Marsha Weeks
January 4th, 2023
Marsha was a long time and active parishioner at St. James the Apostle.
She was lector during Masses, a member of the St. James CCW, an EMHC, and a member of the Monday morning Count Room.
Please pray for the repose of her soul and peace and comfort for her husband, John and family.
James F. Baker
January 5th, 2023
James was a parishioner here at St. James the Apostle.
James’ funeral service was officiated by Deacon Charles Iner, and took place on Monday, January 16th.
Please pray for the peaceful repose of James’ soul as well as comfort and peace to his wife, Elizabeth and family.
Andrea Lee Wade
January 8th, 2023
Ms. Wade was born in New York City, the daughter of the late Margaret Macko Wade and Thomas Jefferson Wade. Andrea moved to a farm in McDonough, GA when her father retired from the Fire Department of NY to raise cattle. Andrea graduated from Henry County High School in 1964 with honors, went on to the University of Georgia where she graduated with honors in 1968, and later earned an MBA from Georgia State University. Andrea had a long and successful career as a food scientist. She was one of the first two women to graduate from the University of Georgia with a degree in Food Science. She spent 18 years in research and development at the Coca-Cola company, where among many other achievements, she created the formulas for Mr. Pibb and Fresca. She finished her career with an additional 18 years working for the Food and Drug Administration as a consumer safety officer in the Center for Food Safety with a specialization in seafood.
Andrea will be remembered as brilliant, straight forward, and fiercely independent. She was a master basket weaver. She led an exciting life and always had a story to tell. Andrea was most happy cooking a fabulous feast for her family and friends. She will be greatly missed.
Andrea was a devoted daughter, sister, and friend. She is survived by her sister, Renee Anderson of McDonough, GA, her sister and brother-in-law Maggie and George Hodges of Newport News, VA, her brother and sister-in-law Jeff and Janet Wade of Rossville, GA, nine nieces and nephews, and six great nieces and nephews. Andrea was preceded in death by her brother, Tommy Wade, her parents, Thomas Jefferson and Margaret Macko Wade, her niece Margaret Hodges, and her brother-in-law Toby Anderson.
Glen Lillquist
March 8th, 2023
Glen Alan Lillquist, age 84, of McDonough, Georgia passed away on Wednesday, March 8, 2023. Glen was born in Schenectady, NY to the late Brook and Marie Lillquist.
Mr. Lillquist is survived by his wife of 30 years Mary Lillquist; sons Matt (Julie) Lillquist and Mark Lillquist; step son Steve (Jackie) Brown; brothers Ron (Joan) Lillquist and Robert (Pat) Lillquist; 5 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.
Glen was in the Navy for 8 years, during his career he was on board of the USS Hermitage and became a Navy Lieutenant. He attended Loyola University and graduated with a master’s degree in Religious education, attended seminary for 8 years, and became a member of St James Catholic Church. He believed there was 3 important things in life: God, having fun, and family. Glen loved to golf, play tennis, and motorcycles. He enjoyed life to the fullest, loved his family, and will be greatly missed.
Vilma Rosa Lowery
May 27th, 2023
Born in the small town of Villalba Puerto Rico,
She passed away in her home, in Georgia, surrounded by her loving family, after a long illness. She was 63 years old.
Vilma loved her Catholic Faith, she loved her Family deeply, her modest home, and she loved her simple life she had carved out here. She was so proud of her son Michael and adored his beautiful wife Lindsay, their children, Mikayla and the twins, Bryce and Avery. They were her heart.
When Vilma found her Faith, she found herself, she found Joy and she was such a Joy to be around. She leaves behind a huge hole in the hearts of those who love her. She only wanted her loved ones to know the Love, the Joy and Peace she had in her heart.
She is survived by her Mother, Noemi Berrios of Villalba PR. Sister, Noemi (Tallin) and her husband Jimmy Tiniski, living in GA. Sister, Martha (Yolly) Velez, living in NJ. Brother, Angel (Papo) Velez, living in NY. Her Son Michael and family, living in NJ and all her nieces and nephews; Steven, Gina, Giana, Johanna, Danielito, Jessica, and their spouses and children, who she dearly loved, thought of often and prayed for constantly.
She is survived by her husband, Mark Lowery, residing in their home in Georgia, and his large family scattered around in Texas; both parents Buford and Peggy Lowery, his five brothers; Stephen, Michael, Paul, Tony and David. His three sisters; Debi, Denise and Diane, all who loved Vilma dearly. Mark’s son and daughter, Matthew and Jessica, residing in California, knew how much she cared for and loved them both.
She is also survived by the many people who have crossed her path in life and has seen firsthand her beautiful smile. She prayed for everyone she knew and so many she didn’t. She left her mark here on earth and in our hearts where she will continue to reside for eternity.
