Gary Carew Hofele

Feb 28, 2026

Gary Carew Hofele, 85, of Douglasville, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 28, 2026. He was born on June 28, 1940, the son of the late Harry Walter Hofele and the late Elizabeth Morris Hofele. He leaves behind a legacy that will forever be cherished.

Gary was a remarkable man who dedicated many years of his life to his career at...

Larry Terrell Whorton

Feb 28, 2026

Larry Terrell Whorton, 79, of Temple, passed away on Saturday, February 28,2026. He was born on August 12, 1946, the son of the late Ottis William Whorton and Norma Lee Whorton.

Larry loved his family and his church family. He was a devoted deacon at Springdale Baptist Church and he played an integral role in the spiritual lives of many, offering...

Patricia Ann Cronan

Feb 26, 2026

Patricia Ann Cronan, age 83, a beloved daughter, sister, mother,  grandmother and great grandmother.  Passed away peacefully on February 26, 2026, in Douglasville, Georgia. Born on September 13, 1942, in Kansas City, Missouri, to the late Harry Thomas Jackson and Thelma Shadix. Patricia enriched the lives of many with her warmth and kindness throughout her 83 years.

Patricia spent over 15...

Christy Huey

Feb 26, 2026

Anita C. “Christy” Huey, 58, of Temple, entered into God’s arms on Thursday, February 26, 2026. She was born on February 24, 1968, the daughter of the late John “Billy” Huey and the late Joyce Williams Huey.

She was a beloved daughter, sister, niece, aunt, great-aunt and friend to everyone. Christy leaves behind a legacy filled with laughter, kindness, and an...

Jeannette Cummings

Feb 23, 2026

Berma Jeannette Cummings, 84, of Temple, passed away on Monday, February 23, 2026. She was born on March 11, 1941, the daughter of the late Archie Roland Harmon and the late Mattie Ruth Cole Harmon.

Jeannette was a beloved mother and grandmother, whose heart and spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Family meant the world to her....

Miriam Strength McPeek

Feb 22, 2026

Miriam Strength McPeek, 91, of Villa Rica, passed away on Sunday, February 22, 2026. She was born on February 3, 1935, the daughter of the late Fernie L. Strength and the late Helen Combs Strength.

Miriam was a cherished mother and grandmother. She was known for her loving spirit and commitment to her family. Her life was a testament to her...

Eddie James Jeffares

Feb 21, 2026

Eddie James Jeffares, 72, of Douglasville, passed away peacefully at his residence on Saturday, February 21, 2026. He was born on September 6, 1953 in Surry County, NC  the son of the late Robert James Jeffares and the late Gladys Cassell Jeffares.

Eddie proudly served his country in the United States Air Force for four years. He retired after thirty years...

Shelva Shirley Jackson

Feb 20, 2026

Shelva  "Shirley" Jean Boger Jackson, age 88 of Douglasville passed away on February 20, 2026. She was born November 4, 1937 to Gladys Craven and Alvin Eugene Boger in Atlanta, GA.

She was a member of Gateway Baptist Church.

She and Kenneth David Jackson met on October 4, 1963 and were married 50 days later on November 23, 1963.

During her working years...

Marian Yvonne Williams

Feb 20, 2026

Marian Yvonne Williams, 78, of Temple, passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026. She was born on October 18, 1947, the daughter of the late James Oliver McClain and the late Eunice Runnell Bowen McClain.

Yvonne dedicated her life to her family and her church. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Her devotion to her family was evident in...

Craig Orville Gonsalves-Barreiro

Feb 18, 2026

It is with deep sadness to announce the passing of Craig Orville Gonsalves-Barreiro, age 50, of Villa Rica. He passed away peacefully with his family by his side on February 18, 2026. Craig was born on May 6, 1975, the son of George Gonsalves-Barreiro and Beatrice Lewis.

Craig was a dedicated police officer with the Atlanta Police Department, serving the city...