Obituaries


 
 
 
 
Wednesday, May 7, 2008

Dear Friends and Family:

We are sad to inform you that we lost our beloved wife and mother, Mary Beth McRee-Johnston, this Wednesday, May 7th at 10:10 p.m. due to complications from her lymphoma. The following arrangements have been made for her viewing, memorial service, and interment:

On Saturday, May 10th visitation will start at 11 a.m. followed by a service in the chapel at 1 p.m.
Carl J. Mowell & Son Funeral Home
180 N. Jeff Davis Drive
Fayetteville, GA 30214
770-461-7641

On Sunday, May 11th visitation will start at 1 p.m. followed by a graveside service at 3 p.m.
Colonial Chapel of Bay Springs
22 East 4th Ave.
Bay Springs, MS 39422
601-764-2181

Please forward this to anyone that you think may be interested. We all loved her dearly and will miss her, as we know all of you will. We ask that in lieu of sending flowers, that a donation be made in her name to the American Cancer Society: Lymphoma Research.

Sincerely,
Mel Johnston
Curry, Amber, Barry, and Linda Jo McRee
Amy and David Baxter

 

Tuesday, April 22, 2008  

 

Robert “Bob” Downing, 74, of Palmetto died April 20, 2008.  He was preceded in death by his parents Robert and Margaret Downing.  He is survived by his wife Lynne Downing of Palmetto; son Kurtis S. Downing of Palmetto; daughter Kristin B. and Jeffery Wilson of Fayetteville; grandchildren Nicholas R. M. Wilson, Christopher S. C. Wilson, and Jillian A. Wilson of Fayetteville; brother R. Bruce Downing of Lima, PA; special friend Greg Pasquarella of Palmetto; and several nieces, nephews, sisters and brothers-in-law.

    Funeral Services will be held Friday, April 25, 2008 at 6:00 PM in the Chapel of C.J. Mowell & Son Funeral Home, Fayetteville.  Pastor Justin Kollmeyer will officiate. The family will receive friends Friday from 4:00 to 6:00 PM.

     In lieu of flowers, please make any donations to Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 257 Hwy. 314, Fayetteville, GA  30214.

 
 
Saturday, April 12, 2008

Information for Leonard B (Chuck) Paslay III, (Chip's son) funeral arrangements are as follows:

Memphis Funeral Home - Poplar Chapel  will be in charge of the services for Chuck Paslay.
 
Memphis Funeral Home - Poplar Avenue
5599 Poplar Avenue
Memphis, TN  38119
(901) 725-0100
 
Visitation will be Tuesday, April 15, from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM.
Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM, on Wednesday, April 16.
 
An internment service will be held, immediately after the funeral service, across Poplar Ave., at graveside in Memorial Park.
 *****

Chip Paslay's address is
  15 South Merton Street
  Memphis, TN  38112

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Friday, April 11, 2008
 
... Lenard B (Chip) Paslay (MEM - retired - SOU/NWA), lost his only son, Leonard B. (Chuck) Paslay III), to a massive heart attack, last night.  Chuck was 32 years old, married to Audra and has a 3 year old son.  Chuck worked for many years at the University of Memphis and was now employed at Saint Jude's Children Hospital. Chuck was playing softball and collapsed. 
 
...Information regarding visitation and services will follow.
 
Keep Chip and Chuck's family in your prayers
 
 
Monday, April 7, 2008

"Folks of Southern Airways, we have lost another good trooper.  Ernest "Major" Perkins
died Sunday of a long bout with cancer.  Station Manager in Greenville, Miss 1974 until
moving to Atlanta to work in the Airfreight Office until he retried.

Major will truly be missed.  Survived by wife Sandra, sons Jeff and Ernie, Daughters Susan, Emily and a host of grandchildren.

Visitation:  Tuesday 4-8-2008
Funeral:   Wednesday 4-9-2008
Smith Funeral Home
755 Atlanta Hwy SE
Winder, GA  30680

With deepest regrets,
Jay Tarver"

*****

 
 
Bickers, Ralph*
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BICKERS, Ralph Mr. Ralph E. Bickers, age 64 of Hampton passed away March 22, 2008. He had retired from Northwest Airlines after 35 years of service. Surviving are wife, Linda Bickers of Hampton; mother, Verlie Bickers of Atlanta; son, William and Kathy Bickers of Jackson; daughter, Kristi and David Loggins, Covington; two grandchildren, Dustin and Kody Loggins and sister, Myrtice Nichols, Atlanta. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, March 25, 3 PM from Ward's Fairview Chapel. Interment Fairview Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends Monday, 2-4 and 6-8 PM. Contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 17 Executive Park, Suite 115, Atlanta, GA 30329-2012. Horis A. Ward Fairview Chapel, 770-474-1231  
 
March 9, 2008


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MAGILL, WILLIAM SHARP MAGILL, JR.
William Sharp Magill, Jr., "Bill", 90, of Atlanta, GA, passed away Thursday, March 6, 2008. Mr. Magill was born October 5, 1917 in Chicago, IL to the late William Sharp Magill and Marie Cauthorn Magill. He was preceded in death by sister, Betty Cauthorn Magill. In 1925, his parents moved to Signal Mountain, TN, and he was a 1934 graduate of The Baylor School and an Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America. He attended The University of Chattanooga, graduating with a B.S. in Chemistry in 1938. Following graduation, he learned to fly with the US Navy in Pensacola, FL then flew briefly in 1940 as an instructor pilot with the Royal Canadian Air Force in Canada before returning to the US upon his father's death to manage Magill Motor Express in Chattanooga. He quickly returned to flying as a Civilian Contract Flight Instructor for the Army Air Corps teaching primary flight training during World War II in Stearman PT-17 trainers, and in 1942 he became the squadron commander at McKellar Field in Jackson, TN. In 1945 he flew for American Airlines in their North Atlantic Military Contract Division before transitioning to regular passenger carrying flying on DC-3 and DC-4 aircraft with American while based out of LaGuardia airport in New York. In 1949, he joined the newly formed Southern Airways as a Flight Captain, moving his family to Atlanta where he remained. Progressively promoted at Southern Airways, he became Vice President of Operations in 1954 and later was Senior Vice President of Operations, successfully overseeing the airline's growth as a major regional carrier and entrance to the jet age with DC-9 aircraft in 1967. He retired from Southern Airways in 1977. Mr. Magill was active in many Atlanta civic associations and a member of the Capital City Club, as well as the First Baptist Church in the 1950's-1960's, leading the Brotherhood and serving as a long-term Deacon, before moving his church affiliation to Second-Ponce de Leon Baptist Church in the 1970's, where he remained as an active member and past president of the EEE men's Sunday School class. He served on the Board of Directors for Karen's Decorative Fabrics, Inc. and could often be seen in the stores assisting the staff. Mr. Magill is survived by his wife of 64 years, Mary Nelle White Magill; sons, William "Bill" (wife Nancy) Sharp Magill, III, and Robert "Bob" (wife Louise) White Magill; daughters, Laurie (husband Carroll) Magill Earp, Karen Cauthorn Magill, and grandchildren, Kimberly (fiance Eric Kuziack) Lee Hobdy, Shannon (husband Jeff) Magill Cliffe, Patrick (wife Marillyn) Magill Earp, Melissa (husband James) Marie Smith, William "Bill" Sharp Magill, IV, Courtney Llewellyn Magill, and Hayley White Magill. Visitation and a memorial service will be held at Second-Ponce de Leon Baptist Church, Peachtree Road, Atlanta, GA, on Wednesday, March 12th with visitation from 1PM-2PM followed by the service beginning at 2PM. The Reverend Charles Qualls will be officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Salvation Army or the American Heart Association. Arrangements by Cremation Society of Georgia, 404-355-7627.
Published in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution on 3/9/2008.

