Death Notices
James Carl (Buddy) Waller
Mr. James Carl “Buddy” Waller, age 76, of 287 Johnstonville Road, Barnesville, Georgia, passed away on Monday, December 23, 2019 at Macon Navicent Health Hospital. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Bobbie Carol Waller; one daughter, Jennifer Carol Leveillee; one granddaughter, Jasmine Marie Leveillee; one grandson, Tristan James Leveillee; son-in-law, Jerry Leveillee; and sisters-in-law, Joyce Waller and Glenna Waller and a number of nieces and nephews.
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Fred Lee Smoot
Mr. Fred Lee Smoot, age 89, of Barnesville, GA passed away on Friday, December 13, 2019 at Brightmoor Hospice.
Mr. Smoot, formerly of Gauley Mountain, WV, was born on Thursday, May 29, 1930 to the late Charles Richard Smoot and the late Etta Susan Tingler Smoot. He was also preceded in death by his daughter, Deborah Susan Smoot. Fred was a proud veteran of the United States Army. He was the owner of S&R Crane Service.
Fred is survived by his wife of 65 years, Joann Smoot; children and their spouses, Steven Wayne & Kimberly Smoot, Thomas Lee & Debbie Smoot, Caroline Kay & William Harris, and Julie Ann & Thomas Knott;
Memorial services for Mr. Fred Lee Smoot will be private.
To sign the online registry or to send a condolence online, please do so at www.williams-westburyfuneralhome.com
Williams-Westbury Funeral Home, 526 College Drive, Barnesville, is serving the Smoot family.
Mr. Smoot, formerly of Gauley Mountain, WV, was born on Thursday, May 29, 1930 to the late Charles Richard Smoot and the late Etta Susan Tingler Smoot. He was also preceded in death by his daughter, Deborah Susan Smoot. Fred was a proud veteran of the United States Army. He was the owner of S&R Crane Service.
Fred is survived by his wife of 65 years, Joann Smoot; children and their spouses, Steven Wayne & Kimberly Smoot, Thomas Lee & Debbie Smoot, Caroline Kay & William Harris, and Julie Ann & Thomas Knott;
Memorial services for Mr. Fred Lee Smoot will be private.
To sign the online registry or to send a condolence online, please do so at www.williams-westburyfuneralhome.com
Williams-Westbury Funeral Home, 526 College Drive, Barnesville, is serving the Smoot family.
James Richard "Jim" Westbury, Sr.
Mr. James Richard “Jim” Westbury, Sr., age 78, of Griffin, Georgia, went to be with his Lord on Friday, December 13, 2019.
Jim was born on Saturday, November 22, 1941 in Dansville, New York to the late Reverend Samuel Joseph Westbury and the late Dorothy Elizabeth Miller Westbury. He is preceded in death by his wife, Loretta Chambley Westbury, and grandson, Evan Richard Brock. Jim grew up in Augusta, Georgia and graduated from Richmond Academy. He attended the Georgia Institute of Technology, Evangel Bible College, and went on to graduate from the University of Georgia. He was a lifelong Georgia Bulldog fan. He was very involved at Griffin First Assembly in many leadership positions and later at First Baptist Church of Griffin, where he served on the board of deacons and was a member of The Brothers Sunday School class. Jim spent his entire working life as the Administrator for the family nursing home in Jenkinsburg/Jackson. He was a pioneer in the Georgia Health Care Association. Jim - with generosity, grace, humility and love - cared for others all his life. Jim survived being hit by a train on Memorial Day 1971, famously apologizing to the conductor for stopping the train.
Jim is survived by his devoted wife, Linda Bass Westbury; children and their spouses, Penny and Rick Griffin, Patti and Byron Brock, James and Tonya Westbury, Joe and Drew Westbury; grandchildren, Tyler and Dana Griffin, Kip and Daniel Wise, Keaton Wise, David Brock, Jay Westbury, Adam Brock, Mattie Westbury, Kitty Westbury, Kami Westbury, Karoline Westbury, and Kaysen Westbury; great-grandson, Avery Griffin; sister, Margie Hunt; brothers and sisters-in-law, Phil and Sherry Westbury, Ron and Karen Westbury; several cousins, nieces and nephews.
