November 2014 - Georgia Sheriffs` Association

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The
GEORGIA Sheriff
Volume 14, No. 4
Guardian of the Public Peace, Safety and Security
Believe
in the magic of
Christmas
We have a new look
When considering updates to the logo images of Georgia Sheriffs’ Association
and the Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes, the sheriffs wanted to remain true to the
Office of Sheriff and the children served by the Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes.
We hope you agree that our official images appropriately reflect Tradition,
Honor, and Service through the Georgia Sheriffs’ Association and Love, Support,
and Opportunity for children of Georgia.
TRADITION, HONOR & SERVICE
LOVE, SUPPORT & OPPORTUNITY
w w w. g e o r g i a s h e r i f f s . o r g
w w w. g e o r g i a s h e r i f f s yo u t h . o r g
2 | The Georgia Sheriff
• November 2014
The
georgia
sheriff
inside this issue
P.O. Box 1000
Stockbridge, GA 30281
(770) 914–1076
georgia sheriffs’
association
officers
4
President’s Message
5
Remembering 911
6
Wiley Griffin
Decatur County
President
Steve Wilson
Walker County
1st Vice President
12
regional
vice presidents
Stacy Nicholson
Gilmer County, Region 1
20Memorials
Gary Gulledge
Paulding County, Region 2
Clay Whittle
Columbia County, Region 6
Reggie Rachals
Lee County, Region 7
Gene Scarbrough
Tift County, Region 8
Steve Sikes
Liberty County, Region 9
executive director
J. TERRY NORRIS
editor
Home is Where the Love Is
10 Campus News
16Fundraisers
18 Calendar of Special Events
19 Supporter Spotlight
Bobby McLemore
Ben Hill County
Immediate Past President
Lewis Walker
Crawford County, Region 5
Salute to Georgia Sheriffs
The Anthony McCastle Story
TERRY DEESE
Peach County
Secretary-Treasurer
Jimmy Thomas
Pike County, Region 4
GSA News
Feature Story
Chris Prine
Lowndes County
2nd Vice President
Chris Clinton
Towns County, Region 3
November 2014
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Paint your Christmas in red, saddle
your holidays in love. Let the magic of
the season fill your homes with lasting
memories and joyful moments…
Your year-round support has kept the Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth
Homes and Georgia Sheriffs’ Association alive and thriving
for many holiday seasons, so from our homes to yours,
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
24 Safety Corner
Making Safety a Holiday Tradition
kristen welch
co-editor
kim slack
general counsel
Walker, Hulbert, Gray & Moore
www.georgiasheriffs.org
Editorial Creed: The Georgia Sheriff is the official publication of the Georgia Sheriffs’ Association.
Published quarterly, the magazine is designed to keep our supporters and sheriffs informed about
the Association and Georgia’s law enforcement community.
November 2014 • The Georgia Sheriff
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President’s Message
I bring you greetings from the southwest corner of the state, Decatur County!
I’m humbled and proud to serve as this year’s President of the Georgia
Sheriffs’ Association.
Wiley Griffin
This is the time of year when we remember that God sent his only Son ‘to
serve, not to be served.’ For many, Christmas is a time for coming together.
For others, service will come first. Many of our Sheriffs and deputies, and
those serving in the armed forces, emergency services, and hospitals, whose
sense of duty takes them away from family and friends, will miss those they
love. For those who serve, thank you for the many sacrifices you make.
Regardless of our roles, positions, or careers in life, we each play an
immensely important part in our families and communities. Unfortunately, at
times life can cause one to become cold, unfeeling, cynical and self-centered.
On the other hand if we allow it to, life can help mold, shape and strengthen
us for the better. In the end, the relationships we forge through our lives and
careers will last longer and have much deeper meaning if we focus on living,
giving, and serving. “Use your God-given gifts to serve others!”
(1 Peter 4:10) How we live our lives is how we will be remembered.
Giving to the Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes is one significant way you can
help mold, shape, and strengthen the lives of young people who’ve been
given a second chance in life. You can help send the magic of Christmas
this year to these young people with your donation!
Support your sheriff, their staff, and their families through prayers for their
safety. Express how thankful you are for their service and for sacrifices they
make in your community.
It’s my prayer your Thanksgiving will be filled with blessings and joy and that
during the Christmas Season Christ’s example and teaching will continue to
bring people together to give the best of themselves in the service of others.
Thank you for your continued giving and support. On behalf of the
Georgia Sheriffs’ Association and the Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes,
Happy Thanksgiving and Merry Christmas.
With Warmest Regards,
Sheriff Wiley Griffin
Decatur County
• November 2014
Remembering 911
September 11, 2001
a day that will be
remembered forever
Across the nation on September 11,
2014 Americans indeed remembered
the shock of the tragic events that took
place on 9/11. Through the heroic efforts
by first responders--law enforcement,
firefighters, rescue personnel, and the
thousands of volunteers who stepped
forward during this time of crisis
thirteen years ago, the very best of
mankind persevered and answered
the call to action with bravery.
To honor those lost on that heartwrenching day and pay tribute to first
responders in Georgia, Lt. Governor
Casey Cagle spoke to those who often
put themselves in harm’s way at three
ceremonies on September 11.
Glynn County Sheriff Neil Jump set the
stage for the day by hosting a breakfast
at the Old City Hall in honor of all public
safety officers. The Sheriff’s Office
honor guard opened the ceremony,
followed by a moment of silence in
memory of the many that perished
in this tragedy. Before introducing Lt.
Governor Cagle, the Georgia Sheriffs’
Association President Wiley Griffin
explained that first responders are the
first to arrive and render aid. They are
the unsung heroes without whom the
world would be a cold place to live. They
often have to put themselves and their
families second to their duty to serve.
Lt. Governor Cagle applauded the first
responders. “Often times we wonder
what motivates a person to run into a
home that’s on fire knowing they might
not come out,” he said. “It’s a sense
of duty, a call, and a love of country.
There’s no greater call or moment than
to sacrifice yourself for a greater cause.
Life is not about self, but about service
to others.”
The Lt. Governor and President Griffin
traveled to Sumter County where Sheriff
Pete Smith hosted a luncheon for first
responders. The final stop to recognize
our brave was in Hall County. Sheriff
Gerald Couch provided an evening meal
during the ceremony, again, honoring all
public safety officers.
