Walter Donald Anderson: Obituary
Obituaries August 13, 2019
Mr. Walter Donald Anderson, age 78, of Dahlonega passed away Monday, August 12, 2019.
Mr. Anderson was a native and lifelong resident of Lumpkin County. He was born on November 26, 1940 to the late Elmer Carl and Willie Mae Early Anderson. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his daughters Donna Butler and Rhonda Stephenson; his sister Brenda Grizzle; and his brother Heyward Anderson.
Mr. Anderson retired as a truck driver and he was a member of Cavender Creek Baptist Church.
Survivors include his grandchildren Jonathan and Danielle Butler, Jade and Will Gates, Adam and Holly Ray, and Reanna and Dillion Brown; great-grandchildren Jase Butler, Kade Butler, Beau Butler, Kayton Gates, and Mason Ray; brothers and sisters-in-law Tony and Susan Anderson, Melvin and Deborah Anderson, and Dudley and Suzanne Anderson; sister-in-law Joyce Anderson; brother-in-law Tracy Grizzle; several nieces, nephews and other relatives.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 PM Wednesday, August 14, 2019 at the chapel of Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home. The Rev. Stephen Adams will officiate. Interment will follow in Cavender Creek Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 11:00 AM until the funeral hour Wednesday at the funeral home.
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Aligene Abercrombie Costello: Obituary
Obituaries August 8, 2019
Aligene Abercrombie Costello passed away August 4, 2019 in Atlanta, GA. She was born in Dahlonega, GA on January 19, 1930 to T.E. Abercrombie and Ruby Martin.
Aligene graduated from North Georgia College having begun her studies there at the age of 16. Upon graduating, she went to Atlanta and began a long career with First National Bank of Atlanta, (later Wachovia Bank). She married Thomas Costello and they had one child, Sara Ann Costello.
Memorial services will be held on Wednesday, August 7, 2019 at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 3773 Chamblee Tucker Road, Atlanta, GA 30341 with Father Patrick Kingery officiating. Mass will begin at 11:00 AM. This will be followed by a memorial service at Dahlonega Baptist Church at 2:00 PM. Interment will be at Mount Hope Cemetery, Dahlonega.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Thomas Abercrombie, her husband, Thomas Costello, and her daughter Sara Ann Costello. She is survived by nieces and nephews and an abundance of friends. Though Jean had lost all of her immediate family, she was surrounded by friends from near and far. She will be missed dearly by those who loved her, though she is now reunited with all the family who have gone on before her. Rest in Peace and God’s speed, Mama Jean.
In lieu of flowers, please make a charitable donation to the charity of your choice.
Those wishing to leave on-line condolences may do so at www.littledavenport.com.
Anderson Underwood announcing as a courtesy for Little & Davenport Funeral Home and Crematory, 355 Dawsonville Highway, SW, Gainesville, GA 30501.
Rev. Terry Michael Fields: Obituary
Obituaries July 3, 2019
Rev. Terry Michael Fields
April 06, 1958 – June 14, 2019
Rev. Terry Michael Fields, age 61, of Dahlonega went home to be with the Lord on Friday, June 14, 2019 surrounded by his family and friends.
Terry was born in Hall County on April 6, 1958. He was preceded in death by his father Rev. JR Fields, brother-in-law James Armstrong, father-in-law and mother-in-law Alvin and Faye Self. Terry was a graduate of Lumpkin County High School. He worked for Standard Telephone for twenty-seven years before establishing his own business, Fields Landscaping Company, which he operated for fourteen years.
Over thirty years ago Terry surrendered his life to God’s call upon him to carry His word. He was ordained in October of 1994. For twenty-eight years he faithfully served local churches in various communities. His ministry as pastor began at Friendship Baptist Church. Terry would then pastor Hightower Baptist Church, Duke’s Creek Baptist Church, Oak Grove Baptist Church, and again at Hightower Baptist Church. It was at Hightower that Terry began his courageous battle with cancer. He could no longer pastor, but he remained a faithful member of the church.
Survivors include his wife of 41 years Gina Self Fields; son and daughter-in-law Blake and Kayela Fields; son Chad Fields; grandchildren Malachi Fields, Caroline Fields, and Coleman Fields; mother Bertie Mae Fields; brother and sister-in-law Ricky and Sheri Fields, all of Dahlonega; special friend, cousin, and brother Jeff Brown (Connie); sister-in-law Sue Armstrong; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Bobby and Deborah Self; Phillip and Gaylena Self, and Michael and Julie Self, all of Dahlonega; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and other relatives also survive.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 PM Wednesday, June 19, 2019 at the chapel of Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home. The Rev. Phillip Robinson, the Rev. Terry Head, and the Rev. Tony Allison will officiate. Interment will follow in Siloam Baptist Church Cemetery with the Rev. Russell Burt officiating. The family will receive friends from 4:00 to 9:00 PM on Tuesday and also on Wednesday until the funeral hour at the funeral home.
