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Recent obituaries in aCWORTH, gEORGIA

The obituaries in the Acworth, Georgia Area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity Acworth, Georgia's history and identity.

Rita Jean Immerman

Rita Jean Immerman

Feb 11, 2022

Rita Jean (Silverman) Immerman passed away peacefully on February 11, 2022, in Atlanta, Georgia. She was born on March 12, 1926 in Brooklyn, New York. She attended Lafayette High School, Hunter College, and the City University of New York, where she earned her doctorate in Political Science. She taught that subject at Rutgers University and William Paterson College. Rita...

Benjamen Darrin Shoaf

Benjamen Darrin Shoaf

Feb 9, 2022

"Benjamen Darrin Shoaf gained his wings on February 9,2022. Benjamen was the son of Kenneth Darrin Shoaf and Evie Sexton McDougal. Benjamen was proceeded in death by his brother Nicholas “Chase” Shoaf,grandparents Edith Phillips, Barbara Shoaf Tims, and Jerry and Lee Luttrell. Benjamen loved playing his guitar, motorcycles and spending time with his family. Benjamen will be greatly missed...

Eugene Talmage Hudson

Eugene Talmage Hudson

Feb 8, 2022

Eugene Talmage Hudson, 86, of Douglasville, GA passed away on February 08, 2022, Leaf Cremation is handling arrangements.

Charles Dwayne Sanford

Charles Dwayne Sanford

Feb 6, 2022

Charles Dwayne Sanford, 58, of Rome, GA passed away on February 6, 2022. Leaf Cremation is handling arrangements.

Peter Otey Miller

Peter Otey Miller

Feb 6, 2022

Born May 30, 1941, in Richmond VA, Peter Otey Miller II died suddenly in Atlanta on February 6 due to complications of emphysema.  The third son of Polly Daffron and Virginius Newton Miller, Peter spent an idyllic boyhood in the woods around Richmond, camping, and sailing small boats on the Chesapeake Bay.  His rigorous classical studies at Benedictine High...

Gwen Carter Stepp

Gwen Carter Stepp

Feb 6, 2022

We celebrate the home going of our mom, mother, momma, mimi & wife (sweetheart), Gwen Carter Stepp. She is now resting in peace with her Lord and Savior, having left behind all the pain and suffering of the past six years.  Gwen is the daughter of the late Rev. and Mrs. John D. Carter. She was born in Forsyth,...

Bettie  Ann Skaggs

Bettie Ann Skaggs

Feb 5, 2022

Bettie Ann Kohl Skaggs, 93, died in hospice care in Marietta, Georgia on February 5, 2022, of natural causes. Bettie Ann was born on October 22, 1928, in Louisville, Kentucky. The only child of Florence and Edwin Kohl, she graduated from Presentation Academy in 1946. That same year, she married Larry Lee Skaggs of Louisville. They moved to Atlanta...

Mary Bernadette Sciple Oerting

Mary Bernadette Sciple Oerting

Feb 4, 2022

We celebrate the life and love of our mom, grandmother, sister, and wife, Mary Bernadette Sciple Oerting. Mary passed away peacefully at her home in Newnan, GA on February 4, 2022. Mary is the daughter of the late Samuel Ralph Sciple Jr and Etta Lee Carter Sciple. She is survived by her devoted husband Julius David Oerting, her children...

Dorothy D. Harris

Dorothy D. Harris

Feb 3, 2022

Dorothy “Dot” Kay Jones Harris, age 81, of Woodstock, died on February 3, 2022, after a brief illness (complications from Covid). She leaves a legacy of devotion to her family and friends. Dot was born on September 25, 1940, in Bellingham, Washington, to Harry Edwin Jones and Martha Mae Jones (Gosney). After graduating from Broughton High School in Raleigh...

Donald Lewis Zahnle

Donald Lewis Zahnle

Feb 1, 2022

Donald Lewis Zahnle, age 75, of Atlanta, Georgia, passed away on February 1, 2022 at Tranquility Hospice at Kennesaw Mountain. He was originally from West Columbia, South Carolina and came to Atlanta in 1967. He was a longtime Atlanta Realtor. He was an avid hunter and enjoyed pursuing both deer and turkeys. His friends remember his sharing expertise on...

