All Obituaries

Mrs. Etsuko Johnson, 74, of Oakwood died May 30, 2023. No services scheduled at this time. Hillside Chapel Funeral Home and Cremation Services. Gainesville, Georgia.

Mr. James Putt, 77, of Canton, Georgia left this earth on May 27, 2023 to make sure the heavenly machines are well maintained. Survivors include his wife of more than 50 years, Patricia Putt; children, Susan and Alexis; grandchildren, Joshua and Ella; sister, Gloria and brother, Richard. Memorial services will be held Friday June 16, 2023 at 11:00 am at Hillside Chapel. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Hillside Chapel Funeral Home and...

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Mr. Doug Worley, 73, of Gainesville died May 23, 2023. At this time no services are scheduled. Hillside Funeral Home and Cremation Services in charge of arrangements. 

Mrs. Marilu Pehrson, 92, of Gainesville died May 21, 2023. A native of Erie, Pennsylvania, Mrs. Pehrson was the daughter of the late Earl and Margaret (Martin) Darone. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald E. Pehrson. Survivors include son, David Pehrson of Cumming and Caroline Brannon of Gainesville. The family will hold services at later date. Hillside Chapel Funeral Home and Cremation Services in charge of arrangements. 

Mr. Phillip "Randy" Weaver 73, of Braselton died May 21, 2023. A native of Albertville, Alabama, Randy was the son of the late Samuel and Helen (Burgess) Weaver. At this time no services are scheduled. Hillside Chapel Funeral Home and Cremation Services in charge of arrangements. 

Sharon Ann Sirekis of Flowery Branch, Georgia passed away on Thursday, April 27, 2023.

Carolyn Elaine Martin, 73, of Pendergrass, Georgia entered the loving arms of Jesus on Sunday, April 23, 2023. Born in Buford, Georgia on March 18, 1950, she was the daughter of the late John Richardson and Lois Lyles -Richardson.Survivors include daughters Carol Cane, Jennifer Holloway, and Cindy Escobedo. Grandchildren, Tiffany Cousinard, Steven Martin, Jessica, John and Jeffrey Holloway, Johnny and Carlos Escobedo. Eight Great – Grandchildren. Brother Larry Richardson, Sisters,...

Martha Louise Reece O’Kelley, 90, of Gainesville, Georgia entered the loving arms of Jesus on Thursday, April 20, 2023.  Born in Gainesville, Georgia on December 9th, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Edward Reece and Lola Mae Hudgins Reece. Martha was a 1950 graduate of Airline School, Gainesville, Georgia and was named Valedictorian. Martha retired from the City of Gainesville as their Assistant Executive Director in 1994. She also retired from J&J Foods as a cashier....

On April 16, 2023, Maria Catalan passed away peacefully in her sleep at the age of 78 years old. Maria was well-loved by her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, family and friends. Maria was the mother of six and despite her large family Maria always made time for everyone. She was well-loved and impacted so many lives. She always provided support and love for her family and worked tirelessly to provide opportunities for her family. She would proudly boast about all six of her...