Charlene Barton

Charlene Barton, age 76, of Statham, GA, passed away Tuesday, May 28, 2013. A member of Midway Christian Church for 30 years, Mrs. Barton enjoyed working in her vegetable and flowers gardens, canning food, and cooking. She also enjoyed watching sports, especially the Braves, and listening to gospel music. Born to the late Charles Richard and Arthur Mae Holliday House, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Dorothy Payne, Jane Wages, Clara Dunson, and brothers, Harry House and Larry House. Mrs. Barton is survived by her husband of 57 years, Earl Barton of Statham; sons and daughter-in-law, Phil Barton of Statham, Mark and Olga Barton of Lawrenceville; grandchildren, Christina, Hristos, Josh, Stephen, Paige, Bradley Barton; sister, Edna Chancey of Palm Bay, FL and brother, James “Willie” House of Statham. The family will receive friends from 6-9:00 pm on Thursday, May 30, 2013 at Midway Christian Church, Winder. The funeral service will be held at 4:00 pm on Friday, May 31, 2013 at Midway Christian Church Pastor John Burchfield and Pastor George Secrist officiating. Flowers are accepted or donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. The burial will follow the service at Barrow Memorial Gardens, Winder. Smith Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.