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Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 05/20 to 05/27
Arrest Reports May 28, 2019
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Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 04/30 to 05/05
Arrest Reports May 8, 2019
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Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 04/22 to 04/29
Arrest Reports May 2, 2019
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Four UNG students named Critical Language Scholarship finalists
Community, News March 22, 2019
DAHLONEGA, GA
When University of North Georgia (UNG) freshman Daniel Shearer first learned he was a semifinalist for the Critical Language Scholarship (CLS), he was reluctant to celebrate. The member of UNG’s Corps of Cadets was excited, but he wasn’t a finalist — until now. “I feel very fortunate to have won,” he said. “I honestly didn’t have high expectations, but I am glad.”
Shearer and three other UNG students were glad to learn March 1 that they were selected as CLS finalists. The scholarship program is a fully-funded overseas language and cultural immersion program for American undergraduate and graduate students. Its goal is to broaden the base of Americans studying and mastering critical languages and building relationships between the people of the United States and other countries.
Out of UNG’s eight semifinalists announced in January, the four finalists are:
- Shearer, who is pursuing a degree in East Asian studies with a concentration in Japanese studies and a minor in leadership, will be in Japan.
- Josh Shepherd, who is pursuing a degree in Chinese and a minor in Spanish, will be in China.
- Donnie “Jamar” Shumaker, who is pursuing a degree in East Asian studies with a concentration in Chinese and a minor in Chinese language and culture, will be in China.
- Rachel Wilson, who is pursuing a degree in finance and a minor in Chinese, will be in China.
Of the remaining semifinalists, all four were named alternates. They are:
- Daniel Barker, who is pursuing a degree in mathematics and a minor in Russian.
- Hannah Chisholm, who is pursuing a degree in communications with a concentration in multimedia journalism and a minor in Korean.
- Leah James, a member of the Corps of Cadets who is pursuing a degree in nursing and a minor in Arabic.
- Julia “Rhiannon” Smith, who is pursuing degrees in psychology and modern languages with a concentration in Russian.
Sponsored by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, CLS is highly competitive, with acceptance rates of 10 percent, said Dr. Victoria Hightower, UNG’s assistant director of Nationally Competitive Scholarships. This makes UNG’s accomplishment of four finalists and four alternates significant.
“UNG’s four finalists and four alternates reflect our commitment to cultivating academically talented global leaders,” Dr. Anastasia Lin, assistant vice president for research and engagement at UNG. “This also indicates UNG’s prowess in teaching critical languages.”
Hightower, associate professor of history, agreed.
“In addition to our students’ qualities of determination, perseverance, and persistence, this success also reflects the encouragement they receive from their mentors throughout the university,” she said.
The four finalists and four alternates also mark an increase in UNG students selected. Last year, three were selected as finalists, and two were alternates. UNG had one finalist and one semifinalist for both 2016-17 and 2015-16 academic years.
Lin said more students are encouraged to apply to scholarships such as CLS after hearing of previous winners.
“I predict we will see more applications and winners in the future because of a growing commitment to scholarships on both the part of our students, faculty and staff,” she said.
Shearer, a freshman from Suwanee, Georgia, plans to use the study abroad experience as a springboard for his future.
“I intend to commission through UNG, and as I am pursuing a degree in East Asian studies, I would love to have a duty station over there,” he said, adding the CLS program will give him an advantage. “Through this scholarship, I will have a greater fluency in Japanese through immersion in the culture that comes through living and working there.”
Students interested in learning more about nationally competitive scholarships should contact [email protected] for more information. Students wanting to learn about funding and programs to study abroad may visit the Center for Global Engagement website.
William Howard Hobbs: Obituary
Obituaries March 14, 2019
William Howard Hobbs
June 2, 1964 – March 2, 2019
William Hoard Hobbs age 54 of Dahlonega, Georgia passed away Saturday, March 2, 2019. Mr. Hobbs loved the owning and operating a photography business. One of his favorite places was Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve. He is survived by daughter Andrea Hobbs, of Colorado, Springs, Colorado; son Bennett Hobbs, of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida; sisters and brother-in-law Evelyn and Jody Apple, of Dahlonega, Georgia; Rebecca Hobbs, of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. No formal services are planned at this time. Care and trust placed in Dahlonega Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 20 Gibson Road, Dahlonega, Georgia 30533. 706-864-DOVE (3683)
Sara Beth Elrod Moore: Obituary
Obituaries March 14, 2019
Sara Beth Elrod Moore
October 21, 1928 – March 01, 2019
Sara Beth Elrod Moore age 90 of Dahlonega passed away on March 1, 2019.
