Arzetta H. Buchanan, age 95 of Mineral Bluff, GA passed away Saturday, September 28, 2019, in Ducktown, TN. Mrs. Buchanan was born June 14, 1924, in Mineral Bluff, GA to the late Everette Henry and the late Beulah Davis Henry. Mrs. Buchanan was a member of Toccoa Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, W.J. Buchanan; brothers, J. P. Henry, Emmett Henry, Oscar Henry, Thomas Henry, and Danny Henry. She was a life long resident of Fannin County and served her community for many years with compassion and caring for others. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

Survivors include: daughter, Angela Buchanan; sisters, Margie Brown, Faye (James) Dillard, Dorothy Conner, and Jane (Norman) Owens; brother, Alvin (JoAnn) Henry; grandchild, Celeste Lance; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Monday, September 30, 2019, at 2:00 pm from the Henry-Cochran Funeral Home in Blue Ridge, GA with the Rev. Jimmy Ritter and Rev. Jo Dan Wilkins officiating. Music: piano by Bob Buchanan and solo by Jimmy Ritter. Interment will follow in Toccoa Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers: Jimmy Henry, Freddy Ballew, Zachary Carver, Nick Goggins, Donald Buchanan, and Danny Ballew.

The family will receive friends at the Henry-Cochran Funeral Home in Blue Ridge, GA, Sunday, September 29, 2019, from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm.

Arrangements entrusted to the Henry-Cochran Funeral Home of Blue Ridge, GA. You may send condolences to the family and sign the guest register at www.cochranfuneralhomes.com.

James “Emory” Flynt, age 93 of Mineral Bluff, Georgia passed away September 12, 2019, at his home. He was born February 15, 1926, in Augusta, GA to Davis R. and Alma Williams Flynt. Preceding him in death were his parents Davis R. Flynt and Alma Williams Flynt, a son, James Emory Flynt, and a brother, Davis R. Flynt Jr.

He is survived by his wife Louella, a son David and daughter-in-law Susan, a daughter Donna Pritchett, six grandsons, one granddaughter, one great-grandson, a niece Julia Ann and husband George Richardson, two step-daughters Leigh Kuhn and Lou Anne O’Donnell and families.

He was a WWII veteran having served in the Marines on Guam. His hobbies were riding his motorcycle and hiking.

Funeral services: Sunday, September 15, 2019, at 2:00 pm at the Henry-Cochran Funeral Home with the Rev. Jim Crews officiating. Military Honors by the North Georgia Honor Guard. Interment will follow in Chastain Memorial Park. Pallbearers: David Flynt, Jordan Flynt, Caleb Flynt, Preston Flynt, Ryan O’Donnell, and Sean O’Donnell.

The family will receive friends at the Henry-Cochran Funeral Home of Blue Ridge, Sunday, September 15, 2019, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm.

Arrangements entrusted to the Henry-Cochran Funeral Home of Blue Ridge, GA. You may send condolences to the family and sign the guest register at www.cochranfuneralhomes.com.

Mrs. Phyllis Lena Garrett, age 69, of Hiawassee, Georgia passed away on Friday, August 30, 2019. Phyllis was born on October 13, 1949 to the late Andrew and Annie (McCracken) Welborn in Rabun County, Georgia. She was a good hearted woman and a loving wife. She would help anyone in their time of need. Phyllis leaves behind her husband of 32 years, Mr. David Garrett of Hiawassee, Georgia; daughters, Jolena Nichols of Hiawassee, Georgia and Maria Garrett of Miami, Florida; son, Paris Nichols of Rabun County, Georgia; son and daughter-in-law, Dave and Amber Garrett of Pendergrass, Georgia; sister, Glenis Pritchett of Rabun County, Georgia; grandson, Justin Nichols; several nieces and nephews and a host of friends.

Visitation: Sunday, September 1, 2019 from 12:00 to 2:00 PM at Banister Funeral Home

Graveside Service: Sunday, September 1, 2019 at 2:00 PM at Osborn Cemetery

Pallbearers: Kenny, Dave, Bill, Robert & Ryan

Banister Funeral Home of Hiawassee, Georgia is in charge of arrangements.

