Michael Allen Nations, age 56, of Gainesville passed away Friday, October 26, 2018. He loved life and was a very care free person. He lived in Gainesville all of his life. Survivors include his brothers Dale Barrett of Baldwin; Rex Barrett of August, and Ray Barrett of Gainesville; sister Legita Parris of Gainesville; and other relatives. He is preceded in death by his father James Nations and mother Ethelene Hooper. Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53, Hoschton, GA 30548, www.lawsonfuneralhome.org, 706-654-0966.