Kanaiyalal Dhulabhai Patel
2026
Kanaiyalal Dhulabhai Patel was born in Gozaria, India, in 1945. He began his career as a mathematics teacher in India, but he dreamed of greater opportunities and set his sights on coming to America. In 1969, he arrived in the United States determined to build a better future and pursue the American dream.
He settled in Gastonia, North Carolina, and later...
Albert Jiles Parham
Feb 10, 2026
Albert Jiles Parham, age 43, of Duluth, Georgia, passed into the loving presence of his Savior, Jesus Christ. Born on May 9, 1982, in Albany, Georgia, Bert was the beloved son of Jiles and Lynn Parham.
Bert was a devoted husband to his wife, Sarah Parham, and a deeply loving father to their three beautiful children: Temperance (16), Joseph (14), and...
Alvina Reschetnjak Leva
Feb 10, 2026
Alvina Reschetnjak Leva, age 83, was born on February 12, 1942, in Kryvyj Rih, Central Ukraine. In 1957, she immigrated to the United States with her family through Ellis Island, beginning a life defined by resilience, generosity, and deep pride in her Ukrainian heritage.
Alvina graduated from Passaic High School in 1961 and soon after married Jim Guidetti, Sr. Together, they...
Jill Schupbach
Feb 9, 2026
Jill Schupbach, lovingly known as Sweetie, Mom, Grandma, and Grammy, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2026, at the age of 79. She was born on June 8, 1946, in Dover, Ohio, and most recently resided in Lawrenceville, Georgia.
Jill graduated from New Philadelphia High School in New Philadelphia, Ohio. She later dedicated 20 years of service to Gwinnett County High...
Ralph Daniel Lindsey
Feb 6, 2026
Ralph Daniel Lindsey, 1946-2026
Ralph Daniel Lindsey, known to family and friends as “Dan,” passed away peacefully at his home in Stone Mountain, Georgia. He was seventy-nine.
Dan was born in July 1946, in Binghamton, New York, to the late Norma and Ralph Lindsey. Dan’s academic achievements began at Owego Free Academy and finished a computer science degree at Trine University. He...
Dr. James Forte “Jim” Watson
Feb 6, 2026
Dr. James Forte “Jim” Watson, 87, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2026, in Lawrenceville, Georgia. A devoted family man, educator, and internationally respected leader in the textile industry, Dr. Watson leaves behind a legacy of innovation, service, perseverance, and integrity.
Born on November 5, 1938, in Columbus, Georgia, Jim was raised in the close-knit mill community of Bibb City—a place...
Fredrik (Fred) Clancy Schroer
Feb 6, 2026
Fredrik (Fred) Clancy Schroer, born on January 31, 1953, in Hammond IN, died peacefully on Friday, February 6, 2026.
Fred was both large in physical stature, standing 6’7” tall, and large in presence to his family and friends. His faith was foundational to how he interacted with the world. He cared deeply for his family, his friends, his pets, and his...
Edward Lee Fulghum
Feb 6, 2026
Edward Lee Fulghum, born February 17, 1933, in Wrightsville, GA.
Married to Bobbie Jean Fulghum (Deceased) for 51 years. Ed is survived by his sons, Kenneth (Carla) Athens, GA, David Winterville, GA, and Ty (Paul) Knoxville, TN. His grandchildren Samantha, Tyler, Tate, Tess, Savannah and great grandchildren Riley, Blakeston, Jon David, Scarlett, Annabelle, and Magnolia.
Ed enlisted in the Army in 1950,...
Ruth Foster
Feb 3, 2026
Ruth M. Foster
(Known lovingly as Ruthie and Granny)
Ruth M. Foster, age 89, of Stone Mountain, Georgia, passed away surrounded by love. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Ralph M. Foster, with whom she shared a devoted marriage of over 50 years.
Ruth was the heart of her family and a “Granny” not only by name, but by spirit....
Earl Stephens (Steve) Smith
Feb 3, 2026
Earl Stephens (Steve) Smith, of Stone Mountain, GA passed away peacefully on February 2, 2026, at age 80.
Steve was born in Goldsboro, NC in 1946 to Earl and Retta Smith. An Army brat, Steve grew up in cities around the globe before finally settling in Columbus, GA as a teenager. It was there in Columbus where he met his future...
Kantaben Khodabhai Patel
Jan 31, 2026
With profound sadness and heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved Kanta Ba, who attained eternal peace on January 31, 2026. A woman of quiet strength, boundless love, and unwavering devotion, she touched countless lives through her kindness, grace, and selflessness.
Kantaben Khodabhai Patel was born on June 8, 1936 in Bhayali to Mathur Bhai Patel and Dahiben...
Ann Sparks
Jan 30, 2026
Margaret Ann Sparks passed away on January 30, 2026. She was born on January 15, 1945, in Atlanta, Georgia, and lived a life defined by love, her faith, and unwavering dedication to her family.
Ann was preceded in death by her parents, George and Margaret Gentry, and by her beloved husband of 54 years, Hal Sparks.
A loving and devoted mother, grandmother,...
Dahyabhai J. Patel
Jan 30, 2026
Dahyabhai J. Patel, fondly known as “David” passed away peacefully on Friday, January 30th, in Lawrenceville, Georgia, with his wife Jayaben beside him. He was 84 years old.
Dahyabhai was born on July 24, 1941, in Chokhad, Gujarat, India, to Jerambhai and Jamnaben Patel. He was the eldest of three siblings and from an early age carried a deep sense of...
Mattie H Fain
Jan 29, 2026
Mattie H. Fain, age 93, of Lilburn, Ga., was called to her eternal home on January 29, 2026, and is now rejoicing in the promise that “to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.” She was born on September 21, 1932, to the late Elmer and Dessie Horton.
Mattie was preceded in death by her beloved...
Thakorbhai Mohanbhai Desai
Jan 29, 2026
Thakorbhai Mohanbhai Desai died peacefully on Thursday, January 29 in Atlanta, GA surrounded by family and friends.Thakor was born on April 3, 1936 in Bhagod, Gujarat to Mohanbhai and Mani Desai. He was the youngest of 10 siblings.At school, he was both academically gifted and highly athletic, garnering many achievements in cricket.He married Ramila Desai, a neighborhood acquaintance, in 1963...
Ronnie Lee Maney
Jan 28, 2026
Ronnie Maney of Lawrenceville, Georgia, 69, passed away on January 28th, 2026, surrounded by the family he cherished above all else. Ronnie followed in his dad's footsteps in a successful catering truck business for over 25 years. A loving husband, father, Papa, and brother. Ronnie was endlessly patient and positive. A role model to many of James and Jennifer's friends...
Brian Alan Smith
Jan 27, 2026
Brian Alan Smith, age 66, passed away on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Born in Johnson City, Tennessee to the late Warren and Dean Smith, Brian grew up in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Charleston, South Carolina alongside his older brother Charles.
After graduating from Fort Johnson High School in Charleston, South Carolina (‘77), Brian attended The University of Georgia in Athens, Georgia where...
