All Obituaries

Deborah Jo Nelson September 27, 1961 - February 24, 2026 Deborah passed away peacefully on February 24, 2026, surrounded by her children, grandchildren, and brother. She is survived by her children Jessica Brown, Joshua Brown, and Erica Hardwick; her grandchildren Kaileigh Childers and Jayleigh Brown; and her only brother, Christopher Pair. Deborah had a spirited nature and a sense of humor that was uniquely her own. She loved music, movies, and her family, and will be deeply missed by ...

Dr. Clifton Tumlin Bud Harris II, 88, of Winston-Salem, formerly of Asheville, North Carolina, passed away Wednesday at Atrium Wake Forest following complications related to pancreatic cancer. Bud was born at Crawford W. Long Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia. He attended Woodward Academy (then Georgia Military Academy) and the Georgia Institute of Technology before pursuing a doctorate in psychology and counseling at Georgia State University. He later earned a Diploma in Analytical ...

Anson Lee Edwards, 26, of Mansfield, Georgia, passed away unexpectedly, on February 11, 2026. He was born November 20, 1999, in Conyers, Georgia, to Clint Edwards and Rene Plunkett. Life and Character Anson was a one-of-a-kind young man whose light shone brightly in this world. He was kind, compassionate, and always ready to lend a helping hand. When he walked into a room, his smile lit up everyone there — a true Southern gentleman with an infectious sense of humor. He loved country ...

David Eugene Pirkle, age 66, of Dallas, Georgia, passed away on February 11, 2026. Born on July 24, 1959, in Atlanta, Georgia, David lived a life rooted in love, loyalty, and the simple joys that brought him true happiness. David was a man who found joy in the things that mattered most—his children, his grandchildren, and the family he cherished deeply. He enjoyed the thrill of NASCAR racing, the freedom of motorcycles, and the comfort of music in all its forms. His faith was an ...

Dara Metcalfe McCord December 10, 1979 – February 9, 2026 Dara left this earthly plane on February 9, 2026, peacefully at home in the arms of her beloved husband, Chris McCord. At just 46 years old, she lived an extraordinary life, defined not by its length but by its depth, its power, and its impact. Born in Tampa, Florida, Dara entered this world destined to move through it boldly. Anyone who met her felt her strength immediately. She carried herself with a rare blend of grace and ...

Shelia Rene Collins, age 62, of Jackson, Georgia, passed away on February 7, 2026. She was born on February 18, 1963, in Houston, Texas, to Richard and Brenda Sexton. Shelia lived her life with a generous heart and a nurturing spirit. She was known for her kindness, her outspoken honesty, and her ability to make anyone feel like a friend—she truly never met a stranger. She loved gardening, holistic healing, and the simple joy of being outdoors. Country music was the soundtrack of her ...

Chiemelie David Okonkwo, lovingly known as “Meme,” age 20, of Lawrenceville, Georgia, passed away unexpectedly on January 25, 2026, in Providence, Rhode Island. Chiemelie was born on April 11, 2005, in Lagos, Nigeria, to his devoted parents, Chinedu and Chikodi Okonkwo. From a young age, he was known for his kind heart, independence, intelligence, and considerate nature-qualities that left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him. He was a student at Bryant University in ...

  Mr. Bruce Dahman, age 65, of Covington, Georgia, passed away on January 18, 2026. Born on July 26, 1960, Bruce lived a life defined by sacrificial love, faith, kindness, generosity, and an unwavering devotion to his family and friends. Bruce was an avid hunter and fisherman, happiest when he was outdoors and sharing those moments with the people he loved. He especially cherished camping trips with his family and friends, where laughter, stories, and the simple joy of being together ...

Charles Sumner Finch, III—physician, historian, and devoted family man—was born on February 25, 1948, in Topeka, Kansas, to Dr. Charles Finch, Jr. and Louise Hughes Finch. At the time of Charles’s birth, his father was an officer in the United States Army, completing his psychiatric residency at the Menninger Clinic. Charles was the second of seven children, and from early on, his gifts for leadership, scholarship, and excellence were ...

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