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.
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Obituaries
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.
William Larry Johnson
Mr. William Larry Johnson, age 76, of Barnesville, GA passed away on Sunday, October 20, 2019, peacefully at his home.
Larry was born on Friday, April 23, 1943 in Thomaston, GA to the late Allen William Johnson and the late Mae Ruth Roberts Johnson. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Vivian McDaniel and Sharon Herndon. He was a United States Navy Veteran, serving both active and reserve for 14 years. He was honorably discharged and accumulated numerous honors during his years of service and retired from the City of Barnesville where he worked in the Electric Department and served his community in many capacities. Larry was a life-long wood worker and owner of Johnson’s Cabinets. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, playing his guitar, helping others and loved riding his motorcycle.
Larry is survived by his wife of 20 years, Diane Johnson; children, Donna and Rick Tomlin of Smyrna, TN, Deanna and Kelly Harshbarger, Donny and Elizabeth Johnson, Danny and Erica Johnson, all of Barnesville; stepchildren, Tralene and Donnie Barrett, Ashley and Joshua Buchanan of Hampton, Jennifer and Kiffen Rockwell, Kristin Harvey of Barnesville; a multitude of grandchildren and great-grandchildren whom he loved dearly; brothers and sisters-in-law, Rex and Barbara Johnson, Kenneth Johnson and Diana Borders; sister and brother-in-law, Mary “Doll Baby” and Herman Nicholson, all of Barnesville; several nieces and nephews.
A visitation for Mr. William Larry Johnson will be held Thursday, October 24, 2019 from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at Williams-Westbury Funeral home.
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 Johnson family.
Larry was born on Friday, April 23, 1943 in Thomaston, GA to the late Allen William Johnson and the late Mae Ruth Roberts Johnson. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Vivian McDaniel and Sharon Herndon. He was a United States Navy Veteran, serving both active and reserve for 14 years. He was honorably discharged and accumulated numerous honors during his years of service and retired from the City of Barnesville where he worked in the Electric Department and served his community in many capacities. Larry was a life-long wood worker and owner of Johnson’s Cabinets. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, playing his guitar, helping others and loved riding his motorcycle.
Larry is survived by his wife of 20 years, Diane Johnson; children, Donna and Rick Tomlin of Smyrna, TN, Deanna and Kelly Harshbarger, Donny and Elizabeth Johnson, Danny and Erica Johnson, all of Barnesville; stepchildren, Tralene and Donnie Barrett, Ashley and Joshua Buchanan of Hampton, Jennifer and Kiffen Rockwell, Kristin Harvey of Barnesville; a multitude of grandchildren and great-grandchildren whom he loved dearly; brothers and sisters-in-law, Rex and Barbara Johnson, Kenneth Johnson and Diana Borders; sister and brother-in-law, Mary “Doll Baby” and Herman Nicholson, all of Barnesville; several nieces and nephews.
A visitation for Mr. William Larry Johnson will be held Thursday, October 24, 2019 from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at Williams-Westbury Funeral home.
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 Johnson family.
Ryan Zolly Wilson
Mr. Ryan Zolly Wilson, age 38, of Barnesville, GA passed away on Saturday, October 19, 2019 at Emory University Hospital.
Ryan was born on Wednesday, January 21, 1981 in Griffin, GA to Dennis and Dianna Wilson. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Zolly and Elise Wilson, John and Mary Colley. He worked for State Farm Insurance as a Claims Adjuster. He was a member of Passion City Church. Ryan was an avid UGA and Braves fan, a strong Christian, never met a stranger, and was a generous soul. He also loved Marvel comics and video games.
Ryan is survived by his parents, Dennis and Dianna Wilson; twin brother and sister in-law, Brian and Irene Wilson of Sandy Springs; brother and sister-in-law, Michael and Kelly Wilson of Barnesville; sister and brother in-law, Becky and Chris Mulling of Yatesville; nieces, Addison Mulling and Gracie Wilson; nephew, Edward Wilson; uncles and aunts, Randy and Lynn Wilson of Cataula, Tony and Maura Wilson of Albany, OR; numerous cousins also survive.
