OBITUARIES

James Warner

December 3, 2023

James Michael Warner, 59, passed away peacefully at his home on December 3, 2023, after an 18-month battle with a glioblastoma brain tumor. Jim was born on January 9, 1964, in Atlanta Georgia.

Jim was a former Police Officer. He started his career in Law Enforcement first with the City of Atlanta and then to Forest Park Police Department...

Ricky O'Neal

November 30, 2023

Mr. Anthony "Ricky" O'Neal passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, November 30, 2023, at the age of 67.

Ricky was a dedicated father and pawpaw and friend to all who knew him. He was a long lasting resident of Paulding County and had retired from Shady Vent. He loved being with his grandchildren and enjoyed hunting, fishing, watching wrestling,...

Carol Meek

November 28, 2023

Carol Josephine Meek, 78, passed away on December 12, 2023.

Carol was born on July 13, 1945, in Altoona, Alabama.

She grew up in Bonaire with her mother and would spend her summers in Alabama with her grandmother.

Carol was married to Lowell Gordon, the love of her life for 30 plus years, he passed in 1997....

Bill Moore

November 26, 2023

Mr. William John Moore, Jr., age 81, of Rockmart, Georgia, passed away Sunday, November 26, 2023.  Bill, as he was affectionately known as by his family and friends, was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee on June 7, 1942, the son of the late William John Moore, Sr. and the late Reba Hilda Camp McDonald.  Bill was a former home builder and...

Jerry Wilson

November 26, 2023

Jerry David Wilson passed away on Sunday, November 26, 2023. He was born on September 8, 1940, son of the late Dalbert and Ruth Wilson in Kings Mountain,North Carolina.

 

Jerry was an avid Georgia Bulldogs and Atlanta Braves fan, always cheering on his favorite team with unwavering loyalty. When he wasn't rooting for the Bulldogs or Braves, you could...

Willa Dean Reeves

November 24, 2023

Willa Dean Reeves, peacefully passed away on November 24, 2023. She was born on August 8, 1939, in Ducktown, Tennessee, and later moved to Blue Ridge, Georgia, where she spent her formative years.

Dean dedicated many years proudly working for Curtis 1000, where she excelled in her role as a layout artist.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Dean had...

Harriet Ruff

November 22, 2023

Harriet Ruff, 76 of Dallas, passed away at her home on Wednesday, November 22, 2023.

Harriet's obituary and service information will be available at a later date.

Clark Funeral Home & Chapel is honored to care for the Ruff family during this difficult time.

Clara "Nell" Jordan

November 22, 2023

Clara "Nell" Jordan, age 94, passed away on November 22, 2023. She was born on July 6, 1929, to the late Jack and Georgie Merritt in Woodstock, Georgia. Nell was an exceptional cook who loved cooking country food for all her friends and family. She took great joy in feeding others and having people at her table passing plates and...

Willie Ann Dunbar

November 21, 2023

Willie Ann Dunbar, a beloved member of the Dallas, Georgia community, peacefully passed away on November 21, 2023, at the age of 83. Born on November 6, 1940, in the small town of Beulah, Mississippi, she was the daughter of the late David and Johnnie Lee Williams.

Willie Ann dedicated her working years to the hospitality industry, specifically as...

Hayden Cantrell

November 21, 2023

Hayden Cantrell passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 21, 2023, at Tiger Lily Assisted Living in Cartersville, Georgia. He was born on December 11, 1931, a son of the late George and Waunette Cantrell in the Red Rock Community of Cobb County.  

Hayden embarked on a successful career at Lockheed Martin, where he dedicated an impressive 35 years of...

Bobby Russell "Russ" Paris

November 20, 2023

Bobby Russell Paris

Born on May 2, 1936, in Dallas, Georgia, Bobby Russell Paris, fondly known as Russ, passed away at the age of 87 on November 20, 2023. With heavy hearts, we bid farewell to a remarkable man whose presence brought warmth and kindness to all who knew him.

Russ began his career at Norfolk Southern Railroad, dedicating many...

Richard Sexton

November 19, 2023

Richard John Sexton, Sr., 84, of Panama City, Florida, passed away Sunday, November 19, 2023, at his residence. Richard was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.

 

He was born in Atlanta, Georgia in 1939 to Clarence and Ruby Sexton. Richard attended West Fulton High School, class of 1957, before joining the United States Air Force. Following his service,...

Scarlett Wright Cure

November 18, 2023

 

Scarlett Wright Cure, age 78, of Hiram, Georgia, passed away Saturday, November 18, 2023. She was born on April 19, 1945 in Bremen, Georgia, the daughter of the late James Arnold Wright and the late Lucile Brown Wright Holcomb. Scarlett retired from AT&T following many years in management.  Her passion and her life's work was being a beautician. 

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Don Burd

November 16, 2023

Donald William Burd passed away on Thursday, November 16, 2023. He was born on December 19, 1954, in Detroit, Michigan. Don was a simple man, taking pride in his family and devoting himself to them. His devotion was to his family. He was very proud of his children and the adults they have grown up to be. If you knew...

Todd Van Allen

November 15, 2023

Todd James Van Allen passed away on Wednesday, November 15, 2023. He was born on May 21, 1976, in Pompton Plains, New Jersey. He worked as an Assistant General Manager for Southern Lanes. Todd enjoyed bowling, fishing, building things, hanging out with the guys, and spending quality time with family. Todd never had a bad thing to say about anyone....

William Gray

November 13, 2023

William "Ernest" Gray, 84, peacefully passed away on November 13, 2023, at the Wellstar Hospice Center at Cobb.

Born on December 30, 1938, in Coweta County, Georgia, to Willie Autry Gray and Opal Hendrix Gray, Ernest attended Western High School in Newnan, Georgia and later served in the Navy. Ernest dedicated much of his life to his career as...

Randy K. Riggs

November 12, 2023

Randy K. Riggs, 61, of Marietta, Georgia, passed away on November 12, 2023 in Marietta. He was born on January 25, 1962, at Kennestone Hospital in Marietta. Randy was the beloved Director of Entertainment for Stars and Strikes since their opening in 2008. His commitment to his work allowed him to make a powerful impact in the community, where he...

Judy Hardy

November 12, 2023

In Loving Memory of Judy Hardy

Judith “Judy” Ann Hardy, a loving mother and granny, passed away on November 12, 2023, at the age of 80. She was born on April 16, 1943, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Judith brought joy and love to everyone she knew throughout her incredible life.

Judy loved her family and thought they were her greatest blessing...

Joseph S. Bergbauer

November 12, 2023

In Loving Memory of Joseph Silvanous Bergbauer

Joseph "Joe" Silvanous Bergbauer, a beloved husband, and father, passed away on November 12, 2023, at the age of 80. Joe was born on November 24, 1942, in Montgomery, Alabama, to the late Joseph V. Bergbauer and Lois Hayes.

Joe led a remarkable life filled with love, laughter, and devotion to his country....

Kenneth Brown

November 12, 2023

Kenneth Elworth Brown, peacefully passed away on November 12, 2023, at the age of 79. Born on November 13, 1943, in Marietta, GA, Kenneth was the son of the late Jack and Ethel Brown.

 

Kenneth dedicated over five decades of his life as a hardworking truck driver for Tip Top Poultry, where he found great fulfillment and joy.

 

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