The Cochran Funeral Home & Crematory of Blairsville announces Funeral Services for Mrs. Annie “Cricket” Tanner of Blairsville who passed away on Sunday morning, July 21, 2019 at her home.

Funeral Services will be held at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 24, 2019 from the Chapel of Cochran Funeral Home with Rev. Stacy Dyer and Rev. Winfred Pitts officiating. Special music will be presented by Stacy & Deyton Dyer. Interment will follow at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery where she will be laid to rest next to her husband, Glenn Tanner. The following gentlemen have been selected to serve as pallbearers: Kainan King, Scotty Hamby, Kyle Owenby, Casey Bryson, Josh Sparks and Caleb Sparks. Honorary pallbearers are Kolt and Kody Owneby.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday evening from 6 until 9 p.m.

If you wish, donations may be made to Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery Fund.

Arrangements entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home & Crematory of Blairsville.

James Howard Mashburn, age 73 of Blue Ridge, GA, passed away July 15, 2019, in Beattyville, KY. Mr. Mashburn was born November 18, 1945, in Culberson, NC to the late Rowa Mashburn and the late Amanda Iva Lee Arp Mashburn. A member of Sweetgum Baptist Church, he was preceded in death by his brothers and sister-in-law, Clifford Mashburn, Clyde Mashburn, Earl (Joyce) Mashburn, and Tommy Mashburn.

Survivors include: wife, Irene Ratcliff Mashburn; sons, Chad (Julie) Mashburn and Andrew (Amy) Mashburn; brother, Robert (Fay) Mashburn, sister, Ruth (Tommy) Townsend, sisters-in-law, Tressie Mashburn, Catherine Mashburn, and Jean Mashburn; grandchildren, Caleb (Ciarra) Mashburn, Matthew Mashburn, Charity Mashburn, Moriah Mashburn, Hannah Mashburn, and Bradley Mashburn; and great-grandchild, Graceyn Mashburn.

Funeral services: Wednesday, July 17, 2019, at 2:00 pm from the Henry-Cochran Funeral Home of Blue Ridge, GA with Rev. James Morris & Tommy Townsend officiating. Interment will follow in Mt. Carmel Church Cemetery in Murphy, NC. Pallbearers: Chad Mashburn, Andrew Mashburn, Bruce Davis, Leroy Mashburn, Joe Mashburn, Brent Townsend.

The family will receive friends at the Henry-Cochran Funeral Home of Blue Ridge, GA, Wednesday, July 17, 2019, from 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm.

Arrangements entrusted to the Henry-Cochran Funeral Home of Blue Ridge, GA. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to The Ronald McDonald House, The Shriners Hospital, or The Disabled American Veterans. You may send condolences to the family and sign the guest register at www.cochranfuneralhomes.com.

The Cochran Funeral Home & Crematory of Blairsville announces the death of Mrs. Frances Carlyle, age 73 formerly of Brasstown, NC who passed away on July 11, 2019.

No services are planned at this time.

Arrangements entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home & Crematory of Blairsville.

Elanda Lilly Smith

APRIL 26, 1930 ~ JUNE 21, 2019

Mrs. Elanda Lilly Smith born on 26 April 1930 in Franklin County Pennsylvania and lived in Young Harris, GA passed away peacefully Friday evening the 21st of June 2019 while at home with her daughter Yolanda Keating. Before her declining health, Elanda retired following a successful career in Real Estate that spanned many years including opening the first Century 21 office in Florida located in Hallandale. Included in her achievements she served on the Hollywood Board of Realtors for years contributing to the success of the organization. Following that success she relocated to the Hiawassee/Young Harris area in 1994 and joined the Prudential Real Estate office located in Hiawassee and continued her successful career until her retirement forced on her by back problems that made it difficult for her to continue. She stayed active however and joined the Lady’s Red Hat Organization where she had many friends. Elanda truly loved living in the area and was always an advocate for the unique qualities of life afforded here. She is survived by daughters Yolanda and her husband David and daughter Dianne Pike and their families consisting of a total of 4 grand kids and 11 great grand kids. Banister Funeral Home assisted the family in their time of need and a Memorial Service is scheduled for 11 AM Saturday July 13 at Sharp Memorial United Methodist Church in Young Harris of which she was a member.

Robert Shattles

OCTOBER 12, 1942 ~ JUNE 5, 2019

Robert Shattles, age 76, of Hiawassee, Georgia passed away Wednesday, June 5, 2019 after a brief illness. Robert was born October 12, 1942 in Atlanta, Georgia to the late Robert Sr. and Ernestine (Scott) Shattles.

He is preceded in death by his parents Robert Shattles Sr and Ernestine Looper. He leaves behind his devoted wife of 57 years, Margaret Hay Shattles; sons and daughters-in-law Jay Shattles and Nicole Jones, Scott and Cristy Shattles, Chris and Allison Shattles; granddaughters Hannah, Macy, Elizabeth, Sophia and Megan Shattles; grandson Cody Williams; along with a host of family and friends.

Robert was a dedicated and loving husband, father and grandfather. He was a member of McConnell Memorial Baptist Church. Robert became a Mason in 1978 and most recently a member of the Stephens Masonic Lodge 414. He retired from Delta airlines after 32 years as a station manager. After retirement he and his wife Margaret moved from Miami, Florida to Hiawassee, Georgia where they have enjoyed 17 years surrounded by the beautiful mountains. Robert was an “Above Average Avid” Georgia BullDogs Fan; a title created especially for him! Robert enjoyed his down time on his Harley, traveling, snow skiing, and especially being a doting grandfather. He was known as a jokester and fun loving, but he was also a man who would never steer you wrong. GO DAWGS!!!!

