Larry Eugene Floyd: Obituary
Obituaries November 10, 2019
Mr. Larry Eugene Floyd, Sr., age 83, of Dahlonega passed away Saturday, November 9, 2019.
Mr. Floyd was born in Canton on July 19, 1936 to the late L. Eugene and Hallie Hudson Floyd. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his son Larry Eugene Floyd, Jr. Mr. Floyd attended college at the University of North Georgia in Dahlonega. He transferred to the University of Georgia in Athens and graduated from the School of Pharmacy. He was a member of the Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity. Mr. Floyd served in the United States Air Force Reserves for six years. He practiced pharmacy for more than 50 years much of which consisted of owning his own pharmacy, Stanford Drug Store in Cuthbert, GA.
After 33 years of serving his neighbors and friends in Cuthbert, Mr. and Mrs. Floyd retired and moved to Dahlonega, GA. He continued his practice at Dahlonega Pharmacy providing relief for the local druggist. Mr. Floyd loved the game of golf and playing his guitar. He loved his church, First Baptist Church of Cuthbert, where he served as a deacon, sang in the choir and was a member of the gospel quartet.
On December 28, 1958 Larry Eugene Floyd, Sr. married Betty Matthews Floyd and their marriage lasted for more than sixty years. Along with his wife, Mr. Floyd is survived by his daughter Rebecca Bonds, Dawsonville, and his granddaughter Helen Elizabeth “Betsy” Floyd, Columbus, GA.
Graveside services are scheduled for 2:30 PM Wednesday, November 13, 2019 at Dahlonega Memorial Park. The Rev. Chris Anderson will officiate. The family will receive friends from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM Wednesday at the funeral home.
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Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 10/20 – 10/26
Arrest Reports, Police & Government October 28, 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.
Ralph “Mike” DeLay: Obituary
Obituaries October 19, 2019
Ralph “Mike” DeLay age 80 of Murrayville passed away on October 16th, 2019. Mike was born in Atlanta, GA. and grew up in the Smyrna area. He attended Campbell High School and served in the Army. Mike loved coaching JAAA Little League in Jonesboro and did so for many years. He was a self made man and started his own business DeLay Plumbing Company. He was active in his Methodist church and adored his family and grandchildren, whom all were so special to him. Mike is survived by his wife of 47 years Phyllis E. DeLay, children W. Ray Parker, daughter in law Michele Parkel, daughter Kelli Scott, daughter in law Michael Delay, grandchildren, Dylan & Trent Parkel, Aron, Miranda, and Josh Scott, Jordan DeLay, Stephanie DeLay, Leeanna Tweed, Logan Tweed, great granddaughter Blaelyn, brother and sister in law David & Sharon DeLay.
A Memorial Service will be held on Monday October 21, 2019 at 11:30 am at Dahlonega Funeral Home military honors to be present and visitational reception to follow.
Online condolence at www.dahlonegafuneralhome.com
Arrangements by the professional staff of Dahlonega Funeral Home 20 Gibson Road Dahlonega, GA 30533 706-864-3683
John Kevin Brady: Obituary
Obituaries November 26, 2019
Mr. John Kevin Brady, age 64, of Murrayville, passed away Monday, November 25, 2019.
Complete funeral arrangements will be announced later by Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home of Dahlonega.
Roger Wayne Burns: Obituary
Obituaries November 10, 2019
Roger Wayne Burns age 72 of Dahlonega, passed away on November 7, 2019. Mr. Burns was a long time Dahlonega resident. Mr. Burns owned and operated his own construction and grading business. He loved his family and enjoyed working hard. He was an Army Veteran.
Mr. Burns is preceded in death by his parents Mary Elizabeth & Clayton Burns, and an infant sister. He is survived by his wife of 45 years Vicki Mincey Burns, his sons Chad & Jeffery Burns of Dahlonega, brother Ronald (Brenda) Burns of Suches, GA, sister Caroline (Loyd) Anderson of Dahlonega, granddaughter Cheyenne Burns, great granddaughters Alaina Burns and Maevrey Mabrey, numerous nieces and nephews also survive.
