G. W. Evans, 88, of Dawsonville passed away Wednesday November 27, 2019 at Chestnut Ridge following a period of declining health.
Born July 22, 1931 to the late Guy and Ida Evans, he was a lifelong resident of Dawson County. Mr. Evans worked many years as a timber cutter and was a partner in Tim’s Small Engines. He was of the Baptist faith and was also preceded in death by his sisters, Voncille Evans, Eva Mae Grindle, and a brother, Gene Evans.
Surviving are his wife of 68 years, Mescal Evans, Dawsonville; children, Joyce and Larry Greenway, Dahlonega, Cindy and Elmer Clark, Gainesville, Tim and Cindy Evans, Dawsonville, Mike Evans, Dawsonville, Jeff and Denise Evans, Dawsonville; grandchildren, Lauranda and Chris Law, Danielle and Hugo Justinaino, Tabatha and Sol Marado, Kristi and Kenneth Sanders, Tim Evans, Jr., Jonathan and Jessi Evans, Jacob and Lamour Evans, Forrest and Becky Evans, Macy Evans; 10 great grandchildren; 4 great great grandchildren; and a number of other relatives.
Funeral services will be held Sunday December 1, 2019 at 2 o’clock at Bearden Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Stephen Davis will officiate. Interment will follow in the Liberty Baptist Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends Sunday from 12 noon until 2 p.m. at the funeral home.
Condolences may be expressed at www.beardenfuneralhome.com.
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Leonard “Leroy” Martin, 48, of Dawsonville passed away Thursday November 28, 2019.
Born October 29, 1971, he was a lifelong resident of Dawson County. He was a graduate of Dawson County High School and he loved everyone, especially children. Mr. Martin was a beloved son and brother. He was preceded in death by his birth mother, Linda Wehunt Martin, and grandparents, Corbin and Nellie Martin, Harvey Wehunt, and Velma Stamey.
Surviving are his parents, C. B. and Dorthy Martin, Dawsonville; brother, Timmy Martin and his companion, Jennifer Cash, Dawsonville; aunts and uncles, William and Betty Martin, Gainesville, James Thomas Wehunt, Dahlonega, Yancey and Patsy Savage, Dawsonville, Doris Wehunt, Dawsonville; step brothers and sister in law, Dennis and Carolyn Anderson, Suches, Jason Anderson, Dawsonville, Jarvis Anderson, Cumming, and a number of nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
Funeral services will be held Monday December 2, 2019 at 1 o’clock at Bearden Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Eric Watson, Rev. John Roden, and Rev. Sam Rawlins will officiate. Interment will follow in the Etowah Baptist Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends Sunday from 3 until 8 at the funeral home.
Condolences may be expressed at www.beardenfuneralhome.com.
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Bill Gable, beloved bassman (guitarist) from Atlanta, Georgia. passed away on Friday, November 8th, shortly before noon at Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville, Georgia. He was born on September 28, 1954.

Bill and Debra, his wife and partner of 32 years, had just recently moved from their home in Lawrenceville, Georgia to retire in Murphy, North Carolina. Bill and Debra met playing music, and shared the same love of music. They were looking forward to performing together in retirement, and Bill planned to continue his internet business.

When Bill was younger, his family moved to Atlanta where he spent his formidable years. He started playing a Fender bass guitar at age 14, only to later become a dedicated Rickenbacker bass guitar player. At one time he had over 50 bass guitars in his arsenal. He had found his true passion.

In 1977, Bill enrolled in Georgia State University School of Business for Music Business. He did DJ work for the college, and started playing music professionally throughout Atlanta. For years he played in and managed the band “Snake Doctor”, which was the house band for a period of time at Rock Bridge Saloon.

Bill had been struggling with Type I diabetes for the past several years. In the last year his health started to rapidly decline. His primary care physician determined that he had additional issues which required a CT scan. The Sunday before his scheduled procedure for an esophagus exploratory scope and biopsy, Bill collapsed several times. He was transported from Blairsville’s Union General Hospital to Northeast Georgia Medical Center for a biopsy and evaluation that resulted in the diagnosis of esophageal cancer.

Bill’s wife Debra, his mother Audrey Lanoux Gable of Decatur, Georgia, his sister Gwendolyn Gable of Decatur, Georgia, his brother Brad Gable of Denver, Colorado, as well as close friends, were able to visit with Bill at the hospital until his passing.

There will be no public viewing for Bill, as he chose to be cremated. A service is planned in the near future and details will be provided on this site.

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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.
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Ricky Howard Vaughan, 65, of Dawsonville, GA passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2019 at his residence after a short illness. He was born to the late Charles Howard and Frances Nell Vaughan. Ricky loved motorcycles and was most fond of Peanut Butter Crackers. He was a loving Husband, Father and Grandfather.

He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Janet M. Vaughan of Dawsonville, GA; children, Naomi Vaughan of Dawsonville, GA, Brent Vaughan of Dawsonville, GA, Timothy Ray Vaughan of Dawsonville, GA; grandchildren, Madison Christine Webb of Dawsonville, GA and Greg Thomas Webb of Dawsonville, GA.

