Local Obituaries for Families in Acworth, GA, Cobb County and Surrounding Areas.
George Robert Smith
Apr 14, 2021
George Robert Smith, age 86, of Acworth, GA, died April 14, 2021 at his home. George was born in Atlanta and grew up in historic CabbageTown. He was preceded in death by his wife Margret Smith and is survived by his children, Joseph R. Smith (Linda Livingston), Walter Smith (Victoria), Margaret Ann Fox (Michael), Woody Smith (Susan Smith) and many...
Peter Edward Medley
Apr 12, 2021
On Monday, April 12, 2021, Peter Edward Medley, a loving husband of 70 years and father of three, passed away comfortably at the age of 90, surrounded by family members in his home in Canton, Georgia.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Emma and John Medley, his half-brothers, Jim and Ronnie Quinto, and his son,...
Joseph Peter Bodkin
Apr 10, 2021
Joseph Peter Bodkin, age 89, died 10 April. 2021. He died of complications from Alzheimer’s. He was a self employed private investigator in Chicago Illinois where he was born in 1932 and spent most of his life there and raised his family. He was married to RoseMarie Bodkin, who died in 2016. He is survived by his 4 children, Joseph...
Ray Anthony White
Apr 10, 2021
Ray Anthony White, 65, passed away in Acworth, GA. Ray was a master in Martial Arts and owned New Hope Martial Arts Taekwondo School. He is preceded in death by his mother Alice W. Davis and his brother William P. Davis. Ray is survived by his siblings Roy L. White, Sandra White, Ronald White and Donald Davis, his two...
Dr. Peggy Joyce Langley Payne
Apr 10, 2021
Dr. Peggy Joyce Langley Payne died on April 10, 2021 after a long illness.
She is survived by her daughter Cathy (Bruce) Anderson of Kennesaw, GA, son Jim (Jennifer) Payne of McKinney, Texas, grandchildren Gracie, Abby, Dylan and Hannah, sisters Nella (Jack) Sanders and Nancy (Bob) Milhollin. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband of...
Brian Olcott Laraia
Apr 9, 2021
Brian Olcott LaRaia, born October 19, 1968, in Oneida, NY, died April 9, 2021. Brian grew up in Illian, NY and graduated from Notre Dame High School of Utica and Columbia University in New York City (BA in Asian Studies). He later studied Nietze. He taught English in Japan for almost 3 years and later pursued a career in...
Arnold James Revis "Jim"
Apr 8, 2021
Arnold James Revis "Jim" passed away April 8th, 2021. Arnold was born October 29, 1948 in Marion , NC. Arnold is a retired Army Veteran serving over 20 years. He retired as SFC Revis from 92nd Engineer Battalion, Fort Gordon, GA. Arnold was in Vietnam and Desert Storm.
Arnold met the love of his life , Chong...
Richard Van Laws
Apr 8, 2021
Richard Van Laws was born on April 13, 1944. He passed away on April 8, 2021 from several medical issues. Richard resided in Georgia for forty two years. He was born in Brooklyn, New York. He attended Bishop Loughlin and Boys High School. He received his Bachelor’s Degree from Indiana University where he competed on their track team and...
Andrew (Andy) Beers Hallenbeck
Apr 6, 2021
Andrew (Andy) Beers Hallenbeck, Msgt. USAF retired, passed away on April 6, 2021 at 88 years of age. Originally from Oneida, New York, Andy had many successful and varied career achievements following 22+ years of military service. Andy was the beloved husband of Freda; loving father to Cheryl, Lisa, Krag and Heather Marie; Grandad to Roya, Layla, Emon, Emma...
Alice Ethel Mccarthy
Apr 4, 2021
Alice Ethel McCarthy, age 97, formerly of 14911 Monastery Road Peosta, Iowa passed away on Easter Sunday April 4, 2021 in Acworth, Georgia. She had just celebrated her birthday three days earlier with her family.
Cremation rites have been accorded. A memorial service will be held at a later date so all family and friends may gather...
