Cora Lou Spruill
Nov 19, 2025
Cora Lou Spruill, age 95, of Ball Ground, GA, passed away peacefully at her residence on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. A devoted and faithful member of Birmingham Baptist Church, Cora Lou was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother. She touched many lives with her kindness and steadfast faith. She was preceded in death by her husband, Homer Spruill, and...
John Andrew Debord
Nov 19, 2025
It is with heavy hearts and cherished memories that we announce the passing of our beloved father, John Andrew DeBord, 82, who left this world peacefully on November 19th, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family at his home. Though our hearts are broken, we honor a life lived with kindness, strength, and unwavering devotion to those he loved...
Karen Keith Miller
Nov 18, 2025
In Loving Memory of Karen Keith Miller June 26, 1945 – November 18, 2025 Karen Keith Miller, 80, passed away peacefully on November 18, 2025. She was born on June 26, 1945, in Catonsville, Maryland, to Louise Berry and Gordon Owens, who welcomed her into a life marked by resilience, warmth, and quiet strength. Karen spent her retirement years in...
Shana D. Richardson
Nov 18, 2025
Obituary for Shana D. Richardson Shana D. Richardson, age 58, passed away on November 18, 2025. She was born on June 8, 1967, in Marietta, Georgia, to Mildred Elizabeth Wilcox and Donald L. Law. From the very beginning, Shana carried a bright and creative spirit that never dimmed. Shana's greatest joy in life was her family—especially her six grandbabies, whom...
Janet Jensen
Nov 18, 2025
Janet "Jan" Jensen, age 82, of Ball Ground, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at Northside Hospital Forsyth. Jan was a devoted wife of 61 years to her beloved husband, Jeffrey Jensen. She was a loving mother to Jeff Jensen of Atlanta and Jenny (Andy) Minkewicz of Atlanta, daughter-in-law Julie Jensen of Murrayville, and a doting grandmother...
Raymond "Ray" Michael Rumble
Nov 17, 2025
In Loving Memory of Raymond "Ray" Rumble Raymond "Ray" Rumble, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, entered into the presence of his Savior after a life marked by faith, service, and boundless love. Above all else, Ray was a man who lit up every room he walked into—his compassion, joy, and warmth overflowed onto everyone he met. Ray was...
Nancy Virginia Keeny
Nov 15, 2025
Nancy Virginia Keeny, age 80, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2025. She was born on September 12, 1945, in Waycross, Georgia, to Virginia Campbell and Lloyd Hill. Nancy's life was guided by love — especially the love she had for her family. Nothing brought her more joy than spending time with those she cherished most. A gentle spirit with...
Katherine Fay "Nanny" Emmett
Nov 14, 2025
Katherine Fay "Nanny" Emmett July 11, 1946 – November 14, 2025 Katherine Fay "Nanny" Emmett, 79, passed away on November 14, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on July 11, 1946, in Goodlettsville, Tennessee to Ocie Smith and Quinton Burton, Katherine carried with her the warmth, generosity, and strength that reflected her roots. Christmas was her favorite...
Deborah Jean Frierson Kvam
Nov 11, 2025
Deborah Jean Frierson Kvam, 93 of Canton, Georgia died, Tuesday morning, November 11, 2025 and is with her Savior and Lord, Jesus Christ. Debby was born in Akron, Ohio on July 16, 1932 to the late Rev. Eugene Frierson and Bernice Stuver Frierson. Debby was the oldest of three and is survived by her brothers, Dr. Ed Frierson (Bettye) of...
David George Durham Sr.
Nov 9, 2025
David George Durham, Sr., age 69, of Canton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at Northside Hospital Cherokee. David was married for 41 wonderful years to his beloved wife, Cleo Durham. He worked for Delta Airlines for 15 years and was a devoted member of Sutallee Baptist Church. A lifelong race fan, David also loved spending time...
