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Edna LITES Obituary

LITES, Edna Edna Humphries Lites, age 87, of Newnan, GA died Sunday, July 6, 2014. She was born in Fairburn, GA to the late Starling Frank and Allie Mae Cochran Humphries. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Harold Joseph Lites. Edna was a member of First Baptist Church, Jonesboro. She enjoyed flowers and vegetable gardening. Edna is survived by her daughter: Gail Wilkinson of Newnan, GA; son, Dan (Teresa) Lites of Tucson AZ; 7 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchild; several nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, July 9, 2014 at Cannon Cleveland Funeral Directors with Dr. Lanny Loe officiating. Interment will follow at Greenwood Cemetery, Inc. The family will receive friends Tuesday, July 8, 2014 from 5-7 pm at Cannon Cleveland Funeral Directors. Those who wish may sign the on-line guest registry at www.cannonclevelandfunerals.com. Cannon Cleveland Funeral Directors, 770-914-1414.

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Jul. 8, 2014.

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Barry Guest

July 8, 2014

Dan, Gail and families...I am so very sorry to hear this news...Your parents were so good to us as children, and I remeber what fun your Mama and Daddy had when Alabama and Ol' Miss played! God bless all of you.

Rusty & Melissa Guest

July 8, 2014

Dear Dan, Teresa, Gail and Family,

How saddened we were to learn of Edna's passing. What great memories of growing up next door on Macon Drive. Many of those memories bring your Mom and Dad to mind. So thankful we had the privilege of knowing them both.
God is near and will bring you His strength and comfort in the days ahead. Take care and know you're in our thoughts and prayers. Mom sends her deepest sympathy and love to you and your families as well.

Roger Templeman

July 8, 2014

Dan, Teresa, and family,

I am so sorry for your family's loss. May God comfort you during this time.

Elaine Gamble Smith

July 8, 2014

Dan, Gail and families, we were so saddened to hear the news of your Mothers passing. My mother (Jimmie Ruth Gamble) and your Mom have been friends for so, so many years and to receive this news was heartbreaking. We send love, hugs and prayers to each and everyone of you. God Bless

Brook Clutter

July 8, 2014

Dan & Family,
So deeply sorry to hear about your loss, may the love of those around you help you through the days ahead.

Valerie Wilkinson

July 8, 2014

Gail Nick and Allie,

I am so sorry for your great loss. The most important thing is to remember all the good times you shared together and know that she is in a much better place and no longer suffering. I hope you are able to take comfort in knowing that she lived a long life and was able to make such an impact on those who she knew and loved.
With deepest love and sympathy

Sergio Araya

July 8, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones.
"Come onto me,all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest" -Mathew. 11:28
God bless

Trish Heinrichs

July 8, 2014

Dear Dan, Teresa, and Family,

Our parents are so dear, they hold our hearts and so many memories. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Janice Scheib

July 8, 2014

So sorry to hear about your loss. It is so hard to lose a parent. I know I feel my mom's loss to this day. Know that she is no longer suffering and take comfort in that and remember the good times.

Deanne Corbin

July 8, 2014

Dan, Teresa, and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort at this time and in the days ahead.

Kirsten DeVono

July 8, 2014

Dan and Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers and fond memories are what we have to remember our dearly departed. May the love of family and friends comfort you during these difficult days.....my most heartfelt condolences.

Robert Santos

July 8, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time.

Mike Horne

July 8, 2014

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

The Staff of Cannon-Cleveland Funeral Directors

July 8, 2014

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Elaine Noles

July 7, 2014

Gail you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this time. Memories will hold the future for you and let me know if I could do anything for you.

Jennifer Bryson

July 7, 2014

Dan, Teresa, and Family,
Sorry to hear of your loss. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Devin Anderson

July 7, 2014

Mrs. Lites will be greatly missed. She was a very sweet woman who loved her family and friends. In the short time I was privileged to know her she was a great encouragement and loving friend. May God bring her family comfort and peace.

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