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Edward E. Burris, age 98, passed away peacefully in his home on January 21, 2024. The son of Henry and Hattie Burris, Edward was born in December of 3, 1925.
His early life was spent on a farm with his parents but during the Great Depression he was sent to live with his aunt and uncle in Kansas City, Missouri. There he received his education and met all the loves of his life; his future wife, photography, and Studebakers.
Kansas City provided Edward with many opportunities and experiences. As a youth, he was very active in church, joined the Civil Air Patrol, played in the school band, and found joy in photography. He was made a Deacon at his church when he was 17. At 21, he joined the Masonic Fraternity, later becoming a member of the Knight Templars, The Royal Arch, and the Cryptic Masons. He attributes his public speaking skills to his time spent holding an office in his lodge. While Edward attended University of Kansas at Lawrence, his aunt and uncle enlisted, leaving him with a household to manage. The war brought industry to Kansas City and Edward became an inspector in a munitions factory. His attention to detail landed him a job at a prominent film production company, the Calvin Company. He helped produce commercials and training films and learned much in the large processing and printing labs.
By 1948 Edward began to take interest in other things; his future wife and Studebakers. Myrtle Whyte was his assistant at the Calvin Company and they married in December of 1951. They both enjoyed the stylings of the Studebaker brand, traveling frequently and trading up to the next model every couple of years.
Edward was inducted into the army in 1952 and served in the Signal Corps. He was responsible for the first wirephoto transfer sent from Okinawa. He traveled with high ranking officials in Special Services, and was responsible for the commanding generals' photography documenting visits and tours. In addition to his assignments, Edward also created picture stories for the American Petroleum Institute, his island photos appeared in the AP newspapers, and Life magazine published his photos of the movie The Teahouse of the August Moon.
Upon return from Okinawa in 1955, Edward and Myrtle moved to Atlanta, GA, where they took management jobs at Beeland Motion Picture Company and started a family. He later went to work at Lockheed as an administrative assistant to the department manager. Later, the Centers For Disease Control (CDC) took an interest in his work. He enjoyed his work at the CDC, training and teaching professionals and picked up an Honorary PhD in Biomedical Communication from Tulane University for his work. During the restructuring of the programs at the CDC, Edwards' job function was transferred to the National Library of Medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. He became the acting Media Resources Officer for the National Institute of Health, working directly under the Surgeon General and with Johns Hopkins University. Edward frequently consulted for the Smithsonian Institute and often performed camera repairs for prominent figures in Washington D.C. By the time he retired in 1986, Edward had traveled 50,000 miles a year, commuting to Atlanta to see his family.
Upon retirement, Edward did not stop being involved in motion picture production or Studebakers. He worked on the sets of several movies for CBS and NBC, offering technical advice, taking roles as an extra, and allowing for the use of his Studebakers in scenes. Edward’s role in the Studebaker Drivers Club is known nationwide, as well as his love for speed. It was not uncommon for other drivers to be passed on the road by Edward and his 1964 Avanti, moving at a “good clip”. In his lifetime, he owned a ‘49 Champion, ‘51 Commander, ‘56 SkyHawk, ‘63 Cruiser, and the ‘64 Avanti. He joined the Studebaker Drivers Club (SDC) national and North Georgia Chapter in 1968, later joining the Southeast Chapter in 2003. Edward was the Southeast Zone Coordinator 1998-2000, and became the Southeast Zone National Director in 2000, keeping the position until 2014. The Studebaker Drivers Club has been his second family.
He enjoyed bee-keeping and held an office with the Metro Atlanta Beekeeping Association, small engines, anything to do with photography and motion pictures, acted as secretary and later chairman of the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers, and was an honorary member of the Georgia Engineering Society. A lifelong member of the American Motorcycle Association, he rode his Honda GL1000 into his 80’s. He always had multiple projects going and was a very active member in the church, the Billy Graham Crusades, and was a certified lay speaker.
Edward lived a very full life and was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He will be missed by his children: Clifford Burris, Steven Burris, and Regina Ward (Derek), and grandchildren: Zach (Jessica) and Jonathon Bolton, Eliza, Trudy, and Calvin Ward, as well as his ever faithful companion, Molly-Dog. Edward was preceded in death in 2008 by his wife Myrtle W. Burris.
