Michael Lee McCallister

Michael Lee McCallister, age 45, of Cornelia, crossed over to be with the Lord on Wednesday, September 13, 2023.

Michael was born on February 2, 1978, in Demorest, and worked in construction for a number of years before becoming disabled. Michael is described by his family as being a devoted, awesome Dad who had a heart of gold and loved spreading the Gospel. In his spare time, Michael enjoyed listening to and playing country music.

Michael was preceded in death by his former father-in-law, who was like a dad, Milton Dodd.

He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Brandon McCallister (Julia) of Cornelia; daughter, Shelby McCallister of McCaysville; grandson, Jace Allen Parker, and expecting two more; mother, Claudine Ellard McCallister of McCaysville, Georgia; father, Albert Ray McCallister of Atlanta; brother, Sterling McCallister of Gainesville; mother of his children, Brandy Dodd of Alto; numerous other relatives and friends.

A Memorial Celebration will be held from 5:00 ~ 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 19, 2023, in the Chapel of McGahee ~ Griffin & Stewart. The family will begin receiving friends at 5:00 p.m. with the memorial service to begin at 6:00 p.m. with Bro. Graylen Armour officiating. A reception will follow the service in the funeral home lounge.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to McGahee ~ Griffin & Stewart Funeral Home, P.O. Box 175, Cornelia, GA 30531, to assist with final expenses.  

An online guest register is available and may be viewed at www.mcgaheegriffinandstewart.com.

McGahee-Griffin & Stewart Funeral Home of Cornelia, Georgia (706/778-8668) is in charge of arrangements.