Obituaries

Francisco Dwayne Zapata

Francisco Dwayne Zapata

Nov 5, 2018

Francisco Dwayne Zapata , age 20, of Winder passed away Monday, November 5, 2018. Graveside services will be held at the family residence at 11:00 am Sunday, November 11, 2018. Interment will be held at the family farm. The family will receive friends 11:00 am Friday, November 9, 2018 to 11:00 am Sunday, November 11,...

Michael Scott Dorsey

Michael Scott Dorsey

Nov 4, 2018

Michael “Mike” Scott Dorsey, age 51, of Jefferson passed away Sunday, November 4, 2018. He loved life, cooking, NASCAR, and the beach. Survivors include his wife Connie Cochran; daughters Erin Dorsey of Bryson City, N.C., Breanna Dorsey of Jefferson, and Katie Cochran of Jefferson; sisters Sue Turk of Braselton, Patty Boggs of Hoschton, Moria Evans...

Betty Ruth Potts

Betty Ruth Potts

Nov 2, 2018

Betty Ruth Potts, age 78, of Braselton passed away Friday, November 2, 2018.  Survivors include her son Keith Pethel; daughter Karen Allen and wife Leslie, adopted daughters Nikole Beck and husband Tony, Peggy and husband Rev. James Kennaday; 5 brothers and 6 sisters, grandchildren Zack Pethel, Mandi Belin, Sabrina LaCount, Hope Beck, Faith Beck and...

Kendra Louise Koch

Kendra Louise Koch

Oct 31, 2018

Kendra Louise Koch , age 72, of Monroe passed away Wednesday, October 31, 2018. Memorial services will be held 4:00 pm Saturday, November 3, 2018 at Amazing Grace Lutheran Church, 3305 Lawrenceville Hwy, Lawrenceville, GA 30044. Pastor Mike Millum will be officiating. Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53, Hoschton, GA 30548, www.lawsonfuneralhome.org, 706-654-0966.

Myron “Ron” Bernard Hubers

Myron “Ron” Bernard Hubers

Oct 30, 2018

Myron “Ron” Bernard Hubers , age 68, of Braselton passed away Tuesday, October 30, 2018. He was born and attended school in Pipestone, MN. After high school he joined the Air Force where he became an airplane mechanic and a pilot. He served in Vietnam. Ron and his wife of 35 years met and were...

Earl Ford Gowder, Jr.

Earl Ford Gowder, Jr.

Oct 29, 2018

Earl Ford Gowder, Jr. , age 71, of Winder passed away Monday, October 29, 2018. He was a member of the 1st Presbyterian Church of Winder. Survivors include his step mother Patricia Gowder; son Barry Gowder and wife Susan of Braselton; grandsons Brian Gowder and wife Meghan of VA, and Matthew Gowder of Braselton; great grandchildren Zane...

Michael Allen Nations

Michael Allen Nations

Oct 26, 2018

Michael Allen Nations , age 56, of Gainesville passed away Friday, October 26, 2018. He loved life and was a very care free person. He lived in Gainesville all of his life. Survivors include his brothers Dale Barrett of Baldwin; Rex Barrett of August, and Ray Barrett of Gainesville; sister Legita Parris of Gainesville; and...

Peggy Marie Elmore Robertson

Peggy Marie Elmore Robertson

Oct 26, 2018

Peggy Marie Elmore Robertson , age 59, of Auburn passed away Friday, October 26, 2018. Peggy quilted and cooked as a hobby. She loved her family including Scarlet and Merle.  Survivors include her sons Christopher Michael Robertson and wife Trese of Jefferson, Daniel Eugene Robertson and fiancée Brittany Harmon of Auburn; daughter Tonya Marie Bailey...

Clifford Lee Gazaway

Clifford Lee Gazaway

Oct 24, 2018

Clifford Lee Gazaway , age 63, of Bethlehem passed away Wednesday, October 24, 2018. He loved his family and fishing. Survivors include his daughters Stephanie Bradshaw and husband Josh of Bethlehem, and Sarah Page of Conyers; sister Linda Worley; and grandchildren Tiffany Page, Miracle Page, and Thomas Page. He is preceded in death by his...

