OBITUARIES
Local Obituaries - Lawrenceville and Stone Mountain, Georgia and the Surrounding Areas
Willene Campbell Meeks
Aug 1, 2021
On Sunday, August 1, 2021, Willene Campbell Meeks went home to be with the Lord. She was 70 years old. Willene was born on October 3, 1950, in Decatur, Georgia.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Howard and Gladys Campbell, and her husband of 36 years, James L. Meeks Sr.
After retiring from...
Carolyn Jane (Ward) Black
Jul 31, 2021
Carolyn Jane (Ward) Black, age 83, of Lawrenceville, Georgia, passed away on July 31, 2021. She was born in northwest Kansas to Jesse and Cora Ward. Her family relocated to southern Idaho where she attended Hammett Grade School and began her lifelong love of music by learning to play piano. She finished junior high and high school in Washington...
Carolyn J. Grest
Jul 31, 2021
Carolyn J. Grest was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who always put her family’s needs ahead of her own. She loved them voraciously.
Carolyn passed away on July 31st, 2021 at the age of 87 surrounded by her loved ones. She is survived by her husband of 67 years, Keith M. Grest; son Michael Grest, daughter...
Norma Jean Sarff
Jul 31, 2021
Norma Jean Sarff of Dacula, Georgia, formerly of Springfield, Illinois, passed away Friday, July 31st. She was born in Sangamon County on August 16, 1924, the daughter of Alfred and Addie Snyder. Springfield was her home for most of her life until moving to Georgia to be near her only son in 1996.
She was an only...
Alvin Jerome Moon, Jr.
Jul 29, 2021
Alvin Jerome Moon, Jr., age 69, of Atlanta, GA passed away at home on Thursday, July 29, 2021.
He was preceded in death by his father, Alvin Jerome Moon, Sr. Alvin is survived by Mother, Faye M. Moon of Atlanta; Sister, Sarah Alex (Lex) Logan of Lawrenceville; Aunt, Sandra M. Green of Lilburn; Niece, Heather D. Patterson...
Herbert Howard Devore
Jul 27, 2021
MR. DEVORE’S WISHES ARE TO BE CREMATED AND A PRIVATE MEMORIAL SERVICE WILL BE HELD AT THE FAMILY FARM AT A LATER DATE. WAGES AND SONS STONE MOUNTAIN CHAPEL IS IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS
Hilda Ruth Griffis
Jul 27, 2021
Hilda Ruth (Richards) Griffis, age 87, of Lilburn, GA, passed away July 27, 2021. Hilda was born in Charlotte, NC, on October 11, 1933 to parents Daniel S. and Nannie G. Richards.
Hilda was always happy, and was always the center of all family activities. Affectionately known as “The General,” Hilda was regularly giving orders, but you...
Peter Allen Schramm
Jul 26, 2021
Mr. Peter Allen Schramm, age 47, died at Gwinnett Medical Northside in Lawrenceville, GA, on Monday, July 26, 2021. Born on July 23, 1974, in Harrisburg, PA, he was raised in Toms River, New Jersey, before making the Atlanta area his home. Peter worked at Genuine Parts Company for twenty-five years, most recently as an operations manager. Peter was...
Eric Sydnor Shaw, Jr.
Jul 25, 2021
My angel, Eric Sydnor Shaw was born September 18, 2005.
Eric was a young fly guy, who liked to dress well and play his Xbox. Eric was a real history buff and enjoyed watching history movies.
Eric was a real joy to be around, and he touched the lives of all that he knew and...
Anthony “Kurt” Henry
Jul 25, 2021
It is with great sadness that the family of Anthony “Kurt” Henry, of Duluth, Georgia, announce his sudden passing on July 25, 2021, at the age of 61.
Kurt worked hard at everything he did. He was a loving husband and father. He earned a degree in Journalism/Film and Television Production from the University of Georgia, and...
Carmine S. Gragnaniello
Jul 25, 2021
Preceded in death by his father Angelo Gragnaniello Joseph Gragnaniello brother survived him in death wife Debra Gragnaniello Mother Rosemarie Karr daughter Christina Yim step children Lawrence Reed and Heather Reed grand children Arabella Kaylee Renesmay Bailey Lloyd Olivia and Lazarus Yim son-in-law Doug Yim Daughter-in-law Ravnanah Reed. Brother James (Lisa) Gragnaniello
Charles R. Watkins
Jul 24, 2021
Charles Raymond Watkins, 58 of Clarkston, Georgia passed away on July 24, 2021 after a short battle with cancer. Charles was born on April 20, 1963 in Decatur, Georgia to the late Raymond and Gloria Watkins. He is preceded in death by his wife Sandra Watkins.
He leaves behind his brothers Danny Watkins, and Rodney (Mindy) Watkins;...
Dominga Rosales Lopez
Jul 21, 2021
Dominga Lopez (92), affectionately known as “Mami Chumi”, was born on September 17th, 1928 in Pomabamba, Peru. On July 21st, 2021 at approximately 11:26pm, Chumi took her last breath while surrounded by those who loved and respected her most.
Chumi is preceded in death by her parents, Daniel Rosales and Teodora Ponte, her loving husband, Agripino Lopez,...
Dallas Ray Hill
Jul 21, 2021
Dallas Ray Hill, age 81, of Lawrenceville, Ga, passed away on July 21, 2021, after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s. Dallas was born in Spring City, Tn, to the late Mr. and Mrs. Ola Hill.
Dallas is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Jewell Hill, and his children: Sharon and Kenny Spiva ,...
Albert Garth Omstead
Jul 19, 2021
Albert Garth Omstead, 38, of Atlanta, Georgia passed away Monday, July 19, 2021.
Albert grew up in Augusta, Georgia and moved to Atlanta in 2014. His career in Television and Film began in 2015. He was passionate about his work and a proud member of IATSE Local 479. Albert was a talented musician and played in several...
William Verace "Bill" Johnston
Jul 18, 2021
William Verace “Bill” Johnston October 20, 1926 – July 18, 2021 BORN: Memphis, TN RESIDED: Tucker, GA
William Verace “Bill” Johnston of Tucker, GA, passed away after an extended illness on July 18, 2021 at the age of 94.
Bill is survived by his stepdaughter, Mary C. Chadwick of Tucker, GA; close friend and caregiver,...
Edgar Ernest Welch, Jr.
Jul 18, 2021
Edgar Ernest Welch, Jr. (Ernie) Age 77 died Sunday, July 18, 2021 at his home in Monroe, GA. He was born April 30,1944 in Shreveport, LA to the late Edgar Ernest Welch, SR and Lucile Ripley Welch. He grew up in Birmingham, AL and was a graduate of Shades Valley High School and Jacksonville State University, Jacksonville, AL.
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