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Ted Anderson

Ted Anderson

Aug 29, 2026

Our beloved Papa, Ted Anderson, was welcomed into the arms of his Savior, Jesus Christ, on August 29, 2026. After struggling with many health issues, he left this world peacefully, surrounded by his family.

Teddie B. Anderson was born on January 13, 1945. He was preceded in death by his parents, Buford and Lula Anderson; his twin brother Edd and Diane...

David Wayne Alderman

David Wayne Alderman

Aug 26, 2026

David Wayne Alderman, age 73, of Canton, GA passed away Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at Northside Hospital Cherokee.

Memorial Services are scheduled for 4:00 PM, on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, from the Chapel of South Canton Funeral Home with Rev. Greg Hamilton officiating. Interment will follow at Georgia National Cemetery on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at 10:00AM.

The family will receive friends...

Ralph Harmon

Ralph Harmon

Aug 24, 2026

Ralph Harmon, age 75, of Canton, GA formerly of Hiram, GA passed away Monday, August 24, 2026 at Manor Lake Assisted Living.He was a loving husband, father, & grandfather. Mr. Harmon worked for the U.S. Postal Service for 38 years and attended Revolution Church.

The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Thursday, August 27, 2026, at South...

Jo Ann Woodall Barre

Jo Ann Woodall Barre

Aug 22, 2026

Jo Ann Woodall Barre, 79, passed away on Saturday, August 22, 2026 at her home in Canton, GA. She was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend.

She was born on December 14, 1946, in Decatur, Alabama, to parents, L.M. and Laverne Woodall.

She married the love of her life, Jim Barre on June 10, 1967. They were one another’s sidekick...

Pam Wilson

Pam Wilson

Aug 20, 2026

Pamela Wilson, age 70, of Ball Ground, GA, passed away Thursday, August 20, 2026, at her residence.

Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 PM on Saturday, August 22, 2026, from the Chapel of South Canton Funeral Home with Brother Dale Farr and Pastor Jerry Stewart officiating. Interment will follow in Our Hearts Forever.

A Memorial Service will be held in Robbinsville, North...

William Edgar Morrissey, Jr.

William Edgar Morrissey, Jr.

Aug 14, 2026

William Edgar Morrissey, Jr., age 64, of Newnan, GA, passed away Friday, August 14, 2026, at Piedmont Hospital - Atlanta, GA.

Graveside services are scheduled for 2:00 PM on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at the Georgia National Cemetery. Interment will follow at Georgia National Cemetery, with Honors being performed by the United States Army.

The family will receive friends from 12:00 PM...

Virley E. Bullard

Virley E. Bullard

Aug 10, 2026

Virley E. Bullard, age 77, of Woodstock, GA passed away Monday, August 10, 2026 at his residence.

A Funeral Service is scheduled for 2:00 PM, on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from the Chapel of South Canton Funeral Home with Pastor Joel Frederick, and Pastor Jim Law officiating. Interment will follow at Georgia National Cemetery at 1:00 PM, Tuesday, August, 18, 2026...

Wayne Tippens

Wayne Tippens

Aug 6, 2026

Wayne Tippens, age 61, of Jasper, GA, passed away Thursday, August 6, 2026, at his residence. Wayne was a member of Fairview Baptist Church. He was a member of E. W. Hightower Masonic Lodge #679, Marble Hill Masonic Lodge #207, and the Order of the Eastern, Marble Hill Star #448.

Funeral services are scheduled for 3:00 PM on Sunday, August 9,...

Rita Frances Sousa

Rita Frances Sousa

Aug 5, 2026

Rita Frances Sousa, 98, of Canton, GA (formerly of Goodyear, AZ) passed away peacefully on August 5, 2026. She was born on October 25, 1927, in Chicago, IL to Mary Anna and Thomas Zelia.

Rita will be remembered for her love of family and faith. She is survived by her sister, Toni Kalchbrenner, her children Sharon Sousa, Kathy Dalton, Debbie Wienrich...

Blanche Covington

Blanche Covington

Aug 4, 2026

Blanche Covington, age 90, of Canton, GA, passed away Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at her residence. Blanche was a member of Sharp Mountain Baptist Church in Ball Ground.

Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 AM on Friday, August 7, 2026, from the Chapel of South Canton Funeral Home with Rev. Larry Waddell and Pastor Greg Hamilton officiating. Interment will follow at...

