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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 Elam McKinley, III
Jun 7, 2026
John E. McKinley, III
August 5, 1943 – June 7, 2026
John E. McKinley, III, a devoted family man and distinguished leader in the banking industry, passed away at the age of 82. Born in Decatur, Georgia, on August 5, 1943, John moved to Faison, North Carolina at the age of 5 where he spent his formative years.
He earned his BA from...
Marjorie Ann Fasbinder
Jun 7, 2026
Marjorie Ann Fasbinder, known fondly as "Marjie,” a loving mother, devoted partner, and cherished sister and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday evening, June 7, 2026, at the age of 82. Born on February 2, 1944, in Vineland, New Jersey, Marjorie grew up along the shores of South Florida, where her deep love for the beach shaped the free and...
Denise Martha Curtis
Jun 7, 2026
Denise Martha Curtis, 67, of Lawrenceville, GA passed away June 7, 2026.
Lisa May Kinsey
Jun 6, 2026
Lisa May Kinsey, 60, of Rome, Georgia passed away on June 06, 2026.
Mrs. Lisa Kinsey was born on June 03, 1966 to the late Raymond Earl Lindsey and Jeanette Lindsey. She is preceded in death by her husband, James Lee Kinsey, Jr. (Jimmy); her parents, Earl and Jeanette and her aunt, Lorine Laney.
Lisa is survived by her son, James Lee...
Wallace Vearl Sires
Jun 5, 2026
Wallace V. “Mike” Sires was a resident of Sandy Springs, GA, since 1973. He moved to Marietta in 2023, where he passed peacefully on June 5, 2026. He was born in Clinton, OK, on November 2, 1927, and graduated from the Ft. Cobb, Oklahoma school system. He received a BS degree in Marketing from Oklahoma State University in 1950. He...
Richard Carl Welch
Jun 5, 2026
Richard Carl Welch passed away at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, June 5, 2026, in the skilled nursing unit of The Spires in Rome, GA. He was 87.
Born on July 17, 1938, in Franklin, PA, to Carl Francis Welch and Ruth Mary Boyer, Dick married Judith Alayne Becker on June 25, 1960. He grew up in Mercer, PA, graduated from Penn...
Lucas Evan Moody
Jun 5, 2026
Lucas Evan Moody, 33, of Cartersville, Georgia went home to be with our heavenly father on June 05, 2026.
He was born April 19, 1993 in Middleburg Heights, Ohio and was the son of the Donald and Darlene Moody.
He was also preceded in death by his mother, Darlene Moody.
Luke enjoyed being outside fishing, hunting, and gardening. He crafted beautiful flower beds...
James "Jim" Dennis Telford
Jun 4, 2026
Jim Telford, 76, of Kennesaw, Georgia, passed away on June 4, 2026. Jim was born on February 28, 1950, and raised in Macon, Illinois. He married Sheila Jo (Jodi) Harrington in Decatur on August 4, 1973. Soon after, they moved to Downers Grove, Illinois, a suburb of Chicago. Jim and Jodi finally settled in Kennesaw in the 1980’s when Jodi...
William Thomas Kemp
Jun 4, 2026
William Thomas Kemp, age 89, of Cartersville, Georgia, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2026.
Born on July 15, 1936, W.T. lived a long and meaningful life marked by hard work, service, and devotion to his family. Known for his kindness, integrity, and willingness to help others, he touched the lives of many throughout his years. He took pride in providing...
Gregory Maxwell Peterson
Jun 3, 2026
Greg Peterson, 55, of Dallas, GA, walked into the presence of our Lord & Savior peacefully, on June 3rd, 2026.
He was born June 11, 1970, at Eglin AFB, Ft. Walton Beach, FL, son of the late Robert "Bobby" Peterson & Linda Gaskins-Peterson.
Greg was preceded in death by Grandparents: Max & Willie Mae Peterson, as well as Lewis & Ruby Gaskins....
Harriet Amy Doogan
Jun 2, 2026
Harriet "Crickett" Doogan, born on October 8, 1948, in Shreveport, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2026, in Woodstock, Georgia. She was 77 years old.
Harriet is survived by her devoted husband of 54 years, Patrick Doogan, and their two sons, Todd and Corey. Her family meant the world to her, and she will be deeply missed by all who...
Juana (Nita) María Baumgartner
May 30, 2026
Juana (Nita) María Baumgartner, aged 92 years, of Roswell, Georgia, passed away peacefully May 30th, 2026. She was born August 14, 1933, in Montevideo, Uruguay and was the first daughter of the late Uruguayan justice and poet, Luis Miguel Baumgartner, and María Esther Lapitz Ihitz. Nita was preceded in death by her sister, Gloria Esther (Cocona), her first grandson, Julio...
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
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.
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
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
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,...
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
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...
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