Obituaries

Jul 7, 2021

Joan Himel Delafuente, 77, passed away on July 7, 2021, in Marietta, Georgia, from an extended illness. She was born in New Orleans on May 11, 1944, to Mabel Tallieu Himel and Warren Ambrose Himel, Sr. Joan was the youngest of four children including Warren Ambrose Jr.; Ronald Joseph; and Ann Marie Dumesnil.

Joan graduated from Our...

Jul 7, 2021

Stan Zieg, of Tucker, passed away surrounded by family on July 7, 2021. Although his illness took him away too quickly, he was able to spend time with his family and friends during his last weeks.

Stan was born in 1950 to Ben and Martha Zieg in Evansville, Indiana. After graduating from Georgia  Tech, he worked as...

Jul 4, 2021

In Loving Memory: March 5, 1970 - July 4, 2021

Larry Wayne Dalrymple has lost his battle with cancer at the young age of 51. Born and raised in Rome, Georgia, he was preceded in death by his mother, Bobbie Jo Dalrymple; Father James Irvin Dalrymple Jr., Stepdad James Junior Callahan, his sisters, Martha Ann Callahan, and...

Jul 3, 2021

Henry Sal Valdez was born January 3rd, 1975,

Henry Valdez, 46, passed away July 3rd, 2021. He was a lifelong resident of California but loved to travel around the world. His loving heart will be missed by his mom, Virginia Pierce, dad Larry Pierce, sisters Wendy Flynn and Erma Tapscott, nephews Aidan and Connor Tapscott, Chase Flynn,...

Jul 2, 2021

January 20, 1965 - July 2, 2021

Charles Andrew Hansel (Andy) a production coordinator and life-long resident of Atlanta, Georgia, died unexpectedly on July 2, 2021, at the age of 56. Andy is survived by his mother, Carole Parsons; his older sister, Deeann Hansel; his younger sister Dona Kelly and his niece and nephew Gracyn and Rylan...

Jun 30, 2021

Miriam Joyce Smallwood 80, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday June 30, 2021.  Born on May 16, 1941 to Mamie Lois Skipper Raley and Raymond Floyd she grew up in the Grant Park area of Atlanta and attended Smith-Hoke High School where she met the love of her life, Frank.  They married on August 29th 1957 and...

Jun 27, 2021

Gary R (Ronald) Coley, 83, passed away at his home in Ball Ground, Ga surrounded by his loved ones on June 27, 2021, after a prolonged illness. He fought the good fight, finished his race, and kept the faith.

Gary was born at home in Ellenton, Georgia on August 24, 1937. He was the oldest of 7...

Jun 24, 2021

Robert Michael Hayter (Mike) died at age 65 in Lagrange, Georgia on Thursday, June 24, 2021. He had battled pancreatic cancer for almost 2 years and passed away peacefully at West Georgia Hospice in Lagrange.

Mike was preceded in death by his parents Albert Jack Hayter and Mary Cross Hayter. He is survived by his wife of...

Jun 20, 2021

Nettie Eberhart, born in Anderson, SC on April 9, 1930, went home to heaven on June 20, 2021 from The Fountains Assisted Living in Cartersville, GA. Nettie was predeceased by her parents, King Oran Randall, Sr and Mattie Tyler Randall; her husband of 59 years, Thomas Noel Eberhart; her daughter, Mollie Eberhart McFarland and all of her  7 brothers...

Jun 19, 2021

James “Jimmy” David Wilson, 49, passed peacefully on Saturday evening, June 19th, 2021 in Cartersville, GA when alcoholism finally bested his kind and gentle spirit. Jimmy was born and raised in Miami, FL though he lived in many places throughout the country before settling in Georgia in 2013 where he was an electrician.

Jimmy was not an...

Jun 19, 2021

Joel Jasper Hovers

August 3, 1942-June 19, 2021

Georgia Funeral Care Cremation

4671 S Main St. Acworth, GA 30301

Pastor Ronnie Richardson and Pastor John Goltz, officiating

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Joel Jasper Hovers, 78, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2021, at his residence. Joel, also known...

Jun 18, 2021

Thelma Blackmon passed away Friday, June 18th, 2021, at her residence surrounded by her loved ones. She was at the young age of 77. Thelma was born 11/30/1943 in Cartersville, GA, to the late Paul and Lois Stephens. She is preceded in death by her loving husband David Blackmon of 48 years as well as two siblings John Lee...

Jun 17, 2021

Kenneth “Kenny” George Vascovich Jr., a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, and a United States Army disabled veteran, passed away and went home to be with the lord on June 17, 2021. He was a resident of Calhoun, Georgia. Kenneth was born on August 10, 1959, in Alexandria, Virginia, to a member of the United States Army, Kenneth George...

Jun 13, 2021

William David Hoffer, 37, of Gainesville, GA died Sunday, June 13, 2021.  He had just returned from an incredible 2-week family vacation to the Grand Canyon, Bryce, and Zion National Parks with his wife, 3 children, parents, and brother’s family.

He was a graduate of Oglethorpe University and Liberty University Law School.  He was a Public Defender...

Jun 12, 2021

Alexander Phillip Guercia

June 23, 2003 – June 12, 2021

Alexander Phillip Guercia went to walk in eternal life with the Lord Saturday, June 12, 2021.  Alex was a very compassionate young man who truly loved those around him.  It would not be uncommon to see Alex walk over to a Veteran in a restaurant...

Jun 1, 2021

Wayne Anthony Minnick was born October 23, 1960, to his (mother) Loid Jean Minnick and (father) Richard Lowe in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Wayne gained his wings on June 1, 2021, in Smyrna, Georgia. He was wrapped in the U.S. Flag, "old glory", with dignity and honor.

Wayne graduated high school in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He joined the...

May 23, 2021

Arthur Kuykendall of Acworth Ga passed away on May 23, 2021. He was born April 19, 1969. He was a natural born survivor and loved anything out doors especially fishing. He was one of a kind and though he was stubborn he had a heart of gold. Arthur kuykendall was proceeded in death by his two daughters Dazy and...

May 21, 2021

Ruth H Rowe, "Pastor Ruth", peacefully succumbed to her condition and passed away at her home on Friday May 21st.

She is survived by her spouse Donnie "Blackfox" Kindred, Stepdaughter, Lacey Manning, her mother Dorathy Hannaford, and brothers Tom and John Hannaford and her nieces and nephews. Her ministry was far reaching and touched many.

May 21, 2021

Lamar Adrian Hurst of Acworth passed away Friday, May 21, 2021. He was born February 12, 1976 in Jacksonville, Florida, the son of Jack and Juanita Hurst.

Lamar was a talented chef, loving father, devoted son and loyal brother. He had a lifelong passion for music, cooking and soccer. His love of these activities influenced his family...

May 19, 2021

Jean Marie Anderson passed away peacefully on May 19, 2021. A visitation will be held on May 22 from 12-1. A Celebration of Life will follow from 1-2.

Jean was born January 16, 1947. She is survived by her Daughters Candy (Randy) Allen and Kelly (Ralph) Smith and Son Chris (Nicole) Anderson. She was loved by 9...