William Donald Bray July 12, 1949 – March 16, 2026 William Donald Bray, a beloved father, brother, and devoted family man, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, March 16, 2026, at the age of 76. Don was born on July 12, 1949 to William and Mary Bray in Atlanta, Georgia. Throughout his life, Don took pleasure in...
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Richard Elliott McNatt, beloved husband, father, and grandfather “Papa,” left this earth on March 11, 2026. Rick was born on September 5, 1968, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to Marilyn and Ronald McNatt. He spent his childhood and teen years in Pittsburgh until leaving for college. After just a couple of weeks at Grove City College, he met his future bride, Jody....
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Melissa Jean Copp, age 57, peacefully passed surrounded by family and friends on March 15, 2026 after battling years of illness. She was born on January 29th,1969 in New Haven, Connecticut. Her selfless demeanor and caring nature made her a joy to be around. Described as the life of the party and always caring for everyone. Even though she endured...
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Kevin J. Arthur, loving husband, father, and grandfather, died peacefully in Peachtree City, Georgia, on March 14, 2026, at the age of 76. Kevin is survived by his beloved wife of over 50 years, Mary, of Peachtree City, Georgia; three children, Sarah (Felipe) Ruiz of Peachtree City, GA, Teresa (Ross) Morrissey of Mendham, NJ, and Kevin Patrick (Pamela) Arthur of...
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Stephen Henry Pritchard of Kennesaw, Georgia, passed away on March 7, 2026, at the age of 73 after a long and courageous battle with many interrelated health issues. As a lung transplant recipient, Steve was grateful for the additional years the transplant gave him, though he continued to face many health challenges due to his weakened immune system. Even through...
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Nancy Kay Deichert, 89, of Sharpsburg, GA, passed away on March 1, 2026. Nancy was born on June 12, 1936, in Ansonia, OH, to Kenneth Ray and Kathryn Pearl (McKibben) Derr. She grew up on her family’s farm in Lewisburg, OH, and was the oldest of the couple’s four kids. After high school, Nancy attended Bowling Green State University, where...
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Warlando Gonzales Monticello passed from this life on Tuesday, March 10, 2026. Warly, as he was known, was born on September 3, 1942, in Cebu, Philippines. He came to Georgia in 2005 to live with his son and family. At 62, he enjoyed working at Costco for three years. After facing a series of illnesses, he was lovingly cared for...
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Elaine Marie (Cashman) Thornton of Columbus, GA passed away peacefully on Monday, March 16, 2026, at the age of 89. Born on January 19, 1937, in Cleveland, OH. She was the daughter of the late John Emmet Cashman and Loretta Hackett Cashman. Elaine was preceded in death by her sisters Diane Campbell and Barbara Conrad. Elaine married William (Bill) E....
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Matthew Ashley Karriker, beloved son, brother, nephew, and friend, passed away on March 15, 2026, at the age of 32. Born on September 22, 1993, in Columbus, Georgia, Matt spent his life in the city he called home, leaving behind a community forever touched by his warmth and generosity. Matt had a gift for bringing people together, and nowhere was...
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December 2, 1929 – February 16, 2026 Dorothy Dyer, beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, and great-grandmother, lived a life rooted in faith, kindness, generosity and gratitude. Right up until the end, when asked how she was doing, her response remained unwavering: “I am truly blessed.” Faith and family were Dorothy’s Early Life and Family Roots Dorothy was born and...
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