Betty Spier
Dec 29, 2024
Betty Jane Spier, age 95, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2024. Betty was born in Hapeville, Georgia to Bessie (Porter) and Raymond Terrell. She grew up in Hapeville and graduated from Hapeville High School where she played in the school band. She continued her love of music at Queens University of Charlotte as a music major for two years....
James Robert Morrissey
Dec 29, 2024
James Robert Morrissey passed away peacefully in his home at the age of 92 on Sunday, December 29, 2024. "Jim" was born to James T. and Mary Olive Morrissey on April 23, 1932 in Worcester, Massachusetts. He proudly served our country in the United States Coast Guard from 1951 – 1954. He was assigned to USCGC Casco (WAVP) and provided...
Elizabeth Holsombach
Dec 29, 2024
Elizabeth Holsombach, age 80, of Jonesboro, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 29, 2024. Elizabeth worked as an LPN at Piedmont Henry Hospital for over 30 years before retiring. She was also a dedicated member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Elizabeth was preceded in death by her parents, Lemuel Wyatt Casey and Joseph Maude Casey,...
Joann Swafford
Dec 25, 2024
JoAnn Chesser Swafford 91, of McDonough Ga. Passed away peacefully Wednesday December 25, 2024. JoAnn was born April 20, 1933, to late Helen S. and Morris J. Chesser Sr. of Atlanta, Ga. She was married for 67 years to the late Carlos Clinton Swafford and they raised three children. She was a homemaker, a devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother and...
Mr. James Lawrence Brown
Dec 24, 2024
Mr. James "Larry" Brown, 75 of Jonesboro, Georgia, passed away on December 24, 2024. Larry retired from the Fulton County Board of Education Maintenance Department and was a member of the Family First Credit Union Board of Directors for over 30 years. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Jonesboro and a faithful choir member. Larry is survived...
Joanne Lemastus
Dec 19, 2024
Joanne Lemastus, age 66, of Riverdale, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 19, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents Betty Ann and Clyde Benefield, and her sister, Cathy Walls. Joanne will be lovingly remembered by her brother, John (Sandra) Benefield; her sister, Yvonne (Jimmy) Higginbotham; her nieces, McCaylin Patton-Dye and Taylor Patton; her nephew, Joseph Dobbs;...
Donna Marie Bartow
Dec 18, 2024
Donna Bartow, age 77, of McDonough, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 18, 2024. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jerome Jackson Bartow, and her parents, Elon and James Witt Collier. Donna was employed as an office manager at Heffington and Associates, a real estate appraisal service. She will be lovingly remembered by her son, Robert Lewis...
Nancy Mays Smith
Dec 17, 2024
Nancy Mays Smith, age 77, passed away early in the morning on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. Nancy was born in Atlanta, GA on August 12, 1947, to the late Robert and Louise Mays. She had 5 brothers who she loved very much, Leonard (deceased), Jimmy, Charles, John (deceased), and Richard Mays. Nancy was raised in Stockbridge, GA and graduated in...
Fred Mclean
Dec 15, 2024
Fred McLean, age 83, of Lake City, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 15, 2024. Fred was preceded in death by his son, Fred McLean Jr., his parents, Mary and George McLean, and his siblings: Charles McLean, Leonard McLean, James McLean, Juanita Bowens, and Elizabeth Greer. A proud veteran, Fred served in the United States Army. After his military...
Hoyt Avery Jolly Iii
Dec 13, 2024
Hoyt Jolly III, age 76, of Jonesboro, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 13, 2024. Hoyt was preceded in death by his parents, Nancy and Hoyt Jolly Sr., and his sister, Wanda Jolly. A proud U.S. Air Force veteran, Hoyt served as a Captain before transitioning to a career as a pilot with Delta Airlines, where he worked in...
Sharon Lynn Harper
Dec 11, 2024
Sharon Harper, 75, of Morrow, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 11, 2024. Sharon was preceded in death by her parents, Floyd and Wanda Vest, and her brother, Dennis Vest. A dedicated professional, Sharon worked as a telephone operator with Verizon until her retirement. She was an active member of First Baptist Church of Jonesboro, where she joyfully sang...
Mary "Louise" Wharton
Nov 30, 2024
Mary "Louise" Wharton, age 78, of Riverdale, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 30, 2024. Mary was preceded in death by her beloved husband, William Wharton, and her parents, Raymond and Nanny Walker. She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by her children: William Tony (Pamala) Wharton of Milner and Ronald H. Wharton of Riverdale; her grandchildren: Amanda...
Daniel Ray Rice
Nov 29, 2024
Daniel Ray Rice, age 72, of Jonesboro, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 29, 2024. Daniel was preceded in death by his cherished wife, Marianne Rice, and his parents, Joey and Nola Rice. A skilled trim carpenter, Daniel dedicated many years to the construction industry before retiring. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by his children: Joey...
Florence H. Cunningham
Nov 24, 2024
Florence H. Cunningham, age 89, of Jonesboro, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 24, 2024. Florence was preceded in death by her beloved son, Stanley Harding Cunningham; her siblings, Jimmy Holland, Frances Price, and Louise Davis; and her parents, Dolphus and Musette Holland. A dedicated administrative assistant, Florence worked for Clayton State School of Technology until her retirement. She...
Charles Franklin Williams, Jr.
Nov 18, 2024
Charles Williams, Jr., age 87, of Jonesboro, Georgia, passed away peacefully in his home on Monday, November 18, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Verna and Charles Williams, Sr, and his son, Steve Williams Charles proudly served in the United States Air Force for 22 years before retiring from the military. After his service, he continued his...
Stephanie Smolarek
Nov 17, 2024
Stephanie Smolarek, age 108, of Jonesboro, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 17, 2024. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 55 years, George Bernard Smolarek, a dedicated 30-year firefighter; her daughter, Diane Koellman; her grandson, Georgie Smolarek; as well as her parents and seven siblings. Born and raised in Hamtramck, Michigan, Stephanie lived a life...
Teresa Nix Terrell
Nov 9, 2024
Teresa Nix Terrell, age 65, of Newnan, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, November 9, 2024. She is preceded in death by her husband, John Watson, as well as her parents; Jimmy and Joyce Nix. Teresa is lovingly remembered by her children, Ron (Jennifer Hollaway) Terrell, Justin Terrell, and Daniel Terrell; her siblings, Ken (Lynette) Terrell and Cindy (Bobby) Taylor; her...
Prudence Marie Martino
Nov 8, 2024
Prudence Marie "Prudy" Martino, 94, of Jonesboro, Georgia went to her heavenly home on November 8, 2024. Prudy was born on October 17, 1930, in Blue Island, Illinois. She was the middle child of Anthony and Mary DiNovo and had an older brother, Joe (Marion) and a younger sister, Rosie (Bill). Prudy was a cheerleader at Blue Island High School...
Ruth Rogers
Nov 2, 2024
Ruth Rogers, 84, of Atlanta, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, November 2, 2024. A passionate world traveler and connoisseur of fine cuisine, Ruth always had her party bag packed and ready for any adventure. She especially cherished the holiday season, with Christmas being her favorite time of year. Ruth had a keen eye for home decorating and was an avid...
Brian Badillo
Oct 28, 2024
Brian Badillo-Gonzalez, age 26, of Atlanta, Georgia, passed away on Monday, October 28, 2024. He is lovingly remembered by his father, Francisco Badillo, his mother, Marie Gonzalez, his brother, Liam Avalos and his sister, Jazmine Badillo. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 2, at 11:00 AM at St. John the Evangelist Church. Burial will take place after...
