Obituary Listing
Recent Obituaries in Cumming, GA
Kathleen Heard
Nov 21, 2024
Mary Kathleen Henderson Heard (Gravitt), 101 of Cumming, Georgia passed away November 21, 2024. Born February 14th, 1923 to James Ezra Gravitt and Sally Youngblood Gravitt, “Kat” spent her 101 years of life and raised her family in Forsyth County.
Kat was the oldest member of Beaver Ruin Baptist Church, where she attended all her life, and the last living member...
Mollie Anne Oswald
Nov 21, 2024
Mollie Anne Oswald, 88, of Cumming, GA passed away November 21, 2024. Mollie was born in Jacksonville, FL to the late Henry and Anne Scott Rice. She has lived in Cumming for the last 51 years.
She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 52 years, Bill Oswald; and her daughter, Rebekah Buchanan.
Mollie is survived by her daughters and...
Ilse Ferrari
Nov 18, 2024
Ilse Ferrari was born on February 21, 1942, in Germany during the turbulent years of World War II. She never met her father, who was killed in the war, and was lovingly raised by her single mother in post-war Germany.
In her early twenties, Ilse met Werner Chamberlain, a German man serving in the U.S. Army. They married in Germany and,...
Susan Maria Criss
Nov 15, 2024
Susan Maria Criss, 68, of Cumming, Georgia, formerly of Millerton, Pennsylvania, passed away on Friday, November 15, 2024, at Northside Hospital Forsyth, after a long and courageous battle with Lewy Body Dementia. She is now at peace in the presence of her Lord and Savior, leaving behind a legacy of unwavering faith, unconditional love, and incredible strength.
Born on June 1,...
Jeffrey Franklin Hughes
Nov 15, 2024
Jeffrey Franklin Hughes, 56, passed away at his residence on Friday, November 15.
He was a lifelong resident of Forsyth County, graduating from Forsyth County High School in 1986. Jeffrey loved to hunt and watch NASCAR. He was the former youth pastor at Freedom Tabernacle.
Jeffrey was preceded in death by his father, Jerry Hughes and grandparents, Fred H. and Virginia Williams...
Douglas Foree O'Bryan
Nov 12, 2024
Mr. Douglas Foree O’Bryan 90 of Dahlonega departed this life November 12, 2024, at his residence surrounded by his family. Mr. O’Bryan was born in Eastwood, Kentucky to his parents, James and Susan Conn O’Bryan. Mr. O’Bryan was employed with Woolworth for over 42 years and retired as the Marketing Director. Douglas was an avid hunter and fisherman, he also...
Eleanor Carolyn McConnell
Nov 12, 2024
Carolyn McConnell, age 84, of Cumming, Georgia passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 after a decline in health associated with pancreatic cancer. Carolyn was born February 11, 1940 to the late Albert (Buddy) and Inez Kalb of Marietta, Georgia. A Navy wife of 41 years to her late husband Roy McConnell from Broken Arrow, Oklahoma that passed in...
James Lee Jett
Nov 12, 2024
James Lee Jett, age 74, of Morrison TN, formerly Cumming GA, passed away Tuesday morning, November 12, 2024, at Ascension St Thomas Hospital in McMinnville TN
Mr. Jett is preceded in death by his parents, Marvin and Aby Akins Jett, Sister, Barbara Jett Sams, in laws, Early C. Audrey Bennett Fields
Survivors include his loving wife of 53 years Nancy Linda Fields...
Aaron Russell Evans
Nov 11, 2024
We are deeply saddened to announce the sudden passing of Aaron Russell Evans of Dawsonville, GA. on Monday November 11th, 2024.
He is survived by his immediate family, wife Nicole Lowman Evans; parents Russell and Lisa Evans of Cumming; mother in law Susan Tait of Cumming; father in law Larry Lowman of Dahlonega; Grandmother Ruth Bullard of Cumming; brother/sister in law...
Sherron Doss
Nov 11, 2024
Sherron Lyman Reiley Doss, born June 24,1945 in Dallas, TX to Charles and Louise Reiley, passed away on November 11, 2024.
Sherron was predeceased by the love of her life, her husband, Roger Carl Doss who died in 2000 at the young age of 57. She is also predeceased by her parents, her brother, Charles “Chuck” Reiley, Jr., and her sister,...
