OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries - Atlanta, Georgia and the Surrounding Areas

Russell Gilkey

Russell Gilkey

Jun 10, 2016

Russell Gilkey died on Friday, June 10, 2016 at his home in Lawrenceville, Georgia at the age of 95.

He was born in Hopkinsville, Kentucky in 1920 where he grew up, the youngest of three brothers. At Hopkinsville High School, Russell was president of the National Honors Society, a member of the Science Club and a back for the...

Orvis Calvin Krug

Orvis Calvin Krug

Jun 10, 2016

SCHOLAR-ATHLETE December 11, 1919 – June 9, 2016 Orvis said, “I have lived a fabulous life.” He was born in Spangler, Pennsylvania to Esther and Clair Krug. Orvis died at home with his devoted wife, Brook, by his side. Orvis served his country during WWII in the Navy. After his Navy service, he continued his education, ultimately earning a Doctorate...

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