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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.
Kevin Duane Keith
Aug 18, 2021
Kevin Duane Keith On August 18, 2021, this world lost a beautiful shining light. Kevin was passionate about many things. First and foremost of his passions was his love of our Lord Jesus Christ. Kevin loved to learn. One would often find him studying the bible, studying various subjects on the internet, and even studying how people worked, how...
Michael Draper Mcchesney
Aug 18, 2021
Predeceased by his parents, Col. Claude M. and Dorcus Draper McChesney, Michael D. McChesney suffered a heart attack and died suddenly at his home in Big Canoe, Jasper, GA. He is survived by his son, Scott Adam McChesney, his ex-wife, Amy Hembree McChesney, and his sister Mona McChesney Smith. Michael had practiced law in Marietta, GA, since 1977, and...
Elizabeth Bradley Chesser
Aug 15, 2021
Elizabeth Ann Bradley Chesser, age 82, Of Ponce Inlet, FL passed away peacefully with her family by her side on 08/15/2021 in Marietta, GA after a courageous battle with Head and Neck Cancer. She was born on February 10, 1939 in Bronx, NY and was the daughter of the late Clifford Patrick Bradley and Margaret Rose Kilby Bradley. She...
Mary Theresa Mcfarland
Aug 13, 2021
Mary Theresa McFarland, “Marilee”, 86 of Blue Ridge, Georgia passed away on August 13, 2021 after a long battle with leukemia. A funeral service will be held on September 23, 2021 at 11 AM at Saint Anthony’s Catholic Church in Blue Ridge Georgia. Marilee was born on April 4, 1935 in New York City, New York. She spent her...
Shirley Ethel Adams
Aug 11, 2021
Shirley Ethel Adams was born on April 22, 1935. She grew up in Virginia Highlands (south of Atlanta) with her parents, Lillie Wansley and Harris Adams. She had no siblings. Shirley graduated from Auburn University in Alabama. After her short marriage to Bludsworth, she worked as a commercial artist, designing logos, advertisements, etc. for companies in the metro Atlanta...
William James Hilditch Jr.
Aug 9, 2021
William Hilditch, 76, of Talking Rock, passed away Monday, August 9, 2021, at Piedmont Mountainside Hospital. Hilditch - as he liked to be called - was born August 7, 1945 to William J. Hilditch Sr. and Estelle DeCost HIlditch in Niagara Falls, New York. He moved to Talking Rock in 1999 after building the home of his dreams. Hilditch...
Clayton Faine Stanley
Aug 8, 2021
In loving memory of Mr. Clayton Faine Stanley Clayton was born on April 30th,1940, in Gordon County and died at the age of 81. He passed away peacefully at his home on August 8th, 2021. His health had been declining for quite some time. He was the son of Tom and Senie Stanley & the brother of Ralph, John,...
Lanois David Crowe
Aug 5, 2021
Lanois David Crowe, 71, of Cartersville, GA passed away on August 5, 2021. Leaf Cremation is handling arrangements.
Matthew Anthony Lawing
Aug 3, 2021
Matthew Anthony Lawing, age 46 of Douglasville, Georgia, Departed from this life and went to be with the Lord on August 3, 2021. He was born in Austell, Ga on August 14, 1974. Matt Loved Georgia Bulldogs, Riding Horses, Classic cars, especially Mustangs and loved animals. He loved spending time with family and friends. Matt was preceded in death...
James Edward Roberts
Aug 3, 2021
James Edward Roberts, 54, of East Point, GA passed away on August 3, 2021. Leaf Cremation is handling arrangements.
Jericho Devan Pope-Williams
Jul 31, 2021
Jericho Devan Pope-Williams, 25, of Jasper, GA passed away on July 31, 2021 in Jasper, GA. Leaf Cremation is handling arrangements.

Deborah Lee Davis
Jul 28, 2021
Deborah Pratt Davis. 65 of Calhoun, GA passed away peacefully at a local health care facility. After an extended illness. Deborah was born in Oneida, NY. The daughter of the late Maureen and Gervase Pratt. In addition to her parents. She was preceded in death by her husband Del Davis in October 2020. She was employed by McDonalds in...
Teresa Marlene Reeder
Jul 27, 2021
Teresa Marlene Reeder, 65, of Cartersville, GA passed away on Tuesday, July 27, 2021. Leaf Cremation is handling arrangements.
Kathryn "Kathy" Hall Elliott
Jul 26, 2021
Kathryn “Kathy” Hall Elliott passed away peacefully on July 26, 2021, at the age of 74, surrounded by her beloved family, following a five-year battle with cancer. Kathy is survived by her husband of over fifty years, Sidney Walker Elliott, of Marietta, Georgia; her son Adam Elliott and wife Tracy, of Roswell, GA; daughter Laura Elliott Baumeister and husband...
Michael Scott Norman
Jul 25, 2021
Michael Scott Norman, 54, of Gainesville, Georgia passed away on July 25th, 2021. He was born April 29th, 1967 in Gainesville, Georgia and was the son of Marie Palmer and Alvin Norman. He was preceded in death by Marie Palmer (mother), Alvin Norman (father), Maudean Palmer (grandmother), Joseph Palmer (grandfather), Betty Palmer (aunt), Harold Palmer (uncle), and Gretchen Norman...
Gary Stephen Killian
Jul 23, 2021
Gary Stephen Killian October 25, 1945 - July 23, 2021 Age 75 of Marietta, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 23, 2021. Born to parents Glen and Etta Killian on October 25, 1945, in Knoxville, Tennessee. Gary was preceded in death by his oldest son, Stephen Killian on June 21, 2019. Gary is survived by his wife, Julie Killian...
Gerald Allen Baker
Jul 23, 2021
Mr. Gerald A. Baker, 85, widower Ann Irene Patterson and Madelyn C. Hockendern, passed on Friday, July 23, 2021, at Heardmont Nursing Home, Elberton, GA 30635, after months of declining health. Mr. Baker Surviving family are two sons Steven & John Baker of Loganville GA, two brothers Johnny R. Baker and LaDon Herring of Oxford, AL. Mr. Baker and...
Celina Marie Paige
Jul 22, 2021
A beloved mother, daughter, granddaughter, sister, niece, cousin, and friend, Celina Marie Paige passed away peacefully on July 22, 2021. “Lina,” as she was affectionately known by her friends, was born on July 4, 1995, to Valerie and Jeff Paige in Boston, Massachusetts. Later the family moved to Atlanta, Georgia where she graduated from Wheeler High School. After graduating,...