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Grady "Tommy" Watkins, age 67 of Crawfordville passed away Sunday, September 26, 2023. Tommy loved many things including; fishing, hunting, riding on dirt roads, motorcycles, boats, boating, living life to the fullest, and especially his family, children, and grandchildren. He is survived by his daughter Christy Sicovich of Statham; brothers Joey Watkins and wife Sherri of Dacula, Robin Watkins of Dacula; sisters Cathy Rosenberger and husband Dieter of Statham, Debra Hill and husband Robert of Jefferson; grandchildren Corey and Cody; great grandchildren Brenyn, Brylie, Baylen, and Novalee. Tommy was preceded in death by his brother Robbie Watkins and sister Shirley Judson. A Memorial service...

Ted Franklin Tillery Sr. age 66 of Conyers passed away Saturday, November 18, 2023. Services to be announced at a later date. Interment cremation. Arrangements by Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53 Hoschton, Ga., 30548. Lawsonfuneralhome.org. 706-654-0966.

Sylvia Riley Dedels, age 83 of Hoschton passed away Wednesday, September 27, 2023. Sylvia and Richard Dedels moved to Hoschton in 1999 to their home. It housed decades worth of celebrations, traditions, and memories. It was also meticulously and beautifully decorated by Sylvia. Lovingly known as "UhHee" by her family, UhHee's blue eyes and smile were contagious to anyone that came in contact with her. She knew how to have fun, no matter what the occasion was and would find humor in any situation. UhHee enjoyed trying new restaurants, no matter the distance. She loved her jalape?os spicy, her bloody mary's strong, and her jokes salty. Out of all the things she loved in life, she loved her...

Tammy Marie Adels, age 61 of Winder passed away Tuesday, September 19, 2023. Tammy enjoyed many things including her cosmetology career, hiking, dog training, and of course classic cars. She loved sunflowers, humming birds, and butterflies. Tammy is survived by her husband Timothy Adels; daughter Amanda Chambers; sister Ruth Lane; brother John Cecelia; grandchildren Hunter Chambers as well as a grand daughter that is due in February; and a host of other relatives. She was preceded in death by her parents John and Ann Cecelia and sister Elaine Jean Sullivan. A Memorial service will be held 7:00 pm Saturday, September 23, 2023 at Lawson Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends...

Leona Ann Barnett (Shampine, n?e Sutherland), aged 81, passed away and reunited with the infinite on Saturday, September 16, 2023. After a long battle with Alzheimer's disease, she passed peacefully at home in the presence of her husband, Brett, and much-loved cat, Annie, surrounded by her caregivers and family members. Leona was a mother, a wife, a grandmother, a sister, an aunt, and, most especially, a friend to many. She was warm, caring, and enormously generous of spirit. For her friends, she was the voice on the phone for hours exchanging the latest personal news. For her kids, she was the mother who would pack handwritten notes into school lunches that read, "I love you bunches!"?much...

Frank Edwin Hopkins, Jr., age 80 of Hoschton, GA passed away Sunday, June 18, 2023. In addition to his parents, Mr. Hopkins was preceded in death by his wife, Lynda Daniel Hopkins. He is survived by his sons and daughters-in-law Alan and Kim Hopkins, of Hoschton, GA; David and Bettina Hopkins, of Gainesville, GA; brother and sister-in-law Robert and Janis Hopkins, of Douglasville, GA; grandchildren Avery Scott Hopkins, Hailey Marie Hopkins, Ansley Lynn Hopkins, Tanner John Hopkins. In lieu of flowers, donations are requested in his name to the Alzheimer's Association, 41 Perimeter Center East, Ste. 550, Atlanta, GA 30346. The family will receive friends Sunday, July 16 from 2 pm until 4 pm...

Dr. Robert Franklin ("Frank") Horner, age 96, died of natural causes in his home in Gainesville, GA, on May 26, 2023. Born on January 19, 1927, in Chattanooga, TN, Dr. Horner graduated from City High School in Chattanooga and served in the United States Army. He completed his bachelor's degree in 1950 at the University of Chattanooga, where he served as junior and senior class president, as well as president of the Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity chapter, and was elected to Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities. After college, Dr. Horner was commissioned as First Lieutenant in the United States Air Force, where he was a pilot assigned to a troop carrier squadron in Europe. Dr....

Dr. Robert Franklin ("Frank") Horner, age 96, died of natural causes in his home in Gainesville, GA, on May 26, 2023. Born on January 19, 1927, in Chattanooga, TN, Dr. Horner graduated from City High School in Chattanooga and served in the United States Army. He completed his bachelor's degree in 1950 at the University of Chattanooga, where he served as junior and senior class president, as well as president of the Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity chapter, and was elected to Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities. After college, Dr. Horner was commissioned as First Lieutenant in the United States Air Force, where he was a pilot assigned to a troop carrier squadron in Europe. Dr....

