All Obituaries

Rhonda Faye Underwood, age 59 of Doerun, Georgia, passed away unexpectedly on May 24, 2023. She was born on February 8, 1964, in Bremerton, Washington, to the late Harold Estep and Patricia (Shields) Estep. Rhonda was a kind and gentle soul that never met a stranger and was always willing to lend a hand or give kind words of encouragement to those in need. She attended and graduated from Johnson High School, in Gainesville, Georgia in 1982 and went on to pursue a career in Accounting and...

Mr. James Gerard “Jim” Knuerr, age 66, a resident of Riverdale, Georgia, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2023 at his home surrounded by his family and friends. Jim is the son of the late Gerard (Jerry) and Lurline (Kay) Knuerr. Jim is survived by his loving wife Thach and sons Thorin, Elrond and Dain Knuerr of Riverdale, GA; sisters, Kerry Blount and husband Bruce of Fort Worth, TX, Cathy Knuerr of Orlando, FL, Clare Schlumberger and husband Ernie of St. Mountain, GA and Carole...

Rachel Sue Adams, “Rae”, age 41 of Woodstock, Georgia, passed away on May 12, 2023. Rae was born on March 24, 1982, in San Francisco, California to Robert and Sue Adams. From a young age, Rae had a connection to nature, and would often find peace and solitude outdoors, including playing a tin whistle while canoeing in company with wild loons, hunting ginseng in the Catskills, and photographing the smallest of beauties in the Georgia forest. Steadfastly loyal as a friend and...

Mr. Grady Lee Baker, age 81, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2023. He was born in Norwood, Georgia on November 28, 1941 to the late Auther and Rosia Baker. Mr. Baker was a kind, humble, loving and hardworking husband and father. He adored his family and always placed their needs before his own. He loved spending time outdoors, enjoying cars and guns. Mr. Baker was loved by all that knew him and will be sorely missed. He is predeceased by his beloved wife, Annie Kate Baker, and son Willie...

 Obituary Stacey Young Prince Jr. Stacey Young Prince Jr., 86, peacefully entered his eternal rest in the afternoon of Thursday, May 4, 2023.    Stacey was born in Washington, D.C., where he received his general education before becoming a United States Marine in 1956, completing a deployment to the Panama Canal before receiving an Honorable Discharge. Stacey taught himself to play trumpet by ear at an early age, playing it to gospel music, Louis Armstrong, and Burt...

Darlene Thomas Stansell, age 69 of Hampton, Georgia, passed away on April 29, 2023, surrounded by her beloved family. She was born on September 18, 1953, in Atlanta, Georgia to Dexter and Margaret Thomas. Darlene was a kind and gentle soul, that never met a stranger and was always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need. She was a devoted daughter, sister, and loving mother. Darlene was loved by all that knew her, and she will be sorely missed. She leaves behind to cherish her...

Clyde Anthony McGhee, age 63, of Conyers, Georgia passed away peacefully on April 29, 2023 surrounded by his beloved family. Anthony, as he was more commonly known, was born on February 27, 1960 in Knoxville, Tennessee. Anthony was an avid sports fan and absolutely loved the University of Tennessee Volunteers, “GO VOLS”, and the Atlanta Braves. He loved NASCAR and would plan trips solely based on racing events. He was a jokester that possessed quick wit, had a nickname for...

Thomas “Van” Whittington, age 76 passed away following an extended illness in his home surrounded by his loving family on April 25, 2023. Van was born in Moultrie, GA. He had fond memories of his childhood friends and spending time with his father at Spence Field where he worked on airplanes. He moved to Atlanta at the age of nine. He graduated from North Fulton High School and attended the University of Georgia where he was a member of ATO Fraternity and graduated in 1969 with...

  Gloria H. Strong, 90, peacefully passed into heaven on February 23, 2023, in Braselton, GA.   Born on Sept 3, 1932, in Atlanta, GA to the late John L. Harley and Estelle K. Harley, Gloria was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother.  On April 14, 1951, Gloria married her high school sweetheart, Charles “Charlie” S. Strong III, predeceased. She is survived by sons Chuck Strong, Chris (Terri) Strong, daughter Carol (Trey) Conley, 9...

On Sunday, February 26, The Brooks Family invites you to celebrate the life of JoAnn Ellis Brooks, who passed away on Saturday, February 18, 2023 at home with her family. The celebration will take place at New Life Praise Center (8111 Brown Bridge Road, Covington, GA) at 2:00 PM.   JoAnn was a young 83 year old, born on September 27, 1939. She used her faith in the Lord to reach out and impact everyone around her through genuine love and affection. She was known to many as...