Thelma Blondine "Bobbie" Cowart
Oct 25, 2026
Thelma Blondine “Bobbie” Cowart, age 93, of Canton, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at Canton Nursing Center.
Bobbie was married to Henry Cowart Jr. for 55 years. Her greatest achievement in life was her children, whom she loved dearly, and the welcoming home she created for them and their friends. Her home was always open, and she took...
Rheta Mae McAllister Martin
Aug 21, 2026
Rheta Mae McAllister Martin, age 90, of Loganville, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 21, 2026, at Abbey Hospice.
Rheta was born on January 11, 1936, in Barre, Vermont, to Owen and Lyle McAllister. She was raised in Barre alongside her beloved sister, Kay Pinkston. Her childhood was filled with family, adventure, and memories that she carried with her throughout...
William Lawrence "Larry" Haley, Jr.
Oct 28, 2026
William Lawrence "Larry" Haley, Jr.
August 18, 1943 - October 28, 2026William Lawrence "Larry" Haley, Jr., of Canton, Georgia, will be remembered for his adventurous spirit, his mischievous streak, and a life lived on his own terms.Born in Canton, Georgia, on August 18, 1943, to William Lawrence Haley, Sr., and Ruby Ray Haley, Larry grew up in the Avery community, going...
Donald Lee Hardman, Sr.
Oct 14, 2026
Donald Lee Hardman, Sr., age 75, of Woodstock, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at his residence.
Donald was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps, having honorably served his country. His service reflected his dedication and commitment to his country, a legacy that will always be remembered and appreciated. He leaves behind cherished memories that will...
Virginia Grace Robertson Towers
Oct 23, 2026
Virginia Grace Robertson Towers, 77 of Canton, Georgia, passed away peacefully last night, Friday, October 23, 2026, surrounded by her family, following an extended illness.
Mrs. Towers was born in Charlotte, North Carolina on May 27, 1949. She met and married Don Towers of Canton, Georgia on December 14, 1968. They shared over 53 wonderful years of marriage. They lived the...
Donald “Don” Keith Brooks
Oct 20, 2026
Donald (“Don”) Keith Brooks, 84, of Canton, Georgia, passed away on October 20, 2026.
Born on December 21, 1941, in Hammond, Indiana, to Lena Mae Keith and Howard Wilson Brooks, Don was raised in Southern California, served his country in the US Navy as a Hospital Corpsman (HM), and graduated from the University of Missouri.
While attending the University of Missouri, Don...
Sally Christine Burns
Oct 27, 2026
Sally Christine Dockery-Burns
It is with profound sadness that the family of Christine Burns of Canton, Georgia announces her passing from this world into the eternal presence of the Lord. Christine died on October 27, 2026. She was 88 years old. Christine was born on April 4, 1938 to the late Oliver Jacob Dockery and Bessie Ashe-Dockery in Murphy, North Carolina...
Margaret Alice Nelson
Oct 19, 2026
Margaret Alice Nelson, age 92, of Ball Ground, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 19, 2026.
Margaret was born on August 25, 1934, in Mississippi, to the late Carroll and Leoma Middleton.
Margaret dedicated many years of her life to education, serving as an English teacher in Mississippi, Alabama, and Georgia. Her love for the English language didn't end when she...
Franklin (Frank) Dewey Owenby
Oct 15, 2026
Franklin Dewey Owenby
December 16, 1936 - October 15, 2026
Franklin Dewey Owenby, age 89, of Canton, Georgia, passed away on October 15, 2026.
Born in Wink, Texas, the largest Oil fields in Texas at that time, to Dewey Sylvanus and Myra Marie Owenby, he grew up on a large farm in the North Georgia and North Carolina area, where he learned to...
Nathaniel Troy Gotschall
Oct 15, 2026
In Loving Memory of Nathaniel Troy Gotschall October 13, 1989 – October 15, 2026Nathaniel Troy Gotschall, age 37, of Canton, Georgia, passed away on October 15, 2026, just two days after his 37th birthday. Though his life was far too short, he lived and experienced more than most at his age. The love he shared with his family and the...
