Nov 17, 2023

Bonnie Grant Hunter Bishop, the second daughter of John P. Hunter and Ann Egleston Hunter was born 2/19/49 in Tupelo, Mississippi. Her sister, Ann (1946) was already residing there. Her brother, John P. Hunter III (1950), and sisters, Dede (1952) and Becky (1954) completed the family.

Bonnie was survived by her husband, Dennis Bishop; daughter, Jenny R. Henle; son, Doug...

Nov 16, 2023

In loving memory of Brad Monroe Kelley, a cherished husband, father, son, and grandfather. Known for his love of family, Brad found joy in the company of his wife, Barrie Bolton, and daughters, Leighann Taylor and Heather Kelley. His adoration extended to his grandchildren, Kayden Calicott, Sammie Calicott, and Brody McGinn, as well as his son-in-law Brad Taylor and their...

Nov 15, 2023

Gladys Wilkins Burney

July 16, 1927 - November 15, 2023

Gladys Burney passed away peacefully on November 15th when God reached down, took her hand and led her to heaven.

Gladys was born on July 16, 1927 in DeKalb County, Georgia. She is preceded in death by her parents Scott and Willie Wilkins, her siblings Olin Burney, Doc Burney and Pauline Mills and...

Nov 13, 2023

Dorothy Grant of Birmingham, Alabama, received her wings on November 13, 2023. She was a devoted Christian that always made it a priority to put her faith first and into action. Additionally, she was baptized at First Baptist Church in Ensley, Alabama.

Dorothy met her former husband Darby Penman in Ensley, Alabama. Their union brought forth two illustrious son's, DeShawn Penman...

Nov 12, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Angelina "Evangelia" Katsoudas on November 12, 2023. She was born on December 20, 1932, in Piraeus, Greece. She married Angelo G. Katsoudas and immigrated to the United States in 1958. They lived in Thomasville, GA where they raised their family. They owned and operated the Zestos Drive In.

She...

Nov 11, 2023

Linda Hrenko passed into God's hands on November 11, 2023 after

a heroic 4 year fight with ALS.

Linda Baker was born March 1948. She grew up in Jersey Shore

and graduated from Jersey Shore High School and attended

Technical School in Washington, DC. In 1970 she met her soon to

be husband, Karl Hrenko, who was working in Washington, DC.

They married in 1972 and...

Nov 10, 2023

Bill was born in Sturgis, Mississippi. He was the only son of Rev. William Miles Wright and Mary Florra Duncan Wright. He grew up in several Mississippi towns, including Brooksville, and Columbus. Bill received his B.A. from Millsaps College in Jackson, Mississippi and his Master of Social Work from Vanderbilt University in 1953. He served in the U.S. Army in...

Nov 9, 2023

Jean Kramer Campbell, 97, died November 9, 2023, at her home in Decatur, Georgia. She was born in Paterson, New Jersey on December 26, 1925, to parents Fred Ernest and Mary Bartels Kramer. Older siblings included Helen Sterner, Ruth Crumley and Louis Kramer. Her family moved to Dallas, Texas, when she was very young where she attended school. In Dallas,...

Nov 8, 2023

James Michael Johnson (1956-2023)

James "Michael" Johnson was born in Northampton, MA to Richard and Shirley Johnson. He was raised in the Catholic faith and was a passionate follower of Jesus Christ. His life on earth ended this past Wednesday morning November 8, 2023 at his home in Decatur, GA after a valiant struggle to survive esophageal cancer.

Michael never met a...

Nov 7, 2023

George H. Beazley passed away on November 07, 2023, at the age of 79 years old. George was born in Washington, Georgia on March 25, 1944, to Alexander H. Beazley, Jr., and Ora Hendry Beazley. He spent his early years in Crawfordville, Georgia, then moved to Savannah where he attended elementary and high school. In 1963 he moved to Atlanta...

Nov 6, 2023

Dr. Mary Lynn Crews (1971 - 2023)

Dr. Mary Lynn Crews, Age 52, of Atlanta, GA, passed away on Monday November 6, 2023 surrounded by her family. She was born in Morehead, KY on March 12, 1971 to Larry and Alice Crews. Dr. Crews graduated from East Hardin High School in 1989, obtained her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the...

Nov 5, 2023

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of T'Shauna Mae Henry, born on February 1, 1997, in Lawrenceville, GA, to the loving embrace of John R. Henry and Sandra M. Henry. Alongside her devoted brothers, Stefan S. Henry and Kenneth G. Henry, T'Shauna's radiant spirit touched the lives of many.

A true artistic soul, T'Shauna's talents knew no bounds. She excelled...

Nov 5, 2023

Nov 4, 2023

Charles Eric Baca was born on January 23rd, 1970 in Liverpool, NY. He was raised in Syracuse and graduated high school from the Christian Brothers Academy. Growing up, Eric played baseball, wrestled, and became a karate black belt and instructor. He attended Clarkson University on an ROTC scholarship and earned his Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering. After college, he served...

Nov 4, 2023

When Ethan was born with Down Syndrome forty-four years ago, we were initially

devastated. At that time, our daughter Pilar was seven years old, and our son Seth was five. As we cared for Ethan through the years, we received many blessings.

Our two older children's lives have been enriched in many ways. Our son Seth was determined that Ethan was going...

Nov 4, 2023

Theron "Ted" Crawford Stripling, Jr., 85 of Atlanta, passed away in his home under the care of his wife, Mary Griffin Davis Stripling, on Saturday, November 04, 2023. They were married 63 years, parents to Theron "Trey" Crawford Stripling, III and Beverly Ann Stripling.

Ted was born November 19, 1937, to Theron Crawford Stripling, Sr. and Beatrice Brown Stripling. They lived...

Nov 3, 2023

It is with a profound sense of loss and sadness to announce that Karen Fors Brown, 52, of Decatur, GA passed away peacefully after a long battle with breast cancer on Friday, November 3, 2023, surrounded by family.

Although she was born in Madison, Wisconsin on August 3, 1971, she spent most of her childhood growing up in Stone Mountain, GA,...

Oct 31, 2023

Samuel Vincent Baca, born May 5th, 2003 in Decatur, GA passed away suddenly on October 31st, 2023 at the age of 20.

Sam was a bright, creative, caring, and hardworking individual of remarkable kindness and strength. Sam's passions included fishing, cars, lacrosse, and a multitude of other interests that enriched not only his life, but also the lives of those who...

Oct 29, 2023

Dana (Danna) Lane Sanders died peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family, on Sunday, October 29th. Despite enduring a long fight against cancer, Danna lived life well, prioritizing who and what she loved the most. Her mission was not only to survive, but to thrive - with compassion, warmth, graciousness, and style.

She was a native Atlantan, born February 18,...

Oct 28, 2023

Josephine Richardson Jenkins, 97, a native Atlantan, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2023.

"All people die, but not all people live", Josephine lived! She was born on Hurt Street in Atlanta to John Bryon and Charlie Richardson. Her sisters and brothers, all preceding her in death - Erma, Earl, Wilson, J.B.,and Kathleen - all created lasting memories from enjoying days...