 
March 8, 2008

Sonny Burkette's widow, "Sam" passed away in her sleep, Wednesday night, March 5, 2008.
She had been spending her time between the hospital and a nursing home for the last few
months. She had suffered several stokes, and her emphysema was taking a great toll on her.
The last weeks she did not recognize her family. It was Sams's wish that no service be held and
she be cremated, like her husband. She did tell me last summer, that instead of cards and flowers,
donations could be made to St. Judes hospital in Memphis.

Please pass this on to all who have known Sonny and Sheila...
******

(Source Ed Smith)
 

 
 
Tuesday, February 12, 2008

Howell Ray, Jr.
 
ImageHowell Alonzo Ray, Jr. (aka H.A. or Pawpaw) formerly of Hapeville, Georgia peacefully passed away Monday, February 11th, 2008 at the age of 75.  Mr. Ray was born in Muscadine, Alabama on August 27th, 1932 to the late Mr. and Mrs. Howell Ray, Sr.  He is preceded in death by his daughter Vicki L. Bahr who passed away September 15th, 2007.  He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Helen Ray and his daughter, Judy Williams, wife of Mike Williams; also by his sisters Jean Dexter, Luci Gallichio, Anne Millians and brother Calvin Ray; grandson Jason Bahr, his wife Jessica and great-grandson Cashen; granddaughters Stephanie Williams and Malory Williams; many nieces and nephews; and his beloved cats Wendy and Sassy.

     Mr. Ray served four years in the U.S. Army in the 101st “Screaming Eagles” Airborne Unit.  He enjoyed a successful career beginning in 1959 at Southern Airways, where he began as a stock clerk.  In 1994, he retired as Director of Shops for Northwest Airlines in Atlanta.  He was known and loved for his sense of humor and the kindness and respect which he showed for those who knew him.  

     Funeral services will be held Friday at at the C. J. Mowell & Son Chapel, Fayetteville with Pastor Doug Burrell officiating.  Interment will follow at Camp Memorial Park.  The family will receive friends Wednesday and Thursday evenings from to at the funeral home.

*****

Mowell Funeral Home
180 Jeff Davis Drive
Fayetteville, GA 
770-461-7641
www.mowellfuneralhome.com

*****

Lillian

 

 
Michael Fisher

Mr. Michael Craton Fisher, age 53, of Locust Grove, passed away, January 13, 2008. He is survived by his children, Josrph Craton Fisher and wife Jenna of Cardova, TN; Rae Michelle Fisher of McDonough; parents, Craton and Joyce Fisher of The Villages, FL; brother, Donald G. Fisher of The Villages, FL, and grandchildren, Lindsey Craton Fisher, Hannah Grace Fisher and fiance, Pamela Haywood. Memorial services as noted below.

Visitation:
Service:
Saturday, Feb. 23, 2008 at 2 PM
Location:
Ford-Stewart Funeral Home Chapel
Cemetery:
none

 
 
Received February 1, 2008

Elliott, Donald Francis

ELLIOTT, Donald Francis 59, of Holiday, died Monday, Jan. 14, at Gulfside Regional Hospice, Sunset Bay. Born in Inglewood, CA, he received his bachelor's degree from Kennesaw State University in 1984 and worked as a flight attendant for Delta Air Lines for 10 years. Survivors include his wife, Debbie Elliott, Holiday; mother, Leanore Elliott, Texas; daughters, Jill and Kathryn, both Kennesaw, GA; stepdaughter, Kaytlin; stepson, Jeremy; grandson, Riley; brother, Doug, Texas; sister, Fay Wedding, Texas; 1 niece; 4 nephews; 3 great-nieces; and 1 great-nephew. Preceded in death by his father, Delbert Elliott. Memorial Service Saturday, Jan. 19, 4 pm at Living Word Church, 5151 Rowan Road, New Port Richey. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Don Elliott Fund, C/O Delta Community Credit Union, 1025 Virginia Ave., Atlanta, GA 30354. Dobies Funeral Home-Congress St.
Published in the St. Petersburg Times on 1/16/2008.

 

 
January 28, 2008

Paul Richardson long time MGM and BHM employee. It is with sadness and joy that after a long battle, Paul Richardson went home to be with his Lord.

Paul died last night and arrangements have not been made yet. He had reached out to God during this long battle, so I know where he is today.

Here are the funeral arrangements for Paul Richardson long time BHM/MGM employee. He will be at Southern Heritage Funeral Home at I65 south and hwy 119. services are as follows. Wed visitation from 12noon until 2pm. Burial service beginning at 2pm. Burial at Southern Heritage cemetery.

His wife Debbie and his sons and family and friends need our comfort during this time.

Thank you
Don Hardin
BHM/retired

 
 
 

Family-Placed Death Notice

Mrs. Katherine B. Glawson, 82, of McDonough, passed away January 7, 2008. She was retired from Northwest Airlines, a member of The Rock Baptist Church, a member of the D.A.V. Auxilary and the American Legion Auxilary. She was preceded in death by her son, Marshal Carpenter. Surviving are husband, Joseph J. Glawson; son, Danny Carpenter of Athens; daughter, Trudi Baudo of McDonough; sister, Emily Garrett of Hiawassee; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Thursday, January 10, 2008, 1 p.m. at The Rock Baptist Church with Dr. Don Basel, officiating. Interment will follow in The Rock Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends TODAY, Wednesday, January 9, 2008, 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Ford-Stewart Funeral Home, Inc., Jonesboro/Stockbridge, 770-210-2700. Published in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution on 1/9/2008.

***
I just received the information.  If anyone wants to send a card, her husband's address is :
Joe Glawson
460 Failling Leaf Court
McDonough, GA  30252

 
Hines, Quinton*
   

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Quinton R. Hines of Conyers, GA, formerly of New Brockton (El Bethel Community) passed away, Wednesday, January 9, 2008 in Conyers. He was 67. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday, January 12, 2008, at El Bethel Assembly of God Church with Rev. Mike Taylor officiating. Burial will follow in Old Tabernacle Cemetery with Providence Funeral Home directing. Mr. Hines will be taken to the church one hour prior to funeral time. The family will receive friends at Providence Funeral Home from 5 until 7 PM, Friday, January 11, 2007. Mr. Hines was preceded in death by his parents, Vernie and Gladys Hines and a brother-in-law, Lou Butt. Survivors include his wife, Pamela Hines, Conyers, GA; 2 daughters and sons-in-law, Sheila and Greg Hanson, Melinda and Al Spille; 2 sons and a daughter-in-law, Greg and Cheryl Hines, Perry Hines; 11 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters and a brother-in-law, Vernell Butt, Joan and Oree Hornsby; a brother and sister-in-law, Morris and Jetta Hines; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.
Published in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution on 1/11/2008.