Funeral services for Mr. Jim Westbury will be held on Tuesday, December 17, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Griffin. Dr. Bill Hardee and Dr. Ron Westbury will officiate. Interment will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery with Dr. Benny Tate officiating. Friends visited the family on Monday evening from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Conner-Westbury Funeral Home in Griffin. Friends may also visit the family one hour prior to the service in the Parlor of the First Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Salvation Army, 725 Meriwether Street, Griffin, Georgia 30224.
To offer an online condolence to the family, please visit www.sherrell-westburyfuneralhome.com.
Sherrell-Westbury Funeral Home, 212 East College Street, Jackson is serving the Westbury family.
Jim was born on Saturday, November 22, 1941 in Dansville, New York to the late Reverend Samuel Joseph Westbury and the late Dorothy Elizabeth Miller Westbury. He is preceded in death by his wife, Loretta Chambley Westbury, and grandson, Evan Richard Brock. Jim grew up in Augusta, Georgia and graduated from Richmond Academy. He attended the Georgia Institute of Technology, Evangel Bible College, and went on to graduate from the University of Georgia. He was a lifelong Georgia Bulldog fan. He was very involved at Griffin First Assembly in many leadership positions and later at First Baptist Church of Griffin, where he served on the board of deacons and was a member of The Brothers Sunday School class. Jim spent his entire working life as the Administrator for the family nursing home in Jenkinsburg/Jackson. He was a pioneer in the Georgia Health Care Association. Jim - with generosity, grace, humility and love - cared for others all his life. Jim survived being hit by a train on Memorial Day 1971, famously apologizing to the conductor for stopping the train.
Jim is survived by his devoted wife, Linda Bass Westbury; children and their spouses, Penny and Rick Griffin, Patti and Byron Brock, James and Tonya Westbury, Joe and Drew Westbury; grandchildren, Tyler and Dana Griffin, Kip and Daniel Wise, Keaton Wise, David Brock, Jay Westbury, Adam Brock, Mattie Westbury, Kitty Westbury, Kami Westbury, Karoline Westbury, and Kaysen Westbury; great-grandson, Avery Griffin; sister, Margie Hunt; brothers and sisters-in-law, Phil and Sherry Westbury, Ron and Karen Westbury; several cousins, nieces and nephews.
Funeral services for Mr. Jim Westbury will be held on Tuesday, December 17, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Griffin. Dr. Bill Hardee and Dr. Ron Westbury will officiate. Interment will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery with Dr. Benny Tate officiating. Friends visited the family on Monday evening from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Conner-Westbury Funeral Home in Griffin. Friends may also visit the family one hour prior to the service in the Parlor of the First Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Salvation Army, 725 Meriwether Street, Griffin, Georgia 30224.
To offer an online condolence to the family, please visit www.sherrell-westburyfuneralhome.com.
Sherrell-Westbury Funeral Home, 212 East College Street, Jackson is serving the Westbury family.
Joan Marie Truesdale
Mrs. Joan Marie Truesdale, age 85 of Milner passed away, Thursday, November 28, 2019 at her residence.
Mrs. Truesdale was born in Newark, New Jersey on August 9, 1934. She is preceded in death by parents, George and Marie Picard. Her husband, Roy E Truesdale. Brother Gene Picard. Sons, Wayne E Surber and Bart W Truesdale. Daughter Ginger L Surber. Grandsons, Michael P O'Neill and Shane W Truesdale.
Survivors include, Daughter, Sharon Surber. Grandson, Aaron S Whitehurst. Granddaughter, Jodi Fioravanti and husband Dillan. Great granddaughters Madison and Abbi Fioravanti. Great grandson Patrick O'Neill.
Conner-Westbury Funeral Home, 1891 W. McIntosh Rd, Griffin is in charge of arrangements.
Please join the family and friends in honoring the life of Joan Marie Truesdale by visiting www.conner-westburyfuneralhome.com to post your tributes and memories.
Mrs. Truesdale was born in Newark, New Jersey on August 9, 1934. She is preceded in death by parents, George and Marie Picard. Her husband, Roy E Truesdale. Brother Gene Picard. Sons, Wayne E Surber and Bart W Truesdale. Daughter Ginger L Surber. Grandsons, Michael P O'Neill and Shane W Truesdale.
Survivors include, Daughter, Sharon Surber. Grandson, Aaron S Whitehurst. Granddaughter, Jodi Fioravanti and husband Dillan. Great granddaughters Madison and Abbi Fioravanti. Great grandson Patrick O'Neill.
