Obituaries

Richard Alan Eller

Mar 11, 2025

Richard Alan Eller, 89, passed away on March 11, 2025, in Marietta, GA. A Celebration of Life will be held Thursday, March 20, 2025 from 2:00 pm until 4:00 pm at West Cobb Funeral Home and Crematory in Marietta, Georgia. He is preceded in death by his wife Earlene Eller.

Richard was a native of Ellijay, Georgia living most of his...

Andrew Stephen Lawson

Mar 10, 2025

Andrew Stephen Lawson was born March 27th , 1976, Emory University Hospital ; died March 10th , 2025, in McDonough Georgia. He is survived by both his parents Becky and Steve Lawson, his sister Melissa Anne Lawson and a niece Alaina Lawson all of Powder Springs GA. Andrew graduated Paulding County High School in 1997 and completed his Microsoft System...

Catherine Elizabeth Rowan

Mar 10, 2025

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Catherine Elizabeth Rowan passed away during the night on March 10, 2025, at the age of 19. She was a beloved daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece, friend, and cousin. She leaves behind a legacy of joy, spunk, strength, bravery, and compassion. God did...

Danny Heffernan

Mar 8, 2025

In Loving Memory of Christopher "Danny" Daniel Heffernan Jr.

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Christopher "Danny" Daniel Heffernan Jr., a beloved husband, devoted father, caring son, and cherished friend. On March 7, 2025, Jesus welcomed Danny home, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and generosity that will never be forgotten.

Born on June 6, 1961, in Galveston, Texas,...

Ramon Ruiz

Mar 8, 2025

With heavy hearts, we come together to mourn the passing of Ramon Ruiz, who left this world far too soon on March 8, 2025, at the age of 29. Funeral service will be held 11:00 am Monday, March 17, 2025 at West Cobb Funeral Home and Crematory in Marietta, Georgia with entombment at Cheatham Hill Memorial Park in Marietta, Georgia....

Marshal "Wally" Harrelson

Mar 7, 2025

Marshal Harrel-- wait, wait. No one called him Marshal.

Wally Harrelson passed away on March 7, 2025, at the age of 81. He is survived by his son, Justin, grandsons, JD and Joseph, granddaughter, Ellie, and many nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends. Wally is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Brenda Faye Harrelson, mother, Isa Lee Harrelson, his brothers,...

Xavier Briscoe

Mar 6, 2025

On March 6, 2025, while making his way to work, Xavier Reese Briscoe, 34, of Austell, GA life's journey tragically ended in an automobile accident. Xavier Reese was born on November 7,1990, in Boston, MA, to Vera R. Briscoe & Richard A. Perkins, Jr.

Xavier, affectionately known as Reese, journey began in Boston until he moved to his mother's hometown of...

Robert Kenneth Hudlow

Mar 5, 2025

Mr. Robert Kenneth Hudlow, age 72, of Marietta, GA passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. Funeral Services will be held at 2pm on Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at West Cobb Funeral Home and Crematory in Marietta with Dr. Richard Walker officiating. Burial with military honors will be held at Kennesaw Memorial Park.

Born in Atlanta, Mr. Hudlow grew...

Barbara Martin

Mar 4, 2025

Mrs. Barbara Jean Martin, age 84, of Powder Springs, GA passed away on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. A Graveside Service will be held at 3:30 pm on Saturday, March 8, 2025 at Cheatham Hill Memorial Park in Marietta.

Born in Chattanooga, TN, Mrs. Martin had lived in Cobb County for most of her life. She retired after a 40 year career...

Jacqulyn Rutledge Dodson

Mar 3, 2025

Jacqulyn “Jackie” R. Dodson, loving and dedicated wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother passed away at the age of 85 on March 3, 2025 surrounded by family.

From an early age, Jackie was an avid reader and read countless books in her lifetime. She enjoyed the hot summer days when she could work in the vegetable garden, can vegetables, and make...

