Obituaries
T'Shauna Mae Henry
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...
Charles Baca
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...
Ethan Milledge Spivey
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...
Theron Crawford Stripling, Jr.
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...
Karen Fors Brown
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,...
Samuel Vincent Baca
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...
Dana Lane Sanders
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,...
Josephine Jenkins
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...
Marilyn Hughes
Oct 26, 2023
Marilyn Hughes, beloved daughter, sister, mother, and friend, passed away suddenly in her home on October 26, 2023 in Decatur, GA at the age of 74.
Marilyn was born in Heidelberg, Germany on April 9, 1949 to Mary and Eric Hughes. She spent her earliest years alongside her family in post-war Germany until 1957 when her father, a new foreign service...
Robert Lee Stokes
Oct 25, 2023
Robert Stokes, 91, passed away on October 25, 2023, in McDonough, GA.
The service for Mr. Robert Stokes will be held on Saturday, at 12:00 PM at A.S. Turner & Sons Funeral Home & Crematory.
Visitation: Saturday, at 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM at A.S. Turner & Sons Funeral Home & Crematory.
Burial: Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, College Park, GA.
Mary Virginia Cathcart
Oct 24, 2023
Wife of Dr. J. Noel Cathcart, died peacefully at home in the afternoon of Tuesday, October 24, 2023 in her Conyers, GA home at 92 years of age. She was a New Years Baby born January 1, 1931 in Dallas, TX to Mr. Waverly Thomas Eaves and his wife, Mary Louise Smith Eaves. Shortly afterwards they moved back home to...
Lula Pryles Alexander
Oct 24, 2023
Lula Pryles Alexander , a native Atlantan, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 24th. She has gone to the house of the Lord to be with her soulmate, Steve E. Alexander, Sr. and sons Steve Jr. and baby Charles. She was preceded in death by her siblings: Charles, George, John, Frank, Harold and Bebe.
She was blessed in her life with...
Kathy Diane Buse
Oct 23, 2023
Kathy Dianne Buse, 66 of Decatur, GA passed away in her home on October 23, 2023. She was born in Atlanta, GA on February 3rd, 1957.
Kathy owned and operated K&B Elite doggie daycare, established in 2011. Her love and compassion for dogs filled her huge heart. Kathy was a collector of Barbie memorabilia and loved all things "Wizard of...
Ruth Kathleen Peterman
Oct 20, 2023
Ruth Kathleen Bell Peterman, a remarkable and caring lady, was born at home in Maxeys, GA in April, 1932. At the age of 91, she embarked on her journey to her heavenly home, leavingbehind a legacy of love and compassion that will forever be cherished.
Throughout her life, Ruth assumed many names that captured the essence of her nurturing...
Samuel David Still
Oct 17, 2023
Samuel David Still was born in 1922 in DeKalb County, where he lived for 100 years. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 70 years, Rachel Hamlin Still, and his parents Jessie Jackson Still and Essie Wesley Still and sisters Erna Still Worthy, Lena Still Cottingham and Elizabeth Still Mondy.
Sam, as he was known by many, grew...
Dorothy Young Hope
Oct 17, 2023
Dorothy (Dot) Young Hope, 96, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2023. She was a devoted wife, daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and was known as Nana to all who loved and will greatly miss her.
Dot was born on July 15th, 1927, in Rome, GA to William Young and Mabel Clair Young. She was the fourth child of five....
Ada Rasmussen Almering
Oct 17, 2023
Ada Almering December 17, 1942 - October 17, 2023
Ada Rasmussen Almering, 80, of Atlanta, beloved wife, mother,
grandmother, and friend to all, passed away on October 17, 2023. She was
born in Vincennes, Indiana, to Wallace and Grace Rasmussen.
Ada attended Harpeth Hall High School in Nashville, Tennessee followed
by Emory University in Atlanta where she graduated M.A. in Romance...
Joseph Ernest Kingston
Oct 17, 2023
Joseph "Joe" Ernest Kingston, Sr. (1941-2023)
Joseph "Joe" Ernest Kingston, Sr., 82, of Decatur, GA, passed away on October 17, 2023.
He was born in the Panama Canal Zone in 1941 to Imelda Casey Kingston and Jarvis Rowland Kingston. He lived many places throughout the United States during his childhood and youth, from Connecticut to California. Joe earned a Bachelor of Science...
Amy Louise Engel
Oct 14, 2023
Amy Louise Engel, age 56, of Atlanta, GA, passed away on October 14, 2023. Amy was born in Gainesville, FL, on August 3, 1967. She attended Germantown High School in Memphis, TN, and graduated from The University of Memphis with a degree in Business.
Amy was a devout dog lover and had several rescue dogs throughout her life. Her most...
Richard Joe Camarata
Oct 13, 2023
Mr. Joe Camarata, age 91, of Greenville, SC passed away peacefully on Friday, October 13, 2023. Joe had a great sense of humor, never met a stranger, and always looked at the positive side of life until the end.
The family will receive friends 12 - 1:00 p.m, Friday, October 20, 2023 at A.S. Turner & Sons. Following, there will be...
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