Obituaries

Lou Hayes Youngblood

Lou Hayes Youngblood

Feb 15, 2015

Lou Hayes Youngblood , age 79, of Dacula passed away Sunday, February 15, 2015.  Arrangements by Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53, Hoschton, GA, 30548, www.lawsonfuneralhome.org, 706-654-0966.

Jennifer Diane Rutledge

Jennifer Diane Rutledge

Feb 13, 2015

Jennifer Diane Rutledge , age 37, of Social Circle passed away Friday, February 13, 2015.  Arrangements by Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53, Hoschton, GA, 30548, www.lawsonfuneralhome.org, 706-654-0966.

Sammy Peppers

Sammy Peppers

Feb 12, 2015

Sammy Peppers , age 65, of Winder passed away Thursday, February 12, 2015.  Mr. Peppers was an United States Army Veteran.  He loved dirt track racing and truck driving. He was survived by his wife of 32 years Debra Peppers; sons Barry Peppers of Bethlehem, Richard Peppers of Villa Rica, Shane Peppers and wife Nicole of Bethlehem,...

James Gerald "Jerry" Newsom

James Gerald "Jerry" Newsom

Feb 11, 2015

James Gerald “Jerry” Newsom , age 70, of Hoschton passed away Wednesday, February 11, 2015.  Jerry was born in Atlanta, GA.  He was in the first graduating class of St. Pius High School. He received a Bachelor’s Degree from Georgia State University.  A Vietnam Veteran, he served in the United State Marine Corps.  Mr. Newsom worked most...

Evi Fernsebner

Evi Fernsebner

Feb 10, 2015

Evi Fernsebner , age 83, of Braselton passed away Tuesday, February 10, 2015.  Arrangements by Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53, Hoschton, GA, 30548, www.lawsonfuneralhome.org, 706-654-0966.

Robert Frank Chitwood

Robert Frank Chitwood

Feb 7, 2015

Robert Frank Chitwood , age 93, of Jefferson passed away Saturday, February 7, 2015.  Mr. Chitwood was born in Anderson, South Carolina.  He was a Veteran of the United States Army and fought in World War II.  He retired from Scientific Atlanta after many years of employment.  He was survived by his son Ken Chitwood of Buford;...

Raymond Harrison Higley

Raymond Harrison Higley

Feb 6, 2015

Raymond Harrison Higley , age 66, of Hoschton passed away at his home Friday, February 6, 2015 surrounded by his family.  Mr. Higley was an United States Army Veteran and  served in the Vietnam War.  He was retired from Georgia Power as an Engineer.   He loved to shoot pool and inventions. He was survived by his wife...

Marion Quinton Lee

Marion Quinton Lee

Feb 4, 2015

Marion Quinton Lee , age 64, of Winder passed away  Wednesday, February 4, 2015.  Mr. Lee was full of life.  He was survived by his sons Mac E. Lee and Myron Q. Lee both of Winder; daughter Sharon L. Wilson and husband Larry of Winder; brother Freddie Lee and wife Sandra of Winder; sisters Ruby Nell Birt...

Valerie Newton

Valerie Newton

Feb 3, 2015

Valerie Newton 52 of Jefferson entered into eternal rest on the evening of February 3, 2015.  Valerie was born on November 3, 1962 in Florida to Charles and Laura Clark.  Valerie is survived by her son Daniel (Crystal) Newton; daughter Laura Newton  and grandson Bentley Newton all from Colbert, Ga. Brother Billy (Deborah) Clark and three nieces...

Dianna Lynn Lyles

Dianna Lynn Lyles

Feb 1, 2015

Dianna Lynn Lyles , age 57, of Jonesboro passed away Sunday, February 1, 2015.  Arrangements by Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53, Hoschton, GA, 30548, www.lawsonfuneralhome.org, 706-654-0966.

