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Sarah Elizabeth Upshaw Vaughan, age 89 passed away on January 12th, 2026. She was born on October 4, 1936 to Lillian Goode Upshaw and Herschel Lamar Upshaw. Sarah was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, cousin, sister-in-law and friend. She was known for her compassion and love of family and friends. She touched the lives of countless individuals through her leadership with Girl Scouts, her enjoyment in planning reunions, her work helping people with anxiety, and her deep interest in everyone she met. Sarah and Larry moved to assisted living in August and Sarah truly loved meeting new people and participating in all the activities available. Sarah loved spending time in her...

Donald Ray Hedrick, age 82, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2025 surrounded by his loving family at his home in Roswell, Georgia. He was born on June 9, 1943 in Lexington, North Carolina to the late Cicero Ray and Geneva Leonard Hedrick. His family was the love of his life. He married his high school sweetheart, Patricia Cox on March 12th, 1966 in Lexington, NC. They had 2 children, Bryan Keith Hedrick, who preceded him in death and Kimberly Ann Gross (Scott) of Reno, NV. He had 3 grandchildren, Morgan Gross Roberts (Matthew), Jordan Ann Gross (fianc?e Kanyon Combs), and Jacob Ryan Gross (Sofie Luciano). He is also survived by his beloved sister-in-law, Shirley Alexandra...

Joan Patricia White, age 83, beloved wife and mother, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2025, from angiosarcoma cancer. Born March 24, 1942, in Plainwell, Michigan, to Clifford and Myrtle Petersen, Joan's life was marked by warmth, kindness and a generous spirit that touched many. She graduated from Plainwell High School in 1959 after performing as lead majorette in the marching band. She attended Western Michigan University for 2 years. In 1961, Joan married the love of her life, Douglas, after initially meeting him on a blind date. Together, they built a life filled with love and adventure, raising two sons, Curtis and Daniel. Throughout her life, Joan called many places home,...

Lewis (Lew) Gray, 88, of Adairsville, Georgia, passed away peacefully at home September 26, 2025, from complications of Alzheimer's disease. Born September 27, 1936, in Ottumwa, Iowa, to Lewis Willard and Margaret Regina Miller, Lew attended Catholic Central High School and Iowa State University before serving in the U.S. Army in Germany, where he met and married his wife of nearly 65 years, Nancy Joyce Hoeft. Lew enjoyed a distinguished 26-year career with IBM, holding leadership and executive roles across the country. In 1976 Lew moved to Atlanta taking on numerous assignments with IBM, including Vice President of Sales and President of both the NMD and SWMD Divisions. During his time...

Lewis (Lew) Gray, 88, of Adairsville, Georgia, passed away peacefully at home September 26, 2025, from complications of Alzheimer's disease. Born September 27, 1936, in Ottumwa, Iowa, to Lewis Willard and Margaret Regina Gray (Miller), Lew attended Catholic Central High School and Iowa State University before serving in the U.S. Army in Germany, where he met and married his wife of nearly 65 years, Nancy Joyce Hoeft. Lew enjoyed a distinguished 26-year career with IBM, starting in Des Moines and holding leadership and executive roles across the country, including Vice President of Sales and President of both the NMD and SWMD Divisions. Following retirement from IBM as a Corporate Officer,...

Betty Jean Lunger, aged 91, passed away on Saturday September 13th, 2025 in Skilled Nursing of St. George Village, Roswell, GA, amid the wonderful caregivers of St. George and family. Betty was born on November 13, 1933 to Bessie (Pearson) and Jessie Lloyd Woods in Oquawka, IL. Betty traveled to Santa Ana, CA upon high school graduation, met her husband and love of her life, the late Robert Lunger, in Colorado Springs, CO and married in 1952. She settled in Bay City, MI, working at Michigan Bell until she had the first of four children. She was a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church for 72 years, and served as a Deacon, Sunday School Teacher, and Choir Member; strengthening her...

Philip "Phil" Kiritsy, aged 87, passed away on August 5th, 2025. He was born on January 21, 1938 to Theodore and Helen Petro Kiritsy in Worcester, Massachusetts. Phil was a beloved husband, father, brother, and a dear friend to many. He enjoyed his family his friends & his food. Throughout his life, he worked at DANA for many years. Phil achieved many accomplishments in engineering, sales and building a family business. He touched the lives of countless individuals through his warmth & generosity. He will be deeply missed by his son, Nicholas Kiritsy, sister Cynthia Simpson, nieces Amy Wesson Searcy and Lynne Wesson Merrick and families; many cousins, his caregiver Heather Hunt,...

