Recent Obituaries in Cumming, GA

Nov 19, 2018

Marcus Buster Elrod, 80, of Cumming passed away Monday, November 19, 2018. He is preceded in death by his parents, Ina and Bill Elrod; sisters, Shirley (Elrod) Reid, Barbara Elrod; brothers, Robert Elrod and Randall Elrod; and his in-laws, Rev. Leon and Blanche Morgan. Survivors include his wife, Sue Elrod; a son, Stanley Elrod; and Busters Little Buddy, Jasper. Graveside...

Nov 19, 2018

Raymond Allen Thornton, age 90 of Cumming, Georgia passed away Monday, November 19, 2018.

There are no Formal Services at this time.

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

Nov 19, 2018

Margie Lee Hughes, age 89, of Cumming, GA, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, November 19, 2018. Margie was born in 1929, to the late Carlos Frank and Jennie Mae Jenkins. She was a part of the Ladies Auxiliary, and always enjoyed marching in the parades. Margie and her husband, Ed, attended many church in...

Nov 18, 2018

Larry Havard Jackson, 58, of Cumming passed away Sunday, November 18, 2018. Larry was a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church and is preceded in death by his father, Louie Jackson. Survivors include his mother, Grace Jackson of Cumming; brothers and sisters-in-law, Louie, Jr. and Susan Jackson, Dwayne and Vikki Jackson; sisters and brother-in-law, Barbara and Mike Owens, Carolyn Abney; and...

Nov 18, 2018

Jeffrey Allen Crane, age 68, passed away suddenly on November 18, 2018 in his Alpharetta home.

Jeff was born February 2, 1950 in Rochester, NY by Christopher Bescher Crane and Marie Washburn Crane. At an early age, Jeff demonstrated an affinity for music, gravitating toward the guitar. Throughout the years, he collected instruments and played regularly with many friends including a...

Nov 18, 2018

Agnes E. Pia

Nancy Pia, 81, passed away on Sunday November 18, 2018 in her home with her family by her side. She was born in Jersey City, NJ on April 25, 1937 to Archibald and Theresa Cherry, both Scottish immigrants.

Nancy worked different jobs throughout high school before graduating with Honors and numerous academic awards. She went on to business school...

Nov 18, 2018

Mary Pryor Winn passed away peacefully Sunday evening on November18th, 2018 in Suwanee, GA at the age of 95. She was born June 28, 1923 in Whitwell, TN to Frederick Hues Pryor and Roberta Belle Allgood.She was preceded in death by her husband, Homer Powell Winn in 2008 and son, Thomas Pryor Winn in 2015. Mary and Powell had three...

Nov 18, 2018

George McDonald, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and brother, passed away Sunday, November 18, 2018 after a battle with cardiovascular disease. George was born and raised in Monaca, PA, served in the US Army as a Staff Sergeant in the Korean War. He moved to Atlanta and worked in law enforcement, then joined 3M as a printing technician in...

Nov 17, 2018

Garry Lee Cochenour, age 69, of Cumming, GA, passed away Saturday, November 17, 2018. Garry was a United States Army Veteran, serving two tours of duty during the Vietnam War. He worked for Ford Motor Company for 40 years, ending up at Billy Howell Ford in Cumming, GA. He is survived by his wife, Carol Cochenour; son, Shawn Cochenour; grandson,...

Nov 17, 2018

Peter Laba, age 73, of Cumming, GA, passed away Saturday, November 17, 2018. He was born in New Jersey in 1945. Peter worked for the State of New Jersey from many years. He moved to Georgia to be close to his dear friends. He is preceded in death by his parents. Peter leaves behind many dear friends. Graveside service for...

Nov 16, 2018

Chris Anita Benson, age 50, of Ball Ground, GA, passed away Friday, November 16, 2018. Chris was born in 1967 to Billy and Viola Green. She is preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Benson and father, Billy Green. Chris leaves behind her children, Stuart and Jonathan Benson; mother, Viola Green; brother, Tommy Green; cousin, Vicki Miller; along with many...

Nov 16, 2018

Gladys Wade, age 87, of Cumming, passed away Friday, November 16, 2018. She was a member of Alpharetta Church of God. Gladys was a member of Pioneers of Western Electric now known as A T T. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Cline Brock; second husband, Robert Wade; siblings Irene Long, Ruth Gravitt, Gene Blair and Lawrence...

Nov 16, 2018

Ruth Catherine Hummel, age 92, of Dawsonville, GA, formerly of Florida, passed away Friday, November 16, 2018. Ruth lived a long and active life. She loved to quilt and go to White Water with her grandchildren. Ruth was born in Philadelphia in 1926. She enjoyed roller-skating, even up to the age of 80. While roller skating was one of her...

Nov 14, 2018

Jane Granger Alvarez, 63, of Ball Ground passed away Wednesday, November 14, 2018. While we mourn Janes passing, we know in Jesus shes been given a new, eternal life. The family is celebrating Janes life and the legacy she leaves behind. Jane had a heart that shone so bright into the lives of others always putting them before herself. Jane...

Nov 14, 2018

Patsy L. Bagley, age 72, of Cumming, GA., passed away peacefully Wednesday, November 14, 2018 at her home surrounded by family and friends. She was preceded in by death her husband, Jimmy Bagley; her son, Jason Bagley; her parents, Lewis and Bobbie Shadburn Payne; her son in law, Bobby Mallion. Patsy loved her children, grandchildren, gardening, traveling and Beaver Ruin...

Nov 13, 2018

Louise Maude Cruse, age 82, of Cumming, GA, passed away Tuesday, November 13, 2018. She was born in 1936, to the late Howard and Susie Garmon. Louise was a member of Harrell Grove Baptist Church in Brookhaven, GA. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great-great grandmother. Louise loved her neighbors and friends. She was known to feed...

Nov 13, 2018

William Lloyd Worley passed away suddenly at age 89 on 11/13/2018. Born: 4/20/1929 in Graceville, FL, to the late William Walter and Idell Hightower Worley, Bill graduated Bonifay High School in 1946. Bill was a veteran having honorably served 4 years in the U.S. Air Force, receiving a Lieutenant commission. Upon completion of his military service at Eglin AFB, Bill...

Nov 13, 2018

Melanie Bertrand Farmer, 37, of Cumming passed away Tuesday, November 13, 2018. A native and lifelong resident of Forsyth County, she is preceded in death by her father, Joey Bertrand; her grandmother, Corrine Bertrand; and her great grandmother, Ellen Land. Survivors include her husband, Robert Farmer; children, Bradyn Farmer, Adalyn Farmer; mother, Shelly Bertrand, all of Cumming; sister and brother-in-law,...

Nov 13, 2018

Stephen P. Curl, age 69, of Cumming, GA., passed away to be with his Lord on November 13, 2018 at his home with his beloved wife, Fran J. Curl and family by his side. He was born in Atlanta, GA. on October 21, 1949 and was the third oldest of five children. Stephen was preceded in death by his parents,...

Nov 11, 2018

Ruth Eleanor Bond, age 95, of Cumming, GA., passed away Sunday, November 11, 2018. She was born in 1923, to the late Elmer and Ida Fisher. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her loving husband, Arlan Frederick Bond. Interment in Arlington Cemetery at a later date. Ingram Funeral Home in Cumming is in charge of...