Lt. Governor Cagle is a strong proponent
of the Office of Sheriff, and recognizes
the many sacrifices made by deputies
and public safety servants. “Many times
we take for granted the chance to serve
others,” Cagle said. “The beauty about
law enforcement, the beauty about
first responders is that they know that
their time may be called at any given
point, and they are willing to make the
sacrifice. And we don’t pause enough
to say thank you....thank you for your
commitment and for being there to
ensure that our future continues to
be bright.”
GSA President Wiley Griffin, Wayne County Sheriff John Carter,
Glynn County Sheriff Neal Jump, Lt. Governor Casey Cagle, Camden
County Sheriff Jim Proctor, GSA Executive Director Terry Norris
Lee County Sheriff Reggie Rachals, Lt. Governor Casey
Cagle, Sumter County Sheriff Pete Smith, Ben Hill County
Sheriff Bobby McLemore
GSA President Wiley Griffin, Hall County Sheriff Gerald Couch, Lt.
Governor Casey Cagle, Oconee County Sheriff Scott Berry, Jackson
County Sheriff Janis Mangum, White County Sheriff Neal Walden,
Cobb County Sheriff Neil Warren
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Salute to the Georgia Sheriffs
Two years ago Jones County Sheriff Butch Reece had a vision
to honor the sheriffs of Georgia. Perhaps you ask why?
Well you see, too often we miss the forest for the trees.
Think about this.
You have a clean sheet of white paper and on that paper is
one small black spot. When you look at the paper, what do
you see? Automatically your eyes gravitate to the black spot.
For some reason, we all tend to focus on the imperfection of
that paper, not all the white around it.
Isn’t that what the media, the public,
and we as citizens too often focus on?
The massive white paper actually depicts the job well
done, the honesty and integrity of the duties performed in
the office, and professionalism practiced. However, it’s the
wrong decision made in a matter of seconds, it’s the deputy
who stepped across the line and accepted a bribe, it’s the
sheriff who used county property for personal use, that is
reported and becomes the topic around every coffee table.
Daily, the 159 sheriffs and their employees across the state,
perform their duties with diligence.
Jones County Sheriff’s Honor Guard
One seldom hears about the deeds depicted in
the massive white portion of the paper.
The vision to salute these men and women who hold the
Office of Sheriff materialized, and for the second year, Sheriff
Reece invited all 159 sheriffs, as well as colleagues, judges,
elected officials and friends to the Walnut Creek Shooting
Preserve in Jones County on September 25.
The Jones County Sheriff’s Honor Guard opened the
ceremony, followed by the national anthem beautifully sung
by Deputy Marcus White of Cobb County. The Georgia
Sheriffs’ Association President Wiley Griffin introduced the
key note speaker, Lt. Governor Casey Cagle.
Lt. Governor Cagle first recognized all the sheriffs present,
thanking them for the duties they perform. “The sheriff is
a Constitutional Officer, but his role is one of protection. We
take the sacrifices made by our sheriffs for granted, while they
are keeping peace and making sure we are safe,” stated Cagle.
GSA Executive Director Terry Norris, Lt. Governor Casey Cagle, Jones County Sheriff Butch
Reece, GSA President Wiley Griffin
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“Too many lives are lost, and we
must never forget their sacrifice,
for an officer never knows
when he answers a call, what
he is going to be called upon
to do. The life of a sheriff is not
about self; it’s about service
to others. That’s when we find
greatness, and no one does it
better than our sheriffs. They
are critical to having a safe
society and making our state
and communities better.”
-Lt. Governor Casey Cagle
Lt. Governor Casey Cagle, Cobb County Sheriff Neil Warren, Jones County Sheriff Butch
Reece
Lt. Governor Cagle then lauded the Georgia Sheriffs’
Association Sheriff of the Year, Neil Warren of Cobb County,
who was honored as the 2014 Sheriff of the Year. “He has
shown character, integrity, and perseverance while doing the
job he was elected to do,” said Cagle.
Warren’s career began in the Cobb County Clerk’s Office in
1974. He attributed his successes in the Office of Sheriff to
teamwork with his staff and other sheriffs’ offices. He stated,
“We all work together to make our communities a better
place.”
Following the ceremony was a spread of barbecued pig, pork
butts, and chicken, prepared by Sheriff Reece with the help
of friends and family. His wife Linda prepared desserts that
were scrumptiously delicious!
The Salute to Georgia’s Sheriffs will be
remembered for years to come, thanks to
Sheriff Reece and Lt. Governor Cagle.
Jackson County Sheriff Janis Mangum, GSA President Wiley Griffin of Decatur County,
Tift County Sheriff Gene Scarbrough
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GSA NEWS
“It’s just something in
my heart...I want to help
these kids and keep them
from coming through
our jail.”
Dade County Sheriff Ray Cross
Dade County Sheriff’s Office
Offers Drug Tests
by Mike Powers
The Mountain-Valley Independent
The Dade County Sheriff’s Office has introduced a program
available to the parents of Dade County children. Sheriff Ray
Cross said on Wednesday that his department would like to
be more proactive and encourage the parents to take a more
proactive role with their teenage children’s lives.
During a press conference, Sheriff Cross said, “I started talking
to some of our staff and we decided to do this as a service to
our community to help parents get an idea if their kids are using
drugs.” The sheriff said that lately the department has had
some parents ask them to test their child because they could
not afford to buy the test themselves. Sheriff Cross said this is
something he feels can intervene before a situation gets out of
control.
Cross said, “It’s just something in my heart...I want to help
these kids and keep them from coming through our jail.”
The sheriff added that no charges would come against the
child as a result of a positive test. The testing requested by
parents is simply for the parents’ knowledge. If you have any
questions, please contact Tommy Bradford at the sheriff’s office
at (706) 657-3233. He will be handling the drug testing effort.
No tax dollars will be used for this program. Funding will come
from the drug education fund, which is money derived from
drug seizures and drug fines through the court system.
• November 2014
-Sheriff Ray Cross
GSA NEWS
Community Helper’s
Recognition Day
Hall County knows how to make its citizens feel loved…
even its half-pint citizens. Chestnut Mountain PC’s
Preschool hosted a Community Helper’s Recognition
Day and treated the students, faculty and staff to a day
of demonstrations. Deputy Jonathan Jackson and his K9
partner, Dee, along with Deputy Corey Gilleland and his
K9 partner, Gus, gave them all quite a show.
