OBITUARIES

July 6, 2022

Glen Lane of Charlotte, North Carolina passed away on Jul 6, 2022. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

July 6, 2022

Linda Louise Carroll Rakestraw passed away on July 6, while holding the hand of her husband of 57 years. She was born on March 5, 1947 to the late Evelyn and Roy Carroll. Linda loved her family and enjoyed time spent with her Grandsons most of all. She enjoyed traveling, reading, word find puzzles, shopping and watch Hallmark Movies....

July 5, 2022

William Lee Gillette, 80, of Dallas, Georgia, passed away on July 5, 2022, of natural causes. Bill was born on February 9, 1942, to Donald and Veronica Gillette in Watertown, New York. After graduating from Immaculate Heart Academy in 1960, Bill went on to study Accounting and graduated from the Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, New York. As a...

July 5, 2022

Gwendolyn June Prather passed away on July 5, 2022. She was born on January 12, 1959 to the late William and Marjorie Prather. She is preceded in death by her siblings, Hoyt Prather, David Prather, Mike Prather, Roger Prather, Regina Prather, Bobby Joe Prather, Larry Prather, Douglas L. Prather, Charles Prather, and Troy Prather. She is survived by her son,...

July 5, 2022

Barbara Delores Stonecypher passed away on July 5, 2022. She was born on April 19, 1941 to the late Clinton and Leler Shelton. Barbara loved her family and treasured her time spent with them. She loved her grandchildren and great-grandchildren very much and they were very important to her. Barbara was and will continue to be very loved and...

July 3, 2022

Christopher David Coleman was born on February 26, 1992 in Toledo, Ohio. As those that knew Chris can attest, he had a caring nature and tenacious spirit. He had a laugh that could warm a home, and a sense of humor that made everyone feel like they were in on the joke. Chris served in the Georgia Air National...

July 3, 2022

Services for Deidri Cain McBrayer will be held at Clark Funeral Home on Thursday, July 14, 2022. The family will receive friends from 1:00pm until 2:00pm. Memorial Services will be held at Clark Funeral Home Chapel and will begin at 2:00pm with Pastor Thomas Blagg officiating. The family requests that if you wish to send flowers, please do so...

June 30, 2022

Carolyn Ann Whitley passed away on June 30, 2022. She was born on September 15, 1942 to the late Dallas and Blanche Williams. Carolyn's life was centered around God and her family. Both were very important to her and she lived an honest and pure life. Carolyn was the owner and operator of her own business, Whitley's Personal Care...

June 28, 2022

Richard Kuykendall passed away on June 28, 2022. He was born on August 25, 1939 to the late Mr. & Mrs. Kuykendall. Richard was a United States Army Veteran and he worked as a truck driver for 50 years. When he wasn't on the road, he enjoyed watching races, westerns, and traveling with his wife. In addition to his...

June 26, 2022

Susan "Susie" Odette Newbold passed away on June 26, 2022. She was born on December 23, 1956 to the late Ray and Carolyn Starnes. Susie was a huge bingo fan and she enjoyed reading, making wreaths and flower arrangements. Most of all, she loved being around her family. She lead the children's ministry with her husband, Joe, and her...

June 25, 2022

Bernadette Blanchette passed away on June 25, 2022. She was born on May 17, 1930 to the late Luigi and Mary Mirisola in South Boston, Massachusetts. Bernadette was a devout Catholic, wife, and mother. As the matriarch, she strived to do everything for her family. Whether it be cooking delicious meals, baking treats, or just lending a hand, she...

June 22, 2022

Ronald Irven McClung, age 88, died June 22, 2022. He was born in Hiram, Paulding County Georgia, on December 10, 1933, to parents: Joseph Taylor McClung and Ethel Gay Grimes McClung.

Ronald is survived by his wife of 69 years, Beatrice Croker McClung, and his children: Ronald "Ronnie" Joseph and wife Donna McClung; Patsy McClung Dorrough, and...

June 16, 2022

Jeffery Norman Lee Brewer, 63, of Dallas, GA, passed away on June 16, 2022. He was born on May 25, 1959 in Freeport, IL, to the late George William Brewer Sr. and Norma Ann Smeathers Brewer. Jeff owned and operated A+ Asphalt & Seal Coating and worked in the industry for over 30 years. He began as an Elvis...

June 14, 2022

William Oliver "Ozzie" Studstill passed away on June 14, 2022. He was born on March 20, 1934 to the late Thomas and Mildred Studstill. Ozzie was a United States Marine Veteran who served in the Korean War. He was a hardworking, reliable man who was always there to lend a hand. Ozzie was gentle, kind, and always patient. He...

June 13, 2022

Judson "Robert" Ritch, age 90 of Hiram, Georgia, passed away on June 13, 2022. He was born on April 14, 1932 to the late H.C and Louise Ritch. He was married to the former Phyllis Davenport for 66 years. Robert graduated from Hiram High School and attended Young Harris College before enlisting in the U.S. Army where he served...

June 11, 2022

Katherine "Katie" Nather passed away on June 11, 2022. She was born on September 6, 1968 to Emory Gordy and Lisa B. Katie graduated from Kennesaw State University with her Bachelors in Communications. She enjoyed writing poems, reading, and playing the viola for the Georgia Symphony Orchestra. Katie's family was very important to her and she loved spending time...

June 8, 2022

Cynthia Ann Roberts passed away on June 8, 2022. She was born on August 14, 1942 to the late Soloman and Philomena Kelau. Cynthia lived an incredibly full life and enjoyed traveling and spending time with her family. She was the best mother who was always there for her children. Cynthia loved her family deeply and they were very...

June 8, 2022

Odell Richard Westbrook passed away on June 8, 2022. He was born on August 16, 1963 to Richard and Joyce Westbrook. Odell was a very loving and caring person. He loved the outdoors and helping in any way he could. He will be very missed. He is preceded in death by his father, Richard Westbrook. He is survived by...

June 7, 2022

Kimberly Bannister Ball passed away on June 7, 2022. She was born on October 23, 1961 to Thomas and Patsy Bannister Alexander. Kimberly was very creative and enjoyed crafting. She was incredibly talented at crocheting and everyone loved what she would create. Kimberly adored her family and loved attending her grandchildren's sports games. Kimberly was a selfless person who would...

June 2, 2022

Donald a/k/a Don Hill Lester was born in Cartersville, Georgia, Bartow County, to Clifford Lester and Evelyn Hill Lester on July 23, 1945. He is survived by his wife, Peggy Walton Lester with 55 plus years of marriage. They are blessed with two sons, Derek Lester, wife Jill Hardin Lester and Rodney Lester, wife Melissa Waters Lester. Derek and...