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Recent obituaries in aCWORTH, gEORGIA
The obituaries in the Acworth, Georgia Area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity Acworth, Georgia's history and identity.
Leota “Betty Joe” Buchanan Collins
Jul 9, 2026
On a snowy winter day, February 6, 1935, in the mountains of Fannin County, Georgia, twins were born to Will and Bertha Davis: a boy, Leo Henry, and a little girl, Leota. They were raised on the farm with their older brother Cecil. Their beloved sister, Edna, died as a child when Leota was still a baby. In 1948, the...
Charleen Reeves Wells
Jul 4, 2026
Charleen Reeves Wells of Ormond Beach, Florida died on Saturday, July 4th, 2026. She was 86 years old, born on August 5th, 1939, in Atlanta, Georgia to Charles and Thelma Reeves. She was married to her high school sweetheart, Don Wells; they recently celebrated their 68th wedding anniversary. She is survived by her children, Fara Hicks, Angie Babcock, and Don...
James Lewis Dennis, III
Jul 3, 2026
James Lewis Dennis III passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of those closest to him, leaving behind a legacy of dedication, kindness, and service.
A lifelong cattle farmer and devoted educator, Jim dedicated much of his life to teaching and mentoring others. He taught Advanced Placement Chemistry at Parkersburg High School for 30 years and later taught chemistry at Creekview...
Kirby John "KJ" Eldridge
Jul 1, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Kirby John Eldridge (KJ), 45, of Douglasville, Georgia, who passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on February 16, 1981, in Watertown, New York, to Kirby E. Eldridge and Carol A. Eldridge (Delles), KJ was raised in a military family and lived in many...
George Morris White
Jul 1, 2026
George Morris White departed this life on July 1, 2026 while living and working in Canton, Georgia. George was born in San Diego County, California on October 27, 1966.
George was an individual who constantly strove to improve himself and support and encourage others. He completed service in the California Conservation Corp, completed his GED, then began the life-long process of...
Marlene Mae Ulrich
Jun 30, 2026
Marlene Mae Ulrich passed away peacefully on June 30, 2026, at the age of 87.
She was born on May 3, 1939, in Schenectady, New York, to Leland Orland Rockwell and Margaret Frances Wood. Throughout her life, she called Mayfield, New York; Justin, Texas; and Tyrone, Georgia home.
Dedicated to caring for others, she graduated from Ellis Hospital School of Nursing in...
Danny Eugene Watkins
Jun 29, 2026
Danny Watkins, age 74, born on September 19th, 1951, passed away on June 29th, 2026, at 6:10 a.m. and will be laid to rest at West Virginia National Cemetery on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at 10 AM.
He is survived by his wife Elaine Miles Watkins and her children Sarahvena and Garrett Carroll, his daughter Beth Jones and her husband Rob,...
Virginia "Ginger" Mae Dorsey Still
Jun 29, 2026
Virginia "Ginger" Mae Dorsey Still, 89, of Powder Springs, GA, passed from this Earth to her Heavenly home on June 29, 2026. As we mourn her loss, we also celebrate the love and kindness that were the essence of her life.
She was born on September 7, 1936, in Atlanta, GA, to Mark Carr Dorsey and Grace Bell Dorsey.
She lived some...
Vivian Dawn Porter
Jun 27, 2026
Vivian Dawn Porter, 75, of Cumming, Georgia, passed away on June 27, 2026.
She was born on April 3, 1951, in Statesboro, Georgia, and was the daughter of John and Lula Peterman. Vivian was preceded in death by her Mother and Father.
Growing up primarily in Winder, Georgia, Vivian was an active participant in Girl Scouts and a dedicated member of her...
Kristine Jane Johnson
Jun 27, 2026
Kristine Jane Johnson
September 21, 1943 - June 27, 2026
Kristine Jane Johnson passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home on June 27, 2026, surrounded by the love of her children. She was 83 years old.
Born on September 21, 1943, in Michigan, Kristine spent most of her childhood in Vero Beach, Florida, where she became an accomplished synchronized swimmer with...
Sharon Giddens Askew
Jun 24, 2026
Sharon Giddens Askew, 78, of Newnan went home to be with the Lord on June 24, 2026 at Southwest Christian Care. Sharon was born in Baltimore, Maryland on August 20, 1947. She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. William T. Giddens of Haines City, Florida.
Sharon graduated from Haines City High School in 1965. She worked on the...
Lydia Pasols
Jun 24, 2026
Lydia Pasols, 88, of Gainesville, GA passed away on June 24, 2026. Leaf Cremation is handling arrangements.
Lisa Marie Manley
Jun 22, 2026
Lisa Marie Manley, 57, of Decatur, GA passed away on June 22, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was born on September 10, 1968, in Newport News, VA. She is survived by the love of her life for 31 years, Melissa Manley, her parents, Teresa and Robert Manley, her brothers, Bobby, Zak, and Seth Manley, and her dear friends and...
Frederick Carl Carracher
Jun 22, 2026
Frederick Carl Carracher, 72, of Ellijay, passed away on June 22, 2026. Leaf Cremation is handling arrangements.
Gayle Joanne Williams
Jun 21, 2026
Gayle Joanne Williams, 77, of Dalton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2026.She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 45 years, Robert (Bob) F. Williams, Jr., with whom she shared a lifetime of love and devotion.She is survived by her daughter, Diana Williams, of Dalton, Georgia; her son, Bryan Williams (Rachel), of Greeneville, Tennessee; her grandchildren,...
Robert Wesley Fortner
Jun 20, 2026
Robert Wesley Fortner, age 68 of Cartersville, GA, departed this life on Saturday June 20th, 2026, surrounded by his family, following an extended illness.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Lee Fortner and Barbara June Leonard Fortner and his nephew, Joshua Lee Moore.
He is survived by his sister, Rebecca Fortner Baker and his brother and sister in law...
George Carl D'Andrea
Jun 19, 2026
George Carl D'Andrea, 80, passed away at the hospital after Open Heart Surgery on Friday, June 19, 2026, in Rome, Georgia.
He was born February 22, 1946 to Triplatiano D'Andrea and Sadie Lyga in Waterbury, Connecticut. On June15, 1974 he married Gail Akey in Miami, Florida. George was a Veteran of the Vietnam War, The Fighting Seabees (NAVY). He also enjoyed...
Larry Jay Wolfe
Jun 17, 2026
With heavy hearts and profound respect, we announce the passing of Larry Jay Wolfe, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, who departed this world peacefully and painlessly on June 17, 2026, at the age of 84, in the comforting surroundings of Azalea Gardens of Mableton. Born on August 4, 1941, in the picturesque town of Pine Grove, Pennsylvania,...
Ralph Emerson Roughton Jr.
Jun 17, 2026
Ralph Emerson Roughton, Jr. was born on December 13, 1932 in Sandersville, GA, to Ralph Emerson Roughton, Sr. and Sarah Rogers Roughton, and died peacefully at Emory St. Joseph's Hospital on June 17, 2026. While he experienced numerous effects of aging, he was still very much the man we knew and loved up until his death. He was a generous...
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