Jimmie Chandler: Obituary
Obituaries November 23, 2019
A celebration of life service to honor Mrs. Jimmie Chandler will be held Thursday, November 21, 2019 at 2:00 PM at the chapel of Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home. The Rev. Lyman Caldwell, the Rev. Marty Murphy, and the Rev. Danny Spur will officiate. Interment will follow in Dahlonega Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 12:00 PM until the service hour at the funeral home.
Mrs. Chandler, age 86, of Dahlonega entered into her eternal rest with her Lord and Savior with her family by her side on Tuesday, November 19, 2019. She was born on April 27, 1933 to the late Reverend Joseph Edward “Ed” and Bertha Grizzle. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Julian Ray Chandler, her stepson Julian Ray Chandler, Jr., her brother Rufe Ed Grizzle, and her brother and sister-in-law JW and Eva Mae Grizzle.
Affectionately known as “Memaw”, Mrs. Chandler’s favorite activity was spending time with her family and she was loved beyond description by all of her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church for many years and was one of the founding members of the current church. Mrs. Chandler had a heart for the church and a heart to serve the rangers at Camp Frank D. Merrill in Dahlonega, GA. She was joined in that effort by her husband, Julian Ray Chandler, who was a former WWII POW.
Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law Lee and Sherry Benefield; daughters and sons in-law Cathy and Gerald Gilstrap, and Cindy and Toby Sherrill; grandchildren David and Shannon Benefield, Jamie and Melanie Gilstrap, Johnny and Ericka Gilstrap, Justin Gilstrap, Julianne and Will Purnell, Ashley Worley, and Abbie Sherrill; great-grandchildren Alexandria Benefield, Kerrie Gilstrap, John David Gilstrap, Hunter Gilstrap, Justin Gilstrap, Katherine Gilstrap, Sienna Purnell, Brooklyn Purnell, and Brayden Sherrill; sister-in-law Jean Grizzle; numerous nieces and nephews and her fur baby “Miss Lily”.
“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.” 2 Timothy 4:7-8
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Mt. Zion Church No. 1, Attn: Josh Murphy, P.O. Box 301, Dahlonega, GA 30533.
To share a memory of Mrs. Chandler or a condolence with the family visit andersonunderwood.com.
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Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 11/3 -11/10
Arrest Reports, Police & Government November 12, 2019
Arrest report and photos provided by the Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office. The Georgia Open Records Act (O.C.G.A. 35-01-18) allows for FetchYourNews.com to obtain and post the arrest records of any and all individuals arrested in Lumpkin County. Those arrests are posted on FetchYourNews.com for viewing pleasure. Please remember that all individuals listed have been arrested and charged, however, they are presumed innocent until guilt has been proven in a court of law.
John Sanford: Obituary
Obituaries October 27, 2019
Mr. John Sanford, age 68, of Dahlonega passed away Thursday, October 24, 2019.
Mr. Sanford was born in Lumpkin County on October 31, 1950 to the late Earl and Edna Wood Sanford. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Barbara Jo Sanford, brother Earl Sanford, sister Earline Hicks, brother-in-law Woodrow Hicks, and sister Thelma Edwards. Mr. Sanford was a retired truck driver. He loved to hunt and fish.
Survivors include his daughter and son-in-law Renee and Joe Dodd, Dahlonega; step-daughters and step-sons-in-law Sherry and James Lackey, Eatonton, Teresa and Rick White, Dahlonega, and Michelle and Robbie Badgley, Dahlonega; step-daughters Janice Pate, Jenkinsburg, and Cindy Woody, Panama City Beach, FL; step-son and step-daughter-in-law Ricky and Cindy Smith, Lula; sister Alma Morgan, Dahlonega; brother Horace Sanford, Dahlonega; and numerous step-grandchildren.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 PM Friday, October 25, 2019 at the chapel of Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home. The Rev. Lyman Caldwell and the Rev. Freddy Bryan will officiate. The family will receive friends from 11:00 AM until the service hour Friday at the funeral home. Mr. Sanford’s wishes were to be cremated after the service.
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Harold Dorsey Martin: Obituary
Obituaries October 9, 2019
Mr. Harold Dorsey Martin, age 85, of Dahlonega passed away Sunday, October 6, 2019.
