Barry Palmer
Jan 27, 2026
Mr. Barry Palmer, age 65, of Cleveland, Georgia passed away on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced soon.
Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland is in charge of arrangements. 706-865-3101 www.barrettfh.com
Edward Louie Westbrook, Jr.
Jan 26, 2026
Mr. Edward Louie Westbrook, Jr., age 88, of Cleveland, GA, passed away Monday, January 26, 2026.
Mr. Westbrook was born in Hall County to the late Edward Louie Westbrook, Sr. and Avis Ruth Cobb. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by two sisters and three brothers.
Mr. Westbrook was a veteran of the United States Air Force and...
Paul Kozoroz
Jan 25, 2026
Paul Kozoroz, age 86, of Cleveland, passed away on Sunday, January 25, 2026.
Mr. Kozoroz was born on June 11, 1939, in Crimea, Ukraine, to the late Nickolai Bolschow & Magdalena Buchmann Kozoroz. At the age of 12, he immigrated to the United States, where he developed a deep love for his country and a strong sense of patriotism. Inspired at...
Joseph Hubbard
Jan 23, 2026
Joseph Leon Hubbard
10.10.1948 – 1.23.2026
Joseph L. Hubbard, 77 years old, passed away on Friday, at his home in Hiawassee dying peacefully, in the arms of his sister, after an extended illness.
Mr. Hubbard was born on October 10¸1948, at Emory Hospital to Sara Taylor and Bernard Leon (Sam) Hubbard. He grew up in Decatur and Hickory Flat. He graduated from Cherokee...
Reba Jean Fricks
Jan 23, 2026
Mrs. Reba Jean Fricks, age 91, of Cleveland, passed on from this troubled world to her home in Heaven on January 23, 2026. There, she joined Jesus, and family and friends who have gone on before.
Reba was born in Huntsville, Alabama August 1, 1934 to Bill and Faye Cleveland. She had four brothers, who are of those gone on before:...
David Wilbanks
Jan 18, 2026
Mr. David Ricky Wilbanks, age 76, of Cleveland, passed away Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Mr. Wilbanks was born on November 20, 1949. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. His family was the center of his life. He was known for his quiet strength and the love he showed through his actions.
Known as “Pop” to his family, David worked for...
Annie Chambers
Jan 17, 2026
Mrs. Annie Chambers, age 94, of Cleveland, passed away Saturday, January 17, 2026.
Annie Chambers was born on December 13, 1931, in Cleveland to the late Millard and Frances Yearwood Brewster. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Carl Chambers, son-in-law, Jerry Rylee, and numerous siblings.
Annie was a loving wife and mother. She was employed...
Jerry Thomas
Jan 15, 2026
Jerry Thomas, Sr., age 80, of Cleveland, passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026.
Mr. Thomas was born on January 8, 1946, in Cleveland, Georgia, to the late Jesse and Willie Lou Stringer Thomas. He retired from the Department of Natural Resources and was a veteran of the United States Navy. Jerry will be remembered as a loving husband, father, and...
Glenda York
Jan 14, 2026
Glenda York, age 68, of Clarkesville, passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2026.
Mrs. York was born on November 20, 1957, to the late John Henry Heaton and Loyce Thurmond Heaton. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. In addition to her parents, Glenda was preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd York; infant son, Wesley York.
Survivors include her daughter...
Dennis Koronkiewicz
Jan 13, 2026
Dennis Koronkiewicz, age 81, of Cleveland, Georgia, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. He was born on August 3, 1944, in Chicago, Illinois, to Benjamin and Frances Koronkiewicz.
After graduating from Mary D. Bradford High School in Kenosha, Wisconsin, Dennis attended the University of Wisconsin–Madison. He later moved to Coral Gables, Florida, where he pursued a...
Roy Helton Jr.
Jan 12, 2026
Roy Helton, Jr., age 77, of Cleveland, passed away on Monday, January 12, 2026.
