We love you with all the pieces of our hearts. May you rest in eternal peace.

James “Jimi” Harper, the man, the myth, the legend, but most of all
“HOLLYWOOD!” Jimi was born in 1947 in Selma, AL to Geraldine and James
Reynolds Harper, Sr. He “grew up” mostly in Birmingham, and graduated
from Banks High School in 1966. (Jimi never really grew up.) He
started at Auburn University in Auburn, AL with a wrestling
scholarship, transferred, and received his B.S. in Business
Administration in 1972. He married Barbara Jones in 1973, and they
stayed married for nearly 30 years. After serving in the U.S. Army
from 1979-1983, he eventually settled in Fort Walton Beach, FL and
raised their two children there. Jimi had many careers over the years
in advertising/marketing, and later with adults who have developmental
disabilities. In 2012, he came up with what would be his best idea
ever! Besides having children, of course. He packed his things and
moved to New Orleans, LA! Jimi always loved spontaneity and
adventure, and what better place for this than the Big Easy? He
seemed to have finally found his true calling there living in the
French Quarter working as an actor/movie extra. Jimi had the time of
his life living there and took full advantage of what the city has to
offer. He made many friends and surrounded himself with eclectic
people like himself. He was a most lively man who filled the room
with his presence. To say that he will be missed seems incredibly
cliché and dull, which was never him. His big, bright light has been
extinguished, but he lives on in our hearts through his family and
friends, but most of all through his fantastic stories. He is
survived by his parents, James and Sallie Harper of Dothan, AL; his
daughter and son in law, Melanie and Josh Mickey of Jacksonville, FL;
son and daughter in law, Jay and Amanda Harper of Panama City, FL;
sisters, Gerry Anne Woodward of Ocean Springs, MS and Debbie Hurst of
Huntsville, AL; brothers John Harper of Marietta, GA, Larry Harper of
Panama City, FL and Kevin Harper of Destin, FL; and his adoring
grandchildren Evan, Griffin, Yanni, Rica, and Sofia. Celebrations of
his amazing life will be announced at a later date. In lieu of
flowers and other gestures of sympathy, grab at least one friend, pour
a shot of Jameson Irish Whiskey for each, and yell Woo as you swig!

She was such a perfect girl she loved everybody she helped everybody she did whatever she can to please everyone and now she's gone please watch over us nana

Cornelius David Brown, Lovingly known by most as C.D. went to be with our Heavenly Father on October 23, 2015 at the age of 69. He was at home in Linwood North Carolina surrounded by his family.
Cornelius was a loving Father and Son. He is survived by his children: David Sullivan Brown of Montour Falls, NY, Tammy Marie (James Francis) Woodard of Linwood, NC, Cornelius Steven Brown of Rochester, NY and Bonnie Lou Reynolds of Water Valley, KY. He had six grandchildren: Brittany Lucille (Woodard) White of Asheboro, NC, James Francis Woodard III of Linwood, NC, Ashley Alexis Roude of Long Island, NY, Robert Simpson Woodard of Linwood, NC, Jessica Nicole Reynolds of Frankfort, KY, Courtany Lynn Reynolds of Berea, KY. He had three great grandchildren: Paytin Rose Hamlin and Bella White both of Linwood, NC. He was preceded in death by Dakota James Woodard. He had one true love, Bonnie Marie (Grover) Brown of Trumansburg, NY.
He was also survived by his Mother Beatrice Brown of Montour Falls, NY, two sisters Bertha Deberardinis and Laura Couch, four brothers AJ Brown Jr, Merwin Brown, Joe Brown, Marvin Brown.
Your will forever be in our hearts Dad. We miss you already.

Anthony Zimerla, age 54, died on October 7th 2015 in Wilmington NC surrounded by his family.
He lived in Neptune,NJ.A howell native.
Anthony is survived by his brother Edward Zimerla of Jackson,NJ; his sister Coreen Illiano of Howell,NJ; his brother Carl Zimerla of Sandersville,GA; his brother James Zimerla of Jackson,NJ;his twin sister Barbara Mozine of Sandersville,GA; his sister Marci Layeski of Jackson,NJ and his sister Cheryl Farthing of Sandersville,GA.
Anthony is survived by his children Anthony,Bridget,Anne and son in law joseph nana,Mark,Nick and daughter in law Christina Zimerla,Mary and son in law Jean-Paul Steinberg. A father to Levys,Jasmin and Justin and 11 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.He was a loving father.
Anthony was born on January 21st 1961 in Hillside,NJ to Mary and Carl Zimerla.He attended school in Howell,NJ.He worked as a Carpenter for 40 years.He loved working alongside his brothers and sons.
Anthony loved the outdoors,camping and traveling.He would always share stories of his adventures at Round Valley and Jim Thorpe.He loved sitting with family and friends by a fire singing and playing music.Our home was always full of friends,he was always helping someone or doing whatever someone needed done.He had the biggest heart.He loved his children and adored his grandchildren. He touched many lives and will be dearly missed.

