Georgia Funeral Care

Douglas Edward Marlin, age 63, of Acworth, Georgia, passed away peacefully at his home on November 4, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Carol Marlin. Douglas is survived by his loving wife, Donna Marlin; his children, Sasha Anne Freeman (Evan), Lydia Ware (Steven), and Tanner Marlin (Caroline); his sisters, Suzan Smith (Brad) and Nancy Ridge (Larry); and eight cherished grandchildren, Ennsley, Liam, Ezra, Raylan, Duke, Magnolia, Willow, and Saylor. Doug was a proud graduate of the University of Tennessee, where he earned a degree in music. He was employed by ABM Industries at West Georgia University and was also the Minister of Music at Hope Fellowship Church in...

Don Davis Don Davis, age 80, of Cave Spring, Georgia, passed away on Friday, Oct. 25, 2024, surrounded by his family. Born in Gainesville, Florida, in 1944, Don was a lifelong Florida Gators fan, always cheering for his beloved Orange and Blue. He was the son of Raymond and Vera Davis and spent his early years in Gainesville before being called to serve in the Air Force. After his return from Vietnam, he met and fell in love with Gaile Green, who became his best friend and the love of his life for the next 56 years. In 1973, they welcomed their daughter, Christy, completing their family. Don was a dedicated student and earned degrees from the University of Florida, Yale University, the...

Charles Norman Rosser, Jr. passed away on October 24, 2024, while enjoying one of his favorite hobbies. Born on December 24, 1958, raised in Centre, Alabama, Charles dedicated his life to his Cartersville community, family and friends. Charismatic and never having met a stranger, Charles enjoyed a thirty-three-year career with Snap-on Tools, where he earned national recognition as top salesman. During that time he also developed many lifelong friendships. Even in his downtime, he was always busy helping others. Charles made a positive impact on everyone around him. There was never a problem he couldn't make better; his resourcefulness, ingenuity, and tenacity gave him the ability to...

OBITUARY - JAMES "KENNETH" WARE James Kenneth (Ken) Ware was born in South Pittsburg, Tennessee on May 18, 1944 and passed away at his home in Carrolton, Georgia on October 23, 2024. He had a very brief illness with his last days and hours spent at home with friends and family that he loved dearly. Ken was preceded in death by his father and mother, Alf and Bell Ware; two brothers, Aldred (Jr.) Ware and Fred Ware; and two sisters, Mildred Troxell Pierce and Ruby Myers. He is survived by a daughter, Tammy Milfred of Carrolton, a son, James Kenneth (Jennifer) Ware, Jr. of Chattanooga, seven grandchildren, Violet Marrone of Carrolton, Victoria McDonald, Zachary Ware, Nnoah Ware, Jessica Ware,...

Timothy Stadfeld, 77, passed away 21 st October 2024 in Marietta Georgia. At his request, there will be no memorial, but there will be graveside services on Monday, October 28, 2024, 1 PM, at Georgia National Cemetery, 1080 Scott Hudgens Dr. Canton, GA. Tim was born on June 16 th , 1947 in Flint, Michigan to Max and MJ Stadfeld. After receiving his high school diploma, he attended Hillsdale College, where he would meet his future wife, Gail. Upon earning his bachelor's degree in business, he was drafted into the army and served one tour in Vietnam. After his tour, he married Gail, and the couple remained married until she passed on January 10 th , 2022. Throughout his life, Tim enjoyed...

Joy Catherine Evilsizor, age 79, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2024, in Kennesaw, Georgia, following an ischemic stroke suffered on August 31. Born on April 4, 1945, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Joy lived a vibrant and fulfilling life, dedicating her years to family, community, and the love of animals. Joy is survived by her devoted husband, Gail O. Evilsizor, with whom she shared 35 wonderful years of marriage, having tied the knot in Cincinnati, Ohio. Together, they raised a loving family, which includes her children Doug Grant (Marie Faulkner), Jeff Grant (Annette Grant), Scott Grant (Dawn Parks), and Wendy Hill (Michael Hill). Joy was also a proud grandmother to Reilly N. Grant,...

Robert "Bruce" Anderson was an amazing human being. Let's start there. He was a man who loved and was loved by so many, many friends and family throughout his life - a life which was very full and much too short. Bruce was born on June 3, 1960 to Betty and David Anderson in Bristol, Tennessee. He was an only child but one of a beloved pack of cousins who were like siblings. He graduated from Tennessee High School and The University of Tennessee - where he played baritone in the Pride of the Southland Band. He graduated with a Master of Divinity in Christian Education from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, KY. Through the many seasons of his career he taught...

