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William Griggers, Sr.Newnan


William Marvin Griggers, Sr., 96, of Newnan, passed away on Thursday, May 30, 2024, at his residence.Born January 14, 1928, in Manchester, to the late Benjamin Griggers and the late Gladys Davison Griggers. He was a devout Christian, a veteran of the US Navy having served in World War II and the Korean War, and a member of the VFW. He had a career in education and taught in multiple school systems in the state of Georgia. He retired as an administrator with the Fulton County school system....

William Marvin Griggers, Sr., 96, of Newnan, passed away on Thursday, May 30, 2024, at his residence.Born January 14, 1928, in Manchester, to the late Benjamin Griggers and the late Gladys...

Ellis Camp, Jr.Newnan


Ellis Joel Camp, Jr, 61, of Newnan, passed away on Wednesday, May 29, 2024.Born April 12, 1963, in Newnan, to the late Ellis Joel Camp, Sr. and LaRealia Lovvorn Camp. He was a member of Sargent Baptist Church. He was a lineman for Coweta-Fayette EMC and later Diverse Power and took great pride in his career. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt, fish, work on his land, and tinker with trucks and tractors.In addition to his mother, he is survived by his children, William Cory Camp...

Ellis Joel Camp, Jr, 61, of Newnan, passed away on Wednesday, May 29, 2024.Born April 12, 1963, in Newnan, to the late Ellis Joel Camp, Sr. and LaRealia Lovvorn Camp. He was a member of Sargent...

Albert Quick, Sr.Franklin


Albert Eugene Quick, Sr., 79, of Franklin, GA passed away on May 25, 2024, at his residence.Born Jan 29, 1945, in Coweta County, Georgia to Earnest Eugene & Lois Pauline (Beckom) Quick. He is predeceased by his parents, brother Robert Lewis Quick, sister Lila Mae (Quick) Waddell and Great-Grandson Jonathan Alan Louis-Caswell. He married the love of his life Shirley Ann Morris on June 27, 1962, in Coweta County, Georgia. He loved the Lord and reading his Bible over and over. He knew his...

Albert Eugene Quick, Sr., 79, of Franklin, GA passed away on May 25, 2024, at his residence.Born Jan 29, 1945, in Coweta County, Georgia to Earnest Eugene & Lois Pauline (Beckom) Quick. He...

Julia DarringtonNewnan


Julia Jennell Darrington, 80, of Newnan, passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2024 at Piedmont Newnan Hospital.Born on March 30, 1944, in Newnan, to the late J. W. Hall and the late Elizabeth Long Hall. Jennell worked in customer service for 30 years, for Lee King Pharmacy. She also ran a booth at the Franklin Road Flea Market, with her husband since 1982, where she bought and sold “anything and everything”. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her...

Julia Jennell Darrington, 80, of Newnan, passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2024 at Piedmont Newnan Hospital.Born on March 30, 1944, in Newnan, to the late J. W. Hall and the late Elizabeth Long...

George LassetterNewnan


George Buren Lassetter, age 80, a pillar of the Newnan community, known for his work ethic, generosity, and captivating stories, passed away peacefully at his home on May 16, 2024 surrounded by loved ones.Born on March 10, 1944, to Amos and Ruth Lassetter (deceased), Buren’s life was a testament to hard work and dedication. He began his career with a series of jobs at Bibb Manufacturing, William Bonnell, and Blue Flame Gas, honing his skills and entrepreneurial spirit.In 1971,...

George Buren Lassetter, age 80, a pillar of the Newnan community, known for his work ethic, generosity, and captivating stories, passed away peacefully at his home on May 16, 2024 surrounded by...

Sally RobersonNewnan


No services are to be held at this time.

No services are to be held at this time.

Walter HernandezNewnan


Walter Junior Hernandez, 28, of Newnan, died on Thursday, May 16, 2024.Born March 11, 1996, in Mineola, New York, he was a son of Dalila Palencia Gonzalez and Walter Hernandez. Mr. Hernandez loved playing video games and enjoyed spending time with his sisters. He liked being outdoors and taking walks. He loved college football and New York Yankees baseball. He also enjoyed going to the beach and surfing. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Judith Ana Chacon.Survivors...

Walter Junior Hernandez, 28, of Newnan, died on Thursday, May 16, 2024.Born March 11, 1996, in Mineola, New York, he was a son of Dalila Palencia Gonzalez and Walter Hernandez. Mr. Hernandez...

Lynda MatthewsSharpsburg


Services are private.

Services are private.

Jimmie HodnettNewnan


Jimmie Lee Hodnett, 89, of Newnan, passed away on Thursday, May 2, 2024, in LaGrange.Born May 25, 1934, in Opelika, AL to the late James L. Hodnett and the late Ruth L. Calhoun Hodnett. Jimmie worked as an insurance agent for many years, before retiring. He was a veteran of the US Army, having served during the Vietnam War. He was of the Baptist Faith, and he was known to express his faith and love for the Lord. Jimmie adored his wife, was a very independent man, a woodworking craftsman,...

Jimmie Lee Hodnett, 89, of Newnan, passed away on Thursday, May 2, 2024, in LaGrange.Born May 25, 1934, in Opelika, AL to the late James L. Hodnett and the late Ruth L. Calhoun Hodnett. Jimmie...

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Is the obituary read at funeral? ›

An obituary is written to tell the story of your loved one. These will often be in the funeral program. There will even be a part of the funeral where the obituary will be silently read by everyone in attendance at the funeral. It is something you and your family should be patient with when you are writing it.

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The first paragraph of the obituary should include the deceased person's full name, including any nicknames they may have used, their age, date and place of death. Some people choose to include cause of death, but this is optional depending on how much information you would like to share.

What should you not say in an obituary? ›

Common Mistakes to Avoid when Writing an Obituary
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What does it mean when a name is in parentheses in an obituary? ›

If you like to be technical, names should be listed as follows: first name, spouse's first name in parenthesis, then surname (ex: Tom (Sarah) Johnson). If the spouse or partner's surname is different, include their surname in the parenthesis along with their first name (ex: Tom (Sarah Williams) Johnson).

What is the order of siblings in an obituary? ›

Spouse. Children (in order of date of birth) Grandchildren. Siblings (in order of date of birth)

How much does it cost to put an obituary in the local newspaper? ›

Costs vary by publication. Newspapers charge by the line and can average $450 for a complete obituary. The average obituary cost begins at $200.00 and increases due to the amount of content, including a photograph and the length of the obituary.

Who normally reads the obituary? ›

During a funeral or memorial service, it is common for someone to stand up and read the obituary to the attendees. This reading may be performed by a family member, a close friend, or a designated individual.

Who reads out at a funeral? ›

The eulogy is a deeply personal reflection of someone's life. Family or friends usually give this speech. However, clergy or the funeral celebrant may read it for the family. As this is a very emotional time, some people may not feel comfortable delivering the eulogy to the congregation.

What is the full order of service for a funeral? ›

A funeral typically follows a structure that includes pre-service arrangements, an opening segment with welcome and acknowledgments, main service components like eulogies, readings, and music, followed by closing remarks or prayers, and often concludes with post-service events like a committal service and reception.

Is the obituary a part of the eulogy? ›

Editor Carol DeChant explains, "Obituaries are usually mini-biographies, focused on what a person did, but the eulogy is much deeper, more about who the person was... It's meant for the select group of people who knew and cared for that person, or who care for the survivors."

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