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Irma Ordaz De Chavez


Our friend, sister, mother, grandmother, aunt. Mrs. Irma Ordaz de Chávez was born in Durango Mexico on October 31, 1949. she was a strong woman, A warrior a fighter. She was married for 25 years to her husband Mr Victor Chavez until God separated them, From this marriage she had 3 children Juan, Carlos and Irma, 10 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. She was always a loving mother she always led her children on the right path and above all on the path of faith in God. She is a...

Our friend, sister, mother, grandmother, aunt. Mrs. Irma Ordaz de Chávez was born in Durango Mexico on October 31, 1949. she was a strong woman, A warrior a fighter. She was married for 25...

Herbert CookGrayson Georgia


Herbert Cook age 83 of Grayson, GA passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2024. He is survived by his wife Tracy, 6 children, and a host of grands and great-grands. A celebration of life will be on Saturday April 20, 2024 at 11:00 am in the chapel of Byrd & Flanigan Crematory & Funeral Service, Lawrenceville, GA. The visitation will be held on Saturday from 10:00 am until service time. Interment will follow at East Shadowlawn Memorial Gardens, Lawrenceville GA.

Herbert Cook age 83 of Grayson, GA passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2024. He is survived by his wife Tracy, 6 children, and a host of grands and great-grands. A celebration of life will be on...

Celeste M. SchmechelLawrenceville


Celeste M. Schmechel age 66 of Lawrenceville, Ga passed away Monday January 29, 2024. She was a loving wife, an artist, homemaker and a veteran of the U. S. Army. She is survived by her husband Terrance K. Schmechel of Lawrenceville, sister & brother in law Teresa & Lee Maddox of Dacula, brother Guy Montoya of Dacula, nephew Evan Maddox of Dacula. Inurnment will be held on Thursday April 18, 2024 at 12:30 pm at The Georgia National Cemetery. Arrangements by Byrd and Flanigan...

Celeste M. Schmechel age 66 of Lawrenceville, Ga passed away Monday January 29, 2024. She was a loving wife, an artist, homemaker and a veteran of the U. S. Army. She is survived by her husband...

Ismanda Lucia GonzalezLawrenceville


Ismanda Lucia Gonzalez age 55 of Lawrenceville, Georgia passed away Friday March 29, 2024. She is survived by her husband Juan Carlos Franco of Lawrenceville, son & daughter in law Daniel Franco & Christina Ferris of Chicago, IL, daughter Valentina Franco of Chicago, IL, mother Amilbia Vasco of Colombia, brothers Hernan Gonzalez of Dacula, Albert Augusto Gonzalez of Colombia , sister Aida Marina Gonzalez of Colombia. A Visitation time with the Family will be held on Friday April 5,...

Ismanda Lucia Gonzalez age 55 of Lawrenceville, Georgia passed away Friday March 29, 2024. She is survived by her husband Juan Carlos Franco of Lawrenceville, son & daughter in law Daniel...

Neva Lingold ChristianMonroe


Neva Lingold Christian age 69 of Monroe, Georgia passed away Tuesday April 2, 2024. She is survived by her daughter Shana Temples of Statham, son & daughter in law Michael & Michelle Osborn of Loganville, 6 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren. A Private Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Byrd and Flanigan Crematory & Funeral Service, Lawrenceville. 770-962-2200

Neva Lingold Christian age 69 of Monroe, Georgia passed away Tuesday April 2, 2024. She is survived by her daughter Shana Temples of Statham, son & daughter in law Michael & Michelle...

Bhaskarrao Ganeshchandra ThakarSuwanee


Bhaskarrao Ganeshchandra Thakar age 82 of Suwanee, Georgia passed away Sunday March 24, 2024. A Hindu Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 am Tuesday March 26, 2024 from the chapel of Byrd and Flanigan Funeral Home. Arrangements by Byrd and Flanigan Crematory & Funeral Service, Lawrenceville, Georgia 770-962-2200.

Bhaskarrao Ganeshchandra Thakar age 82 of Suwanee, Georgia passed away Sunday March 24, 2024. A Hindu Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 am Tuesday March 26, 2024 from the chapel of Byrd and...

