Obituaries

Mary Eveline Okelley

Mary Eveline Okelley

Apr 4, 2023

Mary Eveline Okelley , age 85 of Winder passed away Tuesday, April 4, 2023. A Funeral service will be held 2:00 pm Monday, April 10, 2023 at Lawson Funeral Home Chapel. Officiating will be Rev. Russell Page. In lieu of flowers the family asks for a love offering made to Lawson Funeral Home. Interment at...

Betty Ann Williams “Roland”

Betty Ann Williams “Roland”

Mar 31, 2023

Betty Ann Williams , age 87 of Commerce passed away Friday, March 31, 2023. She is survived by her daughters Joanne Pratt of Lawrenceville, Connie B. Guzman of Commerce, Kathy Osburn and husband Bill of Commerce; brother Thomas Roland; sister Jane Gibson of Cumming, grandchildren Ashley Chambers and husband Kevin of Commerce, Stephanie Joldersma and...

John Arthur Holder

John Arthur Holder

Mar 30, 2023

John Arthur Holder , age 87 of Braselton passed away Thursday, March 30, 2023.A  Funeral service will be held 5:00 pm Sunday, April 2, 2023 at Lawson Funeral Home Chapel. Officiating will be Rev. Danny Peek and Bishop Jerry Gadis. The family will receive friends 4:00 pm Sunday, April 2, 2023 at the funeral home. Interment cremation....

Susan Jane Pethel

Susan Jane Pethel

Mar 30, 2023

Susan Jane Pethel, age 60, of Braselton passed away Thursday, March 30, 2023.  Susan enjoyed camping, attending softball tournaments with her granddaughter, shopping and visiting with extended family members.  Survivors include Gary Vogt; son Greg S. Pethel and wife Whitney of Braselton; granddaughter Lillie Pethel and a host of other relatives.  She was preceded in death by...

Dianne Shipman

Dianne Shipman

Mar 30, 2023

Dianne Shipman, age 74 of Commerce passed away Thursday, March 30, 2023. She is survived by her husband Matthew Shipman Sr., sons Jimmy Fitts and wife Judy, Matthew (Boo) Shipman Jr., George Shipman and wife Sherry and son in law Eddie King; daughters Rose Shipman and husband Michael and  Betty Johnson; 23 grandchildren; 22 great...

Peggy Ann Matthews Griffitts

Peggy Ann Matthews Griffitts

Mar 20, 2023

Peggy Ann Matthews Griffitts , age 80, of Hoschton, GA, beloved wife, mother and grandmother passed away Monday, March 20, 2023. Survivors include her daughters Kimberly (Shannon) Sell of Hoschton, GA and Angie Armistead (James) Ballard of Acworth, GA. Peggy was blessed with five grandchildren, Saige Armistead, Brynna Armistead, Kate Fouts, Alexa Armistead, and John Fouts, all...

Jack Dale David

Jack Dale David

Mar 13, 2023

Jack Dale David , age 83 of Lawrenceville passed away Monday, March 13, 2023. Jack was a United States Navy Veteran as well as an amazing husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He is survived by his wife Linda A. David; son Joseph David and wife Jennifer of Hoschton; daughters Jacquelin Wells and husband Billy of Sugar Hill,...

Elizabeth Marie Bray

Elizabeth Marie Bray

Mar 12, 2023

Elizabeth Marie Bray, age 33 of Athens passed away Sunday, March 12, 2023. A Graveside service will be held 10:30 am Friday, March 31, 2023 at Georgia National Cemetery in Canton. The family will receive friends 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Thursday, March 30, 2023 at Lawson Funeral Home. Arrangements by Lawson Funeral Home 4532...

Sharon “Blondie” Wilson

Sharon “Blondie” Wilson

Mar 11, 2023

Sharon Denise Wilson , age 52 of Winder passed away Saturday, March 11, 2023. Sharon was from Barrow County and was a member of the Tyrus Baptist Church. She loved camping, fishing, the beach, writing in her journal while listening to music, her family, and most of all being a memaw. She is survived by...

