Gwinnett Daily Post

We celebrate the life of Jane Powell Ackerman beloved mother, grandmother and great grand mother who passed away Sunday, April 7, 2024. Jane was a talented artist and avid bridge player who loved painting, flower arranging and interior design. She loved shopping for antiques and collectibles. Jane enjoyed an active social life centered around her church and various clubs, including many friends at the Atlanta Athletic Club. Jane was an active member of the Avondale First Baptist Church and John's Creek Baptist. Jane is preceded in death by two wonderful husbands her high school sweetheart Oliver Perry "Sonny" Ackerman Jr. for 57 years, and Dallas S. Thompson husband and companion in her...

Stephen Nicholas Liackos, 91, of Dacula passed away from mesothelioma on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. Born in Lowell, Massachusetts on August 11, 1932, Steve was the son of the late Nicholas and Demetra [Malliaros] Liackos. He is survived and loved by his wife of 52 years: Angeline Liackos; daughters: Stephanie Knisely (Kristopher) and Nicole Whalen (Donald); grandchildren: Kristopher, Nicholas, Evia, Denis, Am?lie, and Arianna; sister: Kiki (Peter) Theokas; and nephews: Nicholas and Gregory. Steve graduated from Lowell Tech after serving as a sergeant in the Army during the Korean War and had a distinguished career in managing and consulting for plastics manufacturing plants across the...

Pat Besson Swan, devoted wife and mother, 87, of Lilburn, Georgia, passed away in the morning of Tuesday, March 26, 2024, surrounded by her daughters. She died at Northside Gwinnett Hospital after complications from a fall following a fight with leukemia. She was energetic and independent until her last day. Throughout her life Pat was unselfishly committed to improving the lives of women and children, especially through health services and education. This resonated in her professional work and in her volunteer activity. Pat had healing in her hands and heart. She worked as a registered nurse throughout her life, maintaining her nursing license even through retirement. She began her nursing...

Mr. Hubert A. Beard, age 95, of Buford, GA, passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2024. He was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Louise Thomas Beard; parents, Albin and Mary Lou Higgins Beard; sisters, Ruby Beard Oliver (Early) , Louise Beard Greeson (Joe), Frankie Jane Beard; brothers, John Marion Beard, and William Henry Beard (Delora); nephews, Kenneth Beard, Gerald Oliver. Mr. Beard is survived by his children, Vickie (Larry) Grindle of Hoschton, GA, Crissie (Ben) Gravitt of Pendergrass, GA, Susan Willis of Louisburg, KS, Hugh (Amberly) Beard of Hoschton, GA; grandchildren, Benny Gravitt, Phillip Beard, Keyerra Tuck, Alex Keefer, and Ava Keefer; sister-in-law, Edna Beard of...

Evans Funeral Home of Jefferson announces the death of Mr. Jerry L. Brown who passed away on March 9, 2024. He was born February 11, 1935, in Gwinnett County, Georgia, in the area now known as the Gwinnett Civic Center grounds. Jerry was raised on the family farm now known as North Brown Road and the Sugarloaf Mills area. He graduated Valedictorian from Duluth High School in 1955 and from Georgia Tech with a degree in Industrial Management in 1959. He was active in the community as Gwinnett County grew through the 70's, 80's and 90's. He supported and or was a member of many organizations including Gwinnett Rotary for 20 years. Jerry served as Mayor of Suwanee in the 80's and supported the...

Claudia Nell Mills Jordan, aged 81, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, March 9th, 2024, just a week shy of her 82nd birthday. Affectionately known as "Mimi" to her grandchildren, she grew up in Stone Mountain, Georgia. She was the daughter of the late Nellie Murphy Mills, also of Stone Mountain, Georgia. She attended Stone Mountain High School, Wesleyan College in Macon and earned a Bachelor's degree from Georgia State University. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Dr. William A. Jordan, Jr, of Lawrenceville, Georgia, retired from a long career as Head of Ancillary Services at Gwinnett County School System, and her three sons, David Jordan and his wife Julia, of...

Willie Albert Mitchem, of Stone Mountain, Georgia, passed away on March 9, 2024, with his family surrounding him. He was 88 years old. Born on August 11, 1935, in Conyers, Georgia, he was the son of Mary Ivey and Joe Brown Mitchem. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers, Joe Mitchem and Neal Mitchem, and his son, Randall Steve Mitchem. In October of 1955, Albert married the love of his life, Ruby Nell Whitmire Mitchem. They were married for 68 years. Albert was a family man, dedicated to working hard to provide for his family. He was a business owner in Gwinnett County from 1963 to 1990 at Mountain Park Grocery Store and Texaco Service Station on Rockbridge Road. From 1990...

