Homer Lee Davis: Obituary
Obituaries December 3, 2018
February 08, 1943 – December 01, 2018
Homer Lee Davis, age 75 of Dahlonega, passed away on December 1, 2018 at Northeast Georgia Medical Center. He was born in Douglas, Georgia to Bryant and Lois Davis on February 8, 1943. He is also preceded in death by his wife of 31 years Elaine Seabolt Davis, brothers Garvis and Roy, sister ClaraMay and brother in laws Mark and Hoyt Seabolt.
Homer was an avid hunter and loved to garden. Over the years Homer has had many professions from construction to truck driving.
Homer is survived by sons and daughter in laws, Raymond and Angie Cantrell, Cleveland, JR and Rebecca Davis, Murrayville, Tony and Daphne Davis, Gainesville, daughter and son in laws, Valerie and Tyler Gilbert, Clermont, Gina and Greg Sexton, Gainesville, grandchildren, Cohen, Rylan and Ridge Cantrell, Judd and Allie Davis, Anthony and Justin Davis, Jeremy and Gavin Sexton. Sisters and brother in laws, Reba Kirkland, Springfield, Josie and William Jackson, Nickels, Jean and Allen Anderson, Hazelhurst, Christine and John Davis, Douglas. Brother in laws and sister in laws, Henley Seabolt, Dahlonega, Kendall and Debbie Seabolt, Dawsonville, sister in laws and brother in laws, Katie and Dean Davis, Patsy and Ronnie Lingerfelt, all of Dahlonega, Tina and Jack Lowman, Murrayville, Susie and Shawn McCune, Summitville, IN, and Anna Seabolt, Dahlonega. A number of other family and friends survive.
Funeral services are scheduled for Tuesday December 4, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at the Dahlonega Funeral Home chapel Tim Sullens and Timothy Sullens will officiate. Family will receive friends on Monday December 3, 2018 from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Yahoola Baptist Church.
Arrangements by the professional staff of Dahlonega Funeral Home, 20 Gibson Road, Dahlonega, Georgia 30533 706-864-DOVE (3683). A division of McDonald Family Funeral Homes.
Rebecca Bowens Watson: Obituary
Obituaries November 26, 2018
July 09, 1949 – November 20, 2018
Mrs. Rebecca Bowens Watson, age 69, of Dahlonega passed away Tuesday, November 20, 2018.
Rebecca was born in Columbus, GA on July 9, 1949 to the late Jimmie Tobie and Mary Lee Bowens. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband James Edward Watson, Sr.; sister Lillian Larraine Davis; brothers Rufus White, Lamar Bowens, and Jimmie Bowens. Rebecca was a loving mother and grandmother and deeply loved by her family. She was a homemaker and she deeply loved the people of Yahoola Baptist Church. The church’s ministry to Rebecca during her illness brought great comfort to her family.
Survivors include her daughter Yvette Gooch (Kenneth), Cleveland; sons James Edward “Bubba” Watson, Cornelia, and Cory Watson, Midway, GA; grandsons Shannon Gooch and Kevin Gooch; sisters Sue Ray, and Marie Fleming (David); nieces Donna Sue Ray and Diane Burgess, all of Columbus; several other nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
Graveside services are scheduled for 2:00 PM Saturday, November 24, 2018 at Park Hill Cemetery in Columbus, GA. The Rev. Kris Butler will officiate. The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Friday at the funeral home.
To share a memory of Rebecca or a condolence with the family visit andersonunderwood.com.
Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home of Dahlonega, formerly Banister Funeral Home
UNG junior breaks record for career steals-mark
University of North Georgia November 14, 2018
DAHLONEGA, GA
According to a press release from the University of North Georgia Athletics Department, Ephraim Tshimanga broke the UNG career steals-mark, as the University of North Georgia men’s basketball team earned its first win of the season over Erskine, 89-64.
Tshimanga had six steals on the night, breaking the record held by former UNG point-guard Travis Core, who now has 113 career steals.
North Georgia jumped out quickly against the Flying Fleet, scoring the first 11 points of the contest to take the lead for good. The Nighthawks led by as many as 31 points en route to the 25 point win.
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Judith Miller Lee: Obituary
Obituaries November 7, 2018
July 12, 1943 – October 31, 2018
Mrs. Judith Miller Lee, age 75, of Dahlonega passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, October 31, 2018.
