Jun 17, 2021

Miriam Ashe, 56, of Loganville passed away on Thursday, June 17, 2021 from her long battle with cancer. A native of Manila, Philippines she moved to Los Angeles, CA at the age of 13. She graduated from the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM) in CA. She met the love of her life, Jeff Ashe, a young Marine stationed...

Jun 15, 2021

He never got a chance to live and become his own person, but he was a strong and brave boy. He fought his hardest but it wasn’t his time to be around. There’s a place somewhere for warriors like him. We are very proud of him, and we (his parents) love him forever and always.

Jun 15, 2021

Jean Hancock Staley, 90 years young and a lifelong Decatur resident, passed away June 15, 2021. Jean was born on December 10, 1930, to loving parents John and Doris Hancock. After graduating from high school, Jean earned her Associates Degree at Armstrong University in Savannah, and returned to her home in Decatur shortly after. Her soon-to-be beau, Albert Staley, Jr.,...

Jun 14, 2021

Berkeley Lake lost one of its favorite son's this week. Dan Macrenaris passed into eternity Monday afternoon. Dan and wife, Gail, lived in Berkeley Lake for over 25 years. Dan was an Army vet and had a side business named "Handy Dan". He had a way of making things work, whether it was electricity or making water run when it...

Jun 11, 2021

Lila Nell Heath, aged 93, passed away on Friday, June 11th at Benton House Assisted Living. Nell grew up in Talking Rock, Georgia and Ellijay, Georgia. She had many fond memories of life “in the country.” She left school at age fifteen to financially help her family. She worked at “Bell Bomber” during WWII as a riveter. (Rosie the Riveter)...

Jun 8, 2021

Michael Brandon Wilhelm of Decatur, Georgia, left this world peacefully on June 8, 2021, surrounded by the love of family and friends. He will be lovingly remembered by his brother, Randall Shawn Wilhelm, of Clemson, South Carolina, his cousin, Hope McDowell, of Greenville, South Carolina, Cheri Cashin, of Walhalla, South Carolina, James Arthur Cashin, of Mountain Rest, South Carolina, and...

Jun 7, 2021

Mr. Donald William Conrad, age 90, of Atlanta, GA passed away Monday, June 7, 2021. Born in Roanoke, VA on July 7,1930 he attended Plant High School in Tampa and graduated from the University of Florida where he was a member of Phi Delta Theta fraternity. Mr. Conrad was also a veteran of the U.S. Army having served during the...

Jun 7, 2021

Betty Bolander was born into a musical family in Lapeer, Michigan. She started piano lessons at age 4 (most often playing piano while her brothers and sister did the farm chores), and toured Michigan with a dance band at age 16. Her formal schooling included a BA in music and psychology from Michigan State (where she played French horn to...

Jun 7, 2021

Jun 7, 2021

Thomas R. Boren, age 78, of Peachtree Corners passed away June 7, 2021. He was a loving husband, father and brother who will be greatly missed. Mr. Boren had many talents and hobbies including being a single-engine pilot, sailing, tennis, golf, woodworking and playing the guitar. He performed locally at open mic nights showcasing his musical talents. Professionally, he was...

Jun 7, 2021

Cynthia Kay Kerley, age 66, of Decatur, Georgia passed away with grace and dignity on June 7, 2021. Kay lived life fully. She worked at DeKalb Medical Center, as one of Georgia’s first Radiologist Technicians, sold real estate in Atlanta, and operated a retail store in Hilton Head Island. Most recently, she found passion caring for the elderly. She was...

Jun 6, 2021

Gerald Gold Whitlock, 28, of Atlanta, Georgia born May 23, 1993 and died June 6, 2021. Gerald is survived by his fathers, Jeff Gold and Greg Whitlock, and other members of his extended family and friends. He was greatly loved. To honor Gerald’s life, his family asks that donations be made to Joe’s Fund at www.decatureducationfoundation.org/Joe or Decatur Education Foundation...

Jun 6, 2021

ATLANTA - Shari A. Netzley, 64, passed away on Sunday, June 6, 2021 in Atlanta, GA. She was born September 16, 1956 in Piqua, OH. She is survived by her husband Rock Wight (Atlanta, GA), her mother Gwen Karr and step-father Doyle Karr (Piqua), and her beloved cat Scarlett. Preceded in death was her father Eli Junior Netzley. Raised in...

Jun 6, 2021

Long-time Tucker resident Edward Lebron Scheivelhud passed away Sunday June 6th. A man of few words, a quick wit and a generous heart, Lebron was a devoted husband to his wife of 38-years, Sharon and an inspiration and rock to his 3 children Scott (Vickie), Jeremy (April), and Jessica Jones (Chris). He will be most missed by his grandchildren, whom...

Jun 5, 2021

Melvin Reed Weiss, age 95 of Decatur, GA went to be with his Lord, Jesus Christ, on June 5, 2021. Melvin was known by his many friends as Mr. Show Biz; always making them have fun by laughter. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Decatur since 1963, where he was active in the Key Stone Bible Class....

Jun 5, 2021

Mr. Carl Pomeroy Smith Jr., 95, of Atlanta Georgia, passed away peacefully June 5, 2021, surrounded by family and friends of Kingsbridge. Born in Hapeville Georgia April 1, 1926, to Carl Pomeroy Smith Sr. and Ludie Pye Smith. After graduating Hapeville High School in 1944, Carl served 2 years in the Navy. He went on to earn a degree in...

Jun 5, 2021

Mary Caswell Umstead, age 89 of Decatur, GA, died peacefully in her home while surrounded by her family on June 5, 2021. A lifelong Atlanta native and former Miss Vanderbilt, Mary was loved by many including her predeceased husband of 66 years, Carl “Teeter” Umstead. Mary will be remembered most for her generosity, dedication to family and her passion for...

Jun 4, 2021

Jun 3, 2021

Nivelle Lester Bone of Durham, NC, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2021. She was born to Hubert and Nellie Lester, and grew up in East Atlanta, with her brothers Young and Richard, and sister Miriam. She graduated from Commercial High School, and worked for many years for the US government. She was married to the love of her life,...

Jun 2, 2021

On Tuesday, June 2nd, 2021, Rebecca Combs Pugh, died at the age of 92. Rebecca was born on January 10, 1929 in Dublin, Georgia later moving to Atlanta, Ga. Rebecca was the daughter of the late Maynard George Combs from Long Island, New York and the late Louise Cochran Combs of Dublin, Georgia. Rebecca was married and divorced to Steve...