William Russell "Rusty" Padgett

William Russell "Rusty" Padgett

Jul 31, 2026

William Russell "Rusty" Padgett, age 64, of Jasper, GA, passed away Friday, July 31, 2026, at Northside Hospital - Gwinnett.

Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 PM on Monday, August 3, 2026, from the Chapel of South Canton Funeral Home with Rev. James Blalock and Rev. Doug Taylor officiating. Interment will follow at Pleasant Union Baptist Church Cemetery.  

The family will...

Billy Buice

Billy Buice

Jul 31, 2026

Billy Buice, age 68, of Calhoun, GA, passed away Friday, July 31, 2026, at his residence.

Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 PM on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, from the Chapel of South Canton Funeral Home with Rev. Justin Buice, Rev. Daniel McCoy, and Rev. Lamar Rutledge officiating.  Interment will follow in the Oak Grove Baptist Church Cemetery in Acworth, Ga.

The...

Harry Olin Woodall

Harry Olin Woodall

Jul 26, 2026

Harry Olin Woodall, age 81, of Canton, GA, passed away Sunday, July 26, 2026, at Northside Hospital - Gwinnett.

Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 PM on Friday, July 31, 2026, from the Chapel of South Canton Funeral Home. Interment will follow in the Sixes Methodist Church Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Wednesday, July...

John "Wayne" King

John "Wayne" King

Jul 22, 2026

John "Wayne" King, age 80, of Talking Rock, GA, passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at his residence. Wayne was an ordained Minister and attended Chamberlain Road Full Gospel in Lafayette, Ga. He loved singing and watching western movies.

Funeral services are scheduled for 12:00 PM on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, from the Chapel of South Canton Funeral Home with Rev....

Edmund "Ed" Paul Wyrwa

Edmund "Ed" Paul Wyrwa

Jul 20, 2026

Edmund "Ed" Paul Wyrwa, age 78, of Canton, GA, passed away Monday, July 20, 2026, at Northside Hospital Cherokee.

Graveside Services are scheduled for 9:30 AM on Thursday, August 6, 2026, from the Georgia National Cemetery with honors performed by the United States Army. Burial of cremains will follow at Georgia National Cemetery

There will be no public visitation before the Graveside...

Debra A. Crosby

Debra A. Crosby

Jul 20, 2026

Debra A. Crosby, age 73, of Canton, GA passed away Monday, July 20, 2026 at Cameron Hall. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Debra also worked as a dental hygienist for 46 years.

Funeral Services are scheduled for 12:00 PM, on Friday, July 24, 2026, from the Chapel of South Canton Funeral Home with Pastor Ken May officiating. Interment...

Bobby Thomas White

Bobby Thomas White

Jul 18, 2026

Bobby Thomas White, age 94, of Canton, GA, passed away at Northside Hospital Cherokee in Canton, GA.

Graveside services are scheduled for 10:00 AM on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at the Georgia National Cemetery. Internment of cremains will follow at the Georgia National Cemetery with honors given by the United States Air Force.

There will be no public visitation before the Graveside...

James "Jimmy" Black

James "Jimmy" Black

Jul 17, 2026

James Black, 71 of Woodstock, GA passed away peacefully, with his wife Dana and Sister In Law, Tara Weddle by his side. Jim….Jimmy….Jimbo to many folks, was a very kind, loving man with a heart of gold. He would give you the shirt off his back!! However, it is doubtful that he would give you one of his lottery tickets...

Marcus Garrett

Marcus Garrett

Jul 14, 2026

Marcus Lee Garrett, age 80, of Canton, GA, passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at Northside Hospital Cherokee. Marcus was a Deacon at Cross Plains Baptist Church for 23 years.

Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 PM on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at the Cross Plains Baptist Church, 6500 McGinnis Ferry Rd. Alpharetta, GA. 30005, with Pastor Tyler Goode, Rev. Alan...

Harry Brannen

Harry Brannen

Jul 2, 2026

Harry Deen Brannen - Age 67 (DOB 12/5/1958)

Preceded in death by Nelle and Thomas Brannen (Mother & Father). He was born in Warner Robins, GA, and died in Cleveland, TN. He is survived by his brother, Tom Brannen; his children, Harry Brannen, Natalie Fowler, Jenna Brannen, and their mother, Lisa Brannen; his grandchildren, Aubrey and Alvin Fowler; and his dog...

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