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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.
Tamara Kay Cornish
Jul 27, 2025
Tamara (Tami) Cornish, 72 of Sandy Springs, Georgia, passed away on July 27, 2025 after a brief battle with cancer. She was born on April 13, 1953 and was the youngest child of Ed and Evelyn Cornish.
Tami was a free spirit who loved to dance and be the life of the party. She spent many of her best years in...
John Carlos Montgomery
Jul 25, 2025
John Carlos Montgomery of Cumming, GA passed away peacefully on July 25, 2025. He was born and raised on the family farm in the Paint Creek community in Haskell Co., Texas. Following in the footsteps of many other Paint Creek boys, he became a Fighting Texas Aggie at Texas A&M College. He was a member of the Corps of Cadets...
Linda Suellen Chester
Jul 25, 2025
Linda Suellen Chester (née Bryan), age 82, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2025, in Alpharetta, Georgia. Born on December 15, 1943, in Atlanta, Georgia, Linda lived a life rooted in faith, family, and warmth.Linda was the cherished daughter of Nell Moore and Jack Bryan, whose love and guidance shaped her early years. She carried their legacy forward with grace...
Merry Noel Knowlton
Jul 23, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Merry Noel Knowlton, on July 23, 2025, from cancer.
Merry was born December 25, 1963 to Charles and Nadine Knowlton in Barnesville, Ohio. Merry moved around the state many times with her family throughout her childhood. When Merry was a young teenager the family moved to Pasadena, California, her favorite...
Darrell F. Bynum
Jul 23, 2025
Darrell F. Bynum, 51, of Decatur, GA passed away on July 23, 2025. Leaf Cremation is handling arrangements.
William Anthony Eccher
Jul 23, 2025
William “Bill” Anthony Eccher, 88, entered into eternal rest on July 23, 2025, in Marietta, Georgia.
Bill was born in Liberal, Missouri, on March 7, 1937, to Edward Eccher and Dixie Emma Fast Eccher. He graduated from Liberal High School in 1955.
Bill met the love of his life, Martha Irene Eccher, at a dance when she unknowingly sat in his chair....
Christopher John Tully
Jul 23, 2025
Christopher John Tully from Marietta, Georgia, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2025, at the age of 58, surrounded by loved ones.
Born on November 28, 1966, Chris was known for his kindness, honesty, and loyalty. He was the kind of person who told you exactly what he thought - and you could always depend on him. He had a deep...
Kevin Lee George
Jul 22, 2025
Kevin Lee George, 45, passed away on July 22,2025. Kevin loved his children and his family. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing.
He is preceded in death by his grandfather, Shorty George; father, William Randy George; his stepfather, Ricky Newbury and his brother, William Todd George.
He is survived by his children, Marissa George and Brent (Heather) George; his five grandchildren; his...
Michael Todd Sandborn
Jul 20, 2025
In Loving Memory of Michael Todd Sandborn
August 2, 1964 – July 20, 2025
With profound sadness and abiding love, we announce that Michael Todd Sandborn, 60, of Sandy Springs, Georgia, passed away on July 20, 2025.
Born on August 2, 1964, Michael was the son of Dr. William Sandborn and the late Marie Sandborn. He is survived by his father and by...
Thomas Pierce Gibbs Franklin
Jul 20, 2025
Thomas Pierce Gibbs Franklin, a loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully in Marietta, Georgia on July 20, 2025 at the age of 76.
Born on September 24, 1948 in Blytheville, Arkansas, Tom led a life marked by service, integrity, and care for others. The son of an Army family, he graduated from Fayetteville High School in 1966 and went...
Terrell Hazen Hollingsworth
Jul 15, 2025
Terrell Hazen Hollingsworth (Terry) died on July 15, 2025, at 89, with his wife and daughter by his side. Born in Ft. Lauderdale, FL on April 8, 1936, to Gladys (nee Nations) and Jodie Lee Hollingsworth, he earned the rank of Eagle Scout when he was 13 years old and graduated from Ft. Lauderdale High School. He went on to...
Rylee Michelle Smith
Jul 13, 2025
Rylee Michelle Smith, 21 weeks 3 days, born in Atlanta, GA, went to heaven on July 13th, 2025.She was the daughter of Monica Ritchie and Ralph'el Smith.Our daughter, Rylee, "Rylee Bear" as we called her, didn't get a chance to share her beautiful personality with everyone, but we knew her very well, and she was our shining light. We'll miss...
Lori Elizabeth Nichols
Jul 12, 2025
Lori Nichols, 55, passed peacefully on July 12th at her residence in Marietta, Ga.
Lori was loved by her Life Partner, Ruben Ramirez, with whom she was with from 2007.
Lori was a strong person in all she did. Lori was an avid lover of music and planting beautiful flowers when she could. Driving through the mountains with Ruben was a delight...
Lenora Napper Lahue
Jul 11, 2025
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Lenora "Lori" Lahue, born on August 8th, 1967, in Bartow, Florida, and passed peacefully on July 11th, 2025, in Blue Ridge, Georgia. Lori was a devoted wife, mother, sister, and aunt, leaving behind a legacy of love and joy that will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Lori...
Lynn Barger Turley
Jul 11, 2025
Lynn Barger Turley, of Roswell, Georgia, passed with dignity on July 11, 2025. Born November 23, 1947, to Aline and Kesner Barger, Lynn spent the first portion of her life in Golconda, Illinois. She attended college at Murray State, in Kentucky, before moving to the Atlanta area, living for several years in Marietta and later in Roswell.
Lynn went on to...
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