Mary "Tomi" Mitchell, age 93, of Hoschton passed away Tuesday, February 28, 2023. Tomi grew up on a cattle ranch in Canton, GA. While still in high school, she was employed with Southern Bell. Later Tomi moved to the Stone Mountain/Tucker area where she and her husband raised their children. They then moved to a farm in Buford and later to the golf course at Chateau Elan to be with family. Her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren always enjoyed visiting with her. Tomi was a friend to all. She is survived by her sons Doug Mitchell and wife Carol, Keith Mitchell and wife Ejna, Darrell Mitchell and wife Gina and Lane Mitchell; daughter Jan Baker and husband Bob; sister Rachel...

Herman "Alton" Wiley, age 100 of Suwannee passed away Saturday, February 11, 2023. Alton served in World War II and spent nearly two years on the aircraft carrier USS Ticonderoga. Alton even volunteered for the Navy just too see more action, he is respected and honored for his service. Alton is survived by his daughters; Lisa Shelton of Lawrenceville, Beth Ayers and husband Raymond of Jefferson, Carolyn Lummus and husband Jerry of Bethlehem; son Bill Wiley of Cumming; grandchildren Kelly Bryan, Dawn Chandler, Gillian Gooch, Cory Ayers,, Tyler Shelton, Brandon Shelton, Leanne Tucker, Chad Wiley; 9 great grandchildren. A Graveside Service will be held 1:00 pm Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at The...

Verlin Boudreaux Murphy, age 92 of Gainesville passed away Thursday, February 9, 2023. She was a member of St. Thomas More Parish in Baton Rouge, LA for 48 years as well as the Prince of Peace Parish in Flowery Branch for 10 years and was a lifetime member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the VFW, #7017 in Denham Springs, LA. She was a 1948 graduate of Baker High School in Baker, LA. Verlin is survived by her children Robert Murphy and wife Jenny of Germantown, TN; Ragan Murphy and fianc? Melissa of Brandon, MS; Sharon Gaston and husband Tom of Flowery Branch, GA; sister Beverly Engels of Baton Rouge, LA; grandchildren Matthew Murphy of Blacksburg, VA; Ben Murphy of Roanoke, VA; Anna Murphy of...

Virginia Louise Speakman, age 75 of Hoschton passed away Tuesday, January 31, 2023. Virginia is survived by her husband Robert Speakman; son Erik Speakman; daughter Tracy Speakman; sister Barbara Matthews and husband Rev. David Matthews; grandchildren Annika Speakman and Alexander Speakman; best friend Linda Snyder; and a host of other relatives. Funeral services will be held 2:00 pm Saturday, February 11, 2023 at Lawson Funeral Home Chapel. Officiating will be Rev David Matthews and Erik Speakman. Interment cremation. The family will receive friends 12:00 pm Saturday, February 11, 2023 at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Colonial Williamsburg Foundation...

Virginia Louise Speakman, age 75 of Hoschton passed away Tuesday, January 31, 2023. Virginia is survived by her husband Robert Speakman; son Erik Speakman; daughter Tracy Speakman; sister Barbara Matthews and husband Rev. David Matthews; grandchildren Annika Speakman and Alexander Speakman; best friend Linda Snyder; and a host of other relatives. Funeral services will be held 2:00 pm Saturday, February 11, 2023 at Lawson Funeral Home Chapel. Officiating will be Rev David Matthews and Erik Speakman. Interment cremation. The family will receive friends 12:00 pm Saturday, February 11, 2023 at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Colonial Williamsburg Foundation...

Jackie Cougan (JC) Lance, age 83 of Athens passed away Saturday, January 7, 2023. He was born on March 7, 1939 in Lumpkin Co, GA, the son of Henry M. Lance and Pauline Yother Lance. He worked for many years at Burman Printing Co in Athens, GA, and was the owner of Main Street Printing in Bogart, GA. He loved many things, including guitars, classic cars, his Indian heritage, and most of all, his family. He married Dorothy Edwards in 1958, and they remained together until her death in 2002. Jack is survived by his son Henry Lance of Athens; daughters Amanda Mooney and husband Michael of Winder, Wanda Hall of Statham; brothers Verlon Roberts and wife Debra of Seneca, SC, Carl Martin and wife...

