All Obituaries

Jonathan Dewey Hicks, age 76 of Mansfield, Georgia, passed away on January 11, 2023, surrounded by his beloved family. He was born on September 21, 1946, in Porterdale, Georgia to the late Dewey and Doris Hicks. Mr. Hicks was a kind and gentle man, that was always willing to help others in need. He loved the Lord and he loved his family, beyond measure. He was an avid fisherman and nothing made him happier, than a fishing pole and a great fishing spot. He is loved by all that knew him...

Ms. Jennifer Forrest “Shula,” age 69, of Buckhead, Georgia, departed this life unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at home. She was born in Manhattan, New York, August 18, 1953, the third oldest of seven to the late Edward C. Forrest Sr. and Dorothy M. Forrest. As Edward Sr was able to obtain better employment, Jennifer grew up in Manhattan, NY and Toledo, Ohio, she attended public schools in both NY and OH, graduating in 1970 from Scott High School in Toledo, OH. She...

Edward Paul Wojcik was born in Knoxville Tennessee on June 29, 1944. Paul passed away on January 10, 2023. Paul was predeceased by his wife Susan, his parents and his sister Helen. Paul is survived by his son Andrew, siblings Mary Rose, John, Tom, Greg, Chuck, Jessie, Jim, Michael and Judy. Paul attended St. Thomas More Elementary School, St. Pius X High School and St. Bernard College. Paul is a Vietnam era veteran serving his country in the Army from 1966 to 1970. In lieu of flowers, the...

On Friday, December 30, 2022, Mary Jones, loving wife, stepmother, and sister, passed away peacefully, after a long battle with painful illnesses, at the age of 61.  Mary was born on March 10, 1961, in Huntington Beach, CA to Charles Means and Marceil (Hulst) Rogers. She had several occupations, primarily as an administrative professional, and took so much pride in everything she did. On November 23, 1994, she married Steve Jones and gained a daughter, Heather (Jones)...

It is with great sadness that the family of Maria Ruth Becerra Acevedo announce her passing on December 26, 2022 at the age of 66.  Maria Ruth was born on January 10, 1956. She was best known for her love of the Lord, her Catholic Faith, her fabulous cooking, and her strong-willed character. She is well known in multiple parishes throughout the archdiocese of Atlanta, including but not limited to; St Joseph Catholic Church in marietta, Saint Thomas the apostle Catholic Church in...

Mr. Elton Leon Lawrimore, age 66 of Covington, Georgia, passed away on December 25, 2022. He was born on January 30, 1956 to the late Thomas and Annie Lawrimore. He leaves behind to cherish his memory, a loving host of family and friends. Services are to be announced at a later date.

Helle Kaplan July 21, 1934 - December 23, 2022 (age 88)   Mrs. Helle Kaplan passed away peacefully at home in Hoschton, Georgia on December 23, 2022 after a long illness and what she described as “a wonderful life”.  She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Dr. Martin Kaplan; her son and daughter-in-law, Dr. Peter Kaplan and Lisa Kaplan, of Suwanee, Georgia; her son and son-in-law, Richard Kaplan and Prof. Timothy Rohan, of New York City, New York and Amherst,...

Mr. Richard Dix LeForce, age 87 of Monticello, Georgia, passed away on December 21, 2022, surrounded by his beloved family. He was born on March 6, 1935, in Middletown, Ohio to the late Edgar and Aleda LeForce. Services for Mr. LeForce, are to be announced. 

Mr. Enrique J. Fernandez, age 87, of Conyers, Georgia, passed away on December 20, 2022. Mr. Fernandez was born on November 14, 1935, in Cuba to the late Enrique and Juana Fernandez. Mr. Fernandez was a kind and gentle man, that was always willing to lend a helping hand when needed. Mr. Fernandez was an Entrepreneur and was an expert in the fields of exportation and importation of goods and services. He is survived by his devoted wife, his beloved children, loving grandchildren,...

Laroy, 49, departed this life on Thursday, December 15, 2022 in Decatur, GA.   Laroy was born August 1,1973 to Sabrina McGowan and Iroquois (Darnell) Crockett in Cleveland, OH. Laroy attended Warrensville City Schools from pre-k - 12th grade. He graduated from Warrensville Heights High School in 1991, he then went on to attend Central State University of Dayton, OH. Although he did not complete his studies, he went on to pursue entrepreneurship (barbering, car washing service,...