Local Obituaries for Families in Acworth, GA, Cobb County and Surrounding Areas.
Douglas Paul Gragg “Pawpaw”
Jan 28, 2021
On January 28, 2021, Douglas Paul Gragg passed away peacefully at home in Franklin, Georgia at age 78. He was born on October 23, 1942 in Globe, Caldwell North Carolina. He was preceded in death by his parents Claude E. Gragg and Daphne Hall. Douglas Paul was survived by his daughters, Connie Smith, husband Steve Smith, Melody Morris, husband...
Martha Janet Beverly
Jan 27, 2021
Martha Janet Beverly, 88, passed away Wednesday, January 27, 2021 in Sandy Springs, GA from complications of Covid-19. Janet was born on October 5, 1932 in Wise, VA to the late William Dewey and Lillian (Scott) Beverly. Janet grew up, raised her family and lived for many years in Wise, VA but later relocated, living in Gatlinburg, TN, Fort...
Joseph Stephen Wilbanks
Jan 25, 2021
October 31, 1952 - January 25, 2021
Steve leaves behind his wife Patricia of 17 years along with several other living family members which include his son Jonathan Wilbanks, his Daughter-in-Law Julie and his two Grandchildren of Pompano Beach Florida. Steve also leaves behind his brother Joseph W. Wilbanks and his Sister-In-Law Debra Wilbanks of Atlanta Georgia and his Sister Joanne...
Mary Theresa Weppelman Paul
Jan 25, 2021
Mary Theresa Weppelman Paul, age 60 of Norfolk, Virginia passed away January 25, 2021. Mary was a Veteran of the United States, serving proudly in the Navy. She was born in Orange Park, Florida in February 1960. Mary Theresa was preceded in death by her father Charles J. Weppelman and a son Kristoffer L. Ritchhart.
Mary is...
Ronnie Mcneal
Jan 24, 2021
Ronnie was born on September 18, 1952 at Kennestone Hospital in Marietta, Ga. and went to McEachern High School in Powder Springs, Ga. Ronnie worked for ADT Security for about 20 years and then had several different careers from Amoco/BP, City of Atlanta to becoming a truck driver before retiring due to health issues. Ronnie was a jack of...
Bobby Wade
Jan 24, 2021
Mr. Bobby Wade, 85, of Cartersville, Ga passed away peacefully Sunday, January 24, 2021.
When Bobby was growing up, he attended Cass High school where he was quite an athlete. He was recognized as an exceptionally gifted baseball player. He graduated in 1955 from Cass High School. In 1959 he was drafted into major league baseball as...
Wiley Oliver Hammonds, Sr.
Jan 22, 2021
Wiley Oliver Hammonds Sr was called home to be with the Lord on Friday January 22 2021 he was born on May 28 1944 in Taylorsville Ga. to Prather Hammonds and Katie Melissa Lindsey He was preceded in death by his sister Gertrude Colston and his youngest son Jonathon Lamar Hammonds He is survived by his twin brother Riley...
Cynthia Claire Lindsey
Jan 21, 2021
Cynthia Claire Lindsey passed away from covid-19 with her family by her side on January 21, 2021 at the age of 61.
Anyone who met Cynthia Lindsey, knew how much love radiated from her heart, but nothing made her happier than the simple things like playing board games with her family, sewing, and spending time with her...
Nicholas S. Whaley
Jan 18, 2021
“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.” - Psalm 23:4
On Monday, January 18, 2021, Nicholas S. Whaley, from Adairsville, GA, loving son, brother, and uncle, passed away at the age of 36.
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Donna Myers
Jan 17, 2021
Donna Myers, long time Acworth resident, died January 17, 2021. Mrs. Myers loving family includes, parents Fredolph and Lela Hawkinson, brothers, Dennis & Clara Hawkinson, Dwight & April Hawkinson, stepchildren, Timothy Myers, Charles Myers, Stephie & Tammy Myers, Gina Reiss, Melody Boschee and Bonnie Singleton. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Justin Sullins, Amber Myers, Helena Myers, Elijah...
