Heritage High School Georgia Alumni Obituaries

Elizabeth Jane Betty Gilmore Creech peacefully passed away on Saturday January 10 2026 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was 95. Betty was born on August 14 1930 in Bainbridge Georgia to Anna and Tom Gilmore. She was the third of their four daughters and was known during her formative...

Taylor Rev. Bobby E. Taylor age 91 entered his heavenly home on Friday December 5 2025. He was born on August 25 1934 in Dublin Georgia to the late William O. and Nellie Mae Register Taylor. Bobby was a 1953 Graduate of Rentz High School in Rentz Georgia. He married his beautiful bride Dorothy on M...

Byron McPherson Dillard, age 92, entered the presence of his Savior on December 23, 2025 at Heritage Green Assisted Living in Lynchburg, Virginia, where he had resided for the past two years and was lovingly cared for by a devoted team of caregivers.Byron was born on August 16, 1933, in Thomasville,...

Florine G. Yates Shelton 80 of Blackstone Virginia entered eternal rest on Thursday December 18 2025 when God dispatched His angels to retrieve her from her earthly home to come to her eternal home in heaven on high. Florine was born on October 24 1945. She was the daughter of the late James Edward ...

Lawrence “Larry” Pope, 88, was born on May 12, 1937, in Washington, DC, to Otis A. and Ruby (Trail) Pope and passed away peacefully on December 30, 2025, in Tyler, Texas. In keeping with Larry’s wishes, no services will be held. Arrangements entrusted to Autry Funeral Home in Frankston.Larry and h...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James Reuben Richardson, who departed this life peacefully on November 22, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on June 12, 1948, in Atlanta, Georgia, James was a devoted brother and a proud American, having served his country honorably in the United S...

Carole Cooper Walker, 80, of Temple, Georgia, passed away peacefully on November 29th in Gladewater, Texas, surrounded by the love of her family.Born on April 24, 1945 in Temple, Georgia to Lois Hudgins Cooper and Theodore Roosevelt Cooper, Carole grew up in Temple and graduated from Temple High Sch...

Today, we honor and celebrate the remarkable life of Mr. Brian Williams.Born on March 19, 1979, in Villa Rica, Georgia, to Mrs. Calamity (Henderson) Williams and Mr. Eugene Williams, Brian graced this world with his brilliance, kindness, and unwavering determination. On December 30, 2025, he peacefu...

Mabel “Estelle” Peacock will be fondly remembered following her peaceful passing on January 2, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on April 15, 1939, in Atlanta, Georgia, Estelle was the middle daughter of the late Benjamin Bugg Peacock and Edna Earle Bolt Peacock.Estelle graduated from Henry Grady High Sc...

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Darry Adrian Payton, a beloved father, grandfather, and long-time resident of Roopville, Georgia, who departed this life on November 26, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on December 11, 1950, in Bowdon, Georgia, Darry was a man of steadfast dedication to bot...

John Robert Wiggins, 85, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 in LaGrange, GA.He was born November 3, 1940 in Newport News, VA to Elizabeth “Lib” and John L Wiggins. He graduated from Cary High School in Cary, NC in 1958. He then went to college at NC St...

Hellen Jeanette Jackson Jackson, age 94, of Carrollton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 28, 2025. She was born on March 26, 1931, in Chambers County, Alabama, the daughter of the late Erby Jackson and Katie Sue Duffee Jackson.Hellen graduated from Hartsville High School. She then...

With heavy hearts, we share that Juli Little Sharpe left this world on December 8, 2025, at the age of 59. Born on May 7, 1966, in East Point, Georgia, Juli grew into a woman whose brilliance, kindness, and creativity left an imprint on everyone fortunate enough to know her. She was a devoted daught...

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Harry Bradley, a beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, who departed this life on November 24, 2025, at the age of 85. Born on November 27, 1939, Harry spent his formative years and most of his life in Carrollton, Georgia, wher...

Johnny Mac Turner, age 63, of Bowdon, Georgia, passed away on January 3, 2026. Born on January 9, 1962, Johnny lived a life defined by hard work, loyalty to family, and a deep appreciation for simple, meaningful moments.Johnny was raised in a close-knit family and was preceded in death by his parent...

