The Rev. Michael Jarrett, former pastor of the Jefferson Presbyterian Church, died April 5, 2014, after a long battle with cancer.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, April 9, at 5 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 110 W. Ash Street, La Follette, Tenn., 37766.

Interment will be Thursday, April 10, at 10 a.m. at Powell Valley Cemetery.

A celebration of life (wake) will be held Friday, April 11, from 6-9 p.m. at The Manse, 227 Fairway Drive, La Follette, Tenn., 37766.

Donations to First Presbyterian La Follette (for aid to the poor) or to Campbell County Food Life Services can be made in lieu of flowers.

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GILLSVILLE – Joseph Larry “Joe” Satterfield, 54, passed away Saturday, April 5, 2014.

He was born in Gainesville, a son to Ann Mincey Satterfield, of Gainesville, and the late James Satterfield.

He was a member of the Temple Baptist Church in Homer where he served as choir director. He was a 1977 graduate of Johnson High School, a 36-year employee of Baldor/Reliance Electric of Flowery Branch and was an avid Georgia Bulldog fan. In addition to his father, Satterfield was preceded in death by his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Dennis and Ruth Edwards.

Survivors in addition to his mother include his wife, Melinda Edwards Satterfield; son, Dennis Brantley Pickett; daughter, Brittany Ruthann Satterfield and Beelee Lynn Satterfield, both of Gillsville; brother and sister-in-law, Jackie and Debra Howington, Gainesville; sister and brother-in-law, Sheila and Thomas Caudell, Commerce; brothers and sisters-in-law, Matthew and Pam Edwards, Commerce, and Phillip and Nan Edwards, Jefferson; special friend, Frances Vandiver, of Jefferson; and several nieces, nephews and extended family.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, April 9, 2014, at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of Evans Funeral Home with the Rev. Chris Segars, the Rev. Robbie Ledford and the Rev. Jason Arrowood officiating. The burial will follow in the Temple Baptist Church Cemetery with Blake McDaniel, Ben Ramsey, Will Ramsey, Keith Roberts, Kevin Brown and Lee Davis honored as pallbearers. The visitation will be held Monday, April 7, 2014, from 6-9 p.m. and on Tuesday, April 8, from 1-9 p.m. at Evans Funeral Home.
Flowers are optional, memorials may be made to the Temple Baptist Church building fund, 310 Temple Road, Homer, Georgia 30547.

Evans Funeral Home, Jefferson, is in charge of arrangements.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.evansfuneralhome.com.

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JEFFERSON – John Ernest Kesler, 73, entered into rest Friday, April 4, 2014.

He was born in Jefferson on March 16, 1941. He was the son of the late G.T. and Oris Massey Kesler. Mr. Kesler attended North Georgia College and graduated from the Athens Business College. He worked, along with his father and brother, in the family grocery business at Kesler’s Supermarket for many years. He later retired from the I.W. Davis Probation Detention Center with 18 years of service. He was preceded in death by a nephew, Joseph Hensley.

He was a natural athlete, participated in many sports in high school, and was most proud of wearing number 29 for the Jefferson Dragons football team. He remained an avid sports fan throughout his life. In 1998 he was recognized at halftime for his loyal support of the Jefferson Dragons, where he pulled the chains at home football games for 36 years. He was also an avid fisherman, and especially enjoyed the family tradition of trips to St. Mark’s, Fla., started by his father, and continuing in recent years with his brothers, Theron and George.

