Paul Melvin Orr passed from this life September 3rd 2024. Melvin was born on July 7, 1945 in Atlanta, Georgia to parents Sam and Doris Orr. He spent his early life in Blakely, Georgia, graduating high school, class of 1963. Melvin married the love of his life Becky and the couple would go on to have 4 children together. He...
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Robert “Bob” Steven Reid, 72, passed away peacefully on September 5, 2024 in Lawrenceville, GA, at home surrounded by his family. Bob was a deeply loved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend who will be missed by all who knew him. Born in Columbia, South Carolina, he was the son of the late Henry E. Reid and Mildred R. Eisele. Bob...
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Robert Wayne Powell passed away at Columbus Hospice on September 3, 2024, in Columbus, GA. He was born on June 3, 1954, in Heidelberg, Germany. Robert was dedicated to his family and was known for his quick wit and excellent work ethic. Robert leaves behind his wife of 47 years, Gail F. Powell. He leaves behind two children, a daughter...
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Paul Sidney McAllister, age 74, died on Labor Day, September 2, 2024, in the arms of his beloved wife. He had suffered a multi-year battle with Alzheimer’s dementia. Paul married the love of his life, Patricia Frances Barfield, on December 7, 1974, in Warner Robins, GA. He was a super proud Dad of their son, SSG Andrew Chad McAllister, Fort Moore, Columbus, GA. Born on...
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David Stewart McCarson, aged 72, passed away on August 30, 2024, in Columbus, GA. Born on November 9, 1951, in Miami, Florida, David was a vibrant soul known for his love of adventure and the great outdoors. From his early days in Miami, David was drawn to the ocean. His passion for sailing, scuba diving, fishing, and spearfishing was evident to...
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Debra Carver Grant, age 68, went home to be with the Lord on September 3rd, 2024. She was born on June 26, 1956, in Marietta, Georgia to Clarence Bruce Carver and Hazel Maude Carver. She was the fifth of eight children. Debra was a loving wife, mother, and Nanno. She was the owner of Grant’s vending for 30 years. She...
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Robert “Bob” Lester Wallis passed from this life on April 30th, 2024. Bob was born in Albany, Georgia to parents James Edward “Jim Ed” Wallis and Francis Mary (Gilbert) Wallis. He grew up alongside brothers; James Edwin, and Joseph Gilbert. Bob attended Albany High School and then enlisted in the Peace Corps. Upon his return, he obtained his teaching degree...
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Vernon (Vern) Eugene Swick passed peacefully at Hope Memory Care Center on August 29, 2024, in Fayetteville, Georgia with his family by his side. He was born on November 3, 1940, in Norwalk, Ohio to the late Howard and Mary Swick (nee Zureich). He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Sandra Swick (Boose); daughter Kris Hurt (Mark) of...
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Shirley Ann McCary Long, 79, of Fayetteville, GA, passed away peacefully, surrounded by those who loved her, on August 22, 2024. Shirley was born September 14, 1944, in Birmingham, Al to the late Anthony McCary, Sr and Bertha Lee (Borders) McCary. Shirley grew up alongside her parents, four brothers and four sisters. She obtained her high school diploma from A.H....
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With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Jerome C. Rode, 81, of Johns Creek on August 26. He is preceded in death by his father Cleatis Rode, his mother Catherine Rode, his stepmother, Audrey Wild, and his daughter Erica Rode. He is survived by his wife Jane Rode, daughters Stephanie Rode, Julie (Mitchel) DeFrancis, and Suzanne Rode, and grandchildren...
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