Dennis Lee Blackwell

May 17, 1953 – March 13, 2019

Mr. Dennis Lee Blackwell, age 65, of Dahlonega passed away Wednesday, March 13, 2019.

Mr. Blackwell was a native and lifelong resident of Lumpkin County. He was born on May 17, 1953 to the late Carl and Margaret Sullens Blackwell. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his grandson Tylor Massey, brother James Blackwell, and niece Jill Tolbert. Mr. Blackwell drove many miles to provide for his family as a truck driver and he was a member of Living Waters Church.

Survivors include his wife Janice Blackwell; daughters and sons-in-law Shelia and Brian Groves, Pendergrass, and Sirena and Clint George, Dahlonega; sisters and brothers-in-law Barbara and Randy Zidler, Savannah, and Patsy and Lewis Ford, Homer; grandchildren Tiffany Savage, Jacie George, and Keli George; niece Crystal Stephens and nephew Victor Ledford.

Funeral services are scheduled for 2:30 PM Saturday, March 16, 2019 at the chapel of Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home. The Rev. Tim Sullens will officiate. Interment will follow in Philippi Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 11:00 AM until the service hour on Saturday.

In lieu of flowers the family requests, because of Dennis’ love for science, that contributions be made to the Lumpkin County High School Science Department.

To share a memory of Dennis or a condolence with the family visit andersonunderwood.com.

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Timothy Wayne Wyatt

August 29, 1964 – March 09, 2019

Timothy Wayne Wyatt, age 54, of Dahlonega was called home to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 9, 2019. Tim was born August 29, 1964 in Bristol, Tennessee and had lived in Lumpkin County for the past seventeen years. He was a graduate of Etowah High School and was employed by Global Electronic Services as an Electronics Technician. Tim served his country honorably in the United States Army. He was a member of Concord at Dahlonega Baptist Church.

Tim is survived by his wife of eighteen years, Carin O’Donnell Wyatt; children Kayla Wyatt, Noah Wyatt, Emily Wyatt, Sara Wyatt and Micah Wyatt, all of Dahlonega; parents Herbert P. and Karen Kirk Wyatt, Woodstock, GA; and sister Tracy Wyatt Cole, Acworth, GA. Other relatives also survive.

A graveside service with military honors will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, March 13, 2019 at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Dahlonega with Rev. Jeff Pulliam officiating. No visitation is planned.

In lieu of flowers memorials in Tim’s name may be made to Concord at Dahlonega Baptist Church, P.O. Box 190, Clermont, GA 30528.

To share a memory of Tim or a condolence with the family visit andersonunderwood.com.

Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home of Dahlonega, formerly Banister Funeral Home, is in charge of arrangements.

Joan Grainger

March 20, 1937 – January 17, 2019

Patricia “Joan” Grainger
Born 3-20-1937
Died January 17, 2019

She was preceded in death by her husband, James P. Grainger, her mother, Etta Mae Hightower, her son and daughter in law, Daniel and Donna Grainger.

She is survived by her daughters and son-in-laws, Donna and Raymond Posey, Dina and Wade Warcop, Dale and Scott Lenney. Grandchildren , Matthew Beazley and fiancée Beth Maxie, Jonathan Beazley, Jordan and Marjie Posey, Drew and Judy Grainger, Samantha and Paul DeBoer, Bo and Brittany Mize, Bailey and Phillip Garrison, Cole Warcop, Rachel and Kyle Garcia, eight amazing great grand sons and ten delightful great grand daughters and many other family members and close friends.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to Christ Fellowship Church Dawsonville Mission Fund or Set Free Church Dawsonville Youth Fund.

Wetaunah Cates

January 14, 1954 – January 16, 2019

Mrs. Wetaunah “Tonnie” Cates, age 65, of Dawsonville passed away Wednesday, January 16, 2019.

Tonnie was born in Seymour, IN on January 14, 1954 to the late William and Patricia Morris Coker.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Larry Cates, grandson Christopher Dover, and sisters Billy Kay Coker, and Tina Marie Warren.  Tonnie was retired from Polly Portables where she worked as the office manager.

Survivors include her daughters Sherry Lynn Cates, and Kristina Cates; son Timothy Cates, all of Dawsonville; brothers Mark Morris, William Lee Coker, David Coker, Gary Coker and Brian Coker; several nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 PM Sunday, January 20, 2019 at the chapel of Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home.  The Rev. Jeff Parrington and the Rev. Brian Smith will officiate.  Interment will follow in Antioch Baptist Church Cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM Saturday at the funeral home.

To share a memory of Tonnie or a condolence with the family visit andersonunderwood.com.

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January 16, 1970 – January 03, 2019

Mrs. Tammy Lynn Hardigree, age 48, of Dahlonega passed away Thursday, January 3, 2019.

