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With love and peace in his heart, Marinus "Martin" Sijmons passed away on May 8,2024. Martin was born in Oud-Beijerland, Netherlands on August 28,1946. After high school, he served in the Dutch Navy. His love for the Caribbean started while being stationed in Curacao. After his military service, he joined Dutch law enforcement. Upon moving to the United States, he had a successful career with Karcher in training and sales. A career that ignited his love for travel. Martin was an avid reader, enjoyed kayaking, loved his cars and walking his 4-legged buddy, Edward. Martin was a blessing to all who knew him. The ultimate gentlemen with a beautiful spirit. His smile would light up the...

CLELLAND, Annette MacLeod Clelland of Suwanee, Georgia, passed peacefully into her eternal life Saturday February 19th, 2022, at her daughter's home surrounded by love. Annette was born January 29th, 1940 in Tatamagouche, Nova Scotia Canada to Donald A. and Minnie MacLeod. She was a homemaker for many years to her children and husband, Bob, of 55 years. She was an avid gardener, a wonderful conversationalist, loved any reason to celebrate, an animal lover extraordinaire, a magician in her kitchen, a wonderful mother to her two children and the best "Nana" to her 2 cherished grandchildren. Annette never met a stranger, her witty way made her very likeable to her new friends and loved by...

Mary Lou Puckett (89) passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 29th. Because of complications related to dementia. She was born on July 29, 1932, in Buford, Georgia to Grover H. Puckett and Sarah L. Puckett. Mary Lou was a kindhearted lady and was the primary care giver for her parents most of her life. She loved to cook, shop and her long walks throughout Downtown Buford. She had a contagious laugh and would call everyone "Hun." She will be missed by her family and friends. Mary Lou is preceded in death by her parents Grover H. Puckett, Sarah L. Puckett, sister Ruby L. Pierce, sister in-law Myrna Loy Puckett, brother in-law Bill Pierce. She is survived by her brother Henry J. Puckett,...

Gerhard Kresse passed away on January 6, 2022, age 77, in Lawrenceville, GA, where he resided since 2014. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Patricia Kresse, daughters Brenda Kresse and Cynthia (Eric) Lancaster; son Joe Kresse and two grandchildren, Hailey Kressee and Hayden Kresse, and by his sister, Ingrid (Dennis) Saunders. He was preceded in death by his parents Eduard and Agnes Kresse, and his brother, Wolfgang Kresse. Gerhard was born in Gottschee and came to the US with his family at the age of 5 to grow up in Ridgewood, NY. He settled to raise a family in the Binghamton, NY area. He served in the Air Force as a Structural Aircraft Mechanic. After many years of...

Doris Ann Thomas Rye of Sugar Hill, GA (formerly Douglasville, GA) passed away in the warmth and comfort of her home after an extended illness on November 13, 2021. Born at Atlanta's Fort MacPherson in December 1947 as the first child and only daughter to Gilmer SR and Mary Doris Rose Thomas, who preceded her in death in 1996 and 2009 respectively. Doris Ann graduated from Georgia State University and raised her family in East Point before moving to Douglasville and then to Sugar Hill. She was known as a kind-hearted person. Doris Ann is survived by her husband of nearly 52 years Gerald, daughter Tracy and family pets Milo and Munro. She is also survived by best friend of 20 years,...

Doris Ann Thomas Rye of Sugar Hill, GA (formerly Douglasville, GA) entered Heaven's gates from the warmth and comfort of her home after an extended illness on November 13, 2021. Born at Atlanta's Fort MacPherson in December 1947 as the first child and only daughter to Gilmer SR and Mary Doris Rose Thomas, who preceded her in death in 1996 and 2009 respectively. Doris Ann graduated from Georgia State University and raised her family in East Point before moving to Douglasville and then to Sugar Hill. Known as a kind-hearted and gentle person who never let the opportunity to help someone pass her by, she truly modeled Ephesians 4:1 "...I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have...

Rhoda Ann Goins Guidry passed away peacefully, after a long battle with cancer on September 23, 2021, at the age of 67. She was a longtime resident of New Orleans and retired in 2015 from Peoples Health Insurance. Beloved mother of Ne'Taki (John), Taisan, and Eian (Krissy), along with her niece and nephew Chantel and Jason that she lovingly raised as her own. She was the affectionate grandmother to 11 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Rhoda leaves many memories to cherish to her two sisters: Jaifini Rahim and Chaleta Cooper and 2 brothers: Albert Bass and Dean Davis Jr. along with a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and acquaintances. She was preceded in...

