Paul “Nelson” Chambliss: Obituary
Obituaries December 3, 2018
July 10, 1941 – November 28, 2018
Paul Nelson Chambliss, age 77 of Cleveland, passed away Wednesday, November 28, 2018.
Mr. Chambliss was born on July 10, 1941, in Macon, Georgia, to the late Paul and LaVerne Chambliss. He worked as a pharmaceutical representative but his passion was gun shows and World War II memorabilia. Paul was of the Baptist faith and loved his daughter dearly.
Survivors include his daughter, Stephanie Chambliss, Cleveland; grand dog, Sonny Chambliss; great grand dog, Sammy Chambliss.
Memorial services are scheduled for 3:30 P.M. Sunday, December 2, 2018 at the Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home 118 N. Brook St Cleveland, Ga 30528. The Rev. Dennis Turner will officiate.
The family will receive friends from 2:30 – 3:30 P.M. Sunday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the American Diabetes Association – P.O. Box 15829, Arlington, VA 22215.
To share a memory or to leave a condolence, please visit www.barrettfh.com.
William “Bill” Richard Leonhardt: Obituary
Obituaries November 26, 2018
William “Bill” Leonhardt, 70, of Dawsonville, GA passed away on Thursday, November 15, 2018. Born September 2, 1947 in Jamaica Queens to Margaret Colgan Leonhardt and WIlliam Leonhardt. Grew up in New Hyde Park and Melville, NY. Preceded in death by his daughter Andrea Leonhardt and sister Kathleen Fardig.
Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Dianne Stagl Leonhardt. Daughter Stacey Leonhardt-Garbos and son-in-law Andrew Garbos. Son William Leonhardt and daughter-in-law Amy Garrett Leonhardt. Granddaughters Katie Garbos, Leyna Leonhardt, Ava Garbos, and Leigha Leonhardt. Sisters and brothers-in-laws Linda Leonhardt Ryczak and Albert Ryczak, Carl Fardig, Peter Stagl, Kathryn Stagl, Sharon Stagl Doherty, and John Doherty. His Granddog Bella who had a special place in his heart.
Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, November 29, 2018 at 11:00 AM at Christ the King Lutheran Church 1125 Bettis Tribble Gap Road in Cumming, GA. There will be a gathering following the service at the church.
Bill was active in the Dawsonville community serving on the Board of Governors of Athens Boat Club, Vice-President of the Dawsonville Lions Club, Vice President of the Dawson County Friends of the Library. He was active in his church serving as a Shepherd minister, Usher, and working with Family Promise of Forsyth County.
Growing up on Long Island he was Boy Scout and a volunteer fireman of the Melville Fire Department and on their EMS rescue squad.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Christ the King Lutheran Church 1125 Bettis Tribble Gap Road Cumming, GA or Esophageal Cancer Awareness Association at www.ecaware.org.
Bearden Funeral Home, Dawsonville, GA.
Robert “Bruz” Brookshire: Obituary
Obituaries November 26, 2018
Robert “Bruz” Brookshire, 49, of Dacula passed away Wednesday November 14, 2018 at Northeast Georgia Medical Center Braselton following a period of declining health.
Mr. Brookshire was born August 13, 1969. For a number of years he coached youth football in Dacula. A loving and devoted father, he was also an avid hunter and outdoorsman. He was preceded in death by his brother, Troy Shane Brookshire, aunt, Sheila Lockridge and uncle, Danny Sheffield.
Surviving are his wife, Michelle Brookshire of Canon, GA; children, Robert Cade Brookshire, Michael Bo Brookshire, Carli Wheeler; mother, Linda Brookshire of Winder; father, Ray Brookshire of Ranger, GA; brothers and sister in law, Steve Brookshire of Ranger, GA, Wesley and Tracey Brookshire of Colorado; grandmother, Floy Sheffield of Winder; nieces, Abbey, Maddy, Vanessa; lifelong friend and hunting buddy, Dorsey Forsyth of Cumming; a number of special cousins and other relatives.
