The North Georgia News

Blairsville, GA  30512

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December 28, 2005        Page 4B

jeff garner kerby, jr.

Mr. Jeff Garner Kerby, Jr., age 78, of Hiawassee, GA passed away on Saturday, December 24, 2005 following a period of declining health.  He was born to the late Jeff Kerby, Sr. and Melissa (Hunt) Kerby on May 30, 1927 in Dekalb County, AL.  He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Ruth Kerby of Hiawassee, GA; step-daughter, Eloise Hall, of Windemere, FL; step-daughter, Donna McAuliffe, of Hayesville, NC and step-daughter, Michelle Neal, of Mt. Airy, GA; sister, Gussie Shaw, of Rome, GA; Marie Tucker, of Mentone, AL; six grandchildren, five great grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, December 27, 2005 from the chapel of Banister Funeral Home with Rev. Harold Ledford officiating.  Music was presented by Renee Swann.  Pallbearers were Robin Neal, Matthew McLeer, Bob Hollman, Billy smith, Dale Kerby and Andy Walker.  Interment was in East View Cemetery in Rome, GA.  Banister Funeral Home of Hiawassee in charge of arrangements.