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Mrs. Ruby N Onyekachi of Lawrenceville, Georgia, who passed away on September 16, 2021, at the age of 54, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a prayerful candle in Ruby's honor and memory. Visitation will be held on Friday, October 29th, 2021, from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Crowell Brothers Funeral Home (201 Morningside Dr. NE, Buford GA 30518). Funeral and mass will be held on Saturday, October 30th, 2021, at 10:00 AM at the St. Lawrence Catholic Church (319 Grayson Hwy. Lawrenceville GA 30046). Interment is scheduled immediately after...

Lavonne C. Trainor, age 87, of Sugar Hill, GA passed away on Thursday, June 3, 2021. She was born March 3, 1934, in Freeport, IL. She graduated from Aquin High School in Freeport, 1951; and St. Mary's School of Nursing, Madison, WI, and received her RN in 1954. Married to Richard H. Trainor on April 16, 1955. She worked in hospitals in Wisconsin; Fairbanks, AK; and Freeport, IL. They moved to Sugar Hill from Toledo, OH in 2004. Her hobbies were needlework, crafts, gardening, ethnic cooking, and touring historic homes and sites. She was preceded in death by her parents, infant son Michael, son Timothy. She is survived by her husband Richard; her sons Steve of Spring Creek, NV; Matthew...

Sidney Morris Wood departed this life on Sunday March 28, 2021, in his home at Buford, GA after a lengthy illness. He was born on July 26, 1942 in Cleveland NC to the late Owen Wood and Minnie Belle Wood. He attended R.A. Clement High School in Cleveland NC and Johnson C Smith University in Charlotte NC. After college he enlisted in The USAF and served 4 years. Sid worked his way up through Philip Morris Inc. starting as a Sales Representative through the ranks to positions including Area Manager, Division Manager, Section Operational Manager, National Sales Manager and College Recruitment Specialist. He mentored younger employees and served as a role model for many of them. After...

Ramona Fugate Meyer, 92, of Buford, GA, died February 16, 2021. The family will gather with Friends on Saturday, February 20, 2021 at 11:00 am, in the Buford Chapel of Crowell Brothers Funeral Home at 201 Morningside Drive, Buford. Burial will follow Monday, February 22, 2021, 12:00 pm at Oak Hill Cemetery 11200 Princeton Pike, in Glendale (Cincinnati), OH. Ramona was born on January 16, 1929 in Cincinnati, OH to William Loran Fugate and Ollie Susan (Watson) Fugate. She is survived by her children, Fred Meyer, Jr. (Katherine), Jennifer Meyer (Brian Turken), and Jean Sweeney; sisters, Sue Peacock and Alice Moore; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren She lived at Huntington...

Harold Anthony Atkinson, age 61, of Dacula, Georgia, passed away on Friday, January 29, 2021. No services are scheduled at this time. Harold is preceded in death by his father Howard Atkinson and brother Eric Atkinson. He is survived by his daughters Erica Autumn Scott (Austin), Shannon Grinnan Weeks (Brad); son Mark Atkinson; mother Betty Lou Atkinson; grandchildren Maverick Scott, Mabry Lou Scott, and Henry Weeks; brother Michael Atkinson; and sister Jeannie Rutledge. On-line condolences may be expressed at www.crowellbrothers.com. Arrangements entrusted to Crowell Brothers Funeral Homes & Crematory, 201 Morningside Dr., Buford, GA 30518. 770-945-9999

Henry A. Smith, 95, of Lawrenceville, GA, a former resident of Milford, CT, entered eternal rest on January 22, 2021. Henry was born in Derby, CT on August 13, 1925 to the late Henry and Mary Persico Smith. Henry was predeceased by his loving wife of 63 years Lois Riso Smith, brother Robert Smith and sisters Elizabeth Ahrens and Dorothy Harlow. Henry is survived by his two children, daughter Susan Smith, of Milford, CT; son James Smith (Polly) of Suwanee, GA; and seven grandchildren, Alyssa Goldwitz of Milford, CT; Andrew Goldwitz of New York, NY; Aubree Goldwitz of San Clemente, CA; Rachel, Courtney, Daniel and Emily Smith of Suwanee, GA. A veteran of World War II, Henry proudly served...

Katie Marie Levasseur, age 89, of Sugar Hill, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, December 29, 2020. No local services are scheduled at this time. Katie Marie is preceded in death by her beloved partner Ernest "Ernie" Couey; parents Martin and Nellie Woolard; sister Audrey Pipkin; brothers Garland Woolard, Rudolph Woolard, Joseph Woolard, and Milton Woolard. Known for her incredible work ethic and her humor, she will be greatly missed by her daughter Linda Story Cerjan, son Greg Nixon, several nieces and nephews, four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She enjoyed volunteering and serving alongside her friends at the American Legion Post #5 Ladies Auxiliary during her years in Rome....

