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Linda Hrenko passed into God's hands on November 11, 2023 after a heroic 4 year fight with ALS. Linda Baker was born March 1948. She grew up in Jersey Shore and graduated from Jersey Shore High School and attended Technical School in Washington, DC. In 1970 she met her soon to be husband, Karl Hrenko, who was working in Washington, DC. They married in 1972 and moved to Rockville, MD. They have 2 children, Nichole and Monica. Nichole married Michael Sumner in 2010 and have 2 sons, William and Andrew. Linda and Karl enjoyed adventure travel and wildlife photography. Linda and Karl retired in 2014 and moved to suburban Atlanta to be closer to their family. In July 2022 they celebrated their...

Just short of her 90th birthday, Nancy Lee Anne Ruth Treu Klotz passed away peacefully September 13, 2023. She was a life long Lutheran, and long time member of Lutheran Church of the Redeemer. She is preceded in death by her parents Herbert and Bertha Treu, her late husband Charles Lee Klotz, and her son-in-law Kenneth Brock. Nancy started as a busy housewife raising 3 children in Milwaukee, WI. The family moved to Pittsburgh, PA, Greenwood, SC, and finally Atlanta, GA where she has been for the past 42 years. She became a non-traditional student graduating with a BA in English from Mercer University, and started her love of teaching at Dekalb Tech as an English As A Second Language...

Charles A "Charlie" Paris, of Williamsport, PA and Atlanta, GA, has passed at age 98. Born Dec. 21, 1924, he was raised in Ralston (PA), the eldest son of the late Clarence B Paris and Grace Beulah (Hawn) Paris, and lived briefly in Leighton and Montoursville before enlisting in the Navy during WW2. He served in the Pacific theater near Brisbane, Australia, and was part of the crew who constructed Subic Bay in the Philippines. Returning from the war, he married his high-school sweetheart Elizabeth "BJ" Kuhns in 1946 and settled in Williamsport, home for most of his life. During the summer pre-Covid, he moved to Atlanta to live with son Jeffrey and his wife Mary Jo, and to be near his...

Loretta Roach Johnson, 89, of Atlanta, Georgia passed away on August 20th, 2023. She is survived by her two daughters, Kay Edenfield and April (Marshall) Millard, two granddaughters, Whitney (Adam Scarbrough) Edenfield and Gillian Millard, a great grandson, Wylie Scarbrough, great granddaughter, Sabine Scarbrough, her sister, Carmen Roach Powell and brother, Hal (Susan) Roach Jr. Loretta was preceded in death by her parents Hal Roach Sr. and Ouida Roach, her grandson Zeb Millard, her brother in law, Sammy Powell, and her beloved husband James Johnson. She was born in Bulloch County on January 27th 1934 and was raised on the Roach family farm. She eventually attended Georgia Southern...

Gerasimos (Jerry) Spetseris 92, of Kefalonia, Greece and Charleston,SC passed away on August 8th, 2023. Jerry was born in Kefalonia, Greece on October 26th,1930 to Evangelos and Marika Spetseris. Jerry made his way to the US in 1958, where he met the love of his life, Alexandra Gianaki. They were married on July 19,1958 in Charleston, SC and enjoyed 52 happy years together. Jerry was a proud and dedicated husband, father, grandfather, uncle and brother. He loved fishing and watching any sporting event. While in Charleston, he worked in the restaurant and grocery business and was the co-owner of Chris & Jerry's on Folly Beach. Jerry is survived by his 3 children, Maria (George)...

Linwood Michael Wilson, aged 86, passed away on August 5, 2023, in Hoschton, Georgia. Born on June 6, 1937, in Palatka, Florida, he resided in Jacksonville, Florida for 80 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Linwood Preston and Barbara Wilson, his wife Caren Ann Wilson, as well as his brothers, Alan Hugh Wilson and Roy Albert Wilson. He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Lisa Wilson of Buford, Georgia, along with 2 grandchildren, Michael (Jillian) Wilson and Kristin Roney. Additionally, he leaves behind 3 great-grandchildren: Austin, Melia, and Colton. His surviving brother, Frank Wilson, resides in Jacksonville, Florida. Mike's life was...

