Mr. Julian Richard Piper, age 86, of Marietta passed away Monday, July 9, 2012. Private services will be held at a later date.
 
 A native of the Atlanta area, Mr. Piper lived in Marietta for the past 50 years. He was a veteran of the United States Navy, having served during WWII. He worked for Caterpillar Tractor Company, retired after 35 years of employment, and was of the Baptist faith.
 
 Survivors:
 
 2 Daughters: Shirley P. Bailey and husband Marshall, Kennesaw, GA
 
 Donna M. Wade, Dallas, GA
 
 Brother: Sammy Piper, McDonough, GA
 
 Sister: Mary Allums, Covington, GA
 
 4 Grandchildren: Chad Bailey, Kayla Earls, Matthew Bailey and Kennedy Bailey
 
 Great Grandson: Wesley Cohen Earls
 
 Many Nieces and Nephews
 
 In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association.