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.
Kelly Marie Payne
Apr 22, 2020
Kelly Marie Payne, 38, of Lilburn, GA entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, April 22nd, 2020. Kelly was born in Decatur, GA and was the daughter of the late Faye and Wayne Payne. She is also preceded in death by maternal and paternal grandparents. Kelly is survived by her loving daughter, Kyah Payne of Lilburn, GA, sister Shawna Tuggle...
Bertha Yvonne Youngblood
Apr 22, 2020
Bertha Yvonne Youngblood, 89, of Canton passed away April 22, 2020. Leaf Cremation is in charge of arrangements.
Julia Ann Smith
Apr 17, 2020
Julia “Julie” A Smith, 76 of Dawsonville, GA died on April 17, 2020, from complications related to cancer. Surrounded by her family, Julia passed away peacefully at home. She is survived by her husband Edmund Smith of Dawsonville, Georgia, her children Michelle Cornwell (Bruce Cornwell )of Cumming Georgia and Susan Smith of Dawsonville, Georgia. Her Grandchildren, Tyler Prichard (Abby...
Shirley Ann Hunter
Apr 16, 2020
On Thursday, April 16, 2020, Shirley Ann Hunter, a loving wife and mother of four children, passed away at the age of 85 years old. Shirley was born on September 8, 1934, in Dallas, TX, to Graham David and Annie Guzardo Hall. Although Shirley was a Texan at heart, she moved to Kennesaw, GA in 1968. In addition to...
Craig Martin
Apr 16, 2020
Craig Martin, 72, of Albany passed away in Macon, GA on April 16, 2020. Leaf Cremation is in charge of arrangements.
Mary Soto Camacho
Apr 15, 2020
Mary Soto Camacho passed on April 15, 2020. She leaves behind 3 children, 8 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, and extended family members who loved her dearly. Mary loved music, loved to dance, creative with Arts & Crafts, and Crocheting. She loved to make people laugh! She had spunk and was full of life. We will forever remember her smile. We...
James Edward Gould
Apr 14, 2020
James Edward Gould of Woodstock, Georgia passed away on April 14th. He was born July 1, 1946, in Belfast, Maine, to Dr. Philip Harriman and Shirley (Harpe) Gould, both of whom preceded him in death. His sister, Sally (Gould) Eastman, also preceded him in death. He is survived by his brother, Dr. William Gould, of Calais, ME. Jim was...
Crystal (Christy) Dawn Whitey Wilson
Apr 14, 2020
Crystal (Christy) Dawn Whitey Wilson, age 35 went home to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on April 14. 2020. Christy was living in Dahlonega, GA at the time of her passing but had lived in Cleveland, GA most of her life. She was the daughter of the late Winston and Charlene (Happy) Gabriel Whitey. She was...
Frank Reeves Blackton
Apr 14, 2020
Frank Reeves (Chip) Blackton 53, passed away Tuesday, April 14, 2020 at his home in Roswell, Georgia. Chip was born in Atlanta, Georgia on October 19, 1966, the son of Frank C. And Josephine (Reeves) Blackton. Chip was the loving husband of Shelli Renee and the proud father of Theo. Chip had a love for his family and was...
Elizabeth Perry Bryan
Apr 14, 2020
Born and raised in Shady Dale, Georgia, Liz always kept her hometown in a special place in her heart. Liz loved telling folks all about Shady Dale, especially her parents, Jim & Sallie V. Perry, and the good times she had growing up with so many cousins, aunts and uncles and other kinfolks. She met the love of her...
Kelly Michelle Jennings
Apr 14, 2020
Kelly Michelle Jennings, 50, of East Point, GA passed away April 14, 2020. Leaf Cremation is in charge of arrangements.
Janice Gail Hayes
Apr 13, 2020
Janice Gail Dockery Hayes of Adairsville, Georgia passed away on April 13, 2020, surrounded by her family. Janice was born in beautiful Lewistown, Montana on April 29, 1956. There was always a special place in her heart for her hometown. The house Janice grew up in, the kitchen sink to be exact, was considered the exact center of the...
Kenneth Howard Ansley
Apr 11, 2020
Kenneth H Ansley 81 of Cartersville Ga passed away on April 11, 2020. He was born on Feb 6, 1939, in Toccoa, Ga, he was the son of Erma Lee and James C Ansley. He was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Retha Ely Ansley, his son Kenneth S Ansley, his parents and his Brother James...
John David Ivester
Apr 10, 2020
John David Ivester, age 80, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 10. 2020 at his residence. John was born in Honea Path, SC on July 28, 1939 and was the son of the late J.D. Ivester and the late Lila Griffin Ivester. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Philip Kay Ivester (Toni) and Gary Henning Ivester...
Jack Steven Nordick
Apr 10, 2020
Jack Steven Nordick, died peacefully Friday, April 10, 2020, at his home in Jonesboro, Georgia. Jack was born May 16th, 1954 to Kenneth and Marylin Nordick. Jack spent his childhood growing up in Scottsdale, AZ where he enlisted in the Navy on June 14, 1974. He proudly served for three years after receiving an honorable discharge. Jack was very...

Mary Ann Hall
Apr 6, 2020
Mary Ann Hall, of Marietta, passed away peacefully in her home on April 6, 2020. She is preceded in death by her husband, Albert N. Hall Jr. in 1982. She is survived by daughter Lynn Hall and son-in-law Rick Buxton of San Diego and Mammoth Lakes, CA; daughter Leigh Hall and son-in-love Charles Simmons of Boston, Massachusetts; daughter Lisa...
Charles Alton Cook
Apr 6, 2020
Charles Alton Cook “AL”, 79, of Dallas GA passed away at his home on April 6, 2020. AL is survived by his loving wife Jerry Faye Cook of Dallas GA, his daughter, Becky Cook Kovarik; Son, Jamie (Suzanne) Edwards; brothers, Walter (Joan) Cook, Billy (Brenda) Cook; grandchildren, Maggie and Craig Lien, Casey Kovarik and James Hunter Edwards; great grandsons,...
Manuel Cruz
Apr 5, 2020
Manuel Cruz, 62, resident of Acworth, GA passed away at Assured Hospice of Cartersville, GA on Sunday April 5th 2020, after a battle with cancer & Parkinson’s Disease. Manuel was born in Utuado, Puerto Rico right in his mother’s home on June 4th 1957 to the late Pedro & Alicia Cruz. Manuel moved to the United States in 1958...
Mary Lee Buffington
Apr 4, 2020
Mary Lee Buffington, 71, of Buchanan, GA passed away on April 4, 2020. Leaf Cremation is in charge of arrangements.