Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 02/10 to 02/17

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Arrest report and photos provided by the Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office. The Georgia Open Records Act (O.C.G.A. 35-01-18) allows for www.fetchyournews.com to obtain and post the arrest records of any and all individuals arrested in Lumpkin County. Those arrests are posted on www.fetchyournews.com for viewing pleasure. Please remember that all individuals listed have been arrested and charged, however, they are presumed innocent until guilt has been proven in a court of  law.

Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 01/28 to 02/03

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Arrest report and photos provided by the Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office. The Georgia Open Records Act (O.C.G.A. 35-01-18) allows for www.fetchyournews.com to obtain and post the arrest records of any and all individuals arrested in Lumpkin County. Those arrests are posted on www.fetchyournews.com for viewing pleasure. Please remember that all individuals listed have been arrested and charged, however, they are presumed innocent until guilt has been proven in a court of  law.

Joan Grainger: Obituary

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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: Obituary

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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

Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 01/13 to 01/20

Arrest Reports

Arrest report and photos provided by the Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office. The Georgia Open Records Act (O.C.G.A. 35-01-18) allows for www.fetchyournews.com to obtain and post the arrest records of any and all individuals arrested in Lumpkin County. Those arrests are posted on www.fetchyournews.com for viewing pleasure. Please remember that all individuals listed have been arrested and charged, however, they are presumed innocent until guilt has been proven in a court of  law.

Tammy Lynn Hardigree: Obituary

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Tammy Lynn Hardigree

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

Anna Marie Seabolt: Obituary

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Anna Marie Seabolt

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

Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 12/16 to 12/21

Arrest Reports

Arrest report and photos provided by the Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office. The Georgia Open Records Act (O.C.G.A. 35-01-18) allows for www.fetchyournews.com to obtain and post the arrest records of any and all individuals arrested in Lumpkin County. Those arrests are posted on www.fetchyournews.com for viewing pleasure. Please remember that all individuals listed have been arrested and charged, however, they are presumed innocent until guilt has been proven in a court of  law.

 

Lois Lingerfelt Beck Arthur: Obituary

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Lois Lingerfelt Beck Arthur

February 17, 1931 – December 03, 2018

Mrs. Lois Lingerfelt Beck Arthur, age 87, of Dahlonega, passed away Monday, December 3, 2018.

Mrs. Arthur was born in Lumpkin County on February 17, 1931 to the late Marion Cicero Lingerfelt, Sr. and Madge Mincey Lingerfelt. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Robert Keese Arthur; sisters Doris Dillon, Edna Tate, and Bonnie Gardner; brothers Ben Lingerfelt, Hubert Lingerfelt, Ronald Lingerfelt, M.C. Lingerfelt, J. B. Lingerfelt, Gene Lingerfelt and Ralph Lingerfelt. Mrs. Author was a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church. She fulfilled her calling in life in caring for people, especially during times of loss. Lois provided many delicious desserts and dishes to comfort many families. The holidays will continue to hold many precious memories for her family as it was then that Lois always baked her famous oatmeal cookies.

Mrs. Arthur is survived by her last sibling and her husband Joyce and David Mize of Dacula; sisters in law Bonnie Lingerfelt and Juhline Lingerfelt, both of Dahlonega; and her special nephew Jeffrey Lingerfelt, of Dahlonega; numerous other nieces, nephews and other relatives also survive.

Funeral Services are scheduled for 2:00 PM Thursday, December 6, 2018 in the chapel of Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home. The Rev. Michael Rodgers and the Rev. Lamar Day will officiate. Interment will follow in the Bethlehem Jones Chapel Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM Wednesday at the funeral home.

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

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

Mary Louise Beard: Obituary

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Mary Louise Beard

August 11, 1942 – December 14, 2018

Mrs. Mary Louise Beard, age 76, of Dahlonega passed away December 14, 2018.