Aryc Wesley Mosher, a compassionate and dedicated individual, passed away on July 1, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of service and impact. He was born on April 16, 1967. Aryc, along with his beloved spouse Kenneth Ray Morris, had been residents of Avondale Estates, GA for 15 years, creating a home filled with love and shared memories. Education played a significant role in Aryc's life. He obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree from Michigan State University and went on to earn a Master's in Public Health, specializing in International Epidemiology, from the University of Michigan. Aryc's career spanned across various continents and organizations, reflecting his commitment to making a positive...

Cantey Bryan Mills died June 29, 2023, in Atlanta after battling cancer. She was 81. Cantey was born in 1941 as the first of four children to the late Dr. Phillips Respess Bryan and late Mary Smith Bryan at Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia. After her father returned from serving in World War II, the family settled in Lynchburg, Va. As a child and young woman, she enjoyed spending summers in Reynolds, Ga., with the family of her late grandparents, Dr Sydney H. and Louise P. Bryan; late uncle and late aunt, Sydney and Martha Bryan; and many dear cousins. She was graduated from E.C. Glass High School in Lynchburg in 1959 was a 1963 graduate of Agnes Scott College in Decatur, Ga. She and her late...

John Lewis Rhodes age 98, of Avondale Estates, GA, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2023. Lewis was born in Greenville, SC on February 3, 1925. A veteran of World War II, he held numerous positions in the railroad locomotive industry including creating successful businesses, most notable Republic Locomotive Works and RailRhodes, Inc. In addition to being active in his church, he had many favorite activities such as singing bass in groups and choirs and tinkering with everything from antique cars to remote control airplanes. He loved fishing and boating, but most of all he enjoyed many weekends and summers at his lake house with family, especially his grandchildren. Lewis was preceded in...

J. Kenley Jones, 88, died March 21, 2023, at Piedmont Hospital Atlanta. The husband of Margaret McPherson Jones, he was the son of the late J. Clyde and Mildred S. Jones of Greenville, S.C. Born in Greenville, Jones graduated from Greenville H.S. and earned a B.S. in Speech from Northwestern University. He served three years as a naval officer in the Pacific before completing an M.S. in Journalism at Northwestern in 1963. Beginning his career at a TV station in Des Moines, Iowa, he was one of eight newsmen selected for a CBS fellowship at Columbia University in 1964. Here he met his future wife, Margaret. He joined WSB-TV, the NBC affiliate in Atlanta, where he worked for four years as a...

Patricia Lynn Davis-Young (Lynn) passed away unexpectedly at age 62 on March 13th, 2023 in Atlanta, GA. Lynn was born June 23rd 1960 in Johnstown, PA to Dr James K Davis and Delores M Davis. She graduated from Richland High School in Johnstown, PA with honors and excelled at varsity swimming. She attended the University of Miami 1978-1982 where she completed a Bachelors of Science in Nursing. She swam for Miami, a Division 1 program, where her relay team was All American. She worked as a Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse for over 30 years and most recently formed an LLC for elder care. Lynn married in 1990 to Dr Steven Alan Young. They have 2 children: Savannah M Young, born 1992...

Captain Edward Patrick Kadingo was born April 8, 1935 in West New York, New Jersey and died March 1, 2023 in Atlanta, GA. He moved to GA to attend Georgia Tech. There he ran cross-country and qualified for the Naval ROTC. He graduated in 1958 with a degree in Industrial Engineering. He was commissioned upon graduation and completed 3 years active duty. While at GT, he met a Georgia peach, Carolyn Elizabeth Bloodworth, who attended Emory University. They were married for 46 years until her death in 2007. Following active duty he remained in the Naval Reserves, obtaining the rank of Captain. He retired from the Navy in 1988. He retired from industrial engineering soon thereafter and...

Captain Edward Patrick Kadingo Born April 8, 1935 in West New York, New Jersey. Died March 1, 2023. Moved to GA to attend Georgia Tech. There he ran cross-country and qualified for the Naval ROTC. He graduated in 1958 with a degree in Industrial Engineering. He was commissioned upon graduation and completed 3 years active duty. While at GT, he met a Georgia peach, Carolyn Elizabeth Bloodworth, who attended Emory University. They were married for 46 years until her death in 2007. Following active duty he remained in the Naval Reserves, obtaining the rank of Captain. He retired from the Navy in 1988. He retired from industrial engineering soon thereafter and became a hospital...

