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Willard Kenneth Bryant, lovingly known as Kenneth or Ken, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2025, at the age of 89, as a resident of Loganville, Georgia. Born on March 3, 1936, in Dalton, Georgia, Ken lived a long, full life marked by devotion to his family, hard work, and the simple joys that brought him true happiness. A 1953 graduate of Dalton High School, Ken proudly built a 40-year career as a printer with Foote and Davies. He was deeply dedicated to his craft and well-respected by colleagues who valued his reliability, skill, and strong work ethic. Outside of work, Ken found joy in the outdoors and in the company of those he loved. He enjoyed camping, tending to his garden, and...

Joel Lino Hammer passed away peacefully at his home on August 15, 2025. Born in Haverhill, Massachusetts on September 3,1937, he was the fourth and youngest child of the late Burton W. and Margherita T. (Gazzotti) Hammer of Haverhill, Massachusetts and the husband of the late Paula Ann (Stephens) Hammer. He grew up in Haverhill and graduated from both the Haverhill High School and Haverhill Trade School in 1955. Joel worked for several tool and die makers in Massachusetts after graduation, as well as serving eight years in the US Naval Reserves. Eventually he ended up working at AVCO, where he met his future wife and the love of his life Paula. They were married in 1962 and celebrated 60...

Babye Jewel Oakes Baggett was more than our Mother. She was a wife, a grandma known as 'Ma', a poet, a dancer, a storyteller. A lover of life filled with positive energy who endured and handled the five of us. Ninety-Six years ago, she was born in Lawrenceville, GA., the only town she would ever live in, almost next door from her childhood sweetheart and soul mate, Joe. They eloped in 1948 and were together until Daddy's death in 2002. Mother was always questioned about her Southern name, which was never a mystery when her father, Jule Oakes was married to Jewel Hill Oakes and that she was the baby of the family. Mother's life was filled with adventure: the love of the hunt for a bargain,...

Sheila Lillian Davis, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2025, in Hoschton, Georgia, at the age of 93. Born on August 9, 1931, in London, England, Sheila carried the grace and strength of her heritage with her throughout her life. Sheila pursued her passion for fashion by earning a Certificate in Fashion Design from Harper College. Her creativity, eye for detail, and elegant sense of style were reflected in everything she did, especially in her love for sewing. In addition to her artistic talents, Sheila was a dedicated tennis enthusiast and an active member of the Daughters of the British Empire in the USA, proudly celebrating her...

Mary Stiller Rosas, 88, of Lawrenceville, Georgia, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2025, after an extended illness. Mary was born on August 19, 1936, in Rowan County, North Carolina. She grew up in Rockwell, North Carolina and graduated from Rockwell High School. After graduation, she moved to Charlotte where she met her husband Fred Rosas. Fred and Mary were married for 60 years. With Fred serving active duty in the U.S. Army for more than 20 years, they lived at various locations including Paris, France; El Paso, Texas; Guatemala City, Guatemala; Huntsville, Alabama; and Augusta, Georgia. Fred and Mary retired in Augusta and later moved to Lawrenceville. Mary was preceded in death by...

Geraldine (Gerri) Eva Holroyd, 96 has left this world to go on to her next adventure. She departed on 2/16/2025, in Lawrenceville, GA. It was with gracefulness and serenity that this Aquarian soul has moved onward. She was born on January 25, 1929, in Seaside, CA to Pearl Webb and Gerald Rodriguez. Geraldine was raised by her loving grandfather, Frank Webb, and she was a California girl of five generations. She went to Whittier High School in California with her sister Adeline and raised her family in Norwalk, CA. with her husband, Dr. Edward A Holroyd Jr. Geraldine was active at her church, St. Linus Catholic Church, in Norwalk, CA and was a wonderful Girl Scout leader and Cub Scout leader....

Carole B. Dautch of Lawrenceville, GA, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2025. She was born to Ruth Frances and H. Jarvis Brand in Buffalo, NY. Carole graduated from Akron Central High School. Carole was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Samuel "Sandy" Dautch of 60 years and beloved son, Thomas Ewell Dautch. Beside her husband and son, Carole is also predeceased by her brothers James W. Brand and Eugene J. Brand, and is survived by her brother, Jon C. Brand and his wife Lynn, she is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Carole will be interred beside her husband and son. There will be no prior visitation or memorial service. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the...