Their presence alone was exciting for the preschoolers,
but the presentations they shared left ear to ear smiles
and memorable moments. The newest Community Service
Officer from the South Precinct, Deputy Chuck Poteet,
even stopped by to introduce himself to everyone. This
event was the HIT of the day! Sheriff Couch and the crew
at the Hall County Sheriff’s Office would like to say a
big “Thank you!” to CMPC Director, Becky Lindman, the
faculty, staff, and students for coming out and spending
time making new friends and forming bonds that will last
a lifetime!
Cherokee County Deputies
Recognized for Going Above
and Beyond the Call of Duty
Sheriff Roger Garrison (center) recognized twelve deputies for going
above and beyond their everyday service to the community during the
Cherokee County commission public meeting on October 26. Awards
for life-saving efforts and for honorable actions were presented. The
Georgia Sheriffs’ Association extends a heartfelt thank you to the
deputies of Cherokee County for a job well done.
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cherokee estate
& mountain view
Fear the Fall at Cody Cottage! This bunch went all out on their Halloween decorations by lining their walkway with
skeletons and lanterns and leading their guests to the front door of spider webs and teeth to greet!
The cool autumn weather has the boys of MountainView enjoying a
little “air time” making memories on the court. From ball to books,
some enjoyable “guy time” with Murray County Sheriff Gary Langford
brought smiles to everyone’s faces!
We are champions! Many of the Cherokee Estate and MountainView
residents participated in the Whitfield County Saddle Club Horse Show
and from the looks of all those ribbons, they did very well!
• November 2014
The girls of Cherokee Estate challenge Whitfield County Sheriff Scott
Chitwood to a game of Sorry and enjoy a day of swinging high on a
beautiful, sunny autumn day in the park (above).
pineland &
camp pioneer
What a fun day! Skeet shooting, target
practice, four wheeling and food — what more
could the outdoorsman want? Floyd County
Sheriff Tim Burkhalter invited the Pineland
residents up to Rome for a day of hospitality
and they all had a big time!
Varoom Varoom! Hear those engines roar? The youth of Pineland
were given the chance to get up-close and personal with a few famous
NASCAR drivers at the NASCAR Nationwide Series Race hosted at the
Atlanta Motor Speedway. On the 30th of August, Sgt. Jimmie Spence,
along with others from the Henry County Sheriff’s Office, not only
treated the boys to the race but also took them and the staff behind
the scenes into the pit area and winners circle where they were able to
meet drivers Alex Bowman and Brett Moffitt. Each guest was given an
autographed Toyota Hat as well. As if that wasn’t enough, Sgt. Spence
also had the Coke booth make each youngster a personalized Coke
can with their name on it. With all the excitement of the day, everyone worked up an appetite and took time out to enjoy a picnic with
hotdogs, chips, treats, and drinks. Memories for sure!
Pictured from left to right: Dorothy Olinger, Elaine Tankersley, Sheriff Woodruff, Beth
Diehl, Linda Worthy, Doreen Frankenfield, and Minna Banks.
Helen, GA is the place to be! From river tubing
to the water park, the residents of Pineland hit
the jackpot when White County Sheriff Neal
Walden provided them with tickets for a day
of fun in the sun!
The Active Life’s Crochet and Knitting Club, the Knit Witz, presented
Troup County Sheriff James Woodruff with some handmade items
that they knitted for the Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes at Pineland.
The gifts were so special.
Who would have thought
that a day designated to
“clean up” would be so
entertaining? On September 20th, the Telephone
Pioneers Work Day turned
into quite the adventure of
trimming shrubs, clearing
debris, and cleaning up the
pavilion and pool areas.
Camp Pioneer looks great!
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Feature Story
Home is Where the Love Is
The Anthony McCastle Story
By Kristen Welch
It has been a long journey to come back home…
but I came back and I have a purpose.
We are family here and there’s no place
I’d rather be for the holidays than here.
Have you ever spoken to someone who had so much depth to
their soul that a one minute conversation left you feeling hungry
for more? Had an intrigued feeling that made you want to talk
longer and ask more questions, simply because that person has
so much “life” to share. Well I can tell you, Anthony McCastle is
one of those people. After just a few moments of conversation
with him, you will find that this man has substance:
he is salt of the earth.
• November 2014
From “tragedy to triumph” is the story behind this Hahira,
Georgia native. At the young age of 13, a young man by
the name of Anthony McCastle faced the unimaginable
heart-wrenching death of both parents, due to drug abuse,
and then found himself along with his two brothers, in an
unfamiliar environment and care of people he had never met.
After experiencing an array of obstacles, it’s safe to say that
landing in the arms of the Georgia Sheriffs’ Boys Ranch was
just the beginning.
Although McCastle’s adolescent years started off rocky,
he quickly became an over achiever. From his initial success
in middle school academics and athletics, he went on to
find victory in all that he became a part of. From the star
player of the Lowndes High Football team, to a Valdosta
State University graduate, on to become an officer in the
United States Army, McCastle never slowed down. He has
excelled in every aspect of his life, from an emotional to a
professional standpoint.
When asked what he contributes his success to, he will
quickly tell you: family. Once more, his family is not the
stereotypical family. His family is huge….as in the campus
and people of the Georgia Sheriffs’ Boys Ranch. He titles
Beth Tillman, Director of Child Care at the Ranch, his
surrogate mother (a role she takes great price in). He said
long after he graduated high school, Beth stayed in touch
with him as he navigated through life outside the boundaries
of Hahira, as any mother would. She was a large part of how
he ended up back in the little south Georgia town.
That’s right. McCastle conquered the odds, traveled the
world, achieved one accomplishment after another, and
at the end of the day, came back home. After his enlisted
term came to a close with the military in August of 2014,
the opportunity came available for a house parent position
at the Boys Ranch. Although he never had any inclination
that he would finish out a tour of duty with the army and
then decide to be a “home body” for the next season of his
life, he was quick to say that his greatest accomplishment
hasn’t been professional; it’s the role he now plays as a
husband and a father. During his volunteering days between
college and enlisting, McCastle came back and forth to the
campus spending time with the residents. He knew there
was a draw to the place, feeling compelled to always give
back. Even after years of attributing the Boys Ranch as his
“saving grace” in life, he never knew he would end up there
permanently again. When he married his wife Crystal and
had their son, Ashton, and daughter, Zoey, neither had
any intentions of later sharing the walls within the Steele
Cottage, let alone add two more to the family and home.