A Graveside Service will be held on Wednesday, November 6, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at Green Lawn Cemetery, Roswell, GA with the Rev. Brody Hughes officiating.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 4:00-8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made in Ricky’s memory to Juno Baptist Church, 3832 Sweetwater-Juno Rd. Dawsonville, GA 30534

Condolence may be left online at www.beardenfuneralhome.com

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James Anthony “Jim” Lowe, Jr., 94 of Dawsonville passed away Friday November 29, 2019 at his residence following a period of declining health.
Born August 17, 1925 in Philadelphia, PA to the late James F. and Sarah Lowe, he had lived in Dawsonville for the past 37 years having moved from New Jersey. Mr. Lowe was a lifetime electrician and loved music. His biggest passion was serving his church. He was a founding member of Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church and was also preceded in death by his sister, Sarah Bassett.
Surviving is his wife of 73 years, Rita Lowe, of Dawsonville; nephew, Michael Bassett, and his wife, Rhonda.
A memorial mass will be held at a later date.
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.
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Lonnie Dean Reynolds, 72, of Dawsonville, GA passed away on Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at his residence after an extended illness. He was born to the late Lytle Ernest and Beaulah Kate Reynolds. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church, Dawsonville, GA. He was a Vietnam veteran of the United States Army. Lonnie was a Field Service Engineer for 28 years with PerkinElmer.

He is preceded in death by his brothers in law, Stanley Elder and Rickie Schradin.

He is survived by his wife, Sandra Reynolds of Dawsonville, GA; sons and daughter in law, Lytle John Reynolds of Dawsonville, GA, Michael Charles and Rochelle Denise Reynolds of Dawsonville, GA; grandchildren: Alexander Morgan Reynolds and Spencer Dean Reynolds; brother and sister in law, Ernest Ray and Cherry Reynolds of Bluff City, TN; sisters and brothers in law, Hazel Ilene and Phil Germann of Cincinnati, OH, Marcha Elder of Cincinnati, OH, Cathy Schradin of Cincinnati, OH, Wyvonna and Ron Hunkler of Cincinnati, OH; and numerous nieces and nephews. Special caregivers, Kindred Hospice and Rescare Home Care.

A Graveside service will be held at a later date at Butler County Memorial Park, Hamilton, OH.

Condolences may be left online at www.beardenfuneralhome.com

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Jason Scott Tullis, 54 of Dawsonville, GA passed away at his residence on Saturday, November 9, 2019.

A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at 4:00 p.m. at the Bearden Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 2:00 p.m until service time.

Donna Dixon, 53, of Dawsonville passed away Sunday November 17, 2019.
Born December 19, 1965 in Logansport, LA, she had lived in Dawson County for the past 30 years. Donna was a homemaker and was preceded in death by a daughter, Holli Abercrombie, her mother and several sisters and brothers.
Surviving are her husband of 26 years, Alan Dixon, Dawsonville; son, Brandon Abercrombie, Cleveland; granddaughter, Ava Abercrombie; and a sister, Ann Flowers, Ruston, LA.
A celebration of life visitation will be held Saturday November 23, 2019 from 12 noon until 2 p.m. at Bearden Funeral Home.
Condolences may be expressed at www.beardenfuneralhome.com.
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Douglas L. Stowers, 82, of Dawsonville passed away Friday November 1, 2019 at his residence following a period of declining health.
Born December 20, 1936 to the late Harry and Dola Stowers, Douglas was a lifelong resident of Dawson County. A member of Cross Roads Baptist Church, he was a loving and devoted daddy and papa. Mr. Stowers was preceded in death by his wife, Ethell M. Stowers; daughter in law, Lisa Stowers; brothers, Lewis Stowers and Vernon Stowers.
Surviving are his daughters, Gayla Gay, Kim Stowers; sons, Paul Stowers, Joel Stowers, Jason Stowers, all of Dawsonville; sister and brother in law, Elaine and Hugh Holcomb of Gainesville; grandchildren, Whitney Gay, Alex Gay, Evan Stowers, Eli Stowers, Erica Martin, Tyler Stowers, Shandee Stowers; great-grandchildren, Caroline Grace Suggs, Chase Stowers; several nieces, nephews and other relatives.
Funeral services will be held Sunday, November 3, 2019 at 2 p.m. at Bearden Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Ruel Martin and Rev. Josh Coker will officiate. Interment will follow in Cross Roads Baptist Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday November 2 from 3 p.m. until 8 p.m.
Condolences may be expressed at www.beardenfuneralhome.com.
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SFC, Wayne G. Watkins, U. S. Army retired, 74, of Dawsonville passed away Tuesday October 29, 2019 at his residence.
Born June 8, 1945 in Cleveland, Ohio, he had lived in Dawson County since 2004 having moved from Hinesville, GA. Wayne retired as a Sergeant First Class from the U. S. Army where he served for 20 years. He served 2 tours in Vietnam as a Combat Infantryman and was awarded 21 medals including the Bronze Star and the Silver Star. Wayne was very active in the Vietnam Veterans of America and first joined the VVA Savannah Chapter # 671 in 1992. He helped organize and founded the Liberty Chapter #789 in Hinesville and the Dawson County Chapter #970 in 2005. Wayne served in leadership positions in each chapter where he was a member and also served two terms as President of the Georgia State Council and on the Conference of State Presidents at the national level. Mr. Watkins was a graduate of Leadership Dawson and was very active in many organizations that serve Dawson County as well as the surrounding counties. He served as a deacon of Grace Presbyterian Church.
Surviving are his wife of 46 years, Carol Watkins, Dawsonville; son, Scott Watkins, Texas; and a grandson, William Scott Lavalliere.
A memorial service will be held Friday November 1, 2019 at 11 a.m. at Grace Presbyterian Church. Rev. David Jordan will officiate.
Interment services will be held Tuesday November 5, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. at Georgia Nation Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Grace Presbyterian Church, P. O. Box 201, Dawsonville, GA 30534, or to the VVA Chapter #970, P. O. Box 1205, Dawsonville, GA 30534.
Condolences may be expressed at www.beardenfuneralhome.com.
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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.