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Ruth Hull Burson
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Published: Jun 18, 2024, 2:29 PM

Ruth Hull Burson, of Oxford, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 27, 2024, at the age of 96. As a dedicated Member of Allen Memorial United Methodist Church she taught Sunday School, led Vacation Bible School, sang in the choir, and worked as the church secretary.

Mrs. Burson’s dedication to the community was evident in her roles as a member of the Amitie Club, the Lady Huntingdon DAR, and a volunteer with Meals on Wheels. She enjoyed traveling and coordinated trips for the local AARP chapter. She also loved working with children, and was proud to be a Cub Scout Den Mother, Girl Scout Leader, substitute teacher, and office secretary at Newton County High School.

Her interests included china painting, reading, playing cards and board games, especially with her grandchildren, fishing, sewing, and embroidering.

Mrs. Burson was preceded in death by her loving husband of 76 years, John Wood Burson; son, David Burson; parents, Reuben and Marjory Hull; and sisters, Elizabeth McLellan and Martha Adams.

She is survived by her daughters, Janet Ogletree (Stuart) and Susan Goodrich (Earl); grandchildren, David Goodrich, Catharine Ogletree Frye (Jon), Alison Goodrich Ali (Abe), Alexander Goodrich; great grandchildren, Calvin Ali, Elaine Ali, Anne Sibley Frye; niece, Candy Macon (Randy) and many other loving family members.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Mrs. Burson’s name to Allen Memorial United Methodist Church, P.O.Box 117, Oxford, Georgia 30054
Obituary: Wesley Berg
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Published: Mar 31, 2025, 4:24 PM

Mr. Wesley Berg, aged 67, of Newborn, passed away on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. He was born on March 6, 1958, in Atlanta. Mr. Berg grew up in Decatur and graduated from Shamrock High School. He was a dedicated Christian who had a passion for mission work and helping others, frequently traveling to disaster-stricken areas to assist those in need. Mr. Berg was a committed member of Centennial Baptist Church. As a hardworking individual, he owned and operated Berg Heating and Air.

He was predeceased by his parents, Roland and Margine Tribble, and his stepsister, Lynn Daniel. Mr. Berg is survived by his wife, Mrs. Dawn Berg; his siblings, Vincent Berg, Judy Berg, Katherine Berg, Karen Berg, and Krysten Berg; his stepbrother, Bobby Tribble, and Carol Schneider; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, other family members, and many close friends.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, March 28, 2025, at Centennial Baptist Church, 5321 Brownwood Rd, Rutledge, GA 30663, with Reverend Terry Richardson and Reverend Wilburn Hill officiating. The family will receive friends at the church from 12:00 PM until the time of service on Saturday. J.C. Harwell and Son Funeral Home/TE Davis Funeral Services is in charge of the arrangements. J.C. Harwell and Son Funeral Home, 2157 East Street SE, Covington, GA 30014, (770)786-2524, www.harwellfuneralhome.com.