Mrs. Beard was born on August 11, 1942 in Harriman, TN to the late Jesse and Hattie Bane.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Donald Martin DeHart , son Michael DeHart, and mother-in-law Rose DeHart.  Mrs. Beard worked hard to help provide for her family. She worked as a substitute teacher, poultry plant worker, and house cleaner.  Mrs. Beard was affectionately called “Granny Louise” by her grandchildren.  She was of the Baptist faith.

Survivors include son and daughter-in-law Marty and Jackie DeHart, Dahlonega; daughter-in-law Jackie DeHart, Cumming; granddaughters Kayla DeHart, Shannon DeHart and Leah DeHart, Dahlonega.

Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 PM Sunday, December 16, 2018 at the Chapel of Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home.  The Rev. Kris Butler will officiate. Interment will follow at Antioch Baptist Church Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Saturday at Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home.

Online condolences can be made to the family at www.andersonunderwood.com.

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

Emma JoAnn Abercrombie: Obituary

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JoAnne Abercrombie

March 13, 1953 – November 14, 2018

Mrs. Emma JoAnn Abercrombie, age 65, of Murrayville passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on Wednesday, November 14, 2018.

JoAnn was born on March 13, 1953 to the late O.L. and Adell Underwood Hatcher.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brothers Johnny Hatcher, Tommy Hatcher, Jim Hatcher, and Perry Hatcher.  JoAnn was a loving wife and mother.  Her grandchildren affectionately called her “Gramma”.  JoAnn had the heart of a teacher making sure all the children could tell time, spell their names, and read.  She helped so many to get their start at the basics and then to excel in life.  JoAnn was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church #2.

Survivors include her husband Upton Abercrombie; son and daughter in law Shadrick and Vikki Abercrombie; daughter and son in law Shalece and Phillip Mull; grandchildren Baily Abercrombie, Kinlee Abercrombie, Kylee Abercrombie, Caleb Chastain, Braylen Chastain, and Kailyn Mull; great granddaughter Amelia Brookshire, all of Murrayville; brother and sister in law Benny and Maxine Hatcher, Gainesville; sister Bea Moss, Dawsonville; sister and brother in law Eula and Gene Parker; sister Ellon England, both of Murrayville; sisters and brothers in law Helen and Floyd Tanner, and Joyce and Clifton Chester, both of Dawsonville; brother and sister in law Jerry and Peggy Hatcher, Dahlonega; sister and brother in law Patsy and Mike Sherwood, Murrayville; sister in law Shirley Pace; sister in law and brother in law Una Abercrombie and John Lilac, both of Murrayville; several nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

Funeral services are scheduled for 3:00 PM Sunday, November 18, 2018 in the chapel of Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home. The Rev. Stephen Gerrells will officiate and a eulogy will be given by Baily Abercrombie.  Interment will follow in Mt. Zion Baptist Church #2 Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM Saturday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that contributions be made to the Alzheimer Association act.alz.org/site/Donation or the Mt. Zion Baptist Church #2 Building Fund, c/o Randall Chambers, 1573 Major Abercrombie Circle, Murrayville, GA 30564.

