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.
Thomas Hopson, Sr.
Feb 29, 2020
Tom Hopson, Sr. of Waleska, GA passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his Family on February 29, 2020. He was 90 years old. He was one of two twin boys born October 27, 1929 to the late Earl Cowan Hopson and Adele Esther Welch Hopson. He graduated from St. Mary’s High School in 1947 and then attended St....
Ronald A. Partin
Feb 28, 2020
Ronald A. Partin, 66, of Acworth passed away February 28, 2020. Leaf Cremation is in charge of arrangements.
James Morris Lord
Feb 24, 2020
James Morris Lord, 80, of Woodstock, GA passed away Monday, February 24, 2020. Mr. Lord worked as a truck driver for Complete Auto Transit and was a faithful member of New Bethel Baptist Church in Woodstock. Survived and loved by: Lillian Lord, wife, Carol Leonardo, daughter, Michael Lord, son, Dianne Chambers, daughter, Cindy Lukasiewicz, daughter, Steven Cato, grandson, Chris...
Clarice Joyce Ashley
Feb 16, 2020
Clarice Joyce Crone Jones Ashley went home to be with her Lord Jesus Christ and family on Sunday, February 16, 2020. Clarice was predeceased by her husband and best friend Lewis D. Ashley. Clarice is survived by three sisters; Nancy (Charles) Thompson, Esther (Mel) Kepner and Frances (Bill) Taylor all in North Port, FL; one beloved brother, Clarence Ronald...
Cheryl Joyce Petro
Feb 12, 2020
Cheryl, age 69, of Woodstock Georgia, peacefully passed away on February 12th, 2020. She was born on October 18, 1950 in Tulsa Oklahoma, to her proud parents Jennie Jo and Thomas Edison Strow, and her sister Carolyn; all of whom are now reunited in Heaven. Family was at her bedside. It was love at first sight for us over...
Reaba Campbell
Feb 7, 2020
Reaba Campbell, age 88, of Kennesaw, GA passed away on Friday, February 7, 2020 at her residence. She was a homemaker and of Baptist faith. Mrs. Campbell was the daughter of Edward & Nellie McIntosh. Funeral services will be on Wednesday, February 12, 2020 at 11 AM at Leaf Cremation / Funeral Home in Acworth, GA with the associate...
Judith Lynn Fox
Feb 5, 2020
Judith Lynn Fox, age 61, passed away peacefully on February 05, 2020. Judy was born on October 5, 1958 to the late John W. White and Agnes “Polly” White. She was loved and adored by Wayne White & the late Patsy White. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Roy Fox and mother-in-law Ann Fox. She is...
Tommy Lewis Fricks
Feb 3, 2020
Tommy Lewis Fricks, age 57, of 93 Adams Circle Silver Creek, passed peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, February 3, 2020. Mr. Fricks was born on August 25, 1962, in Bad Nauheim, Germany. He was the son of Terry Fricks and the late Anneliese Fricks. Tommy met his wife Teresa in August of 1980, they remained friends and reconnected...
Thomas John Warley
Jan 25, 2020
After a long courageous battle against cancer, Thomas John Warley, better known as “Tom” passed away surrounded by loved ones at his home in Atlanta on Saturday, January 25, 2020, at the age of 65. Tom was preceded in death by his parents Charles and Margaret Warley and his brother Edward Warley. Tom graduated from Burr D Coe Vocational...

Robert Herschel Morrison, Jr.
Jan 22, 2020
Robert Herschel Morrison, Jr., 62, passed away on January 22, 2020. He was born on January 16, 1958. Services handled by Leaf Cremation.
Hugh Alfred Ward
Jan 21, 2020
Hugh Ward went to his heavenly home on Tuesday January 21, 2020. Hugh was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He leaves behind his loving and faithful wife Linda of 56 years, daughter Kimberly Lynn Ward Hicks and two beautiful granddaughters Hannah and Elizabeth Hicks who were his pride and joy. He was predeceased by a son, Hugh Todd...
Guy Guindle Eller
Jan 19, 2020
Guy Guindle Eller, 74, of Acworth passed away January 19, 2020 surrounded by his family and friends. Guindle was born in Hiwassee Dam, North Carolina to the late Mr. & Mrs. Guy Eller. Mr. Eller was an avid fisherman and gardener and retired from General Motors. Known by all as Papaw or Guindle, he was best known for his...
Christopher Lee Makin
Jan 15, 2020
Christopher Lee Makin passed away unexpectedly due to a tragic hit and run accident on January 15th, 2020 at the age of 47. He was born on August 16th, 1972 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, which is where he spent most of his life. He received his journeyman's license for tool and die at AutoDie, and started his lifelong career...

Linda Grant Whitley
Jan 10, 2020
Ms. Linda G. Whitley age 71 of 24 Barnsley Church Road, Kingston, Georgia passed away peacefully on Friday, January 10, 2020, in her home surrounded by family. Ms. Whitley was born on June 24, 1948, in Marietta, Georgia, the daughter of the late Thomas Otis Smith and the late Charlotte Muriel Davis Smith of Canton. Linda was a legal...
Hampton Colon Reese, Iii
Jan 9, 2020
Hampton Reese. Beloved Husband, Father, Grand Father, and Great Grand Father passed away on Thursday, January 9, 2020. He is survived by June G. Reese (Wife) Tracie M. Bolen (Daughter), Cheryl A. Reese (Daughter), Kaylee J. Bolen (Grand Daughter), Austin C. Bolen (Grand Son) Brandi R. Bolen (Grand Daughter), Justin L. Bolen (Great Grand Son), Aurora B. Bolen (Great...
Fara Pauline Hayden
Dec 26, 2019
Hayden - Fara Pauline Hayden, age 84, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, December 26, 2019. Funeral Services will be held at 12:00 P.M. on Saturday, January 4, 2020. At Peachcrest Christian Church in Loganville. Minister Chuck Baggett will officiate. She is survived by her children: Debbie Bush (Mike), Ron Hayden (Susan), Carrie Hyde, Tracy Tankersley (Hotdog), Fara...
Peggy Jo (James) Pearson
Dec 24, 2019
Peggy Jo James Pearson, age 83 of Kennesaw GA, passed away quietly in Tranquility Hospice at Kennesaw Mountain, in Marietta, GA on December 24, 2019. Mrs. Pearson was born May 11, 1936, in Harris City, GA and was the daughter of the late Laura (Temple) and Charles Brady James, Sr. She was preceded in death by her husband Cecil...