Jim Arthur Driver
Aug 14, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jim Arthur Driver, a beloved son, brother, father, "Pawpaw Jim," and cherished friend to all. Jim, age 54, of Villa Rica, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, August 14, 2025. He was born on September 7, 1970, to his loving parents, Jerry Ayers Driver and Melba Driver.
Jim was a well-respected...
Donald Frank Lutz, Jr.
Aug 13, 2025
Donald Frank Lutz, Jr., 64, of Villa Rica, passed away on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. He was born on April 2, 1961, the son of Patricia Luise Chappell Lutz and the late Donald Frank Lutz, Sr.
Donald was a loving and supportive father to his sons. He dedicated his time to the South Paulding Spartans High School Band, where he became...
Lynn Marie Dugan
Aug 12, 2025
Lynn Marie Dugan, 82, of Villa Rica, passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2025. She was surrounded in love by her family. Lynn was born on January 26, 1943, the daughter of the late Timothy Kevin McGowan and Eleanor Antoinette Bain.
Lynn was a cherished soul whose presence touched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her. She...
Gloria Nan Leak
Aug 9, 2025
Gloria Nan Leak, 74, of Villa Rica, passed away on Saturday, August 9, 2025. She was born on May 18, 1951, the daughter of the late William and Ann Davies.
Gloria was kind to all who knew her. Her compassion extended beyond family and friends, as well as all animals found a friend in her heart. Gloria found joy in the...
Peggy McDonald Charles
Aug 7, 2025
Peggy Charles, 88, of Douglasville, GA passed away on Thursday, August 7, 2025. She was born on June 7, 1937, the daughter of the late William B. McDonald and the late Elizabeth Suitor McDonald.
Peggy’s life was a testament to the joys of family, community, and the simple pleasures of life.
Peggy was known for her unwavering dedication to her loved ones....
Billy Joe Smith
Aug 5, 2025
Billy Joe Smith, 78, of Winston, GA, passed away on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. He was born on April 6, 1947, the son of the late S. Howard Smith, and the late Sara Deal Smith.
Billy was a man whose life was marked by his unwavering faith, service to others, and commitment to his family.
Billy was a proud veteran of the...
Dudley Mather Payne
Jul 31, 2025
Dudley Mather Payne, 83, of Douglasville, GA passed away on Thursday, July 31, 2025. He was born on September 5, 1941, the son of the late Robert G Payne and the late Emma Lee Norwood Payne.
Dudley lived a life rich in laughter, compassion, and a deep love for both family and his farm.
As a member of the 82nd Airborne in...
Norma Sue Cole
Jul 30, 2025
Norma Sue Cole, 87, of Carrollton, passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. She was born on August 7, 1937, the daughter of the late Rader Marchman Suddeth and the late Lonie Virginia Parks Suddeth.
Sue was known for her deep love for her family and her dedication to her church. She was a devoted wife who adored her husband and...
Juana Velazquez
Jul 23, 2025
Juana Velazquez, 98, born on February 17, 1927, to the late Jacinto Cruz and the late Fidencia Gonzalez, peacefully passed away at her residence on July 23, 2025. A cherished mother, grandmother, and sister, Juana’s life was a tapestry woven with love, creativity, and a deep commitment to family.
Juana dedicated much of her life to her craft as a seamstress,...
Dennis Louise Criswell
Jul 22, 2025
Dennis Louise Dobbs Criswell, 79, a cherished member of her community and family, passed away peacefully at her residence on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. She was born on December 9, 1945, to the late Oliver Clifford "O.C" Dobbs and the late Annie Tula Martin Dobbs.
A kind and welcoming soul, Dennis lived her life with a faithful heart devoted to the...