Mr. Martin was a native and lifelong resident of Lumpkin County. He was born on June 16, 1934 to the late Lonnie and Hattie Lee Martin. In addition to his parents Mr. Martin was preceded in death by his wife Jeanette Tolbert Martin, son William Martin, infant daughter Vickie Martin, sisters Edith Collins, Edna Higgins, and Eva Kuykendoll. Mr. Martin was a poultry and cattle farmer most of his life and eventually took up the art of a gunsmith. His favorite pastime was a good NASCAR race or a good western on TV and he loved to hunt and fish. Mr. Martin was deeply loved and cherished by his family and his grandchildren affectionately called him “Grandpa Martin”. His best friend was “Brutus” his Miniature Pinscher.
Survivors include his son and daughter-in-law Ricky and Cindy Martin, Winder; son Michael Martin, Dahlonega; sister Estelle Patterson, Dahlonega; grandchildren Amy and Chris Garrett, Ali Martin, Nathan and Angela Martin, and April Martin; great-grandchildren Alexis Martin, Addison Blackstone, and Liam Martin; and special family member Stella Head.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 PM Tuesday, October 8, 2019 at the chapel of Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home. The Rev. Danny Jarrard will officiate. Interment will follow in Mt. Hope Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM Monday at the funeral home.
To share a memory of Mr. Martin or a condolence with the family visit andersonunderwood.com.
Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home of Dahlonega: Obituary
Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 9/29 – 10/5
Arrest Reports, Police & Government October 7, 2019
Arrest report and photos provided by the Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office. The Georgia Open Records Act (O.C.G.A. 35-01-18) allows for FetchYourNews.com to obtain and post the arrest records of any and all individuals arrested in Lumpkin County. Those arrests are posted on FetchYourNews.com for viewing pleasure. Please remember that all individuals listed have been arrested and charged, however, they are presumed innocent until guilt has been proven in a court of law.
Eva Mae Grizzle: Obituary
Obituaries October 2, 2019
Dahlonega Funeral Home announces that Eva Mae Grizzle, 87, of Dahlonega, Ga passed away September, 30th 2019. She was born on May 16th, 1932 in Dahlonega, Ga to the late Henley Caldwell and Zora Anderson Caldwell.
Mrs Grizzle was a lifelong resident of Dahlonega and was a member of Yahoola Baptist Church. As a Homemaker, she always enjoyed cooking, gardening and visiting with friends and family.
In addition to both parents, she is preceded in death by her loving husband of many years, J.W. Grizzle, who passed away in 2005 and one brother Harold Eugene Caldwell.
She is survived by sisters, Betty Thompson of Dahlonega, Joyce Miller of Panama City Beach Florida; Sisters in law Jean Grizzle and Jimmie Ann Chandler; Nieces, Becky (Danny) Clark of Flowery Branch, Nancy (Ray) Carpenter of Dahlonega, Lisa Thompson of Tampa, Fla; Nephews, Dennis (Becky) Thompson of Dahlonega, Todd Thompson of Dahlonega, Gary (Bonnie) Miller of Douglasville, and Terry Miller of Nashville, TN. She is also survived by many other relatives.
The family of Ms. Grizzle will receive friends at the funeral home Tuesday, October 1st, 2019 from 10am to 8pm. Funeral Services for Ms. Grizzle will be held in the chapel of Dahlonega Funeral Home on Wednesday, October 2nd, 2019 at 11am. Interment will follow at Dahlonega Memorial Park. Services will be officiated by Lyman Caldwell, Kris Butler, and Terry Head.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.dahlonegafuneralhome.com. Arrangements by the professional staff of Dahlonega Funeral Home 20 Gibson Road Dahlonega, GA 30533 706-864-DOVE (3683)
Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 9/8 – 9/14
Arrest Reports, Police & Government September 16, 2019
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Robert W. Somers: Obituary
Obituaries August 12, 2019
Mr. Robert W. Somers, age 75, of Dahlonega passed away at home with his friends by his side on Saturday, August 10, 2019.
Robert had lived in North Carolina most of his life and had lived in Dahlonega for a number of years. He loved to restore antique cars and attend car shows. Robert left behind his faithful friend Sally, his beloved dog.
He is survived by his children Kacey Somers, Lisa Somers, and Neil Somers; his sister Edith Somers Neil; and his brother William “Billy” G. Somers, all of North Carolina.