Mary Lou Collins Holbert
Oct 13, 2026
Mary Lou Collins Holbert, age 89, of Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. She was born on February 2, 1937, in Waleska, Georgia.
Mary Lou graduated from Canton High School in 1955 and continued her education at Georgia State College for Women, where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree. She later received a graduate degree from Atlanta University....
Forrest "Frosty" Emerson Schultz
Oct 12, 2026
In Loving Memory of Forrest “Frosty” Emerson Shultz Jr.
December 18, 1963 – October 12, 2026
Forrest “Frosty” Emerson Shultz Jr., a man whose adventurous spirit, generous heart, and love for life touched so many, passed away on October 12, 2026. Born on December 18, 1963, in Burien, Washington, to Lurline Paul and Forrest Emerson Shultz Sr., Frosty was raised in the...
Douglas Stephen Orebaugh
Oct 10, 2026
Douglas Stephen “Doug” Orebaugh, age 79, of Canton, GA passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from Pulmonary Fibrosis associated with Agent Orange.
Doug was a loving, compassionate, devoted husband, father, and grandfather (Papa Coach). He loved spending time with his bride, Jhonna, and his kids Stephen Orebaugh (Cydni) and Lauren Carter (Brian), and looked forward to watching his grandchildren,...
Thomas Dillard "Dill" Austin
Oct 6, 2026
Thomas Dillard "Dill" Austin, age 83 of Canton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at Northside Hospital Cherokee.
Thomas, "Dill," was a loving and devoted husband and father, doting grandfather, and proud great-grandfather. He loved his family and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. As a young man he attended Olivine Baptist Church, where he later...
Rev. Jesse Floyd Tenney
Oct 4, 2026
Rev. Jesse Floyd Tenney, age 91, of Woodstock, Georgia, passed away Sunday, October 4, 2026, at Northside Hospital Forsyth in Cumming, Georgia.
He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, dedicated pastor, and faithful servant of Jesus Christ. Floyd served in the United States National Guard and was a graduate of LaGrange College. He received a Masters of Divinity degree...
Idalberto Felipe Cordero
Oct 3, 2026
Idalberto Felipe Cordero
May 1, 1944 – October 3, 2026
Idalberto F. Cordero, beloved husband, father, brother, and uncle, passed away on Saturday October 3, 2026, in Canton, GA. He was born on May 1, 1944, in Baez, Cuba and immigrated together with his family to the USA in 1960. He went on to become a shining example of what it means...
Tammy Pearl Botts McClarty
Oct 2, 2026
With broken hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Tammy Pearl Botts McClarty, who left this world on October 2, 2026, at the age of 67.
Tammy was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, but those words alone could never capture the woman she was.
She was fierce, stubborn, loyal, and full of fire. She was stubborn as a mule,...
Anton Josef Zellman
Oct 1, 2026
Anton Josef Zellman, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on October 1, 2026, just shy of his 85th birthday. He was born on October 14, 1941.
Anton devoted his life to building an Edutainment business, dedicating his career to serving as a communicator and “Edutainer.” He loved to make people smile and laugh, and he loved an audience. At...
Gerald Bennett Owens
Oct 1, 2026
In Loving Memory of Gerald Bennett Owens
Gerald Bennett Owens, age 93, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2026. Born May 31, 1933, in Plant City, Florida, Gerald was the son of Mary Bennett Rainey and Delmar Owens.
Gerald’s life was a testament to perseverance, determination, and the belief that hard work could open doors to a brighter future. Growing up on...
Michael "Mike" John Miller
Sep 29, 2026
Michael "Mike" John Miller
10.28.1945 - 09.29.2026
Mike passed away with immense dignity, love, and peace in his home in Marietta, Georgia, surrounded by family who loved him dearly, on September 29, 2026 at age 80. While lung cancer was the medical cause of his death, Mike fundamentally died of a broken heart after caring for his soulmate and wife Judi, who...