“Everything I questioned as a boy makes sense now. I can
relate to these two guys (residents of the home) with the
things that I had to overcome and the things they will have
to overcome. It’s been challenging and we are all adjusting,
but we are family. I mean more than my wife and my two
kids; the two boys that are under my care now are part of my
family. That was the one thing I always remember was so
special and made such an impact in my life. My houseparent
was never just a houseparent: I didn’t live in a cottage on the
campus of a youth facility, I lived with my family in our home.
I want to provide that same atmosphere to my guys and
my family. Although my wife Crystal is more of a ‘girlie girl’,
crafty and all, she is finding her niche spending time involved
with the girls, but my kids Ashton and Zoey just fit right in.
They think they are in one big neighborhood and are loving it.
It has been a long journey to come back home…but I came
back and I have a purpose. We are family here and there’s no
place I’d rather be for the holidays than here.
Years ago, my house parents provided me with the
opportunity to feel cared for and supported. They embraced
me and enabled me to become who I am today and I’ve
always wanted to show my appreciation for that in some
way. Now I realize there is no more rewarding way to give
back to the Ranch, than offering to these guys what was
offered to me.
The holidays are always magical, but you don’t know the true
magic of Christmas until you know what family is, what love
is, what a home is,” said McCastle.
The magic of Christmas is a hug that really matters,
a gesture that leaves an imprint, and the love that molds
a boy into a man.
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herrington
homestead
Some donate time, some donate money,
and some donate specific items. They are
all essential and appreciated! This year, a
Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Home’s supporter
donated the funds to purchase three new
computers so that each cottage on the
campus could have a computer and printer
for the children to utilize for their school work
and projects. How awesome!
Kiwanis, kids, and cookouts! For the past two years, the local Kiwanis
Club has made it a point to be involved with the residents of
Herrington Homestead. They not only host cookouts and fun days,
they donate flags and other items too. It’s not rare to find the Kiwanis
members interacting during the holidays with their little Herrington
hearts.
Focus. Concentrate. Take a deep breath. The
intense game of chess is a breeze for the
quick witted boys at Herrington Homestead.
They enjoy playing and practicing during their
down time. One of the young men from the
campus is on the Chess Team at school and
enjoys teaching his fellow residents the art of
the competition.
A Low Country Boil in southern Georgia:
mmmmmm good!. On October 10th the
youngsters were treated to a Low Country
Boil on their day out of school. They even
remembered to bless their food before their
meal. We are so proud of the manners we
have in the south and the food we put in our
mouth!
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Baker Baptist
Blessings. The
youth of Herrington
Homestead were
treated to a day
of music, worship,
food, photos, and
horses when the
Baker Baptist
Church of Rentz
provided a campus
cookout.
BOYS RANCH
It’s a HOG — not a BBQ hog — but a Harley HOG! The Harley Owners Group, Macon Chapter motorcycle club, raised funds
to donate to the Boys Ranch. They presented Beth Tillman, Director of Childcare, a check and posed with the residents and
staff for a photo of their memorable moment.
Red-n-black aren’t just DAWG colors.
The Georgia Bridgemen, Lowndes County
High School Band, showcase these
colors confidently too. In honor of their
outstanding participation in the band this
year, Lowndes County Sheriff Chris Prine,
shows his support to Courtney and Laila.
Courtney, grade 9, is a tuba player and she
proudly wears her red bandanna as part of
her tuba line uniform. Laila, grade 10, plays
the clarinet and shows her big smile and
long blonde locks as they pose for their
picture. We are proud of their hard work
and musical talents.
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FUNDRAISING
Kevin Millwood Celebrity
Golf Tournament
When Kevin Millwood hosts the annual golf tournament, he doesn’t play
around: he brings in the “big boys.” This year’s Golf Tournament held at
Cherokee Run Golf Club in Conyers on October 23–24 was a big hit! A
number of special guests joined the benefit to include former Atlanta
Braves players Javy Lopez, Greg McMichael, Zane Smith, Marty Perez,
Marquis Grissom, Brian Jordan, John Rocker, and Johnny Estrada, along
with PGA Players Bunky Henry and Greg Powers, and LPGA Player Lacy
Agnew, along with many other celebrities.
As with every year, this day was one to be remembered and certainly
the “place to be”. A special appearance by Chief Noc-A-Homa was the
highlight of the day. Courtesy Ford made a big impact as well being the
event sponsor for the third year. A huge thank you to all who made this
tournament happen and to all who participated to make it so successful.
Jeep Fest 2014 Crawl for the Kids
Each fall a 3-day event takes place in Pickens County known as the annual
JeepFest. This year, the Pickens County Sheriff’s JeepFest 2014 “Crawl for
the Kids” was held the weekend of September 5-7 and was a huge success.
With over 1400 registered Jeeps and over 3,000 total Jeeps, 60 vendors
from all over the country, and thousands of dollars in proceeds donated to
benefit children’s charities, this year’s event was a victory. Every year the
JeepFest is sponsored and operated by the Pickens County Sheriff’s Office
as Sheriff Donnie Craig is an avid and active supporter of the Georgia
Sheriffs’ Youth Homes. It is with great pride, pleasure, and lots of fun, that
many take part in this adventure.
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Kruzin For Kids
There’s just something about old cars and
antiques. The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office
caught on to this and decided to create an
annual fundraiser with this concept in mind.
“Kruzin’ for Kids” was created and has been
a big success the last two years. The annual
car and motorcycle show was held on October
11th this year and all proceeds were donated to
the Youth Homes. What a fun way to bring the
‘young and aged’ together.
Paulding Bike Ride
Brawl in the Hall
A Brawl in the Hall: The Hall County Sheriff’s
Office hosted their first professional wrestling
event to benefit the children of the Georgia
Sheriffs’ Youth Homes on August 9. The North
Hall Community Center in Gainesville set the
stage for “The Brawl in Hall” and over 700 eager
wrestling fans came out to enjoy a fun family
evening out with some of their all-time favorite
wrestling legends. Nikita Koloff “The Russian
Nightmare”, Buff “The Stuff” Bagwell, “The DogFaced Gremlin” Rick Steiner and a few other Mid
Atlantic Championship Wrestling superstars
were present to show off their skills! The
wrestlers also signed autographs, ate pizza with
sponsors and talked about old times together.
