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Recent Obituaries in Cumming, GA

Ronald A. Towery

Ronald A. Towery

Mar 13, 2026

Ronald A. Towery, 80, of Cumming, GA, went to his Heavenly home on March 13, 2026.

Ronald was born on September 22, 1945 to Boyce and Blanche Towery in Princeton, KY. The handiest of handymen, he was an Industrial Arts schoolteacher for 30 years where he impacted the lives of hundreds of students. Teaching was never just a job for him;...

Alice Earline Rogers

Alice Earline Rogers

Mar 12, 2026

Earline Rogers, age 91, of Cumming, GA, passed away on Thursday, March 12, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Ida Bennett; her aunt and uncle who raise her, Joe and Alice Boling; brothers and sisters-in-law, Ralph (Grace) Bennett, Edwin (Kathleen) Bennett, Burrell (Arlene) Bennett; brother-in-law, Clyde Wilson.

She was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church....

Leonard Lamar Picklesimer

Leonard Lamar Picklesimer

Mar 12, 2026

Leonard Lamar Picklesimer, age 64, of Forsyth County, GA, passed away on Thursday, March 12, 2026. Leonard was a member of Christian Hill Baptist church. He is preceded in death by his parents, Arnold and Nannie Picklesimer; brothers, Hugh, William, Jewell, Winford, Jackie, Ricky, and Douglas Picklesimer; significant other, Wanda Foster.

He is survived by his sisters and brothers-in-law, Betty Bruce,...

Patrick Graue

Patrick Graue

Mar 11, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Patrick Graue, a beloved husband, brother, uncle, and friend, who departed this world on March 11, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on April 25th, 1957, in Bradford, PA, Pat touched the lives of many with his warmth, humor, and generous spirit.

Pat was the cherished son of...

Colonel Carl Frederick Reiber

Colonel Carl Frederick Reiber

Mar 8, 2026

Retired Colonel Carl Frederick Reiber passed away on March 8, 2026, unexpectedly in his home.

Born in New Haven, CT, to the late Carl and Mamie Reiber he lived a full life dedicated to family. He attended Hamden High School (CT), earned his degree at Providence College, and an MBA at Syracuse University. He proudly served two combat tours in Vietnam...

Linda Lee Heard

Linda Lee Heard

Mar 8, 2026



Linda Lee Wagnon Heard, former Director of the Cumming Playhouse, passed away last Sunday, March 8, at age 79. Linda’s Home-Going Celebration will be held at Coal Mountain Baptist Church on Friday, March 13, 2026, at 11:00 am, with the Reverend Danny Bennett and Robbie Mathis officiating. Visitation will be held at the Ingram Funeral Home on Thursday, March 12...

Jimmy Dale Vickery

Jimmy Dale Vickery

Mar 8, 2026

Jimmy Dale Vickery, age 91, of Cumming, GA passed away Sunday, March 8, 2026. Jimmy Vickery joined the Army in 1954 and served honorably in the elite Special Forces in Ft. Bragg, NC for 21 years including 3 tours in Vietnam. MSG Vickery retired in 1975 and was awarded many medals during his military career to include the Purple Heart.

He...

Edna Jean McNorton

Edna Jean McNorton

Mar 7, 2026

Edna Jean Nelms McNorton, 84, of Cumming, Georgia, formerly of Clermont and Summerfield, Florida, passed away on March 7, 2026. Jean was born in Brooks, Georgia, to the late Ralph and Nannie Mae Nelms.

Jean was an honors graduate of Fayette County High School and attended Massey Business School. She enjoyed a 30-year career with the federal government, holding positions with...

Stephen Davis

Stephen Davis

Mar 7, 2026

Steve Davis passed away on March 7, 2026, with his wife, Mina, and family by his side.

He was born in Montreal, Canada, on March 5, 1933. After graduating high school in St. John, New Brunswick, he attended Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia. During these years and for most of his life, he participated and excelled in sports, mainly baseball...

