Bill Hembree
Jan 15, 2026
Bill Hembree, of Winston, Georgia, passed away on Thursday morning, January 15, 2026. Born on March 8, 1966, in Villa Rica, Georgia, Bill lived a life marked by leadership, service, and deep dedication to his family and community.
Bill was a proud graduate of Douglas County High School in Douglasville, Georgia, Class of 1984. During his senior year, he served as...
Jimmy Wayne Perkins
Jan 14, 2026
Jimmy Wayne Perkins, 86, passed away on January 14, 2026, in Rome, Georgia. Born on April 29, 1939, in McComas, West Virginia to the late Woodrow Perkins and Mildred Tibbs Perkins.
Throughout his esteemed career, he made significant contributions to the world of golf course design, leaving his mark on numerous landscapes through his thoughtful and creative approaches. His work was...
John Clifton Back, Jr.
Jan 14, 2026
John Clifton Back, Jr., affectionately known as “J.C.” age 42, of Winston, passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, with his family by his side. He was born on April 4, 1983, the son of Cliff and Donna Back.
J.C. was a remarkable individual whose life was a testament to the beauty of resilience and joy. He was known for his...
Annie Ruth Mathis
Jan 13, 2026
Annie Ruth Mathis, 83, of Temple, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. She was born on March 2, 1942, the daughter of the late John Boyd McElroy, Sr. and Barbara Williams McElroy.
She was a strong-spirited, loving, and devoted Christian woman whose legacy will be etched in the hearts and minds of those who had the privilege to know...
Rebecca J. Hughes
Jan 13, 2026
Rebecca Jane Baker Hughes, 85 of Villa Rica, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. She was born on November 29, 1940, in Appalachia, Virginia, the daughter of the late Rowdy B. Baker and the late Ella Jane Williams Baker.
Rebecca was a devoted housewife who dedicated her life to raising her children and nurturing her family. Rebecca had a...
Brad D. Shelton
Jan 12, 2026
Brad D. Shelton, 63, of Temple, passed away with his family by his side on Monday, January 12, 2026. He was born on February 13, 1962, the son of the late Charles Dewitt Shelton, Jr. and the late JoAnn Fuller Shelton.
Brad, affectionately known as "Barefoot Blue Jean Brad" proudly served as a volunteer fireman in Villa Rica for many years,...
Sheila Thompson Williams
Jan 11, 2026
Sheila Thompson Williams, 68, of Austell, GA, passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2026. She was born on February 15, 1957, the daughter of the late Moses Johnson and the late Delores Thompson.
Sheila devoted her life to her family as a dedicated homemaker. Her nurturing spirit and family-oriented nature defined her outgoing nature; she was always the one who brought...
Vivian Rakestraw Crutchfield
Jan 10, 2026
Vivian Rakestraw Crutchfield, 84, of Lithia Springs, GA, passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026. She was born on December 6, 1941, the daughter of the late Almaine Harry Rakestraw and the late Almeda Lois Metcalf Rakestraw.
Vivian lived a life brimming with adventure, love, and unwavering dedication to her family and friends.
Vivian was known as a wonderful and faithful woman...
Mary Gold Moser
Jan 10, 2026
Mary Gold Moser, 93, of Douglasville, GA, passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026. She was born in Millville, New Jersey, on October 31, 1932, the daughter of the late John J. Jones, Sr. and the late Rebecca Mounce Jones.
Mary exemplified a life rich in love, faith, and culinary artistry.
Cooking was more than just a daily task for Mary; it...
Kermit Joseph Obermeyer Jr. (Joe)
Jan 8, 2026
Kermit Joseph Obermeyer, Jr. (Joe), 83, of Douglasville, GA, passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2026. He was born on January 11, 1942, the son of the late Kermit Joseph Obermeyer, Sr. and the late Evelyn Virginia McLean Obermeyer.
Joe led a rich and fulfilling life, marked by personal achievements, cherished relationships, and a profound sense of duty.
Joe's passion for engineering...