Eleven years in the making... this year marks
another year that Paulding County Sheriff Gary
Gulledge (above) hosts the annual motorcycle
ride to benefit the GSYH. On September 13th, a
number of people came out and enjoyed the day.
The ride began at 10 a.m. in Dallas, Georgia and
ended at the Pineland Campus with food and
prizes.
Bikes and badges
Now that’s a combination! Over 150 bikes
showed up to participate and support the
Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes in the 14th
Annual Bikes and Badges Benefit ride on October
12th. The ride started in Harris County, traveled
through Meriwether County and ended up at the
Pineland Campus in Troup County.
Steve Byrd Memorial
Golf Benefit
“It’s all for the children,” said Houston County
Sheriff Cullen Talton. His connections to the
Houston Lake Country Club along with GSYH
Development Officer Mike Leather’s hard work
are part of the reason the annual Steve Byrd
Memorial Golf Benefit is such a success. During
this event Sheriff Talton (right) also honored Bud
Cody (left) for his many years of dedication to
the Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes.
Thunder in the Mountains
“Thunder in the Mountains” isn’t the name of a
movie or even a new sport drink...it’s the 2014
Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes benefit bike ride.
On August 23rd in Hall County, law enforcement
escorted a ride that began at the courthouse
and cruised northward to the Chattahoochee
National Forest, wrapping around to Laurel Park.
The finish line was celebrated with door prizes,
music, vendors, and a big ole cookout! That was
one fun day for the bikers in blue lights. Pictured
is Hall County Sheriff Gerald Couch welcoming
all riders, explaining the rules for a safe ride.
Whitfield Murray
Golf Tournament
When two counties join up to host a fundraiser,
you know it’s time to take note! On August
22nd, the Whitfield and Murray County Sheriffs’
Offices teamed up to sponsor a golf tournament
to benefit the Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes.
Women and men, amateurs and (potential) pros
all took time on the greens.
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• November 2014
1Emanuel County Bike Ride
1 Peach County Wrestling
8 Pierce County Car Show
!5Smokin’ Up The Saddle Club
BBQ Competition — Murray County
6 Colquitt County Dove Shoot
!3 Jackson County Wrestling
!3 Hall County Flippin’ for Kids
SUPPORTER SPOTLIGHT
“I see the good in these
organizations and just
want to do what I can to
contribute.”
— Clint Brannen
Brannen is instrumental in supporting the
Georgia Sheriffs’ Association and Youth Homes,
past and present. His unselfish nature and desire
to support law enforcement and children earned
the honor of this spotlight.
GSA Executive Director Terry Norris with Clint Brannen at Brannen Motor Company
A Special Thank You to Clint Brannen
It takes a number of people to look after the interest of Georgia Sheriffs, the
Georgia Sheriffs’ Association, Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes, and all those for
which they are responsible. One very avid and involved supporter of the GSA/
GSYH is Clint Brannen of Unadilla, Georgia.
Brannen owns Brannen Motor Company and has been a long time pillar to the
Georgia Sheriffs’ Association. He whole-heartedly believes in the cause of the
Association and has always wanted to be active in one way or another.
“I see the risk that law enforcement takes each day, the long hours they work, and
the hardships they face. For the level of risk they confront daily, there’s no dollar
amount that you can put on that or a donation that will even come close in value.
The Georgia Sheriffs’ Association and Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes are two
organizations that do their best to represent the Office of Sheriff and abandoned,
abused, or neglected children, to ensure they are taken care of and protected in
the best way possible,” stated Brannen.
An example of Brannen’s support to the GSA, is providing the Executive
Director, Terry Norris, with a vehicle so that the money saved in this
transaction will enable the GSA to spend it elsewhere. Brannen also utilizes
his strength and support of Brannen Motor Company by offering other vehicle
discounts when available.
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Tribute
PRogram
The Georgia Sheriffs’ Association represents the Office of Sheriff
and sponsors the Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes, providing
residential care for abused, abandoned and neglected children.
The Tribute Program is a wonderful way to support these
organizations while remembering loved ones. Contributions may
be made to these funds to recognize a friend or loved one who
has passed away, acknowledge a birthday or anniversary, send
get well wishes, or to honor someone. All contributions made
to the Georgia Sheriffs’ Association will be used to promote the
Constitutional Office of Sheriff, while contributions made to the
Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes will be used for higher education
of our graduating seniors or for capital improvements.
Mrs. Betty Browning
P. H. & Carolyn Danforth
L. E. & Dana Watson
Mr. Herman Buffington
Sheriff Janis & Jerry Mangum
Mr. Jerry Caldwell
Merck Retirees Flint River Plant
Mrs. Helen Carter
Jerry & Janis Mangum
Mrs. Ruth Carter
Mrs. Merle Cashwell
Tom & Glenda Digby
Ms. Betty Cates
Class of 1960
Mr. Robert Cato
Dan & Marie Branch
Mrs. Betty Caudell
Ms. Gladys Cawthon
J. Terry Norris
Mr. Steve E. Chadwick
Constance U. Milledge
Sgt. Johnathan Chancey
Sheriff Janis Mangum
Contributions Received
July 1 to September 30, 2014
Mr. Horace G. Chandler
Wilma C. Chandler
Mr. Charles Vernon Childers
Sheriff Billy & Mary Ellen Hancock
Mr. Charlie Cobb
Betty Cobb
Mr. Tony Ayers
Eagle Advantage Solutions
Mr. Billy Coleman
Sheriff Bill & Connie Harrell
Laurens County Sheriff’s Office
Mr. Bengie Baggarly
Becky DeMott & Marcia McHargue
Mr. Robert Conner
Turner County Stockyards, Inc.
Ms. Janie Jarrard Bailey
Thomas W. Cofield, Jr. Family
Steve W. Pruitt Family
Madison Jade Conway
John B. Furr
Ms. Edwena Bankston
Bill & Connie Harrell
GSYH Memorials
Mr. Charles Adair
Mr. Buddy Adcock
Dan & Vanita Anderson
Britton Altman
Earline Strickland
Ms. Alice Archer
Audrey Veal
Nancy Timms
Beverly Garrard
LeAnn Humphries
Vera J. Wood
Ms. Christine Austin
Jimmy & Cissy Harvey
Lt. Donald Ayers
J. W. Hartley
Mr. Lane Dorough
Sara Childers
Johnny & Beth Noble
Mr. James T. Doss
Roger & Donna Walker
Mr. Russ Doster
Eula Jo & A. J.