Vilma was Mark’s best friend, partner and the best wife a man could hope for. She will be deeply missed as a loving Wife, Mother, Mother-in-law, Mama Goose, Abuelita, Daughter, Sister, Titi Rosie, and best friend.
John Gary Glover Jr.
July 10th, 2023
John Gary Glover Jr., age 93, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2023. He was born on July 14, 1929 in Columbia, SC. to the late John and Ethel O’Keefe Glover. John was raised in Sharon, GA. He served in the U.S. Army in World War II where he was part of the occupying forces in Japan. After his military service, he returned home and attained a business degree at the University of Georgia Atlanta Division. He was married in 1949 to the former Louise Cobb of Thomson, GA. They were married for 63 years until her death in 2013.
John was a devoted husband and father who had a strong sense of family and was a true Southern gentleman. John and Louise moved to Morrow, GA, in 1962 where they raised their four children. They were part of a group of Catholic families instrumental in bringing the first Catholic Church to Clayton County, St. Philip Benezi. John was a lifelong member of the Knights of Columbus and the St. Vincent de Paul Society.
John was involved in local politics and was an original member of the MARTA Board of Directors representing Clayton County. He was the longest serving board member when he retired after moving to McDonough in 2000. For over 50 years, John had a successful career in transportation specializing in LTL and refrigerated trucking. He opened the doors for numerous companies to come and operate in the southeast region. After retiring, his expertise was sought after and valued by many.
John is survived by his children, Gary (Jenny) Glover of Ormond Beach, FL, Jeannie (Don) Allen of Alpharetta, GA, Phillip Glover of Memphis, TN, and Renee D’Elia of McDonough, GA, grandsons Matthew Allen of Athens, GA, Scott (Michelle) Allen of Decatur, GA, and Travis D’Elia of Stockbridge, GA, and great grandchildren, Sarah Beth and Jacob Allen of Decatur GA.
A funeral mass will be held at The Church of the Purification of the Blessed Mary in Sharon, GA on November 24, 2023.
Sarah “Sally” Davis
July 15th, 2023
Sally Davis passed away on Saturday, July 15, 2023. She was the beloved wife of Lawrence W. Davis, M.D. of McDonough, Georgia. Mr. Lawrence Davis was past chairman of the Department of Radiation Oncology, Emory University Medical School.
In Addition to her Husband, she is survived by her children, John C. Polek. Jr., James E. Polek (Abby) and her daughter Teresa Cummiskey (Jerry) and three grandchildren, Christine Unton (Keith), John C. Polek, III (Alison) and Thomas Polek. She is survived by four great grandchildren: Brayden, Owen, Connor and Brooke. She is also survived by her sisters Catherine A. Daly and Mary Ellen O’Neil (Francis), her brother Edward H. Reese, Jr. and his wife, Ann.
Sally was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Edward H. Reese, Sr., and Catherine Tracey Reese. Philadelphia continued to be her special place, the annual trip to the Philadelphia Flower Show her favorite. She was a graduate of Fordham University and had an MBA from Manhattan College. She had a career in administration with American College of Radiology in Philadelphia: Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein Medical School in New York, and Grady Hospital in Atlanta. She was active in the community and served as President of the Henry County Master Gardeners in 2010. She was a past member of the Board of Community Gardens of Henry County and the Emory Institutional Review Board. A long-time member of the Emory Woman’s Club, she missed actively participating when she moved to Henry County. She cherished her friendship with her canasta and book club buddies.
David Edward Mott Jr.
July 17th 2023
Our heartfelt sympathies are extended to the family of David Edward Mott, Jr., who passed away on July 17th, 2023.
David was a long time parishioner of St. James the Apostle.
Please pray for the peaceful repose of David’s soul as well as comfort and peace for his wife, Helen, and family.
Elodia Upchurch
August 27th 2023
Our heartfelt sympathies are extended to the family of Elodia Upchurch, who passed away on Sunday, August 27th, 2023.
Elodia was a long time parishioner of St. James the Apostle and was loved by many.
Please pray for the peaceful repose of Elodia’s soul as well as comfort and peace for her family.
Joan Clark
September 5th, 2023
Joan was a parishioner of St. James the Apostle since 2008, as well as an active member of St. James the Apostle Council of Catholic Women and St. Vincent DePaul Society.
Please pray for the peaceful repose of Joan’s soul as well as comfort and peace for her family.
Joseph Anthony Prelac
September 26th, 2023
Joseph A. Prelac, 66, formerly of Newton Falls, entered peacefully into rest Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2023, surrounded by his family, at his home in Stockbridge, Georgia.
On Oct. 29, 1956, George and Betty Prelac welcomed their first son, Joseph.
He was a 1975 graduate of Newton Falls High School and enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. He served his country for the next five years, including his overseas tour of duty on Okinawa Island, the Philippines, Australia, and ending at the Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point in North Carolina.
