Calvin Cody
Aug 19, 2026
Calvin Cody, Conyers resident, passed away August 19, 2026, at the age of 74. Born March 24, 1952, to the late Clinton Boyd Cody and Mary Lou Payne Cody, he was a lifelong Georgia boy. Calvin graduated from Lithonia High School in 1970 where he was an outstanding athlete.
He was an avid fisherman and hunter and loved football. His trade...
James Watson Holston
Aug 18, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jimmy "Holstein" Holston, age 86, of Conyers, GA. Jimmy was born in High Point, NC, in 1939 to Spencer Holston and Nettie Mae Cranford Holston. He is survived by his beloved wife of 66 years, Jenny Holston; his daughters, Teresa Holston, Dana Holston, and Cindy Christian (Norman Chandler) all...
Lamar Biffle
Aug 14, 2026
Homer Lamar Biffle, age 77, of Stockbridge, passed away August 14, 2026. He was born in Decatur on June 23, 1949, to the late Homer and Betty Biffle, who instilled in their family a strong foundation in the Baptist faith. Lamar attended Redan Elementary School and graduated from Lithonia High School in 1969, where he lettered in gymnastics during his...
Douglas "Cookie" Tweedell
Jul 29, 2026
Douglas M. Tweedell, known fondly as "Cookie," passed away on July 29, 2026, at the age of 84. Born on April 7, 1942, he lived a life marked by devotion to family, honest work, and a vibrant musical spirit.
Cookie was a longtime resident of Conyers and worked as a residential painter. While he took pride in his work, it was...
Betty J. Jones
Jul 28, 2026
Betty J. Jones, longtime Lithonia resident, passed away on July 28, 2026, at the age of 90. She was born on August 31, 1935, to the late Tom R. and Tommie McSwain Tinsley, and her near-century of life was filled with love for her family and community.
As the owner and operator of Cherie’s Dress Shop in Lithonia, later known as...
Keith Morris Keller
Jul 27, 2026
Keith Morris Keller, of Lithonia, Georgia, passed away on July 27, 2026. He was born on September 9, 1958, the only child of Fred Morris Keller and Frances Mulkey Keller. Throughout his 67 years, Keith left a lasting impression on all who knew him.
His personal journey was marked by his resilience as he navigated lifelong cerebral palsy and a hearing...
Michele Holbrook Haynes
Jul 13, 2026
Michele Holbrook Haynes, age 67, of Conyers, passed away July 13, 2026. She was born on October 5, 1958, to the late David Holbrook and Brenda Robinson Holbrook.
Michele was known for her kind heart, friendly spirit, and the many meaningful friendships she made throughout her life. She genuinely enjoyed spending time with her friends, and the memories they shared together...
Sherry Thompson Barron
Jun 29, 2026
Sherry Thompson Barron, McDonough resident, passed away June 29, 2026, at the age of 74. She will be remembered as a loving sister and aunt.
For over thirty years, Sherry dedicated her professional life to Georgia Power, where she served as an executive secretary. Her work ethic resulted in numerous awards for performance excellence, and her commitment to her colleagues left...
Ann Thomason
Jun 23, 2026
Martha "Ann" Thomason, a lifelong resident of Conyers, Georgia, died June 23, 2026, at the age of 72. Born in Fulton County, Georgia, on September 7, 1953, Martha, affectionately known as Ann, lived a life that was a testament to her kind-hearted and loving nature.
Ann dedicated her professional life to the DeKalb County School System, where she worked diligently for...
Bud Eldridge Atkinson
Jun 13, 2026
Bud Eldridge Atkinson, longtime resident of Conyers, Georgia, passed away on June 13, 2026, with his family by his side, at the age of 86. A Stone Mountain native, Bud was born on November 19, 1939, to the late William B. Atkinson and Marjorie Juhan. He graduated from Stone Mountain High School in 1957.
For over five decades, Bud was the...
Jessie Hendley Mathis
Jun 12, 2026
Mr. Jessie Hendley Mathis, longtime Newton County resident, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2026, at the age of 87.
He was born in Jefferson, Georgia, on May 3, 1939, into the large family of John Mathis and Calvanie Collins Mathis. His strong work ethic was reflected in a career that included work as a welder for Speed Check Conveyor Company...
David Cheyenne Ergle
May 19, 2026
David Cheyenne Ergle, resident of Loganville, met the Savior he dearly loved on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at the age of 58. He was born on January 3, 1968, to the late David Leon and Betty Virginia Hyde Ergle, the first of their two sons.
He faithfully served as the preacher of East Lithonia Baptist Church, where he dedicated his life...
Jennie Jones
May 16, 2026
Jennie Jones, age 82, of Mansfield, passed away May 16, 2026. Born Jennie Rebecca New on July 6, 1943, she was both the firstborn and the last surviving of Charlie and Alla Mae New’s five children. She will be remembered for her good-hearted nature, strong will, and hardworking spirit.
Jennie was a Christian and found comfort in the music of her...
Wilma Rollins Thompson
May 14, 2026
Mrs. Wilma Thompson, of Social Circle, Georgia, formerly of Lithonia, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2026, at the age of 85. She was born in Greenville, South Carolina, on August 6, 1940, to Welton and Annie Lou Rollins, the younger of their two daughters. Wilma graduated from University of Tennessee with a bachelor's degree in education and later continued...
Leola Farmer Wilkins
May 12, 2026
Leola Farmer Wilkins passed away peacefully at her home in Social Circle, Georgia, on May 12, 2026, at the age of 96. She was born on December 1, 1929, to the late Stafford (ST) and Edna Farmer of the Pea Ridge Community.
A woman of strong faith, Leola was a longtime and faithful member of St. John Baptist Church in Decatur....
Betty Edwards Grizzle
Apr 25, 2026
Elizabeth "Betty" Edwards Grizzle, passed away peacefully at her home in Rutledge, Georgia, on April 25, 2026, at the age of 93. Born on January 3, 1933, she was the only daughter of the late Malcolm and Ludell Edwards. Lithonia was her birthplace and where she resided much of her life until her relocation to Rutledge in the year 2000.
Betty...
Alan William Howard
Apr 11, 2026
Alan William Howard, 53, of Loganville, passed away on April 11, 2026. He was born May 16, 1972, in Decatur, Georgia, to Edward Clay Howard and Vivian Foley Howard, the youngest of their children. Alan proudly served in the U.S. Navy and worked in healthcare purchasing. He was an avid fan of Star Wars, superheroes, and NASCAR, and had a...
Judith Cochran
Apr 4, 2026
Judith Cochran, age 79, passed away April 4, 2026.
She was a longtime resident of Lithonia and spent her final years at Delmar Gardens of Gwinnett. She had a deep love for music, literature, and movies, and above all, for her Savior, Jesus Christ. Judith never met a stranger and was cherished by all who had the privilege of knowing her.
She...
Kay Siler
Mar 30, 2026
Kay Siler, age 79, of Monroe, Georgia, passed away March 30, 2026. Born on January 27, 1947, and raised in Lithonia, she was the only daughter of the late Robert and Betty Warren.
Kay dedicated 35 years of service to Delta Airlines, retiring in January 2002. Over the course of those three decades, she earned a reputation for her warmth, dedication...
Toni Stephens Adams
Mar 25, 2026
Toni Stephens Adams, born in 1944 in Michigan and raised in Georgia, lived a life defined by faith, compassion, and service to others. She graduated from Decatur High School and was actively involved in school activities, including music and pageants (being crowned the first Atlanta Junior Miss), before marrying in 1963 and raising three children.
Fulfilling a lifelong calling, Toni pursued...