Jonathan David (Dave) Sutphin, 84, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2025. He was born on September 29, 1940 to Tellie (Ted) Garst Sutphin and Cecile Ayers Sutphin in Floyd, VA. Dave graduated from Floyd High School in 1958. He joined the Army in 1959 as a paratrooper and served 3 years. He then moved to South Florida to begin his career in operating heavy equipment, specializing as a crane operator. Dave moved to Georgia in the 1990's to be closer to his family. He enjoyed days at the river, driving down winding roads, and watching football and Nascar. He was a beloved father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Dave is survived by his daughters, Kathy Crews, Robin McDonald and...

Jonathan David (Dave) Sutphin, age 84, passed away on July 30, 2025. He was born on September 29, 1940 to Tellie and Cecile Sutphin in Floyd, VA. He is survived by daughters, Kathy Crews, Robin McDonald and Dawn Kenney; 2 son-in-laws; 4 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Services entrusted to Roswell Funeral Home, Roswell GA on August 5.

Lois "Marie" Gibson passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 27, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on December 13, 1941, she was raised as an only child on a small farm in rural Maryland. She dearly loved both her parents and was particularly close with her mother, who lived her faith with grace and conviction. Marie was a strong willed and proud woman with a caring heart, who was fiercely protective of the ones she loved. She embraced life fully and never minded being the center of attention ? in fact, she often relished it. She loved animals and shared her home with many over the years. Music was also a constant in her life ? she had a natural singing voice that brought joy to those...

Jeanne Elizabeth Whitson, 74, known affectionately as "Jeannie," died peacefully, surrounded by family, on Friday, July 25, 2025. Born in 1950, in New Orleans, she was the third of seven children born to the late Robert C.M. "Mack" Whitson and Yvonne "Gammy" Fanz Whitson. She leaves four sisters and two brothers: Donna Brett (Edward), John C. "Kurt" Whitson, Peggy Spear (Sidney), Lisa Blaum (the late Jeffrey), Robert C. "Chris" Whitson (Susan), and Sally Stechmann (David), as well as numerous nieces and nephews: Tracy Dunlap (Dave), Erin Erlandson (Cory), Drew Spear, Kelly Spear, Kevin Spear (Katie), Kristen Fisch (Paul), Megan Redpath (Kelton), Tory Lee (Matt), Terry Scott (Dave), Dayna...

Lynne Eschbach Lewis, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and devoted nurse passed away surrounded by her family July 24, 2025. She was born in Riverside, Illinois on Valentine's Day, 1937 to Tom and Helen O'Donohue. Lynne was dedicated to nursing, volunteering, and serving others. She leaves behind a legacy that will be cherished by all who knew and loved her. She was a graduate of St. Francis Hospital School of Nursing. She also attended Loyola University in Chicago. She married the late Willard Eschbach, they had four children and moved to Dunwoody, Georgia in 1972. Lynne 's legacy of resilience, Irish pride, and devotion to family will be deeply missed and forever...

Bobby Ray David, age 89, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. His passing was both graceful and peaceful and left an indelible mark on the world through his positive influence. Bob was born on November 29, 1935 to Jewell and Samuel David in Alpharetta, Georgia. Bob was a beloved husband, father, son, and grandfather as well as warm friend and helpful neighbor to so many. Each and every day, Bob lived his life fully and with intention. Bob was a go-getter from the beginning of his long and successful life. He grew up in the Crabapple community which is now Alpharetta when the area was still farm country. He was valedictorian of Milton High School class of 1953, editor of the...

Frances Evelyn Thompson Haney, age 84, of Woodstock, GA, passed away after a brief illness on Easter Monday April 21, 2025. Born to Wilford Darwin Thompson, Sr. and Marion Evelyn Sassard and raised in Palatka, Florida, Frances often recalled her wonderful childhood: a loving family, tormenting her older brother, and enjoying wonderful lifelong friends. She readily admitted to being mischievous at times. After graduating high school, she briefly attended Stetson University, before moving to Atlanta where she met her future husband, Jim Haney, at Piedmont Park. Jim and Frances were married in 1961 and raised three sons. She was often Team Mother for her sons' sports teams and regularly...

