HOMER – Gary H. “BoBo” Gailey, 40, died Monday, July 19, 2010, at the BJC Hospital in Commerce.
Born in Commerce, he was the son of Larry C. and Carrina Brock Gailey of Homer.
Survivors in addition to his parents include a sister, Lisa and Brian Norris, Homer; nephews, Kevin Norris and Seth Norris; and a niece, Shelby Gailey.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 22, at 2 p.m., from the chapel of Ivie Funeral Home, after which the body will be cremated.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home Thursday from 8 a.m. until the time of service and at other times at the residence located at 1018 Scales Creek Rd., Homer.
Ivie Funeral Home, Commerce, is in charge of arrangements.
Banks County - Topics from July, 2010
Randy Farrington
LULA – Randy Lamar Farrington, 49, died Thursday, July 15, 2010, at Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville.
Born in Floyd County, he was the son of Carol Joyce Evans Farrington of Junction City, Kan., and the late Wesley Lamar Farrington. He did drywall construction.
Survivors in addition to his mother include his wife, Patricia McClure Farrington, Lula; a son, Hayden Farrington, Lula; daughter, Kara Farrington, Lula; brothers, Andy Farrington, Junction City, Kan., and Wesley Farrington, Charlotte, N.C.; sisters, Rachel Hopkins, Alabama, and Lydia Busbin, Junction City, Kan.
Memorial services will be held Tuesday, July 20, at 3 p.m., from the Lula Assembly of Praise with Mr. Scotty Poole officiating. The family will receive friends at the church on Tuesday, July 20, from 2 to 3 p.m.
Little-Ward Funeral Home, Commerce, is in charge of arrangements.
Born in Floyd County, he was the son of Carol Joyce Evans Farrington of Junction City, Kan., and the late Wesley Lamar Farrington. He did drywall construction.
Survivors in addition to his mother include his wife, Patricia McClure Farrington, Lula; a son, Hayden Farrington, Lula; daughter, Kara Farrington, Lula; brothers, Andy Farrington, Junction City, Kan., and Wesley Farrington, Charlotte, N.C.; sisters, Rachel Hopkins, Alabama, and Lydia Busbin, Junction City, Kan.
Memorial services will be held Tuesday, July 20, at 3 p.m., from the Lula Assembly of Praise with Mr. Scotty Poole officiating. The family will receive friends at the church on Tuesday, July 20, from 2 to 3 p.m.
Little-Ward Funeral Home, Commerce, is in charge of arrangements.
Fred Gibson
HOMER – Fred Gibson, 83, died Thursday, July 15, 2010, at Habersham County Medical Center following a period of declining health.
Born in Banks County on October 14, 1926, he was the son of the late Owen and Dicey Jane Lawrence Gibson. He was retired as group leader with Lumite Corporation with 36-1/2 years of dedicated service. He was a member of Damascus Baptist Church and attended Mt. View Baptist Church. He enjoyed gardening and farming. Mr. Gibson was preceded in death by a daughter, Patsy Jean Gibson; and sisters, Edith Churchwell Watkins and Florene Fulghum.
Survivors include his loving wife of 61 years, Lucille Jackson Gibson, Homer; sons, Eddie Randall Gibson and Roger Carroll Gibson, both of Homer; a brother, Roy Gibson, Toccoa; sister, Marilyn Sturlock, Toccoa; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 17, at 2 p.m., from the chapel of McGahee-Griffin & Stewart Funeral Home with the Revs. James Harvey and Luther Williams officiating. Burial will be in the Old Damascus Baptist Church cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday, July 16, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. The family is at the residence.
McGahee-Griffin & Stewart Funeral Home, Cornelia, is in charge of arrangements.
Born in Banks County on October 14, 1926, he was the son of the late Owen and Dicey Jane Lawrence Gibson. He was retired as group leader with Lumite Corporation with 36-1/2 years of dedicated service. He was a member of Damascus Baptist Church and attended Mt. View Baptist Church. He enjoyed gardening and farming. Mr. Gibson was preceded in death by a daughter, Patsy Jean Gibson; and sisters, Edith Churchwell Watkins and Florene Fulghum.
Survivors include his loving wife of 61 years, Lucille Jackson Gibson, Homer; sons, Eddie Randall Gibson and Roger Carroll Gibson, both of Homer; a brother, Roy Gibson, Toccoa; sister, Marilyn Sturlock, Toccoa; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 17, at 2 p.m., from the chapel of McGahee-Griffin & Stewart Funeral Home with the Revs. James Harvey and Luther Williams officiating. Burial will be in the Old Damascus Baptist Church cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday, July 16, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. The family is at the residence.
