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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.
Michael Patrick Carroll
Feb 2, 2026
Michael (Mike) Patrick Carroll was born June 7, 1950 to Elaine Edquist and Richard Carroll in Superior, WI. He went home to be with his lord and savior, and the love of his life on February 2, 2026.
If you knew Mike, you knew he had nine lives and lived a life that far surpassed even his own expectations. He proudly...
George Edward Scase
Jan 31, 2026
George Edward Scase, III, 63, of Franklin, Georgia passed peacefully in his home surrounded by loved ones on January 31, 2026. George was born on January 16, 1963. He was known for his love of fishing and bluegrass music.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Lillian Peck and his grandparents.
George is survived by his wife, Donna Scase;...
David Morgan Spears, Sr.
Jan 26, 2026
David Morgan Spears, Sr., 78, died peacefully January 26, 2026 surrounded by his wife and family. A longtime faithful servant of our Lord, David was above all, a man who followed Jesus and loved his family. He was a founding member and elder at Grace Chapel on High Holly Mountain in Scaly Mountain, N.C.
David was born in Jenkins, Ky., on...
Jacquelyn Lou Evanko
Jan 25, 2026
Jacqueline Evanko (Jackie), age 84, passed away peacefully at home on January 25, 2026, in Roswell, Georgia.
Born on April 13, 1941, in Chillicothe, Ohio, Jackie was the daughter of Jack and Louella Zody, sister to Nila. She spent her youth and early years in Chillicothe, Ohio, and northern Kentucky where she formed memories and relationships that stayed close to her...
Doris Edna Stiles
Jan 23, 2026
Doris Edna Stiles of Canton, GA., age 81, passed away on Friday, January 23rd, 2026. She was born September 30th, 1944, in Marietta, Georgia. Doris graduated from Sprayberry High School in 1963. Right after high school, she went and worked at Larry Bell Park as a secretary. Later, she worked at Cotton States Insurance and met the love of her...
Joan Alberto Paniagua
Jan 21, 2026
Joan Alberto Paniagua, of Summerville, South Carolina, passed away peacefully and went to heaven on January 21, 2026.
Joan was born on June 19, 1984, in La Romana, Dominican Republic, and was the son of Elsa Damaris Paniagua Medina.
Joan is survived by his children, Joanna Paniagua, Joaily Paniagua, Josairi Paniagua, and Johan Paniagua; his wife, Jennifer Paniagua; his mother, Elsa Damaris...
Stella Mae Warthen
Jan 20, 2026
Stella Mae Warthen 87 of Smyrna, Ga. Blessed the Heaven above on January 20, 2026.
She Blessed this world on July 18, 1938 in Ballground, Ga. Dawson County and was the daughter to the late Ralph and Lela Gazaway.
She also preceding the death of her two sisters Estelle G. Roland and Louise G. Smith. Two sister in laws Joanne W. Neil...
Ronald Arthur Willis
Jan 20, 2026
Ronald Arthur Willis, age 99, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2026, in Kennesaw, Georgia. Born on July 13, 1926, in Quincy, Massachusetts, Ronald's family moved to Chicago, Illinois, at the age of six, where he spent the majority of his life. Ronald lived a long and meaningful life marked by service, creativity, and deep devotion to his family.
A proud...
Sharon April McKinney
Jan 20, 2026
Sharon April McKinney, 84, of Marietta, Georgia, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2026.
Born in Los Angeles, California, Sharon was the daughter of the late George and Dorothy Gifford. As a young woman, she lived in France and Germany, experiences that inspired her lifelong love of travel and adventure.
Sharon found joy in life's simple pleasures. An avid reader, she loved...
Edward Anthony Sierra
Jan 20, 2026
Edward Anthony Sierra, age 75, of Albany, GA, passed away January 20, 2026.
Michele Denise Collins
Jan 18, 2026
Michele Denise Collins, 52, of Dallas, Georgia went to be with the Lord on Jan 18, 2026.
She was born October 9, 1973 in Dallas, Texas and was the daughter of Emmit Leon Lee, Sr. and Brenda Yarborough.
She was preceded in death by her father, and both her maternal and paternal grandparents.
She graduated with a degree in social services from Valdosta...
William Scott Elliott
Jan 18, 2026
William Scott Elliott, born March 16th, 1961 in Wadley, Alabama, and passed away on Sunday, January 18, 2026 at Tanner Memorial Hospital in Carrollton, Georgia.
Scott attended and graduated from Auburn University in 1981 where he played basketball for both the university and high level recreational leagues in the Valley area. Upon graduation, Scott joined the trucking industry which led him...
Gary Thomas Nelson
Jan 16, 2026
Gary Thomas Nelson, age 76, of Acworth, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 16, 2026.
Gary was born in Jacksonville, FL, on April 13, 1949, the son of the late Dell Williams Nelson and Marvin Leroy Nelson. He was preceded in death by his brother, Frank Nelson.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 44 years, Cathy. Over the years,...
Seth Daniel Caramanica
Jan 15, 2026
Seth Daniel Caramanica, 47, of Acworth, Georgia, passed away on January 15, 2026.
Seth was born in Natick, Massachusetts, and spent much of his life rooted in the Boston and Cambridge area. He graduated from the Art Institute of Boston in 2002, where he pursued his passion for art and creativity—an interest that remained central to his life.
He was the owner...
Mariann Spoelstra
Jan 15, 2026
Mariann Spoelstra, (nee Schwinge) born January 1, 1946, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2026. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, C. Gordon Spoelstra.
Born in New Jersey, Mariann spent most of her life there, raising her family and sharing her many gifts with those around her. In 2021, she relocated to Williamsburg, Virginia, where she spent her...
Sherri Lynn Pierce
Jan 14, 2026
Sherri Lynn Pierce, 58, of Douglasville, Georgia passed away on January 14, 2026.
Sherri lived happiest where the water was quiet and the campfire was crackling. An avid lover of fishing and camping, she found peace in the outdoors and joy in life’s simple moments. Her greatest loves were her husband, her loyal partner in all things, her family and her...
Nancy Estelle Black
Jan 13, 2026
Nancy Estelle Reeves Black, age 88, of Woodstock, GA passed away on January 13, 2026.
Nancy was born in Atlanta on December 13, 1937 to the late Rueben and Lucy Reeves of Atlanta.
She was preceded in death by her late husband, Melvyn Black and sister, Dianne Reeves, both from Woodstock.
Nancy graduated from Fulton High of Atlanta in 1956. She was a...
Melissa Jeanette Hamilton
Jan 12, 2026
Born May 6, 1958, in Dunkirk, NY, daughter of Richard J. Smith and Mildred E. (Robson) Shaffer. Melissa is preceded in death by both parents and brother-in-law, Jerold E. Hulett. She is survived by her beloved husband of 32 years, Jon A. Hamilton, daughters, Stephanie (Joshua) Meddaugh and Chelsea Yergens (Michael Jacobs), her adored grandson, Ryan Meddaugh, siblings Brenda (Ron)...
Michael Justin Gerardy
Jan 11, 2026
Mike was born in Chicago, IL, son of the late Richard J. Gerardy and Dorothy D. (DeVore) Gerardy. He passed away after a year-long battle with pancreatic cancer.
Mike is survived by his wife, Debra Smith Gerardy; sons, Steven Gerardy and Donald Gerardy; daughters, Valerie Gerardy and Rebecca Gerardy; siblings, Carol Little (Charles), Richard Gerardy, Lyn Gooden and Christopher Gerardy (Lisa).
He...
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