Joel was a steadfast champion of sexuality and gender related rights on the African continent, a Pan Africanist and an unapologetic voice for gender non-conforming people in Africa. His contributions to the movement - all across Africa -have given immensely to the rights and freedoms of many.

Connor Burke, age 49, of Wolfeboro, NH and Harahan, LA (could never make up his mind:), passed away unexpectedly September 30, 2015 in Alexandria, Louisiana.

Connor, (fondly referred to as) "Bones" as a youngster, grew up adventuring thru the woods and boating on Lake Winnipesaukee in Wolfeboro, NH. He later moved to York, PA where he had a good fighting Irish of a time (no matter what he was doing or who he was doing it with.) Connor was a kind, loving soul with a twinkle in his eyes and always the best partner in crime. After graduating high school in 1985 in York and taking a long journey of soul searching, he joined the Navy in 1988-1992. Following his Navy days, he had a long career in truck driving, swiping many parked cars, along the way.

He loved college football. Saturdays during football season you could always find him sitting either at home in his recliner or in a sports bar watching as many TV screens as possible, keeping up with all the games and waiting anxiously for favorite teams, Notre Dame and Alabama, to play. He loved and admired Coaches Lou Holtz and Joe Paterno. His favorite NFL team was the New England Patriots and his favorite MLB team was the Boston Red Sox.

Connor loved being outdoors. He loved the beach, roller blading, running and bike riding. He loved impromptu road trips. The funny thing was, you could always count on him to get you lost. Eventually, he would get back on the right path, but the detour was the best part. Longer road trips always called for the Beach Boys

It is so difficult to write about JAB as we fondly called him back at BMJS in the past tense. He was very adventurous, determined and very empathetic. Our Paley House defender. Jablotunka...you remain forever in our hearts.

Robert Frank (Bobby) Johnson, Sr., 81, loving father, entered enteral peace on October 16, 2015, at the home of his daughter Deana Johnson in Lithonia, Georgia. Born on December 19, 1933 to the late William H. and Willie Mae (Toler) Johnson of Chicago, IL. He lived a full life always demonstrating a loving and charismatic spirit. He spent his formative years in Chicago, IL and later moved to the State of Michigan. A United States Navy Veteran, educated in Chicago IL, public school system, and graduate of the United States Great Lakes Naval Station where he later served in the Korean War. Later he went on to pursue his Bachelor of Science degree from Eastern Michigan University (EMU). While attending the University; Bob met the love of his life Sylvia B. Thomas. Sylvia and Bob married in 1958, later was blessed with 4 amazing children, Robert Jr., Deana, Marsha and Billy Johnson. He exemplified affectionate, strength and passion in all aspect of his life. He was an educator, but later shifted careers in 1963 to accept a position with Ford Motor Company Corporate Office in Dearborn, MI. He held several positions at Ford Motor Company to include Cost Analyst in the Product Engineering Division. He retired from Ford Motor Company in 1992 after 30 years of dedicated service. An athlete at heart, Bob had a strong passion for golfing and bowling. A gifted, accomplished golfer and bowler, a member of a number of prestigious leagues, in which he held several leadership roles. Over the years, he received numerous honors and athletic awards. Bob is a proud member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. (Q). He enjoyed traveling sports, good company and good conversation. He believed in fostering strong family values and relationships. Join us on Saturday October 24, 2015, to pay tribute and celebration of Life of Robert Frank Johnson, Sr.

Celebration of Life, Robert Frank Johnson, Sr.
Date: Saturday October, 24, 2015
Time: Family Hour 12:00-2:00 pm Service: 2:00 pm
Location: Georgia Memorial Park Funeral Home, 2000 Cobb Parkway, SE, Marietta GA 30060, Telephone # 770 432-0771 Fax 770 612-0808,
Funeral Director: Lawrence Camp