Jimmie Doyle Haefele, 71, died February 8, 2006.
A native and longtime resident of CA, he was the son of the late Leonard R. and Eva Schneringer Haefele.
A retired minister, Mr. Haefele served in child evangelism and director of music. He taught piano and was a talented artist and chef.
Memorial services will be held Thursday, February 9, 2006 at Athens First United Methodist Church Chapel with Rev. Dan Maxey officiating.
Survivors include his wife, Joyce; children, Charlyn Tuter, Mark Haefele and John Doyle Haefele; sister, June DeFoer and grandchildren, Russell and Chris O'Brien, Jennifer Tuter, Shelby, Mikayla and Kendra Haefele.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association.
Lord and Stephens, EAST is in charge of arrangements.