Richard Jackson

Mar 2, 2025

Mr. Richard Edward Jackson, age 92, of Powder Springs, GA, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 2, 2025. A graveside service with military honors will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, March 14, 2025, at the Georgia National Cemetery in Canton, with Chaplain Mike Cronin officiating.

A native of Inverness, Florida, Mr. Jackson was a proud veteran of the United...

Linda Mills Hale

Feb 27, 2025

Linda Mills Hale, beloved mom and Mimi, went to be with her Savior on February 27, 2025 surrounded by family.

Linda was born December 15, 1940 in Charlotte, North Carolina and raised in Mt. Airy. She was a 1959 graduate of Mt. Airy High School. She later moved to Kentucky and Arkansas before returning to her home state...

Tammy Watkins

Feb 26, 2025

Tammy Watkins passed away on February 26, 2025, surrounded by her husband and children, at her home in Acworth, Georgia. Tammy was born to Elton and Betty Stewart on December 5, 1957, in Hobart Oklahoma. She graduated from Guymon High School in Guymon, Oklahoma in 1976 where she met her loving husband of over 47 years, Mark Watkins. Tammy attended...

Frances H. Albright

Feb 23, 2025

Mrs. Frances Hamby Albright, age 88, passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2025, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s Disease. She was born on March 31, 1936, in Haleyville, Alabama, to Charlie and Clara Hamby. Frances was one of nine children and was the last surviving member of the Hamby family.

Frances married her beloved Alton Albright on August 16, 1956....

George Solomon

Feb 22, 2025

George Anthony Solomon, 65, passed away on February 22, 2025, in Americus, GA. Funeral service will be held 11:00 am Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at West Cobb Funeral Home and Crematory in Marietta, Georgia. He was preceded in death by his brother Johnnie B. Solomon, Jr.

George Anthony Solomon was born in Ellaville, Georgia to the late Johnnie B. Solomon, Sr....

Loyal Johnson

Feb 21, 2025

Loyal Jamal Johnson, a vibrant and adventurous six-year-old, passed away unexpectedly on February 21, 2025. Born on February 11, 2019, Loyal’s time with us was brief, but he filled every moment with tremendous joy, laughter, and love.

Loyal was a bundle of energy, always on the move and never without a smile. He loved playing outside, running through the yard, dressing...

Marion Wilson Cole

Feb 21, 2025

Wilson Cole of Powder Springs went to Heaven on February 21, 2025. Wilson was born on July 13, 1938 to Lee Roy Cole and Inez Cole. He served in the U.S. Air Force and worked with Univac/Sperry Corporation/Unisys for more than 35 years.

Wilson was a talented and knowledgeable musician, and an ardent fan of bluegrass music. He also loved all...

Shirley E. Long

Feb 20, 2025

Shirley E. Long, age 73, of Powder Springs, Georgia, passed away on February 20, 2025. Funeral Service will be held on Monday, February 24, 2025, at 11:00 AM at West Cobb Funeral Home and Crematory Chapel with speaker Lauren Mills and Dr. Bill Ross officiating. Burial will follow at Cheatham Hill Memorial Park at in Marietta, Georgia. She was preceded...

Dianne Fields

Feb 18, 2025

Barbara “Dianne” Fields, 69, of Ellijay, Georgia, transitioned from her temporary earthly home to her forever home in Heaven on February 18, 2025, surrounded by family, following a valiant and courageous battle with ALS. As she took her last breath on earth, she took her first breath in Heaven, and her faith became her sight. 

 Born on August 3, 1955, Dianne...

Alice M. Krantz

Feb 17, 2025

Alice Marie Krantz, a beloved wife mother grandmother great-grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2025, in Marietta, Georgia, surrounded by her devoted sons. Born on October 14, 1938, in Erie, Pennsylvania, Alice was a radiant light in the lives of those who knew her, embodying love and kindness in every interaction.

For over 20 years, Alice dedicated...