Recent Obituaries in Cumming, GA

Nov 8, 2025

Charles (Chuck) Paul Ahrendt, age 85, of Dawsonville, GA peacefully passed away Saturday November 8th, 2025. Chuck was born on March 9th, 1940, to Dewey and Ethel Gunn of Ty Ty, GA.

He was born into a family of four brothers, Oren, Richard, Billy, and Jay Gunn along with two sisters, Kathleen and Louise Gunn, all of whom preceded him in...

Nov 8, 2025

Mrs. Diane Baker, 86, of Cumming passed away Saturday, November 8, 2025. Diane was born in Atlanta to her parents, Walter and Minnie Pickard Lawrence.

Diane dedicated 32 years of service to the children of Fulton County, Georgia, as a middle and high school teacher and counselor. Her service included Russell High School, Hapeville High School, Westwood High School, Paul D....

Nov 7, 2025

Lisa Marie Favre, age 74, lived in Cumming, Georgia passed away November 7, 2025. Lisa was born in Montgomery, Alabama. Lisa was born on October 26, 1951, to Cullen and Juanita Traylor. Lisa was an only child but had a large family with her dog show family and loving family of in laws.

Lisa had a dedication toward the Kerry Blue...

Nov 7, 2025

Patti Wilkie Carroll left this world for her heavenly home on November 7, 2025. She was born on December 19, 1960, to Warren G. and Mildred Castleberry of Cumming, Georgia.

A graduate of Forsyth County High School, Patti went on to attend Atlanta Medical College, where she earned her nursing degree. She worked for various OB/GYN physicians in the Atlanta and...

Nov 6, 2025

Frances Eileen Rodgers Bryant peacefully passed away on November 6, 2025 after an extended illness. Fran was born in Detroit, Michigan and graduated high school in Cleveland, Ohio. She then attended Mary Washington College in Fredericksburg, Virginia where she earned a B.A. in Theatre in 1968. It was there where she met her husband of 52-years, the late Julian A....

Nov 4, 2025

James “Scott” Shanley, born on September 28, 1956, in Davenport, Iowa, passed away on November 4, 2025, in Atlanta, Georgia. He was 69 years old.

Scott led a life defined by service, dedication, and connection. A proud veteran of the United States Air Force, he served from 1974 to 1978 before embarking on a distinguished career in aviation. For over three...

Nov 3, 2025

In Loving Memory of Patricia (Trish) Lynn Lanier-Jenkins

Our hearts are deeply saddened as we share that our beloved Patricia (Trish) Lynn Lanier-Jenkins went home to be with the Lord on November 3, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.

Patricia was a beautiful soul whose warmth and kindness touched everyone she met. She had a heart full of love, a...

Nov 2, 2025

Nov 2, 2025

Sarah Hood, age 93, went to be with her Lord, November 2, 2025. She was born to Buell and Leona Honea April 28,1932, in Cumming, Georgia. She was married to her husband, Bud Hood, for forty-four years. She was a beloved sister, wife, friend, and mother. She worked for decades as a machine seamstress, as well as farming and raising...

Nov 2, 2025

Donald Edward Crocker, 87, of Cumming passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 2, 2025.

Mr. Crocker graduated from High School in Alabama and attended Auburn University. He joined the US Air Force as an Officer and served for 11 years including decorated combat service in Viet Nam. He then held Executive roles at Equifax and IBM for 36 years before retirement....

Nov 2, 2025

Lynn Michelle Peecook 

Born December 29, 1964 and deceased November 2, 2025, at the age of 60 years old.

Lynn was preceeded in death by her parents, James Patrick (Jim) Peecook and Teresa Ann Peecook.

Lynn is survived by her sister and brother, Renee C. O’Neill and brother-in-law, Jim O’Neill and family, Justin & Christina Bahrenburg, Rachel O’Neill, Brooklyn O’Neill, and Sean O’Neill,...

Nov 1, 2025

Surrounded by her three daughters, Marilyn C. Maxson peacefully returned to her heavenly father on November 1, 2025. Marilyn was born on September 21,1941 in Buffalo, NY, where she was raised, attended school, married and built her family. She moved to Georgia with her family in 1976 and enjoyed a successful career in real estate in Gwinnett County.

Marilyn is survived...

Oct 29, 2025

Celebrating the Life of Frank Gray Sloop, Jr.

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Frank Gray Sloop, Jr., who departed this life on October 29, 2025, at the age of 79.

A Life Well Lived

Born on September 27, 1946, in Mooresville, NC, Gray was the second of four children to Frank Gray Sloop, Sr....

Oct 28, 2025

Jeanette Dorris (née Cheek), beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed peacefully into the arms of her Savior on October 28, 2025. Born in Jamaica, New York, to Carl and Alvina Cheek, Jeanette was the youngest of seven siblings and the last surviving member of her immediate family.

Jeanette’s life was marked by love—for her family, her faith, and all creatures...

Oct 27, 2025

Mrs. Linda Jean Rohrs, 84, of Canton, passed away on October 27, 2025. Mrs. Rohrs was born in Pittsburgh, PA, to her parents, James Kenneth and Hilda Fox. Linda was a devout Christian and was very active in the Unity Methodist Church in Inman, South Carolina. Linda loved to cook and bake. Linda will be missed by all who knew...

Oct 26, 2025

Kathy Paulette Pruitt, 67, of Otto, NC, passed away Sunday, October 26, 2025.Kathy was born in Duluth, GA, to the late James Albert and Betty Evalene Ward. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Kelly Pruitt; son, James Robert Pruitt; sister, Linda Holcombe; and brother-in-law, Randy Holcombe. She is survived by her son,...

Oct 26, 2025

Mr. James Henry Schreck, 68, of Cumming departed this life on October 26, 2025. Mr. Schreck was born in Long Beach, CA, to his parents, James and Betty Knight Schreck. James proudly served his country in the United States Navy. James loved birdwatching in his backyard; he was a carpenter by trade and was a very talented wood worker often...

Oct 26, 2025

Montine Howell passed peacefully into Heaven on Sunday morning October 26, 2025 at 97 years of age. She was born on Nov 18,1927 in Alpharetta, Ga to parents, Thomas Jefferson and Lee Onnie Tatum. She was preceded in death by her husband of 73 years Dr. Avery, Y Howell, her parents, a sister, Vera Webb, and brother-in-law, Howard Webb.

She is...

Oct 24, 2025

In Loving Memory of David Mullison Lauderbaugh

April 6, 1941 – October 24, 2025

It is with deep love and gratitude that we celebrate the life of David Mullison Lauderbaugh, who passed away peacefully at home on October 24, 2025, at the age of 84.

Professional Legacy

David Lauderbaugh was a pioneering leader in the corrugated packaging industry whose vision and technical insight helped...

Oct 24, 2025

Barbara Jean Horton, a cherished wife, mother, and grandmother, died peacefully on October 24, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on February 7, 1950, in Rock Island, Illinois. As the youngest of five siblings, Barb, as we all knew her, grew up in a household where she learned the value of family and friendship. In 1993 she married the...