Conner-Westbury Funeral Home, 1891 W. McIntosh Rd, Griffin is in charge of arrangements.
Please join the family and friends in honoring the life of Joan Marie Truesdale by visiting www.conner-westburyfuneralhome.com to post your tributes and memories.
Amanda "Mandi" Jane Cole Nicholas
Mrs. Amanda “Mandi” Jane Cole Nicholas, age 48, of Meansville, GA formerly of Tallapoosa, GA passed away November 22, 2019. She was born May 4, 1971 in Carrollton, GA and was preceded in death by her father, Dennis Benjamin Cole.
Mandi was the baby of her family’s three children. They were a beautiful family that she loved dearly, and they meant the world to her. She was a beautiful, fun loving woman who was full of life. She cherished her family; if there was sickness, she was the caretaker, in disagreements, she was the peacemaker. Her patience and love had no end. With exception when it came to a good ‘ole Georgia football game!
Mandi graduated from Haralson County High School Class of 1989. She loved her career working with Carrollton Police Department and she loved quilting. Mandi held Pine Hill Christian Church close to her heart. God, family and friends were the things she loved the most. Her unwavering faith was amazing. She was sure of her final home and love is her legacy.
Mandi is survived by her husband, Brian Nicholas and daughter, Mary Syble Nicholas both of Meansville; mother and step-father, Mary Lois and Willard Loftin of Bowdon; sister, Machelle Black of Mt. Zion, GA; brother and sister in law, Benji and Renee Cole, of Bowdon; and nephews, Taylor Alred, Griffin Cole, Roswell Cole and Cole Black.
Funeral services were held November 25, 2019 at 2:00 PM EST from Pine Hill Christian Church, Graham, AL with Rev. Doug Hardy and Rev. Scott Blake officiating. A special reading was be rendered by Aunt Carol Traylor. Music was provided by Wanice Odell and Susan Gibbs. Gentlemen serving as pallbearers were Taylor Alred, Cole Black, Roswell Cole, Griffin Cole, Truman Traylor and Tim Cole. Interment followed in Pine Hill Church Cemetery.
Sympathies may be sent to the family at www.miller-funeralhome.com
Miller Funeral Home, Tallapoosa, GA.
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Mandi was the baby of her family’s three children. They were a beautiful family that she loved dearly, and they meant the world to her. She was a beautiful, fun loving woman who was full of life. She cherished her family; if there was sickness, she was the caretaker, in disagreements, she was the peacemaker. Her patience and love had no end. With exception when it came to a good ‘ole Georgia football game!
Mandi graduated from Haralson County High School Class of 1989. She loved her career working with Carrollton Police Department and she loved quilting. Mandi held Pine Hill Christian Church close to her heart. God, family and friends were the things she loved the most. Her unwavering faith was amazing. She was sure of her final home and love is her legacy.
Mandi is survived by her husband, Brian Nicholas and daughter, Mary Syble Nicholas both of Meansville; mother and step-father, Mary Lois and Willard Loftin of Bowdon; sister, Machelle Black of Mt. Zion, GA; brother and sister in law, Benji and Renee Cole, of Bowdon; and nephews, Taylor Alred, Griffin Cole, Roswell Cole and Cole Black.
Funeral services were held November 25, 2019 at 2:00 PM EST from Pine Hill Christian Church, Graham, AL with Rev. Doug Hardy and Rev. Scott Blake officiating. A special reading was be rendered by Aunt Carol Traylor. Music was provided by Wanice Odell and Susan Gibbs. Gentlemen serving as pallbearers were Taylor Alred, Cole Black, Roswell Cole, Griffin Cole, Truman Traylor and Tim Cole. Interment followed in Pine Hill Church Cemetery.
Sympathies may be sent to the family at www.miller-funeralhome.com
Miller Funeral Home, Tallapoosa, GA.
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Walter Henry Lindsey
Mr. Walter Henry Lindsey 59, of 113 Fluellyn Road Milner transitioned on Thursday November 21 in the Southern Regional Medical Center.
