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Recent Obituaries in Cumming, GA

Christopher Kennedy

Christopher Kennedy

Apr 23, 2025

Christopher Kennedy, 77, of Gainesville, GA (Forsyth County), passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 23, 2025.

Chris was born on December 13, 1947, in Guam to Edward and June Kennedy. He spent his childhood in Oxford, Ohio, and later attended Miami University (Ohio), where he met the love of his life, Sue Ellen Saunders. The two graduated together and were married...

Fonda Marie Richter

Fonda Marie Richter

Apr 23, 2025

Mrs. Fonda Marie Richter, 68, of Buford, departed this life Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at her residence. Mrs. Richter was born in Texas and had lived in the area for the past 51 years. Fonda was a huge supporter of the historical society, being a member of the Clayton County Historical Society for many years as well as a huge...

Robert Cohen Randall

Robert Cohen Randall

Apr 23, 2025

Robert C. Randall (Rob) of Cumming, GA passed away peacefully Wednesday, April 23, 2025. Rob was so full of laughter and life, always joking. He is survived by his daughter, Brandy Randall, stepdaughter Jamie Sellars(Mike), granddaughters Braylie Randall, Mackenzie and Madison Tobin and grandson, Brandon Randall, Jr. Rob is preceded in death by his son, Brandon C. Randall, other survivors...

Ruby Dean Martin

Ruby Dean Martin

Apr 21, 2025

Ruby Mooney Martin, age 79, of Cumming, passed away Monday, April 21, 2025. She is preceded in death by her husband, Mahlon Martin; her son, Marty Martin; her parents, Edd and Avalene Mooney; her sisters, Katherine Tate, Dorothy Reed, Wilma Vaughn, and Thelma Mooney.

Ruby was a member of Coal Mountain Baptist Church. She loved her family, golf, working in her...

Rosalie Arlene Ward

Rosalie Arlene Ward

Apr 21, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Rosalie Arlene Ward on April 19, 2025. Arlene was born on August 22, 1938 in Baltimore, Maryland. Arlene made Atlanta her home in 1970. Over time, she became an active member of Good Shepherd Catholic Church and its Women's Council, as well as the Forsyth County Women’s Club.

Arlene will...

Rebecca "Becky" Jo Rusciano

Rebecca "Becky" Jo Rusciano

Apr 20, 2025

Rebecca Jo Rusciano (Becky) passed away at home on April 20, 2025. Becky was a loving and caring daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, sister and dear friend to many. She was a cancer survivor but could not beat it the second time after over two years of treatment and home hospice care.

Becky was a woman of many talents including quilting, gardening,...

Jason Neal Day

Jason Neal Day

Apr 20, 2025

Jason Neal Day peacefully passed away in his home on April 20, 2025 after a brief illness. He was born July 7, 1971 in the Coal Mountain Community of Forsyth County. As a little boy, he came to faith in Jesus at nine years old and was baptized and joined Coal Mountain Baptist Church. Even from a young age, Neal...

Rebecca "Becky" Jo Rusciano

Rebecca "Becky" Jo Rusciano

Apr 20, 2025

Rebecca Jo Rusciano (Becky) passed away at home on April 20, 2025. Becky was a loving and caring daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, sister and dear friend to many. She was a cancer survivor but could not beat it the second time after over two years of treatment and home hospice care.

Becky was a woman of many talents including quitting, gardening,...

Sandra Kay Branigan

Sandra Kay Branigan

Apr 19, 2025

Sandra Kay Branigan, age 77 of Cumming, Georgia passed away surrounded by family on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at Emory John’s Creek. Born October 30, 1947, in Cincinnati, Ohio to the late Nina Ruth Fleming and Allen John Fleming.

She moved to Georgia in 1986 and opened her own business which she ran for 15 years before becoming an insurance agent....

Billy Wayne Chistopher

Billy Wayne Chistopher

Apr 19, 2025



Billy Wayne Christopher, age 79, of Cumming, GA passed away April 19,2025. He was an active member of Cross Plains Baptist Church and loved people. He retired from Atlanta Gas Light Company. He loved hunting & fishing. He was preceded in death his parents, George & Omie Christopher and many half-brothers and half-sisters.

He is survived by his brother, Benning (Liz)...

