OBITUARIES

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Obituaries for Hiram, GA, Paulding County & Surrounding Areas

Morgan Landrey Thompson

Morgan Landrey Thompson

April 1, 2023

Morgan Thompson entered Heaven's embrace on Saturday, April 1, 2023. She was born on August 2, 2002, to her loving parents Barry and Amy Thompson in Austell, GA. She triumphantly graduated from South Paulding High School in 2020. After high school, she began working in sales for the family business at L & W Fab and Machine and quickly learned...

Ann Elizabeth (Holder)  Claxton

Ann Elizabeth (Holder) Claxton

March 31, 2023

Ann Elizabeth Holder Claxton passed away on March 31, 2023. She was born on November 16, 1932 to the late Wade Jefferson Holder and Miriam McClellan Holder in Bainbridge, Georgia. Ann was a member of Powder Springs First Baptist Church and loved worshiping there. She was a devoted believer whose faith was strong. One of her favorite things to...

Joseph Edwin Tibbitts

Joseph Edwin Tibbitts

March 31, 2023

Joseph Edwin "Ed" Tibbitts passed March 31, 2023. He was born on May 28, 1927 to the late L.M. (Fate) and Bertha Womack Tibbitts. Ed was a member of New Canaan Baptist Church alongside his wife, Catherine Tibbitts. Ed was a United States Coast Guard Veteran who served from 1945-1946 as a World War II Merchant Marine Seaman. Ed...

Barbara (Shaw)  Farr

Barbara (Shaw) Farr

March 30, 2023

Barbara Shaw Farr passed away on March 30, 2023. She was born on March 14, 1935, to Don and Georgia Shaw. Barbara was married to the Magistrate Judge, Jim "Tex" Farr, who she loved spending time with and caring for. She loved her family deeply and cherished her time with them. Barbara also enjoyed reading in her spare time....

Daniel Ray Baxter

Daniel Ray Baxter

March 30, 2023

Danny "Dan" Baxter passed away on March 30, 2023. He was born on August 13, 1960, to the late Herbert and Etta Baxter in Live Oak, Florida. Dan was the ultimate handyman who could fix anything. He had multiple jobs throughout his life, which taught him everything he knew. He would always be there to lend a hand if...

Joel Paul Sustaita

Joel Paul Sustaita

March 25, 2023

Joel Paul Sustaita passed away on Saturday, March 25, 2023. He was born on July 17, 1995, in Austell, GA. Joel had an infectious way about him, attracting friends wherever he went. He had a certain charisma that made everyone feel comfortable in his presence. His smile would melt your heart, and he was a kind, genuine, easy spirit. Joel...

Harvey C Ritch

Harvey C Ritch

March 23, 2023

Harvey C Ritch passed away on Thursday, March 23, 2023. He was born on October 10, 1937, to the late Hugh and Louise Wilson Ritch in Villa Rica, GA. He worked as an Electrical Engineer for 25 years with Greystone Power and was well respected throughout the Co-Op community for his experience and knowledge. Harvey enjoyed gardening and plants,...

Carolyn Ann (Simpson)  Williams

Carolyn Ann (Simpson) Williams

March 22, 2023

Carolyn Ann Williams passed away on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 5, 1941, to the late Cecil and Nadine Campbell Simpson in Birmingham, AL. She retired after 40 years as a Civil Servant with the United States Air Force, serving in many bases around the country with Dobbins Air Reserve Base...

Joseph Johnston Armstrong

Joseph Johnston Armstrong

March 22, 2023

Joseph Johnston Armstrong passed away on Wednesday, March 22, 2023. He was born on April 28, 1991, a son of Doug and Madelyn J. Armstrong in Marietta, GA. Joseph loved the outdoors. He enjoyed fishing and camping. Joseph was tenderhearted and loved helping others. He was a dependable friend. Joseph loved hanging out with his nieces and nephews; playing...

Glenda Sue (Morris)  Tidwell

Glenda Sue (Morris) Tidwell

March 20, 2023

Glenda Sue Morris Tidwell passed away on Monday, March 20, 2023. She was born on March 30, 1944, in Douglasville, GA, to the late Alton and Stella (Rainey) Morris. She Retired from Malbon, Inc. of Hiram, GA, where she was a seamstress for over 20 years. Sue loved spending time with her family, a clean house, cooking, and watching...