Mrs. Grace Collis Callihan, age 90, of Blue Ridge passed away Thursday, August 29, 2019 at her home. Grace was born November 13, 1925 to Allen and Gaily Garrison Collis. She was a member of Mt. Moriah Baptist Church where she loved to play the piano and sing praises to God. Mamaw Grace, as her grandchildren called her, was the most loving lady a person could know. She took care of all of her family and they cherished her. All of her family knows that they will see her again when this life is through. She was preceded in death by: Sisters, Ruth Collis Anderson and Edith Cochran: brothers, Clint Collis, Young Rose, Rev. Glen Collis and Earl Collis.

She is survived by: Husband, Glen Callihan, sons, Bob( Sherry Henderson) Callihan, Ricky Wayne(Starr) Callihan and Brenda (Jessie) Millsaps; sisters, Ada Callihan and Juanita Schawab, all of Blue Ridge; grandchildren, Heather Watkins, Jessica (Michelle) Cox, Candice (Scott) Ray, Jacob (Erica Davis) Callihan, Dakota (Brittany) Christmas, Cherish Christmas and special grandchild, Michael Earley; great grandchildren, Gracie Watkins, Caroline Ray, Rylin Christmas and Dillon Christmas. Numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives also survive.

Funeral services are scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 1st at 3:00 p.m. from the Mt. Moriah Baptist Church with Rev. Jerry Banks and Rev. James Worley officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt. Moriah Church Cemetery.

The family will receive friends Saturday evening from 5 until 9 p.m. at the Henry-Cochran Funeral Home in Blue Ridge.

Henry-Cochran Funeral Home of Blue Ridge, Georgia in charge of arrangements.

Edward Minor Powell, Jr., age 82, passed away Friday, August 23, 2019, at home surrounded by family.

Born August 10, 1937, to Edward Minor Powell, Sr. and Opal Hull Powell in Arcadia, Florida. He grew up in Sarasota, Florida, where he met his wife, Glenda, and raised his family. He was a land surveyor, later worked in the mobile home industry and was also a private gun dealer. In 1997, he and his wife moved to Mineral Bluff where he enjoyed his gun collection, woodworking, spending time outdoors, and time with family, especially his grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Glenda Bush Powell; daughter, Lane Powell; son, Kenneth Powell (Vicki); granddaughter, Lindsey Powell; grandson, Luke Powell; sister, Alice Waldroup; aunt, Sherrill Dillinger; sister-in-law, Sue Bush, and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

He loved in-depth Bible teaching and was a member of Temple Baptist Church of Morganton and a former member of Grace Baptist Church of Sarasota, Florida.

A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, August 27, at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church cemetery in Mineral Bluff. Visitation will be held at Temple Baptist Church in Morganton at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, August 27, followed by a memorial service at noon.

Vea (Veatrice) Floyt passed away on July 30, 2019. Vea is a native to Blairsville, GA.

She was born on August 6, 1947 to Charlie and Bernice Winn.
Her beautiful life included faith, family, friends, travel and the military, proudly serving in the Women’s Army Corps (WAC) where she met the love of her life, Roger Floyt.

She was a kind, nurturing, comforting soul, mixed with wisdom, humor, grace, and a proud stubbornness and fierce independence that, along with her faith, carried her through tough times.
She will be dearly missed by all.
She is preceded in death by her husband Roger Floyt., parents Charlie and Bernice Winn, brother Ted Winn, and many other beloved family members.

She is survived by her son, James Floyt, daughter in law Vicki, grandchildren William and Olivia Floyt. Her daughter Kristen Falk, son in law Chet Falk, granddaughter Megan Hjelter, her husband Eric Hjelter, brother Don Winn, wife Helen Winn, daughters Jennifer Beaver and Kimberly Winn and numerous other extended family members and friends.

There are some who bring a light so great to the world that even after they have gone the light remains.

A memorial of her life will be held on Wednesday, August 7, 2019 1:00 pm at All Saints Lutheran Church located at 83 Earl Shelton Rd. Blairsville, GA. A small reception will follow.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the American Diabetes Association.

