Obituaries

Jun 4, 2026

Oscar James Moton, born on October 6, 1950, in Shady Dale, Georgia, transitioned peacefully on June 4, 2026. A beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, Oscar leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and quiet strength that will forever resonate in the hearts of those who knew him.Oscar's life was filled with simple joys and cherished moments. He...

May 20, 2026

May 20, 2026

Mary Ann Bradley, née O’Connor, of Causeway, County Kerry, Ireland, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, May 20, at the age of 84.Known as Maureen to her family and friends, she emigrated to the United States after completing nursing school in England. She built a distinguished career as an emergency room nurse in Milford, New Hampshire, where her skill,...

May 16, 2026

Brosnan Joshua Queen, born August 28, 1984, in Waynesburg, Pennsylvania, passed away after a long and courageous battle with cancer on May 16, 2026, in Dallas, Georgia, at the age of 41.

Brosnan was a devoted husband to Caitlin Queen, a proud father to Bryer and Dakota, a loving stepfather to Natalie and Brianna, and a devoted dog dad to his...

May 7, 2026

Scott Mason Salmon, 59, of Alpharetta, passed away on May 7, 2026, after a courageous battle with renal cell carcinoma.

Scott was born in Rota, Spain, while his family was stationed there with the Navy. After several duty stations, his family settled in Longwood, Florida, where Scott attended Lake Brantley High School and built many lifelong friendships.

After graduating from the United...

May 3, 2026

Pamela Jean Munyon, born February 2, 1951, and raised in Chagrin Falls, Ohio, entered into the arms of her Lord and Savior on May 3, 2026, after a resilient two-year battle with cancer. She was the devoted wife of Chester Munyon, whom she married on August 3, 1996.

Pam was the proud mother of Rick (Cheri) Mattson and Ron Mattson, and...

Apr 24, 2026

Stacy O'Kelley Atlanta, Georgia

Stacy O'Kelley didn't just enter a room. He filled it. He was living proof that some people are just built differently. More warmth, more grit, and more love than the rest of us combined. Stacy had a smile that could stop traffic, a bear hug that touched your soul, and a presence so large it seemed like...

Mar 20, 2026

Frances Ann Evans was born on August 16, 1941, in Jamestown, SC. She was the eldest daughter of the late Fannie Agnes Bennett Evans and Virgin Evans. After the death of her mother, Frances lived with her eldest brother, Edward and his family in Texas. Later she joined the family in Baltimore, MD, where she completed her education in Baltimore...

Mar 17, 2026

Stanley Ladell Andrews (“Dude”), 73, of Cartersville, Ga, Passed away on March 17th, surrounded by his loved ones.He was born on November 27th, 1952 in Bartow County to Lillie Rose Andrews, in 1973 he had his first child Shannon Jess Andrews and his second child Christopher Scott Andrews in 1975.In 1996 he retired from the steel mill but continued working...

Mar 14, 2026

In the grand tournament of life, Thomas "Tom" Cray finished his final round at the age of 83. Born on February 10, 1943, in the bustling town of McKeesport, PA, Tom lost a long and valiant battle with vascular dementia on March 14, 2026.

Tom was a man who believed in the power of a perfect swing and the thrill of...

Mar 10, 2026

Betty Lou Verhine, a long-time resident of Marietta, GA, peacefully passed away on March 10, 2026. A woman of profound faith and boundless devotion, Betty spent her life nurturing her family and serving her community with a gentle spirit and vibrant energy.

Betty’s professional life was defined by her compassion. She served as a nurse at Cobb Wellstar Hospital for over...

Feb 17, 2026

It is with the heaviest of hearts that we share the loss of Marilyn Ann (Hardy) Schmit on February 17, 2026, due to complications from a bone marrow transplant. 

She is survived by her husband, Steve Schmit, her two children Sara Patterson (John) and Michael Schmit (Leah), three beautiful grandchildren (Tyler Schmit, Zoey Schmit, and Jack Patterson), and her loving brothers...

Feb 7, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ronald Privett, a beloved father, brother, grandfather, and friend, who departed this life peacefully on February 7, 2026, in Lake City, Georgia, at the age of 71. Ronald was born on May 2, 1954, in Cedar Town, Georgia, to Charles and Daisey Privett.Ronald will be remembered as a vibrant,...

Feb 1, 2026

Alan Jay Hendricks, 67, passed away peacefully at home in Loganville on February 1, 2026.

Jay was born July 27, 1958 to Arlon Wallace “Bud” and Wynell Hendricks (neé Higgins) in San Francisco while Bud was serving in the U.S. Army. He is the oldest of four children, all of whom he is survived by: Gordon Lee “Butch” Hendricks, Norma Jean...

Jan 31, 2026

Kenneth Michael “Mike” Bidaman

Kenneth Michael “Mike” Bidaman, age 85, passed away at his home in Suwanee, GA with his family by his side. Mike was born in York, PA and was the devoted son of Richard Bidaman and Ruth (Arbogast) Bidaman. He enjoyed attending William Penn High School in Harrisburg, PA and went on to graduate from Muhlenberg College in...

Jan 16, 2026

Ronnie Lollis Feb 10,1966-Jan 16, 2026

Ronnie Dean Lollis, 59 of Lawrenceville Georgia passed peacefully after a long struggle with Heart Failure. Ronniewas born February 10,1966 to parents Gerald Lollis and Evelyn (Harris) Lollis of Greer South Carolina. Ronnie wasa graduate of Nity-Six High School and then attended Lander University where he studied Art. Ronnie waspreceded in death by his father...

Jan 14, 2026

Mary Ann Cray, a devoted mother and cherished friend to many, passed away peacefully at her home in Newnan, GA, on January 14, 2026, at the age of 81. Born on May 5, 1944, in McKeesport, PA, Mary Ann was a beacon of warmth and kindness throughout her life.

Born to Frank and Sarah Keller, Mary Ann grew up in a...

Jan 9, 2026

Kenneth Shawn Carter, 45 fell asleep in death peacefully on January 9, 2026, at Redmond Hospital in Rome, GA. surrounded by his loving family.Kenneth was born February 21, 1980 to parents Glenn Edward Carter and Janice Gayle (Bennett) Carter of Tunnel Hill, GA. Kenneth was preceded in death by his father, Glenn Edward Carter of Chatsworth, GA. and his older...

Dec 21, 2025

Ursula Johnson passed away December 21, 2025, after a long life. Born Ursula Schubert in Hamburg in 1935, she spent her childhood during WWII and post-war Germany. She didn’t really like to talk about those years very much. Apprenticed as a hairdresser at 14, she took her trade and emigrated to the United States in 1960, first in Houston, Texas,...

Dec 8, 2025

Frances Taylor Scott, 93, of Jasper, Georgia, passed away peacefully on December 8, 2025.

Frances lived a long and beautiful life filled with creativity, family, and deep joy. She loved sewing, dancing, painting, the mountains, and music—especially the songs of Alan Jackson, which always brought a smile to her face. She worked as a talented seamstress for the Sears Fabrication Center...