Obituaries

Jimmy Carter's legacy as governor of Georgia was largely determined by his 1971 inauguration speech, when he declared "the time for racial discrimination is over."

Greg Gumbel, a longtime CBS sportscaster, has died from cancer, according to a statement from his family. He was 78.

Dan Graveline, an architect of Atlanta's convention and tourism infrastructure, died this month.

To countless Atlantans, actor Chris Kayser was Ebenezer Scrooge, playing the role for 17 years at the Alliance Theatre during a long stage career. Kayser has died at 75.

Christy Davis Jackson served God and country with grace

She founded and operated the landmark Westside Atlanta restaurant known for selling platters of fried fish and hush puppies in generous portions.

Joe D. Tanner helped create the Georgia Department of Natural Resources in 1972 under Gov. Jimmy Carter and was its first commissioner.

As a teen, John Scatena was in the doo-wop group Quadells. Later, he bought Café 290 in Sandy Springs and treated the staff, musicians, and customers like family.

Josh Rogers spent nearly two decades working to restore downtown Macon and support locally owned small businesses.

Dr. Goodman Espy used his skills to help around the world