Sara Beth Elrod Moore was born in Commerce, GA October 21,1928. She became a resident of Dahlonega when she attended North Georgia College in 1944 and met; married her late husband John William (Billy) Moore in 1947, a marriage of 65 years.
She worked alongside her husband to develop Moore’s Cash & Carry which they owned and operated until his retirement in 1985. She was a member at Dahlonega United Methodist Church where she was involved with the choir for many years.
She was among those instrumental in developing Dahlonega’s first Gold Rush as well as involvement in other community affairs for many years.
She is survived by children, Mary Ellyn Moore, Jon (Sandy) Moore, Richey Moore all of Dahlonega, grandchildren Christopher (Brooke) Massey, Dahlonega, Patrick Massey, Dahlonega, Katie Moore, Lee Moore, Dahlonega, Nicole (Frank) Purdy, Dahlonega, Adam Sullens, Richland, WA, Zeak Black (Jordan) Duluth, Great grandchildren, Sara Beth Massey, Mallory Massey, Clara Purdy, Will Purdy, Livvie Dunlap, Laken Martin, all of Dahlonega, A.J. Sullens, Richland, WA, Zelda Black, Duluth. Brother in law, Henry (Corky) Moore, sisters in law and brothers in law Ann and Al Wimpy, Dahlonega, Frank and Nancy Moore, St. Simons Island, GA, Flo Moore, Dahlonega.
A number of nieces and nephews also survive.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Eagle Ranch, 5500 Union Church Road, Flowery Branch, GA 30542.
Family will receive friends on Sunday March 3rd from 1-5 pm and again on Monday March 4th from 10-11 am. A Graveside service will follow visitation on Monday at 11:3- am at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Dahlonega, GA.
Todd Shirley: Obituary
Obituaries March 14, 2019
Todd Shirley
December 20, 1972 – March 09, 2019
Todd Eugene Shirley, 46, of Dahlonega passed away on Saturday, March 9, 2019 at his residence. Todd was employed in the catering industry and was an avid sports enthusiast who loved hiking and spending time in the outdoors.
Todd was preceded in death by his brother, Troy Wayne Shirley. He is survived by his father and wife, Eugene and Lynda Shirley of Marietta, GA and his mother, Linda Golden of Lexington, SC. Other relatives also survive.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, March 14, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home with Rev. Scott Hagan officiating. The family will receive friends on Thursday from noon until the time of service at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Todd’s name to Shriners Hospitals for Children, Attn. Office of Development, 2900 N. Rocky Point Dr., Tampa, FL 33607.
Robert Eugene Parsons: Obituary
Obituaries March 14, 2019
Robert Eugene Parsons
July 22, 1940 – March 03, 2019
Mr. Robert Eugene “Gene” Parsons, age 78, of Dahlonega passed away Sunday, March 3, 2019.
Mr. Parsons was born in Hall County on July 22, 1940 to the late Dewitt and Gladys Brooksher Parsons. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his son Robert Stephen Parsons. Mr. Parsons was retired from the Georgia Department of Transportation. He loved Bluegrass music and he loved to play his guitar, mandolin, and banjo. He was a loving father and grandfather and was lovingly called “Papa Gene”.
Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Carolyn Parsons, Dahlonega; son and daughter-in-law Phillip and Tammy Parsons, Murrayville; daughter Vicky Claudine Parsons, Dahlonega; grandchildren Sydney Parsons and Jordyn Parsons; sisters Shelvie Miller, Gainesville, and Montez Marlow, Commerce; sister and brother-in-law Sandra and Bud Davis, Gainesville; brother Ashley Parsons, Gainesville; several nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 PM Wednesday, March 6, 2019 at the chapel of Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home. The Rev. Mike Taylor will officiate. Interment will follow in Dahlonega Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM Tuesday at the funeral home.
To share a memory of Mr. Parsons or a condolence with the family visit andersonunderwood.com.
Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home of Dahlonega, formerly Banister Funeral Home
UNG softball throws no-hitters during Florida Tech Invitational
University of North Georgia February 25, 2019
LUMPKIN CO., GA
According to the University of North Georgia Athletics Department, No. 3 University of North Georgia softball team swept the final day of the Florida Tech Invitational, knocking off Lynn and Converse Sunday as sophomore, Kylee Smith, tossed a no-hitter in game one.
UNG freshman, Kaylee Womack, kicked off the scoring with a single that scored Hobby Gregory in the first inning. Hobby later hit a double that plated sophomore, Alishia Frierson, and UNG added another as Junior, Kelly Kahlert, sprinted home on a Knight error to make the score 3-0 in the fourth.
