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James (Jim) W. McGraw, age 95, passed away September 18, 2025 at Brickmont at West Cobb in Marietta, Georgia. He was born on January 24, 1930, in Greenville South Carolina, the son of the late Alfred McGraw Annie Mae (Sexton) McGraw. Through his journey of 95 years, he touched many lives with his love of music, gracious presence, and his unwavering love of God. His love of music was expressed through the choirs of the churches he attended and the times he was Minister of Music. He also shared his gift of voice in the Barbershop Harmony Society as a tenor in choruses and quartets in the a cappella focused harmony singing. Jim loved being involved in Smyrna Athletics where he coached his three...

Richard H?bert of Saint Augustine, Florida passed away on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at the age of 84. He was born on September 6, 1940, in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. Richard graduated from the University of Florida in 1961 with a degree in journalism. He was a former investigative reporter for The Atlanta Constitution, winning numerous journalism awards including nomination for a Pulitzer Prize. He is also an author of both fiction and nonfiction books, and a freelance writer of both magazines and documentary films. After a decade of world travel, he became politically active in Washington, D.C., during the 1980s and 1990s, served in the administration of Mayor Sharon Pratt Kelly, first as...

Conrad William Zimmer, age 77, of Morrow, Georgia, formerly of San Francisco, California, passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025. Conrad was born to the late George Melville Zimmer and the late Marion Frances Fowler Zimmer on April 15, 1947 in Lima, Peru. From a young age, he was well traveled and carried this love for adventure throughout his lifetime. In 1981, he met the love of his life, Scott Shearer. The two spent the next 44 years together and lifted one another through hardships. In 2008, the couple flew out to San Francisco's city hall to be legally united. Together, this power couple had visited all 7 continents, the last of which was Antarctica. Conrad was an intelligent, robust...

Gary Richard McGalliard, of Marietta, Georgia, passed away on Monday, March 17, 2025 at the age of 82. He was born on November 7, 1943 in Albemarle, North Carolina where he grew up. Gary worked at the local skating rink and found joy in teaching, sharing jokes, and connecting with people. He graduated from Albemarle Senior High School in 1962 and later attended Massey Technical College and Pfeiffer College. Gary worked as a Data Base Specialist for AT&T and Data Base Consultant ORACLE Corporation. He was actively involved in Grace Baptist Church, where he was a lifetime member. He was also involved in civic groups including being a member of the Masons and Eastern Star for most of his...

Sylvia Ann Robards Mitchell, 89, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2025, surrounded by her family. A loving mother, devoted wife, and cherished grandmother, Sylvia had a soft heart for all children. In her later years, she and her husband, Clarence "Mitch" Mitchell, served as house parents in a children's home, providing care and support to teenagers in the foster care system. She was preceded in death by her son, Don. She is survived by her beloved husband of 52 years, Mitch; her daughter, Lynn Hudson; her son, Dennis (Becky) Davenport; and Holly (Jason) Smith. She was a proud grandmother to Katie Holewinski, Ryan Smith, Kerri Hudson, Jack Davenport, and Garland (Zach) Seelye, as well...

Judson Donald "Don" Moulton of Sarasota, FL passed away peacefully on February 18, 2025 at the age of 87. Don was born on May 28, 1937 in Miami, FL. and grew up along the St. Johns river in Astor, FL. He graduated from The University of Florida with a degree in Civil Engineering including a master's in business administration. A proud Navy veteran, He served as a Lieutenant Commander completing two tours of duty in Vietnam. A native Floridian, He came to Sarasota in the early 70's initially by sailboat and fell in love with its coastal beauty. Don enjoyed a long and innovative career in the computer technology industry starting at IBM. He then founded his own company Accounting Plus...

Penny Rae was more than just a name: she was a testament to a life well-lived, marked by adventure, ingenuity, and a profound love for both her family and her crafts. On January 8, 2025, this remarkable woman passed away peacefully at the age of 81, leaving behind a legacy that will continue to inspire generations to come. Born and raised on the shores of Georgian Bay, in the Canadian city of Owen Sound, Ontario Penny's early years were filled with curiosity and an insatiable desire to explore the outdoors. Skiing, Sailing, outdoor activities and the ability to create designs through weaving, spinning and crocheting, led her to knitting, embroidery, needlepoint and ultimately to clothing...

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of my cherished wife and wonderful mother to her children and mine, Betty Jane (Sauls-Lievsay) McKenzie. She left us on December 14, 2024. She was a remarkable woman whose life was filled with love, kindness, and generosity. Born in Knoxville, Tennessee on April 2, 1931, she was known for her unwavering strength and resilience in the face of life's challenges. Betty attended Young High and later UT. She is survived by me, her husband of 54 years, William Daniel McKenzie, and her children, Teresa Marie (Lievsay) Carbone, John (Skip) Edward Lievsay, Jr., Eric Bevin Lievsay, Robin Heather (Lievsay) McDonald, Kevin Charles Lievsay, and...

Maria Myrthes Lemos Perini, 88, died peacefully on November 13, 2024, at her home in Lawrenceville, Georgia surrounded by family. She lived a full life and loved her family immensely. Myrthes was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and shortly after her marriage, she moved with her husband, Jose, to Syracuse, New York, where they raised their six children. After her husband's retirement, the couple moved to Florida where they enjoyed tennis and dancing. They traveled often and visited their children and many grandchildren. Myrthes' empathy for those in need made her an avid volunteer at many places over the years including Unity Kitchen, Van Duyn Home, Everson Museum, and Hospice of Volusia...

