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Melanie Wilbanks Kuykendall

Melanie Wilbanks Kuykendall

May 23, 2025

Melanie Wilbanks Kuykendall Date of Birth: July 17, 1956 Date of Death: May 23, 2025 Age at the time of death: 69 years old Melanie was born in Shreveport, Louisiana where her father, Captain Gaines Wilbanks, was assigned. After a tour in Japan, the family was reassigned to Louisiana. During this assignment, her father was tragically killed during an Air...

Harold Walter Vess

Harold Walter Vess

May 22, 2025

Harold Walter Vess, 91 of Woodstock, passed away Thursday, May 22, 2025, at his residence. No service is scheduled at this time. The caring staff of Darby Funeral Home is honored to serve the Vess family.

Jay Stafford Tillinghast

Jay Stafford Tillinghast

May 21, 2025

Jay Stafford Tillinghast August 19, 1944 - May 21, 2025 Jay Stafford Tillinghast, age 80, of Canton, Georgia, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 doing what he loved — his daily outdoor walk. Jay was born on August 19, 1944, in Atlanta, Georgia. He was the son of the late Harry S. Tillinghast and Virginia A. (Odenweller) Tillinghast....

David Anthony Burke

David Anthony Burke

May 21, 2025

David Anthony Burke November 28, 1937 – May 21, 2025 Woodstock, Georgia David Anthony Burke, age 87, of Woodstock, Georgia, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2025. Born on November 28, 1937, in Worcester, Massachusetts, he was the son of the late Margaret Wyman Burke and Justin Burke. A proud veteran, David served his country in the United States Air...

Darlene Pittman

Darlene Pittman

May 20, 2025

Darlene Pittman, 86 of Woodstock, GA., passed away Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at her residence. No service is scheduled at this time. She is survived by: Daughter - Wendy Womack of Woodstock, GA. Sister - Norma Allen of Vasali, CA. Sister - Vickie Woods of Salt Lake City, UT. Sister - Delores Rector of Washington State Grandchildren - Christopher Womack,...

Cornelius Coughlin

Cornelius Coughlin

May 19, 2025

Cornelius "Neil" Coughlin, 86, of Canton, Georgia, passed away peacefully at his residence in Canton, Georgia on May 19, 2025. Born on December 8, 1938, in Dorchester, Massachusetts, Neil was the son of the late John Joseph Coughlin and Frances A. Coughlin (Harlow). He served his country honorably as an Ensign in the U.S. Navy Reserves for eight years. Following...

Nancy Hardey Weissman

Nancy Hardey Weissman

May 19, 2025

Nancy Hardey Weissman, 69 of Ball Ground, passed away Monday, May 19, 2025, at Northside Hospital Cherokee. No services are scheduled at this time. She is survived by: Son - Jason Weissman Daughter - Megan Lancaster The caring staff of Darby Funeral Home is honored to serve the Weissman family.

Janlyn Kiekush

Janlyn Kiekush

May 19, 2025

Janlyn Kiekush, 68 of Resaca, GA., passed away on Monday, May 19, 2025, at her residence. Services may be held at a later date. She is survived by: Daughter - Zada Carroll of Resaca, GA. Son - Jason Taylor of Ranger, GA. Son - Ricky Taylor of Cartersville, GA. Son - Michael Taylor of Resaca, GA. 11 grandchildren and 5...

Barry Neal Roberts

Barry Neal Roberts

May 18, 2025

Barry Neal Roberts, 62 of Canton, GA., passed away Sunday, May 18, 2025, at his residence. No service is scheduled at this time. He is survived by: Wife - Sue Ellen Roberts of Canton, GA. Son - Cullen Neal (Morgan) Roberts of Cumming, GA. Son - Coltn Troy Roberts of Canton, GA. Daughter - Carley Sue (Kyle) Brown of Woodstock,...

Ronald Keith Delk

Ronald Keith Delk

May 17, 2025

Ronald Keith Delk, 77 of Carlton, GA., passed away Saturday, May 17, 2025. No service is scheduled at this time. He was preceded in death by his brother, Wes Delk. He is survived by: Daughter - Leann (Jerry Thomas) Delk of Dalton, GA. Daughter - Alissa Delk (Matthew) Palm of Canton, GA. Sister - Gwendolyn Delk Wachsman of Savannah, GA....

Harry Manuel Zagger Jr.

Harry Manuel Zagger Jr.

