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Recent Obituaries in Cumming, GA

Diane Lawrence Baker

Diane Lawrence Baker

Nov 8, 2025

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James Russell Thompson

James Russell Thompson

Nov 9, 2025

Mr. James Russell Thompson, 77 of Alpharetta, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 9, 2025. Jimmy was raised in Alpharetta and attended Milton High School. Jimmy was a Master Plumber his whole life. Jimmy was a NASCAR fan, loved to Deer hunt, dance, and play cards. We will miss being able to talk to him about anything. He was always...

Elizabeth F. Hardy

Elizabeth F. Hardy

Nov 9, 2025

Elizabeth F. Hardy, acclaimed athlete, model, author, and political advocate passed away on November 9, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of beauty, grace, and achievement.

Born and reared in Forsyth County and a graduate of Forsyth County High School, Elizabeth was the second of ten children of Thomas Watson Henderson and Vallie Belle Kelley Henderson. From an early age, she displayed...

David M. Lauderbaugh

David M. Lauderbaugh

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...

Patti Wilkie Carroll

Patti Wilkie Carroll

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...

Karen Marie Frix

Karen Marie Frix

Oct 22, 2025

Karen Marie Frix, age 67, of Cumming, Georgia, departed this life on Wednesday, October 22, 2025.

Karen was born in Santa Cruz, California, to her parents, Ben and Phyllis Fitzpatrick-Currier. She will be remembered for her warmth, strength, and the love she shared with all who knew her.

She is preceded in death by her beloved son, Shawn; her brother, Alex; her...

Frances Rodgers Bryant

Frances Rodgers Bryant

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....

Jeanette Dorris

Jeanette Dorris

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...

Marilyn C. Maxson

Marilyn C. Maxson

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...

Kathy Paulette Ward Pruitt

Kathy Paulette Ward Pruitt

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,...

Granville Herriot Pennington

Granville Herriot Pennington

Oct 20, 2025

Granville Herriot Pennington, of Cumming, GA, formerly of Jacksonville, FL, passed away at home on Monday, October, 20, 2025. Born in Brooklyn, NY on January 28, 1935 the son of Granville Sr. and Mildred Linden Pennington.

Dad was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Patricia Ann Sample Pennington, he...

Mary Lou Blum

Mary Lou Blum

Oct 14, 2025

Mary Lou Blum, a loving wife, devoted mother and cherished grandmother passed away peacefully in the presence of her daughter one week shy of her 92nd birthday on October 14, 2025, in Cumming, Georgia. Born October 21, 1933, in Glenville, West Virginia, Mary Lou was the daughter of Hayward Morrison and Pearl Starrett Morrison, and younger sister to Bernard Morrison.

Mary...

John Edward Munroe, Jr.

John Edward Munroe, Jr.

Oct 23, 2025



John Edward Munroe, Jr., lovingly known as Johnny, drifted into peaceful rest on October 23, 2025. Johnny was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, while his family was stationed there. From there to Chattanooga, Ireland to Canada, and eventually New York to Georgia, he collected stories, friends, and more than a few questionable jokes. While living in Atlanta, he met...

Barbara Jean Horton

Barbara Jean Horton

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...

Judy A. Walters

Judy A. Walters

Oct 22, 2025

Judy A. Walters, age 84, of Cumming, Georgia, peacefully entered heaven with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, surrounded by the love of her big, beautiful family.

Born in Buffalo, New York, to Maurice and Norma Connor, Judy lived a life centered around faith, family, and friendship. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Nelson...

Irma Smith Lewis

Irma Smith Lewis

Oct 22, 2025

Irma Smith Lewis, age 91, transitioned peacefully on October 22, 2025 surrounded by her family. She had experienced a short period of failing health when God called her home.

Irma is survived her son, Robert and wife, Suzi; daughter, Laura and husband, Ray Robinson; grandchildren, Michelle (Kyle) Kinsey and Jimmy (Alexa) Lewis; great-granddaughters, Landers, Owens, Parrish and Mary Blake Kinsey. She...

Lynda Pearl Chumbler

Lynda Pearl Chumbler

Sep 6, 2025

A memorial service for Lynda Pearl Chumbler will be held at Ingram Funeral Home on Sunday, November 16th, 2025, at 2:00 PM in the chapel.

Visitors will be accepted on Sunday November 16th, 2025, from the hours of 12:00 PM until the time of service at 2:00 PM.

James "Scott" Shanley

James "Scott" Shanley

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...

Patricia Lynn Jenkins

Patricia Lynn Jenkins

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...