UNG men’s tennis team claims Peach Belt win
Sports March 22, 2019
DAHLONEGA, GA
According to the University of North Georgia Athletics Department, the UNG men’s tennis team claimed a big Peach Belt Conference win Thursday, as they took out No. 13 Georgia College. The Conference was held at the UNG Tennis Complex, located at Yahoola Creek. The win bumped UNG 7-1 on the season, and 2-0 in league play.
During the doubles tournaments, the Nighthawks won the No. 3 and No. 2 spots. Singles was more challenging, as the Bobcats came out fighting, resulting in a 2-1 loss for UNG. The Nighthawks will travel to Orlando for a four-game road trip.
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UNG women’s basketball team named Southeast Region Champions
University of North Georgia March 19, 2019
LUMPKIN CO., GA
According to a press release from the University of North Georgia Press, No. 20 University of North Georgia women’s basketball team can call themselves Southeast Region Champions, for the first time in the NCAA era, as they beat Lander, 73-62, in the regional final at Anderson’s Abney Center.
Lander took an early lead as the Nighthawks struggled to knock down shots in the opening minutes, but North Georgia stormed back, cutting the lead to three after the first period. North Georgia took the lead in the opening minutes of the second quarter as part of a 12-0 run, 17-16.
From there, North Georgia never surrendered the lead, even though Lander tied the game twice in the second quarter. The Bearcats brought the game to within five with 1:30 left in the fourth quarter, but the Nighthawks finished the game on a 6-0 run to claim the regional trophy. The women’s basketball program becomes the fifth program at UNG to make it to the NCAA Division II National Championship round, joining the baseball, cross country, softball and women’s tennis programs.
The Nighthawks were 23-of-29 from the free throw line, while the Bearcats were just 7-for-11.
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Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 03/11 to 03/17
Arrest Reports March 18, 2019
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Carolyn Hill: Obituary
Obituaries March 14, 2019
Carolyn Hill
April 25, 1936 – March 8, 2019
Carolyn Prickett Hill, 82, of Gainesville and formally of Dahlonega entered into eternal rest at her residence March 8, 2019. Carolyn was born April 25, 1936 in Harrison Arkansas, the daughter of the late Thomas Oscar Prickett (1896-1981) & Nannie Cady Varner Prickett (1894-1954). Or as she would say, “I was born in Arkansas to Georgia parents.”
Carolyn met the love of her life, Theron Haines Hill, while they were students at North Georgia College. Upon Haines’ graduatio…n from NGC, they were married June 10, 1956, and the couple began their life as a military family, traveling extensively across the United States, Europe and the Middle East. They had two children, Jeri and Keith.
The Hills returned to NGC in 1980 to finish his 28 years of active duty service in the US Army, as Professor of Military Science. The Hills were devout members of the Methodist Church and have always been active in the communities they lived in, including many philanthropic endeavors.
Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, and her step mother, Alice L Kilpatrick Baity Prickett (1906-1995)
Survivors include her husband of 62 years, two children, daughter, Jeri Lynn (Mike) McGhee, son, Keith Haines (Lisa) Hill, four grandchildren, Erin Lynn (Matt Durham) McGhee, Travis McGhee, Cassidy Diane (Steven) Kronenburg, Tyler Haines (Jessie) Hill, and five great-grandchildren; Bryce, Nolan, Evelynne, Kaden, Colton,
Carolyn will be greatly missed by her loving family and her many friends.
Arrangements are in the charge of McDonald Funeral Home of Dahlonega Georgia. A celebration of life will be 1pm Saturday March 16, 2019 at Dahlonega United Methodist Church, 107 S Park St., Dahlonega, GA 30533. The family will receive friends immediately following the service. Interment will be at a later date with the immediate family.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggest donations be made in her name to The Carolyn Hill Softball Scholarship @ the University of North Georgia, P O Box 1599, Dahlonega GA, 30533
Kathy Davis: Obituary
Obituaries March 14, 2019
Kathy Davis
February 25, 1954 – February 16, 2019
Kathy Sarah Davis age 65 of Dahlonega passed away on February 16, 2019. She was a lifelong Dahlonega resident and member of Set Free Church. She loved drinking coffee and talking with her family and friends.
Ms. Davis is preceded in death by her parents Fred Davis and Lula Sandford Davis, her former husband Mack Mitchell Davis, sons Timothy and Gary Wayne Davis, siblings Vickie Bruce, Virginia Beasley, Carlton Davis, Charles Davis, and Betty Lou Davis.
Ms. Davis is survived by her daughter Becky Davis, her brother Grady Davis and numerous other nieces and nephews.
Funeral Service will be held on Thursday February 21, 2019 at 6pm. Family will receive friends from 12pm until service time on Thursday.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.dahlonegafuneralhome.com
Arrangements by the professional staff of Dahlonega Funeral Home 20 Gibson Road Dahlonega, GA 706-864-DOVE (3683) A division of McDonald Family Funeral Homes.
