OBITUARIES

Reid Meek

January 22, 2024

Jon Reid Meek, age 70, of Douglasville, Georgia, passed away on Monday, January 22, 2024. He was born on January 4, 1954, in Douglasville, Georgia, the son of Thomas Irvin and Jean Yancey Meek. Reid loved his sail boat and playing guitar. He enjoyed playing guitar with his grandson and sailing the blue waters of the Caribbean.

He was preceded in...

David Joe Williams

January 20, 2024

David Joe Williams was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and uncle. He was born on April 23, 1936, and peacefully passed away on January 20, 2024.

David was a hardworking individual who dedicated his life to the field of carpentry. He was known for his exceptional skills and unwavering commitment to his craft. With his strong work ethic and...

Caleb Acheampong

January 19, 2024

Caleb Andre Acheampong passed away peacefully on January 19, 2024. He was born to Albert and Betty Xavier Acheampong of Powder Springs, Georgia.

The family will receive friends at Clark Funeral Home on Friday, January 26, 2024 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Interment will follow at Peaceful Meadows Memorial Cemetery.

Clark Funeral Home is honored to...

Thomas Hardy

January 19, 2024

Tommy Hardy passed away on January 19, 2024, at the age of 74. He was born on April 20, 1949, to the late William and Margaret Hardy. Tommy was a caring father, devoted brother, proud grandfather, and doting great-grandfather.

In his free time, Tommy loved to refurbish old John Deer and New Holland tractors. He loved being at home...

Betty Clark

January 19, 2024

Betty Jean Clark peacefully passed away on January 19, 2024, at the age of 87. She was born on March 28, 1936, in Buford, Georgia to the late Earnest and Hazel Roach. Betty enjoyed gardening and being outside watching the birds fly about her garden. During the day, she could always be found watching one of her favorite religious shows,...

Allen Roberts

January 17, 2024

Allen Renwick Roberts, a devoted father, grandfather, and loving fiancé, passed away on January 17, 2024, at the age of 63. Born on December 19, 1960, in Dallas, Georgia, Allen lived a life filled with compassion, warmth, and an unwavering love for his family and friends.

Affectionately known as "Pawndexter" to those closest to him, Allen was a source...

Justus Lewis

January 17, 2024

Justus Amari Lewis passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2024. He was born on April 6, 2023, in Austell, Georgia, a son of Jerome Lewis and Anna Marenah.

He is survived by his his parents, Jerome Lewis and Anna Marenah; his twin brother Je'Lani Asaad Lewis; aunties and uncles, Bre'shona Sereal, JaNiyah, Jasmyn, Jeremiah, and Jamari Lewis; a great...

Michael Gratz

January 15, 2024

Michael Gratz, a beloved Husband, Father, Brother, and Grandfather, passed away on January 15, 2024, at the age of 63. He was born on September 10, 1960, in Mandan, North Dakota, to the late Harry and Jeannie Gratz. Mike's passing has left a void in the hearts of all who knew him.

Mike lived a fulfilling life enriched with love, laughter,...

Mike Ballew

January 15, 2024

Mike Allen Ballew, 68, of Dallas, Georgia, passed away on Monday, January 15, 2024. He was born on July 28, 1955, in Marietta, Georgia, a son of the late Carl and Louise Ballew.



Mike was deeply committed to the people he held dear. His devotion to his wife, Wanda Ballew, knew no bounds, and together they shared a bond...

Elaine Howard

January 14, 2024

Jacqueline Elaine Reese Howard, age 74, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2024.  Born on July 26, 1949, in Atlanta, Georgia, the daughter of the late Walter and Myrtle Tumlin Reese. She held various jobs throughout her life and was most remembered for her administrative assistant work.  Elaine touched the lives of many through her kind heart and joyful spirit.

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Paula Pritchard

January 13, 2024

Paula Louise Pritchard of Acworth, Georgia, passed away on January 13, 2024 at the age of 64.

Paula was born on March 13, 1959 to Lewis and Jesse Porter in Phenix City, Alabama.

Paula was a very generous person, kind to everyone. She had a sweet heart and would help anyone who needed. She also loved her daughter...

Gregory Thompson

January 13, 2024

Gregory Alan Thompson, proud Marine veteran, passed away on Saturday, January 13, 2024, at the age of 65. Greg was born on Wednesday, April 9, 1958, in Puyallup, Washington, to Robert and Greeta Thompson.

Greg was a family man and loved his family above all else. He enjoyed time working on his farm, taking care of the horses, chickens, and...

Marcus Rachel

January 12, 2024

Marcus Keyonne "Chuck" Rachel was born on August 23, 1971, in Rockmart, Georgia to Rogers Rachel and Hattie Lee "Pat" Staples Rachel. He departed his earthly life on Friday, January 12, 2024.

Marcus joined Wesley Chapel AME Church at an early age. He graduated from Paulding County High School in 1990. He was employed by Voestalpine Automotive Components in Cartersville,...

Sandy Bivins

January 12, 2024

Sandy Michele Bivins, passed away Friday, January 12, 2024, at the age of 49. Sandy was born on Sunday, July 7, 1974 in Villa Rica, Georgia. A devoted mother, daughter, and sister, Sandy's presence touched the lives of all who knew her.

Sandy was a force to be reckoned with - a true spitfire who approached life with immense...

Charvis Baulding

January 11, 2024

The gates of Heaven opened to receive one of its finest, Charvis (C-Nice) Baulding on January 11, 2024. Born October 12th, 1993, C-Nice was the son of Norvis Baulding and Willene Cummings. He graduated class of 2012 from Hiram High School. He was known as the best 3-point shooter in basketball. He had a humble spirit and an amazing smile....

Annette Keys

January 10, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Myrtle Annette Keys, a beloved mother, Nana, and friend. Annette peacefully departed this world on January 10, 2024, at the age of 84, leaving behind a lifetime of cherished memories.

Born on February 11, 1939, Annette filled her days with love, laughter, and a zest for life. She...

Nora Goodman

January 9, 2024

Nora Wood Goodman passed away on January 9, 2024, at the age of 83. She was born on April 20, 1940 to the late Henry and Estelle Wood in Madison, Georgia.

Nora obtained her nursing degree at Georgia Baptist hospital, and later went to the Mayo Clinic, becoming a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist. She was very proud of her...

Mary Rucker

January 9, 2024

In Loving Memory of Mary Cecilia Rucker

Mary Cecilia Rucker, a compassionate and selfless soul who brought joy and warmth to all those whose lives she touched, passed away on January 9, 2024, at the age of 62. Her departure leaves a void in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.

Born on September 20, 1961,...

Dennis Pope

January 8, 2024

Dennis Harling Pope, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, proud Air Force veteran, passed away on January 8, 2024, at the age of 79. Born on May 4, 1944, in Atlanta, Georgia, Dennis lived a rich and fulfilling life, leaving behind cherished memories in the hearts of all who knew him.

Dennis was a man of unwavering dedication,...

Monitta Bottomlee

January 8, 2024

Monitta Bottomlee passed away on January 8th, 2024, at the age of 88, in Dallas, Georgia. She had been a Paulding County resident for 15 years. She was born on September 20th, 1935, in Hattiesburg, Mississippi.

She is preceded in death by her mother, Tama Smith of Bassfield, Mississippi and her brother, Bobby Prine of Shelby, North Carolina.

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