His early life was spent on a farm with his parents but during the Great Depression he was sent to live with his aunt and uncle in Kansas City, Missouri. There he received his education and met all the loves of his life; his future wife, photography, and Studebakers.
Kansas City provided Edward with many opportunities and experiences. As a youth, he was very active in church, joined the Civil Air Patrol, played in the school band, and found joy in photography. He was made a Deacon at his church when he was 17. At 21, he joined the Masonic Fraternity, later becoming a member of the Knight Templars, The Royal Arch, and the Cryptic Masons. He attributes his public speaking skills to his time spent holding an office in his lodge. While Edward attended University of Kansas at Lawrence, his aunt and uncle enlisted, leaving him with a household to manage. The war brought industry to Kansas City and Edward became an inspector in a munitions factory. His attention to detail landed him a job at a prominent film production company, the Calvin Company. He helped produce commercials and training films and learned much in the large processing and printing labs.
By 1948 Edward began to take interest in other things; his future wife and Studebakers. Myrtle Whyte was his assistant at the Calvin Company and they married in December of 1951. They both enjoyed the stylings of the Studebaker brand, traveling frequently and trading up to the next model every couple of years.
Edward was inducted into the army in 1952 and served in the Signal Corps. He was responsible for the first wirephoto transfer sent from Okinawa. He traveled with high ranking officials in Special Services, and was responsible for the commanding generals' photography documenting visits and tours. In addition to his assignments, Edward also created picture stories for the American Petroleum Institute, his island photos appeared in the AP newspapers, and Life magazine published his photos of the movie The Teahouse of the August Moon.
Upon return from Okinawa in 1955, Edward and Myrtle moved to Atlanta, GA, where they took management jobs at Beeland Motion Picture Company and started a family. He later went to work at Lockheed as an administrative assistant to the department manager. Later, the Centers For Disease Control (CDC) took an interest in his work. He enjoyed his work at the CDC, training and teaching professionals and picked up an Honorary PhD in Biomedical Communication from Tulane University for his work. During the restructuring of the programs at the CDC, Edwards' job function was transferred to the National Library of Medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. He became the acting Media Resources Officer for the National Institute of Health, working directly under the Surgeon General and with Johns Hopkins University. Edward frequently consulted for the Smithsonian Institute and often performed camera repairs for prominent figures in Washington D.C. By the time he retired in 1986, Edward had traveled 50,000 miles a year, commuting to Atlanta to see his family.
Upon retirement, Edward did not stop being involved in motion picture production or Studebakers. He worked on the sets of several movies for CBS and NBC, offering technical advice, taking roles as an extra, and allowing for the use of his Studebakers in scenes. Edward’s role in the Studebaker Drivers Club is known nationwide, as well as his love for speed. It was not uncommon for other drivers to be passed on the road by Edward and his 1964 Avanti, moving at a “good clip”. In his lifetime, he owned a ‘49 Champion, ‘51 Commander, ‘56 SkyHawk, ‘63 Cruiser, and the ‘64 Avanti. He joined the Studebaker Drivers Club (SDC) national and North Georgia Chapter in 1968, later joining the Southeast Chapter in 2003. Edward was the Southeast Zone Coordinator 1998-2000, and became the Southeast Zone National Director in 2000, keeping the position until 2014. The Studebaker Drivers Club has been his second family.
He enjoyed bee-keeping and held an office with the Metro Atlanta Beekeeping Association, small engines, anything to do with photography and motion pictures, acted as secretary and later chairman of the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers, and was an honorary member of the Georgia Engineering Society. A lifelong member of the American Motorcycle Association, he rode his Honda GL1000 into his 80’s. He always had multiple projects going and was a very active member in the church, the Billy Graham Crusades, and was a certified lay speaker.
Edward lived a very full life and was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He will be missed by his children: Clifford Burris, Steven Burris, and Regina Ward (Derek), and grandchildren: Zach (Jessica) and Jonathon Bolton, Eliza, Trudy, and Calvin Ward, as well as his ever faithful companion, Molly-Dog. Edward was preceded in death in 2008 by his wife Myrtle W. Burris.
Audley James "AJ" Jarvis, was born in Nankin, Brooks County, Georgia, on January 11, 1935. He died July 4, 2023, prepared through faith to be with Jesus.
He was an active member of Vienna United Methodist Church. He spent his young years helping out on his family’s farm. He would speak of his years there as involving intense labor.
