Collins Funeral Home

Edith McClure Craven, 95 of Acworth, passed away Monday, February 17, 2025. Funeral services will be held 10:00am, Saturday, February 22, 2025 in the Chapel of Collins Funeral Home with Mike Payne officiating. Burial will follow in the Rolling Hills Memory Gardens. Edith lived most of her life in Cobb County. She was of the Baptist faith and attended Acworth First Baptist Church. Edith worked as a Secretary for the CDC Federal Government for 30 years. Edith is survived by her son, Stan R. (Donna) Williams of Powder Springs; grandchildren, Daniel Williams, Cynthia (Mark) Cooley, Kimberly (David) Dalton and Courtney (Nathan) Mooney; great grandchildren, Addison Cooley, Will Cooley, Nora,...

CC Fortner, 85 of Gaylesville, AL, formally of Acworth, GA, passed away January 29, 2025. Funeral services will be held 10:00am, February 7, in the Chapel of Collins Funeral Home with Steve Price officiating. Burial will follow in the Rolling Hills Memory Gardens. CC was preceded in death by his wife Carolyn Fortner and son Greg Fortner. CC is survived by daughter, Rhonda (Craig) Tucker of Gaylesville, AL; granddaughters, Whitney (Brandon) Smith and Cheyenne (Chase) Callahan. The family will receive friends Thursday evening from 5:00 - 8:00pm, Collins Funeral Home, 4947 N. Main St., Acworth, GA 30101, 770.974.3133. Collins Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Mr. CC Fortner.

Cheryl Darlene Hutchinson, a beloved mother, grandmother, and community member, transitioned peacefully surrounded by her friends and family on Saturday, January 25, 2025. Cheryl will be remembered for the precious time she spent with her family, the laughter they shared, her delicious meals, and her unwavering support during challenging times. Known as a hard worker who didn't tolerate nonsense, Cheryl's legacy is one of love, dedication, and kindness. She was fiercely protective of her children, valued her lifelong friendships from her workplace, and remained loyal to her church and community. Outgoing and personable, Cheryl dedicated her life to her church, her work, and her beloved...

Myra Brookshire, 82 of Acworth, passed away Friday December 20, 2024. A memorial service will be held at 1:00pm, Saturday December 28, in the Chapel of Collins Funeral Home. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service on Saturday. Please go to www.collinsfuneralhome.org for full obituary and to express your condolences.

Drexel Spencer Fuller, 85, of Acworth, Georgia passed away on December 6, 2024 after a long battle with Parkinson's Disease. Funeral Service for Mr. Fuller will be 2:00pm, Thursday, December 12, 2024. The family will receive friends 12:00-2:00 prior to the service on Thursday, Collins Funeral Home, 4947 N. Main St., Acworth, GA 30101, 770.974.3133. Drexel was born on November 16, 1939. After graduating from Calhoun High School, he went on to the University of West Georgia . He enjoyed a career as an electrical installer and retired with Western Electric (now AT&T). Drexel was predeceased by his mother and father, Cecil and Vera Clyde Fuller and his brother, Ryland Fuller (Kathy). ...

Jeanette Sosebee Lee, 94, of Kennesaw passed away Saturday, November 9, 2024. Funeral services will be held at 12:00pm Friday, November 15, Marietta Funeral Home, 915 Piedmont Rd., Marietta, GA 30066, 770-422-1234. The family will receive friends from 10:00am-12:00pm prior to the service. Please go to www.mariettafuneralhome.org for full obituary and to express condolences to the family. Marietta Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Ms. Jeanette Sosebee Lee.

Lynn Cochran, 76, of Acworth, passed away Wednesday November 6, 2024. Funeral services will be held 1:30pm Sunday in the Chapel of Collins Funeral Home, Acworth, GA. The family will receive friends Saturday evening from 6:00-8:00. Go to www.collinsfuneralhome.org for full obituary and to leave condolences to the family.