Lee Roy Wilson, age 83, of Cumming, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, December 2, 2020. Lee is preceded in death by his parents Willie and Emma Jones and daughter Denise Wilson. He will be greatly missed by his wife Carrie Wilson; sons Lee Wilson, Jr. (Ashley O.), Tom Wilson (Kelley), Larry Sarchenko (Kim); sister Wilma Elam; grandchildren Shana, Colt, Austin, Nick, Tiffany, Josh (Ansley), and Jeremy Wilson, Scott and Rachal Lanpheas, Blake, and Ashley; great-grandchildren Maddalyn, Kingsley, Sawyer, Harper, Camden, Blakley, Carter, Payton, Grayson, Griffen, Ethan, and Nolan. Flowers may be sent to 1630 Brisbane Rd., Dacula, GA 30019. On-line condolences may be expressed at...

Lisa Danielle Stone, age 48, of Cornelia, Georgia, entered into Heaven's gate on Sunday, November 22, 2020. She is preceded in death by her mother Barbara Lafaye Stone. She is survived by her father Terry L. Stone. Her void will be felt, and silence heard, as she will never be forgotten. She was loved by all her family and friends. On-line condolences may be expressed at www.crowellbrothers.com. Arrangements entrusted to Crowell Brothers Funeral Homes & Crematory, 201 Morningside Dr., Buford, GA 30518. 770-945-9999

Lois R. Smith, 86, of Lawrenceville, GA, beloved wife of 63 years to Henry A. Smith, entered eternal rest on November 8th, 2020. Lois was born in Milford, CT on May 25,1934 to Mildred Almquist and Thomas G. Riso, SR. She was a graduate of Milford High School (1952) and Vermont College (1956). In addition to her loving husband, Henry, Lois is survived by her daughter Susan Smith, of Milford, CT; son James Smith (Polly) of Suwanee, GA; brothers Thomas Riso (Diane) of Milford, CT; Bruce Riso (Barbara) Cape Coral, FL; and seven grandchildren, Alyssa Goldwitz of Milford, CT; Andrew Goldwitz of New York, NY; Aubree Goldwitz of San Clemente, CA; Rachel, Courtney, Daniel and Emily Smith of...

Sandra McMichael Carroll was born in Macon, Georgia on December 5, 1934 to Rupert Lee and Ethel Potter McMichael. She attended Fort Hawkins Elementary and graduated from Miller/Lanier High School in 1953. She was known for her beautiful soprano voice and even sang on the radio with famous voices such as John Gary. She also shared her musical talents by singing at church, funerals, weddings and the Macon Civic Choral. On July 11, 1953, she married her high school sweetheart Gene Carroll. She was the mother of seven children, one daughter and six sons, who have been blessed greatly by her love and selflessness. As her children grew older, she worked for Sears as a salesclerk and then as...

Dushan Lowell Monchilovich, age 81, of Flowery Branch, GA, peacefully passed on Saturday, August 8, 2020. The Monchilovich family would like to invite family and friends to a Celebration of Life in Duke's memory on Sunday, August 23 from 1:00-6:00 PM at our home on Lake Lanier. Please bring any fond memories to share. Dushan was born in Atlas, Wisconsin, to the late Dushan Monchilovich and the late Eva Wabschal Monchilovich; also preceding Dushan were his brothers, Ralph and Donald Monchilovich. He is survived by his loving wife, Colleen Monchilovich (Goodell); sons, Blake Monchilovich (Maria) and Dushan Monchilovich (Lina); daughter, Torey Simon (Matt); sisters, Helen Nelson (Howard),...

Theresa Williams Peck, age 82, of Gainesville, GA, peacefully passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2020. Funeral services for Theresa will be held on Sunday, January 26, 2020, in the Buford Chapel of Crowell Brothers Funeral Homes & Crematory. Interment will follow at Broadlawn Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the funeral home prior to the service beginning at 1:30 p.m. Theresa was born in Gainesville, GA, on July 2, 1937 to the late Virgil Williams and Eleanor Bagwell Williams. Theresa was a member of Dacula United Methodist Church. She loved sewing, gardening, cooking and always helping others in need. Also preceding in death is brother Roger Williams. She is...

Retired Gwinnett County Sheriff Deputy Felix J. Cosme, Jr., age 63, of Dacula, Georgia, died a hero's death as he attempted to protect himself and a female co-worker from a violent criminal with no regard for human life on January 8, 2020. A visitation will be held on Saturday, January 11, 2020, from 4:00 to 8:00 pm. A funeral service will be held Sunday, January 12, 2020, at 3:00 pm at the Buford Chapel of Crowell Brothers Funeral Homes & Crematory. Burial will follow at Alta Vista Cemetery. Felix is preceded in death by his parents Felix J. Cosme, Sr. and Juanita Cruz Cosme. He will be greatly missed by his sisters Linda Cosme, Guissette Watkins (Jeff); nephews Ian Watkins, James...