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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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Larry Neil Dodson

Larry Neil Dodson

May 3, 2024

Larry Neil Dodson of Goldwater, Alabama passed away on Friday, May 03, 2024. He was born on August 08, 1947, to the late Nolan Floyd and Wilburth Baker Dodson. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his sister Barbara (Bunny) Doss, Linda Ramsey, brother and sister-in-law Floyd and Darlyne Dodson.

Larry...

Charles Mitchell Long

Charles Mitchell Long

May 2, 2024

Much loved son, brother and friend to all.

Charles's tender heart was known to quietly show up helping and supporting wherever needed.

Born in Cartersville, Ga. son of Anne Lane Long and James F. Long (deceased)

Brother; James (Little Jim) Long (deceased)

Sister; Sallie Long (Bill) Sirmon

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Betty Cleo Kirkman

Betty Cleo Kirkman

May 2, 2024

Betty Kirkman, 82, of Rome, GA, passed away on May 2, 2024.

She was born November 5, 1941, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She was the daughter of Clarence L. Coward and Eula T. Cowart.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Phillip L. McGinty Sr., second husband Lee V. Kirkman,...

Charlotte Kell Goldman

Charlotte Kell Goldman

Apr 30, 2024

Charlotte Kell Goldman, passed away on April 30, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love. She was known for her kind, gracious, and steadfast nature. Born on November 21, 1942, in Toccoa, Georgia, to John Frank Kell and Lessie Campbell Kell, her beautiful, gracious smile melted many hearts.

‍Charlotte’s life was one of dedication and...

Richard Arthur Studley

Richard Arthur Studley

Apr 29, 2024

Cremation services are being handled by Leaf Cremation.

John P. Austin, Jr.

John P. Austin, Jr.

Apr 28, 2024

John P. Austin, Jr., the cherished elder son of the esteemed J. Paul Austin and Jeane W. Austin of Atlanta, GA, passed away on April 28, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born in 1951, John was raised in Atlanta and received his education at Westminster, Culver Military Academy, and the University of Virginia. A visionary and pioneer, John...

Annette Vasthi Gilliam

Annette Vasthi Gilliam

Apr 27, 2024

Annette Vasthi Gilliam is survived by her husband, Robert Lee Gilliam. She will be greatly missed.

Robert Lejay Cummings

Robert Lejay Cummings

Apr 26, 2024

Robert (“Bob”) Lejay Cummings passed away peacefully in Atlanta, Georgia on April 26, 2024.

A memorial service will be held at Kingsbridge Retirement Community on Saturday, June 8 at 2:00pm.

Bob was born on December 20, 1946 in Winston Salem, North Carolina to the late Zona Tysinger Cummings Mauney. During his...

Ronald Lester Shear

Ronald Lester Shear

Apr 26, 2024

Cremation services are being handled by Leaf Cremation.

George Alvin Adams

George Alvin Adams

Apr 26, 2024

George Alvin "AL" Adams, age 53, of Acworth, GA, crossed over to Valhalla on April 26, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.

Born November 9, 1970 in East Point, GA to Lillie Blevens Adams and George Albert Adams, AL was the loving husband of Tara L. Duffy-Adams and an amazing bonus dad to Veronica M....

Robert "Derek" Clark

Robert "Derek" Clark

Apr 25, 2024

Robert "Derek" Clark, 55, of Dallas, GA passed away on April 25, 2024.

"Derek" was born November 6,1968 to Robert Delbert Clark and Margaret Starnes Holland of Cartersville, GA.

He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Delbert Clark

Derek attended Cartersville High school and Cassville...

Mark Lee Lemmerman

Mark Lee Lemmerman

Apr 23, 2024

Mark Lee Lemmerman passed away on April 23, 2024 at his home in Cartersville, Georgia. He was 71 years old.

Mark was born on January 8, 1953 in Baltimore, Maryland to Helen M. Naff and John H. Lemmerman. He lived in Baltimore the first part of his life, where he joined the military...

John Dennis Pace

John Dennis Pace

Apr 23, 2024

John Dennis Pace of Marietta, Georgia, passed away peacefully in his home on April 23, 2024 at the age of 86. He was born in Hoboken, NewJersey to Peter Pace and Adele Smith Pace.

After graduation in 1955 from Lampeter-Strasburg High School in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, he enlisted in the United States Air Force. He retired...

Lesley Hopkins Plunkett

Lesley Hopkins Plunkett

Apr 22, 2024

Lesley Hopkins Plunkett, 61, of Woodstock, GA passed away on April 22, 2024. Leaf Cremation is handling arrangements.

Veda Tatum Nuckolls

Veda Tatum Nuckolls

Apr 22, 2024

Veda Kiz Tatum Nuckolls, affectionately known by many as Veve, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2024, at the age of 94 in Dalton, GA. Born on May 7, 1929, she led a life marked by devotion to her family, her work, and her faith. Veve was the cherished matriarch of a large and loving family.

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Janice Elaine Lang

Janice Elaine Lang

Apr 21, 2024

Janice E. Lang passed peacefully from this life on April 21, 2024 at the age of 81.

She was born on September 2, 1942 to James and Alma (Louise) Roach at White Cross Hospital in Columbus, Ohio.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 20 years, Ernest J....

Abdul Salaam Albari

Abdul Salaam Albari

Apr 21, 2024

Abdul Albari was born Richard “Ricky” Gordon in Birmingham, AL on October 9, 1956 to Flim Edward Gordon and Earlene Lipscomb.

Richard grew up in Birmingham and moved to Louisville where he would live most of his adult life.

Richard joined the Nation of Islam and changed his name...

Terrance Laquell Alston-Headley

Terrance Laquell Alston-Headley

Apr 19, 2024

God truly gained an angel at 7:14pm on 4/19/2024. Terrance was surrounded by his family at home at the time of his passing. He fought a life long battle of kidney failure.

Terrance Spent parts of his life in Beloit, WI, as well as Navassa, NC, before moving to Atlanta, GA. He was a graduate...

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