Recent Obituaries in Cumming, GA

Jun 27, 2018

Sylvia J. Gilbreath, loving wife, devoted stepmom and kind friend passed away Wednesday June 27, 2018. Sylvia was born to Hugh S. and Geraldine (Wilson) Adcock on July 27, 1944 in Bainbridge, Georgia. She married her best friend, Terry E. Gilbreath on May 28, 1992 in Clayton, Georgia. Sylvia graduated from St. Petersburg High School and continued her education in...

Jun 24, 2018

Voncile Edith Lee, age 97, passed away Sunday, June 24, 2018. She was a member of Zion Hill Baptist Church in Cumming, GA. She is preceded in death by her husband of 75 years, Robert E. Lee; parents, Guy and Florence Tinsley; 2 grandsons; 3 brothers and 1 sister. She is survived by her children, Danny (Regina) Lee, Shirley Moore,...

Jun 22, 2018

Douglas James Bartz, age 63 of Alpharetta, Georgia passed away Friday, June 22, 2018.

There are no Formal Services at this time.

Byars Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 155 Professional Park Drive, Cumming, Georgia, 30040.

Jun 20, 2018

Michael G. Randall, 82, of Gainesville, GA died Wednesday, June 20, 2018. A native of Buffalo, NY, Mike was the co-owner of Bells IGA Market in Hamburg, NY where he also owned the Copper Penny Restaurant. Mike was also Past President of the East Aurora Country Club. A U.S. Navy veteran, Mike served in Naval Intelligence as a Russian translator....

Jun 19, 2018

Martha Frazier, age 86 of Cumming, passed away Tuesday, June 19, 2018. She was a member of Coal Mountain Baptist Church after being a member of Haw Creek Baptist Church for many years. Martha enjoyed volunteering for Vacation Bible School, loved to travel, enjoyed cooking and loved her family and church family at Coal Mountain and Haw Creek. She is...

Jun 17, 2018

Alvin Al Sidney Wooten, Jr., age 74, born on February 29, 1944, passed away Sunday, June 17, 2018, following an extended illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Wooten, Sr.; his brothers, Robert (Happy) Wooten and Terry Wooten. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Wooten; his daughter, Lena Ray of Graysville, TN; granddaughter,...

Jun 17, 2018

Alice Mary (Lee) Barron, 92, passed into eternal rest peacefully Sunday, June 17, 2018, following being bid farewell by those she loved, her family. Alice was born December 27, 1925, in Philadelphia to Charles Joseph Graham and Margaret Higgins. Her legacy of love and compassion is carried on by her 5 children, 16 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren.

Alice attended Little...

Jun 15, 2018

Ms. Mary Elizabeth Majie Rand Dallas, 75, of Cumming, GA, passed away Friday, June 15, 2018. Majie was born March 12, 1943 in Meridian, MS to the late Charles Lionel Rand, Sr. and Agnes Elizabeth (Mosby) Rand. In 1967, she moved to Atlanta, GA and later to Cumming, GA, where she attended Good Shepherd Catholic Church. She shared her love...

Jun 13, 2018

Delores Wofford Evans, age 71 of Cumming, passed away Wednesday, June 13, 2018 surrounded by her family. She was a member of New Harmony Baptist Church. Delores was the owner of The Hair Store for 28 years and also co-owner of Larry Evans Trucking Company. She loved the beach, NASCAR racing, antique car shows, spending time with her family and...

Jun 13, 2018

Christy Lynn Mullinax, age 31, of Atlanta, GA, passed away Wednesday, June 13, 2018. Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, June 16, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at Ingram Funeral home Chapel with Rev. Terry Garrett officiating. Ingram Funeral Home in Cumming is in charge of arrangements.

Jun 13, 2018

Margaret Sue Mitchell Marrs, 78, of Cumming passed away Wednesday, June 13, 2018 in her home surrounded by her husband and family. Born February 23, 1940 in Athens, TN to the late Tillman and Sue Mitchell; she graduated from McMinn County High School. Margaret married John D. Marrs September 14, 1958 in Athens and together they lived in Burlington, VT,...

Jun 12, 2018

Evelyn May (Hackett) Rodecker entered her eternal rest on June 12, 2018. She was born June 20, 1932 in Hubbard, Ohio, the daughter of Clyde and Frances Hackett. She graduated from Hubbard High School in 1950 and was married to Robert R. Rodecker of Sharon, Pa., on June 9, 1951. She is survived by her husband of 67 years, daughter...

Jun 12, 2018

Joyce Phillips, age 93, of Cumming, GA. Mrs. Phillips attended the Lanier United Methodist Church. She was a member of the Delta Kappa Gamma an International Education Honor Society. Joyce was preceded in death by her parents, Horace and Josephine Wygandt Ryder; her husband, James E. Phillips; and her five siblings. She is survived by her son and daughter in...

Jun 11, 2018

Walter Sonny Goodson, Jr., 85, of Suwanee went home to be with his Lord and Savior Monday, June 11, 2018. Sonny was a member and usher at Lighthouse Baptist Church in Dawsonville. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. Sonny was a very beloved man and will be missed by many. Survivors include his wife of 42...

Jun 9, 2018

Richard Case, age 52, of Cumming, GA, passed away Saturday, June 09, 2018. Richard is survived by his parents David Paulette Stripland; sisters and brother: Leslie Abernathy-Maddox (Stephen Maddox); Lori Stillmunks (Patrick Stillmunks); Joe Stripland (Bethany Stripland); nieces and nephews: Jess Watson (Ben Watson); Charlie Abernathy; Becca Abernathy; Caroline Abernathy; Destiny Maddox; Madison Estes; Camden Estes; Luke Shirley and great...

Jun 8, 2018

Donald Drury, age 78 of Cumming, passed away Friday, June 8, 2018. He belonged to Christ the King Lutheran Church. He served in the United States Air Force for 4 years and was a member of the American Legion Post 247 in Dawsonville. He attended Military School at Manlius Pebble Hill and was a former Board Member. Donald was a...

Jun 7, 2018

Myrtle Knox, 98, of Cumming, GA passed away on June 7, 2018 at Cumming Senior Living.

She was born January 18, 1920 in Forsyth County and was the daughter of the late Henry and Gertrude Chastain.

She was also predeceased by her ex-husband Leroy Parr, her husbands Ervin Howard Newberry and Ronald J. Knox; two children Gregory Howard Newberry and...

Jun 7, 2018

Robert ODell Luna, Jr. passed away from a battle with ALS on June 7th in Cumming, Georgia, surrounded by loved ones. Originally from Huntsville, AL, he was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather who loved to spend his time sailing, fishing, and with family and friends. Bob loved his job and spent over 40 years as a marketing consultant for...

Jun 7, 2018

Jessie Mae Durham Caine, 94, of Cumming passed away Thursday, June 7, 2018. A native of Hall County, she lived most of her life in Forsyth County and was a member of Ridgeview Baptist Church. Jessie is preceded in death by her husband, Charles F. Caine, Jr.; son, Brendon Caine; her parents, Levi and Lois Hawkins Durham; daughter-in-law, Judy Reed...

Jun 5, 2018

Helen Thorn, affectionately known as Mama Helen, went to be with her Jesus on Tuesday, June 5th. She was surrounded by family and friends who loved her dearly. Helen was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She loved the Lord with every fiber of her being and was a powerful prayer warrior. She will be missed greatly. Helen...