Betty Jane Bunkley Williams Sherlock April 18, 1932 - Sept. 28, 2024. Jane was born in Brunswick, Georgia to the late Walter Jack Bunkley and Betty Bennett Cooper Bunkley. Preceded by her husband Donald A. Williams and by her son, Calvin Williams. Her brother W. Jack Bunkley, Jr. also preceded her in death. Her loving family including her daughter in law Molly, her Sister in law, Martha Lamar, nephew Brit, nieces Jane and Juliet are left to miss her and remember her as Big Jane. One of the kindest and sweetest souls you could ever meet. She was like a 2nd Mother and a big part of a small family. Surviving Jane are nephews Ken Williams and Britt Williams as well as several great nieces...

Jo Smith Frey (Jo Baby) age 89, of Kennesaw, passed away Wednesday morning, September 25, 2024. Jo was born at home in rural Acworth on her grandparents' farm, on February 4, 1935. She was the daughter of the late Mitchel Payden and Evelyn McCoy Smith. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, C.A. Frey, and son Dean McCoy Frey. Survivors include her daughter, Beverly Frey DeVille (Ed) of Marietta, and several cousins, nieces and nephews. A life long resident of Acworth, Jo graduated from Acworth High School in 1952. She married C. A. that same year. Growing up she lived in Acworth attending school and starting work at an early age at Lacey's Drug Store. As an adult, she...

Dortha Jean "Dot" Knight left this earth peacefully in her sleep at her home in Acworth, GA on September 21, 2024. Visitation will be held at Collins Funeral Home in Acworth on Tuesday, September 24, 2024 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. Funeral service will be held at New Zion Baptist Church on Wednesday 25, 2024 at 1:00pm. A full obituary is available to view at www.collinsfuneralhome.org

Judy Carol Dover McPherson, 79, of Ball Ground, passed away August 29, 2024. Funeral services will be held 2:00 pm, Sunday, September 1, in the Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Acworth, with the Revs. Glen King and Rodney King officiating. The burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends Saturday evening, August 31, from 4:oo-8:00 pm, Collins Funeral Home, 4947 N. Main St., Acworth, GA 30101, 770-974-3133. For the full obituary, please go to www.collinsfuneralhome.org and you may leave an online condolence to the family there.

Charlie Rocele Bryans, 87, of Acworth, passed away on May 13, 2024. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 18th 11:00am at Mars Hill Presbyterian Church with Dr. Bryant Harris officiating. The family will receive friends 10:30-11:00 prior to the service. Charlie served his country in the United States Army. He graduated from both Kennesaw College and Southern Tech. Charlie worked as a civil engineer for the City of Marietta for many years. He was a member of Mars Hill Presbyterian Church for almost 50 years where he served as a deacon and elder. Aside from his work and community involvement, Charlie enjoyed the simple things in life - reading a good book or hiking in nature....

Patrice Meador Hamby, 91, of Ellijay, passed away on Friday, May 10, 2024. The funeral service for Patrice will be held at Collins Funeral Home on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at 2:00 PM with Rev. Richard Goodwin officiating. The family received friends from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Monday, May 13th at Collins Funeral Home in Acworth. Visitation will be held from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Tuesday, May 14th. Patrice was born on December 6, 1932, in Atco, GA, and later moved to Acworth in 1943 where she lived until 2016. She was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church and later attended East Ellijay Baptist Church after moving from Acworth to be closer to family. Throughout her life, she was a caring and...

William Norris Whitlock, 75, of Acworth passed away Sunday, March 17, 2024. Norris was a Master Mason and a member of the Nelms Lodge #323 F&MA. He loved classic cars, NASCAR and golf. Norris was a kind and soft-hearted individual who helped everyone. He loved his family and is survived by his wife of 47 years, Marjorie Whitlock; son, Tim Whitlock; sister-in-law, Lois Hill Hightower; niece, Courtney Hightower; nephews, Tony Hightower and Michael Norton; aunt, Brenda Horst and many cousins. The family will receive friends Friday evening 6:00-8:00pm at Collins Funeral Home, 4947 N. Main St., Acworth, GA 30101, 770.974.3133. Collins Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Mr. William...

