Obituaries
Mark Eldridge
Oct 6, 2025
Mark Stephen Eldridge, 75, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. He was in his home watching Old Westerns on his antenna TV, having just texted a friend about the imminent closing of EATS restaurant on Ponce de Leon Avenue.
Mark Eldridge was born on May 10, 1950 in Rome Georgia, to Pauline LeCroy Eldridge and James...
Jean Evans
Oct 6, 2025
Jean Landress Evans
Was a loving daughter, sister, mom, aunt, and loving child of God.
Her heart was filled to the brim with love. She was the daughter of God-loving parents, the late Glenn and T. Berleen Landress, wife to the late Jack L. Evans, loving mom of the late Lisa Kendall, loving stepmom to the late "Lil' Jackie" Evans,...
Wes Stuckey
Oct 5, 2025
Charles "Wes" Stuckey
Wes Stuckey passed away at his home on October 5th with his loving wife by his side. He was born in Valdosta, GA and he and his parents moved to Columbia, SC when he was young. At age 19, he left for Atlanta where he attended the Georgia Institute of Technology and received his BA degree in...
Manuel (Mike) Galifianakis Jr.
Oct 4, 2025
We mark the passing of Manuel (Mike) Galifianakis on October 4, 2025, at the age of 95, with quiet gratitude for a life that steadied and brightened our own. He met people with smiling eyes and an easy laugh, and he chose the good without calculation, as if there were no other way to walk through the world. He carried...
Davis Southerland Jr.
Oct 3, 2025
Davis James "DJ" Southerland, Jr. passed away peacefully on Friday, October 3rd, surrounded by his loving family, while holding hands with his beloved wife, Marlene-affectionately known as Rocky. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose life was marked by love, integrity, and joy.
Born in Memphis, Tennessee, to Jerry and Lucille Southerland, DJ was a gifted athlete...
Mary Sharp
Oct 2, 2025
Mary Anne Sharp, 94, of Decatur, Georgia passed away peacefully on October 2, 2025.
Ms. Sharp was born on May 12, 1931 outside Knoxville, Tennessee to Mary Lee and Lester Sharp. Raised in Decatur, Georgia, she attended Clairemont Elementary School and graduated from Decatur Girl's High School in 1948. She attended Georgia State University (1948-51), received her B.A. from Oglethorpe...
Dianne Orr
Oct 2, 2025
Dianne Whitmire Orr was received into eternity by her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Thursday, October 2, 2025, surrounded by her family.
Dianne was born and grew up in the Northlake area of DeKalb County, Georgia, the eldest child of Dan and Carolyn Whitmire. She graduated from Henderson High School in 1984 and received her bachelor's degree from the...
Kathleen Jeffrey
Oct 2, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kathleen Jeffrey, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, who left this world peacefully on October 2, 2025 at the age of 79.
Kathleen was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Mark Jeffrey Sr., with whom she shared a lifetime of love and partnership. Together, they built a strong...
Jeffrey Miller
Sep 29, 2025
Jeffrey passed away peacefully at his home in Atlanta on September 29th. Born in La Jolla, California and raised in Riverside, California, Jeff went to Riverside Poly High School where he was an avid swimmer. After high school, Jeff attended UCLA, and graduated with a BA in English in 1983. Following college, Jeff worked for Harris and Goldberg, a talent...
Gardner Chambliss
Sep 29, 2025
Gardner Marion Chambliss, 81, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2025, at Emory University Hospital Hospice Ward in Atlanta, Georgia. Born on May 7, 1944, in Vancouver, Washington, Gardner lived a life defined by deep devotion to family, service to others, and a tireless passion for science and education.
He was the beloved son of Marion Chambliss and Emily Ione Gardner,...
Vivian Cameron
Sep 27, 2025
Vivian Orr Cameron of Decatur, GA passed away peacefully at the age of 92 on September 27, 2025. Vivian was born and raised in Dalton, GA to parents Luther S. Orr, Sr and Flossie M. Orr (née Roach). She attended Dalton High School and graduated with a Bachelor's degree from LaGrange College. After graduation, she first worked as a 5th...
Maxine Dracakis
Sep 24, 2025
Maxine Dracakis, 85, of Atlanta, GA, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2025, with her two loving daughters at her side.
Born on February 7, 1940, in Hendersonville, NC, to Nicholas Trakas and Catherine Trakas Malavis, Maxine grew up in Columbus, OH, and graduated from Central High School in 1958. During her school years, she worked part-time as a model,...
Diana Hughes
Sep 23, 2025
Diana Hughes, 67, passed away on September 23, 2025, in Atlanta, GA.
Diana was a very successful artist who enjoyed the creative process of knitting, crocheting, and needlepoint. She had an international online business where she sold her hand dyed luxurious yarns and interacted with her peers and clients. Always going the extra mile to make sure they were happy.
One of...
Sharon Kollasch
Sep 23, 2025
Sharon Lynn Kollasch, a beloved member of the Decatur, Georgia community, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on February 3, 1946, in Pierre, South Dakota, Sharon's journey through life was marked by remarkable achievements, enduring love, and an unwavering passion for knowledge and the arts.Sharon earned her bachelor's degree from the University of...
Neil Baxter
Sep 22, 2025
Neil Allen Baxter, of Atlanta, Georgia, passed away unexpectedly in the hospital at the age of 40 on Monday September 22, 2025.
Born on May 14, 1985, Neil was a man whose life was deeply rooted in passion, loyalty, and dedication to his family and friends. Born with an easy smile and a quick wit, Neil was known for his...
Ian Hicks
Sep 18, 2025
Ian Calvin Hicks
November 23, 1966 - September 18, 2025
Ian Calvin Hicks passed away on September 18, 2025, surrounded by love and cherished
memories.
He was the beloved son of Lamona Gail Gilbert-Christy and the late Calvin Leonard Hicks, and
the devoted brother of Sammye Dawn Hicks-Opela. Ian is also survived by many cousins,
nieces, nephews, and dear lifelong...
Teresa Blackwell
Sep 17, 2025
Teresa Ellis Blackwell, a beloved mother, daughter, sister, and aunt, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2025, in Lawrenceville, GA.
Terry was born on September 1, 1955, in Oakland, California. Terry was well liked by those who knew her, and she made strong bonds and touched many throughout her life. She was beautiful, honest, intelligent, and fun loving. She cherished her...
William Keith
Sep 17, 2025
William Joel "Will/Bill" Keith, 56, passed away on September 17, 2025, in Atlanta, Georgia. Born on January 2, 1969, in Springfield, Vermont, Will lived a life marked by compassion, perseverance, and a deep commitment to caring for loved ones and strangers alike.
Raised as a Christian in the church, Will's faith remained a guiding force throughout his life. Though his...
Jerry Clark
Sep 15, 2025
In Loving Memory of Jerry Gay Jones Clark
With love, honor, and deep respect, we remember our beloved mother, Jerry Gay Jones Clark, who passed away peacefully on Monday, September 15, 2025, at the age of 86. A lifelong Atlanta native, Jerry's life was a testament to resilience, grace, and unwavering dedication to family.
Born and raised in Atlanta, Jerry...
Stanley Dennis Frazier
Sep 15, 2025
Stanley Dennis Frazier, born on March 7, 1936, passed away on September 15, 2025.
Dennis proudly served in the United States Air Force after attending Druid Hills High School. After returning to civilian life, he worked with Eastern Airlines in Atlanta, Georgia. During his career, he served as a union steward and was awarded the Silver Veterans Badge from the...
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