Dorothy "Dottie" Marie Smith, age 89, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2025. She was born on September 14, 1935, in Atlanta, GA, to the late Oscar and Grace Baker Smith. Dottie devoted 43 years of her life to her career as a bookkeeper at Wells Fargo & Associates before retiring. A woman of deep faith, Dottie was a lifelong member of the Baptist church, finding strength and comfort in her relationship with the Lord. She was known for her kindness, warmth, and unwavering devotion to her family and friends. Dottie was preceded in death by her parents, Oscar and Grace Baker Smith; her brother, Marvin Smith; and her sister, Elizabeth Smith Davidson. She is survived by her loving...

John O Dyer of Loganville, GA passed away on 02-05-2025 after a well fought battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife of 39 years Norma Jean Dyer, sons Richard E Dyer of Gastonia, NC, H. Keith Dyer of Rock Hill, SC and John E Dyer of Charlotte, NC. as well as 6 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. He also has several relatives residing in upstate NY. He was predeceased by his father, John R Dyer of Centerville and mother, Agnes Neff Dyer, also of Centerville. Mr. Dyer was a graduate of Harpursville Central School as is his surviving wife, the former Jean Craig. Mr. Dyer studied at several colleges and universities with degrees from Broom Tech, Oakland Community College and New York...

John O. Dyer of Loganville, GA passed away on 02-05-2025 after a well fought battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife of 39 years Norma Jean Dyer, sons Richard E Dyer of Gastonia, NC, H. Keith Dyer of Rock Hill, SC and John E Dyer of Charlotte, NC. as well as 6 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Mr. Dyer and his family were former residents of Tega Cay, SC. Mr. Dyer was a member of the first elected City Council and was often referred to as the "Father of Tega Cay" based on the work he did "fronting" the group which obtained the city charter in 1983. He also served on the Tega Cay Home Owners Board and was active in the little league program as a coach and umpire. Mr. Dyer spent...

Kevin Thomas King, born in France on December 9th 1957, went to be with his Heavenly Father on Thursday, November 21st 2024 from the comfort of his home in Grayson, Georgia. Kevin will be remembered for his generous spirit, his contagious gusto for life, his captivating sense of humor and his genuine acceptance and love of all people. He devoted his life to providing for the ones he loved and worked tirelessly to make sure they were always taken care of. Kevin is survived by his wife Lisa of 43 years; daughters, Heather, Erin and Kristen; and five grandchildren, Ezra, Maddie, Wyatt, Noah and Georgia Mae. A visitation will be held from 4:00 - 7:00PM on Monday, December 2, 2024 at Wages &...

Randy Michael Krause, 73, of Lawrenceville, Georgia, passed away on August 20, 2024, at Orchard at Brookhaven. When his body released his soul, he was reunited with his wife Vicki, his mother Beverly Hanson, his father and stepmother Don and Joyce Krause, and his best friend Rowdy the Dog. He is survived by his siblings, Debra Wood, Turk Krause, and Mary Mease Wilson; his stepfather Bob Hanson; twenty-five nieces and nephews; and dozens of great- nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his son Gabriel Krause of Indianapolis and his daughter Josie Nackers of Atlanta, as well as their spouses and children. Randy was born in Algona, Iowa and grew up on a farm. He graduated from John F....

John Stephen Chisholm, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, and friend passed away unexpectedly with his devoted wife, Cathy, by his side on June 9, 2024, at the age of 77. Born on May 5, 1947, in Waltham, MA; beloved son of the late William and Josephine (Taranto) Chisholm. John is survived by his wife Catherine (Foster) Chisholm; his son Jeff Chisholm and his fianc? Kim Brouthers of Oxford, MA; his daughter Jill Piedrahita and her husband Farben of Westford, MA; his stepdaughter Colleen (Hawco) Sieber and her husband, the late Sam of Fairbanks, AK; his brother Richard Chisholm and his wife Karen of Nashua, NH; his grandchildren: Zaquery, J'Anna, Jared, Abbie,...

James Ferguson Pack of Lawrenceville, Georgia, age 90, died peacefully at his home on May 15, 2024. He was preceded in death by his wife of 23 years, Joyce (d. 1981) and by his wife of 32 years, Kay (d. 2019). Mr. Pack was born on December 25, 1933, in Knoxville, Tennessee, the eldest child of the late Edna Baldwin Pack and Benjamin Allison Pack. He spent his formative years in Knoxville, graduating from high school in 1951 and, at the age of 17, enlisting in the US Navy. Following a year of training and duty in California, he was assigned to the 7th Fleet in the Pacific. He served aboard the destroyer USS Jenkins during the Korean War, seeing active duty along the Korean Coast. Patrol...

