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Jan Brown Moses
Sep 5, 2025
Jan Brown Moses March 20, 1951 – September 5, 2025 Jan Brown Moses, age 74, of Woodstock, Georgia, entered into rest on September 5, 2025. Born on March 20, 1951, in Atlanta, Georgia, Jan was the beloved daughter of Florence Stallings Brown and Edward Herndon Brown. She lived a life marked by devotion to her family, joy in simple pleasures,...
Bruce William Digby
Sep 2, 2025
Bruce William Digby, 74, of Canton, GA, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025. Bruce was born on September 5th, 1950, to Bill and Louise Digby of Akron, Ohio. He spent his childhood years in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. He graduated with honors earning a bachelor's degree in business from the University of Akron, where he was a member of...
Daniel Martz Johnson
Aug 30, 2025
Daniel Martz Johnson was born on June 26, 1965, to Janet and Raymond Johnson in Richfield, Minnesota, Dan was the fourth of four children. He spent much of his early childhood in Richfield, and young adult life in Fridley, Minnesota. After graduating from High School, Dan Joined the US Air Force as a Dental Assistant and started working on his...
Martha Jo Boston Carmichael Lingefelt
Aug 27, 2025
Martha Jo Boston Carmichael Lingefelt, of Cherokee County, passed away peacefully in her sleep less than 3 months shy of her 107th birthday. She lived a long and fulfilling life devoted to faith, family, music, and community. Born and raised in Cherokee County, Martha Jo attended Reinhardt Elementary and Reinhardt High School before continuing her education at Reinhardt College. A...
James "Jim" Harris Galpin
Aug 24, 2025
James "Jim" Harris Galpin, age 82, of Canton, Georgia, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, August 24, 2025, surrounded by his beloved family. A devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather and great-grandfather, Jim's life brimmed with love, family, and gentle wisdom. He is survived by his devoted wife, Sharon Galpin, of Canton. He is also fondly remembered by his...
Marcia Gail Jarvis Bobo
Aug 23, 2025
Marcia Gail Jarvis Bobo, age 78, of Canton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at Northside Hospital in Atlanta. Marcia was born on February 12, 1947, in Canton, Georgia, to the late Gertrude Jane Buchanan Jarvis and George Carl Jarvis. She spent her childhood in the Sharp Top/Clayton Community along the Etowah River, where her family farmed....
Barbara Jean Reid
Aug 19, 2025
Barbara Jean Reid (Phillips), age 85 of Canton, Georgia, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at Harris Senior Living in Roswell, Georgia. Mrs. Reid is survived by her loving husband, Kenneth Reid of Canton, Georgia; son, Norman Kenneth Reid (and wife, Krista) of Talking Rock, Georgia; Daughter, Nancy Hazel Green (and husband, Stan) of Duluth,...
Harold Dean "Hal" Gurr
Aug 18, 2025
Harold Dean "Hal" Gurr October 12, 1952 – August 18, 2025 Harold Dean "Hal" Gurr, 72, of Canton, Georgia, passed away on August 18, 2025. Born October 12, 1952, in Albany, Georgia, Hal was the son of James Harold and Connie Peterson Gurr. Hal lived a life full of curiosity, adventure, and love for the outdoors. He found joy in...
Solidea Carol "Tati" Ditty
Aug 17, 2025
Solidea Carol "Tati" Ditty October 27, 1931 – August 17, 2025 Solidea Carol "Tati" Ditty, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on August 17, 2025, leaving behind a lifetime of memories, laughter, and love. Carol was born October 27, 1931, in California to Erminia Francisca Dalcin Foresto and Girolamo Foresto. The youngest of five sisters, she was the...
Tommie Gus Williams
Aug 17, 2025
Tommie Gus Williams, 85 of Canton, Ga., passed away Sunday, August 17, 2025, at his residence. Visitation will be Saturday, August 23rd at Darby Funeral Home from 9-11am. The funeral will follow at 11am in the chapel of Darby Funeral Home with Pastor Gregory Hughes officiating. Interment will be at Cherokee Memorial Park. He is survived by his daughter, Diane...
