All Obituaries

Lolita Staelens passed away on Thursday, May 25, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on December 13, 1953, in Leyte, Visaya, Philippines. Lolita was a faithful follower of Christ, she attended West Ridge Church in Hiram, GA and co-founded Mission Field House Ministry with Pastor Donna Taylor 23 years ago to assist missionaries and the less fortunate in the Philippines. Her personal mission was to lead people to Jesus and help the underprivileged children in the...

Adam Heath Holcomb passed away on Friday, May 26, 2023. He was born on August 7, 1975, son of the late Joseph and Doris Holcomb in Dallas, Georgia. Adam was a very talented musician, with the bass guitar being his instrument of choice. He worked as a master plumber for over 30 years. Adam was a loving husband, father, brother and friend. He was an avid outdoorsman and loved hunting. Adam loved God and loved helping people and helping lead people to God. In addition to his parents, Adam is...

Donice "Sonny" Carlyle, 81, passed away on May 23, 2023. Sonny is preceded in death by his parents, Talmadge and Verena Carlyle; and sisters, Jane Shadix and Donna Fennell. Sonny is survived by his loving wife, Patricia Carlyle, his brothers, Eddie Carlyle and Doug Carlyle; his two sons, Shane (Cynthia) Carlyle and Ricky (Laurie) Carlyle; his three grandchildren, Justin Carlyle, Tasha (Andrew) Morgan, Elizabeth Carlyle; and his great-granddaughter, Ava Morgan. The family will...

Stacey Vonnelle Vansickle Baird passed away on May 25, 2023. She was born on August 24, 1938, to Forest King "Dick" and Georgie (Alexander) Vansickle in Henderson, Texas. Stacey was an incredibly hard worker. She worked and retired from the Federal Government. Stacey loved crocheting, genealogy, and quilting and her most pleasurable was crocheting for a group called Threads of Love; they crochet for preemie babies that passed away. She graduated from Carlisle School. Stacey was...

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the sudden, unexpected passing of Sam Clark, 74, on Sunday, May 21, 2023. He was born at Matthews Hospital in Dallas, Georgia, on June 22, 1948. Sam's roots go deep in Paulding County, and he touched thousands of lives. He was so grateful to have been a graduate of Hiram High School, Class of 67, and often stated how blessed he was to have had such caring teachers. In his early years, he worked for Hubert Martin at Martin's Funeral Home in...

Brenda Barmore Reaid, age 66, passed away on May 21, 2023. Brenda was born in Marietta, GA to Johnny Barmore Sr. and Ruth Crowe on April 16, 1957. She was known for her caring heart, great sense of humor, and her outspokenness. She always said what was on her mind and she never backed down. Brenda was incredibly strong willed and she gave everything her all. Her generosity lead her to meet many people and she never met a stranger. In her free time, she loved going to yard sales to see what...

Sherry Anna Faircloth passed away on Friday, May 19, 2023. She was born on May 29, 1955, Daughter of William Decker and Evelyn Turner in Marietta,GA. She worked as a waitress for many years and with different establishments, with the Grumpy Moose in Atlanta, GA being the last. Sherry enjoyed nature, especially her beloved flowers, fishing, riding an ATV and traveling to the beach. She was a jokester and the family clown, she loved her family and enjoyed spending time with them. She will be...

Linda Gail Kannarney passed away peacefully on May 10, 2023, with her husband of 30 years and son by her side. She was born on July 8, 1957, in Macon, Georgia. As the eldest sibling of five children, she had a little filter and said whatever popped into her head. She did not mind setting you straight if and as needed. Possibly rooted in being the oldest, she cared about everyone she came to know. Linda worked as a parts specifier at Mitsubishi Motors North America for 33 years. Next to her...

Paula Jane Ketchem passed away on May 16, 2023. She was born on June 21, 1961 to Paul and Jane Binion. Paula graduated from Mercer University in 1985 with a Doctor of Pharmacy degree. She was the owner of Dollar Prescription Shop and ended her career working and consulting at Dallas Prescription Shop. She loved helping others and strived to provide for her customers. Paula was extremely giving and had a heart of gold. She had many good friends and was loved by all who knew her. Paula was...

William Clarence Newton Jr passed away on Thursday, May 18, 2023. He was born on June 16, 1946, to his loving parents William and Susie Mathis Newton in Marietta, GA. He worked as a Correction officer for many years working with the Department of Corrections and Lockheed. William enjoyed history and being outdoors. He loved to hunt, fish, hike and look for Arrowheads and civil war relics. He was also heavily involved in the Boy Scouts for over 25 years. He will be greatly missed by all who...