Jul 7, 2017

Daniel Mercer Grimes, Sr., age 81, passed away July 7, 2017. Danny is the son of James Rivers Grimes and Annie Maude Mercer. Danny was born August 26, 1935 in Milledgeville, GA, where he was raised and attended Georgia Military College. After graduating from GMC, he went on to obtain degrees in Business and Law from the University of Georgia,...

Jul 7, 2017

Chris Allan Frith, born on May 27, 1960, died at age 57 on July 7, 2017 at home in Stone Mountain, GA. He is survived by his mother, Joanne Frith; sister, Susan Traver; niece, Marrisa Giles and her husband, Cory. The funeral will be on Tuesday, July 25, 2017 in the Chapel at Smoke Rise Baptist Church, 5901 Hugh Howell...

Jul 6, 2017

Thomas "Tom" Millin, 83 of Atlanta, passed away on Thursday, July 6, 2017, after a long battle with cancer. Tom was born to Samuel John and Rochina Millin on May 21, 1934 in Queens, NY. After a stint in the U. S. Navy he went to work for I.B.M. for the next 35 years, where he retired as a Senior...

Jul 5, 2017

Beatrice Antley died on July 5, 2017 at the age of 102. She was a mother, wife and sister, devoted to her family and church throughout her life. She was a good, sweet, hard-working lady who loved many and was loved and respected in return. She will be missed by her family and those who knew her. Known to her...

Jul 5, 2017

The lovely Bernadette Constance passed away unexpectedly early morning on July 5, 2017 at DeKalb Medical Center. Bernadette was loved by many and will be forgotten by none. Her carefree spirit was inviting, her style was fierce, her laughter was contagious and her smile is something we will never forget. Bernadette had a wonderful education and her dedication to learning...

Jul 4, 2017

Joan Kathleen Bjork passed away peacefully on July 4th, 2017 after a short illness at the age of 86. She resided at Clairmont Place in Decatur, GA for the past 7 years where she made many friends with both residents and staff. She was born in Elgin, IL and lived in Crystal Lake, IL for her entire childhood. After graduation...

Jul 4, 2017

Leighton Burroughs Deming, Jr., 73, of Cumming, GA, passed away on July 4th, 2017 in Cumming, GA. Leighton was born in Royston, GA to Leighton Burroughs Deming, Sr. and Martha Ellen Phillips Deming on September 10, 1943. He graduated from Cross Keys High School in 1961. He graduated from Reinhardt College and attended Oglethorpe University. He earned JD and LLM...

Jul 3, 2017

Frances "MeMa" Smith, 97, of Stockbridge, beloved wife and mother, died Monday, July 3, 2017. Born May 20, 1920, in Thomson, GA, she was the daughter of the late Beverly Allen and Florence Waddell Anchors. MeMa is survived by her three sons, Melvin A. Smith and his wife, Gail, Dr. Alan D. Smith and his wife, Stephanie, and Don S....

Jul 2, 2017

Walter Ray Brown Husband, father, son, brother, grandfather, Bulldog fan, lover of the Braves, and world class gardener. Exceptional man with the driest wit and sweetest, slyest smile ever. He will be greatly missed and yet memories and stories will keep him with us forever. Ray was a member of Jackson Hill Baptist Church and then Briarlake Baptist Church for...

Jul 2, 2017

Catherine Chase Boring passed away on the morning of July 2, 2017 at her home in Decatur with her husband and three children close by. She was 67 years old. Cathy will always be remembered for her compassion, love of nature, intelligence, and her commitment to her friends, family, and community. Born to John Alden and Mary Eleanor Chase in...

Jul 2, 2017

Walter Lee Rowe, Jr., 60, of Stone Mountain, Georgia passed away on July 2, 2017 at Harbor Grace Hospice from medical complications. Walter was born in Atlanta, Georgia on March 3, 1957. A native of Decatur, GA, Walter is a graduate of Georgia State University. His parents, Walter Lee Rowe, Sr. and Mamie Snead Rowe, preceded Walter in death. He...

Jul 2, 2017

Ruth Adelaide Jones Harris, former wife of Floyd O. Harris, Jr, transitioned from this world Sunday evening, July 2, 2017. Born in 1925 at her family home in Katesville, NC, Ruth was an entrepreneurial woman with a strong commitment to her family, her church, her garden club, and her circle of friends. Among her many varied and interesting occupations: she...

Jul 1, 2017

Lucy Julia Mele Harris went to join Stanley her husband, Susan her oldest daughter, Farrah her former canine roommate and others in her family on 7/1/2017, dying peacefully in her sleep at the age of 91 years, 6 months and 18 days. She leaves behind her daughter Linda, her son and daughter-in-law Robert and Kristen, her son-in-law John, her granddaughters...

Jul 1, 2017

Lucy Julia Mele Harris went to join Stanley her husband, Susan her oldest daughter, Farrah her former canine roommate and others in her family on 7/1/2017, dying peacefully in her sleep at the age of 91 years, 6 months and 18 days. She leaves behind her daughter Linda, her son and daughter-in-law Robert and Kristen, her son-in-law John, her granddaughters...

Jul 1, 2017

Julia Ann Andrews Obituary June 12, 1958 - July 1, 2017 Julia Ann Andrews, age 59, of Lithonia, Georgia died Saturday, July 1, 2017 at Emory Midtown Hospital. A memorial service will be held Thursday, July 7, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at Decatur First Christian Church with Rev. Dr. James Brewer-Calvert officiating. Visitation will be an hour before the service...

Jun 29, 2017

Charles Michael Pitts, 70, of Avondale Estates lost his long, courageous battle with cancer on June 29, 2017. Michael was born in Evergreen, Alabama, April 24, 1947, son of Mary Lena Foreman Pitts and Charles Hiram Pitts. The family moved to Georgia in 1950. Michael served in the United States Air Force 1966-1970. He served in Vietnam from 1968-1969. He...

Jun 27, 2017

Alice Lee Wallace, 98, died peacefully on June 25, 2017. She was born October 26, 1918 in Atlanta, GA, the daughter of William Milner Wallace and Carlene Ambrose Wallace. She has lived in Vero Beach since 1987, relocating from Decatur, GA. Alice attended the University of Georgia Junior College in Atlanta and worked for forty-four years, mostly as a secretary....

Jun 23, 2017

Aurena Mae "Rena" Burgess, 94, of Decatur, passed away in Gainesville, GA, on Friday, June 23, 2017. Born November 9, 1922, in Ashburn, GA, she was the daughter of the late James Rowland and Aurena Evans Burgess. Rena was very proud to have worked for the Department of the U.S. Navy during WWII in Washington, D.C. before returning to Georgia...

Jun 23, 2017

Jun 22, 2017

Jane Jacob Thomas, 91, of Atlanta, beloved wife and mother, passed away Thursday, June 22, 2017. Born February 14, 1926, in Greensboro, NC, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Helen Jacob. Jane grew up in Decatur, GA, and graduated from Decatur Girl’s High School and later from Agnes Scott College. Jane was the third of the four...