Colleen Mary Jackson
Jun 25, 2026
Colleen Mary Jackson, age 71, of Canton, Georgia, passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at Northside Hospital Cherokee.
Born on December 7, 1954, in Detroit, Michigan, Colleen was the cherished daughter of the late John and Beverly Lou Maguire. She was a devoted wife, loving mother, proud grandmother, and treasured sister whose kindness and caring...
Lisa Waldrop
Jun 17, 2026
With profound sorrow we announce the passing of Lisa Waldrop, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Lisa entered into the presence of the Lord after a courageous two and one-half-year battle with pancreatic cancer, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born on February 8, 1968, in Augusta GA, Lisa was raised in Laurens SC, where she developed the...
Geraldine O'Dell Lockaby
Jun 25, 2026
Geraldine O’Dell Lockaby entered into the presence of her Lord, Jesus Christ on June 25, 2026, at the age of 88 in Charleston, South Carolina.
She was born on September 19, 1937 to the late Howard & Stella O’Dell in Murphy, North Carolina. She was the eldest daughter with 10 siblings (survived by 7 siblings). For over five decades she lived...
Rae DiFatta Becknel
Jun 24, 2026
Rae DiFatta Becknel passed away on June 24, 2026 at the age of 87.
Born in New Orleans, Louisiana to John and Genevive DiFatta, Rae grew up enjoying spending summers with extended family at their fish camp. Her early life taking road trips with family helped ignite her love of travel.
While still in high school, Rae was out with friends and...
James Danny Yancey, Jr.
Jun 8, 2026
James Danny Yancey, Jr., age 64, of Waleska, Georgia, passed away peacefully at his residence on Monday, June 8, 2026.
Born on June 14, 1961, in Atlanta, Georgia, James was the son of the late James Danny Yancey, Sr. and Mary Ann Atchley. He was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force and served his country with honor and...
Don Berry Akridge
Jun 24, 2026
Don Berry Akridge passed away peacefully at his home in Canton, Georgia, on Wednesday, June 24, 2026.
Born on November 2, 1945, in Pelham, Georgia, Don was the son of the late Hugh Dorsey Akridge and Veda Willis Akridge.
Don proudly served his country as a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. He was a dedicated volunteer at Georgia National Cemetery,...
Mary Nell White
Jun 26, 2026
Mary Nell White (Cloud), 80, of Canton, Georgia, passed away on June 26, 2026, at Wellstar North Fulton Medical Center surrounded by her loving family.
Born on September 9, 1945, in Canton, Georgia, Nell was the daughter of the late Dee Cloud and Enon Cloud. A lifelong resident of Cherokee County, she devoted her life to her family and faith, touching...
Joy Lawson Pope Mabry
Jun 1, 2026
Joy Lawson Pope Mabry, age 94, of Canton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 1, 2026, at Camellia Place in Woodstock, Georgia.
Born on April 28, 1932, in Canton, Georgia, Joy was the daughter of the late John Gordon Lawson and Adena Henderson Lawson. A lifelong learner and dedicated educator, she graduated from Canton High School, now Cherokee High School,...
Judy K. Huot
Jun 25, 2026
Judy K. Huot, age 77, of Canton, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her residence surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, June 25, 2026.
Born on June 12, 1949, in Atlanta, Georgia, Judy was the daughter of the late James and Faye Kirk. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose greatest joy in life was the time...
Rev. Charles Harvey Davis
Jun 21, 2026
Reverend Charles Harvey Davis completed his earthly journey on Father's Day, June 21st, 2026, surrounded by his family in his home.
He was brought into this world by Harvey Franklin Davis and Beulah Dunn on February 18, 1929, at Winnsboro, South Carolina.
Reverend Davis was honorably discharged from the United States Army Air Corps and eventual United States Air Force serving from...
GLENDA ROSE GLEN
Jun 20, 2026
Glenda Rose Glen, born October 13, 1955, in Cairo, Illinois, passed away on Saturday June 20, 2026. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished member of her family and circle of friends.