Robert (Bob) August Haas, age 95, devoted husband to the late Lorraine (Lorry) Teresa (Agnew) Haas, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away on Wednesday, August 21st, 2024 surrounded by family and loved ones. Born to August "Gus" and Elsie Haas on November 11th, 1928, Bob brightened all those around him with love, stories, and kindness. He graduated from East Hampton High School in 1946 and joined the United States Marine Corps, earning the GI Bill. He graduated from the University of Connecticut in 1952 with a Bachelor of Science followed by a successful career as a methods engineer with Stanley Tools and in sales with Townsend Textron Fastening Systems. Being a man of many...

Valerie A Caston-Coseo, age 95 of Gulf Breeze, FL went with the Lord Friday, August 16, 2024, after a long illness in Acworth, GA. She was born October 3, 1928 in Vancouver BC, Canada. Please join us for the Celebration of Valerie's Life on Friday, September 6th, 10:30 am at Barrancas National Cemetery, pavilion - shelter B, Pensacola, FL. If you do not have a visitor's pass, arrive at the main gate by 9:00 am. The guard will direct you to the Visitors Control (VCC), Pensacola, FL.

Dianne Dunton Poland October 28, 1940 - August 13, 2024 Dianne was born in Atlanta, daughter of Nann Hicks Dunton and Edward Roy Dunton. She graduated from Chamblee High School and attended the University of Georgia, Georgia State University and the State University of California at Northridge where she graduated with magna cum laude honors in sociology. She married her husband, Dyckman, in 1963 and was the loving mother of two daughters: Amy Poland and Julie Campbell Olszeski (Bernard Olszeski), six grandchildren: Adam Nun, Emily Nun, Noah Nun and Seth Nun, Lilliana Campbell and Adeline Campbell plus one great-granddaughter, Abigail Nun. Dianne was a devout Christian woman,...

Angela "Angie" Michelle Bertrand Coleman, 60, of Acworth died Wednesday, July 10, at Wellstar Kennestone Hospital in Marietta. Angela Michelle Bertrand was born in Lake Charles, Louisiana on November 22, 1963, to Dr. John Avery Bertrand and Ella Mae Simar. She spent her childhood in Crowley, Louisiana and went on to attend Crowley High School and later the University of Southwestern Louisiana (now UL). In 1992, she moved to Georgia and soon after met her soulmate Ron Coleman, Jr. Angie was fiercely loyal and protective over those she loved and was a nurturing and devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. Angie Bertrand Coleman is survived by her husband of 31 years...

"Say not in grief that he is no more' but in thankfulness that he was" With a heavy heart we announce, Irvine Rankin Caswell Jr, Beloved Husband, Father, Stepfather, Brother & Grandfather to many has passed. Fittingly , his soul journeyed forward on July 4th, 2024 after a valiant, hard fought battle with cancer. He was known as a consummate gentleman and a man of Honor, Loyalty & Service. Born June 25, 1935 in Lexington Kentucky to Irvine Rankin Caswell Sr. & Georgia May Stump, Irvine graduated from Henry Clay high school in 1953, before moving to Washington DC where he joined the FBI & attended University to further his studies. In 1955 he joined the Air Force and would...

Mr. Daryl Steven Dover, age 51 of Cartersville passed away tragically on June 28, 2024. He was born August 11, 1971, son of Geraldine Dover and the late Jimmy Dover. He enjoyed riding his bike and going to church. Mr. Dover is preceded in death by his daughter, Sharlie Dover; grand-daughter, McKenzie Ella Dover; father, Jimmy Dover; brother, Dewayne Dover and Uncle Johnny Dover. Survivors include a faithful friend Amanda Mote, of Cartersville; three sons and daughter- in-law, Dustin and Nikki Dover, of Adairsville, Jamie Dover and William Dover both of Cartersville; mother, Geraldine Dover, of Cartersville; special aunt, Shelty Whitener, of Cartersville; half-brother and half-sister, Greg...

Edith "Diddie" Chocallo (Shoemaker) passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 22nd in Acworth, GA. She will be deeply missed by her sister Barbara Walling (Carl), her four children Linda Shealy (Forrest), Eileen Wickett (Paul), Billy (June), Danny (Shelia) and her Indian Godson Andrew (Fatima); her 15 grandchildren Blake, Drew, Kimber, Jordan, Lauren, Daniel, Madi, Will, Anna, Megan, Dalton, Collin, Eric, Shandeepa and Christina; her eight great-grandchildren as well as her nephews Carl (Emily) and Ray. Diddie was born in 1939 and grew up in Rockdale, Pennsylvania with her parents Ray and Beatrice Shoemaker and younger sister. She was graduated as Valedictorian of Chester High School in...

