Obituaries

William David Sandstrom

William David Sandstrom

May 3, 2016

William David Sandstrom , age 66, of Braselton was born on Nov. 17, 1949, and passed away on May 3, 2016 from complications following a cerebral hemorrhage. Depending on when you met Bill, you may remember him in a way quite special to you. “Billy” Sandstrom developed his dedication to hard work and his love for...

Jimmie Paulette Curry

Jimmie Paulette Curry

Apr 29, 2016

Jimmie Paulette Curry , age 73, of Auburn passed away Friday, April 29, 2016.  Jimmie was a member of Trinity Baptist Church of Auburn.  She loved her family and grandchildren.  Survivors include her son Michael Curry of Commerce; daughters Lisa Bradley and husband David of Hoschton, Catherine Bremer of Commerce; sister LaDonna Abbott and husband Andrew...

H. Ross Jones

H. Ross Jones

Apr 25, 2016

H. Ross Jones , age 87, of Winder passed away Monday, April 25, 2016.  He was a beloved father and grandfather.  Survivors include his daughter Katherine Anne Colby and husband Shayne of Winder, step daughter Brenda Cotton and husband Craig; step sons Daniel Morgan and wife Vicki, Michael Morgan all of VA; grandchildren MacKenzie, Emily, Dustin,...

Robert Edward Lee

Robert Edward Lee

Apr 25, 2016

Robert Edward Lee , age 66, of Hoschton passed away Monday, April 25, 2016.  Robert was a Vietnam Army Veteran, he was a minister of the Gospel, he collected antiques, he was a carpenter and loved farming.  Robert was a beloved husband, daddy and granddaddy.  Survivors include his wife of 46 years Sarah J. Lee; daughter...

John Daniel Mills

John Daniel Mills

Apr 21, 2016

John Daniel Mills , age 74, of Gillsville passed away Thursday, April 21, 2016.  Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53, Hoschton, GA, 30548, www.lawsonfuneralhome.org, 706-654-0966.

Mary Frances Burton

Mary Frances Burton

Apr 21, 2016

Mary Frances Burton , age 77, of Monroe passed away Thursday, April 21, 2016.  Mary loved the Lord, gospel music, her family, gardening, puzzles and canning.  She helped in the clothes closet program in Kentucky with the baptist church.  She is survived by her son Richard Burton of Monroe; daughters Frances Elaine Burton of Monroe, Lura...

Loyd Iven Shipley

Loyd Iven Shipley

Apr 19, 2016

Loyd Iven Shipley , age 67, of Bethlehem passed away Tuesday, April 19, 2016.  He loved motorcycles and his family.  Survivors include his sons Horace Shipley and Sabrina Anderson of Monroe, David Shipley and wife Holli of Winder; daughter Kaye Slaton of Winder; sister Peggy Langley and husband Rick of Auburn; 14 grandchildren and 2 great...

Shirley Jean Goodin

Shirley Jean Goodin

Apr 19, 2016

Shirley Jean Goodin , age 75, of Winder and formerly Hannibal, Missouri passed away Tuesday, April 19, 2016.  Shirley graduated from Hannibal High School.  She was a member of First Assembly of God in Hannibal, MO.  Her hobbies were playing BINGO with her Winder friends, antiquing, gardening and was an avid reader.  She is survived by...

Mildred Charlotte Mcneal

Mildred Charlotte Mcneal

Apr 17, 2016

Mildred Charlotte McNeal , age 78, of  Hoschton passed away Sunday, April 17, 2016.  Mrs. McNeal was the owner and operator of the Braselton Flea Market for 20 years.  She loved her family, her auction family and cooking.  Survivors include her husband of 62 years Earl McNeal; daughters Debbie McNeal of Hoschton; Vicki Dockery and husband...

Joyce Phyllis Canup

Joyce Phyllis Canup

Apr 13, 2016

Joyce Phyllis Canup , age 69, of Hoschton passed away Wednesday, April 13, 2016.  Joyce loved search word puzzles, flowers, old movies, frogs and wind chimes. Survivors include her sons Shelton Canup of Carnesville, Tim Canup and wife Gina of Hoschton; brothers Billy Wallace and wife Connie of Stockbridge; sisters Faye Perry and husband Jack of...