Eleanor (Kim) Kavanaugh
Jan 14, 2021
On January 14, 2021 Eleanor (Kim) Kavanaugh passed away peacefully at her home at the age of 86. Kim was born on June 12,1934 in Roanoke Virginia to Leslie and Sally Kimble. She attended Roanoke College where she received her Bachelor’s Degree in Education. She was married to Jerrold Kavanaugh, and had three children, two stepchildren and six grandchildren....
Earl Ray Ashby
Jan 14, 2021
Earl Ray Ashby, 81 of Georgia formerly of Logan County, Ky. departed this earth peacefully on January 14, 2021.
He was an employee of Yellow Freight Trucking Company for many years, lived in the Atlanta area and was a member of Cassville Baptist Church. One of his favorite committees after retirement was hospitality where he delivered meals...
Bernard “Barney” Watt
Jan 13, 2021
On January 13, 2021 Bernard “Barney” Watt passed peacefully at home in Acworth, GA at age 75 after a long battle with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. He was born at San Diego Naval Hospital to Ray and Betty Watt on December 12, 1945.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Betty and Ray, biological father, Bernard Knettel,...
John J. Pershin White
Jan 12, 2021
John J. Pershin White, 89, of Adairsville, GA died Tuesday January 12,2021. John was born December 10, 1931 in Gilmer County to the late John Franklin White and Ivy Bowen White. He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Jackson White, sisters Laura White, Goldie Mote, Corrine Lomas, Mary Lilly and brother Franklin (Bud) White. He is survived...
Mary Elizabeth Mccoy (Nee Bain)
Jan 11, 2021
Mary Elizabeth McCoy (nee Bain), age 61, of Woodstock, Georgia passed away on Monday, January 11, 2021.
A 500 page book would not do justice to Mary’s life, much less an obituary. Respected by her peers, adored by her children and grandchildren, and loved by her friends, Mary had no enemies – except for the Best Buy...
Margaret Priscilla Cloyd Hinze
Jan 10, 2021
Margaret Priscilla Cloyd Hinze passed away on January 10, 2021.
She was born in Columbia, SC on September 26, 1943 to W. Joseph Cloyd & Doris Asbill Cloyd. She Graduated from Dreher High School and attended The University of South Carolina before her marriage to David Hopewell Hinze on January 24, 1964.
She was the...
Dennis Erazo
Jan 10, 2021
Dennis Erazo AKA “Tito” 1968-2021
Dennis Erazo, 52, passed away on Sunday January 10,2021. Born in the month of August 1968. In Brooklyn, NY and Raised in Chicago, Il. Tito is survived by his mother Leonor Rivera. His Wife of 19 years Maria Erazo. Children David and Eric. Siblings Jackie Erazo, Greda Erazo, Monica Figueroa & Brother...
Deborah Kay Lee-Jones
Jan 8, 2021
Deborah Kay Lee-Jones, age 59, of Hampton, GA, passed away Friday January 8, 2021. She was born August 24, 1961 in Merryville, TN. She grew up with 3 younger siblings, Charles Steven Melson, whom has preceded her in death, and her two surviving sisters, Sandra Lee, and Tammy Keown. Mrs. Deborah was also preceded in death by her father,...
Granville “Phil” Louis Phillips Jr.
Jan 7, 2021
Granville “Phil” Louis Phillips Jr., 65, passed away at his home in Cartersville, GA on January 7, 2021. Phil was born on August 7, 1955 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Phil had a laugh and a smile that was contagious. He often shared his love for the water with his family and cherished friends. He enjoyed LSU football,...
Daniel W. Headley
Jan 7, 2021
After a long, well fought battle, Daniel W. Headley, 72, of Kennesaw, Georgia passed on January 7, 2021. He is survived by his wife, Jackie, of 37 years; three stepchildren: Shannon Webb, Sean Webb and wife Basia, and Shelley McNabb; two grandchildren: Paige and Jack; Brother Ron Headley and wife Rita, sister Angela Knight and husband Taso, sister Donna...
