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Recent Obituaries in Cumming, GA

Roger Lee Grimes

Roger Lee Grimes

Oct 14, 2024

Roger Lee Grimes, age 73, of Forsyth County, passed away on October 14th, 2024. He was one of six children born to Nolan Grimes Sr. and Aline Glover Grimes. Roger was always an avid sportsman. He loved playing, coaching, and umpiring baseball and softball. He also refereed basketball. He especially loved coaching his children. Roger was considered the peacekeeper and...

Kay Frances McMaster Barrow

Kay Frances McMaster Barrow

Oct 14, 2024

Kay Frances McMaster was born on March 11, 1939 in New Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, Clarion County. She lived in Pennsylvania, Georgia, and Virginia, before the family settled in Orlando, Florida in 1946. She moved to Georgia in 1959 and married Dennis Barrow on July 11, 1966. Kay attended Concord Park Elementary School, Memorial Middle School, and Edgewater High School, all in...

Harold G. Rainey, Sr.

Harold G. Rainey, Sr.

Oct 12, 2024

Harold G. Rainey Sr., age 77, of Cumming, Georgia passed away on Saturday, October 12, 2024. He was born in Fort Valley, Georgia on December 10, 1946. Harold was one of ten children; the proud fifth son of Edgar Knox Rainey Sr. and Blanche Hewitt Rainey. Harold was a Master Electrician and the owner of his own business for over...

Linda Lou Shadburn

Linda Lou Shadburn

Oct 12, 2024

Ms. Linda Lou Jones Shadburn, 74, of Cumming departed this life October 12, 2024, at her residence surrounded by her family. Linda was a lifelong resident of Forsyth County spending most of her life in the Ducktown and Heardsville community. Linda was a member of Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church; most important she was saved by the grace of God! Linda...

Benjamin Conn Wallace

Benjamin Conn Wallace

Oct 11, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Benjamin “Ben” Conn Wallace, age 30, who left us unexpectedly on October 11, 2024. Ben was a devoted father, cherished son, and beloved brother, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of all who knew him.

As a mechanic and son of a mechanic, Ben had a passion for cars and...

Gerard Hugh Bogan

Gerard Hugh Bogan

Oct 11, 2024

Gerard Hugh Bogan, born July 21, 1943 in Plainfield, New Jersey succumbed at home to pancreatic cancer on Friday, October 11, 2024 in the presence of his wife Mary Catherine Warholic Bogan.

Gerard (Gerry), served in the New Jersey Army National Guard, attended the National School of Aeronautics Airline Training, and studied Business Economics at the University of Virginia. Gerard also...

Evelyn C. Tribble

Evelyn C. Tribble

Oct 9, 2024

Evelyn Cox Tribble of Cumming, Georgia went to heaven on October 9, 2024. She was born on August 23, 1927 in Canton, Georgia to Benjamin Claude Cox and Lunnie Mae Eaton Cox. Evelyn was a beloved wife and mother, a registered nurse, member of Friendship Baptist Church and a proud member of the Order of the Eastern Star.

Evelyn was preceded...

Margaret Collins Ledoux

Margaret Collins Ledoux

Oct 9, 2024

Margaret Collins Ledoux, age 91, of Forsyth County, GA, formerly of Fayette County, GA, passed away on October 9th, 2024. She was the oldest of nine children born to Joseph and Jesse Collins. Margaret was a true southern matriarch to her family providing love, strength, and security to her family. She was a loving mother, an avid gardener and a...

Riddick Marshall Jones, Jr.

Riddick Marshall Jones, Jr.

Oct 8, 2024

Riddick Marshall Jones (known as Marshall), 90, of Cumming, Georgia, passed away peacefully at home. Born in Suffolk, Virginia, Aug. 16, 1934. He was a devoted husband, father, and community member.

 

Riddick married his childhood sweetheart, Frances Yvonne Butler, in 1955. He owned a small gas station before being drafted into the Army the same year, where he proudly served until...

Neal Douthit

Neal Douthit

Oct 7, 2024

Neal Douthit, our hero, has passed peacefully and is now reunited with his sweetheart Penny. Neal was a persistent fellow, having served in the Marine corps, and secured a date with Penny after noticing her at the Varsity in Atlanta. In his 84 years on this Earth, Neal accomplished so much. He worked at Mathis Dairy ensuring milk was provided...

