Charles A. Knight, Sr. went home to be with his Heavenly Father on Friday, January 22, 2021, after suffering from complications of COVID-19, at the age of 87. He was the son of Maidie and Dewey Knight, Sr., of Kennesaw, Georgia. He was born in Kennesaw and lived most of his life there. He was a life-long member of Kennesaw First Baptist Church. Charles proudly served in the United States Army. He stood guard in Germany's Fulda Gap during the Cold War keeping the Soviets out of Western Europe. As a loving father, grandfather, and family member, he was always just a phone call away from being a help. He is survived by a son, daughter-in-law, granddaughter, brother, plus 3 sister-in-laws,...

Juanita Freeland, 82, of Acworth, passed away Friday, January 1, 2021. Private Funeral services will be held at 1:00 Thursday afternoon in the chapel of Collins Funeral Home. Visitation well be 11:00-1:00 before service. Full obituary may be viewed and online condolences expressed at www.collinsfuneralhome.org.

Hazel Eugene Arther, 88, of Acworth, passed away Sunday, December 20, 2020. A private funeral service will be held at 3:00pm on Wednesday, December 23 at Collins Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Liberty Hill Cemetery. Mrs. Arther attended Hickory Grove Baptist Church. She had previously worked at Unique Knitting, Marietta Hosery, and Fishermann Grill. She is preceded in death by her husband, William Arther; sons, Tony Jackett, and Jerry Cantrell. She is survived by her sons, Timothy Cantrell, and Shane Arther; brother, Clyde Baxter, as well as many grandchildren and great grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 1:00pm to 3:00pm prior to the service on Wednesday,...

Judy Chamness, 72, of Acworth, passed away on Saturday, November 28, 2020. A private family service for immediate family only will be held at 9:00am on Wednesday, December 2 with Rev. Mike Maxwell officiating. All friends are invited to watch a live stream of the service on Collins Funeral Home Facebook page. Judy always had an ear for any who needed, and was always willing to lend a helping hand. She was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother "NaNa", great-grandmother, and friend. She is survived by her husband, Barry Lederman; children, Bettyjean Denese Roberts, Donald Stephen Prater, and Patricia Dianne Mareno; siblings, twin sister; Janice Cartwright Samples, Debrah Gail Cook,...

Donn Wilson Wright was born on June 10, 1940 to Elizabeth & David Wright in Atlanta, Georgia. He is preceded in death by his older brother, Craig Wright, and his older sister, Joann Gay Fischer. Donn is survived by his faithful and loving wife, Sherry Bradford Wright, his younger sister Mary Wright King, and his adoring nieces and nephews. Donn was enrolled at both Druid Hills High School and Westminster School in Atlanta, graduating from Westminster. After graduating from Denison University in Ohio and seminary at Columbia Theological, Donn was ordained on October 31, 1965 into the Presbyterian Church. Reverend Donn Wright went on to serve parishes in North Carolina, Tennessee, Florida,...

Donn Wilson Wright was born on June 10, 1940 to Elizabeth & David Wright in Atlanta, Georgia. He is preceded in death by his older brother, Craig Wright, and his older sister, Joann Gay Fischer. Donn is survived by his faithful and loving wife, Sherry Bradford Wright, his younger sister Mary Wright King, and his adoring nieces and nephews. Donn was enrolled at both Druid Hills High School and Westminster School in Atlanta, graduating from Westminster. After graduating from Denison University in Ohio and seminary at Columbia Theological, Donn was ordained on October 31, 1965 into the Presbyterian Church. Reverend Donn Wright went on to serve parishes in North Carolina, Tennessee, Florida,...

Dr. Ronald Cavitt, 72, of Cartersville, passed away on Monday, August 17, 2020. A private funeral will be held at Iron Hill Baptist Church on Saturday, Aug. 22 at 1:30pm. Burial will follow at Sunset Memory Gardens at 3:00pm. Those who do not feel comfortable gathering at the church are encouraged to meet for the graveside service. Please remember to wear a mask and social distance when possible. Full obituary can be viewed on our website and online condolences may be expressed at www.collinsfuneralhome.org. Collins Funeral Home, 4947 N. Main St. Acworth, GA, 770-974-3133.

Rex Allen, 84, passed away Saturday April 11, 2020 at his home in Acworth, Ga surrounded by his family. A Memorial Service and Celebration of his life will be held at a later date. Rex was born on Feb. 8, 1936 in Yakima Washington. He came to Rome Ga in 1957 after serving in the US Marine Corp in the Korean War. He would serve as a Fireman on the Rome City Fire Dept. and as a Policeman on the Rome City Police Dept. After leaving the Police Dept (which he loved) he became a Terminal Manager for RC Motor Lines and eventually had his own company with owner/operators. He loved riding his motorcycle and was a great mechanic. He was a great Man, Father, Grandfather, Brother, Uncle and...

Judith Grizzle Bowers, 75, of Acworth, died Sunday, March 1, 2020. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 Thursday morning in Mt. Zion Baptist Church with the Rev. Sammy Adams, the Rev. Kyle Brown and the Rev. Mark Harris officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. A lifelong resident of Acworth, Judith was formerly employed by Coca Cola, Lockheed Georgia, and Aerojet. She was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church and enjoyed antiquing during her retirement years. Judith was preceded in death by her parents, the Rev. Herman and Maezelle McCoy Grizzle and is survived by her children, Tessa (Marsha Johnson) Bowers of Canton and Joseph S. Bowers III of Knoxville, TN;...