AJ was always an excellent student through grade school and high school. He spoke of his maternal grandmother, Ida Jones, a strong proponent of education, and others in his family being proud of his academic achievements.
AJ also excelled in sports, playing basketball, football, and running track in high school. Combining his love of athletics and educational and career aspirations, he took the initiative to enroll himself in college and finance his education through various employment.
He would readily acknowledge his main focus in the early years of college was basketball, but he also received a BA in business from Valdosta State College in 1957. He worked a few jobs before landing a position with the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). From there he accepted a position at Citizen’s Bank of Vienna in 1965 where he eventually became president before “retiring” there in 1977. Later he returned for two more stints with the FDIC.
He also built approximately 25 affordable-type homes which are scattered about the community for Vienna residents. Other civic contributions included serving in the Lions Club and being instrumental in forming the Vienna Industrial Park. While at Valdosta State College, he met his future bride, Rosella McCall, who he would say helped him study for exams (and even pass biology).
They were married for 63 years. AJ was a dedicated father, and very proud of all five of his children. He passed his love of sports down to his children- playing various sports with them and the neighborhood children and attending countless sporting events.
AJ also served in the Marines for a brief period and was patriotic throughout his life. He had a love for history, including genealogy.
He remembered being ten years old when hearing that World War II had ended. He also enjoyed being able to remember and recite lists of various items, such as states and capitals, and all the counties in Georgia. He was a skilled checkers player (a division champion in South Carolina), and an avid golfer (also winning many putt-putt trophies).
He was an active member of Vienna United Methodist Church. He spent his young years helping out on his family’s farm. He would speak of his years there as involving intense labor.
AJ was always an excellent student through grade school and high school. He spoke of his maternal grandmother, Ida Jones, a strong proponent of education, and others in his family being proud of his academic achievements.
AJ also excelled in sports, playing basketball, football, and running track in high school. Combining his love of athletics and educational and career aspirations, he took the initiative to enroll himself in college and finance his education through various employment.
He would readily acknowledge his main focus in the early years of college was basketball, but he also received a BA in business from Valdosta State College in 1957. He worked a few jobs before landing a position with the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). From there he accepted a position at Citizen’s Bank of Vienna in 1965 where he eventually became president before “retiring” there in 1977. Later he returned for two more stints with the FDIC.
He also built approximately 25 affordable-type homes which are scattered about the community for Vienna residents. Other civic contributions included serving in the Lions Club and being instrumental in forming the Vienna Industrial Park. While at Valdosta State College, he met his future bride, Rosella McCall, who he would say helped him study for exams (and even pass biology).
They were married for 63 years. AJ was a dedicated father, and very proud of all five of his children. He passed his love of sports down to his children- playing various sports with them and the neighborhood children and attending countless sporting events.
AJ also served in the Marines for a brief period and was patriotic throughout his life. He had a love for history, including genealogy.
He remembered being ten years old when hearing that World War II had ended. He also enjoyed being able to remember and recite lists of various items, such as states and capitals, and all the counties in Georgia. He was a skilled checkers player (a division champion in South Carolina), and an avid golfer (also winning many putt-putt trophies).
Alfred Loren Hendley, 88, of Ocilla, Georgia, died Thursday, July 20, 2023 at his residence.
Funeral services will be held 11 AM Monday, July 24, 2023, at Bethlehem Baptist Church in Irwin County, with the Rev. James Griffin and Rev. John S. Gibbs Jr officiating. The family will receive friends Sunday evening, from 6 PM to 8PM, at the funeral home in Ocilla. The interment will follow in the Henderson Chapel Cemetery in Irwin County.
Mr. Hendley was born March 18, 1935, in Holt, Georgia, to the late Alfred Lewis and Juanita Pettis Hendley. He was a 1953 graduate from Irwin County High School. He served his country honorably, in the United States Army, where he served in Vietnam and retired as a Staff Sergeant First Class. Mr. Hendley was a faithful member of the American Legion post 99 in Fitzgerald, and was very devoted to the South Georgia Studebaker Drivers Club. He was very devoted to his family, and his church family at Bethlehem Baptist Church.