Robert’s wishes were to be cremated and the family will have a private memorial service at a later date.
To share a memory of Robert or a condolence with the family visit andersonunderwood.com.
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Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 8/4 – 8/10
Arrest Reports, Police & Government August 12, 2019
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Taylor announces plans to run for re-election in 2020
Election, Politics August 7, 2019
DAHLONEGA, GA
Current Post 5 councilwoman, JoAnne Taylor, has confirmed that she will run for re-election for Dahlonega City Council in 2020. 
Taylor told FYN that her most important accomplishment during her current term was, “Tax reduction of 5.14% for the proposed 2020 budget.” She further explained that the City Council will hold a public hearing on Thursday, August 15, at 4:00 p.m., followed by a City Council meeting on September 3 at 6:00 p.m., “to adopt the budget resolution.” 
According to Taylor, water, sewer, sanitation, and recycling costs for in-city residential customers will not increase, “We will continue a high level of service, make needed infrastructure improvements, and deliver new amenities to our community within the proposed budget.”
Taylor credits the tax reduction to the “teamwork and focus by the Mayor, City Council, and dedicated Staff on reducing costs,” and she also explained that her main focus item was reducing costs, “I have participated in all budget meetings. I also lent my business expertise to the staff in evaluating much-needed new financial application software…The new application, when fully implemented, will increase overall efficiency and improved citizen communication.”
Taylor also expressed to FYN her appreciation for being voted into the City Council, “I have been enormously privileged to be a public servant to Dahlonega. My $400 salary, net taxes, has been donated to local not-for-profits. I am grateful for the opportunity I’ve been given to serve.”
If re-elected, Taylor said her main focus would be, “Containing costs and managing growth while preserving the very special place we call home, Dahlonega.” Taylor further explained that she would focus on continuing to add amenities to Dahlonega, such as the Gold Adventures All-Abilities Playground in Hancock Park, the Farmers Market, and the Wimpy Mill picnic area, “We need to balance the significant costs of infrastructure, such as stormwater management, with providing improved amenities…I will continue to welcome feedback from our citizens, a vital form of government. Thanks in advance for your support!”
Gold Adventure All-Abilities Playground in Hancock Park.
Philip Dale Folger: Obituary
Obituaries August 6, 2019
Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home is announcing the service of Philip Dale Folger for H.M. Patterson & Son-Oglethorpe Hill Chapel, Atlanta GA.
Link to H.M. Patterson & Son-Oglethorpe Hill Chapel: http://www.hmpattersonoglethorpe.com/
Molly Patricia McGuire: Obituary
Obituaries August 2, 2019
MOLLY PATRICIA McGUIRE, age 68, departed this life on July 30, 2019 at her beloved home outside Dahlonega, GA. Molly was born on September 8, 1950 to Hugh and Jean McGuire in Joplin, MO. Molly grew up in Joplin before attending high school at Notre Dame de Sion in Kansas City, MO. Molly then attended Emory College, Emory University where she graduated in 1972. She then worked for the Department of the Interior in Washington, D.C. before moving to Florida to work as a legal secretary. Molly visited the north Georgia mountains outside of Dahlonega more than 35 years ago and knew she had found her home. Molly’s home was filled with love and laughter and treasured pets.
Molly was predeceased by her parents and brother, James Patmore McGuire. She is survived by many, many friends who will always remember her infectious laughter and enormous heart.
A Celebration of Molly’s Life will be held on Saturday, September 7, 2019 at the chapel of Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home.
To share a memory of Molly or a condolence with the family visit andersonunderwood.com.
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Reggie Hiram Clark: Obituary
Obituaries July 25, 2019
Mr. Reggie Hiram Clark, age 59, of Gainesville passed away Wednesday, July 24, 2019.
Reggie was born in Duluth, GA on June 10, 1960 to the late Robert and Montine Satterfield Clark. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his son Ben Clark. Reggie loved music and he loved playing his guitar. He loved to garden and feed his animals. Reggie was a good-hearted man and will be missed.
