Jeff S. Bearden

Jeff S. Bearden, 41, of Dahlonega passed away Monday March 23, 2015 at Northside Forsyth Hospital following a period of declining health.

Born June 30, 1973 and raised in Dawsonville, Mr. Bearden had been a resident of Dahlonega for the past 13 years. He was of the Baptist faith and had been employed by Koyo, formerly Torrington, for the past 20 years. Well liked, friendly, and outgoing, he enjoyed antique cars, riding motorcycles and spending time with his friends. He is preceded in death by a grandmother, Lois Chumley, and grandparents, Eva and Grady Bearden.

Surviving are his mother, Linda C. Bearden, Dawsonville; father, Ronnie Bearden, Dawsonville; sister, Dana B. Brackett, Dawsonville; nephew, Cole E. Brackett; grandfather, Loy S. Chumley, Marble Hill; a number of aunts, uncles, cousins, and close friends.

Funeral services will be held Thursday March 26, 2015 at 2 o'clock at Bearden Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Phillip Burt and Rev. T.R. Myers will officiate. Interment will following in the Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 4 until 9 on Wednesday at the funeral home.

Condolences may be expressed at www.beardenfuneralhome.com.

Bearden Funeral Home, Dawsonville, GA