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Paul Garnett Willis

Paul Garnett Willis

August 18, 2017

Rev. Paul G. Willis of Forest Park went to be with the Lord August 18, 2017. Rev. Willis graduated from Forest Park High School, received his Associate degree from Andrew College, his Bachelor degree from LaGrange College and his Master degree from Emory University's Candler School of Theology. Upon graduation Paul served as pastor of Ellenwood UMC; Pomona UMC in...

Mary Hendrix

Mary Hendrix

August 16, 2017

Mary Ann Hendrix, of Morrow, passed away on August 16, 2017. She was the daughter of the late James Thomas Watkins and Elizabeth Baird. Preceded in death by her husband, Robert Jack Hendrix.

Merry Griffin

Merry Griffin

August 15, 2017

Merry Griffin, of Morrow, passed away on August 15, 2017. She is survived by her husband, Donald Gene Griffin; daughters, Terri Frazier (Tim) of Atlanta and Reni Peckham (Todd)of Angola, Africa; sons, Jay Griffin of Jonesboro and Joey Griffin of Morrow; sister, Christy Thomas (Allen) of Corpus Christi, TX; brothers, Jimmy Isenhath of Buenos Aires, Argentina and Steve Isenhath (Alissa)...

John P. Somers

John P. Somers

August 9, 2017

Mr. John P. Somers, of Stockbridge, passed away on August 9, 2017. No formal arrangements have been made at this time.

Patricia Johnson

Patricia Johnson

August 7, 2017

Patricia Johnson, of Morrow, passed away on August 7, 2017. Mrs. Johnson was an educator with the Clayton County Public School System. She was a long time member of the First Baptist Church of Forest Park and a Sunday School teacher. After her retirement as an educator she served as the church secretary. A memorial service will be held at...

Garland D. Kidd, Sr.

Garland D. Kidd, Sr.

August 3, 2017

Garland D. Kidd, Sr., of Jonesboro, passed away on August 3, 2017. Services will be held in the chapel at Thomas L. Scroggs Funeral Directors on Monday, August 7, 2017 at 1:00pm. Interment will follow at Sherwood Memorial Park. The family will be receiving friends at the funeral home from 11:00am-1:00pm prior to service. He is survived by his wife,...

April Dawn Moore

April Dawn Moore

July 26, 2017

April Moore, of Forest Park, passed away on July 26, 2017. April lived life to the fullest and will sorely be missed. She is survived by her mother, Carolyn Yoder; daughters, Ashley Vandegraft of El Paso, IL and Taylor Vandegraft of Bloomington, IL; son, Tyler Vandegraft of Bloomington, IL; sister, Patti Brownfield; brothers, Brian Moore, Derek Moore, and Corey Moore;...

Tommy Turner Burnett

Tommy Turner Burnett

July 23, 2017

Tommy T. Burnett, of Union City, passed away on July 23, 2017. A memorial service will be held in the chapel at Thomas L. Scroggs Funeral Directors on Wednesday, July 26, 2017 at 2:00pm.

Willie "Bill" C. Kirkham

Willie "Bill" C. Kirkham

July 21, 2017

Willie C. Kirkham, "Bill", WWII Army veteran, of Stockbridge, passed away on July 21, 2017. Mr. Kirkham was the owner of Ann and Bill's restaurant in Forest Park. Services will be held at Thomas L. Scroggs Funeral Directors on Monday, July 24, 2017 at 11:00am. Rev. Steve Nurell will be officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Hills Memorial Gardens. The...

Shirley Dianne Smith

Shirley Dianne Smith

July 16, 2017

Shirley D. Smith, of College Park, passed away on July 16, 2017. Services will be held in our chapel at Thomas L. Scroggs Funeral Directors on Thursday, July 20, 2017 at 11:00am. Interment will follow at College Park Cemetery.The family will be receiving friends on Wednesday from 5:00pm-8:00pm. She was preceded in death by her husband, William W. Smith, Jr...