Jennifer Lou Hanger of Alpharetta, Georgia, passed away on March 23, 2025 at the age of 63. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, sibling, aunt, friend, and Christ-follower who will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Jennifer was born on July 15, 1961 in Monroe, Michigan, to Gregg and Dorothy Grahn. She grew up south of Detroit and was a cheerleader, athlete, homecoming queen, and valedictorian at Woodhaven High School. While working full time, she attended Wayne State University and graduated with a bachelor's degree in business. From there, she was hired by the East Ohio Gas Company in Cleveland and placed in their management fast-track program. She thrived and also found time to...

Hester Louise Alewine Bailey passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 22, 2025. She was born on March 19, 1930, in TALLAPOOSA, GA. Hester was married to the love of her life, James A. "Al" Bailey, for 69 years. They married at First Methodist Church, where they first met, on November 21, 1951. They were members of First Methodist for many years and later were devoted members of The Cathedral of Saint Philip on Peachtree Road in Atlanta. After a long career as an accountant, Hester retired from RACO General Contractors in the 1990s. She is remembered fondly by those who knew and loved her as the life of any party, a generous spirit who loved hosting and always had a beautiful smile...

William "Mark" McClure, 58, of Buford, Georgia, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2025, surrounded by his loving family and friends. Mark was born on May 30, 1966, in Carrollton, Georgia, to William "Lovie" and Martha "Jean" McClure. He was a devoted husband to Lindsay McClure and a cherished father to his stepson, Parker Bivins, and his daughter, Vanessa McClure. Mark is also lovingly remembered by his parents, Jean and Lovie McClure; his sister, Laura (Jason) Freeman; his cherished nieces, Kiley (Khody) and Ella Kate; and his in-laws, Gary and Gail Samples. He will be deeply missed by his extended family and many friends who were touched by his kindness and generosity. Mark began his...

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Mr. Glenn Francis Hughes, who peacefully departed this life on February 25, 2025, at the age of 92. Glenn was born on February 21, 1933, in Bellair Township, Iowa, to Dwight Hughes and Linnie Iowa Banks Hughes. Glenn proudly served his country for 29 years as a member of the United States Air Force, where he traveled the world, serving in locations such as Iceland, Turkey, Japan, Thailand, and Santo Domingo, among others. His military service was marked by dedication, pride, and honor, and his impact on those he served with will not be forgotten. In 1961, Glenn married Mrs. Margaret Presslinger, and together they had two children....

Mary Jo Linnea Bockman, aged 81, passed away on February 20, 2025. She was born on February, 17 1944 to Mary Cain and John Anderson in Chicago, IL. She grow up in Oshkosh Wisconsin and attended the University of Wisconsin where she earned a degree in Nursing. For a short time, she served our country in the United States Air Force. Mary Jo was a beloved mother of two boys. She was known for her kindness and faithful dedication to her family and helping others at Sacred Heart Hospital. Throughout her life, Mary Jo achieved many accomplishments in Nursing and touched the lives of countless individuals through their caring approach to giving cancer treatment/aid. She will be deeply missed...

Beloved wife, mother and grandmother Carolyn Jeffrie was born on January 20, 1939 to Carrie Sellars and Clarence Wade in Paducah, Kentucky. On February 13, 2025 Carolyn passed away peacefully in her sleep. She was 86 years old. Carolyn attended Hirsch High School in Chicago, Illinois... She also attended DePaul University in Chicago, Illinois. Carolyn married Eddie Jeffrie Jr. December 27, 1958 in Chicago Illinois. Through this union, Carolyn and Eddie had five children. Despite her large family, Carolyn always made time for everyone. She always provided support and love for her family. She and her husband Eddie worked tirelessly to provide opportunities for their children. She...

Doris Lunsford Hammond passed away peacefully at her home in Roswell, GA, on February 1, 2025. She was born on October 1, 1944, in Chatsworth, GA. Doris's unwavering faith in God and the love of her family and friends gave her strength throughout her life. She did not fear her passing but instead trusted in God and embraced every opportunity to cherish her time with her beloved dogs, loving family and cherished friends. She had a successful career as a Business Administrator, working with Georgia Tech, the National Bank of Georgia, First Union bank, IBM, and State Farm agencies. Doris leaves behind a loving family, including her dogs, Piper and Peppy; sisters, Nina M. Bowman of Rocky...