Recent Obituaries in Cumming, GA

Feb 14, 2018

Blonnie Jean Henderson, age 89, of Canton, passed away on Wednesday, February 14, 2018. She was a member of Shady Grove Baptist Church. Blonnie was preceded in death by her husband, Egbert C. Henderson; grandchildren, Tammy Richards Harbin, Tony Henderson, Thomas Averette; son-in-law, Phillip Warren. Survivors include her children, Charles Henderson and Gail Hansard of Cumming, Ruth (Donald) Richards of...

Feb 13, 2018

Harvey Arthur Kaplan, Jr., age 86, of Alpharetta, GA, passed away on Tuesday, February 13, 2018.Harvey is preceded in death by his parents, Harvey A. Kaplan Sr, and Dorothy M. Kaplan and is survived by his soulmate and lovingwife of 62 years, Judith Kaplan; 6 children: Harvey Kaplan III, Charles Kaplan, Jeffrey Kaplan, Jennifer Gallace, Annette Divers and Kenneth Kaplan;...

Feb 12, 2018

Jonathan Bell aged 46, passed away on the morning of February 12th, 2018. Jonathan was born in Peoria, Illinois but spent most of his life navigating the lakes and waterways of Georgia, Texas, and Louisiana. His career as a Senior Surveyor for the American Bureau of Shipping allowed him to pursue his passion of always being near the water. Jonathan...

Feb 11, 2018

This beautiful woman went to heaven Sunday morning, February 11, 2018. Our mom will forever be in our hearts. She taught us about love, friendship, faith, understanding and life. Her sons and daughter and their families will miss her terribly but rejoice knowing shes now at peace and with our Dad, Raymond Carver. A member of Mountain Lake Church in...

Feb 10, 2018

Rayburn Dinsmore, age 76, of Suwanee, GA, passed away Saturday, February 10, 2018. Rayburn was a member of Refuge Baptist Church and is preceded in death by his loving wife, Mary Lois Dinsmore; and parents, Coy and Dona Densmore. He is survived by his children, Amy Dinsmore and John Skeen of Forsyth County, Justin and Kayla Dinsmore of Dawson County;...

Feb 8, 2018

Oberene Gilleland, age 101, of Cumming, GA, passed away on Thursday, February 8, 2018. She was the oldest member of Zion Hill Baptist Church in Cumming, GA. She is preceded in death by her husband, Hoyt Gilleland; and daughter, Betty Jennings. She is survived by her son-in-law, Oliver Jennings; grandchildren, Phil and Connie Jennings; great grandchildren, Jonathan and Sara Jennings;...

Feb 7, 2018

Ode to Jane Park aka Janey Wales, Basketball shootin Lady Dawg, Cat Ranger(Crazy Cat Lady), Cowgirl Shootin (SASS),and also an IT Technologist and Friend....Yes, most of all...She will always be a friend! Jane crossed over during the night and left a big hole in all of our hearts. She was a selfless giving person who volunteered at Catrangers and loved...

Feb 5, 2018

Mildred Carroll Medlin, age 82, of Cumming, GA, passed away on Monday, February 5, 2018. She is preceded in death by her husband, James J.B. Medlin; son, James B. Medlin, Jr.; and parents, Boyd and Lillie Carroll. She is survived by her son, Wayne Medlin; sister and brother-in-law, Brenda (Richard) Jenovese; grandchild, Dennis (Christine) Jenovese; great grandchildren, Mary-Sue and Richard...

Feb 5, 2018

Evelyn Gail Mackler, age 67, of Gainesville, GA, passed away on Monday, February 5, 2018. She is preceded in death by her husband, J.D. Mackler; and parents, Bobby and Robbie Weldy. She is survived by her children, B.J. Mackler and fianc Lacey Tackett, and Steven and wife Jennifer Mackler; grandchildren, Everett and Bailey Mackler; siblings, Bobby Weldy, Carolyn Oakley, Marie...

