Jun 5, 2021

Mr. Carl Pomeroy Smith Jr., 95, of Atlanta Georgia, passed away peacefully June 5, 2021, surrounded by family and friends of Kingsbridge. Born in Hapeville Georgia April 1, 1926, to Carl Pomeroy Smith Sr. and Ludie Pye Smith. After graduating Hapeville High School in 1944, Carl served 2 years in the Navy. He went on to earn a degree in...

Jun 5, 2021

Mary Caswell Umstead, age 89 of Decatur, GA, died peacefully in her home while surrounded by her family on June 5, 2021. A lifelong Atlanta native and former Miss Vanderbilt, Mary was loved by many including her predeceased husband of 66 years, Carl “Teeter” Umstead. Mary will be remembered most for her generosity, dedication to family and her passion for...

Jun 4, 2021

Jun 3, 2021

Nivelle Lester Bone of Durham, NC, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2021. She was born to Hubert and Nellie Lester, and grew up in East Atlanta, with her brothers Young and Richard, and sister Miriam. She graduated from Commercial High School, and worked for many years for the US government. She was married to the love of her life,...

Jun 2, 2021

On Tuesday, June 2nd, 2021, Rebecca Combs Pugh, died at the age of 92. Rebecca was born on January 10, 1929 in Dublin, Georgia later moving to Atlanta, Ga. Rebecca was the daughter of the late Maynard George Combs from Long Island, New York and the late Louise Cochran Combs of Dublin, Georgia. Rebecca was married and divorced to Steve...

Jun 1, 2021

Paul George Varelas, age 66, died June 1, 2021, in Atlanta, Georgia, with his family by his side. Paul was born in Norfolk, Virginia, and was preceded in death by his parents, George and Evelyn Varelas. He is survived by his sister, Vangie Dennis, brother-in-law, Richard Dennis, nephew, Christian Paschall, and nieces, Nicole Johnson and Kathryn Dennis. Paul resided with...

Jun 1, 2021

Douglas C McAfee born May 20, 1941 Decatur, GA died June 1, 2021 Eatonton, GA at 80 years old preceded in death by parents Alexander H McAfee and Dorothy S McAfee and sister Marilyn M Womack and survived by sisters Sander M Ellis and Deborah P McAfee. Doug is also preceded in death by three wives Jeanne C McAfee, Dianne...

Jun 1, 2021

William (Bill) Millard Mulkey, age 84, passed peacefully in the comfort of his home, June 1, 2021. Bill is survived by his wife of 64 years, Beverly Joan Merritt. Having met at First Alliance Church in Inman Park, they were married there at age 20. He is also survived by his brother, Ronald Mulkey (Ann), daughters Sharyn Jenrette and Lori...

May 31, 2021

Marilyn Vess peacefully passed away on Monday, May 31st after complications from a fall. She was born in Lawrenceville, Georgia on Sept. 28th, 1925. Marilyn was married to Dan Vess, just 3 weeks shy of 73 years. She graduated from Girls High Atlanta and attended Business School and then began working for Southern Bell. She met Dan at Southern Bell...

May 31, 2021

Kevin Watkins, age 45, of Smoke Rise, GA passed away on Monday, May 31, 2021. He was born in Wichita, KS on August 22, 1975 to Bradford Watkins and Gloria (Bolles) Watkins. He graduated high school from Berean Academy in Elbing, KS and went on to graduate with a B.S. in Computer Science and Mathematics from Harvey Mudd College in...

May 30, 2021

Joseph William Fiorenza left us too early on May 30, 2021. Born on December 25, 1996, a surprise Christmas baby (thanks Grandma!). A whole month early, but he was strong!! Joseph had many interests and hobbies. He had a passion for sports. He tried soccer and karate but his true love was baseball. He started his baseball career at the...

May 28, 2021

William (Bill) Stauss, originally of San Antonio, Texas, died on May 28, 2021, at the age of 95, at Park Springs in Stone Mountain, GA. Bill was a kind man to all who knew him, a loving husband, and a wonderful family man. As a Marine, Bill served in the Asiatic Pacific Campaign in World War II. Afterwards, he graduated...

May 28, 2021

On Friday, May 28, 2021, Thomas Allen Gibbs, loving husband and father, died at the age of 58. Tom was born on July 11, 1962 in Dallas, Texas; later moving to Atlanta. Tom was the son of the late Laura Mae Allen and the late Freddie William Gibbs, both of Dallas, TX. He was married to Alison Smith Gibbs and...

May 26, 2021

James Autrey “Jim” Manley died on Wednesday, May 26, 2021. Born December 8, 1937, at Emory University Hospital, he grew up in Macon, Georgia. He was awarded a degree in Business Administration from Auburn University in 1960. Jim worked at SunTrust Bank in Atlanta until his retirement, and then spent several years working on behalf of United Way of Greater...

May 26, 2021

On May 26, 2021 Amelia Karafotias peacefully passed away at home surrounded by family and friends. She is preceded in death by her husband Harry Karafotias and granddaughter Carey Karafotias. Amelia was devoted to her church, family, friends and her business. She was an entrepreneur, a business leader, an avid tennis player, and an incredible cook. She was the principal...

May 26, 2021

Cecelia Bauer Hamrick passed on Wednesday May 26, 2021 with her son & daughter by her side. She was a loving mother, grandmother, & sister who will be greatly missed. Mrs. Hamrick was retired as a school teacher with over 30 years of service. A devoted wife, she was preceded in death by her husband, Gordon Hamrick III. She is...

May 25, 2021

Willard Neville Tatum of Stone Mountain, Georgia went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, May 25, 2021. He was a devoted and loving husband, father, and grandfather who will be greatly missed. Neville epitomized I John 3:18 NLT which says “...let’s not merely say that we love each other; let us show the truth by our actions.” Neville showed...

May 23, 2021

When Bettye Jo was born in West Point Mississippi the nurses exclaimed “this is the most beautiful baby ever born at this hospital.” Bettye Jo was the light of her parents (and grandparents) life. She was the star student and a shining beauty queen. She performed as a majorette at Bass High in Atlanta and at the University of Georgia....

May 20, 2021

Charlene Matilda Walker (née Carlson), age 85, of Atlanta, Georgia, passed away on May 20, 2021 in the comfort of her home. Charlene was born on June 9, 1935 in Sumner, Nebraska, to Henry and Judith Carlson (née Rodine). She graduated from high school in Sumner, Nebraska, and attended college at the University of Nebraska, graduating in 1958 with a...

May 20, 2021

Charles Vorndran August 3, 1965 - May 20, 2021 Our dear Charles unexpectedly passed on May 20th, 2021 and entered into eternal life. Charles Vorndran was born on August 3rd, 1965 in El Paso, Texas to Patricia Ann Vorndran and Roger Lee Vorndran, Sr. Charles was the third of four children. Eldest brother Roger Lee Vorndran, Jr., sister Debra Ann...