obit for Phyllis Allgood

Phyllis Allgood of Conyers passed away September 29, 2016, at the age of 55. Preceding her in death were her father, Billy Hammond; and grandson, Carson Allgood.

 

Survivors include her daughters and son-in-law, Christy and Michael Little, Elizabeth Allgood; sons and daughter-in-law, Timothy and Brittany Allgood, Matthew Allgood; grandchildren, Mia Little and Ashton Little; brother and sister-in-law, Mike and Jayne Hammond.

 

A Memorial Service for Ms. Allgood will be held Sunday, October 2, 2016, 3 PM, at Belmont Baptist Church, 3275 Iris Drive, Conyers, with Pastor Nolan Jackson officiating. Friends may join the family for visitation, at the church, one hour prior to her service, from 2 - 3 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Belmont Baptist Church as a love offering to the Allgood family.

obit for Steven P. Ray

Steven P. Ray, 65, of Winder, passed away Thursday, September 1, 2016. Son of the late A.J. and Sarah Ray, of Conyers, he was a graduate of Gordon High School. Steve retired from DeKalb County Schools after 31 years of dedicated service.

 

Steve is survived by three daughters and two sons-in-law; two grandchildren; one brother; one sister and brother-in-law; and one niece.

 

A Memorial Service for Steve will be held Saturday, October 1, 2016, 2:30 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington. Friends may visit with his family at the funeral home, Saturday, prior to his service, from 1:00 – 2:30 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Bethlehem Christian Academy – www.bethlehemchristianacademy.org – "In Memory of Steve Ray".

obit for C.A. "Bud" Gissendaner

 

C.A. "Bud" Gissendaner of Newborn, passed away September 25, 2016, at 89 years of age.  A proud U.S. Army Veteran, he was the owner and operator of Bud's Interior Trim for 20 years.  In addition, he was a retiree of Southern Pacific Railroad, with 16 years of service. Mr. Gissendaner was a devout Christian, serving as a deacon in the churches he attended over the years.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Ned and Gracie (White) Gissendaner; daughters, Karen Himebauch, Gail Hembree, Robyn Krantz; sisters, Mary Eva Pritchard, Willora Sue Gissendaner; and brother, Willis Alford "Cheesie" Gissendaner.

 

Survivors include his wife of 68 years, Eloise Gissendaner of Newborn; sons and daughters-in-law, Randall and Sharon Gissendaner, Jonathan and Ronda Gissendaner, both of Covington, Daniel and Lisa Gissendaner of Social Circle; 13 grandchildren; sister, Lucille Bouse of Cache, OK; brothers and sisters-in-law, Pete and Shirley Gissendaner of Flagstaff, AZ, Robert and Diane Gissendaner of Broken Arrow, OK; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

 

A Funeral Service for Mr. Gissendaner will be held Saturday, October 1, 2016, 11: 00 AM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, Covington, with Pastor J.T. Padgett officiating and interment following in Lawnwoood Memorial Park.  Friends may join the family for visitation, at the funeral home, Friday, September 30, 2016, from 6 to 8 PM.

Joe Riley

Joe Riley of Snellville passed away September 24, 2016, at 68 years of age.  He began his career in economic development in Hopkinsville, KY and operated the California office of economic development for the state of Kentucky.  He then continued his career as an economic developer for Georgia EMC for 34 years. He received the Rip Wiley Award, the most prestigious award presented by the Georgia EMC. Mr. Riley pursued very diligently his personal goals for both his family and his work.  He was a member of Goshen Baptist Church in Lawrenceburg, KY, but attended Cannon United Methodist Church in Snellville with his wife, Peg.  Mr. Riley was preceded in death by his parents, Edward Earl and Loretta (Disponett) Riley; and brother, Delaine Riley.

 

Survivors include his wife of 28 years, Peg Daigle-Riley of Snellville; daughter, Natalie Riley-Ingram and husband, John of Alpharetta; son, Patrick Riley of Boca Raton, FL; grandchildren, Aidan Ingram, Ansley Ingram; sisters, Shirley Ann Durr, Betty Sue Houp, and brother, E.J. Riley, all of Lawrenceburg, KY; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

 

A Celebration of Life for Mr. Riley will be held Thursday, September, 29, 2016, 2:00 PM, at Cannon United Methodist Church, 2424 Webb Gin House Rd., Snellville.  Friends may visit with the family at the church one hour prior to the service, from 1:00 – 2:00 PM.  In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Mr. Riley may be made to Cannon United Methodist Church, 2424 Webb Gin House Rd., Snellville, GA  30078 or Goshen Baptist Church, 1003 Industrial Park Rd., Lawrenceburg, KY  40342.

Juanita Giles Elmore

Juanita Giles Elmore of Conyers, GA, passed into Glory September 24, 2016, at 81 years of age.  Mrs. Elmore was known for being a lively and spunky spirit who never met a stranger.  She enjoyed playing a clown for many years, especially for her friends and loved ones.  Mrs. Elmore acted as Mrs. Claus for children every year at Christmas.  She loved serving in her church and filled multiple roles there.  Mrs. Elmore will be greatly missed by those whose lives she filled with love and laughter. She is preceded in death by her parents, Thomas M. and Lillian Giles.

 

 Survivors include her husband of almost 60 years, Charles Elmore; sons and their spouses, Carey and Brenda Elmore, Danny and Terri Elmore, Jonny and Holly Elmore, 7 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

 

A Celebration of Life for Mrs. Elmore will be held Saturday, October 1, 2016, 11:00 AM, at Shiloh United Methodist Church, 10 Almon Church Road, Covington, GA, with Rev. Mike Wadley officiating.  At Mrs. Elmore's request, those who attend are asked to wear bright clothes and jewelry.  In lieu of flowers contributions in her memory may be made to Shiloh United Methodist Church, 10 Almon Church Road, Covington, GA  30014.

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