Arrangements entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home & Crematory

*Full Obituary Pending*

The Cochran Funeral Home & Crematory of Blairsville announces the death of Mr. Gail Lane, age 96 of Blairsville who passed away on Friday, July 19, 2019 at Sunshine Manor Assisted Living Facility.

Service information is incomplete and will be posted soon.

Arrangements entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home & Crematory of Blairsville.

The Cochran Funeral Home of Hiawassee announces Memorial Services for Bill Glance, age 73 of Young Harris, Georgia, who passed away on Monday, July 15, 2019 at his residence.

A native of Haywood County, he was a son of the late Carroll and Bonnie Stevenson Glance. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother, Gene Glance. Bill was a supervisor at Dayco for 31 years and was a home builder. He was a member of McConnell Baptist Church. Bill enjoyed his years with David’s Entertainment Center and was an avid deer hunter with his “gang”.

Bill is survived by his wife of 53 years, Teresa Tate Glance; three sons, Jim Glance, and his wife, Aleasa, Michael Glance, and Bryan Glance, and his wife, Lisa; five grandchildren, Ashton, Shelby, Grace, Grady and Caleb Glance.

A memorial service will be held at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, July 19, 2019 at Antioch Baptist Church in Waynesville, NC, with Reverend Steve Taylor and Reverend Jeffrey Moore officiating. The family will receive friends from 4:00 until 5:00 p.m. at the church. Following the service family and friends are invited to the fellowship hall to celebrate Bill’s life and enjoy refreshments.

Memorials may be made to Gideons International, Haywood West Camp, P.O. Box 634, Waynesville, NC 28786.

Local arrangements entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home of Hiawassee.

Wells Funeral Homes of Waynesville, NC in charge and an online memorial register is available at “Obituaries” at www.wellsfuneralhome.com

Janett Nicholson

MAY 17, 1941 ~ JUNE 18, 2019

Mrs. Janett Nicholson, age 78, passed away peacefully Tuesday, June 18, 2019 at The Oaks -Scenic View in Baldwin, Georgia. Janett was born May 17, 1941 to the late Mr. Emmett and Kathryn (Wright) Jarrard in Towns County, Georgia. Prior to Janet’s declining health she attended and taught Sunday school classes. She was of the Baptist faith. She was also a member of the Eastern Star. Janett was family oriented; she was a devoted wife, mama and grandmother. She loved spending time with her family, was a very good cook and loved to sew and crochet, often making clothing for her children and others. She was also skilled in needlepoint, with her canvas often being mistaken for a photograph. In her younger years she and Hugh enjoyed traveling; their adventures took them to Paris, Hawaii and Mexico. Janett was an avid reader, “Gone with the Wind” being her favorite. Janett also was thrilled to a grandmother and was very attached to her grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, Emmett and Kathryn Jarrard; brothers Aaron and Harrold Jarrard and sister, Jewel McClure.

Janett leaves behind her husband of 57 years, Mr. Hugh Nicholson; sons and daughter’s-in-law, Brian and Tracy Nicholson of Jefferson,GA and Brent and Stephanie Nicholson of Homer,GA; brothers, Roy and Monty Jarrard both of Kingsport, TN; sister Drenda Pierson, of Kingsport, TN; grandchildren Cayla and husband, Jonathan Thomas, Kelsey and husband, Kyle Walker Emily, Ellie and Erin Nicholson; great grandchildren Annistyn Thomas and Romy Walker; sister’s-in-law Sue Johnson, Connie and husband Steve Marshall along with many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Visitation: Thursday, June 20, 2019 12:00 – 2:00 PM at Banister Funeral Home

Service: Thursday, June 20, 2019 at 2:00 PM at Banister Funeral Home with Rev. Wade Lott officiating.

Interment in the Macedonia Cemetery

Banister Funeral Home of Hiawassee, Georgia is in charge of arrangements.

