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Sandra Doris Carter (Moore)
May 29, 2025
Sandra Doris Carter, age 87, of Woodstock, GA passed away Thursday, May 29, 2025 at Northside Hospital Cherokee. She was deeply devoted to her children - her babies-and poured her love into them without hesitation. Known for never meeting a stranger, she had a gift for making everyone feel welcome and cherished. Many came to know her simply as...
Dale Eugene Wankel
May 27, 2025
Dale Eugene Wankel, age 82, passed away on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, in Canton, GA.
Dale was the first born of four brothers, born on July 7, 1942, in Beardstown, IL to Floyd and Viola Wankel.
The family moved from Beardstown, IL to Fort Wayne, IN in 1956. From Indiana, they moved to Orlando, FL...
Michael Edward Meyer
May 27, 2025
Michael Edward Meyer, age 63, of Canton, GA passed away Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at his residence. He was a proud business owner of ControlTex Inc. . He was a loving father, son, grandfather, boss, and Papi to everyone. He never met a stranger, and to know him was to love him. Michael had a generous spirit and will...
Patsy H. Bennett (Hunt)
May 27, 2025
Patsy H. Bennett, age 87, of Waleska, GA passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at the Landings of Canton Hills. She graduated from Berry Schools of Rome in 1956 and later worked for the Cherokee County School District as an Administrative Assistant to seven different school superintendents until retiring in 2002. Upon her retirement, she enjoyed gardening;...
Dr. Floyd "Doc" Falany
May 26, 2025
At 89 years old, surrounded by his family and wrapped in love, Dr. Floyd Falany peacefully went home to be with the Lord on Monday, May 26, 2025. Although our hearts are heavy with loss, we find comfort knowing he’s resting now in the arms of the God he faithfully served.
Doc came from humble beginnings and...
Charles Anderson
May 26, 2025
Charles Anderson, age 89, of Canton, GA passed away Monday, May 26, 2025 at Piedmont Mountainside Hospital.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 PM, on Thursday, May 29, 2025, from the Chapel of South Canton Funeral Home with Rev. Mike Ware officiating.
Burial will be held on Monday, June 2, 2025 at 10:30 AM at...
Marlene Frances Hejl (Stefonsky)
May 23, 2025
Marlene Frances Hejl, age 85, of Canton, GA, passed away Friday, May 23, 2025, at her residence.
Marlene and Bernie met at a dance and spent much of the last 63-plus years dancing polkas together. They also had fun bowling, playing cards, and taking walks together.
“Nana” loved her children and grandchildren so very much....
Betsy Eugenia Radford (Ross)
May 22, 2025
Betsy E. Radford, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, veteran, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully in her sleep at home in Cherokee County, Georgia, on May 22, 2025, just a week shy of her 95th birthday.
Born in the quiet town of Nina, Kentucky, to David and Willie Ross, Betsy embodied the grace, strength, and resilience of...
Donald Kattalia
May 17, 2025
Donald Kattalia, age 91, of Stockbridge, GA passed away Saturday, May 17, 2025 at Southwest Christian Care.
Graveside Services are scheduled for 12:30 PM, on Thursday, May 22, 2025, from the Georgia National Cemetery with Pastor Ray Dawson officiating. Family and Friends are arriving at the Funeral Home at 11:00 AM the morning of to go in...
Linda Dianne Covington
May 13, 2025
Linda Dianne Covington, age 75, of Canton, GA passed away Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at Wellstar Kennestone Hospital.
A Memorial Service is scheduled for 5:00 PM, on Sunday, May 18, 2025, from the Chapel of South Canton Funeral Home with Rev. Harold Bottoms officiating.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM,...
Evelyn Poole (Thomas)
May 12, 2025
Evelyn Poole, age 87, of Canton, GA passed away Monday, May 12, 2025 at The Landings of Canton Hills.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 PM, on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, from the Chalcedonia Baptist Church with Pastor Rodney King officiating. Interment will follow at Chalcedonia Baptist Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from...
Eva Lucille Cloud
May 8, 2025
Eva Lucille Cloud, 85, of Canton, Georgia passed away peacefully with family by her side on Thursday, May 8, 2025.
Eva was a devoted and loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who put family above all else. She was a talented musician who played both piano and guitar. She was also a gifted seamstress and made most of...
Lawrence "Papa Chuck" Mckay
May 8, 2025
Lawrence "Chuck" McKay, 94, of Powder Springs, Georgia, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2025, due to heart failure. A steadfast son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, & great, great grandfather, Chuck was born on July 22, 1930, in Niagara Falls, NY, to Arthur and Yvonne McKay. He was preceded in death by his loving wife Frances of...
Mary Ann Jaszynski (Cantrell)
May 6, 2025
Mary Ann Cantrell Jaszynski, 83, of Canton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.
Visitation will be held on Friday, May 9, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the funeral home. A graveside service will follow at 1:00 p.m. at Refuge Baptist Church in Jasper, Georgia, with Pastor Darrell Rice...
Shirley Ann Crowe (Smallwood)
May 6, 2025
Shirley Ann Crowe, age 82, of Cartersville, GA passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at her residence.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 PM, on Saturday, May 10, 2025, from the Chapel of South Canton Funeral Home with Rev. Billy Edmondson, and Rev. Wesley Morris officiating. Interment will follow at Midway Presbyterian Church Cemetery.
The...
Benny Lee Henderson
May 4, 2025
Benny Lee Henderson, age 88, was born in Atlanta, Georgia on September 15, 1936, to Albert Lee Henderson and Gertie Burgess Henderson, both native of the Hopewell Community in North Fulton County. Ben was educated in the Atlanta Public Schools and graduated from North Fulton High School in 1953. He attended Young Harris College and was an Army veteran,...
Lonnie Ervin Cantrell
May 1, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Lonnie Cantrell, a cherished father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, who departed this life peacefully on May 1, 2025, at the age of 91.
Born in Canton, Georgia, Lonnie lived a life marked by quiet strength, enduring love, and unwavering devotion to family and friends. He proudly...
Kevin Michael Fisher
Apr 30, 2025
Kevin Michael Fisher, age 33, of Canton, GA passed away Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at his residence.
A Memorial Service is scheduled for 4:00 PM, on Thursday, May 15, 2025, from the Chapel of South Canton Funeral Home with Pastor Steve Pettit officiating.
The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM, Thursday,...
Ricky Lamar Jenkins
Apr 24, 2025
Ricky Lamar Jenkins was born June 9th, 1952. Ricky was a loving and caring man who loved his family and would do what he could for those he loved. Ricky loved the Lord and wanted what was best for his family. He was a hard working man and provider. He will truly be missed and forever loved.
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Michael D Ray
Apr 24, 2025
Michael D. Ray, age 59, of Canton, GA, passed away Thursday, April 24, 2025, at Northside Hospital Cherokee.
Memorial Services are scheduled for 1:00 PM on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, from the Chapel of South Canton Funeral Home with Pastor Ken May officiating.
The family will receive friends from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, Wednesday,...
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