Frances Ann Dalton
Nov 9, 2025
Frances Ann Dalton, age 79, of Canton, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, November 9, 2025. She was born in Ravenna, Ohio on July 28, 1946, a beloved daughter of the late Vincent and Grace Maimone. Frances devoted much of her life to family and her community, cherishing the memories made in Ohio and Georgia alike. She was preceded in death...
Rev. Franklin Delano Fitzpatrick
Nov 8, 2025
Rev. Franklin Delano Fitzpatrick, age 84, of Canton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 8, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family at Northside Hospital Cherokee. A devoted servant of God, Rev. Fitzpatrick dedicated his life to ministry, faithfully pastoring several churches throughout Atlanta, Georgia. In his later years, he was a beloved member of Hickory Log Missionary...
Jerome Bruce Bates Jr.
Nov 7, 2025
Jerome Bruce Bates, Jr., age 83 of Canton, Georgia, passed away on Friday, November 7, 2025, at his residence. No funeral services are scheduled at this time. Mr. Bates was preceded in death by his daughter, Nicole Bates Smith. He is survived by his loving wife, Maureen Ann Bates of Canton, Georgia; and his son, Jeffrey Bates of Cincinnati, Ohio....
Rev. Dr. Marvin L. Ellis
Nov 7, 2025
Rev. Dr. Marvin L. Ellis, age 79, of Ball Ground, Georgia, passed away on Friday, November 7, 2025, at Brightmoor Hospice in Griffin, Georgia. Born in Canton, Georgia, on March 6, 1946, he was the son of the late Jackie Lee and Elsie Lee Ellis. Dr. Ellis was a devoted husband, father, and servant of the Gospel. He earned a...
Frances "Fran" Gober Hoffman
Nov 6, 2025
Frances "Fran" (Gober) Hoffman, age 75, of Panama City, Florida, formerly of Canton, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at AccentCare Hospice in Cumming, Georgia. Born in Atlanta, Georgia, Fran was the daughter of the late James and Lucille Coleman. She was preceded in death by her son John Gober, and her brothers Edward Coleman and Terry Coleman....
Laurie J. Lombardi
Nov 5, 2025
Obituary for Laurie J. Lombardi (January 26, 1957 - November 5, 2025) Laurie Juhlin Lombardi, 68, of Canton, Georgia, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. Laurie's passing followed complications from Progressive Supra-nuclear Palsy (PSP). Laurie was born on January 26, 1957, in Syracuse, New York, to Peggy and Joseph Arthur Juhlin....
Ann Lillian Brooks
Nov 5, 2025
Ann Brooks, 78, of Canton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on May 1, 1947, in Chicago, Illinois, to Lillian Ronning and John Victor Mattson, Ann grew into a woman whose heart was full of kindness, laughter, and unwavering faith. Ann was married to the love of her life, Donald Brooks, for...
Richard "Rick" Earle Quarles
Nov 2, 2025
In Loving Memory of Richard "Rick" Earle Quarles September 6, 1950 – November 2, 2025 The world lost a bright light and a beautiful soul on November 2, 2025, when Richard "Rick" Earle Quarles passed away peacefully. Born on September 6, 1950, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, to Dorothy Faye Townsend and Jack Russell Quarles, Rick lived a life full of music,...
Shari Litton Wootton
Nov 1, 2025
Shari Litton Wootton, 61, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2025 after a courageous battle with colon cancer. In her final moments, her loving husband, Mike, was holding her hand as she entered the Kingdom of Heaven. Born on March 1, 1964, in Columbia, South Carolina, Shari was the daughter of Roger and Carol Litton. With her father being a...
Frederick W. Mortus
Nov 1, 2025
Frederick W. Mortus, age 77 of Marietta, GA., passed away peacefully Saturday, November 1, 2025, at Wellstar Hospital Cobb. Fred was born in Clinton, OH., on September 12, 1948 to Norman Edward and Betty Jane Chaffin Mortus. He graduated from Aberdeen High School in Maryland. Fred served four years in the United States Navy, serving one tour in Vietnam. After...
