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Wade T. Buchanan Jr.

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

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

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

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...

Percy Warner Ligon Jr.

Percy Warner Ligon Jr.

Dec 17, 2024

Percy Warner Ligon, Jr., 79, of Canton, GA, passed away peacefully on December 17, 2024, surrounded by his loving wife of 50 years, Judy, his son, David, and daughter, Tammy. He is survived by his devoted wife, Judy Nunnally Ligon; his children, Tim (Kim) Ligon, Jeff (Debbie) Ligon, David (Anjinita) Ligon, and Tammy Ligon; ten grandchildren, Conner (Sarah) Ligon, Becca...

Bonnie Cole Moore

Bonnie Cole Moore

Dec 16, 2024

Bonnie Cole Moore, 81, of Canton, GA, passed away on Monday, December 16, 2024. Bonnie was a devoted homemaker, whose love and care for her family were felt deeply by all who knew her. Her life will be celebrated with a memorial service on Saturday, January 18th at 1:00 PM at Big Canoe Chapel, with Chaplain David Apple officiating. Bonnie...

Paul David Carter Iii

Paul David Carter Iii

Dec 15, 2024

Paul David "Dave" Carter III, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully at his residence in Ball Ground, Georgia, on Sunday, December 15, 2024. He was 75 years old. Born on April 2, 1949, in Savannah, Georgia, to Paul David Carter Jr. and Vera Carter (Durden). He proudly served his country with honor in the United States Marine...

Charles Kenneth Brown

Charles Kenneth Brown

Dec 9, 2024

Charles Kenneth Brown January 7, 1951 – December 9, 2024 Charles Kenneth Brown, age 73, of Canton, GA, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 9, 2024, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. Born on January 7, 1951, in Duluth, GA, Charles was the son of Hoyt M. Brown and Viola Carnes Brown. Known for his relentless work ethic....

Judy Diane Jabaley

Judy Diane Jabaley

Dec 8, 2024

Judy Diane Jabaley, 85 of Nelson, GA., passed away Sunday, December 8th, 2024, at Chapter Living. Visitation will be Tuesday, December 10th from 4-8pm at Darby Funeral Home. The service will be Wednesday, December 11th at 10am in the chapel of Darby Funeral Home with Monsignor John Walsh and Minister Tom Reithert officiating. Interment will follow at Cherokee Memorial Park....

Stephen Wade Cantrell

Stephen Wade Cantrell

Dec 8, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Stephen Wade Cantrell on December 8th, 2024, at the age of 77. Stephen was born on December 24th, 1946, in Canton, Georgia. Being a Christmas Eve baby, he loved all things Christmas and spending time with his family and friends. Stephen graduated from Cherokee High School and Southern Technical...

Rosalena Hernandez

Rosalena Hernandez

Dec 7, 2024

Rosalena Hernandez, 61, of Canton, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at Northside Hospital Cherokee, surrounded by her loving family and coworkers. Born on October 7, 1963, in Brooklyn, New York to Hector and Illia LaBoy Plaza, Rosalena was a vibrant soul who brightened the lives of everyone around her. Rosalena worked as the Lead Financial Advisor at...

Gillis Paul Cure - A True Lighthouse For Christ!

Gillis Paul Cure - A True Lighthouse For Christ!

Dec 6, 2024

Gillis Paul Cure, 87, of Canton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2024, at Northside Hospital Cherokee. Born on March 20, 1937, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to Gillis Ernest and Nellie Cure, Gillis lived a life rich with love, music, and service. Gillis proudly served in the United States Air Force for six years, where his dedication and discipline...

Marcia Ann Spurlock

Marcia Ann Spurlock

Dec 6, 2024

Marcia Ann Spurlock, 86, of Roswell, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 6, 2024, at The Cameron Hall of Canton. She was born on September 18, 1938, in Sheffield, England, to Stewart and Margaret Wessel. Marcia was a dedicated mortgage lender for many years, known for her professionalism and commitment to helping others achieve their homeownership dreams. She was...

Richard William Jacobs Jr.

Richard William Jacobs Jr.

Dec 5, 2024

Richard William Jacobs, Jr. December 10, 1939 – December 5, 2024 Richard William Jacobs, Jr., 84, of Cumming, Georgia, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2024. Born on December 10, 1939, in Toledo, Ohio, Richard was the beloved son of Molly Forrester Jacobs and Richard William Jacobs, Sr. He is survived by his children: Amy Grant (Matt) of Canton, Georgia;...

Dorothy Louise Cummings

Dorothy Louise Cummings

Dec 5, 2024

Dorothy Louise Cummings, 77 of Canton, GA., passed away Thursday, December 5, 2024, at Piedmont Mountainside Hospital. Visitation will be Saturday, December 7th from 10am - 3pm at Darby Funeral Home. The funeral will follow at 3pm in the chapel of Darby Funeral Home with Rev. Ben Mock officiating. Interment will be at New Home Baptist Church Cemetery. She is...

Roger Drew Dimsdale

Roger Drew Dimsdale

Dec 4, 2024

Roger Dimsdale, 83, of Waleska, Georgia passed away peacefully on December 4, 2024. Born in Atlanta to Myrtle and Parks Dimsdale, Roger grew up in the historic East Atlanta neighborhood of Cabbagetown. He graduated from Murphy High School, where he played football and participated in the marching band. As a child and teenager, he worked at his father's hardware store...

Lynn Priest Kellogg

Lynn Priest Kellogg

Dec 3, 2024

Lynn Priest Kellogg died peacefully on December 3, 2024 at age 80 surrounded by loved ones after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's. Born on June 16, 1944, to Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Priest, Sr., Lynn grew up in Canton, Georgia, and graduated from Cherokee High School, where she was a cheerleader and a member of the girls sextet. She was...

Sean Anthony Guidotti

Sean Anthony Guidotti

Dec 1, 2024

Sean Anthony Guidotti, age 6 of Ball Ground, passed away Sunday, December 1, 2024, at Northside Cherokee Hospital. No service is schedule at this time. He is survived by: Father - Anthony Guidotti Mother - Venessa Guidotti Brother - Elijah Guidotti Brother - Malcolm James Guidotti Grandparents - Kent (Jeannine) Carson Grandparent - Ann Sean Weckerly Countless other family and...

Reverend Michael "Mike" William Mullinax

Reverend Michael "Mike" William Mullinax

Nov 30, 2024

In Loving Memory of Reverend Michael "Mike" William Mullinax July 8, 1960 – November 30, 2024 With hearts full of gratitude for a life lived in faithful service to the Lord, we announce the passing of Reverend Michael "Mike" William Mullinax, age 64, of Ball Ground, GA, who went home to be with the Lord on November 30, 2024. A...

Kathleen Esther Doto

Kathleen Esther Doto

Nov 29, 2024

Kathleen Esther Doto, 75, of Canton, GA, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2024. Born in 1949 in Woburn, MA, to Esther and William Carroll, Kathy was a talented artist with a lifelong passion for painting, knitting, and creating. From a young age, she showcased her creativity by designing and making her own clothing. A graduate of Woburn High School,...

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