A funeral service for Mr. Ryan Wilson will be held at 3:00 P.M. on Wednesday, October 23, 2019 at Breedlove Memorial Chapel with Reverend Danny Wilson officiating. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 2:00 P.M. until the hour of service at Williams-Westbury Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you consider making a memorial donation to the American Heart Association (Heart.org) in memory of Ryan Wilson.
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 Wilson family
Ryan was born on Wednesday, January 21, 1981 in Griffin, GA to Dennis and Dianna Wilson. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Zolly and Elise Wilson, John and Mary Colley. He worked for State Farm Insurance as a Claims Adjuster. He was a member of Passion City Church. Ryan was an avid UGA and Braves fan, a strong Christian, never met a stranger, and was a generous soul. He also loved Marvel comics and video games.
Ryan is survived by his parents, Dennis and Dianna Wilson; twin brother and sister in-law, Brian and Irene Wilson of Sandy Springs; brother and sister-in-law, Michael and Kelly Wilson of Barnesville; sister and brother in-law, Becky and Chris Mulling of Yatesville; nieces, Addison Mulling and Gracie Wilson; nephew, Edward Wilson; uncles and aunts, Randy and Lynn Wilson of Cataula, Tony and Maura Wilson of Albany, OR; numerous cousins also survive.
A funeral service for Mr. Ryan Wilson will be held at 3:00 P.M. on Wednesday, October 23, 2019 at Breedlove Memorial Chapel with Reverend Danny Wilson officiating. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 2:00 P.M. until the hour of service at Williams-Westbury Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you consider making a memorial donation to the American Heart Association (Heart.org) in memory of Ryan Wilson.
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 Wilson family
Celia A. Pate
Mrs. Celia A. Pate 90, of Barnesville transitioned on Saturday, October 12, 2018 at the Heritage Inn Nursing Home. Funeral services were held on Friday, October 18 at 11 a.m. at the Bethel Baptist Church. Pastor James C. Marable officiated and interment was held in the church cemetery.
Trice Funeral Home Inc. of Barnesville was in charge of all professional services.
Mrs. Pate leaves a legacy that will live on in the hearts of her loving and devoted husband Mr. Bennie W. Pate of Barnesville; daughters, Ms. Darlene Pate, Mrs. Verlene (Kenneth) Folson and Mrs. Mary (Larry) Smith all of Barnesville; sons, Mr. Wilton (Sandra) Pate of Forest Park, Mr. Bennie W. Pate, and Mr. Jerome (Linda) Pate all of Barnesville; 15 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren, five great-great grandchildren; one god-granddaughter; one sister-in-law Ms. Annie B. Murphy; brother-in-law, Mr. Robert Harris of Detroit; one devoted niece, Ms. Johnnie Mae Vaughn; one devoted nephew, Hillman Murphy; a faithful family friend, Lisa Caslin all of Barnesville; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and many dear friends who will all miss her immensely.
Trice Funeral Home Inc. of Barnesville was in charge of all professional services.
Mrs. Pate leaves a legacy that will live on in the hearts of her loving and devoted husband Mr. Bennie W. Pate of Barnesville; daughters, Ms. Darlene Pate, Mrs. Verlene (Kenneth) Folson and Mrs. Mary (Larry) Smith all of Barnesville; sons, Mr. Wilton (Sandra) Pate of Forest Park, Mr. Bennie W. Pate, and Mr. Jerome (Linda) Pate all of Barnesville; 15 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren, five great-great grandchildren; one god-granddaughter; one sister-in-law Ms. Annie B. Murphy; brother-in-law, Mr. Robert Harris of Detroit; one devoted niece, Ms. Johnnie Mae Vaughn; one devoted nephew, Hillman Murphy; a faithful family friend, Lisa Caslin all of Barnesville; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and many dear friends who will all miss her immensely.
Alice Louise Allen Corley
Mrs. Alice Louise Allen Corley, age 86, of Cumming, GA., passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2019, at Lanier Place in Cumming, GA.