J.B. Ash: Obituary
Obituaries March 14, 2019
J.B. Ash
February 08, 1939 – February 13, 2019
Mr. J.B. Ash, age 80, of Dahlonega passed away Wednesday, February 13, 2019.
J.B. was born in Lithonia on February 8, 1939 to the late Hyatt L. and Maudell Reece Ash. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother Leonard Ash, son-in-law Bryan Swain, and his granddaughter Annah Faith Robinson. J.B. served his country honorably in the United States Army. He will be greatly missed by his friend and sidekick “Emme” his Shih Tzu. J.B. was retired from Orkin Pest Control with 34 years of dedicated service to his customers. He had worked for several years with Coppermine Pest Control serving Lumpkin County and White County school systems and he was a part-time funeral assistant with Alexander Funeral Home. J.B. was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He was a member of Mt. Gilead Baptist Church.
Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Jo Ash; daughter Dawn Swain; daughter and son-in-law Melissa and Joel Robinson; grandchildren Andrew Swain and Emilee Robinson; sister Mary Ann Arrington; several nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 PM Saturday, February 16, 2019 at Mt. Gilead Baptist Church. The Rev. Phillip Robinson, the Rev. Tim Hicks, and the Rev. Les Fuller will officiate. Interment will follow in the church cemetery with military honors and the Rev. Roger Dunagan will be officiating. The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM Friday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers the family requests that contributions be made to Mt. Gilead Baptist Church Building Fund.
To share a memory of J.B. or a condolence with the family visit andersonunderwood.com.
Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home of Dahlonega, formerly Banister Funeral Home
UNG men’s basketball falls to Young Harris
University of North Georgia February 15, 2019
LUMPKIN CO., GA
According to the University of North Georgia Athletic Department, the UNG men’s basketball team suffered an upset against Young Harris Wednesday, despite UNG sophomore, Jack Howard, reaching a career high of 23 points.
Photo courtesy of UNG Athletics
The Nighthawks started with a 16-3 lead, but the Mountain Lions managed to gain a four-point lead by the end of the first half. Young Harris came out of the half with a strong guard of the three-point line. UNG hit 14 of 34 three-point attempts.
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James Robert Wright: Obituary
Obituaries February 14, 2019
James Robert Wright
June 15, 1947 – February 05, 2019
Mr. James Robert Wright, age 71 of Dahlonega GA passed away on Tuesday February 5th at his residence. Born in Fulton County on June 15, 1947 to parents Robert Wiley Wright and Mary Clara Wilson Wright. James was a lifelong resident of Roswell and Dahlonega area. He went to Roswell Elementary and Roswell High School.
James was a veteran and proudly served in the Army, Air National Guard and Air Force. He was an honor graduate of the Communication and Southern Company Services.
He was a member of Masonic Lodge 129 of Roswell, GA being the sixth generation to join Roswell Lodge with his third great grandfather joining in the 1840’s.
In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by his wife Betty Lou Dempsey Wright. He is survived by his sisters, Mary Janelle Anderson of Nichols, GA, Nancy Carol Wood of Cumming, GA, and Elizabeth Claire Garrett of Roswell, GA, his daughter Bonnie Rebecca Morning and son in law Thomas Morning, grandchildren Zachary Morning and Marlee Morning of Powder Springs, GA. Many other relatives also survive.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday February 9th, 2019 at 1pm in the Chapel of Dahlonega Funeral Home with Rev. Joseph (Bo) Robinson officiating. The family will receive friends from 11am until service time on Saturday. In lieu of flowers give to your local Humane Society.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.dahlonegafuneralhome.com
Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 01/21 to 01/27
Arrest Reports January 30, 2019
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Jenny Elaine Conner: Obituary
Obituaries January 25, 2019Jenny Elaine Conner
August 13, 1955 – January 19, 2019
Mrs. Jenny Elaine Conner, age 63, of Dahlonega passed away Saturday, January 19, 2019.
Jenny was born in Lumpkin County on August 13, 1955 to the late Carlton and Alice Reid Tate. She was a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church where she served as the pianist. Jenny was retired from Lumpkin County School System where she taught 8th Grade Social Studies. She was a loving mother and grandmother who loved and adored her family. Jenny loved Jesus with all her heart and was a selfless person putting others before herself.
Survivors include her husband of 41 years, Donald Conner; sons and daughters-in-law Jarad and Jessica Conner and Jeremy and Brittani Conner; grandson Paxton Conner; granddaughter Jacie Conner, all of Dahlonega.
Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 AM Tuesday at Bethlehem Baptist Church. The Rev. Michael Rodgers and the Rev. Nelson Conner will officiate. Interment will follow in Bethlehem-Jones Chapel Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM Monday at the funeral home.
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Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home of Dahlonega, formerly Banister Funeral Home
Herman Talmadge Sullens: Obituary
Obituaries January 25, 2019Herman Talmadge Sullens
July 02, 1949 – January 18, 2019
Mr. Herman Talmadge Sullens, age 69, of Murrayville passed away Friday, January 18, 2019.
