Alice Dubberly Cahoon died peacefully in her sleep on April 4 at her Atlanta home, where she had lived for the past 40 years. She lived two years past her goal of making it to 100, despite the increasing effects of the dementia that ultimately caused her death. Alice was born in her grandparents' home on November 27, 1918, on her family's farm in the Rye Patch community of what is now Long County, but which at the time was still Liberty County. She was the only child of Julia Hires and William Emmett ("Emmett") Dubberly. Just as she avoided becoming infected with the virus that has created the current global pandemic, she also escaped the Spanish flu that was raging worldwide in the...

Luke Miller Allen, 35, of Atlanta, died April 1, 2021. Luke had a successful career in commercial real estate- known not only for work ethic but also for his commitment to always doing what was right. Most of all, he will be remembered as a husband, father and son, who poured his whole self into his family and friends. His favorite thing to do was going on golf-cart rides with his son and then shoot hoops. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Allen; son, Grafton Miller Allen; parents, Charles and Ruth Ann Allen; sister, Hannah Ruth Poland; and brother, Jake Miller Allen. A memorial service and reception following the service will be Tuesday, April 6, 2021 at 11 o'clock at H.M. Patterson and...

Edward Lloyd Brown (EB), 74, of Cumming died March 29, 2021. Mr. Brown was born in Charlotte, NC and was the son of the late Hugh Robert Brown and Emma Trescott Brown. He served honorably in the U.S. Air Force and graduated from the University of Tennessee. Mr. Brown enjoyed a successful career in commercial mortgage lending as an executive for JP Morgan-Chase. He was also a pioneer with East Marietta Pop Warner Football, and a life-long sports fan of the Atlanta Braves, Atlanta Falcons and NASCAR. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Sandra McCalla Brown of Cumming; sons, Edward L. Brown, Jr., wife Melonie of Charlotte, NC; Scott Brown and Sarah Ross of Marietta, GA; Jason Brown, wife...

Robert Lester Wilkes, age 91, of Athens GA passed away March 18, 2021 after a short illness. Mr. Wilkes was the youngest of three sons born to John Wilkes and Beulah Thompson Wilkes in Lyons, GA. He grew up in Lyons on the family farm. He graduated from the University of Georgia in 1953. After graduation, he went home to work with his father and brother. He soon decided the farm was not his calling and started work with the Soil Conservation Service. Over his career he mapped the soils of almost one million acres in 100 Georgia counties. His two favorite sites to map were the Chickamauga Battlefield and the two weeks he spent mapping Cumberland Island. His work was published and...

Charles Milton Shaffer, Jr., was a beloved and caring husband, father, and grandfather, a loyal and devoted friend, a successful lawyer and a dedicated civic volunteer. Charlie approached life with unparalleled enthusiasm and unlimited encouragement and compassion for others. Although he lost his battle with Alzheimer's on Thursday, March 18, 2021, he took on this challenge just as he did everything else in life - with humility, courage and optimism. His openness and candor about his diagnosis helped raise awareness and acceptance of a disease that affects over six million Americans. Charlie was born on December 21, 1941 in Durham, North Carolina to Charles Milton Shaffer and Charlotte...

Charles Milton Shaffer, Jr., was a beloved and caring husband, father, and grandfather, a loyal and devoted friend, a successful lawyer and a dedicated civic volunteer. Charlie approached life with unparalleled enthusiasm and unlimited encouragement and compassion for others. Although he lost his battle with Alzheimer's on Thursday, March 18, 2021, he took on this challenge just as he did everything else in life - with humility, courage and optimism. His openness and candor about his diagnosis helped raise awareness and acceptance of a disease that affects over six million Americans. Charlie was born on December 21, 1941 in Durham, North Carolina to Charles Milton Shaffer and Charlotte...

Charles Milton Shaffer, Jr., was a beloved and caring husband, father, and grandfather, a loyal and devoted friend, a successful lawyer and a dedicated civic volunteer. Charlie approached life with unparalleled enthusiasm and unlimited encouragement and compassion for others. Although he lost his battle with Alzheimer's on Thursday, March 18, 2021, he took on this challenge just as he did everything else in life - with humility, courage and optimism. His openness and candor about his diagnosis helped raise awareness and acceptance of a disease that affects over six million Americans. Charlie was born on December 21, 1941 in Durham, North Carolina to Charles Milton Shaffer and Charlotte...