Drake Paul CookMonroe Georgia


Drake Paul Cook, beloved son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend passed from this life on Friday, March 15, 2024.Drake is survived by his parents, Jennifer and Steve Cook; his siblings Joshua (Jesi), Hunter (Jessica), Savannah, and Cole (Sarah); his nieces and nephews: Nolan, Jayci, Jaxon, Adaline, Jolene, Holland, Charlie, and Scarlett. Drake is preceded in death by his brother Wade. Drake spent his entire life in Georgia. He loved working out and hanging out with family and...

Drake Paul Cook, beloved son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend passed from this life on Friday, March 15, 2024.Drake is survived by his parents, Jennifer and Steve Cook; his siblings Joshua...

Vicki Bailey Christie


Vicki Bailey Christie, age 70, passed away on March 14, 2024.Vicki was born in Atlanta, Georgia on November 2, 1953. Vicki followed in her mother’s footsteps and became a cosmetologist, cutting hair for many years at various shops and owning two of her own. During the 1980s and 1990s she was a long time employee of Hair Pros in Snellville.She married her husband William (Bill) Robert Christie in 1974 and they were married until his passing in 1999. During...

Vicki Bailey Christie, age 70, passed away on March 14, 2024.Vicki was born in Atlanta, Georgia on November 2, 1953. Vicki followed in her mother’s footsteps and became a...

Stephanie Joyce MuszynskiAuburn


Stephanie Joyce Muszynski age 75 of Auburn, Georgia passed away Saturday March 9, 2024. She was a former employee of the U S Postal Service, and was the owner and operator of Scholar's Book Shope in Lawrenceville for many years, and later worked for a book wholesaler. She is survived by her husband Frederick Muszynski of Auburn, siblings Bob, Jon, and Karen and their spouses, several nieces and nephews. Memorial Services will be held at 10:30 am Wednesday March 20, 2024 from the...

Stephanie Joyce Muszynski age 75 of Auburn, Georgia passed away Saturday March 9, 2024. She was a former employee of the U S Postal Service, and was the owner and operator of Scholar's Book...

Scott William MacGibbonDawsonville Georgia


Scott William MacGibbon, of Dawsonville, Georgia departed this life onWednesday, March 20, 2024. He loved the outdoors, fishing, camping, andspending time with friends. He also enjoyed music as he collected and played guitars.He is survived by his loving mother, Ann (Jerry) Ragan of Dawsonville, GA;father, Pete MacGibbon of Dawsonville, GA; brother, Terry (Wendy)MacGibbon of Franklin, TN; half-brother, Nathan Davis of Toccoa, Georgia;step-sister, Cathy...

Scott William MacGibbon, of Dawsonville, Georgia departed this life onWednesday, March 20, 2024. He loved the outdoors, fishing, camping, andspending time with friends. He also enjoyed...

Richard H. JamesLawrenceville


With heavy hearts, we announce Richard H. James, age 87 of Lawrenceville, GA passed away on Wednesday, March 6, 2024. He was a loving husband, father, lawyer and a veteran of the U. S. Navy. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Jana Sue James. He leaves behind a legacy of love and dedication, survived by his three children: Joy James, Dawn Gartin, and Lance James, along with their spouses and his four grandchildren Nicholas James, Hannah James, Danielle James, and Ava James. Richard will...

With heavy hearts, we announce Richard H. James, age 87 of Lawrenceville, GA passed away on Wednesday, March 6, 2024. He was a loving husband, father, lawyer and a veteran of the U. S. Navy. He is...

Jimey PhaypongBethlehem


Jimey Phaypong age 68 of Bethlehem, Georgia passed away Tuesday March 12, 2024. Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 pm Friday March 15, 2024 from the chapel of Byrd and Flanigan Funeral Home. Arrangements by Byrd and Flanigan Crematory & Funeral Service, Lawrenceville, Georgia 770-962-2200

Jimey Phaypong age 68 of Bethlehem, Georgia passed away Tuesday March 12, 2024. Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 pm Friday March 15, 2024 from the chapel of Byrd and Flanigan Funeral Home....