Alice was born on Saturday, September 2, 1933, to the late Lynn Hamilton Allen and the late Pearl Odessa Coley Allen. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Jack Howard Corley; brothers, Hugh Allen, Roy Allen, Hillard Allen, Frank Allen and David Allen; sisters, Sally Phillips and Beatrice Moncrief. Alice retired from William Carter Company where she worked as an inspector. She was a member of Midway Baptist Church. Alice doted on her grandchildren and provided daily care to them for years. She loved to play bingo. Alice enjoyed cooking—and was good at it! She and her husband were also participating members of the Moose Lodge in Barnesville.
Alice is survived by her daughter and son in-law, Teresa Corley & John Russell Jackson of Cumming; grandsons, John Justin Jackson of Mississippi and Cameron Corley Jackson of Atlanta. Numerous nieces and nephews survive as well.
A graveside service for Mrs. Alice Corley was held at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 19, 2019 at Lamar Memory Gardens with Reverend James King officiating. The family received friends at Williams-Westbury Funeral Home on Saturday afternoon from 1:00 p.m. until 2:15 p.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 Corley family.
Alice was born on Saturday, September 2, 1933, to the late Lynn Hamilton Allen and the late Pearl Odessa Coley Allen. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Jack Howard Corley; brothers, Hugh Allen, Roy Allen, Hillard Allen, Frank Allen and David Allen; sisters, Sally Phillips and Beatrice Moncrief. Alice retired from William Carter Company where she worked as an inspector. She was a member of Midway Baptist Church. Alice doted on her grandchildren and provided daily care to them for years. She loved to play bingo. Alice enjoyed cooking—and was good at it! She and her husband were also participating members of the Moose Lodge in Barnesville.
Alice is survived by her daughter and son in-law, Teresa Corley & John Russell Jackson of Cumming; grandsons, John Justin Jackson of Mississippi and Cameron Corley Jackson of Atlanta. Numerous nieces and nephews survive as well.
A graveside service for Mrs. Alice Corley was held at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 19, 2019 at Lamar Memory Gardens with Reverend James King officiating. The family received friends at Williams-Westbury Funeral Home on Saturday afternoon from 1:00 p.m. until 2:15 p.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 Corley family.
Alice Louise Allen Corley
Mrs. Alice Louise Allen Corley, age 86, of Cumming, GA., passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2019, at Lanier Place in Cumming, GA.
Alice was born on Saturday, September 2, 1933, to the late Lynn Hamilton Allen and the late Pearl Odessa Coley Allen. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Jack Howard Corley; brothers, Hugh Allen, Roy Allen, Hillard Allen, Frank Allen and David Allen; sisters, Sally Phillips and Beatrice Moncrief. Alice retired from William Carter Company where she worked as an inspector. She was a member of Midway Baptist Church. Alice doted on her grandchildren and provided daily care to them for years. She loved to play bingo. Alice enjoyed cooking—and was good at it! She and her husband were also participating members of the Moose Lodge in Barnesville.
Alice is survived by her daughter and son in-law, Teresa Corley & John Russell Jackson of Cumming; grandsons, John Justin Jackson of Mississippi and Cameron Corley Jackson of Atlanta. Numerous nieces and nephews survive as well.
A graveside service for Mrs. Alice Corley was held at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 19, 2019 at Lamar Memory Gardens with Reverend James King officiating. The family received friends at Williams-Westbury Funeral Home on Saturday afternoon from 1:00 p.m. until 2:15 p.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 Corley family.
Alice was born on Saturday, September 2, 1933, to the late Lynn Hamilton Allen and the late Pearl Odessa Coley Allen. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Jack Howard Corley; brothers, Hugh Allen, Roy Allen, Hillard Allen, Frank Allen and David Allen; sisters, Sally Phillips and Beatrice Moncrief. Alice retired from William Carter Company where she worked as an inspector. She was a member of Midway Baptist Church. Alice doted on her grandchildren and provided daily care to them for years. She loved to play bingo. Alice enjoyed cooking—and was good at it! She and her husband were also participating members of the Moose Lodge in Barnesville.
