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Recent Obituaries in Cumming, GA

Stanley Lynn Elrod

Stanley Lynn Elrod

Nov 13, 2023

Stanley Lynn Elrod, 59, of Cumming, Georgia, passed away on November 13th, 2023, after a sudden illness. He leaves behind a legacy of dedicated service to public safety, marked by a remarkable 40-year career that spanned roles as a Volunteer Firefighter, EMT, Sheriff's Deputy, and 911 Operator with Forsyth County and for the past two decades, as a 911 Operator at the Dawson County Sheriff's Office.

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James M Dodd

James M Dodd

Nov 13, 2023

James M Dodd, 80 years of age from Alpharetta Georgia passed awayon November 13, 2023.  Jimmy worked as heavy equipment operator for Holbrook Myers Grading and created his own grading company Dodd Grading. He was preceded in death by his parents J. C Dodd and Mary Dodd; daughters, Kay and Bonny; siblings, Ray Dodd, Jackie Dodd, and Connie Cunningham. 

He is survived by his...

Bettye Reid Booker

Bettye Reid Booker

Nov 12, 2023

Bettye Reid Booker, 88, of Roswell, GA passed away November 12, 2023. Mrs. Booker was born in Atlanta, GA to the late Harold & Willie Mae Reid. Bettye was of the Baptist faith. She retired from Pfizer. Bettye loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jimmy Booker, Sr. in 2015.

Mrs. Booker is survived by...

Xiuhua He

Xiuhua He

Nov 11, 2023

Xiuhua He, a symbol of resilience, selflessness, and maternal warmth, passed away on November 11, 2023. Born on March 1, 1939, in the tranquil countryside of Sichuan, China, her life's journey was a testament to her incredible strength and unwavering love for her family. Her final days, surrounded by family and loved ones, brought to a close a life marked...

Margaret Marsh Walker

Margaret Marsh Walker

Nov 11, 2023

Margaret Marsh Walker, 83, of Cumming, Georgia passed on to her heavenly home on November 11th, 2023 after a brave, four year battle with ovarian cancer.

Peggy was born in an upstairs bedroom of her grandparents home beside the Cape Fear River in Grays Creek North Carolina on May 16th, 1940.  The home still stands and has been beautifully restored...

Betty Chadwick Martin

Betty Chadwick Martin

Nov 11, 2023

Betty Chadwick Martin, age 91, of Cumming, GA passed away on Saturday, November 11, 2023. She was born on March 20, 1932, to Bascomb John Chadwick and Ophie Martin Chadwick. 

Betty was a member of Friendship Baptist Church. She spent many years at home raising her children, and eventually went to work at the Forsyth County Public Library as a...

Paul John Yosick

Paul John Yosick

Nov 9, 2023

Paul John Yosick, a force of nature with a big and generous heart, passed away peacefully in his home in Alpharetta, Georgia, on November 9, 2023, at age 79.

An active swimmer who taught water safety and canoeing, Paul grew up in New Philadelphia, Ohio, and graduated from Tri State College with a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering. After beginning...

Patricia Via Kerns

Patricia Via Kerns

Nov 9, 2023

In loving memory of Patricia Via Kerns, born on November 17, 1947, in Hinton, West Virginia, and peacefully passing away on November 9, 2023, in Cumming, Georgia.

Patricia’s journey began in a wonderful home filled with laughter and love. In her youth, she embraced life by playing basketball, singing in weddings, painting, and strumming the guitar.

Destiny led her to Steve, who she...

Melita Alline Struve

Melita Alline Struve

Nov 9, 2023

Melita Alline Struve, age 68, of Dawsonville, GA passed away on Thursday, November 9, 2023. She was born in 1955, to Aaron Barnett Dodd and Mary Frances Dodd. She was of the Baptist faith. She enjoyed fishing, quilting, farming and especially her chickens. Melita was all about her family and enjoyed spending time with them.

She is survived by her...

Daniel Kenneth Gendreau

Daniel Kenneth Gendreau

Nov 7, 2023

Daniel Kenneth Gendreau, age 68, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at his home in Duluth, GA, with his daughter Miranda and son Jacob by his side. Dan grew up in Madawaska, Maine and spent the majority of his adult life raising his family in Russellville, Arkansas. He worked at the Arkansas Nuclear One power plant as a...

