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Walter Harry Olejnik
obit 8-4
Published: Aug 5, 2024, 12:49 AM

Mr. Walter Harry Olejnik, age 81, went home to be with the Lord on July 25, 2024. He was born October 9, 1942, in Evergreen Park, Illinois to Walter S. and Charlotte Olejnik. He was a member of Rockdale Community Church in Conyers. He loved to talk with anyone who would listen, especially about his faith in Jesus Christ.

Harry is survived by his wife of 58 years, Janice Olejnik; his daughters, Tracy Bates and her husband Randy, Michelle Williams and her husband Jake, Christy Cope and her husband Lee, Ashley Wallace and her husband Adam, Laura Standridge and her husband Bo; 14 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; brother Ronald Olejnik and his wife Linda, sisters Carolyn Summons and her husband Tom and Beverly Glass and her husband David; 1O nieces and nephews; and brother-in-law T.J. Spratt. He is preceded in death by his daughter, Cari Ann Olejnik.

Memorial Service will be at 12:00, August 10, 2024, at Rockdale Community Church, 2455 Old Salem Road, Conyers, GA, officiated by Pastor Butch Rumble.
Obituary: Otis Daniel Criswell
Otis Daniel Criswell
Published: Apr 4, 2025, 7:06 PM

Otis Daniel Criswell, age 72, of Covington, Georgia, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2025, surrounded by family. He was born on February 26, 1953, in Athens, Georgia to Melvin Daniel (Coach) Criswell and Veeda Claire Kirkland. 

A proud graduate of Newton County high school, class of 1971. Otis went on to join the army National Guard, serving 6 years. He dedicated 30+ years of his career as a senior Claims representative for George Farm Bureau.

Beyond his professional life, Otis was a passionate University of Georgia football fan. During football season, he could always be found on the deck grilling with family and friends with at least two TVs playing the game. He also loved traveling with his family for martial arts tournaments across the country and cherished time spent relaxing on the beach.

Otis is preceded in death by his parents, Melvin Daniel (Coach) Criswell, Veeda Claire Kirkland and brother, Duane Criswell.

Left to cherish his memory or his children, Jamie (Tony) Pascale Loganville, Georgia, Brian (Carlie) Criswell of Barnesville, Georgia, and Matt Criswell of Covington Georgia; Grandchildren: Kayla and Emma; sister, Donna Criswell Hiett; brother, Dallas (Robin) Criswell; nieces and nephews, Michael, Kimberly, Kevin, Brandon, Preston, and Destiny. 

Otis will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who had the pleasure of knowing him. His memory will live on through the many lives he touched. A celebration of Otis ‘s life will be held at Faith Tabernacle Church. 631 Ralph Rd - Conyers, Georgia 30094 on Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 3:00 pm.