OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries - Lawrenceville and Stone Mountain, Georgia and the Surrounding Areas

Matthew Nicholson

Matthew Nicholson

Feb 27, 2024

Matthew Nicholson age 42 of Lawrenceville, Georgia, passed away on February 27,2024 from complications after having a stroke on November 13, 2023, while at work. He fought hard to recover, however lost his long battle to heart failure.

He was born on October 12,1981 in Decatur, Georgia. He was a beloved son, brother and friend, known for...

Valerie Ann Tapscott

Valerie Ann Tapscott

Feb 25, 2024

Valerie Ann Gurley Tapscott passed away at the age of 81 after a 15-year struggle with Alzheimer’s disease; often called “the long good-bye”.

Valerie was a member of the Crombie Street Congregational Church and a student at Salem High School, Salem, Massachusetts, where she graduated in 1960. She began her career at Hanscom Field in Bedford, MA....

James Keith Buckner

James Keith Buckner

Feb 23, 2024

James Keith Buckner, born December 12, 1922 passed away on February 23, 2024 with his three children by his side.

James was born into a farming family in Headland, Alabama to James Webster Buckner and Bonnie Lee Pittman Buckner. After attending Auburn University for a short time, he went into the Army during World War II as...

Kelsey Charles Baker

Kelsey Charles Baker

Feb 23, 2024

On Friday, February 23, 2024, Kelsey Charles Baker, devoted husband and fierce friend, passed away at age 67. Kelsey grew up in Cocoa Beach, FL, where he learned his love of the sea.

He was an early fisherman and surfer before earning an associate’s degree in journalism. He then joined the Navy, where he attended nuclear power...

Jessica Carlene (Kitchens) Putnam

Jessica Carlene (Kitchens) Putnam

Feb 23, 2024

Carlene Putnam, beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away on February 23, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and joy.

Born on May 29,1951, Carlene brought light and laughter into the lives of all who knew her. She was a beacon of warmth, always ready with a smile and a helping hand for those...

Theresa (Terry) Catherine Brennan

Theresa (Terry) Catherine Brennan

Feb 21, 2024

Theresa (Terry) Catherine Brennan, 85, of Lawrenceville passed away peacefully Wednesday, February 21, 2024 after a short illness. She was born on June 4, 1938 in the Bronx, NY. Terry was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Michael John Brennan. They were blessed to have 52 happy years of marriage. She was also predeceased by her loving parents,...

Thomas Theodore 'Theo' Spiva

Thomas Theodore 'Theo' Spiva

Feb 19, 2024

Thomas Theodore Spiva, also known as ‘Theo‘ passed away on February 19, 2024. He leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, cherished memories, and a profound impact that will be forever remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

He was born on April 22, 1930, in Ponder, Georgia. After 37 years, he retired from...

Helen Marie (Ball) Rowe

Helen Marie (Ball) Rowe

Feb 18, 2024

Helen Marie (Ball) Rowe, a much-loved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, passed into the kingdom of God on Sunday, February 18, 2024. She was 84 years old.

Survivors include her children Andrew (Pam) Rowe, Athens, GA; Maureen (Phillip) Deal, Largo, FL; Bob (Kim) Rowe, Conyers, GA; grandchildren Alex Rowe (Shruti Sharma), Indian Land, SC; Natalie Rowe (Ericca),...

Carol Ann Weaver Christman

Carol Ann Weaver Christman

Feb 18, 2024

Carol Ann Weaver Christman, beloved mother, daughter, sister, aunt, grandmother and great grandmother, passed unexpectedly but peacefully on February 18, 2024. Carol was born December 15, 1938, to Harold and Eathle Weaver in Dayton, Ohio. She graduated from Jefferson High School as valedictorian in 1956. She moved with her family to Stone Mountain, Georgia in June of 1969. She...

David Benjamin (Ben) Brooks

David Benjamin (Ben) Brooks

Feb 14, 2024

Ben Brooks, also known as David Benjamin Brooks, passed away on February 14, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories. Born on October 31, 1959, in Clarksdale, MS, Ben’s life was a tapestry woven with warmth, kindness, and boundless joy.

A faithful member of Christ the Lord Lutheran Church, Ben’s unwavering faith served as a guiding light...

William Franklin Ottinger Jr.

William Franklin Ottinger Jr.

Feb 14, 2024

Novelist, writer, painter, historian, fly fisherman, art gallery owner, trust and investment banking professional, father, husband, and friend. Willam Franklin Ottinger, Jr. passed away peacefully early Wednesday morning at Saint Joseph’s Hospital in Atlanta on February 14 at the age of 83. Bill was surrounded by his loving wife and his family. The son of the late William Franklin...

Santiago Ramos

Santiago Ramos

Feb 12, 2024

¡Mi adorado hijo Santiago, Qué grande y que pequeño fuiste a la vez! Siempre estarás en mi corazón. Fui afortunada de llevarte este tiempo en mis entrañas, me convertiste en Madre y me ensenaste a ver la vida de una forma diferente. Dios es el único dueño de la vida y mi corazón y confianza, descansan en Él y...

Robert Martin Dick

Robert Martin Dick

Feb 12, 2024

Robert Martin Dick, 76 of Lawrenceville, Georgia, born in Talladega, AL and raised in Clay County, AL. He graduated from Bibb Graves High School class of 1966. After high school he started college at Auburn University before enlisting in the U.S. Army in 1969, completing basic training and AIT at Fort Jackson, SC, he served in the Vietnam War....

Sume Moon Holcombe

Sume Moon Holcombe

Feb 11, 2024

Sume Moon Holcombe, beloved matriarch of her family, passed of natural causes on February 11, 2024 at the age of 86, with her daughter, Karen Rowe, by her side. The honoring of her memory will take place on Thursday, February 15, 2024 at 2:00 PM at Wages & Sons Funeral Home, with visitation at 1:00 PM just before. She...

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