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Why Plan Ahead? Peace of Mind Many who have undergone the emotional strain of arranging a funeral within hours of losing a loved one have made the choice to pre-plan their own funeral. Doing so lifts the burden from their loved ones by relieving decision-making pressure at a time of grief and emotional stress. Personal Choice Funeral arrangements are a deeply personal choice. Pre-planning provides you with the time needed to make practical, detailed decisions that reflect your standards, lifestyle, taste and budget. And we assure you and your family that the choices you make will be carried out as planned. Lower Costs When you finalize your plan, we can advise you of the total cost. You do not have to set aside funds for your plan, but doing so protects you against escalating funeral costs. By locking in today's funeral costs and ensuring that the necessary funds are set aside, you help relieve yourself of unnecessary future worry and your survivors of an unexpected expense. |

| Mrs. Rutha Berry age 88, of Dahlonega, Ga. died April 11, 2010. Mrs. Berry was a lifelong resident of Dahlonega. She was the daughter of the late Johnnie Wesley Rider and Tinnie Seabolt Rider. She was also preceded in death by her husband Johnny Berry, a daughter Evelyn Shaprio. Sisters; Clifford Wilkins, Carrie Bingham, Madge Newberry, Oma Lee Black, Floye Moss and Nettie Collins. Brothers; Cardo and Cicero Rider. She is survived by her son; Raymond Berry, Dahlonega, Ga. Son in law; Mark Shaprio, Fountain Valley, California. Numerous nieces and nephews also survive. Memorial services for Mrs. Berry will be held Wednesday April 14, 2010 at 1:30 pm at Banister Funeral Home Chapel in Dahlonega. Phil Donehoo will officiate. Interment will follow in Mt. Hope Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 12:30pm til 1:30 pm at the funeral home. Banister Funeral Home of Dahlonega is in charge of arrangements. |