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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.

Makie Anne Garrett

Makie Anne Garrett

Feb 15, 2025

Makie Anne Garrett, Born December 1, 1960 in Walhalla, SC, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on Saturday, February 15, 2025, surrounded by love. She was preceded in death by her dear parents, John and Syble Garrett. Makie was a devoted mother to her son, Jonathan, and a proud grandmother to her three grandchildren: Evie, Morgan, and Memphis....

Mark Alan Lewis

Mark Alan Lewis

Feb 16, 2025

Mark Lewis passed away February 16, 2025, in Cartersville, Georgia. His 10-year battle with cancer was over, and he passed away at home with dignity and knowing he was loved by many. 

Mark was born on July 7, 1954, in Atlanta, Georgia. He graduated from Forest Park High School in 1972, then later in 1973 was hired at Southern Bell as...

Dorothy Marie Lee

Dorothy Marie Lee

Feb 16, 2025

Dorothy Marie Lee (Rita), 80, from Atlanta, GA, transitioned to heaven on Sunday, February 16, 2025.

She was born on August 9, 1944, in Fort Worth, Texas, and was the second child born to the late Reverend Joe Ellis Robinson and Thelma Woods Robinson. 

Dorothy graduated from IM Terrell High School in Fort Worth, Texas, in 1962 and married Billy Ray Lee...

Stanley Michael Yost

Stanley Michael Yost

Feb 13, 2025

Stanley Michael Yost of Canton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on February 13th, 2025, at Northside Cherokee hospital after a brief illness at the age of 81.

 Mike was born on August 14, 1943, in Staten Island, NY. He was the son of Stanley and Edith (Collins) Yost and was the 2nd youngest of 5 siblings. After high school, he attended Franklin...

William Ernest King, Jr.

William Ernest King, Jr.

Feb 13, 2025

William Ernest King, Jr. passed away on February 13, 2025 after a long respiratory illness. 

He was born in Macon, Georgia and was the son of Rose F. Mc Daniel and William Ernest King Sr.

He was preceded in death by both his parents and two brothers Michael D. McDaniel and James A. McDaniel.

He served honorably in the United States Air Force...

William Jeffrey Johnson

William Jeffrey Johnson

Feb 11, 2025

William Jeffrey Johnson passed away on February 11, 2025, after a brave battle with cancer.

Jeff, son of the late Nancy Johnson Skeen and Leonard Wayne Johnson was born on September 16, 1960, in Nashville, TN. Jeff’s family moved to Atlanta when he was young and he grew up and attended school in the Roswell area. After high school, Jeff served...

Elta Louise Everett

Elta Louise Everett

Feb 11, 2025

Elta Louise Everett Elta Louise Everett, 88, of Calhoun, GA, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2025. She was born on August 3, 1936, in Wichita, Kansas, and lived a life rooted in faith, love, and devotion to her family. Louise was a woman of deep faith in the Lord, which guided her throughout her life. She found joy in...

Barry Alfred Allard

Barry Alfred Allard

Feb 10, 2025

Barry Alfred Allard was born on March 1, 1964, in Southbridge, Massachusetts, to Alfred Richard Allard and Carole Ann Allard (Gontowski). He was predeceased by his father. He leaves his mother, Carole Holley, and her husband, Paul Holley, of Waleska, GA; his brother, Bruce Allard, of Waleska, GA; his sister, Amy Allard, of Woodstock, GA; his nephew, Boone Allard, of...

Michael Bryan Stephenson

Michael Bryan Stephenson

Feb 9, 2025

Michael Bryan Stephenson, 62, of Atlanta, GA, passed away on February 9, 2025. He was born on September 25, 1962, in Charleston, SC, and was the son of the late Bryan Stephenson, who passed away nine months prior. In addition to his father, Michael was preceded in death by his mother, Linda Killaby Stephenson, and his brother, Robert James Stephenson.

He...

Curtis Ryburn Richardson

Curtis Ryburn Richardson

Feb 9, 2025

Curtis went to be with our Lord and Savior on a Sunday, the Holiest of days. His mother greeted him with open arms, saying, "welcome home my precious angel".

Curtis is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Judith Bowers Richardson, their devoted children, Susan Keyes, Clayton Richardson, Jennifer Golwyn (Dr. Dan Golwyn); 5 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. 

Curtis attended...

Cecil Michael Hays

Cecil Michael Hays

Feb 7, 2025

Cecil Michael Hays, 63, of Temple, GA passed away on February 07, 2025.  Leaf Cremation is handling arrangements.

Cornelia Johanna Kalb Kragt

Cornelia Johanna Kalb Kragt

Feb 5, 2025

Cornelia Johanna Kalb Kragt (known as Lia) was born on May 1, 1946 in Rotterdam, The Netherlands. She passed away peacefully on February 5, 2025 in her home in Acworth, GA with her family by her side.

Lia is survived by her husband Cornelis “Kees” Kalb; two daughters: Yvette Kalb and Sandy Kalb Hartle; son-in-law Earle Hartle; three grandchildren: Charlie, Savannah,...

Jaime Pohero

Jaime Pohero

Feb 4, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Jaime Pohero, who peacefully left us at his home surrounded by his family on February 4th, 2025, at the age of 67. 

Jaime was born on March 3rd, 1957, in Rahway, NJ. He was the son of Charles Pohero and Catherine Po hero and was the youngest...

Sandra Jean Ray

Sandra Jean Ray

Feb 3, 2025

Sandra Jean Ray, 80, of Woodstock, Georgia passed away on February 03, 2025

Jimmy Lane Morris

Jimmy Lane Morris

Feb 3, 2025

Jimmy Lane Morris, born on May 31, 1957, in Atlanta, Georgia, passed away on February 3, 2025, in Hiram, Georgia. He was the beloved son of Jack Morris and Janie Ruth (Sibley) Morris and cherished husband to Cindy, brother to Lamar (Delaine) and Lee Morris.Jimmy was a devoted family man who loved nothing more than spending time with his loved...

Randall Charles Goltz

Randall Charles Goltz

Feb 3, 2025

Randall Charles Goltz, age 79, of Cartersville, GA, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. His greatest joy in life was being surrounded by family, and his legacy of love lives on through those he cherished most. 

He is survived by his devoted wife of 59 years, Nancy; his sons Chip (Mitch) and Bryan (Celeste);...

William Patrick Fiorito

William Patrick Fiorito

Jan 31, 2025

William P. Fiorito passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025, in Dallas, Georgia, at approximately 7 p.m. Born on 7/4/1959 in New Jersey, he was the son of the late William Morris Fiorito and Mary Savage, he is survived by his wife, Katherine Fiorito; his sons, William J, Jason, and Ethan Fiorito; his stepmother, Betty Sue Fiorito; and his sisters,...

James Franklin Sommers

James Franklin Sommers

Jan 28, 2025

Surrounded by family, James (Jim) Franklin Sommers passed away peacefully at his home in Marietta, Georgia, on January 28, 2025, at the age of 85.

Jim was born on October 17, 1939, in Miami, Florida, to Audrey Trapnell and Benjamin Franklin Sommers. He was preceded in death by his parents and his beloved sister, (Sarah) Dale Reece.

Raised in Metter, Georgia, Jim...

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