Mr. Sullens was born on July 2, 1949 to the late James Edward and Betty Jane Sullens. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his son Tommy Stephens, daughter Cheryl Sisk, stepson Robert Wayne, brothers Sylvester Sisk and Chub Sullens, and sisters Velva Bruce and Joan Stephens. Herman was a family man and he loved being retired and gardening and yard selling.
Survivors include his spouse Frances Sullens, Murrayville; daughters Wanda Stockton, Dahlonega, Terry Walker, Gainesville, and Patricia Ballard, Gainesville; daughters and sons-in-law Teresa and Jerry Deyton, Gainesville, and Lisa and Billy Farr, Gainesville;son and daughter-in-law Shane and Tonya Peck, Dahlonega; sisters and brothers-in-law Lucy and Jim Carrier, Dahlonega, and Virginia and Robert Gibson, Dahlonega; brother and sister-in-law Tommy and Linda Sisk; 17 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; several nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 PM Monday, January 21, 2019 at the chapel of Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home. The Rev. Jerry Deyton and the Rev. Timmy Sullens will officiate. Interment will follow in Browns Chapel Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5:00-9:00 PM on Sunday at the funeral home.
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Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home of Dahlonega, formerly Banister Funeral Home
Jerry Lee Babb: Obituary
Obituaries January 25, 2019
Jerry Lee Babb
June 16, 1934 – January 14, 2019
Mr. Jerry Lee Babb, age 84, of Hartwell, GA passed away Monday, January 14, 2019.
Jerry was born on June 16, 1934 to the late Lloyd and Nora Babb. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Faye Gooch Babb, brothers Charles Babb and David Babb, and sister Mary Warren. Jerry was a member of Faith Lutheran Church in Hartwell, GA. He loved going fishing and was a loving husband, father and “Grandpa”.
Survivors include his daughters and sons in law Candice and Thomas Atkinson, Royston; and Charis and Ronnie Ard, Royston; grandchildren Melinda Atkinson, Hannah Maddox (Robert), Kelsi Ard and Nicolas Ard (Kristi); great grandchildren Aria Maddox, Everly Maddox, Alex Ard and Nathaniel Ard; brother Robert Babb, Greensboro, NC.
A graveside service will be held Wednesday, January 16, 2019 at 11:00 AM at Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church.
To share a memory of Jerry or a condolence with the family visit andersonunderwood.com.
Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home of Dahlonega, formerly Banister Funeral Home
Betty Jo Satterfield: Obituary
Obituaries January 15, 2019
July 04, 1939 – January 01, 2019
Betty Jo (Bryant) Satterfield, age 79, of Dahlonega, Georgia passed away Tuesday, January 1, 2019.She was of Seventh Day Adventist faith. Funeral service will be 2pm Sunday, January 6, 2019 in the Chapel of Dahlonega Funeral Home. Dr. Roger Mace and Rev. David Ryder officiating. Interment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery in Dahlonega. Mrs. Satterfield was preceded in death by her parents Thomas and Mellie (Chastain) Bryant ; brothers Homer Bryant and Arthur Bryant. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Wendell Satterfield; children Melanie (George) Graves; Kay Farmer; Wendy (Tim) Smith; twin sister Billie Jean “Jackie” Gayken; grandchildren Grant (Riley) Graves; Brittany (Billy) Saunders; Trey Farmer; Caitlyn (Corey) Knight; Hunter Smith; and five great granddaughters. Betty Jo was of the Seventh Day Adventist Faith. The family will receive friends Saturday, January 5, 2019 from 2pm-4pm and 5pm -8pm at Dahlonega Funeral Home, 20 Gibson Road, Dahlonega, Georgia 30533. 706-864-3683. www.dahlonegafuneralhome.com
Denise Renee Head: Obituary
Obituaries January 15, 2019
July 26, 1965 – January 01, 2019
Mrs. Denise Renee Head, age 53, of Dahlonega passed away Tuesday, January 1, 2019.
Renee was born in Hall County on July 26, 1965. She is preceded in death by her maternal grandparents Reid and Virginia Greenway and paternal grandparents Elmer and Lucy Head. Renee was a loving mother and grandmother. Her grandchildren affectionately called her “Nanny”. Renee loved to fish and sing. She was a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church.
Survivors include her son Brandon Duff (Savanna Ballard), Villa Rica; daughter Whitney Duff (April), Dahlonega; grandchildren Aubrey Duff, Ansley Rogers, Sarah Duff, and Brooke Duff; mother and step-father Janice and Billy Williams, Dahlonega; father and step-mother Dude and Pat Head, Dahlonega; boyfriend and his son Waymon Earls and Blake Earls, Martin.
Funeral services are scheduled for 3:00 PM Sunday at the chapel of Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home. The Rev. Lyman Caldwell and the Rev. Kris Butler will officiate. Interment will follow in Jones Chapel-Bethlehem Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM Saturday at the funeral home.
To share a memory of Renee or a condolence with the family visit andersonunderwood.com.
Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home of Dahlonega, formerly Banister Funeral Home
Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 12/30 to 01/06
Arrest Reports January 7, 2019
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Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 12/22 to 12/27
Arrest Reports December 28, 2018
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