Faye Hargett Green, 84, Jefferson (formerly of Lilburn and Dacula), passed away on March 8, 2024 surrounded by her family. Faye was born in Franklin County, Alabama (Belgreen community) on September 29, 1939, the daughter of Sid and Learly Hargett. She graduated from Belgreen High School, and then moved to Birmingham where she met the love of her life and soulmate, Bobby Green. They married on June 30, 1962. Faye and Bobby moved to Lilburn, Georgia in November of 1972, where they raised their two daughters. Faye was employed by Gwinnett County Public Schools where she worked as a bus driver for 30 years. In addition to her parents and her husband, Faye is preceded in death by her six...

Billy Jerald "Bill" Clack, age 86, of Dacula, Georgia, passed peacefully on Monday, March 4, 2024, at his home. Billy is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Sandra Clack; his only child, daughter & son-in-law, Dawn Clack Diprima and her husband Leonard of Grayson, GA; three grandchildren, Hope Diprima of Nashville, TN, Evan Diprima and his wife Kendra of Kannapolis, NC, and Abigrace Diprima of Grayson; other relatives and a host of dear friends over the years. Billy was preceded in death by his parents, Letson Clack and Gladys Walls (Allgood). The Service to Honor and Celebrate the Life of Bill Clack will be held on Sunday, March 10, 2024, at 3:00 P.M. at Tom M. Wages...

Mary Ann Landers Kenerly was received in heaven on Friday, February 23, 2024 at 11:40 AM at the age of 84. She was taken from the arms of her loving daughter, Theresa Kenerly, and met by the arms of her Savior. She was the widow of Thomas Milton Kenerly, with whom she enjoyed 51 blessed years of marriage. On Tuesday, August 1, 1939, she was born to David Alvin and Nannie Lou Storey Landers in Acworth, Georgia. She attended Duluth High School. The good people of Lilburn could find her running Kenerly's General Merchandise until it closed in 2002, when the family moved to Hoschton. She was a woman of the community, belonging to Luxomni Sewing Club, the Lunch Bunch, and Hoschton Women's Civic...

Pamela Jones Ethridge, age 66, of Monroe, GA passed away on Sunday, February 18, 2024. She was preceded in death by granddaughter, Azzie Hopkins; grandson, Christopher Reynolds, Sr.; parents, Harold and Dorothy Jones; sister, Teresa Jones; brother, Harold Jones. Mrs. Ethridge is survived by her husband of forty-eight years, Charles Leonard Ethridge, Jr. of Monroe; children, Becky Purgason of Auburn, GA, Tina Ethridge of Monroe, Charles Lee (Misty) Ethridge of Monroe, Krystal Ethridge of Monroe; twelve grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; brothers, Ronald Jones of Commerce, GA, George Jones of Winder, GA, Lamar (Rebecca) Jones of Monroe; several nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was...

The Reverend William L. "Bill" Childers, age 88, of Buford, Georgia, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, February 13, 2024 and was surrounded by his loving family. He was born in WoodStation, Georgia on August 25, 1935. He grew up in the town of Ringgold, Georgia and spent many days working in his parents' grocery store. During his 10th grade, he met the love of his life, Thelma Wright. He had a love for sports. In High School, he was a star baseball and basketball player. This began his love for baseball where he became an avid Atlanta Braves fan along with a devoted Georgia Tech fan. He was married on his birthday on August 25, 1957 and later he and Thelma went on to have 3...

Jo Ann Cooper age 92 of the Liberty Community passed away on Sunday, February 11, 2024. She was born October 12, 1931 in Woodville. Her parents were L. J. and Annie Eliza Ruark. She was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Bob Cooper; eight siblings, Katherine Lyle (Ennis), Helen Hughes (Doby), Elizabeth Williams (James), Doris Christie (Howard), Bill Ruark (Barbara), Eugene Ruark (Rachel), Jack Ruark (Jean) and Roger Ruark. She is survived by two daughters, Susan Cooper (Bob McConnell, Companion) and Sheryl Scott (Howard); three grandchildren, Chris Bailey (Sarah), David Williams, Janna Bailey; one great grandchild, Gabriel Bailey; her friend, Tom McKinley and a number of...

Carol Elaine Mitchell, age 73 of Braselton suddenly passed away Friday, February 9, 2024. Carol was a loving mother and wife, she enjoyed gardening, traveling, dogs and animals. She was a member of the Hamilton Mill United Methodist Church and was a client advocate for paws4vets. Carol graduated from Tucker High. Carol is survived by her husband of 53 years, Doug Mitchell of Braselton ; sons Rob Mitchell of Flowery Branch, Jeff Mitchell and wife Kelley of Gainesville; sisters Cathy Seifert of Cumming, Claudia Kilgore and husband Ellis of Marietta; nephews Kevin Seifert and Dave Seifert; nieces Catie Nelson and Kelley Francis; and numerous relatives. A Memorial Service will be held 3:00 pm...