Alice is survived by her daughter and son in-law, Teresa Corley & John Russell Jackson of Cumming; grandsons, John Justin Jackson of Mississippi and Cameron Corley Jackson of Atlanta. Numerous nieces and nephews survive as well.
A graveside service for Mrs. Alice Corley was held at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 19, 2019 at Lamar Memory Gardens with Reverend James King officiating. The family received friends at Williams-Westbury Funeral Home on Saturday afternoon from 1:00 p.m. until 2:15 p.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 Corley family.
Robert Kenneth "Bob" Spillman
Robert Kenneth “Bob” Spillman,74, of Barnesville, husband of Bobbie Sue Long Spillman, died Tuesday, October 8, 2019 at Brightmoor Hospice.
Born in Jacksonville, FL, March 13, 1945, he was a son of the late Mansfield and Edith Bigham Pilcher. He was a Veteran having served in the US Marine Corps during the Cuban Missile Crisis and Vietnam War. He also served as a body guard for the Joint Chiefs of Staff. For most of his life, Bob served in industrial maintenance until his retirement and was formerly a plumber with Holloway Plumbing in Thomaston.
He was a very active member of VFW Post 6542 where he was Past Jr. Vice and Trustee and was also a member of American Legion Post 168 in Barnesville.
Surviving in addition to his wife of thirty-nine years are a son, Brantley Spillman and wife Kari of Homewood, AL; two grandchildren, Graham and Amelie; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Mark and Robin Long of Barnesville; and very close friends from VFW Post 6542 who were like brothers to him.
Services for Robert Kenneth “Bob” Spillman will be conducted Sunday, October 13, 2019 at 2:00 PM with Military Honors from the Chapel of Haisten McCullough Funeral Home with Reverend Glen Vogel officiating.
Honorary escort will be members of VFW Post 6542 along with any current or former member of the military.
The family will receive friends Sunday from 1:00 PM until the service hour at the funeral home.
For online condolences please visit www.haistenmcculloughfuneralhome.com.
The family would especially like to thank the members of VFW Post 6542 and Auxiliary for all of their love and support throughout Bob’s illness.
Haisten McCullough Funeral Home, 1155 Everee Inn Road, Griffin is in charge of arrangements.
Born in Jacksonville, FL, March 13, 1945, he was a son of the late Mansfield and Edith Bigham Pilcher. He was a Veteran having served in the US Marine Corps during the Cuban Missile Crisis and Vietnam War. He also served as a body guard for the Joint Chiefs of Staff. For most of his life, Bob served in industrial maintenance until his retirement and was formerly a plumber with Holloway Plumbing in Thomaston.
He was a very active member of VFW Post 6542 where he was Past Jr. Vice and Trustee and was also a member of American Legion Post 168 in Barnesville.
Surviving in addition to his wife of thirty-nine years are a son, Brantley Spillman and wife Kari of Homewood, AL; two grandchildren, Graham and Amelie; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Mark and Robin Long of Barnesville; and very close friends from VFW Post 6542 who were like brothers to him.
Services for Robert Kenneth “Bob” Spillman will be conducted Sunday, October 13, 2019 at 2:00 PM with Military Honors from the Chapel of Haisten McCullough Funeral Home with Reverend Glen Vogel officiating.
Honorary escort will be members of VFW Post 6542 along with any current or former member of the military.
The family will receive friends Sunday from 1:00 PM until the service hour at the funeral home.
For online condolences please visit www.haistenmcculloughfuneralhome.com.
The family would especially like to thank the members of VFW Post 6542 and Auxiliary for all of their love and support throughout Bob’s illness.
Haisten McCullough Funeral Home, 1155 Everee Inn Road, Griffin is in charge of arrangements.
David Brian Zullo
Mr. David Brian Zullo, age 64, of Barnesville, GA passed away on Sunday, October 6, 2019 at his residence.
David was born on Saturday, January 1, 1955 to Ralph Pete Zullo and the late Phyllis Ann Cecil McGill. He worked for Days Inn and was a member of Rock Springs Church. David was one of the most humble people you’d ever meet. He loved golf, fishing, and spending time with his family.