Mr. Kesler was a longtime member of the Bethany United Methodist Church. He loved his extended family and many lifelong friends. He especially enjoyed church music, and often joined with, and supported, his wife and daughters in their musical endeavors. Because of his birthday on 3-16, he had a special fondness for John 3:16, “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”

Survivors include his wife, Lynda Massey Kesler, Jefferson; daughters, Mendy Kesler Alford and her husband John, Houston, Texas, and Becky Kesler Jordan and her husband Todd, Gainesville; brothers and sisters-in-law, Theron and Janice Kesler, Jefferson, and George and Ladson Kesler, Hoschton; and five grandchildren, Claire Kesler Alford, Marjorie Ann Alford, Emma Louise Alford, Jaron Jordan, and Ben Jordan.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, April 10, at 2 p.m. at the Bethany United Methodist Church with the Revs. Mike McLemore and Charles Crabbe officiating. The body will lie in state at Bethany on Thursday from 1:30 to 2 p.m., prior to the service. The burial will follow in the Bethany United Methodist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be his nephews, Louis Dennis, Jason Hensley, Carter Cain, Cody Cain, Walt Massey, Franklin Kesler, Joe Elrod, and Andy Brooksher. The visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 9, , from 2 to 4 and 5 to 7 p.m. at Evans Funeral Home.

Flowers are optional, and memorials may be made to the Bethany U.M.C. Perpetual Care Cemetery Fund, 4659 Brockton Rd., Jefferson, GA 30549.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.evansfuneralhomeinc.com

Evans Funeral Home, Jefferson, is in charge of arrangements.

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COMMERCE – Kathleen Virginia Vinson Strickland, 45, passed away Friday, April 4, 2014, following a sudden illness.

She was the daughter of Renee Carver Bonner of Madison, Ga. and the late Erby Joe Vinson of Gadsden, Ala. She was born August 25, 1968, in Atlanta, and was a veteran of the United States Army. She was a member of the American Legion.

Survivors include a daughter, Kayla Moomaw Strickland; son, Russell Strickland Jr., of Jefferson; fiancé, Scott Dasher, Commerce; sisters, Lisa Allen, Buffalo, N.Y. and Christy Fitzpatrick, Lafayette.

Memorial services will be held Saturday, April 12, at 10 a.m., at Living Word Worship Center in Jefferson, with Pastor Mark Mobley officiating.

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MADISON COUNTY – Angel Ralph Rodriguez, 82, passed away from this life Saturday, March 29, 2014, after a courageous battle against a long term illness.

Angel was a native of San Juan, Puerto Rico, and moved to the United States in the 1950’s. He resided for periods in New York and Tampa, Fla., before making his home in the Madison County area. Mr. Rodriguez was preceded in death by a close friend, Kathleen Kamman.

Survivors include sons, Robert Rodriguez, Holiday, Fla., Ralph Rodriguez and daughter, Sandra Rodriguez, Tampa, Fla.; brothers, Ramon Rodriguez, Tampa, Fla., and Hector Rodriguez, Texas; sisters, Maria, Nellie, Carmen and Rosa, Puerto Rico; six grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Lord & Stephens Funeral Home, East chapel, Athens, is in charge of arrangements.

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GREENVILLE, S.C. – Helen Gertrude Sears Martin Bennefield died Wednesday, April 2, 2014.

Born in Jackson County, she was the daughter of the late George Washington and Cora Lee Hill Sears. She was formerly employed at Woodside Mill and was a member of Cherrydale Baptist Church. Mrs. Bennefield was preceded in death by her husband, James Thomas Martin; and nine brothers and sisters.

Survivors include children, Thomas Allen Martin, Sylvia Martin DeOliveira (Geriel), Wanda Martin DeMattos, and Barbara Martin Taulbee (Jack); 12 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; 16 great-great-grandchildren; brother, James Sears; and sister, Nell Sears.

Funeral services were held Sunday, April 6, in the Northwest Chapel. Burial was in Woodlawn Memorial Park.

Memorials may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38148.

Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Greenville, SC, was in charge of arrangements.

Condolences may be made to www.thomasmcafee.com.

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ARNOLDSVILLE – Dr. Jack Roger Crisler, 77, passed away suddenly doing what he loved – working on his tractor – at his residence in Arnoldsville, on Sunday, April 6, 2014.

Jack was the son of Robert Garr and Thara Crisler from Maysville. He is not survived by any of his 11 siblings. A retired Professor Emeritus of the University of Georgia’s School of Education, Dr. Crisler was a devoted husband of 55 years to his wife, Junan Davis, daughter of John and June Davis of Jefferson. Dr. Crisler was an active member of the Covenant Presbyterian Church in Athens. He will be missed and lovingly remembered by his family, and all that knew him.

