John Christopher Kurts

Jun 23, 2025

John Christopher "Chris" Kurts, 66, of Douglasville, passed away on Monday, June 23, 2025. He was born in Memphis, Tennessee to the late Margaret Elizabeth Bailey Kurts and John Lewellyn Kurts of Indianapolis, Indiana. His life was filled with memories of laughter and joy.

Chris was always full of life, he always wanted “Good, clean, American fun”. He had several hobbies...

Steven Robert Newborn

Jun 19, 2025

Steven Robert Newborn, affectionately known as “Steve”, left this world on June 19, 2025, at the age of 56, in his beloved home, surrounded by the warmth and love that he so faithfully nurtured throughout his life. He was born on September 15, 1968, in Atlanta, Georgia, to Mr. James Larry Newborn, Sr. and Mrs. Carolyn Jeannette Clay.

Steve was a...

Linda Diane Pirkle

Jun 19, 2025

Linda Diane Wilkerson Pirkle, 72, of Villa Rica, passed away on Thursday, June 19, 2025. She was born on October 29, 1952 in Atlanta to the late Gladys and Jimmy Wilkerson. She lived a life full of love and simple pleasures.

Mrs. Linda had several hobbies, including cooking for her family. She made sure that her loved ones always had plenty...

Melvin William Sudduth

Jun 19, 2025

Melvin William Sudduth, 90, a devoted husband, father, and small business owner, passed away peacefully at his residence in Villa Rica, Georgia, on June 19, 2025. He was born on October 19, 1934, in Douglas Co., GA, to the late Grady Allen Sudduth and Bertie Inez Parks. Melvin lived a life filled with purpose and a profound love for his...

Jean Jones

Jun 18, 2025

Willie Jean Beasley Jones, 82, passed away on Wednesday, June 18, 2025. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. She was born on November 7, 1942, the daughter of the late Lawrence Lee Beasley and the late Essie Mae Baker Beasley.

Jean was known for her unwavering devotion to her family, which she held dear above all...

Lois Ann Dugan

Jun 18, 2025

Lois Ann Dugan, 80, of Villa Rica, passed away on Wednesday, June 19, 2025. She was born on December 30, 1944, the daughter of the late Joseph Peter Dugan and Lucille Veronica Bradley Dugan.

Lois had a successful career as a registered nurse. In addition to being a nurse, Lois was a smart and successful businesswoman. Beyond her professional life, Lois...

Brian Keith Barron

Jun 16, 2025

Mr. Brian Keith Barron, 59, of Villa Rica, passed away of natural causes on Monday, June 16, 2025. He was born on June 18, 1965 at 4:52 AM at Crawford W. Long Memorial Hospital, to Mr. John R. Barron (Ray) Sr. and Mrs. Helen Jeanette Barron.

He was a senior computer operation representative for McKesson Group, where he had been employed...

Shirley Nelson Pennicooke

Jun 16, 2025

Shirley Nelson Pennicooke, 90, of Douglasville, passed away on Monday, June 16, 2025. She was born on September 6, 1934 in Greensboro, North Carolina to the late Annette Cohen Nelson and Willie Nelson. Her life was one that was filled with love and compassion for those around her.

Ms. Shirley had a talent for cooking and baking – she would often...

Lisa Danielle Criswell

Jun 13, 2025

Lisa Danielle Criswell, 51, of Carrollton, passed away on Friday, June 13, 2025. She was born on February 11, 1974, the daughter of the late Wayman Jimmy Cohran, Sr. and the late Helen Turner Cohran.

Lisa enjoyed life and she loved to spend time with her family. She enjoyed everything outdoors, which included camping, fishing, walking and hiking.

In addition to her...

Mamie Lee Oates

Jun 13, 2025

Mamie Lee Oates, 90, passed away peacefully on June 13, 2025, in Douglasville, GA. She was born on December 28, 1934 in Albany, GA, to the late Mr. Almo Frazier and Mrs. Gertie Gooden Frazier.

Her life was a beautiful tapestry woven with love, joy, and a profound appreciation for family and the simple pleasures of life.

Mamie was a guiding light...