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Recent Obituaries in Cumming, GA

Linda Lenora Rush

Linda Lenora Rush

Jul 23, 2019

Linda Lenora Cabe Rush, age 71, of Dahlonega, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, July 23, 2019. Linda was a living example of Gods unconditional love and forgiveness. She will be surely missed by everyone she knew. Linda is preceded in death by her husband, Curtis Rush; her parents, John (J.W.) and Marie Cabe; son, Tim...

Evelyn Hansard

Evelyn Hansard

Jul 21, 2019

Evelyn Hansard, age 92, of Dahlonega, GA., passed away Sunday, July 21,2019 at her home. She was a member of Sharon Baptist Church. She loved her grandchildren. Evelyn was preceded in death by her parents, William D. and Irene Buice; her husband, Charles Hansard; her son, Charles Hansard, II; her father in law and mother in law, J.O. and Katherine...

Anne B Eldridge

Anne B Eldridge

Jul 20, 2019

Anne B. Eldridge, age 85 of Atlanta, Georgia passed away Saturday, July 20, 2019. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, July 26, 2019 at Peachtree Road United Methodist Church in the Chapel.

Byars Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Cumming, Georgia.

Jane Anthony

Jane Anthony

Jul 20, 2019

Jane Anthony, age 88 of Cumming, GA. passed away Saturday, July 20, 2019. Jane was a member of New Hope United Methodist Church where she had been active in the Happy Hearts, UMW, choir, and VBS. Jane was an Atlanta Braves and Georgia Bulldog fan. She is preceded in death by her parents, Willie Joe and Maude Wilkin; her brother,...

Richard Eugene Martin, Sr.

Richard Eugene Martin, Sr.

Jul 18, 2019

Richard Eugene Martin, Sr., age 72, of Alpharetta, GA passed away July 18, 2019. He was born and raised in Orlando Florida and a United States Air Force Veteran serving in the Vietnam War. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Bonnie Martin, of Alpharetta, GA, son, Richie Martin, of Cumming, daughter son-in-law, Jennie Tim Stowers, of Dawsonville,...

Brian (BJ) J. Austin

Brian (BJ) J. Austin

Jul 17, 2019

Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) Brian J. (BJ) Austin, 69, died after a brave battle with cancer on July 17, 2019. BJ was a graduate of North Georgia College and was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the United States Army in 1972. A veteran of 27 years in the United States Army as a Military Intelligence officer, LTC Austin continued to...

Ricky James  McCoy

Ricky James McCoy

Jul 17, 2019

Ricky James McCoy, age 62 of Cumming, Georgia passed away Wednesday, July 17, 2019.

There are no Formal Services at this time.

Byars Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 155 Professional Park Drive, Cumming, Georgia, 30040.

Denise King McBrayer

Denise King McBrayer

Jul 17, 2019

Denise King McBrayer, 63, of Cumming passed away Wednesday, July 17, 2019. She leaves behind her parents, Aubrey and Rebecca King of Cumming; daughter, Blythe (Timmy) Jones, son, Wesley (Liz) McBrayer; 2 grandsons and 2 granddaughters. Graveside funeral services will be held Friday, July 19, at 11:00 a.m. at Sawnee View Gardens with Rev. Mark LaRocca-Pitts officiating. The family will...

D.C. Nolan

D.C. Nolan

Jul 16, 2019

D.C. Nolan age 72, of Cumming, GA. passed away Tuesday, July 16, 2019 at his home. D.C. was a member of Zion Hill Baptist Church and a Vietnam Army veteran. He was preceded in death by his parents, Doc and Ollie Nolan; son, Mathew Nolan and grandson, Matthew Nolan; 3 brothers and 2 sisters; father in law and mother in...

Margaret Elsie Tallant

Margaret Elsie Tallant

Jul 15, 2019

Margaret Elsie Tallant, age 69, of Cumming, GA passed away after a long battle with cancer. She was a member of Macedonia United Methodist Church and an avid Georgia Bulldog Fan. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph Bernice Tallant, brother, David Tallant, and nephew, Dennis Tallant. She is survived by her brother, Benny Tallant (Carol), of Cumming,...

