obituaries
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.
Shirley Jean Cunningham
Jun 19, 2024
Shirley Jean (Heitman) Cunningham, “Gubbie” to many of those who loved her, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 19. She is preceded in death by her loving husband of 57 years, Raymond “Ray” Cunningham.
Gubbie is survived by her daughter Karen Rae, her son-in-law Ken, her grandchildren Erin Fleming, Shannon Deere, and Meghan Schaap (husband...
Thomas Joseph Lee
Jun 11, 2024
Thomas Joseph Lee, Jr., born May 16, 1940, passed away June 11, 2024 at home having spent his last days with his children and grandchildren. Tom was preceded in death by his parents Thomas Joseph & Nora Christine Hanley Lee and sisters Joan Lee and Kathleen Blair and his beloved nephew Brian Blair. Tom is survived by his children...
James Aubrey Gordon Iii
Jun 10, 2024
James A. “Jimmy” Gordon, III departed this life to rest in the arms of his Lord and Savior on Monday, June 10, 2024 at the age of 64.
Jimmy was born in Macon, Ga on March 14, 1960 to the late Lillian King Gordon and the late James A.Gordon, Jr. He was a 1979 graduate...
Stanley Max Stuart
Jun 10, 2024
Stanley Max Stuart, 74, of Calhoun, GA passed away on June 10, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.
Stanley was born December 15, 1949 in Copperhill, TN to the late Hoilt Stuart & Irene Ledford Stuart.
He spent his life working as a mechanic and was a loving father and grandfather....
Lisa Ann Teitsort
Jun 9, 2024
Lisa Ann Teitsort, a beacon of love and creativity, passed away at the age of 51 on June 9, 2024, in Cartersville, Georgia, due to a heart attack. Born on September 11, 1972, in Douglasville, Georgia, Lisa's life was a vibrant tapestry woven with the joys of motherhood, the beauty of nature, and the boundless creativity that she shared...
William Clifford Cole
Jun 9, 2024
William Clifford Cole, Jr, of Acworth, GA, passed away on June 9, 2024. He was born May 16, 1969, and was the son of William Clifford Cole, Sr & Carole Ann Cole. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Clyde & Thelma Blair, Father, William Clifford Cole Sr, and nephew, Brandon Lee Herrera.
He...
Maria Joyce
Jun 8, 2024
Maria Joyce passed away peacefully in Marietta, Georgia on June 8, 2024 at the age of 76. Maria leaves behind her three daughters Karen (Peter) Joyce Simmons, Sharon (Michael) Joyce Williams, and Erin (Matthew) Marie Rakes and her three granddaughters: Claire Victoria Williams, Paige Maria Williams, and Katherine Joyce Simmons. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank...
Aleida L. Castro
Jun 8, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. Aleida L. Castro, 99, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, who joined our Lord on June 8, 2024.
Born in Placetas, Cuba, in 1924, Dr. Castro was the eldest of five children. She received her medical degree in anesthesiology from the University of...
Mary Lou Kohnle
Jun 8, 2024
Mrs. Mary Lou Kohnle, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2024, in Woodstock, Georgia. Born on September 24, 1930, in Dayton, Ohio, Mary Lou was the beloved daughter of Leo and Katherine Schuler, who had recently immigrated from Germany. At the age of three, she moved with her family to Columbus, Ohio.
Mary Lou's educational...
Lawrence Alan Dick
Jun 2, 2024
Lawrence “Larry” Dick passed away peacefully on June 2, 2024 at the age of 71 at Townsend Health & Rehab in Cartersville, GA where he resided for the past several years after being diagnosed with Dementia in 2018.
He was preceded in death by his parents Ralph & Mary Jean, sister Susan & brother David....
Barbara Jean Eller
Jun 2, 2024
Barbara Jean “Jeannie/Neannie” Eller, 72, of Acworth, Georgia, went to heaven on June 2nd, 2024. She was born February 4th, 1952 in Ducktown, Tennessee and was the daughter of late Jacob and Corene Mashburn.
Jeannie was a graduate of Copper Basin High School. She enjoyed cooking, watching Atlanta Braves baseball, and spending time with her...
Gerald Phipps
May 30, 2024
Gerald is survived by his daughters Tanietra Phipps, Denietra Phipps, Jalissa Phipps, Tyeisha Williams and Anissa Phipps.
Dawn Marie Nelson
May 28, 2024
Dawn Marie Nelson passed away on May 28, 2024 at the age of 60 in Gainesville GA.
Dawn was born on March 19, 1964, in Las Vegas, Nevada, to Phylis and George Thomas. She married Richard Nelson in the winter of 1988. In her high school years, Dawn was a standout athlete and volleyball player,...
Cheryl Anne Bravo
May 27, 2024
Cheryl Anne Bravo, 60, passed away peacefully with a beautiful smile on her face and her partner by her side on May 27, 2024 at Emory University Hospital - Bridgeway Hospice in Atlanta after a year long battle with Ovarian Cancer. Cheryl left an authentic, loving impact on everyone she touched. Her legacy of living a heart-centered life will...
Bryan L. Stephenson
May 26, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Bryan L Stephenson, age 85, who left us on Sunday May 26, 2024.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Harley James Stephenson and Dorothy Claire Bowers Stephenson, as well as his beloved son, Robert James Stephenson.
Bryan is...
Mr. Bill
May 25, 2024
William J. Kowalik, 71, of Powder Springs, Georgia. Formally of Syracuse, New York, passed away Saturday, May 25, 2024, at home surrounded by his wife, Ruth, and daughter, Billie Jo.
He was born in Syracuse, NY, the son of the late Stanley and Dolores Kowalik. He graduated from Henninger High School in Syracuse, NY. He...