David Keith Courtoy

David Keith Courtoy

July 10, 2017

David K. Courtoy, of Roswell, passed away on July 10, 2017. His services will be held at Forest Park United Methodist Church on Sunday, July 16, 2017 at 4:00pm. Rev. Karen Fischer will be officiating. Interment will follow at Morrow Cemetery. The family will be receiving friends at the church from 3:00pm-4:00pm prior to service. He is survived by his...

DeLois R. Peeples

DeLois R. Peeples

July 10, 2017

DeLois R. Peeples, of Morrow, passed away on July 10, 2017. A graveside service will be held at Forest Hills Memorial Gardens on Friday, July 14, 2017 at 11:00am. Rev. Gary Lester will be officiating. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Peeples and her son, Greg Peeples. She is survived by her daughter, Beverly Collins(Mike) of Jonesboro;...

John "Billy" William Lamb, Jr.

John "Billy" William Lamb, Jr.

June 24, 2017

John "Billy" W. Lamb, Jr., 90, of Stockbridge, passed away on June 24, 2017. Services will be held in the chapel at Thomas L. Scroggs Funeral Directors on Tuesday, June 27, 2017 at 1:00pm. Mr. Bob Thompson will be officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Hills Memorial Gardens. The family will be receiving friends prior to service from 11am-1pm. He...

William Lennox Donaldson

William Lennox Donaldson

June 17, 2017

William L. Donaldson, of Forest Park, passed away on June 17, 2017. Mr. Donaldson was a retired Beaudry Ford employee and was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta. A memorial service will be held at Ash Street Baptist Church on Saturday, July 8th, 2017 at 1:00pm. He is survived by his wife, Diane Donaldson; daughters, Patti Donaldson(Wayne)...

Robert "Bob" Lee Puckett

Robert "Bob" Lee Puckett

June 17, 2017

Robert "Bob" Lee Puckett, of Ellenwood, passed away on June 17, 2017. He is survived by his sisters, Betty Johnston of Lawrenceville, Jeanette Lindsey of Morrow, and Patricia Ann Thompson(John) of Wedowee, AL; several nieces and nephews. Arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Charlotte Nell Smith

Charlotte Nell Smith

June 15, 2017

Charlotte Smith, of Jonesboro, passed away on June 15, 2017. A graveside service will be held at Forest Lawwn Cemetery on Monday, June 19, 2017 at 10:30am. Chaplan Jim Weathers will be officiating. She is survived by her daughters, Janice Clark Elledge(John) of Ware Shoals, SC, Denise Belisle(Andy) of Dawson, Ga., and Kathy Hamby(Kenny) of Milner, Ga.; son, Neal Clark(David...

Anna Jean Beshears

Anna Jean Beshears

June 14, 2017

Anna Beshears, of Stockbridge, passed away on June 14, 2017. Her services will be held at Brushy Knob Baptist Church on Tuesday, June 20, 2017 at 11:00am. Bro. James Ward will be officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Hills Memorial Gardens. The family will be receiving friends at the funeral home on Monday from 5pm-8pm. She is survived by her...

Derrell Autry Thomas

Derrell Autry Thomas

June 14, 2017

Derrell Autry Thomas was born on August 19, 1934 in Columbus, Georgia. His earthly life ended on June 14, 2017, when he stepped into the presence of Jesus. He graduated from Forest Park High School in 1952. As quarterback of the football team he led the Panthers as they won the State Championship title in 1951, and subsequently was named...

Ruth Virginia Martin

Ruth Virginia Martin

June 9, 2017

Ruth V. Martin, of Jonesboro, passed away on June 9, 2017. Services will be held in our chapel Wednesday, June 14, 2017 at 1:00pm. Rev. Shane Roye will be officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Hills Memorial Gardens. She is survived by her son, Dannis Martin of Jonesboro; grandsons, Jordan Martin and Andrew Martin great grandson, Beau Martin; numerous nieces...

Jay Church

Jay Church

June 4, 2017

Jay Church, of Morrow, passed away on June 4, 2017. Jay was a passionate fisherman who was put on this Earth to help people. There was no mistake that he had an undying love for his family. He is survived by his wife, Angela Kay Church; step-mother, Joy Church of Forest Park; son, T.J. Church of Morrow; sister, Kelly Smith(Fent)...

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