Florence Alexandrina Paul

Florence Alexandrina Paul

Jul 14, 2019

At age 100, Florence Alexandrina Paul passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 14, 2019, at her home in Cumming, GA. She was born on June 1, 1919, in Manzanilla, Trinidad, and is the fifth of seven children to John and Rebecca Derrick. She married Julius Paul in June of 1941. She has been a loving and devoted mother to seven...

John Allen Ledford

John Allen Ledford

Jul 13, 2019

John Allen Ledford, 73, of Alpharetta, passed away Saturday, July 13, 2019. A U.S. Army veteran, Mr. Ledford served as an MP in Korea during war times. He was a loving father, grandfather and brother. Mr. Ledford had a passion for cars and motorcycles, as well as spending time with his family and friends. He will be deeply missed. Survivors...

Ralph Hugh Whitt

Ralph Hugh Whitt

Jul 10, 2019

Ralph Hugh Whitt, age 74 of Gainesville passed away on July 10, 2019. He was born at home on August 16, 1944 to Ralph Felton and Dessie Karr Whitt of Cumming. He was a member of Silver City Baptist Church. He lived the last 10 years in the care of his daughter Amy and her family.

Ralph was a master...

Benjamin Franklin Wilson, Jr.

Benjamin Franklin Wilson, Jr.

Jul 10, 2019

Benjamin Franklin Wilson, Jr. went to be with his Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, July 10, 2019 in Alpharetta, Ga. He was born in Valdosta, Ga. on February 24, 1944, and was the son of the late Benjamin Franklin Wilson, Sr. and Margaret Evelyn Wetherington of North Atlanta, Ga. He is survived by his brother, George Aaron Wilson (Janet), of...

William Bill Joseph Barrett

William Bill Joseph Barrett

Jul 9, 2019

William Bill Joseph Barrett, age 79, of Cumming, GA, passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2019. He was born in 1939 in Oil City, PA, to the late William and Helen Barrett. Bill was a proud United States Navy veteran. During his time in the Navy, Bill served as an Aircraft Mechanic on the U.S.S. Valley Forge and was a member...

Franklin Lee Hawkins

Franklin Lee Hawkins

Jul 9, 2019

Franklin Lee Hawkins, 58, of Alpharetta, passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2019. Franklin was a quiet, loving man who enjoyed the outdoors, particularly fishing. He was also a man of many trades. Survivors include his sons and daughters-in-law, Tim and Kelli Hawkins, Anthony and Stephanie Hawkins; mother and stepfather, Willene and Linn Neighbors, sister, Pat Mullinax; brothers, Scott Fields, Steve...

Michelle Lynn Hammond

Michelle Lynn Hammond

Jul 8, 2019

Memorial Services are pending at this time.

Myron Brantley Milford

Myron Brantley Milford

Jul 8, 2019

Myron Brantley Milford, age 64, of Cumming, GA, passed away Monday, July 8, 2019. Myron was born in 1954, to the late Hulett and Jessie Lee Milford. He was a member of Zion Hill Baptist Church in Cumming, GA. He was an avid farmer, fisherman, and hunter. Many times, you could find Myron tinkering around on various projects around the...

Arthur(Art) George Metzger, II

Arthur(Art) George Metzger, II

Jul 7, 2019

Arthur (Art) George Metzger, II, went to be with his Heavenly Father on Sunday, July 7th, 2019. Art passed awaysuddenly atthe age of 68,of natural causes,while doing something he loved - boating on Lake Lanier with his wife. Art was a27-year resident of Alpharetta,GA,a member of the Lake Lanier Boaters Clubandthe Porsche Club of America. He was also an avid...

Nina Anita Lynn Bagley

Nina Anita Lynn Bagley

Jul 7, 2019

Nina Anita Lynn Bagley, age 60, born September 13, 1958 in Duluth, GA, passed in peace on Sunday, July 7, 2019 in Cumming, GA. She is survived by her father, Brenton A. Bagley; brother, Wayne (Debbie) Bagley; 2 children, Allen (Ali) Daniel, Travis (Bree) Daniel; 3 grandchildren, Riley, Tinley, and TK Daniel; further survived by nieces, nephews, other family and...