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.
James Edward Branum
Apr 9, 2019
A celebration of life for Mr. James Edward "Eddie" Branum, age 75, will be held at 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 27, 2019, at First Baptist Church in Manchester. The family will receive friends from 3 p.m. until the time of service. Mr. Branum passed from this life surrounded by his family after a long battle with Alzheimer's on...
John Wright Forrest
Apr 9, 2019
John Wright Forrest, age 68, of Miami, Florida, transitioned to his spiritual home on April 9, 2019. He was born on February 13,1951 in Miami, Florida and was the son of the late Eleanor Camille Forrest and John William Forrest. He was preceded in death by his sister, Ronalee Forrest Williams. John graduated from Miami Coral Park Senior High...
Billy Thomas Gresham
Apr 7, 2019
Billy Thomas Gresham 55, of Winder, GA passed away at Athens Regional Medical Center after a long illness. Born January 23, 1964, in Atlanta, GA, he was the son of the late Mr. George Austin Gresham Sr. and Mrs. Carolyn Rose Gresham. He was also preceded in death by his two brothers, George Austin Gresham Jr. and John Moore...
Charles "Joe" Smith
Apr 5, 2019
Charles "Joe" Smith, age 68 passed away peacefully on April 5th, 2019. Joe was born January 30, 1951 in Blue Ridge Ga to Wayne Henry and Louise "Bonnie" Smith. Joe enlisted himself into the military where he served in the Army and did two tours in Vietnam where he earned numerous medals as a paratrooper, such as a Bronze...
Marco Tulio Villeda Leiva
Apr 2, 2019
Service: Leaf Cremation 4325 Hwy 92 Acworth Georgia 30102 04/08/2019 11:00 AM 1:00 PM
John William Kendrick
Mar 28, 2019
John William Kendrick, 72, passed away March 28th, 2019, after a long battle with cancer. He was born March 14th, 1947, in Daytona Beach, Florida. His parents were the late William E. And Mary Bush Kendrick. John is survived by his wife, Delores "Dee" Officer Kendrick, one daughter, Melissa Kendrick DeJong, her husband Nicholas "Nic" DeJong and their two...
Larry Thomas Roberts
Mar 27, 2019
Larry T Roberts, 87, passed away Wed, March 27, 2019, at The Madeline of Decatur, GA, where he resided for the past 9 months. He was born Sep 22, 1931, in Altha, FL. He was retired from US Air Force as well as Mosler Safe Co. where he worked alongside his good buddy, Harold Bibee. After retirement, for several...
Bobby Lee Howard
Mar 23, 2019
Bobby Lee Howard, age 67, passed away peacefully on March 23rd, 2019 in his Whitesburg, GA home, surrounded by his loved ones. Bobby was born March 15, 1952, Atlanta, GA to Troy Lee and Ola Mae "Betty" Howard. He worked as an Auto Mechanic, Small Engine Mechanic, and Commodity Merchandiser. His passions included fishing, antiquing, and watching movies. He...
Karviina Demzii Deylii
Mar 20, 2019
Princess Karviina Deylii peacefully made her ascension to her Heavenly home on Wednesday, March 20, 2019 at 87 years of age. She was born 'Ruby Barrett' on August 24, 1931 in the Bronx, NY and was the daughter of Frank Barrett Sr. and Sadie Irving. She had five siblings: a twin sister, Ruth Barrett-Hicks, and four brothers: Frank Jr.,...
James David Wade
Mar 20, 2019
James "David" Wade, age 65, of Rydal GA passed away on March 20th, 2019 in his home in the company of family. He was born August 9th, 1953 in Brandon MS to Bonnie Imogene Wade and James Edward Wade. He was proceeded in death by both parents, and brothers Dallas Wade and Donnie Wade. David was an accomplished entrepreneur...
Don Louis Kaser I
Mar 16, 2019
On Saturday, March 16, 2019, Don Louis Kaser I, loving husband and father of five children, passed away at the age of 83. Don was born on November 5, 1935 in Columbus, OH to Louis and Marie (Stanley) Kaser. He graduated from South High School in Columbus. He started working in Civil Engineering at Burgess & Niple in Columbus...
Rayburn Jerome Fisher Jr.
Mar 14, 2019
Rayburn J. Fisher, Jr. died on Thursday, March 14, 2019, in Atlanta, Georgia, at the age of 73. He was born in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, the son of Miriam and Rayburn J. Fisher. Survivors include his wife, Elizabeth Bridges Fisher; daughters Elizabeth Anne Fisher (Kevin Reimer) and Vivian Bridges Fisher (Judy Eustace); grandchildren Megan, Clare, Michael, Ryan, Eliza, and Benjamin;...

Regina Catherine (Link) Musgraves
Mar 8, 2019
Regina Catherine (Link) Musgraves, age 59, peacefully left this earth for the arms of her Savior on March 8, 2019. Born in the Panama Canal Zone, her family moved to many duty stations before settling in Winter Park, FL. She was a member of Mt Bethel UMC and is survived by her husband of 36 years James Musgraves, daughter...
Richard Hale Allen
Mar 5, 2019
Richard Hale Allen, 69, of Pensacola, Fl. passed away peacefully in the company of his daughters on March 5, 2019, at their home in Canton, GA after a courageous battle with Cancer. He was born on February 4, 1950, in Kalamazoo, MI and was the son of the late Ross and Elaine Allen. He is a Veteran of the...
Billy Sherman Vaughn, Jr.
Mar 4, 2019
Billy Sherman Vaughn, Jr., 42, of Acworth, GA passed away, on March 4th, 2019. He was born March 6th, 1976 in Austell, Georgia and was the son of Billy Sherman Vaughn, Sr. & Sherry Jo (Grissom), Vaughn. He is preceded in death by Father, Billy Sherman Vaughn, Sr. He is survived by his mother, Sherry Vaughn; Sister & Brother-in-law,...

Joseph Henry Mcmillion
Feb 28, 2019
Joseph Henry McMillion, age 72, of Columbus, GA, passed away on February 28, 2019. He was born May 7, 1946, the son of the late Mr. Wallace McMillion and the late Ms. Anna McMillion. He is preceded in death by his parents, and his grand daughter Kimberly Chatham. He served in the United States Army in Fort Lewis, Washington....
Linda & Paul Francis
Feb 24, 2019
Linda Carroll Francis passed away with her beloved husband Paul Bailey Francis on February 24, 2019 in their Atlanta, GA home. Linda was born on January 11, 1945 in Lakehurst, New Jersey. She graduated from Ramsey High School as well as earned a nursing degree from Emory University. As a small business owner, she operated a shop which focused...

Brenda Mowery Kinnan
Feb 23, 2019
Brenda Mowery Kinnan, 77 of Marietta, GA passed away, on February 23, 2019. She was born October 22, 1941, in High Point, North Carolina and was the daughter of the late Avery Leon Mowery & Ruby Mae (Hester) Mowery. Brenda is a graduate of East Carolina University. She is a retired school teacher from Ohio, Butler County School Systems....