Mr. Brookshire will be laid to rest in his family’s plot at Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery in Dawsonville. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to help offset final expenses.
Condolences may be expressed at www.beardenfuneralhome.com.
Bearden Funeral Home, Dawsonville, GA.
Dwight Townley: Obituary
Opinion October 23, 2018
Dwight Townley of Oxford, passed away Wednesday, October 17, 2018, at the age of 60. Whether at his job or working on the farm, Dwight took pride in being a hard worker. In 2012, the Dawson County Fire Department honored his exceptional work ethic with the Lifetime Achievement Award. As a man who valued family and loved being outdoors, he cultivated a strong bond with sons, Jason and Travis, while camping, trout fishing, watching them play sports and volunteering as a Cub Scout leader for their Troop. Funny and personable, Dwight was the center of attention at social gatherings – always cracking jokes and making others laugh. He was also known for his love of gospel music and singing in church. Dwight was preceded in death by his parents, L.B. Ford and Orlene (Cantrell) Townley.
Survivors include wife, Susan Townley of Oxford; sons, Jason Ford Townley of Perry, Travis Austin Townley of Oxford; sister and brother-in-law, Joyce and Alex Pledger of Jefferson; brothers and sisters-in-law, Randall and Jackie Townley of Cleveland, GA; Roger and Becky Townley of Cumming, Cecil and Dottie Townley of Ellijay, Ronald and Wynell Townley, Don and Lynda Townley, all of Dawsonville; as well as several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
A Funeral Service for Dwight will be held Saturday, October 20, 2018, 11:00 A.M., at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Pastor Ron Heiber and Dr. Kerry Duncan officiating. Interment will follow in Lawnwood Memorial Park, Covington. Friends may visit with the family at the funeral home Friday, October 19, from 6:00 – 8:00 P.M.
Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, Covington, GA.
James R. “Jim” “Fellows” O’Brien Jr.: Obituary
Obituaries October 3, 2018James R. “Jim” “Fellows” O’Brien, Jr., 44, of Dawsonville passed away Sunday September 23, 2018.
Born March 25, 1974 in Houston, Texas, he had lived in Dawson County since 2003 having moved from Alpharetta. Mr. O’Brien worked along with his father in the fence business. He enjoyed fishing, boating and spending time with his family and friends.
Surviving are his son, Gavin Beres, Woodstock; parents, J. R. and Sharon O’Brien, Dawsonville; sisters and brothers in law, Lisa Dizon, Chicago, IL, Kim and James Munsey, Marietta, Kelly and Brian Womack, Dawsonville; nephews, Kyle Munsey, Tyler Womack, Logan Munsey, Cameron Munsey; nieces, Brittany Dean, Malea Dizon; and a number of other relatives.
Memorial services will be held Saturday September 29, 2018, at 2 o’clock at Chestatee Worship Center. Pastor Ricky Stepp will officiate.
Condolences may be expressed at www.beardenfuneralhome.com.
Bearden Funeral Home, Dawsonville, GA
Sara J. Catanzano: Obituary
Obituaries November 3, 2019
Sara J. Catanzano, 81, of Dawsonville passed away Saturday November 2, 2019 at Northeast Georgia Medical Center following a period of declining health.
Born March 14, 1938 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to the late Nunzio and Lena Martin, she had lived in this area since 1986. Sara was Past President of the Dawson County Women’s Club, was a member of the LaSocieta Italiano (Italian American Club), and the Thursday night dinner group. She was a founding member of Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church and was also preceded in death by a sister, Ann Battaglia, and a brother, Russell Martin.
Surviving are her husband of 62 years, Sam Catanzano, Jr., and a number of nieces, nephews and other relatives.
A memorial mass will be held Tuesday November 5, 2019 at 11 o’clock at Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church. Fr. Brian Higgins will officiate.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church Building Fund, 991 Kilough Church Road, Dawsonville, GA 30534.