Family will receive friends on Saturday November 9, 2019 from 4pm until 9pm and again on Sunday from 10 am until 3pm. Funeral Services will be held on Sunday November 10, 2019 at 3pm in the chapel of Dahlonega Funeral Home, interment to follow at Hightower Baptist Church Cemetery in Dahlonega. Rev. Lyman Caldwell officiating with military honors at the cemetery.
Arrangements by the professional staff of Dahlonega Funeral Home 20 Gibson Road Dahlonega, GA 30533 706-864-DOVE (3683)
George Radcliffe “Cliffe” Rice III: Obituary
Obituaries October 19, 2019
November 26, 1949 – October 16, 2019
Full obit to follow
Edgar Eddington: Obituary
Obituaries December 17, 2019
Edgar Eddington
Full obit to follow
SERVICES
12:00 PM
Dahlonega Funeral Home
20 Gibson Road
Dahlonega, Georgia 30533
1:00 PM
Dahlonega Funeral Home
20 Gibson Road
Dahlonega, Georgia 30533
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Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 10/6 – 10/12
Arrest Reports, Police & Government October 14, 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.
Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 11/10 – 11/16
Arrest Reports, Police & Government November 18, 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 Anthony Dowdy: Obituary
Obituaries October 4, 2019
Mr. John Anthony Dowdy, age 60 of Villa Rica, passed away Thursday, October 3, 2019.
Mr. Dowdy was born in Lithonia, GA on May 30, 1959. He was preceded in death by his father John Wesley Dowdy. Mr. Dowdy loved fishing, enjoyed working and was proud of the projects and structures he worked on. He was a member of Hunters Creek Baptist Church, Carnesville, GA.
Survivors include his mother Joyce Railey, Newnan; daughter and son-in-law Emily and Adam White, Villa Rica; sister Lynn Harned, Lavonia; brother Noel Dowdy, Newnan; brother and sister-in-law Vincent and Sheila Dowdy, Maysville; several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
Funeral services are scheduled for 3:00 PM Sunday, October 6, 2019 at the chapel of Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home. The Rev. Tommy Childers, and the Rev. Kevin Couch will officiate. Interment will follow in Philippi Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 11:00 AM to service hour at the funeral home.
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Lena Mae Gaddis: Obituary
Obituaries September 29, 2019
Mrs. Lena Mae Gaddis, age 82, of Dahlonega passed away Thursday, September 26, 2019.
Mrs. Gaddis was born in Hall County on April 14, 1937 to the late Henry and Else Dorsey Howard. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Andrew Jewell “Gabby” Gaddis, sister and brother-in-law Frances and Leo Barrett, sisters Olivia Davis and Lilly Bell Thomas, and brothers Joe Howard and James Howard. Mrs. Gaddis was retired from the University of North Georgia. She loved her job and cared deeply for her colleagues and the students and cadets in her career at the University.
Always waiting to help and wanting to help, Mrs. Gaddis cared deeply for her family. She was a loving mother and grandmother and her grandchildren affectionately called her “Mimi”. Providing for her family was of utmost importance. Mrs. Gaddis loved gardening and canning her fresh vegetables and no one ever left her house hungry. All the advice she gave and the times she listened to her children and grandchildren will be forever cherished. Her response to joys in life was “Wow!”.
Survivors include her son and daughter in law Rev. Andy and Rhonda Gaddis, Cleveland; daughter Lesha Patterson, Dahlonega; daughter and son-in-law Kim and Robby Geist, Rockwell, North Carolina; son and daughter-in-law Sammy and Stephanie Gaddis, Kentucky; grandchildren Chad and Lauren Gaddis, Tommy and Lauren Gaddis, Jeremy Patterson, Nathan Etris, Kendra and Matt Sias, Ashley and Matt Kling, Sam Jr. and Taylor Gaddis, and Alayna Gaddis; great-grandchildren Wyatt Gaddis, Piper Gaddis, and Owen Gaddis; brother and sister-in-law Gordon and Andrea Howard, Dahlonega; brother Wayne Howard, Dahlonega; several nieces, nephews and other relatives.
