Mr. Donald Jerry “Squirrel” Carlan: Obituary

Mr. Donald Jerry “Squirrel” Carlan, age 68, of Jasper passed away Tuesday, November 10, 2015 at Sonshine Manor in Jasper.

Mr. Carlan was a member of the Yarrab Shrine Temple, a member of Blaine Lodge #534, and Honorary Past Master of Blaine Lodge #534.

Mr. Carlan is survived by sons and daughters-in-law, Aaron and Janie Carlan of Jasper, Joe and Brenda Kay Carlan of Jasper; brothers, Ron Carlan, Tony Carlan; sister, Jan Tate; sister-in-law, Ginny Carlan; grandchildren, James Carlan, Ethan Carlan, and D.J. Carlan. Several nieces, nephews, and other family members also survive.

The Funeral Service will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, November 13, 2015 at the Chapel of Roper Funeral Home with Reverend Max Caylor officiating. Interment will follow at Sunrise Memorial Gardens with a Masonic Graveside Service.

Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 11, 2015; 9:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 12, 2015; and from 9:00 a.m. until the funeral hour on Friday, November 13, 2015.

The family will accept flowers or donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association in honor of Don.

Arrangements are entrusted to the staff of Roper Funeral Home & Crematory in Jasper, GA.

Online condolences can be made at www.roperfuneralhome.com.