Rubye Mae Keith

Rubye Mae Keith

Jan 28, 2015

Rubye Mae Keith , age 90, of Flowery Branch passed away Wednesday, January 28, 2015.  Mrs. Keith was a member of The Church of God of Prophecy of Hoschton.  She loved her family and enjoyed reading  and watching Western movies.  Mrs. Keith was known for giving out cards. She was survived by her sons Billy Keith of...

Barbara Fidler Hewitt

Barbara Fidler Hewitt

Jan 28, 2015

Barbara Fidler Hewitt , age 71, of Grayson passed away Wednesday, January 28, 2015.  Arrangements by Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53, Hoschton, GA, 30548, www.lawsonfuneralhome.org, 706-654-0966.

Brittany Leanne Richter

Brittany Leanne Richter

Jan 26, 2015

Brittany Leanne Richter , age 23, of Baldwin passed away Monday, January 26, 2015.  Brittany loved horse back riding and barrel racing.  She was survived by her father Gerald Wiley and wife Marsha of Baldwin; brother Brent Lacey Stover and fiance Kristy Gravitt of Lula; step sisters Hannah Phelps and husband Jonathon of Dacula and Rebekah Ryno...

Clyde Presley "Jack" Jackson, Jr.

Clyde Presley "Jack" Jackson, Jr.

Jan 26, 2015

Clyde Presley “Jack’ Jackson, Jr. , age 80, of Hoschton died Monday, January 26, 2015. Jack was a Dallas Cowboys fan, enjoyed listening to jazz and spending time on the Gulf beaches. He and his wife were one of the five founding family members of Grace United Methodist Church in Sherman, TX. He is survived by his...

Kay Stout Dobson

Kay Stout Dobson

Jan 26, 2015

Kay Stout Dobson , age 78, of Winder passed away Monday, January 26, 2015.  Arrangements by Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53, Hoschton, GA, 30548, www.lawsonfuneralhome.org, 706-654-0966.

William "Bill" Mckinley Hales, Iv

William "Bill" Mckinley Hales, Iv

Jan 25, 2015

William “Bill” McKinley Hales IV , age 50, of Hoschton passed away Sunday, January 25, 2015.  Mr. Hales was an USMC Veteran.  His term was served during The Invasion of Grenada in 1983 and traveled extensively over the world while serving in the USMC. His achievements as a Marine was Rifle Sharpshooter Badge, Letter of Appreciation, Good...

Robert Richard Pippin

Robert Richard Pippin

Jan 24, 2015

Robert Richard Pippin, age 73, of Winder passed away Saturday, January 24, 2015.  Mr. Pippin was an US Army Veteran.  He was a very cheerful person, a loyal friend and loved farming.  He was survived by his special friends Raymond and Susan Reynolds of Winder.  Memorial Services will be held 2:00 pm Saturday, January 31, 2015 at Nazareth Methodist...

Wanda Denise Powell

Wanda Denise Powell

Jan 23, 2015

Wanda Denise Powell , age 54, of Conyers passed away Friday, January 23, 2015.  Ms. Powell was a Southwest DeKalb High School graduate. She was an inspiration to her family, friends and many others.  She was a fighter, loved life and was a big Falcons’ fan.  Ms. Powell loved her job with Tim Hunter and Associates. Ms....

Irene June Pinho

Irene June Pinho

Jan 23, 2015

Irene June Pinho , age 89, of Hoschton passed away Friday, January 23, 2015.  Mrs. Pinho was born in South Dakota and later moved to Nebraska in 1947 and then to Lodi, California in 1985.  She was married in November 24, 1986 to the late George Pinho at St. Peter Lutheran Church.  She was active in the...

Cathleen Denise Lovitt

Cathleen Denise Lovitt

Jan 19, 2015

Cathleen Denise Lovitt , age 55, of Winder passed away Monday, January 19, 2015.  Arrangements by Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53, Hoschton, GA, 30548, www.lawsonfuneralhome.org, 706-654-0966.