In addition to his wife, Dr. Crisler is survived by three sons and three grandchildren, Jon Brandt and his wife Susan and their two children Wilson Brandt, and Frances Claire; Jack Jr. and his wife Angela; and son Joseph Robert, his son Denson Garr and his fiancée Jenny Thigpen and her children Kate and Abby.

The service will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 9, at Covenant Presbyterian Church at 1065 Gaines School Road in Athens.

Donations in lieu of flowers to either Covenant Presbyterian Church or the Croswell Children’s Home, 11 Croswell Rd., Sumter, SC 29150.

Lord and Stephens Funeral Home, East is in charge of arrangements.

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WINDER – Annette W. Mangubat, 63, passed away Saturday, April 5, 2014. She was a member of Winder Worship Center.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Hugh Dorsey Wilson Sr., and Ruby Lee Wilson; her husband, Renato Z. Mangubat; and two sisters, Virginia Brown and Joyce Ann Reed.

Survivors include three daughters, Lisa Morgan (Jesse) of Winder, Carmen Patrick (Donnie) of Winder, and Karen Wilson (William Michael) of Statham; a son, Matthew Wilson of Jacksonville, Fla.; three brothers, Hugh Dorsey Wilson Jr., of Madison, Jimmy Wilson, of Winder, and Mark Wilson, of Winder; three sisters, Janice Yaptengco, Cathy Wilson and Nancy Hardee, all of Winder; nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren and numbers nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on Monday, April 7, from 6-9 p.m. at Smith Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, April 8, at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Smith Funeral Home. Minister Janie Wilson will officiate. Interment will be in Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery.

Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Smith Funeral Home, Winder, is in charge of arrangements.

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Billy Jack Gaskins entered into the arms of Jesus and into the kingdom of heaven in the early morning hours of Wednesday, April, 9, 2014, at his residence.

He was surrounded by his loving wife of 55 years, Sandra Davis Gaskins, and his bountiful family. He was blessed with eight children, 20 grandchildren, and 37 great grandchildren. His magnetic personality and infectious smile brought joy into the lives of all that he encountered. His family will forever remember his witty personality, charm and unconditional faith in God and family. Even upon his deathbed, when asked how he was feeling, Billy Jack maintained his humor and would respond, “With my hands.” Billy Jack was of the Christian denomination and a member of Liberty Church in Ft. Lamar, Ga. for 30 years.

Petty Officer First Class Billy Jack Gaskins is an exemplary man who led an extraordinary life. He served his country proudly as a retired Naval Engineer. He served honorably during World War II, Republic of South Korea, and the Republic of South Vietnam.

Billy Jack started his civilian career as a heating and air conditioning repairman. His strong work ethic resulted in several promotions that led to a position as supervisor of mechanical maintenance with the Orange County School System in Orlando, Fla.

Upon retirement from the school system, he relocated to Jackson County in 1983. There he unselfishly gave of himself by providing services to the needy and senior citizens in the surrounding communities.

Billy Jack lived life to the fullest and enjoyed a variety of hobbies including fishing, bowling, and traveling. His traveling adventures took him to 43 states in the United States and three provinces in Canada. Additionally, he was a licensed pilot who enjoyed frequently getting lost in his Piper Cherokee airplane.

He is leaving behind an extensive family who will cherish and remember him as a truly great man.

Funeral services will be held Friday, April 11, at 2 p.m., at Liberty Church with the Rev. Richard Davis officiating. Interment will be in Jackson Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Thursday, April 10, from 6 to 8 p.m.

Little-Ward Funeral Home, Commerce, is in charge of arrangements.

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Lamar Martin, 63, husband of Jennie Sautter Martin, died Wednesday, April 9, 2014.

A native of Buford, he was the son of the late Newman Decatur Martin and Floyce Whidby Martin. He spent most of his life teaching and working in the HVAC-R profession and eventually retired doing what he loved to do, fishing and playing with the horses.