Major Carolyn A. Reeves Walters was born on June 11, 1943, in Albany, GA to D.S. & Effie Reeves, third generation Salvationist. She was preceded in death by her parents and her loving husband Ben, Promoted to Glory on August 16, 1999. Carolyn is survived by her children and their spouses, Ben Jr. (Rhonda) Walters, Charles (Elmarie) Walters, Monica (Doug) Moore, and Roni Walters and twelve grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren and her siblings, twin sister Evelyn Reynolds, Lynne Cox, Grace Anderson, Diane Shores, Buddy Reeves, and Jean Nelms and family Robyn Walters & Major Wanda Busby and many more. A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, March 4, 2023 at...

Anna Katherine McDaniel, 30, accepted a permanent role as lead singer and resident rock star of heaven on Sunday, January 22, 2023. Anna was a spectacular daughter, granddaughter, sister, aunt and friend to many. While her performance here on earth was cut far too short, we can believe confidently that her voice continues to be a perfect accompaniment to the music in heaven. Anna was born on July 7, 1992, to parents Steve and Sharron McDaniel in Rome, Georgia. From the moment Anna was born, the metronome that kept the beat of her life was a beat that only she could hear and follow. Her laugh was loud and infectious, and her wit was sharp and quick. She could hold a conversation with anyone...

Scott A. Trump 48 of Decatur, GA passed away on January 1, 2023 in his residence after a very short battle with pancreatic cancer. He was born December 17, 1974 in Reading, PA to Richard A. and Faye T. (Snyder) Trump. Scott was a 1992 graduate of Reading Senior High School where he excelled in the music program. He was Drum Major his senior year and played saxophone in jazz band and orchestra. Scott received his Bachelor's Degree in Political Science with a minor in Pre-Law from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Scott always enjoyed telling everyone he was a partial owner of the Green Bay Packers as he proudly owned 2 shares of stock. He enjoyed hiking, cooking, travelling, softball and...

Edwin (Ed) Leonard Dow of Atlanta, GA passed away at the Fountainview Center for Alzheimer's on Christmas Day 2022 at the age of 84. Ed was born February 1, 1938, in the Bronx, New York to parents Harry Allen Dow and Jean Muriel Dow (Martin). In 1962, Ed married Gail Maureen Dow (Falconer) in Toronto, ON and they had two children, Robert and James. Growing up an only child in New York City, Ed enjoyed spending time at the zoo, Central Park, museums, and attending Yankee games with his parents. He also relished summer visits with his extended family in Massachusetts and New Brunswick, Canada. Following the sudden loss of his father in 1952, Ed moved with his mother to her hometown of Alma,...

Edwin (Ed) Leonard Dow of Atlanta, GA passed away at the Fountainview Center for Alzheimer's on Christmas Day 2022 at the age of 84. Ed was born February 1, 1938, in the Bronx, New York to parents Harry Allen Dow and Jean Muriel Dow (Martin). In 1962, Ed married Gail Maureen Dow (Falconer) in Toronto, ON and they had two children, Robert and James. Growing up an only child in New York City, Ed enjoyed spending time at the zoo, Central Park, museums, and attending Yankee games with his parents. He also relished summer visits with his extended family in Massachusetts and New Brunswick, Canada. Following the sudden loss of his father in 1952, Ed moved with his mother to her hometown of Alma,...

Gordon H. Levi, 85, of Johns Creek, GA formerly of Pensacola, passed away December 19, 2022. His memorial service will be held Friday, June 16, 2023, 1:30 p.m. at Barrancas National Cemetery. Following the memorial service, guests are invited to attend the dedication of the outdoor Story Circle in memory of Gordon at the Pensacola Lighthouse, NAS.

Gordon H. Levi, 85, of Johns Creek, GA, formerly of Pensacola, passed away December 19, 2022. Gordon leaves behind a proud legacy and lifetime commitment to family, friends and the community. Born June 16, 1937 to Charles and Rachel Levi of Addison, NY, Gordon received a Bachelor of Arts Degree from the State University College of New York at Oswego, and a Master's Degree from the State University College at Buffalo. Prior to active duty with the Navy in 1968, he taught Industrial Arts at Gates-Chili High School located outside of Rochester, NY and in 1963 became Assistant Professor of Industrial Arts at the State University College at Buffalo. As a senior in high school Gordon joined...