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On April 13, 2022, Leon Thomas Cristiano passed away at the age of 78 in Woodstock, GA with his family by his side. Born in Gloversville, NY, Leon graduated from the University of Miami and Florida International University with degrees in Business and Public Administration. A Miami resident for over 50 years, Leon loved His adopted city for its cultural diversity, beautiful beaches, and sunny weather. He worked for Miami Dade County for 35 years, primarily as an Administrator. As Director of Policy Analysis and Grant Development with the Department of Justice Assistance/Dade-Miami Criminal Justice, his department helped to secure grants for various county programs, many of which focused on...

Phillip Douglas Sanford passed away on April 9th, 2022 at the age of 63. He left this world surrounded by a devoted family who mourn his early passing. His battle with cancer proved his courage and determination to face life's challenges. Born to Farrell and Stella Sanford of Waynesville, North Carolina, Phil was a proud graduate of Georgia Institute of Technology. He studied architecture and went on to partner in a successful construction company and later worked as an estimator. He fathered three children who brought him absolute joy. Larissa, Emily and Paul will miss him every day and hope to always honor his memory. Phil is survived by his adoring wife Deborah, also a Georgia Tech...

Mr. Eugene Dini passed away on April 1, 2022. Funeral Mass will be held on May 6, 2022, at 12:00 at Transfiguration Catholic Church. Please visit www.LakesideFuneralHomeGA.com for obituary and service details.

Hedwig "Hedy" James, 99, passed away in Mitchell, GA, on February 17, 2022. Mrs. James was born in 1922 and raised in Switzerland. She has been a resident of Georgia most of her life. She immigrated to the United States with a group of friends after the war on a two-year Sponsored Diplomatic Visa to further her English. She then met her future husband Richard James and the rest was an amazing love story. One of her proudest days was when she became an American citizen. Hedy raised her sons while Richard served in Korea and two tours in Viet Nam. She loved the Lord and was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Marietta, Georgia. Hedy saw the Lord's work often in nature. Often...

Joshua Brittain Pinkston, 49, passed away suddenly on February 6, 2022, from heart complications. Josh was born on May 2, 1972, to the late James A Pinkston Jr. and Brenda B Pinkston in Atlanta, GA. Josh graduated from Lassiter High School in Marietta, Ga, and received his degree in video production from The Art Institute of Atlanta in 1998. Josh worked as director and editor for the television program Atlanta's Best New Homes for many years. Josh resided in Woodstock, GA, and was an active member of his community. Josh is remembered by his wife of 15 years Jessica A Pinkston, daughter Kyla Pinkston, son Adam Pinkston, mother Brenda B Pinkston, brother James A Pinkston III (Cathy) of...

Bill W. Vines, age 83, of Marietta, GA, passed away on January 31, 2022. A memorial will be held at Lakeside Funeral Home in Woodstock, GA, on Saturday, February 19, 2:00PM-4:00PM.

Herbert J. Bushong went to be with His Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, January 18, 2022, following a brief, yet courageous, battle with cancer. He passed at home surrounded by the love of his family and kisses from his wife, Carol. Herb was born in McArthur, Ohio to Herbert Isaac and Clara Bushong on April 23, 1947. He grew up in Ohio and graduated from Louisville High School in 1965. A lifetime learner, he took 1-2 classes at a time while working full-time to support his family. His persistence earned him an associate degree from Stark Technical College followed by a BS in Industrial Engineering from Kent State University in 1993. Herb met the love of his life, Carol, at...

Catherine Shoop, Catherine Mary Mary Shoop, 88, of Woodstock, GA died January 03, 2022. Service will be held at 11:00 AM, on January 8, 2022 at Transfiguration Catholic Church. Arrangements by Lakeside Funeral Home.

Michael William Versaci passed away peacefully in his home in Woodstock, Georgia after a long fight with spinal cancer on November 3rd, 2021 at 9:30 pm at the age of 64. Michael, universally known as Mike, was born on June 11, 1957, in Glen Cove, New York, the youngest son of the late Theresa (n?e Cassara) and Louis Versaci. He grew up on Long Island with his brothers, graduating from Glen Cove High School in 1975 and going on to attend Adelphi University where he graduated with a BA in Psychology in 1979. Mike worked in software development for most of his life where he was a highly regarded software trainer, ultimately moving his family to the suburbs of Atlanta where he raised his three...

Donald Barnett Wade, Jr. passed peacefully at home Tuesday, August 3, 2021. He was a dedicated husband, loving father and grandfather, trusted friend, proud veteran, and craft show connoisseur. He was born December 28, 1944, in Florence, South Carolina. He married his high school sweetheart on August 9th, 1966, and would be celebrating their 55th anniversary this year. He and his wife Becky celebrated two children of their own, four grandchildren, and countless neighborhood and friends' children that still consider him a second father. He attended Andrew Jackson High School in Jacksonville, Florida, and graduated in 1963. Soon after, he joined the United States Air Force and served in the...

Avalou Calavan Hix passed away peacefully at her home in Woodstock, Georgia on August 3, 2021, at the age of 85. She was born March 29, 1936, to Ava May and Louis M. Calavan in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, but was raised in Dallas, Texas. She graduated from Wichita High School in Wichita, Kansas. Avalou attended Southern Methodist University and graduated with a Bachelor's in Business Administration in 1957. Avalou married in 1958 and moved to Savannah, Georgia where she taught elementary school and subsequently moved to Atlanta, GA where she spent the next 50 years of her life. Avalou was co-owner of Symmes Music Company in Atlanta from 1962 to 1974. She earned her real estate license in...