Condolences may be expressed at www.beardenfuneralhome.com.
Bearden Funeral Home, Dawsonville, GA.
Randall Scott Owen: Obituary
Obituaries September 20, 2019
Randall Scott Owen, 44, of Dawsonville passed away Monday September 16, 2019.
Born May 19, 1975, he was a lifelong resident of Dawson County. He was formerly employed by Vertical Earth and enjoyed hunting and camping.
Surviving are his mother, Sharlene Cleveland, Gainesville; father, James Randall Owen, Dawsonville; sister and brother in law, Angela and Everett Gilbert, Missouri; grandmother, Wilda Pirkle, Dawsonville; nephews, Uriah Gilbert and Ansel Gilbert; and a number of other relatives.
Funeral services will be held Saturday September 21, 2019 at 1 o’clock at Bearden Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Chris Segars will officiate. Interment will follow in the Liberty Baptist Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends Friday from 4 until 8 at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the funeral home to assist with final expenses.
Condolences may be expressed at www.beardenfuneralhome.com.
Bearden Funeral Home, Dawsonville, GA.
Louise Hitch Knight: Obituary
Obituaries August 14, 2019
Louise Hitch Knight, 87, of Blue Ridge, Georgia, died peacefully in her home on Thursday, August 8, 2019. She was born in Fitzgerald, Georgia, on November 1, 1931, to Frank Hitch and Agnes Martin Hitch. She graduated from North Georgia College in 1951. Lou married Gordon E Knight in 1956. For many years she lived in Atlanta and worked for General Services Administration of the Federal Government until her retirement in 1993. She then worked for The Arthritis Foundation. In 2001, she moved to Blue Ridge. Lou loved cats, the color blue, reading books, working crossword puzzles, and her church. She had a great sense of humor and could light up a room with her smile. Lou is survived by her daughter, Marilou Knight (Rebecca Williams) and her daughters in love, Pam Garrett and Denise Ellwanger. There will be a Celebration of Life Service on September 7, 2019, at the Blue Ridge United Methodist Church at 10:00 AM. To honor Lou, please wear blue and cat items. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Humane Society of your choice and to Georgia Mountain Hospice.
John Edward Frank Broer: Obituary
Obituaries May 28, 2019
John Edward Frank Broer
John Edward Frank Broer, 54, of Dahlonega passed away Thursday May 2, 2019 at Northside Hospital Forsyth following a sudden illness.
Mr. Broer was born November 17, 1964. A resident of Lumpkin County for over 20 years, he attended New Life Church of God in Dawsonville. John worked on cars his entire life and was a very talented auto body repairman. He was currently employed at Chestatee Ford. John was the definition of a good man and would do anything for anybody. He was preceded in death by his parents, George Broer and Betty Hobbs.
Surviving are his wife, Kris McNeal Broer of Dahlonega; daughters and son in law, Cyndi and Tyler Jones of Dalonega, Keisha Nixon of Gainesville, Elizabeth McNeal of Atlanta; step-father, Carlton Hobbs of Cumming; sisters, Murri Broer and Robin Russell of Dacula, Jeannie and Dennis McMurry of North Carolina; brothers, Robert Broer of Louisiana, James Broer of Talmo, GA; mother in law, Faye Cleveland of Dawsonville; grandchildren, Kaylee, Ansley, Delen; special nieces, Ayla, Anna; a number of other relatives.
Funeral services will be held Sunday May 5, 2019 at 4 o’clock at Bearden Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Mike Owens will officiate.
The family will receive friends Sunday May 5, 2019 from 12 noon until 4 p.m. at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to your favorite charity.
Condolences may be expressed at www.beardenfuneralhome.com.
Bearden Funeral Home, Dawsonville, GA.
Shirley Evans Patterson: Obituary
Obituaries March 28, 2019
Shirley Evans Patterson
Shirley Evans Patterson, 72, of Dawsonville passed away Thursday March 21, 2019 at the Woodstock Nursing Home following a period of declining health.