Spencer Andrew Tumlin, 31, of Acworth, died Monday, February 17, 2020. The family will hold a private memorial service. A lifelong resident of Acworth, Spencer was a graduate of Harrison High School. He served his country in the US Air Force in Iraq and Afghanistan and was a member of the Acworth First Baptist Church. He is survived by his daughter, Coraline Tumlin and step daughters, Tilly Ingram and Ella LeNoue, all of Colorado Springs, CO; parents, Rodney and Melody Tumlin of Acworth; brothers, Jacob (Leslie) Tumlin of Smyrna and Matthew Tumlin of Adairsville; grandmothers, Jo Ann Tumlin of Acworth and Betty Wilson of Kennesaw; niece, Lila Tumlin and nephew, Grady Tumlin, both of...

Roy Garland Brady, 92, Acworth, Ga, passed away Tuesday, February 4. Mr. Brady born 1927 in Atlanta, Ga., a lifetime resident of metro Atlanta loved his Braves and frustrated with those Falcons. Mr. Brady joined the Navy during World War II serving as Seaman First Class onboard the USS Lexington during the occupation of Tokyo. His ship was the first aircraft carrier in Tokyo bay. He was proud to be a veteran. After the War, Mr. Brady went to work for Armour Co., later going to work for Lockheed Corp., moving to Marietta, Ga. and raising his family. Mr. Brady was a lifelong Presbyterian. Only seven years old when Roy lost his father, he and his siblings lived for several years at the...

James R. "Jimmy" Houston, 62 and a native of Marietta, passed away suddenly on Thursday, December 12. A memorial service will be held 11:00am, December 21st at Mars Hill Presbyterian Church in Acworth. Jimmy worked for his father at Crain S&S Sales, which later became Houston Brothers along with Chuck his brother. The family will receive friends from 10:00am until the funeral in the Church Chapel. Online condolences may be expressed at www.collinsfuneralhome.org. See Collins Funeral Home website for full obituary.

Doris Arrington Brady, 89 of Acworth, Georgia passed away Thursday December 12, 2019. Mrs. Brady worked a lifetime in the food industry, 43 years with Armour and Co., 29 years with Samples Foods, primarily in sales positions. Doris was a lifelong member, elder and elder emeritus of Acworth Presbyterian Church. A Sunday School teacher for decades as well as guide, friend, and mentor to countless children and young people. Always ready to help, Doris gave material and spiritual support to many over the years. She loved cooking, gardening and was especially proud of her yard. Doris' favorite times were always around the holidays especially Thanksgiving, Black Friday shopping and her annual...

Sara Thompson of Acworth, died Sunday, October 20, 2019. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 Wednesday afternoon in the chapel of Collins Funeral Home with the Rev. Danny Willis officiating. Burial will follow in Rolling Hills Memory Gardens. Ms. Thompson was born in Cartersville and grew up in Acworth. She lived in Smyrna until her later years of retirement and returned to the Acworth/Kennesaw area. She retired from Boykin Tool and Supply in Atlanta and was a member of First Baptist Church, Atlanta. She is survived by a sister in law, Julia Thompson of Annandale, VA and several nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital at...

Julia Rosalyn Davis, 78, of Kennesaw, died Wednesday, September 4, 2019. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 Wednesday afternoon, September 11, 2019, in the Acworth Church of God of Prophecy, located at the corner of Nance Rd. and Highway 293. Full obituary may be viewed and online condolences expressed at www.collinsfuneralhome.org.

Kathryn W. Walker, 86, of White, retired owner of Admiral Cleaners, died Tuesday, September 3, 2019. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 Saturday afternoon in the chapel of Collins Funeral Home. Full obituary may be viewed and online condolences expressed at www.collinsfuneralhome.org.

Odelle Chandler Evans, 92, of Acworth, died Thursday, August 8, 2019. The family will hold a memorial service at a later date. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alvin Evans and son, Joel Evans. Surviving are her sons, Edward Evans and Greg Evans; grandchildren, Ed, Tris, Sarah, Chandler, Kathryn, Lily, and Frances; 6 great grandchildren; sister, Alice Cheaves; several nieces and nephews. Collins Funeral Home 4947 North Main St. Acworth, GA 30101 770-974-3133.

Marvin Frederick Edwards, Jr., 79, of Acworth died July 13, 2019. A memorial service will be held at 10:00am, August 10, 2019, in the chapel of Collins Funeral Home in Acworth, with a visitation 1 hour prior to service. Full obituary may be viewed and online condolences expressed at www.collinsfuneralhome.org.

Carol J. Chumley, 82, of Acworth died Sunday. Visitation Tuesday (today) from 5-8 PM at Collins Funeral Home. Funeral services at 11:00 Wednesday morning in the chapel of Collins Funeral Home. Full obituary may be viewed and online condolences expressed at www.collinsfuneralhome.org.

Rev. Jerry A Freeland, 81, of Acworth, died Wednesday, July 3, 2019. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 Saturday morning in the Chapel of Collins Funeral Home with the Rev. Jason Isaacs officiating. Burial will follow in Rolling Hills Memory Gardens. Rev. Freeland was born in Gainesville, raised in North Georgia, and had lived in Acworth since the 1970s. He served in the Georgia Air National Guard and pastored the Acworth Church of God for many years. He was retired as a machinist from the Lockheed Martin Corp. Rev. Freeland was preceded in death by his daughter, Sheila McAlexander and a granddaughter, Kristie McAlexander. He is survived by his wife, Juanita Freeland of Acworth;...