Marilyn Joanne Ponton

Marilyn Joanne Ponton

Mar 7, 2026

With the heaviest of hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Marilyn Joanne (Changaris) Ponton on March 7th, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was born in 1950 to the late Helen and John Changaris in Yuba City, California, where she was raised. She most recently made Cumming, Georgia her home to be close to...

Nelda Mastin

Nelda Mastin

Mar 5, 2026

Nelda Mastin passed away surrounded by the love of her family. She shared 63 wonderful years of marriage with her devoted husband, James Mastin. Nelda loved spending time with her family, enjoyed going on cruises, and was an avid reader who always appreciated a good book. She also had a deep love for music and enjoyed playing the piano. Known...

Marilyn Marie Durand

Marilyn Marie Durand

Mar 4, 2026

Some people leave footprints on our hearts that time can never erase. Marilyn Marie Durand was one of those rare and beautiful souls whose love, kindness, and gentle spirit touched everyone fortunate enough to know her. Though she may no longer walk beside us, the warmth she shared will continue to live on in the many lives she touched.

Marilyn was...

Peggy "Rose" Moser

Peggy "Rose" Moser

Mar 4, 2026

Peggy “Rose” Moser, 85 of Cumming was born August 6, 1940 in Houston, TX and passed away Wednesday, March 4, 2026 and is rejoicing with her Lord in Heaven. Rose lived in Texas most of her life and decided to drive back to Georgia after 52 years and spent her last few months living life to its fullest. She loved...

Rene Walter Gutensohn

Rene Walter Gutensohn

Mar 3, 2026

Rene Walter Gutensohn, 72, of Cumming, GA, passed away on March 3, 2026, at Northside Hospital. He was born on July 31, 1953, in Thaleischweiler, Germany, to Maria Dolores Gutensohn (Ruiz) and Herbert Gutensohn.

Rene started his working life as an electrical apprentice, but then he decided to study as electrical engineer. To supplement his income, in his free time he...

Mildred Jo Martin

Mildred Jo Martin

Mar 3, 2026

Mildred Jo Samples Martin, age 85, of Cumming, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her residence Tuesday, March 3, 2026.

Born April 22, 1940, in Cherokee County, Georgia, she was the daughter of the late Ralph and Della Nix Samples.

She graduated from Forsyth County High School and was a long-time employee of Entertainment Mart, a company she co-owned with her husband, Ralph...

Billy Maxwell Hansard

Billy Maxwell Hansard

Feb 28, 2026

Billy Maxwell Hansard, known to many as “Papa” for his paternal compassion, passed peacefully surrounded by loved ones in his home on February 28, 2026, after 85 years of life. He was born in Cumming, Georgia on December 20, 1940, where he later returned after raising his three children to reside with his wife, Cathy. He graduated from Roswell High...

Bobbie Jeanette Richards

Bobbie Jeanette Richards

Feb 26, 2026

Bobbie "Grannie" Richards, a beloved member of the Cumming, Georgia community, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2026, at the age of 89. Born on February 19, 1937, in Cumming, Georgia, Bobbie spent her entire life in the town she called home. 

Bobbie was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother who cherished her family above all else. She was...

Mike Eidson

Mike Eidson

Feb 25, 2026

Mike Eidson

February 21, 1957 — February 25, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael "Mike"  Eidson, who departed this life on February 25, 2026, at the age of 69. A longtime resident of Cumming, Georgia, Michael passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of his family, shortly after celebrating his birthday.

A Life of Character and...

James Michael Holbrook

James Michael Holbrook

Feb 24, 2026

James Michael “Mikie” Holbrook, 55, passed away on February 24, 2026, in Gainesville, GA. He was born on May 29, 1970, in Cumming, GA.

Mikie was a devoted father, grandfather, and family man whose greatest joy in life was the people he loved. He had a gift for laughter and could light up any room with his sense of humor. Those...