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Recent Obituaries in Austell, GA

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Austell, GA area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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Debra Ann Chastain

Debra Ann Chastain

Feb 25, 2015

Debra Ann Chastain, age 56 of Mableton died Wednesday, February 25, 2015.She is survived by her sister, Linda O'Shields and her husband Wendell of Woodstock; brothers, Thomas Chastain and wife Diane of Douglasville, Ronnie Chastain and his wife Pat of Knoxville, GA.She is preceded in death by her parents, E.G. Chastain and Lillian Moon Chastain; brother, James Larry Chastain; sister,...

Doris Dunlap King James

Doris Dunlap King James

Feb 23, 2015

Known best for her poetry and lovely singing voice, Doris Dunlap King James, age 82, passed away Monday, February 23, 2015 in Atlanta, GA.Born on September 12, 1932 to the late Matthew Dunlap and Catherine Reed Dunlap,she knew the Goodness of the Lord at an early age and was a member of Morning Star Baptist Church.Moving to Illinois with her...

Warren Lee Butts

Warren Lee Butts

Feb 21, 2015

Warren is survived by his loving wife Eloy Butts, daughters, Denisse Galvin, Joanna Butts, son Warren Lee Butts, III

Steve (Buddy) Brogdon

Steve (Buddy) Brogdon

Feb 18, 2015

Steve (Buddy) Brogdon, 76, of Powder Springs, died February 18, 2015.He is survived by his daughter Kathy (Bob) West of Hiram, sons: Chris (Jill) Brogdon of Dallas, GA, Josh (Laci) Brogdon of Dallas, GA. Brother Doug Brogdon of Carrollton, 5 grandchildren, 2 Great Grandchildren. Steve enjoyed hunting, fishing and working in his yard

Laura Marietta Powell

Laura Marietta Powell

Feb 16, 2015

Laura Marietta Powell, age 77 of Douglasville died Monday evening, February 16, 2015 surrounded by her loving family.She loved God and her church.She loved her family, her friends and her books.Laura enjoyed two successful careers: 15 years in the printing industry and 13 years in the insurance industry, retiring from Met Life as a financial representative. She was bornon December...

Thomas Wascom

Thomas Wascom

Feb 15, 2015

Thomas Wascom, age 65 of Cobb County, died Sunday, February 15, 2015 at his residence.He is survived by his son, Wayne Wascom and wife McKensie; daughter, Amber Paige Wascom; brothers, Mickey Wascom, Billy Wascom and Jimmy Wascom; 3 grandchildren, Braden, Rhyleigh, and Chloe. A United States Army veteran, Thomas served his country in the Vietnam War; he was also a...

Kathy Taylor

Kathy Taylor

Feb 13, 2015

Kathy Taylor, age 58 of Douglasville, passed due to advanced illness on February 13, 2015 in her home with her family by her side.She was born on January 18, 1957 in Nanuet, New York; daughter of Paul and Marion Onderdonk.Kathy moved to Houston, Texas and worked as a registered nurse in 1976.She met her husband Jerry Taylor in 1978 and...

Naomi Cochran Dodd

Naomi Cochran Dodd

Feb 7, 2015

Naomi Cochran Dodd, 87, of Mableton, died February 7, 2014.She is survived by her daughters, Karen (Jimmy) Hall of Douglasville, Beverly Spann of Savanna, son, Steve Dodd of Mableton, 4 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren. Naomi spent many years volunteering with the American Cancer Society, was a long time member at Mount Harmony Baptist Church and enjoyed reading her Bible.

Flora Buchanan Thomas

Flora Buchanan Thomas

Jan 31, 2015

Flora Buchanan Thomas, age of Marietta died on January 31, 2014 at Wellstar Cobb Hospital.She is survived by her son, Bruce and wife Linda Thomas of Holly Springs, GA.A graveside service was held on Friday, February 13, 2015 at Mt. Harmony Memorial Gardens.

Michael Hal Wallace

Michael Hal Wallace

Jan 30, 2015

Michael Hal Wallace, age 67 of Smyrna died January 30, 2015.Michael Hal Wallace was born on November 17, 1947 to the late, Hal and Marjorie Wallace.Serving as the Pharmacist at Pat Mell Drug, he was well known in the community. The family will receive friends Sunday from 4 pm until 6 pm at the funeral home.Graveside service will be held...

