Obituaries

Sandra Gall Cleveland

Sandra Gall Cleveland

May 29, 2014

Sandra Gall Cleveland , age 64, of Hoschton passed away Thursday, May 29, 2014.  Sandra was an artist who loved the mountains, nature, the beach and motorcycling.  She worked for 29 years at AT&T and retired from Lucent Technologies in 2001.  She was survived by her husband of 40 years Jim Cleveland; daughter Stephanie Nicole Cleveland and...

Jeannie Diana Bradshaw

Jeannie Diana Bradshaw

May 28, 2014

Jeannie Diana Bradshaw , age 32, of Winder, GA, passed away Wednesday, May 28, 2014.  She was survived by her significant other Garcia “Cowboy” Flores of Winder; mother Mary Hart Bradshaw of Winder; brothers Joseph Hart of Hampton, Jeff Bradshaw and Angel, Joel Bradshaw all of Winder; nieces Vannessa Bradshaw and April Millican; nephews Adam Millican, Jeffery...

Christopher Keith Jones

Christopher Keith Jones

May 25, 2014

Christopher Keith Jones , age 26, of Winder, GA, passed away Sunday, May 25, 2014.  Arrangements by Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53 Hoschton, GA 30548, www.lawsonfuneralhome.org, 706-654-0966.

Michael Andrew Brendle

Michael Andrew Brendle

May 23, 2014

Michael Andrew Brendle , age 25, of Winder passed away Friday, May 23, 2014.  A Memorial Service will be held 7:00 pm Tuesday, May 27, 2014 at Lawson Funeral Home, 4532, Hwy 53, Hoschton, GA, 30548, www.lawsonfuneralhome.org, 706-654-0966.

Paula Diane Stinson

Paula Diane Stinson

May 22, 2014

Paula Diane Stinson , age 62, of Winder passed away Thursday, May 22, 2014.  Paula was survived by her husband Robert D. Stinson, Sr., daughters Amelia Cash and husband Alec of Bethlehem, step – daughter Tammy Lea Bryan of Winder; step – sons Anthony Todd Stinson and wife Julie of Winder, Timmy Lee Nash and wife Patricia...

Wayne Jackson Adams

Wayne Jackson Adams

May 22, 2014

Wayne Jackson Adams , age 76, of Hoschton passed away Thursday, May 22, 2014.  Mr. Adams was a Knight of Columbus and member of St. Micheal’s Catholic Church.  He was a school teacher for Jackson and Barrow County Schools and was an avid knitter and crocheter.  He owned a ceramic shop and taught lessons where he met...

Edna Marie Jackson Mangum

Edna Marie Jackson Mangum

May 19, 2014

An angel called home by our Heavenly Father, Edna Marie Jackson Mangum, age 72, of Flowery Branch passed away very peacefully on May 19, 2014 at New Horizon Lanier Park from an extended illness. Funeral Service will be held 3:00 pm Monday June 2, 2014 at Zion Hill Baptist Church, 4100 Falcon Parkway, Flowery Branch. She will be laid...

Zelma Hicks

Zelma Hicks

May 16, 2014

Zelma Hicks , age 85, of Winder passed away Friday, May 16, 2014.  A private memorial service will be held at Lawson Funeral Home.  Arrangements by Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53, Hoschton, GA, 30548, www.lawsonfuneralhome.org, 706-654-0966.

Edward "Ed" Abeling

Edward "Ed" Abeling

May 11, 2014

Edward “Ed” Abeling , age 78, of Jefferson passed away Sunday, May 11, 2014.  Ed lived in Jefferson for 14 years.  He loved yard work, his family and church family.  He was a member of Zion Hill Baptist Church in Flowery Branch for over 12 years where he was a member of the Amazing Grace Sunday School...

Mrs. Mary Lourene Baird

Mrs. Mary Lourene Baird

May 9, 2014

Mrs. Mary Lourene Baird, age 90, entered into rest  Friday, May 9, 2014. Mrs. Baird was born in Barrow County.  She was the daughter of the late John Williamson and Eula Mae Cruce Parks.  Mrs. Baird was a graduate of the Winder Barrow High School.  Mrs. Baird was a Charter member of the Hoschton Church of God...