Rev. Milford Ballenger, a beloved minister and cherished member of the West Georgia community, passed away on November 28, 2025, at the age of 92. Born on December 14, 1932, in Bowdon, Georgia, Milford dedicated his life to serving others and sharing the Gospel.Milford graduated from Bowdon High Sch...

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Ronnie David Martin, who departed this life on November 25, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on June 9, 1948, in Trion, Georgia, Ronnie embraced life with a spirit of dedication and service that touched the hearts of all who knew him.After graduati...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Patryck Levaughn Smith, who left us unexpectedly on November 2, 2025, at the age of 37. Born on May 10, 1988, in Atlanta, Georgia, Patryck was a beloved son, brother, and friend whose infectious spirit touched the lives of many.Patryck was rais...

Jane Juone Holloway Yates, age 86, of Bowdon, passed away on December 24, 2025. She was born on October 6, 1939, in Falkville, Alabama, to the late Ernest and Dorothy Shoemake Holloway.Juone graduated from Roopville High School in 1957 and built a life defined by hard work and devotion to her family...

With full hearts, we announce that Bette Jean Phillips Barnes, age 94, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 26, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Blanche and Guy Phillips, born on July 23, 1931.Bette grew up in Carrollton and graduated from Carrollton High School, a member of the class of...

With full hearts and deep love, we share the passing of Garon Hatcher Shoemake, age 82, on November 22, 2025. Born on Christmas Day, December 25, 1942, in Carrollton, Georgia, Garon was a gift to all who knew him. A steady, hardworking man with a gentle spirit, a quick smile, and a lifelong love for...

With heavy hearts, we share that Kathy Ann Medlock Shugart left this world on December 17, 2025, at the age of 72. Born on April 27, 1953, in Carrollton, Georgia, Kathy grew into a woman whose kindness and generosity left an imprint on everyone fortunate enough to know her.Kathy was a woman whose li...

Diane Krepelka Tyree lived her life with quiet strength, steady grace, and an unwavering devotion to the people she loved most. She passed away peacefully on December 15, 2025, at the age of 78, leaving behind a legacy of love, leadership, and selflessness that will continue to shape her family for ...

It is with broken hearts that we share the passing of Wesley Brian Wilson, who left us unexpectedly on November 30, 2025, at just 19 years old. Born on November 7, 2006, Wesley was the beloved son of Brandon and Melissa Wilson, and from the very beginning, he brought joy, noise, and a whole lot of l...

Mrs. Evalyn Hughes Parrish, age 85, of Carrollton, GA, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born on April 11, 1940, in Nolensville, TN, and was raised on a dairy farm with her loving parents and two sisters, who were her best friends.Evalyn attended Franklin...

was born on July 25 1970 in Quincy Florida. He was born to the late Willie Vera Rouse and Walter Hunter Jr. Vincent was called home to be with the Lord on November 11 2025. He was baptized at an early age at New Hope Missionary Baptist Church in Gretna Florida. He was a graduate of the 1989 Class of...

The heart is seen as a universal symbol of love life devotion resiliency and courage. It is no wonder that Victor since birth has been known to have a heart like no other. Victor was a dedicated husband father son brother friend and mentorso much so that he left an imprint on each of the hearts he t...

Diane always fought for what she believed in and she fought hard to be with her family until the end.She passed away on Friday January 9th at age 91 surrounded by those that loved her. Diane was born in Canton Ohio and remained a lifelong resident. She married the love of her life Peter on September...

John Milton Davis 78 a resident of Kennesaw GA peacefully entered the embrace of his Heavenly Fathers arms on March 23 2024. Born on May 16 1945 in Alpharetta Georgia John was the cherished child of William and Ruth Davis. John came into this world with the wisdom of an old soul. Following his gradu...

passed away peacefully at her home in Benton on January 6 2025 surrounded by the love of her family and the life she so fully lived. Alice was born on May 19 1954 in Athens Georgia to Charles Merlyn and Anita Durand Buess. With both parents serving as college professors Alices childhood was filled w...