OBITUARIES

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

Toni Arlene (Head) Reynolds

Toni Arlene (Head) Reynolds

Jun 28, 2025

Toni Arlene (Head) Reynolds was born in Atlanta, Georgia, on August 25, 1957, to Edgar and Rosell (Morrison) Head. She was their youngest child and only daughter. Toni grew up in Tucker, Georgia, and graduated from Tucker High School in 1975.

On January 31, 1977, Toni married the love of her life, Edward Lee Reynolds. Together they...

David Wayne Pangle

David Wayne Pangle

Jun 27, 2025

Retired USAF MSgt David W. Pangle, 71, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 27, 2025, at Garden Plaza in Lawrenceville, GA.

David was born on December 5, 1953, at Eglin Air Force Base, FL, to Col. Herbert W. and Lavada L. Pangle. He was preceded in death by his parents and his youngest brother, Staff Sgt. Kenneth...

Susan R. Lanford

Susan R. Lanford

Jun 27, 2025

Susan Raines Lanford, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2025, in Duluth, GA, at the age of 70. Born on December 7, 1954, in Palestine, TX, Susan lived a vibrant and joyful life marked by deep compassion, adventurous spirit, and boundless love for her family and community.

A graduate of...

Kim Adriana Perry-Bell

Kim Adriana Perry-Bell

Jun 27, 2025

Kim Adriana Perry-Bell November 14, 1961 – June 27, 2025

Kim Adriana Perry-Bell, a kind and gentle soul, passed away on June 27, 2025, at the age of 63. Born in Wiesbaden, Germany, on November 14, 1961, Kim lived a life marked by compassion, selflessness, and quiet strength.

She was a proud graduate of North...

Gordon Wiles

Gordon Wiles

Jun 27, 2025

Gordon Wiles, a proud U.S. Air Force veteran and devoted family man, passed away on Friday June 27, 2025. He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Louisa Wiles; daughters, Amanda and Shannon Wiles; granddaughters, Philomena and Crimson Wiles-Petersen, and Venice Vasquez; and sisters, Shelia and Sonya Wiles.

Gordon was known for his quiet strength,...

Shirley Ellison

Shirley Ellison

Jun 24, 2025

Shirley Ellison was born in New York, NY on August 12, 1946, one of 9 children of Elbert and Marie Ellison. (She loved that she and Dolly Parton shared the same birth year). She grew up in different parts of New York and Pennsylvania and left her home when she was 15 and eventually found her way to Bryan...

George Harry Harrison

George Harry Harrison

Jun 24, 2025

George “Harry” Harrison, born June 25, 1936, passed away on June 24, 2025, just one day shy of his 89th birthday. Born in Phenix City, Alabama, he was a beloved husband, stepfather, grandfather, great grandfather, great great grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, known for his kind heart, gentle spirit, and passion for playing softball.

Harry graduated from...

Chandrashekhar Patel

Chandrashekhar Patel

Jun 23, 2025

Chandrashekhar Kashibhai Patel, 80, passed away peacefully in his sleep on June 23, 2025 at home in Dunwoody, Georgia, USA. Shekhar was born on December 24, 1944 in Navsari, Gujarat, India to Surajben and Kashibhai. He was the youngest of 8 siblings and did not get a chance to know his father as he passed away when he was...

Ma. Guillermina Serrano

Ma. Guillermina Serrano

Jun 23, 2025

Ma. Guillermina Serrano was 81 yrs old when she went to God’s home. Guillermina was the rock and pillar of her home. Guillermina was business savvy and loved sewing, selling her merchandise in open markets. Guillermina raised her three children being married for 57yrs.

Ma. Guillermina Serrano is survived by her husband Javis, one son, two daughters,...

Patricia Ann Olsen Landes

Patricia Ann Olsen Landes

Jun 22, 2025

Patricia Ann Olsen Landes passed away peacefully in her home on June 22, 2025 at the age of 95. Pat was born on October 26,1929 in Bay Village, Ohio, the daughter of Johannes Olsen and Meta Horning Olsen. She attended Bay High with her sisters, Marion and Beverly, then went on to study nursing at St. Luke’s School of...

Roberto Alejandro Acosta

Roberto Alejandro Acosta

Jun 21, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Roberto A. Acosta, beloved father, grandfather, life partner, and friend, who left us far too soon.

Born in Paysandú, Uruguay, on February 27, 1969, Roberto brought with him a love of life, nature, and people that never wavered. Whether he was out camping under the stars,...

Matthew Thomas Vansistine

Matthew Thomas Vansistine

Jun 20, 2025

Matthew Thomas VanSistine (1972-2025)

Matthew (Matt) Thomas VanSistine, 53, of Dallas, GA, died unexpectedly on June 20, 2025.

He was born in Baraboo, WI in 1972 to Thomas Simon VanSistine and Deborah Lee VanSistine. His family relocated to Decatur, GA in 1978.

Matt was preceded in death by his father, Thomas VanSistine, and...

René Joy Rutan

René Joy Rutan

Jun 19, 2025

René Joy Rutan passed away on June 19, 2025 at Northeast Hospital of Braselton Georgia due to lung cancer and congestive heart failure complications. She fought her cancer for a long four years with a smile and willingness to be there for others until her last days at age 71.

René was born in Lodi, Ohio to...

Dennis Ray Baker

Dennis Ray Baker

Jun 18, 2025

Dennis Ray Baker of Snellville, Georgia, passed away on June 18, 2025, at the age of 70. Born in Benton Harbor, Michigan, on December 29, 1954, Dennis lived a life of courage, compassion, loyalty, and unwavering love for his family.

From an early age, Dennis had a strong sense of duty and honor. He answered the call...

John David Nickerson, Sr.

John David Nickerson, Sr.

Jun 15, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of a father, son, brother, cousin, nephew and friend, in-law and out-law, John David Nickerson, Sr. at 42 years of age.

Our dad was not a perfect man just as most of us in this world are not, however he did his best and was at...

Rajendrakumar Ramanlal Shah

Rajendrakumar Ramanlal Shah

Jun 15, 2025

In Loving Memory of Rajendrakumar Ramanlal Shah November 17, 1955 – June 15, 2025 With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved father, Rajendrakumar Ramanlal Shah, who left us on Sunday, June 15th 2025, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He passed peacefully, surrounded by those who loved him most. He was the kind of...

Leide Delice

Leide Delice

Jun 15, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we’re celebrating the life of Anne Marie Léide Délice, born in Petite Rivière de l’ Artibonite, Haïti, on August 9, 1922, to Mr. Sansaric Délice, and Alicia Aristilde Délice. She moved to Saint-Marc, then to Port-au-Prince. She was the third child of Louise, Délicé, Léila, and Maxiana. She gave birth to 4 daughters,...

Tuyen Van Deo

Tuyen Van Deo

Jun 14, 2025

Tuyen Van Deo, a remarkable man of unwavering dedication and quiet strength, passed away on June 14, 2025, at the age of 88. Born on September 1, 1936, Tuyen lived a life that embodied the values of bravery, patience, and kindness.

Residing in Lawrenceville, Georgia, Tuyen built a life filled with love, family, and service. He attended...

Joyce Wiggins Waits

Joyce Wiggins Waits

Jun 14, 2025

Joyce Wiggins Waits, age 76, of Stone Mountain, GA, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, June 14, 2025.

Born in Atlanta, GA on Thursday, July 22, 1948, she was the beloved daughter of the late James Andrew and Helen Frances Orr Wiggins. Joyce was a devoted member of Memorial Lighthouse Baptist Church...

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