Phillip Frank Mazurski, age 77 passed away suddenly on Wednesday, July 21, 2021. In Erie, PA Phil was born to Frank and Pauline Mazurski. He, his brother Michael and sister Kathy lived in the small town until he met and married Virginia Ruth Elchynski. Phil and Ruth were married for 57 amazing years and married life took them to New Orleans, Atlanta, Florida, and finally back to Cartersville, Georgia to be close to their family. His passions included hunting, fishing, boating, golfing, and spending time with his family and friends. Phil loved to chat with family and friends and will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him. He is preceded in his death by his father, Frank Mazurski,...

Mr. Robert Daniel Norton, age 77, of Douglasville, passed away Saturday, July 17th, 2021. He was born on August 4, 1943, in Carrollton GA. He is the son of the late Mr. Ralph Daniel Norton and the late Mrs. Lucille Landmon Norton. He had a 54 year career working for the Georgia Power Company in many different roles, retiring from the company in 2016. He was a loving Father and Grandfather. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Cook Norton. He is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, John and Wendy Norton of Woodstock; two grandchildren, Samuel Norton and Audrey Norton; His brother Steve Norton also survives. Mr. Norton was interred in Carrollton City...

Mr. Robert Daniel Norton, age 77, of Douglasville, passed away Saturday, July 17th, 2021. He was born on August 4, 1943, in Carrollton GA. He is the son of the late Mr. Ralph Daniel Norton and the late Mrs. Lucille Landmon Norton. He had a 54 year career working for the Georgia Power Company in many different roles, retiring from the company in 2016. He was a loving Father and Grandfather. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Cook Norton. He is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, John and Wendy Norton of Woodstock; two grandchildren, Samuel Norton and Audrey Norton; His brother Steve Norton also survives. Mr. Norton was interred in Carrollton City...

Ray was born in Anniston, Alabama to Raymond Sr. "Pete" and Margaret Fuqua Deason. He grew up in Jacksonville, AL where he had many lifelong friends. After high school, he attended college, which was interrupted by the Vietnam war. In 1971, Ray performed his Army basic training in the Engineering Battalion at Ft. Leonard Wood, MO and came home to serve 6 years in the Alabama National Guard. He moved to the Atlanta area where he continued his education and met and married his wife of 47 years, Kathi Clopton Deason. Ray worked in software for several companies and retired as VP of Operations for an Atlanta-based software company. He loved his family and friends and was known as a "character"....

Robert (Bob) Rivers passed away April 29, 2021. He was born Jan. 18, 1934 in Atlanta GA. He was the only child of Robert Lee Rivers and Evelyn Graves Rivers. Bob grew up in Atlanta and graduated from Brown High School. He attended Emory University for two years where he was a member of Chi Phi Fraternity, later transferring to University of Kentucky where he obtained his BS degree in 1956. Receiving his commission through the Air Force ROTC at UK, Bob served on Active Duty as a navigator 1956-1959. After five years with Shell Oil Co. He entered the Property/ Casualty Insurance business working in underwriting and marketing until he retired in 1998. Bob was a lifelong Southern Baptist, a...

Born Oct 4, 1983, in Brunswick GA, died April 23, 2021, at Cancer Treatment Centers of America, after several years of battling metastatic breast cancer. She was employed by HITT Contracting, Inc. for 4 years. She greatly loved her family, going to the beach, being out in nature, and she treasured her friends. The past couple of years, she really enjoyed her outdoor flowers, and watching the many birds that came to her feeders. She always said that her greatest accomplishment was her Daughter. She is survived by her husband, Kevin Smith, and their Daughter, Kennedy; Father, James DeVoe Doyle; Mother, June Newton (Mike); Brother, Jefferson Doyle (Melissa); Father & Mother-In-Law, Victor...

Richard Jon Walsh, 73, passed away peacefully on April 22 after a brief illness. Born in Lorain, Ohio, Rick was the son of preceded parents, Edward and Dorothy Walsh. Rick was the oldest brother to Chris, who preceded him in death by 2 months. After graduating from high school, he enlisted in the USMC. He proudly served from 1966-1970. His chosen career after graduating from Cleveland State University was that of air traffic control. That was followed by managerial positions with Digital Equipment Corp and later with McKesson. He was a source of strength and love for his children, Brian (Seychelle) and Erika and a loving and caring husband to his wife, Sandra, of 53 years. Rick leaves...

Carolyn Cosby of Ball Ground, GA passed away on April 17, 2021. Carolyn was born in Portland, ME. At the age of 15, she and her family moved to Las Vegas, NV where she met her surviving husband David Cosby who was stationed at Nellis AFB. They were married on August 15, 1968. Carolyn has two surviving children, Mark Cosby, Anchorage, AK and Tracy Torgerson, Ball Ground, GA. Carolyn is also survived by their nine grandchildren. Carolyn was active in politics for most of her adult life, developing the thinking and strategy behind many campaigns against the erosion of our rule of law. She was a force to be reckoned with, a polarizing figure, never to be ignored. She was a well-known figure in...