Dec 2, 2024

Angela Joleen Gaffey Coon, “Angel”, 54 of Cartersville, Georgia passed away on December 3, 2024 after her courageous fight with cancer.

She was born April 24, 1970 in Fort Leavenworth, Kansas to Sharon Bundick and the late William James Gaffey.

She was preceded in death by her father, AKA Wild Bill. 

Angel’s biggest joy in life was her family, especially her boys and...

Dec 2, 2024

Anthony Norman Rubbo, 68, of Kennesaw, Georgia passed away on December 02, 2024 in Cartersville, Georgia. 

Anthony was a drummer and a music historian. He also loved to write and wrote several poems and short stories through the years. One of his greatest joys in life was animals. He and his long time partner, Marguerite Bodkin, shared their home with various...

Nov 30, 2024

Cremation services are being handled by Leaf Cremation.

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Nov 22, 2024

Sandra Kay Ozias, born June 25, 1957, in Highland Park, Michigan left us unexpectedly on November 22, 2024, at the age of 67, while residing in Cartersville, Georgia. 

She is preceded in death by her parents; Rene and Jean Ozias, and sister Regina Ozias. She is survived by her siblings; Gary Ozias (Grace Peterson), Greg (Judy) Ozias, Cheryl (Keith) Chudy, and...

Nov 20, 2024

Alice “Abby” Harstel (Green) passed away on November 20th, 2024. She was born at Wooster Community Hospital on September 21st, 1967 to the late Albert Arthur Green and the late Ruth Marie Green (Messner). Abby is preceded in death by her mother, father, the father of her children (Harold “Duane” Gelhausen) and first grandchild, Amari.  

In her daughter’s adolescence, she...

Nov 19, 2024

Troy Victor Boyette 48 Troy passed away at Wellstar Douglas General in Douglasville Georgia on November 19, 2024. place of birth was in Atlanta, Georgia at Grady Hospital. Troy was married two times Melissa Funderburk and Linda Gale. Troy had three children two daughters and a son Shawn RainsTiffany Boyette, lIissa funderburk mother was Margaret Lynn Williams (Lesley)Father was George...

Nov 18, 2024

Mrs. Linda K. Smith, age 79, of Acworth Georgia, passed away on November 18, 2024. She was born in Lafayette, Indiana on March 14, 1945 to the late Arthur and Naomi Howell. She is survived by her loving husband of 56 years Dale, daughters Andrea Murimi (John) and Julie Ard (Ken), her son Jeffrey Smith, and grandchildren Avery Doig, Graham...

Nov 18, 2024

Roy Sam Wheeler, 87, of Rome, GA, passed away on November 18, 2024.He was born April 18, 1937, in Barnardsville, North Carolina, the son of the late Fate and Eunice Wheeler.He was also preceeded in death by 5 Brothers, 5 Sisters & a Granddaughter Alisha Wheeler. Mr. Wheeler was a carpenter by trade. And recently found the Lord.Survivors includeChildrenJeff R. &...

Nov 17, 2024

Donald R. Long Sr., 78, of Carrollton, Ga. He was born in Douglasville and lived there until last year when he moved to Carrollton. He passed away due to complications from Agent Orange. He was proud of his Military background, he served two tours in Vietnam. 

He is preceded in death by his wife Anne Nuckolls, parents Charles W. Long and...

Nov 17, 2024

“Well done, good and faithful servant.”—Matthew 25

Like ripples in still water or rays of light at sunset, Holly’s life radiated acts of giving, helping, meeting needs, and caring about people from all walks of life. Her energy and selflessness impacted the countless lives that she encountered over her lifetime.

Holly passed away on Sunday, November 17, 2024 from a stroke. She...

Nov 13, 2024

Ivan Christopher Clarke, born on March 5, 1943, in Kingston, Jamaica, was a remarkable individual who made significant contributions to his community and family. The son of Austin Alfred Clarke and Miriam Beatrice Clarke, he was the second oldest of their children. Christopher attended Swift Purcell Boys School. After graduation he enlisted in the Jamaica Defense Force and was later...

Nov 13, 2024

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Marie Earnhart Barrett, a beloved resident of Kennesaw, Georgia, who died peacefully on November 13, 2024, at the age of 82. Born January 17, 1942, in Atlanta, Georgia, Marie was predeceased by her husband, Charles Barrett Jr., and her daughter, Karen Barrett.

Marie's memory will be cherished by her son, Charles Barrett, and...

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Nov 10, 2024

Thomas (Tom) M. Smith, age 89, long term resident of Carrollton, GA passed away on November 10th, 2024, after a period of declining health. He was born in Sandersville, GA on June 6th,1935 to Marvin and Roberta Smith. After lettering in four high school sports, he went on to earn a degree in Business Management from Georgia Tech and married...

Nov 9, 2024

Donald Kenneth Cowart, Sr., 89, of Woodstock, GA passed away on November 09, 2024. Leaf Cremation is handling arrangements. 

Nov 8, 2024

Herman O. Hilke, 94, of Marietta, Georgia, died Friday, November 8, 2024, at the Canterfield of Kennesaw Assisted Living Center. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ann Gross Hilke. Survivors include a sister, Sondra, 2 daughters, Barbara & Donna, 2 sons, Patrick & John, 3 Grandchildren, Sabrina, Olivia & Adam and 1 Great Grandchild, Levi. 

 Herman was an electrician...

Nov 7, 2024

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Julia Ellen Calyer Hill on November 7, 2024. Julia was born in Los Gatos, California on December 31, 1969, to William Snyder Calyer and Jennifer Catherine Neuman. She spent her early years in San Jose and Los Altos, CA. In 1999 she graduated from Pacific Oaks College in Pasadena...