Michael Davis WilliamsSuwanee


April 15, 1964 – February 10, 2024A Celebration of Life of Mike Williams will be held at 11:00 am Friday March 15, 2024 at Peachtree Point at Lanier Islands Resort 7000 Lanier Islands Parkway Buford, Ga 30518Michael Davis Williams of Suwanee, GA passed away February 10, 2024, atthe age of 59. Born April 15, 1964, in Atlanta, Georgia to Virgil R. and SaraD. Williams, he grew up in Snellville, GA, and graduated from SouthGwinnett High School in 1983. He...

April 15, 1964 – February 10, 2024A Celebration of Life of Mike Williams will be held at 11:00 am Friday March 15, 2024 at Peachtree Point at Lanier Islands Resort 7000 Lanier Islands...

Heidi Marie Wilson - CartwrightDacula


Heidi Marie Wilson - Cartwright age 59 of Dacula, Ga passed away Friday March 15, 2024. She was a Loving Wife, Mother and Sister. She is survived by her husband Karl Bruce Cartwright of Dacula, sons Logan Cartwright of Lawrenceville, Emery Cartwright of Dacula, daughters Emily Rose Cartwright of Dacula, Haley Cartwright of Gainesville, Kesi Edwin of Lawrenceville. brothers and sister in law Mark & Nedra Wilson, John Wilson, Matt Wilson all of Asheville, NC, sister & brother in...

Heidi Marie Wilson - Cartwright age 59 of Dacula, Ga passed away Friday March 15, 2024. She was a Loving Wife, Mother and Sister. She is survived by her husband Karl Bruce Cartwright of...

Howard Glen TooleCornelia


Howard Glen Toole age 69 of Cornelia, Ga passed away Wednesday March 13, 2024. He is Survived By: Wife, Deborah Barrett; three daughters, Karen Dalton, Sylvia Bass and Sadonia Brock; Sister, Glennis S. Toole. He was Predeceased in Death by Enoch G. Toole (Father), Betty S. Toole (Mother), Calvin L. Toole (Brother), Joel A. Toole (Brother), Susan J. Toole (Sister) Grandchildren: Scott Williams, Megan Williams, Jonathan Burton, Tyler Burton, Breanna Burton, Elijah Bass, Jeremiah...

Howard Glen Toole age 69 of Cornelia, Ga passed away Wednesday March 13, 2024. He is Survived By: Wife, Deborah Barrett; three daughters, Karen Dalton, Sylvia Bass and Sadonia Brock;...

Martha Lou WatsonLawrenceville


Martha Lou Watson (76) of Lawrenceville, GA passed away on Sunday March 3, 2024. Martha was born on August 3, 1947 to the late Mr. Will Watson Sr. and Pecola Cain Watson. A native of Gwinnett County, Martha attended Hooper Renwick up to the eighth grade. Martha then became a homemaker and caregiver. She accepeted christ in her life at a young age and attended Broughton Tabernacle and later attended Dominion City Lawrenceville. Martha was a very proud member of the usher board. She...

Martha Lou Watson (76) of Lawrenceville, GA passed away on Sunday March 3, 2024. Martha was born on August 3, 1947 to the late Mr. Will Watson Sr. and Pecola Cain Watson. A native of Gwinnett...

Gladys (Bess) PriesterSnellville


Gladys “Bess” Priester was a strong and vibrant wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, with an engaging sense of humor and a fearless approach to life.It is with deep sorrow that we announce her passing at age 90 on March 1st, 2024. Born on July 8th, 1933 in Quitman, GA, Bess was known as a dedicated witness for Christ, a tireless volunteer, and a golf (and all sports) enthusiast.Bess is survived by her devoted husband of 72 years, Pastor Guy P Priester...

Gladys “Bess” Priester was a strong and vibrant wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, with an engaging sense of humor and a fearless approach to life.It is with...

Maria De La Cruz De CaleroGrayson Georgia


Maria De La Cruz De Calero age 71 of Grayson GA; passed away on February 24, 2024. A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday March 8, 2024 at 11:00 am at St Lawrence Catholic Church in Lawrenceville GA. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday March 7, 2024 from 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Maria De La Cruz De Calero age 71 of Grayson GA; passed away on February 24, 2024. A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday March 8, 2024 at 11:00 am at St Lawrence Catholic Church in...