Jacqueline A. McCarthy, 52, of Atlanta, died March 4, 2021. Miss McCarthy was born in New York City and was the daughter of the late John A. and Marilyn B. McCarthy. She graduated from The Hun School of Princeton and from Bennington College in Vermont. Jackie was a talented artist, perfectionist, avid gardener and devoted caretaker of her dear mother. Jackie was happiest in her home on Cape Cod. She was affectionately known as "Aunt Jackie" to not only all of her adored nieces and nephews but also all of their friends. She is survived by her brother, Mark McCarthy (Gai Lynn); sister, Marie Louise Raymond (Tim); nieces and nephews, Christopher McCarthy (Marines), Erin McCarthy, Matthew...

On Wednesday, February 17, 2021 Carol Anne (Colavito) Burke, loving wife and mother of three, passed away at the age of 78, has moved on to enjoy the rewards of her greater destiny and is now in the presence of Our Father in Heaven. Born on August 26, 1942, to Alfred Michael and Anna Milano Colavito, Carol grew up in The Village of Fairview, in Southern New Jersey. Having met as classmates at Camden Catholic High School, she and Joseph Patrick Burke fell in love. They were consummate loving high school sweethearts, graduating in 1960. One week after his graduation from college, they were married on June 20, 1964. They raised two sons, David and Paul, and one daughter, Suzanne. Throughout...

Bette Jo Wilkinson, age 82, of Vinings, Georgia passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, February 13, 2021. Bette was born on July 16, 1938, in DeWitt, Michigan, the first child of the late John D. and Donna C. McCrum. She was a graduate and lifelong fan of nearby Michigan State University. Bette met and fell in love with her husband, Gordie, on the beach while vacationing in Treasure Island, Fl. Gordie was working at the Bilmar Beach Resort, and ultimately convinced Bette to get a job there so that they could spend more time together. After a whirlwind romance, they were married 2-3 months later, on May 19, 1962. Bette was an accomplished businesswoman, an amazing wife, mother,...

Leigh Ann (L.A.) (Harville) Griswold passed away peacefully on February 11th, 2021. She was surrounded by her loving husband, Douglas (Doug) and two sons, Keith and Michael. Leigh Ann was born in Richmond, Kentucky on March 17th, 1966 to the late Mr. Robert H. Harville and Mrs. Sandra (Sandy) Harville Connor. She spent her entire childhood in Richmond, forming many close friendships that lasted her whole life. Leigh Ann received an Associate of Arts degree from Eastern Kentucky University, and then went on to earn a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Georgia State University, working to pay her own way through both. Leigh Ann would talk so fondly of her two sons, Keith and Michael and...

Lois Nichelson Beauchamp (nee Bacigalupo) of Amelia Island, FL and Atlanta, GA, widow of Jack D. Nichelson and Robert C. Beauchamp died on February 1, 2021. Survived by her brother Robert F. Bacigalupo of Chicago, IL and sister Evelyn Decabooter of Chino Valley, AZ. Lois was the mother of 3 children, Mark J. Nichelson (deceased), Robert Reed Nichelson of Vashon Island, WA and Lane Nichelson Winstead (James) of Nashville, TN and 3 grandchildren and loving step sons, David C. Beauchamp (Lynne) and Andrew C. Beauchamp (Libby) and 8 step grandchildren and devoted friends, Laura Brown and Bonnie Mitchell. Lois graduated from Trinity High School, River Forest, IL, and Mt. Mary University in...

Wallace Henry Haywood, 95 years old of Marietta died January 27, 2021 after a period of declining health. He was born August 23, 1925, the oldest of four children to Eva and Henry Haywood of Columbus, Ga. Wallace was a part of "the greatest generation" having enlisted in the Army at the age of 18. He worked in the Army 741st Railway Operating Battalion, moving soldiers and equipment through France, Belgium and into Germany in the months following the D-Day invasion to liberate Europe. For his service, he was awarded The European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal, the Good Conduct Medal, and the World War II Victory Medal. After an honorable discharge and returning home he continued...

