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Daniel Austin Little
Apr 30, 2025
Daniel Austin Little, 68 of Waleska, GA., passed away Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at his residence. Services may be scheduled at a later date. He is survived by: Wife - Lora Jo Little of Waleska, GA. Mother - Martha Jo Little of The Clayton Community, GA. Son - Levi Little of Waleska, GA. Son - Noah Little of Atlanta, GA....
Sean Christopher Weidman
Apr 28, 2025
It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved son, brother, nephew, uncle and friend, Sean Christopher Weidman. Sean was born to David and Cheryle Weidman on October 5, 1967, in Hamilton, NY and passed away at the age of 57 on April 28, 2025 in Marietta, GA. Sean's loving spirit is carried...
Barbara Lee Beck
Apr 23, 2025
Barbara Lee Beck, 87 of Canton, passed away Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at Manor Lake in Hickory Flat. At her request, no service is scheduled. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Donna Marie Jordan. She is survived by: Daughter - Carol (Mark) Knaggs of Canton Daughter - Brenda Gail Beck of Canton Son - J. Michael (Scarlet) Beck...
Charles Johnson
Apr 18, 2025
Charles Stanley Johnson, 79, of Canton, Georgia passed away on April 18, 2025, peacefully after a long illness. Charles was born May 3, 1945, in Lagonda, South Franklin Township, Washington County, Pennsylvania, the son of David L. Johnson and Dorothy B. Caldwell Johnson. He was the fifth of seven children. Charles graduated from McGuffey High School in Claysville, Pennsylvania, class...
Jo Ann Beatty Sims
Apr 18, 2025
Jo Ann Beatty Sims, age 86, was born on May 13, 1938, in Arlington Heights, Illinois, to Mary-Jane Bonfils Beatty and Robert M. Beatty. She passed away peacefully at home on April 18, 2025, following a long journey with multiple health challenges. Throughout it all, Jo Ann remained a beacon of kindness, grace, and charm. Her clever wit, remarkable dignity,...
Mildred Louise (Millou) Callahan
Apr 15, 2025
Mildred Louise (Millou) Callahan January 30, 1951 – April 15, 2025 Mildred Louise Callahan, age 74, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2025, at her home in Canton, Georgia, surrounded by her loving family. Born on January 30, 1951, in Birmingham, Alabama, to Margery Ann Hogg Clopton and John A. Clopton, Millou lived a life filled with love, laughter, and...
Robert Anton Baierle
Apr 11, 2025
Robert Anton Baierle, age 84, of Canton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 11, 2025, at Piedmont Atlanta Hospital. Born on September 26, 1940, in Chicago, Illinois, Robert was the beloved son of Stephen Baierle and Theresa Baierle (Fick). He was preceded in death by his devoted wife, Virginia Marie Baierle (Spinello), with whom he shared a lifetime of...
James "Jim" Albert Love
Apr 11, 2025
James "Jim" Albert Love December 5, 1935 – April 11, 2025 James "Jim" Albert Love, age 89, of Canton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2025. Jim was born on December 5, 1935, in Amsterdam, New York, to Laura Wheelock Love and James Adnah Love. A proud patriot, Jim served his country in the United States Air Force and...
Lt. Col. James Malcolm Kraft
Apr 9, 2025
Lt. Col. James "Jim" Kraft, 90, of Powder Springs, Georgia, and most recently Fairfax, Virginia, passed away April 9th peacefully, surrounded by family. Born on February 1, 1935, in Berea, Ohio, Jim graduated from Strongsville High School in 1953, where he was honored as Outstanding Senior Athlete and later inducted into the school's Athletic Hall of Fame. He went on...
Suzan Marie Capaforte
Apr 8, 2025
Suzan Marie Capaforte, 63 of Woodstock, GA., passed away Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at Northside Hospital Cherokee. No service is scheduled at this time. She is survived by: Son - John (Jessica) Testa of Woodstock, GA. Daughter - Anna (Austin) Testa-Chappelear of Gainesville, GA. Brother - Tony Capaforte of Raleigh, NC. Sister - Julie Capaforte of Franklin, NC. Grandchildren -...