Shirley Ann Camden

Shirley Ann Camden

Jan 30, 2015

Shirley Ann Huddleston Camden, age 77 of Lithia Springs died Friday, January 30, 2015 at Tranquility Hospice surrounded by her loving family.She is survived by her son, Donald "Don" and wife Joanie Camden of Lithia Springs; granddaughters, Nichole Camden of Austell, Amanda Camden of Lithia Springs, Corrie Camden of Lithia Springs; brothers, Donald Huddleston of Douglasville, Robert Huddleston of Mableton;...

James Stewart Johnson

James Stewart Johnson

Jan 26, 2015

James Stewart Johnson, age 72 of Powder Springs died Monday, January 26, 2015.He is survived by his wife, Marcell "Marcy" Johnson; daughter, Lorrie Driskels of Powder Springs; sons, James "Jamie" Johnson of Dunwoody, Russell "Rusty" Johnson of Powder Springs; 2 granddaughters, Samantha and Mandie; great granddaughter, Maddison. The family will receive friends on Tuesday evening from 5 pm until 8...

Beverly Anne Dill

Beverly Anne Dill

Jan 23, 2015

Beverly Anne Land Dill age 86 of Doraville died January 23, 2015.A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 28, 2015 at 11:00 am, at the funeral home.The family will receive friends Saturday one hour prior to the memorial service.She was cremated and her cremains will be interred at Rose Hill Cemetery in the family plot.

Barbara Sue Towery

Barbara Sue Towery

Jan 20, 2015

Barbara Sue Reed Towery, age 75 of Austelldied Tuesday, January 20, 2015 at Wellstar Cobb Hospital.She is survived by her children, Rhonda Holloway, Angela T. Williams, and Johnny Towery. A memorial service will be held in February.

Lawrence Maurice Anderson

Lawrence Maurice Anderson

Jan 19, 2015

Lawrence Maurice Anderson, age 64 of Mableton died in the early morning hours on Monday, January 19, 2015.He is survived by his wife, Valderia Mathis of Mableton; several nieces and nephews. A native of Pittsburg, Pennsylvania, Lawrence Maurice Anderson was born on May 3, 1950 to the late Esrom and Gussie Anderson.He was a real estate housing consultant. According to...

Shan Michelle Ray

Shan Michelle Ray

Jan 19, 2015

Shan George Ray, 47, of Mableton, Georgia, passed away January 19, 2015.She attended South Cobb High School and was a well loved hairstylist in the metro Atlanta area.She is survived by her husband, Shane Ray; 3 children, Brooke, Blake and Charlie Mitchell; 3 grandchildren, Jordyn, Carson and Bentley; grandparents, Charles and Mary Bailey; mother, Dianne Bailey; stepfather, Rick George; 2...

Betty Ann Crawford

Betty Ann Crawford

Jan 17, 2015

Betty Ann Crawford, age 78 of Marietta died Saturday, January 17, 2015 at Wellstar Kennestone Hospital.A private reflection of her life will be held by her sister, Betty Ann Crawford.

Joseph Allen Leier

Joseph Allen Leier

Jan 16, 2015

Joseph Allen Leier, age 66 of Austell died Friday afternoon, January 16, 2015 at Wellstar Cobb Hospital.He is survived by his wife, Jackie Freeman Leier; sons, Robert Joseph Harvey, Kevin Dale Cotton (Leah), Keith Dwane Cotton (Patience); brother, Thomas Paul Leier (Linda); grandchildren, Marisa Skye Cotton, Kristen Shae Cotton. He is preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Virginia...

Kenneth Level Wingo

Kenneth Level Wingo

Jan 13, 2015

Kenneth Level Wingo, age 80 of Austell died in the early hours of Tuesday, January 13, 2015 at Wellstar Cobb Hospital after a short illness.He is survived by his brother, Edward Wingo of Alabama; nieces, nephews and cousins. Kenneth was born on May 31, 1934 to the late Edward and Nellie Wingo in Empire, Alabama.He will be buried next to...

Ronnie Michael Wilkerson

Ronnie Michael Wilkerson

Jan 5, 2015

Ronnie Michael Wilkerson, age 61 of Austell died Monday, January 5, 2015.He is survived by his mother, Flora Duke Wilkerson of Austell; sister, Linda Little of Powder Springs; brothers, Owen Wilkerson of Powder Springs, Paul Wilkerson of Douglasville, Tim Wilkerson of Powder Springs; several nieces and nephews. Funeral Service will be held on 2:00 pm, Thursday, January 8, 2015 at...

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