Dr. Michael William Roth

Dr. Michael William Roth

Mar 11, 2023

Dr. Michael William Roth, of Braselton, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, March 11, 2023.  Michael was born on April 13, 1958, in Paterson, New Jersey, and leaves behind his loving wife, Sarina Rowley Roth; his parents, Harold and Adaline Roth; his sister, Darren Shartle and her husband Bill; his niece and nephews, Rachel LaGrosse (and husband, John),...

Margaret “Peggy” Wilkes Burch

Margaret “Peggy” Wilkes Burch

Mar 7, 2023

Margaret “Peggy” Wilkes Burch , age 93 of Braselton went home to be with the Lord and Savior on Tuesday, March 7, 2023. She was born on April 30, 1929, in Colon, Republic of Panama. She was the daughter of Margaret and Leo Wilkes. Peggy, was a devoted wife and mother who cherished her family....

Mary “Tomi” Mitchell

Mary “Tomi” Mitchell

Feb 28, 2023

Mary “Tomi” Mitchell, age 93, of Hoschton passed away Tuesday, February 28, 2023. Tomi grew up on a cattle ranch in Canton, GA.  While still in high school, she was employed with Southern Bell.  Later Tomi moved to the Stone Mountain/Tucker area where she and her husband raised their children.  They then moved to a...

Jeannette Charlotte Holbrook

Jeannette Charlotte Holbrook

Feb 19, 2023

Jeannette Charlotte Holbrook , age 81, of Winder passed away Sunday, February 19, 2023.  Memorial services will be held 2:00 pm Sunday, February 26, 2023 at Lawson Funeral Home Chapel.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.  Arrangements by Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53, Hoschton, GA,...

Steven Jay Clausen

Steven Jay Clausen

Feb 16, 2023

Steven Jay Clausen , age 72 of Commerce passed away Thursday, February 16, 2023. There are no services at this time. Interment cremation. Arrangements by Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53 Hoschton, Ga., 30548. lawsonfuneralhome.org. 706-654-0966.

Thomas “Tom” Joseph Lozano

Thomas “Tom” Joseph Lozano

Feb 13, 2023

Thomas “Tom” Joseph Lozano, age 71, of Hoschton, Ga passed away on February 13, 2023.  Tom was born on Long Island, NY to parents Thomas and Gladys Lozano on April 21, 1951.  Tom graduated from St. Joseph’s High School in Atlanta, Ga and the University of Notre Dame.  For over 30 years, Tom was a...

Jewell Shaffer Berry

Jewell Shaffer Berry

Feb 12, 2023

Jewell Shaffer Berry , age 75 of Jefferson passed away Sunday, February 12, 2023. Jewell was an avid member of the Hoschton Baptist Church. She also had the whole collection of Gone With The Wind. She was married for 53 years to her beloved husband Bob Berry. She is survived by her...

Herman “Alton” Wiley

Herman “Alton” Wiley

Feb 11, 2023

Herman “Alton” Wiley, age 100 of Suwannee passed away Saturday, February 11, 2023. Alton served in World War II and spent nearly two years on the aircraft carrier USS Ticonderoga. Alton even volunteered for the Navy just too see more action, he is respected and honored for his service. Alton is survived by his daughters;...

Verlin Boudreaux Murphy

Verlin Boudreaux Murphy

Feb 9, 2023

Verlin Boudreaux Murphy , age 92 of Gainesville passed away Thursday, February 9, 2023. She was a member of St. Thomas More Parish in Baton Rouge, LA for 48 years as well as the Prince of Peace Parish in Flowery Branch for 10 years and was a lifetime member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the...

Ronald Bruce Mink

Ronald Bruce Mink

Feb 5, 2023

Ronald Bruce Mink , age 87 of Flowery Branch passed away Sunday, February 5, 2023. There are no services at this time. Interment cremation. Arrangements by Lawson Funeral Home 4532 Hwy 53 Hoschton, Ga., 30548. lawsonfuneralhome.org. 706-654-0966.

Daisy Dene Uhl

Daisy Dene Uhl

Feb 2, 2023

Daisy Dene Uhl, age 92 of Jefferson passed away Thursday, February 2, 2023. There are no services at this time. Arrangements by Lawson Funeral Home 4532 Hwy 53 Hoschton, Ga 30548. lawsonfuneralhome.org. 706-654-0966.