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Obituaries for Hiram, GA, Paulding County & Surrounding Areas
Federico "Fred" Quintero Gutierrez
August 26, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Federico "Fred" Quintero Gutierrez, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who departed this life on August 26, 2026, at the age of 60. He was born on May 10, 1966, in Mexico City, Mexico, to the late Ramon Quintero-Garcia and Isaura Gutierrez-Rosiles.Fred was known for his outgoing personality...
Bobby Joe Jones
August 26, 2026
Bobby Joe Jones, beloved father, grandfather, and devoted brother, passed away peacefully on August 26, 2026, at the age of 87. Born on February 2, 1939, in Marietta, Georgia, to the late Lewis and Alice Jones. Bobby spent his life in service to his family, his community, and his work in the construction industry.Bobby was a proud veteran of the...
Wendell Reo Clouse
August 23, 2026
Wendell Reo Clouse, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, of Dallas, Georgia, passed away on August 23, 2026, at the age of 88. Born on July 20, 1938, in Knoxville, TN, to the late William and Mollie Clouse, Wendell lived a full and purposeful life, leaving behind a legacy of love, hard work, curiosity, and devotion to those he...
Rudolph Jimmy Dwayne "Pooney" McCarty
August 22, 2026
Rudolph Jimmy Dwayne McCarty, affectionately known as Pooney, of Douglasville, passed away August 22, 2026 at the age of 56. He was born in Austell, Georgia on September 22, 1969, the son of the late Rudolph Jack McCarty and the late Berma Ann McCarty.
In addition to his parents, Pooney was also preceded in death by his siblings: David McCarty, Patty...
Mary Claudette Wilkerson
August 22, 2026
Mary Claudette Wilkerson, known to her family and friends as Claudette, passed away on August 22, 2026, just days before her 83rd birthday. Born in Atlanta, Georgia, on August 28, 1943, to the late Gilbert and Pauline Westbrook, Claudette was raised in Cobb County and lived there throughout her life. She devoted her life to her family, friends, and the...
Cecilia McKittrick
August 21, 2026
Cecilia Rose McKittrick, 84, of Hiram, Georgia, passed away peacefully on August 21, 2026, surrounded by the family she loved so fiercely. She was born on July 2, 1942, in Farmington, West Virginia.
Cecilia was, in every sense of the word, a fighter. She could be rough around the edges, shaped by hard times and more than her share of...
Wanda Wyline Tippens
August 21, 2026
Wanda Wyline Tippens, 64, of Dallas, Georgia, passed away unexpectedly on August 21, 2026. She was born on July 29, 1962, in Millen, Georgia, to her loving parents, Homer and Martha Hicks. Wanda was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend who will be greatly missed.
Wanda was a loving and caring person who dedicated over 15 years as...
Rilla Mae Lankford
August 17, 2026
It is with profound sadness and reverence that we announce the passing of Rilla Mae Lankford, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who passed peacefully on Monday, August 17, 2026, at her home in Powder Springs. Born on November 24, 1940, in Douglasville, Georgia, Rilla was the daughter of the late Lenzie and Pearl Earnest.
Rilla retired as a respected...
Norma Jean Saunderson
August 17, 2026
Mrs. Norma Jean Evans Saunderson, age 80, of Kennesaw, Georgia, passed away Monday, August 17, 2026. She was born March 18, 1946, in Atlanta, Georgia, daughter of the late J. B. Evans Sr.and the late Pat Broome Giguere.Norma spent a lot of time working because work was her life. She was employed for over 40 years as a sales representative...
Margaret A. Szwec
August 16, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Margaret A. Szwec, who passed on Sunday, August 16, 2026, at the age of 88. Born on March 4, 1938, in Cambridge, MA, Margaret was the daughter of the late Russell and Arlene Cleversey.
Margaret dedicated her life to the nursing profession, caring for patients at Broward General Hospital...