Mr. Joseph Ellis Dowd
Wendell & Lyndal Lynn
Mr. Ernest Lane Dorough
Jane M. Thompson & Robert A. Maddox
Arthur & Steve Taylor
Mr. Charley Easterling
Vaxter Hammond
Mr. Donnie Ellison
Rex Blevins
Ms. Geraldine Nix Eubanks
Randy & Shelda Covington
Norman & Helen Faircloth
Jeffrey Faircloth
Ms. Betty Farr
Johnny Farr
Ms. Onie Fisher
Mark, Jimmie Lynn & Heather Harden
Retired Deputy Hank Floyd
Sheriff Neil Warren
Retired Sheriff & Mrs. Bill Hutson
Jessie Folsom
Citizens Community Bank
Chip & Lynette Fowler
Linda Sherrer
Rev. Charles E. Barineau
Kenneth Phillips
Mr. Emory Christopher Cox
Webster Farms, Inc.
Mr. Raymond Foxworth
Clarence Smith
Ms. Marie Barker
Mr. Charles Lee “Chuck” Craver, Jr.
Frances Lancaster
Sgt. Kim Becham
Aubrey & Rose Smith
Ms. Sandra Cravey
Joe & Jerry Ray
Dorcas Sellers Fraser
Renee Fraser
Dennis Fraser & Family
Ms. Barbara Benson
Donald & Nancy Roberts
Ms. Effie Cooper Criswell
Earl & Vivian Frost
Ms. Dorothy Bratcher
Renee Fraser
Geraldine & Msgt. Oliver H. Aspinwall, Sr.
Mr. & Mrs. Oliver H. Aspinwall, Jr.
Mr. Bob J. Dickens
Martin Management Investments
Montgomery & Evelyn Shelnutt
Violet Gauthreaux
Clifford C. Kachur
John & Pam Elliott
Joe Powell
Dee Matthews
Ms. Mary Barber
Sandra B. Cosby
Ray Walker
Mrs. Louise Boswell
Ms. Mary Marshall Arritt
Jim & JoAnna Puckett
Mr. Archie DeWitte
Ms. Elizabeth Corbin
Sheriff Bill & Connie Harrell
Laurens County Sheriff’s Office
Johnny & Cathy Davis
Ms. Ava Bloodsworth
Mr. Paul M. Arnold, Jr.
Bettie, Elaine & Jo Evelyn
Ms. Jan Corbett
David Corbett
Mr. Billy “Aaron” Devaney
Mr. Barry Brodnax
Sarah Brodnaz
Thomas & Kathy Port
Mr. Buddy Brown
Mrs. Mary Lewallen Brown
• November 2014
Vermell Lewis Culpepper
Mr. John Culverhouse
Eula Jo Sheffield & A. J. Wright
Ms. Jean Daniel
Mr. Steve David
Mr. Mark Fowler
Mr. Lenard F. “Bill” Freeman
Robbie & Marlene Johnson
Mr. Donald E. Fuller
Jim & Dottie Harden
Ms. Patricia Williams Futch
Betty Sue Watson
Mr. Michael Gallaher
Judy & Andy Hill
Mr. Mark Gaughf
Trisha Walker Fincher
Mr. Alex Davis
Carey & Mary Gassett
Mr. Carlus Delmas Gay, Jr.
Price P. & Tammy Gay Woodward
Charles R. Crisp
Ms. Tondra Denham
Mr. Harlan Gibbs
Mr. & Mrs. John Goddard
Elsie Shelton
Mrs. Lillian Goff
Baker & Ellen Alston
Larry & Wanda Lewis
Ms. Shirley Ruth Johnson
Mr. Serafin Gonzalez
Jim & Holly Proctor & Girls
Mr. Willie Roy Jones
Ralph & Shari Dorminey
Mr. Jimmy Gordon
Sheriff Mike Yeager & Staff
Mr. Roy Emmett Jump
J. Terry Norris
Mr. Robert Graham, Sr.
Mr. Clay Griggs
Jeannie Parks & James Deason
Mr. Seth Hammonds
Peggy Haralson
Mr. James Hampton
Sheriff Donnie Haralson
Roxie A. Worley Bagwell
Judy Hobbs
Mr. Franklin Jones
Ms. Polly Payne
Cheris Gardner
Mr. John Taylor McDaniel
The Joy Sunday School Class
Linda & Larry Jordan
Ms. Veronica McDuffie
Mr. Van H. Payne, Sr.
Mr. Ronald Pearce
Sharon Prescott
Mr. Frank Kiep
The Red Hatters
Ms. Yvonne McKibben
Bob & Jo Lovein
Champion-Rogers Vault &
Monument Company
PBC Amazing Grace Class
Tony & Ann Tucker
Tucker Merchandise
Bill & Ellen Davis
Donald & Rhonda Broach
Wages & Sons Funeral Home
Ms. Jackie King
Mr. Miles McKinney
Msgt. Netwon R. Pinson, III, Retired USAF
Betty Pinson
Mr. John King
Mr Sam D. McLeroy
Johnny & Carol Hawkins
Dot Lundy
Ms. Louise Plant
Eileen Mittuch
Mrs. Betty Ann Toulson Kitchens
Sheriff R. N. “Butch” & Mrs. Linda Reece
Ms. Jeannette Peede
Taylor & Em Welch, Martha Wells
Mr. Paul Perry
Joe & Judy Banks
Mr. William “Bill” Perry
Taylor & Em Welch, Martha Wells
Steve & Karen Broadhurst
Ms. Emily Pound
Towanda Anthony
Ms. Phyllis Meeks
Faith Whitaker
Jean & John Bleyle
Mr. Alton Powell
Betty Ruth, Scotty & Janet Palmer
Mr. Henry Edwin Harley
Frieda G. Dzielinski
Mr. Bob Landrum
Sandra Landrum
Mrs. Betty M. Harper
Ms. Angela Lane
Raymond & Cathy Blanton
Deputy Kelvin Leonard Harris, Jr.
Mr. John J. Langdale
Judge & Mrs. Arthur McLane
Mr. Charles Miller
Billy & Mary Ellen Hancock
Glenda & Lamar Hughes
Mrs. Vivian Healan
Mr. K. David Laviner, Jr.