Survivors in addition to his wife include his children, Christie (Jamie) Gordon, Toccoa, and Joshua Martin, Athens; sister, Jeannine Morris, Braselton; nine grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, April 12, at 2 p.m. at Lord & Stephens Funeral Home, East Chapel, Athens.

Lord & Stephens East is in charge of arrangements.

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Hillyer Michael Royston, Jr., known as Michael, passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2014, at the age of 28.

Born on October 30, 1985, in Athens, he spent most of his life in and around Madison County, before moving to Edisto Island, S.C. several years ago. He was the son of Hillyer Michael Royston, Sr. (Mick) and Genevieve Wemyss Royston (Genny).

Survivors in addition to his parents include a brother, Robert Keith Royston and Kathryn Morrow Royston (Katie). Michael also leaves behind a sister-in-law, Holly Royston; nephew, Grant Royston; and grandmother, Kathryn Wemyss. He also survived by Amelia Claytor (Amey), his partner and brightest light of his life.

Known throughout his life for his startling intelligence and profound respect for the natural world, Michael spent as much time as he possibly could hunting, fishing, and caring for animals. From his childhood days walking Vineyard Creek with Katie, to his last, happiest years exploring Botany Bay with Amey, Michael often expressed his love by spending time outdoors with others. His hunting and fishing buddies numbered in the dozens, but Michael was always eager to take someone new out on the water or into the woods. A common phrase amongst those who miss him is, “we were supposed to go fishing soon.”

In addition to being an outdoorsman, Michael was also an intellectual and an athlete. Although he was an honor graduate from Madison County High School and an alum of the Governor’s Honors program, Michael did not consider himself an academic. However, once interested in a subject, he researched it to its foundation, and therefore impressed many with his knowledge, especially as it related to macrobiology. Michael was also a soccer player for over ten years, with three of those years spent on the MCHS varsity team.

Later in life, Michael moved to Edisto Island, a place he adored for both its ecology and its people. He made friends from all walks of life, sometimes through his work at the hardware store or tiling, often while preparing to go fishing. Michael made no discrimination in making friends or in helping others. He also was very fond of children, and they of him, as one could see by the children’s drawings displayed in his home. However, he spent most of his free time on the island with Amey, whom he loved with all his heart. Many on the island have related fond memories of the two of them and the love they had for each other.

A memorial service to honor Michael’s life will be held in New Hope Presbyterian Church outside of Comer, on Saturday, April 19, at 3 p.m. A reception will follow at the New Hope Schoolhouse.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Michael Royston Memorial Fund, which will support Amey and her medical expenses. Checks can be sent to the Michael Royston Memorial Fund, c/o First Citizens Bank, P.O. Box 95, Comer, GA 30629, or deposits can be made from any First Citizens Branch.

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NICHOLSON – Wanda Elizabeth Weldon, 62, died Thursday, April 10, 2014, at Athens Regional Medical Center.

Mrs. Weldon was born in Commerce, the daughter of the late W.T. and Cathel Mae Palmer Chester. She was a member of Nicholson Congregational Holiness Church and was a homemaker.

Survivors include her husband, Larry Emory Weldon, Nicholson; daughters and sons-in-law, Laurel and Sid Arnold, Loganville, and Priscilla and Billy Norris, Jefferson; sons and daughters-in-law, Preston and Melissa Weldon, Danielsville, and Lane and Lisa Weldon, Commerce; sisters, Barbara Wilson, Johnson City, Tenn., and Phyllis Vaughn and Pam Daniels, both of Nicholson; brothers, Ray Chester, Nicholson, Oral Chester, Commerce, and Kenneth Chester, Jefferson; and grandchildren, Lauren Bridges, Jake Bridges, Courtney Weldon, and Layken Weldon.

Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m., Sunday, April 13, at River of Life Worship Center with the Rev. Junior Sosebee officiating. Interment will follow at Nicholson Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday, April 12, from 5 to 8 p.m.

Little-Ward Funeral Home, Commerce, is in charge of arrangements.