Zandria Lanice Marie Wimberly

Zandria Lanice Marie Wimberly

March 17, 2023

Zandria Lanice Marie Wimberly began her heavenly journey on March 17, 2023, with the love of her family and friends to send her off. Zandria aka "Zan" was born on March 6, 2008, and lived in Paulding County with her parents and siblings. She attended Baggett Elementary, Hal Hutchins, and Austin Middle School. Zandria gave her life to the lord...

Curtis Dean Moses

Curtis Dean Moses

March 17, 2023

Curtis "Curt" Dean Moses went to the Lord on March 17, 2023. He was born on December 21, 1942, to the late Charles and Helen Moses in Gary, Indiana. Curt loved to photograph different landscapes. He was an adoring husband to his wife, Cynthia, a dedicated father to his sons and daughters, and an outstanding grandfather. Curt cared for...

Nellie Shuler (Shuler)  Thackston

Nellie Shuler (Shuler) Thackston

March 15, 2023

Nellie Shuler Thackston passed away on Wednesday, March 15, 2023. She was born on July 18, 1932 in Atlanta,GA. She worked at and owned her own beauty shop for over 25 years, then worked and co-owned a craft shop with her daughter for 5 years. Nellie finished off her working career at Presbyterian Village as a Housekeeping supervisor for...

Vada Carolyn (Lathem)  Oglesby

Vada Carolyn (Lathem) Oglesby

March 14, 2023

Vada Carolyn Oglesby passed away surrounded by family on March 14, 2023. She was born December 29, 1939 to the late Ford and Mildred Lathem in Atlanta, Georgia. Carolyn was known for her incredible faith and godliness. She prayed without ceasing and her love for the Lord was evident. She enjoyed many trips to the mountains and the beach...

Paul Joseph Schuh

Paul Joseph Schuh

March 12, 2023

Paul Joseph Schuh passed away on March 12, 2023. He was born on August 5, 1943 to the late Peter and Lorraine Schuh in Madison, Wisconsin. Paul worked as a truck driver for over 50 years. After retiring at 62, he went right back to work at his church. He was a dedicated member of Legacy Baptist Church where he...

Beverly Jean (Womack)  Hembree

Beverly Jean (Womack) Hembree

March 10, 2023

Beverly Womack Hembree, 86, of Dallas, Georgia, passed away on March 10, 2023. She was born. May 17, 1936, to the late M.G. and Grace Womack. Beverly graduated with honors from Dallas High School in 1954, where she was Class President and a cheerleader. She married her high school. Sweetheart, J.B. Hembree, later that year. They moved to Illinois...

Rev. David Harold Chaffin

Rev. David Harold Chaffin

March 9, 2023

Reverend David Harold Chaffin Sr. passed away on March 9, 2023. He was born on April 17, 1944 to the late Bud Walter and Grace Evelyn Chaffin. David was a lifelong member of Unity Baptist Church. He was the pastor at Willow Springs Baptist Church for over 30 years and truly loved his church and congregation. David was a...

Margie (Elliott)  Johnston

Margie (Elliott) Johnston

March 8, 2023

Margie E. Johnston passed away surrounded by family and friends on March 8, 2023. She was born on August 21, 1938 to the late Thomas and Ruth Elliott in Atlanta, Georgia. Margie was known for her incredible faith and godliness. She prayed without ceasing and would often tell her friends and family of the prayers she had spoken on...

Gordon Leroy Brownlow

Gordon Leroy Brownlow

March 8, 2023

Gordon Leroy Brownlow passed away March 8, 2023. He was born on November 10, 1931 to the late Leonard and Irene Brownlow in Atlanta, Georgia. Gordon was a faithful member of High Shoals Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon and a music director. He loved his church and attending services. Gordon worked as a truck driver for...

Randy Roger Moore

Randy Roger Moore

March 6, 2023

Randy Moore passed away on March 6, 2023. The Moore family will receive friends at Clark Funeral Home on March 17, 2023, from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm.