Death and Beyond
By Annette Bramblett
All Rights Reserved
The following excerpts are taken from sections of local newspapersphotocopied by the late Garland C. Bagley and contain obituaries, “inmemory” items, cards of thanks, and biographical sketches that havenot been previously published in volumes on the history of Forsyth County.Cemetery addenda are from Cemeteries of Forsyth County by Donna Parrish,Bonnye Leary, and Garland Bagley and from the personal records of thecontributor.
Aarons, Minnie
The Forsyth County News, May 11, 1917
On the 29th day of July the death angel visited our home and took fromus our loving daughter and sister, Minnie Aarons. She was only sick twodays...Minnie bore her suffering with patience. She joined the Baptist churchat Friendship at an early age and lived a true Christina until death. Sheleaves a father, mother, and three sisters and a host of relatives and friendsto mourn her departure...
Her remains were laid to rest in Friendship cemetery, Revs. J.L. Wyattand J.M. Anderson conducting the funeral services...
Written by her heart-broken mother and sister, Georgia Aarons, and sisterMamie.
[Born January 10, 1889, died July 29, 1916]
Akins, Lou
The Forsyth County News, September 30, 1926
In loving memory of our loving sister, Lou Akins, who departed this lifeApril 17, 1926. She was the daughter of Mrs. Julia Howard; wife of D.F. Akins.Born October 20, 1878, departed this life April 17, 1926, age 48 years, fivemonths, and 27 days old. she was the mother of nine children, six livingand three gone on before...
She joined the church at Cross Roads when quite young and remained amember of that church until death. The body was laid to rest at Cross Roadscemetery.
Written by her heart-broken sister, Parlee Bell.
Allen, Forest
The Forsyth County News, August 24, 1917
Forest, the little eleven-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. S.H. Allen diedat their home Saturday night; his little body was laid to rest in the cemeteryhere Sunday afternoon, after funeral services conducted by Rev. F.T. Wills.
The little boy was afflicted all his life and never walked and playedlike other little boys here, but we’re sure that he is now walking thestreets of gold...
Anderson, Clayorn
The Forsyth County News, December 1, 1921
The home of Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Anderson was darkened with sadness June16, 1921, when angels visited their home and took form them their littleson Clayorn. He was nine years of age, and a bright loving child...He wassick and suffered several weeks...
Written by his cousin, Beatrice McDaniel, Lee Florida, September 19,1921.
Anderson, Child of Mr. and Mrs. Edgar
The Forsyth County News, July 19, 1923
A little child of Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Anderson died Wednesday and wasburied today at Brookwood. We sympathize...
Andrews, Tom
The Forsyth County News, April 13, 1922
Mr. Tom Andrews died at the home of his father on Route 4 Monday, andhis body was laid to rest at Coal Mountain with military honors Tuesdays,Revs. Thomas and Forrist conducting the services. He had been sick for manymonths and his death has been expected for some time. He is survived by hisparents, a number of other relatives and scores of friends to whom we extendsympathy.
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The North Georgian, April 14, 1922
Mr. Tom Andrews died at his home near Coal Mountain last Monday and wasburied Tuesday, the funeral services being conducted by Revs. G.W. Forrestand J.W. Thomas. Mr. Andrews was 27 years old and leaves a wife and baby,besides other relatives...
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The Forsyth County News, August 2, 1923
In memory...Thomas Watson Andrews...Mr. Andrews was born June 11, 1895.At the age of 16 he gave his life to Christ...
When the call of duty came in 1917, he answered that call and gave hisservice willingly for his country’s cause. No braver soldier ever foughton the battle fields of France than Thomas Watson Andrews. It was while inservice that he was gassed with that deadly gas that made his lungs an easyprey for that disease which cost him his life on April 10, 1922.
It was with heavy and broken hearts that his beloved ones saw him interredin Coal Mountain cemetery . The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Forristand Rev. Thomas...
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The Forsyth County News, June 14, 1923
On April the 10th, as all the world was awakening to new life and beauty,Mr. Tom Andrews lay calling for God to come and take him out of his suffering.In answer to that prayer, an angel softly entered the home and took thatweary spirit home to rest...
He was laid to rest at Coal Mountain cemetery, after funeral servicesconducted by Revs. G.W. Forrist and J.W. Thomas...
Anglin, J. C.
The Forsyth County News, February 3, 1927
Mr. J.C. Anglin died January 19 at the home of his daughter, Mrs. A.M.Bell, near Duluth. He was 87 years old. He served in the Confederate army;was wounded at Vicksburg. He was a successful farmer of Forsyth County. Heis survived by two sons, two daughters, several grandchildren, and a hostof friends. His remains were interred at Sharon on the 20th, funeral servicesconducted by Rev. J.W. Coffman. The bereaved ones have our heartfeltsympathy.
[James C. Anglin, born August 16, 1839]
Armstrong, Virgil E.
The North Georgia Baptist Leader, June 5, 1896
Tribute of Respect. We the members of Mount Zion Lodge, No. 316, Freeand Accepted Masons, in memory of Bro. Virgil E. Armstrong, who was bornin Forsyth County, GA on the 31st day of January, 1837, and departed thislife February, 1896, he having lived a faithful member of our lodge eversince its organization; he was also a consistent member of the Baptist churchand he was faithful in all things...A.H. Woodliff, A.J. Gunter, Geo. W. Woodliff,Committee.
Attison, T. H.
The Forsyth County News, June 1, 1922
Mr. T.H. Attison dropped dead at his home two miles north of town lastFriday night and his body was laid to rest at Concord Saturday, Rev. G.W.Forrist conducting the funeral service. He is survived by his wife and ahost of other relatives and friends...
[Thomas H. Attison, born December 25, 1852, died May 25, 1922]
Bacon, Dr. Edmond M.
The Baptist Leader, August 29, 1895
Dr. Edmond M. Bacon died at his home in Forsyth County, Georgia withinhalf a mile of his birthplace, December 19, 1894, aged 60 years. He was broughtup on a farm in the early settlement of the county, with only such educationaladvantages as a newly settled country afforded. In early manhood he studiedmedicine. Graduating at the Southern Medical College, he entered upon hislife work of farming and practicing physic in the country, in both of whichhe was decidedly successful. He was united in marriage December 18, 1869,with Miss Laura A. Ellis of Cumming, whose gentle ministries at the householdaltar made her a model wife and mother. Eleven children, all living, andnine of whom are still with the family, were the offspring of this union.A Methodist from conviction and by inheritance, 18 years ago he united withthe church, since which time he lived a quiet, unobtrusive and Christianlife...In full possession of all his mental powers, the end suddenly came---hisdisease being hereditary heart affection.
Bagby, Mrs. W. T.
The Forsyth County News, April 24, 1924
A tribute to Mrs. W.T. Bagby, who died at her home near Bethel February1, 1924, after a lingering illness of 12 months with cancer. The deceasedwas 75 years of age, and leaves a husband, three sons, and three daughtersto mourn her departure.
Her children are: Mrs. W.F. Orr; Messrs. F.F. and G.V. Bagby of ForsythCounty; and Mrs. C.M. Buice, Mrs. L.B. Benson and H.C. Bagby of Flowery Branch.Her sisters are: Mrs. J.T. Watson and Mrs. R.H. Thompson of Forsyth County,and Mrs. J.M. Rylee of Buford.
Funeral and interment was at Bethel Sunday February 3, conducted by Revs.Thompson and Warren.
She joined the Baptist church in early womanhood...
[Atlantic Light Bagby, born November 13, 1846]
Bagley, Thomas
The North Georgian, July 25, 1902
Thomas Bagley died at his home near Big Creek Post Office on last Tuesdayevening and was buried at Sharon Church on Wednesday, Rev. B.B. Sargentconducting the funeral services.
Uncle Tommie, as he was familiarly called, was 72 years old and had beena member of Sharon Church for a number of years. He was perhaps the oldestmember in the church. He raised a large family, all of whom survive him,with the exception of two or three. Among those living are Messrs. D.H. andCephus Bagley of Big Creek, and Mrs. James Gilbert of Texas...
[Born December 28, 1829, died July 15, 1902]
Bagwell, Buren
The Forsyth County News, April 22, 1922
Card of thanks. We wish to thank our neighbors and friends for the manyacts of kindness and assistance shown us during the sickness and death ofour dear son and brother, Buren, who passed away March 31, and was laid torest at Brookwood...
G.W. Bagwell and Family.
[Van Buren Bagwell, born October 11, 1892]
Bagwell, W. E.
