OBITUARIES

Derek Hurst

May 17, 2025

Derek Hurst, age 59, of Hiram, Georgia passed away Saturday, May 17, 2025 following a brief illness. He was born on July 23, 1965 the son of the late Ernest and Nina Kinsey Hurst. Derek was a self-employed truck driver. He attended Victory Baptist Church in Rockmart.

Derek will be remembered as a beloved husband and dedicated family man. Derek was...

Barbara O'Brien

May 15, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Barbara Kay O'Brien, who left us peacefully on May 15, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on August 31, 1948, in Martin, TN, Barbara lived a vibrant life full of joy and laughter, and made her home in Springville, TN.

She was a proud veteran of the...

Marie Prepetit

May 14, 2025

Marie Josette Prepetit, age 70, peacefully passed away on May 14, 2025. Born on June 22, 1954, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Marie lived a life defined by compassion, faith, and strength.

A devoted Certified Nursing Assistant, Marie spent her career caring for others with grace and empathy. Her nurturing spirit extended beyond her work-she was the heart of her home and a...

Yolanda Shanita Sanders

May 13, 2025

Yolanda (Lannie) Shantana Sanders, age 58, was born on April 26, 1967, in Dallas Georgia. Lannie transitioned into the loving arms of God on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. She joined Mars Hill Missionary Baptist Church, Dallas, Georgia at an early age. She later joined Sweet Home Baptist Church.

Lannie was preceded in death by her parents: Doris Philpot Sanders and Perry...

Sonja Corley

May 12, 2025

Sonja Elaine Matthews Corley, 84, received her Heavenly Reward on May 12, 2025, following a brief illness, surrounded by her loving family.

Sonja was born on October 25, 1940, to Duvon Walton and Ethel Pauline Matthews in Dallas, Georgia where she was a lifelong resident. Sonja retired from the Paulding County School District where she worked in the central office for...

Hazel Morris

May 11, 2025

Hazel Annett Morris, age 83, passed away on May 11, 2025. Born on July 29, 1941, in Atlanta, GA, to the late Roy Lee and Marie Alice Pritchett, Hazel lived a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories, dedicated to her family and friends. A beloved homemaker, she embraced her role with joy, raising her children with warmth and...

John "Johnny" Vaughan

May 9, 2025

John "Johnny" Vaughan, Sr., age 88, of Dallas, GA, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 9, 2025. Johnny lived a rich and meaningful life, marked by hard work, deep faith, and a steadfast love for his family and the land he called home.

A proud lifelong farmer, Johnny poured his heart into the earth, cultivating not just crops but a legacy...

Izzie Davis

May 7, 2025

Mrs. Izzie Davis, age 63 of Forsyth, Georgia, passed away Wednesday, May 7, 2025, after a courageous battle with breast cancer.

Mrs. Davis was born August 3, 1961, in Atlanta, Georgia, to the late Howard Garner and the late Irene Jones Garner. She was a homemaker and a member of Paran Baptist Church of Forsyth. Due to her illness, she was...

Cynthia Patrick

May 4, 2025

October 21, 1957 - May 4, 2025

Cynthia "Cindy" Anne Patrick, age 67, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 4, 2025. Born on October 21, 1957, in Lebanon, Tennessee, she was the beloved daughter of the late Thurman and Josie Greene.

Cindy was baptized on April 18, 1964, a moment that marked the beginning of a lifelong journey...

Doris Simmons

May 2, 2025

Mrs. Doris Simmons, age 94 of Marietta, Georgia, passed away Friday, May 2, 2025.

Mrs. Simmons was born May 24, 1930, in Greensboro, North Carolina, to the late William Ira Tilley and the late Lacy Daisy Edwards Tilley. She was a mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who was supportive of all. Doris was an awesome cook who had an open-door policy to...

Myra Casteel

May 1, 2025

Myra Casteel, age 75, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2025, at her home in Dallas, Georgia. Born on December 4, 1949, to the late Johnny Dale and Maxine Weeks Riley, Myra lived a life filled with love and deep devotion to her family.

Myra dedicated more than two decades of her career as a Kitchen Manager for Valley...

Branden Otoupal

April 30, 2025

Branden Scott Otoupal, age 35, passed away on April 30, 2025. Born on September 13, 1989, in Villa Rica, Georgia, Branden's life was marked by love for his family, a passion for the outdoors, and a deep devotion to his faith.

Branden was raised in a loving home by his parents, Tami and Scott Otoupal. He worked for the family business,...

Cathy Balkevicius

April 27, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Cathy Balkevicius, who left us peacefully on April 27, 2025, at the age of 67. Cathy was born on December 5, 1957, to the late Alfred and Doris Rizer in Gainesville, Florida. Cathy called Powder Springs, GA, home, but lived in many different cities throughout her life.

Cathy...

Leroy Atcheson

April 25, 2025

With great sadness, we announce that Leroy Atcheson, affectionately known as Papa, passed away peacefully at the age of 91 on April 25, 2025, with family by his side. He leaves a strong legacy of love and devotion to God and his family.

Leroy was born on March 21, 1934, to S.R. and Gladys Atcheson in Dallas, Georgia where he remained...

Thomas Abston

April 20, 2025

Thomas "Tommy" T. Abston of Villa Rica, Georgia passed away April 20, 2025 at the age of 83. Tommy was born July 10, 1941 in Greene County, AL to Norman and Mary Alice Abston.

Tommy earned his master's and bachelor's degrees from Livingston State College (now University of West Alabama) where he was a running back on the football team. He...

JD Reece

April 19, 2025

Mr. JD Reece, age 96, died Saturday, April 19th 2025. Born on August 9, 1928, JD was known for his unwavering commitment to his family and his work as a Quality Control Technician at Ford Motor Company, from which he retired after many years of dedicated service within the automotive industry.

JD was a man of simple pleasures, finding joy in...

Jameel Johnson

April 17, 2025

Jameel Kenneth Johnson, age 22, passed away on April 17, 2025. Born on February 13, 2003, in Dayton, Ohio, Jameel spent his formative years in Dallas, Georgia, where he was a beloved son, brother, and friend.

Jameel was a bright spirit who graduated from East Paulding High School, and had aspirations of becoming an architect. His creativity and passion for design...

Charles Franklin Moody Sr.

April 17, 2025

Charles Franklin Moody Sr., age 82, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2025. Born on August 14, 1942, in Atlanta, Georgia, to the late Frank and Florence Moody. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, Charles lived a life marked by dedication-to his family, his profession, and his many passions.

Charles built a distinguished career as a construction manager with Hussman...

Jessica Gates

April 16, 2025

Jessica Gwen Gates, born on October 20, 1975, in Marietta, GA, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2025, at her home in Dallas, GA, at the age of 49. A cherished mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend, Jessica was a radiant light whose warmth, kindness, and magnetic spirit touched everyone she met.

Jessica had a heart that welcomed all....

Paul Heitsenrether

April 16, 2025

Paul James Heitsenrether, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on April 8, 1951, in Clearfield, Pennsylvania, to the late Harvey Paul and Dorothy Margaret Heitsenrether, Paul was known for his kind spirit, sense of humor, and joyful presence.

Affectionately known by his family as "Pops," Paul lived...