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Virgil Junior Jones

Virgil Junior Jones

March 19, 2025

Virgil Junior Jones, a beloved son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Left this world peacefully on March 19,2025,at the age of 75.Born on March 24,1949, in Bowling Green Kentucky. He was the tower of strength of his family. Always willing to help other, he would give the shirt off his back to help anyone.

As a young man he fell...

Tao Ba Vo

Tao Ba Vo

March 15, 2025

Tao Ba Vo, born on April 24, 1943, in Vietnam, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2025, in Lawrenceville, Georgia. He was a cherished individual, loved by his family and friends. His presence touched many lives, and he will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Tao's life was one of warmth and kindness, and his spirit will continue to...

Clarence Gene Richardson

Clarence Gene Richardson

March 14, 2025

Clarence Gene Richardson passed away 3-14-2025 at the age of 88. He was born in Atlanta, Georgia to Grace Mae Miller and Harlan Thomas Richardson. He was the sweetest, kindest most loving man to all his family and friends. His gentle hugs, bright smile and great head of hair will be missed tremendously.

Everybody knew him as "Gene." His weeks consisted...

Ricky Ho Nguyen

Ricky Ho Nguyen

March 14, 2025

Ricky was more than just a brother; he was a guiding light, a loyal friend, and an irreplaceable presence in our lives. His goofiness and infectious smile could light up any room, and his kindness touched everyone he met.Growing up with Ricky was an adventure. He was always there - whether to offer a helping hand, share a laugh, or...

Edward Austin Hough

Edward Austin Hough

February 23, 2025

Edward Austin Hough AKA Austin, Pockets, Pookie, Brudder, Magilacut, Schnookems, Tito, and many other names, was 33 years old. He was born April 19, 1991, and passed February 23, 2025. He is survived by his wife Michelle, his mother Sam, his father Bill(Kathy), Children Gabster, Abba, Gabe, Bellatrix, and Ruby, brothers Jarod and Eddie, Sisters Tonya and Belinda. He also...

James Thomas "Tom" Sawyer, Jr.

James Thomas "Tom" Sawyer, Jr.

February 20, 2025

James Thomas “Tom” Sawyer, Jr.

January 10, 1948 – February 20, 2025

James Thomas Sawyer, Jr. of Rutledge, Georgia a loving father, grandfather, husband, and great friend passed away on February 20, 2025, at Piedmont Hospital in Conyers, Georgia. He was surrounded by the love of his family and friends.

Tom was born in Lawrenceville, Georgia on January 10, 1948 to the parents...

Juanita Virgina Maxey

Juanita Virgina Maxey

February 18, 2025

Juanita ("Nita") Virginia Maxey of Jonesboro passed away at the age of 85 on February 18, 2025. She was born in Greensboro, GA to the late Hugh and Gladys Stanley. She was preceded in death by her husband, Myron L. Maxey and her brother, Walter Stanley.

Nita was active in church throughout her entire life. Raised and married in First Baptist...

Gladys B Meacham

Gladys B Meacham

February 18, 2025

Gladys Creola Meacham

September 24, 1930 - February 18, 2025

Gladys Creola Meacham, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on February 18, 2025, at her home in Forest Park, Georgia, at the age of 94. She was born on September 24, 1930, in Hamilton, Alabama, daughter of the late Marvin and Maude Whitehead Young.

Gladys was a JC Penney retiree after...

Cynthia Vaughan

Cynthia Vaughan

February 16, 2025

Cynthia Vaughan, of Jonesboro, passed away on February 16, 2025. A memorial service will be held at Thomas L. Scroggs Funeral Directors on, February 22, 2025 at 12:00 pm. The family will be receiving friends beginning at 11:00 am. 

Cynthia had a zest for life that she expressed through her sweet smile. She enjoyed dancing, loved animals, and looked forward to...

Kenneth Ricker

Kenneth Ricker

February 4, 2025

Kenneth Leroy Ricker peacefully fell asleep in the Lord on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at the age of 66, at his home in Jonesboro, Georgia. He was surrounded by the love and comfort of those who cared for him so deeply throughout his life.

