Obituaries

Allen Jackson Gibson

Allen Jackson Gibson

Sep 27, 2023

In loving memory of Allen Jackson Gibson. Born on April 24, 1941, he went home to be with the Lord on September 27, 2023.

He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Carol Sheppard Gibson: daughter Jill Marie Winsness, husband Shannon, Son Adam Jack Gibson, wife Leigh, Four granddaughters Kacey and Morgan Winsness, Skylar and Emma Gibson.

Jack was born...

Sandra E. Dorsey

Sandra E. Dorsey

Sep 26, 2023

Sandra Ellenburg-Dorsey, died peacefully at her daughter's home on Tuesday, September 26, just two days short of her 84th birthday. She was born on September 28, 1939, and is preceded in death by her father William Howard Ellenburg, her mother Frances Hyde Ellenburg and her brother Kells Kaye Ellenburg.

She is survived by her daughter Sara Jane Dorsey Wilson (Robert), stepson...

Mary Elizabeth Wearing

Mary Elizabeth Wearing

Sep 25, 2023

Mary Elizabeth Culp Wearing (96) of Decatur Georgia, died Monday, September 25, 2023. She was born on July 13,1927 in Kansas City, Kansas to Kathleen and Leslie Culp. She attended Blessed Sacrament School and graduated from Bishop Ward Highschool in 1945 in Kansas City, KS.

Mary was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, George Wearing in 2002, her...

Elizabeth Beamer Davenport

Elizabeth Beamer Davenport

Sep 25, 2023

Elizabeth "Beth" Beamer Davenport, 68, passed away on September 25,

2023. Born in Pinebluff, Arkansas, and raised in Elkin, North

Carolina, and Atlanta, Georgia, she was the cherished daughter of John

V. Beamer and Boyd Blaydes Beamer Sawyer, and sister to Kimberly "Kim"

Beamer Olsoni.

Beth was an alumnus of Georgia State University with a Bachelor's

Degree in Accounting and Walden University with a Masters in

Education,...

Edward Gerard Hughes

Edward Gerard Hughes

Sep 25, 2023

In Loving Memory of Edward "Eddie" Gerard Hughes

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Edward "Eddie" Gerard Hughes on September 25, 2023, in Lawrenceville, GA. He was born on July 26, 1953, in Syracuse, New York.

Eddie was an extraordinary father and grandfather, a pillar of strength and love within his family. He shared an inseparable...

Manuel D. Rodriguez

Manuel D. Rodriguez

Sep 24, 2023

Manuel D. Rodriguez, known affectionately by friends and family as "Manolo," passed away peacefully on September 24, 2023, in Norcross, GA, after a brave battle with dementia and prostate cancer. Born on October 9, 1936, in Ciego De Avila, Manolo's life was characterized by his love for family, his dedication to education, and his passion for the simple pleasures of...

Leila Virginia Price

Leila Virginia Price

Sep 23, 2023

Leila Virginia Price On September 23, 2023, our Jenny passed away. Jenny was born in April, 95 years ago to W.P. Price and Katherine Nichols Price in Griffin, Georgia.

During her time on this earth, she shared the gift of laughter with everyone. Her four main loves were God, Mike (her favorite dog), the Braves and the Bulldogs. Jenny was...

Jerry G. Tanner

Jerry G. Tanner

Sep 22, 2023

Jerry Gail Tanner passed away peacefully September 22, 2023 at home surrounded by family. She was born February 20, 1939 in Atlanta, Georgia to Chester and Marguerite Mitchell.

Jerry attended City of Atlanta schools and proudly graduated from Grady High School in 1957. She attended Young Harris College in north Georgia and is a noted alumni. Jerry, being the outgoing social...

Dr. Cathie Lynn Sowles

Dr. Cathie Lynn Sowles

Sep 21, 2023

Dr. Cathie Breeding Sowles, a beacon of optimism, selflessness, and kindness, died on September 21, 2023, in Atlanta, Georgia. Born on June 23, 1945, in Texarkana, Arkansas, she spent her early childhood in her beloved town of Grundy, Virginia. Cathie's radiant spirit and enduring kindness touched countless lives throughout her 78 years.

Cathie, a proud alumnus of Central High School in...

