Obituaries

Jan 7, 2021

On Thursday January 7, 2021, Harry Gordon, loving husband and father of two sons, passed away from an extended illness at the age of 78, in his hometown of Statham, GA. Harry was born July 7, 1942, he and his family were lifelong residents of Barrow County.

Harry was preceded in death by...

Jan 5, 2021

Robert (Bob) Earl Morgan, Jr. , age 64, of  Commerce passed away Tuesday, January 5, 2021.  Bob found pleasure in drawing.  He had a passion for motorcycles, four wheelers and sportscars.  Survivors include his former wife Melinda Morgan of Hull; sons Joseph Morgan of CO, and  Austin Morgan of Hull; daughters Shannon Baker and husband...

Jan 5, 2021

Shirley Jane Ewing , age 49, of Auburn passed away Tuesday, January 5, 2021.  Shirley was a member of Mt Vernon Baptist Church of Lawrenceville.  She loved to go fishing and to do some traveling.  In her travels, she enjoyed trips to Cherokee, NC to play those slot machines at Harrah’s Casino.  After her fishing...

Jan 2, 2021

Sean Lee Johnson age 43, of Winder entered into rest on Saturday, January 2, 2021.  Sean enjoyed the outdoors and loved to cook.  He enjoyed going on walks and fishing with his family.  He worked hard all his life and never met a stranger.  He was always there for you if you needed help.  His family will always remember...

Dec 27, 2020

William Lee Knott , age 70 of Snellville, Georgia passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 27, 2020. Will, as most knew him was a beloved Husband, Son, Brother, Papa and Friend. He was born in Atlanta, GA and attended Bass High School, where he played football. Upon graduation, he joined the United States Navy. Will...

Dec 25, 2020

Johnny Mack Mathis, age 66, of Monroe passed away Friday, December 25, 2020.  Survivors include daughter Jessica Mathis and husband Scott Stricklen of Monroe; grandchildren Alexis Mathis, Logan Stricklen, and  Brandilyn Stricklen;  stepdaughters Dana Smith, Mandy Hall and Starlett Henley; step son Rodney Pilgrim; brothers Randall Mathis of Thomaston, Ray Hall of Covington and Chip...

Dec 25, 2020

Arturo Vasquez “Turo” Escobedo , age 64 of Winder passed away Friday, December 25, 2020.  Mr. Escobedo was born in Mexico where he enjoyed watching Bull riding and attending Rodeo’s.  He was a landscaper and loved Rodeo Music. He attended St Matthews Catholic Church in Winder, GA.  Most of his family and friends knew him...

Dec 22, 2020

Dennis Lee Vannetta , age 76, of Commerce passed away Tuesday, December 22, 2020.  A memorial service will be announced at a later date.  Arrangements by Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53, Hoschton, GA, 30548, www.lawsonfuneralhome.org, 706-654-0966.

Dec 21, 2020

Sandra Gail Kennedy, age 71, of Auburn passed away Monday December 21, 2020. Survivors include her sons Darrell Kennedy and wife Sherry, Tracy Kennedy and wife Diana; sister Linda Bennett and the late Charles Bennett; grandchildren Denita Kennedy, Krystal Preston and husband Brandon, Dustin Kennedy and Alex Dispain; great grandchildren Brantley, Karley and soon to...

Dec 21, 2020

Jeffery William Bradshaw, Sr., age 43, of Auburn passed away Monday, December 21, 2020.  Jeffery adored his grandchildren.  He loved living his life and even did some gambling.  He was a truck driver by trade and enjoyed every minute of it.  Survivors include  his significant other Angle Renee Willard of Commerce; mother Mary Hart Bradshaw;...

Dec 16, 2020

Frances Elaine Davenport Simpkins , age 87, of Hoschton passed away Wednesday, December 16, 2020. Born October 6, 1933 to the late Seabron and Irene Jones.  She grew up in the small fishing village of Mayport, Florida surrounded by the love of many relatives and church family.   She grew up knowing that God and integrity...

Dec 16, 2020

April Clark Hardigree Holcombe , age 47, of Jefferson passed away Wednesday, December 16, 2020.  April was a CDL licensed truck driver and drove for Warner Trucking, SunBelt Concrete and many other companies.  She also drove a school bus for Barrow County Schools.  April also was an employee of the Circle K in Statham for...

Dec 13, 2020

Artis Ray Johnson , age 84, of Braselton entered into rest Sunday, December 13, 2020.  Ray was born in Hoschton and a member of Hoschton Baptist Church. Ray was a grading contractor in the area for many years. He was the son of the late Freeman Alexander Johnson and the late Louella Emmett Johnson.   In...

Dec 13, 2020

Sister Loretta Sharon Trotman, age 72, of Hoschton passed away Sunday, December 13, 2020.  Sister Trotman knew for a fact that God was real after she received Jesus Christ as her personal Savior, was baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of her sins and receiving the baptism of the Holy Ghost...

Dec 8, 2020

Victoriano Tovar Coria , age 62, of Athens passed away Tuesday, December 8, 2020.  Funeral services will be held 10:30 am Friday, December 11, 2020 at St. Matthew Catholic Church in Winder.  The family will receive friends 5:00 pm Thursday, December 10, 2020 until 9:30 am Friday, December 11, 2020 at Lawson Funeral Home Chapel. ...

Dec 5, 2020

Raymond Scott Latham , age 58, of Winder passed away Saturday, December 5, 2020. He was a loving son to his late parents Clarence and Carolyn Latham.  Raymond was a loving father to his sons Ryan Latham and wife Jennifer of Bethlehem, Anthony Latham and wife Brittany of Lula; daughters Amanda Shorter...

Dec 4, 2020

Eddie Calvin McKnight , age 58, and wife Cindy Sue Pruitt McKnight , age 48, both of Auburn passed away Friday, December 4, 2020.  Eddie enjoyed cruising on his motorcycle with his wife Cindy.  He found serenity being out on the water enjoying the great outdoors.  Cindy took joy in shopping and was...

Dec 2, 2020

Alice McMurry Gardner, age 74, of Winder passed away Wednesday,  December 2, 2020 at her home.  Alice was born April 12, 1946 in Cleveland County to the late Everette Leonard McMurry and Bertha Chapman McMurry.  She was preceded in death by her brother Everette Daniel McMurry; sister Inez Byers and sister in law Terry McMurry. ...

Dec 1, 2020

Marlene Ann Scanlon , age 79, entered eternal peace in the company of family on Tuesday, December 1, 2020 in Braselton, GA.  She was born in Chicago, IL on August 17, 1941, the daughter of Victor and Helen (Bestvina) Tucek.

Marlene grew up in Downers Grove, IL on a small farm...

Nov 30, 2020

Patricia Ann Miller , age 77 of Winder passed away Monday November 30, 2020.  Patricia loved coloring while listening to gospel music.  She was the best cake maker around.  Patricia loved her family and she helped raise five generations in her family. Mrs. Miller leaves behind her granddaughters Nicole Miller Gough and Amy Adams; grandson...