 

 
Thursday, January 10, 2008

Quinton Hines visitation and services

 Visitation:     Providence Funeral Home
                    1301 Neal Metcalf Road
                    Hwy. 167
                    North Enterprise, Alabama  36330

The Funeral Home phone #334-393-2273. (from 5:00 -7:00 pm ) Alabama time

Funeral Service is Saturday at 1:00 PM (Alabama time) at Elbethel Assembly of God church,  11629 Hwy. 51, New Brockton, Alabama 36351.

 

 
Tuesday, October 30, 2007

Meares, Chester B., 81, of Sun City Center, passed away 10/28/2007 at the home of his sister in Wimauma, Florida. He was a long time resident of Metairie, LA for over 40 years and moved to Sun City Center, Florida in 2006. He was born in Largo, Florida. He was a decorated World War II Navy Veteran. He enjoyed a long career as a commercial airline Pilot. His hobbies included fishing and ballroom dancing. Chester was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret. His survivors include a daughter, Rebecca Roth, Covington, LA; a stepson, Norwood Williams, Atlanta, GA: grandchildren Allison Hayward Moses, Mandeville, LA, Shana Hayward, New Orleans, LA, Jennifer Roth Cozad, Chicago, IL, Scott Williams, Mandeville, LA and Britt Williams, Metairie, LA.; two great-grandchildren; a brother, Jim of Dunnellon, FL, sisters Judy Soles of Wimauma, FL and Betty Henry of Seminole, FL. and many nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers please send donations to Life Path Hospice.

Visitation and services will begin at 2:00 Nov. 2 at Harrell-Faircloth Funeral Home, Moultrie, GA   229-985-3333

 

 
October 29, 2007

Chester Meares died Sunday night, October 28, 2007, after a bout with cancer.  Funeral services will be held Friday, November 2, 2007, at:
     Harrell-Faircloth Funeral Home
     2929 S. Main Street
     Moultrie, GA  31768
     229-985-3333

Flowers may be sent to the funeral home, or Donations to:
     Life Path Hospice at Sun City
     3725 Upper Creek Drive
     Ruskin,  FL  33573

 
June Ellerbee
Family-Placed Death Notice

Mrs. June Williams Ellerbee of Sharpsburg passed away October 19, 2007. She was retired from Northwest Airlines as an Administrative Assistant and was a member of Flat Creek Baptist Church. Survived by her husband of 56 years, Edward W. Ellerbee; sons, Eddie and Andee Ellerbee, Dannie and Lynn Ellerbee, Ken Ellerbee, all of Sharpsburg; grandchildren, Ryan Ellerbee, Kimberly Alexander, Seth Ellerbee, Laura Jeffcoat, Cullen Ellerbee, Kristen Ellerbee, Garrett Ellerbee; great granddaughter, Haleigh Kaye Ellerbee; brother, Terry Williams of Vernon, FL. Graveside services will be held Monday October 22 at 1 PM at Westminster Memorial Gardens with Rev. William O. (Bill) Priester officiating. Family and friends are asked to assemble at the funeral home by 12:30 
  Pm Monday. The family will receive friends between the hours of 4 and 6 PM Sunday at the funeral home. Carl J. Mowell & Son Funeral Home. Peachtree City. 770-487-3959. www.mowellfuneralhome.com
 

Published in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution from 10/20/2007 - 10/21/2007.

 

 
Thompson, Donald

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Donald H. Thompson, of Morrow, Ga, died October 14, 2007, at the age of 75, following an extended illness. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, October 17, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church, Forest Park. Dr. Reed Crumbliss officiating. Interment, Sherwood. Born in St. Joseph, KY to James Richard and Elizabeth Howell Thompson, he was an Army Veteran of the Korean War. He retired after 30 years of service with the Georgia National Guard. Following his retirement, he was a building inspector for Clayton County. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Forest Park. He is survived by his wife, Rachel Lee Thompson; mother, Elizabeth Howell Thompson, Newnan; sons and daughters-in-law, Mark and Debbie Thompson, Conyers, Greg and Stacy Thompson, Brooks, Tom and Glenda Thompson, Barnesville, Zack and Vicki Thompson, Morrow; grandchildren, Katie, David, Alyson, Dustin, Brian, Justin, Diana, Tiffani, Joseph, Suzanna, and Patrick Thompson; sister and brother-in-law, Glenna and James Moss, Fayetteville; brother, Weyman E. Thompson, Newnan; brothers and sisters-in-law, Dell and Jerry Thompson, Wedowee, AL, Richard and Zandra Thompson, Newnan; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, John and Dot Lee, Morrow, Johnny and Molly Guice, Mobile, AL, Powell and Shirley Lee, Fayetteville, Clara Lee, Senatobia, MS, Vivian Lee, Sunnyside, Clovis Lee, Fayetteville; cousins and many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, make contributions to First Baptist Church of Forest Park. Family will receive friends Tuesday, 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at Thomas L. Scroggs Funeral Directors, Morrow, GA (770)961-2828. Published in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution on 10/16/2007.

 

 
Sunday, October 14, 2007
 
Donnie Thompson, husband of Rachel Thompson, passed away peacefully this afternoon.

At this time plans are for the service to be at First Baptist Church of Forest Park at 11:00 Wednesday.  He will be at Thomas Scrogg's Funeral Directors, 6362 S. Lee Street, Morrow, GA 30260. Visitation will be all day Tuesday and Tuesday evening.  This could change.   Please check with the Funeral Directors.
 
 

Beverly Brown

9/12/1935  -  10/6/2007

Beverly Jean Brown, age 72 of Hampton, Ga formerly of Palmetto,Ga. Passed away Saturday October 6. 2007 at her residence. She was born on Sep 12, 1935 in Willimantic, CT. She is survived by her daughters, Donna and her husband Warren Summers of Newnan,Ga, and Mary Tomlinson-Binns and her husband Tray of Hampton,Ga, and Son, Kenneth and his wife Susan Brown of Jacksonville,Fl, brother, Melvin Nichols of Tampa, Fl, brother, Wayne Nichols of New Hampshire, sister, Susan Nichols Burzinski of St. Petersburg,Fl. Seven grandchildren, four step grandchildren,four great grandchildren and 3 step great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents Donald and Helen Nolan Nichols. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, Oct 09, 2007 at 11:00 Am at the McKoon Funeral Home Chapel. Pastor Bill Nunnally will officiate. Burial will follow in the Holly Hill Memorial Park. The family will receive friends on Monday, Oct 08, 2007, from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at McKoon Funeral Home . In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to American Cancer Society or Healthfield Hospice in Riverdale, Ga. or Stockbridge Ga.,

 

 
BEVERLY JEAN BROWN, 72, of Hampton died Saturday. Funeral, 11 a.m. today, McKoon Funeral Home.
Published in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution on 10/9/2007.
 
