Patricia Lanford

Jun 25, 2024

Patricia Leone Harling Lanford “Pat” was born to Ben Leroy Harling, Sr and Jessie Daniell Harling on Christmas Eve 1939 in Huntsville, Alabama, where her father was transferred for business for short time. The Harling family soon returned to Atlanta to Collins Drive in Bolton. Pat’s family was actively involved in Collins Memorial United Methodist Church, where she married her...

Douglas Franzen

Jun 25, 2024

Douglas Franzen, born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully at home in Decatur, Georgia, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, dedication, and love. He is survived by his loving wife, Anne; his sons, Ted and Nick; and his cherished grandchildren, Ashley (Kyle) and Austin (Rachel). He will be deeply missed by his brother, Wayne Franzen of Wisconsin, and his...

Charles Greiner

Jun 25, 2024

Obituary for Charles Alfred Greiner III

Charles Alfred Greiner III completed the final chapter of his life on June 25, 2024. The end of his life was lived with the grace, courage and dignity that characterized all of his days. His was a life of achievement and dedication, not only to work but to family and community.

Charles was born...

John O'Connor

Jun 24, 2024

John Francis O'Connor died on June 24, 2024, at the age of 76 at his home in the Holbrook retirement community in Decatur, Georgia. He was born 1947 in the Bronx, New York.

John enjoyed sports, playing baseball in his youth and golf throughout his life. He particularly liked watching sports and playing cards. He was a collector of antiquarian ceramics...

Shirley Janota

Jun 23, 2024

Shirley was born and raised in Chetek, WI and lived in Atlanta, GA. She was preceded in death by mother, Ann and stepmother, Mildred; father, Charles; sister, Sharon; brother, Elroy; stepbrothers, Larry and Tom. She is survived by her children and grandson.

Shirley lived a prolific life as an artist, educator, and engineer. She graduated from Georgia Tech University...

Denis Merrill

Jun 20, 2024

Denis Raymond Merrill, born on April 29, 1946, in Cleveland, Ohio, passed away on June 20, 2024, at the age of 78 in Snellville, Georgia. A man of deep compassion and loyalty, Denis dedicated his life to his family, his country, and his business.

Denis proudly served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War from 1966 to...

Johnnie Zahler

Jun 19, 2024

Johnnie Mae Zahler (née Souther) was born in Dennison, Texas, on November 20, 1925, to Joseph Carlton and Cora Dean Souther. She and her little sister, Geneva, remembered falling in love with beautiful music when their teacher at Dallas' Davy Crockett Elementary School would play them the "Lone Ranger music."

After her parents divorced, her mother married Frank Goss...

Marion Dillingham

Jun 19, 2024

Marion Elizabeth Dillingham, 94, passed away on June 19, 2024, in Decatur, GA.



Elizabeth Dillingham was born on February 27, 1930 in Atlanta, GA, to Samuel Joiner and Marion Joiner.

Elizabeth graduated from Hoke Smith High School in 1949.

Elizabeth married William Dillingham on July 3, 1952. The couple had 3 children, Paul Dillingham, Judy Briggs, Rebecca...

Elizabeth Russell

Jun 17, 2024

Elizabeth Phillips Russell (Betsy) was 94 years old when she passed away peacefully in her sleep at 6:00AM on June 17, 2024.

Betsy was born December 14, 1929, in Richmond Virginia.

She is survived by her children Anne Johnston, Joan Pulliam, and James Pulliam.

Her youngest Bill Pulliam preceded her in death 7 years ago...

Claude Merritt

Jun 16, 2024

Claude Lisette Merritt (née Seguin) passed away June 16, 2024, surrounded by loved ones. She was proud of her children, a deeply committed member of Rock of Ages Lutheran Church, and a devoted Atlanta Braves fan. She loved great food, particularly the cooking of her beloved husband Bill. They both loved good books, great movies, and a good joke.

Claude was...

Jan Willem Smeulers

Jun 16, 2024

Dear Members and friends,

It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Jan Willem Smeulers, a beloved and respected member of our Dutch community here in Atlanta. Jan Willem was not just a business leader but a dear friend and mentor to many of us. His tireless dedication to fostering strong transatlantic business relationships through his...

Maureen Glass

Jun 16, 2024

Maureen Kelley Glass, age 82, passed away at home in Decatur, Georgia, on June 16, 2024, due to complications of primary progressive aphasia. Born in Fairfield, Alabama, Maureen first attended the University of Alabama. In 1962, she traveled from England to Norway and immersed herself in Norwegian culture through nannying in Oslo. She later earned a BS at the University...

Johan St. Julien

Jun 15, 2024

Johan (Jo) St. Julien, aged 85, was received by her heavenly father on June 15, 2024. She was born on December 21, 1938 in New Orleans, Louisiana to George and Agnes St. Julien. Jo had a gentle strength and elegance, and she devoted herself to serving others. A service for family and friends is planned for July 15 at St....

Julie Childs

Jun 14, 2024

Julie Childs, a life-long resident of Decatur and noted attorney, church and civic leader, died peacefully at home Friday June 14, 2024 under hospice care following a recent stroke and cancer diagnosis.

A service is planned at 3 pm Wednesday June 19 in the sanctuary of Decatur First United Methodist Church, where she had been a life-long member and held...

Carolyn Clark

Jun 13, 2024

Beloved mother, grandmother and spouse, Carolyn Wood Clark passed away on June 13, 2024, at the age of 86.

Mrs. Clark was born September 13, 1937, in Atlanta and graduated from Georgia State University, where she met her husband, Robert and together, they raised three children, instilling a love for learning, respect for humanity and love for friends and...

Ellen Winn

Jun 12, 2024

Ellen Virginia Buchanan Winn passed away peacefully on June 12, 2024 in Dacula, Gwinnett County, Georgia.

Born in Atlanta's Oak Grove Community on November 9, 1942 to Clarence Otis Buchanan and Mary Modena Wilkins Buchanan, she attended W. D. Thomson Elementary School and Druid Hills High School, graduating in 1960.

Ellen met Walter Roy Winn of Decatur, Ga. in 1959,...

Roger Schuppert

Jun 10, 2024

Mr. Roger Allen Schuppert, a dedicated scholar and esteemed member of the Georgia State University community, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2024, in Decatur, Georgia. Born in Milwaukee in 1947 to Arnold William Schuppert and Harriet Spencer, Mr. Schuppert's life was characterized by a pursuit of knowledge and service.

Throughout his academic journey, Mr. Schuppert achieved significant milestones,...

Eftehia "Effie" Kosmetatos

Jun 9, 2024

Effie was born June 22,1921 in Cephalonia, Greece, the third of five children born to Spyro and Spiridoula Delaportas. At age 11 she was sent to live with a childless aunt and uncle. Her uncle was a priest and while assisting him in his duties, she developed a lasting love of church chanting. During her years in Greece, she lived...

Kenneth Pennington

Jun 8, 2024

In loving memory and celebration of the life of Kenneth Michael "Mike" Pennington, born on August 19, 1947, in Atlanta, Georgia, who passed away after a long illness on June 8, 2024, in Stone Mountain, Georgia.

Michael was a beloved husband to Annette Pennington and a devoted father to his son, Brett Pennington. An avid lover of the outdoors,...

John Lewis

Jun 7, 2024

Obituary for John Edward Lewis, Sr.

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of John Edward Lewis, Sr., who transitioned to glory on June 7, 2024, at the age of 81. Born in Newport News, VA, to Elsie Lewis and Clarence Lewis, John was the first of the three Lewis sons, Clarence (deceased) and Steven. Even...