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Kelsie Cecil "K.C." Coker
Feb 26, 2024
Mr. Kelsie Cecil “K.C.” Coker, age 86, of Rockmart, GA, passed away on Monday, February 26, 2024.
Mr. Coker was born on November 28, 1937 in Rockmart, GA and was the son of the late Mr. Henry Cecil Coker and Mrs. Beulah Frances Williams Coker. K.C. lived the greater part of his life in Rockmart and was a member of New...
Anthony Edward Robinson
Feb 21, 2024
Anthony Edward Robinson, age 61, of Rockmart, GA, passed away on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, in the same town where he spent his entire life.
Anthony was born on October 18, 1962, a son of Gerald Robinson and the late Margaret Westmoreland Robinson. He was a devoted caretaker for his family and will be remembered fondly by all whose lives he...
Charles Edward Baker
Feb 19, 2024
Charles Edward Baker, age 44, of Aragon, GA, passed away Monday, February 19, 2024.
Charles was born in Rome, GA, on December 4, 1979, son of Remonda Womack Compton and the late George Baker. Charles was a carpenter and was known for his craftsmanship and dedication to his work. Charles attended Rockmart High School and was a member of Aragon...
Kayla Brooklynn Adams
Feb 19, 2024
Kayla Brooklynn Adams, age 28, of Rome, GA, a beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend, graced this world on February 1st, 1996, in the vibrant city of Rome, GA. Her untimely departure on February 19th, 2024, from the same city has left a void in the hearts of all who knew her.
Throughout her life's journey, Kayla held various roles with...
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...
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