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STATHAM – Edward Eugene Mann, 49, passed away Saturday, April 5, 2014.

Gene loved his family and the Georgia Bulldogs. Mr. Mann was preceded in death by his mother, Hazel Mann.

Survivors include his father, Carl Edward Mann of Statham; sons William Zane Mann and Andrew Edward Mann, both of Hoschton; brothers, Jeffrey Scott Mann and wife Dana, and Bobby Wayne Mann and wife Connie, all of Statham; sisters Deborah Kay McCarty and husband Terry, Alabama, and Carla Lynn Trippi and husband Charlie, Marietta; and grandson Hayden.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, April 8, at Lawson Funeral Home.

Arrangements were by Lawson Funeral Home, Hoschton.

www.lawsonfuneralhome.org.

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COMMERCE – Kinlee Elizabeth Lewis, infant daughter of Josh and Jenna Jones Lewis of Commerce, died Tuesday, April 8, 2014, at Northeast Georgia Medical Center.

Kinlee was preceded in death by her grandmother, Martha Lewis.

In addition to her parents, survivors include grandparents, Jerry and Scherry Lewis, Nicholson, and Donald and Beth Jones, Homer.

Funeral services will be held Sunday, April 13, at 3 p.m. at the chapel of Little-Ward Funeral Home with Deacon John Burke officiating. Interment will follow in Sunrise Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday, April 12, from 6 to 8 p.m.

Little-Ward Funeral Home, Commerce, is in charge of arrangements.

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JEFFERSON – William H. Pitts, 88, passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2014, from complications following a recent illness.

It was a battle well fought with bravery and honor, which is indicative of the way he lived his life. Born in Beulah, Ga., he moved with his family shortly after his birth and spent all but the last 15 years in his hometown of Lithia Springs. Bill served in the United States Navy for three years during World War II. Upon discharge, he began his 38-½ year career with the Gulf Oil Corporation. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. whose devotion showed in everything he did.

Bill was a man of strong, quiet faith, and was a member of the Lithia Springs United Methodist Church throughout his lifetime.

Survivors include his wife of nearly 60 years, Ella Mae Johnson Pitts; daughter, Melanie Ann Pitts Hollis and her husband, Steve. Bill was the proud grandfather of three grandsons, Garrett, Jacob and Ethan Hollis. Other surviving family members are nephews, Emory Pitts (Mary), Tommy Pitts (Judy); nieces, Shirley Austin Kidd (Larry), Gayle Love and Louann Brush; great-nephews, Mike Pitts (Penny), Dan Pitts, Brian Austin (Julie), Michael Austin (Melinda), Alex Lewis (Rebecca) and great-nieces, Rhonda Austin Chewning, Madison Brush, Ashley Love and Alyson Love; brother in law, James L. Fowler; and other beloved extended family members.

Visitation will be held at the funeral home Friday, April 11, from 6 to 8 p.m. A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, April 12, at 2:30 p.m. in the Lithia Springs United Methodist Church with viewing beginning at 2 p.m. in the Church. Interment will follow in the Rose Hill Cemetery in Austell.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the Ronald McDonald House, Attn.: Mrs. Kay Comacho, 795 Gatewood Rd. NE, Atlanta, GA 30329, or to the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Foundations, 1577 NE Expressway, Suite A, Atlanta, GA 30349.

Evans Funeral Home, Jefferson, is in charge of arrangements.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.evansfuneralhomeinc.com

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ROYSTON – Daniel Preston Slayton, Sr., 84, passed away on Wednesday, April 9, 2014.

Mr. Slayton was born in Meridian, Miss., on September 24, 1929, the son of the late Daniel Preston Slayton and Mary Singleton Slayton. He was an electronics engineer having worked for Reliance Electric, and an avid member of the Boy Scouts of America for many years. Mr. Slayton was also a United States Army Veteran, having retired after 23 years of service. Mr. Slayton was preceded in death by his wife, Geneva Coker Slayton.