 
Monday, October 1, 2007

Rutledge, Carla "Carla Mae"

Carla "Carla Mae" Rutledge, age 51 of Snellville, GA died October 1, 2007. She was preceded in death by her sister, Rhonda Gruber in 2006. She is survived by her daughter, Nicki Rutledge-Nichols of Snellville; parents, Carroll and Betty Rutledge of Lilburn; fiance, Sam Standrod of Suwanee; cousin and best friend, Denise and Ricky Rutledge of Lilburn; aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.Carla was employed with Northwest Airlines for the past 30 years, as a flight attendant. She traveled extensively across the world and loved her many co-workers and friends that she traveled with. She loved antiques and had booths in Lilburn, Bethlehem and Snellville where she made many many friends.A Memorial Celebration of Carla life will be held Thursday, October 4 at 4pm at Tom M. Wages Snellville Chapel with Rev. Preston Moore, Rev Don Hardison and Ricky Rutledge officiating. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 6 until 8pm and Thursday from 3 until service time at the funeral home. Those
desiring may make donations to the Susan G. Kohmen For The Cure of Breast Cancer, 4840 Roswell Road Bldg D Suite 250, Atlanta, Georgia 30342, in memory of Carla Rutledge. Tom M. Wages Funeral Service, LLC, Snellville Chapel, 770/979-3200 www.wagesfuneralhome.com
Published in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution on 10/3/2007.

 
 
Sunday, September 16, 2007

Vickie Bahr
Family-Placed Death Notice

Mrs. Vickie Ray Bahr, age 53, passed peacefully from this life on September 15, 2007 surrounded by her loving family and friends following a four year struggle with renal failure. Born June 12, 1954, Vickie graduated in 1972 from Hapeville High School. She was employed by Eastern Airlines and later Northwest Airlines as a Lead Payroll Clerk. She resided in Fayetteville, GA for the past 5 years. Vickie had a gift for making those around her feel special and will always be remembered as a loving daughter, mother, sister, aunt, and friend. She now joins her heavenly friends and family members who await her coming with open arms. Mrs. Bahr is survived by her son, Jason and Jessica Bahr of Atlanta and his father, Tom Bahr; grandson, Cashen Tyler Bahr of Atlanta; parents, Howell and Helen Ray of Fayetteville; sister, Judy and Michael Williams of Fayetteville; step-daughters, Amy Slone and Kristy Trout; many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Tuesday September 18 at 11 AM at the North Fayette United Methodist Church with remains placed in state at 10 AM. Reverend Doug Burrell will officiate. Interment will follow at Camp Memorial Park. The family will receive friends between the hours of 2 until 4 and 6 until 8 PM Monday at the funeral home. Those who desire may make contributions to the National Kidney Foundation of Georgia, 2591 Flowers Road South, Suite 211, Atlanta, GA 30341, or Healthfield Hospice, 33 Upper Riverdale Road, Suite 101, Riverdale, GA 30274.  Carl J. Mowell & Son Funeral Home, Fayetteville. 770-461-7641. www.mowellfuneralhome.com

 
Captain James R. Smithey died September 11, 2006.

(source: Jim Robinson and Bill Himmelreich)

 
 
Tuesday, September 4, 2007

Carolyn Melear died Monday, September 3, 2007, after a long battle with MS.

Carolyn is survived by her son, Lee Carroll, three grandchildren and her sister, Louise.
Funeral services will be at Parrott Funeral Home, on Hwy 74, in Fairburn. Date:  Sept. 6. Time:  11:00.
Visitation will be on Wednesday from 5-8.
 
Cards and condolences can be sent to,
Carolyn's Family
c/o Louise Privett
90 Circle H Drive
Sharpsburg, GA.  30277
 
Please pass on.   
Thanks,  Patsy Liles

  
 
Family-Placed Death Notice

Garland R. Hunter, age 82, of Jonesboro, died August 10, 2007. Survivors include his wife of 63 years, Ruth Mason Hunter; son, Charles R. Hunter, Jonesboro; granddaughter, Lisa Hunter Hammett and husband Rich, Doraville; great grandchildren, Alex and Elise Hammett; 3 sisters and 1 brother; several nieces and nephews. He was retired from the Airline industry. Funeral services will be held Monday, August 13, 2007 at 10 am at Horis A. Ward Funeral Home, Tara Chapel. The family will receive friends Sunday from 2-5pm at the funeral home. Published in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution on 8/11/2007.
 
Bridges, Thomas E.
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THOMAS E. BRIDGES, retiree of Northwest Airlines, passed away July 27, 2007 at the age of 68. He leaves his wife, Louise Bridges; two sons, Gil and Joe of Seattle, WA, stepdaughter, Tammy Shaw of Lynchburg, VA, and stepson, Tim Cox of Florence, SC.   He also leaves nine grandchildren. Memphis Funeral Home on Poplar has charge. Visitation is scheduled for Friday, August 3 from 5-7 p.m. and Services on Saturday, August 4 at 2 p.m. Memphis Funeral Home 901-725-0100 www.memphisfuneralhome.net
 
Published in The Commercial Appeal on 8/2/2007.
 
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Saturday, July 28, 2007

Jean, wife of R. M. (Mac) Oates died Thursday, July 26, 2007.   Mac's address is: 100 Alice Drive, Headland, AL 36345.

*****
 
 
Jackie Daughtry
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JACKIE SHAW DAUGHTRY Mr. Jackie Shaw Daughtry �Jack� was born near Mt. Olive, North Carolina in 1932, to the late Mable and Elburn Daughtry. He graduated from North Carolina State University in 1954, and then entered the Army as 2nd Lt. at Fort Benning, Georgia, where he served for four years. During his military career he graduated from Airborne School, Ranger School, and served as a pilot, and then continued in the Army Reserve. While serving at Fort Benning he met Ann Barry, a high school teacher, and a year later they married. Jack flew with Southern Airways, which then merged and became Republic then Northwest Airlines, where he retired as Captain in 1992 after 33 years of flying. During his airline career he was elected to the Board of Directors, and the Executive Board of the Airline Pilots Association (ALPA) and was instrumental in interviewing and hiring pilots. He was an active member of Jonesboro First United Methodist Church for 40 years, serving in many capacities, and was a member of Wesley Workers Sunday School Class. He loved family, yard work and construction projects. His favorite time was spent in a boat with family and friends on Lake Spivey. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Ann Barry Daughtry; daughter, Susanne Fatigati; son and daughter in law, Mark and Lisa Daughtry; grandchildren, Jack, Andrew, Ava; brother and sister-in-law, Hugh and Dot Daughtry; sister and brother in law, Joyce and Glenn White; sister in law and brother in law, Faye and Alex Davis and extended family of nieces, nephews and cousins. Memorial services will be held, Thursday, July 19, 2007 at 11 AM at the Jonesboro First United Methodist Church with visitation and reception following at the church. The Rev. Charles Robinson and The Rev. Kyle T. Smith will officiate. Ford-Stewart Funeral Home, Inc. Jonesboro/Stockbridge. 770-210-2700
Published in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution on 7/18/2007.
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Tuesday, July 17, 2007, 11:47 am

Services for Captain Jack Daughtry will be held on Thursday, July 19 at 11:00 a.m. at:

 
                            Jonesboro First United Methodist Church
                                             142 S. Main Street
                                                Jonesboro, GA
                                               
The family has requested that pilots and their wives sit together as a group.  Ushers will be available to direct you.
 
