John Ernest Stroup

Mr. John Ernest Stroup, 90 of Waterwood Drive, Gainesville died Tuesday June 8, 2010 at his residence.

A native of Fairfield, Illinois, Mr. Stroup had lived in Hall County for a number of years. He was the son of the late John and Mamie Stroup. He was retired from the United States Army having served during World War II and the Korean War. He attended the Cool Springs Baptist Church.

Mr. Strou is preceded in death by his wife, Doris J. Fulkerson Stroup.

Memorial services will be held Thursday June 17, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at the Cool Springs Baptist Church. The Rev. Ricky Stone will officiate. A private interment will be held later at the Memorial Park Cemetery.

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Mason & Ward Funeral Home, 1190 McEver Road, Gainesville, Ga. 30504