Mrs. Lee was born in Bainbridge, GA on July 12, 1943 to the late Ralph Norton and Catherine Hudson Miller. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband John Phillip Lee; daughter Jodie Turner; and the father of her children Jim Turner. Mrs. Lee loved to garden. Her favorite flower to watch grow was the iris. Reading and watching birds was a favorite past time of Mrs. Lee. She was affectionately called “Grandma” by her grandchildren.
Survivors include her daughters and sons-in-law Jaye Turner and Timmy Booth, Chattanooga, TN; and Joanie and Guy Chembars, Dahlonega; Step-son and daughter-in-law Phillip and Amanda Lee, Troy, AL; grandchildren Kara Howard, Cody Chembars, Jesse Chembars, Zachary Chembars, and Jody Chembars; great grandchildren Lane Howard, Grace Chembars, Reagan Chembars, Oliver Chembars, and Payton Chembars; brother and sister-in-law Billy and Cheryl Miller, Meigs, GA; sister Ann Collins, Troy, AL; sisters and brothers-in-law Doris and Willard Mills, Oakwood; and Jane and Bobby Burt, Lynn Haven, FL; several nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
Mrs. Lee’s wishes were to be cremated and a private memorial service will be held later.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be sent to the family for use in benefit of the new Lumpkin County Library when constructed. Mrs. Lee’s lifelong love of reading and sharing love with others will be honored in an appropriate fashion.
To share a memory of Mrs. Lee or a condolence with the family visit andersonunderwood.com.
Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home of Dahlonega, formerly Banister Funeral Home
UNG women’s soccer seniors announced to All-Peach Belt Conference team
University of North Georgia November 6, 2018
AUGUSTA, Ga. –
According to the University of North Georgia Athletics Department, UNG women’s soccer seniors Renee VanHorn and Asa Thorsen were picked to the All-Peach Belt Conference First Team. The announcement was made at the tournament banquet on Thursday night.
Photo courtesy of UNG Athletics
VanHorn finished in fourth place in the league with 12 goals on the season. She added three assists as well to total 27 points. Six of her 12 goals were game winners.
Thorsen put two goals in the back of the net and assisted on three others this season as a key player in the midfield for the Nighthawks. VanHorn and Thorsen were two of just four players on UNG’s side to play and start in all 16 matches this season.
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Brian Joseph Morin: Obituary
Obituaries November 1, 2018
August 15, 1979 – October 31, 2018
Mr. Brian Joseph Morin, age 39, of Dahlonega passed away Wednesday, October 31, 2018.
Brian was born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma on August 15, 1979. He was preceded in death by his mother Bernice Skropka Morin, paternal grandparents Paul and Helen Morin, and maternal grandparents Felix and Rosie Skropka. Brian was a member of Christ Fellowship in Dawsonville. He was a loving father with the biggest heart and always had a smile to brighten your day. Brian loved to fish.
Survivors include his wife Robin Brown; son Wesley Forrester of Dahlonega; daughter Breanna Housman of Dawsonville; father and step mother Larry and Marilyn Morin of Shawnee, Oklahoma; brothers Si Barker and Shannon Barker of Oklahoma; brother-in-law and sister-in-law Jim Coty and Jamie Brown of Clarkesville; sister-in-law and brother-in-law Tammy and Virgil Sisk of Dahlonega; brother in law Timothy Collins, Dahlonega; a very good friend Craig Woodman of Dawsonville; aunt Suzan Vira; several nieces, nephews and other relatives.
A memorial service is scheduled for 6:00 PM Saturday, November 3, 2018 in the chapel of Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home. The Rev. Jamie Wade and Mr. Craig Woodman will officiate. The family will receive friends from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM Saturday at Anderson-Underwood funeral home.
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The family has a Go Fund Me page set up to help with the funeral and medical expenses. If you would like to donate, the account is www.gofundme.com\brian-morin.
Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home of Dahlonega, formerly Banister Funeral Home
Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 10/22 to 10/28
Arrest Reports October 31, 2018
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Lumpkin County class of 2018 ranks top 25 in ACT scores
Community, Education October 22, 2018
LUMPKIN CO., GA
In a press release submitted by Lumpkin County School Superintendient, Dr. Rob Brown, the Lumpkin County class of 2018, “outperformed all other Pioneer RESA districts ” on the ACT test.
LCHS class of 2018 earned a composite score of, 21.7, exceeding the national average score of 20.57. Out of all of the districts in the state of Georgia, Lumpkin County ranked 13th, putting them in the top 25 district scores of 2018.