Glenda was the devoted mother of her only son, Brendan Crowe. She was also a proud grandmother to Abigail, Armando, and Benitta, who brought her great joy during...
Edward R. "Ned" Allen
Jun 20, 2026
With real sadness we note the passing of Edward R. Allen who died peacefully in his home in Canton, Georgia on Saturday June 20th 2026. Ned was the son of Eliza and Kenneth Allen of Oakwood Ohio. Ned, or “Bubbles” as he was called by friends and family, had some strong opinions about his obituary, mostly that he didn’t want...
Sally B. Williams
Jun 19, 2026
Sally Broadrick was born on December 25, 1943, in Dalton, Georgia to Columbus Newton Broadrick and Anne Mae Machan. She was the oldest of three girls, and the second child following her brother. She died in the evening of June 19th at Northside Cherokee Hospital following an extended illness. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Joe P....
Joyce Peyton Gresham
Jun 18, 2026
Mrs. Joyce Peyton Gresham, née Hobbs, age 82, of Canton, Georgia, passed away following a valiant battle against Alzheimer's disease on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at Grace Senior Living in Woodstock, Georgia.
Born on September 4, 1943, in Roanoke, Virginia, Joyce was the daughter of the late F. Eugene “Gene” Hobbs and Elizabeth Massey Hobbs. Joyce was raised in Orlando, Florida,...
Johnny Michael "Mike" Cagle
Jun 13, 2026
Mike Cagle left this earth for his heavenly home on June 13, 2026, after a long illness.
A lifelong resident of Cherokee County, he is preceded in death by his parents Lawarance and Melbaree Cagle. Mike attended Holly Springs Elementary School, Cherokee High School, and graduated from the University of Georgia with a degree in English.
Mike had many talents and interests....
Irene Bernadette Santos Pelicas
Jun 11, 2026
Irene B. Santos Pelicas, age 90, of Canton, Georgia passed away on June 11, 2026 surrounded by her loving daughters. She was born on September 16, 1935 in Danbury, Connecticut to Francelina and Antonio Santos. She was preceded in death by her siblings Mary Petrella, Alice Marques, and Arthur Santos.
Irene leaves us with heartfelt memories of her welcoming nature. The...
Jill Ann Paton
Jun 8, 2026
Jill Ann Paton, 77, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family and friends in Canton, Georgia leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and accomplishment.
Born on July 20, 1948, at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, Michigan, Jill was the daughter of Frank “Bud” Ross and Lynne Ross. She was raised in Michigan and graduated from Hillsdale College before embarking on a successful...
Ruby Pauline Atkins Smith
Jun 8, 2026
Ruby Pauline Atkins Smith, age 98, of Waleska, Georgia passed away June 8, 2026. She was born on January 23, 1928 in Atco, Georgia to Freeman Paul Atkins and Myra Elizabeth Yancy Atkins. She was preceded in death by her siblings Bob Atkins, George Atkins, Bertha Atkins Robinson, and Frank Atkins.
Ruby will be remembered for her kindness and her warm...
David Russell Bowling
Jun 6, 2026
David Russell Bowling, age 75, of Canton, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Northside Hospital Cherokee.
David was born in Greensburg, Indiana, on August 19, 1950, to the late Calvin Russell Bowling and Phyllis Jean Bowling. He proudly served his country in the United States Army and later built a successful career as an electrician. David was a...
Robert Allen "Bobby" McTyre
Jun 5, 2026
Robert Allen “Bobby” McTyre
May 16, 1947 – June 5, 2026
Bobby McTyre, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on June 5, 2026, in Beverly Hills, Florida, at the age of 79. Born on May 16, 1947, in Marietta, Georgia, he was the son of the late Robert S. McTyre and Verdie Mae (Palmer) Sommerville.
Bobby was a proud graduate of...