Jim

Visitation with the family will follow the services.

 

 
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Monday, July 16, 2007, 8:53 pm

I am so sorry to have to report to you that Jack Daughtry died early this evening.  I don't have any details as yet but will let you know as soon as possible.  Jack was a good man and a true Southern gentleman.  Please keep Ann and their family in your prayers.
 
Jim (Robinson)
*****

 

 
Thursday, June 28, 2007

Marion Lee
Family-Placed Death Notice

Marion Lee, age 73, of Marietta, GA died Tuesday, June 26, 2007 at Metropolitan Hospice after a lengthy illness. He is survived by his loving wife of 31 years, Jean Lee of Marietta, GA as well as his daughter and son-in-law, Gary and Nona Wilshire, and grandchildren, Stephen and Michael Wilshire of Newnan, GA. In addition, Mr. Lee had grandchildren Kayla Johns and Brandon Willis of Birmingham, AL as well as his brother, Tommy Lee of Sylacauga, AL. Mr. Lee served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict. He is a graduate of the University of Alabama, and a brother of Sigma Chi Fraternity. A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 30th, at Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church on Lower Roswell Road in Marietta at 11 o'clock am. Rev. Will Parker will officiate the service. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mr. Lee's memory to the American Diabetes Association (www.diabetess.org) Cremation Society of the SOUTH handled the arrangements 770-420-5557
 


Published in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution on 6/28/2007
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June 22, 2007

...Clyde M. "Sonny" Burkett who worked in cargo MEM for years, MOB and other places too. He passed away last night at Baptist Desoto of heart failure.
*****

 
Thursday, June 21, 2007
 
A memorial service for Alex Bothwell will be held as follows:
 
                Wednesday, June 27th at 4:00 pm 
                St. Lukes United Methodist Church
                4851 S. Apopka-Vineland Road
                Orlando, FL 32819
 
Please go to the following website for complete information and directions. 
                http://web.mac.com/ashleybothwell/iWeb/Dad/Welcome.html
*****
 
June 30, 2007

Alfred Jackson
(1944-2007)

Alfred died Thursday, June 21, 2007.

 

 
Wednesday, June 20, 2007

Our friend Alex Bothwell passed away this morning after a long battle with cancer.  Alex was 62.

Funeral arrangements are not yet complete but I will publish them as soon as possible.
 
Meanwhile, the family has asked that we not call today.  They want to hear from you but need their rest today.
 
I will be in touch.
Jim (Robinson)
*****

 

 
 
Thursday, June 14, 2007

Terry, Rollie* Click here to View and Sign Guest Book
Family-Placed Death Notice

Mr. Rollie A. Terry, age 77, of Lake City, GA, passed away Wednesday, June 13, 2007. He retired from Northwest Airlines and was a member of Mt. Zion Methodist Church in Gadsden, AL. Mr. Terry was preceded in death by his son, Robert Terry and is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Leota Charlyne Terry; daughters, Rhonda and Lee Bennett of Concord, NC, Brenda and Jimmy Kidd of McDonough, GA, Glenda and Jay Stewart of Phoenix, AZ; 11 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held 1:00 PM, Friday, June 15, 2007 at Ward's Parkway Chapel. Interment will follow at Westminster Memorial Gardens in Peachtree City, GA at 3:30 PM. Published in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution on 6/14/2007.
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Monday, May 28, 2007

Patricia, wife of Charlie Shumpert, died today.  Funeral arrangements by McKoon Funeral Home, Newnan, GA.  Funeral will be Wednesday, May 30, 2007, at 2:00 pm at Sharpsburg Baptist Church, Sharpsburg, GA.   She had been fighting cancer for the past 2 1/2 years.
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Vernon H. "Bud" Rowley

Vernon H. "Bud" Rowley, Sr. 86, of Columbus, MS passed away Sunday, May 27, 2007 at Baptist Memorial Hospital GT, Columbus, MS. Visitation for Mr. Rowley will be Tuesday, May 29, 2007 from 6-8 p.m. at Lowndes Funeral Home, Columbus, MS. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m., Wednesday, May 30, 2007 at Wesley United Methodist Church, Columbus, MS with Bro. Chris Young officiating. Mr. Rowley will lie in state at the church from 1-2 p.m. Interment will be in Friendship Cemetery, Columbus, MS with Lowndes Funeral Home and Crematory directing. Mr. Rowley was born in Union County, KY on August 23, 1920 to the late Valley O. and Esther Perkins Rowley. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving in the European Theatre during World War II. Mr. Rowley had lived in Columbus, MS for the past 45 years having moved from Memphis, TN. He retired from Southern Airways in 1982 as the Station Manager after 32 years of service and was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church, Columbus, MS. Mr. Rowley coached men's softball and women's basketball in Memphis, TN as well as little league baseball, the Fairview Elementary Basketball team and a basketball team at the YMCA all in Columbus, MS in the 1960's. He was vice-president and past president of the Columbus Kiwanis, a member of the Tombigbee Bass Masters Club, served on the Board of Directors for the Salvation Army for several years, 1st vice-president of the United Cerebal Palsy in 1965 and was a member of The Hairston Bend Hunting Club. Mr. Rowley was a loyal lifelong Kentucky Wildcat fan. Mr. Rowley is survived by his wife, Elizabeth S. Rowley, Columbus, MS; daughters, Ms. Randye Rowley, Columbus, MS, Paula (Charles) Speed, Ethelsville, AL; son, Vernon H. (Cindy) Rowley, Columbus, MS; sisters, Laverne Jenkins and Agnes Woodruff both of Morganfield, KY; brothers, Bill G. Rowley, Dallas, TX, Frank L. Rowley, Moultire, GA; grandchildren, Liza Brown, Katy Prescott, Adam Speed, Luke Speed, Anna Rowley, Collin Pulmano, and Amanda Rowley; great grandchildren, Jada Harris, Brayden Brown, Tyler McAdams, Brantley Prescott, Abbi Speed, and Caesar Pulmano. Pallbearers will be Adam Speed, Luke Speed, Blake Prescott, Bill Wilkins, Jamey Randall, Jimmy Parker, Roger Porter, and Matt Willis. Honorary pallbearers will be Huie Burcham, Ira Tucker, James Carpenter, Chris Hardin, the Wesley United Methodist Men's Club, Bruce Stevens, Haskel Robbins, Dr. Brad Brown, Dr. Brett Brown, Dr. Epstein at the Cardiology Dept. of UAB, and the Emergency Room Staff at Baptist Memorial Hospital-GT. Memorial contributions may be sent to a charity of the donors choice.
*****

 
 

Monday, May 28, 2007

From Ira Tucker:

I am sorry to inform you that Bud Rowley (Vernon H.) passed away yesterday, May 27, 2007. He suffered an aneurysm to his heart.
*****

 
Re Bud Rowley:

I called the funeral home and got the arrangements:
   Lowndes Funeral Home
  1131 Lehmberg Road
  Columbus, MS
  (662-328-1808)
Visitation:   Tuesday, May 29, 2007, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Funeral:  Wednesday, May 30, 2007, Westlake United Methodist Church in Columbus, MS. 

