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Teri Holliday Marinko

Teri Holliday Marinko

Mar 30, 2026

Teri Marinko, a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away on March 30, 2026.

Born in Lubbock, Texas, on January 29, 1952, to Jack and Kathryn Holliday, Teri was the eldest of three children and a loving sister to Toni Plaster and Gala Wonder. 

Teri lived a life centered on family, love, and connection. She is survived by her three children:...

Max Hayden Hughes

Max Hayden Hughes

Mar 28, 2026

Max Hayden Hughes of Canton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2026, at the age of 88.

Born in Ducktown, Tennessee, he was the tenth of twelve children of Thomas Aden Hughes and Nola Iowa Hughes. Max graduated from Ducktown High School in 1955 and proudly served in the United States Air Force from 1955 to 1959.

Following his military service,...

Mrs. Michael C. Chisolm

Mrs. Michael C. Chisolm

Mar 26, 2026

Michael C. Chislom, age 75, of Waleska, passed away on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at Northside Hospital Cherokee. Michael was born on November 2, 1950, to Lawrence and Alnita Collier. She was raised in Lake Wales, Florida, and graduated from Lake Wales High School in 1968. She went on to attend Berry College and Florida State University, later earning her...

George Brian Adams Sr.

George Brian Adams Sr.

Mar 26, 2026

George Brian Adams, Sr., age 85, of Waleska, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at Northside Hospital Cherokee. Mr. Adams was born on March 11, 1941, in Burnet, Texas, to the late George Washington Adams and Mary Azalea Adams. A proud veteran, he served his country honorably in the United States Air Force. During his service, George...

Norma Cox Garrison

Norma Cox Garrison

Mar 25, 2026

Norma Cox Garrison, age 90 of Canton, passed away at home, surrounded by family, on Thursday, March 26, 2026. Born on December 17, 1935, to Ted and Ella Mae Cox, Norma lived life to the fullest, always laughing, loving, and providing a comforting presence to all who knew her. December 17th was a special day in more ways than one....

Gordon Dion Sledge

Gordon Dion Sledge

Mar 21, 2026

Obituary of Gordon Dion Sledge Gordon Dion Sledge, age 61, of Canton, Georgia, passed away peacefully at his residence on Saturday, March 21, 2026. Born on December 7, 1964, in Arab, Alabama, Dion was the son of Barbara Ann Richards and Gordon Sledge. He carried with him throughout his life a quiet strength, a kind heart, and a deep love...

Kurt H. Sutton

Kurt H. Sutton

Mar 21, 2026

Kurt H. Sutton was born in Gardenstadt, Germany on September 5, 1944. He was a beloved husband, treasured father, grandfather, great-grandfather, friend, educator, coach, soldier, musician, entrepreneur and most recently and what he was widely known for his portrayal of Mark Twain. Kurt passed in his sleep on March 21, 2026, at his home in Buford, Georgia. Services will be...

Joseph "Joey" Pellegrino

Joseph "Joey" Pellegrino

Mar 19, 2026

Joseph "Joey" Pellegrino Jr., born in 1995, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2026, far too soon, leaving behind a legacy of passion, resilience, and love. Joey was a gifted skateboarder whose talent, creativity, and fearless spirit were evident to anyone who watched him ride. Though he faced his share of struggles, those who knew him best also knew his...

Joseph Mastroserio

Joseph Mastroserio

Mar 18, 2026

Joseph Mastroserio, age 90, of Canton, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at Tranquility at Kennesaw Mountain.

Joseph was a proud graduate of The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina, where he earned a degree in Political Science in 1958 on a full four-year scholarship. During his time at The Citadel, he was selected for the prestigious Summerall...

Lenda Rae Davis

Lenda Rae Davis

Mar 17, 2026

Lenda Rae Davis, age 85, of Woodstock, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at Tranquility at Kennesaw Mountain. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, George Harrison Davis. Mrs. Davis is survived by her loving children: her daughter, Rita Davis (Curt) Mitchell of Canton, Georgia; and her son, George Russell (Dana) Davis of Canton, Georgia....

