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Lander Greig Chesser

Lander Greig Chesser

Jun 7, 2026

Lander "Lanny" Greig Chesser, age 79 of Bremen, passed away suddenly on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at a local hospital. Born in Palatka, Florida, on May 17, 1947, he was the son of the late Dewrel Lander Chesser and the late Mary Kathryn Green McCarthy. In addition to his parents, Lanny was preceded in death by his sister, Kathryn Ann...

Richard Edward Roberts

Richard Edward Roberts

May 27, 2026

Richard Edward Roberts, age 56 of Bremen, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. He was born on September 27, 1969, to the late George Edward Roberts and the late Shirley May Rayburn Roberts. 

Survivors include his children and their spouses, Cain and Elizabeth Nelson of Gay, GA, Jake Roberts of Rome, GA, and Kenzie and Devin Surratt of Rome, GA....

Robert Tinsley Weaver

Robert Tinsley Weaver

May 24, 2026

Robert Tinsley Weaver, a dedicated attorney known for his nearly five-decade career specializing in real estate law, passed away in an Atlanta hospital on May 24, 2026. Born on December 1, 1944, in Buchanan, Georgia, he was the son of the late Roy Weaver and the late Elsie Tinsley Weaver. In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death...

James Edward Stephenson

James Edward Stephenson

May 23, 2026

James Edward Stephenson, age 86 of Bremen, passed away Saturday, May 23, 2026. Born in Indianapolis, Indiana, he was the son of the late Esther Anderson. In addition to his mother, Jim is preceded in death by his wife Mary Hand Stephenson; a daughter, Deborah Stephenson; a son, Larry Stephenson; a sister Norma Cadwalder; and a grandson, Matthew.

Jim grew up...

Dorothy Wynell Haynes

Dorothy Wynell Haynes

May 22, 2026

Dorothy Wynell Haynes, age 100 of Bremen, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born on August 16, 1925, in the Buncombe Community, Dorothy's life was marked by unwavering commitment not only to her profession but to her loved ones, serving as the strong and steady glue that held her family together.  She was the...

John Chandler Anderson

John Chandler Anderson

May 20, 2026

John Chandler Anderson, age 63 of Buchanan, passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2026.  Born in Atlanta, Georgia, on January 21, 1963, he was the son of the late R.F. Anderson and the late Norma Jeanne Benedict Anderson.

Graveside services for John Anderson will be held Friday, May 22, 2026, at 5:00 PM at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Bremen.

Hutcheson's Memorial Chapel...

Mary Colleen Ray

Mary Colleen Ray

May 18, 2026

Mary Colleen King Ray, age 75 of Douglasville, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2026. Born on April 6, 1951, in Columbus, Georgia, she was the daughter of the late Joe Neil King and the late Gloria Dickens King. In addition to her parents, Mary is preceded in death by her siblings, Jo Anne and Michael.

Mary's professional journey was highlighted...

Robby Chad Loudermilk

Robby Chad Loudermilk

May 16, 2026

Robby Chad Loudermilk, a devoted diesel mechanic and a beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away on May 16, 2026, at the age of 41. Born on May 2, 1985, in Villa Rica, Georgia, he was the son of Tonya Farmer Barfield and Robert Jeffery Loudermilk. Robby was preceded in death by his precious daughter, Mishell Lynn Loudermilk and his...

Eleanor R.  Jones

Eleanor R. Jones

May 13, 2026

Eleanor Marie "Mootsie" Roberts Jones age 87 of Bremen, passed away peacefully in her home on May 13, 2026, leaving behind a legacy marked by love, devotion, and a deep appreciation for the written word. She was born on September 12, 1938, in Savannah, Georgia, to the late Jack Roberts and Helen Gillisslee Daniels. In addition to her parents, Eleanor...

Bunyan Mack Brown

Bunyan Mack Brown

May 9, 2026

Bunyan Mack Brown, age 73 of Bremen, passed away on May 9, 2026. Born on October 27, 1952, in Carrollton, he was the son of Christine Wright and the late Johnny Mack Brown. In addition to his father, Mack was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Debra Ann Folsom Brown.

An avid outdoorsman, Mack found joy in the tranquil pursuits...