Tammy was born in Atlanta, GA on January 16, 1970.  She is preceded in death by her dad Hoyt Castle Hardigree.  Tammy was a loving mother and grandmother.  Tanning on the beach was her favorite pastime and next to that she enjoyed eating good food.  She was deeply loved by her family and will be missed.

Survivors include her husband Michael Waters; daughter Tristin Stepp; granddaughters Audrina Bell and Aria Harrison; brother Jeff Hardigree; mother Juanita Hardigree; and special friend Bonnie Henderson.

Tammy’s wishes were to be cremated.

To share a memory of Tammy or a condolence with the family visit andersonunderwood.com.

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July 15, 1963 – December 22, 2018

Mrs. Anna Marie Seabolt, age 55, of Dahlonega passed away Saturday, December 22, 2018.

Anna was born in Gilmer County on July 15, 1963 to the late James Marvin and Bessie Lou Brown Tuggle.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Hoyt Seabolt, brother James Tuggle, and sister Cindy Stancil.  Anna was employed at the University of North Georgia.  She was loved and adored by her University of North Georgia family and the basketball teams benefited greatly from her generosity with her homemade pecan pies.  Anna was outgoing and never met a stranger, whether she was talking to friends whom she had just met or friends she had known for a life time.  She worked at the Wagon Wheel Restaurant for some time and cared for all of the people that she served there.

Anna was a caregiver.  That was who she was in her heart.  She cared for her current in-laws while loving her children and grandchildren and she was very active in their lives.  Affectionately called “Nanny” by her grandchildren, Anna loved them unconditionally.  From baseball games to taking them on a vacation by herself, she was always a part of what her grandchildren were doing.  Anna was a loving mother and she always made sure her children were okay.  She had her own special way of checking on them.  One most recent proud moment of Anna’s life, just days before the Lord called her home, was seeing her youngest daughter graduate from the University of North Georgia.

Survivors include her husband of 28 years James Shoffeitt; daughter and son-in-law Misty and Morgan Caldwell; son and daughter-in-law Jeremy Seabolt and Genie Robertson; daughter Jordan Shoffeitt, all of Dahlonega; grandchildren Jordan Caldwell, Connor Caldwell, Noah Caldwell, and Tesha Robertson; brother and sister-in-law Mike and Debbie Tuggle, Cleveland; and brother Bobby Tuggle, Dahlonega.

Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 AM Friday, December 28, 2018 at the chapel of Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home.  The Rev. Kris Butler and the Rev. Shane Caldwell will officiate.  Interment will follow in Yahoola Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM Thursday at the funeral home.

To share a memory of Anna or a condolence with the family visit andersonunderwood.com.

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February 17, 1931 – December 03, 2018

Mrs. Lois Lingerfelt Beck Arthur, age 87, of Dahlonega, passed away Monday, December 3, 2018.

Mrs. Arthur was born in Lumpkin County on February 17, 1931 to the late Marion Cicero Lingerfelt, Sr. and Madge Mincey Lingerfelt. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Robert Keese Arthur; sisters Doris Dillon, Edna Tate, and Bonnie Gardner; brothers Ben Lingerfelt, Hubert Lingerfelt, Ronald Lingerfelt, M.C. Lingerfelt, J. B. Lingerfelt, Gene Lingerfelt and Ralph Lingerfelt. Mrs. Author was a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church. She fulfilled her calling in life in caring for people, especially during times of loss. Lois provided many delicious desserts and dishes to comfort many families. The holidays will continue to hold many precious memories for her family as it was then that Lois always baked her famous oatmeal cookies.

Mrs. Arthur is survived by her last sibling and her husband Joyce and David Mize of Dacula; sisters in law Bonnie Lingerfelt and Juhline Lingerfelt, both of Dahlonega; and her special nephew Jeffrey Lingerfelt, of Dahlonega; numerous other nieces, nephews and other relatives also survive.

Funeral Services are scheduled for 2:00 PM Thursday, December 6, 2018 in the chapel of Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home. The Rev. Michael Rodgers and the Rev. Lamar Day will officiate. Interment will follow in the Bethlehem Jones Chapel Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM Wednesday at the funeral home.

To share a memory of Mrs. Arthur or a condolence with the family visit andersonunderwood.com.

Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home of Dahlonega, formerly Banister Funeral Home

March 13, 1953 – November 14, 2018

Mrs. Emma JoAnn Abercrombie, age 65, of Murrayville passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on Wednesday, November 14, 2018.