Richard Simpson Whitner

Richard Simpson Whitner

Sep 21, 2023

Richard Simpson Whitner passed away peacefully at home on September 21, 2023. He was born in Atlanta on July 25,1947. He went to E Rivers Elementary and graduated from Northside High School in 1966. He attended North Georgia College and Georgia Tech. He served in the United States Air Force from 1968 - 1972, including service in Southeast Asia. He...

Dr. William Kenneth Jann Jr.

Dr. William Kenneth Jann Jr.

Sep 20, 2023

Dr. William "Bill" Kenneth Jann, Jr., 70, passed away unexpectedly on September 20th, 2023, in his cherished retreat and happy place, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. Renowned as a distinguished pediatrician and a beloved family man, Bill was deeply rooted in his love for medicine, sports, and especially swimming. Bill's legacy is one of profound impact, both in his professional...

Nancy Campbell Shober

Nancy Campbell Shober

Sep 19, 2023

On Tuesday, September 19, 2023 Nancy Campbell Shober passed away peacefully at the age of 89, with family and friends by her side. Nancy is survived by her daughter Elizabeth and son Sam, their spouses, Colleen and Nancy, along with her two grandchildren - Katie and Charlie.

Nancy was born in 1934 at the tail end of the Great Depression. She...

Beetem Harry Strack Jr.

Beetem Harry Strack Jr.

Sep 18, 2023

Beetem Harry Strack, Jr., 80, of LaGrange, Georgia, passed away on September 18, 2023. He was born on August 12, 1943 to Beetem Harry Strack, Sr. and Mary Kate Copeland Strack.

Harry, a loving and devoted father and grandfather was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his ex-wife Susan Donnelly Strack, children, Brian (Shelley) Strack and Kristen...

Barbara Jean Park

Barbara Jean Park

Sep 16, 2023

Barbara Jean Brantley Park passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 16, 2023 surrounded by her daughter and granddaughters. She was 88 years old. Barbara, more affectionately known as Maw Maw, was born December 21, 1934 in the small town of Jennings Florida to the late Marcus and Arbena Brantley. Barbara grew up on a 132 acre tobacco farm along side...

Valerie H Craven

Valerie H Craven

Sep 15, 2023

Valerie Hughes Craven

Jul 14, 1958 - Sep 15, 2023

Valerie Craven, 65, peacefully took the stairway to heaven Friday, September 15, 2023. She loved all those who loved her and was the best friend and wife of 33 years that her husband Alan could ever have. As Val (aka Dolphin Spotter) wished, some of her ashes will be released in the...

Irwin Townsend Hyatt

Irwin Townsend Hyatt

Sep 15, 2023

Irwin Townsend Hyatt, Jr. died Friday, September 15, 2023. The only child of Dr. I. T. Hyatt and Sophia Horne Hyatt, he was born December 14, 1935 at old Piedmont Hospital. Irwin attended R.L. Hope School where he was the Georgia Spelling Bee Champion. He graduated from the McCallie School in Chattanooga and Emory University, then served four years as...

Nancy Lee Klotz

Nancy Lee Klotz

Sep 13, 2023

Just short of her 90th birthday, Nancy Lee Anne Ruth Treu Klotz passed away peacefully September 13, 2023. She was a life long Lutheran, and long time member of Lutheran Church of the Redeemer. She is preceded in death by her parents Herbert and Bertha Treu, her late husband Charles Lee Klotz, and her son-in-law Kenneth Brock.

Nancy started as...

John Edward Clement

John Edward Clement

Sep 12, 2023

John Edward Clement, also known as Farmer John on Facebook, passed away peacefully on September 12 at home surrounded by loved ones as he wanted. He was born on August 10, 1935 in Atlanta at Grady Memorial Hospital.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Lois Lena Cornett Clement and Carl Marion Clement, and his brother, Marion Clement. He spent...

Shirley Faye Cofer

Shirley Faye Cofer

Sep 11, 2023

Shirley Faye Cofer passed away on Monday, September 11, 2023 after a long and happy life surrounded by loving family and friends. She was 87 years old, born in Dacula, GA on November 26, 1935 to the late Grace and Maurice Britt. She went to Tucker High School and graduated in 1953. Shirley dedicated her life to raising her family...