Obituaries
John W. Cavender
Feb 19, 2024
John W. Cavender was born on December 1, 1939, in Kanawha, Two Mile, West Virginia and left this world to be with his lord and savior on February 19, 2024. John was the middle of five children born to Luther Thomas and Alma Hazel Cavender. John’s early education was in a one-room schoolhouse next door to the house he was...
Ricky Joe Bratcher
Feb 18, 2024
Ricky Joe Bratcher, age 64 of Rockmart, GA, passed away in Rome, GA surrounded by his loved ones on February 18, 2024. He was born on December 27, 1959, in Rome, GA, to his parents, the late David Estle Bratcher and Rose Lanham Bratcher.
Ricky's life was a tapestry of love, laughter, and sportsmanship. He graduated from East Rome High School...
Charles Barrett Davis, Jr.
Feb 18, 2024
Charles Barrett Davis, Jr., age 67, of Rome, GA, peacefully passed away Sunday morning, February 18, 2024.
Charles was born in Nuremberg, Germany on July 17, 1956, a son of the late Charles Barrett Davis Sr. and Joann Janet Sanders Davis. He was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force and dedicated his life to various careers including working...
Hattie Marie McGatha "Polly" Holmes
Feb 13, 2024
Mrs. Hattie Marie McGatha “Polly” Holmes, age 86, of Rockmart, GA, passed away Tuesday, February 13, 2024.
Mrs. Polly was born on December 20, 1937, in Piedmont, AL, a daughter of the late John McGatha and Mary Frances Griffin McGatha. She had lived the greater part of her life in Rockmart and was a member of Oak Ridge Baptist Church....
Shirley Upton Hughes
Feb 12, 2024
Mrs. Shirley Upton Hughes, age 88, of Rockmart, GA passed away Monday, February 12, 2024. Shirley was a retired substitute teacher for Polk School District and has left us with cherished memories and a profound impact on the lives of her students. Born on October 31, 1935, to the late William Thomas Upton, Jr. and Beulah Hiett Upton in her...
Rita Dunn Burnley
Feb 11, 2024
Mrs. Rita Dunn Burnley, age 52, of Rockmart, GA, passed away on Sunday, February 11, 2024.
Rita was born on August 15, 1971 in Rockmart, GA. She was the daughter of the late Larry Dunn and the former Annette Knight. She lived all her life in Rockmart. She enjoyed music and watching her tv shows.
Mrs. Burnley is survived by her loving...
Jimmy Wayne Ingle III
Feb 11, 2024
Jimmy Wayne Ingle III, born on May 28, 1993, and passed away on February 11, 2024 at a Rome hospital. Jimmy was born in Cartersville, Georgia. He was the son of Jimmy Ingle Jr. and April Lane.
One of Jimmy's greatest passions in life was video games. Whether it was immersing himself in captivating digital worlds or competing with his friends...
Kathleen Parker West
Feb 11, 2024
Kathleen Parker West, a beloved life-long member of the Church of God of the Union Assembly, has gracefully departed from this world on February 11, 2024, in Rome, GA. Born on May 1, 1939, in Summerville, GA, Kathleen spent her years touching the lives of those around her with her unwavering faith, kindness, and zest for life.
Kathleen dedicated many years...
Randy H. Bradford
Feb 8, 2024
Randy Harling Bradford, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on February 8, 2024, at the age of 71. He was born on December 3, 1952, in Cedartown, GA to the late George Harling Bradford and Evelyn Strickland Bradford.
Randy was a retired employee of Meggitt, where he dedicated many years of his life. He was known for his...
Donald Todd Edwards
Feb 6, 2024
Mr. Donald Todd Edwards, age 54 of Silver Creek, GA passed away Tuesday, February 6, 2024.
He was born in Rome, GA on November 11, 1969, a son of Donald Edwards and the former Patricia Sanders.
Todd possessed a remarkable talent for building fires. Whether it was at a campsite or in the comfort of his own backyard, he had an innate...
John "Richard" Porter
Feb 6, 2024
Mr. John “Richard” Porter, age 54, of Buchanan, GA, passed away Tuesday, February 6, 2024, in a Chattanooga, TN, hospital.