McGahee-Griffin & Stewart Funeral Home, Cornelia, is in charge of arrangements.
Max Lewallen
CARNESVILLE – Max J. Lewallen, 71, of the Nail’s Creek Community, died Tuesday, July 6, 2010.
Born on December 11, 1938, in Franklin County, he was the son of Cosette Miller Lewallen of Carnesville and the late Golden Lewallen. Mr. Lewallen was preceded in death by a brother, Edwin Lewallen.
He was a graduate of Banks County High School, obtained his B.S. and M.S. degree in Agriculture Engineering at the University of Georgia. He worked in agriculture research for UGA at the Southern Piedmont Research Station in Watkinsville. He was a licensed professional engineer, licensed surveyor and formed Paul & Lewallen Surveyors and Engineers with James Paul. He later formed Max Lewallen & Associates. He was a member of the Nail’s Creek Baptist Church, where he served as deacon and Sunday school teacher.
Survivors in addition to his mother include his wife, Jeanette Bellamy Lewallen; a son, Timothy Scott Lewallen, Carnesville; daughters, Toni Suzanne Lewallen, Newport, R.I., and Traci Lewallen Dulaney, Ooltewah, Tenn.; granddaughter, Nora Dulaney, Oolteway, Tenn.; sister and brother-in-law, Brenda and Wilton Bellamy, Carnesville; sister-in-law, Avis Lewallen, Carnesville.
Funeral services were held Saturday, July 10, from the Nail’s Creek Baptist Church with the Revs. Duane Eller, Claude McBride and Jim McClendon officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Nail’s Creek Baptist Church Restoration Fund.
Ginn Funeral Home, Carnesville, was in charge of arrangements.
Born on December 11, 1938, in Franklin County, he was the son of Cosette Miller Lewallen of Carnesville and the late Golden Lewallen. Mr. Lewallen was preceded in death by a brother, Edwin Lewallen.
He was a graduate of Banks County High School, obtained his B.S. and M.S. degree in Agriculture Engineering at the University of Georgia. He worked in agriculture research for UGA at the Southern Piedmont Research Station in Watkinsville. He was a licensed professional engineer, licensed surveyor and formed Paul & Lewallen Surveyors and Engineers with James Paul. He later formed Max Lewallen & Associates. He was a member of the Nail’s Creek Baptist Church, where he served as deacon and Sunday school teacher.
Survivors in addition to his mother include his wife, Jeanette Bellamy Lewallen; a son, Timothy Scott Lewallen, Carnesville; daughters, Toni Suzanne Lewallen, Newport, R.I., and Traci Lewallen Dulaney, Ooltewah, Tenn.; granddaughter, Nora Dulaney, Oolteway, Tenn.; sister and brother-in-law, Brenda and Wilton Bellamy, Carnesville; sister-in-law, Avis Lewallen, Carnesville.
Funeral services were held Saturday, July 10, from the Nail’s Creek Baptist Church with the Revs. Duane Eller, Claude McBride and Jim McClendon officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Nail’s Creek Baptist Church Restoration Fund.
Ginn Funeral Home, Carnesville, was in charge of arrangements.
James House
GILLSVILLE – James Wilburn House, 81, went home to be with Jesus on Wednesday, July 7, 2010.
He grew up in Gillsville, the son of the late Judge House and Eunice House. Mr. House was preceded in death by sisters, Georgia Smith, Maxine Pinion and Sarah Fortner. He had many talents. He was a retired barber, retired school bus driver of 47 years in which he drove many family generations to school including his kids and grandkids, but his passion was in building houses which he did for 40 to 50 years and farming. James loved his tractor and planting his gardens. He touched so many lives over the years and his love for Jesus and people radiated through him.
James lived his life for Jesus and his family. He was always ready to lend a helping hand to someone in need and never met a stranger. So no tears, please for this is a time to celebrate his life. Remember James would say, “You all still have a place in my heart and to live for Jesus and pray.” Remember to wear those bright smiles and bright colors and help us celebrate James House’s life.
Survivors include those loved most, his wife of 60 years, Betty Grace House, Gillsville; daughters and sons-in-law, Diane and Dale Purcell, Homer, Jeanne and Steve Webb, Gillsville; son and daughter-in-law, Tim and Kay House, Gillsville; six grandchildren who were the brightest spot in his life and they all loved their Papa James, Kevin and April Purcell, Commerce, Sandie and Randy Parker, Macon, Jamie and Joe Anderson, Maysville, Jennifer Webb, Gillsville, Daphne and Matthew Moon, Homer, Holly and Ashley, Maysville; nine great-grandchildren plus one that is on the way who loved their Papa James and he loved them, Landon Purcell, Andrew and Chandler James Parker, Emma Grace and Colby (on the way) Anderson, Tyler, Emily and Sarah Moon, Ella Little; other family members, Pam and Jim Butler family, Gillsville, Patty and Wayne Gee family, Gainesville, and other family members; and many nieces and nephews.