Born on June 14, 1958, to Fannie Woods Ricker Rodriguez and Willard Ricker, both of Georgia, Kenny...

Lorria Naomi Calalay

Lorria Naomi Calalay

January 28, 2025

Lorria Calalay, known lovingly as “Mom or Mimi” by everyone who met her, was born on January 13th 1932 and went to be with her lord and savior Jesus Christ on January 28th 2025. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alfredo Calalay and her children Gorgie Calalay, Freddie Calalay, Donny Calalay, and Johnna Kay Calalay. She is survived...

Katina Lea Webb

Katina Lea Webb

January 20, 2025

Katina Lea "Tina" Webb (née Phillips), age 67, of Rex, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her home on January 19, 2025. She was born on February 23, 1957, at Georgia Baptist Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia, to the late Ruby Nell Phillips ("Boots") and Clifford Lee Phillips.

Tina was a proud graduate of Colonial Hills Christian School, Class of 1975. She dedicated...

Charles Terry Dalton

Charles Terry Dalton

January 14, 2025

Charles Terry Dalton, affectionately known as Terry, departed this life unexpectedly on January 14, 2025, in Fayetteville, Georgia. Born on October 11, 1951, in Atlanta, Georgia, Terry was a vibrant soul whose presence brought warmth and joy to everyone he encountered.

For many years, Terry worked as a fruit salesman, proudly earning the nickname “the fruit man". It was not merely...

Henry Fay Mewborn

Henry Fay Mewborn

January 9, 2025

Obituary for Henry Fay Gilbert Mewborn

Henry Fay Gilbert Mewborn, 87, of Morrow, Georgia, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2025. Born on March 30, 1937, she was the daughter of the late William Brackston Gilbert Sr. and Minnie Glenn Craven Gilbert. A loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished friend, Fay lived a life filled with faith, family, and service.

She...

Mary Frances Grindle

Mary Frances Grindle

January 8, 2025

Mary Frances Grindle, born May 9, 1941, to the late Travis and Lizzie McWaters, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love and devotion. Mary was the beloved wife of the late Donald Lewis Grindle and a proud mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

She is survived by her children: Greg Grindle (Kimberly), Brenda Congo (Gary), and Sheila Shelton (Gary). Mary also...

Grady Thomas Bagwell

Grady Thomas Bagwell

January 8, 2025

Grady T Bagwell of Ellenwood, Ga. passed away on January 8, 2025. He was born on October 21, 1930 in Greenville, SC to the late James and Mary Bagwell. He was a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather, He was a loyal and loving friend. He proudly served his country for over 20 years in the US Army. He loved the...

Betty Sue Whittaker

Betty Sue Whittaker

January 6, 2025

Betty Sue Whittaker grew up in the hills of Granite Falls, NC. She was born to Rosie Ellen Rice and James Cannon on August 2, 1935 during the depression. She did not have an easy life. Betty had to care for her ailing mother at a young age. She drew water from a well carrying it uphill to her home...

Kenneth Charles Williams

Kenneth Charles Williams

January 6, 2025

Kenneth (Kenny) Williams went home to be with the Lord on January 6, 2025, and join his beloved wife of 33 years, Ida Byrd Williams.

A cherished brother, uncle, friend, and neighbor. Ken loved watching and listening to Pastor Charles Stanley. If not enjoying a good sermon, he could always find a western to watch. He served in the Army from...

Janice Mary Johnson

Janice Mary Johnson

January 2, 2025

Daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend. Janice was called to be with her Savior January 2nd, 2025 after a long, hard fought battle with cancer. She had many things she loved - painting, cheering her Georgia Bulldogs and being with family and friends.

Janice graduated from Forest Park High School in 1966, marrying her husband, James R. Johnson, shortly...

Russell Gene Henson

Russell Gene Henson

December 25, 2024

Russell Gene Henson, fondly known as "Rusty," was born on June 5, 1962, in Atlanta, Georgia. He passed away on December 25, 2024, leaving behind a legacy marked by hard work, love, and cherished memories. A dedicated professional, Rusty spent many years working as a plumber before recently stepping into the entrepreneurial world with the establishment of his own landscaping...

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