Obituaries

Aug 22, 2023

Myrtle Ann Covington, age 81, of Ball Ground, GA passed away Tuesday, August 22, 2023 at Piedmont Mountainside Hospital. Myrtle lived in Cherokee County her entire life. She was a Real Estate Broker and ran Metro Brokers, which was her company for many years. Myrtle was a life time member of the Million Dollar Club. She was a beloved...

Aug 21, 2023

James "Jim" Thomas Bennett, age 88, of Waleska, GA passed away Monday, August 21, 2023 at his residence. Jim was known by all his friends for his spirituality and kind, gentle spirit. He served his country in the United States Army and went on to attend Hunter College and City College of New York. He was an extremely talented...

Aug 19, 2023

Linda Van Vacter, age 77 of Canton, Georgia, passed away August 19th, 2023, at her home surrounded by loved ones.

"Grandma" Linda was kind, caring, full of life and loved nothing more than to spend time with her family. Linda was born in 1946 in Chicago, Illinois to James and Rosemary Clemmer. Linda had one sister named...

Aug 15, 2023

Sharon Bevins, age 54, of Canton, GA passed away Tuesday, August 15, 2023 at her residence. She loved her family, her job, and her cat.

The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Monday, August 21, 2023 at South Canton Funeral Home.

Survivors include:

Son - Andrew Schrock

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Aug 14, 2023

Chris Russell, age 57, of Canton, GA passed away unexpectedly on Monday, August 14, 2023 at his residence.

Mr. Russell's wishses were to be cremated, and no local services have been arranged.

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Survivors include:

Wife - Jackie Corry

Step-Son - Dane Corry

South Canton Funeral Home,...

Aug 12, 2023

Ruth Herndon, age 85, of Canton, GA passed away Saturday, August 12, 2023 at her residence.

Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 PM, on Monday, August 14, 2023, from the Chapel of South Canton Funeral Home with Rev. Bryan Edenfield, Bro. John Bennett and Bro. Jerry Jenkins officiating. Interment will follow at Goshen Baptist Church Cemetery.

Aug 11, 2023

Pauline Jordan Tillery, age 94, of Waleska, GA passed away Friday, August 11, 2023 at Cedarhurst Senior Living of Canton. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother.

Funeral services are scheduled for 3:00 PM, on Sunday, August 13, 2023, from the Chapel of South Canton Funeral Home with Rev. Greg Hamilton officiating. Interment will follow...

Aug 10, 2023

John Oscar Allen, Jr. age 90 passed away Thursday, August 10, 2023.

Mr. Allen was born in Alpharetta, Georgia on November 3,1932, to John Oscar Allen, Sr., and Emma Estelle Mulkey Allen. He lived in Canton and retired from the Fulton County Prison Camp. He later moved to Mitchell, Georgia where he owned a Farm. He was...

Aug 7, 2023

Alfred Otto Dingler, age 94, of Canton, GA passed away Monday, August 7, 2023 at Northside Hospital Cherokee.

Services for Mr. Alfred Otto Dingler will be scheduled at a later date.

Survivors include:

Wife - Ingeborg Dingler

Son - Alfred W. Dingler

Daughter - Karen Bird

South...

Aug 6, 2023

Joshua J. Holliday, age 20, of Canton, GA passed away Sunday, August 6, 2023 at Wellstar Kennestone Hospital. Joshua held a black belt in Choi Kwang Do and he also loved ice and roller hockey. He loved boxing, working out and mixed martial arts.

Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 PM, on Thursday, August 10, 2023, from...

Aug 2, 2023

Mrs. F. Pearl “Butch” Owens of Canton Georgia, passed away on August 02, 2023 after a long life full of love, at the age of 93. It was her time to rest in the arms of the lord and reunite with loved ones.

Butch, was born on June 18, 1930 to Arvil and Myrtie McBee in Fairmount...

Aug 2, 2023

Waymon Goodman, age 81, of Canton, GA passed away Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at Heritage Hospice. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. Waymon was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church. He taught and coached in the Cherokee County School System for 32 years.

Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 PM, on Saturday,...

Aug 2, 2023

Ruby L. Croft, age 90, of Canton, GA passed away Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at Northside Hospital Cherokee. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother who was loved by all who met her. She owned her own successful beauty shop called Hairstyles for Him and Her and loved her gardening and the Great Smoky Mountains.

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Jul 30, 2023

Marshell Staton age 80, of Woodstock, GA passed away Sunday, July 30, 2023 at Wellstar Kennestone Hospital. Marshell was a loving husband, father and Papa.

He was a member of Welcome All Baptist Church in Woodstock, GA.

Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 AM, on Thursday, August 3, 2023, from the Chapel of South Canton...

Jul 24, 2023

Debbie Collins, age 63, of Canton, GA passed away Sunday, July 23, 2023 at her residence.

Graveside services are scheduled for 2:00 PM, on Monday, July 31, 2023, from the Cherokee Memorial Park. Interment will follow at Cherokee Memorial Park.

The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Sunday, July 30, 2023,...

Jul 24, 2023

Lorrie Lynn Vaughn, age 56, of White, GA passed away Monday, July 24, 2023. She was a loving Mother, Grandmother, & Friend who was devoted to all who knew her. Lorrie was a member of Mill Creek Baptist Church.

Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 AM, on Saturday, July 29, 2023, from the Chapel of South Canton...

Jul 20, 2023

Marlene Phillips, age 90, of Canton, GA passed away Thursday, July 20, 2023 at her residence.

Graveside Services are scheduled for 3:00 PM, on Monday, July 24, 2023, from the Georgia National Cemetery with Pastor Ken May officiating.

There will be no visitation prior to the Graveside Service on Monday, July 24, 2023.

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Jul 12, 2023

Dorothy "Mema" Carlton, age 80, of Woodstock, GA passed away Wednesday, July 12, 2023 at Wellstar Kennestone Hospital.

Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 PM, on Saturday, July 15, 2023, from the South Canton Funeral Home. Interment will follow In Our Hearts Forever.

The family will receive friends from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Saturday,...

Jul 8, 2023

Doris Charlotte Waters, age 73, of Metter, GA passed away Saturday, July 8, 2023 at Pleasant View Nursing Center. She was a member of Riverdale Baptist Church.

Funeral Services are scheduled for 11:00 AM, on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, from the Chapel of South Canton Funeral Home with Rev. Lamar Frady, Rev. Jimmy Rampley, Rev. Moss Fountain,...

Jul 6, 2023

In Loving Memory: Glen David Stites

Glen, a loving father, a man of faith, and valiant military member, passed away on July 6th, 2023. His passing leaves a profound void in the lives of his loved ones, but his legacy of faith, love, humor, and dedication will forever be cherished.

Born on January 9th 1946,...