The Forsyth County News, December 24, 1924
Mr. W.E. Bagwell of Hall County, formerly a citizen of our county, diedat his home Saturday and was buried at Mountain View Sunday, Rev. R.H. Thompsonconducting the funeral services. He is survived by several children and ahost of other relatives...
Bailey, Sallie
The North Georgian, October 7, 1894
Mrs. Sallie Bailey died at her home in Gainesville last Wednesday. Sheresided in Cumming for a number of years and has many friends here who willlearn with sorrow of her death. She was buried in the Cumming cemeteryThursday.
Banister, Lester
The Forsyth County News, June 8, 1917
Mr. Lester Banister, the twenty-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. C.M. Banisterof Route 7, died last Sunday morning and his remains were laid to rest inZion Hill cemetery Monday.
The death of this young man records the second death in Mr. Banister’sfamily in the course of one week. On Saturday night, a week preceding thedeath of the young man, a daughter of Mr. Banister breathed her last.
Banister, Pauline
The North Georgian, November 17, 1922
Pauline, the three-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jarrett Banister,died Saturday of diphtheria, combined with pneumonia. The little body waslaid to rest at Haw Creek Sunday, the funeral services by Rev. John M. Anderson.The North Georgian extends sympathy...
Bannister, Ernest
The Atlanta Constitution, August 3, 1918
Two Georgia Soldiers in the Casualty List: Earnest Bannister, Cumming,Killed
Washington, August 2---The army casualty list today shows:
Killed in action, 42; died of wounds, 48; died of disease, 7; died ofaccident and other causes, 7; wounded severely, 126; wounded, degreeundetermined, 2; missing, 6---Total, 238.
The list contains the following from southern states:
Killed in action...Private Ernest D. Bannister, R.F.D. 8, Cumming...
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The North Georgian, July 8, 1921
The remains of Ernest Bannister, who died in France, has been shippedback home and was re-buried at Concord Tuesday. He was buried with militaryhonors and a large number attended.
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The Forsyth County News, July 7, 1921
The body of Mr. Ernest D. Banister, who was killed on the fields of France,arrived here Sunday and was buried at Concord Tuesday. A good many peoplefrom town attended the funeral which was preached by Revs. Anderson, Thompson,Wyatt and others.
[Born January 23, 1893, died July 20, 1918]
Barber, Loma
The Forsyth County News, Sept. 26, 1921
In loving memory. The death angel visited the home of Mr. Henry Barber,July 19, and took form them the daughter, Loma, age 14 years, three months,and 16 days, when the Lord saw fit to take her away from this world. Shewas taken sick with typhoid fever and did not live but four days...Loma didnot belong to the church but we are satisfied she had a change while on herdeathbed.
She was laid to rest at New Harmony, Revs. Anderson and Tribble conductingthe service...
Loma leaves a father, mother, six brothers, and four sisters...
Barnett, Child of Mr. and Mrs. L. H.
The Forsyth County News, January 11, 1923
A little child of Mr. and Mrs. L.H. Barnett of Route 6 was found deadin bed one morning last week, and its remains were laid to rest at PleasantView...
Barrett, R. W.
The Forsyth County News, January 17, 1924
Mr. R.W. Barrett, who lived in Cumming and worked at the shoemakers tradeuntil recently, died at his home in Atlanta Sunday and was buried in GainesvilleTuesday. We extend to the bereaved one our sympathy.
Barrett, Roy
The Forsyth County News, November 11, 1918
Mr. Roy Barrett, son of J.H. Barrett of Atlanta, formerly of this county,died of pneumonia one day last week. Mr. Barrett has scores of friends inthis county who will sympathize with him in the loss of his son.
Bearden, Willie
The Forsyth County News, September 22, 1921
In remembrance of a friend, Willie Bearden. Willie united with the Baptistchurch at Hopewell in 1920 on a profession of faith in Jesus Christ, anddeparted this life on January 10, 1921, at the age of 18. He leaves an agedfather and mother, three brothers, five sisters, and a host of other relativesand friends to mourn his loss. He was sick only a few days and was just inthe bloom of life...
Bell, V. D.
The Forsyth County News, July 21, 1921
In loving memory of little V.D. Bell, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T.M. Bell,who departed from this life July 18, 1920. Little V.D. was born in Hall CountyJuly 18, 1918; little V.D. had been sick most of her life; when she was eightmonths old she took the flu and then pneumonia fever, and after she got wellshe took stomach trouble which gave her a lot of trouble; when she was 18months old, she took the flu again, and when she got well she had enjoyedbetter health than ever. When warm weather came, she got stout and on July16, we went to see her grandmother Bell and stayed all night. V.D. seemedto be well and enjoying herself; on Saturday morning we went to Cross RoadsChurch; after that we went to the home of Mr. D.F. Akins, where she ate hersupper heartily and afterwards played herself off to sleep about 9 o’clock.At 10 o’clock she woke up sick and took cholera-infantum. She got worseand Sunday afternoon God said, “Little V.D. , you have sufferedenough...”
Her body was laid to rest at Cross Roads Church. Rev. G.W. Forest conductedthe funeral service...V.D. was the only child of the family.
Benefield, Mrs. J. D.
The Forsyth County News, October 5, 1922
She was the wife of J.D. Benefield. Born unto them eight children, whomstill are all living...
Mama leaves her husband and eight children to mourn her loss...Mama’sbody was laid to rest at Haw Creek cemetery, funeral services being conductedby Rev. V.K. Vaughan...
She was sick for a year...She was feeble for two years, but able to goto meeting some. She was a member of Haw Creek Church and always went aslong as she was able.
Benefield, Martha
The Forsyth County News, March 23, 1917
In loving memory of Miss Martha Benefield, who departed this life September15, 1916. She was laid to rest in Dunkins Creek cemetery Saturday September16. She leaves a father, mother, four brothers and three sisters to mournher loss...
Bennett, B. F.
The Forsyth County News, May 9, 1929
Mr. B.F. Bennett died at his home in Gainesville Wednesday after a longillness.
Mr. Bennett was raised in Forsyth County and is well known here, beingthe father of Mrs. Roy P. Otwell.
Up to the time of going to press, we have been unable to learn as tofuneral arrangements...
Bennett, Mrs. B. F.
The North Georgian, June 8, 1923
Mrs. B.F. Bennett, age 59, died at her home in Gainesville last Saturdaynight, after a short illness. The funeral was held at the residence Tuesday,conducted by Rev. E.F. Campbell. Mrs. Bennett is survived by her husbandand five children: Miss Ruth Bennett, Mr. Garland Bennett, Mrs. Grace Sudderth,Mrs. R.P. Otwell, and Mrs. Myrtle Hill. The North Georgian extendssympathy...
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The Forsyth County News, June 14, 1923
Mrs. Eugenia Bennett, wife of Mr. B.F. Bennett, died at her home on SycamoreStreet Sunday night at 11:45 o’clock at the age of 57 years...
The funeral services were held at the home Tuesday morning at 11o’clock, conducted by her pastor, Rev. E.F. Campbell, after which herremains were laid to rest in Alta Vista cemetery.
[In addition to husband and children, she is survived by] four brothers,George P. and Fred Estes of this city [Gainesville], J.W. Estes, Sr. of St.Augustine, Florida, and E.F. Estes of Jacksonville, Florida; two sisters,Mrs. J.J. Brown, Hastings, Florida and Mrs. C.C. Reid of Cordele...
Gainesville Herald
Bennett, Mrs. Ike
The North Georgian, June 24, 1921
Mrs. Ike Bennett died at her home in Buford last Friday and her remainswere brought back to Coal Mountain for burial on Saturday. We extend sympathyto the family.
Beshers, Madaline
Forsyth County News, October 19, 1917
On Monday night at 11:15 o’clock, the angels from the portals ofheaven came and bore the spirit of Miss Madaline Beshers thru the balmy breezesinto the Paradise of God.
She had been a great sufferer for some time and her death was notunexpected.
...Her soul has joined the angelic choir on the other side and is singingpraises to the God whom she served so faithfully during her short sojournof 18 years here on earth.
Her body was laid to rest in Cumming cemetery Tuesday afternoon in aconcourse of sorrowing relatives and friends, the funeral being conductedby Rev. J.W. Gober.
Bird, Mr. ________
The Forsyth County News, August 21, 1924
Mr. _____ Bird died at his home near Mt. Tabor one day this week andhis remains were laid to rest at Concord. We extend sympathy...
