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Kay Garner, 63, of Sharpsburg

Kay Garner, 63, of Sharpsburg, formerly of Jonesboro, died April 11, 2010.

She loved to cook for her family and their favorites were her chocolate chess pie and almond chicken. She enjoyed reading and traveling but most of all enjoyed her family. She was “Nana” to her grandchildren and loved to support them in sporting events. Read More»

Martha Ellen Barr Stilwell, 86, formerly of Peachtree City

Martha Ellen Barr Stilwell, daughter of Jesse and Ester Barr, age 86, went to be with the Lord on April 10, 2010.

Originally from Dyer, TN, Martha Ellen and her husband Frank have resided at Winwood Retirement community in Marietta, for the last seven years. Prior to moving to Marietta, they made their home in Peachtree City, GA.

Martha Ellens’s life was centered around her love for God and making a difference in the life of everyone she touched. She did this by encouraging others to do their best. Read More»

Army Spec. George N. Hunt has graduated from basic combat training

Army Spec. George N. Hunt has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. Read More»

Mary K. Marshall, Fayetteville

Ms. Mary K. Marshall of Fayetteville passed away April 7, 2010.

She is survived by her daughter, Rebecca Bartlett and husband Jack of Tyrone; son, Rick Booth of Fayetteville; sister, Betty Marshall of Mt. Pleasant, SC; granddaughters, Courtney Bartlett of Atlanta, Renee Bartlett of Tyrone, Marie Bartlett of Tyrone; nephews, Marshall Currence of Mt. Pleasant, SC, Steve Currence of Reston, VA; niece, Roslyn Grand of Big Canoe.

A Memorial Service will be held Monday, April 12, 2010 at 4 o’clock in the chapel of Parrott Funeral Home with Rev. Steve Geyer officiating. Read More»

Mr. Max Howard Medert of Fayetteville, one of 'Merrill's Marauders' in WWII

Mr. Max Howard Medert of Fayetteville passed away on April 10, 2010 at the age of 86.

Max was a WWII Army veteran who proudly served as one of “Merrill’s Marauders” in China, Burma and India. Following his military career, he served on the city of Atlanta Police Force , retiring after 25 years of service.

He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and brother, and a member of the Flat Creek Baptist Church. Read More»

Brenda Gail Johnston Wells of Fayetteville

Brenda Gail Johnston Wells of Fayetteville, Georgia passed away at Piedmont Atlanta Hospital on April 9, 2010, three days after cancer surgery.

She was predeceased by her parents, John and Faye (Burroughs) Johnston. Read More»

Douglas E. Hefty, 80, of Peachtree City

Douglas E. Hefty, 80, of Peachtree City, formerly of Marietta, died Thursday, April 8, 2010.

Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 13, at Mayes Ward-Dobbins Chapel, Marietta, with Reverend Mark Barbour officiating. Interment will follow at Kennesaw Memorial Park Cemetery, Marietta. Read More»

Sparrow of Honor Flight Fayette honored by DAR

From left are James Waldrop Chapter DAR Regent Betty Harrah, George Sparrow, Gail Sparrow and James Waldrop Community Service Award Chairman Crol Key. Photo/Ann Eldredge

Gail Sparrow was recently honored by the James Waldrop Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution by being named the 2009 Community Service Award recipient. According to Sparrow, Honor Flight Fayette is all about honoring the veterans. “This is their day to tell and demonstrate how special they are, and how grateful America is to them for preserving our freedoms,” said Sparrow. Read More»

King William McElwaney, III, 67, of Jupiter, Fla.

King William McElwaney, III, 67, of Jupiter, Fla., passed away suddenly on Wednesday, April 7, 2010 at his residence.

Born in Atlanta, Ga., he had been a resident of Jupiter for nine years, coming from Palm Beach, Fla. Prior to retirement, he was the director of operations for Delta Air Lines at LaGuardia Airport, Logan Airport and JFK.

Mr. McElwaney was the coordinator for the 1996 Summer Olympics for Delta Air Lines in Atlanta. He recently started his own property management company, Complete Home Check of Jupiter. Read More»

Angelina (Angie) Soldovere, 68, of Peachtree City

Angelina (Angie) Soldovere, 68, of Peachtree City, GA died peacefully with her family by her side on April 8, 2010 after a long battle with cancer.

She was a sweet, vibrant, and loving woman who cared for her family, her many loving friends, and beloved animals she brought into her home. Born July 21, 1941 and raised in Brooklyn, NY, she was the daughter of Louis and Antoinette Portanova. Read More»

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