Mary Ann Garvin

Mary Ann Garvin

May 9, 2014

Mary Ann Garvin , age 67, of Winder passed away Friday, May 9, 2014.  Arrangements by Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53, Hoschton, GA, 30548, www.lawsonfuneralhome.org, 706-654-0966.

Robin Lynn Rabun

Robin Lynn Rabun

May 9, 2014

Robin Lynn Rabun , 30 of Loganville, Ga passed away Friday, May 9th 2014. She is survived by her son JD and her mother Lynn Dove her Grandparents Jerry “Pop” Rabun and the late Margie Rabun, aunts and uncles Allison and Daniel Flis, Cris and Van Rabun as well as cousins Amanda and Shawn Flis, Jacob and...

Marie Andre Bullwinkle

Marie Andre Bullwinkle

May 8, 2014

Marie Andre Bullwinkle , age 96, of Flowery Branch passed away Thursday, May 8, 2014.  Mrs. Bullwinkle was born in New York and was a long time resident of Sarasota, Florida.  A graveside service will be held in New York at a later date.  Arrangements by Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53, Hoschton, GA, 30548, www.lawsonfuneralhome.org, 706-654-0966....

Maida Johnson Forrester

Maida Johnson Forrester

May 6, 2014

Maida Johnson Forrester , age 89, of Jefferson passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2014.  Mrs. Forrester retired from Southern Bell after 40 years with perfect attendance.  She was born and raised in Canton, GA and was a member of Grace Baptist Church in Canton. She is survived by her sisters Mary Glenn Johnson Mitchell and Rachel Johnson...

Marilyn Ann Taynor

Marilyn Ann Taynor

May 5, 2014

Marilyn Ann Taynor , age 74, of Auburn passed away Monday, May 5, 2014.  The family will hold a private memorial at a later date.  Arrangements by Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53, Hoschton, GA, 30548. www.lawsonfuneralhome.org, 706-654-0966.

Kelly Helene O'Brien

Kelly Helene O'Brien

May 1, 2014

Kelly Helene O’Brien , age 43, of Braselton passed away Thursday, May 1, 2014.  Arrangements by Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Highway 53, Hoschton, GA, 30548, www.lawsonfuneralhome.org, 706-654-0966.

Thomas Lane Post

Thomas Lane Post

May 1, 2014

Thomas Lane Post , age 74, of Hoschton passed away Thursday, May 1, 2014.  Thomas loved to read and play golf.  He was in the marketing department for 28 years as area sales manager for Murphy Oil Company.  He was a member of First Baptist Church of Winder and the 60’s Sunday School Class.  He was survived...

Robert (Bob) Parker

Robert (Bob) Parker

Apr 29, 2014

Robert (Bob) Parker , age 77, of Winder passed away Tuesday, April 29, 2014. He was survived by his wife Sharon Parker; son Terry Parker and wife Kathy; daughters Connie Poteete and husband Robert, Cathy Byrd and husband Sam; brother William Parker and wife Linda; 10 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was...

Reba Childers Eavenson

Reba Childers Eavenson

Apr 28, 2014

Reba Childers Eavenson , age 69, of Winder passed away Monday, April 28, 2014. She was survived by her husband Nick Eavenson; daughter Angie Eavenson and husband Mitch Taylor, step-daughter Misty Wims and husband Thomas; son-in-law Sandy White; brother JC (Bud) Childers and wife Carolyn; sister-in-law Janice Childers; granddaughters Jenna Maynor, Amber Harper and husband Jeb; step...

Margaret M. Saunders

Margaret M. Saunders

Apr 26, 2014

Margaret M. Saunders , age 69, of Hoschton. “Welcome to Nana and Pa’s House … Where Cousins Go To Become Best Friends…”. A famous plaque posted in their living room, this message is the best to describe our family, Sister, Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Aunt, and Friend. Without question Margaret Anne McCurdy “Georgia” Saunders was extraordinary....