Obituaries

Apr 17, 2026

Sharon Lea Pearson, age 76, of Woodstock, Georgia, peacefully fell asleep in death on April 17, 2026.

She was born on July 21, 1949, in Waterloo, Iowa, the eldest of six children born to Donald L. Morehead Sr. and Virginia Moore Morehead. As the oldest, Sharon naturally carried a strength and sense of responsibility that would shape the way she loved...

Apr 12, 2026

Apr 1, 2026

Scott R. DeVore, a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend. A man known for his sense of humor and kind heart. Born on November 13th, 1964 In Spartanburg, South Carolina. Passed away peacefully on April 1st, 2026 in Lindale, GA at the age of 61 from complications due to heart failure along with other health conditions. From birth he...

Mar 10, 2026

Jan 16, 2026

Jan 16, 2026

Mileston Cooper was Born in Ehrhardt, South Carolina and spent most of her young years in Orangburge SC. Mileston made her way up north to Brooklyn NY then Plainfield New Jersey were most of her years was spent. Mileston was a dedicated servant in the house of the lord as an usher for many years. 3x’s Usher of the year....

Sep 25, 2025

Joyce Emerson Ray, age 100, of Sandy Springs, passed away peacefully on September 25, 2025. Born February 13, 1925 originally from Bolivar, TN, she was the oldest of seven children and the last surviving sibling. Joyce spent most of her adult life in Tennessee and Atlanta, GA. She was married for 62 years to Howard Thomas Ray, Sr. She had...

Sep 3, 2025

Ryan Daniel Payne was a brilliant and radiant soul who left us far too soon at 39 on September 3, 2025. Born on July 10, 1986, in Marietta, Georgia, and lovingly raised by Carol and Mark Foutch, Ryan’s gentle heart, warmth, and unwavering kindness brought comfort and light to everyone lucky enough to know him.Raised between Denver and Georgia, Ryan...

Aug 19, 2025

Mr. Anthony Williams, of Atlanta, died August 19, 2025.  Mr. Williams was an Army Veteran and will be buried at Georgia National Cemetery with honors.  The funeral will be held on Monday, September 15, 2025, 12:00 PM, in the chapel of Georgia Funeral Care, Acworth, GA.  A visitation will be held prior to the funeral from 10:00 AM - 12:00...

May 10, 2025

Richard (Dicky) Adams, age 76, passed away on May 10, 2025 at Southwest Christian Care in Union City, Ga. Dicky was born February 9, 1949 in Atlanta, Georgia to Richard and Katherine Adams. He grew up in the city of Hapeville and worked as a policeman and a detective at the City of Hapeville Police Department and upon retirement continued...

May 9, 2025

Jimmy (Jim) Graves, age 80 passed away peacefully at home on May 9, 2025. Jim was born in Rising Star, Texas; he was the son of the late Samuel Graves and the late Tommie Graves. He moved to Atlanta as a young child. He is survived by his beloved wife and best friend of 41 years, Rhonda Graves, daughters Leigh...

Mar 30, 2025

Lance Corporal Eric B. Phelps, a proud veteran of the United State Marine Corp, passed away Sunday March 30 th , 2025, at his family’s home in Cumming, Georgia. He was 36 years old.

Born June 10, 1988, at Kennestone Hospital in Marietta, Georgia, Eric was the beloved and eldest son of Joseph and Stephanie Phelps. He spent his childhood in...

Mar 29, 2025

Patricia Ann WoosterAugust 19, 1945 – March 29, 2025Powder Springs, GA

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing ofPatricia Ann Wooster, age 79, who passed away peacefully at her homein Powder Springs, Georgia, on March 29, 2025. Patricia was bornon August 19, 1945, in Westminster, South Carolina, to the lateWilliam Sylvester Rhodes and Inez Rhodes.

Patricia was married to...

Mar 8, 2025

"Michael Anthony Cochran joined his beloved parents with the Lord on March 8th 2025, passing away peacefully. He was born on June 23rd 1957 in Dalton, Georgia. He spent his youth surrounded by many loving friends and family. He worked hard to provide for his family his entire life, having spent much of his teenage years and entire adult life...

Mar 3, 2025

Gerald Monroe Lewis passed away March 3rd, 2025 peacefully to be reunited with his beloved wife, Debbie Lewis. He was known for his love of motorcycles (HD), spending time with friends and family, and his dog diesel. He has 2 daughters; Kimberly Flores and Kristi Kennedy. His most cherished title was "pawpaw" to 6 grandkids and 3 great grandkids. Thank...

Feb 19, 2025

Verbon “Junior” Johnson, 84, of Cartersville, Georgia passed away peacefully at his

home surrounded by family on February 20, 2025. He retired from Shaw Industries after

34 years. He was an avid fisherman, enjoyed hunting, and bowling. His greatest

pleasure was spending time with his grandkids and his beloved dog “Lil Man”.

He is preceded in death by his grandson Leroy Cole, his parents...

Jan 23, 2025

Michael Christopher Raker, 59, passed away peacefully on January 23,

2025, at his home in Alpharetta, surrounded by his family. This marked the

end of his thirteen-month Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) journey.

Mike was born on September 29, 1965, to Joseph (Joe) and Eppie Raker in

Jacksonville, Florida. He grew up on South Edgewood Avenue with his

younger brother Mark. He spent many summers visiting...

Jan 3, 2025

Mary Marlene Miller

Marlene died unexpectedly Friday morning January 3, 2025, in her sleep while at her daughter’s home in

Elijah, GA. She had been disabled for many years with health issues most recently lung cancer. She was

born May 16, 1960, in Cartersville Georgia the third daughter of the late George Ellis Craig and the late

Mary Ingram Craig Cochran.

In spite of her...

Dec 1, 2024

Mary Judith Brewer “Judy”

December 30, 1934 – December 1, 2024

Mary Judith Hill Brewer “Judy” age 89 of Doraville, Georgia passed away peacefully in her sleep Sunday, December 1, 2024. 

The family will receive friends from 11:00 – 11:30 on Monday, December 9, 2024 prior to the service at the Cowan Historic Mill. Funeral services will be held at 11:30 on December...

Nov 29, 2024

John Melvin Brooks ("JB" or "Paw Paw") 1954 - 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John Melvin Brooks, affectionately known as "JB" or "Paw Paw," on November 29, 2024, at the age of 70 in Cartersville, Georgia. Born in 1954 in Atlanta, Georgia, John was the beloved son of...