Nancy LaRue Murphey
Jan 23, 2026
In Loving Memory of Mrs. Nancy L. Murphey
Mrs. Nancy L. Murphey, a beloved resident of Douglasville, Georgia, passed away on Friday, January 23, 2026. Born on July 21, 1941, in Adamsville, Fulton County, Georgia, she was the cherished daughter of the late J.W. Whitfield and the late Mrs. Myrtice Bailey, and stepfather of C.W. Bailey.
Her Life and Interests
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Delmer Bowen
Jan 23, 2026
Delmer Bowen, 82, of Villa Rica, passed away on Friday, January 23, 2026. He was born on March 22, 1943, the son of the late Clarence Bowen and Noldia Bowen.
Delmer dedicated thirty-four years of his life to Norfolk Southern Corporation, where he retired, having made a lasting impact on his colleagues and the company itself. Delmer loved his family dearly...
William Patrick Skinner
Jan 22, 2026
William Patrick Skinner, 62, passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2026. He was born August 11, 1963, the son of the late Ralph Denver Skinner and the late Betty Jean Cook Skinner.
He is survived by his sisters and brother-in-law, Betty and James Austin of Rockmart, Brenda Alford of Heflin; brother, James “Cliff” Skinner of Villa Rica and his girlfriend Lynn.
In...
Doris Yates
Jan 21, 2026
Birdie Doris Yates, 94, of Lithia Springs, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. She was born on September 30, 1931, the daughter of the late Ezzie and Priscilla Smith.
At the age of twenty-two, Doris married the love of her life Gordon, and together they built a beautiful family. Her greatest joy came from spending time with her family,...
Richard "Rick" Don McKinnon
Jan 21, 2026
Richard Don McKinnon, 71, of Dallas, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. He was born on December 6, 1954, the son of the late Clyde T. McKinnon and the late Hazel Stroope McKinnon.
Rick loved his family dearly. He was a proud graduate of Louisiana Tech University. His passion for music found its roots during his college years when...
Frantz Bozeman Lipsey
Jan 20, 2026
Frantz Bozeman Lipsey, 87, of Temple, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. He was born on May 23, 1938, the son of the late Paul Lipsey, Sr. and the late Gladys Bozeman Lipsey.
Frantz brought joy and light to everyone he encountered throughout his life. He moved to Douglas County in 1987 and he opened Hydro Irrigation Systems. Frantz...
Karlyn Ann Tyson
Jan 19, 2026
Karlyn Ann Tyson, 35, of Winston, Georgia, passed away on Monday, January 19, 2026. She was born on April 2, 1990, the daughter of Robert and Lynn Tyson, sister of Matt Tyson and fiance of Brandon Lumpkin.
Karlyn brought light into the lives of everyone she knew with a joyful heart and her infectious laugh. She had a fierce love for...
Nina Renee Sanders
Jan 18, 2026
Nina Renee Huggins Sanders was a woman of grace, intellect, faith, and unwavering compassion whose life reflected a deep commitment to service, justice, and community, she lived a life marked by Born in Harlem, New York, on May 15, 1939, as the only child of Mr. Carl Huggins and Mrs. Thelma Huggins, Renee’s life journey reflected both breadth and depth...
Annie Bell Johnson
Jan 17, 2026
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the peaceful passing of the cherished Annie Bell Johnson on January 17, 2026. Born in Lugoff, South Carolina on April 26, 1935, she was the daughter of Fannie Brown.
Annie Bell spent many years serving others with her welcoming demeanor and radiant smile at a local hotels she worked. Her dedication to...
Thomas Franklin Latimer
Jan 16, 2026
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Thomas Franklin Latimer, 83, of Villa Rica, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 16, 2026. He was born on December 15, 1942, the son of the late Franklin Latimer and the late Frances Waller Latimer.
Tommy lived a life characterized by kindness, and a passion for learning. Tommy attended Georgia Tech and later, he dedicated many years...