Cherie Annette Schofield

Cherie Annette Schofield

Oct 22, 2018

Cherie Annette Schofield , age 71, of Jefferson passed away Monday, October 22, 2018. Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53, Hoschton, GA 30548, www.lawsonfuneralhome.org, 706-654-0966.

Steven Paul Mason

Steven Paul Mason

Oct 19, 2018

Steven Paul Mason, age 32, of Winder passed away Friday, October 19, 2018. He was a member of 12 Stone Church. Survivors include his father Dennis Mason and step mother Cathy Mason; mother Debra Mason; sister Stacy Mason Barclay of MO; step brother Mike Meehan of Winder; step sister Michelle Meehan of Woodstock; niece Lily Mason; aunt Caroline Payne;...

Sandra “Nana” J. Bird

Sandra “Nana” J. Bird

Oct 15, 2018

Sandra “Nana” J. Bird , age 77, of Braselton and formerly of Griffin, GA passed away Monday, October 15, 2018. She is survived by her daughters Dianne Fenner and husband Jeff of Braselton, Denise Johnson of Monroe, and Tina Baker of Braselton; 8 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her...

Cynthia Marcellia Johnson

Cynthia Marcellia Johnson

Oct 3, 2018

Cynthia Marcellia Johnson , age 59, of Winder passed away Tuesday, October 3, 2018. A memorial service will be held 2:00 pm Saturady, October 6, 2018 at Love of God Mission, 64 East Athens St., Winder, GA 30680. Pastor Linda Smith will be officiating. Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53, Hoschton, GA 30548.

Hilda Ann Ledbetter

Hilda Ann Ledbetter

Oct 1, 2018

Hilda Ann Ledbetter , age 77, of Statham passed away Monday, October 1, 2018. Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53, Hoschton, GA 30548, www.lawsonfuneralhome.org, 706-654-0966.

Micah Richard Marshall

Micah Richard Marshall

Sep 29, 2018

Micah Richard Marshall , age 27, of Lawrenceville passed away Saturday, September 29, 2018. Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53, Hoschton, GA 30548, www.lawsonfuneralhome.org, 706-654-0966.

Bonnie Carter Patton

Bonnie Carter Patton

Sep 28, 2018

Bonnie Carter Patton , age 64, of Hoschton passed away Friday, September 28, 2018.  Mrs. Patton enjoyed crossword puzzles and coloring.  Her favorite musician was Elvis.  She not only loved her family and life, but her two dogs Lovey and Niki.  Survivors include her step father Charles Hayes; daughter Rose Carter and husband Roy of...

Ernest Fredrick Malwitz Jr.

Ernest Fredrick Malwitz Jr.

Sep 24, 2018

Ernest Fredrick Malwitz Jr ., age 71, of Jefferson passed away Monday, September 24, 2018. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53, Hoschton, GA 30548, www.lawsonfuneralhome.org, 706-654-0966.

William “Harvey” Griffith

William “Harvey” Griffith

Sep 18, 2018

William “Harvey” Griffith , age 71, of Winder passed away Tuesday, September 18, 2018. Survivors include his mother Laverne S. Griffith; wife Margaret Mitchell; sons Steve Griffith and wife Lynn, Tony Griffith and wife Maletha, Jack Griffith and wife Sharon, and Jason Griffith and wife Jessica; daughters Hollie Dempsey and husband Scott, and Lisa Martin...

Vincent Thomas Kenny

Vincent Thomas Kenny

Sep 14, 2018

Vincent Thomas Kenny , age 85, of Hoschton passed away Friday, September 14, 2018. Survivors include his wife Carol Kenny; sons Gene Kenny, Thomas Kenny, John Kenny, and Michael Kenny; daughters Debra Ward, Lisa Jeffery, Cynthia Tortorello, and Elizabeth Elms; and 13 grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his father Stephen Kenny and mother...

Gregory Paul Baughman

Gregory Paul Baughman

Sep 9, 2018

Gregory Paul Baughman , age 61, of Winder passed away Sunday, September 9, 2018. Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53, Hoschton, GA 30548, www.lawsonfuneralhome.org, 706-654-0966.