OBITUARIES

May 25, 2024

Rosemary Badgett, 83, of Canton, GA went to be with the Lord while in the hospital on May 25, 2024, with family and friends at her side.

Rosemary was born December 12, 1940, in Richmond, Indiana, to the late Mary Merle (Smith) Bright and the late Charles Russell Bright. She graduated from Mississippi College in 1962 with a Bachelor of Science...

May 23, 2024

May 21, 2024

Clifton Lavon Boddie, age 73, of Foley, Alabama, formerly of Rome, passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at his residence.

Cliff was born in Lindale, Georgia on September 11, 1950, the son of the late Clifton Saxon Boddie and the late Virginia Adams Boddie. Cliff graduated from Pepperell High School and also graduated from West Georgia College with a Degree...

May 20, 2024

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May 16, 2024

 Michelle Stalvey McNeill, a resident of Canton, GA, passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2024, at Northside Hospital. Michelle was born on March 24, 1961, in Conway, SC, to Wayne L Stalvey and Mildred Joye Stalvey.

 

She is survived by her husband, Jim McNeill, her son Michael McNeill, and her beloved grandson Alex McNeill. Michelle was preceded in death by her...

May 11, 2024

Richard "Dick" James Lahr, known for his dedication to Peachtree and Doors for over 30 years in the field of I.T., passed away in Marietta. Born on January 26, 1943, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Dick led a fulfilling life that touched the hearts of many.Those who had the pleasure crossing paths with Dick would describe him as exceptionally kind-hearted....

May 9, 2024

May 2, 2024

May 2, 2024

In a quiet solemnity, we gather here today to bid farewell to a remarkable soul, SFC. Jeffrey Lynn Lear. Born on November 18, 1948, in Philadelphia PA, he was a man of unwavering dedication and profound love. His life's journey took him through the noble path of service, first as a proud member of the United States Army, and later...

May 1, 2024

Barbara Lambert, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on May 1st, 2024, in Marietta, GA. Born on August 14th, 1948, in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas, Barbara was the daughter of Roberta and William Shaw.



Raised in West Memphis, Arkansas, Barbara graduated from West Memphis High School before becoming a member of our armed forces. In February 1967, she joined the...

Apr 30, 2024

Fletcher Daniel Lewis formerly of Marietta GA, was born in Oil City, Pennsylvania on April 16,1949. As a baby, he moved with his mother to Florida, settling in Ocala where he attended Ocala High School. Fletcher was known as the ‘protector’ to his younger sisters; Mimi and Marcia. He also earned his Eagle Scout badge as a kid. He was...

Apr 29, 2024

Mrs. Linda Gantz, of Woodstock, Georgia, passed away on April 29th, 2024.She worked as a parapro teacher in Cherokee County Schools for multiple years until her retirement. There was never a child that Linda did not care for, her compassion for her work has touched the hearts of many students. She met the love of her life, George Gantz, at...

Apr 24, 2024

Apr 24, 2024

Greg Garner was born on March 16, 1954 to parents Floyd and Carolyn Garner in East Atlanta. He spent his childhood with his parents and younger brother, Gary. He married Susan Culpepper on October 22, 1977. Daughter, Whitney, was born on May 4, 1981 and daughter, Ashley, on August 8, 1982.His various careers included: electrician, robotics technician, sales and marketing...

Apr 23, 2024

Apr 22, 2024

Oliver (Lee) Raymond Evans of Canton, Georgia peacefully passed away at the age of 91 on April 21, 2024, surrounded by loved ones.

Oliver was born to Arthur and Emma Evans on June 25, 1932 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the youngest of five children. After graduating from St. Justin’s high school in 1951 he married the love of his life, Verna Johnson....

Apr 19, 2024

Carolyn Beverly McDonald, of Woodstock, passed away Friday, April 19, 2024.Carolyn was born in Atlanta, Georgia to Raymond and Thelma Burroughs on July 19, 1945.Faith and family have always been the cornerstone of Carolyn's life. She loved being a mother and was devoted to spending time with her children. Watching her children and grandchildren grow and learn was a joy...

Apr 18, 2024

Mark Douglas Butcko, age 73, of Woodstock, passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2024 at a local hospital.

Mark was born in Detroit, Michigan on June 7, 1950, the son of the late Walter and Marjorie Butcko. Mark was a stock broker and also sold cars for a living. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his...

Apr 17, 2024

Anthony A. Wood went to be with his savior on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at the age of 61 years old. He passed peacefully and is no longer in pain from his long battle with cancer. 

 

He is survived by his beloved wife of 38 years Kimberly Martin Wood; his loving children: Justin (Elise) A. Wood, Kelsey (Lee) M. Grander and...