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

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

Luther James “LJ” Justus: Obituary

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Luther James (LJ) Justus, age 88 of Dahlonega, GA passed away on October 24, 2018 after a brief illness.
LJ was born in Dahlonega, GA on May 23, 1930 and lived most of his life in Dahlonega. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He was a veteran of the US Army, a retired truck driver, a member of the Masonic Lodge in Dahlonega and a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church in Dahlonega. LJ enjoyed fishing with his friends.
LJ was preceded in death by his father Luther Jasper Justus, mother Elsie Jones Justus, brothers LD Justus, Daniel Justus, Edward Justus and Eldo Justus, sisters Ruth Justus and Mary Elizabeth Justus and grandson Derrick Chisolm.
LJ is survived by his wife of 60 years Marie Rouse Justus, daughters and sons-in-law, Lisa and Wayne Clark, Patty and Danny Berry, son and daughter-in-law, Clark and Jennifer Justus, grandson Jason Barnes, grandson and wife Casey and Heidi Barnes, grandson and wife Patrick and Tabatha Chisolm, great grandsons Carson Rider and Dalton Rider, brother and sister-in-law Johnny and Joan Justus and sister-in-law Maxcine Ricketts.
Funeral services are scheduled for Saturday, October 27, 2018 at 11:30 AM at Bethlehem Baptist Church with interment to follow in Jones Chapel Cemetery. Reverend Lyman Caldwell and Reverend Michael Rodgers will officiate. The family will receive friends on Friday, October 26, 2018 from 5:00-8:00 PM at Dahlonega Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Bethlehem Baptist Church.

Ralph Lingerfelt: Obituary

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RALPH LINGERFELT
April 13, 1936 – October 14, 2018

Mr. Ralph Lingerfelt, age 82, of Dahlonega passed away Sunday, October 14, 2018.

Mr. Lingerfelt was a native and life long resident of Lumpkin County. He was born on April 13, 1936 to the late Cicero and Madge Mincey Lingerfelt. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his son-in-law Terry Chafin; sisters Edna Tate, Bonnie Gardiner, and Doris Dillon; brothers Ben Lingerfelt, Hubert Lingerfelt, Gene Lingerfelt, M.C. Lingerfelt, Ronald Lingerfelt, and J.B. Lingerfelt.

Ralph was a loving husband and father. He loved his community and always extended a hand to help anybody he could. When it came time for his garden to come in he loved to give vegetables to his neighbors and friends. Ralph loved to hunt and fish. He was affectionately called ‘Papa’ by his grandchildren. Ralph was a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church.

Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Juhline Lingerfelt; daughter Sonja Chafin; daughter and son-in-law Judy and Jacky Moss, all of Dahlonega; grandchildren Megan Chafin and Ryan Boschert, Jessica and Tyler Carpenter, Ashlee and Billy Craig, and Jordan Moss; great-grandchildren Terry Lee Chafin Carpenter, Jackson Craig, and Grayson Craig; sister Lois Arthur, Dahlonega; sister and brother-in-law Joyce and David Mize, Dacula; sister-in-law Bonnie Lingerfelt; several nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

Funeral services are scheduled for 3:00 PM Tuesday, October 16, 2018 in the chapel of Anderson – Underwood Funeral Home. The Rev. Lyman Caldwell will officiate. Interment will follow in Bethlehem Jones Chapel Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Monday at the funeral home.

To share a memory of Mr. Lingerfelt or a condolence with the family visit banisterfuneralhome.net.

Anderson – Underwood Funeral Home of Dahlonega, formerly Banister Funeral Home.

Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 10/01 to 10/07

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Arrest report and photos provided by the Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office. The Georgia Open Records Act (O.C.G.A. 35-01-18) allows for www.fetchyournews.com to obtain and post the arrest records of any and all individuals arrested in Lumpkin County. Those arrests are posted on www.fetchyournews.com for viewing pleasure. Please remember that all individuals listed have been arrested and charged, however, they are presumed innocent until guilt has been proven in a court of law.

Frances Smith Johnson: Obituary

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Frances Smith Johnson age 94 of Gainesville, GA passed away on September 24, 2018. She was a native of Long Island New York. Fran Johnson served as a secretary to General Eisenhower in Frankfurt, Germany 1945-1946 assisting in the wrapping up after the war’s end.  While in Frankfurt, Fran met a dashing Major in the Air Force (Burr N Johnson, Jr) who she subsequently married, raised 6 children with (Burr III, Nancy, Peter, Wendy, Tracy, & Kelly) in Washington, DC.  Burr III died while in the military in 1977 and Burr Jr died in 1980.  Once children were raised, at age 40, Fran immersed herself in Development work at Landon School for Boys in Bethesda, MD, St. Albans School for Boys on the close of the Washington National Cathedral, then after retiring and moving to Boca Raton, FL, she did development work for Gulf Stream School – breaking and exceeding all prior fund raising goals at all three schools.  Upon Frans’s second retirement, she moved to Dahlonega, GA to be near her life-long best friend (who, also served in the Army – WAC’s – with Fran) Mary Miller of Dahlonega.  The best friends then moved in to the assisted living community of Lanier Village Estates in Gainesville, GA.  Fran then met & married a widower, John C. Hunt in 2005 (she had been single for 26 years).

