obituaries
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.
Paula Renee Cruz
Mar 19, 2020
Paula Renee Cruz, 48, of Athens passed away on March 19, 2020. Leaf Cremation is in charge of arrangements.
Richard Gary Kohler
Mar 18, 2020
Richard Gary Kohler, born November 22, 1944, in Bronx, N.Y. passed away on March 18, 2020, at his home in Gainesville, GA, with his wife and daughters by his side. Rich grew up in the Bronx and Kings Park, NY, where he was a star basketball player. He continued to play during his time at SUNY Oswego, where he...
Earl Franklin Pickin
Mar 15, 2020
Earl Franklin Pickin, 70 of Rome, GA (he's from Albany, GA but he lived the last 10 years in Rome) passed away on March 15, 2020. He was born on Nov 26, 1949, in Albany, GA and was the son of the late William (Bill) Francis Pickin and Toye Mae Pickin. He was also proceeded n death by his...
Jeanie Johnston Thomas
Mar 11, 2020
Jeanie Johnston Thomas, 78, passed away peacefully with her family around her on March 11, 2020, following an extended illness. Jeanie was born on July 3, 1941, in Knoxville, TN, to David and Adela Johnston. During her father’s service in World War II, she lived in Milwaukee, WI. Her family then spent time in Bethesda, MD, and later moved...

William Andre Johnson
Mar 10, 2020
William (Andre’) Johnson, 80, of Cartersville, GA went to Heaven on March 10th, 2020. He was born on January 19th, 1940 in Cartersville, GA and was the son of the late Obie Johnson and Sarah (Moates) Johnson. He was preceded in death by his brother, Vonzell Johnson. Andre’ was an avid golfer, loved working craft shows and camping with...
Mary Elizabeth (Pickering) Cook
Mar 8, 2020
Mary Elizabeth (Pickering) Cook, 69 of Acworth, GA, ascended the stairway to heaven on March 08, 2020. She was born November 30, 1950, in Utica, New York, she was the daughter of the late Clarence Pickering & Audrey G. Pickering. She was preceded in death by her son, Robert W. Clemons, III. Mary grew up in Utica, NY where...
Leo Cohen Mckinney
Mar 8, 2020
Leo Cohen McKinney, 81, of Rome, GA passed away on March 8, 2020. Leaf Cremation is in charge of arrangements.
Susan Deann Long
Mar 7, 2020
Susan DeAnn Long, 49, of Woodstock, Georgia passed away quietly on March 7th, 2020. She was born on December 2nd, 1970 in Marietta, Georgia and was the daughter of Betty Jean Aaron and the late W.H. Edmondson. She was also preceded in death by her Grandmothers, Daisy Edmondson and Erimnee Frankie Lamanac. Susan was passionate about her family-owned business,...
Janet Leigh Arnold
Mar 2, 2020
Janet Leigh Arnold, 53 of Adairsville, GA passed into Eternal Life on Monday, March 2, 2020, peacefully in the comfort of her home, with her family by her side. Janet was born in Rome, GA on December 17, 1966, to Gerald Lee Hillhouse and Linda Faye Greene. Janet was an adventurous and creative spirit. Prior to the onset of...
Joyce S. Green
Mar 1, 2020
Joyce S. Green, 85, most recently of Monroe, GA and formerly of Marietta, GA, passed from life to Life on March 1, 2020. Joyce was born on September 11, 1934, in Marietta, GA to the late Ellie Ruth Smith and Kenneth Eugene Smith. She is also preceded in death by her husband George D. Green, brother Robert E. Smith,...
Gregory Julius Benefield
Mar 1, 2020
Gregory Julius Benefield, 62, of Dallas, GA formally of Muscadine, AL passed away at home on March 1, 2020. He was born June 1, 1957 in Tallapoosa, GA and was the son of the late Julius (Juke) Benefield & Margaret Whitman Benefield. He is also preceded in death by his grandparents Monroe & Already Benefield & Ruth & Tonnie...
Thomas Hopson, Sr.
Feb 29, 2020
Tom Hopson, Sr. of Waleska, GA passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his Family on February 29, 2020. He was 90 years old. He was one of two twin boys born October 27, 1929 to the late Earl Cowan Hopson and Adele Esther Welch Hopson. He graduated from St. Mary’s High School in 1947 and then attended St....
Ronald A. Partin
Feb 28, 2020
Ronald A. Partin, 66, of Acworth passed away February 28, 2020. Leaf Cremation is in charge of arrangements.
James Morris Lord
Feb 24, 2020
James Morris Lord, 80, of Woodstock, GA passed away Monday, February 24, 2020. Mr. Lord worked as a truck driver for Complete Auto Transit and was a faithful member of New Bethel Baptist Church in Woodstock. Survived and loved by: Lillian Lord, wife, Carol Leonardo, daughter, Michael Lord, son, Dianne Chambers, daughter, Cindy Lukasiewicz, daughter, Steven Cato, grandson, Chris...
Clarice Joyce Ashley
Feb 16, 2020
Clarice Joyce Crone Jones Ashley went home to be with her Lord Jesus Christ and family on Sunday, February 16, 2020. Clarice was predeceased by her husband and best friend Lewis D. Ashley. Clarice is survived by three sisters; Nancy (Charles) Thompson, Esther (Mel) Kepner and Frances (Bill) Taylor all in North Port, FL; one beloved brother, Clarence Ronald...
Cheryl Joyce Petro
Feb 12, 2020
Cheryl, age 69, of Woodstock Georgia, peacefully passed away on February 12th, 2020. She was born on October 18, 1950 in Tulsa Oklahoma, to her proud parents Jennie Jo and Thomas Edison Strow, and her sister Carolyn; all of whom are now reunited in Heaven. Family was at her bedside. It was love at first sight for us over...
Reaba Campbell
Feb 7, 2020
Reaba Campbell, age 88, of Kennesaw, GA passed away on Friday, February 7, 2020 at her residence. She was a homemaker and of Baptist faith. Mrs. Campbell was the daughter of Edward & Nellie McIntosh. Funeral services will be on Wednesday, February 12, 2020 at 11 AM at Leaf Cremation / Funeral Home in Acworth, GA with the associate...
Judith Lynn Fox
Feb 5, 2020
Judith Lynn Fox, age 61, passed away peacefully on February 05, 2020. Judy was born on October 5, 1958 to the late John W. White and Agnes “Polly” White. She was loved and adored by Wayne White & the late Patsy White. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Roy Fox and mother-in-law Ann Fox. She is...