David is survived by his children, Carrie Herndon of Elkhart, IN, Crystal Zullo of Elkhart, IN, and Anthony Zullo of Gulfport, MS; grandchildren, Chelsey Elmore, Frankie Elmore, Hunter Herndon, Trynten Herndon, Matthew Wixson, and Eleanor Steinke; great-grandchildren, Braxton, Bryson, and Justin; father, Ralph Zullo of Jacksonville, NC; sister, Michelle McGill; brothers & sister-in-law, Gary Zullo, Joe & Connie Zullo, and Tommy Zullo; several nieces and nephews.
A funeral service for Mr. David Zullo will be held on Thursday, October 10, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. in Breedlove Memorial Chapel with Reverend Larry Ballard officiating. Interment will follow in Lamar Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends at Williams-Westbury Funeral Home on Wednesday, October 9, 2019 from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.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 Zullo family.
David was born on Saturday, January 1, 1955 to Ralph Pete Zullo and the late Phyllis Ann Cecil McGill. He worked for Days Inn and was a member of Rock Springs Church. David was one of the most humble people you’d ever meet. He loved golf, fishing, and spending time with his family.
David is survived by his children, Carrie Herndon of Elkhart, IN, Crystal Zullo of Elkhart, IN, and Anthony Zullo of Gulfport, MS; grandchildren, Chelsey Elmore, Frankie Elmore, Hunter Herndon, Trynten Herndon, Matthew Wixson, and Eleanor Steinke; great-grandchildren, Braxton, Bryson, and Justin; father, Ralph Zullo of Jacksonville, NC; sister, Michelle McGill; brothers & sister-in-law, Gary Zullo, Joe & Connie Zullo, and Tommy Zullo; several nieces and nephews.
A funeral service for Mr. David Zullo will be held on Thursday, October 10, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. in Breedlove Memorial Chapel with Reverend Larry Ballard officiating. Interment will follow in Lamar Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends at Williams-Westbury Funeral Home on Wednesday, October 9, 2019 from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.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 Zullo family.
Barbara Hale Gresham Twilley
Barbara Hale Gresham Twilley, 88, passed away September 13, 2019. She was the daughter of Jessie Hale and Walter Quinn Gresham of Milner, GA. She earned degrees from GSCW (now Georgia College) in Milledgeville and from Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA and was a retired Cobb County school teacher.
She was a communicant of St. James’ Episcopal Church of Marietta, a member of the Philips Legion chapter of UDC, Smyrna, and the Fielding Lewis chapter of DAR, Marietta. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Robert F. Twilley, Sr.; her youngest daughter, Jean Shelton Twilley Rodie, of Keller, TX; and her brother, Walter Shelton Gresham. She is survived by daughters, Ann Twilley Henderson (Mick), Virginia Quinn Twilley Aiken (Michael), both of Kennesaw, GA,; her son Robert F. Twilley, Jr., of Marietta; her son-in-law, William Rodie of Keller, TX; grandchildren Jessie Henderson Kidd (Alan) of Ball Ground, GA, Gracie Henderson Yates (Andrew) of Sandersville, GA, Walter Thomas Aiken and George Robert Aiken, both of Kennesaw, Gresham William Rodie and Robert Bennett Rodie, both of Keller, TX; great grandchildren Caleb, Emma, Griffin, and Liam Kidd, and several much-loved nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to Blue Horizons Personal Care Home at 1760 Shillings Road, Kennesaw, GA 30152. Visitation is scheduled for Thursday from 4-7 p.m. at West Cobb Funeral Home in Marietta. A funeral service will be held at 12:00 Friday, September 20 at St. James’ Episcopal Church in Marietta, GA.