Mrs. Ruth Abernethy Homer, age 87, died January 26, 2021. Ruth was a graduate of Russell High School and Piedmont Hospital School of Nursing, where she became a Registered Nurse. She was an eternal optimist and could find good in anybody and anything. She was known for her constant smile and infectious laugh. She loved spending time with her family and was the life of a good party. She was voted most popular in high school and married Hal Homer, her high school sweetheart. Ruth loved all sports. She played basketball and was a cheerleader in high school and loved playing tennis and golf with Hal and her friends. She frequently finished first for her age group in the annual Lake...

David Gordon Allen, born April 5, 1950, died on January 6, 2021 of a Covid related illness. He is preceded in death by his son, Justin Allen, brother, Lonnie Allen, mother, Vivian Wyatt, and father, Alfred Allen. He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Pam Allen, daughter, Christy Allen Brown, son-in-law, Steven Brown, three grandchildren, Caiden Allen, Lee Brown and Emily Brown, sister, Joanne Durham, and brother, Gary Allen. David proudly served as a United States Marine and was a veteran of the Vietnam War. Following his service, he got his degree in Computer Science and found a love for technology in education. He worked as a computer operator for Kissimmee Schools in Florida...

David Gordon Allen, born April 5, 1950, died on January 6, 2021 of a Covid related illness. He is preceded in death by his son, Justin Allen, brother, Lonnie Allen, mother, Vivian Wyatt, and father, Alfred Allen. He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Pam Allen, daughter, Christy Allen Brown, son-in-law, Steven Brown, three grandchildren, Caiden Allen, Lee Brown and Emily Brown, sister, Joanne Durham, and brother, Gary Allen. David proudly served as a United States Marine and was a veteran of the Vietnam War. Following his service, he got his degree in Computer Science and found a love for technology in education. He worked as a computer operator for Kissimmee Schools in Florida...

Helen Harrod Morgan passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on January 2, 2021. She was born May 16, 1939 in Gulfport, Mississippi. She graduated from Gulfport High School and the University of Southern Mississippi. She was an elected beauty at Gulfport High School, as well as all four years at University of Southern Mississippi. Helen was selected by Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz as National Rose of Delta Sigma Pi. After college, she taught elementary school in Houma, Louisiana, Jacksonville, Florida, Las Vegas, Nevada, and Atlanta, Georgia. She married Dr. Douglas H. Morgan in 1966. Helen served as President of the Atlanta Chi Omega Alumni Association. She worked at Glyn Weakley,...

DONALD CAMPBELL, Donald Blythe Campbell passed away on December 28, 2020 after a courageous battle with multiple myeloma and lung cancer. He is survived by his wife Vienna, his son Jon, and his daughter Megan. For more information please visit www.dignitymemorial.com.

Betty Jean (Batson) Cash of Kennesaw, Georgia went to be with the Lord on December 21, 2020. Betty was a devoted Christian and her beautiful spirit inspired all who knew her. Betty's quick wit and fun-loving spirit drew everyone in and her faith-based optimism endeared her to all. Betty lived out her life as her testimony and she's our hero. Betty loved teaching children's Sunday School and Women's Bible Studies but her passion was being of service to her family, friends, spending time with her beloved grandchildren. Her trademark smile and generous heart will be forever missed Betty was preceded in death by her father John A Batson and her mother Eleanor May (High) Batson. She is...

Harry Porter, Jr. MD, passed away Friday, December 18 surrounded by his family. Harry and his wife, Carol, shared 40 wonderful years together. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend who touched the lives of those he met. Harry was passionate about family, food and fellowship, enjoying countless hours researching delicious restaurants and trying new culinary adventures. He embarked on an extensive genealogy endeavor, bringing distant relatives together through several events and capturing his ancestors' rich history. He was brilliant, witty and fun, and was known as a challenging bridge opponent among his friends. Online condolences may be expressed by...

July 28, 1923 - December 16, 2020 Mary Katherine Lattimore Evans was born in Fort Worth, Texas, July 28, 1923, the daughter of Judge Hal S. and Kate McKnight Lattimore. She passed away Wednesday, December 16TH, in Roswell, Georgia, where she had recently moved to be near her daughter, Robley Shirey. She had lived in Rome, Georgia, for the past 40 years. She grew up in Fort Worth, graduating from Paschal High School in 1941. She spent one year at Sullins College, in Bristol, Virginia, then transferred to the University of Texas, where she joined Zeta Tau Alpha sorority, an organization she remained active in throughout her life. The night she met a handsome young Aggie, Captain Robley...