JoAnn was born on March 13, 1953 to the late O.L. and Adell Underwood Hatcher.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brothers Johnny Hatcher, Tommy Hatcher, Jim Hatcher, and Perry Hatcher.  JoAnn was a loving wife and mother.  Her grandchildren affectionately called her “Gramma”.  JoAnn had the heart of a teacher making sure all the children could tell time, spell their names, and read.  She helped so many to get their start at the basics and then to excel in life.  JoAnn was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church #2.

Survivors include her husband Upton Abercrombie; son and daughter in law Shadrick and Vikki Abercrombie; daughter and son in law Shalece and Phillip Mull; grandchildren Baily Abercrombie, Kinlee Abercrombie, Kylee Abercrombie, Caleb Chastain, Braylen Chastain, and Kailyn Mull; great granddaughter Amelia Brookshire, all of Murrayville; brother and sister in law Benny and Maxine Hatcher, Gainesville; sister Bea Moss, Dawsonville; sister and brother in law Eula and Gene Parker; sister Ellon England, both of Murrayville; sisters and brothers in law Helen and Floyd Tanner, and Joyce and Clifton Chester, both of Dawsonville; brother and sister in law Jerry and Peggy Hatcher, Dahlonega; sister and brother in law Patsy and Mike Sherwood, Murrayville; sister in law Shirley Pace; sister in law and brother in law Una Abercrombie and John Lilac, both of Murrayville; several nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

Funeral services are scheduled for 3:00 PM Sunday, November 18, 2018 in the chapel of Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home. The Rev. Stephen Gerrells will officiate and a eulogy will be given by Baily Abercrombie.  Interment will follow in Mt. Zion Baptist Church #2 Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM Saturday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that contributions be made to the Alzheimer Association act.alz.org/site/Donation or the Mt. Zion Baptist Church #2 Building Fund, c/o Randall Chambers, 1573 Major Abercrombie Circle, Murrayville, GA 30564.

To share a memory of JoAnn or a condolence with the family visit andersonunderwood.com

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Jerry Boatfield

February 09, 1937 – May 15, 2019

Mr. Jerry W. Boatfield, age 82, of Dahlonega passed away Wednesday, May 15, 2019.

Mr. Boatfield was a native and lifelong resident of Lumpkin County. He was born on February 9, 1937 to the late Paul and Loudelle Moose Boatfield. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his son Michael Boatfield, sisters Marginia Grizzle and Fannie Dye, brothers Louie Boatfield and David Boatfield. Mr. Boatfield retired from the Wimpy Mill Road Water Plant. He was a member of Cherry Log Baptist Church. Mr. Boatfield loved to take trips to the beach and see the ocean. He was affectionately called “Pop” by his grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife of 62 years Shirley Boatfield; daughter and son-in-law Sherry and Lewis Smith; son and daughter-in-law Jeff and Sherry Boatfield; son Robert Boatfield; grandchildren Kimberly Sutton, and Alisha and Mitchell Garrett; great-grandchildren Paigelynn Morris, Allen Morris, Lilly Garrett, and Maddie Garrett, all of Dahlonega; several nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 PM Monday, May 20, 2019 at the chapel of Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home. The Rev. Phillip Robinson and the Rev. Lyman Caldwell will officiate. Interment will follow in Mt. Hope Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM Sunday at the funeral home.

To share a memory of Mr. Boatfield or a condolence with the family visit andersonunderwood.com.

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Johnny Ray Hood

March 29, 1960 – May 08, 2019

Mr. Johnny Ray Hood, age 59, of Dahlonega passed away Wednesday, May 8, 2019.

Johnny was born in Duluth on March 29, 1960 to the late Harold Hunter and Lillie Mae Scott. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Lisa Hood. Johnny was a truck driver for Thomas Concrete. He was a hard worker and loved to provide for his family. Johnny loved his grandchildren and they called him “Papa Johnny”. He was an avid NASCAR fan. For his pastime Johnny loved to play poker, gamble, attend auctions, and yard sales.

Survivors include his daughters Christie Payne (James Lee Berry), Dahlonega, and Tina Weaver (Cory), Gainesville; sons Michael Hood (Haley), Dahlonega, and Terry Hood (Ashley), Gainesville; daughter Sharon Christy (Randy), Dahlonega; brother Emmett Hunter (Denise), Grantville; thirteen grandchildren; cousins Randy Hood, Douglasville, Ronnie Hood, Smyrna, and Donna Davis (Steve), Alabama; aunt Sue Hood, Douglasville; and other relatives.

A memorial service for Johnny will be 2:00 PM Saturday, May 11, 2019 at the chapel of Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home. The Rev. Terry Hood and the Rev. Ronnie Hood will officiate. Johnny’s wishes were to be cremated.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that contributions be made to help with final expenses.

To share a memory of Johnny or a condolence with the family visit andersonunderwood.com.