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Annie M. Harris
Ms. Annie M. Harris 78, of 182 White Oak Drive Jackson, GA transitioned on November 19, 2019 at her residence. Celebration of Life Services will be held on Saturday 11am in the Mount Pleasant Baptist Church Flovilla, GA. Dr. Eddie F. Collier will officiate, and interment will be in the Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday beginning at 5pm until 8pm. Professional Services are under the direction of Trice Funeral Home Inc. of Barnesville
Ms. Harris was born unto Ms. Lucy Mae Castlin and Mr. Berner Harris in Lamar County on October 18, 1941. She attended Booker High School in Lamar County. She received her G.E.D. at then the Griffin Technical College. She sought Christ at an early age and joined the Sandhill C.M.E Church. She later in life joined the Mount Pleasant Baptist Church Flovilla, GA and served under Pastoral leadership of her son, Pastor James E. Smith Jr. She served her community as the 1st Black Elected Woman to the City of Barnesville Council. She served for several years as a licensed insurance agent for American National Life Insurance Company until she retired.
Ms. Harris leaves to cherish her memory a daughter, Ms. Devy Harris of Jackson, two sons Mr. Kenneth E. Smith of Jackson, and Rev. James E. (Angela) Smith Jr. of Milner. 8 Granchildren and 18 great-grandchildren also survive. Two sisters Ms. Cora Fambro of Barnesville and Ms. Shelia Lovelace of Stockbridge, Three Brothers Mr. Terrance (Severa) Lovelace, Mr. Leonard Lovelace both of Barnesville and SSGT (Ret.) Kenneth (Pamela) Lovelace of Hampton, Virginia. A host of Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, and many dear friends to many to name will all miss her presence.
Ms. Harris was born unto Ms. Lucy Mae Castlin and Mr. Berner Harris in Lamar County on October 18, 1941. She attended Booker High School in Lamar County. She received her G.E.D. at then the Griffin Technical College. She sought Christ at an early age and joined the Sandhill C.M.E Church. She later in life joined the Mount Pleasant Baptist Church Flovilla, GA and served under Pastoral leadership of her son, Pastor James E. Smith Jr. She served her community as the 1st Black Elected Woman to the City of Barnesville Council. She served for several years as a licensed insurance agent for American National Life Insurance Company until she retired.
Ms. Harris leaves to cherish her memory a daughter, Ms. Devy Harris of Jackson, two sons Mr. Kenneth E. Smith of Jackson, and Rev. James E. (Angela) Smith Jr. of Milner. 8 Granchildren and 18 great-grandchildren also survive. Two sisters Ms. Cora Fambro of Barnesville and Ms. Shelia Lovelace of Stockbridge, Three Brothers Mr. Terrance (Severa) Lovelace, Mr. Leonard Lovelace both of Barnesville and SSGT (Ret.) Kenneth (Pamela) Lovelace of Hampton, Virginia. A host of Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, and many dear friends to many to name will all miss her presence.
Annie Mae Harris
Former Barnesville city council member Annie Mae Harris died Nov. 20.
Funeral arrangements will be announced by Trice Funeral Home.
Funeral arrangements will be announced by Trice Funeral Home.
Patrick Elton Messinger
Mr. Patrick Elton Messinger, age 87, of Barnesville, GA passed away on Tuesday, November 19, 2019 at Eternal Hope Hospice.
Mr. Messinger, formerly of Philippi, WV, was born on Saturday, April 30, 1932 to the late John Clifton Messinger and the late Ella Regina Jaggie Messinger. He was also preceded in death by 7 brothers and 3 sisters. Patrick was a proud veteran of the United States Army, having served in the Korean War. He was employed with Stuart-McMunn, where he worked as a plumber. Patrick loved his cabin in WV, where he enjoyed the mountains and rivers. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and playing golf. Patrick loved spending time with his grandchildren.
Patrick is survived by his wife of over 60 years, Mary Jo Messinger; children and their spouses, John & Kristin Messinger and Julie & Tim Little; grandchildren, Kendall Little, Patrick Messinger, Zachary Messinger, Erin Little, and Megan Messinger; sister, Juanita Messinger; numerous nieces and nephews also survive.
A funeral mass for Mr. Patrick Messinger will be held at St. Peter the Rock Catholic Church on Monday, November 25th, 2019 at 10:00 A.M.
To sign the online registry or to send a condolence online, please do so at www.williams-westburyfuneralhome.com
Williams-Westbury Funeral Home, 526 College Drive, Barnesville, is serving the Messinger family.