Mr. Helton was born on November 23, 1948, in Habersham County, to the late Roy Helton, Sr. and Thelma Tomlin Helton. He was a self-employed carpenter. In addition to his parents, Roy was preceded in death by his sister, Wilette McClellon; brothers, Kenneth Helton, Jimmy Helton, and...
Larry Dispain
Jan 10, 2026
Larry Anthony Dispain, age 55, of Cleveland, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, January 10, 2026.
Mr. Dispain was born on June 5, 1970, in Dahlonega, Georgia, to the late Virgil and Minnie Sisk. Larry worked in construction, but most recently worked for CeNita Vineyard. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and anything outdoors. He loved Nascar and was a huge Georgia Bulldogs fan....
Wayne Herbert Patchell
Jan 10, 2026
Wayne Herbert Patchell, age 87, of Murrayville, passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2025.
Wayne was born on February 14, 1938, to the late Herbert and Veronica Patchell. He was an avid artist and train enthusiast. Wayne was a veteran of the United States Coast guard and a member of Cleveland First Methodist Church. In addition to his parents, Wayne was...
Tommie Gooch
Jan 10, 2026
Mrs. Tommie Lois Lunsford Gooch, age 84, of Sautee Nacoochee, passed away Saturday, January 10, 2026.
Tommie was born in Chatsworth, GA on December 13, 1941, to the late Thomas McKinley and Mayme Lunsford. She is preceded in death by her parents, infant son Darren Martin, ex-husband Gary Gooch and sister Nancy Carder, brother Alvin Lunsford.
Tommie is survived by her loving...
Joan Freeman
Jan 9, 2026
Joan Gertrude Freeman
April 20, 1936 – January 9, 2026
Joan Gertrude Freeman, 89, of Cleveland, Georgia, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026. She was born April 20, 1936, in New York to Blanche and Norman Hillidge.
Joan is survived by her husband, Carlton Freeman; her children Montie Sue Spano, Roy Freeman, Kevin Peters, and Glenn Freeman; 11 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren....
Michael Dennis Meuse
Jan 9, 2026
Michael Dennis Meuse, age 81, passed away peacefully with his dogs by his side on January 9th at his home in Cleveland, Georgia.
Born in Brooklyn, New York, Mike lived a life defined by service, dedication, and deep love for family and community. While attending the University of Notre Dame, he enlisted during the Vietnam era and proudly served in the...
James Foley
Jan 8, 2026
James Dean Foley
November 11, 1942 – January 8, 2026
James “Jim” Foley was a man of remarkable depth, grit, and heart—fiercely devoted to family and shaped by a life of service, discipline, and unapologetic authenticity.
A decorated U.S. Navy Frogman and SEAL, Jim carried his commitment to excellence throughout his life. An Olympic-caliber swimmer, he competed in the Armed Forces Olympics in...
Dale Black
Jan 5, 2026
Dale Lee Black, age 82, of Murrayville, passed away on Monday, January 5, 2026.
Mr. Black was born on August 29, 1943, in Atlanta, Georgia, to the late Delves Wade Black and Nobie Brock Black. He worked in communications for AT&T and served with honor in the United States Navy. Dale was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Madeline Porterfield;...
Lujuanne Tennant
Jan 5, 2026
Lujuanne Trammel Tennant, age 80, of Cleveland, passed away on Monday, January 5, 2026.
Mrs. Tennant was born on October 16, 1945, in Tupelo, Mississippi, to the late John Barney Trammel and Dorothy Ford Trammel. She was a retired educator.
Survivors include her sons, John Thomas and Richard Thomas; 4 grandchildren.
Funeral Mass is scheduled for 10:00 A.M. Saturday, January 31, 2026, at...
Randy Sosebee
Dec 30, 2025
Randy Sosebee, age 70, of Cleveland, passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2025.
Mr. Sosebee was born on May 7, 1955, in Cleveland, Georgia, to the late Hoyt and Esco Satterfield Sosebee. He worked at Trainer Enterprises as a service manager. Randy was a member of White Creek Baptist Church where he served as chairman of the deacons, Sunday School teacher,...