Donnie Eugene Crowe

Donnie Eugene Crowe

Apr 11, 2016

Donnie Eugene Crowe , age 51, of Winder passed away Monday, April 11, 2016.  Donnie lived in Athens, TN for about 20 years where he met his late wife Lori Mack Crowe.  He was a good hearted person, always willing to help others.  His family always came first and he never met a stranger.  Survivors include...

Vicki June Berns

Vicki June Berns

Apr 9, 2016

Vicki June Burns , age 60, of Bethlehem passed away Saturday, April 9, 2016.  Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53, Hoschton, GA, 30548, www.lawsonfuneralhome.org, 706-654-0966.

Brian Paul Key

Brian Paul Key

Apr 6, 2016

Brian Paul Key , age 44, of Gainesville passed away Wednesday, April 6, 2016.  Brian was a 1989 graduate of Winder-Barrow High School.  He was a member of Northside Church in Gainesville where he played on the worship team. His spiritual gifts were helping and serving others and it showed because he was admired and loved...

Roger Charles Allison

Roger Charles Allison

Apr 3, 2016

Roger Charles Allison , age 62, of Pendergrass passed away Sunday, April 3, 2016.  Roger loved to go for walks with his dog, Sally.  He is survived by his wife Kathie Allison; son Roger Charles “Chuck” Allison of Homer; daughters Christine Peck of Jefferson, Tracey Allison of Homer, Lynn Dyer and husband Michael of Gainesville; sisters...

Estelle Tonoua Kouassi

Estelle Tonoua Kouassi

Apr 3, 2016

Estelle Tonoua Kouassi , age 19, of Winder passed away Sunday, April 3, 2016.  Estelle attended Chestatee High School where she ran track.  She was a good artist and loved to sing.  Survivors include her parents Paul Kouassi Gnanzou and Faustine Adjo Beghawo; brothers Francois Kouassis, Edouard Kouassi and Paul Kouassi; sister Lisette Kouassi; great aunt...

Judy Hazeline Williams

Judy Hazeline Williams

Apr 3, 2016

Judy Hazeline Williams , age 76, of Athens passed away Sunday, April 3, 2016.  Judy liked arts and crafts.  She is survived by her daughters Julie Lawrence and husband Greg of Nicholson, Terese Williams and husband Richard of Athens;  sons Reese Williams and wife Yahaira of Auburn, Tim Bowman of Atlanta; grandchildren Natahsa, Samantha, Marissa, Reese,...

Judith Horne Welch

Judith Horne Welch

Mar 27, 2016

Judith Horne Welch , age 72, of Winder passed away Sunday, March 27, 2016.  She loved to work and help other people.  Survivors include her son John Wages, Jr. and wife Lisa of Winder, Michael Wages and wife Rhonda of Columbus; daughter Sheila Hunsinger and husband James of Cuthbert; sister Linda Tyre and husband Richard of...

Jean Ross

Jean Ross

Mar 26, 2016

Jean Ross , age 90, of Hoschton passed away Saturday, March 26, 2016. Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53, Hoschton, GA 30548, www.lawsonfuneralhome.org, 706-654-0966.

Mr. Troy Gene Brandon, Sr.

Mr. Troy Gene Brandon, Sr.

Mar 25, 2016

Mr. Troy Gene Brandon, Sr. , age 80, of Hoschton and formerly of Gadsden, AL passed away Friday, March 25, 2016.  Mr. Brandon enjoyed storytelling, gardening, ebay, his family and his dogs Lady, Riley and Bella.  He was a United States Air Force veteran, a member of the Disabled American Veterans and the National Alliance of...

Lindsey Harold Griffin

Lindsey Harold Griffin

Mar 20, 2016

Lindsey Harold Griffin , age 57, of Winder passed away Sunday, March 20, 2016.  Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53, Hoschton, GA, 30548, www.lawsonfuneralhome.org, 706-654-0966.