Obituary Listing

Recent Obituaries in Cumming, GA

James Homer Avery

James Homer Avery

May 16, 2013

Family, friends and colleagues celebrated the life of Chief James "Jim" Homer Avery Saturday, May 18th 2013. Chief Avery passed away on Thursday May 16th after serving his community in public safety for over 51 years. He began his service at Fort Bragg in North Carolina with the 82nd Airborne Division, then began his career of public service by joining...

Daniel Joseph Ryan

Daniel Joseph Ryan

May 16, 2013

Daniel Joseph Ryan, 90, passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2013 in Alpharetta, Ga. He was born in Jersey City, NJ on November 17, 1922. He served in World War II in the 98th Division of the Army and worked as an engineer for Western Electric in the New York City area until he was transferred to the southern region...

Amber Nichole Barton

Amber Nichole Barton

May 16, 2013

Amber Nichole Barton, age 37, of Cumming, went to Heaven, Thursday, May 16, 2013. She is an angel now in heaven with her father, Jerry Leon Barton. Amber is preceded in death by her father, Jerry Leon Barton; grandmother, Evelyn Woodward and grandparents, Daisy and Danner Barton. Survivors include her children, Nicholas Hendrix and Blaze Charles; mother, Cheryl Barton; grandfather,...

Dorothy Magit Creamer

Dorothy Magit Creamer

May 15, 2013

Dorothy Margit Creamer, 82, of Decatur, Georgia passed away on May 15th, 2013. The family will be announcing an Interment of the Cremains at Milton Fields, once all the final details have been confirmed. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 155 Professional Park Drive, Cumming, Georgia. A Veterans and Family Memorial Care Provider. Online condolences at www.byarsfuneralhome.com

Alec Micahel Whyte

Alec Micahel Whyte

May 15, 2013

Alec Michael Whyte, 52, of Atlanta, Georgia passed away on May 15th, 2013. His family will be announcing a Celebration of Life Memorial Service once all the final details have been made. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 155 Professional Park Drive, Cumming, Georgia. A Veterans and Family Memorial Care Provider. Online condolences at www.byarsfuneralhome.com

Gerald Jerry Bender

Gerald Jerry Bender

May 15, 2013

Gerald (Jerry) Bender, husband of Connie Glass Bender and father to Craig and Kevin Bender passed away peacefully on May 15, 2013 in Cumming. His sharp mind and strong disposition were unable to overcome the cancer consuming his body. He was born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa on September 6, 1944 to Robert and Esther Bender where he lived his entire...

Annie Beth Samples

Annie Beth Samples

May 15, 2013

Annie Beth Samples, age 86, of Cumming, passed away Wednesday, May 15, 2013. She was a member of Roanoke Baptist Church. Annie is preceded in death by her parents Vester and Leila Mae Buice; husband, Rev. Bobby Samples; brothers, Cecil Buice and Robert Buice; sisters; Faustine Gilbert, Mamey Lee Hansard and Myrtice Tatum. Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law; Allen...

Jackson Lewis

Jackson Lewis

May 15, 2013

Jackson (J.W.) Lewis, age 77, of Cumming, passed away Wednesday, May 15, 2013. Jackson is preceded in death by his daughter; Brenda Anderson; sister, Agnes Baxter; brother, Thomas Lewis. Survivors include his loving wife, Doris Lewis of Cumming, children, Linda (Amos) Womble of Cumming; Jackie Wayne (Theresa) Lewis of Cumming; Debbie (Greg) Brumbelow of Cumming; Charlene (Lamar) Lingerfelt of Cumming;...

Geneva Wilson

Geneva Wilson

May 14, 2013

Geneva Wilson, 87, of Locuse Grive, Georgia passed away on May 14th, 2013. Services are pending at this time. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Cumming, GA.

