Cora Kathleen Fitts

January 09, 1928 – May 09, 2019

Mrs. Cora Kathleen Fitts, age 91, of Dahlonega passed away May 9, 2019.

Mrs. Fitts was born in Union County on January 9, 1928 to the late Homer and Mabel Wilkins Gooch. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Ralph Fitts; sister Blondene Bryan; brothers Glen Gooch, William Gooch, Tom Gooch, Ervin Gooch, and Ned Gooch.

Mrs. Fitts retired from Burlington Pine Tree Plant after thirty years of service as a spinner operator. She was a volunteer at the Lumpkin County Senior Center and enjoyed gardening, quilting and canning. Mrs. Fitts was a member of The Fountain Church of God of Prophecy in Dahlonega. She was affectionately known as “Mema”.

Mrs. Fitts is survived by her daughter Betty Fitts, Dahlonega; son Ralph E. “Buzz” Fitts, Dahlonega; sisters Inez Crook of Jackson, Clara Kidd of Gainesville, Mary Ann Mayfield of Buckhead, and Sandra Bailey of McDonough.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday, May 14, 2019 in the chapel of Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home. The Reverend Bo Robinson will officiate. Interment will follow in Mt. Hope Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Monday from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM.

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

Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home of Dahlonega

John Henry Lee Jr.

April 12, 1943 – May 04, 2019

Mr. John Henry Lee, Jr., age 76, of Villa Rica, GA passed away Saturday, May 4, 2019.

John was born in Opelika, AL on April 12, 1943 to the late John Henry Lee, Sr. and Montine Harrington Lee Day. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his step-father Olin Day, son-in-law Jim Freeman and granddaughter Courtney Rose Anderson.

John was a successful businessman and entrepreneur. His work career started early in his dad’s hardware store in Lanett, AL. He then served his country honorably in the United States Army as a medic and medical assistant. After completing his military service, John opened a wholesale merchandise business. Later he changed to a retail business opening Lee’s Clothing and Discount Store in Douglasville, GA. His business flourished and remained successful until he closed it to retire in January of 2019. John and his wife Janice worked side-by-side every day during the entire life of the business.

John was a loving husband and father. Although he had a strong work ethic, he never sacrificed quality time with his children. That quality time included long days on the lake and four-wheeling in the mud. Following the birth of his first grandchild, John’s name quickly changed to “Granddaddy” – a name which he proudly accepted.

Survivors include his wife of 40 years, Janice Harrison Lee, Villa Rica, GA; daughter and son-in-law Tania and Kevin Lightsey, Cleveland, GA; son and daughter-in-law John and Leanne Lee, Colleyville, TX; daughter and son-in-law Jenny and Chris Anderson, Cleveland, GA; son Jason Lee, Villa Rica, GA; step-sister and brother-in-law Barb and Brian Niccum, Durango, CO; grandchildren Ryan and Chelsea Freeman, Alex and Brandon Ward, Jessica Lee, John Henry Lee, IV, Bailey Anderson, Jacob Anderson, Tyler Anderson, Chesnee Freeman, Emma Lightsey, Davin Lightsey, and Sydney Lee; great-grandchildren Brayden Freeman, Skip Freeman, Zane Ward, and Sawyer Ward; and several other relatives.

Funeral services are scheduled for 7:00 PM Friday, May 10, 2019 at the chapel of Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home. The Rev. Chris Anderson and John’s eldest son John Henry Lee, III will officiate. He will be laid to rest at 2:00 PM Saturday in West Point, GA at West Point Cemetery with full military honors. John’s family will receive friends from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM Friday at the funeral home.

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

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Jason “Biscuit” Holubitsky

July 18, 1978 – March 10, 2019

Jason “Biscuit” Holubitsky, age 40, of Cumming, Georgia passed away Sunday, March 10, 2019. Family will receive friends Thursday, March 14 from 6 to 9 PM and Friday, March 15 from 11 – 2 PM with a service following at 2PM in the Chapel of Dahlonega Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Dahlonega Memorial Park. Jason was a fanatic super sports fan. His favorite teams were the Georgia Bulldogs, the Atlanta Falcons, and the Atlanta Braves. He is survived by his life partner Andrea Dochnal, of Cumming, Georgia; children Kelton Holubitsky; Marley Holubitsky; Hendrix Holubitsky; parents Dr. and Mrs. Todd Holubitsky, of Dahlonega, Georgia; sister and brother-in-law Savannah and Caleb Poole, of Dahlonega, Georgia; maternal grandparents Loyce and Cloyse Hicks, of Cumming, Georgia; paternal grandparents George and Sally Holubitsky, of Winnipeg, Canada; maternal uncles and their spouses Eddie and Rhonda Hicks, Cumming, Georgia; Steve and Linda Hicks, of Monroe, Georgia; paternal aunt and her husband Marcie and Doug Baird, of Calgary, Canada; Andrea’s parents Lana Dochnal, San Antonio, Texas; Alfred Dochnal, of California. Care and trust place in the professional staff of Dahlonega Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 20 Gibson Road, Dahlonega, Georgia 30533 706-864-DOVE (3683) www.dahlonegafuneralhome.com

Kenneth Gordon Carnes Jr.

March 15, 1927 – February 23, 2019

Full obit to follow

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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