Marjean (Nabors) Simpson of Rome entered into the presence of her Lord and savior on February 19, 2021. Full obituary can be found at www.byrdandflanigan.com

Sara Davis Williams, age 81, of Suwanee, GA passed away at her home on Sunday, February 14, 2021. Born on September 28, 1939 in Cherokee County, GA, she was the daughter of Opal & Herman S. Davis. She grew up in Blue Ridge, GA and graduated from West Fannin High School in 1957. She attended Georgia Baptist Nursing school and was in training at Georgia Baptist Hospital in Atlanta when she met and fell in love with one of her patients, Virgil Williams. They were married 61 years and together raised four children on their farm in Snellville. Being Virgil's wife was the highlight of her life. Together they traveled, golfed, rode horses and just enjoyed each other's company. She was an avid...

Douglas Pat Justice, age 77 of Dacula, GA, died peacefully in hospice care on Friday, February 12, 2021. Online condolences may be sent at byrdandflanigan.com

William Dee "Bill" McKenny, 80, passed away at his home in Monroe Georgia on January 31, 2021 after a long and healthy life. Bill was born on August 4, 1940 to Charles John McKenny and Velma Amelia Coffitt McKenny in Slayton, Minnesota. The family moved to Jacksonville, Florida when he was two. Bill was an All State, All Southern, and All American football player at Landon High School in Jacksonville. After graduating in 1958, Bill achieved stardom at the University of Georgia in 1959-61 as both an offensive and defensive back. One of his fondest memories was catching a 29-yard touchdown pass from Fran Tarkenton which helped the team win the 1960 Orange Bowl. During his last year at UGA,...

William Dee "Bill" McKenny, 80, passed away at his home in Monroe Georgia on January 31, 2021 after a long and healthy life. Bill was born on August 4, 1940 to Charles John McKenny and Velma Amelia Coffitt McKenny in Slayton, Minnesota. The family moved to Jacksonville, Florida when he was two. Bill was an All State, All Southern, and All American football player at Landon High School in Jacksonville. After graduating in 1958, Bill achieved stardom at the University of Georgia in 1959-61 as both an offensive and defensive back. One of his fondest memories was catching a 29-yard touchdown pass from Fran Tarkenton which helped the team win the 1960 Orange Bowl. During his last year at UGA,...

William Dee "Bill" McKenny, 80, passed away at his home in Monroe Georgia on January 31, 2021 after a long and healthy life. Bill was born on August 4, 1940 to Charles John McKenny and Velma Amelia Coffitt McKenny in Slayton, Minnesota. The family moved to Jacksonville, Florida when he was two. Bill was an All State, All Southern, and All American football player at Landon High School in Jacksonville. After graduating in 1958, Bill achieved stardom at the University of Georgia in 1959-61 as both an offensive and defensive back. One of his fondest memories was catching a 29-yard touchdown pass from Fran Tarkenton which helped the team win the 1960 Orange Bowl. During his last year at UGA,...

On November 3, 2020, Glenn Wilson Parsons, a long time resident of Suwanee, Georgia died unexpectedly at the age of 72. Glenn is survived by his two brothers, J. Robert Parsons residing in Kissimmee, Florida, and Timothy J. Parsons residing in Ellicott City Maryland. He is predeceased by his parents, CMSGT Glenn C. Parsons and Emma L. (Atherton) Parsons both of Mt. Union, Pennsylvania.. Glenn is also survived by his loving and devoted life partner Cynthia Reeves residing in Dacula, Georgia. Glenn was born in Mt. Union, Pennsylvania, and settled in Washington, DC area where he began his career with the U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service, National Capital Region, and...

Etsel Roger Clark, a life-long resident of Dacula, GA, passed away October 28, 2020 at the age of 78, while surrounded by family and friends at his home: after a long battle with lung and brain cancer. Roger is survived by his loving wife Shirley Clark of 55 years; his children, Chris Clark (Elaine), Keith Clark and Michael Clark (Tammy); his grandsons, Derek Clark (Jamee), Dakota Clark and Declan Clark; great/granddaughters, Maggie and Reighanne Clark; sister and brother, Gail Norton and Billy Clark (Freida); sister and brother in law Brenda and Ray Bowman; and several nieces and nephews. A special thanks to nephews, Matthew Bowman, Travis Bowmen and Cody Norton. Roger was predeceased in...

Samuel (Sam) Pollock age 75 of Young Harris, Ga formerly of Lilburn, Ga passed away Saturday October 3, 2020 There will be no services held. Online Condolences may be sent at byrdandflanigan.com

Charles L. Mull age 81 of Lawrenceville GA; passed away on Thursday, August 6, 2020. Mr. Mull owned & operated Gwinnett Iron & Steel Inc. in Lawrenceville for over 35 years. He was a US Navy Veteran where he received the Battle Efficiency award in 1959, in his past time he enjoyed playing golf. Mr. Mull was preceded in death by his parents Luther & Clara Dunn Mull, wife Barbara Clark Mull, son Timothy Mull, and other brothers & sisters. He is survived by his loving family, sons & daughter-in-law Phillip & Shalece Mull, & Jeff Mull, grandchildren Jason & Stephanie Mull, Kyle Mull, Jordan & Chris Weeks, Kailyn Mull, Ryan & Whitney Mull, Nicolas &...