Constance Ann Goodwin

FEBRUARY 8, 1961 ~ MAY 30, 2019

Mrs. Constance Ann Goodwin, age 58 of Hiawassee, Georgia passed away Thursday, May 30, 2019 at Northeast Georgia Medical Center. Connie was born February 8, 1961 in Attleboro, Massachusetts. She was of the Catholic faith. Connie was a Master Cosmetologist, a hard worker who was dedicated to her career. When not working she enjoyed playing Bingo, singing, making certain her house was a tidy home for her family and most importantly spending time with her children and grandchildren. Mrs. Goodwin is preceded in death by her father Wilfred Dufresne. She is survived by her husband Jerold Goodwin; sons Shawn Roberts and Jeff Roberts; daughter Paige Roberts; mother and stepfather Sandra and Vance Stansel; brothers Fred Dufresne and Mark Dufresne; grandchildren Starla, Dakota, Farissa, Bailey and Sophia who proudly called her “Mimi”. Many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends remain also. A private service will be held in the future.

Banister Funeral Home, Hiawassee, Georgia is in charge of the arrangements.

Claudia Lynn McConnell

MAY 15, 1995 ~ MAY 9, 2019

Ms. Claudia Lynn McConnell, age 23, of Blue Ridge passed away Thursday, May 9, 2019. Claudia was born on May 15,1995 in Jasper, Georgia. Claudia was full of life and she lived it to the fullest. She was a vibrant, happy, fun person and because of that had many friends. In school she played softball, in her later years she enjoyed social media, taking pictures and enjoying time with friends. She is preceded in death by her parents Mr. Bill and Barbara McConnell and son, Christian Chance McConnell. She leaves behind one daughter, one son, Billie McConnell, Diana Lewis, Linda Duvall, Mary Burch, Terry McConnell, Nick Shook, Georgiana Palmer and many extended relatives and friends.
Graveside services: Thursday, May 16, 2019 at Burch Cemetery at 11AM with Rev. Chris Rumfelt officiating.
Banister Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Lorina Everett Skiver

APRIL 22, 1953 ~ MAY 9, 2019

Mrs. Lorina Everett Skiver age, 66 of Dahlonega, Georgia passed away Thursday, May 9, 2019 at Northeast Georgia Medical Center after a courageous battle against breast cancer. Lorina was born in Maine on April 22, 1953 to the late Mr. Morgan Douglas and Shirley Mary (Rossignol) Everett. Lorina had a nurturing heart and was blessed with a husband, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren to care for. She loved to have her whole family on her porch enjoying a meal, reminiscing, laughing and loving each other. Beyond her own family she was well known for rescuing anything that needed rescued; human or not if someone or something needed taken care of she would bring it home and nurture it back to health. It was a rare occasion to see her without a baby on her hip, or her hands at work preparing a meal. When she did have a free day she and her husband Marty or as she always called him “Charlie” would escape to the North Georgia Mountains on their Harley’s. Marty and Lorina were private people and wished not for a large service. Together they decided their children would complete their wishes as a family when her day came. Lorina has joined her husband Martin Eugene Skiver; a sister Peggy Sue Everett and a son-in-law Danny Evans in Heaven. She leaves behind her children; daughter Lynn Evans of Cleveland, Georgia; daughter and son-in-law, Peggy and Jason Truelove of Gainesville, Georgia; daughter, Michelle Funderburk of Dahlonega, Georgia; son Steven Skiver of Jasper, Georgia; brothers Douglas Everett and Roger Everett along with 21 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and extended family. In lieu of flowers a donation can be made to a cancer organization of your preference.

Banister Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Vernon Ray Moore, age 69, of Murphy, passed away October 28, 2019, at Erlanger Western Carolina Hospital. Mr. Moore was born November 2, 1949, in Murphy, NC, to the late Arvil Lee Moore and Helen Irene Peek Moore. He served as a deacon at the Household of Faith Church and was a U.S. Army Veteran serving in Vietnam. Vernon enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening, and cutting grass.

Survivors include a step-son, James Stuart, sons, Robert Moore, and Jonathan Moore, sister, Shirley Wilbanks, and brother, James Greene, two grandchildren, Mackenzie Moore, and Windy, three great-grandchildren, Leeya, Elijah, and Isaiah.