Claude “Fred” Flannigan

Claude “Fred” Flannigan

Nov 6, 2023

Claude “Fred” Flannigan, age 80, of Cumming, GA passed away on Monday. November 6, 2023. He was born in 1943, to the late Floyd Willard and Ophelia Bryant Flannigan. Fred was a kind, loving, compassionate husband, father, grandpa, and great grandpa. He is preceded in death by wife, Patricia Flannigan; daughter, Becky Flannigan; son-in-law, Lee Pendley; and siblings, James Flannigan,...

Sarah Maglene Moulder Armour

Sarah Maglene Moulder Armour

Nov 6, 2023

Sarah Maglene Moulder Armour, age 88, of Cumming, Georgia passed away on Monday morning, November 6, 2023, peacefully at her home.  Survivors include her daughters, Rina Henderson (Dean Henderson) and Tina Armour (Lynn Epps); grandchildren, Aidan Armour-Epps, Miranda Henderson, Avery Armour-Epps, and Alex Fontaine; sister, Diane Sweatman (Winton Sweatman); brother, David Moulder (Jenelle Moulder); sister-in-law, Irma Moulder and many other...

Laura Jean Soldan

Laura Jean Soldan

Nov 5, 2023

Laura Jean Peranovich Soldan, age 91, passed away on Sunday, November 5, 2023, peacefully with her son Billy and daughter-in-law Tammy by her side.  She leaves behind her sons, Duane and Billy; grandchildren, Kaitlin, Jennifer and Krysten and 3 great grandchildren, Anthony, Juliana and Eleonora.  Laura grew up in Long Beach, NY and graduated from Long Beach High School.  She...

Fred Terry Lee

Fred Terry Lee

Nov 5, 2023

Fred Terry Lee, 76, of Cumming, GA, passed away unexpectedly on November 5, 2023.

Terry was born on April 4, 1947 to Lois (Stewart) and William Lee in Atlanta, GA. After graduating from Forest Park High School in 1965, he served in the U.S. Army as a helicopter mechanic both stateside and in Germany. 

After being discharged from the army,...

Leroy “Lee” Lashley

Leroy “Lee” Lashley

Nov 5, 2023

Leroy “Lee” Lashley, 87, of Cumming, GA passed away November 5, 2023, surrounded by his family. Mr. Lashley was a man of God and was a member of the First UMC of Cumming.  Lee was the family patriarch and mentor. His career was spent as owner/operator of a small chain of Tire and Automotive Centers in Metro Atlanta for 30...

Mayford “Junior” Knight

Mayford “Junior” Knight

Nov 5, 2023

Mayford “Junior” Knight passed away on Sunday, November 5, 2023 at the age of 87, in his hometown of Cumming, GA. He worked as a coal miner for 18 years, foreman with Williams Brothers for 8 years and was a truck driver for 18 years. His battle with serious medical issues in recent years showed his courage in facing life challenges with a SMILE! 

Junior enjoyed fishing and spending time...

Jimmy (Rocky) Brackett Jr.

Jimmy (Rocky) Brackett Jr.

Nov 1, 2023

Jimmy “Rocky” Brackett, 59, of Cumming, Ga, passed away Wednesday, November 1, 2023.   Rocky was born in Cumming, Ga on September 29, 1964. Rocky graduated from Forsyth County High School (Class of 1982) Rocky enjoyed working on our grandparents farm when he was growing up. He attended Gainesville College until he went to work for General Motors Parts Division...

Robin Elaine Cathcart

Robin Elaine Cathcart

Oct 31, 2023

Robin Elaine Cathcart, 55, of Cumming, Ga, passed away Tuesday, October 31, 2023.

Robin was born in Little Rock, AR on December 6, 1967.  Robin began her education at West Georgia College, and a member of Phi Mu Sorority.  Robin completed her degree and graduated from North Georgia College, Summa Cum Laude.  She taught at Vickery Middle School as a Math and Science...

Judith Mahnfeldt

Judith Mahnfeldt

Oct 30, 2023

In Loving Memory of Judith Mahnfeldt

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Judith Mahnfeldt, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and lifelongnurse, who left this world on Monday October 30th, 2023. She was born in West New York, NJ in 1943 to Margaret and Frederick Rubin and brought a profound sense of love, care, and compassion to the lives of all who...

Donald Gary McGee

Donald Gary McGee

Oct 30, 2023

Donald Gary McGee, age 72 passed away on Monday October 30, 2023 in his home surrounded by his loving family.

Don was born March 12, 1951 in Cumming, Ga. He was one of three children born to James H and Lorene McGee.  

He enjoyed serving the lord as a children’s minister for over 30 years. He was an avid...