Mable Ruth Markland

Mable Ruth Markland

May 14, 2013

Mable R. Markland, a54 year resident of Galesburg and Windcrest Acres, died peacefully in Cumming, Georgia on May 14, 2013 where she lived with her daughter Barbara and son-in-law James Johnson since 2003. Her strong heart, iron will and positive disposition were unable to overcome the ravages of Alzheimer's disease just short of her 90th birthday. Mable was born June...

Ernest E. Guilliams

Ernest E. Guilliams

May 12, 2013

Ernest Eugene Gene Guilliams II, 90, of Sandy Springs, Georgia passed away Sunday, May 12, 2013. Mr. Guilliams was born on February 20, 1923, in Winterset, Iowa where he grew up working on a farm with his parents and sister. He served in both World War II and the Korean War as a Navy pilot where he flew the well-known...

Melaine Lynn Holt

Melaine Lynn Holt

May 12, 2013

Melanie Lynn Holt, 52, of Mableton, Georgia passed away on May 12th, 2013. The family has not announced any services at this time. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Cumming, Georgia.

Charles William "Chuck" Brislin

Charles William "Chuck" Brislin

May 11, 2013

Charles "Chuck" William Brislin, age 59, of Suwanee, passed away, May 11, 2013. Chuck was born and raised in Columbus, MS. He was very active in sports during his youth. He became an Eagle Scout and was an Acolyte at St. Paul's Episcopal Church. Chuck graduated high school from Heritage Academy in Columbus, MS, and received a full football scholarship...

Louise Marie Hoopaugh

Louise Marie Hoopaugh

May 9, 2013

Louise Marie Hoopaugh, age 85, of Atlanta, passed away Thursday, May 9, 2013. She was a member of Beaver Run Baptist Church. Marie is preceded in death by her parents, Homer and Ollie Anderson. Survivors include son, David Hoopaugh; sisters, Marcille Chisnell, Nadine Bruce, Leland Anderson and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held...

Roy Silvester Biddy

Roy Silvester Biddy

May 8, 2013

Roy Silvester Biddy, age 68, of Alpharetta, passed away Wednesday, May 8, 2013. Roy has been a Minister of the Gospel since 1972 was pastor of Heavenly Harvest Baptist Church. Besides being an avid Atlanta Braves fan, Roy loved vacationing with his family, hunting and fishing. He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Lindel Biddy and sister,...

Thomas Charles Norrell

Thomas Charles Norrell

May 8, 2013

Thomas Charles Norrell, age 70, of Talking Rock, passed away Wednesday, May 8, 2013. Thomas was quite musical and he loved to play the guitar and sing. He is preceded in death by his son, Ricky Norrell; parents, NN and Ruby Norrell; brothers, Willard and J.D. Norrell. Survivors include his children, Becky (Sonny) Dinsmore, Rhonda Ellzey, Kristy (Chad) Drake, Renea...

Doris Pruitt Bell

Doris Pruitt Bell

May 8, 2013

Doris Pruitt Bell, 82, of Cumming, Georgia passed away on Wednesday, May 8th, 2013. A Private family Entombment was held. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Cumming, GA.

A. Lucian Ward Jr

A. Lucian Ward Jr

May 6, 2013

A. Lucian Ward, Jr., age 87, of Cumming, passed away Monday, May 6, 2013. A.L. was born on December 13, 1925 in Knoxville, TN and graduated High School from Knoxville High in 1943. After High School during WWII, he participated in ASTP at North Carolina State. In 1945, he married his loving wife Kathleen Mynatt. He then spent 2 years...

Tim Burke

Tim Burke

May 6, 2013

Tim Burke, 56, of Peachtree City, Georgia passed away on May 6th, 2013. He was cremated and the family will be having private family services in Greenville, IL. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Cumming, GA.

Patricia "Patti" Frix

Patricia "Patti" Frix

May 5, 2013

Patricia "Patti" Frix, age 59, of Cumming, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 5, 2013 after an extended illness. Survivors include her husband, Hoyt Frix of Cumming; brothers, Chris and Mike Pinion of Cumming; three grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and other loving relatives. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, May 8, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. in...