obituaries
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.
Billy Joe Bennett
Jun 23, 2020
Billy Joe (BJ) Bennett, 48, of Woodstock passed away on June 23, 2020 in Marietta, Georgia. BJ is survived by his mother Mary Elise Eder, sister Brandy Bennett, brother Jason Eder, uncle Joseph Sanford, nieces Katie Eder, Haylie Eder & Madison Sunay and nephew Jacob Eder. I know that no matter what You will always be with me. When...
Carmen Lydia Gomez
Jun 23, 2020
Carmen Lydia Gomez, 79, of Atlanta, GA passed away on June 23, 2020. She was born October 13, 1940, in Santurce, San Juan, Puerto Rico, and was the daughter of the late Guillermo Gomez and Carmen Aviles. She was preceded in death by her son, Roberto Carbo. She loved playing bingo and always had luck on her side at...
Leslie Ann Williams
Jun 23, 2020
Leslie Ann Williams, 52, of Cartersville passed away on June 23, 2020 in Marietta, GA. Leaf Cremation is handling arrangements.
Gregg Warren Smith
Jun 19, 2020
"Gregg Warren Smith passed away June 19, 2020 at his home in Marietta, Georgia, his loving wife, Faith, by his side, and in the company of people he loved and who loved him dearly. Gregg was born June 8, 1969 in Norristown, Pennsylvania, to Barbara and Warren Smith, the oldest of three children. Gregg attended Cold Spring Harbor High...
Annette Nazerian
Jun 17, 2020
Annette Nazerian, age 78 of Fort Oglethorpe Ga. passed away on June 17,2020 under Hospice Care. Annette was born in McCayesville Ga on October 31,1941; the daughter of the late Albert Nazerian and Bessie (Willis) Nazerian. She was one of thirteen children and was born a twin. She is proceeded in death by 5 brothers: Al Nazerian, Charles Nazerian,...
Albert Arthur Friesen
Jun 14, 2020
Albert Arthur Friesen, 95, moved to Heaven on June 14, 2020. He is survived by his daughters Rose Fisher (John) of Albany, GA, Donna Wigton (Doug) of Tucson, AZ and Martha Friesen of Smyrna, GA; two granddaughters, Amanda Skelley (Richard) of Albany, GA and Melissa Cloud of Leesburg, GA; by great grandchildren Laura Cloud, Layton Cloud and Will Skelley;...
David William Crist
Jun 13, 2020
David William Crist, 67, of Acworth passed away on June 13, 2020 in Marietta, GA. Leaf Cremation is in charge of arrangements.

Victor "Bubba" Joe Summerville
Jun 12, 2020
Victor Joe (Bubba) Summerville, age 57, of Norcross Georgia, passed away on Friday, June 12, 2020. Victor was born in Atlanta, Georgia on December 29, 1962; son of the late L.C. and Betty Summerville. Bubba spent most of his time outside doing yard work and working on cars. Survived by his wife, Phyllis Crapo; son, Kenny Summerville (Monica) of...
Lyza Lee Sandgren
Jun 11, 2020
Lyza Hillyer Sandgren aka Nancy Lee Engel of Suwanee, Georgia passed away peacefully on June 11, 2020, at Northside Gwinnett Hospital after a lengthy battle with cancer. Lyza was born in Des Moines, Iowa on April 24, 1950, to Hillyer Louise Norment Engel and George Pettigrew Engel, who preceded her in death. She attended Drake University and the University...
Carmine Joseph Dematteo, Jr.
Jun 9, 2020
Carmine Joseph DeMatteo, Jr. (AKA Joe/Carmen) of Peachtree City, GA, passed into Glory on June 9, 2020 after a lengthy illness. His ashes were interred in his headstone at Leila Cemetery in Colquitt County, GA. He was born in Brooklyn, NY and was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Carmine Joseph DeMatteo, Sr. of Brooklyn, NY. He...
Mary Kathryn Wolfson
Jun 9, 2020
Mary Kathryn Wolfson (née McLeod) of Vinings, Georgia, died in her home on June 9, 2020 after a love-filled life, cut short by cancer. She was always hopeful, optimistic and brave. Mary Kathryn was 76 and organizing those around her until the very end. Mary Kathryn was born on December 3, 1943 in Rockledge, Florida to Norman Malcolm McLeod...
Jeanette Adams Bradford
Jun 6, 2020
Bradford, Jeanette Adams, age 88, passed away peacefully under hospice care on June 6, 2020. She was predeceased in death by her husband, Cooledge “Brad” Bradford who passed in 1984. She was loved and will be missed by her sister, Deana Tolbert of Lilburn, her brother Gary Adams (Diane) of Peachtree Corners, and cousins Linda Bagnal (Walt) of Warner...

Buddy Franklin Wilkie
Jun 6, 2020
Buddy Wilkie, 64, of Canton, GA, died 6/6/2020. He was born on Jul7 27, 1955, in Marietta, GA. He was the song of the late Jimmy W. Wilkie. Proceeded by son, Christopher Wilkie. Surviving family: mother, Betty White; sisters, Wanda, Beverly, and Stephanie; son, Nathaniel; daughters, Tabitha and Lacey; 6 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; and aunts, uncles, and cousins. Services...
Deborah (Debbie) Gilbert Sudderth
Jun 6, 2020
Deborah (Debbie) Gilbert Sudderth died peacefully in her home surrounded by loved ones, Saturday, June 6th. She was born May 6, 1949, in Pinehurst, NC, and grew up in Charlottesville, VA. She was the daughter of the late James Gilhams Gilbert and Marjorie Putman Gilbert. She was preceded in death by her husband of 34 years, James Martin Sudderth....
Sherrie Brook Bishop
Jun 2, 2020
Sherrie B. Bishop, 63, passed away in Macon, GA on June 2, 2020. She was born March 2, 1956 in Fulton County, Atlanta, daughter of BC Bishop and Jean Ham. She was a beloved chef and finishing nursing school. She will be greatly missed as a beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend. The sun won’t shine the same without...
Patricia Ann Leone
May 31, 2020
Patricia Ann Leone left her physical body to join her mother in heaven on Sunday May 31st, 2020. She went peacefully in her sleep, surrounded by her family. She was the daughter of Rosalea Farley, Peter Sherwin, and Franklin Counts. She was born in a log cabin in Charleston West Virginia on December 6th, 1954. She now watches over...
Brandi Ann Wright
May 29, 2020
Brandi Ann Wright, age 42, of Cartersville, GA passed away peacefully on Friday, May 29 surrounded by her loving family and devoted children. Brandi was born in Bristol, VA on March 21, 1978, to Johnny Wright and JoAnn York. She worked at Family Care of Cartersville as a medical biller for 20 years. Brandi was a devoted and loving...

Sue Goff Riechmann
May 26, 2020
Sue Goff Riechmann, 77, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 26, 2020, after a courageous battle with COVID-19. Sue was born on October 15, 1942, in Paso Robles, CA to the late Harry and Glady’s Goff. Sue will be remembered for her love of cooking competitions and teaching both of her sons to enjoy cooking and entertain with food....
Jimmy Durand Jordan, Sr.
May 23, 2020
Jimmy Durand Jordan, Sr., age 66 of Silver Creek, GA passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 23, 2020, at his residence with his family at his side. Mr. Jordan was born in Detroit, Michigan on July 11, 1953, son of the late Dewey and Margie Jordan. Mr. Jordan was a Vietnam Veteran in the US Army. He was a...