Luella (Pat) Florence Hopkins Mitchell, age 80, of Hoschton GA passed away Wednesday, December 7, 2022 after a short illness. She is survived by her loving partner Richard Lewis of Hoschton GA, her sister Nancy Hood of Clermont FL and her children Loretta Leandro (partner Luis Leandro) of Braselton GA, Shelbie Johnson (partner Sean Marque) of Puxico MO, Michael Mitchell (wife Ramona Mitchell) of Flowery Branch GA, and James Michell of Albany GA. She also has many grandchildren, great- grandchildren, cousins, nieces, nephews, and many who loved her as a mother including Ruby Mitchell and Marsha Lewis Arnold. She is preceded in death by daughter Connie Mitchell, sisters Linda Hopkins and...

Lois Salomon, age 83, formerly of Meadville, PA passed away on Thursday, November 24, 2022 in Dacula, GA. She was the daughter of the late Margaret and Emil Salomon of Meadville, PA. She is survived by her daughter and son in law, Lori and Doug Naville; grandson and granddaughter in law Bryan and Stephanie Cere; great grandchildren Jordan, Emma, Gracie, and Bentley. No formal service is planned at this time. Arrangements by Lawson Funeral Home 4532 Hwy 53 Hoschton, Ga., 30548. lawsonfuneralhome.org. 706-654-0966.

Carey Lynn Reaves, age 71, of Hoschton, Ga passed away Tuesday May 31, 2022. He loved his family, grandchildren, hunting, fishing, and golfing. Carey was a United States Army veteran and received many medals during his service including the Purple Heart medal. Survivors include his daughter Brittany McConnell and husband Britt; brother Jimmy Reaves; grandson Miles McConnell; and grand daughter Sadie McConnell. Memorial Services will be held 12:00 pm Saturday, June 11, 2022 at Lawson Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Officiant Montie Ray Robinson. Interment Cremation. Arrangements by Lawson Funeral Home 4532 Hwy 53...

Jack Wayne McIntire, age 85, of Greensboro, North Carolina passed away Monday May 16, 2022. He loved many things including music, ice cream, the Dallas Cowboys, and most of all his family. Jack was retired from Lincoln National after 33 years, he was also a member of the Jefferson Standards Choraliers and the Don Trexler Singers. Survivors include his wife of 55 years Maggie McIntire; sons Joey McIntire and wife Jennifer of Hoschton, Andy McIntire and wife Shelby of Centennial, CO; brother Bruce McIntire of Davenport, IA; grandchildren Ava, Wyatt, and Ema. Graveside services will be held 2:00 pm Thursday May 19, 2022 at Hoschton City Cemetery. Officiating Pastor Jason Mincey. Interment...

Margaret "Micki" Stutko Venezia Damato, age 74, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, at her home in Hoschton, Ga. on April 26, 2022. Micki was born in Canoga Park, California, daughter of the late Lois and Roy Stutko. A graduate of Canoga Park High School, Micki served as a stewardess for Delta Airlines before marrying her late husband, Raymond Vincent Venezia, Sr. Micki and her surviving husband, Rick Damato, were married in Jacksonville, Fla. September 14, 2013. In addition to her primary role as a loving wife, mother, and homemaker, she retired from a career in the financial services industry. Known as a loving and kind person, Micki made friends easily and shared her bright...

Charlotte Petrohoy Rooney, 84, formerly of Shelton CT and Hudson FL, wife of the late James Rooney died peacefully on March 20, 2022. She is survived by daughters Patti (Todd) Winfield of Canon, GA, Joan Rooney of Shelton, CT, Donna (Patrick) O'Hara of Monroe, CT , Kate (Richard) Ugarte of Baltimore, MD. 6 grandchildren 6, soon 8, great-grandsons, sisters-in-law, Patricia Petrohoy, Sr. Margaret Rooney and Sr. Patricia Rooney. A Mass of Resurrection will be held at Prince of Peace Church in Flowery Branch, GA on Friday, March 25, 2022 at 11:00 AM. Burial will take place at the Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, FL. A celebration of life for Jim and Charlotte will take place Saturday,...

Janice Elaine Tracy, age 63 of Covington, passed away Saturday, January 15, 2022. She was preceded in death by her husband Dennis Tracy, sister Martha Seaman, and her parents Charlie and Barbara Allen. She is survived by her sister Yvonne Allen, brother and sister-in-law Mark and Nancy Allen; in-laws; Robert Seaman, Kevin and Rose Tracy, Chip and Cheri Loy; nieces and nephews, Marlo and Stephen Cooper, Bobby Seaman, Scott Seaman, Natalie Martoccia & Darrell Rodriguez, Aimee and Kevin Nesbit, Michelle Tracy, Tracy and Josh Herchline, Kelcy Loy, Hunter Tracy and Rachel "Forrester" Allen, as well as great-nieces and great-nephews. Janice was married to her husband Denny for 17 wonderful...