Survivors include children, Daniel Slayton, Jr., Royston, Barbara Miller, Danielsville, and Sharlet Young, Canon; six grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and a sister, Sybil Robertson, Meridian, Miss.

Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 12, at Rose Hill Cemetery in Royston, with Apostle David Coker officiating and with full Military Honors. The family will receive friends at Pruitt Funeral Home from 7 until 9 p.m. on Friday, April 11. The family is at the home.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.pruittfhroyston.com.

Pruitt Funeral Home, Royston, is in charge of arrangements.

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WINDER – Jennie Lee Williams, 60, passed away Saturday, April 5. She was a member of The Winder Church of Christ.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Dr. Lewis H. Sr. and Iria Majelle Williams and a brother, Lewis H. Williams Jr.

Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Stacey and Scott Reed of Winder; two grandchildren, Christina Hamilton and Max Reed; and a special friend, Dana Beckmann.

A memorial service will be held Monday, April 7, at 4 p.m. in the Chapel of Smith Funeral Home.
The family will receive friends from 2 p.m. until the service on Monday.

Smith Funeral Home, Winder, is in charge of arrangements.

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BETHLEHEM – Wallace Lee Sizemore Jr., 66, died Saturday, April 12, 2014.

A native of West Virginia, Mr. Sizemore was the son of the late Wallace Lee Sizemore Sr. and Wilma Maxwell Sizemore. Mr. Sizemore was preceded in death by a sister Theresa Morris. He was retired from the United States Navy as a MMC.

Survivors include his wife, Mildred Willis Sizemore; a son, Wallace Lee Sizemore III; daughters; Tammy Harding (James Loudermilk) and Mattie (Gilbert III) Hattier; brother; Michael Sizemore; sister; Julia Ann Hill; 10 grandchildren; and a number of nieces and nephews.

Graveside services will be held on Wednesday April 16, at 12 p.m. at the Georgia National Cemetery in Canton.

Smith Funeral Home, Winder, is in charge of arrangements.

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COLBERT – Blanche Fortson Carter, 86, died Sunday, April 13, 2014.

A native of Danielsville, she was the daughter of the late Christopher Columbus and Naomi Chatham Fortson. Mrs. Carter was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Elmo Carter; five sisters, Mattie Lou Bryant, Ola Bridges, Ruby Hamby, Annie Sue Roling, and Mary Campbell; and five brothers, Tom Ed Fortson, Cliff Fortson, Will David Fortson, Jay Fortson, and Darwin Fortson.

Survivors include three daughters, Brenda Ward (Bob), Watkinsville, Pat Pinckard (Jim), Colbert, and Regina Benson (Phil), Danielsville; grandchildren, Kay Clifton (Rodney), Comer, Chris Pinckard (Jamie), Colbert, Kevin Ward (Maggie), Bishop, and Kellie Ward, Athens; and great-grandchildren, Maura Clifton, Lauren Clifton, Kasey Clifton, Sam Ward, Haley Ward, Myles Ward, and Caitlin Wilson.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, April 16, at 11:30 a.m. at the chapel of Lord and Stephens, Danielsville, with the Rev. Eddie Bouknight officiating. Interment will follow at Colbert Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Kenneth Roling, Franklin Fortson, Barry Hicks, Gary Cobb, Cody Cobb, and John Waggoner. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday, April 16, from 10 a.m. until service time.

Lord and Stephens, Danielsville, is in charge of arrangements.

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ROYSTON – Edna Joyce Loggins, 80, passed away Saturday, April 12, 2014.

She was the daughter of the late Charlie and Ola Mae Hardigree. Mrs. Loggins was preceded in death by a son, Charles Loggins; sister, Jean Loggins; and brothers, Curt and Franklin Hardigree. She was a member of the Georgia Gospel Eagles and was known as “Granny Eagle or Granny.”

Survivors include sons, Calvin and Michael Loggins; and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nieces, and nephews.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday April 15, at 3 p.m., at Lord & Stephens, Danielsville chapel. The burial will be in Danielsville Memorial Gardens.

Family asks you may send flowers or make memorial donations to a charity of your own choice.

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