Funeral services are scheduled for 3:00 PM Sunday, September 29, 2019 at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. The Rev. Kris Butler will officiate. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM Saturday at the funeral home.
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Sydney Shea Marcus: Obituary
Obituaries December 29, 2019
Sydney Shea Marcus, age 22, of Dahlonega, Georgia passed away Thursday, December 26, 2019. Arrangements will be updated by the professional staff of Dahlonega Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 20 Gibson Road, Dahlonega, Georgia 30533. www.dahlonegafuneralhome.com 706-864-DOVE (3683)
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LCHS announces upcoming REACH Adult Field Day event
Community, Education September 25, 2019
DAHLONEGA, GA
Leadership Lumpkin Class of 2019 and Lumpkin County High School will host the second annual REACH Adult Field Day event on March 28, 2020.
Leadership Lumpkin Class of 2019, partnered with Lumpkin County Schools, hosts the event and according to LLC’s social media page, “The mission of the Leadership Lumpkin County Class of 2019 is to have an indelible and positive impact on the Lumpkin County community by advancing the post-secondary educational opportunities for these local students…We believe that by seeking collaboration with local businesses, community members, and sponsors, we will have a progressive impact on the future of our children. held each year to raise money in order to help underprivileged Lumpkin County students excel academically and reach their future goals.”
Last year, over 53% of LC students received free or reduced lunches, 150 students were homeless, and Lumpkin County had approximately 25% of their students receive a college or technical college post-secondary education. LCHS assistant principal, Jason Lemley, told FYN, “We have a goal to raise $20,000 this year! We raised over $15,000 last year, and we are confident we can get to 20K. We already have our first sponsor, and we will be reaching out to many others soon. Last year was a great first year, and we want this to grow year after year. Even if you don’t participate on a team, come out and enjoy the hilarious “talent” and join us for a day of fun!”
The event will be at the Lumpkin County High School. For more information, contact Mr. Lemley at LCHS.
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Ricky Peck: Obituary
Obituaries December 29, 2019
Ricky Peck
Patricia Prichard: Obituary
Obituaries November 6, 2019
October 23, 1956 – November 03, 2019
Full obit to follow
Ruthie “Mama Ruthie” Holland Robertson: Obituary
Obituaries October 17, 2019
Mrs. Ruthie “Mama Ruthie” Holland Robertson, age 81, of Dahlonega passed away Wednesday, October 16, 2019.
Mrs. Robertson was born in Lumpkin County on September 22, 1938 to the late Leon and Mary Sullens. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husbands Marvin Fields and Robert Robertson and brother Willie Dee Sullens. Mrs. Robertson was faithful in preaching jail ministry for 21 years and loved playing the washboard in church.
Survivors include her sons and daughters-in-laws Douglas and Charlotte Fields, Gainesville, Michael and Lucille Fields, Gainesville, Tony and Liz Fields, Dahlonega, Kenny and Wanda Fields, Cumming, and Stanley and Nellie Fields, Dawsonville; son Troy Fields, Gainesville; sisters Cora Ash, and Elizabeth Arrowood; sister and brother-in-law Arlene and Harold Ivey; brothers and sisters-in-laws Clarence and Inez Sullens, Ernest and Buffy Sullen, and Curtis and Ann Sullens; 16 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; several nieces, nephews and other relatives.
Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 AM Friday, October 18, 2019 at the chapel of Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home. The Rev. James Wilbanks and the Rev. Ray Strickland will officiate. Interment will follow at Word of Life Pentecostal Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM Thursday at the funeral home.
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