With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Donna Jean Jackson who passed away on February 1st. She is survived by her three daughters, Christine, Beth, and Mary; four grandchildren, Travis, Barry, Keith, and Maddie; and nephew Daniel. Please refer to www.levettfuneralhome.com for memorial service details.

Daniel Gilbert Holmes, departed peacefully of natural causes on January 28th, 2024. Gil is preceded in death by his father, Offie and survived by his devoted mother, Martha, and his brother, Travis Reynolds. He also leaves behind several cousins and other family members who share in the grief of his unexpected departure. He was born on February 15, 1975, in Atlanta to Martha Gilbert Holmes and Offie Holmes. A graduate of Brookwood High School, Gil pursued his passion for culinary arts at Johnson and Wales Culinary School in Charleston, S.C. He dedicated his early professional life to the restaurant industry, leaving a flavorful legacy in his wake. Gil's culinary expertise took him to...

George O. Richbourg, Jr., age 73, passed away on January 26, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, kindness, and culinary passion. Born in Sumter, South Carolina, George called Lawrenceville, Georgia, his beloved home. He was the cherished co-owner and operator of Hometown BBQ in Lawrenceville, where he delighted patrons with his delectable creations and unwavering hospitality. George's journey began with academic excellence, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Business with a minor in Psychology from Baptist College of Charleston, South Carolina. This academic foundation would lay the groundwork for his successful endeavors in both business and interpersonal relationships. Beyond his...

Rutledge Allen Klein, Jr., affectionately known as "Big Al", passed peacefully Into the loving embrace of his Heavenly Father just before sunrise January 25, 2024. Allen returned to his eternal home surrounded by family and the dedicated team of doctors at Emory University Hospital that so deeply cared for him over the years. His life journey of strength and unwavering faith serves as a testament to the power of belief and the will to fight until the very end. Allen is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Harolda; four beautiful children, Paige, Cheryl (Chris), Rusty (Virginia), and Patrick (Robin); sisters, Rudine (Don), Nancy (Richard), and brother, Mike. He adored his nine...

Rev. James Thomas Ferguson Sr., age 88, of Flowery Branch, GA passed away on Tuesday, January 23, 2024. He was preceded in death by his late wife, Mrs. Judith Free "Judy" Ferguson. Rev. Ferguson is survived by sons and daughters-in-law, James T. "Tommy" Ferguson, Jr. and wife Sara Ferguson, Flowery Branch, GA and Anthony M. "Tony" Ferguson and wife, Michelle Ferguson, Watkinsville, GA; grandchildren, Wesley Ferguson (Brittany), Morgan Sarazin (Kyle), Mackenzie Ferguson, Connor Ferguson, Caleb Ferguson, and Georgia Deitz; two great grandchildren, Truett and Tenley Ferguson; sisters, Mary Ferguson, Elaine Grubbs, Ella Arnold, and Evelyn Tarrant; sister-in-law, Betty Cantrell; many nieces,...

Dorothy Jean Whittington Sager passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family and friends on January 22, 2024. She was born January 10, 1932, in Crystal Springs, Mississippi to Quitman Whittington and Mary Leone Dalton Whittington. The family then moved to Cleveland, Mississippi where she spent most of her childhood. After graduating from Cleveland High School, Jean was employed as a telephone operator for Southern Bell Telephone Company. It was around this time she was introduced to Jay Sager by a mutual friend. Jay knew immediately that Jean was the one for him stating, "I'm going to marry that girl." Jean and Jay were married in Cleveland, Mississippi on December 21, 1953. ...

Mary Cofer Adams, age 89, of Buford, GA passed away on Thursday, January 18, 2024. She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Bennie Adams, Sr., son, Bennie Adams II; parents, James Thomas and Paralee Evans Cofer; sisters, Gladys Autry, Montine Wilkins, Dean Holman; brothers, Gene Cofer, James Cofer, Jackie Cofer, Grady Cofer. Mrs. Adams is survived by her daughters, Kathy (Tony) Jenkins of Tignall, GA, Melissa Stephens of Duluth, GA; grandson, Nick Jenkins; great-grandson, Jacob Jenkins; great-great-granddaughter, Addilyn Jenkins; sister, JoAnn Cofer Sargent of Dawsonville, GA; several nieces, nephews and cousins and friends. Mrs. Adams was born on August 27, 1934 in Dacula,...