Recent Obituaries
Obituaries for Hiram, GA, Paulding County & Surrounding Areas
Claudia Frances Justice
March 24, 2026
Claudia Justice passed away on March 24, 2026, at the age of 79. She was born on December 13, 1946, in Brooklyn, New York, to the late Walter and Wanda Jankowski. Claudia was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. She made her home in Dallas, GA, where she spent countless moments filled with love and laughter. She was married...
Velma S. Freeman
March 23, 2026
Velma S. Freeman , devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother, beloved teacher and cherished matriarch, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2026, at the age of 85. Born in Warren County, Georgia, on September 2, 1940, to the late Herman and Opal Smith. Velma spent her life in dedication to her family and her passion for education.For 30 years, Velma...
Gregory Shane Thornton, Sr.
March 22, 2026
Mr. Gregory Shane Thornton, Sr., passed away Sunday, March 22, 2026. Visitation and Funeral service will be held on Sunday, March 29, 2026, 2:00 pm, at Clark Funeral Home in Hiram, Ga. The family will receive friends from 12:00 until the funeral hour.The full obituary will be published once completed. Clark Funeral Home in Hiram, GA, is in charge of...
Tamara Sue Robbins
March 21, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Tamara Sue Robbins on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at the age of 58.In celebration of her life and the lasting impact she had on those she loved, a memorial service will be held at Clark Funeral Home in Hiram, GA, on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at 4:00 pm. Family...
Vivian June Mimbs
March 21, 2026
Mrs. Vivian Terry Mimbs passed away on March 21, 2026, at the age of 88. Vivian was born on June 18, 1937, in Carrollton, Georgia, to the late Clevie and Jessie Terry. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend who spent her life nurturing those around her with love and a home-cooked meal.Vivian dedicated a significant part of her life...
Cherrell Lynn Jefferies
March 21, 2026
Cherrell Lynn Jefferies, a loving mother, grandmother, and devoted wife, passed away unexpectedly at home on March 21, 2026, at the age of 67. Born on October 12, 1958, in East Point, Georgia, to the late Bobby and Margie Thompson, Cherrell was known for her kind heart and unwavering love for her family. A dedicated homemaker, she poured her soul...
Elizabeth Anne Southerland
March 20, 2026
Elizabeth Anne Southerland passed away peacefully at home on March 20, 2026, at the age of 84. Born on July 22, 1941, in Atlanta, Georgia, Anne spent her life bringing joy to those around her and will be deeply missed.
For many years, Anne dedicated her career to the legal field as an office manager and paralegal. She had a natural...
Deborah Findley Vernon
March 20, 2026
Mrs. Deborah Findley Vernon, age 68 of Hiram, Georgia, passed away Friday, March 20, 2026. She was born August 10, 1957 in Atlanta, Georgia, daughter of the late Carl Ernest Findley and the late Irene Esther Densmore Saladrigas.
She was a member of New Hope Baptist Church of Dallas, Georgia. Deborah was a woman of prayer and faith, known for her...
Robert Michael Irvine
March 20, 2026
Robert Irvine passed away peacefully at his home on March 20, 2026. He was born on August 27, 1951 in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. There are no services planned at this time. You may share your thoughts and condolences at www.samclarkfuneralhome.comClark Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with the services for Mr. Robert Michael Irvine.
Rachel Ann Keller
March 19, 2026
Rachel Wages Keller, 78, of Hiram, Georgia, peacefully entered eternal rest on March 19, 2026, after a long and courageous journey with an extended illness. Her life was one marked by love, strength, and deep connection to those around her.
Born on May 9, 1947, in Atlanta, Georgia, Rachel was the cherished daughter of Leonard F. Wages and Annie Bell Bannister...
Ashton Vann Merritt
March 17, 2026
Ashton Vann Merritt passed away unexpectedly on March 17, 2026, at the age of 37. Born on September 8, 1988, in Marietta, Georgia, Ashton created lasting memories with his family and friends and will be greatly missed.
Ashton was known for his adventurous spirit and wide-ranging interests. A passionate BMX rider, enthusiastic basketball player, and Tae Kwon Do black belt,...
Bruce Kitchens
March 17, 2026
Mr. William Bruce Kitchens, age 96, of Douglasville, went to be with his Lord peacefully on Tuesday, March 17th, 2026. Born February 2, 1930, to the late L.O. Kitchens, Sr. and the late Myrtis Couch Kitchens.
He proudly served in combat during the Korean War with the U.S. Army 7th Infantry Division. For his service in ground combat, he was...
Janna Suzette Wilson
March 16, 2026
Janna Suzette Wilson passed away on March 16, 2026, at the age of 61. She was born on August 9, 1964, in Marietta, Georgia, to the late Doug Cox, Sr. and Arzana Cox. She will be deeply missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
In addition to her love for family, Suzette had a big heart for animals,...
NoraBelle Rose Nipple
March 14, 2026
Nora Nipple, beloved mother and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at the age of 94. Born on February 25, 1932, in Wisconsin, Nora was the daughter of the late Dean and Laura Hawkins.Nora was a devoted homemaker whose passion for nurturing those around her extended beyond her own family. She found joy in traveling and exploring...
Bro. Bobby Moore
March 12, 2026
Bobby Moore went home to be with the Lord on March 12, 2026. He was born June 8, 1934, to Ruth and Sam Moore in Shelbyville, TN. There, he met and married his high school sweetheart, Joyce Davis, and cherished her during their 72 years of marriage.Bobby answered the call to preach as a high school senior. He pastored his...
Jerry Lamar Bonds
March 11, 2026
Mr. Jerry Lamar Bonds, age 84 of Hiram, Georgia, passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2026. He was born September 3, 1941 in Hiram, Georgia, son of the late Rev. Willard Curtis Bonds and the late Mary Katherine Hurst Bonds.Jerry was a proud veteran of the United States Army and a member of Macedonia Baptist Church of Dallas, Georgia. He was...
James Bernard Keese
March 7, 2026
James Bernard Keese, age 83, of Shelbyville, TN, passed from this life on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at his home.
Born March 10, 1942, in Cullman, AL, James was the son of the late James Ottis Keese and Nollie Christine Williams. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, David Keese; sisters, Nollie Grace Keese and...
Dewayne David Bowles
March 6, 2026
Mr. Dewayne David Bowles, born June 5, 1963, went home to the Lord on Friday, March 6, 2026, at the age of 62. He was originally from Odessa, MO, but had been a longtime resident of Hiram, Georgia, since 1997. He was raised by two loving parents, the late Howard Wayne Bowles and the late Evelyn Joslin Bowles.He was the...
Constance Inez Howard
March 5, 2026
Mrs. Constance "Connie" Cantrell-Howard, age 72 of Cave Spring, Georgia, passed away Thursday, March 5, 2026 at Cave Spring Manor. She was born April 2, 1953 in Atlanta, Georgia, daughter of the late David Rapes and the late Virginia Geraldine Gazaway Rapes.She was a dedicated manager for AT&T for 22 years and was of the Baptist faith. Connie enjoyed listening...
Rev. Gary Allen Luderman
March 1, 2026
Rev. Gary Allen Luderman, a resident of Dallas, GA, was born September 15,1941, in Mark Township, Ohio, to Gerhardt A. Luderman and DeNelda G. (Joost) Luderman. He was reunited with his beloved wife, Karen J. Luderman, in the Kingdom of Heaven on Sunday, March 1, 2026.
He is preceded in death by his parents, his beloved wife, his brother...
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