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Laurel Conrad Sheffield

Laurel Conrad Sheffield

Mar 3, 2021

Laurel Newbold Sheffield passed away on March 2, 2021 in Cumming, Georgia. Laurel was born on September 30, 1943 in Miami to Bob and Lila Newbold. She graduated from Coral Gables High School in 1961 and continued her education at the University of Georgia where she met Ralph Sheffield, her husband of 58 years. After her children graduated high school,...

Robert Painter

Robert Painter

Mar 1, 2021

Robert Painter, age 85 of Canton, passed away on Monday, March 1, 2021 at Northside Hospital Cherokee. The family will receive friends at Darby Funeral Home on Tuesday, March 2nd from 4-8pm and on Wednesday, March 3rd from 12-2pm. The funeral will be on Wednesday, March 3rd at 2pm in the chapel of Darby Funeral Home with Rev. Eddie Parker...

Thomas George Renfro

Thomas George Renfro

Mar 1, 2021

Thomas George Renfro, age 87 of Waleska, passed away on Monday, March 1, 2021 at the Manor at Bridgemill. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, March 11th at 9am at Georgia National Cemetery. He is survived by: Daughter - Jo Anne (John) Renfro poidevant of Waleska Sister-in-Law - Patricia Renfro of Rockford, IL. Grandchildren - Kalyn Renfro, Erica...

Dennis Don Gilchrist

Dennis Don Gilchrist

Mar 1, 2021

Dennis Don Gilchrist, age 81 of Canton, passed away on Monday, March 1, 2021 at his residence. Services will be held at a later date. He is survived by: Wife - Sue Gilchrist of Waleska Son - Kevin Darrell (Torrey) Gilchrist of Garden Grove, CA. Daughter - Lindsey (Bryce) Mason of Alpharetta Grandchildren - Jack Hughes, Sean Gilchrist, Shelby Mason...

Claude Junior Denney

Claude Junior Denney

Feb 25, 2021

Claude Junior (C.J.) Denney of Canton, Georgia passed away peacefully at his home on February 25, 2021. He was 85 years old. Visitation will be Saturday, February 27, 2021 at Darby Funeral Home in Canton, Georgia from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. His service will be 3 p.m. on Sunday, February 28, 2021 at Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Canton,...

Robert "Bob" Harold Stignani

Robert "Bob" Harold Stignani

Feb 25, 2021

Robert "Bob" Harold Stignani, age 86 of Blue Ridge, GA, passed away on Thursday, February 25, 2021 at Heritage Hospice. Bob was born and raised in Madison, WI and was active in school activities throughout his youth. During his college years at the University of Wisconsin, he participated in ROTC and enjoyed adventures in his summer jobs in the national...

Eva Mae Reece

Eva Mae Reece

Feb 24, 2021

Eva Mae Reece, age 88 of Canton, passed away on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at the Brian Center in Canton. The family will receive friends at Darby Funeral Home on Saturday, February 27th from 10-11am. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, February 27th at 11:30am at Cherokee Memorial Park with Rev. Danny Smith officiating. Interment will follow at...

Flora Gertrude Campbell Chase

Flora Gertrude Campbell Chase

Feb 24, 2021

Flora Gertrude Campbell Chase, age 103 of Ball Ground, passed away on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at Rock Creek Manor in Jasper. Funeral service will be held on Friday, March 5th at 11am Central Time at Chipley Presbyertian Church with interment in Glenwood Cemetery in Chipley, FL. with Rev. John Gregory officiating. She is survived by: Daughter - Patty (John)...

Bobby Joe Wright

Bobby Joe Wright

Feb 23, 2021

Bobby Joe Wright, age 61 of Atlanta, passed away on Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at Emory Midtown. Services are being held in Virginia. The caring staff of Darby Funeral Home is honored to serve the Wright family.

Jay Foster Griffin

Jay Foster Griffin

Feb 23, 2021

Jay Foster Griffin, age 73 of Sandy Springs, passed away on Tuesday February 23, 2021 at his residence/ No services are scheduled at this time. The caring staff of Darby Funeral Home is honored to serve the Griffin family.