She was a communicant of St. James’ Episcopal Church of Marietta, a member of the Philips Legion chapter of UDC, Smyrna, and the Fielding Lewis chapter of DAR, Marietta. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Robert F. Twilley, Sr.; her youngest daughter, Jean Shelton Twilley Rodie, of Keller, TX; and her brother, Walter Shelton Gresham. She is survived by daughters, Ann Twilley Henderson (Mick), Virginia Quinn Twilley Aiken (Michael), both of Kennesaw, GA,; her son Robert F. Twilley, Jr., of Marietta; her son-in-law, William Rodie of Keller, TX; grandchildren Jessie Henderson Kidd (Alan) of Ball Ground, GA, Gracie Henderson Yates (Andrew) of Sandersville, GA, Walter Thomas Aiken and George Robert Aiken, both of Kennesaw, Gresham William Rodie and Robert Bennett Rodie, both of Keller, TX; great grandchildren Caleb, Emma, Griffin, and Liam Kidd, and several much-loved nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to Blue Horizons Personal Care Home at 1760 Shillings Road, Kennesaw, GA 30152. Visitation is scheduled for Thursday from 4-7 p.m. at West Cobb Funeral Home in Marietta. A funeral service will be held at 12:00 Friday, September 20 at St. James’ Episcopal Church in Marietta, GA.
Tommie Raye Pitts Winzell
Mrs. Tommie Raye Pitts Winzell, age 86, of Barnesville, formerly of Griffin, passed away Friday, September 13, 2019, at Harborview Nursing Home.
Raye was born on Monday, March 20, 1933 to the late Owen Pitts and the late Amelia Loetta Penley Pitts. She was also preceded in death by her husband, James W. Winzell and brother, Earnest Pitts. She was a homemaker and enjoyed watching television.
Raye is survived by her daughter, Diane Coggin; son, Terry Winzell; grandchildren, Stephanie and Mike Williams and Meredith Medina; brother, Richard “Bubba” Pitts; several nieces and nephews.
Visitation for Mrs. Raye Winzell will be held Tuesday, September 17, 2019 from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at the funeral home. A private entombment will follow in Oak Hill Mausoleum.
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 Winzell family.
Raye was born on Monday, March 20, 1933 to the late Owen Pitts and the late Amelia Loetta Penley Pitts. She was also preceded in death by her husband, James W. Winzell and brother, Earnest Pitts. She was a homemaker and enjoyed watching television.
Raye is survived by her daughter, Diane Coggin; son, Terry Winzell; grandchildren, Stephanie and Mike Williams and Meredith Medina; brother, Richard “Bubba” Pitts; several nieces and nephews.
Visitation for Mrs. Raye Winzell will be held Tuesday, September 17, 2019 from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at the funeral home. A private entombment will follow in Oak Hill Mausoleum.
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 Winzell family.
Ronald "Ronnie" Paul Reece
Ronald “Ronnie” Paul Reece, 64, of Milner, GA passed away September 13, 2019 after an extended illness. He is preceded in death by his parents Paul and Rachel Reece of Milner. He is survived by a son Chris Reece and daughter Kimberly Jenkins, both of Milner; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. The family will accept visitors from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on September 17 at Conner-Westbury Funeral Home in Griffin, GA.
Thomas "T.J." Jackson VanHouten, Sr.
Thomas "T.J." Jackson VanHouten, Sr.
Mr. Thomas "T.J." Jackson VanHouten, Sr., age 81, passed away Sunday, September 08, 2019. Memorial services will be held 3:00 PM Thursday Afternoon, September 12, 2019 in the Great Hall of the First United Methodist Church of Eatonton. The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM until the service time. Burial will take place 2:00 Pm, Friday afternoon, September 13, 2019 at Fredonia Congregational Methodist Church in Barnesville, GA.
Mr. VanHouten was born on February 13, 1938 in Culloden, GA to the late Jackson Garrett VanHouten and the late Gracie Kate Smith VanHouten. T.J. loved fishing, bird hunting and had a passion for light construction. He also loved scuba diving and reading. He was a volunteer firefighter and a member of the masons. He was an Eagle Scout who also was awarded the Vigil for the Order of the Arrow. He was a member of the First United Methodist church where he served on the staff pastor relationship committee and the nominating committee. He was preceded in death by his brothers Stanley VanHouten and David VanHouten, as well as his daughter Zackie VanHouten Boen.