Funeral services: Saturday, November 2, 2019, at 1:00 pm at the Household of Faith with Pastor Richard Mashburn and Rev. Preston Mashburn officiating. Interment will follow in the Grape Creek Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers: Claude Hartness, Troy Roberson, Jerry Curtis, Keith Mashburn, and Steve Guthrie. Honorary pallbearers: Henry Raper, George Mashburn, Glenn Mashburn, and Charlie Moore.

The family will receive friends at the House Hold of Faith Saturday, November 2, 2019, from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm.

Arrangements entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home of Murphy, You may send condolences to the family and sign the guest register at www.cochranfuneralhomes.com.

Mrs. Beverly Brimer Bolsius, age 86 of Hiawassee, passed away after a struggling hospice in her mountain home Saturday, October 26, 2019.

Beverly was born in Atlanta, Georgia on September 10, 1933 to the late Aubrey & Margaret Brimer. The loss of her younger sister at the age of 10 made a big impact on her perspective of life. It was from that moment that she became intentional with her life. Her high school years were full of accomplishment some of which include serving as class officer and majorette of the band. It was also here that she met her future husband, Gene Bolsius. After high school, she attended business school and worked for the State of Georgia Health Department. Later, she reconnected with Gene and they began a solid marriage and life of adventure!

It is said behind every great man is a great woman. She was the epitome of that idiom. Bev had a certain charisma about her. When she entered the room her presence was instantly known- she was the life of the party. Her hilarious sense of humor and style allowed her to quickly form genuine connections with people. Through Gene’s career, they were able to live all over the world from Tokyo to Hong Kong and Buenos Aires. These locations served as jumping off points for the rest of their globe-trotting adventures as they enjoyed a full retirement traveling the world. Bev was extremely organized and patriotic. She even coupled these attributes volunteering to host and entertain troops overseas.

She will be warmly remembered by all who knew her, but especially missed by her family: loving husband of 67 years, Eugene Herbert Bolsius; daughter, Mona Carolyn Clayton; son & daughter-in-law, Mark Stephen & Anne Bolsius; and daughter, Melissa Anne Caldwell. Also, sharing in her legacy are 8 grandchildren, Christie Clayton, Colin Clayton (Gina), Michael Bolsius, Shelly Bolsius, Maggie Bolsius, Nick Caldwell, Jack Caldwell, and Olivia Caldwell. Bev was preceded in death by her parents, and sister, Carolyn Brimer.

A Memorial Service will be held at 1 pm on Thursday, October 31, 2019 from the Chapel of Cochran Funeral Home with Chaplain Greg Bailey officiating. The family will gather together with friends prior to the service beginning at noon.

Arrangements entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home of Hiawassee.

Obituary for Robin Renay Burger

Helen Cochran, age 84 of Postell, passed away Saturday, September 28, 2019, at Life Care Center of Copper Basin. Mrs. Cochran was born April 26, 1935, in the Wolf Creek Community of Cherokee County to the late Theodore Ledford and the late Carrie Gaddis Ledford. She was a member of Temple Baptist Church, baking was her favorite pass time. She was preceded in death by husband, James Edward Cochran, brothers, Sam Ledford, Wayne Ledford, Gerald Ledford, Bud Ledford, and Ern Ledford, daughter-in-law, Sue Cochran.

Survivors include sons, Bruce (Janet) Cochran, and Steve Cochran, brother, Ray Ledford, granddaughter, Jennifer Burnett, grandsons, Michael Davis, and Joe Smith.

Funeral services: Tuesday, October 1, 2019, at 1:00 pm at the Finch-Cochran Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Sammy Ledford and Rev. Donald Padgett officiating. Music provided by Glenn Hughes, Pauline White and Deanne Ledford. Interment will follow in Jerusalem Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers: Tim Johnson, Billy Galloway, Joe Smith, Michael Davis, Glenn Hughes, and Terry McClure.

The family will receive friends at the Finch-Cochran Funeral Home, Monday, September 30, 2019, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm.

Arrangements entrusted to the Finch-Cochran Funeral Home of McCaysville, GA. You may send condolences to the family and sign the guest register at www.cochranfuneralhomes.com.