Ira said Bud was 85.
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Sunday, May 27, 2007

Captain Jere Cooper passed away early this morning after a long bout with cancer.  His wishes were that his body be cremated and that there be minimum ceremony.

 
Arrangements are as follows: 
                    Visitation:  10:00  A.AM.,Wednesday, May 30
                    Kernodle Funeral Home
                    315 Union Avenue West
                    Wynne, AR
                    870-238-2323
 
                    Internment immediately after the visitation hour.
                    In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to:
                    Cross County Community Foundation
                    in care of  Mrs. Ann Cooper
                                    1201 Blake
                                    Wynne, AR 72396-9501
                    This is an education scholarship fund for local
                    students which Jere supported.
*****
 
Sunday, May 27, 2007

... Captain Jere' Cooper flew west late this morning, Sunday May 27.  I talked to his wife,  Ann, and the arrangements are:

   Cremation, followed by visitation
   10:00  A.M., Wednesday, May 30 at Kernodle Funeral Home, Wynn, AR. 
    Internment immediately after the visitation hour. 

Jere' requested minimum ceremony, however Memorials would be welcomed to his chosen interest:

 Cross County Community Foundation - an education scholarship fund for local students.
Memorials may be sent to his home in care of:
     Mrs. Ann Cooper
    1201 Blake
     Wynne, AR 72396-9501

/s/ Bubba Shanahan
*****

 

 

Buck IV, Henry Lee
CONWAY | Captain Henry Lee Buck IV, retired, 72, of Upper Mill Road, died Saturday, May 12, 2007 at his residence following an illness.
     Captain Buck was born in Conway, a son of Henry L. and Dorothy Hegy Buck.  He was a member of First United Methodist Church of Conway, where he was a member of The Hut Bible class.
     Captain Buck was a member of the Rivertown Bluegrass Society, American Society of Musical Instrument Makers, and the Horry County Historical Society. Prior to retirement, he was employed by Northwest Airlines as a pilot and was a member of the Airline Pilots Association.
     Surviving are his wife, Patsy Norris Buck of Conway; two sons, Jonathan A. Buck of Las Vegas, Nevada and Dave Buck of Conway; one daughter, Susanna Buck Register and her husband, Donnie, of Conway; and two sisters, Dorothy Hook and Virginia Buck, both of Conway.
     Funeral services will be held at 3:30 p.m. Monday, May 14, 2007 at First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Mac Kinnett, the Rev. Gene A. Norris and the Rev. Calvin R. Myers officiating. Burial will follow in the Buck Family Cemetery directed by Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel.
     Please sign an online guest book at www.goldfinchfuneral home.com or at MyrtleBeach Online.com.
     Memorials may be sent to First United Methodist Church, 1001 5th Avenue, Conway, SC 29526 or The Hut Bible class, c/o First United Methodist Church, 1001 5th Avenue, Conway, SC 29526 or Agape Community Hospice, 9506 Hwy. 707, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576 or to Alzheimer's Association, Coastal Carolina Chapter, PO Box 80459, Charleston, SC 29516.
     Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Published in The Sun News on 5/14/2007.
*****

 

Saturday, May 12, 2007, 3:02 pm

Henry (Hank) Buck:

Dear all:


Capt. Hank Buck
received his final clearance at 2:05 PM today.  He passed peacefully and is joyously reunited with Palmer, and all of his family and friends who have gone before.  Will update when arrangements are complete. 
 
His daughter,
Susanna Buck Register
*****
Future email correspondence should be addressed to Patsy Buck at patsyrae@sccoast.net
*****
 

 

 

Palmer Bridges
Family-Placed Death Notice

Palmer D. Bridges, retired Captain of Republic (Southern Airways) died May 10, 2007 at the age of 81. He is survived by his wife, Arbie Strange Bridges; three children, Donna Adams of Stockbridge, GA, Lee Bridges of Smithville, TN and Debbie Walker of Fayetteville, GA; 9 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; and a sister, Eleanor Akridge of Jacksonville, FL.  Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 12, 2007 at 11:00 AM in the Overton Chapel at First Baptist Church Fayetteville. Reverend Glenn Stringham will officiate. Interment will follow at Camp Memorial Park. The family will receive friends Friday from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at the Funeral Home. Those desiring may make donations to Southwest Christian Hospice, 7225 Lester Road, Union City, GA 30291. Carl J. Mowell & Son, Fayetteville. www.mowellfuneralhome.com. 770-461-7641.
Published in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution on 5/11/2007.
*****

 
Friday, May 10, 2007

Palmer Bridges died this morning at 7:15am after a valiant year and a half long fight against cancer. 

 
Funeral arrangements are as follows: 
                        Visitation:
                        Friday 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
                        Mowell Funeral Home
                        180 Jeff Davis Drive
                        Fayetteville, GA  
                        Funeral Service:
                        Saturday May 12 at 11:00 am.
                        Overton Chapel    
                        Fayetteville First Baptist Church
                        Fayetteville, GA.
             In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to:
                        Southwest Christian Care
                        7225 Lester Road
                        Union City, GA 30291
*****
 

 