Mr. Messinger, formerly of Philippi, WV, was born on Saturday, April 30, 1932 to the late John Clifton Messinger and the late Ella Regina Jaggie Messinger. He was also preceded in death by 7 brothers and 3 sisters. Patrick was a proud veteran of the United States Army, having served in the Korean War. He was employed with Stuart-McMunn, where he worked as a plumber. Patrick loved his cabin in WV, where he enjoyed the mountains and rivers. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and playing golf. Patrick loved spending time with his grandchildren.
Patrick is survived by his wife of over 60 years, Mary Jo Messinger; children and their spouses, John & Kristin Messinger and Julie & Tim Little; grandchildren, Kendall Little, Patrick Messinger, Zachary Messinger, Erin Little, and Megan Messinger; sister, Juanita Messinger; numerous nieces and nephews also survive.
A funeral mass for Mr. Patrick Messinger will be held at St. Peter the Rock Catholic Church on Monday, November 25th, 2019 at 10:00 A.M.
To sign the online registry or to send a condolence online, please do so at www.williams-westburyfuneralhome.com
Williams-Westbury Funeral Home, 526 College Drive, Barnesville, is serving the Messinger family.
Kenneth Eugene Wehunt
Mr. Kenneth Eugene Wehunt, age 88, of Barnesville, GA passed away on Thursday, November 7, 2019 at his residence.
Ken was born in Jasper, GA on Sunday, July 12, 1931 to the late Luther B. Wehunt and the late Frances Winkler Wehunt. He is also preceded in death by his wife, Martha Helen Hoyle Wehunt; four brothers; six sisters. Ken graduated from Berry College and from the University of Georgia, where he received both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees. After graduating from the University of Georgia, he returned to Berry College where he taught as a professor for 17 years. Ken was formerly employed at Strain Poultry Farms, where he worked from 1969 until 1986.
Ken is survived by his son, David Wehunt; daughter, Amy Quaile; grandchildren, Philicia Gore and husband, Ben, and Gabriel Wehunt; great-grandchild, Ben Gore, Jr.
A funeral service for Mr. Kenneth Wehunt will be held on Monday, November 11, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. at Breedlove Memorial Chapel with Pastor Charlie Steck officiating. Interment will follow in Lamar Memory Gardens. Friends may visit the family Sunday, November 10, 2019 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Williams-Westbury Funeral Home.
Those who wish may sign the online guest registry at www.williams-westburyfuneralhome.com
Williams-Westbury Funeral Home, 526 College Drive, Barnesville is serving the Wehunt family.
Ken was born in Jasper, GA on Sunday, July 12, 1931 to the late Luther B. Wehunt and the late Frances Winkler Wehunt. He is also preceded in death by his wife, Martha Helen Hoyle Wehunt; four brothers; six sisters. Ken graduated from Berry College and from the University of Georgia, where he received both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees. After graduating from the University of Georgia, he returned to Berry College where he taught as a professor for 17 years. Ken was formerly employed at Strain Poultry Farms, where he worked from 1969 until 1986.
Ken is survived by his son, David Wehunt; daughter, Amy Quaile; grandchildren, Philicia Gore and husband, Ben, and Gabriel Wehunt; great-grandchild, Ben Gore, Jr.
A funeral service for Mr. Kenneth Wehunt will be held on Monday, November 11, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. at Breedlove Memorial Chapel with Pastor Charlie Steck officiating. Interment will follow in Lamar Memory Gardens. Friends may visit the family Sunday, November 10, 2019 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Williams-Westbury Funeral Home.
Those who wish may sign the online guest registry at www.williams-westburyfuneralhome.com
Williams-Westbury Funeral Home, 526 College Drive, Barnesville is serving the Wehunt family.
Nicholas Phinazee Bryan
Nicholas, “Nick”, Phinazee Bryan, 27, of Milner, passed away November 1, 2019. From birth, on January 14, 1992 in Griffin, GA, Nicholas always brought a loving smile and a helping hand to his family and all he encountered. Nicholas graduated from Lamar County High School in 2010, where he was a member of Skills USA.