Olive Sophia Miller,100, of Acworth passed away Sunday, January 28, 2024. Funeral Services will be held Friday, February 2nd at 2:00pm in the Chapel of Collins Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on Thursday evening from 6:00-8:00pm at Collins Funeral Home 4947 N. Main St., Acworth, GA 30101, 770.974.3133. Please go to www.collinsfuneralhome.org for full obituary and to express condolences. Collins Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Ms. Olive Sophia Miller.

Oma McClure Brand, 95, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 5, 2024. She was preceded in death by her husband; Z.T. Brand, her son; Sandy Brand, parents; Odie and Lucy McClure, her three brothers, one sister, her in-laws, and several friends. She is survived by her son; Randy Brand (Sadie), daughter; Karen Spence (Doug), five grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren. The funeral service for Mrs. Brand will be held on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at 1:00pm in the chapel of Collins Funeral Home, with Rev. Stacey Nicholson officiating. The family will receive friends and visitors on Monday, January 8, 2024 from 5:00pm - 9:00pm at Collins Funeral Home....

Our mother, Martha Ann Bright of Acworth, GA, peacefully passed away at the age of 91 on Saturday, December 16th. She was a loyal friend and a well-loved member of her community. She was always there when you needed her. A lifelong volunteer, dedicated, hard worker, mentor and a wonderful mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great-great grandmother. She was predeceased by her husband of 59 years, Eugene R. Bright and is survived by 3 children, Cheryl Nichol (Craig), Robert Bright (Sharlene) and Patricia Munro (Doug), 7 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren. Funeral arrangements are pending and details will be announced soon. Collins Funeral home is...

Dolores Dias, 70, of Acworth, passed away on Friday, November 24, 2023. A funeral service will be held at 11:00am on Wednesday, November 29, 2023 in the chapel of Collins Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Rolling Hills Memory Gardens. Dolores was born on September 5, 1953 in Cartersville, GA to her parents, Cecil Davis, and Erabelle Davis. She married the love of her life, Hal Dias on February 14, 1972. Dolores worked at Allstate insurance for over 30 years and loved to write poems in her spare time. She was a loving wife and mother who took care of anyone who needed care. Dolores is survived by her husband, Hal Dias; children, Carrie Schubert (William), Jamison Dias (Heather), and...

Bridgett "Jax" Canup, 18, of Cartersville, passed away Friday, October 27, 2023. A graveside service will be held at 4:00pm Friday afternoon in Rolling Hills Memory Gardens. Burial will follow in the cemetery. Jax was always nice and respectful to all. She was happy, kind and the sweetest always willing to help. She loved all animals and especially her cats. Bridgett was saved at the age of 12 and baptized at Mt. Arbor Baptist Church. She loved her family. She is survived by her mother, April White; grandmother, Cathy White; sister, Angel Wheeler; aunt, Peggy (Woody) Harriman and many cousins & friends. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the GoFundMe account to offset...

Marlene Asta Strunk Nikoukary, 90, passed away Wednesday, October 25, 2023. A Graveside service will be held at 3:00pm on Sunday, October 29th in the Mars Hill Cemetery 2850 Mars Hill Church Rd., Acworth, GA 30101 with the Rev. Dr. Richard Holden officiating. Marlene was born in Fair Lawn, New Jersey on January 20, 1933. She lived there through high school, where she met her husband-to-be, Nasser (Nick) Nikoukary from Tehran, Iran. Nick went to college in Lakeland, Florida, and the couple got married and lived there for a short time. After daughter Linda was born, the family moved back to New Jersey, where Marlene became a homemaker and later gave birth to her son, Gary. The family later...

LENNEY EUGENE HICKMAN (77) died at his home in Acworth, GA on August 19, 2023 after a short stay in hospice. He was born September 5, 1945, in Holton, KS to Clifford Francis Hickman and Adeline "Addie" LeVeta Bottom Hickman. Graveside services will be held 10 AM Monday, August 28, 2023 at the Bucks Grove Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 5-7:00 P.M. Sunday, August 27, 2023 at the Mercer Funeral Home in Holton, KS. Memorial contributions may be made to the Oklahoma Seventh Day Adventist Education Fund c/o Mercer Funeral Home, P.O. Box 270, Holton, KS 66436. Go to www.collinsfuneralhome.org for full obituary.