Visitation: Saturday, June 8, 2019 2:00-3:00 at McConnell Memorial Baptist Church
Memorial Service: Saturday, June 8, 2019 at 3:00 McConnell Memorial Baptist Church with Rev. Danny Byers officiating.
Banister Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Robert “Bob” Canaday

MAY 4, 1936 ~ MAY 9, 2019

Robert “Bob” Canaday, 83, of Hiawassee, Georgia went on to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 9, 2019 in Cumming, Georgia, after a courageous battle with lung cancer. He was born on May 4, 1936 in Clearwater, Florida to the late Henry and Angela Canaday. They moved to Sarasota, Florida shortly after his birth. He lived a life marked by steadfast love and dedication—to his country, his job, but most of all, to his wife and family. Upon graduating from High School, he served for three years in the United States Army as an Engineer Equipment Mechanic, followed by five additional years of service in the United States Army Reserves. While in the U.S. Army Reserves, he began working at General Telephone Company (GTE) of Florida. He worked in a variety of positions in the company for 27 years, until his retirement in 1985. However, his dedication to his wife, Rosemary Canaday, of more than 60 years, who he affectionately called his “Little Baby,” stands as his greatest testimony of love and dedication. After his retirement from GTE, he and Rosemary moved to Hiawassee, Georgia, and built their retirement home in Possum Holler. Bob loved all people, and he reflected that in everyone he met. His friendly personality, infectious smile, and sense of humor assured him that he never met a stranger. In fact, during his final days, when asked if he had ever met a stranger, he remarked with a smile: “What’s a stranger?” He loved fishing, gardening—especially growing tomatoes, reading Clive Cussler and Louis L’Amour novels, watching NASCAR, and caring for the birds that lived around his home. Bob and Rosemary loved all animals and he had an especially close connection to his dog, Dixie, who you would often see riding with him on errands throughout town until she passed away 2017. They also maintained a close relationship with their special friends: Gene, Joyce, Dale, Merle, David, Tobe, and Dwight Penland.

Surviving are his loving wife Rosemary; his brother, John “Jack” Canaday and his wife, Betty of Brooksville, Florida; two sons, William H. “Bill” Canaday of Sunset, South Carolina and Robert L. “Rob” Canaday and his wife, Kathy, of Sarasota, Florida; and one daughter, Angela K. Owenby and her husband, Bobby, of Andrews, North Carolina. He had eight grandchildren; Billy Canaday and his wife Jessica of Dublin, Georgia; Brian Canaday and his wife, Whitney, of Bradenton, Florida; Tara and Taylor Canaday, both of Portland, Maine; Amy Abraham and her husband, Jeffery, of Hixson, Tennessee; Clinton Canaday and his wife, Linda, of Sarasota, Florida; Shaun Owenby and his wife, Melissa of Mary Esther, Florida; Bobbilyn Sisum and her husband, Jake, of Hayesville, North Carolina;. He was also blessed by his nine great-grandchildren: Katlyn, Autumn, and Lilly Canaday; Laura and Mark Owenby; Vera Mae Sisum; Cheyenne Abraham; Lexi Inglis; and Bowen Canaday. He was looking forward to the birth of his tenth great-grandchild, Blayne Canaday in July, as well as his first great-great grandbaby in October.

Visitation and funeral service will be held at Banister Funeral Home in Hiawassee, Georgia on May 18, 2019. The family will receive friends from 1-2PM followed immediately by service officiated by Pastor Chris Rumfelt. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in his memory to the Hiawassee Animal Hospital.

Banister Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Charles Edwin Tate

FEBRUARY 27, 1951 ~ MAY 7, 2019

Mr. Charles Edwin Tate, 68 of Young Harris, Georgia passed away at Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Tuesday May 7, 2019 after an extended illness. Better known as Ed or Eddie was born on February 27, 1951 in Walker County, Georgia. Ed was known as a kind, giving gentle man. One who would give you the shirt off of his back. His passion was whittling wood, he designed and gave away many walking sticks to friends, family and residences of Towns County. Ed is preceded in death by his sister Deborah Clance. He leaves behind his mother Mrs. Catherine Duene Brown; sister Gloria Adams and many extended family and friends behind.

A memorial service will be held Friday, May 10, 2019 1:00-2:00PM at Banister Funeral Home. In Lieu of flowers family has requested donations to made to Banister Funeral Home to help toward his services. Banister Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Foster Neil Card, age 76, of Hiawassee, Georgia went to his heavenly home on Sunday, November 10th 2019 after an extended illness. Foster was born June 27, 1943 in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. He was a native of Spokane, Washington until retiring from Allied Fencing Company and moving to Hiawassee in 2010. He attended Mt. Pleasant Church of God. Foster loved western movies especially John Wayne and old music such as Waylon Jennings. He was a cowboy, tough guy who lived his life his way. He liked fishing, fast cars and fast women.
He was proceeded in death by wife, Barbara Card; son, Timothy Card; mother, Cleo Casey; sister, Darlene Gilbert and father, Foster Card.
Surviving are sister, Betty McDonald of Spokane WA; son, Michael (Missy) Card of Young Harris; daughters, Kim Card of Spokane and Melanie (George) Hargrove of Spokane; seven grandchildren and sixteen great-grandchildren. Family service will be in Spokane, WA at a later date.
Banister Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements for Mr. Card.