All Obituaries

John Jeffery Achter, 58, of Temple GA passed away on May 19, 2022. He was born on March 5th, 1964, in Rochester, Minnesota to Richard Achter and Nora Goodman. He was a United States Marine Veteran and worked as a geologist for chemistry labs. John was extremely smart and always extended a helping hand to anyone that needed one. He is survived by his Mother, Nora Goodman, aunts, Juanita Pardue and Clara (Richard) Smith. His uncle, Henry (Nancy) Wood and many cousins. John Achter was...

Barbara Lee Evans passed away on May 18, 2022. She was born on September 27, 1944 to the late John and Vodie Allen. Barbara was described as her family's beloved living angel. She was a devoted wife and mother who adored her family. She enjoyed singing and spending time with her loved ones. Barbara was and will continue to be very loved and missed. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Johnnie Allen. She is survived by her loving husband of 60 years,...

Elisa "Rená" Hardy passed away surrounded by her family on May 17, 2022. She was born on January 27, 1962 to the late Edgar and Sarah Stephens. Rená was a devoted Christian who loved her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and was exceptionally strong in her faith. She adored her family especially her children, Bret and Sarah and her husband, Alan. Her family was very important to her and many knew her as "Nay-Nay". Rená had a huge heart, she loved helping...

Eunice Seals Cole, age 73 of Dallas, Georgia passed away on Sunday, May 15, 2022. She was born on October 30, 1948 in Paulding County, GA. She was a graduate of Paulding County High School. Eunice worked for GA Power Company in Austell, GA and retired in 1998. After her retirement, she enjoyed drawing and painting. She is survived by her sister; Delena (Paul) Carroll, brother; Ralph Seals, sister-in laws; Pamela Overton and Melissa Bumgarner, brother-in-laws; David Carlucci and Kendrix...

Mary Frances Jones passed away on May 15, 2022. She was born on May 5, 1929 to the late Oscar and Etta Rakestraw. Mary was a faithful member of New Canaan Baptist Church and she loved her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She enjoyed flower gardening, thrifting, and going fishing. Mary deeply loved her family and would do anything she could to help them. She never met a stranger and was always looking out for others and helping in anyway she could. Mary truly was a special person who left a mark...

Waymon Lenear Biddy passed away on May 10, 2022. He was born on April 24, 1943 to the late John and Lindel Biddy. He was a faithful member of Celebration Church of God. He enjoyed fishing, bowling, working on lawnmowers, and watching animal planet. Waymon loved his furry companion, Daisy and he absolutely adored his family. Waymon was the best daddy, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother who will be deeply missed. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by four of his...

Grady Leon McLendon passed away on May 11, 2022. He was born on April 23, 1945 to the late Marvin and Doris McLendon. He was a huge Braves, Falcons, and Bulldog fan. He loved to fish, work in his yard, and spending time with his family. Grady adored his family, he loved his sweet grandchildren, and he was the best husband, father, grandfather, and brother. Grady was and will continue to be very loved and deeply missed. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by all his siblings,...

Barbara Ann Bennett Woodall, 85, died on Monday, May 9, 2022, at her home in Dallas, Ga., passing away peacefully in her bed with her family close by and Alan Jackson's "I Want to Stroll Over Heaven With You" playing in the background. A beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, Barbara modeled her Christian faith in the way she cared for and took care of others, including her late husband, Carl, and oldest sister, Louise. Those who knew her will cherish memories...

Glenda "Sue" Wade passed away on May 5, 2022. She was born on March 8, 1944 to the late Fred and Cecil Estes. Sue adored her family and enjoyed cooking and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She liked gardening, listening to bluegrass and gospel music and she loved watching the Braves. Some of her fondest memories were of her and her late husband, James, when they went camping and fishing. Sue was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother,...

Grace Austin passed away on May 5, 2022. She was born on January 15, 1933 to the late Cleveland and Evelyn New. Grace was a faithful member of Bethany Christian Church. She was the best mother and enjoyed taking care of her family. Grace enjoyed gardening and sitting in her swing. Her memory will be remembered fondly and she will be very missed. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her daughter, Charlotte Vandiver; son-in-law, Kerry Southerland; brothers, Bobby...