Local Obituaries for Families in Acworth, GA, Cobb County and Surrounding Areas.
James "Jimmy" David Wilson
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...
Thelma Blackmon
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...
Kenneth “Kenny” George Vascovich Jr
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...
William David Hoffer
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...
Alexander Phillip Guercia
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...
Wayne Anthony Minnick
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...
Arthur Kuykendall
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...
Ruth H Rowe
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.
Lamar Adrian Hurst
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...
Jean Marie Anderson
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...
Frederick Allan Schwarb
May 15, 2021
Frederick Allan Schwarb, 84, lovingly known as Al, Dad and Papa, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2021, after a two-year battle fighting ALS. He attended the University of Michigan for a year to pursue his love of music and then transferred to the University of Miami where he obtained his law degree. After law school, Al joined the...
Angela Denice Mccormick Ingram
May 15, 2021
Angela Denice McCormick Ingram passed away at home on May 15, 2021, in the loving arms of her husband after a valiant battle with breast cancer. Angela was born in Panama City, FL, and spent most of her life between Panama City, FL, and Cumberland, MD. She was most recently a resident of Acworth, Ga while receiving care at...
Patricia G. Freeman
May 12, 2021
Patricia G. Freeman, lovingly known as Pat, Mom, Grammy, Mona and in her baby years, Patsy (a name she didn’t like at all) passed away on May 12, 2021. She was born in Woodward, Oklahoma on September 3, 1945, to Gustave and Sharline Geiser, the first of their eight children. After Pat came Mary Claire, David Eugene, Joseph, Edward,...
Sue Ann Smith
May 10, 2021
Heaven has gained an angel! Sue Ann Smith (Chmura), 76, passed away at home surrounded by loved ones on Monday, May 10, 2021 in Marietta, Georgia. She was born on August 30, 1944 in Dover, New Jersey to Mitchel and Beatrice Chmura.
Sue grew up in Ledgewood, New Jersey and graduated from Roxbury High School. After high...
Barbara Jo Ellenburg Keys
May 9, 2021
Born December 25, 1941 Christmas Day
Passed away May 9, 2021 Mother’s Day
She passed with her loving family all around her.
She is survived by her children Timmy Keys (Kathleen Keys), Kimberly Keys, Christie Keys Cook (Gary Cook), her sister Ramona Ellenburg Bassett, brother Alan Ellenburg (Alicia Ellenburg), and sister-in-law Linda Keys...
David Blackmon
May 7, 2021
On Friday May 7, 2021 David Blackmon, loving husband to Thelma Blackmon and father of Mary-Jean, Ronnie, Cynthia, Lisa, Terry, Kimberly, and April passed away at the age of 84.
David was born on August 12, 1936. He was the youngest of 2 sisters and 3 brothers. He is preceded in death by his mother May Blackmon,...
David J Grubb
May 5, 2021
David “Dave” J. Grubb, 51, of Dallas, Georgia, tragically passed away on May 5, 2021 in Bartow County, Georgia. He was born December 4, 1969 in Dayton, Ohio. He was a 1988 graduate of Northside High School in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Dave joined the Navy in June 1989, where he proudly served his country for nine years. He was...
Dorothy Soleau
May 4, 2021
Mrs. Dorothy Soleau, age 95, passed away at home on May 4, 2021, Mrs. Soleau was born in Ohio to William and Cora Roy.
Dorothy grew up in the Detroit area. Dorothy and her sister Mary were singers in the 1940s and 1950s. They traveled with The Ford Motor Company for previewing new vehicles through Illinois, Detroit,...
Alice Maydell Bell
May 3, 2021
Alice Maydell Bell, of Cartersville, GA, died May 3, 2021. The family held a private service with a burial at Sunset Memory Gardens.
Lance Miller Braden
Apr 24, 2021
Lance Miller Braden died April 24, 2021 following a long battle with cancer. He was a resident of Dogwood Forest Assisted Living in Acworth at the time of his death.
Lance was born in Savannah, Georgia October 6, 1951, the son of Lindsey and Kathryn Braden. His family moved to Atlanta a couple years later where he...