McDowell, Richard Edward*  

RICHARD EDWARD McDOWELL Richard Edward McDowell, age 87 of Marietta, Georgia died March 24, 2007 at his home following a long battle with heart problems.  He was born in Jarrett, Virginia on April 26, 1919, the son of the Rt. Rev. William George McDowell, Episcopal Bishop of the Diocese of Alabama, and Mary Meade Phelps McDowell.  Richard began his flying career in 1940 with Southern Airways Company, where he obtained his commercial flying license with an instructor's rating. After obtaining his license he moved with Southern Airways to Anderson, SC where he was an Instructor Pilot for the Cadets at Clemson. Later he flew for Trans World Airlines out of Los Angeles, CA and Kansas City, MO. About that time Pearl Harbor was bombed and WWII began. Richard was drafted and served as a Civilian Flight Commander for the 65th US Army Air Corps based with Southern Airways in Decatur, AL. Then again in 1955 he served as a Flight Commander with the US Army Air Corps, Bainbridge Air Base, Bainbridge, GA. He was later grounded for health reasons but stayed in aviation, his true passion in life, moving to Atlanta with Southern Airways (Inc.) to work as a Flight Control Supervisor. Southern Airways, (Inc.) merged with Republic Air Lines and he moved to Minneapolis, MN. Later Republic was bought by Northwest Airlines. He retired from Northwest Airlines December 31, 1981 ending a 41 year career in aviation. Richard was a member of St. Peter and St. Paul Episcopal Church in Marietta, GA. He is preceded in death by his parents and one brother, William G. McDowell and his first wife, Frances Cook McDowell. Survived by his wife of 41 years, Virginia (Ginny) McDowell; son Richard, his wife Kathy, son Robert and his wife Sandy, all of Acworth, Georgia; step-son Gary Seibert and wife Barbara of Franklin, Tennessee; granddaughters Donna McDowell Luster and Holly Seibert; grandsons, Steven and Scott McDowell, Matthew and Nicholas Seibert, Henry and Troy Ryckeley; great-granddaughter Madison Luster and great grandson, Mason Luster. Survivors also include his sister Mary Meade and husband Pierre Ullman of Milwaukee, Wisconsin; a brother Alan of Richmond, Virginia; a brother Douglas and his wife Anne of Stuart, Florida; and brother, John and wife Alda of Birmingham, Alabama as well as host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am on Monday, March 26, 2007 at St. Peter and St. Paul Episcopal Church, 1795 Johnson Ferry Rd. Marietta, GA 30062. The family will receive friends one hour prior at the church. Graveside and interment services will be at 12:00 noon (CST) on Tuesday, March 27, 2007 in Elmwood Cemetery in Birmingham, AL. Memorial donations maybe made to St. Peter and St. Paul Episcopal Church (Folders) or to the American Heart Association. Arrangements by H.M. Patterson & Son Funeral Directors, Canton Hill Chapel 1157 Old Canton RD. Marietta, GA 30068 (770)-977-9485
Published in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution on 3/25/2007.
*****

 

March 25, 2007

RICHARD EDWARD McDOWELL, 87, of Marietta died Saturday, March 24, 2007. The funeral will be at 11 a.m., March 26th, at St. Peter and St. Paul Episcopal Church. H.M. Patterson & Son, Canton Hill.
*****

 

March 6, 2007

Capt. Darryl Snider Memorial Information

It is with great sadness to report that NWA Capt. Darryl Snider passed away Sunday at the Harris Methodist Hospital in Ft. Worth, Texas. His family and friends were with him during his final hours. Darryl had been in a coma since Feb. 28 after suffering a terrible fall at his home. Our prayers and thoughts go out to Darryl's wife Felesha and their family.

Influenced by a large and loving family that included a father and brothers in the airline industry, Darryl always wanted to be an airline pilot and was hired by Republic Airlines in June 1985. Most recently, he was a NWA 757 captain and was serving as an ALPA executive vice president. Many pilots and ALPA employees had the pleasure of knowing Darryl and his persistent smile and wonderful sense of humor. .....
VISITATION
Thursday, March 8, 2007,  5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Wiley Funeral Home
400 East Highway 377,
Granbury, TX 76048
817-573-3000

FUNERAL
Friday, March 9, 2007, 1:00 p.m.,
Lakeside Baptist Church
500 West Bluebonnet Drive,
Granbury, TX 76048
817-573-2094

The family ... has expressed its preference for memorial contributions in lieu of flowers, as follows:
The Darryl Snider Family Memorial Fund
c/o 1st National Bank of Granbury

Attn: Stevii

P.O. Box 400
Granbury, TX 76048 
*****

 
 

February 20, 2007

Jack Baughard PICKERING
Age 75
December 3, 2006
Other Tennessee Counties
PICKERING, Jack Baughard Age 75 of Greeneville. Died Sunday, December 3, 2006 at his home. Jack was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean Conflict, receiving a Purple Heart in 1950. Jack retired from Northwest Airlines in Nashville , TN in 1991. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Eula Effler Pickering; son and daughter-in-law, Dwayne and Delene Pickering; daughter, Yvonne Pickering Griggs all of Greeneville; five grandchildren, Chad Griggs and his wife Rachel of Portland, TN, Jason Pickering, Jeremy Pickering, Lora Pickering all of Nashville, Misty West and husband Joey of Manchester, TN; seven great grandchildren, Garrett and Peyton Griggs, Colby Pickering, Joe, John, Ellie and Lacy West. Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m., Wednesday in the chapel of Rose Hill Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Mosheim Central Cemetery with Rev. Bill Caulkin and Rev. Norman Ritchie officiating. The Greene County Honor Guard will convey military last rites at the graveside. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Research Foundation. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. at ROSE HILL FUNERAL HOME, Greeneville , TN , (423) 636-8007. Condolences may be sent to the Pickering family at rosehillfuneralhome.com

*****

 

 
Corine Buckner

Family-Placed Death Notice

Corine Bennington Buckner, of Fayetteville and formerly of East Point, died February 6, 2007. Survived by children, Kimberly and Joel Cotton, Fayetteville; William Scott and Raissa Chandler, Smyrna; Thomas E. Buckner, Cayman Islands; John W. Buckner, New York; grandchildren, Joshua Cotton, Matthew Cotton, Daphne and Daniel Chandler, John Buckner, Jr., Camaryn Buckner, and Cassidy Buckner; aunt, Mary Frances Radcliffe, Fayetteville. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 10 in the chapel of Carmichael-Hemperley Funeral Home, Revs. Charles and Joyce Mayer, officiating. Interment, Forest Lawn. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Southwest Christian Care, 7225 Lester Road, Union City, 30291. The family will receive friends Friday, 5-8 p.m. at Carmichael-Hemperley Funeral Home, Peachtree City, 770-631-9171.

Published in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution on 2/9/2007.
*****
 

Tuesday, February 6, 2007

Corine Bennington Buckner died peacefully in her sleep at 9:30 am this morning.  Arrangements by
Carmichael-Hemperley's in Peachtree City, GA.

*****

 

Tuesday, February 6, 2007

By TERRY MAXON / The Dallas Morning News

M. Lamar Muse, the feisty airline executive who helped launch Southwest Airlines Co. in 1971 and then left in a boardroom fight seven years later, died late Monday of lung cancer at a Dallas retirement home. He was 86.

*****

 

January 20, 2007

George Littlefield Bradford

George Littlefield Bradford, 91, of Santo, died Thursday, Jan. 18, 2007, in a Stephenville nursing home.

Service is 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 23, at Dobbs Valley Baptist Church with interment at the Dobbs Valley Cemetery.  Rev. Darrell Akers and Rev. Myron Crawford are officiating. Pallbearers are Jason and Grady Behrens, Jay Moore, Ashley and Jon Webb and Shane Millhouser. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Monday.

Mr. Bradford was born March 17, 1915, in the Lone Camp community, the son of Lemual Edgar “Doc” and Elsie Littlefield Bradford. He was a World War II veteran serving in the Army Air Corps where he distinguished himself as a daring pilot during the early years of that branch of service. He retired from Northwest Airlines, previously Southern Airways then Republic Airlines, as their number one pilot. He was a member of the Dobbs Valley Baptist Church.

Survivors include his wife, Virginia Bradford of Santo; son, Thomas Bradford of Blanding, Utah; daughters, Kay Web and husband, Jon, of Arlington, and Kathy Garrett of Clearwater, Fla.; stepson, Grady Behrens and wife, Linda, of Santo; 10 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

Memorial donations may be made to the Brazos Volunteer Fire Department or Dobbs Valley Baptist Church.

