OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries - Atlanta, Georgia and the Surrounding Areas

Shirley Ann Browne Staton

Shirley Ann Browne Staton

Aug 6, 2025

Shirley Ann Browne Staton, age 91, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2025, in her home in Kennesaw, Georgia, surrounded by her loving family. Born on August 23, 1933, in Louisville, Kentucky, Shirley lived a long and meaningful life deeply rooted in faith, family, and community. A proud graduate of Ursuline High School in Louisville, Shirley carried the values instilled...

Roger Lee Snell

Roger Lee Snell

Aug 3, 2025

Roger Lee Snell, 70, of Acworth, Georgia, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on August 3, 2025.

Roger was a devoted husband to Carolyn Snell, a loving father to Christopher and Michael, and a proud father-in-law to Kristen. To his granddaughters, Emmy and Amelia, he was known simply as "Papa"—a role he cherished in his later years.

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Alice Clark Davis

Alice Clark Davis

Jul 26, 2025

In Loving Memory of Alice Clark Davis

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Alice Clark Davis on July 26, 2025.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Harold Davis, parents Elizabeth and M. Graham Clark, and her sister Elizabeth Embser. Alice is survived by her children: Eva Davis-Boulton (Michael), William Davis (Deborah), and...

Samuel Thomas Leitheiser

Samuel Thomas Leitheiser

Jul 17, 2025

Sam Leitheiser was born in Harlingen, Texas to George, an Air Force officer, and his wife Becky. They moved around the country quite a bit when Sam was small due to the military job of his father. He lived with his family in Texas, Florida, Arkansas, and finally Ridgecrest, California, where he graduated from high school.

After his high school...

Cynthia Rose Henke

Cynthia Rose Henke

Jul 12, 2025

Cynthia was born in St. Paul, Minnesota, on July 26, 1954, to Donald and Florence Davis. She was raised in Cottage Grove, Minnesota, and graduated from Park High School in 1974. Cindy began her lifelong career as a medical transcriptionist at St. Paul Radiology and later worked at Ramsey Hospital in St. Paul, MN. Cindy eventually moved north to Saginaw,...

Pablo Jaime Cevallos Velasquez

Pablo Jaime Cevallos Velasquez

Jul 1, 2025

Pablo Jaime Cevallos Velasquez, age 80, of Annandale, Virginia, passed away in Alpharetta, Georgia on July 1, 2025.

Born on July 19, 1944, in Quito, Ecuador, Pablo built a life defined by dedication, warmth, and an unwavering love for his family. He spent over 30 years in the hospitality industry, where his strong work ethic and positive attitude left an...

Gail (Odegard) Robinson

Gail (Odegard) Robinson

Jun 30, 2025

Gail (Odegard) Robinson, 63, of Atlanta passed away peacefully on June 30, 2025, surrounded by her family. Gail was preceded in death by her mother, Carol Ann (Druml) Odegard.  She is survived by her father LeRoy Odegard, step-mother Jo Odegard, brothers, Anthony (Cindy), Alan (Heidi) and Jason Taft (Lisa), her sister Audrey Thiault (Pierre) and her former, but still devoted...

John Howard Stanford

John Howard Stanford

Jun 10, 2025

John Howard “Big John” Stanford, 78, of Powder Springs, Georgia, departed peacefully from this life on June 10, 2025, surrounded by his beloved family. Known affectionately by friends and family alike as “Big John,” he leaves behind a large and loving family and a legacy of steadfast leadership, quiet strength, and devoted community service.

Born on November 4, 1946 in...

Barbara A Neeley

Barbara A Neeley

Jun 1, 2025

Barbara A. Neeley of Macon, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her home on June 1, 2025. A cherished wife, mother, and dedicated minister, Mrs. Neeley had a profound impact on the lives of many in her community.

Mrs. Neeley was a vivacious servant leader, bringing the joy of the Lord everywhere she visited. She served alongside her husband, Pastor David...

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