Blackstock, Ethel
The Forsyth County News, January 12, 1922
Mrs. Ethel Blackstock, daughter of Rev. J.J. Banister, died at her homein Oklahoma, Tuesday, and her body will be shipped here Friday for funeraland interment, which will be at Concord next Monday. Rev. Banister’smany friends will sympathize with him in the death of his daughter.
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The Forsyth County News, January 19, 1922
The body of Mrs. Ethel Blackstock arrived here Saturday and was laidto rest at Concord Monday, the services being conducted by Rev. W.R. Lackey,her pastor in Oklahoma, and Rev. J.R. Stone.
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Letter from Mrs. T.N. King of Drumright, Okla. to Rev. J.J.Banister
Dear Mr. Bannister: I write to express my heartfelt sympathy to you inthe loss of your daughter, Mrs. Ethel Blackstock. She was my sister in theorder of the Eastern Star and my dear friend...Her life was one we wouldall do well to pattern after...
[Born March 11, 1888, died January 10, 1922]
Blackstock, J. W.
The Forsyth County News, March 3, 1921
In loving memory of our dear father, J.W. Blackstock, born February 24,1857, died October 29, 1920, being 63 years old. He was laid to rest in HawCreek cemetery, Revs. Anderson and Thompson conducting the funeral service.He joined the Baptist church at Island Ford and lived up to his promise eversince. He leaves a wife, six children, and a host of other relatives andfriends...
Written by his heart-broken daughter, Ethel Bagley.
Blackstock, W.H.
The Forsyth County News, May 10, 1923
Mr. W.H. Blackstock of Atlanta, formerly a citizen of our town, diedat his home in that city Saturday. He is survived by his wife, six daughters,and a large number of other relatives...
Blanton, Mrs. C. C.
The Forsyth County News, April 22, 1922
Mrs. C.C. Blanton died at her home in Chamblee Thursday of last week,and her remains were brought to Concord for funeral and interment Friday.She was a former resident of this county, and has scores of friends who willbe pained to learn of her death.
She is survived by her husband, several children, and a host of otherrelatives.
[Minnie Blanton, born December 3, 1885, died April 22, 1922]
Blanton, J. J.
The Forsyth County News, April 20, 1922
Mr. J.J. Blanton died at his home near Mat last Saturday morning andhis body was laid to rest at Concord Sunday, after funeral services conductedby Revs. Thompson and Wallis. He was about 75 years old, an excellent citizen,and is survived by a wife, several children, and a host of otherrelatives...
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The Forsyth County News, May 4, 1922
Card of Thanks. We wish to thank our neighbors and friends for the manyacts of kindness and assistance shown us during the sickness and death ofour dear father, J.J. Blanton, who died April 14 and was laid to rest atConcord the 16th of April...
His heart-broken daughters, Mrs. I.T. Harris and Mrs. Jack Williams
[Born February 4, 1850]
Bobo, Augustus
The Forsyth County News, May 12, 1921
These lines are written in memory of a friend, Augustus Bobo, who departedthis life in the bloom of youth, being about 21 years of age. Dr. Hunterpronounced it paralysis of the brain as the cause of his death. Gus diedSaturday, February 5 after being sick for a very short time. He never spokeafter being taken.
Mr. and Mrs. Bobo...wish to thank the people of Forsyth and Milton countieswho ministered to them in their sad hour...
Written by a friend, W.D. Sullivan
Boles, Mrs.
The Forsyth County News, May 25, 1917
Mrs. _______ Boles died at the home of her son, Mr. J.H. Boles, one daylast week, and her remains were laid to rest at Sharon.
She is survived by several children and a number of other relatives.
Boling, D.W.
The Forsyth County News, October 6, 1914
Mr. D.W. Boling of Midway, on Route 7, passed away at his home Wednesdaymorning after a brief illness with pneumonia.
Mr. Boling was a good citizen and a consecrated member of the Baptistchurch at Bethlehem. His death came as a surprise to everyone as he had beenin the best of health and was in Cumming one day last week.
He is survived by a number of children, a wife, and many relatives whowill mourn his loss.
Interment was at Friendship Thursday, the funeral being conducted bythe pastor, Rev. R.H. Thompson.
[Daniel W. Boling, born March 12, 1857]
Boling, Gordon
The Forsyth County News, March 2, 1922
On Monday, December 12, death claimed Gordon, the loving son of Mr. andMrs. Boling of near Sheltonville, Georgia. He was sick about three weekswith fever. Gordon leaves a father, two sisters, and one brother...Gordonwas only 20 years old.
He professed a hope in Christ and joined the Baptist church in 1916.
The funeral was held at New Harmony Church, the service being conductedby Rev. Cochran.
Bond, J. L.
The Forsyth County News, December 14, 1917
Mr. J.L. Bond died at his residence on Route 6 Monday, and his remainswere laid to rest in the Brannon cemetery Tuesday. We extend sympathy tothe bereaved.
[Born March 18, 1944, died December 10, 1917]
Bone, Mrs. Hardeman
The North Georgia Baptist, February 1, 1901
After several days of illness Mrs. Hardeman Bone died Thursday, January14, and was laid to rest Saturday at Sharon cemetery.
Booth, Douglas
The Forsyth County News, February 24, 1921
Tuesday’s Atlanta Journal carried an announcement that Douglas Booth,son of Prof. A.E. Booth of Cumming, was killed in Haiti recently. This willbe sad news to the boys and girls here who were his school mates in the yearsago.
Bottoms, A.C.
The Forsyth County News, September 11, 1924
Mr. A.C. Bottoms died at a hospital in Gainesville last Saturday afteran operation, and his body was brought to his home and laid to rest in ZionHill cemetery, the funeral services being conducted by Revs. Wyatt and Thompson.He is survived by his wife, several children, and a host of otherrelatives...
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The Forsyth County News, November 6, 1924
...On the 5th day of September, 1924, father was called to the greatbeyond...
He was 73 years, four months, and five days...
He was laid to rest at Zion Hill cemetery, the funeral services beingconducted by Rev. J.L. Wyatt and Rev. R.H. Thompson.
He leaves a wife and eleven children to mourn his loss.
Written by his daughter-in-law, Sallie Banister Bottoms
[Born April 30, 1851, died September 5, 1924]
Boyd, G. M.
The Forsyth County News, May 10, 1923
Rome, Georgia. May 5.---Many Rome friends of G.M. Boyd, 78, who diedThursday at his home at Adairsville, attended the funeral there Saturdaymorning at 10:30 o’clock. Mr. Boyd was one of the most prominent businessmenin Gordon County, and formerly was in business in Rome. He was a staunchmember of the Methodist church.
Mr. Boyd is survived by three sons: Willis M., G.M., Jr., and __________.He was the father of Col. Carl Boyd, who died in France...Atlanta Journal.
Mr. Boyd was reared in this county, was a brother of Mr. W.E. Boyd, andhas scores of friends here who will regret to learn of his death.
Brady, J. L.
The Forsyth County News, June 20, 1924
Mr. J.L. Brady died at the home of Mr. Goley Hooper in Atlanta one daylast week, and his remains were brought to Bethlehem for funeral and interment.He was a good citizen, a Christian gentleman, and is survived by severalchildren and a host of other relatives...
[Born July 14, 1860, died June 19, 1924]
Bramblett, Edna Grace
The Forsyth County News, February 28, 1918
Edna Grace, the nine-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edd Bramblettof Route 2, died last Wednesday morning, and her remains were laid to restat Friendship Thursday, Revs. Anderson and Forrist conducting the funeralservices.
Bramblett, Mrs. J. A.
The Forsyth County News, January 12, 1922
Mrs. J.A. Bramblett died at her home on Route 2 one day last week, andher remains were laid to rest at Friendship, Rev. Forrist conducting thefuneral. She was 73 years old and is survived by her husband, several children,and a host of other relatives and friends...
[Armende, born December 18, 1848, died January 4, 1922]
Bramblett, Dr. Thad
The Forsyth County News, October 30, 1924
Dr. Thad Bramblett of Pocasset, Oklahoma, a former Forsyth County boywho had hundreds of friends here, was killed in an automobile accident athis home last Saturday. Thad Bramblett was a mighty good citizen when helived in this county, has several brothers and sisters here and in the stateand scores of friends...
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The Forsyth County News, November 13, 1924
The following article in the paper published in Oklahoma will be readwith interest by the people here, where Dr. Bramblett was born and reared.