Richard was born on September 26, 1969, son of the late R.J. Porter and Judy Mae Ezzell Porter. He was a truck driver for many years and loved telling jokes. He enjoyed watching scary movies and spending time with his children.
In...
Jerry H. Baker
Feb 6, 2024
Jerry H. Baker, passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family at his residence on Tuesday, February 6, 2024. He born in Dallas, Georgia on January 7, 1940 to his parents: Dave Baker and Janie Swan Baker.
Jerry was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Frances Baker, a cherished brother to Billy Johnson and sister, Joyce Woods Chapman. His presence will...
Beatrix M. Egerer
Feb 5, 2024
Mrs. Beatrix M. Egerer, age 65, of Rockmart, GA passed away Monday, February 5, 2024 in Pittsburgh, PA.
Bea was born in Aschaffenburg, Germany on June 20, 1958, a daughter of the late Benjamin Hankins and the former Ingeborg Egerer. Bea was an outgoing, fun loving person who liked to make people laugh. She was an instant friend to everyone she...
Robert J. "Bobby" Gurley, Sr.
Feb 4, 2024
Robert J. "Bobby" Gurley, Sr. was a prominent figure in his community and leaves behind a legacy of hard work and dedication. Born on May 26, 1925, in Aragon, GA, Bobby was the son of Julius Oliver Gurley and Lillie Mae Jones Gurley. He was a loving father, dedicated husband, and a cherished friend to many.
Bobby's career spanned several decades...
Billy Ray Williams
Feb 4, 2024
Billy Ray Williams, age 61, of Aragon, GA passed away Sunday, February 4, 2024. Born on April 10, 1962, Billy was a son of Hazel Costlow Williams and the late Paul Williams.
Raised in Taylorsville, GA, Billy found solace in his work and embraced the values instilled in him by his Baptist faith. As a high school graduate, he embarked on...
Rachel Nicole Moss
Feb 3, 2024
Rachel Nicole Moss, age 42, of Rockmart, GA, passed away on February 3, 2024, in Rome, Georgia. She was born on August 29, 1981, in Rome, a daughter of Betty Arp Moss and Alton Keith Moss. Rachel was known for her kindness, compassion, and love for her family and friends. She will be deeply missed by all who had the...
Earnest Derrell "Ernie" Swords
Feb 3, 2024
Earnest Derrell "Ernie" Swords, age 63, of Talking Rock, GA, passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2024, in Jasper, GA. He was born on June 22, 1960, in Blakely, GA, a son of the late William Darrell Swords and JoAnn Cherry Swords.
Ernie was a man of many passions and interests. He cherished trains and found joy in everything related to...
Mary Pamela "Pam" Kellett
Feb 2, 2024
Mrs. Mary Pamela "Pam" Kellett, age 90, of Gainesville, FL passed away Friday February 2, 2024, in Gainesville, FL.
Mrs. Kellett was a graduate of Rockmart High School and for a short time enjoyed being employed by the Smith-Lockwood Drug & Jewelry Company.
On December 31, 1955, she married the love of her life, Mr. James Earl Kellett, and due to his military career, she began a life of adventure and travel. Many places were called home over the years but in 1990 Gainesville, FL, became home. There she...
Carter "Casey" Loyd Jones
Feb 2, 2024
Mr. Carter "Casey" Loyd Jones, age 61, of Taylorsville, GA passed away on Friday, February 2, 2024.
Born on April 11, 1962, in Limestone, Maine, Casey graduated from Palmetto High School in South Fulton, County, GA. He traveled throughout his childhood being a part of a military family and had lived his adult life in Georgia. He was a respected former...
Tracey Jane Dutton Crumley
Jan 28, 2024
Mrs. Tracey Jane Dutton Crumley, age 53, of Aragon, GA passed away Sunday, January 28, 2024.
Tracey was born in Rockmart, GA on June 23, 1970, a daughter of the late Bobby Charles Dutton and Aline Brock Dutton. She had lived all of her life in the Rockmart and Aragon area. Tracey enjoyed reading, wood working, and riding horses. She was...
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