Obituaries
Barbara Jean Willoughby
Nov 16, 2025
Barbara Jean Willoughby, age 83, passed away on November 16, 2025. Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM at West Cobb Funeral Home and Crematory Chapel in Marietta, Georgia.
Family will receive friends Saturday, January 10, 2026 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at West Cobb Funeral Home and Crematory in Marietta, Georgia.
In lieu of...
Carolyn Jeane Richards
Nov 14, 2025
Carolyn Jeane Richards, a beloved soul who graced this world with her kindness and compassion, departed from us on November 14, 2025, at the age of 89 in Acworth, Georgia. Born on November 22, 1935, in Indianapolis, Indiana, Carolyn endeared herself to all who had the privilege of knowing her. As a devoted member of the First Baptist Church of...
Carole D. Privette
Nov 14, 2025
Carole D. Privette, age 77, of Douglas County GA, gently departed this life on November 14, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones at Kimberly Personal Care Home in Dallas, GA. Born on April 10, 1948, in the charming town of Cordele, GA, Carole carried the essence of her roots-often proudly proclaiming Cordele as the watermelon capital of the world.
Carole's vibrant...
Anthony Joseph Manning, III
Nov 12, 2025
With deep sadness, we share the passing of Anthony (Tony) Manning, who left us on the evening of November 12, 2025. Born and raised in the Bronx, New York, he later made Georgia his home. Though he embraced the South, he was always a New Yorker at heart. Tony was a man whose presence brought warmth and comfort to others....
Terry Theo Renfroe
Nov 9, 2025
Terry Renfroe, 76, passed away on November 9, 2025 of complications of Parkinsons and Emphysema.
Terry was born in Atlanta, moved to Mableton, and graduated from South Cobb High School. He and Kay met in summer school class. Neither of them ever learned to like math. After returning from Vietnam and starting a family, he stayed close by and worked at...
Judy Shumpert
Nov 8, 2025
Judy Ann Shumpert, 71, of Dallas, Georgia, passed peacefully into the arms of her Lord and Savior on November 8, 2025.
Judy was born on September 5, 1954, to Herbert (Granddaddy) and Jackie (Nanny) Stubblefield, who preceded her in death.
She was a 1973 graduate of R L Osborne High School.
On May 8, 1976, she married the love of her life, Rick...
Leonel Heriberto Silva
Nov 8, 2025
Leonel Heriberto Silva, 66, of Smyrna Georgia, passed away peacefully in his home on November 8th 2025 surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in Guatemala City on February 18th, 1959 where he lived during his early childhood years. He moved to the United States on November 25, 1978 where he lived initially in New Jersey and Pennsylvania before moving...
Carol Perry
Nov 7, 2025
Carol Frances Perry died November 7, 2025, of complications of lung cancer. Carol is survived by her husband, Byron, of Durham, NC; her son Armand of Cary, NC; daughter Dawn of Seattle, WA; and grandsons Carsten and Finn. A graveside service will be held November 16, 2 p.m., at Poplar Springs Baptist Church Cemetery in Hiram, GA.
Carol was born April...
Rogelio Robayna
Nov 5, 2025
Rogelio Robayna, 96, of Atlanta, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on November 5, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on January 4, 1929, in Havana, Cuba, Rogelio's life was one of resilience, faith, and a deep, abiding love for his family. He was a dedicated Optometrist, a profession he served with care and diligence well into his 80s.
A devout Catholic and...
Christopher Salvator Sapienza
Nov 2, 2025
Christopher Sapienza entered heaven on November 2, 2025. He was a Beloved Son, Husband, Father, Brother and friend to so many. He was born on Long Island New York to Nancy and Salvator Sapienza on June 19, 1951. He has two brothers, Joseph and John, and two sisters, Nancy and Maria. He married the love of his life Emily on...
Childs Edwin Dunbar, Jr.
Nov 1, 2025
Childs E Dunbar Jr, beloved husband, dad, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, joined Jesus and many loved ones in Heaven on November 1, 2025 at the age of 97. He peacefully passed away at his daughter's home in Powder Springs, Georgia. Childs was born in New Orleans, LA to the late Childs E Dunbar Sr and Mamie Arthur Dunbar on March...
Steven Verneil Allen
Nov 1, 2025
Steven Verneil Allen, age 65, passed away on November 1, 2025. Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 11:00 AM at West Cobb Funeral Home and Crematory Chapel in Marietta, Georgia with Rev. Farren Roper officiating. Burial will follow at Georgia Memorial Park in Marietta, Georgia. He was preceded in death by his father Raymond Verneil...
Shirley Joyce Coker
Nov 1, 2025
Shirley Hillhouse Coker was born in Acworth, Georgia, on May 23, 1935, to Glenn William Hillhouse and Myrtle Zoella Haygood Hillhouse. Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at 11:00 AM at West Cobb Funeral Home and Crematory Chapel in Marietta, Georgia. Burial will follow at Powder Springs Christian Fellowship Cemetery in Powder Springs, Georgia.
She was preceded...
Mary Frances Gibson
Oct 30, 2025
Mary Gibson, age 88, passed away on October 30, 2025. Mrs. Gibson was a member of Seven Springs Church in Lithia Springs, Georgia. She was a dedicated homemaker and a paraprofessional kindergarten, middle and high school teacher in the Cobb County School System for over 23 years. She and lead teacher Betty Smith initiated one of the first Head Start...
Clement Irungu
Oct 28, 2025
Mr. Clement Macharia Irungu, age 53, of Powder Springs, GA passed away Tuesday, October 28, 2025. A native of Kenya, Mr. Irungu lived in Powder Springs for the past 27 years. He worked as a manager with RaceTrac Gas Station, and was a member of St. John Vianney Catholic Church.
He is survived by his life partner, Jane Githaiga; 3 children,...
Natalie Joy Hunt
Oct 28, 2025
Natalie Joy Hunt, born April 21, 2004, is "Star" to close friends, and what a star she was. Light and ambition rippled in her so brightly, it could be seen from miles away.
By the time we see stars here on earth, they have already been collapsing in on themselves for years. By the time we see a star burn brightest,...
Jimmy Elzey
Oct 27, 2025
Bro. Jimmy Garland Elzey, age 77, of Dallas, GA passed away Monday, October 27, 2025. Funeral Services will be at 2pm on Thursday, October 30, 2025 in the chapel of West Cobb Funeral Home and Crematory in Marietta with Rev. Jimmy Dunn, Rev. Harold Weatherford, and Rev. Eddie Thackston officiating. Interment will follow at Kennesaw Memorial Park Cemetery. The family...
James William Kelly, Jr.
Oct 26, 2025
James (Jimmy) William Kelly, Jr., 82, of Marietta, GA, went to be with his Lord and Savior on October 26, 2025. Born in Marianna, FL, on May 29, 1943, he was the son of James and Alice Kelly. Jimmy graduated from Marianna High School in 1961 and furthered his education at Chipola Junior College before attending the University of Florida,...