Betty Jean Swanson
August 13, 2026
Mrs. Betty J. Swanson passed away peacefully on August 13, 2026, at the age of 89. She was born on June 22, 1937, in Powder Springs, Georgia, to the late David and Nancy Evans. Betty was a vibrant spirit who lit up every room she entered.Betty dedicated many years of her life to the jewelry retail industry, sharing her passion...
William Sherrill Brantley, Jr.
August 12, 2026
William Sherrill Brantley, Jr.
March 18, 1940 - August 12, 2026
William Sherrill Brantley, Jr., 86, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2026, surrounded by his family. He was a true Atlanta "Grady Baby" and graduate of O'Keefe High School. William served proudly in the United States Marine Corps from 1958 to 1964. He married his childhood friend and high school sweetheart,...
Donald "Donnie" Harold Benedict Jr.
August 8, 2026
Donald "Donnie" Harold Benedict, Jr.
Donald "Donnie" Harold Benedict, Jr., age 71, of Tallapoosa, passed away Saturday, August 8, 2026, at his residence. Donnie was the son of the late Donald Benedict, Sr. and Joyce Benedict and lived in Georgia all his life. He retired from the Douglas County Sheriff's Department, where he spent many years protecting and serving the...
Michael Eugene McClung
August 8, 2026
Mr. Michael Eugene McClung, age 70 of Hiram, Georgia, passed away Saturday, August 8, 2026. He was born July 27, 1956 in Atlanta, Georgia, son of the late Rufus Eugene McClung and the late Betty Gamblin McClung.He was a member of New Life Baptist Church of Dallas, Georgia, and was a forklift operator for Distributor Sales, Inc. Mike loved spending...
Sarah "Pam" Carr
August 7, 2026
Sarah "Pam" Carr passed away peacefully on August 7, 2026, at the age of 88. Born on January 22, 1938, to the late Richard and Maebell Kerley, Pam was known for her warmth, creativity, and zest for life. She was a devoted member of Bethel United Methodist Church.
Pam dedicated many years to the hospitality industry, running a successful catering company...
Carole Hunt Rackley
August 6, 2026
Carole Hunt Rackley, 83, passed away on August 6, 2026, in Sylvania, Georgia. Born on November 10, 1942, in Dallas, Georgia, Carole was the daughter of Gib and Vera Hunt. The values of family, hard work, and community that shaped her childhood remained with her throughout her life.
For the past 30 years, Carole made her home in Screven County, where...
Stephen Bond Stark
August 4, 2026
Stephen Bond Stark passed away, surrounded by family, on August 4, 2026, at the age of 75. Born on January 8, 1951, in Isle of Palms, South Carolina, to the late Arnold and Elaine Stark, Stephen spent his life surrounded by the love of family and friends, crafting memories that will forever be cherished.
A proud veteran, Stephen served in the...
Maria Rosa Romero
August 4, 2026
Maria Rosa Romero, age 90, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. Born on August 1, 1936, in Huizúcar, El Salvador, to the late Jose Antonio Romero and the late Maria Julia Castillo, Maria leaves behind a legacy of faith, resilience, and devotion to family.
Maria was a dedicated housekeeper, proudly serving at the Avanti NJ and...
Jean Seals
August 2, 2026
Mrs. Dorothy Jean Seals, affectionately known as Jean, passed away on August 2, 2026, at the age of 81. Jean was born on July 25, 1945, in Villa Rica, Georgia, to the late Bill and Opal Bice. Jean spent her life dedicated to her family, her faith, and her community.As a faithful member of New Georgia Baptist Church, Jean loved...
Jonah L. Johnson
August 1, 2026
Jonah L. Johnson, 93, of Powder Springs, Georgia, passed away on August 1, 2026, at Cobb Tranquility Hospice in Austell, Georgia. He was the son of the late Talt and Annie Mae Johnson of Cairo, Georgia.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Judy Wade Johnson; his son, Gregory Hayes Johnson; his son-in-law, Mark Folsom; his sister, Mona...
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