Michael David Farrar

Michael David Farrar

Mar 14, 2026

Michael David Farrar, better known as Mike, and lovingly known as "Papa," was born in Chicago, Illinois, and moved to Florida at the age of six. He spent many years in Florida working in and operating restaurants, as well as running a landscaping company, until 1998, when he moved to Woodstock, Georgia. The company that brought him to Georgia was...

Timothy Ray Walker

Timothy Ray Walker

Mar 13, 2026

Timothy Ray Walker, 61, of Woodstock, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 13, 2026, at Northside Hospital Cherokee. Timothy was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps and carried the values of honor, courage, and commitment throughout his life. He will be remembered for his strength, loyalty, and the love he had for his family. He is...

Alice Laverne Carter

Alice Laverne Carter

Mar 9, 2026

Alice Laverne Carter, age 92, of Ball Ground, Georgia, passed away on Monday, March 9, 2026, at Milton Senior Living in Alpharetta, Georgia. Ms. Laverne was born on July 13, 1933, in Canton, Georgia, to the late Dillard "Doc" White and Wynelle White. A lifelong resident of Cherokee County, she dedicated 30 years of service as a lunchroom cook at...

Gwendolyn Gaddis Land

Gwendolyn Gaddis Land

Mar 8, 2026

Gwendolyn Gaddis Land, born August 26,1932, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on March 8, 2026. She was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend whose life reflected deep faith and a heart full of love for her family and others. A strong Christian woman with a great love for Jesus, Gwen lived a wholesome...

Karen Elizabeth Robertson

Karen Elizabeth Robertson

Mar 6, 2026

Karen Elizabeth Robertson, age 84, of Canton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 6, 2026, surrounded by family at Tranquility at Kennesaw Mountain in Marietta, Georgia. Karen was born on June 30, 1941, in Harvey, Illinois, to the late Harold and Lelia Dawson. Her father, a train engineer for Illinois Central Railroad, moved the family to Vicksburg, Mississippi in...

Frank Robert Utsch

Frank Robert Utsch

Mar 5, 2026

Frank Robert Utsch, 80, of Canton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at Wellstar Kennesaw Mountain in Marietta, Georgia. Frank was born on December 27, 1945, in Mt. Kisco, New York, to the late Franz and Irene Utsch. He proudly served his country as a veteran of the United States Navy. Following his military service, Frank built...

Lebaron "Barry" Carnes

Lebaron "Barry" Carnes

Mar 5, 2026

Lebaron "Barry" Carnes, 74, of Canton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2026. Born on November 21,1951, in Canton, Georgia, Barry spent his life in the community he loved. Barry was a proud Army veteran and later retired from the Cobb County Water Department after many years of dedicated service. He is survived by his loving wife, Rene Carnes;...

Kenneth Reid

Kenneth Reid

Mar 4, 2026

Kenneth Reid, age 87 of Canton, Georgia went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at Harris Senior Living in Roswell, Georgia. Mr. Reid was preceded in death by his loving wife, Barbara Jean Reid. They shared a wonderful and devoted life together and were married for more than sixty-five years. Mr. Reid is survived by his...

Charlotte Ann Ott

Charlotte Ann Ott

Mar 4, 2026

Charlotte Ann Ott, age 74, of Waleska, Georgia, passed away Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at her residence. She was preceded in death by her brother, Robert Mosley. She is survived by her loving husband, Jack Ott; sisters, Geraldine (George) Blevins and Linda Darnell (Charles) Daniels; nephew, Josh (Bridgett) Blevins; and great-nephews, Eli and Jacob Blevins. Funeral services will be held...

Beverly Reinhardt David

Beverly Reinhardt David

Mar 2, 2026

Beverly Reinhardt David, age 88 of Canton, GA., passed away Tuesday, March 2, 2026, at Cedarhurst of Canton. Visitation will be Wednesday, March 4th from 11am until 2pm at Darby Funeral Home. The funeral will start at 2pm in the chapel of Darby Funeral Home with Rev. Trammel Rhodes officiating. Interment will follow at Cherokee Memorial Park. She is survived...

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