Aaron Gee

Aaron Gee

Apr 19, 2025

Mr. Larry Aaron Gee went to his Heavenly Home on Saturday, April 19, 2025. Aaron was born on January 31st, 1957, to Mildred Wilkerson and the late Wiley Gee. Aaron was a devoted member of Bethel Baptist Church and a true outdoorsman. He is remembered for his love of fishing, boating, camping, and gardening.

Mr. Gee is predeceased by his father,...

Ruth Nell Martin

Ruth Nell Martin

Apr 19, 2025

Ruth Nell Martin, age 90, of Cumming, passed away Saturday, April 19, 2025 at her home. Born April 8, 1935 to the late Luther and Winnie Bennett, she moved to Forsyth County as a child and made her life here. She was a member at Coal Mountain Baptist Church.

Ruth was the oldest daughter of seven siblings and, as such, she...

Gloria Rebecca (Becky) Martin

Gloria Rebecca (Becky) Martin

Apr 18, 2025

Gloria Rebecca (Becky) Martin, 73, of Cumming passed away Friday, April 18, 2025 at her home. Becky was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She worked as the reception for Dr. Shannon Mize and was a member of Mt. Tabor Baptist Church. Becky is preceded in death by her husband, John Tony Martin; parents, Hoyt and Eulene Whitmire...

Charles Richard Lanier

Charles Richard Lanier

Apr 16, 2025

Ricky Lanier, age 77, of Cumming, Georgia, passed away peacefully on April 16, surrounded by loved ones. A proud United States Navy veteran and dedicated fireman, Ricky lived a life of service, courage, and compassion. He loved his friends and family dearly.

Ricky was born to Robert and Mildred Lanier on August 1, 1947, in Roswell, Georgia. He is preceded in...

Clydine Pirkle Stone

Clydine Pirkle Stone

Apr 16, 2025

Clydine Pirkle Stone, 94, a lifelong resident of Cumming passed away Wednesday, April 16, 2025. Clydine was a member of Longstreet Baptist Church and a lifetime member of the National Racking Horse Association. She is preceded in death by her husband, Charles (Runt) Stone; son and daughter-in-law, David and Robin Stone; parents, Benny and Alpha Pirkle; and brothers, Theron, Heyward...

Viola “Jane” Martin Smith

Viola “Jane” Martin Smith

Apr 15, 2025

Viola “Jane” Martin Smith, eighty-nine, of Cumming, Georgia passed away on April 15, 2025. Born on March 28, 1936, Jane was a lifelong native of Forsyth County. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joe (Kicker) Smith, her parents, Rev. Duffey Martin (father) and Belle Sosebee Martin (mother), and granddaughter, Lauren Jane Seidel Miles. At the age of twelve,...

Linda Gail Corn

Linda Gail Corn

Apr 14, 2025

Linda Gail Bryson Corn, age 73, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, April 14, 2025, just as her favorite peonies and roses were in bloom. She was born on November 11, 1951, grew up in Dawsonville, Georgia, and raised her family in Forsyth County. Known by her middle name, Gail, she was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, friend, and...

Louise Katie Phillips Pirkle

Louise Katie Phillips Pirkle

Apr 13, 2025

Louise Katie Phillips Pirkle, 89, a lifelong resident of Cumming passed away Sunday, April 13, 2025. Louise was a longtime active and devoted member of Pleasant View Baptist Church. After retiring from Peachtree Doors she enjoyed working at Mr. Swiss, meeting many of her friends dropping by for breakfast. Louise is preceded in death by her daughter, Charlotte Lynn Pirkle;...

Mary Catherine Seybold

Mary Catherine Seybold

Apr 11, 2025

Mary Catherine (Hammett) Seybold passed away peacefully on April 11, 2025 surrounded by family and friends after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease.

Mary was born in Annapolis, Maryland on January 5th, 1971 to James Staton Hammett and Yvonne (Lemire) Hammett and was the fifth child of 5 with 4 older brothers.

Mary is survived by her husband Darrin O. Seybold her...

Troy Franklin Massey

Troy Franklin Massey

Apr 9, 2025

Troy Franklin Massey, 58, of Jasper passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. Troy was born February 23, 1967, to his parents, Henry Franklin Massey and Brenda J. Massey. He grew up in Cumming and attended Forsyth Central High School. Troy was a beloved husband and father, and a long-time employee of Forsyth County Government.

He was preceded in death...