...Joel Thaddeus Bramblett was born August 3, 1889 at Cumming, Georgia.At the age of 14, he united with the Friendship Baptist Church at that place.He was married to Miss Harriet Naomi Sams, September 30, 1909. He attendedthe Georgia Eclectic College of Medicine and Surgery and was graduated April11, 1911. He came to Oklahoma in 1918, located at Norman, removed to Amber,Oklahoma in 1919 and to Pocasset in 1922 and here it was that he was calledbeyond by a car accident, hurrying from Mineo where he had been to sign somelife insurance papers, to fill some hurried calls awaiting him at home. Hedied October 24, 1924 at the age of 35 years, two months, 2 days. He leavesa wife, two children, Edith and Willis, two sisters, Mrs. Nora Holbrook ofFlorida and Mrs. Nettie Heard of Cumming, Georgia, and four brothers, Dr.R.H. and Truman of Cumming, Georgia, Corbett of Norman, and Dr. Jim ofVerden...
...His father was a doctor and he also has two doctor brothers. Dr. Jimof Verden will take up his brother’s extensive practice here, so asto be near the dear wife and children in their hour of bereavement, althoughhe regrets having to leave Verden...
Brannon, Child of Mr. and Mrs. S.C.
The Forsyth County News, September 27, 1923
A little child of Mr. and Mrs. S.C. Brannon died at the home on Route6 one day last week, and its little body was laid to rest at Pleasant View,Rev. Filmore Samples conducting the services. Se extend sympathy...
Brannon, Warren
The North Georgian, April 14, 1922
Mr. Warren Brannon, aged 26 years, son of Mr. and Mrs. C.J. Brannon ofCumming, died at Lincoln, Nebraska Saturday. The body will reach Cummingtoday (Thursday) and, after funeral services, conducted by Dr. Ridley ofAtlanta, will be buried in the cemetery here to await the great resurrection.Besides his wife, he leaves father, mother, four sisters, one brother anda large number of other relatives...
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The Forsyth County News, April 13, 1922
Mr. Warren Brannon died at Lincoln, Nebraska last Saturday night, andhis remains were brought to Cumming for funeral and interment today (Thursday).The body was laid to rest with military honors in the cemetery here, thefuneral services being conducted by Rev. C.A. Ridley of Atlanta. Warren wasa son of Mr. and Mrs. C.J. Brannon and is survived by his wife, his parents,one brother, four sisters, and a host of other relatives...
Brice, Thomas J.
The Forsyth County News, January 19, 1922
Mr. Thomas J. Brice, father of Dr. George P. Brice, died at his homein Dawson County Tuesday, and his body was laid to rest with Masonic honorsat Liberty Wednesday, Rev. J.T. Robinson conducting the services. Mr. Bricewas 86 years of age and is survived by several children and a host of otherrelatives...
Brown, P.D.
The Forsyth County News, December 1, 1921
Mr. P.D. Brown, one of the county’s most popular citizens, diedat his home in Cumming last Friday morning, after an illness of about a week,and his body was laid to rest in Cumming cemetery Saturday with Masonic honors,Revs. C.T. Brown and L.A. Henderson conducting the services. He was about65 years of age and is survived by his wife and several children...
[Perry D. Brown, born October 17, 1849, died November 25, 1921]
Brown, Mrs. P.D.
The Forsyth County News, May 11, 1917
In Memory. Mrs. Addie R. Brown, wife of P.D. Brown, died Saturday morningat 5 o’clock Apr. 21, 1917 at the age of 65 years. Just as the dawnof morn appeared, our dear mother’s soul was added to the heavenly band.She had been a great sufferer a number of years and more especially for thepast year...
Her funeral was conducted from Cumming Baptist Church Sunday morningby Rev. Robert Thompson. Her remains were laid to rest in the Cumming Cemeteryto await the coming of Christ.
Besides her husband, she leaves eight children as follows: Mr. W.S. Brownof Denver, Colorado; Mrs. E.R. Barrett of Gainesville; Mrs. Wiley Bensonof Flowery Branch; Mrs. N.B. Nuckolls, Mrs. F.P. Barrett, Mr. Berrien D.,Claude L., and Miss Mamie Brown of Cumming.
[Rhoda Adeline Brown, born November 3, 1851]
Brown, Roseanne
The Forsyth County News, October 25, 1923
In loving memory of my dear sister, Roseanne Brown, who departed thislife February 26, 1923. She was in bad health for many years. She joinedthe Baptist church when quite young...
Bruton, Alberry
The North Georgian, May 27, 1904
Alberry Bruton departed this life April 15, 1904, at the age of 86 years.He joined the Baptist church at Mount Tabor soon after the Confederate war,and in his quiet Christian life and excellent character exerted a blessedinfluence for good upon all his friends and acquaintances...
His sickness was of long duration, but was borne with remarkable patiencethroughout his suffering.
Eli S. Sherrill, J. Linton Heard, Committee.
Buice, J.C.
The Forsyth County News, June 1, 1922
In the death of Esq. J.C. Buice, who died at his home near Sharon lastFriday, Forsyth County lost one of its best citizens. His remains were laidto rest at Sharon on Saturday, the funeral services being conducted by Rev.R.H. Thompson. Mr. Buice was 53 years of age, and is survived by his wife,three children, and a host of other relatives...
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The Forsyth County News, June 21, 1923
In loving memory. On the 25th day of May, 1922...the Lord...took ...adear father, James Cornelious Buice, age 53 years, nine moths and 27 days.He was born July 28, 1868, and was married to Maronia Gilbert, December 10,1893. The Lord blessed them with three daughters...He joined Sharon BaptistChurch in his boyhood days and was ordained a deacon of this church in 1905...Hewas laid to rest at Sharon May 27, 1922, Revs. R.H. Thompson and D.M. Nalleyconducting the funeral services....
Dear father was not well for 18 long months...
Mrs. J.C. Buice.
Buice, Mrs. J.C.
The Forsyth County News, April 15, 1926
Mrs. J.C. Buice died at her home in Atlanta Saturday and her remainswere brought to Sharon for funeral and interment Sunday. She is survivedby two children and a host of other relatives and friends...
[Marona L. Buice, born June 14, 1873, died March 27, 1926]
Buice, J. Marvin
The Forsyth County News, November 4, 1937
J. Marvin Buice, 36, died last Saturday. An educator and leader of theBuice Brothers Quartet, he served last year as principal of the KennesawHigh School. A native of Forsyth County, he was active in musical and culturalactivities of the section.
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A wave of sadness of the wide-spread variety was cast over Cumming andForsyth County when the word was passed from mouth to mouth that the icyhand of death was laid at the vitals of J. Marvin Buice, who was 36 yearsold, on Saturday night, October 30, about 9:30 o’clock.
Mr. Buice was well-known in this section of Georgia. He was the typeof man who numbered his friends by his acquaintances, for to know him wasto love him. Mr. Buice had lived practically all his life in the Sharon communityof Forsyth County and was known all over the state as the leader of the BuiceBrothers Quartet, also as an educator. He was principal of the Kennesaw HighSchool at the time of his death.
Impressive funeral services were held for Mr. Buice on Monday, November1 at Sharon Baptist Church, where hundreds of sorrowing relatives and friendsassembled to pay the last tribute of respect to one they had known and loved.The large profusion of flowers further attested the love and esteem in whichthe deceased was held. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Henry Warren,Rev. C.A. Vaughan, and Rev. Grady Gerrard. Ingram-Moore were in charge ofthe funeral services.
Mr. Buice was survived by his mother, Mrs. R.G. Buice, and the followingbrothers and sisters: George W. Buice, Clermont; R. Lee Buice, Duluth; Mrs.H.J. Light, Flowery Branch; Carl Buice, Buford; Paul Buice, Suwanee; LutherBuice, Winder; E.E. Buice, Cumming; H.S. Buice, Buford; Noah Buice, Barnesville;Abraham Buice, Rochelle; Mrs. C.E. Stonecypher, Rochelle; J.E.S. Buice,Buford.
[Born August 19, 1901, died October 30, 1937]
Buice, Daughter of N.S.
The Forsyth County News, June 8, 1922
A young daughter of Mr. N.S. Buice of Barnesville, formerly of this countydied at their home last week and her body was brought to Sharon for funeraland interment. We extend sympathy...
Buice, Ora
The Forsyth County News, August 21, 1924
Miss Ora Buice, daughter of Mrs. W.C. Buice, died at her home last Saturdayand her remains were laid to rest at Sharon Sunday. We extend sympathy...
Buice, Mrs. S.C.