Dollie Woodruff

Dollie Woodruff

Oct 6, 2024

Dollie Woodruff, a cherished soul whose spirit graced the lives of many, was born on December 6,1964 in Duluth, Georgia. She departed from this life on October 6, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, determination, and joy.

Dollie was not just a high school graduate; she was embodiment of resilience and joy, a woman who truly lived life to its...

Esther Elizabeth "Liz" Laws

Esther Elizabeth "Liz" Laws

Oct 5, 2024

Esther Elizabeth “Liz” Laws, 87, of Dawsonville, formerly of Cumming passed away Saturday, October 5, 2024. Liz was a hard-working, independent woman who had a dry sense of humor. She worked for many years in the accounting office of the Walmart store in Cumming.

Survivors include her sons, Brent Laws and Blake Laws; grandchildren, Brandon Cody, Justin Green, Jonathan Laws; 5...

Ann Durham

Ann Durham

Oct 4, 2024

Ann Durham, a cherished and devoted member of her family and community, passed away peacefully at her residence on October 4, 2024, at the age of 83. Born in Alpharetta on February 28, 1941, Ann's warm and caring nature was evident throughout her life. As an accomplished office manager for Control Southern, Inc., an engineering company, she showcased her remarkable...

Ardell L. Bennett

Ardell L. Bennett

Oct 3, 2024

 

Ardell Cain Bennett, 95 of Gainesville, GA passed away peacefully with family members by her side, Thursday, October 3, 2024.

Born in Dawson County, Mrs. Bennett lived in Forsyth County most of her life. She was the daughter of Gordon and Etta Cain of Dawsonville, GA.

Mrs. Bennett was her happiest when she was gardening and canning her delicious 

green beans! She was...

Lindsey Mary Hansard

Lindsey Mary Hansard

Oct 2, 2024

Lindsey Mary Hansard, age 77, of Cumming, Georgia unexpectedly passed away on October 2, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia.

Lindsey was born on December 22, 1946 in Croydon, England to her parents Doreen Mary and Kenneth Charles Anderson. Lindsey grew up in the United Kingdom until the age of 16 when her family relocated to the states for her fathers job. Lindsey,...

Susan Lynn Elliott Kennedy

Susan Lynn Elliott Kennedy

Oct 1, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Susan Lynn Elliott Kennedy, beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, on October 1, 2024, at the age of 73. Susan passed away peacefully surrounded by her family and dearest friend.

Born on June 16, 1951, in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, Susan was the daughter of Duane and Alice Elliott....

Joan Annette Croy

Joan Annette Croy

Sep 29, 2024

Joan Annette Croy, a beloved wife, mother, Grammy, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2024 after a short battle with cancer. Born on June 17, 1947 in Atlanta, Georgia, she graced the world with her warmth and kindness for over 77 years.

Annette’s life was a testament to the values she held dear – her family and her...

Col. Ralph Edgar Duncan

Col. Ralph Edgar Duncan

Sep 27, 2024

Col. Ralph Edgar Duncan (Ret.) age 80, of Cumming, GA passed away on September 27th, 2024. He was born on November 18th, 1943, in Memphis, TN, to the late Ralph Hugh and Mary Virginia Duncan. As a boy, he grew up in Mayfield, KY, with a deep love of his family and the outdoors. As a young man he earned...

Earnest (Hoosty) Honea

Earnest (Hoosty) Honea

Sep 26, 2024

Earnest (Hoosty) Honea, 87, of Cumming, GA passed away September 26, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.

He was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church for 52 years and loved sharing about Jesus with everyone he met. Mr. Honea served in the Army from 1961-1963 and was very proud of his service to this country. Earnest was part of the...

Geraldine Harrington

Geraldine Harrington

Sep 25, 2024

Geraldine “Jerry” Harrington, of Cumming, Georgia, passed away peacefully on September 25, 2024 at the age of 88. Her son and daughter-in-law, Jim and Melinda, were by her side. A devoted wife and loving mother, Jerry’s legacy will forever be cherished by those who knew her.

Jerry was born in Atlanta on July 27, 1936, and moved to Forsyth County in...

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