OBITUARIES
Local Obituaries - Lawrenceville and Stone Mountain, Georgia and the Surrounding Areas
Karen Elaine Rittelmeyer
Jan 7, 2025
Karen Elaine Rittelmeyer, 66, passed peacefully into the arms of her Savior, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and generosity.
Born to Mary and Malcolm Dagley on September 29, 1958, Karen grew up as a beacon of kindness and courage, embodying a selflessness that touched everyone in her path. Her life was a beautiful tapestry of...
Vera Ann Burt
Jan 6, 2025
Vera Ann Burt, known as Ann, passed away in her sleep in Atlanta, GA on January 6, 2025. She was born on April 2, 1935 and grew up in Tuscumbia, AL.
She was preceded in death by her Father, John Curry Geise, her Mother, Vera ( Daniel ) Geise, brothers John, Bill,Sam and Jimmy and a sister...
Leonard C. Geibel
Jan 5, 2025
Leonard C. Geibel, Jr., of Lawrenceville, GA, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on June 5, 1948, in Trenton, NJ, he was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend.
Lenny proudly served his country for 20 years in the United States Air Force, where he earned the respect and admiration...
Karen Willis
Jan 5, 2025
Karen Willis, born on December 20, 1960, in New York, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2025, in Lawrenceville, GA. Known affectionately as “Grandmee,” Karen was a devoted grandmother who cherished every moment spent with her grandkids, Shaunie, Kaylee, Ellie and Nicholas. She found immense joy in spoiling them and baking cookies, creating treasured memories that will last a...
Wanda Carol Powell
Jan 5, 2025
On January 5th the world lost the most beautiful pink ray of sunshine, Wanda Carol Powell of Winder, Ga. What can be said about this wonderfully amazing pink-loving lady with the most unique sense of style? She loved laughing, music, deserts, shopping (especially at yard sales and goodwill), and trips to the beach, but she loved her family and...
Dr. Donald Milton Durrett
Jan 3, 2025
Dr. Donald Milton Durrett passed away peacefully Friday, January 3 at Lenbrook in Buckhead after extended illness from Parkinson’s. Born in Birmingham, AL, Don was the only child of Milton and Eva Durrett, both lifelong Alabama residents. After graduating from Shades Valley High School at age 17, he attended the University of Alabama receiving both his undergraduate and medical...
Jean M. Davis
Jan 3, 2025
Jean Davis, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2025, at the age of 83 in Lawrenceville, GA. Born on July 14, 1941, in Lawrenceville, GA, Jean lived a life defined by faith, kindness, and devotion to her family and community.
Jean was a dedicated member of Ebenezer Baptist Church...
Carol Gaddie
Jan 3, 2025
Carol Gaddie, 69 of Decatur, Georgia passed away on Friday January 3rd. Carol was the youngest of two girls, born in Saint Joseph Missouri on February 26, 1955. She’s preceded in death by her parents Martin Watkins and Verelle (Vaughn) Goin and by her husband of 44 years, Thomas Gaddie (married January 14, 1972).
In her early...
Thomas Hyman Rose Sr.
Dec 31, 2024
Thomas Hyman Rose, lovingly known as “Sonny,” passed away peacefully on December 31, 2024, at the age of 96 in Roswell, Georgia. Born on September 21, 1928, in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, Sonny lived a life filled with dedication, love, and integrity.
A man of deep intellect and curiosity, Sonny attended Rocky Mount Schools (K-12) before furthering...
James H. Cowan
Dec 31, 2024
James H. Cowan of Lawrenceville, Georgia, passed peacefully on December 31, 2024. Jim was born on June 20, 1930, to the late Althea and Leonard, Sr. Cowan.
In addition to his parents, Jim is preceded in death, by his siblings Roger, Leonard, Jr., and Ellen.
He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years,...
Michael Russell Walker, Jr.
Dec 27, 2024
Michael Russell Walker, Jr., a beloved son, brother, uncle, grandson, and friend passed away December 27, 2024 in Lawrenceville, GA. Born November 28, 2002 in his childhood home, Michael blessed his family and friends with his love, kindness, and laughter for 22 cherished years.
Michael graduated from Brookwood High School with Honors in 2021. Following graduation, Michael...
Gary Dale Dehnke
Dec 27, 2024
Gary Dale Dehnke was called home to be with his Lord on December 27, 2024. Gary was born in Eau Claire, Wisconsin on October 7, 1943, to Adolph and Lilly (nee Honadel) Dehnke, the youngest of eight children with six sisters and one brother. He was baptized on November 7, 1943, and confirmed in 1957 at St. Peter’s Lutheran...
Emory Ellis Johnson
Dec 24, 2024
Emory Johnson, from Johns Creek Georgia, passed away December 24, 2024, at the age of 94. He survived The Great Depression and life in America during World War II, separated from his parents during much of that period following the death of his mother in 1939. As a twenty one year United States Army Veteran, he served as a...
Rodell Timothy Davis Sr
Dec 24, 2024
Rodell Timothy Davis Sr. 85, of West Palm Beach Florida, transitioned from this earthly life to life eternal Tuesday, December 24th, 2024 at his home.
Rodell was born on February 10,1939, in Chicago, Illinois, to Timothy and Jamie Davis. After completing the tenth grade at Wendell Phillips High School, he enlisted in the United States Navy, where...
Mary Ruth Whitmire
Dec 24, 2024
Mary Ruth Whitmire, 100, of Monroe, GA, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2024. Born on July 25, 1924, Ruth lived a remarkable life filled with strength, independence, and a deep love for family. Known to those closest to her as “Mama” and “Sis,” Ruth was a kind and hardworking woman who dedicated her career to Sears Roebuck, Inc.,...
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