Obituaries

Mar 17, 2021

On Wednesday, March 17, 2021, Samuel Timothy Croker, of Woodstock, GA, left his earthly body at the age of 49, after living with lung cancer for 4 years.

Samuel was preceded in death by his father Sam, and twin brothers James and Perry.  He is survived by his wife Joye, his 3 children, Sophie, Amelia, and Patrick,...

Mar 17, 2021

Dr. James S. ”Doc” Ferguson, former director of University of Alabama “Million Dollar Band” and the  “Pride of the South Marching Band“ at the University of Mississippi passed away at the age of 85 on March 17, 2021. At the time of his death he resided in Woodstock, Georgia with his wife, Micki, his puppies, Gracie and Lucy and...

Mar 13, 2021

William C. Boggs, Jr. passed away Saturday, March 13, 2021 following a courageous battle with cancer.  William was born in Columbia, South Carolina on December 17th, 1963 and was the third child of William Boggs Sr. and Ann Steele. He spent his childhood years in Columbia, where he graduated from AC Flora High School. After spending some time at...

Mar 11, 2021

Nancy Elizabeth Wintrode was born to Glenn and Elizabeth Wintrode, and raised in Bel Air, Maryland. She was a creative child, and grew to be an accomplished painter, writer, model, and actress.

Nancy attended the University of Maryland, then moved to Gadsden, Alabama after marriage. She was active in her church and worked with the food distribution...

Mar 10, 2021

Mr. Jon L. Phillips 11/18/1936 - 3/10/2021 It is with a heavy heart to share that our Dad, Jon Phillips passed away 3-10-2021, after his treatment with dialysis.

Jon is now with our Holy Father at peace and without pain. Jon graduated from Brown High School and attended Georgia Tech. Jon was talented in many areas, such...

Mar 10, 2021

Nancy Joann (Walsh) Thibault, age 82, of McDonough, GA died March 10, 2021. Nancy graduated from Cony High School, Augusta, ME in 1957 and thereafter worked at the Maine Bureau of Taxation. On July 20, 1959, Mrs. Thibault was married to Airman Robert Thibault of Chelsea, MA. The newlyweds were immediately stationed in Albuquerque, NM, before military assignments in...

Mar 9, 2021

Lorice Dow Black

October 7, 1925 – March 9, 2021

Lorice Dow Black, proud Lebanese-American formerly of Greenville, SC died peacefully surrounded by her children near Atlanta, GA on March 9, 2021. She was 95 years old. Born in Raeford, N.C. on October 7, 1925, she was the daughter of the late Albert and Linda...

Mar 8, 2021

Elizabeth (Betty) Caroline Jordan Hickcox was born on February 14, 1924 to Preston D. Jordan and Helen D. Nelling in Pilesgrove, New Jersey and passed away on March 8, 2021 at The Phoenix at Union Hill where she lived in Canton, Georgia.

Betty grew up in Glassboro, NJ, living with her mother and, later, her grandparents, Harry...

Mar 7, 2021

Jim Barlow age 64 of Cartersville, GA passed away after a short-fought battle with Pancreatic Cancer at 6:30am on Sunday, March 7, 2021.

Proceeded in his death are his Grandmother Anna Shae, Grandfather Richard Shae, Brother John Barlow, Sister Sally Martin, and oldest Son Benjamin Barlow.

Survivors include his wife of 38 years Kathy Barlow,...

Mar 1, 2021

Dorothy L. Butler, 71, was called home to be with our good Lord on March 1, 2021 in her home in Acworth, GA.

An amazing mother, grandmother, sister, niece, cousin and friend, she was loved by many near and far including Alabama, New Jersey, and Georgia, where she retired. Dorothy was an energetic soul  with a bold...

Feb 26, 2021

After a long battle against Parkinson’s Disease, Mark Anthony Mathis of Cartersville, GA passed in his home surrounded by loved ones on February 26, 2021 and age 60. He was born on April 11, 1960 in Marietta, GA. He was a beloved husband, son, father, brother, grandfather, and uncle. He never met a stranger and could always put a...

Feb 24, 2021

Rebecca Elizabeth Upton, age 81, passed away peacefully February 24, 2021 due to diabetes and congestive heart failure.  She was born October 3, 1939 in Buford, GA, to Jack and Grace Boggs. Becky loved to tell jokes and make people laugh.  She loved football and the Georgia Bulldogs.  She enjoyed cooking and talking to her friends.   For many years...

Feb 21, 2021

Cecil "Papa'' Price, age 77, of Cartersville, GA, died February 21, 2021 at his home with his family close.  For over 45  years, Cecil owned and operated Price & Son Grave & Vault Service.  He was a long time Mason, loved fishing, camping and he and his family were members of Lake Forest Country Club for many years.  He...

Feb 21, 2021

Heidi Ann Stierle (Prange) passed away from complication from cervical cancer with her husband by her side on February 21, 2021 at the age of 50.

To know Heidi was to love and be loved. She was given great gifts from the Lord to minister to those around her. She would have told you that she was...

Feb 19, 2021

The Rev. Dr. James D. Curtis died peacefully on February 19, 2021 at Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta. Memorial arrangements to be announced. Georgia Funeral Care, Acworth, GA.

Feb 18, 2021

After a long, well fought battle, Gary L. Ragsdale, 71, of Kennesaw, Georgia passed on February 18, 2021. He is survived by his wife, Pamela, of 47 years, two children James and Heather, and seven grandchildren: Felix, Isabel, Sonya, Caellin, Tarryn, Mark, and Luke.  He is also survived by his mother and two brothers.

Gary grew up...

Feb 18, 2021

Loving and devoted father of three Corey Mickelson’s love of life did not come to an end with his death. Corey passed away on February 18, 2021 at the age of 43 at home surrounded by his loving family who will continue to honor his legacy by living their lives to the fullest. Born July 14, 1977, in Anoka,...

Feb 14, 2021

On Sunday, February 14th, 2021, William Hicks loving Husband, Father, and Papa passed away at the

age of 59. He was born on September 26, 1961 in North Carolina and was born to Leon and Frankie Hicks.

He grew up in Ellijay, Georgia and graduated from Gilmer County Highschool and went on to serve in...

Feb 14, 2021

Samuel Rick Rappa 69, of Acworth GA died Sunday February14th, 2021.Sam was born on January 10th, 1952 in Chicago, Il. He was a retiredsalesman and a Vietnam War Veteran that served in the Navy. Sam was aParalympian and medaled in Archery, Billiards, Downhill Skiing andWeightlifting. He was a successful professional poker player. A skillful cardshark. He was an avid...

Feb 14, 2021

Gail Lynn Dorsett, 69, of Acworth, Georgia passed away on Sunday, February 14, 2021. Born in Ellenville, NY, on April 4, 1951. Gail is survived by her husband of 44-years, Les Dorsett. Sons, Shaun, Jeremy, Les Jr. and Dale. Daughters, Celeste and Tracey. Grandchildren, Jesse and Emma. Gail was a devoted, loving wife and mother, she did everything for...