Obituaries

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...

Nov 26, 2024

Mrs. Gloria Jean Braddock, age 77, went home to be with our Lord on Tuesday, November 26, 2024. She was the beloved wife of the late Michael Carlyle Braddock and loving mother of Michael B. Braddock, Deanna Rechsteiner and Cheryl Nordin.  Gloria was born on December 31st, 1946, in Miami, Florida. She was the eldest of five children born...

Nov 21, 2024

Caitlin Nicole Ruggiero

2/16/86-11/21/24

 It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of my daughter Caitlin Ruggiero,

age 38 of Acworth, GA. She was the daughter of Janet Ruggiero and the late Joseph

Ruggiero.

Caitlin had a bigger- than- life personality and could always make you laugh and

brighten your day, despite her own personal struggles in life. She had been working

towards a...

Nov 20, 2024

Jennifer Lynn (Wooton) Young, 33 of Cartersville, Georgia passed peacefully on 11/20/2024 surrounded  by loved ones.  Jennifer loved unconditionally with a big heart that truly expressed empathy for anyone’s pain and  rejoiced greatly with everyone’s achievements.  Her laugh was contagious and would brighten any room. She had a great sense of humor and was the  life of the party...

Nov 17, 2024

Dr. Stephen H. Barnes

March 28, 1946 - November 17, 2024

Dr. Stephen H. Barnes passed away in the early morning hours of November 17, 2024, at age 78, in Cartersville, Georgia. Steve was whip-smart, well-read, hard-working, and kind. He was a Mason and a lifetime member of the Episcopal church. He closely followed both...

Nov 11, 2024

Carol Leigh Gresehover

Carol Leigh Gresehover (née Rogers) passed away in Austell, Georgia, on Monday, November 11, 2024, after a short illness. She died peacefully, surrounded by her loving family. She was 74 years old.

Carol was born in Louisville, Kentucky, but was mostly raised with her sister by a single mother in...

Nov 9, 2024

Allen E. Fegley Jr. September 13, 1934 – November 9, 2024

Allen E. Fegley Jr., age 90, of Acworth, GA, passed away on Saturday, November 9, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones.

Born on September 13, 1934, in Pine Grove, Pennsylvania, Allen was preceded in death by his parents, Allen E....

Nov 5, 2024

Barbara Brown Arnold, age 90, of Cartersville, GA, passed away on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. She was born on June 8, 1934, in Dawsonville, AL, to Luther and Nannie Brown. Barbara grew up on Sand Mountain, AL, where she graduated from Geraldine High School.

In December of 1951, she moved to Acworth, GA, with her husband, Johnny...

Nov 4, 2024

Douglas Edward Marlin

Douglas Edward Marlin, age 63, of Acworth, Georgia, passed away peacefully at his home on November 4, 2024.

Doug was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Carol Marlin. He is survived by his beloved wife, Donna Marlin; his children, Sasha Anne Freeman (Evan), Lydia Ware (Steven), and Tanner Marlin (Caroline);...

Nov 2, 2024

Clifford Earl McFarland November 17, 1955 – November 2, 2024

Clifford Earl McFarland, age 68, passed away on Saturday, November 2, 2024, in Acworth, Georgia.

Cliff was born in Killeen, Texas, and spent much of his life in Houston and Pasadena, Texas. He graduated from Sam Rayburn High School in 1973 and later...

Nov 2, 2024

Larry Camp

February 26, 1939 - November 2, 2024

Larry Eugene Camp passed away early Saturday morning, Nov. 2, 2024, peacefully at his home in Carrollton, Ga. He was 85 years old. He was born Feb. 26, 1939, in Villa Rica, Ga. He served in the U.S. Navy from July 31, 1956, through Jan. 14,...

Nov 2, 2024

Frederick McCray Jr., born on April 7, 1983, in Tarrytown, New York, passed away on November 2, 2024. He was the beloved firstborn son of Anne Johnson and Frederick McCray Sr.

Frederick, affectionately known by many names—including “Casanova Frankenstein,” “Jefe the Great,” “Fred Deezy,” “Fred Diesel,” “Fred,” and “Frederick”—was a son, brother, nephew, devoted uncle, and friend....

Oct 25, 2024

Don Davis

Don Davis, age 80, of Cave Spring, Georgia, passed away on Friday, Oct. 25, 2024, surrounded by his family. Born in Gainesville, Florida, in 1944, Don was a lifelong Florida Gators fan, always cheering for his beloved Orange and Blue. He was the son of Raymond and Vera Davis and spent his early years in...

Oct 24, 2024

Charles Norman Rosser, Jr.

December 24, 1958 – October 24, 2024

Charles Norman Rosser, Jr. passed away on October 24, 2024, while enjoying one of his favorite pastimes. Born on December 24, 1958, and raised in Centre, Alabama, Charles dedicated his life to his family, friends, and the Cartersville community.

A...

Oct 21, 2024

Timothy Stadfeld

Timothy Stadfeld, 77, passed away on October 21, 2024, in Marietta, Georgia. At his request, there will be no memorial service; however, graveside services will be held on Monday, October 28, 2024, at 1 PM at the Georgia National Cemetery, located at 1080 Scott Hudgens Dr., Canton, GA. Tim was born on June 16, 1947,...

Oct 18, 2024

Teressa Delayne "Teri" Lee , 63, passed away on October 18, 2024, in Carrollton, GA. Born on March 26, 1961, Teri dedicated much of her life to law enforcement, serving with the Acworth Police Department and as Director of the Police Explorers at the Powder Springs Police Department. Her passion for mentoring youth was recognized with numerous...

Oct 16, 2024

Jeannettee Ann Crider Smith "Grandma" July 20, 1933 – October 16, 2024

Jeannettee Ann Crider Smith, lovingly known as "Grandma," passed away peacefully at her home in Acworth, Georgia, on October 16th, surrounded by her devoted family. She was 91 years old.

Born: Monroe, Louisiana, on July 20, 1933...