Aug 18, 2025

Forrest Dulane Hale, Jr., age 73, of Woodstock, Georgia, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, August 18, 2025, surrounded by loved ones after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born on January 14, 1952, in Ft. Walton Beach, Florida, Forrest was the only child of Forrest Sr. and Betty Lee (Collins) Hale, who preceded him in death. As the son of...

Aug 17, 2025

Rosa Annette Dutton of Cartersville, age 85, passed away on Sunday, August 17, 2025. She was at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

Annette was born on July 10th, 1940, to the late J.T. and Estelle Wade, of Kingston, Georgia. She was preceded in death by her two sisters Jamie Lynn Wade and Joan Wade Mannis. Annette is survived by...

Aug 17, 2025

Terry Johnson, 66, formerly from Woodstock, GA, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2025. Born on October 6, 1958, in Columbus, OH, to Raymond R. Johnson II and Janice Esther Johnson, Terry lived a life marked by quiet strength, deep devotion, unwavering faith, and an unconditional love for his family. Graduated from THE Ohio State University class of ‘81, remaining...

Aug 16, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of everyone’s Nana, Fredrica Nash Farris Caldwell, of Rome, GA. She passed away on August 16th, 2025, at her home after a brief illness. Nana passed away just a few weeks before her 84th birthday.

Freddie, as known by many, had a big personality in a small package, with an enormous...

Aug 16, 2025

Wesley (Wes) L Brown, of Acworth, GA, and Winter Haven, FL, was a caring father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend. On August 16, 2025, he passed at the age of 94. He was born in Marietta, GA to David and Eva Ella Brown on July 18, 1931. He was preceded in death by his parents, 10 siblings and his wife of...

Aug 11, 2025

After battling cancer over the last several months, Dr. Ronald Lee Allen went home to be with the Lord on August 11, 2025. He was born on April 12, 1941, in Peoria, Illinois. Ron was a pastor in several churches across the United States for over 45 years. He called himself a “retreaded pastor” after retiring from his 26-year ministry...

Aug 11, 2025

Much-loved husband, father, and Opa, US Army, retired, CW5 William “Bill” Pfau, 75, of Cartersville, Georgia, left this world and embarked on his new great journey on Monday, August 11, 2025.

Born in 1949 in Kittanning, PA, Bill is a 1967 graduate of Franklin Regional High School in Murrysville, PA. Bill attended the Art Institute of Pittsburgh and received an aeronautical...

Aug 10, 2025

Trisha Marie Chastain, 59, of Rydal, Georgia, passed away on August 10, 2025.

She was born on November 12, 1965 in Lansing, Michigan to Mr. Thomas & Betty Stanger.

She was a loving wife, mother and daughter. Trisha had a strong belief in God and loved to spend time mowing the lawn and keeping her yard looking nice.

Trisha was preceded in death...

Aug 10, 2025

Lisa Jean Beville, 63, of Acworth, GA passed away on August 10, 2025.

She was born November 5, 1961 in Chicago, Illinois to Flora Caroline Law and Charles Allen Beville.

She will be remembered as a fierce and dependable friend, hardworking staple of Wheeler High School history, and “the best Mimi ever”. She would move mountains for the ones she loved and...

Aug 9, 2025

Aug 8, 2025

Born on December 23, 1973, in Salem, Oregon, to Jimmy & Lauriena Wood. Darin passed away peacefully surrounded by family on August 8, 2025. He is survived by his wife, Jeanette Wood, his three children, Ashleigh, Myles, and Dru; his parents, Jimmy and Lauriena Wood; siblings, Terrill Wood and Stacy Allen.

Darin “The Mic” Wood was a man who carried the...

Aug 7, 2025

Mary T. Martin, 73, of Snellville, GA passed away on August 07, 2025. Leaf Cremation is handling arrangements.

Aug 6, 2025

Donna Irene Clark (n. Goewert), mother, grandmother, sister and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on August 6, 2025 at the age of 78. Born on September 25, 1946, Donna lived a life defined by compassion, resilience and a tireless dedication to others.

Donna was born and raised in Missouri, but Cartersville, Georgia was her home for almost 40 years,...

Aug 5, 2025

With heavy hearts and profound gratitude for a life so beautifully lived, we announce the peaceful passing of Sharon Shafer on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at the age of 77. Surrounded by the love of her family, Sharon left this world just as she lived in it, gracefully, generously, and deeply loved.

Born on October 15, 1947, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Sharon...

Jul 31, 2025

Born on March 12, 1947, in Youngstown, Ohio to Walter Trock and Clara Trock, Edward “Ed” George Trock passed away peacefully in his home on July 31, 2025. He is survived by his three adult sons, Jason Trock, Joseph Trock, and James Trock; four beloved grandchildren, Daniel Trock (18), Emily Trock (15), Saylor Trock (7), and Navie Trock (3); and...

Jul 29, 2025

Julie Lynn (Doering) Prefontaine, age 48, of Dunwoody, GA, went to be with her Lord and Savior on July 29th, 2025 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Born in Louisville, KY, Julie is survived by her devoted husband Korey, adoring son Jack (who affectionately called her “Flower”), loving parents John (Jack) and Lynn Doering, sister Jennifer Kelly, nieces Gracie...

Jul 29, 2025

Bruce Fairley Hart Jr., 82, passed away July 29, 2025, in Atlanta Georgia. Born on November 17, 1942 in Hamlet, North Carolina, Bruce lived a full and dedicated life marked by hard work, generosity, and deep love for his family.

Bruce proudly served his country in the United States Army before embarking on a long and successful career as a HVAC...

Jul 29, 2025

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...

Jul 27, 2025