The family wishes to express a special thank you to everyone over the years that has prayed, sent thoughts and well wishes and to Mrs. Blanche who has helped with the care giving.
James loved living and this is a time to celebrate his life so the family asks that everyone attending his service wear bright colors. Funeral services will be held Friday, July 9, at 3 p.m. at Gillsville Baptist Church with the Revs. Bill Calhoun, Tim House, Kevin Purcell and Bev Jones officiating. Burial will be in the Gillsville Cemetery. The body will lie in state from 2:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the church. The family will receive friends from 2 to 9 p.m. Thursday, July 8, at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to The James House Memorial, c/o Gillsville Baptist Church, P.O. Box 416, Gillsville, GA 30543.
Ward’s Funeral Home, Gainesville, is in charge of arrangements.
He grew up in Gillsville, the son of the late Judge House and Eunice House. Mr. House was preceded in death by sisters, Georgia Smith, Maxine Pinion and Sarah Fortner. He had many talents. He was a retired barber, retired school bus driver of 47 years in which he drove many family generations to school including his kids and grandkids, but his passion was in building houses which he did for 40 to 50 years and farming. James loved his tractor and planting his gardens. He touched so many lives over the years and his love for Jesus and people radiated through him.
James lived his life for Jesus and his family. He was always ready to lend a helping hand to someone in need and never met a stranger. So no tears, please for this is a time to celebrate his life. Remember James would say, “You all still have a place in my heart and to live for Jesus and pray.” Remember to wear those bright smiles and bright colors and help us celebrate James House’s life.
Survivors include those loved most, his wife of 60 years, Betty Grace House, Gillsville; daughters and sons-in-law, Diane and Dale Purcell, Homer, Jeanne and Steve Webb, Gillsville; son and daughter-in-law, Tim and Kay House, Gillsville; six grandchildren who were the brightest spot in his life and they all loved their Papa James, Kevin and April Purcell, Commerce, Sandie and Randy Parker, Macon, Jamie and Joe Anderson, Maysville, Jennifer Webb, Gillsville, Daphne and Matthew Moon, Homer, Holly and Ashley, Maysville; nine great-grandchildren plus one that is on the way who loved their Papa James and he loved them, Landon Purcell, Andrew and Chandler James Parker, Emma Grace and Colby (on the way) Anderson, Tyler, Emily and Sarah Moon, Ella Little; other family members, Pam and Jim Butler family, Gillsville, Patty and Wayne Gee family, Gainesville, and other family members; and many nieces and nephews.
The family wishes to express a special thank you to everyone over the years that has prayed, sent thoughts and well wishes and to Mrs. Blanche who has helped with the care giving.
James loved living and this is a time to celebrate his life so the family asks that everyone attending his service wear bright colors. Funeral services will be held Friday, July 9, at 3 p.m. at Gillsville Baptist Church with the Revs. Bill Calhoun, Tim House, Kevin Purcell and Bev Jones officiating. Burial will be in the Gillsville Cemetery. The body will lie in state from 2:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the church. The family will receive friends from 2 to 9 p.m. Thursday, July 8, at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to The James House Memorial, c/o Gillsville Baptist Church, P.O. Box 416, Gillsville, GA 30543.
Ward’s Funeral Home, Gainesville, is in charge of arrangements.
‘Ronnie’ Poole
GILLSVILLE – Ronald “Ronnie” Michael Poole, 70, better known as “Cotton,” died Friday, July 2, 2010 at Athens Regional Medical Center.
Born on June 19, 1940 in Gillsville, he ran “Cotton’s Grocery” for many years. He was a member of Gillsville Baptist Church and was well known in the community.
Survivors include his companion of over 25 years, Paulette Moody; her children, Mitchell and Sue Moody, Lorie and David Saylors, and Kenny and Brandy Moody: a brother and sister-in-law, Rev. Swayne Poole and Vivian Poole, Griffin; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were held Monday, July 5, from the chapel of Ivie Funeral Home. Burial was in Gillsville Baptist Church Cemetery.
Ivie Funeral Home, Commerce, was in charge of arrangements.
Born on June 19, 1940 in Gillsville, he ran “Cotton’s Grocery” for many years. He was a member of Gillsville Baptist Church and was well known in the community.
