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Vaughnceal "Vonnie" Davis
Nov 27, 2025
Vonnie Nichols Davis passed away on Thursday, November 27, 2025.
She was born on April 27, 1935 in Clayton, Georgia. Vonnie grew up in the Thornwell Home and School for Children, in Clinton, SC. After graduation from high school, Vonnie moved to the Emory-Dekalb area to attend business school. It was there, living in a boarding house owned by Olivia Davis,...
Kwame Michael Dumas
Nov 21, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kwame Michael Jermaine Dumas, who departed this life on Friday, November 21, 2025, at the age of 41. Kwame was born on Monday, March 19, 1984, in Nyack, New York.
Kwame and his family moved to Spring Valley, New York, at an early age, and he has always held a...
Max Raymond Jahnke
Nov 21, 2025
There was a grand reunion in Heaven on Friday, November 21, 2025 as Max Jahnke returned home to Jesus “his maker” and to be with his bride, Marie whom he has missed for many years.
A long-time resident of Smyrna, GA, Max was known for his passion for life.
He was born on Saturday, March 4, 1939 in Escanaba, MI but grew...
Kevin Wesley Clark
Nov 18, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kevin Wesley Clark, a member of the Bowdon, Georgia community. Kevin passed away on Tuesday, November 18th, 2025, at the age of 60.
Born on Wednesday, October 27th, 1965, in Atlanta, Georgia, Kevin was the son of the late Donald B. Clark and Yvonne Clark.
Kevin dedicated many years of his...
Virgil (Bill) Wilson
Nov 14, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce that Virgil (Bill) Wilson of Douglasville, GA, passed away on November 14, 2025, at the age of 78.
He was born in Pasco, Washington, on August 3, 1947, to the late J. Edwin and Verda Wilson.
A proud veteran, Virgil served his country in the Air Force during the Vietnam conflict. He then began working as a...
Karunanithy Velmurugu
Nov 10, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Karunanithy Velmurugu, a beloved husband, esteemed professor, and cherished member of the Douglasville community. Karunanithy passed away peacefully on Monday, November 10th, 2025, at the age of 61.
Karunanithy was born on Monday, June 29th, 1964, in Batticola, Sri Lanka. He was the beloved son of the late Velmurugu Sinnathambi...
Bryant Gerard Ri'chard, Sr.
Nov 6, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bryant Gerard Ri'chard, Sr., a beloved husband,, father, dedicated professional, and proud veteran of the U.S. Navy. Bryant passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 6th, 2025, at the age of 68.
Bryant was born on Wednesday, July 17th, 1957, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to the late John Lincoln Ri'chard and...
David Shane Brown
Oct 18, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David Shane Brown, a beloved husband, skilled craftsman, and cherished friend. Shane passed away on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at the age of 48. He was the son of Harry Brown (Pops) and the late Judith Net Morris Brown.
Shane was born on Thursday, June 9, 1977, and from a...
Barbara Turner
Oct 17, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Barbara Bacca Turner, a beloved resident of Marietta, Georgia. Barbara passed away peacefully on Friday, October 17th, 2025, at the age of 93.
Barbara was born on Tuesday, November 24th, 1931, in Los Angeles, California, to her loving parents, Phillip and Mary Bacca. She was a devoted daughter, wife, and...
Rachael Cebada-Perez
Oct 8, 2025
Rachael Cebada-Perez, age 55, of Carrollton, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, October 8, 2025. Rachael was born on Thursday, July 23, 1970. Rachael's life was enriched by her deep love for her grandchildren, who were her pride and joy. She had a passion for cleaning, not only as her occupation but as a personal joy. Rachael was a self-employed home...
Gidget Tillman Chamlee
Oct 4, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Gidget Chamlee on October 4, 2025.
Gidget Tillman Chamlee was born on April 30, 1974 to the late Shirley Ann Pugh Maney in Atlanta, Georgia. She held many positions in different companies throughout Georgia.
Gidget faced many difficulties throughout her life and made the best out of each situation. She was a very happy...
Douglas Goard
Sep 24, 2025
Douglas MacArthur Goard, Sr. was the second-born child, but the first and only son of Alice “Mae” Amanda and Harlsie Carter Goard. Born with a veil over his face — a symbol long associated with spirituality — Douglas entered the world on February 2, 1943, in Beckley, West Virginia.
When Douglas was about six years old, his mother Mae and stepfather...
Patricia Anne Shipwash
Sep 23, 2025
Patricia Anne Shipwash, 75, of Carrollton, GA passed away September 23, 2025 at her home.
Services are pending at this time.
Arrangements have been entrusted to West Georgia Crematory, Austell, GA.
Donald Gene Wilson
Sep 14, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Donald Gene Wilson, a beloved father, brother, uncle, and friend. Donald was born on Wednesday, December 10th, 1958, in Guin, Alabama, and peacefully departed this life on Sunday, September 14th, 2025, at the age of 66, in Carrollton, Georgia.
Residing in Bremen, Georgia, Donald was a dedicated and skilled homebuilder...
Geoffrey Colin Horton Stubbs
Sep 3, 2025
Geoffrey Colin Horton Stubbs - known to most simply as Colin - sailed peacefully into the sunset on September 3, 2025, after a long illness. He leaves behind a crew of loved one who adored him deeply; his wife and partner-in-adventure, Pamela Moore Stubbs; his children Margarette McKellips (John), Heather Stubbs, Christopher Stubbs (Janelle), and Jennifer Sanders; his grandchildren Jacob McKellips...
Anthony "Tony" Tyrone Tillman
Aug 4, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Anthony Tyrone Tillman, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend. "Tony," as he was known by his family and friends, was born on April 10, 1968, in Atlanta, Georgia, and passed away peacefully on August 4, 2025, in Austell, GA.
Tony was a technician with Comcast, where he worked diligently...
Judith "Judy" Rasner Glass
Jul 17, 2025
Judith “Judy” Rasner Glass, beloved mother, Mamor, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. She was 84 years old.
Born on Wednesday, August 28, 1940, in Louisville, Kentucky, Judy lived a life marked by compassion, strength, and dedication—both to her family and to the many patients she cared for during her long and distinguished...
Charles Raymond Long
Jul 14, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce Mr. Charles Raymond Long, a beloved resident of Douglasville, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 14, 2025, at the age of 83.
Mr. Long was born in Douglasville on December 8, 1941 to the late Charles William Long and Audrey Annie May Reynolds Long. Charles was a cherished member of the Douglasville...
Timothy Charles Chaffin
May 8, 2025
With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life well lived, we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend on May 8, 2025. He passed peacefully at his home, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and generosity.
Born on April 11, 1951, he grew up with a deep curiosity for the world around him—an explorer...
David Frederick Nettles
May 3, 2025
David Fredrick Nettles, 80, passed peacefully in his Temple, Georgia, home on May 3, 2025, after a three-month battle with pancreatic cancer surrounded by his family.
Born July 26, 1944, in Oswego, NY, to Mary Louise “Midge” (Pilon) and Raymond Nettles, David grew up with his four brothers, Charles, Gilbert, Ronald, and James. A Vietnam veteran, David served in the Marine...
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