T.J. is survived by his wife Ann VanHouten of Eatonton, son Thomas Jackson VanHouten, Jr. and wife Mistie of Burleson, TX, sisters Kathey Turner and husband Wendell of Zebulon, GA, and Marsha VanHouten of Kingsland, GA, brother Marcus VanHouten and wife Randee of Monroe, GA, as sister Denise Dixon and husband Eddie of Acworth, GA, sisters-in-law Linda VanHouten of Goshen, KY, Mary VanHouten of Butler, GA, Emily Brown and Faye Walker and husband Bobby both of Barnesville, GA, grandchildren Thomas Jackson VanHouten III, Maxwell Reed, and Samantha Ann.
To express condolences and sign the guest book please visit www.williamsfuneral.net
Williams Funeral Home of Eatonton has charge of arrangements.
Mr. Thomas "T.J." Jackson VanHouten, Sr., age 81, passed away Sunday, September 08, 2019. Memorial services will be held 3:00 PM Thursday Afternoon, September 12, 2019 in the Great Hall of the First United Methodist Church of Eatonton. The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM until the service time. Burial will take place 2:00 Pm, Friday afternoon, September 13, 2019 at Fredonia Congregational Methodist Church in Barnesville, GA.
Mr. VanHouten was born on February 13, 1938 in Culloden, GA to the late Jackson Garrett VanHouten and the late Gracie Kate Smith VanHouten. T.J. loved fishing, bird hunting and had a passion for light construction. He also loved scuba diving and reading. He was a volunteer firefighter and a member of the masons. He was an Eagle Scout who also was awarded the Vigil for the Order of the Arrow. He was a member of the First United Methodist church where he served on the staff pastor relationship committee and the nominating committee. He was preceded in death by his brothers Stanley VanHouten and David VanHouten, as well as his daughter Zackie VanHouten Boen.
T.J. is survived by his wife Ann VanHouten of Eatonton, son Thomas Jackson VanHouten, Jr. and wife Mistie of Burleson, TX, sisters Kathey Turner and husband Wendell of Zebulon, GA, and Marsha VanHouten of Kingsland, GA, brother Marcus VanHouten and wife Randee of Monroe, GA, as sister Denise Dixon and husband Eddie of Acworth, GA, sisters-in-law Linda VanHouten of Goshen, KY, Mary VanHouten of Butler, GA, Emily Brown and Faye Walker and husband Bobby both of Barnesville, GA, grandchildren Thomas Jackson VanHouten III, Maxwell Reed, and Samantha Ann.
To express condolences and sign the guest book please visit www.williamsfuneral.net
Williams Funeral Home of Eatonton has charge of arrangements.
Clarence Anthony Mack
Mr. Clarence Anthony Mack 78, of Barnesville transitioned on Tuesday. Celebration of life Services will be held on Saturday September 14 11am at East Mount Sinai Baptist Church. Pastor Jimmy Lyons will officiate and interment will be held in the Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery.
Mr. Mack leaves to cherish his memory a wife Mrs. Jackie J. Mack of Griffin. Two daughters Mrs. Deborah (Paul) Walker of Barnesville and Ms. Teresa Holloway of Griffin. Grandchildren Alex (Cortese)Walker of Kathleen Ga Shanquaneta(Quentin) Dukes of Barnesville Ashley(Richard) Vereen of Barnesville Five Great Grandchildren also survives. One sister Mrs Sylvia (Clarence) Lindsey of East Point and a brother Mr. Melvin (Jorgen) Mack of Decatur. A host of Nieces, Nephews, Cousins,and Devoted friends whom all will cherish his memory.
Mr. Mack leaves to cherish his memory a wife Mrs. Jackie J. Mack of Griffin. Two daughters Mrs. Deborah (Paul) Walker of Barnesville and Ms. Teresa Holloway of Griffin. Grandchildren Alex (Cortese)Walker of Kathleen Ga Shanquaneta(Quentin) Dukes of Barnesville Ashley(Richard) Vereen of Barnesville Five Great Grandchildren also survives. One sister Mrs Sylvia (Clarence) Lindsey of East Point and a brother Mr. Melvin (Jorgen) Mack of Decatur. A host of Nieces, Nephews, Cousins,and Devoted friends whom all will cherish his memory.
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