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.
Michael Carl Wheaton
Mar 7, 2024
Michael Carl Wheaton, 69, of Lawrenceville, GA passed away on March 7, 2024. Leaf Cremation is handling arrangements.
Gary Elwin Cody
Mar 7, 2024
Gary Elwin Cody, known affectionately as Gary by all who knew him, passed away on March 7, 2024, at the age of 80. Born on February 8, 1944, in Aragon, Georgia, Gary lived a full and vibrant life before departing peacefully in Rockmart, Georgia, due to complications from Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.
Gary is remembered...
Marguerite Catherine Shirley
Mar 4, 2024
Marguerite Catherine Shirley,98, of Canton Georgia passed away on March, 2024. She was born August 31st, 1925 in Whitewood, Saskatchewan Canada and raised near Plunkett. Marguerite was the youngest of nine children to Charles and Anna Clavelle. Raised on the prairies and educated in a one room school house, she served in the Canadian Army during World War II...
Kay Clark
Mar 3, 2024
Marlene Kay (Brinkerhoff) Clark, 76, of Mansfield, Georgia, passed away at her home surrounded by family on Saturday, March 3, 2024. Survived by husband R. David Clark and sister Karen (Brinkerhoff) Livengood. Preceded in death by her parents, Burton and Winifred (Hisey) Brinkerhoff and sister Kathy (Brinkerhoff) Holman.
Born November 7, 1947, in Portland, Indiana,...
James Patrick Allison
Mar 3, 2024
James Patrick Allison, loving husband, father, and brother, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2024. He is preceded in death by his son, Adam, as well as his sisters, Kathy Spriggs and Nancy Hannah.
Jim is survived by his wife, Cathy; children, Trent and Amanda; brother, Ricky; sisters, Patty Lee, Mary McCalla, and Betsy Eloquin;...
Stephen Shuryn
Mar 2, 2024
Stephen "Steve" Shuryn, age 66, of Cartersville, Georgia, passed away on March 2, 2024, after a valiant battle with cancer.
Born on May 20, 1957, in Plainfield, New Jersey, Steve was known for his courageous spirit and analytical mind, traits that served him well both personally and professionally.
Steve is survived...
Brenda Faye Page
Mar 1, 2024
Surrounded by her family went home to be with The Lord. She is so very missed and loved. She was preceded in death by her Mother Linda Hogan and her Father Jerry Page Sr. And her Son Tony Newberry and 3 brothers Jimmy Page, Billy Page and Johnny Page. She has 2 living children Larry Newberry and Michelle Newberry....
Dennis Lloyd Jones
Mar 1, 2024
Dennis Lloyd Jones, 72, died Friday, March 1, 2024, at home in Cartersville, Georgia after a short battle with aggressive bladder cancer. He is preceded in death by his parents, Leon and Virginia Jones. His surviving siblings are Leon (Beth) Jones, Linda (Ron) Dodge, Douglas Jones, and Suzanne Jones.
He is survived by the love of his...
Jerry Charles Klement
Feb 29, 2024
Jerry Charles Klement, 84, resident of Acworth, Georgia passed away peacefully on February 29, 2024.
The son of Charles and Gwendolyn Klement, Jerry was born in Evanston, Illinois on February 4, 1940. He graduated from Arlington High school in Arlington Heights, Illinois in 1957 where he enjoyed playing baseball and basketball.
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Timothy Bernard Ford
Feb 29, 2024
Timothy Bernard Ford passed peacefully on the morning of February 29, 2024 after a gradual decline in health. He was surrounded and supported by a dear friend, Mr. Rick Davis, during the last days of his life.
"Tim" was born in Cordele, GA. on February 18, 1971 to the late J.R. Ford and Audrey Alice...
Phillip Wayne Thompson, Sr.
Feb 27, 2024
Phillip “Phil” Wayne Thompson Sr, 67, of Floyd County Georgia, passed away on February 27, 2024, in Rome.
Phil, known for his compassionate and loving nature, was a devoted father and a generous soul who never hesitated to help others. He had a warm and welcoming personality, making friends wherever he went.
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John Robert Butz
Feb 25, 2024
John Butz, 65, of Stockbridge, Georgia passed away Sunday, February 25, 2024, surrounded by his children. John was born in Portland, Oregon on May 14, 1958, adopted son of the late Loretta Dufresne Butz and Robert Butz of Portland, Oregon.
John is survived by his children Melissa Thomas (William), Jennifer Cannone (Conrad), and John Daniel...
Marvin Lewis Luke, Sr.
Feb 24, 2024
Marvin L. (Sonny) Luke Sr, 75, of Grovetown, GA transitioned from this life to heaven on February 24th, 2024.
He was born in Augusta, GA on August 23, 1948 and was the son of the late John and Irene Luke. He was also preceded in death by his brother Ronnie Luke.
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George Graham Ardell
Feb 23, 2024
George Graham Ardell, 95, passed into the arms of his creator on February, 23rd, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was born Dec. 17th, 1928 in Williamsport, PA, but grew up and spent most of his life in the hills of West Virginia.
He attended the U.S. Naval Academy, graduating in 1951 and serving at...
Joseph Powers Firestine
Feb 21, 2024
Joseph (Joe) Firestine of Marietta, Ga, 91, died peacefully on February 21, 2024. He was born in Detroit, Michigan on July 15, 1932. He was the son of George and Ethel Firestine. He was the loving brother of Marion, George and Chuck.
He served as Corporal in the Military Police during the Korean War.
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