Patricia McGrath Rubner passed away on Monday, August 26, 2024. Pat was born September 3, 1941 in Buffalo, New York to John James McGrath and Ruth Benzel McGrath. The family moved to Ocala when Pat was a toddler. She graduated from Ocala High School in 1959. Pat was married to James L. Heminger from 1967 to 1977 and had two children, Todd Heminger of Ocala and Lyn (Michael) Curran of Milton, GA. Pat worked for SunBank over 20 years. She married Charles A. Rubner in 1999 and they spent their retirement traveling and touring on their trike until Charlie's death in 2008. Pat was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2016 and moved to Atlanta to be closer to her daughter in 2020. In addition to Pat's...

Sidney Jack Staples, of Roswell, Georgia, formerly of Naples, Florida, passed away on Friday, August 2, 2024, at the age of 75. He was born on March 15, 1949, in Great Bend, Kansas. Jack graduated from Battle Ground Academy in Franklin, Tennessee in 1967 and from the University of Tennessee in 1971. He was a proud member of Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity. He received his Specialist Degree in Education from the University of South Florida. Jack worked in both Collier County Schools and Charlotte County Schools as a teacher and as an administrator. While with Collier County Schools he also worked at the county jail to help inmates learn life skills and get their GED for a better life after...

Katherine Lynn Crowe of Douglasville, Georgia passed away on July 16th at the age of 67. She was born on April 2, 1957 in Columbus, Ohio. She grew up as a military child in places most people just dream of including Spain and Japan. She returned to the states and became the daughter of an airline pilot where she continued her travels. She worked for Motorolla Cellular Installation in the 80's and 90s before becoming an owner/operator of Digital Communications Systems and then becoming the Owner and CEO of Teknow Battery LLC in 2008 where she continued to travel the world for both work and pleasure. She was actively involved in rafting, kayaking, arts and crafts and teaching painting. She is...

LEONARD EDWARD DeROECK III, age 73, passed away peacefully on Thurs., 12/14/23 due to complications of diabetes. Invitations for Len's Virtual Service will be emailed as soon as possible. Len's Funeral Mass & Interment with Military Honors will be held at Our Lady Queen of Heaven Church in North Lauderdale, FL at a later time. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to help defray funeral expenses. Please address the donations to Patricia P. DeRoeck (In the memo line, please put Len DeRoeck Memorial). Full obituary may be viewed at https://obituaries.nationalcremation.com/obituaries/marietta-ga/leonard-deroeck-10892877

Sidney Kollme passed away peacefully at his home on June 30, 2023. Just one day following their 60th wedding anniversary, Sid was reunited with his dear wife Martha Burns Kollme, who preceded him in death on April 12, 2023. He was born July 19, 1938 to Sidney Pockels Kollme and Mary Fisher Kollme in St. Louis, Missouri. Sid attended Washington University and graduated from the University of Missouri with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering. He enjoyed a long, successful career in industrial chemical sales, working in senior positions for multiple international chemical producers. Sid's greatest accomplishment and highest priority was always his family, starting with his...

Meredith Lynn Rudnitskas Purmort, age 78, of Ellijay, GA, formerly of Mableton, GA, passed away on Tuesday, June 12, 2023. Meredith was born in LaGrange, GA to the late Ressie Mae and Leonard Vincent Rudnitskas on September 21, 1944. Meredith was the oldest of four children. She graduated from Osbourne high school in 1962 and married Freddy B. Purmort, Sr. of Griffin, GA the same year. They celebrated their 60-year anniversary before his passing in December 2022. Meredith is survived by her children, Fred Jr. (Kelly) and Melinda Balanno; 5 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren; brother Rob Rudnitskas, 2 sisters Roberta (Tony) Hood and Rita (Gary) Henry; and other extended family members. A...

Sara Joiner Eubanks, age 79, of Leesburg, Georgia, formerly of Ellijay, Georgia, passed away on Monday, May 8, 2023. Sara was born to the late George Hewett Joiner and the late Elnora Brewer Joiner on October 7, 1943 in Albany, Georgia. She was the younger of two children and was a graduate of Albany High School (class of '61). She had attended Wesleyan University, a local finishing school, and later attended Macon Junior College. Sara was raised in a loving, Christian family. She was a member of various churches over the years and always found peace in the house of the Lord. Sara had worked as an administrative assistant and was most proud of her time with Hope Lutheran Church and the old...

Nancy Henwood LeFever Hampton was born January 26, 1925 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Norma Henwood LeFever and Roy B. LeFever. She was the youngest of four children with siblings Betty Jane (LeFever) Gibson, Stanton B. LeFever and Betty (Toth) Spencer (stepsister) (all deceased). She attended the public school system in Lancaster and graduated in 1942 from J.P. McCaskey High School. During World War II, she worked for three years at the Hamilton Watch Company. As a result, she was able to self-fund her own college education. She initially attended Millersville State University and then went on to graduate from Catawba College (Salisbury, North Carolina) with a Bachelor of...

Martha Burns Kollme, born June 9, 1939, passed away peacefully and met her Savior on April 12, 2023. Martha was a loyal friend to many, dedicated sister, devoted wife, adoring grandmother and cherished mother. She was born to Martha Armitage Burns and Cecil Barrett Burns in Greeneville, Tennessee. Her natural mother passed away shortly after childbirth. Cecil remarried Lockie Melton, "Mama" as Martha would call her, and together they raised Martha and her younger brother Robert. Martha was a Homecoming Queen at Greeneville High School and later attended the University of Tennessee and Randolph Macon Women's College. Following graduation, Martha moved to Atlanta where she would become a...