Beverly BowenLoganville Georgia


Beverly Andrea Bowen (January 11th, 1960 - March 1, 2024She was born in Atlanta, Georgia in 1960 to Edna Smith. She was the sixth child out of seven siblings. She started working as a waitress at 11 years old where she changed her age to help support her family. This is where she briefly met Joe Bowen, her future husband. Beverly attended high school at Forest Park High School. It was during that time that she went on a double date and was reintroduced to Joe Bowen. Shortly...

Beverly Andrea Bowen (January 11th, 1960 - March 1, 2024She was born in Atlanta, Georgia in 1960 to Edna Smith. She was the sixth child out of seven siblings. She started working as a...

Soon G. ParkSuwanee


Soon G. Park age 89 of Suwanee, Georgia passed away Thursday February 29, 2024. She is survived by her children Geum Ok Kang of South Korea, Keum Soon Kim of Suwanee, Ga, Geum Yi Kang of South Korea, Hae Moon Kang of South Korea, Young Yook Kang of Chicago, IL, Hae Kyung Kang of South Korea, Young Chul Kang of Chicago, IL, Sun Do Kang of Virginia, 18 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday March 5, 2024 at 6:30 pm from the chapel of Byrd and Flanigan...

Soon G. Park age 89 of Suwanee, Georgia passed away Thursday February 29, 2024. She is survived by her children Geum Ok Kang of South Korea, Keum Soon Kim of Suwanee, Ga, Geum Yi Kang of South...

Wak G. KimGrayson Georgia


Wak Kim (70), beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on March 3, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones. He will be remembered for his generosity and unwavering love for his family and friends. His presence will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.Wak's legacy will live on in the hearts of those he touched. May he rest in peace.

Wak Kim (70), beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on March 3, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones. He will be remembered for his generosity and unwavering love for his...

Calvin "Cal" E. WarlickLawrenceville Georgia


Calvin "Cal" Warlick age 83 of Lawrenceville GA; passed away on Wednesday, February 14, 2024. Cal had a lifelong career as an artist & illustrator beginning out of high school in 1959. Cal's creative career was broad reaching and included time with the Atlanta Journal & Constitution's art department, news outlets such as Channel 5 and Gwinnett Daily News. Eventually he began freelancing and developed a passion for creating collegiate football mascot prints that...

Calvin "Cal" Warlick age 83 of Lawrenceville GA; passed away on Wednesday, February 14, 2024. Cal had a lifelong career as an artist & illustrator beginning out of high school in...

Ashlynn Mary JonesMonroe Georgia


Ashlynn Mary Jones, of Monroe, Ga., passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 9th, 2024 at the young age of 25 years old. Our family is devastated and shocked by this loss. Ashlynn was born on June 16th, 1998 in Snellville, GA. Ashlynn is survived by her parents and her sister Gracie Giuffrida. Ashlynn was a beautiful and talented girl. After Ashlynn graduated from High School, she worked in administration in the medical field with dreams of going to college to further her career....

Ashlynn Mary Jones, of Monroe, Ga., passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 9th, 2024 at the young age of 25 years old. Our family is devastated and shocked by this loss. Ashlynn was born on...

Bobby Joe SwordsLilburn


Bobby Joe Swords age 80 of Lilburn, Georgia passed away Saturday February 10, 2024. He had a passion for carpentry, woodworking and furniture. He never met a stranger. He is survived by his wife Barbara Swords of Lilburn, daughter & son in law Susan & Joe Estes of Loganville, step daughters Kelly Oliver of Tampa, Fl, Cindy Geckas of Frederick, Colorado, grandchildren Tony & Candice Estes, Jacob Estes, Bryce Littlejohn, Madison Littlejohn, Liam Geckas, Nautica Geckas, great...

Bobby Joe Swords age 80 of Lilburn, Georgia passed away Saturday February 10, 2024. He had a passion for carpentry, woodworking and furniture. He never met a stranger. He is survived by his wife...