 

Fran Johnson is preceded by her husband, Burr N Johnson Jr. and So, Burr N Johnson III.   She is survived by husband, John C Hunt, sons: Peter & Kelly Johnson, daughters: Wendy Evans, Nancy Rucinski, Tracy Frate, Step-daughter: Kathy Martin and Step-son John C Hunt, she is also survived by 16 grandchildren.

 

A military honors burial service will be held at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington VA at a later date to be determined.

 

Online condolences may be expressed at www.dahlonegafuneralhome.com

 

Arrangements by the professional staff of Dahlonega Funeral Home 20 Gibson Road Dahlonega, GA 30533

Battle of the States: 1st Round Recap

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The 24th Annual Battle of the States Christmas Tournament kicked off in Hiawassee, Georgia on Wednesday, Dec 27. The tournament consists of eight boys and eight girls teams, who represent GA, NC, TN, and AL.  There will be eight games a day for all three days of the tournament.

Here are the the first day results from the girls’ side of the bracket:

In the 10am game, Murphy NC beat Lumpkin County Girls by a score of 76-55. Post, Jessica Beckner led the Lady Bulldogs with 24 pts. Lumpkin was led in scoring by Makenzie Pulley, who had 19 pts.

In the 1pm game, Hokes Bluff, Alabama defeated Polk County, TN by a score of 32 – 23. Amanda Noah led Hokes Bluff with 21 pts. Nikki Ball led Polk County with 11 pts.

In the 4pm game, Union County defeated Darlington Academy in a close fought contest.  Union pulled out a 54-52 victory as Darlington missed a game-tying field goal as time expired. Adeline Mockery paced the Lady Panthers with 22 pts. Caroline Dingler led Darlington with 21 pts.

In the 7pm tilt, the Towns County Lady Indians defeated rival, Hayesville, NC by a score of 52-42. Towns County kept the lead the whole first half, taking a 22-19 lead into intermission. The two teams were tied at 26 before Towns County’s press stretched the lead to 43-30 at the end of the third. Towns closed the game with a 10pt victory. Freshman, Kennedi Henson led Towns with 16. Junior, Taylor Cornett gave 9 pts, with a trifecta of long distance shots. Senior Madison McClure had 8 pts, hitting four crucial free throws in the game’s final minutes. Hayesville was led in scoring by Junior, Savanna Annis with 18 pts. Hailea Rickett finished with 17 pts.

Day Two of the Battle of States tournament will feature 4 girls and 4 boys games through the whole day of Thursday, December 28th. The tournament will conclude on Friday, December 29th with 8 more games to determine Battle of the States’ Champions, as well as 2nd through 5th place for Boys and Girls.

Day 2 Schedule (Thursday, Dec. 28)

10 am – Lumpkin County vs Darlington Academy (Girls)

11:30- Piedmont, AL vs Lumpkin County (Boys)

1:00 – Polk County, TN vs Hayesville, NC (Girls)

2:30 – Polk County, TN vs Hayesville, NC (Boys)

4:00 – Union County vs Murphy, NC (Girls)

5:30 – Union County vs Murphy, NC (Boys)

7:00 – Towns County vs Hokes Bluff, AL (Girls)

8:30 –  Towns County vs Hokes Bluff, AL (Boys)

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