Feb 22, 2024

Feb 22, 2024

KAAREN ANDERSEN NOWICKI

September 23, 1942-February 22, 2024

Whimsical. Incisive. Cheerful. Playful. Empathetic. Ready to help anyone in need. These words only begin to describe the inimitable and beloved Kaaren Nowicki, who died of colon cancer on February 22nd, at home, surrounded by loving family.

Kaaren grew up in a small community in rural Wisconsin, attended public schools, and went to Carroll College,...

Feb 22, 2024

Thomas Roy Graham, age 91, of Atlanta, Georgia, passed away peacefully in his home on February 22, 2024, as a result of natural causes. His life partner of over 20 years, Judy James, was by his side at the time of Thomas' passing.

Thomas was born on June 21, 1932, to Glenn and Zelma Graham of Grantville, Georgia. At the age...

Feb 20, 2024

Suzanne Graham Gerrard, age 77, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 20, 2024. Suzanne was born in Birmingham, AL to the late John C. Graham, Jr. and Susan Allen Graham. Suzanne was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Dr. William A. Gerrard, Ill. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Christopher and Becky Gerrard; son and daughter-in-law, Jonathan...

Feb 18, 2024

Surrounded by family, Mary Elizabeth Whittemore Carroll passed as gently as could be managed on Sunday February 18th, 2024. Elizabeth was born April 25 1955 in Dalton, Georgia to Jessie and John Whittemore, both now deceased. She grew up in North Georgia with her older sister and brother, Anne and John. She graduated from Presbyterian College (SC) in 1977 before...

Feb 15, 2024

Wesley Daniel Stephens

July 24, 1927 - February 15, 2024

After he moved into assisted living at age 87, Wesley drove his sons and daughters crazy by periodically unplugging his computer components, shuffling them around, and occasionally getting them to work again. But this habit came from a lifetime of repairing things. He couldn't bear to sit long without jumping up to...

Feb 14, 2024

Judge Hilton Fuller, born in Atlanta in 1941 to Dr. Hilton Fuller and Viola Singleton, died on the 14th day of February 2024, just two days shy of his 83rd birthday. He passed away from complications due to surgery.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 57 years, Peggy Hearn Fuller; his son, Hilton Monroe Fuller...

Feb 12, 2024

With family present, Margaret Ann Yarbrough Bailey peacefully passed away from heart issues on February 12, 2024.

Margaret was born August 8, 1947 in Rock Hill, South Carolina, the daughter of Mary Greene Yarbrough and Lonnie Stewart Yarbrough. Mary and Lonnie married shortly after Lonnie served overseas in World War II. Shortly after Margaret's birth, the family moved to the Atlanta...

Feb 9, 2024

Alan Douglas Hugueley passed away on February 9, 2024, surrounded by loved ones. Alan is survived by his wife Connie Jean.

Alan was born on August 29, 1952, in Lebanon, Tennessee, the son of the late Charles William and Hazel Hoppe Hugueley.

Alan is survived by a loving daughter and son Heather and her husband Turner Skipper; Beau, his wife...

Feb 7, 2024

Martha J Meadows Matthews

Martha was born in Bleckley Co. GA. Her parents, John and Josie Meadows moved to Hawkinsville, GA when she was in the third grade. She lived there until she graduated with Honors from Hawkinsville High School.

Martha started volunteering during World War II. After school she made bandages for the American Red Cross. This was done by placing...

Feb 5, 2024

David Van Buren, age 63, of Atlanta, GA, passed away from a short illness following a stroke on Monday February 5, 2024, surrounded by his daughter, son, and his family. He was born in Atlanta on November 3, 1960 to Dr. and Mrs. James Van Buren. David graduated from Briarcliff High School in 1979, where he excelled in sports and...

Feb 5, 2024

Lucile Moore Johnston Griffin died peacefully surrounded by her family on February 5, 2024 at her long-time residence, Canterbury Court in Atlanta, Georgia. Lucile was born at home September 19, 1934 in Thomaston, Georgia, the first child of William Gibson Johnston and Lucile Marguerite Moore Johnston. She met the love of her life, William Caldwell ('Grif") Griffin, on a blind...

Feb 4, 2024

Fay Aline Youmans Guptill passed away on February 4th, 2024.

Fay was born on November 10th, 1937 to J. Henry and Nixie Youmans. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carleton S. Guptill.

Fay worked in banking until she retired shortly after she and Carleton married.

Fay and Carleton were very active in the Methodist church, having served as officers at...

Feb 4, 2024

In loving memory of a man who wore many hats - a son, brother, grandchild, nephew, father, grandfather, uncle, cousin, and friend. He was a beacon of kindness and gentleness, a man who never met a stranger. Born to Asbury Burke Jr. and Sallie Mae Reid Burke, he was the eldest son, a man who cherished his family deeply. His...

Feb 4, 2024

Gabrielle (Gay) Rogers Keen, of Atlanta, GA, died peacefully in her home at an assisted living facility on February 4, 2024, following a stroke a few days earlier. She was born August 7, 1948 in Eufaula, Alabama, and spent her formative years there.

Gabrielle is predeceased in death by her parents John C. and Gabrielle M. Rogers and her husband...

Feb 2, 2024

Raymond Willoch, 90, passed away Friday, February 2, 2024, surrounded by family at his home in Stone Mountain, GA.

Born in Norristown, PA on June 13, 1933, he was the son of the late Helge Willoch and Randi (Raaum) Willoch, both of Norway. "Ray" often reflected on the hand of Providence in his life. For example, as a boy growing up...

Feb 2, 2024

Sebastian Roman passed away and was received into eternal rest on Friday, February 2, 2024. He was born on September 24, 1996, in Decatur, Georgia. He is survived by his father, Jesus Roman, his mother, Luz Stella Roman, one sister, Diana Roman, one brother Donovan Plantadis (Cinthia) and two cherished nephews, Matthew and Jacob. He is also survived by five...

Feb 1, 2024

Robert R. Durfield III, 83, of Stone Mountain, GA, passed away on February 1, 2024, after a brief illness.

Robert was born on November 14, 1940, to Robert and Annie Durfield in Birmingham, AL. After Robert graduated from Shades Crest High School in 1959, he studied at Jacksonville State University before beginning a forty-one-year career in the electrical contracting industry. He...

Jan 30, 2024

Gilda Esther Ponz Agra (1931-2024)

Beloved mother and grandmother, Gilda Esther "Teté" Ponz Agra, 92, of Stone Mountain, GA, passed peacefully and surrounded by her family on January 30th, 2024.

Esther was born on May 16th, 1931 to Carmen Graciela Cabrera González and Enrique Angel Ponz in Habana, Cuba. The stories of her youth centered around the love and esteem with which...

Jan 30, 2024

Joe went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 30, 2024.

Joseph Daniel Spinks was born on August 18, 1940, son of the late Louis and Myrtice Spinks. He graduated from Decatur High School and married his high school sweetheart, Sally. They began their married life in the Decatur area where Joe owned and operated his own business, Spinks Printing...