The North Georgian, April 14, 1922
Mrs. S.C. Buice, formerly known as Miss Mattie Hyde, died at her homein Alpharetta last Sunday morning, after an illness of about three weeks.She had reached the age of 45 years. She is survived by her husband and threebrothers: Mr. Ed Hyde of Chamblee; Mr. Homer Hyde of Marietta; and Mr. OscarHyde of Cumming. Funeral services were held at Big Creek Monday, being conductedby Rev. T.P. Tribble...
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The Forsyth County News, April 13, 1922
Mrs. Sherod Buice, nee Miss Mattie Hyde, formerly of Cumming, died ather home in Alpharetta Sunday and her remains were laid to rest at Big Creekcemetery near Ocee Monday, Rev. T.P. Tribble, conducting the funeralservices.
Burge, W.F.
The Forsyth County News, September 27, 1923
The many friends in this county of Mr. W.F. Burge of Alpharetta willbe pained to learn of his death, which occurred Friday.
Byers, Alex
The Forsyth County News, May 10, 1923
Mr. Alex Byers died at the home of his brother, Mr. J.B. Byers, on Route8 Sunday, and his remains were laid to rest at Zion Hill Tuesday, after funeralservices conducted by Rev. R.J. Stone. He is survived by several brothersand a host of other relatives...
Byers, George
The Forsyth County News, March 17, 1927
Funeral services for Mr. George Byers, who died in the hospital at CantonSunday, March 13, were held at Friendship Tuesday following. His death havingoccurred after an attack of appendicitis. Mr. Byers was 43 years of age andis survived by his wife and two children, a father, mother, three brothers,one sister, and a host of other relatives to whom we extend sympathy. Theservices being conducted by Revs. J.L. Wyatt and J.M. Anderson.
[George W. Byers, born August 20, 1883, died March 13, 1927]
Cagle, Margaret
The Forsyth County News, May 6, 1926
In loving memory of our dear wife and sister, who departed this lifeDecember 20, 1925. She was 19 years, two months, and 21 days when the Lordcalled her home to rest. Her remains were laid to rest at [upper] Shady Grovecemetery. She leaves a husband, baby, one brother, one sister, and a hostof other relatives...
Margaret joined the Baptist church at Shady Grove when quite young...Italmost breaks our hearts to think the darling baby is left without amother...
Written by her heart-broken husband and sister, Albert Cagle and EthelMae Bennett.
Cantrell, Joseph William Lumpkin
Unidentified newspaper, date
Monday Morning, Aug. 16. At ten minutes to eight o’clock this morningthe redeemed spirit of our brother, Joseph William Lumpkin Cantrell, wasfreed from its emaciated temple of clay.
He was baptized into the membership of Liberty Church in March, 1899.He was liberated to exercise his gift in public, November, 1891. He was licensedto preach November, 1892.
He was born March 27, 1857, and was married to Sarah Jane Hulsey on thefourth Sunday in August, 1872 by John E. Roberts, Esq. of Dawson County.His wife and four daughters survive him...
For several years he has been afflicted with lung trouble, ending inconsumption. Over two months he was confined to his bed, a constantsufferer...
Minnie A. Julian
Cantrell, Thomas B.
The Forsyth County News, June 14, 1923
In memory of our father. On the 7th day of September, 1922, the all-wiseFather saw fit to take from our midst our dear father, Thomas B.Cantrell...
Father was born April 4, 1856. He lived in Forsyth County. He marriedmy mother, Miss Nannie Elrod, and 13 children were born to them and all [are]living except one...
Father was a member of Silver Shoals Baptist Church and lived a Christianlife. He was 67 years, three months, and 17 days old when he died...
His remains were laid to rest at Salem cemetery in the presence of alarge crowd of sorrowing relatives and friends, Rev. L.C. Watson conductingthe funeral services.
Written by two of his daughters, Mrs. W.B. Crow, Mrs. C.A. Bennett
Carter, W.J.
The Forsyth County News, July 19, 1923
Mr. William Carter, former citizen of this county, died at his home inAtlanta last Sunday night at 2 o’clock after an illness of some time.He suffered a stroke of paralysis from which he never revived. He leavesa wife and three children as well as a large number of other relatives andfriends. He was brought to Holbrook Campground Monday for funeral andinterment...
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The Forsyth County News, October 25, 1923
In loving memory of W.J. Carter...In Atlanta, Georgia, on July 15th,as the sun was sinking fast, God saw fit to move from us a soul that wasbuddied on earth to bloom in heaven. Sleep on, Bill, and take your rest...
P.M. Holbrook, Maysville, Georgia
Castleberry, Bud
The North Georgian, September 23, 1921
Mr. Bud Castleberry died at his home near Brandywine Thursday of lastweek, aged 69 years. He was buried at Mars Hill on Thursday, after funeralservices conducted by Rev. Henry Kelly. We extend sympathy to the bereavedfamily.
[J.H. Castleberry, born July 7, 1851, died September 15, 1921]
Castleberry, Ceph
The Forsyth County News, November 11, 1918
Mr. Ceph Castleberry, son of Mr. J.H. Castleberry of Route 3, died athis home in Atlanta one day last week, and his remains were interred there.He has scores of boyhood friends in this county who will regret to hear ofhis death.
Castleberry, David
The North Georgian, November 13, 1903
Mr. David Castleberry, a highly respected citizen, died at his home nearPleasant Monday morning last. He was about 72 years old and leaves a wifeand one unmarried daughter, several married children, and a host of otherrelatives and friends to mourn his death. He was buried Tuesday at CoalMountain.
Castleberry, Irene
The Forsyth County News, February 14, 1924
In loving memory of little Irene Castleberry. On January 7, 1924, thedeath angel visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. Dock Castleberry and took fromthem their darling Irene, the one we loved so dearly.
Her sweet little body was laid to rest at Shady Grove cemetery, the servicesbeing conducted by Revs. Glore or Atlanta and R.H. Thompson.
Little Irene was three years, nine months, and nine days old when theLord called her home. She was sick a short while...
Castleberry, J.C.
The Forsyth County News, November 8, 1918
Mr. J. C. Castleberry, former citizen of Dallas and Forsyth County, diedat the home of his father-in-law, Mr. W. R. Griffin, last Sunday morningat 3 o’clock.
Mr. Castleberry was employed in the government service at Camp McClellannear Anniston, Alabama, when he contracted the Spanish influenza. It wasfirst thought that he only had a cold and last Sunday came to Dallas forthe purpose of carrying his family back to Anniston with him.
As soon as he arrived...he took to his bed and grew rapidly worse untilSunday morning when he died...
Rev. Thomas M. Elliott conducted the funeral ceremonies which were heldat the home of Mr. Griffin and the interment took place at the cemeteryhere.
He is survived by his wife, who was formerly Miss Maude Griffin of thisplace, and four small children.
Castleberry, James H.
The Forsyth County News, September 22, 1921
Mr. J.H. Castleberry died at his home on Route 3 last Thursday eveningand his body was laid to rest at Mars Hill on Friday after funeral servicesconducted by Rev. H.D. Kelly.
Mr. Castleberry was about 69 years of age, a highly respected citizen,a Christian gentleman, and will be greatly missed by the people of hiscommunity.
He is survived by his wife, several children, and a host of other relativesand friends to whom we extend sympathy.
[Born July 7, 1851, died September 15, 1921]
Chadwick, Noah
The Forsyth County News, October 5, 1922
In loving memory of my dear uncle, Noah Chadwick, who left this old worldof grief and pain to a better place not made with hands. He was the son ofMr. and Mrs. W.H. Chadwick. He was 28 years of age when the good Lord calledhim home to rest. On the 13th of June, 1922, the sad news reached us hedrowned...
Uncle Noah was a good boy and I was always glad to see him coming. Heprofessed a hope in Christ when quite young and lived a true Christianlife...
Uncle Noah was laid to rest at the Friendship cemetery to wait the secondcoming of Christ.
[Noah H. Chadwick, born March 5, 1894, died June 13, 1922]
Chastain, I.E.
The Forsyth County News, November 20, 1924
Mr. I.E. Chastain, formerly of this county, died recently at the homeof Mr. R.P. Stovall in Gainesville. He is survived by a number ofrelatives...
Chester, Irene
The Forsyth County News, December 1, 1921
On the 15th night of September, 1921, the death angel visited the homeof Mr. and Mrs. T.J. Chester and carried away their darling little girl,Irene. She was only four years, 10 months, and 14 days old at the time ofher death. He little body was laid to rest at Friendship cemetery, September16, after funeral services being conducted by Rev. Stone.