Nicholas worked for BHW of Jonesboro, GA, and was a member of the Sheet Metal Workers Local 85 Union. He also managed, maintained and operated his family’s land, Phinazee/Bryan Farms, where most recently he impassioned his bountiful energy, commitment and faith in Matt and Crystal, as Site Operations Director for Wedstock. [Full Story »]
Nicholas worked for BHW of Jonesboro, GA, and was a member of the Sheet Metal Workers Local 85 Union. He also managed, maintained and operated his family’s land, Phinazee/Bryan Farms, where most recently he impassioned his bountiful energy, commitment and faith in Matt and Crystal, as Site Operations Director for Wedstock. [Full Story »]
Darryl Knight
Darryl Knight, age 57 of Warm Springs, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2019.
Darryl was born in Barnesville, Georgia on July 12, 1962. He is preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Ida Ross Knight; his sister, Marie K. Hand. Darryl was a Plumber and Electrician by trade. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. Darryl was an avid hunter and fisherman.
Survivors include his wife, Kammie Knight, daughters, Randi Fielder and husband Jacob, Brianna Knight; son, Kirt Gilbert; 6 grandchildren, sister, Betty Knight Harrell; several nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be Saturday, November 2, 2019 at 11:00 am in the Chapel of Conner-Westbury Funeral Home. Visitation will follow the service.
Conner-Westbury Funeral Home 1891 W. McIntosh Road, Griffin is in charge of arrangements.
Please visit our website at www.conner-westburyfuneralhome.com to post your tributes and memories.
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Darryl was born in Barnesville, Georgia on July 12, 1962. He is preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Ida Ross Knight; his sister, Marie K. Hand. Darryl was a Plumber and Electrician by trade. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. Darryl was an avid hunter and fisherman.
Survivors include his wife, Kammie Knight, daughters, Randi Fielder and husband Jacob, Brianna Knight; son, Kirt Gilbert; 6 grandchildren, sister, Betty Knight Harrell; several nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be Saturday, November 2, 2019 at 11:00 am in the Chapel of Conner-Westbury Funeral Home. Visitation will follow the service.
Conner-Westbury Funeral Home 1891 W. McIntosh Road, Griffin is in charge of arrangements.
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Linda Kay Golden Harris
Mrs. Linda Kay Golden Harris, age 66, of Milner, GA passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2019 at her residence.
Linda was born in Mableton, GA on Friday, April 24, 1953 to the late Otis Golden and the late Ruth Entrekin Golden. She is also preceded in death by her aunt, Ethel Entrekin. She was formerly employed at Chick-Fil-A. Linda was a member of Rock Springs Church. She loved flower gardens and visiting Myrtle Beach.
Linda is survived by her husband of 41 years, Rodney Harris; children and their spouses, Shane & Angie Lester, Christy & Michael Piper, Shannon Harris Moon & Bret Moon, Steven & Tammy Harris, Jason Harris & Linda Ray Harris; 11 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.
A funeral service for Mrs. Linda Harris will be held on Monday, November 4, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. at Rock Springs Church with Dr. Benny Tate officiating. Interment will follow in the Rock Springs Church Cemetery. Friends may visit the family Sunday afternoon from 4:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. at Williams-Westbury Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider making a donation to the Cancer Support Ministry of Rock Springs Church “Compassionate Hearts”, 219 Rock Springs Road Milner, Georgia 30257 in memory of Mrs. Linda Harris.
Those who wish may sign the online guest registry at www.williams-westburyfuneralhome.com
Williams- Westbury Funeral Home, 526 College Drive, Barnesville is serving the Harris family.
Linda was born in Mableton, GA on Friday, April 24, 1953 to the late Otis Golden and the late Ruth Entrekin Golden. She is also preceded in death by her aunt, Ethel Entrekin. She was formerly employed at Chick-Fil-A. Linda was a member of Rock Springs Church. She loved flower gardens and visiting Myrtle Beach.
Linda is survived by her husband of 41 years, Rodney Harris; children and their spouses, Shane & Angie Lester, Christy & Michael Piper, Shannon Harris Moon & Bret Moon, Steven & Tammy Harris, Jason Harris & Linda Ray Harris; 11 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.
A funeral service for Mrs. Linda Harris will be held on Monday, November 4, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. at Rock Springs Church with Dr. Benny Tate officiating. Interment will follow in the Rock Springs Church Cemetery. Friends may visit the family Sunday afternoon from 4:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. at Williams-Westbury Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider making a donation to the Cancer Support Ministry of Rock Springs Church “Compassionate Hearts”, 219 Rock Springs Road Milner, Georgia 30257 in memory of Mrs. Linda Harris.