May 13, 2025

Harry Manuel Zagger, Jr., 70 of Canton, GA., passed away Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at Northside Hospital Cherokee. A graveside service will be held Saturday, May 17th at 11am at Cherokee Memorial Park with Chris Collett officiating. He is survived by: Wife - Cynthia "Cindy" Zagger of Canton, GA. Son - Harry Manuel (Amanda) Zagger, III Daughter - Leanna (Jeff)...

Mavis Louvenia Bledsoe Jennings

Mavis Louvenia Bledsoe Jennings

May 13, 2025

In Loving Memory of Mavis Louvenia Bledsoe Jennings September 7, 1939 – May 13, 2025 Mavis Louvenia Bledsoe Jennings, age 85, of Canton, Georgia, peacefully entered eternal rest on May 13, 2025. Born on September 7, 1939, in LaFayette, Alabama, Mavis was the cherished daughter of Clera Holloway Bledsoe and Dallas Bledsoe. In 1964, she married the love of her...

Terry Lynn Denton

Terry Lynn Denton

May 13, 2025

Terry Lynn Denton, of Woodstock, Georgia, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at the age of 77. Born in Johnson City, Tennessee, in 1947, Terry lived a life marked by service, kindness, and devotion to his family and faith. After graduating from Science Hill High School, he joined the U.S. Air Force, where he served...

Gigi Tamara Heuser Gray

Gigi Tamara Heuser Gray

May 12, 2025

In Loving Memory of Gigi Tamara Heuser Gray April 6, 1939 – May 12, 2025 With tender hearts, we announce the passing of Gigi Tamara Heuser Gray, age 86, who left this world peacefully on May 12, 2025. Born on April 6, 1939, in Berlin, Germany, to Lydia and Kurt Heuser, Gigi lived a life marked by resilience, creativity, and...

Mary Lou Cook

Mary Lou Cook

May 11, 2025

Mary Lou Hansen Cook May 2, 1950 – May 11, 2025 Mary Lou Hansen Cook, age 75, of Canton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on May 11, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on May 2, 1950, in Baltimore, Maryland, Mary was the beloved daughter of Ernest and Rebecca Collier Hansen. Mary was a devoted wife, mother, and...

Gary Durand Humbert

Gary Durand Humbert

May 5, 2025

Gary Durand Humbert, 45 of Canton, GA., passed away Monday, May 5, 2025, at Northside Hospital Cherokee. The family will receive friends at Darby Funeral Home on Friday, May 9th from 11am-3pm. The funeral service will follow at 3pm in the chapel of Darby Funeral Home with Chris Collett officiating. He was preceded in death by his brother, Todd Humbert....

Russell George Langlet

Russell George Langlet

May 4, 2025

Russell George Langlet, 78 of Atlanta, GA., passed away Sunday, May 4, 2025, at his residence. No service is scheduled at this time. He is survived by: Son - Jeffrey (Janice Chung) Langlet of Taylor, MI. Son - David (Melissa) Langlet of Brownstown, MI. 4 grandchildren also survive. The caring staff of Darby Funeral Home is honored to serve the...

Jeffery Eugenia Darby

Jeffery Eugenia Darby

May 1, 2025

Jeffery Eugenia Darby, 64 of Waleska, GA., passed away Thursday, May 1, 2025, at her residence. Visitation will be Saturday, May 24th from 1-2pm at Darby Funeral Home. A memorial service will follow at 2pm in the chapel of Darby Funeral Home with Rev. Jimmy Gayton officiating. She is survived by: Husband - David Darby of Waleska, GA. Son -...

Helen Emma Wilkinson

Helen Emma Wilkinson

Apr 30, 2025

Helen Emma Wilkinson, 89 of Waleska, GA., passed away Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at her residence. No service is scheduled at this time. She is survived by: Daughter - Deborah "Debbie" Ann (Randy) Baratka of Waleska, GA. Son - John David Wilkinson of Waleska, GA. Grandchild - Jake Andrew Baratka The caring staff of Darby Funeral Home is honored to...

Joan Marie Strobel

Joan Marie Strobel

Apr 30, 2025

Joan Marie Strobel June 14, 1960 – April 30, 2025 Joan Marie Strobel, age 64, of Livery, Georgia, passed away on April 30, 2025. Born on June 14, 1960, in Teaneck, New Jersey, Joan was the beloved daughter of the late Ruth Marion Stanford Strobel and Warren Strobel. Joan was a woman of quiet strength and deep compassion. She had...

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