OBITUARIES

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Jan 11, 2025

Mr. David Howard Jenkins, age 71, of Woodstock, passed away January 11, 2025, after courageously fighting a battle with cancer. 

He's preceeded by his parents Melvin Howard Jenkins and Peggy Craig Jenkins. Those left to cherish his memory are his devoted wife of 37 years, Tania Pias Jenkins, daughter, Jordan Leigh Fernando, son-in-law, Nicholas Brelin Fernando, son, Joshua David Jenkins, daughter-in-law,...

Jan 11, 2025

Mr. Jesse Alfred Hammond, Jr.. age 84, of Woodstock, passed away January 11, 2025. Jesse was born in Hartford City, IN on October 27, 1940 to the late Jesse Alfred Hammond, Sr. and Myrtle (Cook) Hammond.

Jesse attended Hartford City High School where he graduated in 1956. He enlisted in the United States Marines shortly after high school. He met his...

Jan 10, 2025

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our beloved child, Gavin Riley Beatty who was taken from us too soon on Jan 10, 2025 at the tender age of 20. He brought immeasurable joy and light into our lives with his kind heart, radiant smile and his boundless energy. Though his time with us was brief, the depth of...

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Jan 6, 2025

Carol Sue Bowman, born in August 1946, passed away on January 6, 2025, after a brief yet valiant battle with illness. A trailblazer for professional women, Carol's diverse career included roles as a waitress, one of the first female officers in metro Detroit, and over 30 years as the Director of Probation at the 34th District Court in Michigan to...

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Jan 2, 2025

Kenneth Ewing Grubb II, of Woodstock, Georgia, passed away suddenly at home on January 2, 2025. 

Ken was born February 23, 1948, in Findlay, Ohio, and was a 1966 graduate of Findlay High School. He served in the United States Army before dedicating himself wholeheartedly to his family and lifelong career in the waste management industry. Ken found joy on the...

Jan 2, 2025

Mrs. Karen Louise Lipscomb, age 82, of Kennesaw, passed away January 2, 2025. 

Mrs. Lipscomb was a Registered Nurse for 10 years with Wellstar and later worked with mental illness at Ridgeview and other locations. She was a member of Roswell Street Baptist Church for 35 plus years.

Survived by her husband of 62 years, Robert “Bob” Lipscomb; daughters, Pamela Lynn Tudor,...

Jan 1, 2025

Clary Wesley Finch, 81, passed away on January 1, 2025.

Born on May 21, 1943, in Rocky Ford, GA, Clary was the son of Thelma Calhoun Finch and McKinley Finch Sr. He was the fourth of six children, joining siblings McKinley “Bunk” Finch Jr., Billy Finch, Archie Finch, Mildred Stephens, and Randy Finch in the close-knit family. After graduating from Statesboro...

Dec 31, 2024

Mr. Steve Sturdivant, age 65, of Marietta, passed away December 31, 2024. 

Preceded in death by his parents, T.O. and Jeanette Owens Sturdivant, and brother, Olin Sturdivant.

Survived by his sons, Michael Sturdivant, Chris Sturdivant, Daniel Sturdivant, Marshall Sturdivant, Matthew Sturdivant; sister, Jeanne Sturdivant Koepsell; grandchildren, Cameron, Anderson, Lee, Rose; nieces and nephews.

Memorial services will be held at a later date.

In lieu...

Dec 28, 2024

Dec 24, 2024

Born June 17, 1961, Robert Slaughter was a self-made man. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in History from the University of Florida but spent his career in the IT industry, learning what he needed on the job and constantly studying and attending classes to advance his knowledge. He balanced the intensity of his job with his two favorite...

Dec 24, 2024

Mr. Charles Robert Fisher, age 83 of Woodstock, passed away December 24, 2024.

Born on October 11, 1941, in Trenton, NJ, to Charles and Madeline Fisher, Bob graduated from Trenton Catholic High School and went on to attend the Pennsylvania State University, then Rider College, graduating in 1968.

He served in the New Jersey National Guard and built a career in risk...

Dec 23, 2024

Mr. Noah James Tetpon, age 24, of Canton, passed away December 23, 2024, due to a tragic accident.

He had a great laugh, amazing smile, and a heart of gold. He was also a straight-A student with a passion for learning. He loved to get you in a debate and see how much you knew. He also loved music, nature, animals,...

Dec 21, 2024