Those who wish may sign the online guest registry at www.williams-westburyfuneralhome.com
Williams- Westbury Funeral Home, 526 College Drive, Barnesville is serving the Harris family.
Deborah Ruth Ross
Ms. Deborah Ruth Ross, age 66, of Barnesville, GA passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2019 at WellStar Spalding Regional Hospital.
Deborah was born on Sunday, February 1, 1953 to the late Milton Lamar Ross and the late Maggie Ruth Sherwood Ross. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Warren Lamar Ross and her sister, Darlene Sprayberry. Deborah was self- employed working as a nanny. She loved everybody, all the children she raised as if they were hers. Deborah was a devoted Christian and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Barnesville. She never forgot anyone’s birthday.
Deborah is survived by her brothers and sisters- in-law, Jimmy and Clarita Sprayberry, Sean and Jeannette Ross; Sisters and brothers- in-law, Yvonne Williams, Cheryl and Allen “Butch” Nadzam, Stacia and Jason Martin, Kimberly D. and Jon Saunders; Best family friend, Dena Ray; Special family friends, Eddie and Toni Grogan and family; numerous nieces and nephews also survive.
A memorial service for Ms. Deborah Ruth Ross will be held at the First Baptist Church of Barnesville on Thursday, October 31, 2019 at 1:00 P.M. with Reverend Garth Forster officiating.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making donations to St. Jude’s Children’s Cancer Research (www.stjude.org).
To sign the online registry or to send a condolence online, please do so at www.williams-westburyfuneralhome.com
Williams-Westbury Funeral Home, 526 College Drive, Barnesville, is serving the Ross family.
Deborah was born on Sunday, February 1, 1953 to the late Milton Lamar Ross and the late Maggie Ruth Sherwood Ross. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Warren Lamar Ross and her sister, Darlene Sprayberry. Deborah was self- employed working as a nanny. She loved everybody, all the children she raised as if they were hers. Deborah was a devoted Christian and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Barnesville. She never forgot anyone’s birthday.
Deborah is survived by her brothers and sisters- in-law, Jimmy and Clarita Sprayberry, Sean and Jeannette Ross; Sisters and brothers- in-law, Yvonne Williams, Cheryl and Allen “Butch” Nadzam, Stacia and Jason Martin, Kimberly D. and Jon Saunders; Best family friend, Dena Ray; Special family friends, Eddie and Toni Grogan and family; numerous nieces and nephews also survive.
A memorial service for Ms. Deborah Ruth Ross will be held at the First Baptist Church of Barnesville on Thursday, October 31, 2019 at 1:00 P.M. with Reverend Garth Forster officiating.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making donations to St. Jude’s Children’s Cancer Research (www.stjude.org).
To sign the online registry or to send a condolence online, please do so at www.williams-westburyfuneralhome.com
Williams-Westbury Funeral Home, 526 College Drive, Barnesville, is serving the Ross family.
Henriette Anneliese Sparwasser Bernard
Henriette Anneliese Sparwasser Bernard, 82 of Barnesville died on October 21, 2019 at Brightmoore Hospice in Griffin, GA. She was born in Mainz, Germany to the late Wilhelm Sparwasser and the late Friederike Kloeckner Sparwasser. She was predeceased by three brothers and three sisters. She was a wife, mother, grandmother and devoted her time caring for the elderly and less fortunate.
She is survived by sons, Norman and Joanne Bernard of Alabaster, AL and Rudiger and Ginger Bernard of Austin, TX. and daughters, Gabriele and Gerd Eppelman of Mainz, Germany, Marion Gnigler of Hausham, Germany and Silvia Waterman of Barnesville, GA.; 10 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, October 25 at Greenwood Cemetery.
Southcare Creamation and Funeral Society had charge of arrangements.
She is survived by sons, Norman and Joanne Bernard of Alabaster, AL and Rudiger and Ginger Bernard of Austin, TX. and daughters, Gabriele and Gerd Eppelman of Mainz, Germany, Marion Gnigler of Hausham, Germany and Silvia Waterman of Barnesville, GA.; 10 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, October 25 at Greenwood Cemetery.
Southcare Creamation and Funeral Society had charge of arrangements.
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