Feb 4, 2018

Thomas W. Keith (Tom), 60, died Sunday, February 4, 2018 at his home in Forsyth County, GA. Tom was born in Wilmington, NC on December 22, 1957. He was the son of Kenneth W. and Shirley L. Keith (both deceased). Tom's dad was a civil engineer who worked his entire career prior to retiring with the US Army Corps of...

Feb 4, 2018

Malla Kareti Reddy, age 70, of Alpharetta, GA, passed away on Sunday, February 4, 2018. He was an ardent member of The Hindu Temple of Atlanta. In recent years, Malla volunteered and helped these groups: Vishwa Hindu Parishad of Atlanta, Ekal Foundation, Chinmaya Mission of Atlanta, Seva Foundation and Vedanta Center of Atlanta. He immigrated to Charleston, SC in 1977...

Feb 2, 2018

Donald M. Rigney, 81, of Canton, GA, passed peacefully 2/2/18 at Seasons Hospice in Cumming, GA after a brief illness. Formerly of Cohoes, NY, Mr. Rigney was a United States Air Force veteran who specialized in airplane hydraulics and enjoyed boxing. He also worked as a welder...

Feb 2, 2018

James Wood Perdue, age 87, of Cumming, GA passed peacefully to the next part of his journey on February 2, 2018. He was born on September 13, 1930 to Edna Mae Dunn Perdue and Benjamin Franklin Perdue. He was preceded in death by his parents, his beloved wife of 51 years, Frances Bell Perdue; his brothers, Alfred, Carlton, and Ronnie...

Feb 1, 2018

Herman Jacob Hamby, 90, of Cumming passed away Thursday, February 1, 2018. Mr. Hamby was Senior Deacon and a founding member of Silver City Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Mandy Hamby; and his brothers, Harold, Olen, Dorsey and Top Hamby. Survivors include his wife of 69 years, Azzie Lou Hamby; daughters and sons-in-law,...

Jan 31, 2018

Gerry Lummus, age 84, of Cumming, GA, passed away on Wednesday, January 31, 2018. She was a member of New Harmony Baptist Church in Cumming, GA. She is survived by her loving husband, Mack Lummus; son and daughter-in-law, Randy and Sandra Lummus; grandson, Hayden; brother, Frank Stancil; and many other loving friends and relatives. Funeral Services will be held Sunday,...

Jan 31, 2018

Stephanie Lee Jones, 46, of Gainesville passed away Wednesday, January 31, 2018. Stephanie was a loving mother, daughter and sister who loved spending time and teaching her son, Mason. In addition to her son, she is survived by her mother, Debbie Jones; father, Ricky Jones; sister, Tracy Jones all of Gainesville; and a number of other relatives. Memorial services will...

Jan 30, 2018

Patricia Ann Bauer, age 88 of Dahlonega, Georgia passed away Tuesday, January 30, 2018.

There are no Formal Services at this time.

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

Jan 30, 2018

Mrs. Dollie Mae (Bettis) Young, age 96, of Cumming, GA, passed away gracefully on Wednesday, January 30, 2018. A lifelong member of North Atlanta Baptist, she graduated from OKeefe Junior High School. Mrs. Young worked for the Atlanta Board of Education for 10 years and retired from Eastman Kodak after 13 years. Mrs. Young is preceded in death by her...

Jan 30, 2018

Jean Barnett Upchurch, age 79, of Norcross, GA, passed away on January 30, 2018. She was a member of Smokerise Baptist Church in Stone Mountain, GA. She was very active in her Sunday School class and the Prime-Timers. She graduated from Forsyth County High School in 1956 and loved the Georgia Bulldogs. Jean worked in the Insurance Industry for more...

Jan 29, 2018

Catherine B. Faile of Spartanburg, SC went home to be with her Lord and Savior Monday, January 29, 2018 after fighting the good fight. Catherine was born September 13, 1932 in Columbia, SC and has been a longtime resident of Spartanburg, SC. She is survived by her daughter, Catherine Neal of Liberty, SC; son and daughter in law, Randy and...