Peggy Joyce Schwartz October 26, 1935 - April 12, 2024 With heavy hearts, we bid farewell to a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, Peggy Schwartz, who departed this world at the age of 88. Peggy passed away surrounded by the love of her family and friends on April 12, 2024. Born on October 26, 1935, Peggy was an exemplary figure of grace, kindness, and poise. She was openhearted, despite hardship, and was a paragon of quiet strength and faith. Those who were privileged to call themselves her friend or family, felt the warmth of her exceptional capacity for love. Throughout her 88 years, Peggy touched the lives of many, both in Georgia, where she was born and raised, and...

Annie Lou (Ann) Ivey, 92, of Cartersville, Georgia, went to her heavenly home on Saturday morning, April 6, 2024. A loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother, her life was devoted to serving Jesus and her family and helping others. Always looking for ways to help other people, she touched many lives by meeting their needs. As a pastor's wife, she was active as a Beginner's Sunday School teacher, planning activities for youth and many other church activities. She helped with many weddings, planning wedding receptions for most couples, which often included her baking and decorating their wedding cake. Doing for others brought her great joy. Her heart...

Tom H. Hoover, Jr. passed away on April 1, 2024, with his family by his side. He was born in Charlotte, NC on November 12, 1933. Tom was preceded in death by his parents, Tom and Villah Hoover, and Jane's parents, Carlisle and Bonnie Gibson. Tom is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years, Jane, his dear sons, Tom (Dee) and John (Brittany) of Atlanta, his sister, Margaret (Buddy) Quickel of Waynesboro, VA, his niece Linda Quickel of Waynesboro, VA, his nephews Barry (Dana) Quickel and Bobby (Angela) Quickel of Fishersville, VA, and his adored grandchildren, Austin, Thomas (Annie), Kylie, Emma and Gibson. In 1951 Tom graduated from Harding High School in Charlotte where he was the lead...

Ruby Ann Crowe Clayton age 89 of Fairmount, Ga passed away peacefully at home with her family on March 17, 2024 after a brief illness. Ruby was born in Marietta, Ga and was a life long resident. She was a graduate of Acworth High School. She married Louie Clayton in 1954. Ruby worked as a library assistant for 30 plus years at Blackwell Elementary School. After her retirement she worked with the Baptist Mobile Health Ministry serving all over the state to the dental needs of the underserved, Ruby was a member of Noonday Baptist Church for 70 plus years. While there she served in so many ways sharing gods word. She loved reading and history. She also loved to sing and shared her love and...

Anna Jane Bullock Bergwall (1946-2024) Anna Jane Bergwall, age 77, of Kennesaw, GA passed away peacefully at home on March 15, 2024, after a courageous battle with a brief illness. Born in Columbus, OH, Jane spent her early years in Marysville, OH and Colorado Springs, CO following her father's career with the Nestl? Corporation. Her family then moved to Elmsford, NY where she graduated from Alexander Hamilton High School in 1964. Pursuing her passion for learning, Jane graduated from Valparaiso University in 1968 with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and minor in Biology. While attending Valparaiso in Indiana, Jane met her match, Donald Bergwall, where they married...

Jacob Liam Baggett, age 29, of Bartow County, Georgia passed away February 14, 2024. Jacob was born January 6, 1995, the son of William Baggett and Stephanie Gaddis. We will forever treasure Jacob's time with us as a son, father, brother and friend, whose abiding love for everyone he came to know was unconditional and abundant. He filled our lives with humor, joy and positivity even in his worst of times. He loved to play basketball, at which he excelled throughout his youth. He was a talented artist and an avid lover of music. Jacob was a man of many talents and interests, and without a doubt, the love and bond with his two children, Caleb and Caylin, was the greatest of...

Jim Wooten was a man of many interests and much service to each. To the general public, Jim was the award-winning Atlanta Journal-Constitution conservative editorial page editor willing to speak any time to any group that asked. Nationally, he is known and admired as a colonel in the Georgia Army National Guard. At home, he was a stalwart supporter of the Smyrna library and restorer of the city's historic cemetery. For 26 years, Jim planned family reunions attended by 200 kinfolk. All the while, he quietly performed countless acts of kindness for friends and strangers, neighbors and family. James Roger Wooten, 78, died Oct. 29 of Lewy Body Dementia. The memorial service is 2 p.m. Saturday...