Obituaries

Dec 9, 2023

Charlotte Faye Askea, age 84, of Acworth, Georgia went to be with The Lord on Saturday, December 9, 2023. She attended West Fulton HIgh School Class of 1957.  She was a lifetime member of Riverside Church of God.

Mrs. Askea was born on January 3, 1939 in Lafayette, Georgia and raised in Atlanta, Georgia by her parents,...

Dec 7, 2023

Wayne Hilliard, 86 of Powder Springs, Georgia passed away on Thursday, December 7, 2023. He was born in Rosebud, TX on September 13, 1937, to the late Grover and Georgia Hilliard. Wayne was in the car business and was passionate about classic cars. Wayne served our great country as a proud sailor in our United States Navy. He was saved...

Dec 3, 2023

In Loving Memory of Donald Francia Pastor.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Donald Pastor of Dallas, Ga., a beloved father, grandfather, dedicated husband, and esteemed member of the community. Born in Washington, DC in 1935, amidst the challenges of the Great Depression, Don's life journey was marked by resilience, service, love,...

Dec 3, 2023

Mrs. Lois Selma Rogers, age 94, of Douglasville, GA, passed away on Sunday, December 3, 2023, in Douglas County, GA.

Mrs. Rogers was born on May 31, 1929, in Coolidge, GA, to her parents, the late Mr. Charles E. Hogan and the late Mrs. Elsaley Worthy Hogan.  Mrs. Rogers loved spending time with her family and enjoyed...

Dec 2, 2023

Patricia (Pat) Sue Medlin, of Mableton, Georgia, left her earthly body on Saturday, December 2, 2023. Born on October 29, 1943, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Jack and Florence Williams,  Pat grew up and lived in the area of Austell and Mableton. Over the years, she owned several small businesses, worked for the City of Austell, built a beautiful home,...

Dec 2, 2023

Elvie Duwayne Dukes 92 of Smyrna passed away Saturday, December 2, 2023.

He was born in Carrollton, Georgia on April 7, 1931, to the late Robert John and Elvira Eunice Dukes.

Duwayne had spinal meningitis when he was 5 years old that resulted in his hearing loss. He attended Georgia School for the Deaf where...

Dec 2, 2023

Mrs. Mary Jane Cochran Lavender age 95, of Marietta, GA, passed away on Saturday, December 2, 2023, in Kennesaw, GA.

Mrs. Lavender was born on May 1, 1928, in Atlanta, GA, to her parents, the late Mr. William Stanley Cochran and the late Mrs. Lucy Kirkland Cochran.

Mrs. Lavender worked for many years as an...

Nov 26, 2023

John Marlin Munster,56, of Mableton, Georgia, passed away on November 26,2023. He was born on April 29, 1967, in Atlanta. John was a beloved husband, father, son, brother, nephew and cousin and will be deeply missed by his wife, Vicki, his father Marlin, and his daughter, Pearl. He will also be missed by his Aunt Marlys, Uncle Ray and survived...

Nov 25, 2023

Robert Marcus Dailey 52 of Temple, Georgia passed away Saturday, November 25, 2023 He was born in Austell, Georgia on April 12, 1971, to the late Troy and Charlotte Dailey. Robert enjoyed working outside in the yard, he was a landscaper by profession. He loved Georgia Football and NASCAR, he was especially a fan of Dale Earnhardt , and...

Nov 24, 2023

Randy Hugh Nicholson, age 66, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 24, 2023.

Celebration of Life Service will be held on Sunday, December 10, 2023 at 3:00 PM at the East Hiram Baptist Church in Hiram, Ga. with Rev. Rick Bice officiating. The family will be receiving friends and family...

Nov 17, 2023

Ronnie Twilley was surrounded by his family as he peacefully went to his heavenly home on Friday night, November 17, 2023. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Sarah Twilley; son and daughter-in-law, Jess and Shelley Twilley; daughter, Leigh Buckner; 9 grandchildren 1 great grandchild; sister, Nancy Aiken; several nieces and nephews and many friends. He was...

Nov 10, 2023

Mary Moreland Helms 97 passed away on Friday, November 10, 2023. She was born in Lawrenceville, Georgia on January 14, 1926, to the late Ira and Myrtie Moreland.

Ms. Mary was preceded in death by her husband James L. Helms Jr., her daughter Vicki Helms Leger, her brothers Felton and Winfred Moreland, and a sister Freddie Lou...

Nov 9, 2023

Loving Husband, Father & Papa Gary Lee Aurand 73 of Austell, Georgia passed away Thursday, November 9, 2023. He was born In St. Louis, Missouri on January 26, 1950, to the late Richard and Darlene Aurand.

Gary loved the water and looked forward to any time he and Sandra could escape to the sea. If ever she...

Nov 6, 2023

Jennie Diane Horne 77 of Winston, Georgia passed away Monday, November 6, 2023. She was born in Atlanta, Ga to the late Andrew and Gladys Williams on April 14, 1946.

Jennie was a devoted and loving mother and grandmother, and she adored spending time with her grandchildren. She worked in the restaurant industry for many years before...

Nov 5, 2023

Harry Lee Ray 80 passed away Sunday, November 5, 2023. He was born in Atlanta, Georgia to the late Grady and Lucillel Ray on June 3, 1943. Harry, also known as “Big Papaw,” was always a “family first” mind set, he loved race cars and collected Antique cars. He enjoyed going to American Legion and casinos. He is survived by...

Nov 1, 2023

Stevie Lynn Williams 35 of Austell, Georgia passed away Wednesday, November 1, 2023.  She was born in Madison, TN to Steve Chailland and Doris Williams on July 23, 1988.

Stevie enjoyed taking the kids to the park and being with her family. She is survived by her children; Hailey Green, Alanna Kelley, Aleigha Foster, her dad Steve...

Oct 31, 2023

Brenda Nelson Szecsey 76 of Winston, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 31, 2023.

She was born in Tampa, Florida to the late Addie and Geraldine Nelson on July 29, 1947.

Brenda graduated from Orange Memorial School of nursing and was an RN for over 36 years. She married Alexander G. Szecsey,...

Oct 28, 2023

Mr. Curtis Wise Lawhorn, Sr., age 90, of Acworth, GA, passed away on Saturday, October 28, 2023, in Cobb County, GA. Mr. Lawhorn was born on August 5, 1933, in Terrell, GA, to parents, the late Mr. Sammie Lawhorn and the late Mrs. Blanche Hufsetetler Lawhorn. Mr. Lawhorn was married to the late Mrs. Betty Louise Ward Lawhorn for almost...

Oct 21, 2023

J.T. Voyles 84 of Douglasville, Georgia passed away Saturday, October 21, 2023.

He was born in Mableton, Ga to the late Herman and Maime Voyles on March 3, 1939.

J.T. was a deacon at Solid Rock Church, and a retired truck driver after 50 years of service. He loved playing with the grandbabies and watching...

Oct 16, 2023

Patsy Maddox Barron 83 passed away Monday, October 16, 2023. She was born in Atlanta, Georgia to the late Norman Lee and Mable Florence Maddox on October 7, 1940.

Ms. Patsy enjoyed bird watching, she loved animals, all the animals. She liked to garden and do crossword puzzles and play games on her tablet.

Ms....