Survivors include his companion of over 25 years, Paulette Moody; her children, Mitchell and Sue Moody, Lorie and David Saylors, and Kenny and Brandy Moody: a brother and sister-in-law, Rev. Swayne Poole and Vivian Poole, Griffin; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were held Monday, July 5, from the chapel of Ivie Funeral Home. Burial was in Gillsville Baptist Church Cemetery.
Ivie Funeral Home, Commerce, was in charge of arrangements.
Forrest Hagan
COMMERCE – Forrest L. Hagan Jr., 83, died Monday, July 5, 2010.
Born in Rockmart, he was the son of Forrest L. Hagan Sr. and Ellen Cosby Hagan. A former Jackson County Commissioner, he was a business owner and a United States Navy veteran. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Commerce, BJC Hospital Authority and a former member of the Kiwanis Club. Mr. Hagan was preceded in death by his wife, Marthella Hagan.
Survivors include his son and daughter-in-law, Lee and Gina Hagan, Maysville; daughter, K. Ellen Hagan, Commerce; a niece and several nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday, July 8, from the First United Methodist Church of Commerce with David Bowen officiating. Burial will be at Jackson Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday, July 7, from 5 to 8 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church of Commerce Needy Fund, P.O. Box 755, Commerce, GA 30529.
Little-Ward Funeral Home, Commerce, is in charge of arrangements.
Born in Rockmart, he was the son of Forrest L. Hagan Sr. and Ellen Cosby Hagan. A former Jackson County Commissioner, he was a business owner and a United States Navy veteran. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Commerce, BJC Hospital Authority and a former member of the Kiwanis Club. Mr. Hagan was preceded in death by his wife, Marthella Hagan.
Survivors include his son and daughter-in-law, Lee and Gina Hagan, Maysville; daughter, K. Ellen Hagan, Commerce; a niece and several nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday, July 8, from the First United Methodist Church of Commerce with David Bowen officiating. Burial will be at Jackson Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday, July 7, from 5 to 8 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church of Commerce Needy Fund, P.O. Box 755, Commerce, GA 30529.
Little-Ward Funeral Home, Commerce, is in charge of arrangements.
Patricia Cook
ALTO – Patricia G. Cook, 86, died Thursday, July 1, 2010.
Born in Toledo, Ohio, on January 8, 1924, she was the daughter of the late Gordon Samuel and Oril Ellena Yates Gilmore. She was a United States Army Veteran having served during WWII obtaining the rank of Corporal. She had served as an administrative executive secretary and at age 54 became a licensed practical nurse. After retirement she served as a volunteer with Challenged Child and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Cornelia and the Currahee Mountain Good Sams R.V. Camping Group. She was a dedicated wife, mother and grandmother loved ones stated. Mrs. Cook was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Clinton Cook Sr.
Survivors include a daughter, Nancy Frazier, Elizabeth City, N.C.; sons and daughters-in-law, David and Marica Cook, Lula and Robert C. “Rusty” Cook Jr. and Mary Cook, Poinciana, Fla.; grandchildren, Clint Cook, Duluth, Lorrie Williams, Maryville, Ill., Jenny Parker, Troy, Ill., Lisa Frazier, Bergenfield, N.J. and Patricia Stone, Martinsburg, W.V.; and six great-grandchildren.
Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, July 10, at the First Baptist Church of Cornelia with the Rev. David Turner officiating.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church of Cornelia, P.O. Box 96, Cornelia, GA 30531.
Whitfield Funeral Home, South Chapel, Baldwin, is in charge of arrangements.
Born in Toledo, Ohio, on January 8, 1924, she was the daughter of the late Gordon Samuel and Oril Ellena Yates Gilmore. She was a United States Army Veteran having served during WWII obtaining the rank of Corporal. She had served as an administrative executive secretary and at age 54 became a licensed practical nurse. After retirement she served as a volunteer with Challenged Child and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Cornelia and the Currahee Mountain Good Sams R.V. Camping Group. She was a dedicated wife, mother and grandmother loved ones stated. Mrs. Cook was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Clinton Cook Sr.
Survivors include a daughter, Nancy Frazier, Elizabeth City, N.C.; sons and daughters-in-law, David and Marica Cook, Lula and Robert C. “Rusty” Cook Jr. and Mary Cook, Poinciana, Fla.; grandchildren, Clint Cook, Duluth, Lorrie Williams, Maryville, Ill., Jenny Parker, Troy, Ill., Lisa Frazier, Bergenfield, N.J. and Patricia Stone, Martinsburg, W.V.; and six great-grandchildren.
Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, July 10, at the First Baptist Church of Cornelia with the Rev. David Turner officiating.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church of Cornelia, P.O. Box 96, Cornelia, GA 30531.
Whitfield Funeral Home, South Chapel, Baldwin, is in charge of arrangements.
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