Survivors include his brother Billy Walker, Athens; sister Judy Thompson, Gainesville; brother and sister-in-law Ricky and Velvet Clark, Gainesville; sister and brother-in-law Cindy and Ricky Smith, Lula; sister Martha Saunders, Lula; several nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
Funeral services are scheduled for 3:00 PM Friday, July 26, 2019 at the chapel of Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home. The Rev. Dwayne Smith, Jr. and Mr. Howard Truman will officiate. Interment will follow in Hightower Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Thursday at the funeral home.
To share a memory of Reggie or a condolence with the family visit andersonunderwood.com.
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Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 7/14 – 7/20
Arrest Reports, Police & Government July 22, 2019
Arrest report and photos provided by the Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office. The Georgia Open Records Act (O.C.G.A. 35-01-18) allows for FetchYourNews.com to obtain and post the arrest records of any and all individuals arrested in Lumpkin County. Those arrests are posted on FetchYourNews.com for viewing pleasure. Please remember that all individuals listed have been arrested and charged, however, they are presumed innocent until guilt has been proven in a court of law.
Fred Ridsdale: Obituary
Obituaries July 3, 2019
Fred Ridsdale
December 20, 1925 – June 04, 2019
Fred Hammerton Ridsdale December 12, 1925-June 4, 2019
Born in Greensburg, Pa. in 1925 to the late Harriet Walton and Fred H. Ridsdale and raised in Cleveland, Ohio by his late aunt and uncle Alice and Thomas Toon. He was also pre-deceased by his sister Margaret E. Ridsdale Floro.
A WWII veteran, he was wounded in combat during the Battle of the Bulge. A Master Mason, he became a member of the Shrine in 1948.
In 1953 he married Helen K. Cunsolo and moved to Walton Hills, Ohio where they raised their family. Later moving to Port St. Lucie, Florida for many years until retiring to Dahlonega, Georgia in 2007.
Survivors include his wife Helen, sons Fred W. and Tedd F.; granddaughter Mackenzie E., great grandson Grayson J. Additional family members include, brother in law Robert D. Floro, nephews Donald R. and James D. Floro, 7 grand nieces and nephews, 14 great grand nieces and nephews and cousins Sally A. and Thomas E. Fritsch.
A private memorial service will be held at Dahlonega Funeral Home on Sunday June 9, 2019 at 2pm for immediate family only. There will be no viewing.
Burial at a later date in Bedford Cemetery in Bedford, Ohio to be handled by Johnson Romito Funeral Home Bedford, Ohio.
In lieu of flowers, family suggests, if desired, remembrances to Kindred Hospice, 1100 Sherwood Park Dr., Gainesville, GA 30500 or a charity of your choice.
Arrangements by the professional staff of Dahlonega Funeral Home 20 Gibson Road Dahlonega, GA 30533 706-864-DOVE (3683)
Mary Viola Baliles: Obituary
Obituaries July 3, 2019Mary Viola Baliles
November 04, 1925 – June 30, 2019
Mrs. Mary Viola Baliles, age 93, of Dahlonega passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 30, 2019.
Mrs. Baliles was born in Lumpkin County on November 4, 1925 to the late Alfonso and Annie Reeves Abercrombie. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Glenn Baliles; son Glenn E. Baliles; sisters Ruth Jenkins, Maudell Anderson and Nellie Mae Ross; brothers George Abercrombie, Hubert Abercrombie and Johnny Abercrombie.
Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law Linda and Tommy Sisk, Dahlonega; daughter-in-law Lucy Baliles Carrier, Dahlonega; grandchildren Lorrie Westmoreland of Cleveland, Cindy Baliles of Jefferson, Tara Baliles of Dawsonville and Melanie and Mark Fortner of Dahlonega; great-grandchildren Ashley and Cody Pitts, Nathan Flanagan, Chase Westmoreland, Dylan Westmoreland, Tyler Westmoreland, Logan Fortner, Austin Arnold and Kinsley Arnold; great-great grandchildren Greyson Flanagan, Luke Flanagan, Cara Pitts and Cami Pitts; special friends Carrie Shope, Barbara Lawson, Pastor Bobby Whitmire, Tommy Burns, David Dillon and Bob Jones; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 AM Wednesday, July 3, 2019 at Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home Chapel. The Rev. Bobby Whitmire will officiate. Interment will follow in Antioch Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM Tuesday at the funeral home.
To share a memory of Mrs. Baliles or a condolence with the family visit andersonunderwood.com.
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