Loy Pruitt
Nov 11, 2024
Mr. Loy Jackson Pruitt 82 of Cumming departed this life Monday November 11, 2024. Mr. Pruitt was born in Cumming to his parents, Alfred and Zonia (Childers) Pruitt. Loy was a lifelong resident of Cumming and was a member of Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church. Loy was a lover of all thing’s electronic having retired from AT&T with over 50 years...
Phillip Kent Ausburn
Nov 11, 2024
Mr. Phillip Kent Ausburn, 72, of Cumming, GA, passed away on Monday, November 11, 2024. Born in Atlanta to Claude Ausburn and Helen Glosson, Phillip lived a life marked by dedication to his family, country, and work. In 1971, he married his beloved wife, Joan Loe Ausburn, in Avondale Estates, and shortly afterward, he joined the United States Air Force,...
Jeanne Marie Everett
Nov 9, 2024
February 3, 1939 - November 9, 2024
Jeanne Marie Everett, 85, of Cumming passed away Saturday, November 9, 2024, in hospice care at Emory University Hospital. Jeanne and husband Walter were married for 56 years and shared a lifetime of love and cherished memories.
Jeanne was preceded in death by her parents Joseph L. and Helen B. McCanna as well as her...
David H. Galvin
Nov 8, 2024
David H. Galvin, age 85, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2024, with his loving family by his side. His parents and two older brothers predeceased him. He is survived by his devoted wife of 64 years, Mary; his son, David (and Cindy); his daughter, Gabrielle (and Hershel) Bennett; his grandchildren, David (and Jenna), Christopher (and Amanda), and Michael Galvin,...
Jerry Rice
Nov 7, 2024
Jerry Rice, 74, of Cumming, GA passed away November 7, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. Jerry was born in Albany, GA to the late James and Katie Rice. Mr. Rice was a huge fan of the University Of Georgia sports and the family ask all who attend to please wear red, black or your UGA apparel to the services.
Jerry...
Joe (Bug) Echols
Nov 7, 2024
Joe (Bug) Echols, 78, a lifelong resident of Cumming passed away Thursday, November 7, 2024. Joe was a U.S. Army veteran, serving in Vietnam and was an electrician by trade. Known as a “fix-it” man, he was loyal to his friends, helping everyone and enjoyed fishing and camping. Joe coached baseball over the years and served as a Scoutmaster for...
Michael “Mike” Joseph Derden
Nov 6, 2024
Michael "Mike" Joseph Derden, 62, of Cumming passed away on November 6th, 2024. He was raised in Lilburn, Georgia by the late Bill and Pat Derden.
Mike was a loving husband, father, son, and friend. He had a big smile, loved conversation, and never met a stranger. Mike was an avid fan of ProWrestling and many sports teams. He loved watching...
Dorothy Day Holbrook
Nov 5, 2024
Dorothy Day Holbrook, 89 of Forsyth County affectionately known as ( Mama Dot ) passed away the morning of Nov. 5, 2024 with Gary, Becky & caregiver Debbie Larue by her side at home. She was born in Forsyth County and a 73 year faithful member of Long Street Baptist Church, where she loved her church family. She was a...
Cathrine C. Grindle
Nov 5, 2024
Cathrine C. Grindle, 73, of Cumming passed away Tuesday, November 5, 2024. Cathrine was a longtime member of Salem Baptist Church and was supportive of her church family and community. She was retired after 30 years as a school teacher at Chestatee Elementary School. She enjoyed singing and watching football. Above all, Cathrine loved her family and was of good...
Eveylyn Mae Witherow
Nov 4, 2024
Evelyn Mae Witherow, a lifelong resident of Forsyth County, passed away on Monday, November 4, 2024. She was preceded in death by her husband Roscoe Witherow and son, Kenneth Witherow. Survivors include daughters and Son-in-laws, Patricia and Dale Cooper of Royston, GA; Martha and Joe Roberts of Cumming, GA; sister Betty Ann Ramey of Cumming, sisters-in-law Pauline Long of Cumming,...
Discover Recent Obituaries in Cumming, GA, and Surrounding Areas. Find Solace in Our Thoughtfully Curated Selection of Tributes. Celebrate the Lives of Beloved Ones with Heartfelt Remembrances. Explore Touching Obituaries Reflecting the Essence of Our Community. Pay Tribute to Those Who Have Made a Difference in Your Life.
Subscribe
Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries
You Don’t Have to Grieve Alone
Your story is unique, and your pain is intensely personal. That doesn’t mean you have to face it by yourself. Find welcoming, empathetic connections at HeartLight Center’s support groups and events.