Sinclair McCoy Ruffin, 67, entered into eternal rest on Monday, July 27, 2020, at his home, in Lawrenceville, Georgia. He was born on July 7, 1953inSuffolk, VirginiatoWilliam Edward RuffinandFannie Rebecca Ruffin (Perry). Sinclairgrew up inSuffolk, Virginia.He graduated from John F. Kennedy High School in Suffolk, Virginiain1971. After graduating from high school, he attendedClark Atlanta University in Atlanta, Georgia where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Education. From there, he attendedVirginia State University in Petersburg, Virginia where he received a Master's degree. He worked at Booker T. Washington High School in Atlanta, Georgia, as a teacher for several years. He...

Nancy A. Costello, 68, lost her battle to cancer Sunday, July 13, at her home in Loganville surrounded by her loving family. She was born October 1, 1951 in Hempstead, New York daughter of Millicent & Harold Mehler. Nancy attended Bayport High School, Bayport, NY and graduated in 1969. Following her graduation, Nancy married her high school sweetheart, Joseph Costello, and relocated to Palm Beach, Florida, where she was employed by AT&T. Following her divorce, she transferred to the Atlantaarea in 1983 where she raised her family and worked in telecommunications until her retirement in 2008. Nancy is survived by her three devoted children, Julie Costello and Jennifer Koutny of...

Leslie Jeanette Burch Wells of Roswell, GA went home to be with her husband, Charles Edward Wells, Sr., on June 3, 2020. Known to family and friends as "Jenny," she was born on May 24, 1925 to William and Virginia Burchof Flippin, GA. Jenny was the youngest of 7 children, with 3 brothers and 3 sisters. After moving to Atlanta with her family in 1926, Jenny attended Joel Chandler Harris Elementary School, Joe Brown Junior High and Atlanta Girls High with her siblings. Jenny had a servant's heart and knew she wanted to become a registered nurse. After high school Jenny enrolled and graduated from the Georgia Baptist School of Nursing. This was during World War II, which saw a severe shortage...

Jabez McCorkle III (1934-2020) Was called Home on January 9, 2020. Jay was a father, an avid fisherman, an entrepreneur, and a rabid UGA football fan.Born January 21, 1934 in Tazewell Georgia, Jay led a full life of adventure, accomplishment, joy, tragedy & triumph. Jay was the second of five children born to Jabez McCorkle II and Elizabeth Halley. He is survived by his three sisters, Adrienne, Juanita & Gloria and was preceded in death by his father Jabez II, his mother Elizabeth and older brother Charles. In his early years, Jay excelled in school where he was the leader of the Future Farmers of America, a member of the Marion County High School basketball team, worked on the high...

Asaviya Hazley, at the age of 17, passed away in a car accident on 10/13/19 in Lawrenceville GA. She was born 8/4/02 in Madison WI to Jackie Murray and Anthony Hazley. She was a bright, beautiful young lady full spirit and love. Asaviya was a younger sister to Latone Hazley and an amazing daughter to Jackie & Antonio Murray. Asaviya was a senior at Dacula High School. She would have graduated in 2020, recieving chords for 4 years of Chorus and 4 years of Fench. Her family and friends will always miss her and never forget her. ByrdandFlanigan.com

Jefferson, GA-Dwight A. Fahrenthold, 35, passed away suddenly on Thursday, September 19, 2019 in a motor vehicle accident. A vibrant and gregarious man, Dwight loved playing pool, fishing, country music, the beach, and UGA football. Like everything in life, he did these things with intensity, with passion, and surrounded by all his friends. Born December 24, 1983 at Travis Air Force Base, CA he was the son of Ted and Nancy (Burton) Fahrenthold. Dwight worked as an auto body specialist at Elite Auto Collision. His enthusiasm for cars started at age 11, when he started restoring old classicsby his dad's side at the family business. Dwight transformed his boyhood obsession into acareer; he...

age 69 of Lawrenceville GA; passed away on Tuesday, August 6, 2019. Mrs. Lance was a member of New Canaan Baptist Church Lawrenceville GA. She was preceded in death by her parents William & Imanell Haney Harrison, brothers Doug Harrison, Ben Harrison, sisters Trudy Daniel, & Jackie Jeffers. She is survived by her loving husband of fifty-three years Robert J. Lance, son & daughter-in-law Eddie & Marie Lance of Lawrenceville GA; grandchildren Matthew & Melissa Lance of Lawrenceville GA; Michael Lance of lawrenceville GA; MarkLance of Lawrenceville GA; brothers & sisters-in-law Rex & Charlotte Harrison of Centerville GA; William & Judy Harrison of Monroe GA;...

Hugh F. Moore age 86 of Umatilla, FL passed away Sunday August 4, 2019. He was a native of Pennsylvania, and was preceded in death by his wife Carole Brown Moore. A veteran of the U S Air Force, and was retired from the Civil Service with over 20 years of service. He is survived by daughters & son in law Lori & Bob Myers of Monroe, Rise Smith of Palmer, Alaska, grandchildren Huie & Kristen Myers, Lisa & Jeremy Fuller, Kevin & Isabella Smith, Hannah & Derick Hannah, Christy Smith, 7 great grandchildren. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Byrd and Flanigan Crematory & Funeral Service, Lawrenceville. 770-962-2200

Dr. Janet Lee Griffin, 60, Athens, went to her heavenly home on Monday, July 15, 2019, after an unexpected short illness. A native to Georgia, Dr. Griffin grew up in Atlanta, then headed west for medical school at The University of California Santa Cruz, where she graduated with honors. She was a doctor of internal medicine practicing in California, Florida and the Northeast Georgia area for over 30 years. Throughout her life, she enjoyed activities such as horseback riding, cooking, entertaining and was always the life of the party. She made a positive impact on many lives through her medical practice, friendships, and active support of the Athens and surrounding communities, but her...