Lumpkin County Superintendient, Dr. Rob Brown, stated in regards to the outstanding performance that, ““We are extremely proud of our high school and the outstanding performance of our students. We have amazing educators at LCHS who push all students to reach their full potential. Although ACT scores are usually tied to a high school, this score is a reflection of our entire school system and the great work teachers in ALL of our schools do each day. Despite being a district that spends fewer dollars per student than most districts in our RESA, we are performing at the top. And we are proud of that!”
The American College Testing (ACT) is a standardized test that records general educational development of high school students.
Georgia on the ACT.
| Rank | Pioneer RESA
District |
ACT
Composite Score |
| 1 | Lumpkin County | 21.7 |
| 2 | White County | 21.5 |
| Georgia Average | 21.4 | |
| 3 | Habersham County | 21.3 |
| 4 | Hall County | 21.2 |
| National Average | 20.8 | |
| 5 | Towns County | 20.6 |
| Pioneer RESA Average | 20.57 | |
| 6 | Banks County | 20.5 |
| 7 | Dawson County | 20.5 |
| 8 | Rabun County | 20.5 |
| 9 | Union County | 20.4 |
| 10 | Franklin County | 20.3 |
| 11 | Stephens County | 20.2 |
| 12 | Hart County | 20 |
| 13 | Fannin County | 19.8 |
| 14 | Gainesville City | 19.5 |
Georgia’s Top 25 District Scores 2018
| Rank | Georgia
School System |
ACT
Composite Score |
| 1 | Decatur City | 24.6 |
| 2 | Forsyth County | 24.5 |
| 3 | Oconee County | 24.2 |
| 4 | Fulton County | 23.7 |
| 5 | Buford City | 23.5 |
| 6 | Fayette County | 23.4 |
| 7 | Cherokee County | 23 |
| 8 | Cobb County | 22.8 |
| 9 | Columbia County | 22.8 |
| 10 | Gwinnett County | 22.6 |
| 11 | Bryan County | 22.3 |
| 12 | Jefferson City | 22.3 |
| 13 | Lumpkin County | 21.7 |
| 14 | Bremen City | 21.6 |
| 15 | Gilmer County | 21.6 |
| 16 | Oglethorpe County | 21.5 |
| 17 | Pike County | 21.5 |
| 18 | White County | 21.5 |
| 19 | Coweta County | 21.4 |
| 20 | Effingham County | 21.4 |
| 21 | Morgan County | 21.4 |
| 22 | Dalton City | 21.3 |
| 23 | Habersham County | 21.3 |
| 24 | Haralson County | 21.3 |
| 25 | Pickens County | 21.3 |
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Megan Sabol tied for third in top five finish
University of North Georgia October 10, 2018
LUMPKIN CO., GA
A press release from the University of North Georgia Athletics Department explained that UNG junior, Megan Sabol, is now tied for third place after the UNG women’s golf team finished in fifth place at the Patsy Rendleman Invitational at the Country Club of Salisbury held on Tuesday.
Sabol scored a one-under 71, and the Nighthawks broke the single round scoring record by eight strokes in the final round with a two-over 290.
Sabol’s two-under 142 put her in a tie for third and All-Tournament honors, as well as the second best 36-hole score in program history. She finished two strokes behind Lenoir-Rhyne’s Abbey Hartsell for the lead. Sabol finished with eight birdies in the event, including birdieing three of the four par fives on the course in the final round.
The Nighthawks posted a 596 in the event, which is the best 36-hole score in program history, beating the Battle at Old South result from earlier this season by five strokes.
Jordyn Sims also scored, with a two-under round of 70, which tied her for second all-time in a single round with Sabol and Karson Stone. Sims had three birdies in Tuesday’s round to improve 11 strokes from the first to the second round.
Lois Virginia Bryan: Obituary
Obituaries October 9, 2018
Lois Virginia Bryan age 81 of Cleveland, Georgia passed away on October 6, 2018. Mrs. Bryan is of Baptist faith and was a native to Lumpkin County.
She is preceded in death by her husband Joseph Hartwell Bryan.
Mrs. Bryan is survived by her children; Lynn (Lori) Bryan, Freddie (Sissy) Bryan, Scott (Karen) Bryan, Tammy (David) Daniel, her sisters Charlotte (Lee) Bryan and Jessie (Arnold) Couch, grandchildren; Jody Bryan, Jessica Bryan, Brittany (John) Hill, and Chase (Lorin) Bryan; great grandchildren Anna & JT Hill. Numerous other relatives also survive.
