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Sarah Pauline Clausen
Jan 8, 2025
Sarah Pauline Clausen December 9, 1933 – January 8, 2025 Sarah Pauline Clausen, age 91, of Marietta, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on December 9, 1933, in Cherokee County, Georgia, she was the cherished daughter of Jessie Ingram Denney and Hunt Denney. A graveside service to honor her life will...
Carolyn Vianna Stafford
Jan 7, 2025
Carolyn Vianna Stafford, 82 of Woodstock, GA., passed away Tuesday, January 7, 2024, at Northside Hospital Cherokee. Services will be held at a later date. She is survived by her niece, Mary McDonald of Niceville, FL. The caring staff of Darby Funeral Home is honored to serve the Stafford family.
Debra Ann Steedley
Jan 6, 2025
Debra Ann Steedley, age 68, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2025. Born December 30, 1957, in Norman, Oklahoma, Debra was the beloved daughter of Shirley Ann and Robert Parrish. Her life was a testament to love, laughter, and dedication. Debra cherished family gatherings, trips to the movies, and dining out, always bringing her radiant smile and vibrant energy to...
Michael C. Salomone
Jan 3, 2025
Michael C. Salomone, 56 of Alpharetta, GA., passed away Friday, January 3, 2025, at North Fulton Hospital. Private services will be held at a later date. He is survived by: Parents - William and Carole Salomone of Canton, GA. The caring staff of Darby Funeral Home is honored to serve the Salomone family.
Dwane A. Martin
Jan 3, 2025
Dwane Aubrey Martin, 87, most recently of Canton, GA, passed away Friday morning, January 3, 2025 following a difficult year of health and heart challenges. A service to celebrate Dwane's remarkable life will take place at 4:00pm Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at the Darby Funeral Home in Canton, GA with a time of visitation for family and friends prior to...
James Benjamin Rainey Jr
Jan 2, 2025
James Benjamin Rainey Jr Age 81 of Woodstock, Ga died on January 2, 2025 Funeral Services will be held at 12 Noon January 14, 2025 from the Chapel of Darby Funeral Home. Interment will follow in the Georgia National Cemetery with military honors. Survivors are is Wife Sherry Rainey, Woodstock, Ga. Sons and daughter-law, Kevin Rainey, Jefferson, Ga and Jason...
James Moonshower
Jan 2, 2025
James Lee Moonshower (Jim) June 27, 1946 – January 2, 2025 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James Lee Moonshower, lovingly known as Jim, on January 2, 2025, at 6:25 PM at Northside Cherokee Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 78 years old. Born on June 27, 1946, in Newcastle, Indiana, Jim...
Karen Schmitz
Jan 2, 2025
In Loving Memory of Karen Schmitz March 4, 1956 – January 2, 2025 It is with heavy hearts and deep love that we announce the passing of Karen Schmitz age 68 of Bradenton, FL who passed away on January 2, 2025. Karen was born on March 4, 1956, in Passaic, New Jersey, to her beloved parents, Marilyn J. Kievit Schmitz...
James Benjamin Rainey Jr.
Jan 2, 2025
James Benjamin Rainey, Jr., 81, of Woodstock, Georgia, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2025. He was born on December 18, 1943, in Macon, Georgia, to the late James B. Rainey and Irene Rainey. James was a devoted husband to his beloved wife of 59 years, Sherry Rainey. Together, they built a loving family that brought him immense joy throughout...
Reba Walker
Dec 31, 2024
In Loving Memory of Reba Walker December 15, 1935 – December 31, 2024 Reba Walker, age 89, of Canton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2024, at Canton Nursing and Rehab. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, Reba was a cherished member of the Canton community and touched countless lives with her warmth and kindness. Reba was a...
Kathryn Louise Thomas
Dec 30, 2024
In Loving Memory of Kathryn Louise Thomas November 7, 1938 – December 29, 2024 Kathryn Louise Thomas, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born on November 7, 1938, in Hephzibah, GA, to Maddie Belle Roberts Kennedy and Louis Kennedy, Kathryn embraced life with grace, love, and unwavering...