Baum-Carlock-Bumgardner Funeral Home
320 W. Hubbard Street, Mineral Wells, TX  76067, 940-325-4422

Published in the Mineral Wells Index, Mineral Wells, TX, January 19, 2007
*****

 

 

Moultrie Observer
December 15, 2006

 
JONESBORO — Luther Edwards, 73, of Jonesboro, Ga., died Thursday, Dec. 14, 2006, at Sacred Journey Hospice of McDonough, Ga.   Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 16, at Harrell Faircloth Funeral Home. Burial will be at the family plot at Pinecrest Memory Gardens. The Rev. Jackie Cabiness and the Rev. John Green will officiate.  Mr. Edwards was born June 7, 1933, in Cook County, Ga., to the late Sylvester Edwards and the late Ruth Marie Boyd Edwards. He was a Baptist and was retired from Northwest Airlines. He was valedictorian of Moultrie High School Class of 1952 and attended Norman College. He worked in the airline industry more than 50 years and loved to hunt, fish and farm.  Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Joan Edwards of Jonesboro; two sons, Richard Edwards and wife Lisa of Hampton, Ga., and Mike Edwards and wife Jenny of Austell, Ga.; two daughters, Jeanie Arvanitis and husband Greg of Woodstock, Ga., and Joanie Wadas and husband Bill of Glendale, Ariz.; a brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Hoyle and Betty Pitchford of Moultrie; and seven grandchildren, Evan and Ryan Arvanitis, Alexis and Seth Wadas, and Ashley, Natalie and Brandon Edwards.  Visitation will be 10-11 a.m. Saturday at Harrell Faircloth Funeral Home. The family may be contacted at 34 23rd St. S.E. in Moultrie.   Harrell Faircloth Funeral Home (www.harrellfairclothfuneralhome.com) is in charge of arrangements.

*****
 

Monday, December 11, 2006

The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, TN

Senatobia - Steve Wingo, 52, passed away December 8, 2006.  Steve was born in Lake Charles, LA,
raised in Atlanta, GA.  He was employed by Northwest Airlines for the past 33 years.  He had been a
resident of Senatobia, MS for the past 21 years.  Steve was a motorcyclist enthusiast and loved
animals.  He will be remembered by his family and friends for his wonderful wit and great sense of
humor.  Survivors include his father, Albert Wingo; his son, Jason and his brother Tommy.  He was
preceded by his mother, Phyllis Wingo.  Memorial services will be held on Wednesday, December 13
at 11:00 am at the Senatobia Presbyterian Church, Senatobia, MS.  In lieu of flowers donations can be
made to the Diabetes Foundation of Mississippi, Inc. 16 Northtown Drive, Jackson, MS  39211 or
Senatobia Presbyterian Church, 429 W. Main Street, Senatobia, MS  38668.

*****

 

Monday, December 11, 2006

The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, TN

Senatobia - Steve Wingo, 52, passed away December 8, 2006.  Steve was born in Lake Charles, LA,
raised in Atlanta, GA.  He was employed by Northwest Airlines for the past 33 years.  He had been a
resident of Senatobia, MS for the past 21 years.  Steve was a motorcyclist enthusiast and loved
animals.  He will be remembered by his family and friends for his wonderful wit and great sense of
humor.  Survivors include his father, Albert Wingo; his son, Jason and his brother Tommy.  He was
preceded by his mother, Phyllis Wingo.  Memorial services will be held on Wednesday, December 13
at 11:00 am at the Senatobia Presbyterian Church, Senatobia, MS.  In lieu of flowers donations can be
made to the Diabetes Foundation of Mississippi, Inc. 16 Northtown Drive, Jackson, MS  39211 or
Senatobia Presbyterian Church, 429 W. Main Street, Senatobia, MS  38668.
*****

 
Thursday, November 2, 2006

James Thomas "Tommy" West, 61, died Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2006, at his home in Newnan. The memorial service is Saturday, Nov. 4 at 2 p.m. in the chapel of McKoon Funeral Home, Newnan, Ga. The family is receiving friends at the funeral home Saturday from 1 p.m. until the service.

Source:   Tom Brannon
*****

 

 
William Douglas Welch Jr.    
William Douglas Welch Jr., 64, passed away in Sanford on Monday, Oct. 30, 2006. Known to his family as "W.D." and to his friends as "Bill," Mr. Welch was born March 7, 1942, in Nauvoo, Ala., to William Sr. and Beulah Welch. A resident of Palm Coast for eight years, Bill was a U.S. Army veteran who served two tours in Vietnam, and received a Purple Heart and many other awards and citations. After his service he became a commercial airline captain, flying Boeing 747s for Northwest Airlines, primarily on service to Asia. Bill retired in September 2001 and concentrated on his other joys, sailing throughout the Caribbean and riding his Harley-Davidson. Funeral service will be 3 p.m. Saturday, November 4, in the chapel of Lohman Funeral Home Palm Coast, with retired Chaplain Lt. Col. Harry W. Gilman officiating. The family will receive friends from 2 p.m. until service time. Bill leaves behind a son, William Welch; brother, Morris Welch; two aunts; and ex-wife and mother of his child, Raili Welch. Share condolences via the family guestbook at www.lohmanfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements are under the careful direction of Lohman Funeral Home Palm Coast.

Published in the Daytona Beach News-Journal from 11/2/2006 - 11/3/2006.
 
Thursday, November 2, 2006  6:02 pm

Received from Jim Robinson:

The funeral for Bill Welch will be Saturday at 3 pm at Lohman Funeral Home, 220 Palm Coast Pkwy,  Palm Coast, FL. 

 
See the link below for more info on Bill.
 
Jim
*****
 
Thursday, November 2, 2006  1:03 pm

Received from Jim Robinson:

I have received word that Bill Welch has died of a stroke.  I don't have all the details yet but I understand the funeral will be on Saturday at 2:00 pm in Palm Coast, FL.  Bill lived in Palm Coast.  I will pass on any other info when I receive it.

 
Jim
*****
 

October 31, 2006

Robert Falling Sr. 

Funeral Services for Mr. Robert Falling, Sr., 76, will be held 1 PM, Wednesday, November 1, 2006 at Meadows Mortuary Chapel, 419 Flat Shoals Avenue, SE, Atlanta, GA 30316. Rev. John J. Adams officiating. Interment, Kennedy Memorial Gardens, Ellenwood, GA. Visitation, TODAY, 2 PM to 8 PM. He leaves to cherish his memory, devoted wife, Evangelist, Margie Falling, son, Robert Falling, daughter, Sandra Williams (Don), five grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, brother, Lewis Falling (Dorothy), sisters, Mary Francis, Akins, Catherine Burden, 8 sisters-in-law, 3 brothers-in-law, host of Godchildren, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. The cortege will assemble at 12 Noon, at 2775 Flagstone Dr. Meadows Mortuary, Inc. 404-522-7478.
Published in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution from 10/30/2006 - 10/31/2006.