Obituaries

May 23, 2023

Keila Judith Espana- Leiva age 45 of Lawrenceville, Georgia passed away Tuesday May 23, 2023, She was a loving wife and mother and was a homemaker. She is survived by her husband Pedro Espana od Lawrenceville, daughter Keila Espana of Lawrenceville, sons Danny Espana of Lawrenceville, Hector Espana of Lawrenceville, parents Francisco & Maura Leiva of Honduras, sister Caroline...

May 23, 2023

Thomas Clarence Thompson, age 81, of Lawrenceville, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 23, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Florence Thompson, and his brother, Scott.

Tom was born in Scottville, Michigan, and graduated in 1959 from Mason County Central HS.  He is a graduate of Michigan State University and retired...

May 20, 2023

We are devastated by the loss of our beloved, Arnold Manuel, who passed away on Saturday, May 20, 2023. Affectionately called "Noir," Arnold's stature, megawatt smile, baritone voice, and infectious laugh-filled and lit every room he graced. A skilled tailor by profession, Arnold always looked the part at social gatherings, donning the finest threads and his signature hat.  Yet,...

May 18, 2023

Mary Jane Risley age 78 of Lawrenceville, Georgia passed away Thursday May 18, 2023. She was caring, giving and always smiling, and was a resident of Tender Personal Care Home in Lawrenceville. She is survived by her daughter & son in law Deborah & John Bruner of Suwanee, Georgia, sons & daughter in law Paul Risley of Ecuador, William...

May 17, 2023

Satish Gangadhar Patil age 71 of Cumming, Georgia passed away Wednesday May 17, 2023. A Hindu Memorial Service will be held at 12:00 Thursday May 18, 2023 from the chapel of Byrd and Flanigan Funeral Home. Arrangements by Byrd and Flanigan Crematory & Funeral Service, Lawrenceville, Georgia. 770-962-2200

May 12, 2023

Jack Michael Miller, age 78 of Dacula, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 12, 2023. Mike was born in Columbus, Georgia and attended Jordan Vocational High School (Class of '62) and later, briefly attended Columbus College before deciding to lead a life of service which began in the U.S. Air Force where he served as a Aircraft Structural...

May 10, 2023

Carolyn Diane Kilgore age 66 of Norcross Ga; passed away on Wednesday, May 10, 2023. Mrs. Kilgore worked at Walmart for 17+ years. She is preceded in death by her parents  Carrie Lee Moore & Egbert Moore & brother Phil Moore. She is survived by her husband: John W. Kilgore III, sons: Chris Kilgore, John W. Kilgore IV wife...

May 8, 2023

Kerdell, Lorena D. May 8, 2023: beloved daughter of the late Walter and Irma (nee Scheffel) Kerdell: loving sister of  Kenneth, Ronald, Curtis (predeceased) and Carolyn. No prior visitation. Services held privately. Arrangements by  Byrd and Flanigan Crematory & Funeral Service, Lawrenceville, Georgia. 770-962-2200

May 8, 2023

David Jesus Garcia age 26 of Toccoa, Georgia passed away Monday May 8, 2023. He was preceded in death by his father Rafael E. Garcia. He is survived by his girlfriend Abigail Scrrano of Toccoa, Georgia, son Abel Garcia of Toccoa, Georgia, daughter Hazel Garcia of Toccoa, Georgia, mother Rufina Garcia of Hillside, New Jersey, brother Rafael Garcia of...

May 4, 2023

Willie Hatcher Jr. age 89 of Lawrenceville, Georgia passed away Thursday May 4, 2023. He was preceded in death by his son Willie Hatcher III and by his daughter Lucille Hatcher. He is survived by his son & daughter in law Justin & Wendoly Hatcher of Lawrenceville, Georgia, daughters & son in law Mary & Randy Clark of New...

Apr 29, 2023

Mr. Jimmy (Foots) Hammond passed away on April 29, 2023. Jimmy was born on November 30, 1956, to the late Deacon Joshua and Annie Ruth  Hammond. Jimmy is preceded in death by his parents Joshua (OK) and Annie Ruth Hammond, brothers Melvin Hammond, and Kenneth Hammond. Jimmy leaves to cherish loving memories, his loving wife Patricia Hammond, his sister...

Apr 29, 2023

Jaykumar K. Punamiya passed away on Friday, April 29, 2023.  A Hindu Service will be held on Tuesday, May 2, 2023 at 11:45 AM in the Chapel of Byrd & Flanigan Funeral Service Lawrenceville GA.

Apr 25, 2023

Margaret Renay Kilgore age 66 of Snellville, Georgia passed away Tuesday April 25, 2023. She was preceded in death by her husband Dr. Ronnie Hugh Kilgore and was a member of The Church on Main. She is survived by her son Larry Andrew Burkhalter of Snellville, Georgia, sister in law Faye Burkhalter of Danielsville, Georgia, niece Candace Burkhalter of...

Apr 22, 2023

Maryann Prawdzienski age 78 of Winder, Georgia passed away Saturday April 22, 2023. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Byrd and Flanigan Crematory & Funeral Service, Lawrenceville, Georgia. 770-962-2200

Apr 21, 2023

William Stephen Pate, age 73 of Midway, Georgia, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Friday, April 21, 2023. Will was a graduate of the University of Georgia, where he graduated magna cum laude with a degree in economics.

After college Will served as the Mayor of Lawrenceville, Georgia from 1985-1986 which was the county seat...

Apr 21, 2023

Juan Jose Gonzalez age 22 of Dacula, Georgia passed away Friday April 21, 2023. No Services are planned at this time. Arrangements by Byrd and Flanigan Crematory & Funeral Service, Lawrenceville, Georgia. 770-962-2200

Apr 21, 2023

Joseph Harris age 87 of Lawrenceville, Georgia passed away Friday April 21, 2023. No Services are planned at this time. Arrangements by Byrd and Flanigan Crematory & Funeral Service, Lawrenceville, Georgia. 770-962-2200

Apr 21, 2023

Alicia Rebeca Matos De Luna Boza age 67of Lawrenceville, Georgia passed away Friday April 21, 2023. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Byrd and Flanigan Crematory & Funeral Service, Lawrenceville, Georgia. 770-962-2200

Apr 19, 2023

Kay Ann Kronsted passed away April 19, 2023. She was a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Kay was later joined in the afterlife by her son Frank Kronsted June 19, 2023, then her husband, Paul Kronsted, July 25, 2024.  Kay was a 20-year Veteran of the United States Air Force, serving her country as a nurse...

Apr 19, 2023

James Barry Cooper age 61 of Bremen, Ga passed away Wednesday April 19, 2023. a Private Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Byrd and Flanigan Crematory & Funeral Service, Lawrenceville, Georgia. 770-962-2200