She leaves a father, mother, one brother, one sister, and a host ofrelatives...
Christopher, M.W.
The Forsyth County News, December 8, 1921
In loving memory of Bro. M.W. Christopher, who departed this life May30, 1921. If he had lived until the 18th of October, he would have been 74years old. His remains were laid to rest at Cross Plains cemetery; Rev. V.K.Vaughn conducted the funeral services. He leaves a wife and three boys andone girl besides a host of relatives to mourn his loss...
Chumbler, Mary Ann
The Forsyth County News, January 18, 1923
Mrs. Mary Ann Chumbler, 90 years of age, died at her home on Route 5Monday and her remains were laid to rest at Shady Grove Tuesday. She is survivedby several children and a host of other relatives and friends...
Clay, Herbert
The Forsyth County News, June 28, 1923
The many friends of Herbert Clay of Marietta regret very much to learnof his death which occurred last Friday. His remains were laid to rest atMarietta Sunday in the presence of a large concourse of sorrowingfriends...
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The North Georgian, June 29, 1923
Mr. Herbert Clay, aged 41 years, President of the Georgia State Senate,and at one time Solicitor of the Blue Ridge Circuit, died suddenly at theWilmot Hotel in Atlanta last Friday morning at one o’clock.
Funeral services were held at Marietta Sunday evening at 3 o’clock,The Rev. B.F. Frazier and the Rev. R.C. Cleckler officiating.
Clayton, Alfonso
The North Georgian, April 15, 1910
Alfonso Clayton died at his home near Mat, Forsyth County, Georgia March14, and was buried at Zion Hill Church March 20th.
A large concourse of people in attendance, services were conducted byRevs. C.A. Wallace and L.H. Burgess...
Fansy, as he was commonly called, was born March 1, 1890, and professeda hope in Christ about the age of 11 years old, and shortly afterwards attachedhimself to the Baptist church and lived a very quiet and ordinary life untilhis death. He had been a sufferer for three years of that dreaded disease,consumption...
[J. Alfonso Clayton, son of Jesse and Roxie, born March 1, 1890, diedMarch 19, 1910]
Clement, George A.
The North Georgian, June 29, 1923
Mr. George A. Clement, aged 77 years, Confederate Veteran, and a formerRepresentative of Gwinnett County, died at his home near Norcross last Sunday,and was buried Monday at Mount Carmel, Rev. J.J. Blanks conducting the funeral.He was an uncle of Messrs. Steve and Candler Clement of Big Creek.
Clement, Jesse N.
The North Georgian, June 1, 1917
Born December 20, 1840, died January 14, 1916. Married Miss Octavia Hutchinsthe 8th day of December, 1860, daughter of Wylie B. and Sarah Ann Hutchens,he being the son of Stephen and Mary Clement, all of Big Creek.
Brother Jesse joined Sharon Church September 25, 1875, baptized by Rev.Fred Hawkins, Pastor of Sharon Church...His straight forward life and honestywon for him the place of County Treasurer of Forsyth County, which officehe held for 18 years, serving the county to the very best of his ability.
At the age of 21, he joined the army, was a member of Co. I, 43rd &A. Regt., went into camp above Marietta at Big Shanty. Organized the 43rdGa. Capt. Skid Harris elected Colonel Hiram P. Bell, Lt. Col. and H.C. Kellogg,Major; was with the Regt. all through the war---was with them through Georgia,Tennessee, Kentucky, Mississippi, and back through these states. At BattleofResaca, Georgia, his brother, Lewis L. Clement, was killed and on down toAtlanta, Georgia, he lost his left foot, shot off above the ankle, and theright foot almost severed by the same ball. Was taken prisoner on the battlefieldand carried back to Camp Dougla(t?), where he was held a prisoner until theend of the war the next spring, his parents and family mourning him as dead.His home coming was like one risen from the dead...
Written by his sister, M.C. Buice...Birmingham, Alabama, by request ofhis daughter, Sallie Clement.
Copeland, Jack
The Forsyth County News, April 19, 1923
In loving memory of my dear friend, Uncle Jack Copeland, who departedthis life Feb. 3, 1923, he being in his 66th year at the time of his death.
He was sick only a very short time, paralysis being the cause of hisdeath. He left a wife, an aged mother, and six children...Uncle Jack wasborn in Milton County, but for the last several years of his life his homewas in Fulton County near Camp Gordon, where he did fruit, vegetable, andchicken business.
He joined the Baptist church when quite young and later became a memberof the Methodist church...
Uncle Jack was married at the age of 19 to Miss Emily Isabella McGulliento which union was blessed with several children, six of which are now living,their names being as follows: Warren C. of Sycamore, Georgia; Samuel A. ofBuckhead, Georgia; Obediah B. of Chamblee, Georgia. The daughters are: MaryEliza Blackburn, Georgia Farmer, and Winnie Wood.
Couch, Son of Mr. and Mrs. Claud
The Forsyth County News, January 18, 1923
A little eight-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Claud Couch died at theirhome in Atlanta Tuesday, and its remains were brought to Ebenezer for funeraland interment Wednesday. We extend sympathy...
Cox, Georgian
The Forsyth County News, July 10, 1924
In loving memory of Georgian Cox. On May 11, 1924, the death angel visitedthe home and took our dear grandmother...
She was about 77 years of age when God saw fit to take her out of hersuffering and trouble...She leaves to mourn her loss seven children, threegirls and four boys, and three sisters and one brother and a host ofgrandchildren and great-grandchildren...
She was laid to rest at New Harmony, funeral services being conductedby Revs. Anderson, Mangum, Wallis, and Miller...
Written by her granddaughter that loved her, Ardeltha Cox.
[Georgia Ann Cox, born May 16, 1847, died May 11, 1924]
Cox, John P.
The Forsyth County News, May 9, 1929
Mr. John P. Cox, aged 71, died at his home near Mat Sunday, and his bodywas laid to rest Monday at Concord, Revs. Wallace and Henderson conductingthe services. the News extends sympathy...
Cross, Samuel G.
The Forsyth County News, November 29, 1923
Mr. Samuel G. Cross died at his home in Cumming last Saturday night,and his remains were laid to rest at Boiling Springs in Milton County Sunday,after funeral services conducted by Rev. B.A. Smith...He is survived by hiswife, ten children, and a number of other relatives...
Crow, Grover
The Forsyth County News, August 2, 1923
Judge Hunt, Grover Crow and Will McKinney formerly of this county wereall killed in an automobile accident one mile below Flowery Branch last Saturdayafternoon. McKinney was buried at Bethel Sunday and Grover Crow on Monday,Rev. R.H. Thompson conducting both funerals. We extend sympathy...
[G.C. Crow, born March 1, 1891, died July 28, 1923]
Crow, Jason
The Forsyth County News, September 27, 1923
To the Honorable President and Members of the North Georgia MusicalConvention: We your committee, appointed to prepare a suitable memorial uponthe life and character of Brother Jason Crow...
He was twice President of our Convention, which position he heldfaithfully...
He was a son of J.H. Crow, who resided in Forsyth County and who longsince passed to his reward...
Respectfully submitted, W.T. Crow, B.H. Propes, J.A. Bagwell
Crow, Note
The Forsyth County News, January 4, 1923
Miss Note Crow of Candler died last week, and the body brought to PleasantGrove for interment. The relatives all have our deepest sympathy...
[Born July 22, 1866, died December 28, 1922]
Crow, Permelia
The Forsyth County News, September 22, 1921
It is with sadness we announce the death of Mrs. S.M. Crow, who departedthis life March 9, 1921. She was in her 63rd year. The funeral services wereattended by a large concourse of people conducted by her pastor Rev. L.L.Bennett...The remains were interred in Salem cemetery to await the greatresurrection...
Crow, Mrs. S.M.
The Forsyth County News, March 17, 1921
Mrs. S.M. Crow died suddenly one night last week while seated at thesupper table. Mrs. Crow is survived by several children...
Crow, W.J.
The Forsyth County News, June 8, 1922
The body of Mr. W.J. Crow, who died on April 7 and was buried at SweetwaterChurch in Dawson County, will be taken up and removed to Salem cemetery onJune 20. All of the relatives are requested to attend, as well as any friendswho may wish to do so.
Daniel, W.W.
The Forsyth County News, May 8, 1924
Mr. W.W. Daniel died at his home in the upper part of the county lastThursday and his remains were laid to rest at Cross Roads Friday, Rev. H.O.Green conducting the services. He is survived by a wife, several children,and a host of other relatives...
