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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.
John Calvin Mcelhannon
Apr 18, 2023
John C. McElhannon, 95, formerly of Palmetto and East Point GA, passed away on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, with his two daughters & family by his side. John was born on April 21, 1927, in Greene County, GA. He is survived by his wife of 72 & 1/2 years Martha Jane (Shepherd) McElhannon; two daughters, Beth Quick & Becky...
Bruce Anthony Wood
Apr 17, 2023
Bruce Anthony Wood, 63, of Kennesaw, Georgia passed away on April 17, 2023. He was born in Macon, Georgia, and was the son of the late Charles Hilton Wood, Sr., and Aurelia Pat Parramore Wood.
Bruce received a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Accounting from the J.M.Tull School of Accounting at the University of...
Theodora Grubb Barco
Apr 16, 2023
A beautiful soul has been called to heaven, Theodora Grubb Barco, affectionately known as Teddy, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2023, in Carrollton, Georgia. This is the story of Teddy who was loved, and is missed, by many:
Teddy was born in Louisville, KY, on May 9, 1932, to parents Charles Theodore (Ted) Grubb...
Norma Jean Nelson
Apr 15, 2023
Norma Jean Nelson, 55, of Conyers, GA passed away on April 15, 2023. Leaf Cremation is handling arrangements.
Lovona Brantley
Apr 14, 2023
Lovona Brantley passed away peacefully on April 14, 2023. She grew up an “army brat” which led to a love for travel. She was a popular telephone operator with the southern accent everyone called in to talk to as well as a children’s swimming instructor and lifeguard for the YMCA where she played guitar and sang to the kids....
Wesley Glenn Cash
Apr 13, 2023
Wesley Glenn Cash, 79, of Winston, GA, passed away April 13, 2023. Born in Atlanta, Wesley would join and retire from the USAF with the rank of MSgt after over 20 years of loyal service to his country, including being a Viet Nam veteran. He would then go on to work for and retire from the Lithia Springs Post...
Gene Rocco Petro, Jr.
Apr 11, 2023
Gene Petro, an adored husband, father and grandfather passed away on April 11th in the comfort of his home surrounded by family. Gene was born on May 13th, 1945 in Thomaston, GA but raised in Queens, New York.
Gene had experienced so many things in his life and was a true salesman. In his teens,...
Joe Manley Hembree
Apr 10, 2023
Hembree, Joe M., 87, of Euharlee, Georgia went home to the Lord on April 10, 2023 while abiding with family and friends.
Joe was born and raised in Cannon, Georgia, the son of Frank J. Hembree and Mary E. Chatham. Step-son to Branston C. Chatham and grandson to Mary Manley. In addition to his loving...
Ted Dale Luker, Jr
Apr 10, 2023
Ted Luker Jr (Tommy Skrodelis), 41, of Charlottsville, Virginia, passed away unexpectedly on April 10, 2023, in Marietta, Georgia. Ted was born to Catherine Luker and Walter Skrodelis on August 2, 1981. He is survived by his mother Catherine, adopted father Ted Luker Sr., brother Timothy Skrodelis, sister Janine Luker, best friend Shandra Jenkins and other relatives. Ted is...
Charles Gilbert Whitmire, Ii
Apr 10, 2023
Charles Whitmire (Charlie) of Acworth, GA passed away on Monday April 10, 2023, in hospice care. Charlie is preceded in death by his, father Charles Whitmire, mother MaryAnn Whitmire of Acworth, GA, sister’s Judy Irvine, Donna Whitmire and Teresa Whitmire.
He is survived by his son Dakota Whitmire, Trevor Hagaman, Tyler Pierce, Dee N. Tyler,...
James Edward Sproull, Jr.
Apr 9, 2023
On April 9, 2023 (Easter Sunday), James E. Sproull (Jim) passed into the loving arms of his Heavenly Father after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease.
Jim was born on August 7, 1950, in Tampa, Florida to James and Ann Sproull. He received a degree in electrical engineering from Georgia Tech, and then...
Phillip Lanier White
Apr 7, 2023
Phillip Lanier White, 73, of Marietta, GA went to be with the Lord on Friday, April 7. He passed away the way he lived his life, always taking care of his family.
Phillip graduated from Marietta High School and attended Kennesaw State University before having a life-long career in telecommunications with AT&T. He was a...
Coleen "Mikie" Downs
Apr 7, 2023
Coleen "Mikie" Susan Downs sadly passed away on April 7, 2023 peacefully at home surrounded by her family after a short battle with cancer. Mikie and Sonny relocated to Carrollton, GA in 1999, she was originally from Syracuse NY. She worked for many years as a medical billing manager both in NY and GA. Mikie was a loving mother,...
Thelma Ruth Todd Sudderth
Apr 6, 2023
Thelma Ruth Todd Sudderth, 87, of Woodstock, GA died peacefully on April 6, 2023, at Charter Senior Living, Vinings, GA, surrounded by loved ones. Born April 16, 1935, in a log cabin built by her great grandfather in Suches, GA, she was the daughter of the late Alvin Delaperriere Todd and Zura Mae (nee Gooch) Todd. She was preceded...
Lonnie Lawrence Tumlin
Apr 5, 2023
Lonnie Lawrence Tumlin, age 75 passed away on April 5th, 2023.
He was born December 20th, 1947 in Atlanta, Ga and was the son of the late Lonnie Tumlin and Lula Mae Plunkett.
Lonnie was employed by numerous companies under the Local 72 Plumbers and Steam Fitters Union. At...
Robert Lee Bates
Apr 4, 2023
Mr. Robert “Bob” Lee Bates, 75, of Woodstock, GA entered into eternal rest on April 4th, 2023 at his home surrounded by love and prayers. He will be missed tremendously by those who loved him.
Mr. Bates was preceded in death by his father, Buford Bates; mother, Ruby Barnes Turner (Pop John T Turner); brother,...
John Eagle Freedom
Apr 2, 2023
We announce with saddened hearts the passing of our father, our Champion of Faith, Family, and Freedom, John Eagle Freedom, (80) aka Charles "Ed" Davis.
John was born in Harvey, Ill the son of John and Gladys Davis.
Preceded in death by his parents, and siblings Marie,...
Laura Rose Tamayo
Mar 28, 2023
Dr. Laura Rose Mann Tamayo, age 53, passed away at her home in Acworth, Georgia on March 28, 2023. Laura was born in Atlanta, Georgia in 1970. She is survived by her son, Ian Tamayo, and his wife Alyssa, of San Antonio, Texas and by her daughter, Jordan Tamayo of Acworth, Georgia. Other survivors include her former husband, Dr....
Joy Elaine Froug
Mar 27, 2023
Joy "Jojo" Froug, a beloved sister known as Jojo to some but who preferred to be called Joy, passed away on March 27, 2023. Born on July 11, 1959, in Atlanta, GA, USA, Joy will be remembered for her extraordinary talents and humorous disposition.
Joy's remarkable accomplishments included an amazing tennis career that saw her...
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