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The North Georgia News

Blairsville, GA  30512

www.nganews.com

 

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November 15, 2006                    Page 4C

 

charles gustav nelson

 

Charles Gustav Nelson, age 81, of Young Harris, GA, died in his home on Saturday, November 4, 2006 surrounded by his family.  Born in Brooklyn, NY, he was the son of the late Charles Nelson and Teresa Thiem Nelson Johnson.  He was preceded in death by one sister, Marie Dibella.  Mr. Nelson served his country in the Army during World war II.  He moved to the Blairsville area 26 years ago.

Mr. Nelson had been an active member in the Blairsville community.  He was a past member of the Lion’s Club, Kiwanis Club, and the Telephone Pioneers.  He was a past board member of the Union County Chamber of Commerce.  He was a local business owner for over 20 years.  Mr. Nelson had been an active participant and volunteer for Relay for Life since his own recovery form cancer over 23 years ago. He was the current President and Director of the Azalea Cove Home Owners Association.

Mr. Nelson was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather.  He was often seen at local high school sports events and band concerts as the cheered on his grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Lillian A. Nelson of of the home; son, Robert Nelson of Ocala, FL; sons & daughters-in-law, Tim and Debbie Nelson of Blue Ridge, GA and Scott and Donna Nelson of Blairsville, GA; grandchildren, Ericka Nelson Harris, Jeffrey Nelson, Leah Nelson, K.C. Nelson,  and Julie Nelson and one great-grandchild, Jim Cecil Conner Harris.  Mr. Nelson is also survived by one sister, Grace Grice of Atlanta, GA, and many nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Union County Relay for Life or the American Cancer Society.

The Cochran Funeral Home of Blairsville, GA is in charge of arrangements.  You may send condolences to the family and sign the guest register at www.cochranfuneralhomes.com.

 


The North Georgia News

Blairsville, GA  30512

www.nganews.com

 

(no corrections have been made; this is exactly as it appeared in paper)

 

 

November 15, 2006                    Page 4C

 

mr. charles ledford

 

Mr. Charles Ledford, age 71, of Hiawassee, GA, passed away Wednesday, November 8, 2006.  Mr. Ledford was born Tuesday, January 15, 1935 in Towns County, GA to the late Buel Ledford and Lizzie Hooper Ledford.  He attended Tusquittee Church of God and was preceded in death by step-father, Roy Ledford and brothers, Edward Ledford.

Survivors include: wife, Jo Ledford of Hiawassee, GA; son & daughter-in-law, Danny and Lisa Ledford of Cartersville, GA; daughter, Charlene Barnard of Hayesville, NC; son, Gary Ledford of Lawrenceville, GA; son, David Ledford of Hiawassee, GA; daughter & son-in-law, Andi and Barry Green of Young Harris, GA; son, Michael Ledford of Hiawassee, GA; daughter & son-in-law, Tammy and Steve Keyes of Hiawassee, GA; daughter & son-in-law, Amber and Dave Franklin of Hiawassee, GA; sisters, Blonde Tysinger of High Point, NC, Thelma Parker of Hayesville, NC, Oramae Ledford of Hayesville, NC, Margaret Cochran of Douglasville, GA, Joanne Sitton of Douglasville, GA, betty Berry of Douglasville, GA; brothers, Robert Ledford of Douglasville, GA, Dennis Ledford of Douglasville, GA; 15 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Friday, November 10, 2006 at 2 p.m. from the Cochran Funeral Home with Rev. Curtis Ledford and Rev. Harold Ledford officiating.  Music was provided by Pastor Chris Rumfelt.  Interment was in Lower Bell Baptist Cemetery.  Serving as pallbearers were: Bruce Hamilton, Ricky Wade, Jess Gibson, Jr., Jake Ledford, Josh Ledford and Cordel Dye.  Honorary pallbearers were: Steven Phillips and Mark Ledford.

The Cochran Funeral Home of Hiawassee, GA is in charge of arrangements.  You may send condolences to the family and sign the guest register at www.cochranfuneralhomes.com.

 


The North Georgia News

Blairsville, GA  30512

www.nganews.com

 

(no corrections have been made; this is exactly as it appeared in paper)

 

 

November 15, 2006                    Page 4C

 

sarah elizabeth richardson

 

Mrs. Sarah Elizabeth Richardson, age 82 of Hiawassee, GA, passed away Monday, November 6, 2006.

Mrs. Richardson was born Wednesday, October 29, 1924 in Knox County, TN to the late Maurice Allen Wilson and Lillian joy O’Donovan.  She was preceded in death by husband, William Howard Richardson.

Graveside services were held Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 11 a.m. at Union Memory Gardens. officiating. 

The Cochran Funeral Home of Hiawassee, GA is in charge of arrangements.  You may send condolences to the family and sign the guest register at www.cochranfuneralhomes.com.