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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.

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John Henry Maddox Jr

John Henry Maddox Jr

May 30, 2026

John Henry Maddox, Jr., age 80, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.

Born on July 8, 1945, John lived a life defined by hard work, service, integrity, and devotion to his family and community. He graduated from Worth County High School and attended the University of Georgia, where he furthered his education and...

Jeffery Lynn Stringfield

Jeffery Lynn Stringfield

May 26, 2026

Jeffery Lynn Stringfield, 63, passed away on May 27, 2026.

Jeffery was born on August 12, 1962, in Chicago, Illinois, and was the son of Patsy and Burl Stringfield.

Jeffery dedicated 36 years of service as a truck driver for UPS. He was known for his strong work ethic, dedication to his family, and kind heart. In his free time, he enjoyed...

John Gartrell Nevitt, Jr.

John Gartrell Nevitt, Jr.

May 26, 2026

On May 26, 2026, God called one of His mightiest servants home. John Gartrell Nevitt, Jr. took to Heaven on wings woven from the love, tears, and prayers of his loved ones as they surrounded him. Known as Jack to family and friends, he was a fun-loving, gentle giant, a steadfast man of God, and devoted family man, who was...

Pamela Charlton Davidson

Pamela Charlton Davidson

May 25, 2026

Pamela Charlton Davidson, 72, of Roswell, GA passed away unexpectedly on May 25, 2026.

She was born on December 4, 1953, in Warner Robbins, GA growing up in Manchester, IA and was the daughter of the late William and Lois Charlton (nee McCord).

Pam is survived by her husband Tim Davidson, and four siblings Deborah Peyton (nee Charlton) of Manchester, IA; Barbara...

Lisa Dianne Rodebush

Lisa Dianne Rodebush

May 25, 2026

Lisa Dianne Rodebush, 65, of Woodstock, GA, passed away on May 25, 2026. She was born on October 24, 1960, in Murphy, NC, and was the daughter of Robert and Sally Bales.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Sally; her brother, Gary; her sisters, Sharon and Sheila; and her daughter, Lindsay. She is survived by her husband,...

John William Bailey

John William Bailey

May 25, 2026

John William Bailey, 66, passed away on May 25, 2026.

Joyce Jennie Nolan

Joyce Jennie Nolan

May 24, 2026

Joyce Jennie Nolan, 76, of Woodstock, Georgia, passed away on May 24, 2026. Joyce was born in Clearwater, Florida, on May 6, 1950, to parents William and Louise Nolan.



She was preceded in death by her twin sister, Lynda Ann Nolan-Miller. She is survived by her sisters, Marilyn Nolan-Johnson and Michele Bensen; brothers, James Nolan and Larry Nolan; many extended family...

Russell Arthur Ferguson

Russell Arthur Ferguson

May 24, 2026

Russell Arthur Ferguson, age 72, of Marietta, Georgia passed away surrounded in love by his family on May 24, 2026 after a hard-fought battle with cancer. Born October 29,1953 in Erie, Pennsylvania, Russ went on to graduate high school from Woodridge High School in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio in 1971. He completed his studies at The Culinary Institute of America and...

John Gaines Katterhenry

John Gaines Katterhenry

May 23, 2026

John Gaines Katterhenry, son of the late Arnold Allen Katterhenry and Ann Sue Derrick Katterhenry, passed away on May 23, 2026, in Cumming, GA following a short illness. John was born in Chattanooga, TN on May 30, 1945, and the family subsequently lived in Gainesville, Florida and Atlanta, Georgia.

John is survived by his beloved wife of 35 years, Patricia Jean...

Chester Boice Allen III

Chester Boice Allen III

May 22, 2026

Chester Boice Allen III, late of Newnan, Georgia, passed away from natural causes at home on May 22, 2026, surrounded by his family. Born on March 20, 1941, in Montclair, New Jersey, Chester was known as “Terry” throughout his childhood. Following high school, he served in the Navy before graduating from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, launching a distinguished 32-year career flying...

Jerry Mack Shoemaker

Jerry Mack Shoemaker

May 22, 2026

Jerry M. Shoemaker, age 82, of Mableton, Georgia passed away on May 22, 2026. He was born on July 12,1943, in Fruithurst, Alabama and was the son of the late Gilmore and Marvelle Shoemaker. Jerry is survived by his brothers Larry and Ronald (Gloria) Shoemaker; nieces Rhonda (Ken) Sheppard, Nicole (Michael) Creecy, Crystal (Clint) Foster; nephew Brian (Sherri Lee) Shoemaker;...

Douglas Levell Styles

Douglas Levell Styles

May 22, 2026

Douglas Levell Styles, 69, of Cartersville, GA passed away May 22, 2026.

Glover Lee Sarvis Jr

Glover Lee Sarvis Jr

May 22, 2026

Glover Lee Sarvis Jr, aged 86, passed away peacefully, on May 22nd, at Tranquility Hospice of Kennesaw Mountain. He was born on September 18th to the parents of Glover Lee Sarvis Sr and Hilda Catherine Brannon and grew up in Apalachicola, Florida. He married Juanna Cheryl (Thompson) Sarvis on March 6th, 1966 in Tallahassee, Florida and this year they celebrated...

Linda Sharyl Snoddy

Linda Sharyl Snoddy

May 19, 2026

With deep love and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Linda S. Snoddy, who entered eternal rest on May 19, 2026, at the age of 76.

Born on January 13, 1950, to David and Margie Dright, Linda S. Snoddy was raised in Phoenix, Illinois. She earned her associate degree and dedicated many years of service as an Administrative Assistant with...

Steven Marvin Vidrine

Steven Marvin Vidrine

May 17, 2026

Steven Vidrine, 58, of Canton, Georgia joined his Lord and Savior on May 17, 2026 following a heroically furious fight against the formidable foe that is pancreatic cancer.

Born in Columbus, Georgia the son of Marvin and Erna Vidrine. He was preceded in death by his father Marvin as well as his maternal and paternal grandparents.

Steve, a 1986 graduate of Kendrick...

Lillie Floy Edwards

Lillie Floy Edwards

May 17, 2026

We are saddened to announce the passing of Lillie Edwards, born February 23, 1940, who fell asleep in death on May 17, 2026, at Wellstar Tranquility Hospice Center. Lillie was the oldest of 11 children born to Henry Clyde Edwards and Aslee Dickenson Edwards. She was preceded in death by her two brothers, Marvin and Mittford, and her sister, Carolyn.

She...

Marc A. Beely

Marc A. Beely

May 17, 2026

Cremation services are being handled by Leaf Cremation.

Deborah Morgan

Deborah Morgan

May 17, 2026

Deborah Morgan, 71, of East Point, Georgia passed away on May 17, 2026.

She had 2 children, a son, Tony Ross and a daughter, Monica Davis and granddaughter, Jahmonica Davis.  Deborah was a fighter and a very strong woman even through everything she never gave up no matter how hard life got.  She loved her children and granddaughter a lot.  She...

Steven Phillip Gray

Steven Phillip Gray

May 15, 2026

Steven Phillip Gray, 76, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2026, in Canton, Ga. He was born on August 11, 1949, in Kent, Washington, to Laverne and Delmar Gray. Steven often spoke fondly of growing up in Kent and greatly admired his grandfather, who left a lasting impression on his life.

About five years ago, after experiencing medical issues, Steven moved...

Marie White Hood

Marie White Hood

May 12, 2026

Marie White Hood, 77, of Woodstock, Georgia passed away on May 12, 2026. Leaf Cremation is handling arrangements.

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