Dominick Martin Doyle
Dec 29, 2024
In Loving Memory of Dominick Martin Doyle March 4, 2001 – December 29, 2024 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Dominick Martin Doyle, age 23, of Canton, Georgia, who left this world on December 29, 2024. Born on March 4, 2001, in Dunedin, Florida, Dominick was a beloved son, brother, grandson, and friend whose life...
Frederick Neal Decker
Dec 29, 2024
Fred Decker age 90 of Woodstock, Ga died Sunday December 29, 2024 at his home surrounded by family. Per Freds wishes no services will be held. A private family burial will take place at Georgia National Cemetery . He is survived by his Loving wife Betsy Decker , daughter Cynthia White, Cary, NC, Sons , Frederick Decker Jr and Eric...
Patricia Louise Swick Turner
Dec 28, 2024
Patricia Louise Turner March 1, 1940 – December 28, 2024 Patricia Louise Turner, 84, of Canton, GA, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2024, surrounded by the warmth of her beloved family. Born on March 1, 1940, to John William Swick and Elsie McElroy Swick, Patricia led an extraordinary life enriched with love, creativity, and adventure. She was a talented...
Michael "Alex" Alexander Vanderford
Dec 27, 2024
Michael "Alex" Alexander Vanderford December 20, 1970 – December 27, 2024 Michael "Alex" Alexander Vanderford, age 54, of Jasper, GA, passed away on Friday December 27, 2024, at his residence. Alex was born on December 20, 1970, to Marsha Ingram Williams and Bobby Joe Vanderford. Alex is preceded in death by his father, Bobby Joe Vanderford. He is survived by...
Margaret "Peggy" Mcclure Moore
Dec 25, 2024
Margaret "Peggy" McClure Moore passed away peacefully on Christmas morning in her home. She is survived by her loving husband Mark Moore, sons Matt (Beth) Rogers, Andy (Heather) Moore, and Christian Moore, and five grandchildren Lake Rogers, Lilly Rogers, Lawson Rogers, Maddie Kate Moore, and Anna Moore. She is also survived by her brothers Chuck (Carol) McClure, Joe (Gail) McClure...
Wade T. Buchanan Jr.
Dec 24, 2024
Wade T. Buchanan, Jr. passed away peacefully at his home with his family surrounding him on December 24, 2024. Wade was the youngest child of Wade T. Buchanan, Sr. and Thula Beatrice. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 60 years, Peggy Campbell Buchanan and his two sons, Steve and Jeff Buchanan. He was also preceded in...
David Matthew Jarvis
Dec 21, 2024
David Matthew Jarvis, 53 of Cartersville, GA., passed away Saturday, December 21, 2024, at his residence. Visitation will be Saturday, January 4th from 1-2pm at Darby Funeral Home. A memorial service will follow the visitation at 2pm in the chapel of Darby Funeral Home with Elder Randall Cagle officiating. He is survived by: Sister - Melissa Krause of Powder Springs,...
Edgar Warren Stephens
Dec 18, 2024
Edgar "Warren" Stephens, 72 of Canton, GA., passed into Heaven on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at Northside Hospital Cherokee. Warren was preceded in death by his parents, Edgar B. Stephens and Sarah B. Stephens, as well as his brother, Timothy "Tim" Stephens, and his sister, Rena Hardy. He is survived by his wife, Lisa Stephens of Canton, GA., his daughter,...
Beatrice Jacqueline Knight
Dec 17, 2024
Beatrice Jacqueline Knight, 90 of Adairsville, GA., passed away Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at The Phoenix at Union Hill. No services are scheduled at this time. She is survived by: Daughter - Gwendolyn (Kevin John) Kossick of Adairsville, GA. Daughter - Melanie Ann (Russell) Kline of Fint, MI. 4 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren also survive. The caring staff of Darby...
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