Curtis James Schenke
Apr 3, 2021
On Saturday April 3, 2021 Curtis James Schenke passed away at the age 64 due to multiple medical illness.
Curtis was born August 16, 1956 in Winnebago Illinois he attended the University of Missouri, where he started his Rugby career. He went on to play for Ramblers Rugby Club in St. Louis MO and Old White Rugby...
Caroline Ann Cabe
Mar 30, 2021
Ms. Caroline Ann Cabe, age 77 of Marietta, Ga. Passed away on Tuesday morning March 30, 2021. She was born April 30, 1943 in Marietta, Ga the daughter of the late Floyd Correl and Ophie S. Cabe. Preceded in death brothers Lester Cabe, Grady Cabe and sister Betty Smith. Survived by sisters Louise Cabe, Linda Cabe, children Donna Mull,...
Ronald Allen Welch
Mar 22, 2021
Ronald Allen Welch, Sr. (Ronnie) wore many hats. He was a son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle, cousin, and friend. He was the second son of seven children, born on June 16, 1946 to the late Thomas Arthur and Rosa Lee (Hill) Welch.
After years of enduring multiple health issues, God in his infinite wisdom...
Cynthia Ann Bauder Nickey
Mar 22, 2021
Cynthia Ann Bauder Nickey, mother of four, daughter, sister, aunt and friend to all, died Monday, March 22, 2021 surrounded by her family.
Cyndi was born in 1970 in Green Bay, Wisconsin to parents Janet Karen and Kenneth Wayne Bauder. Cyndi’s adventure with her family took her to Marquette, MI; Montgomery, AL; New Orleans, LA; Lancaster, PA...
Johnny Lynn (Superman) Danna
Mar 17, 2021
On March 17th, 2021, we lost a devoted, father, grandfather and husband. Johnny was born on September 28th, 1954 in Atlanta, GA.
Johnny was proceeded in death by his mother, Barbara A Jenkins, his father, Steve Danna, and brother, David Keith.
Johnny is survived by his wife Susan Danna. His other two siblings: Brian Keith...
Samuel Timothy Croker
Mar 17, 2021
On Wednesday, March 17, 2021, Samuel Timothy Croker, of Woodstock, GA, left his earthly body at the age of 49, after living with lung cancer for 4 years.
Samuel was preceded in death by his father Sam, and twin brothers James and Perry. He is survived by his wife Joye, his 3 children, Sophie, Amelia, and Patrick,...
Dr. James S. ”Doc” Ferguson
Mar 17, 2021
Dr. James S. ”Doc” Ferguson, former director of University of Alabama “Million Dollar Band” and the “Pride of the South Marching Band“ at the University of Mississippi passed away at the age of 85 on March 17, 2021. At the time of his death he resided in Woodstock, Georgia with his wife, Micki, his puppies, Gracie and Lucy and...
William C. Boggs, Jr.
Mar 13, 2021
William C. Boggs, Jr. passed away Saturday, March 13, 2021 following a courageous battle with cancer. William was born in Columbia, South Carolina on December 17th, 1963 and was the third child of William Boggs Sr. and Ann Steele. He spent his childhood years in Columbia, where he graduated from AC Flora High School. After spending some time at...
Nancy Elizabeth Spivak
Mar 11, 2021
Nancy Elizabeth Wintrode was born to Glenn and Elizabeth Wintrode, and raised in Bel Air, Maryland. She was a creative child, and grew to be an accomplished painter, writer, model, and actress.
Nancy attended the University of Maryland, then moved to Gadsden, Alabama after marriage. She was active in her church and worked with the food distribution...
Mr. Jon L. Phillips
Mar 10, 2021
Mr. Jon L. Phillips 11/18/1936 - 3/10/2021 It is with a heavy heart to share that our Dad, Jon Phillips passed away 3-10-2021, after his treatment with dialysis.
Jon is now with our Holy Father at peace and without pain. Jon graduated from Brown High School and attended Georgia Tech. Jon was talented in many areas, such...
