Obituaries

Apr 19, 2021

Richard David Hayes , age 60, of Jefferson passed away Monday, April 19, 2021.  Richard collected arrowheads.  He fished and watched baseball.  He was a Georgia Bulldog fan.  Survivors include his mother Marion Evelyn Hayes; sisters Connie Long of Jefferson and Louise Fortner of Hoschton.  He was preceded in death by his father David Hayes,...

Apr 12, 2021

Howard R. Orr , age 88, died on April 12, 2021 at his home in John’s Creek, Georgia surrounded by his loving family.  Howard was born on February 26, 1933 in Corning, New York to Melvin and Winona Orr. He married Mary J. Sementilli on September 10, 1955 at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church...

Apr 8, 2021

Lynn Neal Schmidt , age 73, of Dacula passed away Thursday, April 8, 2021.  Born in Enid, Oklahoma by his late parents Harold and Fern Breihan Schmidt.  Lynn was married to the Marylie Schmidt for 44 years prior to her death in 2020 .  He was a football star a this Garber High School.  He...

Apr 7, 2021

Stacy Darlene Mickle, age 39 of Loganville passed away Wednesday, April 7, 2021.  Stacy enjoyed scrapbooking as a hobby.  Survivors include her sons William Dodd and Damian Mickle both of Loganville; parents Larry and Kathy Pugh of Loganville; brother Randy Pugh of Loganville; sister Stephanie Langston and husband Benjie of Monroe; and a host of...

Apr 7, 2021

Johnny Ray Wilson, age 48 of Winder, Ga passed away Wednesday, April 7, 2021 near Tuscaloosa Alabama. Johnny was the father of 7 children and had 15 grandchildren. Johnny loved his family more than anything and spoiled his grandchildren as much as he could. Johnny worked with Joyride and managed the fan transportation division and...

Apr 6, 2021

Adam Clint West , age 33 of Winder went to be with Jesus on  Tuesday, April 6, 2021. He was the beloved son of Linda West. No services will be held at this time.  Lawson Funeral Home, 4532, Hwy 53, Hoschton, GA, 30548, www.lawsonfuneralhome.org, 706-654-0966.

Apr 5, 2021

Douglas Wayne Grimes, age 78 of Gainesville Georgia passed away Monday, April 5, 2021.  A Celebration Of Life Service will be held at a later date.  Mr. Grimes was born April 12, 1942 in Atlanta, Ga to the late Ralph and Essie Williams Grimes.  After high school he joined the United States Army and was on his...

Apr 3, 2021

Joyce Fortner McNab, Age 67 of Bethlehem Ga passed away Saturday, April 3, 2021 peacefully at her home surrounded by her family.  A Celebration of Life Service will be held privately at a later date.  She was born December 5, 1953 in Winder, Ga to Otis and Mary Pursley Fortner.  After high school she worked for Harwell...

Mar 30, 2021

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Shirley Ann Herndon, age 74, of Gainesville, passed away on Tuesday, March 30.  The memorial service will be held at 4:00pm, Friday, April 2, 2021 in the chapel of Lawson Funeral Home.

Shirley was born in Shreveport, Louisiana, on Saturday, November 30, 1946. She graduated high school in Shreveport, continued her education...

Mar 26, 2021

Marie Givens, Age 73 of Winder Georgia passed away Friday, March 26, 2021 peacefully at her residence.  Funeral Services will be held Friday, April 2, 2021 at 1:00 pm in the Chapel of Lawson Funeral Home with internment to follow at Oakland Community Cemetery in Lawrenceville, Ga.  She was born in Tomahawk, KY on April 11, 1947...

Mar 25, 2021

Mr. Glenn “Nick” Arthur Nichols, Sr., age 73 of Braselton Georgia passed away Thursday, March 25, 2021.  A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, April 3, 2021 at 3:00pm in the Sanctuary of Macedonia Community Baptist Church with Military Honors.  The family will receive family and friends one hour prior to service.  Nick was born...

Mar 24, 2021

Danny Garrison , age 52 of Winder passed away Wednesday, March 24,2021.  Danny loved NASCAR, coffee, his hats, his friends and new shoes. He also loved attending church at Hoschton Church of God of Prophecy. Survivors include is brother Tim Richardson and wife Mysti; several close friends who love him and will miss him very...

Mar 23, 2021

Clarence Roger Pethel , age 81, of Gillsville passed away Tuesday, March 23, 2021.  Clarence was a member of Faith Pentecostal Church in Hull, Ga.  He retired from Napa Auto Parts.  Clarence was a fisherman and a big fan of NASCAR.  Survivors include his son Keith Pethel and wife Yvonne of Gillsville; daughter Karen Pethel...

Mar 22, 2021

It is with immense grief and unbearable sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and wife, Lillian Marie Steffey . The loss of her blessed presence in our lives is a tragedy that words cannot describe. Lilly was born February 04, 1962 in Ocala Florida to her mother, Emma (Grace) Love,...

Mar 19, 2021

Jeremy Lamar Campbell , age 37 of Monroe, GA passed away peacefully on March 19, 2021.  A Celebration of Life Service will be held 6:00 pm Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at Lawson Funeral Home Chapel.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.  Mr. Campbell was born on July 27, 1983 in...

Mar 19, 2021

Brittany Christine Ellis , age 32, of Winder, Georgia passed away Friday, March 19, 2021.  Brittany had a smile that could light up the room.  Her laughter was infectious.  Her love for Kyla was immeasurable.  They loved to put the top down, radio up and just ride.  They enjoyed trips to the beach, shopping and...

Mar 18, 2021

Lawrence Daniel Meloro Sr, Age 85 of Hoschton, GA passed away Thursday, March 18, 2021.   A funeral service will be held Saturday, March 20, 2021 at 3:00pm in the Chapel of Lawson Funeral Home with Full Honors presented by the American Legion.  Mr. Meloro will be taken back to his home town in New Jersey and entombed at the...

Mar 13, 2021

Nelson Byrd, Age 96 of Buford, Ga  passed away Saturday March 13, 2021.  Funeral Services will be held Friday, March 19, 2021 at 1:00pm with Military Honors in the sanctuary of Mt. Salem Baptist Church located at 6152 Mt. Salem Circle; Flowery Branch, Ga 30542.  Mr. Byrd was born March 31, 1924 in Sumrall, MS to the late George...

Mar 2, 2021

Reba Imogene Faulkner , age 73, of Winder passed away Tuesday, March 2, 2021.  A memorial service was held 6:00 pm Thursday, March 4, 2021 at Lawson Funeral Home Chapel.  She was born in Jefferson, GA October 21, 1947 to the late Emory and Frances Faulkner.  For several years she worked in the lunchroom at...

Feb 25, 2021

It is with immense grief and unbearable sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and wife, Linda Jean Walley Gwin. The loss of her blessed presence in our lives is a tragedy that words cannot describe. Linda was born June 23, 1950 in Lucedale, Mississippi to her mother, Bonnie Ravesies,...