Recent Obituaries
Obituaries for Hiram, GA, Paulding County & Surrounding Areas
Mary Joan (Daniel) England
April 11, 2023
Mary Joan Daniel England passed away on April 11,2023. After a short battle with bladder cancer, she succumbed to her illness and all its complications. She was born on February 5, 1957, in Middlesboro, Kentucky. "Joan" as she was affectionately known to everyone who knew her, was a kind soul and never met a stranger. She worked as an accountant...
Jeremiah "Jay" Shumpert
April 10, 2023
Jeremiah "Jay" Shumpert passed away on April 10, 2023. He was born on November 8, 1936, to the late Knolton and Mozelle Shumpert. Jay was a United States Army Veteran and a Clemson graduate (Class of '58). He retired from Lockheed Martin as an engineer after over 40 years of service. Jay was a member of Elevate Christian Church...
William Albert Blackburn
April 9, 2023
William Albert Blackburn, Jr. passed away on April 9, 2023. He was born November 19th, 1968, to William "Billy" Albert Blackburn and Debra Ann Webb in Atlanta, GA. William enjoyed cooking out with friends and family, vacations at the beach, and spending time with his wife, kids, and grandkids. He also enjoyed meeting new people he met while selling...
Andrea Kay (Bentley) Palmer
April 9, 2023
Andrea "Kay" Palmer passed away on Sunday, April 9, 2023, in her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 18, 1951, in Villa Rica, GA, to the late Richard and Pauline Parson Bentley Pressley . She worked for a few years with Southern Freight Railroad before finding her calling as the School Secretary at New...
Steven Edward Ayers
April 6, 2023
Steven Edward Ayers passed away on Thursday, April 6, 2023. He was born on July 13, 1950, to John and Yvonne Ayers in Atlanta, GA. He retired from the Cobb County Police Force after working there for 38 years. Steven loved riding his motorcycle any chance he got. One of his passions was photography and photographing weddings. Steven was loved...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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