Ashok Prabhakar
Jul 25, 2026
Ashok Prabhakar, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on July 25, 2026, at the age of 78. A brilliant rocket scientist, an avid music lover, devoted follower of Vedic teachings, and unapologetic teller of dad jokes, he approached every day with curiosity, humor, and generosity. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, by his 3 children, his...
Deborah Abernathy Longshore
Jul 28, 2026
Deborah Abernathy Longshore age 61 of Snellville, Georgia passed away Tuesday July 28, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her mother Betty Abernathy, sister Miriam Abernathy and brother Timothy Abernathy and was a member of The Healing Place Church.
She is survived by her husband Paul Longshore of Lagrange, Georgia, father Donald Lee Abernathy of Snellville, Georgia, brother & sister in...
Charles Lyle Allen
Jul 15, 2026
Charles Lyle Allen, September 8, 1940 – July 15, 2026, Charles Lyle Allen, age 85, of Auburn, Georgia, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2026. Born in Walterboro, South Carolina, on September 8, 1940, Charles lived a full life with his wife, Rubye Mae
Meaders Allen for 66 years. They truly loved each other and were best friends throughout their long...
Mark Allan Melzer
Jul 19, 2026
Mark Allan Melzer
July 14, 1957 – July 19, 2026
Mark Allan Melzer, age 69, of Johns Creek, Georgia, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2026. Born in Madisonville, Kentucky, on July 14, 1957, Mark lived a full and vibrant life defined by hard work, a generous heart, and a relentless spirit of adventure but loved to be home.
Mark was a master...
Meera Verma
Jul 17, 2026
Meera Verma age 72 of Alpharetta, Georgia passed away Friday July 17, 2026
A Hindu Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 am Monday July 20, 2026 from the chapel of Byrd and Flanigan Funeral Home.
Haresh A Bakshi
Jul 9, 2026
Haresh A Bakshi, born on January 17, 1938, passed away on July 9, 2026. With his passing, the world bids farewell to a remarkable individual whose presence touched the lives of many throughout his long and meaningful journey.
Family, friends, and all who wish to pay their respects are invited to a Visitation with Family on Saturday, July 11, 2026, from...
Kevin Dexter Whigham
Jul 7, 2026
In Loving Memory of Kevin Dexter Whigham
With profound sorrow and broken hearts, we announce the unexpected passing of Kevin Dexter Whigham, who entered into eternal rest on July 7, 2026, at the age of 54. Kevin was born to Dexter Terry Whigham and Lois Arline Whigham (Lucy) on October 27, 1971, in Atlanta, Georgia. He spent his childhood in...
Sureschandra S Patel
Jul 7, 2026
Sureschandra S. Patel passed away on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at his residence. A Hindu Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at 10:00 am in the chapel of Byrd & Flanigan Funeral Service. HinduCremationCare.com
Dale David Knotts
Jul 7, 2026
Dale David Knotts age 82 of Auburn, Georgia passed away Tuesday July 7, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his step daughter Sally Langley Smith.
He is survived by his wife Martha Knotts of Auburn, son Dale Knotts Jr., daughter Karen Knotts both of West Virginia, step sons Dennis Langley, Ronnie Langley, step daughters Serena Langley, Sueann Langley all of Auburn....
Nelson Ping Ching Chao
Jul 5, 2026
Nelson was born on June 15, 1935, in Taipei, Taiwan. He immigrated to the US in 1960 and earned his bachelor’s degree from North Carolina State University (1962) and master’s degree from Georgia Tech (1964) in Textile Sciences. He returned to Taiwan to marry his wife Judy in 1965. They moved to Virginia, where he worked for DuPont for a...
Deborah M. Desai
Jul 5, 2026
Deborah M. Desai, born on July 17, 1950, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2026. Her life, defined by strength, kindness, and unwavering integrity, touched the hearts of all who knew her.
A dedicated and compassionate presence, Deborah's journey was marked by sincerity and warmth. She brought joy and comfort to the lives she encountered, offering guidance, encouragement, and love through...
Ruth Powell Ewing Sappington
Jun 30, 2026
Ruth Powell Ewing Sappington, age 97, of Lawrenceville, Georgia, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born on January 4, 1929, in Atlanta, Georgia, Ruth lived a life rooted in faith, family, and service. She was a devoted wife, loving mother, proud grandmother, and cherished great-grandmother whose greatest joy was spending time with those...
Gaurang Navnitlal Chiniwala
Jun 29, 2026
Gaurang Navnitlal Chiniwala26th June 1959 – 29th June 2026It is with profound sorrow that we share the passing of Gaurang Navnitlal Chiniwala, (Mumbai, India), who peacefully departed this world on Monday 29th June 2026 at 6.09am (EST) in Atlanta, USA, at the age of 67 years.He was son of Late Navnitlal Dhirajlal Chiniwala, Smt. Indooben Navnitlal Chiniwala and husband of...
Martha Burnell Buchanan
Jun 26, 2026
Martha Burnell Cragg Buchanan, age 87, of Lawrenceville, Georgia, went to be with our Lord and Savior on June 26th, 2026. Born in Rabun County, Georgia, on November 28, 1938, the daughter of the late Henry Grady Cragg and the late Eula Mae Carnes Cragg.
She is survived by her loving husband of 71 years, Harold Edward Buchanan; daughter Amanda Lynn...
Audrey Molineux Webster
Jun 25, 2026
Audrey Molineux Webster passed away on June 25, 2026, in Atlanta.
Audrey was born on September 17, 1928, in Sutton Coldfield, UK, to Arthur L. and Alice E. Molineux. Eager to gain independence from her family at an early age, she trained as a physical therapist, a profession she was able to practice intermittently in later years. Audrey met her husband,...