Holly Lynn Pipkey
Apr 7, 2025
Holly Lynn Bonds Pipkey, 57, of Ellijay, Georgia, died peacefully at Piedmont Mountainside Hospital in Jasper on April 7, 2025, with her family by her side. Holly was born in Atlanta on October 5, 1967 to Gary Coleman Bonds and Nancy Belt Bonds. She grew up in a loving home two miles west of the historic Marietta Square. She graduated...
Patricia Ann Campbell
Apr 6, 2025
Patricia Ann Campbell, 100 of Waleska, passed away Sunday, April 6, 2025, at The Manor at Bridgemill. No services are scheduled at this time. She is survived by her daughter, Catana Ewing of Waleska. The caring staff of Darby Funeral Home is honored to serve the Campbell family.
Karen Sue Moody
Apr 5, 2025
Karen Sue Moody June 20, 1950 – April 5, 2025 Karen Sue Moody, age 74, of Canton, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, April 5, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Karen was born on June 20, 1950, in Muncie, Indiana, to Hattie and Herbert James Holter. A devoted mother, sister, and grandmother, Karen's greatest joys in...
Andrea Leigh Haney Riley
Apr 5, 2025
Andrea Leigh Riley, age 49, of Canton, GA, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Andrea was born on November 28, 1975, to Janet Leigh Jackson Haney and Donald Haney. She was a devoted member of Riverdale Baptist Church in Canton, GA, where her faith and kind spirit touched many. Andrea earned her bachelor's degree...
Carrie Ann Godfrey
Apr 5, 2025
Carrie Ann Godfrey December 17, 1942 – April 5, 2025 Carrie Ann Godfrey, 82, of Canton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2025. She was born on December 17, 1942, in Canton to the late Ovaline and Pete Cagle. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at Cherokee Memorial Park, with Reverend...
Harold Thomas Slate
Apr 4, 2025
Harold Thomas Slate July 9, 1941 – April 4, 2025 Harold Thomas Slate, a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on April 4, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories. Born to Ruby Irene and Egbert T. Slate in Lithonia, Georgia, Harold's life was one marked by dedication—to his family, his work,...
Garvis Davis
Apr 3, 2025
Garvis Davis of Eastman, Georgia, passed away peacefully at McRae Manor Nursing Home in McRae, Georgia on Thursday, April 3, 2025, at the age of 88. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clara and Paul Davis, Sr.; brother, Paul Davis Jr.; and sisters, Bertie Clark and Shirley Caylor. Garvis was born in Marietta, Georgia on July 7, 1936....
Joy Lou Carnley
Mar 31, 2025
Joy Lou Carnley October 8, 1941 – March 31, 2025 With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Joy Lou Carnley, who departed this life peacefully at her residence on March 31, 2025. Born on October 8, 1941, in St. Cloud, FL, to Willadean and Willard Thomas, Joy lived a life full of love, adventure, and cherished moments...
George Broadus Williams Sr.
Mar 27, 2025
George B. Williams Sr. Age 84, of Canton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on March 27, 2025, at 9:35 AM. Born on September 27, 1940, in Washington, D.C., George was the son of the late John Franklin Williams Sr. and Anne (Walsh) Marie Williams. George graduated from Edmonds High School in Sumter, South Carolina, before continuing his education at the University...
Michael Owen Schellhase
Mar 26, 2025
Michael Owen Schellhase (12/4/46 - 3/26/25), 78, passed away peacefully as he slept at home in Canton, GA after a four-year battle with lung cancer. With the same flare he swept in to propose to Cheryl in 1969 at Gloria's in Evansville, Mike asked the angels above to play their song on the jukebox and joined her side exactly two...
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