Jerry & Rachael Jolly
Mr. Gerald Miller
Linda Godby
Ms. Anna Margaret Pridgen
Renee Fraser
Robert Allen Maddox & Allison Maddox
Mary & Jay Brinson
Mr. George J. Hearn, III
Tom & Peggy Clark
Mr. Thurman Ledford
Mr. Robert B. Miller, Jr.
Johnny & Beth Noble
Mr. Ron Pronyk
Ann & Bill Morse
Ms. Brenda Henry
Ms. Geneva Leverett
Rosemary & Dickey Thaggard
Ms. Bettye Mitchell
E. M. Mathis, Jr.
Mr. Gerhard O. Rankenburg
Marion Rankenburg
Mr. Virgil Hickox
L. E. & Dana Watson
Mr. Bennie Leviton
Patricia Oettmeier
Mr. Ricky Dwain Mock
Sheriff R. H. “Butch” & Mrs. Linda Reece
Seputy Danny Ray - Houston Co. S.O.
James D. Brown
Mr. Bud Hill
Retired Sheriff & Mrs. Bill Hutson
Dr. James Russell Lindsey
Martha Dasher & Family
Mr. Evoy Moncrief
Marty Ray
Harold Gowder & Family
Retired Sheriff Charles H. Holcomb
J. Terry Norris
Ret. Sheriff Wesley Walraven & Linda
Wayman & Jean Branton
Mr. Marker Lane Logue
Mr. Gregory Rogers Moore
Neil Snyder
Mr. Henry Lamont Redifer
Chris Rogers
Mr. Johnny Lovein
L. E. & Dana Watson
Mr. J. P. “Red” Moore
Charles Jordan
Mr. Johnny Register
Donald F. Back
Mrs. Frances Mann
Mary & Jay Brinson
Ms. Joan Mary Morris
Pauline Najmola
Nat Reid
Mr. Gurvice Manning
Bill & Connie Harrell & Staff Laurens County Sheriff’s Office
Mr. Craig Mullis
Mr. Bobby Rickman
Rev. Billy Murphy
Ms. Carolyn Fraser Roberts
Mr. Skelton H. Napier, Jr.
Johnny & Carol Hawkins
Mr. Craig Roberts
Frances Williamson
Wayne & Vicky Williamson
Mr. Alvin Hopper
James N. Hopper
Mr. Roger Howell
Mr. Thomas L. Hill
Janet L. Hill
Mr. Newt Hudson
Mr. Chris Hulett
Harold Gowder
Mr. Dean Hulsey
Dan & Vanita Anderson
Jere Hulsey
Dan S. & Vanita L. Anderson
Mr. Hugh Hurst
Bobby & Helen Miller
Towanda Anthony
Sheriff J. Don Martin
Cecil & Betty Arnold
Ms. Shirley Martin
John & Betty Montague Shorty’s Steakhouse
Ms. Vivian Martin
Gayle & Lynn Johnson
Mr. Melvin Mashburn
Marshall Brown & Family
Mr. Stanley Massey
Ms. Mollie Masters
Peggy Haralson
Mrs. Joy M. Jackson
Martha J. Wildes
Ms. Eleanor Mauldin
Mr. Leon Jarriel
Wendell & Lyndal Lynn
Ms. Gabie Joy May
John F. Barnes
Mrs. Florence Johnson
Mr. Wayne McCord
Randy & David Chester & Denise Davis
Mr. Hugh Cal Johnson, Jr.
Johnie & Evans Crockett
Janice M. Johnson
Mr. Fred McCoy
John Cody
Mrs. Joe Shanks Merritt
Mike & Khris Shanks
Ms. Sara Nash
Deputy Michael Norris
Sheriff Mike Yeager & Staff
Sheriff Billy Hancock & Staff
J. Terry Norris
Deputy Lewis Cazenave
Donna Moore
Sheriff & Mrs. Steve Wilson
Mr. Meredith Guy Owen
Peggy Kraft
Tim, Diana, Timmy, Jr., Jennifer
& Kyle Owen
Mr. Al Parker, Jr.
Tracy & Elaine Johnson
& Martha Spillman
Ms. Mollie Elizabeth Parker
Max & Faye Cross
Mrs. Alvor Parten
Linda Parten Sherrer
Mrs. Wanda Powell
Mr. Charles Keven Robinson
Johnny & Donna Lipsey
Ms. Irene Spillers Robinson
Fuji Purchasing Department
Atlantic Corporation of Wilmington, Inc.
Hugo & Catherine Perez
Fujifilm Manufacturing U.S.A., Inc.
Woodard R. Allen, LLC
Ms. G. C. Spillers Family (Hazel)
Cleve Spillers
Allan & Claire Spillers
Marilyn Spillers Hortman
Elizabeth & Jim Bickley & Family
Mr. Sammy Roddenberry
Trudy Shelton
Mr. Billy Dean Sanders
Dixie Jean Sanders
T. I. Sangster
Renee Fraser
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Mr. Al Saunders
Mr. Richard Taylor
Mrs. Ollie Savage
John Cody
The Harold Gowder Family
Mrs. Evelyn Tebeau
Julia T. Smith
Mr. Sam Temples
The Griffin Family
Col. Joan Scoggins
CMSGT Bill Gaskin
Mr. Beryl Allen Thomas
Mr. Rodney Shannon
Baker & Ellen Alston
Kinchafoonee Wildlife Club
Mr. Irby “Bud” Thompson
Clarence Smith
Mr. Robert L. Shelton
Shirley M. Shelton & Beverly H. Miles
Lawton Clarke O’Cain
Ronnie & Sylvia Hinely
Miss Mary Jo Thompson
Ms. Robin Stansel Shumake
Mr. Joe Tidd
Bobby & Helen Miller
Ms. Betty Jean Simpson
Mrs. Jane Prince Thurman
Mary & Jay Brinson
Ms. Marjorie Tillman
Paul, Lisa & Roy Kelly
Beth Layson
Joe Grayson
Ann Gasses
Mr. Grady Sloan
Mr. Charles J. (C.J.) Smiley, II
Betty Smiley
Mr. Charlie Scott “Tink” Tinker
Allen & Joan Erkhart
Ms. Eunice W. Smith
Pat Newsome
Ms. Polly Goss Tomlin
Genevieve Smith
Mr. Jeff Smith
Terry Smith
Ms. Linda Smith
Deputy Anthony “Tony” Carl Snow
Linda & Marion Pennington
Ander Tucker
Ray & Mary Walker
Mr. Henry Tuliscewski
Mr. Fett Turner
Trudy Shelton
Ms. Katherine Spires
A. J. Wright
Ms. Hazel Standridge
Mr. Stan L. Turpin
Jody Markley
Clarkesville Volunteer Fire Department
Mr. Homer Starley
Mr. Charles Robert Vickers
Mr. Marshall Stenson
Rita & Wayne Senkbeil
Mr. Gene Walker
Ray & Mary Walker
Mr. Robert Jackson Stewart, III
Larry & Wanda Lewis
Renee Fraser
Mary & Jay Brinson
Ms. Thelma Bennett Walker
Parnell & Robbi King
Mrs. Ruth Wallace
Raymond Chamberlain
Ms. Dorothy Jett Stoner
Mrs. Lawson N. Jaquith
Aubrey Thomas Ward
Gary & Sheri Johnson
Ms. Janette Streit
Kathy & Kevin Phillips
Ms. Carla Ray Warren Ware
Maxine Warren
Sheriff Noah Strickland
Brenda & Angela Strickland
Mr. James Coleman Warren
Mr. Jimmy Strickland
Dan & Marie Branch
Mr. David Peter Wentworth
Gloria Wentworth
Mr. Colquitt Studstill
Mr. Harold A. Sumerford, Sr.