The Nighthawks doubled their lead in the second inning on a two-run blast by freshman, Adella Carver, before scoring the final two runs of the game in the fifth. Kahlert stole home after moving to third on a bunt by sophomore, Cheyanne Mosteller. Anthony pushed Mosteller across for the game’s final run on a double to left center.
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Homer Henry Dockery: Obituary
Obituaries February 6, 2019
Homer Henry Dockery
February 17, 1930 – February 03, 2019
Mr. Homer Henry Dockery, age 88, of Dahlonega, passed away Sunday, February 3, 2019.
Mr. Dockery was a native lifelong resident of Lumpkin County. He was born on February 17, 1930 to the late William Webster and Florence Nix Dockery. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Clydie Bell Howard Dockery, siblings Viola Dockery, Odell Jones, H.R. Dockery, Pauline Andrews, Bernice Winn, Earl Dockery, Curvin Dockery, and Curtis “John” Dockery. Mr. Dockery served his country honorably in the United States Army during the Korean War. He was a truck driver and worked on his family farm. Mr. Dockery was a member of Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church.
Survivors include his daughters Elaine Tripp, McDonald, TN; Linda Cantrell, Dahlonega; sisters Mildred Harkins, Cleveland, and Minnie Lou Head, Dahlonega; brother Douglas Dockery, Clarkesville; grandchildren Scott Cantrell, April and Chris Hubbard, and Bryan and Brittney Cantrell; great-grandchildren Hannah Coleman, Brooklyn Cantrell, and Christen Hubbard; and great-great-grandchild Nevaeh Murray.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 PM Wednesday, February 6, 2019 at Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church. The Rev. Ronnie Dockery and the Rev. Jack Pilcher will officiate. Interment will follow in the church cemetery with military honors. The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM Tuesday at the funeral home.
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Betty Wharry: Obituary
Obituaries January 31, 2019
Betty Wharry
January 17, 1923 – January 24, 2019
Mrs. Betty Ruth Wharry, age 96, of Dahlonega, formerly of Nashville, Illinois, passed away Thursday, January 24, 2019.
Mrs. Wharry was born in Thompsonville, Illinois on January 17, 1923 to the late Fred and Daisy Pritchard Read. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Orley H. Wharry, sisters Hazel Ellwell, Zella Read, Lorraine Kachelhoffer, and Vivian Read, and brother Bud Read. Mrs. Wharry was a member of First Baptist Church Nashville, Illinois. She had worked as a nurse’s aid and in medical records at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Highland, Illinois. Mrs. Wharry was a loving mother and grandmother.
Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law Elizabeth Joan and Jim Brown, Arlington, TX; son and daughter-in-law Bruce and Mary Ellen Wharry, Dahlonega; sister Wilma Plumley, Pinckneyville, Illinois; grandchildren Jay and Ashley Brown, Houston, TX; Jon and Kristin Willette, Lavonia; Joseph and Tiffany Brown, Argyle, TX; Chris and Brenda Wharry, Spring, TX; Janelle and Craig Drenowatz, Frisco, TX; and Rebecca and Denise O’Gara, Brownsburg, IN; great-grandchildren Ashlyn, Kiersten, Ethan, Kennedy, Jaden, David, Braden, Briana, Ainsley, Titus, Jude, Layla and Lily; several nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 PM Wednesday, January 30, 2019 at the chapel of Styninger Funeral Home in Nashville, Illinois. The Rev. Scott Sharp will officiate. Interment will follow in the Masonic Cemetery in Nashville, Illinois. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM until the funeral hour on Wednesday at Styninger Funeral Home.
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Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home of Dahlonega, formerly Banister Funeral Home
Vernis Louise Hughes: Obituary
Obituaries January 15, 2019
May 29, 1926 – January 07, 2019
Mrs. Vernis Louise Hughes, age 92, of Dahlonega passed away Monday, January 7, 2019.
Mrs. Hughes was a native and lifelong resident of Lumpkin County. She was born on May 29, 1926 to the late Ollie and Sallie Dowdy Smith. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Robert Warren Hughes. Mrs. Hughes was the last of five children. She was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church.
Survivors include her daughter Charlotte Hughes, sons Charles Hughes, Bobby Hughes (Bridget), and Michael Hughes, all of Dahlonega; five grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
Graveside services are scheduled for 11:00 AM Wednesday, January 9, 2019 in Dahlonega Memorial Park. The Rev. Lyman Caldwell will officiate.
To share a memory of Mrs. Hughes 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 01/07 to 01/12
Arrest Reports January 14, 2019
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