Born December 10, 1946 in Forsyth County to the late Roscoe and Minnie Evans, she lived in Dawson County most of her life. Shirley did live a few years in Pickens County and was formerly employed by Lexington Components in Jasper. She attended Juno Baptist Church and was also preceded in death by her husband, Billy T. Patterson; and brothers, James Evans, and Vernie Evans.
Surviving are her sisters and brother in law, Annie and Billy Roland, Dawsonville; Tilda Eller Hobgood, Woodstock; brothers and sister in law, Cleve and Mildred Evans, Dawsonville, Bige Evans, Dawsonville; grandchildren, Tammy and Matt Butler, Jessica Patterson; a special niece, Jane Lewis, Acworth; and a number of other nieces, nephews and other relatives.
Funeral services will be held Saturday March 23, 2019 at 11 o’clock at Bearden Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Dennis Bottoms and Rev. Tommy Weldy will officiate. Interment will follow in the Dawsonville Memorial Gardens.
The family will receive friends Friday from 4 until 8 at the funeral home.
Condolences may be expressed at www.beardenfuneralhome.com.
Bearden Funeral Home, Dawsonville, GA.
John Andrew Makosky: Obituary
Obituaries February 6, 2019
John Andrew Makosky
John Andrew Makosky, 84, of Cumming passed away Sunday, February 3, 2019 at the Oaks at Hampton following a period of declining health.
Born July 24, 1934 in Montville, NJ to the late John and Mary Makosky, Mr. Makosky lived in Alpharetta for over 30 years before moving to the Oaks at Hampton in 2017. After a long career in the automotive industry, John retired from Webb Wheel Products in 1999. A U.S. Army veteran, John was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Joan Colette Makosky and son, John David Makosky.
Surviving are his children, Sharon and Terry Martin, Dawsonville, Diane and Dan Rennell, Rogers, AR; six grandchildren, Laura and Joe Grossman, Kevin Martin, Justin Rennell, Courtney Rennell, Evan and Alexis Rennell, Hannah Rennell; and sister, Dorothy Makosky, Montville, NJ.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, February 7, 2019 at 3:30 p.m. at Bearden Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at Dawsonville Memorial Gardens.
The family will receive friends Thursday from 2 p.m. until the hour of service at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, www.cancer.org.
Condolences may be expressed at www.beardenfuneralhome.com.
Hector, Dawson Co. Sheriff’s Dept. K-9: Obituary
Obituaries January 15, 2019
Hector was a trained service dog who served with the Dawson County Sheriff’s Department K-9 unit from 2012 until he passed away while on duty in November of 2018.
To honor his service to this community, a memorial service to honor him will be held Wednesday January 9, 2019 at 11 o’clock at the Bearden Funeral Home Chapel.
Earni Pulley: Obituary
Obituaries January 15, 2019
Earni Pulley, 75, of Dawsonville passed away Monday December 31, 2018 at his residence following a period of declining health.
Born December 5, 1943 in Kentucky, Mr. Pulley had been a resident of Dawsonville for almost 30 years. He was a U.S. Army veteran who served in Vietnam and attended Glory Divine Baptist Church in Cumming. For many years he worked as a mechanic on all types of equipment. Earni was preceded in death by the mother of his children, Carolyn F. Haygood and daughter, Janet Leora Roser.
Surviving are his children, Rita Ellen Kauanoe of Alabama, Missy Lucille Bright of Dawsonville, Earniest Lee Pulley, Jr. of Alabama; husband-in-law, Charles Haygood of Dawsonville; 12 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; other relatives.
A memorial service will be held on Sunday January 6, 2019 at 2 p.m. at Bearden Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Donnie Adams will officiate.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday January 4, 2019 from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to any charity that helps disabled veterans.
Condolences may be expressed at www.beardenfuneralhome.com.
Bearden Funeral Home, Dawsonville, GA
Ralph Mathews: Obituary
Obituaries January 15, 2019
February 25, 1960 – January 02, 2019
Mr. Ralph Mathews, age 58, of Dawsonville, passed away Wednesday, January 2, 2019 at his residence.
