Dec 4, 2008

Mrs. Darling M. Holland age 82, a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on Thurs., Dec. 4, 2008 in her home. She grew up in Columbia, S. C. and lived in Ga. for over 50 years.  As a young woman, Darling began an interior design business in her home as a successful business woman.  After having a successful...

Dec 3, 2008

Laurie Kirby Burrell, 85, formerly of Decatur, died Wednesday, December 3, 2008. Surviving are her daughter and son-in-law, Belinda and Doug Harwell of Jackson; granddaughter, Johnnie Hubbard; great granddaughter, Meredith Hubbard both of Seabrook, TX; and sister-in-law, Doris Kirby if Daytona Beach, FL. Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, December 6th at 11:00AM at A. S. Turner & Sons. Interment...

Dec 3, 2008

Dec 3, 2008

Alonzo Magruder Buckler, Jr. (Al) 84, faithful husband and devoted father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed on to a better life December 3, 2008. Al was born on August 9, 1924 in Washington, D. C., the only son of Alonzo and Mabel Buckler. In 1929 they moved to Decatur, Georgia when Southern Railway transferred his father to Atlanta. Al attended Decatur...

Dec 3, 2008

On December 2, 2008, the sun set on the life of John David Pilgrim.  The well-loved man known to friends as “Johnny,” and “Imotele,” age 79, died peacefully at his home in Stone Mountain, Georgia.  John leaves behind to celebrate his life, his wife Claudina Adina Pilgrim; his three children, David Ricardo Pilgrim, Tina Colette Pilgrim, and Lisa Zanetta Addams-Pilgrim;...

Dec 2, 2008

Robert H. Richards, 94, a lifelong resident of Atlanta passed away on Tuesday, December 2, 2008. He was a veteran of World War II and worked for Wachovia, all of his adult life. Mr. Richards is survived by his sister, Lucy Perkerson; and many nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held at 12:00 p.m. Saturday, December 6th at Westview...

Dec 1, 2008

Mr. Walter E. "Walt" Nix, age 72, of Gainesville, Georgia, departed this life Monday morning, December 1, 2008 at the Wesley Woods Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia. Walt was born January 22, 1936 in Rincon, Georgia, a son of the late C. T. and Annie Maude Hatcher Nix. Walt was a 1962 graduate of Georgia Tech, where he earned his degree...

Dec 1, 2008

John Kenneth Garrison, 49, passed away peacefully on 12/1/2008 after a courageous 2 1/2 year battle with Multiple Myeloma. John was born 10/23/59 at Emory Hospital and grew up in the Druid Hills area. He attended Fernbank Elementary School and then Druid Hills High School. While in high school he was a member of the National Honor Society, played varsity...

Nov 30, 2008

Mrs. Carol Cauthen, of Stone Mountain, formerly of Lake Forrest, IL and Nashville, TN, died Sunday, November 30, 2008.  She was employed and retired from General Electric in 1961.  Mrs. Cauthen was a member of the First Church of Christ Scientist in Nashville, TN.  She is survived by her husband, Virgil W. Cauthen; daughter, Jill Edwards and her husband Greg;...

Nov 30, 2008

Martha Virginia Driskell, 84, of Atlanta, died Sunday, Nov. 30, 2008 in the Golden Living Center, Atlanta. She was born Aug. 1, 1922. She was the beloved sister of William and aunt of many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brother, Joseph Driskell and sister, Terry Flores. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec....

Nov 30, 2008

Janice Louise Hughes, age 60, passed away on November 30, 2008. She was born on November 1, 1948 in Atlanta, GA to Dr. and  Mrs. David James Hughes. Jan was a graduate of Druid Hills High School and she attended Emory at Oxford. She later earned a nursing degree in Jacksonville, FL and a Juris Doctor degree from the University...

Nov 30, 2008

 Mr. Robert Melson Goodson of Atlanta died suddenly November 30, 2008. He was born October 18, 1942 in LaGrange, GA; grew up in Franklin and attended Heard County Schools. Robert attended Emory at Oxford and graduated from the University of Georgia School of Pharmacy in 1965. He began his pharmacy career as a pharmacy intern at the Arrington Ingram Drug...

Nov 30, 2008

Theron "Michael" Whitton, Jr., 37, passed away November 30,2008 at home in Atlanta from an extended illness. He was a life long resident of DeKalb County. Michael was a member of Druid Hills Presbyterian Church. He was always known for his kind, warm spirited, big hearted and giving personality. He possessed a work ethic rarely found in people. Michael began...

Nov 27, 2008

R. H. “Howard” Vincent, Sr., 83, of Ellenwood died Thursday, November 27, 2008.  Mr. Vincent a native Atlantan was born November 14, 1925 and grew up in Kirkwood.  He was a veteran of WWII serving in the U. S. Army Corps.  Mr. Vincent was a licensed pilot and enjoyed flying his Cessna and Mooney every chance he got.  He was...

Nov 26, 2008

Guillermo (Bill) Casanova, age 65, of Atlanta, GA died Wednesday, November 26, 2008.  Bill was born April 27, 1943 in Cienfuegos, Cuba to Jose and Guillermina Casanova.  He was married in 1962 to Lupe Casanova.  Bill attended Georgia Tech and obtained a degree in Electrical Engineering.  In 1986 he opened his company, Atlanta CAD Services, an engineering and graphics company...

Nov 26, 2008

Miss Laura Frances Phillips, age 92, of Atlanta, died Wednesday, November 26, 2008.  A long-time resident of Atlanta, Miss Phillips was the first female plant manager of Airco and retired after 42 years of service. She was a 54 year member of Druid Hills United Methodist Church and secretary for the Phillips Family Reunion for 57 years.  She was the...

Nov 25, 2008

Mr. Dixon "Mitch" Mitchell of Decatur passed away Nov. 25, 2008. Memorial Service will be held December 7, 2008, 3:00 PM at Clairmont Presbyterian Church, followed by a reception. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations may be made to Clairmont Presbyterian Church or the Alzheimer's Association, GA Chapter, 1925 Century Blvd., Suite 10, Atlanta, GA 30345. A biographical...

Nov 25, 2008

William F. C. (Bill) Skinner, Jr. age 65, of Doraville, GA died November 25, 2008 of complications following a stroke. Originally from Richmond, VA and a veteran of the Vietnam War, Bill worked as an Attorney in Decatur, GA for 38 years and was an active member of the DeKalb Bar Association. He was a graduate of Washington & Lee...

Nov 24, 2008

Miss Jeanette Trickey, 43, of Atlanta passed away Monday, November 24, 2008.  Jeanette is survived by her mother, Sybil D. McIntosh of Tallahassee, FL; father, Jack Trickey of Crawfordville, FL; brother, Cameron Trickey of Tallahassee, FL; several nieces and nephews; and extended family.   For information for the memorial service, please contact Jeanette’s father at trick8358@aol.com A. S. Turner & Sons.

Nov 24, 2008

Mrs. Gloria S. Johnson of Clarkston died Monday, November 24, 2008. She is survived by her husband, Woodrow Johnson; and son, Woody Johnson, Jr. A funeral service will be held in the chapel of A. S. Turner & Sons at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Rev. Larry T. Burgess officiating. Burial will follow in Floral Hills Memory Gardens. The family will receive...