Eugene Fields Martin

Eugene Fields Martin

Feb 22, 2021

Eugene Fields Martin, age 81 of Canton, passed away on Monday, February 22, 2021 at Northside Hospital Cherokee. The family will receive friends at Darby Funeral Home on Saturday, February 27th from 2-3pm. A memorial service will follow immediately at 3pm in the chapel of Darby Funeral Home with Deacon John Wojcik officiating. He is survived by: Wife - Dorothy...

Milton Kenneth Vines

Milton Kenneth Vines

Feb 21, 2021

Milton Kenneth Vines, age 65 of Canton, passed away on Sunday, February 21, 2021 at Roswell Nursing and Rehab. The family will receive friends on Friday, February 26th from 6-8pm. The funeral will be on Saturday, February 27th at 11am in the chapel of Darby Funeral Home with interment to follow at Cherokee Memorial Park. (Services are private for family...

Felton Motes

Felton Motes

Feb 20, 2021

Felton Motes, 84 of Nelson, Georgia passed away on Saturday, February 20, 2021, at Pruitt Health in Jasper, Georgia. Born Tuesday, January 19, 1937 in Marietta, Georgia. He was a poultry farmer. Surviving are his wife, Sherry Bales Motes of Nelson, sister, Patricia Anderson of Kennesaw, nephews, nieces, and great nephews and nieces also survive. A Funeral service will be...

Mr. Keith Miller Slagel

Mr. Keith Miller Slagel

Feb 20, 2021

Mr. Keith Miller Slagel, 78 of Canton, passed away on Saturday, February 20, 2021, at Arbor at Bridgemill in Canton, Georgia. Born Saturday, July 25, 1942 in St. Johns, Michigan.He was the husband of Sharon Slagel. He served as a SGT E-5 (T) in the Army from 1964 until 1966. He served in Vietnam. Surviving are daughters, Christina Smith of...

Gladys Gwendolyn Taylor Lord

Gladys Gwendolyn Taylor Lord

Feb 20, 2021

Gladys Gwendolyn Taylor Lord, age 78 of Waleska, passed away on Saturday, February 20, 2021 at Assured Hospice in Cartersville. No services are scheduled at this time. She is survived by: Husband - Richard Lord of Waleska Son - Stephen H. (Suzanne) Lord of Woodstock Son - Ernest Lord Grandchild - Avery Lord The caring staff of Darby Funeral Home...

Mrs. Sophie Klarzuk

Mrs. Sophie Klarzuk

Feb 17, 2021

Sophie Klarzuk age 98 Of Woodstock, Ga Died on February 17, 2021 Funeral Services will be held Whiting NJ . Survivors include Son Hank Klarzuk , Marietta, GA two Grandchildren, 3 Great Grandchildren.

Carol Margaret Hollifield

Carol Margaret Hollifield

Feb 15, 2021

On February15th,2021, heaven gained an angel who was not only a wonderful mother and wife, but she also happened to be one of the most caring and compassionate nurses that anyone could ask for. Carol had a happy and gentle soul and had a love for people that was a gift. As a nurse her patient's loved her and she...

John Francis Hodgson

John Francis Hodgson

Feb 14, 2021

John Francis Hodgson, age 73 of Alpharetta, passed away on Sunday, February 14, 2021 at Tranquility at Kennesaw Mountain. The funeral will be held on Monday, March 1st at 11am in the chapel of Darby Funeral Home. Interment will follow at 1pm at Georgia National Cemetery. He is survived by: Son - John (Erin) Hodgson of Dallas Son - Damon...

Harold Rolf Schmidt

Harold Rolf Schmidt

Feb 14, 2021

Harold (Hal) Rolf Schmidt, 87, of Ball Ground, GA passed away on Sunday February 14th, 2021 in the presence of family. He is recently preceded in death by his beloved wife, Norma June Schmidt, of 48 years. He is survived by his Brother, Eric (Louise) Schmidt of York, SC; His children: Laura DuBard of Mooresville, NC; Karen Hueni of Nokesville,...

Cody Alexander Adams

Cody Alexander Adams

Feb 14, 2021

Cody Alexander Adams, age 21 of Canton, passed away on Sunday, February 14, 2021 at his residence. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 20th at 2pm in the chapel of Darby Funeral Home with Rev. Jim McRae officiating. Cody worked full-time at J & C Landscaping and part-time at Sixes Auto Spa in Canton. He loved all...

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