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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.

Anni Bryson

Anni Bryson

Aug 18, 2024

Anni H. Bryson, 86, of Acworth, Georgia went home to heaven on August 18, 2024.

Anni was born December 20, 1937 in Pirmasens, Germany and was the only child of the late Anna and Eugene Heselmeire.

She was preceded in death by her daughter, Nancy C. Bryson.

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Peter Joseph Sartore

Peter Joseph Sartore

Aug 18, 2024

Peter (Doc) Sartore, 64, fought a long and valiant battle against cancer before passing from this earth on August 18, 2024. In his final days, he was attended to by family and had many friends from near and far come by to re-live memories of adventures and misadventures shared during his lifetime. Pete had an appetite for a life...

Frances  G. Ward

Frances G. Ward

Aug 17, 2024

Frances G. Ward, a beloved figure in the Locust Grove community, known as Mrs. Frances, passed away peacefully at her home on August 17, 2024, at 98. Born in Atlanta, GA on March 1, 1926, Mrs. Frances lived a life of dedication, service, and love.

Mrs. Frances married her devoted husband, Mr. Ray Ward, in...

Marlin Randall Wills

Marlin Randall Wills

Aug 17, 2024

Marlin Randall Wills, 64, of Phenix City, AL, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2024.

Mr. Wills was born in Ft. Gaines, GA on February 12th, 1960 and was the son of the Late Lonnie Frank Wills JR. and Betty Louise Blankenship Norris.

Other than his parents he is preceded in...

Edward James Riley

Edward James Riley

Aug 17, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Edward James Riley, who left us on August 17, 2024. Ed was born on January 13, 1948, in Buffalo, NY. The beloved son of James and Joan Riley, Ed grew up in Hamburg, NY alongside his sister Maureen. He enjoyed a close-knit family environment that instilled in him...

David Eric Jefferson

David Eric Jefferson

Aug 16, 2024

David Eric Jefferson, born on September 25, 1957, in Raeford, North Carolina, passed away on August 16, 2024, in Griffin, Georgia. A dedicated bus driver, David was known for his outgoing and loving personality, which left a lasting impression on everyone he met.

David was a beloved brother to his sister, Jenny, who survives him....

Caroline Jeanne Conway

Caroline Jeanne Conway

Aug 15, 2024

Caroline Jeanne Conway, 60, of Woodstock, GA passed away on August 15, 2024.  Born on June 10, 1964 in Detroit, Michigan to the late James Conway and the late Pearl Conway.

Carol leaves to cherish her memory her beloved children, Zachary and Emily and her sister, Connie. She will be forever missed by her family....

Gloria Susanne Favero

Gloria Susanne Favero

Aug 15, 2024

Gloria Favero, age 86, of Marietta, Georgia, passed away on August 15, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

Gloria was born on February 18, 1938, to Janko and Mary Kolenko in Batavia, NY. She spent many years working as a dedicated secretary where she was known for her professionalism and exceptionally fast typing skills. After...

Rasheed Mathis Gibson

Rasheed Mathis Gibson

Aug 13, 2024

Rasheed Mathis Gibson, 27, of Canton, GA passed away on August 13, 2024. Leaf Cremation is handling arrangements.

Josephine Theresa Mangan

Josephine Theresa Mangan

Aug 13, 2024

Josephine Theresa Mangan (nee O’Connor) of McDonough, Georgia tragically passed away on August 13th, 2024. Jo was born in Dublin, Ireland in 1966 to Joseph and Eileen O’ Connor and is one of five siblings. She graduated from Our Lady of Mercy secondary school in 1984, was accepted into Jervis Street Hospital, and trained as a registered general nurse....

Kathy C. Hewitt

Kathy C. Hewitt

Aug 10, 2024

Kathy C. Hewitt of Canton, GA passed away on August 10, 2024.

She was born June 12, 1958 and was the daughter of Edwin & Hazel Terry of Alpharetta, GA.

Kathy was preceded in death by her parents, Edwin & Hazel Terry; husband, Bill Norwood; 2nd husband, Alan Hewitt and grandson,...

Erwin Sierra

Erwin Sierra

Aug 6, 2024

Erwin Sierra, 71, of Winder, GA passed away on August 6, 2024.

He was born on January 30, 1953 in Guatemala City, Guatemala to the late Otto Sierra and Natividad Rodas Sierra.

Erwin moved to the United States of America in 1982 where he worked as a pastor for over forty...

Edmund John Wilkes, Sr.

Edmund John Wilkes, Sr.

Aug 5, 2024

Edmund John Wilkes, Sr. of Carrollton, GA went to Heaven on 08/05/2024.

He was born on 07/05/1962 in Jersey City, NJ and is the son of the late Rosie Wilkes and Edmund Sweeny.

He is survived by his 4 children, Surrender Lindley, Edmund John Wilkes, Jr., Jessie Kyle Street and Madison Wilkes, and...

Larry  Robert Peterson

Larry Robert Peterson

Aug 5, 2024

Larry Robert Peterson of Canton, GA passed away on August 5, 2024 after a long struggle with Parkinsons Disease.

He was born January 16, 1949 in Newcastle, Pennsylvania. He is preceded in death by his father Robert Peterson and mother Ruth Peterson.

Larry attended Youngstown State University and enlisted in the...

John Calvin Dicks

John Calvin Dicks

Aug 3, 2024

John Calvin Dicks, 67, of Canton, GA passed away on August 03, 2024.  Leaf Cremation is handling arrangements.

Terri Lea Barth

Terri Lea Barth

Aug 2, 2024

Terri Lea Barth (Tudor), affectionately known as Mama T and who always had a smile on her face, passed

away peacefully and surrounded by family on August 2, 2024, in Kennesaw, Georgia. Born to Phyllis (Tiny)

and Edward Tudor on September 30, 1955 in Elgin, Illinois, Terri’s life was a tapestry of dedication, love, and...

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