[Born 1856, died 1924]
Davenport, Charles E.
The Forsyth County News, June 10, 1926
Mr. Charles E. Davenport, age about 61 years, died at his home in CummingMonday night after a lingering illness. The funeral services were held atthe Methodist church Wednesday afternoon, and were conducted by Rev. J.M.Tumlin of Lawrenceville. Interment in Cumming cemetery.
Among the surviving relatives are Mr. W.S. Davenport and Miss MardellEstes of Cumming, and Mrs. Adrian Davenport Pierce of East Point.
[Born September 18, 1865, died June 7, 1926]
Davis, Cicero
The Forsyth County News, May 17, 1921
Mr. Cicero Davis died at his home on Route 6 Monday night and his remainswere laid to rest at Haw Creek Wednesday after funeral services conductedby Rev. A. Wallace He is survived by his wife and a number of other relativesand friends to whom we extend our deepest sympathy.
[Born August 15, 1856]
Davis, Frances
The Forsyth County News, August 28, 1924
Much sorrow was felt over our town last Saturday night when it was announcedthat Mrs. Eli Davis had died suddenly at her home here while engaged in herhousehold duties...
She is survived by her husband and two children: Messrs. T.F. and J.N.Davis of Cumming and a host of other relatives and friends...
Her remains were laid to rest in Cumming cemetery Sunday afternoon, afterfuneral services at the Baptist church conducted by Rev. G.C. Light.
[Born 1850, died 1924]
Davis, Infant of Mr. and Mrs. J.N.
The Baptist Leader, March 5, 1897
The little two-year-old child of Mr. and Mrs. J.N. Davis died of diphtherialast Monday morning at 2 o’clock and was buried Monday evening at 4o’clock at Antioch cemetery. We sympathize with the bereaved ones.
Day, Child of Mr. and Mrs. Tom
The Forsyth County News, June 8, 1922
A little eighteen-month-old child of Mr. and Mrs. Tom Day of near towndied Wednesday, and its little body is being laid to rest in Cumming cemeterytoday. We extend sympathy...
Densmore, Elizza
The Forsyth County News, March 15, 1918
A tribute. It is not in line with custom that I pen these few lines inmemory of my dear mother whom death has lately claimed but because I oweto her a debt of love which can never be paid and, as she is beyond the reachof human aid, I can only speak of what I feel for her.
My mother, Elizza Densmore was 58 years of age at her death, December12, 1917. Her life was a life of simple faith. To her, religion was a livingpower, showing its strength in everyday life, manifesting itself in conducttoward family, friends...
[Born December 20, 1861, died December 12, 1917]
Densmore, Mrs. John
The Forsyth County News, December 21, 1917
Mrs. John Densmore died on last Wednesday and was buried at Midway Thursday.The bereaved have our sympathy.
Dickert, Mr. A.C.
The Forsyth County News, January 24, 1924
Mr. A.C. Dickert, age 88, died at his home Tuesday, and his remains werelaid to rest at Sharon Wednesday, after funeral services...He is survivedby a wife, several children, and a host of other relatives...
Dickert, Nellie
The Forsyth County News, December 21, 1921
In loving memory. On the morning of June 28, as the sun was shining brightand no clouds were in the sky, God in his infinite wisdom saw fit to visitthe home of our dear neighbors and take from them their loving little daughter,Nellie Dickert...
Nellie was born October 2, 1910 and died June 28, 1921. she was 10 years,three months, and four days old at the time of her death.
Nellie was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ben Dickert. Nellie leaves tomourn her loss, father, mother, one little brother, and many other relativesand friends...
She was sick five long months, first taking the fever from which shenever got well...
Dinsmore, Son of Bob
The Forsyth County News, April 13, 1922
A young son of Mr. Bob Dinsmore, who used to drive the mail from Orangeto this place was accidentally killed by officers in Cherokee County lastweek and his body was laid to rest at New Harmony...
Dinsmore, Herman
The Forsyth County News, August 27, 1920
The body of Mr. Herman Dinsmore, who was killed in France some monthsago, was brought to his father’s home this week and laid gently to restat Midway, after funeral services conducted by Rev. R.A. Roper.
A number of boys who went overseas from this county attended the funeralin uniform and paid their last tribute of respect to their departedcomrade.
While we regret the death of this young man, who sacrificed his lifefor his country, we rejoice in the fact that his body is laid beneath theshade of the trees around his old home where his parents and loved ones canmeet and strew flowers of love and friendship o’er his last restingplace.
[Born March 6, 1894, died September 25, 1918]
Dodd, John M.
The Forsyth County News, May 25, 1917
Mr. John M. Dodd died at his home three miles south of town last Saturday,and his remains were carried to Concord for funeral and interment Sunday,the services being conducted by Rev. E.J. Kelley.
Mr. Dodd was about 73 years f age, a Confederate veteran, and will begreatly missed by the people of his community.
[Born April 20, 1834, died May 19, 1917]
Dodd, Sam
The Forsyth County News, March 23, 1922
The many friends of Mr. Sam Dodd, formerly of this county, will be painedto learn of his death, which occurred at his home in Milton County last Friday.His remains were laid to rest at Bethany Saturday.
Dodd, W.J.
The Forsyth County News, August 12, 1926
Mr. W.J. Dodd, well known to the people of Forsyth County died last Wednesdaynight at Moultrie while on his regular trip as a traveling salesman and [was]brought to Cumming, his old home, for interment Friday afternoon, the funeralbeing conducted by Rev. T.P. Tribble. He was 59 years old and is survivedby his wife and three children, and hundreds of other relatives to whom weextend sympathy.
[William J. Dodd, born December 19, 1866, died August 4, 1926]
Dorsey, Mrs. H.C.
The Forsyth County News, May 31, 1923
Mrs. H.C. Dorsey, many years ago a citizen of Cumming, died at her homeat Ocee last week. She was very old and had scores of friends who sympathizewith the family...
Dowis, Mrs. W.C.
The Forsyth County News, May 12, 1927
Mrs. W.C. Dowis, age 52, died at her home in Duluth Monday. Funeral washeld from Duluth Baptist Church Tuesday afternoon, Rev. M.D. Reed, Pastor,officiating, assisted by Rev. F.T. Wills. Interment was in the family lotin Sunnyhill Cemetery.
Besides several other children, Mrs. Dowis is survived by Mrs. G.T. Huntof Cumming, and Rev. Solomon F. Dowis, Pastor of the Carlyle Avenue BaptistChurch, Louisville, Kentucky, and F.S. Dowis, cashier of the Bank ofSuwanee.
Dudley, Woodford
The Forsyth County News, June 21, 1923
In loving memory. On April 27, 1923, a beautiful life was ended whenGod in His infinite wisdom removed from our midst our beloved neighbor Mr.Woodford Dudley. He professed a hope in Christ when quite young....He wasnear 25 years old at the time of his death. He leaves a wife, three brothers,and two sisters, Mrs. Annie Thomas, Mrs. Lillie Freeman, Mr. Bob Dudley,and Mr. Birt Dudley and Mr. Farris Dudley. He has gone on to meet his darlingbabies and other loved ones that have gone on before...
Dunlap, A.R.
The Forsyth County News, March 21, 1919
Mr. A.R. Dunlap, age about 70 years, died suddenly while on his way toflowery Branch in a wagon last Friday morning. Heart trouble is supposedto be the immediate cause of his sudden death.
He was buried at Coal Mountain Saturday, Rev. C.A. Wallis conductingthe services.
Mr. Dunlap was an upright citizen and had been living in this countypractically all his life. He is survived by his wife and several childrento whom we extend our deepest sympathy in this hour of sorrow.
[Born January 19, 1851, died March 14, 1919]
Durham, Son of Earl
The North Georgian, February 5, 1909
The twelve-year-old son of Mr. Earl Durham died Wednesday night of lastweek of pneumonia. He was buried at Bethlehem Thursday, Rev. J.M. Andersonpreaching the funeral. We extend sympathy.
Eakes, Rev. Frank
The Forsyth County News, June 6, 1921
The people of the town and Forsyth County will be pained to learn ofthe death of Rev. Frank Eakes. He was born and reared in Cumming and waswell known over the state.
Eakes, Mrs. M.H.
