Recent Obituaries in Cumming, GA

Aug 11, 2018

Robert William Schmidt, age 91 of Sawanee, Georgia passed away Saturday, August 11, 2018.

There are no Formal Services at this time.

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

Aug 11, 2018

Lynn Marie Noonan, born November 15, 1960 passed away on August 11, 2018 at Northside Forsyth Hospital in Cumming, GA. Lynn was the daughter of the late Evelyn Noonan Dougherty formerly of Walden, NY, the late Daniel Noonan, formerly of Cleveland, GA and Grace Noonan of Cleveland, GA.Lynn was a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, grandmother and friend. The...

Aug 8, 2018

Lester Miles Wolfe, age 82 of Cumming, Georgia passed away Tuesday, August 8, 2018. There are no Formal Services at this time. Byars Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 155 Professional Park Drive, Cumming, Georgia, 30040.

Aug 5, 2018

Bruce Anthony Coleman, 55, of Canton passed away Sunday, August 5, 2018. Bruce grew up in Roswell, Georgia attending Roswell Elementary and Roswell High Schools. He was a graduate of the University of Georgia, majoring in Business. Bruce owned and operated Coleman Lawn Care. Survivors include his wife, Dru Coleman of Canton; parents, Richard and Patsy Coleman of Cumming; brothers,...

Aug 4, 2018

Mark A. Warner, 62, of Cumming, GA passed away Saturday, August 4, 2018. Mark is preceded in death by his parents, Jeremiah Wayne and Angelene Warner; brothers, Dale Warner and Lyle Warner; and a granddaughter, Kendall Cribb. Survivors include his wife of 40 years, Rebecca Warner; daughters, Stephanie (Kirk) Cribb of Cumming, Danielle (Stephen) Van Dover of Kathleen, GA; 6...

Aug 4, 2018

Clyde C. Padgett, 95, of Lilburn formerly of Toccoa, passed away Saturday, August 4, 2018. A U.S. Navy veteran, Clyde was a business owner in East Atlanta for many years. He was an active member of Sylvester Baptist Church in Atlanta, and upon moving to Toccoa he was a member of Carnes Creek Baptist Church. Clyde is preceded in death...

Aug 4, 2018

Selma Belz Wackenhut, 89, died peacefully in her sleep on August 4, 2018 at the Oaks at Hampton in Cumming, GA. A celebration of her life will be held at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Alpharetta, GA on August 19 at 4:00 pm, 10250 Haynes Bridge Rd. Johns Creek, GA 30022, with Reverend Nancy Christensen of St. Johns Lutheran...

Aug 2, 2018

Richard M. Cochran, Sr., 75, of Gainesville passed away Thursday, August 2, 2018. A sweet and kind man, Richard was a lifelong Lutheran and attended Christ the King Lutheran Church. He was a Master Mason and Past Master of Mt. Zion Lodge #316 FAM. Richard was employed with Hile Associates of South Carolina for many years. He enjoyed hunting and...

Jul 31, 2018

Brenda Jean Garner, age 75, passed away Tuesday, July 31, 2018. Brenda was preceded in death by her parents, James and Kate Whitt Garner. Survivors include her cousins, Margie Albertson and David Garner; along with many other cousins and other relatives. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Ingram Funeral Home in Cumming is in charge of...

Jul 29, 2018

Juanita R. Marcus, age 41 of Atlanta, Georgia passed away Monday, July 29, 2018.

There are no Formal Services at this time.

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

Jul 28, 2018

Frank Herbert North, 89, of Canton passed away Saturday, July 28, 2018. A member of St. Peter Chanel Catholic Church, he was also a member of the Knights of Columbus. Mr. North is preceded in death by his wife, Loris Mary North, son, Frank North, Jr., and his parents, Herbert and Doris Smith North. Funeral services will be held Saturday,...

Jul 26, 2018

Diane Jackson, age 65, of Cumming, GA, passed away at her home on Thursday, July 26, 2018. Mrs. Jackson was a devoted wife, sister, mother, grandmother and aunt. She spent many years carrying special cargo as a special need bus driver for the Forsyth County School System. Her favorite hobby was crocheting beautiful blankets, scarves and hats for those she...

Jul 26, 2018

Joan B. Cochran, 75, of Alpharetta, GA, passed away Thursday, July 26, 2018. A native of Fulton County, Joan was a travel agent for over 30 years. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, friend and role model. Joan was a very active member at Hopewell Baptist Church in Milton, GA, where she was secretary and treasurer for the Helping...

Jul 26, 2018

Betty Padgett Payne, age 80, of Cumming passed away Thursday, July 26,2018. She was a member of Friendship Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Payne; her son, Lynn Payne; her brother, J.R. Padgett; her sister, Barbara Padgett. She is survived by her children, Lori and Kenneth Mason, Kevin and Christy Payne, Justin and Jackie Payne;...

Jul 25, 2018

Rev. Ronnie Brown, 64, of Cumming passed away Wednesday, July 25, 2018. A native of Forsyth County, Ronnie retired from Sawnee Electric after 46 years of service. Over the years, he was pastor of Silver Shoals Baptist Church, Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Mayfield Baptist Church and Roanoke Baptist Church. A devoted family man and role model, Ronnie was always working...

Jul 24, 2018

Caroline Cole Gordy (Tony), 80, of Cumming, Georgia passed away peacefully at her home Tuesday, July 24, 2018. Born and raised in Atlanta, Mrs. Gordy graduated from The Westminster School in 1956 and attended The University of Georgia. She moved to Columbus, GA in 1960 where she raised her 5 children. Mrs. Gordy retired from the Muscogee County School System...

Jul 24, 2018

Jeffrey Layne Mehaffey, age 58, passed away Tuesday, July 24, 2018. A service will be held at a later date. Ingram Funeral Home in Cumming is in charge of arrangements.

Jul 23, 2018

Colonel Frederick Hamblin Russell, USMC, Retired, age 87 of Cumming, GA, formerly of Pensacola, FL, passed away at The Mann House on Monday, July 23, 2018, surrounded by his family. He was a member of Cumming First United Methodist Church. Fred was a former member of Perdido Bay United Methodist Church in Pensacola, FL, where he was very active in...

Jul 23, 2018

Vivian Marlene Martinez, 80, loving wife and mother, passed away Monday, July 23, 2018 at home. Mrs. Martinez was born Oak Park, Illinois on August 24, 1937. She was the daughter of the late Vern Slemmons and Ruth Slemmons Awe of Elkhart, IN and was preceded in death by her twin sister Verlee Lunsford and younger sister Karen Deak. Raised...

Jul 23, 2018

Patricia Lou Beckman, age 75, passed away Monday, July 23, 2018. She was a member of the Messiah Lutheran Church in Johns Creek, GA. She is preceded in death by her parents, Merle and Mary Anderson. She is survived by her husband, Tom Beckman; children, Trevor Brian (Anita) Hughes, Donna Lynn (Wayne) Tervo, Jody (Richard) Rushton, and Jill Beckman; brothers...