Barbara Joan SchmidtLawrenceville


Barbara Joan Schmidt age 87 of Lawrenceville, Ga passed away Monday January 15, 2024. She was preceded in death by her husband Frederick Robert Schmidt, daughter Brenda Schmidt, granddaughter Jennifer Finstad, sisters Alice May Graham, Carol Graham, brother Dewey Clifford Graham Jr.. She is survived by her daughter & son in law Linda & Tom Webb of Lawrenceville, grandchildren Riannon Webb, Alanna Webb, Sean Bonnie, Christopher Owens, Mike Finstad, Heather Finstad, brother &...

Barbara Joan Schmidt age 87 of Lawrenceville, Ga passed away Monday January 15, 2024. She was preceded in death by her husband Frederick Robert Schmidt, daughter Brenda Schmidt, granddaughter...

Virginia Ann WineingerStone Mountain


Mrs. Virginia Ann Wineinger, age 81, of Stone Mountain, passed awayon Sunday, February 4, 2024. She was born August 4, 1942 in Waltham, Massachusetts to the late James and Helen Amero. She was preceded in death by her brother, Jimmy Amero. Ginny is survived by her husband of 57 years, Mr. V. Gene Wineinger; her sons Brian Scott, Chris Wineinger (Patti), and Kevin Wineinger (Tammy); grandchildren Crystal Scott, Allison Scott, Michael Scott (Hannah), Samantha Henderson...

Mrs. Virginia Ann Wineinger, age 81, of Stone Mountain, passed awayon Sunday, February 4, 2024. She was born August 4, 1942 in Waltham, Massachusetts to the late James and Helen Amero....

Alfonso Augusto CardenasLawrenceville


Alfonso Augusto Cárdenas moved like a fish in water when it came to politics and civic education. They were always his passion, both in his native country and here in the United States, where he knew by heart the intricacies of the political parties and the sometimes incomprehensible frameworks of our society. Much of what the people who knew him know about American politics they learned from him, listening to him over and over again about the importance of knowing the subject...

Alfonso Augusto Cárdenas moved like a fish in water when it came to politics and civic education. They were always his passion, both in his native country and here in the United States,...

Denise H. RidgewaySnellville


Denise Ridgeway, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed from this life on January 25, 2024, in Snellville, GA. She was born on August 16, 1961, in Grand Rapids, MI, to Shirley Mathen and Billy Ray Hickey. Denise was preceded in death by her parents, as well as her step father Marion “J.R.” Isbell, father-in-law Dr. Ted Ridgeway, mother-in-law Ellen Ridgeway, and five brothers.Denise is survived by her loving husband of 34 years, Kelly...

Denise Ridgeway, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed from this life on January 25, 2024, in Snellville, GA. She was born on August 16, 1961, in Grand Rapids,...

Lucille Evelyn HollandConyer Georgia


Lucille Evelyn Holland age, 98 of Conyers GA; passed away on Tuesday January 30, 2024. Mrs. Holland retired from Cisco Technology Corporation, she was a long-time member of Yellow River Baptist Church, and she was an avid gardener, Atlanta Braves fan, and let's not forget the Varsity.Mrs. Holland is preceded in death by her Husband Clyde Holland, daughter Pat Jarvis, son Ricky Holland, grandson Chip Jarvis, great granddaughter Sarah Lucille Rodriguez, parents Henry & Mary Brown...

Lucille Evelyn Holland age, 98 of Conyers GA; passed away on Tuesday January 30, 2024. Mrs. Holland retired from Cisco Technology Corporation, she was a long-time member of Yellow River Baptist...

Sosa CherianSnellville


Sosa Cherian, also known as Thankamma, born in Pullad, Kerala, on January 4th, 1936, embarked on a life journey marked by compassion, resilience, and love. She was the eldest of five children, born to Mr. Idiculla Abraham and Mrs. Aleyamma Abraham, and grew up as a guiding light for her siblings – two brothers, Kunjuju and Mathewkutty, who sadly preceded her in passing, and two sisters, Ammini, residing in Adoor, Kerala, and Marykutty, who settled in Houston, Texas.Sosa's journey...

Sosa Cherian, also known as Thankamma, born in Pullad, Kerala, on January 4th, 1936, embarked on a life journey marked by compassion, resilience, and love. She was the eldest of five children,...

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