Jackie Steve Chandler

Jackie Steve Chandler

May 5, 2026

Jackie Steve Chandler, age 70 of Buchanan, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. Born in Carrollton on February 8, 1956, he was the son of the late Wilburn Jack Chandler and the late Elsie Louellen Jiles Davis.

An avid outdoorsman, Steve found great joy and solace in being out in nature. He was known for his dedication to working...

David Michael Cook

David Michael Cook

May 4, 2026

David Michael Cook, born on October 24, 1951, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on May 4, 2026. A man whose life was rich in both achievement and beloved personal moments, David’s legacy will be deeply cherished by all who knew him. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lee B. and Mary Norwood Cook, and his sisters,...

Shirley Wilson Farmer

Shirley Wilson Farmer

May 4, 2026

Shirley Eugene Wilson Farmer, age 76 of Buchanan, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 4, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Anniston, Alabama, on October 6, 1949, she was the daughter of the late James Eugene Wilson and the late Beatrice Price Wilson. In addition to her parents, Shirley was preceded in death by her son Larry DeWayne...

Dianna Bridget Williamson

Dianna Bridget Williamson

Apr 29, 2026

Dianna Bridget Williamson, age 68 of Villa Rica, passed away peacefully Wednesday, April 29, 2026.  Born in Dover, Delaware, she was the daughter of the late Troy Frank Williamson and the late Nancy Carolyn Williamson.  In addition to her parents, Dianna was preceded in death by her sister, Donna Faith Evans, and her brother, Troy Frank Williamson, Jr.

Dianna spent many...

Jacqueline H. Atkinson

Jacqueline H. Atkinson

Apr 25, 2026

Jacqueline H. Mitchell Atkinson, age 80, a beloved figure of Temple, Georgia, sadly left our world on Saturday, April 25, 2026, after living a life richly lived in service and kindness.  She was known for teaching Sunday School, the bus ministry, a youth director, her object lessons, and kids missions.  Jackie was a beacon of light in our community, touching...

Jillian Rhiana Summerville

Jillian Rhiana Summerville

Apr 24, 2026

Jillian Rhiana Summerville, age 24 of Bremen, passed away on April 24, 2026. Born on July 16, 2001, in Carrollton, she was the daughter of Christopher Summerville and the late Erica Gunn Robinson.  In addition to her mother, Jillian is preceded in death by a sister, Kassidy Louise Gunn and her grandmother, Darlene Hudson.

Jillian always loved the unlovable, whether it...

Wanda Holt

Wanda Holt

Apr 24, 2026

Wanda North Holt, of Carrollton, Georgia, passed away on April 24, 2026. She was born on January 27, 1955, and lived a life marked by love, creativity, dedication, and meaningful connections with those around her. Wanda was the daughter of the late Ralph Edwin North and Joann Edwards North.

She leaves behind to cherish her memory, the love of her life,...

Charlotte Ann Duncan

Charlotte Ann Duncan

Apr 21, 2026

Charlotte Ann Bollen Duncan, age 83 of Villa Rica, passed away Tuesday, April 21, 2026.  Born in Rome, Georgia, on November 27, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Willard Lee Bollen and the late Pearl Evelyn Akins Bollen.  In addition to her parents, Charlotte is preceded in death by her husband, Robert James Duncan; her son, Dallas Keith...

Carol Jean Hudgens

Carol Jean Hudgens

Apr 19, 2026

Carol Jean Hudgens, age 83 of Bremen, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2026. Born in Tampa, Florida, on July 13, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Harry Thomas and the late Mattie Jo Stephens. In addition to her parents, Jean is preceded in death by her sons, Travis Mashburn, Sr. and Kenneth Mashburn.

Jean loved spending time outdoors,...

Aerial Sue Goolsby

Aerial Sue Goolsby

Apr 18, 2026

Aerial Sue Collins Goolsby, age 26 of Carrollton, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2026.  In her 26 years, Aerial filled the lives of those around her with love, kindness, and an unwavering devotion to her family.

A proud graduate of Mt. Zion High School, Aerial was a member of the Marching Eagles Band and a bright spirit that shone most...

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