Timothy Shawn “Tim” Strait, age 52 of Clarkesville, passed away Friday, January 20, 2017. Born in Gainesville, Georgia on September 26, 1964 he was a son of Regina Bacon Strait of Clarkesville and the late Ronald E. Strait. Mr. Strait was a self employed truck driver and enjoyed fishing and drawing. He served his country proudly in the United States Navy and was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a brother, Tony V. Strait. In addition to his mother, he is survived by brothers, Joe Strait and Andy Strait both of Clarkesville; sister and brother-in-law, Laura & Dennis Bearce of Lavallete, WV; also numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held at 5:00 pm Saturday, January 21, 2017, at the Chapel of McGahee-Griffin & Stewart with Rev. Terry Rice officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home one hour prior to the memorial service. An online guest register is available and may be viewed at www.mcgaheegriffinandstewart.com. McGahee-Griffin & Stewart Funeral Home (706-778-8668) and Habersham Crematory of Cornelia are in charge of arrangements.