The Forsyth County News, July 28, 1921
Mrs. M.H. Eakes was Miss Elmira Johnson, born March 10, 1844 in Cumming,Georgia. As the eldest daughter of a large family she spun and wove her wayto maturity. The daughter of a preacher, she married a preacher and boretwo preacher sons. As a circuit rider’s wife crossing the Blue Ridgein a gray buggy drawn by an old gray mule, she sat by her husband’sside holding a six-weeks-old baby in her lap. Snow covered the ground. Manyweekends she stayed alone with her babies from Thursday to Tuesday whileher husband attended to his 14 appointments,
Her health had failed for the last five years, but after November shewas unconscious most of the time, suffering very much but all the time sherepeated the scriptures...
And now though the body lies in West Hill cemetery by that of her husband,her soul is aloft and with the seraphs she herself is singing.---MadisonMadisonian, July 22, 1921.
Echols, James E.
The Forsyth County News, June 8, 1917
The funeral of Mr. James E. Echols, 67 years old, who died Friday nightat the residence, 45 East Georgia Avenue, will be held Sunday afternoon at3:30 o’clock at the Capitol Avenue Baptist Church. Interment in WestView. Mr. Echols is survived by his wife, three daughters, Mrs. A.A. Ford,Mrs. C.M. Green, and Mrs. P.C. Gillam, and nine sons, H.A., P.W., C.F., R.W.,W.H., H.B., L.C.C., L.E., and R.K. Echols.
Mr. Echols was a citizen of Forsyth County up to a few years ago andhas many relatives and friends in this county who will be pained to learnof his death.
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The Forsyth County News, August 10, 1917
In loving memory of our dear father, James E. Echols, who departed thislife June 1, 1917. He was 67 years, 7 months, and 25 days old, and leavesa wife and 12 children to mourn his loss...He joined the church upward of40 years ago and lived a true Christian life...
He was sick for only about three weeks and all was done for him thatcould be done by loving hands...
Written by his heart-broken son, Raleigh W. Echols.
Echols, Josephine
The Forsyth County News, March 23, 1917
In memory of our dear mother, Josephine Echols, who departed this lifeJanuary 5, 1917. She was born September 18, 1856, was 60 years, 3 monthsand 18 days of age when the Lord called her from this world of pain and woe.She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Moses Harris, was married to James S.Echols September 9, 1883. She joined the church at the age of 14 and liveda true Christian life until God said it is enough, come and abide with me.
Mother was sick about 18 months before she died. She suffered agonies,but bore her sufferings with patience. She was not heard to grumble orcomplain...
She leaves a husband, seven children, eight grandchildren, a mother,__ brothers, three sisters, and a host of other relatives and friends...
Written by her heart-broken daughter, Eugenia Green.
Echols, Mamie Kate
The Forsyth County News, March 23, 1917
In loving memory of Mamie Kate Echols, who on the 29th of December, 1916God saw fit to take from earth to Heaven. She was the sweet little daughterof Carter and Willie Echols. Just nine months old...
She leaves a father, mother, one brother and a host of other relativesto mourn her loss.
Edmondson, Polly
The North Georgian, June 1, 1917
Aunt Polly Edmondson, aged 84 years, died suddenly early Sunday morningat the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Edmondson, where she had been making herhome for some time. She was laid to rest in Cumming cemetery Sundayafternoon.
Edwards, J.B.
The Forsyth County News, March 16, 1922
Mr. J.B. Edwards died at his home at Ducktown Tuesday night, and hisremains were laid to rest at New Harmony today (Thursday). He is survivedby his wife and several children and a host of other relatives...
Edwards, Nellie
The North Georgian, July 13, 1917
Miss Nellie Edwards, aged 21 years, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. ClaytonEdwards, formerly of Cuba but now of Atlanta, died at a private sanitariumearly last Sunday morning, following an operation for appendicitis. She hadbeen ill for several months, but her death was quite unexpected and a severeshock to her relatives and friends. She was laid to rest Monday afternoon,the services at the cemetery being conducted by the Georgia Lodge of theOrder of the Eastern Star, of which she was a member. To the bereaved family,the North Georgian extends sympathy.
Elliott, Mary
The Baptist Leader, April 4, 1895
At the home of her son, W.D. Elliott, sister Mary Elliott [died] on the15th of March, 1865.
She was about 63 years old and was confined to her room about threeweeks.
...Her remains were interred at Liberty Church, Dawson County, on March16...Rev. George L. Barnwell conducted the funeral services. She had beena consistent member of the Baptist church about 40 years.
Ellis, Mrs. G.W.
The Forsyth County News, May 11, 1917
On Monday morning at her home on Route 2, about two miles from Jefferson,occurred the death of Mrs. G.W. Ellis. She had been in ill health for severalyears, but her death came suddenly from heart failure caused from complicationof troubles.
Mrs. Ellis was the daughter of the late Col. Bishop, one of the mostprominent citizens of Dawson County. She was about 50 years of age, was welleducated, refined, and a woman of intellectual attainments...
She leaves a husband, four sons, the eldest of whom is a member of the1917 graduating class of Martin Institute. Also a brother, Mr. H.C. Bishopof Gainesville, and three sisters, Mrs. C.L. Bryson of Jefferson, Mrs. Webbof Atlanta, and Miss Leila Bishop, a teacher in the Maysville High School.
The remains of Mrs. Ellis were laid to rest in Woodbine cemetery on Tuesdaymorning.---Jackson Herald
Mrs. Ellis was a former resident of this county and has many friendshere who will regret to learn of her death.
Ellis, Lemey
The Forsyth County News, August 29, 1919
In memoriam. On the morning of April 1, 1919, my dear husband answeredthe call to come up higher. Great indeed is the mystery of life and death.Lemey died of pneumonia. His suffering was great indeed but his durationwas only a few days. He was 40 years, 3 months, and 24 days old. His remainswere laid to rest in Ophir cemetery, funeral services being conducted byRev. Stone. He joined the Baptist church when quite young and lived a consistentand useful member until his death. It is sad to think of my dear husbandbeing with me and my five children no more on earth but it makes our heartsrejoice to know if we live as we should we can be with dear Lemey in a betterworld where there will be no sad parting but all will be happiness throughouteternity...
Written be his heartbroken wife, Nancy Ellis.
Estes, Harriet
The Forsyth County News, May 12, 1927
Mrs. Harriet Estes, aged 83, was burned to death Wednesday night at herhome near town. She was living alone and sometime during the night the housecaught fire and before anyone discovered the blaze it was too late to saveMrs. Estes from being burned to death.
Estes, Infant of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas H.
The Forsyth County News, June 8, 1917
The little twenty-month-old infant of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas H. Estes ofRoute 7 died at the home of its parents Tuesday morning and its little bodywas laid to rest at Bethlehem.
Ethridge, John D.
The Forsyth County News, April 13, 1922
Mr. John D. Ethridge, formerly of this county, was killed in a railroadaccident in the railroad yards in Atlanta Friday and his body was broughtto Salem for funeral and interment Sunday, a large number of people fromthat city attending the funeral. He is survived by a wife, several children,and a host of other relatives...
[Born July 13, 1878, died April 7, 1922]
Evans, Bertha
The Forsyth County News, March 23, 1917
In loving memory of Bertha Evans, who departed this life January 20,1917. Her remains were laid to rest in Concord cemetery, Rev. V.V. Braddyand Bro. Kelley conducting the funeral services. She was 12 years, 11 monthsand 15 days old when the Lord saw fit to call her from this world of sinto a home above, where there is no sickness, pain nor death there.
She leaves a father, mother, six brothers and a grandmother and a lotof other relatives and friends to mourn her loss...She suffered untold agonyduring her sickness, but bore her sickness with great patience. She diedwith that dreaded disease, pneumonia fever...
Written by a heartbroken friend, Pickett Gravitt.
Evans, Mabell
The Forsyth County News, September 26, 1921
In remembrance of Mabell Evans. A beautiful life was ended April 6, 1921,when the Lord saw fit to call her home. Her remains was laid to rest in Ophircemetery, funeral services being conducted by Rev. Miller. She was 12 years,five months, and 29 days old when the Lord called her to her heavenlyhome...
Evans, Son of Seaborn
The Forsyth County News, January 12, 1922
A son of Mr. Seaborn Evans and grandson of Rev. J.H. Mashburn died inAtlanta last week, and his remains were laid to rest in the cemetery here.We extend sympathy...
Ezzard, G.W.
The Forsyth County News, December 10, 1925
Mr. G.W. Ezzard, 93 years of age, died at the home of his son, Mr. O.P.Ezzard near Midway Monday, and his remains were laid to rest at Midway Tuesday,the services being conducted by Revs. Burtz and Singleton. He is survivedby several children and a host of other relatives...
[Born December 16, 1832, died December 7, 1925]