Family will receive friends on Sunday October 7, 2018 from 2-6pm at Dahlonega Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held on Monday October 8, 2018 at 4pm at Mt. Olive Baptist Church in Dahlonega, Georgia.
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)
Nancy Lou Taylor: Obituary
Obituaries October 5, 2018
Mrs. Nancy Lou Taylor, age 87, of Dahlonega, formerly of East Point, GA, passed away Monday, September 17, 2018.
Mrs. Taylor was born in Portsmouth, OH on February 23, 1931 to the late Willard M. and Katherine Call Beekman. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by six sisters and two brothers. Mrs. Taylor was one of ten children leaving only one of her siblings still living.
Mrs. Taylor had worked as an administrative assistant for 29 years at Point University (formally known as Atlanta Christian College). Her heart was dedicated to serving the Lord at Point University. Mrs. Taylor invested in the students and she loved to interact with them. She loved to read and listen to Gospel music. Her chocolate chip cookies were the best!
Mrs. Taylor left an amazing testimony for her family. She was a faithful member of East Point Christian Church. Mrs. Taylor taught Sunday School and worked faithfully at church camp each year. She was affectionately called “Grandma” by her grandchildren.
Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law Gregory and Susan Taylor, Springville, AL; son Steven Taylor, Jasper; sons and daughters-in-law Michael and Kathy Taylor, Marietta; Jay and Kelly Taylor, Fayetteville; and David and Toni Taylor, Cleveland; brother William Beekman, Ohio; grandchildren Christopher and Emily Taylor, John and Shalena Taylor, Scott and Tiffany Taylor, Jeffrey Taylor, Jayson and Anna Taylor, Steven Taylor, Valerie and Thomas Aseff, Rebekah Taylor, and Rachel Taylor; eight great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
Mrs. Taylor’s wishes were to be cremated. Memorial services are scheduled for 3:00 PM, Sunday, September 23, 2018 at East Point Christian Church. The family will receive friends before the service from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the church. The Rev. Wye Huxford will officiate.
In lieu of flowers the family requests that contributions be made to The Nancy Taylor Scholarship Fund c/o Point University, 507 West 10th Street, West Point, GA 31833 or Woodland Christian Camp, 90 Woodland Camp Road, Temple, GA 30179.
To share a memory of Mrs. Taylor or a condolence with the family visit banisterfuneralhome.net.
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Plan Early for Dahlonega’s 4th of July Celebration
News June 24, 2016
DAHLONEGA, Ga. — If you live in Georgia and haven’t celebrated the 4th of July in Dahlonega, you owe it to yourself to do so this year. But you may want to make plans. This little town is bursting at the seams with visitors on Independence Day.
From the 5th Annual Firecracker 5K/10K run through Historic Dahlonega in the morning all the way through one of the most spectacular fireworks displays in Georgia, the day truly has something for everyone. In fact, by the time you head home you will not only be celebrating Independence Day, but the fact that you live in beautiful north Georgia.
Throughout the day, there will be live musical performances on the Chestatee Ford Stage at the Visitors Center Plaza. Enjoy the music as you stroll through the All American Market where you will find dazzling displays of traditional crafts handmade by local artisans.
The young at heart will surely enjoy the Adventure Zone where you can take a ride on the Ace Railroad Electric Trackless Train, get cooled off on the 13-foot water slide or test your skills on the Home Run Derby Game or the Mini All-Star Basketball Challenge.
Dahlonega is steeped in military history and tradition so there will be a Patriotic Ceremony at 10 a.m. featuring inspiring musical performances by the North Georgia Men’s Quartet, a Presentation of Colors and a speech from a keynote speaker.
If you are someone who appreciates the beauty of classic cars, be sure to visit the Gold City Classic Car Show where more than 100 of the finest classic cars in Georgia will be on display at the Lumpkin County Library parking lot on East Main Street.
No 4th of July celebration is complete without a patriotic parade and Dahlonega’s parade, which starts at 5 p.m. is always a crowd pleaser. It starts at Memorial Drive and circles through the historic town square.
It ends just in time for you to grab a bite to eat at one of the many town’s fine restaurants. But don’t take too long. You’ll want to leave enough time to find a spot on the University of North Georgia drill field to witness a spectacular fireworks display to end the evening.