Claudia Nell Mills Jordan, aged 81, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, March 9th, 2024, just a week shy of her 82nd birthday. Affectionately known as "Mimi" to her grandchildren, she grew up in Stone Mountain, Georgia. She was the daughter of the late Nellie Murphy Mills, also of Stone Mountain, Georgia. She attended Stone Mountain High School, Wesleyan College in Macon and earned a Bachelor's degree from Georgia State University. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Dr. William A. Jordan, Jr, of Lawrenceville, Georgia, retired from a long career as Head of Ancillary Services at Gwinnett County School System, and her three sons, David Jordan and his wife Julia, of...

Faye Hargett Green, 84, Jefferson (formerly of Lilburn and Dacula), passed away on March 8, 2024 surrounded by her family. Faye was born in Franklin County, Alabama (Belgreen community) on September 29, 1939, the daughter of Sid and Learly Hargett. She graduated from Belgreen High School, and then moved to Birmingham where she met the love of her life and soulmate, Bobby Green. They married on June 30, 1962. Faye and Bobby moved to Lilburn, Georgia in November of 1972, where they raised their two daughters. Faye was employed by Gwinnett County Public Schools where she worked as a bus driver for 30 years. In addition to her parents and her husband, Faye is preceded in death by her six...

Faye Hargett Green, 84, Jefferson (formerly of Lilburn and Dacula), passed away on March 8, 2024 surrounded by her family. Faye was born in Franklin County, Alabama (Belgreen community) on September 29, 1939, the daughter of Sid and Learly Hargett. She graduated from Belgreen High School, and then moved to Birmingham where she met the love of her life and soulmate, Bobby Green. They married on June 30, 1962. Faye and Bobby moved to Lilburn, Georgia in November of 1972, where they raised their two daughters. Faye was employed by Gwinnett County Public Schools where she worked as a bus driver for 30 years. In addition to her parents and her husband, Faye is preceded in death by her six...

George O. Richbourg, Jr., age 73, passed away on January 26, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, kindness, and culinary passion. Born in Sumter, South Carolina, George called Lawrenceville, Georgia, his beloved home. He was the cherished co-owner and operator of Hometown BBQ in Lawrenceville, where he delighted patrons with his delectable creations and unwavering hospitality. George's journey began with academic excellence, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Business with a minor in Psychology from Baptist College of Charleston, South Carolina. This academic foundation would lay the groundwork for his successful endeavors in both business and interpersonal relationships. Beyond his...

George O. Richbourg, Jr., age 73, passed away on January 26, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, kindness, and culinary passion. Born in Sumter, South Carolina, George called Lawrenceville, Georgia, his beloved home. He was the cherished co-owner and operator of Hometown BBQ in Lawrenceville, where he delighted patrons with his delectable creations and unwavering hospitality. George's journey began with academic excellence, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Business with a minor in Psychology from Baptist College of Charleston, South Carolina. This academic foundation would lay the groundwork for his successful endeavors in both business and interpersonal relationships. Beyond his...

Julia Nell (Wheeler) Coor passed away on December 4, 2023 in Lawrenceville, GA at the age of 88. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Harry Eugene Coor, her parents Marvin and Ben Wheeler, and her brothers Don and Charles Wheeler. She is survived by her children Charles Coor (Amy) and Jocelyn Finnegan (Brian); her grandchildren Hilary Coor (Chris Hettenkofer), Chelsea Dowty (David), Elliott Coor (Alexandra), and Clayton Finnegan; and her great-grandchildren, Claire Hettenkofer, Miles Hettenkofer, Oliver Coor, Solan Dowty, Sophie Coor, Joss Dowty, and Graham Coor. Julia had a deep love for her family. She shared an adventuresome life with her husband Harry and they were married...

Julia Nell (Wheeler) Coor passed away on December 4, 2023 in Lawrenceville, GA at the age of 88. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Harry Eugene Coor, her parents Marvin and Ben Wheeler, and her brothers Don and Charles Wheeler. She is survived by her children Charles Coor (Amy) and Jocelyn Finnegan (Brian); her grandchildren Hilary Coor (Chris Hettenkofer), Chelsea Dowty (David), Elliott Coor (Alexandra), and Clayton Finnegan; and her great-grandchildren, Claire Hettenkofer, Miles Hettenkofer, Oliver Coor, Solan Dowty, Sophie Coor, Joss Dowty, and Graham Coor. Julia had a deep love for her family. She shared an adventuresome life with her husband Harry and they were married...