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

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

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

Jenny 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 8^th 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.

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

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

Herman 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.

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

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

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

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

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

July 12, 1930 – November 19, 2018

Mr. John Benjamin Abercrombie, age 88, of Dahlonega passed away Monday, November 19, 2018.

Mr. Abercrombie was a native and lifelong resident of Lumpkin County. He was born on July 12, 1930 to the late Charles G. and Florence Bragg Abercrombie.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Martha Free Abercrombie; son Johnny Abercrombie; daughter Pamela Abercrombie; brothers Bill Abercrombie, Walter Abercrombie, C.G. Abercrombie, Jr., and Elmer Abercrombie; sisters Lou Nell McDonald, Gurlie Mae Paul, and Margaret Rogers; and son in law Anthony Waters. Mr. Abercrombie served his country honorably in the United States Army. He owned and operated Abercrombie Grocery Store and he drove a school bus for Lumpkin County schools for 14 years and 2 months.  Mr. Abercrombie loved to fish and was affectionately called “Papa Ben” by his grandchildren.  He was proud to have been the longest living member of Mt. Gilead Baptist Church that spanned for more than 74 years.

Survivors include his daughters Reba Duff (Clayton), and Susie Waters (Daniel Thomas) both of Dahlonega; grandchildren Benji Smith, Kevin Waters, Colby Duff, Steven Duff, and Sam Duff; 16 great grandchildren including Harley Smith; four great great grandchildren; brothers Tommy Abercrombie (Darlene), Dahlonega, and Garry Abercrombie (Regina), Texas; several nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 PM Wednesday, November 21, 2018 in the chapel of Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home.  The Rev. Les Fuller will officiate.  Interment will follow in Mt. Hope Cemetery with military honors.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM Tuesday at the funeral home.

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

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

January 21, 1932 – November 08, 2018

Ms. Goldia Loretta Reece, age 86, of Dahlonega passed away Thursday, November 8, 2018.

Goldia was a native and life long resident of Lumpkin County.  She was born on January 21, 1932 to the late Clarence Albert and Gertrude Essie Anderson Reece. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brother in law J.T. Staton.  Goldia retired from the Lumpkin County school system as a worker in the lunch room.  She cared for each child she served and made sure they had plenty to eat.  Although Goldia had no children, she loved her nephews and nieces as her own.  She loved to spend time in the garden and grow food for her family and friends.  Goldia was a member of Mt. Gilead Baptist Church.

Survivors include her sister Sylvia Staton, Dahlonega; nephews and nieces Randy and Nancy Staton, Murrayville; Trent and Marty Staton, Dahlonega; Keith and Tanya Staton, Orlando, FL; great nephew K.C. Staton and great niece Kate Staton.

Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 PM Sunday, November 11, 2018 at Mt. Gilead Baptist Church. The Rev. Les Fuller and the Rev. Stephen Gerrells will officiate. Interment will follow in Mt. Zion Baptist Church #2 Cemetery with the Rev. Franklin Grant officiating.

The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM Saturday at the funeral home.

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

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

December 18, 1959 – November 01, 2018

Jan Burt, age 58, of Dahlonega, Georgia passed away Thursday, November 1, 2018. Jan was a native of Dahlonega, member of Friendship Baptist Church, loved traveling, gardening, a devoted friend, great love and passion for directing the educational growth of new students at UNG. She was the Drill Sergeant, Navigator, and Boss of her sisters. Ms. Burt is preceded in death by her mother Lillie C. (Jarrard) Burt. Jan is survived by her father JB Burt, sisters Lynn (Larry) Armstrong; Brenda Knapp; Jeannine Burt; and aunt Virginia Jarrard. Nieces and nephews; Trent Armstrong, Troy Armstrong, Shelly Riddle, Stefanie Yoon, Sebastian Knapp, Jesse Rockmore, and Jordan Rockmore; numerous other relatives also. Also surviving are lifelong devoted friends Deb McLeod, Laura Allen, Dr. Carmen Mas and many other lifelong friends. The funeral service will be 11AM, Sunday, November 4 in the Chapel of Dahlonega Funeral Home with interment following at Dahlonega Memorial Park. The family will receive friends Saturday, November 3, 2018 from 2pm to 8pm at Dahlonega Funeral Home and Cremation Services. A Division of McDonald Family Funeral Homes. In lieu of flowers donations may be made at Partnership for Gynecological Cancer Support PO Box 499 Murrayville, GA 30564

Online condolences can 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)