Judy Guinn Hale
Aug 16, 2025
Judy Guinn Hale, age 75 of Waleska, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at her residence. Judy was born on December 19, 1949, in Atlanta, Georgia to Roy R. Guinn and Helen Kelly Dodd. She attended Brown High School. Judy spent her career working in health care. Judy was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend....
Frances Ann Mattace
Aug 16, 2025
Frances Ann Mattace, age 75 of Canton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her husband and children. Frances was born on October 3, 1949, in Brooklynn, New York to Micheal and Rosaria (Sarah) Furia. She attended West Islip High School and Suffolk Community College. Frances was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister,...
Hellen Ruth Myricks
Aug 15, 2025
In Loving Memory of Hellen Ruth Myricks May 27, 1942 – August 15, 2025 Hellen Ruth Myricks, 83, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on May 27, 1942, in Carthage, Mississippi, Hellen was the daughter of Robert and Velma Myricks. She attended Conway High School in Mississippi and graduated with the...
Anita Carol Douglas
Aug 12, 2025
Anita Carol Douglas, 88 of Dallas, GA., passed away Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at Wellstar Cobb Hospital. Visitation will be Monday, August 18th from 1-2pm at Darby Funeral Home. A memorial service will follow the visitation at 2pm in the chapel of Darby Funeral Home with Chris Collett officiating. She is survived by: Daughter - Lisa (Jorge Dela Torre) Douglas...
Fred Evan Rehrig
Aug 11, 2025
Fred Evan Rehrig February 1, 1955 – August 11, 2025 Fred Evan Rehrig, 70, of Canton, Georgia, passed away on August 11, 2025. Born February 1, 1955, in Palmerton, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Evan and Charlotte Witherich Rehrig. Fred is survived by his beloved sons, Andrew Rehrig of Brooklyn, NY, and Christopher Rehrig of Chattanooga, TN.,...
Sherry Leigh Reed
Aug 10, 2025
Sherry Leigh Reed, 62 of Canton, GA., passed away Sunday, August 10, 2025, at her residence. Service are being held in Mississippi. She is survived by her husband, Michael Brad Reed of Canton. The caring staff of Darby Funeral Home is honored to serve the Reed family.
Glenn Walter Monroe
Aug 10, 2025
Glenn Walter Monroe, 71 of Canton, GA., passed away Sunday, August 10, 2025, at Northside Hospital Cherokee. No service is scheduled at this time. He is survived by: Wife - Claire Monroe of Canton, GA. Daughter - Kristie (Brent) Hutto of Alma, GA. Sister - Jeanice Yant of Huntsville, AL. Grandchildren - Mackenzie Fletcher, Isabel Clowney, Heisman Clowney, Tabitha Clowney,...
Elaine Mcallister
Aug 8, 2025
Elaine McAllister, 78 of Ball Ground, GA., passed away Friday, August 8, 2025, at Cameron Hall. A memorial service will be Saturday, September 13th at 12pm at Faith Presbyterian Church. She is survived by: Husband - William Whitaker of Ball Ground, GA. Son - James Frederick (Wendy Bailey) Whitaker of Parkland, FL. Brother - Phillip (Cynthia) McAllister of Houma, LA....
Sandra Lee White
Aug 7, 2025
Sandra Lee White, lovingly known as "Sandi" (formerly Sandi Reeves and formerly Sandi Coulter), passed away on August 7, 2025, in Canton, Georgia, at the age of 72. Though she spent recent years in Canton, her heart's home—and the home of her church - was Lathemtown. Born August 30, 1952, Sandi was a creative, quick-witted soul whose gifts showed up...
Michael J. Zdrojewski
Aug 7, 2025
Michael J. Zdrojewski, age 82, of Roswell, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at Canton Nursing Center. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, August 12th at 12:00 p.m. in the chapel of Darby Funeral Home. Interment with full military honors will follow at Georgia National Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. Michael proudly served his country as...
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