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Richard "Gary" Houck
Mar 11, 2025
Richard Gary Houck passed away on March 11, 2025 after a brief illness. Gary was born in Albany, New York and raised in Slingerlands. He attended Bethlehem Central High School, Class of 1963, and graduated from Lycoming College in 1967. He was an active participant in all school activities and is remembered by members of the Class of 1963...
Otto Ruckwardt
Feb 15, 2025
Otto Ruckwardt, 73, passed away on February 15, 2025, at 6:22 PM, surrounded by his loving family. Born on August 27, 1951, in Guatemala, Otto’s life was a testament to hard work, perseverance, and unwavering devotion to his family.
In pursuit of a better future, Otto moved to New York, where he met the love of his...
David Herman Hembree
Jan 10, 2025
Mr. David Herman Hembree, age 70, passed away peacefully in Powder Springs, Georgia, on January 10, 2025.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Sunday, January 26, 2025, from 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the White Oak Park Lake View Indoor Pavilion, located at 298 Mustang Drive, Dallas, Georgia, 30157.
David was...
Stephen Peel
Dec 9, 2024
Stephen Peel, a beloved resident of Carrollton, GA, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 9th, 2024, just shy of his 26th birthday. Born on a crisp winter day, Tuesday, December 15th, 1998, in Sandy Springs, Georgia, Stephen's life was a testament to resilience, joy, and the deep love he had for his family and passions.
Despite the...
Kathleen Carol Mcmichael
Dec 8, 2024
Kathleen Carol McMichael, 79 of Bartow County, GA, passed away Sunday, December 8, 2024 at Northside Hospital – Cherokee surrounded by her family. Kathleen, known for many years as Carol, was born in Kingston, Jamaica on March 12, 1945 to Noel and Kay Coxe. At a young age, she moved to Miami, Fla where she was raised with her...
James Daniel Cosby
Nov 27, 2024
James Daniel Cosby, 65, of Ball Ground, GA, went to be with Jesus on Wednesday, November 27, 2024. Mr. Cosby, also known as Dan, Dano, Dan The Man, and Diaper, was born on April 2, 1959 in Pasadena, Texas to the late Willie Cosby and Joan Block Cosby. Dan was a “man’s man” who loved Jesus, hot rods, motorcycles, revving...
Larry Cecil Oliver
Oct 17, 2024
Larry Cecil Oliver passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 17th, 2024, at the age of 72. Born on Wednesday, July 23rd, 1952, in Tennessee, Larry was a kind-hearted gentleman whose warmth and generosity touched the lives of many. Larry proudly served his country as a member of the United States Army, where he developed a strong sense of duty and...
Leasil A. Samples
Jul 22, 2024
Leasil A. Samples 83 of Austell passed away Monday, July 22, 2024. She was born in Memphis, TN on July 26, 1940, to the late Charles and Frances Jacks.
Leasil worked with her husband in his business, Mableton Hauling, for 22 years, they traveled the country together going to various casinos. She loved to play the slot...
Dawn Knighton
Jun 28, 2024
Dawn Knighton, age 74, of Austell, GA entered eternity on June 28, 2024. Dawn was born in Atlanta, GA in 1949. She grew up and spent many of her young adult years in the San Francisco Bay area. She also lived in Carey, NC and Alexandria, VA before settling with her children in Austell, GA. She retired from the...
James Anthony Crowder
Jun 3, 2024
James Anthony Crowder 56 of Atlanta, Georgia passed away Monday, June 3, 2024.
He was born in Atlanta on September 19, 1967, to the late James Curtis and Arvella Crowder.
As an artist, James enjoyed sketching, painting and animation. He was loved by many and will be missed.
He is survived by his...
James "Jim" Arlin White
Dec 27, 2023
James (Jim) Arlin White, formerly of Sun City West, Arizona, passed away peacefully at home in Peachtree City, Georgia, on December 27, 2023, surrounded by his family.
Jim was born July 21, 1926, in Brilliant, Alabama, the sixth of ten children. His parents were James Arlin White, Sr., and Eula Ethel (McRea) White. After his father’s death...
James Walter Hudgins
Oct 1, 2023
James Walter (Walt) Hudgins, Sr.
James Walter (Walt) Hudgins, Sr. was called to heaven on Sunday, October 1, 2023, at 8:30p.m. from his home in Snellville, GA with his loving wife of 31 years by his side. James (Walt) was born in Atlanta, Georgia on November 5, 1940, to Dora L. Collins and James L. Hudgins. He...
Gloria Turner Dugger
Sep 11, 2023
Gloria Turner Dugger, 81, of Senoia, Georgia, passed away on Monday, September 11, 2023, after battling ovarian cancer. She was preceded in death by her sister, Dottie Turner, her parents, Anne C. Turner and Lee H. Turner, and her son-in-law, Marty Nolan. Gloria loved gardening, cooking, music, traveling and all animals, and she spent most of her time doing...
Margaret "Martie" Stewart
Aug 27, 2023
Margaret “Martie” Lin Stewart 56 passed away Sunday, August27, 2023. She was born in Illinois on June 11, 1967, to the late Ronald and Patricia Braasch.
Martie is survived by her significant other of 7 years Michael Jackson, his children Megan Lewis (and her husband Timothy), Brittiney Jackson, Katie Jackson, and 2 grandchildren. Martie was also survived...
Norlyne B. Keahey
Aug 26, 2023
Norlyne B. (Niehus) Keahey, the love of Ken’s life, beloved Mother and cherished Bucky, passed away on August 26, 2023 at age 91. Norlyne was born on March 1, 1932 in Fairmont, OK to Clarence and Clara (Helberg) Niehus.
Norlyne graduated from Garber High School. On September 6, 1956 she married Dr. Kenneth Keahey in Enid, OK...
Linda Kay Boles
Apr 19, 2023
Linda Kay Boles 77, of Dallas, Georgia passed away April 19, 2023. She was born to the late Willie Glen Smith and Rose Taulbert Smith on November 12, 1945, in Oneida, Tennessee.
Linda’s hobbies were gardening and baking. She was the best cook and famous for her fried apple pies. She worked for Daniel’s Nursery...
Nancy Chesser
Mar 19, 2023
Nancy Chesser 67, of Whitesburg, Georgia passed away Sunday March 19, 2023.
She was born in Americus, Georgia to the late Cullen and Nell Miller on March 5, 1956.
Nancy was a caring and kind hearted stubborn woman, she was a great mom to her children and adored her grandchildren. She enjoyed margaritas and cooking....
Thomas Earl Williamson
Feb 5, 2023
Thomas “Earl” Williamson (a.k.a. squirrel) 63 of Austell passed away Sunday, February 5, 2023.
He was born in Atlanta, Georgia to the late Frank and Betty Williamson on July 29, 1959
He is survived by Nieces Christie Jones and Candice Mullins, and a lifelong friend Robert Chesser along with several cousins and an aunt.
...Mary Nell Cheek
Feb 3, 2023
Mary Nell Cheek passed away Friday, February 3, 2023.
She was born in Georgia to the late James and Bessie Rice on September 7, 1931.
She was dedicated to her church and loved to be with her family. She was loved in return and will be greatly missed.
Mary Nell is survived by...
Nolan Hudson Brooks Jr.
Jan 30, 2023
Nolan Hudson Brooks, Jr. passed away Wednesday, January 25, 2023. He was born and raised in Jackson, Mississippi to the late Nolan and Nellie Brooks, Sr. on November 30, 1943. Mr. Brooks graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi with a master’s degree in history. He served as a First Lieutenant with the U.S. Army as a member of the...
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