Arlin Frank Brookshire, age 77, of Demorest, Georgia passed away on Monday, September 22, 2014 following an extended illness at his residence.
Mr. Brookshire was born December 6, 1936 to the late Frank James Brookshire and Carrie Burrell Brookshire. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Frances Shirley Brookshire; and brother, Garlin Brookshire. He was a member of Mt. Carmel Baptist Church. He was retired from Coca Cola with 35 years of loyal and dedicated service.
He is survived by his daughter and son in law, Linda and Glenn Lovell of Demorest; sons and daughters in law Barry and Rhonda Brookshire, Bruce and June Brookshire, both of Demorest, and son, Randy Brookshire of Demorest; sisters, Wilma Humphries and Fay Newton, both of Demorest, sister, Mildred Locke and spouse Grady of Lula; sister in law, Mary Faye Brookshire of Demorest; seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews.
Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 am, Thursday, September 25, 2014 at Whitfield Funeral Home, North Chapel in Demorest with Rev. Russ Barker officiating. Interment will follow in Yonah Memorial Gardens.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 2-4 pm, and 6-9 pm on Wednesday, September 24, 2014.
Flowers are accepted or memorials may be made to the Mt. Carmel Baptist Church Choir, 988 US 441 Business, Demorest, GA 30535..
Arrangements are in the care of Whitfield Funeral Home, North Chapel, 245 Central Ave, Demorest, GA 30535. (706) 778-1700.
Those wishing to express online condolences to the Brookshire family may do so by visiting www.whitfieldfuneralhomes.com.