Mr. Mathews is survived by his Daughters and Sons-in-Law: Jessie & Josh Sheriff of Marble Hill; and Megan & Tyler Chaney of Dahlonega. Sisters & Brothers-in-Law: Cynthia & Junior Spriggs of Marble Hill; Jane & Philip O’Bryant of Jasper; and Sister: Jennifer Allen of Marble Hill. Also Two Grandchildren: Brax & Kane Sheriff. Several Nieces and Nephews also survive.
The family will be receiving friends Saturday, January 5,2019 from 11:00 AM until 9:00 PM and Sunday, January 6, from 8:00 AM until the funeral hour.
Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Sunday, January 6, in the Cagle Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Jason Hamby and Rev. Hunter Satterfield will be officiating.
Pall Bearers: Mathew O’Bryant, James Satterfield, Stevie Morris, John Chastain, Kerry Veazey and Stanley Payne.
Internment will be at Corinth Baptist Church Cemetery immediately following the funeral services.
Cagle Funeral Home is honored to serve the Mathews family.
Jan Nix: Obituary
Obituaries December 27, 2018
Jan Nix, 80, of Dawsonville passed away Wednesday December 19, 2018.
Born December 4, 1938 in Columbus, Georgia to the late George and Dorothy Nell Parkman, she lived in Dawsonville for the past 20 years having moved from Stone Mountain. A homemaker at her death, she worked for many years as a Registered Nurse. Jan enjoyed cooking, playing cards, reading and she was especially devoted to her grandchildren. A member of the First Baptist Church of Dawsonville, she was also preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Neil Brian Nix.
Surviving are her children, Laura and Robert VanLeuven, Cumming, Brian and Jessica Nix, Cumming; grandchildren, Mackenzie VanLeuven, Evan Nix, Jackson Nix; and her pomeranian, Nellie.
Funeral services will be held Friday December 21, 2018 at 11 o’clock at the First Baptist Church of Dawsonville. Dr. Jim Gaines will officiate. Interment will follow in Sawnee View Gardens.
The family will receive friends Thursday from 6 until 8 at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the First Baptist Church of Dawsonville, P. O. Box 1358, Dawsonville, GA 30534.
Condolences may be expressed at www.beardenfuneralhome.com.
Bearden Funeral Home, Dawsonville, GA.
David Winston “Red” Goode: Obituary
Obituaries December 27, 2018
David Winston “Red” Goode, 83, of Marble Hill, GA passed away peacefully on Monday, December 17, 2018 at Seasons Hospice IPU, Cumming, GA. He was born on September 4, 1935, to the late Boyd and Effie Goode. He was a lifelong resident of Dawson County and a member of Amicalola Baptist Church. Red had a love for Nascar, Falcons Football, Fishing and Gardening. He was a loving husband, father and papa, he earned the nickname Noah because of his love of animals. He was a Master Masonry worker for over 50 years.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Dot Goode; daughter, Sharon Goode, six brothers and two sisters.
He is survived by his daughters and sons in law, Debra and Jackie Howington of Gainesville, GA, Lynn and Dave Jospeh of Dawsonville, GA, Regina Shaw of Cumming, GA, Robin and Nathan Mooney of Dawsonville, GA; grandchildren, Jerry Shaw, Tasha and Don Hamil, Shannon and Brian Holden, Alex and Katie Shaw, Nikki and Jason Eller, Kelly Joseph Riley; twelve great grandchildren; sister, Eunice Reed; brother, Huey Goode; and numerous other nieces and nephews and other family members survive.
Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, December 19, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at the Bearden Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Ronnie Bennett officiating.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, December 18, 2018 from 12:00 – 8:00 p.m. and again on Wednesday from 11:00 until service time at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to help with final expenses.
Condolences may be left at www.beardenfuneralhome.com
Bearden Funeral Home, Dawsonville, GA