Robin J. Friday
Ms. Doris Sumner
John & Betty Montague
Shorty’s Steakhouse
Mrs. Alice Pearl Taylor
Ann Barfield & Family
Mr. Dale Westfall
Barbara Westfall
Ms. Juanita Wheeler
Massingill — Houston Farms
Pam & Harold Carter
Class of 1962
Brad & Tammy Cochran
David & Martha Jean Garrett
Billy & Sandy Hobbs
King Livestock Company, Inc.
Sconyers Gin & Warehouse Company
Tim & Barbara Floyd
Dennis Champion
Leonard Cattle Company
Helen Copelan
Robert Hunnicutt
Ronnie & Betty Walker
Bobby Greene
Big River Cattle Company
Joe & Ramona McNair
M. J. Taylor Farms, Inc.
Barrett’s Livestock, Inc.
LeMaster Livestock, Inc.
Vicky W. & Wayne Williamson
Frances Williamson
Betty Day
Charnelle Reinhardt
Colony Bank
Bill & Ruth Roberts
Rosalyn & Glynn Odom
& Jane Herndon
Eddie & Mary Ireland
Mrs. Hoyt Reid
Richard Arrington
Floyd H. Griffith, Jr.
Lynn & David Odom & Family
Florida Beef, Inc.
Donald & Shirley Pruim
George & Marilyn Wright
Nick & Beth Alberson
Tommy & Sherrie Nalls
Friends at Northside Baptist Church,
Tifton, GA
The Lewis Family — Buddy, Vicki,
Max & Paula
D. M. Pitts
Betts Brothers Farms
Andy Watson, Jr.
Gibson Animal Clinic
Walter & Alva Childers
Mr. Wayne Wilbanks
John Cody
Mr. Henley Wilkes
Connie W. Hemphill
Mr. Bobby Wood
Tracy Wells
Mrs. Estelle Wood
Mr. William H. Wood, Sr.
Deputy Wayne Woodard
Jeanette S. Beard
Mr. A. L. Woody, Sr.
Barbara Edwards
Mr. Henry L. Zittrouer
Mary Zittrouer
Dr. Davis Whelchel
birthdays
Mason Rhinehart-White
Randy & Shelda Covington
Mr. James Coleman
Kimberly Coleman
Mr. Richard Roy Wiggins
Eddie & Linda Medders
Beverly North
Butch Houston & Tommy
Ms. Kate Hall
Opa & Oma
• November 2014
GSA Memorials
Mrs. Virginia Adams
Mr. James Andrew “Andy” Braxley
Mrs. Margaret Souther Lancaster Briscoe
Senior Master Sgt. Billy Dwain Briant
Clara Briant
Dorcas Sellers Fraser
Dennis Fraser & Family
Mr. Louis Jackson
Butch & Linda Reece
Mr. Kevin D. Jordan
Barry Gale
Mr. Thomas Keith Slay
Johnny Chavers
Mrs. Juanita “Nanny” Wheeler
Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Wayne Fletcher
GSA honors
Mr. Robert C. Hall
William R. Hall
Contributions to the Georgia Sheriffs’
Tribute Fund are listed in alphabetical
order by name of the deceased. Donors
are listed after the name in whose memory
they contributed. Should you note any
discrepancies in the listing of gifts,
please contact GSA’s LeAnn Humphries
at (770) 914–1076.
Remember our Children at Christmas
May the Magic and Wonder
of the Season Fill your Heart
and Home!
Share the Magic of Christmas with our Youth Homes
children all year long — donate today!
www.georgiasheriffsyouth.org /donate
P.O. Box 1000
(770) 914–1076
Shayne Goddard
Division Director
[email protected]
P.O. Box 1000
(770) 914–1076
Looking for ways to create your legacy?
Contact our Development Division for free
information to help you:
• Explore your options
• Share your assets
• Support Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes
• Pass on your values and wishes
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georgia sheriffs’ association, inc.
georgia sheriffs’ Youth homes, inc.
Administrative Office
Post Office Box 1000
(770) 914–1076
executive director
j.terry norris
SAFETY CORNER
Making Safety a
holiday tradition
Since the holiday season is near and it’s a time
to be excited with places to go and people to
see, there are always a few things to keep in
mind to make sure everyone stays safe and
sound.
This year, during your travels and times of
sharing, your spending and purchasing, your
preparing and packing up, consider these tips:
Christmas trees account for
hundreds of home fires each
year. Electrical shortages, candle
flames, matches and lighters,
along with dry neglected trees
can all cause problems and fires.
• November 2014
Always make sure to:
Water your live tree frequently
Turn off your holiday lights when you’re out
Never use lighted candles near curtains,
drapes, or anything flammable
Use no more than three light sets
on any extension cord
Traveling can be dangerous. Use precaution.
Don’t drink and drive when traveling
Wear a seat belt and
always buckle your children
Park in well-lit spaces, lock your vehicle,
hide shopping bags & gifts in the trunk.
And Remember....
Avoid carrying large amounts of cash.
Protect your debit and credit cards.
Social media is fun, but be wise.

November 2014 - Georgia Sheriffs` Association

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