOIL • RIVER ROCK • WHITE SAND • FILL DIRT •PEA GRAVEL WILLIAMS SAND 770-967-6501 OR 706-789-3779 Danielsville, GA • www.williamstransportco.com Highway 106 to Jot-em Down Rd. to Young Harris Road to Serenity Lane FOR ONLY $5 YOU CAN LIST YOUR < Let your members know wh Call (706) 367-5233 to advertise your meeting time, place and date in... • The Jackson Herald • The Commerce News • The Braselton News • The Banks County News • The Madison County Journal PER MONTH, SROUP'S MEETINGS! en your group is meeting! JEFFERSON ROTARY CLUB Meets Tuesdays Jefferson City Clubhouse 12:30 p.m.-(706) 367-7696 Gina Mitsdarffer, President 547 HI BANKS COUNTY EOIamerican legion Riders Post 215 Meets each 2nd Thursday, 7 p.m. In Homer, GA at the American Legion Building on Historic Highway 441 pd.02/10 Georgia Real Estate Investors «■» Association, Inc. - Athens Meets the third Thursday each month 6:30 pm at the UGA Conferen ce Center 1197 South Lumpkin Street, Athens, GA 30601 Tom Hewlett - Chapter President thewlettl@charter.net pj 12/09 BANKS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY, INC. meets first Monday each month 7:00 p.m. in the Banks Co. Historial Courthouse at 105 U.S. Hwy, 441 North in Homer pd.-07/io St. Catherine Laboure Catholic Mission Mass Schedule: Sat. 4:00 p.m., Sun. 11:00 a.m., Wed. 12:10 p.m. Parish Council meetings: 2nd Sunday of the month after 11:00 mass First Friday Adoration 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. Website: www.stcatherinelabourega.org 706-335-2622 JEFFERSON 111 AMERICAN LEGION Albert Gordon Post 56 Each 3rd Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Harvie Lance, Commander Phone (706) 654-1274 310 BANKS COUNTY I|p AMERICAN LEGION - ' Post 215 Meets each 3rd Thursday, 7 p.m. In Homer, GA at the American Legion Building on Historic Highway 441 pd.06/10 v|f| VETERANS OF W FOREIGN WARS Post 4872, Hurricane Shoals Convention Ctr. Each 4thTuesdasy, 7:00 p.m. Jason Mergele, Commander Phone 706-367-7237 263 JESUS CHRIST And His Restored Gospel! Come Worship With Us! 4859 Mt. Olive Road, Commerce Meeting Time: Sunday, 9:00 am www.mormono.org For Missionaries Call: 706-380-9927 The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints pd.06/09 UNITY LODGE W F & A.M. No. 36, Jefferson, GA 1st Tuesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. Dwayne Potts • 706-367-4449 Borders St. behind Tabo’s 260 JEFFERSON LIONS CLUB Meets 2nd & 4th Monday Jefferson City Clubhouse 6:30 p.m.-(706) 387-1156 Mack Cates, President 542 All walkers are asked to raise a minimum of $1,000. Sign up today to begin fundraising and training! Anne Hansen and Gaylene Ward, breast cancer suvivors and organizers of the 4th Annual "In Their Shoes" / 13.1 mile walk, have helped raise over $342,000 in three years. \ shoes Two friends. lOne fight. [Join us for the I"In Their Shoes" walk |to benefit the Loran Smith' Center for Cancer Support Breast cancer survivors Anne Hansen and Gaylene Ward began the "In Their Shoes" 13.1 mile one-day walk to recognize those who have lived with cancer and to raise funds for the Loran Smith Center for Cancer Support, a facility that was integral to their personal battle with cancer. To find out how to participate in this year's event on October 17th, please contact the Athens Regional Foundation at 706-475-3301 or visit intheirshoesathens.org. www.armc.org