In October 1980, Joseph married his true love, Diane Frank of Braceville. They began their 43-year marriage in Stone Mountain, Georgia. There they were blessed with their two children, Timothy Joseph and Kelly Diane.
Over the years, Joseph gave his time generously helping future altar servers at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, coaching softball and baseball teams, working many hours at the barn during horse shows and actively supporting JROTC events. He always was eager for a round of golf with his buddies.
In 2021, Joseph retired as a master machinist from Withers Tool, Die and Manufacturing Company. Much of his 42-year career was spent in manufacturing facilities around the Atlanta area, managing and supporting production machining operations and tool and die departments.
Joseph was fierce in his love, loyalty and the protection of his loved ones, whether they knew it or not. His heart was stolen forever by his five precious grandchildren, Evangeline, Christopher, Piper, Macklin and Maverick.
Cherished memories will be carried on by his loving wife, Diane, and their children, Timothy and Stephanni of Kennesaw, Georgia, and Kelly and Gary McDowell of Chelsea, Oklahoma. Joseph also leaves two sisters, Christine Wolcott of Scottsdale, Arizona, and RoseMarie Benich of Glendale, Arizona.
Ann Marie Callahan
October 6th, 2023
Mrs. Ann Marie Callahan, age 83, of McDonough, Georgia, passed away on Friday, October 6, 2023, at Piedmont Henry Hospital. She was born on May 26, 1940, in Everett, Massachusetts, the daughter of the late Joseph Justin Doherty and Dorothy May Meyers Doherty. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, William J. Doherty.
Ann Marie spent her early years cultivating the values of faith, love, and compassion that would come to define her existence. She was a devoted wife, a loving mother, and a supportive grandmother. Her home was filled with love and warmth, a place where every gathering was filled with joy and laughter.
Ann Marie graduated from Matignon Catholic High School in Cambridge Massachusetts, where she met the young man who would become her only love and her devoted husband, Robert (Bob) Callahan. Ann Marie received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Mount Auburn School of Nursing in Cambridge, Massachusetts. After they were married on October 6, 1962, in Somerville, Massachusetts, Ann Marie and Bob moved to Anchorage, Alaska, where Bob served as a commissioned officer in the United States Army at Fort Richardson. While at Fort Richardson, Ann Marie and Bob welcomed their first child, Robert, Jr. (Bobby), lived through the great earthquake of 1964, and later welcomed their second child, Erin. Upon Bob’s discharge from active service, Ann Marie and Bob returned to Massachusetts, where they welcomed two more children, Joseph and Brenda. Subsequently, they moved to Georgia, where they lived for 40 years and raised their family.
Ann Marie’s devotion to her Catholic faith was evident to all who knew her. When Ann Marie moved to Georgia, she became an active member of Saint Philip Benizi Catholic Church in Jonesboro. For the past two decades, she had been a faithful member of St. James the Apostle Catholic Church in McDonough, where she attended mass regularly until the last few years when her declining health prevented her from doing so.
In her professional life, Ann Marie was a dedicated Registered Nurse with a passion for caring for those entrusted to her. Her career was a testament to her kindness and commitment to the well-being of others. She approached her work with empathy, providing not only medical care but also a healing touch that extended beyond the hospital room.
Ann Marie’s legacy is not only seen in the lives she touched but also in the love she shared. Her values and beliefs will live on through the generations she nurtured and the lives she impacted. She embodied the importance of faith, love, and compassion, and her memory will forever be a source of inspiration for all those who knew her.
Jean Elizabeth Marchant
October 8th, 2023
Jean Elizabeth Marchant, age 70, of McDonough, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, October 8, 2023. She was born on December 20, 1952, in Somerville, MA, to the late Joseph and Louise Tartaglia. Jean was also preceded in death by her sister, Dianne O’Connor. Jean was a talented artist who had a deep love for painting, gardening, and traveling. She found joy in the simple pleasures of collecting seashells at the beach, creating various crafts, and crocheting. However, her greatest passion was loving and spoiling her six grandchildren. Mrs. Marchant is survived by her husband, Walter, and their children: Jacqueline (James) Boshears of Covington, Walter J. Marchant (fiance’ Krystal Capes) of Monticello, and Michelle (Justin) Collins of Peachtree City. She was a proud grandmother to Owen Marchant, Abigale Marchant, Ethan Collins, Walter Marchant V, Benjamin Collins, and Emma Lee Collins. She is also survived by her siblings, Joseph (Donna) Tartaglia and Michael Tartaglia of Massachusetts, along with several nieces and nephews.
Robert ” Bob ” Belanger
December 12th, 2023
Bob and his wife Helen are long time parishioners here at St. James the Apostle.
Bob was also a member of the Knights of Columbus.
Please pray for the peaceful repose of Bob’s soul as well as comfort and peace for his wife, Helen and family.