OBITUARIES

Elizabeth Poe

Elizabeth Poe

Aug 26, 2023

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Elizabeth Mockler Poe passed away on August 26th, 2023, at the age of 64. Diagnosed with cancer in June, Beth faced her illness with the same strength and determination she applied to her entire life, maintaining a brave and cheerful outlook. She died peacefully in her home in Woodstock Ga. surrounded by her family and friends.  Beth was born...

Johnnie Melvin Smith

Johnnie Melvin Smith

Aug 24, 2023

Mr. Johnnie Melvin Smith, 95, of Canton departed this life Thursday, August 24, 2023, at home surrounded by his wife and children. Johnnie was born in Pikeville, TN to Luther and Flora Smith. Johnnie proudly served in the United States Army. In addition, he retired as a bus driver from Greyhound Bus Lines. Johnnie never stopped moving, he was always...

Tessa Shaye Graves

Tessa Shaye Graves

Aug 23, 2023

 

Ms. Tessa Shaye Graves, 23, of Woodstock, Georgia passed from this life on August 23, 2023. Tessa was born in Portland, Oregon.  She graduated from Woodstock High School in 2018.  She then went on to receive her Associate of Science in Business Management from Chattahoochee Technical College in 2022.  Following her passion, she graduated from Atlanta Institute of Aesthetics...

Jacqueline Head Beasley

Jacqueline Head Beasley

Aug 21, 2023

 

Jacqueline “Jackie” Head Beasley passed away at the age of 53 years old on August 21, 2023. Jackie was born on October 27, 1969 in Atlanta, Georgia to the late Bill and Muriel Head. 

 

Jackie’s life was a testament to her selfless heart and her faith in God. She shared 29 years of marriage with her husband and...

Connor Tuza

Connor Tuza

Aug 19, 2023

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Connor Joseph Tuza, age 27, of Woodstock, Ga was born on Dec. 27, 1995, and passed on Saturday morning Aug. 19, 2023.  Connor left behind his wonderful parents, Mark and Sherry Tuza along with a beautiful sister, Makenzie Tuza.  He was also the proud and loving Father of a 1-year-old, daughter Stevie Locher. Many times, Connor expressed that Stevie was his pride and joy and...

Gale May

Gale May

Aug 13, 2023

Gale May age 74 of Ellijay Ga was born March 22, 1949 and passed Sunday August 13th, 2023.  She was born in Ellijay Ga to Austin Harper and Ruth Starks Harper both (deceased). She is survived by sister Barab Ann Morse and husband Steve Morse. One son Linsey May and wife Amanda May. Two grandchildren Tyson May and Paisley May. ...

Joseph Ronald Smith

Joseph Ronald Smith

Aug 12, 2023

 

 

Joseph Ronald Smith, 76 of Ellijay, GA, was born June 16,1947 and passed away peacefully at his home on August 12, 2023.

 

He was proceeded in death by parents, Martha Estelle Hayes and L. Curtis Smith; his brothers, Gene, Jack, L.C. and Steve; Sisters Sara Haygood and Barbara "Babs" Smith

 

He is survived by his loving...

Kenneth Summerville

Kenneth Summerville

Aug 8, 2023

 

Kenneth Summerville peacefully passed away surrounded by family after a long and courageous battle with Pancreatic Cancer. Kenneth was a thirty five year member of The First Baptist Church of Woodstock. Kenneth was a Vietnam Veteran that served our country in the United States Air Force. He was the owner of Export Specialties, a business that services and provides...

Brian Watkins

Brian Watkins

Aug 5, 2023

Brian Watkins passed away suddenly at the age of 51 years old on the night of Friday, August 4, 2023.  Brian was born on December 22, 1971 in Marietta, Georgia to John and Helen Watkins.He was a man of integrity, a compassionate and authentic individual, who had a great love for his family and friends.  He was a lover of...

Melanie Ann Lewis

Melanie Ann Lewis

Aug 4, 2023

Mrs. Melanie Ann (Browning) Lewis, aged 62, of Woodstock, passed away on Friday, August 4, 2023. Born in Orlando, Florida, Melanie brought joy and love to the lives of those around her. She was the daughter of David and Gloria “Jean” (Toney) Browning.Melanie's life was a testament to her enduring spirit and deep connections with her loved ones. She shared 30 years of...

Ram Tulsieram

Ram Tulsieram

Aug 1, 2023

 

Tulsieram (Baljit), 82, passed away on August 1st, 2023. Born in Bush lot village, Guyana on October 2nd, 1940. He came to the US with his late wife Janis in October of 1989 and resided in Queens, NY until moving to Georgia in 2015.

 

He is survived by his brother Chun; his children, Ajit, Seeta, Geeta, Prem, Tulsiedai,...

Diann Clair Brown

Diann Clair Brown

Jul 31, 2023

 

Mrs. Diann Clair Brown, 77, of Woodstock Georgia, departed this life Monday, July 31st, 2023. She was born in Ohio to her parents, Albert and Gladys McNeil.

Diann enjoyed snorkeling, camping, and bingo. She also took part and won multiple beauty pageants, such as receiving the title “Miss St. Petersburg” (FL). She was a life long licensed practical nurse...

David Molyneaux

David Molyneaux

Jul 29, 2023

 

  David Molyneaux, age 72 of Cumming, GA passed away on Saturday, July 29th 2023 in the comfort of the home he loved. He was born in Chicago on September, 11th 1950 to David Molyneaux Sr. And Elizabeth Peddycord. 

 

David served as an MP in the army in Vietnam stationed in Cambodia from 1971 to 1972.

He loved...

Leon Thorburn

Leon Thorburn

Jul 29, 2023

 

Leon Wallace Thorburn, 77, of Acworth, Georgia peacefully departed this life Saturday July 29, 2023, after a lengthy stay at WellStar Kennestone Hospital. 

Leon was born in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada to his parents, Arthur and Joan Easton Thorburn. He later met his wife Annette, and once married they moved to Toronto, Canada, where they would build their life and raise their family. In the early 90’s, they began another chapter in life by moving to the Atlanta area of the USA. 

Mr. Thorburn was a...

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