He is survived by his wife: Betty Walker Hendley of Ocilla; step children: Brenda Fletcher & Rick, Michael Cleghorn & Linda, Joy Edenfield & James and Paula Cleghorn; 12 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; and 2 great-great grandchildren; sister-in-law, Joyce McCrimmon; sister-in-law & special caregiver, Marilyn Seagroves; and several nieces and nephews also survive. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers Johnny Hendley and Curtis Hendley, and a stepson Donald R. Cleghorn Jr.
Funeral services will be held 11 AM Monday, July 24, 2023, at Bethlehem Baptist Church in Irwin County, with the Rev. James Griffin and Rev. John S. Gibbs Jr officiating. The family will receive friends Sunday evening, from 6 PM to 8PM, at the funeral home in Ocilla. The interment will follow in the Henderson Chapel Cemetery in Irwin County.
Mr. Hendley was born March 18, 1935, in Holt, Georgia, to the late Alfred Lewis and Juanita Pettis Hendley. He was a 1953 graduate from Irwin County High School. He served his country honorably, in the United States Army, where he served in Vietnam and retired as a Staff Sergeant First Class. Mr. Hendley was a faithful member of the American Legion post 99 in Fitzgerald, and was very devoted to the South Georgia Studebaker Drivers Club. He was very devoted to his family, and his church family at Bethlehem Baptist Church.
He is survived by his wife: Betty Walker Hendley of Ocilla; step children: Brenda Fletcher & Rick, Michael Cleghorn & Linda, Joy Edenfield & James and Paula Cleghorn; 12 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; and 2 great-great grandchildren; sister-in-law, Joyce McCrimmon; sister-in-law & special caregiver, Marilyn Seagroves; and several nieces and nephews also survive. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers Johnny Hendley and Curtis Hendley, and a stepson Donald R. Cleghorn Jr.
Mr. William Paul Hersey, age 75 of Douglas, GA passed away Monday morning, June 12, 2023 at Coffee Regional Medical Center following an extended illness. Mr. Hersey was born May 24, 1948 to Roe Hersey and Vivian Murray Hersey. Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by 3 siblings: Buddy Hersey, Chester Hersey and Wanell Heape.
Mr. Hersey, a native of Coffee County, was an electrician with CSX railroad. He was a member of the National Union of Electrical Workers. Mr. Hersey was Baptist by Faith.
Survivors include:
His Wife: Betty Dale Hersey of Douglas, GA
2 Sons: Michael Hersey of Cairo, GA
Matthew Hersey and wife Jessica of Statesboro, GA
2 Grandsons: Rhett Hersey and Riley Hersey both of Statesboro, GA
4 Siblings: Deloris Strickland and husband J. B. of Elberton, GA
Linda Gillis and husband Bouncer of Phoenix City, AL
David Hersey and wife Barbara of Broxton, GA
Howard Hersey and wife Diane of Beach, SC
A number of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives.
The family will receive friends, Wednesday June 14, 2023 from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM at Chapel of Ricketson Funeral Home.
The funeral service will be Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at 2:00 PM at Chapel of Ricketson Funeral Home with Rev. H. P. Murray officiating. The interment will follow at Roxie Mae Cemetery in the Wilsonville Community.
Pallbearers for the service will be: Blake Hersey, William Hersey, Eddie Creamer, Jarred Spivey, Barry Whitley and Jason Sweat.
Ricketson Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Hersey, a native of Coffee County, was an electrician with CSX railroad. He was a member of the National Union of Electrical Workers. Mr. Hersey was Baptist by Faith.
Survivors include:
His Wife: Betty Dale Hersey of Douglas, GA
2 Sons: Michael Hersey of Cairo, GA
Matthew Hersey and wife Jessica of Statesboro, GA
2 Grandsons: Rhett Hersey and Riley Hersey both of Statesboro, GA
4 Siblings: Deloris Strickland and husband J. B. of Elberton, GA
Linda Gillis and husband Bouncer of Phoenix City, AL
David Hersey and wife Barbara of Broxton, GA
Howard Hersey and wife Diane of Beach, SC
A number of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives.
The family will receive friends, Wednesday June 14, 2023 from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM at Chapel of Ricketson Funeral Home.
The funeral service will be Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at 2:00 PM at Chapel of Ricketson Funeral Home with Rev. H. P. Murray officiating. The interment will follow at Roxie Mae Cemetery in the Wilsonville Community.
Pallbearers for the service will be: Blake Hersey, William Hersey, Eddie Creamer, Jarred Spivey, Barry Whitley and Jason Sweat.
Ricketson Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
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