Paul Brittan Hacker

Paul Brittan Hacker

Jan 31, 2022

Paul Brittan Hacker, 64, of Fort Oglethorpe passed away on January 31, 2022. Leaf Cremation is handling arrangements.

Coreen Marie Busby

Coreen Marie Busby

Jan 29, 2022

Left this world too soon at the young age of 56. We had shared our lives together for over 35 plus years. True love through and though. Coreen was many things, mostly my true soulmate, love of my life a true friend, caring and loving soul with a bright and bubbly personality. She goes to be with our son...

James Edward Powell

James Edward Powell

Jan 27, 2022

James Edward Powell, 76, of White, GA (Cherokee County) passed away on Monday, January 24, 2022. He was born on October 20, 1945 in Hall County, GA to the late Jack and Margaret Powell. He was also preceded in death by all 4 of his grandparents, Powell and White and his step-daughter, Alesha Barrett. He enjoyed fishing, bowling and...

Kenneth  Eugene Rowe

Kenneth Eugene Rowe

Jan 26, 2022

Kenneth Rowe, age 72, of Canton, GA, passed away on January 26, 2022. He was born November 20, 1949 in Marietta, GA to the late Alexander and Sara (Wheeles) Rowe. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Ray Rowe. Ken was a 1967 graduate of Wheeler High School, Marietta. He was a business owner for 40 years...

Catherine Helen Blanchard

Catherine Helen Blanchard

Jan 22, 2022

Blanchard, Catherine Helen of Kennesaw, Georgia left us peacefully surrounded by loved ones on January 22, 2022. Catherine will join her husband Wayne A Blanchard who she loved more than life itself and her son, Stephen W. Blanchard, who predeceased her. She is survived by her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Laurie, Cynthia, Cathleen, Fritz, Jon, Sally, Debra, Katie,...

Gene Parker-Reavey

Gene Parker-Reavey

Jan 18, 2022

Born in Redbank N.J. 09/14/1934 Grew up in Hampton N.J. Enjoyed horseback riding. Nurse for over 40 years. Later years enjoyed thrift store shopping and traveling with Grandchildren. Survived by Clifford & Dorthy Newman, Anthony & Linda Newman, Deb Sigler, Joesph & Hetty Newman, Six Grandchildren and one Great Granddaughter She passed away peacefully at Calhoun Healthcare center on...

Louise Sisson Thompson

Louise Sisson Thompson

Jan 15, 2022

Louise Sisson Thompson, 86, of Oneota, New York went to heaven on January 15, 2022 and was the daughter of late Mildred M. Sisson and Clifford O. Sisson, and only sister Dorothy Westcott. Louise is survived by her husband Percy W. Thompson, her children Rodney Thompson, Ray Thompson, Phyllis Lackey and Richard Thompson, her grandchildren Rodney Thompson Jr, Chad...

Victoria Theresa Lewis

Victoria Theresa Lewis

Jan 11, 2022

Victoria Theresa Lewis was born on July 08, 1957. Victoria passed on January 11, 2022. Victoria Theresa Lewis's arrangements are being handled by Leaf Cremation.

Elizabeth  (Beth) Doyle Mince

Elizabeth (Beth) Doyle Mince

Jan 7, 2022

Elizabeth D. Mince, 56, of Monroe, Georgia was called Home to be with our Lord on January 7, 2022. She was born April 18, 1965, in Pittsburgh, PA, and is the daughter of Timothy Doyle & Sue Owen. She is survived by her husband, Jim Mince; children: Amber DuPree, Shelby (Justin) Burch, and Jesse Mince; grandchildren, Madison Burch, Jase...

Seedorf Shephard

Seedorf Shephard

Jan 6, 2022

Leaf Cremation is scheduled to arrange Cremation Services for Seedorf Shepard.

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