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Madge Whelchel

May 05, 1935 – May 04, 2019

Mrs. Madge Whelchel, age 83, of Dahlonega passed away May 4, 2019.

Mrs. Whelchel was born on May 5, 1935 to the late Luster and Ruby Smith Grant. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Joe D. Whelchel; son John William Whelchel; sons-in-law Bill Hanson and Jimmy Early; sisters Nadine Holland, and Bernice Reeves; and brother Theo Grant. Mrs. Whelchel was a member of Auraria Community Club and American Legion Ladies Auxiliary. She loved playing the guitar. Mrs. Whelchel was a member of Etowah Baptist Church.

Survivors include her daughters Brenda Anne Hanson, Dahlonega, and Martha Elliott Early, Blairsville; daughters and sons-in-law Rhonda Whelchel Huckeba and Carl Stowers, Dawsonville, and Carolyn and Big John McMahan, Sweetwater, TN; brother and sister-in-law Wayne and Sally Faye Grant; two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren also survive.

Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 PM Monday May 6, 2019 at Etowah Baptist Church. The Rev. Sam Rawlins will officiate. Interment will follow in the Etowah Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Monday at the funeral home.

To share a memory of Mrs. Whelchel or a condolence with the family visit andersonunderwood.com.

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Roy Polaske

November 20, 1947 – March 10, 2019

Roy Joseph Polaske, age 71, of Dahlonega, Georgia passed away Saturday, March 9, 2019. Visitation will be from 11AM to 4PM, Thursday, March 14, 2019, with a Celebration of Life Service at 4PM in the Chapel of Dahlonega Funeral Home. Mr. Polaske loved football and poker, most especially Texas Hold’em. He is survived by his life partner of 16 years Gail Sosebee, of Dahlonega, Georgia; sons and daughters-in-law Roy Polaske, of Denver, Colorado; Tracy and Tracy Lynn Polaske, of Port St Lucie, Florida; Michael and Chris Polaske, of Cutback, Montana; daughter and son-in-law April and Robert Stivers, of Hollywood Seminole Indian Reservation, Florida; brothers and sister-in-law Rick Konover, of Polacka, Florida; Neil and Sheri Polaske, of New Port Richey, Florida; sister and brother-in-law Ava and Galen Fudge, of Baton Rouge Louisiana; grandchildren Robert Polaske; Tyler Polaske; Laura Polaske; Kayla Polaske; Katie Milton; Austin Polaske; Aaron Polaske; Michael Polaske-Canaveral; Dominick Josef Reid; Ginamarie Flores; Elizabeth Reid; 15 great grandchildren and many other extended family members also survive. Care and trust placed in Dahlonega Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 20 Gibson Road, Dahlonega, Georgia 30533. 706-864-DOVE (3683)

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Willa Koretz

May 15, 1949 – February 21, 2019

Pending Arrangements

Mildred Cowart Freeman

October 06, 1929 – February 25, 2019

Mrs. Mildred Cowart Freeman, age 89, of Dahlonega passed away Monday, February 25, 2019.

Mrs. Freeman was born in Cumming on October 6, 1929 to the late William Guy Cowart and Nola Cowart Miles. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Billy D. Freeman, son-in-law Robert Jack Peck, grandson-in-law Cecil Peels, brothers James Cowart and Lloyd Cowart. Mrs. Freeman was a seamstress and homemaker. She was a member of the First Christian Church of Adairsville. Mrs. Freeman faithfully attended Yellow Creek Baptist Church and she was an active member of the Yellow Creek Ladies Goodwill Circle. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, and she was affectionately called “Mawmaw”.

Survivors include her daughter Patricia Ann Peck, Dahlonega; son and daughter-in-law Charles Marion Freeman and Sherry Lynn Sutton; grandchildren Stephanie and Jerald Sargent Jr., Tracie and Jeremy Grizzle, Trina and Casey Jones, Christy Peels, Deeann Freeman, and Tonya and Ryan Brown; great-grandchildren Drew Sargent, Madison Peels, Haleigh Sargent, Jordan Jones, Carson Peels, Autumn Freeman, Gavin Grizzle, Emma Kate Brown, Peytyn Freeman, Bella Freeman, Enslee Brown, Colton Jones, and Gabriella Grizzle; ex-daughter-in-law Barbara Freeman; several nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

Funeral services are scheduled for 3:00 PM Friday, March 1, 2019 at the Yellow Creek Baptist Church. The Rev. Steve Barrett and the Rev. Jason Buffington will officiate. Interment will follow in Sawnee View Gardens. The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM Thursday at the funeral home.

Flowers are optional or you may make contributions to CHOA at give.choa.org.

To share a memory of Mrs. Freeman or a condolence with the family visit andersonunderwood.com.

Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home of Dahlonega, formerly Banister Funeral Home